# 40971456

Factory Game Scene Engraved A. H. Fox XE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

$ 9999.99

A beautifully engraved 1915 A.H. Fox shotgun with desirable XE Grade pattern coverage, Krupp Fluid Steel barrels, automatic ejectors, and the sought-after Fox-Kautzky single selective trigger, an elegant and highly collectible American double built during the golden age of classic sporting arms.

Manufactured in 1915 by A. H. Fox Gun Co., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Barrels:
- Blued barrels made of Krupp Fluid Steel, a premium barrel steel highly regarded by collectors
- Marked “KRUPP FLUID STEEL MADE BY” on the right tube
- Marked “A. H. FOX GUN Co. PHILA. PA.” on the left tube
- Matted concave solid rib for a refined sighting plane
- Dual white bead sights
- 1 3/4-inch wedges of leafy scroll engraving at each breech
- Chambers measure 2 3/4 inches
- Automatic ejectors, which expel fired shells when the gun is opened
Action and engraving:
- Casehardened boxlock action, offering classic Fox strength and collectible appeal
- Highly attractive XE Grade pattern engraving
- Near full-coverage leafy scroll engraving
- Three oval panel game scenes:
  - Pair of ducks in flight on the left side
  - Pair of quails in flight on the right side
  - Fox scene on the underside
Trigger and safety features:
- Fox-Kautzky single selective trigger, a desirable feature allowing the shooter to select which barrel fires first
- Gold-inlaid selector indicators
- Tang-mounted automatic safety
Stock and forend:
- Nicely figured wood
- Multi-point “XE” pattern checkered splinter forend
- Casehardened and engraved forend iron
- Ebony Schnabel tip inlay
- Straight grip stock for classic handling and field-gun elegance
- Leather-covered recoil pad
Barrel and stock measurements, right/left:
- Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: .727/.727 inches
- Choke constriction: .018/.032 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .035/.035 inches
- Drop at comb: 1 3/8 inches
- Drop at heel: 2 1/4 inches
- Length of pull: 14 5/16 inches
- Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz.

With its 1915 manufacture date, ornate XE Grade-style engraving, premium Krupp Fluid Steel barrels, automatic ejectors, and Fox-Kautzky single selective trigger, this A.H. Fox stands out as a refined and investment-worthy collectible for enthusiasts of classic American doubles.

Condition

Very fine overall as professionally restored, retaining 95% blue finish, 99% vibrant case colors, some minor spotting, some scratches and thinning on the barrels, a small crack at the rear of the upper tang, some dings and scratches in the wood, and crisp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.