(C) WESTLEY RICHARDS "THE EXPLORA" DROPLOCK SIDE BY SIDE BALL AND

(C) WESTLEY RICHARDS "THE EXPLORA" DROPLOCK SIDE BY SIDE BALL AND SHOT GUN WITH CASE, EXTRA SET OF BARRELS. The serial number falls within the 1906-1913 block per Westley Richards's serial number document. The Explora was Westley Richards's answer to the Paradox, utilizing a rifled choke to allow for the use of specialized slugs as well as normal shotshells. Explora barrels with dovetail lumps and fit with a replacement bead front sight that has been shaved at the back to provide a silver point of aim, evidence of previous moon sight still present, and a quarter length raised rib with five-leaf express rear sight with silver express lines, demarcated for 10, 150, 200, 250, and 300 yards; 100-yard leaf fitted with a U-notch while the others have V-notches. Boldly signed "The Explora" at the rear of rib. Tubes boldly signed "WESTLEY RICAHRDS 178 NEW BOND ST. LONDON / GUN MAKERS BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VII". Breeches are dressed with floral scrollwork bands, while doll's head rib extension with hidden third bite is engraved with a shell motif and acanthus scrollwork. Barrel flats with Birmingham proof marks for a nitro proofed rifle choked 12 gauge with 1 - 1/8 ounces of shot at a nominal .730 IBD. Tubes with "H.L" barrel maker's mark, Birmingham proof, and matching serial numbers ahead of flats. Second set of shotgun barrels with bead front sight on solid, concave rib engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS 173 NEW BOND St LONDON GUN MAKERS BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VII", with Birmingham proofs for a 12 gauge with 2 - 3/4" chamber and a nominal .728 IBD at 3 - 1/4 tons. PG barrel maker markings, and tubes are numbered "9183" on left and "19684" on right. Splinter forearm with horn insert at tip is fit with a Deely style latch release and checkered in a modified point pattern with mullered borders. Exterior iron blued; the interior has the serial number stamped in the wood. Droplock action with spring loaded and hinged bottom plate with matching serial numbers on plate and both locks. Action flats with patent numbers and Birmingham view and nitro proof marks. Case colored action with "Westley Ricahrds" inlaid in gold just below the action flats. Distinct Westley Richards hinged lever, engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS / PATENT ONE TRIGGER" behind rib extension slot. Westley Richards patent one trigger with selector mounted to right side of bow, gold inlaid "L" and "R" for selector positions, and a replaced automatic safety with "SAFE" in gold on an insert dovetailed horizontally into top tang. Densely streaked walnut stock with an English straight grip, checkered in a point pattern about the wrist with mullered borders, silver oval at toe line, and leather wrapped recoil pad. Accompanied by a canvas wrapped leather tabbed case with reproduction Westley Richards trade label in lid and containing second set of barrels, two part cleaning rod, post-factory regulation target, two 12 gauge snap caps, 2 loaded Explora slugs, oil bottle, and two keys. CONDITION: Very Good as refreshed and partially upgraded in the English tradition. Safety and front sight are later updates as mentioned, likely done when second set of barrels were fitted. Original barrels with good quality reblack with some scattered handling marks and scratches. Stocks very good with scattered handling marks and impressions throughout. Action with patterns of case color remaining, and faint color, mostly on top near recoil shields and on right side, balance silver consistent with carry wear. Mechanically fine, bores very good with some firing abrasion throughout. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case and accessories very good with handling marks and age related wear. A good example in Westley Richards's iconic action.Name Value Accessories Case Barrel Length (A) 28" (B) 26" Barrel Wall Thickness (A) (L) .039 (R) .034 (B) (BOTH) .037 Chamber (BOTH) 2 - 3/4" Choke (A) Rifled Choke (B) (L) .017 (R) .008 Drop at Comb 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel 2 - 1/4" FFL Status Curio & Relic Gauge 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter (A) (BOTH) .737 (B) (BOTH) .725 Length of Pull 14 - 1/4"+ over pad, 13 - 1/8" to wood, cast off Manufacturer Westley Richards Model Explora Weight 7 lbs 11.5oz w/ (A) Serial Number 9183, Name, Value, Accessories, Case, Barrel Length, (A) 28" (B) 26", Barrel Wall Thickness, (A) (L) .039 (R) .034 (B) (BOTH) .037, Chamber, (BOTH) 2 - 3/4", Choke, (A) Rifled Choke (B) (L) .017 (R) .008, Drop at Comb, 1 - 5/8", Drop at Heel, 2 - 1/4", FFL Status, Curio & Relic, Gauge, 12 Gauge, Internal Bore Diameter, (A) (BOTH) .737 (B) (BOTH) .725, Length of Pull, 14 - 1/4"+ over pad, 13 - 1/8" to wood, cast off, Manufacturer, Westley Richards, Model, Explora, Weight, 7 lbs 11.5oz w/ (A), Serial Number, 9183

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