November 15 & 16, 2022 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/15/2022
Extremely rare hammerless side by side double rifle made by Charles W. Sneider, Baltimore, Maryland, circa 1880. 24" Twist steel sleeved shotgun barrels fitted with rifled .45-70 caliber liners, globe ramped front sight and rear 4 blade express type sight, extractor, and engraved rib extension marked "SNEIDER"S PATENT". Floral engraved case hardened sidelock action with unique sliding barrel lock, double triggers, and offset tang safety. Figured walnut checkered capped round knob pistol grip stock with beavertail carving behind locks and hard rubber buttplate. Matching full coverage checkered walnut splinter forearm with push button release and carved forend tip. Unusual gun, ahead of its time. CONDITION: Traces of Damascus finish, 2 minor dents in right barrel, with finish fading to a plum patina. Traces of case coloring in protected areas with balance turning a silvery patina. Wood retains 90% original varnish, checkering worn flat with usage marks and dings, with missing vanity plate. Good bores and mechanics. A super rare gun with this being the only known double rifle by this maker. DLM