Thanks for the input. About the accuracy of my scales: As a mathematical statistian I know that all measurements including weights are estimates. So my scales are accurate only to a certain point. What that is I am not sure, but I intend to weigh it on some other scales as a double check. I will let you know the results.
I have weighed at least a hundred doubles with the scales I have and they seem consistent and reasonable from gun to gun. For instance by these scales a 16 gauge DHE Parker with beaver tail and 30 inch barrels weighs 7 pounds and 4 ounces, a 16 gauge D grade Syracuse Arms weighs 6 pounds and 11 ounces, a Parker repro 28 gauge with beaver tail and 28 inch barrels weighs 5 pounds and 12 ounces, a Parker 20 gauge repo with beavertail and 26 inch barrels weighs 6 pounds and 7 ounces; and a 20 guage 3E featherweight L C Smith with 28 inch barrels weighs 6 pounds and 1 ounce.
I agree that its possible that the gun does not weigh exactly 5 pounds and 14 ounces, but it certainly doesn't weigh 6 pounds and 4 ounces. In handling the gun it feels like the Parker 28 gauge that weighs 5 pounds and 10 ounces and the 20 gauge Parker repo that weighs 6 pounds and 7 ounces feels like a ton in comparison.
Take Care,
Riprap
