I have a VHE 20 with 26" barrels with 3" chambers built in 1917 and it weighs 6-2. Just a joy to carry and shoot, no problem with recoil but the balance and slim build must contribute to its handling characteristics. It came from an old time dealer in Pennsylvania who described it so well over the phone, I bought it sight unseen. Another very prominent dealer had recently told me to sell your 12's and buy 20's. Again, a testament to being a member of this forum and a little luck of course.
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