Autumn Sale of Fine and Sporting Arms

W. & C. SCOTT A 10-BORE (2 5/8") 1865 PATENT TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN Ser No 15575

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Estimated price: £1,600 - £2,200

Auction house commission: 25%

VAT: On commission only

Ribbed vulcanite butt, chequered, rounded semi-pistol grip and forend. Rebarrelled with finely figured Damascus barrels, broad, plain rib. Delicate foliate engraved throughout lock plates, fence and action with bright finish.

Proofed 1875 – 1887
Reproofed 1904 – 1925 – for nitro
Reproofed post 1954 – fallen out of proof
Sect 58
Weight 8lb, Barrel 30”, Choke 18, 21, Chambers – Chamberless (2 5/8”), Pull 14 ½”
Proof 751, Readings .752 .753, Walls 32 32

M-C, F-C, W-B.

Finish to the barrels thinning. The action slightly softened and bright. The stock lustrous with only superficial marking.