Guns International #: 103195081
Seller's Inventory #: 15CA-2025
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Guns International #: 103195081
Category - Shotguns - English Double
- Shotguns - English
Rosson & Sons BLE 20ga 29 1/4" Barrel Length
Description: Northern Wings and Clays is pleased to announce the acquisition of the personal gun collection of famed shooter and former owner of Atkin, Grant and Lang London, Mr. Cyrill Adams. Mr. Adams the author of Live Pigeon Trap Shooting and Lock, Stock and Barrel was extraordinarily influential in shaping the continuing legacy of English Shot Guns worldwide. Mr. Adams’ unwavering attention to detail was well known and highly respected. All of the guns in his collection represent his commitment to detail and excellence. Northern Wings and Clays thanks the family of Mr. Adams for accepting our offer to purchase and represent this collection. For more information about Mr. Adams please visit Cyril S. Adams1938-2020 | Shooting Sportsman Magazine Rosson 20 Gauge – Cyril Adams Collection, Ribless Ejector, London Reproofed for Modern Loads Offered for sale is a rare and elegant Rosson 20 gauge single-shot boxlock ejector, serial number 2720, originally built in England and part of the private collection of legendary gunmaker and authority Cyril Adams. This graceful gun features: • 29 1/4” ribless barrel, delivering a sleek, minimalist aesthetic • London reproofed for modern 2 3/4” loads, certified for 1 oz+ pressures • Boxlock action with ejector, highly unusual for a single-barrel configuration • Weight: just 5 lbs 11 oz, making it a perfect candidate for upland field use • Solid English walnut stock, finely checkered, with classic proportions The gun’s serial number, 2720, dates it to the early 20th century and it bears modern London proof marks, having been reproofed during Cyril’s stewardship. It retains a deep patina and shows all the signs of being carefully preserved by a discerning hand. An ideal choice for the dedicated upland hunter or English shotgun enthusiast looking to own a piece of refined British sporting history—especially with the added prestige of its Cyril Adams provenance. Shotgun Gauge: 20 Gauge Manufacturer: Rosson & Sons Model: BLE Serial Number: 2720 Barrel Length: 29 1/4 Bore Info: Excellent Chambers: 2 3/4 Ejectors: BLE Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Excellent Barrels: Single barrel Barrel Type: Single shot Action: BLE Triggers: Single Stock: English Walnut Stock Comb: 1 1/2 Stock Heel: 2 1/8 Stock Cast: 1/4" Off Butt Pad: Leather covered pad LOP: 14 7/8 Weight: 5.11 oz Sights: Brass Bead Chokes: Fixed Full Case: Leather Mutton Item Location: Michigan Price: $4,799.00 Buy Now Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 103195081
Seller's Inventory #: 15CA-2025
Guns International #: 103195081
Seller's Inventory #: 15CA-2025