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Lot #1381

Lot 1380: Francotte A Side By Side Shotgun 20

Engraved Auguste Francotte Box Lock Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 1380: Francotte A Side By Side Shotgun 20

Engraved Auguste Francotte Box Lock Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Auguste Francotte Box Lock Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Francotte A
Model: Side By Side
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5589
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 317
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

This shotgun features dual bead sights, 2 3/4 inch chambers, modified/cylinder chokes, and ejectors. The right barrel is marked "ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO" and the left barrel is marked "U.S. AGENTS NEW-YORK". The casehardened receiver and side plates feature an extensive scroll and floral engraving with the side plates marked "A. FRANCOTTE MAKER & PATENTEE LIEGE BELGIUM". The engraving extends to the break lever and trigger guard. Double triggers and tang safety. Nicely figured English walnut and checkered forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with a monogrammed initial oval and a solid Pachmayr Old English recoil pad. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches. Comes with a takedown case featuring a Francotte paper label attached to the inside of the lid, two-piece cleaning rod with attachments, oiler, and a pair of snap caps.

Rating Definition:

Refinished to near new. The barrels retain virtually all of the blue finish with limited pin point pitting under the finish. The receiver and side plates retain 98% of the case colors. The wood is excellent with a few barely noticeable handling marks. The checkering is crisp.



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