Prototype 2 - Parellel line groups in sterling silver

 

 

 

 

 

Close-up of the prototype

 

GP Imperial close-up

This pattern is reminiscent of the commercially released Imperial with slight differences such as the width of the gap between the line clusters and the cap band.  Perhaps the Imperial cap band was widened so as to allow the omission of engraving area cartouche that you see midway on the prototype's barrel.