Food for thought or stirring a pot?
A few thoughts. If indeed Parker chambered guns 2 5/8" for 2 3/4" shells and it was an industry standard;
How long was that practice carried on by Parker?
How long was that practice carried on by any other Maker?
Why did they change?
If they changed to meet "standards" did Parker or Remington lengthen chambers upon request or as part of any repair?
If Parker was still in business would they lengthen chambers on older guns or not? (I realize this is pure speculation).
Finally, because this is hot button topic I wonder if there may be those among us who think lengthening chambers is a good idea or OK but don't bring it up because they don't want what they might consider to be unecessary harsh critcism from the board?
If it doesn't matter if you don't do it, and the gun is a "shooter" and not unique, does it really matter much if it is done?
A Trojan 20 is a fine gun, I like mine, but it's a Trojan and I don't think lengthened chambers undercut overall condition/price if it's nice and original otherwise.
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