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LOT 3561
Factory Game Scene Engraved Aguirre y Aranzabal Hand Detachable Sidelock Double
Barrel Ejector Shotgun Three Barrel Set with Case -
Serial no. 41585, 12 gauge, 28 1/4 inch vent rib bbl., blue/
coin finish, walnut stock. Blued “Cromo-Niquel” steel barrels with dual bead sights on the matted
vent rib which is marked with a single gold “1”, correct Spanish proofs dating to 1951, floral scroll engraving around the upper breech,
and chambers proved at 70 mm (2 3/4 inches) with automatic ejectors. The coin finished hand detachable sidelock action displays
floral scroll engraving surrounding a scene showing mallards in flight over a marsh on the left, a scene of pheasants in an upland scene
on the right, and gold inlaid “RUTH C. ATWOOD” on the underside. The toplever is gold inlaid with the AYA logo. The gun features a
single trigger and a tang mounted safety switch with gold inlaid “S”. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered three-piece forend with
engraved fittings, including the Deeley latch release, and pistol grip stock with engraved grip cap and orange rubber recoil pad. This
gun was previously documented with stickers on the stock indicating use in the Spanish shooting competition Trio de Pichon in 1956;
however, these stickers are no longer present. While no information on Atwood’s international shooting campaign can be found, she
was clearly a force to be reckoned with, having many excellent trap scores published in the Miami, Florida, and Tucson, Arizona, newspapers from 1949-1952, right around
the time that this gun was built. Ruth and her husband Hank were so well known in the trap shooting community that, according to the March 21, 1949 Miami Herald, they
had their own event named after them. Included with the gun are two extra barrel sets, one measuring 28 inches and the other 29 3/4 inches with gold inlaid “2” and “3” respectively and both
with 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors. Also included is a leather bound takedown case that houses the whole set, a pair of leather barrel sleeves marked “2” and “3”, and assorted small parts. Barrel measurements for set “3” (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved and measured at 18.5 mm (.728 inches); choke constriction .021/.037 inches; minimum wall thickness .030/.032 inches. Barrel measurements set “2” (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved and measured at 18.5 mm (.728 inches); choke constriction .021/.022 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.026 inches. Barrel and stock measurements set “1” (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.5 mm (.728 inches) and both measured at .727 inches; choke constriction .003/.010 (jug) inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.030 inches; 1 1/8 inch drop at comb; 1 3/4 inch drop at heel; 13 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs. 1 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% plus original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence. The wood is very fine with some small nicks and scratches, some residue on the underside of the stock from the now removed stickers (see above), most of the finish remaining, and crisp checkering. The extra barrel sets are both very fine with light handling evidence. The case is very good with mild storage/travel evidence. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 7,000 - 11,000
LOT 3562
Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Beretta 20 Gauge Model 687 EELL Over/Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set - Serial no. E77037B, 20/28 gauge, 28 inch vent rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Blued Excelsior steel barrels with single bead sight on the matted vent rib which is marked with a “1” at the base, standard Beretta markings, 1988 dated Italian proofs, chokes marked modified/full, and chambers marked 3 inches with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sideplated action displays extensive floral scroll engraving surrounding a flock of mallards
in a water scene on the left side, a covey of quail in flight on the right, and a single woodcock on the underside. The triggerplate is signed “Bottega C. Giovanelli” for the famous engraving firm. The gun
features a single gold trigger and a tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and a “1” on the release latch and pistol grip stock with
blank inscription oval and serrated wood buttplate. Included is an extra matching numbered 26 inch 28 gauge barrel set with a “2” on the rib, its own forend, 2 3/4 inch chambers, and chokes marked improved cylinder/modified. Also included is an aluminum takedown Americase that houses the entire set. Barrel measurements for the 28 gauge set (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved 13.8 mm (.543 inches) and measured at .551/.550 inches; choke constriction .006/.012 inches; minimum wall thickness .035/.033 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved 16.0 mm (.630 inches) and measured at .633/.631 inches; choke constriction .020/.032 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.026 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The extra barrel set is also excellent. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 4,000 - 6,000
LOT 3563
Factory Engraved Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing A-10 American Over/ Under Shotgun - Serial no. A10-000545, 12 gauge, 28 inch vent rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Blued steel vent rib barrels with single red sight bead, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, barrel weights hidden by the forearm (two 2.25 oz. and two 1.5 oz. installed) and interchangeable chokes (improved modified/modified currently installed). Coin sidelock action with light floral scroll engraving around floral bouquets on the sidelocks and sides of the action with rose and scroll engraving on the bottom of the action and trigger guard. Mounted in a beautifully figured checkered walnut forearm and pistol grip
stock with engraved hardware and Galazan recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): Bore 9 inches from the breech .736/.737 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.025 inches; drop at the comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at the heel 2 1/4 inches; length of pull 14 1/2 inches. Weight 8 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with limited handling marks, some oil staining on the action, and crisp engraving. Wood is very fine with scattered light
handling marks and sharp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 3,000 - 5,000 325