Westley Richards Falling Block High Velocity Nitro Express Rifle

Description:

Westley Richards Falling Block High Velocity Nitro Express Rifle, c. early 20th century, serial number 35990, .360 caliber, walnut stock with checkered wrist and forend, marked on the left of the receiver "WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO./LONDON," marked on the barrel near the breech "WESTLEY RICHARDS/HIGH VELOCITY NITRO/EXPRESS RIFLE .360 BORE" and "WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO LONDON.," barrel lg. 24 1/2, overall lg. 45 1/2 in.

Provenance: Vintage Doubles LLC, Wenatchee, Washington, July 9, 2007.

Note: FFL. Please see the conditions of sale listed in the terms and conditions.
Estimate $3,500-4,500

Stock has a few light dings and nicks but in overall good condition, bore looks bright and clean with some very slight pitting.


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