Ugartechea Model 1030
Armas Ugartechea S.A. · Shotgun · In Production
Also known as: Ugartechea 1030, Modelo 1030
Overview
The Ugartechea Model 1030 is a Spanish best-quality side-by-side break-action shotgun built by Armas Ugartechea in Eibar. It uses a traditional sidelock action with double platinum strikers and arcaded fences in the Woodward style, fitted with selective automatic ejectors and either single or double triggers. Offered in 12, 16, 20, 28 gauge and .410 bore with 26-, 27- or 28-inch barrels and 2 3/4-inch chambers, the action is hand-engraved and stocked in carefully selected hand-checkered walnut, making it a well-regarded value among Eibar-region game guns.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3100 g (109.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1150 mm (45.28") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Case Hardened |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Breech
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety, Automatic Safety
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Selective Automatic Ejectors, Double Platinum Strikers, Hand Engraved Action, Hand Checkered Walnut Stock, Interchangeable Chokes
Production
Made to order; a current-production model in the Ugartechea sidelock range
Origin
Country of origin: Spain
Designer: Ignacio Ugartechea
Notes
Chambered for 2 3/4-inch (70 mm) shells. Available with four choke configurations and two forend styles. Standard stock dimensions quoted by the factory as 38/63/365 mm.
Background
Armas Ugartechea was founded by Ignacio Ugartechea in 1922 in Eibar, the heart of the Basque gunmaking region, and earned a reputation for sidelock and boxlock doubles that deliver best-quality craftsmanship at a fraction of the price of the great English houses.