257 - Purdey flintlock hunting shotgun, 12-70 caliber, ejectors.

Purdey flintlock hunting shotgun, 12-70 caliber, ejectors. Side-by-side barrels numbered in gold on the muzzle with “1” and signed on the band: “J. Purdey & Sons, Audley House, South Audley Street, London, made of Sir Joseph Widworth’s fluid-pressed steel.” Flat-bodied hammers engraved with foliage and floral motifs, signed J. Purdey & Sons. With cocking indicator. Breech plate engraved “Patent” with safety. 37 cm marbled walnut stock, partially checkered, with a gold-plated plate engraved “P.J.D.” Barrel length: 71 cm - Overall length: 113 cm Category C, requires registration, No. 13260. Bronzed and blued finish (restored to original color). Mirror-polished interior. In a brown leather case (monogrammed R.E.F.), lined with green velvet and bearing labels from James Purdey & Sons and gunsmith Ernest Mayor.