Having only joined this forum recently, I never saw this thread before today. I just spent the last hour and a half pouring over it.

I have to say that the gun and the history contained here is absolutely mind blowing.

This is truly one of the neatest threads I've ever read on any forum.

Cal, you were truly blessed with the Colonel's friendship and again when his wonderful firearm was bestowed to you.

You are one lucky man!