Description: CASED FRANCHI IMPERIAL MONTE CARLO EXTRA SxS FIELD SHOTGUN: S.L.E.; single trigger, 2¾" chambers; 28" barrels choked approx FULL & MOD; hand cut tapered barrel rib with an ivory bead front sight; barrels inscribed S.P.A. LUIGI FRANCHI BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY; exc bores, tight on the face; sharp profiles & clear markings; magnificent 9 pin side lock action engraved in the finest intricate floral engraving; ensuite engraving to t/guard & extension; full blue finish to barrels, top lever & t/guard; exc walnut stock with a fine tear drop chequered wrist & forend; central to the forend is a diamond shaped section inlaid in gold; an Imperial Crown with a surround & inscribed IMPERIALE MONT CARLO EXTRA, this being the highest grade they make; LOP 14½", 3.3 kgs; gwo & fine cond. Presented in its original Luigi Franchi leather case with leather trade label to the underside of the lid; partitioned & lined in an emerald green suede fabric. A superb offering #14973 L/R