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Lot 2457: Antique J. Purdey Hammer Double Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Lot 2457: Antique J. Purdey Hammer Double Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Antique J. Purdey Hammer Double Rifle

Manufacturer: Purdey J & Sons Ltd
Model: Double Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 500
Barrel: 28 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1421
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Manufactured in 1876 per Nigel Brown's "British Gunmakers Volume One: London". With bar safeties as well as a grip safety built into the Jones under lever. Proofed at 40 bore (.488 inches) likely 500 Black Powder Express.

Rating Definition:

Good, original finish with some grey patina, mostly greyed action, some patina, and some dings in the stock. Mechanically excellent.



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