Gavin Gardiner Auctioneers

FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS

Pulborough, West Sussex 26 April 2023

Gavin Gardiner Limited

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

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

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CATALOGUE

£15 at the gallery

£17 by mail

£20 overseas

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

This auction is conducted by Gavin Gardiner Limited in accordance with our Conditions of Business printed in this catalogue. All questions and comments relating to this sale or its contents should be addressed to Gavin Gardiner Limited and not to Sothe by ’ s.

FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS

PUBLIC EXHIBITION

Gavin Gardiner Limited

Hardham Mill Business Park

Hardham

Pulborough

West Sussex

RH20 1LA

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE

AUCTION

Wednesday 26 April 2023 at 10am

Gavin Gardiner Limited

Hardham Mill Business Park

Hardham

Pulborough

West Sussex

RH20 1LA

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

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

IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR BUYERS

Sporting Guns, Rifles and Ammunition will not be released without the appropriate Firearm or Shotgun certificate. Overseas certificates are not valid in the U.K. Firearms will be released by appointment only. The buyer of any section 1 firearm must hold the appropriate Firearm Certificate with the appropriate variation in order to purchase and acquire the firearm.

FIREARMS ACT 1968

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

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

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

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

ANTIQUE AND OBSOLETE CALIBRES

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

FIREARMS (AMENDMENT) ACT 1997

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

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

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

AIR WEAPONS

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

PROOF OF FIREARMS

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

The term ‘Certificate of Unprovability’ indicates that a firearm has been examined at a Proof House and is deemed both unsuitable for proof and use. Reproof is required before any such firearm is to be used.

GUNS SOLD AS PARTS

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

CONDITION OF FIREARMS

Comment in this catalogue is restricted in general to exceptional condition and to those defects that might affect the immediate safety of a firearm in normal use. An intending buyer unable to make technical examinations and assessments is recommended to seek advice from a gunmaker or from the specialist in charge. All prospective buyers are advised to consult the lists of bore and wall-thickness measurements posted in the saleroom. Potential buyers should note that guns are stripped only where there is a strong indication of a mechanical malfunction. Stripping is not otherwise undertaken. Guns intended for use should be stripped and cleaned beforehand. Hammer guns should have their rebound mechanisms checked before use. The safety mechanisms of all guns must be tested before use.

TAXIDERMY & RELATED ITEMS

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

SPECIAL NOTICE TO OVERSEAS BUYERS

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

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

P.D.Q. Freight Ltd.

Unit 4 Courtyard 1

Challenge Road

Ashford, Middlesex

TW15 1AX

Tel: 01784 243695

Fax: 01784 242237

To enable PDQ to apply for the Export Licence after the sale, they will require:

1 Import consent from the country of destination.

2 Intended use and purchaser’s business.

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

COLLECTION OF PURCHASES AND UNSOLD PROPERTY

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

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

Sporting Guns and Firearms will be released by appointment only.

STORAGE CHARGES

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

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

SYMBOLS

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

FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS

Lots 1-256

Wednesday 26 April 2023 at 10am

Lot 1

ST. ETIENNE

AN 11MM MODEL 1873 SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. H71254

4 1/2-inch barrel, the solid frame with loading gate and ejector rod, cleaned bright overall, chequered walnut grips and lanyard loop, St. Etienne proof

£100 - 200

Lot 2

MANURHIN

A FRENCH LICENCED 7.65MM WALTHER MODEL PP SELF-LOADING

PISTOL, NO. 86428

3 3/4-inch barrel, the frame stamped “SW6884”, detachable box magazine restricted to two shot, chequered composition grips, St. Etienne proof

£80 - 120

Lot 3

J. KASTLI

A 9MM GALLERY PISTOL, NO. 1909

10-inch octagonal fluted barrel with adjustable fore and rear sights, the top panel inlaid in gold, the frame, rebounding bar lock, hammer and side lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, chequered walnut grip with steel furniture, Belgian black powder proof

£300 - 500

Lot 4

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 1-INCH VERY PISTOL, NO. 105343

5 1/2-inch barrel with flared muzzle, the frame with central hammer and stirrup catch, government inspector’s marks dated 1918, smooth walnut grip, nitro proof

£60 - 80

Lot 5

WALTHER

A .22 P22 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. G027787

3 1/4-inch barrel, slide with ambidextrous safety, plastic frame with box magazine, German nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic box

£150 - 250

Lot 6

TAURUS

A .22 LONG BARREL REVOLVER, NO. VH974463

12-inch stainless steel barrel, the frame with seven shot cylinder, the frame with wrist extension and black rubber grips, German nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 7

TAURUS

A .357 MAGNUM LONG BARREL REVOLVER, NO. CR798891

12-inch stainless steel barrel, the frame with seven shot cylinder and wrist extension, black rubber grips, German nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 8

RUGER

A .44 OLD ARMY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 145-26547

7 1/2-inch stainless steel barrel with ramp fore sight, the solid frame with adjustable rear sight, chequered Packmeyer grip, black powder proof

£80 - 120

Lot 9

RUGER

A .44 OLD ARMY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 148-06001

7 1/2-inch barrel, solid frame with fixed rear sight, smooth white composition grips, black powder proof

£80 - 120

Lot 10

RUGER

A .44 OLD ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 148-04458

7 1/2-inch stainless steel barrel, the solid frame with fixed rear sight, smooth walnut grips, black powder proof, in its maker’s plastic box

£80 - 120

Lot 11

HOPKINS & ALLEN

A .32 RIMFIRE “RANGER NO.2” SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 2777

2 1/2-inch barrel, the engraved solid frame with central hammer and spur trigger, smooth composition grips

£150 - 250

Lot 12

LONDON ARMOURY

A .44 ADAMS PATENT PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. B10917

5 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, the solid frame engraved “Adams Patent No. 26581R” and with ‘WD’ broad arrow (probably engraved later), worn and poorly refinished overall, chequered walnut grip with drilled hole, black powder proof; together with a vintage bayonet

£300 - 500

THOMPSON

A 7X30 WATERS SINGLE SHOT CUSTOM RIFLE, NO. 441436

21 1/4-inch heavy barrel with threaded muzzle, mounted with a Tasco Titan telescopic sight, the frame with central hammer and bold scroll decoration around a scene of a cougar and retaining virtually all of its hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 11oz., nitro proof

The rifle was custom built and stocked by Ivan Hancock of Venom Rifles fame.

£2000 - 3000

Lot 14

THEOBEN

A .20 “RAPID” MODEL 12/200 PRECHARGED FAC AIR RIFLE, NO. 006797

21-inch barrel including sound moderator, detachable air bottle, the receiver with boltaction and rotary magazine, mounted with a Simmons Whitetail Classic telescopic sight, the half length figured cut-away stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz.

£150 - 250

Lot 15

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 “PATRIOT” MODEL FAC AIR RIFLE, NO. 854710

18 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and ramp fore sight, threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with dove-tail grooves and push-forward safety catch, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz.,

£80 - 120

Lot 16

THEOBEN

A .22 “ELIMINATOR” MODEL BREAKBARREL FAC AIR RIFLE, NO. TB9330

21-inch barrel including sound moderator, the receiver mounded with a Simmons Whitetail Classic telescopic sight, retaining much original finish overall, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 1oz.

£120 - 180

Lot 17

HECKLER & KOCH

A .22 MAGNUM MODEL HK300 SELFLOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 008776

20-inch replacement barrel, the receiver mounted with a 4x40 telescopic sight in its quick detachable maker’s mount, scope rail detached, box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 14-inch pull, 7lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 18

HENRY REPEATING ARMS

A .357 MAGNUM LEVER ACTION

CARBINE, NO. BBML00417M

12 3/4-inch octagonal barrel with buck horn rear sight and magazine tube, the brass frame with loading lever and saddle ring, 14 1/2-inch stock with brass butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 19

REMINGTON

A 20-BORE MODEL “870 WINGMASTER”

PUMP-ACTION GUN, NO. 1064683X

26-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about improved cylinder boring, unrestricted magazine capacity, plain frame, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£50 - 80

Lot 20

ALAN D. WEY & CO.

A .17 REM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING

RIFLE, NO. 017

26-inch stainless steel barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Picatinny rail, bolt with side safety, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, adjustable cheekpiece and adjustable butt plate, 14-inch pull, 10lb. 10oz,, nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 21

ITHACA GUN CO.

A 10-BORE MODEL MAG-10 3 1/2-INCH

MAGNUM SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. 1000-37040

32-inch barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, about full choke boring, unrestricted magazine capacity, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 11lb. 9oz., nitro proof

£80 - 120

Lot 22

REMINGTON

A .410 MODEL 870LW “WINGMASTER”

PUMP-ACTION GUN, NO. T312009H

25-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 6oz., German nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 23

BROWNING

A 12-BORE MODEL 2000 SELF-LOADING

GUN, NO. 88269C57

26-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 3/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, unrestricted magazine capacity, receiver with scroll decoration, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip including 3/4-inch ebonite extension, sling swivels, 7lb. 11oz., Belgian nitro proof

£80 - 120

Lot 24

TIKKA

A .243 MODEL M55 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 550-205713

22 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 6x42 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 25

SAKO

A .270 MODEL 75 HEAVY BARREL BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 247358

24-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof £200 - 300

Lot 26

BRNO

A .22 MODEL 2 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 437725

18 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 13 3/4-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof £80 - 120

Lot 27

POTTER & WALKER

A 6.5X55MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING

RIFLE, NO. 18250

20-inch barrel signed in gold by the maker, the Mauser 98 type receiver mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 3-12x50 Zenith telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, engraved and gold lined hinged magazine base plate, the lefthanded half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 10oz., nitro proof £800 - 1200

Lot 28

A CONTINENTAL .243 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 550-206644

23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 6x42 telescopic sight in quick detachable claw mounts, Tikka action, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof £150 - 250

Lot 29

A .303 MARTINI ENFIELD RIFLE, NO. 51L

25 1/2-inch barrel with raised fore sight, ladder rear sight, the frame with loading lever, two barrel bands, 14 1/4-inch stock with steel butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., Birmingham nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 30 RUGER

A .30-06 M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 789-50308

22-inch stainless steel barrel, the receiver mounted with scope rings, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length plastic stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 31

WILLIAM EVANS

A .300 WIN MAG BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 20398

25-inch barrel signed “Schultz & Larsen”, threaded for a sound moderator, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz.. nitro proof

£1500 - 1800

Lot 32

MANNLICHER STEYR

A .308 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1003221

22 1/2-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, raised rear sight, the receiver mounted with dove-tail blocks, bolt with tang safety, detachable box magazine, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 33

SAUER

A .308 MODEL 100 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. C023030

23 1/2-inch heavy barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a dove-tail rail, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length laminated stock with pistol grip, adjustable comb and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, German nitro proof, in its maker’s carton with instructions, etc

The rifle appears new and unused.

£900 - 1200

Lot 34

CZ

A .222 REM MODEL 527 AMERICAN BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 99228

22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Nikko telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 13oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 35

THOMPSON & CAMPBELL LTD

A 7MM REM MAG BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 26258

26-inch barrel engraved “Specially Built for M. Allen”, the Mauser 98 receiver fitted with dove-tail blocks, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£700 - 900

Lot 36

SAKO

A .223 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 422359

22-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with dove-tail grooves, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4inch pull, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof

£300 - 400

Lot 37

CZ

A .22 MODEL CZ455 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. A999418

23 1/4-inch barrel including sound moderator, receiver with dove-tail grooves, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof

£80 - 120

Lot 38

RUGER

A .22 MODEL 10/22 SELF-LOADING

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 237-47100

16 1/2-inch Rimfire Magic barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with scope rail, the half length stock with bipod, pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£80 - 120

Lot 39

RUGER

A .243 M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 78-83223

22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Diavari 3-9x36 telescopic sight, bolt with tang safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£350 - 500

Lot 40

STEYR MANNLICHER

A .25-06 “LUXUS” MODEL BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 105544

23 1/2-inch barrel fitted with an ASE Ultra SL5 sound moderator, no. 18837, rear sight removed, the receiver fitted with dove-tail blocks, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., Austrian nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 41

SAKO

A .243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 225817

24-inch heavy barrel, the receiver with dovetail groove, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length laminated stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 9lb. 9oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 42

FABRIQUE NATIONALE

A BELGIAN .220 SWIFT BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. B3436

24-inch barrel, open sights removed, the receiver mounted with a Kahles telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 8lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, together with reloading dies, etc

£80 - 120

Lot 43

RUGER

A .22 MODEL 10/22 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 24684317

20-inch hammer forged stainless steel barrel fitted with a muzzle break, the receiver mounted with a Hawke telescopic sight, detachable rotary magazine, half length laminated stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 44

ANSCHUTZ

A .22 “MATCH 54” MODEL TARGET RIFLE, NO. 170758X

27-inch heavy barrel, the receiver with dovetail grooves, half length stock with adjustable cheekpiece and butt plate, 13lb. 6oz., German nitro proof, sights missing, stock partially re-finished

£50 - 80

Lot 45

A 7.62MM BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 9486

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

£80 - 120

Lot 46 BSA

A .303 LEE SPEED BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 19137

25-inch barrel with raised fore sight and folding leaf and ladder rear sights, the barrel etched “Proved and Sighted for The Mark VII .303 High Velocity Cartridge”, bolt with turndown handle and safety catch, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£350 - 500

Lot 47

A 7.62MM (.308) BOLT-ACTION TARGET

RIFLE, NO. 1013

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

£200 - 300

Lot 48

JAMES D. DOUGALL

A .38 NEEDLEFIRE ROOK RIFLE, NO. 243

24-inch octagonal barrel with folding leaf sights, the frame, central hammer and screw breech with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 5lb., black powder proof

£400 - 600

Lot 49 BLASER

A 7MM REM MAG R93 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9/154100 (THE RECEIVER NO. J12843)

25-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, mounted with a Swarovski 8x50 Habicht telescopic sight in quick detachable mount, the highly figured stock and fore-end with pistol grip, adjustable comb and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, 11lb., German nitro proof

The rifle appears little used.

£1500 - 2500

Lot 50 WINCHESTER

A SCARCE PRE-WAR .22 HORNET MODEL 70 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 7672

24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver fitted with scope blocks and mounted with a ZFM 6x42 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s chequered steel butt plate, sling swivels, 13 12-inch pull, 9lb. 14oz., contemporary nitro proof

A quantity of ammunition may be made available to the purchaser of this lot.

£800 - 1200

Lot 51

COSMI

A PAIR OF 12-BORE MODEL “TITANIO” SELF-LOADING SPORTING GUNS, NOS. 8557/8

27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings respectively, machined ventilated ribs, the frames with machined top surface, the highly polished receiver with top lever and non-automatic safety catch, unrestricted magazine capacity, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks with pistol grips and slim recoil pads, 7lb. 13oz., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s aluminimum flight cases with instructions and spare mainspring

£4000 - 6000

Lot 52

ALEX BLAIR

A .300 ROOK RIFLE, NO. 1155

26-inch octagonal barrel with machined top surface, rear sight with folding leaves, the frame with side lever and central hammer and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 4lb. 10oz., black powder proof

£350 - 500

Lot 53

HIGHAM

A .400 NEEDLEFIRE ROOK RIFLE

24-inch octagonal barrel with machined top surface and folding leaf sights, the frame and central hammer with scroll engraving, 14 1/4inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 5lb. 9oz., black powder proof

£250 - 350

Lot 54

ROBERT HUGHES & SONS

A .500/.450 (2 1/2-INCH) SINGLE BARREL

HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 38038

29 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with Henry rifling, the machined top surface with folding express and ladder sights, the frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever with border engraving, 14-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and steel butt plate, sling eyes, 7lb. 6oz., black powder proof

£700 - 900

Lot 55

ENFIELD

A .577/.450 MARTINI HENRY MARK II SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 494

33-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight and two barrel bands, the receiver with crowned ‘VR’ and dated 1876, loading lever with inspector’s marks and later Arabic markings to the barrel, 14 1/4-inch stock with steel butt plate, 8lb. 10oz., cleaned bright and worn overall

£300 - 500

Lot 56

TOWER

A .577 SNIDER ENFIELD CARBINE, NO. ZE202

19-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, Snider patent breech, the lock dated 1873, cut-down stock with saddle ring and brass furniture, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 6oz., Birmingham black powder proof

£300 - 500

Lot 57

ENFIELD

A .577 SNIDER ENFIELD CARBINE, NO. SJ445

21 1/2-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, bayonet bar and two barrel bands, the lock with crowned ‘VR’ and dated 1869, three-quarter length stock with brass furniture, 14-inch pull, 7lb. 6oz.

£300 - 500

Lot 58

J. C. & A. LORD

A .577 SNIDER ENFIELD SPORTING CARBINE

21 1/2-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight and full length cleaning rod, the signed lock with border engraving, the half length stock with steel furniture, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 14oz., Birmingham black powder proof

£300 - 500

Lot 59

TOWER

A .577 SNIDER ENFIELD SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 562

36 1/4-inch barrel with ladder rear sight and three barrel bands, the lock dated 1875, the full length stock with brass furniture, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 8oz., poorly refinished overall

£300 - 500

Lot 60 SPRINGFIELD

A .50-70 MODEL 1866 TRAP-DOOR SERVICE

RIFLE, NO. 9

35 1/2-inch barrel with folding rear sight and three barrel bands, the breech block stamped 1866, the lock impressed with the US eagle and dated 1863, full length cleaning rod, the full length stock with steel furniture and impressed with numerous numbers, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz., Belgian black powder proof

£500 - 700

Lot 61

JOHN

RIGBY & CO.

A .500 (3-INCH) HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 13545

26-inch barrels with file-cut rib, folding leaf sight to 250, the rounded frame, non-rebounding bolted hammers, locks and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 15-inch well figured replacement stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and engraved heel and toe plates, sling eyes, 9lb. 10oz., in its re-lined oak and leather case with accessories and reproduction label

The maker confirms that the rifle was built in 1870. £2000 - 3000

Lot 62

J. & W. TOLLEY

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

26-inch damascus barrels with Henry rifling, filecut rib with folding leaf sight, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the action engraved “Charge 4 1/4 Drams”, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 9lb. 11oz., black powder proof, worn and refinished overall

£1400 - 1800

Lot 63

ELEY

200 10-BORE GASTIGHT PAPER CASES

in their maker’s boxes; together with approximately 100 12-bore cases

£100 - 200

Lot 64

AN OAK PISTOL CASE suitable for a revolver, compartments altered

£150 - 250

Lot 65

JOHN BLANCH & SON

AN OAK REVOLVER CASE with compartment for a revolver with approximately 6-inch barrel, lock detached

£200 - 300

Lot 66

A .500 BULLET MOULD with hollow nose tool; together with brass tube inserts; and a nipple key

£200 - 300

Lot 67

A GROUP OF .455 RELOADING ACCESSORIES including: reloading dies, empty cases, bullets, etc; together with reloading dies, for 9mm, Win Mag, .303, .44 Mag and 9.3x74R

£100 - 200

Lot 68

SWAROVSKI

A HABICHT 4-16X50 TELESCOPIC SIGHT with Paralax adjustment

£150 - 250

Lot 69

KAHLES

A HELIA-L 1.1-4.5X20 TELESCOPIC SIGHT with claw mount rings

£150 - 250

Lot 70

LEUPOLD

A 6.5-20X50 LONG RANGE TELESCOPIC SIGHT with graduated reticule and extended sun shade

£150 - 250

Lot 71

ZEISS

A DIATAL-D 4X32 TELESCOPIC SIGHT with claw mounts; together with a Pecar 4x81 light telescopic sight; and a B Nickel Marburg Supramar telescopic sight (3)

£150 - 250

Lot 72

BUFFALO RIVER

A MODERN LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels; together with a leather barrel case, with compartment for two pairs of 28-inch barrels (2)

£200 - 300

Lot 73

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE

with compartments for 30-inch barrels

£300 - 500

Lot 74

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS WAD PUNCHES of various patterns and sizes, with many large bore examples (19)

£150 - 250

Lot 75

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

comprising: 4 turnscrews, a nipple key, 5 cartridge extractors, 4 shot and powder measures (14)

£150 - 250

Lot 76

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

comprising: 2 pinfire rolled turnover tools, a further tool and 4 Fort Lodge patent expanding shot cartridges, etc

£100 - 150

Lot 77

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS OIL BOTTLES of various patterns and sizes, some named, including W W Greener, W H Monk, Watson Brothers, etc (9)

£150 - 250

Lot 78

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

comprising: 3 bullet moulds, a caliper, an oil bottle, snap caps, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 79

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES

comprising: 2 named hand guards, a pair of 12-bore snap caps, 2 oil bottles, a turnscrew, 2 further hand guards, an action brush, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 80

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS comprising: a pair of Purdey 8-bore, a pair of Purdey 12-bore and four further pairs of 12-bore snap caps including Hawkesley, Gallyon, Lancaster and Cogswell and Harrison and three further pairs, unnamed

£100 - 150

Lot 81

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS

12-bore, named pairs including Boss & Co, Holland & Holland, Lancaster, Greener, Woodward, Army & Navy, as well as three further unnamed pairs

£100 - 150

Lot 82

A GROUP OF NAMED GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS comprising: 2 pairs by Boss & Co, Army & Navy, Holland & Holland, Greener, together with 2 further pairs, unnamed

£100 - 150

Lot

A LARGE GROUP OF GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS some named, including Holland & Holland, Lancaster, Dickson, Henry Atkin, etc (46)

£100 - 200

Lot

A MISCELLANEOUS GROUP OF MODERN GUNMAKERS SNAP CAPS of alloy and plastic patterns; together with 18 red leather pullthrough pouches

£80 - 120

Lot 85

W. W. GREENER

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment blocked for 28inch barrels, green velvet-lined interior

£200 - 400

Lot 86

MCARTHUR & PRAIN

A LEATHER GANNOCHY RAPID LOADER

the removable lid revealing rain cover and sprung metal cartridge clips for 100 cases

£200 - 400

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Lot 87

A COLLECTION OF 17 MACHINED ACTION FORGINGS from the workshop of John Wilkes, comprising: 3 back action sidelock, 5 bar action sidelock, 7 boxlock and 2 single barrel; together with 8 foreend machinings

£150 - 250

Lot 88

A FRAMED DISPLAY OF GUN LOCKS AND ASSOCIATED ITEMS including a pair signed by Trulock & Harris, many signed with associated parts, 19 1/2 by 24-inches

£150 - 250

Lot 89

A LEATHER DOUBLE GUN SLIP with straps for use as two singles or one double

£200 - 300

Lot 90

A LEATHER CARTRIDGE CASE for about 300 cartridges; together with a canvas cartridge bag, with leather trim (2)

£200 - 300

Lot 91

W. W. GREENER

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, the green velvet-lined interior with oil bottle and snap caps

£250 - 400

Lot 92

GUARDIAN LEATHER

A LEATHER GUN CASE suitable for an over and under gun, with compartment for 34-inch barrels; together with two canvas cartridge bags; a leather bag; blank firing revolver, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 93

BROADHURST CLARKSON & CO. A THREE-DRAWER GENERAL SERVICE TELESCOPE, NO. 6399, dated 1916 and engraved with the owner’s name, G. H. W. Brown, Chobham RD, Surrey

£100 - 200

Lot 94

A LARGE QUANTITY OF RELOADING ACCESSORIES for .455 and .303 calibres, comprising: reloading presses, dies, bullets and unfired brass cases

£100 - 200

Lot 95

A QUANTITY OF RELOADING ACCESSORIES for 6.5 Mannlicher Schoenauer, comprising: reloading press, dies, a large quantity of cartridge cases and bullets

£80 - 120

Lot 96

A GROUP OF RIFLEMAN ACCESSORIES comprising: 3 rear sight Verniers and an associated advertising card; aim corrector; fore sight cover; 2 bore mirrors, etc

£100 - 200

Lot 97

A GROUP OF .455 REVOLVER ACCESSORIES comprising: 3 nickel fore sight covers for Webley revolvers; a W. S. Target model stirrup catch with rear sight; a Mark VI stirrup catch; 2 dry fire hammer clips for Webley revolvers; .455 reloading tools; and two pairs of Colt New Service grips

£150 - 250

Lot 98

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: 3 powder measures; spring cramp; percussion cap dispenser by Dixon; 3 turnscrews; 2 wad punches; and 5 gunmakers snap caps

£150 - 250

Lot 99

WEBLEY & SCOTT

THREE SCARCE WEBLEY OIL CANS

together with 3 further Young’s . 303 cans

£80 - 120

Lot 100

J. BLANCH & SON

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with lift-out barrel compartments blocked for 28-inch barrels

£300 - 500

Lot 101

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with lift-out tray and ammunition compartment, suitable for 30-inch barrels, handle missing

£300 - 500

Lot 102

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS CLEANING RODS of various patterns and calibres (25)

£80 - 120

Lot 103

W. R. PAPE

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with leather straps and dividers

£500 - 700

Lot 104

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels

£200 - 300

Lot 105

W. RICHARDS

A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels

£150 - 250

Lot 106

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 30-inch barrels, the charge card for gun no. 30014; together with two leather leg-of-mutton cases (3)

£200 - 400

Lot 107

JOHN DICKSON & SON

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 27-inch barrels

£200 - 300

Lot 108

JAMES PURDEY & SONS

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with leather straps and oak dividers

£300 - 500

Lot 109

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with leather straps and oak dividers

£300 - 500

Lot 110

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels

£200 - 300

Lot 111

A 21ST CENTURY ANTIQUES-TYPE WELLINGTON CHEST GUN CABINET the disguised steel cabinet fitted for five guns, 55 by 24 by 13-inches

£700 - 900

Lot 112 J. PURDEY

A RARE EARLY MAHOGANY GUN CASE, CIRCA 1820

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

£300 - 500

Lot 113

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 27-inch barrels, the charge card numbered for guns 22440 and 22677

£300 - 500

Lot 114

E. J. CHURCHILL GUNMAKERS

LTD

A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER

‘VC’ GUN CASE with compartment for 25-inch barrels

£250 - 400

Lot 115 W. R. PAPE

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

£200 - 300

Lot 116

A GROUP OF FIVE LEG-OFMUTTON GUN CASES with compartments for 30-inch barrels (one for 28-inch barrels)

£100 - 200

Lot 117

A KIT TO BUILD A 4-BORE HAMMER GUN comprising action with trigger plate, fore-end iron, hammers, etc

£200 - 400

Lot 118

THOMAS HORSLEY & SON

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A .360 NO.5 HAMMER ROOK RIFLE, PATENT NO. 2410

26-inch octagonal barrel, sights missing, the rounded frame, backlock and side lever with border engraving, hammer and trigger guard missing, the stock cut at the hand, 4lb. 10oz., black powder proof

£200 - 400

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A 12-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN

31-inch round to octagonal damascus barrel, the lock indistinctly signed, hammer missing, the half length stock with steel furniture, 14-inch pull, 5lb. 15oz., ramrod missing, rib detached

£80 - 120

Lot 120

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 “PREMIER” MODEL AIR PISTOL, BATCH NO. 81

6 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with stirrup catch and adjustable rear sight, retaining virtually all of its original finish overall, chequered composition grips, in its maker’s original carton with spare parts list

£100 - 150

Lot 121

BSA

A .22 “SCORPION” MODEL BREAK-BARREL AIR PISTOL, NO. B32713

8-inch barrel, the receiver with scope rail and adjustable rear sight, black plastic grip; together with a .22 Webley “Hurricane” air pistol, 8inch barrel, the frame with adjustable rear sight (2)

£80 - 120

Lot 122

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 “SENIOR” MODEL AIR PISTOL, BATCH NO. 177

6 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with stirrup catch and Birmingham 4 address, chequered composition grips, retaining some original finish overall

£80 - 120

Lot 123

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .177 “SENIOR” MODEL PRE-WAR AIR PISTOL, NO. S18713

6 1/2-inch barrel, the receiver with stirrup catch and impressed patent dates to 1925, the ribbed slant grip with chequered grips with smooth top panel, retaining much original finish overall, in its maker’s original box with cleaning rod, 1000 size tin of pellets and scarce .177 Special Pellets paper sample packet, box with some repairs

£100 - 200

Lot 124

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 MARK 3 MODEL UNDERLEVER AIR

RIFLE, NO. B8224

18 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, fore sight with cover, loading tap, cylinder with scope rail, retaining virtually all of its original finish overall, the half length stock with pistol grip, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb 4oz.

The rifle appears virtually unused.

£100 - 200

Lot 125

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 MARK 3 MODEL UNDERLEVER AIR

RIFLE, NO. A4179

18 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, loading tap, cylinder with scope rail, the half length stock with pistol grip, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 2oz.

£80 - 120

Lot 126

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .177 “VULCAN” MODEL BREAK-BARREL AIR RIFLE, NO. 900941

17-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and ramp fore sight, the receiver with dove tail grooves and side safety, retaining much original finish overall, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13-inch pull, 6lb. 10oz.; together with a similar .177 Webley “Vulcan” air rifle, no. 559235 (2)

£100 - 150

Lot 127

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 “HAWK” MK III BREAK-BARREL AIR RIFLE, NO. 546158

17-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, the receiver with dove-tail grooves and side safety, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 4oz., in its original maker’s carton with outer slip cover

£80 - 120

Lot 128

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 “VULCAN” MODEL BREAK-BARREL AIR RIFLE, NO. 563864

17-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and hooded ramp fore sight, the receiver with dove-tail grooves and side safety, retaining much original finish overall, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 7lb., in its original maker’s carton with warranty card, leaflet and telescopic sight, cardboard outer sleeve

£100 - 150

Lot 129

STERLING ARMAMENT CO.

A .22 HR81 UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. 3952

18-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and hooded fore sight, the receiver with bolt-action and dove-tail grooves, retaining all of its original finish overall, the half length stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 13oz., in its maker’s carton with test target, instruction booklet, etc

The rifle appears new and unused.

£100 - 200

Lot 130

THE BARRELLED ACTION OF A 7.62MM BOLT-ACTION TARGET

RIFLE, NO. 1099

30-inch Schultz & Larsen barrel with hooded optical fore sight, Mauser 98 type action, bolt with flag safety, nitro proof

£50 - 80

Lot 131

PERAZZI

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BARRELS, FOR GUN NO. 65156

27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, ported muzzles, machined ventilated rib, side ribs loose, in their maker’s plastic case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 132

HENRY ATKIN

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3278

the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension and let-in comb

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 133

W. W. GREENER

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 22649

the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch highly figured stock with chequered butt plate

✪ £250 - 350

Lot

S. ALLPORT

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A .410 HAMMER GUN

the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock

✪ £600 - 800

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Lot 135

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A FINE PAIR OF PREATER-ENGRAVED 12-BORE “ROYAL DELUXE” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 40266/7

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers profusely engraved with game scenes surrounded by bold foliate scrollwork, the fences carved with leaves, the lock plates engraved with scenes of pheasants in realistic landscapes and each signed with engraver’s initials “KP”, the action bases with further scenes and again signed by the engraver, retaining much of their original bright finish, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, 15-inch highly figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 7lb., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were completed in 1975, the original order being dated 27 February 1973. The ledger page records much detail about the order and notes that the stocks of the guns “..are to match colour and figure of a Monk gun, to be round of horn with slender hand and grip”. These guns are probably the only pair of “Royal Deluxe” that have been built with rounded horns.

Ken Preater has worked almost exclusively for Holland & Holland since apprenticing as an engraver in the 1950s. Specialising in game scenes and bold scrollwork, he soon became Holland & Holland’s chief engraver and was responsible for much of the work on the Products of Excellence Series and many of the unique commissions that Holland & Holland undertook in the 1970s and 1980s.

✪ £30000 - 40000

HENRY ATKIN

A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK

EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 848 AND 892

No.1 gun with 28-inch blacked damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, No.2 gun with 29-inch blacked damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stocks including leather-covered recoil pads, 6lb. 10oz. and 6lb. 15oz. respectively, nitro re-proof, No.2 gun bores lightly marked and dented, brassbound leather case with John Dickson & Son label

✪ £1500 - 2000

GEORGE GIBBS

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

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

✪ £8000 - 12000

A TRIO OF 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 558594/5/6

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, No.3 gun about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining much of their original bright finish, 14 1/4-inch well figured stocks with slightly swept combs and including 3/4-inch ebonite extensions, 6lb. 15oz., Spanish nitro proof, in their maker’s leather double and single cases

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 139

WILLIAM

EVANS

A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15409 & 16158

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stocks including 3/4-inch extensions, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s case

✪ £1200 - 1800

Lot 140

CHARLES HELLIS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 3192/3

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2, improved and full choke borings respectively, top extensions, the frames, dummy side plates and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving and retaining much hardening colour overall, 15-inch well figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof, No.1 gun left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, No.2 gun re-jointing recommended, in their leather case

The guns appear to have been expertly refinished overall.

✪ £800 - 1200

J. HARKOM & SON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 2081/2

28-inch replacement barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, doll’s head extensions, damascus ribs, the frames and numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, No.1 retaining traces of original hardening colour, No.2 with repair and additional strengthening bolster, the maker’s name signed within a scrolled banner, distinctively carved fences, 14 1/4-inch figured stocks with chequered butt plates, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The replacement barrels were fitted by Fred Ward in 1963. The guns were converted to ejector at this time as well. Copies of the original correspondence relating to the re-barelling work are included with the gun.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 142

W. G. RICHARDSON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. H20333 AND H20937

25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill ribs, the frames and top levers with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, arcaded fences, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in their lightweight leather motor case

The guns were built by W. G. Richardson of Barnard Castle and remain unnumbered with blank trigger guards. The H prefixed numbers refer to the maker in the trade responsible for building them, G. & S. Holloway.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 141

Lot 143

RIZZINI

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BR550 ROUND BODY MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 99247/8

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

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

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 144

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9342

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with bold scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case

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

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 145

CHARLES LANCASTER

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SELFOPENING BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8159

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, leg-of-mutton shaped backlocks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, patent selective single trigger, 14-inch stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 146

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11025

30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with border engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured crossover stock cast for the right shoulder and left master eye, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 147 CZ

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 28651-58

31 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, machined rib and mid extension, the plain blacked frame with back action bar locks and top lever, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate and sling swivels, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof

The gun appears little used.

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 148

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 23968

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with acanthus scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within an arch, gold lined cocking indicators, patent single trigger, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, left barrel wall thickness marginal, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £3500 - 5000

Lot 149

JOSEPH LANG & SON

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13791

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 14-inch highly figured replacement stock, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, leather case with reproduction maker’s label

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 150

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5798

27-inch replacement barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, trigger guard cracked at the bow

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 151

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5813

28-inch replacement barrels by another with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its brassbound leather case

✪ £2400 - 2800

Lot 152

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6216

30-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, backlocks and top lever with bold scroll engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 15-inch well figured replacement stock, 7lb., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £2400 - 2800

Lot 153

F.

BEESLEY

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1268

29 3/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, additional interchangeable maker’s barrels out-of-proof, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 154

H. S. GREENFIELD

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1871

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining some original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 155

HENRY ATKIN

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1610

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, top rib loose, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 156

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE NO.2 “ROYAL” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 27174

30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable bar locks and gold numbered top lever with border engraving, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, right bore dented, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £2400 - 2800

Lot 157

DENTON & KENNELL

A 12-BORE “SILVERPOINT” SIDELOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 73441

27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with acanthus scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 7lb. 2oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 158 AYA

A 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 456194

26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators,, rolled edge trigger guard, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof, left firing pin defective

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 159

SOMERTON GUNS

A SPANISH 12-BORE “SILVER POINT” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 77529

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

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 160

T. STENSBY & CO.

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. B1682

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, back action bar lock and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14-inch figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 161

AYA

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 515601

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving entwined with scrolling ribbons, retaining some original hardening colour, single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz.. Spanish nitro proof, lightweight leather case

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 162

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16568

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and top lever with foliate scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a panel, 14 1/4-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, right bore dented, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 163

ARMY & NAVY CSL

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 57525

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including 5/8-inch extension, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £1200 - 1800

Lot 164

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE “EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR”

SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12091

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, back locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., black powder proof, right bore marked, in its leather case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 165

W. W. GREENER

A 12-BORE SELF-ACTING EJECTOR MODEL GUN, NO. 27269

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 5/8 choke borings, patent wedge-fast crossbolt extension, the rib signed “Winner of the London Gun Trials, 1875, 1877, 1878 and 1879”, non-automatic side safety, 15 1/4-inch well figured replacement stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1884. It appears to be the No.1 gun of a pair.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 166

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12853

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and traces of original hardening colour, top lever spring weak, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad and inset panel to the face where a cheek pad has been removed, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 167

W. R. PAPE

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 12335

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 168

GUNMARK

A 12-BORE “KESTREL” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 361549

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, 13 1/2-inch stock, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £80 - 120

Lot 169

AYA

A 12-BORE “YEOMAN” MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 348497

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

✪ £80 - 120

Lot 170

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 55006

27 3/4-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frame, dummy side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock, cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 171

T. WILD

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 20089

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case with William Ford label

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 172

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 500 BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 95576

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, canvas case with Russell Hilsdon label

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 173

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 12-BORE GOLD NAME MODEL

BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8153

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the plain frame and patent top lever signed in gold, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 174

WILLIAM POWELL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13273

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 15 1/4inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, top rib loose, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 175

WILLIAM POWELL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13275

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, bores pitted, re-jointing recommended, action knuckle damaged, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 176 BSA

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 49855

30-inch dove-tail chopper-lump barrels with 3-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the bolstered frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb., nitro re-proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 177

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 502322

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 11oz., Spanish nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 178

CHARLES BOSWELL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18013

25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 179

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 500 BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 113108

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock cast-off for central vision, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 180

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3431

28-inch barrels sleeved by Westley Richards, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and numbered top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, vinyl covered case with Holland & Holland label

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 181

W. W. GREENER

A 12-BORE FH35 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68464

28-inch replacement barrels by Benjamin Wild & Son, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame and top lever with scroll engraving, non-automatic side safety, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 182 BSA

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 37377

28-inch dove-tail chopper—lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever with impressed BSA piled arms trademark, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 183

J. P. SAUER & SOHN

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 220706

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame and top lever engraved with scenes of game within border and scroll engraving, cocking indicators, horn trigger guard, 14 1/2inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 3oz., German nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 184

J. CROCKART & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. H21617

27 3/4-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 185

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18093 (122532)

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

The maker confirms that the gun was delivered in 1954.

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 186

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 554271

26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 187

ARMY & NAVY CSL

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68134

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

The gun was built in 1921 for Lt Col Spencer.

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 188

ALEX MARTIN

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6311

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock (cracked), 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, in its leather case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 189

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 701 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 129384

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 3/8-inch ebonite heel plate, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, leather case with Charles Boswell label

The gun was completed in 1958.

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 190

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE H&H SHOT AND REGULATED MODEL BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 38018

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock, slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 191

P. D. MALLOCH

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 336

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scenes of dogs and game surrounded by fine scrollwork and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 5oz.. nitro re-proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 192

CHARLES LANCASTER

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14261

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 193

NIKKO

A 12-BORE SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. P017702

24 1/2-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber and threaded for external threaded choke tube, machined ventilated rib, restricted magazine capacity, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof, together with choke tubes

✪ £50 - 80

Lot 194

BROWNING

A 12-BORE A5 LIGHTWEIGHT SELFLOADING SPORTING GUN, NO. 6514428

27 1/2-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about improved cylinder boring, machined ventilated rib, restricted magazine capacity, lightweight alloy receiver retaining much of its original crackle finish, 14 1/4-inch stock with semi pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 195

A PERCUSSION L-BORE PUNT GUN BARREL

the 88-inch octagonal to round grey painted barrel with breeching trunnions and swivel loop, breech with fitted tang

£500 - 800

Lot 196

A PERCUSSION B-BORE PUNT GUN

the 102-inch grey-painted two-stage barrel with drum and nipple breech, plain hammer and lock, mechanism defective, grey-painted stock with provision for breeching rope

£500 - 800

Lot 197

T. BLAND & SONS

AN 8-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 9734

39-inch damascus barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, about full choke boring, the rounded frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever signed by the maker, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 10lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof

£800 - 1200

Lot 198

HALGER WAFFEN

A GERMAN 8-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 7270

39 1/4-inch barrel with 4 1/4-inch chamber, about full choke boring, machined solid tapered rib, the rounded clam-shell bolstered frame, rebounding backlock, hammer and rotary underlever with border engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 12 3/4-inch stock including 1/4-inch extension and slip-on recoil pad, 11lb. 10oz., German black powder proof

£800 - 1200

Lot 199

A BELGIAN 8-BORE LIVE PIGEON GUN, NO. 7492

31 1/2-inch blacked damascus barrels with 3 1/2-inch chambers, about extra full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the machined rib signed in gold “Fusil Hercule Quadruple Verrou Damas Boston”, the frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving around pigeons in flight, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and perished rubber recoil pad, 11lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, sling swivels removed from the barrel

£1600 - 2300

Lot 200

F. T. BAKER

A 12-BORE ‘TRY’ GUN

the non-firing gun constructed with 29 3/4-inch barrels with provisions for numerous adjustments to cast, bend and drop, the adjustable action with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, inscribed with the legend “Fred T. Baker’s Improved Jigger”, the top surface engraved with their trademark, the trigger guard dated MDCCCLXXXIV, the well figured stock with adjustable comb and extending butt plate, 7lb.

Provenance: By family descent

The gun was built in 1884 and was used for many years at F. T. Baker London premises.

£1000 - 1500

Lot 201

STEPHEN GRANT & SONS

A SCARCE 10-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7208, A TWO BARREL SET 31-inch damascus barrels with 2 7/8-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the interchangeable 28-inch 12-bore barrels by John Wilkes with 2 3/4-inch magnum chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, the plain frame, locks and engraved top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, in its brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1899. The additional 12-bore barrels were fitted by John Wilkes in 1974.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 202

ARMY & NAVY

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 24588

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, right bore marked, canvas case with reproduction label

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 203 BAKER

A 14-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN

29 3/4-inch damascus barrels with gold lined breeches, the non-rebounding bar lock and hammers with scroll engraving around scenes of game, engraved furniture, 14 1/4inch stock with steel butt plate, 7lb.. black powder proof

£350 - 500

Lot 204

F. T. BAKER

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2368

28-inch replacement barrels by S. Smallwood, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof, stock with slight crack below the left lock

The trigger guard is dated in Roman numerals MDCCCLXX and the replacement barrels were fitted in 1935.

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 205

W. H. BLANCH

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 289

27 1/2-inch shortened damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 206

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 5461

28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and side lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., black powder proof

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 207

WILLIAM LEE

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, CONVERTED FROM PINFIRE

28 1/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame with forward pointing underlever, nonrebounding bar locks and hammers with foliate scroll engraving, grip safety, 14-inch figured stock, cracked at the head, 6lb. 4oz., proof exemption certificate, bores pitted, left hammer tip broken Sold as unfit for use.

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 208

B. DENYER

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 786, CONVERTED FROM PINFIRE

30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 13 3/4-inch highly figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, homemade canvas case

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 209

J. & W. TOLLEY

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 4091

27 3/4-inch shortened damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers and recessed choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, the trigger guard crudely engraved with the owner’s postcode, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof, bores marked, home-made wooden case

✪ £300 - 500

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3136, A TWO BARREL SET

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the interchangeable 30-inch steel barrels by the maker no. 5178, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, with recessed and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with horn butt plate, broken at the hand and fitted with metal repair plates, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s leather case with two barrel compartments

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1873 and that the interchangeable steel barrels were fitted circa 1904. The gun remains in a very original condition. The case with shipping labels to India, where it is likely that the stock repair was carried out.

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 211

W. H. POLLARD & SONS

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8454

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, bores marked

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 212

H. HODGSON

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2014

26 1/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and improved cylinder choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 213

A BELGIAN 16-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 39510

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, machined rib, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, the fences with side clips and carved with oak leaves, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 214

P. SMALL

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension and ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked

✪ £400 - 600

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Lot 215

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A PAIR OF 16-BORE “ROYAL DELUXE” SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 36750/1

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers engraved with bold foliate scrollwork surrounding mythical creatures, the maker’s name engraved within a scrolling banner, the fences deeply chiselled and carved, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/8-inch highly figured stocks including 1/2-inch leather covered recoil pads, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, No.1 gun right bore diameter marginal and minimum wall thickness well below the recommended minimum, left bore dented and slightly marked, No.2 gun wall thickness marginal, in their leather motor case

The maker confirms that the guns were built circa 1965.

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Lot 216

DAVID MCKAY BROWN

A FINE PAIR OF 20-BORE ROUND ACTION EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 7498/9

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frames, trigger plates and gold numbered top levers with bold scroll engraving and retaining most of their original hardening colour, the action bases signed in gold, the trigger plates with scenes of duck and pheasant in flight, signed by the engraver “D. V. Hudson”, the trigger plates with gold washed lockwork, 14-inch highly figured stocks, the trigger guards inlaid with the initials “M.C.K.”, 5lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in their brassbound oak and leather case with canvas outer cover

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1992. They appear relatively little used.

Lot 217

RIZZINI

A 20-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER MODEL BR550 ROUND BODY BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 97588

30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, the rounded frame and top lever with bold acanthus scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining all of its original hardening colour, selective single trigger, 16-inch well figured stock slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, with pistol grip and including 1-inch extension and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 11oz., superior nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s lightweight case with J. Roberts & Son label, with spare chokes, etc

The gun was built in 2016 and is proofed for steel shot.

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 218

GALLYON & SON

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11071

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the plain frame and top lever with floral decoration and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 219

AYA

A 20-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 495709

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 7/8 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 11oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 220

AYA

A FINE 20-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 545415

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving with entwined ribbons and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 13oz., Spanish nitro proof

The gun appears virtually unused.

✪ £1000 - 1500

221

J. PURDEY & SONS

A FINE PAIR OF 20-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS,

NOS. 17150/1

29-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much of their original hardening colour, cocking indicators, 14-inch highly figured stocks with ribbed heel plates, the silver escutcheon engraved the motto "If I Rest I Rust", 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof, bores very slightly marked, in their maker's brassbound oak and leather case with canvas outer cover

The maker confirms that the guns were built in May 1901 for Baron d'Erlanger. The guns retain a high degree of original finish and remain in a very good and original unrestored condition.

AYA

A SCARCE 28-BORE “BEST QUALITY BOXLOCK” MODEL BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 525473

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof, canvas case

The gun appears little used.

✪ £1200 - 1500

R. BLANTON

A .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 706

28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 12 3/4-inch figured stock, 4lb. 6oz., recent nitro re-proof, bores slightly marked

✪ £2000 - 2500

Lot 222

Lot 223

Lot 224

MORTIMER & SON

A .410 HAMMER GUN, NO. 8079, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE

28-inch round to octagonal barrel with 2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the plain frame with side lever and central hammer and retaining some original finish, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 3lb. 13oz., black powder proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 225

AN ENGLISH .410 BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR GUN, NO. B1

26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and with a vacant scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including ribbed butt plate, 4lb. 9oz., nitro proof, bores lightly marked

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 226

HENRY ATKIN

A .410 SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 296, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK

RIFLE

28-inch octagonal to round barrel with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke boring, automatic ejector, the rounded frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much renewed finish, 13 1/4-inch stock with pistol grip, 4lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 227

AN ENGLISH .410 SINGLE BARREL FOLDING HAMMER GUN, NO. 65614

28-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the frame with central hammer and side lever, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 3lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £50 - 80

Lot 228

MIROKU

A 12-BORE 7000 SP-I MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56398PV

29-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, slightly cracked at the hand, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 229

MIROKU

A 12-BORE MODEL 3000 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63683PW

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, raised machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and sliding top bolt with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 230

MIROKU

A 12-BORE MODEL 6000SP-III SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63220NZ

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 15 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip including 1-inch extension and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 13oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 231

BETTINSOLI

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 137787

30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 232

LINCOLN

AN ITALIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 25275

30-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and raised comb, chequered butt plate, sling swivels, 7lb. 15oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 233

BREDA-SKB

AN ITALIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. S5539860

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame and top lever with scroll and game scene decoration, selective single trigger, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, sling swivels, 7lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 234

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE B2 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR TRAP GUN, NO. 41766.S74

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, broad machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving around scenes of game birds in landscapes, signed by the engraver ‘J. M. Boulanger’, non-automatic safety catch, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip including rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 235

BROWNING

A JAPANESE 12-BORE “CITORI” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 30238PT

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 1oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 236

SABATTI

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 133668

27 7/8-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame engraved in relief with foliate scrollwork, selective single trigger, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, grip cap chipped, 6lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £80 - 120

Lot 237

B. C. MIROKU

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 720708

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 238

BROWNING

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 40742MM

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever decorated with scenes of working dogs, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 239

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 400 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K391772

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 240

MIROKU

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 399891

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

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 241

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 6500 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K545851E

30-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and matted top surface, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 9oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 242

BETTINSOLI

A 20-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 224445

27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, surrounding scenes of gold highlighted game birds, selective single trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and slim recoil pad, 6lb. 11oz., Italian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s plastic case with spare chokes, recoil pad, etc

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 243

FERLIB

A 20-BORE OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 33710, RETAILED BY THOMAS TURNER OF READING

27 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame, side plates and top lever with bold scroll engraving, surrounding detailed scenes of game in flight, the lock plates signed “Thomas Turner, Reading”, the trigger plate signed by the engraver “Panteghini Inc.”, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 9oz., Italian nitro proof, in its leather case

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 244

KEMEN

A PAIR OF 20-BORE KM-4 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 40-03-159-96 AND 40-03-160-96

32-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, the black frames and gold numbered top levers with border engraving, the name and model signed in gold, 14 3/4-inch black finished stocks with semi pistol grips and rubber recoil pads, repaired at the heads and refinished overall, 7lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £2500 - 3500

Lot 245

BROWNING

A 12-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8J3RP01751

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 246

BROWNING

A 12-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8JRR66126

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with border engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 6oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 247

MIROKU

A 12-BORE 3800TR-V SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR TRAP GUN, NO. 30950PP

32-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb., nitro proof, in its Browning case

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 248

B. C. MIROKU

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 736209

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 249

LAURONA

A 12-BORE OVER AND UNDER NONEJECTOR GUN, NO. 70487

28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 250

F. N. BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 67102

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, cut-down comb and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 2oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 251

F. N. BROWNING

A 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 43425S74

27 7/8-inch replacement barrels by the maker, numbered 1551, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 5oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

F. N. BROWNING

A SCARCE AND HISTORIC 12-BORE “SUPERPOSED” B25 OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6

32-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, machined semi-ventilated non-crossfire rib, engraved “Browning Superposed” in a panel at the breech, the barrels engraved “Browning Arms Company, Ogden, Utah, 12ga Special Steel, Made in Belgium”, one-piece fore-end with horseshoe retainer, the frame and top lever with border engraving and impressed with the serial number ‘6’ to the top strap, non-automatic safety, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with straight hand and later rubber recoil pad, with period repair through the head, 7lb. 13oz., Belgian nitro proof, fore-end wood with repaired patch let in to the left hand panel

The gun was likely completed in 1930 and is one of the earliest examples of the classic Browning B25 known to exist. Serial number ‘0’ is apparently still retained by Browning and serial number ‘1’, which was shipped to F. N.’s ammunition plant, has recently been discovered in Australia. Serial number ‘20’ was sold through these rooms in 2006.

✪ £1000 - 1500

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE SO5 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR TRAP GUN, NO. C11562B

29 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, file-cut ventilated rib, Kersten bolt extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving around scenes of game in flight, the trigger plate signed by the engraver “D. Massenza”, non-automatic safety catch, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, cast-on for the left shoulder, the pistol grip cap incorporating the Olympic rings, 8lb. 7oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s case

The proof marks date the gun to 1988.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot

F.

A BELGIAN 12-BORE A1 MODEL OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 55761

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the blacked frame with scroll engraving, non-automatic safety catch, 15-inch figured replacement stock with semi pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 10oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot

P.

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER 687 EELL “DIAMOND PIGEON” MODEL OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. N95809B

30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame, side plates and top lever with rose and scroll engraving surrounding scenes of game in landscapes, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £2400 - 2800

Lot 253

254

N. BROWNING

255

BERETTA

Lot 256

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 20-BORE “SPORTING” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 50697

28-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, with interchangeable Briley choke tubes, machined solid rib, the bolstered frame, side plates and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed in gold, detachable trigger block, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and horn butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., superior nitro proof, in its maker’s lightweight leather case with canvas outer cover, with spare chokes, etc

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1996.

✪ £22000 - 26000

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(a) All images of lots, catalogue descriptions and all other materials produced by GG are the copyright of GG.

(b) These Conditions of Business are not assignable by any Buyer without GG’s prior written consent, but are binding on Bidders' successors, assigns and representatives.

(c) The materials listed in Condition 1(a) set out the entire agreement between the parties.

(d) If any part of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining parts shall remain in full force and effect.

(e) These Conditions of Business shall be interpreted in accordance with English Law, under the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts, in favour of GG.

CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

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

ESTIMATES AND RESERVES

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

BUYER’S PREMIUM AND VAT

A buyer’s premium of 25% is applicable on the first £100,000 and then 20% on amounts above this. The buyer’s premium is subject to VAT at the current standard rate (20%). Lots are normally offered for sale under the auctioneers margin scheme and VAT is payable on the buyers premium by all buyers.

Lots marked with a dagger symbol † will be offered under normal UK VAT rules and VAT will be charged on both the hammer price and the buyers premium. Lots marked with a ‡ or Ω symbol has been imported from outside the EU to be sold at auction under temporary importation. VAT is applicable on the hammer price at the following rates:

‡ @ 5%

Ω @ 20%

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

FIREARMS ACT 1968

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

PRE-SALE EXHIBITION

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

CONDITION REPORTS

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

BIDDING IN PERSON

To bid with us you must register to obtain a bidding number. You will be asked to provide proof of identity. All lots sold will be invoiced to the name and address in which the paddle has been registered and will not be transferred to other names or addresses. If you instruct an agent to bid on your behalf, you will need to provide a letter of authority to this effect.

ABSENTEE BIDDING

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

ONLINE BIDDING

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

PAYMENT

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

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD

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

STERLING BANKER’S DRAFT OR BUILDING SOCIETY CHEQUE AND ELECTRONIC OR WIRE TRANSFER

Drawn on a recognised UK bank or building society.

STERLING CHEQUE OR CASH

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

We always reserve the right to hold goods until a cheque is cleared. Cash payments will not be accepted above £6.000.

ELECTRONIC AND WIRE TRANSFERS

Wire transfers can be made directly to our bank: National Westminster Bank Plc. 60 High Street Bognor Regis West Sussex PO21 1SL

Sort Code: 60 03 08

Account Number: 74044397

Account Name: Gavin Gardiner Limited

Gavin Gardiner Limited

Auctioneers of Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Rifles and Accessories

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

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

All bids must be submitted in sterling excluding buyer’s premium and VAT.

Please submit your bids as early as possible. In the event of identical bids, the earliest will take precidence. Bids should be submitted at least 24 hours before the auction. Please write clearly and check your bids carefully.

NAME (BLOCK LETTERS)

ADDRESS (BLOCK LETTERS)

GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERS TELEPHONE BIDS

Gavin Gardiner Limited is pleased to execute bids on behalf of clients unable to attend the sale in person. Please complete the bidding slip for this purpose printed in the back of the auction catalogue. All bids should be submitted in writing and in good time, at least 24 hours prior to the auction.

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

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

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

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

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

GAVIN GARDINER LIMITED’S AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE

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

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

“Counterfeit” means an item of Property that in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion is an imitation created with the intent to deceive over the authorship, origin, date, age, period, culture or source, where the correct description of such matters is not included in the catalogue description for the Property. Property shall not be considered Counterfeit solely because of any damage and/or restoration and/or modification work (including, but not limited to, recolouring, refinishing or rebarreling).

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

(ii) the only method of establishing at the date of the sale that the item was a Counterfeit would have been by means of processes not then generally available or accepted, unreasonably expensive or impractical; or likely to have caused damage to or loss in value to the Property (in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion); or

(iii) there has been no material loss in value of the Property from its value had it accorded with its catalogue description.

To claim under this Guarantee, the Buyer must:-

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gavin Gardiner Limited

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