1981 AYA No. 4 SxS 12 Gauge Shotgun 26" Barrel Mod/IC Choking - VG

Description:
Overview
The AYA No. 4 is a highly regarded, hand-fitted Spanish side-by-side (SxS) boxlock shotgun. Patterned after the venerable Westley Richards Anson & Deeley action, 1981 production models from Aguirre y Aranzabal (AYA) offer outstanding durability, traditional handling characteristics, and excellent value.  The AYA (Aguirre y Aranzabal) No. 4 is a traditional, bench-made Spanish side-by-side (SxS) shotgun known for its reliable Anson & Deeley boxlock action, high levels of hand finishing, and exceptional value.

Key Technical Specifications & Features

• Action Type: Anson & Deeley boxlock with a Purdey double underbolt locking system.
• Craftsmanship: Built with chopper-lump barrels, disc-set strikers, and traditional leaf springs instead of helical ones.
• Ejectors: Well-proven Southgate-type ejectors for simplicity and reliability.
• Weight & Balance: Generally weighs right around 6 lbs. The balance is traditionally centered near the hinge pins, giving it the lively handling feel of a classic English game gun.
• Stock: Typically features nicely figured walnut, often shaped with a straight (English) grip. 

Field Performance & Reception

• Handling: Reviewers and forum users consistently praise the AYA No. 4 for its pointability and handling characteristics in the field, making it an excellent option for upland bird hunting and rough shooting.
• Reliability: The mechanical simplicity of the boxlock design makes the gun exceptionally durable, and users report that these firearms continue to function reliably for decades.
• Fit & Finish: Because the guns are hand-finished, specific details can vary from gun to gun. However, the general consensus is that they provide remarkable craftsmanship and fit for a fraction of the cost of higher-end English doubles. 

Market Value & Considerations

• Pricing: While brand-new AYA models are significantly more expensive, used AYA No. 4s from the late 1970s and early 1980s are often viewed as a bargain. They are frequently valued as some of the best-value SxS shotguns you can buy.

Condition:
Both metal and furnition are in very good condition.  Solid gun and metal shows some thinning.

This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure that they are fully functional to the best of our ability. 

Layaway: 1/3 down, 90 days
Shipping:  $60, insurance extra upon request
Payment:  Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle
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Returns without damage, firing, or alteration within 3 days of delivery, minus a 20% restocking fee 

Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: AYA
Model: No. 4
Serial Number: 563999
Barrel Length: 26
Bore Info: Bright
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: Yes
Condition: VG
Metal Condition: VG
Wood Condition: VG
Bore Condition: VG
Barrels: SXS
Barrel Type: SXS
Action: Boxlock
Triggers: Double
Stock: Walnut
Butt Pad: Factory Plate
LOP: 14.25
Rib: Raised
Finish: Oil
Weight: 6lbs 10ozs
Sights: Bead
Manufacture Date: 1981
Choke Left: Mod
Choke Right: IC
Engraving: Factory
Case: Optional
Grips: Straight Checkered English

Price: $699.00
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