Eddystone P14 Sporterized 405 Winchester 22″ Bolt Action Rifle Pattern 1914
SOLD FOR: $2,550.00
LSB#: LSB250516JB042
Make: Eddystone
Model: Pattern 1914 (Sporterized)
Serial Number: 685651
Year of Manufacture: 1910s (Action), Not C&R Due to Sporterization
Caliber: .405 Winchester
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle Fed by Internal Magazine
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a white bead mounted to a raised boss on the barrel. The rear sight is not present. The top of the receiver is fitted with two scope bases for mounting optics.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The rifle has been sporterized with a one-piece walnut stock featuring a capped and checkered pistol grip and a rubber buttpad that remains supple. A floral engraving is present on the floorplate. Sling hardware includes a front swivel mounted to the barrel and a rear sling stud on the belly of the buttstock. There are scattered handling marks, light scratches, and signs of prior use. The length of pull is 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock rates in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 85% of its current metal finish. The metal shows scattered light finish wear, with more noticeable thinning along exposed edges and around the muzzle. The receiver is marked with a British broad arrow on the left side. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear, though softened from refinishing. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition as sporterized.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The bolt locks up well, and the trigger breaks cleanly. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment:
Originally manufactured by Eddystone for the British as a Pattern 1914 rifle during the First World War, this example has been transformed into a sporting rifle chambered in the hard-hitting .405 Winchester. This classic cartridge, once dubbed the “thunderstick” by Theodore Roosevelt, is well suited for large game at moderate ranges and remains a nostalgic favorite among handloaders and traditional hunters.
The rifle retains its military roots through its robust action and British broad arrow proof, while also sporting custom features including an engraved floorplate and a refined walnut stock with checkering and a soft rubber buttpad. The addition of a white bead front sight on a raised boss and scope bases indicates a setup ready for both irons and optics, depending on the shooter’s preference.
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind sporter built on a historically significant action and chambered in a legendary cartridge, this rifle is a rare and capable platform. Whether taken afield or added to a collection of post-war sporting conversions, it has the kind of character that turns heads and invites stories. So bid high and bid firm. I encourage you to look at the condition of the item in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
