The reason I am asking is that the original barrels are Black Powder Proofed only. I don't consider 2 -1/2" chambers dangerous.
I am not sure I want to chance even a low power smokeless round in them, after all they are 132 years young.
I am currently shooting a light Black Powder load in them. (2 - 1/2 drams of 2F and 1oz #8 shot.
$3500 is reasonable, sure it is more than I paid for the gun.
A new set of barrels in 2 - 3/4 chamber, and I could shoot most modern loads, even RST 2 -1/2" loads
My only concern would be the soundness of the action in dealing with higher pressures.
With a set of modern barrels, plus the originals, I could have the best of both worlds.
Will have to contact Champlin Arms regarding this, and start saving money.
Last edited by AussieBob; 03/07/10 12:49 PM.
