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W. H. MONK
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. H13233
28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with ribbed heel plate, 6lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, in its leather case with C. B. Vaughan label
The gun was owned by Lt Col Edward Raymond Peal, DSC, OBE, CBE.
Peal served with the Royal Naval Air Service during WW1 and was awarded many honours and decorations for his service with the British Aviation Commission in Paris, sourcing aero engines and other important items. A detailed file is available giving his full history.
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Sold for £3500
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| Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns |
| Sotheby's, London |
| 15 April 2015 |
| Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply |
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