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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1872 with 30in. barrels
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A FINE J. LANG 1870 PATENT 12-BORE HAMMER GUN BY J. LANG, NO. 4368
The action incorporating J. Lang double grip snap-action patent No. 687 of 1870, toplever, rebounding backlocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving with slight traces of hardening-colour, highly-figured stock with engraved heel-and toe-plates, the browned fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 7lb., 14 5/8in. stock, 27 5/8in. barrels, both approx. cyl., 2½in. chambers, Black Powder proof
In its leather case (defective)
The action incorporating J. Lang double grip snap-action patent No. 687 of 1870, toplever, rebounding backlocks, percussion fences, best foliate-scroll engraving with slight traces of hardening-colour, highly-figured stock with engraved heel-and toe-plates, the browned fine damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 7lb., 14 5/8in. stock, 27 5/8in. barrels, both approx. cyl., 2½in. chambers, Black Powder proof
In its leather case (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.
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale and placed under the Temporary Admission regime.
Import VAT is payable at 5% on the hammer price