^Lot 2524 VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD RETAILED BELGIAN AUGUSTE

FRANCOTTE MEDIUM QUALITY, EJECTOR, BOXLOCK HAMMERLESS SXS SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga., 2 3/4". S# 28425. Mfg. approx. 1896-1897. Twist pattern 30" bbls. w/ cut-outs for side-clips. Water table has pre-1898 Belgian proofs. Chokes appear to measure approx. Full & Imp. Mod. Top rib has intricate matting, ivory beads & doll's head extension. Action has generous coverage of acanthus scroll engraving along with floral engraving on fences. Action features dbl. triggers, crossbolt fastener, side-clips & Deeley's patented ejectors. Splinter forearm with push button release. Checkered pistol grip walnut buttstock w/ checkering & sculpted fences on ears. Stock cut to LOP: of 13.5" over cracking red pad showing compression at peak; 3/4" black filler to pad. DAC: 1.25". DAH: 2". Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs., 4 oz. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray patina overall with traces of finish in protected areas, spots of cleaned oxidation & scattered marks. Wood has heavily worn appearance with numerous dings & sm. gouges. Buttpad is crushed at peak with piece missing at toe. Bores show light pitting towards chokes along with scattered sm. dents & scratches. Barrels appear tight on face. (01-29186/MD). ANTIQUE. $350-550.