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Rigby is one of the oldest continuously operating gunmakers in the world and as they put it themselves “the oldest gunmaking firm in continuous existence in the English-speaking world.” The name Rigby is synonymous with excellence, and this fine double rifle lives up to every aspect of that, from its engraving and gold inlays to its perfect fit and finish, this rifle truly is an outstanding example of the finest English gunmaker’s craftsmanship. The length of pull of the rifle is 15 1/8 inches, and the rifle weighs in at an impressive 14 lbs 9 oz. MO/MO/DH1
CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue and 99% gold and casehardened finishes with only minor handling evidence and a few scratches
on the underside of the right barrel ahead of the forend. The nitre blue front sight hood shows some wear on the top. A few scattered light scratches on the stock, light red mark on the left of the pistol grip at the grip cap, some minor wear to the recoil pad, and sharp checkering. The case and accessories are very fine-excellent with some age/storage wear. Mechanically excellent. This is a scarce opportunity to own this outstanding example of the finest English gunmaker’s craftsmanship, engraved and gold inlaid by Master Engraver Ken Hunt. The pinnacle of British big bore double rifles!
Estimate: 100,000 - 180,000
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