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Lot #3652

Lot 3651: Factory Engraved Famars Castore Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 10, 2023

Lot 3651: Factory Engraved Famars Castore Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 10, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,750 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Famars Castore Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufacturer: Famars A & S
Model: Castore
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 7/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 877
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 358
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued steel barrels with a single steel bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib which has a flourish of scroll at the breech, "Armi Famars" marked on left barrel, import mark under forend, 1972 dated Italian proofs, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with single extractor. The coin finished hammer fired action displays tasteful light floral scroll engraving, intricate hammers, and an attractive pierced toplever. The gun features double triggers and rebounding hammers. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend with Anson button release and straight grip stock with checkered bare butt. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.4mm (.724 inches) and both measured .727 inches; choke constriction .021/.042 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.028 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; cast-on; weight 6 lbs. 14 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes, minor handling evidence, minor spotting on the underside of the action, and overall sharp checkering on the wood with a few pressure marks. Mechanically excellent.



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