James Purdey & Sons is among the top firms in the world of bespoke arms and have made some of the finest guns in the world throughout their illustrious history which stretches back over 200 years. They have never wavered in their pursuit of perfection with each and every gun that leaves their shop being a highly functional work of art. This consecutive trio of small bore guns is a testament to the exceptional quality that the firm is known for and would be a tour de force in any collection. One would need to wait years to have a trio like this made, but this one could be yours today, and it is truly rare to have a set like this available for sale at public auction! Each gun in this magnificent trio was made with lustrous blued steel barrels featuring a single nickel bead sight on the matted flat solid rib which is marked with a gold inlaid "1", "2", or "3" indicating its place in the set. The barrels of each gun are signed "J. PURDEY & SONS, LONDON, ENGLAND" to the left of the rib and have a single band of engraving at the breech, an import mark on the flats amongst the 2022 dated London proof marks, Teague thin wall chokes (.005/.010 installed), and 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The barrels of each gun are fitted to a coin finished rounded body action operating on Purdey's innovative Trigger Plate design allowing for the removal of the majority of the functional parts with the press of a lever. The actions displays extensive beautifully executed traditional bouquet and scroll engraving which surrounds "J. PURDEY/& SONS" signatures on either side as well as "PURDEY" engraved on the underside before flowing off of the action onto the triggerguard, both tangs, and the top levers which are also adorned with a gold inlaid "1", "2", or "3". The guns are signed "G. S. PEDRETTI" to the right side of the trigger plate for Master Engraver's Giancarlo and Stefano Pedretti. Unfortunately, Giancarlo passed away in 2016, and, thus, this set was engraved by Stefano, a master in his own right, who carries on the tradition of excellence. The guns all feature a single non-selective trigger as well as a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE" indicator. Each gun is fitted with a gorgeous highly figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and a gold inlaid "1", "2", or "3" on the Anson button release as well as a pistol grip stock with teardrop carved drop points, an engraved coin finished grip cap, "SRM" engraved in the gold inscription oval, and engraved coin finish heel and toe plates around the checkered butt. Included is a factory aluminum takedown case which contains six extra Teague choke tubes (.000, .005, and .010 for steel shot and .015, .020, and .025 for lead shot), Purdey sleeve, Purdey cloth, and a Purdey passport. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed and measured at 14.0mm (.551 inches); minimum wall thickness .034/.037 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 15 3/4 inch length of pull; slight cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 7 oz.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, softened barrel signature, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The case is excellent.

As described in "A". Included is a factory aluminum takedown case which contains six extra Teague choke tubes (.000, .005, and .010 for steel shot and .015, .020, and .025 for lead shot), Purdey sleeve, Purdey cloth, and a Purdey passport. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed and measured at 14.0mm (.551 inches); minimum wall thickness .037/.035 inches; 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 15 3/4 inch length of pull; slight cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 6 oz.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with minimal handling evidence, a couple areas of slight oil loss on the stock, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The case is also excellent.

As described in "A". No case included with this gun. Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed and measured at 14.0mm (.551 inches); minimum wall thickness .035/.036 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 15 3/4 inch length of pull; slight cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 9 oz.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. Do not miss this chance to own an exquisite trio of fine guns from one of the world's best makers without the wait!