. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. Lock and barrel are unmarked. Please As I recsall we used to call these guns JABC, pronunciation the same but Clunker on the spelling. The lock plates are marked "W. RICHARDS" and feature floral scroll engraving and an engraved game bird on each lock plate. 12 gauge, 18 1/4-inch damascus barrels with English proofs and concave rib marked: London Laminated Steel.Engraved locks marked: W. Richards.Low-profile hammers. I did get to use her on wild Bobwhite near Campo, Colorado this Fall and she did her part. Note: Comment submission is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to the site. We may update this record based on further research and review. Buy Antique W Richards 12ga SxS Shotgun PENNY AUCTION : GunBroker is the largest seller of Antique Guns Collectible Firearms All: 974152135 . 1039, 12 gauge, 30 1/4-inch barrels with smooth rib marked: Fine Steel. I also have a W. Richards, Belgum shotgun. It has the quality of a JABC. Cal/GA: 12. Scarce detachable drop lock model, expertly restored. This can be shipped directly to you. 1880. prior written consent of the Copyright holder. PrOOF mark CirCa PrOOF hOuse tYPe OF PrOOF and gun since 1952 Ulm since 1968 Hannover since 1968 Kiel (W. German) since 1968 Munich since 1968 Cologne (W. German) since 1968 Berlin (W. German) since 1952 Ulm voluntary proof for hand/long guns since 1952 Ulm repair proof for major gun parts since 1952 Ulm provisional black powder for shotgun Right barrel has lifted dent 12" from breech on +that c, Boxlocks - Built in 1906 this light 12g. call us (208) 263-6953 Length of pull: 14 inches. It's the No. Richards." (Zambia), my friend has a Westley Richards in 425 magnum. W. Richards DOUBLE BARREL Shotgun 10 | Rock Island Auction 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. No, my gun is old and well used, and a sweetheart to shoot. Make the days count. Vintage Belgium double barrel identification | The Firearms Forum It features laminate damascus steel barrel, double hammer, double triggers, engraved receiver, checkered wood furniture, slip on rubber butt pad, and leather sling. Use it and enjoy it, as I do. Westley Richards Shotguns for sale - Guns International Fox - Their shotguns are considered more vintage than antique, as they were founded in 1906. Breech release lever swings out to open action, secondary metal lever releases barrel from receiver. 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. W. Richards Double Barrel 10 ga Shotgun pre 189 for sale - GunsAmerica $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 can supply authenticity certificates for a small price but will also help out over the phone or email. Right after the recent election, I decided that I wasn't going to leave any loose ends unaddressed concerning my personal battery of firearms and purchased a lovely little W. Richards 16 that had been sorely tempting me for something-like 6-months. Great conversation piece above your fireplace! Has 2 1/2" chambers. Restored in England w beautiful fresh finish on barrels, toplever and trigger bow. Chamber length: 2 - 1/2 inches. Comes with case! Skeettx: Forgive me for dredging up old posts (it was painfully slow at work today! From Mr. Hadoke's new book on boxlocks, I'm fairly certain that it's a product of Webley & Scott because of it's screw-grip action. Antique Shotguns & Belgian Shotguns Side by Side - Collectors Firearms W. H. Richards double barrel 12 guage muzzleloader 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. if you would like to place this item on back order. Because of the light weight and her very thin wrist (a diamond at that!) W. RICHARD BELGIUM DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN : 943839840 - GunsAmerica Westley Richards - Drop Lock, SxS, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. These levers close to form the forearm, instead of traditional wood. Anyone know where I can find parts for a double barrel 12 gauge. With 28-inch tubes and a LOP of 14 7/8-inch, this little BLE still only tips the scales at 5LBS13, and it's comb was/is so petite that even with a very slight cast-off it still fit's me (a lefty) shockingly well. Percussion fowler from the 1850's and is American in style. This, Westley Richards Droplock 12 Gauge Double-barrel, *BEAUTIFUL CASED CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN COMPANY, *VERY RARE CASED WINCHESTER Y-SERIES PIGEON, Books: Firearms Brophy, William S. L.C. I am looking forw richards Shotgun Forend and would like to see more pictures before making offer. 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. 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. Westley Richards guns have Brand Value of 3/4 of Boss-H&H-Purdey-Woodward guns and W. Richards have 1/2. The majority of marks will be found on the barrel flats, though early guns may have stamps on the tubes, under the forend. "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. This may help from our website. W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . Note: The posting of Copyrighted material on this forum is prohibited without
Click on the results to view more details I can't help, but give it a little bit, the pros will be along. THE ORIGINAL W, An original English made Birminfham proofs on the water table with 29 1/4" barrels, and choked at IC each with corrosion nearer the breech and the further forward bores oare cleaned.London Lamina, Possibly unique, made in 1905, a consecutive pair of 12ga C bolt "Gold Name" ejector droplocks, in the maker's case, well accessorized, in tight condition! English Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Marked to Platte Co. All serial numbers match. Description, F. A. Crescent Co. Double-barrel 12-gauge, A 12 gauge Westley Richards Ovundo boxlock, An English hammer shotgun by W. Richards
W. Richards DOUBLE BARREL Shotgun 12 | Rock Island Auction Was hoping for some Blues as well but we're in a serious drought here. They are actually quite common and usually go for beteen $150 -$200 at auction.They were a good quality shotgun. The horn buttplate is good with some small slivers of horn missing overall. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel, Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun. 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. The Belgian use of the "W. Richards" name must not be confused with either Westley or Williams products. Barrel is 20" L and gun is 47" L overall. Checkered walnut stocks. Description Cal/GA: 12. Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. Would like to get as much information as possible about this odd shotgun, marked W. Richards, I'm not too familiar with English double guns. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. 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
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28" ejector barrels with concave rib
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Bores .729/.729 Proofed, Westley Richards 12ga best quality boxlock ejector live pigeon gun
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Minimum wal, 42 inch barrel. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. W. Richards Shotgun. Looking at the proof marks I think I can identify a Birmingham proof mark on the barrel under the handguard. Features nice shiny bright bores. overall: 118.5 cm; x 46 5/8 in barrel length: 76.4 cm; x 30 1/16 in overall, shotgun: 46 1/2 in x 2 5/8 in; 118.11 cm x 6.6675 cm ID Number 1988.0129.11 catalog number 1988.0129.11 accession number 1988.0129 serial number 1801 Credit Line Major Kenneth E. and Viola L. Harte See more items in Son-of-a-gun.(no pun intended), I did not expect to see that! Thanks Lliam, Paolo Vimercati on January 9, 2016 at 4:22 am, Dear Sir. 12 gauge 30'' Damascus, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Thank you. Joined: Oct 2009. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Brand: W. RICHARD Caliber: 12 Gauge Item #: 943839840 SKU: BELGUIM Stock No. Choose from the Americas (USD) or Global (GBP) websites to see content specific to your location and shop online. Albert Einstein". 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html In your first photo, it appears there is a large crack in the stock behind the hammers. DoubleGuns! Here's what a real W. Richards of London & Liverpool gun looks like: The posts above reminded me of something an old, sadly deceased shooting friend once said to me, I had a well used 30 Belgian boxlock , my first shotgun. And these are known to the older residents of this board as a. barrels. And El Garro, no need to post the age markings, can pretty much narrow it down from here. It may be possible to date the gun if any year code letters are present. Belgium, C. 1880s. Condition: Fair. You can make direct contact with the subject thru thatthey may not come back to read these postsever Tom, The original post was in Feb of 2018.over a year agoThere is a Message link on this postthis will allow your to make direct contact. FULL SCROLL ENGRAVED RECEIVER STRAIGHT GRIP WITH A 15 5/8 LOP OVER A PAD AND SPACER. Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge, *WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DROP ACTION DOUBLE, RAVENSCROFT RICHARDS & CO. SIDELOCK DOUBLE, FRAMED SCARCE 1919 WINCHESTER CALENDAR. VFG Super Intensive Revolver & Pistol Cleaning Pellets, VFG Super Intensive Rifle Cleaning Pellets, VFG Super Intensive Shotgun Cleaning Pellets, Kowa 88mm Prominar Spotting Scopes & Accessories, Muzzleloading Short Starters & Pistol Loaders, Muzzleloading Shooting Patches, Flints & Leathers, Muzzleloading Powder Measures, Horn & Pan Chargers, Treso Muzzleloading Bullet Pullers & Patch Worms, W. H. Richards double barrel 12 guage muzzleloader. The' new' W. Richards have a website with a lot of information and history of the original firm and are very helpfull when asked about tracing a gun from the extensive records that they have. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. 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. We apologize for the interruption. The butt of the gun has a deer, two doe and trees carved into it. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! Description, W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. All doubleguns & SxS double rifles at doublegunshop.com. Most double shotguns represented here. Barrel is 27". 12 gauge, 32-inch damascus barrels with textured rib. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". I'll not use 2 3/4 unless I have no other options. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! 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. Barrel length: 32 inches. Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun Length of pull: 13 - inches. See our Privacy Policyfor further details. She started life as one, but was reproved to 2 3/4 in the fairly recent past. 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. 28x2 5/8" NP s, Westley Richards Droplock Live Pigeon 12ga. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. Sidelock. Engraved by G. Moore. Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. Wonderfully figured European walnut straight grip stock, period recoil pad, gold oval, automatic ejectors, rare single selec, Westley Richards - Boxlock, 16ga. W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL | Pricing Guides Dictionary & Values 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. Description W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. A little trivia. Bottom of frame marked: Prop.Platte Co. [no provenance]. Add to Cart Percussion Double 10 Gauge by Mortimer (AL7165) $895.00 Visit the IIIF page to learn more. The serial number is 35561 Both are very high quality and engraved. I'm selling a W. Richards Double Barrel Side by Side 12 gauge shot gun, serial number 35517, what you see is what you get. JavaScript is disabled. Refer to my post in this section from Oct. 2017. Simon, I would like to ask about the letters LT preceding the serial number on my 425 indicate. Gun is in good condition with some light blemishes. restrictions refer to: http://www.copyright.gov/laws/ - doublegunshop.com will not monitor nor will they be held liable for copyright violations presented on the BBS which is an open and un-moderated public forum. Description English Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Marked to Platte Co. Unserialized. Description Cal/GA: 12 gauge. It's as narrow across the bar as a 2-inch twelve (which I understand to be mostly built on 20-gauge frames). W. Richards guns were produced by many makers (Crescent in the U.S., Belgian, and some Birmingham) to confuse the unknowing, and were not of high quality even when new. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. On the top of the barrel, almost faded out, is "laminated steel" There is a design on the rear of the gun. Now, his several removed cousin (as I recall), William Richards, did, indeed, mark his guns "W. Very heavy breech and heavy half stock butt with checkered wrist. Extractors. Description, W. Richards Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun. The wood is good with some minor dings and gouges and worn checkering with a large chip repaired at the toe. No collector value but fun to shoot with brass cased black powder loads. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Shotgun. I have high hopes for next year. Thanks, The LT stands for Leslie Taylor who was responsible for many developments in the ammunition world including this round. All Rights Reserved. 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. Serial number 94. They are heronshaw model fixed lock box lock guns with "C-Bolt" opening, W. Richards SxS Hammer 12 ga. The left side of the . The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Westley Richards 20 gauge deluxe grade boxlock ejector, drop-lock side by side shotgun
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Calibre: 20 Gauge
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Triggers: #13357, Westley Richards, 170 New Bond St, London: An Early & True Anson & Deeley Westley Richards Trademark Boxlock 12 Bore Made in 1880 for Arthur W. Hall, Now with new sleeved barrels by Me, 28" SxS chopper-lump barrels with smooth concave rib, choked modified & improved modified. Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus Double Barrel Shotgun Pre 1899 Washington, D.C. Email powered by MailChimp (Privacy Policy & Terms of Use), International Media Interoperability Framework. 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. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. & 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.
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