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J.B. Clabrough & Bros. SxS Shotgun 12GA

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 3,000.00 USD
J.B. Clabrough & Bros. SxS Shotgun 12GA
SN: 4386 'Diamond Quality' vintage side by side shotgun. Internal hammer side lock double, Black Powder proofed by Birmingham Proof House, circa 1887-1896. Features 30" browned Damascus pattern barrels, ivory bead front sight, small mid bead appears to be horn or similar material, splinter walnut forend, English style wrist on walnut shoulder stock, checkered composition butt plate, extractor, double triggers, top lever opening, sliding tang safety, checkered panels with fancy curving borders at sides of wrist & across bottom of forend. Beautiful drop points at wrist. Entire action is finely engraved with floral scroll motif, including several bird scenes, surrounded by border scrolls. Bottom of triggerguard has gold wire inlayed "WJC" monogram. Chokes measure as full on a gauge. Approx stock measurements: 14.25" LoP, 1.5" Drop at Comb, 2.5" Drop at Heel. Both barrels and forend hanger numbered "4386". Markings are generally sharp. Bores are very good. Browning is smooth and even across barrels, thinning a bit toward the muzzles, some edge losses, few tiny pits. Action shows an even grayed tone to what appears to have originally been case colors. Forend is very good. Stock is near very good with some cracking or creases at butt. Buttplate is solid, unmarked. Opens and closes well, with hesitation to hammers and safety unable to slide. The fitted case is English style, green felt interior lined, leather wrapped with brass reinforced corners. Lid bears "W.C.M.C" in large letters. Case is good overall with intact hinges and handle, working clasp. Vintage cleaning tools and turn screws are included. Condition is NRA Fine (some issues with action) *** Antique Firearm ***