I really appreciate the information. I was given good advice to come to this forum for answers regarding this old beauty. It tips the scales at 7.10# which is heavier than it feels. The combination of balance and the round action make this gun feel like a smaller framed gun. And it never crossed my mind about striking the barrels for balance. They were craftsmen, wow! Not that I didn't kind of already know that but when you get into the details its impressive.
Are there books that should be on the reading list to learn more about the trade of the gun makers in the early years?
Thank you
Brian
