Why are we offering this gun at such a super price? To be up front, it is because it is out of proof as the chambers measure 2 3/4" and the gun is proofed for 2 1/2". Like many Boss\'s ,Purdey’s, and Hollands that have been here in the states a long time, this guns chambers were lengthened to 2  ¾â€? so it could use the American shells. Now we have access to 2.5â€? shells here in America (see rstshells) but ten years ago and earlier there were virtually none so many high end English guns in America then had their chambers lengthened 1/4".â€?

One could have this gun returned to the UK and reproofed for 2 3/4." This would significantly increase its value but would cost about 1k and would take six months to a year. We can arrange for this.

One could also just keep the gun as is and shoot it the rest of their life using the RST 2.5" shells and make a significant savings.

Boss guns are considered by many the BEST of the BEST and I can find no reason to dispute this.

*We can arrange to have the small stock extension removed and a BEST leather pad installed for only $300.00. *** Note: To see this gun with high resolution photos and a zoom-in feature, go to the vintagedoubles main site and search for the gun ID: 3508 or browse the main site to see our full gun collection.

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: Boss & Co. Classic English "BEST" Sidelock at a great price ! Summer Sale
Model: BEST
Serial Number: 5354
Ejectors: Yes
Barrels: 30
Barrel Type: Steel
Action: Sidelock
Gauge Info: 12 gauge
Stock Comb: 1 9/16
Stock Heel: 2 1/8
Stock Cast: 5/16
LOP: 14 5/8" ( 13 7/8" or
Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz.
Choke Left: .017 Mod
Choke Right: .007 IC
Proof:Nitro: 2 1/2
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .021
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .022