Damascus barrels with dents

[Mills]

I am looking at possibly acquiring a DH 12 gauge with Damascus barrels. The ad says it has dents in the barrels, some of which you can see when looking inside the barrels. My good sense says barrel dents and Damascus barrels are a bad combination. The Parker addict in me says here is a DH at an otherwise reasonable price and maybe a good gunsmith could fix the dents and make it safe to shoot at a not too ruinous price. Thoughts and advice appreciated

[winplumber]

I think it also states 27 1/2 barrels if its the one I am thinking of

[Mills]

That is the one.

[winplumber]

Mills I thought again and edited my post, sorry about that I had my head up my you know what

[Mills]

No problem. I will not be offended if you buy it.

[Labowner]

Mills, it shouldn't be a problem to raise the dents, I think I paid 50 bucks to remove last year.

[winplumber]

I would want a barrel wall thickness measurement .

[Mills]

That is a good idea.

[Kensal Rise]

Mills:
You are actually in a better position for dent removal with Damascus barrels. They tend to reform better/more easily in the process than fluid steel. Any good double 'smith should be able to handle the job. Emphasis on "good."

Best, Kensal

[Mills]

Thanks Kensal.