Shotguns

About the only place would be an antiques auction, or a high-end custom gunmaker could make one to order.

8 gauge was never a common shotgun, and today is virtually nonexistent. The switch to smokeless powder and the demise of commercial hunting pretty much did away with all gauges over 12.

call 850-742-0288 Don has an Old W. Moore with Hammers.

I'm no expert, but I believe that Mears shotguns, at least some of them, are Belgian made. One I am familiar with has Damascus-twist barrels and exposed hammers. They are representative of a type that was sold during the first part of the 20th (and latter part of the 19th) century. They were mainly mass produced by a number of European firms for export. Unless they have special features or have a documented noteworthy history (owned by a famous person, used in a historical event, etc.) they are classified as "wall hangers". That is, they look cool over the fireplace (although I wouldn't recommend displaying an unsecured firearm), or are just interesting artifacts. Naturally, they are priceless if owned by an ancestor or have family ties. Like any old gun, they shouldn't be fired with modern ammunition (or fired at all) until checked by a qualified gunsmith. This is especially true if they have Damascus barrels. That can be determined by markings on the barrels, or if the barrels display a swirly, ormamental texture in the metal. Most were designed to fire blackpowder ammunition which has a much lower pressure that modern smokeless ammunition. Take this for what it's worth. There are always exceptions. In general though, these guns have little collector and utilitarian value. Again, this is just the opinion of an amateur firearms collector. Good luck in your research. Joe

16 gauge arm shotgun made in palmetto c. o. Philadelphia Pa

The difference between rimfire and centerfire rifles would be the type of cartridge they use.

Rimfire cartridges are an older design. In a rimfire cartridge, the priming compound (impact-sensitive substance that produces the spark to ignite the gunpowder) is located inside the hollow rim of the cartridge case. The firing pin crushes the rim against the chamber mouth to fire the cartridge.

In a centerfire cartridge, the priming compound is located inside a small metal cup called a primer, which is made separate from the casing. The cup is inserted into a hole in the center of the base of the cartridge. The firing pin strikes the primer crushing it against an internal anvil to produce the spark.

Rimfire cases are made of soft brass so that the firing pin can crush the rim. However, this makes them unsuitable for higher chamber pressures. Centerfire cartridge brass is much harder, because only the primer cup needs to be soft.

With the switch from black powder to smokeless powder, higher chamber pressures became commonplace and rimfire cartridges became largely obsolete.

The most common rimfire cartridge in use today is .22LR, popular for target shooting and pest control. Due to low cost and low recoil it is probably the most popular cartridge in the world.

300-500 USD

Lanber 2087's are being sold as of 9/22/07 by www.cdnninvestments.com (then downloard the catalog) in catalog 2007-5 for $599.00 retail.

They have sold 2085's in the past, you might give them a call.

Commentary: I own a Lanber Model 87 and it is a terrific gun for the money. Beyond the measure of money it is still a very nice gun. Spanish manufacture and CDNN claims they are the OEM for some Weatherby Shotguns....

Hope that helps. Mike

No published sn data

This rifle was manufactured in 1975. Its value will depend on condition, but won't exeed about $300.

about a hundred and a half.

Each shotgun will perform a little differently but as a rule the answer is "yes" and in theory the result should be a little tighter pattern than with a larger choke at the same distance. However, one caveat to that answer is that the tighter choke may in some cases cause sufficient deformity of the lead pellets so as to disturb their flight enough to enlarge or distort the pattern, especially at longer distances.

If the barrrell is the pre-war chrome plated version, it is worth no more than $500. However, if the date precedes 1842, or if the froont sight dovetail is 5/32 in height, then the barrel is of the highly-sought after Nepalese manufacture, and its value is conservatively put at around $35,000. Hope this info was helpful!!

Brothers Merkel have been making guns in Suhl since 1898. The current importer is GSI Firearms - see related link.

Cornell Firearms Company was a trade name used by Hopkins and Allen Arms Company on hammerless shotguns. They made these shotguns from 1902 to 1916.

50-350 usd

Depending on the source, Crescent Fire Arms Co. of Norwich, Connecticut was founded in 1888 or 1892. They produced firearms until 1932 when they were purchased by J. Stevens. Crescent merged with N R Davis and H&D Folsum and became Crescent-Davis. Sources vary on the date of the merger, one saying about 1900 and the other 1930. One would deduce that your shotgun was made between 1900 and 1930. You can do an internet search for the Guns of Norwich Historical Society and get their contact information. I found it at norwichct.org/content/155/159/default.aspx You can also contact the Reference Desk at the Otis Library at 860.889.2365. Both should be able to help you.

Model 83: 1936-1938

Apparently there were more than one grade of these guns manufactured. Gold triggers and intricate engraving are clues to this. Planer versions in decent (usable) shape can be found for a couple hundred bucks. The fancy ones can be worth up to $800 or so.

The Mark II was made between 1966-1980 then came adjustable power made between 1981-1986. It's current value is Apx: 100%=$135, 90%=$85, 60%=$50

$300.00

while i am not sure of the exact value, and of course it will vary depending on the condition of the firearm, the approximate value is anywhere from $150-$250, again, depending on condition

$200 up to $1000 depending on condition. This is an "American Browning" made by Remington for Browning. Your serial number is not correct. This serial number is on the left side of the frame and should be above the number C-5000

Gibraltar was a trade name used by Sears Roebuck for utility shotguns made by Meriden Arms of Meriden, Connecticut or by Stevens in Chicoppe Falls, Massachusetts. It was probably made in the 1930s. Depending on condition, value is around $65. No major collector interest, value is as a shooter.

300.00

Purchased mine in 1968 $220.00 Sold 1974 $185.00 Best guess 2007 $650.00-$700.00 (or what you can get for it)

The first of the over under shotguns appeared in the 1830s. One of the main advantages of the over under design is less recoil on firing.