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English Double Shotguns

The makers of English double-barreled shotguns pride themselves on their long histories of design and innovation. They hold a long-standing reputation for their dedication to building the best shotguns in the world.

England has a long history with the shotgun that traces back to royalty and aristocracy. English double barrels are prized for the craftsmanship and high-quality materials used to manufacture them.

Due to gun laws in the U.K. and most of Europe, the ability to own a firearm is restricted and difficult. Because of this, Europeans who purchase shotguns may only purchase one their entire life. Understandably, many insist on making this single purchase the highest quality possible. English double-barrel makers including Holland & Holland, Charles Hellis, Boss, and Purdey manufacture shotguns that have earned a time-honored reputation. These companies have been producing shotguns for over a century and are revered for their works.


Quick Facts

  • Athol Purdey was one of the biggest proponents of the over-and-under shotgun and championed the Purdey company to design one
  • Holland & Holland have received two royal warrants for their firearms
  • The Prince of Wales, the Earl of Carnarvon, and the King of Portugal were all owners of Charles Ellis Shotguns

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Hollis & Sons 10 Ga. Perc S X S Shotgun
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by Old Barn Auction
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STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7526 / 7,
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STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7526 / 7,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £5,000- £7,000
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STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7859 / 60,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A PAIR OF 12-BORE SIDELEVER SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 7859 / 60,
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Est: £2,000- £3,000
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H. GINGELL A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, no visible serial number,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
H. GINGELL A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, no visible serial number,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £1,000- £1,500
£1,0000 Bids
J. WOODWARD & SONS A 12-BORE 'THE AUTOMATIC' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5132,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
J. WOODWARD & SONS A 12-BORE 'THE AUTOMATIC' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 5132,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £3,000- £5,000
£3,0000 Bids
ALEX MARTIN A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6500,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
ALEX MARTIN A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 6500,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £700- £900
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H. HOLLAND AN EARLY 12-BORE SIDELEVER MULTIPLE-BITE SNAP-ACTION HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3070,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
H. HOLLAND AN EARLY 12-BORE SIDELEVER MULTIPLE-BITE SNAP-ACTION HAMMERGUN, serial no. 3070,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £1,000- £1,500
£1,0000 Bids
ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 57320,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
ARMY & NAVY C.S.L. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 57320,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £800- £1,200
£8000 Bids
WILLIAM POWELL & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 13140,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
WILLIAM POWELL & SON A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 13140,
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Est: £800- £1,200
£8000 Bids
W. J. JEFFERY & CO. LTD. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 35259,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
W. J. JEFFERY & CO. LTD. A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 35259,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £1,500- £2,000
£1,5000 Bids
WILLIAM & SON A FINE CUSACK-ENGRAVED 20-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 0012,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
WILLIAM & SON A FINE CUSACK-ENGRAVED 20-BORE SINGLE-TRIGGER OVER AND UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 0012,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £20,000- £25,000
£20,0000 Bids
JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE 1887 PATENT 'ROUND ACTION' TRIGGERPLATE-ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 7452,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE 1887 PATENT 'ROUND ACTION' TRIGGERPLATE-ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 7452,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £5,000- £7,000
£5,0000 Bids
JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE 1887 PATENT 'ROUND ACTION' TRIGGERPLATE-ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 5525,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
JOHN DICKSON & SON A 12-BORE 1887 PATENT 'ROUND ACTION' TRIGGERPLATE-ACTION EJECTOR, serial no. 5525,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £4,000- £6,000
£4,0000 Bids
T. WILD A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 22457,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
T. WILD A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 22457,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £800- £1,200
£8000 Bids
JOHN POWELL A PAIR OF BUBLIK AND CASBARD-ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 30042 / 3,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
JOHN POWELL A PAIR OF BUBLIK AND CASBARD-ENGRAVED 12-BORE SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 30042 / 3,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £3,000- £5,000
£3,0000 Bids
J. ROBERTSON A PAIR OF 12-BORE EASY-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 5707 / 8,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
J. ROBERTSON A PAIR OF 12-BORE EASY-OPENING BOXLOCK EJECTORS, serial no. 5707 / 8,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £700- £900
£7000 Bids
W.J. JEFFERY & CO. LTD. A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 34034,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
W.J. JEFFERY & CO. LTD. A 20-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 34034,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £600- £800
£6000 Bids
HOLLAND & HOLLAND A SCARCE 20-BORE 'NO.3 GRADE' BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 21656,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
HOLLAND & HOLLAND A SCARCE 20-BORE 'NO.3 GRADE' BACK-ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 21656,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £3,000- £5,000
£3,0000 Bids
STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 7913,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
STEPHEN GRANT & SONS A 12-BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 7913,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £5,000- £7,000
£5,0000 Bids
LONDON SPORTING PARK LTD. A 12-BORE THE "WATTS" GUN SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 354,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
LONDON SPORTING PARK LTD. A 12-BORE THE "WATTS" GUN SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 354,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £1,000- £1,500
£1,0000 Bids
LANG & HUSSEY LD. A 12-BORE 'IMPERIAL EJECTOR' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 10667,
Nov 28, 10:00 AM GMT
LANG & HUSSEY LD. A 12-BORE 'IMPERIAL EJECTOR' SIDELOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 10667,
by Holts Auctioneers
Est: £2,000- £3,000
£2,0000 Bids

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