Thanks for your candid reply KY Jon.

The gun is still beautiful to behold and a fine upland fowling piece. I intend to use it this fall for grouse hunting in Canada. It is light in my hands and points extremely well.

I've read good and ugly reviews on teague lining with cost at 5,000.00. Nothing bad so far regarding sleeving the gun. I contacted Briley - 1,300.00 for 1 barrel - both 1,700.00. Your thoughts?