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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1872 with 30in. barrels
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A GRANT & HODGES 1871 PATENT 12-BORE (2¾IN) HAMMER GUN BY S. GRANT, NO. 3407
The action incorporating E. C. Hodges triple-bite patent No. 251 of 1871, the action-body inset with a sliding bolt acting directly on lateral projections to the rear lump, sidelever action, the rebounding backlocks with dolphin hammers, best foliate-scroll engraving, well-figured stock, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 10oz., 14½in. stock, 28in. barrels, approx. I.C. & ½ choke, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
In a wooden case
The action incorporating E. C. Hodges triple-bite patent No. 251 of 1871, the action-body inset with a sliding bolt acting directly on lateral projections to the rear lump, sidelever action, the rebounding backlocks with dolphin hammers, best foliate-scroll engraving, well-figured stock, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 10oz., 14½in. stock, 28in. barrels, approx. I.C. & ½ choke, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
In a wooden case
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.
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale and placed under the Temporary Admission regime.
Import VAT is payable at 5% on the hammer price