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Lot #3441
Lot #3443

Lot 3442: Centaure 20 Gauge Imperial Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Engraved Centaure 20 Gauge Imperial Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Lot 3442: Centaure 20 Gauge Imperial Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun

Factory Engraved Centaure 20 Gauge Imperial Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: August 27, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,500

Factory Engraved Centaure 20 Gauge Imperial Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun

Manufacturer: Centaure
Model: Imperial Crown Grade
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 28 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 718
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 275
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued steel barrels with dual bead sights on the matted vent rib, top barrel marked "CENTAURE LIEGE - NITRO PROOF - IMPERIAL CROWN GRADE" and "MADE IN BELGIUM FOR CONTINENTAL ARMS CORPORATION N.Y." on the right and left respectively, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and choke constrictions of .015/.023 inches. The coin finished scalloped action displays light scrollwork along with three game scenes consisting of a dog flushing a mallard on the left, a pair of mallards on the underside, and another dog and mallard scene on the right. The toplever is marked with a gold inlaid crown. The gun features a single selective trigger and tang mounted manual safety switch. Attractive straight grain three piece forend with Anson button release and pistol grip stock with blank inscription oval and checkered bare butt. Stock measurements: 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 5/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/8 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 8 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence. The wood is very fine with a few minor dings and scratches in the forend and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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