Some can be fitted and some cannot, without very expensive alterations. IMHO, there are very few double gun smiths that can really fit a set right.

Just because the barrels close tightly and there is no noticeable play with the forend off doesn't mean they are properly fitted. There should be a very high percentage of contact between the barrel's breech ends and the standing breech. I once paid a nationally touted double gun smith to fit an extra set. He bragged on how easy it was. When I received it I could see daylight all the way to the bottom on one barrel and the other barrel had less than 30% contact with the breech. Totally botched.

I have attempted to fit a set myself and failed in doing it properly. So, I somewhat understand the geometry and mechanics involved. There is one American smith that I would trust to do it. But, he is so self-centered and egotistical that I have "sworn" to never deal with him again. Put simply, it's not for the faint of heart, whether you're doing the work or having it done.


May God bless America and those who defend her.