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Lot #3653
Lot #3655

Lot 3654: Factory Engraved August Francotte Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 10, 2023

Lot 3654: Factory Engraved August Francotte Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 10, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000

Factory Engraved August Francotte Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Francotte A
Model: Side By Side
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1107
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 matted solid rib, bands of floral engraving at either breech, import mark under the forend, and 2 1/2 inch chambers with selective ejectors. The coin finished hand detachable sidelock action displays extensive floral scroll engraving which extends to the toplever, trigger guard, and both tangs. The gun features double triggers (front is articulated) and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings, including the Anson button release, and straight grip stock with red rubber recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.4mm (.724 inches) and measured .731/.728 inches; choke constriction .022/.030 inches; minimum wall thickness .020/.020 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 8 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 99% blue and coin finishes, some very minor subsurface pitting at the right breech, minimal minor handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



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