I've always thought sideclips were and elegant addition to a gun that allowed the maker to show off a little bit. It takes quite a bit of talent to get them perfect and I think they add a bit of uniqueness to a gun.

I've shot my sideclipped gun at the one-man flurry at the Upper Peninsula Side by Side Classic (with a loader) and at several others where I loaded it myself - never been "bit" nor was the fellow loading for me. I loaned it out to another shooter and loaded for them and had no problems either.

I've always heard, but never verified, that sideclips were originally added to provide greater action strength side to side.

Last edited by Geoff Roznak; 07/22/07 06:57 PM.