William Evans General

Made Circa 1931, this DBHE 12bore William Evans has just undergone a full service here at A.W.Rule & Son Gun Makers.

The action shows trace of original colour case hardening. Tastefully engraved with floral scroll & fine border with William Evans engraved to each flank. Gold inlaid “Safe” to strap with auto top safety return. Double triggers. The original straight hand stock is nicely figured, measuring 14 1/8″ to centre over a new varnished recoil pad. Presented with a plain silver stock oval.

The 26 1/2″ Dovetial barrels have recently been fully stripped & the ribs relayed. Dolls head extension. Chambered 2 3/4″ – 70mm with both chokes measuring Improved Cylinder.

Presented in makers single leather flat case.

Barrel report: London Nitro Proofed 12bore : 0.729` - Right barrel measures 0.733` Left barrel measure 0.734` - Minimum wall thickness Right barrel 0.030` Left barrel 0.033` - Choked right barrel 0.004` Imp Cyl - Left barrel 0.004` Imp Cyl Weight 6lb 15z

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