Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this muzzleloading double-barrel shotgun today for a penny-start auction, this is the Moore Double-Barrel Shotgun.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Moore
Model: Double-Barrel Shotgun
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: 14 Gauge
Finish: Blue (Patina)
Barrel Length: 30"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Straight Grip Stock and Checkered Grips
Action: Muzzleloading / Percussion Ignition / Double-Barrel
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The William Moore double-barrelled percussion shotgun represents one of the most enduring symbols of 19th-century British gunmaking and its profound influence on the transatlantic sporting market. Historically known for its solid construction and reliable field performance, this firearm platform earned a stellar reputation among wingshooters, elite marksmen, and frontier settlers alike. While William Moore’s personal gunmaking lineage dates back to 1808 in London, the brand's manufacturing history evolved into a complex network of distinct entities. The premium London-based workshop of William Moore & Grey catered directly to British royalty and the aristocracy from upscale addresses such as Old Bond Street, producing bespoke, high-grade sporting arms. Simultaneously, the partnership of Moore & Harris operated out of Birmingham's Great Western Gun Works, leaning heavily into mechanized mass production and establishing a booming export trade to the United States. Because the Moore name carried immense commercial prestige, independent workshops and wholesalers heavily utilized the trade name throughout the late Victorian era to market high-quality English "trade guns" to hardware stores across the expanding American frontier. A critical hallmark of quality for these firearms was the integration of premier components, most notably the highly sought-after barrels forged by the famous Rose Brothers of Halesowen between 1860 and 1892. Compared to contemporaries such as W.W. Greener, Westley Richards, or budget Belgian counterfeits, Moore trade shotguns distinguished themselves through their balanced handling, robust actions, and classic British styling. Today, original surviving specimens carry this industrial legacy forward, elegantly exhibiting the transition from specialized industrial forging to traditional hand-assembly.
Model: Double-Barrel Shotgun
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: 14 Gauge
Finish: Blue (Patina)
Barrel Length: 30"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Walnut Stock with Straight Grip Stock and Checkered Grips
Action: Muzzleloading / Percussion Ignition / Double-Barrel
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The William Moore double-barrelled percussion shotgun represents one of the most enduring symbols of 19th-century British gunmaking and its profound influence on the transatlantic sporting market. Historically known for its solid construction and reliable field performance, this firearm platform earned a stellar reputation among wingshooters, elite marksmen, and frontier settlers alike. While William Moore’s personal gunmaking lineage dates back to 1808 in London, the brand's manufacturing history evolved into a complex network of distinct entities. The premium London-based workshop of William Moore & Grey catered directly to British royalty and the aristocracy from upscale addresses such as Old Bond Street, producing bespoke, high-grade sporting arms. Simultaneously, the partnership of Moore & Harris operated out of Birmingham's Great Western Gun Works, leaning heavily into mechanized mass production and establishing a booming export trade to the United States. Because the Moore name carried immense commercial prestige, independent workshops and wholesalers heavily utilized the trade name throughout the late Victorian era to market high-quality English "trade guns" to hardware stores across the expanding American frontier. A critical hallmark of quality for these firearms was the integration of premier components, most notably the highly sought-after barrels forged by the famous Rose Brothers of Halesowen between 1860 and 1892. Compared to contemporaries such as W.W. Greener, Westley Richards, or budget Belgian counterfeits, Moore trade shotguns distinguished themselves through their balanced handling, robust actions, and classic British styling. Today, original surviving specimens carry this industrial legacy forward, elegantly exhibiting the transition from specialized industrial forging to traditional hand-assembly.
Standard configurations highlight authentic mid-Victorian engineering, showcasing substantial 30" double-barrels while chambered in a classic 14 Gauge smoothbore configuration. Time and history have left a striking character on the metalwork, aging the original browned finish into a rich, deep brown patina. Target acquisition remains historically accurate and minimalist, relying on a single fixed bead front sight nestled on the top rib. The firearm is gracefully complemented by a walnut stock featuring a classic straight grip and finely checkered panels, providing both an elegant profile and a secure hold in the field. These original Moore shotguns serve as a brilliant tribute to a bygone era of firearms heritage, remaining a prized choice for historical collectors and antique enthusiasts who value the spirit of 19th-century sporting history.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1181505373 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-05 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
405 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-05 17:19:04 |
