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Lot 1778:Factory Engraved Watson Bros. Double Barrel Shotgun

September 8th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1778:Factory Engraved Watson Bros. Double Barrel Shotgun

September 8th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
Estimated Price$2,250 - $3,500
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Factory Engraved Watson Bros. Double Barrel Shotgun

Single bead sight on the smooth concave rib with "WATSON BROS. GUNMAKERS/13 PALL MALL. LONDON" marked on the barrels, 2 1/2 inch chambers with ejectors, standard proofs on the flats, and full chokes. There is a small importer mark on the underside of the barrel rib at the muzzle. The receiver and locks have light border engraving with fine gold inlaid Watson Bros. makers marks, dual triggers, and automatic sliding tang safety. Checkered forearm with engraved fittings and Anson latch and a straight grip stock with tear drop flats, blank initial oval, and added checkered walnut butt. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .741/.739 inch; minimum wall thickness .030/.030 inch; drop at comb 1 3/8 inches; drop at heel 1 7/8 inches; length of pull 15 5/8 inches.

ConditionFine. 95% original blue finish remains on the barrels with some light edge wear, traces of an old coat of protective varnish, and small importer marking on the underside of the rib near the muzzle. The receiver and locks have 45% original case colors with the balance a smooth brown patina with traces of light spotting. The wood is also fine with moderately worn, though well defined checkering, small dings overall, and the mentioned added butt section. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerWatson Bros
ModelDouble Barrel Shotgun
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel28 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1201
Catalog page368
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