it is interesting that you mention the 1894 GAH shoot limiting only to 12 gauge. I suspect the 10 was viewed as a "ringer" gauge or having an unfair advantage. Having shot both 12's and 10's I will take the 10 on live birds any day. It just settles into the hands better and feels better when it goes off. Until one has compared the two side by side they can't pass judgment in my opinion.

"As for me and my house we will shoot Damascus!"