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Unread 07-18-2015, 08:45 PM   #1
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Do you think It would be worth to do a restoration or leave it in its current condition?
Is the fact that the barrels are re-lined as 20-gauge a positive or negative aspect?
Do you recommend a good gunsmith who is familiar in this gun maker?
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Unread 07-19-2015, 06:17 PM   #2
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Do you think It would be worth to do a restoration or leave it in its current condition?
Is the fact that the barrels are re-lined as 20-gauge a positive or negative aspect?
Do you recommend a good gunsmith who is familiar in this gun maker?
Bill K
Mr. Kekatos:
Please do NOT "restore" this gun. It's wonderful as-is.
If it is now a 20-bore, enjoy it as a 20.
Your location can generally help locate a good double gunsmith.
However, you can't go wrong by sending it down to Kirk Merrington in Kerrville TX. He's a master Brit 'smith and barrel maker. And can accurately assess your gun. His website is merringtongun.com.



PS: your gun was proofed as a 13 bore... a "tight" 12.
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