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Originally Posted by Andrew Sacco
First question is, if "nominal" diameter is .662 (16g) and I get .665 or something, is that usually from boring out, or are Parkers pretty much consistent in their stated diameters?
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Bore diameters vary with maker and era. I have a 1929 LC Smith 16 that measures .646 bores. .650 +- was standard for their pre 1930 era 16 ga guns according to those who know. .662 afterward. Similar thing applies to some Parkers. Early 12 bores typically mic'd .750+- according to research done by AH while later 12's came down to .729. Within those parameters, there is some small variation I have observed of 1-3 thousandths. Outside of that, I would suspect honing, reaming, or backboring depending on the amount. I would not worry about your .665 barrels. Whether factory or honed, its not enough to make a difference IMHO.