Numrich Gun Parts Corporation Barrel length: 30 inches. You can get a market value on your W. Richards shotgun from www.bluebookinc.comHave the gun handy as they have a form to fill out with some very specific questions. The left side of the . Belgian proofs. 14 Oz.- ORIG SST- CASED- 90% E, Westley Richards 20 gauge deluxe grade boxlock ejector, drop-lock side by side shotgun, WESTLEY RICHARDS 12 TRADEMARK ANSON & DEELEY BOXLOCK- 30" MODERN SLEEVED Bbls. The company built side-by-side double barrel shotguns throughout WW2. Most double shotguns represented here. There are a few markings on it, saying "W. Richards" on both sides. I have one in 12 gage,purched from the Hudson Bay Co. I'll not use 2 3/4 unless I have no other options. Proofed at 2 and the chamber length remains 2 . Richards, Westley Richards 12-bore black powder proof, *SCARCE CASED PURDEY DBL BBL SHOTGUN 2-BBL, IMPORTED REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION, *SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE, Army & Navy 12-bore SxS sidelock non-ejector, *H&R Topper Jr. Classic 410 Single Shot Shotgun It is in great condition with most of it's original brown finish. Numbers on breech indicate it wasconverted to centerfirein 1925 or 1926 and the Armaf barrel chambered for. WESTLEY RICHARDS DELUXE DROP LOCK SXS 2 BARREL SET 12 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST SXS SIDELOCK SHOTGUN, 12 GAUGE, TWO BARREL SET, CASED PAIR OF WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUNS, WESTLEY RICHARDS GOLD LETTER DROP LOCK 12 GAUGE, ANTIQUE WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR 16GA 28 1/4 BARRELS 2 3/4 CHAMBERS MILLER SINGLE TRIGGER STUNNING WOOD GREAT GAME/CLAYS SXS, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROPLOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROP LOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, Westley Richards on there early action, one of the first hammerless boxlocks and she still works great! No collector value but fun to shoot with brass cased black powder loads. Shotgun 30" barrels (Fixed Mod & IM) Was used as a trade gun years ago!! restrictions refer to: http://www.copyright.gov/laws/ - doublegunshop.com will not monitor nor will they be held liable for copyright violations presented on the BBS which is an open and un-moderated public forum. I have a cased pare of " I think" horse percussion pistol, for they have a clip bracket on the side, They are In very good all round condition nicely engraved of estimate Cal 12bore, With the Serial no.585 on both pistols, can you please give me the date of manufacture and if you can an estimate value, I have a WR riffle in my possession, that has the serial number 39771 and is marked 425. W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Often the barrel flats are where there's a plethora of proofs that tell "the rest of the story". 14 LOP. 12 gauge, walnut stock with a checkered wrist and forestock, butt plate marked "PARKER/BROTHERS,. Nigel Brown's three volume series on British Gunmakers makes the identification and dating of these W. Richards guns fairly simple. The horn buttplate is good with some small slivers of horn missing overall. We apologize for the interruption. Please, Copyright 2021 B.A.C.O., All Rights Reserved. Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge, *WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DROP ACTION DOUBLE, RAVENSCROFT RICHARDS & CO. SIDELOCK DOUBLE, FRAMED SCARCE 1919 WINCHESTER CALENDAR. Son-of-a-gun.(no pun intended), I did not expect to see that! Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun If you need to request an image for publication or other use, please visit Rights and Reproductions. With 28-inch tubes and a LOP of 14 7/8-inch, this little BLE still only tips the scales at 5LBS13, and it's comb was/is so petite that even with a very slight cast-off it still fit's me (a lefty) shockingly well. The proof marks you describe would seem to be Belgian marks so it could be difficult to trace the true manufacturer. It's the No. This can be shipped directly to you. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. DoubleGuns! Westley Richards - Boxlock, SxS, 16ga. Lock and barrel are unmarked. Contact Us. Barrel is 27". If I type in the letters + number in it comes up with no results. Description English Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Marked to Platte Co. Unserialized. Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". Enjoy complimentary delivery on orders over $300, retail exclusives and company news, plus the latest from The Explora blog. Would like to get as much information as possible about this odd shotgun, marked W. Richards, I'm not too familiar with English double guns. Rick - Go to the Shotgun Forum and type "W. Richards" into the search window. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! MAKE OFFER. 12 gauge 30'' Damascus, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. They can supply authenticity certificates for a small price but will also help out over the phone or email. overall: 118.5 cm; x 46 5/8 in barrel length: 76.4 cm; x 30 1/16 in overall, shotgun: 46 1/2 in x 2 5/8 in; 118.11 cm x 6.6675 cm ID Number 1988.0129.11 catalog number 1988.0129.11 accession number 1988.0129 serial number 1801 Credit Line Major Kenneth E. and Viola L. Harte See more items in MAKE OFFER. Barrels are slightly loose, otherwise action is fine. Description W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Barrel rib marked laminated steel. Barrels choked IC/Mod, beautiful circassian Turkish walnut capped pistol grip stock, checkered butt, beavertail forend, double triggers, SN#175XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (009 AND 018) 2 1/2" CHAMBERS 1 1/8 OZ PROOF BORES: .736 BOTH BARRELS MIN LT: .024 MIN RT: .022 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (012 AND 028 C, 28" M/F (.020"/.040") SOLID RIB BARREL AND 28" F/F (.045"/.045") VENT RIB BARREL -DOUBLE TRIGGERS -AUTOMATIC EJECTORS -BEAVERTAIL FOREND, One is a 10 gauge and the other is a 12 gauge. True Droplock ga.Shotgun Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 Page 1 of 3 Hop To If you have a question relating to the museum's collections, please first check our Collections FAQ. Please While there are certainly many decent Belgian guns out there, I'm not aware of how one goes about identifying much about them. Note: The posting of Copyrighted material on this forum is prohibited without Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. if you would like to place this item on back order. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure. BTW with any gun of a vintage naturemaking it pretty cost YOU moneyA collector will want the 100 or so years of accrued "patina" in place..and you should determine what the barrels are made of..nitro proofed steel or twist/Damascus steelthe latter pretty much makes your gun a wall hanger as it is unsafe with ANY MODERN ammo.You can see more on this at www.shotgunworld.com. Length of pull: 13 - inches. Between 12th and 14th Streets MAKE OFFER. Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Serial no. As I tend to buy fit and quality, and not necessarily the "name", I'm not the guy to ask. The side lever preceded the top lever. Add to Cart Percussion Double 10 Gauge by Mortimer (AL7165) $895.00 W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, Re: W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, http://coveyandnye.com/purveyor-of-fine-ards-best-grade, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Use it and enjoy it, as I do. Overall fit, finish, and weight & balence were what finally sold me on it. by MERRINGTON in 1993- VERY SOLID GUN- ORIG. is very tight on face and has very bright bores. Unusual, *FANTASTIC WESTLEY RICHARDS BOX LOCK DOUBLE. Br, SN# 95XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (.006 AND .015 CONSTRICTIONS) 2 3/4" CHAMBERS BNP 2 3/4 3 1/4 TONS BORES: .736 LT; .735 RT WALLS: .023 LT; .024 RT SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER AUTOM, Westley Richards best boxlock 16ga antique 28 1/4" ejector barrels with matted rib (rebarreled in Belgium) Lockup is tight( no movement with forend off) 2 3/4", This 16 Ga. shotgun is a Weatley Richards Pre War Hammerless Ejector model with 28" Full & Mod. "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. I have a Westley Richards .303 Falling Block action which I desperately want to obtain a date of manufacture on - looking at both your list of serial numbers above, as well as having visited the Westley Richards website itself, I have been unable to determine what the date of manufacture is on my rifle. Includes original leather motor case. It's as narrow across the bar as a 2-inch twelve (which I understand to be mostly built on 20-gauge frames). Extractors. Simon, Andre Tait on December 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, Good day Looking at the proof marks I think I can identify a Birmingham proof mark on the barrel under the handguard. I have always admired these gold name guns as they display the Westley quality and patent top lever extra bite but also ha, Handsome W. Richards of Preston & Liverpool lightweight sidelock ejector made in 1948 with fabulous game scene and scroll engraving. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. Length of pull: 14 inches. One of the last ones to be made by hand. MAKE OFFER, W. Richards suggest a knock off of the Westley Richards nameback in the early part of the 20th centurythis was common and to some degreeit is still done today..The biggest such act is the use of the name Charles Daly to make folks think they are getting one famous name gun, when..in reality the real Charles Daly wouldn't let such a product out of the factory. I'm selling a W. Richards Double Barrel Side by Side 12 gauge shot gun, serial number 35517, what you see is what you get. The serial numbers on the receiver, barrels and forearm match (4501) and the top of the barrels read "W Richards London Laminated Steel". $1,500.00 Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. 1 3/8" - 1 7/8" dr. SCALLOPED FRAME, 30" BARRELS, IMPROVED CYLINDER AND FULL, 2 1/2", SINGLE MECHANICAL TRIGGER WITH BARREL SELECTOR, EJECTORS, STRAIGHT HAND GRIP, SPLINTER FOREND, STEEL HEEL & TOE PLATES, 27 1/2" DAMASCUS BARRELS CYLINDER AND CYLINDER DOUBLE TRIGGER EXTRACTORS ENGLISH GRIP ORIGINAL CONDITION, Westley Richards Heronshaw 12 Ga Cased Pair, W. Richards SxS 12 gauge Shotgun Double Hammers & Triggers 30" bbls (Mod. Scroll down to the Tradename section here for more information https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/pu . This is an example from our. Details Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus Double Barrel Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun Manufacturer: W. Richards Model: DOUBLE BARREL Type: Shotgun Gauge: 10 Barrel: 32 inch solid rib Finish: brown/casehardened Grip: Stock: walnut checkered Item Views: 10457 Serial Number: Catalog Page: 91 Class: Antique Description: 1 gun of a pair that was made in 1906. 1880. prior written consent of the Copyright holder. Makers - Darne, Merkel, Arrieta, Beretta, Browning, Holland, Purdey, Richards, Bernardelli, Parker, Fox, LC Smith, and most other double barreled shotgun, gun and double rifle makers. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. VFG Super Intensive Revolver & Pistol Cleaning Pellets, VFG Super Intensive Rifle Cleaning Pellets, VFG Super Intensive Shotgun Cleaning Pellets, Kowa 88mm Prominar Spotting Scopes & Accessories, Muzzleloading Short Starters & Pistol Loaders, Muzzleloading Shooting Patches, Flints & Leathers, Muzzleloading Powder Measures, Horn & Pan Chargers, Treso Muzzleloading Bullet Pullers & Patch Worms, W. H. Richards double barrel 12 guage muzzleloader. 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There are three (that I know of) "Richards" shotguns. The wood is very pretty and sound and the stock. Is your gun as svelte as this one? If you require a personal response, please use ourContact page. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Serial number 94. Steve Helsley. SN 43113, im trying to trace its history, how could I do that, Simon Clode on October 7, 2016 at 4:59 am, there is a feature in Services on our website to look up gun histories. Makers - Darne, Merkel, Arrieta, Beretta, Browning, Holland, Purdey, Richards, Bernardelli, Parker, Fox, LC Smith, and most other double barreled shotgun, gun and double rifle makers. It does however also pre-date the chamber mark, so hard to say for sure what it was originally. Here's what a real W. Richards of London & Liverpool gun looks like: The posts above reminded me of something an old, sadly deceased shooting friend once said to me, I had a well used 30 Belgian boxlock , my first shotgun. 19th Century Double Barrel Shotgun. Comes with case! The rectangle on the barrel says (I think): Laminated Steel Thanks! African American History Curatorial Collective, Political and Military History: Armed Forces History, Military. W. Richards guns were produced by many makers (Crescent in the U.S., Belgian, and some Birmingham) to confuse the unknowing, and were not of high quality even when new. SMITH, Belgian Richards Double Barrel Shotgun. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. Description Cal/GA: 12. A little trivia. The butt of the gun has a deer, two doe and trees carved into it. 2023 Rock Island Auction Company. Stock has an old crack near wedge on left side. PrOOF mark CirCa PrOOF hOuse tYPe OF PrOOF and gun since 1952 Ulm since 1968 Hannover since 1968 Kiel (W. German) since 1968 Munich since 1968 Cologne (W. German) since 1968 Berlin (W. German) since 1952 Ulm voluntary proof for hand/long guns since 1952 Ulm repair proof for major gun parts since 1952 Ulm provisional black powder for shotgun It has 30 barrels with 2 7/8" chambers , chokes M/F nice thick barrels and excellent bright and shiny bore, Westley Richards 12Ga Manufactured in 1888 Includes Orginal Leather Bound Case Please add $70.00 for shipping IF paying with a credit card there is a 2.5% fee We do not sell or ship to CA, NY, SN# 011XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (.018 AND .029 CONSTRICTIONS) 2 3/4" CHAMBERS NP 1 1/4 OZ SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER EJECTORS SPLINTER FOREARM PISTOL GRIP CHECKERED BUTT GREAT. Barrel length: 32 inches. This is a Westley Richards 10gauge Anson & Deeley Hammerless Gun. They are actually quite common and usually go for beteen $150 -$200 at auction.They were a good quality shotgun. JavaScript is disabled. Westley Richards - Drop Lock, SxS, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. (Zambia), my friend has a Westley Richards in 425 magnum. Description. W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN GI#: 102229402 Fine bores choked full and improved modified, 30" barrels retain 95% bright shiny barrel blue, receiver retains 25% case colors with 50-60% original blue remaining on the underside of the receive .Click for more info Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $1,750.00 In order for us to provide you with the very best experience while visiting our websites, you must use an up-to-date browser. One gun weighs 8 pounds. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. Double barrel shotgun "W. Richards, London", Two Double-Barrel Shotguns W. Richards 12, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Gunsmithing & Technical|June 2019 When they were made, all British guns had to be subjected to proof testing (they still are) to ensure that they were fit for purpose. Good. It doesn't have an address per se but each lockplate is marked W Richards & then the top rib is marked W Richards London Laminated Steel. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun I was told today that this is from a riffle that was produced with interchangeable barrels, please advise and the approximate value, as I would like to dispose of the weapon. Simon, Lliam Coombs on October 2, 2015 at 1:49 pm, Hello i have a very old looking westley richards side by side, the only numbers on it are B4423 which is located on the rearward part of the trigger guard behind the loop and on the extractor between the barrels the other number is 1019 which can be found on the receiver underneath the barrels, there are symbols of crowns with swords crossed on either side of the number and the word patent, any idea which is the actual serial number of this shotgun and if it is of any value? Skeettx: Forgive me for dredging up old posts (it was painfully slow at work today! Condition: Fair. Used W. Richards Side x Sid, Fine bores choked full and improved modified, 30" barrels retain 95% bright shiny barrel blue, receiver retains 25% case colors with 50-60% original blue remaining on the underside of the receive, Westley Richards best quality droplock matched pair Gun #1 28" ejector barrels with concave rib 2 1/2" chambers 1 1/8oz nitro proof Chokes .020/.024 Bores .729/.729 Proofed, Westley Richards 12ga best quality boxlock ejector live pigeon gun 30" barrels with flat matted rib 2 3/4" 1 1/4oz proof Choked .036/.052 Bores .736/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wa, Westley Richards 12ga boxlock ejector wildfowl gun 28" barrels with matted rib 2 3/4" chambers with 1 1/4oz proof Choked .015/.033 Bores .735/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wal, 42 inch barrel. Our collection database is a work in progress. There is a crack in the butt plate and it is missing the hammer on the left side. 14 7/8"pull from front trigger to solid black Kick-Eez recoil pad. Model: Double Barrel Muzzle Loading Shotgun Serial Number: 6432 Year of Manufacture: 1850's Gauge: 16 Action Type: Muzzle Loading Percussion Double Barrel Shotgun Markings: The barrel rib is marked "Westley Richards 170 New Bond STLondon". We have tried to put an easy search on our website to assist with this and will always try and answer any questions regarding the guns as time allows. All Rights Reserved. Description: Beautiful old W. Richards Belgium ELG proof marked double barrel 10 gauge double hammer shotgun. I have high hopes for next year. (displays a limited sampling of the millions of priced results in our database), many more examples with full details are available to our members - Learn more. Three Westley Richards Shotguns Currently for Sale at the U.S. Agency. Now, his several removed cousin (as I recall), William Richards, did, indeed, mark his guns "W. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. 28x2 5/8" NP s, Westley Richards Droplock Live Pigeon 12ga. Flash Hole & Primer Pocket Uniformers & Acc. The lock is nicely engraved with a couple of game scenes and. Respected Sir. But it's easily the most petite Webly I've ever held. GIhfguSXXQ http://sites.google.com/a/damascusknowl . m/www/home Westley Richards - Drop Lock SxS, 20ga. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Maharaja of Patiala - Sportsman and Statesman, WESTLEY RICHARDS GUN & RIFLE SERIAL NUMBERS. The left choke is over tight in choke but we could have this opened, Hammerguns - A very early, historic, and fun to shoot Westley Richards with super barrels that are bright and shiny and ring as well as any churches. The lock plates are marked "Westley Richards" and the bottom tang is marked "6432". When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel, Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun. Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun and A Large Maleham & Yeomans Sheffield Maker's Marked Knife with Wells Fargo Style MarkingsThe top of the barrels are stamped "LAMINATED STEEL" and "BELGIUM" with the left barrel spuriously stamped "WF&CO EX" under the forearm. Actually tight on face and in proof. Great conversation piece above your fireplace! 26" Barrels Choked M/F. Features nice shiny bright bores. "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22. http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html In your first photo, it appears there is a large crack in the stock behind the hammers. The gun in question is undoubtedly a Belgian made "hardware store" gun, and a lower grade at that. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. I checked on your Gun History page by putting the number only and the rifle was made between 1950 -1954 Note: Comment submission is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to the site. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel. If you try putting in just the number it may work, if not send me the full number at the contact email and I will let you know when it was made, the office is closed now and I am afraid I will forget! Bottom of frame marked: Prop.Platte Co. [no provenance]. From Mr. Hadoke's new book on boxlocks, I'm fairly certain that it's a product of Webley & Scott because of it's screw-grip action. Raises some attention on the trap range. )but I couldn't help but comment on your mention of owning and shooting a W. Richard's 16-bore. Brand: W. RICHARD Caliber: 12 Gauge Item #: 943839840 SKU: BELGUIM Stock No. Any ways thanks. To the best of my knowledge I believe the late Russ Ruple coined this phrase. Restored in England w beautiful fresh finish on barrels, toplever and trigger bow. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. Right barrel has lifted dent 12" from breech on +that c, Boxlocks - Built in 1906 this light 12g. This can be shipped directly to you. The barrels have been shortened, likely a Wells Fargo modification. I can't help, but give it a little bit, the pros will be along. London. Cased, westley richards london double barrel hammer shotgun, Westley Richards "Gold Name" 12ga Droplock Pair Cased, Original Westley Richards 12 guage Crab Knuckle Pinfire Conversion Arms stk #A229, Westley Richards composed pair of 12 gauge & 20 gauge with each gun having two sets of interchangable of barrels, "Westley Richards One-Trigger Detachable Drop Lock 12 Gauge (S10378), WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK 20- 28" EJECT "C" BOLTING THIRD BITE Bbls.- ABOUT 1909- GREAT WEIGHT at 5 Lbs. It has the quality of a JABC. Read another post about Belgium knockoffs and different manufacturers, just trying to find the true manufacturer and approximate age. Overall length is 43". Simon, I would like to ask about the letters LT preceding the serial number on my 425 indicate. Right after the recent election, I decided that I wasn't going to leave any loose ends unaddressed concerning my personal battery of firearms and purchased a lovely little W. Richards 16 that had been sorely tempting me for something-like 6-months. Best Grade Droplock in very good condition. VPNAVY #364256 04/15/14 01:31 PM. They are heronshaw model fixed lock box lock guns with "C-Bolt" opening, W. Richards SxS Hammer 12 ga. All doubleguns & SxS double rifles at doublegunshop.com. call us (208) 263-6953 Then you had W. Richards of London, that would be a distant cousin of Westley named William Richards. The lock plates are marked "W. RICHARDS" and feature floral scroll engraving and an engraved game bird on each lock plate. I have a shotgun and have been reading the previous posts on these W. Richards double barrel guns. Chambers have been opened to 2" (should be shot with low bra, #G3922, Westley Richards & Co. London: A Hand Detachable Ejector (Droplock) 20 Bore Completed about 1909 That Remains in Excellent Condition, 28" barrels, "C" Bolting Dolls. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Registered in England 439612. came across this W Richards Double Barrel Shotgun Naturally the search for history starts I have learned a lot but still have problem with those darn proof marks Antique Pistols April 15th, 2019 - A Pair of 19th Century Percussion Cap Pocket Pistols Double Barrel Belt Pistol by G amp J Deane A 19th Century Over and Under Double Barrel Belt . WESTLEY RICHARDS 16GA 2 28 F/M SLEEVED BARRELS WITH 98% BLUE. Length of pull is 14 1/2 inches. Wonderfully figured European walnut straight grip stock, period recoil pad, gold oval, automatic ejectors, rare single selec, Westley Richards - Boxlock, 16ga. That saidThe picture doesn't show muchList all the markings on the gun..especially the proofmarks(if any) and what chamber length is indicated A UK gun would have short 2.5" chambers. Highly figured English walnut stock, hidden third fastener, and, This is a Westley Richards 12 gauge Anson & Deeley Hammerless Gun. The minimal wall thickness is thicke, Westley Richards - Drop Lock, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. You can make direct contact with the subject thru thatthey may not come back to read these postsever Tom, The original post was in Feb of 2018.over a year agoThere is a Message link on this postthis will allow your to make direct contact. 660 Vermeer CourtPonderay, ID 83852United States. Grant I haven't seen any responses on the age, and a gun dealer I had look at it told me the proof marks were 1850's. i also have a sxs belgium made hammer gun marked A RICHARD [no s]it appears to be of decent quality the butt plate and grip cap. Any help would be appreciated. 1039, 12 gauge, 30 1/4-inch barrels with smooth rib marked: Fine Steel. The main things I would have done is adjust the action in the hammers as they are a little loose and maybe clean up the metal work and possibly if its doable, clean the grime from the checkering. I am not sure what the other marks reflect. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. . Barrel length: 32 inches. W. Richards Shotgun. The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Metal mechanically cleaned and showing grey patina with scattered light pitting. Some history and ID has been done on this shotgun. Double Guns, Double barreled shotguns, SxS, Side-by-side, and Over & Under O&U, Drillings, Combination guns, Double rifles, Hunting Guns, Cape guns, Game guns. The serial number is 42752. She started life as one, but was reproved to 2 3/4 in the fairly recent past. Parker Brothers - One of the most famous shotgun manufacturers started making double barrel shotguns in 1868. Leather-cased, Army & Navy 12-bore SxS sidelock non-ejector, IMPORTED REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION, *SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE. Description Serial # 01610. Breech release lever swings out to open action, secondary metal lever releases barrel from receiver. Westley Richards guns have Brand Value of 3/4 of Boss-H&H-Purdey-Woodward guns and W. Richards have 1/2. W. Richards Shotgun. The British Shooting Show 2023 - Calling for Apprentices! Bore was proofed as a 13 but I am thinking as it was proofed prior to the in between marks it probably started life very close to a 14 with a 12 chamber. Receive our latest blog posts, complimentary delivery* on all future retail orders and 10% off your next purchase. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. 12 gauge, 18 1/4-inch damascus barrels with English proofs and concave rib marked: London Laminated Steel.Engraved locks marked: W. Richards.Low-profile hammers. The W. Richards shown has a "top lever" barrel release latch where yours has a "side lever" barrel release latch. There are currently no customer product questions on this lot. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: W. Richards Side x Side 16 GA Hammered Shotgun: Westley Richards Single Trigger Dbl Barrel, Westley Richards & Co.

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