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The rifle is mounted with an attractively figured and multi-point checkered beavertail forend with engraved shoe
and Anson button release as well as a gorgeous highly figured pistol grip stock with teardrop carved drop points, casehardened and engraved trapdoor grip cap, large shadowline cheekpiece, gold inscription oval engraved “S/M/D”
in fine script, rear sling eyelet, and engraved blued steel buttplate. Included is a fine oak & leather takedown case fitted with a brass plaque on the lid inscribed “S. DIEFENTHAL/NEW ORLEANS” as well as a Holland & Holland trade label and H&H registration label numbered to the gun. The case holds an extra set of firing pins, a leather sling, H&H oiler, snap caps, funnel, firing pin removal turnscrew, and cleaning tools. The length of pull is 13 5/8 inches. Weight 8 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: Very fine overall, retaining 95% of the professionally refurbished blue finish on the barrels with some minor tiny spotting on the left as well as some professionally reapplied bluing, 97% rich original case colors on the action with a small area of spotting at either signature banner, some slight muzzle wear, and minor handling evidence. The wood has been wonderfully freshened and shows a few minor scratches and pressure marks as well as sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with evidence of a well travelled life. Do not miss this chance to own a beautiful example of a “golden age” rifle from one of England’s finest makers!
Estimate: 35,000 - 50,000
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