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It would have been special ordered. Similar examples have been observed.
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Thanks. I do have a factory letter but no mention is made of the engraving pattern.
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03-09-2026, 02:09 PM
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Interesting. Usually a letter would note that.
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03-09-2026, 02:34 PM
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Here's another
My BHE '00' 28ga grouse swatter with floral engraving.
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03-09-2026, 02:43 PM
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The BH or Grade-5 was the lowest grade which didn’t have a “standard” engraving motif or pattern. The choice of engraving was generally left up to the buyer. So, not to have it mentioned in the letter shouldn’t surprise us.
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03-09-2026, 03:34 PM
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As pretty much a gun that could be customized, I’m surprised we don’t find more variation in the engraving on BH guns.
I like that engraving!
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03-09-2026, 04:32 PM
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I’ve seen BH guns with two dogs on each side; two dogs on each side with a roundel behind with birds in them; roundel with birds surrounded by scroll; rose & scroll; scroll only; No engraving anywhere at all…
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03-09-2026, 04:48 PM
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This same gun appears to be a trap or pigeon gun as it has a Monte Carlo comb which I think was rather unusual for a 1905 gun. Also, it has 32" F&F barrels and no safety.
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