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Category - Purdey Shotguns - Shotguns - English

Category
Purdey Shotguns
Shotguns - English

J. Purdey 12 Bore Island Lock Hammergun with 29-1/4” Nitro Damascus Barrels – No. 2 of a Pair

Description:
Handsome back action island lock Purdey hammer game gun with nicely figured 29-1/4” nitro Damascus barrels. This Purdey is serial number 7946 and is the No. 2 gun of a pair. Thumbhole lever opening allows the action to be opened when the right hammer is cocked. Made 1869 -70 this island lock hammergun has rebounding hammers and a grip safety. Presented in its oak and leather case with maker’s label, charge card, and accessories including Purdey oil bottle, mahogany cleaning rod, and leather hand guard. Recently completely restored in the UK this Purdey hammergun is in great condition. Weighs 6lb 10oz.

The 29-1/4” nitro Damascus barrels are nicely figured were reproofed for 2-3/4” cartridges in London in 2001. They are topped by a raised solid concave gamestyle rib which is inscribed “J. Purdey 314-1/2 Oxford Street London”. The right barrel is bored 0.743 with a constriction 0.009 for Improved Cylinder choke. Minimum wall thickness is 0.021. The left barrel is bored 0.745 and has a constriction of 0.011 for Improved Cylinder choke. Minimum wall thickness is 0.022.

The straight grip stock and splinter forearm are made of figured European walnut with crisp checkering, satin oil finish, and a fairly new leather recoil pad. There are some minor handling marks on the stock. Stock dimensions are 15” by 1-9/16” by 2-3/8”. Cast off for the righthand shot. There are some scuff marks on the left lockplate.

This is your chance to own a legendary "island lock" Purdey game gun. This is a great handling double that has a lot of stories left to tell. Start making your own legends.

  ***   Please note that the photographs are part of the description. 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 which begins when it arrives at the buyer’s FFL or specified address if the gun is classified as an Antique. Returns at buyer’s expense.

 

Price: $11,995.00

Antique: Yes