James Purdey & Sons 12 Bore Self-Opening Sidelock Ejector Serial No. 21712

Description:
A 12 bore self opening sidelock ejector from 1920, 29" Whitworth steel nitro chipperlump barrels, the rib engraved 'J PURDEY & SONS. AUDLEY HOUSE. SOUTH AUDLEY STREET. LONDON. MADE OF SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH'S FLUID PRESSED STEEL. and '2', 2-1/2" chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, toplever engraved '2', automatic safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, removable striker discs, cocking-indicators, best fine acanthus scroll engraving with floral bouquets, retaining traces of renewed colour-hardening and finish, 15-1/8 inch stock including 1-1/8 inch wooden extension, weight 6lb 14oz. in a brass-cornered oak and leather case.

Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: J Purdey & Sons
Model: Sidelock
Serial Number: 21712
Barrel Length: 29
Chambers: 2-1/2
Ejectors: Yes
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrels: Blacked
Barrel Type: Whitworth Steel
Action: Self-Opening Sidelock Ejector
Triggers: Double
Stock: Walnut
Stock Comb: 1-1/2 inch
Stock Heel: 1-3/4 inch
Stock Cast: 1/8" On
Fore End: Splinter
Butt Pad: Checkered Wood
LOP: 15-1/8
Rib: Smooth Concave
Weight: 6lb. 14oz.
Sights: Bead
Manufacture Date: 1920
Choke Left: 1/2
Choke Right: 1/4
Engraving: Fine Acanthus Scroll
Case: No
Proof:Nitro: Yes
Minimum Wall Thickness Left: 23
Minimum Wall Thickness Right: 22
Grips: English Straight

Price: $23,995.00