Description:
Francotte Model 25E 12 Gauge Side-by-Side
ULTRA-LIGHT UPLAND GUN, 5LB. 13OZ., 1932, TOP NOTCH!
General Specs: Francotte, Year 1932, 12 Gauge, 5lbs 13oz, SxS
Serial Number: 87437
Auguste Francotte is world famous as a high-quality firearms maker from the gun making center of Leige, Belgium dating back as far as 1805. Still making fine shotguns with price tags starting at $18,000, Francotte is a brand recognized and used by heads of state, business tycoons, and in some cases, the fortunate "Average Joe". Search long and hard, you will not find another Auguste Francotte like this one. We see the Model 25E often enough in 12ga., 16ga., and 20ga. They are nicely built side by sides with a solid reputation for graceful looks and handling characteristics as well as rock solid dependability. But when have you seen a 12ga. field gun weighing less than a 20ga? This Francotte, sn87437 imported in 1932 by Von Longerke & Detmold New York, is a rare gun with 2 5/8” chambers and 26” SK/IM chokes, nicely stocked with European walnut, perfect checkering, 65% coverage engraving, strong well timed ejectors, just a great looking gun. Why an ultra-light 12ga you ask? Because of its larger bore diameter, a 2 ½” 12ga. will be much more deadly with a 1 ounce load than a 20ga. because it produces a much shorter shot string allowing it to put a much higher number of pellets on a crossing target than the same load in a 20 ga. Do the research and you will find the 12ga. load is far superior for your upland needs. And why would you want to carry a 6 1/2lb. 20ga. when the 12 does the job better and can be bought at bargain prices compared to 20ga. guns? Most all 12ga. guns made anywhere in the world will weigh well over 6 1/2lbs., so this is a true ULTRA-LIGHT 12 BORE, A VERY RARE FIND. You will not likely see another for decades to come. For those of you that recognize what you are looking at in this fine Francotte, don’t let this one get away. It has everything you want in an upland gun is a delight to carry over hill and dale at an amazing 5lbs. 13oz. Just in time for the upcoming grouse season, this gun is choked perfect for the coverts this fall. Thanks for looking.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 26"*****
Chokes: .004/.026 SK/IM*****
Bores: perfect mirror*****
Bore Diameter: .728/.729*****
Wall Thickness: .020/.019*****
% Blue: 98%*****
Chambers: 2 9/16" *****
Ribs: tight*****
Sights: single*****
Action
Action: tight*****
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed*****
Case Color: 30% faint*****
Screws: excellent*****
Engraving: 50% coverage fine scroll*****
Trigger Type: double, crisp*****
Trigger Guard Color: 90%*****
Stock
Type: 1/2 round pistol grip/splinter forend*****
LOP: 14 5/16"*****
LOP To End Of Wood: 14"*****
DAH: 2 1/2"*****
DAC: 1 5/16"*****
Cast: 1/4" off*****
Checkering Condition: excellent*****
Butt Treatment: horn butt plate*****
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. 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.
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Brand:
Francotte
Model:
87437
Caliber:
12 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 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.
