Gatsby,
You are quite right. My pre war 500 is a plain "Gold name" grade, but much more nicely finished. Note the bottom strap stopping short of very plain grip cap, with no trap. Rib has no engraving and only a single rear sight. Not withstanding this a great hunting double in a good stopping catridge. Bargin at 15k, 25k not too much to pay, assumming its in good shape, then its a matter of how much you want it !!!!.