Manufactured between 1925 and 1954. Blue steel chopper lump barrels with single white bead sight on the matte Churchill rib, barrels marked "E.J. CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) Ltd./ORANGE St. GUNWORKS LEICESTER SQUARE LONDON" on the right and left respectively, chambers proved at 2 1/2 inches and measured at 2 3/4 inches, automatic ejectors, improved cylinder/full chokes, and standard London proof house markings front the 1925 to 1954 period. The breech end of the rib is marked with a gold inlaid "XXV". Coin gray finished action and lock plates with dual triggers and automatic sliding tang safety. The action and locks feature full coverage, very fine leafy scroll engraving, "E.J. CHURCHILL" marked on both locks, gold inlaid "SAFE" on the upper tang, gold inlaid "crown" on the underside of the action, and matching proofs and serial numbers. Checkered walnut straight grip stock and splinter forearm with Anson latch, engraved fittings, tear drop carved accents at the wrist, and skip-line checkered rosewood buttplate. Includes leather bound takedown case with E.J. Churchill interior label exterior of the lid marked "R.B.S." brass fittings, nickel oiler, and set of snap caps. Barrel and stock measurements are: bore diameter at 9 inches from breech proved at 12 (.729) and measured at .732/.733; minimum wall thickness .028/.027; choke constriction .011/.038 ; drop at comb 1 7/16 inches; drop at heel 1 13/16 inches; length of pull 14 1/8 inches; weight 6 lbs. 1 oz.

Very fine. The barrels have 95% plus professionally refurbished blue finish, some visible light pitting under the finish, well defined markings, lengthened chambers and some mild brown patina on the under rib. The locks and action have crisp engraving, and mild cleaning marks. The refurbished wood is fine with lightly worn, mostly crisp checkering, very small repair at the tip of the lower tang, faint hairline cracks at the lock tails, a few small dings, and some light chipping on the forend. Mechanically excellent. Case is about good with small scuffs and scratches overall, dark patina on the fittings, and interior wear and staining.