W.W. Greener List No.11 SxS Shotgun 12ga

W.W. Greener 12 Gauge Side-by-Side Hammerless Shotgun. Offered is a classic W.W. Greener side-by-side 12 gauge hammerless shotgun, manufactured in England and showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship that made Greener one of the most respected British gunmakers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The rib is marked “W.W. Greener, 68 Haymarket, London & St. Mary’s Square, Birmingham,” identifying it as a quality English sporting gun from one of the firm’s premier production periods. This shotgun features beautifully patterned Damascus barrels with an attractive, visible twist pattern throughout. The receiver is extensively scroll engraved with detailed game scenes depicting rabbits on the underside and upland game birds on both lockplates, all complemented by finely engraved borders. Additional engraving is present on the trigger guard, top lever, and furniture, giving the shotgun a refined appearance throughout. The walnut stock displays attractive figure with fine checkering at the wrist and forend, along with a vacant oval silver-colored initial escutcheon in the buttstock. The Greener cross-bolt locking system is present, a hallmark of the company’s renowned strength and durability. Proof marks indicate English Birmingham proof, and the watertable is marked “12” for 12 gauge. The shotgun appears to retain its original double triggers and extractors. The stock shows scattered handling marks from years of honest use along with a missing buttplate, exposing the buttstock screw holes. The metal retains an attractive aged patina, while the Damascus pattern remains visible and appealing. Mechanically, the action appears to function, though as with any antique English sporting shotgun, a thorough inspection by a qualified gunsmith is recommended prior to firing, particularly if modern ammunition is contemplated. Founded by William Wellington Greener in the mid-1800s, W.W. Greener earned an international reputation for producing some of Britain’s finest sporting arms. Their innovative locking systems, exceptional barrel making, and elegant engraving made Greener shotguns favorites among sportsmen throughout the British Empire, and they remain highly collectible today. This example would make an outstanding addition to any collection of English sporting arms or antique double-barrel shotguns. Missing butt pad. Please see photos. W.W. Greener List No.11 SxS Shotgun 12ga Break 28 Shiny 40598 Very Good