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Lot 282: P. Webley & Sons Rotary Underlever Back Action 8 Bore Rifle

Engraved P. Webley & Sons Rotary Underlever Back Action 8 Bore Double Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Lot 282: P. Webley & Sons Rotary Underlever Back Action 8 Bore Rifle

Engraved P. Webley & Sons Rotary Underlever Back Action 8 Bore Double Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2021

Estimated Price: $8,000 - $13,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved P. Webley & Sons Rotary Underlever Back Action 8 Bore Double Rifle

Manufacturer: English
Model: Double Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8
Barrel: 24 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2645
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 229
Class: Antique
Description:

Blued steel, matted rib barrels with blade front and two leaf rear sight marker "50" and "100" with platinum center lines. The left barrel is mark "P. WEBLEY & SON.," and the right is marked "78 SHAFTESBURY AVENUE. LONDON". The receiver and locks are casehardened and are lightly scroll engraved with "P. WEBLEY & SON" marked on each lock, which are fitted with rebounding hammers and double triggers. The barrels are opened by a rotary underlever with matching light scroll. The water table is marked "9/2" along with standard London proofs from between 1875 and 1887. Checkered walnut splinter forend and pistol grip stock with oval cheek piece, blued steel grip cap, blank inscription oval, and rubber buttpad. Length of pull: 14 5/8 inches. Weight: 17 lbs 5 oz. Provenance: Firearms for Freedom Collection

Rating Definition:

Fine as period refinished, retaining strong traces of the blue finish with the remainder an attractive plum patina. The receiver and locks show traces of case colors with the remainder a mix of grey and brown patinas. The wood is good with a few chips, decaying buttpad, and worn checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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