old double barell shotgun

We need a little more info ie make, model, description of how the action closes, is it rusty or pitted. Pictures worth a thousand words.
 
I would suggest that reliance on internet responses to your "Is it safe to use" question is in itself an unsafe practice.
Best bet is to pay to have it inspected by a competent gunsmith.
 
Pete G said:
I would suggest that reliance on internet responses to your "Is it safe to use" question is in itself an unsafe practice.
Best bet is to pay to have it inspected by a competent gunsmith.
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Yup. Anything you use is safe for us... Unless you're standing next to us.
 
Pointers and an approximate evaluation of its condition can be given if more info and pics are provided. But only having the gun in hand for examination can give a proper assessment as far as safe to shoot goes. However, if you tell us the barrels have dents, or the bores are all pitted or the action is loose or off face, then you need go no further.
Also, even if it is safe to use, the gun likely has short chambers and even if nitro proofed, it was proofed for the pressures and powder of that time period. Does not mean that it is safe with modern off the shelf ammo. If one does not understand these old guns and the type of ammo that should be shot, then it's best to leave them alone until getting properly educated on them.
 
krchov said:
have old double shotgun 1920 vintage with external hammers. is it safe to use
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I have an older car. It's a four door. Is it legal to drive?
I have some old pills. They are orange. Should I take them to cure me?

The OP's question should be stickied as the perfect example of how not to ask this question. I couldn't have made up a better example.

I also note that he hasn't returned to clarify or respond. People are funny.
 
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