Blued steel barrels with a single white bead sight on the narrow matted solid rib which is inlaid with "XXV" in gold near the breech, 1 1/4 inch wedges of scroll engraving at either breech, and "CHURCHILL (GUNMAKERS) LTD." and "7, BURY STREET, ST. JAMES'S, LONDON, ENGLAND." marked on the right and left respectively. The watertable is marked with 1976 dated Birmingham nitro proofs including the 2 3/4 inch chambers which feature automatic ejectors, and Teague choke system (cylinder/cylinder installed). The casehardened scalloped self-opening boxlock action displays near full coverage floral scroll engraving surrounding "CHURCHILL" on either side and "HERCULES/FINEST QUALITY/MODEL" on the underside with the engraving extending to the toplever, trigger guard, and both tangs. The gun features a single non-selective trigger, double rolled trigger guard, and a tang mounted automatic safety switch with gold inlaid "SAFE". Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved casehardened fittings, including the Anson button release, and straight grip stock with teardrop carved flats, a gold "A" inlaid into the stock, and checkered bare butt. Included with the gun is a wood and leather takedown case with "V.A.D." marked on the outer lid, Churchill label on the interior lid, a pair of snap caps, and cleaning tools. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at .615 inches and measured .616./.617 inches; minimum wall thickness .033/.034 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 15 1/16 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs. 5 oz.

Excellent, retaining 98% original blue finish, 95% original case colors, and some scattered light handling evidence. The wood is very fine with a few small dings, light high edge wear, and sharp checkering. The case is very good. Mechanically excellent.