Details of Lot 196
G. ZANARDINI
AN ITALIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 3066

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers about 1/2 and full choke borings, matted ventilated rib, Kersten bolt extension, the frame and locks engraved with foliate scrollwork surrounding scenes of deer against woodland backdrops, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, 7lb. 6oz., Italian nitro proof

The rib is signed Mod-Boxter-Merkel. The gun appears to have been built using a Merkel action.

Sold for £1500
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
The Gleneagles Hotel, Scotland
23 August 2010
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply