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Lot #1388

Lot 1387: Francotte Side by Side Hammerless Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Lot 1387: Francotte Side by Side Hammerless Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 20, 2012

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,300
Price Realized:
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Francotte Side by Side Hammerless Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Francotte A
Model: Side By Side
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1236
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 318
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

The solid rib is marked "AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE LIEGE". 2 3/4 inch chambers, choked modified/modified, and ejectors. The box lock action is border engraved and the fences have a scroll engraving. Equipped with double triggers and tang safety. Nicely figured checkered straight grip stock and serrated horn buttplate. Length of pull is 14 1/4 inches. Comes with a takedown case featuring a Francotte label attached to the inside of the lid.

Rating Definition:

Very fine. The barrels retain 90% blue finish showing some heavy rust and spotting on the left barrel and rib. The receiver retains 97% original case colors. The stock is fine with a repair in the grip area, a few minor handling marks, and overall crisp checkering. Some rust on the forearm hardware.



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