May 28th 2011 Firearms (07)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/27/2011
Overall length: 45”. Barrel length: 28 – ½”. Solomon double barrel percussion shotgun signed “Solomon” on locks and “Solomon Philadelphia” on the 28 – ½” barrel. Engraved buttplate, barrel tang, locks, trigger guard, and rear ferrule. Little is known about Theodore Solomon who is listed as a gunsmith in 1846. Very few of his guns have survived. Highly figured buttstock and finely engraved metal parts. Very good condition.