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The Makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1883.
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A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN BY J. PURDEY & SONS, NO. 11670
Fine rose and scroll engraving, concealed third-bite, arrowed cocking indicators, acanthus leaf carved fences, automatic gold inlaid "safe", figured replacement stock with slight cast-on, trigger guard re-engraved, heavily re-blacked barrels (light pitting and dents), the rib engraved with Maker's details
Weight 6lb. 11¼oz., 14¾in. stock, 30in. barrels, chokes approx. I.C. and ½, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
In a leather case with later Purdey trade label
Fine rose and scroll engraving, concealed third-bite, arrowed cocking indicators, acanthus leaf carved fences, automatic gold inlaid "safe", figured replacement stock with slight cast-on, trigger guard re-engraved, heavily re-blacked barrels (light pitting and dents), the rib engraved with Maker's details
Weight 6lb. 11¼oz., 14¾in. stock, 30in. barrels, chokes approx. I.C. and ½, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
In a leather case with later Purdey trade label
Special notice
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
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.