Winter Sporting and Fine Arms Sale
Lot 137a:
Description
Cushioned rubber butt pad, chequered straight grip and forend. The rib engraved and inlaid "WILKES – MAKER – LEEDS". Hackett-type snap-on splinter forend with horn finial, non-rebounding hares’ ears hammers, top lever. The action delicately adorned with hunting scenes and acanthus highlights. Pre 1895 (early records lost).
Weight 6lb 6oz, Chambers 2 3/4", Choke Cyl, Cyl, Barrels 28 5/8", Pull 14 1/2", OAL 44"
FAA – Sect 2. A Shotgun Certificate or RFD required to bid on this item.
Condition report:
Proof 17mm,
Readings 17.05, 17.05,
Walls 37, 37,
Metal - B -,
Finish - B -,
Stock - C -,
Additional Comments, Sleeved to original damascus chambers. Chequering sharp,
stock refinished with Tru-oil.
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