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Fletcher Percussion Fowling Single Shotgun 10ga
Guns International #: 103380744 Seller's Inventory #: 60788
Category: Antique Shotguns - Percussion - Shotguns - English Double Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Alligood's
Company: Alligoods Inc.
Member Since: 9/13/10
State: Georgia
Zip: 30642
Country: United States
Phone: (478) 337-1000
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 130
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Cards, Money Orders, Personal / Business Checks, Bank Checks
Description:
English Fletcher Percussion Fowler, 10 Gauge Circa 1840–1850, London – No Serial Number (Antique)
Specifications:
- Caliber: 10 Gauge smoothbore (true large-bore fowling piece)
- Barrel: 32" part-octagon to round with patent breech, single brass bead front sight, brass barrel bands
- Action: Back-action percussion lock marked “FLETCHER”, with swan-neck cock
- Stock: Oil-finished walnut with checkered wrist, vacant silver oval, iron trigger guard
- Ramrod: Hickey-style wooden ramrod with brass fittings and worm
- Overall Length: 48 1/2"
- Weight: ~8 lbs 8 oz
- Condition:Fine attic condition – untouched patina on barrel and iron furniture, dark bore from original use, hammer face shows erosion from firing; stock solid with light handling marks, no cracks; mechanically functional
- Mechanics: Mechanically fine – strong mainspring, frizzen sparks well
- Status: Antique – No FFL required
A classic mid-19th century London percussion fowling piece by the respected maker Fletcher (likely Fletcher & Co. of London), built for the serious wildfowler to harvest ducks and geese over the marshes. The patent breech (a slotted design for easier loading) and part-octagon barrel are hallmarks of the period, and the checkered wrist elevates this beyond a common trade gun.
Preserved in original attic condition – never cleaned or refinished. The barrel wears an honest brown patina with clear London proofs, the lock functions perfectly, and the walnut stock shows only light shrinkage cracks typical of 180-year-old wood. The dark bore and eroded hammer face tell the story of honest field use, while the hickey ramrod with brass end cap remains perfect.
An authentic, untouched survivor from the era when fowlers ruled the British wetlands – ready for display or careful black powder enjoyment.
Don’t miss this fine Fletcher 10-bore fowler – a true Victorian wildfowler’s companion, preserved for generations. Click “Buy It Now” or call 478-337-1000 to own this historical treasure today!
Purchase Details:
- Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees
- Antique – Ships directly to your door (no FFL)
- Layaway available: 1/3 down, 1/3 in 30 days, 1/3 in 60 days
Price: $695.00
Antique: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 10 Gauge
Manufacturer: Fletcher
Model: Percussion Fowling
Barrel Length: 36