Yeah, that wouldn't surprise me at all. Haven't shot it yet. I called today and they were proofed with either Remington copper sabots or Winchester sabots, both shooting 5/8oz slugs @ 1400-1500 fps. Of course, if I shoot this 3 times a year, that would be a lot (after sighting in). I'm really only nuts about archery, but I always liked side by sides and had been looking for a rifled SXS slug gun off and on for several years. I also verified they are "sold out", I'm guessing due to a lack of interest and/or switching over to making the new over/under. After seeing the 3X wood on this gun, I ordered an RBL 12 gauge today while talking with Carol: 30", PG, BT, SST, vent rib and exhibition walnut (she said they have some beautiful blanks). She also said "two and a half months". I laughed this time. That must be their only time frame?
I'll let you know about the kick after I shoot it if I can still move my arm to type...