*W. W. GREENER EMPIRE BLUE ROCK PIGEON GUN WITH CASE.

SN 79155. (1964) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with raised, matted rib, engraved “W. W. Greener Birmingham England.” and with a perched blue rock pigeon. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with elephant trademarks and SNs. Robust, case hardened, Empire spring cocking, boxlock action features side safety, crossbolt third fastener, and double triggers. Action is engraved with approx 50% coverage large shaded scroll. “W. W. Greener” is in arched banner on each side. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are blued, and scroll engraved, with SN at grip. Nicely streaked European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver pad. Flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. A silver oval on toe line is engraved “R. C. A.” Matching large beavertail forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right -.730. Bore restrictions: left -.037 (full), right -.030 (IMod). Minimum wall thickness: left -.028, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Makers green canvas case with leather trim is lined in burgundy cloth, with gold embossed red leather Greener label in lid. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod, with mop, brush, and jag, case straps, some cleaning patches, and a round Greener marked oil bottle, along with a W & C Scott hang tag for this gun, and some advertising. PROVENANCE: Richard Schreiber Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with only scant evidence of having been fired, with only a few light handling marks on wood and metal. Stock finish somewhat lightened toward butt from some refinishing with installation of pad. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Exterior of case has some marks and rubs, straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is very fine with some marks and compressions. Label is excellent, as are accessories. These rugged guns have a good reputation for reliability, and the actions are the basis for many custom made double rifles. 4-45933 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2432

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
	2432	$4,600.00	W. W. GREENER EMPIRE BLUE ROCK PIGEON GUN WITH CASE. SN 79155. (1964) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with raised, matted rib, engraved “W. W. Greener Birmingham England.” and with a perched blue rock pigeon. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with elephant trademarks and SNs. Robust, case hardened, Empire spring cocking, boxlock action features side safety, crossbolt third fastener, and double triggers. Action is engraved with approx 50% coverage large shaded scroll. “W. W. Greener” is in arched banner on each side. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are blued, and scroll engraved, with SN at grip. Nicely streaked European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver pad. Flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. A silver oval on toe line is engraved “R. C. A.” Matching large beavertail forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right -.730. Bore restrictions: left -.037 (full), right -.030 (IMod). Minimum wall thickness: left -.028, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Makers green canvas case with leather trim is lined in burgundy cloth, with gold embossed red leather Greener label in lid. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod, with mop, brush, and jag, case straps, some cleaning patches, and a round Greener marked oil bottle, along with a W & C Scott hang tag for this gun, and some advertising. PROVENANCE: Richard Schreiber Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with only scant evidence of having been fired, with only a few light handling marks on wood and metal. Stock finish somewhat lightened toward butt from some refinishing with installation of pad. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Exterior of case has some marks and rubs, straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is very fine with some marks and compressions. Label is excellent, as are accessories. These rugged guns have a good reputation for reliability, and the actions are the basis for many custom made double rifles. 4-45933 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2432 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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*W. W. GREENER EMPIRE BLUE ROCK PIGEON GUN WITH CASE.