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Colt Model 1878 Hammer Type SxS Shotgun

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:900.00 USD
Colt Model 1878 Hammer Type SxS Shotgun
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Colt Model 1878 Hammer Type Side-by-Side Shotgun, #4014, 12 ga. 30'' Damascus barrels have 2-3/4'' chambers, and chokes measure approx. Cyl./IC. Action features double under-lockup, double triggers and simple extractors. Action is case hardened, and all metal surfaces have light border engraving. Splinter forend and Prince of Wales semi-pistol grip buttstock are of nicely-figured American walnut, oil finished, with good checkering coverage; original monogram inlay and steel buttplate present. Mfg'd 1880. Condition is very good, with approx. 50%-60% of Damascus pattern visible on barrels and 60%-70% case hardening visible on receiver, both with some fading and frosting. Wood may have been refinished at some point, and checkering freshened, which is common. Locks function correctly, action locks up tight, and bores are very good. A nice, early, original Colt 1878. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Antique)