For those who have actually seen or had a Duck model Model 21 in their hands, they know they are not particularly "hefty". Unlike the Model 12, the Model 21 in factory 3" persuasion has the same barrels that the 2 3/4" guns have and seldom go over 7 3/4 pounds. In pre 1950 3" guns, the grips are even a bit skinny, just like a normal Parker bird gun.