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The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1884
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A 16-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN BY J. PURDEY, No. 11942
'B Quality', action patent No. 2016, use-number 31, best foliate-scroll engraving, brushed bright finish, well-figured stock with extension, the rebrowned damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 5lb. 15½oz., 14½in. pull, 29in. barrels, approx. I.C. & .5/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof
'B Quality', action patent No. 2016, use-number 31, best foliate-scroll engraving, brushed bright finish, well-figured stock with extension, the rebrowned damascus barrels with game-rib
Weight 5lb. 15½oz., 14½in. pull, 29in. barrels, approx. I.C. & .5/8 choke, 2½in. chambers, nitro reproof