I own a T. Kilby shotgun with T. Kilby on the barrel and action. Thomas Kilby was a reknown barrel maker from Birmingham, England. This shotgun has Birmingham England proof marks and was manufactured circa 1898.It has very intrigate engraving and wood carvings. It has been suggested that T. Kilby only made the barrel and action with the engraving and carvings done in either in Germany or France. Wm. Donn chicago, Illinois in engraved on the rib. It is my understanding the Donn Brothers William and James were custom gun makers from Illinois. They may have been the order taker for this custom fit shotgun with Kilby and others being subs.I am looking for information about this firm. Can anyone help me out? I would post photos if I knew how to do it.
John Grimm
Last edited by grimm; 02/23/09 09:32 AM.
