Barrel Pitting affect on Value?

[tom tutwiler]

Originally Posted by Sam Hershfield

Tough to get interior barrel pix. Any suggestions?

Got the impression the engraving and wood might be over the top and thus the gun might be worth sleeving. Regarding the pits themselves, I'd have to know what the minimum barrel wall thickness is. The same smith who said they are fine should imo have the ability to tell you what that minimum barrel wall thickness is. He's the one who is putting his neck out by saying they are "safe" to shoot. You also said the action is a bit loose. Seems like there are concerns on multiple fronts.