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Truly exceptional Desenzani 12ga Pigeon Gun - Exceptionally choice and fine in every regard
Guns International #: 101981227 Seller's Inventory #: 1471
Category: Desenzani Shotguns - Shotguns - Live Pigeon
Seller's Information
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Seller: JoshLoew - Lion Stone Consulting, LLC
Company: Lion Stone Consulting, LLC
Member Since: 1/11/15
First Name: Josh
Last Name: Loewensteiner
State: North Carolina
Country: United States
Phone: (704) 280-2382
Fax:
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 64
Total Number of Listings: 2141
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Wire, cash, cashier's check, business check, personal check. Credit card with 3.5% convenience fee
About Us: We are a boutique Federally Licensed purveyor of fine Sporting Arms and have developed an impeccable reputation with both buyers and sellers for honesty and transparency. We value quality over quantity and long term symbiotic relationships over transaction count. With more than 30 years in the field, you can count on us for all of your fine sporting arms needs! We regularly handle some of the finest vintage sporting arms in the world! Be sure to contact us to discuss your wishlist!
Description:
Made in 1989 with Italian nitro proofs, SN, Desenzani logo, and firm owner's name “G. M. Gussago” (which is also stamped on action inner side and is gold inlaid in front of action pin under top lever). It appears Mr. Gussago is an outworking finisher to the trade, and is often described as having “Hands of Gold”. Low profile, coin finished, OU sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SICURA is in gold inlaid background) and single non-selective trigger. Action and locks are engraved with truly exceptional well cut and shaded, classically styled rose and scroll. “DESENZANI & C” is on left lock, and “BRESCIA” on right. Makers name and address appear on bottom of action. Engravers signature “P. Parravicini” is on trigger plate. Single beaded trigger guard is gold inlaid with monogram “CB” on bow, and with SN at grip. Nicely marbled European walnut flared pistol grip buttstock with original black Decelerator pad, and features small, fluted drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and right hand palm swell. Matching slim one piece forend with Anson type release has gold Desenzani crowned device flush inlet into central diamond. Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom – .724. Bore restrictions: top – .035 (full), bottom – .017 (mod). Wall thickness: top – .024, bottom – .026. Drop at heel: 1-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Makers tan leather case with stitched leather corners, has rectangular brass plate tacked to top. Interior is lined in scarlet velvet, with silver embossed black leather makers label in lid. Bottom compartment is semi-french fitted for action, bbls, and a pair of snap caps.
Overall condition is very near to new, with only a few minor handling marks on wood and metal, with only the faintest of firing halos on breechfaces. Case leather shows some scuffs and rubs, and light stains. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine with light soiling, rubs, and compressions. This little known Italian maker produces fewer than 12 of the world’s finest hand made guns per year, and any model is extremely expensive. Any flaws you see in the gun on th metal are nothing more than grease and are not in any way rust or smudges.
This exceptional Pigeon Gun is priced at $36,500- far far far below replacement cost. The gun shoots absolutely lights out and is a dream in the hands with perfect balance. Please dont hesitate to contact me at (704) 280-2382 or via PM on this site with any questions or reasonable offers.
SOLD
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Desenzani
Model: Best Pigeon
Serial Number: 0153
Barrel Length: 27-1/2
Chambers: 3
Ejectors: Yes
Condition: Near mint
Metal Condition: Near Mint
Wood Condition: Excellent to near mint with only minor handling marks
Bore Condition: Brilliant and shiny
Triggers: Single Trigger
Stock: slight right hand palm swell
Stock Comb: 1-3/8
Stock Heel: 1-5/8
Stock Cast: None
Butt Pad: Thin black pad
LOP: 14-5/8
Chokes: .020 / .038
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: Over .025
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: Over .025