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British Double Hammergun by W. & C. Scott & Son

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:550.00 CAD Estimated At:NA
British Double Hammergun by W. & C. Scott & Son
serial #2019, 12 ga, 28'' fine damascus barrels choked cylinder in both with bright very fine bores showing just a few small areas of minor old pitting here and there. This is an attractive and rather early Scott hammergun, the barrels retaining generous original plum-brown finish throughout the more protected areas thinning and fading to a medium gunmetal patina and showing a few light dings and some small areas of old oxidation staining. The swirling damascus patterns remain mostly strong throughout and the rib markings are completely intact and strong showing Dorset Place Pall Mall London address. The action and lockplates are toning to an attractive smoky case-hardened patina, the more protected edges and the hammer retaining some lovely vibrant colors. The action features swirling bolsters and high spur hammers with recessed noses in classic form harkening back to the earlier predecessor percussion guns along with fine English scrollwork and border embellishments throughout. The left lockplate shows a small duck in flight while the right has a snipe. The arm is equipped with Purdey's bolt system, Scott's patented adjustable lump and locking top lever only allowing the barrels to open when the right hammer is on half cock. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with wedge fastener remain in very good plus condition showing a couple of neatly repaired very thin cracks along either side of the wrist only visible upon very close inspection, a small sliver on the left edge of the forend and other scattered light dings. The checkering with mullered borders remains strong and the drop points well-defined, the stock exhibiting some attractive grain figure throughout and featuring an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line and original checkered horn buttplate in near excellent condition. Length-of-pull is about 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 7/8''. The top lever is sometimes a bit stiff but the barrels otherwise lock-up solid on-face and the locks with non-rebounding hammers are crisp and in-time. Weight is 6 1/2 lbs. A nice double hammergun made around 1871. (13B11621-93) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
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