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J. Purdey & Sons Self-Opening 12ga Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set with Case Guns International #: 103667123 Seller's Inventory #: 40953505 Category: Purdey Shotguns - Shotguns - English Double Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: MALLARDS SHOOTING SUPPLY AND APPAREL Company: MALLARDS SHOOTING SUPPLY AND APPAREL Member Since: 5/10/23 First Name: MALLARDS Last Name: SALES CONSULTANT State: Florida Zip: 34428 Country: United States Phone: (352) 794-3507 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 144 Total Number of Listings: 2061 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Please Note: All sales are final. We offer a 3-day inspection period beginning upon delivery to your selected FFL. If you're not satisfied for any reason during this time, you may return the firearm, no questions asked, with a 25% restocking fee. We never charge credit card fees or add hidden costs of any kind. Looking for the best deal? Contact us directly, we’re committed to offering the most competitive pricing and will match any advertised price on the same firearm. Payment Types Accepted: VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, AMERICAN EXPRESS, CASH. CHECK. CASHIERS CHECK. MONEY ORDER, About Us: Mallards Shooting Supply and Apparel is Central Florida’s newest premier gun store. Don’t let the name fool you. Mallards Shooting Supply and Apparel isn’t just for duck hunters. Whether you hunt birds or big game, maybe you’re not a hunter at all and just like to shoot either way Mallards Shooting Supply has you covered. Mallards Shooting Supply has a large selection for all disciplines. From trap and skeet, Sporting Clays, personal and home defense, tactical, long range shooting, plinking, first time gun owners, etc. Mallards Shooting Supply has something for you! We are all highly trained and will offer the best customer service in the world at Mallards. Come in and see us! We welcome you! We look forward to visiting with you. Description: A superb James Purdey & Sons best-quality sidelock ejector completed circa 1966 and documented on page 195 of Donald Dallas’ “Purdey Gun and Rifle Makers: The Definitive History.” Built by one of the world’s most prestigious fine-gun makers, this Purdey combines classic London craftsmanship, a Beesley patent self-opening action, two matching-numbered 12 gauge barrel sets, and its maker’s leather motor case—an exceptional collector-grade offering. Completed circa 1966, according to page 195 of Donald Dallas’ “Purdey Gun and Rifle Makers: The Definitive History” Made by James Purdey & Sons, long regarded as one of the world’s premier makers of fine guns and rifles Best-quality London double with traditional Purdey craftsmanship and highly desirable collector provenance Barrel construction and configuration: Blued steel chopperlump barrels, a premium barrel-making method associated with high-grade British doubles Raised, matted, flat tapered solid rib Single bead sight “J. PURDEY & SONS.” engraved on the left tube “AUDLEY HOUSE. SOUTH AUDLEY STREET. LONDON. ENGLAND.” engraved on the right tube Single band of engraving at the breech Import mark located under the forend Period London nitro proof marks on the flats 2 3/4 inch chambers Equipped with Purdey’s Wem ejectors Chokes marked “60%” on the right rear lump and “75%” on the left rear lump Action and engraving: Casehardened Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action, one of Purdey’s most celebrated and collectible mechanical designs Near full-coverage classic Purdey bouquet and scroll engraving “J. PURDEY & SONS.” signature on each lockplate “J. PURDEY & SONS/LONDON/ENGLAND” marked on the underside Bushed firing pins Purdey’s gate single trigger Ribbed cocking indicators on both lockplates Gilded lock work Tang-mounted manual safety Gold-inlaid “SAFE” indicator Stock and forend: Beautifully figured walnut Multi-point checkered beavertail forend Engraved blued forend iron Anson button forend release Straight-hand stock Teardrop carved drop points Gold “KAW” inlaid directly into the stock Silver’s type rubber recoil pad Additional matching barrel set: Includes a second matching-numbered 12 gauge barrel set Second barrel set measures 26 1/2 inches Included maker’s case and accessories: Maker’s leather motor case Canvas cover Factory data sheet on the interior lid Pair of turnscrews Cleaning tools Spare set of strikers Measurements for the 26 1/2 inch barrel set, right/left: Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: Both proofed at .729 inches Both measured .731 inches Choke constriction: .007/.021 inches Minimum wall thickness: .037/.036 inches Barrel and stock measurements, right/left: Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: Both proofed at .729 inches Measured .734/.731 inches Choke constriction: .014/.041 inches Minimum wall thickness: .031/.032 inches Drop at comb: 1 5/8 inches Drop at heel: 2 3/8 inches Length of pull: 14 7/16 inches Cast-on Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. Collector appeal: Documented in Donald Dallas’ definitive Purdey history, adding important published provenance Built by James Purdey & Sons at Audley House, one of the most respected names in fine gunmaking Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action is a hallmark of Purdey excellence and a major desirability factor Two matching-numbered 12 gauge barrel sets provide valuable versatility and completeness Maker’s leather motor case, canvas cover, factory data sheet, tools, and spare strikers enhance originality, presentation, and long-term collector value Condition Very good overall, retaining 90% original blue finish with some brown hue on the barrels, 80% original dark case colors, some minor scattered spotting, mild handling evidence, some clouding in the wood finish, slightly oversized recoil pad, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine and the extra barrel set is very good. Price: $28,999.99 Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge Manufacturer: Purdey J & Sons Ltd Model: SxS Serial Number: 27430 Barrel Length: 28 inch solid rib Condition: The bores are mostly bright with very minor streaks.