Originally Posted by
SeriousStudent
I have done that multiple times, after investing in a set of the proper hones, oil and a low-speed cordless drill. It does help a great deal.
People tend to shoot crappy ammo in a rough chamber, and never clean it. That frequently leads to extraction woes.
Polishing the chamber helps a great deal, as well as not shooting crappy ammo. I switched over to the Winchester AA loads for classes. It goes on sale for around $80 a case during bird season, and I grab a few cases then.
I've got two Wingmasters, two Police Magnums, and an Express that has been basically torn apart and rebuilt into a Wingmaster. The Express was free to me.
I'd never buy an Express when you can find a used Wingmaster or Police Magnum for under $300 if you look around just a little. I only buy used Remington Police Magnums or Wingmasters these days.
Hope that helps.
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