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RARE SLIDE BREECH 16 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:225.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,400.00 USD
RARE SLIDE BREECH 16 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN
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Side by side sporting shotgun, with uncommon slide breech action. Unmarked for maker or gauge, and no proof marks. Gun shows French style, similar to that of Darne, a French maker known for slide breech guns. Measures to be 16 gauge. Gun is light and delicate for a side by side, weighing about 5.7 pounds, with a barrel length of just over 27 inches, and an overall length of just over 42 inches. Manufacture estimated to be earlier 20th century. Receiver is decorated in fine scroll engraving, and stock is hand checkered. Aged patina over stock, and receiver, with barrels retaining good bluing. Hairline fracture to left side of stock near wrist appears to be long ago. Bore appears very good and sound. Very minor ding to right barrel. Gun has seen use, but is in overall very good condition. Caliber: 16 gauge Serial #: nsn