拍品專文
The makers have kindly confirmed that this gun was completed circa 1864
細節
A RARE BASTIN-SYSTEM 12-BORE (PIN FIRE) SLIDE-ACTION HAMMER GUN BY J. PURDEY, NO. 6746
The Bastin underlever with integral pivoted latch, backlock action with high-spurred dolphin hammers, the hammer noses recessed to receive the cartridge-pins, serpentine fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock with butt-plate, elongated top-and bottom-straps, browned damascus barrels
Weight 7lb. ½oz., 14½in. pull, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
The Bastin underlever with integral pivoted latch, backlock action with high-spurred dolphin hammers, the hammer noses recessed to receive the cartridge-pins, serpentine fences, best foliate-scroll engraving, figured stock with butt-plate, elongated top-and bottom-straps, browned damascus barrels
Weight 7lb. ½oz., 14½in. pull, 30in. barrels, proof exemption
注意事項
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