I have had folks ask why a No1 for-end couldn't be slimmed down like a British single shot. Well here is one that I am just finishing sanding and I think it is quite petite and feels really nice in the hand.
[IMG]http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k583/michaeljt1/slimruger015_zpsa6627003.jpg"> [/IMG]

Looks interesting. Please show some pictures when you're finished.

Very nice!! Keep the pics coming. I much prefer the looks and handling of a slimmer forend.

this is about as small a forend as i want

I have a No 1 reworked by MV Highsmith, a Memphis gunsmith. He cut down a big No 1B fore end to a British style and added a horn tip. It's my favorite.