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William Evans 12-Bore Boxlock Ejector | Neutral Cast | Intercepting Sears | 28" Barrels
Guns International #: 103186129 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Shotguns - English Double - William Evans Shotguns
Seller's Information
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Seller: BritishDoubles
Company: British Doubles
Member Since: 5/26/24
First Name: John
State: North Carolina
Zip: 27701
Country: United States
Phone: (919) 907-0925
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Free standard shipping with free returns
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Check
About Us: At British Doubles, our mission is to provide upland hunters and collectors with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions when buying and selling vintage English sporting arms. British Doubles aims to ensure the process is both transparent and enjoyable, so you can collect with confidence and trust.
Description:
A well-appointed William Evans 12-bore boxlock ejector, built on a best quality action supplied by Webley & Scott. The action is fitted with intercepting safety sears, a feature typically found on high-grade doubles. It also includes a third bite fastener via a dolls head rib extension, built on the Webley & Brain patent screw grip of 1882. These higher-grade actions were described by Scott themselves as having "extra best quality and finish throughout," and were priced at £50 in 1914, compared to just £18 for a grade 3 Webley action—a significant premium at the time.
William Evans traded under the style "William Evans (From Purdey's)," which was not uncommon, as many gunmakers referenced their famous former employers in their advertising.
This particular example features 28" barrels, Nitro proofed for 1 1/8oz, with clean bores that ring clear. Wall thickness is excellent, with both bores measuring over 30 thou. The barrels are on face and tight to the action, with mechanics that remain smooth and precise. The gun has a neutral cast, making it suitable for both right- and left-handed shooters.
Cosmetically, the gun exhibits near full-coverage border and floral engraving, all in excellent condition.
A classy boxlock, built with best quality adornment and features.
Details:
Date of Manufacture: 1912
FFL Status: Curio/Relic
Ejector: Yes
Weight: 6lb 7oz
Barrel Type: Fluid Steel
Barrel Length: 28"
Chamber Length: 2 1/2"
Proof: NITRO 1 1/8oz .729
Bore Diameter:
Right: .736
Left: .736
Minimum Wall Thickness (Thou):
Right: 30
Left: 34
Choke:
Right: .012
Left: .020
Stock Dimensions
LOP: 14 1/4"
DOC: 1 3/8"
DOH: 2"
Cast: Neutral
Free standard shipping with free returns
Price: $2,100.00
Curio/Relic: Yes
Serial Number: 10420
Barrel Length: 28
Chambers: 2 1/2" (65mm)
Stock Comb: 1 3/8
Stock Heel: 2
Stock Cast: neutral
LOP: 14 1/4
Manufacture Date: 1912
Choke Left: .020
Choke Right: .012
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: 30
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: 34