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Lot 866: Two Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: July 10, 2024

Lot 866: Two Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: July 10, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,800
Price Realized:
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A) Colt Model 1878 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1315
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured in 1884. Chambers measured 2 3/4" with extractor, chokes measured improved modified/improved modified, and 14 1/8" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with original finish, handling marks, scattered spotting. Mechanically fair, right firing pin does not properly rebound (action currently will not open).



B) Colt Model 1878 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1315
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Description:

Manufactured in 1881. Chambers measured 2 3/4" with extractor, chokes measured modified/improved modified, and 14" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as refinished, handling marks, spotting. Stock is cracked around receiver plates. Mechanically poor, right hammer does not cock and barrels loose on face.



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