And El Garro, no need to post the age markings, can pretty much narrow it down from here. Barrel length: 30 inches. OAK & LEATHER TRUNK, Westley Richards --- Sidelock Ejector --- 12 Gauge, 2 3/4" Chambers --- in Oak & Leather Case, WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, WESTLEY RICHARDS PINFIRE SXS HAMMER GUN 12 GAUGE. 12 gauge, 32-inch damascus barrels with textured rib. Length of pull: 14 inches. http://vpnavy01.com/websites/shotgun/index1.html In your first photo, it appears there is a large crack in the stock behind the hammers. Chamber length: 2 - inches. Percussion fowler from the 1850's and is American in style. "If you can't explain it to a six year old, you don't understand it yourself." Scroll down to the Tradename section here for more information https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/pu . That saidThe picture doesn't show muchList all the markings on the gun..especially the proofmarks(if any) and what chamber length is indicated A UK gun would have short 2.5" chambers. VPNAVY #364256 04/15/14 01:31 PM. 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. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. 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". Comes with case! Serial number 94. Leather-cased, LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. 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. Grant I haven't seen any responses on the age, and a gun dealer I had look at it told me the proof marks were 1850's. 12 gauge, walnut stock with a checkered wrist and forestock, butt plate marked "PARKER/BROTHERS,. It does however also pre-date the chamber mark, so hard to say for sure what it was originally. This type of shotgun was sold by both sears and eatons and a host of other stores primarily in Canada. Anyone know where I can find parts for a double barrel 12 gauge. barrels. If you have a question relating to the museum's collections, please first check our Collections FAQ. We may update this record based on further research and review. All doubleguns & SxS double rifles at doublegunshop.com. In order for us to provide you with the very best experience while visiting our websites, you must use an up-to-date browser. We have tried to put an easy search on our website to assist with this and will always try and answer any questions regarding the guns as time allows. It doesn't have an address per se but each lockplate is marked W Richards & then the top rib is marked W Richards London Laminated Steel. Click on the results to view more details is very tight on face and has very bright bores. I have sent may queried but you have not time to answer it. Description: Beautiful old W. Richards Belgium ELG proof marked double barrel 10 gauge double hammer shotgun. If you would like to know how you can use content on this page, see the Smithsonian's Terms of Use. They will be of the quality that was ordered/paid for, farmer grade BLNE to to best work SLE. Chamber length: 2 - 3/4 inches. m/www/home Serial, W. Richards Breechloading Shotgun 12 gauge, *WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DROP ACTION DOUBLE, RAVENSCROFT RICHARDS & CO. SIDELOCK DOUBLE, FRAMED SCARCE 1919 WINCHESTER CALENDAR. You will find an E-mail address posted in 2002 in one of the responses. The fancy wood is very go, Boxlocks - We found this in the back of the vault and thought we should find a home for it. 19th Century Double Barrel Shotgun. They are heronshaw model fixed lock box lock guns with "C-Bolt" opening, W. Richards SxS Hammer 12 ga. MAKE OFFER, W. Richards suggest a knock off of the Westley Richards nameback in the early part of the 20th centurythis was common and to some degreeit is still done today..The biggest such act is the use of the name Charles Daly to make folks think they are getting one famous name gun, when..in reality the real Charles Daly wouldn't let such a product out of the factory. The minimal wall thickness is thicke, Westley Richards - Drop Lock, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. Here we present an antique Belgian W. Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun, made circa the late 1800s in Belgium. DoubleGuns! W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN GI#: 102229402 Fine bores choked full and improved modified, 30" barrels retain 95% bright shiny barrel blue, receiver retains 25% case colors with 50-60% original blue remaining on the underside of the receive .Click for more info Seller: LeRoy Merz Antique Guns Area Code: 218 $1,750.00 WESTLEY RICHARDS GUN & RIFLE SERIAL NUMBERS There are always a lot of requests for dating serial numbers for our guns. This one is made by the British W. Richards company and has Birmingham proofs on it. Length of pull: 14 W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. Sidelock. 1880. Thanks Thanks, The LT stands for Leslie Taylor who was responsible for many developments in the ammunition world including this round. Featured Gun Classifieds Westley Richards Shotguns, Westley Richards "Heronshaw" Pair. Belgium, C. 1880s. IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel. But it's easily the most petite Webly I've ever held. Some history and ID has been done on this shotgun. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! W. Richards was the trade name for Henri Pieper, a Belgian arms maker in the second half of the 19th century. Also have general photos I can post if needed, markings are too small to show. The barrels are stamped on the solid rib "W. RICHARDS LONDON LAMINATED STEEL". came across this W Richards Double Barrel Shotgun Naturally the search for history starts I have learned a lot but still have problem with those darn proof marks Antique Pistols April 15th, 2019 - A Pair of 19th Century Percussion Cap Pocket Pistols Double Barrel Belt Pistol by G amp J Deane A 19th Century Over and Under Double Barrel Belt . "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. Gun is in good condition with some light blemishes. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: W. Richards Side x Side 16 GA Hammered Shotgun: Westley Richards Single Trigger Dbl Barrel, Westley Richards & Co. Steve Helsley. (displays a limited sampling of the millions of priced results in our database), many more examples with full details are available to our members - Learn more. I'll not use 2 3/4 unless I have no other options. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation The left choke is over tight in choke but we could have this opened, Hammerguns - A very early, historic, and fun to shoot Westley Richards with super barrels that are bright and shiny and ring as well as any churches. . 14 7/8"pull from front trigger to solid black Kick-Eez recoil pad. We apologize for the interruption. W. Richards Shotgun. Please, Copyright 2021 B.A.C.O., All Rights Reserved. London. W.H. Condition: Fair. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. This, Westley Richards Droplock 12 Gauge Double-barrel, *BEAUTIFUL CASED CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN COMPANY, *VERY RARE CASED WINCHESTER Y-SERIES PIGEON, Books: Firearms Brophy, William S. L.C. Albert Einstein". The action is good with some of the casehardening bright in the protected areas. Best Grade Droplock in very good condition. W. Richards Double Barrel Shotgun - Help! Gun appears to be well made but far from any high end piece. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. Scarce detachable drop lock model, expertly restored. The left side of the . Cal/GA: 12. As I recall there were two terms similar terms: Klunker was reserved for any beat up gun not worth repairing versus Clunker which was purpose built hardly worth buying in the first place. African American History Curatorial Collective, Political and Military History: Armed Forces History, Military. Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. The company built side-by-side double barrel shotguns throughout WW2. Their shotguns were made in 12, 16, and 20 gauge. call us (208) 263-6953 Likes: 8. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. Most double shotguns represented here. I am not sure what the other marks reflect. The main things I would have done is adjust the action in the hammers as they are a little loose and maybe clean up the metal work and possibly if its doable, clean the grime from the checkering. For a more comprehensive search for your serial numbers including a certificate and copy from the ledgers please follow this link. Richards." Westley Richards hammer double from 1860 ! Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun and A Large Maleham & Yeomans Sheffield Maker's Marked Knife with Wells Fargo Style MarkingsThe top of the barrels are stamped "LAMINATED STEEL" and "BELGIUM" with the left barrel spuriously stamped "WF&CO EX" under the forearm. Contact Us. The wood is very pretty and sound and the stock. SMITH, Belgian Richards Double Barrel Shotgun. Joined: Oct 2009 . This can be shipped directly to you. The third was the Belgian hardware store guns. The lock is nicely engraved with a couple of game scenes and. The hammers both function and strike with trigger movement as they should. 12 gauge 30'' Damascus, W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. It features laminate damascus steel barrel, double hammer, double triggers, engraved receiver, checkered wood furniture, slip on rubber butt pad, and leather sling. https://www.westleyrichards.com/services/gun-histories Rick - Go to the Shotgun Forum and type "W. Richards" into the search window. The side lever preceded the top lever. & IM), W. RICHARDS DOUBLE BARREL HAMMERLESS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY MATCHED PAIR DROPLOCK SHOTGUNS 28 BARRELS, WESTLEY RICHARDS 12GA 30 F/F EJECTOR BARRELS BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR LIVE PIGEON GUN, ORIGINAL CONDITION WESTLEY RICHARDS 12GA BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWL GUN 28 M/F 2 3/4 BARRELS, ATTRACTIVE WESLEY RICHARDS 6-GAUGE PERCUSSION SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN, Westley Richards Gold Name boxlock with nitro proofed 30" Damascus barrels, W. Richards of Liverpool 12 Bore Sidelock Ejector with Excellent Game Scene and Scroll Engraving Highly Figured Stock, Westley Richards 12 Gauge Double Hammerless, Cased. You can get a market value on your W. Richards shotgun from www.bluebookinc.comHave the gun handy as they have a form to fill out with some very specific questions. Description, W. Richards Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun. 14 LOP. Extractors. Good overall condition. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. Westley Richards - Drop Lock, SxS, 98% Case Colored, Pre-War, 20ga. Barrel is 27". I'm really looking forward to next Fall in Minnesota to see how it does on those yummy little ruffies. Barrel is 20" L and gun is 47" L overall. Belgium, F. A. Crescent Co. Double-barrel 12-gauge. The British Shooting Show 2023 - Calling for Apprentices! Double triggers. All Rights Reserved. Side lever barrel latch. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. (Zambia), my friend has a Westley Richards in 425 magnum. MAKE OFFER. Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns. Westley Richards & Co. uses cookies to optimise your experience on this site. W. Richards Shotgun. Good. All serial numbers match. Buy Antique W Richards 12ga SxS Shotgun PENNY AUCTION : GunBroker is the largest seller of Antique Guns Collectible Firearms All: 974152135 . Parker Brothers - One of the most famous shotgun manufacturers started making double barrel shotguns in 1868. 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. Make the days count. Richards, Westley Richards 12-bore black powder proof, *SCARCE CASED PURDEY DBL BBL SHOTGUN 2-BBL, IMPORTED REMINGTON DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION, *SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE, Army & Navy 12-bore SxS sidelock non-ejector, *H&R Topper Jr. Classic 410 Single Shot Shotgun If you try putting in just the number it may work, if not send me the full number at the contact email and I will let you know when it was made, the office is closed now and I am afraid I will forget! I have included some pictures - if you can help ID the markings - that would be wonderful. We specialize in Retrofitting antique American Rope beds to fit modern sizing as well as heirloom quality reproductions. I'd tidied it up, it was tight and shot well but I hankered after a fine english gun. Our collection database is a work in progress. restrictions refer to: http://www.copyright.gov/laws/ - doublegunshop.com will not monitor nor will they be held liable for copyright violations presented on the BBS which is an open and un-moderated public forum. Double barrel shotgun "W. Richards, London", *HARRINGTON & RICHARDS SINGLE-SHOT SHOTGUN, A 12 gauge gold-inlaid Belgian Browning American, Two Double-Barrel Shotguns W. Richards 12, DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN. Description Serial # 01610. Description Cal/GA: W. Richards Shotgun. The highest quality, and the one the other two used that name for marketing was , Westley Richards. There are a few markings on it, saying "W. Richards" on both sides. Is your gun as svelte as this one? Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. And these are known to the older residents of this board as a. The wood is good with some minor dings and gouges and worn checkering with a large chip repaired at the toe. 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. Description W. Richards Underlever Shotgun. MAKE OFFER. A little trivia. The serial number is 42752. Includes original leather motor case. Overall length is 43". 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. I was told today that this is from a riffle that was produced with interchangeable barrels, please advise and the approximate value, as I would like to dispose of the weapon. Length of pull: 13 - inches. Any help would be appreciated. Lock and barrel are unmarked. Description W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. Original wood and horn plates, 14, This double barrel/double trigger shotgun was built between 1866 and 1871. It shows your abality, There has been no comment from you on this post. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The W. Richards shown has a "top lever" barrel release latch where yours has a "side lever" barrel release latch. 1 gun of a pair that was made in 1906. "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22. The serial number is 35561 660 Vermeer CourtPonderay, ID 83852United States. I have a shotgun and have been reading the previous posts on these W. Richards double barrel guns. W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, Re: W. Richards Marked Shotgun, trying to identify age, http://coveyandnye.com/purveyor-of-fine-ards-best-grade, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.5. It has 30 barrels with excellent bright and shiny bores and a very good crisp and tight lock up. Lever to right of center. Simon, Lliam Coombs on October 2, 2015 at 1:49 pm, Hello i have a very old looking westley richards side by side, the only numbers on it are B4423 which is located on the rearward part of the trigger guard behind the loop and on the extractor between the barrels the other number is 1019 which can be found on the receiver underneath the barrels, there are symbols of crowns with swords crossed on either side of the number and the word patent, any idea which is the actual serial number of this shotgun and if it is of any value? Brand: W. RICHARD Caliber: 12 Gauge Item #: 943839840 SKU: BELGUIM Stock No. 2.5" W at the breach and 1.5" at the tip of the barrel. (1) W. Richards, 2174 - Richards 20 GA Shotgun True Droplock ga.Shotgun True Droplock ga.Shotgun 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. WESTLEY RICHARDS DELUXE DROP LOCK SXS 2 BARREL SET 12 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST SXS SIDELOCK SHOTGUN, 12 GAUGE, TWO BARREL SET, CASED PAIR OF WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUNS, WESTLEY RICHARDS GOLD LETTER DROP LOCK 12 GAUGE, ANTIQUE WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR 16GA 28 1/4 BARRELS 2 3/4 CHAMBERS MILLER SINGLE TRIGGER STUNNING WOOD GREAT GAME/CLAYS SXS, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROPLOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, WESTLEY RICHARDS BEST DROP LOCK SXS 20 GAUGE, Westley Richards on there early action, one of the first hammerless boxlocks and she still works great! Bottom of frame marked: Prop.Platte Co. [no provenance]. Site powered by. A PERCUSSION SHOTGUN by Westley Richards. Description, W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. 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. I have always admired these gold name guns as they display the Westley quality and patent top lever extra bite but also ha, Handsome W. Richards of Preston & Liverpool lightweight sidelock ejector made in 1948 with fabulous game scene and scroll engraving. 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. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to the use of these cookies. One of the last ones to be made by hand. One gun weighs 8 pounds. Here's what a real W. Richards of London & Liverpool gun looks like: The posts above reminded me of something an old, sadly deceased shooting friend once said to me, I had a well used 30 Belgian boxlock , my first shotgun. The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Shotgun 30" barrels (Fixed Mod & IM) Was used as a trade gun years ago!! Problem is a 425 round does not bed in to a lock and load ready to fire position. The shotgun has a mottled brown/gray patina with scattered scratches and dings. Many Thanks for visiting. Lockes marked: W. Richards. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure. I'm selling a W. Richards Double Barrel Side by Side 12 gauge shot gun, serial number 35517, what you see is what you get. Thanking you in advance for your assistance, Simon Clode on December 1, 2016 at 6:05 am. It has 30 barrels with 2 7/8" chambers , chokes M/F nice thick barrels and excellent bright and shiny bore, Westley Richards 12Ga Manufactured in 1888 Includes Orginal Leather Bound Case Please add $70.00 for shipping IF paying with a credit card there is a 2.5% fee We do not sell or ship to CA, NY, SN# 011XX 28" SOLID RIB BARRELS (.018 AND .029 CONSTRICTIONS) 2 3/4" CHAMBERS NP 1 1/4 OZ SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER EJECTORS SPLINTER FOREARM PISTOL GRIP CHECKERED BUTT GREAT. Double Guns, Double barreled shotguns, SxS, Side-by-side, and Over & Under O&U, Drillings, Combination guns, Double rifles, Hunting Guns, Cape guns, Game guns. Thanks guys, to be clear by "refurbishing" I meant taking it to one of the few gunsmiths that specialize in vintage double guns, certainly not me doing it. Looking at the proof marks I think I can identify a Birmingham proof mark on the barrel under the handguard. In my research, it seems that if it is not spelled out completely, it may not be a real Westley Richards, but instead a cheaper knock off. While there are certainly many decent Belgian guns out there, I'm not aware of how one goes about identifying much about them. A Westley and Richards 12 bore double barrel A Westley and Richards 12 bore double barrel hammer shot gun, side locks engraved, chequered walnut stock, wooden ram rod, serial No GT 5521, 30in barrels, MAKE OFFER. The lock plates are marked "W. RICHARDS" and feature floral scroll engraving and an engraved game bird on each lock plate. Steve Helsley. This is a Westley Richards 10gauge Anson & Deeley Hammerless Gun. The majority of marks will be found on the barrel flats, though early guns may have stamps on the tubes, under the forend. Breech release lever swings out to open action, secondary metal lever releases barrel from receiver. This is pre 1899 so is considered antique arms and armor and no permit is needed. GREAT grain on stock. I did get to use her on wild Bobwhite near Campo, Colorado this Fall and she did her part. Thank you. It's as narrow across the bar as a 2-inch twelve (which I understand to be mostly built on 20-gauge frames). DD on barrel lug. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. Very heavy breech and heavy half stock butt with checkered wrist. Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Serial no. W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . Constitution Avenue, NW LAYAWAY AVAILABLE, 25% DOWN (10% NON REFUNDABLE), 3 MONTHS TO PAY IT OFF. Numbers on breech indicate it wasconverted to centerfirein 1925 or 1926 and the Armaf barrel chambered for. If you need to request an image for publication or other use, please visit Rights and Reproductions. Actually tight on face and in proof. Thanks for the help everybody, knew it wasn't a Westley but hoped it might have been a lower grade William. The engraving extends to the underside of the action, forearm hardware, trigger guard, upper and lower tangs, break lever and hammers. Condition is good. 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. JavaScript is disabled. Barrel rib marked laminated steel. There are three (that I know of) "Richards" shotguns. They are actually quite common and usually go for beteen $150 -$200 at auction.They were a good quality shotgun. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun 226 Williams Ln. Barrel length: 30 inches. The Maharaja of Patiala - Sportsman and Statesman, WESTLEY RICHARDS GUN & RIFLE SERIAL NUMBERS. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". The barrels have been shortened, likely a Wells Fargo modification. Washington, D.C. Email powered by MailChimp (Privacy Policy & Terms of Use), International Media Interoperability Framework. To the best of my knowledge I believe the late Russ Ruple coined this phrase. 26" Barrels Choked IC/M. Chamber length: 2 - 1/2 inches. Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. Westley Richards Anson and Deeley Box Lock 12Ga, WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK EJECTOR 12 GAUGE PAIR SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUNS, Amazing condition Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in 20 GA. with 28" barrels and single trigger! Wells Fargo Style Marked W. Richards & Co. Website by Hudson. 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. Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Page 1 of 3 1 2 3 Page 1 of 3 Hop To Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel, Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun. I have one in 12 gage,purched from the Hudson Bay Co. $1,500.00 Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. This pair of guns are very close in detail and will be described as one. Description, English 12-gauge double barrel percussion, W. Richards Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun, Richards London Antique Percussion ''Wallhanger''. My little 16 has a horn plate on the butt as well, but she was made in Preston, not Belgium. Engraving on lock and hamer are faint. The bores are bright and shiny. 26" Barrels Choked M/F. All Rights Reserved. Back action hammer locks marked: W. Richards. Great conversation piece above your fireplace! For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. 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. They can supply authenticity certificates for a small price but will also help out over the phone or email.