Buy a coach gun online. 25 Whittal Street, Birmingham. I also recommend a double barrel shotgun with a short barrel 20 inches or shorter. 1790. Chambers are polished and chamfered, so shells go in and out like you remember when your wives were young. I recommend cocking only one hammer at a time until you are very familiar with the shotgun. It is my wifes primary home defense weapon. Show Only Non-Guns. Those little shells in 8 shot make for a fun range pairing with the Hammer Coach. Great barrels and wall thickness on this James Lang. While the 12 gauge is usually thought of as the standard in protective shotguns, the 20 can do just fine. Smooth Bore percussion Fowler approximately 69 Caliber. We all want to think people are sane but they are NOT. All have 3" chambers. We found this in the back of the vault and thought we should find a home for it. Give me a call! Very Rare Granville Henry Single Shot Percussion Shotgun. To be honest the difference to the BAD GUYs is going to be marginal at best and the Bad Guy(s) will never know the difference. GI#: 102227277 Antique PARKER BROTHERS Double Barrel SIDE x SIDE HAMMER Shotgun Stub Twist Classic Shotgun Made in 1888! "Double Barrel Flintlock Coach Gun by Wilson. Editors note: This post was originally published in December of 2016. The overall length is 37 inches, and the shotgun weighs about 7.5 pounds. What is not to like? Great wall thickness and American style stock dimensions tell me along with this condition that this gun will not last long! A very old gun dating back to the 1700's to the early 1800's. At close range making felony arrests in tight quarters, I am certain these were formidable firearms. For those who wonder if the shot will leave the cup at short ranges, a tip: Use Rio Royal Buck no cup (I dont think other brands of buckshot do either I would never trust birdshot), extremely reliable, and certainly does the job. If you know me at all you know my favorite gauge for the field is 16g. Antique 1800's Hunter Posing With Double Barrel Shotgun and Dogs Cabinet Card, Vintage Partridge Hunter Antique Grouse Hunting Double Barrel Shotgun 1890 GREAT, Two Italians With Antique Bicycle And Double Barrel Shotgun Ammunition Belt 1890, Cabinet Card Photo Young Man Holds Double Barrell Shotgun 1900s Antique, ANTIQUE REPRO BIRD HUNT PHOTO PRINT ENGLISH SETTER VEST DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, Customs services and international tracking provided, ANTIQUE REPRODUCTION 8X10 PHOTO OLD GUY TURKEY HUNTING DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, ANTIQUE DUCK HUNTING REPRO 8X10 PHOTO PRETTY WOMAN WITH DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN, 1900 Antique print: DOUBLE-BARRELED SHOTGUNS. A nice solid round action from France with the classic double under bite with the rising third bite these Ideal grades are known for. C.S. shotgun/gun Miller. Case in point..My wife bought me a Kel Tec KSG bullpup pump gun for my birthday last year. Features an under lever action that when depressed opens the breach, twin back action hammer locks, engraving which covers and extends over the hammers, action and other parts. It is possible it could be bent half and inch or more. With 12 gauge or smaller inserts this gun might lend itself to be a good gun for the vintager sporting clay course as the weight and stock dimensions are good. Updated Gun Listing Notifications *We Never share your email without your permission. I wouldnt be writing off that slide rack intimidation so quickly. The pump shotgun and the self-loader are more complex, more expensive and more difficult to train with. Good condition antique Belgian 12 gauge double barrel shotgun that is marked "W.M. Id trust it at inside-the-house ranges, and the reduced recoil could be beneficial to people whod struggle with the recoil of buckshot. FRISPRTGDL1228 Iside Prestige Tartaruga Gold 12 Gauge with 28 in Blued Barrel, 3 in Chamber, 2rd Capacity, Color Case Hardened Gold Engraved Metal Finish & Walnut Stock Right Hand (Full Size) Hinterland #: 174857; MFG #: FRISPRTGDL1228; . French Double Barrel Pinfire Pistol (1082) $500.00 $400.00 . James Lang boxlock from 1905 ~ A true Edwardian era shotgun, Mortimer and Son ~ George Street, Edinburgh, classic vintage Scottish boxlock from 1895 ~ No FFL needed, can ship direct, Blondel Amiens (Quality Belgian) 12ga side plated Boxlock in high condition, Charles Lancaster boxlock from 1886 and nitro proofed ~ Can ship direct, Charles Smith boxlock ~ I love the Prince of Wales grip on this gun ~ Zero cast so ok for right or left handed shooter ~ Great price, Westley Richards on there early action, one of the first hammerless boxlocks and she still works great! External hammers make sense for less experienced shooters and for loaded storage. Trigger guard is brass. Of course, their use wasnt limited to stagecoaches. That said, I suspect it will be a long time before the liberals in any capacity begin to acknowledge that we gun owners and gun rights organization members have the kind of clout that we do have. The only quality American double introduced after the Great Depression was the Model 21 Winchester, showing up in the '30s. The LOP could be lengthened with a recoil pad to make the LOP almost 14 5/8". Pattern whatever you have at house distances. Though many in general will not admit it. While nostalgia has often drawn me to the acquisition of firearms, and the old side-by-side external hammer shotgun has certainly done so (to the tune of having a few in my collection), for real life tactical applications I much prefer the pump shotgun. A nice little 16g. It is politically correct and legal where other types of long guns are not. Charles Ingram boxlock with very nice wood and engraving ~ Own a very nice Scottish shotgun! A short shotgun was a great all around defensive tool at medium range. Exceptionally rare and fine 23-bore O/U double flintlock sporting gun, ca. I will also say this, I tell my wife to keep shooting till she no longer feels threatened. *Note this grade features a Purdey style hidden third bite. yes , my coach gun is a 12 with 000 buck, yes its great, range loads are Aurqila shorty slugs. Your discussions, feedback and comments are welcome here as long as they are relevant and insightful. Ready?! I would think 18 or 20 pellets (27 in 12 ga 2.75). Cylinder bore on both. DAVID KIRKWOOD 10 GAUGE HAMMERLESS SHOTGUN GI#: 102222780 Gun features a pistol grip checkered walnut stock. I love single action revolvers, have double action 38 for bedside, and the coach gun in the closet. and RR Thurston. Try it with the 410 in a judge and it will scare you how bad an idea this is. . Ogden Smiths and Hussey 16g ~ This would make someone a great little upland gun! Category: Boxlocks. The double-barrel is about as politically correct as a shotgun can be. Wonder how that street got its name. Vintage Double Barrel SXS Shotgun Wooden Forend Lot of 3 Grade 2 Pre-Owned $30.00 libertytreecollectors (21,045) 100% Buy It Now +$14.00 shipping Sponsored Antique T Parker Bro's Shotgun 12 ga Double Barrel England 30" Parts Only $225.00 fredc23 (3,227) 98.6% or Best Offer +$29.99 shipping Sponsored I had an incident here with a druggie scouting out my yard and shop and I stepped out in my underwear with a pump and racked a round and suggested he leave immediately. Shooting in off hand/ weak hand, hip, etc. Cond. Extremely short defensive shotguns, like the Ithaca Auto & Burglar model, were popular until the National Firearms Act in 1934. Many considered it short compared to a hunting gun at the time. This example is light and well balanced. This gun is tight and field ready. I could be wrong, but thats just the way I see it. Plain grain straight stock wood is in nice condition, 29-1/2 inch barrel. Original, English Engraved ROBINSON & SON Antique ~7 Gauge Shotgun Fowler PERCUSSION Large Bore FOWLING Piece .90 Caliber Here we present an antique L. Robinson & Sons Large Bore Fowling Piece. @1880, Lancaster Assisted opening boxlock ~ The famous "Wrist Breaker!". I think the pictures will tell you all you need to know as they show the excellent condition this English boxlock is in. And with self/house defense laws as they have become in recent years in many states, there is absolutely no need to warn the intruder. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at eBay.com. of shot. There is nothing simpler than the hammer-fired double-barrel shotgun, save a single-shot shotgun. The Condor Outback is also available with a less striking combo of blued steel and an A-grade walnut stock or a synthetic stock. Yes, the stock is short but at four pounds the gun balances and comes up to fit a small person (child undoubtedly) so what a great first gun for the small person in your world. Affordable and powerful, it is worth a look. Almost all double guns have internal hammer designs, which all serves to make the CZ Hammer Coach even cooler. We don't know a lot about this maker except that he set up shop at 5 Pelham's Lane in Colchester, Essex, from 1901 to 1913. This is a wonderful little 20g. Or call 1-800-284-5668, or emailsubscriptions@athlonmediagroup.com. If you don't care for stock extensions like the one on this gun always keep in mind we can remove this and you can have a recoil pad installed in its place. Coach Gun-- 10 GA. antique Description: A Belgium double barrel water fowl gun that has been modified for guard duty on the American frontier. Fast & Free shipping on many items! I also have a couple of just legal single shot 20s stashed in corners. Today, side-by-side shotguns themselves are fairly uncommon, only made by a handful of companies. Very light for a 29" barreled gun at 6 lbs. Having said that I have two Mossberg 500s outfitted for both in and out of home situations. One of the best sounds is the deep sound of the hollow tube when a fresh 12ga shell is ejected and a new one is inserted. People often think the English London BEST sidelock is the most beautiful of the classic double guns but every once and awhile we get a boxlock in that is extremely attractive, handles well, and made with extreme care and craftsmanship. Average front room 15. Antique Mule Ear O/U 32/12 ga. Side Hammer Combination Gun New York Maker Ex. with classic Prince of Wales grip and 2 3/4" proofs so can shoot many of the American shells! birdshot is by no means useful for personal defense. This ad features the pictured Antique Parker Exposed Hammers Shotgun with Damascus Barrels. of Edinburgh Scotland ~ A solid Scottish double that is ready for the field, W.W. Greener Model FH35 ~ This is a very original Greener with 2 3/4" proofs, Watson Brothers boxlock with newer barrels by John Dickson & Son. The 33 1/2" round barrels are 44 caliber rifled and 12 gauge smooth bore with a blade, From a mid-west sale, a very nice antique percussion Rifle/Shotgun side by side combination gun with patch box. $670.80. This load consistently offers a minimum of 12 inches of penetration in my testing and should cancel Christmas for the bad guys at typical home-defense engagement. Bores are approximately .70 caliber. *Double trigger O/U doubles are hard to come by. When you ride shotgun, ride with a Cimarron 1878 Coach Gun. The guns of the Civil war were certainly effective. GI#: 102201293 H. Nock, London. Get Guns.com offers and news!! 1-of-a Kind HAiR The MUSICAL 1988 20th Anniversary CAST SIGNED THEATER POSTER! Many have heard of the "Kerstan" rib extension extra bite. Just because you are small (she is 50 110lb) their is no need to fear a 12 ga. Cimarron also makes slightly fancier and more expensive Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp versions of the short double barrel with various embellishments. Tight and light just like what many of you are looking for! Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $3,975.00 COLT 1883 DOUBLE BARREL SIDE BY SIDE 10 GAUGE SHOTGUN GI#: 102207863 30 inch Damascus barrels with about 40% pattern still visible. But otherwise , thank you for the very technical legal advice as Im sure its a benefit to us all who did plan on shooting those fleeing from us when the opportunity came. Beautiful Damascus barrels are tight on face and have bright shiny bores. The companys hammerless Side-By-Side Coach Shotgun comes in 12 or 20 gauge with 20-inch barrels like the others, but with a bit of added capability. No, SOLD Another Mid-19th century 12ga. I just returned from shooting wild pheasant and quail in eastern Oregon and I cannot tell you how pleased I was on how my little 16g. CONTACT. Francotte Beautifully Side Plated boxlock in wonderful condition ~ I love the engraving and case colors, Charles Hellis and Sons ~ Check out the engraving and other features of this beautiful little double, William Evans high grade boxlock in nice condition, Thomas Adsett & Sons "Churchill" model with the Churchill rib, W.C. Scott in wonderful original condition and nitro proofed 2 3/4". Find a Stoeger Dealer. It was 2,800 miles of rough country full of rough people and defense was necessary. Check out the great stock dimensions and chokes on this very well-made English double with elegant 30" barrels. The 28" barrels are 32 caliber rifled octagon on top and 12 gaug, "Jenks Carbine with Tape Primer. I received one for Christmas a couple of years ago. Part octagon barrel that is abou, Ketland & Co. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, top-rated items, promotions and more! Tight on face and field ready. The long stock we can easily arrange to be made to your personal LOP of course. The lockplates are chisel engraved wi, A superior quality fine grade English London Stub Twist percussion silver mounted hammer double with a 34" barrel and left yube choke is IM and right tube is choke is also IM. Good for snakes, and at 5 to 10 feet the flash and bang will send 99% of home invaders running and the pellets will not penetrate 1/2 inch drywall so no worries about collateral damage. This coach gun was at times called the blunderbuss. Whether or not you can handle it is another story. The information provided here does not represent the views of Cheaper Than Dirt! BANK OF ENGLAND Antique BROWN BESS Flint MUSKET Napoleonic Wars Musket by LACY & Co of London, British BARBER of NEWARK Antique SxS Double Barrel 20 Ga. FLINTLOCK Shotgun ENGRAVED and GOLD Banded Side by Side, Antique CASED & Engraved MANTON Percussion DOUBLE BARREL SxS HAMMER Shotgun Early to Mid-19th Century European 14 Gauge Side by Side, "Unusual Nickerson Patent Breech-Loading Shotgun (AL5856). Stock Dimensions: 14 3/8LOP x c, H. Nock, London. PULL! A word of warning, however: The Hammer Coach has tight tolerances, which is a good thing. Here we have an antique Prussian Nikolaus v. Dreyse Double Barrel Side by, BANK OF ENGLAND Antique BROWN BESS Flint MUSKET Napoleonic Wars Musket by LACY & Co of London Here we present an antique Brown Bess Flintlock Musket by Lacy & Company, made in England ci, 40 inch barrels are marked LAMINATED STEEL. Beautiful hardwood stock was a bonus. Short is more important for handling than it is for spread. $214.95 . Not to mention the joy of shooting one of the above beautiful examples. more info 1897 Classic Old West Double Barrel Shotgun Scabbard Handcrafted western style double barrel shotgun scabbard. DOUBLE BARRELED PISTOL/ALARM GUN (1168) .32 Caliber Pepperbox (GAP2026) 22 Caliber Sharps Pepperbox (GAP2025) . and is 2 3/4" proofed ~ Ribless with double triggers! 20 gauge is a great choice for people of light of stature. Typical of early gu, BRITISH Antique T. KETLAND & COMPANY Percussion Conversion FOWLING Piece 16 Gauge FLINTLOCK to PERCUSSION Shotgun Here we present an antique English T. Ketland & Company Conv, ENGRAVED Antique NICOLAS BOUTET Percussion Conversion DOUBLE BARREL Shotgun French GOLD INLAID Side by Side Fowling Piece! Great barrels on this classic Birmingham boxlock. 1 bid. My Rossi overland coach 12 ga has an improved barrel on the left (front trigger) and a modified barrel on the right (rear). Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Great dimensions for many and zero cast so south paws can shoot this one too! However, shotguns have come a long way since the days of the horse and buggy. I estimate this gun was built shortly after 1909. This model does not break open. on the other hand, i loved my dads MOSSBERG 12 gauge pump, with a POLLY choke, for everything else. Im a retired police officer and always wanted a coach gun. Weight empty is 8 pounds. Good two-stage, ribless, 40 barrels with thick walls and no dents. CZ Bobwhite G2. shotgun/gun Miller. 14-1/4 inches LOP. *This has great choking for upland game, wood cock, and grouse. View cart for details. This gun was built between the great wars in 1933. Ex. Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $1,975.00 EXTREMELY FINE COLT 1878 10 GAUGE DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER SHOTGUN GI#: 102207886 Pistol grip checkered walnut stocks in excellent condition with most all varnish remaining. I have a Circuit Judge .410 hanging on a hook on the back of the master bedroom door that is loaded with 00 buck, and on my patterning board..at hallway range it produces some very interesting patterns with those .32 caliber balls. Both guns operate in the same fashion, new enhanced safety/trigger devices were added and are readily accessible. Coach shotguns as we know them today came about in the mid-19th Century, but their roots go back to flintlock blunderbusses in the 1600s. For a gun with 28" barrels and a decent LOP this gun is light at 6 lbs. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. But this is just my opinion. What there is extremely fine and could easily be polished out if desired. But it also means the gun requires a bit of breaking in. zooming slider below the image. BUT AGAIN PRACTICE PRACTICE, PRACTICE PRACTICE , AND MORE PRACTICE (as mentioned above) also fire and maneuver, cover and concealment WILL help you better odds of survival. Markings are "Giuseppe Merli in Brescia". *Note the great stock dimensions for many! *Note the cast off is 1" which is more than normal but would be perfect for the person that has a large beard or face that would require this. He operated fro, From a mid-west sale, a very nice antique percussion Rifle/Shotgun over under combination gun with patch box. Sorry, there are no results in your area. A magnificent 18-bore double-barreled flintlock sporting gun, #862, made in 1806, and so marked inside each lock and on the underside of the barrels at the breeches. I am looking for Manufrance Ideal's in all grades and any condition. A classic and solid, tight on face English gun for a very fair price. Very solid Westley which could be used as is or restored to new glory. All of these coach guns are ideal for Cowboy Action shooting and home defense. Stoeger Coach Guns single and double trigger shotguns are based on the Old West stagecoach guard's shotgun of choice. I am a bit of a traditionalist anyway. Percussion With Original Scabbard. I love the rather naive but well done game scenes on the action. *For those that will ask: That is a scratch on the surface of the stock on the right side of the butt stock near the butt, not a crack. *Note the 29" steel barrels and the great stock dimensions and chokes for upland game. The double-barrel is simple to use well. Cimarron 1878 Coach Gun 12Ga. Thanks! Stoeger also makes the Double Defense side-by-side shotgun in 12 and 20 gauge with 20-inch ported barrels, black synthetic furniture, and tactical features like optic and accessory rails, making for a very modern take on a defensive coach gun. I really like the checkered side panels. If they still keep coming then something is clearly wrong with their head! You use what have you have and what you know. Note the modern dimensions and there are still remaining original case colors on the action. When Daly introduced its triple-barrel break action shotguns a few years ago, there were a lot of sneers and jokes, until people started shooting them. is very tight on face and has very bright bores. Buckshot is (arguably) the best pest/varmint control around. Details. Original sling swivels. On this type of gun that would not be horribly expensive. I would have the barrels browned by Buck Hamlin to bring back their former beauty. Cond. Bores are bright, barrels ring like my church's bells. Beautiful gun with burled walnut stock and engraving on the side plates. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns, Antique (Pre-1899) Shotguns - Misc. Side-by-side shotguns are often used in Cowboy Action Shooting competition. Light and in excellent condition in with stock dimensions for someone very special . Most of the shells fired have been Winchesters 7 birdshot. Hammers have half cock safety feature, but no other manually operated safety. Our ever-growing inventory includes new and used models in just about every price range. I have seen many double-barrel shotguns at ready in the home or on the farm, and they are capable of dispatching unwanted pests and varmints as well as members of our protein-fed ex-con criminal class. The stock dimensions are great for many. Petrik 16 ga Over&Under~ Only 5lbs. *This gun features a 15 1/4" checkered butt. Pheasant? We could add a pad to get it over 16" if needed! Double-Barrel for Defense For personal defense, the double-barrel handles quickly and points well. $600.99. To each his own. Fla Detective in Upper Central Florida used a Shotgun taken from a drug house raidshortened barrels of Savage 311 ( I think ).his faith in that The gun is tight on face and field ready. The 1878 has an American walnut stock, two 3 chambers, 12 gauge cylinder bores, two side-by-side 20 barrels and two triggers, one for each chamber, standard blue finish Truly and outstanding looking and shooting firearm. All Rights Reserved. I think you need to read his comment because he doesnt mentioned firing on a fleeing perp. Well written article for those who chose to use one. Taylors & Company FS Tactical 1911: Now in 10mm! The double-barrel is also easy to train with. I really appreciate the Prince of Wales semi pistol grip. |. You can reload without taking the weapon out of the fight. A pump has more rounds on tap than the coach gun. Carbine is overall in great condition. William Evans boxlock ~ A very quality gun for the price which is tight and field ready, Thomas Wild 12g. Guns were made after that time, but most collectors agree that quality began to decline after the depression. My double barrel has few parts, is impossible to jam, needs no safety and shows me whats in the chamber every two shots. In that regard this gun is a perfect example as it is hard to close. This has modern dimensions, is well balanced, and is a super value. Stage Coach Shotgun Description: Here is a dandy from the old west. I keep a Stoeger Coach gun loaded with 3 000 buck by my bedside for things that go bump in the night. Think of it this way the 12 gage is the same bore diameter as the 72 caliber Brown Bess musket of 1776, and the 20 gage is the same diameter as the 58 caliber Springfield and Enfield rifle-muskets of 1860. This example includes bushed firing pins often only seen in high grade sidelocks. This is a mix of birdshot and buckshot at 15 yards. We date this Agnew to 1909. There is also the appeal of coach guns as a low-key defensive shotgun that doesnt have much negative connotation. Armstrong & Co. of New Castle on Tynne ~ A solid English boxlock ejector for a super fair price. Also, firearms are deadly weapons if you arent mentally and emotionally prepared to kill the intruder, dont bring a gun. We wish we did not have to consider this, but sometimes we do. This goes for most males too. Additionally, if youre going to spend extended time at the range or firing any kind of 3-inch magnum shells, just be aware the Hammer Coach comes with an old-school steel buttplate. While I use birdshot for training, birdshot is by no means useful for personal defense. Coach guns are formidable shotguns capable of defending the home. I hate having to pull the empties out, and in an actual defensive situation, being slowed down that much could be dangerous. My wife knows how to use, though the recoil is pretty rough in the 12 gauge model. I usually have to poke a cleaning rod down the barrel to get the shells loose, or drop something down the barrel to knock the shells far enough out of the chamber to grab and pull. All Rights Reserved. Shotguns At Collectors Firearms, we pride ourselves on our ever evolving inventory of antique shotguns and used shotguns for sale. Copyright 2023 Gun Tech. Looking from the breach end the bores look clean bright and shiny. Original Flip Up Site, 16 1/2 Barrel, Original Curly Mapel Stock. Sporting Clays! Some big news for trigger pullers recently from the Civilian Marksmanship Program. In super condition this little Churchill only weighs what many 16g and 20-gauge guns weigh but still manages to balance beautifully. Mechanically functions fine and features a side lever barrel release. These Francotte guns are fabulous values. A double barrel is certainly a choice to be considered. Great deals on Double Barrel In Shotgun Parts. What is not to like? Sadly the barrels in the second half towards the muzzle have considerable pitting probably caused by being put away wet in a case. Some may have limited working action but these are primarily hand props that are just for looks. English boxlock with great modern dimensions, E. M. Reilly 28ga Boxlock with lots of case colors and condition, C. S. Rosson & Co 410 Boxlock with lots of case color and great dimensions. The extra barrel doesnt add nearly as much weight or awkwardness as you might think, and the gun just feels good and shoots really well. Pitting in the bores could be removed with about .004 back bore to be mirror. It is very functional as is so I would use it as a rainy day gun and do nothing to it! They also add a couple of steps to the loading and firing process. In came the need for coach guns. On the outside away from home in todays world you may encounter a situation of great complexity. It will beat you up after a little while, and 3-inch turkey shells are going to make you know you shot them. Signup now! In the Old West. Hamilton Short Barrel Gun from Belgium Here we present an antique W.H. If you prefer a hammerless version of this excellent coach gun, CZ makes the Sharp-Tail Coach, which is basically the same shotgun, just without the rabbit ears on the receiver. The company saw fit to arm its messengers with what would become known as messenger guns and coach guns. The bores still measure in proof and have great minimum wall thickness. Used. I strongly suggest shooting at 30 inch square paper to find out just what the spread is. I purchased a DP-12 thru CTD threw a Streamlight green laser/light on it, filled it with buckshot and havent looked back. They can be found in both 12- and 20-gauge variations as well as .410 bore. A lovely, pre WWII quality, double from Belgium in very nice condition. Coach Gun Shotguns. Manufactured at Springfield, Massachusetts. The Daly Coach Gun has barrels threaded for Rem choke tubes, adding versatility to this compact, break-action shotty. 3 in 26 in Cyl/Cyl Blued Walnut CG187826. Great dimensions and barrels . A very sound in proof gun with very nice barrels. Would you put a green/inexperienced officer/ troop untrained/unfamiliar with a carbine up against a well experienced troop with a shotgun in real life??? It has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and clarity. An extremely strong and unusual prewar 16g. When ever the subject comes up of which loads are best as defensive loads, the argument can get pretty heated. The pull back lever behind the trigger guard opens the gun and is extremely ergonomic. Obviously well made with exceptional engraving and wood. Many companies would offer their double-barrel models from the factory with 12- to 24-inch barrels. Prefer to by tried by 12 than carried by 6. This is a double barrel break-open shotgun. . The 1878 has an American walnut stock, two 3 chambers, 12 gauge cylinder bores, two side-by-side 20 barrels and two triggers, one for each chamber, standard blue finish Truly and outstanding looking and shooting firearm.