I just want to say thanks' to all for the help and information on this forum I will post results and pictures as the projects take form.

xxgranpa, do you think it is possible to get a copy of those papers from Dave and how do I get in contact with him does he have a web page?

I am not sure that I understand you’re meaning on the throat do you mean at the muzzle or the throat at the breech where the cartridge ends?

Fitz I am looking forward to the pictures if it has no public interest you are welcome to mail them direct to me at
mrj ad lite dot dk

Brent lutkefisk is a Norway specialty you should give him "klipfisk" instead or "roeget sild"

Michael