I don't see where anyone was waving the flag of patriotism. I did see posts referring to nostalgia and a preference for American-made simply as reasons that might explain the enduring popularity of American-made doubles.

And a hesitant observation from a M-21 owner with zero gunsmithing or engineering expertise. I appreciate Dewey's unimpeachable credentials and his assessment of the M-21. The only part that surprised me was the extra emphatic all caps in "adds ZERO strength" about the dovetail lump barrel joining. I think this may mean the mass-produced barrel manufacture and joining doesn't lack strength, but would have more strength than needed if the dovetails were precisely hand-fitted.

I'm a little confused about when stronger than needed is relevant and when it's not -- but nothing unusual in me being confused.

Jay

Last edited by Gunflint Charlie; 10/31/15 04:28 PM.