Details of Lot 160
E. J. CHURCHILL
A 12-BORE "IMPERIAL" MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7683, A TWO BARREL SET

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib and mid extension, the 25-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib and mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with bold scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its maker's lightweight leather case
S2

The maker confirms that the guns was built in 1862.

Sold for £5500
Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns
Sotheby's, London
12 April 2017
Commission is 25% ex. VAT. Artist's Resale Right may apply