Thank you so much for your replies; Damascus, Joe, and Stan. I really appreciate the input from those in the know. Im glad that it is indeed a 700. I have only read and heard good things about that model. Its particularly nice to have an early one in good working condition.
Stan, The only reason we use heavy loads on snakes down here is that the stakes are pretty high if you dont kill with the first two shots!!
No, I was thinking that a 28 gram load would be the biggest I would put through the gun just in an effort to preserve it as best I can while I am the custodian. Those loads would be mostly used on clays and maybe the odd fox. We dont have the need to reach for high birds or the like down here.
Thanks again and Im really glad that I found this forum. I will keep it close and follow the conversations as Im sure to pick up some great tips.
