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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1887
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A 16-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN BY BOSS, NO. 3950
Sidelever action, best foliate-scroll engraving, highly figured replacement stock, lever-latch forend, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 3½oz., 14½in. stock, 28in barrels, approx. 3/8 & ¾ choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
In a leather case with Boss trade-label
Sidelever action, best foliate-scroll engraving, highly figured replacement stock, lever-latch forend, the sleeved barrels with game-rib
Weight 6lb. 3½oz., 14½in. stock, 28in barrels, approx. 3/8 & ¾ choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
In a leather case with Boss trade-label
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