Mark:
I have a 10 gauge Darne (a pretty rare gauge for a Darne) that weighs 7 pounds 3 ounces and there's a Lancaster SLE for sale on this site that weighs 6 pounds 8 ounces, so there are upland weight 10s out there. I also have an A. Hollis 10 gauge hammer gun from the 1880s that weighs 8 pounds 4 ounces. I would not want to carry it for long periods as an upland gun, but it's fine for waterfowl and turkey.
They are a lot of fun. The ammo is expensive, but no more difficult to load than any other gauge (and a lot easier than .410s).
If I could have the 10 of my dreams, it would be an Ithaca 10 gauge chambered for the 2-7/8 inch shell, but that Lefever you're eying might be a more than adequate substitute.
There is a compilation of 10 gauge data floating around somewhere. I think I have it saved in electronic form. If you buy the gun, drop me a line and I'll send it to you.
Rem
