Jim, I am sorry to read of Danielle's loss. Condolences to Danielle (and family). Fire looks like a fine horse and friend that will be missed very much.
The "O" ring gas seals on the 1100 and 11-87 shotguns were considered a standard replacement part back when I used to shoot registered skeet and trap. I carried both spare "O" rings and spare steel rings when I used those shotguns during competitive shoots.
The "O" rings are available from...
Here are the final specs on the 6.5-284 Norma build:
Barrel
Stainless Steel
1:8 Twist rate
Brux No. 3 contour – 26”. These have 4 groove, cut rifling.
Thicker & hardened recoil lug
Pin recoil lug to action
Pacific Tool & Gauge T23207 6.5-284 Norma Match Finish Chamber Reamer
No threading for...
For brass cartridge reloading, I bought a RCBS Rock Chucker around 1980 and am still using it today. I have no idea of how many cartridges I have loaded on it.
For shot shell reloading I bought Mec single stage loaders in the 1970's and then the Mec Grabber progressive reloaders when they...
Patrick, I have been thinking about what Jim would say to her to convince her that you should buy it. It finally dawned on me that he would tell her that you are buying "for her"... ;)