I do not like the geometry employed on SL O/U guns - unless one of the hammers is upside down. Had a Beretta SL O/U 12 gauge that gave me a lot of problems.

I had, for quite a while, a Browning BSS sidelock in 20 gauge - an excellent gun. I would recommend that you look for one of these.

My only current SLE is a 6 lb. 3 oz. Henry Atkin 2-1/2" 12 gauge... very nice, a self opener with no third fastener and a please to operate and shoot.

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