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Lot 476: Game Scene Engraved J. Eberwein Cape Back Action Hammer Gun

Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid J. Eberwein Cape Back Action Hammer Gun with Relief Carved Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Lot 476: Game Scene Engraved J. Eberwein Cape Back Action Hammer Gun

Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid J. Eberwein Cape Back Action Hammer Gun with Relief Carved Stock

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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Factory Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid J. Eberwein Cape Back Action Hammer Gun with Relief Carved Stock

Manufacturer: German
Model: Cape Gun
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16/11mm
Barrel: 27 5/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1944
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 364
Class: Antique
Description:

Blued Guss Stahl barrels with a small blade front and fixed rear sight on the smooth solid rib which is marked "J. Eberwein, Regensburg", gold band and flourish inlaid at the breech, and a single extractor for the chambers. The casehardened hammer back action displays bird and dog scenes on the left and a boar and stag on the right all surrounded by leafy scroll. The gun features non-rebounding hammers and double triggers (front is a single set). Beautifully figured checkered and floral carved forend and straight grip stock with large horn pistol grip and steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Fine, showing an attractive smooth brown patina on the barrels, attractive grey coloration to the action and locks, and mild handling evidence. The forend is missing a few chips; otherwise, the wood is fine with some dings and scratches and mostly crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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