Well, I did it, so I hope it doesn't turn out to be a gun I didn't really need. Oh, wait ... I already have a couple dozen guns I don't really need!
Walt -- no worries about altering it. As I badly explained in an earlier post (and, I suppose, the reason for the initial question), I have plenty of open choked scatterguns, and I'm not much for modifying otherwise decent ones. I'd sooner pass on a gun than open the choke(s). Earlier in my collecting career I opened up a Lefever to IC and Mod that I now wish was back at Mod and Full.
Tim -- You're right about the measurements. This one came in at 20 thou ... a light Full, if I understand these things, which should be about perfect for those doves. Hurry, September! Thanks to all for the input and advice. TT
