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Sidelock
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My Dad's western arms by Ithaca was passed down to me. Made late 20's, early 30's. I would like to take a turkey with it using the Fed prem heavyweight 20g 1 1/8th oz #7's. Would this be ok pressure wise for this old gal?
Charlie
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Sidelock
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The barrels and frame should be strong enough, but the wood may split from the recoil. I certainly wouldn't shoot a lot of them. If you have a full choke in that left barrel, 7/8oz of 7-1/2's will kill any Turkey that shows his head.
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Sidelock
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Old gun stocks and old men are all subject to cracking--but the Western Arms guns are built strong. Good to see you posting. We had some great discussions in the past.
Walter c. Snyder
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I got side tracked by s&w revolvers. My shotgunning has been regulated to a 20ga superposed for doves and a Batavia special for turkey. The BS fits me perfectly, shoots where l look, and patterns great for turkey.
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If you are talking about the same Fed Premium Heavyweight that I am thinking about, I'd be more worried about how that gun is choked. The FPH was/is made with tungsten, and tight chokes would probably not be advisable. I have used some of my meager supply of FPH on ducks and geese with great results, but using IC choke in a modern gun.
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