Details of Lot 308
FRANC SODIA
A FINE AUSTRIAN 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 33171

28 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers about about 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame engraved with fine scrollwork and scenes of duck, pheasant and hare in landscapes and retaining much of its original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheek piece and engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof

The gun appears little used and was manufactured in 1946 for an Occupying British Officer.

Sold for £850
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, New Bond Street
22 April 2009
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply