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  • Auction Catalog #74
  • Lot #1771
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Lot 1771: Spain - side by side

Consecutively Numbered Engraved Matched Pair of Union Armera Denton & Kennel Auto Opener Double Barrel Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1771: Spain - side by side

Consecutively Numbered Engraved Matched Pair of Union Armera Denton & Kennel Auto Opener Double Barrel Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000

A) Union Armera Denton & Kennel Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Spain
Model: side by side
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 7/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 914
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 361
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

This fine matched pair features single bead sights on smooth concave ribs marked "DENTON & KENNEL BY UNION ARMERA" with a gold inlaid "1" and "2" on each gun respectively. With 2 3/4 inch chambers, automatic ejectors, auto opening action, and improved cylinder/improved modified chokes. The receiver and hand detachable locks feature flourishes of fine scroll engraving with "DENTON & KENNEL" marked on each lock. With dual triggers and tang mounted safeties. Checkered splinter forearm with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with blank initial ovals, and skip-line checkered bare butts. "A" gun barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .724/.724 inch; minimum wall thickness .038/.038 inch; drop at comb 1 5/8 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 7/8 inches. Consecutively numbered to gun "B" of this lot.

Rating Definition:

Fine. 95% original blue finish remains on the barrels with scattered light surface scratches, some light freckling, and some mild edge wear on the trigger guard. The wood is very good with handling marks throughout, small dings, numerous dents around the butt edge, and a small chip in the forearm. Mechanically excellent.



B) Union Armera Denton & Kennel Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Grulla
Model: Sidelock
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 7/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 914
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 361
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

As described in "A". Barrel and stock measurements are: 2 3/4 inch chambers; improved cylinder/full chokes; bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .725/.725 inch; minimum wall thickness .037/.037 inch; drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/4 inches; length of pull 14 7/8 inches. Consecutively numbered to gun "A" of this lot.

Rating Definition:

Fine. 95% original blue finish remains on the barrels with some muzzle wear, light surfaces scratches, and handling marks. The wood is good with 3 inch visible cracks on either side of the wrist, well defined crisp checkering, and some small dings. Mechanically excellent.



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