e. James&Co

Question
I have a E. James & co. 10 gauge side by side rabbit ear shotgun in good condition. Don't see model number wondering about the history of the gun and its worth.

Answer
Hi,
Enos James & Co, was an English gun maker in Birmingham from 1877 to about 1900.
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Where_can_you_find_the_history_on_an_Enos_James_Co_sho...

They were imported by HD Folsom in NYC.
http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/20091267

There were quality guns at the time.
However they had damascus twist steel barrels.
It should be examined by a gunsmith to see if its useable.
These are unsafe with modern ammo, there a a few companys making black powder shot shells.
Gamebore is one of them. Though I have not seen any 10 gauge.
If it shootable with black powder ammo its worth $300 to $400.
If is not, its worth $100.
If its in excellent condition it could worth up to $1000.
English guns can be collectable.