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by David Penland
Wed Mar 02, 2022 8:32 pm
Forum: Fox Collectors Forum
Topic: Info for SN 855C
Replies: 1
Views: 648

Info for SN 855C

I have a Philadelphia Gun Company 12 gauge SN 855 I would like to get some info on. I am in the process of restoring the gun and would appreciate any direction on information l can get.
by David Penland
Wed Dec 16, 2020 8:55 am
Forum: Fox Collectors Forum
Topic: How to know if barrels are cut
Replies: 3
Views: 1211

How to know if barrels are cut

I am looking to buy a shooter 20 gauge Sterlingworth for my grandson. It has a LOP of 13 1/4" which would fit him now and could be extended with a pad as he grows. Barrels are 26" and seller says the choke are in between IC/MOD and MOD/Full. SN is 258328. Is there any way to know if these ...
by David Penland
Thu Jun 25, 2020 2:04 pm
Forum: "Technicana" and Restoration Forum
Topic: Grip cap and Butt Plate for C grade Philadelphia Arms Gun
Replies: 5
Views: 2162

Grip cap and Butt Plate for C grade Philadelphia Arms Gun

Does any one know what type of grip cap and butt plate may have come on a C grade Philadelphia Arms 12 gauge? I am in the process of bringing one back to life and any information would be appreciated. Thanks
by David Penland
Fri Oct 25, 2019 12:32 pm
Forum: "Technicana" and Restoration Forum
Topic: Engraving pattern for C grade
Replies: 2
Views: 1852

Engraving pattern for C grade

I need some good examples of the C grade Philadelphia Arms 12 gauge that is like the one posted on the website. Thanks
by David Penland
Sun Dec 23, 2018 2:28 pm
Forum: "Technicana" and Restoration Forum
Topic: Savage Era 16 gauge bore diameter.
Replies: 2
Views: 2166

Savage Era 16 gauge bore diameter.

I have a 16 gauge SPE and the production card says it is choked skeet one and two. I measured the muzzles with a micrometer and they measured .646 and .635 which are not Skeet according to other info I have seen on other discussions. The barrels appear to be original so I am wondering if the bore si...