Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024
Lot 400
J. Purdey & Sons: a .577 Black Powder Express underlever hammer double rifle, serial number
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £3528
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Description
J. Purdey & Sons: a .577 Black Powder Express underlever hammer double rifle, serial number 10846, barrels 28 in. with part matted top rib inscribed 'J. PURDEY & SONS 314 1/2, OXFORD STREET LONDON', bead fore-sight with white flip-up secondary element, back sight with one standing and two folding leaves, London black powder proof, scroll engraved action and locks, back action lock plates inscribed 'J. PURDEY & SONS', chequered stock with Prince of Wales grip and Anson release fore-end. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.
(114cm OAL)
The George Geear Collection
Built in 1881 and chambered for the .577 2 3/4 in. case. Accompanied by a letter from the makers to the late George Geear.