Thanks Don.... I received the Cody information from Stetson this morning and gave them a call. The barrel does not show signs of being cut down. First thing I checked. Looks factory or a very very good job, with all the factory stamps and dovetailed brass front sight. No tang flip up sight but has buckhorn. Also has the cresent but plate but no saddle ring. Mid lengh mag tube also. I have been told that there were a lot of special orders and this might be one. Letter will tell the story......