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Lot #3404
Lot #3406

Lot 3405: Engraved John Wilkes 28 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Lot 3405: Engraved John Wilkes 28 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 2, 2018

Estimated Price: $1,700 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Engraved John Wilkes 28 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Wilkes John
Model: Double Barrel
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 28
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1396
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 170
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Single bead sight on the smooth concave rib marked "JOHN WILKES 31 GERRARD STREET LONDON. W", 2 3/4 inch chambers single extractor, standard British proofs on the flats, light engraving at the breech, and modified/improved modified chokes. The receiver features fine scroll engraving with "JOHN WILKES" banners on the sides, dual triggers, and automatic tang safety. Checkered splinter forearm with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with blank initial oval and solid Decelerator recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .551/.551 inch; minimum wall thickness .034/.034 inch; drop at comb 1 3/8 inches; drop at heel 1 3/4 inches; length of pull 14 1/4 inches.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The professionally refinished barrels have 98% deep blue finish, sharp markings, and some small nicks and scratches. The receiver has an attractive aged gray patina with well-defined engraving and markings. There is a screw through the upper tang that is not original to the gun. The refinished wood is also fine with small dings throughout, added recoil pad, some light chipping on the forearm edges, and visibly worn checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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