[Austin W Hogan]

78855 is a 12ga D2; 178855 is a 16 ga V, probably the source of the stubs.

Bigger question: the "Peerless Steel " is a roll mark; it came from an A, AA or A1 grade gun. There were only about 100 6P, 7P and 8P guns made; and only 2 with 26 inch barrels listed. Who blew a set of Peerless barrels to provide the rib?

Best, Austin