NEWBIE AH FOX QUESTION

[kcordell]

Hi,

Could someone help me? I am looking to see if anyone can tell me what the original configuration for SN#201508 was? Its in 20 Ga.

I am sending in for my letter but need data soon.

Thanks,

KC

[fox-admin]

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[ahfoxman]

Good Evening Newbie,

The NON walnut stock and forend are ORIGINAL, so are the 26" bbls. Congratulations on a great find and good luck in its purchase.

Always Remember: Life is Good, Treat it With Respect, AHFoxman

[Brian]

NON Walnut stock and fore end?? Tell us more
what kind of wood was it?

[kcordell]

NON Walnut stock and fore end?? Tell us more
what kind of wood was it?

Thanks AH FOXMAN. Yes, still a newbie, what is a NON walnut stock?

[Brian]

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Thanks AH FOXMAN. Yes, still a newbie, what is a NON walnut stock?[/quote]

Made out of material other than walnut.
maybe beech, maybe birch, maybe maple??? what does the card say?

[kcordell]

I cant tell the type of wood that it is but it is georgeous.

[ASavageFox]

I think the majority of guys here would really like to see a picture of this gun if you don't mind posting it...

[NJdblgun]

yes, pictures, please. sounds like an interesting and unique gun

[kcordell]

OK,

Here are some pics as requested. Any feedback appreciated. I attached the final two pictures to show that it is matching.

Note, I am not a good photographer. I hope these work.

[ASavageFox]

I'm no expert but I would have said that was walnut...

looks like a 20 X(e)... barrels look way longer than 26"

Any butt plate? Skeleton?

If its original, I would says its very rare. one of 152 for sure.

[kcordell]

I'm no expert but I would have said that was walnut...

looks like a 20 X(e)... barrels look way longer than 26"

Any butt plate? Skeleton?

If its original, I would says its very rare. one of 152 for sure.

Butt plate is finely checkered wood with no metal.

[fox-admin]

It is a very nice gun. My guess is the barrels have been re-blued since the barrel flats are not finished with fancy file marks. The stock appears refinished due to the lack of any handling marks but it is very hard to tell from pictures. I am looking forward to getting my fingerprints on it at the Vintgers. You are a very lucky man, outstanding Fox.

[kcordell]

It is a very nice gun. My guess is the barrels have been re-blued since the barrel flats are not finished with fancy file marks. The stock appears refinished due to the lack of any handling marks but it is very hard to tell from pictures. I am looking forward to getting my fingerprints on it at the Vintgers. You are a very lucky man, outstanding Fox.

All good points above hence my initial questioning on the configuration and condition.

[Silvers]

Congrats KC on your nice Fox! I agree with Craig's assessment on the likely barrel reblue, also that the stock may be redone. I see the fences are not filed but I understand that isn't that uncommon with XE's.

A couple of oddities, to me at least. The milling marks on the watertable are unusual, first one I've seen like that. Also, the patent dates are done with different fonts and sizes; usually they are pretty uniform.

Mr. Cordell, can you please post a pic of the bottom of the wrist area so we can see what the triggerguard tang looks like? Silvers