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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1888
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A 16-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN BY J. PURDEY, NO. 13090
Treble-grip action-body, the fences deeply-carved with stylized acanthus leaves, best bouquet and scroll engraving, cocking-indicators, well-figured stock, the sleeved barrels (by another) with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 3½oz., 14in. stock, 28in. barrels, both approx. I.C., 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof
Treble-grip action-body, the fences deeply-carved with stylized acanthus leaves, best bouquet and scroll engraving, cocking-indicators, well-figured stock, the sleeved barrels (by another) with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 3½oz., 14in. stock, 28in. barrels, both approx. I.C., 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof
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