Shotgun, Belmont Interchangeable, Double Barrel
Production date
1884
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Description
A double barreled Belmont Interchangeable. Birmingham made, dated May 1884. 12 bore. Damascus Barrel. Dolls head patent. Top lever. Tear drop pistol grip stock. Makers top gun. Made by Christopher G. Bonehill.
In 1851 Bonehill founded the firm C.G. Bonehill for the manufacturer of firearms, including military and miniature rifles, sporting guns and air rifles. He was based at Belmont Firearms Works, Price Street, Birmingham. He pioneered the use of machinery for the manufacturer of shotguns, and the interchangability of components. Many of his guns were marked "Interchangable". Bonehill made the "Belmont" range of Anson & Deeley actioned shotguns along with a range of Sidelocks, with optional removable sidelocks and single triggers. C.G. Bonehill was Guardian of the Birmingham Proof house for 28 years. The firm continued until 1965.
In 1851 Bonehill founded the firm C.G. Bonehill for the manufacturer of firearms, including military and miniature rifles, sporting guns and air rifles. He was based at Belmont Firearms Works, Price Street, Birmingham. He pioneered the use of machinery for the manufacturer of shotguns, and the interchangability of components. Many of his guns were marked "Interchangable". Bonehill made the "Belmont" range of Anson & Deeley actioned shotguns along with a range of Sidelocks, with optional removable sidelocks and single triggers. C.G. Bonehill was Guardian of the Birmingham Proof house for 28 years. The firm continued until 1965.
Production date
1884
Production place
Great Britain, Europe
Measurements
1180mm (length), 760mm (barrel length)
Credit line
Gifted by the Baker Family
Accession number
0622/84
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