| CJF |
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| 14/02/22 11:48 PM |
Re: Meaning of "CP" mark on barrel flats on 1880s double rifle
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Based on the black powder proof mark and Henry rifling, it’s unlikely to be a reference to cordite. I believe the patent use numbers on the barrels put this around 1883 and cordite came about in 1889.