*LOVELY AND RARE R. G. OWEN 20 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL FULL COVERAGE ENGRAVING, MOST LIKELY BY RUDOLF KORNBRATH.

SN NSN. Cal. 20 ga. 27-3/8″ Shoe lump bbls, are gold inlaid “R. G. OWEN, SAUQUOIT. N.Y.” on unmatted portion of slightly raised, matted, concave rib, fitted with two “certifiable pre-ban ivory” beads. Krupp steel information and three ring logos are on tops of bbls. Breech ends are engraved with 1-1/2″ triangles of exceptionally well cut varying sized scroll. There are also bands of scroll at muzzles. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial nitro proofs for 20 ga and 2-3/4″ chambers, and with a proof date of 6/26. Case hardened, scallop-backed, small sized boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and single selective trigger with selector on right side in manner of Laird trigger, as used on L. C. Smith’s. Action is engraved with full coverage of exceptionally well cut and detailed varying sized scroll, most likely the work of Rudolf Kornbrath, who engraved most of Owen’s guns and rifles. Blued top lever and trigger guard are also scroll engraved. Very fine, well marbled, and lightly fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over skip line checkered butt with steel heel and toe plates engraved matching action. Stock features double diamond shaped inlaid horn drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip with panel at rear separated by broad ribbons, and a silver oval on toe line engraved “D.M.” Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.629, right -.628. Bore restrictions: left -.015 (mod), right -.007 flare (cyl). Wall thickness: left -.024, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs 13 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: Excellent. Bbls retain over 90% orig blue, slightly thinned from normal wear. Action retains approx 50% orig case hardening color, vivid where protected by fences, thinning overall. All engraving remains sharp and clear. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish which is quite dry, and has a number of light marks. Checkering is slightly worn and dirty. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. 49450-26 MGM399 IVORY (25,000-40,000) – Lot 2429

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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	2429	$0.00	LOVELY AND RARE R. G. OWEN 20 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL FULL COVERAGE ENGRAVING, MOST LIKELY BY RUDOLF KORNBRATH. SN NSN. Cal. 20 ga. 27-3/8″ Shoe lump bbls, are gold inlaid “R. G. OWEN, SAUQUOIT. N.Y.” on unmatted portion of slightly raised, matted, concave rib, fitted with two “certifiable pre-ban ivory” beads. Krupp steel information and three ring logos are on tops of bbls. Breech ends are engraved with 1-1/2″ triangles of exceptionally well cut varying sized scroll. There are also bands of scroll at muzzles. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial nitro proofs for 20 ga and 2-3/4″ chambers, and with a proof date of 6/26. Case hardened, scallop-backed, small sized boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and single selective trigger with selector on right side in manner of Laird trigger, as used on L. C. Smith’s. Action is engraved with full coverage of exceptionally well cut and detailed varying sized scroll, most likely the work of Rudolf Kornbrath, who engraved most of Owen’s guns and rifles. Blued top lever and trigger guard are also scroll engraved. Very fine, well marbled, and lightly fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over skip line checkered butt with steel heel and toe plates engraved matching action. Stock features double diamond shaped inlaid horn drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip with panel at rear separated by broad ribbons, and a silver oval on toe line engraved “D.M.” Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.629, right -.628. Bore restrictions: left -.015 (mod), right -.007 flare (cyl). Wall thickness: left -.024, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs 13 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: Excellent. Bbls retain over 90% orig blue, slightly thinned from normal wear. Action retains approx 50% orig case hardening color, vivid where protected by fences, thinning overall. All engraving remains sharp and clear. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish which is quite dry, and has a number of light marks. Checkering is slightly worn and dirty. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. 49450-26 MGM399 IVORY (25,000-40,000) – Lot 2429 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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*LOVELY AND RARE R. G. OWEN 20 GAUGE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL FULL COVERAGE ENGRAVING, MOST LIKELY BY RUDOLF KORNBRATH.