Spanish Grulla Armas 12 Gauge 28” Side by Side SxS Shotgun MFD 1997

SOLD FOR :$2,626.00

LSB#: LSB260504KW004

Make: Grulla Armas, Spain

Model: SXS 

Serial Number: 215

Year of Manufacture: 1997

Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4” Shells

Action Type: Side by Side, Hammerless Side-Lock, Top Break Shotgun with Dual Triggers & Ejectors.

Barrel Length: 28”

Choke: The left choke is IC and the right choke is Cyl, Fixed. 

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a silver bead at the front of the barrel rib.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two piece checkered walnut with a push button splinter forend, straight wrist, straight comb, and rubber buttpad. There is light handling wear. There are light scratches and compression marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 3/4” from the front of the rear trigger to the back of the stock and 14 1/4” from the front of the forward trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stocks rate in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued & Silver Plated.

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bores are bright with minor fouling streaks. There is no notable erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bores rates 9 out of 10. 

Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling wear. There are scratches and faint thinning throughout. There is faint discoloration on the bottom of the receiver. There is light thinning at the muzzle. The screw heads and pins are undamaged. The markings are crisp. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This shotgun features dual triggers and ejectors. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun comes with a hard case in Excellent condition. The hard case key is in the case.

Our Assessment: The Grulla Armas side-by-side is a finely crafted Spanish sporting shotgun from one of Spain’s respected modern gunmakers. Built in the traditional European side-lock style, this 1997 example features a 12 gauge chambering, 28” barrels, hammerless side-lock action, dual non-selective triggers, ejectors, silver bead front sight, blued and silver-plated finish, and two-piece checkered walnut furniture with push-button splinter forend, straight wrist, straight comb, and rubber buttpad. The combination of side-lock construction, elegant finish, and light handling characteristics makes this shotgun an appealing upland and sporting arm.

This shotgun is in Very Good condition overall, retaining about 98% of its metal finish with light handling wear, scratches, faint thinning, muzzle wear, and faint discoloration on the bottom of the receiver. The checkered walnut stocks rate in Fine condition, showing light handling wear, light scratches, and compression marks, but no chips or cracks. The bores are bright with minor fouling streaks, no notable erosion, and rate 9 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The action functions correctly, the dual triggers and ejectors operate properly, the screw heads and pins are undamaged, and the markings are crisp. This Grulla Armas should appeal to collectors of Spanish sporting guns, side-lock double enthusiasts, upland hunters, and buyers looking for a well-made European side-by-side with excellent bore condition and included hard case. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P