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Lot 1497:N. Hermsen Signed Pre-WWII Belgian Browning Superposed Shotgun

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1497:N. Hermsen Signed Pre-WWII Belgian Browning Superposed Shotgun

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Engraved and Gold Inlaid N. Hermsen Signed Pre-World War II Belgian Browning Superposed Shotgun

Manufactured between 1931 and 1939. Dual white bead sights on the matted vent rib, standard Browning barrel markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and chokes marked "**-"/"**-" (improved cylinder/improved cylinder). The grey finished action features beautiful leafy scroll engraving and gold inlaid borders around multiple game scenes. The left features a pair of quail fleeing a dog in a field, a solitary quail on the underside, a dog on point in a field on the right, and a bust of a dog on the trigger guard. The left side is signed "N.HERMSEN 9/81" at the lower edge. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with Browning recoil pad. Stock measurements: 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 1/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 1 oz.

ConditionVery fine as professionally embellished, retaining 99% reapplied blue and grey finishes, some oil discoloration on the right side of the action, and light handling evidence. The wood is also very fine with a few minor marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
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ManufacturerBrowning Arms
ModelSuperposed
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel26 inch vent rib
Finishblue/grey/gold
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1990
Catalog page255
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