FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Pulborough, West Sussex 9 December 2020
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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS PUBLIC EXHIBITION
AUCTION
Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Hardham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA
Wednesday 9 December 2020 at 2pm
Thursday 3 to Friday 4 December 2020 Monday 7 to Tuesday 8 December 2020 10am to 4pm
Gavin Gardiner Limited Hardham Mill Business Park Hardham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LA
By appointment only
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IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR BUYERS Sporting Guns, Rifles and Ammunition will not be released without the appropriate Firearm or Shotgun certificate. Overseas certificates are not valid in the U.K. Firearms will be released by appointment only. The buyer of any firearm must hold the appropriate Certificate (or ther valid authority) to acquire the firearm.
FIREARMS ACT 1968 Lots marked with a will not be delivered to purchasers without production of a valid United Kingdom Firearms Certificate or R.F.D. Permit. Lots marked with a ✪ will not be delivered to purchasers without production of a valid United Kingdom Shotgun Certificate or R.F.D. Permit.
Firearms (Amendment) Act 1997 Lots marked with a will not be delivered without the Authority of the Secretary of State under Section 5 to purchase or acquire prohibited weapons to which section 5(1)(aba) of the act applies. Overseas buyer please be aware that prohibited weapons, walking stick shotguns and other similar items are not available for Export except under special circumstances. Please speak to the specialist before bidding.
PROOF OF FIREARMS The term ‘proof exemption certificate’ indicates that a firearm has been examined at a Proof House but not proved, as either (a) it was deemed of interest and not intended for use, or (b) ammunition was not available. In either case, the firearm must be regarded as unsafe to fire unless subsequently proved. Firearms proved for Black Powder should not be used with modern smokeless ammunition.
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The term ‘Certificate of Unprovability’ indicates that a firearm has been examined at a Proof House and is deemed both unsuitable for proof and use. Reproof is required before any such firearm is to be used.
GUNS SOLD AS PARTS Barrels of guns sold as parts will only be made available for sleeving and measurement once rendered unserviceable, according to the Gun Barrel Proof Act of 1868 to 1978 and the Rules of Proof.
CONDITION OF FIREARMS Comment in this catalogue is restricted in general to exceptional condition and to those defects that might affect the immediate safety of a firearm in normal use. An intending buyer unable to make technical examinations and assessments is recommended to seek advice from a gunmaker or from the specialist in charge. All prospective buyers are advised to consult the lists of bore and wall-thickness measurements posted in the saleroom. Potential buyers should note that guns are stripped only where there is a strong indication of a mechanical malfunction. Stripping is not otherwise undertaken. Guns intended for use should be stripped and cleaned beforehand. Hammer guns should have their rebound mechanisms checked before use. The safety mechanisms of all guns must be tested before use.
TAXIDERMY & RELATED ITEMS As a seller of these articles, Gavin Gardiner Ltd undertakes to comply fully with CITES regulations and DEFRA. Buyers are advised to inform themselves of all such regulations and should expect the exportation of items to take some time to arrange.
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SPECIAL NOTICE TO OVERSEAS BUYERS Firearms under 100 years of age, in addition to any other Export Licence requirements, need a DTI strategic licence in order to leave the U.K. Gavin Gardiner Limited will upon request, arrange through his nominated shipper and the appropriate Government agencies for the relevant Export Licence application. Shipping Instructions should include the nature of the consignees business, and the ultimate intended use for each firearm. In most cases an Import Licence or General Undertaking will be required before an Export Licence is granted. Gavin Gardiner Limited recommend that any queries concerning the shipment and Export of Firearms be addressed to our firearms shipping agent, P.D.Q. Freight Ltd. P.D.Q. Freight Ltd. Unit 4 Courtyard 1 Challenge Road Ashford, Middlesex TW15 1AX Tel: 01784 243695 Fax: 01784 242237 To enable PDQ to apply for the Export Licence after the sale, they will require: 1 Import consent from the country of destination. 2 Intended use and purchaser’s business. 3 Non EEC buyers will be required to supply an End User General Undertaking.
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ARTICLE 11(4) OF DIRECTIVE 91/477/E.E.C.
COLLECTION OF PURCHASES AND UNSOLD PROPERTY
European buyers are reminded of the regulations concerning the transfer of Firearms within the E.E.C. Overseas certificates are not valid in the U.K..
Lots will be available for collection at Sotheby’s saleroom until 12 noon on the day following the auction. All uncollected lots will then be packed and returned to Gavin Gardiner Limited’s secure storage in West Sussex. Lots will be available for collection in West Sussex by prior appointment from 9am on the following working day (two days after the auction).
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SYMBOLS For lots marked with a †, ‡ or Ω please refer to the Important Information for Bidders and Buyers on p86.
Lots may be collected from Gavin Gardiner Limited’s administration office in West Sussex, or from Sotheby’s London salerooms by prior arrangement with Gavin Gardiner Limited. In all instances, a prior appointment will need to have been made. Buyers are urged to arrange collection of purchases within 10 working days of the auction and are reminded that risk of loss passes to the buyer after this date.
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FINE MODERN & VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS Lots 1-254 Wednesday 9 December 2020 at 2pm
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Lot 1 GSG A .22 LONG BARREL MODEL 1911 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. A748832 11 3/4-inch barrel fitted with dummy sound moderator, the alloy frame fitted with wrist brace, German nitro proof, in a fitted case with spare magazines, etc £50 - 80
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Lot 2 SMITH & WESSON A .455 TRIPLE LOCK REVOLVER, NO. 1407 3 1/2-inch cut-down barrel with ramp fore sight, the frame and cylinder polished bright, nitro proof £100 - 200
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Lot 3 MAUSER A 9MM C96 BROOM-HANDLE SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 36127 5 1/2-inch barrel, tangent rear sight to 500, worn and lightly pitted overall, ribbed grips with red No.9, together with its mismatched shoulder stock holster with leather carrier, etc, dated 1916 £500 - 800
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Lot 4 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 MARK IV REVOLVER, NO. 119404 6-inch barrel engraved with the retailer’s name, “J. Blanch & Son”, the stepped cylinder and frame with winged bullet trademark, stirrup catch with adjustable rear sight, chequered composition grips, nitro proof, retaining much finish overall £150 - 250 4 6
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Lot 5 MAUSER A 7.63MM C96 LARGE RING BROOM-HANDLE SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 13132 5 1/2-inch barrel, the tangent rear sight graduated to 500, the frame engraved on the left panel “J. C. C. Reid, 3rd 13th”, ribbed walnut grips, German nitro proof, retaining some original finish overall, in its matching shoulder stock holster, also impressed with the owner’s name Lieutenant J. C. C. Reid served in South Africa in 1900, with the 3rd Battalion, The Prince Albert’s Somerset Light Infantry. £400 - 600 5
Lot 6 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 MARK VI SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 339278 6-inch .455 barrel fitted with its .22 Parker Hale conversion kit, frame dated 1918, chequered composition grips, lanyard loop, nitro proof £400 - 600
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Lot 7 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 MARK IV REVOLVER, NO. B16996 6-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight and impressed winged bullet trademark, stirrup catch, chequered composition grips, nitro proof £150 - 250
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Lot 8 DWM A 9MM P08 LUGER SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 1626 4-inch barrel, the receiver dated 1916, chequered grips, mismatched magazine, lightly worn overall, nitro proof £200 - 300
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Lot 9 DRULOV A .22 MODEL 75 SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL, NO. 35889 9 3/4-inch barrel with machined rib, with adjustable rear sight, chequered walnut grip, nitro proof £30 - 50
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Lot 10 HAMMERLI A .22 “INTERNATIONAL” MODEL TARGET PISTOL, NO. G26593 6-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, adjustable rear sight, detachable box magazine, anatomical walnut grip, German nitro proof £200 - 300
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Lot 11 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 SINGLE SHOT PISTOL, NO. 1838 6 1/2-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, the frame with central hammer and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, chequered one-piece grip, nitro proof £100 - 200 11
Lot 12 J. STEVENS A .22 SINGLE SHOT PISTOL, NO. 2613 10-inch round barrel with tunnel fore sight, the nickel plated frame with central hammer and spur trigger, smooth walnut grips, contemporary London black powder proof, extractor, rear sight and shoulder stock missing £50 - 80
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Lot 13 WITTON DAW & CO. A FINE 40-BORE PERCUSSION REVOLVER 6 1/4-inch octagonal barrel with micro groove rifling, fixed sights, the open pepperbox-style frame and cylinder with border and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, chequered walnut grip with engraved cap, black powder proof, in its fitted oak case with mould, powder flask, nipple key, etc £800 - 1200
Lot 14 WESTERNERS ARMS AN ITALIAN .44 MUZZLE LOADING REVOLVER, NO. 22564 7 3/4-inch octagonal barrel, solid frame with loading lever, smooth walnut grips, Italian black powder proof
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Lot 15 REPLICA ARMS INC. AN ITALIAN .44 SINGLE ACTION MUZZLE LOADING REVOLVER, NO. A4146 8-inch round barrel with loading lever, stepped cylinder with rolled naval scene, the frame retaining much original hardening colour, Italian black powder proof £50 - 80 15
Lot 16 UBERTI A .36 PERCUSSION REVOLVER, NO. 91415 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with loading lever, the open frame retaining much hardening colour, cylinder with rolled naval scene, smooth walnut grip, Italian nitro proof £100 - 150
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Lot 17 COLT A .45 MODEL 1911 A1 SELF-LOADING PISTOL, NO. 817474 5-inch barrel, the Parkerised frame and slide with patent dates to 1913, chequered composition grips, nitro proof £200 - 400
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Lot 18 MAUSER THE MAJOR PARTS OF A 9MM C96 BROOM-HANDLE SELFLOADING PISTOL, NO. 51379 comprising the frame and barrel assembly only, all mechanical parts missing, nitro proof £400 - 600
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Lot 19 NAGANT A BELGIAN 9MM DOUBLE BARREL ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL, NO. 298 5 1/2-inch barrels, the frame with central hammers and rolling breech and impressed with maker’s trademark, single trigger mechanism, chequered walnut grips, Belgian black powder proof £150 - 200
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Lot 20 SMITH & WESSON A .38 S&W MILITARY AND POLICE SERVICE REVOLVER, NO. 821168 5-inch barrel, the frame with swing-out cylinder, chequered walnut grips with maker’s medallion, nitro proof £100 - 200
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Lot 21 WINCHESTER A .300 H&H MAGNUM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 96491 24 1/2-inch barrel, the P17 receiver mounted with a Tasco 2.5x32 telescopic sight in Apel quick detachable side mount, bolt with side safety, half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 15oz., nitro proof £200 - 400 Lot 22 MANNLICHER A 6.5MM MODEL 1903 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 5013A 26-inch barrel with raised fore sight and folding leaf sight, the chamber stamped “A. G. Parker & Co.”, bolt with flag safety and rotary magazine, the half length well figured replacement stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and steel butt plate, 14 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 11oz., nitro proof £600 - 800 Lot 23 RASTEMEYER A GERMAN 7X57MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1204 24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding leaf sight, the Mauser receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, double set triggers, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, 14-inch pull, sling swivels, 7lb. 11oz.. German nitro proof
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£300 - 500 Lot 24 ANSCHUTZ A .22 MODEL 1420 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 331456 23-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, with ramp fore sight (rear sight removed), the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling gold crown telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 15-inch pull, German nitro proof £250 - 350
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Lot 25 RFI AN INDIAN .410 NO.1 MARK III BOLTACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 30473 25 1/2-inch smoothbore barrel with tangent rear sight, the receiver with charger bridge, the butt socket dated 1944 and further stamped “.410 R.F.I. 1950”, detachable box magazine, 13 1/4-inch stock including 1-inch extension, 8lb. 8oz., nitro proof, together with its correct Indian pattern bayonet £200 - 300 Lot 26 LSA A .22 NO.1 MARK III BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 233-76 25 1/2-inch Parker Rifles barrel, the receiver with magazine cut-off and dated 1915, the top surface stamped “Parker Hale, Birmingham”, detachable box magazine, full stocked with barrel band, etc, 13 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 5oz., nitro proof £300 - 500
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Lot 27 BSA A .303 NO.1 MARK III* BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. 74631 25 1/2-inch barrel, rear sight removed, the receiver dated 1918 and mounted with a BSA folding aperture rear sight, detachable box magazine, full length stock with barrel band, etc, 13-inch pull, 8lb. 13oz., nitro proof, together with its 1907 pattern bayonet £300 - 500 Lot 28 A .303 P14 BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. W121009 26-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Mark VII aperture rear sight, bolt with side safety, full length stock with barrel band, 13 1/2-inch pull, 9lb. 12oz., nitro proof, together with its correct bayonet £250 - 400
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Lot 29 ENFIELD A 7.62MM NO.4 ENFIELD CONVERSION, NO. A490 25-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling 1.5-6x20 telescopic sight, the receiver wall impressed “No.4 7.62 Conv D70.A490”, detachable box magazine, the full length stock with barrel bands, 13-inch pull, 10lb. 14oz., nitro proof £700 - 900 Lot 30 F. N. A .22 BROWNING PATENT T-BOLT STRAIGHT PULL SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 39610X8 22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 6lb. 6oz., Belgian nitro proof £100 - 200 Lot 31 REMINGTON A .22 MODEL 597 SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. A2635241 20-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the receiver mounted with a scope rail, detachable box magazine, laminated cutaway stock with cheekpiece and recoil pad, 5lb. 10oz., nitro proof, with its maker’s carton with original stock
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£150 - 200 Lot 32 WALTHER A .22 KKJ MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 54063 22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the receiver with machined dove-tail grooves, bolt with crossbolt safety, detachable box magazine, the half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, sling swivels, 6lb. 2oz., German nitro proof £250 - 400
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Lot 33 WINCHESTER A .22 WSL MODEL 1903 SELF-LOADING TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 92447 20-inch barrel engraved with the retailer’s name, ‘William Evans’, with folding leaf sight to 150, the plain frame with crossbolt safety, 13 1/4-inch stock with crescent butt plate and magazine tube, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof The rifle was formerly the property of Lady McGowan. £300 - 500 Lot 34 WINCHESTER A .22LR MODEL 1903 TAKE-DOWN SELF LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 10938 20-inch Parker rifled barrel threaded for a sound moderator and mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, plain frame with crossbolt safety, 13 1/4-inch stock with crescent butt plate and magazine tube, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof £200 - 300 33
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Lot 35 GRUNIG & ELNIGER A 7.62MM BOLT-ACTION TARGET RIFLE, NO. 82106 30-inch stainless steel Krieger barrel with tunnel fore sight, the receiver mounted with an aperture rear sight (eye piece missing), half length Anschutz type stock with ventilated fore-end, pistol grip, adjustable cheekpiece and butt plate, 14 1/2-inch pull, 12lb., nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 36 WALTHER A .22 BOLT-ACTION/SELF-LOADING SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 47536 24 1/2-inch heavy barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, fitted with Parker Hale dove tail bases, bolt with flag safety, detachable box magazine, half length figured replacement stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 14-inch pull, sling swivels, 6lb. 2oz., German nitro proof £250 - 400
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Lot 37 WINCHESTER A .22-250 REM MODEL 70 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. G131112 19 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator and impressed “Classic Featherweight Boss”, the receiver mounted with a Simmons 3.5-10x50 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 8oz., nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 38 REMINGTON A .17 REM MODEL 700 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. C6221456 24-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, bolt with side safety, the receiver mounted with Leupold swing-off scope mounts, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and maker’s butt plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 39 SAUER A .243 MODEL 202 EURO BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. N10541 23 1/2-inch barrel fitted with a sound moderator, the receiver with quick detachable scope bases, bolt with push button safety, detachable box magazine, half length stock with pistol grip, raised comb and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 9lb., German nitro proof
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£600 - 800 Lot 40 AIR ARMS A .22 MODEL S410 XTRA FAC AIR RIFLE, NO. 041485 33-inch barrel including sound moderator, the receiver with dove tail grooves, half length stock with pistol grip, raised cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., worn overall, with two spare magazines £150 - 250
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Lot 41 RUGER A .270 M77 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 74-47911 22-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Weaver K4-1 telescopic sight, bolt with tang safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length figured stock with pistol grip and recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 8lb. 9oz., nitro proof £200 - 400 Lot 42 SAKO A 6.5X55 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 209100 23-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Schmidt & Bender Hungaria 6x42 telescopic sight, detachable box magazine, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, 9lb. 10oz., nitro proof £300 - 500
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Lot 43 BENELLI A 12-BORE MODEL “M1 SUPER 90” SELF-LOADING PRACTICAL SHOTGUN, NO. M447325 26-inch ported barrel with 3-inch chamber and interchangeable choke tube, adjustable fore sight, full length unrestricted magazine tube, the receiver with aperture sight and mounted with a Simmons 1.5-5x telescopic sight, 14 1/4-inch black composition stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 5oz., Italian nitro proof The gun appears new and unused. £150 - 200 Lot 44 BSA A ,243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 11B2391 22-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and muzzle break, rear sight with folding leaf, the receiver mounted with an Ajack 2.5x70 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 3/4-inch pull, 7lb. 7oz., nitro proof £80 - 120
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Lot 45 W. J. JEFFERY & CO. A .404 BOLT-ACTION TAKE-DOWN SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 38731 24-inch barrel with raised fore sight, folding leaf sights to 300, the receiver mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 1.25-4x24 telescopic sight in quick detachable claw mounts, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, 10lb. 12oz., nitro proof The rifle was re-stocked, scope mounts fitted and regulated by Ronald Wharton (from Rigby). ÂŁ3000 - 5000
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Lot 46 W. GLASER A 7X65R HEEREN SYSTEM FALLING BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 1151 25 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, machined short raised rib with fixed leaf sight and mounted with a Hensoldt Diavari-D 1.5-6x telescopic sight in quick detachable claw mounts, the Heeren system frame with hinged trigger guard and falling block, engraved with rose bouquets and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 7lb. 15oz., German nitro proof
Lot 47 OTTO KREUTZER A .375 H&H MAGNUM MODEL “MAGNUM 98” BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. OK046 26-inch barrels with ramp fore-sight, raised rear sight with fixed leaf, the double square bridge action mounted with a Swarovski 1.25-4x24 telescopic sight, with quick detachable swing-off mounts, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, recoil stud, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 9lb. 14oz., nitro proof
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Lot 48 W. J. JEFFERY & CO. A FINE .375 H&H MAGNUM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 38766 22 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight with two folding leaves, the receiver fitted with a Griffin & Howe side mount, with a Gerhardt Nickel magnum 1.5-6x30 telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the calibre details and serial number inlaid in gold, recoil stud, the well figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 15 1/2-inch pull, 11lb. 6oz., nitro proof The rifle appears little used. ÂŁ4000 - 6000
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Lot 49 BSA A 7X57MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. C5B598 24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight with folding leaf, the receiver mounted with a Kahles Helia-Super telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/4-inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 50 TIKKA A .243 T3 MODEL BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. F70705 20-inch barrel fitted with an ASE SL5 sound moderator, no. 14137, the receiver mounted with a scope rail, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, half length laminated stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14-inch pull, nitro proof The rifle appears virtually unused. £300 - 500 49
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Lot 51 FRANCHI A 12-BORE 520 “ELDORADO” MODEL SELF-LOADING GUN, NO. M23389 28-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring, machined ventilated rib, the receiver with etched wildfowling scenes highlighted in gold, unrestricted magazine capacity, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 9oz., Italian nitro proof £200 - 400 Lot 52 STEYR A 6.5MM MANNLICHER MODEL 1900 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. B3431 26 1/2-inch barrel with raised fore sight and folding leaf sights, the receiver dated 1901, bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine, the trigger guard engraved with the retailer’s number A901, the half length stock with semi pistol grip and steel butt plate, the comb mounted with folding aperture sight, 14-inch pull, sling eyes, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof
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Lot 53 WILHELM BRENNEKE A 9.3X64MM BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 14360 25 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver with bases for claw mounts, bolt with flag safety, magazine with hinged base plate, recoil stud, the figured half length stock with pistol grip, cheek pad and rubber heel plate, sling swivels, 14 1/4inch pull, 8lb. 4oz., German nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 54 W. J. JEFFERY & CO. A 6.5MM STEYR 1897 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 5837 26-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight with folding leaves, engraved “Sighted and Finished by W. J. Jeffery & Co”, bolt with flag safety, the half length stock with straight hand and ribbed butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., nitro proof £200 - 300 Lot 55 MANNLICHER A 6.5MM MODEL 1903 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 2020A 26-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and folding hood, rear sight with folding leaves, engraved “Shot and Regulated by Army & Navy CSL”, bolt with flag safety, rotary magazine, trigger guard engraved with retailer’s number 50124, half length figured stock with straight hand and steel butt plate, 13-inch pull, sling eyes, 6lb. 14oz., nitro proof
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Lot 57 MANNLICHER A 7X57MM MODEL ‘M’ BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 63690 23-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and fixed rear sight, the receiver mounted with a Redfield 4x telescopic sight in quick detachable swing-off mount, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, double set trigger, half length figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/2-inch pull, sling swivels, 7lb. 14oz., Austrian nitro proof £300 - 500 Lot 58 WINCHESTER A .22 HORNET MODEL 54 BOLTACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 43568A 24-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, the receiver mounted with a Zeiss Zielsechs telescopic sight, bolt with flag safety and fitted for an aperture rear sight (part missing), the half length stock with pistol grip and steel butt plate, 13 3/4-inch pull, sling swivels, 9lb. 12oz., nitro proof 57
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£300 - 500 Lot 59 SAKO A .243 BOLT-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 355672 23-inch barrel threaded for a sound moderator, the receiver mounted with a Bushnell telescopic sight, bolt with side safety, magazine with hinged base plate, the half length figured stock with modified fore-end, pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber heel plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 11oz., nitro proof £150 - 250 Lot 60 A .303 NO.4 MKII (F) BOLT-ACTION SERVICE RIFLE, NO. PF307563 25 1/4-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Parker Hale aperture rear sight, bolt with side safety, detachable box magazine, full length stock with hand guards, 12 3/4-inch pull, 9lb. 10oz., nitro proof £200 - 300
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Lot 61 A BRASS BARREL BLUNDERBUSS 16-inch two stage barrel with flared muzzle, impressed with the maker’s mark “IB”, of approximately 8-bore, the plain lock with cock and frizzen, the full length stock with brass furniture, 13-inch pull, 6lb. 6oz., London black powder proof, stock with numerous repairs £400 - 600 Lot 62 A FRENCH PERCUSSION RAMPART RIFLE the 31-inch round to octagonal damascus twist barrel of approximately 8-bore, seven groove rifling, lock signed with the maker’s details, the half length stock with steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, sling swivels, approximately 15lb., ramrod missing £700 - 900 Lot 63 BSA & M CO. A .303 MARTINI ENFIELD CARBINE, NO. 2456A 21-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the receiver dated 1881, the left side further stamped with a conversion date of 1894, full stocked with bayonet bar, 14 1/4-inch pull, 7lb., nitro proof
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Lot 65 W. W. GREENER A .303 MARTINI ENFIELD SERVICE RIFLE, NO. G10362 30-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, rear sight removed, full stock with barrel band and bayonet bar, folding aperture sight mounted at the hand, 14 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 6oz., nitro proof £250 - 400 Lot 66 PARKER HALE A .577 THREE-BAND ENFIELD PERCUSSION RIFLE, NO. 31547 39-inch barrel with folding ladder rear sight, the lock and hammer with border engraving and impressed “PH” crown markings, the full length stock with three barrel bands and brass furniture, ram rod, 14-inch pull, 10lb. 12oz., black powder proof, together with its socket bayonet £200 - 400
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Lot 67 PEDERSOLI A .45 PERCUSSION KENTUCKY-STYLE RIFLE, NO. DA86171 35 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, rear sight removed, the full length stock with brass furniture and folding aperture sight to the hand, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 1oz., Italian black powder proof £80 - 120 Lot 68 PEDERSOLI A .45 FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY-TYPE MUZZLE-LOADING RIFLE, NO. 49328 35 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with fixed leaf sight, the full length stock with brass furniture, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. 6oz., Italian black powder proof £80 - 120
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Lot 69 A. FRANCOTTE A .22 MARTINI ACTION TAKE-DOWN TARGET RIFLE, NO. 19140 25-inch barrel with a Parker Hale ring fore sight, folding ladder sight and Parker Hale folding aperture sight, 14 3/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 8oz., Belgian nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 70 ROSSI A .357 MAGNUM LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, NO. K135605 20-inch barrel, full length magazine tube, the plain frame with loading gate and central hammer, 12 3/4-inch stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 8oz.. nitro proof £80 - 120 Lot 71 W. W. GREENER A .22 MARTINI ACTION TAKE-DOWN TARGET RIFLE, NO. 027315 26-inch barrel with folding ladder sight, 14 1/2-inch stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, worn overall
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Lot 73 ALBINI AN 11MM ALBINI BRAENDLIN MODEL 1868 TRAP DOOR SERVICE RIFLE, NO. D2652 34 1/2-inch barrel dated 1871, with folding ladder rear sight, trap door breech, full length stock with three barrel bands, cleaning rod and steel furniture, 13-inch pull, 9lb. 12oz., together with its socket bayonet £500 - 800 Lot 74 WESTLEY RICHARDS A .451 MONKEY-TAIL PERCUSSION BREECH LOADING CARBINE, NO. 8924 25-inch barrel with ladder rear sight and barrel band, the plain lock and hammer dated 1874, full length stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., worn overall, stock cracked and repaired, mechanism slightly defective £250 - 350
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Lot 75 WINCHESTER A .38 WCF MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE, NO. 479022B 24-inch octagonal barrel with tangent buck horn rear sight, full length magazine tube, the frame with loading gate and sliding dust cover, 12 1/2-inch stock with steel crescent butt plate, 8lb. 3oz., nitro proof The rifle was built in 1894. £1500 - 2000 Lot 76 RUGER A 7MM REM MAG NO.1 MODEL FALLING BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 132-70237 26-inch barrel with ramp fore sight, short raised rib with folding leaf sight and mounted with a No.42 telescopic sight, 13 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 9lb. 4oz., nitro proof £200 - 400
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Lot 77 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A .22 HAMMER RIFLE, NO. 10785, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE 26-inch octagonal barrel, the machined top surface with folding leaf sights to 150, the original maker’s markings lined through, the plain frame with central hammer and side lever, automatic ejector, 15 1/4-inch pistol grip stock including 2 1/2-inch extension, repaired at the hand, 5lb. 11oz., nitro proof
Lot 78 J. PURDEY & SONS A .22 BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE BARREL SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 19391, CONVERTED FROM A ROOK RIFLE 19-inch shortened barrel threaded for a sound moderator, open sights removed and fitted with Parker Hale scope bases, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, automatic ejector, 13 3/4-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, AGP aperture sight mounted at the wrist, sling swivels, 5lb. 4oz., nitro proof
£400 - 600
The maker confirms that the rifle was built in 1908 as a rook rifle. £500 - 700
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Lot 79 BROWNING A 9.3X74R SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 69603ZV 22-inch barrels with ramp fore sight, the short raised rib mounted with a Delta Titanium 1-4x24 telescopic sight in swing-off mounts, the frame and top lever with scroll decoration around stalking scenes, non-selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14-inch figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 9lb. 3oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s case
Lot 80 ALEX HENRY A .450 EXPRESS BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 6523 28-inch damascus barrels with Henry patent rifling, the file-cut rib with folding leaf sight and crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving within Celtic strapwork borders, 14 1/4-inch well figured replacement stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and ribbed butt plate, sling eyes, 8lb. 2oz., black powder proof, in its brassbound oak and leather case with reloading accessories, etc
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£2000 - 3000
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£7000 - 9000
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Lot 81 WILLIAM EVANS A .470 SIDELOCK EJECTOR RIFLE, NO. 20053 24 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with raised fore sight with folding moon bead, short raised file-cut rib with folding gold lined leaf sights to 150, mid extension, the bolstered frame, backlocks and top lever with fine scroll engraving, the fences carved, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining all of its original hardening colour, chequered articulated front trigger, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, sling swivels, 10lb. 15oz., nitro proof The rifle appears virtually unused and was completed circa 2005. £20000 - 30000
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Lot 82 A COLLECTION OF 240 UNFIRED PRIMED SHOTGUN CASES mainly 12-bore, paper and early plastic cases, with many makers and retailers represented
Lot 83 98 RNDS OF .458 WIN MAG AMMUNITION various manufacturers £50 - 80
Lot 84 KYNOCH A GROUP OF COLLECTORS AMMUNITION calibres including .300 H&H, .318, .404, 7mm, 6.5mm, 8mm, etc £100 - 200
£50 - 80
Lot 85 KYNOCH 20 RNDS .450/.400 3 1/4-INCH AMMUNITION 400 grn solid bullet, of modern manufacture; together with 20 rnds, 400 grn soft-nosed bullet, vintage manufacture £150 - 250
Lot 86 FIFTEEN 8-BORE BRASS CASES for reloading 4 1/2-inch length £80 - 120
Lot 87 KYNOCH 58 RNDS .240 HOLLAND & HOLLAND RIMLESS MAGNUM SPORTING AMMUNITION in its maker’s boxes; together with a quantity of primed and unprimed cases for reloading
Lot 88 ELEY A BOX OF APPROXIMATELY 100 12-BORE 3/4-INCH “PERFECT” PRIMED BRASS CASES in their maker’s carton
Lot 89 ELEY-KYNOCH APPROXIMATELY 100 PRIMED 12-BORE PAPER CASES in their maker’s carton £30 - 40
£150 - 250
£150 - 200
Lot 90 A LEATHER AND ZEBRA SKIN CARTRIDGE BAG for about 75 cases, rapid load pattern with canvas and leather strap, appears new and unused
Lot 91 HENRY MONK A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels
£150 - 250
£200 - 300
Lot 92 A LEATHER CARTRIDGE BAG of rapid load pattern, for about 75 cases; together with three canvas cartridge bags (4) £100 - 200
Lot 93 J. PURDEY & SONS A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: turnscrews and striker key, named snap caps and oil bottle, pull-through, etc £100 - 200
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Lot 94 A COLLECTION OF MODERN LEATHER GUN CASE LABELS including labels by Purdey, Wilkes, William Evans, Asprey, etc £300 - 500
Lot 95 A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER CARTRIDGE MAGAZINE for about 250 cases, with lifting straps and dividers, handle missing
Lot 96 A GROUP OF 10 SHOTGUN CLEANING RODS various patterns together with 8 further rifle cleaning rods (18)
Lot 97 PECAR A 6x42 TELESCOPIC SIGHT together with a further telescopic sight (2)
£150 - 250
£50 - 80
Lot 99 A GROUP OF ARMOURERS ACCESSORIES including 3 SLR magazines, stock and fore-end for a Remington 1100, tools, slings, etc, in a metal trunk
Lot 100 FIFTEEN VINTAGE SHOTGUN CLEANING RODS two and three piece patterns, including ebony and walnut examples (15)
Lot 101 FIFTEEN VINTAGE SHOTGUN CLEANING RODS two and three piece patterns, including ebony and walnut examples (15)
£50 - 80
£150 - 250
£150 - 250
Lot 103 A COLLECTION OF GUNMAKERS OIL CANS AND OIL BOTTLES of many different patterns and types, many with famous makers’ labels, including John Rigby, Henry Atkin, Cogswell & Harrison, etc
Lot 104 A COMPREHENSIVE COLLECTION OF GUNMAKERS WAD PUNCHES many different size and calibres, approximately 30 in total
Lot 105 A COLLECTION OF GUNMAKERS CARTRIDGE SIZERS various calibres (9)
£200 - 300
Lot 98 BOWMAN A CLAY PIGEON TRAP together with 2 cartridge bags, 4 gun slips, cartridge belts, etc £80 - 120
Lot 102 J. PURDEY & SONS INSTRUCTIONS FOR GUNS BOOKLET dated 1929; together with a scarce copy of the Purdey Cartridges and Game Register £150 - 250
£200 - 300
£200 - 300
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Lot 106 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS LARGE WAD PUNCHES of various patterns and sizes (8) £200 - 300
Lot 107 A COLLECTION OF CARTRIDGE EXTRACTORS of various patterns, styles and makers (10) £200 - 300
Lot 108 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS OIL BOTTLES 10 bottles of various pattern, makers including Purdey, Holland & Holland, Charles Lancaster, Stephen Grant, etc
Lot 109 A PAIR OF MAGAZINES FOR A 9MMM LUGER standard pattern; together with a stripping tool (3) £100 - 200
£200 - 300
Lot 110 TWO MAGAZINES FOR A 9MM LUGER standard pattern; together with a stripping tool and scarce magazine cover for the snail drum magazine (4)
Lot 111 COLT A RARE PAIR OF .455 ELEY MAGAZINES FOR THE COLT 1911 the two-tone bodies with lanyard loops, in their British canvas pouch
Lot 112 COLT A PAIR OF MAGAZINES FOR A 1911 MODEL SELF-LOADING PISTOL two-tone bodies with lanyard loops, in their canvas pouch dated June 1918
£100 - 200
£200 - 300
£100 - 200
Lot 114 PARKER HALE FOUR VARIOUS APERTURE REAR SIGHTS to fit No.1 and No.4 service rifles; together with a further aperture sight, etc
Lot 115 A .303 MAGAZINE suitable for the No.1 Mk I service rifle; together with two Lee Metford rear sight covers; fore sight cover; a further No. 1 magazine, etc
Lot 116 WEBLEY & SCOTT A GROUP OF EARLY POST WAR AIR GUN SPARES the many boxed parts suitable for Senior, Junior and Mk I air pistols and Junior, Falcon and Mk III air rifles; together with the parts of a Crossman CO2 air pistol
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Lot 113 A PAIR OF LEATHER POUCHES to each hold a pair of Colt 1911 magazines, both dated 1946 £80 - 120
Lot 117 EGERTON-CHUBB A 12-16-20 MULTI GAUGE INTERNAL BORE MICROMETER with Imperial dial, in its maker’s case £250 - 350
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Lot 118 R. & J. BECK LTD A FOUR-DRAWER GENERAL SERVICE MK IV TELESCOPE the leather covered body with sliding sun shade, impressed broad arrow and dated London, 1915
Lot 119 A NO. 53 TELESCOPIC SIGHT, BY A.K. & S. dated 1944, with dust covers and Parker Hale mounts, in a leather scope tube
Lot 120 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A PURDEY GUNS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 1929 edition £200 - 300
£100 - 200
Lot 121 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS CLEANING RODS comprising: 3 rifle rods, a two piece Purdey rod and a further three piece rod (5) £150 - 250
£150 - 250
Lot 122 A GOOD QUANTITY OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising various oil bottles, turnscrews, snap caps, hand guards, pull-throughs, etc, in a leather cartridge magazine with Army & Navy label
Lot 123 WILLIAM EVANS A BRASSBOUND LEATHER GUN CASE with compartment for 28-inch barrels, handle missing, containing numerous cleaning accessories
Lot 124 ALDIS BROTHERS A TELESCOPIC SIGHT, NO. 68811 dated 1916, fitted with a quick detachable side mount, in its leather scope tube
Lot 125 ALDIS BROTHERS AN L223 TELESCOPIC SIGHT with adjustable range drum £150 - 250
£150 - 250
£100 - 200
£200 - 300
Lot 126 ALDIS BROTHERS A TELESCOPIC SIGHT, NO. 109796 the tube engraved “John Rigby & Co.” with adjustable range drum, mount crudely removed; together with a Zeiss telescopic sight, engraved with George Gibbs’ name and also “Holland & Holland 8455” (2)
Lot 127 A GROUP OF GUNMAKERS ACCESSORIES comprising: 3 powder flasks, a shot flask and 3 leather hand guards (7)
Lot 128 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels
£100 - 200
£200 - 300
Lot 129 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE for gun numbers 15551/2, with compartments blocked for 29-inch barrels, the lid impressed “Adml. F. Clifton Brown.RN” £300 - 500
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Lot 130 CHARLES LANCASTER A BRASSBOUND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels
Lot 131 STEPHEN GRANT A BRASSBOUND OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments for 30-inch barrels
£300 - 500
£200 - 300
Lot 132 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A BRASSBOUND LEATHER DOUBLE GUN CASE with compartments blocked for 28inch barrels, possibly for a pair of double-barrel rifles, the lid impressed “Earl of Crewe”, back with crude repair
Lot 133 A PAIR OF FIGURED WALNUT GUN STOCK BLANKS £300 - 500
£200 - 300
Lot 134 TWO WALNUT GUN STOCK BLANKS £300 - 500
Lot 135 THE REPLACEMENT STOCKS AND FORE-ENDS FOR A PAIR OF PURDEY GUNS the highly figured stocks removed from gun nos. 16004/5, No.1 broken at the head
Lot 136 ARMS & EXPLOSIVES NINE BOUND VOLUMES dating from 1899 to 1911, water damaged, together with a group of patent specifications
Lot 137 WALTER WINANS “THE ART OF REVOLVER SHOOTING” London 1901, binding loose £80 - 120
£200 - 400
£150 - 250
Lot 138 A COLLECTION OF BOOKS RELATING TO ITALIAN GUNS AND ENGRAVING including “Pedretti Master Engravers”, “Fracassi Master Engravers”, “The Italian Gun”, “The World of Beretta”, etc
Lot 139 A LARGE COLLECTION OF HOLT’S AUCTION CATALOGUES the almost complete run dating from 1996 to the present day £50 - 80
£80 - 120
Lot 140 BSA THE BOOK OF THE BSA AIR RIFLE Colonial and Foreign edition; together with “The Breech Loader and How to Use It”, by W. W. Greener; “Sharp Shooting for War and Peace”; and “Indian Small Game Shooting for Novices” (4) £100 - 200
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Lot 141 AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP. A 50 RND TYPE ‘L’ THOMPSON SUB-MACHINE GUN MAGAZINE for 50 cartridges, .455; together with eleven 20 rnd magazines, etc £150 - 250
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Lot 142 MAUSER THREE MAUSER 98 ACTIONS complete with bolts, magazine boxes, etc £100 - 200
Lot 143 MAUSER FOUR MODEL 98 MAGNUM LENGTH FIRING PIN ASSEMBLIES £80 - 120
Lot 144 A GROUP OF RIFLE SIGHTS, IN THE WHITE comprising: 4 ramp fore sight blocks, 2 folding leaf sights and sight block, and a folding moon bead sight (7) £50 - 80
Lot 145 MAUSER THE BARRELLED ACTION OF AN 8X57 SPORTING RIFLE, NO. 90226 24-inch barrel, commercial Oberndorf model 98 receiver dated 1934, mismatched bolt with flag safety, German nitro proof £150 - 250
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Lot 146 SHULTZ & LARSEN A 7.62MM BARREL suitable for a swing type rifle, 30-inch, proof marks dated 1982 £50 - 80
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Lot 147 COSMI A 12-BORE BARREL FOR GUN NO. 0996 25 1/2-inch barrel with 2 3/4-inch chamber, about 1/2 choke boring
✪ £200 - 300
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Lot 148 WEBLEY & SCOTT A .22 “WEBLEY SENIOR” MODEL AIR PISTOL, BATCH NO. 921 6 1/2-inch barrel, worn overall, left grip chipped, chisel damage to the end cap; together with a .177 “Junior” model air pistol, no. 1587 (2)
Lot 149 WALTHER A .177 MODEL LP53 AIR PISTOL, NO. 042977 9 1/2-inch barrel with ramp fore sight and adjustable rear sight, the frame impressed with the Walther banner, chequered composition grips
£80 - 120
£150 - 250
Lot 150 STERLING ARMAMENT A .22 HR81 MODEL UNDERLEVER AIR RIFLE, NO. 2065 17 1/2-inch barrel with ring fore sight, adjustable rear sight, elevation screw missing, bolt-action breech, the half length stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 14 3/4-inch pull, 8lb. 13oz., retaining much original finish overall
Lot 151 WALTHER A .177 LG MODEL 55 TARGET AIR RIFLE, NO. 119323 17 1/2-inch barrel with tunnel fore sight, the receiver mounted with an aperture rear sight, retaining much original finish overall, the half length well figured stock with pistol grip,Tyrolean cheekpiece and rubber heel plate, 13 1/2-inch pull, 8lb. 15oz., fails to cock
£100 - 200
£150 - 250
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Lot 152 BSA A .177 “SUPERSPORT” MODEL AIR RIFLE, NO. AR09553 18 1/2-inch barrel, the receiver mounted with a Nikko Stirling telescopic sight, the half length stock with pistol grip, cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad, 13 1/2-inch pull, 7lb. £100 - 200
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Lot 153 G. E. LEWIS & SONS THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13497 the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock including horn butt plate
✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 154 W. POWELL & SON THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 7626 the rounded frame, rebounding backlocks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, leg-of-mutton case
✪ £200 - 400
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Lot 155 T. HORSLEY THE ACTION AND STOCK ONLY OF A PATENT 12-BORE BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 2563 the action, rebounding bar locks, top levers and Purdey second patent thumb lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate and retailer’s stamp, “West & Son, Wretford”
✪ £200 - 300
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Lot 156 W. W. GREENER THE ACTION, STOCK AND FORE-END ONLY OF A DRILLING-TYPE COMBINATION BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN/RIFLE, NO. 68987, BARRELS MISSING the scroll back bolstered frame with fine scroll engraving surrounding detailed scenes of African game and retaining much original hardening colour, including Cape buffalo, springbok, leopard, etc, the top lever with a gold Greener elephant opening to reveal a snake on the top strap, top barrel selector and side safety, 16-inch highly figured stock with engraved pistol grip cap and steel butt plate
✪ £200 - 300
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Lot 157 WILLIAM EVANS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 9095/6 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, No.2 gun with replacement barrels, doll’s head extensions, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with bold scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 3/4-inch well figured stocks including 1 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s brassbound leather case
✪ £5000 - 7000
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Lot 158 JAMES PURDEY & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 18355/6 30-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, brushed bright overall, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 6lb. 11oz., nitro re-proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1905.
✪ £8000 - 12000
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Lot 159 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A FINE PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 36630/1 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, and 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings respectively, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with acanthus scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of their original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guards, 14 3/8-inch highly figured stocks including rubber recoil pads, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1960 for E. Casciano, the famous Rome retailer. They conform to the gunmaker’s original specification and appear little used.
✪ £30000 - 40000
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Lot 160 CHARLES HELLIS & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 3059/60 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, the fences deeply carved with fruiting vines and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with chequered butt plate, 6lb. 5oz., nitro reproof, bores pitted, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, in their maker’s brassbound leather case
✪ £3000 - 5000
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Lot 161 BOSS & CO. A PAIR OF 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 6715/6 29-inch replacement chopper-lump barrels by the maker (nos. 7487/8), with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, patent single trigger, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1919 and the replacement barrels fitted in 1928 for Capt. G.M.E. Lucas.
✪ £20000 - 30000
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Lot 162 HOLLAND & HOLLAND A PAIR OF 12-BORE “ROYAL” MODEL SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 36975/6 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the frames, hand detachable locks and gold numbered top levers with acanthus scroll engraving and retaining their original bright finish, gold lined cocking indicators and rolled edge trigger guards, Holland & Holland self-opening mechanisms, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stocks, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight leather case The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1971.
✪ £25000 - 35000
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Lot 163 CHARLES LANCASTER A PAIR OF “TWELVE-TWENTY” MODEL LIGHTWEIGHT SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 17172/3 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frames, locks and gold numbered top levers with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, fluted fences, the action bases signed in gold, the trigger guards inlaid “The Twelve-Twenty” in gold, 15inch highly figured stocks including recoil pads, (No.1 stock probably an old replacement), No. 2 stock including 1/2-inch extension, 5lb. 13oz., nitro proof, in their maker’s leather case with green velvet lining The maker confirms that the guns were built in 1933 for the Maharaja of Jodhpur to give as a present to the Maharaja of Jaipur. The guns appear little used and have remained in store for a number of years.
✪ £10000 - 15000
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Lot 164 GILES WHITTOME A SUPERB AND UNIQUE 12-BORE “THE PARAGON PINLESS” ROUND BODY SINGLE/DOUBLE TRIGGER SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1005 28-inch damascus barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, top extension, gold fore sight bead in the form of a Labrador’s head inset with diamond eyes, vine leaf gold inlaid breeches, the rib inlaid in gold “Giles Whittome, London”, the rounded frame, pinless hand detachable locks and pierced top lever profusely engraved and inlaid in gold with fruiting vines surrounding scenes of game birds in flight, all set against a matted black ground, rolled edge trigger guard with further gold inlaid decoration, double triggers with the front trigger operating as a single trigger, the trigger plate signed “P. Sabatti, G. Berttella”, 16-inch well figured stock with Prince of Wales grip, grip cap and skeleton butt plate with further decoration, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s rosewood presentation case with brass stringing and ebony sealing strips, contained in its velvet lined canvas outer cover, complete with tools and accessories The gun was completed in 1982 as a presentation piece. It was engraved by the Italian master, Sabatti and finished to the very highest possible standard. The damascus barrels were sourced from original unfinished tubes from the workshop of Thomas Bland and it was actioned by Brian Gibbs, formerly of Holland & Holland.
✪ £15000 - 20000
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Lot 165 THOMAS BLAND & SONS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14978, CAST FOR CENTRAL VISION 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 14 1/2inch figured almost crossover stock, cast off for strong central vision, 7lb., nitro re-proof ✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 166 T. BLAND & SONS A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16835 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip, 6lb. 13oz., nitro re-proof, left lock at fault (failing to cock) ✪ £300 - 500 165
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Lot 167 GUNMARK A 12-BORE “SILVER SABEL DELUXE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. PG93740 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, retaining much original hardening colour, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., Spanish nitro proof, vinyl covered case ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 168 AYA A 12-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 299444 25-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame, hand detachable lockd and gold numbered top lever with foliate scroll engraving and retaining much of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 3/4-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £500 - 800
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Lot 169 CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING BACKLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 8023 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, bores slightly marked, leather case with Holland & Holland label
Lot 170 AYA A FINE 12-BORE NO.1 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 384883 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its canvas case
✪ £2000 - 3000
The gun appears little used. ✪ £1400 - 1800
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Lot 171 PIOTTI A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5965 27 5/8-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/8 choke borings, solid file-cut rib, the plain frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, lined cocking indicators, 15-inch figured stock, 6lb. 14oz., Italian nitro proof, leather case ✪ £1200 - 1800 Lot 172 UGARTECHEA A SPANISH 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 47338 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 an 3/4 choke borings, solid machined rib, the frame, locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving, 15-inch figured stock including 1-inch extension, 6lb. 14oz., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £250 - 400
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Lot 173 AYA A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 558102 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke boring, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch figured stock, cast-off for central vision, 7lb., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £300 - 500 Lot 174 AYA A 12-BORE NO.2 MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 533327 26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable lock and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof, left bore dented ✪ £600 - 800
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Lot 175 J. PURDEY & SONS A 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 20986 28-inch chopper-lump replacement barrels by the maker, with 2 1/2-inch chambers about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, matted flat top rib, the frame, locks and numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, lined cocking indicators, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, cast on for the left shoulder, 7lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight case with Purdey label The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1914 as the No.2 gun of a pair. The replacement barrels were fitted by Purdey in 1968. ✪ £5000 - 7000
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Lot 176 BOSS & CO. A 12-BORE ASSISTED OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6422, A TWO BARREL SET 29-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the interchangeable 28-inch barrels by another with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock and fore-end wood, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1915 and is the No.2 gun of a pair. ✪ £8000 - 10000
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Lot 177 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13289 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with border engraving, patent single trigger, lined cocking indicators, 14-inch figured stock including ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, bores marked ✪ £600 - 800 Lot 178 LAURONA A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 146502 27 1/2-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined rib, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz., Spanish nitro proof, fore-end tip missing 177
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✪ £300 - 500 Lot 179 GARBI A 12-BORE “BLACK SABEL DELUXE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. GA13781 27-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, hand detachable locks and top lever with bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining all of its original bright finish, lined cocking indicators, articulated front trigger, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., Spanish nitro proof, in its leather case with proof certificate, etc The gun appears little used. ✪ £400 - 600
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Lot 180 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7667 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., nitro re-proof, barrel wall thickness well below the recommended minimum ✪ £500 - 700
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Lot 181 LANG & HUSSEY A 12-BORE “IMPERIAL EJECTOR” MODEL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 10947 30-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, with Teague screw-in chokes, the frame, locks and gold numbered top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 3/8-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof
Lot 182 JOHN RIGBY & CO. A 12-BORE ‘B’ CLASS SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16206 27 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, probably shortened, top extension, the frame, leg-ofmutton shaped back action bar lock and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch well figured stock including 3/4-inch extension, 6lb. 7oz., bores pitted, nitro proof, canvas case with reproduction maker’s label, etc
The gun was sleeved in 1999.
The maker confirms that the gun was sold in 1894 to Col. Knox Browne. The barrel length is not recorded.
✪ £1200 - 1800
✪ £2500 - 3500
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Lot 183 COGSWELL & HARRISON A 12-BORE LEVER-COCKING SIDELOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11816 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, locks and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a banner, gold lined cocking indicators, 14 1/2-inch replacement figured stock, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof, right bore dented, re-jointing recommended ✪ £400 - 600 Lot 184 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16764 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with swept comb, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof ✪ £150 - 250 183
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Lot 185 JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16031 27-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the scrollback frame and gold numbered top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 15-inch highly figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, vinyl covered case ✪ £500 - 700 Lot 186 ARMY & NAVY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 75655 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s canvas case ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 187 J. & W. TOLLEY A 12-BORE (2-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 89227 26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock, 5lb. 8oz., nitro proof, in its lightweight canvas case
Lot 188 T. NEWTON A 12-BORE (2-INCH) BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5850 26-inch barrels with 2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 3/4 choke borings, narrow Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 13 3/4-inch figured stock including 3/4-inch ebonite extension, 5lb. 6oz., nitro proof, barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum
✪ £700 - 900
✪ £800 - 1200
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Lot 189 JOHN WILKES A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 13722 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with ribbed butt plate and slightly swept comb, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof, re-jointing recommended, canvas case with C. B. Vaughan label ✪ £500 - 700 Lot 190 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 134597 27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof ✪ £500 - 700 189
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Lot 191 P. WEBLEY & SON AN UNUSUAL 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 63813 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame with second pattern Purdey thumb lever with fine scroll engraving, non automatic side safety, extended fore-end iron, 15-inch well figured stock with heel and toe plates, 7lb. 8oz., nitro proof, bores pitted and dented, in a leather case with Westley Richards label The gun was built in 1901 and appears to have been built as a competition gun with extended fore-end and Purdey thumb lever. ✪ £500 - 700
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Lot 192 CHARLES INGRAM A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. A5294 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15-inch highly figured replacement stock, slightly cast on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof, in its brassbound leather case ✪ £700 - 900
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Lot 193 JOHN WILKES & SONS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5094 28-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, 15 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof
Lot 194 HENRY MONK A FINE LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 192194 25-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, machined Churchill rib with top extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, arcaded fences, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with chequered side panels and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 15oz., nitro proof
✪ £800 - 1200
✪ £700 - 900
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Lot 195 J. & W. TOLLEY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 88055 25-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, file-cut Churchill rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro proof ✪ £150 - 200 Lot 196 W. & C. SCOTT & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 101274 25 1/2-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 3oz., nitro proof The gun retains much of its original finish overall. 195
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✪ £800 - 1000 Lot 197 JOSEPH LANG & SON A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 15389 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the plain frame and top lever retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof, bores marked, re-jointing recommended, in its maker’s canvas case ✪ £250 - 400 Lot 198 WILLIAM CASHMORE A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 14618 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, bores slightly marked ✪ £500 - 700
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Lot 199 CHARLES BOSWELL A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 16999 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 15 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 15oz., recent nitro re-proof ✪ £250 - 350 Lot 200 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 124799 30-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2inch figured stock, 6lb. 10oz, nitro re-proof, bores pitted ✪ £350 - 500 Lot 201 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 12-BORE MODEL 700 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 133259 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the rib engraved the retailer’s name ‘Charles Jeffery & Sons, Dorchester’, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, retaining much original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, slightly cast-on for the left shoulder, 6lb. 10oz., nitro proof
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✪ £600 - 800 Lot 202 AYA A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 519528 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £200 - 300
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Lot 203 AYA A 12-BORE NO.4 MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 526570 26-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 7oz., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £250 - 350 Lot 204 AYA A 12-BORE “TWENTY FIVE” MODEL BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 527451 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 and top lever with fine foliate scroll engraving and retaining much original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 4oz., Spanish nitro proof ✪ £350 - 500
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Lot 205 W. J. JEFFERY & CO. A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 38645 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the scroll back frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro proof The gun was sleeved to a very high standard in 1986. The join is not visible. ✪ £800 - 1200 Lot 206 GEORGE NEWNHAM A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 5441 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, top extension, the frame, top lever and side plates with fine scroll engraving, 15 3/4-inch well figured stock including 2 1/4-inch extension, 6lb. 9oz.. nitro proof ✪ £200 - 400
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Lot 207 BOXALL & EDMISTON A FINE 12-BORE ROUND BODY BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11014 29-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 choke borings, the rounded scroll back frame and top lever with bold acanthus scroll engraving against a matt ground, the maker’s name signed on the action base plate, 15 1/4-inch highly figured stock, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof The gun was built in 2012 and appears relatively little used. The vendor states that this is the only gun that Boxall & Edmiston built on this round body scroll back action before production moved to side plated and over and under designs. ✪ £5000 - 7000
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Lot 208 ARMY & NAVY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7844 30-inch blacked damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with fine scroll engraving, 15-inch figured replacement stock with heel and toe plates, 6lb. 4oz., nitro re-proof, bores pitted, ejectors require regulation The gun appears to have been converted from a non-ejector gun. ✪ £150 - 250
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Lot 209 A. ALAN A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 6599 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the unusual blacked bolstered frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum, fore-end tip missing ✪ £150 - 250 Lot 210 A 12-BORE BELMONT INTERCHANGEABLE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 2494 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14-inch well figured stock with semi pistol grip, chequered side panels and maker’s ribbed butt plate, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof ✪ £200 - 400 Lot 211 ULTISHOT A RARE .38 CALIBRE AIR SHOTGUN, NO. 28 26 1/2-inch barrel with full length air cylinder, the breech with opening gate, the half length stock with straight hand and rubber recoil pad, 14 1/4-inch pull, 7lb. 10oz.; together with a Crossman model 1077 air rifle (2) It appears that this novel air shotgun was only produced in 1996.
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Lot 212 WILLIAM EVANS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 18578 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, 15-inch figured stock including 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, fore-end tip possibly replaced The gun was built in 1976 and appears relatively little used.
Lot 213 W. R. PAPE A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 11816 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a banner, 14 3/4-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof, leather case with reproduction maker’s label
✪ £700 - 900
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Lot 214 B.V. JENVEY A 12-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 4410 25-inch replacement barrels by B. E. Chaplin, 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 scroll engraving around scenes of dogs and game, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock including 1/2-inch ebonite extension, 6lb. 5oz., nitro proof, canvas case ✪ £200 - 300 Lot 215 W. W. GREENER A 12-BORE F16 GRADE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 56434 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, machined rib with crossbolt extension, the bolstered frame and top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, non-automatic side safety, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and ribbed butt plate, sling swivels, 6lb. 12oz., nitro proof, bores slightly marked 214
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Lot 217 PARKES ADAMS & CO. A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 14197 28-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about recessed choke boring, crossbolt extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine scroll engraving, retaining traces of original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 6lb. 6oz., nitro re-proof ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 218 EDWINSON GREEN AN 8-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2408 33-inch damascus barrels with 3 1/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock including perished rubber recoil pad, 11lb. 2oz., black powder proof, bores pitted and worn overall Sold as a Section 58 Antique as unsuitable for use. £1500 - 2000
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Lot 219 LOWE, CHESTER AN 80-BORE TERRY’S PATENT PERCUSSION BREECH LOADING SPORTING GUN 27-inch octagonal damascus barrel signed on the top surface and folding ladder sight, patent breech, hammer and lock with scroll engraving and a scene of a stag, the half length highly figured stock with engraved steel butt plate, 14-inch pull, 5lb. 2oz., black powder proof £600 - 800 Lot 220 A 16-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING GUN 35-inch round to octagonal barrel with ramrod, left handed lock, hammer with scroll engraving, half length stock with steel furniture, 14 1/4-inch pull, 5lb. 6oz. £100 - 200
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Lot 221 D. MURRAY JUNR A 16-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 999 29-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with scroll engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock, 5lb. 14oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked ✪ £500 - 700 Lot 222 WESTLEY RICHARDS A 12-BORE PINFIRE BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 10713 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb. 1oz., black powder proof, bores marked, re-jointing recommended £600 - 900
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Lot 223 J. PURDEY & SONS A SCARCE 12-BORE TOP LEVER BAR-INWOOD HAMMER LIVE PIGEON GUN, NO. 11922, A TWO BARREL SET 29 1/2-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 choke borings, mid extension, file-cut flat top rib, the later interchangeable 29 1/2-inch Whitworth steel chopper-lump barrels by the maker with 2 3/4inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, file-cut flat top rib, mid extension, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining some faint original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock including 1 1/2-inch well matched extension, 7lb. 1oz., nitro proof, first set of barrels right barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum, second set of barrels left barrel wall thickness below recommended minimum, in its later leather case with accessories, etc The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1884 for the Compte de Casserta who won the Grand Prix du Casino, Monte Carlo in 1884, most likely with this gun. This is illustrated as plate 53 in Richard Akehurst’s classic book “Game Guns & Rifles”. The gun is being sold to benefit the Gunmakers’ Charitable Trust. ✪ £8000 - 12000
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Lot 224 W. B. BARRATT A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 8021 29 3/4-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., nitro re-proof ✪ £400 - 600 Lot 225 JOSEPH LANG A 12-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 3404 28-inch sleeved barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about improved cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary underlever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with heel and toe plates, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof ✪ £400 - 600
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Lot 226 MALEHAM A 12-BORE POWELL’S PATENT BAR-INWOOD TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 4500 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and lift-up top lever with border engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., black powder proof (1868 Rules), bores pitted and dented, fore-end wood chipped, re-jointing recommended ✪ £200 - 300 Lot 227 ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 24588 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 8oz., nitro re-proof, bores marked ✪ £200 - 300
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Lot 228 THOMAS HORSLEY A RARE 12-BORE HORSLEY PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD SIDE LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 2200 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, the frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and side lever with fine scroll engraving, retaining faint traces of hardening colour, hammers with selfretracting strikers, 14-inch well figured stock with steel butt plate, 7lb., nitro re-proof, bores marked, in its leather case with reproduction maker’s label
Lot 229 T. HORSLEY A 12-BORE HORSLEY PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 1882 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, non-rebounding back locks, hammers and sliding top lever with fine scroll engraving, the hammers with self-retracting striker, loading indicators and patent sliding lever, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 12oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, re-jointing recommended
The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built in 1874 for Henry Hird Forster, live pigeon shot and member of the Yorkshire Gentlemen’s Club. ✪ £3000 - 5000
The maker’s records confirm that the gun was built for J. J. Geldart in 1870. The butt plate is engraved “R. W. G. to H. C. G., 1870”. The gun incorporates three classic Horsley patents, namely the sliding top lever, self-retracting strikers and loaded indicators. Examples of Horsley guns with all three classic features are scarce. ✪ £1400 - 1800
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Lot 230 ALEX HENRY A 28-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 2996, CONVERTED FROM A RIFLE 28-inch Parsons’ patent damascus chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and full choke borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/4-inch highly figured stock with engraved heel and toe plates, 7lb. 5oz., recent nitro re-proof, bores marked, leather case with reproduction maker’s label The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1873 as a .450 double express rifle with 28-inch barrels for a Major Osborne. ✪ £2000 - 3000
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Lot 231 WESTLEY RICHARDS A 12-BORE BAR-IN-WOOD TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 4166 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, doll’s head extension, the frame, non-rebounding bar locks, hammers and patent top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb. 15oz., proof exemption certificate, bores severely pitted The gun is sold as unfit for use and should not be fired. ✪ £300 - 500 Lot 232 J. MCPHERSON A 20-BORE HAMMER GUN, NO. 12080 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 1/2 choke borings, the rounded frame, non-rebounding back locks, bolted hammers and rotary underlever with border decoration, the frame signed “W. W. Greener”, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with steel butt plate, 6lb., black powder proof, bores pitted, left barrel wall thickness well below the recommended minimum ✪ £300 - 500 Lot 233 T. HORSLEY A 12-BORE PATENT BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMER GUN, NO. 1899 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder borings, the frame, non-rebounding locks, hammers and pull-back top lever with scroll engraving, selfretracting strikers, 14 1/2-inch replacement figured stock with 1/2-inch ebonite heel plate, 7lb. 1oz., black powder proof, bores pitted, top rib loose at the breech end
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The gun incorporates two of the three classic Horsley patents. ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 234 ARMY & NAVY A 12-BORE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN, NO. 10380 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about true cylinder and 3/4 choke borings, the plain frame, rebounding bar locks, hammers and top lever with border engraving and retaining traces of original hardening colour, 15 1/4-inch figured stock including 1 1/2-inch extension, 6lb. 10oz., nitro re-proof ✪ £400 - 600 Lot 235 J. & W. TOLLEY A 16-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 7161 30-inch damascus barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 3/4 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving and retaining some original hardening colour, 14 3/4-inch well figured stock, 5lb. 15oz., nitro re-proof, canvas case ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 236 WEBLEY & SCOTT A 16-BORE MODEL 500 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 113402 28-inch replacement barrels by William Ford, with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, top extension, the frame and top lever with border engraving, 15-inch figured stock including rubber recoil pad, cast-off for central vision, 6lb. 5oz., nitro re-proof ✪ £300 - 500 Lot 237 ELLIS BROS. A 20-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 1646 28-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame and top lever with scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, 14 1/2-inch figured stock with pistol grip, 5lb. 8oz.. nitro re-proof, right bore marked, re-jointing recommended, right barrel wall thickness below the recommended minimum ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 238 WESTLEY RICHARDS A 16-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER HAND DETACHABLE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17453, A TWO BARREL SET 30-inch barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 1/2 choke borings, doll’s head extension, the additional interchangeable 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 3/4 and full choke borings, doll’s head extension, the scroll back frame, hinged base plate and patent top lever with fine scroll engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner and retaining some original hardening colour, hand detachable locks, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch well figured stock including leather covered recoil pad, 6lb., nitro proof, in its canvas case with modern maker’s label ✪ £4000 - 6000
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Lot 239 SYMES & WRIGHT A FINE 20-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 0025 28-inch chopper-lump barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, the maker’s name signed in gold on the lock plates and action base, the trigger plate signed by the engraver ‘MKS’, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 15 1/4-inch well figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., nitro proof, in its maker’s brassbound oak and leather case The gun was completed in 1994 and was engraved by Martin Smith. Symes & Wright was formed as a gunmaker in London in 1987. Both Peter Symes and Alex Wright had worked for James Purdey & Sons and as young gunmakers had decided to set up business on their own. With their flair for design and marketing, the company was quickly established as a competitor to the existing London makers. At a time when the London trade was perceived as old and stuffy, Symes & Wright were like a breath of fresh air. To quote from one of the company’s advertisements, “We are not trading on a reputation established over a century ago, nor do we waste energy marketing luxury goods associated with our name. Our business is quite simply building the finest sporting guns money can buy, without compromise, without exception”. Unfortunately orders dwindled with the economic downtown of the early 1990s and the firm ceased trading in 1995. Production was modest with side-by-side production reaching serial number 36 and over and under guns reaching serial number 14. ✪ £12000 - 18000
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Lot 240 THOMAS BLAND A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GUN, NO. 17933 25-inch barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, crossbolt extension, the barrels signed ‘William Ford’, the frame and numbered top lever with border engraving, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, retaining traces of original hardening colour, 13 3/4-inch figured stock with semi pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 5lb. 14oz., nitro proof, bores pitted, leather leg-of-mutton case ✪ £500 - 700 Lot 241 GUNMARK A 20-BORE “KESTREL” MODEL BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR GUN, NO. 326717 27-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, 14 1/2-inch figured stock, 6lb. 2oz., Spanish nitro proof 240
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✪ £80 - 120 Lot 242 BAIKAL A .410 SINGLE BARREL SILENCED GUN, NO. 13070426 33 1/2-inch barrel including sound moderator, with 3-inch chamber, the plain frame with crossbolt safety, 14 3/4-inch synthetic stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 6lb 10oz., nitro proof, together with two canvas gun slips, cleaning kits, etc ✪ £80 - 120 Lot 243 CLASSIC DOUBLES A 12-BORE “CLUBMAN SPORTER” MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 171594 29 3/4-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with game scene decoration, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety catch, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and slim recoil pad, 7lb. 13oz., Italian nitro proof ✪ £200 - 400
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Lot 244 BOSS & CO. A FINE 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 7443 27-inch Whitworth steel barrels with 2 1/2-inch chambers, about 3/8 and 1/2 choke borings, filecut solid rib with top extension, the frame, locks and top lever with fine bouquet and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, gold lined cocking indicators, rolled edge trigger guard, 14 1/2-inch highly figured stock including half pistol grip and leather covered recoil pad, 6lb. 6oz., nitro proof The maker confirms that the gun was built in 1927 for von Lengerke & Detwold, New York. The gun conforms to its original specification, with the note “...not to exceed 6lb. 6oz., wanted finished in New York 1 Oct 1927”. ✪ £30000 - 40000
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Lot 245 MIROKU A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 723574 28-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and full choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the plain frame and top lever with scroll decoration, non-automatic selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 6oz., nitro proof ✪ £500 - 700 Lot 246 WINCHESTER A 12-BORE ‘DIAMOND’ GRADE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER TRAP GUN, NO. DG471405E 32-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke borings, bottom barrel with interchangeable choke tube, machined raised ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving around a diamond motif, selective single trigger, non-automatic safety, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with pistol grip and rubber recoil pad, 8lb. 12oz., nitro proof 245
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Lot 248 P. BERETTA A 12-BORE S56E SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO.A52974B 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, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 7lb. 2oz., Italian nitro proof, vinyl covered case ✪ £300 - 500
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Lot 249 CAESAR GUERINI A 28-BORE “ELIPSE LIMITED” MODEL ROUND BODY SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 128934 30-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, with interchangeable choke tubes, solid machined rib, the frame and top lever with border and scroll engraving and retaining virtually all of its original hardening colour, single trigger, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock including rubber recoil pad, 6lb. 12oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s case with spare chokes, instructions, etc
Lot 250 B. C. MIROKU A 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER GUN, NO. 78361 26-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame and top lever with scroll engraving, selective single trigger, 14 1/4-inch figured stock with pistol grip and maker’s butt plate, 6lb. 11oz., nitro proof, in its Browning case The gun appears little used. ✪ £400 - 600
Lot 251 PERAZZI A 12-BORE MX8 SC3 MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUN, NO. 57337 26 3/4-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/2 and 3/4 choke borings, machined ventilated rib, the frame, top lever and hand detachable trigger block with fine bouquet and scroll engraving, signed by the engraver ‘C Ussoli’, non-automatic safety, 14 1/2-inch well figured stock with pistol grip, 7lb. 3oz., Italian nitro proof, in its maker’s plastic case ✪ £3500 - 5000
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Lot 252 PERAZZI A PAIR OF 20-BORE MX8 BARRELS, NO. 111360 29-inch monobloc barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about full choke and interchangeable bottom choke tube, machined ventilated rib, together with interchangeable fore-end, no. 68259, in its maker’s barrel case These barrels have been used with the previous lot. ✪ £1500 - 2000
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Lot 253 BROWNING A MATCHED PAIR OF BELGIAN 12-BORE SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. 51629S6 AND 51657S6 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2 3/4-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, engraved “Made for Abercrombie & Fitch”, the frames and top levers with fine scroll engraving surrounding scenes of dogs and game in landscapes, signed by the engravers “C. Lambert” and “R. Greco”, selective single triggers, 14-inch highly figured stocks with semi pistol grips and leather covered recoil pads, 7lb. 10oz., Belgian nitro proof, lightweight plastic case ✪ £3000 - 5000
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Lot 254 P. BERETTA A PAIR OF 12-BORE 687 EELL CLASSIC MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER EJECTOR GUNS, NOS. R48939S AND R48940S 30-inch monobloc barrels with 3-inch chambers, about 1/4 and 1/2 choke borings, machined ventilated ribs, the frames, side plates and gold numbered top levers with scroll engraving around game scenes, the maker’s name signed within a scrolling banner, selective single triggers, 15-inch highly figured stocks including leather covered recoil pads, 7lb. 8oz., Italian nitro proof, in their maker’s lightweight double case with instructions, etc The guns were built in 2008. ✪ £5000 - 7000
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CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS FOR BUYERS 1. INTRODUCTION
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5. BIDDING AT AUCTION
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(ii) the Conditions of Business for Sellers displayed in the saleroom and available from Gavin Gardiner Limited; (iii) Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Authenticity Guarantee; (iv) any additional notices and terms printed in the sale catalogue, in each case as amended by any saleroom notice or auctioneer's announcement. (b) As auctioneer, Gavin Gardiner Limited acts as agent for the Seller. Occasionally, Gavin Gardiner Limited may own or have a financial interest in a lot. 2. DEFINITIONS "Bidder" is any person making, attempting or considering making a bid, including Buyers; "Buyer" is the person who makes the highest bid or offer accepted by the auctioneer, including a Buyer’s principal when bidding as agent; "Seller" is the person offering a lot for sale, including their agent, or executors; “GG” means Gavin Gardiner Limited, Hardham Mill Business Park, Mill Lane, Hardham, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1LA, company number 5703551. "Buyer’s Expenses" are any costs or expenses due to Gavin Gardiner Limited from the Buyer ; "Buyer’s Premium" is the commission payable by the Buyer on the Hammer Price at the rates set out in the Guide for Prospective Buyers; "Hammer Price" is the highest bid for the Property accepted by the auctioneer at the auction or the post auction sale price; "Purchase Price" is the Hammer Price plus applicable Buyer’s Premium and Buyer’s Expenses; "Reserve Price" (where applicable) is the minimum Hammer Price at which the Seller has agreed to sell a lot. The Buyer’s Premium, Buyer’s Expenses and Hammer Price are subject to VAT, where applicable.
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4. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY TO BUYERS (a) GG shall refund the Purchase Price to the Buyer in circumstances where it deems that the lot is a Counterfeit, subject to the terms of GG’s Authenticity Guarantee. (b) Subject to Condition 4(a), neither GG nor the Seller :(i) is liable for any errors or omissions in any oral or written information provided to Bidders by GG, whether negligent or otherwise;
(c) When available, written and telephone bidding is offered as a free service at the Bidder’s risk and subject to GG’s other commitments; GG is therefore not liable for failure to execute such bids. Telephone bidding may be recorded. 6. IMPORT, EXPORT AND COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS GG and the Seller make no representations or warranties as to whether any lot is subject to import, export or copyright restrictions. It is the Buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any copyright clearance or any necessary import, export or other licence required by law, including licenses required by law under the 1968 Firearms Act and Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).
(ii) gives any guarantee or warranty to Bidders and any implied warranties and conditions are excluded (save in so far as such obligations cannot be excluded by English law), other than the express warranties given by the Seller to the Buyer (for which the Seller is solely responsible) under the Conditions of Business for Sellers;
7. CONDUCT OF THE AUCTION
(iii) accepts responsibility to Bidders for acts or omissions (whether negligent or otherwise) by GG in connection with the conduct of auctions or for any matter relating to the sale of any lot.
(b) The auctioneer will commence and advance the bidding in such increments as (s)he considers appropriate and is entitled to place bids on the Seller’s behalf up to the Reserve Price for the lot, where applicable.
(c) Without prejudice to Condition 4(b), any claim against GG and/ or the Seller by a Bidder is limited to the Purchase Price for the relevant lot. Neither GG nor the Seller shall be liable for any indirect or consequential losses. (d) Nothing in Condition 4 shall exclude or limit the liability of GG or the Seller for death or personal injury caused by the negligent acts or omissions of GG or the Seller.
Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%
(a) The auctioneer has discretion to refuse bids, withdraw or re-offer lots for sale (including after the fall of the hammer) if (s)he believes that there may be an error or dispute, and may also take such other action as (s)he reasonably deems necessary.
(c) Subject to Condition 7(a), the contract between the Buyer and the Seller is concluded on the striking of the auctioneer's hammer. (d) Any post-auction sale of lots shall incorporate these Conditions of Business.
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8. PAYMENT AND COLLECTION
9. REMEDIES FOR NON-PAYMENT
10. FAILURE TO COLLECT PURCHASES
(a) Unless otherwise agreed in advance, payment of the Purchase Price is due in pounds sterling immediately after the auction (the "Payment Date").
Without prejudice to any rights that the Seller may have, if the Buyer without prior agreement fails to make payment for the lot within 5 working days of the auction, GG may in its sole discretion exercise 1 or more of the following remedies:-
(a) If the Buyer pays the Purchase Price but does not collect the lot within 20 working days of the auction, the lot will be stored at the Buyer's expense and risk at GG’s premises or in independent storage
(b) Title in a lot will not pass to the Buyer until GG has received the Purchase Price in cleared funds. GG will generally not release a lot to a Buyer before payment. Earlier release shall not affect passing of title or the Buyer's obligation to pay the Purchase Price, as above. (c) The refusal of any licence or permit required by law, as outlined in Condition 6, shall not affect the Buyer’s obligation to pay for the lot, as per Condition 8(a). (d) The Buyer must arrange collection of lots within 10 working days of the auction. Purchased lots are at the Buyer's risk from the earlier of (i) collection or release to a nominated carrier (ii) 10 working days after the auction. Until risk passes, GG will compensate the Buyer for any loss or damage to the lot up to a maximum of the Purchase Price actually paid by the Buyer. GG’s assumption of risk is subject to the exclusions detailed in Condition 5(d) of the Conditions of Business for Sellers. (e) All packing and handling of lots is at the Buyer's risk. GG will not be liable for any acts or omissions of third party packers or shippers.
(a) store the lot at its premises or elsewhere at the Buyer’s sole risk and expense; (b) cancel the sale of the lot; (c) set off any amounts owed to the Buyer by GG against any amounts owed to GG by the Buyer for the lot; (d) reject future bids from the Buyer ; (e) charge interest at 4% per annum above NatWest Bank Base Rate from the Payment Date to the date that the Purchase Price is received in cleared funds; (f) re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion, in which case the Buyer will be liable for any shortfall between the original Purchase Price and the amount achieved on re-sale, including all costs incurred in such re-sale; (g) Exercise a lien over any Buyer’s Property in GG’s possession, applying the sale proceeds to any amounts owed by the Buyer to GG. GG shall give the Buyer 14 days written notice before exercising such lien; (h) commence legal proceedings to recover the Purchase Price for the lot, plus interest and legal costs; (i) disclose the Buyer’s details to the Seller to enable the Seller to commence legal proceedings
(b) If a lot is paid for but uncollected within 6 months of the auction, following 60 days written notice to the Buyer, GG will re-sell the lot by auction or privately, with estimates and reserves at GG’s discretion. The sale proceeds, less all GG’s costs, will be forfeited unless collected by the Buyer within 2 years of the original auction. 11. DATA PROTECTION (a) GG will use information supplied by Bidders or otherwise obtained lawfully by GG for the provision of auction related services, client administration, marketing and as otherwise required by law. (b) By agreeing to these Conditions of Business, the Bidder agrees to the processing of their personal information and to the disclosure of such information to third parties world-wide for the purposes outlined in Condition 11(a) and to Sellers as per Condition 9(i). 12. MISCELLANEOUS (a) All images of lots, catalogue descriptions and all other materials produced by GG are the copyright of GG. (b) These Conditions of Business are not assignable by any Buyer without GG’s prior written consent, but are binding on Bidders' successors, assigns and representatives. (c) The materials listed in Condition 1(a) set out the entire agreement between the parties. (d) If any part of these Conditions of Business be held unenforceable, the remaining parts shall remain in full force and effect. (e) These Conditions of Business shall be interpreted in accordance with English Law, under the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts, in favour of GG.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS AND BUYERS Each auction is prepared in advance and is on public view at Sotheby’s saleroom for several days before the sale. A viewing pass is required for entry to the view and sale.
PRE-SALE EXHIBITION
PAYMENT
All auctions are on public view for at least two days prior to the sale.
CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS
CONDITION REPORTS
All lots are offered subject to Gavin Gardiner Limited’s Conditions of Business.
All prospective bidders are encouraged to attend the pre-sale exhibition and view the lots in person. If this is not possible, we will be pleased to provide a condition report where practical. All condition reports are provided in good faith. Buyers are reminded that it is their responsibility to satisfy themselves over the condition of lots. Please refer to Conditions of Business for further information.
Payment is due in sterling immediately after the sale and before purchases can be released. Payments in person can be made in the saleroom on the day of the auction. After this payments must be made by post, card transactions by telephone or electronic transfer to our bank. Gavin Gardiner Ltd. welcome the following methods of payment:
ESTIMATES AND RESERVES Estimates are published as a guide only and are subject to review. The actual hammer price of a lot may be higher or lower than the range of figures given and there are no predetermined starting prices. Estimates may be subject to revision. Published estimates are exclusive of buyer’s premium and VAT. All lots are subject to reserves. The reserve price is never higher than the low pre-sale estimate.
BUYER’S PREMIUM AND VAT A buyer’s premium of 25% is applicable on the first £100,000 and then 20% on amounts above this. The buyer’s premium is subject to VAT at the current standard rate (20%). Lots are normally offered for sale under the auctioneers margin scheme and VAT is payable on the buyers premium by all buyers. Lots marked with a dagger symbol † will be offered under normal UK VAT rules and VAT will be charged on both the hammer price and the buyers premium. Lots marked with a ‡ or Ω symbol has been imported from outside the EU to be sold at auction under temporary importation. VAT is applicable on the hammer price at the following rates: ‡ @ 5% Ω @ 20%
To bid with us you must register to obtain a bidding number. You will be asked to provide proof of identity. All lots sold will be invoiced to the name and address in which the paddle has been registered and will not be transferred to other names or addresses. If you instruct an agent to bid on your behalf, you will need to provide a letter of authority to this effect.
ABSENTEE BIDDING Gavin Gardiner Limited is pleased to execute bids on behalf of clients unable to attend the sale in person. All bids should be submitted in writing and in good time, at least 24 hours prior to the auction. Lots will be purchased as cheaply as possible (subject to other bids received, reserves and competition in the saleroom). It will be possible to arrange auction room telephone bidding, but subject always to the availability of lines and staffing. These services are offered free of charge and are subject to our Condition of Business.
ONLINE BIDDING
Standard rate VAT remains payable on the buyer’s premium by all buyers.
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BIDDING IN PERSON
The online bidding facility is provided by Invaluable for the convenience of our clients and is subject to Invaluable’s 5% surcharge for this service. Buyers not wishing to pay this surcharge should make every effort to attend the auction in person or to take advantage of the free Absentee Bidding service.
Please note each lot is subject to a Buyer’s Premium of 25% + VAT @20%
CREDIT/DEBIT CARD We are pleased to accept major credit cards (regrettably we are unable to accept American Express card payments), for which a surcharge will be made of 3% of the transaction total. This is to cover the charge made to us by our bank. There is no charge for payments made by debit card.
STERLING BANKER’S DRAFT OR BUILDING SOCIETY CHEQUE AND ELECTRONIC OR WIRE TRANSFER Drawn on a recognised UK bank or building society.
STERLING CHEQUE OR CASH Please not that we require seven days to clear sterling cheques where the amount exceeds the cheque card guarantee limit, unless special arrangements have been made with the auctioneer in advance of the sale (normally the presentation of a letter of guarantee from your bank). We always reserve the right to hold goods until a cheque is cleared. Cash payments will not be accepted above £6.000.
ELECTRONIC AND WIRE TRANSFERS Wire transfers can be made directly to our bank: National Westminster Bank Plc. 60 High Street Bognor Regis West Sussex PO21 1SL Sort Code: 60 03 08 Account Number : 74044397 Account Name: Gavin Gardiner Limited
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Gavin Gardiner Limited Auctioneers of Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Rifles and Accessories
COMMISSION BID SLIP Please send bids via email to info@gavingardiner.com at least 24 hours before the auction
FINE MODERN AND VINTAGE SPORTING GUNS 9 DECEMBER 2020 Please bid on my behalf for the following lot(s) up to the hammer price(s) written below, to be executed as cheaply as is permitted by other bids or reserves. I agree to be bound by the Conditions of Business applicable to this sale and agree to pay a buyer’s premium of 25% on the hammer price and any VAT or amounts in lieu of VAT which may be due on the buyer’s premium and hammer price(s). Please see Guide to Prospective Buyers in the catalogue.
LOT NO.
DESCRIPTION
BID IN £
All bids must be submitted in sterling excluding buyer’s premium and VAT. Please submit your bids as early as possible. In the event of identical bids, the earliest will take precidence. Bids should be submitted at least 24 hours before the auction. Please write clearly and check your bids carefully.
LOT NO.
DESCRIPTION
BID IN £
NAME (BLOCK LETTERS) ADDRESS (BLOCK LETTERS)
POST CODE:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
FAX NO.
EMAIL:
DATE:
SIGNATURE:
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GUIDE FOR ABSENTEE BIDDERS
TELEPHONE BIDS
Gavin Gardiner Limited is pleased to execute bids on behalf of clients unable to attend the sale in person. Please complete the bidding slip for this purpose printed in the back of the auction catalogue. All bids should be submitted in writing and in good time, at least 24 hours prior to the auction.
It will be possible to arrange auction room telephone bidding, but subject always to the availability of lines and staffing. This service is offered free of charge and is subject to our Conditions of Business. Please give us 24 hours notice of your intention to use this service.
Please record accurately the lot numbers, brief description and the maximum hammer price that you are willing to pay for each lot.
Please place your bids as early as possible, as in the event of identical bids being received, the earliest will take precedence. Please submit your bids at least 24 hours prior to the start of the auction. Bids placed by telephone are accepted at the caller’s risk and must be confirmed in writing either by letter or fax. We will try to purchase the lot(s) for you at the lowest price possible, and never for more than the maximum price that you indicate.
Please complete the bidding slip and clearly mark it “Telephone”. For further information please call the numbers published at the front of the auction catalogue.
“Buy” or unlimited bids will not be accepted. Bids should be placed in catalogue order.
GAVIN GARDINER LIMITED’S AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE If Gavin Gardiner Limited sells an item of Property which is later shown to be a “Counterfeit”, subject to the terms below Gavin Gardiner Limited will rescind the sale and refund the Buyer the total amount paid by the Buyer to Gavin Gardiner Limited for that Property, up to a maximum of the Purchase Price. The Guarantee lasts for one (1) year after the date of the relevant auction, is for the benefit of the Buyer only and is non-transferable. “Counterfeit” means an item of Property that in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion is an imitation created with the intent to deceive over the authorship, origin, date, age, period, culture or source, where the correct description of such matters is not included in the catalogue description for the Property. Property shall not be considered Counterfeit solely because of any damage and/or restoration and/or modification work (including, but not limited to, recolouring, refinishing or rebarreling). Please note that this Guarantee does not apply if either:(i) the catalogue description was in accordance with the generally accepted opinions of scholars and experts at the date of the sale, or the catalogue description indicated that there was a conflict of such opinions; or
(ii) the only method of establishing at the date of the sale that the item was a Counterfeit would have been by means of processes not then generally available or accepted, unreasonably expensive or impractical; or likely to have caused damage to or loss in value to the Property (in Gavin Gardiner Limited’s reasonable opinion); or (iii) there has been no material loss in value of the Property from its value had it accorded with its catalogue description. To claim under this Guarantee, the Buyer must:(i) notify Gavin Gardiner Limited in writing within one (1) month of receiving any information that causes the Buyer to question the authenticity or attribution of the Property, specifying the lot number, date of the auction at which it was purchased and the reasons why it is believed to be Counterfeit; and
Gavin Gardiner Limited has discretion to waive any of the above requirements. Gavin Gardiner Limited may require the Buyer to obtain at the Buyer's cost the reports of two independent and recognised experts in the relevant field and acceptable to Gavin Gardiner Limited. Gavin Gardiner Limited shall not be bound by any reports produced by the Buyer, and reserves the right to seek additional expert advice at its own expense. In the event Gavin Gardiner Limited decides to rescind the sale under this Guarantee, it may refund to the Buyer the reasonable costs of up to two mutually approved independent expert reports, provided always that the costs of such reports have been approved in advance and in writing by Gavin Gardiner Limited.
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