My 1912 Flues 16 Gauge is at the opposite end of the spectrum. 5 Lb 14 Oz choked Cyl (0) and full (4) and so measures, with 26" barrels. It's deadly on Grouse and Woodcock. My Dad bought it in 1932 for $25 from an estate here in NH. It is mine now as he passed 6 years ago at 90.
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