3143 BRITISH SXS PERCUSSION SHOTGUN RETAILED BY H. E.

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 400.00 USD
Estimated at 800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
DEMICK & CO OF ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 1563 (underside of barrels). The top rib is engraved "H.E. DEMICK & CO ST LOUIS"; famous gunsmith and retailer in St. Louis, Missouri, from 1849–1879 through the Antebellum and Civil War periods. The twist 36.5" barrels have Birmingham proofs and "W. ELLIS" on the water tables. Island hammer locks with light engraving. Double triggers. Half-length, wedge-fastened walnut stock has an iron buttplate with a long peak tang and German silver wedge escutcheons. CONDITION: barrels show a good twist pattern with brown patina, scattered marks, and pinprick oxidation. Locks and fences show a dark patina with washing out of engraving. Good wood finish with numerous scratches, spots of peeling finish, and small dents. Hardwood ramrod appears to be a tight fit. Dark, lightly pitted bores. (01-24368/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.