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Originally Posted by Phillip Carr
It took about two years working with AZ Game and Fish commission and a sign off by the Governor to allow the use of shotguns larger than the 10 gauge to be used for harvesting Game in AZ.
The ruling of course does not change the Federal restrictions on Migratory birds.
I have shot pigeons, and Eurasian dove as well as a coyote in AZ.
I Have shot Several Merriam's turkeys in New Mexico as well as an Osceola turkey in Florida using one of my 8 gauges.
I just can not seem to draw a Goulds turkey tag in AZ which was my primary goal when I set out to get approval for its use.
Maybe next year.
I currently own just one 8 gauge, a WC Scott. I had thoughts of taking an elk but I may have set that goal a little to late in life. Packing an 8 gauge around at 6 or 7000 feet can flat wear you out.
I do love the looks of those paper shells.
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I am waiting on my first 8 gauge, and it may be what you are wanting.
It too is a W.C. Scott & Sons, but is a single shot. Carries the London address. It has one of the most beautiful sculpted actions I have seen. Built about 1872, and supposedly has resided in Boston for most of its life. It was with the same family for over 100 years before hitting the market. Barrel is 32", balanced on the hinge and weighs 9-3/4 pounds. Finish is overall excellent. It looks like a SBT on steroids.
After examining and measureing the barrels,I would be interested in a recipe for some ball cartridges. I am having cataract surgery tomorrow, and it should be here while recuperating. I will wait a bit before touching off a lightweight 8 bore, though.