Rupertus

[tacreload]

Any one ever seen one of these before?Pretty unique design the way it opens.It appears to be a 12 guage.Jacob Rupertus from Philadelphia I believe.It belongs to a friend of mine and he was curious about it.I told him I'd check with the experts here cause I sure didn't know much.

 

[RaymondB]

I just bought one from a client on Tuesday. I had never seen a rotating/swivel breech before. Unfortunately the steel is covered with black paint, enamel I believe. I had to use some xxxx steel wool and solvent to uncover the manufacturer. I have not located the serial number yet. Here is what I found out, from the markings, J. Rupertus Philda, Pa USA patent NOV121878. The patent number is #209925 and below are the drawings. I'd be glad to post any links or info I can find. Do you know how I can remove the paint without destroying the Damascus barrel?

 

[Roadtrash]

Neat old shotgun! Never seen one but would love to have one myself. I have seen pictures of rotating barrel but never in person.

 

[RaymondB]

I didn't know the rotating design existed. Mine is destined to become a wall hanger I guess, the barrel was cut to 24" from 30"-32".

Rupertus, Jacob