Barrel length 69 cm (27"), stock length 37,5 cm (14,75"), overall length 111 cm (43,75"), choke 1/8 & full (IC & F), weight 2,7 kg, year of manufacture 1936, British proof, condition 3
Barrel inscribed "John Dickson & Son 63 Princess Street Edinburgh", slightly concave rib with brass front sight, ejectors, forearm with Anson push-rod, box lock, locking with double barrel hooks, bascule engraved with arabesques, trigger plate and guard dark blued, automatic sliding tang safety, double trigger, sling swivel lugs removed, straight stock with cut stock end and blank monogram plate. Small hairline crack at safety, superficial rust spots on barrel and bascule.
John Dickson, along with his son of the same name, opened a business called John Dickson & Son. Skilled as both manufacturer and dealer, the family business became probably the most prominent Scottish gun manufacturer. Even more clearly associated with Dickson than its origins, however, is the "round body" system. This is an approach, both technical and visual, that offers another elegant solution in addition to the usual sidelocks or box locks. In this case, the interior is mounted on the base plate (trigger plate) of the system. Known in German-speaking countries as "trigger plate locks". Externally, the relocation of the components succeeds in giving the overall appearance of the rifle a particularly fine and, as the name suggests, round impression. The design itself is based on the patent of the Scottish gunsmith James MacNaughton. Although the invention itself cannot be directly traced back to Dickson, he is conversely considered the most successful implementer of his time. The company was known for incorporating other Scottish gunsmiths when the opportunity arose, including well-known names such as Alexander Henry, Daniel Fraser and Alex Martin. In 1947, this was ultimately the case with James MacNaughton. Managed by members of the family until 1923, Dickson & Son still exists today.

Category: Shotguns