Contact us about Circa 1870 British 14-Bore Percussion Double Barreled Sporting Gun

This very nice DOUBLE BARREL 14 bore Percussion Shotgun presents very nicely, with a lovely patina of age. Side-by-side round barrels are 42” long. Overall length of the gun is 46”. Barrels are 14 gauge. Externally, the barrels are brownish gray in color with fairly smooth surfaces with no pitting around the breech area. The wrist of the stock is finely checkered for a better grip, and the walnut shows some fantastic grain, and a lovely red brown color. The shotgun's fittings are all of iron, with some minimal line engraving unsigned. The locks are both fully functional, and correctly hold at half cock to fire at full. The cap nipple cones both look to be replacements. The original ramrod is still under the barrel, with a brass ramming end, while the other end is now missing the brass fitting. It indicates that the barrel is "Damascus" forged, resulting in a lovely pattern due to the laminated nature of the steel, which also adds strength. The finish on the barrels is faded to a plum patina, but the spiral forging lines are still apparent on the underside of the barrel. Releasing the fore-arm from the barrel; The bottoms of each barrel are both marked with the bore / gauge 14, and also bear the CROWN / VBP single Birmingham Proof Mark, which began to be used circa 1868 There is also a (J.W) mark on the bottom, which may be a maker mark for the barrel itself. Obscured / missing Signature, no visible serial number, Repair to butt stock. This is a very nice British made double barrel 14 gauge shotgun, which would look perfect mounted on the wall. Ready to display! This Item is an obsolete antique and are sold as collectors objects only. Please view the photographs carefully as they are part of the description. If you require any further photo's or details please contact a member of staff in Building 1.