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Unread 04-24-2012, 09:02 AM   #8
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Originally Posted by George M. Purtill View Post
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I knew someone would give me that wise guy 1/4 inch answer. I should be someone's setup man.
Historical question:
Why and when was the 2 7/8 started? My 2 5/8 was bored in September 1895? Was 2 7/8 available or in use at at that time?
I gotta take the easy shots to keep my average up

Here is an interesting article on the history of the 10 bore that answers your questions in a general fashion.

http://www.wildfowling.co.uk/magazine/tens.htm
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