Epic Winter Sporting Auction - Guns, Knives, Lures, Relics
Lot 66:
French Model 1857 12ga Shotgun
Description
French Model 1857 12 Gauge Shotgun, serial number SL748G. This single-shot, percussion action shotgun features a 31-inch barrel and an overall length of approximately 49.25 inches. The barrel is marked ‘HUNTER,’ and the receiver exhibits standard design elements typical of the time period. The shotgun has a wood stock showing a dark finish and a smooth curved buttplate. The metal components display a dark aged patina consistent with its age and usage.
CONDITION: This French Model 1857 shotgun shows wear consistent with its age and period. The wood stock exhibits scratches, dings, and areas of wear. There are signs of surface oxidation and finish loss throughout the metal components, most notably on the barrel and receiver. The action functions mechanically, though it has not been tested with live ammunition. The bore shows some oxidation, with signs of fouling and wear. Overall, this firearm exhibits its age but remains in serviceable condition.
Maker: French
Model: Model 1857
Caliber/Gauge: 12ga
SN: SL748G
Type: Shotgun
Barrel: 31″
Overall Length: 49.25″
# of Shots: 1
Background Check: NO
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