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General discussion => Gun Building => Topic started by: jeager58 on May 16, 2011, 12:14:41 AM

Title: 54 cal swampped
Post by: jeager58 on May 16, 2011, 12:14:41 AM

I just bought a barrel from a  member through the mail. He said it was a Getz 54 cal barrel.   It is 54 cal  and swamped  but has no markings on it.  is there any way to tell .  maybe Don can comment or someone who has  some insight...Phil

Title: Re: 54 cal swampped
Post by: Joey R on May 16, 2011, 12:24:05 AM

I have some Getz barrels and they are marked on the bottom flat in small print just ahead of the breach plug. Take another peek and see if they are there.

Title: Re: 54 cal swampped
Post by: Dave B on May 16, 2011, 02:07:26 AM

I know that I have almost removed the makers stamp when drawfiling out the flats. There is only a hint of the stamp when I am done most of the time. Has it been draw filed? 

Title: Re: 54 cal swampped
Post by: smylee grouch on May 16, 2011, 02:51:29 AM

How many grooves are in the barrel? I think Getz barrels in 54 cal. have 7 grooves.

Title: Re: 54 cal swampped
Post by: Don Getz on May 16, 2011, 04:21:46 AM

It should have "Getz" on the top line and "Beavertown, Pa." on the bottom line, stamped, small letters.    It should also
have a 54 stamped with a 1/66 below it.  It should also have a serial number made with a vibrating tool.   If it doesn't
have this info, check the bore real well, look for imperfections in the rifling...........it could have been sold as a second in
which case it would have no stampings on the bottom......Don

Title: Re: 54 cal swampped
Post by: jeager58 on May 16, 2011, 04:31:09 PM

ok thanks for the info.   markings were light after it was filed. but it is a Getz...Phil