Miller...believe it or not, I understood that. Unfortunately, I don't have the time to do some of the measurements required (i.e. shear strength of the metal) and lack the resources as well (not sure where I'd get a crusher gun, piezoelectric measuring device, or crusher gauge). Your post was extremely informative, however, and I do know what you're driving at. The whole thing sounds like it's going to be one of those things I have to put on hold due to circumstances beyond my control.
Mike, will do on all counts. Definitely see if you can try and find that for me. While it's far from exact with an '03, it would at least give me an in-the-ballpark estimate if they did indeed test the safety lug.
eightbore...sorry to hear. That's the only 28 gauge Remo I've ever seen or heard of. It was not catalogued in any of the Remo catalogues or fliers I have. I'd love to know what the company serial number is (vs. the Gewehr 98 serial number...the company serial number is under the wood).
