How much does a crescent 12 gauge shotgun cost?

How much does a crescent 12 gauge shotgun cost?

In 1897, American Gun Co. listed 5 models: 1. #2641 – Top lever hammergun with Armory Steel barrels (Belgain made) in 12g only for $14. 2. #2650 – With damascus barrels for $15. 3. #2660 – Similar gun but claimed to be all American made for $18.

When did Crescent fire arms start making shotguns?

Double barrel shotgun production was started in 1891. Crescent Fire Arms Co. was incorporated in Connecticut on March 4, 1892. In 1893, the majority of Crescent stock was acquired by H.∓D. FOLSOM located at 314 Broadway in New York City.

What kind of caliber does a crescent gun have?

Crescent guns were offered in 12-, 16-, 20- and 28-gauges and later, 44XL shot caliber with Damascus twist laminated or Armory steel barrels depending on the shooter’s wants.

When did Crescent make the Knickerbocker 12ga gun?

Crescent made the guns up until 1915 and Stevens made them after 1915. I can identify you gun as having been made by Crescent. A word of caution. The guns were designed for the ammunition in use at the time which was either black powder or early low pressure smokeless powder.

What kind of barrel does a Henry shotgun have?

Barrels on both are black matte finished, with the steel shotguns using a pistol-grip stock wrist and the brass guns carrying a straight English-style wrist. Unlike the rifle, though, shells are fully ejected on opening the action for a quick follow-up shot if needed, not just partially extracted.

What kind of safety is on a Henry repeating shotgun?

Like the rifle, there’s no manual safety on these shotguns, and they wear American walnut with a solid black rubber recoil pad on the steel-framed guns, and a smooth brass buttplate on the brightly polished brass-framed models.

What kind of birds can a Henry 12 gauge shoot?

The 12 and 20 gauge in both brass and steel ship with a Modified Choke using Rem-Choke style threads which delivers a versatile shooting pattern for shooting at 25-45 yards, ideal for squirrels, rabbits, pigeons, doves, partridges, grouse, pheasant and wild flushing quail at medium range.

What kind of shotgun is a double barrel?

A 12 gauge Francotte double barrel shotgun Serial A 12 gauge Francotte double barrel shotgun Serial no. 86322, 12 gauge. 28 inch barrels marked Von Lengerke & Detmold/U.S. Agents New York. Concave, HAMILTON DOUBLE BARRELL SHOTGUN.