This is equally as true with my Krieghoff O/U double rifles. I can convert them from ejector to extractor and back using only a small screwdriver in about two minutes time. As with the Ruger, it is merely a question of removing/replacing the ejector spring, and only requires the removal and replacement of two small screws situated in the Kersten lock projections on the barrels.

All my double shotguns are fitted with selective ejectors, with the exception of a pre-War Sauer & Sohn. However, I automatically hold my right hand over the breech when I break the action to keep the empties from ejecting. Many skeet fields have the rule that any empty case which hits the ground belongs to the club. In the game field, especially in a duck blind or at a dove shoot station, I am careful to police up all my empties before departing.

Keeping track of rifle brass in the hunting field is another matter. In Africa, there is usually a sharp eyed gun bearer or tracker to find the brass for you, and if one or two go astray, it's no great tragedy in the greater scheme of things. I don't believe I ever lost a round of brass for my .505. I was far less careful with the .458, .375 and .300 H&H and 7X57 brass.