inderraj Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 Yep, you can submit it for proofing if you like, or you can simply use steel through it. I have been using steel shot through non-steel proofed guns for years, but rarely through anything tighter than half. I thought hush powers had a full choke though, that's the only reason I asked. Thanks for the heads up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 I thought hush powers had a full choke though, that's the only reason I asked. Thanks for the heads up Ah, that's something I wasn't aware of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethejeep Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Hi Roland, Sorry for the delay in replying, 'other stuff' got in the way. No reason why a 24" smooth bore barrel shouldn't be imported into the UK by a SGC holder as far as I know. Although for personal use it's fine, if you sell/pass it on, it has to be UK proofed, or you commit an offence, is my understanding of the situation I import quite a bit of (non-gun) stuff from 'over there' without any real difficulty, but Manufacture's (I've asked Ithaca) or FFL cant be bothered to ship them, afraid of the 'hassle' I guess. A friend who was working for Uncle Sam was helpful as he'd buy & ship and I'd pay the Duties & Taxes this end. He's back in the UK now. I've also asked my local RFD (Sec5) if he'd help.................... although he didn't say so, I guess he's got more money to be made elsewhere for less effort! Some RFD somewhere must have one gathering dust under the workshop bench??? Optimistically, Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Hi Steve, yes lets stay optimistic, if it can be found, it will probably be through PW anyway! In the meantime, another waif and stray has found its way into my cabinet, a Savage model 30E, needs a few parts which I shall try PW wanted for and again hope for the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethejeep Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Afternoon Roland, ........... and a handsome bit of kit it looks too. I'm unfamiliar with Savage firearms other than the name, simply one's never crossed my path yet. I'm sure Numrich Arms from NY would have bits for it, but they resolutely refuse to deal with UK addresses, even a Sec5 dealer! This includes innocuous parts like but-plates and wood work. I had a Brit friend who was working for Uncle Sam, until recalled back to Blighty recently. Great shame he's home. I was friendly with Jim Jukes a FFL from Los Angeles California, used to take him & wife round castles, stately homes, S-on-A and such, when he was on holiday here. Sadly he 'cashed his chips in' a couple of yrs ago, as did Roy Van Wicken, a retired Marine and Los Angeles cop, about the same time. Are you planning to visit the 'Shooting Show at Stoneleigh Warwickshire I think about the 13/14th of February? Regards Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi Steve, You are right that Numrich have all the parts that I need and also that they won't ship here. Seems crazy with the "special relationship" between our countries that trade is prohibited or at least frowned upon! I have had a conversation on the Ithaca owners site about this very subject and the man in the street American doesn't understand it either. I used to have friends and contacts in Kissimmee PD, Sheriffs office and Fish and Game dept. in Florida but have lost touch over the years. I also have distant relatives in Ohio but they are not gun people. On a more positive note I have agreed to buy the non licenced parts of a scrap gun from a PW RFD member, which will also give me things like spare firing pin etc. I do hope to get to the show, work permitting, although scared of what else I might buy if it is put in my hot little hands ! I have a few projects on the go now each interesting in its own right. I just love the mechanics and timings of pump guns, manual repeaters really do it for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a303 Posted February 1, 2016 Report Share Posted February 1, 2016 (edited) Well time to share my 1960 Ithaca M37 Slam fire little beauty. I must admit, I do have a overwhelming urge to chop the 30" full choke barrel down to a more friendly 24" Edited February 1, 2016 by a303 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimfireboy Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Thanks alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Well time to share my 1960 Ithaca M37 Slam fire little beauty. I must admit, I do have a overwhelming urge to chop the 30" full choke barrel down to a more friendly 24" Crikey, don't do that! PM me and make me an offer on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Crikey, don't do that! +1.............. that looks a really nice gun in lovely condition, plus as a 1960 the barrel is serial number matched to the receiver and of course with cutting you can never go back.......I was tempted to do the same with my '65 28" but thankfully was talked out of it..............get another 37, you can never have enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a303 Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Knew that comment would raise a few eyebrows. Aye matching numbers. It's even got its original ray bar site on it. Mag tube only has the smallest of marks from the forend slide. Definately been a safe queen most of its life. Super light and beautiful build quality. It's in much too nice a condition to butcher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGGIE Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Always wanted a go at pumping so I've gone and bought myself a Benelli Supernova in a cammo pattern. Looking forward to trying it out. I shall keep my eyes open for a 24" barrel. New ones are quite expensive compared to what I paid for the gun. Wish me luck. Alan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimfireboy Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 Ive got a 24" barrel on mine Alan, handles nice and lovely to shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 Ive got a 24" barrel on mine Alan, handles nice and lovely to shoot. We're all looking for the elusive 24"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainBeaky Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 We're all looking for the elusive 24"! I think you should all learn to stand on your own two feet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 I think you should all learn to stand on your own two feet... Wonderful response! and worthy of PW hall of fame! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12gauge82 Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 We're all looking for the elusive 24"! +1 had an add in wanted section for ages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethejeep Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 Afternoon Gents, That looks like an immaculate '37 Alan, shame to as alter it as 'factory gate' condition is a rare commodity these days! My 'vintage' woodwork has arrived at my local P.O., from Maryland for my '37 after a slow transit. Just Duties and VAT to pay!! I simply hate the gaudy machine stamped/rolled 'engraving' on the original wood,looks like it's off a Chinese cap-gun to me which 'cheapens' the whole look of the gun. Looking forwards to a simple diamond pattern and dark wood. Still as the man with wooden leg said........"it a matter of a pinion"? Must dust off the Box-Brownie and use up the Kodachrome, send you the results. Looking forwards to using another 'classic-from-the-cupboard' on Sunday, my Marlin 39A. If no bunnies, then a couple of empty dog-meat cans will do. Adios Amigos........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 6, 2016 Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Look forward to the photos, I had a slow transit once, engine was toast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimfireboy Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Afternoon Gents, That looks like an immaculate '37 Alan, shame to as alter it as 'factory gate' condition is a rare commodity these days! My 'vintage' woodwork has arrived at my local P.O., from Maryland for my '37 after a slow transit. Just Duties and VAT to pay!! I simply hate the gaudy machine stamped/rolled 'engraving' on the original wood,looks like it's off a Chinese cap-gun to me which 'cheapens' the whole look of the gun. Looking forwards to a simple diamond pattern and dark wood. Still as the man with wooden leg said........"it a matter of a pinion"? Must dust off the Box-Brownie and use up the Kodachrome, send you the results. Looking forwards to using another 'classic-from-the-cupboard' on Sunday, my Marlin 39A. If no bunnies, then a couple of empty dog-meat cans will do. Adios Amigos........ Great post Steve, made me laugh...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 Been a bit quiet on here recently, been tinkering and awaiting parts. Hoping to get to Popham for comp in April all being well (typo on published PDF 17th or 19th April? got to assume its 17th as is Sunday) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethejeep Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 All that glisters is not gold (it may be a pile of phoo!) Well folks, the stock finally arrived all the way from Maryland, and what a misdescribed piece of junk it was! Looked like some blind whittler had been practicing his craft .............. and still had a way to go! It's on it's way back to Maryland. Can any one help me with either a plain or diamond pattern stock for my Ithaca M37 please? Regards from a moist Cornwall Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 19, 2016 Report Share Posted February 19, 2016 (edited) What stock have you got on it at the moment Steve? edit..... just saw your wanted ad 'nuff said Edited February 19, 2016 by impala59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 20, 2016 Report Share Posted February 20, 2016 (edited) Package of bits arrived today for restoring the Savage to the land of the living (Many thanks Edd) (via PW) Currently working on easing the mag tube entrance of the 37 to facilitate speedloading. Slow process as do not want to remove too much material. Been thinking about a synthetic stock and fore-end for the 37 as do not want to destroy the wood wacking barricades et al during PSG.........long shot is there anything out there? Edited February 20, 2016 by impala59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old06 Posted February 21, 2016 Report Share Posted February 21, 2016 I enjoyed this topic and was surprised to see as many pump guns some I was very familiar with others not so much but I didn't see any pump rifles would it be out of line to post some I have 3 pump rifles a Savage 170 in 30-30 witch is my most recent bought used about five years ago next is a Remington 7600 in 35 Whelen and last is my late brothers Remington 14 in 35 Rem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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