Donald Dallas, author of "Alexander Henry: Rifle Maker," confirmed it was a best quality 10 bore centerfire gun with 32 inch full choke barrels and 3 inch chambers completed 19th April 1886 for Charles Thompson Esq. Features front and mid bead sights on the concave rib signed "ALEXR HENRY, EDINBURGH & LONDON./MAKER TO THEIR ROYAL HIGHNESS' THE PRINCE OF WALES AND DUKE OF EDINBURGH" followed by scroll engraving, modified chokes, 3 inch chambers with extractor, London proofs as well as "NOT FOR BALL" and matching serial numbers on the barrel flats, London view marks and matching serial numbers on the water table, "ALEXR HENRY" signed locks, fine English scroll and floral engraving on the action and locks as well as the trigger guard, checkered stock and forearm, contrasting grip cap, and a modern non-factory added vented White Line recoil pad. Length of pull is 14 5/8 inches.

Good as refinished, with 90% blue finish with mild pitting visible underneath, mostly silver-gray on the balance, distinct markings and engraving, minor marks and scratches, blacked left side of the poor butt, crisp recut checkering, and some nice flame figure. Mechanically fine.