Gibbs-Metford Rifle

This rifle was sold at Auction in New Zealand in December 2001 for NZ$15,000.00 + 10% buyers premium.

Lot 885
.461 Calibre George Gibbs Percussion Target Rifle. 35 1/2" tapered round heavy barrel marked "George Gibbs, 29 Corn St Bristol", and "Metford's Patent, 1011" on a 3" top flat at breech. Bore very good. Plain lock marked "George Gibbs". Barrel has some finish in sheltered areas, mainly a grey-brown patina. Some spots of pitting. Lock, hammer and trigger guard are a grey patina. Fitted with its original fore and rear sights. Very good straight grained walnut half stock, chequered at pistol grip. Horn fore-end nose cap. Butt sling swivel missing. Action strong. S/N 1011. A previous owner's initials engraved on top of breech flat. VGWO&G-VGC. Complete with a bullet mould and false muzzle, both non original.