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This one does indeed measure 2 3/8". I measured my other VH 20 made in 1924, it is also 2 3/8". I had assumed it was a 2 1/2" gun and never measured it either. Were they all 2 3/8" in 20 ga?
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01-17-2021, 04:27 PM
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No, I have 2 20ga's at 2 5/8 for 2 3/4 shells and 2 20ga's at 2 7/8 for 3 inch. One has a letter stating that it was made with 2 7/8 chambers.
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01-17-2021, 04:31 PM
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As a point of interest, our “research committee” consists of one man and one man only - Mr. Chuck Bishop. He’s the only one we can thank for the fine job done on our research letters.
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01-17-2021, 04:46 PM
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Dean, I'm crushed. I had visions of He and a staff of at least a couple of "elves" pouring over archival material, all outfitted in visors and sleeve bands, each with a classic green shaded lamp over cluttered desks piled high with dusty records! Kinda like finding out there is no Santa. But, as you said, he does a great job and is much appreciated. A good part of the pleasure in owning these fine old guns is the history attached.
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01-17-2021, 05:19 PM
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The good Mr. Bishop is like an army of researchers.
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01-17-2021, 10:06 PM
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Now you've made me blush! Thanks for the complements.
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