Details of Lot 201
JOHN WILKES
A SCARCE 12-BORE (2-INCH) LIGHTWEIGHT SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14039

26 1/2-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, selective single trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, the action base plate engraved "John Wilkes 2-inch Single Trigger", 14-inch highly figured stock including 1-inch extension, probably converted to straight hand from a semi pistol grip, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case with Boss & Co. label
S2

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1937.
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Pulbourgh, West Sussex
1 May 2024
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply