Well, I did it--bought my first double. I got it from an online auction this evening for $549--good?. The owner bought it at an estate sale, where they told him it had never been fired. No picture of the date code, but judging by the 4-digit serial#, I'm betting its from the 70's or 80's--anyone? Barrel is cylinder/cylinder, so loading during quail hunting should be easier. I wonder if it will weigh 5 lbs-12 oz or the heavier 7 lbs or so--I read that the early Piettas should be light?? Now if I can just find some #11 caps locally!