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Lot 1500: T. Stensby & Co. Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Factory Engraved T. Stensby & Co. Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Lot 1500: T. Stensby & Co. Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Factory Engraved T. Stensby & Co. Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved T. Stensby & Co. Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: British
Model: Double Barrel
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1857
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 399
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured between 1930 and 1934 according to Nigel Brown on page 179 of "British Gunmakers Volume Two: Birmingham, Scotland, and the Regions". Built with blued steel barrels featuring a single brass bead sight on the matted solid rib, Sleeved marked on the flats along with 1979 and 1986 dated Birmingham reproofs, choke constrictions of .021/.035 inches, and 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to a coin finished boxlock action which displays floral scroll engraving surrounding "T. STENSBY & Co." banners on either side and featuring double triggers and a tang mounted manual safety. The gun is fitted with a beautifully figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and a straight grip stock with teardrop carved drop points, blank silver inscription oval, and a Kick-Eez recoil pad. Includes a wood and leather takedown case and a pair of snap caps. Stock measurements: 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 9/16 inch drop at heel; 14 7/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 8 lbs. 7 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as refurbished, retaining 99% blue and coin finishes, purple hue on the triggerguard, minor handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the replacement wood. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.



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