FIAS / Breda 12-Gauge Vintage SxS, Nicely Engraved, Circassian Walnut
Guns International #: 100693913 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Shotguns - Italian Double - Left Hand Shotguns

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Seller: DOUBLEGUN PRESERVATION
Member Since: 3/7/12
State: Virginia
Zip: 22207
Country: United States
Phone: (703) 625-4830
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Number of Active Listings: 1
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

Payment Types Accepted: Certified Check, Postal Money Order, Personal Check



Description:
This vintage Italian 12 gauge is nicely engraved and has a well-figured Circassian walnut stock and forearm.  It was manufactured in the early post-WWII period by FIAS (Fabbrica Italiana Armi Sabatti) using barrels produced by Breda.  The fluid steel barrels are 27-1/2” (70 cm) long and are choked improved modified (.025) and full (.035).  The chambers are 2-3/4”.  The exterior of the barrels is flawless as refinished using the Belgian blue process, and the bores are bright.  The wall thicknesses of the right barrel at 9” from the muzzle are .033/.039/.038 (top/side/bottom) and at the middle of the barrel are .031/.039/.038.  The wall thicknesses of the left barrel are .038/.041/.035 and .030/.042/.040, respectively.  The inside diameters of the bores 9” from the breech are .715/.718.  Length of pull is 14”.  The drop at the comb is 1-1/2” and at the heel is 2-1/2”.  The gun weighs 6 lb 14 oz and locks up tight.  All serial numbers, 1590, match.  The stock is cast on 1/4 inch for the left-handed shooter.
 
The price does not include shipping paid by buyer.  Back in Time will open the chokes to the buyer’s specifications if desired without charge.  The inspection period is 7 days from receipt.  This gun has been fired using standard factory 2-3/4” target loads.  However, as for any vintage shotgun, it is recommended that the new owner have it inspected by a professional gunsmith before firing.  The gun carries a 30-day warrantee, during which Back in Time will have any mechanical problems documented by a professional gunsmith repaired or accept the return of the gun and refund the price of the gun and the return shipping cost.  Please do not hesitate to call with questions Stephen Wesbrook, 703-625-4830; Back in Time, LLC  --  preserving late 19th and early 20th century double shotguns.  

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes