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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1899
Details
A 16-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN BY W. EVANS, NO. 4353
Foliate-scroll engraving, well figured replacement stock with butt-plate (slight lines at rear of locks), the barrels with game-rib
Weight 5lb. 15oz., 14 5/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx ¼ & extra full choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof (right barrel thickness marginal)
In a leather case (handle missing)
Foliate-scroll engraving, well figured replacement stock with butt-plate (slight lines at rear of locks), the barrels with game-rib
Weight 5lb. 15oz., 14 5/8in. pull, 28in. barrels, approx ¼ & extra full choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof (right barrel thickness marginal)
In a leather case (handle missing)
Special notice
Rifles and Pistols, (red labels) with specific exceptions (blue and yellow labels), require a British Firearms Certificate or Export Licence. All are sold 'as found'.
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.