Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2023
Lot 228
Charles & Herbert Weston: a .500 Black Powder Express hammer double rifle, serial number 2746,
Estimate £2,000 - £3,000
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Description
Charles & Herbert Weston: a .500 Black Powder Express hammer double rifle, serial number 2746, barrels 26 in., matted top rib inscribed 'CHARLES & HERBERT WESTON 7 NEW ROAD BRIGHTON', one standing and two folding leaf sights, rotary under lever action with non-rebounding hammers, border engraved back-action locks with safety bolts and inscribed 'CHARLES & HERBERT WESTON', figured walnut stock with chequered Prince of Wales grip, chequered lever-release fore end, London black powder proof. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.
(109.3cm OAL)