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I have seen some pretty-well trashed pre-war Rigby doubles. One was mechanically trashed although the finish still looked pretty good.

Personally I would prefer a Purdey or a detachable sidelock H&H.

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By trashed I assume you means used hard, which certainly makes good reason due to there popularity in Africa & Abroad. The pre-war Rigby SLE action design is the strongest in the trade, and they all shoot straight. The rising bite version is actually an over-kill, though incredible in every aspect in design and function.

I do like your idea of the Purdey though.