Barrel flats markings
 

Was looking at my VH 16 this morning (1 frame) and was wondering about the other markings stamped on the flats. On one side there is a JG enclosed in an oval--was that the initials of one of the barrel fitters? On the other side next to the V, were the initials HT over a capital A. I didnt have time to look at my VH 20 or DHE 16 to see what was marked there.
For all of those in the Northeast, good luck in riding out the impending blizzard!

Harold, The JG is the stamp of Jim Geary Parker Bros. barrel forman. The HT&A is belived to stand for Heat Treat and Annealed. Hope this helps.