This gun is in fairly good condition , and i believe it has seen very little use , as i am in the uk , 2 1/2 inch shells are still relatively easy to purchase , Eley vip game cartridges are available quite readily here . It is a lovely little light gun , and walking around the farm for a few hours is really enjoyable . There is a pheasant shoot very close so a lot of them can be seen as well as woodys and rabbits . I feel very lucky to live here . I am. Enjoying reading the threads that have been linked , thanks again for the help and information . Best regards Geoff