For Sale Henry Atkin(From Purdey's), Sidelever, 12ga. ,30", London Best

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  1. Jim Veta

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    Henry Atkin(From Purdey's), London Best, 12ga, Side Lever, 30" rounded edge action Description:
    For sale is a beautiful London Best Henry Atkin(From Purdey's). The elegant side lock, side lever circa 1890. In 12 ga. 30" barrels. Originally made for the Marques of Winchester. The right bore is .729 and choked .010(I. C.) The left bore is .729 and choked .020(mod.) 2.75" chamber and beautifully sleeved. The weight is balanced at the hinge pin. 6lbs 9oz. The rib is stamped "Sir Joseph Whitworth Fluid Pressed Steel Barrels."#1 gun of a pair. Intercepting sears. Stanton locks. 15 1/2 inch LOP. DAC 1.5". DAH 2.25". Double triggers and English stock. Beautiful grained wood. Everything is on face and tight. Ejectors are strong and timed. Beaded fences. Very fine Rose and Scroll engraving. Raised solid rib. Rt. barrel wall is .035 thick. Lt. barrel wall is .033 thick. Makers leather case. A true master piece of that era. Offered at a very reasonable price. The photos will show you everything. Jim Veta. 310-291-1784. jveta@aol.com

    Price: $9,800.00

    Manufacturer: Henry Atkin(From Purdey's)
    Model: Sidelever
    Serial Number: 573
    Caliber: 12ga
    Bore: .729 both barrels
    Chambers: 2.75"
    Ejectors: yes
    Condition: 95%
    Metal Condition: 96%
    Wood Condition: restored 98%
    Bore Condition: bright and shiny no pits
    Barrels: 30"
    Barrel Type: Fluid steel Sleeved
    Action: Hammerless
    Triggers: Double
    Gauge: 12ga
    Stock: English
    Stock Comb: 1.5
    Stock Heel: 2.25
    Stock Cast: nominal cast off
    Fore End: splinter
    Butt Pad: checkered
    LOP: 15 1/2"
    Rib: raised solid
    Finish: blued and very little case colors
    Weight: six pounds nine ounces
    Sights: front bead
    Manufacture Date: 1890
    Chokes: fixed
    Choke Left: .020
    Choke Right: .010
    Engraving: English rose and scroll
    Case: Makers leather case
    Item Location: Reno, NV.
    Proof: Nitro: yes
    Minimum Wall Thickness Left: .033
    Minimum Wall Thickness Right: .035

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    Price lowered 8500.00.