This is a black powder side by side 10 gauge shotgun manufactured in Leige, Belgium for The National Arms Company. The shotgun has an overall length of 48 1/4", with barrel lengths of 32". The barrels, lockplates, trigger guard and butt plate all have a matching dark patina. The exterior of the barrels have a smooth, dark appearance. The rib between the barrels is stamped "LAMINATED STEEL". The bores are moderately bright and have no rust or pitting present. A small brass bead sight is located 1/4" behind the muzzles on the barrel rib. There is no on the gun anywhere. The bottom side of the barrels are stamped near the breech with Belgian proof marks, the serial number 33264, T, 10 and a host of others! The lockplates are also have a very smooth appearance with the name National Arms Co. engraved behind the hammers. The mechanics of both locks function fine. The oak stock is in good condition, and shows evidence of honest in the wrist area. The wrist is checkered, and the checkering is still very crisp. This is a very nice example of a breech loading black powder shotgun from the late 1800's.

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