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Very Nice Cogswell & Harrison Avant-tout, assisted opening, single trigger 12ga
Guns International #: 101239100 Seller's Inventory #: 011
Category: Cogswell & Harrison Shotguns - Shotguns - English Double
Seller's Information
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Seller: RBay
Member Since: 5/18/16
First Name: Robert
Last Name: Bay
State: Maryland
Zip: 21613
Country: United States
Phone: (843) 780-0143
Number of Active Listings: 3
Total Number of Listings: 13
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Postal Money Order, Zelle
Description:
SOLD is an outstanding 1903 Cogswell & Harrison, 12 ga., “Avant Tout”, “Assisted Opening”, Single Trigger double serial No. 23816. The gun is in remarkable condition. The “Avant Tout” refers to the ejectors patented by C & H which function flawlessly. The “Assisted Opening” means that when the top lever is moved to the right to open the breech, the barrels drop without any force from the shooter. This was implemented in the gun to facilitate ejecting and reloading shells. The single trigger eliminated the traditional double triggers and fires the other right barrel first. Several other makers followed suit with single trigger doubles. The bores are in mirror condition. The receiver has gone to silver with extensive foliate engraving. The 30” nitro barrels are in excellent blackened condition with front bead. Wood is in very good condition english walnut and the shotgun is equipped with front and rear sling swivels. Splinter forearm in very good condition. The initial plate is not engraved. English straight stock. LOP 14 1/2” DAH 1 3/4”. DAC 1 3/8”. Weight 6Lb 9 Oz. Also included are the following valuable documents on this gun. A Certificate of Origin from David Brennan, Managing Director of Cogswell & Harrison and a remarkable copy of the original Cogswell & Harrison sales catalogue from 1903 showing a full page ad and description of the “Avant Tout Ejector”. There will also be a photo copy of the C&H label used in gun cases and a detailed explanation of how the gun functions and mechanisms. Seldom will you find a vintage gun for sale with the original sales catalogue or a copy of the catalogue as well as what is included. I take a great amount of time researching my collection of English doubles and gathering extra data on them thru contacts in the UK. This gun has been personally fired by myself using RST shells,
Cogswell and Harrison was established in May, 1770 and is London’s oldest surviving gun maker. The company has manufactured a exceptionally diverse range of sporting shotguns, patented numerous innovated part inventions and has a long and colorful history. In 2008 the company was purchased by the Brennan family ( the signer of the COA).
A copy of C&H history will also accompany the shotgun.
We strive to accurately describe all guns being sold including photos. FFL or your C&R accepted. C&R applies to firearms as determined by BATFE to be over 50 years of age. Form of payment to be USPS money order in the amount of sale plus shipping. Will be shipped in sturdy firearms gun box with additional protection. Shipping East of Miss $40.00, West of Miss. $50.00. REASONABLE offers considered. Please ask any questions as we welcome you to contact us and usually respond the same day. Contact me at the end of the for FFL instructions and payment. Thank you.
PRICE REDUCED!
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: Cogswell & Harrison
Model: Avant Tout
Serial Number: 23816
Caliber Info: 12ga
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: yes
Condition: Very Good
Metal Condition: Very Good
Wood Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Mirror
Barrels: Steel
Barrel Type: 30
Action: Boxlock
Triggers: Single
Gauge Info: 12
Stock: English Walnut
Stock Dimensions:
English Straight
Stock Comb: 1 3/8
Stock Heel: 1 3/4
Fore End: Splinter
Butt Pad: None
LOP: 14 1/2
Rib: Flat
Finish: Blackend
Weight: 6.9 pounds
Sights: Front Bead
Manufacture Date: 1903
Engraving: Foliate
Extras: Sling Swivel
Case: No
Item Location: SC
Proof:Nitro: Yes