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Westley Richards Shotguns
Pinfire Shotguns

Westley Richards Pinfire Shotgun 12 GA

Description:
Westley Richards 1864 Patent Bar-in-Wood Pinfire Shotgun, 12 Gauge (Extremely Fine Museum-Quality Restoration – 1865, Damascus Barrels, Original Case)
Specifications:

• Caliber: 12 Gauge Pinfire
• Barrels: 29" well-rebrowned twist Damascus barrels with vivid pattern, signed “WESTLEY RICHARDS, 170 NEW BOND ST LONDON” on the top rib
• Action: Westley Richards 1864 Patent single-bite bar-in-wood action with waisted top-lever, patent no. 2623 of 1864, breech face marked patent use number “5”
• Locks: Borderline engraved bar-action locks signed “WESTLEY RICHARDS”, borderline engraved hammers
• Stock: Well-restored walnut with chequered wrist, crab-claw joint at hinge, chequered walnut splinter fore-end with moulded horn tip and cross-key fastener
• Condition: Extremely fine museum-quality restoration — bright bores, crisp legends, vivid Damascus pattern, mechanically excellent. Original canvas-covered mahogany case with green baize lining, solid partitions, and parchment maker’s/instruction labels
• Serial Number: 3283
• Accessories: Original makers canvas-covered mahogany case with labels
• Manufacturer: Westley Richards, London, England (circa 1865)
• Status: Antique / Pinfire
• Shipping: Free shipping, no credit card fees

This is a beautiful and historically significant Westley Richards 1864 Patent Bar-in-Wood Pinfire Shotgun dating to circa 1865. It features 29" twist Damascus barrels that have been expertly rebrowned, displaying a vivid and attractive pattern. The top rib is signed with the early London address “170 New Bond Street.”
The action is the desirable Westley Richards patent single-bite bar-in-wood design with waisted top-lever, clearly marked with patent number 2623 of 1864 and use number “5” on the breech face. The borderline engraved bar-action locks and hammers retain crisp signatures and engraving.
The walnut stock has been very well restored (possibly period work by the makers), featuring a chequered wrist, crab-claw hinge joint, and a chequered splinter fore-end with horn tip. The gun balances and handles beautifully.

Condition is extremely fine after restoration: bright bores, crisp legends, vivid Damascus pattern, and mechanically excellent throughout. It is housed in its original canvas-covered mahogany case with green baize lining, solid partitions, and original parchment maker’s and instruction labels.

A rare and elegant example of mid-Victorian English gunmaking by one of London’s premier makers. Perfect for collectors of fine pinfire shotguns or Victorian-era firearms. Click “Buy It Now” or contact me today!
Purchase Details:

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Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Westley Richards
Model: Pinfire
Serial Number: 3283
Barrel Length: 29