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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1890
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AN EARLY 12-BORE SIDELOCK HAMMER GUN BY H. ATKIN, NO. 325
The action-body with deeply-carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, Jones patent rotary-underlever, best foliate-scroll engraving with traces of hardening-colour, replacement stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 14oz., 14in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
In a brass-mounted oak and leather double-tiered case (lid and handle defective)
The action-body with deeply-carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, Jones patent rotary-underlever, best foliate-scroll engraving with traces of hardening-colour, replacement stock, the fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 14oz., 14in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
In a brass-mounted oak and leather double-tiered case (lid and handle defective)
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.