W. R. Leeson - fine english gunmaker

26-inch barrels by John Rigby & Co., file cut rib with leaf sight and doll's head extension, the rounded frame, rebounding back locks, hammers and rotary under-lever with border engraving.

Stock 14 3/4-inch stock with pistol grip and cheek piece, sling eyes.

Harvey Grip Catch style lever operation forend release.

Weight 9lb. 10oz., black powder proof

Estimated value of £1,000 - £1,500. Sold for £1,250.

Fine Modern and Vintage Sporting Guns, Sotheby's, New Bond Street

Sale Date: 16 December 2009