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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS

PUBLIC EXHIBITION

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AUCTION

Wednesday 1 May 2024 at 10am

Gavin Gardiner Limited

Hardham Mill Business Park Hardham

Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA

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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.

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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 remain 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.

FIREARMS (AMENDMENT) ACT 1997

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.

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.

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.

GUNS SOLD AS PARTS

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.

CONDITION OF FIREARMS

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

Firearms under 100 years of age, in addition to any other Export 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 Export Licence application. Shipping Instructions should include the nature of the consignees business, and the ultimate intended use for each firearm. In most cases an Import Licence or General Undertaking will be required before an Export Licence is granted. Gavin Gardiner Limited recommend that any queries concerning the shipment and Export of Firearms be addressed to our firearms shipping agent, P.D.Q. Freight Ltd.

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COLLECTION OF PURCHASES AND UNSOLD PROPERTY

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.

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Sporting Guns and Firearms will be released by appointment only.

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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE

SPORTING GUNS

Lots 1-297

Wednesday 1 May 2024 at 10am

Lot 1

P. WEBLEY & SON

A .320 REVOLVER, NO. 933

3-inch barrel signed on the top strap, the frame with stirrup catch and winged bullet trademark, the frame retaining some of its original bright blued finish, chequered composition grips, black powder proof

£200 - 400

Lot 2

COLT

A .41 CENTREFIRE SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER, NO. 278611

4 3/4-inch barrel with ejector rod, the frame with two line patent dates to 1875 and impressed rampant colt motif, loading gate, chequered composition grips, lightly worn overall, certificate of proof

£500 - 800

Lot 3

COLT

A .41 CENTREFIRE ARMY SPECIAL MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 311888

6-inch barrel, the solid frame with swing-out cylinder and impressed rampant colt motif, chequered composition grips, partially refinished overall, certificate of proof

£300 - 500

Lot 4

COLT

A .32 POLICE POSITIVE REVOLVER, NO. 52096

3 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with swing-out cylinder and rampant colt trademark, chequered composition grips, retaining much original condition overall, nitro proof (minimal marks)

£300 - 500

Lot 5

TAURUS

A .357 MAGNUM LONG BARREL REVOLVER, NO. IX189692

12-inch barrel with ventilated rib, the frame with adjustable rear sight and 7-shot cylinder, the frame with wrist brace and chequered walnut grips, nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 6

UBERTI

A .45 LONG COLT MODEL AMERICAN BUNTLINE LONG BARREL

REVOLVER, NO. U97145

18-inch barrel, the solid frame with adjustable rear sight and loading gate, smooth walnut grip, Italian nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 7

WILLIAM MOORE & GREY

A .32 TRANTER’S PATENT SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL, NO. 62086

8-inch octagonal barrel, the top surface signed by the retailer, the frame with central hammer and spur trigger with border engraving and retaining some original finish, one-piece walnut grip, special definitive proof

£400 - 600

Lot 8

WALTHER

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A SCARCE DOUBLE-BARREL VERY PISTOL, NO. 1173

9-inch stainless steel barrels, the frame with push-forward underlever and side safety, impressed with the maker’s trademark and dated 1939 and impressed Kriegsmarine mark, chequered walnut grips, German proof, barrel selector catch missing, mechanism defective

£1400 - 1800

Lot 9

HOLMES

A 20-BORE PERCUSSION PISTOL

8-inch octagonal damascus barrel with sighted top surface and gold lined breech, the hammer and lock with scroll engraving and signed “Holmes”, swivel ramrod, the full length stock with chequered grip, black powder proof

£300 - 500

Lot 10

STYAN

A DOUBLE-BARREL FLINTLOCK OVER AND UNDER POCKET

PISTOL

of approximately 54-bore, 2 1/4-inch turn-off barrels, the engraved frame with central hammer and barrel selector lever, folding spur trigger, walnut grip

£300 - 500

Lot 11

A FLINTLOCK POCKET PISTOL

4-inch barrel with plain lock and full length stock; together with a 16-bore percussion pistol, with 7 1/2-inch damascus barrel, Birmingham black powder proof (2)

£300 - 500

Lot 12

STEELE

A PERCUSSION POCKET PISTOL

of approximately 40-bore, 3-inch octagonal damascus barrel, the frame and hammer with scroll engraving, the top surface signed “Steele, Manchester”, chequered walnut grip, Birmingham black powder proof; together with a Continental percussion pistol (2)

£300 - 500

Lot 13

AN ENGLISH .30 TEAT-FIRE REVOLVER

3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, the solid frame with removable cylinder and engraved patent no. 38711, spur trigger, smooth walnut grips, contemporary Birmingham black powder proof

£600 - 800

Lot 14

A .40 COOPER’S PATENT PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX REVOLVER

3 1/4-inch 6-shot cylinder, the frame with under hammer and engraved “J. R Cooper’s Patent”, pitted and worn overall, smooth walnut grips, contemporary Birmingham black powder proof

£300 - 500

Lot 15

A .45 ACP SILENCED NO.4 BOLT-ACTION CARBINE, NO. 9C1081, CONVERTED BY CRAIG WHITSEY

16-inch barrel fitted with a full length sound moderator, the Stevens No.4 Mark I receiver dated 1942 and fitted with a Picatinny scope rail, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and butt plate, 13-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof, magazine missing

£500 - 700

Lot 16

A .45 ACP SILENCED NO.4 BOLT-ACTION CARBINE, NO. 77C5302, CONVERTED BY CRAIG WHITSEY

16-inch barrel with full length sound moderator, built on a Stevens No.4 Mark I action, the receiver mounted with a Picatinny scope rail, half length stock with alloy butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 10oz., nitro proof, magazine missing

£500 - 700

Lot 17

MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER

A 6.5MM M1903 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 22331

23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver mounted with its telescopic sight in quick detachable claw mounts, bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate with trap, 8lb. 11oz., Austrian nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 18

A 7.62MM (.308) BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 1013

30-inch Schultz & Larsen barrel with ring fore sight, the Mauser 98 type rear sight mounted with a Parker model TZM68 aperture rear sight, bolt with flag safety, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and adjustable butt plate, 12 1/4-inch pull, 11lb. 11oz., nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 19

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

£300 - 500

Lot 20

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.

£400 - 600

Lot 21

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

£300 - 500

Lot 22

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.

£300 - 500

Lot 23

REMINGTON

A .300 WIN MAG MODEL 700 BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. E6307939

28-inch barrel fitted with a muzzle break, the receiver mounted with a Crossfire 6-24x50 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 11lb 6oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 24

KRICO

A .22 SELF-LOADING RIFLE, NO. 294498

16-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 12oz., German nitro proof

£30 - 50

Lot 25

BSA

A .22 MARTINI INTERNATIONAL

TARGET RIFLE, NO. FG0289

28-inch heavy target barrel with Parker Hale tunnel fore sight and adjustable aperture rear sight, retaining much original finish overall, the fore-end with hand stock, 13-inch stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s adjustable butt plate, 11lb.,nitro proof

£150 - 200

Lot 26

BSA

A .22 MODEL 12/15 MARTINI ACTION

TARGET RIFLE, NO. 49735

29-inch Parker rifled barrel threaded for a sound moderator and fitted with a AGP tunnel fore sight, the frame with adjustable rear sight, fore-end with hand stock, 14 1/4inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 9lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 27

CZ

A .308 MODEL 750 S1M1 BOLT-ACTION

‘SNIPER’ RIFLE, NO. A384202

27 1/4-inch heavy barrel with muzzle break, receiver with scope grooves, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length tactical stock with adjustable comb and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 12lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 28

BRNO

A .243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 48280

23 1/2-inch barrel, open sights removed, the receiver mounted with a Tasco telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 7oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 29

SAKO

A .17 HMR BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. A93318 (019319)

22-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Meopta 3-12x50 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 30

SAKO

A .338 LAPUA MAGNUM MODEL 995

BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 906428

21-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with dove tail grooves, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, raised comb and cheekpiece, 13 3/4-inch pull, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 31

REMINGTON

A .22 MODEL 37 “RANGEMASTER”

BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 10779

28-inch heavy target barrel with Redfield tunnel fore sight, the receiver mounted with its aperture rear sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine and single shot loading platform, the half length stock with pistol grip and adjustable butt plate, 12 1/4inch pull, 11lb. 10oz., nitro proof The original maker’s butt plate and stock end are included with the rifle.

£150 - 250

Lot 32

ENFIELD

A .22 MARTINI ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. N2325, CONVERTED FOR THE NRA

BY W. W. GREENER

28-inch barrel with folding fore sight and ladder rear sight, the receiver impressed with a crowned ‘VR’ and dated 1874 to the right side, the left impressed B.E.Co, 1901 M.E.303, 14 1/4-inch stock with steel butt plate and folding tang sight, 9lb., black powder proof

£150 - 250

Lot 33

WINCHESTER

A .45 LONG COLT MODEL 95AE LEVER-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 6246211

20-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and full-length magazine tube, frame with loading gate and safety catch, over-sized loading lever, 13 1/2-inch stock with maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 34

HENRY REPEATING ARMS

A .357 MAGNUM LEVER-ACTION RIFLE, NO. BB0013132M

20-inch octagonal barrel with adjustable rear sight, brass frame with loading gate, 14 1/2inch stock with brass butt plate, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 35 BSA

A .22 MODEL 12/15 MARTINI ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 42976

29-inch barrel with tunnel fore sight and folding ladder rear sight, the receiver with impressed piled arms trademark and mounted with its adjustable aperture rear sight, 13 1/4-inch stock with maker’s butt plate, 8lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 36 BSA

A SCARCE .22 “RALOCK” SELFLOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. T10107 26 1/4-inch quick-detachable barrel threaded for a sound moderator, with adjustable rear sight and scope blocks, the frame with safety catch, 14 1/4-inch stock with pistol grip, steel butt plate and tubular magazine, sling swivel, 7lb., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 37

J. ROBERTS & SON

A .270 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 27727

24-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 1.5-6x42 telescopic sight in swing-off mounts, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, 9lb., nitro proof

The rifle was built in 2001.

£1400 - 1800

Lot 38

J. ROBERTS & SON

A .416 RIGBY BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. L0550

25 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the short raised rib with folding leaf sights, the receiver mounted with a Leupold 1.5-5x20 telescopic sight in a Griffin & Howe quick detachable side mount, the hinged magazine base plate engraved with scrollwork, a buffalo head and the calibre in gold, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 10lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£1000 - 1500

Lot 39

BLASER

A .243 AND .308 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

£1800 - 2400

Lot 40

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

£1500 - 2000

Lot 41

SAVAGE

A 5.56MM NO.4 MARK I BOLT-ACTION

SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 89C7595, CONVERTED BY CRAIG WHITSEY

25-inch Douglas barrel, the receiver mounted with a Picatinny scope rail, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine with single shot loading ramp, full length stock with hand guards, cheekpiece and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 9oz., nitro proof

The rifle remains unused since its conversion.

£600 - 800

Lot 42

SAVAGE

A 5.56MM NO.4 MARK I BOLT-ACTION

SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 26C4184, CONVERTED BY CRAIG WHITSEY 25-inch Douglas barrel, the receiver mounted with a Picatinny scope rail, bolt with side safety, full length stock with hand guard, cheekpiece and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof, magazine missing

The rifle remains unused since its conversion.

£600 - 800

Lot 43

MAUSER

A 11MM MODEL 1871/84 BOLT-ACTION

SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 5686

31 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable ladder rear sight, the receiver dated ‘1887’, bolt with flag safety, full length tubular magazine, the full length stock with two barrel band and bayonet bar, 13-inch pull

£300 - 500

Lot 44

WAFFENFABRIK BERN

A SWISS 10.4MM RIMFIRE M78 VETTERLI BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 167628

33-inch barrel with octagonal breech and adjustable rear sight, the receiver with loading gate and tubular magazine, full length stock with two barrel bands and cleaning rod, 12-inch pull, steel butt plate and sling swivels, 10lb. 10oz., retaining some original finish overall

£300 - 500

Lot 45

C. A. FISCHER & SOHN

A 9.5X47R FALLING BLOCK TARGET RIFLE, NO. 1788

32-inch octagonal barrel with adjustable ivory fore sight, the adjustable rear sight mounted on a flat top dove-tail groove, the system Bornmueller action with border engraving and retaining much of its original hardening colour, push-down underlever and trigger guard, double set triggers, the tang with adjustable aperture rear sight (eye-piece missing), full length cleaning rod and sling swivels, 14-inch well figured stock with cheekpiece and engraved steel butt plate, 14lb.

£1000 - 1500

Lot 46

J. AFFOLTER

A SWISS .400 MARTINI ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 547

34-inch barrel with raised fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the plain frame signed by the maker, push-down trigger guard forming the underlever, double set triggers, 12-inch highly figured stock with steel butt plate, sling swivels, full length fore-end with steel ram rod, 10lb. 15oz.

£500 - 700

Lot 47

A DUTCH 12-BORE FLINTLOCK SPORTING RIFLE

40-inch round to octagonal barrel with fixed rear sight, the plain left-handed lock with roller to frizzle rim, the left-handed full length stock with engraved brass furniture, cheekpiece and nailed velvet cheek pad, 6lb. 12oz..

£500 - 700

Lot 48

F. REYNOLDS

A .400 PERCUSSION AMERICAN PLAINS RIFLE

34-inch octagonal barrel cleaned bright, with hooded fore sight and adjustable aperture rear sight, gold lined breech, engraved nonrebounding back lock and hammer, double set triggers, the well figured half length stock with German border furniture, including patch box, crescent butt plate and deer motif let in to the cheekpiece, 13-inch pull, 11lb. 6oz., ram rod missing

£800 - 1200

Lot 49

JOHN LYELL

A 10-BORE PINFIRE HAMMER RIFLE

26-inch damascus barrels with broad flat rib, with folding express sights to 250, the rounded frame, back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, trigger guard with spur, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, sling eyes, 10lb., black powder proof

£1400 - 1800

Lot 50

A REPRODUCTION AMERICAN PENNSYLVANIA

LONG RIFLE, OF APPROXIMATELY .500 BORE 44-inch octagonal smoothbore barrel with fixed sights and impressed with the numbers 321196, gold lined breeches, the lock with engraved dragon decoration, the full length stock with brass furniture and patch box, 16-inch pull, 9lb. 15oz.

£700 - 900

Lot 51

STORMER

A PERCUSSION 15MM SPORTING RIFLE

33-inch octagonal damascus barrel with folding leaf and fore sight, the top surface signed Stormer Hertzberg, the gold lined breech impressed with the maker’s mark and gold plug, eight groove rifling, the hammer and lock engraved in relief with realistic scenes of deer in forest scenes, the trigger guard engraved with a wild boar, double set trigger, the well figured half length stock with cheekpiece and engraved steel butt plate with concealed spring-loaded trap, full length ramrod, 6lb. 8oz.

The rifle was part of the House of Hanover Royal Armoury in Schloss Marienberg and was one of a number of items purportedly sold prior to the Sotheby’s auction of 2005.

£600 - 900

Lot 52

ALEX HENRY

A .577 TWO-BAND PERCUSSION VOLUNTEER PATTERN SERVICE RIFLE

33-inch barrel with bayonet bar and ladder rear sight, full length ramrod, the hammer and lock with scroll engraving, the full length stock with steel furniture and sling swivels, 14 1/4-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., black powder proof, the barrel cleaned bright and slightly worn overall

£300 - 500

Lot 53

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 £700 - 900

Lot 54

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 £500 - 800

Lot 55

C. FRANZ KELLER

A 16-BORE/20-BORE PINFIRE

LEFAUCHEUX SYSTEM COMBINATION

GUN AND RIFLE

28 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, the right barrel with multi-groove rifling, flat rib with folding leaf sight, the rounded frame with non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and forward pointing underlever engraved with foliate scrolls and scenes of boar and deer, 14-inch well figured stock with cheekpiece, engraved steel butt plate and horn trigger guard extension, sling swivels, 7lb. 2oz.

£500 - 700

Lot 56

J. & W. TOLLEY

A .500 (3-INCH) HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 3018

26-inch damascus barrels with Henry rifling, file-cut 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

£800 - 1200

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Lot 57

CHARLES LANCASTER

A .500 (.577/500 NO.2) SLIDE AND DROP HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 3634

30-inch damascus barrels, the flat top rib with folding express sights to 200yds, patent Lancaster smooth oval bore rifling, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the nose-less hammers with self-retracting strikers, 14 1/2inch well figured stock with engraved and chequered steel butt plate, 8lb. 3oz., black powder proof

The rifle incorporates Lancaster’s famed slide and drop action that draws the barrels tight on the angled breech face. Very few examples of this design are found incorporating the self-retracting strikers.

£3000 - 5000

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Lot 58

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, non-rebounding 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

£1400 - 1800

Lot 60

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE

the green velvet lined interior blocked for 27-inch barrels, fitted with tools and accessories, the lid embossed with a shooting scene, canvas and leather outer cover

£400 - 600

Lot 64

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

£150 - 250

Lot 61

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

£200 - 400

Lot 59

THOMAS BIRD

AN ENGLISH BULLET CROSSBOW, CIRCA 1798

the slender steel bow of triangular section, folding fore sight, folding rear sight engraved with the maker’s name “Bird, Great St Andrew’s Street, 7 Dials, London”, the steel lock and cocking lever with border engraving, the top surface with brass plate engraved with rose decoration, the stock with brass trigger guard and butt plate

The maker Thomas Bird is recorded at 42 Great Andrews Street, 7 Dials, London between 1798 and 1799.

£500 - 700

Lot 62

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

£150 - 250

Lot 63

J. PURDEY

A RARE EARLY MAHOGANY GUN CASE, CIRCA 1820

the void interior with faded baize lined lid bearing the first type J. Purdey label with the address 4 Princes Street, Leicester Square, from J. Manton

£200 - 400

Lot 65

PARKER HALE TWO FOLDING BIPODS AND HAND STOPS together with a quantity of .308 magazines for Steyr SSG bolt-action rifles; and four Sig Sauer .308 magazines, etc

£150 - 250

Lot 66

KAHLES

A ZF69-6X42 TELESCOPIC SIGHT

in its green canvas case with a Parker Hale PH5E aperture rear sight, the case numbered 158559, reportedly removed from a Parker Hale M82 rifle

£200 - 400

Lot 67

JOHN RIGBY & CO.

A PERIOD TELESCOPIC SIGHT with quick detachable see-through mounts, the tube engraved with rifle number 5206, in its leather tube

£200 - 400

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Lot 68

GERARD

A PERIOD TELESCOPIC SIGHT with claw mounts, in its scope tube; together with two Inertial type telescopic sights (3)

£200 - 400

Lot 72

ELTRO GMBH UCO

A TYP B8V IMAGE INTENSIFYING OPTICAL SIGHT together with an American 1942 dated spotting telescope, with associated tripod (2)

£150 - 250

Lot 69

W. J. JEFFERY & CO.

A PATENT TELESCOPIC SIGHT the tube engraved “Patented by W. Jeffery & Co., 1900”, in its leather case

£150 - 250

Lot 73

A GROUP OF LEATHER SHOOTING ACCESSORIES comprising: a leather cartridge magazine, a pair of leather gun slips, 4 leather cartridge bags, etc

£200 - 400

Lot 76

A PAIR OF LEATHER GUN SLIPS AND THREE CARTRIDGE BAGS

£200 - 400

Lot 77

A LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, with reproduction James Purdey & Sons label; together with a plastic gun case (2)

£150 - 250

Lot 70

HERTEL & REUSS

A 4X36-L81 MACRO-ZIEL SNIPER’S TELESCOPIC SIGHT complete with mount, in its plastic scope tube

£150 - 250

Lot 74

COGSWELL & HARRISON LTD

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels, suitable for a 20-bore

£150 - 250

Lot 78

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 500 case; together with a further cartridge magazine (2)

£200 - 400

Lot 71

A GROUP OF SIX LEATHER SCOPE TUBES of various patterns and sizes

£100 - 200

Lot 75

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels

£200 - 400

Lot 79

NYLUND

A CUSTOM MADE SPORTING KNIFE

4-inch blade with mammoth vertebra handle, in its leather sheath

£200 - 300

Lot 80

ERIK NYLUND

A DAMASCUS SPORTING KNIFE 4-inch blade, the banded antler handle engraved with a black cock, in its leather sheath

£200 - 300

Lot 84

A GROUP OF SHOOTING ACCESSORIES

comprising: Cogswell & Harrison named striker pot and oil bottle; pull-through; a set of place finder cups; two cartridge bags; and two canvas barrel bags (Qty)

£150 - 250

Lot 88

ALDIS BROTHERS

A TELESCOPIC SIGHT FOR A GEORGE GIBBS SPORTING RIFLE, NO. B6749 fitted with claw mounts, the tube engraved “Fitted by George Gibbs, Bristol & London”

£200 - 400

Lot 81

KEN HUNT

THREE FRAMED SETS OF ENGRAVING RUBBINGS

the highly detailed scenes including commissions for Holland & Holland, J. Purdey & Sons, J. Roberts & Son, Ivo Fabbri, etc

£600 - 800

Lot 82

LEUPOLD

A EUROPEAN-30 3-9X50MM TELESCOPIC SIGHT

£150 - 250

Lot 83

A LEATHER LEG-OF-MUTTON GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels

£150 - 250

Lot 85

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels

£150 - 250

Lot 86 A FIGURED WALNUT STOCK BLANK

the end impressed “McPherson’s Stores, Inverness”

£250 - 400

Lot 87

FARLOWS

A PAIR OF LEATHER GUN SLIPS

£150 - 250

Lot 89

DOLLAND, LONDON

THE TELEVISTA THREE-DRAWER

STALKING TELESCOPE, NO. 9491 in its leather tube

£150 - 250

Lot 90

AITCHISON, LONDON

THE TELEVISTA THREE-DRAWER

STALKING TELESCOPE, NO. 6276 in its leather tube

£150 - 250

Lot 91

J. H. STEWARD LTD.

A FIVE-DRAWER POCKET TELESCOPE with leather covered barrel and lens cap, in its velvet pouch; together with a similar example (2)

£150 - 250

Lot 92

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

including: oil bottle, snap caps, cartridge extractors, a stalking knife, Pecar telescopic sight, holsters, cleaning rods, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 96

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

comprising: 3 shot and powder measures; turnscrew; nipple and striker disc keys; two chamber brushes; bullet mould, etc and a mahogany case suitable for conversion to house a pistol

£250 - 350

Lot 100

A COLLECTION OF GUNMAKERS OIL CANS various pattern, including example retailed by Stephen Grant & Joseph Lang Ltd, and William Evans; together with a Curtis & Harvey powder tin (14)

£200 - 400

Lot 93

BOSS & CO.

A FINE OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE

with compartments blocked for 28-inch barrels (originally 30-inches)

£500 - 700

Lot 94

J. PURDEY & SONS

A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE of recent manufacture, with compartments for 30-inch barrels

£500 - 800

Lot 97

W. J. JEFFERY & CO.

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE

with compartment blocked for 28-inch barrels

£150 - 250

Lot 101 J. PURDEY & SONS

THREE ORIGINAL GUN CASE LABELS for the periods 1901 to 1910, 1911 to 1921 and 1986 to 1991; together with a selection of reproduction labels

£80 - 120

Lot 95

LE JEUNE

A CHROME PLATED BRASS MASCOT OF A GROUSE together with a small collection of original artwork commissioned for The Shooting Times by Chris Moller; and prints of sporting interest, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 98

A LEATHER CARTRIDGE BAG of rapid load pattern, for about 150 cases

£150 - 250

Lot 99

A LEATHER CARTRIDGE CASE together with a leather cartridge bag; cartridge belt; two Holland & Holland 12-bore hand guards, etc

£150 - 250

Lot 102

ICI

A SCARCE 12, 16 AND 20-BORE GUN LOCK TESTER in its maker’s box, the 20-bore dummy cartridge with machined 16 and 12-bore sleeves

£150 - 250

Lot 103

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND CANVAS

SINGLE GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels

£100 - 200

Lot 104

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: named turnscrews; a pair of snap caps; oil bottle; hand guard, etc; together with a leather game carrier

£150 - 250

Lot 107

A SMALL GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

including: two Purdey gun case labels; a pair of Boss & Co. snap caps; a pair of Woodward snap caps; oil can; flask, etc

£150 - 250

Lot 105

JOHN RIGBY & CO

A FULL LENGTH CANVAS RIFLE CASE suitable for a .275 bolt-action rifle

£150 - 250

Lot 108

J. G. MILLAIS

Lot 106

J. PURDEY & SONS

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES including a pair of turnscrews, striker key, named oil bottle and snap caps, pull-through and Purdey instruction booklet

£250 - 350

Lot 109

A MINIATURE STEEL BALLISTER

“GAME BIRDS AND SHOOTING SKETCHES”

2nd edition, 1894

£50 - 80

Lot 110

A PAIR OF 30-INCH CHOPPER-LUMP BARRELS, IN THE WHITE the Peter Higgins tubes jointed by Mick Kelly, with extractor blanks, unchambered

£500 - 700

the blued steel frame with hinged side wings, bowstring broken, the sliding steel “barrel and breech” with miniature lock mechanism and rotating cocking handle, retaining much of its original blued finish overall

£300 - 500

Lot 111

BOXALL & EDMISTON

A KIT OF PARTS TO BUILD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with extractors fitted, trigger plate with single trigger, fore-end iron, lockwork, springs, etc

£500 - 700

Lot 112

JOSEPH MANTON

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 1631, CONVERTED FROM FLINTLOCK

the frame, non-rebounding locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate

The serial number dates the gun to 1801 and it was altered by Joseph Harkom & Son. The conversion appears never to have been completed as the gun was not re-submitted for proof.

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 113

W. J. GALLYON

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2017

the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with hell and toe plates, top tang with repairs

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 114

HARRISON & HUSSEY LTD

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2145

the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and scenes of duck and dog, retaining some hardening colour, possibly renewed, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, canvas case

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 115

THOMAS HORSLEY

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A HORSLEY PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 2051

the frame, bar locks, hammers and push-forward thumb lever with fine scroll engraving, patent retracting strikers, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered horn butt plate

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 116

ALEX HENRY

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A .32 HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MAGNUM FALLING BLOCK HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 2320, CONVERTED FROM A .360 RIFLE

25-inch octagonal re-lined barrel, engraved frame and falling block, the bolted lock signed “Alex Henry”, 15 1/2-inch well figured replacement stock, 4lb. 12oz., nitro proof

The maker confirms that the rifle was built in 1870. The conversion has been partially completed and requires finishing. All the main parts are present.

£300 - 500

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Lot 117

GEORGE GIBBS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 20489/90

29-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch highly figured stocks including 3/4-inch ebonite extensions, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £7000 - 9000

Lot 118

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 re-jointing 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.

✪ £10000 - 15000

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Lot 119

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 lever s 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.

✪ £18000 - 24000

Lot 120

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.

✪ £8000 - 12000

Lot 121

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

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 122

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. ✪ £10000 - 15000

Lot 123

FRED T. BAKER

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER

SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7931/2 30-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, Boss patent single trigger, 14 1/8-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The guns have a typically high quality with this maker and are fitted with the Boss patent single trigger no. 22894 of 1894.

✪ £5000 - 7000

Lot 124

BOSS & CO.

A PAIR OF 12-BORE ROUND BODY ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 8735/6

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15-inch well figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads (pads worn), 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case with outer cover

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1947.

✪ £15000 - 20000

JAMES WOODWARD & SON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5801/2

29-inch replacement barrels by William Evans, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 and 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings respectively, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, arcaded fences and raised gold lined cocking indicators, No.1 polished bright, No.2 retaining some original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch well figured stocks including 1-inch extensions, 6lb. 15oz. and 6lb. 10oz. respectively, nitro proof, in their associated individual cases

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1904 for Captain R.S. Chaplin and that the replacement barrels were fitted by William Evans in 1983 (chopper-lump) and 1985 (dove-tail) respectively.

✪ £5000 - 7000

Lot 126

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 20182/3 30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 and 3/8 and 3/4 choke boring respectively, the re-coloured frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2inch well figured replacement stocks, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, No.2 right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1911.

✪ £8000 - 12000

Lot 127

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL

SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 31824/5

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with acanthus scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stocks including 3/4-inch extension, sling eyes, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in their re-lined lightweight leather motor case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1928.

✪ £8000 - 12000

Lot 128

GEORGE GIBBS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR

GUNS, NOS. C558/9

29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings and 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings respectively, sunken game ribs, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, ribbed triggers, 15-inch well figured replacement stocks, sling eyes, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s leather case ✪ £6000 - 8000

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Lot 129

BOSS & CO.

A FINE MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7178 AND 8178

29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engr aving, retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, patent single triggers and rolled edge trigger guards, 14 5/8-inch well figured replacement stocks, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, No.2 gun re-proofed, in their maker’s lightweight leather double motor case

The maker confirms that the No.1 gun was ordered on 13 December 1926 by The Hon. J. S. Coke and that the No.2 gun was ordered by G. E. Coke on 4 December 1933 to match. The records also note that each gun was to be the same as A. G. Turner’s ordinary guns.

✪ £16000 - 20000

Lot 130

J. BLANCH & SON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE ASSISTED-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6784/5 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, mid extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stocks with ribbed butt plates, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The guns are built on the Baker system as true self-openers.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 131

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 18084/5 30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, No.2 gun with replacement barrels by the maker, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stocks including 1/2-inch extensions, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1904 and the replacement barrels for the No.2 gun were fitted in 1975.

✪ £14000 - 18000

Lot 132

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT SELFOPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 23567/8

28-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 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, 14 5/8-inch highly figured stocks including 1/2-inch extensions, 6lb. 3oz., nitro re-proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1928 for Mr A. Houston.

✪ £12000 - 18000

Lot 133

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15963/4 28-inch chopper-lump barrels (No.2 gun with maker’s replacement barrels), with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 and 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings respectively, the rounded frames, locks and numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks including 1 1/2-inch extensions, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1897 and that the replacement barrels for the No.2 gun were fitted in 1982.

✪ £10000 - 15000

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Lot 134

ARRIETA

A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE “IMPERIAL SABEL” MODEL

SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 24877 AND 24885

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with border and scroll engraving, retaining much of their original bright finish, articulated front triggers, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof, in their individual leather cases

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 135

MCCRIRICK & SON

A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 5109 AND 52334

28-inch replacement barrels by Thomas Bland & Sons, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extensions, the bolstered scroll back frames and top levers with fine scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stocks including 1 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, in their oak and leather case with Thomas Bland label

The replacement barrels were fitted circa 1960.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 136

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.

✪ £5000 - 8000

Lot 137

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

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 138

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

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 139

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

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 140

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

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 141

W.

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

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 142

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

Proof marks indicate that replacement barrels were fitted in 1968.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 143

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

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 144

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

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 145

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

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 146

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

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 147

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

✪ £1200 - 1500

Lot 148

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.

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 149

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 28998

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, top extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with border engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including 3/4inch extension, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, worn overall, leatherette covered case

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 150

ARRIETA

A 12-BORE “IMPERIAL SABEL” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 29699

28-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 scroll engraving, the model name inlaid in gold within a scrolling banner, articulated front trigger and rolled edge trigger guard, Holland & Holland type self-opening mechanism, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 151

W. H. POLLARD

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7612 (4905)

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about tr ue cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib with doll’s head extension, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever engraved with game vignettes surrounded by scrollwork, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner and retaining traces of renewed hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 152

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10382

29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/4inch well figured stock with sling eyes and chequered butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 153

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 24808

30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, lined cocking indicator, 16-inch highly figured stock including leather covered recoil pad, with slightly off-set comb, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, canvas case

The makers confirm that the gun was completed in 1934 as the No.2 of a pair of guns for A.P. Walshe. The gun was restocked by the makers in 1964 with the notes “trigger guards altered and iron work set”.

✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 154

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 26329

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, sunken game rib, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, brassbound oak and leather case with Holland & Holland label

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1909.

✪ £2400 - 2800

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Lot 155

ARTHUR TURNER

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5479

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed in gold, gold lined cocking indicators, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 156

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 354481

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., Spanish nitro proof, bores pitted

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 157

G. E. LEWIS & SONS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13754

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension and original ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 11oz., nitro reproof, leather case with C. B. Vaughan label

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 158

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 179418

28-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 scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 159

CHARLES LANCASTER

A 12-BORE PATENT ASSISTED-OPENING BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8412

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and replacement rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, bores marked

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 160

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17468

30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1902 for Major General Hutton to match gun no. 12516.

✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 161

STEPHEN GRANT & SONS

A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7249

30-inch replacement barrels by Westley Richards, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 7/8 choke borings, the frame, locks and side lever with fine scroll engraving, fluted fences, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, bore diameters marginal ✪ £2500 - 3500

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Lot 162

HENRY ATKIN

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3058

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case with C. B. Vaughan label

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 163

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 23465

30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including leather-covered recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, maker’s lightweight leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1928 for S. Henderson.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 164

ADAMS & CO.

A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14003

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in its wooden box

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 165

ARMY & NAVY

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 38170 28-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, possibly shortened, about improved cylinder borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 166

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE “DOMINION” MODEL (C GRADE) BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 26238

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with border engraving, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including 2 1/4-inch extension and replacement heel, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 167

AYA

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 547811

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the additional 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever engraved with rose bouquets and scrolling ribbons and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, fences with side clips, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, cracked at the head, 7lb. 1oz., Spanish nitro proof (replacement barrels London proof for 1993), original barrels left barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 168

STEPHEN GRANT & SONS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7343

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, brassbound leather case

✪ £2400 - 2800

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Lot 169

HARRISON & HUSSEY

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3460

28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within an arched banner, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 170

J. WOODWARD & SONS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5047

29-inch replacement barrels by another, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much renewed hardening colour, the breech face impressed “The Automatic” trademark, 14 1/4-inch figured replacement stock, replacement fore-end wood and iron, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1901 for Charles Fairburn.

The replacement barrels were fitted by the London trade in 2000 and it is likely that the other refurbishment work was carried out at the same time.

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 171

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17494

30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight canvas case, left barrel wall thickness marginal

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1902. ✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 172

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 46364

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, bores marked, in its leather case

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 173

W. C. CARSWELL LTD.

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, carved fences, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 174

JAMES LANG & CO.

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10656

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 16 1/4-inch stock including 1 3/4-inch extension and 1inch ebonite heel plate, 7lb., nitro proof, bores pitted and dented, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, canvas case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 175

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE “THE VICTOR” MODEL SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 15134

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about recessed and improved cylinder choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case with Cogswell & Harrison label

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 176

STEPHEN GRANT & SONS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17631

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, fluted fences, 15 1/2-inch highly figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case with a copy of the original bill sheet

The maker confirms that the gun was completed in 1937 and sold to Captain R. H. C. Thomas. The gun appears to have been originally built slightly cast on with the stock now altered for the right shoulder.

✪ £3500 - 5000

Lot 177

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13529

28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1890 and the replacement barrels were fitted in 1961.

✪ £3500 - 5000

Lot 178

FRANC SODIA

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 33375

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib and crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with bold scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof

The gun was completed in 1947 and is one of many that Sodia built for British Army Officers at that time.

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 179

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

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 180

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.

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 181

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

The gun was built in 1932 and is sold with a fascinating file of correspondence from the maker relating to the order of the gun, explaining that they have found the DH25 an unprofitable gun to make and that the price has now risen to 33 guineas.

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 182

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

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 183

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

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 184

ARMY & NAVY CSL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68076

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 185

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 55132

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 186

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 547499

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 187

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 23XTR PIGEON GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. PWK002956

26-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch magnum chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, single selective trigger, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 188

SIMSON, SUHL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 261866

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame with side clips, dummy side plates, top lever engraved with scenes of dogs and game in woodland landscapes, cocking indicators, 15 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and 1 1/2-inch extension, sling swivels, 7lb. 4oz., German nitro proof, canvas case with Cogswell & Harrison label

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 189

JAMES MACNAUGHTON & SONS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3423

28-inch replacement barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

The replacement barrels were fitted in 1980.

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 190

CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD

A FINE 12-BORE “CROWN” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8027A

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a panel, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, beaver tail fore-end, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with its original order letter and specification sheet

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1956 at a cost of £320 2s 6d including the fitted leather case. The gun appears little used.

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 191

CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD

A FINE 12-BORE “CROWN” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8028B

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining most of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a panel, 15-inch figured stock with semi-pistol grip, beaver tail fore-end, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with original specification letter

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1966 at a cost of £320 2s 6d and appears virtually unused.

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 192

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 700 SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 139189

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, beaver tail fore-end, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, together with its original bill of sale

The gun was sold new in 1968 at a cost of £195 8s 6d.

✪ £600 - 900

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Lot 193

JOSEPH LANG & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14075

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and numbered top lever with border engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 194

R. ROPER, SON & CO. LTD

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN

30-inch replacement barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, carved fences, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

The replacement barrels were fitted in 1959.

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 195

S. J. CARR

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1001

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including leather covered recoil pad, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 196

THE PAYNE GUN COMPANY

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1015

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

The gun incorporates patent 137622 of 1920 covering the simplified coil sprung lockwork. A similar example is illustrated in Volume 3 of the classic work, The British Shotgun.

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 197

J. & W. TOLLEY

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 88301

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch horn extension, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 198

CHARLES BOSWELL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12637

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame and patent top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving within borders, the clipped fences carved with vine leaves against a stippled ground, 15-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, left bore dented, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 199

WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO.

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. D7850

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the plain frame and patent top lever with border engraving, polished bright, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof, bores pitted, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, rejointing recommended, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 200

W. HORTON

A 12-BORE PATENT POLY-GRIP SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2613

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the sunken game rib engraved “Patent Adjustable Trigger Action”, the scroll back frame and top lever engraved with scrolling foliage within borders, fluted fences, 14 1/2-inch crossover stock cast for the right shoulder and left master eye, cracked and repaired at the hand, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 201

JOHN WILKES

A SCARCE 12-BORE (2-INCH) LIGHTWEIGHT SINGLE TRIGGER

BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14039

26 1/2-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, selective single trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, the action base plate engraved “John Wilkes 2-inch Single Trigger”, 14-inch highly figured stock including 1-inch extension, probably converted to straight hand from a semi pistol grip, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case with Boss & Co. label

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1937.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 202

GEORGE GIBBS

A 12-BORE (3-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. B7383

30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with doll’s head extension, the additional 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, machined rib with doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 7lb. 10oz., recent nitro re-proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 203

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE ASSISTED-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 46554

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch crossover stock for the right shoulder and left master eye, including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 204

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 15667

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame and patent top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, re-jointing recommended

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 205

THOMAS HORSLEY & SONS LTD.

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4009

25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, narrow Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving surrounding scenes of game in landscapes, 14 7/8-inch figured stock including leather covered cheekpiece, 5lb. 15oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case with Charles Hellis label

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 206

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

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 207

W. HORTON

A 12-BORE HORTON’S PATENT BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1466

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 208

SEB BOROVNIK

AN AUSTRIAN 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4033 (D11347)

28 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib and top extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with game scene and fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 7oz., Austrian nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 209

SEB BOROVNIK

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4029 (D11447)

28 1/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined rib with top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, retaining much original hardening colour, fences with side clips, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 5oz., Austrian nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 210

AYA

A 20-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 546251

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 much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 12oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 211

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

£2000 - 3000

Lot 212

AN ENGLISH 10-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN

31 1/2-inch damascus barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring, the frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and side lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch highly figured stock with semi pistol grip and engraved steel butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof

£800 - 1000

Lot 213

JOSEPH HARKOM

A 10-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, NO. 605

30 1/4-inch damascus barrels with engraved breeches and platinum lined plugs, the hammers and locks with fine foliate scroll engraving around scenes of game and dogs, the half length stock with engraved steel furniture and butt plate, the left side with small silver escutcheon engraved “Woodcock”, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., black powder re-proof, London 1993

£700 - 900

Lot 214

PERRINS & SON

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 3082

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and patent top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining some hardening colour, well re-finished overall, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with heel and toe plates, 6lb. 10oz., black powder re-proof

✪ £600 - 900

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Lot 215

J. KERR & CO.

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 8042

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 216

CHARLES LANCASTER

A 12-BORE “COLINDIAN” TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 5929

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, stippled short raised rib with folding leaf sights and doll’s head extension, the barrels engraved “The Colindian Rifled Gun for Shot or Ball, Non-fouling Smooth Oval Bore Rifling”, (rifling now removed), the rounded frame, rebounding back lock and hammer retaining much renewed hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 7lb. 9oz.. nitro re-proof

The makers confirm that the gun was ordered in 1888 by Captain G. L. Halford.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 217

MORTIMER & SON

A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 6335

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, nonrebounding back locks, hammers and patent side lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 1oz., black powder proof (1868 Rules), bores pitted, the right hammer a well-matched replacement

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 218

WILKINSON & SON

A 16-BORE SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 5835

28 1/2-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 1/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and side lever with scroll and border engraving and retaining much renewed hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 219

E. M. REILLY

A 16-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER

GUN, NO. 15372

29-inch damascus barrel with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder boring, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever with border and scroll engraving and retaining much renewed hardening colour, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate and including 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 220

LLOYD & SON

A 16-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER

GUN, NO. 5831

31-inch damascus barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 1/4 choke boring, the rounded frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and top lever with border engraving, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 4lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 221

THOMAS NORFOLK

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 9417

29 1/2-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever retaining much of its renewed hardening colour, the trigger plate engraved “Re-engraved P. Duffill, 2012”, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, cast for central vision, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 222

CRUTCHLOE

A 12-BORE JEFFRIES PATENT

UNDERLEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 503

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, twin lumps, the frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb., black powder proof, bores marked, left barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum

The gun conforms to Jeffries patent 3442 of 1874.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 223

JOHN MANTON, SON & CO.

A 20-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 11705, CONVERTED FROM PERCUSSION

29 1/4-inch damascus twist round to octagonal barrel, with 2 1/2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the frame, non-rebounding bar lock, hammer and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 13 1/2inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 5lb. 8oz., black powder proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 224

J. A. SCOTCHER

A 14-BORE SINGLE BARREL PINFIRE HAMMER GUN, NO. 1982

29-inch round to octagonal barrel with 2 1/2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the frame, nonrebounding bar lock, hammer and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, tang safety, 14-inch figured stock with engraved and numbered steel butt plate, 5lb. 10oz., black powder proof, bore marked

The gun appears to be a conversion from a muzzle loader.

£300 - 500

Lot 225

H. HOLLAND

A 12-BORE UNDERLEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2184

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and push-forward underlever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 226

W. W. GREENER

A 12-BORE PINFIRE HAMMER GUN, NO. 7851

29 1/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined flat top rib, the breeches fitted with steel percussion cap conversion cases, the rounded frame, push-forward underlever, non-rebounding back locks and hammers with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the push-forward underlever drawing back a single locking bolt while external levers pull the hammers back to half cock, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, sling eyes, 10lb. 2oz., black powder proof (obsolete calibre)

£800 - 1200

Lot 227

THOMAS BISSELL

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 312

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, disc set strikers, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 1oz., black powder proof, bores marked

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 228

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE PINFIRE BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 3802

29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent lift-up thumb lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof £700 - 900

Lot 229

WALTON BROTHERS & CO.

A SCARCE 12-BORE ROCHAT LIFTING BREECH GUN, NO. 581

28 1/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib and engraved lift-up breech, the frame and barrels with original French proof and markings, grip safety, the half length stock with semi pistol grip, 14-inch pull, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum ✪ £200 - 400

Lot 230

WILLIAM GOLDING

A 10-BORE (THIN BRASS CASE) HAMMER GUN, NO. 855, CONVERTED FROM MUZZLE LOADING

31 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 3-inch chambers for thin brass cases, true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, noseless hammers and rotary underlever with border and scroll engraving, the locks with scenes of game and retaining some original hardening colour, the frame engraved “Converted to the Improved Central Fire System for J.S.W.S. Erle.Drax. Esq by E.M. Reilly & Co. Breech Loader Manufacturers, Oxford Street, London”, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 8lb. 3oz., black powder proof (1868 Rules)

£1000 - 1500

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Lot 231

SCHNEIDER

A FRENCH 14-BORE PATENT SNAP-ACTION HAMMER GUN, NO. 71

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rib inscribed “Invention Schneider à Paris”, Eley Brothers stamp and collection no. 438, the breeches impressed “Leopold Bernard, Canonnier à Paris”, the rounded frame with non-rebounding back locks, hammers and push-forward underlever finely engraved with fruiting vine, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb.

The action was patented in Great Britain by François Eugene Schneider in 1861. This was a major contribution to the evolution of the breech-loading sporting gun and centrefire cartridge and was soon recognised by English gunmaker, George Henry Daw who marketed his own version of this gun the following year. The Eley Brothers collection mark indicates that the gun was probably supplied to them for cartridge development from new.

£1000 - 1500

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Lot 232

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.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 233

BOSS & CO.

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3237

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock, broken and crudely repaired at the hand, chequered steel butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., black powder proof, bores badly pitted, worn overall

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 234

PARKER FIELD & SONS

A 12-BORE PINFIRE GUN, NO. 10216

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and forward pointing underlever with fine scroll engraving around scenes of game in landscapes, 14 1/2-inch highly figured fiddle-back maple stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb. 8oz., black powder proof £700 - 900

Lot 235

J. Y. POTTER

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 616

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., recent black powder re-proof

The gun is partially restored. The barrels are in-the-white and a replacement joint pin requires finishing.

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 236

HOMER

A FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS

15 1/2-inch damascus octagonal to round barrel, with flared muzzle, approximately 16-bore, the top surface mounted with its spring bayonet, the lock and cock with border and scroll engraving, full length stock with brass furniture, 13 3/4-inch pull, 5lb. 14oz., Birmingham black powder proof £500 - 800

Lot 237

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 ✪ £300 - 500

Lot 238

T. WILD

A 20-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 11059

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof, bores marked ✪ £300 - 500

Lot 239

E. M. REILLY & CO.

A 13-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING

GUN, NO. 13682

30-inch damascus barrels, the breeches with platinum plugs, the non-rebounding backlocks and hammers with scroll engraving, full length ramrod, the half length well figured stock with steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, 7lb., black powder proof

£600 - 900

Lot 240

AUSTIN

A PERCUSSION 16-BORE SINGLE BARREL SPORTING GUN

44-inch octagonal to round barrel with decorative band and gold coloured inlays, engraved breech, the lock and hammer with scroll engraving and signed “Austin”, the half length maple stock with steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, 7lb.

£400 - 600

Lot 241

ROBINSON

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 12845

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the rib signed “Charles Smith, Maker, 35 Market Place, Newark” and possibly not original to the gun, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with heel and toe plates, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 242

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 3699CW

30-inch BSA steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 5/8 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stocks with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 243

H. HOLLAND

A 12-BORE UNDERLEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2217

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and push-down underlever with fine foliate scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, grip safety, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch ribbed ebonite butt plate, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1872.

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 244

A. ALLAN

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 5947

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, hammers, lock and top lever with fine scroll engraving of scenes of game and dogs, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch highly figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 245

W. R. PAPE

A 16-BORE PATENT HAMMER GUN, NO. 1790

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, push-forward side lever, non-rebounding locks and hammers with scroll engraving, self retracting strikers, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, worn overall

The gun incorporates patent number 1501 of 1866.

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 246

E. HARRISON & CO.

A 16-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 13454

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/8-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 247

J. BLANCH & SON

A 16-BORE BACKLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5228

28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, Scott patent back locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its renewed hardening colour, crystal indicators and gold washed lockwork, 14-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb., nitro re-proof, right bore pitted

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 248

AYA

A 16-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 270470

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining most of its original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

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Lot 249

MORTIMER & SON

A PAIR OF 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7897/8

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 5/8 choke borings, the frames and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving around scenes of game in landscapes, retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stocks including 1 1/2-inch extensions, 5lb. 13oz., nitro proof (No.2 gun re-proofed), bores marked

✪ £500 - 800

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Lot 250

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 16-BORE “DOMINION” MODEL BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 34210

28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built circa 1938 and that the replacement barrels were fitted circa 1970.

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 251

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 16-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 25629/30 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, gold brushed lockwork, articulated front triggers, 15 1/4-inch figured stocks with slightly scalloped combs and leather covered recoil pads, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, canvas motor case with reproduction label

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1938 for Prince de Croy.

✪ £10000 - 15000

Lot 252

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

The gun was completed in 1974 and appears little used.

✪ £1000 - 1500

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

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 254

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

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 255

ARRIETA

A 20-BORE GUNMARK CROWN SABEL MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 34677

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke boring, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, the lock engraved with a crown, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 2-inch extension, 6lb. 2oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 256

ARRIETA

A 20-BORE GUNMARK CROWN SABEL MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 34679

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, each lock engraved with a crown, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 257

AYA

A 20-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 484515

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever engraved with rose bouquets surrounded by scrolling ribbons, retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., Spanish nitro proof, vinyl covered case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 258

AYA

A 20-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 556064

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14-inch figured stock including chequered horn butt plate, 6lb., Spanish nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 259

AYA

A 20-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 499243

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 3oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 260

A 20-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 149828

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch figure stock, 5lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 261

ROBERT LISLE

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3777

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with bold foliate scroll engraving surrounding scenes of dog and game, the maker’s name signed in gold and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch figured replacement stock, 5lb. 5oz., nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 262

A 20-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 185856

28-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 much original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock, 5lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof, canvas case with W. J. Jeffery label

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 263

W. J. JEFFERY & CO.

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2883

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the scallop backed frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked

✪ £700 - 900

260

A PAIR OF 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 18471/2

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch replacement figured stocks, 5lb. 15oz., nitro proof

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1958 at a cost of £178.

✪ £3000 - 4000

A FINE CASBARD-ENGRAVED 28-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11626

26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 5/8 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever profusely engraved with foliate scrollwork, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner and retaining all of its original hardening colour, 14-inch highly figured stock, 4lb. 10oz., nitro proof, left barrel wall thickness well below the recommended minimum, in its maker’s lightweight leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1979 for Lord Rank and that it was engraved by Casbard. The gun appears virtually unused.

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 264

T. BLAND & SONS

Lot 265

B. E. CHAPLIN

Lot 266

AYA

A 28-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTION GUN, NO. 378590

27-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 4oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 267

BSA (M47C)

A .410 SINGLE SHOT GUN, CONVERTED FROM A NO.4 MK I BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. L0640

25 1/2-inch smoothbore barrel, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight, bolt with side safety, dummy magazine, the action with welded plate, the butt socket indistinctly dated 1944, full length stock with brass butt plate and hand guard, 13-inch pull, 8lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 268

AYA

A .410 NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR GUN, NO. 393895

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 13 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 2oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 269

CHARLES LANCASTER

A .410 SINGLE BARREL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8275, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE

25 1/2-inch barrel with 2 1/2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the rounded frame and top lever with scroll engraving, automatic ejector and single action trigger mechanism, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 5lb. 3oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 270

BROWNING

A COMPOSED PAIR OF BELGIAN 12-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUNS, NOS. 8J3P01751 AND 8J3RR66726

30-inch barrels with 2 ¾-inch chambers, fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated ribs, the frames and top levers with border engraving, selective single triggers, non automatic safety catches, 14-inch figured stocks with pistol grips and rubber recoil pads, 7lb. 8oz, Belgian nitro proof, lightweight plastic case

✪ £1200 - 1500

Lot 271

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

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 272

P. BERETTA

A 20-BORE MODEL 686 SPECIAL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR

GUN, NO. E87219B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 273

P. BERETTA

A 20-BORE MODEL 686 SPECIAL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR

GUN, NO. E90511B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 274

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 686 “SILVER PIGEON 1” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. V20560S

30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, fitted with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, nonautomatic selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 8oz., Italian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s plastic case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £600 - 800

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Lot 275

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE ULTRA LIGHT DELUXE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. U6463B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the lightweight frame and top lever with game scene decoration, non-automatic selective single trigger, the 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s recoil pad, 6lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof, in its plastic case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 276

LINCOLN

A 20-BORE “PREMIER” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 219494

28-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, 14 1/2-inch stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 277

BROWNING

A JAPANESE 12-BORE MODEL 525

SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63273MP

32-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving, non-automatic selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s plastic case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 278

BROWNING

A JAPANESE 12-BORE MODEL 325

SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 48730PP

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, non-automatic selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 279

F. N. BROWNING

AN EARLY BELGIAN 12-BORE “SUPERPOSED” B25 OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 69

30-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, semi ventilated machined non-crossfire rib, the barrel signed “Browning Arms Company, Ogden, Utah, 12GA Special Steel”, one-piece fore-end with horseshoe retainer, the frame and top lever with border engraving and impressed with the serial number 69 on the top strap, ‘FN’ engraved on the top lever, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and perished rubber recoil pad, 7lb 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, bores pitted

The gun was built circa 1931 and is typical of other early examples of the Browning ‘Superposed” that we have seen. Gun serial number 6 was sold in these rooms in 2023 and serial number 20 in 2006.

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 280

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE C2S GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8L4PW00098

30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame, side plates and top lever engraved with scenes of pheasant and duck amid realistic scenes and surrounded by bold foliate scrollwork, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 281

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 682 “SUPERSPORT” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. H00295B

28-inch ported monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the plain black frame and top lever with matted top surface, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 11oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 282

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE MODEL 686 SPECIAL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. C99799B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll decoration, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 283

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 23142S74

26 1/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original bright finish, non-automatic safety, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 3oz., Belgian nitro proof

The gun appears little used.

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 284

P. BERETTA

A 20-BORE S687 “SILVER PIGEON” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. M15684E

28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving surrounding scenes of game in flight, selective single trigger, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

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Lot 285

RIZZINI

A PAIR OF 20-BORE “ARTEMIS CLASSIC” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUNS, NOS. 35119/20 No.1 gun with 29-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers and interchangeable choke tubes, No.2 gun with 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers and interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated ribs, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, selective single triggers, 16 1/4-inch well figured stocks with semi pistol grips and including 2-inch extensions, 7lb. 2oz. and 7lb. 3oz. respectively, Italian nitro proof

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 286

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 101XTR LIGHTWEIGHT SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K459588

27-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch magnum chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration around scenes of game birds, selective single trigger, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 287

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5367S9

28-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 border engraving, non-automatic selective single trigger with custom beetle-backed safety slide, 14 1/4inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 288

FLLI. GAMBA

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63157

27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, crossbolt extensions, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bold foliate scroll engraving against a stippled ground, hand detachable trigger block, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with straight hand and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., Italian nitro proof, Beretta canvas case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 289

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 20-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR

GUN, NO. 64293V73

26 1/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with straight hand and maker’s butt plate, 5lb, 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, leather covered case, finish with some blemishes

✪ £600 - 800

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Lot 290

RIZZINI

A FINE PAIR OF 20-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ROUND BODY OVER AND UNDER GUNS, NOS. 79559/60, A THREE CALIBRE SET the 31-inch 20-bore monobloc barrels with 3-inch magnum chambers, solid machined ribs and interchangeable choke tubes, the interchangeable 30-inch 28-bore monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the 29-inch .410 (36 gauge) barrels with 3-inch magnum chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, all with dedicated fore-ends, the rounded frames and gold numbered top levers with bold foliate scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, single triggers and beetle-backed safety catches, long tang pistol grips with engraved caps, 15 1/8-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 10oz. (with 20-bore barrels), Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather motor case

The guns were built in 2011 and specified in the English style. Each gun has three pairs of barrels, the smaller gauges appearing unused.

✪ £6000 - 8000

Lot 291

BROWNING

A 12-BORE A1 MODEL OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 64271

28-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 border engraving, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with straight hand and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 6oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 292

MIROKU

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR SKEET GUN, NO. 676586

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original finish, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 293

ZOLI

A 20-BORE OVER AND UNDER NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68003

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 foliate scroll decoration, 12 3/4inch stock with pistol grip, maker’s butt plate chipped, 6lb. 10oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 294

PERAZZI

A 12-BORE MX8 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER SKEET GUN, NO. 54199

27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the muzzles recessed and ventilated, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining virtually all of its original finish, the detachable trigger block with V springs, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 2oz., Italian nitro proof, vinyl covered case

✪ £1500 - 2000

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Lot 295

PERAZZI

A 12-BORE MX8 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 39200

26 3/4-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, the top barrel with full choke boring, the bottom barrel with interchangeable choke tube, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, detachable trigger block with V springs, non-automatic safety catch, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with straight hand, 7lb., Italian nitro proof, vinyl covered case with spare chokes

✪ £1500 - 2000

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Lot 296

PERAZZI

A 12-BORE MX8 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 129695

29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining virtually all of its original finish, non-automatic safety catch, the detachable trigger block with V springs and trigger selector, 15 1/2inch figured stock with pistol grip and sprung heel plate, 8lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, instructions, etc

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 297

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

✪ £16500 - 18500

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(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 shortfall 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 Property 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

10. FAILURE TO COLLECT PURCHASES

(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) 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 parties 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 parties.

(d) If any part of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining parts 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 Courts, in favour of GG.

The Conditions of Business for Sellers govern all aspects of the consignment, report, holding and sale of Property 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.

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.

DEFINITIONS

“Seller” is the owner of the Property, their agent, executors or the person in possession of the Property (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 Property.

“Expenses” are Gavin Gardiner Limited’s expenses, fees and charges relating to the Property, 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 Property.

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

“Reserve Price” is the minimum Hammer Price at which the Property 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 Property for a Global Reserve Price and/or agree an auctioneer’s discretion to reduce the Reserve Price by 10% or to offer Property 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.

1. SELLER’S WARRANTIES

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

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

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

(iii) the Seller has provided all relevant information about the ownership, condition, authenticity, attribution, provenance and import/export history of the Property;

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

(b) The Seller will indemnify GG, its directors, employees, officers and Buyers of the Property 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 Property 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 Property is described, illustrated and marketed, and the date, venue and conduct of the sale.

(b) All oral or written estimates, appraisals and reports 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.

(c) GG may, without obligation, consult with third party experts and carry out such other research for the Property as it deems necessary. GG may transfer possession of the Property to such third parties and shall not be responsible for the acts and omissions of such third parties.

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

(e) GG will charge a Buyer’s Premium on the sale of the Property at GG’s standard rates. GG reserves the right to pay out of its commissions a fee to any third party introducing Sellers or Property to it.

(f) Sellers are prohibited from bidding on their own Property. If a Seller offers the Hammer Price for their Property, GG may charge the Seller the Seller’s Commission, Buyer’s Premium and Expenses relating to that Property.

3. WITHDRAWAL OF PROPERTY

(a) If the Seller withdraws any Property 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 Property sold at its mid estimate, plus all Expenses (the “Withdrawal Fee”).

(b) GG may withdraw any Property 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 Property; (iv) the Property 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 Property has deteriorated since consignment; (vi) the auction has been postponed for any reason.

(c) If the Property 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 Property 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 Property, whether negligent or otherwise, subject always to Condition 4(c).

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

(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.

5. LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

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

(i) risk passes to the Buyer; or

(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 Property by GG, if not consigned for sale.

(b) GG shall charge a premium of 1.5% of:-

(i) the Hammer Price of the Property, if sold;

(ii) the Reserve Price of the Property or as otherwise stated on the Property 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 Property 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 Property fails to sell at auction, GG shall be entitled for a period of 35 days after the auction to sell the Property 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.

(b) GG shall not be obliged to check the ability of Buyers to pay for Property 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.

8. UNSOLD/ UNCOLLECTED PROPERTY

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

(i) be reconsigned for sale; 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 Property sold for its Reserve Price (where applicable), plus relevant Expenses.

(b) If the Seller does not reconsign or collect the Property 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 Property to independent storage at the Seller’s expense; or

(ii) re-offer the Property 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.

(c) If the Seller deposits the Property with GG for more than 1 year and neither collects or consigns it for sale, GG shall be entitled to sell such Property 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 Property 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 Property together with any additional Expenses incurred by GG. GG will return the Property to the Seller upon receipt of the Net Sale Proceeds and Expenses, unless prevented from doing so for reasons beyond GG’s control.

10. DATA PROTECTION

(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.

(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 parties world-wide for the purposes outlined in Condition 10(a).

11. MISCELLANEOUS

(a) If any part of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining parts 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 Courts, in favour of GG.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS AND BUYERS

CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

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

ESTIMATES AND RESERVES

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 starting 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.

BUYER’S PREMIUM AND VAT

A buyer’s premium of 25% is applicable on the first £100,000 and then 20% on amounts above this. 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 imported from outside the EU to be sold at auction under temporary importation. 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 certificate must accompany your absentee bids and buyer registration. For further information please consult the notes at the beginning of this catalogue.

PRE-SALE EXHIBITION

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

CONDITION REPORTS

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 report where practical. All condition reports 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 further information.

BIDDING IN PERSON

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.

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 th e 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.

PAYMENT

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:

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

Sort 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 1 MAY 2024

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.

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.

NAME (BLOCK LETTERS)

ADDRESS (BLOCK LETTERS)

POST CODE:

FAX NO.

DATE:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

EMAIL:

SIGNATURE:

GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERS

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.

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 start 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.

“Buy” or unlimited bids will not be accepted. Bids should be placed in catalogue order.

TELEPHONE

BIDS

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 i s subject to our Conditions of Business. Please give us 24 hours notice of your intention to use this service.

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

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

GAVIN GARDINER LIMITED’S AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE

If Gavin Gardiner Limited sells an item of Property 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 Property, 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 Property 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 Property. Property 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).

Pl ease note that this Guarantee does not apply if either:-

(i) the catalogue description was in accordance with the generally accepted opinions of scholars and experts 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 Property (in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion); or

(iii) there has been no material loss in value of the Property 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 Property, specifying the lot number, date of the auction at which it was purchased and the reasons why it is believed to be Counterfeit; and

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

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 reports of two independent and recognised experts in the relevant field and acceptable to Gavin Gardiner Limited. Gavin Gardiner Limited shall not be bound by any reports produced by the Buyer, and reserves the right to seek additional expert 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 expert reports, provided always that the costs of such reports have been approved in advance and in writing by Gavin Gardiner Limited.

Gavin Gardiner Limited

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