aya-12-gauge-spanish-boxlock-shotgun
Lot 8056
AYA 12 Gauge Spanish Boxlock Shotgun
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Serial number 150967 on trigger tang, watertable, barrel flat and forend wood and metal, 28 in. blued barrels marked AYA Aguirre & Aranzabal - MADE IN SPAIN with single front bead sight, chambered 70M (2 3/4 in.) with shell extractors, barrels choked F & IM, color cased receiver marked AYA Aguirre & Aranzabal on each side with additional decorative engravings, double triggers, checkered walnut stock and forend with original checkered buttend.

Will require FFL transfer. In-house FFL transfers are available by appointment only, Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm; otherwise shipping is available to an authorized FFL. Credit card payment not accepted; please see Terms for more details.

Overall length 45 3/16 in.

DOM: 1960-1965, DAC: 1 5/8 in., DAH: 2 1/4 in., WT: 6.5 lb., FFL Status: Curio or Relic.

Founded in 1915 in Eibar, Spain, AYA is a renowned manufacturer of high-quality shotguns. The company was established by José Aguirre and Julio Aranzabal, combining their expertise to create finely crafted firearms. Over the decades, AYA has built a reputation for producing elegant, reliable side-by-side and over-and-under shotguns, known for their meticulous craftsmanship and superior performance. The company has maintained a strong tradition of quality and innovation in the shotgun industry, catering to both hunters and collectors worldwide.

Overall good estate condition, barrels have moderate oxidation, finish wear and surface scratches, stock has field marks from normal age and use, tight wood imperfection behind top tang, bores have hazy shine.