Tinker,

The 12 bore went largely by accident. I was ambushed all of a sudden! Yes this is a re-investment of proceeds. Money though, not a trade.

I'll give a full report on the Gibbs in due course on the DR forum - with photos, of course. I've had custody of it (and first laid eyes on it) for only about 4 hours, and had to work during some of that time. Just got home and did some close looking. I'm impressed!

BTW the Gibbs never made it to the internet! Just for now, here's a sneak preview - a compilation of the photos sent to me to buy it.

George Gibbs .450NE

Sorry for the hijack, guys. Go back to hunting in the garden with a .416 Ruger.

Curl