Holland & Holland is a name synonymous with quality and this little gun surely lives up to the reputation. Blued steel chopperlump barrels with a single nickel bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib which is marked "The 'Royal'" along with flourishes of fine engraving at the base, "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" and "13, BRUTON STREET, LONDON." marked on the right and left barrels respectively, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, choke constrictions of .009/.021 inches (modified/full), and 1980 dated London nitro proofs. The coin finished hand detachable sidelock action displays masterfully cut broad scroll engraving over a darkened background surrounding both polished and nitre blue lock pins, "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" banners on either lockplate, and "THE/'ROYAL'/MODEL" marked on the underside. The exquisite scrollwork continues from the action onto the toplever, triggerguard, and both tangs, of which the lower shows a hand cut and gold inlaid serial number. The gun features double triggers, gold inlaid cocking indicators, a right hand rolled triggerguard, and a tang mounted manual safety switch with gold inlaid "SAFE". Beautiful, highly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with matching coin engraved fittings, including the Anson button release, and straight grip stock with teardrop carved flats, blank gold inscription oval, and a checkered bare butt. Included is a wood and leather takedown case with Holland & Holland trade label on the interior lid, two nickel snap caps, nickel oiler, nickel firing pin canister (with pins), and cleaning tools. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel; 14 5/16 inch length of pull; weight 4 lbs. 15 oz.

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with only minor handling evidence, some slight plum hue to the blue finish, some slight unevenness in the oil finish on the stock, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The case is very fine with minor wear. Mechanically excellent. Don't miss the chance to own this exceptional small bore gun!