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  • Lot #939
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Lot 939: Three American Double Barrel Shotguns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Lot 939: Three American Double Barrel Shotguns

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 4, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Whitney Safety Fire Arms Co. Squeeze Safety Shotgun

Manufacturer: Whitney Safety Firearms Co.
Model: Double Barrel
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 1/8 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 964
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured c. 1889-1894. Fitted with double triggers and a squeeze safety integrated into the lower tang. Chambers marked 2 3/4" with extractor, chokes measured full/full, and 14 1/4" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good, original finish with attractive Damascus patterns, greyed action, and moderate handling evidence. The forend is chipped, there are dings in the wood, and well-defined checkering. Mechanically needs work, right barrel does not always fire.



B) Lefever D Grade Shotgun

Manufacturer: Lefever Arms Co
Model: D Grade
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 964
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured in 1899. Chambers measured 2 3/4" with ejectors, chokes measured modified/improved modified, and 14" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Very good, original finish with mostly smooth grey patina, some minor spotting, some dings and scratches on the wood, and well defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.



C) Lefever H Grade Shotgun

Manufacturer: Lefever Arms Co
Model: H Grade
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 964
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Manufactured in 1906. Chambers measured 2 5/8" with ejectors, chokes measured improved modified/modified, and 13 7/8" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good, original finish mostly turned grey patina and some spotting and handling evidence. The stock is cracked through the wrist and has dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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