Lot 35
 

35

Cased Hollis and Sheath percussion .577 volunteer rifle, 36 inch barrel secured by three bands and fitted with a folding ladder rear sight, engraved 'Hollis and Sheath makers to her majesty's war department' the lock with simple border line engraving and maker name, crisply chequered stock with vacant escutcheon. The oak case contains a heavy duty ramrod with brass muzzle protector, Field 70 grain cartridge tester stamped with 233 Holborn London address, G&J.W. Hawksley screwdriver, two scrapers, mainspring clamp, Sergeant's tool, nipple key with two spare nipples and hole clearing spike, leather sling, James Dixon and Sons Sheffield powder flask with leather covered body, bullet mould stamped WD for William Davies, cap tin with top hat percussion caps, oil bottle and one other tin.

Section 58 (2) Antique / obsolete calibre, can be owned without a licence. Buyer must be over the age of 18, age verification will be required if the lot is to be posted out.

Dimensions: The case measures 140cm x 24cm

POSTAGE AND SHIPPING INFORMATION

 

This is a 'live online' auction - you can bid from the comfort of your own home using our free live bidding service.

 

Sold for £1,800


 

Auction: Firearms, Shotguns, Airguns, Arms and Militaria, 7th Feb, 2024

Wednesday 7th February at 11am

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Firearms, Shotguns, Airguns, Arms & Militaria Auction.

This is an online only auction which includes telephone and absentee bids. There is no audience in the room. 

For more information contact our specialist Chris Large: chris.large@wilson55.com

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