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Lot 369: Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 30, 2013

Lot 369: Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 30, 2013

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 10
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2578
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 38
Class: Antique
Rating:

OD - VERY GOOD- all original parts; none to 30% original finish; original metal surfaces smooth with all edges sharp; clear lettering, numerals and design on metal; wood slightly scratched or bruised.

Description:

Manufactured in 1884. 3" chambers, extractor and 13 1/2" LOP. The accompanying factory letter verifies the gauge, 28" barrels weight 9 1/2 Ibs. "Yes $65.00" for factory engraving and that it was shipped to Andrus & Naedele, Hartford, Conn. on March 21, 1884. Remarks state that the gun was manufactured with 32" barrels but they were cut off at the factory to 28". Writer believes the factory engraving is an error.

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