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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1873
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A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN BY J. PURDEY, NO. 8985
The rebounding backlocks with dolphin hammers, toplever, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 7oz., 14 5/8in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption, sold as unsuitable for use
The rebounding backlocks with dolphin hammers, toplever, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 7oz., 14 5/8in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption, sold as unsuitable for use
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.