Westley Richards 1897 Patent Detachable-Lock Ejector

Catalogue Notes

Description

1907 Westley Richards 12-bore 1897 Patent Detachable-Lock Ejector with both its original 30-inch barrels and a second 28-inch set fitted by the maker in 1965. Built with hand-detachable locks, patent top lever, automatic safety, detachable floorplate and extensive acanthus-scroll engraving with gold-inlaid maker’s name. The well-figured stock measures 16⅛ inches including its wooden extension. Maker records confirm its original completion for F.J. Scott, and supporting Westley Richards documentation accompanies the gun.

Technical Record

Detailed Specifications

Gauge / Bore

12 Bore

Barrel Length

30" original barrels + 28" maker-fitted barrels

Chambers

2½" original barrels / 2¾" extra barrels

Action

Drop Lock

Ejectors

Yes

Length of Pull

16⅛" including 1⅜" wooden extension

Weight

6 lb 11 oz original barrels / 6 lb 9 oz extra barrels

Stock Cast

Slightly cast on

Fore End

Deeley & Edge patent release catch with horn finial

Rib

Original rib engraved Westley Richards / Royal Appointment; extra rib engraved Westley Richards & Co., London

Condition & Features

Barrel Type

30" original nitro-reproved barrels + 28" maker-fitted nitro barrels

Finish

Virtually full renewed colour-hardening and finish

Engraving

Bold acanthus scrollwork on matted background; maker's name inlaid in gold

Case

Canvas and leather case for both barrel sets with Holland & Holland trade label

Proof / Nitro

Original barrels nitro reproved; extra barrels nitro