Phil Coley on the benefits of longer barrels
Gun fitting: I am toying with the idea of buying a gun with a skeleton adjustable stock so that I can set it up to fit me perfectly, then transfer the measurements to any other gun I might buy in the future.
Would you like to appear on our site? We offer sponsored articles and advertising to put you in front of our readers. Find out moreIt is important to check a gun stock for wear and damage regularly as a wear or damaged stock will affect the integrity of the gun. It could be dangerous and even break under recoil. Most damage is usually fairly minor, but excessive wear reduces the value of the gun.
Here’s how to check the gun stock on a side-by-side shotgun.
Phil Coley on the benefits of longer barrels
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