Sale 1987
| Cincinnati
| Cincinnati
Estimate$200 – $400
10 Gauge. 34" barrels. NS: NSN. Heavily oxidized metal, smooth hardwood stock. No markings, proofs under barrel illegible. Near relic condition, forend broken, wedge key missing and replaced with an old piece of wood. Double hammers and triggers. A hard used, possibly barn found mid-to-late 19th century percussion double likely of Belgian or possibly British origin. Mr. Ness' tag notes that the barrels are loaded, thus this item cannot be shipped and can only be picked up in person.
The Collection of Larry Ness
Relic condition. Heavily oxidized metal with a thick patina, scattered surface roughness and some pitting. Mechanically functional, heavily oxidized and pitted bores, missing ramrod. Stock damaged, very dry and showing numerous drying cracks.
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Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria