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Lot 1555: Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing 20 Gauge RBL Shotgun

Factory Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing 20 Gauge RBL Launch Edition Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2022

Lot 1555: Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing 20 Gauge RBL Shotgun

Factory Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing 20 Gauge RBL Launch Edition Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing 20 Gauge RBL Launch Edition Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co.
Model: RBL
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 28 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1046
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 365
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued RBL Proof steel barrels with single brass bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib, standard barrel markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers, choke tube system (improved cylinder/modified) installed. The casehardened boxlock action displays scroll engraving on all sides with "RBL" on a ribbon on the underside. Single selective trigger and tang mounted automatic safety switch. Beautifully contrasted multi-point checkered beavertail forend with engraved fitting and Anson button release and straight grip stock with plastic buttplate. Includes original shipping box as well as a takedown case containing two snap caps, a nickel oiler, a two piece wooden cleaning rod, shooting glasses, choke tube pouch containing three chokes (skeet, full, and full) and a choke tool. Barrel and stock measurements(R/L): bore 9 inches from the breech .620/.620 inches; minimum wall thickness.029/.025 inches; drop at the comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at the heel 2 3/8 inches; length of pull 14 1/16 inches. Weight 6 lbs. 6 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 98% plus original blue finish and case colors with slight oxidation on the left side of the rib and the left breech and crisp engraving on the barrels and action. Wood is very fine as well with a few minor dings and overall sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with limited storage and handling marks and a warp in the lid.



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