Thanks for all the replies and the links to more info. Both links were very interesting. I would have replied sooner, but I was having trouble logging on. As you can see I had to change my log in name and re-register. Just took the space out of the name. I tried to change my settings to get rid of the ads and suggested sites and ended up not being able to log on.
Well, back to the Ithaca. According to Walt Snyder's book this magnum 12 was the last magnum made in 1937, so the Hawkins probably is original. If anyone has any more info on this shotgun I would appreciate it. I'm also interested in load data for a low pressure 3". I looked in my "Reloading for Shotguns" book and saw a few 1 3/8oz loads as low as 7900-8000 psi. I wouldn't shoot many 3" but this one would sure be at home in a duck blind.

Last edited by NorthernBob; 06/18/13 02:31 AM.