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B) J. Purdey & Sons Shotgun - Serial
no. 29344, 12 gauge, 28 inch partial rib
bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut
stock. As described in “A”. Barrel and stock
measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine
inches from the breech both proofed and
measured at 18.5mm (.728 inches); Teague
thin wall chokes (full/modified installed);
minimum wall thickness .025/.025 inches; 1
1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel;
15 13/16 inch length of pull; cast-off;
weight 7 lbs. 11 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99%
professionally refurbished blue with slight
thinning on the triggerguard/lower tang,
95% original case colors with a few patches
of muting, minor handling evidence, some
thinned varnish on the left of the stock, and
sharp checkering on the stock and forend.
Additionally there is a dent in the right of
the bottom barrel mid-way through, which is
visible in the bore wall. Mechanically excellent.
Do not miss this chance at this wonderful
classically styled pair of Purdeys!
Provenance: The Bartlett Burnap Collection;
Property of a Gentleman.
Estimate: 47,500 - 65,000