Bernadelli 1841's

[Niederlander]

Gentlemen, I know the early Bernadelli 1841's had the silver soldered or brazed on bolsters, and then went to welded on. When did that change take place? Did all the welded ones have a "W" stamped into the bolster? Looking at possible buying one, but I don't want something that's going to fly apart on me.

[John Holland]

As I recall it, the bolsters were changed to "welded" some 45+ years ago, and yes they are all stamped with a "W" on the face of the bolster to indicate they are welded onto the barrel. If anyone does not think the brazed bolsters will fracture at the seam, or come off the barrel, believe me they will as I have seen it happen!

[Niederlander]

Is the "W" on the flat of the bolster? Does anyone have a picture?

[John Holland]

Yes, it is a large "W" stamped on the face of the bolster. I do not have a photo at this time.

[BADSHOT]

Picture of w-bolster

[Niederlander]

Thank you! Exactly as I'd pictured it. The one I was looking at doesn't have it, so I'll pass.

[Niederlander]

Anyone here know what the twist rate is in the Bernardelli's?

[Niederlander]

Picture of w-bolster
What is the lock quality like? How does it shoot?

[Niederlander]

Does anyone have the original specs on the Bernardelli 1841's?