J. Purdey Sons 12Ga O/U - Best Grade Sidelock 30 inch Barrels, Cased
Guns International #: 102294388 Seller's Inventory #: 001
Category: Purdey Shotguns - Shotguns - Live Pigeon

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Seller: GJRoberts
Member Since: 4/10/23
First Name: George
Last Name: Roberts
State: Wisconsin
Zip: 53092
Country: United States
Phone: (414) 218-8717
Number of Active Listings: 2
Total Number of Listings: 2
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Buyer responsible for insurance and shipping costs
Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers Check, Wire Transfer



Description:
For Sale or Trade
J. Purdey & Sons, 12 gauge Sidelock Ejector Best Grade Over/Under.
Circa 1974, this single trigger vent rib shotgun is an outstanding example of the highest quality English craftsmanship.
The color case hardening overlaid with Best Grade English Scroll engraving, combined with Deluxe English Walnut monte carlo stock buttstock and semi beavertail forend, resulted in a classic Pigeon and Trap and Wildfowl gun. It is chambered 2 ¾” with 3 ½ Tonne Proof for heavy loads, has 30” barrels with ventilated file cut rib and is choked F/M. Safety is non-autmatic. Bore diameters are 0.729 and unmodified from original proof marks.
Additional features include:
Deluxe Quality wood, capped and engraved pistol grip, leather covered pad.   The Mont Carlo dimensions are LOP 14 ¾, DAC 1 ½, DAH 1 ¾ with 1/8 cast off for RH shooter.
Semi Beavertail forearm with Anson-Dealey release.
Factory leather case with Dust Cover and straps – 98%+ condition with no observable wear, no scratches or stains.
Case includes:
Snap Caps (2)
Oil Bottle
Shell extractor
Rosewood cleaning rods, bore brush, mop and jag
Purdey black leather with gold maker’s label
Specifications label
Purdey care Instructions in envelope 
Summary –
98% Blue, original finish, and 99+% colors. Stock is 98% with a few small locker rash scratches, no dents or gouges. 98+% Color case with no wear on forearm or lower action for careless handling.
Current replacement for bespoke order for same features approximately 148,000 Pounds Sterling and two year lead time (minimum).
Price $87, 000 – approximately 50% of new price. Open to Trade discussions. Shipping & Insurance negotiable based on buyer location.
 

Price: $87,000.00

Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Bore: 0.729
Chambers: 2 3/4
Ejectors: auto ejectors
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrels: 30 inches
Barrel Type: O/U
Action: Sidelock
Triggers: Single
Stock: Monte Carlo
Stock Dimensions:
14 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 1 3/4
Stock Comb: 1 1/2
Stock Heel: 1 3/4
Stock Cast: 1/8
Fore End: Beavertail
Butt Pad: Silvers
LOP: 14 1/2
Rib: Ventilated
Finish: Color Case/Blue
Weight: 8
Manufacture Date: 1974
Chokes: F/M
Engraving: English Scroll
Case: Leather/Canvas Cover
Item Location: WI
Proof:Nitro: 3 1/2 tonnes