Thanks to SP for answering the dunhill question
CB - The manufacturer: Scandinavian Tobacco in Assens/Denmark.
31 - The machine on which it was produced.
2 - The year of production starting with 2010 (2012).
C - The month of production in descending order A-L (March).
8 - The day of...
Packed up a Kai Nielsen with some Solani 633. Its the warmest day we have had this month and a good one to sit out on the porch and dream of the upcoming spring/summer.
I picked up an old savage 99 about 2 years ago. It worked out fine for me and the rifle came in great shape. Im not sure what would have happen if I received the gun and it had issues though.
Im also a member of morleys pipe club and thought I should read the books. They are both quick, easy reads and entertaining. I think I bought both on ebay for less than $5.
Recommended reading for all!