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Antique Double Barrel Shotgun Converted to Double Rifle in .50 Caliber SOLD
Guns International #: 100856800 Seller's Inventory #: CBP17-77
Category: Double Rifles - Antique - Antique Rifles - Percussion
Seller's Information
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 187
Total Number of Listings: 14905
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Visa,Master Card, Discover,Check
Description:
For sale, a very interesting antique percussion double rifle in .50 caliber. This unmarked percussion double rifle started life as a Damascus barreled 12 gauge double shotgun likely sometime in the 1840's. It featured back-action locks that were both easier to make and tough, and would have cost less at the time than some other lock styles. The barrels were twist Damascus steel and the Walnut stock was simple but attractive with a checkered wrist and metal butt plate. At some point in this gun's life, most likely the late 1800's, someone decided that it would be more useful as a double rifle. It was converted by inserting/press fitting fluid steel rifled liners into the the Damascus barrels and welding/soldering them in place. This really increased the weight of this double to over 10 lbs. The front shotgun bead was removed and replaced with a front sight post with a brass top. A rear sight was added as well, although it appears someone has replaced it with a more modern adjustable type rear blade. The hammers still go to full cock and half cock and the triggers work. This is a unique weapon that we do not run across often, and would look excellent over your fireplace as a conversation piece or in an antique collection.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Caliber Info: .50 Caliber