Description:
Purdey Best 16 Bore SxS Shotgun CASED
SELF OPENING, RARE, CASED, ANTIQUE
General Specs: Purdey, Year 1894, 16 Gauge, 6lbs 2oz, Side by Side, Cased
Serial Number: 14866
Purdey s x s shotguns are considered to be the finest vintage doubles ever produced. With the Beesley self-opening action, meticulous hand fitting of metal and wood, the Purdey is the zenith of the London gun trade. Here we have a rare 16b BUILT IN 1894, FULLY DOCUMENTED BY PURDEY OF LONDON WITH A FACTORY LETTER. This gun, sn14866 was built in 1894 and rebarreled by Purdey with nitro proofed steel barrels. I was informed by Purdey that less than 8% of their guns were produced in 16 gauge and those in the know realize the 16 gauge is the best patterning small bore made. Weighing just 6lbs. 2oz. it carries like a twenty and hits like a 12! What a fine antique London Best for your shooting needs and investment opportunity. Being offered at a very attractive price and still in remarkable condition, this is a gun you can carry with pride, and it comes in a factory motor case fitted to the gun. This gun qualifies as an antique, being made in 1894, and as such can be shipped directly to any address in the U.S. that you specify. Perfect for American style upland hunting and sporting clays, a fine Purdey side by side will command attention from even the most astute collector/shooter anywhere in the world.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 27"******
Chokes: .008/.023 IC/M******
Bores: mirror******
Bore Diameter: .668/.669******
Wall Thickness: .031/.032******
% Blue: 93% ******
Chambers: 2 1/2"******
Ribs: tight******
Sights: single******
Action
Action: tight, left of center******
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed******
Case Color: traces******
Screws: excellent******
Engraving: light engraving ******
Trigger Type: double, crisp******
Trigger Guard Color: 96%******
Stock
Type: English stock/splinter forend******
LOP: 14 7/16"******
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 1/2"******
DAH: 2 5/16"******
DAC: 1 5/8"******
Cast: 3/16" off******
Checkering Condition: excellent******
Butt Treatment: leather pad, black******
Other
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!
We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
If you have any questions about this item or payment, please email or call us directly. Thanks! Vintage Firearms, Inc
Condition:
Used - See Item Description
Brand:
James Purdey & Sons
Model:
14866
Caliber:
16 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted:
Shipping Notes: Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer ******
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received. ******
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only ******
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $140.00.00 We ship internationally! ******
Item Condition: Used ******
Requires FFL?: No, Antique******
LET ME SELL YOUR GUNS!!! As you can see, I do a thorough job, am nationally known, and have hundreds of existing customers looking for your gun! Federally licensed dealer of Classic American Doubles, i.e. Fox, Parker, Ithaca, L.C. Smith, Lefever. Guns must be shipped to licensed dealer. Layaways accepted. No returns on layaways. I BUY SHOTGUNS, COLLECTIONS OR ONE AT A TIME.
