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Lot 1242:Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

August 26th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1242:Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

August 26th, 2023|Rock Island, IL
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Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1880. Blued Damascus steel barrels with a single bead sight on the smooth solid rib, chambers measured 2 3/4 inch with extractor, and chokes measured .027/.033 inches. The casehardened rebounding hammer action shows light line engraving along with the factory marking on either lockplate. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with ebony tip inlay and round knob pistol grip stock with blank inscription oval and factory horn buttplate. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs. 10 oz.

ConditionVery fine with a mostly smooth brown patina on the barrels which show 75% original Damascus patterns, 50% original case colors, some oxidation at the muzzles, some scratches in the wood, chipping at the toe of the hard rubber buttplate, and crisp checkering on the very fine wood. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerColt
Model1878
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel32 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views861
Catalog page223
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