Description:
Fox Sterlingworth 20 Gauge SxS Shotgun
PHILLY GUN, GOOD DIMENSIONS, 28"
General Specs: A.H. Fox, Year 1925, 20 Gauge, 5lb 14oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: 257675
Most will agree the Fox Sterlingworth 20ga. is the best value for a fine small gauge vintage American double in today's marketplace bate. Built on a tiny 20ga. frame, therefore lighter than like guns from Parker, L.C. Smith, or Ithaca, dynamically balanced and this one weighing just 5lbs. 14oz., the Sterlingworth is still an affordable field and clays gun with the handling and shooting characteristics of a much more expensive gun. This particular Sterlingworth sn257675 is a Philly gun built with great care for wood to metal fit, checkering, and overall fit and finish. The gun has seen use over the 89 years it has done its job, but has been well cared for, with no cracks or repairs, mirror bores, perfect screws, and the original butt plate. Priced affordably, it is a great bird or clays gun for your rainy days or rough terrain and will function flawlessly as you enjoy carrying a piece of American history. Most Sterlingworths have excessive drop at heel and comb, but this one is quite reasonable and shootable for most average American shooters. If you like a "pretty gun" this one is a perfect candidate for a full restoration, as it is all in great condition wood and metal wise. Of course, that can be done through our shop for as little as $1200 added cost even with Turnbull case colors.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 28"****
Chokes: .036/.038****
Bores: mirror****
Bore Diameter: .620/.619****
Wall Thickness: .037/.035****
% Blue: 92%****
Chambers: 2 1/2"****
Ribs: tight****
Sights: single****
Action
Action: tight, way right of center****
Ejectors or Extractors: extractors****
Case Color: 20% patina'd****
Screws: perfect****
Engraving: clear****
Trigger Type: double, crisp****
Trigger Guard Color: 35% brown****
Stock
Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend****
LOP: 14"****
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 3/4"****
DAH: 2 3/4"****
DAC: 1 5/8"****
Cast: 0****
Checkering Condition: excellent, flat****
Butt Treatment: plate****
Other
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. 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!
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
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted:
Shipping Notes: Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer ****
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.****
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only ****
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $45.00 We ship internationally! ****
Item Condition: Used ****
Requires FFL?: Yes****
LET ME SELL YOUR GUNS!!! As you can see, I do a thorough job, am nationally known, and have hundreds of existing customers looking for your gun! Federally licensed dealer of Classic American Doubles, i.e. Fox, Parker, Ithaca, L.C. Smith, Lefever. Guns must be shipped to licensed dealer. Layaways accepted. No returns on layaways. I BUY SHOTGUNS, COLLECTIONS OR ONE AT A TIME.
