Mr. Brown: Amen to that! Wall thickness is crucial in determining how safe a gun is to use and also how long it will remain in service, and yet so many dealers here don't even know how to measure that critical dimension. In England, where proof is everything (it is the Law, after all), barrel walls are commonly discussed on almost every gun listed for sale. Reading proof marks is like learning a language, and because it takes a little time and effort, not every dealer here does that either. As to early American guns and different chamber lengths, that is like learning an entirely different language. I guess the lesson here is either you do your own homework or deal with a reputable fine gun dealer who has done that work for you.
Last edited by Lloyd3; 02/11/13 07:53 PM.
