Just kind of wondered, the "books" generally contend that bore condition is overlooked in antique guns, but I wonder how many agree with this notion, when it comes to technically "antique" but still shootable guns such as the ones most of us have.
Of course depending on whether it was a BP round, or always smokeless, will make a difference in existing examples. Few 30 30s for example are going to be pitted beyond recognition, but the same cant be said for a 38 40 that was neglected.
What amazes me is how worn a barrel can be, and still shoot very well. I have a 25 20, with just hints of rifling left, yet it shoots real close to one a buddy had relined, results at 100, average around 3" for 5 shots, give or take.
So do most of you guys give brownie points for a good premium bore? I do cause I intend to shoot them.
Of course depending on whether it was a BP round, or always smokeless, will make a difference in existing examples. Few 30 30s for example are going to be pitted beyond recognition, but the same cant be said for a 38 40 that was neglected.
What amazes me is how worn a barrel can be, and still shoot very well. I have a 25 20, with just hints of rifling left, yet it shoots real close to one a buddy had relined, results at 100, average around 3" for 5 shots, give or take.
So do most of you guys give brownie points for a good premium bore? I do cause I intend to shoot them.