2020 September Premier, Volume I

LOT 310
Factory Engraved Armas Garbi Model 103A Side Lock Ejector Side
by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun - Serial no. 27-03-088-01, 20 gauge, 28 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin
finish, walnut stock. Blue steel dovetail lump barrels with single nickel bead sight on the matte, concave rib,
barrels marked “ARMAS GARBI SPAIN/WILLIAM LARKIN MOORE SCOTTSDALE, AZ. MOD. 103A”, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic
ejectors, standard proofs on the flats, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. Bright coin finished action and hand detachable lock plates
with bushed firing pins, dual (front is articulated) triggers, and manual sliding tang safety. The action and locks have full coverage fine flowing scroll
engraving with rosette bouquets, and matching engraved trigger guard and tangs. Highly figured checkered splinter forearm and straight grip stock with Anson latch, engraved
fittings, and solid rubber Eliminator recoil pad. Bore and stock measurements are: chambers proofed and measured at 2 3/4 inches (70mm); bores proofed at 15.9 mm (.626) and measured at .623/.623;
chokes .010/.014; drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/8 inches; length of pull 14 1/8 inches; weight 5 lbs. 15 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent with 95% bright original blue finish on the barrels, some mild forearm wear, and some small bright spots. The action and locks have crisp engraving and some light handling marks.
The wood is very good with small scratches and dings scattered throughout, attractive grain, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000
LOT 311
Cased Engraved Poli/Kevin’s
Plantation Collection Side by Side 20 Gauge Shotgun - Serial no. 5210, 20 gauge,
28 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, highly figured checkered walnut stock. Blue steel barrels with single steel
bead sight, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, left barrel marked “Made in Italy for Kevin’s” in fancy script,
standard Italian proofs on the flats, and cylinder/modified chokes. Bright coin finished action and false side plates, single non-selective
trigger, and automatic sliding tang safety. The action and plates have full coverage broad leaf scroll engraving textured fences, matching engraved,
double rolled trigger guard, and matching engraved tangs. Attractively figured checkered walnut forearm and straight grip stock with Anson style latch, engraved fittings, and solid rubber
recoil pad. Includes Kevin’s takedown case and extra checkered walnut buttplate. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 3/8 inches; drop at heel 2 3/8 inches; length of pull 15 inches.
CONDITION: Excellent with 98% bright original blue finish remaining, some light forearm marks, and small scratch on underside of barrel. The action and plates are bright with crisp detailed engraving. The
wood is very good with highly attractive figure, sharp checkering, and visible cracking at the tip of the upper tang. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with some wear on the leather corner and edge protectors.
Estimate: 2500 - 4500
LOT 312
Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 147EL 20 Gauge Side by Side
Shotgun with Case - Serial no. 386069, 20 gauge, 28 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, highly figured checkered
walnut stock. Single brass bead sight on the matte rib, chambers marked and measured at 3 inches with automatic
ejectors, “GSI” importer marking on left barrel, standard German proofs on the flats, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. Bright coin
finished, scalloped box lock action with side clips, rib extension third fastener, cocking indicators, single trigger with selector, and automatic sliding
tang safety. The action is engraved with crisp flowing scroll patterns surrounding game bird scenes of quail on the right and pheasants on the left. Highly figured, checkered
walnut forearm and straight grip stock with Merkel serrated plastic buttplate. Includes cloth and leather takedown case, snap caps, and oiler. Stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 5/8 inches;
drop at heel 2 5/8 inches; length of pull 14 3/8 inches.
CONDITION: Excellent overall with 99% plus original finish, crisp engraving, attractive, dark figure and sharp checkering on the wood, and some scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Case is excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000
LOT 313
Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 8-2 Side by Side 20 Gauge
Shotgun with Box - Serial no. 648252, 20 gauge, 26 3/4 inch solid rib
bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Single brass bead sight
on the matte, lightly concaved rib barrels with 3 inch chambers, single
extractor, standard markings, light engraving around the breech ends,
and cylinder/improved cylinder chokes. Casehardened box lock action with crossbolt third fastener, cocking indicators,
single trigger with selector, and automatic tang safety. Checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with engraved fittings
and serrated Merkel buttplate. With original box. Length of pull is 14 1/4 inches.
CONDITION: Excellent overall with 99% original blue and vibrant casehardened finishes, sharp checkering, scattered light handling marks mostly on the buttstock. Mechanically
excellent. Box is very good with corner and edge wear.
Estimate: 1400 - 2250
LOT 314
Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 47E Side by Side Shotgun with Box - Serial no. 788624,
12 gauge, 26 3/4 inch round bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Blue steel dovetail lump barrels with single
white bead sight on the matte rib, 2 3/4 inch chambers, automatic ejectors, full/full chokes, and standard German
proofs on the flats. Casehardened box lock action with cross bolt third fastener, cocking indicators, dual triggers,
and automatic sliding tang safety. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm with engraved fittings, black grip
cap, raised cheekpiece, and checkered Suhl buttplate. With correct model (serial number illegible) factory box. Stock
measurements are: drop at comb 1 9/16 inches; drop at heel 2 3/4 inches; length of pull 14 1/2 inches.
CONDITION: Excellent with 99% original blue and vibrant casehardened finishes, light scattered handling marks, and some light marks on the underside of the receiver from the forearm shoe and some scratches
on the upper tang from the barrel break lever. The wood is also excellent with rich color, sharp checkering, and just a few small dings. Mechanically excellent. Box is good with corner and edge wear throughout
and some tears.
Estimate: 900 - 1400
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