R. Hughes Muzzle Loading Shotgun

[stephenprops1]

I was in a gun store today and found a 10 gauge, R. Hughes, side X side, percussion, muzzle loading shotgun for $350.00. I did a little research and discovered Hughes firearms were made in London and Birmingham, England from 1858 to 1900 when the company was bought by another outfit. The new company made guns under the name R. Hughes until 1912 and then they went out of business in 1925. The gun was in fair condition. The bore was OK and there was some rust and crude around the nipples and hammers. I was wondering if anybody knows anything more about R (Robert) Hughes firearms? --- I did not buy the gun.

 

[Feltwad]

Robert Hughes1855-1900 address 22 Moland Street Birmingham gun and pistol maker.1859-1872 moved to 100 Moland Street ..1873 -1900 Specialized in military and export arms adopted the name {Universal Fire Arms Works]
Feltwad

 

[stephenprops1]

Robert Hughes1855-1900 address 22 Moland Street Birmingham gun and pistol maker.1859-1872 moved to 100 Moland Street ..1873 -1900 Specialized in military and export arms adopted the name {Universal Fire Arms Works]
Feltwad

Thanks for the additional information.