Gavin Gardiner Limited

Pulborough, West Sussex 29 April 2026

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Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Mill Lane, Hardham Pulborough West Sussex

RH20 1LA

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£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

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

AUCTION

Wednesday 29 April 2026 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.

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 remain 5% payable once the valid authority has been acquired, checked and endorsed by Gavin Gardiner Limited.

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

ANTIQUE AND OBSOLETE CALIBRES

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

FIREARMS (AMENDMENT) ACT 1997

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

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

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

AIR WEAPONS

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

PROOF OF FIREARMS

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

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

GUNS SOLD AS PARTS

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

CONDITION OF FIREARMS

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

TAXIDERMY & RELATED ITEMS

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

SPECIAL NOTICE TO OVERSEAS BUYERS

Firearms under 100 years of age, in addition to any other Export Licence requirements, need a DTI strategic licence in order to leave the U.K. Gavin Gardiner Limited will upon request, arrange through his nominated shipper and the appropriate Government agencies for the relevant Export Licence application. Shipping Instructions should include the nature of the consignees business, and the ultimate intended use for each firearm. In most cases an Import Licence or General Undertaking will be required before an Export Licence is granted. Gavin Gardiner Limited recommend that any queries concerning the shipment and Export of Firearms be addressed to our firearms shipping agent, P.D.Q. Freight Ltd.

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.

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Lots 1-354

Wednesday 29 April 2026 at 10am

Lot 1

D.W.M.

8-inch barrel with tangent rearsight graduated to 800, the receiver dated 1917, the toggle with impressed trademark, chequered grips, retaining some original finish, nitro proof

£500 - 800

Lot 2

COLT

A .455 NEW SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 95959

5 1/2-inch barrel, the solid frame and swing-out cylinder, with impressed rampant colt trademark and Enfield inspector’s marks, chequered composition grips, left grip repaired, lanyard loop, nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 3

ENFIELD

A .476 MK II SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. A3652

5 3/4-inch barrel and church steeple cylinder, the frame with impressed crowned ‘VR’ and dated ‘1884’, smooth walnut grip with lanyard ring, black powder proof

£500 - 700

Lot 4

WEBLEY

A .455 WS ARMY MODEL SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 122446

6-inch barrel, the top surface impressed “P. Webley & Son, London & Birmingham”, the frame with winged bullet trademark, chequered walnut grips and lanyard ring, nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 5

ENFIELD

A .38 NO.2 MK I SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. E2063

3-inch barrel, the frame with king’s crown, RAF markings and dated ‘1936’, ribbed composition grips, nitro proof, rear sight element missing

£200 - 400

Lot 6

ENFIELD

A .38 NO.2 MK I SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 1644

5-inch barrel, the frame with impressed king’s crown and dated ‘1930’, chequered walnut grips, nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 7

ENFIELD

A .455 MK VI SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 11665

6-inch barrel with broad arrow to top surface, the frame with impressed crown and dated ‘1924’, chequered composition grips with lanyard loop, nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 8

ENFIELD

A .38 NO.2 TANK CREW REVOLVER, NO. 5907

5-inch barrel, double action spurless hammers, ribbed grips and lanyard loop, nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 9

WEBLEY

A 1 1/2-INCH NO.4 MK I AIRCRAFT VERY PISTOL, NO. 53342

4-inch barrel, the frame with winged bullet trademark and chequered composition grips, nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 10

WEBLEY

A .455 RIC MODEL 83 FIVE-SHOT REVOLVER, NO. 97689

2 1/2-inch barrel, the solid frame with loading gate and winged bullet trademark and impressed “P Webley & Son, London & Birmingham” on the top surface, chequered walnut grip with lanyard loop, black powder proof

£350 - 450

Lot 11

WEBLEY

A .476 NO.4 REVOLVER, NO. 10791

5 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with winged bullet trademark, chequered walnut grip with lanyard loop, black powder proof

£400 - 600

Lot 12

WEBLEY

A .455 MK VI SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 193638

6-inch barrel, the frame with inspectors’ marks and dated ‘1916’, chequered composition grips, lanyard loop, nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 13

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .455 MK I SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 120841

5-inch barrel, the slide with adjustable rear sight and engraved with the retailer’s name “Manton & Co., London & Calcutta”, impressed winged bullet trademark and dated ‘1914’, grip safety, detachable box magazine, chequered composition grips and lanyard loop, nitro proof, left grip screw missing

£500 - 800

Lot 14

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .455 WG TARGET MODEL REVOLVER, NO. 18921

7 1/2-inch barrel, retaining some original finish overall, the frame with winged bullet trademark, the stirrup catch with adjustable rear sight, flared chequered walnut grips with lanyard loop, black powder proof

£700 - 900

Lot 15

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A .22 WG CONVERSION BARREL, NO. 342 to fit the WG target revolver, 9 1/4-inches and impressed with winged bullet trademark

£150 - 250

Lot 16

PARKER HALE

A .22 CONVERSION KIT FOR A WEBLEY SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 168

8 1/2-inch barrel, the cylinder numbered 914; together with a further conversion kit, with 7-inch barrel; and a further associated .22 cylinder (3)

£200 - 300

Lot 17

THOMPSON CENTER ARMS

A .22 LR MATCH MODEL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL, NO. G19374

14-inch barrel fitted with a picatinny rail, the frame with central hammer and opening lever, smooth walnut grips, nitro proof, in its nylon holster

£80 - 120

Lot 18

WALTHER

A 9MM KURZ FACTORY ENGRAVED PPK SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 262993A

3 1/4-inch barrel, the gold plated frame and slide profusely engraved with oak leaves and acorns against a stippled ground, detachable box magazine, German nitro proof, chequered composition grips, in its maker’s box with spare magazine, test target, etc

£600 - 900

Lot 19

WALTHER

A .22 FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL PPK SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 111690LR

3 1/4-inch barrel, the gold plated frame and slide profusely engraved with bold scrollwork against a stippled ground, detachable box magazine, German nitro proof, in its maker’s presentation case with spare magazine, etc

£600 - 900

Lot 20

W. TRANTER

A .320 TRANTER’S PATENT DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 55914

3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel engraved with the retailer’s name “Veisey & Son”, the solid frame with loading gate and engraved with fine scroll work, retaining much of its original nickel-plated finish, chequered walnut grip, black powder proof, in its mahogany case

£350 - 500

Lot 21

MAUSER

A 7.63MM C96 BROOM-HANDLE SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 315029

5 1/2-inch barrel with rear sight graduated to 1000, the machined frame with safety lever and small ring hammer, ribbed walnut grips and lanyard loop, retaining some original finish, German nitro proof, in its mismatched shoulder stock holster crudely carved with the inscription “A. Baab. BadDurkheim (Rhein-Pfalz), 20.Bayr.F.A.R.”

£700 - 900

Lot 22

WALTHER

A 9MM P38 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 471805

5-ich barrel, the alloy frame with black plastic grips, German nitro proof, in its maker’s carton

£150 - 200

Lot 23

SPORTOWY

A .22 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. S4161

4 1/2-inch barrel, slide dated 1955, the frame with ribbed plastic grips, magazine with nine chamber adaptors, CIP nitro proof

£80 - 120

Lot 24

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 7.65MM SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 107407

3 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with side safety, chequered composition grips, retaining much original finish overall, magazine missing, nitro proof, in its maker’s original box with instruction leaflet

£80 - 120

Lot 25

SMITH & WESSON

A .455 HAND EJECTOR MK II REVOLVER, NO. 6728

6 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with military inspector’s stamps and modified grip strap, smooth grips, nitro proof

£120 - 180

Lot 26

COLT

A .455 NEW SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 138838

5 1/2-inch barrel, the frame with swing-out cylinder and impressed government inspector’s marks, chequered composition grips, left grip chipped, pitted and worn overall, nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 27

WALTHER

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A SCARCE DOUBLEBARREL VERY PISTOL, NO. 1173

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

£400 - 600

Lot 28

PEDERSOLI

AN ITALIAN .45 FLINTLOCK PISTOL, NO. PD11154

11-inch octagonal sighted barrel, the lock, cock and frizen retaining all of its original hardening colour, set trigger, half length stock with chequered grips, Italian black powder proof

£80 - 120

Lot 29

HILL

AN 80-BORE PERCUSSION PRESENTATION

DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVER, NO. 36007

5-inch octagonal barrel, the top surface signed “Hill, Maker, Birmingham”, the presentation inscription reading “Presented to Mr David Dewar as a mark of respect by a few of his acquaintances (now in Birmingham) who have found him a faithful and valuable friend. Birmingham January 1862”, 5-shot cylinder and loading lever, chequered walnut grips, retaining much bright nickel-plate finish, possibly re-finished overall, in its maker’s case with mould, flask, etc

David Dewar was the Chief Constable and Procurator Fiscal of the Burgh of Dundee who retired in 1909 after a distinguished 50 year police career. His portrait hangs in the Dundee Art Galleries.

£800 - 1200

WINCHESTER

A SCARCE MODEL 97 RIC PUMP-ACTION RIOT GUN, NO. E720654

20-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, contemporary London nitro proof marks, unrestricted full length magazine, the frame with central hammer and loading aperture and impressed with an Enfield inspector’s mark, 13 3/4inch stock with semi pistol grip and impressed with the armoury no. RIC85, butt plate broken, retaining traces of original finish overall, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof

The gun is one of a batch of guns purchased by the Army Council in 1921 for use by the Royal Irish Constabulary for the defence of police stations during the Irish Troubles.

£500 - 800

Lot 31

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A .410 WALKING STICK GUN, NO. 677 of John Wilson pattern, 27-inch leather-covered barrel with 3-inch chamber about true cylinder boring, the engraved silver escutcheon turning to reveal a button trigger, horn handle, nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 32

JOHN WILSON

A .410 WALKING STICK SHOTGUN, NO. 409

25-inch leather-covered barrel with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder boring, the silver escutcheon engraved with the retailer’s name “Brigg, London” and turning to reveal a folding trigger, horn handle, nitro proof

£200 - 400

W. GLASER-WAFFEN

A .375 H&H MAGNUM BOLT-ACTION

FULL-STOCKED SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 15496

27-inch octagonal to round barrel with machined top surface, the rear sight with folding leaves, the square bridge magnum length action with engraved top surface, bolt with flag safety, the magazine with hinged base plate, the trigger guard engraved with the entwined initials “CEW”, the full length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb. 4oz., German nitro proof

£1500 - 2000

Lot 34

REMINGTON

A .17 REM MODEL 700 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. S6485091

22-inch fluted stainless steel barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with scope bases, bolt with side safety, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 35

MANNLICHER

A 6.5MM MODEL 1903 BOLT-ACTION TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 15650

23-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the rear sight with folding leaves to 300, the bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine with removable base plate, tang mounted peep sight, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, ribbed steel butt plate with trap, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 7lb. 1oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 36

A SWISS 7.5X55 SCHMIDT RUBIN STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 704601

25-inch barrel with raised fore sight and adjustable tangent rear sight, the receiver with the Swiss cross emblem, magazine missing, the full length stock with hand guard and steel furniture, 13-inch pull, 9lb., nitro proof

£250 - 350

Lot 37

SAKO

A .22 P94S BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 920994

22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Leupold telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 38

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A .270 SHOT AND REGULATED MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 203

24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the Carl Gustaf action, no. 625135 mounted with a Khales telescopic sight in swing-off mounts, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length stock with pistol grip and raised comb, 15 1/4-inch pull including 1 1/2-inch extension, 8lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 39

POTTER & WALKER

A .308 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. FX606565

22 1/2-inch barrel and engraved “Evening Star” and inlaid with a gold star, the receiver with Weaver scope rings, bolt with side safety, magazine with removable base plate, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 8lb., nitro proof

The maker confirms that the rifle was built in 1998 on a new Interarms M98 action with border barrel and two-stage match trigger.

£500 - 700

Lot 40

CRAIG WHITSEY (FROM JOHN WILKES, LONDON)

A .223 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. BW19074, CONVERTED FROM A NO.4 MK I SERVICE RIFLE

17-inch Heckler & Koch barrel, the receiver mounted with a picatinny rail, detachable box magazine, half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and chequered butt plate, 14-inch pull, nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 41

CRAIG WHITSEY (FROM JOHN WILKES, LONDON)

A .223 BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. PF25719, CONVERTED FROM A NO.4 MK I SERVICE RIFLE

25 1/2-inch Lothar Walther barrel with tunnel fore sight, the receiver mounted with a John Wilkes precision aperture rear sight, magazine missing, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 10lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 42

CRAIG WHITSEY (FROM JOHN WILKES, LONDON)

A .223 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. PF201873, CONVERTED FROM A NO.4 MK I SERVICE RIFLE

24-inch Parker Hale barrel, the receiver mounted with a 4x32 telescopic sight on picatinny rail, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14 1/2-inch stock, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£100 - 200

Lot 43

TIKKA

A .270 T3X BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. AA3774

20-inch barrel fitted with a Wildcat Evolution sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 8x56 Klassik telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with Harris bipod, pistol grip, adjustable comb and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 10lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 44

WINCHESTER

A .223 REM MODEL 70 SPORTER VARMINT MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. G1894872

26-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with a picatinny rail, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length stock with Harris bipod, pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 11lb., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 45

MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER

A 6.5X54MM 1950 MODEL BOLTACTION STUTZEN CARBINE, NO. 12962

18 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding leaf sight, the receiver mounted with a Leupold 1.5-5x telescopic sight, in its quick detachable side mount, bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine with removable base plate, double set triggers, the full length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 1oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 46

REMINGTON

A 7.62MM HEAVY BARREL TARGET RIFLE, NO. 399459

26-inch heavy barrel, the receiver mounted with a Redfield telescopic sight on a picatinny rail, half length stock with pistol grip and cheekpiece, 12 3/4-inch pull, 12lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£150 - 200

Lot 47

CHARTER ARMS

A .22 AR7 EXPLORER SURVIVAL RIFLE, NO. A275413

16-inch quick detachable barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with box magazine, the whole taking down and fitting in to its plastic stock, 15-inch pull, 2lb. 15oz., nitro proof, together with a Brno .22 model 2 bolt-action sporting rifle, no. 275092 (2)

£200 - 300

Lot 48

REMINGTON

A .410 MODEL 870LW WINGMASTER PUMP-ACTION GUN, NO. T795197H

25-inch barrel with 3-inch chamber, about full choke boring, machined ventilated rib, unrestricted magazine capacity, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., German nitro proof; together with a Remington 12-bore model 1100 selfloading gun, no. M235763V, with unrestricted magazine capacity; and a Laurona 12-bore non-ejector gun, no. 64676 (3)

£200 - 400

Lot 49

KIMBER

A .243 MODEL 84M BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. KM17141

21-inch barrel fitted with a Gunworks sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Leupold telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 50

BLASER

A .300 WIN MAG R93 MODEL STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9/01102

24-inch ported barrel with ramp fore sight and raised rear sight, mounted with a Zeiss Diavari C 3-9x36 telescopic sight in its quick detachable mount, the half length highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, sling swivels, 9lb. 12oz., German nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 51

BLASER

A .416 REM MAG R93 MODEL STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 9/00950

24-inch ported barrel with ramp fore sight and raised rear sight, mounted with a Zeiss Varipoint M 2.5-10x50 telescopic sight in quick detachable mount, the receiver engraved with scenes of deer against Highland landscapes, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 15-inch pull, 11lb., German nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 52

BLASER

A .338 WIN MAG R93 MODEL STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 9/132035

25-inch ported barrel with ramp fore sight, fixed rear sight, mounted with a Zeiss Varipoint M 2.5-10x50 telescopic sight, the receiver engraved with scenes of buffalo and other African game, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 11lb. 2oz., German nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 53

BLASER

A .416 REM MAG R93 MODEL STRAIGHT PULL BOLT-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 9/00949

24-inch ported barrel with ramp fore sight, raised rear sight, mounted with a Zeiss Varipoint M 1.5-6x42 telescopic sight in quick detachable mount, the highly figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 10lb. 11oz., German nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 54

MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER

A 6.5MM MODEL 1903 BOLT-ACTION STUTZEN RIFLE, NO. 26812

18 1/2-inch replacement barrel with ramp fore sight and folding leaf sight, the receiver previously fitted with scope mounts, bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine, double set triggers, the full length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed steel butt plate with trap, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£400 - 600

Lot 55

MAUSER

A .275 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 34949, RESIGHTED BY JOHN RIGBY & CO.

24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the top surface engraved “Resighted by John Rigby & Co. for High Velocity Cartridges 140 grs bullet”, the receiver with claw mounts for a telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety and fitted with A. G. Parker folding peep sight, the half length stock with pistol grip, let-in cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4inch pull, sling swivels, 7lb. 5ozl, nitro re-proof

The vendor states that the rifle was purchased at John Rigby & Co. in 1943.

£600 - 800

Lot 56

RWS

A .243 MODEL 89 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. C001835

22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Lisenfeld 6x42 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4inch pull, sling swivels, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 57

CZ

A .22 “GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY” MODEL

452-2EZKM LIMITED EDITION BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. A197145

22-inch fluted barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Hawke telescopic sight, gold plated bolt handle with safety catch with highlighted gold detail, detachable box magazine, the figured half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s chequered butt plate, Harris bipod, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 58

HOWA

A .243 MODEL 1500 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. B388132

20-inch barrel fitted with a Nielson Sonic sound moderator, no. 015171, the receiver mounted with Nikko Sterling telescopic sight, bolt with side safety and detachable box magazine, half length synthetic stock with rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 59

RUGER

A .223 REM M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 790-41238

22-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with scope grooves, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 60

TIKKA

A .30-06 LEFT-HANDED T3 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. K69231

20-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver with scope rings, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 5oz., nitro proof

£250 - 350

Lot 61

STEYR MANNLICHER

A .243 “SAFE-BOLT” MODEL BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1008244

24-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with dovetail block, bolt with tang safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 13oz., Austrian nitro proof

£250 - 400

Lot 62

TIKKA

A .30-06 T3 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 734890

23 1/2-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a picatinny rail, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, the half length synthetic stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£300 - 400

Lot 63

AN AUSTRIAN 7X57 BOLT-ACTION

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. D114.45 (34.55)

25-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the Mauser receiver with machined top surface, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, double set triggers, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14 1/2inch pull, sling swivels, 6lb. 10oz., Austrian nitro proof

£250 - 350

Lot 64

A 7X57MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 4914, FINISHED IN THE LONDON TRADE

24 1/2-inch barrel with raised fore sight, rear sight with folding leaves to 300 yds, bolt with flag safety, magazine with removable base plate, the trigger guard with retailer’s number 40166, half length stock with straight hand including 2-inch extension and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, sling eyes, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 65

MAUSER

A .22 MODEL 201 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 130841

21 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, ramp fore sight and raised rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Richter Optik telescopic sight, 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., German nitro proof

£250 - 350

Lot 66

WILLIAM EVANS

A .22 BOXLOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 12373, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE

27-inch octagonal barrel fitted with a sound moderator, rear sight with folding leaves, the receiver mounted with a Leupold telescopic sight, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, automatic ejector, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, sling swivels, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 67

MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER

A 6.5X54MM MODEL 1903 TAKE-DOWN BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1357

23-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight with folding leaves, the receiver mounted with a Karles Helia Super telescopic sight in claw mounts, bolt with flag safety, tang mounted with folding peep sight, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, cracked at the hand, 14inch pull, sling swivels, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 68

ANSCHUTZ

A .22 MODEL 1418 BOLT-ACTION STUTZEN SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 3007536

19 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Mauser 6x42 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, double set triggers, the full length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 6lb. 12oz., German nitro proof

£150 - 250

Lot 69

MAUSER

A .22 PRE-WAR BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 215792

23 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight graduated to 200, the receiver with Mauser banner trademark and dovetail grooves, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, the half length figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, impressed with the maker’s trademark, sling swivels, 6lb. 7oz., German nitro proof

£250 -

Lot 70

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A .30 SUPER BOLT-ACTION TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 3400

24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding shade, the rear sight with folding leaves to 350, the receiver mounted with a Kahles Helia Super telescopic sight in Holland & Holland quick detachable mounts, bolt with safety catch and pop-up aperture rear sight, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, sling eyes, 8lb. 13oz., nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 71

J. PURDEY & SONS

A .22 E-QUALITY BOXLOCK EJECTOR ROOK RIFLE, NO. 17064, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE

26-inch octagonal barrel with bead fore sight, rear sight with folding leaves to 150, machined top surface, automatic ejector, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and cheekpiece, 5lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s black painted canvas case

The maker confirms that the rifle was built as a .295 rook rifle in 1900.

£1800 - 2400

Lot 72

WINCHESTER

A .22 SHORT LOW WALL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE, NO. 39519

24 1/4-inch heavy octagonal barrel with adjustable buck horn rear sight, the plain frame with central hammer, falling block and loading lever, 13-inch stock with crescent steel butt plate, cracked and pegged at the hand, 8lb., black powder proof

The rifle is sold with a letter of provenance dated January 13th 1950 stating that the rifle was once the property of Uncle Cole Younger and that this rifle was obtained by Frank James and that it had been left with him by the outlaw Bill Doolin.

£700 - 900

Lot 73

UBERTI

A .38 SPECIAL MODEL 1866 LEVERACTION RIFLE, NO. W40878

20-inch octagonal barrel with buck horn rear sight, the polished brass frame with central hammer and loading gate, full length magazine tube, 13-inch stock with crescent butt plate, 8lb. 6oz., Italian nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 74

MARLIN

A .30-30 MODEL 336 LEVER-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. U29536

20-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, three quarter length magazine tube, the frame with loading gate and mounted with a 6x42 telescopic sight, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, cracked and repaired at the hand, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£200 - 300

Lot 75

WINCHESTER

A .38-40 MODEL 1873 LEVER-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 216534B

24-inch octagonal barrel, rear sight elevation slide missing, full length magazine tube, the frame with loading gate and sliding dust cover, tang mounted folding aperture rear sight, 12 3/4-inch figured stock with crescent butt plate and trap, 8lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, together with a set of loading dies for this calibre

£700 - 900

Lot 76

ENFIELD

A .303 MARTINI ENFIELD ARTILLERY CARBINE, NO. A6189

21-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the receiver dated ‘1883’ on the right side, the left side further stamped with a crowned ‘VR’ and the conversion date ‘1898’, full length stock with bayonet bar and steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, nitro proof

£250 - 400

Lot 77

BSA

A .303 LEE SPEED PATENT VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY CARBINE, NO. 773

21-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the bolt with dust cover and turned down handle, cocking piece with safety catch, magazine cut-off and detachable five-shot box magazine, full length stock with bayonet bar and sling swivels, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£500 - 800

Lot 78

ENFIELD

A .303 LEE METFORD CAVALRY CARBINE, NO. 1587

20 3/4-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, possibly a replacement and renumbered, the butt socket stamped with crowned ‘VR’ and dated ‘1894’, bolt with turn-down handle and dust cover, cocking piece with safety catch, magazine cut-off and detachable five round box magazine, the full-length stock with hand guard and nose cap, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof, metalwork with some refinishing

£500 - 800

Lot 79

ENFIELD

A .303 LEE METFORD MK I* BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 8802H

30-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘VR’ and dated ‘1890’, the mismatched bolt with dust cover, magazine cut-off and detachable single column box magazine, long range dial sights, the full length stock with bayonet bar, thumb grooves and hand guard, steel furniture, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 5oz., nitro proof

£500 - 800

Lot 80

ENFIELD

A .22 LONG LEE ENFIELD BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 6282N, CONVERTED FROM .303

30-inch lined barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘VR’ and dated ‘1898’, the left side with spuriously engraved conversion markings and date, the mismatched bolt with dust cover, cocking piece with safety catch, magazine cut-off and detachable box magazine, long range dial sights, the full length stock with bayonet bar, hand guard and brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 7oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 81

LSA

A .303 LONG LEE ENFIELD BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 972C

30-inch replacement barrel (no. 7815B) with Territorial pattern fore and rear sights, the mismatched bolt with dust cover, cocking piece with safety catch, magazine cut-off and detachable box magazine, long range dial sights, the full length stock with bayonet bar and hand guard, brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 1oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 82

BSA

A .303 TERRITORIAL PATTERN LONG LEE ENFIELD BOLT-ACTION SERVICE

RIFLE, NO. FF1803788

30-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight with replacement winded bar, the receiver engraved with the retailer’s name “G. E. Fulton, Bisley” and fitted with a BSA folding aperture rear sight, magazine cut-off and detachable box magazine, the full length stock with bayonet bar and hand guard, brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 83

SPARKBROOK

A .303 NO.1 MK I* LEE ENFIELD BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. P22492

25-inch barrel with adjustable tangent rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘ER’ and dated ‘1905’, bolt head with floating charger guide, magazine cut-off and detachable box magazine, long range dial sights, the full length stock with nose cap, hand guard and brass butt plate, 12 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 9oz., nitro proof

£600 - 800

Lot 84

ENFIELD

A .303 NO.1 MK III LEE ENFIELD BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. R4251

25-inch barrel with adjustable tangent rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘GR’ and dated ‘1915’, magazine cut-off and detachable box magazine, long range dial sights, the full length stock with nose cap, hand guard and brass butt plate, 12 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£400 - 600

Lot 85

ENFIELD

A .22 NO.1 MK IV BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. A5110

25-inch barrel with adjustable tangent rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘ER’ and dated ‘1910’, detachable box magazine (follower removed), full length stock with nose cap, hand guard and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb., nitro proof

£400 - 600

Lot 86

BSA

A .303 NO.1 MK III* LEE ENFIELD BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. A65136

25-inch replacement barrel (no. RB9730), adjustable tangent rear sight, the butt socket with crowned ‘GR’ and dated ‘1916’, mismatched bolt, detachable box magazine, the replacement full length stock with nose cap, hand guard and brass butt plate,, 12 1/2inch pull, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 87

ENFIELD

A .303 NO.1 MK V BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. A3927

25-inch barrel, the butt socket with crowned ‘GR’ and dated ‘1924’, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight and magazine cutoff, detachable box magazine, the full length stock with nose cap, hand guard and brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 8lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof

£700 - 900

Lot 88

ENFIELD

A .303 NO.1 MK VI BOLT-ACTION TRIALS

RIFLE, NO. 126A (SERIAL NO. A0181

STRUCK THROUGH)

25-inch barrel with ramp foresight, the receiver with replacement folding aperture rear sight, the butt socket stamped with a crowned ‘GR’ and dated ‘1930’, bolt with side safety and magazine cut-off, detachable box magazine, the full length stock with chequered fore-end, hand guard and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 8lb. 15oz., nitro proof

£1000 - 1500

Lot 89

STEVENS

A .303 NO.4 MK 1* BOLT-ACTION

SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 33C8749

25-inch two-groove barrel with ramp fore sight, folding battle sights, detachable box magazine, butt socket dated ‘1942’, full length stock with hand guards and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 2oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 90

LONG BRANCH

A .303 NO.4 MK 1*, CONVERTED TO NO.5, BOLT-ACTION JUNGLE CARBINE, NO. 12L2890

20 1/2-inch two-groove barrel including flash eliminator, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight and dated ‘1942’, with conversion details “Conv. No.5 NIC/CYP”, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with hand guard and rubber recoil pad, 13-inch pull, 8lb., nitro proof

£500 - 700

Lot 91

BSA

A .303 NO.5 MK 1 BOLT-ACTION JUNGLE CARBINE, NO. BK0806

20 1/2-inch barrel including flash eliminator, the butt socket stamped ‘M47C’ and dated ‘1947’, receiver with folding aperture rear sight, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with hand guard and rubber recoil pad, 13-inch pull, 7lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£500 - 800

Lot 92

A .22 NO.7 MK 1 BOLT-ACTION

TRAINING RIFLE, NO. BS1195

25 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight to 100, detachable box magazine with .22 insert, full length stock with hand guards and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 1oz., nitro proof

£700 - 1000

Lot 93

A .22 NO.9 MK 1 BOLT-ACTION

TRAINING RIFLE, NO. PH53720

25-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight, detachable box magazine (platform removed), the full length stock with hand guards and brass butt plate, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 6oz., nitro proof

£700 - 1000

Lot 94

A SCARCE .22 NO.8 MK 1 BOLT-ACTION

TRAINING RIFLE, NO. A12422

23-inch barrel with tunnel fore sight, the receiver with folding aperture rear sight graduated to 100, the butt socket impressed ‘F49, CR324’, the magazine blanking plate impressed ‘M47C, 1950, CR345’, threequarter length stock with hand guard, pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 3oz., nitro proof

£600 - 800

Lot 95 ENFIELD

A .303 NO.4T BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. A0784, CONVERTED FROM A TRIALS RIFLE

25 1/4-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with a No.32 Mk 1 telescopic sight in its matching numbered mount, receiver with folding aperture rear sight and magazine cut-off, the butt socket impressed with a king’s crown and dated ‘1933’, detachable box magazine, full length stock with hand guards, cheekpiece and brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 11lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£3000 - 5000

Lot 96

BSA

A .303 NO.4T BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. U33184

25 1/4-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with its No.32 Mk 2 telescopic sight, in its numbered mount, receiver with folding aperture rear sight, detachable box magazine, the butt socket dated ‘1945’, the butt impressed ‘S51’ (for Holland & Holland), the scope number impressed at the small of the hand above a further lined out number, full length stock with hand guards, cheekpiece and alloy butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 11lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its transit chest with scope tin, etc

£3000 - 5000

Lot 97

BSA

A 7.62MM L42 A1 BOLT-ACTION SNIPER RIFLE, NO. G33057

27 1/2-inch heavy barrel with raised fore sight, the receiver mounted with its correct L1 A1 telescopic sight (with No.32 Mk 3 markings lined out) and dated ‘1945, in its numbered mount, the M47C butt socket dated ‘1944’, the side wall with D71 date, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with hand guard, cheekpiece and brass butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 12lb. 4oz., nitro proof, in its transit chest with scope tin, etc

£5000 - 7000

Lot 98

R.F.I.

AN INDIAN 7.62MM 2A1 BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. Z0485

25 1/4-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, tangent rear sight graduated to 800, receiver with charger bridge and dated ‘1968’, detachable box magazine, the full length stock with hand guards and alloy butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 99

ENFIELD

A 7.62MM ENFORCER POLICE MARKSMAN’S BOLT-ACTION RIFLE, NO. 370

27 1/2-inch barrel with tunnel fore sight, the receiver mounted with a Pecar 4-10x telescopic sight in Parker Hale mounts, the receiver fitted for a Parker Hale PH5E4 aperture sight and dated ‘1973’, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with hand guard, pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 11lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£2000 - 3000

Lot 100

A .303 LEE SPEED PATENT BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1501

25 1/4-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding leaf sight, ladder sight missing, bolt with engraved dust cover, safety to cocking piece, bolt with turned out handle, the receiver with magazine cut-off, the half length stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 14-inch pull, sling eyes, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

£300 - 500

Lot 101

LONG BRANCH

A .303 NO.4 MK I* BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 45L7310

25-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver with folding battle sight, detachable box magazine, the full length stock with hand guards and alloy butt plate, 13-inch pull, 8lb. 9oz., nitro proof

£250 - 400

Lot 102

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A .30-30 FIELD PATENT FALLING BLOCK

SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 11267

26 1/2-inch replacement Schultz & Larsen barrel fitted by Croft Firearms, ramp fore sight, the engraved receiver with side lever and central hammer, tang mounted folding aperture rear sight, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

£500 - 700

Lot 103

A .45-70 FALLING BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 99949, BUILT ON A WINCHESTER ACTION BY CROFT FIREARMS

24 1/2-inch heavy octagonal barrel with tunnel fore sight, mounted with a 6x42 telescopic sight, the receiver with central hammer and folding tang sight, 13 1/4-inch stock with steel butt plate, 8lb. 14oz., nitro proof

£200 - 400

Lot 104

ALEX HENRY

A .360 PATENT FALLING BLOCK

HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 2247

24-inch octagonal barrel, rear sight with folding leaves, the frame, non-rebounding backlock, bolted hammer and underlever with fine scroll engraving, 13-inch crudely made replacement stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 5lb., black powder proof

£400 - 600

Lot 105

ROSSI

A .45 LONG COLT LEVER-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. SS000047

20-inch stainless steel barrel with full length magazine tube, the receiver mounted with a 2x20 pistol scope on a picatinny rail, 12 3/4inch stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, together with a quantity of cases, reloading dies, etc

£200 - 300

Lot 106

HENRY REPEATING ARMS

A .44 MAGNUM LEVER-ACTION RIFLE, NO. BB24424

19 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with full length magazine tube, buck horn rear sight, the polished brass frame with central hammer and loading lever, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with brass butt plate, 7lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£250 - 350

Lot 107

JAMES WILKINSON & SON

A 20-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 3046

30-inch octagonal damascus barrel with micro-groove rifling, the rear sight with folding leaves, the breech with platinum plug, full length ramrod, the lock and hammer with bold scroll engraving, set trigger, removable aperture sight missing, the half length stock with engraved steel furniture and cheekpiece, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 4oz., black powder proof

£900 - 1200

Lot 108

E. & G. HIGHAM

A .375 (2 1/2-INCH) HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 2940

26-inch sleeved barrels, the file-cut top surface with folding leaf sight, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and steel butt plate, 9lb. 10oz., nitro proof

£800 - 1200

Lot 109

J. P. SAUER & SON

A 16-BORE/7X57MM BOXLOCK NONEJECTOR DRILLING, NO. 269857

26 3/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, set front trigger, cocking studs and side safety, 14-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., German nitro proof

£500 - 800

Lot 110

W. W. GREENER

A SCARCE .577 (3-INCH) FALLING BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 016947

28-inch barrel with raised fore sight, the rear sight with folding leaves to 300, the frame with border engraving and retaining all of its renewed hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a panel, tang safety, 15-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling eyes, 11lb. 3oz., nitro proof

The rifle has been re-barrelled, re-stocked and refinished to a very high standard and appears unused. The original barrel, rebored to .600, may be made available to purchaser.

£8000 - 10000

Lot 111

LARM A FINE SPANISH .470 NITRO EXPRESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 74-06-005-14

23-inch chopper-lump barrels with ramp fore sight with folding moon bead, the file-cut short raised rib with folding leaf sight to 100, mid extension, the bolstered frame, backlocks and top lever with bold foliate scroll engraving and retaining all of its original bright finish, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, extended top strap, 15-inch well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 11lb., Spanish nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case with canvas outer cover

The rifle was built in 2014 and appears little used.

£12000 - 15000

Lot 112

W. J. JEFFERY & CO.

A .303 BOXLOCK EJECTOR SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 14768 (9599)

26-inch barrels with raised fore sight, file-cut top surface with folding leaves to 500, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and chequered steel butt plate, 8lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case

£2500 - 3500

Lot 113

BROWNING

A 8X57MM 525 MODEL CCS SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 46520MW

22-inch barrels with raised fore sight, short raised rib, mounted with a Swarovski PV 1-2 telescopic sight in quick detachable ring-off mounts, the frame and top lever engraved with wild boar and deer, single trigger, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 8lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof

£1500 - 1800

Lot 114

J. BURY

A BELGIAN .35 WINCHESTER BOXLOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 1214, A TWO BARREL SET

24 1/2-inch barrels with machined rib and fixed sights, mid extension, the interchangeable 25 1/2-inch 20-bore barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the bolstered frame, side plates and top lever with bold foliate engraving surrounded by fine scrollwork, clipped fences, articulated front trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with rubber recoil pad, sling eyes, 7lb. 5oz., Belgian nitro proof, in a plastic case with J. Roberts label

£1500 - 2000

Lot 115

A SET OF SIX BISLEY CAMP PLATES

the pink coloured plates with gilt edges, the central pattern depicting a territorial camp (6)

£40 - 60

Lot 119

SAWES

AN L1A1 PROJECTOR LASER

TELESCOPIC SIGHT, NO. 1547 the body dated 1983

£150 - 250

Lot 116 ELEY

A BREECH LOADING AMMUNITION CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BACKING SHEET mounted on a board for a display of metallic sporting and military ammunition

£200 - 400

Lot 120

A THREE-DRAWER STALKING TELESCOPE with sliding sun shade and leather covers

£80 - 120

Lot 123

MARBLES

A SPORTSMAN’S SHEATH KNIFE

7-inch blade with leather handle with aluminium pommel, in its leather sheath

£50 - 80

Lot 124

LEUPOLD A VX-II 3-9X50 TELESCOPIC SIGHT in its maker’s carton; together with a further Leupold sight; a Pecar 4-10x45 telescopic sight; and a Hawke telescopic sight (4)

£250 - 350

Lot 117

A QUANTITY OF LEATHER SCOPE TUBES for telescopic sights, of various patterns, with leather straps (10)

£200 - 300

Lot 121

A COLLECTION OF GUNMAKERS CATALOGUES including Bentley & Playfair, C. G. Bonehill, G. E. Lewis, Bayliss & Son, F. T. Baker, G. S. Holloway, etc

£150 - 250

Lot 118

A COMPREHENSIVE COLLECTION OF GAME CARDS

Shoots including Rothwell, Cowdray Park, Elveden, Dale Park, Eynsham Hall, Hever Castle, Holkham, etc

£200 - 300

Lot 122

J. PURDEY & SONS

A SCARCE PURDEY INSTRUCTION BOOKLET, 1929 EDITION the inside cover with charge card for gun nos. 24367 and 24713

£120 - 180

Lot 125

CHUBB

A “MULTIGAUGE” INTERNAL BORE MICROMETER to measure 12, 16 and 20-bores, in its maker’s box

£250 - 350

Lot 126

J. PURDEY & SONS

A LIGHTWEIGHT LEATHER DOUBLE MOTOR CASE with compartments suitable for 27-inch barrels, in little used condition, canvas outer cover

£400 - 600

Lot 127

CHUBB

A 12-16-20 “MULTIGAUGE” INTERNAL BORE MICROMETER in its maker’s box with sizing rings

£200 - 300

Lot 131

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 29-inch barrels, worn overall; together with a leg-of-mutton case (2)

£200 - 300

Lot 135

CHUBBS

A MULTIGAUGE INTERNAL BORE MICROMETER to measure 10, 12, 16 and 20-bore, in its box with sizing rings

£200 - 400

Lot 128

RAY WARD GUNSMITH

A PAIR OF FLEECE LINED FULL LENGTH LEATHER GUN SLIPS with straps to allow them to be used singly or as a pair, 50-inch internal length

£200 - 400

Lot 129

BRITISH GUNMAKERS by Nigel Brown, the complete three volume set in their dust jackets (3)

£100 - 200

Lot 130

A LARGE LEATHER LOADER’S CARTRIDGE BAG for about 150 cartridges, canvas strap

£100 - 200

Lot 132

MCARTHUR & PRAIN

A SCARCE 12-BORE GANNOCHY RAPID LOADER the leather-covered frame with spring clips for 100 cartridges, with rain cover and straps

£200 - 300

Lot 136

ELEY

A SALESMAN’S SAMPLE CASE containing inert sample shotgun cartridges; together with a cartridge paperweight, anniversary cup, etc

£200 - 400

Lot 133

A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS PARTS

comprising a large quantity of coil springs, breech pins, etc; and two fore sight blocks

£100 - 200

Lot 137

ELEY

A FRAMED SHOOTING SEASONS PROMOTIONAL HANGING CARD together with a framed collection of Kynoch ammunition boxes; and a framed Holland & Holland label (3)

£200 - 300

Lot 134

A LARGE GROUP OF GUNMAKERS RIFLE REAR SIGHTS from the workshop of John Wilkes; together with the sight setting jig

£200 - 300

Lot 138

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A FRAMED SECTIONED ACTION BODY of a 12-bore boxlock gun, cut in half and refinished overall

£150 - 250

Lot 139

TWO FULL LENGTH LEATHER GUN SLIPS

with fleece linings, one by Holland & Holland, the other by William Powell (2)

£200 - 300

Lot 143 CHUBBS

A MULTIGAUGE INTERNAL BORE MICROMETER

with metric dial to measure 12, 16 and 20-bore, in its maker’s box with sizing rings and instructions

£250 - 350

Lot 147

A PAIR OF LEATHER FULL LENGTH GUN SLIPS

with fleece lining and leather straps to be used individually or as a pair

£150 - 250

Lot 140

A LARGE QUANTITY OF SHOTGUN EXTRACTOR FORGINGS

some partly machined; together with a group of fore-end woods; and two gun cases

£200 - 400

Lot 144

A BROWNING B25 STOCK the swan neck stock with maker’s butt plate, approximately 13-inch pull

£150 - 250

Lot 148

THOMAS HORSLEY

A CANVAS CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for approximately 200 cases, with dividers

£250 - 350

Lot 141

A LARGE QUANTITY OF CHAMBER REAMERS from the John Wilkes workshop, various calibres, contained in 30 wooden boxes

£200 - 400

Lot 145

A MODERN FRAMED CARTRIDGE DISPLAY the attractive display of paper shotgun cases including many local gun shops and famous gunmakers

£250 - 350

Lot 149

A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28 1/2-inch 16-bore or 20-bore barrels with reproduction James Purdey & Sons label, re-covered overall

£200 - 400

Lot 142

T. F. WOOD & SON

A BARREL WALL THICKNESS GAUGE with five interchangeable prongs to measure 12, 16, 20, 28 and .410 bores, in its maker’s case

£400 - 600

Lot 146 ELEY

A GRAND PRIX CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BOARD showing the various stages of the manufacture of the famous Grand Prix cartridge

£500 - 700

Lot 150

JAMES PURDEY & SONS

A FINE BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 28-inch barrels, the charge card for gun nos. 29031/2, with canvas outer cover

The case appears little used.

£700 - 900

Lot 151

JAMES PURDEY & SONS

A LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 400 cases, with leather straps and dividers

£200 - 400

Lot 152

BLASER

THREE R93 MODEL MAGAZINE INSERTS suitable for a wide variety of calibres, including 7mm Rem Mag, .30-06, .270, 6.5x55, .25-06, etc (3)

£100 - 200

Lot 153

BLASER

A 7X57MM R93 MODEL BARREL, NO. 9/65195 22-inch with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight

£250 - 400

Lot 154

BLASER

A .30-06 R93 BARREL, NO. 9/81912 the 22-inch fluted barrel with adjustable fore and rear sights

£250 - 400

Lot 155

BLASER

A .243 R93 BARREL, NO. 9/168931 the 22-inch fluted barrel threaded at the muzzle for a sound moderator

£250 - 400

Lot 156

BLASER

A .243 R93 BARREL, NO. 9/209296

the 22-inch barrel fitted with an ASE Ultra sound moderator

£250 - 400

Lot 157

BLASER

A .338 WIN MAG R93 MODEL BARREL, NO. 9/00785

25-inch ported barrel with raised fore sight and rear sight, mounted with a Zeiss Diavari C 3-9x36 telescopic sight in its quick detachable mount

£350 - 450

Lot 158

BLASER

A .300 WIN MAG R93 MODEL BARREL, NO. 9/01101

24-inch ported barrel with raised fore and rear sights, mounted with a Zeiss Diavari C 3-9x36 telescopic sight in its quick detachable mount

£350 - 450

Lot 159

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A PAIR OF APPROXIMATELY .280 RIFLE BARRELS, IN THE WHITE

26-inches with machined top surface and folding leaf sights, black powder proof

£200 - 300

Lot 160

CHARLES LANCASTER

THE MAJOR PARTS OF A .360 OVAL BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 11956

26-inch barrels with sights removed, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and signed by the maker, fences with side clips, extended top tang, the lockwork and many other parts missing

£200 - 400

Lot 161

JOHN WILKES

THE MACHINED ACTIONS AND BARRELS TO BUILD FOUR .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS

comprising: machined action and fore-end forgings, jointed barrel tubes and castings and forgings for remaining sundry parts

£400 - 600

Lot 162

AN IMPRESSIVE 40MM MUZZLE-LOADING CANNON of recent manufacture, the 29-inch stainless steel barrel of turned down form with flared muzzle, the walnut carriage of naval pattern with polished steel fittings, recent London black powder proof, in its grey-painted transit chest

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 163

PARKER BROS.

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 43859

the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever engraved with scenes of game and scrollwork and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 164

BAKER GUN CO.

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 32590

the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving, 14-inch stock with semi pistol grip and maker’s butt plate; together with a Ilja 12-bore sidelock non-ejector gun, no. LI9450 (2)

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 165

E. M. REILLY & CO.

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE LEVER-COCKING HAMMER GUN, NO. 23756

the frame, locks, self-cocking hammers and push-forward underlever with fine scroll engraving, right lock defective

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 166

WILLIAM EVANS

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2788

the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch figured stock, canvas case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 167

J. & W. TOLLEY

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 10-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 5962

the frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with border engraving and retaining traces of original nickel-plated finish, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 168

STEPHEN GRANT & SON

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6958

the frame, locks and side lever with fine scroll engraving, scalloped fences, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including ribbed butt plate

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 169

ALEX HENRY

THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 97824

plain frame and top lever, 14-inch figured stock, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £300 - 500

A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE PEDRETTIENGRAVED “MONACO” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. A101/A102

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, file cut Churchill ribs, the frames, locks and left-handed top levers finely engraved with bold foliate scrollwork against a stippled ground, the maker’s name signed in gold within a scrolling ribbon, the engraver’s name signed on the trigger plate, “G. S. Pedretti”, gold lined cocking indicators, single triggers, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stocks with semi pistol grips, cast on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 10oz., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather motor case with maker’s certificates, etc, together with matching cartridge magazine

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 2010 and were engraved by Mr Pedretti. The guns are a true left handed pair of guns, with left handed top levers and the single triggers firing the left barrel first. The guns have been relatively little used.

✪ £15000 - 18000

J. PURDEY & SONS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 16077/8

30-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1897.

✪ £6000 - 9000

Lot 172

JOSEPH LANG & SON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER

SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 15250/1 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 1/2 choke borings, the re-coloured frames, locks and numbered top levers with scroll engraving and retaining much of their renewed hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, leather case with Joseph Lang & Son label ✪ £2500 - 3500

A PAIR OF 12-BORE “PREMIER” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 3605/6 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, filecut Churchill ribs, the frames, pinless locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 15 1/4-inch well figured stocks including 1 1/2-inch extensions, 6lb 1oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight ‘VC’ case

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 174

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 41673/41680

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frames, side plates and top levers with foliate scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 7lb., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound canvas case

✪ £800 - 1200 174

The guns were built for Brigadier General Alexander Ramsay Harman, CMG, DSO. Born in 1877 he served in the Sudan campaign of 1898 and the South African war. He retired in 1913 and was re-called on reserve to command the 7th BN Worcestershire Regiment in 1916. He was awarded the DSO for gallantry and mentioned in dispatches three times. He retired in 1920 and died in 1954. His 1901 diary records that on Tuesday 17th December, “... after luncheon, went to Cogswell & Harrison about my guns..” and on Wednesday 18th December “..after breakfast went to Cogswell & Harrison’s trial place, close to Victoria railway station..”.

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 175

JOSEPH LANG & SONS

A COMPOSED PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17571/17526

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8, improved cylinder and 7/8 choke borings respectively, the frames and top levers with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch figured stocks (No.2 gun including 1 1/4-inch extension), 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s leather case

BOSS & CO.

A PAIR OF 12-BORE ASSISTED-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 9219/20

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 and improved cylinder and slightly recessed 3/8 choke borings respectively, the frames, locks and goldnumbered top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving, cleaned bright overall, 15-inch well figured stocks, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in their maker's lightweight leather motor case, No.1 gun re-jointing recommended

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1963 and originally had 16 3/4-inch stocks.

✪ £10000 - 15000

Lot 176

J. PURDEY & SON

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 14994/5

29-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the re-coloured frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining virtually all of their renewed hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch well figured replacement stocks, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, No.1 gun left barrel wall thickness well below the recommended minimum, in their re-lined oak and leather case with reproduction maker’s label

The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1894 with 29-inch barrels with cylinder borings.

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 177

GEORGE GIBBS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. C558/9, 29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings and 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings respectively, sunken game ribs, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, ribbed triggers, 15-inch well figured replacement stocks, sling eyes, 6lb. 14oz., black powder proof, in their maker’s leather case

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 178

W. J. JEFFREY

A PAIR OF 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 37365/6

26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, the scroll back fences and gold numbered top lever with bold scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 3/4-inch well figured stocks including 3/4-inch extensions, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £1400 - 1800

✪ £1200 - 1800 178

CHARLES HELLIS

A PAIR OF 12-BORE FEATHERWEIGHT BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 4448/9

28-inch replacement barrels by Charles Hellis, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers with bold scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stocks, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case

Lot 180

AYA

A PAIR OF 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 520769/70

26-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 with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, articulated front triggers, 14 1/4-inch well figured stocks, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, lightweight leather case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 181

HENRY ATKIN

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2802

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, cracked and repaired at the head, 6lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1200 - 1800

Lot 182

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

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 183

H. J. HUSSEY LTD.

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14436

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 5/8 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its canvas case

✪ £400 - 600

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 24260

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the bright frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock including leather covered rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in its brassbound oak and leather case with maker’s accessories

The maker confirms that the guns was built in 1930.

✪ £6000 - 8000

Lot 185

HENRY ATKIN

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2487

28-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, vinyl covered case with reproduction Henry Atkin label

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 186 T. WILD

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18818

25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 15 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad and 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 187

UGARTECHEA

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 109270

27 3/4-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, mid extension, machined rib, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 188

GUNMARK

A 12-BORE “SILVER SABEL DELUXE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. PG94181

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its canvas case

✪ £250 - 400

J. PURDEY & SONS

A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK

EJECTOR PIGEON GUN, NO. 16059

27 1/2-inch replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 3/4-inch chambers about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, stippled broad rib, mid extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its renewed hardening colour, fence with side clips, cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock including leather covered recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in its new brassbound oak and leather case with maker’s label and canvas outer cover

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1897 and that the replacement barrels were fitted in 1986.

✪ £6000 - 8000

Lot 190

JOHN WILKES

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13801

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, leather case with Cogswell & Harrison label

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 191

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 337765

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

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 192

P. ARRIZABALAGA

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13475, MADE FOR J. ROBERTS & SON, LONDON

27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with border and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, articulated front triggers, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 193

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10875

28-inch sleeved 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 bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1905.

Lot 194

ARMY & NAVY C.S.L.

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 57651

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, the frame, back action bar locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, leather covered Browning case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 195

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 80782

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 196

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 186088

26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 197

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9065

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 gold numbered top lever with bold scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured replacement stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, in its modified double leather case with William Kavanagh & Son label

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 198

W. W. GREENER

A 12-BORE “SPECIAL QUALITY” ROYAL GRADE UNIQUE EJECTOR GUN, NO. 50215

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the bolstered scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of dogs and game, arcaded fences, the top lever engraved with a crown, non-automatic side safety, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, the gold oval engraved “W. Heath, Aug 5 1903”, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, in its brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £1200 - 1800

Lot 199

J. & W. TOLLEY

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9026

27-inch replacement barrels by another, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 14/-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 200

AYA

A 12-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 521838

25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever engraved with fine scrolls and rose bouquets surrounded by flowing ribbons, retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 13 1/2-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 201

TRULOCK BROS

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1779

26-inch replacement barrels by another, with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

ARMY & NAVY CSL

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 57397

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, left lock defective, ribs loose, rejointing recommended, with associated mahogany case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 203

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5654

28-inch damascus 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 scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, top horn with repair, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof, in its canvas case

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 204

ARMY & NAVY

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 45347

26-inch replacement Vickers Steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib and top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, carved fences, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, modern pig-skin covered case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 205

CLABOROUGH & JOHNSTONE

A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

28-inch replacement barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 16-inch figured stock including 2-inch extension, broken and repaired at the hand, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 206

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5670

30 1/4-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, locks and side lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, leather case

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 207

J. WOODWARD & SONS

A 12-BORE “AUTOMATIC” MODEL SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3876

30-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and push-forward underlever with fine scroll engraving, raised cocking indicators, arcaded fences with side clips, 14-inch highly figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 208

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 134200

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 209

W. & C. SCOTT

A 12-BORE “BOWOOD” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 146758

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame with border and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s canvas case

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 210

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13838

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

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 211

HENRY ATKIN

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3369

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, in a converted mahogany case

✪ £300 - 400

Lot 212

W. J. JEFFREY & CO.

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 22179

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, leather case with Holland & Holland label

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 213

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14180

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and side lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the top surface with removable inspection port, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip with 1/4-inch extension and chequered butt plate, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, fore-end wood split and repaired, oak and leather case with Kavanagh label

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 214

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A FINE 12-BORE MODEL 701 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6653 (135510), MADE EXPRESSLY FOR S. R. JEFFREY & SON LTD 26-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 all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its canvas Brady case with retailer’s label

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 215

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7169

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and gold numbered top lever with foliate scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock with slightly off-set comb and including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in its brassbound oak and leather case

£350 -

Lot 216

J. BLANCH & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5962

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, fluted fences, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 11oz.. nitro re-proof, leather case

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 217

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A FINE 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 133445

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 218

AYA

A 12-BORE BEST QUALITY MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 553501

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 219

F. BEESLEY

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1899

30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/8 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 16inch well figured stock including 1 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 220

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8540

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 1/4inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 221

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 501141

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, leather case with Cogswell & Harrison label; together with a W. J. Jeffery & Co. .410 single barrel gun, no. 2878 (2)

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 222

JOHN WILKES

A 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14037

26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the trigger guard engraved with a pheasant, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 223

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. T5414

26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the plain frame and top lever worn bright, 15-inch figured stock with perished rubber recoil pad, cast-on for the left shoulder, left barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its leather case

✪ £200 - 400

WARD & SONS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7043

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and 3/4inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 225

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE “AVANT TOUT” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56362

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 15 3/4-inch figured stock including 1 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 226

C. & A. WESTON

A 12-BORE (2-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9092

26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including leather-covered rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight leather case

✪ £900 - 1200

Lot 227

VICTOR SARASQUETA

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 211837

25 3/4-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £180 - 240

Lot 228

GEORGE HENRY

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1971

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15 1/4-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 229

T. STENSBY & CO.

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 27022

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, top extension and sunken rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 10oz, nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 230

THOMAS TURNER

A 12-BORE LIGHTWEIGHT BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5576

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and patent top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch lightweight cut-away stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 231

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14208

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and patent top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, patent top lever, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £800 - 1200

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 12-BORE “CAVALIER” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 50136

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with bold scrollwork and retaining most of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14-inch well figured stock, cracked and repaired at the head, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s vinyl covered case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1989. The “Cavalier” model was introduced in 1986 to much acclaim and heralded the beginning of a new era of British gunmaking. Extensive use of CNC machining was used in its manufacture before the model was quietly discontinued circa 1992.

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 233

WILLIAM EVANS

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18311 (129038)

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, canvas case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 234

R. LEACH

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. TH20355

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14-inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 235

ARTHUR HOWELL & CO.

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7979

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with bold scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the fences carved with oak leaves, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 236

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 142949

26-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 much original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £350 - 500

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A FINE 12-BORE HAND DETACHABLE DROP LOCK SINGLE TRIGGER BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16251

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame with fine scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the removable base plate revealing the hand detachable locks, patent selective single trigger, 13 3/4-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1902 and that it was re-proofed in 1968.

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 238

W. W. GREENER

A 12-BORE FH35 GRADE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56423

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, nonautomatic side safety, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, slightly caston for the left shoulder, 6lb. 9oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 239

CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS LTD)

A 12-BORE “REGAL” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8287

25-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, scroll back frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight ‘VC’ case

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 240

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 87110

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 241

AYA

A 12-BORE “BEST QUALITY” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 548227

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., Spanish nitro proof, leather case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 242

LINSLEY BROTHERS

A FINE 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2143

26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, fluted fences, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 3oz., nitro reproof, in its maker’s lightweight canvas case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 243

ALEX MARTIN

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 76580

26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, mid extension, the bolstered scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving, fences with side clips, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 3oz., nitro reproof, in its leather case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 244

THOMAS TURNER & SONS

A 12-BORE (2-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3522

26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 2oz., nitro proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, leather Brady case

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 245

THOMAS BLAND & SON

A RARE 12-BORE HILL & SMITH PATENT DETACHABLE TRIGGER PLATE EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17364

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the scroll back frame and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the fences carved with roses, retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, detachable trigger block action, 14-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof

The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built in 1910 as the No.2 gun of a pair. The Hill & Smith action was patented in 1908 and pioneered the use of a detachable trigger plate that is so commonly used today.

✪ £600 - 900

AYA

A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 307285

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

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 247

MIDLAND GUN CO.

A 12-BORE (3-INCH) BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 110153

32-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about full choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever engraved with scenes of duck in landscapes and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with Prince of Wales grip and leathercovered recoil pad, sling swivels, 7lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £450 - 650

Lot 248

S. BRAYBROOK

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR PIGEON GUN, NO. 23198

30-inch barrels (possibly shortened) with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, flat top file-cut rib, the frame and top lever engraved with pigeons in flight and retaining traces or original hardening colour, arcaded fences, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip including 1-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 249

DARNE

A FRENCH 12-BORE SLIDING BREECH GUN, NO. 17403

26-inch monobloc barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and full choke borings, sunken rib and engraved breeches, the frame and sliding breech with fine scroll engraving around scenes of pointing dogs and game, side safety, 15-inch figured stock including leather-covered recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £850 - 1200

Lot 250

DARNE

A FRENCH 12-BORE SLIDING BREECH GUN, NO. 4349

27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, machined rib, the frame and sliding breech with scroll engraving, side safety, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb. 4oz., French nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 251

F. BEESLEY

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1774

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 5/8 choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14-inch well figured stock with chequered side panels and chequered butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1902 and sold to L. Molesworth for £21. It was later sold to Lt. Col. H. P. McC.Glover who was a decorated First World War artillery officer, award the Military Cross in 1918.

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 252

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7856

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the Powell patent action and top lever with crossbolt and profusely engraved with fine scrollwork surrounding scenes of dogs and game, 14 1/4inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 10oz., black powder re-proof, bores marked

✪ £250 - 400

Lot 253

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 1897 TAKE-DOWN PUMP-ACTION GUN, NO. L29371

30-inch barrel with 2 1/2-inch chamber, about 3/4 choke borings, the half length magazine with restricted capacity, patent dates to 1900, 13 1/2inch stock with semi pistol grip and replacement ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., black powder proof, bore marked, fore-end wood replaced

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 254

JOHN DICKSON & SON

A 12-BORE ROUND-ACTION EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6856

29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the rounded frame, trigger plate and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a vacant panel, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in its maker’s leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was delivered 25th August 1921.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 255

JOHN DICKSON & SON

A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5118

28-inch sleeved 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, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1899.

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 256

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 12-BORE SINGLE BARREL GUN, NO. 70241

30-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke boring, automatic ejector, the frame and central hammer and top lever engraved with scrollwork, 14 1/4-inch stock with pistol grip and smooth heel plate, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £50 - 70

Lot 257

CHAS. MALEHAM

AN 8-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 1836

39 1/4-inch damascus barrel with 3 1/2-inch chamber, the rounded frame, rebounding backlock, hammer and rotary underlever with border engraving, 13 1/2-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 13lb., nitro re-proof, bore marked, in its maker’s leather case

£800 - 1200

Lot 258

E. & G. HIGHAM

AN 8-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 15076

38-inch damascus barrel with 3 1/4-inch chamber, about full choke boring, the rounded frame, hammer, bar lock and rotary underlever with border and scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 10lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, bore marked

£800 - 1200

Lot 259

A BELGIAN 4-BORE DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 311

47-inch barrels with 4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined flat top rib with doll’s head extension, the re-coloured frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining all of its renewed finish, the action and barrel flats spuriously stamped “Auguste Francotte”, 14 1/4-inch stock including rubber recoil pad, 23lb. 8oz., Belgian black powder proof

£7000 - 9000

Lot 260

T. HORSLEY

AN 8-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2403

34-inch chopper-lump barrels with 4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with border engraving and retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 13lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

£3000 - 5000

Lot 261

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

AN 8-BORE BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 25293

34-inch damascus barrels with 3 1/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the Scott patent action, backlocks and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, Perkes patent ejectors, 14-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 12lb. 14oz., black powder proof

£4000 - 6000

Lot 262

J. & W. TOLLEY

AN 8-BORE DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 6069

34-inch damascus barrels with 4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with border engraving, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and including 2 1/4-inch extension, 12lb., nitro re-proof

£2500 - 3500

Lot 263

ROBERT JONES

AN 8-BORE SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 9468

39-inch damascus barrel with 4-inch chamber, about full choke boring, the rounded frame, rebounding back lock, hammer and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and engraved heel and toe plates, 10lb. 8oz., nitro proof

£1600 - 1800

Lot 264

W. W. GREENER

AN 8-BORE FH50 GRADE BOXLOCK

EJECTOR GUN, NO. 68476

32-inch barrels with 4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, crossbolt extension, machined rib, the bolstered frame engraved with scenes of flighting duck surrounded engraved borders, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 11lb. 4oz., nitro proof

£3500 - 4500

Lot 265

STEPHEN GRANT

A 10-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2848

31 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 5/8-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch well figured stock, 7lb. 9oz., black powder proof, bores marked

£700 - 900

Lot 266

THOMAS PUFFER

A 10-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

31-inch damascus barrels with 2 5/8-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving around scenes of game, 14 1/2inch replacement figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof

£400 - 600

A 10-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 14680

32-inch damascus barrels with 2 7/8-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and scenes of game in landscapes, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip including 1/2-inch ebonite extension and rubber recoil pad, top horn cracked and repaired, 9lb. 3oz., nitro re-proof

£500 - 700

Lot 268

PURDEY

A 10-BORE HAMMER GUN FOR SHOT AND BALL, NO. 9283

28-inch barrels with 2 5/8-inch chambers, tr ue cylinder borings, the game rib with folding rear sight, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch figured stock, sling eyes, 8lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof

£800 - 1200

Lot 269

PURDEY

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 8417

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and improved cylinder choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding island backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, right barrel wall thickness marginal

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1871.

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 270

AN ENGLISH 12-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN

30-inch damascus barrels, the locks, hammers and breeches with scroll engraving, the lock plates signed “Manton”, the half length stock with steel furniture, repaired around the right lock, 14 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 7oz., black powder proof

£100 - 200

Lot

271

FLETCHER

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 1055

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with foliate scroll engraving, locks with internal tumblers, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 11oz., black powder proof (1868 Rules), bores marked

The gun incorporates T. Bissell’s patent 1461 of 1865 with internal strikers.

✪ £200 - 300

Lot

272

CHARLES LANCASTER

A SCARCE 12-BORE PATENT BASE FIRE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3875

30 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, slide and drop breech, rebounding hammers and back locks with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

The Charles Lancaster base fire was the first centrefire breech-loading gun, introduced to the market possibly as early as 1853. The serial number of this example indicates that it was built circa 1863.

£400 - 600

Lot 273

PURDEY

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 8345

30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and 2nd pattern push-forward thumb lever with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch figured replacement stock, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 274

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE CROSSOVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2808

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2 chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch crossover stock for the right shoulder and left master eye, 6lb. 14oz., black powder proof, bores pitted

✪ £500 - 800

STEPHEN GRANT

A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2735

29 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with steel butt plate, cracked and repaired at the hand, 5lb. 14oz., nitro reproof, bores marked, in its associated leather maker’s case with charge label for gun no. 2537

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 276

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3449

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof, bores slightly marked

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 277

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3181

31-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb. 1oz.. black powder proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 278

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3644

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch well figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 279

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE CROSSOVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 3051

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 15-inch highly figured crossover stock for the right shoulder and left master eye, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 800

Lot 280

CHARLES LANCASTER

A SCARCE 12-BORE SLIDE-AND-DROP PATENT HAMMER GUN, NO. 4309

28 3/4-inch (possibly shortened) barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding noseless hammers, backlocks and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 2oz., black powder proof (1868 Rules), re-jointing recommended

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 281

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3082

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 7lb., black powder proof, bores marked

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 282

CHARLES LANCASTER

A RARE 14-BORE BASE FIRE SLIDE-ANDDROP HAMMER GUN, NO. 3343

31-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, nonrebounding backlocks, noseless hammers and rotary underlever with foliate scroll engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14-inch highly figured stock with engraved butt plate, 7lb. 9oz.. black powder proof

The Lancaster base fire was introduced by Charles Lancaster in circa 1857 and is considered to be the first successful centre fire gun on the British market.

£1000 - 1500

Lot 283

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE PINFIRE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2545

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding backlocks, hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch highly figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 6lb. 13oz., black powder proof, bores marked

£400 - 600

Lot 284

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A 16-BORE BAR-IN-WOOD PINFIRE HAMMER GUN, NO. 10118

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent top lever with scroll engraving, retaining faint traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch well figured stock with steel butt plate and engraved patch box, sling eyes, 6lb. 9oz., black powder proof

£600 - 900

Lot 285

J. B. WARRILOW

A 28-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 1992

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and scenes of game, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1800 - 2400

Lot 286

G. H. DAW

A 12-BORE LEVER-COCKING GUN, NO. 19299 (673)

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the rounded frame, locks and push-forward underlever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the top surface with cocking indicators and safety catch, 14 1/4inch highly figured stock with heel and toe plates and replacement comb, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 287

OAKS & CO. LTD

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 97828 (0938)

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the re-coloured frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining all of its renewed finish, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 288

G. LOFLEY

A 12-BORE PATENT TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 758

29 1/2-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the action flats impressed “Joseph Brazier, Ashes”, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including 3/4-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 289

STEPHEN GRANT

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2518

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, noseless hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/2inch figured stock including leather recoil pad, the stock head with some well executed old repair, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 290

SAMUEL MARSON

A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

29-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 5/8 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including leathercovered recoil pad, 6lb. 1oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 291

M. LOWRANCE & SONS

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 71751

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 292

G. T. BARTRAM

A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, forward pointing underlever, rebounding backlocks and hammers with scroll engraving, grip safety, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 6lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 293

CLABOROUGH & JOHNSTONE

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2963

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with border decoration, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, leather leg-of-mutton case

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 294

THOMAS HORSLEY

A 20-BORE PERCUSSION GUN

26 1/2-inch damascus barrels with engraved breeches and platinum plugs, ramrod, the bolted locks and hammers engraved with scenes of deer surrounded by scrollwork, the half length stock with steel butt plate, 14-inch pull, sling eyes, 5lb. 2oz., black powder proof

£700 - 900

Lot 295

WILKINS

A 12-BORE SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO VISIBLE NUMBER

29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the frame, nonrebounding backlocks, hammers and forward pointing side lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, left barrel wall thickness well below the recommended minimum, rejointing recommended, mahogany case with reproduction Thomas Jackson label

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 296

GYE & MONCRIEFF

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 1208

27 1/2-inch damascus barrels (probably shortened), with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of dogs and game, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with chequered heel plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 297

F. BEESLEY

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 1254

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, top extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of hardening colour, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 7oz., nitro proof

The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1891 and sold to S. M. Mellor for the price of £23. S, M. Mellor represented Great Britain at the 1900 Paris Olympics and was a well known shot on the Isle of Wight. In 1910 he won the King of Spain Cup from King Alfonso XIII who was visiting Princess Beatrice at Osborne House.

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 298

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 5573

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rotary underlever, hammers and rebounding back locks with fine scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock including smooth steel butt plate, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked, in its leather case

£1800 - 2400

299

THOMAS HORSLEY

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 3219, CONVERTED FROM A 14-BORE

30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, top extension, the frame, rebounding backlocks and top lever with border engraving, 14-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, in its leather case with maker’s label

The maker’s records indicate that the gun was built circa 1890. Very few hammer ejector guns by this maker are recorded.

✪ £3000 - 4000

Lot 300

CHARLES OSBORNE

A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 77434

30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with lined borders and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 301

T. WILD

A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER PIGEON GUN, NO. 13044

30-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined broad flat top rib with crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 9oz., nitro re-proof, top lever spring weak

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 302

HOLLAND & HOLLAND

A .410 SINGLE BARREL HAMMER GUN, NO. 9880, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE

26-inch octagonal to round barrel with machined top surface and dovetail mounts, 2 1/2-inch chamber, about true cylinder boring, the frame with central hammer and side lever, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 4lb. 13oz., nitro proof, bore pitted

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 303

COGSWELL & HARRISON

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56559

27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, side plates and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 304

CLABOROUGH & JOHNSTONE

A 16-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18010

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 bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including 1 1/4-inch extension, 5lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, in its leather case

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 305

WEBLEY & SCOTT

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 93951

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, top extension, the plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 306

ARMSTRONG & CO.

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 19192

28-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, 14 3/4inch highly figured stock including 1-inch ebonite extension, 6lb., nitro re-proof, foreend wood damaged at ejector box, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £250 - 400

WILLIAM POWELL & SON

A MATCHED PAIR OF 16-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 12774 AND 12901

29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extensions, the frames, locks and numbered (2 and 3) top levers with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stocks including 3/4-inch extensions, 6lb. 2oz., nitro re-proof, No.3 gun right bore slightly pitted

✪ £2000 - 3000

Lot 308

JAMES KIRK

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 460

26-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound leather case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 309

ALDIS WINKLER

AN AUSTRIAN 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1863.37

29 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 5/8 choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the scroll back frame with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, clipped fences, 15-inch figured stock including 2 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 8oz. nitro proof

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 310

ARRIETA

A 20-BORE “GUNMARK CROWN SABEL” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 32401

26 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with border engraving, articulated front trigger, 14 3/4inch figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 311

AYA

A 20-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 429901

27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., Spanish nitro proof, canvas case with Holland & Holland label

✪ £300 - 500

ARMY & NAVY C.S.L.

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 44480

28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 14 3/4-inch figured replacement stock, 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof

✪ £200 - 300

Lot 313

JOHN RIGBY & CO.

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17297

28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15-inch well figured stock including 2-inch extension and ribbed butt plate, 5lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £600 - 900

Lot 314

THOMAS BLAND

A 20-BORE SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 9374

28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about full choke borings, the plain frame, locks and top lever retaining much of its blued finish, 14-inch figured stock with chequered butt plate, 5lb. 7oz., nitro reproof, canvas case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 315

UGARTECHEA

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 350361298

26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the plain frame and top lever retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 5lb. 7oz., nitro proof, canvas case with Cogswell & Harrison label

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 316

GOROSABEL

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. PG112456

28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 1oz., Spanish nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 317

AYA

A 20-BORE NO.3 MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 412624

27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 7oz., nitro proof, leather case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 318

JOHN WILKES

A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10257

26-inch replacement barrels by Churchill Gunmakers Ltd, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining faint traces of hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14-inch figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 8oz., nitro proof, leather case with Charles Hellis & Sons label

✪ £1000 - 1500

Lot 319

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56751S76

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200

WESTLEY RICHARDS

A SCARCE MATCHED PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER “OVUNDO” MODEL OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 18180/18459

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, solid concave top ribs and side extensions, the frames, side plates and patent top levers with bold acanthus scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, patent selective single triggers, the side plates with hinged inspection ports, the hinged action base plates opening to reveal the lockwork, 14 1/2-inch highly figured replacement stocks, 6lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s canvas case

The maker confirms that the No.1 gun was completed in July 1928 and that the No.2 gun was completed in August 1935 to complete the pair.

✪ £15000 - 20000

Lot 321

JOSEPH LANG & SON

A 16-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16513

27 7/8-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frame, backlocks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, polished bright overall, 14-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate, slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, bottom barrel slightly marked, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case

The gun incorporates the White & Dryden 1912 patent action and the maker confirms that the gun was built for Dr E. R. Campbell on the 20th November 1923.

✪ £3000 - 5000

Lot 322

EDWINSON GREEN

A SCARCE 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 6854

29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extensions, the frame, backlocks and top lever with foliate scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock with ribbed butt plate and semi pistol grip, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, fore-end wood cracked and repaired; together with its original straight hand stock and trigger guard

The gun incorporates Green patent 14951 of 1912 and is another of the key patents for an over and under gun at this period. When Purdey first considered building an over and under gun it was the Green patent, renowned for its strength, which was chosen.

✪ £5000 - 8000

Lot 323

ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI

A FINE 12-BORE PEDERSOLI-ENGRAVED “JOREMA” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 659

26 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file cut ventilated rib, the frame, locks and top lever engraved with fine scenes of flighting duck surrounded by carved reeds against a stippled ground, the trigger plate signed “G. F. Pedersoli . Inc 1984”, single trigger and rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with straight hand including leather covered recoil pad, the additional highly figured interchangeable stock with 13 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 10oz., Italian nitro proof, in its Nizzoli lightweight leather case with compartment for the extra stock, canvas outer cover, together with it maker’s original certificate and guarantee

The gun was completed in March 1985, the certificate listing the specialists involved in its manufacture and confirming the original specification.

✪ £7000 - 9000

Lot 324

P. BERETTA

A COMPOSED PAIR OF 20-BORE 676EL “GOLD PIGEON” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. M52247B/M16895B

29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers engraved with scenes of dogs and game in landscapes, highlighted in gold, selective single triggers, 14 3/4-inch figured stocks with pistol grips and rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 3oz., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s plastic case

✪ £1400 - 1800

Lot 325

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 686 SPECIAL MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. E71611B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll decoration, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz., Italian nitro proof, in its aluminium flight case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 326

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 686 SPECIAL MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. F88193B

29 1/2-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame with bouquet and scroll decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2inch figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 327

BROWINING

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 3706S9

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, machined solid rib, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4inch highly figured stock with straight hand and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 328

BLASER

A 12-BORE F3 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. F/001650

28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable extended choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with matted finish, non-automatic safety, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 6oz., German nitro proof for steel shot

✪ £1500 - 2000

Lot 329

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE “ULTRALIGHT” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. R90035S

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the alloy receiver and top lever with game bird decoration, nonautomatic safety catch, selective single trigger, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with rubber heel plate, 6lb. 4oz., Italian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, etc

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 330

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 6000 FIELD SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K540507E

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scenes surrounded by scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip and chequered butt plate with repaired crack to the hand, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof

✪ £150 - 250

Lot 331

LUIGI FRANCHI

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5095815

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the blacked frame and top lever with border decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 332

MIROKU

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 513923

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, machined ventilated rib, the blacked frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 13oz., nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 333

LINCOLN

A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 36203

27-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame with game scene and scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb, 2oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £100 - 200

Lot 334

BROWNING

A 12-BORE B125 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 252PX20818

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever engraved with scenes of duck and game and signed by the engraver “J. M. Deprez”, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, with spare chokes and key

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 335

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 101 XTR LIGHTWEIGHT SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K432782

28-inch monobloc 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 around game birds in flight, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 3/4-inch stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 6oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 336

MERKEL

A 16-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 19545

27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, machined solid rib and Kersten bolt extensions, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving, cocking indicators, 14-inch swan-neck stock with cheekpiece and inlaid with the initials ‘HPL’, 6lb. 1oz., nitro re-proof

✪ £600 - 800

Lot 337

BROWNING

A 12-BORE B2G MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER

OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 325PP01067

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving and signed by the engraver “J. Lewamczvk”, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., Belgian nitro proof, in its maker’s leather case with instruction booklet

✪ £800 - 1200

Lot 338

BROWNING

A 12-BORE B125 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER

OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 251NM16570

27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving and signed by the engraver “J. Lewanczyk”, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 339

BROWNING

A 12-BORE A1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8405S3

28-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the plain blacked frame and top lever with border engraving, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 15-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip including rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 10oz., Belgian nitro proof; together with a Ugartechea 12-bore sidelock ejector gun, no. 107882 (2)

✪ £400 - 600

Lot 340

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE MODEL 400 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K371280

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured replacement stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s case

✪ £200 - 400

Lot 341

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE “SUPERGRADE” XTR LIGHTWEIGHT SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. K491407E

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with straight hand and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 4oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 342

BROWNING

A BELGIAN B2 GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 30556S70

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

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 343

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE B1 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 80775S7

28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder choke borings, top barrel with interchangeable Teague choke tube, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, single selective trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof, canvas case

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 344

BROWNING

A BELGIAN 12-BORE A1 GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER TRAP GUN, NO. 90814S8

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the plain blacked frame and top lever with border engraving, selective single trigger, nonautomatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 14oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

EDWINSON GREEN & SONS

A SCARCE 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 7092, A TWO BARREL SET 29-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, with machined ventilated rib and top extensions, the later interchangeable 29-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about recessed borings, top extension and solid file-cut rib, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, single trigger, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with perished rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof, ejectors require regulation, in its lightweight leather motor case with additional fore-end, extensions, etc

The gun incorporates Green patent 14951 of 1912 and is another of the key patents for an over and under gun at this period. When Purdey first considered building an over and under gun it was the Green patent, renowned for its strength, which was chosen.

✪ £4000 - 6000

Lot 346 BROWNING

A 12-BORE B2G MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8JRP01971

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene engraving and signed by the engraver “P. Callemand”, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and including 1/2-inch ebonite extension, 7lb. 11oz., Belgian nitro proof

✪ £700 - 900

Lot 347

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 686 “ESSENTIAL” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. L94864B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, the plain frame and top lever with matted finish, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, 7lb., Italian nitro proof

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 348

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE MODEL 686 SPORTING SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. F05731B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, nonautomatic safety catch, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 7lb. 8oz., Italian nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 349

P. BERETTA

A 12-BORE 687 SILVER PIGEON MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. M56579B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, fitted with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s recoil pad, 7lb. 10oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s carton

✪ £350 - 500

Lot 350

P. BERETTA

A 20-BORE MODEL 686 SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. F84673B

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 5lb. 14oz.. Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic case

✪ £500 - 700

Lot 351

WINCHESTER

A 12-BORE “SUPERGRADE XTR LIGHTWEIGHT” SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. K471912E

28-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene and scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with straight hand and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof

✪ £250 - 350

Lot 352

BROWNING

A 12-BORE B525 “SPORTER ONE” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 61604ZW

32-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, nonautomatic safety catch, selective single trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and worn recoil pad, fore-end wood with slight repair, 7lb. 12oz., Belgian nitro proof for steel shot, in its maker’s plastic case

✪ £300 - 500

Lot 353

BROWNING

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

30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, fitted with Teague interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated ribs, the frames and top levers with border engraving, selective single triggers, non automatic safety catches, 14-inch figured stocks with pistol grips and rubber recoil pads, 7lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof, lightweight plastic case

✪ £800 - 1200

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 engr aving and retaining much original hardening colour, the maker's name signed in gold, detachable trigger block, selective single tr igger, 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.

✪ £18000 - 24000

1. INTRODUCTION

(a) The contractual relationship of Gavin Gardiner Limited and Sellers with prospective Buyers is governed by:-

(i) these Conditions of Business for Buyers;

(ii) the Conditions of Business for Sellers displayed in the saleroom and available from Gavin Gardiner Limited;

(iii) Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Authenticity Guarantee;

(iv) any additional notices and terms printed in the sale catalogue, in each case as amended by any saleroom notice or auctioneer's announcement.

(b) As auctioneer, Gavin Gardiner Limited acts as agent for the Seller. Occasionally, Gavin Gardiner Limited may own or have a financial interest in a lot.

2. DEFINITIONS

"Bidder" is any person making, attempting or considering making a bid, including Buyers;

"Buyer" is the person who makes the highest bid or offer accepted by the auctioneer, including a Buyer’s principal when bidding as agent;

"Seller" is the person offering a lot for sale, including their agent, or executors;

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

"Buyer’s Expenses" are any costs or expenses due to Gavin Gardiner Limited from the Buyer;

"Buyer’s Premium" is the commission payable by the Buyer on the Hammer Price at the rates set out in the Guide for Prospective Buyers;

"Hammer Price" is the highest bid for the Property accepted by the auctioneer at the auction or the post auction sale price;

"Purchase Price" is the Hammer Price plus applicable Buyer’s Premium and Buyer’s Expenses;

"Reserve Price" (where applicable) is the minimum Hammer Price at which the Seller has agreed to sell a lot.

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

3. EXAMINATION OF LOTS

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

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

4. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY TO BUYERS

(a) GG shall refund the Purchase Price to the Buyer in circumstances where it deems that the lot is a Counterfeit, subject to the terms of GG’s Authenticity Guarantee.

(b) Subject to Condition 4(a), neither GG nor the Seller:-

(i) is liable for any errors or omissions in any oral or written information provided to Bidders by GG, whether negligent or otherwise;

(ii) gives any guarantee or warranty to Bidders and any implied warranties and conditions are excluded (save in so far as such obligations cannot be excluded by English law), other than the express warranties given by the Seller to the Buyer (for which the Seller is solely responsible) under the Conditions of Business for Sellers;

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

(c) Without prejudice to Condition 4(b), any claim against GG and/ or the Seller by a Bidder is limited to the Purchase Price for the relevant lot. Neither GG nor the Seller shall be liable for any indirect or consequential losses.

(d) Nothing in Condition 4 shall exclude or limit the liability of GG or the Seller for death or personal injury caused by the negligent acts or omissions of GG or the Seller.

5. BIDDING AT AUCTION

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

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

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

6. IMPORT, EXPORT AND COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS

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

7. CONDUCT OF THE AUCTION

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

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

(c) Subject to Condition 7(a), the contract between the Buyer and the Seller is concluded on the striking of the auctioneer's hammer.

(d) Any post-auction sale of lots shall incorporate these Conditions of Business.

8. PAYMENT AND COLLECTION

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

(b) Title in a lot will not pass to the Buyer until GG has received the Purchase Price in cleared funds. GG will generally not release a lot to a Buyer before payment. Earlier release shall not affect passing of title or the Buyer's obligation to pay the Purchase Price, as above.

(c) The refusal of any licence or permit required by law, as outlined in Condition 6, shall not affect the Buyer’s obligation to pay for the lot, as per Condition 8(a).

(d) The Buyer must arrange collection of lots within 10 working days of the auction. Purchased lots are at the Buyer's risk from the earlier of (i) collection or release to a nominated carrier (ii) 10 working days after the auction. Until risk passes, GG will compensate the Buyer for any loss or damage to the lot up to a maximum of the Purchase Price actually paid by the Buyer. GG’s assumption of risk is subject to the exclusions detailed in Condition 5(d) of the Conditions of Business for Sellers.

(e) All packing and handling of lots is at the Buyer's risk. GG will not be liable for any acts or omissions of third party packers or shippers.

9. REMEDIES FOR NON-PAYMENT

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

(a) store the lot at its premises or elsewhere at the Buyer’s sole risk and expense;

(b) cancel the sale of the lot;

(c) set off any amounts owed to the Buyer by GG against any amounts owed to GG by the Buyer for the lot;

(d) reject future bids from the Buyer;

(e) charge interest at 4% per annum above NatWest Bank Base Rate from the Payment Date to the date that the Purchase Price is received in cleared funds;

(f) re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion, in which case the Buyer will be liable for any shortfall between the original Purchase Price and the amount achieved on re-sale, including all costs incurred in such re-sale;

(g) Exercise a lien over any Buyer’s Property in GG’s possession, applying the sale proceeds to any amounts owed by the Buyer to GG. GG shall give the Buyer 14 days written notice before exercising such lien;

(h) commence legal proceedings to recover the Purchase Price for the lot, plus interest and legal costs;

(i) disclose the Buyer’s details to the Seller to enable the Seller to commence legal proceedings

10. FAILURE TO COLLECT PURCHASES

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

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

11. DATA PROTECTION

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

(b) By agreeing to these Conditions of Business, the Bidder agrees to the processing of their personal information and to the disclosure of such information to third parties world-wide for the purposes outlined in Condition 11(a) and to Sellers as per Condition 9(i).

12. MISCELLANEOUS

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

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

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

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

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

CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS

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

ESTIMATES AND RESERVES

Estimates are published as a guide only and are subject to review. The actual hammer price of a lot may be higher or lower than the range of figures given and there are no predetermined starting prices. Estimates may be subject to revision. Published estimates are exclusive of buyer’s premium and VAT.

All lots are subject to reserves. The reserve price is never higher than the low pre-sale estimate.

BUYER’S PREMIUM AND VAT

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

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

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

Lots marked with a ‡ or Ω symbol has been imported from outside the EU to be sold at auction under temporary importation. VAT is applicable on the hammer price at the following rates:

‡ @ 5%

Ω @ 20%

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

FIREARMS ACT 1968

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

PRE-SALE EXHIBITION

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

CONDITION REPORTS

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

BIDDING IN PERSON

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

ABSENTEE BIDDING

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

ONLINE BIDDING

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

PAYMENT

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

CREDIT/DEBIT CARD

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

STERLING BANKER’S DRAFT OR BUILDING SOCIETY CHEQUE

AND ELECTRONIC OR WIRE TRANSFER

Drawn on a recognised UK bank or building society.

STERLING CHEQUE OR CASH

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

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

Cash payments will not be accepted above £6.000.

ELECTRONIC AND WIRE TRANSFERS

Wire transfers can be made directly to our bank:

National Westminster Bank Plc.

60 High Street Bognor Regis West Sussex PO21 1SL

Sort Code: 60 03 08

Account Number: 74044397

Account Name: Gavin Gardiner Limited

Gavin Gardiner Limited

Auctioneers of Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Rifles and Accessories

COMMISSION BID SLIP

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

FINE MODERN AND VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS 29 APRIL 2026

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)

DATE:

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.

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