[cricketf28]

I have a 12 gauge double barrell shotgun with the side by side double trigger. It was made by Central Arms Company. The only number on it is the serial number. I was wondering if anyone could help me see when it was made and what the value would be?

[JImbothefiveth]

Never give out the complete serial number over the internet!

I'm sorry, I don't know when it was made though. Someone else who does know should be along shortly.

[oldbiker]

just bought a kessler 30c 12ga bolt action. has no numbers just pattent pending.would like to know more about .my self i prefur 300 savage for elk hunting but got a good price on the kessler

[Dave McCracken]

From Harley's masterwork...

Kessler, made 1951-53 in Silver Creek, NY.

Central Arms, house brand of Shapleigh Hardware,St Louis, MO.

Made by either Crescent Arms or Stevens. Crescent will be a sidelock, Stevens a boxlock in Models 315,215 and 311.

As with ALL old shotguns, a checkover by a good smith is mandatory before use..

HTH....