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LOT 3493
Desirable Engraved Winchester 28 Gauge DHE Grade Parker Reproduction Double Barrel
Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case - Serial no. 28-03669, 28 gauge, 28 inch solid rib bbl., blue/casehardened
finish, walnut stock. Manufactured between 1983 and 1989 as a faithful reproduction of the beloved Parker shotgun.
Built with a single brass bead sight on the matted solid rib, standard markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers
with ejectors, and chokes marked “MOD”/”FULL”. The barrels are
fitted to a casehardened action which shows the standard DH grade engraving of hunting
dogs on either side and a covey of pheasants on the underside along with “PARKER”. The gun features a single
trigger and an automatic tang mounted safety. The gun is fitted with a beautifully figured and multi-point
checkered beavertail forend with engraved fittings as well as a pistol grip stock with carved flats, blank gold
inscription oval, and engraved skeleton buttplate around checkered butt. Includes a second set of matching serial
numbered 26 inch barrels with 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors and chokes marked “IMP. CYL.”/”MOD.” Also included is a leather
bound takedown case with canvas cover that houses the entire set and two nickel snap caps. Barrel measurements for the extra set
(R/L): bore diameters measured nine inches from the breech .554/.554 inches; choke constriction .009/.018 inches. Barrel and stock
measurements (R/L): bore diameters measured nine inches from the breech .554/.554 inches; choke constriction .017/.038 inches; 1
1/4 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 3/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and casehardened finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp
checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent. The case and extra barrel set are also excellent.
Estimate: 4,500 - 6,500
LOT 3492
Factory Engraved Arrieta 20 Gauge Orvis Custom Sidelock Double Barrel
Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case - Serial no. 35744, 20 gauge, 26 inch solid rib bbl., blue/
casehardened finish, walnut stock. Built with blued steel chopperlump barrels featuring a single brass bead sight
on the matted solid rib which is marked with a gold “1” at the base, standard markings, 1989 dated Spanish proof
marks, and chambers marked 2 3/4 inches with ejectors.
The barrels are fitted to a casehardened sidelock action
which displays extensive scroll engraving surrounding “ORVIS/CUSTOM” on the
underside. The gun features bushed firing pins, double triggers, and a tang mounted automatic
safety. The gun is fitted with an attractively figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved
fittings and a straight grip stock with tear drop carved drop points, “W/N/L” in the silver inscription
oval, and a leather covered recoil pad. Includes a second matching set of 26 inch barrels with a gold
“2” on the rib as well as a wood and leather Huey takedown case with canvas cover, cleaning tools, and snap caps. Barrel
measurements for the extra set (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .623/.623 inches; choke constriction .006/.016
inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.029 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the
breech .623/.624 inches; choke constriction .001/.010 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.029 inches;
1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at heel; 14 3/4 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 2 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 97% original blue finishes, 99% original colors, patch of thinned finish on the left barrel, stress line at
upper tang, minor handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent. The case and extra barrel set are excellent.
Estimate: 3,000 - 5,000
LOT 3491
Factory Engraved Arrieta/Orvis .410 Bore Round Action Double
Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case - Serial no. 57-03-02-98, 410 gauge, 28 inch
solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Built with blued steel chopperlump barrels featuring a single
brass bead sight on the matted flat solid rib which shows scroll engraving at the base around a gold inlaid “1”,
factory markings, single band of engraving at the breech, 1998 dated Spanish proof marks on the flats, and chambers
marked 3 inches with automatic ejectors. The
barrels are fitted to a coin finished round body sidelock action which displays near full
coverage floral scroll engraving surrounding “ORVIS U.S.A.” banners on either lockplate and
“ORVIS/MANCHESTER/V.T. U.S.A.” on the underside. The gun features bushed firing pins,
double triggers, gold centerline cocking indicators on either lockplate, and tang mounted
automatic safety. The gun is fitted with a beautifully figured and multi-point checkered splinter
forend with engraved fittings and Anson button release and a straight grip stock with a silver initial oval engraved “W/N/L”
and a skip-line checkered bare butt. Included is a second set of matching 28 inch barrels with a gold “2” at the base of the
rib and 3 inch chambers. Also includes a wood and leather takedown case with “W.N.L.” inscription plate and a canvas cover.
Barrel measurements for the extra set (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed at 10.3mm (.406 inches)
and measured .403/.404 inches; choke constriction .005/.007 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine
inches from the breech both proofed and measured at 10.3mm (.406 inches); choke constriction .001/.005 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb;
2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 11/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 5 lbs. 14 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, a few scratches on the wood, and
sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The case and extra barrel set are also excellent.
Estimate: 5,500 - 8,500