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CONDITION: Very good with dark brown patina along the barrel as well as visible Damascus patterns, dark patina on
the trigger guard, mostly light gray patina on the remaining metal surfaces, distinct markings and patterns on most of the components aside from the trigger guard, and mild overall wear including light oxidation. The stock is good with
a partially stabilized cracks in the forend, faint crack in the wrist, absent wrist escutcheon, attractive figure on the butt, and minor wear on the otherwise distinct checkering. Mechanically fine. Overall a very interesting and attractive English sporting rifle by one of London’s finest gunmakers.
Estimate: 6,500 - 9,500
CONDITION: Very fine with 85% plus original brown finish, 75% plus original case colors with some fading, small spots of oxidation staining, and generally minimal
overall wear. Aside from some small chips at the
edges of the forearm, the stock shows and old revarnish with crisp checkering and faint handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are good.
Provenance: Chaliat of Rue Biron, The Norman R. Blank Collection.
Estimate: 4,000 - 6,000
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