A lighter load first and then buckshot for problems inside the home. He operated fro, From a mid-west sale, a very nice antique percussion Rifle/Shotgun over under combination gun with patch box. This is a very nice little English boxlock with very nice barrels and plenty of choke which is good if you want it or can be opened to anything you would like. Armstrong & Co. of New Castle on Tynne ~ A solid English boxlock ejector for a super fair price. Another company that produces some great short double guns is Stoeger. Just some thoughts to consider. Completed in 1901 this Scott is in remarkable condition retaining over 90% of its original case color and blue.
Antique Firearms - John B. Henry The 28" barrels are 32 caliber rifled octagon on top and 12 gaug, "Jenks Carbine with Tape Primer. Gun is tight on face and in proof so can be taken afield. These Francotte guns are fabulous values. Signup now! Available in both the hard-hitting 12-gauge and the light-kicking 20, I elected for the 20-gauge so everyone in the home could use the shotgun well. with classic Prince of Wales grip and 2 3/4" proofs so can shoot many of the American shells! The modern hammer-fired double barrel has the advantage of simplicity. Yeah, but 20 inches is a great length, giving the gun excellent balance and a smooth swing. Original Flip Up Site, 16 1/2 Barrel, Original Curly Mapel Stock. eventually became my DOVE GUN. Weight: 6 Lbs. A crack by screw hole on the lo, It has a very interesting conversion to breech loading shotgun in 20 GA. Hammer must be pulled to cock position to draw the spring loaded firing pin back that has been neatly inserted into the breech, British BARBER of NEWARK Antique SxS Double Barrel 20 Ga. FLINTLOCK Shotgun
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Here we present an antique English Barber of Newark Flintlock Double Barrel Shot, Antique CASED & Engraved MANTON Percussion DOUBLE BARREL SxS HAMMER Shotgun
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Here we present an antique Cased and Engraved Manton Perc, "This very unusual Nickerson Patent percussion breech loading shotgun was made in 1850. The name and address on the rib is very sharp and crystal clear and obviously never seen any sanding or re-blacking since new. Churchill "Utility" Grade XXV with famous Churchill rib and weighs in at 6 lbs. I will say, the exposed hammers take a tiny bit of getting used to. 20 gauge is a great choice for people of light of stature. Wood is nicely checkered and has the correct buttplate. Buckshot is (arguably) the best pest/varmint control around. I estimate this gun was built shortly after 1909. You can reload without taking the weapon out of the fight. coach guns this whole article just makes me laugh. They are my edc because I chose them to be. All rights reserved. Another advantage is that with two loads, you can stage the load. My personal Century Arms double-barrel was ordered in 20-gauge. The Mission of Cheaper Than Dirt! It was manufactured for Nickerson by Joab Hapgood (1804-1890) of Shrewsbury and Boston, MA. A classic and solid, tight on face English gun for a very fair price. Or you might get it all. and by James Woodward to say the least. At close range making felony arrests in tight quarters, I am certain these were formidable firearms. Major and minor roadways have always been prime places for folks to get robbed by various forms of bandits. Vintage 2004 Licensed Saw Billy The Puppet Don Post Rubber Halloween Movie Mask, HISTORY: PARKER DOUBLE-BARREL SHOTGUN..DETAILS/EXPLODED VIEW (802W), Washable ShotGun Hood Scoop 4 Barrel Single/Dual Bug Catcher Polish Aluminum Rod, C.1880/90s Man Standing w dog and gun double barrel, 1890s Man Double Barrel Shotgun Laundry Wichita Kansas GLASS PHOTO NEGATIVE, Shotgun Muzzle Protector Double Barrel 410 Bore 20g 28g GAUGE BARRELED PLUG MOP, Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Shotgun & Dog Shooting Brooch by Alabaster & Wilson, lillybumblebeevictorianjewels (1,379) 100%, Double Barrel Shotgun Cowboy Patch, Large Back Patches, Christmas Wishes Silver Coin Father Christmas Santa Stocking Filler Tree Magical, Marine Antique Navy Brass Double Barrel~Telescope 39" With Wooden Tripod Stand, Wonderful Crossed Double Barrel Shotgun Design Men's Bright Finish Cufflinks, Leave feedback about your eBay search experience - opens in new window or tab. even circa 1937. Yes! The 20-gauge kicks about half as much as the 12-gauge and carries about 55% of the payload. The spread from the short barrels also made it much easier to hit moving targets from a bouncing coach. On the outside away from home in todays world you may encounter a situation of great complexity. The long stock we can easily arrange to be made to your personal LOP of course. This example is light and well balanced. I love single action revolvers, have double action 38 for bedside, and the coach gun in the closet. Its the kind of gun that could make someone get into Cowboy Action Shooting, and its the exact kind of gun those shooters seek. shotgun/gun Miller. Or call 1-800-284-5668, or emailsubscriptions@athlonmediagroup.com. Give me a call! We are offering for sale an Antique LONDON MADE Side by Side shotgun chambered in 12GA. The Premier Body Armor Vertx Collaboration Adds More Options, VIDEO: Police Snipers Train for Super Bowl LIV With .50 BMG, More, The MAUSER 98 125th Anniversary Limited-Edition Series, FIRST LOOK: Glock Just Very Quietly Unveiled the New Glock 47 Pistol, Police Sidearms: The Handguns of Americas 10 Largest Departments, Black Creek Labs MRX Bronco, TRX Bronco Hunter Rifles, CMP Surplus Ammo Coming Soon in M2 Ball, .30 Carbine & More, Active School Shooter Training: 14 Key Points to Consider, 5 Strategies For Effectively Completing a Tactical Reload, FIRST LOOK: Colt CBX Precision Chassis Rifle Ready to Compete & Win, 5 Common Myths on How to Survive a Gunfight, Understanding Stand Your Ground Laws and Castle Doctrine, Long-Distance Shooting: 5 Must-Know Tips For Spotters & Shooters, IMPACT Experience Events Redefine Your Long-Range Shooting Limits, Sniper Skills: Taking Your Shooting Precision to the Next Level. We found this in the back of the vault and thought we should find a home for it. I have a Circuit Judge .410 hanging on a hook on the back of the master bedroom door that is loaded with 00 buck, and on my patterning board..at hallway range it produces some very interesting patterns with those .32 caliber balls. The Howdah 20-Gauge Double-Barrel Flintlock Pistol Has a Deep History. Whether or not you can handle it is another story. Best Double-Barrel Shotguns. Serial: 3975. Classified Ad (3), Search Full Text of Listings
I carried a short double barrel 12 ga shotgun as a Police Officer and found the psychological effects of the appearance of a double barrel in the hands of an Officer is very effective at deescalating a situation. I agree, Les..While bird shot loads would not be my first choice as defensive loads, at close range..AKA in-the-house..such loads can be very effective.
OLD WEST Antique STAGECOACH Hammer Shotgun - Guns International The case colors are over 50% and the barrel blue in the 90% range. Great deals on Double Barrel In Shotgun Parts. I was introduced to #4 by a professional hunter that hunted coyotes from a helicopter. Its light, handy will kick out a hull over either shoulder should you decide to use left handed. Has 16" barrel and 32" overall length.
Antique Firearms - Dixie Gun Works With 12 gauge or smaller inserts this gun might lend itself to be a good gun for the vintager sporting clay course as the weight and stock dimensions are good. Metal has mostly plum brown patina.
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Double Barrel In Shotgun Parts for sale | eBay Heavy, kicks like a mule, AND holds 2 cartridges? Built in 1906 this light 12g. And not as expensive as some of the other big brand name ammo. This little Hellis is a perfect example. The barrels are 20-inches long. Hammers have half cock safety feature, but no other manually operated safety. Category, Antique LONDON FINE TWIST Side by Side Shotgun ~ 12Ga ~ 36" Barrels, 2 muzzleloader. Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Flintlock Misc, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Matchlock/Wheellock Misc, Century Arms International (CAI) - Rifles, Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Rifles (perc), Winchester Rifles - Modern Bolt/Auto/Single, Winchester Rifles - Pre-1899 Bolt/Single Shot, Century Arms International (CAI) - Pistols, Colt Automatic Pistols (.25, .32, & .380 cal), Colt Single Action Revolvers - Modern (22 Cal. A very sound in proof gun with very nice barrels. Antique 1800's Hunter Posing With Double Barrel Shotgun and Dogs Cabinet Card, Vintage Partridge Hunter Antique Grouse Hunting Double Barrel Shotgun 1890 GREAT, Two Italians With Antique Bicycle And Double Barrel Shotgun Ammunition Belt 1890, Cabinet Card Photo Young Man Holds Double Barrell Shotgun 1900s Antique, ANTIQUE REPRO BIRD HUNT PHOTO PRINT ENGLISH SETTER VEST DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, Customs services and international tracking provided, ANTIQUE REPRODUCTION 8X10 PHOTO OLD GUY TURKEY HUNTING DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, ANTIQUE DUCK HUNTING REPRO 8X10 PHOTO PRETTY WOMAN WITH DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, 1900 Antique print: DOUBLE-BARRELED SHOTGUNS. Especially now that Schumer is top Dem in Senate. Antique 10 Gauge Parker Hammer Shotgun with Damascus Barrels VERY NICE! Home Our Collection Contact About Antique Firearms . A hammer gun has to be cocked and under stress that might get you killed. W Moore & Co London double barrel 10 gauge, "SUPER RARE" ANTIQUE COACH GUN 1830's to 1840's 45 Cal. The pump shotgun and the self-loader are more complex, more expensive and more difficult to train with. Rococo style carving on the stock. As for me, a Mossberg 500 in .410, with 3 FEDERAL #4 Buck (Handgun) ammo, is my choice, Well. For personal defense, the double-barrel handles quickly and points well. Many have heard of the "Kerstan" rib extension extra bite.
Non-Firing - Preferred Arms From the images of old west guards riding shotgun on a stagecoach to the modern hammer-fired double, the double-barrel has an unmistakable image and the threat of a double-charge of buckshot. I have several Mossys in 20 ga excellent inexpensive insurance. Rosson was a great maker in Norwich England on Rampant Horse street. Your discussions, feedback and comments are welcome here as long as they are relevant and insightful. We don't know a lot about this maker except that he set up shop at 5 Pelham's Lane in Colchester, Essex, from 1901 to 1913. Please be respectful of others.
Side by Side Shotguns for Sale | Palmetto State Armory When I took it to the range the first time, I found myself wishing I could have pushed through batwing doors with this little time machine of a shotgun. Light, simple, elegant, and strong. With the open-choke barrels of the coach gun, 15 yards is the limit for retaining a good pattern for best effect, which isnt different from the average riot gun. My Mossberg 535 with 24 bbl patterns about 2 3/4 with full choke. Ready?! By signing up you agree to Guns.com's The short-barreled double-barrel shotgun with hammers is often called a coach gun or side-by-side shotgun. What choke? The right side of the action the wood has been properly reinforced with dowels to strengthen the stock. I really like the checkered side panels. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. They arent well suited for tactical use by special teams, but for home defensedouble-barrels, particularly short-barrel coach guns, are ideal. Size of shot pattern for birdshot to buck shot no more than a quater under 15; so even #7 1/2 is effective man killer at in home defensive range. All of these coach guns are ideal for Cowboy Action shooting and home defense. The 33 1/2" round barrels are 44 caliber rifled and 12 gauge smooth bore with a blade, From a mid-west sale, a very nice antique percussion Rifle/Shotgun side by side combination gun with patch box. Cimarron also makes slightly fancier and more expensive Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp versions of the short double barrel with various embellishments. This ad features the pictured Antique Parker Exposed Hammers Shotgun with Damascus Barrels. Those little shells in 8 shot make for a fun range pairing with the Hammer Coach. BUT AGAIN PRACTICE PRACTICE, PRACTICE PRACTICE , AND MORE PRACTICE (as mentioned above) also fire and maneuver, cover and concealment WILL help you better odds of survival. This classic style double barrel shotgun scabbard is carefully made from only the. Hide Brhind; My double barrel has few parts, is impossible to jam, needs no safety and shows me whats in the chamber every two shots. It has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and clarity. The extra barrel doesnt add nearly as much weight or awkwardness as you might think, and the gun just feels good and shoots really well. Back when the west was wild, coach guns were your best bet against unwanted threats. But if you want one all around gun for home defense a shotgun is my choice. Having said that I have two Mossberg 500s outfitted for both in and out of home situations. For home defense Good high brass or even low brass bird shoot like #6 or even 7 1/2 works great because you are most likely at point blank to across a room at most. My coach gun does a fine job on pest/varmint control around my property but Ill stick with my DP-12 or Glock 21 for defense purposes.
antique double barrel shotgun for sale | eBay Vintage Double Barrel Shotgun Forearm Iron Parts lot Stevens Savage Ithaca Read. Heck, even my M1 carbine is a better choice for defense than the coach gun. Bob, That may well be true and no argument there. Manufrance "Ideal" grade "2R" in very nice condition! Plus, those barrels produced solid patterns at, and a bit beyond, typical self-defense distances. Worked a homicide as a young police officer where a burglar was shot in the abdomen at close range with bird shot. Westley Richards boxlock with very nice nitro proofed Damascus 30" barrels and gun weighs only 6 lbs.! The action is extremely tight out of the box and even a little tough to open at first. Editors note: This post was originally published in December of 2016. A very solid 2 3/4" gun with great barrels and bores. Hamilton Short Barrel Gun from Belgium Here we present an antique W.H. SKU. "Double Barrel Flintlock Coach Gun by Wilson.
Colt Shotguns for sale - Guns International It is tight on face and field ready just in time for the upland season. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The double-barrel is about as politically correct as a shotgun can be. 30 inch barrels are bright on the inside and retain about 70% Damascus twist pattern on the exterior. Just dont forget to cock them. Some old pitting and rust on the barrel. Tight on face and field ready. Side-by-side shotguns are often used in Cowboy Action Shooting competition. The other option for a hammerless gun would be an elastic shell holder on the buttstock, chambers empty, and practice quickly loading. I also have a couple of just legal single shot 20s stashed in corners.
"Double Barrel Flintlock Coach Gun by Wilson (AL4736)" - Guns International The Howdah 20-Gauge Double-Barrel Flintlock Pistol Has a Deep History Coach Guns Were the Best Line of Defense The company saw fit to arm its messengers with what would become known as messenger guns and coach guns. Type is external hammer Coach style Double Barrel, with bright blue steel barrels, reciever, and trigger guard; and with Color Casehardened Rabbit Ear hammers.
Rossi 12 gauge Overland Coach Gun 3 for sale at - GunsAmerica But it also means the gun requires a bit of breaking in. Manufactured at Springfield, Massachusetts. Coach guns have extractors, but no ejectors (like a single-shot external hammer gun I have). Looking from the breach end the bores look clean bright and shiny. Just like a hammerless shotgun. Weight: 7 Lbs. Though many in general will not admit it. Over the following years, coach guns would be both bought and made by people in all walks of life. MOORE CO. BELGIUM" on both locks and "CAST-STEEL BELGIUM" on the barrel rib. STOEGER 12-Gauge Coach Gun. In that regard this gun is a perfect example as it is hard to close. more info 1897 Classic Old West Double Barrel Shotgun Scabbard Handcrafted western style double barrel shotgun scabbard. Even in a short barrel double or pump its not out the wading yet and acts like a minimal penetrating frangible slug. I have seen many double-barrel shotguns at ready in the home or on the farm, and they are capable of dispatching unwanted pests and varmints as well as members of our protein-fed ex-con criminal class. But otherwise , thank you for the very technical legal advice as Im sure its a benefit to us all who did plan on shooting those fleeing from us when the opportunity came. The bores are bright and shiny and show no dents or dings. Something went wrong. A fine and rare 23-bore OU double-barreled flintlock sporting gun, ca.
Side by Side Shotguns - Impact Guns Hunting shotguns. Note the modern dimensions and there are still remaining original case colors on the action. 6 oz.. Certainly #4 would be good. A very nice petite 20g by George Bate, a small but well-respected English gun maker in the center of the Birmingham gun trade on Steel House Lane. They typically have two triggers one for each barrel and offer safety and speed in a simplistic, reliable design. In very nice condition for those of you (like myself) that are of the Churchill fan club. It is practical as well. on the coach dbl option for the HD, i think 2 slugs or 2 DBL 00 loads would be good. side by side that weighs under 6 lbs.
coach gun for sale on GunsAmerica. Buy a coach gun online No Weight: 6 Lbs. Our ever-growing inventory includes new and used models in just about every price range. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. defender and although the appearance doesnt have the same effect as a double it has an effect as a short barrel shotgun and the racking of the slide to chamber a round is unmistakable and a very effective psychological tool. Antique LONDON FINE TWIST Side by Side Shotgun ~ 12Ga ~ 36" Barrels Gun #: 991214683 Seller: baystategunbuyers GA Sales: 1880 $439.00 Full Details More from this Seller 10 Image (s) 2 muzzleloader. My DP-12 holds 16 rounds of #3 buckshotquite a bit better than 2 rounds. If you don't care for stock extensions like the one on this gun always keep in mind we can remove this and you can have a recoil pad installed in its place. Gauge: 20 gauge. Updated Gun Listing Notifications
Its simple, with practice you get good at what you use.
Century Arms Coach Gun: An Affordable Side-By-Side Shotgun Hamilton Stagecoach Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, made circa 1890, in Liege, Belgium. A tight classic Lancaster of London.
Side By Side Shotguns For Sale :: Guns.com Manufacturers include Henry, Sharps, Spencer, Winchester, Volcanic, Remingtion and more. The other option is to have it restocked to fit you! Built on a unique but 100% trigger plate action this is a gun that I have always been intrigued with. Beautiful Damascus barrels are tight on face and have bright shiny bores. Original sling swivels. 25 Whittal Street, Birmingham. Stock Dimensions: 14 3/8LOP x c, H. Nock, London. Lock plate has "J. Cooper" and some light engraving which is all visible. LARGE ENGLISH HUDSON BAY DOG-LOCK MARKET PUNT GUN CIRCA EARLY 1800S. JP Sauer 16g ~ a solid little Prussian made gun that would be great for grouse or quail, James Woodward & Sons 20ga. The Golden age of American shotguns lasted only about 40 years, from about 1890 until the Great Depression. We have had a number of Braddell guns over the years and they have always been very well made. *Note the cast off is 1" which is more than normal but would be perfect for the person that has a large beard or face that would require this. Back up is a High Standard.22 Derringer. It is possible it could be bent half and inch or more. It may not have a great selection of antique double barrel options, but there are some quite valuable shotguns that you will want to look into. New Gun Listing Notifications, Click anywhere on the large image below to zoom in, or use the A 12 gauge double barrel coach gun by Manhattan Arms Companycirca 1890. CG1878-20. To fire, cock the hammers and pull the trigger. People often think the English London BEST sidelock is the most beautiful of the classic double guns but every once and awhile we get a boxlock in that is extremely attractive, handles well, and made with extreme care and craftsmanship. Game Wardens wouldnt keep let him the bear, but he did keep the newspaper clipping in his scrapbook. Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $3,975.00 COLT 1883 DOUBLE BARREL SIDE BY SIDE 10 GAUGE SHOTGUN GI#: 102207863 30 inch Damascus barrels with about 40% pattern still visible. Shotgun was cut down to "coach gun" configuration with 20" barrels . Pale Horse, Dark Angel, I absolutely agree. Smooth Bore percussion Fowler approximately 69 Caliber. William Evans 12g Boxlock Ejector ~ This is their "Best Quality" model ~ Check out the features and the beautiful wood and fences! Barrel is a plum/brown color with good bores. I received one for Christmas a couple of years ago. I have to ask: When you say Size of shot pattern for birdshot to buck shot no more than a quater under 15 , have you actually patterned your gun? At home I chose another 500 that is a little more maneuverable but still has six rounds available with backup ammo attached to the stock. Coach guns are fine IF all you expect to do is fire two rounds. Carbine is overall in great condition. Barrel length, regardless . This is from my personal collection, and I often referred to this gun as my "Hammer head shark" gun! The load may be changed quickly if the problem is a dangerous animal such as a rattlesnake just outside the door or a predator such as a coyote farther away. Beautiful hardwood stock was a bonus. For longer-range use, the Hornady 20-gauge Lite Slug is a great choice. Double-Barrel for Defense For personal defense, the double-barrel handles quickly and points well. All Types (3)
$10 "Sawed-off" Coach Gun: A "sawed-off" version of the Coach Shotgun above. As you can see they knew how to build a fine gun. Stock Dimensions: 14 x 1, The frame and buttplate have scroll engraving. Again it is practice/familiarization and what one has in their hands at the time of need. My 500 with 20 bbl patterns the same. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns, Antique (Pre-1899) Shotguns - Misc. MON-FRI 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST SAT 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. CST I do NOT like hammer guns for self defense a hammer-less double will give you the second shot without any practice. Typical of early gu, BRITISH Antique T. KETLAND & COMPANY Percussion Conversion FOWLING Piece
16 Gauge FLINTLOCK to PERCUSSION Shotgun
Here we present an antique English T. Ketland & Company Conv, ENGRAVED Antique NICOLAS BOUTET Percussion Conversion DOUBLE BARREL Shotgun
French GOLD INLAID Side by Side Fowling Piece! The barrel is a dark plum brown patina. William Evans marketed this model as their "Best Quality" boxlock as they feature top notch engraving, wood, fit and finish and our gun is not an exception. Shopping with us is absolutely safe - you never have to worry about credit card safety when shopping here Share your latest AR build or photos from the range with #RangeDayFriday for a chance to win a new firearm! Trapper. If you're looking for something special, these rare guns can be customizable in every way. For a gun with 28" barrels and a decent LOP this gun is light at 6 lbs. You may wish to cock them one at a time, or both at once in anticipation of firing. All comments are held for moderation and will appear after approval. It was easy to handle and there wasnt much that could go wrong as long as the ammo was good. Moller lists them as contract suppliers to the state of New York. If you prefer a hammerless version of this excellent coach gun, CZ makes the Sharp-Tail Coach, which is basically the same shotgun, just without the rabbit ears on the receiver. This gun , built in the early 1900's, is of very high quality and craftsmanship. I strongly suggest shooting at 30 inch square paper to find out just what the spread is. Also a laser and flashlight combo were added for visibility JIC. but carries 29" Krupp barrels. Petrik 16 ga Over&Under~ Only 5lbs. That's the good points! Add to Wish List . This article was originally published in the Tactical Life Aug/Sept 2021 issue.