Manufactured in 2004. Blued steel chopperlump barrels with single steel bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib which is marked "AYA-AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL - MADE IN SPAIN", light engraving at the breech, import mark under forend, and 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished hand detachable sidelock action displays scrolling leafy designs over a nicely contrasting matted background. The gun is signed on the triggerplate "Jluarle" to the right of the trigger for an unknown, but clearly talented, engraver. The gun features bushed firing pins, dual triggers, and a tang mounted automatic safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". Highly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings, including the Anson button release, and straight grip stock with teardrop flats, blank inscription oval, and checkered bare butt. Included is a wood and leather takedown case with brass name plaque to a previous owner, cleaning tools, and nickel snap caps, oiler, and jar. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.5mm (.728 inches) and measured .731/.732 inches; choke constriction .010/.019 inches; minimum wall thickness .030/.030 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 11 oz.

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence. There is a small crack off the back of the left lockplate, otherwise the wood is very fine with a few minor marks and sharp checkering. The case is very good. Mechanically excellent.