Barrel length 71 cm (28"), stock length 36,5 cm (14,5"), overall length 113 cm (44,5"), choke cyl & cyl (cyl & cyl), weight 2,7 kg, year of manufacture 1940, British proof, restored to condition 2
Concave rib, brass front sight, ejectors, sliding tang safety, double trigger, Anson & Deeley box lock, double barrel hook with doll head, renewed walnut stock with oil finish, fore-end with Deeley latch and horn tip, fine checkering, carved butt plate, gold monogram plate engraved with initials, fine English arabesques engraved.
Classic hunting rifle of this famous maker, breech tight. In a leather case with manufacturer's trade label, cleaning utensils, cleaning rod, oil bottle and snap caps.
Founded in 1812 by William Westley Richards, the London-based company has been a symbol of design, innovation and beauty for over 200 years. The company, later continued by his son Westley Richards, is one of the most technically influential of its time. Among its milestones was the production of the boxlock shotguns patented by Anson & Deeley. Deeley himself also played a leading role in the company after Westley Richards retired. During the transition period from muzzle-loaders to breech-loaders, there were a number of design changes. The hammers of shotguns moved steadily inward and were now mounted on the inside of the lock plates. In contrast, the boxlock design was a completely new one. The complete mechanism could be installed directly in the system housing in a much smaller space. The production of these was much simpler, cheaper and faster without losing functionality. Although the Boxlock design is often found in the low price segment and mass production of the 20th century, the models of Westley Richards stand out due to a number of special features and their high quality. The manually removable locks and various designs of lock plates are among them. The selective trigger pull is just as important. A recognition feature of a special kind is the Westley Richards doll's head for locking, which is unlocked by the distinctive key. The form, functionality and above all the extremely high quality of materials and workmanship continue to inspire hunters and system collectors all over the world.

Category: Shotguns