Have there been other blow ups of guns at these "vintager" shoots? There are a number of shoots throughout the year and all of them feature shooting composite barreled guns in excess of 100 years of age. To my knowledge there has never been a similar incident at a vintager shoot, this would include the Southern (fall and spring), Hausmans shoot, etc. This was an unfortunate incident, but in IMO the safety record of Damascus guns is remarkable because the shooters are (generally) educated about their safe use. Remember, Damascus barrels were discontinued because of manufacturing costs not over safety concerns. I will continue to shoot mine. Glad no one was hurt here.

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