The pin in the forend iron was present in earlier Purdey guns. Pin placement on the sideplates of this gun is indicative of a Beesley pattern lock. I would not rule this out as genuine based on these photos alone.

I'm inclined to think the action is genuine, the engraving notwithstanding. As for the barrels and wood, I'll not vouch. Would have to see them, but I have my doubts.

Curl

Last edited by CptCurl; 05/11/10 06:56 AM. Reason: Added comments in second paragraph.
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