W. Richards BLE SxS 12G 30″ Barrels

Northern Wings and Clays is pleased to announce the acquisition of the personal gun collection of famed shooter and former owner of Atkin, Grant and Lang London, Mr. Cyrill Adams. Mr. Adams the author of Live Pigeon Trap Shooting  and Lock, Stock and Barrel was extraordinarily influential in shaping the continuing legacy of English Shot Guns worldwide. Mr. Adams’ unwavering  attention to detail was well known and highly respected. All of the guns in his collection represent his commitment to detail and excellence. Northern Wings and Clays thanks the family of Mr. Adams for accepting our offer to purchase and represent this collection. For more information about Mr. Adams please visit Cyril S. Adams1938-2020 | Shooting Sportsman Magazine

Offered here is a superb, honest W. Richards 12-gauge side-by-side, serial #9604, fitted with 30″ barrels. This gun presents in excellent original condition with attractive patina to the action and barrels and very presentable wood. It carries documented provenance to Cyril Adams (provenance paperwork/notes available on request), adding collector interest while remaining a fully usable English sporting gun.

Key Specifications:
Maker: W. Richards
Gauge: 12 bore
Action: Boxlock (double triggers)
Barrels: 30″
Rib: Smooth concave rib with brass bead
Stock: Straight English grip (leather butt noted in original paperwork)
LOP: R ~14¾”
Drop at Comb / Heel: ~1½” / ~1?”
Cast: ~1/8″ off
Chokes: Fixed (approx. R ¼ – L ½ per owner notes)
Weight: Approx. 6 lb 6 oz
Serial: 9604

– Cosmetic: Excellent original condition for age. Strong original finish on barrels and action, tasteful patina, crisp engraving, and attractive wood with light handling marks.
– Mechanical: Sound and serviceable — tight face, secure lockup, crisp triggers, and functioning extractors.
– Case: Original leather case referenced; handle recorded as broken.
– Bores/Chambers: Reported clean and serviceable; bore photos available upon request.

W. Richards boxlocks are known for their balanced handling and reliability. The Cyril Adams provenance adds collector appeal — this is a straight, original English gun with traceable history, suitable for both shooting and collection.

Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: W. Richards
Model: BLE
Serial Number: 9604
Barrel Length: 30
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrel Type: SxS
Action: BLE
Triggers: Double
Stock Comb: 1 1/2
Stock Heel: 1 7/8
Stock Cast: 1/8″ Off
LOP: 14 3/4
Rib: Smooth Concave
Weight: 6.6 oz
Sights: Brass Bead
Chokes: Fixed
Choke Left: 1/2
Choke Right: 1/4
Case: Original Leather Case
Item Location: Michigan