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James Purdey (Alex Henry Patent) falling block single shot rifle 577 Express
Guns International #: 100802539 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Purdey Rifles - Alexander Henry Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: swt577
Member Since: 3/4/13
First Name: Scott
State: Wisconsin
Zip: 54956
Country: United States
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 7
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Additional Photos Available Upon Request
Payment Types Accepted: Cashier's Check/Money Order
Description:
For sale is an exquisite James Purdey (Alex Henry) falling block 577 Express rifle.
The rifle carries black powder proof marks and is chambered for the 2 3/4" 577 Express cartridge. The barrel is 28" long, with a full length rib that is engine turned over the entire length, except for a non-embellished banner that reads "James Purdey 314 1/2 Oxford Street London."
The action is engraved "Alex'r Henry Patent" and has a left side hammer with typical Alexander Henry stepped lock plate. Bore is excellent - no pitting or frosting. Single standing rear sight has platinum center line and is finely engraved "100 yds".
Wood is very good, showing a few handling marks commensurate with age. Rather than a typical pointed widow’s peak, steel butt plate has a pleasing, rounded peak at the heel of the stock. Length of pull is 14 3/8", and no discernable cast so it is suitable for both right and left handed shooters.
Serial number is 8901.
A fantastic rifle that exhibits the best of both worlds - London (James Purdey) and Edinburgh (Alex'r Henry)!
Any collector of fine vintage rifles will find nothing to be unhappy about with this one, however buyer will be granted full visual inspection privileges for a period of three days (buyer pays return shipping and insurance).
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: James Purdey
Model: Alexander Henry Patent falling block action
Serial Number: 8901
Caliber Info: 577 2 3/4
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: No - extractor lever
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrels: 28
Barrel Type: Steel
Action: Falling Block
Triggers: Single
Stock: Walnut
Stock Dimensions:
14 3/8
Stock Cast: none
Fore End: Alex Henry
Butt Pad: Steel
LOP: 14 3/8
Rib: Full Length engine turned
Sights: Single Standing - 100 yds
Manufacture Date: 1873
Engraving: Best Scroll
Case: None
Item Location: Wisconsin
Proof:Black: Black Powder