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HILL
AN 80-BORE PERCUSSION PRESENTATION DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 36007
5-inch octagonal barrel, the top surface signed "Hill, Maker, Birmingham", the presentation inscription reading "Presented to Mr David Dewar as a mark of respect by a few of his acquaintances (now in Birmingham) who have found him a faithful and valuable friend. Birmingham January 1862", 5-shot cylinder and loading lever, chequered walnut grips, retaining much bright nickel-plate finish, possibly re-finished overall, in its maker's case with mould, flask, etc
S58
David Dewar was the Chief Constable and Procurator Fiscal of the Burgh of Dundee who retired in 1909 after a distinguished 50 year police career. His portrait hangs in the Dundee Art Galleries. |
| £800-1200
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| Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns |
| Pulbourgh, West Sussex |
| 29 April 2026 |
| Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply |
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