Revised: 3/9/2018

Please Note: This lot is accompanied by a 1993 dated A.H. Fox Factory Letter confirming the gun’s grade and configuration with ship date Oct. 23, 1923 to Von Lengerke and Antoine, Chicago, IL.

*PHILADELPHIA A. H. FOX XE SHOTGUN.

SN 25832. (1923) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls with narrow, matted rib, are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN Co. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.” on tops, twin ivory beads. Breech ends are engraved with 2″ flourishes of large open shaded scrolled acanthus. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Fox proof. Outer edges of flats and cocking slide, are damascened. Case hardened action with rebated back features automatic safety and Kautzky single selective trigger in rear position. Action is engraved in typical second generation “X” style with large shaded stylized oak leaves and acorns surrounding oval vignettes of flying quail on each side under “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of action depicts a fox in mountainous background. Well marbled and nicely figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over leather faced Silver type pad. Side panels are checkered and checkering at grip is in semi-fancy backed modified point pattern. Attenuated splinter ejector forend has inset ebony tip and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left-.728, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.039 (full), right -.042 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left -.035, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a high percentage of orig finish on wood and metal, bbls over 85% blue, with a few minor marks and scratches, action over 90% vivid color, thinning and silvering on bottom and sharp edges, stocks most of their orig finish, grain somewhat raised. Checkering is slightly worn. Both stocks have a number of marks and scratches. Forend has considerable denting toward tip. There are some light chips behind action tang on buttstock. Bores are very fine, with some light frosting, and a couple of inconsequential raised dents on bottom of left bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works well. This is a fine old high grade Fox. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 53131-1 MGM (4,500-7,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 3199

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018

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
	3199	$9,200.00	Revised: 3/9/2018 Please Note: This lot is accompanied by a 1993 dated A.H. Fox Factory Letter confirming the gun’s grade and configuration with ship date Oct. 23, 1923 to Von Lengerke and Antoine, Chicago, IL. PHILADELPHIA A. H. FOX XE SHOTGUN. SN 25832. (1923) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls with narrow, matted rib, are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN Co. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.” on tops, twin ivory beads. Breech ends are engraved with 2″ flourishes of large open shaded scrolled acanthus. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Fox proof. Outer edges of flats and cocking slide, are damascened. Case hardened action with rebated back features automatic safety and Kautzky single selective trigger in rear position. Action is engraved in typical second generation “X” style with large shaded stylized oak leaves and acorns surrounding oval vignettes of flying quail on each side under “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of action depicts a fox in mountainous background. Well marbled and nicely figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over leather faced Silver type pad. Side panels are checkered and checkering at grip is in semi-fancy backed modified point pattern. Attenuated splinter ejector forend has inset ebony tip and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left-.728, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.039 (full), right -.042 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left -.035, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a high percentage of orig finish on wood and metal, bbls over 85% blue, with a few minor marks and scratches, action over 90% vivid color, thinning and silvering on bottom and sharp edges, stocks most of their orig finish, grain somewhat raised. Checkering is slightly worn. Both stocks have a number of marks and scratches. Forend has considerable denting toward tip. There are some light chips behind action tang on buttstock. Bores are very fine, with some light frosting, and a couple of inconsequential raised dents on bottom of left bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works well. This is a fine old high grade Fox. Special Note:* This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 53131-1 MGM (4,500-7,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 3199 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018 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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*PHILADELPHIA A. H. FOX XE SHOTGUN.