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Purdey Double Rifle .470 Nitro Express 24-inch

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Purdey best-quality double rifle in .470 NE, 24-inch barrels, hammer-forged.

Type: Rifle

Action: Break-Action

Caliber: .470 Nitro Express

Capacity: 2

Year introduced: 1890, UK

Weight: 118 oz

Overall length: 43"

Status: Active

Intended use: Dangerous Game