I'm trying to understand barrel to frame gap on break open guns.
From what I understand a little gap is generally fine (maybe even expected?).
I recently bought a H&R Buffalo Classic in 45/70. It's was used, but LNIB. I've put about 20 rounds through it. It's surprisingly accurate with my reloads, which were originally developed for another gun.
It locks up tight. I've sort of fallen in love with the gun already.
That being said, there is a small gap between the barrel and recoil shield/frame/whatever-you-want-to-call it when you close the gun.
Is this a big problem? Will it cause the gun to wear faster?
From what I understand a little gap is generally fine (maybe even expected?).
I recently bought a H&R Buffalo Classic in 45/70. It's was used, but LNIB. I've put about 20 rounds through it. It's surprisingly accurate with my reloads, which were originally developed for another gun.
It locks up tight. I've sort of fallen in love with the gun already.
That being said, there is a small gap between the barrel and recoil shield/frame/whatever-you-want-to-call it when you close the gun.
Is this a big problem? Will it cause the gun to wear faster?