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captpete

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Re: French fusil de trait
« Reply #25 on: May 16, 2014, 05:59:30 PM »
Speaking of interpretations, what is the differences between the rifle you've built and say the C/fin version of the French Fusil?
BTW, I really admire your work!
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-- Peter

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Re: French fusil de trait
« Reply #26 on: May 17, 2014, 04:15:36 PM »
Speaking of interpretations, what is the differences between the rifle you've built and say the C/fin version of the French Fusil?
BTW, I really admire your work!
Best Regards
-- Peter
The difference between a de trait and a fin is basically a quality thing. The fin will have a bridal on the tumbler, better barrel and the decoration will be more skill full and better executed. There will also be a over all  higher degree of fit and finish.
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