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Originally Posted by Dave Noreen View Post
This all gets really confusing. I find earlier hang tags even more confusing with these lines Length of Shell 2 5/8 Inches and then the next line Use Shell 2 3/4 Long?!? This gun targeted with 1 1/4 ounce --

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This gun targeted with 1 1/8 ounce --

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Later 12-gauge tags generally state Use Shells 2 5/8 Long if they were targeted with 1 1/8 ounce --

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and Use Shells 2 3/4 Long if they were targeted with 1 1/4 ounce --

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I have found that the vintage paper shells I've fired and checked for length were very uniform and right on for stated length. Not at all like modern plastic shells.
Confusing? Ya Think? I just measure a Remington Kleenbore, Box labled 2 5/8", and roll crimped, it measures 2 3/8"
The attached shows a NPE which measures 2 3/4", and the same hull, loaded, fold crimped with 1 1/8 oz measuring 2 1/2"
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