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Lot 3466:Engraved Westley Richards 28 Gauge Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun

December 8th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3466:Engraved Westley Richards 28 Gauge Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun

December 8th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Westley Richards 28 Gauge Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

The gun is built with blued steel barrels featuring a single bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib which is marked "WESTLEY RICHARDS & Co. ENGLAND" as well as a flourish of scroll engraving, a single band of engraving at the breech, 1985 dated Birmingham proof marks, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to a casehardened boxlock action which displays scroll engraving surrounding "WESTLEY RICHARDS" signatures on either side and a trio of gold inlaid game scenes consisting of a pair of grouse on the left, a pair of woodcocks on the right, and a quail on the underside. The gun features a single trigger, a right hand rolled triggerguard, and a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE" indicator. The gun is fitted with a beautifully figured and multi-point checkered forend with engraved fitting and an Anson button release and a straight grip stock with a checkered bare butt. Included is an oak & leather takedown case, a pair of nickel snap caps, and cleaning tools. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proofed and measured .551 inches; choke constriction .004/.019 inches; 1 5/16 inch drop at comb; 1 15/16 inch drop at heel; 14 5/8 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs. 15 oz.

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% original blue, casehardened, and gold finishes with minor handling evidence, a few light scratches on the wood, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine.
Details
ManufacturerWestley Richards
ModelSide By Side
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassModern Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge28
Barrel26 inch solid rib
Finishblue/casehardened/gold
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionThe bores are both bright with minor signs of use.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views2674
Catalog page300
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