{"product_id":"edward-kettner-german-drilling-16-gauge-16-gauge-9-3x72r-side-by-side-combination-gun","title":"Edward Kettner German Drilling – 16 Gauge \/ 16 Gauge \/ 9.3x72R – Side-by-Side Combination Gun","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered here is a classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdward Kettner German Drilling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo 16 Gauge shotgun barrels over a 9.3x72R rifle barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Built in Germany during the golden age of Suhl sporting arms, these combination guns were prized for their ability to handle everything from upland birds and waterfowl to deer and boar with a single firearm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdward Kettner, Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the barrels marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I A FLUSS”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and appropriate German proof marks. The rifle barrel is chambered in the traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.3x72R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of the most common German sporting cartridges of the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gun features a classic case-colored boxlock action with double triggers, Greener-style top crossbolt, top tang selector, rib extension, sling swivels, and a finely matted rib. The walnut stock retains attractive figure and honest field character developed over decades of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanically the gun is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egood used condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The bores present well, and the firearm exhibits the quality workmanship expected from German sporting arms. There is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone crack extending rearward from the action into the wrist of the stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, visible on both sides, which should be noted for collectors and shooters. The crack appears stable but should be considered when evaluating the firearm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Edward Kettner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: German Drilling Combination Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChambering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.3x72R Rifle Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide-by-side shotgun barrels over rifle barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble triggers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreener-style crossbolt locking system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop tang barrel\/rifle selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSling swivels installed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerman proofed barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood bores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood mechanical condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock has one visible crack extending rearward from the action on both sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGerman drillings continue to gain popularity among collectors due to their craftsmanship, versatility, and historical significance. This is an excellent opportunity to own an authentic pre-war German sporting arm at an attractive price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING TO YOUR FFL!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43257066422349,"sku":null,"price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/9B8787D5-D65C-4DB9-A9C2-9D2852441F52.jpg?v=1784303107","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/edward-kettner-german-drilling-16-gauge-16-gauge-9-3x72r-side-by-side-combination-gun","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}