Rare J. Purdey 314 1/2 Oxford St London Top-Lever Hammer SXS 12Ga circa 1870 - Fine Condition

Description:
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"I can not find a serial number on the receiver or barrel; thus, it is probably under the sidelocks.  I am not going to pull the sideocks to find it.  I will leave that up to the buyer."  Make offer.

J. Purdey top-lever hammer side-by-side shotgun chambered in 12 gauge. Manufactured circa 1870 and marked “J. Purdey, 314½ Oxford St, London.” The shotgun features 30½-inch fine Damascus barrels with 2½-inch chambers and cylindrical chokes. It is configured with external hammers and a top-lever action typical of Purdey’s mid-18th-century design. The receiver and lockplates display scroll and foliate engraving, and the overall metal finish has naturally aged to a soft grey tone consistent with period steel.

The stock is an English straight-grip pattern with fine checkering at the wrist and forearm. The Damascus barrels retain visible patterning, and the bores are described as bright. This shotgun is used and dates to the late 18th century, representing an antique configuration from Purdey’s London workshop. The mechanical operation was noted as excellent at the time of description, with the locks and action retaining crisp engraving detail.

Overall fitment includes the original wood furniture and double triggers. The piece reflects Purdey’s craftsmanship of the era with matching serial and address markings. No modern accessories or packaging are included beyond the assembled firearm itself. As an antique, this 12-gauge Purdey hammer gun embodies period construction with Damascus barrels and engraved steel components from circa 1870.

This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure that they are fully functional to the best of our ability. 

Layaway: 1/3 down, 90 days
Shipping $75
Insurance is an extra and must be requested and paid for by the buyer
3-day inspection period for non-firing or disassembly
Payment:  Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle
New shipping hard case is $20 upon request
20% restocking fee on all returned items
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: J. Purdey
Model: Top-Lever SXS
Serial Number: None
Barrel Length: 30.5
Chambers: 2 1/2
Condition: Fine
Metal Condition: VG
Wood Condition: VG+
Bore Condition: VG+
Barrel Type: SxS
Action: Top-Lever Hammer
Triggers: Double
Stock: Walnut
Butt Pad: Factory Plate
LOP: 14 3/8
Finish: Oil
Weight: 8.6 lbs
Sights: Bead
Manufacture Date: circa 1870
Choke Left: Cyl
Choke Right: Cyl
Engraving: Hand Engraved
Case: Optional
Grips: Straight Checkered

Price: $3,999.00
Shipping: $75.00
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