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Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?

Posted by Jon Ozanne on December 19, 2025, 8:08 pm

Does anyone know if the action is wider on the 3” long range models compared to other models? I know the receiver and barrels are reinforced but I was wondering if it requires a larger stock to be fit on the action. Im looking to find one to shoot trap with since I shoot LC Smiths well and I like a little extra weight. I would think it will hold up real well just shooting target loads.
If there is no dimensional difference, I will just pick up a regular frame field grade longer barrels.

Re: Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?

Posted by Drew Hause on December 20, 2025, 6:59 am, in reply to "Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?"

All the LRWF were built on the Regular frame Jon

Nice illustration: L LRWF Specialty, middle Regular frame Field, R FW Field with SSP rib

David Williamson has measured dimensions should be along.

It has been observed that the LRWF do have a bit more wood in the head of the stock fingers.

Re: Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?

Posted by Tom Garver on December 20, 2025, 7:45 am, in reply to "Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?"

Jon, please email me at cedarclyffelodge@gmail.com and I will send you a copy of the research letter on my Long Range 12 gauge.

Re: Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?

Posted by Brian Kirkpatrick on December 21, 2025, 7:23 pm, in reply to "Long Range and Waterfowler frame size?"

My long range frame appears externally dimensionally identical to my regular frame

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