WESTLEY RICHARDS – GOLD NAME LIVE BIRD GUN FIXED LOCK SXS 12 GAUGE

A purpose-built British live-bird gun from one of England’s most respected makers, this Westley Richards Gold Name Fixed-Lock Side-by-Side 12 Gauge, manufactured in 1982, reflects the firm’s long tradition of producing strong, reliable competition guns for the live-bird ring.

The gun is fitted with 28" solid rib barrels choked .032 and .040, with 2¾" chambers, and proofed NP 2¾", 3¼ ton, confirming a configuration intended for sustained, heavy use. Barrel dimensions are proper and reassuring, with .730 bores and .025/.028 wall thickness, consistent with a serious pigeon gun.

Features include a single mechanical trigger, ejectors, non-automatic safety, beavertail forearm, and English grip, along with a leather-covered recoil pad—all hallmarks of a competition-oriented Westley Richards. The Gold Name designation denotes a higher-grade gun built for performance rather than ornament, prized by shooters for strength and consistency.

Weighing 6 lbs 9 oz, with dimensions of 2⅛" DAH, 1⅝" DAC, and 14½" LOP, it balances lively yet controlled, well suited to fast mounting and decisive shooting.

Condition is excellent restored, showing only light handling to the wood, with clean metal and strong overall presentation.

A correct and desirable Westley Richards live-bird gun—restored, properly proportioned, and built with the purpose and pedigree serious competition demands.