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Pair of Purdey full side lock double-barrel side by side shotguns, in original leather over oak carr

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:NA Estimated At:35,000.00 - 70,000.00 USD
Pair of Purdey full side lock double-barrel side by side shotguns, in original leather over oak carr
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Pair of Purdey full side lock double-barrel side by side shotguns, in original leather over oak carrying case with label in lid. Serial numbers “17550” and “17551”. The pair show 30” barrels, nitro proofed for 2-1/2” shells and 3 tons (now opened to 2-3/4”). Both guns are beautifully scroll and floral engraved and show best London quality. The pair have been English restored and show original case-hardening. Gun number 17550 shows light traces of case hardening gone to silver or natural grey metal with some light cleaning. Gun number 17551 shows traces of original case hardened colors, particularly on left lock, which shows considerable original rainbow colors. The engraving and metal on both frames is sharp and this work is expertly done as the locks meet the wood perfectly. Both barrels show an English refinish, of which 98 – 99% remains, and trigger guards, release levers, and small parts also professionally restored. The stocks are expertly refreshed, show nice burl wood grain, the guns are English style straight-stocked with checkered butts. The stocks measure 15-1/2” from the front trigger to the end of the checkered wood butts. The pair show automatic ejectors, double triggers, and are mechanically excellent with fine bores. They are cased within their original to-the-period English style red-lined case, which shows James Purdey label in lid with south Audley street address, and original label denoting charges showing correct serial number. The case remains in original very good condition and shows the name “H. D. Stanning”, “Leyland” embossed in top of leather cover. A classic pair of Purdey shotguns which would be prohibitive to replace at today’s exchange rates. Est. $35,000 - $70,000.