May 28th 2011 Firearms (07)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/27/2011
Overall length: 48”. Barrel length: 32”. W.W. Kaye double barrel percussion shotgun signed on barrel “W.W. Kaye maker, Philadelphia”. Also signed on both locks “W.W. Kaye Philada.”. Old paper label #59 on stock. Kaye is listed as a gun maker on 3rd Street in 1859. Finely engraved locks and also on top of barrel. One gold inlay on thumbpiece and four gold inlays at breech. Wrist checkering is well-worn. Original finish on wood and barrel. Good condition.