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C.A. Tyler 20 Gauge SxS - OBSCURE AMERICAN HIGH GRADE DOUBLE
Guns International #: 100964251 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Shotguns - American Double - Shotguns - Doubles
Seller's Information
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Seller: Vintage Firearms, Inc
Company: Vintage Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 5/19/07
First Name: jay
Last Name: shachter
State: Michigan
Zip: 49546
Country: United States
Phone: (616) 292-6240
Phone2: (616) 608-4337
Fax: (616) 608-4701
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 174
Total Number of Listings: 5134
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, check, certified funds, wire transfer (Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.)
Description:
C.A. Tyler 20 Gauge SxS Shotgun
OBSCURE AMERICAN HIGH GRADE DOUBLE
General Specs: CA Tyler, 20 Gauge, 5lbs 13oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: n/a
I have been collecting fine American double guns for over 20 years and have come across some very unusual guns that are not well known yet are very well made. This gun is one of them and a Google search turns up nothing, and a search through the Double Gun Journal index books comes out blank as well. However, fine guns are determined by more than a name...fine guns are determined by fit and finish and the sum of the parts. The first oddity we find on this gun is that it seems to have borrowed from Westley Richards the top opening lever and locking system. The finishes on the gun seem to be all factory original, including the wood finish and checkering. The barrels are beautiful star damascus showing 99% pattern. The receiver is ornately engraved with clean cut scroll and detailed dogs and birds that you would see on a very fine American gun from the late 1800's. The wood is nicely figured, fiddleback laden walnut with a grain flow that is perfect for a fine shotgun. The elaborate, concise checkering has no straight lines, with all lines curving to the flow of the "ball" style pistol grip. The forend has a dark horn inlay at the tip and surrounding the escutcheon and forend latch. The forend latch itself is unique in that you lift it from its retaining slot and then rotate counter clockwise to release it from the forend lug...very cool! The action is tight as can be, and there is no wiggle of the barrels on the hinge pin. The gun seems to have been built as a gun for close quarters and close shots, as the barrels are 24" and with very little choke. Most will want to believe the barrels have been cut, but I do not believe that to be the case. There were plenty of 24" barreled guns built in those days as "brush guns" and the ends of the barrels touch at the muzzles. Even the trigger guard is nicely engraved with scroll and game scene. The gun is without flaw and would be a fabulous addition to anyone collecting and shooting early American shotguns. It is 5 3/4lbs. of Americana that is priced at a very affordable figure for a nicely engraved fine shotgun. Enjoy the photos, and if anyone can tell me about C.A. Tyler I would love to learn more about this fine little gun. Thanks for looking!
Barrels
Barrel Length: 24"
Chokes: .002/.003
Bores: mirror
Bore Diameter: .615/.616
Wall Thickness: .028/.027
% Blue: damascus 99%
Chambers: 2 3/4"
Ribs: tight
Sights: ivory front
Action
Action: tight
Ejectors or Extractors: extractors
Case Color: blue 99.5%
Screws: excellent
Engraving: clear, sharp
Trigger Type: double
Trigger Guard Color: 20% w/patina
Stock
Type: 1/2 round pistol grip/splinter forend
LOP: 13 3/4"
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 9/16"
DAH: 3 1/2"
DAC: 2 3/16"
Cast: 0
Checkering Condition: perfect factory
Butt Treatment: factory plate
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $45.00 We ship internationally!
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes
If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly, at #616-292-6240.Thanks! Jay Shachter Vintage Firearms, Inc.
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