GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
BAROQUE ENGRAVED PERUGINI & VISINI SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY R. GRECO WITH CASE. PERUGINI & VISINI SXS BEST 2388 12GA MODERN Cal. 12 ga. 27-5/8" Chopper lump bbls with medium game rib, are engraved "PERUGINI & VISINI" on left side. Bbl flats are stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4" chambers. Coin finished action with non-automatic safety and double triggers (front articulated) is fully engraved with large flowing shaded acanthus and scroll, interspersed with floral accents. Makers name is on ribbon on bottom of action and engravers signature "R. Greco" is on banner on trigger plate in front of trigger guard bow. SN is on trigger guard tang with guard engraved to match action. Spectacular oil finished intricately marbled and burl figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8" over checkered wood butt, and features nicely fluted drop points and well cut point pattern checkering at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved "LA". Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.726, right - .725. Bore restrictions: left - .018 (mod), right - .003 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4", drop at comb: 1-1/2". Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8". Green canvas case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with only the faintest of handling marks in all exterior finishes, with a few scratches on lump from assembly. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 52660-1 MGM385 (7,500-11,000) W/CASE