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Shotguns - English Double
Shotguns - English

Henry Atkins (formerly of Purdey's)

Description:
Makers Matched Pair of Henry Atkin (From Purdeys) Self-Opening Sidelock Ejector Side-by-Side Shotguns, 12 Gauge Serial Numbers 1 & 2 in Gold – 1916 & 1923 Production
Specifications (identical for both guns):

• Caliber: 12 Gauge, 2 1/2" chambers
• Barrels: 28" steel barrels, choked Improved Cylinder / Modified
• Action: Side-by-Side, true self-opening sidelock (Atkin spring-assisted), double triggers, automatic ejectors
• Length of Pull (LOP): 14 1/2" (including leather-covered recoil pads)
• Drop at Comb (DAC): 1 1/2"
• Drop at Heel (DAH): 2 1/4"
• Cast: Neutral 
• Weight: 6 lbs 7 oz each
• Condition: Very fine as professionally refreshed – bright bores, tight on face, excellent mechanics; metal retains strong original color and finish, stocks very fine with light handling marks, leather cheek pads in excellent order
• Engraving & Markings: Classic Atkin house scroll, numbered “1” and “2” in gold at breeches
• Case: Original makers oak & leather partitioned case with brass corners, trade label, and full complement of accessories
• Status: C&R eligible

Henry Atkin (From Purdeys) Makers Matched Pair – The Ultimate Pre-War British Best Guns
An extraordinarily rare and desirable factory-matched pair of Henry Atkin self-opening sidelock ejectors, built by one of the most respected names to ever leave Audley House. Henry Atkin – head of the Purdey actioning department before founding his own firm in 1914 – produced only a handful of true best guns before his untimely death in 1931. These two guns, completed in 1916 and 1923, represent the pinnacle of his personal work: Assisted-opening (self-opening) sidelocks – a feature found on only the finest London guns of the era.

Both guns remain tight on face with brilliant bores and exhibit the legendary Atkin balance that made his guns the choice of discerning sportsmen worldwide. The 28" barrels are choked IC/Mod – perfect for driven grouse, walked-up pheasant, or high birds – while the featherweight 6 lb 7 oz build and 14 1/2" stocks with leather-covered pads deliver lightning-fast handling.

Housed in their original makers oak & leather case with brass corners, trade label, and accessories, this pair has been professionally refreshed yet retains honest originality throughout.
Investment Highlights:

• True makers-matched pair from one of the most revered names in British gunmaking
• Self-opening sidelocks – rarer than most Purdeys of the same era

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a factory-matched Henry Atkin pair – arguably the finest British game guns outside Purdey or Holland & Holland. Click “Buy It Now” or call 478-337-1000 to secure this legendary duo today!
Purchase Details:

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Manufacturer: Henry Atkin
Model: Sidelock
Serial Number: 2335 / 2606
Barrel Length: 28

Price: $7,495.00
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