Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024

Lot 393

Westley Richards: a .500/.450 (No 2 Musket) side lever falling block sporting rifle, serial number

Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £1134

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Description

Westley Richards: a .500/.450 (No 2 Musket) side lever falling block sporting rifle, serial number 3318, hexagonal barrel 30 in. with engine turned matting to the top flat and inscribed thereon 'WESTLEY RICHARDS. & CO. LONDON.', inscribed 'FOR NO 2 MUSKET CARTRIDGE' to the left shoulder flat, Cape back sight with one standing and five folding leaves supplemented by a ladder, Birmingham proof, scroll engraved action body inscribed with maker's name and 'DEELEY-EDGE PATENT' and with triangle trademark, chequered semi-pistol grip stock, forend with key fastener and horn cap, brass tipped wooden clearing rod. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.



(121cm OAL)

The George Geear Collection