
AYA No 2 Sidelock 410 Gauge 27″ SXS Double Barrel Shotgun MFD 2003
SOLD FOR: $4,302.00
LSB#: LSB250515WM018
Make: AYA (Aguirre y Aranzabal)
Model: No. 2 Sidelock
Serial Number: 568306
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: .410 Bore, 3” Chamber
Action Type: Side-by-Side, Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun with Dual Triggers and Ejectors
Barrel Length: 27″
Choke: Left Barrel: Improved Modified Right Barrel: Improved Cylinder (Fixed)
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a stainless bead set on the solid concave rib.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is in a two-piece finely figured walnut configuration featuring a straight comb, wood buttplate, checkered straight wrist and checkered forend. The LOP is 14.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are light handling marks present. The stock rates in Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued / Case Colored
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are mirror bright and smooth. There is no erosion or pitting. In this writer’s opinion, the bores rate 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows only the faintest operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings and engraving are crisp. Overall, this shotgun rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: AYA of Eibar, Spain is renowned for producing best-quality side-by-side shotguns modeled after classic British designs. The No. 2 is a traditional sidelock built with precision craftsmanship, offering excellent handling and refined aesthetics. This particular example is chambered in .410 bore, a relatively rare and desirable configuration for upland hunters and collectors alike.
With its straight grip, splinter forend, and beautiful scroll engraving over a case coloredframe, this gun exemplifies elegant sporting design. The 27” barrels and chokes make it ideal for quail, woodcock, or sporting clays, and the sidelock mechanism provides reliability, crisp trigger pulls, and aesthetic appeal.
In Excellent condition and accompanied by its original fitted case, this AYA No. 2 is ready to impress in the field or in any fine shotgun collection. Please see our high quality photos and good luck on your bid! – M.C.
