Antique Shotgun

[drewsta]

I have an old shotgun that was handed down through generations in my family. I got it when my father passed away in 2004.

Wondering if anyone can help me with some info on it.

As far as I can tell it was made by CW Coates, Birmingham,England in circa 1886

Side by side twin trigger, twin hammer.

Wondering where I can take it for an appraisal.

Can submit photos if needed.

[Korkt]

Photos would be good mate.

Especially if there are any proof marks or other information stamped into the metal.

[drewsta]

Can't seem to upload pics. Can email them if needed.

[Monty]

There is a size limit, photos may be too large.

Email them and I can resize and post for you here.

mail at enoughgun dot com

[bigfellascott]

Just google Antique Firearms Appraisals - no doubt a pic to them would soon have it sorted for you.

[drewsta]

Have emailed pics. Will also google Antique Firearms Apraisels
Thanks for the help.

[Monty]

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[inervate]

Just an idea here drewsta but you could try a call to Lawrence Ordnance in Sydney as well.

They do a lot of the old stuff and sell restored war rifles and that kind of thing. Armour, lots of memorabilia.

As good a chance as any I guess. Try 'em.

[Rocker]

Your average dealer with give you bugger all for it.

Buying back a basically 'new' second hand modern rifle you'd be lucky to get half what it cost new, even if it's only a few months old.

Keep an eye out the used guns sites, or put out an expression of interest asking offers on one to see what people will pay.

That's what I'd do.

[Sam45]

Certainly a nice old shotgun. Guns like that would look awesome restored and used again

[Gregg]

Guns like that would look awesome restored and used again

If OP is game to give it a try could be a fun project to do before trying to sell it. Hopefully add to the resale value.

[Noisydad]

Keep it in the family and use it! Once it's gone, it's gone! Use black powder ONLY in it unless it's been proved for smokeless.

[Oldbloke]

Keep it in the family and use it! Once it's gone, it's gone! Use black powder ONLY in it unless it's been proved for smokeless.

I think Noisy has the right idea. I would hang onto it.

[Khan]

Nice little touch with the scale pattern between the barrels.