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I'm not sure exactly what you're asking here. Generally a shotgun with Damascus barrels (those showing a spiral pattern on the outside, since they were made from spiralling layers of metal) will have been made for black powder only. In their time, fine Damascus barrels were considered a superior option, but caution should be exercised shooting such guns now, and definitely only black powder should be used. If in doubt, get the gun checked by a qualified gunsmith.
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What is the value of Remington double barrel model 1900 12 gauge shot gun?
Steel or Damascus barrels?
What does Laminated Steel stamped on a shotgun barrel mean?
This was the method of making shotgun barrels in the 19th century. Strips of metal or wire were wound around a mandrell and hammer-welded. "Twist", "Stubb Twist" and "Damascus" are all types of laminated barrels. Although they were safe enough when made, if a gun has not been properly cared for in the intervening 100 years, they may have developed sub-surface rust spots which could cause them to fail. And modern shells are much more powerful than the black powder ammunition that was available in the 1890's, so a gun with laminated barrels should not be shot unless it has been checked by an experienced gunsmith, and then only with the loads appropriate for its construction.
How do you telll a damascus shoyun barrel?
You will notice many small lines,circular lines through the steel. Damascus is actually laminated steel which could accept the much lighter pressure made by black powder shot shells. If the fine lines are visible in an area where the steel is lightly worn, then the barrel is likely damascus. If the lines are not visible, it is possibly "fluid" steel, meaning that it's not damascus. Up until early in the 20th century, gun manufacturers attempted to duplicate the appearance of damascus on what were stronger barrels. In either case, do not shoot the gun until you have had a gunsmith check it out.
How much would a 1929 central arms 16 gauge be worth?
A "store brand" or "trade name" made by the Crescent Arms Co. of Norwich Conn. for the Shapleigh Hardware Company of St. Louis, MO. Crescent started about 1892. They offered inexpensive single and double barrels in 12, 16, 20, 28 and 44XL shot caliber. Barrels were either Damascus Twist laminated or Armory Steel Barrels. They do not have much value and are best relegated to "wall hanger" status unless checked out by a competent gunsmith. Prices range from 100-400.
Who made the new Worcester double barrel model a gauge with damascus barrels?
This 12 gauge has 26 inch barrels with a brass rifle shot for a site the serial# is 7989it is about 130 yrs. old the best we can figure out some one please help me.
Was the double bar shotguns before world war 2 welded and have damascus barrels?
Virtually all double barrel shot guns produced prior to World War 2 were soft soldered.
What can you tell me about my percussion double barrel shotgun that has London Laminated Steele between the barrels and W Richards in front of the left percussion trigger There is a brass shield?
I just purchased the same shot gun with a bird head handle.
When was a single shot 12 gauge by Delphian Arms made and what would be the value of it?
With only the name to go on, the stock answer is "about 1900" but it could have been made as late as the 1940's. Value will be $35 - $75 if it is a shooter with fluid steel barrels or about the same amount as a wall decoration if it has a large side hammer and damascus barrels.
You have a single shot crescent firearms shotgun marked No 15 what is the year of manufacture?
Can't be before 1892 or after 1931. If it is hammerless AND has fluid steel barrels, it is after 1903. Open hammers and/or damascus barrelled guns continued to be manufactured after that date also.
How is a Damascus barrel shot gun made?
A damascus barrel was made by winding thin strips or iron or steel around a mandrel. It is then heated to welding temperature (1500-2200 degrees, depending on alloy), and the end of the mandrel is struck on the ground. The compression forces weld the joints together. The mandrel was then removed and the inside of the barrel was then bored through to clean it up. This manufacturing technique was developed prior to the ability to drill holes of the necessary length for gun barrels. Generally speaking all damascus barrel shotguns are quite old and should not be shot unless first inspected by well qualified gunsmith. The ravages of time and the fact that black powder was hydroscopic could and did play hell with these old barrels
What rifle has interchangable barrels?
H&R and I believe Rossi have single shot rifles with interchangible barrels.
What is the value of a 1889 Parker Brothers 12 gauge double barrel shot gun serial 81739?
It depends on the grade,hammer or hammerless,damascus,condition of case colors and wood and blueing,etc.Also a bunch of other factors like engraving,length of barrels,how they are choked.I just put $1600 in a 1889 G grade hammer with damascus in good shape...Mike
