Details of Lot 151
E. J. CHURCHILL
A PAIR OF 12-BORE "UTILITY" MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 3237/8

25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 and 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings respectively, mid extensions, file-cut Churchill ribs, the frames and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker's name signed within a banner, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stocks including 1-inch extensions, 6lb., nitro re-proof, in their lightweight leather "VC" motor case
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The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1926. The guns were owned by Colonel H. A. R. Powell, MBE and were used by his wife for many years. A letter enclosed with the guns shows that they were sold in 1983 for £3650.
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, London
18 April 2018
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply