^Lot 2314 WATSON BROS. OF BOND ST., LONDON ROOK RIFLE.

Cal. 300 Rook. S# 12035. Oct. 26" bbl. w/ Birmingham black powder proofs. Barrel top flat is matted w/ blade front sight & 3 leaf folding rear sight. Boxlock top lever action w/ extractor & highlights of geometric pattern engraving. Checkered walnut stock set w/ ebony forearm tip, German silver toeline name plate, matching number stamped on toeline & metal shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: metal has gray/brown patina appearance with marks & spots corrosion; traces of blue on barrel. Wood has good appearance with numerous dings. Good strong rifling showing pitting & wear near muzzle & chamber. PROVENANCE: Estate of Groves Herrick. (25-5713/MD). CURIO. $400-600.