So I loaded up some 7/8th oz. 12 gauge handloads to use in the Rival and tested them today. Started at a very low pressure and worked my way up to about 6800 psi. and 1150 fps. using PB powder. I could not be happier with the results. The Jug choked barrels threw a Modified, hole free, pattern at forty yards. Trigger pulls were crisp at about four pounds and the gun felt solid. I now plan to shoot some sporting clays with it and will, most likely, bring it to Ernie's in June 2023. BTW..If anyone is interested I posted a similar request for information on the Doublegunshop forum and received a little feedback.
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