Double-barreled shotgun
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A double-barreled shotgun, also known as a double shotgun, is a break-action shotgun with two parallel barrels, allowing two single shots that can be fired simultaneously or sequentially in quick succ
A view of the break-action of a typical side-by-side (SxS) double-barreled shotgun, with the Anson & Deeley boxlock action open and the extractor visible. The opening lever and the safety catch can also be clearly seen.
A view of the break-action of a typical over-and-under (O/U) double-barreled shotgun, with action open and the ejectors visible
Two .410 shells being loaded into a side-by-side, double-barreled shotgun
Boxlock action
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The boxlock action is a firing mechanism with the lockwork mounted internally, as opposed to being mounted on the side of the weapon. Boxlock actions were common in the 18th and 19th centuries. The ac
Double-barreled shotgun
…double is often too small to be noticed. Regulation is usually more important in side-by-side rather than over-under shotguns, as felt recoil differs. Boxlock action – Firing mechanism with the lockwork mounted internally Coach gun…
Pair of Flintlock Box-Lock Pistols with Bayonets