*FINE PAIR OF ARRIETA MODEL 803 SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF-OPENING GAME SHOTGUNS WITH CASE.

SN 33009/33010. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls with makers name on tops of right bbls, are fitted with Churchill ribs with nos “1” or “2” in gold on rear portions of ribs, signifying a pair. “1” and “2” are also in gold on top levers and forend tips. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist springs. Coin finished sidelock actions feature automatic safeties, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (fronts articulated). Locks are hand detachable in H&H fashion. Actions and locks are engraved in “Purdey style” rose and scroll. Makers name and address is on bottoms of actions. Single beaded trigger guard bows are gold inlaid “AC” on either side of double fleur-di-lis devices. Well matched, nicely streaked European walnut straight grip stocks measure 14-7/8″ over black leather covered pads, and feature classic drop points as well as point pattern checkering. Silver shields on toe lines are engraved with monogram “RVH”. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun “1”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast about 1/4 off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Gun “2”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .0017 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast about 1/2 off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Tan leather two gun case by Brady is lined in burgundy cloth, and has large leather label in lid marked “ROBERT V. HATCHER JR.” “CLIMB HIGH” “CLIMB FAR” “YOUR GOAL THE SKY” “YOUR AIM THE STAR” “FROM YOUR UNITED STATES AND CANADIAN” “SALES MANAGERS” “JANUARY, 1990”. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of considerable field use, with numerous light handling and assembly marks on all orig wood and metal finishes. Mechanically fine. Case leather is still light in color, with some light scuffs and tape marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior is fine, slightly soiled. These well built guns were recently professionally serviced and are ready for a lot of action afield. 52666-3 MGM (9,000-14,000) – Lot 1668

Auction: Firearms - October 2017

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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	1668	$0.00	FINE PAIR OF ARRIETA MODEL 803 SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF-OPENING GAME SHOTGUNS WITH CASE. SN 33009/33010. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls with makers name on tops of right bbls, are fitted with Churchill ribs with nos “1” or “2” in gold on rear portions of ribs, signifying a pair. “1” and “2” are also in gold on top levers and forend tips. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist springs. Coin finished sidelock actions feature automatic safeties, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (fronts articulated). Locks are hand detachable in H&H fashion. Actions and locks are engraved in “Purdey style” rose and scroll. Makers name and address is on bottoms of actions. Single beaded trigger guard bows are gold inlaid “AC” on either side of double fleur-di-lis devices. Well matched, nicely streaked European walnut straight grip stocks measure 14-7/8″ over black leather covered pads, and feature classic drop points as well as point pattern checkering. Silver shields on toe lines are engraved with monogram “RVH”. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun “1”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast about 1/4 off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Gun “2”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .0017 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast about 1/2 off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Tan leather two gun case by Brady is lined in burgundy cloth, and has large leather label in lid marked “ROBERT V. HATCHER JR.” “CLIMB HIGH” “CLIMB FAR” “YOUR GOAL THE SKY” “YOUR AIM THE STAR” “FROM YOUR UNITED STATES AND CANADIAN” “SALES MANAGERS” “JANUARY, 1990”. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of considerable field use, with numerous light handling and assembly marks on all orig wood and metal finishes. Mechanically fine. Case leather is still light in color, with some light scuffs and tape marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior is fine, slightly soiled. These well built guns were recently professionally serviced and are ready for a lot of action afield. 52666-3 MGM (9,000-14,000) – Lot 1668 Auction: Firearms - October 2017 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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*FINE PAIR OF ARRIETA MODEL 803 SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF-OPENING GAME SHOTGUNS WITH CASE.