Offered for sale is an exceptional James Purdey & Sons 12 bore Best Quality Sidelock Ejector, built on the legendary Beesley self-opening action. This is Purdey’s most iconic and mechanically sophisticated design crisp, fast, and beautifully balanced.
This example, serial number 13610, remains in remarkably original condition, retaining sharp engraving, excellent wood, proper barrel dimensions, and its original oak & leather Purdey case with period-correct label.
Specifications:
• Maker: James Purdey & Sons, London
• Model: Best Quality Sidelock Ejector
• Action: Beesley Self-Opener
• Gauge: 12 bore
• Barrel Length: 30″
• Chambers: 2½”
• Chokes: IC / Modified
• Rib: Smooth Concave
• Triggers: Double Triggers
• Stock: English Straight Grip
• LOP: 14½”
• Drop Comb: 1¾”
• Drop Heel: 2½”
• Cast: 1/8″ off
• Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz.
• Case: Original Purdey oak & leather with label
• Right wall thickness: .030″
• Left wall thickness: .031″
• No evidence of aggressive honing
• Strong original blue
• Beesley action opens and drives with correct springing
• Ejectors time properly
• Locks are crisp and unpolished
• Screws appear unturned or professionally serviced
• Highly figured original stock; checkering sharp
• Original finish present in protected areas
This configuration 30″ barrels, correct chambers, strong wall thickness, original wood, original finish, and original Purdey case places this gun firmly in the upper tier of Purdey collector desirability.
A truly outstanding, investment-grade Purdey Beesley self-opening sidelock with ideal dimensions and rare originality. Suitable for the advanced collector or shooter seeking a genuine London Best in top condition.
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Purdey
Model: Best Quality Sidelock Ejector
Serial Number: 13610
Barrel Length: 30
Chambers: 2 1/2
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Action: Beesley Self-Opener
Triggers: Double
Stock Comb: 1 3/4
Stock Heel: 2 1/2
Stock Cast: 1/8″ off at face
LOP: 14 1/2
Rib: Smooth Concave
Weight: 6.14 oz
Sights: Brass Bead
Chokes: IC / Modified
Case: Yes
Item Location: Michigan
Grips: English Straight Grip
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