I think it looks pretty good - still a little color on the frame

a 2 frame twelve and 30" barrels

you didn't say if you are a waterfowler - if not- might be time to start

who ever patched that stock took some care in shaping it , if not in their choice of wood, i would ask you gunsmith to see what he can do the keep the original stock.

Very nice

That VH is easily worth what you paid!

Very nice indeed!

To The Range
 

Well, I finally got the old girl back from the gunsmith. A thorough cleaning revealed all was well inside, just gunked up big time. Had a small crack in the stock head that has been repaired and removed oil that had penetrated. When I picked it up we checked the barrel wall thickness. I was a bit skeptical since the bores looked just a bit too good. Wall thickness ranged from .029 to .035. The thinnest spot was very small and not near the chamber end. So all looks like a trip to the range is in order.

My son and I shot a round of 5-stand each with it yesterday. Despite the significant stock drop and the tight chokes my son broke 21 and I, 19. Not bad for the first time out. Actually, break is a bit conservative. Vaporize targets would be more accurate, and with light 7/8 oz. loads. We had a ball shooting the old girl - doing what she was built to do. My son suggested I keep it under lock as it just may find its way to his house. Not just yet buddy.

Good for you!