Gavin Gardiner

FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Pulborough, West Sussex 2 September 2020

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

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

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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS PUBLIC EXHIBITION

AUCTION

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

Wednesday 2 September 2020 at 2pm

Tuesday 25 to Friday 28 August 2020 10am to 4pm

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

By appointment only

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

Social distancing rules will apply, a face mask is required for entry to view.

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

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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 firearm must hold the appropriate Certificate (or ther valid authority) to acquire the firearm.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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. P.D.Q. Freight Ltd. Unit 4 Courtyard 1 Challenge Road Ashford, Middlesex TW15 1AX Tel: 01784 243695 Fax: 01784 242237 To enable PDQ to apply for the Export Licence after the sale, they will require: 1 Import consent from the country of destination.

2 Intended use and purchaser’s business.

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

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ARTICLE 11(4) OF DIRECTIVE 91/477/E.E.C.

COLLECTION OF PURCHASES AND UNSOLD PROPERTY

European buyers are reminded of the regulations concerning the transfer of Firearms within the E.E.C. Overseas certificates are not valid in the U.K..

Lots will be available for collection at Sotheby’s saleroom until 12 noon on the day following the auction. All uncollected lots will then be packed and returned to Gavin Gardiner Limited’s secure storage in West Sussex. Lots will be available for collection in West Sussex by prior appointment from 9am on the following working day (two days after the auction).

Prior Import Consent is required from the consignee (obtained from the issuing authorities in that member state) before a U.K. Export Licence will be granted.

Trade Buyers within the E.E.C. are reminded that Gavin Gardiner Limited hold an open Dealer to Dealer licence, the Import consent requirements remain the same.

SYMBOLS For lots marked with a †, ‡ or Ω please refer to the Important Information for Bidders and Buyers on p86.

Lots may be collected from Gavin Gardiner Limited’s administration office in West Sussex, or from Sotheby’s London salerooms 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.

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

Sporting Guns and Firearms will be released by appointment only.

FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS 9 December 2020

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FORTHCOMING FREE VALUATION DAYS 30 September

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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Lots 1-185 Wednesday 2 September 2020 at 2pm

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Lot 1 UBERTI A .44 PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 100955 8-inch barrel with loading lever, the stepped cylinder with rolled naval scene, the frame and hammer retaining much original hardening colour, smooth walnut grips, Italian black powder proof, in its case with flask, etc £100 - 200

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Lot 2 REMINGTON A .44 NEW MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 111183 8-inch octagonal barrel, solid frame with loading lever, brass trigger guard, smooth walnut grips, cleaned bright overall £500 - 800

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Lot 3 SMITH & WESSON A .38 S&W MILITARY AND POLICE SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 821168 5-inch barrel, the frame with swing-out cylinder, chequered walnut grips with maker’s medallion, nitro proof £100 - 200

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Lot 4 T. T. PROCTOR A .22 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 44 23-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the Brno receiver numbered 24133 and mounted with a Nikko Stirling 6x40 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb. 11oz., nitro proof

Lot 5 MANNLICHER A .308 “LUXUS” MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 254933 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Kahles 6x42 telescopic sight in quick detachable mount, bolt with tang safety, detachable box magazine, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 8lb. 13oz., Austrian nitro proof

The rifle is being sold to benefit the Gunmaker’s Company Charitable Trust. £300 - 500

£500 - 700

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Lot 6 ANSCHUTZ A .222 REM MODEL 1740 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1352310 23 1/2-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Hawke telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, sling swivels, 6lb. 8oz., German nitro proof £300 - 400 Lot 7 HEYM A .22-250 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 37823 24-inch Krupp Special Laufstahl barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with scope rings, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2inch pull, 8lb. 5oz., German nitro proof £250 - 350 6

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Lot 8 RUGER A .222 REM M77 MARK II BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 781-65011 22-inch stainless steel barrel, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski 6x42 Habicht telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, the magazine with hinged base plate, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof £400 - 600 Lot 9 RUGER A .243 M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 78-45989 18 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diatal-C 4x32 telescopic sight, bolt with tang safety, magazine with hinged base plate, full length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb., nitro proof £300 - 500

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Lot 10 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A .404 NITRO EXPRESS BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 2571 25-inch Hykro steel barrel with ramp fore sight and folding cover, the folding leaf sights graduated to 300, the receiver mounted with a Hensoldt Diatal telescopic sight in quick detachable swingoff side mount, bolt with flag safety, recoil stud, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling eyes, 9lb. 8oz., nitro proof, with a leather slip and scope cover £7000 - 9000

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Lot 11 WILLIAM & SON A .375 H&H MAGNUM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9010 24-inch barrel and ramp fore sight with folding moon bead and cover, the rear sight with gold lined folding leaf to 100, the barrel signed in gold, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 1.25-4x24 telescopic sight in quick detachable swing-off mounts, magnum length bolt with side safety, recoil stud, the magazine with hinged base plate and profusely engraved with foliate scrollwork and signed by the engraver “Peter Cusack”, the half length highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and leather covered recoil pad, sling swivels, 14 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof The rifle appears new and unused. £3000 - 5000

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Lot 12 WILLIAM & SON A .300 WIN MAG BOLT ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9011 24 1/2-inch barrel with raised fore sight with moon bead and folding hood, the raised rear sight with gold lined folding leaf to 150, the maker’s name signed in gold, the receiver with quick detachable scope rings, the standard length bolt with side safety, recoil stud, the magazine with hinged base plate and profusely engraved with foliate scrollwork and signed by the engraver “Peter Cusack”, the well figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and leather covered recoil pad, sling swivels, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 10oz., nitro proof The rifle appears new and unused. £2500 - 4000

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Lot 13 RUGER A .308 M77 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 771-90546 18 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, bolt with tang safety, magazine with hinged base plate, full length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof £200 - 400 Lot 14 RUGER A .22 MODEL 10-22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 248-04619 19-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 5lb. 11oz., nitro proof £100 - 200

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Lot 15 ANSCHUTZ A .22 MODEL 1450 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1355876 19 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Redfield 4x telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable magazine, half length stock with pistol grip, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 4oz., German nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 16 REMINGTON A .308 MODEL 700 POLICE SPECIAL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. G6684571 21 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a .243 sound moderator, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 10lb. 1oz., nitro proof £300 - 500

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Lot 17 WALTHER A .22 SELF-LOADING/BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 46329 24 1/2-inch barrel with tangent rear sight, mounted with a Carl Zeiss Zielklein telescopic sight, breech block with flag safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb., German nitro proof, in its full length leather case with Thomas Bland & Sons label, spare magazine, etc

Lot 18 RUGER A .22 MODEL 10/22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 249-91410 17-inch stainless steel Volquartsen carbon wrapped barrel with sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Simmons telescopic sight, detachable box magazine, the half length laminated stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 6lb. 10oz. nitro proof £200 - 300

£400 - 600

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Lot 19 ANSCHUTZ A .22 MODEL 1422 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1257547 24-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, with ramp fore sight and folding leaf sight, the receiver mounted with a 4x32 telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, double set triggers, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb. 4oz., German nitro proof £200 - 400 Lot 20 BSA A .303 NO.4 MARK I BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 32958 25 1/4-inch barrel, regulated by Fulton, the receiver with folding adjustable aperture rear sight, the butt socket impressed ‘M47C’ and dated ‘1943’, detachable box magazine, full length stock, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 7oz., nitro proof 19

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£350 - 450 Lot 21 MANNLICHER A .243 MODEL M72 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 5255 23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Leupold 3.5x10 telescopic sight, in its maker’s quick detachable mounts, bolt with swing safety, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., Austrian nitro proof £250 - 400 Lot 22 REMINGTON A 12-BORE MODEL 870 EXPRESS MAGNUM PUMP ACTION GUN, NO. B235907M 25 1/2-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, interchangeable choke tube, machined ventilated rib, unrestricted magazine capacity, 14-inch stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz. nitro proof £100 - 200

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Lot 23 OTTO KREUTZER A .375 H&H MAGNUM MODEL “MAGNUM 98” BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. OK046 26-inch barrels with ramp fore-sight, raised rear sight with fixed leaf, the double square bridge action mounted with a Swarovski 1.25-4x24 telescopic sight, with quick detachable swing-off mounts, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, recoil stud, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof The rifle appears little used and retains virtually all of its original finish. £2000 - 3000

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Lot 24 JOHN RIGBY & CO A FINE .375 H&H MAGNUM BOLT ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 6677 22 1/2-inch barrel with ramp foresight, file cut short raised rib with gold lined folding leafsights to 200, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 1.25-4x24 telescopic sight in H&H type quick detachable mounts, bolt with side safety, recoil stud, magazine with hinged baseplate and engraved with scrollwork, the calibre signed in gold, half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 ¾-inch pull, sling eyes, 10lb. 6oz. nitro proof The rifle appears relatively little used. £3500 - 5000

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Lot 25 WILLIAM EVANS A .470 SIDELOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 20053 24 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with raised fore sight with folding moon bead, short raised file-cut rib with folding gold lined leaf sights to 150, mid extension, the bolstered frame, backlocks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the fences carved, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining all of its original hardening colour, chequered articulated front trigger, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 10lb. 15oz., nitro proof The rifle appears virtually unused and was completed circa 2005. £20000 - 30000

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Lot 26 RUGER A .22-250 NO.1 MODEL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE, NO. 134-02613 26-inch barrel with machined short raised rib, plain frame with push-forward underlever and tang safety, 13 1/2-inch figured stock, 8lb. 3oz., nitro proof

Lot 27 MARLIN A .22 “ORIGINAL GOLDEN 39A” MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE, NO. 95300106 24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, full length magazine tube, 13 1/2-inch stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb.

10oz., nitro proof

Lot 28 MARLIN A .45-70 MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION RIFLE, NO. 94028383 21 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver mounted with a further aperture sight, crossbolt safety, half length magazine tube, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof,

£250 - 350

£150 - 250

A small quantity of ammunition will be made available to the purchaser of this lot. £200 - 400

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Lot 29 A .38 PERCUSSION KENTUCKY-STYLE RIFLE 26-inch octagonal barrel with impressed markings “HM”, folding lined leaf sight graduated to 150, the hammer and locks with border engraving, double set triggers, the half length figured stock with steel crescent butt plate and cap box, 8lb. 2oz.

Lot 30 A BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS 16-inch two stage barrel with flared muzzle, impressed with the maker’s mark “IB”, of approximately 8-bore, the plain lock with cock and frizzen, the full length stock with brass furniture, 13-inch pull, 6lb. 6oz., London black powder proof, stock with numerous repairs

Lot 31 A FRENCH PERCUSSION RAMPART RIFLE the 31-inch round to octagonal damascus twist barrel of approximately 8-bore, seven groove rifling, lock signed with the maker’s details, the half length stock with steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling swivels, approximately 15lb., ramrod missing

£300 - 500

£1000 - 1500

£600 - 900

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Lot 32 BSA.CO A .577 THREE BAND SNIDER ENFIELD SERVICE RIFLE 36 1/2-inch barrel with ladder rear sight, Snider patent breech, the lock dated 1871 with crowned “VR”, the full length stock with three barrel bands and brass furniture, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz. £300 - 500 Lot 33 TOWER A .75 BROWN BESS PERCUSSION MUSKET 39-inch barrel, the lock signed “Tower” and with crowned “GR”, the full length stock with brass furniture and sling swivels, ramrod, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. £700 - 900

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Lot 34 A .75 BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET 38 1/2-inch barrel, the lock with border engraving and impressed “Warranted”, the full length stock with brass furniture and sling swivels, ramrod, 13 1/2-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., London black powder proof £800 - 1200 Lot 35 TOWER A .75 BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET 39-inch barrel, the lock signed “Tower” with an impressed crown, the full length stock with brass furniture, sling swivels and ramrod, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 10oz., Birmingham black powder proof £700 - 900

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Lot 36 CHARLES LANCASTER A FINE PAIR OF 14-BORE PERCUSSION GUNS, NOS. 1558/9, BUILT FOR HRH PRINCE ALBERT AS A GIFT FROM QUEEN VICTORIA 31-inch damascus barrels, the ribs signed “Charles Lancaster, 151 New Bond Street, London”, each with ebony ramrods numbered to the gun and with nickel silver fittings, platinum lined breeches and plugs, the hammers and locks with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, steel furniture, pineapple finial, the trigger guards engraved with dogs and game, the gold escutcheons engraved with a crowned ‘A’, half length highly figured stocks with engraved and numbered steel butt plates, 14 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof, in their maker’s velvet-lined mahogany case with lift-out tray, tools and accessories, etc The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1850.

HRH Prince Albert was a regular customer of Charles Lancaster and he ordered his first pair of 15-bore guns (nos. 1346/7) in 1843 and the company received the Royal Warrant later that same year. £35000 - 45000

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Lot 37 98 RNDS OF .458 WIN MAG AMMUNITION various manufacturers £50 - 80

Lot 38 ELEY A RARE BOX OF 4-BORE SHOTGUN CARTRIDGES 3oz smokeless; together with a box of Myers

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 41 FEDERAL 60 RNDS OF .375 H&H MAGNUM AMMUNITION 300 grn trophy-bonded Bear Claw, in their maker’s unopened boxes; together with 13 rnds of 300 grn soft point

Lot 39 ELEY TWO BOXES OF 8-BORE SHOTGUN CARTRIDGES 2oz. load, BB and No.2 shot

Lot 40 FEDERAL 100 RNDS OF .243 AMMUNITION 100 grn soft point; together with 20 rnds of .308

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 42 REMINGTON 100 RNDS OF .222 REM AMMUNITION 50 grn PSP; together with 100 rnds of Sako .22-250 ammunition, 55 grn soft point, in their maker’s boxes £100 - 200

£50 - 80

Lot 43 FEDERAL 100 RNDS OF .300 WIN MAG AMMUNITION 180 grn Barne’s Triple Shock; together with 120 rnds of .30-06 Springfield, 180 grn Barne’s Triple Shock, in their maker’s cartons £100 - 200

£100 - 200

Lot 44 COGSWELL & HARRISON A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 27-inch barrels £150 - 250

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Lot 45 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS CATALOGUES together with a copy of ‘The Webley Story’ and ‘Shooting, Flying’ by Robin Chute

Lot 46 BOSS & CO. A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels

£100 - 200

£200 - 300

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Lot 47 ELEY KYNOCH A CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BOARD showing a small selection of gun and rifle ammunition, on its printed back board, 28 by 20-inches

Lot 48 A MODERN CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BOARD the attractive arrangement of cartridges in a glazed frame, 32 by 14-inches

£350 - 500

£50 - 100

Lot 50 A LEATHER AND ZEBRA SKIN CARTRIDGE BAG for about 75 cases, rapid load pattern with canvas and leather strap, appears new and unused £150 - 250

Lot 51 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A BRASSBOUND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with straps and dividers, of modern manufacture; together with a modern plastic lightweight double gun case (2)

Lot 49 A GROUP OF LEATHER GUNMAKERS GUN CASE LABELS makers including James Purdey & Sons, Holland & Holland, Cogswell & Harrsion, Boss & Co., John Rigby, John Wilkes, William Evans, etc £300 - 500

Lot 52 HENRY MONK A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels

Lot 53 A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 28-inch barrels, Purdey label removed £250 - 350

£250 - 350

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Lot 54 BOSS & CO. A PAIR OF CANVAS AND LEATHER GUN SLIPS £200 - 300

Lot 58 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS comprising five pairs, makers including Holland & Holland, Atkin and Grant, together with 5 further snap caps

Lot 55 A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 500 cases, some dividers missing, with leather straps, worn overall

Lot 56 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels, the charge card for gun no. 29358

£150 - 250

£200 - 300

Lot 59 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS OIL BOTTLES comprising six bottles of various pattern, some named, including Purdey, Rigby, Jeffery, etc

Lot 60 JOHN RIGBY & CO. A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: two gun case labels, a set of four snap caps, oil bottle, snapping block, etc

£120 - 180

£150 - 200

Lot 62 A MAHOGANY GUN CASE the interior fitted for 31-inch barrels £100 - 200

Lot 57 A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER SINGLE GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels £200 - 300

Lot 61 A GROUP OF PURDEY PATTERN GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: named oil bottle and snap cap, a pair of turnscrews, a striker key and a chamber brush £150 - 200

£150 - 200

Lot 63 E. J CHURCHILL A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER DOUBLE “VC” MOTOR CASE with compartment for 25-inch barrels £300 - 500

Lot 64 A LEATHER LEG-OF-MUTTON GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels £100 - 200

Lot 65 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: 4 oil bottles, 3 pairs of snap caps, names including Purdey and Woodward; a Purdey rollover tool, nipple key and chamber brush £150 - 250

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Lot 66 A GROUP OF EIGHT HARRIS BIPODS of various patterns and sizes £100 - 200

Lot 67 J. PURDEY & SONS A NORFOLK LIAR GAME COUNTER with dials for pheasant, partridge, hare and rabbit, in a modern leather pouch

Lot 68 A GROUP OF EIGHT HARRIS BIPODS of various patterns and sizes £100 - 200

£200 - 300

Lot 69 BOSS & CO. A NORFOLK LIAR GAME COUNTER with dials for pheasant, partridge, rabbit and hare, in its modern leather pouch £200 - 300

Lot 70 A LEATHER CARTRIDGE BAG of rapid load pattern, for about 75 cases; together with three canvas cartridge bags (4)

Lot 71 HAMPSHIRE GUNROOM A LEATHER TOOL ROLL containing a shotgun cleaning kit

£150 - 250

£100 - 200

Lot 72 J. PURDEY & SONS A GROUP OF GUN CASE ACCESSORIES comprising: named brass two-piece cleaning rod, .500 rifle snap caps, 3 pairs of named shotgun snap caps, a set of turnscrews and striker disc key, striker pot, pull-through, etc £250 - 350

Lot 73 THREE HORN-HANDLED STALKING KNIVES with leather sheaths; together with a Fallkniven F1 sheath knive (4) £150 - 250

Lot 74 A SMALL COLLECTION OF BOOKS including: ‘The Gun and its Development’, W W Greener, classic ninth edition, London 1910; ‘Letters to Young Shooters’, ‘Shooting by Moor, Field & Shore’; ‘The Art of Shooting’, etc (7) £80 - 120

Lot 75 LT. COL. PETER HAWKER ATHOL PURDEY’S COPY OF INSTRUCTIONS TO YOUNG SPORTSMEN 8th edition, London 1838, the title page stamped “Athol S. Purdey, 20 Queensborough Terrace, Hyde Park” and with dedication “With Maudie’s best wishes for the New Year, 1888”

Lot 76 E. J. CHURCHILL A SCARCE FLICKERBOOK, NO. XXV the book showing Robert Churchill loading, mounting and taking overhead shots; together with a Thomas Bland & Sons “House of Bland” gunmaker’s catalogue (2) £100 - 200

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Lot 77 MORINI A .177 MODEL CM162EI TARGET AIR PISTOL, NO. 18124 11 1/2-inch barrel including ventilated muzzle shroud, adjustable rear sight, anatomical grip, in its maker’s case with spare air cylinder, stirrup pump, etc £250 - 350 77

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Lot 78 BSA A .177 LIGHT PATTERN UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. L22467 17-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, 14-inch stock with semi pistol grip, 5lb. 12oz.

Lot 79 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 “TRACKER” MODEL SIDE LEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. 46642 18-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, side lever and loading tap, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 6oz.

£80 - 120

£100 - 200

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Lot 80 STERLING ARMAMENT A .22 HR81 MODEL UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. 2065 17 1/2-inch barrel with ring fore sight, adjustable rear sight, elevation screw missing, bolt-action breech, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 13oz., retaining much original finish overall £100 - 200

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Lot 81 JAS. SQUIRES A PAIR OF 38-BORE DOUBLE RIFLE BARRELS 28-inch damascus barrels with Henry rifling, the flat rib with folding leaf sights, the breech inlaid in gold with a dog and a rabbit, impressed with barrel maker’s mark ‘A&T 4472/3’, London black powder proof £350 - 500

Lot 82 E. M. REILLY & CO THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 23780 the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock with chequered butt plate

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 83 SYMES & WRIGHT A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 0019/20 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-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 virtually all of their original hardening colour, the actions and locks signed in gold by the maker, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case with tools and accessories, together with a pair of leather gun slips The guns were completed in 1992 and appear little used.

Symes & Wright were formed as a gunmaker in London in 1987. Both Peter Symes and Alex Wright had previously worked for James Purdey & Sons and decided to set up business on their own. With a flair for design and marketing and a fresh outlook, the company was quickly established as a serious competitor to the existing London makers. At a time when the London trade was slowly pulling out of recession and perceived as old and stuffy, Symes & Wright were like a breath of fresh air. During the company’s short history it produced some of the best guns to come out of London since the 1930s. To quote from one of the company’s advertisements, “We are not trading on a reputation established over a century ago, nor do we waste energy marketing luxury goods associated with our name.

Our business is quite simply building the finest sporting guns money can buy, without compromise, without exception”.

✪ £25000 - 35000 Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%

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Lot 84 WILLIAM EVANS A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 8799 AND 9391 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15 1/2-inch well figured replacement stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof

Lot 85 WILLIAM EVANS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17088/9 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, in their maker’s oak and leather case

✪ £1200 - 1800

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✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 86 BOSS & CO A COMPOSED TRIO OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6631/32 AND 7559 30-inch barrels, No.1 gun with replacement barrels by the makers no. 8691, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, No.2 gun sleeved with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, No.3 gun sleeved by J. Roberts & Son with 2 3/4-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 renewed hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/2-inch highly figured replacement stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb.9oz, 6lb.14oz. and 7lb.2oz respectively, nitro proof, No.1 gun barrel wall thickness marginal, in their oak and leather case The makers published records confirm that the guns were built as a pair circa 1918 and that the No.3 gun was built circa 1928.

✪ £12000 - 15000

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Lot 87 J. PURDEY & SONS A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 28361/2 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and numbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of their original bright finish, lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case with canvas outer cover, together with two leather gun slips The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1980 and have recently been inspected and overhauled by them.

✪ £30000 - 35000

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Lot 88 ARMAS GARBI A PAIR OF SPANISH 12-BORE “GARBI.ARRIBAS” SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. GA16015/6 27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, articulated front triggers, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/2-inch well figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof, in their maker’s leather motor case

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 89 BOSS & CO. A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7559/60 29-inch replacement chopper lump barrels by the makers nos. 10259/60, with 2 3/4-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 bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/4-inch highly figured replacement stocks including rubber recoil pads, 7lb.2oz and 7lb.4oz respectively, in their makers oak and leather case with accessories etc The makers records confirm that the guns were built circa 1928. The guns were rebarreled and restocked by Boss & Co in 2006 and fitted in to their current case.

✪ £18000 - 24000

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Lot 90 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE “DOMINION” MODEL BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 26511 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke boring, the rounded frame, backlocks and numbered top lever with border engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, left barrel wall thickness marginal, leather leg-of-mutton case

Lot 91 STEPHEN GRANT & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7618 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the later interchangeable 26-inch barrels by another with 2 1/2-inch chambers about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 16-inch well figured replacement stock and fore-end wood, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case

✪ £1400 - 1800

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✪ £1500 - 2000

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Lot 92 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 21904 28-inch sleeved chopper-lump barrels, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 15 3/4-inch figured replacement stock and fore-end wood, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, ribs loose, worn overall, lightweight leather case

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 93 JAMES PURDEY & SON A FINE 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 22605, A TWO BARREL SET the 26-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 5/8-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, mid extension, the additional interchangeable 27-inch barrels by the maker with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, fences with side clips and concealed third bite, lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with leather covered recoil pad, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with tools, instruction booklet, etc, canvas outer cover The maker confirms that the gun was completed in 1923 for Abercrombie & Fitch with 2 5/8-inch chambers for the American market. It was stocked by Deane and the barrels were filed by Charlie Aston, two of Purdey’s best men at this time. The gun was owned by Mark Barty-King, the dynamic publisher who nurtured the careers of Frederick Forsyth, Jilly Cooper and Catherine Cookson as well as being responsible for the UK publication of Stephen Hawking’s “A Brief History of Time”.

The additional barrels were fitted by the maker in 1974 and were filed by Jack Aldous who was Purdey’s highest paid barrel maker at this time.

The rifle is being sold to benefit the Gunmaker’s Company Charitable Trust.

✪ £14000 - 18000

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Lot 94 ZANOTTI A FINE 12-BORE PEDRETTI ENGRAVED MODEL “EDWARD” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5806 27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, filecut rib and gold lined breeches, the frame, pinless locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving surrounding highly detailed and realistic scenes of game birds in landscapes, the locks signed by the engraver, articulate front trigger, non automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 15oz., Italian nitro proof, lightweight leather case The gun appears virtually unused and retains nearly all of its original finish.

✪ £5000 - 7000

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Lot 95 ZANOTTI A FINE 12-BORE COROMBELLE ENGRAVED MODEL “THOMAS” SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5761 27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, filecut rib, the frame, pinless locks and top lever profusely carved with scrolling foliage against a deeply lined and stippled ground, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling ribbon, Purdey style self-opening action, the trigger plate signed by the engraver ‘Lyson Corombelle’, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock, 7lb. 2oz., Italian nitro proof, lightweight leather case The gun appears little used and retains virtually all of its original finish.

✪ £6000 - 80000

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Lot 96 GILES WHITTOME A SUPERB AND UNIQUE 12-BORE “THE PARAGON PINLESS” ROUND BODY SINGLE/DOUBLE TRIGGER SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1005 28-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, top extension, gold fore sight bead in the form of a Labrador’s head inset with diamond eyes, vine leaf gold inlaid breeches, the rib inlaid in gold “Giles Whittome, London”, the rounded frame, pinless hand detachable locks and pierced top lever profusely engraved and inlaid in gold with fruiting vines surrounding scenes of game birds in flight, all set against a matted black ground, rolled edge trigger guard with further gold inlaid decoration, double triggers with the front trigger operating as a single trigger, the trigger plate signed “P. Sabatti, G. Berttella”, 16-inch well figured stock with Prince of Wales grip, grip cap and skeleton butt plate with further decoration, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s rosewood presentation case with brass stringing and ebony sealing strips, contained in its velvet lined canvas outer cover, complete with tools and accessories The gun was completed in 1982 as a presentation piece. It was engraved by the Italian master, Sabatti and finished to the very highest possible standard. The damascus barrels were sourced from original unfinished tubes from the workshop of Thomas Bland and it was actioned by Brian Gibbs, formerly of Holland & Holland.

✪ £18000 - 24000

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Lot 97 L. CHRISTOPHE A BELGIAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1811 28 3/4-inch Sheffield steel barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, articulated front trigger, 15-inch highly figured stock, slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, bore diameters marginal, brassbound oak and leather case

Lot 98 LONDON SPORTING PARK A 12-BORE “THE WATTS GUN” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 438 28 1/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine border engraving, retaining some hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £2500 - 3500

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✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 99 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16304 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 1/2-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

Lot 100 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7921 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

✪ £2000 - 3000

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 101 C. S. ROSSON & CO. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2852 30-inch sleeved barrels (by William Evans) with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case

Lot 102 G. MARIETTE A BELGIAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3378 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib and mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, articulated front trigger, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof, leather case with Cogswell & Harrison label

Lot 103 LONDON SPORTING PARK LTD A 12-BORE “WATTS” ASSISTED-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 473 28-inch 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 and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £500 - 700

✪ £1400 - 1800

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 104 AYA A 12-BORE NO.1 DELUXE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16-03-153-97 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with bold foliate scroll engraving against a lined ground and retaining much of its original finish, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 5/8-inch well figured stock including Kick-eez rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case with maker’s label The gun appears little used. This model now retails in excess of £20,000.

✪ £4000 - 6000

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Lot 105 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 31659 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top lever with acanthus scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicator, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch highly figured replacement stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1928.

✪ £12000 - 18000

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Lot 106 T. BLAND & SONS A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16835 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof, left lock at fault (failing to cock)

Lot 107 C. HELLIS & SONS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2555 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb.

14oz., nitro re-proof, left extractor leg broken

Lot 108 WATSON BROS. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5465 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

✪ £1600 - 2000

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✪ £100 - 200

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Lot 109 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12529 29-inch Whitworth steel barrels (possibly shortened) with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock including leather covered recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1886.

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 110 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16764 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with swept comb, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

Lot 111 MIDLAND GUN CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 100403 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, top extension and engraved breeches, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving surrounding detailed scenes of game and dogs in landscapes, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stock including 1 1/2-inch well matched extension, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, brassbound canvas case with E. B. Vaughan label

Lot 112 WILLIAM EVANS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9649 28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 15 1/2-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb.

12oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £200 - 300

✪ £300 - 500

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✪ £500 - 700

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Lot 113 FRANK DYKE & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 110709 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, canvas Brady case

✪ £200 - 300 Lot 114 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 145562 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 115 LAURONA A SPANISH 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 165212 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, mid extension, machined rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., Spanish nitro proof

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✪ £100 - 200 Lot 116 MIDLAND GUN CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 76076 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of dogs and game in landscapes, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 117 CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8677 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and numbered top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, toe chipped, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, bores marked, re-jointing recommended

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 118 JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16031 27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the scrollback frame and gold numbered top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 15-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, vinyl covered case

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 119 WILLIAM FORD A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5436 29-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, mid extension, the frame and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with chequered side panels, including 1/2-inch rib, ebonite extension, 6lb. 11oz., black powder proof

✪ £400 - 600

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Lot 120 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 141274 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

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Lot 121 WILLIAM FORD A 12-BORE (3-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2024 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, file-cut flat top rib with crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with foliate scroll engraving around scenes of game and dogs in landscapes and retaining much original hardening colour, the clipped fences carved with fruiting vine, the action signed “Ellis Bros.”, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £1400 - 1800

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Lot 122 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 25210 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some traces of hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 123 JOSEPH CURRY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6300 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb.

6oz., nitro proof, bores pitted and dented, top rib lifted, re-jointing recommended

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Lot 124 JOHN WILKES A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13722 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate and slightly swept comb, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, canvas case with C. B. Vaughan label

✪ £600 - 800 Lot 125 WILLIAM EVANS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11580 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock with rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, right bore marked and dented

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Lot 126 CHARLES HELLIS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3315 28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke boring, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, the action base plate with crossed feather trademark, 15-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof The maker confirms that the replacement barrels were fitted in 1962.

✪ £400 - 600 Lot 127 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 131063 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 128 W. J. JEFFERY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 34936 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof

✪ £80 - 120 Lot 129 CHARLES HELLIS & SONS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5112 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

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Lot 130 BROWNING A 12-BORE 3-INCH MAGNUM MODEL 2000 SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. 20733611RR 32-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about 3/4 choke boring, machined ventilated rib, together with its interchangeable 24-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring for solid slug, the frame with side mounted scope rail, restricted magazine capacity, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350 Lot 131 REMINGTON A 12-BORE MODEL 1100 SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. N88788V 28-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring, machined ventilated rib, the frame with scroll decoration and restricted magazine capacity, synthetic Realtree stock and fore-end with recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 7lb. 15oz., German nitro proof 130

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✪ £200 - 400 Lot 132 REMINGTON A 20-BORE MODEL 1100LT-20 SELFLOADING GUN, NO. N880176K 28-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring, machined ventilated rib, the frame with scroll decoration and restricted magazine capacity, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 133 BROWNING A 12-BORE SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. 155888, A TWO BARREL SET 27 1/2-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 3/4 choke boring, the interchangeable 25-inch barrel about true cylinder boring, the frame with scroll engraving and sliding safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate with reinforcing bolt through the hand, 8lb., Belgian nitro proof, wooden case

✪ £150 - 250 132 58

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Lot 134 STEVENS A 12-BORE MODEL 67, SERIES E PUMP-ACTION GUN, NO. E709820 28-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about 1/4 choke boring, machined ventilated rib, restricted magazine capacity, 14-inch stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb.

2oz., nitro proof

✪ £80 - 120 Lot 135 A BELGIAN 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 188372 (9347) 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, crossbolt extension and stepped breeches, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the fences with side clips carved with oak leaves, non-automatic side safety, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with heel and toe plates, sling swivels, 6lb. 5oz., Belgian proof, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £80 - 120 Lot 136 AYA A 12-BORE “YEOMAN” MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 543324 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib, plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 13oz., Spanish nitro proof

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✪ £80 - 120 Lot 137 AYA A 12-BORE “YEOMAN” MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 577656 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever retaining all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., Spanish nitro proof The gun appears virtually unused.

✪ £80 - 120

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Lot 138 JOHN WILKES A FINE 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13905 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, fences with side clips, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 7lb. 1oz., nitro proof

Lot 139 JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE ROUND ACTION EJECTOR CROSSOVER GUN, NO. 5756 29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the round frame, trigger plate and numbered top lever with foliate scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured crossover stock, cast off for the right shoulder, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

The maker confirms the gun was built in 1936 and that it was very little used by its original owner.

✪ £700 - 900

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The maker confirms that the gun was built as the No.2 gun of a pair in November 1905.

✪ £1000 - 1500

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Lot 140 EDWINSON GREEN AN 8-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2408 33-inch damascus barrels with 3 1/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including perished rubber recoil pad, 11lb. 2oz., black powder proof, bores pitted and worn overall Sold as a Section 58 Antique as unsuitable for use. £2000 - 3000

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Lot 141 STEPHEN GRANT A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 5483 29 1/2-inch damascus barrels, possibly shortened, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

Lot 142 PARKES ADAMS & CO. A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 14197 28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about recessed choke boring, crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb.

6oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £400 - 600

✪ £400 - 600

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Lot 143 Wm GASQUOINE A FINE 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 1751 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with recessed choke borings, the frame, non rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving and retaining much hardening colour, the action flats signed ‘Joseph Brazier, Ashes’, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb. 1oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 144 T. WILD A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 19615 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving, 14-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

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Lot 145 JOHN RIGBY & CO. A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 463 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, fore-end catch defective

✪ £200 - 400 Lot 146 T. WILD A 20-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 72 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and decorative butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof, right bore marked

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Lot 147 J. PURDEY & SONS A SCARCE 12-BORE TOP LEVER BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER LIVE PIGEON GUN, NO. 11922, A TWO BARREL SET 29 1/2-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, file-cut flat top rib, the later interchangeable 29 1/2-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels by the maker with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut flat top rib, mid extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some faint original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1 1/2-inch well matched extension, 7lb. 1oz., nitro proof, first set of barrels right barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum, second set of barrels left barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum, in its later leather case with accessories, etc The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1884 for the Compte de Casserta who won the Grand Prix du Casino, Monte Carlo in 1884, most likely with this gun.

This is illustrated as plate 53 in Richard Akehurst’s classic book “Game Guns & Rifles”.

The rifle is being sold to benefit the Gunmaker’s Company Charitable Trust.

✪ £12000 - 15000

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Lot 148 THOMAS HORSLEY A RARE 12-BORE HORSLEY PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2200 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and side lever with fine scroll engraving, retaining faint traces of hardening colour, hammers with selfretracting strikers, 14-inch well figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof, bores marked, in its leather case with reproduction maker’s label

Lot 149 T. HORSLEY A 12-BORE HORSLEY PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 1882 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and sliding top lever with fine scroll engraving, the hammers with self-retracting striker, loading indicators and patent sliding lever, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, re-jointing recommended

The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built in 1874 for Henry Hird Forster, live pigeon shot and member of the Yorkshire Gentlemen’s Club.

✪ £4500 - 5500

The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built for J. J. Geldart in 1870.

The butt plate is engraved “R. W. G. to H. C. G., 1870”. The gun incorporates three classic Horsley patents, namely the sliding top lever, self-retracting strikers and loaded indicators. Examples of Horsley guns with all three classic features are scarce.

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Lot 150 WESTLEY RICHARDS A 12-BORE PINFIRE BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 10713 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb. 1oz., black powder proof, bores marked, re-jointing recommended £800 - 1000 Lot 151 ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A 12-BORE K-QUALITY TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 22245 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, right barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum

✪ £200 - 400

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Lot 152 T. JACKSON & SONS A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2877 30-inch blacked damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof, leather case

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 153 W. H. MONK A .410 TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 44840 27-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 4lb. 3oz., black powder proof, bores slightly marked

✪ £600 - 900

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Lot 154 ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A .410 BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 48066 27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 4lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1000 Lot 155 ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7021 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 4lb. 6oz., nitro proof, bores marked and lightly pitted

✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 156 K. D. RADCLIFFE A .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 98651 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving, retaining virtually all of its hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 3oz., nitro proof

✪ £2000 - 3000 Lot 157 GUNMARK A 20-BORE KESTRAL MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 343280 27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top-lever with gamescene decoration, 13 1/2-inch stock, 5lb. 10oz. Spanish nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

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Lot 158 WATSON BROS. A MASSIVE 4-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 20311 42-inch chopper-lump barrels with 4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, engraved breeches, mid extension, the massive frame, locks and top lever boldly engraved with oak leaves and acorns set against a stippled ground, the maker’s name signed within gold in a scrolling banner, the action base carved with flighting geese, clipped fences, lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/2-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and engraved cap, 17lb. 10oz., nitro proof The gun remains new and unused and retains all of its original finish. It was proofed in 2014 and completed recently.

✪ £45000 - 55000

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Lot 159 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 85118 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the fences carved with oak leaves, 15-inch figured stock including semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 160 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 114274 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 1oz., nitro re-proof

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Lot 161 PARKER BROS. A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 160814 28-inch Trojan steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib with top extension, the plain frame and top lever with patent dates to 1905, retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800 Lot 162 CHAS. SMITH & SON A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8122 26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 13-inch figured stock, 5lb. 4oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

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Lot 163 AYA A SCARCE 20-BORE “BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 182 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much of its original hardening colour, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 12oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £1200 - 1800 Lot 164 A. SANDERS A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1384 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 5lb. 9oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £500 - 800

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Lot 165 ERBI A SPANISH 28-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 99489 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined rib, the plain frame and top lever retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350 Lot 166 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .410 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING GUN, NO. 34917 25 1/2-inch barrel with 2 1/2-inch chamber, about full choke boring, half length stock with semi pistol grip, 14 1/4-inch pull, 5lb. 4oz., nitro proof; together with a .410 double barrel folding gun, no. KG9987 (2)

✪ £80 - 120

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Lot 167 ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A COMPOSED PAIR OF 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 68010 AND 68016 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, top extensions, the frames with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14-inch figured stocks, No.1 repaired at the head, 5lb. 15oz., nitro proof, worn overall

✪ £800 - 1200

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Lot 168 AYA A PAIR OF 20-BORE NO.2 ROUND BODY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 16-03-621-04 AND 16-03-622-04 30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the rounded frames, locks and gold numbered top-levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, articulated front triggers, 15-inch figured stocks, 6lb. 4oz.

Spanish nitro proof

✪ £2500 - 3500

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Lot 169 AYA A 28-BORE NO.2 ROUND BODY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1603351-04 29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the rounded frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s case with certificate, etc, dated 2004

✪ £2000 - 3000

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Lot 170 SYMES & WRIGHT A FINE 20-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 0025 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 fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed in gold on the lock plates and action base, the trigger plate signed by the engraver ‘MKS’, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The gun was completed in 1994 and appears virtually unused. It was engraved by Martin Smith.

Symes & Wright was formed as a gunmaker in London in 1987. Both Peter Symes and Alex Wright had worked for James Purdey & Sons and as young gunmakers had decided to set up business on their own. With their flair for design and marketing, the company was quickly established as a competitor to the existing London makers. At a time when the London trade was perceived as old and stuffy, Symes & Wright were like a breath of fresh air. To quote from one of the company’s advertisements, “We are not trading on a reputation established over a century ago, nor do we waste energy marketing luxury goods associated with our name. Our business is quite simply building the finest sporting guns money can buy, without compromise, without exception”.

Unfortunately orders dwindled with the economic downtown of the early 1990s and the firm ceased trading in 1995. Production was modest with sideby-side production reaching serial number 36 and over and under guns reaching serial number 14.

✪ £14000 - 18000

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Lot 171 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 29175 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut solid rib, the slightly rounded frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed in gold, bolstered fences, cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, 7lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather motor case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1991 and it conforms to its original specification. The gun appears virtually unused, the vendor stating that he has used the gun on only a handful of occasions. The maker is currently quoting in excess of £165,000 (including VAT) for a new gun of this specification.

✪ £50000 - 60000

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Lot 172 P. BERETTA A 12-BORE S57E SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. B38835B 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch stock with maker’s butt plate, 6lb.

15oz., nitro proof

Lot 173 P. BERETTA A 12-BORE S2 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 17279, A TWO BARREL SET 28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the interchangeable 26-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, Kersten bolt extensions, the frames, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, 7lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof, in a modified brassbound oak and leather case with Henry Atkin label

Lot 174 LINCOLN A 20-BORE “VOGUE” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 300144 30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, the blacked frame and top lever with scroll decoration surrounding scenes of gold coloured game birds, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., Italian steel shot proof, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £300 - 500

✪ £1500 - 2000

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The gun appears new and unused.

✪ £600 - 800

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Lot 175 PERAZZI A 12-BORE GALEAZZI ENGRAVED “SCO ORO” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 64883 31 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, fitted with Briley interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and hand detachable trigger block engraved with bouquet and scroll work surrounding detailed scenes of gold inlaid game birds against realistic landscapes, signed by the engraver ‘Galeazzi’, removable trigger block with gold washed lockwork, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 8oz., nitro proof, fore-end possibly replaced, in its maker’s plastic case with spare chokes, etc The gun was built in 1985 and is engraved by master engraver Angelo Galeazzi.

✪ £4000 - 6000

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Lot 176 WINCHESTER A 12-BORE MODEL 101XTR DIAMOND GRADE “SPORTER” SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. DG487846E 28-inch monobloc barrels with machined ventilated rib, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, selective single trigger, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch ebonite extension and recoil pad, 8lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 177 MIROKU A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR TRAP GUN, NO. 608378 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib with centre bead, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 7oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

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Lot 178 RIZZINI A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63046, A TWO BARREL SET 29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, interchangeable 26-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and dummy side plates with scroll decoration around game scenes, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof, hold-open lever defective

✪ £400 - 600 Lot 179 MIROKU A 20-BORE MK-70 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 62128MV 28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, non-automatic safety, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, together with its instructions, warranty card, etc 178 80

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✪ £700 - 900

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Lot 180 MIROKU A 20-BORE MK70 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 62007MV 30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, non-automatic safety catch, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof The gun appears new and unused

✪ £700 - 900 Lot 181 BROWNING A BELGIAN 12-BORE B25 CUSTOM GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 893RF01661 30-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 acanthus scroll engraving against a stippled ground, signed by the engraver “Const”, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 11oz., Belgian nitro proof, plastic case The gun appears little used.

✪ £3000 - 5000

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Lot 182 BROWNING A 12-BORE MODEL B125 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 252PR14267 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof, in its maker’s original carton with instruction booklet, certificate, etc The gun was purchased new in 1988 and appears unused.

✪ £1000 - 1500 Lot 183 BROWNING A 12-BORE B4 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8H3PR07305 27 1/2-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 fine game scene engraving, signed by the engraver “M. Dodson”, single selective trigger, 14-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof, in its maker’s carton with instruction booklet, certificate, etc The gun appears new and unused. The vendor purchased it new in 1988 and it remains unfired.

✪ £2400 - 2800

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Lot 184 WILLIAM & SON A 20-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ROUND BODY OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 0016 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, solid file-cut rib, the maker’s name signed in gold, the scroll-back rounded frame and top lever profusely engraved with foliate scrollwork against a stippled ground and signed by the engraver “Peter Cusack”, the maker’s name inlaid in gold, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and engraved cap, 6lb. 6oz.. nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight plastic case with spare chokes, etc The gun appears new and unused.

✪ £10000 - 15000

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Lot 185 WILLIAM & SON A PAIR OF 20-BORE ROUND BODY SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 0019/20 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable Teague choke tubes, solid file-cut ribs, the scroll-back rounded frames and top levers with bold foliate scroll engraving against a stippled ground and signed by the engraver “Peter Cusack”, the maker’s name signed in gold, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stocks with pistol grips with engraved caps, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight plastic case with spare chokes, etc The guns appear new and unused.

✪ £20000 - 30000

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CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS FOR BUYERS 1. INTRODUCTION

3. EXAMINATION OF LOTS

5. BIDDING AT AUCTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. IMPORT, EXPORT AND COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS GG and the Seller make no representations or warranties as to whether any lot is subject to import, export or copyright restrictions. It is the Buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any copyright clearance or any necessary import, export or other licence required by law, including licenses required by law under the 1968 Firearms Act and Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).

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

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

7. CONDUCT OF THE AUCTION

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

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

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

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

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

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8. PAYMENT AND COLLECTION

9. REMEDIES FOR NON-PAYMENT

10. FAILURE TO COLLECT PURCHASES

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

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

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

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

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

(a) store the lot at its premises or elsewhere at the Buyer’s sole risk and expense; (b) cancel the sale of the lot; (c) set off any amounts owed to the Buyer by GG against any amounts owed to GG by the Buyer for the lot; (d) reject future bids from the Buyer ; (e) charge interest at 4% per annum above NatWest Bank Base Rate from the Payment Date to the date that the Purchase Price is received in cleared funds; (f) re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion, in which case the Buyer will be liable for any 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

(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.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS AND BUYERS Each auction is prepared in advance and is on public view at Sotheby’s saleroom for several days before the sale. A viewing pass is required for entry to the view and sale.

PRE-SALE EXHIBITION

PAYMENT

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

CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

CONDITION REPORTS

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

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.

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:

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%

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

Standard rate VAT remains payable on the buyer’s premium by all buyers.

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BIDDING IN PERSON

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

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

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD We are pleased to accept major credit cards (regrettably we are unable to accept American Express card payments), for which a surcharge will be made of 3% of the transaction total. This is to cover the charge made to us by our bank. There is no charge for payments made by debit card.

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

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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 2 SEPTEMBER 2020 Please bid on my behalf for the following lot(s) up to the hammer price(s) written below, to be executed as cheaply as is permitted by other bids or reserves.

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

LOT NO.

DESCRIPTION

BID IN £

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

LOT NO.

DESCRIPTION

BID IN £

NAME (BLOCK LETTERS) ADDRESS (BLOCK LETTERS)

POST CODE:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

FAX NO.

EMAIL:

DATE:

SIGNATURE:

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GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERS

TELEPHONE BIDS

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

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

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

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

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

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.

“Buy” or unlimited bids will not be accepted.

Bids should be placed in catalogue order.

GAVIN GARDINER LIMITED’S AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE If Gavin Gardiner Limited sells an item of 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).

Please note that this Guarantee does not apply if either:(i) the catalogue description was in accordance with the generally accepted opinions of scholars and 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

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.

(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.

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