E J Churchill Imperial 16 gauge

Description:
E J Churchill Imperial Grade (same as Crown engraving style) 16 gauge with recent 2 3/4" Nitro Proofs. Churchill made very few 16 gauge guns and this one is very nice. Typical 25' Barrels with Churchill rib bored in Imp Cyl right (.008) and Lt Mod left (.013). Well figured stock with 14 !/4 LOP to 3/4' Silvers Pad (could reach 14 3/4 with 1" pad) with a few very small handling marks. Built in 1930 and retains very sharp engraving on barrel bands , trigger tang/guard and side plates. Screws not messed with. This gun would be a perfect Upland gun .....particularly over dogs because it is lightweight (5lb 12 0z) and very fast. Crown/Imperial sub gauges command a premium price above the 12k ( there is a 20ga Crown grade on GI they are asking over 20K for !!) Added bonus...es with a very rare worn but servicable compact "coffin" style case with makers Label . Excellent REDUCED price of $10500 OBO plus shipping ($25) to your FFL (photos of case added)

Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: EJ Churchill
Model: Imperial
Serial Number: 4078
Barrel Length: 25
Chambers: 2 3/4" Nitro proofed
Ejectors: Yes ...well timed
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Very Good +
Barrels: Well struck
Barrel Type: Double
Triggers: Double
Stock: English Walnut
Stock Drop: 2 1/4
Stock Cast: 1/8 off for right hand
Fore End: Splinter
Butt Pad: Silvers
LOP: 14 1/4
Finish: Oil
Weight: 5lb 12oz
Sights: Single bead
Manufacture Date: 1930
Choke Left: .013 Lt Mod
Choke Right: .008 Imp cal
Engraving: Scroll
Case: coffin style case
Item Location: Montana
Proof:Nitro: Yes
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .025
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .023
Grips: Straight

Price: $10,500.00
Shipping: $25.00