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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1967.
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A FINE 12-BORE (2¾IN) SINGLE-TRIGGER 'ROYAL MODELE DE LUXE' SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN BY HOLLAND & HOLLAND, NO. 36688
The Holland & Holland patent semi-selective single-trigger with rolled-edge triggerguard, hand-detachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, the treble-grip action-body and furniture profusely engraved with best bold foliate-scrolls entwined with stylized serpents and dragons, the fences carved in relief, well figured stock, beavertail forend, the chopper-lump barrels with matt-rib
Weight 7lb. 3½oz., 14 7/8in. stock, 27½in. barrel, approx. ½ & 5/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
In its leather case
The Holland & Holland patent semi-selective single-trigger with rolled-edge triggerguard, hand-detachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, the treble-grip action-body and furniture profusely engraved with best bold foliate-scrolls entwined with stylized serpents and dragons, the fences carved in relief, well figured stock, beavertail forend, the chopper-lump barrels with matt-rib
Weight 7lb. 3½oz., 14 7/8in. stock, 27½in. barrel, approx. ½ & 5/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro proof
In its leather case
Special notice
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale and placed under the Temporary Admission regime.
Import VAT is payable at 5% on the hammer price
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.