Details of Lot 234
WESTLEY RICHARDS
A FINE 12-BORE MODEL "A" SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17320

30-inch special steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke boring, the frame and locks with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, arcaded fences, gold lined cocking indicators, selective single trigger, 14-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, brassbound oak and leather case with canvas outer cover

The maker confirms that the gun was completed in 1911 and have supplied a certificate of authentication. The gun incorporates Taylor's patent selective single trigger No. 26659 of 1909.
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, New Bond Street
14 April 2010
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply