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Lot 3583: Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailed Belgian "Knock About" Shotgun

Factory Engraved Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailed Belgian .410 Bore "Knock About" Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 19, 2024

Lot 3583: Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailed Belgian "Knock About" Shotgun

Factory Engraved Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailed Belgian .410 Bore "Knock About" Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 19, 2024

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Von Lengerke & Detmold Retailed Belgian .410 Bore "Knock About" Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Belgium
Model: The Knock About Gun
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 410
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1721
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 324
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Built with blued steel barrels featuring a single nickel bead sight on the matte concave solid rib, "THE KNOCK ABOUT GUN" marked on the right tube, unclear New York retailer on the left tube, 2 1/2 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and choke constrictions of .005/.018 inches. The barrels are fitted to a petite casehardened boxlock action which is marked on the left side "THE KNOCK ABOUT GUN", the right side is marked "VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD /NEW YORK", and the underside is marked "BELGIUM" along with attractive scrollwork. The gun features a pair of triggers and a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "S" marking. The gun is mounted with an attractively figured and multi-point checkered forend and round knob pistol grip stock with a blank silver inscription oval and a horn buttplate. Included is a period oak & leather takedown case with a set of cleaning tools. Stock measurements: 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 9/16 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; weight 4 lbs. 2 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 95% plus blue finish, 80% original case colors, minor handling evidence, some spotting on the barrels, a few dings and scratches in the wood, and sharp wood checkering. The case is good. Mechanically excellent.



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