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Lot 1584:Holland & Holland "The 'Royal' Model" Sidelock Double Rifle

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1584:Holland & Holland "The 'Royal' Model" Sidelock Double Rifle

December 9th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Magnificent Engraved Left-Handed Holland & Holland "The 'Royal' Model" Sidelock Ejector Double Rifle in .465/500 Nitro Express

When you hear the name Holland & Holland a few words immediately come to mind like class, art, and exceptional, and this double rifle very much lives up to all three. Since 1835 Holland & Holland has been building remarkable pieces of firearms art that both function without flaw and are breathtaking to behold. This rifle is built with a set of blued chopperlump barrels featuring a ramped beaded blade front sight with flip-up moon bead, matted raised rear quarter rib hosting a two-leaf (one standing, one folding) rear sight with gold sighting line, and engraved ".500/.465 NITRO EXPRESS" on the sunken rib. The barrels are signed "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" on the right and "33, BRUTON STREET, LONDON." on the left and struck with 1994 dated London nitro proofs on the flats. The bolstered hand detachable treble grip sidelock action is vibrantly case colored and displays highly attractive broad scroll engraving over a matted background flowing off of the action onto the left hand opening blued toplever, left hand rolled edge triggerguard, with the serial numbered tang inlaid in fine gold. The scrollwork surrounds bright polished and nitre blued action pins, "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" banners and gold lined cocking indicators on either lockplate, and "THE/'ROYAL/MODEL" marked on the underside of the receiver. The rifle features bushed firing pins, a double triggers with an articulated front, and a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". The wood shows exceptionally fine figure on the semi-beavertail forend and pistol grip stock and features excellent double bordered multi-point checkering, engraved and casehardened fittings, teardrop carved flats, a shadowline cheekpiece for a left handed shooter, "N.G.N" engraved on the gold inscription oval, and a leather covered recoil pad. Included is a factory oak & leather takedown case marked "N.G.N" with a canvas cover marked the same and containing a pair of nickel snap caps, a nickel oiler, and a full compliment of cleaning tools. Also included is an aluminum case that holds the other for protection. Length of pull 14 9/16 inches. Weight 10 lbs. 4 oz.

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% original blue fading to a plum color and vibrant casehardened finishes with some plum coloration on the barrels, minimal handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The oak & leather case and accessories are also excellent. Mechanically excellent. Don't miss this chance to own one of the finest double rifles available, a scarce opportunity for the left handed shooter!
Details
ManufacturerHolland & Holland Ltd
ModelRoyal Double Rifle
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassModern Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge465 Express
Barrel24 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views2225
Catalog page408
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