Well to remember, Drewbie- that the Flues doubles came out prox. 1905 when black powder loads were the norm- using the later smokeless powder loads proved to be the downfall of the Fluesies--My 2E 12 bore was made aprox. 1929- still flawless in action, and easy to open and recock, whether the ejectors are tripped or not. So is my 1933 era Fox-Savage Sterly, 20 ga DT AE 28'. I love Smiths, but so many have had cracked buttstocks in the lock and tang areas, I would tread with caution on any sidelock- box locks seem to be much stronger in some regards- RWTF

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