I found three Royals at Holt's in March that were in excellent condition, one re-barrelled by Hollnd & Holland, some with original barrels. Of course, they were among lots of guns that I vetoed as unsatisfactory and unwise investments.

All sold for under £10,000. Laugh all you like Geno but if you give me £10,000 of your cash, I'll happily find you a Royal that you will struggle to find fault with.

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