J. P. Sauer Grade 18(XVIII) Meisterwerk 16 Gauge Shotgun

Description:
J.P Sauer Prussian grade 18 Best Quality Meisterwerk Inland (not export) model 16 gauge boxlock shotgun with 29 5/8" chopper lump Krupp Three Ring Special steel barrels, square crossbolt, ejectors, double triggers, S/N 165430, mfg. 1912-1914, intercepting sears, gold plated lockwork, Inland model( no import marks and better and more profuse engraving), doll's head rib extension, perfect bores with 16/1 proofs, 2 3/4" chambers, wgt. 6 lbs.1 oz., masterfully engraved and carved with superfine banknote scroll. Case colored receiver has gone nickelly, excellent barrel blue, choked light modified in right barrel(.012"), and light full in left barrel(.030"), hinge and lockup tight, metal clean. A magnificent and very rare high grade Sauer mfg. in a smallbore made at the peak of quality before World War One. $13,750.00  or best offer.

Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: J.P. Sauer
Model: Prussian grade 18
Serial Number: 165430
Barrel Length: 29 5/8
Bore Info: 16 gauge
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: Yes
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrels: Fluid steel
Barrel Type: Krupp 3-ring Premium Steel
Action: Best boxlock w/ intercepting sears
Triggers: Double
Stock: Capped FPG w/ carved side panels
Stock Dimensions:
14 1/2" LOP
Stock Comb: 1 3/4
Stock Heel: 2 3/4
Stock Cast: 3/8" cast off for right hand
Fore End: Splinter
Butt Pad: Horn buttplate w/ heel spur
LOP: 14 1/2
Rib: Solid
Finish: Blue & case colored
Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz.
Sights: Bead
Manufacture Date: 1912-1914
Choke Left: Light modified (.012")
Choke Right: Light full ( (.030")
Engraving: Full coverage scroll
Item Location: NC
Proof:Nitro: Yes
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .025
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .025

Price: $13,750.00
Shipping: $100.00