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Lot 2356: Francotte A - Side By Side

Engraved Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marked Auguste Francotte 20 Gauge Double Barrel Side Lock Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Lot 2356: Francotte A - Side By Side

Engraved Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marked Auguste Francotte 20 Gauge Double Barrel Side Lock Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 1, 2018

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marked Auguste Francotte 20 Gauge Double Barrel Side Lock Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Francotte A
Model: Side By Side
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1041
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 171
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight on the concave matte rib with barrels marked "ABERCROMBIE & FITCH Co./U.S. AGENTS NEW - YORK", 2 3/4 inch chambers, automatic ejectors, standard Belgian proofs on the flats, and improved cylinder/improved modified chokes. The receiver and lock plates are fully engraved with fine, flowing floral and scroll designs with Francotte maker's marks on the locks, dual triggers, matching engraved trigger guard, and automatic tang safety. Checkered splinter forearm with engraved fittings, Anson latch, and pistol grip stock with blank initial oval, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .615/.615 inch; minimum wall thickness .032/.032 inch; drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/4 inches; length of pull 14 1/4 inches. With leather bound takedown case with brass inscription plaque marked "R.M.B."

Rating Definition:

Very fine. 95% original blue finish remains with some light dings around the muzzle, handling marks overall, and two touched up deeper dings on the left barrel. The receiver and locks have 50% original subdued case colors with the balance an attractive gray patina with sharp engraving. The wood is also fine with well-defined, moderately worn checkering, small dings overall, and slightly oversized buttplate. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with scuffs and dings on the exterior, and some mild staining.



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