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Lot 141: Hollis & Sons Issac - Double Barrel

Massive Panel Scene Engraved Isaac Hollis & Sons Double Barrel 8 Gauge "Market Gun" Percussion Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Lot 141: Hollis & Sons Issac - Double Barrel

Massive Panel Scene Engraved Isaac Hollis & Sons Double Barrel 8 Gauge "Market Gun" Percussion Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500

Massive Panel Scene Engraved Isaac Hollis & Sons Double Barrel 8 Gauge "Market Gun" Percussion Shotgun

Manufacturer: Hollis & Sons Issac
Model: Double Barrel
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 8
Barrel: 38 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 6504
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 70
Class: Antique
Description:

Designed for "market hunting" or killing multiple birds in one shot for the purpose of selling them at the market. Single bead sight on the massive heavy barrels with "ISAAC HOLLIS & SONS MAKERS TO HER MAJESTIES WAR DEPARTMENT". Detailed game scene engraved receiver with hunting dogs and birds, flourishes of fine, tight scroll. The hammers, trigger guard, and tangs are similarly scroll engraved. Heavy straight grip, checkered stock held with two wedges with a flat iron buttplate. Includes brass tipped wooden ramrod. Weight is a substantial 15 lbs. 1 oz.

Rating Definition:

Fine. 40% original aging brown finish remains on the barrels with small scratches, scattered edge wear, and small dings. The locks have hints/patterns of darkened case colors with a mostly dark patina overall with crisp, detailed engraving and small dings. The stock is also fine with well-defined checkering and numerous scattered nicks and dings throughout. Mechanically fine.



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