| JPK |
| (.375 member) |
| 11/03/08 06:34 AM |
Re: Lang 450#2 Double!!
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Even though this thread is about the Lang, does anyone have any comment on dnovo's post about the Rodda .475 Straight? Looks like it's a heavy thing at 12+ pounds and no ejectors, but I called Kevin about it a couple of weeks ago, and he said he'd take 12K for it. Has some pitting on the action, and a small crack in the pistol grip--not along the grain, but perpendicular to the trigger tang that he's having someone in Bozeman fix. While we're at it, they've got a .470 that's a Belgian (?) gun (Raick Erigis) for 15K. I called on the Rodda because I too need a long LOP, and those are few and far between. Haven't asked about the Belgian gun yet--I know nothing about them except for Francotte. It also has a long pull--15 5/16.
For a double rifle that will see the use it was intended for, length can be easily and cheaply added with a wood extension. Done well, you'll have to look twice to notice it.
Drop at comb and heel are the more critical measurements. Tough to add wood to the comb or heel, but it can be done.
Cast can be bent in if it isn't too far out for the prospective owner (but not with extended top straps), 1/4" isn't ussually a problem according to those that do the work for me. I've never had a problem with 1/4" bend or less anyway.
Hope you find a suitable DR.
JPK