Eibar 20 Gauge Side-by-Side, 28 in Barrels, Boxlock, Double Triggers, Color Case-Hardened Receiver (1959, Spain)
This Spanish-made 20 gauge side-by-side from 1959 features a boxlock receiver with light scroll engraving, sculpted fences with shell motifs, and a color case-hardened finish. It wears 28 inch blued barrels with a matted rib and brass front bead, and is chambered for 2 3/4 in shells. The stock has checkering, a pistol grip, a splinter forend, sling swivels, and a slight left-hand cast-off. Markings include Eibar proof house crests, the E1 date code, 20–70 chamber stamp, and barrel markings by Crucelegui Hermanos.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: Finish loss, scratches, and pitting are present on the shotgun. The bores are clean with minor internal blemishing.
What’s Included
- Eibar 20 gauge side-by-side shotgun as described
This side-by-side is built on a steel boxlock receiver with a color case-hardened finish and factory-applied light scroll engraving. The receiver also features sculpted fences with shell motifs, adding a defined visual element grounded in period Spanish gunmaking.
The 28 inch blued barrels carry a matted rib and a brass front bead, providing a clear sighting plane. Chambers are marked 20–70 for 2 3/4 in shells, and capacity is 2 rounds.
Stocked in wood with checkering, a pistol grip, and a splinter forend, the gun includes sling swivels and a slight left-hand cast-off to aid shouldering for left-handed users. Length of pull is 14.0 in.
Controls and handling features include double triggers and a top-tang safety. The action is break-open, consistent with traditional Spanish SxS field guns.
Proofs and maker marks include Eibar proof house crests, "850 KGS," the E1 date code indicating 1959, and "MADE IN SPAIN ARMAS 'EGO' EIBAR." The barrels are marked "Fca Crucelegui HNOS – EIBAR – ESPAÑA," aligning this gun with well-known Eibar-region production.