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The case:
The shotgun requires only an occasional wipe down, the neglected old case is another story. Probably two schools of thought here. One would be “as found” condition versus routine cleaning and maintenance. A light cleaning and conditioning would make it at least presentable and probably add more years of actual usefulness. What are the memberships thoughts?
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09-04-2023, 10:52 AM
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A fine gun for sure, glad it arrived OK, 4 frame at that! Gary
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25 2-7/8” brass shells slated to arrive today. One really surprising aspect is when opening the action you have to apply force to lower the barrels, it’s very tight. This applies to both sets of barrels.
I talked with a 86 year old retired saddle maker. He said to come on over, he had some bottles of leather conditioner he used 35 years ago with good results. I should be able to put some new life into the ancient gun case. Looking forward to burning some coal soon. Time to “Get ‘er done”.
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09-11-2023, 09:03 AM
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What a fantastic gun!
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09-13-2023, 11:00 AM
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Close up shots:
Viewing through the camera lens illustrates detail that cannot otherwise be seen.
I’m certain the engravers used large stationary magnifying glasses. Sunlight on the gunstock also opens windows revealing the otherwise hidden wood grain.
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09-13-2023, 02:35 PM
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a keeper for sure......lucky catch on it being a 4 frame....charlie
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09-15-2023, 01:31 PM
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Too cool!
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My GAWD look at those chokes on the Dam set!!! .
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