W. Collath Sohne double barrel

[bulldogs72]

Hey guys I was wondering is any of you could tell me the value of this shotgun and any info about it. Thanks for your help.

[Fjold]

The problem is that depending on what model it is, values can vary greatly.

Here's one that sold for $500 but there are no pictures.

https://www.proxibid.com/asp/LotDetail.asp?ahid=3940&aid=28539&lid=7967673

[bulldogs72]

Ya its hard to tell, it doesnt have a model number or anything on it.

[Mike A]

I'd post your pix and questions on www.doublegunshop.com/BBS . They have a "German and Austrian Gun" forum about the fifth or sixth on their list of forums. Somebody there will give you a whole lot of info.

That is obviously a high grade double, and Collath was a first class maker. They made hammer and hammerless doubles, combination rifle/shotguns, and double and bolt action rifles. I don't know if they had a standard line of guns; all I have seen were obviously custom made to some degree. Collath originated a line of proprietary rifle cartridges as well; most are rare now.

This is a double worth some research, for sure.