1186 FRENCH BOXLOCK SXS SHOTGUN BY L. MANSON OF PARIS

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This item SOLD at 2023 Mar 28 @ 11:59UTC-4 : AST/EDT
Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 150.00 USD
Estimated at 300.00 - 500.00 USD

CAL. 12 Ga., 2 1/2". S# 3817. The import marked 28.5" barrels have matted swamped rib & brass front bead. Under has holes for sling swivel. Mod. & Imp. Mod. chokes. Water tables have Belgian & French proofs. Boxlock action has geometric pattern engraving, double triggers, non-automatic safety & ejectors. Pushbutton splinter forearm & straight grip walnut stock with wraparound segmented checkering. LOP: 13.25" to checkered butt. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: with Black Plastic Case. CONDITION: fair fading barrel blue with numerous handling marks, pinprick oxidation, & muzzle wear. Action shows faded case colors with patina. Fair wood finish with smooth checkering, cracks, open hole in toeline, open grain checks & numerous handling marks. Good borders with small dents. PROVENANCE: "Save the Fine Guns". T&G German Gun Imports, bringing fine German guns to a more appreciative market. (22-5120/MD). CURIO. $300-$500.