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COLT MODEL 1883 SXS SHOTGUN.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 3,500.00 USD
COLT MODEL 1883 SXS SHOTGUN.
Cal. 12 Ga. 2-5/8". S# 5937. Colt was justifiably proud of these finely made double-shotguns. This example has 30" fine damascus barrels marked with the Colt name and address on a flat matted rib set with two white beads. Case-hardened boxlock-type action features automatic safety and double triggers. The action is engraved in Colt's lowest grade style with geometric borders and a trigger plate with patent information. S# is on trigger guardtang. Most of these guns had good wood, but the pistol grip buttstock on this example is very attractive, with beautifully fiddle-figured European walnut interspersed with fine dark marbling. Stock measures 14-3/8" over hard rubber buttplate with rampant colt. Point pattern checkering is at grip, and a vacant silver oval is on the toeline. A matching splinter forend with an inlet horn tip is Colt's adaptation of a Deeley latch. MEASUREMENTS: Bbls: bore diameter: L .730; R .727. Restriction: L .029 (full); R .017 (mod). Wall thickness: L .022; R .034. STOCK: DAH: 3-1/4". DAC: 1-5/8". CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-3/8". WEIGHT: 7 lb., 13 oz. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially restored. Barrels retaining 40–50% of their original damascus finish. The case color of action has been renewed with colors that are very close to the original type. Absolutely no wear is apparent in action. Stocks retain about 70% of their original French polish finish, with wear and darkening evident on sharp edges. Forend shows new varnish and repairs a crack on the left side. The checkering is slightly worn. Forend checkering with some re-cutting. Bores are bright and shiny without any noted problems. Action is tight. Screws are out of time. (01-24659/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.