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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1866
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A J. PURDEY 1863 PATENT 12-BORE HAMMER GUN BY J. PURDEY, NO. 7141
The action incorporating J. Purdey double bite patent No. 1104 of 2nd. May 1863, First Pattern thumb-hole underlever, rebounding backlocks, best foliate-scroll engraving, well-figured stock, the bold damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 13oz., 14¼in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
The action incorporating J. Purdey double bite patent No. 1104 of 2nd. May 1863, First Pattern thumb-hole underlever, rebounding backlocks, best foliate-scroll engraving, well-figured stock, the bold damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 13oz., 14¼in. stock, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
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.