26" Barrels Choked M/F. The barrels have been shortened, likely a Wells Fargo modification. I have a Westley Richards .303 Falling Block action which I desperately want to obtain a date of manufacture on - looking at both your list of serial numbers above, as well as having visited the Westley Richards website itself, I have been unable to determine what the date of manufacture is on my rifle. It's the No. Westley Richards hammer double from 1860 ! 28x2 5/8" NP s, Westley Richards Droplock Live Pigeon 12ga. In order for us to provide you with the very best experience while visiting our websites, you must use an up-to-date browser. Barrel rib marked laminated steel. 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Barrels choked IC/Mod, beautiful circassian Turkish walnut capped pistol grip stock, checkered butt, beavertail forend, double triggers, SN#175XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (009 AND 018) 2 1/2" CHAMBERS 1 1/8 OZ PROOF BORES: .736 BOTH BARRELS MIN LT: .024 MIN RT: .022 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (012 AND 028 C, 28" M/F (.020"/.040") SOLID RIB BARREL AND 28" F/F (.045"/.045") VENT RIB BARREL -DOUBLE TRIGGERS -AUTOMATIC EJECTORS -BEAVERTAIL FOREND, One is a 10 gauge and the other is a 12 gauge. With 28-inch tubes and a LOP of 14 7/8-inch, this little BLE still only tips the scales at 5LBS13, and it's comb was/is so petite that even with a very slight cast-off it still fit's me (a lefty) shockingly well. Some history and ID has been done on this shotgun. VPNAVY #364256 04/15/14 01:31 PM. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun Mine is likely a little older based on the under-lever style action. Posts: 516. 2.5" W at the breach and 1.5" at the tip of the barrel. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: W. Richards Side x Side 16 GA Hammered Shotgun: LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html In your first photo, it appears there is a large crack in the stock behind the hammers. Westley Richards - Drop Lock, SxS, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. Sorry but there is nothing Damascus about this shotgun. You can make direct contact with the subject thru thatthey may not come back to read these postsever Tom, The original post was in Feb of 2018.over a year agoThere is a Message link on this postthis will allow your to make direct contact. Description, W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. Also have general photos I can post if needed, markings are too small to show. Lockes marked: W. Richards. Good overall condition. This pair of guns are very close in detail and will be described as one. Westley Richards composed pair of 12 gauge & 20 gauge with each gun having two sets of interchangable barrels Action Calibre: 12 & 20 gauge Action: Sidelock Ejector with hand detachable l, "Westley Richards One-Trigger Detachable Drop Lock 12 Gauge shotgun. W. Richards shotgun - The DoubleGun BBS @ doublegunshop.com Learn more about our approach to sharing our collection online. It features laminate damascus steel barrel, double hammer, double triggers, engraved receiver, checkered wood furniture, slip on rubber butt pad, and leather sling. Joined: Oct 2009. Overall fit, finish, and weight & balence were what finally sold me on it. W Richards 12 gauge double barrel shotgun | The Firearms Forum ANTIQUE ENGLISH SIDE LEVER SHOTGUN, 12 gauge, AN EDWARDIAN LEATHER SHOTGUN CARTRIDGE CASE, EUROPEAN DAMASCUS BARREL SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN 12, Remington model 34 tube feed, bolt action, Three percussion firearms, to include a Thompson, Westley Richards & Co. Westley Richards guns have Brand Value of 3/4 of Boss-H&H-Purdey-Woodward guns and W. Richards have 1/2. Albert Einstein". Belgium, C. 1880s. The majority of marks will be found on the barrel flats, though early guns may have stamps on the tubes, under the forend. W. Richards Belgium Double Barrel - Help with identification Checkered round knob pistol grip stock and forearm with a checkered horn buttplate featuring an stag head and inscription shield on the underside of the stock. We require a photo ID from the . DoubleGuns! Barrels are slightly loose, otherwise action is fine. Description: Beautiful old W. Richards Belgium ELG proof marked double barrel 10 gauge double hammer shotgun. Parker Brothers - One of the most famous shotgun manufacturers started making double barrel shotguns in 1868. PrOOF mark CirCa PrOOF hOuse tYPe OF PrOOF and gun since 1952 Ulm since 1968 Hannover since 1968 Kiel (W. German) since 1968 Munich since 1968 Cologne (W. German) since 1968 Berlin (W. German) since 1952 Ulm voluntary proof for hand/long guns since 1952 Ulm repair proof for major gun parts since 1952 Ulm provisional black powder for shotgun I did get to use her on wild Bobwhite near Campo, Colorado this Fall and she did her part. They will be of the quality that was ordered/paid for, farmer grade BLNE to to best work SLE. W. Richards Double Barrel Hammer 12 gauge Shotgun Note: Comment submission is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to the site. The 10 gauge weighs 9 pounds 4 ounces. Pistol grip Circassian walnut stocks. Would like to get as much information as possible about this odd shotgun, marked W. Richards, I'm not too familiar with English double guns. Actually tight on face and in proof. Drop Lock, patented single, Westley Richards - Drop Lock SxS, 20ga. W. RICHARDS (SN 3488) : This is an antique exposed hammer side-by-side double-barrel LaFauchuex style bottom-lever shotgun, with 30" long (18.2 mm) choked 12 gauge Belgian barrels, with "CAST STEEL BELGIUM" inscribed on the upper rib. Steve Helsley. i also have a sxs belgium made hammer gun marked A RICHARD [no s]it appears to be of decent quality the butt plate and grip cap. No, my gun is old and well used, and a sweetheart to shoot. Constitution Avenue, NW Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. Details Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus Double Barrel Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun Manufacturer: W. Richards Model: DOUBLE BARREL Type: Shotgun Gauge: 10 Barrel: 32 inch solid rib Finish: brown/casehardened Grip: Stock: walnut checkered Item Views: 10457 Serial Number: Catalog Page: 91 Class: Antique Description: MAKE OFFER. Remove the barrels from the action and take pictures of the rest of the proofs that should be on the barrel flats. : 524797 Location: CA Trades Accepted: No Share: Shipping Notes: See Description **PLEASE SEE PICTURES** CALL ME*CALL ME*CALL ME TO COMPLETE TRANSACTION. 1 3/8" - 1 7/8" dr. SCALLOPED FRAME, 30" BARRELS, IMPROVED CYLINDER AND FULL, 2 1/2", SINGLE MECHANICAL TRIGGER WITH BARREL SELECTOR, EJECTORS, STRAIGHT HAND GRIP, SPLINTER FOREND, STEEL HEEL & TOE PLATES, 27 1/2" DAMASCUS BARRELS CYLINDER AND CYLINDER DOUBLE TRIGGER EXTRACTORS ENGLISH GRIP ORIGINAL CONDITION, Westley Richards Heronshaw 12 Ga Cased Pair, W. Richards SxS 12 gauge Shotgun Double Hammers & Triggers 30" bbls (Mod. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! SN 43113, im trying to trace its history, how could I do that, Simon Clode on October 7, 2016 at 4:59 am, there is a feature in Services on our website to look up gun histories. Choose from the Americas (USD) or Global (GBP) websites to see content specific to your location and shop online. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. W. Richards was the trade name for Henri Pieper, a Belgian arms maker in the second half of the 19th century. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. 14 LOP. W. Richards guns were produced by many makers (Crescent in the U.S., Belgian, and some Birmingham) to confuse the unknowing, and were not of high quality even when new. Side lever barrel latch. Simon, Andre Tait on December 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, Good day W. Richards Shotgun. I'd tidied it up, it was tight and shot well but I hankered after a fine english gun. BTW with any gun of a vintage naturemaking it pretty cost YOU moneyA collector will want the 100 or so years of accrued "patina" in place..and you should determine what the barrels are made of..nitro proofed steel or twist/Damascus steelthe latter pretty much makes your gun a wall hanger as it is unsafe with ANY MODERN ammo.You can see more on this at www.shotgunworld.com. Wood is in nice condition with aged varnish turning dark. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Gunsmithing & Technical|June 2019 When they were made, all British guns had to be subjected to proof testing (they still are) to ensure that they were fit for purpose. if you would like to place this item on back order. Lead, Follow, or get the **** Out of the Way. Description W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. If you require a personal response, please use ourContact page. It has 30 barrels with excellent bright and shiny bores and a very good crisp and tight lock up. . W. Richards Double barrel Shotgun - Looking for information The action is good with some of the casehardening bright in the protected areas. There are a few markings on it, saying "W. Richards" on both sides. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Read another post about Belgium knockoffs and different manufacturers, just trying to find the true manufacturer and approximate age. Thanks, The LT stands for Leslie Taylor who was responsible for many developments in the ammunition world including this round. Please, Copyright 2021 B.A.C.O., All Rights Reserved. Description, W. Richards Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun. Leather-cased, LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. All Rights Reserved. Grant Model: Double Barrel Muzzle Loading Shotgun Serial Number: 6432 Year of Manufacture: 1850's Gauge: 16 Action Type: Muzzle Loading Percussion Double Barrel Shotgun Markings: The barrel rib is marked "Westley Richards 170 New Bond STLondon". DD on barrel lug. Washington, D.C. Email powered by MailChimp (Privacy Policy & Terms of Use), International Media Interoperability Framework. The Belgian use of the "W. Richards" name must not be confused with either Westley or Williams products. m/www/home But it's easily the most petite Webly I've ever held. Rick - Go to the Shotgun Forum and type "W. Richards" into the search window. The side lever preceded the top lever. Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. 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They can supply authenticity certificates for a small price but will also help out over the phone or email. To speak with one of our gun specialists or to visit our flagship store please get in touch, Join The Explora Club for Member Exclusives. Thanks for the help everybody, knew it wasn't a Westley but hoped it might have been a lower grade William. Steve Helsley. Numbers on breech indicate it wasconverted to centerfirein 1925 or 1926 and the Armaf barrel chambered for.