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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1891
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AN EARLY 12-BORE (2¾IN) SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN BY BEESLEY, No. 1208, foliate-scroll engraving, blued finish, stock with pistolgrip and horn butt-plate, rebarrelled by another, with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 7½oz., 13 7/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx. 3/8 & ½ choke, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
Weight 6lb. 7½oz., 13 7/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx. 3/8 & ½ choke, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof