Original U.S. Belgian Made 12 Gauge Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by Chatham Arms Co. Serial 318 - circa 1895 Brunswick Guns We see no signs that

We see no signs that it was ever refinished

Scabbard Length: 7" + belt loop

The image is behind glass held in an ornate brass mat loaded with intricate designs edging the tintype

but it seems to be about a 59cm / 7 3/8 US

This helmet features a lovely nickel frontplate (wappen) with the Prussian state eagle clutching a scepter and crown

Original U.S. Belgian Made 12 Gauge Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun by Chatham Arms Co. Serial 318 - circa 1895 Brunswick Guns We see no signs thatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is definitely in fine condition for close to 140 of age! Imported from Lige in Belgium, one of Europe's leading Gun Manufacturing centers, this fine example was imported by CHATHAM ARMS Co, as marked on both locks. This company was mainly a retailer, and from 1890 onwards imported large numbers of Belgian made guns, which were then marked and sold under a large number of local names. Shotguns were very popular