Last year I noticed my LGS had a couple of pre 18 Combat Masterpieces for sale both with Target Hammers and NR Target Stocks consecutive serial numbers no box but in great shape $550.00 each. Unfortunately I could afford only one bought it had it lettered and come to find out that's exactly the way they were made and shipped in 1953.now kicking myself for not finding a way to have bought the other one. I for one think it would be great to have consecutive serial numbered guns especially if their a unique pair.