Thomas Stensby & Co of Manchester ~ Nice features on this English double ~ 2 3/4" proofs! This gun is from the 1810's-1820's. Metal has been cleaned and is nice and sharp. With a selection including Brownings, Over/Unders, Semi-automatic, Pump, Single Shots and much more, we have something for everyone from the serious collector to the occasional shooter. Sell your coach gun for FREE today on GunsAmerica! Blued steel and a black synthetic stock add to the overall modern and tactical feel. Side-by-sides are among the most elegant and classic of all shotguns. Our ever-growing inventory includes new and used models in just about every price range. Wells Fargo Belgium Double Barrel 12 GA. And with self/house defense laws as they have become in recent years in many states, there is absolutely no need to warn the intruder. A 20 gauge, or even a .410, will work IF you can hit a 6 paper plate at 10 yards, and keep almost every pellet on the plate. These chores include serving as a go-anywhere, do-anything, all-around tool for hunting, pest control and personal defense. All Rights Reserved. Antique Percussion Cape Gun Pontiac Mich. G.W. But if you want one all around gun for home defense a shotgun is my choice. My gunsmith, Buck Hamlin, over thirty years ago encouraged me to put these chokes in my game gun and assured me there would be more birds in my bag and he was totally right. Built on a unique but 100% trigger plate action this is a gun that I have always been intrigued with. Yeah, but 20 inches is a great length, giving the gun excellent balance and a smooth swing. on the other hand, i loved my dads MOSSBERG 12 gauge pump, with a POLLY choke, for everything else. The 32 1/2" round barrels are 41 caliber rifled and 40 caliber smooth bore with a r, From a mid-west sale, a very nice antique Mule Ear or Side bar percussion Rifle/Shotgun over under combination gun with patch box. Obviously well made with exceptional engraving and wood. The bore is smooth and the lock tight and fir, 141. I also wished Id thought to scrounge up some paper-hulled shells to go with it. Thanks! A lighter load first and then buckshot for problems inside the home. Fine condition with checkering having been freshened. In the Old West. side by side that weighs under 6 lbs. Like a Purdey, these guns are known to be hard to close as you compress the springs as you close the gun. They accompany me where I go. I found one must hold the barrels farther out than with a regular double to give one more leverage and give the gun a "snap' to close it. 1. This little Hellis is a perfect example. The cost was very reasonable so the side by side was purchased and came home with me. Hunting shotguns. Good two-stage, ribless, 40 barrels with thick walls and no dents. Antique 10 Gauge Parker Hammer Shotgun with Damascus Barrels VERY NICE! Learned to fire it with some degree of accuracy by the time I was tall enough to reach the triggers. Those little shells in 8 shot make for a fun range pairing with the Hammer Coach. GI#: 102201293 H. Nock, London. The Americ, Fine Italian made flintlock with gold inlays and silver mountings. was built between the wars 1925-1930. And not as expensive as some of the other big brand name ammo. 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. Yeah, its a Chinese POS. He argued that he wasnt doing nothing !! Many years ago (late 1960s) a family friend was hunting rabbits in South Maine one sunny February day. It is a Russian made 16 gauge. Yes! I also have a Stoger IGA Coachgun in 12ga for home defense. Wonder how that street got its name. What a great little double gun. Features nice shiny bright bores. I estimate this gun was built shortly after 1909. This gun is field ready. Not lockplates in it however. Those case colors are original indicating this gun has seen very little use. I like this safety for use once the hammers are cocked, it is a good feature when moving in the home. With much less Flinching. We have had a number of Braddell guns over the years and they have always been very well made. The double barrel allows for a simpler (and faster weapon back to target with PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE, AND MORE PRACTICE) reload than most any handgun with less practice and will allow with quick follow up shotsshooting from the hip can and should be learned. It would be gone if properly oil finished. Copyright 2011 Vintage Doubles. Not to mention the joy of shooting one of the above beautiful examples. What is not to like? The Triple Threat is the abbreviated version of the Triple Crown shotgun with 18.5-inch barrels. 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. 65 overall with 60 smoothbore round .80 caliber barrel with British proofs at the left breech. Following the success of its initial collaboration with Vertx, Premier Body Armor announces its continued partnership. But this is just my opinion. !. STOEGER 12-Gauge Coach Gun. If I did my part they dropped dead. At near contact range, he fired one round of 12 gauge (paper) 2 1/2 #7 1/2 shot. I would think 18 or 20 pellets (27 in 12 ga 2.75). In super condition this little Churchill only weighs what many 16g and 20-gauge guns weigh but still manages to balance beautifully. After all, if you havent cocked themtheyre right in your facebut it could happen. CZ-USA Hammer Coach 12ga 20" Black Chrome Barrel, 3" Chamber, Color Case Hardened . The company saw fit to arm its messengers with what would become known as messenger guns and coach guns. Which is good if your worried about penetrating through a wall and reduced recoil on user. To fire, cock the hammers and pull the trigger. In came the need for coach guns. Shotgun was cut down to "coach gun" configuration with 20" barrels . Tight with beautiful barrels inside and out this is a nice example. This great English boxlock has been given a new life with newer barrels by esteemed Scottish gunmaker John Dickson and Son. Bores are great, excellent rifling in the rifle barrel. with classic Prince of Wales grip and 2 3/4" proofs so can shoot many of the American shells! They typically have two triggers one for each barrel and offer safety and speed in a simplistic, reliable design. The bores are bright and shiny and show no dents or dings. Manufactured at Springfield, Massachusetts. Grew up with 12 gauge, double barrel next to the front door. W. W. Greener boxlock ejector with 2 3/4" original Nitro proofs. Major and minor roadways have always been prime places for folks to get robbed by various forms of bandits. A lovely, pre WWII quality, double from Belgium in very nice condition. Carbine is overall in great condition. 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. Though many in general will not admit it. A very solid 2 3/4" gun with great barrels and bores. Or call 1-800-284-5668, or emailsubscriptions@athlonmediagroup.com. A word of warning, however: The Hammer Coach has tight tolerances, which is a good thing. I keep a Stoeger Coach gun loaded with 3 000 buck by my bedside for things that go bump in the night. Type is external hammer Coach style Double Barrel, with bright blue steel barrels, reciever, and trigger guard; and with Color Casehardened Rabbit Ear hammers. When all is said and done, the double-barrel shotgun remains a formidable weapon for personal defense and outdoors use. I prefer the #4 buck to 00. For those who wonder if the shot will leave the cup at short ranges, a tip: Use Rio Royal Buck no cup (I dont think other brands of buckshot do either I would never trust birdshot), extremely reliable, and certainly does the job. Slide rack intimidation is now a thing of the past but a strobe light, green laser, and 14 quick rounds of buckshot is pretty damn intimidating!! William Evans 12g Boxlock Ejector ~ This is their "Best Quality" model ~ Check out the features and the beautiful wood and fences! 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. :). See each listing for international shipping options and costs. The Golden age of American shotguns lasted only about 40 years, from about 1890 until the Great Depression. If ya want a single shot sad to say it but the Stevens 301 is the closest thing to the old NEF. I will say, the exposed hammers take a tiny bit of getting used to. Show Only Guns Sale! Rococo style carving on the stock. Another advantage is that with two loads, you can stage the load. Rifles. English Engraved ROBINSON & SON Antique ~7 Gauge Shotgun Fowler PERCUSSION Large Bore FOWLING Piece .90 Caliber, BRITISH Antique T. KETLAND & COMPANY Percussion Conversion FOWLING Piece 16 Gauge FLINTLOCK to PERCUSSION Shotgun. W.H. Great article. In hindsight I prefer the physical indications that a hammer fired weapon provides. Note that the retractable sling is missing from the stock. W. Palmer Jones. The single best, and most economical arm for hunting and defense in the Old West was the side by side, double-barreled shotgun. One of my many shotguns is a Taurus Circuit Judge .410. The Howdah 20-Gauge Double-Barrel Flintlock Pistol Has a Deep History. Original sling swivels. But although the action is simplistic in nature, some of these double-barreled beauties are undoubtedly of heirloom quality, boasting attractive wood furniture, alluring finishes, and intricately engraved details. This has modern dimensions, is well balanced, and is a super value. Note the modern dimensions for rising birds. Around the top tang is nicely done silver wire inlay. The pump shotgun and the self-loader are more complex, more expensive and more difficult to train with. They are my edc because I chose them to be. As you can see in the pictures this gun is in excellent condition for it's age! The other option for a hammerless gun would be an elastic shell holder on the buttstock, chambers empty, and practice quickly loading. & Co. PULL! If you know me at all you know my favorite gauge for the field is 16g. How far before shot cup flies off of shot to allow spread? The case colors are over 50% and the barrel blue in the 90% range. Beautiful hardwood stock was a bonus. IMA USA - Both Vintage & Antique Double Barrel Shotguns Price range: $1995-$3000 IMA USA has a lot of different options for firearms, especially when it comes to vintage and antique finds. The barrels are 20-inches long. boxlock ~ very light with long barrels with modern dimensions. This is a really cool gun! 30 inch barrels are bright on the inside and retain about 70% Damascus twist pattern on the exterior. People with weak wrists should not buy this gun! While probably could use a new black on the barrels soon it was nice to find an English double with original 2 3/4" proofs that was in nice condition and field ready. 12 Gauge Shotgun Barrel Shells Hunter Don Applegate Handmade Steel Belt Buckle, PARKER DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN..TAKEDOWN/EXPLODED VIEW..(971BB), Finned Shotgun Intake Air Hood Scoop For Dual 4 Barrel Carbs with 5 1/8" neck, George III Cup Antique Georgian Double Barrel English Sterling Silver 1770, Sculpture Table Lamp MOUNTAIN Lodge Pheasant Feather Double Barrel Shotgun Bird. Great barrels and wall thickness on this James Lang. It comes with 20-inch blued barrels (full 26-inch barrels are available) and exposed hammers with a color case hardened receiver. They compliment my edc Cimarron bad boy .44 revolver. Add to Wish List . Featuring chokes that will bring success in the uplands as well as the modern stock dimensions. The fact that you still see 870s and mossberg 500s in police cruisers would steer me in that direction. Thanks Kaz, yes Marine if you read carefully I said if the perp isnt fleeing after the first shot, then barrel 2. This load consistently offers a minimum of 12 inches of penetration in my testing and should cancel Christmas for the bad guys at typical home-defense engagement. The pull back lever behind the trigger guard opens the gun and is extremely ergonomic. My 500 with 20 bbl patterns the same. "Coach" Shotgun: A welcome passenger on long, lonely stagecoach rides. Rare Find. This article was good food for thought and hopefully will help folks make good decisions. I usually have to poke a cleaning rod down the barrel to get the shells loose, or drop something down the barrel to knock the shells far enough out of the chamber to grab and pull. Among a few high-tech variants in 20-gauge slugs, this loading offers formidable effect at ranges longer than 25 yards. Back in the mid-term elections of 1994, few if any news outlets acknowledged the defeat of the liberal elements in Congress as being the result of the backlash against the so-called Assault Weapons Ban. I just dont see the need in the confines of my bedroom. Action is in fine condition. It allows me to get off two very powerful shots very quickly; much the same way an African double rifle allows professional hunters to dispatch the most dangerous of African game when it gets up close and personal. Before jump in, it's worth noting that we chose production firearms. 's blog. Hamilton Stagecoach Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, made circa 1890, in Liege, Belgium. An extremely strong and unusual prewar 16g. The hinged action was stiff at first, but became easier to use with a couple of trips to the range. By the time messengers for Wells Fargo & Co. were running the route from Tipton, Missouri, to San Francisco in 1858 laden with passengers and gold, that fact hadnt changed much from the Robin Hood days. 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. It is tight on face and field ready just in time for the upland season. Their 1878 Coach Gun got its inspiration by an actual period coach gun in their collection. My favorite SxS shotguns are simple, efficient in design, field useable, and ultimately a working man's shotgun. zooming slider below the image. If you're looking for something special, these rare guns can be customizable in every way. Very devastating and absolutely lethal. And yes my state allows you to chase them down outside and shoot them. Even if he is wearing body armor the sherif has no need to hurry. They also add a couple of steps to the loading and firing process. *For those that will ask: That is a scratch on the surface of the stock on the right side of the butt stock near the butt, not a crack. eventually became my DOVE GUN. As far as cost reasons to buy a coach gun, Cheaperthandirt has many pump actions for less than what the CZ coach gun costs. I worked up a light load with #8 shot for her to train with and its in the right barrel. $670.80. Wood and metal. You can reload without taking the weapon out of the fight. I think you need to read his comment because he doesnt mentioned firing on a fleeing perp. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, top-rated items, promotions and more! I like this shotgun. It has all of the Wells Fargo marking that include markings on the left side of the buttstock. As for me, a Mossberg 500 in .410, with 3 FEDERAL #4 Buck (Handgun) ammo, is my choice, Well. Built in 1938. There are 16 models in their coach gun line in both 12 and 20 gauge with different finish and stock options, all with 20-inch barrels. *Note this grade features a Purdey style hidden third bite. Heck, even my M1 carbine is a better choice for defense than the coach gun. Shooting in off hand/ weak hand, hip, etc. This example includes bushed firing pins often only seen in high grade sidelocks. A bargain for them! It will handle 2 legged pests and varmints quite adequately. Availability: Please Call 1877 SIXGUN1. shotgun/rifle. Westley Richards we found in the back of our vault ~ Jim said did the cat drag it in from the sewer? To each his own. So, you won't see auction guns from the early 1900s with price tags of $10,000+ here. It is practical as well. I like it for edc and carry it in my Jeep Wrangler coach. Thus making their own coach guns. Stock Dimensions: 14 3/8LOP x c, H. Nock, London. Used. Charles Ingram boxlock with very nice wood and engraving ~ Own a very nice Scottish shotgun! He was kicking a blowdown (fallen tree) and instead of a rabbit, up pops a bear. The Mission of Cheaper Than Dirt! There is nothing simpler than the hammer-fired double-barrel shotgun, save a single-shot shotgun. Its simple, with practice you get good at what you use. Second having access to backup rounds was considered, and third the intimidation of a laser sight/flashlight combination was also added with a folding stock. Not my first pick, but it could be a good choice for some. This small maker was in business for a long time in Manchester. This gun was built between the great wars in 1933. This coach gun was at times called the blunderbuss. The long stock we can easily arrange to be made to your personal LOP of course. Overall length of 35". Ingraved A Bit. Gustav Kerstan 16 ga. with unique lock up ~ For the shotgunner that likes to show up with something completely different! I prefer #4 Buck in 12 gauge loads for self defense.#3 Buck in 20 gauge will do the jobCenter Mass hits at 15-20 yards/meters should stop and take the fight out of the Bad Guy. 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. It comes in 12 or 20 gauge, or .410 bore with either blued steel and walnut, or in a tactical model with a black synthetic stock and Picatinny rails. They feel so natural in the hands. My Mossberg 535 with 24 bbl patterns about 2 3/4 with full choke. All of these coach guns are ideal for Cowboy Action shooting and home defense. Coach Gun-- 10 GA. antique Description: A Belgium double barrel water fowl gun that has been modified for guard duty on the American frontier. A great entry level English double that is field ready. Very Rare Granville Henry Single Shot Percussion Shotgun. Hammers have half cock safety feature, but no other manually operated safety. The handsome and affordable single- and double-trigger scatterguns pack a potent punch. Coach guns have extractors, but no ejectors (like a single-shot external hammer gun I have). Was striker fired, not a hammer gun, made, according to the stamp on the breech hinge, when opened, in 1898 for a Smiths Hardware Store, Little Rock, Arkansas. Pheasant? Auction Bright shiny bores. On the outside away from home in todays world you may encounter a situation of great complexity. The bores are bright and shiny. Good for snakes, and at 5 to 10 feet the flash and bang will send 99% of home invaders running and the pellets will not penetrate 1/2 inch drywall so no worries about collateral damage. coach gun for sale and auction. Bowlby 41 cal. Editors note: This post was originally published in December of 2016. The name and address on the rib is very sharp and crystal clear and obviously never seen any sanding or re-blacking since new. Very rare Granville Henry Single Shot Percussion Shotgun. The double-barrel action is compact and allows for longer barrels while retaining a relatively short profile. This is a double barrel break-open shotgun. James Lang boxlock from 1905 ~ A true Edwardian era shotgun, Mortimer and Son ~ George Street, Edinburgh, classic vintage Scottish boxlock from 1895 ~ No FFL needed, can ship direct, Blondel Amiens (Quality Belgian) 12ga side plated Boxlock in high condition, Charles Lancaster boxlock from 1886 and nitro proofed ~ Can ship direct, Charles Smith boxlock ~ I love the Prince of Wales grip on this gun ~ Zero cast so ok for right or left handed shooter ~ Great price, Westley Richards on there early action, one of the first hammerless boxlocks and she still works great! I really appreciate the Prince of Wales semi pistol grip. No flapping, no running. When I did private security work I always carried a 590 for backup before law enforcement could be summoned and arrive. Original Flip Up Site, 16 1/2 Barrel, Original Curly Mapel Stock. This gun is tight and field ready. Im a retired police officer and always wanted a coach gun. I am by no means an expert, but my thinking the coach gun known as a blunderbuss was a mussel loaded black powder gun. What I was not aware of was the unease I would have over the striker design. and by James Woodward to say the least. I prefer a pump action shotgun because just the sound of you racking a round in he chamber is the scariest sound in the world. This Kerstan marked example is a double Kerstan bite on a horizontal profile. Back up is a High Standard.22 Derringer. A short shotgun was a great all around defensive tool at medium range. 3 oz. I have always admired these gold name guns as they display the Westley quality and patent top lever extra bite but also have a beautiful simplicity without any engraving except for the name in gold. Sort By: Obviously ready for the field as is but this would be a fun one to give a new oil finish to the wood and with a light pick up of the checkering. They are both opportunistic scavengers and cowards unless traveling in packs.That said I am looking into getting another double barrel because the varmints arent impressed with the sound of the racking slide.Enjoyed the article, it covered all the pros of the Double and reminded me how much I miss mine. Its the kind of gun that could make someone get into Cowboy Action Shooting, and its the exact kind of gun those shooters seek. As a five shot double action revolving shoulder weapon, one can put a number of bursts on a target at in-house distances that will definitely put the hurt on a bad guy in short order. on the coach dbl option for the HD, i think 2 slugs or 2 DBL 00 loads would be good. All rights reserved. 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. An interesting, spuriously signed, silver mounted, 24-bore double-barreled, flintlock Sporting Gun, ca. I would not say it is really easy but is something that can certainly be learned. Back when the west was wild, coach guns were your best bet against unwanted threats. No, SOLD Another Mid-19th century 12ga. But times are tough, so I ran a wide variety of whatever shells I could find through this double-barrel, including a few targets loads, some 2 3/4-inch 00 Buck, a couple of my very precious 3-inch 5 shot Winchester Longbeard XR turkey rounds, and a few boxes of 1 3/4-inch Federal Shorty rounds. 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. GunID: 4765. Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $1,975.00 EXTREMELY FINE COLT 1878 10 GAUGE DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER SHOTGUN GI#: 102207886 Pistol grip checkered walnut stocks in excellent condition with most all varnish remaining. The lockplates are chisel engraved wi, A superior quality fine grade English London Stub Twist percussion silver mounted hammer double with a 34" barrel and left yube choke is IM and right tube is choke is also IM. Category, Antique LONDON FINE TWIST Side by Side Shotgun ~ 12Ga ~ 36" Barrels, 2 muzzleloader. My DP-12 holds 16 rounds of #3 buckshotquite a bit better than 2 rounds. This is a mix of birdshot and buckshot at 15 yards. Worst case scenario in this you will still get at least one bad guy and a blood trail.. Coach guns are fine IF all you expect to do is fire two rounds. boxlock with modern high dimensions. We could add a pad to get it over 16" if needed! This is a wonderful little 20g. The double-barrel is about as politically correct as a shotgun can be. Smith, and also British and Belgian makers. If roused from my slumber I will pick it up even before going for my handgun.
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