John Rigby & Co: a fine .500 Black Powder Express double hammer rifle, serial number 13545,

John Rigby & Co: a fine .500 Black Powder Express double hammer rifle, serial number 13545, barrels 26 in., flat matted top rib with one fixed and one folding leaf backsight and engraved 'JOHN RIGBY & CO DUBLIN & LONDON', border engraved breeches; scroll engraved under-lever action, back action locks with non-rebounding hammers and safety bolts, lock plated engraved 'JOHN RIGBY & CO.', long top strap; chequered walnut pistol grip stock with engraved steel furniture, butt with toe and heel plates, fore-end with key fastener; in a fitted leather covered and brass bound case, re-lined interior with later accessories including turnscrews and steel oil bottle. Section 58(2) - no licence required in the UK if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.

Completed in September 1870 for Captain D. McEvoy.