I'd still overall be curious if the lower barrel mishap could cause an upper barrel obstruction. Or, if this is a near simultaneous double obstruction.
Hi craig,
Have to admit that I'm still leaning toward the latter, a theory that the expanding burst in the lower barrel caused a restriction in the top barrel to where it bulged as well upon discharge, all during the one event. The violence of the burst was enough to break the forearm wood into several flying pieces, damaging the shooter, and the fore-end iron as well. To me, that level of force might jar the top barrel tumbler out of place. I think most of us have seen and/or experienced a shotgun doubling where the first shot with a stout load has set off a too-light sear engagement on the second lockwork for what virtually sounds like a simultaneous discharge. Our photos don't show it, but the damaged bottom barrel did bear upward into the top tube enough to lightly dent it. And if that top barrel did let go either on its own (or as someone suggested, from the shooter unconsciously pulling the trigger as a result of the rupture) that may have resulted in the top tube ring bulge. Either way, without the hulls in hand, it's just conjecture.
I just find it curious that the lower tube tore exactly along the two brazings/welds, etc. that attached the side ribs....and they are not soldered on from all appearances. Thanks for your thoughts.....
Rob
To 2-piper & Dave: Both your replies came in while I was typing & submitting a response to craigd....Good feedback, duly noted, and 'Thanks' for taking the time. As for Wonko,.....well, we all know how that goes.
Last edited by Robt. Harris; 06/04/16 01:46 PM.
