Mr. Gardner:
A most fine gun indeed!
And yes. The barrel proofs will be about as close as you can come to dating the gun. The numbers in British Gunmakers do not seem to line up. But one thing is certain: It IS a B'ham gun.
The serial No. mix is a mistake by the engraver. I'm also certain of that. It happens.
The only odd bit is the lever pivot pin and bushing. They seem oddly plain for some reason. Perhaps just worn...
With appropriate loads that Jones gun should outlast you. Enjoy!
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