Hi all, new to this place so please accept my being blunt. Might as well wet the post right away!
I think the RBL worked, There are a few leftovers but they are moving out. Most that own one, in all the gauges are satisfied to thrilled. A few are not. Much like any other product.
Some observations on the weight of the RBL 16's. Some are truly light. And most, are well, not. One recently advertised at 6# 2 Oz. didn't set long! Can we agree that that is light? Mine is 6# 4 Oz, balances 1/4" forward of the pin and does not feel like anything other than a nice handling gun. the same weight and balance point as a lot of Merkel 1620, AyA SL etc. in 16. Don't believe me? Do some research. As to Classic American SxS, some Fox and Ithaca Flues 16's will be 6# + or - an Oz or two, or maybe three. Parker O frame? The one I have handled was 6# 4 Oz and was butt heavy, not a good example and I am sure there are better balanced, lighter ones out there. L.C. Smith, good fortune to find one at 6#8! Most of the rest? Not anywhere close! 6# 16 Ga guns are not that common.
Asbestos suit at the ready!
Chief
