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Lot 1238: Colt 10 Ga Model 1883 Grade 2 Double Barrel Shotgun 2 Barrel Set

Documented Factory Game Scene Engraved Colt 10 Gauge Model 1883 Grade 2 Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 26, 2023

Lot 1238: Colt 10 Ga Model 1883 Grade 2 Double Barrel Shotgun 2 Barrel Set

Documented Factory Game Scene Engraved Colt 10 Gauge Model 1883 Grade 2 Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Factory Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 26, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Documented Factory Game Scene Engraved Colt 10 Gauge Model 1883 Grade 2 Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Factory Letter

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1883-SHOTGUN
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 10
Barrel: 32 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 658
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 222
Class: Antique
Description:

Blued Damascus steel barrels with a single bead sight on the smooth solid rib which bears the Colt address, single band of engraving at either breech, choke constrictions of .019/.040 inches, and chambers measured 2 7/8 inches with single extractor. The casehardened boxlock action displays a pair of setters flushing quail on the left, a pointer and a pair of woodcocks on the right, and stylized "PATENTED" marking on the underside. The gun features double triggers and a tang mounted automatic safety switch. Attractively figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and ebony tip inlay, and round knob pistol grip stock with checkered teardrop flats, "O. L. Hittle" on silver plaque, and hard rubber buttplate. Factory letter states: 10 gauge, 32 inch barrels, blue, wood, 10 lbs. 4 oz., factory engraved grade 2 valued at $10.00, extra set of 30 inch barrels, and shipped to Samuel Walker on March 31, 1887. Included is a second set matching 30 inch barrels with choke constrictions of .008/.018 inches. Stock measurements: 1 15/16 inch drop at comb; 3 1/16 inch drop at heel; 13 inch length of pull; weight 10 lbs. 5 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, showing an attractive brown patina and 85% original patterns on the Damascus, 30% original case colors on the action in the protected areas, and light handling evidence. The wood is fine with numerous small dings and scratches, a few pressure marks, and crisp checkering. The extra barrel set is very good. Mechanically excellent.



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