Rem 1889 10 Gauge chamber length? info on BP buckshot loads

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Researcher
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Re: Rem 1889 10 Gauge chamber length? info on BP buckshot l

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Every Remington Arms Co. 10-gauge double I've measured was chambered for 2 7/8 inch shells.
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Re: Rem 1889 10 Gauge chamber length? info on BP buckshot l

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I have a hang tag for a 10 Ga which indicates 4 drams BP for a 1 1/4oz load of #8 shot. This load was used for patterning tests.

The rule of thumb is equal volumes of shot and powder. Enjoy.
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