Massive Percussion Double Barrel Shotgun

Second half 19th century, two 34.5 in. octagonal barrels with approximately 12mm bore, fitted to a maple stock, iron mounts, the left lockplate with Joseph Golcher cartouche.

From the Collection of a Virginia Gentleman

Barrels loose in stock; missing nose cap reveals losses to forestock; left percussion nipple missing; mechanically unsound. A "project" or parts gun. Poor condition.