# 4097422
Game Scene Engraved and Gold Inlaid Upgraded A. H. Fox Sterlingworth 20 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun
$ 8499.99
A beautifully upgraded 1923 A.H. Fox shotgun with exceptional engraving, gold-inlaid game scenes, and highly figured wood, this is a standout collectible for admirers of classic American doubles. Its upgraded configuration, elegant quail motifs, and included full-length case make it especially appealing as a display-worthy sporting arm with strong collector presence.
- Manufactured in 1923, placing it in the desirable classic era of A.H. Fox Gun Co. production
- Subsequently upgraded to its current highly attractive configuration, enhancing both presentation value and collector appeal
- Blued steel barrels featuring:
- Dual white bead sights for an easy-to-acquire sight picture
- Matted concave solid rib, a traditional rib style with a glare-reducing top surface
- Left barrel marked: “MADE BY A. H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA. PA.U.S.A.”
- Beautiful scroll-engraved wedges at the breech
- Matching scroll-engraved wedges at the muzzles
- 2 1/2-inch chambers
- Single extractor, which lifts spent shells for hand removal
- Barrels fitted to a casehardened action, giving the receiver classic color and period-correct visual appeal
- Action engraving includes:
- Wonderfully executed near full-coverage leafy scroll engraving
- “ANSLEY H. FOX” banners on both sides of the action
- Pair of flushing quails engraved on both sides of the action
- Trio of semi-relief gold-inlaid quail flushing on the underside, a premium decorative highlight and major collector feature
- Double triggers, a traditional and desirable configuration for classic side-by-side shotguns
- Tang-mounted manual safety, positioned on the top tang for familiar operation
- Gold-inlaid “SAFE” safety indicator, adding a high-grade visual detail
- Stunning highly figured semi-Schnabel forend featuring:
- Fancy multi-panel checkering
- Engraved casehardened forend iron
- Straight grip stock with:
- Checkered flats
- Checkered butt
- Highly figured wood that complements the upgraded engraving and presentation quality
- Includes a generic full-length case for storage and transport
- Barrel measurements, right/left:
- Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: .618 / .619 inches
- Choke constriction: .007 / .012 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .026 / .021 inches
- Stock measurements:
- Drop at comb: 1 1/2 inches
- Drop at heel: 2 5/16 inches
- Length of pull: 14 3/8 inches
- Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz.
- Collector highlights:
- 1923 A.H. Fox manufacture
- Upgraded high-grade configuration
- Near full-coverage leafy scroll engraving
- Gold-inlaid semi-relief quail scene on the underside
- “ANSLEY H. FOX” banner engraving
- Highly figured wood with fancy checkering
- Classic straight grip and lightweight 5 lb. 13 oz. profile
- Included full-length case adds presentation and storage value
Condition
Very fine as professionally upgraded and embellished, retaining 99% blue, casehardened, and gold finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The toplever does not remain opened; otherwise, mechanically excellent.
