Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this eccentric three-barrel combination gun for a penny-start auction; this is the Fortuna-Suhl German Drilling!
A Drilling—derived from the German word for “triplet”—typically features two matching smoothbore barrels and a single rifled barrel. However, the term encompasses a wider variety of configurations, including combinations such as two rifled barrels with one smoothbore, three rifled barrels, or even three smoothbores. This versatility allows the Drilling to adapt to different hunting needs, making it a uniquely functional and flexible firearm platform.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Kruppscher Flussstahl
Model: German Drilling
Serial: 5076
Model: German Drilling
Serial: 5076
Caliber: 16 Gauge (Top Left & Right Barrels) and Unknown Caliber with Barrel Stamped “360+72+D” (Bottom Barrel) - We recommend having a qualified gunsmith verify the caliber before attempting to fire it.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 27"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front and U-Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Buttstock with Straight Comb and Cheekpiece, and Checkered Walnut Forearm
Action: Hammered Bottom-Lever Break-Action "Drilling" Combination Gun
Markings: The top of the left barrel is stamped “KRUPPSCHER.” The top of the right barrel is stamped “FLUSSSTAHL.” The frame and the barrel hold matching serial numbers.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Drillings, derived from the German word for “triplet,” are three-barreled firearms that became possible with the advent of breech-loading centerfire guns in the 19th century. These guns gained the most popularity in Germany and Austria, where overlapping hunting seasons created a demand for versatile firearms capable of handling various types of game. Though produced in many countries, including Belgium and Austria, the finest Drillings came from well-known gunmaking hubs such as Suhl, Zella-Mehlis, Liege, and Ferlach. These firearms were crafted by both established manufacturers and small independent gunsmiths, resulting in significant variation in quality and price. Many were marked only with the dealer’s name or not marked at all, making it difficult to trace their true origins.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 27"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front and U-Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Buttstock with Straight Comb and Cheekpiece, and Checkered Walnut Forearm
Action: Hammered Bottom-Lever Break-Action "Drilling" Combination Gun
Markings: The top of the left barrel is stamped “KRUPPSCHER.” The top of the right barrel is stamped “FLUSSSTAHL.” The frame and the barrel hold matching serial numbers.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Drillings, derived from the German word for “triplet,” are three-barreled firearms that became possible with the advent of breech-loading centerfire guns in the 19th century. These guns gained the most popularity in Germany and Austria, where overlapping hunting seasons created a demand for versatile firearms capable of handling various types of game. Though produced in many countries, including Belgium and Austria, the finest Drillings came from well-known gunmaking hubs such as Suhl, Zella-Mehlis, Liege, and Ferlach. These firearms were crafted by both established manufacturers and small independent gunsmiths, resulting in significant variation in quality and price. Many were marked only with the dealer’s name or not marked at all, making it difficult to trace their true origins.
The hammered Kruppscher Flussstahl drilling is a classic example of German firearm craftsmanship, blending elegance, utility, and robust engineering in a single versatile hunting gun. "Kruppscher Flussstahl" refers to the fluid steel developed by the renowned Krupp steelworks, prized for its strength and durability, making it an ideal material for firearm barrels. This drilling features a traditional hammer action, typically configured with two shotgun barrels over a rifled barrel, allowing hunters to adapt quickly to various game in the field. The hammered design not only adds an old-world charm but also offers the shooter manual control over the firing mechanism, a feature still appreciated by traditionalists. With its finely blued barrels, often chambered in popular European calibers like 16 gauge over 8x57JR or 9.3x72R, and fitted with a set trigger and automatic pop-up rear sight for the rifle barrel, the Kruppscher Flussstahl drilling is both a collector’s treasure and a testament to the enduring practicality of combination guns.
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
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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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