I did get to use her on wild Bobwhite near Campo, Colorado this Fall and she did her part. One gun weighs 8 pounds. Left barrel marked E/LG, small marking under LG possibly a star or crown all in an oval; also has an S with another illegible star or crown, and a fancy cursive L similar to the symbol for pounds sterling. Most double shotguns represented here. Belgium, C. 1880s. Very nice condition overall with a couple areas on the stock that have minor flaws. 2.5" W at the breach and 1.5" at the tip of the barrel. My little 16 has a horn plate on the butt as well, but she was made in Preston, not Belgium. Richards." Cal/GA: 12. WESTLEY RICHARDS 16GA 2 28 F/M SLEEVED BARRELS WITH 98% BLUE. W. Richards suggest a knock off of the Westley Richards name.back in the early part of the 20th century.this was common and to some degree.it is still done today..The biggest such act is the use of the . Description Cal/GA: 12. 14 7/8"pull from front trigger to solid black Kick-Eez recoil pad. Sidelock. This one is made by the British W. Richards company and has Birmingham proofs on it. He was also the Managing Director of our company. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun is very tight on face and has very bright bores. I have one in 12 gage,purched from the Hudson Bay Co. While there are certainly many decent Belgian guns out there, I'm not aware of how one goes about identifying much about them. 1039, 12 gauge, 30 1/4-inch barrels with smooth rib marked: Fine Steel. W.H. came across this W Richards Double Barrel Shotgun Naturally the search for history starts I have learned a lot but still have problem with those darn proof marks Antique Pistols April 15th, 2019 - A Pair of 19th Century Percussion Cap Pocket Pistols Double Barrel Belt Pistol by G amp J Deane A 19th Century Over and Under Double Barrel Belt . Brand: W. RICHARD Caliber: 12 Gauge Item #: 943839840 SKU: BELGUIM Stock No. $320, 26" MOD AND FULL 2 3/4 SINGLE SELECT TRIGGER EJECTORS BEAVERTAIL FOREARM PISTOL GRIP NEW CONDITION IN MAKERS CASE 6LBS X 2 1/4 X 1 1/2 X 14 1/8 SWIVELS ADDED, 26" FULL AND FULL 2 1/2" CHAMBERS DOUBLE TRIGGER EJECTORS SPLINTER FOREARM PISTOL GRIP EXCELLENT CONDITION 5LBS 8 OZ X 2 3/4 X 1 3/4 X 14, Boxlocks - Very solid Westley which could be used as is or restored to new glory. They are actually quite common and usually go for beteen $150 -$200 at auction.They were a good quality shotgun. This is an example from our. Perfect field gun! The lock plates are marked "W. RICHARDS" and feature floral scroll engraving and an engraved game bird on each lock plate. Barrel is 27". Best Grade Droplock in very good condition. Flash Hole & Primer Pocket Uniformers & Acc. This pair of guns are very close in detail and will be described as one. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure. They can supply authenticity certificates for a small price but will also help out over the phone or email. Description, W. Richards Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun. Wonderfully figured European walnut straight grip stock, period recoil pad, gold oval, automatic ejectors, rare single selec, Westley Richards - Boxlock, 16ga. Gunsmithing & Technical|June 2019 When they were made, all British guns had to be subjected to proof testing (they still are) to ensure that they were fit for purpose. I have always admired these gold name guns as they display the Westley quality and patent top lever extra bite but also ha, Handsome W. Richards of Preston & Liverpool lightweight sidelock ejector made in 1948 with fabulous game scene and scroll engraving. Very nice condition overall with a couple areas on the stock that have minor flaws. Makers - Darne, Merkel, Arrieta, Beretta, Browning, Holland, Purdey, Richards, Bernardelli, Parker, Fox, LC Smith, and most other double barreled shotgun, gun and double rifle makers. Westley Richards - Drop Lock SxS, 20ga. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! She started life as one, but was reproved to 2 3/4 in the fairly recent past. Includes original leather motor case. See our Privacy Policyfor further details. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. Paper Cartridges for Percussion Revolvers, Paper Patch Bullet Molds .25-.35 Caliber 1-Cavity, Paper Patch Bullet Molds .36-.41 Caliber 1-Cavity, Paper Patch Bullet Molds .42-.45 Caliber 1-Cavity, Paper Patch Bullet Molds .46 Caliber & Up 1-Cavity, Cowboy Firearms, Muzzle Loaders & Vintage Military, Black Powder Muzzleloader Shotguns & Smoothbore Muskets, Black Powder Muzzleloading Percussion Revolvers, 1892 Winchesters Lever Action Rifles & Carbines, Pedersoli Trapdoor Black Powder Cartridge Rifles, Carbines & Officer Models, Leather Goods, Cartridge Belts & Cowboy Clothing, Buffalo Arms Custom RCBS & Lyman Sizing Dies, Hornady Lock-N-Load Power Case Prep Center. It shows your abality, There has been no comment from you on this post. If you try putting in just the number it may work, if not send me the full number at the contact email and I will let you know when it was made, the office is closed now and I am afraid I will forget! Note: The posting of Copyrighted material on this forum is prohibited without MAKE OFFER. m/www/home (1) W. Richards, 2174 - Richards 20 GA Shotgun Make the days count. Comes with case! Marked on the locks W. Richards one tree proofmark is right side up and(one mark is upside down) I have been told this is highly unusual and very rare!, top of the 30 inch Damascus barrels is marked Laminated Steel. Simon, Lliam Coombs on October 2, 2015 at 1:49 pm, Hello i have a very old looking westley richards side by side, the only numbers on it are B4423 which is located on the rearward part of the trigger guard behind the loop and on the extractor between the barrels the other number is 1019 which can be found on the receiver underneath the barrels, there are symbols of crowns with swords crossed on either side of the number and the word patent, any idea which is the actual serial number of this shotgun and if it is of any value? Most double shotguns represented here. If you have a question relating to the museum's collections, please first check our Collections FAQ. Was hoping for some Blues as well but we're in a serious drought here. True Droplock ga.Shotgun Some history and ID has been done on this shotgun. Double barrel shotgun "W. Richards, London", Two Double-Barrel Shotguns W. Richards 12, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Percussion fowler from the 1850's and is American in style. http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html In your first photo, it appears there is a large crack in the stock behind the hammers. Have adequate ventilation at all times. The lock plates are marked "Westley Richards" and the bottom tang is marked "6432". Both are very high quality and engraved. Condition: Fair. It doesn't have an address per se but each lockplate is marked W Richards & then the top rib is marked W Richards London Laminated Steel. Good. I was told today that this is from a riffle that was produced with interchangeable barrels, please advise and the approximate value, as I would like to dispose of the weapon. We apologize for the interruption. I haven't seen any responses on the age, and a gun dealer I had look at it told me the proof marks were 1850's. A little trivia. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". Gun appears to be well made but far from any high end piece. Unusual, *FANTASTIC WESTLEY RICHARDS BOX LOCK DOUBLE. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. I am not sure what the other marks reflect. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? The serial number is 35561 As I recall there were two terms similar terms: Klunker was reserved for any beat up gun not worth repairing versus Clunker which was purpose built hardly worth buying in the first place. W.H. Description Serial # 01610. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Simon, I would like to ask about the letters LT preceding the serial number on my 425 indicate. Use it and enjoy it, as I do. Condition: Fair. Parker Brothers - One of the most famous shotgun manufacturers started making double barrel shotguns in 1868. Good overall condition. Engraving on lock and hamer are faint. Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge, *WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DROP ACTION DOUBLE, RAVENSCROFT RICHARDS & CO. SIDELOCK DOUBLE, FRAMED SCARCE 1919 WINCHESTER CALENDAR. Has 2 1/2" chambers. Belgian proofs. Extractors. Because of the light weight and her very thin wrist (a diamond at that!) Description W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Rick - Go to the Shotgun Forum and type "W. Richards" into the search window. Barrels choked IC/Mod, beautiful circassian Turkish walnut capped pistol grip stock, checkered butt, beavertail forend, double triggers, SN#175XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (009 AND 018) 2 1/2" CHAMBERS 1 1/8 OZ PROOF BORES: .736 BOTH BARRELS MIN LT: .024 MIN RT: .022 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (012 AND 028 C, 28" M/F (.020"/.040") SOLID RIB BARREL AND 28" F/F (.045"/.045") VENT RIB BARREL -DOUBLE TRIGGERS -AUTOMATIC EJECTORS -BEAVERTAIL FOREND, One is a 10 gauge and the other is a 12 gauge. This can be shipped directly to you. MATCHED PAIR, SKEET AND FULL, 2 1/2", DOUBLE TRIGGERS, STRAIGHT HAND GRIPS, SPLINTER FORENDS, CHECKERED BUTTS, 6 LBS 1 OZ, 1-5/8" DAC, 2" DAH, 15" LOP A matched pair of 12 gauge, Single, 34"- 23/4" modified barrel, stock dimensions 15" LOP, dac 1 1/4", dah 1 7/8", 3/8" cast ON, 8lb 10oz, Unusual to find a WR sidelock, and this one has even more unusual "art deco" engraving. Many Thanks for visiting. . Leather-cased, LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. London. Click on the results to view more details Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. Simon, Andre Tait on December 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, Good day W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun Barrels are slightly loose, otherwise action is fine. Is your gun as svelte as this one? Side lever barrel latch. To the best of my knowledge I believe the late Russ Ruple coined this phrase. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. No, my gun is old and well used, and a sweetheart to shoot. Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 The barrels have been shortened, likely a Wells Fargo modification. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. Numbers on breech indicate it wasconverted to centerfirein 1925 or 1926 and the Armaf barrel chambered for. if you would like to place this item on back order. I have included some pictures - if you can help ID the markings - that would be wonderful. We have tried to put an easy search on our website to assist with this and will always try and answer any questions regarding the guns as time allows. Checkered walnut stocks with pistolgrip and hard rubber buttplate. Here we present an antique Belgian W. Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, made circa the late 1800s in Belgium. Contact Us. Thanks, The LT stands for Leslie Taylor who was responsible for many developments in the ammunition world including this round. Barrel length: 32 inches. Scarce detachable drop lock model, expertly restored. Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge. The rectangle on the barrel says (I think): Laminated Steel Thanks! Forum. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. MAKE OFFER. That's the shotgun Clint Eastwood used in Unforgiven. I have a Westley Richards .303 Falling Block action which I desperately want to obtain a date of manufacture on - looking at both your list of serial numbers above, as well as having visited the Westley Richards website itself, I have been unable to determine what the date of manufacture is on my rifle. Buffalo Arms is closed on the Following Holidays so that our employees can spend time with their families: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and The Day After, Christmas Eve (Open until 12:00 p.m.), Christmas Day, New Years Eve Day (Open until 12:00 p.m.). Overall length is 43". VPNAVY #364256 04/15/14 01:31 PM. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns. 14 Oz.- ORIG SST- CASED- 90% E, Westley Richards 20 gauge deluxe grade boxlock ejector, drop-lock side by side shotgun, WESTLEY RICHARDS 12 TRADEMARK ANSON & DEELEY BOXLOCK- 30" MODERN SLEEVED Bbls. Double triggers. Shotgun is a side by side with side hammers, right barrel marked 17.2 with very small np. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. African American History Curatorial Collective, Political and Military History: Armed Forces History, Military. IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. All Rights Reserved. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. Westley Richards boxlock with very nice nitro proofed Damascus 30" barrels and gun weighs only 6 lbs.! Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel. There are a few markings on it, saying "W. Richards" on both sides. Description, F. A. Crescent Co. Double-barrel 12-gauge, A 12 gauge Westley Richards Ovundo boxlock, An English hammer shotgun by W. Richards If you require a personal response, please use ourContact page. Breech release lever swings out to open action, secondary metal lever releases barrel from receiver. Also have general photos I can post if needed, markings are too small to show. I'll not use 2 3/4 unless I have no other options. Stock has an old crack near wedge on left side. (displays a limited sampling of the millions of priced results in our database), many more examples with full details are available to our members - Learn more. & IM), W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY MATCHED PAIR DROPLOCK SHOTGUNS 28 BARRELS, WESTLEY RICHARDS 12GA 30 F/F EJECTOR BARRELS BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR LIVE PIGEON GUN, ORIGINAL CONDITION WESTLEY RICHARDS 12GA BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWL GUN 28 M/F 2 3/4 BARRELS, ATTRACTIVE WESLEY RICHARDS 6-GAUGE PERCUSSION SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN, Westley Richards Gold Name boxlock with nitro proofed 30" Damascus barrels, W. Richards of Liverpool 12 Bore Sidelock Ejector with Excellent Game Scene and Scroll Engraving Highly Figured Stock, Westley Richards 12 Gauge Double Hammerless, Cased. The horn buttplate is good with some small slivers of horn missing overall. Steve Helsley. Any ways thanks. W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, Re: W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, http://coveyandnye.com/purveyor-of-fine-ards-best-grade, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. Barrel length: 32 inches. (displays a limited sampling of the millions of priced results in our database), many more examples with full details are available to our members - Learn more. Thanks for the help everybody, knew it wasn't a Westley but hoped it might have been a lower grade William. Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun and A Large Maleham & Yeomans Sheffield Maker's Marked Knife with Wells Fargo Style MarkingsThe top of the barrels are stamped "LAMINATED STEEL" and "BELGIUM" with the left barrel spuriously stamped "WF&CO EX" under the forearm. 12 gauge 30'' Damascus, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Bore was proofed as a 13 but I am thinking as it was proofed prior to the in between marks it probably started life very close to a 14 with a 12 chamber. To speak with one of our gun specialists or to visit our flagship store please get in touch, Join The Explora Club for Member Exclusives. Respected Sir. 2-piper, I will defer to your spelling expertise. Thanks guys, to be clear by "refurbishing" I meant taking it to one of the few gunsmiths that specialize in vintage double guns, certainly not me doing it. Joined: Oct 2009 . All Rights Reserved. if you would like to place this item on back order. There is a crack in the butt plate and it is missing the hammer on the left side. Constitution Avenue, NW If I type in the letters + number in it comes up with no results. . Engraved by G. Moore. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns. Posts: 516. Add to Cart Percussion Double 10 Gauge by Mortimer (AL7165) $895.00 Used W. Richards Side x Sid, Fine bores choked full and improved modified, 30" barrels retain 95% bright shiny barrel blue, receiver retains 25% case colors with 50-60% original blue remaining on the underside of the receive, Westley Richards best quality droplock matched pair Gun #1 28" ejector barrels with concave rib 2 1/2" chambers 1 1/8oz nitro proof Chokes .020/.024 Bores .729/.729 Proofed, Westley Richards 12ga best quality boxlock ejector live pigeon gun 30" barrels with flat matted rib 2 3/4" 1 1/4oz proof Choked .036/.052 Bores .736/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wa, Westley Richards 12ga boxlock ejector wildfowl gun 28" barrels with matted rib 2 3/4" chambers with 1 1/4oz proof Choked .015/.033 Bores .735/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wal, 42 inch barrel. The action is good with some of the casehardening bright in the protected areas. Likes: 8. Grant Westley Richards & Co. uses cookies to optimise your experience on this site. But it's easily the most petite Webly I've ever held. Length of pull is 14 1/2 inches. Note: Comment submission is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to the site. OAK & LEATHER TRUNK, Westley Richards --- Sidelock Ejector --- 12 Gauge, 2 3/4" Chambers --- in Oak & Leather Case, WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, WESTLEY RICHARDS PINFIRE SXS HAMMER GUN 12 GAUGE. 14 LOP. All serial numbers match. The shotgun has a mottled brown/gray patina with scattered scratches and dings. Learn more about our approach to sharing our collection online. London. Sorry, but that is the truth. : 524797 Location: CA Trades Accepted: No Share: Shipping Notes: See Description **PLEASE SEE PICTURES** CALL ME*CALL ME*CALL ME TO COMPLETE TRANSACTION. Double Guns, Double barreled shotguns, SxS, Side-by-side, and Over & Under O&U, Drillings, Combination guns, Double rifles, Hunting Guns, Cape guns, Game guns. WESTLEY RICHARDS DELUXE DROP LOCK SXS 2 BARREL SET 12 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST SXS SIDELOCK SHOTGUN, 12 GAUGE, TWO BARREL SET, CASED PAIR OF WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUNS, WESTLEY RICHARDS GOLD LETTER DROP LOCK 12 GAUGE, ANTIQUE WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR 16GA 28 1/4 BARRELS 2 3/4 CHAMBERS MILLER SINGLE TRIGGER STUNNING WOOD GREAT GAME/CLAYS SXS, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROPLOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROP LOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, Westley Richards on there early action, one of the first hammerless boxlocks and she still works great! Lead, Follow, or get the **** Out of the Way. Extractors. I have a early side lever (Left Side) 12 back action hammer gun marked W Richards with Birmingham proofs, but am under no illusions of it being the Real McCoy. This shotgun was likely manufactured by Henri Pieper between 1884 and before 1893 based upon the proof mark. The company built side-by-side double barrel shotguns throughout WW2. Wells Fargo Style Marked W. Richards & Co. ANTIQUE ENGLISH SIDE LEVER SHOTGUN, 12 gauge, AN EDWARDIAN LEATHER SHOTGUN CARTRIDGE CASE, EUROPEAN DAMASCUS BARREL SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN 12, Remington model 34 tube feed, bolt action, Three percussion firearms, to include a Thompson, Westley Richards & Co.
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