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Engraved Auguste Francotte Box Lock Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Engraved Auguste Francotte Box Lock Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case
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This shotgun features dual bead sights, 2 3/4 inch chambers, modified/cylinder chokes, and ejectors. The right barrel is marked "ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO" and the left barrel is marked "U.S. AGENTS NEW-YORK". The casehardened receiver and side plates feature an extensive scroll and floral engraving with the side plates marked "A. FRANCOTTE MAKER & PATENTEE LIEGE BELGIUM". The engraving extends to the break lever and trigger guard. Double triggers and tang safety. Nicely figured English walnut and checkered forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with a monogrammed initial oval and a solid Pachmayr Old English recoil pad. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches. Comes with a takedown case featuring a Francotte paper label attached to the inside of the lid, two-piece cleaning rod with attachments, oiler, and a pair of snap caps.
BBL: 28 inch solid rib
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 20
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 88504
Condition: Refinished to near new. The barrels retain virtually all of the blue finish with limited pin point pitting under the finish. The receiver and side plates retain 98% of the case colors. The wood is excellent with a few barely noticeable handling marks. The checkering is crisp.