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Lot 387:Rare Engraved John Wilkes, London .410 Double Barrel Toplever Hammer Shotgun

October 6th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 387:Rare Engraved John Wilkes, London .410 Double Barrel Toplever Hammer Shotgun

October 6th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,250 - $3,750

Rare Engraved John Wilkes, London .410 Double Barrel Toplever Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured c. 1911 with blued steel barrels with concave rib signed “JOHN WILKES. 1 LOWER JAMES ST. GOLDEN SQUARE. LONDON. W.” Casehardened action with blued toplever, casehardened rebounding back action locks each signed “JOHN WILKES”, and blued trigger guard. Border and scroll engraving throughout. Figured 14 1/2" straight hand stock including 3/4" checkered wood extension and checkered grip and forearm. Birmingham nitro proof and reproof marks, 2 1/2" chambers. Weight 4 lbs. 6 oz. Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Details

ManufacturerWilkes John

ModelDouble Barrel

TypeShotgun

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge410

Barrel28 inch solid rib

Finishblued/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionGood - Some light pitting or frosted appearance

Item LocationRock Island, IL