Lot 3253
Mid-19th century percussion rifle by Geo. Forrest & Sons of Jedburgh No.844, 79cm octagonal barrel (...
Mid-19th century percussion rifle by Geo. Forrest & Sons of Jedburgh No.844, 79cm octagonal barrel (approx .45 bore) with folding foresight, the lock plate with dolphin hammer finely engraved with a tiger and a stag, trigger guard engraved with hounds chasing a stag, figured walnut half stock with chequered grip and original ramrod 121cm overall; with framed photograph of original owner Dr. A.B. Dresser and archive of related ephemera including manuscript letter from the makers to Dr. Dresser regarding the sight specifications.
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SOLD £1800