The 1899 and the 1902 are black-powder guns. Just read any catalog
of the period - its spelled out in very plain English. The warranties
were voided if smokeless powder was used, and damage resulted.
The somewhat open question is - when did the factory change their
position on voiding the warranties ? 1906 - 1907 is generally
considered to be that point in time.
Mike Priwer
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