Some interesting thoughts here on this subject. GPerry, good job.
Ross is not my hero, but I followed his interest into the world of odd old European firearms, and understand his passion for them. My recent acquisitions are all more than twice my age, and I wonder what led gun builders to forget the art our forebearers new so well. 4#6 for a double barrel shotgun is so...elegant.
Ross did one thing that gets my BP up whenever it crosses my mind. HOW did he paper patch roundballs so neatly? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> He never explained it, and that is cruel and unusual. I am all thumbs...but my conicals do well. Thanks Ross.
Well, he'd be welcome at my campfire, and I wish him well. Hope he stays on board with DGJ. Muledeer, you're in the same league if not stadium. Hope Mike can back you up at HL and Rifle. In a figurative way, I think you're in need of some help there.
Regards,
Dan
