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Lot 2395: Famars Avantis Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun

Outstanding Factory Engraved Famars Avantis Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 6, 2017

Lot 2395: Famars Avantis Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun

Outstanding Factory Engraved Famars Avantis Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 6, 2017

Estimated Price: $20,000 - $30,000
Price Realized:
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Outstanding Factory Engraved Famars Avantis Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Famars A & S
Model: Avantis
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1643
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 205
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured by the firm of Abbiatico & Salvinelli, better known to most as FAMARS of Brescia, Italy, a producer of fine bespoke sporting arms. Single steel bead sight on the concave rib barrels with 3 inch chambers, ejectors, and modified/full chokes. The left barrel is inscribed "Abbiatico & Salvinelli" in fine script with a light scroll flourish on top of the rib, and border engraving at the breech. The satin coin finished receiver features full coverage floral and scroll engraving with contrasting darkened backgrounds, "Abbiatico & Salvinelli" on each side, and a highly detailed field scene of two quail in flight over a detailed cloud scape in a masterfully executed Bulino style. The underside is signed "INC. VENZI S." on the right side near the trigger plate. Features FAMARS patented removable trigger group with gold washed internal hammers. Even the hidden screw heads in the locks are engraved. Mounted on a high grade, fancy checkered splinter forearm with engraved fittings and an inset gold inscription shield. The buttstock is highly figured with bold mineral lines, fine line checkering, and a bare checkered butt. The barrel and stock dimensions are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .626/.626 inch; wall thickness at 9 inches from breech .042/.042 inch; drop at comb 1 3/8 inches; drop at heel 1 7/8 inches; length of pull 15 inches; zero cast; toe out; weight 6 Lbs. 5.8 Oz. Includes a Famars takedown case with a stock wrench and papers.

Rating Definition:

Excellent. 99% original finish remains with minimal light handling marks overall. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent with some light marks on the exterior.



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