The Purdey Bar-in-Wood helped carve the wonderful reputation they have today.
Gun number 10947 built in 1881 from the most desirable period for these guns . No1 of a pair which probably explains why it is in such good order. Beautiful Damascus 30" barrels reproofed nitro 2 3/4" with the bores exactly at the reproof size of .740" In its beautiful original case.
Bar in wood action, Top lever opening, weight of gun 6lb 9oz stock length 14 3/16" mid
12 Bore
Beautiful W.W Greener, made with the superb craftsmanship of Richard Tandy and David Dryhurst. In as new condition with delightful small scroll and colour case hardened.
1970's 12 bore with 27" barrels 2 3/4" chambers choked 1/2 and 3/8 . Minimum wall .022". 15" stock
Gun weight 6lb 9oz wrapped in its original tan case with green velour interior.
Watson Bros was founded by Thomas Watson in 1875, taking over the premises of Durs Egg. In 1885 Thomas Senior handed over the firm to his two sons - Arthur and Thomas. The Watson Bros records go back to 1875 from our original premises in Pall Mall all the way through to Towerbridge Road where we manufacture and restore guns today.
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Made in 1883 this original rare Boss side lever hammergun in the longterm ownership of W.H.Tucker who fought in the First World War (docs available) and whose name is embossed on the case.
serial number 3970 with 30″ Damascus brls, 2 1/2″ chambers outstanding bores of L .730″ with min wall .036″ R .731″ with min wall .033″ open chokes.
Gun weight 7lb 1/2oz
Perfectly executed profuse fine scroll
Looks to be original stock of 15 1/2″ with extension of 1/14″
in its original case embossed W.H.Tucker.
£19950
12 BORE /side by side
Beautifully restored by ourselves this 12 bore sidelock ejector.With very good condition 27" barrels with 2 3/4 chambers, 1/4 and 3/4 chokes. Minimum wall thickness of .028" in both bores. Bore sizes of Left .731" Right .732" proofed at .729" Engraved with small scroll and name inlaid in gold. Carved breech ends and all set off with case colour hardening. All wood stock length of 14 3/4". Wrapped in its beautiful lightweight leather case.
28 BORE / Pigeon Gun
A new gun ready for the final finishing stage and adjusting to clients measurements.
A self opening sidelock ejector round body with our signature coffin shape action.
Barrels - 29 1/2". Choked both 3/4 presently with a wide raised matted flat top rib giving superb pointability.
A beavertail forend and pistol grip stock made from deluxe walnut.
Actioned round body with sideclips fitted with double triggers.
Engraving ornately carved with Oak leaves, complementary carving down the barrels with a carved/pierced lever adorned with a pheasant head.
The whole piece wrapped in a lightweight brown leather case ,yellow stitching and blue interior.
12 Bore side by side made in 1994
A Holland and holland type self opener game gun with double beaded back intricate small scroll and game scene engraved with Partridge woodcock and duck.
The gun has lively 27" gamerib barrels with 1/4 and 3/4 chokes. Chambered 2 /34"
Deluxe stock of 14 3/4"
Complete in its French blocked case with Tools .
£21,750.
12 BORE / OVER UNDER
So pleased to be fortunate enough to have acquired what is the holy grail of Italian guns.
The Bertuzzi Brothers were known to make only the finest guns available in Italy and this pair are no exception.
Made with 28" barrels 2 3/4 chambers and 9mm wide top ribs. Choked 3/4 and full.
Perfectly executed profuse fine scroll on these sidelock actions with single triggers.
Deluxe straighthand stocks of 15" length.
Cased
12 BORE / DAMASCUS BARRELS
So privileged to have acquired this pair of 1908 Watson boxlock ejectors with 30" Damascus barrels. In the same family since original purchase. What else can you buy that gives so much pleasure and lasts generations. Cased with original tools and accessories.
Now available for restoration to include rebarrelling or sleeving and restocking .
