JC - Go to the Nashville Civil War show, a Cowens auction, an NSSA Nationals, etc. I never stated what I paid for this gun. I know Civil War firearms well. I have many original pieces, and I know all about the fakes and put together item. My pistol I posted an image of is 100% correct and period manufactured. Why you need to keep implying it is a fake is beyond me.
Old and new model Remingtons are just not being faked like you want to believe they are. Better Colts are a different story, but the educated can tell 90% of them.
As far as how many inspector marks this gun has, how many do yours have, or do you not own any without Italian proofs?
As far as helping other who may follow in my footsteps, again, I never stated what I paid, or to the extend of my knowledge. I just posted an image of a new purchase, that you chose to tear apart with no background.
So go ahead, bash on me from your anonymous name, no stated location, anonymous email, 7 total posts, BUT tons of experience.
-Ed