A Cased Flintlock Sporting Gun by H. Bailes of Ipswich. With sighted octagonal to round barrel signed in gold along the top-flat, 'H. Bailes Ipswich' with patent breech with four platinum lines and a gold touch hole, profusely engraved lock decorated with scrolling foliage and game, waterproof pan, half-stocked in walnut, cut with a band of chequering at the grip, profusely engraved mounts comprising butt plate, trigger guard and ramrod pipes: in relined mahogany case with accessories including powder flask and turn-screw, the exterior with flush fitting brass carrying handle.
BAILES
Dimensions:
Bore: 14 Bore
Barrel Length: 32 Inches (81.28 cm)
Overall Length: 48 1/8 Inches (121.90 cm)