The Purdey Purdey SxS 12ga Self-Opener is a Shotgun first produced in 1958. It carries a scarcity score of 92/100 based on tracked survey data, with 4 active listings currently on the secondary market and a global benchmark price of $87,015.
The Purdey 'Self-Opener' side-by-side shotgun, a pinnacle of British gunmaking, emerged from a long tradition of hammerless designs. Its innovative self-opening mechanism, perfected by Frederick Beesley in 1880, allowed the gun to spring open when the top lever was pushed, facilitating rapid reloading. This design established the Purdey Self-Opener as a favored choice for elite sportsmen worldwide, solidifying its reputation for mechanical elegance and shooting efficiency.
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