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J. Venables & Son 12 Bore Sidelock Ejector with Wonderful Engraving and Nitro Steel Barrels – “Between the Wars” - No. 1 of a Pair
Guns International #: 101625102 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Shotguns - English Double - Pairs of Shotguns
Seller's Information
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Seller: MacNab
Company: MacNab Fine Firearms
Member Since: 6/30/07
State: Virginia
Zip: 24523
Country: United States
Phone: (704) 796-6364
Number of Active Listings: 45
Total Number of Listings: 994
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers Check, U.S. Postal Money Order, Personal Check
Description:
John Venables started in business in the mid-19th century in Oxford, site of the famous university. His son joined the firm in the 1880’s and the firm remained in business until 1985! Venables was known for the hiqh quality of his guns and this one is a beautiful example of his work. Profusely engraved and the straight grip and splinter forearm made of nicely figured English walnut. Checkering is crisp. It has double triggers auto ejectors, and a hidden third fastener for strength. The Venables' records are sketchy but the information available indicates that no. 2723 was made in the 1930's and is No. 1 of a pair. Weighs 6lb 9oz. *** The 28” nitro steel barrels are chambered for 2-1/2” shotshells and have shiny bores. They are topped by a solid concave swamped game style rib. The rib is inscribed “A Venables & Son, Oxford”. The right barrel is bored 0.729 with a constriction of 0.008 for Improved Cylinder choke. Minimum wall thickness is 0.035. The left barrel is also bored 0.729 and has a constriction of 0.035 for Full choke. Minimum wall thickness is 0.031. The bluing is otherwise excellent but it does show a few wear marks possibly from being carried in a leg ‘o mutton case. *** The straight grip stock and splinter forearm are made of nicely figured English walnut and both the finish and checkering are in excellent condition. Stock dimensions are 14-3/16” over a thin buttplate by 1-1/2” by 2-14”. Cast off for the righthanded shot. *** SPECIAL NOTE: This gun is No. 1 of a pair and can be purchased with its consecutively serial numbered mate which is listed separately in their oak & leather double gun case with maker's label. Please contact me for details and a price. *** This double from a famed English provincial maker is in excellent mechanical condition, profusely engraved, and handles like a dream. Perfect for game or clays. You will be proud to uncase it at the range and enjoy carrying it afield. *** I am an FFL and will need a signed copy of your dealer’s FFL license. Not for sale where prohibited by state or local laws. Buyer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and any other related charges. I give a 3-day non-firing inspection period and will only accept returns at buyer’s expense.
SOLD