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. Washington, D.C. Email powered by MailChimp (Privacy Policy & Terms of Use), International Media Interoperability Framework. Overall length is 43". Excellent and bright barrels. Good overall condition. Chamber length: 2 - 1/2 inches. Shotgun is a side by side with side hammers, right barrel marked 17.2 with very small np. & IM), W. 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RICHARD Caliber: 12 Gauge Item #: 943839840 SKU: BELGUIM Stock No. She started life as one, but was reproved to 2 3/4 in the fairly recent past. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. Cased, westley richards london double barrel hammer shotgun, Westley Richards "Gold Name" 12ga Droplock Pair Cased, Original Westley Richards 12 guage Crab Knuckle Pinfire Conversion Arms stk #A229, Westley Richards composed pair of 12 gauge & 20 gauge with each gun having two sets of interchangable of barrels, "Westley Richards One-Trigger Detachable Drop Lock 12 Gauge (S10378), WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK 20- 28" EJECT "C" BOLTING THIRD BITE Bbls.- ABOUT 1909- GREAT WEIGHT at 5 Lbs. No collector value but fun to shoot with brass cased black powder loads. And these are known to the older residents of this board as a. The stock dimensions are great for many. It's the No. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE, 25% DOWN (10% NON REFUNDABLE), 3 MONTHS TO PAY IT OFF. Proofed at 2 and the chamber length remains 2 . Wells Fargo Style Marked W. Richards & Co. prior written consent of the Copyright holder. Extractors. Barrel length: 30 inches. Description Cal/GA: 12 gauge. If I type in the letters + number in it comes up with no results. The bores are bright and shiny. 28x2 5/8" NP s, Westley Richards Droplock Live Pigeon 12ga. Their shotguns were made in 12, 16, and 20 gauge. I believe the 14 stamped proof means 14 gauge. Best Grade Droplock in very good condition. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. 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. Then you had W. Richards of London, that would be a distant cousin of Westley named William Richards. I did get to use her on wild Bobwhite near Campo, Colorado this Fall and she did her part. Richards double barrel muzzleloading shotgun, 12 gauge. The third was the Belgian hardware store guns. 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. Original wood and horn plates, 14, This double barrel/double trigger shotgun was built between 1866 and 1871. The barrels are stamped on the solid rib "W. RICHARDS LONDON LAMINATED STEEL". Three Westley Richards Shotguns Currently for Sale at the U.S. Agency. $1,500.00 Engraved W. Richards & Co. Damascus double barrel hammer shotgun pre 1899, London. The highest quality, and the one the other two used that name for marketing was , Westley Richards. Wood is in nice condition with aged varnish turning dark. Simon, Andre Tait on December 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, Good day Featured Gun Classifieds Westley Richards Shotguns, Westley Richards "Heronshaw" Pair. overall: 118.5 cm; x 46 5/8 in barrel length: 76.4 cm; x 30 1/16 in overall, shotgun: 46 1/2 in x 2 5/8 in; 118.11 cm x 6.6675 cm ID Number 1988.0129.11 catalog number 1988.0129.11 accession number 1988.0129 serial number 1801 Credit Line Major Kenneth E. and Viola L. Harte See more items in Barrel rib marked laminated steel. Features nice shiny bright bores. WESTLEY RICHARDS 16GA 2 28 F/M SLEEVED BARRELS WITH 98% BLUE. Breech release lever swings out to open action, secondary metal lever releases barrel from receiver. Right barrel has lifted dent 12" from breech on +that c, Boxlocks - Built in 1906 this light 12g. Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination 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. Westley Richards Deluxe Droplock in very good condition - 20 GA. with 28" barrels! Because of the light weight and her very thin wrist (a diamond at that!) It does however also pre-date the chamber mark, so hard to say for sure what it was originally. W. Richards side-lever percussion shotgun 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. 26" Barrels Choked M/F. Westley Richards - Boxlock, SxS, 16ga. 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: Serial number 94. (1) W. Richards, 2174 - Richards 20 GA Shotgun Now, his several removed cousin (as I recall), William Richards, did, indeed, mark his guns "W. 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. W. Richards Shotgun. Gun History. Constitution Avenue, NW Makers - Darne, Merkel, Arrieta, Beretta, Browning, Holland, Purdey, Richards, Bernardelli, Parker, Fox, LC Smith, and most other double barreled shotgun, gun and double rifle makers. MAKE OFFER. 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 For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Chamber length: 2 - inches. If you need to request an image for publication or other use, please visit Rights and Reproductions. Eleven books, sporting titles: Russell Annabel, Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun. All Rights Reserved. Length of pull is 14 1/2 inches. Condition: Fair. DD on barrel lug. Condition: Fair. Sidelock. There are three (that I know of) "Richards" shotguns. Belgium, F. A. Crescent Co. Double-barrel 12-gauge. The' new' W. Richards have a website with a lot of information and history of the original firm and are very helpfull when asked about tracing a gun from the extensive records that they have. m/www/home GIhfguSXXQ http://sites.google.com/a/damascusknowl . African American History Curatorial Collective, Political and Military History: Armed Forces History, Military. Used W. Richards Side x Sid, 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, Westley Richards best quality droplock matched pair Gun #1 28" ejector barrels with concave rib 2 1/2" chambers 1 1/8oz nitro proof Chokes .020/.024 Bores .729/.729 Proofed, Westley Richards 12ga best quality boxlock ejector live pigeon gun 30" barrels with flat matted rib 2 3/4" 1 1/4oz proof Choked .036/.052 Bores .736/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wa, Westley Richards 12ga boxlock ejector wildfowl gun 28" barrels with matted rib 2 3/4" chambers with 1 1/4oz proof Choked .015/.033 Bores .735/.736 proofed at .729/.729 Minimum wal, 42 inch barrel. 14 LOP. Nigel Brown's three volume series on British Gunmakers makes the identification and dating of these W. Richards guns fairly simple. The 10 gauge weighs 9 pounds 4 ounces. Thanks Lliam, Paolo Vimercati on January 9, 2016 at 4:22 am, Dear Sir. 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. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Lever to right of center. 12 gauge, walnut stock with a checkered wrist and forestock, butt plate marked "PARKER/BROTHERS,. All Rights Reserved. Steve Helsley. )but I couldn't help but comment on your mention of owning and shooting a W. Richard's 16-bore. : 524797 Location: CA Trades Accepted: No Share: Shipping Notes: See Description **PLEASE SEE PICTURES** CALL ME*CALL ME*CALL ME TO COMPLETE TRANSACTION. These levers close to form the forearm, instead of traditional wood. Description Cal/GA: 12. Chamber length: 2 - 3/4 inches. All doubleguns & SxS double rifles at doublegunshop.com. The lock is nicely engraved with a couple of game scenes and. 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. Description Serial # 01610. I have a cased pare of " I think" horse percussion pistol, for they have a clip bracket on the side, They are In very good all round condition nicely engraved of estimate Cal 12bore, With the Serial no.585 on both pistols, can you please give me the date of manufacture and if you can an estimate value, I have a WR riffle in my possession, that has the serial number 39771 and is marked 425. Westley Richards boxlock with very nice nitro proofed Damascus 30" barrels and gun weighs only 6 lbs.! It is in great condition with most of it's original brown finish. A little trivia. Is your gun as svelte as this one? A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. While there are certainly many decent Belgian guns out there, I'm not aware of how one goes about identifying much about them. Remove the barrels from the action and take pictures of the rest of the proofs that should be on the barrel flats. Good. IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Perfect field gun! W. Richards Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun: W. Richards Double-barrel Shotgun: . Bottom of frame marked: Prop.Platte Co. [no provenance]. 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? Drop Lock, patented single, Westley Richards - Drop Lock SxS, 20ga. Mine is likely a little older based on the under-lever style action. Double triggers. The British Shooting Show 2023 - Calling for Apprentices! The shotgun has a mottled brown/gray patina with scattered scratches and dings. We specialize in Retrofitting antique American Rope beds to fit modern sizing as well as heirloom quality reproductions. Most double shotguns represented here. Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 866.686.7424 values4antiques price guide. The Maharaja of Patiala - Sportsman and Statesman, WESTLEY RICHARDS GUN & RIFLE SERIAL NUMBERS. True Droplock ga.Shotgun Joined: Oct 2009. I checked on your Gun History page by putting the number only and the rifle was made between 1950 -1954 Shotgun 30" barrels (Fixed Mod & IM) Was used as a trade gun years ago!! Leather-cased, LOT OF TWO DBL BBL SHOTGUNS. Note that Westley Richards never (I know, never say never) marked his guns other than "Westley Richards." Very nice condition overall with a couple areas on the stock that have minor flaws. Please 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. $320, 26" MOD AND FULL 2 3/4 SINGLE SELECT TRIGGER EJECTORS BEAVERTAIL FOREARM PISTOL GRIP NEW CONDITION IN MAKERS CASE 6LBS X 2 1/4 X 1 1/2 X 14 1/8 SWIVELS ADDED, 26" FULL AND FULL 2 1/2" CHAMBERS DOUBLE TRIGGER EJECTORS SPLINTER FOREARM PISTOL GRIP EXCELLENT CONDITION 5LBS 8 OZ X 2 3/4 X 1 3/4 X 14, Boxlocks - Very solid Westley which could be used as is or restored to new glory. 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. 226 Williams Ln. The action is good with some of the casehardening bright in the protected areas. Description: Antique "W. RICHARDS" SxS Percussion Shotgun. Receive our latest blog posts, complimentary delivery* on all future retail orders and 10% off your next purchase. Description W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. Posts: 516. 14 Oz.- ORIG SST- CASED- 90% E, Westley Richards 20 gauge deluxe grade boxlock ejector, drop-lock side by side shotgun, WESTLEY RICHARDS 12 TRADEMARK ANSON & DEELEY BOXLOCK- 30" MODERN SLEEVED Bbls. This one is made by the British W. Richards company and has Birmingham proofs on it. 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. . (1) W. Richards, An English hammer shotgun by W. Richards Forum. I have included some pictures - if you can help ID the markings - that would be wonderful. It features laminate damascus steel barrel, double hammer, double triggers, engraved receiver, checkered wood furniture, slip on rubber butt pad, and leather sling. I am not sure what the other marks reflect. Marked on the locks W. Richards one tree proofmark is right side up and(one mark is upside down) I have been told this is highly unusual and very rare!, top of the 30 inch Damascus barrels is marked Laminated Steel. 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 Son-of-a-gun.(no pun intended), I did not expect to see that! Joined: Oct 2009 . Boxlocks - Tight on face and field ready. Description, W. Richard Side Lever 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. Many Thanks for visiting. 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. Double gun shotguns - Side by Side shotguns, and over under shotguns - Including drillings, double barreled rifles, SxS double rifles, combination guns. JavaScript is disabled. A PERCUSSION SHOTGUN by Westley Richards. by MERRINGTON in 1993- VERY SOLID GUN- ORIG. Engraving on lock and hamer are faint. London. Buy Antique W Richards 12ga SxS Shotgun PENNY AUCTION : GunBroker is the largest seller of Antique Guns Collectible Firearms All: 974152135 . 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. 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. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. No, my gun is old and well used, and a sweetheart to shoot. 1 gun of a pair that was made in 1906. Stock has an old crack near wedge on left side. 2.5" W at the breach and 1.5" at the tip of the barrel. Buffalo Arms is closed on the Following Holidays so that our employees can spend time with their families: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and The Day After, Christmas Eve (Open until 12:00 p.m.), Christmas Day, New Years Eve Day (Open until 12:00 p.m.). Choose from the Americas (USD) or Global (GBP) websites to see content specific to your location and shop online. 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. (Zambia), my friend has a Westley Richards in 425 magnum. I'm really looking forward to next Fall in Minnesota to see how it does on those yummy little ruffies. Both are very high quality and engraved. They are actually quite common and usually go for beteen $150 -$200 at auction.They were a good quality shotgun. The proof marks you describe would seem to be Belgian marks so it could be difficult to trace the true manufacturer. Length of pull: 14 W. Richard Side Lever Shotgun. Simon, I would like to ask about the letters LT preceding the serial number on my 425 indicate. We require a photo ID from the . 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. VPNAVY #364256 04/15/14 01:31 PM. "Westley Richards 10 gauge double shotgun with damascus barrels and bar in wood. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Flash Hole & Primer Pocket Uniformers & Acc. All serial numbers match. FULL SCROLL ENGRAVED RECEIVER STRAIGHT GRIP WITH A 15 5/8 LOP OVER A PAD AND SPACER. barrels. Checkered walnut stocks. 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! This is an example from our. Right after the recent election, I decided that I wasn't going to leave any loose ends unaddressed concerning my personal battery of firearms and purchased a lovely little W. Richards 16 that had been sorely tempting me for something-like 6-months. This shotgun is pretty much a parts gun or wall hanger. I also have a W. Richards, Belgum shotgun. An 1886 job sheet from John P. Moore's Sons, New York lists "Clabrough's make, marked W. Richards, laminated steel barrels,". Scarce detachable drop lock model, expertly restored. 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. I have sent may queried but you have not time to answer it. Side by Side Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by W. Richards Unserialized. Thanks for the help everybody, knew it wasn't a Westley but hoped it might have been a lower grade William. 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 It may be possible to date the gun if any year code letters are present. "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22. There is a crack in the butt plate and it is missing the hammer on the left side. Westley Richards guns have Brand Value of 3/4 of Boss-H&H-Purdey-Woodward guns and W. Richards have 1/2. (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. Anyone know where I can find parts for a double barrel 12 gauge. RIAC believes that this website is accessible to the widest possible audience pursuant to the guidelines of the Americans with Disability Act. The W. Richards shown has a "top lever" barrel release latch where yours has a "side lever" barrel release latch. You must have JavaScript enabled in your browser to utilize the functionality of this website. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to the use of these cookies. Choke dimension: M. W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: W. Richards Side by Side 10 Gauge Shotgun: For bidding in this lot is a W. Richards, side by side shotgun, chambered in 10 Gauge. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation Barrel is 27". (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. The Belgian use of the "W. Richards" name must not be confused with either Westley or Williams products. I can't help, but give it a little bit, the pros will be along. 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.