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JOHN RIGBY & CO.
A SCARCE .470 NITRO EXPRESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR BIG GAME RIFLE, NO. 17813
28-inch chopper-lump barrels with full length file-cut rib, raised fore sight with cover and folding leaf sights to 300, doll's head extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the fences carved with palm leaves, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, leather covered cheek pad and rubber recoil pad, fore-end wood a later replacement, sling swivels and button, 11lb. 8oz., nitro proof
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The maker confirms that the rifle was built in 1918. The rifle has been in store for a good number of years. |
Sold for £22000
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| Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns |
| Sotheby's, London |
| 18 April 2018 |
| Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply |
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