Goldani Signed and Master Engraved Abbiatico & Salvinelli (FAMARS) Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

A highly collectible FAMARS bespoke side-by-side, this 1976-proofed shotgun represents the artistry and innovation that made Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli famous among fine-gun collectors. With signed engraving, named craftsmen markings, exceptional wood, and its maker’s leather case, it offers strong appeal as both a luxury sporting arm and a serious collectible.

• Built by Fabbrica Armi di Mario Abbiatico e Remo Salvinelli, better known as FAMARS
  • Founded in 1967 by Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli
  • FAMARS quickly became known for producing some of the finest bespoke guns ever built
• Barrels and proof details:
  • Blued steel chopperlump barrels, a premium traditional barrel construction prized on fine bespoke shotguns
  • Smooth game rib with single bead sight
  • 1976-dated Italian proof marks
  • Left barrel tube marked “Armi Famars”
  • Single band of engraving at the breech
  • Chambers marked 2 3/4 inches
  • Automatic ejectors for spent shells
• Craftsmanship provenance:
  • Rear lump bears the names “MARIO,” “PRIMO,” “REMO,” and “TONY”
  • These names identify the craftsmen associated with building this fine gun, adding notable collector interest and provenance
• Action and controls:
  • Brushed bright finished sidelock bar-action
  • Double triggers
  • Front trigger is articulated for added comfort under recoil
  • Right-hand beaded trigger guard
  • Tang-mounted manual safety
• Engraving and embellishment:
  • Beautifully executed classic bouquet and scroll engraving
  • “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI” signatures on both sides of the action
  • Engraving continues onto the toplever, trigger guard, and both tangs
  • Engraving signed “Goldani-INC.”
  • Signed engraving further enhances its desirability for collectors of high-grade Italian sporting arms
• Stock and forend:
  • Highly figured wood with elegant multi-point checkering
  • Splinter forend with brushed bright and engraved iron
  • Push-button forend release
  • Gold “FAMARS” crest inlaid into the underside of the forend
  • Straight stock with teardrop-carved drop points
  • Checkered butt
• Included accessories:
  • Maker’s leather flat case
  • Oiler
  • Snap caps
  • Cleaning tools
• Barrel and stock measurements:
  • Bore diameter measured 9 inches from the breech:
    • Right and left barrels both proofed at 18.4 mm / .724 inch
    • Both measured at .727 inch
  • Choke constriction:
    • Right: .004 inch
    • Left: .013 inch
  • Minimum wall thickness:
    • Right: .027 inch
    • Left: .024 inch
  • Drop at comb: 1 7/16 inches
  • Drop at heel: 2 inches
  • Length of pull: 14 9/16 inches
  • Slight cast-off
  • Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz.
• Collector appeal:
  • Early FAMARS-era craftsmanship with 1976 Italian proof marks
  • Bespoke construction from one of Italy’s most respected fine-gun makers
  • Signed engraving and named craftsman markings add provenance and individuality
  • Premium wood, gold crest inlay, maker’s case, and accessories make this a particularly complete and desirable example for a refined collection