JRH before you go and assume that it is a 38-55, please have someone do a chamber cast that can tell you exactly what it is. Its your body parts but I'd never shoot a rifle on a calculated guess as to the caliber. I have the same problem at the moment. I believe mine is a .450 3 1/4". But I need to get a better chamber cast to make sure.
Thanks Mike,
As you can see I clearly stated above....1)The chamber was already cast once, and proven to be .375 or slightly larger 2)"before I shoot anything from this gun I am going to have it inspected by a gunsmith"
..... The chamber was cast by a gunsmith that stated it was a .375-.400 caliber.........2). Obviously, before I shoot anything from this gun I am going to have it inspected by a gunsmith. My question is, can anyone recommend a competent gunsmith, (preferably one that is familiar with these guns and located in the northeast). Finally, what should I expect to pay for an inspection.
