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Ok, so I just inherited a Winchester 1887 that was my Great Grandfather's. It was in the possession of my uncle who presented to me this weekend. Because it was used many years ago with black powder shells there is some pitting in the bore. I would like to use it occasionally with low pressure shells but would like to clean up the bore a few thousandths to make it easier to keep clean. Haven't measured wall thickness but these barrels are pretty thick
It was reblued by my uncle nearly 50 yrs ago so exterior in good shape although not original, stock is excellent. Thoughts? .

Drive it over to Darlington, to Darlington Gun Works, and have Jim Kelly's nephew measure the wall thickness, and give you an opinion on whether or not it will be safe to hone the pits. If the barrel wall thickness is as you say he can likely clean it up for little cash outlay. And, you'll have an informed opinion on the overall soundness of the gun.

Congratulations on inheriting your G Grandfather's gun!

Thanks Stan. Been by that shop on the way to the beach but never stopped.

two16s,
The gun is yours; you get to do what you think is best.
Mike

I would aggressively clean it with brushes and solvent before I even thought of reaming the bore. Go for it.