Young Repeating Arms Co 12 GA 2 3/4″ 32″ Pump Action Shotgun C&R
SOLD FOR: $2,480.00
LSB#: LSB251206BC045
Make: Young Repeating Arms Co
Model: Young Repeating Shotgun
Serial Number: 1126
Year of Manufacture: 1902-1903
Gauge: 12 Ga 2 3/4″
Action Type: Slide Action, 2 shot repeater, Takedown, Trap Gun
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “The Young Repeating Arms Co. Columbus O.” The bottom of the receiver is marked “Pat’d June 18, 1901, Sept 16, 1902, 1126”
Barrel Length: 32″
Choke: Fixed Full
Sights / Optics: Brass bead at the front of the serrated full length solid rib.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a two piece checkered walnut, semi pistol grip, fluted straight comb, schnabel finger grooved forend, and checkered hard rubber buttplate. The LOP 13 3/4″ from trigger to buttplate. The drop at the comb is 1 3/8″ and the heel is 2 3/8″. The cast is neutral. There are scratches and compression dents throughout. There is a notable dent on the right front of the comb. There is light gapping at the inletting for the buttstock. There is light chipping at the rear of the upper tang. The checkering is lightly worn. There are no cracks. Overall this stock is in Good to Very Good for a C&R of this age.
Type of Finish: Blued, Color Cased
Finish Originality: Original, but barrel has been partially refinished.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and shiny. There is no erosion in the bore. There is light fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion this bore rates a 9/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 80% of its original finish. The barrel has been partially scrubbed and wiped with finish. The finish is still original in protected areas. There is streaking in the application. There is new finish in a couple light spots of pitting. There is thinning bluing near the muzzle There are scratches and light corrosion freckling scattered throughout. There is handling and operational wear. The color case still shows strong colors. There are light corrosion stains around the bottom of the receiver. There is some light oil varnish on the receiver. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tooled all with serviceable slots. The pins are unmarred. The markings and engravings are clear. Overall this shotgun rates in Good to Very Good Condition.
Mechanics: This firearm is a dedicated trap gun and does not come equipped with a safety. The action functions correctly. 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: None
Our Assessment: The Young Repeating Arms Company slide action shotgun is an uncommon early American repeating shotgun produced in Columbus, Ohio between 1902 and 1903. This example reflects the experimental era of pump action shotgun development, incorporating a two shot repeating system with takedown construction and configuration typical of early trap shooting guns. The long 32 inch barrel with serrated full length solid rib and fixed Full choke underscores its intended role as a dedicated trap gun. The barrel carries the correct Columbus, Ohio address marking, while the receiver shows the appropriate patent dates and serial number. The metal retains approximately 80 percent of its finish, with the receiver still displaying strong color case hardening and the barrel showing evidence of partial refinishing where corrosion was addressed. Overall, the shotgun presents in Good to Very Good condition for a firearm of this age.
Chambered for 2 3/4 inch 12 gauge shells, the shotgun maintains the classic trap gun layout with a brass bead front sight at the end of the rib. The bore is bright and shiny with no visible erosion and only light fouling present. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10, reflecting excellent internal condition. The design does not incorporate a manual safety, consistent with many dedicated trap guns of the era.
The two piece walnut stock set features checkering, a semi pistol grip, fluted straight comb, schnabel finger grooved forend, and a checkered hard rubber buttplate with a 13 3/4 inch length of pull. The wood shows scratches, compression dents, a noticeable dent on the right front of the comb, and light gapping at the buttstock inletting. Minor chipping is present at the rear of the upper tang and the checkering shows light wear, though no structural cracks are noted. The stock rates in Good to Very Good condition for a C&R firearm of this age. Mechanically, the action functions correctly. This Young Repeating Arms shotgun represents a scarce example from the early years of American pump action trap gun development. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! MF