November 15 & 16, 2022 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
Manufactured between 1894-1898 in Belgium, this shotgun is attributed to legendary actor Clark Gable, as it is tied several other of his firearms which also resided at the Weasku Inn. The dainty firearm was possibly used one of Gable’s many female hunting companions, as the King of Hollywood enjoyed hunting with others. Gable was an avid hunter and particularly liked to pursue birds while taking vacations in Oregon. Given that this is a field grade shotgun, it would be a favored weapon for the actor or one of his assembly to include with their kit. The shotgun features a 26" Damascus Laminated Steel barrels chambered in .410 bore with 2 - 1/4" chambers and brass bead front sight. Neither barrel is choked. 2 piece checkered walnut forearm and stock with blued steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good with bountiful amounts of Damascus pattern visible on barrels with wear related finish loss and freckling in handled areas, especially near frame. Frame retains bright case colors, beginning to gray near bottom from carry wear. Stock and forearm are very good with well-defined checkering and live crack through wrist. Mechanically fine. Barrels are off face. Bores are frosted and were opened up at one point.
Manufacturer
Richmond Arms Co.