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Lot #1391

Lot 1390: Engraved J. Purdey & Sons Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2017

Lot 1390: Engraved J. Purdey & Sons Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 9, 2017

Estimated Price: $11,000 - $16,000

Engraved J. Purdey & Sons Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Purdey J & Sons Ltd
Model: SxS
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5052
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 218
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Dual bead sights, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, and cylinder/cylinder chokes. The self-opening side lock action features full coverage classic Purdey rose and scroll engraving with "J. PURDEY & SONS" on each lock plate, cocking indicators, dual triggers, and tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE" position. All visible serial numbers are matching. The top of the lever and interior forearm fittings are both numbered "3". With a Anson Deeley push button checkered splinter forearm and straight grip buttstock with a leather covered cheek pad on the comb, silver initial oval, and leather wrapped recoil pad. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech .737/.738 inch; minimum wall thickness .018/.010 inch; drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 14 1/2 inches; cast off 1/4 inch. With hardwood and leather Purdey's takedown case.

Rating Definition:

Fine as professionally partially refinished (barrels and wood). 99% of the blue finish remains with small handling marks overall, very faint rib address, and a visible blemish on the left barrel just forward of the breech. The receiver and lock plates have an overall dove gray patina with fine, clear engraving and some light spotting. The wood is fine with well defined checkering, small dings and dents throughout, and some carefully repaired cracks visible on the right side of the wrist behind the lock. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with scuffs and handling marks throughout, mild cracking on the leather, and discoloration on the interior.



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