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Acquiring A 12GA S/S Sterlingworth, Philadelphia

Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2014 7:26 pm
by d01olson
I have an unuseable gun, serial #116499 with a blown out right barrel. My assumption is that the barrel is not replaceable. So I am looking for a similar vintage gun, mine has a 30in.
barrel but that is not an essential requirement. My gun was a hand me down from my father. My hunting days are behind me but I would like to find a similar gun, in reasonable quality condition, that I can hand down to a grandson.
I can be reached at my email: donandbetty001@comcast.net
Don Olson

Re: Acquiring A 12GA S/S Sterlingworth, Philadelphia

Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2014 8:36 pm
by Marcus R
Don,

You might want to consider finding another set of barrels and having them fitted to your existing action. If I were your son, I would appreciate having at least part of my grandfather's gun as opposed to a new gun with no family history. You shouldn't have too much trouble finding a set of 12ga Sterlingworth barrels or a parts gun from which to scrounge the barrels. Best of luck with whatever you decide to do.

Marcus

Re: Acquiring A 12GA S/S Sterlingworth, Philadelphia

Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2014 10:15 am
by eightbore
You might also post your wants in the "Want to Buy" subforum. This subforum is for paper collectors and may not be read by those with gun parts.

Re: Acquiring A 12GA S/S Sterlingworth, Philadelphia

Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2014 11:04 am
by d01olson
Marcus: Thank you. totally agree that preserving part of original gun is very desirable. Is the Fox Forum the best and most likely spot to discover a useable barrel? Other choices? Don