Colt Model 1878 Hammer Shotgun 12 Ga.
Guns International #: 100428758 Seller's Inventory #: 4003589
Category: Antique Shotguns - Cartridge - Colt Shotguns
Seller's Information
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Seller: Cabelas East Hartford
Company: Bass Pro - Cabela's
Member Since: 11/1/07
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 290-6210
Fax:
Platinum Seller
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Free shipping to any Bass Pro/Cabela’s US stores. $25 shipping fee to any Third Party FFL dealer
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Description:
This Colt side by side hammer gun has seen better days, but is an accurate and honest relic of a bygone era.
SOLD
Manufacturer: 1885 (est.)
Caliber Info: 12 Gauge
Chambers: 2-1/2
Metal Condition: Barrels have assumed a brown/gry patina with very little original blue remaining. Only a hint of case colors in sheltered areas remains with the majority of the action and sideplates completely covered in a gray patina. All screws show evidence of turni
Wood Condition: Multiple handling and use marks on both stock and forend indicate extensive use. The forend is split from the point of the insert tip through the center of the wood to the forend iron. There is evidence of an attempt at a previous repair (gluing) which
Bore Condition: Both Damascus barrels show moderate pitting throughout the length of the bores
Barrels: 30" Damascus twist barrels
Triggers: Double triggers
Stock: Checkered walnut with Prince-of-Wales grip and rounded grip knob.
Stock Dimensions:
14-1/4
Fore End: Splinter-type checkered walnut with contrasting inlaid tip
Butt Pad: Smooth steel buttplate
Weight: 7-3/4 lbs.
Sights: Single brass bead. (Additional threaded hole for mid bead is located visibly off-center on rib and was more than likely installed outside of the factory)
Chokes: Fixed chokes - Improved Cylinder & Modified
Extras: None.
Item Location: East Hartford, CT