Wonko the Sane, Sir, I suggest you research the terms you refer to especially "water table" and "action flats". I can't remember the sources but check with Michael Mcintosh and other texts that get to the heart of the matter in giving terms of the trade. Even Wiki.answers or answers.com has an definition:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_Water_table_on_a_shotgun_and_where_is_it_located"Answer: 'Water table' refers to a pan of the action of a double-barreled side-by
- side shotgun. It is the flat portion extending forward from the breech face. This part is also sometimes referred to in a more general way as the action bar flats" - American Rifleman, Issue 9, Volume 114(1966) at page 98
So if one wants to speak generally, "action bar flats" will do.
English isn't the only language. Others use this board to practice or better their English and I think we should allow them a little slack instead of forcing them not to post because of incorrect grammar or using terms you deem incorrect. And if you are looking to critique someone's grammer, choose a fella whose primary language is English, the King's English or of the U.S. of A.
Kind Regards,
Raimey
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