Lot Essay
This rifle was engraved by Sally Perkins, daughter of the contemporary master-gunsmith David Perkins. The rifle appears to be unused
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A .22 (HORNET) FALLING-BLOCK RIFLE BY R. D. FREEMAN, NO. 1011
The action of Farquharson type, with full bold engraving of acanthus-scrollwork and full hardening-colour, boldly-figured stock with pistolgrip, the octagonal barrel with matt breech-flat
Weight 6lb. 10oz., 13 7/8in. stock, 22in. barrel, nitro proof
The action of Farquharson type, with full bold engraving of acanthus-scrollwork and full hardening-colour, boldly-figured stock with pistolgrip, the octagonal barrel with matt breech-flat
Weight 6lb. 10oz., 13 7/8in. stock, 22in. barrel, nitro proof
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.