On Ebay now: Boss & Co leather shotgun case, No Reserve …

On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set
On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set

I just put this nice, original Boss & Co leather shotgun case on Ebay. The auction started at $1 and there’s NO RESERVE on it. The listing ends this Wednesday, 2/24, @ 10:00PM EST.

Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set: Made for a 12g SxS with 2 sets of barrels. Good leather and stitching throughout. Missing 1 exterior corner bumper (see pics). No straps. Handle is tight & secure. Brass locking clasp work great (NO KEY THOUGH). Barrel compartments are 29” long. Stock compartment is 21” long.

On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set
On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set
On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set
On Ebay now: Boss & Co, London, genuine leather shotgun case for 2-barrel set

On Ebay now: 3 nice gun cases ….

I put these leather cases on Ebay the other day. They’re all in solid, usable condition, and would be a great compliment to your vintage shotgun. Let me now if you have any questions.

Vintage Westley Richards & Co leather shotgun case for a 20-gauge side-by-side –$1 START, NO RESERVE

Vintage Westley Richards & Co leather shotgun case for a 20-gauge side-by-side --$1 START, NO RESERVE 
Vintage Westley Richards & Co leather shotgun case for a 20-gauge side-by-side –$1 START, NO RESERVE
Vintage Westley Richards & Co leather shotgun case for a 20-gauge side-by-side --$1 START, NO RESERVE 
Vintage Westley Richards & Co leather shotgun case for a 20-gauge side-by-side –$1 START, NO RESERVE

Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun case, vintage — $1 START, NO RESERVE

Leather Leg O'Mutton Shotgun case, vintage -- $1 START, NO RESERVE
Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun case, vintage — $1 START, NO RESERVE

Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case for 20-gauge, 2-Barrel Set — $1 START, NO RESERVE

Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case for 20-gauge, 2-Barrel Set
Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case for 20-gauge, 2-Barrel Set

On Ebay now: Vintage leather leg o’mutton shotgun case …

Vintage mutton leg shotgun case -- on Ebay now
Vintage mutton leg shotgun case — on Ebay now

This nice looking leg o’mutton case is on Ebay now. The listing ends tomorrow at Monday, 2:43PM, EST. So if you like it, bid away.

BTW: I’ve bought a couple cases from this seller. He’s first rate, and the cases I bought from him were just as described and very nice.

Vintage mutton leg shotgun case. No Makers name but it looks just like a RedHead case that I have. The is a compact case and will hold barrels up to 26.25″ long. The leather and stitching are in very good condition with no issues. See pictures for accurate description and condition. Please see my other items for more vintage shotgun accessories.

 

 

On Ebay now: A modern leather leg o’mutton case …

Vintage rare Holland (Mulholland) Leather 31 INCH Gun Case Leg-O-Mutton
Vintage rare Holland (Mulholland) Leather 31 INCH Gun Case Leg-O-Mutton

Here’s another nice looking leather leg’ o mutton case. This is a newer style. It was probably made in the 30 years or so, and it doesn’t have the rigid exterior you see in older models. It does appears to be in excellent original condition, though. The listing ends Tuesday, 9/8, @ 4:29PM EST.

Vintage rare Holland (Mulholland) Leather 31 INCH Gun Case Leg-O-Mutton: Nice rare vintage Leg-O-Mutton leather take down shotgun/rifle case marked Made in USA, Holland Sport. This case is in great shape showing just a few character marks from light use over the years and with a little polish can probably be made to look near perfect. Al the stitching is solid and the interior felt is in perfect condition. This is a rare example from this maker and is rarely seen on the market.

Vintage rare Holland (Mulholland) Leather 31 INCH Gun Case Leg-O-Mutton
Vintage rare Holland (Mulholland) Leather 31 INCH Gun Case Leg-O-Mutton

On Ebay now: Another nice Leg O’Mutton case …

VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID ANN NICE. BRAUER BROS
VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID AND NICE. BRAUER BROS

Here’s another nice looking leg o’mutton case — perfect for your vintage double. It’s on Ebay now with a Buy it Now price of $89.50 and the listing ends Wednesday, 8/26, @ 5:09PM.

BTW: Be sure you take a look at all the pics on Ebay before you buy it.

VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID AND NICE. BRAUER BROS: Here is a vintage Brauer Brothers all leather gun case. Marked with their stamp on the end along with “MOOSE BRAND” and “St. Louis, Mo.” and their moose head logo. The leather is soft and pliable and the case is clean inside and out. All the stitching is sound as you can see in the photos. The closing strap has been replaced and it works fine.  The case is  payment. 34″ x 9″ x 3″ thick. It will hold 32″ barrels easily. My 30″ model 12 fits loose. This is as solid and sound a vintage case as I have owned.

VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID ANN NICE. BRAUER BROS
VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID AND NICE. BRAUER BROS
VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID ANN NICE. BRAUER BROS
VINTAGE LEG O MUTTON LEATHER GUN CASE. VERY SOLID AND NICE. BRAUER BROS

On Ebay now: An awesome oak & leather Huey motorcase …

Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun

Here’s you chance to get a deal on a really nice case. This is a Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase. It’s on Ebay now, and the listing ends in about 35 hours.

I was told that it’s set up for 28″ bbls, and that it will work with a SxS or an OU.

Huey Guncases builds  the nicest guncases in the US. To get a new one set up like this, they’ll charge you about $3000.

Motorcases were developed by the Brits in the ’20s. As car travel became more popular, people were looking for gun cases that fit in the small trunks of early automobiles.

 

Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun
Marvin Huey Oak & Leather Motorcase for a 12g Shotgun

 

 

On Ebay now: Genuine James Woodward & Sons shotgun cases…

Original label on the  James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Original label on the James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case

Own a best-quality British shotgun? Here’s the perfect place to store it. The rare James Woodward & Sons shotgun cases below are on Ebay now. Both are being offered at No Reserve.

Brady and other companies in the UK built cases like these for Woodward, Westley Richards, Purdey, and other makers. When a customer ordered a gun, the case was optional (so were the accessories). Most makers offered cases in different qualities. Oak & Leathers were the best, the most expensive, and the most durable. They were also the heaviest. The all-leather cases were rugged, but a bit smaller and several pounds lighter.

The cases you see here are in great shape, and because they include their original labels and some of their original Woodward accessories, both are incredible finds.

ON EBAY NOW: Genuine James Woodward & Sons Oak & Leather O/U Shotgun Case — NO RESERVE!

Original  James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Original James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case

ON EBAY NOW: Genuine James Woodward & Sons Leather O/U Shotgun Case — NO RESERVE!

Original  James Woodward & Sons Leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Original James Woodward & Sons Leather Over Under Shotgun Case

On Ebay now: Three great leather gun cases…

Leather Von Lengerke & Detmold Deluxe Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case
Leather Von Lengerke & Detmold Deluxe Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case

A great shotgun deserves great gun case. Here are three great gun cases on Ebay now. If you’re looking for the perfect vintage case for your favorite double, one of these may be it. All three were made in the UK for American sporting good companies.

This leather Von Lengerke & Detmold Deluxe Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case is from around World War 1. Back then and through the 1920s, Von Lengerke & Detmold was one of the top sporting goods store in NYC. They would have supplied leather cases like this with best fine shotguns like a Charles Daly Diamond or Regent Diamond or a J.P. Sauer Deluxe.

12 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
12 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
12 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
12 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
20 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
20 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
20 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories
20 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Original Accessories

Abercrombie & Fitch bought V, L & D in 1929, and then went on to be one of the world’s most famous outdoors store until they closed in 1976.

-12 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Accessories

-20 gauge Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Side-by-Side Shotgun Case + Accessories

These Abercrombie & Fitch cases are from the 1950s, and they were best-quality lightweight leather models in their day. These two are especially nice because they come with their original A & F snaps caps, two-piece cleaning rods and cleaning accessories.

Wow – what a Woodward. A Round Body 12 gauge Over-Under…

WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN
WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN

James Woodward & S0ns is a mysterious maker. Even though they made some of the finest double barrel SxSs and O/Us to come out of the UK, not a lot is known about the company.

In business from 1874 to 1948, Woodward created several influential designs, like the Woodward Automatic, a hammerless sidelock shotgun that cocked “autmatically” when you opened the shotgun, and in 1913 the Woodward-style over-under shotgun. Somewhere in the history of the Woodward O/U, the round-body action was introduced.

No one know why Woodward added this option to their O/Us. The London gun trade was brutally competitive. Makers were always looking for novel ways to set their guns apart. I suspect this is why Woodward introduced the round-body styling to their O/U shotguns. But like a things Woodward, we’ll never know if that’s the truth.

WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN
WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN

What we do know for certain is that this is an exceptional shotgun. It’s also exceptionally rare. I bet Woodward made fewer than 20 round-body over unders. I’ve seen 6-7 of them, and the one below is the finest one, by far. It’s coming up at Julia’s Auction next week. So if you like what you see, get your bids in today.

RARE AND FINE WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 7173. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29-1/8″ Demi-bloc bbls with solid, file cut rib are engraved “James Woodward & Sons. 29. Bury Street. St. James’s. London. England.” on left side of top bbl. Right side of top bbl and bottom of bottom bbl are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened, round body, low profile, OU action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and non-selective single trigger. Action is engraved with well cut, classic, small, shaded scroll with rose bouquet highlights. “J Woodward & Sons” is in parchment scrolled device at front of each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Woodward’s” and “Under & Over” in arches around recess cut for forend iron, which is engraved “Patent”. SN is on tang of scroll engraved small bowed trigger guard. Fully marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip

WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN
WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN

buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over leather faced, thin, red pad. Standard point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. Toe line with gold oval engraved “G.P.” is shaped with about 3/16″ negative camber giving racy swept look. One piece matching ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom -.729. Bore restrictions: top -.036 (Full), bottom -.037 (Full). Wall thickness: top-.024, bottom -.025. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Makers oak and leather case with brass corners and leather trimmed canvas outer cover, is embossed with an early owner’s name on rectangular inset leather label on top. Leather is additionally embellished with embossed line borders with fleur-di-lis highlights. Interior is lined in scarlet cloth with gold embossed black leather Woodward label in lid. Case contains pair of A & F marked snap caps, red morocco wallet with cleaning brushes inside, 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod with mop, Turk’s head and jag. There are also an A & F marked square oil bottle, hard rubber striker block, and the key.

PROVENANCE: Abercrombie & Fitch hang tags with specifications and known information.

WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN
WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN

CONDITION: Excellent. Action retains 90 – 95% of its orig bright case hardening color, silvered on sharp edges. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Top lever and forend iron show only slight silvering to their orig bright blue. Trigger guard re-blued, and retains essentially all of that blue, engraving still sharp. Stocks retain nearly all of a factory quality oil finish with some light marks and a small scuff in forend checkering. Pad added after making, as cut off piece of buttstock with checkered butt is in case. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on

WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN
WOODWARD ROUND BODY OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY GAME GUN

face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works, but is a bit sticky (probably needs cleaning). Case leather is very fine with some slight darkening and rubs. Straps and handle are fine. Canvas outer cover has rubs and discoloration, leather trim also rubbed, with some slight tatters. Straps are good. Interior cloth is fine with some areas patched, lightly soiled, and marked by gun and accessories. Accessories are good. By SN, one of the last guns to leave Woodward’s after being taken over by Purdey’s. Records indicate it was delivered in 1949, so was most likely finished by Purdey’s. Round body Woodward O/Us are very rare. This may be one of the finest extant. Estimate: $30,000-$50,000

Genuine Woodward gun cases – perfect for your vintage O/U…

Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case

Old gun cases fascinate me as much as old firearms. The dings in the leather, the name embossed on the lid, the oil and powder stains in the baize lining, and the musty smell when you first lift the lid — that’s the tease before you get to the main show of the gun itself.

The two cases you see here are from James Woodward & Sons. Ones all leather and the other is an oak & leather. Both were made for O/Us, and they contain a mix of accessories. They’ve never been recovered or relined, and the labels are 100% original.

Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case

Woodward opened his shop in 1874, and he made all sorts of guns until his name and designs to Purdey in 1948. In 1913, Woodward introduced his most beautiful shotguns – the Woodward-patent Under & Over gun. You can see on the labels that these cases you see here were made to hold two of those famous shotguns.

Both of these cases are for sale. If you’re interested in them, drop me a note for full details & prices.

Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case
Genuine James Woodward & Sons oak & leather Over Under Shotgun Case

 

On Ebay now: a beautiful Heiser leg o’mutton shotgun case…

H.H. Heiser Leg O'Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O’Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case on Ebay

If you follow this blog at all, you know how much I like H.H. Heiser’s shotgun. From 1874 – 1955, the Hermann H. Heiser Saddlery Co. of Denver, Co., made some of the finest saddles, shooting accessories, and leather goods in the country.

Today, items by H.H. Heiser’s s are very collectible. The leather, basketweave leg o’mutton you see here was one of Heiser’s more popular products, and I can’t imagine a classier was to transport and protect a vintage side-by-side shotgun.

Most leg o’mutton cases were made with a thin leather exterior, a cardboard middle to give the case its shape, and a lightweight wool lining. But not Heisers. Their cases are made from saddle-grade leather throughout, and the finishing on all the details is excellent. And that’s why these cases command such premium prices today.

H.H. Heiser Leg O'Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O’Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O'Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O’Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O'Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case
H.H. Heiser Leg O’Mutton Double Barrel Shotgun Case

On Ebay now: Nice Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Cases…

These classic leather leg o’mutton shotgun cases are the gentlemanly way to carry your vintage double barrel shotgun into the field. This first one is the oldest of the two.

V.L. & A SPORTING GOODS, CHICAGO, ILL. Leather Leg O'Mutton Shotgun Case
V.L. & A SPORTING GOODS, CHICAGO, ILL. Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case

It was retailed by Von Lengerke & Antoinne, or V L & A , of Chicago, IL. From 1891 and into the 1930s, V L & A retailed all sorts of firearms to all sort of people in the Chicago area.  In fact, two of the  Colt Thompson Machine Guns used in Al Capone’s infamous St. Valentine’s Day massacre were delivered to their notorious owners by Von Lengerke & Antoinne.

This second case was made by Brauer Bos of St. Louis, MO. This case looks pretty much new, so if may be better for a younger double like a 20g Browning Superposed and a small bore Winchester Model 21.

Brauer Bros Leather Leg O'Mutton Shotgun Case
Brauer Bros Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case

On Ebay now: a vintage Abercrombie & Fitch shotgun case…

Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun case
Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun case

It’s hard to believe, but Abercrombie & Fitch used to be one of America’s premier outfitters. Their old flagship store in Manhattan used to have an entire floor dedicated to shotguns and rifles.

They also carried leather shotgun cases like this one on Ebay now. This A&F case is what’s know as a “VC” or compact, and  it was made by Bryant – a well know English leather goods maker. It’s a nice, solid case, fully wool lines, and pretty rugged. On top of that, it has a great vintage look. This is a double-clasp model, which makes it a bit harder to find. It also has it’s original – another plus. To give you sense of what this one is worth, here’s another one that a dealer has listed for $895.

BTW: the other case that the seller is offering in the same listing is way too small to be for a fly-rod. It looks like a scope case to me.

Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun case
Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun case
Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun case
Leather Abercrombie & Fitch Shotgun & Scope case

 

 

On Ebay now: great gun cases…

Vintage gun case for vintage doubles — that’s really the only way to go. If you have an old side-by-side or over-and-under, it deserves to be carried around in a leather case that’s just as cool & classy as it is. Here are two cases on Ebay right now that would be perfect at the job.

This first case is a Heiser and probably the hardest to find of all the great American gun cases. Take a good look at it because you’ll probably never see one again (they’re that rare). This auction ends  Sep 04, 2012 17:24:17 PDT.

Heiser Shotgun Case for a pair of guns
Heiser Shotgun Case for a pair of guns

This next case is a classic Red Head.It’s not a Heiser, but it’s still a decent leather shotgun case. This auction ends Sep 02, 2012 17:38:08 PDT.

Vintage Red Head Leather Shotgun Case
Vintage Red Head Leather Shotgun Case

 

 

On Ebay: nice Red Head Leg O’Mutton shotgun case…

Red Head Leather Leg O'Mutton Shotgun Case
Red Head Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case

The classic way to carry your vintage side-by-side. This Red Head leather leg o’mutton case looks like it’s in excellent shape. It’s marked as being for 28 barrels. Bid soon – the auction ends on Jun 24, 201218:24:21 PDT.

Red Head Leather Leg O'Mutton Shotgun Case
Red Head Leather Leg O’Mutton Shotgun Case

On Ebay right now: a Couple nice gun cases…

Vintage cases are the perfect compliment to an old side-by-side or double barrel

Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Shotgun Case
Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Shotgun Case

shotgun. Here a couple nice ones on Ebay right now.

Abercrombie and Fitch tooled leather gun case. Perfect for a Browning Superposed. This case looks like it was made for an O/U with 2 sets of barrels — maybe a Browning Superposed.

Winchester Leg O’Mutton for 2 sets of bbls. This is pretty hard case to find. It would be perfect for a M21, 2-bbl set.

Winchester Leather Gun Case
Winchester Leather Gun Case

H.H. Heiser: The King of Guns Cases…

Leg o’Mutton gun cases go with American double barrels like peanut butter goes with honey. Shotgun retailers have been selling these cases for almost one hundred years. Most of the ones on the used market were made with a layer of fiberboard sandwiched between leather and felt. This fiberboard gives the cases their rigidity. Over time, this same fiberboard absorbs moisture, rots and collapses. Not good.

But not every maker used fiberboard. Some used molded leather. While this was a more expensive way to do it, the cases it produced were tougher and longer lasting. H.H. Heiser was a maker who used the all-leather construction technique. Today his cases are as prized as the old shotguns they were made to carry.

Heiser’s cases came in a variety of styles, each with their own finishes. I’ve picked up several of these cases over the years and I’m at the point now where I have a nice little collection of them. You can see them below.

BTW: two of these cases came from the same person: the plain-finished model and the carved model made for a single shotgun. The seller was a gentleman in Texas. I bought the carved case off from him a few years ago. He offered me the other case this summer, in remembrance of his father, who owned the case and enjoyed reading this blog.