Good remaining colors and bluing. It can easily be opened, Hammerguns - This great eight is in great condition! However, theyve only been modernized in the last two centuries. Field ready for what? RST makes 2-inch shells in case you worry about chamber length, as well as lower-pressure shells for those who worry about 100-year-old wood and metal. Have you recently come across some antique objects in your grandparents old suitcase? 29.5 inch barrels Full and Full. 1. Barrels are 30". Search. Tight on face and ready for the field. The Fox design was simple with less moving parts and coil springs. Damascus barrels. MSG411 CHARLES DALY DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS SHOTGUN [A] $6,950.00 MSG844 ITHACA SINGLE BARREL TRAP 12 GAUGE $2,100.00 MSG1160 PHILADELPHIA MANUFACTURED GUN MARKED "KRIDER" 8 GAUGE [A] $8,500.00 MR1465 UNMARKED AMERICAN MADE PERCUSSION 16 GAUGE BY 40 CALIBER DOUBLE COMBINATION GUN [A] $3,875.00 It says W. Richards on it. Lefever Arms Co: Introduced in 1883, these side-by-sides are part boxlock, part sidelock, and the first commercially successful hammerless shotguns made in the United States. French Pinfire 16Ga This 100+ year old shotgun features Damascus barrels, an even brown patina on all metal, and all metal except the barrels is covered with Gold line and Silver dot inlays, Dolphi .Click for more info Seller: DENVER GUN ROOM Area Code: 303 $3,000.00 NEW THIS WEEK! $1,096.18 CZ Hammer Classic Side By Side Shotgun 12 Gauge 30" Barrel 2 Round Capacity 3" C. $1,099.00 TriStar Bristol Silver SxS 16 Gauge Break Action Shotgun $961.01 CZ Bobwhite G2 Southpaw 20 Gauge SXS Shotgun $758.94 L. C. Smith shotguns were true sidelocks. Autoloader. Just a rabbit eared double barrel that the breech opens for loading cartridges. 15 1/8 LOP recoil pad. It looks great, but Ill say this: I only ran two 3-inch magnums loads through this gun for a reason, and high ammo prices wasnt it. This is an original antique circa 1875-1880 double-barreled shotgun with original 18 inch barrels commonly known as a "coach gun". Despite its old school features, its still a plenty effective defensive workhorse inside 30 yards, while also being a tangible glimpse into gun history. Owning old guns like these admittedly isnt for everyone. I think they are legal for Turkey hunting! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Colt 1878 Hammer 12 GA "Wells Fargo" Shotgun S/N 21740XX, "Parker DHE Damascus Shotgun 12 Gauge (AS49), L.C. Bores are excellent. They came as ready-made guns from factories or were cut down from longer barreled hunting guns by individuals or gunsmiths, as needed. Barrels, Top opener with 30 inch Damascus pattern barrels that have shiny excellent bores. The double barrel shotgun has majorly changed since its invention. COLT MODEL 1883. Pigeon guns are popular now as they make a great hammer sporting clay gun. Since I only have one repeating shotgun that runs the little shotshells reliably, I had a good amount in the ammo drawer after a year and a half of very careful and limited range sessions, so I put them to good use. Barrels retain a good amount of the original Damascus pattern still evident with some darkness to it. L. C. Smiths are graceful, slender and pleasing to the eye, but the sidelock design compromised the strength of the stock, and many of them have cracked or repaired stocks. 14 3/8 LOP to curved wood. "38 Super Auto 130gr. It might feel blasphemous to add a recoil pad to a gun like this, but if youre going to be shooting it a lot on the regular, its probably worth it. I often wonder who will be the next owners of my favorite little Sterlingworth after Im gone. This double-barrel 12-gauge shotgun features two fully functioning external hammers and a double . Smaller gauges progressively cost more, with 20-gauge guns generally bringing at least twice the price of a 12 gauge. The Hammer Coach shotgun from CZ is a modern version of a classic exposed hammer 12-gauge side-by-side. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. Rustless Metal Case by Peters. The Continental Hammer gun, 10ga, 32" barrels, Full and Full chokes, Double triggers, extractors. Charles Daly High Quality Hammer Gun 12 ga. SIACE Hammer Sidelock sxs 20 Ga., 28" bls. The Federal Shorty #4 Buck and slug rounds do an impressive amount of damage at in-the-room distances with little kick. After identifying the manufacturer of the shotgun, all you have to do is search for the model in an antique product catalog, or a forum that specializes in shotgun identification. Sometimes referred to by SxS, the side-by-side. Many European manufacturers, especially those in Belgium and Great Britain, were also making them. Was it used in the war of 1812? Some of the most valuable brands include Parker, L.C. Still, the origin of the shotgun shouldnt change its value significantly. Original and untouched in every respect. Stoeger Condor Field 20 Gauge Over/Under Shotgun 26" 31035. In higher grades, the side plates allowed more room for engraving, and they have a strong following. $399.99. Nevertheless, they used different extractors and ejectors which changed the style of reloading on different shotguns. To open a second Purdey patent thumb lever is incorporated. This well-maintained side-by-side from 1892 sports 30 Damascus barrels. 10 Most Valuable Lefton China Pieces (Rarest Sold For $1,295), Antique Cast Iron Stoves Value (Rarest & Most Valuable is Selling for $24,500), 1920 Singer Sewing Machine Value (Rarest Sold For $3,000), Most Valuable 1934 20 Dollar Bill (Rarest Sold For $40,800), 4 Most Valuable Antique Typewriter (Rarest Sold For $110,059), Antique Ruby Rings Value (Rarest & Most Valuable Sold For $2.6 Million), Antique Cast Iron Toy Value (Rarest & Most Valuable Sold For $13,500), Top 10 Antique Stores in Connecticut [Update 2023], THE 10 BEST Pennsylvania Antique Stores (with Photos), 10 Best Antiques Near Me in Fort Worth, TX, The 13 Most Valuable Disney Pins (Rarest Sold For $10,000), Most Valuable Rare Hummel Figurines (Rarest Sold For $5000+), 1941 Penny Value Chart (Worth Million Dollars? A staple of the Old American West, Impact Guns carries a wide variety of side-by-side, double barrel, shotgun designs. No Maker's Name found. Choked cylinder and modified with mirror bores. While other makers designated their grades using letters, L. C. Smith guns used names from Field to Deluxe, with only 30 Deluxe guns being built. I believe it is from the early 1800's. The specs for an Old West coach gun are fairly liberal yet specific. bar in wood ~ These are so rare! ID # 7162 Make JAMES PURDEY & SONS Model Underlever Hammer Express Configuration Double Rifle Gauge / Caliber .450/.400 3 1/4 BPE Price $15000. Bores are also in great shape. The timeless design of the dowel twin shotgun combined with technical resistance makes it possible to find that even old-fashioned double-shotguns are in no way inferior to the more modern shotguns. On the American frontier, long-barreled shotguns, to the tune of 36 inches, served as game getters, while shorter versions were reserved for defense from dangerous animals on four and two legs. Greener 8 bore Double in great condition ~ own a double gun with 36" barrels and weighs over 14 lbs.! Barrels are 30 inches with excellent bores. The first L.C. 5 turkey rounds I sacrificed for this review patterned surprisingly tight, printing dense 12-inch patterns with a couple fliers at 25 yards. Greener crossbolt. Right hammer needs repair; left hammer cocks are functions properly. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service. Instead, youll often find a replica or parts that were used in their manufacturing. Wood is mostly sound with a small crack coming off the bottom, This LC Smith Field Grade sports 28" barrels chambered for 16 gauge with 2.75" chambers and its chokes measure .627 and .637" (Mod/Full). Like a quality 1911, it needs a healthy breaking in period before it runs like it should. 2 3/4" CHAMBERS CHOKED I/C-MOD HAND FILED RIB,LEATHER COVER PAD,OUTSTANDING WOOD! The low-profile action enables, Charles Daly High Quality 12 ga. Hammer Gun. The most recent design was the NID or New Ithaca Double. The original Lefevers were both well made and innovative of design, and many consider them the pinnacle of American shotguns. The 20-inch barrels and overall length of 37.3-inch mean this shotgun is within the parameters of a coach gun while still being transferrable as a shotgun with no tax stamp or registration required. Time left: 5d 4h | Starting bid: US $51.00 [ 0 bids] Bid Amount - Enter US $51.00 or more. It has a slim and delicate grip, balances like something alive, and weighs just 6 pounds. When i tried to put the firing mechanism and side plates together I cant get the gun to function when I pull the triggers. Bakers were also sidelock guns, and they sold for a little less than the other brands, but they were very well finished both inside and out. Fully functional, pat June 30th 1885, An 1883 model Colt shotgun. Made in the 1870s at 128 Union Street Aberdeen Scotland. For a simple gun, the HC looks outstanding. http://www.westleyrichards.com/services/gun-histories, http://science.howstuffworks.com/flintlock2.htm, http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html. )Continue, Antique grandfather clocks are extremely popular among amateur and professional antiques collectors. Probably American made. Editors notes: Unfortunately, the selection of double barrel shotguns is not so large as with some other sellers. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Double barrel shotguns were being made centuries back. Lots of Barrel wall, Guns Listing ID: 49611The CZ Hammer Coach is designed like the cowboy guns of old to give shooters a Wild West feel. In fact, its a good idea to get any gun from this era checked out before shooting it. And, while the vast majority, Read More National Cash Register Value (Most Valuable Sold for $1800+)Continue, Teddy bears are some of the worlds most beloved toys. Something went wrong. 1880s SCARCE Antique COLT Model 1878 12 Gauge DB Side x Side HAMMER SHOTGUN CASEHARDENED Double Barrel Made in 1882 Here we present an antique Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, manuf .Click for more info Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Area Code: 314 $2,200.00 They can be used as they are, with the patina of their long years of service, or restored to look like they just came from the factory. Understanding the history of double-barrel shotguns is important in the evaluation of them, and is one of the reasons antique double barrel shotguns are still popular today, with avid buyers from around the globe looking for that perfect piece to add to their ever-growing collection. 30 inch barrels are bright on the inside and retain about 70% Damascus twist pattern on the exterior. Better let a hunter or an appraiser tell you whether its safe to use or not. Colt HARTFOR barrel rib address. Damascus pattern very clear. But hey, you could always get the barrels threaded for tubes by a gunsmith. First, look at the markings on the barrels. Even the field grades of these wonderful old guns were made with real hand craftsmanship, at the hands of men who truly cared about what they produced. Here we present an antique Parker Brothers Grade 0 Double Barrel 12 Gauge Hammer Shotgun .Click for more info. I would estimate this gun to be built in, W Williamson 16 sand street London best quality 12ga hammergun 30" extractor steel barrels Rebounding hammers Choked .008/.004 Bores measure .733/.729 reproofed at .733/.729 Minnimum w. ".22Long Rifle Xpert 40gr Lead Greased Bullets by Western. Condition (Poor). While these guns work well in the field, it should be remembered these older designs didnt have inertial firing pins or intercepting sears. I found an old double barrel shotgun action. NICE ANTIQUE! 14-1/4 LOP. Colt 1883 Side by Side, 12ga, 30" Double Trigger, Clean! to boot! 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These antique and vintage items may vary greatly as they were made by different manufacturers from different areas around the world. This gun was made in the late 1800s and is an outstanding example. Armi Famars, self cocking hammer gun, single trigger, 12 gauge, mod and full, 30 inch Barrels. Still, there were over 100 British manufacturers who made tens of thousands of double barrel shotguns. Browse Guns.com for popular brands, like Browning, CZ, Ithaca, Iver Johnson, Remington, Rock Island, Stoeger, TriStar, Winchester, and more. Locks work properly. It will perform just fine. The first thing that struck me was the quality of the Turkish walnut stock and how its stained just dark enough to perfectly match the gorgeous case hardening on the steel. You can find anything from the USA-made shotguns to Belgian-based manufacturers that shipped their shotguns to the USA. CZ-USA Sharp-Tail 20 Gauge SxS Break Action Shotgun 28" Double Barrel 3" Chamber. In order to participate in the GunBroker Member forums . Enter US $51.00 or more [ 0 bids] Place bid. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. His interests in shooting span from classic double shotguns to AR-15s, sniper rifles and competitive pistol shooting. Unknown Break Open Shotgun Hammer Iver Johnson? Create a Show & TellReport as inappropriate. The field grade was designated as the Sterlingworth. A similar story applies to eBay and Etsy where you can find some parts, leather bags and similar items, but not shotguns themselves. Earlier versions are not as strong as those of the other manufacturers, and, while they can still be used, they shouldnt be used with modern high-pressure ammunition on a regular basis. Barrel, PARKER BROS. VHE 12 GAUGE - 32" VENT RIB BARRELS WITH DUAL IVORY BEADS - PROPER REINFORCED BARREL LUG - CHOKED FULL ( .O39 ) / FULL ( .040 ) - RECEIVER RETAINS 80% OF, Hammerless solid rib SxS shotgun with single brass bead sight and double triggers. Bore are in good shape, just a bit of minor pitting, plenty s, COMPLETELY RESTORED 30" STEEL BARRELS 032 AND 034 2 3/4 NITRO PROOFS DOUBLE TRIGGER EXTRACTORS SPLINTER FOREARM ENGLISH GRIP 8LBS 2 OZ 1 3/4 DAH 1 5/16 DAC 14 1/2 LOP. Manufactured in the late 1870s, serial number 11102. Gun is in good condition with most original stock varnish. EL FAISON FOLDING SIDE LEVER SxS .410 HAMMERGUN, Charles Daly Prussian 10g. 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Imported by CBSS, serial 1263 has 28.5-inch barrels with a single bead, Teague flush choke tubes (5x: SK/IC/M/IM/F, wrench), 2.75-inch cha, #31974, Abbiatico & Salvinelli, (Famars) Gardone Val Trompia, Brescia Italy, A 12 Bore Ejector Back Action Sidelock Model Castore E. A. If you dont have the well-trained muscle memory to cock the hammers before shooting and to cock them after reloading, while also minding the manual safety and double triggers during a high-pressure, life-or-death defensive situation, a more modern double gun is a better choice. It looks as if someone put shellac over the barrels t, 1880s SCARCE Antique COLT Model 1878 12 Gauge DB Side x Side HAMMER SHOTGUN CASEHARDENED Double Barrel Made in 1882 Here we present an antique Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, manuf, Colt 1883 side by side, 12ga, 30" barrels. Montgomery Ward (marked L.C.Smith)SXS Sidelock Shotgun .12 Gauge. 956, Belgian proofs, 30 inch barrels, locks marked Manhattan Arms Co., Cased Colt Mod 1878 Hammer Double Barrel Cased Colt Mod 1878 Hammer Double Barrel Shotgun. The gun is in nice shape, and bores are clear, with some oxidation peppering. Its stamped with the number 158267. I have 3 parts . Beyond the fact that old double shotguns are the only handmade shotguns you can buy for less than $5,000, there are other rewards to owning old shotguns: Most vintage American double guns were so well made theyve survived for close to a hundred years without requiring a repair. On upland birds, I generally hunt with the gun open and only close it when the dog has pointed. Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Gun Digest the Magazine. SMITH Antique SIDE LOCK Double Barrel 12 GAUGE Hammer SHOTGUN Sporting/Hunting Shotgun Made Circa 1888, Forehand Arms ~ Boxlock Side by Side ~ 12 Gauge. If, for whatever reason, an exposed hammer shotgun is like an extension of your body, then by all means, make the Hammer Coach your home defense gun. View cart for details. Drop at comb is 2". Ive hunted with it all over the country and have taken everything from pheasants and ducks to bobwhite and Gambels quail. Game motif butplate. Wood shows some wear to the checkering. Top lever box lock action with extractor's and double triggers. If it's not, then look for other markings that might give you a clue as to when the gun was made. 2 1/2 inch chambers. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. pw-collector, . National Cash Register Value (Most Valuable Sold for $1800+), Antique Teddy Bears: Identifying, Valuing, and Buying (2023 Updated), Antique Iron Bed Frames: History, Identification And Value (2023 Updated). The pistol grip stock is checkered and the locks have some minimal engraving. ANTIQUE WEBLEY & SCOTT 12GA HAMMERGUN 30 BARRELS WITH MUCH ORIGINAL FINISH AND EXCELLENT STOCK DIMENSIONS GAME/CLAYS HAMMERGUN, AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE 30 IC/MOD BARRELS BEST QUALITY HAMMER GAME/LIGHT PIGEON GUN, WILLIAM CASHMORE 12GA NITRO PROOF HAMMERGUN 30 CYL/MOD BARRELS GREAT HANDLING ORIGINAL CONDITION HAMMERGUN, FRANCOTTE SIDELOCK HAMMER LIVE BIRD GUN 12 GAUGE, Joseph Haigs of 49 Saint James Street ~ 1878-1897 ~ a very nice small maker double, PURDEY, JAMES & SONS, LTD. Toplever Hammer Gun, W.R. Pape The Purdey of the North 12 Bore Backaction Hammergun with 30 Highly Figured Nitro Damascus Barrels Recently Refurbished in the UK, Famars Side by Side, Castore, Self Cocking Hammer gun, 20ga, 26, Frank Hipgrave 20 bore Bar Action Hammergun With 28-3/8 Nitro Damascus Barrels. In, This is a Utica Arms hammerless 12 ga with 2 chambers, 30 fine Twist barrels in good very good condition. Receiver has approximately 50% original case colors. The Golden age of American shotguns lasted only about 40 years, from about 1890 until the Great Depression. Factory finish on both wood and metal, still new in factory box, no one ever shot her! Save my name and email to use for future comments. :) I believe it is a rare/scarce item. Internally, they were more complicated than some other brands, but they were so well made they rarely have mechanical problems. with 35" barrels. Discussion Rikard Belgian Hammer Double Shotgun. The stock is very straight for rising birds, perhaps live pigeon. Cartridge Rifles 1860 Henry 1865 Spencer 1866 Lever Action 1873 Lever Action 1876 Lever Action 1883 Burgess . His company was known as "the Purdey of the North." Smith name until 1950. It has 28" Damascus barrels and is sold "as is" 12 Gauge, 30 inch and 28 inch barrels with fine bores. The tang mounted manual safety means you can safely have the hammers cocked and ready to fire in the field, which is great, but a lack of choke tubes limits its hunting applications. Produced in 10 and 12 gauge, the new "L.C. Compact smoothbores worked as great defensive tools for travelers on roads plagued by bandits and thieves. Damascus barrels are 30"" choked cylinder. CZ Hammer Classic 12 Ga, 30" Barrels, Turkish Walnut, Case Hardened/Black Chrome. If youre careful when checking out listings and have some experience purchasing double-barrel shotguns, you should be fine. Manufacture Liegeoise D' Armas Gold inlay letters on rib, barrels and top lever Original finish throughout 7 LBS 11 OZ 12 Gauge 28 1/4" Barrels Pigeon Rib Very smooth action and lock, Guns Listing ID: 1486Designed to look like the shotgun your father used but built to use modern ammunition the CZ Hammer Classic is an enjoyable hunting gun that can be passed on down to your children, Sold --Completely original not counterfeit like some online,! EARLY 1890S. Your email address will not be published. You tell me. Required fields are marked *. Get the latest news and reviews from Gundigest.com. Pre-1890 L.C. I believe it stands for Wesley Richards. Sixteen-gauge guns generally fall somewhere in between. H And A? 28' barrels choked M/M. There are a few things you can do to date old double barrel shotguns. View cart for details. Most antique grandfather clocks for, Read More Antique Grandfather Clocks Value: How Much Is My Grandfather Clock Worth?Continue, Every shop has a cash register, regardless of the type of retail. The wood in t, French Pinfire 16Ga This 100+ year old shotgun features Damascus barrels, an even brown patina on all metal, and all metal except the barrels is covered with Gold line and Silver dot inlays, Dolphi, Hammerguns - What a beautiful and well-made hammer gun by this small lesser-known English maker. The wood is sound but could if one wanted to improve it give it a new o, ORIGINAL REMINGTON MODEL 1889 HAMMER 16 GA. 2 SXS SHOTGUN CIRCA 1890S.