Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this antique single-shot shotgun today for a penny-start auction, this is the Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. Falling-Block Shotgun!
Please Note: We would like to mention that both sides of the stock are cracked and appear to have been glued back.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Hopkins & Allen Arms Co.
Model: Falling-Block Shotgun
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30"
Optics/Sights: Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Walnut Buttstock and Forearm with Checkered Grips
Action: Falling-Block / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hopkins & Allen falling-block single-shot shotgun is a fascinating and relatively uncommon example of late 19th-century American firearms manufacturing. Before 1870, Hopkins & Allen (H&A) was already producing rimfire cartridge guns and would go on to manufacture a wide array of centerfire handguns and long guns. Prior to 1896, their firearms were typically marked “HOPKINS & ALLEN MANUFG. CO. NORWICH CONN.” or sometimes sold under private trade names, including Merwin, Hulbert & Company. The falling-block shotgun, introduced circa 1887 and produced into the early 1900s, represented one of the company’s more mechanically sophisticated designs. These single-shot shotguns used a vertically sliding breechblock actuated by a lever—a strong, reliable action uncommon in shotguns of the period. They were produced in most common gauges, with 12-gauge models built on heavy frames and 16- and 20-gauge versions sharing a medium frame. Prior to 1902, some were even chambered for .45-70 shotshells.
Model: Falling-Block Shotgun
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: 12 Gauge
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30"
Optics/Sights: Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Walnut Buttstock and Forearm with Checkered Grips
Action: Falling-Block / Single-Shot
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Hopkins & Allen falling-block single-shot shotgun is a fascinating and relatively uncommon example of late 19th-century American firearms manufacturing. Before 1870, Hopkins & Allen (H&A) was already producing rimfire cartridge guns and would go on to manufacture a wide array of centerfire handguns and long guns. Prior to 1896, their firearms were typically marked “HOPKINS & ALLEN MANUFG. CO. NORWICH CONN.” or sometimes sold under private trade names, including Merwin, Hulbert & Company. The falling-block shotgun, introduced circa 1887 and produced into the early 1900s, represented one of the company’s more mechanically sophisticated designs. These single-shot shotguns used a vertically sliding breechblock actuated by a lever—a strong, reliable action uncommon in shotguns of the period. They were produced in most common gauges, with 12-gauge models built on heavy frames and 16- and 20-gauge versions sharing a medium frame. Prior to 1902, some were even chambered for .45-70 shotshells.
From the 1890s through 1914, smaller-caliber shotguns in .38XL and .44XL were occasionally produced on the compact Junior frame. After 1902, H&A began offering “tip-over” single-shot shotguns based on Forehand and later Davenport designs. Despite their modest marketing, Hopkins & Allen firearms—especially the falling-block models—are appreciated today by collectors for their rugged construction, unique mechanics, and the company’s broader role in the evolution of American 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.
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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