FWIW, I've seen a couple photos and it appears to be an honest/legit A5; round knob, buttplate intact, etc. Some of the neat original paperwork too.

Yep, you have to be an old-schooler to appreciate these. There are certainly some design and manufacturing advancements, but the steel and craftsmanship can't compare.


People sleep peaceably in their beds at night because rough men stand at the ready to do violence on their behalf.