ligonierbill
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I got these two out for the first time this week. Top is a 1924 vintage Parker "Trojan", below is a new CZ Sharptail, both 16 gauge. The CZ is heavier (feel, did not weigh them), has about an inch longer pull, and the barrels are set a little further apart. It is IC/Mod vs the Parker's Mod/Full. I was shooting RST 2 1/2" 7/8 oz #7 1/2 labeled 1,125 fps, light load in deference to the pre-1926 Parker. As you would expect, the new CZ feels a little chunky in comparison, but I really didn't notice it shouldering and firing at clay birds. Both pointed naturally and smoked birds. Should note that I was running a Champion Whirlybird for the first time, and it really sends those clays. So these weren't gimmes.
I do love those old doubles, but I was really pleased with the CZ. Guess which one cost less!
I do love those old doubles, but I was really pleased with the CZ. Guess which one cost less!