C. G. Bonehill shotgun

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I have just purchased a collection from an old friend. Among the guns was a C.G. Bonehill hammer 10ga. double with Damascus barrels. Does anyone have any info on these guns, or have a website to send me to? It is, by far, the heaviest shotgun I have ever hoisted. :eek: I could post some pics after tonight if anyone is interested. Thanks in advance. :)
 
Thank you!! I wasn't aware of that site. I just signed up and await the green light from the admins. Looks like a good place.

I also have a Parker Bros. in the bunch. I will check on that one as well.:)
 
Kj; I have a lot of info. on Bonehill and have some of his shotguns. I don't doubt the 10 is heavy, I've handled a 12 and it was IMHO - heavy. I have two hammerless 10s and one is substantially heavier and larger than the other. Bonehill was a very proific gun-maker and produced guns (all types) not only with his name but for others also. Bonehill was, in the gun trade, the first to go assembly line, machine made, etc. etc. firearms. Is there an address on the upper rib?, if so what is it. Any specific ?s you may have, feel free to ask. --- John303.
 
John303: Thanks for the help and offer. I just might put the touch on you for more info!:)

Here are some pics. Feel free to ask for specific pics:

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The gun doesn't look to be in that good of condition, not all beat up but a lot of useage wear. There is considerable play in the action and the barrel lugs. The outside of the barrels could certainly use some attention. How bad are the bores pitted? I notice the stock has a chunk out of it where it meets the sideplates. Any other cracks? I don't think it is a high value gun in its current condition. Whatever you do, do not fire this gun in its present state!
 
Oh boy! I am certainly not going to fire this old beast! As soon as I can determine what it is worth, it will be up for sale. :)
 
tiriaq said:
I really don't agree with deactivation.
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I usually don't either and I suppose this gun could be "saved". However, it will cost a huge sum to bring this gun back, if one pays to have it done. When you take the broken stock, the piece missing out of the forearm, the excessive play in the action, the condition of the outside of the barrels and I imagine the bores are fairly pitted, there isn't much left to work with. It would cost waaaaaay more than the gun is worth. If one wanted to piece a chunk of wood into the stock and have the action tightened, then perhaps it might be useable but possibly still not safe if the bores are bad or the barrel/chamber wall thickness is thin. Plus it would still not look very nice..
 
tiriaq said:
I really don't agree with deactivation.
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In the end, guns are just tools. Like most things they eventually wear out and are no longer good or safe for their intended purpose and the cost of repair is prohibitive.

Any problem "de-activating" your 8 track player or a fridge that no longer cools?

It's not always a political statement. Some guns are just past their best before date.
 
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canvasback said:
In the end, guns are just tools. Like most things they eventually wear out and are no longer good or safe for their intended purpose and the cost of repair is prohibitive.

Any problem "de-activating your 8 track player or a fridge that no longer cools?

It's not always a political statement. Some guns are just past their best before date.
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James--you surprised me. I thought you were going to say here is one for me to buy!!:onCrack:
 
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