![]() ![]() The Batavia, NY works were sold in 1919 to the H.D Fulsom Co, and these guns typically will have an "F" in the serial number. Baker was involved because he died in the late 1890s exact date escapes me. By understanding the different features of each model, the approximate date of manufacture can be determined. However, some basic knowledge of firearms is necessary to properly identify the different models and features. and after a fire operations were moved to Batavia, NY. Wilcox Dating a Baker shotgun is relatively easy, as the company kept excellent records. From here I believe he opened Baker Gun Co. This estimate is again questionable because the serial numbers started at. ![]() ![]() He left and stared Syracuse Forging and Gun Company, Syracuse, NY (making The New Baker Gun). It has been estimated that 8,305 Baker Double-Barrel Guns were made by L.C. Later open and work with the Ithaca Gun Company. W.H Baker started in marathon, sold out to L.C. Oh and to give you and idea my 1909 catalog has this gun listed at $72.50 and $10 extra for ejectors, this is a high quality firearm. Also such a low serial number with the engraving leads me to think this a Paragon grade, but in my experience "Paragon" is usually stamped on the water table. Knowing that you have a 2 barrel set with matching SN, this is a rarity. I would suggest, Gene2008, that you post this on the there are some people that would be very interested in seeing and hearing about this gun. Hello all, Gene2008 I can across this post while surfing. ![]()
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