With octagonal turn-off barrel line engraved at the muzzle and with geometric line engraving at the breech, foliate engraved action signed ‘LONDON’ to the right and ‘EGG’ to the left, dolphin hammer and chequered walnut grip with silver butt decoration. In lovely untouched condition retaining traces of finish throughout. 

Durs Egg

Son of Leonz Egg, gunmaker, Switzerland. Born 1748, baptised Urs Christian. After a short stay in Paris, came to London and worked for John Twigg, 1772. Granted denization in 1791. Gunmaker & Sword Cutler. Became gunmaker to George IV & Duke of York. Renowned for his fine workmanship. 

Howard L. Blackmore (1986) Gunmakers Of London 1350-1850, George Shumway Publishing, York, Pennsylvania, USA. 

Dimensions:

Bore: 80 Bore

Barrel Length: 1.5 Inches (3.81 cm)

Overall Length: 4.5 Inches (11.43 cm)