I Thought I’d Seen Everything… Until This Auction

Published on November 14, 2025
Duration: 59:13

This video reviews several firearms from the Holtz Auctioneers November 2025 main sale, focusing on unique and collectible pieces. A highlight is the Maroku G12 President, a Japanese-made 12 gauge shotgun from 1985, praised for its craftsmanship, engraving, and American walnut stock. Other notable firearms discussed include a Beretta SO2, a 1915 German sidelock non-ejector, a J. Dowall & Sons Scottish boxlock, a Russian MT5S-20 Skibsu over/under, and a rare Ithaca 7E single barrel trap gun.

Quick Summary

The Maroku G12 President is a 1985 Japanese-made 12 gauge shotgun, notable for its impressive craftsmanship, detailed engraving, and American walnut stock. It was Maroku's response to Browning's custom shop, showcasing their ability to produce high-quality firearms with ornate features and fixed chokes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Holtz Auctioneers Sale
  2. 00:28Maroku G12 President Review
  3. 01:47Maroku G12 President - Stock & Action Details
  4. 03:48Maroku G12 President - Barrels & Condition
  5. 05:18Overview of Other Auction Lots
  6. 05:50Beretta SO2 Review
  7. 07:141915 German Sidelock - International Arms
  8. 13:37J. Dowall & Sons Scottish Boxlock Review
  9. 17:17Simon's Personal Purchase Unboxing
  10. 18:13Gallipoli Campaign Related Firearm
  11. 19:21Holland & Holland Restocked Rifle
  12. 19:24Dan Shotguns 28 Gauge Pair Review
  13. 26:05Skibsu MT5S-20 Russian Over/Under Review
  14. 34:53Henry Akin Peries Side-by-Side Review
  15. 37:04Graham & Co. Deep Etched Damascus 20 Gauge
  16. 38:54Ithaca 7E Single Barrel Trap Gun Review
  17. 42:55Thomas Johnson Over/Under Review
  18. 45:06Antique Muzzle-Loading Pistols (Four-Barreled)
  19. 49:34Carl Hedman Bolt Action Rifle Review
  20. 51:29Edwinson Green Triple-Barreled Shotgun Review
  21. 56:20Peter Dyson Gunmaker Piece
  22. 57:20Holland & Holland 'Zeppelin Gun' Review
  23. 58:23Conclusion & Channel Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maroku G12 President and why is it notable?

The Maroku G12 President is a 1985 Japanese-made 12 gauge shotgun, notable as Maroku's answer to Browning's custom shop. It features impressive craftsmanship, detailed engraving, an American walnut stock, and a fixed choke configuration.

What are the key features of the 1915 German sidelock shotgun discussed?

This 1915 German sidelock is a high-quality firearm with ornate engraving, but it requires significant gunsmithing. Issues include internal lock plate problems and a thin left barrel wall (16 thou), making it a project gun for collectors.

What makes the Edwinson Green triple-barreled shotgun special?

The Edwinson Green triple-barreled 16 gauge shotgun, built around a 1902 patent, is exceptionally rare and refined. It features three independent ejectors operated by a single trigger, a testament to advanced gunmaking ingenuity for its era.

What is a 'Zeppelin gun' and why was it developed?

A 'Zeppelin gun' is a rare Holland & Holland shotgun issued to pilots in World War I to shoot down enemy zeppelins. It was designed with an easy-to-operate top lever and duplex choke for effective use in open-cockpit biplanes.

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