Nice 12/65 caliber side-by-side rifle with extractor. Anson & Delay system right notch rocker, single wedge barrel, 685mm long, triple lock, T powder proof, original 18.2mm bore, intact, 1/2 choke right and full choke left, to be re-bronzed, no play (key clicks a little). Side safety, 350mm long 1/2 pistol walnut stock, black horn buttplate, trigger guard, key, hood and cover plate primitively bronzed. Fine engraving of thorn points, very fine, signature on cover plate, small chips on front, flat checkering, good trigger release. Functional mechanism. Beautiful rifle signed "Petit à Bar sur Aube", well deserving of restoration. (1-) RGA N° : AS353 Category C weapon. Only those who have opened their virtual rack (licensed hunter or shooter) may bid. You will need to provide your SIA number to transfer ownership of the lot.

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