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Unique Gunsmith Made Side by Side Shotgun

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:25.00 - 500,000.00 USD
Unique Gunsmith Made Side by Side Shotgun
This piece is unique in every way. It was most likely constructed by a gunsmith in the New York area circa 1880's and is similar to guns seen by this cataloger from that area. Gun features unmarked 20 gauge twist steel barrels with bead front sight and unique sliding action when operated automatically cocks the right hammer. Action is controlled by double triggers. Stocked in American walnut with steel butt plate and has a period wrist repair. Unique example of American gunsmithing ingenuity. J.T. Livengood Collection. CALIBER: 20 GA. FFL STATUS: Antique.
CONDITION
Overall fair with metal turning brown. Wood has a dark unique finish with period wrist repair. Missing wooden ramrod. Dark bores with functioning mechanics.