Well, the weather has improved and I took it out today. I shot it well and it is now a keeper. I bought the lead tape and stuck it on the bottom rib. I forgot to weigh it but It probably weighed a total of 1 1/2 oz. It only moved the point of balance a half inch forward. It is still behind the hinge pin however it felt better and I enjoyed shooting it. I have not pulled the butt plate however I realized it has the spring activated roll up sling so I have a feeling I will have to live with the lead tape. I will pull it tomorrow to see but I have a feeling some black paint is as good as it is going to get. Thanks for your help.
