:D Thanks to all who commented and I have decided to shoot it and see how she does before deciding to make a nice wall hanger. The barrel actually cleaned up pretty good inside, and the ring is noticeable, but not intrusive. I will try to post how she did. I have learned a little more and appreciate...

Yesterday, I acquired a Colt Lightning rifle in 44-40. The old gal was made in 1891 and she has a bulge about 12 inches down the round barrel. I looked in the bore and there is a ring where the bulge is. The barrel measure 22.5 inches which does not match what I have studied on. I would like to have...