In reply to: Since Jeffery used a lot of Krupp barrels for his double rifles, it could be assumed that few were bought in as barreled actions, which would seem to excude Leonard as a major source.
I'm still trying to get past that one!
I don't see how you can discount Leonard as a major supplier? Visual evidence of the rifles, long with serial numbers alone establish that. No pissing contest, just trying to point out something factual.
I totally agree that A. Hollis and Son was a retailer, period. Just like Jeffery. Ideed they had an India shop, their business started in England.
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