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![]() William Schaefer 12 ga. Double. Extremely Rare in Excellent Original Condition. Guns International #: 101455528 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Shotguns - American Double Antique - Hammer Shotguns Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: J.Godo Member Since: 4/3/09 First Name: James Last Name: Godo State: Michigan Country: United States Phone: (248) 266-6494 Number of Active Listings: 0 Seller: Private Seller Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. No returns Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers Checks, Wire Transfer,Cash (in person) Description: William Schaefer 12 gauge double in extremely fine ORIGINAL condition. William Schaefer had a small shop ln Boston MA. His guns were custom made to customer specifications. No two Schaefer guns were exactly alike. Although most of his guns were devoid of engraving, his belief was that engraving often disguised the quality of the gun. His guns were of the highest quality. Often the wood was spectacular as is the case of this example. I suspect he imported his barrels "in the white' and finished and fitted them in his shop. This gun has Bernard Damascus which at the time were the most expensive barrels available. The wood is gorgeous Turkish Walnut. The gun retains 95 % of all its original finishes. The case coloring is muted and faded with age. Blueing is thin on trigger guard. Damascus pattern is 95% and finish is 95%. I believe it is original based on the overall condition of the gun. Bores are Bright and Shiny, Stock has some scratches and handling marks.Butt plate is non original and the gun would benefit from a quality brown leather pad. Specs: 30 in. BBLs 2&3/4 in. chambers 14&1/2 in. LOP Weight= 7& 3/4 pounds. Chokes= Mod & Mod Conclusion: This is a very rare high quality firearm, they are rarely seen for sale; At my price this gun is a steal! Price $1495. Plus $75. Shipping.(SOLD-PENDING FUNDS) For further questions call Jim (248) 266-6494 SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: William Schaefer Model: Hammer Serial Number: N/A Bore: 12 Chambers: 2 & 3/4 Ejectors: no Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Bright & Shiny Barrels: Damascus Barrel Type: side by Side Action: Sidelock Triggers: 2 Manufacture Date: 1881 |