Army & Navy - Converted Rook rifle to .410 smoothbore
The Army & Navy Co-operative Society holds a distinguished reputation for producing high-quality sporting arms tailored for the British gentry and military officers. This Rook & Rabbit model represents a classic piece of Edwardian firearm history, originally designed as a nimble rifle for small game before its professional conversion.
This 1905-dated unit has been expertly transformed into a .410 gauge smoothbore, maintaining its distinctive sidelever and hammer while retaining the original mid sights and muzzle bead. The shotgun is fitted with a straight English style stock and features Nitro Proofed barrels, weighing a remarkable 4 lbs 3 ⅖ oz for effortless carry in the field.
The action locks up tight and utilizes reliable extractors and a manual safety for a secure and tactile shooting experience. With a 2 ½" chamber and elegant lines, this versatile firearm is a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of United Kingdom gunmaking.
- Model: Rook & Rabbit Hammer Rifle (Smoothbored)
- Type: Shotgun
- Caliber / Bore / Gauge: .410 Ga
- Barrel Length: 25 1/2"
- Overall Length: 40"
- Action: Sidelever
- Safety: Manual
- Ejectors: Extractors
- Chambers: 2.5
- Chokes: N/A
- Rib: No Rib
- Stock Material: Wood
- Barrel Type: Smoothbore
- Length of Pull (LOP): 14 3/8"
- Length of Pull to Wood (LOP to Wood): 14 3/8"
- Cast: Right
- Drop at Comb (DAC): 1 3/8"
- Drop at Heel (DAH): 2 5/8"
- Stock: Straight English
- Palm Swell: No
- Seller Inventory #: 07921
- Price: $2199
- License Needed: C&R
- Country of Make: United Kingdom
- Year of Make: 1905
- Weight: 4 lbs 3.4 oz