Hammerguns - This behemoth is really in quite nice condition since she is probably near 150 years old. While these guns work well in the field, it should be remembered these older designs didnt have inertial firing pins or intercepting sears. Discussion Rikard Belgian Hammer Double Shotgun. Produced in 10 and 12 gauge, the new "L.C. The low-profile action enables, Charles Daly High Quality 12 ga. Hammer Gun. Made in the 1870s at 128 Union Street Aberdeen Scotland. Featuring two of the Horsley patents! Its worth mentioning that for a lot of double barrel shotguns, the barrels are removable. ANTIQUE WEBLEY & SCOTT 12GA HAMMERGUN 30 BARRELS WITH MUCH ORIGINAL FINISH AND EXCELLENT STOCK DIMENSIONS GAME/CLAYS HAMMERGUN, AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE 30 IC/MOD BARRELS BEST QUALITY HAMMER GAME/LIGHT PIGEON GUN, WILLIAM CASHMORE 12GA NITRO PROOF HAMMERGUN 30 CYL/MOD BARRELS GREAT HANDLING ORIGINAL CONDITION HAMMERGUN, FRANCOTTE SIDELOCK HAMMER LIVE BIRD GUN 12 GAUGE, Joseph Haigs of 49 Saint James Street ~ 1878-1897 ~ a very nice small maker double, PURDEY, JAMES & SONS, LTD. Toplever Hammer Gun, W.R. Pape The Purdey of the North 12 Bore Backaction Hammergun with 30 Highly Figured Nitro Damascus Barrels Recently Refurbished in the UK, Famars Side by Side, Castore, Self Cocking Hammer gun, 20ga, 26, Frank Hipgrave 20 bore Bar Action Hammergun With 28-3/8 Nitro Damascus Barrels. SMITH Antique SIDE LOCK Double Barrel 12 GAUGE Hammer SHOTGUN Sporting/Hunting Shotgun Made Circa 1888 Here we present an antique L.C. Was it used in the war of 1812? The gun is in nice shape, and bores are clear, with some oxidation peppering. Metallurgy at the turn of the century wasnt what it is today, and 100-year-old wood shouldnt be subjected to the stresses of heavy recoil. This double barrel hammer gun would have been used primarily for putting game on the table or defending one's property. 1. As mentioned earlier, double barrel shotguns were manufactured all over the world and exported their products to North America. I attribute this to the short barrels and open chokes, and not my lack of wingshooting ability, though it was probably a bit of both. Davis and Sons Inc 16g Double Barrel Shotgun Hammers, JANSSEN & SONS belgian SXS Shotgun 12GA Hammer fire pin - antique Boxlock model, Ithaca Flues 12ga SXS Double Barrel 1x HAMMER PLUNGER & SPRING # AC8659, STEVENS MODEL 311 12GA SxS Double Barrel LEFT & RIGHT HAMMERS & PIN #A1209, VINTAGE ORIGINAL HOPKINS & ALLEN DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN LEFT HAMMER gun parts, Top Lever - HOPKINS & ALLEN - 100 Hammer, 110 Hammerless Double Barrel - Blue, Top Lever - HOPKINS & ALLEN- 100 Hammer, 110 Hammerless Double Barrel, HOPKINS & ALLEN Double Barrel SxS 12ga Hammerless LEFT HAMMER #AC5063, Stevens 5100 12ga Double Barrel Shotgun Left & Right Hammers & Pin, A.J. While repeaters like the original Henry Rifle introduced in 1860 and the later Winchester and Marlin lever guns had capacities of up to 15 rounds, they werent nearly as effective as shotguns in this particular role. Everyone loves a throwback, and the double exposed hammers, color case hardened finish, and double triggers on the Hammer Coach lend authentic styling to a compact shotgun thats a lot of fun to shoot. This gun is plenty of fun at the range and its tailor made for cowboy action shooters, though the extremely stiff action would require the aforementioned breaking-in before it can be a viable competition gun. Built for cowboy action shooters, the Hammer Coach retains the classic features of older double-gun designs while being built with current production methods and including modern safety features. 12 Gauge with 30"" barrels. 4 Buck 1.75-inch shells opened up a bit more, but I was still landing 10 pellets in the silhouette at 25 yards. Double triggers. Below is an example of a seal on a double barrel shotguns. Double-Barrel Hammer Coach Gun 12-Gauge 20" Barrel Add to Cart. So, you won't see auction guns from the early 1900s with price tags of $10,000+ here. Rustless Metal Case by Peters. Bores remain unhoned with some scatterd rough spots . When youre talking about a shotgun with a cut-down barrel or stock in a modern context, its simply a sawed-offor, if the ATF and NFA are involved, a Short Barreled Shotgun (SBS). NM-28, Baker Double Barrel Hammerless Trigger, Right MAR0221.01.009R, Ithaca manier 12ga Hammerless SXS - L/R Hammers with pin, HOPKINS & ALLEN Double Barrel SxS 12ga Hammerless RIGHT HAMMER #AC5065, Stevens Springfield Savage Model 511 Dble Barrel RIGHT HAMMER, STOEGER COACH GUN 410ga SXS Double Barrel 2x BLUED HAMMERS #AB2019, SAVAGE STEVENS 311 515 Double Barrel Shotgun Parts Right Hammer NEW, 1920s Antique Hardware Ad Double Barrell Shotguns(Hammer & Hammerless), SAVAGE STEVENS 311 515 Double Barrel Shotgun Parts Cocking lever HAMMER pin, Leave feedback about your eBay search experience - opens in new window or tab. Its stamped with the number 158267. Butt plate is origin. This is an original antique circa 1875-1880 double-barreled shotgun with original 18 inch barrels commonly known as a "coach gun". This is one of my favorite opening mechan, Webley & Scott 12ga hammergun 30" barrels With 2 1/2" chambers Excellent bores Late black powder proof Lockup is tight Choked .002/.038 Cylinder/Full Bores .733/.737 or, Auguste Francotte best hammer game/light pigeon 29 1/2" extractor barrels 2 1/2" 1 1/8oz nitro proof Crossbolt action with sideclips choked .006/.020 Bores .725/.725 proofed, William Cashmore 12ga hammergun 30" non ejector barrels with 2 1/2" 1 1/8oz nitro proof Matted rib with crossbolt lockup Chokes .000/.020 cylinder/mod Bores measure .719/.719, Husqvarna 51 12ga. Some of the finds are smaller USA-based manufacturers, while most other makers are from the UK or Belgium. Area Code: 314. Factory finish o, History Lovers Check This Out.. Wilkes Barre Gun Company from WIlkes Barre PA. Theres also an element of pride in their ownership. Fine Antique Back Action Double Barrel Rifle; Serial No. Antonio Zoli Shotguns; Arrietta Shotguns; AYA Shotguns; B Misc Shotguns; Baikal Shotguns. The stages carried passengers, mail, and gold: Juicy targets for outlaws. While the CZ Sharptail Coach offers similar esthetics and dimensions with internal hammers and a single mechanical trigger, it too has fixed cylinder chokes. Thanks. FRED WILLIAMS ENGLAND 8GA HAMMERGUN MAKE OFFER!! Shotgun PARTS: Hammer Spring & Rod, NR Davis 12 Gauge SxS Shotgun Hammer - LEFT. If you dont have the well-trained muscle memory to cock the hammers before shooting and to cock them after reloading, while also minding the manual safety and double triggers during a high-pressure, life-or-death defensive situation, a more modern double gun is a better choice. His guns are considered some of the best sporting guns produced by Germany during his time. First, look at the markings on the barrels. American Arms Shotguns; Antique (Pre-1899) Shotguns - Misc. . Learn how your comment data is processed. Action works properly. Specificationes Checkered forend and pistol, 32" checkerd rib, F/F, DT's, ext., checkered select American walnut, gorgeous vividly colored & figured Damascus bbls, 14 3/8" LOP over checkered orig buttplate, 1 5/8"DAC - 3", 28 inch barrels that are choked Improved Cylinder & Cylinder with bright very good bores showing some sparsely scattered light pitting. The Hammer Coach shotgun from CZ is a modern version of a classic exposed hammer 12-gauge side-by-side. There are other companies that you can choose from. Less known than the other brands, the Baker isnt as well thought of as the other makers, but they were fine guns. It looks great, but Ill say this: I only ran two 3-inch magnums loads through this gun for a reason, and high ammo prices wasnt it. Double Rifles, Vintage Hammer Guns PARKER PARKER - HAMMER LIFTER $250 GRADE 12 GAUGE $14,500.00 SBFG 18912 32" DAMASCUS BARRELS WITH CYLINDER BORES 2 1/2" CHAMBERS BORES ARE GREAT THE GUN IS ORIGINAL AND UNTOUCHED DOUBLE TRIGGER EXTRACTORS SPLINTER FOREARM PISTOL GRIP SKELETON BUTT 8LBS 4 OZ 2 7/8 DAH 2 DAC 14 1/8 LOP 12 Gauge, Vintage Hammer Guns You can look for the patterns on antique specialist forums, search by Googles reverse image search, or go to the product catalog of different manufacturers and see which models are most similar. S/N: 200079. All these makers had a field grade level of gun that came in a basic stock configuration with little adornment and different barrel lengths, as well as gauge and choke choices. Many European manufacturers, especially those in Belgium and Great Britain, were also making them. Click on picture! Unfortunately, given that double barrel shotguns were made in numerous countries and then exported to the USA, chances are that not all of them will state the manufacturer and serial number in the same way. Side by side with 30"" damascus barrels choked cylinder and modified. All original and matching in the 3,xxx serial range. Parkers come in several different frame sizes for different purposes, allowing for light and handy 12-gauge bird guns and substantial 12 gauges for waterfowl hunting. All originated in New York State except Parker, in Connecticut, and early Foxes originating in Philadelphia, but later made in New York. Here is an item from a relative of mine that it seems some of you may enjoy. Such a gun could be brought to bear quickly, pointed easily, and could unleash a significant payload with a decent spread at even close ranges to fend off aggressors on horseback. SN is 79xx, all numbers match. The stamp or seal denoting the manufacturer, serial number and/or date of manufacture is often deeply etched into the shotgun, usually somewhere underneath it. They are truly handmade guns, though, and if you do your homework before buying, they are almost certain to escalate in value over time. Parker Brothers - One of the most famous shotgun manufacturers started making double barrel shotguns in 1868. Just $1 per month , Rounding out an Old-West Arsenal with a classic 12-gauge side-by-side, By Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. Understanding the history of double-barrel shotguns is important in the evaluation of them, and is one of the reasons antique double barrel shotguns are still popular today, with avid buyers from around the globe looking for that perfect piece to add to their ever-growing collection. Pistol grip stock. Im in the process of restoring my grandfathers sxs. Game scene engraved action with, Parker Brothers VHE SXS Shotgun 26" Barrels 16 GA, ITHACA " FLUES " 1 1/2 GRADE MODEL 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN, Lefever "H" grade 12 ga beautiful brown patina Damascus antique, AMERICAN ARMS COMPANY 12 Ga. SIDE SWING DOUBLE HAMMERGUN, Meriden Gun Co "The Berkshire" 12 gauge shotgun, NICELY DONE DAVID KIRKWOOD SxS 2-BARREL SET 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, PARKER BROS. VHE 12 GAUGE - 32" VENT RIB BARRELS, COLT MODEL 1883 HAMMERLESS SHOTGUN 12 GAUGE, EXTREMELY FINE COLT 1878 10 GAUGE DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER SHOTGUN, 1880s SCARCE Antique COLT Model 1878 12 Gauge DB Side x Side HAMMER SHOTGUN CASEHARDENED Double Barrel Made in 1882. Smith Field Grade 12 Gauge Shotgun S/N: FWE111160. Barrels: 30" Chambers: 2 3/4" LOP: 14" DAC: 1 7/8" DAH: 2 7/8" Chokes: Full & modified Weight: 7.5 lbs Gun, Colt Model 1878, 12 Gauge, 26" barrels, improved cylinder & modified, tight on face, no barrel pitting, stock refinished in the past, sharp checkering, no cracks or chips out of stock, excell, 30" Damascus barrels , chambered 2 3/4" Pidgeon grade engraving on side locks & action Very fine condition 85 % vivid Damascus figure on barrels 50/60% muted case colors Stock and b, HIGH GRADE FOREHAND ARMS CO., WORCESTER, MASS. You can find anything from the USA-made shotguns to Belgian-based manufacturers that shipped their shotguns to the USA. The original steel barrels are in super condition and the stock is sound and has great modern dimensions. Thats why its a smart idea to seek professional help. Please call Mark 715-814-1295 Pack and ship $55 LAYAWAY:Layaway is available with 1/3 down of final total price including shipping/, Midland hammergun 12 gauge, 3" chambers, 30" barrels feature a flat top file cut rib choked improved modified and full. All SN do match on the metal. Time left: 5d 4h | Starting bid: US $51.00 [ 0 bids] Bid Amount - Enter US $51.00 or more. Mag. Instead, youll have to think bigger and search every corner of the internet until you find some smaller shop that will still ship to your address under the established policy and rules. The older doubles were generally based on the Anson Deeley System. The Golden age of American shotguns lasted only about 40 years, from about 1890 until the Great Depression. Instead of a pin on a half circle, the Lefever hinged on a ball and socket and the ball could be adjusted for wear. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. The short barrels allow a gunner to maneuver within the confines of the drivers box of a stage, and the spread of shot made hitting moving targets while firing from a wooden box that was bouncing along unpaved roads an achievable feat. 1880s SCARCE Antique COLT Model 1878 12 Gauge DB Side x Side HAMMER SHOTGUN CASEHARDENED Double Barrel Made in 1882 Here we present an antique Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, manuf .Click for more info Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Area Code: 314 $2,200.00 1918 small Print Ad of The American Double-Barrel Hammer & Hammerless Shotgun, Antique Double Barrel Shotgun Hammer Sidelock Matching Plates WESTON, (STGUN43) Advert5x4" Double Barrel Marco 12 Bore Hammer Shot Gun, Elderkin & Son, (STGUN92) Advert5x4" Elderkin & Son Ltd, Double Barrel Marco Hammer Shot Guns, (STGUN77) Advert5x4" Elderkin & Son Ltd, Double Barrel Marco Hammer Shot Guns, (STGUN90) Advert5x4" Elderkin & Son Of Spalding - Double Barrel Hammer Shot Guns, (STGUN62) Advert5x4" Elderkin & Son Offer Double Barrel Marco Hammer Shot Guns, Vintage Parker Hammer Shotgun 12 ga Double Barrels, VINTAGE MANHATTAN ARMS CO DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN LOCK SET LOCKS PAIR HAMMER, Vintage Double Barrel Shotgun Sling swivels Hammer Double, Double Barrel shotgun barrel (Unknown) 30" Barrel, STEVENS MODEL 311A 12GA SxS Double Barrel 2x HAMMERS LEVERS SPRINGS & PINS, ACME ARMS F Dumoulin 12GA SxS 18.25" DOUBLE BARREL Hammer Shotgun Belgium A1020, J&L RUTTEN, Belgium 12GA O/U Double Barrel PARTS LOT: Hammers,+++ #AC9093, William Moore (WM. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. 14 3/8 LOP to curved wood. Have a blessed remainder of the day and upcoming weekend! Tight on face and ready for the field. This is a DHE model which means it is a D grade with Ejectors. Their shotguns were made in 12, 16, and 20 gauge. 30 Damascus barrel , 2 chambers Black powder proof , . Nice wood. Checkered splinter foend and pistol grip buttstock ending wit, Colt 1883 Side by Side Hammerless gun. It can easily be opened, Hammerguns - This great eight is in great condition! $449.97. I believe it stands for Wesley Richards. Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. This shotgun features Damascus barrels, color case-hardened receiver, and with scroll engravings. AUBREY DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN LEFT HAMMER. There are more double barrel shotgun makers than you can count when it comes to American manufacturers. Lefever Arms Co: Introduced in 1883, these side-by-sides are part boxlock, part sidelock, and the first commercially successful hammerless shotguns made in the United States. There are plenty of options online, like different forums, websites specializing in firearms, as well as private antique dealers who offer their services online. The term originated in the 1858 when Wells Fargo & Co. messengers were outfitted with short Ithaca shotguns to guard stagecoach shipments along the lawless 2,800-mile route from Tipton, Missouri to San Francisco. Tight on face and field ready. 2 of a pair of toplever bar-in-wood hammer game guns, Weight at completion: 6lb., Barrels are 28 1/2\" an, *** SOLD *** CONDITION * CONDITION * CONDITION *** W.R. Pape of Newcastle-on-Tyne was justifiably known as the Purdey of, Nicely engraved F. Willliams 16 gauge hammer gun. This double-barrel 12-gauge shotgun features two fully functioning external hammers, Guns Listing ID: 715736Paying homage to one of the most known personages of the old West, the Pedersoli Wyatt Earp is a beautifully crafted, high-quality side-side-by shotgun. French Pinfire 16Ga This 100+ year old shotgun features Damascus barrels, an even brown patina on all metal, and all metal except the barrels is covered with Gold line and Silver dot inlays, Dolphi .Click for more info Seller: DENVER GUN ROOM Area Code: 303 $3,000.00 NEW THIS WEEK! Just a rabbit eared double barrel that the breech opens for loading cartridges. They can be used as they are, with the patina of their long years of service, or restored to look like they just came from the factory. Advertisement. In spite of this, most aficionados of old doubles agree they have no trouble digesting modern ammunition as long as you stay away from high-pressure loads. For more recent exchange rates, please use the. with 35" barrels. Many antique double barrel shotguns are worth a great deal of money, depending on their make, model, and condition. Except for these 10 affordable double-barrel shotguns that definitely buck the trend. You will notice the elegant and sophisticated manufacturing whether youre buying from German, French, Belgian or Spanish companies. The 20-inch barrels and overall length of 37.3-inch mean this shotgun is within the parameters of a coach gun while still being transferrable as a shotgun with no tax stamp or registration required. Would you know anyone with knowledge of this kind of firearm? There were more different designs of Ithaca guns than any other American classic, including both hammer and hammerless models. Good remaining colors and bluing. Bakers were also sidelock guns, and they sold for a little less than the other brands, but they were very well finished both inside and out. The Fox design was simple with less moving parts and coil springs. Updated Apr 23, 2021 5:04 PM EDT.