Lot 753:Colt 1883-Shotgun 10

September 7th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Lot 753:Colt 1883-Shotgun 10

September 7th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,500

Colt Model 1883 Side by Side Hammerless 10 Gauge Damascus Barrel Shotgun

Manufactured in 1895 with a single brass bead sight on a concave matte rib, choked modified/improved modified and 2 3/4 inch chambers with extractor. The rib is marked "COLT S PT F A MFG CO HARTFORD CT U S A" and the bottom of the receiver is marked "PATENTED/AUG. 22. SEP. 19. 1882.". Mounted on a multi-point checkered splinter forearm with ebony forend insert and round knob pistol grip stock with initial oval and hard rubber buttplate. Length of pull is 13 inches.

ConditionGood, retaining 60% of the damascus pattern mostly in the protected areas. The barrels appear to have been cleaned. There is a patch of minor pitting and a few light dings in the left barrel. 25% case colors remain with some areas of light surface oxidation. The wood is also good with scattered dings, scratches and a small crack in the forearm. Buttplate is chipped and cracked. Rear trigger needs work.

Details

ManufacturerColt

Model1883-SHOTGUN

TypeShotgun

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge10

Barrel30 inch solid rib

Finishbrown/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL