2020 September Premier, Volume I

Engraved Manton & Co. 8 Bore "Dangerous Game" Double Rifle
A Selection of Fine Arms from the Esteemed Collection of Malcolm King
LOT 303
Very Fine Engraved Manton & Co. 8 Bore Rotary Underlever Double Barrel Dangerous
Game Hammer Rifle with Case - Serial no. 5770, 8 Bore gauge, 24 inch bbl., blued/
casehardened finish, walnut stock. With blued barrels with broad raised matted rib with bead
front sight, rear sight of one standing and two folding leaves each with platinum inlaid center
lines and graduated from “50” to “150” yards, doll’s head extension engraved with a shell, and
respectively signed on the barrels “MANTON & CO. GUN MAKERS TO HRH THE” and “DUKE OF
EDINBURGH K.G. LONDON & CALCUTTA.”. Casehardened action with carved percussion fences,
rebounding back action locks, the right lock signed “MANTON & CO.”, underlever and furniture.
Double border line and light scroll engraving throughout. Figured pistol grip stock with raised
cheekpiece, checkered grip and forearm. Barrels and action struck with London black powder
proof marks. With brass cornered oak and leather case with accessories, the lid with Manton &
Co. printed trade labels.
CONDITION: Professionally refinished throughout. Barrels reblued, file cut matting on rib
sharp, signatures clear, occasional blemish visible beneath bluing. Bright casehardened
colors, some scattered pock marks visible beneath finish, engraving sharp. Stock with
numerous surface blemishes and light scratches. Case in very good condition, of recent
manufacture. Mechanically excellent.
Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection.
Estimate: 18000 - 25000
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