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May 28, 2023May 27, 2023 by Gregg

RIGBY 577/500 BPE- UNBELIEVABLE COND- MINT BORES- 95% ORIG CASE COLORS- MECHANICALLY APPEARS UNFIRED- 60% ENGRAVING- REBOUNDING LOCKS- SOLID as NEW: #16029, John Rigby & Co. Dublin & London: Listed With a Consecutive #16030 500/450: A Rigby Back Action Rebounding Hammer Jones Action Underlever 577/500 Black Powder Express Double Rifle with Outstanding Bore Condition, Made in 1889, 26″ Steel Extractor barrels, The barrels are marked “Case W. R. No. 2 Powder 132 Grains – Cannelured Bullet 400 Grains”, Full length rib with 1 standing & 1 folding platinum lined rear sights, Proofed in London, Rebounding locks, Carved percussion fences, Swing lever forend release, Horn grip cap, Sling eyes, 14 3/4″ LOP over a full face checkered steel buttplate, 10 lbs., Very nice wood with nice color & contrast, The wood is as stout both in the butt and forend as the day it was made; 60% coverage of period scroll engraving that remains sharp and crisp that includes the hammers, top strap, opening lever, trigger guard and forend, This superb conditioned classic has 95% absolute original case colors remaining, The barrels retain an honest 90% original black, The buttstock and forend have been professionally re-oiled, Another very strong point to this gun is the bores look exactly like the day it left Rigby and have the appearance as being brand new, Every screw is engraved and they all remain at 98%, The breech face has 100% case colors remaining, The nose of the strikers still have 100% of the heat blue, The retainer nuts for the strikers still have 100% heat blue, This gun honestly appears that it could be unfired. Here is first rate quality, style, grace, workmanship, handling, and Rigby romance from a great period at the pinnacle of sporting guns in the last years of the 19th century. As many of you know, I have seen my fair share of period black powder express double rifles but not many are as mechanically stout as this piece with bores that look like they did in 1889 and the day it walked out of Rigby. This gun has a consecutive numbered, #16030, 500/450 BPE with bores that are Excellent Plus and a super piece of wood. Price: $15,750

Arrieta SLE 28ga 2-3/4″Shell 29″bbl SxS Shotgun: A lovely Arrieta SLE 28ga side-by-side shotgun. This shotgun features a sidelock round-action Holland-type action from Arrieta, with full coverage engraving, deep blue barrels and checkered walnut stock and forend. The shotgun is in excellent working condition with brilliant bores, tight barrels, perfect ejection and only minor finish wear in small areas. This is a stunning little bird gun! Model: SLE Serial Number: 570320807 Chambers: 2-3/4 Ejectors: Auto Triggers: Double Stock Comb: 1-1/2″ Stock Heel: 2-1/4″ Stock Cast: 1/8″ Cast Off Butt Pad: Rubber LOP: 14-1/4 Weight: 6lbs Choke Left: Mod Choke Right: IC Engraving: Full Coverage Scroll Case: No Item Location: Orvis Pursell Farms Price: $6,500

CSMC RBL 28ga SxS Boxlock Shotgun: Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company: RBL-28 Reserve 28 gauge 2-3/4″ chambers 28″ Barrels Choked IC/MOD Gold plated double triggers Automatic ejectors English grip stock Splinter forearm Engraved with scrollwork and Pointing dogs Fitted Canvas Case with all the accessories LOP: 14-1/4″ to Front 13-1/4″ to back DAC: 1-1/2″ DAH: 2-1/2″ Cast for RH Weight: 5.4 Lbs Price: $4,395

J. Beattie Pinfire Double rifle – Damascus Barrels – Antique Extremely Rare Pinfire Double Rifle: Here is a very beautiful Pin Fire double rifle made by J. Beattie. It has fine detailed english style engraving all over the action, hammers, and trigger guard. It has a comfortable english style stock and comes up nicely. The barrel is 26 inches and is made of damascus steel and has leaf sights engraved with gold marked at 100, 150 and 200 yards. The gun is in very good shape for its age and opens smoothly and releases the hammers as it should. The bore condition is excellent and is about .43 caliber but we didn’t chamber cast it so we not sure exactly. Thanks for looking! Price: $3,195

Beretta Orvis Uplander 20ga 26″/28″ 2 Barrel Set O/U Shotgun: Beretta Orvis Uplander 20ga over-under shotgun. This shotgun includes two barrels, one original 26″ fixed choke barrel, and one newer Onyx-finished 28″ barrel with multi chokes. Both barrels are fit properly to the receiver. The gun is in great overall condition with some minor wear, but perfectly functional with great bores. A perfect field setup! Chambers: 3″ Ejectors: Auto Triggers: SST Stock Comb: 1-3/8 Stock Heel: 2-1/4 LOP: 14-1/2 Weight: 6lbs Price: $3,000

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January 8, 2023January 7, 2023 by Gregg

Ithaca 5E NID 12 Gauge Side-by-Side Shotgun: Ithaca NID 5E 12 Gauge manufactured in 1927 with 30″ F/F “Best Fluid Steel” vent rib ejector barrels with large ivory front bead and small ivory mid-bead. Bores are very good, bright and shiney, measuring .734 right and left. Choked .045[F] right and left. Chambers are 2 3/4″ NID receiver with cocking indicators and traces of color case hardening in protected areas. Typical 5E engraving with pheasant on the left, woodcock on the right, and an American Eagle with “Made in USA, Ithaca Gun Co., Ithaca N.Y.” on the floorplate all surrounded by foliate and scroll. Most likely engraved by Bill McGraw but unsigned. Single selective trigger. Toplever well to the right. Tight and on face. Beautiful pistol grip stock with excellent figure and a vacant stock oval. Fleur-de-lis and ribbon checkering pattern. LOP is 13 3/4″ over a mid-position single trigger. Ithaca sunburst pad which appears to be original. DAC – 1 1/2″ DAH – 2 1/2″ Neutral cast. Weighs in at 8lb 4oz. This piece appears to be all original and unmolested. Both buttstock and beaver tail forend are solid and without repairs. Barrel blue at 95%. Trigger guard blue at 80% Stock finish and checkering at 94%. This is one of only 155 Grade 5 guns produced and we can safely assume that not all of these have survived. A classic and rare piece from the golden era of American gunmaking. Price: $7,250.00

Beautiful and dynamic Browning BSL 12ga – a Fine Sidelock Browning and a perfect pheasant set up!: Beautiful Browning BSL 12ga made with 26″ barrels, splinter forend, double triggers auto safety and auto ejectors. Coin finished action is nicely rose and scroll engraved as seen in the photos. Straight English Grip stock with thin pad. Overall, the gun remains in excellent to near mint original condition. It has been fired, but very little. Gun retains more than 98% original finish to wood and metal surfaces. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight and on face. Price: $5,750*

CSMC – RBL, SxS, 28ga. 26″ Barrels Choked M/F. MAKE OFFER: Chokes which can be opened to customer specifications, solid game rib, beautiful 3x full fiddleback American black walnut with a straight grip stock, beavertail forend, London oil finish, double triggers, automatic ejectors, pointer, setter, and grouse game scene engraving surrounded by full coverage ornamental miniature scroll engraving over spectacular case coloring, factory recoil pad, 100% factory new and unfired, hand made in the USA by the master gunsmiths of Connecticut Shotgun, available for immediate delivery. 5 lbs. 12 oz. 14 ½” X 1 ½” X 2 ¼” Base – $4,995.00, Options Include: 3x American Black Walnut – $350.00, Beavertail Forend – $175.00. Price: $5,570*

Browning ~ Superposed Superlight ~ 20 Gauge ~ OU ~ Shotgun: For your consideration, a very nice Belgian Browning Superposed Superlight 20 gauge with 26 1/2″ barrels choked Improved Cylinder and Modified. The straight grip buttstock measures 14″ Length of Pull. This shotgun is in very good shape with only a few minor dents on the buttstock. It would be a fine addition to any collection of Belgian Brownings. 20 Gauge. Chambers: 2 3/4″ Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent with Minor Dents on the Buttstock Bore Condition: Excellent Barrels: 26 1/2″ Barrels Stock Dimensions: 14″ LOP Butt Pad: Original Factory Buttplate Weight: 5 Lbs 13 oz Chokes: Fixed Chokes Improved Cylinder / Modified Item Location: Springfield, MO. Price: $4,599.99*

Webley & Scott Model 700 16 gauge SxS Boxlock Shotgun: Webley & Scott SxS model 700 16 gauge with 26 inch barrels churchill taper rib auto ejectors. Barrels have 2.75 inch chambers right barrel choke is Skeet (0.005); left Modifed (0.019). Bluing good with some case color remaking on receiver. Stock very good with normal hunting use blems. Stock measures 14.5 to thin leather pad dac 1&1/2 inches; dah 2&3/8 inches; cast off 1/8 inch. Weights 6 pounds. Great upland bird gun in very good condition Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge Manufacturer: Webley &Scott Model: 700 Barrel Length: 26 inches Bore Info: Excellent Chambers: 2 & 3/4 inches Ejectors: Yes. Well timed Condition: Very good Metal Condition: Bluing very good Wood Condition: Very good Bore Condition: Mirror bores zero rust pits dents Action: Anson & Deely Triggers: 2 ( light and crisp) Stock Comb: 1 & 1/2 inches Stock Heel: 2 & 3/8 inches Stock Cast: Off 1/8 Fore End: Splinter Butt Pad: Thin leather covered LOP: 14.5 inches Rib: Churchill style Finish: Very good Weight: 6 pounds Sights: Single metal bead Manufacture Date: 1967 Choke Left: Modified (0.019 Choke Right: Skeet (0.005) Engraving: Yes Grips: English Price: $2,450*

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January 2, 2023 by Gregg

A pre-owned Fabbri over & under 20 gauge with 26 inch barrels

Pre-owned Fabbri over & under 20 gauge with 26-inch barrels: Caliber: 20 gauge Action: Pinless Sidelock ejector Triggers: Single Safety: Non-Automatic Barrel Length: 26 inch Chamber: 2 3/4 inch Rib: Game solid rib Chokes: Under : Cyl – Over : 1/4 Type: Deluxe grade Walnut Length: 15 inches Grip: Classic Straight Hand Butt End Finish: Chequered Forend: Game style forend Description: Fine Boss style scroll Finish: Brush Silver Weight: 5 lbs – 14 oz Case: Single leather case Date of Manufacture: 1998. Price: $175,000*

Super Rare Luigi Franchi Condor SxS 20ga Matched Pair: It is very scarce to find a Luigi Franchi Condor model in 20ga inside the United States little alone a Matched Pair. This fine pair was constructed in 1950 for E. Casciano of Rome which was one of the largest provider of high grade guns in Italy at the time. This pair is identical in every way with the exception of the choking which I feel these were built for small gauge live pigeon competitions or for driven birds I am not 100% sure on either however a very nice pair indeed. This pair has the traditional square body actions which is uncommon for this model as well as the Full Coverage Best Quality Engraving as these were definitely special ordered and remain in excellent original condition cased in their original case which included”s two original keys . Seven pin locks with disc set strikers numbered in gold 1 & 2 on top levers and barrels & forends, ribs are concaved non matted tapered both with single bead front sights. Barrels are constructed of Vickers-Steel-Supercromato and are still remain as proofed in 1950. Price: $22,500*

Manufrance — Ideal, Grade 4 — 12 Gauge, 2 3/4“: 27 1/2″ SxS cross-dovetailed chopper-lump barrels [like a Winchester 21] with sunken matted rib choked improved modified & extra full. 14 3/4″ pull from front trigger to Silvers thin red rubber recoil pad. 1 3/8″ – 2 3/4″ drop. 1/2″ cast off. Figured, oil-finished, European walnut stocks with Anson-release splinter forend, fine point-pattern skip-line checkering, straight English grip, and retractable sling swivel. Casehardened Manufrance Ideal round-body action with automatic ejectors, chamber-loaded indicators, double Purdey underbites and modified Bissell rising bite third fastener engaging active dolls head, easily operated via finger-lever behind triggerguard. Fine scroll engraved and with deeply-chiseled fences. Weight: 7lbs, 3/4oz. 99%blue. 80% casehardening colors. Tight, Excellent bores. Ejectors in time. Price: $7,450*

EARLY POST-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 DUCK 12GA.-3” SHOTGUN WITH 32” BARRELS

EARLY POST-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 DUCK 12GA.-3” SHOTGUN WITH 32” BARRELS: CIRCA 1947. All original and never on market in excellent as found, untouched condition from family of the original owner. Bottom of frame stamped “DUCK”. Barrels marked “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and both marked “FULL”. Serial in the 19,xxx range and matching. Selective factory single trigger, automatic ejectors and nickel bead front sight. Extra quality factory walnut checkered stock and beavertail forend with the original finish. Some minor oil staining. Excellent checkering which is original and not refreshed. Chip out of forend at the left front which is an easy repair by a good stock man. Original factory “WINCHESTER” pad(pliable and no shrinking or petrification). Length of pull 13 5/8″, 2 3/8″ drop at heel, 1 1/2″ drop at comb as backed up by accompanying factory letter. 98-99% original blue and all the original wood finish with only very slight wear. Monogram “JSB” inset in silver in pistol grip base. Perfect working order and excellent, bright bores. Has seen only modest use and is in it’s original condition which is rare for a Model 21 Duck as most saw hard weather use and many are refinished. They were only made until 1952. With factory letter. Price: $6,500*

RBL 28 by CONN SHOTGUN Mfg.- MOD RESERVE- OVERALL COND 99.5%- VERY NICE WOOD- 30″ Bbls.- DOUBLE TRIGGERS- FACTORY CASED- 5 Lbs. 11 Oz.- AS NEW: #RBL002990, Connecticut Shotgun Mfg., New Britain, Ct. USA: A RBL Model Reserve 28 Bore with 30″ Ejector Shoe Lump Barrels, The bores at .549 .013 & .024″ (Mod. & Full), Factory marked Mod. & Full, 2 3/4″ chambers, Double Triggers, Splinter forend with a frontal Anson release, Straight hand stock at 14 7/8 x 1 1/2 x 2 7/16″ over a 3/4″ pad, It will go 15 1/8″ with a 1″ pad installed, It comes with the factory hard buttplate, Slight Cast-Off for the right hand, Very nice piece of wood with nice color contrast, 5 lbs. 11 oz., 75% coverage of engraving, It retains 100% original case colors, The barrels at 99.5, The buttstock and forend remain at 99.5%, The checkering remains at 100%, The bores are new. The gun is cased in the maker’s leather trimmed canvas trunk with accessories. The piece for all intents & purposes is a new gun. This is an ideal upland gun at 5 lbs. 11 oz. with a nice stick of wood that matches the forend color very well. This gun was test fired only and never went to the field or ever shot again. Price: $4,950*

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December 25, 2022 by Gregg

UNFIRED 1914 A.H. Fox 20ga A-grade Side-by-Side: Hello, I have for sale a musuem quality fox 20 gauge A-grade that I acquired several years ago. I have the factory order card for this gun and it is in the same condition as it left the factory. This gun is unfired and is as MINT an example as you will find. It would be impossible to upgrade this gun in any way. All of the factory finishes are 100%. This gun has been so well cared for that there is no rust, pitting, cracks, wear….nothing. The factory wood finish is superb as is the checkering and the engraving/case colors are flawless and sharp. This gun has the early snap-on forend and second generation “gough” style engraving. Specs are as follows. 28″ barrels, double triggers, extractors, choked cyl/mod (as per factory card), 2.5″ chambers, mirror bores and 100% bluing throughout. This gun has drops of about 1 9/16 and 2 7/8 and the LOP is the factory standard 14 1/8″ to 14 1/4″. This gun has the factory buttplate and screws as well…all still mint. Please, no low-ball offers. Serious inquiries only. I can provide additional pictures as needed for serious buyers. PS: this is only the second year for 20 gauge foxes and a very early example with the gough engraving…quite a rare find here. Price: $8,750*

Fine and lightweight Francotte Model 20E 20ga Game Gun – with full provenance from G&H: Beautiful little lightweight side plated boxlock 20ga. Made with 26″ fluid steel barrels, checkered splinter forend with Deeley push button release, double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. The side plates boxlock action is beautifully scroll engraved with Greener Crossbolt and barrels with perfectly fitted sideclips. The pistol grip buttstock has fine figure and fiddleback and terminates with its original lined horn buttplate. Housed in a beautiful original A&F case which is a toe under leather case. I’ve long felt that these Francotte guns are an exceptional value in today’s market – for the quality, it’s impossible to find a better hand built more durable gun. And this one in 20ga! Overall the gun remains in pleasing original condition with more than 90% original barrel blue. Side plates and action retain about 1/2 of their original color with the balance a pleasing toned gray. Stocks are sound and retain about 90% original finish with only minor handling marks. Buttplate is very good as seen in the photos. Case is fine with minor rubs. Included with the gun are several pages of fascinating research from Griffin and Howe researcher Bob Beach on the history of this gun as sold by Abercrombie and Fitch. Price: $6,795*

Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. ~ RBL Launch Edition ~ SxS ~ 20 Gauge: This Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. RBL SxS Shotgun is in Excellent condition with very little wear, comes with its original display/carry case with all accessories and paperwork. Barrels: 28″ Weight: 6 lbs. 20 Gauge. Price: $3,999.99*

JOHN POWELL, REIGATE, SURREY SIDE LOCK EJECTOR 12 GA. 2 3/4” SIDE X SIDE SHOTGUN CIRCA 1980’S: JOHN POWELL, REIGATE, SURREY SIDE LOCK EJECTOR 12 GA. 2 3/4” SIDE X SIDE SHOTGUN CIRCA 1980’S. 25” Improved Cylinder and Modified choked barrel with Churchill rib. London Nitro re-proof over original Spanish Eibar proofs. Barrels engraved on top “JOHN POWELL AGT/GUNMAKER, REIGATE”. Double triggers, auto ejectors and automatic safety. Fine quality coin finished scroll engraved Holland side locks, frame, and blued lever and trigger guard. Underside of frame with “Pheasant” and trigger guard bow with “Setter” panels. Locks engraved with maker name “JOHN POWELL, AGT”. Deluxe walnut checkered straight grip stock and splinter forend. 14 ½” pull over checkered butt. 1 ½”, 2 ½” drop. Weight 6 pounds 3 ounces. Excellent plus to near mint with all the finish and little sign of use. Perfect working order and excellent bores. Price: $3,800*

LEFEVER H GRADE – EJECTORS – 12 GAUGE WITH 30″ BARRELS – ORIGINAL CONDITION – MADE IN 1906: Lefever H grade with ejectors in 12 gauge.This high condition gun was made in 1906. Strong and vibrant case color. Twist steel barrel finish is as original. Mirror perfect bores. Right barrel measures .732 with light IC (7/1000) choke. Left is .731 with Full (40/1000) choke. Barrels chime nicely. No cracks to wood. Tight on face with top lever right of center. Ejectors and cocking indicators function well. Auto safety. Full pistol grip cap. Weight of the gun is 6 LBS 15 1/8 OZ. LOP is 13 5/16″. Drop at comb – 1 3/4″. Drop at heel – 2 3/4″. Price: $1,650*

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January 23, 2022 by Gregg

E.J. Churchill Premiere Grade composed pair of 12 gauge over & unders with 28 inch barrels: Caliber: 12 gauge Action: Sidelock Ejector with pinless locks Triggers: Double with front articulated Safety: Automatic Barrel Length: 28 inches Chamber: Number 1 gun 2 1/2 inches -Number 2 gun 2 3/4 inches Rib: Game solid rib Chokes: 1/4 & 1/2 Stock Length: 14 1/4 inches Grip: Full pistol grip with horn cap Butt End Finish: Chequered Forend: Game Style Engraving Description: Decorative fine scroll Finish: Case Colour Weight: Gun Number 1 – 7lbs – 5oz – Gun Number 2 – 7lbs – 11oz Case: Double Leather Motercase Date of Manufacture: Gun Number 1 – 1926 – Gun Number 2 – 1930 Price: $57,500

Winchester ~ Model 21 Duck ~ 12 Gauge SxS Shotgun: In excellent condition. This Winchester features 32-inch barrels with textured rib and fixed front bead sight. Blued finish. Base of receiver marked: DUCK. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock and fore-end. Factory rubber recoil pad. Overall showing scattered light and handling wear on the finish and stock. SN: 29563 Price: $5,999.99

Beretta 471 Silver Hawk Case Color 20ga 26″ IC/IM 3″ Double Triggers 2005, NOS!: SN is S093xxA, made in 2005. Factory finish on both wood and metal, facotry recoil pad. Gun looks brand new in factory hard case. Factory articulated double triggers, factory ejectors that you can also make manual. Mint all original hard to find gun! Price: $5,999

CSMC RBL 28 Gauge 30″BBL’s Briley choke tubes: Very good condition CSMC RBL 28 gauge with 30″ barrels. Briley choke tubes. 2-SK, 2-IC, LM & M 2X American Black Walnut long tang capped pistol grip stock, forend, TruOil finish, single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, automatic safety, solid game rib, game scene engraving surrounded by full coverage scroll over a bone and charcoal case colored finish, Pachmayr SC100 recoil pad. Includes case and some accessories. Shotgun Gauge: 28 Gauge Manufacturer: CSMC Model: RBL Barrel Length: 30″ Chambers: 2 3/4″ Ejectors: yes Condition: very good Metal Condition: Very good Wood Condition: Very good Bore Condition: excellent Triggers: Single Stock Comb: 1 1/2″ Stock Heel: 2 3/8″ Stock Cast: 0 Fore End: Beaver tail LOP: 14 1/2″ Weight: 6 lbs. Price: $5900

12 gauge Holland & Holland Dominion back action sidelock ejector: The Holland & Holland ‘Dominion’ was introduced in the late-19th century to meet a growing demand for firearms to be used overseas in austere conditions where access to a competent gunsmith could not be guaranteed. The Dominion is a robust, back-action design and was available in both shotgun and rifle form. Today, these firearms have many devoted followers who continue to enjoy the long lasting reliability not always found in vintage guns. This is the second of a two gun set. Length: 28 inches, Chopper lump barrels Chamber: 2½ inches Weight: 6.6 pounds. Price: $4250

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December 19, 2021 by Gregg

ITHACA NID SUPER TEN GRADE THREE SxS 32″ F/F: 32″ non ejector barrels, 2 7/8″ chambers, Choked F/F, LOP 14 3/8, DAC 1 7/16, DAH 2 1/8, 9lbs 6oz, Highly figured pistol grip stock with beavertail forend, Gun locks up tight and has mint bores, Very few super tens made in grade three, Serial Number: 450092 Condition: VERY GOOD/EXCELLENT Bore Condition: EXCELLENT Price: $5,950

CSMC RBL Reserve Edition, 20ga. 28″ Bbls with Screw-in Choke Tubes. Like New Condition: SCREW IN CHOKES: SKEET AND IC, LOP: 14 3/4 INCHES, DROP AT COMB: 1 1/8 INCHES, DROP AT HEEL: 2 3/16 INCHES, WEIGHT: 6 lbs 8 ozs. Price: $4,495.95

Churchill ( gunmakers ) Ltd. 7 Bury Street, Saint James, London, England, BLE:
Boxlocks – Built in 1970 and in its makers case this classic Churchill is in near new condition. This one won’t last. Serial Number: 8595 Ejectors: Yes Barrels: 25″ Action: Box lock ejector Gauge: 12 gauge Stock Comb: 1 7/16 Stock Heel: 1 7/8 LOP: 14 3/4″ to checkered butt Weight: 6lbs 4ozs Choke Left: .021 light full Choke Right: .005 Skeet Proof:Nitro: 2 3/4″ Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .033″ Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .029″. Price: $3,800

Beretta 687 Silver Pigeon Grade V 20ga 28″ BBLs, 3″ Chambers, Straight Stock: Beautiful Case color hardening with gold inlay. Beretta Gel Tek butt pad. Straight stock with semi beavertail forend. 6.5lbs. Price: $3,600

Browning 1969 Belgium Superposed Superlight 12 Gauge 26.5” Excellent: IC/M fixed chokes. Metal near 100%. Wood 98+%. All original condition shipped in Browning Hartman luggage case. Just don’t find them in this condition. Only distraction is small indention on bottom of butt stock shown in pic. Original Straight, English stock and solid butt plate. Price: $2,895

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November 14, 2021 by Gregg

REMINGTON 1894 EE GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN: 28 inch barrels with excellent bores. Choked Full and Mod. Pistol grip walnut stocks 14 LOP. 2-piece steel buttplate. Checkering is excellent. Receiver has game scenes on both sides. The bottom has a deer scene. According to Charley Simmer there were less half a dozen EE grade made in the 16 gauge. I have this in my personal collection for many years. Price: $39,500

PERAZZI GORGEOUS MUST SEE!! Very RARE Perazzi SHO SIDELOCK Perazzi !! 12 ga 2 Barrel set 31″ and 28″ PRISTINE CONDITION: 31″ Barrel 12 ga IM/FULL, 28″ Barrel 12ga LM/Mod, Original Perazzi Case Color Hardened with Factory Engraving. Condition is 99% Stunning wood with Approximate stock dimensions 14.5″ LOP 1.5″ DAC 1.75″ DAH This is one of the very few Perazzi SHO Sidelock guns ever produced, and it is in very spectacular shape. A true show piece and work horse that is built tough as nails by Perazzi and will only go up in value! This Perazzi make absolute puff balls on the clays course and absolutely dominates in the pigeon ring and colombaire bringing birds down like wet rags. Price: $25,000

CSMC RBL “Reserve” 28ga 30″ SKT&IC, AS NEW: Model RBL “Reserve”. Configuration SXSSerial # RBL005830. Country of Origin America. Barrel Length (in Inches) 30″. Choke R SKT(.004). Choke L IC(.007). Trigger DT (Double). Stock Configuration Straight Grip, Butt plate. Forearm Type Semi Beaver Tail Forearm. Rib Type Smooth Concave Rib. Receiver Finish Casehardened. Engraving Type Game Scene Cameos Engraving, Engraved wedges on barrels. Other Options Factory case, 2 3/4″ chambers. Condition AS NEW. Weight 5#12oz Dimensions 1 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ x 14 3/4″ with 1/4″ cast off. Other Details Test fired only, Appears new in every way. Price: $5,900

Halliday of London Cased 12 gauge Two-Inch Boxlock 5 lbs 5 oz: A very good little two-inch boxlock non-ejector by B. Halliday, built circa 1940’s. The barrels are 28″ with 2″ chambers and very good bores, choked .003/.033 (about skeet/full). The rib is engraved: B. HALLIDAY & CO. 63. CANNON ST. LONDON. E.C. and the tubes are engraved: FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY and THE 20TH CENTURY GUN. The receiver has the maker’s name in a flowing banner surrounded by simple border and scroll engraving. There are traces of case colors still present. The action locks up tight. The fore-end has an Anson push-rod release. The lightly figured stock measures 1 5/8″ x 2 1/8″ x 14 5/8″ with cast off. The stock was originally shortened by 1 1/2″ (likely for a young shooter), and the original piece was later added. It was done very well. The weight is 5 lbs 5 oz. A very nice double for the aficionado of 2 inch guns. Comes in its maker’s case. Price: $3995

Beautiful high condition nitro proved Bar In wood Westley Richards “Crab knuckle” 12 bore – An ultra lightweight hammer gun with original case:
Made in 1871, this beautiful early Westley Richards 12bore hammer gun. Made with 30″ nitro proved damascus barrels, checkered splinter forend which is wedge fastened. Made with crab knuckle joint at forend and bar in wood action. Side plates are nicely scroll engraved as seen in the photos. Made with double triggers and extractors. Straight hand fiddle back figured English buttstock is nicely checkered in two point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original checkered horn buttplate. Housed in its original oak and leather case with felt interior. Overall the gun remains in excellent condition with fine mechanics. The nitro proved barrels are excellent and retain most of an older rebrown. Bores are bright. Stocks are sound and retain nearly all of their older hand rub finish. The locks are excellent and crisp. The gun is nice and tight. Case is very good with the interior having been restored long ago. Exterior shows age and original name on top is somewhat illegible. Price: $3695

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July 24, 2021 by Gregg

Connecticut Shotgun MFG. Model RBL Launch Edition 20 GA 28" Double Barrel — Connecticut Shotgun MFG. Model RBL Launch Edition 20 GA 28″ Double Barrel

Here’s your chance to get a deal on one of my favorite modern SxSs. Connecticut Shotgun’s RBL are solid, well made shotguns, and they’re built on one of the most reliable shotgun designs ever created: the Anson & Deeley boxlock action.

This 20g RBL Launch Edition is on Gunbroker.com now with No Reserve. It ends tomorrow, 7/25/2021, @ 7:59 PM. Here’s more info about it from the seller:

Connecticut Shotgun MFG. Model RBL Launch Edition 20 GA 28″ Self Opening Double Barrel

Make: Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. / Galazan

Model: RBL Launch Edition

Serial Number: RBL000511

Year of Manufacture: 2005-2010

Gauge: 20 Gauge 2 3/4″ Shells

Action Type: Boxlock Side-by-Side SXS, Top Break, Dual Trigger Shotgun with Ejectors

Markings: The top of the right barrel is marked “CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG. NEW BRITAIN CT. U.S.A.”, the top of the left is marked “RBL LAUNCH EDITION 20ga. 2 3/4”, each chamber and the top-rear of the rib have a foliate scroll motif. The left barrel flat is marked “511”, the right “RBL / PROOF”. The water table is marked “RBL000511” and “MADE IN USA MODEL RBL / CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG. / NEW BRITAIN, CONN.”, the top tang is marked “RBL000511”, the bottom of the trigger plate is marked “RBL” on banner. The receiver, trigger plate, guard, base of the forend iron, and lever have beautiful foliate scroll engraving with fine matting in the negative spaces.

Barrel Length: 28”, Solid-Rib

Choke: The barrels are threaded for RBL choke tubes with Improved Cylinder installed on both barrels. Also included are Full, Modified, and Improved Modified.

Sights / Optics: There is a brass bead at the front of the rib.

Weight: 6 lb., 2 oz.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered select black American walnut with a capped pistol grip, straight comb and serrated black hard rubber buttplate. There are some spots of dark discoloration on the pistol grip cap. There are a few marks on the top rear corners of the forend. The diamond on the bottom of the forend has some marks into the edges. The bottom of the forend has some wear on the rear edge with a tiny hairline crack on the right side, not even 1/8″. The buttstock has a few light compressions and a couple scuffs. There are a couple little tiny dings and a couple of hairline scratches, the most noticeable is on the left side by the heel. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 14 1/4″ and 13 1/4″ from the fronts of the triggers to the back of the pad, 14″ and 13″ to the back of the wood. The pate has some light wear. Drop at comb is approximately 1 1/2″, drop at heel 2 1/8″. The cast is about neutral. Overall, the stocks are in about Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blue & French Gray

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bores are bright. There is no erosion in the bores.

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. The barrels, forend iron and receiver have very light operational wear on the bearing surfaces, concealed when assembled. There are a few light marks on the barrels and rib. The barrel has some faint mottled thinning and discoloration at the front, most noticeable on the bottom of the right barrel. The bottom tang has some little spots of dark discoloration and fingerprinting. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in Fine Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly including the ejectors. The barrels lock up with no play to the receiver. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

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May 30, 2021 by Gregg

12g Charles Daly Regent Diamond Boxlock Shotgun: Serial Number: 1873. Ejectors: Yes. Barrels: 30 inches. Action: SE. Triggers: Double Trigger. Gauge: 12 Gauge. Stock Comb: 1 3/8 inches. Stock Heel: 2 1/2 inches. Fore End: Splinter. Butt Pad: 1 inch. LOP: 13 3/4 inches. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. Price: $39,500

Awesome and beastly Parker DH 20ga 32″ – Dubray Gun with factory 2-7/8″ chambers: I have for sale an awesome and very early 20ga magnum DH Grade Parker. The gun was ordered in 1903 by Arthur DuBray and is Serial Number 119,763. It was ordered with factory original 32” Barrels on a “0” Frame. This is the earliest 20ga gun I have encountered with factory original 2-7/8″ chambers and the gun is an absolute beast. Made with double triggers, extractors, and splinter forend. The gun now has an older silvers type pad with 14 1/2” LOP. As best I can tell it has 0 cast and Drop at comb 1 5/8 “ and Drop at heel 2 5/8 “. These dimensions are fantastic! Here are the barrel measurements on the gun: Chokes R .019 L .027, Bore R .617” L .618” Barrel Wall Thickness (At thinnest point) R .044 L .041 Weight 7lbs. Overall, the gun remains in pleasing condition with more than 95% barrel blue, around 30-40% case color. Stocks have been expertly freshened up. The gun is mechanically superb, on face, and tight. These 32″ 20ga guns are highly coveted and this gun being a DuBray ordered gun with the letter, magnum chambers and straight stock/double trigger combo is absolutely a show stopper. Price: $16,500

CSMC RBL SxS 20Ga Launch Edition Shotgun 28″ Barrels Unfired: Serial No 1878 Purchased New by Current Owner in November 2007. Has a Single Selective Trigger and a Straight Grip with Walnut Stock. This gun has never been fired – complete with CSMC Custom Case and original accessories. Has 5 choke Tubes. Chambers: 2 3/4″. Ejectors: Ejector. Condition: ANIB. Metal Condition: 100%. Wood Condition: 100%. Bore Condition: New. Barrels: Double. Barrel Type: SxS. Action: BLE. Triggers: Single. Stock: Walnut. LOP: 14 1/4″. Finish: Satin. Chokes: 5 Tubes. Engraving: Scroll. Price: $3,900

12g Wallis Brothers Excellent Sidelock Ejector ~ Features Chopper-lump Sir Joseph Whitworth Barrels: 9-pin sidelocks, stocked to the fences. Serial Number: 760. Ejectors: Yes. Barrels: 30″. Barrel Type: Steel. Action: Sidelock. Gauge: 12 gauge. Stock Comb: 1 1/2″. Stock Heel: 2 1/16″. Stock Cast: 3/16″. LOP: 14 3/8″ to checkered butt. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. Choke Left: .035″ Full. Choke Right: .008″ IC. Proof:Nitro: 2 1/2″. Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .032″. Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .028″. Wallis Brothers was in business at 364 High St, Lincoln circa 1886, 156 High St circa 1890-97, High St & Corporation St circa 1901-05, 4 Saint Mary St. 1913-40. Price: $3,800

Beretta s56e 20ga 28″ 3″ OU like new factory pad: M / F (.014 / .031), Ejectors, Factory Pad, LOP 14-1/4″, Drop 1-1/2″ to 2-3/8″, Slight Cast Off, Weight 5 lbs. 15 oz. RARE European Market 20ga Magnum with a Factory Pad. This gun has seen very little use. I rate it 99% overall. It is mechanically perfect – very tight, perfect bores. A few minor handling marks on the stocks. Price: $1575

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April 11, 2021 by Gregg

THE LEFEVER ARMS COMPANY EXHIBITION 12 GAUGE: #20901, 30″ DAMASCUS BARRELS MOD AND FULL 2 1/2″ CHAMBERS, DOUBLE TRIGGER, EJECTORS, SPLINTER FOREARM, PISTOL GRIP, EXCELLENT CONDITION, HORN BUTT AND GRIP CAP, 7LBS 9 OZ, 2 1/4″ DAH, 1 1/2″ DAC, 14 1/2″ LOP. Price: $69,500

Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing (CSM) 16g Model 21 SxS: Flat side action has factory double triggers and automatic safety. The action, barrels, guard & tang and the forend iron have a very deep black high-polished finish with very tastefully inlaid gold vine and leaf borders with single bird game scenes of a flushing duck in cattails on the right side, a flushing woodcock in the alders on the left side and a rooster pheasant in the grass on the bottom of the action. The stock is nicely figured American walnut with a straight hand grip, what looks like a leather faced red Winchester pad and standard Model 21 beavertail forend with an ebony wedge in the tip. Two barrel set consists of one set of 28” barrels choked WS-1 and WS-2 and one set of 29” barrels that are choked Lt. Mod and Full. Each set of barrels has machine matted solid ribs with single orange beads, and damascened barrel flats and water tables. Gun is in excellent shape overall with some very small handling marks on one side, otherwise wood and metal is superb! In a leather CSM two barrel set flat case with Maker’s leather trade label and canvas cover with blank initial patch. This is a very attractive and tastefully adorned gun. Price: $20,000

August Francotte SxS Model 20 – 20 ga., 28″ barrels: Feature engine turned game rib, side clips, third fastener, 2-3/4″ chambers, choked improved cylinder and modified (.007/.014). Double triggers, auto safe. The sideplated action is engraved in a fine English scroll and retains 98% original case color hardening. The round pistol grip stock of nicely figured French walnut measures 1-3/8″ comb, 2″ heel, with a LOP of 14-3/4″ over a leather pad. Marked with the Abercrombie and Fitch import name on the barrels, this is a classic double for about 100 years and a staple of the A&F line. This is a fine example retaining nearly all of the original finish as seen in the photos. There is a slight abrasion on the right barrel and some handling marks from use on the stock. The gun remains tight as new and weighs 6 lbs., 2 oz. Classy little upland double! Price: $5,750

Merkel ~ 203E Sidelock OU ~ 12 Gauge: This is a fully engraved sidelock ejector over under shotgun with hand detachable sidelocks. The ejectors are strong and well-timed, the double trigger are crisp with the front trigger being articulated. The 27″ Bohler Steel barrels are like new and have fixed FULL chokes. The butt stock is nicely figured with good shooting dimensions and the 3 piece forearm that fits nicely in hand. 100% coverage bank note scroll engraving on the sidelocks along with cocking indicators. This is a great looking and feeling shotgun. 12 Gauge. Chambers: 3″ Over/Under with ejectors., Metal Condition: Excellent with a touch of thinning blue on the trigger guard. The coin finished receiver is excellent. Wood Condition: Very nice with a few small dings and dents. Bore Condition: Bright and shiny. Barrels: 27″ blue with a solid rib. Triggers: Double triggers with the front being articulated. Stock Dimensions: “14 1/2″” LOP to the front trigger, 1 1/2″” DAC, 2 5/16″” DAH. Fore End: 3 piece forend with checkering. Butt Pad: Matching walnut with a checkered straight grip and a black butt plate. Weight: 6 Lbs. 12 Oz. Sights: Single white color front bead on a flat solid rib. Chokes: Fixed FULL and FULL. Price: $4,999.97

Connecticut Shotgun RBL28 SxS 28Ga. Shotgun NEW IN THE BOX: SN #RBL002840. NEW IN THE BOX. LOP 14 5/8″. Chamber 2 3/4″. DAC 1 1/2″- DAH 2 1/8″. Chokes are R/S Mod. and L/S Full. 30″ barrels with a Traditional Game Solid Rib. Case Colored Receiver with Hunting Dogs Engraved on sides. Premium checkered pistol grip Walnut stock and Beavertail forend. Single select trigger with barrel selector behind trigger. Ejectors. Comes in a nice Canvas Breakdown Case with Red Felt Interior and includes a Chrome oil bottle, Chrome snap caps, cleaning brushes, cleaning rods, and eye and ear protectors. Weight: 6 lbs. Trigger Pull: 5 1/2 lbs. Price: $4600

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March 21, 2021 by Gregg

Rigby Rising Bite Sidelock SxS Double Rifle 9.3x74R

Rigby Rising Bite Sidelock SxS Sidelock Double Rifle 9.3x74R: 26″ Ser. #: 17808 Price: $35,000

BERTUZZI – Venere – 410 Bore -Sidelock- SxS – 28″ – Game Scenes with Gold by Dassa: Single Non-Selective Trigger, English Stock, LOP 15-1/8″, Drop 1-3/8″ to 2-1/4″, Slight Cast Off, Weight 5 lbs. 6 oz. Makers Case. Excellent Plus – 99% – Condition. Price: $27,950

William Evans – Boxlock Ejector, Side-by-Side, 12ga. 28″ Barrels Choked IC/M: Nicely figured straight grip stock, period pad, gold oval, double triggers, splinter forend, automatic ejectors, boxlock gun, dolls head extension, third fastener, 85% barrel bluing and wood finish, full coverage rose bouquet and scroll engraving, marked William Evens from Purdey’s on rib and receiver, a very nice gun. 6lbs. 8 oz.
14 5/8″ X 1 ½” X 2 ½” Price: $8,500

Stephen Grant & Sons, 15,000 series, SxS, Boxlock, 28 Ga: All original, Serial Number: 15047, Barrel Length: 28”, Condition: 90%, Metal Condition: 90%, Wood Condition: Great Condition with some oil soak, Bore Condition: Excellent, Action: Top lever break action box lock, Triggers: Twin Stock: Wood, Manufacture Date: Early 1900’s, Chokes: Yes, but unmeasured, Engraving: Full Coverage English Scroll, Extras: Ejectors, Chisel fences, drop points, English stock with flat top checkering, Case: Original Canvas Case. Price: $7950

Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing RBL 28g, 28″ bbls: #RB1003201, 28 inch barrels, blue and case color finish, select walnut stock and forerarm, pistol grip, checkered, factory case containing a full compliment of accessories, still wrapped in tissue paper. Condition: NI case, I don’t think this piece has ever been assembled after it left the factory. Price: $4800

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November 22, 2020 by Gregg

12g Parker/Winchester Reproduction DHE SXS, New and in original box with the case: 26″ barrel, IC/MOD, double trigger, beaver tail forend, pistol grip stock . New and in original box with the case. LOP 14 1/4″, DAC 1 3/8″, DAH 2 1/4″. Price: $4995

CSMC RBL 28 ga 28 inch Deluxe wood English Stock, Auto Eject, Cased: RBL002862, Caliber/Gauge: 28 Ga., Barrel Length: 28 inch, Sights: Factory Original, Bore: Excellent, Rib: Solid, Choke: Improved Modified/ Modfied
Chamber: 2 3/4″, Length of Pull: 14 3/4 inches, Drop Comb: 1 1/2 inches, Drop, Heel: 2 1/4 inches, Weight: 5.52 lbs, Cast: Neutral, Finish: Factory Original, Grips/Stock: Factory Original. Beautiful nice little light weight CSMC model RBL chambered in 28 gauge. 28 inch barrel, bright shinny bores, automatic ejectors, double gold triggers, straight English stock, beautiful deluxe wood. Two little blemishes on the finish shown in the pictures. Comes with the original case, paperwork, cleaning rod, caps and oil can. Price: $4750

Belgian Browning Super Light Superposed 20 Ga: Consigned to Cole’s is this very nice Belgian Browning Superposed Super Light in 20 ga with 26-inch barrels. The shotgun bears serial # 223PW02990. The bores are excellent. The upper barrel is choked Mod (**) and the lower is choked IC (**-). This shotgun weighs in at 5lbs 14 oz, a true super lightweight. The shotgun has a long tang, straight grip. The LOP is 14 ¾” and terminates with a Decelerator recoil pad. The stock has various minor nicks and dings from days afield. The gun is nice and tight and there is no looseness to be found open or when in battery. The bluing is just starting to flake from the bottom of the receiver from carry. Some very minor loss of factory finish is observed along the tang as well. Again, this from honest use pursuing dove and quail. One of the best I have seen or found out here in a very, very long time. Price: $4650

BEAUTIFULLY MADE DOUBLE BARREL 14 GAUGE PERCUSSION SHOTGUN BY JOHN BLANCH: Gun is nicely done. Beautiful delicate engraving on the locks. Straight grip stock is in good condition with sharp checkering. Some missing wood on the left side forward of the lock. Trigger guard retains most original blue as does the safety release. Barrels are 31 inches and retain most of the bright Damascus pattern. Locks and upper tang retain 60-70% bright blue. A very beautiful gun. Nicely fitted in oak case with cleaning rod, leather shot cap and powder flask. Case has the John Blanch & Sons label inside the lid. A high quality gun. Price: $4,500

W.J. Jeffrey – BLE – 12ga 28″ – Appears Original: 2-1/2″, 28″ CYL / F (.000″/.036″) Ejectors, Auto Safety, LOP 14-1/4″, Drop 1-1/2″ to 2″, Cast Off, Weight 6lbs 6oz. Mechanically Sound. Barrels ring and have plenty of wall thickness. Price: $1950

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May 17, 2020 by Gregg

WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST PRE WAR DROPLOCK DOUBLE RILE 9.3X74R: MADE 1921. STARTED LIFE AS A 400-360. REBORED AND REFINISHED BY WESTLEY RICHARDS. 26″ BARRELS WITH 1 STANDING AND 4 FOLDING LEAF SIGHTS. DOUBLE TRIGGER. EJECTORS. SPLINTER FOREARM. PISTOL GRIP. MINT CONDITION. HUEY CASE. WITH MAKERS LABEL. 9LBS 14 OZ. Price: $29,500

F.LLI PIOTTI Model King No.1 20ga 27″ LtM & IM, Fancy Turkish walnut, Factory leather case: Serial # 8891, Country of Origin Italy, Barrel Length (in Inches) 27″, Choke R Lt.M (.010″), Choke L IM (.020″), Trigger DT (Double), Stock Configuration Straight Grip, Gold oval, Recoil pad, Forearm Type Splinter Forearm with Piotii gold crest, Rib Type Matted Concave Rib, Receiver Finish Casehardened, Engraving Type King I Fine scroll Engraving, Other Options Upgraded fancy Turkish walnut, Factory Leather case, 2 3/4″ chambers, Condition EXC. Condition, Weight 5lbs 15oz, Dimensions 1 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ x 14 3/4″ with 0 cast, Other Details Mfg 1990. Price: $20,000

WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK 12- 32″ Bbls.- 1925 TOTALLY ORIG GUN (Except Pad)- “C” BOLTING w/ 3rd BITE- SCALLOPED ACTION- HINGED: #T8681, Westley Richards & Co. London: A Hand Detachable Modele de Luxe Ejector (Droplock) 12 Bore Completed in 1925 That Remains Totally Original Except for the Pad, 32″ barrels, “C” Bolting Dolls Head Third Fastener Rib Extension, Hinged cover plate, Scalloped action body, 32″ Ejector Dovetail Lump barrels originally proved at 1 1/4 ounce, The bores at .733 .015 & .042″ (Open Mod. & Full), Original 2 3/4″ chambers, Wall thickness on the right barrel at .033″ and .032″ on the left barrel, Rounded action body, Original factory Single selective trigger and so marked, Scalloped action back, Splinter forend with a Deeley & Edge release, Straight hand stock at 14 1/16 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/8″ over a cushy pad with a rubber face (We will install a 1″ pad soon), Nice cast-off for the right hand, Very nice 32″ barrel weight of 7 lbs. 9 oz., 90% coverage of very well cut scroll engraving, Nice wood with very nice color and contrast, This Droplock remains totally original except the pad, Original 85% case colors, Original barrel black is at 90%, The barrel striking remains perfect, Original wood finish remains at 82-84%, The checkering remains at 94%, The barrels inside and out look like the day they left Westley and remain excellent plus, The breech face retains 90% case colors. It is cased in the original leather trunk with the proper trade label and cleaning accessories. Here is a Droplock Westley that qualifies as an exceptional piece from the Golden Era between the 2 great wars. This is a nice piece with desirable 32″ barrels. Price: $13,850

Caesar Guerini Revenant Game 20GA 30″: Pre-Owned Caesar Guerini Revenant Game 20GA with 30″ factory choke tubed barrels, factory solid game rib. Nitride finished side-plates with highly detailed game scene engraving with scrolls and grape leaves, gold motifs and highlights; Boss style forearm iron with full coverage engraving, long tang. Factory non-selective single trigger, Purdey style pistol grip stock to factory removable butt plate, fully checkered round game forearm. Outstanding condition, demo fired only-very minor handling marks 98%+ condition. Includes case, chokes and tools. Price: $10,995

Connecticut Shotgun RBL 16ga. – 29”, AS NEW, “RESERVE” VINTAGE FIREARMS INC: Serial Number: RBL004829. General Specs: Connecticut Shotgun, 2015±, 16 Ga, Weight 6lbs 12oz, Chokes LM/M, LOP 14 3/4″, DAH 2 1/2″, DAC 1 1/2″. Many of you that enjoy shooting with the side by side shotgun are familiar with Tony Galazan’s well received RBL series of round bodied guns. The gun presented here is an as new RBL RESERVE series from Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. The RBL is a robust gun with excellent mechanics and a very appealing look with its bone and charcoal case colored receiver, gold plated triggers, and nicely figured walnut stock. This gun shipped with 29” barrels that retain 100% of their fine rust blue, perfect bores, choked LM/M. The metal overall retains 99.9% of the factory finishes, with the only wear of any kind at the safety on the top tang. The wood has a very nice figure and retains all of its original finish and perfect checkering. The gun balances dead on the hinge pin and has a very solid feel and comes to shoulder the way a fine side x side is supposed to. Galazan has a solid performer with his RBL. We have priced this gun to sell quickly, as I do not believe it has ever been in the field or used much at all. There is only the faintest hint of a primer ring on the standing breech indicating very little shooting. The RBL Reserve is a solid investment and will do you well on the sporting clays course or in the field. Price: $3,550

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March 29, 2020 by Gregg

CG BONEHILL BLE Express .577NE Cased in O&L Like new condition Mfg 1903: Serial # 1550, Country of Origin England, Barrel Length (in Inches) 26″, Trigger DT (Double), Stock Configuration Capped Pistol Grip with English type cheekpiece, Forearm Type Splinter Forearm with lever release, Rib Type Level filed Rib with express sights (1 standing 2 folding), Receiver Finish Casehardened, Engraving Type Full coverage fine scroll, Other Options Massive action, Extended top and bottom tangs, Automatic safety, Flip up night sight, Front sight hood, Panels and drop points, Sling swivel rings, Silvers pad, Original oak & leather case with accessories, Condition Gun is near PERFECT unused Condition, case shows some wear, Weight 13#15oz, Dimensions 14 7/8″ LOp, Other Details Mfg 1903, Gun is in near new unused condition. Price: $49,000

Westley Richards – Best Droplock SxS – 12 GA: Ejectors: Yes, Trigger: Double, Grip: Straight Grip, Forend: Splinter, Lop: 15 1/8 “, Pad thickness: 0.75 “, Type of butt: Leather Covered Pad, Drop comb: 1 1/2 “, Drop heel: 2 “, Cast amount: 1/8 “, Cast: On, Weight: 6 lbs, 4 oz, Manufactured in: England, Manufacture Year: 1951, Finish: Case Colored, Overall condition: Very Good, Stock condition: Very Good, Metal condition: Very Good, Stock: Original finish Metal: Original finish, Type of Case: Leather Motor Case, Barrel info: Gauge: 12 GA, Chamber: 2 3/4 “, Length: 26 “, Chokes: IC/M, Rib type: Raised, Comments: Best Grade Droplock in very good condition. Includes original leather motor case. Price: $14,000

FRANCOTTE SPECIAL BOXLOCK SXS 28 GAUGE: 26″ MOD AND FULL 2 3/4″, DOUBLE TRIGGER, EJECTORS, SPLINTER FOREARM, ENGLISH GRIP, NEAR NEW CONDITION, 4LBS 15 OZ, 2 1/2″ DAH, 1 1/2″ DAC, 15″ LOP. Price: $8,500

Browning Superlight – 20ga – 1972 Man. Date – IC/M – 26.5” – 14 1/4” x 1 3/8” x 2” – 5 lbs 11 ozs – SN: 2871 V72 – In The Box! Minor Field Evidence can be found on wood and metal. Great Shooting Superposed! Price: $4,900

CSMC RBL 16ga/29" (LNIC) for sale — CSMC RBL 16ga/29″ (LNIC) for sale

CSMC RBL 16ga/29″ SxS (LNIC): Factory original and excellent condition appearing test fired only: exhibition grade stock, truoil finish, straight grip, splinter forend, double trigger, ejectors, case colored receiver with scroll engraving surrounding a pointer and setter on each side of the receiver, solid game rib, assisted opener. The barrels are choked Skeet / Modified, the stock measures 1 1/2″ x 2 1/8″ x 15 1/4″, and weighs 6 pounds 11 ounces. Comes with the factory ABS plastic case, owner’s manual, registration card, and nickel-plated snap caps. Price: $4,250

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March 15, 2020 by Gregg

WESTLEY RICHARDS Deluxe Droplock Ejector Express .405 win Mfg 1907 and still like new: Serial # 16839, Country of Origin England, Barrel Length (in Inches) 26″, Trigger SST (Single Selective), Stock Configuration Capped Pistol Grip with trap (trap contains spare fitted strikers), English cheek piece, Forearm Type Splinter Forearm, Rib Type 1/4 Rib with express sights (1 standing and 2 folding), Receiver Finish Casehardened, Engraving Type WR deluxe Scroll Engraving with game scene cameos, Other Options Flip up night sight with folding hood, Checkered panels with drop points, Deluxe flat checkering, Original Silvers pad, Original O&L case, Gold Oval, Perfect bores, Condition EXC. Plus Condition, Weight 9lb #8oz, Dimensions 1 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ x 14 5/8″ with 3/8 cast off, Other Details Mfg 1907. Price: $69,000

FLLI RIZZINI R2E .410 GAUGE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN: 29″ BARRELS, MODIFIED AND FULL, 3″, REMOVEABLE FLOORPLATE, SINGLE TRIGGER, SCALLOPED FRAME, EJECTORS, STRAIGHT HAND GRIP, SPLINTER FOREND, CHECKERED BUTT, 5 LBS 9 OZ, 14″ LOP. Price: $21,000

Browning Pigeon Superlight – 28ga/.410ga 3” – 6 lbs 5 ozs – 14 3/8” x 1 3/8” x 2 1/4” – SN: 1753F7 – Maker’s Case – Remarkable Condition – Rare!! This the only Superlight 28/410 I’ve ever seen!! Price: $19,995

Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. ~ RBL Launch Edition ~ 20 Gauge: RBL Proof steel, barrels marked “RBL LAUNCH EDITION 20ga 2 3/4″ CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG. NEW BRITAIN CT. USA” on right and left respectivley with 2 3/4″ chamber with automatic ejectors, single bead sight on rib. Vibrantly casehardened box lock action with full coverage scroll engraving on crosshatch shaded backgrounds with single trigger with selector, and automatic sliding tang safety. Multi-point checkered forearm with Anson style push-button latch and straight stock with serrated plastic buttplate. Metal Condition: Excellent with light wear marks, Wood Condition: Great Dark Color with no deep scratches or cracks., Bore Condition: Clean and Shiny, Stock: Checkered straight stock, Weight: 6LB 6oz, Sights: Single Bead, Chokes: Right: Skeet, Left: IC. Includes: MOD,FULL, IMP MOD. Extras: Comes with Factory takedown case. Price: $3,999.99

Beretta S686 Special 28 Gauge Over Under with 28″ bbls: Fixed full and modified chokes, engraved receiver. Chambers: 2 3/4 inch with ejectors. Metal Condition: Very good, a few scratches. Wood Condition: Very good, a few scratches. Bore Condition: Bright and shiny. Barrels: 28-inch vented rib.Triggers: Single curved trigger. Stock: Checkered, semi-pistol grip, wood. Stock Dimensions: 14-inch LOP. Fore End: Checkered, finger groove, straight, wood. Butt Pad: Beretta branded black plastic plate. Weight: 6 lbs. Sights: Steel bead front. Chokes: Fixed full and modified chokes. Price: $1,499.99

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February 10, 2020 by Gregg

A. Chapu ~ Stunning from pre-WWII Paris BEST quality Sidelocks: Hammerless Sidelocks – This along with our number 3967 is a fabulous pair of Shotguns. Quality of a Boss, Purdey, or Holland Royalâ€™s this pair is a joy to hold, fondle, and at a price much less than what the others would certainly cost you. BEST quality features include chopperlump barrels, double seared locks, bushed firing pins, and articulated front triggers. Featured in what I believe to be their original retailerâ€™s trunk case these guns are in outstanding condition. The weight and choking combined with their original 2 3/4″ chambering make these guns an excellent choice for sporting clays or the hard dying Montana, Dakota\’s and eastern Oregon ringnecks. Price: $14,500

A.H. Fox CE 16 gauge SXS Philadelphia shotgun: Fine example of an original Fox CE with beavertail forend. A gorgeously crafted American-made shotgun in spectacular condition. Serial Number: 303164. Ejectors: Yes. Condition: Excellent. Metal Condition: Excellent. Wood Condition: Excellent original finish shows little wear. Bore Condition: Mirror. Barrels: 28″. Barrel Type: Chromox Steel. Triggers: Double. Gauge: Sixteen Stock Comb: DOC: 1 3/8″, Stock Heel: DOH: 2 1/2″. Stock Cast: Off. Fore End: Beavertail. Butt Pad: Leather. LOP: 14.5. Finish: Hand-rubbed Oil. Sights: Single Steel Bead. Manufacture Date: 1931. Chokes: Left: Modified (.017), Right: Improved Cylinder (.006). Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .043″. Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .039″. Price: $15,500

CSMC RBL 28 ga 28 inch Deluxe wood English Stock, Auto Eject, Cased: RBL002862, Caliber/Gauge: 28 Ga., Barrel Length: 28 inch, Sights: Factory Original Bore: Excellent, Rib: Solid, Choke: Improved Modified/ Modfied, Chamber: 2 3/4 inches, Length of Pull: 14 3/4 inches, Drop Comb: 1 1/2 inches, Drop Heel: 2 1/4 inches, Weight: 5.52 lbs, Cast: Neutral, Finish: Factory Original, Grips/Stock: Factory Original Price: $4750

PRE-WAR 1930 FRIEDRICH HEYM 12GA. 26″ DELUXE 4A GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN: Serial number “60xx” and dated 11/30 (1930) on barrels. Raised solid ib engraved “Grade 4A Krupp Fluid Steel Barrels” so made for the American market. Barrels also engraved “Suhl, Germany” on left and ‘Fr. Wilh. Heym” on right. All the correct proofs on water table. Very old professionally reblued barrels(only barrels) choked improved cylinder and modified and chambered for 2 3/4″ shells. Markings still crisp. Mint brilliant bore with no dents or dings. Ejectors. Original splinter forend with horn tip, original checkering and no cracks, hairlines or wood losses(engraving superb including screw heads inside). Deluxe 4A case colored receiver with crisply heavy relief engraved game scenes(see photos) and most of the original case colors darkening to patina. Screws unturned. Cocking indicators. Boxlock with sideplates. Dbl triggers extending through 14 1/3″ length of pull over original basketweave horn buttplate with no losses(often chipped or worm eaten). Original buttstock with fabulous deluxe wood(match forend) having horn pistol grip cap and NO cracks, hairlines, or wood loss. Checkering original and very fine. Right hand cast. Lever at center and tight on face as would be expected with sideclips. Works perfectly. Heym still in business today. Very fine example of one of Germany’s greatest makers and never before been on the market. Weighs 6 lbs. Price: $3,850

ITHACA SKB 280 20GA: These are rock solid guns! No issues. Ready for field, forest or range. A few hunting marks keep wood from being Excellent. Chambers: 3 IN, Ejectors: Yes, Condition: EXCELLENT, Metal Condition: EXCELLENT, Wood Condition: VERY GOOD, Bore Condition: BRIGHT CHROME LINED, Barrels: 25IN. Barrel Type: CHROME LINED, Triggers: SINGLE SELECTIVE, Gauge: 20GA, Stock Comb: 1 1/2IN, Stock Heel: 2 3/8 IN, Butt Pad: ORIGINAL, LOP: 14 1/4 REAR POSITION SINGLE TRIGGER, Weight: 6 LBS 2 OZ, Choke Left: MOD Choke Right: IMP/CYL. Price: $1675

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PURDEY BEST SXS 20 GAUGE: COMPLETED 1935, #24333, 28″ SELF OPENER 009 AND 016 2 3/4 CHAMBERS, DOUBLE TRIGGER, EJECTORS, SPLINTER FOREARM, ENGLISH GRIP, MAKERS CASE, EXCELLENT CONDITION, 5 LBS 12 OZ, 2 1/4″ DAH, 1 9/16″ DAC, 15″ LOP. Price: $48,500

Brand new Chapuis Super Orion O/U C35 28Ga 30″ barrels

Brand new Chapuis Super Orion O/U C35 28Ga 30″ barrels: A brand new Chapuis O/U with double triggers, straight grip and 30 “ barrels. 2 ¾” chambers, bores measure .550 with fixed chokes (Improved cyl – Improved modified). Round action with trigger plate locks, Coin finish with English style engraving coverage with pheasants, partridges on the sides of the receiver and German Short Hair under receiver. The shotgun weighs 5 pounds 14 OZ . English stock in a nice piece of Turkish walnut with the following dimensions: 15 ½” LOP over ¼” wood plate, 1 ½” and 2 ½” drop and 3/8” cast off. As usual on a Chapuis product, the trunnions size , rear lump interlocking and locking surfaces are ample to insure an extremely long mechanical lifespan. I trust them enough to offer a lifetime mechanical warranty to the original owner. Price: $4,990

A.D.JANSEN OVER UNDER BOXLOCK EJECTOR 28 GAUGE: 26 3/4″, IC AND FULL 2 3/4″, SOLID RIB, DOUBLE TRIGGER, EJECTORS, FIELD FOREARM, ENGLISH GRIP, CHECKERED BUTT, EXCELLENT CONDITION, 5LBS 6 OZ, 2 1/4″ DAH,1 3/8″ DAC, 14 1/2″ LOP. Price: $4,950

CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN LAUNCH EDITION RBL IN 20 GAUGE – ALL OPTIONS – 3X WOOD UPGRADE – NEW: Holland Style Self Opeing System. Beavertail forend. Cased with all accessories. Barrels are 28″ with 5 choke tubes. Weight of gun is g LBS 8 OZ. Shipping is $40. Stock dimensions follow. LOP – 14 3/4″, Drop at Comb – 1 1/2″, Drop at Heel – 2 1/2″ Price: $3,950

Bernardelli SXS, 28 GA, 26″ barrel, double trigger ejectors: Full and Improved modified chokes. The stock is in very good condition, does have a few light handling marks on it, has been hunted with. The barrels and bore are in great condition. Barrel walls measure 5.84mm. The drop at the Heel measures 2-3/8″ and the drop at the comb measures 1-1/2″. Excellent overall condition. Price: $1,699.99

Good gun alert: 20g CSMC RBL SxS — $2750

January 18, 2020 by Gregg

Connecticut RBL Launch Field 20g 28″ SN:#RBL004361, Pre-Owned: This shotgun has the original deluxe canvas and leather-trimmed case. It has very nice wood with minor handling marks in 99% metal condition. 28″ bbls, 3″ chambers, Flush choke tubes, 14 7/8″ LOP, Drop at Comb: 1 1/2″, Drop at Heel: 14 7/8″. 6lbs 3oz. Price: $2750

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January 12, 2020 by Gregg

PURDEY BAR IN WOOD 12 GAUGE: MADE 1878 30″ DAMASCUS BARRELS 005 AND 025 CONSTRICTION MINIMUM WALL THICKNESS 30 THOU IN EACH BARREL NITRO PROOFED 2 3/4 DOUBLE TRIGGER EXTRACTORS SPLINTER FOREARM ENGLISH GRIP EXCELLENT ORIGINAL CONDITION WITH ALMOST ALL THE PATTERN ON THE BARRELS 80% CASE COLORS THE BEST TO COME TO MARKET IN SOME TIME 6LBS 10 OZ Price: $24,500

Winchester 21 Duck 12 Gauge: 32″ Chokes: F – F L.O.P. : 13 1/2″ Drop: 1 1/2″C x 2 1/4″H Weight: 7 lbs 11 oz Ser. #: 17803. Price: $8,950

Connecticut Shotgun RBL 28 Ga in case for sale

Connecticut Shotgun RBL 28 Ga in case: It has a beautiful engraved cases colored receiver and English stock with 14 in LOP to front trigger. It has had Briley tubes added with receipt from Briley for $688. It will make a high-end gun for the field or clays. Price: $4,999.00

BROWNING BSS, 20GA, 28″ Barrels, F/M, 1975: F/MOD, Single Non-Select Trigger, SN#599B57, MFG: 1975. This gun has seen Very Little Use, Fine Condition, Excellent Bores, Fine Walnut Checkered Wood. Price: $1599

Smith & Wesson ~ Elite Gold – Grade I ~ 20 Ga: It has 28 inch barrels with ejectors and a solid rib. A white bead front sight and a brass middle bead. 3 inch chambers with fixed Imp.Cyl. and Mod. chokes. A single trigger. It has a checkered Grade III walnut round knob pistol grip stock and checkered Grade III walnut splinter forearm. A scalloped boxlock action with color case hardened frame and light scroll engraving. In as new condition. Manufacturer: Made in Turkey. Metal Condition: New. Wood Condition: New. Bore Condition: New. Stock Dimensions: LOP 14 1/2 inches. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. Sights: White front bead. Brass middle bead. Chokes: Fixed Imp.Cyl. and Mod. Extras: Comes in its original cardboard box. Price: $1,429.97

Auction alert: 20g Savage Fox A Grade SxS, No Reserve…

August 23, 2019 by Gregg

The Savage Fox A Grade shotgun you see here is an odd duck. It’s on Gunbroker.com now with No Reserve. The listing ends 8/25/2019 1:50 PM.

Savage Arms introduced these Savage Fox A Grades a few years ago, and what makes them odd is the fact that the only thing they have in common with a vintage Fox A Grade is the “Fox” name.

But that doesn’t mean the Savage Fox A Grade is a bad gun. In fact, I think it’s better than the real thing, and right now, the one you see here is an absolute steal.

The new Savage Fox A Grade is actually a CSMC RBL with different aesthetics. That’s a good thing because the RBL is a well built, it used the tried-and-true Anson & Deeley-style boxlock action, and features modern metals, modern stock dimensions, choke tubes, and comes with a case.

Savage Arms FOX Grade A 20 Gauge: The Savage Arms Fox A Grade is a side by side shotgun. This particular version is chambered in 20 gauge and features a hammer-less Anson Deeley-style box lock action along with Holland & Holland style extractors. The double triggers and case colored receiver add to the overall look. Undoubtedly the precision cut checkered American Black Walnut stock featuring an oil finished is something for the eye to behold. The Fox A Grade side by side is a work of art which belongs in a museum but can happily reside on your arm and in the field with you for years to come. Savage Arms Fox A Grade Side By Side Shotgun, 20 Gauge 28″ barrel. Comes with original box, papers etc. It’s in unfired like new condition.

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August 11, 2019 by Gregg

PARKER CH BERNARD STEEL BARRELS 12 GAUGE: DOESNT GET MUCH BETTER THAN THIS, #65XXX, #1 FRAME, 30″ BERNARD STEEL BARRELS FULL AND FULL 2 1/2″ CHAMBERS, DOUBLE TRIGGER, EXTRACTOR, SPLINTER FOREARM, PISTOL GRIP, SKELETON BUTT, EXCELLENT ORIGINAL CONDITION, 7LBS 4 OZ, 2 7/8″ DAH,1 3/4″ DAC, 14 1/8″ LOP. Price: $15,500

Francotte – 20E, 20ga: 26” barrels choked Skeet/Improved Mod. Semi pistol grip, small leather face pad, double trigger, AE, Abercrombie and Fitch gun in A&F case with all of its accessories. Sideclip, 3rd fastener, 90% plus case color, barrel blue and wood finish. Not a screw has been turned. Untouched great gun, splinter forend. A Great, Great untouched gun. 5lbs 6oz. 14 ½” x 1 3/8” x 2 ½”. Price: $9,995

E.J. CHURCHILL REGAL XXV: 12 gauge with a 25 inch barrels. LOP measuring 15 inches to the end of the English recoil pad. The receiver is beautifully scroll engraved. Top opener, automatic ejectors and double triggers. A very light gun. Overall in excellent condition retaining virtually all the bright case colors and original blue. Would be hard to improve upon this beautiful gun. Marked on the bottom of the gun “The Regal”. Made in 1970. Price: $ 7,250.

Connecticut RBL Launch Edition 20 GA: Beautiful American manufactured Connecticut Shotgun RBL Launch Edition DeLux side x side 20 ga with 3″ chambers. 28″ tubes with raised rib, beavertail forend, single selective trigger, Delux checkering, ejectors, and presentation grade American Feather Crotch walnut !!! Comes with an assortment of screw chokes and an installation tool in a leather pouch. The DeLux case has a beautiful cleaning rod with cleaning jags, and mop. Snap caps, and an oil/solvent bottle is included. Highly engraved reciever, tang, and trigger guard are beautifully case colored. I have enjoyed shooting Sporting Clays, skeet, pheasants, chuckars, and quail. Getting old! Someone else can enjoy this fine shotgun! Price: $4400

BROWNING BSS 20 GA 2 3/4 AND 3” SPORTER: MADE IN JAPAN IN 1984. BARRELS ARE 26 INCHES WITH A SOLID RIB AND CHOKED I.C./MOD. METAL 98% AND WOOD 97%. Stock Comb: 1 1/2 ”, Stock Heel: 2 3/8”, LOP: 14 1/4″, Weight: 6 LB 12 OZ GREAT SHOOTER OR INVESTMENT PIECE. Price: $2,350