Hi Ron,

I think that you did OK. It's very common for Elsies to have cracks behind the lock plate. The main thing is to have them stabilized so that they don't get any worse.

What is the serial number of your new gun? I'd be happy to look it up for you in Brophy's book.

I have a field grade 20 with 28 inch barrels circa 1945. I had the right barrel opened to IC and kept the right at Full. With Win. AA's 7/8 ounce of 8's it works great on doves.

Have fun with your "new" Elsie.


Bryan