in 1887
Proof marks on a Baikal semi-auto shotgun are typically found on the barrel and the receiver. Look for these marks stamped into the metal, often located near the chamber or on the underside of the barrel. They may include symbols indicating proof testing for safety and specific codes that signify the manufacturer and proof date. Always consult the owner's manual or a qualified gunsmith for precise identification of these marks.
Barrel marking include the proof marks, choke code and weight of the barrels. Please be specific and we can give a more direct answer.
From markings and proof marks on the gun barrels and the frame. In some cases you need to remove the barrels, and look on the underside from markings.
I would assume what you are looking at are Belgian proof marks. Which, of course, tell the country of origin and not the manufacture. The P.V by the way implies that the firearm has been nitro proofed.
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The correct phrase is "sufficient proof".
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These symbols are proof marks that were used by the belguim goverment to show that the gun in question passed there pressure tests that were required prior to shipping the gun.
the proof is dropped by zardman grunt.
I suspect that your Winchester may have been used in Canada...hence the British proof marks? I suspect that your Winchester may have been used in Canada...hence the British proof marks?
There is a Belgian proof mark for smokeless powder that resembles what you're describing. You usually see proof marks on the barrel flats (breech end of the barrels on the bottom side). Another common Belgian proof mark is the letters ELG inside an oval.
Inspector marks, assy marks, proof marks