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Stock and barrel measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both
proved at .729 inches and measured .730/.730 inches; choke constriction .009/.013 inches;
minimum wall thickness.024/.028 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch
length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs. 11 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% plus original London black finish on the barrels, forend release, and trigger
guard. The locks and action retain 99% original case colors with muting in some areas. The gun shows minor overall
handling evidence and crisp engraving. The wood is very fine with scattered light marks, a few small chips at the toe, some
discoloration to the gold inlaid initials, and sharp checkering. The case and accessories are very fine-excellent with some age wear to the
straps. Mechanically excellent. This Holland & Holland would make an excellent addition to any sporting guns collection!
B) Engraved Holland & Holland Modele-De-Luxe Sidelock Shotgun - Serial no. 36784, 12 gauge, 27 inch solid rib bbl., black/casehardened finish,
walnut stock. As described in “A”. Stock and barrel measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both proved at .729 inches and measured
.730/.731 inches; choke constriction .009/.013 inches; minimum wall thickness.028/.026 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull;
cast-off; weight 6 lbs 11 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% plus original London black finish on the barrels, trigger guard, and forened release. The locks and action retain 98% plus case colors
with some areas being muted. The gun shows general minor handling evidence with with some minor wear at either muzzle. The wood is very fine with a few light
handling/use marks, a small dent at the butt, and sharp checkering. The case and accessories are all very fine-excellent with light storage evidence. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection; Private Collection.
Estimate: 50,000 - 85,000
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