Manufacture Liegeoise D'Armes A Feu 12 Gauge SxS

Manufacture Liegeoise D'Armes A Feu 12 Gauge SxS SIDELOCK BELGIUM BEST General Specs: Manufacture Liegeoise D'Armes A Fue, Belgium, Year 1943, 12 Gauge, 6lbs 13oz, Side by Side Serial Number: 54901 When I bought this gun I was unaware that the maker was a well known Belgium based gunmaker of fine guns for almost 100 years. It was one of those cases that I "bought the gun, not the name" as I could see by the features it was a finely made full 7 pin sidelock side by side identical to a few Francotte guns I had owned. When I researched the gunmaker and found that they were known for high quality guns, that was a plus. It was a pretty easy decision to purchase, as it has 100% full coverage of fine rose bouquet and scroll engraving by an acknowledged world master engraver Leonard Smeets, perfectly struck barrels of Cockerill Steel (some of Europe's finest), file cut game rib, double under lug locks with a hidden 3rd fastener, articulated (hinged) front trigger, beaded fences, removable striker discs and firing pins, stocked to the fences with nicely figured European walnut with perfect wood to metal fit and drop points, checkered to perfection with fine 28LPI checkering, and perfect balance and a weight of 6 3/4lbs, what was not to like? This would be a VERY EXPENSIVE GUN TO MAKE TODAY, and is a true bargain for a BEST gun made in 1943. The gun is like new and mechanically perfect. Look closely at the above features in the photos. You will not find better craftsmanship in any gun. With great shooting dimensions and chokes, this is a fine upland or clays gun that you can be proud to show and use. And at a tiny fraction of the price for a similar quality English gun, you will not break the bank with your purchase. Barrels Barrel Length: 27 1/2"***** Chokes: .018/.025 M/IM***** Bores: mirror***** Bore Diameter: .728/.728***** Wall Thickness: .023/.023***** % Blue: 99%***** Chambers: 2 3/4"***** Ribs: tight, file cut***** Sights: double, ivory***** Action Action: tight, centered***** Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed***** Case Color: coin finish excellent***** Screws: perfect***** Engraving: 100% rose/scroll; L. Smeets master***** Trigger Type: double, crisp, articulated front***** Trigger Guard Color: coin fully engraved***** Stock Type: english stock/splinter forend/ figured***** LOP: 14 5/16"***** LOP To End Of Wood: 13 3/4"***** DAH: 2 1/8"***** DAC: 1 1/2"***** Cast: 1/8" off***** Checkering Condition: perfect 28 lines per inch***** Butt Treatment: leather pad excellent***** There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking! JOIN US at the LAS VEGAS ANTIQUE/SPORTING ARMS & CUSTOM KNIVES SHOW on January 22 - 24, 2016. It will be held at a new venue, the Westgate Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, NV! We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase. If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly. Thanks! Vintage Firearms, Inc