BRIDGE GUN CO was a tradename used by the hardware/catalog store Shapleigh Hardware in St Louis. The guns were actually made by Crescent Firearms and distributed by the HD Folsom Co to the trade. The '96 reference is probably a patent date, since these guns were not manufacture dated and no serial number records exist. Value for a single-barrel will be below $100, double-barrels up to $200 as decorator pieces. Do not attempt to fire unless thoroughly checked by a reputable gunsmith.
Michigan Central Bridge Company was created in 1896.
$25-50.00
to the right person about 1000 .
Weidendammer Bridge was created in 1896.
Krasnoyarsk Bridge was created in 1896.
Lamington Bridge was created in 1896.
Oberbaum Bridge was created in 1896.
Delair Bridge was created in 1896.
Italian Bridge was created in 1896.
In 1896, the gun manufacturer that produced 12 gauge shotguns in Worcester, Massachusetts, was the Worcester Arms Company. They were known for their firearms during that period, contributing to the American shotgun market. The company eventually faced financial difficulties and ceased operations in the early 20th century.
The Imperial was manufactured by Baker Gun and Forging Company, 1896-1919. (You'll have to hold it a little closer to the screen so I can see what gauge it is.)
Brady Street Bridge was created in 1896.