HENRY CLARKE 16 GAUGE WITH 30" BARRELS - MADE IN THE 1886 - 1894 TIME PERIOD
Guns International #: 101890762 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Shotguns - American Double Antique - Shotguns - English Double

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Seller: A-Coin and Stamp Gallery Inc
Member Since: 7/25/10
First Name: Guy
Last Name: Ave
State: Florida
Country: United States
Phone: (407) 721-3748
Number of Active Listings: 30
Total Number of Listings: 4871
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Check



Description:
Exceptional condition English Double made by Henry Clarke in the 1886 - 1894 time period. This gun has all the hallmarks of a best maker; well figured wood, tight and detailed engraving and good design with the most modern features of this time period. Bar action locks with rebounding hammers. Articulated top lever with third fastener. Anson push rod fastening system (still on patent at the time - note the stamping). Gun is tight on face having been rejointed at some time in the past. Barrels are 30" with mirror bores. Gun was proofed at 15/1 internal dimensions of .685. Presently the right bore measures .690 with 38/1000 choke (Full) while left is .691 with 35/1000 choke (Full). Chambers measure 2 5/8". Minimum wall thickness in the right barrel is 30/1000 while the left 26/1000. Barrels ring nicely with no loose ribs. Stock has flat top checkering and an ebony buttplate with widows peak and engraved screws. Good dimension with; LOP of 14 3/8", drop at comb 1 5/8" and drop at heel of 2 1/2". Weight of the gun is 6 LBS 2 1/8 OZ. Shipping is $50 and can be shipped directly as your loacl law allows. 

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge