RE: New 12-Bore jaeger Rifle
Thanks! I hadn't considered the shot load idea, but it would probably work for short range shooting, as the rifling twist is 1/78", so the shot charge might not disperse too rapidly.
There are 7000 grains in a pound, so this rifle actually carries 11.7 balls per pound - just a little bigger than a 12 bore, but close enough to be called a 12, I guess.
I haven't weighed it yet, but guess it is around 10 pounds - a sling will be mandatory, but the extra weight helps hold the recoil down. I have fired it a couple of times with 150 grains of Swiss FFg, and while the recoil was "noticeable", it was not too obnoxious. Not nearly as punishing as my Ruger No. 1 in .45/70 with a stiff load. Must be that big ol' broad butt spreads the recoil around some.....