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Lot 477:Two European Percussion Shotguns

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 477:Two European Percussion Shotguns

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

A) Engraved and Gold Inlaid Gosset a Paris Side by Side Shotgun

By former Boutet assistant Louis-Marin Gosset c. 1830.

Rating definitionGood as refinished with distinct Damascus twist patterns, bright gold inlays, mild oxidation/pitting, and general mild wear. The stock is fair with cracks and a slivers absent. The right barrel has what appears to be a jag or worm stuck in it. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerFrench

ModelDouble Barrel Percussion

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Barrel27 5/8 inch solid rib

Finishbrown/gold

Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

B) Engraved, Silver Inlaid, and Carved A. Thobisch in Gablonz Smoothbore Sporting Gun

Manufactured in the mid-19th century. Includes a leather sling.

Rating definitionFine with gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, aged patina on the silver inlays and German silver furniture, some scrapes and dings, and generally minor overall wear. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerEuropean

ModelPercussion

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Barrel28 1/4 inch octagon

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX

Bore conditionGood - Some light pitting or frosted appearance

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