Riverside was a brand name used by Stevens for Montgomery Wards and other retailers. It was probably made soon after that patent date, but they still made some exposed hammer guns at least until 1940.
80 years plus or minus...
The Riverside Arms hammerless double barrel shotgun was produced during the early to mid-20th century, with many models made between the 1920s and 1940s. To determine its specific age, you'll need to check the serial number or any identifying marks, as these can help pinpoint the year of manufacture. If you have that information, I can assist you further in estimating its age.
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Numrich or one of the other online parts dealers should have one, but you will need the model number, or good photos of it, and the gauge.
The Riverside Arms single shot shotgun marked with "829BJ" is likely manufactured in the early to mid-20th century, as Riverside Arms was a brand associated with firearms produced during that time. Specific dating can be challenging without additional details, such as the serial number or design features. Generally, firearms from this era can range from the 1930s to the 1960s. For a precise age, consulting a firearms expert or reference guide specific to Riverside Arms would be beneficial.
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== == Acme Arms Company was a tradename used by the J. Stevens Arms and Tool Company on pistols and shotguns produced for the Cornwall Hardware Co. of New York. They had a double barrel 12 ga. with external hammers. The shotgun is worth anywhere from $75 to $350 depending on the condition.
1927
I own an old ,early 1900 or older 12 guage hanover arms shotgun,given to me in hanover,pa.It has outside hammer triggers and a twisted steel barrel
A double barrel Henry Arms shotgun marked with "Laminated Steel Belgium" likely dates back to the late 19th or early 20th century, as Henry Arms was known for producing shotguns during that period. However, the exact age can vary based on specific manufacturing details. To determine a more precise age, you may need to consult a firearms expert or reference historical production records.
I believe it is 567 years old
Known tradename used by Shapleigh Hardware. The guns were made by several different manufacturers, although your double is probably a Crescent. 1900-1930.