Details of Lot 64
GEORGE GIBBS
A .303 GIBBS FARQUAHARSON FALLING BLOCK RIFLE, NO. 17219

26-inch barrel numbered B5510 with raised fore sight and folding leaf sight 400 yds, mounted with a Walter Gerard telescopic sight, the frame and underlever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, bolted safety catch, the receiver ring numbered 858, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and chequered steel butt plate, sling eyes, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof, full length canvas case

Sold for £3950
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