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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1962
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A LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE (2¾IN) 'IMPERIAL XXV' SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN BY CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD., NO. 7729
The underside of the action-body engraved with a crown, full bold foliate-scroll engraving, boldly-figured stock with butt-plate, the barrels with matt Churchill-rib
Weight 6lb. 4½oz., 14 7/8in. pull, 25in. barrels, approx. I.C. & 3/8 choke, 2¾in. chambers, nitro proof
The underside of the action-body engraved with a crown, full bold foliate-scroll engraving, boldly-figured stock with butt-plate, the barrels with matt Churchill-rib
Weight 6lb. 4½oz., 14 7/8in. pull, 25in. barrels, approx. I.C. & 3/8 choke, 2¾in. chambers, 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.