CSMC Fox Information
A glimpse into the history of the A.H. Fox Shotgun reveals that they were manufactured in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 1905 until the early 1930s. Guns manufactured in New Britain will have the same hand finish as the early guns produced in Philadelphia. Our manufacturing processes are unequaled in the gun making industry.
We have set the highest standards for precision machining and utilize the finest machines available. We have recruited the best tool makers to operate this equipment. The finishing on A.H. Shotguns is still performed by hand. Polishing, rust bluing, engraving, stock checkering, and fitting are all done manually by master craftsman skilled in the fine art of gunmaking.
The requirement for substantial amounts of precise machining and hand finishing dictate that the newly manufactured A.H. Fox Shotguns will never be available in great quantities. Annual shipments are estimated to be less than one hundred guns. These guns have all the prerequisites necessary to attain their place as American classics and to provide their owners immense satisfaction as excellent investments. We have been manufacturing the Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company A.H. Fox Shotguns for over 10 years and after hundreds of guns, we are still excited about every single gun that we produce.
Although we operate the most advanced tool machine equipment available, all of the fitting, shaping, and chiseling of the steel to sculpture frame is still done by the hands of our extremely skilled gunmakers. Every gun is made individually and we pride ourselves on being able to custom tailor every gun. Every grade comes with the option to select the type of bird or animal on the engraving, the checkering on the wood, or any other special requirement. We enjoy building these guns to the exact specifications for every situation. Today's A.H. Fox Guns are the same excellent value as those purchased by your grandfather.
AVAILABLE GRADES
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The CE Grade A.H. Fox is in every respect a high grade gun and represents outstanding value. The gun stocks are made with our quality "one star" Turkish Circassian walnut. Fine hand checkering is cut on the grip, panels, and forend.
The XE Grade A.H. Fox meets the demand for a hand-finished gun having all the refinements of the gunmaker's art. It has chiseled scroll work and engraved game scenes. These guns are stocked with our "two star" quality Turkish Circassian walnut. Distinctive fine checkering adorns the grip, panels, and forend.
The DE Grade A.H. Fox is a striking example of the mechanical simnplicty, strength, fine workmanship, and excellent shooting qualities of the A.H. Fox gun. It is a classic beauty in every detail. Engraving is intricate and extensive. It is stocked with our "three star" highly figured Turkish Circassian walnut. The checkering is the finest diamond pattern on the grip, panels, and forend.
The FE Grade A.H. Fox is built for the sportsman who is satisfied by only the best that there is. The FE Grade is unsurpassed in appearance and shooting qualities by any gun. It is in every sense of the word a "work of art". The engraving is a revelation in the ornamentation of guns, consisting of gold inlays surrounded by one of the several types of beautiful scroll. If desired, the individual signrature of the purchaser is inlaid in gold on the trigger guard or the monogram engraved upon a gold shield in the stock. The stocks are selected from our "four star" Turkish Circassian walnut, which is richly figured. The checkering is exquisite, being the finest diamond pattern on the grip, panels, and forend.
The Exhibition Grade A.H. Fox is made for the sportsman/collector for whom price is no object. This gun is for the discriminating individual who wishes to invest in one of the truly greatest guns every produced. The A.H. Fox Exhibition Grade Gun is a museum quality piece. The ornamentation design, consisting of gold inlays and engraving, is specified and approved by the customer before the gun is built. Gun stock wood is chosen by the customer from our supply of Exhibition quality Turkish Circassian walnut. This rare wood is the most sought after and expensive available anywhere in the wolrd. Included with the gun is the best quality fully accessorized leather trunk case.
The Baby Frame A.H. Fox is a masterpiece designed for the connoisseur who demands the ultimate expression of craftsmanship. This extraordinary firearm features a TruOil finish metal-capped pistol grip stock, carved from stunning, highly burled Turkish Circassian walnut. The exhibition-grade checkering and Schnabel forend with an ebony insert add to its elegance. Adorned with deep chiseled, full-coverage fantasy ornamental scroll engraving, the gun showcases intricate depictions of winged goddesses and dragons over a coined finish, with matching engraved barrel wedges and a chiseled quarter rib with open sights. Every detail, including the fully engraved heel and toe plates, reflects the pinnacle of gunmaking artistry. This diminutive yet true Fox frame, with its incredibly rare proportions and design, offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an unparalleled piece of history.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Prices |
CE Grade: $19,500.00 XE Grade: $22,000.00 DE Grade: $25,000.00 FE Grade: $30,000.00 |
| Frame | 16ga, 20ga, 28ga, .410 Bore |
| Finish | Case Colored |
| Custom Initials | Optional |
| Gold Inlay on Barrels | Optional |
| Gold Signature on Trigger Guard | Optional |
| Butt Plate | Hard Rubber Butt Plate or Traditional Solid Red Pad |
| Barrels |
26", 28", 30" Chromox Barrels; 2 3/4" Chambers Extra Set of Barrels (Optional) Krupp Steel Barrels (Optional) |
| Safety | Automatic |
| Rib | Ventilated, Gold Bar on Breech End |
| Sights | Ivory Bead |
| Mechanism | Boxlock SxS Action |
| Trigger | Double or Fox Single Selective (Optional) |
| Wood |
Turkish Circassian with Hand-Rubbed Oil Finish (2x, 3x, 4x Exhibition Upgrades Available) |
| Stock | Straight, Full Pistol with Cap, or Semi-Pistol |
| Forend | Splinter (CE), Schnabel (XE, DE, FE), Beavertail (Optional) |
| Stock Dimensions | 14 1/4" x 1 1/2" x 2 1/2" |
| Additional Features |
- Choice of choke for each barrel - Checkered or Skeleton Butt (Optional) - Heel & Toe Plates (Optional) - Monte Carlo Stock or Cheek Piece (Optional) - Traditional Leather Trunk Case with Accessories (Optional) |
Pricing Table
Gauges Available: 16, 20, 28, .410
| Feature | CE Grade | XE Grade | DE Grade | FE Grade | Exhibition Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Gun Price | $19,500 | $22,000 | $25,000 | $30,000 | POR |
| Add for 28 or 410 Gauge Guns | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 | -- |
| Selective Single Trigger | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,400 |
| Beavertail Forend | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | -- |
| 4 Gauge Barrel Set | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 | -- |
| Turkish Circassian Walnut Upgrades | |||||
| Three Star | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | -- |
| Four Star | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 | -- |
| Exhibition | $4,500 | $4,200 | $2,750 | $2,500 | -- |
| Extras for Barrels & Forends | |||||
| Matching Barrel & Forend | $6,400 | $7,000 | $7,500 | $8,400 | $9,000 |
| Custom Extras | |||||
| Engraved Name on Trigger Guard | $450 | $450 | $450 | $450 | $750 |
| Gold Oval on Trigger Guard | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | -- |
| Gold Stock Shield or Oval | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $750 |