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We live in an off-the-rack world. But you’re one of a kind, right? So sometimes it’s nice to have something that’s made just for you. I think that explains some of the popularity behind upgraded and customized classic American shotguns. Gunsmiths like Dewey Vicknair and Dennis Potter have earned a following for this kind of work. When you see the guns they’re creating, it’s easy to understand why.

A Fox Sterlingworth is an excellent platform for this kind of work. Upgraded or made into something fully custom, a Sterlie is a simple, elegant shotgun that can be taken in a lot of directions. With a little work, the one you see here could be turned into the perfect grouse and upland gun. With a lot of work, it could be turned into your own custom masterpiece, a shotgun that is as close to perfect as you care to make it.

Here’s more about this SxS from the seller:

A H Fox Phil. Sterlingworth 16 Gauge 30″ Barrels: Choked Extra Full & Full, Excellent Blue, Mirror Bores. On face, locks up like a vault. No case color. Pistol grip stock, splinter forearm, excellent wood and checkering. Original grip cap and butt plate. 1 3/4″ X 3 1/4″ X 14 1/8″, 6 1/4lbs. Made in 1916 Price: $1350.00

Fox’s Sterlingworth shotguns have always been one of the biggest bargains in American doubles.  The one you see here is a great looking shotgun, and it looks like it’s going to go at a price that makes it a deal. If you like the looks of it, get on it now, this online auction ends tomorrow, 7/29/2013, @ 11:41:32 AM ET.

Here’s more about the shotgun from the seller:

Utica Sterlingworth 16 gauge Double Barrel Shotgun: In original condition. 28″ barrels choked I/C & Mod ( letter says M/F) good bluing with a worn area at the muzzle. stock has been cut 1/2″ from 14 to 13 1/2″ LOP (per letter)to a RedHead pad. top lever is slightly left of center but is still very tight on lockup. A lot of Case Color left. Has extractors