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20FD-526 FORSYTH CASED

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20FD-526 FORSYTH CASED
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Rare original Forsyth patent ignition system shotgun with "Scent bottle" style strikers to ignite fulminate of mercury pellet type pills. Measures 46 1/2" overall with a 30" barrel in 16GA. In its original case withForsyth label in the lid explaining patent with firing information. The barrel shows most of their original brown with striping still strong and double gold bands at the breech. The locks show case colors toning tosilvery gray. The stock is good with some marks and normal wear. The scent bottles are original and numbered to the gun. The case is very good with minor tatters and normal aging. Staining and small losses to thelabel, flask, spring vise, powder dippers and wrench included. The exterior is very good with minor scratches. These were only used a few years and most often they were converted to standard percussion for use. A rareexample. (Antique) Est.: $3500-$7000