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Lot 510: Engraved Charles Lancaster Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Factory Engraved Charles Lancaster 16 Gauge Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Lot 510: Engraved Charles Lancaster Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Factory Engraved Charles Lancaster 16 Gauge Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Charles Lancaster 16 Gauge Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Lancaster Charles
Model: Over/Under
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1696
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 434
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured between 1911 and 1921 per page 121 of Nigel Brown's "British Gunmakers Volume One: London", Built with blued steel barrels featuring a single bead sight on the upper barrel, a wedge of scroll engraving at the breech extending toward the muzzle along with a single band, "CHARLES LANCASTER 11 PANTON St. HAYMARKET. LONDON" and "HAMMERLESS EJECTOR PATENT." marked on the right and left ribs respectively, import mark under forend, period London proofs, and chambers marked 2 9/16 inches with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to a casehardened sidelock action which displays floral scroll engraving surrounding "CHARLES LANCASTER" signatures on either lockplate and continuing onto the triggerguard, toplever, and both tang. The gun features a single trigger and a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". The gun is mounted with a beautifully figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and black tip and a round knob pistol grip stock with teardrop carved drop points, a blank gold inscription oval, and a checkered bare butt. Includes an oak & leather takedown case containing snap caps, oiler, and cleaning tools. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed at "16" (.662 inches) and measured .664 inches; choke constriction .016/.006 inches; minimum wall thickness .037/.041 inches; 1 1/4 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 15 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 7 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally refurbished, retaining 99% blue and coin finishes with some fading of the markings, minor handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is very good. Mechanically excellent.



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