Lot 1748 Detail
Lightweight 12 Gauge George Gibbs Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case (for 1932)
Serial no. 6700. 12 gauge. 26 1/2 inch barrels. Game rib marked: George Gibbs Ltd., 37
Baldwin Street, Bristol. Casehardened boxlock action with border engraving. Extractor,
Automatic safety. Checkered straight-grip stock of straight-grain walnut. Scored butt.
Vacant silver oval.
Checkered pull-off splinter fore-end with horn tip. Leather trunk case with red baize
interior. Reproduction makers label. Brass corners and hardware.
Condition: Fine. Barrels show 98% reblued finish with areas of light
spotting. Bright bores. Sight nick at muzzle. Action shows 80-85% case colors mostly vivd.
Blued floorplate shows 98% bluing with some spotting. Triggerguard shows 30% bluing. Wood
shows nick, scratches and impressions. Case in Very Good condition exterior shows a dark
patina with nicks, scratches and impressions. Interior shows some losses.
Note: Data: Barrel dimensions: Bores: 0.727/0.727 inches. Chokes: 0.00/0.023 inches
(Improved Modified). Chambers: 2 1/2 inches. Proof: Birmingham, Nitro, 12, 12, 2 1/2, 1
1/8. Minimum Wall Thickness: 0.030 inches. Stock Dimensions: Pull: 14 inches
Drop at comb: 1 1/2 inches. Drop at heel: 2 inches. Cast-off: 3/8 inches. Weight: 6
pounds, 3 ounces.
Estimate: $1200 - $1800
