newbie question

[srk3006]

first post,long time browswer. just bought very nice 84 with great wood, bluing, markings all correct. 1 problem, barrel has ring right at forward barrel band, rifling is beautiful, except for the 800 lb gorrilla. safe to shoot cast boolits?................thanx for any help..........srk

[JimF]

Safe to shoot? . . . . Yes!

Accurate? . . . . MAYBE! (Probably not!)

With the ring at the upper band, you have, what, maybe 6 inches to the muzzle? Not much left to "re-stabilize" the bullet. --Jim

[Mark Daiute]

y'know, after you see how she shoots you might want to talk to Bobby Hoyt/Frieschutz Rifle shop. Just a gut feeling that I have but maybe he can help with the ring in the barrel.

Keep us posted!