Just Curious
 

There has been talk on this board about the love of the 28 ga and the many guns going on grouse hunts, etc. etc. And yet, I have yet to see much mention of the RBL series of guns. They seem to fill the bill for those that like 28's, are relatively light, can be had with longer barrels, double triggers, and choked as you prefer. They are also priced at or below a repro and certainly below an original. Just curious why there does not seem to be more spoken of them as an alternative. It almost seems there is an unspoken disdain for what seems like a viable alternative.

Tony's guns, RBL and the Inverness, are wonderful upland guns and should be considered as alternatives to Parkers and Parker Repros when considering upland shooting guns. I own dozens of Parkers, a Repro, and an outstanding Inverness from Connecticut Shotgun. We are open to all upland guns. By the way, if you could see my Inverness, you may never want another -----.

Pictures Bill?......:whistle:






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My Straight grip, Exhibition Turkish RBL 20 is my go-to grouse gun

Speaking for myself and I'm sure a few others, RBL's lack the connection to the past that you feel when spending a day afield with a SxS. I'm sure they're good guns but they have no history. Maybe in a hundred years or so, when hunters are using laser guided, proximity detonating shot columns, a group of shot gunning traditionalists will form the RBL Collectors Association.

Being personally connected with Antony Galazan may change your opinion of his guns. Think attending a double gun event with Charles Parker.

I looked at couple of 16s , the where heavy for gauge ,over 7lbs . How much do the 20 & 28's weigh .

Yes, I understand the Parker nostalgia thing. For me though the Parker repros better fit the bill than originals. I have to confess that I do have an RBL 20 that I like pretty well, but not as much as my repros.

My RBL 20 weighs 6-8, a bit light for my taste but useable.