james adsett, back lock, 12 gauge, nitro proof

A 12 bore, side by side, hammer action shotgun by James Adsett of Upper Bridge Street, Canterbury, Serial No. 2347, 30ins Damascus barrels with engine turned top rib bearing makers name and address, barrels have been reproofed, bright steel hammers and actions profusely decorated with rose and scrollwork, walnut stock and fore end with chequered grips and composite butt plated.  The gun was restored in England in the 1950’s and remains in very nice condition.

oldguns.ca, virtual museum collection.