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German Underlever Double Hammergun by Thieme & Schlegelmilch

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German Underlever Double Hammergun by Thieme & Schlegelmilch
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serial #2648, 16 ga, 29'' damascus barrels with perhaps fair bores that show areas of light pitting and rather heavy scoring marks throughout. The barrels retain generous plum-brown finish with areas toning to gunmetal gray and showing some scattered old oxidation staining and nice damascus patterns throughout. There is a delicate gold wire inlay at the breech, the rib maker markings remain strong and the rear rib also shows ''(Crown) / V'' 1891 voluntary proof. The action and back action island lockplates are toning to a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina showing a little mild brown staining and are embellished in full coverage with wonderful flowing foliate scrollwork and fine light background shading, the scroll piercing through sections of riband and intermingling with shell-like motifs. There are further embellishments of fish scale-like crosshatching and a nice little detailed scene of a traditional German hunter along the flat of the guard. The right lockplate shows an endearing scene with three rabbits while the left shows four game birds. The fancy horn pistolgrip remains in very fine condition and the checkered walnut buttstock is also very fine showing some overall light dings and dents but otherwise maintaining a very nice honest appearance with fine checkering and very nice hardware fit. There is a small grain drying crack along the left side of the wrist that is very unobtrusive, the left side of the stock features a nice rounded cheekpiece and the wood exhibits excellent grain figure throughout. Equipped with sling swivels and German silver bead front sight, the locks with non-rebounding hammers are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive shotgun from a quality maker with some especially fine embellishments and nice island locks. (13B11719-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)