I'm surprised the OP isn't being accused of lacking personal responsibility due to the intention to shoot this gun with ammunition that would generate more pressure and recoil than the loads recommended by the factory. We have been warned by the preacher that the frame could crack, and it could injure friends or children.
Disinformation like that is apparently being protected here now. It enhances the experience, especially if accompanied by ancient and irrelevant load data.
jOe, the Preacher has told us that he owns one L.C. Smith O grade with barrels that are honed thin in the forend area. But he uses a handguard to protect friends and children in the area from possible shrapnel. I'd also be concerned about injuries to spectators if the action should crack.
