14 April 2002, 03:55
<500 AHR>Monoblock Barrels
Now that I understand what a chopper lump barrel is what is a Monoblock (like Searcy uses)?
14 April 2002, 04:22
Andre MertensMonoblock is synonymous to sleeved barrels, the former "sounds" better. In French, chopper lumps are called "demi-bloc" (= half block).
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Andr�
14 April 2002, 04:30
<500 AHR>Andre,
I have heard that the Chapius double have barrels that are machined from single steel billet. In other words, the regulation is machined into the barrels since they are in fact a single steel block. Do you know if this is true or simply some misguided (or deceitful) sales hype.
Todd E
14 April 2002, 05:41
Andre MertensI know and they also claim to use a laser beam to regulate barrels. I don't believe a word of it. I never met a Chapuis rifle, S/S or O/U that shot the way I like. Of course, to each his personal standards but when I want the barrels shooting together, I mean "together" and not 10 cm distant. Considering the skill demanded in building a quality double, there's no such thing as an cheap one. If a good one is too expensive (true, they're not for everybody, same as a Mercedes or a Porsche), one would be best inspired to buy the best (custom) bolt-action his budget can afford.
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Andr�
14 April 2002, 06:21
<500 AHR>Andre,
What are you thoughts regarding Francotte's doubles?
14 April 2002, 20:56
Andre MertensOnce upon a time Francotte was among the very best, that was 30 years ago. IMHO, Lebeau-Courally may arguably be the present best, and fully equal to the older Purdey or H&H (same prices too). Check this site and I'd be surprised if it doesn't impress you :
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Andr�
16 April 2002, 02:14
aHunterAndr�, "demi-bloc" sure sounds better than "chopper lump"!!
Hermann
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