That's an option now that you mention it and I have yet to have a smith look at it. I am no expert but my understanding is that when twist barrels start to oxidize that is when the mental could begin to separate from the flux which is essentially a porcelain and the barrel can blow. Thinking the dings could also mess with the integrity I opt for caution. That said I would very much like to shoot it as is if the repair is doable and she checks out. And you are right - the twist is very nice to the eye. When I got it I put 3 dram loads in it and laid it on a pile of blankets and pulled the triggers with a string and all was well.
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