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Lot 1471: E. Schmidt & Habermann Back Action Hammer Drilling

Fine Antique Relief Engraved and Gold Inlaid E. Schmidt & Habermann Back Action Hammer Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1471: E. Schmidt & Habermann Back Action Hammer Drilling

Fine Antique Relief Engraved and Gold Inlaid E. Schmidt & Habermann Back Action Hammer Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Fine Antique Relief Engraved and Gold Inlaid E. Schmidt & Habermann Back Action Hammer Drilling

Manufacturer: German
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16/11mm
Barrel: 27 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1349
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 399
Class: Antique
Description:

Blued Damascus steel shotgun barrels and fluid steel rifle barrel with a beaded blade front sight and flip-up rear sight on the matted solid rib which is marked "E. Schmidt & Haberman, Suhl." in fine gold inlay along with multi-color gold scroll at the base of the rib and in wedges at either breech. The casehardened back action displays deep floral scroll with game scenes and features rebounding hammers, tang mounted barrel selector, and tang peep sight. Nicely figured checkered forend and round pistol grip stock with cheekpiece three letter initials in inscription oval, and engraved steel trapdoor buttplate. Length of pull 13 7/8 inches. Weight 7 lbs. 5 oz.

Rating Definition:

Fine, showing a smooth brown patina on the barrels, smooth grey patina on the action and locks, light handling evidence, some light spotting in areas, and overall sharp checkering on the very fine wood. Mechanically needs work as shotgun firing pins and left lock mainspring are absent.



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