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Turnbull restored 16 gauge

Posted by Greg Harper on August 24, 2025, 5:11 pm

I was gifted a Doug Turnbull Field grade 16 gauge manufactured in 1923. In a general sense are fully restored, an I mean it looks brand new, worth more than a unrestored average gun. I love this gun but rarely get to use it in the south and would prefer a 20 gauge. Input appreciated.

Re: Turnbull restored 16 gauge

Posted by Wade Copeland on August 24, 2025, 8:41 pm, in reply to "Turnbull restored 16 gauge"

I've gotten a quote from Mr. Turnbull for the restoration of an unrelated gun and can tell you that the cost of one of his restorations will far exceed the value of the vast majority of field-grade guns ever made, the majority of collectors will always prefer an original gun to a restored one, and I can't imagine that someone spent that kind of money to restore a field grade Smith unless it had sentimental value, if you're curious about its value put in in a no reserve auction and you'll get the exact amount of that its worth.

Re: Turnbull restored 16 gauge

Posted by Bill Murphy on September 12, 2025, 4:23 pm, in reply to "Turnbull restored 16 gauge"

You'll never find a 20 gauge to match the quality of a Turnbull 16. Keep it.

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