20-bore Sidelock Ejector by W. R. Leeson, Serial no: 1441

28” steel barrels in excellent condition, concaved game rib engraved W. R. Leeson, Ashford Kent & 29 Maddox Street, London West. Fitted with Webley Screw lock with Dolls Head third bite extension. Choked approximately ¼ right; ½ left. London proof marks, stamped Nitro-proof 7/8 oz maximum 20 20c choke. Date of manufacture between 1896 and 1904.

This back action sidelock has full rose and scroll engraving and Leeson style fences. Lock plates engraved W. R. Leeson both internally and externally. Action face fitted with disk set strikers with retaining lock screws. Top lever main screw also fitted with retaining lock screw. Approximately 80% original case hardening colouring. Gold inlaid Safe marking.

Highly figured Tiger stripe, quite possibility original Prince of Wales stock which has curly grain with black lines and marble cake. Horn butt plate with engraved screws. LOP 14" incl. recoil pad.

Anson type forend release.

This gun is quite likely in original condition, it appears to have had little use and has been well maintained.

Weight:            5 lbs. 11 oz.

Location:          Ontario, Canada

Purchased:       Approximately 2002