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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1898
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A 12-BORE SIDELOCK HAMMER GUN BY J. LANG, NO. 8597
Toplever, rebounding sidelocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, highly-figured stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 8oz., 14¼in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption, sold as unsuitable for use
Toplever, rebounding sidelocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, highly-figured stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 8oz., 14¼in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption, sold as unsuitable for use
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.