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2403
$3,737.50

*A. H. FOX CE GRADE.

SN 29982. Cal. 12 GA 28” Chromox bbls with slightly raised, matted, concave rib with twin “certifiable pre-ban ivory” beads, are engraved with steel info and Fox Philadelphia address on tops. Breech ends have 1-1/2” triangles of simple scroll engraving. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Fox proof. Typical Fox case hardened action features automatic safety and dbl triggers. Action is engraved in standard “C” pattern with 50 – 60% coverage scroll, surrounding game scenes on sides; a pair of quail on left, and snipe on right. “ANSLEY H. FOX” is above each scene. Bottom of action portrays a setter within a circle. Blued trigger guard has vacant scrolled riband on bow, and SN at grip. Well marbled, and lightly figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8” over ribbed composition buttplate. Grip cap is embossed “A. H. FOX GUN CO PHILADELPHIA PA”. Side panels and grip are checkered, and have sgl line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend has small inlet ebony tip, and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.017 (Mod), right -.021 (Mod). Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.026. Drop at heel: 3-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of their orig blue with a considerable number of light marks and some cleaned rust, thinning overall. Action has been cleaned to a mottled silver gray with some light pitting and staining. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish, with some light marks. Checkering is lightly worn and does not appear to have been re-cut. Bores are excellent with some light striations, and a couple of minor pings. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. A decent old Fox. 49417-1 MGM216 IVORY (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2403


Auction: Firearms - October 2015
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