Details of Lot 133
J. PURDEY & SONS
A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15963/4

28-inch chopper-lump barrels (No.2 gun with maker's replacement barrels), with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 and 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings respectively, the rounded frames, locks and numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks including 1 1/2-inch extensions, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
S2

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1897 and that the replacement barrels for the No.2 gun were fitted in 1982.
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Pulbourgh, West Sussex
1 May 2024
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply