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Lot 387: F. Illi Piotti King 1 20 Gauge Sidelock Side by Side Shotgun

Factory Engraved Granetti Signed F. Illi Piotti King 1 20 Gauge Side Lock Side by Side Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Lot 387: F. Illi Piotti King 1 20 Gauge Sidelock Side by Side Shotgun

Factory Engraved Granetti Signed F. Illi Piotti King 1 20 Gauge Side Lock Side by Side Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Estimated Price: $8,500 - $13,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Granetti Signed F. Illi Piotti King 1 20 Gauge Side Lock Side by Side Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Piotti
Model: King
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 27 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2408
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 231
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blue steel, dovetail lump barrels with single brass bead sight on the matte, concave rib, standard markings, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, cylinder/improved cylinder chokes, underside of left barrel marked "W L MOORE, WESTLAKE, CA, "MOD. KING 1.", and standard Italian proofs on the flats. Casehardened receiver and Holland & Holland pattern side locks with cocking indicators, dual triggers, and automatic sliding tang safety. The receiver and locks feature full coverage, tight scroll engraving with detailed floral flourishes. The tangs and rolled trigger guard are engraved to match and signed "GRANETTI" on the left side of the trigger. Attractively figured, checkered walnut straight grip stock and splinter forearm with engraved fittings, Anson latch, Piotti crest in gold inlay, and leather wrapped recoil pad. With leather bound takedown case with Piotti interior label and snap caps. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 3/8 inches.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with 95% original blue finish on the barrels, some light muzzle wear, small surface scratches, and some bright forearm marks. The receiver and locks have 65% original casehardened finish with some edge wear, uniform gray patina on the underside, and crisp, well defined engraving. The wood is also excellent with attractive figure, sharp checkering, and some small dings. Mechanically excellent. Case is good with stiff straps, scuffs and dings throughout the exterior, and corner and edge wear.



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