I was fortunate to find this gem in recent times.
A high end Model early Model 1900 #234. Note the cartridge release on the outside. Its difficult to say if J Dickson actually built this rifle as typically their records contain their alllocated stock number , ( see trigger guard) but the book entry is blank. This,m told is not unusual for " bought in "items.
All small parts have matched numbers and the stock is also numbered, but in pencil only
A superbly balanced rifle of excellent quality and original finish.
It has the front sight hood ( seen in the parts picture)

I have not encounted a 1900 with the manufactory markings of this one and I believe it pre dates anything I have enconted previously.
I have my thoughts on its origin, but welcome opinions

hope you enjoy the pictures

Best
Eric

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