My 1936 Hellis 2" is proofed for 7/8oz. but the guy I got it from gave me a bunch of RST's that are 15/16oz. So far so good....
Those of you that have one, please feel free to post lots of pictures of them. I don't get tired of looking at nice shotguns. I doubt anyone else does.
I'm getting too old to do the picture hosting shuffle, here's a link to a file..
Chas. HellisHellis research was kind enough to provide the following...
"Thank you for your enquiry for Hellis gun number 4135. I am happy to help.
Gun number 4135 is described in their sales ledger as a 12 bore double barrelled A & D ejector with 26" barrels, 2" chambers and 2 triggers (rel ej 12 / 2" ).
It was built and placed into stock on the 31st of October 1936 and sold in November of the same year to Wilson for £25. This model was named by the company as the Reliable
Hoping this information is of some help to you, "
And you're correct, great gun to carry for grouse/woodcock.
