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Manton Double Barrel 12 ga Black Powder Shotgun

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Manton Double Barrel 12 ga Black Powder Shotgun
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Manton Double Barrel 12 ga Black Powder Shotgun

Here is an antique Engraved J. Manton Percussion Double Barrel Side by Side
Shotgun made circa the 1850s in London, England. There were originally two
Manton brothers, John was the elder and Joseph was the younger.
John was born in 1752, and after his apprenticeship, set up shop in London in
Piccadilly. John Manton was active in London from 1781 to 1834.
He began making percussion weapons in 1825.

The firm used the name John Manton and Son from 1820, though his son George
Henry Manton had joined him in 1814. After John’s death the family continued to
operate the business into the early 20th century with some slight changes in the
name. This one just states MANTON on the side so we assume made after 1900.

Among the apprentices he trained in gunmaking are famous names such as William
Greener and John Blanch, along with his famous brother, Joseph Manton.

The overall condition is poor. Original patina. Strong action. Both barrels are in
fair shape. Stock has issues - Cracks on both side and repair done
Legible markings. This example is lightly engraved with traditional designs.
The steel butt plate is original - Has the tamping rod too..

Barrels are 32 inches long - Percussion nozzles are in poor shape and
one is quite damaged..

Gun does appears to function as intended but age is very old and condition an issue...
so caution is the way to go..