So I have the Zoli 10 gauge (.765). It apparently has some pitting in the bore and I'm thinking of having it relined to 12 or 20 gauge. I like that big bore, but it's kind of an odd duck in my collection. Having the bore size consistent with my other guns would make life a little easier. What do you think? Thanks
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Relining A Big Bore Shotgun
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Bobby Hoyt might be able to do that for you. Personally if it were mine and it’s safe to shoot I would keep it 10 gauge
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I agree with Stank!
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Only if the pitting is very very bad, most times it will not hurt anything to shoot it as is. I would worry about the increase in weight.
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Phil Coffins
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Lining it to 20 gauge would make it rather heavy and muzzle heavy to boot.
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Light to moderate pitting will not hurt anything. I have an unmentionable 20 gauge I use in the wood hauler truck, pitted a bit, never clean it. It patterns fine.
