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Originally Posted by Jerry Parise (Post 328530)

I have to respectfully disagree with a two inch difference in barrel length being purely psychological. I think that a two inch difference in barrel length would yield a measurable difference in inertia. After all, inertia is why we opt for the longer barrel. Especially in a light sub gauge gun where the longer barrel helps our swing in prevent checking the swing on crossing or quartering birds or targets.

Respectfully, it’s hard to agree with the theory that 2” of barrel length, at what something less than 2 ounces, especially whan Parker Brothers balanced their guns perfectly, would account for a better swing through...? I still think it’s psychological.

But we each havr our own opinions and can respect each other’s position.

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:):)For me it is not psychological, it's just all in my head.

"I always enjoy reading and rereading Guachos writing on the topic of barrel length, it appears he had a definite opinion as per the following excerpt from his writings:

"Some day I hope to test my 34-inch gun for velocity against one having only 28-inch barrels, but whatever may be the result, I for one have yet to find a first-class thoroughly well versed man shooting a double gun with barrels less than 30 inches in length."

His words not mine. I chuckle every time I read that :)

Wouldn't it have been interesting to see Guachos and Churchhill (Mr XXV) sitting down over several glasses of their favorite adult bevvies?

Now THAT would be a spirited (no pun intended) conversation!!

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