Rocketman, I think Ruger did better with the RL 28ga than they did with the Gold Label 12ga! Ever run one of those on your machine?
Yes, indeed. Two, in fact; one a straight grip and one a pistol grip. Unlikely as it seems, they had identical handling: Ruger Gold Label SxS BLE Pistol Grip: Weight = 6# 10 oz, balance to trigger = 5 1/4", Unmounted = 1.41, Mounted = 6.84, gauge = 12, barrels = 28", LOP = 14 1/4"
Average Game Gun: Weight = 6# 8 oz, balance to trigger = 4 1/2", unmounted = 1.45, mounted = 6.38, gauge = 12, barrels = 28", LOP = 14 1/4".
We can say the Gold Label is a dead ringer for the Brit game gun pattern. The higher (6.84 vs 6.38) mounted swing effort may be noticeable and is accounted for by the more forward balance (5 1/4" vs 4 1/2") due to heavier barrels.
What do you think, Larry?
DDA