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GENERAL INFORMATION DIRECTIONS By Road:

M4 or M3, then A4 into Central London, turning right down Sloane Street; take the exit for King's Road off Sloane Square. PLEASE NOTE THE NEW PEDESTRIAN ENTRANCE. There is an NCP Car Park in Cheltenham Terrace. From Heathrow take Underground and change onto the Circle Line or District Line to Sloane Square. From Gatwick take Mainline into London and change onto the Underground Circle or District Line to Sloane Square. From all Mainline London Terminals via the Underground and change onto the District and Circle Line.

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PAYMENT:

A Buyers premium of 15% (+VAT = 17.6%) is added to the Hammer Price of all Lots. Lots marked with a dagger (t) are subject to VAT at 17.5% on the hammer price and buyers premium. Buyers should make arrangements with Mrs Anne McCarthy in advance of the Sale Date should they wish to pay by cheque. All major debit and credit cards accepted. There is a 2% fee for credit cards and a 4% fee for AMEX.

BUYERS SHOULD NOTE: Some Lots have been imported from outside the E.U. for sale using a Temporary Importation procedure Lots marked* are subject to 5% VAT payable on the hammer price and 17.5% VAT on the buyers premium. Lots marked** are subject to 3.2% duty payable on the hammer price, 17.5% VAT on duty and hammer price, and 17.5% VAT on the buyers premium.

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SALE THURSDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER 2003 11.00am 2.30pm

Lots 1-329 Lots 330-820

To be held at: Duke of York's Headquarters, Chelsea, London Telephone: 020 7824 8003 (only available from 2nd to 4th September) Fax: 020 7259 0692 (only available from 2nd to 4th September)

A PASS FOR ENTRY MUST BE OBTAINED IN ADVANCE PLEASE TELEPHONE: 01553 777140 FOR DETAILS ON VIEW Tuesday 2nd September 2003 10.00am - 8.00pm Wednesday 3rd September 2003 9.00am - 6.00pm Thursday 4th September 2003 9.00am - l.30pm Enquiries: Nicholas Holt Christopher Beaumont Simon Reinhold

Media and Marketing: Andrew Orr

Administration: Anne McCarthy Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Back Cover: Lot 551 Front Cover: Lot 507 Inside Front Cover: Top: Lots 84 and 85; Bottom: Lot 53 The Old Vicarage - East Winch - King's Lynn Norfolk - PE32 lNQ Tel: 01553 777140 Fax: 01553 761657 Email: enquiries@holtandcompany.co.uk Website: www.holtandcompany.co. uk Please note that e-mailed commision bids must be received by 6.00pm GMT the day before the sale - no e-mailed commission bids will be accepted after this time. CCTV in operation during viewing and sale days

On Sth September all items will go to our Head Office in Norfolk. Collection from the Duke ofYork's Barracks will be pre-arranged by appointment only. Company Reg: Holt & Company Auctioneers Ltd

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THURSDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2003 MORNING SALE 11.00AM INDEX OF LOTS Fishing Accessories

Lots

1- 6

Fishing Reels

7- 32

Fishing Rods

33- 35

Fishing Books

36- 52

Books and Pictures

53- 78

Taxidermy

79- 88

Militaria

89- 91

Edged Weapons

92-106

Powder Flasks

107-120

Percussion Longarms

121 -136

Percussion Pistols

137-157

Flintlock Longarms

158-162

Flintlock Pistols

163-185

Pinfire

186-188

Obsolete Calibre

189-202

Air Weapons

203-212

Asprey Placefinders

213-215

Accessories

216-291

Guncases

292-320A

Cartridge Magazines

321-329

Buyers from the morning may clear during the break

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THURSDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2003 AFTERNOON SALE 2.30PM INDEX OF LOTS Rifles

Lots

330-431A

Ammunition

432-446

Pairs

447-471

Try Guns

472-474

Sidelock Ejectors

475-538A

Sidelock Non-Ejectors

539-546

Boxlock Ejectors

547-616A

Small Bores

617-660

Small Bore Hammerguns

661 -690

Hammerguns

691-736

Over and Under

737-755C

Boxlock Non-Ejectors

757-784

Big Bores

785-790

Cartridges

791 -792

Single Barrel

793-806

Stock, Action & Fore-end

807-820

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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OVERSEAS BUYERS OF SPORTING GUNS AND RIFLES Please note that we can no longer ship licensable items overseas via TNT due to changes in their policy. We recommend that any potential buyers of Sporting Guns and Rifles should contact our shipping agents concerning the exportation of items. Their address and details are as follows:

PDQ Freight Ltd Unit 4, Court 1 Challenge Road, Ashford Middlesex TW151AX Tel: 01784 243695 Fax: 01784 242237 E-mail: guns@pdq.uk.com

To enable PDQ to apply for the relevant export licence they will require: 1.

Import consent for the country of destination.

Intended use and purchasers business.

Non EC buyers will require to supply an end user General Undertaking (copy available from PDQ or from our Shipping Department) We are happy to pack items for collection by a nominated courier. If you require any further information, please contact our Shipping Department: 01553 777140

MORNING SALE AT 11.00 AM LOTS 1-329 S. ALLCOCK &

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"GRAND PRIX," BRUSSELS, 1910.

1. A HARDY NERODA BROWN FINISH CLIP FLY BOX containing approx. twentyeight gut eyed salmon flies and others, together with a Neroda oxblood finish Best Pocket Dry Fly box with four compartments and celluloid lids. (2) £80-120 2. A WHOLE WICKER CREEL with canvas carrying strap. £40-60

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3. A BLACK JAPANNED FLY RESERVOIR with leather carrying handle and lock. The six removable trays fitted with graduated clips for trout and salmon flies, the hinged lid with felt moth barrier. £90-130 4. A HARDY "THE SPINTACK" FIVE COMPARTMENT TIN BAIT BOX containing an asortment of spinners, mounts and spoons. Two Wheatley alloy six compartment dry fly boxes containing a selection of wet and dry patterns. A Farlow's Fly card with hook scale and nine low-water patterns. A Bernard & Son brown card box containing six gut eyed salmon flies together with a velvet lined case containing two silvered tubular spring balances by Salter 016 oz and 0-30 lb together with related items. £40-60

5. A SELECTION OF HARDY SPARE SPOOLS for "Perfect", "Altex" and others together with related accessories. (Qty) £40-60 6. AN ALLCOCKS TRADE DISPLAY CARD with fifteen fly examples and one hook example, attached to a red on white decorated background with makers' details and address, stag logo to top left and right hand corners, and mention of The "Grand Prix" Brussels 1910, the double "Grand Prix" Liege International Exhibition 1905 and the "Grand Prix" Universal Exhibion Paris 1900. Under each example is a neatly inscribed pattern name in ink. £60-80

REELS 7. AN ALLCOCKS AERIAL ALLOY CENTRE PIN REEL. The drum flange with eight perforations six spokes and knurled brake nut, the smooth brass foot stamped 19, the back plate with brass optional check button and reg. Design no.689467, also showing retailers details: A. Carter & Co 11 South Molton St. W 1. Overall leaded finish. (Calliper check spring broken). £300-500

8. A FINE 6IN WALNUT AND BRASS STAR BACK NOTTINGHAM REEL with brass line perforated back plate, Heaton 's patent wire line guard, optional check and pierced brass foot. The perforated drum with brass rear flange and bulbous horn handle retained by a brass wing nut (one handle missing and damage to drum). £50-70 9. A HARDY "UNIQUA" 3 3/SIN MKI DUPLICATED ALLOY FLY REEL (missing section of rim) A 3in mahogany and brass star back centre pin reel with optional check fitted with auxiliary ivorine brake button through back plate Pat. No. 30740/27, and Heaton pattern line guard, together with a 2 1/2in brass plate wind fly reel. (3) £40-60

10. A HARDY "THE SUPER SILEX" 3IN ALLOY BAIT CASTING REEL with ribbed brass foot and rim mounted optional check lever with ivorine knob. The back plate with ivorine quadrant casting dial, the shallow drum with twin black handles and button drum latch, stamped inside 2R.W in a leather pouch. £250-350

11. A J. BERNARD & SON 4 l/2IN ALLOY SALMON FLY REEL with smooth brass foot, bridged brass rim tension regulator screw and ivorine handle. £50-70 12. A HARDY 3 3/4IN ALLOY "PERFECT" WIDE DRUM FLY REEL with black composition handle, rim mounted tension regulator screw, circular nickel line guard and ribbed brass foot in maker's D shaped stitched block leather case. £150-250 13. C. FARLOW BRASS PATENT LEVER SALMON REEL, 4 l/4IN., engraved "Patent Lever No. 762 Chas. Farlow & Co. Makers 191 Stand London", initialled E.G.W., repair to foot, together with a C. Farlow plate wind brass trout reel , 2 3/4in., engraved "C. Farlow & Co. Makers 191 Strand London" (2) £70-90 14. AN ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR 6500 C3 CT MAG ELITE MULTIPLYING REEL in maker's box with instruction booklets, green finish, little used. £50-70 15. AN ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR 6500 C3 CT ELITE MULTIPLYING REEL in maker's box with instruction booklets, overall blue finish little used. £50-70 16. AN ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR 6500 C3 CT MAG ELITE MULTIPLYING REEL in maker's box, green finish little used. £50-70

18. AN ORVIS CFO 111 DISC N0.295 3IN FLY REEL with adjustable drag and perforated drum and cage in maker's zip pouch. £50-70 19. A HARDY 3 l/4IN "THE GOLDEN PRINCE" ALLOY TROUT FLY REEL AFTM 7-8 fitted with Courtland 444SL weight forward 8 floater in maker's zip pouch. Little used. £40-60 20. A HARDY "PERFECT" 3 5/8JN ALLOY TROUT FLY REEL with alloy foot, rim tension regulator screw, lined circular line guard fitted with weight forward 10 SL Supreme floating line, little used in suede pouch. £80-120 21.

AN ORVIS CFO. IV 3 l/4IN FLY REEL with pierced alloy foot, adjustable drag and perforated drum and cage, in maker's suede zip pouch. £40-60 22. AN ORVIS BATTENKILL DISC 7/8 ALLOY PERFORATED FLY REEL fitted with 6/7 floating line in maker's green plastic zip pouch. £50-70 23. A RIO ORVIGO F2 4021 GOLD AND BLACK ANODISED FLY REEL with counterbalance handle, optional check, rear mounted adjustable drag in maker's leather zip pouch £90-130 24. AN ABEL 3 l/2IN ALLOY FLY REEL with counterbalance waisted turned wooden handle and constant check, the foot engraved TR3, overall black finish in maker's nylon pouch and box, little used. £90-130

17. AN ABU GARCIA AMBASSADEUR 6500 C3 CT ELITE MULTIPLYING REEL in maker's box with instruction booklets, overall blue finish little used. £50-70

25. AN ABEL LIMITED EDITION 31/SJN. PERFORATED FLY REEL AFTM 1 with counterbalance handle with turned wooden winding knob, constant check, the foot engraved 104 of 600, clear creek finish, little used, in sheepskin lined leather pouch in maker's box. £100-150 26. A HARDY "THE ALTEX" N0.3 MKV ALLOY FIXED SPOOL SPINNING REEL with folding handle, adjustable clutch, full bail arm and optional check together with a Grice and Young Avon Royal Supreme gold anodised centre pin reel 4 l/2in. with optional check and adjustable brake. (2) £70-90 27. A HARDY ALTEX NO. 2 MK III, with brass and aluminium spare spools, in original card box, together with a Shakespeare Critorion in original box, a Young's Beaudex, a Youngs Pridex, a Hardy thermometer, various lures, fly boxes and fishing ephemera (qnty). £50-70 28. AN EDWARD VOM HOFE HARD RUBBER AND NICKEL SILVER SALT WATER GAME FISHING REEL 6/0 with offset S shape counterbalance handle, leather thumb pad and rim operated adjustable brake. The nickel silver pierced foot stamped 516 with makers and patent details to oil port and spindle cover, together with a tin containing Tarpon traces. £400-600 29. A HARDY BRASS FACED 4 l/2IN. ALLOY "PERFECT" SALMON FLY REEL with smooth brass foot, bridged rim mounted regulator screw with Turks head locking nut and ivorine handle. The brass winding plate with Rod in Hand trademark, Straight line logo and previous owners details, in maker's D shaped block leather case with maroon velvet lining. £400-600

30. A HARDY 6IN. ALLOY FIRST MODEL "FARN" REEL with smooth alloy foot (with early repair) twin ivorine handles on unperforated drum and brass telephone latch. The back plate fitted with a brass check button, stamped with enclosed oval logo and Rod in Hand trade mark. £300-500 31. A HARDY "THE PERFECT" 3 3/4IN. ALLOY WIDE DRUM SALMON FLY REEL with smooth brass foot, bridged rim tension regulator screw, circular nickel silver revolving line guard and ivorine handle. The winding plate with enclosed circular maker's details. £150-200

32. A HARDY "THE EXALTA" ALLOY FIXED SPOOL REEL together with spare drum. £40-60

FISHING RODS 33. C.FARLOW THREE PIECE BUILT CANE FLY ROD, with spare tip, bamboo tip tube and net handle, re-varnished, in makers cloth bag and a triangular plastic rod case. £40-60 34. HARDY 'THE INVINCIBLE FLY' 12 l/2FT GLASS FIBRE ROD, in makers cloth bag, together with a three piece built cane, revarnished fly rod in a cloth bag, and a four piece cane fly rod in poor condition, all contained in brown canvas and leather rod case. £30-50

35. A HARDY SEA ROD, in a large bamboo Hardy Palakona rod tube. £20-40

FISHING BOOKS 36. WALTON AND COTTON, 'THE COMPLETE ANGLER' Vol. 1, C. and C. Whittingham, Chiswick, 1826, 14.5 x 9cm, recovered and gilded. £100-150 37. STODDART, T.T., "THE ANGLER'S COMPANION TO THE RIVERS AND LOCHS OF SCOTLAND" Second Edition, William Blackwood & Sons, Edinburgh, together with seven further titles all relating to fishing. (8) £15-25 38. JOCK SCOTT, 'SALMON & TROUT RIVERS SERVED BY THE LONDON & NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY' Chorley & Pickersgill, undated; together with three further titles relating to Salmon & Sea Trout fishing (4) £20-30 39. VISCOUNT GREY OF FALLODON, 'FLY FISIDNG', J.M. Dent & Sons, 1930; together with four further titles relating to fishing & fly tying (5) £25-35 40. WULF, LEE 'THE ATLANTIC SALMON', New York, 1958; together with four further titles relating to salmon fishing (5) £15-20 41. STEWART, MAJ. GEN. R.N. 'RIVERS OF ICELAND' Reykjavik, 1950; together with two titles on Steelhead fishing and one on sport fishing in Canada (4) £15-20

42. CROSSLEY, A 'THE FLOATING LINE FOR SALMON & SEA TROUT' ,Methuen, 1948; together with three further titles relating to salmon fishing (4) £15-20 43. MAJ. GEN. SIR GERALD BURRARD, BT. (DSO RFA RETD.) 'FLY-TYING PRINCIPLES & PRACTICE' London, 1945; together with four further titles relating to fishing (5) £15-25 44. 'GAME FISH OF THE WORLD' lst Edition, Edited by Vesey-Fitzgerald, various authors (Chapter on fishing in Cuba by Ernest Hemingway) Nicholson & Watson, 1949; together with four other books relating to fishing (5) £25-35 45. A HARDY STRAPPED CALF BOUND FLY BOOK interspersed with parchment and felt pages holding traditional wet fly patterns to gut. A Hardy pigskin "The Houghton" cast case with chamois pockets. A strapped pigskin fly book and a selection of dry flies in cream Hardy box with celluloid lid. (4) £80-120 46. A HARDY'S ANGLERS' GUIDE 50th edition 1928. £60-80 47. A HARDY'S ANGLERS' GUIDE 5 lst edition 1929. £50-70

48. A HARDY'S ANGLERS' GUIDE 58th edition 1951 together with a 63rd edition 1957. (2) £50-70

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49. A HARDY'S ANGLERS' GUIDE 58th edition 1951 together with a 54th edition 1934. (2) £70-90

52. A SELECTION OF FISHING TACKLE, FLY TYING AND RELATED PAMPHLETS AND CATALOGUES including a trade Catalogue for George Wilkins and Son Ltd Redditch and list and prices for Foster, Ogden Smith, Martinez and Bird Ltd, Cummins, Veniard and others. (Qty) £50-70

BOOKS, PICTURES AND PRINTS

53. THE GAME REGISTERS OF COLONEL E.P. MACKENZIE OF DOWNHAM HALL IN SUFFOLK, three leather-bound volumes dating from August 1859 to February 1917. The books record Colonel Mackenzie's sport throughout his life including the golden age of Victorian game shooting from 1871 to 1916 and chart his progress up and down the country in pursuit of pheasants, partridge and grouse in the company of some of the great names of the period. Lord Albermarle, Harry Stonor, Lord Walsingham, Lord Iveagh all make appearances; but amongst his most regular shooting companions were the 'Black Princes' Victor and Freddie Duleep Singh. The books are illustrated with photographs and sketches recording not only the days sport but also references to various extra curricular activities and are annotated with helpful aides memoir such as 'Powder 25lbs for 30/-, John Dyer, 129 Leadenhall St.'. They represent a social history of the period as well as the reflection of one man's lifetime of sport. £500-700

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50. AN ALLCOCKS ANGLERS' GUIDE 1939-40. £20-40 51. A SOWERBUTTS ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE AND PRICE LIST together with a Malloch 1930's Catalogue (2) £30-50

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54. LUGS, JAROSLAV: "FIREARMS PAST & PRESENT", Volumes 1 & 2, London 1973, in their box. £30-50

55. A SPORTING CARTOON BY HEAP, 'A. J. Venables ("Venny") & his sporting activities round Sheffield! Signed by his friends' on reverse, signed ' HEAP '38 ', framed, 44 x 28.5cms. £150-200 56. BLAIR, C., 'PISTOLS OF THE WORLD'; Peterson, H., 'The Book of the Continental Soldier'; Wilkinson, F., 'The Illustrated Book of Pistols'; WilkinsonLatham, R. , 'Antique Guns in Colour'; Bird, N., ' Observer's Firearms'; Hogg, I., 'The Illustrated History of Firearms' and ' Guns'; and two others. (9) £30-50 57. LAVIN, J ., 'A HISTORY OF SPANISH FIREARMS'; Reynolds, E (Major), ' The Lee-Enfield Rifle'; Bowman, H ., 'Antique Guns'; various authors, 'Guns & Gun Collecting'; Walter, J., ' The Airgun Book'; North, A. & Hogg, I., ' The Book of Guns & Gunsmiths'; Rosa, J. & May, R., ' Guns and Small Arms'. (7) £30-50

58. RUSSELL PASHA, T.W. "THE WILD DUCKS AND 'VARIOUS' OF EGYPT, HOW TO IDENTIFY THEM Some useful shooting words and phrase in colloquial Arabic". Such translations include "Did the pellets get you in the leg?", "I am an English Officer", "Don't concern yourself with the second bird, that's my business", and "Shut up, you son of sixty donkies" Authors note dated September 1932, paperback. £20-30 59. BLACKMORE, HOWARD 'HUNTING WEAPONS', The Arms & Armour Series, 1st Edition, Barrie & Jenkins, London 1971, in good condition. £75-95

60. HAVEN C.T.,AND BELDEN, F.A. 'A HISTORY OF THE COLT REVOLVER', Bonaza Books, 1978, USA. £75-95 61. RILING, R. 'THE POWDER FLASK BOOK' R&R Books, Livonia, New York, 1992, in excellent condition. £200-300 62. SUTHERLAND, R.Q., AND WILSON R.L. ' THE BOOK OF COLT FIREARMS' lst Edition, published By Robert Q. Sutherland, Kansas City, Missouri, 1971. £200-300 63. 'THE UNIFORMS OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY 1900-1905', Series 1, 'The Uniforms of the United States Military Academy West Point', two sets of four prints, ' Cadet Adjutant (Full dress)', 'Cadet Private (Full dress)', ' Cadet Sergeant (Dress)' and 'Cadet lst Sergeant (Full dress), in burgundy coloured card folio. £20-40 64. R. MCPHAIL, 'THE MCNAB', a framed, signed, limited edition print, No. 38/ 1000. £40-60 65. ADRIAN HILL, R.I, R.B.A., from "Answers", "Ypres 1918" framed print, 31 x 25cm, together with "Arras 1918", and "Albert 1928" £10-15

66. 'BRITISH GAME BIRDS AND WILDFOWL' from the series 'THE GUN AT HOME AND ABROAD', various contributors, The London & Counties Press Association 1912, copy No. 689 of 950, 26 colour plates, leather bound and gilded. £100-150

67. ARNOLD, E.C 'BRITISH WADERS', C.U.P, together with titles published by Country life, by Peter Scott: 'Morning Flight' and 'Morning Chorus' (3). £30-50

76. SET OF FOUR FRAMED COCK FIGHTING PRINTS, early 19th century, by Hy. Alken, entitled 'Set Too', 'Fight', 'Throat' and ' Death', each 9 x 7 l /4in. £300-350

68. LORD WALSINGHAM & SIR RALPH PAYNE GALWAY, 'THE BAMINTON LIBRARY SHOOTING' two titles: 'Field & Covert' and 'Moor & Marsh', 4th Edition, Longmans, London 1892/3. £60-80

77. FOUR COUNTRYSIDE RELATED BOOKS; 'Always a Countryman' by Lord Tweedsmuir'; 'A Green Guide to Country Sports' edited by JNP Watson; 'I married a Hunter' by Marjorie Michael and ' In The Gravest Extreme' by Massad F. Ayoob. £10-15 78. BRIAN H. HALE; AN OIL ON CANVAS DEPICTING LIONS IN GRASSLAND, ornate gilded frame, 117 x 86cms. £200-300

69. BARCLAY, EDGAR N., "BIG GAME SHOOTING RECORDS", First Edition, H.F.& G. Witherby, London, 1932, together with three further titles relating to big game hunting. (4) £20-30 70. SIR RALPH PAYNE-GALWAY, BART., "LETTERS TO YOUNG SHOOTERS", Third Edition, Longmans, Green and Co., 1893, together with five further titles all relating to shooting. (6) £20-30 71. ARCHIBALD THORBURN -A PRINT OF RED GROUSE IN A MOORLAND SETTING, dated 1910. £80-120 72. COLE, H., 'THE STORY OF BISLEY', 1960, published for NRA Centenary Meeting; Cole, H. & Fulton, R., 'The Story of Bisley', 1990, revised limited ed. no. 27 of 1,000 for Bisley Centenary, signed by Robin Fulton. (2) £20-30 73. YUMOTO, J., 'THE SAMURAI SWORD'; Parulski, G., 'Sword of the Samurai'; and two other books relating to Japanese swords. (4) £30-40 74. WHITEHEAD, G., 'THE DEER OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND', 1964, l st ed.; de Nahlik, A., 'Deer Management'; Marshall-Ball, R., 'The Sporting Rifle' . (3) £30-40. 75. 'COCK SHOOTING', circa 1870, hand coloured print involving three hunters with dogs in a woodland landscape, in wooden frame, 14 x 10 l/4in. £70-90

TAXIDERMY

79. A MOUNTED BOARS HEAD, some damage to mouth and right lower tusk broken. £150-250 80. A WALL-HANGING MOUNTED NEPALESE PHEASANT, length approx. 23in. £10-15 81. A FOX MASK, mounted on a wooden shield, together with a cock pheasant mounted on a wooden wall hanging plaque (2). £40-60 82. A BRACE OF ENGLISH PARTRIDGE, mounted on a wooden plinth, with foliage, together with a woodcock mounted in a similar style (2). See illustration page 24 £60-80 83. A MOUNTED COCK TEAL on a wooden board, together with another mounted duck on a wooden board. See illustration page 24 £60-80 84. A MOUNTED ENGLISH PARTRIDGE, with six chicks in grassland setting in a glass dome (base 33cms diameter). £300-500 85. A MOUNTED BRACE OF PTARMIGAN, in their winter plumage, set in snow covered hillscape in a glass dome (base 44cms diameter). £600-800

86. A CASED MOUNTED JAY AND LITTLE OWL, in a grassland setting (height 53cms) £140-160 87. A PAIR OF HIGHLAND CATTLE HORNS. £10-15 88. A ZEBRA SKIN £80-120

MILITARIA

89. A LARGE COPPER STORAGE CONTAINER, lid with lockable hinged strap marked 'WALKER PATENTEE WAPPING' Numbered '13658', struck with a crowned no. '2', height 47cms x diameter 38cms together with a copper basin, 45cms. The crowned no. 2 is likely to be an inspection mark for an East India Company viewer. See illustration page 17 £200-300 90. AN H.R.A. OTHER RANKS RED TUNIC. £100-150 91. AN INDO-PERSIAN MAIL SHIRT, I 8th/l 9th century, made of riveted rings with steel scales protecting the back, and steel panels protecting the arms and chest. See illustration page 18 £300-400

EDGED WEAPO'.'IS

92. A FINE AND RARE IMPERIAL GERMAN AIR FORCE OFFICER'S SWORD, by Carl Eickhorn, Solingen, circa 1914, with 29 in. fullered blade etched with the Imperial crest, a winged propeller, the crowned initials ' CC', 'Solingen' and with foliage and flower-heads over half its length, gilt brass hilt with pierced guard with crowned winged propeller and foliage, short downcurved quillon with dogs-head terminal, knuckle-guard decorated with further foliage and pierced for a sword-knot, eagle-head pommel set with red glass eyes, and original wire-bound grip, in original brass-mounted leather scabbard, the mounts decorated with further winged propellers and foliage, with two rings for suspension See illustration page 17 £600-800

93. AN 1822 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD, with 32 l/2in. pipeback blade, regulation pierced gilt-brass (gilding worn) hilt with folding flap and 'GR IV' cypher, and original wire-bound shagreen-covered wooden grip. £50-70 94. AN ETCHED GERMAN M84/98 BAYONET, 15 in. overall, with single-edged fullered blade etched on one side 'Deutsches Kriegsmarine' with a swastika and on the other 'Schlachtschiff-"Konigsberg", (this is post war engraving) steel hilt etched at the pommel with a further swastika and a fouled anchor, wooden grips, and blued iron scabbard and leather frog. £50-80 95. A GERMAN THIRD REICH SS N.C.O.'S SWORD, with 33 l/2in. slender singleedged fullered blade etched with 'SS Polizei Division' on one side and 'Meine Ehre Heisst Treue' (this is post war etching)the forte with maker's mark of Alcoso, Solingen, plated hilt with one-piece guard and knuckle-guard, plain pommel, wooden grip with plated oak-leaf patterned collar and inset with small eagle and swastika badge, in black painted scabbard with sword knot. See illustration page 17 £150-250 96. A SILVER-MOUNTED SKEAN DHU, 7 3/4in. overall, with stainless steel dress blade by George Ibberson & Co., Sheffield, ebonised grip carved with a woven pattern, silver mounts engraved with strapwork, foilbacked imitation cairngorn, in original silver-mounted leather-covered scabbard, Edinburgh silver hallmarks for 1953. £30-50 97. A MAUSER BAYONET, 14 3/4in. overall, with regulation iron scabbard and leather frog; together with an Indian knife, 11 3/4in. single-edged blade, iron hilt, and leather scabbard; and two Finnish sheath knives, each 7 3/4in. overall, with single-edged blades, brass-mounted wooden hilts with horse's head pommel, and brass-mounted tooled leather scabbards. (4) £30-50 98. A HUNTING DAGGER, 19th century, with 9 3/4in. double-edged blade (pitted), and natural antler hilt. £250-300 99. A BRitlSH 1907 PATTERN BAYONET, by Wilkinson, marked for RAF issue, in its regulation scabbard, the metal parts throughout nickel-plated. £ 10-15

100. A BRITISH PATTERN 1895 INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD, with 32 l/2in. pointed fullered blade etched on each side with foliage and the crowned Royal arms above 'GR VI' cypher, regulation pierced steel hilt, brown leather sword knot, iron pommel, and wire-bound shagreen-covered grip, in original regulation brown leathercovered steel scabbard with outer cover. £60-80 101. A MAUSER BAYONET, 15 l/4in. overall, with regulation iron scabbard (iron parts with some pitting). £5-10 102. A RARE BROADSWORD, 16th century, excavated in Scotland on the battlefield of Drumclog, with 34 l/2in. tapering blade with a central fuller on each face of the forte respectively with the feint inscription 'Andera' and 'Ferara'each with dots, quillion block (quillons missing), tang, and gadrooned plummet-shaped pommel with button terminal; together with a another sword in excavated condition, with 27 in. slender tapering blade, and modern wooden grip;both mounted in a glazed display case with note detailing their find Reoutedly found on the battlefield of Drumclog, a bloody engagement between government forces under the command of John Graham of Claverhouse, I st Viscount Dundee, and a large armed gathering of Covenanters which took place on Sunday l st June 1679. James 11 had tasked Dundee, known as 'Bonnie Dundee' to his supporters and 'Bluidy Clavers' to his enemies, with ending the religious meetings of the Covenanters held out on the moors and in the hills. The conventicle in question was taking place on Louden Hill when news arrived of Dundee's approach. A group of Covenanters numbering approx. two hundred footmen and forty horsemen decided to make a stand against Dundee and moved to a boggy moor about 2 miles away, known as Drumclog. Intending to use the tried method of arresting the ringleaders and dispersing the crowd, Dundee and his Dragoons approached the Covenanters and issued an ultimatum. When this was rebuked the Dragoons began to fire from the saddle with carbines at the assembled Covenanters. The Covenanters returned fire using the heather as cover between shots and inflicted heavy casualties on the Dragoons. Vicious hand-to-hand fighting ensued culminating in the Dragoons being out flanked and forced to retreat into a square. Being hopelessly outnumbered and out manoevered, Dundee ordered the retreat to be sounded and headed back to Glasgow with what remained of his Dragoons. It is recorded in an allegedly contemporary account by Thomas Brown lea. the 2nd Laird ofTorfoot and a Covenanter leader, that Dundee left the field wounded and having lost his sword. Within days a large army was dispatched under the Duke of Monmouth, The Earl of Linlithgow and a vengeful Dundee to quell the Covenanters whose ranks had swelled to several thousand following the unexpected victory at Drumclog. The Covenanters were comprehensively beaten at Bothwell three weeks after Drumclog on Sunday 22nd June. For Brownlea 's account please see www.seanachaidh.org For a sword with a similar blade in the National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland see D.H. Caldwell, Scottish Weapons & Fortifications 1100-1800, p.1 85, fig. 89

See illustration page I 7 £1400-1600

103. A WWI KUKRI, dated 1915, 17 l/2in. overall, with curved dated blade marked on one side 'CO', 'IIC' under Ordnance broad arrow, and numbered '37', the wooden grips stamped on one side 'A R G' and numbered '19139', in correct brown leather scabbard also dated ' 1915' with Ordnance mark and brass chape, the scabbard in a brown leather frog with two belt-loops. £200-250 104. TWO AFRICAN SPEARS, one with 16 l/2in. leaf-shaped blade, the other with 9in. leaf-shaped blade, on wooden shafts. (2) £80-120 105. A BRITISH 1803 PATTERN OFFICER'S SWORD, by Hebden & Co., with 30 l/2in. broad curved single-edged fullered blade double-edged towards the point, each face of the blade decorated for half it's length with gilt foliage, a trophy of arms, and on one face with crowned 'GR' cypher, and on the other with the Royal arms, all against a blued ground (blued and gilt finish worn in places, some discolouration and scattered pitting), pierced brass hilt retaining some of it's gilded finish, the knuckle-guard pierced with crowned 'GR' cypher and with swordknot ring, lion's head pommel, and original wire-bound shagreen-covered grip, in its original brass-mounted leather-covered scabbard' See illustration page 19 £400-600

106. A FINE AND RARE VICTORIAN ADMIRAL'S MAMELUKE-HILTED SWORD, by Johnson & Le Cassick, Clifford St., Bond St., London, circa 1855, with 30 3/4in. single-edged curved blade double-edged towards the point and finely etched on each side with oaks leaves, foliage, and on one side with crowned 'VR' cypher over a fouled anchor and the initials 'Il' under a coronet, and on the other with the Royal arms and two crossed Union flags within a crown, gilt brass hilt comprising qullion block decorated in relief on each side with a fouled anchor within a oak wreath, quillons each terminating in a crown,stippled border engraved grip-strap and ivory gripscales each pierced at the top for the sword knot (worn)and set with two rosettes (one rosette missing), in original leather scabbard with gilt-brass mounts, the outer side decorated in relief with oak leaves and acorns, the tip of the chape with a panel containing two entwined sea serpents, with two gilt rings for susension. The initials are likely to be those of John Impey, second son of Sir Elijah Impey. He joined the Navy as a Midshipman in I 785, rising to Lieutenant in I 793 and Post-Captain in I 806. He is recorded as being Master's Mate on the 'Providence' , one of the store ships which acco mpanied Captain Bligh. He became a Rear Admiral in I 838 and was promoted to Full Admiral in I 855 . He died in I 858.

See illustration page 19 £1500-2000

POWDER FLASKS

107. A REPRODUCTION U.S. AMES 'PEACE FLASK' POWDER-FLASK, 9 in. overall, with embossed brass body, two suspension rings, and brass nozzle. £10-20 108. A RARE SILVER-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL POWDER-FLASK, dated 1802, 5 l /2in. overall, formed from the complete shell of a tortoise, silver base and top each with two suspension rings and engraved with running foliage, the top engraved with the inscription 'CH to BHJ March 13th 1802' and with three flowerheads, the spout engraved with further foliage and with sprung cut-off. £500-700

109. A COW-HORN POWDER-HORN, with two-stage turned nozzle, the main body profusely engraved with the Royal arms, a crowned coat of arms involving thistles, numerous small emblems, some with mottos, scrolls and flowers and further thistles and foliage, the lower edge with the name 'Thos. McCormick' and 'Maker' and the date ' 1661 ', and wooden base-plate. £300-400 110. A BRASS-MOUNTED COPPER POWDER-FLASK, by Dixon, 8 l/4in. overall, embossed on each side with a shell and foliage design (Riling 378), the nozzle graduated from 2 to 2 3/4 drams. £100-130 111. A GROUP OF POWDER-FLASKS, comprising two by Dixon, one embossed on each side with stars and dots framed by foliage (Riling 409,4 17 and 431), the other plain, two by Hawksley, one fluted (Riling 289) with graduated nozzle from 2 1/4 to 3 drams, the other leather-covered, an embossed flask decorated on each side with birds in a wooded landscape, two embossed pistol flasks, and two shot-flasks. (9) £140-160 112. TWO LEATHER SHOT-FLASKS, one with by Hawksley with nickel-plated nozzle; together with two brass-mounted copperbodied powder-flasks (incomplete); and a large bottle-shaped copper flask. (5) £40-60 113. TWO COW-HORN FLASKS, the first 13 in., for shot, with brass P. Frith Patent dispenser (incomplete), the second 7 l/2in., for powder, with two suspension rings and brass nozzle. (2) £15-20 114. A LEATHER-COVERED DIXON POWDER-FLASK, the nozzle graduated from 3 to 4 drams. £70-90 115. TWO POWDER-FLASKS, each with embossed bag-shaped bodies, the first decorated on one side with two spaniels flushing three ducks, the second decorated on each side with a lattice pattern, the first with four suspension rings. £50-70 116. A NICKEL-PLATED PISTOL FLASK, by Hawksley, 4 3/4in. overall, with bagshaped body with small suspension loop at the bottom, nozzle graduated from 3/16 to 5/ 16 drams, and blued cut-off spring. £100-150

117. A BRASS-MOUNTED COPPER POWDER-FLASK, by Hawksley, 8 in. overall, embossed on one side with a dog and birds design (Riling 531 ), the nozzle graduated from 2 1/2 to 3 1/4 drams; together with another powder-flask, 7 3/4in. overall, embossed on each side with foliage inhabited by a bird, the nozzle graduated from 2 to 2 3/4in. drams. £50-70 118. A BRASS-MOUNTED COPPER PISTOL FLASK, 4 l/4in. overall, embossed on each side with an eagle holding a revolver and a powder-flask in it's talons (cut-off spring incomplete). £80-120 119. A GROUP OF POWDER-FLASKS, comprising two by Hawksley, one fluted on each side (Riling 293), the nozzle graduated from 2 1/4 to 3 drams, the other plain with nozzle graduated from 2 1/4 to 2 3/4 drams, a brass-mounted copper two-way pistol flask, and a South American powder-horn with gourd body and cow-horn spout. (4) £140-160 120. A GROUP OF POWDER- AND SHOTFLASKS, comprising one by Hawksley with leather-covered body, the nozzle graduated from 2 1/4 to 3 drams, one marked ' Patent' embossed on each side with foliage, two Sykes shot-flasks, the nozzles retaining traces of case-hardened finish, a brassmounted copper pistol-flask. (5) £120-140

PERCUSSION LONGARMS NB: THE FOLLOWING LOTS 121-202 ARE PURCHASED AS AN EXEMPT ITEM UNDER SECTION 58(2) FIREARMS ACT 1968. TO BE HELD AS A CURIOSITY OR ORNAMENT. 121. A .450 WESTLEY RICHARDS PATENT 'MONKEY TAIL' BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 5404, dated 1876, with 27 in. rifled barrel marked 'Whitworth Patent' and sighted with eight folding leaf-sights and a folding ladder sight (front-sight missing), breech marked '70 Grains', scroll engraved hinged loading cover stamped 'Manufactured by Westley Richards', scroll engraved dated lock stamped 'Westley Richards & Co., safety-catch, walnut pistolgrip half stock (old crude plated repair to wrist), chequered grip and fore-end, horn fore-end cap, hinged patch-box cover £100-150

122. A PERCUSSION BLUNDERBUSS, signed Welch, Banbury, 29 in. overall, converted from flintlock, with belled iron barrel engraved 'Banbury' at the breech and fitted with spring bayonet above, engraved tang incorporating bayonet-release catch, signed foliate engraved flat bevelled lock (mechanism weak) with safety-catch and stepped tail, walnut full stock, chequered grip, engraved iron mounts, and associtated brass-tipped ramrod with worm (iron parts with some discolouration throughout), Birmingham proof marks. See illustration page 20 £300-500 123. A 52-BORE DOUBLE-BARRELLED PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, signed John Hayton, Grahams Town, serial no. 8183, mid-19th century, with 29 1/2in. rebrowned twist sighted barrels each rifled for a belted ball, back-sight with six folding leaves, the broad matt rib signed at the breech and calibrated in inches from 'l' to '20' with silver inlaid numbers and lines (some loss) forward of the back-sight, scroll engraved patent breeches each with platinum plug, long scroll engraved tang, signed scroll engraved locks, figured walnut half-stock (minor blemishes), chequered grip and foreend, engraved iron mounts including hinged patch-box cover decorated with a lion, white metal escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons (one loose), and brass-tipped ebony ramrod (iron parts cleaned with scattered pitting and some discolouration), Birmingham proof marks See illustration page 20 £1000-1500 124. A CASED 16-BORE DOUBLEBARRELLED PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, by Edward Windsor, Maker, 14 Coleshill St., Birm., dated 1856, with 29 1/4in. rebrowned twist barrels signed in full on the rib, silver fore-sight, patent breeches each with platinum plug and engraved with a duck in flight and inlaid with two gold lines on the rib, scroll engraved grooved tang and signed locks, figured walnut half-stock, chequered grip and fore-end, engraved iron mounts including trigger-plate with pineapple finial, silver escutcheon engraved with the initials 'H.S.' and the date ' 1856', and brass-tipped ramrod with worm (iron parts with some pitting), London proof marks, in relined fitted mahogany case with some accessories including powder-flask, Bartram & Co. leather shot-flask with white metal nozzle, and Holland & Holland oil bottle, the exterior of the lid with brass escutcheon and flush-fitting carrying handle. See illustration page 2 1 £300-500

125. A 9-BORE (.800) FRENCH PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, by Houllier Blanchard, Paris, serial no. 7491, dated 1853, with round 33 3/4in. twist barrel signed 'Houllier Blanchard Bte a Paris' on the sighting flat, silver fore-sight, scroll engraved patent breech, scroll engraved grooved tang with the initials 'DG' inlaid in gold, scroll engraved lock (mainspring replaced) signed 'Fni P Houllier Blanchard A Paris' on the top edge, figured walnut half-stock, chequered grip, scroll engraved iron mounts, and later brass-tipped wooden ramrod (barrel with some patches of pitting, other iron parts discoloured with scattered pitting, minor blemishes to stock with minor crack on butt), the under side of the barrel and breech each respectively retaining some original browned and case-hardened finish, the underside of the barrel stamped 'Leopold Bernard Canonnier A Paris' and struck with his mark. See illustration page 19 £300-500 126. *A 12-BORE BELGIAN DOUBLEBARRELLED PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, by Windisch A Nismes, circa 1845, with 32 1/4in. browned twist sighted barrels with raised ribs over their entire length (right barrel with small dent), scroll engraved patent breeches, scroll engraved tang and signed locks, the latter each with stepped tail, figured walnut halfstock, scroll engraved iron mounts, and brass-tipped wooden ramrod with worm, Liege proof. 5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price

See illustration page 19 £300-500 127. A 40-BORE CONTINENTAL PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, midI 9th century, with 31 in. octagonal barrel rifled with three grooves (exterior cleaned, some pitting), tangent back-sight, border engraved breech and tang, scroll engraved lock and mounts, walnut half-stock, chequered grip, horn fore-end cap (damaged), and iron ramrod. £250-350

128. A 10-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, mid-19th century, with 41 l/4in. rebrowned twist sighted barrel, breech inlaid with a platinum line, scroll engraved tang and lock (hammer replaced), walnut halfstock (old repair to fore-end), chequered grip, engraved iron mounts, white metal escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons, horn fore-end cap, and later ramrod (iron parts heavily cleaned throughout, engraving worn), London proof marks. £300-500 129. A .577 PERCUSSION THREE-BAND SERVICE RIFLE, dated 1856, with 39 in. sighted barrel rifled with three grooves, dated lock marked 'Tower' and 'VR' crowned, walnut three-quarter stock, brass mounts including butt-plate engraved 'LS I 626', and regulation iron ramrod (iron parts corroded throughout), Queen's proof marks. £250-350 130. A .653 PERCUSSION YEOMANRY CARBINE, dated 1844, with 20 in. smoothbore sighted barrel, dated lock marked 'Tower' and 'VR' crowned, walnut three-quarter stock, brass mounts including butt-plate engraved 'WKYC / 15', iron saddle-bar and ring, and stirrup ramrod (iron parts pitted), Queen's proof marks. £150-250 131. A 12-BORE DOUBLE-BARRELLED PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN, by Walker, Newbury, From Purdey, London, serial no. 385, circa 1840, with 30 l/2in. browned twist barrels signed on the rib, silver fore-sight, finely scroll engraved casehardened patent breeches, tang and signed locks, figured walnut half-stock, chequered grip and fore-end, finely scroll engraved mounts including blued butt-plate and trigger-guard, the latter decorated with a pointer, silver escutcheon, original brasstipped ebony ramrod with worm, and some original finish, London proof marks. £800-1 200

132. A 16-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, by Joseph Manton & Son, serial no. 10.274 for 1834, with 28 in. browned octagonal sighted barrel inlaid at the muzzle with a silver line and signed 'Joseph Manton & Son Patentees' on an inlaid silver panel on the top flat at the breech, silver fore-sight, finely scroll engraved case-hardened patent breech inlaid with a further silver line, finely engraved tang decorated with scrollwork and a shell, signed border and scroll engraved detented lock with safety-catch, figured walnut half-stock, chequered grip, scroll engraved iron mounts including hinged casehardened patch-box cover and blued triggerguard, set trigger, silver escutcheon engraved with the crest and motto of the Grant family, silver barrel-bolt escutcheons, horn fore-end cap (small repair), later sling mounts, and original wooden ramrod with brass starter (recoloured throughout, some iron parts discoloured) See W Keith Neal & D.H.L. Back, The Mantons, p.281. It is noted in The Manton Supplement on p.265 that a 19bore percussion rifle, serial no. I 0.271 , has the same crest and motto engraved on its escutcheon.

See illustration page 22 £2500-3000 133. AN 80-BORE BERENGER-TYPE BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION RIFLE, signed T. Conway, Manchester, circa 1840, serial no. 157, with twist sighted barrel, scroll engraved action with rotating breech-block with sprung underlever, scroll engraved cocking-lever, long signed scroll engraved tang, figured walnut butt and foreend, the former with chequered grip, and scroll engraved iron mounts (some corrosion to barrel and mounts), Birmingham proof marks. It is known that Conway retailed Belgian-made breechloading percussion guns and rifles on the Berenger system

See illustration page 19 £1200-1500 134. A 14-BORE SPORTERISED FRENCH MODEL 1822 PERCUSSION SERVICE MUSKET, converted from flintlock during it's service life, with 34 in. round sighted barrel, regulation breech and tang, the latter stamped 'Mle 1822', regulation lock engraved 'Mre Rle de St. Etienne', regulation walnut stock reduced to helfstock, regulation iron mounts including single barrel-band, white metal fore-end cap, and regualtion iron ramrod, Birmingham proof marks. £200-300

135. A RARE CASED 50-BORE PATENT PERCUSSION WALKING STICK GUN AND RIFLE, by I Lang, 7 Haymarket, London, no. 169, circa 1840, with interchangeable sighted 22 7/Sin. smoothbore and rifled barrels, the latter cut with nine grooves and with blued back-sight with single folding leaf, each barrel with threaded breech with central nipple to screw into the action, the action signed in full and with removeable sprung striker, the rear hinged to fold the handle down to form a butt, the mechanism cocked by a separate combination tool incorporating the cap dispenser, blued folding trigger, the outer surface with much original painted wood effect finish, (some wear and minor chips, handle with some restored paint), London proof marks, in original fitted mahogany case lined in green baize with accessories including William Davis bullet mould, white metal mounted ramrod, the lid with Joseph Lang trade label, the exterior with circular gilt brass escutcheon chiselled with a border of running leaves

138. A CASED 60-BORE SIX-SHOT PERCUSSION TRANSITIONAL REVOLVER, by Witton & Daw, 57 Threadneedle St., London, serial no. 1190, patent no. 2261, circa 1855, 11 l/2in. overall, with octagonal sighted barrel engraved 'Witton & Daw's, Improved, 57, Threadneedle St, London' and retaining some original blued finish, sprung rammer engraved with 'YR' crowned and patent number, fluted reciprocating cylinder, scroll engraved action retaining traces of original case-hardened finish, chequered figured walnut butt, scroll engraved triggerguard, silver escutcheon, and engraved butt-cap with hinged butt-trap cover decorated with a flower-head (some minor discolouration to irin parts), London proof marks, in original lined and fitted stained oak case with accessories including Hawkesley flask and bullet mould, the lid with Witton, Daw & Co. trade label, the exterior with circular brass escutcheon See illustration page 24 £2400-2600

For a discussion on Lang walking stick guns see Lewis Winant, Firearms Curiosa, p.142, plates 157-8

139. A CASED 60-BORE SIX-SHOT PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX REVOLVER, mid- l 9th century, 8 3/4in. overall, with case-hardened fluted barrel block engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzles, case-hardened finely scroll engraved action engraved 'London', barhammer, trigger-guard and butt-cap, the latter incorporating the engraved hinged butt-trap cover, finely chequered figured walnut butt, silver escutcheon, reblued iron belt-hook, and some original finish throughout, London proof marks, in original lined and fitted mahogany case with accessories including brass-mounted copper three-way flask, the lid with trade label for ' James Wilkinson & Son, Gun & Sword Manufacturers to Her Majesty, and the Hon.hie East India Company, No.27 Pall Mall, London. Army Accoutrements &c.' , the exterior with shaped brass escutcheon and flush-fitting carrying-handle See illustration page 24 £2000-2400

See illustration page 21 £2000-2500 136. No Lot

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137. A CASED 54-BORE TRANTER PATENT SECOND MODEL DOUBLE-TRIGGER SELF-COCKING FIVE-SHOT PERCUSSION REVOLVER, retailed by Wilkinson, London, circa 1855, 12 l/4in. overall, with reblued sighted barrel, signed scroll engraved top-strap, scroll engraved frame, border engraved cylinder, and patent rammer, blued safety-stop, blued triggerguard and butt-cap retaining traces of blued finish, and chequered butt (engraving worn throughout), London proof marks, in original lined and fitted mahogany case with some accessories including patent flask and Tranter patent 54-bore mould for two conical bullets, the lid with trade label for Wilkinson & Son (lid escutcheon and key-hole escutcheon missing from exterior). See illustration page 24 £800- 1200

140. A .577 DOUBLE-BARRELLED PERCUSSION OFFICER'S PISTOL, by C. Moore, 77 St. James's Street, London, serial no. 1817, circa 1840, 10 3/4in. overall, with twist sighted barrels signed in full on the rib, patent breeches engraved with a sunburst and with platinum plugs, scroll engraved grooved tang, scroll engraved locks marked 'C. Moore's Patent' and each with safety-catch (one hammer repaired), figured walnut three-quarter stock, chequered butt, engraved iron mounts including trigger-plate with pineapple finial, silver shield-shaped escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons, and stirrup ramrod (ramrod head missing, iron parts discoloured throughout), London proof marks. See illustration page 26 £300-400 141. AN 80-BORE RING PULL COOPER PATENT SIX-SHOT PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX REVOLVER, mid-19th century, 7 l/2in. overall, with fluted barrel block, scroll engraved white metal action marked 'J.R. Cooper Patent', and varnished walnut grips (some pitting and discolouration throughout, varnish chipped), Birmingham proof marks. See illustration page 26 £150-250 142. A 20-BORE PERCUSSION PISTOL, signed Hewson, London, circa 1840, 13 in. overall, with sighted barrel marked 'London', engraved breech with two white metal lines, signed engraved back-action lock, walnut three-quarter stock, chequered butt, engraved iron mounts, white metal escutcheon, and stirrup ramrod (iron parts pitted), Birmingham proof marks. £80-120 143. A 10-BORE PERCUSSION BOX-LOCK BELT PISTOL, by Ja.s Beattie, 223 Regent St. , London, circa 1843, 9 in. overall, with sighted signed barrel engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzle, platinum plug, scroll engraved action incorporating the back-sight, chequered figured walnut butt, silver escutcheon, domed pommel incorporating a butt-trap with hinged cover engraved with a flower-head, scroll engraved trigger-guard, iron belt-hook, and stirrup ramrod (some discolouration throughout), London proof marks. See illustration page 26 £200-300

144. A 40-BORE SCOTTISH PERCUSSION ALL-STEEL DRESS PISTOL, mid-19th century, 7 l /2in. overall, with round barrel retaining traces of original blued finish , silvered lock with safety-catch and full-stock engraved with scrollwork, flowers and thistles, 'ram's horn' butt with detachable pricker, button trigger, blued belt-hook, and iron ramrod (minor loss to silvered finish), Birmingham proof marks. See illustration page 26 £200-300 145. A 20-BORE PERCUSSION PISTOL, signed Hewson, mid-19th century, 12 l/2in. overall, with octagonal sighted barrel, signed engraved back-action lock, three-quarter stock, chequered butt, white metal escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons, iron mounts, and stirrup ramrod (defective), Birmingham proof marks. £100-150 146. A .36 COLT 'MODEL 1861' SIX-SHOT PERCUSSION NAVY REVOLVER, serial no. 36741 for 1872, 12 l /2in. overall, with sighted barrel, plain cylinder, brass triggerguard and grip-strap, and walnut grips (iron parts heavily cleaned). See illustration page 26 £150-250 147. A CASED 54-BORE BEAUMONTADAMS PATENT FIVE-SHOT DOUBLE-ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER, retailed by Reilly, 502, New Oxford St.t, London, serial nos. 23842 R. and B. 8187, circa 1860, 12 in. overall, with blued sighted barrel, signed top-strap, frame and cylinder, safety-stop, arbor pin and rammer retaining traces of blued finish, chequered walnut butt, and much original finish (trigger-guard and butt-cap discoloured), London proof marks, in original lined and fitted oak case with some accessories including Dixon flask and mould for two conical bullets, the lid with E.M. Reilly & Co. trade label, the exterior with brass escutcheon See illustration page 24 £500-700 148. A .31 COLT 'MODEL 1849' FIVE-SHOT SINGLE-ACTION PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER, serial no. 43534 for 1852, 9 in. overall, with 4 in. barrel, figured walnut grips, and matching numbers throughout (springs removed, exterior with some pitting), in later case with two bullet moulds. £200-400

149. A 15-BORE BELGIAN PERCUSSION PISTOL, circa 1840, 13 in. overall, with octagonal twist sighted barrel, foliate engraved breech, tang also incorporating the back-sight, back-action lock, and mounts including shaped pommel with hinged trap cover cut as a shell, walnut three-quarter stock, chequered grip, shield-shaped white metal escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons, and iron ramrod with jag, Liege proof. £250-350 150. A .31 COLT 'MODEL 1849' FIVE-SHOT SINGLE-ACTION PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER, serial no. 102830 for 1855, !Oin. overall, with Sin. sighted barrel with New York City address, cylinder with feint stage-coach scene, frame with traces of finish, brass grip-strap and triggerguard, figured walnut grips, and matching numbers throughout. £400-600 151. A .44 COLT 'MODEL 1860' SIX-SHOT SINGLE-ACTION PERCUSSION ARMY REVOLVER, serial no. 21228 for 1861, 13 3/4in. overall, with sighted barrel with New-York address, plain rebated cylinder, iron grip-strap and trigger-guard,figured walnut grips, and matching numbers throughout with the exception of the cylinder (number worn, address feint). £400-600 152. AN 80-BORE BELGIAN PERCUSSION BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOL, mid-19th century, 7 3/4in. overall, with octagonal barrel, and walnut butt, Liege proof. £20-40 153. A 15-BORE OVER-AND-UNDER BOXLOCK PERCUSSION HOWDAH PISTOL, by Westley Richards, London, mid-19th century, 13 in. overall, with rebrowned twist smoothbore barrels each engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzle, the top barrel sighted and signed, recase-hardened scroll engraved breeches and action, the latter with safety-catches and incorporating the back-sight, blued scroll engraved trigger-guard, finely chequered figured walnut butt, silver escutcheon, casehardened scroll engraved pommel incorporating the hinged butt-trap cover, and blued stirrup ramrod, See illustration page 31 £1500-2000

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154. A 34-BORE PERCUSSION PISTOL, signed Williams & Powell, Liverpool, circa 1840, 8 l /2in. overall, with rebrowned twist tapering barrel engraved 'Liverpool' in the sighting groove and engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzle, silver fore-sight, engraved breech incorporating the back-sight and inlaid with two platinum lines, scroll engraved grooved tang, signed scroll engraved back-action lock with safety-catch, figured walnut three-quarter stock, chequered butt, iron mounts retaining some original blued finish including scroll engraved trigger-guard, silver escutcheon, and stirrup ramrod, London view marks £800-1200 155. A RARE PERCUSSION WINDOW ALARM GUN, stamped S. Grataloup, 8 l/4in. overall, with octagonal brass barrel of approx. 60-bore, brass action with exposed mainspring, and brass setting-lever. £80-120 156. A 100-BORE BELGIAN MARIETTE PATENT FOUR-SHOT PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX REVOLVER, circa 1850, 7 l/2in. overall, with etched twist barrels numbered from 'l' to ' 4', scroll engraved action and grip-strap, engraved ring-trigger, and ebonised grips (iron parts discoloured throughout, action defective), Liege proof. £100-150 157. A 45-BORE DOUBLE-BARRELLED BOX-LOCK PERCUSSION PISTOL, signed Gasquoine & Dyson, Manchester, mid- l 9th century, 9 in. overall, with octagonal sighted barrel block signed on the false rib, each muzzle engraved with a band of foliage, scroll engraved action (one hammer-spur broken) incorporating the back-sight, scroll engraved trigger-guard, chequered figured walnut butt, silver escutcheon, foliate engraved pommel with butt-trap with hinged cover engraved with a flower-head, and stirrup ramrod (some pitting illscolouration to iron parts),Birmingham proof marks. £200-300

FLINTLOCK LONGARMS 158. A FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS, by J & W Richards, circa 1808-10, 27 3/4in. overall, with three-stage belled brass barrel fitted with spring bayonet above, engraved iron tang incorporating the bayonet release catch, signed border engraved flat bevelled lock with roller safety-catch and stepped tail, figured walnut three-quarter stock (repaired at wrist), chequered grip, engraved brass mounts including trigger-guard with pineapple finial, and associated horn-tipped ramrod with worm (iron parts discoloured throughout), Tower private proof marks. See illustration page 20 £700-900 159. A 10-BORE INDIAN MATCHLOCK WALL GUN, 18th/19th century, with 68 in. barrel retained by numerous bands (foresight missing), applied brass panel at the breech incorporating the back-sight, characteristic wooden three-quarter stock, and iron ramrod; together with a 13-bore Persian matchlock gun, 19th century, with 39 in. three-stage sighted barrel; and a 15-bore native made percussion carbine of British service type, 19th century, with 26 l /4in. smoothbore sighted barrel (each gun with some defects). (3) £100-150 160. A 16-BORE GERMAN FLINTLOCK RIFLE, late 18th century, with 28 in. swamped octagonal sighted barrel with bayonet bar on the right at the muzzle, flat bevelled lock, moulded walnut full stock with raised apron around the barrel tang, brass mounts including trigger-guard with acorn finial, brass escutcheon, front iron sling mount (rear mount missing), and original brass-tipped iron ramrod (some scattered pitting to iron parts). £ 1000- 1500

161. A 22-BORE DOUBLE-BARRELLED FLINTLOCK SPORTING GUN, signed Archer, early l 9th century, with 29 in. tapering rebrowned twist barrels with indistinct gold-lined maker's mark on the rib, silver fore-sight, patent breeches each with indistinct gold-lined maker's mark, goldinlaid line and gold-lined touch-hole, foliate engraved grooved tang, signed foliate engraved flat locks each with roller, rainproof pan and 'French' cock, figured walnut half-stock, chequered grip and foreend, engraved iron mounts including scrolled trigger-guard with pineapple finial, and silver escutcheon and barrel-bolt escutcheons (ramrod missing, engraving worn throughout) See illustration page 22 £2000-2500 162. AN INDIAN FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS, the lock signed Memory and dated 1798, 30 l/4in. overall, with belled two-stage iron barrel chiselled in low relief with shaped panels of foliage at the muzzle and towards the breech, tang decorated en suite, rounded signed East India Co. lock, walnut full stock carved in low relief with srollwork and foliage, iron mounts, horn butt-plate, and original iron ramrod (lock with some pitting). £300-350

FLl'.'/TLOCK PISTOLS 163. A PAIR OF 80-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOLS, by Smith, London, early l 9th century, 6 in. overall, with turn-off brass barrels each engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzle and numbered ' 1' and '2' respectively, signed rounded brass actions each engraved with martial trophies (one cock replaced, the other with replacement top-jaw and screw), engraved thumbpiece safety-catches also locking the steels, folding triggers, and finely chequered walnut butts, London proof marks. See illustration page 26 £400-600 164. A 50-BORE CONTINENTAL FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOL, signed Lepage, early 19th century, 8 l/4in. overall, with bright tapering barrel, signed border engraved action, sliding thumbpiece safety-catch, bright triggerguard, flat-sided walnut butt inlaid on either side with a silver domed roundel engraved with a flower-head, and bright steel ramrod (scattered spots of pitting throughout). See illustration page 26 £150-250

165. A 60-BORE FRENCH FLINTLOCK POCKET PISTOL, circa 1800, 6 3/4in. overall, with swamped two-stage barrel with traces of engraved decoration, border engraved tang and rounded lock, moulded walnut full-stock carved in low relief with foliage behind the barrel tang, the butt carved in the form of a bird's head, engraved iron mounts, and later wooden ramrod, St. Etienne proof mark; together with a 50-bore Spanish flintlock pocket pistol, early l 9th century, 7 in. overall, with two-stage barrel retaining traces of gilt decoration at the breech, engraved flat lock marked with the with the initials 'PG' , full stock, and ivory ramrod (2) See illustration page 26 £250-350 166. 40-BORE GERMAN FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, by J. Christoph Kuchenreiter, early 19th century, 15 l/2in. overall, with blued octagonal swamped barrel with inlaid silver signature and decorated with inlaid silver scrollwork, the breech with silver-inlaid maker's mark (Stockel 662), silver spider fore-sight, tang numbered '2' incorporating a three-leaf back-sight (one leaf incomplete), scroll engraved flat bevelled lock with stepped tail, safety-catch, gold-lined rainproof pan and roller (cock and steel replaced), walnut full stock (cracked through at grip) with flattened butt, set trigger, mounts including shaped trigger-guard and escutcheon, and original iron-tipped ramrod with worm (iron parts with some pitting, some loss of colour to the barrel). See illustration pages 24 and 26 £250-350 167. A 20-BORE WHEEL-LOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, German or Dutch, mid-l 7th century, 22 3/4in. overall, octagonal barrel (heavily cleaned), flat bevelled lock (plate and wheel cleaned, cock and wheel-retaining bracket replaced), walnut full stock, the foreend and pommel decorated with inlaid iron bands, iron mounts, and later iron-tipped ramrod. See illustration page 25 £800-1 200

168. A PAIR OF 140-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK MUFF PISTOLS, signed H. Nock, London, early 19th century, 5 in. overall, each with turn-off barrel engraved with a band of foliage at the muzzle, signed rounded brass action (each mechanism weak) engraved on each side with a martial trophy, engraved thumbpiece safety-catch also locking the steel, folding trigger, and chequered walnut butt, London proof marks, in lined case. See illustration page 26 £700-1000 169. A PAIR OF 60-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK PISTOLS, signed Archer, third quarter of the l 8th century, 9 l/2in. overall, each with brass three-stage turn-off barrel, signed brass action decorated with rococo ornament, engraved sliding triggerguard safety-catch, walnut butt (replaced) inlaid with silver wire scrollwork, silver escutcheon, and silver grotesque mask pommel, London proof marks, in lined case. See illustration page 26 £500-700 170. A 60-BORE FLINTLOCK VICTORIAN COPY "DUCK'S FOOT" BOX-LOCK PISTOL, signed H. Nock, London, mid 19th century, 9 l/2in. overall, converted from a single-barrel pistol, with turn-off barrels numbered from '1' to '4' , border engraved breech block, signed engraved action, engraved thumbpiece safety-catch also locking the steel, chequered walnut butt, and iron belt-hook, London proof marks. See illustration page 25 £200-300 171. A 60-BORE FLINTLOCK VICTORIAN COPY "DUCK'S FOOT" BOX-LOCK PISTOL, signed Bass & Co., London, late l 9th century, 8 l /2in. overall, converted from a single-barrel pistol, with turn-off barrels numbered from 'I ' to '4 ', border engraved brass breech block, signed brass action engraved with martial trophies, engraved thumbpiece safety-catch, engraved triggerguard, and figured walnut butt, London proof marks. See illustration page 25 £200-300

172. A 18-BORE TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, the lock signed Wilson, early 19th century, 14 l/2in. overall, with two-stage barrel, signed rounded lock, walnut full stock inlaid with silver wire scrollwork, mounts including white metal trigger-guard and brass spurred pommel (some defects throughout); together with another of 20-bore, 17 l/2in. overall. (2) £50-70 173. A 28-BORE FLINTLOCK PISTOL, by Ryan & Watson, early l 9th century, 11 in. overall, with brass octagonal barrel engraved 'London', silver fore-sight, engraved iron tang and signed flat bevelled lock with roller and stepped tail, walnut full stock (repaired), brass mounts, and associated horn-tipped ramrod, Tower private proof marks. £400-600 174. A 16-BORE FLINTLOCK PISTOL OF SERVICE TYPE, circa 1800, 10 in. overall, with shortened sighted barrel, flat bevelled lock engraved with a crown beneath the pan and with safety-catch and stepped tail, walnut three-quarter stock (cracked in front of lock) with Ordnance obsolete mark, regulation brass mounts, iron lanyard mount, and stirrup ramrod. £600-800 175. A PAIR OF 28-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK PISTOLS, by Bunney, London, circa 1770, 11 1/2in. overall, with three-stage turn-off cannon barrels, one numbered ' 1', signed actions decorated with rococo ornament (each action defective, each missing steel spring, top-jaw and jaw-screw), sliding trigger-guard safety-catches (both defective), flat-sided walnut butts (dented) inlaid with silver wire scrollwork, and silver escutcheons, Tower private proof marks. £300-500 176. A PAIR OF 28-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK TURN-OFF POCKET PISTOLS, by Archer, London, Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1784, 8 3/4in. overall, with three-stage cannon barrels, signed scroll engraved actions (one jaw-screw replaced), engraved sliding trigger-guard safetycatches, figured walnut butts, and silver grotesque mask pommels, London proof marks, silver maker's mark of Charles Freeth. See illustration page 29 £1500-1 800

177. A 60-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOL, signed H. Nock, London, early 19th century, 6 3/4in. overall, with tum-off barrel, signed brass action decorated with martial trophies, engraved sliding thumbpiece safety-catch also locking the steel, engraved trigger-guard, and figured flat-sided walnut butt (iron parts with some pitting), Birmingham proof marks. See illustration page 29 £300-350 178. A RARE EARLY WESTLEY RICHARDS 18-BORE DOUBLE-BARRELLED FLINTLOCK HOWDAH/CARRIAGE PISTOL, circa 1815, 10 l/2in. overall, with twist sighted barrels signed in Gothic script on the rib, patent breeches with platinum touch-holes, shaped tang, signed flat bevelled detented locks each with roller, rainproof pan, safety-catch, stepped tail and traces of original case-hardened finish (one cock replaced), figured walnut three-quarter stock, chequered butt, blued iron mounts including trigger-guard retaining nearly all its original finish, and stirrup ramrod, the underside of the barrels and breeches respectively retaining some original browned and case-hardened finish, Birmingham proof marks. Westley Richards is recorded from 1812 in Birmingham with a London retai l shop opening at 170 New Bond Street in 18 15. The firm is still in business to this present day.

See illustration page 27 £2500-3000 179. A 20-BORE TURKISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL IN THE EUROPEAN MANNER, late 18th century, 15 in. overall, with swamped two-stage barrel with foliate engraved girdle, the breech section with garbled signature and small gold-lined maker's mark, shaped iron tang, rounded foliate engraved lock with same garbled signature as the barrel, moulded walnut full stock carved with foliage in low relief around the barrel tang, foliate engraved brass mounts including spurred pommel and pierced side-plate, and later horn-tipped ramrod (iron parts discoloured). £400-500 180. A .66 FLINTLOCK LIGHT DRAGOON PISTOL, 15 l /2in. overall, with 9 in. barrel, border engraved flat lock, walnut full stock, regulation brass mounts, and brass-capped ramrod (iron parts with some corrosion), London proof marks. See illustration page 28 £200-400

181. TWO 16-BORE CONTINENTAL FLINTLOCK SERVICE PISTOLS, 16 in. overall, with rounded locks, walnut full stocks, brass mounts, and iron lanyard rings (some corrosion and defects throughout) . See illustration page 28 £200-300 182. TWO 16-BORE CONTINENTAL FLINTLOCK SERVICE PISTOLS, 16 in. overall, with rounded locks, walnut full stocks, brass mounts, and iron lanyard rings (some corrosion and defects throughout, one cock missing). See illustration page 28 £200-300 183. A PAIR OF 54-BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOLS, by Perry, London, Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1781 , 7 3/4in. overall, with three-stage tum-off cannon barrels, signed actions (one cock and jaw-screw from the other pistol replaced) chiselled in low relief with martial trophies, flower-heads and foliage all against a stippled ground, steels chiselled with foliage en suite, sliding trigger-guard safetycatches decorated with a further flower-head, figured walnut butts inliad with silver wire scrollwork, dots and flower-heads (minor losses, one butt repaired), silver escutcheons, and silver grotesque mask pommels (iron parts discoloured), Tower private proof marks, silver maker' s mark of Charles Freeth, in wooden box William (2) Perry was a Birmingham gunmaker recorded between 1776 and 1788 who is known to marked his guns 'London'

See illustration page 28 £1400-1800 184. A 16-BORE FLINTLOCK DUELLING PISTOL, by S. Brunn, London, early 19th century, 13 3/4in. overall, with octagonal twist barrel, silver fore-sight, patent breech with gold-lined maker's mark, single platinum line and gold-lined touch-hole, tang incorporating the back-sight and engraved with foliage and a small martial trophy, signed engraved flat bevelled detented lock (mainspring replaced) with roller, rainproof pan and stepped tail, figured walnut full stock (minor dents, small crack in front of lock), chequered butt, engraved iron mounts including trigger-guard with pineapple finial, silver escutcheon engraved with a crest and the initials ' WJ', silver barrel-bolt escutcheons, and original horn-tipped ramrod with worm, London proof marks See illustration page 29 £500-700

185. AN 18-BORE FLINTLOCK DUELLING PISTOL, by J. Probin, Maker to His R.H. The Prince of Wales, early 19th century, 15 in. overall, with rebrowned twist octagonal sighted barrel signed on the top flat, goldlined touch-hole, foliate engraved tang, signed border engraved flat bevelled lock with roller, raised pan, safety-catch and stepped tail, figured walnut full stock (small repair by lock-retaining screw), chequered butt, engaved iron mounts including pineapple finial, set trigger, silver escutcheon, and associated brass-tipped ramrod with worm, London proof marks. See illustration page 29 £500-700

Pl\FIRE 186. AN UNUSUAL BELGIAN DOUBLEBARRELLED 16-BORE LEFAUCHEUX PINFIRE, serial no. 76, 30 l/4in. damascus barrels, permanently attached fore-end with sprung pivoted release catch, lefaucheux patent forward facing rotary underlever, back-action locks, hammers and action deeply carved with stylised acanthus on a matt background, the topstrap gold-inlaid with a shield and initialled 'O S', horn triggerguard with scrolled skeletal semipistogrip, 13 l/2in. stock with cheekpiece, sling swivels and buttplate, weight 6lb. 2oz. See illustration page 30 £200-300 187. A 28-BORE PINFIRE WALKING STICK GUN, with 23 l/2in. tapering barrel retaining some of it's original painted finish, hinged action, and walnut grip, Birmingham proof marks; together with a 28-bore percussion walking stick gun, with 17 in. tum-off barrel retaining some of it's original painted finish, the downcurved action retaining traces of original painted finish, the wooden stock shaped to form a butt, Birmingham proof marks. (2) £200-300

188. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE PINFIRE BAR-IN-WOOD TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 10617, completed in 1865, 30in. damascus barrels, Birmingham black powder proof marks, barrels signed "WESTLEY RICHARDS 170 NEW BOND ST LONDON", single lump, non-rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock, weight 61b. 6oz., in its makers oak and leather case. It comes with paperwork stating that the gun was originally made for Revd. G. Robinson on 3 lst May 1865 and then sold to A.H. Royds. Esq. on l Oth July 1865 and was given to the owner's father (Colonel Royds chauffer for 19 years)in 1938. £500-700

OBSOLETE 189. A FINE AND RARE KOLIBRI 2.7MM SELF-LOADING PISTOL, serial no. 10, 3in. overall, with blued barrel and action, and chequered grips. See illustration page 29 £1000-1500 190. A .41 RIMFIRE REMINGTON VEST POCKET PISTOL, retailed by Jas. Kerr & Co., 54 King William St., E.C., 5 l/2in. overall, with sighted barrel, breech section stamped on the top flat with patent details and engaved on the right side with retailer's details, and walnut grips (iron parts with some pitting and discolouration), London proof marks. £200-250 191. J. MANTON 10-BORE (2 7/8IN) SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, 34in. damascus barrels (loose on action), 2 7/8in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, percussion fences, sidelever, rebounding sidelocks with scroll engraving, 14in. stock (stock and bottom strap broken through and repaired at hand), C. Homer patent fore-end release catch, patent 5938 of 1877, weight 8lb. 2oz. £80-120 192. W. OWEN 10-BORE (2 7/81N) SINGLEBARRELLED TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial no., 34in. black powder damascus barrel, 2 7/8in. chamber, percussion fence, top of standing breech inlaid 'W.OWEN MAKER BIRMINGHAM', rebounding sidelock with ornate hammer, game scene and scroll engraving (worn), 14 l/2in. replacement stock including 2in. wood extension, missing fore-end tip, weight 6lb. l oz. £ 100-150

193. THEO MURCOTT 4-BORE SINGLE BARRELLED ROTARY UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 0089, 4lin. barrel, non-rebounding back-action lock, 15in. figured stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 15lb. 7oz. £500-700 194.No Lot 195. *FUSIL COLOSSE 8-BORE ROTARY UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 14666, 39 3/4in. barrels with raised filed rib, some external pitting, rebounding stepped back-action locks retaining traces of original colour-hardening, elongated top and bottom straps, 14 l/4in. well-figured semipistolgrip stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 14lb. 8oz. 5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price

See illustration page 30 £600-800 196. SMITH & WESSON .44 S&W RUSSIAN DOUBLE-ACTION FIRST MODEL SIXSHOT REVOLVER, serial no. 7163, with blued 4 in. barrel stamped with patent details on the sighting flat, fluted cylinder, blued action, case-hardened hammer and trigger, blued trigger-guard, and chequered walnut grips, the barrel, action and trigger-guard retaining much original blued finish (some areas of scattered pitting to iron parts). £800-1000 197. A DE-ACTIVATED MOSSBERG 12BORE PUMP-ACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. H2361 l l. £100-150 198. A DE-ACTIVATED HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 4778, rebounding back-action locks with border engraving. See illustration page 3 1 £100-150 199. A 41 RIMFIRE COLT 3RD MODEL DERINGER, Sin. overall, signed sighted barrel (blueing worn), brass frame (nickel worn), wooden grips, in a tin box with a quantity of empty cartridge cases. £100-150 200. A 50-BORE SPORTERISED AUSTRIAN WERNDL SYSTEM RIFLE, dated (1)868, serial no. 198, with 27 in. sighted barrel, dated back-action lock, modified military half-stock, and regulation iron mounts (in poor condition). £30-50

201. A 16.2MM PRUSSIAN MODEL 1854 NEEDLE-FIRE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. 7545, Spandau, dated 1860, with 29 in. barrel cut with four grooves, dated action (seized), walnut full stock, regulation mounts including iron butt-plate and brass barrel bands, and sliding bayonet housed under the barrel retained by a sprung catch, black powder proof marks. £80-120 202. HOLLAND & HOLLAND .295 SIDELEVER ROOK RIFLE, serial no. l 0896, 26 in. black powder blued octagonal barrel with matt top flat and sighted to 150 yards, engraved 'Holland & Holland, 98 New Bond St. London. .295. Semi Smooth Bore' and ' Winners of all the 'Field' Rifle Trials' at the breech, case-hardened action, figured 14 3/4in. walnut stock, chequered grip and fore-end, iron mounts including grip-cap retaining some case-hardened finish, and blued iron muzzle-cap/fore-sight protector. £500-700

AIR WEAPONS

203. 'THE WEBLEY SENIOR' AIR PISTOL, plastic grips, No. 1644, in its original cardboard box, (late, green label), good condition. £100-120 204. A CASED .22 WEBLEY SERVICE AIR RIFLE MARK II, serial no. 2968, 41 l/2in. overall, in canvas case with Roper, Son & Co. of Sheffield trade label. See illustration page 31 £200-300 205. AN UNSIGNED CASED .22 COMPRESSED AIR GALLERY PISTOL, no visible serial number, the butt with air supply connection, full-length tube magazine with three chargers and other accessories, case with plaque inscribed 'THE PROPERTY OF J.E.BROWN & P.M. WEST. GUNMAKERS. NOTTS' £30-50 206. WEBLEY .22 'TRACKER' SIDELEVER AIR RIFLE, serial no. 27398, stock cracked. £ 10-20

207. B.S.A .. 177 'THE B.S.A.AIR RIFLE', serial no. B8444; together with a T.J. Harrington & Son (Walton. Surrey) 'The Gat' pistol and Diana SP50 4.5mm pistol. (3) £10-20 208. B.S.A .. 22 LEVER-ACTION AIR RIFLE, mounted with a Hunter telescopic sight, together with a D.R.G.M . .22 'Tell II ' air pistol and a little used Webley Tempest air pistol in a Boyt case with Webley scope; a Gem lever-action 'AAMC LTD' patent shot plug airgun (made in Germany); together with a box containing a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, five tins of .22 air pellets, a powder horn, and various de-activated rounds of military ammunition, a 12-bore cartridge extractor and a bayonet (qty) £80-120 209. A .177 'KING BREECHLOADER SHOT OR DARTS' BREAK ACTION AIR RIFLE BY MARKHAM, together with another .177 similar by Haenel (2) £10-20 210. A 90-BORE AIR RIFLE, by Cartmell, Doncaster, circa 1820, with 31 in. multigroove rifled rebrowned twist two-stage sighted barrel engraved 'Doncaster' and inlaid with two platinum lines on the octagonal breech section, foliate engraved tang, border engraved signed flat bevelled lock engraved with a martial trophy on the tail and with foliage , engraved cocking lever, figured walnut half-stock (repaired in front of lock), chequered grip, engraved iron mounts including trigger-guard with pineapple finial and butt-plate engraved with a martial trophy, set trigger, horn fore-end cap, silver escutcheon, original horn-tipped ebonised ramrod with worm, and brass spherical reservoir; together with an associated stirrup pump with browned twist stem, chequered footplate, and hardwood handles See illustration pages 19 and 32 £1000-1500 211. DIANA .177 'MOD 75' SIDELEVER TARGET AIR RIFLE, serial no. 029987, with fully adjustable stock. £50-70 212. B.S.A .. 22 'AIRSPORTER' UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE. £10-15

ASPREY PLACEFINDERS 213. AN 'ASPREY'S PATENT CARTRIDGE PLACEFINDER' blued cylinder, worn, with gold-plated base, the eight numbered white metal slips in gold-plated sockets, fanning out as the base is turned, the top stamped ' LOADED BY ASPREY SMOKELESS N0.6' 2 3/8in. x 3/4in. See illustration page 30 £800-1200

214. AN 'ASPREY'S PATENT CARTRIDGE PLACEFINDER' Sterling silver cylinder with l 8ct gold base, the eight numbered white metal slips in gold-plated sockets, fanning out as the base is turned, the top stamped 'LOADED BY ASPREY SMOKELESS N0.6' 2 3/8in. x 3/4in. See illustration page 30 £2000-3000 215. AN 'ASPREY'S PATENT CARTRIDGE PLACEFINDER' blued cylinder, worn, with gold-plated base, the eight numbered white metal slips in gold-plated sockets, fanning out as the base is turned, (mechanism good) the top stamped ' LOADED BY ASPREY SMOKELESS N0.6' 2 3/8in. x 3/4in. £800-1200

ACCESSORIES 216. A GOOD 'ELEY SPORTING' AND 'MILITARY' CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BOARD 64.5 X 78.5cms See illustration page 33 £3000-5000 217. SIX HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN FIGURINES - NAPOLEON AND HIS FIVE GENERALS. See illustration page 25 £100-150 218. A NAVAL COPPER SINK SWILL, stamped ' BULLPIT & SONS BIRMINGHAM 1916' £40-60 219. A GERMAN WATERPIPE, the porcelain bowl depicting a stag and a hind in woodland setting, silver plated bowl cover, horn mouth piece (repair to flexible hose) on a wooden stand, together with a damaged copperpowderflask. £80-120

220. A SPANISH LEATHER FLEECE LINED DOUBLE GUNSLIP, in good condition. £70-90 221. BRONZE GROUP OF A COCK PHEASANT, height 35cms. £50-70 222. THREE CARVED PAINTED WOODEN DUCK 'DECOYS', the first a Mallard duck retaining much original paint work (minor wear in places) base, 26 xl5cms; the second an ornamental Mallard drake, retaining almost all original paintwork, cracked at neck, base 14 x 9cms; the third an ornamental Canvasback, some woodworm damage, base 13 x 9cms (3) See illustration page 25 £60-80 223. A SPRATTS PATENT POCKET KNIFE by Joseph Westby, Sheffield, 4 1/4in. overall, with 3 in. single-edged folding knife blade, folding hook incorporating a 14-bore cartridge extractor, folding cork-screw, horn grips, the left grip housing a pair of tweezers, and two-piece white metal thumbguard respectively formed as 16-bore and 12-bore cartridge extractors. £80-120 224. R. CHURCHILL "FLICKER" BOOK NO.XXV. £50-70

225. COMBINED NICKEL-PLATED WHISTLE AND 12-BORE CARTRIDGE EXTRACTOR. £40-60 226. THE "MARWOOD" GAME CARRIER, strung with five twisted cord hangers each with brass suspension ring. £20-30 227. A SKINNING KNIFE by Watson, Old Bond Street, 7 in. overall, with dark horn grips, in brown leather-covered scabbard. £30-50 228. FOUR DRAW TELESCOPE by J. Lizars, Glasgow, Edinburgh, etc, engraved with owner's name 'G.B. Lockhart, Kirkcaldy', brass body with black japanned finish, and integral lens covers, in brown leather carrying case marked ' G.B.L.' on the lid. £150-250 229. R. CHURCHILL "FLICKER" BOOK NO.XXV. £50-70

230. A BRONZE INKWELL OF SPANIEL RETRIEVING A DUCK, the some residual paintwork width 29cm, height 9cm. £20-30 231. A BRASS 10-BORE CAPPER DECAPPER; and a brass pistol ramrod with worm £30-50 232. TWO BONE STRIKER POTS AND ONE WOODEN STRIKER POT, all containing spare strikers (3) £40-60 233. A LARGE PIGSKIN CARTRIDGE BAG, initialled L.P. £35-55 234. 'ELEY'S PEGAMOID BRAND CARTRIDGES Printed by W.H. Smith & Son, on Pegamoid Brand' advertisement 56 x 17.5 cm. £30-50 235. A GOOD BUFFALO-HIDE SINGLE GUNSLIP, 47in. total length. £100-150 236. A SELECTION OF 12-BORE RELOADING TOOLS; comprising an unusual nickel-plated H.F. Greenfields patent capper/de-capper, a Demon bench-clamp turnover tool, a brass-framed bench-clamp turnover/reloading tool and a cartridge extractor, stamped '1920' £60-80 237. A SELECTION OF 20-BORE RELOADING TOOLS; comprising a brass screw-thread capper/de-capper, a G. & J.W. Hawkesley brass bench-clamp turnover tool, a G. & J.W. Hawkesley patent brass reloading tool, wad tamper, 16-bore cartridge sizer, two shot/powder ladles, a ball-mould, and eight brass eley cases (drilled) in 8,10,12, 16,20,24 & 28 bore, a tin of Acom No.1 blanks and a tin of Eley-Kynoch anvils. £80-120 238. TWO GUNMAKERS CATALOGUES, one for W.J. Jeffery & Co. Ltd., the other for W.W. Greener Ltd., both 1950s. £5-10 239. A BLANK-FIRING "WALDEN" SAFETY PISTOL, in it's maker's carton, with an opened tin of No. 1 Blank Cartridges for use with Walden Pistols and Revolvers. £10-20

240. TRANTER PATENT 54-BORE BULLET MOULD for two bullets (iron cutter pitted). £180-220 241. RARE BULLET MOULD FOR A BELTED BALL for use in a Jacob's patent rifled barrel cut with four grooves, marked 'No. 18'. £100-120 242. TWO WILLIAM DAVIS BULLET MOULDS, each for a single ball, marked 'No. 25 ' and 'No. 26' respectively. £40-60 243. A LARGE G. & J.W. HAWKSLEY DRINKS FLASK, the glass body partly covered with black leather, with nickelplated cup and screw-top. £50-70 244. A BRASS CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN CARTRIDGE FORM, the head stamped 'ELEY NOBEI; £150-250 245. TWELVE MID-SECTIONS TO WOODEN CLEANING RODS, missing handles. £30-50 246. NINE MAUSER MAGAZINEBOX/TRIGGER-GUARD ASSEMBLIES (one floor-plate detached, another missing). £40-60 247. AN UNUSUALLY LARGE BIG BORE CLEANING ROD (72in.), together with five further big bore cleaning rods (6) £60-80 248. TWO SIDELOCK ACTIONS IN THE WHITE (incomplete) £50-70 249. TWO BOXLOCK ACTIONS IN THE WHITE,(incomplete) together with a boxlock action in the white for a single barrel. £40-60 250. KARL ZEISS A TELESCOPIC SIGHT, engraved ' John Rigby & Co. 43 Sackville St. London', together with another Karl Zeiss telescopic sight No. 42133, and a Hensoldt Wetzlar, Diasta, 4 x 32 telescopic sight (poor condition) (3) £40-60

251. A LARGE QUANTITY OF BRASS RIFLE CASES, all calibres up to and including .470, weight 26kg £30-50 252. A LARGE QUANTITY OF BUTTPLATES, various sizes, mostly metal; together with a small quantity of barrelbands and magazine floor-plates. £30-50 253. A QUANTITY OF BUTT-PLATES AND HEEL & TOE PLATES, mostly engraved. £30-50 THE FOLLOWING FOUR LOTS HAVE COME FROM THE WORKSHOP OF JOHN WILKES (GUNMAKERS) 79 BEAK STREET, LONDON 254. THE MAJOR PARTS OF SIX LEG VICES. £30-50 255. A BLACKSMITHS ANVIL. £10-15 256. A RIFLE BARREL VICE. £10-15 257. A QUANTITY OF GUNMAKER'S BLACKSMITH TOOLS; consisting principly of various hammers and tongs and a large saw. (qty) £30-50 258. A QUANTITY OF PART-MACHINED GUN STOCKS; two Greener boxlock, one Browning and two Winchester.(5) £40-60 259. A BOGARDUS GLASS BALL TRAP CIRCA 1878. £250-350 260. AN OAK REVOLVER CASE, with rectangular brass escutcheon engraved "SMITH & WESSON Model No. 686 Distinguished Combat Magnum", red velvet interior, retaining key. £30-40 261. 'W.W. GREENER RIFLES GUNS AND CARTRIDGES' ADVERTISMENT BOARD, the embossed image featuring Greener's 'St. George' gun. £200-300 262. 'ELEY CARTRIDGES ALWAYS RELIABLE' ADVERTISMENT BOARD, together with another 'US SHOT-SHELLS CARTRIDGES' on tin. £40-60

263. AN UNUSED WALL-THICKNESS GAUGE, with provision for 12, 16, 20, and 28-Bore barrels. £350-450

274. A SPHELTRE GROUP OF TWO CONTINENTAL SOLDIERS, height 73cms. £200-300

264. A SET OF TWELVE DRINKING CUPS WITH A FLASK, all in the shape of cartridges, in an oak case. £40-60

275. 'K16 GAME' THE U.K. VEHICLE REGISTRATION. THERE IS A 25 TRANSFER FEE PAYABLE ON THIS ITEM. £700-900 276. T.E. WOODS & SONS PORTABLE WALL THICKNESS GAUGE, provision for measuring 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 guages, in its wooden carrying case. £250-350

265. ANOTHER SET OF TWELVE DRINKING CUPS WITH A FLASK, all in the shape of cartridges, in an oak case. £40-60 266. A OAK CASED 12-BORE CLEANING KIT, including snap caps, tumscrews, oil bottle chamber brush, and three piece cleaning rod. £80-120 267. A COMBINED POWDER- AND SHOTMEASURE, with brass body; together with five iron bullet moulds each for a single ball ranging in calibres between 80-bore and 10bore, one with maker's mark of William Davis. (6) £60-80 268. A BRASS SYKES PERCUSSION CAP DISPENSER. £50-70 269. A J. DIXON PATENT LEATHER CUTTING TOOL, circa 1884. £100-150 270. TWO HORN BEAKERS, one with silver plaque engraved with the initials ' JA'. £40-60 271. THREE CARTRIDGE EXTRACTORS, one 16-bore by Hawksley, two 12-bore including one by Dixon; together with an Eley percussion cap tin; a brass 12-bore cartridge sizer; an oil bottle; and a brass jag. (7) £80-120 272. A 12-BORE PATENT RE-LOADING TOOL, comprising capper, de-capper and wad-tamper; together with a 16-bore brass de-Capper with blued steel base; and a wadtamper. (3) £80-120

277. A FULL LENGTH WELL-FIGURED TURKISH WALNUT RIFLE STOCK BLANK (length 110.5 ems), together with two well-figured Turkish walnut stock blanks (3). £500-700 278. A LEATHER CARRYING CASE FOR A TELESCOPE, of brown leather with fleece lining. This appears to be virtually unused. £40-60 279. A BRADY CANVAS GAME BAG. £5-10 280. TWO MUSKET BARRELS, one 46 in. and of 8-bore, the other 40 l /2in. and of 12-bore (each with surface corrosion). £5-10 281. A SILVER RIFLE SHOOTING TROPHY, Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1912, 4 l/4in. high, comprising a bowl supported by three Long Lee rifles on a small circular base. £80-120 282. 'THE STANLEY BAG' A 20-BORE PIGSKIN CARTRIDGE BAG, (would restore well), together with a canvas cartridge bag with interior compartments (2) £30-50 283. A WHITE METAL JEFFERY'S PATENT SIGHT-ELEVATOR, no. 1326, marked ' W.J. Jeffery & Co., Gun & Rifle Makers, 60 Queen Victoria St., London, E.C. ' £50-70

273. A QUANTITY OF GUNMAKERS TOOLS, comprising punches, files, reaming bits, and other assorted items (qty) £100-200

284. A NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION CENTENARY (1860-1960) CHINA TANKARD, with raised badge on one side and a transfer depicting Queen Victoria firing the open shot at Wimbledon, July 2nd 1860 on the other (rim with small chip and repair). £15-20 285. AN A. WOOD HUNTING KNIFE, 6 3/4in. overall, single-edged blade, wooden grips, in original leather scabbard. £40-60 286. A W.W. GREENER 16-BORE BRASS CARTRIDGE CIGARETTE LIGHTER. See illustration page 30 £70-90 287. A QUANTITY OF FRENCH 4-BORE PRIMED PAPER CASES, together with a quantity of French 10-Bore primed paper cases. £25-30 288. A QUANTITY OF AMERCIAN SHOOTING MAGAZINES FROM THE 1930'S AND EARLIER. £10-20 289. TEN TWO PIECE WOODEN CLEANING RODS. £100-120 290. A GROUP OF PURDEY RE-LOADING TOOLS. turnover tool, rammer and base block stamped "Purdey" together with a shot and powder loader. £200-250 291. SIXTEEN ASSORTED BULLET MOULDS, various calibres. £20-40

GUNCASES

292. A BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, missing straps and handle, the damaged lid inscribed "J. FAUCHIER-MAGNAN", overall the leather in poor condition. £50-70

293. A WILLIAM POWELL & SON BRASSCORNERED LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 28in. barrels (would adapt to 30in. ), replacement straps retaining handle, the lid initailled A.J.L. £150-200

300. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - A GOOD LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE, with provision for 30in. barrels, maroon baize interior, leather reinforced corners, retaining straps, handle, and canvas outer, the lid intialled J B v E £300-500

308. THOMAS CLOUGH & SON (52, HIGH STREET KING'S LYNN) CANVAS SINGLE GUNCASE, fitted for 30in. barrels; together with a Charles Lancaster canvas single guncase (damaged), fitted for 30in. barrels, for gun no. 02018 (2). £40-60

294. A VIRTUALLY NEW AND UNUSED BRASS-CORNERED LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, fitted for 291/2in. barrels. £100-150

301. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - A LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining straps and keys, handle broken, the lid initialled J.H.Mc.N, and vacant circular brass escutcheon, for gun No. 26897. £100-150

309. A BRADY CANVAS SINGLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining straps and handle. £50-70

295. W. & C. SCOTT -A LEATHER VIOLIN SINGLE GUNCASE, with purple velvet interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining handle; together with a wooden guncase the lid inscribed MAJ. (RETRD) F.N. CHEESE, blue baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels; a leather leg of mutton case, handle broken,a vinyl leg of mutton case and two brass-cornered vinyl guncases; (6) £70-90 296. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - A NEW AND UNUSED LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, provision for 26in. barrels, maroon baize interior, leather reinforced corners, retaining straps, handle and two keys. £350-400 297. JOHN DICKSON & SON -A GOOD BRASS-CORNERED LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, provision for 28in. barrels, red baize interior with leather trim, retaining straps, replacement handle, in good overall condition. £400-500 298. JOHN BLANCH & SON - A BRASSCORNERED LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 29in. barrels, retaining strap (inside), handle, and key, the lid initialled R.C.L. £100-150 299. CHARLES INGRAM - A BRASSCORNERED LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, red baize interior distressed, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining strap and handle (damaged), poor condition overall. £40-60

302. JAMES PURDEY & SONS - A LEATHER SINGLE OVER AND UNDER MOTOR CASE, with maroon baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, leather reinforced corners, retaining straps and handle, the lid initialled G. S., for gun No. 2741. £150-250 303. ALEXANDER MARTIN -A GOOD BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER SINGLE HAMMERGUN CASE, with red baize interior, provision for 28in. barrels, retaining strap and handle, the lid initialled "J.J.I.H." £200-300 304. A MAHOGANY PERCUSSION GUNCASE, retaining red velvet lining, missing compartments and lock, one outside corner some damage, the lid with vacant recatangular escutcheon. £80-120 305. A BRASS-CORNERED CANVAS & LEATHER FULL-LENGTH RIFLE CASE, with Rigby trade label. £80-120 306. BOSS & CO. - A GOOD BRASSCORNERED OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, with maroon baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, the lid uninitialled, retaining canvas outer inscribed "J.H. SPENNER", missing main outer straps, retaining handle, in good overall condition. £300-500 307. STEPHEN GRANT & SONS - A BRASSCORNERED OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, with maroon baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining strap and handle. £300-500

310. RUSSELL HILLSDON - A CANVAS SINGLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining straps and handle, the lid initialled, J.C.M. in good overall condition. £80-120

311. A BRASS-CORNERED LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, with John Dickson & Son trade label faded red baize interior, provision for 28in. barrels (would adapt to 30in.), retaining straps and handle. £60-80 312. SEVEN ASSORTED GUNCASES, various conditions, three with labels: one Morrow & Co., one Cogswell & Harrison, and one Pollard (7) £30-50 313. F. BREBNER (92 & 93 BONDGATE, DARLINGTON) BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER PERCUSSION GUNCASE, fitted for 30in. barrels, lid embossed 'CAPTN DAVISON HARDWICKE HALI.: £80-120 314. A MAHOGANY GUNCASE, fitted for a double-barrelled percussion gun, re-lined in green baize, the exterior of the lid with brass escutcheon and flush-fitting carrying-handle. £50-70 315. A GOOD QUALITY LEATHER LEGOF-MUTTON CASE, with its strap and carrying handle. £80-120

316. A BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, interior relined in blue baize, replacement straps and handle, one replacement brass corner, the lid initialled R.H-S. £100-150 317. A G. COSTER LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, with green baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, retaining straps and handle, the lid (damaged) inscribed R.A.C., together with two Brady canvas gunslips. £40-60 318. A BRASS-CORNERED LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE, provision for 28in. barrels, red baize interior (some damage), retaining straps and handle, the lid inscribed MARQUIS DU VIVIER, lock defective. £40-60 319. AN OAK GUNCASE, lid cracked and missing brass escutcheon, interior fitting not as a guncase. £30-50 320. BOSS & CO. -A GOOD BRASSCORNERED OAK AND LEATHER SINGLE GUNCASE, with red baize interior, provision for 29in. barrels (would adapt to 30in. ), retaining handle, key, and a pair of makers snap caps, the lid initialled G.C.D., overall in good condition. £250-350

320a JAMES WOODWARD & SONS - A CANVAS DOUBLE GUNCASE, with green baize interior, provision for 30in. barrels, leather reinforced corners, retaining straps and handle, the lid marked 'W.H. Stirling' £200300

CARTRIDGE MAGAZINES

321. ARMY & NAVY LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, blue and white striped interior, retaining straps, handle, dividers and lifters, lock defective, the lid initialled F.B.S. £200-300 322. A LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, green canvas interior, leather reinforced corners, retaining strap, size 500. £50-70 323. A BRASS-CORNERED LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, white canvas interior, retaining dividers, lifters, strap and handle, for approx. 250 cartridges. £100-200 324. JAMES PURDEY & SONS -A GOOD BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, red baize interior, retaining straps, handle, oak dividers, and leather lifters, the lid initialled G.G.F., in good overall condition, size 250. £400-600

325. A LARGE LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, with green baize interior, retaining strap, handle, dividers, and leather lifters, the lid intialled E.R.I., size 500. £350-450 326. A GOOD BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, lid with red baize interior and spurious Purdey trade label, retaining oak dividers, leather lifters, straps and handle, the lid initialled ' D.D.O' in excellent overall condition. £300-500 327. A FINE LARGE COGSWELL & HARRISON BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, red baize interior in lid, retaining oak partitions, handle, replacement straps, the lid initialled V.G.S., in excellent overall condition. £500-700 328. W.W. GREENER - A GOOD BRASSCORNERED LEATHER RIFLE AMMUNITION MAGAZINE, with red baize interior and green canvas lining in good condition, retaining handle, missing straps and single partition, the lid uninitialled, in good overall condition £200-300 329. W.W. GREENER- A BRASSCORNERED LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE, with green lining, retaining leather lifters, handle, and two dividers, the lid initialled A.G.L.S., size 300. £100-200

AFTERNOON SALE AT 2.30 PM LOTS 330-820 THE FOLLOWING LOTS 330-446 (INCLUSIVE) WILL REQUIRE THE BUYER TO PRODUCE A RELEVANT BRITISH FIREARMS CERTIFICATE OR REGISTERED DEALER LICENCE BEFORE THESE WEAPONS MAY BE RELEASED '

RIFLES

330. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - THE STOCK AND ACTION ONLY OF A .375 CALIBRE 'ROYAL HAMMERLESS' SIDELOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, serial no. 17700, missing barrels and fore-end, treblegrip action with automatic, bolted top safety, enlongated top-strap mounted with a flip-up adjustable peep sight, matt gold tumbler pivots inlaid with rose-gold indicators, removeable striker discs with gold-washed strikers, gold-washed kickers, sliding bolt, triggers, pins and internal lockwork, best bold scroll engraving on a matt background, retaining some original colour-hardening and finish, 14in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with engraved and colour-hardened pistolgrip-cap (with trap), cheekpiece, slingswivels and 3/4in. rubber recoil pad .The maker's have kindly confirmed that the rifle was completed on 26th July 1901 See illustration page 32 £3000-5000 331. HOLLAND & HOLLAND .240 APEX BOLT-MAGAZINE TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 1567, 23 in. nitro barrel sighted to 350 yards, adjustable magnifying cocking-piece sight, 14 5/8in. figured walnut half-stock, silver escutcheon, sling eyes, and case-hardened pistolgrip-cap with trap containing spare fore-sight and lens for the cocking-piece sight, with Carl Zeiss Zielvier telescopic sight serial numbered to the rifle in brown leather carrying case. The rifle in its makers leather-bound canvas case. £3200-3600 332. KRICO 5.6X57 (RWS) BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 13981 , 23 l/2in. nitro barrel, the receiver mounted with scope rings, 14in. figured stock including ventilated pad. £100-150 333. CZ .416 RIGBY '550 MAGNUM' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 08255, 25 in. nitro barrel, 14 l/4in. figured walnut stock inc. 1 in. recoil pad. £300-500

334. ZASTAVA (CZ) .300 MAG. BOLTMAGAZINE STUTZEN SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 19998, 20 in nitro barrel, 14 in. walnut stock inc. 1 in. recoil pad. £200-300 335. PARKER-HALE .243 BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. S-00913, 24in. nitro barrel, Parker-Hale scope bases, 13 3/4in. stock including ventilated pad. £100-150 336. FABRIQUE NATIONALE .22 PUMPACTION TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 125915, 21 7/8in. nitro barrel, action mounted with a telescopic sight. £30-50 337. HUSQVARNA 30-06 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE,mounted with a Zeiss 6x42 telescopic sight, serial no. 229238A, £200-300 338. FRANKONIA .308W STUTZEN BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 014012. £200-300 339. B.S.A..22 'SUPERSPORT-FIVE'BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. T3 l 74SA, with Weaver telescopic sight. £10-15 340. ITALIAN MADE .36CAL BLACK POWDER SIX-SHOT REMINGTON PERCUSSION REVOLVER, serial no. 050758. £20-30 341. BRNO .22 'MOD 1' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 88805, 23in. nitro barrel with open sights, with provision for a sound moderator, receiver mounted with a Viking 2.5x32 telescopic sight, 13 1/2in. pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. 4oz. £20-30 342. B.S.A 22LR SUPERSPORTS-5 SPORTING RIFLE, serial no.T6413SB, mounted with a Kassnar scope together with a .22 Stevens 'Model 80' sporting rifle, serial no.C335760 and a Marlin .22 'Model 60' sporting rifle, serial no.13389232 (3) £60-80

343. B.S.A .22 SUPERSPORT-FIVE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no.T3023SB, together with a B.S.A. .22 rifle , serial no.KD58876 and a Squires Bigham 'Mod. 20' .22 rifle, serial no.747296 and a Winchester 'Mod. 290' .22 sporting rifle, serial no.Bll95956 (4) £80-120 344. FABARM 12- BORE 8-SHOT PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN, serial no.213099, 24 3/4in. nitro barrel, £60-80 345. SHIN SUNG IND. CO 6.5MM 'CAREER II 707' PRECHARGED AIR RIFLE, no visible serial no., double chamber, underlever cocking; together with an Anschutz .22 'Modell Match 64' target rifle, serial no. 893407 (2) £30-50 346. ANSCHUTZ .22 'MODELL 520' SELFLOADING SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 013220, 21 l /2in. nitro barrel. £30-50 347. HOLLAND & HOLLAND .22 CONVERTED HAMMERLESS ROOK RIFLE, serial no. 21352, 26in. octagonal nitro barrel, Parkerifled from a semi-smooth bore rook calibre, with matt sight-rib and open sights, the breech end mounted with a Karl Zeiss 'Zeilklein' telescopic sight in quick-detachable mounts, automatic safety, detachable striker disc, beaded border and best bold scroll engraving, retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 15in. figured pistolgrip-stock with engraved and colour-hardened pistolgrip-cap, cheekpiece and steel buttplate (retaining much original blueing), the hand mounted with an adjustable peepsight, weight 6lb. 4oz. (including scope), in its leather case (some restoration) See illustration page 34 £1000-1500 348. PARKER-HALE 7.62MM 'MODEL T4' BOLT-MAGAZINE TARGET RIFLE, serial no. 440, 25 l/2in. nitro barrel, ParkerHale back-sight, 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock. £40-60 349. B.S.A..22 'MARTINI-INTERNATIONAIJ TARGET RIFLE, serial no. FG2866, 26 in. nitro barrel, Parker-Hale back-sight, 13 3/4in. stock. £30-50

350. AN UNUSUAL CARL SALVATOR 'SYSTEM ERZHERZOG' .22 CONVERTED SIDELEVER FALLINGBLOCK TAKE-DOWN STUTZEN SPORTING RIFLE BY I.G. KREBS (IN WIEN), serial no. 60, 20 l/4in. heavy octagonal barrel with open-sights, the hand mounted with a flip-up peepsight, Parkerifled to .22cal, the breech mounted with a telescopic sight, fore-end with antler tip, twin forward facing lefaucheux-type underlevers (one to release the barrel and the other to remove the firing mechanism), sidelever, set-triggers, underlever inscribed 'Offen' and 'Zee' border engraved action (and internal lock mechanism) retaining much original colour-hardening, 13 3/4in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, sling swivels and engraved steel buttplate (with ammunition trap), the cheekpiece inlaid with a white metal mountain goat, weight 1Olb. 2oz. See illustration page 35 £500-700 351. STAHL & BERGER (HAMBURG) .22 HORNET CONVERTED 'BURGER MEISTER' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR STUTZEN SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 13706, 21 l/2in. nitro proved octagonal to round barrel with matt sight rib and open sights, parkerifled from 5,4mm, scrollbacked action with crossbolt extension, intercepting sear, manual side safety, set triggers, horn triggerguard, fine border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /4in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, sling eyes and 1in. horn extension and buttplate, weight 6lb. 4oz. See illustration page 35 £250-350 352. AN UNUSUAL RIGBY BANKS PATENT •22 CONVERTED FALLING-BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY JOHN RIGBY & CO., serial no. 16512, parkerifled from .303 ea!., 26 l /8in. round nitro barrel with open sights, the breech-end with Parker Hale scope rails, push-forward underlever, manual sidelever safety, border engraved action retaining much original finish, the hand mounted with an adjustable peepsight, 13 3/4in. figured pistolgrip stock with horn pistolgrip-cap, sling-eyes and 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, replacement fore-end, weight 7lb. 15oz. See illustration page 36 £200-300

353. ROBERT HUBNER (DARMSTADT) 12BORE I 7X57 'KREIGHOFF DRILLING NEPTUN-PRIMUS' SIDELOCK EJECTOR DRILLING, serial no. 15573, 23 5/8in. nitro barrels, shot barrels with 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, treble-grip bolstered action with side-clips, cocking-indicators, manual side safety, toplever with additional underlever to operate the rifle barrel and flip up leaf sight, detachable triggerplate, horn triggerguard, action and lockplates deeply carved with scenes of deer at leisure in wooded landscapes amid bold foliate scrollwork, toplever relief engraved 'PB' 14in. wellfigured pistolgrip stock with ebonite pistolgrip-cap (cracked), cheekpiece, sling swivels and buttplate, weight . The gun was completed in December 1934 See illustration page 37 £400-600 354. WINCHESTER .22 AUTO 'MODEL 1903' SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 16251for1905, 20 l/2in. blued sighted barrel, blued action, 13 l/4in. walnut stock, and leather sling, retaining much original blued finish. £80-120 355. WINCHESTER .220 SWIFT 'MODEL 54' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, 26in. nitro barrel, 13 l/4in. walnut stock. £50-70 356. REMINGTON .22 'SPEEDMASTER MODEL 552' SELF-LOADING RIFLE, serial no. 1741042, 23 l/4in. nitro barrel; together with a Marlin .22 ' Model 49DI: self-loading rifle, serial no. 71545673, 21 in. nitro barrel. (2) £30-50 357. TIKKA .222 REM. 'M55' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 550-192407, 22 in. nitro barrel threaded for a sound moderator, 14 in. pistolgrip stock. £180-220 358. MOSSBERG 12-BORE 5-SHOT PUMPACTION SHOTGUN,serial no. H579210 £50-70 359. B.S.A..22 PUMP-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, SERIAL NO. 3242, 21 l/2in. nitro barrel with open sights, provision for a sound moderator, receiver mounted with an Oigee 'Gnomet' telescopic sight, hand mounted with an adjustable peepsight. £60-80

360. B.S.A..303 'LEE-SPEED' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 47388, 24 5/8in. nitro barrel with open sights, partially scroll-engraved, horn foreend tip, hand cut for an adjustable peepsight (missing), 16 l /2in. pistolgrip stock including 2 l/4in. wood extension with steel buttplate, weight 71b.5oz. £80-120 361. B.S.A..22LR MARTINI-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, serial no.37078, retaining most of its original finish. £30-50 362. BROWNING FN 12-BORE SEMIAUTOMATIC SHOTGUN, serial no.6129797, together with another serial no.441699 (2) £100-150 363. PARKER-HALE .577 REPRODUCTION 2-BAND PERCUSSION ENFIELD RIFLE, serial no.2258; together with a Parker Hale 16-bore reproduction 2-band musket, 24in black powder proof barrel, no visible serial number (2) £150-200 364. P.BERETTA 12-BORE 'MOD 303' SEMIAUTO 5-SHOT SHOTGUN, serial no. M050 l 9E, together with a similar lot, serial no. M06906E and a Benelli Armi Italian 5Shot semi-auto Shotgun, serial no. 238497. (3) £100-200 365. LEE-ENFIELD .303 NO. 4 BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. S31523, 22in. nitro barrel. £50-70 366. FINE WINCHESTER .22 LR 'MODEL 1885' LOW WALL RIFLE, serial no. 102421 for 1912/13, 24 in. blued nitro barrel, blued action with folding Parker-Hale tang sight, casehardened falling-block, hammer, and underlever, figured 13 l/4in. walnut stock. £600-800 367. FINE SAVAGE .22 SAVAGE HIGHPOWER 'MODEL 1899' TAKE-DOWN LEVER-ACTION REPEATING RIFLE, serial no. 156305, retailed by J. Graham & Co., 27 Union Street, Inverness, 20 in. blued nitro barrel, blued action, case-hardened lever, figured 13 l/4in. walnut stock, in retailer's take-down canvas and leather case. £1000-1200

368. LEE ENFIELD .303 N0.1 * BOLTMAGAZINE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. 53984, Sparkbrook 1899, 29 l/2in. nitro barrel retaining some original blued finish, 12 3/4in. three-quarter stock. £500-700 369. RENATO GAMBA 9.3 X 74R SINGLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR RIFLE, serial no. 25223, 23 7/8in. nitro mono bloc barrels, gold line at the breech, matt sight rib with open sights, ramp-mounted bead foresight, manual safety, hold-open toplever, best border and scroll engraving, the underside engraved with a stag, brushed finish overall, 14 l/2in. figured pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, sling swivels and l /2in. rubber recoil pad, weight 8lb. 4oz. £1000-1500 370. SPANISH .44 FLINTLOCK PISTOL, serial no. 55638, Spanish black powder proof marks, 10 in. rifled barrel. £20-30 371. WINCHESTER .303 P14 BOLTMAGAZINE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. Wl82713, 25 l/2in. barrel, 13 3/4in. stock inc. 1 l/4in. extension, fitted with ParkerHale 5B target sight and Parker-Hale frontand back-sight protectors. £50-70 372. SAKO .270 'MOD L61R' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 75058, 24 l /2in. nitro barrel with open sights, receiver mounted with K. Kahles Belia Super 39L2 telescopic sight, hinged floorplate, recoil block, 14in. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, monte carlo comb, sling swivels and 7/8in. ventilated rubber recoil pad, weight 9lb. l loz. £80-120 373. E. KETTNER 7X64 MAUSER BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. V-10220, 23 l/2in. nitro barrel, set triggers, mounted with a Tasco 3-9x40 telescopic sight, 14 3/4in. stock; together with Stiga cleaning kit and fourteen rounds of 7x64mm ammunition. £100-200 374. WINCHESTER .375 H&H MAGNUM 'MODEL 70' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 193326, 22in. nitro barrel with open sights, hinged floorplate, 13in. pistolgrip stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 8lb. £300-500

375. MAUSER 98ACTION, serial no. 39371, marked 'Waffenfabrik Mauser A-G. Obemdorf A/N' and dated ' 1911 ' on the receiver (bolt handle loose). £50-70 376. .270 SAKO BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RFILE, serial no. 34684. £30-50 377. B.S.A. 1907 PATENT .22 BOLT-ACTION TRAINING RIFLE, serial no. 17461, 23 7/8in. black powder only barrel with iron sights, three-quarter pistolgrip stock with brass buttplate (with oil-bottle trap); together with a .22 Fabrique Nationale bolt-action rifle, serial no. 78915 and a Fabrique Nationale .22 take-down pump action rifle, serial no. 134883 (3) £70-90 378. SAKO .270 BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. MS 111 S, 21 7/8in. nitro barrel with open sights, hinged floorplate, 14in. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, sling-eyes and rubber recoil pad, weight 7lb. £50-70 379. STEVENS 12-BORE (3IN) 5-SHOT PUMP-ACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. E7088 l 6, 28in. nitro barrel. £40-60 380. FIVE .22 RIFLES, comprising a Gevarm .22 semi-auto, no visible serial number; a Voere Kufstein .22 semi-auto (missing magazine), serial no. 107881 ; a CBC .22 semi-auto, serial no. I 06871; Winchester .22 semi-auto, serial no. R408219 and a Remington .22 semi-auto, serial no. 89158. £50-70 381. FIVE .22 RIFLES; comprising a B.S.A. Sportsman-five .22 bolt magazine rifle, serial no. KD62886; a B.S.A .. 22 Sportsman fifteen bolt-action rifle, serial no. LE43043; a Marlin Model 990 .22 semi-auto, serial no. 19419057; a Glenfield .22 semi-auto, serial no. 69265360 and a Winchester .22 underlever, serial no. Bl275130 (5) £25-35 382. LEE ENFIELD .303 N0.4 MKI BOLTMAGAZINE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. W167677. £100-150

383. ITALIAN MADE (BERETTA) .22 SEMIAUTO RIFLE, serial no. 23589,circa 1957. £60-80 384. REGULATED BY J. RIGBY & CO. LONDON .458 MAG BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE BY PARKER HALE, serial no. l 9482H, 23 7/8in. nitro barrel with open sights, hinged floorplate, recoil block, 14 l/4in. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, monte carlo comb, sling swivels and lin. ventilated rubber recoil pad, weight 9lb. 7oz. The rifle appears to be very little used. £200-300 385. WALTHER .22LR 'MOD KKJ' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 43898, 22 l/4in. nitro barrel with open sights, receiver mounted with a Walther 4x32 telescopic sight, 14in. adjustable pistolgrip stock (comb height can be raised) with cheekpiece, sling swivels and buttplate, weight 7lb. £80-120 386. MIDLAND GUN CO. .22 HORNET SINGLE-BARRELLED HAMMERLESS ROOK RIFLE, serial no. 2868, 25 l/2in. octagonal sleeved nitro barrel with open sights, the breech-end mounted with a Burris 3x-9x telescopic sight, sliding trigger safety catch, cocking-indicator, scoop-back action with bold border and scroll engraving, retaining some original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 6lb. 4oz. £700-900 387. MAUSER .243 WIN 'MOD 66' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 022029, 23 5/8in. nitro barrel with open sights, receiver mounted with a Challenger USA 4power C4W telescopic sight, set triggers, 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, monte carlo comb, sling swivels and buttplate, weight 8lb. 6oz. £250-350 388. AGNEW & SONS (COLCHESTER) .22 HORNET MARTINI-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 25839, 26 5/8in. sleeved nitro barrel with matt sight rib and open sights, the breech-end with a Parker Hale scope rail, border engraved action with crossed pennants, 14 3/4in. wellfigured semi-pistolgrip stock with sling eyes and buttplate, weight 6lb. 4oz. £150-250

389. SAKO .264 WIN MAG 'MOD L61R' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 37555, 24 l/4in. nitro barrel with open sights, hinged floorplate, recoil block, 13 7/Sin. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, monte carlo comb, sling swivels and 7/Sin. ventilated rubber recoil pad, weight 7lb. !Ooz. £200-300 390. WINCHESTER .22 HORNET 'MODEL 54' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 42620A, 23 7/Sin. nitro barrel. £100-150 391. MARLIN 12-BORE (3IN MAGNUM) 'THE ORIGINAL GOOSE GUN' BOLTMAGAZINE SHOTGUN, serial no. 22712176, 36in. nitro barrel, detachable magazine. £15-20 392. J. COSTER DOUBLE-BARRELLED ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMER RIFLE, serial no. 49, 29in. barrels (smooth bored) with matt sight-rib and engraved leaf sights for 140 and 200 yards, rib engraved 'J. COSTER. l S FREDERICK STREET. EDINBURGH' , Jones patent rotaryunderlever, carved percussion fences, nonrebounding bolted back-action locks, fine scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /2in. replacement pistolgrip stock with engraved pistolgrip-cap (with trap), cheekpiece, sling eyes and 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. 5oz., in its brass-cornered oak and leather case (some damage, missing straps and handle). Sold with a proof exemption certificate See illustration page 3S £SOO-l200 393. BELGIAN .22 'HPS PATENT' SINGLESHOT SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. D66, l 9in. black powder barrel. £5-10 394. REPLICA ARMS CO ..38CAL 'PLAINSMAN' REPRODUCTION KENTUCKY RIFLE, serial no. 490, 37in. black powder barrel, with bullet mould. £20-30

395. AN UNUSUAL .600 (3IN) NITRO EXPRESS DOUBLE-BARRELLED BOXLOCK EJECTOR RIFLE BY ROBERT SCUHLER (COLN), serial no. 24939, 26 l /2in. Krupp-steel nitro chopperlump barrels with matt sight-rib, open sights and ramp-mounted blade foresight, scroll-back treble-grip action with heavy side-bolsters, carved fences, manual safety, articulated front trigger, fine border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/Sin. highly-figured semi-pistolgrip stock with ornate chequering, sling swivels and 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, sculpted fore-end with Deeley and Edge patent release, weight 131b. l loz., in a brass-cornered leather case with Charles Hellis trade label See illustration page 39 £6000-8000 396. STEVENS 12-BORE 'MODEL 58' BOLTMAGAZINE SHOTGUN, n.v.s.n., 25in. nitro barrel, detachable magazine. £5-10 397. ERMA-ERFURT (llN) FLARE PISTOL, serial no. 77S2d, dated 1940. £ 15-20 398. B.S.A• .270 'MAJESTIC' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. SE6 l S, 22in. nitro barrel, mounted with Pecar 4xSl Light telescopic sight, 14in. stock inc. ventilated pad. £100-150 399. ROGUE RIFLE CO .. 22 'CHIPMUNK' MINIATURE BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 5S231, 16 l/8in. nitro barrel, laminate stock, in its nylon holdall with 100 rounds .22 ammunition and a Chipmunk Rifle cloth badge. £200-300 400. FRANCHI 12-BORE 'S.P.A.S. 12' NINESHOT SELF-LOADING SHOTGUN, serial no. AA05472, 25 in. nitro barrel, 13 l/4in. butt. £1S0-220 401. B.S.A .. 270 BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. SP4350, 23in. nitro barrel, 14in. stock inc. ventilated pad. £50-70 402. VALMET .22 SINGLE-SHOT BOLTACTION TARGET RIFLE, serial no. 12811, 26 l/2in. nitro barrel, 13in. stock. £30-50

403. VOERE .22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 205505 , 21 l/4in. nitro barrel; together with an Erma .22 'Mod. E Ml' self-loading rifle, l S in. nitro barrel. (2) £40-60 404. STEVENS 12-BORE 'MOD 79' PUMPACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. D374257; together with a Franchi 20-bore semi-auto shotgun, serial no. C54637 and a Remington 12-bore 'Mod 1100' semi-auto, serial no. M27 l l 85B (3) £70-90 405. AN EARLY FABRIQUE NATIONALE 12BORE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 4191 , rebuit by A.G. Parker and Co. (Birmingham), skeletal triggerguard, cutaway frame. £S0-120 406. WINCHESTER .22 'MOD 1903' SEMIAUTO RIFLE, serial no. 109796; together with a Browning .22 take down semi-auto rifle, serial no. 74494 (2) £30-50 407. P. POWELL 16-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1OS6, 23 3/4in. damascus black powder only barrel, signed 'Peter Powell. Maker. Tonbridge', nonrebounding sidelock, engraved with scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l /4in. highly-figured stock, weight 4lb. lOoz.; together with a Belgian single-barrelled sidelever folding .410 hammergun, no visible serial number (2) £50-70 408. STEYR MANNLICHER 7MM REM MAG BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 11 7132, 25 l /2in. nitro barrel with open sights, detachable rotary box magazine, 14 3/4in. pistolgrip stock with comb insert and l/2in. rubber recoil pad, magazine surround with repaired crack, weight Sib. Soz. £150-250 409. NIKKO 12-BORE 'M-1000' 5-SHOT SEMI AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 125739, 28in. nitro barrels. £50-70 410. ITALIAN 12-BORE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 6S50S3, 2Sin. nitro barrel including quick-choke. £30-50

411. STEVENS .22/.410 OVER AND UNDER COMBINATION HAMMER RIFLE/GUN, no visible serial no., 24in. nitro barrels, 3in. shot chamber, selective single trigger, action patent no. 2259397, plain action retaining much original colourhardening, 14in. plastic pistolgrip stock, weight 6lb. 2oz.; together with a Carrera & Astelerra .22 I 20-bore over and under combination hammer rifle I gun, serial no. 14439, 24in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. shot chamber, retaining much original finish (2) £40-60 412. MARLIN .22 'MODEL 781 ' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 1366190, 22in. nitro ' micro-groove' barrel, provision for a sound moderator, full length tubular magazine, 13 l/2in. pistolgrip stock with monte carlo comb and buttplate, weight 6lb.; together with a Cooey .22 'Mod 60' bolt-magazine sporting rifle, serial no. 3255, 24in. nitro barrel, tubular magazine, mounted with a Weaver B6 telescopic sight. £60-80 413. PARKER-HALE .577 2-BAND ENFIELD PERCUSSION REPRODUCTION CARBINE, serial no.8251. £150-200 414. MAUSER 8MM 'KAR 98' BOLTMAGAZINE SERVICE CARBINE, serial no. 5998, 23 J/2in. nitro barrel, the receiver marked 'Erfurt 1916', with leather sling. £150-200 415. MAUSER .22 'MODEL 410B' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 218925, 23 l /2in. nitro barrel, 14in. walnut stock. £150-200 416. B.S.A..22 HORNET 'HUNTER' BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 18953, 23 l /2in. nitro barrel, 14in. stock. £100-150 417. GEORGE GIBBS 12-BORE 'BALL & SHOT' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR RIFLE, serial no. B48 l l, 28in. nitro barrels with matt sight rib and leaf sights for 100 and 50 yards, missing foresight, rib engraved '"BALL & SHOT"', tubes engraved 'GEORGE GIBBS, 39. CORN STREET, BRISTOL. & 35. SAVILLE ROW. LONDON.W.' six-groove shallow rifling, treble-grip action with intercepting sears, beaded fences and scroll engraving, retaining some colour-hardening and finish, 14 3/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 2oz., in a canvas case. See illustration page 34 £ 1000-1500

418. A RARE SPENCER ARMS C0.12-BORE REPEATING SHOTGUN, serial no.3349 30in. nitro reproved bold damascus barrel,engraved'SPENCER ARMS CO WINDSOR CT. USA PAT.APR 1882' ,2 l/2in. chamber, bored approx.3/4 choke Spencer & Roper patent action, US patent no. 255,894 I UK patent no. 1636 of 1882,with pivoted breech block,tubular magazine with exterior sliding handle which operates loading and ejecting cartridges and cocks the hammer, the triggerguard housing a secondary reversed trigger which also cocks the hammer, 14 l/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock including 1in. rubber recoil, weight 8lb. The Spencer Repeating Shotgun is credited with being the first patented pump-action repeating firearm. A batch of 70 were imported by Charles Lancaster in the white and retailed by them fairly early on in the production run. Rigby's are also known to have imported them and due to this gun not carrying a Lancaster serial number it is likely to be one of the latter imports. Despite being wellreceived by the Shooting Press of the time, their innovative design and effectiveness in the field was not appreciated by the public and never enjoyed much conunercial success in Britain

See illustration page 34 £250-350 419. STEVENS MODEL 22/410 OVER & UNDER COMBINATION SPORTING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 12535, 24in. nitro barrels, 3in. chamber, plain action, composite stock, weight 6lb. 6oz. £50-70 420. MUSGRAVE .308 WIN. BOLTMAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 44142, 23 l /4in. nitro barrel, Williams back-sight, 14 in. figured stock, and mounted with a Carton telescopic sight. £80-120 421. NAVY ARMS CO..36 CAL REMINGTON ARMY SIX-SHOT PERCUSSION REVOLVER, serial no. 1576, Italian black powder proof. £20-30 422. WINCHESTER .22LR 'MOD. 1903' SELF-LOADING RIFLE, serial no. 100584, 20 l/8in. nitro reproved barrel, with sound moderator, retaining much original blued finish; together with a Remington .22 'Sportrnaster Mod. 512' bolt-action sporting rifle, serial no. RD3 l, 24 3/4in. nitro reproved barrel (2) £60-80 423. A SPORTERISED ENFIELD .303 MKIII SMLE BOLT-MAGAZINE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. Cl25, 25 l /4in. nitro barrel, missing safety. £15-20

424. V. BERNADELLI 9MM FLOBERT SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 21808, 24 l/8in. nitro barrel, detachable magazine. £20-30 425. FABARM 12-BORE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 475177, 28in. nitro barrel, 2 3/4in. chamber, bored approx. 1/2 choke, black and silver action relief engraved with scenes of boar hunting and gun dogs amid bold acanthus scrollwork, 14 l/4in. pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. 3oz. £50-70 426. FABRIQUE NATIONALE 12-BORE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 115778, 25 l/2in. nitro barrel, 2 3/4in. chamber, bored approx. true cyl, plain action retaining some original finish, 14 l/2in. stock, weight 7lb. 14oz. £80-120 427. MAUSER 'MODELO ARGENTINO 1909' .458 WIN MAG BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 5002, 24 l/4in. nitro barrel with open sights and ported muzzle, signed 'H.W. Creighton', receiver engraved 'DEUTSCHE WAFFENUND MUNITIONSFABRIKEN BERLIN. MAUSER MODELO ARGENTINO 1909' and a 'back-to-back' 'R', mounted with a Leupold telescopic sight in Buehler mounts, hinged floorplate, recoil block, 13 l/2in. figured three-quarter pistolgrip stock with ebonite fore-end, cheekpiece, monte carlo comb, sling swivels and 1in. rubber recoil pad, weight 1Olb. 5oz. £500-700 428. PEDERSOLI .44CAL REPRODUCTION PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOL, serial no. 45935, 9 l/2in. black powder only octagonal barrel, deeply scroll engraved at the breech-end and muzzle, with gold detail, seven-groove rifling, bold border and scroll engraving with bright finish overall, set trigger, in its presentation wood case with accessories. £80-120 429. WINCHESTER .32 WCF 'MODEL 1873' LEVER-ACTION REPEATING RIFLE, serial no. 679648 B for 1913, with shortened 18 in. octagonal barrel, and oil stained walnut stock. £200-300 430. MARTINI-HENRY .22 SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. 66600, 29 3/4in. 'Parkerifled' nitro barrel, blued action, 14 1/4in. butt, and green canvas sling. £30-50

431. BELGIAN .410/7.65MM SIDELEVER HAMMER DRILLING, serial no. 3119, 26 3/4in. barrels with mat sight rib and open sights, plain polished action, sidelever faulty, 14in. well-figured pistolgrip stock, weight 4lb. 6oz., in a leather case. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £150-250 431a. A FINE SCHIEFER .300WIN MAG BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. R007, 25 5/8in. nitro barrels, receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 6-24x50 telescopic sight, silver action with scroll engraving and gold-inlaid borders, the hinged floorplate, triggerguard, bolt handle and elongated top-strap similarly decorated, blued trigger and bolt release, recoil block, 14 1/2in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with horn fore-end tip, pistolgrip-cap (engraved with a coat of arms), cheekpiece, sling swivels, with 1/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight l llb. 6oz., together with 8 rounds .300 Win Short Mag ammunition See illustration page 23 £4000-6000

AMMUNITION 432. FIVE ROUNDS 2.7MM KOLIBRI AMMUNITION. See illustration page 29 £50-70 433. EIGHT-SIX ROUNDS WINCHESTER .308 WIN. 'BALLISTIC SILVERTIP' AMMUNITION, 150gm. £20-40 434. TWENT~THREEROUNDS

REMINGTON .22-250 AMMUNITION, 55 gm hollow point; and one-hundred & twenty-nine rounds .22 Win. Mag. ammunition, ninety-six rounds Federal Classic 50 gm hollow point; thirty-three rounds Remington 45 gm solid. £5-10 435. SEVENTY-THREE ROUNDS .223 REM. AMMUNITION, forty rounds Federal Classic, 55 gm soft point; twenty rounds Winchester 55 grn soft point; and thirteen assorted rounds. £15-20

436. TEN ROUNDS KYNOCH . 476 (3IN.) NITRO-EXPRESS AMMUNITION, 520 grn solid, in maker's tin. £15-20 437. TEN ROUNDS .475 NITRO EXPRESS AMMUNITION, probably Kynoch, soft nose, in sealed tin. £15-20 438. ONE HUNDRED & EIGHTY ROUNDS RG .380 MK 2Z REVOLVER AMMUNITION, in opened military tin. £10-15 439. THREE HUNDRED & NINETY-ONE ROUNDS ASSORTED .22 AMMUNITION, some hollow point. £2-5 440. FORTY-ONE ROUNDS ELEY 75 NEEDLE-RIFLE CARTRIDGES, 138 grn conical bullet, in maker's carton. See illustration page 25 £80-120 441. ONE HUNDRED ROUNDS OF .350 RIGBY AMMUNITION, together with 3 rounds .256 Gibbs, 87 rounds of .320 Kynoch blanks, 8 rounds of Holland .240 Flanged, 100 rounds of .22LR. £50-70 442. ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY ROUNDS KYNOCH .577NITRO EXPRESS AMMUNITION, 750 gm solid, original Kynoch, early 60's production. £400-600 443. THREE HUNDRED & FORTY-EIGHT ROUNDS F.N.M. 7.92MM AMMUNITION, full metal jacket. £20-30 444. FIFTY-TWO ROUNDS SELLIER & BELLOT 8X64S AMMUNITION, 196 gm HPC. £30-35 445. TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-ONE .300/.295 KYNOCH ROOK RIFLE AMMUNITION, together with fifty Eley Bros .. 300 rook, fifty Kynoch .300/.295 rook and thirty loose rounds. (411 rounds in total) £80-120

446. ONE HUNDRED ROUNDS OF KYNOCH .297/.250 ROOK AMMUNITION KYNOCH, together with one hundred and fifty .22LR Remington, fifty Eley High Velocity .22LR, twenty-three loose rounds of .22LR, a Lyman reloading tool, a Berdan de-capping tool, two boxes of Berdan primers (incomplete), further primers, a quantity of .32-20WIN brass cases, a quantity of .32-20WIN bullets, and one bayonet, blade 12in. (323 rounds in total, (qty) £15-25 THE FOLLOWING LOTS 446 TO END OF SALE (INCLUSIVE) WILL REQUIRE THE BUYER TO PRODUCE A RELEVANT BRITISH SHOTGUN CERTIFICATE OR REGISTERED DEALER LICENCE BEFORE THESE WEAPONS MAY BE RELEASED

PAIRS 447. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - A MATCHED PAIR OF 16-BORE 'ROYAL' SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 27310 I 27403, 27in. replacement nitro barrels (by the maker's in 1973), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, handdetachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cockingindicators, best bold scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, I Sin. highly-figured stocks including lin. ebonite extensions, insert repairs to fore-ends, weight 6lb., in their brass-cornered oak and leather double guncase with interior flap and some accessories. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the guns were built as a matched pair in 1912 See illustration page 40 £15000-20000 448. SOMERTON GUNS -A PAIR OF 16BORE SELF-OPENING SINGLETRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, Spanish made, serial no. 100104 I 5, 28 3/4in. nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke (No. I) and imp cyl and 112 choke (No.2), non-selective single triggers, handdetachable lockplates, best bouquet and scroll engraving, coin finish, 15 3/4in. stocks, weight 6lb. 9oz. See illustration page 34 £1500-2500

449. COGSWELL & HARRISON - A PAIR OF 12-BORE 'THE AVANT TOUT' SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 41674 I 41676, 30in. nitro reproved barrels (No. l) with some dents and slightly loose, 2 l/2in.chambers, bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, 30in nitro reproved replacement barrels by Arthur Turner (Sheffield) (No.2), rib partially detached and loose on action, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and full choke, treble-grip actions with dummy sideplates, bold scroll engraving (worn), brushed bright and reblued finish, 14in. stocks, weight 6lb. 4oz. (No.I) and 6lb. Soz. (No.2) . £200-300 450. E.J.CHURCHILL - A PAIR OF LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE 'FINEST QUALITY HERCULES XXV MODEIJ ASSISTED-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 4438 I 9, 2Sin. nitro chopperlump barrels signed 'E.J.Churchill (Gunmakers) Ltd Orange Street Gunworks Leicester Square London' completed in 1932, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, scroll-backed actions engraved with bold acanthus scrollwork, retaining virtually all colour-hardening (possibly renewed), rolled-edge triggerguards, 14 l/2in.well-figured stocks, weight Sib. 13oz.,in their leather V.C. motorcase with various accessories. See illustration page 41 £4000-6000 451. HOLLAND & HOLLAND - A FINE PAIR OF 20-BORE (3IN) 'ROYAIJ SELFOPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 40727 I 8,28in.nitro chopperlump barrels, (No.2 right hand wall-thickness marginal - as made),3in. chambers,bored approx.true cyl and 114 choke,rolled-edge triggerguards, hand-detachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cocking -indicators, best bold scroll engraving, 14 3/4in. highly-figured stocks, weight Sib. 6oz., in their lightweight leather double motorcase. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the guns were completed in 1984. They appear to be little used. See illustration page 42 £40000-60000

452. J.PURDEY & SONS - A PAIR OF 12BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 2S868 I 9, 30in.Whitworth-steel nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, locks and actions engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, removeable disc strikers, IS l/4in. highly-figured stocks including 1/2in. wood extensions (No.2 gun bottom right horn cracked & repaired), weight 6lb. I Ooz. In their maker's double oak and leather case. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the guns were completed in 1946 See illustration page 43 £ 17000-20000 453. **A CHAPU A PARIS - A PAIR OF 20BORE SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 2167 I 6866, No.I gun 27in. barrels (sold with a proof exemption certificate,), No. 2 gun 27in. nitro (London proof marks), 2 3/4in chambers, bored aprpox. 114 and 3/4 choke, locks and actions engraved with fine scrollwork (locks blacked), clipped fences, articulated front triggers, lS l/4in. highly-figured stocks including 1 l /2in. leather and wooden extensions, weight Sib. 12oz. 3 .2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price plus duty

See illustration page 44 £1000-lSOO 454. **ANDREW & CO - A PAIR OF 12BORE SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 19390 /1, Belgian made, 28 l/2in. nitro barrels (light pitting), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, barrels with raised filed ribs, locks and actions engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardening, removeable disc strikers, lS l/4in. figured stocks including 1in. rubber recoil pads and leather cheek pads, weight 6lb l Soz. initials H.Pingold on fore-end wood. 3.2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price plus duty

See illustration page 4S £800-1200

455. *HOLLAND & HOLLAND -A PAIR OF 12-BORE ' DOMINION' BACK-ACTION EJECTORS, serial no. 20S79 I 80, 30in. nitro barrels (some rivelling and No. I requires tightening), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in all, No.3 grade actions with gas checks, best bold border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. highlyfigured stocks including 1 l /4in. wood and rubber extensions, sling swivels and swept combs, weight 6lb.10oz. The maker's have kindly comfirmed that the guns were completed on 28th September 1898 5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price

See illustration page 46 £1S00-2000 456. ALEX HENRY & CO -A PAIR OF 12BORE SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7221 I 2, 29in. nitro damascus barrels, signed 'Alex R Henry & Co 18 Fredrick Street Edinburgh Makers by Special Warrants to The Royal Family', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 1/2 choke, locks and actions profusely engraved with creeping vines on a matt background, goldinlaid cocking-indicators, removeable disc strikers, 14 1/2 in. well-figured stocks with heel and toe plates, weight 6lb. lOoz. In their maker's oak and leather double guncase. See illustration page 47 £7000-10000 457. W.W.GREENER -A PAIR OF 20-BORE "GRADE FH45" AUTOMATIC SIDE SAFETY BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. S3023/4, 28in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 114 choke, blacked scroll-backed actions engraved with fine scrollwork, side safetys on right hand side, 14 l /4in. highly-figured stocks (No 1 with a l/4in. wood extension), weight Sib 2oz., in a Westley Richards leather case. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the guns were completed on l Sth August 1904 See illustration page 48 £4000-6000 458. P BERETTA - A PAIR OF 20-BORE 'MODEL S687 SILVER PIGEON' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTORS, serial no. MlS691B & MIS692B numbered 3 & 4, 29 l/2in. nitro barrels with narrow ventilated ribs, 3in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 114 choke, silvered actions engraved with ducks and partridge, lS l/2in. well-figured stocks including 1 l /4in. leather covered recoil pads, weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 6S £1000-JSOO

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459. J. PURDEY & SONS - A PAIR OF 12BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 24169 I 70, 28in. Whitworth-steel nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in all, cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, No. l retaining some original colour-hardening, l 5in. highlyfigured stock, No.2 with bright finish, 15in. highly-figured replacement stock and foreend wood, weight 6lb. 7oz., in their brasscornered oak and leather double guncase with accessories. The makers have kindly confirmed that the guns were completed in 1930. See illustration pages 65 and 67 £18000-22000 460. HOLLAND & HOLLAND -A PAIR OF 12-BORE 'ROYAL' SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 14078/9, No 1 28in. nitro replacement barrels by another, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, No 2 30in. black powder only damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx imp cyl both,dipped-edge lockplates engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour, carved leaf fences, "Royal Ejector Patent No. 11623", 14 l/2in. well-figured stocks, weight 6lb. 9oz., in their makers oak and leather brass-cornered case with various accessories. See illustration pages 67 and 68 £2000-2500 461. JOHN DICKSON & SON - A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE ROUND-ACTION EJECTORS, serial no. 5581 I 5938, 29in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, Dickson 1887 patent round-actions, use numbers 1068 and 1261, best fine bouquet and scroll engraving, virtually fully colour-hardened finish (renewed), 14 l/2in. highly-figured replacement stocks (No. l cracked at hand) with matching fore-end wood, weight 6lb. 4oz., in a Dickson brasscornered oak and leather double guncase. See illustration page 69 £18000-22000 462. P.BERETTA - A PAIR OF 28-BORE DIAMOND PIGEON, 'S687EELL' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTORS, serial no. P320573 & P32058B, 30in. nitro barrels with narrow ventilated ribs, 2 3/4in. chambers, multichoke, locks and action engraved with woodcock and pheasants, silvered actions, 14 l/2in. well-figured pistolgrip stocks with l/4in. wood extensions, weight 6lb. 6oz. £6000-8000

463. J.WOODWARD & SONS -A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 6278 I 9, No. 1 gun 29in. Whitworth-steel nitro chopperlump barrels, No. 2 gun new nitro chopperlump barrels by James Purdey & Sons, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, locks and actions engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, arcaded fences, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, removeable disc strikers, non-selective single-triggers, bow oftriggerguards inscribed 'Woodwards Single Trigger', 16in. well-figured replacement stocks with diamond grips, weight 6lb. 14oz., in their J. Purdey & Sons oak and leather double guncase See illustration page 70 £15000-20000 464. JAMES PURDEY & SONS -A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 15423 I 4, No.l gun 30in. Whitworth-steel nitro chopperlump barrels, No. 2 with 30in. replacement nitro barrels (by makers in 1996), chambers 2 l/2in. (No. l )and chambers 2 3/4in. (No.2), bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 in choke, locks and actions engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, retaining virtually all colour-hardening (renewed), removeable disc strikers, 14 I/in. well-figured replacement stocks, weight 6lb. 8oz. In their makers double oak and leather case initialled 'Captian E.T. Dobbie RA' See illustration page 71 £15000-20000 465. CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD. - A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE 'PREMIERE' TWELVE-TWENTY SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 8668 I 9, 27in. nitro chopperlump barrels with Churchill ribs, scroll-engraved at the breechends, tubes engraved 'CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD. 7, BURY STREET, ST. JAMES' S, LONDON, ENGLAND', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke (No. l), 1/4 and 3/4 choke (No.2), rolled-edge triggerguards, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best fine border and scroll engraving, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, 15 l/2in. well-figured stocks, weight 6lb. 8oz., in their lightweight leather 'V.C.' double motorcase with accessories. The guns appear to be little used See illustration page 72 £15000-20000

466. STEPHEN GRANT - A PAIR OF 12BORE SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7760 I I, 30in. nitro damascus barrels (No.1), some pitting, bore measurements marginal and missing section of bottom rib, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels (No.2), right hand wall-thickness below recommended minimum, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke (No. l) and 1/4 and imp cyl (No.2), fluted fences, best fine scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 15 in. highlyfigured stocks, lOin. fore-ends, weight 6lb.6oz., in their brass-cornered oak and leather double guncase. The guns were completed circa 1909 The pair of 12-bores were made for Augustus John (Jacko) 9th Baron Monson. He was born on 22nd September 1868 and died !Oth October 1940. He served as adiplomat in Constantinople and Paris becoming an Equerry to HRH Duke of SaxeCoburg & Gotha. A fluent linguist, he was appointed Commissioner of the British Red Cross in Italy, who were locked in bitter combat with the Austro-Hungarian invading forces. He attained the rank of Lieut. Col. and was mentioned in dispatches. He was awarded a number of British and Italian decorations. He married Romaine Stone whose father invented the first monorail; and the famous tall Royal Palm 'Roystonea' is named after him

See illustration pages 74 and 75 £6000-8000 467. J. PURDEY & SONS - A PAIR OF 12BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 18961 I 2, 30in. Whitworth-steel nitro chopperlump barrels (some dents and light pitting),No. 2 gun wall thickness just below recommended minimum, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some colour-hardening (renewed), 15 l/4in. highly-figured replacement stocks (by the makers), replacement fore-end woods, weight 6lb. lOoz., In their brass-cornered oak and leather case. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the guns were completed in 1907 See illustration page 73 £6000-8000 468. WESTLEY RICHARDS -A PAIR OF 12BORE 'GOLD NAME' BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7975 I 6, 28in. nitro barrels (No. I) and nitro replacement barrels (by the maker's) (No.2), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and full choke (No. l) and imp cyl and 3/4 choke (No.2), plain reblacked actions with the maker's name inlaid in gold, 15in. well-figured stocks including 1 l/2in. wood extensions, weight 6lb. 8oz. (No.l) and 6lb.12oz. (No.2), in a brasscornered leather case. £2000-2500

469. COGSWELL & HARRISON - A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 56145 16, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, (No.2 with some internal marks), bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some original colour-hardening and finish, 15in. figured stocks, No.2 broken through the hand and chipped at toe, weight 6lb. 8oz., in their brass-cornered leather double guncase. See illustration page 75 £1500-2000 470. A PAIR OF 20-BORE BARRELLED BOXLOCK ACTIONS IN THE WHITE, numbered 129 and 136, provisional proof. £500-700 471. WILLIAM EVANS - A PAIR OF 12BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 12065 / 6, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl choke in both, actions engraved with fine scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardening, removable disc strikers, bottom plate inscribed "EVANS PATENT SINGLE-TRIGGER", 15 114 figured stocks including 1 3/4in. wood extensions, weight 6lb. 9oz. See illustration page 76 £2000-2500

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472. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE "THE AVANT TOUT" PUSH-FORWARD SNAP-ACTION UNDERLEVER SINGLE-TRIGGER NON-EJECTOR TRY GUN, serial no. 25119, 30in. barrels, plain action, fully adjustable stock with key, weight 6lb. 14o_z. Sold with a proof exemption certificate See illustration pag\! 77 £500-700 473. A BOSS & CO PATENT 12-BORE SIDELEVER BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR TRY-GUN, serial no. 6102, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, rib engraved ' BOSS & CO. PATENT' 'SLEEVED BY H. CULLUM. GOSPORT', 3in. chambers, bored approx. 114 choke in both, plain bolstered action stamped 'Boss & Co. patent', fully articulated action, stock and comb, weight 7lb. 2oz. See illustration page 78 £800-1200

474. CARR BROS. HUDDERSFIELD 12BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR TRY GUN, serial no.21067, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chamber, bored approx true cyl and full choke, border engraved action, with key. £800-1200

SIDELOCK EJECTORS 475. HUSSEY LTD 12-BORE IMPERIAL SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 12002, 28in. nitro replacement barrels by Boss & co. (s/n 8210), 2 l/2in. chambers. bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, locks and action border engraved with floral work, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, bottomplate signed 'Imperial Ejector' 14 3/4in. figured replacement stock including 1in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 14oz. See illustration page 88 £1800-2200 476. A FINE AND VIRTUALLY UNUSED J. PURDEY & SONS 12-BORE SINGLETRIGGER SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR TRAP I LIVE PIGEON GUN, serial no. 27027, 28in. nitro chopperlump barrels with broad raised ventilated matt rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 5/8 and 3/4 choke, non-selective single trigger, cockingindicators, manual safety, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, 14in. highly-figured stock with tiger stripes, including l/2in. leather-covered recoil pad, weight 7lb. 8oz. , in its brass-cornered oak and leather case with accessories and canvas outer cover. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1962 See illustration pages 79 and page 125 £15000-20000 477. JAMES LANG & CO LTD 12-BORE 'IMPERIAL EJECTOR' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no.10644, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, locks and action border engraved with beads, 15 l /2in. well-figured stock including 1 l/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a Patstone & Son leather case. See illustration page 80 £800-1200

478. AYA 12-BORE 'N0.2' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no.215917, 26in. chopperlump barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl & 112 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 6lb 8oz. £300-500 479. CHAS. OSBORNE 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 41123, 30in. damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, fences relief engraved with grapes and vines on a matt background, best fine scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, 14in. highlyfigured stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 1Ooz., in a leather case. Sold with a proof exemption certificate. See illustration page 81 £700-900 480. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 11788, 30in. damascus barrels, locks and action engraved witrh scrollwork (worn), gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, issue no. 761 patent no. 1341 , 13 3/4in. wellfigured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. in its makers brass-cornered leather case. Sold with proof exemption certificate £200-300 481. TRULOCK & HARRISS 12-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 48009, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and 1/2 choke, locks and action engraved with rose and scrollwork, carved leaf fences, 15in replacement stock, top left horn cracked and repaired, weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 87 £200-300

482. BOSS & CO 12-BORE EASY-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 9545 with two sets of barrels, 29in. and 27in. nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, 29in. bored 112 and full choke, 27in. bored approx. imp cyl and 114 choke, left lock engraved with turkey and pheasant surrounded by rose and scrollwork, right lock with wood grouse and pheasant, bottom plate engraved with three vignettes of setter, woodcock and wood grouse, retaining virtually all original colour-hardening and finish, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, removeable disc strikers, 14 l/2in. highlyfigured stock, weight 61b. I Ooz.. in its makers leather case with various accessories. The maker's have kindly confirmed that this gun was completed in 1971 and has had very little use. See illustration page 82 £18000-22000 483. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE 'ROYAIJ SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 14065, with two sets of barrels, original 30in. black powder only damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, new 28in. steel nitro barrels (by another), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and full choke, dipped-edge lockplates with protruding tumber pivots, patent gas checks, best bouquet and scroll engraving, bright finish, 14in. highly-figured stock (crack at head) including buttplate, weight 6lb. 6oz. (original barrels) and 6lb. 4oz. (steel barrels). The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 15th March 1892 See illustration page 77 £1200-1600 484. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE 'DOMINION' BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 14527, 30in. damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl & 112 choke, border engraved action retaining some original colour-hardening, patent no. 1968-78 no. 2 1742, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb.9oz. in a leather case. £700-900

485. BOSS & CO. 12-BORE EASY-OPENING SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6527, 30in. sleeved nitro barrels (require tightening on action), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, Boss patent single trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colourhardening, 13 l/2in. highly-figured stock, weight 6lb. 9oz. See illustration page 83 £3000-5000 486. WILLIAM EVANS 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 4190, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, locks and action with floral engraving, carved fences, bright finish overall,14 l/2in. figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 12oz. £300-500 487. FAMARS 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 29198, 27 3/4in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with bold acanthus and floral work inscribed by engraver "MARELLI 73'', 14 l/4in. wellfigured stock, weight 6lb. I Ooz. See illustration page 77 £2500-3000 488. WILMART FRERES FABTO A LIEGE 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR PIGEON GUN, serial no. 24000, 29in. nitro barrels with wide raised filed rib, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, plain action, manual safety, 14 l/2in. figured stock including Jin. wood extension, weight 7lb. £300-500 489. WATSON BROS. 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 10363, 26in. nitro barrels, narrow rib, tubes engraved 'WATSON BROS. 7 BURY STREET. ST JAMES'S. LONDON.' 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/8in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 4oz., in its leather case. See illustration page 87 £2000-2500

490. STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6897, 29in. nitro replacement barrels (by Parker Hale Ltd in 1957), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and full choke, fluted fences, best fine scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l /2in. figured stock (possibly a replacement, superficial crack at heel), weight 6Jb. 14oz., in a canvas case. The gun was completed circa 1896 See illustration page 84 £1500-2000 491. STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6789, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 112 and 3/4 choke, fluted fences, best fine scroll engraving, brushed bright finish overall, 15 l/2in. figured stock including Jin. wood extension, right overhorn cracked and repaired, fore-end wood with some repairs, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a canvas case. The gun was completed circa 1895. See illustration page 84 £800-1200 492. **BOSS & CO 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 4109, 28 l/2in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 112 and 3/4 choke, Jocks and action engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, right ejector system faulty, trigger gold washed, 14 l/4in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. I Ooz. 3.2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price plus duty

See illustration page 85 £2500-3000 493. **BOSS & CO 12-BORE EASYOPENING SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5366, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, Jocks and action engraved with rose and scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, 15 l /2in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. I Oz. In an oak lined leather case with a Boss label. 3.2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price plus duty

See illustration page 85 £4000-6000

494. BLACK SABEL 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 68961, 27in nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some colour-hardening. 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 12oz. £100-150 495. AYA 12-BORE 'MODEL 25' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 450026, 25in. nitro barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 1/2 choke, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, handdetachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cockingindicators, floral and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original finish, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 4oz., in a canvas case with John Rigby trade label. £300-500 496. ATKINSON & GRIFFIN 12-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3134, 30in. nitro barrels (some pitting), rib engraved 'ATKINSON & GRIFFIN. 58 HIGHGATE, KENDAI:, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with carved fences, best border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 15in. figured stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 14oz. See illustration page 77 £250-350 497. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 97814, 28in. nitro reproved barrels with sunken rib, tubes engraved 'WW.GREENER. MAKER. 40 PALL MALL. LONDON. S.W. WORKS. ST MARY'S SQUARE. BIRMINGHAM.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, gold-inlaid cockingindicators, lockplates engraved with vignettes of hound, partridge and mallard, surrounded by bold acanthus scroll engraving, retaining some colour-hardening, 14 5/8in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 5oz., in its brass-cornered oak and leather presentation case with green velvet interior and some accessories including a large WW. Greener nickel-plated oil bottle See illustration pages 86 and 87 £4000-6000

498. EDWARD LANG 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1440, 30in. barrels, rib engraved 'EDWARD LANG. 89 WIGMORE STREET. LONDON.' treble-grip action, dipped-edge lockplates, best fine scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. highly-figured stock including horn buttplate, weight 6lb. 6oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. See illustration page 88 £150-250 499. T. NEWTON 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5576, 28in. nitro barrels, rib engraved 'T. NEWTON. 48 KING STREET WEST. MANCHESTER', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l/2in. stock including l/2in. ebonite extension, insert repair at hand, teardrop inserts at comb and underside, weight 6lb. 2oz. See illustration page 88 £1200-1600 500. COGSWELL & HARRISON LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE 'EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR EJECTOR' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 43730, 26in. nitro barrels (shortened), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. cyl in both, goldinlaid cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l/2in. well-figured replacement stock including buttplate, weight 61b. See illustration page 88 £700-900 501. HENRY ATKIN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1427, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'HENRY ATKIN (FROM PURDEY'S) 88 JERMYN STREET. ST JAMES'S. LONDON', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and l/2 choke, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining virtually full (renewed) colour-hardened finish, 14 l/4in. well-figured stock including l /2in. ebonite extension, weight 6lb. 6oz. The gun was completed circa 1900 See illustration page 89. £2000-2500

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502. WILLIAM POWELL & SON 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 10686, 29in. nitro reproved Whitworth-steel barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, 13 3/4in. well-figured stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 61b. 5oz. , in a canvas hammergun case (damaged) with Isaac Hollis & Sons trade label. See illustration page 89 £2000-2500 503. G.E.BOND & SON 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, no visibi le serial number, 30in. damascus barrels, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/4in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 9oz. in a canvas case. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £100-150 504. AYA 12-BORE 'MODEL 1' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 472469, 25in. nitro reproved barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 1/2 choke, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, bouquet and scroll engraving, bright finish overall, 14 3/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 4oz., in a lightweight leather case, together with original guarantee dating the gun to 1975 . £500-700 505. JOHN DICKSON & SON 12-BORE ROUND-ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 4412, No 1 of a pair, 29in. nitro damascus barrels (bore measurements marginal), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, action engraved with fine scrollwork, gold cocking indicators, replacement cross pin requires engraving, "Patent 341 '', engraving worn on triggerguard, 15 l/2in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 61b. 6oz., in a canvas and leather case. See illustration page 88 £1500-2000 506. JAMES PURDEY & SONS 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 19845, 30in. chopperlump nitro replacement barrels (by the maker's in 1959), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 choke in both, locks and action engraved with fine rose and scro llwork, 15 l/2in. well-figured replacement stock, fore-end replaced, weight 6lb. 15oz. in its makers oak and leather case. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1911 See illustration page 90 £4000-6000

507. A RARE JAMES MACNAUGHTON 12BORE BAR-IN-WOOD ROUNDACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 259S, No. l of a pair, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, rib engraved ' JAMES MACNAUGHTON, 26 HANOVER STREET, EDINBURGH AND PERTH' and some grape and vine-work, breech-ends with border engraving, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, bar-in-wood finely relief engraved with grapes, vines and leaves on a matt background, the triggerguard, triggerplate and broad top-strap engraved en-suite, manual lever safety, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, l Sin. highlyfigured stock including 1 l /2in. wellmatched wood extension, weight 6lb. I Ooz. See illustration pages 91 , 92 and front cover £4000-6000 508. E M REILLY & CO 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 33Sl7, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, carved leaf fences, "Patent No. 10878-88 no.S60", No 2 of a pair, 13 l/2in. well-figured stock with heel and toe plates, weight 6lb. 7oz. , in its maker's leather case with various accessories. £500-700 509. A ALLAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, no visible serial number, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, 14 3/4in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 13oz., in a canvas Gunmark case. £600-800 510. STEPHEN GRANT 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 7313 (No.3), 30in. nitro barrels, (slightly loose on action and light dents), rib engraved 'STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 67A ST JAMES'S STREET. LONDON', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 114 choke, fluted fences, best fine scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, !Sin. well-figured 'tiger stripe' stock including I l/4in. wood extension, fore-end with light damage, weight 6lb. 9oz. The gun was completed circa 1901. . See illustration page 93 £1S00-2000

511. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE ' DOMINION' GRADE 3 SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 21689, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx . imp cyl and 1/2 choke, border engraved action, !Sin. figured central vision stock, weight 6lb. 9oz. In its maker's leather case with various accessories. £500-700 512. MERKEL 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 21S09, 28 3/8in. nitro b'arrels (bore measurements marginal), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, hand-detachable lockplates, articulated front trigger, cocking-indicators, border engraving, blacked finish overall, the underside of the action engraved 'HARALD NYBORG, ODENSE', lS l /8in. wellfigured stock with diamond-shaped horn inserts and I l/8in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 6oz., in a vinyl Beretta case. £S00-700 513. J. PURDEY & SONS 12-BORE SELFOPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. IS234, 30in. nitro reproved Whitworthsteel chopperlump barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and true cyl choke, articulated front trigger, cockingindicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, lS l/2in. we ll-figured replacement stock including 3/4in. leather-covered rubber recoil pad, weight 7lb., in a Purdey brasscornered oak and leather case. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1908. See illustration page 90 £3000-SOOO 514. J. PURDEY & SONS 12-BORE SELFOPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 13229, 30in. replacement nitro chopperlump barrels (by the maker's in 1963), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, W. Nobbs patent ejectors, patent no. 1137 of 1883, cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, bright finish, l S 3/8in. figure d stock including 3/4in. leather covered rubber recoil pad, safety mechanism requires attention, weight 6lb. 13oz., in a Purdey brass-cornered oak and leather case (with provision for two sets of barrels). The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1888 See illustration page 96 £2S00-3SOO

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515. A FINE WESTLEY RICHARDS 12BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER DROPLOCK BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 17131, 30in. nitro reproved Westley Richards Special Steel barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and full choke, Wetley Richards patent detachable locks, patent no. 17731 of 1897, use numbers, l 97S and 1976, hinged floorplate, L.B. Taylor ' two-pull ' selective single trigger, patent no. 266S9 of 1909, scroll-back action with border and scroll engraving, the maker's name goldinlaid within a cartouche, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, !Sin. well-figured \f2 stock, Deeley & Edge fore-end release catch, weight 6lb. 8oz. , in its brass-cornered oak and leather case with accessories See illustration page 94 and 9S £4000-6000 516. JAMES PURDEY & SONS 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1S700, No. 2 of a pair, 30in. nitro chopperlump barrels (wall thickness marginal), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, removeable disc strikers, brushed bright finish, left lock distorted, 14 l/2in. well-figured replacement stock (by the maker's in 1933), weight 6lb. 12oz. In a leather case with J.Purdey label and accessories. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1896 £2S00-3SOO 517. AYA 12-BORE 'N0.2' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. S7341 l , 28in. nitro barrels with Churchill rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, handdetachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cockingindicators, arcaded fences, scroll engraving, retaining virtually full colour-hardening, 13 l/2in. stock, weight 6lb. l loz. The gun appears to be little used. £S00-700 518. JOSEPH LANG & SONS 12-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. IS603, 28in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, non-selective single trigger, cocking-indicators, best border and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 S/8in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 7oz., in a Cogswell & Harrison canvas case. The gun was completed circa 1913 . See illustration page 80 £1500-2000

519. JAMES KIRK 12-BORE SINGLETRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. HlOl 70, 28in. Whitworth-steel nitro barrels, tubes engraved 'Sir Joseph Whitworth's Compressed Fluid Steel', rib engraved 'JAMES KIRK 36 UNION BUILDINGS. AYR' (right hand wall thickness just below recommended minimum), 2 3/4in. chambers bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, selective singletrigger, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, locks and action profusely engraved with fine scrollwork surrounding vignettes of pheasants and partridge at rest and in flight, bottom plate engraved with setters, retaining very slight traces of original colourhardening, 13 3/4in. highly-figured stock, weight 6lb.7oz. See illustration page 113 £4000-6000 520. AYA 12-BORE 'NO 2' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 177190, 28in. chopperlump barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored aprpox. 114 and 112 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardening, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, hand-detachable locks, 14 3/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 9oz. £200-300 521. A SPANISH MADE SPECIALLY FOR THE UK 12-BORE WILDFOWLING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 7832, 27 l/2in. nitro barrels with raised filed rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with game and scrollwork, clipped fences, 15in. wellfigured pistol-grip stock including l/2in. wood extension, weight 7lb.5oz. £50-70 522. VICTOR SARASQUETA 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 211424, 25 3/4in. nitro chopperlump barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, articulated front trigger, cocking-indicators, arcaded fences, acanthus scroll engraving, retaining much original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. stock, weight 6lb. 6oz. £100-200 523. J.BLANCH & SON 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5812, 30in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 112 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with creeping vines, gold cocking-indicators, "PAT GAS CHECK NO 6240", 14 3/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz., in its makers oak & leather case with accessories. £1800-2200

524. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE 'ROYAL BREVIS' SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 32949, 28in. replacement nitro chopperlump barrels (by the maker's in 1978), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, original 28in. nitro chopperlump barrels with 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, rib engraved 'ROYAL BREVIS', wall-thicknesses below recommended mimimum, hand-detachable lockplates, goldinlaid cocking-indicators, rolled-edge triggerguard, best bold scroll engraving, bright finish overall, 15 3/4in. highly-figured stock including 1 l/4in. wood extension (fitted by the makers in 1978), weight 61b. 9oz. (new barrels) and 6lb. 4oz. (original barrels), in a lightweight leather guncase. The maker' s have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1932 See illustration page 114 £8000-12000 525. A GERMAN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 252573, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels (slightly loose on action), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, treble-grip bolstered action with sideclips, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best bold border and scroll engraving, makers name scrubbed, 14 l/2in. stock, weight 71b. 5oz. £200-300 526. THOMAS BLAND & SON 12-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, border engraved, 15 l/4in. stock including 2in. wood extension. £700-900 527. ZABALA 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3399, 28 l/4in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, arcaded fences, naive game scene engraving, retaining much colourhardening, 13 7/8in. stock, weight 71b. loz., in a relined wood and leather case; together with a John R Hanson (Gun maker 244 High Street, Lincoln) 12-bore boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 1826, 29 l/4in. Whitworth-steel nitro reproved barrels (some dents), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, scroll-engraved action with intercepting sears,14 l/4in. replacement stock (loose at head), weight 6lb. 4oz., in a canvas case (2) £200-300

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528. JOSEPH LANG & SON 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 13791, No. I of a pair, 30in. nitro barrels, rib engraved ' JOSEPH LANG & SON. 102 NEW BOND STREET. LONDON', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, left-handed triggers, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. highly-figured stock including l/2in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 1Ooz. See illustration page 93 £2500-3500 529. MILBURN & SON 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 9971, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 15 l/2in. figured stock including 1 l/2in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 77 £800-1200 530. WILLIAM EVENS 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3343, 30in. nitro barrels, No. 1 of a pair, (wall thickness well below recommended minimum), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 choke in both, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, 14 3/4in. wellfigured stock with heel and toe plates, weight 6lb. 12oz. £300-500 531. ALEX MARTIN 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6705, 28in. nitro chopperlump barrels (some pitting), rib engraved 'ALEX MARTIN. GLASGOW. EDINBURGH. ABERDEEN & STIRLING' with celtic strapwork at the breech-ends, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, the action, lockplates and furniture ornately engraved with bold celtic strapwork and stylised acanthus, retaining some original colour-hardening, l 5in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 4oz. The gun was completed circa 1934/5. See illustration page 115 £ 1000- 1500

532. STEPHEN GRANT 12-BORE TRIGGERPLATE-ACTION SIDELEVER EJECTOR, serial no.5246, No 2 of a pair, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, bolstered action engraved with fine scrollwork, fluted fences, 14 1/2in. wellfigured stock (cracked and strengthened at head), weight 6lb. 7oz. See illustration page 116 £700-900 533. CHARLES LANCASTER 12-BORE ASSISTED-OPENING BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 7375 (No.2 of a pair) 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, imp cyl and full, dippededge lockplates, fine scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, toplever spring faulty, 15 1/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. I Ooz. £300-500 534. DENTON & KENNEL 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, Spanish made, serial no. 86743, 28in. nitro chopperlump barrels, 2 314 chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, cocking-indicators, action and lockplates profusely engraved with scrollwork, bright finish, 15 l/2in. figured stock including !in. rubber recoil pad, weight 61b. 8oz. £250-350 535. J. BULCOCK 12-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 15038, 26 l/2in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 112 choke, treble-grip action, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 7/8in. stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 6oz. See illustration page 88 £250-350 536. STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6231 , 28in. nitro chopperlump barrels (wallthickness well below recommended minimum), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with fine scrollwork, carved fluted fences, removable disc strikers, 15 l /2in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 11 7 £1500-2000

537. STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6935 , 30in. nitro barrels signed "STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 7 BURY STREET ST JAMES LONDON", wall thickness marginal, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, locks and action engraved with fine scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour, fluted fences, removable disc strikers, 13 l/2in. wellfigured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. See illustration page 117 £2000-2500 538. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE 'DOMINION' BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 21688, 28in. replacement nitro barrels (by the maker's), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, border engraving, retaining much colour-hardening with varnished finish, 14 7/8in. figured stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. l loz. in a lightweight leather case with Holland & Holland trade labels. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1902. See illustration page 96 £4000-5000 538a AYA 12-BORE 'N0.2' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 144716, 28in. nitro chopperlurnp barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, handdetachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cockingindicators, scroll engraving, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening, 15 l/4in. stock (crack at hand) including 1 l/4in. extension £250-350

SIDELOCK NON-EJECTORS 539. NAVY ARMS 12-BORE DOUBLEBARRELLED PERCUSSION SHOTGUN, serial no. 8398, 28 3/4in. barrels, 14 l /2in. half-stock, Italian black powder proof marks. £30-50

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540. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE 'THE ROYAL PATENT SAFETY HAMMERLESS' SIDELOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no. 8565, 28in. nitro replacement barrels by A.J. Jewson (Halifax) in 193 7, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, dipped-edge lockplates, elongated 'paddle' kickers, patent gas checks, best bouquet and scroll engraving, blued finish, 14 1/4in. wellfigured stock including 1 3/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 3oz. See illustration page 77 £500-700 541. W.M. SCOTT AND T. BAKER 1878 PATENT BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR BY J. BLANCH & SON, serial no. 5249, 28in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, rib engraved 'J. BLANCH & SON. 29 GRACECHURCH STREET. LONDON.', 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, Scott & Baker 1878 patent action, patent no. 761, use number 799, fluted fences, dipped-edge lockplates, crystal cocking-indicators, goldwashed lockwork, best bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright finish overall, 14 l /2in. well-figured stock, J. Blanch & Son's 'improved snap bolt' fore-end release lever, weight 6lb. 6oz. £600-800 542. W & H E FALMER 12 BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no.89357, 30in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l/2in chambers, bored approx imp cyl and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/2in figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 6lbs 9oz. £80-120 543. CHARLES BOSWELL 12-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no.5044, 30in. black powder only damascus barrels (badly pitted), locks and action engraved with fine rose & scrollwork, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, G & P PATENT no.2143, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock including l /2in wooden extension, weight 6lb !Ooz; together with a G. Thorpe Bartram 16-bore boxlock non-ejecto, serial no.1124, 30in damascus barrels Sold with a proof exemption certificate (2) £100- 150

544. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no.10095, 30in. black powder only damascus barrels (pitted), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, SCOTT & BAKER PATENT NO. 761 OF 1878, use no.124, locks and action engraved with fine scrollwork, gold cockingindicators, automatic side safety incorporated in left lock, 14 1/2in. wellfigured stock, weight 6lb. lOoz. See illustration page 88 £200-300 545. J. MATTHEWS 1878 PATENT 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK NONEJECTOR BY JOSEPH A. SANDE,RS, serial no. 1308, 30in. damascus barrels, Matthews patent action with dipped-edge Iockplates, left hand side forward facing sidelever, manual safety, border and scroll engraving, 14in. stock including buttplate, weight 61b. 12oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £150-250 546. JOSEPH LANG & SON 12-BORE SNAPACTION UNDERLEVER SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 7448, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, lock and action engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, fluted fences, 13 3/4in. wellfigured stock (smashed through the hand), weight 61b. 6oz. £500-700

BOXLOCK EJECTORS 547. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE EMPIRE MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.77574, 30in. nitro barrels with raised filed rib,2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, border engraved action, manual side safety, 14 112 wellfigured semi-pistolgrip stock (crack by safety catch), weight 7lb. 8oz. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 29th Sept. 1956 £100-200 548. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE 'THE AVANT TOUT' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 20806, 26in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 112 choke in both, scroll engraved action (some pitting), bright finish, 15in. well-figured stock including buttplate, foreend with insert repair, weight 5lb. 14oz., in its leather case. £80-120

549. ENGLISH 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2866, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, treble-grip action with bold border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 1/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 61b. 1loz. See illustration page 122 £300-500 550. DICKSON & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 15038, 27in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, border and scroll engraved action retaining very slight traces of colour-hardening, 14 l /2in. stock including 5/8in. ebonite extension, weight 6lb. See illustration page 121 £500-700 551. A FINE DANIEL FRASER PATENT 12BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR BY DANIEL FRASER & CO., serial no. 3244, 28 l/8in. nitro chopperlump barrels, matt game rib with scroll-bordered cartouche engraved 'DANL. FRASER & CO. GUN & RIFLE MANUFACTURERS. 4 LEITH STREET TERRACE. EDINBURGH', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, treble-grip round-back action with gold washed internal lockwork, best bold scroll engraving and plaited borders, fences finely relief-engraved with stylised plumes and plaited borders, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /2in. wellfigured stock with horn buttplate, weight 61b. 8oz., in a leather leg of mutton guncase See illustration page 118 and back cover £2000-2500 552. No Lot 553. AN UNFINISHED ARMY & NAVY 12BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 68162, 28in. nitro barrels (proof marks for 1970), fore-end iron in the white, scroll engraved action, no triggerguard or stock. £500-700 554. F.P.BAKER & CO 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 79790, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/2in. highly-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. £300-500

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555. WINCHESTER 12-BORE 'MODEL 24' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.19549, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bore approx. 1/4 choke in both, blacked action, 14 l/2in. figured pistolgrip stock, weight 71b together with an Ugartechea 12-bore boxlock non-ejejector, serial no. 87409 and a Winchester Cooey 12-bore single-barrelled hammergun, serial no.19321 (3) £80-120 556. CHUBBS (GUNMAKERS LONDON) 12BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1028, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, Webley 702 action profusely engraved with bold stylised acanthus on a matt background, the maker's name gold-inlaid in gothic script, retaining virtually full original colourhardening and finish, 14 l/4in. stock with teardrops and 1in. rubber recoil pad, weight 5lb. 14oz. See illustration page 120 £400-600 557. WEBLEY & SCOTT 12-BORE 'MODEL 700' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 146132, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, scroll-engraved action retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, 14 3/4in. stock, weight 6lb. 7oz., in a vinyl case. The gun was completed circa 1979 and comes with a certificate declaring it to be one of the last 200 Model 700's to be made by Webley & Scott Ltd at their Wandsworth factory. The gun appears to be virtually unused. See illustration page 122 £1500-2000 558. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE 'KONOR' SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 69670, 26in. nitro barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, locks and action engraved with rose and scrollwork, retaining much original colourhardening, (toplever spring broken), 15 1/2in. well-figured stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 61b. lOoz., in a Charles Hellis canvas and leather case. £500-700

559. G.E. LEWIS & SONS 12-BORE (3IN) BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 15195, 32in. nitro reproved barrels, broad raised matt rib engraved 'G.E. LEWIS & SONS. 32 & 33 LOWER LOVEDAY ST. BIRMINGHAM', 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, treble-grip action with beaded border and game scene engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 15in. highly-figured semi-pistolgrip stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. 2oz. See illustration page 121 £1500-2000 560. CHARLES SMITH & SONS (NEWARK) LTD. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 17705, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, unsigned action with bold scroll engraving, retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 14 1/2in. stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 7oz. See illustration page 122 £300-500 561. WILLIAM CASHMORE 12-BORE BOXLCOK EJECTOR, serial no. 12684, 28in. nitro barrels (wall thickness marignal), 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, action engraved with bold acanthus, 15 1/2 in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. £600-800 562. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE 'MODEL FH 25' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.67535, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, silvered action engraved with flying pheasants and ducks, manual side-safety, 14 1/4in. figured stock (cracked and pinned at head), weight 6lb. 8oz., in its maker's case (poor condition). The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 29th July 1927 £250-350 563. AYA 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 490603, 25in. nitro barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and full choke, floral and scroll engraving, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, 14 3/4in. stock, weight 6lb. 2oz.; together with a Baikal .410 (3in) single-barrelled shotgun, serial no. 8813722. (2) £250-350

564. ARMSTRONG & CO 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 42829, 28in. nitro barrels (wall thickness marginal), 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and full choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, carved leaf fences, 14 1/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 1Ooz. £150-200 565. D.LEONARD & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 19105, 28in.sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, border engraved action retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 15in. figured-stock including 3/4in. wooden extension, leather cheek piece, weight 6lb. lOoz. £80-120 566. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 56583, 27 1/2in. nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, Harrison patent ejectors, action with bold scrollwork and brushed bright finish, 16 l/4in. stock including 3in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 4oz., in its lightweight leather case with various paperwork pertaining to the gun and its previous owners, Col. R.G. Martin RAMC and Stuart Jarvis retired Head Keeper for the Duke of Bedford at Woburn Abbey. £250-350 567. H.J.BREMER ZWOLLE 12-BORE SIDPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.10256, 28in. nitro barrels (pitted); together with a A.L. Seyberlich in Malchin 12-bore snap-action hammergun, no visible serial number, 30in barrels, sold with a proof exemption certificate (2) £80-120 568. FUSIL ROBUST BREVETE 12-BORE (3IN) ASSISTED-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.786830, 27 1/2in nitro monobloc barrels, 3in magnum, bored approx 1/4 choke in both, scroll-engraved action, retaining much original colourhardening, 15in stock; together with a IP.Sauer 12-bore boxlock ejector, serial no.B1656,28 1/4 in nitro barrels, 2 3/4in chambers, bored approx 3/4 choke in both, scroll-backed action, 14in stock (cracked at heel) (2) £80-120

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569. **W. & C. SCOTT 12-BORE ' THE BOWOOD' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 146265, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, scroll-back action with border and scroll engraving, retaining virtually full original colour-hardening and finish, 14 3/4in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 2oz.The gun was completed circa 1979 and appears to be virtually unused. 3 .2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the hammer price plus duty

See illustration page 120 £2500-3000 570. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE 'SPECIAL GRADE' 'FACILE PRINCEPS' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR PIGEON GUN, serial no. 68481, 29in. nitro barrels with raised, broad matt rib, engraved ' W.W. GREENER. MAKER. 40 PALL MALL. LONDON. S.W. WORKS ST. MARY'S SQUARE. BIRMINGHAM.', the breech end engraved with a pigeon, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, treble-grip action with side-bolsters, manual side safety, bold acanthus scroll engraving surrounding scenes of gun dogs flushing pheasant and partridge, bolsters with oak leaves, retaining much original colour-hardening, 14 1/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 11 oz. The maker's have kindly comfirmed that the gun was ordered on 3rd Sept 1928 and completed on 22nd October that year as an 'S35' gun,and that it had forty shillings worth of engraving See illustration page 119 £1500-2000 571. WEBLEY & SCOTT 12-BORE 'MODEL 700' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 144572, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in, chambers, bored approx. 114 and full choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardening, retailed by 'Griffin & Howe Inc New York NY' , 16 1/4in. well-figured stock including 1 3/4in. wooden extension, weight 6lb. 9oz. In a lightweight leather case initialled 'E.S.C.' £300-500 572. J.T. HARTWELL 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1035, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, treble-grip action with beaded border and bold scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, 14 3/4in. figured stock, weight 61b. 9oz. £100-200

573. HARDY BROS. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 14841, 25in. nitro barrels (bore measurements marginal) with Churchill-rib, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, fine scroll and beaded border engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /2in. highlyfigured stock, weight Sib. 14oz., in a wood case. See illustration page 121 £400-600 574. ALLAN 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 61685, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, rib engraved 'A. ALLAN. 144 TRONGATE. GLASGOW', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 15in, figured stock (some movement) including 1 5/8in. wood extension, weight 6lb. l 4oz. £50-70 575. FREDK. HADFIELD 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 137531, 30in. nitro reproved barrels with scroll engraving at the breech ends, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, treble-grip scroll-back action with border and scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. See illustration page 122 £700-900 576. ALEX MARTIN 12-BORE 'RIBLESS' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6645, 28in. ribless nitro barrels, tubes engraved 'ALEX MARTIN GLASGOW. ABERDEEN & STIRLING. INCORPORATING ALEX HENRY & CO. EDINBURGH', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, fine scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14in. figured stock, weight 5lb. 13oz. £500-700 577. J. BLANCH & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5977, 30in. nitro reproved barrels (require tightening and left wall-thickness below recommended minimum), rib engraved 'J. BLANCH & SON. 29 GRACECHURCH ST. LONDON.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, carved acanthus fences, stepped action, fine border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 15 l/2in. stock with recessed chequered side-panels and 1 3/8in. ebonite and rubber extension, weight 7lb. See illustration page 121 £250-350

578. JOSEPH LANG & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 126631 , 30in. black powder only barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, action engraved with scrollwork, intercepting sears, 14 l/2in. replacement stock, weight 6lb. lOoz. £200-300 579. A & N C.S. LTD 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.60906, 30in. nitro barrels (large dent on left tube), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl & 3/4 choke, partially engraved action, 15 l /4in. well-figured stock including 3/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb 13oz. £200-300 580. PETER MISCHITZ 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2877, 28 3/8in. nitro reproved Bohler-steel barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 choke in both, scroll-back treble-grip action with side-clips, action deeply carved with grapes and vines, surrounding scenes of gundogs flushing pheasant, mallard in flight and hares, the triggerguard with a woodcock, retaining much colour-hardening, 13 7/8in. stock including steel buttplate, weight 6lb. 4oz. £150-200 581. OGDEN SMITHS & HUSSEY LTD 12BORE (3IN) BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 5023, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'OGDEN SMITHS & HUSSEY LTD. 62 ST. JAMES'S ST. PICCADILLY. LONDON. S. W.', 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, scroll-engraved action retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 7lb. 8oz., in a leather hammergun case with Ogden Smiths & Hussey trade label. See illustration page 121 £500-700 582. ALEX MARTIN 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, no visible serial number, 28in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. cyl and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with beaded border and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, 14 l/2in. stock, weight 5lb. 13oz. See illustration page 121 £250-350

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583. CHAS OSBORNE & CO. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 41944, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, treble-grip action (top-strap broken and firing I safety mechanism not operating) with border and scroll engraving, retaining traces oforiginal colour-hardening, 15 l/4in. stock (cracked and loose at head) including lin. ebonite extension, weight 6lb. l loz; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 14-bore single-barrelled hammergun (missing hammer), no visible serial number (2) £30-50 584. WATSON BROS. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. I 0 I 06, 26in. sleeved nitro barrels, rib engraved 'WATSON BROS. GUN MAKERS. PALL MALL. LONDON.' 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, best beaded border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of colourhardening, 13 l/2in. figured stock including 1/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 4oz. £100-150 585. C.S.ROSSON 12-BORE 'ACME MODEL' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3195, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, action engraved with scrollwork, 15in. figured stock including lin. wood extension, weight 6lb. 9oz. £300-500 586. WILLIAM POWELL & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 9852, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, action engraved with rose and scrollwork, "PATENT 4289 1886 5334", 15in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. lOoz. £300-500 587. A SPANISH 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 69863 , 26in. nitro barrels; together with a Spanish 'Field Grade' 12-bore boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 3026, 27 7/Sin. nitro barrels (2) £30-50 588. WILLIAM EVANS 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 15152, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, treble-grip action with carved fences, partial scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. stock including l/2in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 1Ooz., in its canvas and leather case. £300-500

589. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 48939, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'W.W. GREENER. ST MARY'S SQUARE. BIRMINGHAM. WINNER AT ALL GUN TRIALS 1875 TO 1891' the breech end with a partridge, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, manual side safety, treble-grip action with fine scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14in. replacement stock, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a canvas case. £250-350 590. ARMY & NAVY 12-BORE 'LIGHTWEIGHT' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.11171, 25in. nitro replacement barrels by William Powell & Son, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, intercepting sears, fences engraved with oak leaves, 14 l/2in. wellfigured stock, weight Sib. lOoz. £300-500 591. JOHN WILKES 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 15077, 28in. nitro barrels, rib engraved 'JOHN WILKES. 79, BEAK STREET. REGENT STREET. LONDON. W. l .', (right barrel with dent) 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, scroll-back action with best bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 15 l/4in. figured stock including 5/8in. wood extension, weight 61b. See illustration page 122 £600-800 592. LINCOLN JEFFRIES 12-BORE 'THE LIGHTWEIGHT' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2556, 26in. damascus barrels inscribed 'WINNER OF THE GOLD MEDAL. LONDON. 1870. AWARDED FIRST PRIZE MELBOURNE 1889. WINNER OF THE FIELD 20 GUINEA PRIZE FOR CHOKE BORES. LONDON. 1879.', sunken rib, game-engraved action retaining slight traces of colour-hardening, 14in. replacement semi-pistolgrip stock (cracked at head), ejector mechanism faulty, in its original leather case (damaged) with Lincoln Jeffries 'Light weight' gold tooled leather label. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £80-120

593. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 44853, 25in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl & 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, automatic side safety, 15in figured stock including l l/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb 8oz. The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed circa 1896 £350-450 594. CHARLES INGRAM 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.A5353, 30in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl & 3/4 choke, action engraved with fine rose & scrollwork, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb l Ooz. £700-900 595. CHARLES SMITH 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, no visible serial number, 26in. sleeved nitro barrels (slightly loose on action), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, Anson & Deeley patent treble-grip action, use no. 8184, intercepting sears, Westley Richards-style toplever, border and scroll engraving surrounding game-scenes, brushed bright and reblued finish, 14 l/8in. highly-figured stock (crack by topstrap) including l in. wood and rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 6oz. £250-350 596. MORTIMER & SON 12-BORE BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.7615, 30in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, action engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, beaded fences, 14 l/2in. highly figured stock with heel & toe plates, weight 6lb. l Ooz. In its maker's leather case. See illustration page 123 £800-1200 597. MORTIMER & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 7840, 30in. barrels with matt rib, tubes engraved 'MORTIMER & SON (INCORPORATING J. HARK.OM & SON) 86 GEORGE ST. EDINBURGH', with another set of 28in. barrels with matt rib, tubes engraved as above, plain action retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. stock including buttplate. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £250-350

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598. W & C SCOTT & SON 12-BORE 'THE RELIANCE' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 74699,30in. nitro barrels with raised filed rib, 2 1/2 chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, bolstered action engraved with fine scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14in figured stock, weight 6lb 9oz, in a leather case. See illustration page 122 £500-700 599. ARMSTRONG & CO. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 43922, 28in. nitro barrels, (right wall-thickness just below recommended minimum and some pitting), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 l/4in. stock including rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 4oz.; together with a Cogswell & Harrison 12-bore 'THE AVANT TOUT' boxlock ejector, serial no. 41331, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, scroll engraved action retaining some original colour-hardening, 16 l/4in. stock (cracked and repaired at hand) with leather cheekpiece and 2 l/4in. wood and rubber extension, weight 71b. 4oz. (2) £100-200 600. WILLIAM POWELL & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 12175, 28in. replacement nitro barrels by W. J. Jeffery & Co. Ltd. (9 Golden Square, Regent Street. London. W.', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with border engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish, 14 3/4in. figured stock including horn buttplate (slightly loose at head), weight 61b. 6oz See illustration page 124 £80-120 601. GALLYON & SONS 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 11134, 28in. replacement nitro barrels (by the maker's in 1974), rib engraved 'GALLYON & SONS 66 BRIDGE STREET CAMBRIDGE', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 114 choke, scrollengraved action, the triggerguard with a horn of plenty, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, the rib and top lever gold-inlaid 'l ', 15 l/4in. figured replacement stock including buttplate (together with original 14 3/4in. swept stock), weight 6lb. 8oz., in its Brady canvas case with accessories. £400-600

602. GALLYON & SONS 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 11973, 28in. nitro barrels, rib engraved 'GALLYON & SONS 66 BRIDGE STREET CAMBRIDGE', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and imp cyl, scroll-engraved action, the triggerguard with a horn of plenty, retaining virtually full colourhardening and finish, the rib and toplever gold-inlaid '2 ', 15 l/4in. figured stock including 5/8in. ebonite extension, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a canvas case with accessories. The gun appears to be little used. See illustration page 123 £1500-2000 603. WEBLEY & SCOTT LTD. 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 69181 , 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, intercepting sears, carved leaf fences , removeable disc strikers, 15 l/2in. highly figured stock, weight 6lb. lOoz. £600-800 604. HARRIER DE LUXE 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 95440, 28in. nitro barrels, together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a toplever hammergun by Midland Gun Co. serial no. 18534,; a percussion fowling piece and the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore rotary-underlever single-barrelled hammergun, no visible serial number (4) £80-120 605. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 37460, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels with scroll engraving at the breech end, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, treble wedge fast scalloped-back action with hold-open toplever, serpentine fences, manual side safety, best fine scroll engraving, bright finish overall, 14 3/4in. figured stock including l/2in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 5oz. £300-500 606. CHAS. BOSWELL 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 13321 , 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with scrollwork (worn), 14 3/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece insert (cracked and repaired at hand) and l/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 8oz; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore Anson & Deeley boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 7153 (2) £30-50

607. CHARLES LANCASTER 12-BORE "SUPER TWELVE" SELF-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 14486, 29in. nitro chopperlump barrels (pitted at muzzle), 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork signed in gold "SUPER TWELVE" , removable disc strikers, bottom plate signed in gold "CHARLES LANCASTER LONDON", 14 l/2in. wellfigured replacement stock (from semi pistol grip to straight hand), weight 6lb. 5oz. See illustration page 124 £500-700 608. J HARKOM & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2116, 30in. nitro damascus barrels (wall thickness below recommended minimum), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, action engraved with fine tight scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, carved fences, 14 l /2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. lOoz, in its relined oak and leather case. See illustration page 124 £250-350 609. ALEX HENRY 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 25779, 28in. nitro barrels (right hand wall-thickness marginal, slightly loose on action), 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, unsigned action with border and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock (slightly loose), weight 6lb. 5oz. £150-250

610. WEBLEY & SCOTT 12-BORE 'MODEL 700' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 136483, 28in. nitro barrels, bored approx 1/2 and 3/4 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining virtually all original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a vinyl R.Gallyon case. £700-900 611. NEWNHAM LTD 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.5670, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, action partially engraved with scrollwork, 15 l/4in. figured stock including 1 l/2in. wood extension, weight 6lb 1Ooz. £250-350

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612. WILLIAM FORD 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.13497, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colourhardening, 14 l/2in. well-figured semipistolgrip stock including 3/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb 12oz, in its maker's leather case. See illustration page 121 £300-500 613. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE 'THE AVANT TOUT' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 23926, 30in. nitro barrels (some pitting and loose on action), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, carved fences, bold scroll engraving, 15 l/4in. stock including 1in. wood extension (loose), weight 6lb. 5oz., in a canvas case. £70-90 614. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE 'THE BLAGDON' SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR , serial no. 23767, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/4in. well-figured central vision stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. £200-300 615. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.69013 , grade D.H. 22, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, scalloped action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, top safety, 14 l /2in. figured stock (cracked and pinned at head of stock), weight 6lb., in its makers canvas case. See illustration page 122 £250-350 616. CHARLES BELLIS & SONS SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2295, 28in. nitro barrels, rib engraved 'CHARLES HELLIS & SONS. 119 EDGWARE ROAD. HYDE PARK. LONDON. W', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, profusely engraved with best bold acanthus scrollwork, recessed dummy sideplates, 13 l/2in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. , in a Cogswell & Harrison leather case. £300-500

616A. C.G. BONEHILL 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3476, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with fine scrollwork and unsigned cartouches, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 1S l/4in. figured replacement stock, weight 6lb 1Ooz.

£1S0-2SO

621. W.W. GREENER 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 67290, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels (sleeved from 16-bore), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 choke in both, treble-grip action with automatic side safety, bold scroll engraving, 13 7/8in. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 2oz. See illustration page 121

£S00-700 SMALL BORE

617. LINCOLN JEFFERIES 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, no visible serial number, 30in. damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, border engraved action retaining some original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 6lb. £400-600 618. MIDLAND GUN CO. 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. l 102SO, 28in. nitro barrels (right hand bore dimension marginal), tubes engraved 'SPECIALLY MADE FOR FITCHETT. HOOK. RANTS. BY "MIDLAND GUN CO.", 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 112 choke in both, arcaded fences, border and scroll engraving surrounding game scenes, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock with recessed chequered side panels, weight 6lb. 1Ooz. £400-600 619. JOHN WILKES 28-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 1368S, 26in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'JOHN. WILKES. 79. BEAK ST. LONDON.' 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, beaded border engraved action retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l/2in. stock including 2in. wood extension, weight 4lb. 12oz., in a canvas case with J. Purdey trade label. The gun was completed circa 193S. See illustration page 124 £600-800 620. AN ENGLISH 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 39716, 28in. nitro damascus barrels (slightly loose on action and with some pitting), unsigned rib, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, unsigned treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, retaining some original colour-hardening and finish, 13 3/4in. figured stock including buttplate, weight Slb. 4oz., in a leather case. See illustration page 124 £400-600

622. WILKINSON'S (PALL MALL. LONDON) .410 MARTINI-ACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. 2S90 I 34S7, 26 S/8in. nitro barrel (converted from .360 No.S) with open sights and matt sight rib, partially-engraved action, cocking-indicator not secured, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock, weight 4lb. l 3oz. £20-30 623. ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. 20-BORE BACK ACTION SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no.27034, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some colour-hardening (renewed), removable disc strikers, 14 l /2in. wellfigured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight Slb. 8oz. £700-900 624. FABRIQUE NATIONALE 16-BORE (3SHOT) SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 47104, 29 l /2in. nitro barrel. £80-120 625. GEORGE GIBBS 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. B7737, 26 l /2in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'GEORGE GIBBS LTD. 37 BALDWIN STREET. BRlSTOI: , 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, partial scroll engraving, retaining traces of colourhardening and laquer, 14 3/4in. stock including 1 l/2in. wood extension, weight Slb. 12oz. The gun was completed circa 1937.

£2S0-3SO

627. FABRIQUE NATIONALE 16-BORE BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1720, 30in. nitro barrels (slightly loose on action and some pitting), 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, plain treble-grip action with side-clips, 14in. stock, weight 6lb. £70-90 628. WEBLEY & SCOTT 20-BORE 'MODEL 700' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 133969, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. figured stock including l/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. l loz. See illustration page 124

£S00-700 629. ARMY & NAVY 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.44SSO, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, action partially engraved with rope work, !Sin figured replacement stock, weight Slb.Soz. £1000-lSOO 630. J.W.LAIRD & CO. 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 26193, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, action engraved with rose and scrollwork, 13 l /2in. figured stock (pinned at head), weight Sib. Soz.

£2S0-3SO 631. ARRIETA 20-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. S7-03374-99, 29in. nitro chopperlump barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, handdetachable lockplates, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, best fine scroll engraving, the triggerguard relief engraved in gold with AC and a fleur-de-lys, bright finish overall, 14 3/4in. exhibition-grade stock, weight 6lb., in its brass-cornered oak and leather case with accessories, including spare strikers and mainsprings. The gun appears to be virtually unused See illustration page 126

626. THOMAS HAWKES 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR,no visible serial number, 28in. nitro barrels (bore measurements marginal and pitted), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining traces of original finish, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight Slb. 12oz. See illustration page 124

632. GEORGE GIBBS .410 SIDELEVER SINGLE-BARRELLED HAMMERGUN, serial no. 32861, 28in. octagonal nitro barrel, 2 l/2in. chamber, plain action, 14 l/2in. well-figured pistolgrip stock, weight Sib.

£300-SOO

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633. **A FRENCH DARNE 16-BORE ROTARY-BREECH SHOTGUN, serial no. 1198S, 2S l/2in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored aprpox. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, blacked action engraved with rose and scrollwork, 14 1./2in. well-figured stock, weight Sib. 12oz. 3.2% Duty payable on the Hammer Price 17.5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price plus duty

See illustration page 21 S £600-800 634. *STEPHEN GRANT 20-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. S7 l 2, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, carved fences, best fine scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, IS 1/2in. highlyfigured stock including 2in. well-matched wood extension, weight 6lb. 5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price

See illustration page 116 £3000-SOOO 635. HARDY BROS 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.HI 1484, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colourhardening, beaded fences, 14 1/2in. wellfigured stock, weight 6lb., in a leather legof-mutton case. See illustration page 124 £700-900 636. E. FLETCHER 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 6100, 26 S/8in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, 14 1/2in. stock, weight Slb. 14oz.;together with a G. Hinton 16-bore boxlock nonejector, serial no. 1114, 26in . sleeved nitro barrels (loose on action), missing fore-end, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, 14 l/2in. highly-figured stock (2) £300-3SO 637. E.M. REILLY & CO. 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 30872, 28in. black powder only damascus barrels (loose on action and pitted), 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl both, action with fine scroll engraving (worn), ejector and safety mechanisms faulty, triggerguard broken through at bottomplate, 14 3/4in. stock (loose at head) with rubber inset cheekpad and 1in. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. 6oz. £S0-70

638. AYA 20-BORE 'MODEL 1' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. S 11829, 2Sin. nitro barrels with Churchill-rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, goldinlaid cocking-indicators, bouquet and scroll engraving, bright finish overall, 14 3/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb., in a Gallyon & Sons Brady canvas case, together with original guarantee dating the gun to 1977. £600-800 639. TWO SINGLE-BARRELLED FOLDING SHOTGUNS BY B.S.A; a .410 serial no. 301SS7 and a 12-bore serial no. 49088. (2) £S-10 640. JOHN SPRINGER 16-BORE SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 10001 , No. 1 of a pair, 29 1/2in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 choke in both, locks and action engraved with rose and scrollwork, fluted fences, intercepting sears, 14 1/2in. wellfigured stock including 1in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. 8oz. £2S0-3SO 641. WW GREENER 20-BORE 'G60' BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 36386, Grade G60, 27in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 3/3in. chambers, bored approx . true cyl andl/4 choke, slight pits on muzzle, scrollback action engraved with game scenes (worn), "G & N Patent 2003", manual safety, horn inserts, 14 l /2in. well-figured pistolgrip stock, weight Sib. 7oz., in its leather case. £1200-1600 642. COGSWELL & HARRISON LTD 16BORE 'EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR' SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.27119, No 2 of a pair, 28in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl in both, locks and action engraved with bold acanthus scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, non-selective single trigger, 14 1/2in. well-figured semipistolgrip stock, weight Sib. l loz., in its makers leather case with various accessories. See illustration page 127 £S00-700

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643. W.W.GREENER .410 BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no.60774, 27in. nitro barrels with filed rib signed "W.W.GREENER MAKER 68 HAYMARKET LONDON WORKS ST MARYS SQUARE BIRMINGHAM", 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, plain action signed "W.W. GREENER", manual side safety, 14 1/4in. well-figured stock, weight 3lb. 8oz. £700-900 644. E.HALLIDAY .410 BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no. 1223S, 27in. barrels, plain action, 13in. semi-pistolgrip stock (generally rusted). Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use £80-120 645. R. RAMSBOTTOM 28-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 276S7, 26 1/2in. damascus barrels, rib engraved 'R. RAMSBOTTOM. 18 MARKET ST. MANCHESTER' , action with fine border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 13 S/8in. figured stock (slightly loose at head), weight 4lb. 8oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate. See illustration page l 2S £300-SOO 646. ARMSTRONG & CO. 20-BORE BACKACTION SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 62062, 27 3/4in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, treble-grip action, partial scroll engraving, brushed bright finish overall, 14 l /2in. semi-pistolgrip stock, foreend wood cracked and repaired, weight Sib. 13oz. £300-SOO 647. EDWINSON GREEN & SONS 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 6670, 29in. Krupp-steel nitro reproved barrels (right hand wallcthickness below recommended minimum), rib engraved 'EDWINSON GREEN & SONS MAKERS CHELTENHAM & GLOUCESTER', 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, action with carved fences, fine scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original finish, 12 3/4in. stock, weight Sib. 3oz., in a canvas case. See illustration page l 2S £400-600

648. AYA 20-BORE 'N0.2' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 412834, 28in. nitro barrels (slightly loose on action), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl both, articulated front trigger, rolled-edge triggerguard, hand-detachable lockplates, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, arcaded fences, scroll engraving, retaining virtually full colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. stock, weight 6lb. The gun appears to be little used. £S00-700 649. WESTLEY RICHARDS 16-BORE 'GOLD NAME' BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no. 676S, 30in. black powder only damascus barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl in both, plain action with maker's name in gold, "Anson & Deeley patent 81SS", 14 l/4in. figured stock with metal buttplate, weight 6lb, in its makers leather case. See illustration page 127 £300-SOO 650. CHAS. BOSWELL 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 1S21S, 28in. barrels, scroll-engraved action, retaining traces of original colour and finish, 14 l/2in. well-figured tiger stripe stock including l/4in. wood extension, weight Sib 8oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate. £1S0-2SO 651. WATSON BROS. .410 SINGLEBARRELLED TOPLEVER FOLDING SHOTGUN, serial no. 4414, 2Sin. nitro barrel, colour-hardened action, 14in. stock. £30-SO 652. RADIUM 16-BORE BELGIAN MADE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 18402, 29 l/2in. chambers, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 112 and imp cyl choke, action retaining some original colourhardening, 14 l/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 6lb. 6oz. £70-90 653. J.P. SAUER & SOHN 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2S470S, 28 l/4in. nitro reproved Krupp-steel barrels with raised matt rib, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action with side-clips, intercepting sears, cocking-indicators, border and scroll engraving the underside with two pheasants, retaining some original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. well-figured pistolgrip stock with engraved pistolgrip-cap (retaining traces of original colour-hardening) and 1 l/4in. wood extension, weight 6lb. 4oz. The gun was completed in April 1940. £400-600

654. A BELGIAN 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.S742, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, scroll-back action engraved with scrollwork, retaining much colourhardening (renewed), carved oak leaf fences, manual safety, 14 l /2in. stock including lin wood extension, wood comb insert, weight Sib 12oz. £2S0-3SO 655. SIMSON-WERKE (SUHL) 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 39330, 28 3/8in. nitro barrels (some pitting and dents), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 choke in both, scroll-back action partially engraved, cocking-indicators, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /4in. pistolgrip stock (possibly a replacement, with insert repairs) with cheekpiece and horn buttplate, weight 6lb.; together with a Belgian 12-bore sidelock ejector, serial no. S2010, 27 l/2in. nitro barrels, silvered action, 13 3/4in. stock. (2) £S0-80 656. AYA 28-BORE 'MODEL N0.3' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 378694, 27in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and extra full choke, colour-hardened action, 13 l/2in. stock, weight Sib. £200-300 657. W.J.JEFFERY & SON 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 3018, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, lSin. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock including 2in. wood extension (strengthening screw at head), weight Sib. 9oz. £300-SOO 658. WEBLEY & SCOTT .410 'THE SPORTSMAN' BOLT-ACTION 3-SHOT SHOTGUN, serial no. 1408, 24 l /2in. nitro barrel; together with a B.S.A. (Italian made) 20-bore single-barrelled folding shotgun, serial no. 7S923, 28in. nitro barrel, 12 3/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, with 2 l/2in. wood extension (original cut-off, detached). (2) £S0-70 659. AYA 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. S29389, 27in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, border engraved action retaining much original finish, 14 S/8in. stock (cracked through at hand), weight Sib. l loz. £S0-70

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660. P. KNIGHT 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 2S7, 26in. replacement nitro barrels (by l.M. Crudgington, 7, Green Street, Bath. in 1977), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 choke in both, border engraved action with brushed bright and reblued finish, 13 3/4in. stock including buttplate, weight Sib. 14oz. £2S0-3SO 660a BOZARD & CO. 16-BORE 'SIMPLISSIMUS' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, with two sets of barrels, serial no. 6740, 26in. nitro barrels (some pitting and slightly loose on action), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, with 28in. nitro barrels by G.E. Lewis & Sons Birmingham, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, locks and action engraved with bold acanthus scrollwork, carved fences, 14 l/4in. well-figured stock including l/2in. extension, weight 6lb. 6oz £1200-1600

SMALL-BORE HAMMERGUNS 661. BELGIAN .410 SINGLE-BARRELLED SIDELEVER FOLDING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 6, 29 l/2in. black powder barrel, skeletal stock. £10-lS 662. J. LANG & SONS .410 CONVERTED SINGLE-BARRELLED ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3806, 2S 3/8in. nitro reproved octagonal to round barrel, converted from a rook rifle calibre, engraved 'J. LANG & SONS. 22. COCKSPUR ST. LONDON.', 3in. chamber, percussion fence, rebounding back-action lock, fine beaded border and acanthus scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l /2in. pistolgrip stock with pistolgrip-cap and 1 l/2in. wood extension, weight 4lb. 2oz. £200-300

663. A FINE 16-BORE LEFAUCHEUXPATENT DOUBLE-BARRELLED HAMMERGUN BY LEFAUCHEUX A PARIS, no visible serial number, 29 l/4in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, rib ornately relief engraved 'LEFAUCHEUX INVENTEUR BREVETE A PARIS', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, Lefaucheux-patent forward facing rotary underlever, fully-floating back-action locks, the underlever, hammers and top and bottom-straps relief engraved with best bold stylised acanthus on a matt background, the action and lockplates finely engraved with scenes of stag hunting and gundogs flushing rabbit and game birds, 13 3/8in. highlyfigured stock with sling-eyes and engraved steel buttplate, weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 30 £500-700 664. STEPHEN GRANT 25-BORE ROTARY UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.2849, 26in. damascus barrels with 3 leaf lift-up sights (bored to smooth bore), nonrebounding back action locks engraved with scrollwork, bolted hammers, 15in wellfigured stock with cheek piece, weight 7lb 8oz, generally rusted condition. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £300-500 665. E. WHISTLER 20-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, converted from a rifle calibre, serial no. 10270, 28 l/8in. nitro twostage barrel with matt sight rib, open sights and improvised foresight, barrel engraved 'E. WHISTLER, 11 . STRAND. LONDON.' and 'HENRY'S PATENT A&T 4745', 2 3/4in. chamber, bored approx. 1/2 choke, percussion fence, rebounding back-action lock, border and scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l /2in. well-figured pistolgrip stock with pistolgripcap and steel buttplate, weight 6lb. 4oz. £150-250 666. ZOLi 20-BORE PERCUSSION SHOTGUN, serial no. 20770, 26 in. barrel (sights missing), 13 l/2in. figured half-stock, brass mounts, Italian black powder proof marks. £20-30

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J. LECLERCQ .410 SINGLEBARRELLED SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 2836, 29 3/4in. octagonal to round black powder only barrel (loose on action); together with an Arrni Silma 12-bore single-trigger over and under ejector, serial no. 28905, 28in. nitro barrels, fore-end loop coming loose; together with a B.S.A. 12-bore 'Snipe' single-barrelled shotgun, serial no. YD2879 (3) £30-50 668. W.W. GREENER 16-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 26936, 30in. damascus barrels, rib engraved ' PATENT TREBLE WEDGE FAST, NO. 3084. W. W.GREENER 68 HAYMARKET. LONDON. WINNER AT THE LONDON GUN TRIALS 1875, 1877, 1878 & 1879', treble-grip action with percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, plain finish, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock including horn buttplate (damaged), weight 6lb. 6oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £80-120 669. W.R. LEESON 28-BORE DOUBLEBARRELLED ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1601, 28in. nitro reproved barrels, rib engraved 'W.R. LEESON, ASHFORD & 29, MADDOX STREET, LONDON.W. "K" QUALITY.' 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, Jones patent rotary underlever, percussion fences, rebounding back-action locks, plain finish, retaining much original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. figured stock including buttplate (pin at head), weight Sib. 7oz., in its canvas and leather case. See illustration page 128 £600-800 670. BELGIAN .410 SINGLE-BARRELLED SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 8308, 30 l/4in. black powder only octagonal to round barrel, plain action, 12 l/2in. wellfigured stock including buttplate, weight 3lb. 12oz. £30-50 671. E.M. REILLY 28-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 24887, 28in. damascus barrels, rebounding back-action locks, fine border and scroll engraving (worn on action, with some light pitting)l4in. highly-figured stock (chipped at rear of topstrap) including horn buttplate, fore-end wood loose, weight 4lb. 12oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £300-500

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672. J. E. WHITEHOUSE (OAKHAM) .410 DOUBLE-BARRELLED SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, 28 l/4in. black powder only barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, plain action, !Sin. stock including I in. wood extension, weight 4lb. 6oz. £80-120 673. EL CHIMBO .410 SINGLEBARRELLED SIDELEVER FOLDING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 98933, 28in. black powder only barrel. £S-10 674. EL CHIMBO .410 DOUBLEBARRELLED SIDELEVER FOLDING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 46153, 26in. black powder only barrels; together with a .410 single-barrelled side lever folding hammergun, serial no. Hl2J, 26in. black powder only barrel, stock initialled 'J.J.G.'; and the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore toplever hammergun by J. Tucker (79 Newington Green, London), serial no. S261 (3) £30-SO 675. E.M. REILLY .410 CONVERTED SINGLE-BARRELLED ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, converted from a rifle calibre, 27 7/8in. turned nitro barrel, 3in. chamber, bored approx. full choke, percussion fence, rebounding back-action lock, plain brushed bright and reblued finish, 14 3/4in. figured semi-pistolgrip stock, comb insert, weight 6lb. I Ooz. £50-70 676. STEVENS .410 CONVERTED ROLLING-BLOCK SHOTGUN, serial no. 15762, 25 3/4in. octagonal to round barrel, converted from 25-20 cal. £50-70 677. J PURDEY 20-BORE THUMB-BREAK HAMMERGUN, serial no. 8340, 28in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl in both, rebounding floating locks engraved with fine scrollwork, 14 l /4in. highly-figured stock including Jin. wood extension, weight Sib. 8oz. See illustration page 129 £7000-9000 678. W.W.GREENER 20-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.12080, 28in. black powder only barrels signed "J.MACPHERSON 24 CHURCH STREET STREET INVERNESS", badly pitted, non-rebounding back action locks with bolted hammers, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 6lb. £2S0-3SO

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679. JOSEPH LANG & SON 16-BORE SELFCOCKING SNAP-ACTION UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 7098, (No. 1 of a pair) 28in. nitro damascus barrels signed 'Joseph Lang & Son, 22 Cockspur Street, Pall Mall, London', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, rebounding sidelocks engraved with fine rose and scrollwork, percussion fences, top safety catch, 14 1/2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. See illustration page 130 £3000-4000

680. THOMAS BOSS 16-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, No.2 of a pair, 30 l /2in. black powder only damascus barrels inscribed "THOMAS BOSS 73 ST JAMES' S STREET LONDON", (wall thickness below recommend minimum), non rebounding sidelocks partially engraved with scrollwork, unnamed locks, percussion fences, 14in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. £800-1200 681. KAVANAGH (DUBLIN) 20-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 11375, 28in. barrels, rebounding floating back-action locks, border engraving, topstrap cracked, 14 l/4in. stock (slightly loose) including 1 l/2in. wood extension, weight Sib. 9oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use £50-70

682. BELGIAN .410 DOUBLE-BARRELLED SIDELEVER FOLDING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 2311, 28 l/2in. black powder only barrels (some pitting) £20-30 683. BELMONT INTERCHANGEABLE 16BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. ICIE, 28in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 1/2 choke, rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork and two vignettes of running spaniels, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. £300-500 684. CHAS OSBOURNE & CO 28-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 61170, 28 l/4in. barrels signed 'Chas Osbourne & Co. London', rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. figured stock weight 5lb. 8oz. In a canvas case. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £500-700

685. F.T.BAKER 28-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 6469, 28in. barrels signed 'ET.Baker Gun Manufacturer 88 Fleet Street, London' rebounding backaction locks engraved with scrollwork, percussion fences, 13 l/4in. well-figured stock, weight 5lb. Sold with a proof exemption certificate. £250-350 686. A.J. JEWSON .410 TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3143, 28in. nitro barrels, 2in. chambers, rebounding backaction locks, border engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. well-figured stock, weight 4lb. !Ooz. £300-500 687. ENGLISH 20-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED SIDELEVER FOLDING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 626, 28in. nitro barrel, 2 l/2in. chamber, bored approx. 114 choke, plain action retaining virtually full original finish, 14 3/4in. stock, weight 3lb. l loz. £100-200

688. J.V.NEEDHAM 16-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER SINGLE-BARRELLED HAMMERGUN, serial no.4850, 3lin nitro damascus barrel, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 choke in both, non-rebounding floating lock retaining much colourhardening (renewed), 14in well-figured stock with metal buttcap, weight 5lb 4oz. £400-600 689. J.MACNAUGHTON 20-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 465, 30in. damascus barrels, rebounding sidelocks engraved with fine scrollwork, percussion fences, (one hammer spur repaired), 14 l/2in. well-figured stock with heel and toe plates, weight 6lb.Sold with a proof exemption certificate £250-350

690. B. E. HERSTAL 16-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 100, 27 3/4in. nitro barrels (pitted), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, treblegrip action, percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, partial engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, l 4in. stock (slight crack to rear of right lockplate), weight 6lb. 6oz., in a canvas case. £80-120

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HAMMERGUNS 691. J. RIGBY & C0.12-BORE PUSHFORWARD UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 15410, 30in. replacement nitro reproved barrels by Geo. Bate Ltd, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, Rigby patent singlebite snap-action with sprung, hold-open push forward underlever (operating on a leaf spring in the base of the action bar), percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, best border and scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. !oz. See illustration page 78 £800-1200

692. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE 'THE SANDHURST' TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 14170, 30in. nitro barrels (wall thickness marginal), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, rebounding back action locks engraved with scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, percussion fences, 13 3/4in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 8oz. £600-800 693. LEECH & SON 12 -BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.2080, 28 J/2in. black powder only damascus barrels ( badly pitted), nonrebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, base fire hammers, 14 l/2in. well-figured stock with heel & toe plates, weight 6lb 1Ooz. £50-70 694. C.W. ANDREWS LTD. 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1422, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels with matt rib, engraved 'C.W. ANDREWS LD. LONDON', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/4 choke, treble-grip action, percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, best border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/8in. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock with heel and toeplates (possible slight repair at hand), weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 131 £700-900

695. WILLIAM EVANS (FROM PURDEY'S) 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1324, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, rib engraved 'WILLIAM EVANS (FROM PURDEY'S) 4. HOLDEN TERRACE. VICTORIA STATION. LONDON.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, treble-grip action with percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with best border and scroll engraving, 14 l/4in. figured stock (cracked and repaired through hand) including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 61b. lOoz. See illustration page 132 £400-600 696. W. BURROW 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 64442, 30in. nitro barrels (left barrel with scoring) 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, rebounding back-action locks, border engraving, retaining some colour-hardening, I 4in. semi-pisto lgrip stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. I Ooz. £150-250 697. STENSBY (MANCHESTER) 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1653, 30in. black powder reproved damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, 'Patent double bolt' action, carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with faceted hammers, border and scroll engraving, bright finish overall, 13 3/4in. stock (pinned at head) with heel and toe plates, weight 71b. £80-120 698. WARD & SONS 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 9071, 30in. nitro barrels with matt rib engraved ' WARD & SONS, CENTRAL GUNWORKS. BIRMINGHAM' , 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and full choke, treble-grip action, rebounding back-action locks, incorporating patent safety mechanism, patent No. 1243/09 (as the hammer is cocked, a sprung-loaded locking bolt prevents the hammers from further movement. The lock bolt is released by pressure being applied to the safety catch which forms an integral part of the buttplate), border engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. semipistolgrip stock including horn buttplate, weight 7lb. !oz.; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore toplever hammergun by J.G. Graves (Sheffield) , serial no. 9266 (2) £200-300

699. T. WILD 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 9211, 30in. nitro reproved barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action, rebounding sidelocks, border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces oforiginal colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. semipistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 61b. 8oz. £150-250 700. ALEXR. HENRY 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 5577, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. I /4 and 3/4 choke, W.M. Scott patent multiple bite snap action, patent no. 2752 of 1865, use number 31709, carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, best fine border and scroll engraving, triggerguard forming a skeletal pistolgrip, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l /2in. figured stock including I l/4in. wood extension, W. Scott patent fore-end release catch, patent no. 615 of 1876, weight 6lb. 8oz., in a canvas case with Alexander Henry label. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 24th September 1883 for Sir John Sinclair Bt. See illustration page 131 £600-800 701. JAMES PURDEY 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.8825, No I of a pair, 30in. nitro damascus barrels signed "J.PURDEY 314 1/2 OXFORD STREET LONDON", 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx . true cyl in both, rebounding border engraved floating locks, (right lock inscribed Purdey but upsidedown), percussion fences, 14 3/4in. well-figured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 9oz., in a J.Purdey leather case (relined). The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1873 See illustration page 133 £1200-1600 702. R.BARNARD 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, N.VS.N. 30in. damascus barrels,rebounding sidelocks, flats stamped Joseph Barzier, 14 l/2in full cross-over stock, weight 6lb. 10.oz In its makers case. Made for Rev. Arthur Fuller, Sandringham. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £150-200

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703. P. WEBLEY & SON 12-BORE PUSHFORWARD UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 9512, 30in. damascus barrels, rib engraved 'P WEBLEY & SON. ST. JAMES ' S, LONDON', si ngle bite snap action, push-forwad underlever, carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with ornate hammers, border and fine scroll engraving surrounding game scenes, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 14oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. See illustration page 132 £250-350 704. HOLLAND AND HOLLAND 12 BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.7543 , 30in black powder only damascus barrels (badly pitted), non-rebounding locks engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/4in well-figured stock, weight 61bs I Ooz. £200-300 705. MIDLAND GUN COMPANY 12-BORE SINGLE BARRELLED TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.28613, 30 l/2in nitro damascus barrels, 2 3/4in chambers, bored approx full choke in both, rebounding barlock,14in figured pistol-grip stock, weight 61b. £80-120 706. T. WILD 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.19781, 30in nitro damascus barrels (some pitting), 2 l/2in chambers, bored approx imp cyl & 3/4 choke, rebounding back-action locks retaining some original colour-hardening, 14in figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 61b 9oz; together with a Fred Cole 12-bore push-forward snap-action underlever hammergun, serial no.3073, 30in damascus barrels Sold with a proof exemption certificate (2) £150-250 707. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE 'THE DOMINION' TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.40328, 30in damascus barrels, rebounding sidelocks, borderengraved, 14 1/4in semi-pistol grip stock, weight 6lb 9oz; together with a M.Loughlin 12-bore toplever hammergun,serial no. I 0, 30in damascus barrels,rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colourhardening, 14in figured stock. Sold with proof exemption certificates (2) £200-300

708. SMITH AND TOWNSEND 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, no vislble serial number, 27in. black powder only damascus barrels (shortened), some pits at muzzle, 2 l/2in chambers, true cyl in both,rebounding back action locks engraved with scrollwork, percussion fences, 14in well-figured stock; together with a J.S.Boreham 12-bore toplever hammergun, no vislble serial number,28in damascus barrels (sold with proof exemption certificate), rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, percussion fences , "W.ANSON PUSH ROD FORE-END CATCH PATENT NO 4549" 14 l/2 in wellfigured stock £200-300 (2) 709. STEPHEN GRANT 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.4475 (no. 1 of a pair), 29in damascus barrels, rebounding back action locks engraved with scrollwork, 13 l/2in stock; together with a I.WOODWARD & SONS 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.4972, 30in damascus barrels , back-action locks missing hammers Sold with proof exemption certificates (2) £50-70

710. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE BARIN-WOOD TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 12653, No 1 of a pair, 28in. nitro damascus barrels (shortened), single lump,2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, non-rebounding sidelocks engraved with fine scrollwork, "patent no. 2616", 14 l/2in. well-figured stock with metal butt cap, weight 6lb. lOoz., in a leather case. £300-500

711. *A FINE AND EARLY PURDEY 12BORE BAR-IN-WOOD TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS, serial no. 9668, No.2 of a pair, 29 l/2in. fine damascus barrels with broad rib, engraved 'J. PURDEY & SONS, AUDLEY HOUSE, SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON', 2 l/2in . chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, 27 l/4in. fine damascus nitro reproved barrels with sunken rib, engraved ' J. PURDEY. 314 1/2. OXFORD STREET. LONDON.', 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with dolphin hammers, bar-inwood, best fine scroll engraving, retaining much original colour-hardening and much original finish, 13 7/8in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock (including buttplate) with engraved and colour-hardened pistolgrip-cap, weight 6lb. 7oz. (29 l/2in. barrels) and 6lb. 8oz. (27 l/2in. barrels), in its pigskin-bound oak case with Purdey Guns Instruction booklet. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1877 5% VAT payable on the Hammer Price

See illustration pages 134 and 135 £5000-7000

712. A J.V. NEEDHAM PATENT 12-BORE SIDELEVER SELF HALF-COCKING SNAP ACTION BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN BY W.& C. SCOTT & SON, serial no. 8038, 30in. damascus barrels, Needham patent rotating single bolt snap action, patent no. 1544 of 22 May 1862, use number 86, forward facing sidelever opening the barrels and simultaneously half-cocking the hammers, non-rebounding sidelocks with hammers of pinfire form, permanently attached fore-end, bar-in-wood (some damage), border and scroll engraving, 14 l/4in. figured stock, weight 6lb. 6oz.Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £80-120 713. J.BURROW 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 7019, 30in. nitro barrels signed ' J.Burrow Maker 116 Fishergate, Preseton' 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 112 choke, rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, I 4 I /2in. well-figured stock, weight 6lb. 12oz. £500-700

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714. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 20532, 30in. nitro barrels signed 'Shot & Regulated by Holland & Holland' 2 l/2in,. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 112 choke, rebounding borderengraved backaction locks signed ' H&H', 14 l/2in. stock, weight 6lb. l loz. £100-150 715. WEBLEY & SCOTT LTD. 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 100046, 30in. black powder only barrels, (some dents), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and full choke, rebounding back-action locks, locks, action and hammers with scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 11 oz. £250-350 716. J. LANG & SONS 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 6547, 29 l/2in. damascus barrels, treble-grip action with carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks, rounded bar, 14 l/2in. highlyfigured stock (crack to rear of left lockplate) including buttplate, weight 6lb. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £150-250 717. PEDERSOLI 12-BORE DOUBLEBARRELLED PERCUSSION SHOTGUN, serial no. 16247 28in. black powder only barrels. The gun appears to be little used. £50-70 718. J.& W. TOLLEY 12-BORE (3IN) 'ALTRO' TOPLEVER WILD FOWLING HAMMERGUN, serial no. 84643 , 32in. nitro reproved barrels with matt rib, 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, treble-grip action with side-clips, rebounding back-action sidelocks, border and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 3/8in. semi-pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 12oz. £250-350

719. H. HOLLAND 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1450, 30in. damascus barrels, rib engraved 'H. HOLLAND 98 NEW BOND STREET. LONDON', carved serpentine fences, elongated topstrap, Jones patent rotary-underlever, non-rebounding backaction locks, bold scroll engraving, 14 l/4in. well-figured stock including 5/8in. wood extension and steel buttplate, weight 6lb. 8oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. See illustration page 132 £200-300

720. G. NEWNHAM 12-BORE SINGLE BARRELLED ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, 32in. three stage nitro damascus barrel signed "GEORGE NEWNHAM LANDPORT PORTSMOUTH", 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 choke, nonrebounding sidelock engraved with bold acanthus retaining much colour-hardening (renewed), percussion fences, 14 l/4in. wellfigured stock with metal buttplate, weight 61b. £300-500 721. J.BRYCE 12-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, 31 1/2in. nitro brown twist barrel signed "I.BRYCE 30 WEST REGISTER STREET EDINBURGH", 2 3/4in. chamber, bored approx. true cyl choke, rebounding back action lock engraved with scrollwork, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, percussion fences, scroll-backed triggerguard, weight 51b. 12oz. £400-600

722. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 18060, 28in. nitro reproved damascus barrels (possibly shortened), rib engraved 'W.W. GREENER. ST. MARY'S WORKS BIRMINGHAM. WINNER AT THE LONDON GUN TRIALS. 1875', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and true cyl, unsigned action with percussion fences, border and scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/8in. tiger-stripe stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 14oz. See illustration page 132 £250-350

723. THOMAS HORSLEY 12-BORE BAR-INWOOD PULL-BACK TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1340, 30in. black powder only damascus barrels (pitted and loose on action), rib engraved ' THOMAS HORSLEY & SON. MAKERS YORK' , 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, Horsley patent pull-back toplever, bar-in-wood, percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with dolphin hammers, border and scroll engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l /2in. figured stock including buttplate, stock cracked at knuckle and cracked and repaired at hand, weight 7lb. £250-350 724. B. NORMAN 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMER EJECTOR, serial no. 821, No.2 of a pair, 28in. nitro barrels signed in gold "B.NORMAN FRAMLINGHAM SUFFOLK" 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, Anson push rod fore-end, rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, retaining much colourhardening (renewed), percussion fences, "PATENT NO 9348 ISSUE NO. 187", 14 3/4in. well-figured replacement stock with skeleton butt cap, weight 61b. 9oz. See illustration page 135 £3000-5000

725. PURDEY 12-BORE THUMB-BREAK HAMMERGUN, serial no. 7085, 25in. damascus barrels (shortened), Purdey 1863 first patent thumbhole underlever, nonrebounding back-action locks (one hammer repaired) with best border and scroll engraving, 14 l/2i n. well-figured stock (cracked at head) including buttplate, weight 6lb. 7oz. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed in 1865. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. See illustration page 132 £250-350 726. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE BARIN-WOOD TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3807, 30in. damascus barrels with broad rib, carved serpentine fences, rebounding sidelocks with c-scroll hammers, Westley Richards patent toplever, bar-inwood, fore-end meeting the knuckle in a crab joint, plain finish, 14 in. figured stock including steel buttplate, weight 71b. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £150-250

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727. JOHN LANE 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 1228, 30 3/4in. damascus barrels, rib engraved ' JOHN LANE. LEAMINGTON. PATENT CENTRAL FIRE NO. 1427.', carved serpentine fences, rebounding sidelocks with hare's-ear hammers, bold acanthus and feathered border engraving, action stamped 'TL patent 1461 ', 14 3/4in. highly-figured stock (cracked and repaired at hand) including I in. wood extension and steel buttplate, weight 71b. 5oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £80-120 728. STANLEY DUNCAN & SON 12-BORE (3IN) TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 16831, 30in. nitro barrels (badly pitted), 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, rebounding sidelocks, 14 3/4in. semipistolgrip stock, including 1in. rubber extension, weight Sib. !Ooz. £200-300 729. AN EARLY JOHN THOMAS 1870 PATENT 12-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN BY CHARLES MCLOUGHLIN (CHELTENHAM), serial no. 5185, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, J.Thomas patent 'solid self-locking vertical grip' single bite snap action, patent no. 324 of 4th Feb. 1870, use no. 362, percussion fences, sprung rotary-underlever, rear barrel lump with extended bite, non-rebounding sidelocks with ornate hammers, fine beaded and plaited borders with bold scrollwork and game scene engraving, 14in. figured stock with horn buttplate (crack at hand), weight 6lb. 12oz. See illustration page 130 £500-700 730. STEPHEN GRANT 12-BORE SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 4517 (No. I of a pair), 30in. damascus black powder only barrels (badly pitted), generally in poor condition; together with a Webley & Scott 12-bore toplever hammergun, serial no. I 00 I 06, 30in. black powder only barrels (2) £70-90

731. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE BARIN-WOOD TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 10100,; together with a 12-bore rotary-underlever hammergun by Parker Field & Sons, serial no. 194 and a 16-bore rotary-underlever hammergun by J. Beattie, serial no. 3153. Sold with proof exemption certificates as unsuitable for use.(3) £150-250 732. CHAS. INGRAM 12-BORE 'HENRY WALKER'S PATENT PERPENDICULAR OSCILLATING SNAP SPORTING GUN', no visible serial number, 30in. nitro reproved damascus barrels (initialled 'H.W'), rib engraved 'CHAS. INGRAM. 18B RENFIELD ST. GLASGOW', 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl in both, Walker patent action (a rearwards extension on the rear lump being locked in place by a swinging bolt set in the standing breech), patent no. 445 of 1872, use no. 2219, carved percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with dolphin hammers, action and sideplates engraved with vignettes of gun dogs, game birds and hare, surrounded by fine scrollwork, bright finish overall (some light exterior pitting), 14 3/8in. well-figured stock (some repairs around lockplates furniture and right underhorn cracked and repaired), fore-end with insert repair, stock with white metal escutcheon with a swan and garter engraved 'NON SINE PERICULO', weight 6lb. 9oz., in a leather case with Charles Ingram trade label See illustration page 132 £400-600 733. JOSEPH LANG & SONS 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3849, 29in. damascus barrels, rebounding sidelocks engraved with fine scrollwork, percussion fences,14 l/4in. well-figured stock, weight 7lb. Sold with a proof exemption certificate £50-70

734. CHARLES BOSWELL 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 18134, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, rebounding sidelocks engraved with scrollwork, retaining much original colour-hardending (locks unsigned), percussion fences, 14 l/2in. highly-figured semi-pistolgrip stock with heel and toe plates, weight 6lb. 6oz. £500-700 735. A VIRTUALLY UNUSED REMINGTON ARMS CO 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMER PIGEON GUN, serial no.44594, 32in. nitro brown twist barrels with raised wide filed rib signed 'REMINGTON ARMS CO ILION N.Y U.S.A.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 314 choke in both, rebounding sidelocks retaining much colour-hardening, locks signed 'Remington Arms Co', quadruple lumps, 15 l/4in. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock including 1 l/4in. leather-covered recoil pad, weight 8lb. 8oz., in its 'Abercrombie & Fitch Co New York' retailers leather carrying case, case inscribed 'D.Bruce Syosset N.Y.' See illustration page 136 £700-900 736. HOLLAND & HOLLAND 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 6986, 30in. nitro damascus barrels inscribed 'HOLLAND & HOLLAND 98 NEW BOND STREET LONDON' , 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, rebounding back action locks engraved with fine scrollwork, percussion fences, 14 l/2in. wellfigured replacement stock, weight 6lb. 9oz. See illustration page 13 7 £700-900 736a W & J DAVIS 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.119543, 30in. nitro damascus barrels with raised filed rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, rebounding sidelocks engraved with game scenes retaining some original colour-hardening, 15 l/2in. figured semi-pistol grip stock including 1in. wood extension, weight 7lb. £250-350

OVER AND UNDERS 737. P. BERETTA 12-BORE 'TERCENTENNIAL COMMEMORATIVE MODEL' NUMBER 110 OF 200 SINGLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, with two sets of barrels, serial no. 80410, 28in. nitro barrels, serial no. 80410, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, 28in. nitro barrels, serial no. 10410, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/4 choke, automatic safety with integral barrel selector switch, hold-open toplever, fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of mallard and woodcock in flight, the underside of the action depicting a gunsmith at work at his anvil, with hammer, sidelock and over and under guns, the triggerguard gold inlaid '1680 I 1980', triggerplate signed 'Bottega C. Giovanelli', 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 3oz., in a vinyl case £1200-1600 738. 'BABY' BRETTON 12-BORE SLIDINGBREECH OVER AND UNDER BOXLOCK EJECTOR, BY BREVETTE, serial no. 30863, 27 3/4in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 chole, patent sliding breech engraved with scrollwork, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock including l /2in. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. £250-350 739. ARMI MAROCCHI 12-BORE SINGLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.153659, 27 l /2in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, multi choke, silvered action engraved with Woodcock & Partridge, 14in pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. £80-120 740. J.WOODWARD & SONS 12-BORE OVER AND UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6707, circa 1925, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels (re-proof 1992), 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 112 and 1/4 choke, locks and action engraved with fine rose and scrollwork1 retainmg traces of original colour-haraening, gold-inlaid cocking-indicators, bottom plate signed 'I.Woodwards Patent Under & Over' 15 l/4in. highly-figured replacement stock, fore-end wood cracked and repaired, weight 6lb. IOoz. The ' Under & Over' Woodward was developed in 1913 and subsequently improved in 1921 by C. L. Woodward, W.Evershed & C.Hill.

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741. B.C. MIROKU 12-BORE '6000 SP-III' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 86255PY, 29in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 112 choke, selective singletrigger, manual safety with integral barrel selector switch, border and bold scroll engraving, silver finish, 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 5oz. £300-500 742. RIZZINI 12-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER SIDEPLATED OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 35602, 27 1/2in. barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, multi-chokes. £30-50 743. MERKEL 12-BORE 'MODEL 303E' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 95088, 28in. nitro reproved barrels with 8mm raised matt top-rib and wood side-fillets, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 1/2 choke, selective single-trigger, handdetachable lockplates with disguised flush release lever, manual safety, cockingindicators, action relief engraved with bold scrollwork on a matt background, the Iockplates deeply carved with scenes of gundogs flushing wildfowl and game birds, 14 l/2in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with ebonite pistolgrip-cap and 3/4in. horn buttplate, weight 71b. 8oz. The gun was completed circa 1974 and appears little used See illustration page 132 £2500-3500 744. KROMSON 12-BORE 'SKEET BLACK' OVER AND UNDER SINGLE-TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 166216, 28in nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 114 choke, blacked action, 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock, weight Sib. £50-70 745. ROTTWEIL 12-BORE 'SKEET OLYMPIA 72' OVER AND UNDER SINGLE-TRIGGER EJECTOR, serial no.67998, 26 3/4in. nitro barrels with raised ventilated rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, silver action, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip monte carlo stock, weight 7lb.12oz., in a carrying case. £200-300

746. CLASSIC DOUBLES 20-BORE 'CLASSIC MODEL 101' (3IN) SINGLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. CB51238, 28in. nitro barrels, (loose on action), 3in. chambers, multi chokes, blacked action with game and scroll engraving, adjustable selective singletrigger, manual safety with integral barrel selector switch, 13in. pistolgrip stock including 3/4in wood and rubber extension, weight 7lb. 2oz. £200-300 747. FLLI GAMBA ARMI 12-BORE SINGLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 71895, 29in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and 3/4 choke, border engraved silver action, manual safety, non-selective single trigger, 14in. pistolgrip stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 71b. 13oz. £150-250 748. LINCOLN 12-BORE 'N0.2 INTERCHOKE' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 52727, 27 3/8in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, multi chokes, sideplated action with game and scroll engraving, automatic safety with integral barrel selector switch, (triggerguard slightly loose) 14 1/4in. figured pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 8oz. £150-250 749. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE 'OVUNDO' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 17522, 28in. nitro reproved barrels with matt ventilated top-rib, centre rib engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO. LONDON "OVUNDO" OVUNDO SYSTEM REGD. NO. 354045 I 1913', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and 1/4 choke, Westley Richards 'patent one-trigger', hold-open toplever, scroll-back action with bold acanthus engraving, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l/4in. figured stock (cracked at hand) including 5/8in. rubber recoil pad, fore-end with slight crack) weight 61b. 12oz., in a brass-cornered pigskin case with Westley Richards trade label See illustration page 139 £3000-5000

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750. ARAMBERRI 12-BORE 'FUEGO' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER BOXLOCK EJECTOR TRAP GUN, serial no. 176653, 29 l /2in. nitro barrels with ventilated rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, border engraved action, 14 l/2in. pistolgrip stock, weight 71b. 14oz. £250-350 751. P.BERETTA 20-BORE 'MOD S686 SPECIAIJ SINGLE-TRIGGER BOXLOCK OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. E72773B, 28in. nitro barrels with ventilated narrow rib, 2 3/4in chambers, multichoke, silvered action, 14 l/4in. figured stock, weight 61b. £300-500 752. JOHN POWELL (REIGATE) 12-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 7589, 26in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 choke both, scroll-back action with border engraving, bright finish overall, I Sin. pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. 4oz; together with a Jupiter 12-bore single-trigger over and under ejector, serial no. 50091, 27 1/2in. nitro barrels (2) £150-250 753. A BELGIAN 12-BORE DOUBLETRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 32148, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true and 3/4 choke, scroll engraved action, !Sin. stock, weight 61b. 8oz. £50-70 754. MIROKU 12-BORE 'MODEL 3000' OVER AND UNDER SINGLE-TRIGGER EJECTOR, serial : 44203PV, 26 l/2in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4IN. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl in both, silvered action engraved with woodcock and partridge, 14 l/2in. figured pistolgrip stock, weight 71b 3oz. £200-300 755. FELIX SARASKETA 12-BORE OVER AND UNDER SINGLE-TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no.R4098, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl & 112 choke , blacked action, 14in stock. £30-50

755a BROWNING 12-BORE 'CUSTOM MADE SPORTING' SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR, serial no. 56039S75, 30in. nitro barrels with 7mm game rib (relief engraved with acanthus scrollwork on a matt background), breechends engraved en-suite, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, hold-open toplever, selective single-trigger, manual safety (requires attention) with integral barrel-selector switch, silver action deeply carved with bold acanthus on a matt background, some gold-inlaid borders, 15 3/8in. highly-figured pistolgrip stock with engraved pistolgrip-cap, weight 7lb. 8oz. See illustration page 66 £3000-5000 755B FAMARS 28-BORE "EXCALIBUR BL DE LUXE" SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER TRIGGER PLATE ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. F0262, 29 3/ l 6in. barrel, bored approx. imp. cyl. and 3/4 choke, 2 3/4in. chambers, uncut concave rib, non-selective single trigger, auto safety, hold open toplever action, triggerplate, triggerguard, pistolgrip cap and tang, all with carved acanthus leaf work on matt background, triggerplate signed 'A Pinnilli 2000', 15 l /2in. highly-figured walnut stock, full pistolgrip with cap, weight 6lb loz, in makers vinyl case £6000-8000 755C ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI 20-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER TRIGGER-PLATE ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. F0377, 30in. nitro barrels, bored approx. 112 and 3/4 choke, 2 3/4in. chambers, 6mm raised filed rib, nonselective single trigger, auto-safety, hold open toplever, silvered action, game scene engraved with partridge and pheasant in flight, bordered with scrollwork, 15 l/8in. well-figured stock with full pistolgrip, pistolgrip cap un-engraved, weight 7lb 4oz, in a vinyl carrying case £4000-6000 BOXLOCK NON-EJECTORS 757. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE 'EMPIRE MODEL' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 77775, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 1/2 choke, automatic side-safety, treble-grip action with border engraving, brushed bright finish, 14 l/4in. figured semi-pistolgrip stock (notched at hand) including l/2in. ebonite extension, weight 7lb. 4oz. The gun was completed circa 1955. £150-200

758. AYA 12-BORE 'MODEL N0.3' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 354010, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl & 112 choke, colour-hardened action, 14 l /4in. stock, weight 6lb 9oz. £25-35 759. THOMAS BLAND & SONS 12-BORE (3IN) 'THE BRENT' BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 18671, 30in. nitro reproved barrels with matt rib, tubes engraved 'THOMAS BLAND & SONS 4 & 5 WILLIAM IV ST. WEST STRAND. LONDON. W.C.2', 3in. chambers, bored approx. 114 and 3/4 choke, treble-grip action retaining much colourhardening, 15 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock including lin. rubber recoil pad, weight 7lb. 8oz. £400-600 760. T.STENSBY & CO 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no.81607, 26in nitro barrels, 2 l /2in chambers, bored approx imp cyl & 3/4 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colourhardening, 14 l/2in figured stock, weight 6lb 9oz; together with an English .410 singlebarrelled sidelever hammergun, serial no.64040, (2) £100-150 761. W.J. JEFFERY 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 38913, 32in. nitro barrels, 2 3/4in. barrels, bored approx. imp cyl and full choke, border and scroll engraved action retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 14 3/8in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. 6oz. The gun was completed circa 1957 and appears to be little used. See illustration page 140 £250-350 762. ARMY & NAVY 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 24681, 30in. nitro damascus barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, treblegrip action with intercepting sears, best border and scroll engraving, retaining much original colour-hardening and finish, 14 l/2in. well-figured 'tiger stripe' stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. 5oz., in a canvas case with Army & Navy trade label £250-350 763. THE ACTION AND BARRELS IN THE WHITE) OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 29750, possibly by Webley I W.C. Scott; with a damaged leather leg of mutton case. £50-70

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764. A CHAMBERLAIN 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 49283 , 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 3/4 choke, border and scroll engraved action retaining slight traces oforiginal colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. stock including buttplate, fore-end with some damage, weight 6lb. 8oz.; together with an English I 2-bore boxlock nonejector,serial no. 9863, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in.chambers,bored approx.114 and 3/4 choke,border and scroll engraved scooped-back action,14 5/8in.highly-figured stock including 3/8in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb.6oz. (2) £70-90 765. C. BELLIS & SONS LTD. 12-BORE (2IN) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 4105, 26in. nitro barrels, rib engraved ' CHARLES HELLIS & SONS LTD. 121 & 123 . EDGEWARE ROAD. HYDE PARK. LONDON. W.' and inlaid 'FOR 2 INCH CASE ONLY', 2in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, plain border engraved action retaining virtually full original colourhardening and finish, I 3 l/2in. figured stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 51b. 6oz., in a canvas case with C.B. Vaughn trade label. The gun was completed circa 1937/8 and appears to have been very little used. See illustration page 122 £400-600 766. C.G. BONEHILL 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. I 142, 30in. nitro reproved barrels with raised matt rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, unsigned treble-grip scoop-back action, border engraving, retaining much colour-hardening, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 71b. £150-250 767. DARNE 12-BORE SLIDING BREECH NON-EJECTOR, serial no. SPC1008, 25 5/8in. nitro monobloc barrels, raised top rib, no bottom rib, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 114 choke in both, sliding breech with converging obdurator discs, carved fences, manual side safety, bouquet and scroll engraving, bright finish, I 4 5/8in. figured stock including buttplate, missing fore-end finial, weight 6lb. 4oz. £200-300

768. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE 3IN. BOXLOCK 'MODEL D17' NONEJECTOR, serial no. 6S079, 30in. nitro barrels with filed rib, 3in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 choke in both, experimental action, manual side safety,blacked finish, 14 l/2in. figured stock, weight 8lb. 3oz. The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 2Sth March 1920 £ 100-lSO 769. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE "GRADE E17 EMPIRE" BOXLOCK 3IN NONEJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 73208, 32in. nitro barrels, 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, border engraved bolstered action retaining some original colour-hardening, manual side safety, 14 l /4in. figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. 14oz.The maker's have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed on 14th August 1937 £300-SOO 770. W.W. GREENER 12-BORE (3IN MAGNUM) 'EMPIRE' GRADE E 10 BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 62907, 30in. nitro reproved barrels with raised matt rib, 3in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, border engraved treble-grip action, manual side safety, brushed bright and reblued finish overall, 14 l/2in. wellfigured semi-pistolgrip stock including buttplate, weight 7lb. 12oz. £300-SOO 771. DARNE 12-BORE 'MODEL R ' LIGHTWEIGHT SLIDING BREECH NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 20012, 2S S/8in. nitro monobloc barrels, sunken top rib, no bottom rib, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, sliding breech with converging obdurator discs, fences deeply carved with holly leaves, manual side safety, bold scroll engraving, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. stock (crack at head) including buttplate, weight Sib. 8oz. £200-300 772. RAMBLING 12-BORE BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no. 1222, 30in. nitro reproved single-lump damascus barrels (slightly loose on action), rib engraved 'RAMBLING, NEW ST. ASHFORD. FROM E.M. REILLY & CO. LONDON', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl and 1/2 choke, Anson & Deeley action with Westley Richards-style toplever, brushed bright and reblued finish, 14in. stock, weight 6lb. 10 oz. £2S0-3SO

773. TUDOR GUN CO. BIRMINGHAM) 12BORE (3IN) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 49S, 32in. nitro barrels with matt rib, 3in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, dent to left barrel, border engraved treblegrip action retaining traces of original colour-hardening, I Sin. semi-pistolgrip stock with sling eyes, weight 8lb. 12oz. £2S0-3SO 774. W.J.JEFFREY & CO LTD 12-BORE (3IN) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 39624, 32in. nitro barrels with raised wide filed rib signed 'W.J. Jeffrey Co Ltd for 3inch case 9 Golden Sqaure Regent Street London WI', 3in, chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining virtually all original colourhardening, clipped fences, 14in. figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. l Soz. See illustration page 124 £300-SOO 775. DARNE 12-BORE SLIDING-BREECH NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 7083, 26in. nitro barrels; together with a 12-bore singlebarrelled toplever hammergun by T. Turner, serial no. S32 l 7 and a Belgian .410 doublebarrelled sidelever folding hammergun, no visible serial no. (3) £S0-70 776. ARTHUR LEWIS LUTON) 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 4S70, 28in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, colourhardened action 13 3/4in. stock, weight 61b. 8oz.; together with a Lloyd & Son 12-bore boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 6016S, 28in. nitro barrels; and a Cogswell & Harrison 12bore boxlock ejector, serial no. 2 1969, new 30in. nitro barrels by T. Turner (3) £100-lSO 777. E.M. REILLY & CO. 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 28140, 30in. damascus barrels (sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use); together with a Victor Sarasqueta 12bore sidelock ejector, serial no. 211249, 2S 3/4in. nitro barrels and a Spanish 12-bore boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 112024 (3) £S0-70

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778. C.HELLIS & SONS LTD 12-BORE (3IN MAGNUM) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 3792, 30in. nitro barrels with wide raised filed rib, 3in chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, border engraved action retaining traces of original colour, 14 I /2in. figured pistolgrip stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 7lb. 7oz. £300-SOO 779. A FRENCH 3-SHOT SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. 81633. together with a Brazilian 12-Bore Over and Under NonEjector, serial no. 3718S. (2) £20-30 780. W.H. TISDALL 12-BORE 'TREBLEGRIP HAMMERLESS GUN' BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. IS8Sl , 29 l/2in. nitro reproved damascus barrels with sunken rib (left wall-thickness below recommended minimum), engraved ' W.H. TISDALL 47 WHITTALL ST. BIRMINGHAM', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp cyl and 3/4 choke, Anson & Deeley treble-grip action, manual safety, border and scroll engraving, much colourhardening (renewed), 14 3/4in. well-figured semi-pistolgrip stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight Sib. 14oz. £100-150 781. AYA 12-BORE (3IN MAGNUM) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 337S03, 30in. nitro barrels, 3in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 & full choke, border engraved action retaining traces of original finish, 14 3/4in. pistolgrip stock, beavertail foreend, weight 6lb. 13oz. £100-150 782. VERNEY CARRON (ST ETIENNE) 12BORE ' PIONNIER' BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR, serial no. AS69, 27 3/4in. nitro barrels (some dents and marginal), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 and full choke, border engraved action, manual lever safety at the triggerguard, 14 l/2in. semi-pistolgrip stock (cracked and repaired at comb); together with an early William Powell 12bore boxlock non-ejector, serial no. 7190, 28in. sleeved nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, Anson & Deeley 1876 patent action incorporating W. Powell patent extended rear lump locking system, patent no. 493 of 1876, use number 383, border engraved action, 14 l/4in. figured stock including buttplate, weight 6lb. lloz. The makers have kindly confirmed that the gun was completed as No.2 of a pair on August 30th 1880 for Admiral Sir G. Phipps Hornby K.C.B £S0-70

783. THOMAS BLAND & SONS 12-BORE 'THE BRENT' (3IN MAGNUM) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no.18834, 30in. nitro barrels with raised filed rib, 3in chambers, bored approx. 3/4 choke in both, action border engraved, 14 l /2in. figured semi-pistolgrip stock, weight 7lb. I Ooz. £2S0-3SO 784. MIDLAND GUN CO 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. I 02927, 30in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 112 choke, action engraved with scrollwork, fences carved with leaf work, retaining some original colour-hardening, I Sin. figured semi-pistolgrip stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, weight 6lb. l 3oz. £2S0-3SO 784a. DICKSON & SON 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 14020, 27in. nitro barrels, 2 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, border and scroll engraved action, bright finish overall, 14 l/2in. stock, weight 61b. £200-300

BIG BORES 785. E.M.REILLY & CO 8-BORE ROTARYUNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no.2 l 96S, 36in nitro damascus barrels, 3 l /4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 & full choke, rebounding back action locks engraved with scrollwork, percussion fences, l 4in well-figured stock including 1in rubber recoil pad, weight lOlb 7oz. £1S00-2000 786. GUNMARK KESTREL 10-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 386062, 32in. nitro barrels with raised filed rib, 3 l /2in. chambers, bored approx. full choke in both, colour-hardened action, 13 3/4in. pistolgrip stock, weight 121b. £100-lSO

787. BENJAMIN EDWARDS 10-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 3847, 31 3/4in. nitro damascus barrels signed 'BENJAMIN EDWARDS GUN AND RIFLE MAKER NEWTON ST BIRMINGHAM ENGLAND', with wide filed raised rib, 3 in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 choke in both, action engraved with bold acanthus, scroll retaining virtually all colour-hardening (possibly recoloured), chequered panels, lSin, well-figured pistolgrip stock with metal buttcap and colour-hardened pistolgrip-cap, weight Sib. 12oz. See illustration page 140 £1000-lSOO 788. AYA 10-BORE (3 1/2IN MAGNUM) BOXLOCK EJECTOR WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. 463462, 32in. nitro chopperlump barrels with broad, raised matt rib, 3 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 3/4 choke, blued action, 14 l /2in. pistolgrip stock including 1 l/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight 91b. 14oz., in a canvas slip. £300-SOO 789. AYA 10-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR (3 1/2IN MAGNUM) WILDFOWLING GUN, serial no. Sl8467, 32in. nitro barerls, 3 l/2in. chambers, bored approx. 3/4 choke in both, colour-hardened action, 14 l/4in. pistolgrip stock, beavertail fore-end, weight IOlb. £ 1S0-2SO 790. EDWARD MIDDELTON 10-BORE SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 6170, 32in. black powder only brown twist barrels, back-action, missing one hammer, 14in, figured stock, replacement fore-end. £80-120

CARTRIDGES 791. TWENTY-FIVE JOHN WILKES 12BORE CARTRIDGES, no. 6 shot; together with forty-seven Eley 12-bore cartridges, no. S and no. 4 shot; and two hundred & seven Eley .410 cartridges, in a canvas cartridge bag. £S-10 792. ONE HUNDRED & ELEVEN 8-BORE ELEY 'GASTIGHT' CARTRIDGES, AA, BB, 3 B, SG, 4 SG, S SG. £300-SOO

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SINGLE BARRELLED 793. MIDLAND GUN CO. 12-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 26389, 30in. nitro reproved barrel, 2 3/4in. chamber, bored approx. imp cyl choke, partially engraved, 14 l/4in. replacement semipistolgrip stock, weight Sib. 4oz. £S0-70 794. P. BERETTA 12-BORE (3-SHOT) 'MOD.A.302' SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. G69S97E, 28 3/8in. nitro barrel including multi-choke. £S0-70 795. COGSWELL & HARRISON 12-BORE SINGLE-BARRELLED SHOTGUN, serial no. 33033, 30in. damascus barrel with faceted breech-end, engraved 'COGSWELL & HARRISON, 226 STRAND & 142 NEW BOND ST. LONDON', action stamped G227 patent in a triangle, sidelever safety, 14in. stock including 3/4in. extension, weight Sib. 1oz. Sold with a proof exemption certificate as unsuitable for use. £80-120 796. MARLIN 12-BORE (3IN MAGNUM) 'THE ORIGINAL GOOSE GUN' BOLTMAGAZINE SHOTGUN, serial no. 20698271, 36in. nitro barrel, restricted magazine. £20-30 797. AN INCOMPLETE W.W.GREENER 'SPECIAL BORE' SINGLEBARRELLED POLICE GUN MKIII, serial no. 30044, together with the barrelled actions (incomplete) of two Greener 'GP' 12-bore shotguns, no visible serial numbers (3) £40-60 798. W.W.GREENER 12-BORE 'GP' GUN, serial no.G80 992, 30in. nitro barrel. £S0-70 799. WINCHESTER 12-BORE ' MODEL 120' PUMP-ACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. L 1744384, 24 l/8in. nitro barrel, restricted magazine. £30-SO 800. A 12-BORE SINGLE-SHOT BOLTACTION SHOTGUN CONVERTED FROM A GRAS-TYPE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. 98282, 30 l/4in. black powder barrel. £20-40

801. B.S.A. 12-BORE '200A' SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN, serial no. S23310, nitro barrel, restricted magazine. £50-70 802. MANUFRANCE 12-BORE PUMPACTION SHOTGUN, serial no. 46240. £50-70 803. No Lot 804. WESTLEY RICHARDS 12-BORE (2IN) SIDE LEVER SINGLE-BARRELLED SHOTGUN, serial no. 542, 27in. nitro barrel, 2in. chamber, bored approx. full choke, plain signed action retaining some original colour-hardening, 13 l/2in. wellfigured stock including l/2in. rubber recoil pad, weight 4lb.12oz. £250-350 805. MALDETT & SON (TRURO) 12-BORE SINGLE-BARRELLED HAMMERGUN, no visible serial number, 30in. nitro reprooved damacus barrel, 2 l/2in. chamber, extra full choke, rebounding back-action lock, 14 l/4in. semi-pistolgrip stock, weight Sib. 6oz. £50-70 806. A 12-BORE SINGLE-SHOT BOLTACTION SHOTGUN CONVERTED FROM A GRAS-TYPE SERVICE RIFLE, serial no. 92201, 30 l/4in. black powder barrel. £20-40

STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END 807. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 14-BORE SINGLEBARRELLED HAMMERGUN BY T. BLAND & SONS, serial no. 13502, rebounding back-action lock, plain finish, stock cracked through hand. £10-15 808. THE STOCK ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE 'MODEL 700' BOXLOCK EJECTOR BY WEBLEY & SCOTT, serial no. 133163, action engraved with scrollwork, 15in figured stock including l/4in. wood extension. £150-250

809. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR BY CHARLES LANCASTER, serial no. 14011, unsigned treble-grip action with partial scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening, 14 in. replacement stock including 3/4in. rubber recoil pad, fore-end with repaired crack, in its brass-cornered canvas and leather case. £150-250 810. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR BY W.R. PAPE, serial no. 8573, treble-grip action with border and scroll engraving, 14 l/2in. figured stock (slight crack at hand) including l/2in. horn extension. £30-50 811. A QUANTITY OF STOCKS AND ACTIONS, in varying condition; including the stock and actions of three hammerguns, one martini-action, one single-barrelled underlever, one single-barrelled sidelever, one drilling, a large-bore double-barrel hammer action, a single-barrel action in the white. / £50-70 812. THE STOCK ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR BY A.ALLAN, serial no. P76M, action engraved with scrollwork, retaining some original colour-hardening, arcaded fences, 14in. figured stock including 1in. rubber recoil pad. £50-70 813. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 16-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN BY COGSWELL & HARRISON, serial no. 8854, percussion fences, rebounding sidelocks with dolphin hammers, fine scroll engraving (worn), 14 l/4in. replacement stock, fore-end wood in poor state; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore rotaryunderlever hammergun by J.F. Smythe, no visible serial no., rebounding back-action locks, partial engraving with game scenes, 14 3/8in. stock, in a military leather 'wallet' carrying case, stamped ' JBB1940' (2) £50-70 814. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A FRENCH 16-BORE BOXLOCK NO N-EJECTOR, serial no.3737. £10-15

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815. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN BY MIDLAND GUN CO., serial no. 22223; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 16-bore Belgian toplever hammergun, serial no. 16459. (2) £5-10 816. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR BY ALEX HENRY & CO., serial no. H65 l 5, action engraved with scrollwork, 14 l /2in. well-figured stock. £50-70 817. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR BY P.WEBLEY, serial no. 54078. In a leather case. £50-70 818. THE STOCK AND ACTION ONLY OF A 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN BYS. GRANT, serial no. 3427, (No. 2 of a pair) rebounding back action locks (Joseph Brazier Ashes/Stanton & Co.) with dolphin hammers, percussion fences, Jones patent rotary underlever, 14in. well-figured stock, with heel and toe plates. £40-60 819. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR BY W.W.GREENER, serial no. 32305, together with a Spanish Bolt-Action .410, serial no. 140794. (2) £ 10-15 820. THE STOCK, ACTION AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE ' WRISTCRACKER' BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR BY CHARLES LANCASTER, serial no. 8715, No.2 ofa pair, dipped-edge lockplates, Lancaster patent spring cramp adjusting screws, best acanthus scroll engraving, retaining some original colour-hardening, 14 l/4in. wellfigured replacement stock; together with the stock, action and fore-end only of a 12-bore boxlock ejector by W.J. Jeffery, serial no. 2923 (2) £80-120 END OF SALE

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Head Office: The Old Vicarage 路 East Winch 路 King's Lynn 路 Norfolk路 PE32 lNQ Telephone: 01553 777140 Fax: 01553 761657 or 01553 842571

FINE VINTAGE & MODERN FIREARMS AND RELATED ITEMS Morning Sale Thursday 4th September 2003 at 11 .00am Afternoon Sale Thursday 4th September 2003 at 2.30pm To be held at: The Duke of York's Headquarters, Chelsea, London, SW3 4RY ON VIEW Tuesday 2nd September 2003 10.00am - 8.00pm Wednesday 3rd September 2003 9.00am - 6.00pm Thursday 4th September 2003 9.00am - 1.30pm

A PASS FOR ENTRY MUST BE OBTAINED IN ADVANCE Passes may be obtained by telephoning 01553 777140 or by completing and returning the slip below. To: Holts The Old Vicarage East Winch, Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 lNQ Please send me_ pass(es) for the View/Sale at the Duke ofYork's Barracks. Full details must be completed for all passes. 1. Name: ................................ ........................................................................................... . Address: ......................................................................... ............................................... .............................................................. Postcode: .............. ......... ............................... Telephone Number: ........................ ...... 2. Name: .................. ...................................................... .. ... .............................................. . Address: ..................... ......... .. ........................................................................................ Postcode: ........................................ ............. . Telephone Number: ............................. . Signed: ............ ............................................ Dated: ................................... .......................

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HOLT'S Auctioneers ot Fon<: Modern & Antique C.uns

Auctioneers of Fine Modern and Antique Guns Head office: The Old Vicarage• East Winch• King's Lynn• Norfolk• PE32 lNQ Telephone: 01553 777140 Fax: 01553 761657 or 01553 842571 Email: www.holtandcompany.co.uk

FREE VALUATION DAYS (Our Fishing Tackle and Edged Weapons Experts will also be present) Vintagers Cup, Orvis Sandanona, Millbrook, New York 18th September - 2lst September 2003 Eisley Shooting Ground, Eisley Camp, Brookwood, Woking, Surrey Tuesday 23rd September 2003 Powderham Castle, Exeter Wednesday 24th September 2003 The Wyck Hill House Hotel, Wyck Hill, Near Stow-on-the-Wold, Glos Thursday 25th September 2003 Sommerley, Ringwood, Hampshire Monday 29th September 2003 The Old Vicarage, East Winch, King's Lynn Tuesday 30th September 2003 Llangoed Hall, Llyswen, Brecon Tuesday 30th September 2003 Chatsworth House, Derbyshire Wednesday 1st October 2003 Cholmondley Arms, Cholmondley, Near Malpas, Cheshire Thursday 2nd October 2003 Roxton's Sporting Ltd Hungerford, Berks Thursday 2nd October 2003 The Swallow George Hotel, Chollerford, Near Hexham, Northumberland Tuesday 7th October 2003 The Nags Head, Pickhill, Nr Thirsk, North Yorkshire Tuesday 7th October 2003 Buccleugh & Queensbury Hotel. Thornhill, Dumfreisshire Wednesday 8th October 2003 The Royal Scots Club, 29 Abercromby Place, Edinburgh Thursday 9th October 2003 Hessett House, Beyton, Bury St.Edmunds, Suffolk Tuesday l 4th October 2003 To book an appointment or for a free valuation please telephone: 01553 777140

HOLT'S \uu1ontt·rs of I me.. \lodern & Antique.. {,un-.

Head Office: The Old Vicarage· East Winch· King's Lynn· Norfolk· PE32 lNQ Telephone: 01553 777140 Fax: 01553 761657 or 01553 842571

SUBSCRIPTION Gun Catalogues (Inc Militaria & Fishing Tackle) UK Subscribers: £48 Overseas Subscribers: £85

Please send me all catalogues for Gun/Militaria Sales during the forthcoming year. I wish to pay by SWITCH I DELTA I VISA I ACCESS I AMEX and authorise Holt & Company to debit my account. A 2% credit card fee applies with 4% for Amex. Please specify card type: .................................................................... . Credit/Debit Card Number: ................................................................. . Expiry Date: ......................................................................................... . Valid From/Issue No. (if applicable): .................................................. . I enclose a Cheque I Postal Order for the sum of: .............................. .

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Telephone and Fax Number: ............................................................... . Company Reg: Holt & Company Auctioneers Ltd

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Definitions

Conditions concerning vendors

1. 'The Auctioneers' means Holt & Company Auctioneers Limited of Modern and Antique Guns.

16.Goods delivered to the Auctioneers shall be deemed to be for sale by auction unless contrary instructions are given at the time or in advance. 17 .All goods will be insured by the Auctionee rs whilst in their custody or on their premises unless written instructions to the contrary are received. The value of the cover shall be the gross selling price of the goods, or in the case of unsold lots or lots withdrawn before sale , the auction value as estimated by the Auctioneers. The premium for insurance cover shall be £1 .00 (+VAT) per £100. The minimum charge will be £1.00 (+VAT) per lot. 18.The Auctioneers shall not be responsible for accidental damage or loss unless directly caused by the negligence of their staff. 19.The vendor authorises the Auctioneers to deduct commission and any other proper expenses from the hammer price. He/she also accepts the Auctioneer's right to retain any premium paid by the purchaser. 20.The Auctioneers shall have the right to photograph and illustrate any lot consigned for sale and to use such photographs at their discretion. The vendor accepts without further consultation that a charge of £200 (+VAT) per illustrated lot may be made towards the recovery of photographic expenses. 21 .All lots will be sold at the Auctioneer's discretion unless written instructions to the contrary are received . Any reserve figure placed upon a lot shall be confidential between the vendor and the Auctioneers. In the event of a lot failing to reach its reserve, the Auctioneers shall be entitled to a commission of 5.9% (inclusive of VAT) of the reserve price, unless alternative charges have been previously agreed. 22.A withdrawal fee of 25% plus VAT of the lower estimate (or reserve price, if there is one) shall be payable to the Auctioneers for any lot withdrawn prior to sale after it has been catalogued . 23.The vendor indemnifies the Auctioneers against any claim relating to goods sold on his/her behalf. 24.A vendor who enters for sale goods which are assests of a VAT registered business must disclose this fact to the Auctioneers. He/she must also provide his/her registered number and indicate whether of not he/she intends to operate the Special Scheme for Antiques and Works of Art. 25.The Auctioneers act as agents only and therefore shall not be accountable to the vendor for any sum until payment has been received from the buyer.

'The Auctioneers' means the representative of Holt & Company Auctioneers Limited of Modern and Antique Guns conducting the sale; 'The hammer price' means the price at which any lot is knocked down to a buyer. 'Deliberate forgery' means an imitation made with the intention to deceive as to authorship, origin, age or source, which is not so described in the catalogue and which has a value materially less than if it had been in accordance with the description in the catalogue.

The Auction

2. The highest bidder shall be the buyer. In the event of any dispute, the Auctioneer's decision shall be final. 3. The Auctioneer shall have the absolute discretion to withdraw, alter or combine with any other lot all lots offered for sale. 4. All lots are offered subject to any reserve prices imposed by the vendor. 5. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of the catalogues, the Auctioneers accept no responsibility for any inaccuracies contained therein. 6. Lots shall be held to be at the buyer's risk from the fall of the hammer. 7. Legal title shall not pass to the buyer until the purchase price together with the premium has been paid in full.

Conditions concerning buyers

8. A buyer's premium of 17.6% (inclusive of VAT) will be added to the hammer price of all lots sold. 9. Buyers will be required to supply to the Auctioneers their names and addresses and if required , a deposit, immediately after the fall of the hammer. 10.Commission bids will be executed free of charge but must reach the Auctioneers at least one hour before the beginning of the sale. Telephone commission bids must be confirmed in writing. 11. The buyer shall not rely purely upon the catalogue description but shall satisfy himself as to the physical condition and the description of each lot.

12.No lot shall be removed until the purchaser has paid in full for it and for any other lots purchased . 13. Interest calculated at 2% above the base rate prevailing at National Westminster Bank PLC shall be payable at the Auctioneer's discretion as well as the purchase price on any accounts not settled within 14 working days following the sale. 14.Third party cheques will not be accepted in payment. 15.By making a bid , prospective purchasers acknowledge acceptance of these conditions.

Forgeries

26.Should any lot prove to be a deliberate forgery, the Auctioneers, upon receipt of written notice of this fact within one year of the sale, shall rescind the sale or repurchase the lot for an amount equal to the hammer price plus premium (inclusive of VAT), provided that: (a) the lot is returned in the same condition as at the time of the sale: (b) written proof of the forgery accompanies the lot and the buyer demonstrates to the reasonable satisfaction of the Auctioneers that in light of the catalogue description the lot is a deliberate forgery : (c) The general opinion of scholars and experts at the time of the sale would have indicated that the lot was a deliberate forgery: or (d) Scientific processes in existence at the time of the sale would be established that the lot was a deliberate forgery. The benefit of this condition is not assignable.

HOLT'S Auct1onet:rs of fine :vtodern & Antique (runs

Head Office: The Old Vicarage· East Winch · King's Lynn· Norfolk· PE32 lNQ Telephone: 01553 777140 Fax: 01553 761657 or 01553 842571

COMMISSION BIDDING FORM I instruct Bolt's, Auctioneers of Fine Modern and Antique Guns to bid on my behalf for the following lots, up to the amounts indicated. I understand that lots will be purchased as cheaply as possible, taking into account reserves and other bidders. I also understand that Bolt's takes no responsibility for failure to execute any bids for any reason. Sale: ................................................... ................ .

Date: .. ...... .... ...... ............................. .

Bidder's Name: ............................... ....... ...... ............... .... ..... ........ ..... ...... ................... ......... . Address: ........................................... ...... ............................... .......... .. .... ..... ........................ .

Postcode:....... ........................... ........... .................

Telephone: ............ ....... .................... . Fax: .... ................. ...................... ...... .

Lot Number

Description

Signed: .......... ............... ................................ .

Bid (excl premium)

Date: ................................. .

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