Bruce, I didn't put too much thought into it. I bought that gun quickly after a conversation and a few more pictures. The accessories made the deal a little easier. I think when she said someone else is very interested, I just went for it(though I didn’t know who that might be). I did get the research letter and Dave and Bill are right the gun is choked pretty tight even though it measured IC or Cyl at the muzzle.

The letter said 190 pellets in a 24" circle at 45 yards. Isn't that tight?

Well done. Congrats again. As luck would have it an old buddy showed up today with an old shotgun belonging to his father in law. Wanted it cleaned up for a wall hanger. Gun is a train wreck of sorts but says L.C. Smith and Crown Steel on it. Working on a purchase, will post results. Only been here a few minutes, not a Crown Grade, but nicer than average. Off to L.C. Smith website.

Great gun you have there Jay. The lifter action was the best made IMHO

I have a 12 gauge lifter with .752 bores with .013 constriction in both barrels. My 10 gauge lifter has .802 bores and .030 in both barrels.