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Lot 1260: Colt Model 1878 Sidelock Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Attractive Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1260: Colt Model 1878 Sidelock Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Attractive Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,250
Price Realized:
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Attractive Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1878
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5744
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 206
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1882. Damascus steel barrels with single bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib, 2 3/4 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .023/.024 inches (modified/modified). The casehardened sidelock action features the "Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co." marking on either lock, nitre blue bolts on the locks and tang, checkered barrel release lever, double triggers, and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forearm with ebony tip insert and Deeley style release latch and a round knob pistol grip stock with smooth steel buttplate. Stock measurements: 2 inch drop at comb; 3 5/16 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 12 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, showing 85% of an attractive vivid Damascus pattern on the barrels, 50% original muted case colors remaining on the action, bright nitre blue on the protected bolts, some areas showing light spotting, and overall light handling evidence. The wood is also very fine and shows a few light marks and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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