[G23/40]

I'm looking at a Stevens 311A/12ga./28in bbl/95% condition.$275.00.
Is that a good price?
I have read that the chamber on older shotguns is 2 9/16 and should be bored to 2 3/4 for modern loads.
Any info on this shotgun or web site to visit would be appreciated.
Thanks.
G23/40

[Dave McCracken]

Decent price, neither steal nor swindle.

ANY older shotgun should be checked out by a competent smith before firing the first round. Chamber length and headspace are two things on the list to be checked.

I like the 311 and variants, a nice working class double with great reliability and durability.

[Smoke]

Just be sure to check the wrist closely, they are notoriously weak.

[Okiecruffler]

That's about the going range, if you look you can find them abit cheaper. Most 311's are chambered for 3 inch shells so there should be no problem there. I always take a couple of new snap caps to the dealer with me to run thru each barrel. If I don't get a good dent in the primer I don't buy. That gets you some really strange looks, and always explain what you are doing before you do it. I buy most of mine from pawn shops, and dropping a couple of shells in a gun isn't the best way to make friends. I love mine, they are solid made doubles that are great for field use.