J & W Tolley Altro Hammergun 10 GA - 32" Steel Barrels Nitro Proof
J. & W. Tolley of London has long been esteemed for their specialty in high-quality, heavy-bore shotguns designed for the rigorous demands of the field. The Altro side-by-side hammer gun exemplifies this heritage, showcasing the robust construction and refined balance that defined British gunmaking at the turn of the century.
This 10-gauge unit, produced circa 1905, is presented in very good condition and features 32-inch steel barrels with 3 ¼-inch chambers. The straight English stock is crafted from fine English Walnut and exhibits honest handling marks consistent with its age, offering a 14 ½-inch length of pull and neutral cast.
Utilizing double triggers and extractors, the action remains mechanically excellent and locks up securely. This impressive firearm weighs 10 lbs 1 ¾ oz and represents a rare opportunity to own a functional and well-preserved piece of Edwardian sporting history.
- Model: Altro
- Type: Steel
- Caliber / Bore / Gauge: 10 Ga
- Barrel Length: 32"
- Overall Length: 49 1/4"
- Action: Side by Side
- Safety: Manual
- Ejectors: Extractors
- Chambers: 3
- Chokes: N/A
- Rib: Solid rib, tapered 13.3 - 9.7 mm
- Stock Material: English Walnut
- Barrel Type: Steel
- Length of Pull (LOP): 14 1/2"
- Length of Pull to Wood (LOP to Wood): 13 1/2"
- Cast: Neutral
- Drop at Comb (DAC): N/A
- Drop at Heel (DAH): N/A
- Stock: Straight English
- Palm Swell: No
- Seller Inventory #: 06524
- Price: $4600
- License Needed: C&R
- Country of Make: United Kingdom
- Year of Make: 1905
- Weight: 10 lbs 1.76 oz