Blued Krupp Fluid Steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted concave solid rib, standard Philadelphia barrel markings, attractive wedges of scrollwork engraved at either breech, and chambers measured 2 3/4 inches with automatic ejectors. The casehardened boxlock action displays beautifully executed leafy vine engraving surrounding "ANSLEY H. FOX" and a pair of game birds in ovals on either side and a fox standing in a field scene on the underside. The engraving extends to the tangs, toplever, and trigger guard which is also inlaid with a gold "MS" for the original owner. The gun features a single selective trigger and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Beautiful, highly figured multi-point checkered splinter forend with ebony tip insert and engraved fittings, including the Deeley style release and straight grip stock with a leather faced red rubber recoil pad. The included factory letter confirms the grade, barrel length, and special features when it was shipped to the firm of Gus Habich, Indianapolis, IN, on December 15, 1915. Also included is a canvas and leather bound takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .728/.730 inches; choke constriction .037/.038 inches; minimum wall thickness .020/.016 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 1 15/16 inch drop at heel; 14 1/16inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 15 oz.

Very fine as masterfully partially restored, retaining 99% blue finish on the barrels, 30% original blue on the trigger guard, and 50% original case colors with the balance an attractive silvered patina. The gun shows only minor handling evidence with a tiny spot of subsurface pitting on the left barrel. The wood is also very fine with beautiful color and sharp recut checkering. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.