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Lot 493: Aguirre & Aranzabal "Augusta" Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Aguirre & Aranzabal "Augusta" Hand Detachable Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 2, 2025

Lot 493: Aguirre & Aranzabal "Augusta" Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Aguirre & Aranzabal "Augusta" Hand Detachable Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 2, 2025

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved and Silver Plated Aguirre & Aranzabal "Augusta" Hand Detachable Sidelock Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case

Manufacturer: Aguirre & Aranzabal (AYA)
Model: Over/Under
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 26 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/silver
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 605
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 396
Class: Modern Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with minor signs of use.
Description:

Built with blued steel demiblock barrels featuring a single bead sight on the hand filed flat vent rib with a gold inlaid "1" at the breech, scroll engraving around the breech, importer's mark to the right of the upper chamber, 1974 dated Spanish proof marks, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to the silver plated hand detachable sidelock action with flush lift-up latch, intercepting sears, and double Kersten crossbolts which displays full coverage relief engraved scrollwork over a blackened background creating a highly attractive contrast and surrounding "AGUIRRE Y ARANZABAL - EIBAR" in a banner on the underside before spilling onto the toplever, triggerguard, and both tangs, which are also silver plated. The gun features gold centerlined cocking indicators, a single selective trigger, gold plated lock parts, and a tang mounted manual safety with gold inlaid "S" indicator. The gun is fitted with a nicely figured and multi-point checkered three-piece forend with engraved forend iron as well as a pistol grip stock with Shelhamer chinstrap, "DRS" cut in the gold inscription oval, and a checkered bare butt. Included is a second matching 26 inch 12 gauge barrel set with a gold "2" on the rib as well as a leather maker's takedown case and extra springs. Barrel measurements for extra set "2" (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .726/.725 inches; choke constriction .026/.041 inches; minimum wall thickness .033/.037 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .727/.726 inches; choke constriction .005/.023 inches; minimum wall thickness .036/.034 inches; 1 3/4 inch drop at comb; 2 7/8 inch drop at heel; 15 3/4 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 7 lbs. 14 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and silver finishes with scattered minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrel set is also excellent, and the case is very fine.



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