E.J. Churchill Boxlock Ejector 12 Bore — Early Example | Meticulously Maintained | Antique Direct Ship


E.J. Churchill Boxlock Ejector 12 bore, manufactured in 1897 during the first decade of the firm’s operationtwo years prior to Robert Churchill joining his uncle’s business. Robert, the nephew of founder Edwin John (Ted) Churchill, would later establish the firm’s reputation for the famous 25" XXV model and the distinctive narrow, raised Churchill rib.

This early example features 30" barrels with a swamped file-cut rib. The gun is tight on face, with clean and bright bores, Ejectors in time, and barrels that ring with a clear church bell tone. Modern Nitro re-proof at 850 BAR. Mechanically excellent. Meticulously maintained in the UK, this is a well-preserved example of an early Churchill, offering field-ready reliability and collector appeal.

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  • Barrel Type: Fluid Steel

    Barrel Length: 30”

    Chamber Length: 2 1/2” (65mm)

    Proof: Nitro 850 Bar @. 732

    Bore diameter: R .735 L .734

    Minimum Wall Thickness: R .021 L .020

    Choke: R .006 Skeet L .006 Skeet

  • LOP: 14 5/8” to checkered butt

    DOC: 1 11/16”

    DOH: 2 1/4”

    Cast: 1/4” off

  • Date of Manufacture: 1897

    FFL status: Antique

    Action: A&D Boxlock Ejector

    Ejector: Yes

    Weight: 6lb 8oz

    Serial: 808

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