Description:
Fox AE Grade 20 Gauge Side-by-Side
EARLY A ENGRAVING, FACTORY FIGURED WOOD !
General Specs: Fox, Year 1912, 20 Gauge, 5lbs 15oz, SxS
Serial Number: 200121
Ansley H. Fox came out with what most believe to be the best proportioned 20ga. gun made in America late in 1912 when they announced the availability of their new 16 and 20 gauge guns, both made on a 20 gauge frame. The first full year of production was 1913 and the serial number range began at 200,000. The early A Grade pattern was a simple scroll pattern in English style. The first hundred or so small bore graded Fox guns got early A style engraving, and then came William Gough in 1913 and changed it all to the more familiar deep vine and foliate Late A Grade engraving. This gun, sn200121 made in 1913 is one of a small handful of 20ga. A Grade Fox guns you will ever see with early A engraving. Most Fox enthusiasts are aware that the early guns seemed to be made with a little more care than the later guns, with smooth polished parts, a little nicer wood, and a better fit and finish in general than the later guns. You will notice these features on this gun, weighing 5lbs. 15oz. and balanced perfectly with its hard to find 30" Chromox #3wt barrels, FACTORY SPECIAL ORDER EUROPEAN walnut, and excellent checkering and wood to metal fit. When you pick it up it nearly floats in your hands and you can’t help but to get a smile on your face. It is a very special Fox. THIS IS A VFI CERTIFIED GUN, meaning it has been stripped, cleaned, inspected, lubricated, and reassembled and carries a 90-day shooting warranty, ready for another several decades of use with no issues. This little Fox retains 75% original vivid case color and 90% original blue, untouched in the last 104 years. Even the screws are perfect, and the ejectors and mechanics are strong. Everything is tight as new. For the Fox enthusiast finding an early A Grade small bore is a rare chance to add a fine little 20ga. to their collection. For the avid upland game chaser/target crusher that loves the romance of the vintage side by side, this is a nicely balanced, lightweight, well-made gun that will appreciate in value as you enjoy its use. How many 20ga. ejector guns have you seen that weigh under 6lbs. with 30” barrels? Thanks for looking and don’t hesitate, as this gun will go fast.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 30" #3wt******
Chokes: .020/.020 F/F******
Bores: excellent******
Bore Diameter: .610/.611******
Wall Thickness: .o30/.031******
% Blue: 85% factory******
Chambers: 2 7/8" ******
Ribs: tight******
Sights: double, ivory******
Action
Action: tight******
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors******
Case Color: 75% factory******
Screws: perfect******
Engraving: early style clear******
Trigger Type: double, crisp******
Trigger Guard Color: 60% factory******
Stock
Type: 1/2 round pistol grip/splinter forend; nice French******
LOP: 14 1/8"******
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 7/8"******
DAH: 2 5/8"******
DAC: 1 1/2"******
Cast: 3/16"H, 1/4"T off******
Checkering Condition: excellent, Factory******
Butt Treatment: factory 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:
Fox
Model:
200121
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted: Yes.
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 $65.00 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.
