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englishupland
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Beretta sxs for double rifle
#95845 - 03/02/08 02:24 PM

I have early to mid 60s beretta sxs 12ga
not using it much and found someone to sell me sleeves 45-70
The chamber is 2 3/4 so not sure if tested a magnums
I know beretta actions are fairly robust
Think this would be ok w factory low pressure loads?
What would I look for?

Would like to try something like this before spending $$ on jefferys or h&h

Thanks

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englishupland
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Reged: 21/12/07
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Loc: MI

Re: Beretta sxs for double rifle [Re: englishupland]
#95846 - 03/02/08 02:26 PM

I alsohave Spanish sidelock if that would be better
Beretta is a boxlock

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Bramble
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Re: Beretta sxs for double rifle [Re: englishupland]
#95896 - 04/02/08 03:37 AM

I have on here that I am going to use for a .470 It is of the same vintage I belive it to be a model 409 but it is unmarked. This one has a conceled third fastner ( pin) is yours the same ?

I personaly would not hesitate for a 45-70 at normal loadings ie factory or equilivent.

I write this with the normal cavats, it is your decision etc etc.

Regards

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Birdhunter50
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Re: Beretta sxs for double rifle [Re: englishupland]
#107182 - 11/06/08 03:13 AM

I have built three rifles on Beretta 409 crossbolt actions. Two were 45/70's and one was a 20 gauge bore rifle. One of the actions was a 3 inch gun and I compaired it to the other actions and there was NO measureable differences in the size at all. All of these I have seen are made in the late 50's to early 60's and are very strong and make an excellent choice for conversions. All the guns I converted had had their barrels ruined in one way or another, though. They are worth some serious money as shootable shotguns. If yours is in good shape, I would think twice before converting it. If you do decide to do it, send me a PM and I'll fill you in on some neat ways of doing it. Bob H.

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