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Unread 04-16-2026, 12:38 PM   #11
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Very cool gun! Thanks for sharing. I would imagine a Birmingham box lock with a beavertail FE would be quite uncommon.
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Unread 04-23-2026, 06:59 PM   #12
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Thanks Allen, I am. Just got a 2 barrel case, a Venati for now (not impressed with the latch), and a case label, a factory letter and found a pair of WR snap caps on guns intl.

Can’t wait to try it out on some 5 stand.
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Received my Westley Richards factory letters today and thought that they might be of interest to some. Manufactured in June of 1955 for a Mr. Moore. The cover letter states 2 1/2” chambers. But the log book (and my chamber gauge) note 2 3/4”. No mention of model name or number is given.

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I paid for a factory letter on a Westley Richards I own as well. They send out a very nice letter and copy of the log book.
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John,

Your gun was proofed at 2 3/4”. You may want to call or shoot an email to WR to get them to correct the letter. They charge enough for them they make it right.

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Thanks Ken, it’s been addressed and I’m happy to report I received confirmation this morning that it’s being resolved.

Addendum: Correct letter was quickly reissued, shipped and received on 5/4/26. Very responsive and went above expectations in my opinion.

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