with some light staining and age toning
but the mechanism needs lubrication and can get stuck
There is a bit more advanced oxidation on the bottom of the magazine tube near the stock from handling
31 caliber lever action pistols that were made up from left over parts from the failed Smith & Wesson venture
which resisted the mildew and dampness that destroyed leather in the jungle
Original Signed Limited Edition Print: “Sole Survivor” by William J. Reynolds Signed by George Gay, Only Survivor of Torpedo Squadron 8 - 391/1000 - 21 ½ x 23 ¾” Scabbards & Sheaths with some light staining andOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a signed print of Sole Survivor by William J. Reynolds, signed at the bottom by George Gay, Torpedo Squadron 8, U. S. S. Hornet. This is a limited run print, number 391 out of 1000. This pristine print depicts Ensign George Gay on 4 June 1942 releasing his torpedo 800 yards from the Japanese carrier Kaga. The attack began with 15 US Navy TBD Devastators, but soon, he and his aircraft was alone, subsequently