Fine Modern & Antique Arms - July 2022 : Sale A0722 Lot 728
TIPPING & LAWDEN A JOHN THOMAS 1871 PATENT 10-BORE (2 5/8IN.) SINGLE-BITE SNAP-ACTION TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3564,

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TIPPING & LAWDEN
A JOHN THOMAS 1871 PATENT 10-BORE (2 5/8IN.) SINGLE-BITE SNAP-ACTION TOPLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3564,
circa 1880, 34in. damascus barrels, broad rib (lumps replaced) engraved 'TIPPING & LAWDEN. LONDON.', 2 5/8in. chambers, action incorporating John Thomas patent rectangular wedge bolt, patent No. 3091 of 1871, toplever engraved with the patent details, carved percussion hammers, rebounding locks, fine border and acanthus scroll engraving, retaining very slight traces of original finish, 14 1/2in. figured stock with engraved steel heel and toe plates, weight 7lb. 11oz.



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Estimate £1,000-1,500

Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament