Details of Lot 32
R. B. RODDA & CO.
A .577/.500 EXPRESS BACKLOCK NON-EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 1244

28-inch barrels with file-cut rib, fore sight with folding moon bead, rear sight with folding leaves to 500, top extension, the rounded frame, back locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, crystal indicator viewing windows, extended top strap, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and perished recoil pad, sling eyes, 11lb. 2oz., black powder proof, in its maker's brassbound oak and leather case, the lid painted with "Major J. M. Ritchie, R.A.M.C."
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Please note that VAT @ 5% is payable on the hammer price.

Sold for £10000
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
The Gleneagles Hotel, Scotland
29 August 2016
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply