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General discussion => Antique Gun Collecting => Topic started by: Belld416 on September 19, 2023, 05:39:31 AM

Title: Newman locks on an older sxs shotgun
Post by: Belld416 on September 19, 2023, 05:39:31 AM

I was curious to see if anyone knew anything about percussion locks on an older sxs black powder shotgun. I was about to buy one from a friend and it has Newman stamped on the lock. It possibly could be a Belgian made shotgun. It does have Damascus barrels and appears to be very good condition. I have not picked the gun up yet to look at the proof marks. I haven't found any information on " Newman" locks. I was curious to what era these locks were made.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Newman locks on an older sxs shotgun
Post by: Bob Roller on September 19, 2023, 03:58:44 PM

Pictures will help and the REAL lock is on the back of the plate out of sight when in the gun.
Bob Roller

Title: Re: Newman locks on an older sxs shotgun
Post by: Longknife on September 21, 2023, 03:52:02 PM

I have seen many SXS shotguns marked "Newman", lower grade, made in Belgium, and they were all suppository guns!

Title: Re: Newman locks on an older sxs shotgun
Post by: JV Puleo on October 08, 2023, 06:34:59 AM

Quote from: Bob Roller on September 19, 2023, 03:58:44 PM

Pictures will help and the REAL lock is on the back of the plate out of sight when in the gun.
Bob Roller

You can. and should, say that again.