Thanks to all that have replied so far and for the welcome. In true Canadian fashion I just got back from watching the local Jr hockey game.
It sounds like the repair for the dent and possibly the fix for the top lever having to be operated to close the gun may not be so bad after all. Sourcing 2 1/2 inch shells would be nearly impossible. Pity that RST does not sell in Canada. I could get the chambers lengthened at the same time as other repairs if I buy this gun. Has anyone been successful in bending a stock upwards for less D.A.H.in such old wood or is it better to budget for a new stock.
Canvasback, who would you recommend for repairs in Kelowna. Newf, I will look up your info, sounds like you have some fans on this forum. Cheers all.