The included factory letter lists the current gauge, barrel length, finish, and wood stock when the gun was shipped to B. Kittredge & Company of Cincinnati, OH, on November 14, 1879. Chambers measured 2 3/4" with extractor, chokes measured modified/modified, and 14 1/8" LOP.

Good overall, original finish with brown patina, some gaps in the fitment, and edge wear. Mechanically excellent.

The included factory letter lists the shotgun in 12 gauge with 30" barrels blue finish, wood stock, grade 1 configuration, and as the sole gun of this type shipped to William Read & Sons in Boston on June 19, 1879. Chambers measured 2 1/2" with extractor, chokes measured modified/improved modified, and 14 1/2" LOP.

Fair, original finish with brown patina, some oxidation, shortened barrels, replacement right hammer and hammer screws, and some chipping and cracking around the wrist. Mechanically functions.