Ted as a general statement pumps and automatics jam more often than Side by Sides and Over & Unders. If you have plenty of game no big deal. I have two pumps (Model 12s in sixteen) and two autos (1100/20 and A5/16) and I like them very much. I don't like it when they jam.

I would also expect the Winchester 21 barrels to go awhile before the rib has to be relayed. The 21 would make a fine subsistence gun if it could be afforded I think. I think since break open guns are less fussy about ammo they are easier to reload for also.

I acknowledge the 21 cost much much more to build than the Model 12.

Best,

Mike

Last edited by AmarilloMike; 12/01/08 07:22 PM.

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