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Unread 10-08-2025, 11:01 AM   #8
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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 .
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