Details of Lot 324
J. PURDEY
A 12-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, NO. 3787

30-inch damascus twist barrels with engraved platinum lined breeches and plugs, the tang, non-rebounding bar locks and hammers with scroll engraving, grip safety, the half length well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 14 1/4-inch figured S58

The maker confirms that the gun was sold in 1843 at a cost of £44.

Sold for £2700
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, London
1 December 2015
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply