*HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 17451. Cal. 30-40 Krag. 24″ Dovetailed bbls have file cut quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express sight, and stippled front ramp with silver bead. Tops of bbls are engraved “Barrels By Armaf Co” and “Liege Belgium”. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with caliber, other proofs, and “Made in Belgium”. SN is on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened, small, “Royal”, back action, sidelock rifle action features automatic safety with pivoting bolt (SAFE relief engraved in gold), long top tang which extends over comb which is fitted with flip-up peep sight, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers. Action is engraved with exceptionally well cut, large, open, shaded scroll in a style predating the “Royal” house style. “Holland & Holland” is in intricate device at the front of each lockplate. Fences are beautifully carved with scallop shells. Top lever and trigger guard are blued and also scroll engraved. SN is on trigger guard tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Exceptionally well figured and marbled circassian walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over serrated horn buttplate, and features classic H&H styling including shadow line right hand cheekpiece, drop points, and point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Weight: 8 lbs 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished. New bbls retain approx 95% orig blue with slight silvering at muzzles. Action and lockplates retain a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 20%, orig case hardening color, engraving still sharp and clear. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish, sharp edges somewhat rounded, with a number of light marks and scratches. Checkering is slightly worn and does not appear to have been re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. This rifle is nicely balanced and would make a classy whitetail or pig rifle. 4-54054 (12,500-22,500) – Lot 2463

Auction: Firearms - March 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2463	$18,400.00	HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS DOUBLE RIFLE. SN 17451. Cal. 30-40 Krag. 24″ Dovetailed bbls have file cut quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express sight, and stippled front ramp with silver bead. Tops of bbls are engraved “Barrels By Armaf Co” and “Liege Belgium”. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with caliber, other proofs, and “Made in Belgium”. SN is on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened, small, “Royal”, back action, sidelock rifle action features automatic safety with pivoting bolt (SAFE relief engraved in gold), long top tang which extends over comb which is fitted with flip-up peep sight, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers. Action is engraved with exceptionally well cut, large, open, shaded scroll in a style predating the “Royal” house style. “Holland & Holland” is in intricate device at the front of each lockplate. Fences are beautifully carved with scallop shells. Top lever and trigger guard are blued and also scroll engraved. SN is on trigger guard tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Exceptionally well figured and marbled circassian walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over serrated horn buttplate, and features classic H&H styling including shadow line right hand cheekpiece, drop points, and point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Weight: 8 lbs 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished. New bbls retain approx 95% orig blue with slight silvering at muzzles. Action and lockplates retain a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 20%, orig case hardening color, engraving still sharp and clear. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish, sharp edges somewhat rounded, with a number of light marks and scratches. Checkering is slightly worn and does not appear to have been re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. This rifle is nicely balanced and would make a classy whitetail or pig rifle. 4-54054 (12,500-22,500) – Lot 2463 Auction: Firearms - March 2015 Please Note:* All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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*HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS DOUBLE RIFLE.