Thread: 12 gauge 3" shell introduction.
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Unread 12-14-2013, 02:07 PM   #2
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Originally Posted by brianedward View Post
I was wondering if anyone can tell me when LC and Parker started producing 3 inch chambers in 12 gauge guns? I know LC had the waterfowl configuration from 1924, did they produce them sooner? Was it as simple as a special order and if so would it be noted on the gun or barrel flat? Another question is when did 3" 12 gauge shell 1st come on the market?

Thanks in advance.
I have a 12 ga. VHE 3 frame made in 1906 that was ordered with 3 inch chambers, scott
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