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Westley Richards 8 Bore Percussion Double Rifle RARE 1860's Elephant Gun Fully Rifled SxS
Guns International #: 101575623 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Double Rifles - Bore or Gauge - Double Rifles - English
Seller's Information
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Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Member Since: 1/27/12
First Name: Greg
Last Name: Schimetschek
State: Connecticut
Zip: 06423
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 873-1092
Number of Active Listings: 4
Total Number of Listings: 217
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire
About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Description:
*SALE PENDING* Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We also specialize in antique cars & petroliana, Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts, 19th century nautical & western memorabilia, early Bowie and folding knives, American folk art, and colonial era furnishings. Visit us online at JeremiahJohnsonTrading or find us on Facebook. Our shop is located at 1618 Saybrook Rd. Haddam, CT. Look for the gold '55 Chevy road sign! ~Trades and offers are always considered~ Extremely Rare Westley Richards, Birmingham, England 8 Bore Percussion Double Barrel Dangerous Game Rifle with Fully Rifled Barrels & Gujarat, India Markings, .84 Cal, mfg. circa 1860. This is an extraordinary example of a true purpose built Victorian elephant gun by one of the greatest makers of all time. Most of the early muzzleloading era elephant guns were nothing more than cut down large bore duck guns repurposed to fire massive lead balls. Smoothbores were common as they were quicker and easier to reload on horseback and produced less recoil than a rifled bore. This double rifle would have been made to order for an English sportsman or hunter traveling to India during the British Raj and it's lack of embellishments only reflects the purity of the gun's intended purpose. Incredibly it remains in wonderful untouched condition throughout and is 100% original as manufactured. The Birmingham proofed Damascus barrels measure 21 7/8" long (factory length, not cut!) and feature a dovetailed iron blade front sight with standing leaf rear sight. The inside diameter of the bores measure approximately .845" across the lands and .895" across the grooves. Both locks are inscribed "WESTLEY RICHARDS" with "LONDON" on the upper rib. The metal has a smooth dark plum patina overall with the barrels showing approximately 70% thinned Damascus pattern. The stock features a checkered wrist with short forearm and retains a pleasing untouched finish. There are a couple short stable hairline cracks just behind the barrel tang with some minor edge chipping along the forearm and a tight 1 1/2" crack above the wedge on the right side. The iron buttplate is marked with the number "50" in Gujarati which would suggest the rifle spent some time in the Indian sate of Gujarat. Original iron triggerguard, patchbox, barrel wedge, forend tip, ramrod pipe, and sling swivel eyes. Wonderful robust ebony ramrod with brass tip and worm. Both hammers are matching originals with clean original nipples. Both action are crisp and function perfectly. They feature a mechanical half cock position with external stalking safeties which all function properly. The fully rifled bores feature remarkably sharp four-groove rifling front to back with typical light blackpowder frosting and fine pinprick pitting throughout. They are very clean overall and should prove quite serviceable if one ever chose to fire this beast. The barrels are thick walled with no dents and perfect original ribs. The rifle weighs 10 lbs 4 oz. This is a very special opportunity to own an incredibly unique big bore double rifle which can truly be considered the rarest of the rare. Finding a quality factory built double barrel elephant rifle from the mid 19th century is just about unheard of! A most exciting and impressive centerpiece for any collection. Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique firearms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique firearm" will hence include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique firearms. Antique firearms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique firearms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City (or residents thereof). Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any handgun (antique or muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction) shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. No international sales of antique firearms which may fire conventional metallic cartridges or any reproductions regardless of ignition. Antique muzzleloaders, or antiques which fire obsolete cartridges, may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Payment can be made by money order, banker's check, personal check, or credit card (no fees). Please allow 7-10 business days for clearance on personal checks. If paying by credit card please call us directly to process your order. If not satisfied with an item within 3 days of receiving it, simply return the item in the same condition as shipped for a full refund, minus return shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembly, or altering of a firearm in any way will void inspection privileges. Layaway may be allowed upon negotiation, but will void inspection privileges. Buyer pays actual shipping & insurance costs. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account however it will be noted that any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with our business. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All firearms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. Message or call with any questions about this firearm, or any of our other items at 860-873-1092 (office) or 860-345-2100 (shop).
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: 8 Bore
Manufacturer: Westley Richards
Model: Dangerous Game Double Rifle
Barrel Length: 21 7/8
Weight: 10 lbs 4 oz
Manufacture Date: Circa 1860