Westley Richards Ovundo 20 gauge, 1927, droplock, 28-inch IC/F, 2.75, superb bores, horn, drop points, cased, documents

Westley Richards Ovundo 20 gauge. Completed in 1927 per the included documentation, serial 1626 has 28-inch barrels (IC upper / F lower, scalloped .245-inch solid rib with single bead, 2.75-inch chambers, ejectors). Features include a droplock action, automatic safety, horn forend tip, wrap checkering and drop points. ENGRAVING: “Westley Richards” on each plate, “Safe” on the tang and the gun number “4” 3x – all in gold. Plates are bordered while the lever, latch and screws are lightly scrolled. The toe line initial plate has “JBC” initials. DIMENSIONS: Weight is 6.4 pounds. Length-of-pull is 14.25 inches over the pad, drops are 1.5 and 2.25 inches, and cast off is approximately .25-inch. CONDITION: Bores are superb, barrels on face and mechanics solid. The receiver pin (upper left side) is a trace proud which accounts for its lighter color (contact wear). Barrel finish has thinned and browned to approximately 60 percent. Colors have faded to approximately 25 percent. Guard has been refinished. Wood is solid and stands at approximately 80 percent. INCLUSIONS: The Authentication Certificate, history letter, photocopy of ledger sheets and a 1986 purchase receipt/description are present. A leather takedown case (partial end label, makers label, brass corners, snaps, wool felt lining, initials on lid) in good condition is also included. The price is firm and layaway is available. $20,000 plus shipping.