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Lot #1377

Lot 1376: Engraved and Gold Inlaid Fox Upgraded FE Grade Shotgun

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Fox Upgraded FE Grade Style Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Lot 1376: Engraved and Gold Inlaid Fox Upgraded FE Grade Shotgun

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Fox Upgraded FE Grade Style Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Estimated Price: $15,000 - $25,000

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Fox Upgraded FE Grade Style Double Barrel 20 Gauge Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Fox A H
Model: Fe
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 27 3/4 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1545
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 286
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured circa 1906 to 1940, this is an upgraded FE Grade style shotgun which features blue barrels and trigger guard, as well as a casehardened box lock receiver, break lever and forearm latch assembly and hardware. Dual bead sights on the matte vent rib with two gold inlaid bars and a 2 inch wedge of floral scroll engraving with a gold inlaid game bird on each side at the breech end. The top of the right barrel at the breech end is marked "A.H. FOX Co. PHILA PA. U.S.A.", and "Made By Berl Becker" on the left. The barrels have 3 inch chambers modified/full, chokes and ejectors. The action, trigger guard, break lever, tangs and forearm hardware are engraved with fine floral scroll and gold inlaid relief flower designs. Each side of the action is gold inlaid relief engraved "ANSLEY H. FOX" in a banner, and the underside has two relief engraved gold inlaid hunting dogs. The break lever has a gold inlaid flower, and there is gold relief "MNH" on the trigger guard. The serial number on the lower tang is also gold relief inlaid. The matching serial number is marked on the barrel flat. The water table is marked with the matching serial number, "20 GA." and "GRADE FE/Special". Mounted with extra fancy floral bordered checkered walnut beaver tail forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with a serrated horn buttplate. The forearm hardware is engraved inside and out, and the inside is marked with the matching serial number and "GRADE FE". Drop at the heel is 2 1/4 inches, drop at the comb is 1 1/4 inches, and the length of pull is 14 7/8 inches. Complete in a tan with "P.E.H." embossed on the lid, wine colored lining with Fox and Abercrombie & Fitch Co. labels affixed to the inside of the lid. In the case are a two piece wooden cleaning rod, nickel oiler, two nickel snap caps, bore mop and a leather strap.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as upgraded overall with 98% refinished blue finish remaining showing some minor thinning on the breech end, sides of the barrels and light handling/storage marks. 99% original vivid case colors remain on the remaining metal surfaces with only some slight high point wear on the fences. All of the gold inlay remains. The wood shows a few minor dents and dings, and some minor high point wear on the otherwise sharp checkering. The markings and engraving are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with some moderate wear and scuffs on the exterior, all but one corner protector has come off (two in the case), and one front strap guide is absent. The lining shows some minor wear.



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