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  • Lot #1179
Lot #1178
Lot #1180

Lot 1179: Three Hammer Double Barrel Shotguns

Lot 1179: Three Hammer Double Barrel Shotguns

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A) Meriden Firearms Meriden Special Shotgun

Manufacturer: Meriden Firearms Co
Model: Meriden Special
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 32 inch solid rib
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 337
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are partially bright with scattered pitting.
Description:

The Meriden Firearms Company was active between 1905 and 1918. Chamber measures 2 3/4", choke measures full, and a 14" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with original finish on the barrels, brown patina on the receiver, left barrel has a dent 3" from the muzzle, Wood is cracked and partially repaired around the receiver. Mechanically functions.



B) N.R. Davis Hammer Shotgun

Manufacturer: Davis N R & Co Davis N R & Sons
Model: Hammer
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 32 inch solid rib
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 337
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are mostly bright with scattered pitting.
Description:

"TWIST" marked on the receiver. Chambers measure 3", chokes measure cylinder, and a 14 1/8" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Fair overall with brown patina throughout, mild wear and some repair work on the wrist of the stock. Mechanically functions.



C) Crescent Fire Arms Hammer Shotgun

Manufacturer: Crescent Fire Arms Company
Model: Double Hammer
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 26 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 337
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are mostly bright with scattered frosting/streaking.
Description:

Manufactured 1897-1931. Chambers measure 3" chambers, chokes measure cylinder, and a 13 3/4" LOP.

Rating Definition:

Good overall with case colors in protected areas, brown patina on the balance, and scattered oxidation. Mechanically needs work, left hammer absent and right firing pin sticks.



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