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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1871
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A FINE C. LANCASTER PATENT 16-BORE HAMMER GUN BY C. LANCASTER, NO. 4467
The action incorporating a snap-action thumb-hole underlever, non-rebounding backlocks, the hammer spurs of hare's-ear form, best foliate-scroll engraving, exceptionally-figured stock, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 5oz., 14 3/8in. stock, 28in. barrels, approx. 5/8 & ½ choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
The action incorporating a snap-action thumb-hole underlever, non-rebounding backlocks, the hammer spurs of hare's-ear form, best foliate-scroll engraving, exceptionally-figured stock, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 5oz., 14 3/8in. stock, 28in. barrels, approx. 5/8 & ½ choke, 2½in. 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
Sporting Guns. Unless otherwise stated, this gun is a double-barrelled hammerless shotgun. Every gun (blue label), with specific exceptions (yellow label), requires a Shot Gun Certificate