Details of Lot 273
BOSS & CO.
A PAIR OF 16-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR CROSSOVER GUNS, NOS. 4897/8

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, No.1 gun with replacement barrels by the maker, about 3/8 and improved cylinder borings respectively, the square back frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, patent single triggers, 14 1/2-inch well figured crossover stocks including 2-inch extensions, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, No.2 gun right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case
S2

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1902 and that the replacement barrels were fitted to the No.1 gun in 1974.

Sold for £4000
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Pulbourgh, West Sussex
27 November 2024
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply