Guns International #: 101130483
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Guns International #: 101130483
Category - Antique Shotguns - Percussion
- Lang, Joseph
Shotguns
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Seller: JGF Antiques
Member Since: 11/2/18
Last Name: Forte
State:
New York
Zip: 12581
Country: United States
Phone: (845) 863-4880
Active Listings: 0
Total Listings: 16
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: USPS Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check After Clearance
Rare Beautiful Joseph Lang Percussion Side by Side Black Powder
Description: Make: Joseph Lang Model: Percussion Side By Side Serial Number: 1267 Year of Manufacture: 1835 (Approximate) Gauge: 12 Gauge (Measures .70” at muzzle) Action Type: Side By Side Percussion Black Powder Muzzle Loader Markings: The lock plates are marked “Joseph Lang” with light scroll engraving. The undersides of the barrels are marked with London proofs, the Crown over “V” the Crown over “GP” “J.L” “TP” and “1267”. The top rib is marked “Joseph Lang Haymarket London”. Barrel Length: 30” Choke: N/A Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with a small steel bead front sight. Stock Configuration & Condition: The one piece stock is a beautiful dark walnut. There is fine checkering along the straight wrist and the forestock. There are some minor age related handling marks along the buttstock. The LOP is 14 1/2” (From the front trigger) Type of Finish: Original Gloss on the wood, showing a depth of figuring and character to the walnut, vivid color case hardened on the metalwork, retaining +85% of its original finish and a rich plum brown on the Damascus barrel that is very exquisite. Finish Originality: All Original Bore Condition: The bores are bright. Overall Condition: This shotgun is in excellent condition with minor are related wear. The mechanics function flawlessly and it is a stunning piece of craftsmanship. The level of detail in the engraving, checkering and Damascus are outstanding. Overall weight is 6lbs 13.7oz Our Assessment: This is a beautifully made and well preserved English shotgun with London proofs which date this Black powder shotgun to approximately pre-1855. Joseph Lang guns are very desirable and this is an excellent example of his early work. This is definitely a fine addition to any collection. SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: Joseph Lang Model: Percussion SXS Muzzle Loader Serial Number: 1267 Caliber Info: 12 Bore Condition: Bright and Excellent Stock: Walnut LOP: 14 1/2 Weight: 6lbs 13.7oz Sights: Front Bead Sight Manufacture Date: 1835 Approx |
Guns International #: 101130483
Guns International #: 101130483