Trying to know more about Uncles Parker

[GeorgeMerrill]

Thank you. I have been told that due to the age it should not be fired and that NEVER to use today's ammo under any circumstances. Does that sound right?

[Dean Romig]

Originally Posted by GeorgeMerrill

Thank you. I have been told that due to the age it should not be fired and that NEVER to use today's ammo under any circumstances. Does that sound right?

That demands a lot of discussion, but if the barrels can be measured for wall thiskness, dents and pitting by an EXPERT in the field of 100+ year old shotguns and is deemed safe to shoot, there are modern shells that can be used in it. Chamber pressure should be kept below 8,000 PSI and less is better. And DON'T use steel shot.




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[6pt-Sika]

Originally Posted by GeorgeMerrill

Thank you. I have been told that due to the age it should not be fired and that NEVER to use today's ammo under any circumstances. Does that sound right?

I’m screwed if that’s the case ! My #1 hammer gun was made in the early 1880’s . I’ve probably put a couple thousand of my handloads thru the gun 30 grains of SR7625 pushing 1 1/4 ounces of shot . Works nicely on clay targets and tower pheasants .