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

Lot 456

Ƒ B.S.A. Co.: a rare .303 Lee-Speed bolt action sporting rifle for Royal Naval issue, serial number

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £819

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Description

Ƒ B.S.A. Co.: a rare .303 Lee-Speed bolt action sporting rifle for Royal Naval issue, serial number 14198S, barrel 25.25 in., back sight with one standing and two folding leaves (100/200/300 yards) and a folding ladder graduated to 1,000 yards, action marked 'B.S.A.Co.' to the right of the socket and 'N' over 'NO.4.S.C.' over a broad arrow mark, bolt with dust cover and safety catch on cocking piece, flattened bolt handle knob, five-round magazine, chequered half stock, later Birmingham proof. Section 1 - A Firearms Certificate or RFD Authority is required to purchase this lot.



(111.3cm OAL)

The George Geear Collection