14 gauge? - Page 3

Jack Hamner · 02-24-2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Thomas L. Benson Sr.

Jack: I would say you found a Nugget not a acorn. It has some great case coloring for its age and looks like someone took some care with this 14 Ga. Thomas

Thank you, Thomas! I'm glad I didn't mess up this time.....

Jack Hamner · 02-24-2013, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick Losey

that is the way the market works- first to step up and make the decision gets it -if there was no deposit, it was still available. congrats on making a good deal.

we have probably all lost out on a deal or two and will again.

I guess you're right, Rick. I know from experience that often times I've seen something I liked but failed to "pull the trigger" on the deal. When I went back later to buy, it was GONE!!!

Jack Hamner · 02-24-2013, 02:47 PM

a couple more questions--what does the "N" stand for above the serial number? I think I read somewhere that it might stand for a 12b bore. Would a 12 ga. shell fit into the chamber? Short of having special gauge tools, how DO you determine the bore? I have tried the millimeter ruler and a chart, but without much luck. All I know is a 12ga. standard shell will not go into the chamber, and a 20 ga. falls completely through. I don't have a 16 ga. to try. but will get one soon. P.S.--Is a 12b the same as a 13 ga?

charlie cleveland · 02-24-2013, 05:31 PM

i was told the n stood for number the serial no...i asked the same question what did the n stand for and that the answer they gave me....i think you got a good buy myself... charlie

Jack Hamner · 02-25-2013, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by charlie cleveland

i was told the n stood for number the serial no...i asked the same question what did the n stand for and that the answer they gave me....i think you got a good buy myself... charlie

Thanks, Charlie! Jack.

Roundsworth · 02-25-2013, 04:39 PM

Great shotgun, Jack! Brass hulls are available, but I think the general concensus is not to shoot decarbonized barreled guns, even if they are in choice condition.

Jack Hamner · 02-25-2013, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark Landskov

Great shotgun, Jack! Brass hulls are available, but I think the general concensus is not to shoot decarbonized barreled guns, even if they are in choice condition.

Thanks so much, Mark...I would have guessed just the opposite, i.e. the steel barrels would be much stronger, but I guess not-learned something new today!

By the way, I was looking at your impressive credentials on your post, and I would just like to THANK YOU and all the veterans who have fought so hard to keep America free! Don't know WHERE we would be as a country if it weren't for you! Jack.