Barrell thickness for 20 ga

[Loren Tillett]

Thank you for the note, Randall. Your art is stunning and delightful on all fronts.

[Wild Skies]

I've read it here in this forum by members that say they won't shoot a shotgun that has less than .025 MWT. Unless things have changed in the last 20 years, The London and Birmingham Proof Houses in England won't even mention MWT of a gun submitted for proof unless the MWT falls below .020 even though it may have passed proof below that thickness.

[Loren Tillett]

Yes, that number is being used by some knowledgeable gunsmiths, as well as the article in the FAQ/Pages section of this site. I think we are all in accord with the research and making sure we are doing right by these beautiful pieces. Thanks, again.

[randallro]

thanks Loren...i never mentioned it here and i really appreciate that. good luck with your new shotgun.....i hope you enjoy it as much i am mine . the truth is the gun is better than i am....but i still hit a few. i just get a real kick out of shooting a 120 year old gun.