*DESIRABLE 20 GAUGE A. H. FOX CE GRADE.

SN 203546. Cal. 20 GA 2-3/4” Chambers. 26” Chromox bbls with slightly raised, matted, concave rib are engraved with steel info and A. H. Fox Philadelphia address on tops. Breech ends have 1-1/2” triangles of simple scroll engraving. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Savage proof. Small frame 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 snipe on left, and quail 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. Dense, finely stump figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8” over open sided Jostam pad. Side panels and grip are checkered, and have sgl line borders. Matching slim splinter ejector forend has small inlet ebony tip, and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.616, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.016 (mod), right -.006 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.027. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. 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: Excellent, as completely refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a glossy re-black, lettering picked up, engraving slightly softened. Action retains nearly all of a well colored re-hardening, again engraving slightly soft. Stocks have a few light marks in their hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges a bit rounded. Checkering on forend cleaned up. Checkering on butt somewhat worn. Bores are excellent, with just a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A fine usable 20 bore. Michael McIntosh estimates a total 413 were made in this grade. “Certifiable pre-ban ivory” bead sight. 49417-3 MGM218 IVORY (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2402

Auction: Firearms - October 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2402	$9,200.00	DESIRABLE 20 GAUGE A. H. FOX CE GRADE. SN 203546. Cal. 20 GA 2-3/4” Chambers. 26” Chromox bbls with slightly raised, matted, concave rib are engraved with steel info and A. H. Fox Philadelphia address on tops. Breech ends have 1-1/2” triangles of simple scroll engraving. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Savage proof. Small frame 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 snipe on left, and quail 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. Dense, finely stump figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8” over open sided Jostam pad. Side panels and grip are checkered, and have sgl line borders. Matching slim splinter ejector forend has small inlet ebony tip, and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.616, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.016 (mod), right -.006 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.027. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. 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: Excellent, as completely refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a glossy re-black, lettering picked up, engraving slightly softened. Action retains nearly all of a well colored re-hardening, again engraving slightly soft. Stocks have a few light marks in their hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges a bit rounded. Checkering on forend cleaned up. Checkering on butt somewhat worn. Bores are excellent, with just a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A fine usable 20 bore. Michael McIntosh estimates a total 413 were made in this grade. “Certifiable pre-ban ivory” bead sight. 49417-3 MGM218 IVORY (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2402 Auction: Firearms - October 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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*DESIRABLE 20 GAUGE A. H. FOX CE GRADE.