J Squires Johnson Underlever

[James Palmer]

Helping a friend out trying to find some info and value. 12 ga

She would like to sell but looking for info first. Any help would be appreciated. One more to follow.

Thanks

J

[James Palmer]

Fabiet and Combet

16ga.

Any info appreciated.

J

[John Campbell]

Mr. Palmer:
First, I beg to correct your reference. These are both Jones underlever guns.

The J. Squires is one I cannot find in my reference books. However, it appears to be a trade level gun, aimed at the modest pocketbook. That doesn't mean ill. It's made up on a W. & C. Scott action, thousands of which were sold to local 'smiths throughout England. From what I can see, the gun appears in good shape. But I can't see much beyond your photo. I'd guess around $800 to $1000. I might be high...

The second gun may well be Belgian. Again, base level with very little engraving. I'd guess $500 to $800 without seeing more. This might be optimistic, too....

Please keep in mind that the barrel condition - especially inside - means a LOT in value. So does the stock condition. Cracks and splits are serious flaws in these old guns and can quickly reduce the value.

I may consider the Squires. Depends. PM me with any thoughts.

[Rick Losey]

i would suggest the second

faVier and Combet is French- the proof marks would help

but i did find "Platine arrière signée Favier et Combet St Etienne" back plate signed by

as in https://www.naturabuy.fr/Fusil-juxtapose-Saint-Etienne-avec-signature-Or-FAVIER-COMBET-occasion-item-3081508.html

[Ken Hill]

James,

The Internet Gun Club only has brief information on a John and James Squire. They were not in business very long. Their father Thomas was a barrel maker and they followed into his business.

As John stated, you'll need to get barrel measurements and provide more information on the condition to get an estimate.

Ken

[James Palmer]

Thank yiu

[James Palmer]

....you