MARLIN MODEL 43A PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN 2-BARREL SET. SN 6675. Cal. 12 ga. SN 6675. Consignor states that there is only one other known cased Marlin shotgun and it is a Grade 15 with one bbl, making this a one of a kind Marlin shotgun. The Model 43 was produced from 1922-1930 in fairly limited numbers but it is believed there are only two known cased sets for this scarce model. One bbl is 30” choked FULL and the other 28” choked IMP-CYL. Both bbls have matted top with sgl brass bead and a serrated top receiver. Mounted with very nicely figured, straight grain, English walnut with two small rnd, checkered forearms & checkered pistol grip stock with serpentine grip cap, 13-3/4” over a collapsed leather-faced waffle pad. Accompanied by its orig green felt lined, leather trunk case, fitted for the stocked receiver and both sets of bbls and the extremely rare, orig, 4-pc brass cleaning rod by C.M. Powers Gun Cleaner with the built in oiler in the handle. Consignor states that he has been offered a large sum of money for the cleaning rod alone. Also there is a hinged lid box in one end containing cleaning implements. CONDITION: The 30” bbl retains 96-97% strong orig blue with a few spots of flaking on right side over the forearm area. The 28” bbl retains 88-90% strong orig blue with some fine freckles of light rust and thinning over chamber area and on magazine tube. Wood is sound with both forearms & stock having light handling & use marks and retain most of their fine, orig oil finish turned slightly dark. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bores. The case is fine with the exterior scuffed & worn with worn edges & corners, missing a few spots of leather but still completely intact and retaining generous amounts of its orig brown finish. Interior is lightly soiled with some mothing & overall in fine condition. The handle is deteriorated and should be handled carefully. 4-30640 JJ32 (4,500-6,500)
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