^Lot 2159 HOLLAND & HOLLAND TOP LEVER ROOK RIFLE.

Cal. 360. S# 10995. Mfg. 1888; originally London proofed for 290, but reproofed for 360 bore; possibly for shooting 38 Long Colt. Oct. 26 1/8" bbl. w/ matting on top. Left side barrel flat has patent # & Field Rifle Trials marking, & right side has London address & restamped bore marking. Round body action with sprays of acanthus scroll engraving, right side lever safety. Checkered walnut stock set w/ ebony forearm tip, steel grip cap & buttplate. CONDITION: barrel has large proportion of old factory reblue showing areas of fading to brown patina mixed with varnish overspray; barrel shows an area of deep marks on left side. Receiver has brown worn patina with varnish spots & marks. Worn wood finish with sm. gouges in checkering, chip in left side forearm, sm. cracks & numerous dings. Fair worn bore. Gunsmith attention is needed as safety does not appear functional. PROVENANCE: Estate of Groves Herrick. (01-28724/MD). ANTIQUE. $500-800.