Blued replacement dovetailed steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib, chambers proved at 2 1/2 inches with single extractor, and 1963 Birmingham nitro proof marks. The bright polished, assisted-opening sidelock action displays attractive classic rose and scroll engraving and fleur-de-lis carved fences, the front trigger is articulated. The engraving continues on the trigger guard, tangs, and toplever. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings including the Anson button release and straight grip stock with blank silver inscription oval and rubber Kick-Eez recoil pad. Includes a leather bound takedown case with Purdey trade label and nickel oiler. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at .662 inches and measured at .666/.665 inches; choke constriction.008/.026 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.028 inches; 1 3/4 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs 15 oz.

Good, retaining 98% reapplied blue, bright polished action and locks, and engraving softened and worn on fences. The refinished wood is good with a few dings and scratches, minor chipping at the forend shoe, and crisp checkering. The case is good with moderate wear. There is a small crack on the frame behind the left ejector rod. Mechanically very good.