Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024
Lot 350
A rare .550 T. Wilson patent capping breech-loading military trials rifle, serial number A161,
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £1260
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Description
A rare .550 T. Wilson patent capping breech-loading military trials rifle, serial number A161, barrel 32 in., Birmingham Proof, sliding breech block inscribed 'T. WILSON'S PATENT', hinged breech block handle with large chequered head sitting low over the wrist, transverse locking slide above the lock, Tower lock plate dated 1861, full stock with steel furniture and two barrel bands, jag head clearing rod. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.
(124cm OAL)
The George Geear Collection