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I just acquired a Ugartechea 12ga SXS.
Appears to be a grade 1 boxlock (Color case hardened receiver with no engraving)
G2 on the flats would be made in 1987 I have surmised.
Do they have a model # ?
Any idiosyncrasies I should know about?
Any forums anywhere specific to these or Spanish Guns in particular?
Thank you,
AIN'T MUCH A MAN CAN'T FIX
WITH SEVEN HUNDRED DOLLARS AND A THIRTY OUGHT SIX
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Serial # on the table is 184039
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Sounds about like a model 30, a gun that has been in production for many years-a picture or two would help.
If it has double triggers and extractors, it will likely be a sound using gun. Single triggers and ejectors aren't well thought of. Mine has a hidden third fastener, 3" chambers and disc set strikers, nice features, but, not essential.
Good luck with the new gun.
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Hi Ted, say, just curious, why wouldn't ejectors well thought of? The ST, I can agree on, no doubt there.
Best!
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Yes it has Double triggers and extractors.
Thanks so far for the info.
I am lacking much knowledge of Spanish guns but sensing these
may be fairly good quality guns.
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I like to hunt in adverse conditions and decided that the relatively inexpensive used Spanish SxS were just the ticket for my adventures. After a reasonable collection of various entry-level Spanish guns passed into and through my hands, I settled on a Model 30 as my favorite. For whatever reason, this gun has "it," that nebulous quality that brings down the birds. Congratulations on a finely built gun, I hope you enjoy yours as much as I have mine. Best, Rob.  
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Hi Ted, say, just curious, why wouldn't ejectors well thought of? The ST, I can agree on, no doubt there.
Best!
Greg Simpler is better. I believe the Spaniards were quite capable of building very good quality into their guns, but, most importers to the US were more interested in keeping the price as competitive as possible. I can imagine the frustration of the Spanish makers hearing every year how the guns had to be 10-20 dollars cheaper. My model 30, built in 1972, is actually engraved, something that went away in later versions. We users of these guns are better served when they aren't at the gunsmith for repairs. Rob, that first photo belongs on a magazine cover. Outstanding. Best, Ted
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Wannagohunting, try an get hold of a copy of the book Spanis Best by Terry Weiland as there is a whole chapter dedicated to Ugartechea. Good book and worth owning a copy.
Nice Chessie Rob. I have two at the moment and have owned and worked the breed since 1986. Challenging dogs but I wouldn't have any other breed. Lagopus.....
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Hi Ted, say, just curious, why wouldn't ejectors well thought of? The ST, I can agree on, no doubt there.
Best!
Greg Simpler is better. I believe the Spaniards were quite capable of building very good quality into their guns, but, most importers to the US were more interested in keeping the price as competitive as possible. I can imagine the frustration of the Spanish makers hearing every year how the guns had to be 10-20 dollars cheaper. My model 30, built in 1972, is actually engraved, something that went away in later versions. We users of these guns are better served when they aren't at the gunsmith for repairs. Rob, that first photo belongs on a magazine cover. Outstanding. Best, Ted Hi Ted, while simpler may be better, I've owned several Spanish guns over the years and never had any problems with their ejectors. They've always been timed well and always have ejected quite well. ST as we both agree are another matter. Seems like the Spanish just can't get this right (as well as other makers). Oh well, guess we can't always agree. I respect your opinion. WGH, as Ted said, these are good simple guns and tend to be a cut above most of the lesser Spanish makers. Uggies have a very good track record. You could do a lot worse. Good Luck! Greg
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I have an older (1951) Uggie SLE, and my son shoots a shortened 1960-70ish Falcon, which I think is much like the model 30. I have had both of them to a gunsmith to have firing pins put in them. The old SLE is getting ready to go back for another round of them.
I think they are great guns for the money, and as your gun is much newer (and yet after Diarm) I think it will give you good service. You can spend much more on a Spanish SxS, but I don't think you need to.
If you do ever have a need for service Cole Haugh is the guy.
CHAZ
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