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LOT 3573
Factory Patelli Signed and Engraved Fausti 28
Gauge Italyco SLX Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case - Serial no. B61779, 28 gauge, 26 5/8 inch
solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut
stock. Blued steel barrels with a single
steel bead sight on the matted solid rib
with gold “1” at the breech end, “FAUSTI-
ITALY” inlaid in gold on the left of the upper barrel, 2020 dated proofs, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin
finished sideplated action displays beautifully cut floral scroll engraving with a Fausti emblem on the underside along with a pair of game bird scenes consisting of a woodcock in flight on
the right and a grouse in flight on the left. The triggerplate is signed “INC. PATELLI W.” to the right of the trigger. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip
stock with engraved coin grip cap and checkered bare butt. Includes a second matching numbered barrel set in the uncommon 32 gauge with 2 3/4 inch chambers, gold “2” on the rib, and its own forend. Also includes a factory takedown case that houses the entire set. Barrel measurements for the 32 gauge set (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from
the breech both proofed at 12.9mm (.508 inches) and measured .509/.510 inches; choke constriction .013/.032 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed 14.0mm (.551 inches) and both measured .553 inches; choke constriction .007/.016 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs. 15 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence. The wood is very fine with light dings and scratches (two most noticeable at the left stock head) and sharp checkering. The extra barrel is excellent. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 9,000 - 12,000
LOT 3574
Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid Rizzini
20 Gauge Round Body EL Over/Under Shotgun with Case - Serial no. 105524, 20 gauge, 29 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Blued steel barrels with a single brass bead sight on the matted solid rib, standard Rizzini markings, 2018 dated
Italian proofs, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and
interchangeable choke (improved cylinder/modified installed).
The coin finished round body action displays beautifully
executed full coverage floral scroll engraving surrounding a
pair of game bird scenes consisting a pair of grouse (right) and partridge (left) in flight over a field with a gold inlaid arc over top and a Rizzini banner beneath. The trigger plate is signed “Bottega C. Giovanelli to the right of the trigger for the
famous firm. The gun features a single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, large panel checkered forend with matching engraved fittings and multi-point checkered round knob pistol grip stock with checkered
bare butt. Includes a factory takedown case, three piece wood cleaning rod, and three extra chokes (cylinder, improved
modified, and full). Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .628/.629 inches; minimum wall thickness .034/.033 inches; 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel; 14 3/4 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 13 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue, coin, and gold finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Case is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 5,500 - 7,500
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