Blued steel barrels with a low blade front and three leaf (one standing, two folding) rear sight on the matted solid rib which is marked "AMMUNITION (577) EXPRESS. 3in CASE" ahead of the rear sight and "I. HOLLIS & SONS. LONDON." behind the rear sight, correct Birmingham black powder proofs, and chambers with single extractor. The casehardened Jones underlever receiver with backaction locks show light line engraving with "I. HOLLIS & SONS." signed on both lockplates. The rifle features rebounding hammers and dual triggers. Well-figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with horn tip inlay and pistol grip stock with raised cheekpiece, rear sling stud, blank inscription oval, horn grip cap, and steel heel and toe plates. Includes a modern oak and leather takedown case with canvas cover, leather cartridge wallet, oiler, and cleaning tools. Length of pull 14 5/16 inches. Weight 11 lbs. 6 oz.

Fine overall, retaining 70% old reapplied blue finish, attractive grey patina with flashes of case colors, some pitting on the metal, thinning along the barrels, mild handling evidence, a discreetly repaired split in the wrist, and well-defined checkering on the stock and forend. The case is excellent. Mechanically excellent.