It's gratifying to know that there's still firms and folks out there who take pride in their workmanship for sure.
As well as the look for sure, one thing I don't mind about say a lever gun for "social shoo bear" work is that they can be checked with one's hands easily with a modicum of practice. That's sorta handy either in the dark or when one is fixated upon a recalcitrant bruin which one is in the midst of negotiations with.
I vividly recall my ancient and as it turned out dirty magazine tube on my Lakefield Mossberg 500 binding up on me while I was explaining to a yard black bear that it really should look elsewhere for handouts. When I ran the action I knew the sound was off and by muscle reflex opened it up and dropped a shell into the chamber.
Then I started to fool with the magazine and yes in fact the shells were stuck in place therein.....
It was, as I recall a bit of a conundrum for me to both negotiate with the bear for a smooth exit for both parties while trying to unjam the thing.
Anyways, that's the beginning of my finding the Hi-Viz Delrin followers we discussed.
That reminds me, I may have to try to fabricate one for my old 94 just because....
Thanks again and good hunting with the 97 - may you never require it for serious social work!
