Bull.

Just recently one of our good friends photographed his measuring tape against the breech of his favorite 16 and posted them on the other board. I did the same with the first two light twelves that came to hand when I reached into the safe and if you remember there was less than 3 mm difference.

I defy anyone to identify 3mm difference from the butt end of a mounted gun.

And just for the record, I own a number of 16s as well and while they may be slim compared to some 12s, there are many fine light 12s that will rival them in sleekness and if you will, sexiness.

My Lindner FW, at 5 pounds 9 ounces shames many 16s and my Lindner Diamond grade at 6 aand 8 is certainly as light as most 16s, if not lighter.

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