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Arrieta Model 803 Hand Detachable Sidelock 12 ga Side by side Shotgun
Description:
A refined Spanish “LEADER” sidelock shotgun with 1990 proofs, self-opening action, chopperlump barrels, and detailed game-scene engraving. With premium best-gun features such as hand-detachable sidelocks, a Holland & Holland-type self-opening mechanism, and classic straight-grip styling, this is an appealing collectible for admirers of finely built European sporting guns.
Blued steel chopperlump barrels, a premium barrel construction prized on fine shotguns
Single brass bead sight for a traditional, uncluttered sight picture
Matted concave solid rib marked “LEADER”
Decorative band of engraving at the breech
Factory marks on the right tube
Importer marks on the left tube
Spanish proof marks dated 1990 on the barrel flats
2 3/4 inch chambers
Automatic ejectors for quick, positive shell ejection
Coin-finished hand-detachable sidelock bar-action
Hand-detachable sidelocks are a desirable high-grade feature, allowing the locks to be removed without tools
Bar-action design reflects classic best-gun construction
Holland & Holland-type self-opening mechanism located under the forend
A sought-after feature that assists the gun in opening smoothly and quickly
Hidden third fastener for added lock-up strength while preserving clean exterior lines
Bushed firing pins, a premium serviceability feature often found on fine guns
Double triggers for traditional right/left barrel control
Right-hand rolled trigger guard
Tang-mounted automatic safety
Engraving and decoration:
Scroll engraving surrounding finely cut game scenes
Left side depicts a pair of pointers and a pheasant cock
Underside depicts a mallard
Right side depicts a setter flushing mallards
Engraved forend iron complements the action engraving
Stock and furniture:
Nicely figured wood
Multi-point checkered forend
Anson button pushrod release
Straight grip stock for classic field-gun handling
Tear drop carved drop points
Checkered bare butt
Barrel and stock measurements, R/L:
Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: both proofed and measured 18.5 mm / .728 inches
Choke constriction: .019/.038 inches
Minimum wall thickness: .026/.028 inches
Drop at comb: 1 7/16 inches
Drop at heel: 2 inches
Length of pull: 14 3/4 inches
Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz.
Collector-focused highlights:
1990-dated Spanish proofs support period authenticity
“LEADER” rib marking adds model identity and collector interest
Premium chopperlump barrel construction
Hand-detachable sidelock bar-action with Holland & Holland-type self-opening mechanism
Detailed multi-scene game engraving featuring pointers, pheasant, mallard, setter, and flushing mallards
Lightweight 6 lbs. 14 oz. configuration with classic straight grip and checkered bare butt for traditional field-gun appeal
Condition
Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, some dried grease on the action, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Dried grease in the action causing hang-ups; otherwise, mechanically functions.
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge Manufacturer:
Arrieta Model:
Sidelock Serial Number:
36753 Barrel Length:
27 1/2 inch solid rib Condition:
27 1/2 inch solid rib