I'm starting out in CAS and need a "period" shotgun. I've looked into the CZ, Spartan, Stoeger and Norinco options and would much prefer a "made in America" shotgun suitable for CAS. I've been searching for Winchester 1897 shotguns since the Marlin shotguns from the late 19th century all seem to come with warning labels to the effect of DON'T SHOOT. Most of the 1897s that I've found have a 30" barrel so would it be sacrilegious, impractical or just plain dumb to chop the barrel down to 20" or thereabouts?
Thanks.
Thanks.
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