^Lot 3205 28 GA., JP SAUER & SOHN MODEL VIII ENGRAVED SXS

BOXLOCK SHOTGUN. Cal. 28 Ga. S# 206586. The 27" bbls. have slightly raised matted rib having steel bead, crossbolt extension. Chokes appear to measure Full. Case colored boxlock action w/ generous coverage of upgraded acanthus scroll engraving features dbl. triggers, extractors, crossbolt & cocking indicators. Checkered walnut stock set w/ splinter forearm, steel grip cap, & Bavarian cheekpiece. LOP: 12.5" to horn buttplate. Horn triggerguard. DAC: 1 5/8". DAH: 2 3/8". WEIGHT: 5 lbs., 3 oz.. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: consignor notes. CONDITION: over 80% original lightly fading barrel blue with outline of removed swivel & spots of brown patina. Traces of case colors on receiver with balance being brown patina. Original wood finish shows deep gouges, worn finish throughout & numerous handling marks. Buttplate shows scrapes & couple of worm holes. Bores primarily shiny with areas of fouling. Lock up appears tight. (26-1417/MD). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.