Length of pull is 14 1/2 inches. The wood is good with some minor dings and gouges and worn checkering with a large chip repaired at the toe. W. Richards Double Barrel Shotgun - Help! Sorry but there is nothing Damascus about this shotgun. Thanks guys, to be clear by "refurbishing" I meant taking it to one of the few gunsmiths that specialize in vintage double guns, certainly not me doing it. William's guns will be found with Preston or Liverpool addresses. The barrels are stamped on the solid rib "W. RICHARDS LONDON LAMINATED STEEL". 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. Richards, Westley Richards 12-bore black powder proof, *SCARCE CASED PURDEY DBL BBL SHOTGUN 2-BBL, IMPORTED REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION, *SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE, Army & Navy 12-bore SxS sidelock non-ejector, *H&R Topper Jr. Classic 410 Single Shot Shotgun Note: The posting of Copyrighted material on this forum is prohibited without
There are currently no customer product questions on this lot. 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. Any help would be appreciated. As I recall there were two terms similar terms: Klunker was reserved for any beat up gun not worth repairing versus Clunker which was purpose built hardly worth buying in the first place. 12 gauge, 32-inch damascus barrels with textured rib. Thanks, The LT stands for Leslie Taylor who was responsible for many developments in the ammunition world including this round. (displays a limited sampling of the millions of priced results in our database), many more examples with full details are available to our members - Learn more.
Antique W Richards 12ga SxS Shotgun PENNY AUCTION Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Add to Cart Percussion Double 10 Gauge by Mortimer (AL7165) $895.00 GREAT grain on stock. 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. Barrel length: 30 inches.
W. H. Richards double barrel 12 guage muzzleloader If you require a personal response, please use ourContact page. As I tend to buy fit and quality, and not necessarily the "name", I'm not the guy to ask. Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. 28x2 5/8" NP s, Westley Richards Droplock Live Pigeon 12ga.
English Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Marked to Platte Co. For specifics on Copyright Law and
Overall length is 43". W. Richards suggest a knock off of the Westley Richards name.back in the early part of the 20th century.this was common and to some degree.it is still done today..The biggest such act is the use of the . values4antiques price guide. Gun appears to be well made but far from any high end piece. If you have a question relating to the museum's collections, please first check our Collections FAQ. Includes original leather motor case. "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22. Good.
Vintage Belgium double barrel identification | The Firearms Forum Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. But it's easily the most petite Webly I've ever held. The British Shooting Show 2023 - Calling for Apprentices!
W. Richards "Cast Steel" 12 ga. SxS Shotgun | salmoneaglecorp Click on the results to view more details Percussion fowler from the 1850's and is American in style. Description W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. Side by Side Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Unserialized. by MERRINGTON in 1993- VERY SOLID GUN- ORIG. Constitution Avenue, NW 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. I checked on your Gun History page by putting the number only and the rifle was made between 1950 -1954 Westley Richards - Boxlock, SxS, 16ga.
Late 1800's All Original Double Barreled Hammer Breech-Loading W Length of pull: 14 W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun.
W. Richards Double Barrel Break Action Shotgun | National Museum of While there are certainly many decent Belgian guns out there, I'm not aware of how one goes about identifying much about them. WESTLEY RICHARDS GUN & RIFLE SERIAL NUMBERS There are always a lot of requests for dating serial numbers for our guns. The serial number is 35561 Bottom of frame marked: Prop.Platte Co. [no provenance]. A Westley and Richards 12 bore double barrel A Westley and Richards 12 bore double barrel hammer shot gun, side locks engraved, chequered walnut stock, wooden ram rod, serial No GT 5521, 30in barrels, 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. (1) W. Richards, An English hammer shotgun by W. Richards
Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge. & 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. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. SMITH, Belgian Richards Double Barrel Shotgun. This pair of guns are very close in detail and will be described as one. prior written consent of the Copyright holder. Make the days count. Use it and enjoy it, as I do. Leather-cased, LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. Description Cal/GA: 12 gauge. Refer to my post in this section from Oct. 2017. Respected Sir. W. Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun: W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . )but I couldn't help but comment on your mention of owning and shooting a W. Richard's 16-bore. The proof marks you describe would seem to be Belgian marks so it could be difficult to trace the true manufacturer. Description Serial # 01610.
W. Richards DOUBLE BARREL Shotgun 12 | Rock Island Auction 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
W. Richards Double Barrel 10 ga Shotgun pre 189 for sale - GunsAmerica You can get a market value on your W. Richards shotgun from www.bluebookinc.comHave the gun handy as they have a form to fill out with some very specific questions. Br, SN# 95XX
28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (.006 AND .015 CONSTRICTIONS) 2 3/4" CHAMBERS
BNP 2 3/4 3 1/4 TONS
BORES: .736 LT; .735 RT
WALLS: .023 LT; .024 RT
SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER
AUTOM, Westley Richards best boxlock 16ga antique
28 1/4" ejector barrels with matted rib (rebarreled in Belgium)
Lockup is tight( no movement with forend off)
2 3/4", This 16 Ga. shotgun is a Weatley Richards Pre War Hammerless Ejector model with 28" Full & Mod. 12 gauge, walnut stock with a checkered wrist and forestock, butt plate marked "PARKER/BROTHERS,. Extractors. 2023 Rock Island Auction Company. Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge, *WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DROP ACTION DOUBLE, RAVENSCROFT RICHARDS & CO. SIDELOCK DOUBLE, FRAMED SCARCE 1919 WINCHESTER CALENDAR. Most double shotguns represented here. Was hoping for some Blues as well but we're in a serious drought here. Model: Double Barrel Muzzle Loading Shotgun Serial Number: 6432 Year of Manufacture: 1850's Gauge: 16 Action Type: Muzzle Loading Percussion Double Barrel Shotgun Markings: The barrel rib is marked "Westley Richards 170 New Bond STLondon". Condition is good.
Receive our latest blog posts, complimentary delivery* on all future retail orders and 10% off your next purchase. (Zambia), my friend has a Westley Richards in 425 magnum. 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! Length of pull: 14 inches. These levers close to form the forearm, instead of traditional wood. Simon, I would like to ask about the letters LT preceding the serial number on my 425 indicate. If you try putting in just the number it may work, if not send me the full number at the contact email and I will let you know when it was made, the office is closed now and I am afraid I will forget! W. Richards Shotgun. Please . It may be possible to date the gun if any year code letters are present. Choked modified/cylinder, 2 3/4 inch chambers with extractor. W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN GI#: 102229402 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 .Click for more info Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $1,750.00 GIhfguSXXQ http://sites.google.com/a/damascusknowl . The wood is very pretty and sound and the stock. Thanking you in advance for your assistance, Simon Clode on December 1, 2016 at 6:05 am. Restored in England w beautiful fresh finish on barrels, toplever and trigger bow. Westley Richards we found in the back of our vault ~ Jim said did the cat drag it in from the sewer? Now, his several removed cousin (as I recall), William Richards, did, indeed, mark his guns "W. 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. JavaScript is disabled. Cood case colors on engraved receiver. In order for us to provide you with the very best experience while visiting our websites, you must use an up-to-date browser. 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. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel, Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun. $1,500.00 Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London.
Price guide for W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . Belgium, 1039, 12 gauge, 30 1/4-inch barrels with smooth rib marked: Fine Steel. I am not sure what the other marks reflect. Three Westley Richards Shotguns Currently for Sale at the U.S. Agency. Simon, Andre Tait on December 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, Good day Westley Richards 20 gauge deluxe grade boxlock ejector, drop-lock side by side shotgun
Action
Calibre: 20 Gauge
Action: Boxlock ejector with drop locks & dolls head extention
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. The action is good with some of the casehardening bright in the protected areas. Metal mechanically cleaned and showing grey patina with scattered light pitting. Barrels are slightly loose, otherwise action is fine. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use.
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. I haven't seen any responses on the age, and a gun dealer I had look at it told me the proof marks were 1850's. barrels. That saidThe picture doesn't show muchList all the markings on the gun..especially the proofmarks(if any) and what chamber length is indicated A UK gun would have short 2.5" chambers. The lock plates are marked "Westley Richards" and the bottom tang is marked "6432". Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. Their shotguns were made in 12, 16, and 20 gauge.
Our collection database is a work in progress. Many Thanks for visiting. 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. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. Very heavy breech and heavy half stock butt with checkered wrist. It does however also pre-date the chamber mark, so hard to say for sure what it was originally. That is sweet. Buffalo Arms is closed on the Following Holidays so that our employees can spend time with their families: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and The Day After, Christmas Eve (Open until 12:00 p.m.), Christmas Day, New Years Eve Day (Open until 12:00 p.m.). Chamber length: 2 - 3/4 inches. Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 Features nice shiny bright bores.
W Richards shotgun | Pricing Guides Dictionary & Values Lever to right of center. No collector value but fun to shoot with brass cased black powder loads.
Very nice condition overall with a couple areas on the stock that have minor flaws. Then you had W. Richards of London, that would be a distant cousin of Westley named William Richards.
Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus Double Barrel Shotgun Pre 1899 Unusual, *FANTASTIC WESTLEY RICHARDS BOX LOCK DOUBLE. Thanks for the help everybody, knew it wasn't a Westley but hoped it might have been a lower grade William. Steve Helsley. Description, W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. This is an example from our. Shotgun is a side by side with side hammers, right barrel marked 17.2 with very small np. Chamber length: 2 - inches. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! Melting lead and casting lead objects will expose you and others in the area to lead, which has been found in the state of California to cause birth defects, other reproductive harm, and cancer. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: W. Richards Side x Side 16 GA Hammered Shotgun: Westley Richards Single Trigger Dbl Barrel, Westley Richards & Co. 14 7/8"pull from front trigger to solid black Kick-Eez recoil pad. The highest quality, and the one the other two used that name for marketing was , Westley Richards. If I type in the letters + number in it comes up with no results. We specialize in Retrofitting antique American Rope beds to fit modern sizing as well as heirloom quality reproductions. "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. The third was the Belgian hardware store guns. The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Very nice condition overall with a couple areas on the stock that have minor flaws. W. Richards Shotgun. Double barrel shotgun "W. Richards, London", *HARRINGTON & RICHARDS SINGLE-SHOT SHOTGUN, A 12 gauge gold-inlaid Belgian Browning American, Two Double-Barrel Shotguns W. Richards 12, DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN. Sidelock. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Serial no. Site powered by. 26" Barrels Choked M/F. Between 12th and 14th Streets There is a crack in the butt plate and it is missing the hammer on the left side. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Barrel length: 32 inches. I'll not use 2 3/4 unless I have no other options. All serial numbers match. The stock dimensions are great for many. The lock plates are marked "W. RICHARDS" and feature floral scroll engraving and an engraved game bird on each lock plate. Engraving on lock and hamer are faint. 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. 1880. came across this W Richards Double Barrel Shotgun Naturally the search for history starts I have learned a lot but still have problem with those darn proof marks Antique Pistols April 15th, 2019 - A Pair of 19th Century Percussion Cap Pocket Pistols Double Barrel Belt Pistol by G amp J Deane A 19th Century Over and Under Double Barrel Belt . Buy Antique W Richards 12ga SxS Shotgun PENNY AUCTION : GunBroker is the largest seller of Antique Guns Collectible Firearms All: 974152135 . Belgian proofs. Steve Helsley. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. Note that Westley Richards never (I know, never say never) marked his guns other than "Westley Richards." I have a Westley Richards .303 Falling Block action which I desperately want to obtain a date of manufacture on - looking at both your list of serial numbers above, as well as having visited the Westley Richards website itself, I have been unable to determine what the date of manufacture is on my rifle. Great conversation piece above your fireplace! https://www.westleyrichards.com/services/gun-histories is very tight on face and has very bright bores. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns.