EM REILLY, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" Choked Mod/Full. 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey and has 60% scroll engraving coverage. 6 3/4lbs - cased without a label.

$3000

CHAS LANCASTER, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/2" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action is rose and scroll engraved with light to moderate case colors and has fine scroll engraving. 6lbs 10oz.

$3300

JOHN MCPHERSON & SONS, INVERNESS, BLE, 2", 28" Choked SK1/SK2, 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Modestly engraved action retains moderate to strong case colors and Southgate ejectors. Gun is very clean and tidy. 5lbs 11oz. This well crafted 2" gun has exceptional handling characteristics.

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$5000

JOHN MCPHERSON, INVERNESS, 2" BLE, "The 20th Century Gun" Sleeved, 27", gold in lay "For 2" case only" choked LtMod/LtMod. 14 1/4" highly figured wood to grooved butt. Action is decorated with very nice banner and scroll engraving and features quality Southgate ejectors. Just a wisper on the scale at 5lbs 7oz. Sure to make an incredible field gun.

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$3900

ARMY & NAVY, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Sk1/LtMod. 14 5/8" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey, finely engraved and is no. 2 of a pair- a gold 2 adorns both the barrels and forend. This gun is extremely well made and feels as if it opens and closes on ball bearings. Very wieldy at 6lbs 9oz.

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$3200

T. Bissel, LONDON, Trigger plate non-ejector. Seamlessly sleeved 2 1/2", IC/IMod. 14 1/8" lightly figured half pistol to checkered butt. Snap action underlever, double under bite with Rigby type rising bite on looped rib extension. Square peg cocking indicators, disc set strikers and pendulum safety. shallow framed action has gone grey with fine scroll engraving and fluted fences. Forend features profusely engraved rotary lever similar to what you might see on a double rifle - 7lbs. Exotic action sure to turn heads.

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$2400

GE LEWIS, B'HAM, BLNE, 2 3/4", 30" choked IC/Full. 14 3/8" half pistol, moderately figured wood with beautiful fiddle back grain. Action retains light to moderate case colors and maintains sharp engraving throughout. 7lbs 2oz. A fine fowler, clays or late season pheasant gun.

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$2600

KD RADCLIFFE, COLCHESTER, 16 Bore, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Cyl/IMod. 14 3/4" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains strong case colors, banner and scroll engraving and Southgate ejectors. 6lbs 3oz. A perfect sister to the 20 bore Radcliffe listed below and a great game gun.

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$3450

BELGIAN MADE, 16 Bore, SLE, 2 3/4", 27 1/2" concave file matte game rib with sling swivels choked LtMod/IMod. 14 1/2" moderate to highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Palm swell pistol grip with horn grip cap and slender beavertail forend. Basket weave checkering with relief oak leaf carved grip, forend and cheek piece. Bar action sidelock stocked to the fences with full coverage open scroll engraving. Features hidden third fastener, disc set strikers and articulated front trigger. 6lbs 13oz

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$3350

SW DIGBY, SHAFTESBURY, BLE, 2 1/2", sleeved 28" choked Sk1/Mod. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to black recoil pad. Full coverage banner and scroll engraving with carved ribanded fences on the famed Webley Screw Grip action with Southgate ejectors . 7lbs 3oz well balanced and perfect for the field or clay course.

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$2500

WR PAPE, NEWCASTLE, Sleeved, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Sk1/Sk1. 14 7/8" highly figured wood to checkered butt. Action has gone grey with beaded and arcade style relief carved fences. Another light weight 12 bore tipping the scales at 6lbs 2oz.

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$2500

GE LEWIS, BIRMINGHAM, Light weight Ariel Model, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/2" highly figured half pistol to black recoil pad. Nicely engraved action that has gone grey featuring a Greener style cross bolt 3rd bite and "Ariel" in gold inlay on top lever. This light weight model weighs in at an angelic 6lbs even.

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$2500

PURDEY, LONDON, 16 Bore, Ser#16,569, #3 of a garnish! 30" sleeved choked IC/Full. 14 1/8" highly figured wood to butt plate. Beesley self opening action retains strong case colors and sharp, fine London Best engraving. Articulated front trigger and disc set strikers. 6 1/4lbs. Cased with makers label.

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$22,000

Wm POWELL, BIRMINGHAM, BLE, 2 1/2" Absolutely stunning nitro proofed Damascus 29" choked IC/IMod. 14 1/2" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains slight traces of case color and this facinating action it built on the Powell 2991 patent featuring a flip UP top lever. Weighing in at 6lbs 5oz. and is so well balanced it feels as though it wields itself.

$3500

WILLIAM EVANS, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Sk1/Full. No. 2 of a pair, 14 1/2" moderately figured wood with strong fiddleback to checkered butt. Intercepting sears, action has gone grey with fine scoll and banner engraving. Light and lively at 6 1/4lbs cased in original, rather tatty canvas case with Evans label.

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$3600

MIDLAND, BIRMINGHAM, BLE, 2 3/4", 30" choked LtMod/IMod. 14 3/4" moderately figured wood to black recoil pad. Action retains sharp game scene engraved and moderated case colors and features high quality Southgate ejectors. 6lbs 15oz. A great clays or bird gun.

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$2600

ARMY NAVY, LONDON, SLNE, 2 1/2", sleeved 28" choked IC/IMod. 14 7/8" moderate to well figured wood to Silvers pad. Action lacks case color and has fine floral and scroll engraving. 6lbs 10oz. Cased - a handsome package.

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$4500

W.J. JEFFERY 20 gauge BLNE, 28" 2 3/4" choked IC/Mod 14 5/8 moderately figured wood to bake-a-lite plate , 13 1/2" lop to end of wood. Long elegant top lever, dolls head with banner and scroll engraving. Fast light gun, excellent handling. Cased in a canvas, leather bound case with a W.J. Jeffery label. 5lbs 10oz.

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$3500

WESTLEY RICHARDS, B'HAM, BLE, Sleeved, 2 1/2", 28" BARRELS, CHOKED IC/IMOD, nice moderate open scroll engraving. 14 1/4" highly figured wood with impressive fiddle back texture to checkered butt. A well balanced 6 lbs 12 oz

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$2400

CHURCHILL, LONDON, BLE, Ser# 1861 - no.1 of a pair. 2 1/2", 30" chopper lump barrels Choked Mod/Full. 14 7/8" highly figured wood to Silvers pad. Action maintains sharp engraving traces of case colors, hidden third fastener, beaded fences and Southgate ejectors. and perfect screws. 6lbs 11oz. Cased in a period leather and brass bound case, makers label with cleaning accessories.

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$4800

IMMAN MEFFERT, SUHL, 16 Bore Damascus, rebounding hammergun. 31" 2 1/2 choked Cyl/IC. 14 1/8" well figured wood with cheek piece and sling swivels, steel butt plate with trap door for carrying two extra shells. Action retains traces of case colors and has a wonderful patina. Sculpted fences and ornately carved hammers really set off this beautiful hammer gun. Front set trigger is fully functional and crisp. Very well balanced 7lbs.

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$2200

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM, BLE, 2 1/2", 28", IC/Mod, 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Action retains strong case colors, furniture and barrels are 99%. 6 1/4lbs. Extremely clean and tidy boxlock.

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$3000

SALTER & VARGE, LONDON, 16 Bore, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Cyl/Mod. 15" light to moderately figured wood to Silvers pad. Action retains strong case colors and is banner and scroll engraved. 6lbs 1oz. A very nice and clean sub gauge field gun.

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$3000

T BLAND, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", Nitro proved Damascus, 30" choked IC/Mod - beautiful pattern. 14 1/5" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Scroll backed action with fine scroll and pointing dogs, setter and pointer on trigger guard. 6lbs 5oz.

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$2750

COGSWELL AND HARRISON, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2" Seamlessly sleeved by Westley Richards, 30" choked IC/Full. 14 1/4" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Blackened assisted opening action with false side plates features full coverage scroll engraving. 6lbs 7oz

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$2500

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM, 2 barrel set, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Full/Full - 6lbs 12oz, 26" choked Full/Full - 6lbs 5oz. 14 5/8" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey and features Southgate ejectors. A lovely package - chokes just waiting to be customized.

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$2900

CHAS OSBORNE,LONDON BLNE, Seamlessly sleeved 2 1/2", 27" choked IC/Mod, 14 1/2" lightly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action banner and scroll engraved and action retains no case colors. 6lbs 7oz. A solid and well built shooter.

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$1400

T JACKSON, LONDON, 20 bore, round body, back action, rebounding hammer gun. Recently nitro proved Damascus with 2 3/4" chambers. Min wall left .028" right.032" choked IC/IC. Restocked 15 1/8" highly figured wood by Mark Crudgington, (son of English gun book author Ian Crudgington). Action has gone grey, furniture reblacked not long ago. 5lbs 6oz. A lovely small bore hammer - information re Mr. Jackson is included along with copies of his trade label.

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$4000

MORTIMER & SON, EDINBURGH, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choppper lump, choked IC/Full. 15 7/8" well figured wood to Silvers pad. Action retains moderate to strong case colors, top drawer sharp, full coverage scroll. Features sculpted action, beaded fences, gold plated internal parts and Southgate ejectors. This stunning piece tips the scales at 6 1/2lbs and it full weight comes to bear as it basks in its original case with makers label, accoutrements and outer case adornment proudly stating "His Highness Maharaja of Rewa". Rewa is a north central province in India famous for its white tigers and rich hunting history. This fine gun represents the English gun trades ability to produce a Best boxlock and one cant be too surprised it comes from a Scottish firm. This proud firms history begins in the mid 1700s, eventually absorbs Joeseph Harkom and is later taken over by John Dickson.

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$7200

WATSON BROS, LONDON, 28 bore, 2 1/2" nitro proofed Damascus, 26" choked Sk1/Mod. 14" highly figured wood to checkered butt. Action retains weak case colors and sharp engraving. This little gem weighs 4lbs 15oz and slumbers in its original case with makers label and accessories.

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$7200

JOSEPH HARKOM, EDINBURGH, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" Nitro proofed Damascus choked Cyl/Full - browned not long ago. Min wall .022" and .024". Half pistol with horn grip cap, 14 3/4" stunning highly figured wood with strong fiddle back texture including 1/2" wood extension with grooved butt. Unique terraced and highly sculpted action retains weak case colors and is completely covered in breath taking fine scroll engraving. Beautifully balanced in the hand the gun weighs 6 1/2lbs. This action stands out in any gun rack and is begging for an article on its unique action. The entire gun - lock stock and barrels stands as a work of art and exemplify the prolific design explosion before the turn of the 19th century and only adds to list of outstanding gun producers of Scotland.

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$6000

CHARLES BOSWELL, LONDON, 16 bore, Sleeved, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked IC/IMod. 14 1/2" highly figured wood to black recoil pad. Fancy backed action gone grey with game scenes featuring pheasants and grouse. Southgate ejectors and gun number "1" in gold of pair only add to the list of quality this fine gun represents. A wisker under 6lbs.

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$3700

JA SCOTCHER, ST EDMUNDS, BLNE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Mod/Full. 14 5/8" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains weak to moderate case colors and is of exceptional high quality being a Webley Screw grip with intercepting sears and disc set strikers. Engraving is fine and delicate. 6 1/2lbs. According to Boothroyds Directory only 9 Scotcher guns are known to exist.

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$2850

B NORMAN,FRAMLINGHAM, Rebounding sidelock hammer gun. Seamlessly sleeved 30" choked LtMOd/IMod. 14 3/8" Moderate to highly figured wood to beautifully engraved skeletal butt plate. A homemade leather pad also is included that brings lop to 15 1/8". Action retains case colors and the engraving must be seen to be truly appreciated - it is absolutely stunning London Best fine banner, rose and scroll engraving and a Jones underlever provides access to the 2 3/4" chambers. At 6 3/4lbs this fine hammer gun is well suited to the field or clays course. History on Mr. Norman is also included.

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$4300

W&C SCOTT, B'HAM, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" Nitro proved Damascus, choked Cyl/Mod. 14 3/8" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Scaloped action has gone grey - features bolstered, beaded fences and third bite. 6lbs 10oz.

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$1900

JOESEPH LANG, LONDON, Snap action, trigger plate non-ejector. Seamlessly sleeved, 2 1/2",28" choked Mod/IMod. 14 3/8" moderate to highly figured wood to 1/2" checkered horn butt plate. False sideplates with fine rose and scroll engraving, deeply carved fences, pendulum safety and of course the snap action underlever makes this gun stand out of any gun rack. Exceptionally fine handling piece weighing 6lbs 5oz. No. 2 of a pair.

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$3200

GE LEWIS, BIRMINGHAM, 16ga, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked IC/IMod. 15" well figured wood to black recoil pad. Action has gone grey with worn engraving on trigger guard and bottom plate. Well balance and light weight at just under 5 3/4lbs.

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$2550

W&C SCOTT AND SON, BIRMINGHAM, 12 bore percussion gun. 32" Damascus barrels choked Cyl/Cyl with original ram rod and worm cap. 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to steel butt plate. No cracks splits or repairs and action is headed up properly. Action modestly engraved. 7 3/4lbs - a sound functional percussion gun.

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$1000

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM 701 series, BLE, 2 3/4", 3 1/4 ton proof, 30" choked LMod/Full. 14 1/4" moderately figured wood to black recoil pad. Action retains nearly all original case colors, sharp crisp engraving and all lettering is gold washed. Southgate ejectors. 6 3/4lbs.

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$3000

T WILD, B'HAM, 16 bore BLE, 26" choked IC/Mod. 14 3/4" light to moderately figured wood to checkered butt. Action has gone grey with lovely engraving, niter blued pins and Southgate ejectors. 6lbs even - a fantastic field gun.

$3800

W PALMER JONES, BIRMINGHAM, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Sk2/IMod. 14 1/8" moderately figured wood to black recoil pad. Action retains case colors with lovely scroll engraving, beaded fences and Greener style third fastener and features the Southgate ejector system found on London Best guns. 6 1/2lbs a quality boxlock.

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$2350

MIDLAND, BIRMINGHAM, "Heavy Breach" Single barrel ejector, central hammer, 3", 34"! choked full. 14 5/8" lightly figured wood with nice fiddle back texture. Action is scroll engraved and has gone grey. Weighs in at just a hair over 7 1/4lbs and with respect to turkeys and water fowl represents the long arm of the law.

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$800

DB CROCKART, SCOTLAND, BLE, nicely sleeved, 2 1/2", 28" Choked IC/Mod. 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to original horn butt plate. Robust action with sharp engraving has gone grey. Blacking to furniture and barrels picked up not long ago. 6 3/4lbs. A sound serviceable piece from a well respected maker/shooter from Scotland.

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$2100

WESTLEY RICHARDS, COPY - JAPAN I have come across a copy of a Westley Richards single trigger drop lock. I believe the gun to have originated in Japan based on the only marking on the action flats. The barrels for a variety of reasons have left them too thin to shoot - min wall of .009" and sleeving is needed perhaps a set of Briley inserts. The copy is an excellent one and separate from the engraving and lack of proof marks I could not tell you this was a fake. All tolerances and stock dimensions are outstanding in every way. 29" engraved tubes, 14 1/8" highly figure wood with strong fiddle back to horn butt plate. Action is fully engraved retaining weak case colors and features a Westley single selective trigger and hinged floor plate - action is need of re-jointing 6lbs 5 oz.

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$2200

WM FORD, B'HAM, BLE, 3" proofed for 1 1/2oz. 27" flat topped filed matte rib choked Cyl/Full. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Bolstered action retains traces of case colors and features fine scroll work and game scenes. 7 1/4lbs

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$3000

WESTLEY RICHARDS, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", Sleeved 27" choked IC/Mod. 14 3/8" moderate to highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action is boarder engrave and lacks case color. 6lb 6oz. Yet another sound Westley.

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$2250

PARKER, USA, 16ga, VH, #1 frame, 2 3/4", 28" choked Sk2/Mod. 14 1/8" straight grained wood to Parker butt plate. Action has gone grey. Barrels have been re-blacked recently and stock refinished. 6lbs 9oz.

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$1800

ARRIETA, SPAIN, SLE, MODEL 871, 2", 2 barrel set. Chopper lump barrels measue 28" choked Sk1/Mod, 29" choked IC/Sk2. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to leather covered pad. Rounded silvered action with hand detachable locks, articulated front trigger and disc set strikers. 6lbs 2oz. and includes a custom leather case to accommodate the entire package. The winner of this fine item receives a free case of 2" shells.

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$7900

MERKEL, GERMANY BLE, 2 1/2" 2 barrel set. 27 1/2" choked IC/IMod, 29 1/2" choked Mod/Full. 14 5/8" highly figured wood with fine checkering and ebony drop point inlays and checkered side panels. Action is grey with profuse Germanic oak leaf and game scene engraving depicting grouse, pheasant and hare. Scalloped action with intercepting sears, clipped fences, cross bolt, cocking indicators, articulated front trigger and horn trigger guard. 6 3/4lbs. The finest German gun to grace this page in a long time.

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$6900

E ROBERTS, B'HAM, Sidelock rebounding hammer gun. 2 1/2", 30" nitro steel barres, choked Imod/Imod. 14 1/2" lightly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains moderate to strong original case colors and features boarder engraving and Greener style cross bolt. 6 1/2lbs.

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$1900

WESTLEY RICHARDS, LONDON, BLE, sleeved, 2 1/2", 27" choked IC/Mod. 14 7/8" moderately figured wood with some fiddle back grain. Includes 1" wood extension. Action has gone grey and weighs in at a lively 6 1/4lbs

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$2900

T WILD, B'HAM, Round body back action hammer gun. 2 1/2" fluid steel nitro proofed 28" choked Cyl/Full. 14 1/4" straight grained wood to recoil pad. Action has gone grey and retains light to moderate case colors. 6lbs 14oz. A sound and functional entry level hammer gun.

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$1400

JOESEPH LANG, LONDON, BLNE, trigger plate action with snap underlever. 2 1/2" Sleeved 28" choked Mod/Full. 14 3/8" insanely figured wood to grooved horn butt plate. Action features blackened side plates with London best fine rose and scroll work, gold cocking indicators and skeletal grip, holey snap lever and pendulum auto safety. Just under 7lbs. A very unique shotgun built in a transitional period between hammer and hammerless guns.

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$3200

PARKER HALE, B'HAM 1861 .577 re-introduced black powder, single shot purcusion rifle. Musketoon model and weighs 7 lbs.

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$450

GECO, GERMANY BLNE, 2 3/4" c.1955. 28" concave filed game rib choked Imod/Full. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to checkered butt plate with cheek piece. Action retains much original case colors and features cocking indicators and Greener style cross bolt. 7lbs includes sling swivels and is exceptionally clean.

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$1500

EM REILLY, LONDON, SLNE, sleeved, 2 1/2", 28" choked Mod/Full. 15 1/8" highly figured wood which includes 1 1/4" recoil pad. Back action sidelock retains weak to moderate case coloring and sharp banner and scroll engraving. 7lbs. A finely crafted long range side arm well suited for the crafty ditch parrot.

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$3500

SKIMIN & WOOD, B'HAM, BLNE, 2 3/4", Nitro proofed for 1 1/4oz. 30" with filed matte rib, choked LtMod/Full. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to recoil pad. Action has gone grey with a natural patina with traces of case coloring in the nooks and crannies. Features include sideclips and Greener cross bolt. 8lbs 2oz! This hand cannon is sure to reduce recoil with any appropriate load. A fine fowler, pigeon or even clays gun.

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$3000

WJ JEFFREY, LONDON, 20 bore, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" choked Cyl/Mod. 14 5/8 moderately figured wood to checkered butt - includes 1 3/8 wood extension. Action retains moderate to strong case colors and sharp banner and scroll engraving. At 5 1/4lbs this makes an outstanding field gun.

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$3800

WESTLEY RICHARDS, B'HAM,LONDON, Sleeved, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Full/Full. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone gray with a dark patina with sharp scroll engraving. 6 3/4lbs.

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$2750

GALLYON & SON, CAMBRIDGE, BLE, 2 1/2" 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/8" highly figured wood to checkered butt. Scroll back action retains weak case colors also with rose and scroll engraving. 6lbs 6oz. In canvas case with makers label.

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$3200

HARRISON & HUSSEY, LONDON, SLE, 2 1/2", 30" Choked IC/IMod - min wall .020". 14 3/4" highly figured wood to recoil pad. Bar action retains moderate case colors and displays London Best scroll engraving. 6lbs 10oz.

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$6000

WINCHESTER, MOD 12, CUSTOM 16, 2 3/4", 27" solid matte rib, Choked Full, 14 1/2" straight stocked - cylindrical shucker, highly figured wood to rubber recoil pad. Action has lovely open scroll and game scenes, pheasants and dogs. 7lbs

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$2700

JOHN DICKSON, EDINBURGH, HAMMER GUN, 2 1/2", 29" Steel barrels choked Cyl/Mod. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to leather covered pad. Rebounding hammers on a rounded, lightened frame retaining traces of case colors. 6 1/2lbs outstanding balance - resting in a vintage leather case with accessories, makers label and xerox from Dicksons ledger regarding this fine gun.

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$7300

HOLLAND AND HOLLAND, LONDON, Original condition 3", .500 BPE double rifle hammer gun. Ser# 5891, 28" with one permenant and 2 leaf sights with platinum sight lines. Rifilng is absolutely stunning. 14 1/2" well figured wood to checkered horn butt plate. Screws are excellent and the wood to metal fit is breath taking. Action retains original patina and traces of case coloring. Engraving remains sharp throughout, hammers are tight even the checkering on the hammers remains sharp to the touch. Jones underlever is snug and tight and absolutely no hint of play in the action with the forend off. Hammer movement is sharp and crisp. This gun is in original condition and has not been messed with. This 9lb. Holland resides comfortably in a Holland and Holland double oak and leather two tiered carriage case.

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$14,000

TC MARTIN, MANCHESTER, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" Sir J Whitworth's patent fluid steel tubes choked Cyl/Full. 15" moderately figured wood with with fiddle back texture - includes 1 1/8" wood extension. Action has gone grey and displays fine London Best scroll engraving, carved fences and third fastener. Mercy sakes - weighs in at 6lbs 2oz, outstanding balance and will make a prized field gun.

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$3400

CHAS OSBOURNE, LONDON, BLNE, Original 2 3/4" 3 1/4 ton proof. 30" choked Cyl/IMod. 14 1/2" lightly figured wood to grooved butt. Action exhudes fully renewed case colors and third fastener. 6lbs 7oz.

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$2800

J NEEDHAM, B'HAM 16 bore, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" filed game rib choked Sk1/Full. 14 1/2" lightly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains virtually all its original case coloring and overall the gun appears to have just come out of the closet after being stored for the last 65 years, not a handling mark worth mentioning and the checkering is fresh as a daisy. 6 1/4lbs

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$3300

BROWNING, JAPAN BT-99 Single barrel trap gun, 34" ported and choked Mod. 14 5/8" highly figured wood with adjustable comb and butt pad - beavertail forend. Silver action with pigeons and open scroll engraving. 8 1/2lbs

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$1100

WESTLEY RICHARDS, B'HAM, LONDON, 16 bore, 2 1/2", Sleeved and re-proved in 1972. 26 1/2" uncut choked .007" and .012". 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to black recoil pad. Classic Westley gold name boxlock with no case colors. Outstanding balance and just a wisper in the hands at 5 3/4lbs.

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$3100

J ANDERSON, MALTON, YORKS Hammer gun, 2 1/2", nitro proofed, 30" steel barrels choked Cyl/IMod. 14" lightly figured wood to grooved horn butt plate.Bar action sidelock with Greener syle cross bolt. Action has gone grey. 6 1/2lbs.

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$1650

KIMBER,GRADE 2 20 bore, SLE, 3", 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to checkered butt. Case colored action with hand detatchable locks, cocking idicators and articulated front trigger. 6 1/2lbs in a new canvas and leather case

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$3950

ORVIS CUSTOM, ARRIETTA 20 bore, SLE, 2 3/4", 26" choked Cyl/Lt Mod. 13 7/8" highly figured wood to checkered butt. Coin finish action with hand detatchable locks, disk set strikers and articulated front trigger. Beautifully balance and a breath under 6lbs.

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$3500

MIDLAND, B'HAM, "Favorite" fowling model. BLNE,16 bore, 3", 30" file cut game rib, choked Sk1/IC, 15 1/4" highly figured wood with checkered side panels and drop points. Action has gone grey and features a Greener style cross bolt. 6 3/4". Rare to find this model in a sub gauge with a straight grip.

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$2900

ARMY & NAVY CSL, LONDON, 16 Bore single barrel back action rebounding hammer gun. 2 1/2", 30" ribless Nitro steel barrel with Cyl choke.14 1/4" moderately figured wood to a freshly blacked steel butt plate. The action features a Jones underlever fastener, a rebounding back action lock, and is border engraved. All action parts have recently been beautifully re-case colored and the barrel and trigger guard have been recently blacked. 5 lbs 9 oz.A wonderfully lithe little 16 bore, freshened and ready for the field -stores neatly in its original canvas case.

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$2500

CHURCHILL, LONDON, Reagle model, BLE, 2 3/4", 27" Choked SK1/LtMod with classic Churchill rib. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to leather covered pad featuring side pannels and drop points. Lightweight scroll back action with beaded fences, fine banner and scroll engraving and it is impossible to overlook the seven rose and floral bouqets adorning this fine action. A true field gun weighing in at 6lbs 4oz. Rests comfortably in its leather bound Churchill case.

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$6800

THOMAS BLAND, LONDON 16 bore SLE, 2 3/4", 28" re-barreled by Pachmyer, choked IC/Mod. 14 1/2 highly figured wood to Silver style pad - a few repairs have been made to the forend wood. Bar action with beaded fences retains much of its original case colors with fine English floral and scroll engraving. 6lbs. A well balanced 16ga fairly priced.

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$4200

JOHN WILKES, LONDON, 16 bore, 2 1/2", 28" seemlessly sleeved choked Mod/IMod. 15" well figured wood with 3/4" wood extension. London best rose and scroll engraving from this highly respected maker. This bar action sidelock also features disc set strikers and Southgate ejector system. 6lbs 2oz. and beautifully balanced.

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$6200

JOHN DICKSON, EDINBURGH, BLE, 2 3/4" Proofed at 3 1/4 ton, 28" choked IC/Imod. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey and features Southgate ejectors. 6lbs 10oz. A fine opportunity to own your first Dickson.

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$2800

J BLANCH & SON, LONDON, BLE, 28", 3" 3 1/2 TON proofed!, 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/4 lightly figured wood to checkered butt. Robust action retains traces of case colors and continues to sport sharp engraving throughout. Wide re-inforced dolls head, Southgate ejectors and lever latch forend lever one would expect to find on a double rifle. 6 3/4lbs In original leg o mutten case. Exceptional pigeon or fowling piece.

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$3400

COGSWELL & HARRISON, LONDON SLNE, 2 3/4", seamlessly sleeved 26" choked Cyl/IMod. 14 5/8" lightly figured wood with strong fiddle back to horn butt plate. Stunning patent 761 dipped edge sidelock with gold cocking indicators and intercepting sears and reverse safety. 6 1/2lbs A beautiful Coggy built around a WC Scott action.

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$3300

WC CARSWELL, LIVERPOOL, BLE, 2 1/2", 27" swamped rib, choked Cyl/IMod - light marks in left bore. 14 1/2 lightly figured wood with fiddle back grain to grooved butt. Action retains moderate case colors and sharp engraving - gun #2 of a pair - 6lbs even.

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$2200

COGSWELL & HARRISON, LONDON, 20 bore, BLE, 2 3/4", 28" choked Cyl/Full, 14 1/4" half pistol lite to moderately figured wood. Banner and scroll engraving and action retains much of its original case coloring. 5 3/4lbs and includes a certificate of origin from Cogwell and Harrison.

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$3800

A. TURNER, SHEFFIELD, BLE, 2 1/2", Churchill rib 26" choked Sk1/IMod. 14 1/2" moderate to well figured wood to horn butt plate. Modest banner and scroll engraving retaining moderate case colors. 6lbs 5oz - another fine light weight field gun resting quietly in its original canvas case with makers label.

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HENRY MONK, CHESTER, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" Choked Cyl/Mod. 14 3/8" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains moderate case colors and sharp engraving. 6 1/2lbs.

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$2100

WR PAPE, NEW CASTLE UPON TYNE, BLE, 2 1/2", Nitro proved Damascus - georgous 29" barrels choked IC/Full. 14 1/8" well figured wood to Silvers pad. Action features automatic Greener side safety, has grey with weak traces of case color and is game scene engraved showcasing Setter and pheasants, English Pointer and grey partidge, and woodcock. 6lbs 10oz. A beautiful Damascus shooter in original case with makers label.

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W. RICHARDS, LIVERPOOL, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" SK1/IMod, 14 3/8" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Bold acanthus scroll and oak leaf engraving on an action retaining virtually all its original case coloring. Very light weighing in at 6lbs 2oz.

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$2900

HOLLAND & HOLLAND, LONDON, Royal SLE, 2 1/2", Sleeved, 26" choked SK1/LtMod. 14 5/8" highly figured wood to horn butt plate - stock cast for central vision. Action has gone grey and features London best rose and scroll work. 6lbs 14oz.

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$3800

SIG ARMS, LL BEAN, NEW ENGLANDER, O/U 20 bore, 3", 28" with assorted choke tubes. 14 1/4" moderately figred half pistol to black recoil pad. 6 1/4lbs in a nice aluminum Sig Arms case

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E WILSON, NORWICH, Rebounding hammergun, 2 3/4" , 30" 2005 nitro proved Damascus. 15" moderately figured wood to leather covered pad. Round body back action with niter blued lock plates and hammers. Gun has been refurbished and completely gone through by Delbert Whitman (late of Rigby's) and is clean and tidy. 6 3/4lbs. This gun has the fine distinction of resting in the collection of Cyril Adams of Texas.

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$2200

COGSWELL AND HARRISON, LONDON BLE, 2 1/2", 30" Choked Sk1/Lt Mod. 14 5/8" figured wood to grooved butt. This assisted opening, sideplated boxlock has gone to grey - furniture and barrels reblacked not long ago. 6lbs 10oz. This gun is ready for the field.

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$1950

WW GREENER, LONDON, 28 bore, steel barreled hammergun, 2 1/2, 27" choked Cyl/Mod. 13 7/8" moderately figured half pistol to checkered butt. Name engraved action with moderate to strong case colors. 5lbs even - A rare bird for sure.

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$5800

CW ANDREWS, LONDON 20ga hammergun. c.1897, 2 1/2", 28" Nitro proved Damascus, choked Cyl/LtMod. 13 1/2" lightly to moderately figured wood to horn butt plate - 13 1/4" lop without butt plate. Stunningly sharp, game scene engraving with lovely original case colors. Weighs in at just over 5 1/2lbs and tight as a tick.

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$2800

WATSON BROS, LONDON, Pigeon Hammer Gun, 2 3/4" recent reproof, 30" steel barrels choked IC/Full with flat top file matte rib. 14 3/4" lightly figured wood to Silvers pad. Back action sidelock with clipped fences and rebounding hammers. Action retains crisp engraving and weak to moderate case colors. 7 1/2lbs. A well built work horse that locks up tight with the forend off.

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$2800

WESTLEY RICHARDS, LONDON, 16 bore, BLE, Westely Richards Gold Name, 2 1/2", 28" choked Sk1/Full. 15 1/8" well figured wood with 2" extremely well matched London extension with grooved butt. Stock head reinforced and solid. Action retains weak to moderated case colors. 5lbs 14oz.

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$2600

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM, LONDON 20 bore, BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" Choked Cyl/Full. 14 1/2" well figured wood to black recoil pad. Screw grip action retains nearly all case colors and features third fastener and disc set srtikers. A breath under 6lbs and a joy to wield.

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$3800

WJ JEFFREY, LONDON, BLE 2 1/2", 28" Choked Sk1/Full rebarreld by Charles Francis and Son. 14 1/4" mod-highly figured wood to black recoil pad. Action retains week case colors and exhibits London Best rose and scroll work. This high quality action utilizes intercepting sears and disc set strikers. Lovely gun weighing in at a well balanced 6 1/2lbs

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$2800

BELGIAN BROWNING, SER# 28224, Custom upgrade by Angelo Bee. 30" choked Mod/Full. 14 3/8" highly figured wood to Browning butt plate - flat knob long tang. Midas like action featuring gold inlaid pheasants, ducks, woodcock and gouse and fully engraved with floral and scroll. 7 1/2lbs in original Browning hard case. A quick Google search with reveal much of Mr. Bee's fine work to date and I would also add this gun belongs to a motivated seller.

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$6500

W. Richards, Liverpool, BLNE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Cyl/Mod. 14 1/2", checkered side panels, highly figured wood to Silvers pad. Action has gone grey and stands out as a top drawer boxlock due the breath taking floral and scroll engraving - stunning! A hair under 6 1/2lbs.

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$2900

SIMPSON, SUHL, BLNE, 2 3/4", 30" Choked Sk1,Sk2. 14 5/8" lightly figured wood to leather covered pad. Action is blacked and features Greener style cross bolt and intercepting sears. 6 3/4lbs. Includes sling swivels.

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$1100

JP SAUER, SUHL, BLNE, 2 1/2", c.Dec. 1935.28" filed matte rib, choked Full, Full. Action retains hints of case coloring and features Greener style cross bolt and cocking indicators. 14 3/4"lightly figured wood to leather covered pad and uses Prince of Wales style grip with grip cap. 6 3/4lbs. Solid well made boxlock with many years of service remaining.

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$1500

WW GREENER, LONDON, B'ham 16 bore, BLNE, D20 grade, 2 1/2", 30" choked Sk1/Sk2. 14 3/4" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Crisp Greener manual side safety, modest border engraving retaining weak to moderate case colors. 6 1/4lbs. Nice honest gun from a well respected maker.

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$2200

ADAMS & CO., LONDON, SLNE, Unusual variant of Perkes Patent no. 1968 from 1878, round body sidlelock - "The Reliance". 2 1/2", 29" nitro proofed Damascus choked Cyl/IMod. 14 1/4" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey and features round body, dipped edge lock plates, gas checks, crisp fine scroll and banner engraving, push button forend utilizing roller wheels to engage cocking dogs - very cool. Just under 6 1/2lbs. A breath of fresh air to all who are lucky engough to wield her -

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$3000

BELGIAN BROWNING O/U Midas Grade, c.1976, .410, 26" choked Mod/Full. Flat knob long tang, 14 1/2" highly figured wood to original butt plate. Inlays by Kowalski, engraving by Bleub. 6 1/2lbs. Gun is in imaculate condition and appears to have been fired only a few times, in Browning hard case.

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$13,500

BROWNING O/U Citori Grade 6, 28ga, 26" choked IC/Mod. 14 3/8" well figured wood to original Browning butt plate. Action features gold inlaid game scenes. 6 1/2 lbs.

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BELGIAN BROWNING, O/U .410 Pigeon Grade, c.1970, skeet forend, 28" choked SK1/SK1. 14 3/8" mod-highly figured wood to recoil pad. Classic Pigeon grade engraving. 7lbs in Browing hard case.

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$4000

HARDY BROS., ALNWICK BLE, Seemlessly sleeved, 2 3/4", 28" choked IC/Mod., 15 1/4" moderately figured wood to checkered butt. Action has gone grey and is covered with fine scroll work. 6 3/4lbs in a vintage canvas case.

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$2400

T. STENSBY, MANCHESTER, BLE, Gun #2 of a pair. 2 1/2", 28" choked IC/IMod, 14 3/8" highly figured wood to rubber recoil pad. Action retains moderate to strong case colors with lovely banner and scroll engraving, beaded fences and Southgate ejectors. 6 1/2lbs in its original leather case with makers label.

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$2400

AYA #2, SLE, 20 bore, 2 3/4", 28" choked Cyl/LMod., 15" lightly figured wood to black clays pad. Action retains nearly all case colors and features articulated front trigger, cocking indicators, disc set strikers and hand detatchable locks. 6lbs 2oz. A nice handling AYA.

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BERETTA, 686 Quail Unlimited, 20ga, 3", 28" with choke tubes, 14 1/2" moderately figured wood with nice fiddle back texture to black recoil pad. Blackend action with gold quail accents. 6lbs 4oz. Includes hard case and 5 choke tubes.

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BROWNING CITORI, FEATHER XS, 20ga, O/U 2 3/4", 30" with invector choke tube array (6). 15" moderately figured wood with strong fiddle back grain to black recoil pad. Action modestly engraved with gold accents. In original box with extra trigger set. 6lbs 7oz. In excellent condition.

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$1750

UGARTACHEA, SPAIN, Upland Classic, grade 4 SLE, 28" choked IC/Mod with Churchill style rib. 14 /3/8" moderately figured wood with nice fiddle back to checkered butt. Action retains full case colors and very minor handling marks - gun has been shot very little. 7 1/4lbs.

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$1975

CHAS. BOSWELL, LONDON, 2 1/2", BLNE, sleeved and re-proved in 1977, 28" choked ltMod/IMod. 14 1/4" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Lovely fine scroll and floral engraving on a Westley Richards action that has gone grey. 6lbs. 6oz. Stunning boxlock, and answers the question why Boswell was famous for his guns throughout the commonwealth countries.

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$2950

MIDLAND GUN CO., B'HAM, BLNE, ZEPHYR, 16 bore, reproofed 2 3/4", 30" choked IC/Full with swamped rib. 14 3/4" highly figured wood to black recoil pad. Bolstered and scalloped action featuring sideclips and Greener style cross bolt. Case coloring recently renewed. A hair under 6lbs at 5lbs 15oz. Literature referencing the Zepher model will be included.

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$2650

GRULLA, EIBAR, 215K model, 20ga, 3", SLE. 28" choked IC/MOD. 14 3/4" light to moderately figured wood to trim, black recoil pad. Coin finished hand engraved receiver stocked to the fences with intercepting sears. 6lbs. Gun has seen very little use with top lever way to the right.

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$3800

ARMY & NAVY, LONDON BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" barrels choked Cyl, L. Mod.14 3/8" Highly figured wood with nice fiddle back pattern to a checkered butt. Crisp banner engraving and strong case colors on an action which features intercepting sears. A good handling boxlock from a storied london firm. 6 lbs. 5oz. Extremely well balance. Includes a vintage leg o' mutton case.

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$2650

WATSON BROS, LONDON, 16 Bore, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" Cyl, Mod. 13 7/8" moderatly figured wood to a 3/4" silvers pad. Nice banner and scroll engraving on an action which retains traces of case color. 5 3/4 lbs. A nimble little 16 bore from a firm known for their small bores. Cased in a period canvas case.

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$2900

LACOUTURE, LYON FRANCE Belgian made BLNE. 2 1/2", 27 1/2" barrels choked IC, Mod. 14 1/8" lightly figured pistol grip stock to a grooved horn butt plate. Pistol grip is fitted with an engraved metal cap.The sparingly engraved action has gone to grey and features arcaded fences, side clips, and hidden third fastener. A lovely little continetal boxlock. 6 1/2lbs

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$1500

WEBLEY AND SCOTT LTD, B'HAM Model 700 BLE made in 1962. 2 3/4", 28" choked IC, Full. 14 3/4" lightly figured wood to a grooved butt. Action is nicely scroll engraved and retains much of the original case coloring. This gun shows only light use and includes the original canvas case with accessories, as well as the original hang tag and sales reciept. 6 1/2 lbs.

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$3000

WR PAPE, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE BLNE, 2 3/4", 30" barrels proofed at 3 1/4 tons for 1 1/4 ounce loads; choked IC, Full.14 3/8" pistol grip stock to a grooved butt. Border engraved action has gone to grey and features side clips and a hidden third fastener. A very solid and well built fowler by a highly regarded provincal maker. 7lbs 5oz.

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$1950

EBRALL BROS, SHREWSBURY, 16 Bore, single barrel back action rebounding hammer gun. Beautiful 30" ribless Nitro damascus with octagonal breech, choked Sk1. 14 1/2" lightly figured wood to grooved butt. Action is border engraved and retains light case coloring. 4 3/4 lbs! Well balanced and feather light; for those who don't require a second shot.

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$1300

MIDLAND GUN CO, B'HAM BLNE, 2 1/2", 30" choked Cyl, Full. 14 1/8" lightly figured wood to a 3/4" silvers pad. Modestly scroll engraved action that retains traces of case coloring. 6 3/4 lbs. A well put together B'ham boxlock.

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$1450

UGARECHEA, SPAIN, 28 Bore, BLE, 2 3/4", 28" choked Mod, Full. 15 3/8" modestly figured wood to a checkered butt. Action features disk set strikers and tasteful scroll engraving with nearly all original case coloring. 6 1/4 lbs. Perfect for chasing chukars and moutain grouse over rough ground, or for inclement days when it's best to leave the Parker in the pickup.

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$1600

ALFRED LANCASTER, LONDON BLNE, 2 1/2", 28" seemlessly sleeved barrels choked Sk2, Full. 14 1/2" well figured wood to a checkered butt. Includes a 3/4" wood extension. The gun is currently set up for a left handed shooter. The stunning action is well covered in lovely rose and scroll engraving and features carved fences, intercepting sears, and a dolls head third fastener. 6 1/2 lbs. A wonderful London boxlock just waiting to be carried afield.

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$2900

ITHACA / SKB MODEL 200E 20 bore BLE, 2 3/4" 25" choked IC, Mod. 12 1/2" modestly figured pistol grip stock to a 1" white line pad. Beaver tail forewood, SST. 6 lbs. Perfect as a childs first gun or for a smaller lady.

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$400

BELGIAN BROWNING A classic standard weight "surperposed" ready for the duck blind . 3" chambers, 30" barrels choked Full/Full. Gold washed single selective trigger. 14 1/4" lightly figured semi pistol grip stock to a 1" white line pad. Blued action with hand cut scroll engraving. A breath under 8 lbs.

$850

EJ CHURCHILL, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" barrels choked L. Mod, Full. 14 1/4" moderately figured wood to a 1/2" rubber recoil pad. The action retains bold case colors, sharp banner and scroll engraving, and features a hidden third fastener. Pleasing to the hand as well as the eye. 6 1/2 lbs

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$3900

ARMY & NAVY, LONDON, 20 bore, BLNE, c.1920, 2 3/4"- re-proofed in 2001, 28" choked Cyl/Mod. 14 7/8" highly figured wood to leather cover pad. Action has strong case coloring and screws are perfect. 5 1/2lbs. In its original canvas case with makers label. This gun was made by Webley and Scott and photocopies of the ledger are included.

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$4300

AYA, No 53 16ga, 2 3/4", 27" choked IC/Mod with filed matte rib. Pistol grip- beavertail forend 14" well figured wood to Pachmyr recoil pad - 13 1/8" to end of wood. Coin finished receiver with full coverage floral and scroll engraving, single selective trigger, side clips and hidden third fastener. 6 3/4lbs. Beautiful AYA in outstanding conditon.

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$3650

CHAS. OSBOURNE, LONDON Sleeved and re-proofed in Birmingham in 1984. 2 1/2" BLE. 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 3/4" moderately figured wood to brown rubber recoil pad. Action has gone to grey and with 60% mod-fine scroll engraving. 7lbs. This will make a fine pheasant or clays gun.

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$1850

HEINRICH SCHERPING, GERMANY Double rifle, rebounding hammer, roundbody back action. Mysterious cal. of the 11mm family. 27" fluid steel barrels with crisp German rifling. 14 3/4" moderate to stongly figured wood to original horn butt plate - includes sling swivels and cheeck piece. Action retains sharp delicate fine scroll engraving, percusion style fences, dolls head extension and pop up rear sight and front set trigger. Lever type forend and action is tight. 6lbs 14oz.

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$3200

PERAZZI, ITALY O/U, SC2, MX8/20, 2 3/4", 20bore, English game gun rarely seen here in the U.S. 29 1/2" choked IC/IMod with ventilated file matte rib. Half pistol, 14 7/8" well figured, upgraded wood to a leather covered pad. Coin finished receiver with floral and scroll engraving. Two interchangable single trigger systems are included. A hair over 7lbs. This gun has seen very little use and a rare gun to own here across the pond with exceptional handling characteristics. Cased in original case with extra firing pins and main springs.

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$6300

WP JONES, B'HAM, BLE, 2 1/2, 28", sleeved by the maker in 1976. Choked IC/Full. 14 3/8" drop dead gorgeous wood with checkered side panels, drop points to original grooved horn butt plate. Scalloped action has fine floral and scroll engraving (engraving worn on bottom plate and trigger guard),side clips, hidden Greener style cross bolt, fluted fences and Art Deco style treatment overall indicitive of the late 20s early 30s. WP Jones in gold on top lever. Another very light 12 bore weighing in at 6lbs 1oz.

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$2600

COGSWELL AND HARRISON, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 30" Choked Cyl/Imod. 14 1/8" moderately figured wood to checkered butt. Assisted opening action with banner and scroll engraving and carved fences. 6lbs 5oz. A fancy Coggy begging to get into the field.

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$1900

WW GREENER, B'HAM/LONDON, Royal, G 60, 2 1/2", Black powder proofed, 30" choked Full/Full - stunning Damascus. 14 1/8" highly figured wood to horn butt plate. Full coverage fine scroll, floral and game scene engraving and features serpentine fences scalloped action and Greener side safety. 6lbs 14oz. A classic high qualilty Greener.

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CHAS SMITH, NEWARK, BLE, 2 1/2", 28" SK1/Full. 14 1/4" lightly figured wood to black recoil pad. Lovely scroll engraving with deeply carved beaded fences and shell motif. 6lbs! This a rare, exceptionally light weight and finely balance field gun.

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RF DAVIS, PLYMOUTH BLE, 2 1/2", 30" Choked Full/Full. 15" hightly figured wood to Silvers pad. Full coverage banner and scroll engraving retaining traces of case color. Best quality action featuring intercepting sears and carved ribanded fences. 6lbs 9oz. Stunning to the eye even more so to the hand - Top drawer English boxlock.

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$4000

Aug. Lebeaux Courally, Liege, Best Boxlock Ejector, c.1977, 2 3/4", chopper lump 27 1/2" with an assortment of Briley choke tubes. 14 5/8" moderate to highly figured French Walnut to checkered butt. Beautiful scroll engraving, hidden third fastener and gold washed internals. 6 1/2lbs. Built during Verees tenure. Absoulutely outstanding -

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$8500

Chas. OSBORNE 2 1/2", BLE, 30" Choked LtMod/Full. 14 3/4" Moderate to highly figured wood with 1 1/2" well matched "London Extension". Action is border and scroll engraved and has gone grey. 6 3/4lbs. A solid shooter and fairly priced.

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EM REILLY, LONDON, 2 1/2" Rebounding sidelock hammer gun with nitro prooved 29" Damascus choked Mod/Full. 14" lightly figured wood to grooved butt. Action retains moderated case colors and features Greener style cross bolt and carved percussion style fences. 6lbs 10oz. Fine handling hammer gun.

$1850

WR PAPE, BLE, 2 1/2", Seamlessly sleeved 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to horn butt plate. Full covereage banner and scroll engraving with beaded fenses on an action that has gone to grey, #1 of a pair. 6lbs 11oz. Very handsome gun from a qualilty firm.

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$2600

PETER CHAPMAN, LONDON, 2 1/2", 28" Choked IC/Mod. 14 5/8" moderate to highly figured wood to checkered butt. Action retains nearly all original case colors, sharp London Best rose and scroll work with Purdey style engraving. Mr. Chapman worked for Purdey before his fancy took to making his own fine guns. The action is a Purdey style, Beesley self opener and is number two of a pair. 6 1/2lbs. A fine modern hand made London Best gun.

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$19,500

J. ANDERSON, YORKSHIRE, 16 bore, Hammer, 2 3/4" nitro prooved Damascus in Birmingham 2003, 30" choked IC/Mod. 14" moderate to hightly firgured wood to horn butt plate. Round body back action sidelock with rebounding hammers. 6lbls in a leather case with accessories and keys.

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$4000

GREIFELT, SUHL O/U BLE, 20bore, 2 3/4", Nitro proofed, 26" choked IC/Mod with file matte rib. 14 1/2" highly figured wood to red Winchester pad. Scalloped receiver with game scenes, oak leaves and fine floral and scroll engraving, retaining traces of case coloring. Double underbite with two barrel extensions and intercepting sears. Breech end of barrels also tastefully engraved with Merkel style three piece forend. A breath over 5 1/2lbs. In leather case with brass corners and includes a reproduced, vintage, Greifelt catalogue. What a lovely quail or Hun gun.

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$4000

HENRY ATKIN, LONDON BLNE, 3" MAGNUM - Proofed at 4 ton. 30" choked .029" and .029" with file matte rib. 14 1/2", half pistol, reinforced head, highly figured wood, to horn butt plate. Robust oversized, game scene engraved action that has gone to grey. Furniture and barrels black not long ago and fitted with sling swivels. Tips the scales at just over 8lbs. Outstanding fowler or pigeon gun.

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$2950

COGSWELL & HARRISON, LONDON BLE with false side plates, 2 1/2", 30" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/2" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Action has gone grey and sideplates are blacked. A nicely balaced piece at 6 1/2lbs.

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$1675

GDC HOLLOWAY, B'HAM & LONDON, BLE, 2000 London, nitro proved Damascus. 2 3/4" at 1200 bar! 30" choked LtMod/Full, file matte rib with address of maker and the words Pigeon Gun engraved. 15 1/8" half pistol, well figured wood to black rubber recoil pad. Action has gone to grey and features double under bite, clipped fences and hidden Greener style cross bolt. 7 3/4lbs. One of the nicest pigeon guns to come thru the shop in a long time.

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$2500

MERKEL, SUHL 16ga, 147E, 2 3/4", 28" choked SK1/Mod. 14 3/8" highly figured wood to grooved butt plate. Coin finished receiver with game scene engraving and gold cocking indicators. 6lbs 14oz in its original case with makers label and accessories. Gun has seen little use and wood must be seen to be appreciated.

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$3500

T WILD, B'HAM, 16 bore, BLNE, 2 ½", 28" choked IC/Mod, 14 1/4" half pistol, lightly figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has gone grey and features Greener cross bolt and modest border engraving. 5lbs 14oz. Solid little field gun.

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$1600

WM MOORE & CO, LONDON, Percussion, 12 bore, 32" choked Cyl/Cyl, 14 1/4" lightly figured wood to steel butt plate. Action is bar in wood and wood is in excellent condition - no cracks and excellent wood to metal fit. Border and scroll engraving - 9 1/4lbs. Fantastic period English fowler -

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$1700

JAMES WOODWARD, LONDON, SLE, 29" choked IC/Mod, 14 ½" well figured wood to Paul Hodgins leather pad. Action brightly finished with frog eye cocking indicators and classic "T" safety and Prince of Whales grip with horn grip cap. 6 1/2lbs in oak and leather case with original Woodward label. A fine London Best Gun.

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$14800

WW GREENER, B'HAM, PAIR, G 70 IMPERIALS, BLE, 2 ½", both guns 28" choked #1 IC/LtMod #2 SK1/Mod. Fine wedge scroll engraving on breech end of barrels. Both guns 14 3/4" moderate to highly figured wood to checkered butt. Action is coin finished with outstanding fine scroll and game scene engraving featuring 16 birds and animals. Great fences reveal classic double shell engraving. Both guns weigh in at 6lbs 6oz. Made as matched pair #52996 and #52997. Gun #1 was lost and gun number 55805 was made to replace it. Originally sold by the London office for a German customer. The guns are cased in their original oak and leather case. A fine example of some of Greeners finest work.

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$15000

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM, BLE, 2 ½ ", 26" choked IC/ FULL, 14 ½ " moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Action retains sharp engraving. 6 lbs. Tried and true work horse from Birmingham.

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$2500

GALLYON & SON, CAMBRIDGE, 16bore, BLNE, 2 ½", 28" choked CYL/MOD, 14" moderately figured to grooved butt. Action retains strong case colors and modestly engraved with horn of plenty and rose bouquets. 5lbs 11oz. Wonderful field gun from a great old provential firm with a rich history.

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$2100

FRANCOTTE, BELGIUM, BLE, c.1943, 2 3/4", 28" choked SK1/SK2. 14 5/8" lightly figured wood to black recoil pad. Action retains moderate case colors and sharp engraving. 6lbs 9oz. Nicely crafted Belgian side by side.

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$1500

DARNE, ST. ETINNE, 2 3/4", 27 3/4" filed matte rib, choked IC/Full. 14 3/8" well figured wood to horn pad and sling swivels. Nicely engraved. 6lbs 5oz.

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$2200

AM LEMLIN, B’HAM, BLE, 2 3/4" proofed for 1 1/4oz. 28" choked SK1/Mod. 14 ½" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action has fine game scene engraving featuring pheasants, setters, and gray partridge - excellent scroll work and a fine boxlock that stands out. 6lbs 15oz. Cased with London Best horn turn screws.

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$3800

CHAS HELLIS, LONDON, Featherweight, BLE, 2 ½", 26" choked IC/Full. 14" well figured wood to Silvers Pad. Action has sharp, bold engraving including fences with Hellis Feather Weight signiture crossed feathers. 6 1/4oz. In its original leather case with original accessories and write up on original owner - a British WWII hero Lt. Col Bulfield “In action his utter disregard for danger and high sense if duty were an inspiration to all around him.....”.

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$4000

WEBLEY & SCOTT, B'HAM, 16bore, BLE, 2 ½", 28" choked SK1/Full, 14" figured wood to grooved butt. Action retains moderate to strong case colors and sharp engraving. 6lbs 2oz. Outstanding field gun!

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$2900

ARMY & NAVY, LONDON, 2 ½", Round body back action, rebounding hammer gun with percussion style fences. 29" choked Cyl/Cyl. 14 3/8" moderately figured wood with strong fiddle back grain. Action has gone to gray. Furniture and wood dressed not long ago -6lbs 14oz. In original canvas case with makers label and cleaning accesories.

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$1800

PARKER, USA, D Grade, BLNE, 2 3/4", Damascus in fine condition. 30" choked Full/Mod. 14 ½" (11 ½" to original stock) with 2"extension and 1" pad. Action has gone to grey. 7lbs 11oz. A solid shooter without the worries on a dismal day in the field.

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$900

HARTWELL, LONDON, BLE, 2 3/4" proved at 3 1/4 ton, Seamlessly sleeved and reproved in 1988. 28" choked IC/Mod. 14 1/8" well figured wood to Silvers pad. Classy banner and scroll engraving and features lovely sideplates. 6lbs. 12oz. Great London Boxlock -

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$2100

A. HOWELL, B’HAM, BLNE, 2 ½", 28" choked Mod, Mod. 14 3/8"moderately figured wood with nice fiddle back texture. Action has gone to gray with oak leaf fences and bold Acanthus scroll engraving. 6 1/2lbs. Nicely dressed boxlock.

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$2450

F. WILLIAMS, LONDON, BLE, 2 ½", 28" choked IC/Full with hidden third fastener. 14 ½" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Fancy scroll backed action with sharp engraving. Ejector spelled out in gold on top lever. 6lbs 6oz High quality boxlock.

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$2800

FJ WISEMAN, B’HAM, BLE, 2 ½", 26" with Churchill rib, choked Cyl/Mod. 14 3/4" well figured wood to 3/4" ebonite pad. Action retains strong case colors and sharp bold engraving and well done up fences. 6lbs 5oz. High quality and high condition boxlock in leather case.

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$3500

GALLYON & SON, CAMBRIDGE, BLE, 2 ½", 28" choked Sk1/Full. 14 5/8" moderately figured wood to grooved butt. Sharp rose and scroll engraving on action that has gone to gray. 6 1/2lbs. Well established maker that has it roots well established in the mid 1800s. In its original canvas case.

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$2550

BOZARD, LONDON, 16bore, BLNE, 2 ½", reproved in 2000. 28" choked Sk1/Sk1. 15" well figured wood to lovely leather pad. Action has gone to grey with modest scroll engraving. 6lbs.

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$2000

STASSART, HERSTAL, BLE, 2 3/4", London reproof in 2004, 27" matted rib, with hidden third fastener choked MOD/IM. 15 1/4' highly figured wood with invisible London 1 ½" extension. Action has sharp bold engraving with reinforce action 6lbs 8oz. The best Belgian made gun we have come across in a long time.

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$2400

BELGIAN MADE .410, BLNE, 2 3/4", English Proofed at 1200 bar, 29" choked MOD/FULL 14 3/8" lightly figured wood to grooved butt. Action has modest engraving and has gone to grey and features side clips. 5 lbs. Hot diggity.

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$1900

COGSWELL & HARRISON, SLE, 2 1/2" sleeved by W&C Scott. 30” choked IC/Mod. 15 1/4" moderately figured wood to Silvers pad, stocked to the fences. Rose and scroll engraving on hand detatchable, bar action locks with intercepting seers, rolled trigger guard and chopper lump barrels. 7lbs.

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$3500

JOSEPH LANG, LONDON, Trigger plate action non-ejector featuring a side lever, Damascus with original black powder proof marks. 2 1/2", 29” choked IC/IC. 14 1/4" well figured wood to horn butt plate. Action retains traces of case coloring and is beautifully engraved with vine, rose and scroll. Percussion fences are lovely with grape clusters and vine. 6lbs. 10oz. Resides in modern leather case.

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$3600

HANCOCK & CO., LONDON, BLNE, 2 1/2", 30” Nitro proofed Damascus choked CYL/MOD. 14 3/4" moderately figured wood to ebonite pad. Action has gone to grey and retains sharp banner and border engraving. 6 3/4lbs. A solid Damascus shooter

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$1550

H.S. GREENFIELD, CANTERBURY, BLE, 2 1/2", 28” choked SKEET 1/FULL. 14 3/4" Lightly figured wood with fiddle back texture to a checkered butt. Lovely banner and scroll engraving on action that retains moderate to strong case colors. 6 1/2 lbs. Greenfields own and have run a prestigious shooting operation in Cantebury and also took over the famous firm of WJ Jeffrey.

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$1950

J. CURRY, B’HAM, BLNE, 2” gun. 25” choked IC/FULL. 13 1/4" Moderately figured wood to grooved horn butt plate. Action retains moderate case colors with lovely rose and scroll engraving. 5 1/2lbs. Comes in original canvas violin case with maker’s label. A nice little 2” gun from Birmingham.

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$2500

C. CHAMBERS, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 28” choked CYL/FULL. 14 3/8” lightly figured wood with light fiddleback texture. 1/2” wood extension to checkered butt. Nice scroll engraving with beaded fences. 6 1/2lbs.

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$1850

I HOLLIS, B'HAM .667cal Howdah pistol c.1850s. Action a bbls have gone to gray. These pistols were carried in the baskets strapped to the elephants as a last line of defense against angry tigers.

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$2800

CHARLES RYLAND, BIRMINGHAM, Hammer gun, 2 1/2" nitro proofed Damascus twist. 30” choked CYL/LMOD. 14 1/2" light to moderately figured wood to grooved ebonite pad. Game scene and modest scroll engraving. Retains moderate case colors. 6lbs. 10oz.

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$1650

VICKERS ARMSTRONG, LONDON, BLE, 2 1/2", 28” choked LMOD/FULL, 15 7/16” well figured stock to checkered butt. Action is game scene engraved with pheasants grouse and ducks and retains much original case colors. 6lbs 10oz

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$2350

FRANS ZODIA, AUSTRIA, O/U, SLE, c.1969, 12ga, 2 3/4", 28" choked SK1/IM MOD. Pistol grip, well figured wood with fiddleback texture. Articulated front trigger, deep relief scroll, oak and vine, and game scene engraved with gold leaf enhnaced animals. In original oak and leather case. 6lbs 14oz. Beautiful.

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$9500

GREIFELT, SUHL, BLNE, c. 1926, 2 1/2", 30" choked XFULL/XFULL. 14 1/8" straight grained wood to ebonite plate. Features cheek piece and sling swivels. Action re-case colored and has cocking indicators. 6lbs. 8oz. A very nice re-conditioned gun.

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$1650

JB WARRILOW, CHIPPENHAM, BLE, Damascus black powder proofed, 2 3/4", 30” choked IC/MOD. 14 1/2" half pistol, well figured wood to leather pad. Action is beautifully engraved with English scroll and banner with makers name in gold. 6lbs. 14oz. Except for the leather pad gun is in original condition.

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$2650

R. TILLNEY & SON, BECCLES, SUFFOLK, BLE, 2 ½”, 30”, choked SK1/IM MOD. 14 ¾” half pistol grip with well figured wood. Includes a ¼” wood extension to grooved butt. Action retains moderate case colors, beaded fences and is modestly engraved. 6 lbs. 12oz. A well made provincial gun that has seen little use.

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$1600