Harrison & Hussey (UK) 12 GA Boxlock Ejector 28" Barrels. Made in 1945

Gunmaker: HARRISON & HUSSEY
Model / Type: Boxlock Ejector, Side by Side Shotgun with Double Triggers and Ejectors, Automatic Safety
Year of Manufacture: Between 1930's to 1940's
Barrels: 28" Nitro Proofed Barrels
Chambers: 2 1/2" 
Chokes: Right Barrel: Improved Cylinder & Left Barrel: Modified -> Fixed chokes in both barrels  
Proofs / Marks: Nitro Proofed Barrels & Receiver - London Proof House marks
Stock / Forend: Traditional English straight hand grip with with splinter style forend and Anson style forend release. Extra fancy walnut stock in excellent condition
Serial Number: 17223
Weight: 6 lbs. & 6 ozs.

Stock dimensions as follows:
Length of Pull: 15"
Drop at Heel: 1 1/2"
Drop at Comb: 1 1/4"

Condition Report
Blue steel chopper lump barrels with chambers proved and measured at 2 1/2 inches, automatic ejectors, single bead sight on a concave, unchequered solid rib marked with a gold inlaid "2" at the top of the rib. London proofhouse marks on the flats and receiver. The barrels are marked "HARRISON & HUSSEY" (Right Barrel) and "7 BURY STREET ST. JAMES LONDON" (left barrel). Featuring fantastic scroll and acanthus engraving scenes that flow very nicely into the breech end of the rib. Automatic sliding safety with gold inlaid "SAFE" marking. The action and locks feature full coverage floral bouquet and scroll engraving with Harrison & Hussey banners on each side and underside of the action. Finely checkered walnut straight grip stock and forearm with Anson latch marked with a gold inlaid "2" at the end of the forend. Engraved fittings and checkered bare butt with a very well executed 1.75" inch matching walnut extension. Also has a silver buttstock oval that is original and unengraved -> Add your own initials or design.

History

Harrison & Hussey was a London based gunmaker between 1919-1950. Both Harrison and Hussey had connections all over the early 20th century British gunmaking world and their work is highly regarded. This example shows regular wear, but still remains in fantastic overall condition. The barrels lock up tight and the bores are mirror smooth. This is a very nice example of Harrison & Hussey’s work and would make a great addition to a collectors gun cabinet.