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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1872
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A FINE J. LANG 1870 PATENT 12-BORE HAMMER GUN BY J. LANG, NO. 4637
The action incorporating J. Lang double grip snap-action patent No. 687 of 1870, toplever, rebounding backlocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving with traces of hardening-colour, finely-figured stock wtih engraved heel-and toe-plates, the browned fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 8½oz., 13 5/8in. stock, 28in. barrels, both approx. cyl. (relieved), 2½in. chambers, Black Powder proof
In its painted canvas case
The action incorporating J. Lang double grip snap-action patent No. 687 of 1870, toplever, rebounding backlocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving with traces of hardening-colour, finely-figured stock wtih engraved heel-and toe-plates, the browned fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 8½oz., 13 5/8in. stock, 28in. barrels, both approx. cyl. (relieved), 2½in. chambers, Black Powder proof
In its painted canvas 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