Well,
One can not be sure, I suppose. That is where vetting each example comes into play i suppose, no different than any other maker. Like i said, one 16g is known of and that one was connected to Charles Green. 2 copies are known to exist (engraved nearly identical to the green gun).
The Lefever Optimus is one of the most copied high grade shotguns out there. And the lack of records is exactly the reason why.
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B. Dudley
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