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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was built for the Earl of Essex in 1901. It was rebarrelled by them in 1976
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A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN BY H. ATKIN, NO. 1493
Best foliate-scroll engraving, highly-figured stock with extension, the replacement chopper-lump barrels by the makers, with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 10½oz., 141/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx. I.C. & 3/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
Best foliate-scroll engraving, highly-figured stock with extension, the replacement chopper-lump barrels by the makers, with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 10½oz., 141/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx. I.C. & 3/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof