Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-shot shotgun for a penny-start auction; this is the Hopkins & Allen Arms Company Forehand!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen Arms Company
Model: Forehand
Serial: K4752
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30" Barrel with Fixed Improved Modified Choke Bore
Optics/Sights: Bead Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Round Knob Stock and Forearm
Action: Single-Shot, Break-Action Shotgun
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. “Forehand” single-shot, break-action shotgun reflects a quintessential design from a transitional era in American firearms history. Produced during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this shotgun was born out of a need for affordable, reliable, and utilitarian firearms for rural households, farmers, and working-class sportsmen. The "Forehand" name honors Sullivan Forehand, one of the early partners and driving figures in the company’s evolution. These shotguns were typically chambered in popular gauges such as 12, 16, or 20, and featured straightforward break-open mechanisms that were simple to operate and maintain. The external hammer and exposed firing pin configuration reflected traditional design cues, while the use of case-hardened receivers and hardwood stocks offered rugged functionality and visual appeal.
Model: Forehand
Serial: K4752
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30" Barrel with Fixed Improved Modified Choke Bore
Optics/Sights: Bead Front Sight
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Round Knob Stock and Forearm
Action: Single-Shot, Break-Action Shotgun
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. “Forehand” single-shot, break-action shotgun reflects a quintessential design from a transitional era in American firearms history. Produced during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this shotgun was born out of a need for affordable, reliable, and utilitarian firearms for rural households, farmers, and working-class sportsmen. The "Forehand" name honors Sullivan Forehand, one of the early partners and driving figures in the company’s evolution. These shotguns were typically chambered in popular gauges such as 12, 16, or 20, and featured straightforward break-open mechanisms that were simple to operate and maintain. The external hammer and exposed firing pin configuration reflected traditional design cues, while the use of case-hardened receivers and hardwood stocks offered rugged functionality and visual appeal.
The Forehand single-shot shotgun was not intended to be a high-grade sporting arm but rather a practical tool. It was ideal for game-getting, home defense, and general utility, especially in rural America. The break-action design made it easy to load and inspect, offering a level of safety and reliability that appealed to both experienced shooters and novices. Though not adorned with elaborate engraving or checkering, the simplicity and durability of the Forehand shotgun earned it a reputation as a dependable companion in the field or around the homestead. Today, these shotguns are valued by collectors and enthusiasts as artifacts of American ingenuity and working-class resilience, offering a tangible link to a time when function and affordability were paramount in gunmaking.
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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection.
