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A superb, between-the-wars Holland & Holland .465 Bore (.500/.4645 NE) “Royal” Model Double Rifle built on Holland’s timeless back-action sidelock ejector with an extended top strap, Holland's patented hand detachable locks, hidden third bite, disk set strikers, two triggers (front one hinged), and a manual safety. Rolled guard bow has tang extended to the trap grip cap. 

Wonderfully executed “Royal” engraving surrounding the Maker's name, and peacock feather motif on the top lever. "Royal Ejector" engraved on the bottom of the action. Cocking indicators are lined in gold and "SAFE" is also inlaid in gold.

Original 26" chopper lump barrels are fitted with Holland's patented ejectors and hidden third bite. Top rib has stippled and sculpted quarter rib with 1 standing/2 folding (50, 200, 300 yds) that are lined in platinum. Ramp foresight has thin sight blade and flip up night sight. The bores remain excellent and have original London proof marks. 

The full pistol grip stock has a right hand, beaded cheekpiece with a full pistol grip, traditional drop points, blank stock oval, sling swivel on toe line, and trap door grip cap still containing original original spare foresight, serial numbered to the rifle, is in the trap. Splinter forend has Anson push rod release and rifle has a 14 15/16" LOP over a black rubber recoil pad. 

The rifle is complete in its original lightweight leather case.  

Rifle remains in excellent overall condition with much of its original color remaining on the action and original black on the furniture. Barrels have scope mount holes on quarter rib that were professionally filled and rib refiled, barrels re-blacked, and the stock refinished and rubber recoil pad added. All work done by Holland & Holland. 

A “golden era”  big game double rifle in the maker’s iconic proprietary cartridge. A wonderful example of one of the finest double rifles produced in the world.

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