Ward & Sons 12b Percussion S x S Shotgun

Here we have a lovely 12 bore percussion shotgun by Ward & Sons of Birmingham (1859 - 1935). The piece has nice strong springs, holding half and full cock crisply. The barrlels are superb and undamaged, with lovely lovely plum browning over the twist pattern ribbon - with lots of wall thickness at the muzzles. 
 
The woodwork is in good condition on the whole, with a hairline crack behind the barrel tang (hard to spot). The top rib is detailed "Ward & Sons Fine Twist" - referring to the production method of the barrels, prior to the advent of fluid steel. 30" barrels, 117cm overall length. 
 
 
 
N.B: All items sold by Antiquities Arms are done so strictly for the purpose of collection and curiosity only under Section 58/2 of the UK firearms law. Prior to purchasing, it is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that they are over the age of 18, and not prohibited from owning Section 58/2 firearms under Section 21 of the 1968 firearms act, and the violent crime act of 2006. New customers will be requested to present a form of photo identification prior to the sale of any section 58/2 piece, a brief phone call may also be requested. Here at Antiquities Arms we work closely with the authorities to ensure and uphold the legal status of honest collectors. Please familiarise yourself with the currently UK firearms laws which can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications