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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1877. Rejointing is required
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AN EARLY 12-BORE (2¾IN) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN BY WESTLEY RICHARDS, NO. 13046
The browned damascus barrels with gold-inlaid maker's signature and address, best foliate-scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, the replacement stock with butt-plate
Weight 6lb. 12oz., 14¼in. pull, 30in. barrels, both approx. cyl., 2¾in. chambers, nitro reproof (left bore-dimension marginal)
The browned damascus barrels with gold-inlaid maker's signature and address, best foliate-scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, the replacement stock with butt-plate
Weight 6lb. 12oz., 14¼in. pull, 30in. barrels, both approx. cyl., 2¾in. chambers, nitro reproof (left bore-dimension marginal)