28-bore Boxlock Non-Ejector by W. R. Leeson, serial no. 1345
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26" sleeved steel barrels,
concaved game rib
engraved W. R. LEESON, ASHFORD KENT & 29 MADDOX STREET, LONDON, W.
Anson & Deeley hammerless non-ejector top-lever boxlock construction with
Webley Screw grip with Dolls head third bite extension.
Action set with
removable disk-set strikers and intercepting safety sears. Best border and
scroll engraving, action bar engraved with makers name, W R Leeson.
Anson push-rod fore-end release mechanism. Top lever having additional
locking screw.
Nicely figured English straight hand stock with 1¼" walnut extension,
measuring 14¼" LOP.
Serial number, rib address and proof original London proof marks indicate
date of manufacturer c.1900. Barrel sleeved and reproved c. 1977.
Some minor external pitting and corrosion caused through lack of use and
extended storage.
Weight 5lb. 0oz.