Pheasant hunting with my dad's Remington Model 11 this past week, the vent rib let go on the rear half of the barrel, right after I fired three shots at a fast disappearing and unscathed South Dakota rooster. It may be that the only reason it hasn't come off entirely is that the gun has a Poly-choke at the muzzle. No damage seems to have occurred to the rib, so how serious is this problem? How was it attached in the first place, and can a good gunsmith re-adhere it without rebluing the barrel? What can I expect to pay? The gun has little market value but high sentimental value. Your advice will be appreciated as always. TT
