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Old 05-18-2014, 03:46 PM
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I have found another model 67 that I am interested in. The following initials are stamped on the left side, just below the cylinder:
OR. CO. CAL.

I assume it is is Oregon, Colorado, and California, but why?
Was it a law enforcement or government entity stamping?
Anyone care to enlighten me?

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Maybe "Orange County, California"?
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I didn't think of that..it fits and makes sense..
anyone else?
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Maybe "Orange County, California"?
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That was my first thought when I read your post.

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IDK either!!
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