Dumoulin Model 1906

[ReadyontheRight]

What can you tell me about a Dumoulin Model 1906?

It's a double barrel, exposed hammer 12 ga. "Belgian Fine Steel" "Choked Bored" on the barrel. "T Dumoulin 8C" "Model 1906" on the receiver.

Shootable? Collectable?

Thanks!

 

[Dave McCracken]

The guys down on Harley's Forum can tell you more, but Dimoulin was a known name. If not forged, and with steel barrels vs twist or Damascus, it's probably a shooter with a bit of collector value in good condition. It may be Belgian, a stamped ELG will show so.

However, all old guns should be checke dout by a competent gunsmith before use. This is almost certainly a shotguns with 2 1/2" chambers, some can be converted safely for standard modern ammo, but not all. Shooting modern ammo in an old short chambered shotgun is neither fun nor safe. Some low pressure 2 1/2" stiff imported, not cheap, and making new short ammo isn't that difficult for a reloader.

The good news is that all of these old hammer guns I've handled and shot were sweet indeed. High marks for handling,balance and effectiveness on upland birds. Enjoy....

 

[Jagermeister]

Henry Dumoulin was a Belgiun gun maker, and his son took over the business. Here I what I have on the gun.

JM

 

[ReadyontheRight]

It looks like that, but I can't believe it's an $8200 gun. That's for a NEW Dumoulin, right?

 

[Jagermeister]

I don't posses the knowledge or value on this gun, however, I would take it to a reputable appraiser for a determination

JM

 

[ReadyontheRight]

Thanks guys! Excellent info as always on THR.

I'd never sell it, but I do want to find out more about it and maybe hear from someone who has a similar double.

Where is Harley's Forum?

 

[Jagermeister]

To find Harley's forum, scroll down this page to Harley Nolden's Institute for Firearms Research. His forum provided the photo and subsequent information in this forum.

He also has a web site showing what information is available from the Institute @

http://members.tripod.com/firearmsresearch

JM

 

[wizmime]

Hi,
I've got a similiar one as this one mine has the Majestic engraving on it and the same barrel markings but no model I beleave it to be a custom model the serial# 50** and wondering in the past few years has anyone else came up with anymore info.
The link above is dead and I can't find the Harley's forum.
Any help would be grateful,Thanks

 

[Dave McCracken]

It's the research forum now.

 

[wizmime]

Thanks, new here still trying to find my way around I like this site plenty of info. and topics