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W.W. GREENER, 68 HAYMARKET, LONDON, SERIAL NO. 23419
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A FINE 8-BORE SINGLE-BARRELLED ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN
W.W. GREENER, 68 HAYMARKET, LONDON, SERIAL NO. 23419
With 36 in. (91.5 cm.) browned twist black powder only barrel, action with carved percussion fence, rebounding back-action lock, retaining much original case-hardened finish throughout, figured 14 ¼ in. semi-pistolgrip stock, and dark horn fore-end cap, weight 12 lbs. 14 ¾ oz.
W.W. GREENER, 68 HAYMARKET, LONDON, SERIAL NO. 23419
With 36 in. (91.5 cm.) browned twist black powder only barrel, action with carved percussion fence, rebounding back-action lock, retaining much original case-hardened finish throughout, figured 14 ¼ in. semi-pistolgrip stock, and dark horn fore-end cap, weight 12 lbs. 14 ¾ oz.
Provenance
The makers have kindly confirmed that this 'back grip' hammergun was completed in 1881 for a Mr. Manton.
Special notice
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.