A-10 American Catalog

Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co.

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CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN PHILOSOPHY For those who demand the very best

Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. is a very small privately owned company. We enjoy total creative freedom to design, produce, and assemble what experts agree to be some of the finest guns in the world. Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. manufactures, designs, builds and controls all of their own components to the strictest of specifications. These precious guns are built with great pride and are expected to be handed down from generation to generation. Our magnificent guns are a result of the most technologically advanced procedures combined with the ancient art of gunmaking.

Each Connecticut Shotgun gun is crafted from our company's sole location in New Britain, CT, USA. Connecticut Shotgun gun’s are functional works of art, reflecting both beauty and mechanical perfection. To own such a marvel surely represents a benchmark stature.

Full sidelock over and under shotguns such as the A-10 are the height of gunmaking throughout the world; Consider the Boss over and under, the Woodward, or many other English and Italian over and under side lock guns, they represent the epitome of gunmaking; just as the A-10 does.

Under the direction of our President and Founder, our designs both mechanically and aesthetically represent the perfect balance of technology and art. Only then did we deem the A-10 AmericanTM worthy to bear the Connecticut Shotgun name. The A-10 and all Connecticut Shotgun products come from years of research and development; through a team of qualified engineers, technicians and draftsman. We combine the best materials, procedures, processes, and highly skilled individuals to produce one of the most respected guns in the world. Each of our designs required many years of research and development. We place great emphasis on producing new and exciting gun designs for our clientele. We are able to do this because we are a small independent company and we are single mindedly focused on producing the world's best.

Connecticut Shotgun is one of very few companies in the world that has mastered all manufacturing steps, from development to final assembly. All of our guns are built in-house.

After designing a new shotgun we begin making prototypes. Many different prototypes are made and studied before development of the final prototype is possible. After the final prototype is made, we begin testing in our proof testing facility. We have an indoor shooting range and a longevity firing area to thoroughly test the prototype. We then bring the gun to our own private shooting grounds where the it is repeatedly shot in real world conditions. In addition to that we take an actual production gun from the manufacturing process roughly every ten days to "torture test" the gun.

Everyone in the factory shoots the gun over a period of two days, making sure there are no defects of any kind. This is done without notice or warning to the gunsmiths. These are some of the ways we ensure that the gun you buy from us is the very best.

Superior quality calls for the finest machinery and skills, but also requires a blend of the latest technology combined with the most experienced traditional craftsman. Our guns are made by using cutting edge technology and age old craftsmanship.

Building a shotgun exercises great patience. We hand polish every single part, and chamfer all sharp edges without rounding them. It is the legacy of our master craftsmen that is the heart and soul of the A-10. Each gun requires approximately thirteen hundred different steps by highly skilled people and an untold number of hours.

Each gun goes through stringent quality control, conducted at our work shop, by inspecting each component to an extremely high standard that will guarantee quality and reliability, and then each gun is inspected for its over all appearance and performance. This is done individually by many inspectors. Additionally every gun is inspected by the president of the company.

Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. is a company with a proven track record of designing and building exciting new products. Many companies have tried; few have succeeded as Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. has. With our extreme attention to detail, our clients have confidence that they will receive the 4 best possible gun from a company that is highly focused and understands their needs.

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“Being able to buy a US made product and having it be the very best�

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“It is great knowing you have a gun that you have full confidence in.�

Deluxe

Platinum

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Standard

Rose & Scroll

“Breaks the barrier in gunmaking of economy with the best quality�

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Standard A-10 AmericanTM

A-10 AmericanTM Standard’s Features:

• Choice of gauge - 12, 20, 28. All barrels fit on the same 12 gauge frame.

(20 gauge frame available for additional cost.)

• Barrels have a weight system for balance and weight distribution.

• Barrels are interchangeable without fitting.

• Multi-gauge and multi-barrel sets are available for order.

• Choice of barrel length - 26”, 28”, 30”, 32” • Five Trulock choke tubes. Skeet, improved cylinder, modified, improved modified, and full with wrench • Ventilated rib • 2x American Black Walnut • Receiver machined from a solid forging.

• Steel shot compatible • Internal parts which have our Hard GoldTM coating • Barrels are Tuff BoreTM coated so they are steel shot compatible

• Barrels are Cryo PatternTM for optimum shooting

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Pistol grip or Straight grip stock Classic 2 point cut checkering The very highest quality aluminum case Single selective trigger Auto ejector Butt stock weight system that regulates the weight and balance of the gun

• GalazanTM Pad

O ptional Features (A ) vailable for additional cost

1. 20 Gauge Frame 2. Wood upgrades available: - 3x upgrade - 4x upgrade - Exhibition upgrade 3. Match pairs available 4. Extra barrels no fitting required: - 20ga, 28ga, 12ga

performance

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The A-10 American™ Standard engraving features very tasteful scroll and bouquet engraving.

“The A-10 investment is a sign of many hours of labor and integrity. It hopefully brings to its appreciative owner; a legacy and tradition of owning one of the finest shotguns produced.”

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Deluxe A-10 AmericanTM

A-10 AmericanTM Deluxe’s Features:

• Choice of gauge - 12, 20, 28. All barrels fit on the same 12 gauge frame.

(20 gauge frame available for additional cost.)

• Barrels have a weight system for balance and weight distribution.

• Barrels are interchangeable without fitting.

• Multi-gauge and multi-barrel sets are available for order.

• Choice of barrel length - 26”, 28”, 30”, 32” • Five Trulock choke tubes. Skeet, improved cylinder, modified, improved modified, and full with wrench • Ventilated rib • 2x American Black Walnut • Receiver machined from a solid forging.

• Steel shot compatible • Internal parts which have our Hard GoldTM coating • Barrels are Tuff BoreTM coated so they are steel shot compatible

• Barrels are Cryo PatternTM for optimum shooting

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Pistol grip or Straight grip stock Classic 2 point cut checkering The very highest quality aluminum case Single selective trigger Auto ejector Butt stock weight system that regulates the weight and balance of the gun

• GalazanTM Pad

O ptional Features (A ) vailable for additional cost

1. 20 Gauge Frame 2. Wood upgrades available: - 3x upgrade - 4x upgrade - Exhibition upgrade 3. Match pairs available 4. Extra barrels no fitting required: - 20ga, 28ga, 12ga

performance

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The Deluxe model engraving showcases a pointer and pheasants engraved on one lock and a setter with a pheasant on the other, all executed in Bulino style and surrounded by an extensive and intricate pattern of scroll and bouquets.

Even the internal sidelock is engraved and the forend features the Connecticut Shotgun A-10 AmericanTM solid gold eagle escutcheon perfectly inlaid in the wood. “High grade hand made works of art, not mass constructed industrial shotguns�

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Rose & Scroll A-10 Americantm

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The rose & scroll gun features magnificent English Rose & scroll pattern that emulates what we feel is the finest classic layout and is meticulously carried out with many different techniques. It is available in case color or french gray. It is a timeless and tireless pattern. It is classic and elegant.

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Platinum A-10 Americantm

“function with aesthetics”

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A-10 AmericanTM Platinum’s Features:

• Choice of gauge - 12, 20, 28. All barrels fit on the same 12 gauge frame.

(20 gauge frame available for additional cost.)

• Barrels have a weight system for balance and weight distribution.

• Barrels are interchangeable without fitting.

• Multi-gauge and multi-barrel sets are available for order.

• Choice of barrel length - 26”, 28”, 30”, 32” • Five Trulock choke tubes. Skeet, improved cylinder, modified, improved modified, and full with wrench • Ventilated rib • 2x American Black Walnut • Receiver machined from a solid forging.

• Steel shot compatible • Internal parts which have our Hard GoldTM coating • Barrels are Tuff BoreTM coated so they are steel shot compatible

• Barrels are Cryo PatternTM for optimum shooting

• • • • • •

Pistol grip or Straight grip stock Classic 2 point cut checkering The very highest quality aluminum case Single selective trigger Auto ejector Butt stock weight system that regulates the weight and balance of the gun

• GalazanTM Pad

O ptional Features (A ) vailable for additional cost

1. 20 Gauge Frame 2. Wood upgrades available: - 3x upgrade - 4x upgrade - Exhibition upgrade 3. Match pairs available 4. Extra barrels no fitting required: - 20ga, 28ga, 12ga

performance

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A-10 American™ Specifications* Standard

Model

Frame Gauge Bore Diameter Barrel Length Detachable Sidelock Receiver Finish Stock Finish Checkering Chamber Top Rib Side Ribs Forcing Cones Chokes Sight Forend Trigger Safety Accessories

Rose & Scroll

Platinum

12, 20 small frame 12,20,28 12 Ga.- .729 20 Ga- .615 28 Ga- .550 26,28,30,32 Yes Case Coloring Rose and Scroll Engraving Hand Rubbed Oil 24 lines per inch 12 Ga. - 3 in.

20 Ga. - 2.75 in.

Ventilated rib Solid Standard 5 Trulock Chokes White Bradley type front sight 12 Ga. Target or Hunting 20 Ga. Hunting Only Single Selective, Inertia Driven Automatic Choke tube wrench with choke tube case, Folio with manual and

12, 20 small frame 12,20,28 12 Ga.- .729 20 Ga- .615 28 Ga- .550 26,28,30,32 Yes Coin Finish Game Scene Engraving Hand Rubbed Oil 24 lines per inch 12 Ga. - 3 in.

20 Ga. - 2.75 in.

Ventilated rib Solid Standard 5 Trulock Chokes White Bradley type front sight 12 Ga. Target or Hunting 20 Ga. Hunting Only Single Selective, Inertia Driven Automatic Choke tube wrench with choke tube case, Folio with manual and

Limited 5 Year

Limited Lifetime

Limited Lifetime

Limited Lifetime

warranty card and Aluminum Case

12 Ga. Target Stock or 20 Ga. Round Knob

Straight Grip

14.5”

14.625”

2.375” 1.5” Neutral 4°

2.4” 1.5”

Neutral 4.25°

The trigger is adjustable and it gives you 1/2” of movement. When the gun is ordered it is assumed and in the middle position which will give you 1/4” in each

direction to accommodate summer and winter shooting.

*All specifications are subject to change without notice

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12, 20 small frame 12,20,28 12 Ga.- .729 20 Ga- .615 28 Ga- .550 26,28,30,32 Yes Coin Finish Game Scene Engraving Hand Rubbed Oil 24 lines per inch 12 Ga. - 3 in.

20 Ga. - 2.75 in.

Ventilated rib Solid Standard 5 Trulock Chokes White Bradley type front sight 12 Ga. Target or Hunting 20 Ga. Hunting Only Single Selective, Inertia Driven Automatic Choke tube wrench with choke tube case, Folio with manual and

Standard Stock Dimensions

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Deluxe

12, 20 small frame 12,20,28 12 Ga.- .729 20 Ga- .615 28 Ga.- .550 26,28,30,32 Yes Coin Finish Scroll and Bouquet Engraving Hand Rubbed Oil 24 lines per inch 12 Ga. - 3 in.

20 Ga. - 2.75 in.

Ventilated rib Solid Standard 5 Trulock Chokes White Bradley type front sight 12 Ga. Target or Hunting 20 Ga. Hunting Only Single Selective, Inertia Driven Automatic Choke tube wrench with choke tube case, Folio with manual and

Warranty

Length of Pull Drop at Heel Drop at Comb Cast Pitch

warranty card and Aluminum Case

Stock Dimensions with Recoil Pad

warranty card and Aluminum Case

12 Ga. Target Stock or 20 Ga. Round Knob .60” Pad 14.275” LOP to end of wood .80” Pad 14.475” 13.675” 1.0” Pad 14.675” 12/20 Ga. Straight Grip .60” Pad 14.40” LOP to end of wood .80” P ad 14.60” 13.8” 1.0” Pad 14.80”

warranty card and Aluminum Case

12 Ga. Target Stock

12/20 Ga. Straight Grip

20 Ga. Round Knob

+ or - .150” with trigger position

Connecticut Shotgun Trademarks: TUFF BORE™ CRYO PATTERN™ KIKSOFT™ GAMEKEEPER™ REVELATION™ RBL™ HARDSTAHL™ HARD GOLD™ AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE & COMPANY™ A-10 AMERICAN™ L.T. SNOW STRONG CANNON MFR NEW HAVEN CONN. USA™ GALAZAN™ CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING COMPANY™

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Custom Shop Want even more out of your A-10 American™? Welcome to Connecticut Shotgun Mfg Co.'s A-10 American™ Custom Shop.

In our constant effort to exceed our loyal patrons expectations, we have created the A-10 American™ Custom Shop where each A-10 American™ can be personalized for each owner. Our gunsmiths are some of the finest in the world, and they are eager to prove their meticulousness and care on your new handcrafted A-10 American™ Shotgun. Any A-10 American™ ordered with a deviation from the standard specifications goes through the Custom Shop.

Standard 2X - Some color, a small amount of figure. A structurally perfect stock

Below is a list of common Custom Shop items. If you would like to have something else done to your A-10 American™ you can always reach us at 860-225-6581.

Admission to the Custom Shop is $1,000 plus the cost of any work 1. Custom length of pull 2. Custom built stock dimensions length of pull cast, drops 3. Use of customer wood 4. Turkish Walnut or other Wood 5. Comb riser 6. Custom checkering 7. Cut gold letters for initials in stock 8. High gloss oil finish 9. Leather cover pads Winchester style 10. Full cover English style leather cover pad with leather cover plugs 11. Color case Hardening 12. Custom engraving 13. Special request serial numbers 14. Gold oval with three initials 15. Jewelling barrel flats 16. Jeweled Locks 17. Double trigger 18. Custom trigger pulls 19. Custom cases 20. Custom patterning with pattern included 21. Fixed Choke Barrels 22. Long tang trigger guard 23. Extra light weight gun 24. Solid rib 24. Side Vent ribs 25. Plain checkered butt plate 26. Extra set of finished and fitted locks (Locks will be finished with either the standard or the deluxe

engraving depending on the owners choice of model) 27. Special full rose and scroll engraving pattern with case coloring

Every A-10 AmericanTM comes in a heavy duty Aluminum case with heavy canvas cover.

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3X - More color than the standard, varying figure. May or may not be symetrical from side to side. A very sound stock.

4X - Highly figured, may or may not be symmetrical from side to side.

A slightly smaller feather or less figure than an exhibition

Exhibition - Very symmetrical, extremely highly figured wood.

The best old growth Black American Walnut. Lots of color and contrast.

We are offering a limited supply of Turkish Walnut Stock Blanks for an additional charge. Sourced directly from Turkey and are available in 3 grades, Deluxe, Super Deluxe and Royal.

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Stocks also come with a stock weight balancing system so that A-10 American™ owners can change the balance of their gun themselves. This weights system has 2 different weights that move on a threaded rod, allowing the shooter to balance the gun or remove the weights and make the gun much lighter. All stocks have a black GalazanTM recoil pad.

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It is the result of constant and relentless testing

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Every part and mechanism is built and finished to the highest principles of gun making.

The case that is included with your A-10 AmericanTM is a very heavy duty aluminum case with 2 lockable draw latches and a center combination lock. All corners are fully welded and the outside edges are mitered with a special angle for strength. The case has a nylon cover that will protect the case from scratches. These cases hold the gun very securely and are very durable. Included in the case is a leather document holder and a special choke tube box and wrench. If your gun is a 2 or 3 barrel it will be shipped with a case that accommodates all sets of barrels.

If you order a matched pair, the guns will come in separate cases.

Each gun includes a leather folio that holds all important documents pertaining to your gun, a leather choke tube box, barrel and stock weights and the tools necessary to make adjustments to your A-10 Americantm.

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Proprietary laser welding of the barrels as seen above and below. This is distortion free for the most accurate shotgun barrels

The receiver is forged from a solid block of 86-20 steel. It is available with a French Gray or Case Colored finish.

Barrel honing

Experience Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. technology and innovation with the art of gun making.

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Each gun takes approximately 12 months from the initial machining of the bar stock to the completion of the final gun.

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Parts are machined from solid blocks of steel

It takes thousands of steps to produce the components and countless hours of hand building

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Raw steel tubes waiting to be turned into barrels

These barrels feature a Tuff Bore™ coating which makes them steel shot compatible, and they undergo the Cryo Pattern™ process which is a deep freezing method that relieves stress on the metal and allows for more accurate and consistent shot patterning.

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Balance at the hinge pin may be tailored to personal preference by installing different weight arrangements with or without the stock balancer. Barrel weights may or may not be used to enhance dynamic swing through of the gun, from its classic fast light handling configuration.

A SIGN OF CONFIDENCE - Every gun receives its mark from its maker.

All A-10 Americans have an oil finish. It is applied in a proprietary method to infuse it into the wood. The finish is very deep and not just on the surface like virtually every other gun. This allows you to remove scratches and polish the wood to its original luster. Another advantage

to this system is that the wood is coated on every possible surface inside and out on both forend and butt stock, making it impervious to the elements and moisture.

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This is a hand made fine shotgun with many hours of meticulous hand work

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Internal parts feature our Hard Goldtm coating. In this process the parts are gold washed to prevent rust, and a special hardness is added that will significantly increase the life of your A-10 Americantm.

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The Case Coloring is done by traditional bone and charcoal method and is available through our custom shop or Standard on the Rose & Scroll Special.

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All A-10 Americantm barrels have a traditional rust blue finish. They also feature Trulock screw in chokes.

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Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. Co. 100 Burritt Street New Britain, CT 06053 860-225-6581 fax: 860-832-8707 www.connecticutshotgun.com galazan@msn.com

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