16-bore Sidelock Ejector by W. R. Leeson, Serial No: 1225

Quality back action Sidelock with 29-inch steel barrels chambered for 2½" cartridges and choked ¼ and ½. Carrying original London Proof House markings (1896-1904) and stamped for 1oz of shot and 40 grains of Schultze powder. Conventional concaved game rib, engraved W. R. Leeson Ashford, Kent. Action makes use of the Webley Screw grip with blade type third bite extension.

The lock plates are engraved with fine bouquet and scroll some original hardening colour is retained. The maker's name “W. R. Leeson” is signed on the lower edge of the lock plates. Conventional fences with fine chisel detail line. The standing breech is fitted with disk set strikers and additional retaining pins. Anson push rod forend release.

In its original makers leather case with accessories and trade label  along with suggested cartridge load label for different quarry.

Straight hand English nicely figured stock measuring 14"  including ¼” extension.

Weight:      6lb. 6oz.