ITEM # 169
serial #6454, 360 2 1/4" Express, 26" barrels with good plus bores which are lightly pitted but certainly shootable. Top of the barrels are engraved "ALEXr HENRY. EDINBURGH AND LONDON / MAKER TO THEIR ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES AND DUKE OF EDINBURGH". The action, locks, top tang and triggerguard all feature nice tight English scroll engraving with each lock being engraved "ALEXr HENRY" in riband. Rifle features engraved iron pistol grip cap with compartment and engraved toe and heel buttplate. The barrels retain an even gray patina with about 30% faded damascus pattern showing with some small patches of light surface corrosion. The action and locks are an even smooth gray patina with sliding safeties showing a good deal of original fire blue. The checkered pistol grip buttstock and splinter forend are of beautifully figured walnut and rate excellent having been nicely refinished and featuring a handsome shadowline cheekpiece. Bottom barrel rib and bottom of butt are equipped with original sling eyes. Rifle features original low-profile beaded blade front sight and flip up express rear sights graduated for 100, 150 & 200 yards. Rifle handles beautifully with a 14 1/2" length of pull and it weighs in at 6 pounds flat. A nice little rifle by this highly regarded maker. (1866-2) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000) |
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