Opinions on this W&C Scott 10 ga

[Kensal Rise]

Yes. It could have been sleeved. But where? In the US, there's no proof requirement. From the look of the gun, it's had its share of "enhancement." Barrel wall thickness at the chamber's end is the key. Otherwise, it seems OK for the price range. Perhaps a bit high. There's a lot of work to get it half way decent again.

[Milton C Starr]

Originally Posted by John Campbell

Yes. It could have been sleeved. But where? In the US, there's no proof requirement. From the look of the gun, it's had its share of "enhancement." Barrel wall thickness at the chamber's end is the key. Otherwise, it seems OK for the price range. Perhaps a bit high. There's a lot of work to get it half way decent again.

I wonder how much it costs to make a new forend ? I see 5k as the normal price to fully restock a sidelock . I wonder if the stock is original though the grip looks elongated compared to others . Theres also a NID 10 mag listed cheaper than ive ever seen one but again its forend has been replaced with what looks like a 2x6 piece of lumber I wondered how much it would cost to have a new one made .

there are better guns right now for the money and I dont think it would be smart to buy a project I intend to use so close to season .

[Eldon Goddard]

I like the Purdey thumb lever. It should have a patent use stamp and number on the action flats. J.P. Followed by a number.

[Milton C Starr]

Originally Posted by Eldon Goddard

I like the Purdey thumb lever. It should have a patent use stamp and number on the action flats. J.P. Followed by a number.

Ive never gotten any replies when trying to ask Cabelas about old doubles they list . The stamps and proof marks would be the only way to tell what is going on with the chambers though .

There was a Francotte 10 ga that sold recently with 3.5" chambers that was clearly marked on the barrel flats 2 7/8" and it was not a heavy 10 ga either .