I agree with Daryl "It's perfect for an English-styled 1/2 stock, percussion gun though. A 1/2 stocked flinter needs a 2 key forend - which needs a longer forend." I am getting ready to start a 8bore English percussion project. Kinda a mouse to moose gun. If you don't decide not to buy the blank I know a shot gunner friend that would be interested in it. Really enjoy watching your builds.