Manufactured in 1897, this grade 2 16ga with matching serials appears to have been re-chambered / opened up to accept a 12ga shell. 28″ Damascus concave rib barrels with a brass front sight and white mid sight. Bore readings are at .680 with .655 / .668 choke. Grade 2 engraving and significant case color left. Double trigger. Extractors. Non auto safety. Splinter forend and pistol grip stock. Antique, Ships direct to buyers home.
Condition: Antique good as modified. Bores are shiny and barrels lack significant wear/dents/bulges. Action is good. Frame retains some case color. Wood looks lightly sanded and thinly clear coated.
Measurements:
Bore Diameter @ 9″ from muzzle L= .680 R= .679
Wall Thickness @ 9″ from muzzle L= .050 R= .040
LOP @ Heel= 14″
LOP @ Toe= 14 5/8″
Choke: L=.655 R=.668
Drop @ Comb = 1 1/2″
Drop @ Heel = 2 7/8″
