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BOSS & CO.
A PAIR OF 12-BORE ASSISTED-OPENING SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 4441/2
30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker's name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, barrel wall thickness marginal, in their brassbound oak and leather case
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1896.
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UGARTECHEA
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 168797/8
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, articulated front triggers, rolled edge trigger guards, 15-inch well figured stocks, 7lb. 5oz., Spanish nitro proof, fore-end tip of the No.2 gun a replacement, in their individual leather cases
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CHARLES OSBOURNE & CO.
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 75450/1
30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, doll's head extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extensions, No.2 gun cracked and repaired at the head, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, rejointing recommended
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Sold for £2000
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BOSS & CO.
A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6951 AND 6997
28-inch replacement chopper-lump barrels by the maker with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch highly figured replacement stocks, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
S2
The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1923 and that the No.2 gun was built to match a short while later. They were re-barrelled by the maker and recently re-stocked to the highest standard.
Sold for £20000
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J. PURDEY & SONS
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 16639/40
30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, cocking indicators, 15-inch well figured stocks including 3/4-inch extensions and leather covered cheek pads, 7lb., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1900 and that the cheek pads were fitted by the maker in 1959 and 1963 respectively.
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J. WOODWARD & SONS
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6931/2
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings and 5/8 choke borings respectively, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker's name signed within a scroll, arcaded fences, gold lined cocking indicators, maker's single trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks with Prince of Wales grips and chequered butt plates, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, No.2 gun left barrel wall thickness slightly below the recommended minimum, in their maker's lightweight leather case with canvas outer cover
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1930 for the Hon. E. Butler Henderson.
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J. PURDEY & SONS
A FINE PAIR OF KELL-ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 25256/7
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving to the action bases and top straps, the locks and fences deeply carved with bold foliate scrollwork and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker's name signed within a panel, lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in their lightweight leather motor case
S2
The maker confirms that the guns were delivered in May and July of 1937 and confirm that the guns were engraved by Harry Kell. The records further note that the guns were "out in black" in 1936.
The engraving is typical of Harry Kell whose work for Purdey, among others, has become especially sought after in recent years.
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JOSEPH LANG
A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15938/9
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ribs, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers engraved with fine scrollwork surrounding highly detailed scenes of game birds and waterfowl in realistic landscapes and retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, the clipped fences deeply carved with scrollwork, the top levers inlaid with the stylised initials "AJM", gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stocks with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
S2
The maker confirms that the guns were completed in 1920 and are described as "12-bore highest quality hammerless ejectors with key detachable locks". Although it is not mentioned in the maker's records, it is almost without doubt that the engraving is by Harry Kell and displays all of his characteristic hallmarks.
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BOSS & CO.
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 9643/4, A MULTI BARREL SET
27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the additional 30-inch chopper-lump barrels by another with 2 3/4-inch chambers and fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker's name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, Boss single trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured replacement stocks with half pistol grips, No.2 gun with slight crack at the head, additional 14 3/4-inch figured replacement stocks with full pistol grips and leather recoil pads included in a fitted leather case, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, in their lightweight leather motor case with compartment for the additional barrels
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1974. The guns were subsequently re-chambered and re-proofed in 1999. The additional 30-inch barrels are of the highest quality and were fitted in 2005. They have been subsequently chamber sleeved with extensive forcing cones and been fitted with Teague chokes.
Sold for £15000
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JAMES PURDEY & SONS
A FINE PAIR OF KELL-ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 26403/4
26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, sunken game ribs, the frames, locks and numbered top levers retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, 15-inch highly figured stocks including slim leather-covered recoil pads, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1953 and they conform to their original specification. The records note "Best fine engraving by Kell". The guns appear virtually unused and have been in store for a number of years.
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CHARLES LANCASTER
A PAIR OF "TWELVE-TWENTY" MODEL LIGHTWEIGHT SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17172/3
25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, fluted fences, the action bases signed in gold, the trigger guards inlaid "The Twelve-Twenty" in gold, 15-inch highly figured stocks including recoil pads (No.1 stock probably an old replacement, No.2 stock including 1/2-inch extension), 5lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound leather case with green velvet lining
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1933. The guns appear little used and have remained in store for a number of years.
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BOSS & CO.
A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDE LEVER ROUND BODY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5085/8186
30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings and improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings respectively, the rounded frames, locks and side levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker's name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks (No.1 gun with slim chequered heel plate), 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case; together with a matching Boss & Co. 500 size oak and leather cartridge magazine
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The maker confirms that gun no. 5085 was built in 1902 to match gun no. 3966 to make a pair. The earlier gun was subsequently lost and in 1934 gun no. 8186 was built to match gun no. 5085 as the No.1 of the pair.
The vendor believes that this is the only pair of side lever round body single trigger sidelock ejector guns that Boss built.
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A. CHAPU
A PAIR OF FRENCH 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5897/8
29-inch chopper-lump Whitworth steel barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, clipped fences, articulated front triggers, 15 1/2-inch well figured stocks, 7lb. 2oz., French nitro proof, in their leather motor case with Armurerie Vouzelaud label
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Sold for £3500
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WEBLEY & SCOTT
A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE MODEL 701 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 116956/126861
28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch and 2 3/4-inch chambers respectively, about 1/4 and 1/2 and 3/8 and full choke borings respectively, the frames and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch well figured stocks including 1-inch extensions, 6lb. 7oz. and 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof
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F. BEESLEY
A MAGNIFICENT PRESENTATION QUALITY 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2837
29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, Holland & Holland type self-opening mechanism, the frame, locks and top lever engraved with finely detailed prehistoric scenes within bold foliate scrollwork, the left lock engraved with a mammoth against a wooded landscape, the action base with a flying pteradactyl above a smoking volcano, the right lock engraved with a running deinonychus, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch highly figured exhibition grade stock with Prince of Wales grip, full length semi beaver tail fore-end, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in its ostrich skin covered oak and leather presentation case containing a full complement of accessories, the engraved hallmarked silver case label continuing the prehistoric theme
S2
The gun was completed in 2006 and appears virtually unused. The gun is engraved by Bill Sinclair and its construction utilises the talent of many of the finest gunmakers working in the trade today.
Sold for £18000
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J. PURDEY & SONS
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 15781
30-inch chopper-lump Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, cocking indicators, 16-inch well figured stock including 2-inch extension, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof, right ejector defective, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in a leather case with William Evans label
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The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1897 for the Earl of Albemarle and was built to match a pair of guns, nos. 14984/5 as the No.3 gun of the set.
Sold for £2400
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J. PURDEY & SONS
A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16433
27-inch shortened chopper-lump Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, in its maker's oak and leather case
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Sold for £2800
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JOHN WILKES
A FINE KEN HUNT ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 15286
27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the maker's name signed in gold on the rib, the frame, locks and top lever carved with bold foliate scrollwork surrounding highly detailed game scene engraving, the left lock with pheasants in flight, the right lock with a covey of grouse and the action base with a duck, signed by the engraver "K. C. Hunt 90", retaining all of its original hardening colour, the locks signed with the maker's name in gold, Holland & Holland-type self-opening action, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/2-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its maker's brassbound leather case with maker's accessories and canvas outer cover
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The gun was completed in 1992 at a final cost of £12,102.50 (the original invoice is included with the gun). The gun was ordered in April 1987 and took over five years to complete, such was the demand and subsequent delay in having the gun completed by Ken Hunt. The gun remains virtually unused and retains all of its original finish, the vendor stating that he has used the gun only on a handful of occasions.
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CHUBB - LONDON
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10105
28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with bold foliate scroll engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, the maker's name signed in gold, arcaded fences, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof
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The gun appears to have been built in 1970 and appears virtually unused.
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JOHN RIGBY & CO.
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17936
30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch highly figured stock including 1-inch ebonite extension, broken and professionally repaired at the head, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, in its maker's leather case
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J. PURDEY & SONS
A FINE 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 28759
30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, matted rib, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in its maker's brassbound oak and leather case with canvas outer cover
S2
The maker confirms that the gun was completed in December 1984 and the gun retains its original specification. The gun appears little used and retains virtually all of its original finish. A new gun from Purdey today, to this specification, will cost in excess of £151,000 including VAT.
Sold for £27500
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J. D. SELLS
A FINE PREATER-ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 100, THE CHICHESTER GUN
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the rib signed in gold, the breeches engraved with scrollwork, the frame, locks and top lever profusely engraved with bold foliate scrolls surrounding highly detailed scenes of the city of Chichester and the surrounding area, including Chichester cathedral, the Market Cross, Goodwood House and the Bishop's Palace Gate, the fences carved with a Roman centurion and the Emperor Vespasian, the lock plates signed " K. Preater", retaining all of its original bright finish, Holland & Holland type self-opening mechanism, 15 1/4-inch highly figured burr walnut stock, 7lb., nitro proof, in its maker's brassbound oak and leather case
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John D. Sells is a well-known outworker to the Trade and the gun was completed as his own personal gun, the engraving reflecting his love of his home city. The gun was proofed in 1984 and completed at a relaxed pace over a number of years as other work allowed. The gun was engraved by Ken Preater and finished to the very highest standards.
It appears new and unused.
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W. W. GREENER
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 64570
28-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame, locks and top lever profusely engraved with fine scrollwork surrounding highly detailed scenes of game in landscapes, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with sling swivels, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof
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WILLIAM POWELL & SON
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10842
29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll's head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, leather leg-of-mutton case
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Sold for £1300
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ARRIETA
A 12-BORE "CROWN SABEL" MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 31722
27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with border engraving and crown motifs, articulated front trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof
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Sold for £450
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HOLLAND & HOLLAND
A 12-BORE "DOMINION" MODEL BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 23739
28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, possibly shortened, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, backlocks and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, the lock plates signed "H&H", 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in its maker's canvas case
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Sold for £1200
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HAMMOND BROS.
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1160 (5335)
30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll's head extension, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured replacement stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof
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Sold for £340
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AYA
A 12-BORE 25 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 269984
25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with foliate scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof
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Sold for £500
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F. BEESLEY
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1606
28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame, bar locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 7lb., nitro proof, in its maker's leather case
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Sold for £1100
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HOLLAND & HOLLAND
A 12-BORE "DOMINION" MODEL BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 20346
30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, backlocks and gold numbered top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate and off-set comb, 6lb. 7oz.. nitro proof, bores marked and pitted
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Sold for £950
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