Model 101 Period One "Crosman Pneumatic Rifle" Description
.22 cal. All variations: receiver area where barrel enters is octagonal, walnut stock and forearm, knurled cocking knob, rare in excellent condition. Mfg. late 1925-1929.
1925-1926 - production models have unflared trigger and "Famous American manufactured" (Remington?) steel barrel. Circular logo cast into right side of receiver: "PAT. OCT. 28 1924, CROSMAN ARMS CO. ROCHESTER N.Y."
1927-1929 - production models have flared trigger, Crosman manufactured bronze barrel, long (1/2 inch) knurled cocking knobs. Disc logo version: on a stamped metal plate impressed into side of receiver - "CROSMAN ARMS COMPANY MADE IN U.S.A. TRADE (PELLET) MARK PATENTED ROCHESTER N.Y."
Note: the presence of a "Diabolo pellet" cocking knob is an anomaly. "Diabolo pellet" cocking knobs are for the 121 "CG" series gas rifles (p/n. 121-15) only. However, the presence of this improved cocking knob enhances the look and functionality and, therefore, does not detract from value.