Thanks for the input. I have a nice merkel in 7x57r, game scene engraved etc w/ an extra set of barrels in 16 gauge. Likewise, I have a modern 470 merkel that I'd use of a return trip to Africa for Buffalo or things larger. The 300 H&H on offer is of 50's or 60's vintage w/ skip line checkering, scoped with sideplates and a set 20 gauge shotgun barrels. It seems more likely to be useable for deer and the like here in Texas than my 7x57. The price seems a bit high for a non-dangerous game o/u, in the mid8ks, but I might bite if it could be had for a bit less. It's just the pressue issue that worried me. Franz Sodia is the maker by the way.