JAMES DIXON AND SONS "NORFOLK LIAR" GAME COUNTER

As recreational and competitive driven game shooting became more popular among the aristocracy in the 19th century, counters such as this were needed to keep score of just how many hits a gentleman had in a day of shooting. This example is of classic 4-dial form, constructed of German silver. The counting wheels can tally up to 30 each of "PARTRIDGES", "HARES", "BLACK GAME" (black grouse), and "GROUSE". It also has the mark of "JAMES DIXON / & SONS / SHEFFIELD". CONDITION: Fine, showing some expected pocket wear. All of the markings are legible. All of the counters work and have good tactile clicks. Lanyard loop is intact. A wonderful, hard to find vintage English shooting accessory that would be good fun to use.