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Old 01-02-2017, 06:25 PM   #21
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Took it shooting today for the first time. I am very impressed with the design and quality of these guns. I also shot it quite well despite the odd rib and stock.
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Old 01-02-2017, 08:08 PM   #22
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Nice looking Darne
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Old 01-27-2017, 08:21 PM   #23
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Here is what I ended up with. It is a 16 gauge A. Bayle which is a clone to a Darne. There are many of these guns that were built on Darne frames by different builders, this one being by Alexandre Bayle. Some believe that Darne sold there frames on the side to other builders. The engraving and finish work on this gun is excellent. It has 27" barrels choke M/F and weights 5lbs 7oz. I broke some clays with it the first time out so I can shoot it. I can't weight for Pheasant season next fall.
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Pretty gun Matt, and very nice wood. Looking forward to giving it a try.
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I have some more pics of my new Bayle that hopefully show the wood and engraving a little better. I have added a German braided leather sling to the gun given to me by a fellow Parker member. Thanks Jim.
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That little 16 Darne is by far better in hand than pictures can show.You did good Matt.
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