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Very Scarce "Philippine/ Guerilla Gun" as Produced by Richardson Industries Inc., East Haven, Connecticut, Circa 1946. ...
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Very Scarce "Philippine/ Guerilla Gun" as Produced by Richardson Industries Inc., East Haven, Connecticut, Circa 1946. 10 gauge, single shot, "slamfire" action. A most unusual American firearm with a fascinating history. Iliff David Richardson was the Executive Officer of PT 34 at the beginning of World War II. After the boat was sunk by the Japanese, Richardson eventually joined Philippine guerilla forces, with whom he served until the liberation of the islands. His memoirs served as the basis for the book and movie titled An American Guerilla in the Philippines. After the war Richardson believed there was a market in the United States for a cheap shotgun, the design based on the weapons produced by Philippine guerillas. Based on this assumption he began producing these guns in 1946. He was wrong, and the American market simply had no interest in such a primitive weapon, resulting in limited production and even more limited sales. This is a fine example with the metal smooth and dark, mixing with the original dark blue finish. Wood about perfect with excellent markings. The entire gun is composed of only four pieces. A unique World War II associated firearm.Auction Info
2009 December Signature Arms & Militaria Including Civil War Auction #6021 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2009
12th
Saturday
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