Gavin Gardiner Ltd

FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Pulborough, West Sussex 15 November 2023

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Auctioneers of Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Rifles and Accessories

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICE Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Mill Lane, Hardham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA

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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS PUBLIC EXHIBITION

AUCTION

Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Hardham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA

Wednesday 15 November 2023 at 10am

Viewing will be strictly by timed appointment only, please contact us as soon as possible to book your appointment.

Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Hardham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA

IMPORTANT NOTICE Viewing for this auction will take place strictly by appointment only. Viewing will be limited to 1 hour time slots, and to one person at a time. Please contact info@gavingardiner.com or telephone 01798 875300 to book your slot.

The auction will be a live auction, behind closed doors, and we encourage all of our clients to make full use of our condition repor ts and remote bidding options. Absentee bids will continue to be provided free of charge to our clients. Online bidding with invaluable.com is also available. Please see our website for up to date information.

IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR BUYERS Sporting Guns, Rifles and Ammunition will not be released without the appropriate Firearm or Shotgun certificate. Overseas certificates are not valid in the U.K. Firearms will be released by appointment only.

The buyer of any section 1 firearm must hold the appropriate Firearm Certificate with the appropriate variation in order to purchase and acquire the firearm.

FIREARMS ACT 1968 Lots marked with a will not be delivered to purchasers without production of a valid United Kingdom Firearms Certificate or R.F.D. Permit.

Lots marked with a ✪ will not be delivered to purchasers without production of a valid United Kingdom Shotgun Certificate or R.F.D. Permit.

All private buyers resident in the UK must send their original Firearms or Shotgun certificate to Gavin Gardiner Limited prior to making payment. Once the certificate has been checked and endorsed, it will be returned to the certificate holder and upon receipt then full payment can be made.

Certificate holders NOT in possession of the relevant variation or valid authority are required to pay a deposit of 95% of the total purchase price, with the remaining 5% payable once the valid authority has been acquired, checked and endorsed by Gavin Gardiner Limited.

Trade buyers must supply a copy of their Registration as a Firearms Dealer.

ANTIQUE AND OBSOLETE CALIBRES Antique and obsolete calibre weapons are sold under Section 58(2) of the 1968 Firearms Act expressly as Antiques and Curios only, they must not be fired and ammunition must not be possessed. Please note that by bidding on these items you declare that you are not a prohibited person as defined by Section 21 of the 1968 Firearms Act.

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FIREARMS (AMENDMENT) ACT 1997

GUNS SOLD AS PARTS

Lots marked with a will not be delivered without the Authority of the Secretary of State under Section 5 to purchase or acquire prohibited weapons to which section 5(1)(aba) of the act applies.

Barrels of guns sold as parts will only be made available for sleeving and measurement once rendered unserviceable, according to the Gun Barrel Proof Act of 1868 to 1978 and the Rules of Proof.

Only holders of Section 5 authority may bid on Section 5 items. Items eligible under Section 7.1 and 7.3 may only be bid for and purchased by holders of an appropriately varied Firearm Certificate.

CONDITION OF FIREARMS

Overseas buyer please be aware that prohibited weapons, walking stick shotguns and other similar items are not available for Export except under special circumstances. Please speak to the specialist before bidding.

AIR WEAPONS Please note that all air weapons manufactured post 1939 are subject to Section 32 of the 2006 Violent Crime Reduction Act. All transfers must take place “face to face” in person. These items can only be shipped to another Registered Firearms Dealer if you are unable to collect in person.

PROOF OF FIREARMS The term ‘proof exemption certificate’ indicates that a firearm has been examined at a Proof House but not proved, as either (a) it was deemed of interest and not intended for use, or (b) ammunition was not available. In either case, the firearm must be regarded as unsafe to fire unless subsequently proved. Firearms proved for Black Powder should not be used with modern smokeless ammunition.

The term ‘Certificate of Unprovability’ indicates that a firearm has been examined at a Proof House and is deemed both unsuitable for proof and use.

Reproof is required before any such firearm is to be used.

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Comment in this catalogue is restricted in general to exceptional condition and to those defects that might affect the immediate safety of a firearm in normal use. An intending buyer unable to make technical examinations and assessments is recommended to seek advice from a gunmaker or from the specialist in charge.

All prospective buyers are advised to consult the lists of bore and wall-thickness measurements posted in the saleroom. Potential buyers should note that guns are stripped only where there is a strong indication of a mechanical malfunction. Stripping is not otherwise undertaken. Guns intended for use should be stripped and cleaned beforehand. Hammer guns should have their rebound mechanisms checked before use. The safety mechanisms of all guns must be tested before use.

TAXIDERMY & RELATED ITEMS As a seller of these articles, Gavin Gardiner Ltd undertakes to comply fully with CITES regulations and DEFRA. Buyers are advised to inform themselves of all such regulations and should expect the exportation of items to take some time to arrange.

SPECIAL NOTICE TO OVERSEAS BUYERS

COLLECTION OF PURCHASES AND UNSOLD PROPERTY

Firearms under 100 years of age, in addition to any other Expor t Licence requirements, need a DTI strategic licence in order to leave the U.K. Gavin Gardiner Limited will upon request, arrange through his nominated shipper and the appropriate Government agencies for the relevant Expor t Licence application. Shipping Instructions should include the nature of the consignees business, and the ultimate intended use for each firearm.

In most cases an Impor t Licence or General Under taking will be required before an Expor t Licence is granted. Gavin Gardiner Limited recommend that any queries concerning the shipment and Expor t of Firearms be addressed to our firearms shipping agent, P.D.Q. Freight Ltd.

Lots may be collected from Gavin Gardiner Limited’s administration office in West Sussex by prior arrangement with Gavin Gardiner Limited. In all instances, a prior appointment will need to have been made. Buyers are urged to arrange collection of purchases within 10 working days of the auction and are reminded that risk of loss passes to the buyer after this date.

P.D.Q. Freight Ltd. Unit 4 Courtyard 1 Challenge Road Ashford, Middlesex TW15 1AX

We can arrange for lots to be packed and dispatched by courier and delivered to nominated Registered Firearms Dealers within the UK. This will be arranged at the buyer’s risk and Gavin Gardiner Limited reserves the right to charge for its time and packing materials. Buyers are reminded that they are responsible for arranging their own insurance cover while the goods are in transit.

STORAGE CHARGES Buyers are urged to arrange collection within 10 working days of the auction after which period risk of loss passes to the buyer. Instructions for shipping and delivery to a shipper or Firearms dealer must be received by this time.

All lots that remain uncollected after 28 days will be subject to storage charges of £1 per day (plus VAT) unless instructions have been received or alternative arrangements have been made.

SYMBOLS For lots marked with a †, ‡ or Ω please refer to the Important Information for Bidders and Buyers on p118.

Sporting Guns and Firearms will be released by appointment only.

Tel: 01784 243695 Fax: 01784 242237 To enable PDQ to apply for the Expor t Licence after the sale, they will require: 1 Import consent from the country of destination.

2 Intended use and purchaser’s business.

3 Non EEC buyers will be required to supply an End User General Undertaking.

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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Lots 1-291 Wednesday 15 November 2023 at 10am

Lot 1 WALTHER A .22 P22 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. G027787 3 1/4-inch barrel, slide with ambidextrous safety, plastic frame with box magazine, German nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic box £100 - 200

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Lot 2 A. FRANCOTTE A BELGIAN .455 PRYSE PATENT REVOLVER, NO. 6061 4 3/4-inch barrel with flat top surface, engraved with the retailer’s name “Carlos Rasetti y Cia, 526 Rivadavia, Buenos Aires”, the cylinder and frame with fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original nickel plated finish, hinged back strap and one-piece chequered ebony grip, slightly chipped, lanyard loop, Belgian black powder proof £500 - 700

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Lot 3 ST. ETIENNE AN 11MM MODEL 1873 SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. H98166 4 1/2-inch barrel, the solid frame with loading gate and ejector rod, cleaned bright overall, chequered walnut grip and lanyard loop, St Etienne proof £200 - 400

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Lot 4 SMITH & WESSON A .44 RUSSIAN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 16942 6 1/2-inch barrel, the top surface with patent dates to 1876, six shot cylinder, the plain frame with chequered walnut grips, partially refinished overall, black powder proof £300 - 500

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Lot 5 PEDERSOLI A .45 REPRODUCTION FLINTLOCK TARGET PISTOL, NO. F03729 10 1/2-inch round to octagonal smoothbore barrel with fixed fore and rear sights, the engraved lock with roll-up to frizzen spring, set trigger, the half length stock with chequered grip, Italian black powder proof, in its maker’s carton £150 - 250 5

Lot 6 A SCARCE 9MM COLETTE-SYSTEM GRAVITY-FED REPEATING TARGET PISTOL, NO.VC1700 8 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with full length gravity-fed magazine, rising breech, the central hammer with safety bar, the frame with fine scroll engraving and fluted walnut grip £500 - 700

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Lot 7 E. M. REILLY A .30 RIMFIRE SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 26552 3-inch octagonal brass barrel with flat top surface, the brass frame with border engraving and spur trigger, smooth walnut grip, black powder proof, mechanism slightly defective £250 - 350

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Lot 8 W. TRANTER A .380 RIMFIRE TRANTER’S PATENT REVOLVER, NO. 30243 4 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, solid frame with loading gate, swing-out ejector rod, one-piece walnut grip, black powder proof, poorly refinished overall £300 - 500

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Lot 9 COLT A .41 RIMFIRE THIRD MODEL DERRINGER, NO. 24050 2 1/2-inch barrel, the nickel plated frame with central hammer and smooth walnut grips, contemporary black powder proof; together with a Webley .22 “Falcon” air rifle, no. 1107 (2) £300 - 500

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Lot 10 COLT A .31 MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 121644 4-inch octagonal barrel with New York address and loading lever, the five shot cylinder with stage coach scene, the brass trigger and back strap retaining traces of original plated finish, smooth walnut grip, partially refinished overall

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£500 - 700

Lot 11 COLT A .36 1851 NAVY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 191108 7 1/2-inch barrel with New York address and London black powder proof marks, the replacement cylinder numbered to match, the frame with brass trigger guard and back strap, smooth walnut grip, worn overall, serial numbers possibly spurious

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£500 - 700

Lot 12 COLT A .31 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 245518 6-inch octagonal barrel with New York address, loading lever, the five shot cylinder with stage coach scene, silver plated trigger guard and back strap, smooth walnut grip, poorly refinished overall, in a reproduction walnut case with mould, flask, etc £500 - 700

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Lot 13 GRIERSON A FINE PAIR OF 38-BORE FLINTLOCK PISTOLS 5-inch octagonal twist barrels, the top surface signed “Gunmaker to His Majesty”, platinum lined plugs, engraved breeches with fixed rear sights, the swan neck cocks and locks with fine engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, signed by the maker, roller to frizzen springs, the full length stocks with chequered grips and engraved steel furniture, black powder proof, in their maker’s mahogany fitted case with combination powder flask, mould, etc Lot 347, Sotheby’s, London, 8 December 1988. £2000 - 3000

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Lot 14 DEANE ADAMS & DEANE A .500 DOUBLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 3050 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with bead fore sight and fixed rear sight, the top surface engraved “Deane Adams & Deane (Makers to HRH Prince Albert) 30, King William St, London Bridge”, the frame with scroll engraving and retaining much original finish overall, five shot cylinder, chequered one piece grip, cap with engraved trap, cylinder refinished, black powder proof, in a later oak case with associated bullet mould, powder flask, etc, reproduction label £1400 - 1800

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Lot 15 STARR ARMS CO. A .44 PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 24809 8-inch barrel, the hinged frame with loading lever and impressed patent date to 1856, six shot cylinder, smooth walnut grip, poorly refinished overall, in a modern walnut case with powder flask £600 - 900

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Lot 16 BRNO A .22 MODEL 2 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 437725 18 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 13 3/4-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 17 A CONTINENTAL .243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 550-206644 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 6x42 telescopic sight, in quick detachable claw mounts, Tikka action, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof £150 - 250 16

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Lot 18 CZ A .222 REM MODEL 527 AMERICAN BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 99228 22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Nikko telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 13oz., nitro proof £150 - 250 Lot 19 RUGER A .22 MODEL 10/22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 237-47100 16 1/2-inch Rimfire Magic barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with scope rail, the half length stock with bipod, pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof £80 - 120

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Lot 20 SAKO A .243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 225817 24-inch heavy barrel, the receiver with dovetail groove, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length laminated stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 9lb. 9oz., nitro proof £200 - 300 Lot 21 RUGER A .22 MODEL 10/22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 24684317 20-inch hammer forged stainless steel barrel fitted with a muzzle break, the receiver mounted with a Hawke telescopic sight, detachable rotary magazine, half length laminated stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 14oz., nitro proof £150 - 250 Lot 22 RUGER A .243 M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 78-83223 22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diavari 3-9x36 telescopic sight, bolt with tang safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 10oz., nitro proof

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£200 - 400 Lot 23 A 7.62MM BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 9486 28-inch heavy barrel impressed “Regulated

by Fulton”, the Mauser 98 type receiver mounted with a Leupold 4.5-14x50 long range telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 12lb. 6oz., nitro proof £80 - 120

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Lot 24 SAKO A .22-250 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 931474 22-inch barrel fitted with an ASE Utra Jet-2 sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss 8x56 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 10lb. 8oz., nitro proof £250 - 350

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Lot 25 BRNO A .22 HORNET MODEL CZ527 BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 56270 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight removed, the receiver mounted with a Weaver V9-1 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb., nitro proof; together with a Ruger .22 model 10/22 self-loading rifle, no. 231-75277, 15-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss 3-9x36 telescopic sight, half length stock with pistol grip, 14-inch pull, 6lb. 8lb., nitro proof (2) £100 - 200 Lot 26 MAUSER A 7X57MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 67851 22 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and graduated tangent rear sight to 1000, the receiver mounted with a Weaver K4 telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, magazine with detachable floor plate, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling eyes, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof £500 - 700

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Lot 27 ANSCHUTZ A .22 MODEL 1422 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1297058 24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver fitted with dovetail blocks, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof £150 - 250

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Lot 28 MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER A .270 MODEL M72 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9768 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diatal-C 4x32 telescopic sight in quick-detachable swing-off mount, the receiver magazine floor plate engraved with oak leaves surrounding scenes of running deer, bolt with swing safety, double set trigger, the well figured half length stock with carved panels, pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb. 7oz., Austrian nitro proof

Lot 29 MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER A 6.5MM TAKE-DOWN BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 5127 22 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight (folding leaf missing), the receiver mounted with a Goerz Certar 2 3/4x telescopic sight in quick detachable mounts, bolt with flag safety, detachable rotary magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and ribbed steel butt plate, 15 1/4-inch pull, 8lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its canvas case with C. B. Vaughan label £800 - 1200

£800 - 1200

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Lot 30 ENFIELD A .303 NO.1 MARK III BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. T9664 25 1/4-inch barrel with adjustable tangent rear sight, the receiver left wall fitted with a mount for the Periscope Prism Company telescopic sight, the left side impressed with a J7E inspector’s stamp and numbered 9664, the butt socket dated 1915, detachable box magazine with cut-off, side safety and long range dial sights, full length stock with hand guards, nose cap, etc, 13 1/2-inch pull with brass butt plate, cracked at the hand, 9lb. 12oz., nitro proof, the metalwork partially refinished overall

Lot 31 PARKER HALE A 7.62MM M85 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. 00135F 26-inch heavy replacement barrel, the receiver mounted with a tactical telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine missing, the half length green-painted stock with pistol grip, accessory rail, bipod mount and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 17lb. 8oz., nitro proof; together with a new M85 .308 rifle barrel, 25 1/2-inches (2)

£1000 - 1500

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£1000 - 1500

Lot 32 ENFIELD A SCARCE 7.62MM L42 A1 BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. AB8589 27 1/2-inch barrel with fore sight, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight and mounted with its converted no. 32 Mk3 telescopic sight, no. 21194 and further numbered 1240-99-9632063, original markings struck out, in its quick detachable mount numbered to the rifle, the butt socket stamped “M47C, TR” and dated 1944, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the beech fore-end with correctly marked hand guard, 13 1/2-inch stock with beech cheekpiece and alloy butt plate, sling swivels, 12lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its green painted transit case containing its complete equipment schedule £5000 - 7000

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Lot 33 SPRINGFIELD A .30-06 O3 PATTERN BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 872030 24-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Winchester A5 telescope sight, bolt with flag safety, the three quarter length stock with straight hand and steel butt plate, 12 3/4-inch figured stock, 9lb. 7oz., nitro proof, the scope appears to be a later addition, the bolt cannot be opened when the scope is fitted £400 - 600 Lot 34 TIKKA A .270 MODEL M65 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 650-58124 22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight removed, the receiver mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 6x42 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 6oz., nitro proof £150 - 250 33

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Lot 35 SAKO A .22 MODEL PO4R BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. A01200 (THE BARREL NO. 018153) 22-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with an AGS telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 9oz., nitro proof £150 - 250 Lot 36 WALTHER A .22 MODEL G22 LEFT-HANDED SELF-LOADING BULLPUP RIFLE, NO. WP008888 20-inch barrel fitted with its Walther sound moderator, mounted with a Nikko Stirling Platinum telescopic sight, the receiver with detachable box magazine, three quarter length plastic stock, 15-inch pull, German nitro proof £150 - 250

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Lot 37 BLASER A .243 R93 MODEL STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 9/170743, A TWO-BARREL OUTFIT the 22-inch fluted barrel fitted with a Barton Gunworks sound moderator and mounted with a Schmidt & Bender Zenith 2.5-10x56 telescopic sight in quick detachable mounts, the 22-inch interchangeable .308 barrel, no. 9/239434, fitted with a Barton Gunworks sound moderator and mounted with a Swarovski Z4i 3-12x50 telescopic sight, in its quick detachable mounts, the plain frame with straight pull bolt and integral magazine, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels and fitted with a Harris bipod, 11lb. 6oz., German nitro proof

Lot 38 T. T. PROCTOR A FINE .338 WINCHESTER MAGNUM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 135 25 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding moon bead, slotted muzzle break, raised rear sight with folding leaf, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Z6i 2.5-15x44 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, double recoil stud, magazine with hinged base plate, the well figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 15-inch pull, sling swivels, 11lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£2500 - 3500

The rifle was built circa 2001 and appears virtually unused. £1400 - 1800

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Lot 39 STEYR MANNLICHER A .243 MODEL L BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 8487 21 1/2-inch replacement barrel, the receiver mounted with a Pecar Champion 6x45 telescopic sight in quick detachable mount, bolt with side safety, double set triggers, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 14 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof £250 - 400 Lot 40 STEYR MANNLICHER A .243 “SCOUT” MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. SC1048558 20-inch fluted barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Hawke telescopic sight, bolt with central safety and detachable box magazine, the half length black synthetic stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 10oz., Austrian nitro proof 39

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£500 - 700 Lot 41 REMINGTON A 7MM MODEL 770 REM MAG BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 71489308 24-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Bushnell telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 12oz., nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 42 SAUER A .243 MODEL 200 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. H20170 20-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with bases for swing-off scope mounts, detachable box magazine, 14 1/2inch figured stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, folding bipod, 8lb. 6oz., German nitro proof £500 - 700

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Lot 43 REMINGTON A .270 MODEL 700 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. D6227674 22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski 6x42 Habicht telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, folding bipod, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof £300 - 400 Lot 44 MAUSER A .243 MODEL 77 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 03711 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and raised adjustable rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diavari-Z 3-12x56 telescopic sight in swing-off Apel mount, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, sling swivels, 10lb. 2oz., German nitro proof £500 - 800

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Lot 45 A SWISS 10.4X42 VETELLI BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 110063 33-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, the receiver with loading gate and signed “Soc. Ind. Suisse.”, the full length stock with three barrel bands and steel butt plate, 12 1/4-inch pull, 10lb. 12oz. £300 - 500 Lot 46 TIKKA A .223 T3 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 418983 22 1/2-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diavari 3-12x56 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 3oz., nitro proof The rifle appears virtually unused. £800 - 1000

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Lot 47 STEYR MANNLICHER A .243 MODEL L BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 66477 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Nikon Prostaff telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 7lb. 13oz., Austrian nitro proof £600 - 800 Lot 48 REMINGTON A 6.5X55MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. E6541981 25-inch stainless steel barrel, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski 6-24x50 Habicht telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length synthetic stock, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof The stainless steel barrel was fitted by Callum Ferguson and it is fitted with a jewel trigger.

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£600 - 800 Lot 49 BROWNING A BELGIAN .22 TAKE-DOWN SELFLOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 176261 19 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a telescopic sight, tubular magazine, 13 1/2-inch stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 5lb. 5oz., Belgian nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 50 RUGER A 7X57MM M77 MARK II BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 784-14291 22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Leupold 3-9x50 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, 12 1/4-inch stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof £200 - 400

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Lot 51 WINCHESTER A .22 WIN MAG MODEL 9422M LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. F204177 20 1/4-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, full length magazine tube, the plain receiver with scope grooves, 13 3/4-inch stock with maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof The rifle appears new and unused. £250 - 400 Lot 52 MARLIN A .22 MODEL “39 CENTURY LTD” COMMEMORATIVE LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 6991 20-inch octagonal barrel with adjustable rear sight, full length magazine tube, the takedown receiver with commemorative medallion bearing the dates 1870 to 1970, 13-inch stock with brass butt plate, 5lb. 5oz., nitro proof The rifle appears new and unused and is sold with its scope rail and hammer extension. £250 - 400

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Lot 53 PEDERSOLI A REPRODUCTION .75 FLINTLOCK BROWN BESS MUSKET, NO. 11963 42-inch smoothbore barrel, the lock engraved “Grice 1762” and with a crowned ‘GR’, the full length stock with brass furniture, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., black powder proof, ram rod missing

✪ £150 - 200 Lot 54 INVESTARM A .50 REPRODUCTION FLINTLOCK SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 152530 29-inch octagonal barrel with folding leaf sight, the lock with scroll decoration, the half length stock with brass furniture, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 12oz., Italian black powder proof £150 - 200

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Lot 55 CHAPUIS A 7X65R BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR SINGLE BARREL RIFLE, NO. 30267 23 1/2-inch barrel with file-cut rib and raised fore sight, mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 1.5-6x telescopic sight in quick detachable claw mounts, the bolstered scroll back frame and top lever with acanthus scroll engraving and retaining all of its original bright finish, the action base engraved with a deer, the trigger plate signed “J M Smets”, double set triggers, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 14oz., French nitro proof, in its maker’s case

Lot 56 F. A. THEUREUT A CONTINENTAL 16-BORE PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE 37 1/2-inch octagonal multi-groove damascus barrel with plain breech, plain lock and hammer, tang mounted aperture rear sight, double set trigger, the carved full length stock with scroll back trigger guard, boar’s head carved grip, cheekpiece and crescent butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 16lb., Belgian black powder proof

Lot 57 HAENEL AN 8.15X46R SYSTEM AYDT FALLING BLOCK TARGET RIFLE, NO. 22527 31 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the receiver with tang mounted aperture rear sight, double set triggers, 13-inch stock with Tyrolean cheekpiece and hooked butt plate, sling swivels, 12lb. 4oz., German black powder proof, partially re-finished overall

£1000 - 1500

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£800 - 1200

Lot 58 ARMY & NAVY CSL A .300 BOXLOCK EJECTOR ROOK RIFLE, NO. 25403 26-inch octagonal barrel with bead fore sight and folding leaf sights, machined top surface, automatic ejector, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, folding peep sight at the tang, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and cheekpiece, steel butt plate, 8lb. 9oz., black powder proof, bore bulged, sold as an antique and curio only £700 - 900 Lot 59 CHARLES INGRAM A .577 SNIDER ENFIELD RIFLE, NO. 26 37-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the breech block impressed “BSA Co, Snider’s patent”, the plain hammer and lock impressed with the maker’s name, the full length stock with three barrel bands and brass furniture, cleaning rod, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 14oz., black powder proof £400 - 600

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Lot 60 ULBRICH IN DRESDEN A .300 PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE 25 3/4-inch octagonal damascus barrel with folding leaf sight, the breech lined in gold and engraved with a stag, full length ram rod, the hammer and lock with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, double set triggers, the figured half length stock with engraved steel furniture, 13 3/4inch pull, 6lb. 3oz. £600 - 800 Lot 61 A .500 PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE 25 1/2-inch octagonal damascus barrel with folding leaf sight, engraved breech with platinum lines and plug, the barrel with the maker’s mark “JT”, full length ramrod, the hammer and lock with border and scroll engraving around a scene of pheasants, the half length highly figured stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 14-inch pull, 4lb.

14oz., Birmingham black powder proof £600 - 900

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Lot 62 J. & W. TOLLEY A .500 (3-INCH) HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 3018 26-inch damascus barrels with Henry rifling, filecut rib with folding leaf sight, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the action engraved “Charge 4 1/4 Drams”, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 9lb. 11oz., black powder proof, worn and refinished overall

Lot 63 E. M. REILLY & CO. A .500 (3-INCH) HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 20674 28-inch barrels with broad machined rib, folding leaf sight to 300, the rounded frame, nonrebounding back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, sling eyes, 9lb. 4oz., black powder proof, in its maker’s canvas case

Lot 64 JOHN RIGBY & CO. A .500/.577 HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 666 26-inch barrels with file-cut rib and folding leaf sight, the rounded frame, non-rebounding hammers, back locks, rotary underlever and barrel catch with traces of scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch replacement stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 9lb. 4oz., black powder proof, poorly re-finished overall

£2000 - 3000

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Lot 65 J. PURDEY & SONS A FINE .450/.400 SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 15217 28-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with file-cut top surface, bead fore sight and folding leaf sight to 200, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, fences with side clips, bolted safety catch, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and chequered steel butt plate with charge information “3 1/2 drams No.6 powder”, sling swivels, 7lb. 12oz., black powder proof, in its later leather case with reproduction label The makers confirm that the rifle was delivered in September 1896 for W.M. Clarke and was built to match an earlier rifle, no. 14623. The records further note that the rifle was “out in black in 1895” indicating that it was used during that season prior to final engraving and finishing the following year. £10000 - 15000

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Lot 66 THE MAJOR PARTS OF THE CARRIAGES FOR THREE LARGE SCALE MODEL CANNON comprising: six artillery wheels, three carriages, two axles and various machined brass fittings and parts for the completion of the carriages, wheels 20-inch diameter

Lot 67 J. BLANCH & SON A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with lift-out barrel compartments blocked for 28-inch barrels

Lot 68 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels £150 - 250

£200 - 400

Lot 69 WILLIAM POWELL & SON A BRASSBOUND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments blocked for 28-inch barrels, probably re-lined, reproduction label £200 - 400

£600 - 800

Lot 70 A. WOOD A FINE CUSTOM MADE STALKING KNIFE the 3 1/2-inch highly polished single edge hollow ground blade numbered 86 and engraved with the maker’s name, the brass ferrule engraved with buffalo, smooth grip plates with lanyard loop, in its leather sheath

Lot 71 ARMY & NAVY A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels £200 - 400

Lot 72 WESTLEY RICHARDS A LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, handle missing; together with an Alex Henry leather case, with compartment for 30-inch barrels (2) £200 - 400

Lot 73 E. J. CHURCHILL A LIGHTWEIGHT ‘VC’ LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 25-inch barrels; together with a brassbound oak and leather gun case, with compartment for 30-inch barrels, C. B. Vaughan label (2) £200 - 400

£300 - 500

Lot 74 A HIGHLY FIGURED EXHIBITION GRADE WALNUT STOCK BLANK including matching fore-end wood (2) The vendor states that he purchased this from Asprey when they closed their gun room.

Lot 75 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A PAIR OF .375 RIMLESS SNAP CAPS together with a similar pair of .375 rimmed snap caps (4) £200 - 300

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Lot 76 SWAROVSKI AN 8X50 HABICHT TELESCOPIC SIGHT

Lot 77 ZEISS AN 8X56 DIATAL ZA TELESCOPIC SIGHT

£150 - 250

£150 - 250

Lot 78 AJACK A GERMAN 2.5X70 TELESCOPIC SIGHT together with three further telescopic sights by Bushnell, Deben and Lesley Hewett (4)

Lot 79 A GROUP OF SIX GUNMAKERS OIL BOTTLES various patterns, including examples

by Purdey, Hawkesley and Cogswell & Harrison (6)

Lot 80 A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, together with snap caps, cleaning rods, etc

£150 - 200

£150 - 250

£100 - 200

Lot 81 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER TRIPLE GUN CASE with label for gun nos. 21064, 5 & 6, the lift-out barrel compartment with compartments for 29-inch barrels, the lid impressed G. J. R. C. Scots Grays £500 - 700

Lot 82 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE with compartments blocked for 29-inch barrels £300 - 500

Lot 83 WILLIAM POWELL A CASED SHOTGUN CLEANING KIT the walnut case containing rod, brushes, turnscrews, chamber brush, etc; together with a cased set of eight drinking glasses; and a canvas cartridge magazine (3)

Lot 84 PURDEY A LEATHER CARTRIDGE BAG of rapid load pattern; together with three further cartridge bags (4)

Lot 85 A LEATHER DOUBLE GUN SLIP together with two full length leather gun slips by Parsons (3) £200 - 400

£200 - 400

£300 - 500

Lot 86 A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with straps and dividers; together with a full length leather gun slip (2) £350 - 500

Lot 87 H. HOLLAND A BRASSBOUND ROSEWOOD GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, suitable for a percussion gun, leather-lined interior, the H. Holland label pasted over an earlier smaller label, some veneers lifting

Lot 88 A WELL FIGURED WALNUT STOCK BLANK

Lot 89 A WELL FIGURED WALNUT STOCK BLANK

£400 - 600

£300 - 500

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Lot 90 A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE of Bryant type, with compartments blocked for 29-inch barrels £300 - 500

Lot 91 JOSEPH LANG A BRASSBOUND OAK GUN CASE for a pair of breech-loading guns, the lift-out barrel compartment for 31-inch barrels; together with a broken gun stock (2)

Lot 92 TEALES A LEATHER DOUBLE GUN SLIP with straps to be used as two singles or a double, appears new and unused; together with a Beretta double guncase

£250 - 400

£100 - 200

Lot 94 HEYM A PAIR OF .458 WIN MAG BARRELS, NO. 81961, FOR A DOUBLE BARRELLED RIFLE 25-inches with ramp fore sight, machined short raised rib with folding Express sights, crossbolt extension, the breeches lined in gold, German nitro proof £300 - 500

Lot 93 A GROUP OF FIVE LEG-OFMUTTON GUN CASES with compartments for 30-inch barrels (one for 28-inch barrels) £100 - 200

Lot 95 WALTER GEHMANN THREE KIPLAUF RIFLE BARRELS, NOS. 204177, 205177 AND 207177 the interchangeable 28-inch barrels in the calibres .458 Win Mag, .340 Weatherby Mag and 7mm Rem Mag respectively, each with machined top surfaces and ramp fore sights, fixed rear sight and bases for quick detachable claw mounts, Kersten bolt extensions and individual fore-ends, Austrian nitro proof (3) £300 - 500

Lot 96 ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL A .338 SOUND MODERATOR, NO. 0821 suitable for an L115 A3 sniper rifle £200 - 300

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Lot 97 ACCLES & SHELVOKE LTD A .177 ACKVOKE AIR PISTOL 7 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with ribbed grips and loading lever, retaining much original finish overall; together with a similar example (2)

Lot 98 ACCLES & SHELVOKE LTD A .177 “WARRIOR” MODEL AIR PISTOL 7-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and side loading lever, the frame with chequered composition grips, cleaned bright overall

£200 - 300

£100 - 200

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Lot 99 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 “PATRIOT” MODEL FAC AIR RIFLE, NO. 854710 18 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and ramp fore sight, threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with dove-tail grooves and pushforward safety catch, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz. £50 - 80

Lot 100 BSA A .22 “SUPERSPORT” UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. RH07492 18 1/2-inch barrel with rotary breech, the receiver mounted with a Tasco telescopic sight, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 12oz; together with a BSA .22 “Airsporter” underlever air rifle, no. GD24416 (2)

Lot 101 AIR ARMS A .22 TX200 UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. 10009 15 1/2-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a telescopic sight, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 10lb. 2oz.; together with an Original .177 model 5 air pistol (2) £150 - 200

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Lot 102 BOSS & CO. THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5160 the square back frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock, including 1/2-inch extension, in its leather Brady case The maker confirms that the gun was built as the No.2 gun of a trio with half pistol grip stocks, circa 1903. The 29-inch barrels may be made available for sleeving.

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 103 J. PURDEY & SONS A FINE PAIR OF LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 24221/2 28-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, 14-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case with maker’s instruction booklet, etc, contained within a modern aluminium flight case The maker confirms that the guns were built in1930 for T.A. Forslind. The guns remain in a little used and exceptionally original condition. The guns were previously sold at Sotheby’s Gleneagles auction on 31st August 1987 for £39,600. The guns have remained unused since.

✪ £20000 - 30000

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Lot 104 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 27963/4 29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, an additional pair of interchangeable 29-inch heavy choke barrels by the maker for the No.1 gun with 2 3/4-inch chambers about full and full choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much of their original bright coin finish, lined cocking indicators, ribbed triggers, No.1 gun with 15 1/2-inch highly figured stock with leather covered recoil pad, the No.2 gun with 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with slim rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case and leather barrel case The maker confirms that the guns were built in built in 1973 with a pair of additional 2 ¾-inch chamber barrels for the No.1 gun.They were engraved by Martin Bublik.

✪ £24000 - 28000

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Lot 105 BOSS & CO. A PAIR OF 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 8921/2 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather motor case The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1953. They have remained in one family from new.

✪ £24000 - 28000

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Lot 106 AYA A PAIR OF 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 460357/8 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke and improved choke borings respectively, file-cut Churchill ribs, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers (numbered 4 and 5), with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front triggers and rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/2-inch well figured stocks, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof, leather leg-of-mutton case

Lot 107 J. BLANCH & SON A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6965/6 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks with 3/4-inch ribbed ebonite extensions, 6lb. 15oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case

The guns were built as part of a larger set.

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The guns appear to have been built on Spanish actions in 1970.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 108 BOSS & CO. A PAIR OF 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5923/4 No.1 gun with 29-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, No.2 gun with 29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks including chequered butt plates, No.1 gun stock probably a maker’s replacement, 7lb. 4oz. and 6lb. 8oz. respectively, nitro proof (No.2 gun re-proofed), No.1 gun rejointing recommended, No.2 gun left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1910. The replacement barrels for the No.1 gun were fitted in 1966.

✪ £14000 - 18000

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Lot 109 GEORGE GIBBS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. C588/9 27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, bores marked and dented, No.2 gun re-jointing recommended, in their maker’s oak and leather case

✪ £3500 - 5000

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Lot 110 STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7378 AND 7483 No.1 gun with 30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, No.2 gun with 30-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frames, locks and top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, fluted fences, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stocks including 1 1/4-inch extensions, 6lb. 12oz., No.2 gun re-jointing recommended, nitro `re-proof, in their maker’s case

✪ £4000 - 6000

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Lot 111 A. A. BROWN & SONS A PAIR OF LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE “SUPREME DELUXE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NO. 79739/40 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, the slightly rounded frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining much of their original bright finish, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/8-inch well figured stocks, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s leather case with canvas outer cover The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1983 as a pair of lightweight guns with bright silver finish.

✪ £10000 - 15000

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Lot 112 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 31592/3 26 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the additional 26 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels for the No.1 gun with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with acanthus scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, 14 1/2-inch highly replacement stocks, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, barrel wall thickness marginal, No.2 left barrel marginally in proof (.740 plug will not pass), in their lightweight leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built circa 1928 and appear to pre-date the term “Royal Brevis” that was introduced in 1930. The additional barrels for the No.1 gun were fitted in 1965.

✪ £8000 - 12000

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Lot 113 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A LIGHTWEIGHT MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL BREVIS” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 33011/33123 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 5/8-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with fine acanthus scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/4-inch well figured stocks including 3/4-inch ebonite extensions, 6lb. 1oz., nitro proof (No.2 gun re-proofed), barrrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker’s leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1935 and 1936 respectively for Mr Duncan McMartin of Montreal, Canada.

✪ £14000 - 18000

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Lot 114 P. BERETTA A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE “GIUBILEO II” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDE PLATED EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. S09665A/S09677A 28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers with foliate scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, selective single triggers, 15 1/4inch highly figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 7lb., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather covered cases The guns were completed in 2006 and 2007 respectively and appear little used.

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 115 STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT “TWELVE-TWENTY” SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17071/2 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, fluted fences, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks including leather-covered recoil pads, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s oak and leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built circa 1932 and are among the first guns built on the lightweight Baker action to carry the Stephen Grant name.

✪ £10000 - 15000

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Lot 116 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 22165/6 30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4, improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings respectively, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with acanthus scroll engraving, 15 1/2-inch figured stocks, cast off for central vision and including 3/4-inch extensions, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

Lot 117 RIZZINI A PAIR OF 12-BORE BR550 ROUND BODY MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 99247/8 30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, the rounded frames and gold numbered top levers with bold acanthus scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, selective single triggers, 15 3/4-inch figured stocks slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, including rubber recoil pads, 7lb. 8oz., superior nitro proof for steel shot, in their lightweight plastic gun case with J. Roberts & Son label, spare chokes, etc

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1900 and have remained in the same family from new.

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The guns were built in 2017 and are proofed for steel shot.

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 118 WILLIAM POWELL & SON A PAIR OF PATENT 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 8816/7 28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames and numbered patent lift-up thumb levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stocks with semi pistol grips and leather covered recoil pads, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound leather case

Lot 119 W. R. PAPE A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 13089 AND 13493 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, mid extensions, the frames and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stocks, No.1 with slight crack to the top horn and 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s leather case with canvas outer cover

✪ £1000 - 1500

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 120 WILLIAM EVANS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17230/1 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extensions and sunken game ribs, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with foliate scroll engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stocks, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case

Lot 121 WESTLEY RICHARDS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15901/2 30-inch lined damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the scroll back frames and patent gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, selective single triggers, 14-inch well figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, No.2 gun pegged at the head, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, oak and leather case

✪ £1000 - 2000

The original barrels have been re-lined by Teague.

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 122 JOSEPH LANG & SON A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 20866/7 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll backed frames and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within an arched banner, 15-inch highly figured stocks including original slim recoil pads, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in a brassbound oak and leather case with John Dickson & Son label, the exterior impressed with the owner’s name “Sir Adrian Baillie, Bt” The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1972. They remain virtually unused.

✪ £3500 - 5000

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Lot 123 WILLIAM EVANS A PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 9009/10 30-inch lined barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plates, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, in their maker’s leather case

Lot 124 WILLIAM EVANS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9342 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with bold scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case

The bores were re-lined by Teague.

The maker confirms that it was the No.2 of a pair of guns built in 1910.

✪ £1000 - 1500

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 125 J. BLANCH & SON A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5798 27-inch replacement barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, trigger guard cracked at the bow

✪ £1000 - 1500 Lot 126 J. BLANCH & SON A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6216 30-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15-inch well figured replacement stock, 7lb., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £1800 - 2400

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Lot 127 H. S. GREENFIELD A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1871 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £1800 - 2400 Lot 128 WILLIAM POWELL & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12254 28-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 129 WILLIAM POWELL & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12026 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 130 AYA A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 601654 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 5/8 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with bold scroll engraving and retaining all of its original brass finish, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 5/8-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case The gun appears relatively little used.

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Lot 131 AYA A 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 487768 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about recessed and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable lock and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., Spanish nitro proof, vinyl covered case

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 132 AYA A 12-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 368872 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with floral engraving surrounded by scrollwork and flowing ribbons, retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, cracked and glued at the hand, 6lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case with maker’s label 131 54

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✪ £300 - 500

Lot 133 AYA A 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 491852 26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front triggers, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof, canvas case

✪ £1000 - 1500 Lot 134 EDGAR PERKES A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1239 28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and recessed choke borings, top extension and file-cut rib, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

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✪ £200 - 400 Lot 135 C. MODE A PARIS A BELGIAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5749 28 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, the arcaded fences with side clips, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 136 A BELGIAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3158 26 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the bolstered frame, locks and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 7lb., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 137 W. R. LEESON & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1434 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, probably shortened, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s case

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 138 ROSSON & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 29261 28-inch replacement barrels, spuriously signed with the maker’s name, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and full choke borings, mid extension, the frame, lock and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15-inch highly figured stock with inset slightly raised comb and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in a leather Brady case

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✪ £1400 - 1800 Lot 139 F. P. BAKER & CO. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 82163 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1800 - 2400 Lot 140 CHARLES BOSWELL A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17899 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 16-inch figured replacement stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, fore-end wood cracked and repaired, lever catch escutcheon broken at the rear

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Lot 141 HENRY ATKIN A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 443 28-inch shortened barrels with recessed choke borings, the square back frame and locks with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/8-inch well figured stock slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £1400 - 1800 Lot 142 CHARLES HELLIS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4190 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof The gun is sold with some original correspondence confirming that the gun was built in 1938 and was sold in virtually unused condition in 1957 for £84.00.

✪ £2000 - 3000 Lot 143 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11259 27-inch replacement barrels by another, with 2 3/4-inch chambers about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame, leg-of-mutton shaped locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with ribbed ebonite butt plate, sling swivels, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight Brady case

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✪ £1000 - 1500 Lot 144 MERKEL A GERMAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 785290 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame, backlock and top lever with bold scroll engraving, fences with side clips, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 7lb. 5oz., German nitro proof

✪ £1200 - 1800

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Lot 145 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE ‘B’ QUALITY SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 21201 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, replacement fore-end wood, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built as a ‘B’ quality gun in 1915. A file of service receipts, etc is included with the gun.

✪ £2500 - 3500

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Lot 146 A. A. BROWN & SONS A 12-BORE “SUPREME DELUXE” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 79758 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, gold washed Holland & Holland type self-opening mechanism, the breeches inlaid with gold scrollwork, the slightly rounded frame, locks and top lever engraved with fine foliate scrollwork and retaining much of its original bright finish, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold washed lockwork and triggers, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guard, the trigger plates signed by the engraver, “W. Howe”, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock, 6lb.

13oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1987 and that the customer specified an extra long fore-end and that the weight of the gun was to be between the hands. The scrollwork was engraved by Walter Howe and the gold inlaid breeches by Keith Thomas.

✪ £9000 - 12000

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Lot 147 MERKEL A GERMAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 790526 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, the bolstered fences with side clips, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 7lb. 4oz., German nitro proof

Lot 148 CHUBBS, LONDON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10101 27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of game in landscapes, the maker’s name signed within a panel and retaining some original hardening colour, the fences carved with acorn and oak leaves, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including 1 1/2-inch figured extension, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof

✪ £1200 - 1800

The gun bears the initials ‘DJD’ indicating that this is one of a small number of guns built for Chubbs by renowned gunmaker David Dryhurst at the beginning of his career.

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Lot 149 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE “BADMINTON” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 34792 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine foliate scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 15oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case The proof marks indicate that the gun was built in 1972 and it appears very little used. The initials ‘DJD’ indicate the involvement of gunmaker David Dryhurst in the gun’s manufacture.

✪ £6000 - 8000

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Lot 150 WILLIAM POWELL & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11038 29-inch replacement barrels, numbered 15443, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frames, locks and gold numbered top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 151 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 92257 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 10oz.. nitro proof

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Lot 152 THOMAS HORSLEY A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3783 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, back action bar locks and numbered top lever with border engraving, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in its leather case with H. Clarke & Sons label The gun was built in 1904 for Colonel W. F. Storey at a cost of £45.

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 153 CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE PATENT SELF-OPENING BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7149 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, backlocks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the top lever possibly a replacement, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, in its canvas case with reproduction maker’s label

✪ £1500 - 1800

Lot 154 BOSS & CO. A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5258 29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and improved cylinder choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/2-inch well figured stock with half pistol grip and including 1 1/8-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1907 with 29-inch barrels with half pistol hand and cylinder and special choke borings.

✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 155 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SIDE LEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12429 28-inch sleeved barrels, spuriously signed with the maker’s name, with 2 3/4-inch chambers about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, backlocks and side lever with game scene engraving surrounded by fine scrollwork, 15 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, brassbound oak and leather case with Holland & Holland label The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1889.

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 156 AYA A 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16-03-439-98 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and improved cylinder choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original bright finish, the trigger plate signed by the engraver “V. Unirsan”, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, articulated front trigger, 15 3/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 7lb., Spanish nitro proof (1200 bar)

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Lot 157 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 29578 30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, left bore slightly marked The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1915.

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 158 T. MURCOTT A 12-BORE PATENT MOUSETRAP LEVER-COCKING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2585 29 1/2-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and push forward underlever with scroll engraving, patent safety, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with heel and toe plates, with some repairs and let-in comb to replace a leather cushion, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof

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The gun is built to patent 1003 of 1871. Murcott’s ‘mousetrap’ action is considered to be the turning point of modern gun development and was the first successful hammerless gun when it entered the market place in 1871.

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 159 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 19928 30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, 15-inch highly figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in its maker’s canvas case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1911 for Col Mulrooney.

✪ £2500 - 3500

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Lot 160 GUNMARK A 12-BORE “KESTREL” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 361549 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, 13 1/2-inch stock, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £80 - 120 Lot 161 T. WILD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 20089 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case with William Ford label

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Lot 162 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 500 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 95576 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb.

3oz., nitro proof, canvas case with Russell Hilsdon label

✪ £250 - 350 Lot 163 W. W. GREENER A 12-BORE FH35 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68464 28-inch replacement barrels by Benjamin Wild & Son, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame and top lever with scroll engraving, non-automatic side safety, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

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Lot 164 BSA A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 37377 28-inch dove-tail chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever with impressed BSA piled arms trademark, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb.

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✪ £100 - 200 Lot 165 FRANZ SODIA A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 481.50 26 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 5/8 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving surrounding woodland scenes of game, retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, sling swivels, 6lb. 8oz., Austrian nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

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Lot 166 AYA A 12-BORE “BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK” MODEL EJECTOR GUN, NO. 552332 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much of its original bright finish, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its home made wooden case

✪ £400 - 600 Lot 167 AYA A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 530361 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and improved cylinder borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 168 OGDEN, SMITH & HUSSEY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4004 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including 2 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500 Lot 169 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 57365 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

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Lot 170 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 24059 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 13 1/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, right bore lightly marked, left bore dented

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 171 C. S. ROSSON & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3587 27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15-inch highly figured stock, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof

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Lot 172 HENRY ATKIN A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1116 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension and file-cut Churchill rib, the scroll back frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some hardening colour, the fences carved with roses, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, in its leather case

✪ £700 - 1000 Lot 173 GALLYON & SONS LTD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11946 25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and gold numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

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Lot 174 ARTHUR TURNER A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11395 25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500 Lot 175 HENRY MONK A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 192914 25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension and machined Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some hardening colour, arcaded fences, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 15oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 800

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Lot 176 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR EJECTOR” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 27641 29-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, side plates and numbered top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, leather case

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 177 CHARLES HELLIS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2733 29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, top extension, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, in its leather case, right bore pitted The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1917.

✪ £500 - 800

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Lot 178 CHARLES OSBORNE & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 37038 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, retaining virtually all of its renewed hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stock including chequered horn butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, in its re-lined and recovered oak and leather case The gun has been refinished overall to a very high standard.

✪ £1500 - 1800 Lot 179 W. & C. SCOTT A 12-BORE “BOWOOD” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 146430 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s canvas case The gun was built in 1980 and appears little used.

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Lot 180 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL ASSISTEDOPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 29635 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, plain frame and top lever, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb.

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✪ £200 - 400 Lot 181 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL ASSISTEDOPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 29519 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, right bore marked, leather case with reproduction label

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 182 W. W. GREENER A 12-BORE DH25 GRADE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 69040 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, crossbolt extension and engraved breeches, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, automatic side safety, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch horn ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leatherbound canvas case

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✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 183 MERKEL A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 738457 27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the bolstered scroll backed frame engraved with scrollwork around woodland scenes, fences with side clips, cocking indicators, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 6lb. 15oz., German nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 184 MERKEL A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 748188 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the bolstered scrollback frame with scroll engraving around woodland scenes, the fences with side clips, cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 7lb., German nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 185 J. & W. TOLLEY A 12-BORE 2-INCH BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 87986 27-inch sleeved barrels with 2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, the rib inlaid in gold “For 2-inch Case Only”, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within an arched banner, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 2 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 8oz., nitro proof, bores marked

✪ £350 - 500 Lot 186 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “SANDHURST” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 64789 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, cast off for central vision, 7lb. 5oz., nitro proof, left ejector requires regulation

✪ £350 - 500

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Lot 187 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 26530 30-inch replacement barrels by the maker (no. 42895), with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a panel, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof

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Lot 188 WINCHESTER A 12-BORE “SUPERGRADE” SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. PWK005918 28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch magnum chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, selective single trigger, 14-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, beaver tail fore-end, 7lb. 1oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800 Lot 189 AYA A 12-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 502741 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, file cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with floral scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

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Lot 190 E. J. CHURCHILL A 12-BORE “REGAL” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4644 25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch figured stock including ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, canvas case with William Evans label

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 191 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 21584 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about recessed and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, brassbound leather case

✪ £250 - 400

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Lot 192 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 21756 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, oak and leather double case with Cogswell & Harrison label

✪ £250 - 400 Lot 193 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “MARKOR” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 70616 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/2inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb.

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Lot 194 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 126859 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 195 AYA A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 534983 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 196 J. HARPER A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1430 28-inch replacement barrels by Midland Gun Co., with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, leather case

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 197 BOZARD & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8913 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof, in its canvas Brady case

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 198 AYA A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 539841 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500 Lot 199 W. HORTON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2596 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch highly figured replacement stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 700

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Lot 200 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 130810 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 201 DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14091 27-inch chamber sleeved barrels with 2 1/2inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the rib engraved “Dickson & Son, Edinburgh”, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

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✪ £250 - 400 Lot 202 ALEX HENRY & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO VISIBLE SERIAL NUMBER 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, Churchill rib, mid extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., nitro proof, bores marked and dented

✪ £250 - 400

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Lot 203 WILLIAM FORD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7503 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining some hardening colour, the maker’s name signed in gold within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, re-jointing recommended

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 204 AYA A 12-BORE “YEOMAN” MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 348497 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined rib, the plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., Spanish nitro proof; together with a Gunmark “Kestrel” boxlock ejector gun, no. 376896 (2)

✪ £80 - 120 Lot 205 W. C. CARSWELL LTD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 87167 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case with William Powell label

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 206 ARMY & NAVY CSL A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68654 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., bores slightly marked, nitro proof, in its canvas case

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 207 ARMY & NAVY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 42587 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof; together with an AyA 12-bore “Yeoman” model boxlock non-ejector gun, no. 562356 (2)

✪ £150 - 250

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Lot 208 CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE COLONIAL QUALITY BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5356 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with faint traces of hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof; together with an E. Rizzini 12-bore over and under gun, no. 57688 (2)

✪ £150 - 250

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Lot 209 PARKER BROS. A 12-BORE GH GRADE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 163404 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with doll’s head extension, the rounded frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving surrounding scenes of game birds, retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, butt plate chipped and cracked, 7lb. 9oz., nitro proof, left bore dented, leg-of mutton leather case

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 210 W. R. PAPE A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10590 28 1/2-inch shortened damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, fluted fences, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof, right bore pitted, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 211 MIDLAND GUN CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 28684 32-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and full choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever engraved with scenes of dogs in landscapes, surrounded by scrollwork, retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 7lb. 5oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 212 JOHN DICKSON & SON A PAIR OF 12-BORE ROUND ACTION EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5392/3 No.1 gun with 28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, No.2 gun with 29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extensions, the rounded frames and numbered top levers with foliate scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch well figured stocks, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, No.2 gun left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker’s brassbound leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built in August 1902 and the replacement barrels were fitted to the No.1 gun in 1989.

✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 213 JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE ROUND ACTION EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4674 27 1/2-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, trigger plate and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, cocking studs, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with semi pistol grip including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case, re-jointing recommended The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1894 with 27 1/2-inch barrels.

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 214 T. BLAND & SON A 12-BORE (3-INCH) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18036 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 7lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £150 - 250 Lot 215 HATSAN A 12-BORE (3 1/2-INCH) MAGNUM SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. 444363 26-inch barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, fitted with extended choke tube, machined ventilated rib, restricted magazine capacity, 14 1/2-inch synthetic stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, retaining all of its original camouflage finish overall, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s carton

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 216 RALPH GRANT A SPANISH 8-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 365665 32-inch barrels with 3 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, machined solid rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, beaver tail fore-end, 10lb., nitro re-proof

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✪ £300 - 500 Lot 217 A 4-BORE PERCUSSION PUNT GUN 65-inch damascus barrel, crudely converted from flintlock, the lock indistinctly signed “Anderssen”, two crude barrel bands, the half length stock with 12 1/2-inch pull and holes for breeching ropes £500 - 700

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Lot 218 GEORGE GIBBS A SCARCE 8-BORE GIBBS & PITT PATENT LEVER COCKING GUN, NO. E126 33-inch damascus barrels with 3 1/4-inch chambers, about extra full choke borings, the rounded frame and push-forward underlever with border engraving, the top surface engraved “Gibbs & Pitt Patent No. 180, Bristol”, bolted side safety, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 10lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked £3000 - 5000

Lot 219 A PERCUSSION L-BORE PUNT GUN BARREL the 88-inch octagonal to round grey painted barrel with breeching trunnions and swivel loop, breech with fitted tang £300 - 500

Lot 220 A PERCUSSION B-BORE PUNT GUN the 102-inch grey-painted two-stage barrel with drum and nipple breech, plain hammer and lock, mechanism defective, grey-painted stock with provision for breeching rope £300 - 500

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Lot 221 THOMAS HORSLEY A RARE 4-BORE PATENT HAMMER GUN, NO. 1923 42-inch damascus barrels with 4 1/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rib engraved with patent nos. 2410 and 1138, the frame, non-rebounding locks, hammers and patent sliding top lever with border engraving, the hammers with cams for the self-retracting strikers, retaining traces of original finish, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including leather-covered recoil pad incorporating a 1-inch extension, 18lb. 14oz., black powder proof, in its maker’s brassbound case with lift-out ammunition tray The serial number indicates that the gun was built circa 1871. £9000 - 12000

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Lot 222 A BELGIAN 8-BORE LIVE PIGEON GUN, NO. 7492 31 1/2-inch blacked damascus barrels with 3 1/2-inch chambers, about extra full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the machined rib signed in gold “Fusil Hercule Quadruple Verrou Damas Boston”, the frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving around pigeons in flight, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and perished rubber recoil pad, 11lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, sling swivels removed from the barrel

Lot 223 C. HELLIS & SONS AN 8-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3922 36-inch barrels with 3 1/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

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Lot 224 EDWINSON GREEN & SON A FINE 10-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6834 33-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 7/8-inch chambers, about extra full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and top lever with very fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the left lock engraved with the heraldic shield of the State of Dungarpur and a motto, the action base engraved with flighting duck, single trigger, 13 1/2-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 9lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case, the lid inscribed “Dungarpur” The gun was built for Sir Lakshman Singh, GCIE, KCSI, the last ruling Maharaja of Dungarpur. £3000 - 5000

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Lot 225 W. RICHARDS A 4-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 7643 40 1/4-inch damascus barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the rounded frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 13 1/2-inch figured stock including 2-inch rubber recoil pad, 13lb. 7oz., black powder proof

Lot 226 T. MURCOTT A 4-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 6800 41-inch damascus barrel with 4-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever with border engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 16lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof

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Lot 227 AN ENGLISH .410 SINGLE BARREL FOLDING HAMMER GUN, NO. 65614 26-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the frame with central hammer and side lever, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 3lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £50 - 80 Lot 228 BAKER A 14-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN 29 3/4-inch damascus barrels with gold lined breeches, the non-rebounding bar lock and hammers with scroll engraving around scenes of game, engraved furniture, 14 1/4-inch stock with steel butt plate, 7lb.. black powder proof £200 - 400 Lot 229 W. H. BLANCH A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 289 27 1/2-inch shortened damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof

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✪ £500 - 700 Lot 230 MORTIMER & SON A .410 HAMMER GUN, NO. 8079, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE 28-inch round to octagonal barrel with 2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the plain frame with side lever and central hammer and retaining some original finish, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 3lb. 13oz., black powder proof

✪ £80 - 120

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Lot 231 ARTHUR TURNER A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 15138 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 15oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 232 WILLIAM POWELL A 12-BORE BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 4558 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent lift-up thumb lever with border engraving, 14-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof, right bore pitted, in its canvas case

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Lot 233 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A .410 SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 18585, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE 26-inch round to octagonal barrel with 3-inch chamber, about 1/4 choke boring, the plain frame, central hammer and side lever retaining virtually all of its renewed hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with steel butt plate, 3lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, in its canvas case with modern Holland & Holland label

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 234 JAMES ADSETT A SCARCE 12-BORE PATENT LEVER COCKING NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2075 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, flat top rib, the rounded frame and push-down underlever with fine scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, bolted safety lever, 14-inch figured replacement stock with chequered heel plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof, bores lightly marked, oak and leather case The gun appears to conform to J. Adsett’s patent, 1981 of 1877. The patent use no. 12 is engraved on the rib.

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Lot 235 THOMAS HORSLEY & SON A 12-BORE PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 2122 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rib engraved with the patent nos. 2410 and 1138, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and numbered sliding top lever with fine scroll engraving, the hammers with cams for the patent self-retracting strikers, the fences with distinctive loaded indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 7lb., left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, bores lightly marked, black powder proof The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built in 1873 and incorporates the three key Horsley features, namely the patent sliding bolt, self-retracting strikers and loaded indicators. The function of the self-retracting strikers appears to have been disabled when the gun was converted to a re-bounding lock.

✪ £1800 - 2400

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Lot 236 MIDLAND GUN CO. A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 9715 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke boring, machined rib with top extension, the frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with game scene engraving within lined borders, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof; together with an E. Rizzini 20-bore single trigger over and under ejector gun, no. 53856 (2)

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 237 CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE COLONIAL QUALITY TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 5959 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £300 - 500 Lot 238 MUNDUS STAHL A BELGIAN 16-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 77481 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame, back locks, rebounding hammers and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof; together with the major parts of a 12-bore hammer gun

by Ward & Son, no. 9335 (2)

✪ £100 - 200

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Lot 239 T. BLAND & SONS A 20-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 7396 26 1/2-inch shortened damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the plain rounded frame, nonrebounding hammers, backlocks and rotary underlever retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 5lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 240 PURDEY A 12-BORE BAR-IN-WOOD TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 8712 30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, with numerous cracks and repairs to the bottom right horn and base of the action, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1872 as the No.2 gun of a pair for Mr P. Saltmarshe.

✪ £1500 - 2000 Lot 241 E. PATON & SON A 20-BORE SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2855 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the rib signed “P. Webley & Son”, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and side lever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350 Lot 242 JOHN EMME A 16-BORE PATENT HAMMER GUN, NO. 1713 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, slightly cracked below the right lock, 7lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof

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✪ £300 - 500 Lot 243 W. H. POLLARD & SONS A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8454 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, bores marked

✪ £400 - 600

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Lot 244 J. S. SHARPE A COMPOSED PAIR OF 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 2779/H21159 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 and improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings respectively, doll’s head extensions, the frames and top levers with border engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, No.1 gun with 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension and rubber recoil pad, No.2 gun with 13 3/4-inch stock, recoil pad missing, 6lb., nitro proof, No.1 gun bores pitted

Lot 245 FRANC SODIA A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 33.163 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 2oz., Austrian nitro proof

✪ £600 - 800

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✪ £300 - 500

Lot 246 JOHN ROBERTSON A SCARCE PAIR OF 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 8205/6 27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the ribs signed with the 41 Albermarle St address, the frames and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, No.1 gun with 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, No.2 gun with 15 3/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 15oz. and 6lb. respectively, nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case with Boss & Co label The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1934. John Robertson was the owner of Boss & Co and retailed a line of boxlocks exclusively for sale to his existing clientele.

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 247 BOSS & CO. A FINE 16-BORE ROUND BODY ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9442 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 14-inch highly figured stock, 6lb., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with canvas outer cover The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1968. The gun appears very little used and retains virtually all of its original finish.

✪ £8000 - 12000

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Lot 248 CHARLES LANCASTER A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14122 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rib engraved “A&W Special Hammerless Ejector”, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with scroll engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 4oz.. nitro proof, right bore pitted, in its maker’s double leather case

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 249 CHARLES LANCASTER A 16-BORE “GRADE E” BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13876 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock pegged at the head, ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, bores pitted and dented

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Lot 250 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 16-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11159 28-inch replacement chopper-lump barrels by another, the tubes spuriously signed, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 15 1/4-inch well figured replacement stock and fore-end wood, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, canvas case with reproduction maker’s label The maker confirm that the gun was built in 1887 for Henry Ernest Hollins. The replacement barrels and stock were fitted in 2003.

✪ £2000 - 3000 Lot 251 H. C. LITTLE & SON A 16-BORE SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 46928 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, back locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof

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Lot 252 THOMAS BLAND & SONS A 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17882 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250 Lot 253 A BELGIAN 20-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3410 27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, file-cut rib, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the trigger plate signed by the engraver “R. Baptiste”, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 1/2-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 7lb., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 254 W. HORTON A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2654 26-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, sunken game rib and top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 13 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 1oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 255 E. CHAMBERLAIN A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4218 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch figured replacement stock with semi pistol grip, 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof, leather case with John Blanch & Son label

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 256 ARRIETA A 20-BORE “REGALE SABEL” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 32440 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original bright finish, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 2oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 257 LINSLEY BROS. A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1987 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining traces of original hardening colour, arcaded fences, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with ribbed horn butt plate, 5lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, leather case with Manton & Co. label

✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 258 AYA A 28-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTION GUN, NO. 490957 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 13 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 1oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400 Lot 259 WATSON BROS. A 28-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6117 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the blacked frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, fore-end catch defective, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum 258 98

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✪ £500 - 700

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Lot 260 T. BLAND & SON A FINE 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 19080 26-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, flat top rib, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 8oz., nitro proof

Lot 261 LEBEAU-COURALLY A 20-BORE MODEL BSL BROWNING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 938CS02018 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving around scenes of game in flight, retaining much of its original bright finish, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 1oz., Belgian nitro proof

The gun was completed in 1974 and appears little used.

✪ £1500 - 1800

The Browning BSL model is built by Lebeau-Courally. This example appears very little used.

✪ £2500 - 3500

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Lot 262 AN ENGLISH .410 BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR GUN, NO. B1 26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and with a vacant scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including ribbed butt plate, 4lb. 9oz., nitro proof, bores lightly marked

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 263 R. BLANTON A .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 706 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 12 3/4-inch figured stock, 4lb. 6oz., recent nitro re-proof, bores slightly marked

✪ £1500 - 2500

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Lot 264 YILDIZ A .410 SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. D2771 28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib, the frame and top lever with border decoration, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof The gun appears little used.

✪ £250 - 400 Lot 265 AN ENGLISH .410 BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and improved cylinder choke borings, the frame with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/8-inch well figured stock, 4lb. 4oz., nitro proof, in its canvas case with Boss & Co. label The vendor recalls that the gun was always referred to in the family as the .410 Boss.

It is possible that the gun was sold by them but it bears no makers or retailers markings.

✪ £700 - 900 264 100

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Lot 266 RIZZINI A PAIR OF 28-BORE “ARTEMIS” SMALL ACTION SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 49735/6 29 1/4-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined solid ribs, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers engraved with scenes of game surrounded by foliate scrollwork, retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, the trigger plates signed “Bottega Giovanelli”, selective single triggers, 14 1/4-inch highly figured exhibition grade stocks with half pistol grips, 6lb., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight double case

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 267 RIZZINI A 20-BORE “ARTEMIS CLASSIC” SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 69113 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined solid rib, the plain frame, side plates and numbered top lever retaining some original hardening colour, matted top surface, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800 Lot 268 LAURONA A 12-BORE OVER AND UNDER NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 70487 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof 267

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✪ £150 - 250 Lot 269 MIROKU A 12-BORE 7000 SP-I MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56398PV 29-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, slightly cracked at the hand, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300 Lot 270 MIROKU A 12-BORE MODEL 3000 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63683PW 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, raised machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and sliding top bolt with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb., nitro proof 269 102

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✪ £150 - 250

Lot 271 MIROKU A 12-BORE MODEL 6000SP-III SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63220NZ 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 15 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip including 1-inch extension and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 13oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500 Lot 272 BETTINSOLI A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 137787 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

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Lot 273 B. C. MIROKU A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 720708 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 274 B. C. MIROKU A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 736209 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 275 F. N. BROWNING A BELGIAN 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 67102 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, cut-down comb and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 2oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 276 F. N. BROWNING A 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 43425S74 27 7/8-inch replacement barrels by the maker, numbered 1551, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 5oz., Belgian nitro proof

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Lot 277 P. BERETTA A 20-BORE 687 “SILVER PIGEON III” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. P62986B 29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving around scenes of game birds in flight, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 1oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic case with instructions, etc The gun appears little used.

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 278 P. BERETTA A 20-BORE 686 SPECIAL MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. E86609B 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, adjustable comb and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 2oz., Italian nitro proof, in a leather case with Henry Atkin label, with spare chokes, etc

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Lot 279 MIROKU A PAIR OF 12-BORE MK60 SPORT SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 73094ZW/73095ZW 32-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frames and gold numbered top levers with bold foliate scroll engraving and retaining all of their original finish, selective single triggers, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks with pistol grips and maker’s butt plates, 8lb. 1oz., superior nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather covered case with maker’s certificates, etc The guns appear new and unused.

✪ £3000 - 4000

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Lot 280 P. BERETTA A 12-BORE MODEL 682L SPORTING SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. E44070B 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 13 3/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 5oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £500 - 700 Lot 281 FRANCHI A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER 400 MODEL OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5019223 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic case

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Lot 282 BETTINSOLI A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 217698 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, for steel shot, interchangeable choke tubes, the frame and top lever with scenes of game in landscapes surrounded by foliate scrollwork, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., Italian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, instructions, etc

✪ £400 - 600 Lot 283 WINCHESTER A 12-BORE MODEL 101XTR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K494741E 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene and scroll decoration, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

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Lot 284 P. BERETTA A 12-BORE MODEL 687 EELL DIAMOND PIGEON SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. N20096B 29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and side plates with game scene and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with straight hand, 7lb. 5oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £1800 - 2400

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Lot 285 F. N. BROWNING A BELGIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 863RN01590 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined narrow ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with B2G Grade engraving and signed by the engravers “M. Bodson” and “R. Hellinx”, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with pistol grip, 6lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, worn overall

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 286 BROWNING A BELGIAN 12-BORE B2G MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR TRAP GUN, NO. 893RP01514 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving surrounded by scrollwork, signed by the engraver “E. Mareschal”, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 287 BROWNING A JAPANESE 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 33101PR 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable Invector choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving surrounded by foliate scrollwork, single selective trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, with slight crack at the hand, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s canvas case

Lot 288 CAESAR GUERINI A 12-BORE “MAXUM” SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 111581 34-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame, side plates and top lever with foliate scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb.

2oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s case with a set of extended chokes, warranty certificate, etc

✪ £600 - 800

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 289 MIROKU A 12-BORE MODEL 3800 GRADE 2 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR SKEET GUN, NO. 33516PYTG2 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof

Lot 290 BROWNING A BELGIAN 12-BORE B2 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8B3RR64880 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever engraved with game scenes surrounded by scrollwork, signed by the engraver “F. Marechal”, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 5oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 291 LUCIANO BOSIS A 16-BORE PASOTTI ENGRAVED SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 295 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, narrow file-cut solid rib, the frame, locks and top lever profusely engraved with highly detailed scenes of game against landscapes, surrounded by fine foliate scrollwork, the trigger plate signed “Pasotti 2001”, articulated front trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with canvas outer cover

✪ £20000 - 30000

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(a) The contractual relationship of Gavin Gardiner Limited and Sellers with prospective Buyers is governed by:(i) these Conditions of Business for Buyers;

(a) GGs knowledge of lots is par tly dependent on information provided by the Seller and GG is unable to exercise exhaustive due diligence on each lot. Each lot is available for examination before sale. Bidders are responsible for carrying out examinations and research before sale to satisfy themselves over the condition of lots and accuracy of descriptions.

(a) GG has absolute discretion to refuse admission to the auction. Before sale, Bidders must complete a Registration Form and supply such information and references as GG requires. Bidders are personally liable for their bid and are jointly and severally liable with their principal, if bidding as agent (in which case GG’s prior and express consent must be obtained).

(b) All oral and/or written information provided to Bidders relating to lots, including descriptions in the catalogue, condition repor ts or elsewhere are statements of GG’s opinion and not representations of fact. Estimates may not be relied on as a prediction of the selling price or value of the lot and may be revised from time to time at GG’s absolute discretion.

(b) GG advises Bidders to attend the auction, but GG will endeavour to execute absentee written bids provided that they are, in GG’s opinion, received in sufficient time and in legible form.

(ii) the Conditions of Business for Sellers displayed in the saleroom and available from Gavin Gardiner Limited; (iii) Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Authenticity Guarantee; (iv) any additional notices and terms printed in the sale catalogue, in each case as amended by any saleroom notice or auctioneer's announcement. (b) As auctioneer, Gavin Gardiner Limited acts as agent for the Seller. Occasionally, Gavin Gardiner Limited may own or have a financial interest in a lot.

2. DEFINITIONS "Bidder" is any person making, attempting or considering making a bid, including Buyers; "Buyer" is the person who makes the highest bid or offer accepted by the auctioneer, including a Buyer’s principal when bidding as agent; "Seller" is the person offering a lot for sale, including their agent, or executors; “GG” means Gavin Gardiner Limited, Hardham Mill Business Park, Mill Lane, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1LA, company number 5703551.

"Buyer’s Expenses" are any costs or expenses due to Gavin Gardiner Limited from the Buyer ; "Buyer’s Premium" is the commission payable by the Buyer on the Hammer Price at the rates set out in the Guide for Prospective Buyers; "Hammer Price" is the highest bid for the Proper ty accepted by the auctioneer at the auction or the post auction sale price; "Purchase Price" is the Hammer Price plus applicable Buyer’s Premium and Buyer’s Expenses; "Reserve Price" (where applicable) is the minimum Hammer Price at which the Seller has agreed to sell a lot.

The Buyer’s Premium, Buyer’s Expenses and Hammer Price are subject to VAT, where applicable.

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4. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY TO BUYERS (a) GG shall refund the Purchase Price to the Buyer in circumstances where it deems that the lot is a Counterfeit, subject to the terms of GG’s Authenticity Guarantee. (b) Subject to Condition 4(a), neither GG nor the Seller :(i) is liable for any errors or omissions in any oral or written information provided to Bidders by GG, whether negligent or otherwise;

(c) When available, written and telephone bidding is offered as a free service at the Bidder’s risk and subject to GG’s other commitments; GG is therefore not liable for failure to execute such bids. Telephone bidding may be recorded.

6. IMPORT, EXPORT AND COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS GG and the Seller make no representations or warranties as to whether any lot is subject to impor t, expor t or copyright restrictions. It is the Buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any copyright clearance or any necessary impor t, expor t or other licence required by law, including licenses required by law under the 1968 Firearms Act and Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).

(ii) gives any guarantee or warranty to Bidders and any implied warranties and conditions are excluded (save in so far as such obligations cannot be excluded

by English law), other than the express warranties given by the Seller to the Buyer (for which the Seller is solely responsible) under the Conditions of Business for Sellers;

7. CONDUCT OF THE AUCTION

(iii) accepts responsibility to Bidders for acts or omissions (whether negligent or otherwise) by GG in connection with the conduct of auctions or for any matter relating to the sale of any lot.

(b) The auctioneer will commence and advance the bidding in such increments as (s)he considers appropriate and is entitled to place bids on the Seller’s behalf up to the Reserve Price for the lot, where applicable.

(c) Without prejudice to Condition 4(b), any claim against GG and/ or the Seller by a Bidder is limited to the Purchase Price for the relevant lot. Neither GG nor the Seller shall be liable for any indirect or consequential losses. (d) Nothing in Condition 4 shall exclude or limit the liability of GG or the Seller for death or personal injury caused by the negligent acts or omissions of GG or the Seller.

Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%

(a) The auctioneer has discretion to refuse bids, withdraw or re-offer lots for sale (including after the fall of the hammer) if (s)he believes that there may be an error or dispute, and may also take such other action as (s)he reasonably deems necessary.

(c) Subject to Condition 7(a), the contract between the Buyer and the Seller is concluded on the striking of the auctioneer's hammer. (d) Any post-auction sale of lots shall incorporate these Conditions of Business.

8. PAYMENT AND COLLECTION

9. REMEDIES FOR NON-PAYMENT

10. FAILURE TO COLLECT PURCHASES

(a) Unless otherwise agreed in advance, payment of the Purchase Price is due in pounds sterling immediately after the auction (the "Payment Date").

Without prejudice to any rights that the Seller may have, if the Buyer without prior agreement fails to make payment for the lot within 5 working days of the auction, GG may in its sole discretion exercise 1 or more of the following remedies:-

(a) If the Buyer pays the Purchase Price but does not collect the lot within 20 working days of the auction, the lot will be stored at the Buyer's expense and risk at GG’s premises or in independent storage

(b) Title in a lot will not pass to the Buyer until GG has received the Purchase Price in cleared funds.

GG will generally not release a lot to a Buyer before payment. Earlier release shall not affect passing of title or the Buyer's obligation to pay the Purchase Price, as above. (c) The refusal of any licence or permit required by law, as outlined in Condition 6, shall not affect the Buyer’s obligation to pay for the lot, as per Condition 8(a). (d) The Buyer must arrange collection of lots within 10 working days of the auction. Purchased lots are at the Buyer's risk from the earlier of (i) collection or release to a nominated carrier (ii) 10 working days after the auction. Until risk passes, GG will compensate the Buyer for any loss or damage to the lot up to a maximum of the Purchase Price actually paid by the Buyer. GG’s assumption of risk is subject to the exclusions detailed in Condition 5(d) of the Conditions of Business for Sellers. (e) All packing and handling of lots is at the Buyer's risk. GG will not be liable for any acts or omissions of third par ty packers or shippers.

(a) store the lot at its premises or elsewhere at the Buyer’s sole risk and expense; (b) cancel the sale of the lot; (c) set off any amounts owed to the Buyer by GG against any amounts owed to GG by the Buyer for the lot; (d) reject future bids from the Buyer ; (e) charge interest at 4% per annum above NatWest Bank Base Rate from the Payment Date to the date that the Purchase Price is received in cleared funds; (f) re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion, in which case the Buyer will be liable for any shor tfall between the original Purchase Price and the amount achieved on re-sale, including all costs incurred in such re-sale; (g) Exercise a lien over any Buyer’s Proper ty in GG’s possession, applying the sale proceeds to any amounts owed by the Buyer to GG. GG shall give the Buyer 14 days written notice before exercising such lien; (h) commence legal proceedings to recover the Purchase Price for the lot, plus interest and legal costs; (i) disclose the Buyer’s details to the Seller to enable the Seller to commence legal proceedings

(b) If a lot is paid for but uncollected within 6 months of the auction, following 60 days written notice to the Buyer, GG will re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion. The sale proceeds, less all GG’s costs, will be forfeited unless collected by the Buyer within 2 years of the original auction.

11. DATA PROTECTION (a) GG will use information supplied by Bidders or otherwise obtained lawfully by GG for the provision of auction related services, client administration, marketing and as otherwise required by law. (b) By agreeing to these Conditions of Business, the Bidder agrees to the processing of their personal information and to the disclosure of such information to third par ties world-wide for the purposes outlined in Condition 11(a) and to Sellers as per Condition 9(i).

12. MISCELLANEOUS (a) All images of lots, catalogue descriptions and all other materials produced by GG are the copyright of GG. (b) These Conditions of Business are not assignable by any Buyer without GG’s prior written consent, but are binding on Bidders' successors, assigns and representatives. (c) The materials listed in Condition 1(a) set out the entire agreement between the par ties. (d) If any par t of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining par ts shall remain in full force and effect. (e) These Conditions of Business shall be interpreted in accordance with English Law, under the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Cour ts, in favour of GG.

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CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS FOR SELLERS 3. WITHDRAWAL OF PROPERTY

(a) The Seller warrants to GG and the Buyer that:-

(a) If the Seller withdraws any Proper ty from sale after their written agreement to sell it, GG may charge the Seller 50% of the Seller’s Commission and Buyer’s Premium GG would have received had the Proper ty sold at its mid estimate, plus all Expenses (the “Withdrawal Fee”).

(i) the Seller is the owner of the Proper ty or is properly authorised to sell it;

Conditions of Business for Buyers and/or Sellers may be amended by additional terms printed in the sale catalogue and/or by notices posted up in the saleroom or announced by the auctioneer.

(iii) the Seller has provided all relevant information about the ownership, condition, authenticity, attribution, provenance and impor t/expor t history of the Proper ty;

DEFINITIONS

(iv) there are no copyright or other restrictions on GG’s rights to produce and publish images of the Proper ty.

“Seller” is the owner of the Proper ty, their agent, executors or the person in possession of the Proper ty (as appropriate).

“GG” means Gavin Gardiner Limited, Hardham Mill Business Park, Mill Lane, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1LA, company number 5703551.

“Seller’s Commission” is the commission Gavin Gardiner Limited charges Sellers of Proper ty.

“Expenses” are Gavin Gardiner Limited’s expenses, fees and charges relating to the Proper ty, including legal expenses, insurance charges, illustration fees, administration fees, customs duties, shipping and packing costs, tests, searches and enquiries.

“Buyer’s Premium” is the commission Gavin Gardiner Limited charges Buyers of Proper ty.

“Hammer Price” is the highest bid for the Proper ty accepted by the auctioneer.

“Reserve Price” is the minimum Hammer Price at which the Proper ty may be sold, as agreed between the Seller and Gavin Gardiner Limited. From time to time, Gavin Gardiner Limited may agree with the Seller to offer a collection of Proper ty for a Global Reserve Price and/or agree an auctioneer’s discretion to reduce the Reserve Price by 10% or to offer Proper ty without a Reserve Price.

“Net Sale Proceeds” are the proceeds of sale actually received by Gavin Gardiner Limited, less Seller’s Commission, Buyer’s Premium and Expenses.

The Seller’s Commission, Hammer Price, Buyer’s Premium and all Expenses are subject to VAT, where applicable.

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1. SELLER’S WARRANTIES

The Conditions of Business for Sellers govern all aspects of the consignment, repor t, holding and sale of Proper ty by Gavin Gardiner Limited together with Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Authenticity Guarantee and the Conditions of Business for Buyers, as printed in sale catalogues and available from Gavin Gardiner Limited upon request. Gavin Gardiner Limited act as agent for Sellers.

(ii) the Seller shall transfer possession and good title in the Proper ty to the Buyer, free from any third par ty claims;

(b) The Seller will indemnify GG, its directors, employees, officers and Buyers of the Proper ty against all losses and damages resulting from a breach of any of these warranties or other Conditions of Business.

GG may cancel, rescind or postpone sales of Proper ty where it reasonably believes that there has been or may be a breach of these warranties or any other Conditions of Business by the Seller.

2. SALE PREPARATION (a) GG shall have sole discretion as to how Proper ty is described, illustrated and marketed, and the date, venue and conduct of the sale. (b) All oral or written estimates, appraisals and repor ts are statements of opinion only, may not be relied upon as a prediction of the sale price and may be revised from time to time by GG.

(b) GG may withdraw any Proper ty from sale without liability for any of the following reasons:- if (i) it reasonably believes that the authenticity or attribution is questionable; (ii) it reasonably believes that the Seller’s Warranties or other Conditions of Business have been breached; (iii) there is a competing ownership claim or lien over the Proper ty; (iv) the Proper ty does not have all licences and permits required by law, including those required under the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES); (v) the condition of the Proper ty has deteriorated since consignment; (vi) the auction has been postponed for any reason. (c) If the Proper ty is withdrawn for any of reasons 3(b)(ii), or (iii) the Seller shall pay the Withdrawal Fee, as per Condition 3(a). If withdrawn for any other reason, the Proper ty shall be returned to the Seller at the Seller’s expense.

4. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY (a) GG shall not be liable for any errors or omissions in any written or oral information provided to Sellers or for acts or omissions relating to the conduct of the auction or any other matter relating to the sale of Proper ty, whether negligent or otherwise, subject always to Condition 4(c).

(c) GG may, without obligation, consult with third par ty exper ts and carry out such other research for the Proper ty as it deems necessary. GG may transfer possession of the Proper ty to such third par ties and shall not be responsible for the acts and omissions of such third par ties.

(b) Without prejudice to Condition 4(a), any claim against GG shall be limited to the Net Sale Proceeds for the relevant Proper ty. GG shall not in any circumstances be liable for any indirect or consequential losses.

(d) GG shall have the absolute right to produce and publish images of any Proper ty consigned for sale and will retain copyright in any such images it produces.

(c) GG’s liability to the Seller in respect of death or personal injury caused by GG’s negligent acts or omissions shall not be excluded or limited.

(e) GG will charge a Buyer’s Premium on the sale of the Proper ty at GG’s standard rates. GG reserves the right to pay out of its commissions a fee to any third par ty introducing Sellers or Proper ty to it. (f) Sellers are prohibited from bidding on their own Proper ty. If a Seller offers the Hammer Price for their Proper ty, GG may charge the Seller the Seller’s Commission, Buyer’s Premium and Expenses relating to that Proper ty.

Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%

5. LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

8. UNSOLD/ UNCOLLECTED PROPERTY

10. DATA PROTECTION

(a) Unless otherwise agreed in writing, GG will assume the risk of loss or damage to Proper ty received from the Seller until:-

(a) GG will advise Sellers whether or not their Proper ty has sold. Unsold Proper ty may either :-

(i) risk passes to the Buyer ; or

(ii) collected by the Seller, in which case a Reduced Commission of 50% of the Seller’s Commission may be payable calculated as if the Proper ty sold for its Reserve Price (where applicable), plus relevant Expenses.

(a) GG will use information supplied by Sellers or otherwise obtained lawfully by GG for the provision of auction related services, client administration, marketing and as otherwise required by law.

(ii) if unsold, 60 days after the sale or when released to the Seller (whichever is earlier); or (iii) 6 months after receipt of the Proper ty by GG, if not consigned for sale. (b) GG shall charge a premium of 1.5% of:(i) the Hammer Price of the Proper ty, if sold; (ii) the Reserve Price of the Proper ty or as otherwise stated on the Proper ty Receipt, if unsold; or (iii) the mid estimate, if not offered for sale (or GG’s reasonable estimate of auction value where there are no pre-sale estimates). (c) If damage or loss occurs whilst the Proper ty is at the risk of GG, the maximum amount of GG’s liability shall be as set out in Condition 5 (b) (i)- (iii), as applicable, less Seller’s Commission and Expenses. (d) GG will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by:- (i) normal wear and tear, gradual deterioration or inherent vice or defect; (ii) errors in processing; (iii) war or radioactive contamination.

6. POST AUCTION SALES If any Proper ty fails to sell at auction, GG shall be entitled for a period of 35 days after the auction to sell the Proper ty privately for no less than the Reserve Price (unless otherwise agreed with the Seller) and on the terms of these Conditions of Business.

7. PAYMENT OF NET SALE PROCEEDS (a) Subject in all cases to prior receipt of cleared funds by GG and subject to rescission of the sale under Condition 9, 35 days after the sale date or 5 working days after receipt of cleared funds from the Buyer (whichever is later), GG shall send the Seller the Net Sale Proceeds in pounds sterling, less any other amounts owed by the Seller to GG.

(i) be reconsigned for sale; or

(b) If the Seller does not reconsign or collect the Proper ty within 60 days of the auction as per Condition 8(a) (i) or (ii) above, GG shall be released from any duty of bailment and may in its sole discretion be entitled to:(i) transfer the Proper ty to independent storage at the Seller’s expense; or (ii) re-offer the Proper ty at auction for no less than 50% of the original Reserve Price agreed with the Seller (where applicable), and subject to the Seller’s Commission on the re-sale plus all relevant Expenses.

(b) By agreeing to these Conditions of Business, the Seller agrees to the processing of their personal information and to the disclosure of such information to third par ties world-wide for the purposes outlined in Condition 10(a).

11. MISCELLANEOUS (a) If any par t of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining par ts shall remain in full force and effect. b) These Conditions of Business shall be interpreted in accordance with English Law under the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Cour ts, in favour of GG.

(c) If the Seller deposits the Proper ty with GG for more than 1 year and neither collects or consigns it for sale, GG shall be entitled to sell such Proper ty at a GG sale or elsewhere, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion, after giving the Seller 60 days written notice sent to the Seller’s last known address.

9. RESCISSION OF SALES GG may rescind the sale where it reasonably believes that the Proper ty is Counterfeit, as defined by GG’s Guarantee of Authenticity, in which case GG shall send the Seller a notice of such rescission. The Seller agrees to return to GG the Net Sale Proceeds received from the sale of such Proper ty together with any additional Expenses incurred by GG. GG will return the Proper ty to the Seller upon receipt of the Net Sale Proceeds and Expenses, unless prevented from doing so for reasons beyond GG’s control.

(b) GG shall not be obliged to check the ability of Buyers to pay for Proper ty and shall have absolute discretion whether to use any of the rights and remedies against defaulting Buyers contained in the Conditions of Business for Buyers.

Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS AND BUYERS CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

PRE-SALE EXHIBITION

PAYMENT

All lots are offered subject to Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Conditions of Business.

All auctions are on public view for at least two days prior to the sale.

ESTIMATES AND RESERVES

CONDITION REPORTS

Estimates are published as a guide only and are subject to review. The actual hammer price of a lot may be higher or lower than the range of figures given and there are no predetermined star ting prices. Estimates may be subject to revision. Published estimates are exclusive of buyer’s premium and VAT. All lots are subject to reserves. The reserve price is never higher than the low pre-sale estimate.

All prospective bidders are encouraged to attend the pre-sale exhibition and view the lots in person. If this is not possible, we will be pleased to provide a condition repor t where practical. All condition repor ts are provided in good faith. Buyers are reminded that it is their responsibility to satisfy themselves over the condition of lots. Please refer to Conditions of Business for fur ther information.

Payment is due in sterling immediately after the sale and before purchases can be released. Payments in person can be made in the saleroom on the day of the auction. After this payments must be made by post, card transactions by telephone or electronic transfer to our bank. Gavin Gardiner Ltd. welcome the following methods of payment:

BUYER’S PREMIUM AND VAT

BIDDING IN PERSON

A buyer’s premium of 25% is applicable on the first £100,000 and then 20% on amounts above this.

To bid with us you must register to obtain a bidding number. You will be asked to provide proof of identity.

All lots sold will be invoiced to the name and address in which the paddle has been registered and will not be transferred to other names or addresses. If you instruct an agent to bid on your behalf, you will need to provide a letter of authority to this effect.

The buyer’s premium is subject to VAT at the current standard rate (20%). Lots are normally offered for sale under the auctioneers margin scheme and VAT is payable on the buyers premium by all buyers.

Lots marked with a dagger symbol † will be offered under normal UK VAT rules and VAT will be charged on both the hammer price and the buyers premium.

Lots marked with a ‡ or Ω symbol has been impor ted from outside the EU to be sold at auction under temporary impor tation. VAT is applicable on the hammer price at the following rates: ‡ @ 5% Ω @ 20% Standard rate VAT remains payable on the buyer’s premium by all buyers.

FIREARMS ACT 1968 UK bidders are reminded of the requirements of the Firearms Act, and that they must hold the appropriate authority to posses the firearms which they intend to purchase. A copy of your Firearms or Shotgun cer tificate must accompany your absentee bids and buyer registration. For fur ther information please consult the notes at the beginning of this catalogue.

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ABSENTEE BIDDING Gavin Gardiner Limited is pleased to execute bids on behalf of clients unable to attend the sale in person. All bids should be submitted in writing and in good time, at least 24 hours prior to the auction. Lots will be purchased as cheaply as possible (subject to other bids received, reserves and competition in the saleroom). It will be possible to arrange auction room telephone bidding, but subject always to the availability of lines and staffing. These services are offered free of charge and are subject to our Condition of Business.

ONLINE BIDDING The online bidding facility is provided by Invaluable for the convenience of our clients and is subject to Invaluable’s 5% surcharge for this service. Buyers not wishing to pay this surcharge should make every effort to take advantage of the free Absentee Bidding service.

Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD We are pleased to accept debit cards, however for credit cards we are unable to accept payments over £500 due to the bank charges involved.

STERLING BANKER’S DRAFT OR BUILDING SOCIETY CHEQUE AND ELECTRONIC OR WIRE TRANSFER Drawn on a recognised UK bank or building society.

STERLING CHEQUE OR CASH Please not that we require seven days to clear sterling cheques where the amount exceeds the cheque card guarantee limit, unless special arrangements have been made with the auctioneer in advance of the sale (normally the presentation of a letter of guarantee from your bank).

We always reserve the right to hold goods until a cheque is cleared.

Cash payments will not be accepted above £6.000.

ELECTRONIC AND WIRE TRANSFERS Wire transfers can be made directly to our bank: National Westminster Bank Plc. 60 High Street Bognor Regis West Sussex PO21 1SL Sor t Code: 60 03 08 Account Number : 74044397 Account Name: Gavin Gardiner Limited

Gavin Gardiner Limited Auctioneers of Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Rifles and Accessories

COMMISSION BID SLIP Please send bids via email to info@gavingardiner.com at least 24 hours before the auction

FINE MODERN AND VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS 15 NOVEMBER 2023 Please bid on my behalf for the following lot(s) up to the hammer price(s) written below, to be executed as cheaply as is permitted by other bids or reserves.

I agree to be bound by the Conditions of Business applicable to this sale and agree to pay a buyer’s premium of 25% on the hammer price and any VAT or amounts in lieu of VAT which may be due on the buyer’s premium and hammer price(s). Please see Guide to Prospective Buyers in the catalogue.

LOT NO.

DESCRIPTION

BID IN £

All bids must be submitted in sterling excluding buyer’s premium and VAT. Please submit your bids as early as possible. In the event of identical bids, the earliest will take precidence. Bids should be submitted at least 24 hours before the auction. Please write clearly and check your bids carefully.

LOT NO.

DESCRIPTION

BID IN £

NAME (BLOCK LETTERS) ADDRESS (BLOCK LETTERS)

POST CODE:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

FAX NO.

EMAIL:

DATE:

SIGNATURE:

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GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERS

TELEPHONE BIDS

Gavin Gardiner Limited is pleased to execute bids on behalf of clients unable to attend the sale in person.

Please complete the bidding slip for this purpose printed in the back of the auction catalogue. All bids should be submitted in writing and in good time, at least 24 hours prior to the auction.

It will be possible to arrange auction room telephone bidding, but subject always to the availability of lines and staffing. This service is offered free of charge and is subject to our Conditions of Business. Please give us 24 hours notice of your intention to use this service.

Please record accurately the lot numbers, brief description and the maximum hammer price that you are willing to pay for each lot.

Please place your bids as early as possible, as in the event of identical bids being received, the earliest will take precedence. Please submit your bids at least 24 hours prior to the star t of the auction.

Bids placed by telephone are accepted at the caller’s risk and must be confirmed in writing either by letter or fax.

We will try to purchase the lot(s) for you at the lowest price possible, and never for more than the maximum price that you indicate.

Please complete the bidding slip and clearly mark it “Telephone”.

For fur ther information please call the numbers published at the front of the auction catalogue.

“Buy” or unlimited bids will not be accepted.

Bids should be placed in catalogue order.

GAVIN GARDINER LIMITED’S AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE If Gavin Gardiner Limited sells an item of Proper ty which is later shown to be a “Counterfeit”, subject to the terms below Gavin Gardiner Limited will rescind the sale and refund the Buyer the total amount paid by the Buyer to Gavin Gardiner Limited for that Proper ty, up to a maximum of the Purchase Price.

The Guarantee lasts for one (1) year after the date of the relevant auction, is for the benefit of the Buyer only and is non-transferable.

“Counterfeit” means an item of Proper ty that in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion is an imitation created with the intent to deceive over the authorship, origin, date, age, period, culture or source, where the correct description of such matters is not included in the catalogue description for the Proper ty.

Proper ty shall not be considered Counterfeit solely because of any damage and/or restoration and/or modification work (including, but not limited to, recolouring, refinishing or rebarreling).

Please note that this Guarantee does not apply if either:(i) the catalogue description was in accordance with the generally accepted opinions of scholars and exper ts at the date of the sale, or the catalogue description indicated that there was a conflict of such opinions; or

(ii) the only method of establishing at the date of the sale that the item was a Counterfeit would have been by means of processes not then generally available or accepted, unreasonably expensive or impractical; or likely to have caused damage to or loss in value to the Proper ty (in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion); or (iii) there has been no material loss in value of the Proper ty from its value had it accorded with its catalogue description.

To claim under this Guarantee, the Buyer must:(i) notify Gavin Gardiner Limited in writing within one (1) month of receiving any information that causes the Buyer to question the authenticity or attribution of the Proper ty, specifying the lot number, date of the auction at which it was purchased and the reasons why it is believed to be Counterfeit; and

Gavin Gardiner Limited has discretion to waive any of the above requirements. Gavin Gardiner Limited may require the Buyer to obtain at the Buyer's cost the repor ts of two independent and recognised exper ts in the relevant field and acceptable to Gavin Gardiner Limited. Gavin Gardiner Limited shall not be bound by any repor ts produced by the Buyer, and reserves the right to seek additional exper t advice at its own expense. In the event Gavin Gardiner Limited decides to rescind the sale under this Guarantee, it may refund to the Buyer the reasonable costs of up to two mutually approved independent exper t repor ts, provided always that the costs of such repor ts have been approved in advance and in writing by Gavin Gardiner Limited.

(ii) return the Proper ty to Gavin Gardiner Limited in the same condition as at the date of sale and be able to transfer good title in the Proper ty, free from any third par ty claims arising after the date of the sale.

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