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Where can you find information on a victor ejector 12 gauge shot gun from crescent fire arms might have come from?

There was no Victor Ejector gun company. Your gun is known as a "Trade Brand Name" shotgun. A "Trade Brand Name" shotgun is one that was made by a major gun maker (and before 1940) for and was sold by a wholesale sporting goods dealer, a retail chain store, or an independent seller who chose the name to go on the gun. Guns with the name VICTOR EJECTOR were made by the Crescent Firearms Company of Norwich, CT (1892 to 1930+) for and were sold at wholesale by the H & D Folsom Company of New York City a large wholesale, retail, jobber and distributor of guns and sporting goods. The records of Crescent Firearms were destroyed in a scrap paper drive in 1943 during World War Two. H & D Folsom owned Crescent Fire Arms from 1893 to 1930 and what ever Folsom wanted, Crescent made. And what they wanted was a lot of inexpensive (read cheap) shotguns fast. Folsom also owned the name American Gun Co. The shotguns sold new for between $15 and $25 and hasn't appreciated much over the years. The current value will depend on the guns condition, the amount of original finish remaining on the metal and wood as well as the mechanical condition. Most of these guns in excellent condition will bring between $50 and $75.

How do I tell what gauge a Springfield arms double barrel shotgun is?

as your looking down the gun, the gauge should be stamped on the left barrel back by the stock.

When was LC Smith Hunter Arms SN 108 138 manufactured?

Their website has a process for you to date your firearm, look under FAQ's.

What is the value of a Beretta Mavi Gardone companion 28 gauge shotgun with a 28 inch barrel scroll work and checkered stock and grip in excellent condition?

The Companion should be a single shot "folding" shotgun without an exposed hammer. It was probably the least expensive Beretta shotgun made and retailed (at least in the 1970s) for around $150. Most common were 12 gauge and 20 gauge models, but 28s and 410s are around too. This is the same gun as the model FS-1.

What is the info on Bellmore 12 gauge double barrel?

Bellmore is a brand name used by the Crescent Gun Company.

Crescent operated from 1893 to 1930. There doesn't seem to be any source to pinpoint dates of manufacture by serial numbers.

Crescent was a subsidiary of H&D Folsom Sporting Goods, New York. Many of their products were sold through Folsom's retail outlets, but Folsom was also a large wholesale dealer and many Crescent guns were marked with the names or trademarks of other retail chains and even independent hardware stores.

They sold a million utility shotguns that were "branded" by hardware stores and the like. Typical value is $85 to $250.

AH Fox Sterlingworth Serial number 63655.12 gauge double barrel Sterlingworth fluid compressed steel Philadelphia Age and value?

"According to a list I have, your gun was made in 1928. Its very hard to predict what it might be worth. I would go to gunbroker.com and look up Fox Sterlingworths. They usually have any number up for bids and you can look for one similar to yours to get an idea of what they are going for. Don't worry about early bid prices. The auctions usually close up in the last hour or so." Quotation from shooting sportsman forums.

What is the value of a 1940's Ithaca 16 gauge shotgun?

My husband has an Ithaca 16 gage pump deerslayer shotgun that is over 50 yrs old is very good condition with both barrels what is it worth today?

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If you write in this part, your question goes to the "already answered" bucket- caught it by chance.

There are multiple versions of the Ithaca Deerslayer, and prices will vary to some degree, depending on EXACT model and EXACT condition. For an average Deerslayer, value could run from $200-$300.

What is the value of a 1901 WH Davenport 12 gauge shotgun?

$65.00 in Ex. condition by the blue book of gun values. Most of these 100 yr. old guns were made for 5,000 psi powders. Modern shells are 10.000 psi chamber pressure. Most are also used up and out of face. If fired with modern ammo the risk is spontaneous dissemble in your face ( the voice of experience here). Bill