Matched Pair of James Purdey Self-Opening SxS Shotguns, 12 Gauge

Description:
Matched Pair of James Purdey Self-Opening SxS Shotguns, 12 Gauge (c. 1906 – Very Good Plus, Scroll & Bouquet Engraved Sidelocks, Maker’s Case)
Specifications:

• Caliber: 12 Gauge, 2 1/2" chambers (both guns)
• Barrels: 30" (assumed standard Purdey length) with single bead front sight, choked Skeet & Skeet Minimal Wall Thickness (#1 R .021  L .020  #2  R .019  L .025)
• Action: Self-opening sidelock with scroll and bouquet engraving, case-colored finish, cocking indicators, striker discs, double triggers, pen safety, and ejectors
• Length of Pull (LOP): – Gun #1: 15 9/16" (over 1" wooden extension) – Gun #2: 15 1/2" (over 1" wooden extension)
• Drop at Comb (DAC): 1 5/8" (both)
• Drop at Heel (DAH): 2 3/8" (both)
• Cast: 10mm cast-off (both)
• Weight: – Gun #1: 6 lbs 5 oz – Gun #2: 6 lbs 11 oz
• Stock: Checkered walnut straight grip, nicely figured; Gun #1 with gold inlaid initial plate in toe line and gold “SAFE” on upper tang; number “1” on take-down lever
• Condition: Very good plus overall — actions and engraving remain crisp; barrels have been reblued at some point in their history; tight on face and mechanically excellent
• Serial Numbers: 18732 & 18733 (consecutive matched pair)
• Accessories: Maker’s case
• Manufacturer: James Purdey & Sons, London, England
• Status: C&R / Antique (c. 1906)
• Shipping: Free shipping, no credit card fees

This is a desirable consecutive serial numbered matched pair of James Purdey self-opening side-by-side shotguns made circa 1906. Both guns feature beautifully scroll and bouquet engraved case-colored sidelock actions with cocking indicators, striker discs, self-opening mechanism, double triggers, pen safety, and ejectors.
The checkered walnut straight-grip stocks are nicely figured and proportioned for fast handling. Gun #1 includes a gold inlaid initial plate in the toe line, gold “SAFE” on the upper tang, and “1” engraved on the take-down lever. Gun #2 is nearly identical in configuration and appearance.
Both guns remain in very good plus condition with crisp engraving and tight lockup. The barrels were reblued sometime in their history.
Housed together in the original maker’s case.

An opportunity to own a genuine early 20th-century Purdey matched pair with self-opening actions — perfect for the collector or serious side-by-side enthusiast. Click “Buy It Now” or contact me today!

Purchase Details:

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Manufacturer: Purdey
Model: Self Oening
Serial Number: 18732/3
Barrel Length: 30

Price: $14,995.00
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