Keyed forestocks are fine. I have several. But, I wouldn't care for one on a breechloader forearm, because they still don't overcome the issue of wear creating looseness when the action is opened and closed. It would eventually create "play", just like a Deeley & Edge fastener allows to happen. With a m/l that's not an issue, of course. My keyed forestocks are all m/l shotguns and rifles.

Thanks for the comments. I'm enjoying and learning.

Best, SRH

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