I've read that the London Proof House says the minimum thickness they approve is 20 thou. My Scottie barrels are pretty heavy, but I have no idea how deep the pitting actually is.

What I am considering is having Mike Orlen or Steve Bertram backbore and polish to remove as much of the pitting as possible without reducing the minimum thickness to less than 25 thou. The risk is still having pitting after that is done, and not improving my situation. If I can actually remove the oxidation with vinegar or naval jelly to prevent further growth of the pits, I may be better off just doing that.

Somebody convince me one way or another. The conflict is stressing me out...Geo