Details of Lot 70
ALEX HENRY & CO.
A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8010

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever engraved with Celtic strapwork on a lined ground, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 16-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof
S2

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1921. Only eight examples of a Celtic sidelock are noted in the maker's records.

Sold for £5000
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
The Gleneagles Hotel, Scotland
26 August 2019
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply