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Lot #337

Lot 336: Engraved and Gold Inlaid Victor Sarasqueta Sidelock Shotgun

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Victor Sarasqueta Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Lot 336: Engraved and Gold Inlaid Victor Sarasqueta Sidelock Shotgun

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Victor Sarasqueta Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $6,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Victor Sarasqueta Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Sarasqueta Victor
Model: Side Lock
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 27 5/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/gold/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1921
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 266
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1951. Blued, Bristaradun steel chopper lump barrels with single steel bead on the on the matted, concave solid rib that is marked with "ADE VICTOR SARASQUETA-EIBAR" and Victor Sarasqueta trade mark, both of which are both inlaid in gold. The barrels have chambers marked at 70 mm (2 3/4 inches), import mark under the forearm, standard markings on the flats, and engraved wedges at either breech showing floral work and a hind and stag on both. Coin finished sidelock action with relief engraved floral designs and a pair of dogs on point with a pair of birds on the left lockplate, a lion and lioness on the underside, a trio of ducks on the triggerguard, and two dogs chasing a hare on the right lockplate. Double triggers, automatic tang mounted safety switch, and bushed firing pins. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered walnut forearm with engraved fittings and Anson button style release and nicely figured walnut straight grip stock with orange rubber recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both marked 18.5 mm (.728 inches) and measured .727/.726 inches; choke constriction marked at .7/1.2 mm (.027/.047 inches) and measured at .025/.044 inches; minimum wall thickness .033/.031 inches; 1 1/4 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 14 3/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 3 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes, mild handling evidence, and some scattered areas of light oxidation on the metal. The wood is also very fine with a few minor marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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