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Antique Factory Engraved C.G. BONEHILL 12 Gauge SIDE x SIDE HAMMER Shotgun ENGRAVED English Double Barrel
Guns International #: 102014770 Seller's Inventory #: 220649
Category: Antique Shotguns - Percussion - Shotguns - English Double Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Antique Factory Engraved C.G. BONEHILL 12 Gauge SIDE x SIDE HAMMER Shotgun
ENGRAVED English Double Barrel
Here we present an antique C.G. Bonehill Side by Side Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, made circa the 1880s in either London or Birmingham, England. London and Birmingham were the epicenter for English gunmaking all the way through and continuing after the turn of the century. This is an English fowling piece that is elegant in its simplicity and practicality. This double barrel hammer gun would have been used primarily for putting game on the table or defending one’s home.
This gun features a double trigger system. The early doubles used two triggers, one for each barrel, located front to back inside the trigger guard. The index finger was used to pull either trigger, as having two fingers inside the trigger guard can cause a very undesirable recoil-induced double-discharge. Double-trigger designs are typically set up for right-handed users. In double-trigger designs, it is often possible to pull both triggers at once, firing both barrels simultaneously, though this is generally not recommended as it doubles the recoil, battering both shotgun and shooter, particularly if it was unanticipated or unintended. Discharging both barrels at the same time has long been a hunting trick employed by hunters using 8 gauge "elephant" shotguns, firing the two two-ounce slugs for sheer stopping power at close range.
The overall condition is good. Original patina. The action partially functions, as the barrels wont open unless the forend is removed. Both bores are in good shape for their ages. Solid stock. Barrels have some wiggle at the frame. This example is lightly engraved.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrels are 31-3/4 inches.
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Length of Pull: 14-1/2 inches
Chokes: Cylinder/ Cylinder
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$900
#220649
SOLD
Antique: Yes