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if the gun seems to be in good working order, I personally would not be hesitant to shoot it. I have an old trade gun which was probably made some time prior to WWII that still shoots well. I use 2 3/4" #6 or less and do not use any of the extended range shells or hevi-shot but I have not had any problems with it. have shot crows, rabbit, rats, wild cats, squirrell, etc. with it. the first time I took it out I made sure that I cleaned it real well and that the barrel and action were in good working order and I pointed it at a clump of grass and turned my head a little sideways. the gun went off without incident and I have had no problems. I am not offering a professional opinion but simply an opinion of someone who grew up shooting old champion, ajax and bay state shotguns. trade guns were inexpensive (and still are not worth anything) but they have put a lot of meat on the table through the years.
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