Yes.
Berkshire shotguns were manufactured by Meriden Firearms Co, Andrew Fyrberg Mfg Co, and Crescent Fire Arms for Shapleigh Hardware Co of St Louis and Sears Roebuck.
If you are asking about a Smith and Weson handgun in .40s&w caliber,then no these firearms do not have a damascus,or twist steel barrel.This type of barrel was only found on shotguns made from the time period of 1880-1910.
Belknap Hardware- along with many others, sold shotguns made under their name by Crescent Firearms.
In 1888, george w. cilley bought out the defunct Bacon Arms Co of Norwich, Conn. He then formed an alliance with Frank Foster and borrowed money to form the Crescent Firearms Co. Cilley and Foster held several firearms patents and both were highly qualified in firearms design and manufacture. They started with single barrel shotguns. Double barrels shotguns production in 1891. Crescent firearms was best known as 'house' brand firearms. About one hundred names have been attributed to guns known or believed to have been made by crescent. Stevens Arms Co. acquired the business in 1931. Many shotguns that do not seem to have a known maker were probably made by Crescent......................
Chances are that your forehand double barrel was made by Crescent Firearms Co.These shotguns will bring between 50-150 dollars depending on condition,and a good set of bores.
Damascus is a type of steel used usually of older firearms and tools
1829 to 1869
The value of a Wilmot 12 gauge double barrel shotgun with a Damascus barrel can vary significantly based on its condition, historical significance, and market demand. Typically, such firearms can range from $500 to several thousand dollars, depending on factors like craftsmanship and provenance. For an accurate appraisal, it's recommended to consult a firearms expert or appraiser familiar with vintage shotguns.
The Newport 12 gauge single barrel model C was manufactured by the Crescent Fire Arms Company. Founded in the late 19th century, Crescent produced a variety of shotguns and rifles, primarily known for their affordable, reliable firearms. The Newport model was one of the many single-barrel shotguns they offered during their operation.
Crescent FireArms Company of Norwich, Connecticut manufactured good quality inexpensive single and double barrel shotguns at its Norwich works, beginning about 1892. The Crescent guns were offered in 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauges with Damascus twist laminated or Armory steel barrels depending on the shooter's wants. In 1898 it was said that these were the best American hammer guns in the market for the money. Huge quantities of these "Hardware Guns" were produced in a profusion of private brands as well as in the Folsom house brand "American Gun Co. of NY". Crescent sold the guns until they were bought by J. Stevens Arms Co., Division of Savage Arms Corp in about 1930. The Kingsland 10 Star was manufactured for Geller, Ward & Hasner of St. Louis, Mo. Steel barrel shotguns should be checked by a gunsmith prior to use. Damascus barrel shotguns should be permanently retired. The value of the firearm is principally decorative and priced accordingly. This information comes from the 2002 Standard Catalog of Firearms. Crescent FireArms Company of Norwich, Connecticut manufactured good quality inexpensive single and double barrel shotguns at its Norwich works, beginning about 1892. The Crescent guns were offered in 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauges with Damascus twist laminated or Armory steel barrels depending on the shooter's wants. In 1898 it was said that these were the best American hammer guns in the market for the money. Huge quantities of these "Hardware Guns" were produced in a profusion of private brands as well as in the Folsom house brand "American Gun Co. of NY". Crescent sold the guns until they were bought by J. Stevens Arms Co., Division of Savage Arms Corp in about 1930. The Kingsland 10 Star was manufactured for Geller, Ward & Hasner of St. Louis, Mo. Steel barrel shotguns should be checked by a gunsmith prior to use. Damascus barrel shotguns should be permanently retired. The value of the firearm is principally decorative and priced accordingly. This information comes from the 2002 Standard Catalog of Firearms.
Vulcan was a trade name used by the Edward K. Tryon Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. These guns were manufactured by Crescent Firearms c. 1893-1930.
Your shotgun was actually made by the crescent firearms company,and distributed by H&D Folsum Co.These shotguns are currently priced at between 140-240 dollars,whether they have a hammer or hammerless configuration,and whether they have a damascus,or steel barrels.These shotguns were made roughly between the years 1895-1925.