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Need help with old double barreled gun identification

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deborah b

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Husband got this old double barreled rifle from his Dad, who provided no background or info. There is a stag carving on lower stock, and "scales" (see pic 2) in a couple of places . Everything is very tight and we are reluctant to take it apart to find numbers or markings. Also, barring identification, what is the best way to clean it up without destroying the patina and possible value? Any ideas?​

 

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I can’t provide much information but looking at the photo of the muzzle I suspect you have a shotgun unless there is evidence of rifling inside the barrels. The only other thing is the stag carving would slso hint at a Germanic origin unless it was added after the gun was purchased.
 
I would start with a damp rag to gently wipe off the dust and dirt. Follow with a dry cloth to wipe it dry. The metal parts may be cleaned with WD40 on a rag carefully rubbing away the grim to expose any writing. Do not use anything that is abrasive like steel wool! The wood can be rubbed gently with a furniture wax and again wiped off completely. This type of gun is easily taken apart for cleaning without using a screw driver. If you are unfamiliar with them find someone that can help you. Also it maybe loaded although it doesn’t appear to have caps on the nipples.
 
Well its Continental perhaps Belgium or French looks like it might have been made a flintlock going by the breach end . I agree with Brer Phill take it steady . & do run a dowel down the barrel to ensure it has no old load looks nice to me
I can’t provide much information but looking at the photo of the muzzle I suspect you have a shotgun unless there is evidence of rifling inside the barrels. The only other thing is the stag carving would slso hint at a Germanic origin unless it was added after the gun was purchased.
Not likely any such carving being added after completion Might be German .Strong French influence ..Interesting what ever it is Rudyard
 
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