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Originally Posted by Justin Julian
This has been a great and informative thread. In that regard, what's the consensus on the safety shooting factor of this DH? I do note that the chamber/forcing cone minimum barrel wall thickness measurements are needed.
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To my eye those barrels look plenty thick. The safety of shooting those fine damascus barrels has been much discussed here. I suggest you find Sherman Bell's articles in Double Gun magazine. He has done extensive research and many tests shooting those damascus/twist tubes. He had a difficult time getting them to let go, even when shooting modern proof loads.
You can also buy lighter loads made specially for the older guns. Look up RST and Polywad shot shells.
Summery, you can find very safe ways to shoot and enjoy guns like these and if in good condition, they are safe when shot with proper loads.