Description:
*All specs are in order of smallest barrel to largest
General Specs: Fox, Year 1921, 28/30/32 Gauge, 5 lbs 13oz; 6lbs 6oz; 6lbs 10oz;, SxS
Serial Number: 356589
Many knowledgeable double gunners, including the late Michael McIntosh, believe that Ansley H. Fox produced the finest proportioned 16ga. boxlock in America creating an extremely lightweight, well-balanced gun. Simplicity, reliability, strength and petite dimensions created on a 20ga. frame. It makes sense that custom gun makers would choose the Fox action and barrels as their basis for building a BEST BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN. We see them on Gunsinternational from time to time, with most being rather mediocre in execution and features. Some are fantastic works of art, like many from Tony Galazan and his Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Co. that often exceed the $40,000 mark in price. Here we have a well thought out masterpiece in this custom Fox, with 3 sets of barrels, 2 splinter forends, one beavertail forend, and 28”, 30”, and rare 32” barrels, all cased in an oak and leather case with a French fit interior. The level of craftsmanship and gunmaker’s art is unsurpassable. Engraved by Christian DeCamillis of Traverse City Michigan in a deep-relief vine style scroll with shaded background, pierced top lever, pierced trigger guard bow, barrel wedges engraved, and matching engraved heel and toe plates, the softly stated elegance is stunning. This firearm incorporates all of the features of a BEST GUN, INCLUDING SCULPTED ACTION BACK, DOUBLE BEADED FENCES (think Parker AAHE), REBATED FRAME, HAND FILED SCULPTED BOLSTERS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE ACTION, AND THE FRAME FILED TO FIT THE ROUNDS OF THE BARRELS LIKE THE FOX XE. The wood on this gun is EXHIBITION TURKISH WALNUT WITH FLOR-DE-LIS CARVINGS, RIBBON BANDS, AND AN EXTRA LONG FOREARM WOOD WITH AN EBONY SCHNABLE FOREND TIP. THE BUTT IS FINISHED OFF WITH BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED SCALLOPED HEEL AND TOE PLATES. The 28” and 30” set of barrels have a snap-on forend like the early graded Fox guns, and the 32” set has both a long splinter forend and a finely shaped beavertail forend, all matching checkering, of course. The mechanics are superb with everything tight as new and well-tuned for serious shooting. The chokes run a range that makes this gun appropriate for all your field sports and clay target games. With a 15 ¼” LOP and 2 3/8” x 1 3/8” drops, ¼” cast off, this gun will work out for modern shooters. Search Christian DeCamillis, engraver, and you will find he is one of America’s very finest living today, having studied abroad under the likes of Ken Hunt of Great Britain, Phillipe Griffnee of Belgium, the house of Creative Art, and the famous Botega Giovanelli in Italy. THIS IS THE FINEST PEDIGREE IN THE GUNMAKER’S WORLD OF ART! Please study the photographs and see this amazing creation. Thanks for looking…ENJOY!
Barrel Length: 28; 30; 32-#2wt
Chokes: .003/.007 ; .007/.015 ; .009/.017
Bores: excellent All
Bore Diameter: .674/.675 ; .671/.670 ; .675 both
Wall Thickness: .026 both ; .022/.027 ; .028/.030
% Blue: 100%
Chambers: 2 3/4" ; 2 3/4" ; 3"
Ribs: tight
Sights: single
Action: tight, right of center
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed
Case Color: 99%
Screws: perfect
Engraving: deep relief vine scroll; Chris DeCamillis
Trigger Type: double
Trigger Guard Color: 99%
Type: 1/2 round/splinter forend/beavertail/extra splinter
LOP: 15 1/4"
LOP To End Of Wood: 15 1/4"
DAH: 2 3/8"
DAC: 1 3/8"
Cast: 1/4" off
Checkering Condition: 28 line per inch; ribbons/flordelis
Butt Treatment: heel toe plates engraved
There are more photos upon request. There is a 30 day mechanical warranty on this gun. Call us for full details.
Call to purchase #. If you have questions please call or email us, Thanks! Vintage Firearms, Inc.
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Brand:
Fox
Model:
356589
Caliber:
16 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted: Yes.
Shipping Notes: Payment Methods Credit Card, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.Inspection Period / Return Policy Three Days from the date the item was received.Sales Tax 6% Michigan OnlyShipping & Insurance Ground 150.00 We ship internationallyItem Condition UsedRequires 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.
