*◊ FINE WALTHER MODEL II HEAVY BARREL .22RF SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 35770. Pre-war Sporting rifle can be used in semi-auto or bolt action mode. 26-1/2″ heavy bbl, Tangent rear sight, blue finish, checkered walnut pistol grip stock with cheek piece sling swivels. Spare magazine. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90% blue turning somewhat plum, slight cleaning marks around front sight. Slight muzzle wear with some staining. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Tangent sight is very good. Receiver retains 80% blue with some browning at top of receiver. Bolt retains 60% bright blue with some plum brown. Bolt handle shows 80% blue with some scratches. Bottom metal shows 90% blue. Stock is very fine with only slight handling marks. Pistol grip is finely checkered with a fluted end cap. Hard rubber buttplate is fine with only minor dents. A very nice Walther .22 rifle. 49183-15 TEP (500-800) – Lot 1233

*HK MODEL 630 SEMI-AUTOMATIC SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 04106. Cal .223 20″ barrel with factory muzzle brake and folding leaf rear sight. Polished blue-finish semi-auto receiver with fold down charging handle. Checkered walnut stocks with cheekpiece and sling swivels. Mounted with Zeiss Diatal-C 4x scope in HK scope mount. Factory five round magazine. Leather adjustable sling. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains virtually all of its fine factory finish with some light scrapes and handling marks on the stock. Mechanics crisp. Optics clear. 49183-23 WD2 (1,200-2,200) – Lot 1235

*STEYR-MANNLICHER MODEL SSG-69 BOLT ACTION RIFLE MOUNTED IN BLACK COMPOSITE STOCK WHICH HAS A BI-POD MOUNTED ON FORWARD END. NIGHTFORCE NXS 3.5-15X50 TELESCOPE.

SN 281723. Cal. 308. 26″ free-floating bbl, Parkerized finish, black composite pistol grip checkered stock with Steyr buttpad that is adjustable for length of pull. Nightforce Telescope is mounted on quick-release Talley rings. Bi-pod is mounted in channel on forend stock. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% Parkerized finish with a few small scratches. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 98% Parkerized finish with a few small scratches. Bolt is finished black and retains 90% of finish. Bolt handle is black finish. Trigger guard and magazine retain 95% black finish. Stock is very good with checkered pistol grip and forend and very few mars or scratches. Bi-pod is very good, adjustable for height and easily detaches. A very nice modern hunting rifle. 49183-20 TEP (1,000-1,800) – Lot 1396

*J. P. SAUER NIROSTA MODEL SIDELOCK DRILLING COMBINATION GUN.

SN 15057. Cal. 12GA X 7 X 57 R. 27-1/4” bbl, blue case colored finish, checkered stock. PROVENANCE: William Henkel Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 90% rust blue with fold-up rifle sight on rib. Rib marked “Carl Stiegele Munchen” and “Krupp Essen”. Bores are very good. Gun has a Hensoldt scope on claw mounts that are orig to rifle. Receiver shows 80-90% firery case colors with J. P. Sauer & Sohn Suhl on the bottom of receiver. Engraving on receiver is nearly full-coverage of very tight Arabesque scroll masterfully executed. Horn trigger guard. Double adjustable triggers. Bbl selector on upper tang. Gun is Nitro proofed. Stocks are highly figured French walnut with checkered pistol grip that has steel cap. Forend is finely checkered. Buttstock has plain cheekpiece and Pachmayr buttpad. There are sling swivels mounted on buttstock and bbl. Beautiful drilling in exceptional condition. 49394-44 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1701

*◊ KREIGHOFF SEMPRIO PUMP ACTION SPORTING RIFLE IN KREIGHOFF LUGGAGE CASE.

SN 101565. Cal. 30-06. 22″ bbl, blue finish, red bead front and rear sights, finely checkered and highly figured pistol grip stocks with cheekpiece, sling swivel, and rubber buttpad. Green Kreighoff luggage case with brown leather trim and combination locks. Case contains instructions, screw driver, test target, and trigger lock. CONDITION: New, Unfired. Bbl shows all of blue finish with only slight muzzle wear. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Sights are very good. Receiver shows all of matted blue finish. Bolt is fluted. Stocks are very fine with sharp checkering and only slightest handling marks. A very unique modern hunting rifle. Case is as new. 49322-4 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1705

*FN MAUSER COMMEMORATING ONE THOUSAND YEAR FOUNDING OF LIEGE.

SN 53227. Cal. 7 X 64 mm. 26″ Lightweight tapered sporter bbl is fitted with island base mounting one standing, two folding leaf rear sight, and small ramp mounting silver bead front. Flush gold inlaid attribution is on top. Rear of bbl has silver and gold inlay of Tower of Liege between “L” and “G” (famous Liege proof mark). Receiver ring shows map of province with cities. “1000″ is gold inlaid within laurel leaves. Sidewall is inlaid “980 Liege 1980″. Bridge has multi colored gold inlay of the crest of the Prince of Liege. Further commemorative crests and shields are gold inlaid in exquisite detail on floorplate and trigger guard bow. This fine work is by noted master engraver Jean H. Diet, whose signature is at rear of floorplate. Beautifully stump figured French walnut stock measures 14-1/4″ over Browning open sided pad, and features swept Monte Carlo right hand cheekpiece, grooved top forend, rosewood grip cap and forend tip. There is basket weave checkering at grip and forend flanked by relief carved acanthus scroll. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Rod Fuller Estate Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Appears unfired since proof, with only a few minor handling marks on wood and metal. 49114-75 MGM119 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2058

*PERUGINI & VISINI VICTORIA MODEL D EXPRESS DOUBLE RIFLE WITH GAME SCENE BY C. TOMASONI WITH EXTRA BARRELS, SCOPE, AND CASE.

SN 2295. (1997) Cal. 9.3 x 72R and 20 ga. 24″ Dovetailed rifle bbls are mounted with file cut quarter rib holding claw scope bases and single standing leaf rear sight marked for 50 yards. Gold front bead is in matching ramp. 28″ Mono-bloc 20 ga. shotgun bbls are fitted with flat, matted rib. Sides of left bbls are engraved “PERUGINI & VISINI”, right sides with “NUVOLERA BRESCIA”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs with calibers, and SNs. Shotgun bbls do not match. Bottom right of both sets of bbls are engraved with importers name and address (Old Friends Rod & Gun Club). Case hardened scallop-backed boxlock action has long top strap, which extends over comb, and features non-automatic safety, classic swept bolsters, and double triggers. Engraving consists of simple line borders, floral screw heads, and some well cut simple scroll on fences. Trigger plate, marked “PERUGINI & VISINI” has exceptionally fine face-on Bulino portrait of a roaring lion, which is signed “C. Tomasoni”. Scroll engraved top lever, single beaded trigger guard, and grip cap are blued. SN is on trigger guard tang which extends to grip cap. Nicely figured and marbled dense European walnut full capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over Silver type pad. Stock features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching splinter forend has forward pivoting release in classic double rifle fashion. Shot gun bbls: Bore diameter: left -.621, right -.620. Bore restrictions: left -.032 (full), right -.015 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Weight: 7 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Rifle Bbls: Drop at heel: approx 2-11/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight without scope: 8 lbs 6 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Kahles Helia L 1.1-4.5 X 20 rail scope with three post reticle is in claw mounts, rear with windage adjustment. Green canvas case with stitched leather corners has green canvas outer cover with dark brown leather trim. Case is lined in scarlet cloth with space for both sets of bbls, scope, and action. P & V label is in lid. Case contains 3-pc brass cleaning rod with mop and brush, 20 ga snap caps, and rifle snap caps. PROVENANCE: Consignors notes, sales invoice, and orig 100 meter target showing good grouping. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a few light marks and silvering of metal finishes, and a few light scratches and dings in wood. Bores are excellent. Action is tight with both sets of bbls. Scope is excellent with a few small dings, mostly on adjustment covers, optics clear. Case is excellent with a few light scuffs on exterior, as protected by outer cover, which also has some scuffs. Straps and handle are good. Zippers are good. Interior cloth is excellent, as are label and accessories. A useful combo in a rifle caliber suitable for a wide range of big game up to cape buffalo. 49403-1 MGM128 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2187

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*SUBLIME .22 MAGNUM RIMFIRE BABY ZEUS BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE BY ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI WITH CASE.

SN 978. Cal. .22 Winchester Mag Rimfire. 22″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with file cut quarter rib mounting claw scope bases, and one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight, with gold triangle and lines marked for 50 and 100 yards. Gold bead front sight is in matching ramp. Side of left bbl is engraved “Abbiatico & Salvinelli”. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, and Italian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “BOHLER RASANT” and with caliber. Bottom of left bbl is gold inlaid “Fatto a Wono Per L. G.” (Made especially for L.G. ?) A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Case hardened baby boxlock action with long top strap extending over comb, features non-automatic safety and double triggers (front set). Borders of action are gold wire inlaid, and this treatment is also on scope claw bases on bbl. Screw heads are engraved. “ZEUS” is gold inlaid on engraved riband on trigger plate. Blued top lever, forend iron, and single beaded trigger guard also have gold wire inlay. SN is at grip. Nicely marbled stump figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features classic styled shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and a sling loop, as well as a gold oval engraved “LG” on toe line. Semi beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight without scope: 5 lbs 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Swarovski Habicht 1.5 – 4.5 X 20 scope with duplex reticle is in claw rings, rear ring with windage adjustment. Blue ABS Famars marked case with tan leather trim is lined in dark green velvet, and is made for a 2-bbl set target shotgun. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue, silvered on sharp edges and thinning slightly toward breech. Action retains 70 – 80% of its orig case hardening color, silvered on top tang, fences, and around bottom from light hand wear. Blue of top lever, forend iron, and trigger guard very slightly silvered. Stocks retain approx 90% of their orig glossy finish with numerous marks and light scratches, one or two fairly deep on left side of butt. Bores are excellent, with one or two light pits in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Set trigger works. Scope has a number of light marks in its exterior lacquer. Optics are clear and bright. Case is excellent. An unusual offering from this highly regarded maker, perfect for repelling charges by enraged chipmunks. 49403-2 MGM127 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2188

*BOROVNIK SIDELOCK EJECTOR DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE WITH DEEP RELIEF ENGRAVING AND SCOPE.

SN 404886. Cal. 375 H&H Mag 25-1/2″ Chopper lump Bohler Rasant bbls, are fitted with quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express sight with gold lines, and scope bases. Rib transitions to swamped mid rib which transitions to front ramp, holding bronze bead. Mid rib is gold inlaid “CONCO – BOROVNIK”. Top of quarter rib is engraved with caliber. There are 2-1/2″ half-triangles of well cut open shaded scroll with thin gold bands at breech ends, and matching 1″ triangles at muzzles and on knurled sight protector. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Ferlach proofs, steel info, and caliber, and engraved “MADE IN AUSTRIA” and “CONCO ARMS – EMMAUS, PA.” Coin finished action with Greener crossbolt third fastener and hand detachable sidelocks has top strap, which extends over comb, and features non-automatic safety, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, gold-plated dbl triggers (front articulated), reinforcing side bolsters, and gold-plated internals. Action is engraved with near full coverage small, open, shaded scroll with scrolled gold inlay as counterpoint. Fences, top of action, and top lever are deep relief engraved in acanthus motif. This interesting engraving surrounds full relief vignette of leopard guarding captured impala on large tree branch on bottom of action. Sideplates are deep relief engraved with other members of the “big five”; with black rhino standing in clearing on left lock, and a face-on cape buffalo on right. Engraving is signed “F. Mack” at bottom left of buffalo scene. Blued trigger guard is also scroll engraved and gold inlaid. Tang extends to steel trap grip cap. Lightly marbled and attractively flame figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over red Old English pad, and features large, swept shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip, and a sling eye inlet into toe line. Matching long beavertail ejector forend has Deeley release. Swarovski Habicht 1.5 – 6 x 42 scope with duplex reticle is in claw rings engraved to match rifle. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16″. Weight without scope: 10 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, nearly as new, with little evidence of firing since proof, with a few minor handling marks on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent with clear optics. A well made dangerous game rifle. 49500-1 MGM294 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2189

*JOHANN FRANZOI SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH ZEISS SCOPE AND AMMO.

SN 2637.71. Cal. .375 H&H Belted Magnum. This well made rifle has 24-3/8″ chopper lump bbls fitted with quarter rib, which is mounted with standing leaf express rear sight and scope bases. Top of rib is engraved “JOHANN FRANZOI – ARMS FERLACH”. Abrupt front ramp holds gold bead. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with 1971 Ferlach nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with caliber and steel type (Bohler Antinit). French gray sidelock action features non-automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, reinforcing bolsters, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, gold-plated internals, and gold-plated dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with 80% coverage various sized scroll within scroll and vine engraved borders. Scroll engraved top lever and trigger guard are blued. Well marbled, dense European walnut horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over dark brown leather covered pad, and features drop points, point pattern checkering with dbl line borders, and shadow line right hand cheekpiece. Matching long semi-beavertail ejector forend has Deeley release. Zeiss Diavari – C 1.5 – 4.5 x 18 scope with duplex reticle is in claw rings. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-15/16″. Weight without scope: 9 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Included with rifle are three 20 rnd boxes of RWS solids. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig satin blue with some light marks. Coin finish of action is also excellent, with some slight darkening, most likely from accumulated oil. Stocks have some light handling marks in what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Scope is excellent, optically clear. A well balanced dangerous game rifle. 49549-1 MGM299 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 2190

*MARCHNER OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN/ RIFLE TWO BARREL SET WITH SCOPES.

SN 487. Cal. 16 ga x 6.5 x 52 (most likely 25-35 Winchester) and 16 ga x .30-30. 26-3/4″ Orig 6.5 bbl set is fitted with full length matted rib engraved “H. Marchner, Regensburg” in milled out portion. Rib is fitted with one folding leaf rear sight, silver bead front, and claw scope bases. Bottom of bottom bbl is stamped with German imperial proofs for 6.3/ 52, and with a date of 3/30. A sling loop is soldered to bottom of bbl. 25-1/2″ 30-30 bbls are fitted with full length matted rib, central portion milled away forming quarter rib and front ramp. Sights are the same type as on 6.5 bbls. Bbls are stamped with 1958 Ferlach proofs, and with “BOHLER STAHL”. Coin finished, OU, scallop-backed, single Kersten, boxlock action has tang safety, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is engraved with near full coverage large, open, shaded scroll and acanthus with stippled backgrounds surrounding hunting scenes on each side; a pair of hounds worry a boar on left side, and a peaceful group of doe with fawns and flying grouse are on right. Trigger guard is of horn, and tang extends to horn grip cap. Nicely marbled and lightly fiddle figured European walnut buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over ribbed horn buttplate. Stock features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, arrowhead drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, and a hinged cartridge trap with space for four rifle cartridges, along with a sling loop, on toe line. Cover of cartridge trap is engraved with acanthus scroll, matching action, and a bugling stag. Each bbl set has its own forend that has Deeley release. 6.5 Bbls are mounted with an early Busch 2-1/2 X scope with three post reticle. 30-30 Bbls are mounted with a Hensoldt Diasta 4 X 32 scope with three post reticle and lens covers. Both scope are in soldered-on claw rings. 6.5 BBLS: Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight without scope: 6 lbs 6 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. 30 – 30 BBLS: Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Weight without scope: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Fine as partially refinished, most likely at time of fitting of new bbls. Both sets of bbls retain nearly all of a fine rust blue. Action is cleaned to silver gray, engraving remains clear. Some details of game scenes softened. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, edges softened, checkering re-cut. 6.5 Rifle bore is very fine, slightly frosted in grooves. Both shotgun bores are excellent. 30-30 bore is excellent. Action is tight with both sets of bbls. Busch scope shows some external wear. Optics need some cleaning, especially on objective lens. 30-30 scope needs a good cleaning, and the exterior has some minor scrapes, optics clear. 49432-37 MGM356 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2191

*FINE MERKEL DOUBLE RIFLE RETAILED BY J. B. BRAUN.

SN 15922. Cal. 8 x 57 JR. 24-1/2″ Shoe lump bbls are fitted with full length matted rib, central portion milled away forming quarter rib and front sight ramp. Center is engraved “J. B. Braun, Coblenz”. Rear portion is fitted with one standing, one folding leaf express type sight and claw scope bases. Bbl flats are stamped with imperial German proofs for 8 x 57. GM logos are on rear lump and breechface. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished scallop-backed boxlock action features non-automatic safety, pin type cocking indicators, Greener crossbolt, side clips, bushed strikers, reinforcing bolsters, and double triggers (both set). Action is engraved with 50% coverage nicely cut floral bouquets, and sprays of scroll. Reinforcing bolsters are engraved with oak leaves. Bottom of action is engraved “Suhler Waffenwerk” and “Gebruder Merkel, Suhl”. Trigger guard is of horn. Tang extends to engraved steel grip cap. Very fine replacement buttstock is of nicely marbled and figured European walnut and measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock exhibits Griffin & Howe styling, and was most likely done by them, as it has their classic post war shadow line right hand cheekpiece which extends to front of comb, as well as drop points, and well cut checkering with mullered borders. Matching beavertail forend has Deeley release. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/2″, drop at comb: approx 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs 10 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Very fine, as refurbished. Bbls retain over 90% of an old re-blue, silvered on sides and sharp edges. There are some light stains in coin finish of action. Newly made stocks retain nearly all of their fine hand rubbed oil finish. Bores are fine, with strong rifling throughout, lightly pitted in grooves. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. A great handling little double rifle. 49535-4 MGM371 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2192

*VERY FINE BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE BY O. GEYGER BERLIN.

SN 3066. Cal. 8 x 57 JR. (.317 Groove diameter) 23″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with matted, full length rib, front portion rises to form ramp for silver bead front sight with flip-up night bead. Rear portion of rib is fitted with claw mount bases and single standing U-notch rear sight. Tops of bbls are engraved “O. Geyger & Co Berlin” and “Agents”. Side of left bbl is marked with caliber. Mid point of left bbl is engraved “Charles Daley” (sic). Bbl flats are stamped with pre 1912 nitro proofs for 8mm. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “KRUPP” and each bbl is also engraved “LINDER” inside a rectangle. SN is on splinter. Sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. (It appears that the “Linder” “Daley” “Agents” and the caliber markings were applied at a much later date.) Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action is fitted with Greener type side safety (S gold inlaid). Action also features pin type cocking indicators, side clips, crossbolt third fastener, and double triggers (both set). Nicely filed large beads surround fences and terminate at tops in exceptionally well cut sprays of acanthus in deep relief. Remainder of the action has about 50% coverage of relief carved blossoms and foliage with light fine scroll as counterpoint. Quality of this work is far better than normal. Trigger guard is of horn. Stump figured and lightly streaked European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features classic right hand shadow line cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. There is a hinged steel cartridge trap on toe line with spaces for three cartridges, engraved to match action. Long slim splinter forend has inset schnabeled horn tip and Deeley release. Drop at heel: approx 2-11/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 9 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain most of what appears to be their orig blue, with some areas cleaned over light pitting, with bluing touched up. Action retains approx 50 – 60% orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their orig oil finish with numerous light and heavy handling marks and scratches. Grip checkering is lightly worn, forend checkering more so. Forend is also missing two 1/2″ chips of wood along bbl channel on left side. Horn of trigger guard has some scratches, and there is a crack at front portion of bow. Bores are excellent, shiny with strong rifling throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Triggers will not set (probably need adjustment). This fine little rifle has been in storage for a little while and undoubtedly needs a good cleaning. 49029-14 MGM13 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2193

*KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC “BIG FIVE” DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CARRYING BAG.

SN 090186. Cal. .470 Nitro Express. 23-5/8″ Shoe lump bbl fitted with quarter rib and plain raised front ramp, are stamped with German nitro proofs, and makers name on lumps. Satin coin finished action has Krieghoff’s unique cocking/ decocking/ safety slide on top tang, and is fitted with double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with sprays of large scroll and line borders. Bottom of action is deeply marked “KRIEGHOFF” “CLASSIC”. Flesh-toned, nicely streaked European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over thin, black pad, and features right hand palm swell, and swept right hand shadow line cheekpiece. Matching semi-beavertail schnabeled forend has Deeley release. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Weight: 10 lbs 12 oz. LOP: 15″. Brown canvas zippered bag with dark brown leather Krieghoff marked trim, has side pocket containing Krieghoff gun oil and “gun glide”, sling swivels, and instruction booklet, as well as a trigger lock. CONDITION: Excellent. Unfired, as new, since proof with only the faintest of handling marks on wood and metal. Bag is excellent. 49305-14 MGM198 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2194

*INTERESTING DANGEROUS GAME MAUSER RIFLE BY HEINRICH KRIEGHOFF SPECIALLY MADE FOR ROBERT H. MORSE OF CHICAGO, WITH SCOPE.

SN 10950. Cal. 11.2 x 72 Schuler. (This interesting cartridge has a rebated rim similar to .425 Westley Richards and has very similar base diameter. It is however a longer cartridge. Brass can probably be made from .404 Jeffery.) 27″ Poldi Anti Corro – Steel tapered round bbl is fitted with claw bases, small island base for one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight, and matted ramp for gold bead front. Muzzle is threaded for suppressor or muzzle brake, and has protective ring installed. Right rear of bbl is engraved “Especially Made For Robert H. Morse, Chicago” and on left “By Heinrich Krieghoff/ Suhl – Germany”. (Mr. Robert Morse was president of Fairbanks Morse Company which produced scales, diesel engines and electric engines and pumps for industrial use.) Case hardened, standard length, large ring Model 98 Mauser action is stamped with SN and German proofs on left side of receiver ring, and with Krieghoff logo (anchor and initials “HK”) on front portion of sidewall. Bottom metal has hinged floorplate with release button in trigger guard bow, and has had a filler piece fitted to extend capacity for this large bodied cartridge. Action is very finely engraved with relief carved game animals in nicely detailed backgrounds. Scenes are framed by well cut Germanic scrolling acanthus. A growling grizzly bear with large trees in background and rocks in foreground is on receiver ring. Floorplate depicts woodland scene of two bull moose with cow in background. A finely rendered pronghorn is on trigger guard bow. Engravers signature “R Sch” (?) is on base of boulder on receiver ring scene. Nicely marbled European walnut steel trap capped pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over black “Old English” pad. Stock features large shadow line right hand cheekpiece, horn forend tip, and finely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip and forend. An interesting small diameter extended eye relief type scope is in soldered-on claw rings. Drop at heel: approx 2-9/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight: 11 lbs 0 oz. LOP: 13-3/4”. Accompanied by a set of C-H Dies, qty of brass & Woodleigh bullets, and 20 handloaded rounds. PROVENANCE: Previous owners notes. CONDITION: Excellent, showing little use. Bbl retains nearly all of its fine satin blue. Action and bottom metal retain over 90% of their orig case hardening color, silvered on high points and sharp edges. Bolt retains 85% of its color, loss due to normal operating wear, and with knob silvered. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig oil finish, with a number of light marks and scratches, checkering lightly worn. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Scope retains most of its orig blue, but it appears that a lens is missing, so it is not usable. A scarce 1920’s era dangerous game rifle by this noted and highly regarded gun maker. 49183-30 MGM21 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2195

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*F. W. HEYM OVER-UNDER DOUBLE RIFLE WITH SCOPE, EXTRA SHOTGUN BARRELS, AND CASE.

SN 77015. Cal. .375 Mag and 12 ga. 25″ Mono-bloc rifle bbls are fitted with full length matted rib, central portion cut away forming quarter rib and front sight ramp. Rear portion is fitted with one standing leaf express rear sight, and claw scope bases. Front ramp holds sourdough bead, central portion is marked “FRIEDRICH WILH. HEYM”. Left rear of bbl is stamped “Special Laufstahl” and right “Made in W. – Germany”. 28-1/4″ Shotgun bbls have same markings as rifle bbls, but are fitted with ventilated rib. Each bbl set has its own dedicated forend. Coin finished OU action with dbl Kersten bolt features non-automatic safety, pin type cocking indicators on top, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is engraved with 60% coverage large, open, shaded scroll, and other sprays of scroll surrounding game scenes; a pair of running hare on left, and a flushing duck on right side of action. Bottom, with scroll engraving is stamped “F R WILH HEYM”. Relatively plain European walnut sunburst horn capped pistol grip buttstock with slightly hog-backed comb measures 14-1/4″ over black Decelerator pad. Point pattern skip line checkering is at grip. Stock features a small shadow line right hand cheekpiece. Matching one piece forends have Deeley releases. Rifle BBL set: Drop at heel: approx 3-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Weight without scope: 8 lbs 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Shotgun BBL set: Bore diameter: top -.719, bottom -.719. Bore restrictions: top -.031 (full), bottom -.009 (IC). Wall thickness: top -.040, bottom -.038. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Schmidt & Bender 1.5 – 6 x 42 scope with three post and duplex crosshair reticle is in Recknagel claw rings, rear with windage adjustment. ABS two gun case with three combination locks, is lined in dark burgundy velvet, with central dividing partition. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue with some sharp edge wear and assembly marks. Coin finish of action has some flecking and darkening. There are a number of light handling marks in stock finish, checkering lightly worn. All the bores are excellent. Action is tight. Scope is excellent except for one or two marks and 3/4″ crease on left side of ocular bell. Optics clear. Case is excellent. 49512-1 MGM301 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2196

*SIACE HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE IN 30-06 WITH CASE.

SN 45839. Cal. 30 – 06. 24″ Mono-bloc bbls fitted with quarter rib holding one standing leaf rear sight, and front ramp holding gold bead, are engraved with importers name and address (Danzel Listo), and with Siace name and address on tops. There are inlaid gold wire embellishments at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with 2005 Italian nitro proofs and SN. Coin finished top lever action is fitted with bar locks having tall serpentine hammers. Action features non-automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved with about 50% coverage well done large trailing scroll in fine stippled background. A portrait of a big horn ram is on bottom. Lockplates are relatively plain, having only geometric borders. Left plate is engraved “Siace di Gelmini”, with right lock engraved “Gardone V.T.” Single beaded trigger guard has SN at grip. Finely marbled and figured European walnut square knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over thin rifle pad. Stock features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, drop points, and point pattern checkering. Matching small beavertail forend has slightly schnabeled tip and Anson release. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 10 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Green canvas Emmebi case with tan leather trim, lined in brown velvet has Siace label in lid, and contains green bags for action and bbls, pair of 30-06 snap caps, and a bore snake. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, except for some minor stains on breechface, and a few marks on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 49610-3 MGM341 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2197

*CUSTOM MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE.

SN 2003. Cal. .404 Jeffery. 24″ Medium weight sporter bbl is fitted with island base for one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with the V’s uncut, sleeved-on sling eye, and sleeved-on front ramp with sourdough bead. Removal of stock reveals anti-recoil block screwed and soldered to bottom of bbl. Left rear is engraved with caliber. Standard length Model 98 action has Mauser logo on stippled receiver ring. A tall square bridge has been added. A Griffin & Howe scope base is affixed to side wall. Blackburn trigger has been installed. Bolt has had pear shaped knob added, and shank is cut away for scope clearance. After market bolt shroud has three position safety. Custom made drop box bottom metal has hinged straddle floorplate and release button in bow. Red toned, lightly marbled and figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip stock measures 13-7/8″ over Silver type pad with spur, and features ebony forend tip, recoil bolt, sling eye, and cleanly cut point pattern checkering with line borders at grip and forend. Swarovski Habicht 1.25 – 4 x 24 scope with heavy circular duplex reticle is in G&H aluminum slide with steel rings. Weight with scope: 10 lbs 6 oz. LOP: 13-7/8”. CONDITION: Essentially as new, retaining all of its custom finishes on wood and metal, with a few light handling marks. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent. Brilliant optics. 49181-25 MGM53 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2198

*STEYR-MANNLICHER MODEL M LEFT-HANDED BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH LEUPOLD SCOPE.

SN 118794. Cal. .30-06. 20″ bbl, blue finish. Checkered full length walnut stock with pistol grip, in classic Mannlicher configuration, pistol grip has wood cap with white inlay, sling swivels and Steyr marked buttpad. Rifle has double set triggers. CONDITION: Overall very fine, bbl retains 95% bright blue finish with some small scratches. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Receiver shows 98% bright blue. Bolt handle shows 98% bright blue. Bottom metal 95% matte blue finish. Full length stock is very good with oil finish and finely cut checkering. Label on left side of butt stock that says “Trust me. I’m a Doctor.”, with handwritten sighting notes. Scope optics are clear with “Superspotter II” lens hood. Sling has quick detach swivels. The rifle has an extra magazine. Nice rifle for a “South Paw.” 49440-6 TEP (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2199

*RARE SIDELOCK AND BLITZ ACTION VIERLING WITH TWO MATCHING LARGE CALIBER OVER-UNDER RIFLE BARRELS AND SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN BARRELS BY GEORGE KNAAK.

SN 4511. Cal. 8×57 x 8×57 (.319 groove diameters) x 16 x 16 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 25-1/2″ Krupp steel bbls have top rifle bbl within broad flat matted rib mounted with one standing, one folding rear and silver bead front sights. Milled out section of rib is engraved “Deutsche Waffenfabrik Georg Knaak, Berlin S.W. 48. Germany”. Left side of rib is stamped with German proofs for 15 gram steel jacketed bullet and 7.7 x 57. Shotgun bbls are stamped “nitro” and “16/1″. Bottom bbl is stamped with nitro proofs for steel jacketed bullet at 10 grams and 7.7 x 57. Unusual sidelock action with rifle bbls being fired by Blitz system, and shotgun bbls by sidelocks, features rifle/ shotgun selector on top tang. Greener type safety is mounted in tail of left sidelock. Pin type rifle cocking indicators are on top of action. Raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators are on sidelocks. Both triggers are set. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut germanic scrolling acanthus with shaded background. Sidelocks are semi-relief engraved with game scenes, backgrounds deeply cut away; a roebuck and two does are in meadowland on left lockplate, with a pair of ducks taking flight from marsh. Two bugling stags are challenging each other in alpine setting on right, as two hinds look on. A semi-relief rabbit scampers across trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked and lightly figured, dark and dense, European walnut sunburst horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features a classic shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with line borders. A sling eye as well as a large cartridge trap holding four rifle cartridges, cover engraved with acanthus and a roebuck, is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has Deeley release. Shotgun bbls: Bore diameter: left -.674, right -.674. Bore restrictions: left -.026 (full), right -.025 (full). Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.027. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4”. Weight: 8 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most, perhaps 70 – 80% of their orig blue with scattered rubs, marks, and scratches, as well as some light freckling. Action retains most of its coin finish with a few dark spots. Thumbpiece of top lever is silvered. Stocks retain most of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with numerous light marks and scratches, with a few fairly deep, checkering worn. Top rifle bore is fine with some light frosting. Bottom rifle bore is very good, strong rifling throughout, lightly pitted. Shotgun bores are excellent, shiny, with a few scattered light dents. Action has just a hint of looseness, mostly lateral. Set triggers work. This cataloger has never seen another vierling in this configuration, and only one or two other sidelocks. This fairly robust gun balances and handles quite well. 49224-4 MGM56 (12,000-17,000) – Lot 2200

*FINE RELIEF ENGRAVED JOSEF HAMBRUSCH BLITZ ACTION OVER-UNDER DRILLING WITH SCOPE, DIES, AND CASE.

SN 2768. Cal. 20 x 20 (3″ chambers) x 6×47 (easily made from .222 Remington brass). This unusual combination gun with 20 ga. OU bbls, and rifle bbl mounted on right side, has 24″ demi-bloc bbls with full length flat matted top rib, engraved “KLEINGUNTHER – SEGUIN/ TEXAS”. Rear portion of rib has dovetailed base for scope mounts. Rib is fitted with a single leaf flip-up rear sight and longitudinally dovetailed silver bead front. Bbl flats are stamped with 1978 Ferlach proofs for 3″ chambers. Bottom bbl is engraved “JOSEF HAMBRUSCH – FERLACH”. Blitz trigger plate double Kersten action features ornamental side plates with rifle/ shotgun selector button on left plate, double triggers (front set), bushed strikers, and automatic safety button on top tang (SAFE inlaid in gold). Action is engraved with large shaded open scroll with inlaid gold monogram “JHW” on bottom of action. Fences and bolsters have deeply chiseled scroll engraving. Side plates are deep relief engraved with game scenes; four pheasants on left side, and with male and female pronghorn antelope on right. Blued steel trigger guard has matching scroll. Streaked and slightly figured European walnut full capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over Pachmayr white line rifle pad, and features sling loop, shadow line right hand cheekpiece, composition grip cap, and approx 20 LPI checkering with line border. Matching 2-pc forend has Deeley release. Scope is a Leupold M8 2.5X compact with duplex reticle in custom fit Weaver rings. Bore diameter: top -.624, bottom -.625. Bore restrictions: top -.018 (mod), bottom -.004 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight without scope: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Green canvas case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt, and contains straps and dies. PROVENANCE: All import paperwork showing cost of this gun ($5409.00) in 1979. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain most of their orig blue, with minor nicks and slight silvering at muzzles. Action retains virtually all of its coin finish with some slight staining on bottom in front of trigger guard. Stock retains nearly all its orig oil finish with a few minor nicks from handling. Bores are all excellent, bright and shiny. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Set trigger works. Scope is excellent. Optics clear. Case is excellent, near new. Accessories are fine. 49447-1 MGM193 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2201

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*BEAUTIFUL CASED LE-HANNE BIG BORE DOUBLE RIFLE OVER 16 GAUGE.

SN 793. Cal. 9.3X74 R over 16 ga. 26-3/4″ bbl. Shotgun chamber is 2-5/8″ CHOKED: 16 ga bbl Full. Full length matted rib with claw mounts for scope, 2 flip up sights in rear and front blade sight. Tops of bbl in laid in gold “WILH. LE-HANNE / CREFELD-SHUL”. Capped pistol grip stock. Large horn trigger guard, double triggers, extractor, non automatic side safety and bbl selector on top. Reinforced frame with double locking Greener cross bolts. Capped pistol grip buttstock with cheek piece, checkered in 3-pt pattern with wide mullered border and 14-1/4″ LOP over basket weave horn buttplate. Sling swivel mount in buttstock and on bbl. Forearm with Deeley release, checkered in 4-pt pattern in wide mullered border. Frame is nicely border engraved. Screw heads are floral engraved. Finely stippled on top of frame and bbl extensions are floral engraved as well. Housed in a steel Americase with green liner and comes with 2 leather shoulder straps, Swarovski 1,5-4,5X20A Nova scope and 2 chamber castings included in case. WEIGHT: 9 lbs. 12 oz. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 95-97% of an older restored blued finish. Receiver retains 20-30% light orig case color mostly toned with minor staining on frame. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain most of a professionally restored finish. There is a minor repair on left side of bottom of frame that has been correctly and competently fixed. Buttplate is very good with light cracquelure. This rifle rivals the 375 H&H in muzzle energy and the 16 ga. just adds to the fun. 49440-4 JSL299 C&R (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2202

*SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF SIDELOCK DRILLING WITH SCOPE.

SN 10170. Cal. 16 ga x 16 ga x 93×72. 25-5/8″ Bbls are fitted with full length matted rib mounting flip-up rear sight, actuated by bbl cocking lever, claw scope bases, and silver bead front sight. Tops of bbls are engraved “Sempert & Krieghoff” and “Suhl”. Bbl flats are stamped with imperial German nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and 1958 Ulm re-proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bbls are stamped with steel information. Lightly color hardened sidelock action features safety toggle on left lockplate, rifle cocking lever on left side, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers (front set). Action is engraved with near full coverage large trailing acanthus in stippled background. Lockplates have sprays of the same scroll surrounding game scenes; roebuck and ducks on left lock, and stag and hind running through cut over forest land on right. Monogram “FK” is on top lever. Trigger guard is of horn. Relatively plain European walnut horn capped pistol grip buttstock with slightly hogbacked comb measures 13-7/8″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features small shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering at grip. A sling loop matching that on bottom bbl, is on toe line. Matching small forend with inset horn tip has Deeley release. Hensoldt Diatal – D 4 X 32 rail scope with three post reticle is in claw mounts. Bore diameter: left -.672, right -.672. Bore restrictions: left -.025 (Imod), right -.018 (mod). Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.036. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at rear of hogback: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight without scope: 7 lbs 2 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Also included with this high quality drilling are ten RWS 93 x 72 cartridges in box with orange labels. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain essentially all of a satin re-black. Action retains most of its coin finish, silvered to pewter gray. Added oil finish. There is a small stress crack behind left lockplate. All bores are excellent. Rifle bore has one or two small pits. Scope has some scuffs in lacquer, optically clear. 49432-10 MGM368 (6,500-10,000) – Lot 2203

*FINE SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF BLITZ ACTION DRILLING WITH HAND DETACHABLE FIRING MECHANISM.

SN 18362. Cal. 12 x 12 x 8x57R. 23-3/4″ Rochling Elektro steel bbls are mounted with full length matted rib fitted with Krieghoff’s neat sliding dovetail scope mounts, and pop-up V-notch (shotgun) and U-notch (rifle) rear sight. Top of left bbl is engraved “SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF, SUHL”. Bottoms of shotgun bbls are stamped with steel information and German imperial nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Krupp steel rifle bbl is stamped with proofs, SN, caliber, and proof date of 2/36. A sling loop is soldered to bottom bbl. Coin finished, scallop-backed, Blitz action features Krieghoff’s patented removable firing mechanism taken down by turning grip cap 1/8 turn to left, removal of lever/ screw in front of trigger guard, lifting a lever which runs along the grip, and removing mechanism. Action also features rifle/ shotgun selector on top tang, Greener type side safety, pin type cocking indicators on top of action, Greener crossbolt, side clips, slight action reinforcing bolsters, and double triggers (front set). Trigger guard is of horn. Action is engraved with very nicely rendered Germanic acanthus scroll with fine beaded background, and well detailed vignettes of game animals on sides; a bugling stag and hind on left, and roebuck and doe on right. Broadly streaked and lightly figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 12-7/16″ over removable (with single large screw slotted for coin) ribbed horn buttplate which covers cartridge trap, with space for one shotgun shell and two rifle cartridges. Stock features small right hand shadow line cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, and a sling loop matching that on bbl. Matching splinter forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.720, right -.723. Bore restrictions: left -.046 (extra full), right -.043 (extra full). Wall thickness: left -.032, right -.027. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Weight: 7 lbs 3 oz. LOP: 12-7/16″. CONDITION: Excellent, as slightly re-worked. Bbls retain over 90% of their orig satin blue, silvered on sharp edges, and with some pitting noted on right side of left bbl, with bluing touched up. Action retains most of its orig coin finish, and is a pleasing pewter gray. Stocks retain a considerable amount of what appears to be their orig finish with some oil rubbed in over numerous marks and light scratches, comb appears to have been taken down and refinished. Horn of trigger guard shows some scratches, and there is light worm damage to buttplate. Checkering is good, somewhat gummed. Shotgun bores are excellent and bright with one or two minor small pits, and a couple of light dents toward muzzles. Rifle bore is brilliant, with sharp rifling throughout. Sempert & Krieghoff firearms are very highly regarded as to their quality. 48990-3 MGM1 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2204

DELIGHTFUL LIGHTWEIGHT BIG BORE J. NOWOTNY HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE MADE FOR A COUNT.

SN 5618. Cal. .577 2-3/4″ BPE. 26-1/4″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with full length file cut rib dovetailed through for one standing, one folding leaf is rear sight. Folding leaf marked “250”. German silver bead front sight has flip-up copper night bead. Muzzle portion of rib is engraved with a 4″ arrow transfixing sight. Tops of bbls are engraved “J. Nowotny” and “In Prag”. Bbl flats are stamped with makers name and address, SN, and caliber. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished round bodied Jones underlever type action is fitted with peninsula back action locks with round bodied serpentine rebounding hammers. Action is engraved with approx 60% coverage well cut small scroll. “J. Nowotny” is in scrolled riband on left lockplate, and “V Praze” is on right. Top of action is gold inlaid with large monogram “TMW” (?) surmounted by a count’s crown. Scroll engraved trigger guard is of steel. Nicely figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered steel buttplate with cartridge trap with space for two .577 cartridges. SN is engraved on cover. Interesting attenuated checkering is at grip, and checkering extends to and covers area beside top and bottom tangs. Stock also features a nicely shaped right hand cheekpiece. A sling loop is on toe line. Small splinter forend is nearly fully checkered, has small schnabeled tip, and has interesting shape transitioning from sides to tip. Forend is fitted with forward pivoting release. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-1/2″. Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a well done satin re-black over a few light marks. Engraving slightly softened. Action retains a considerable amount of its orig coin finish with some areas of darkening and spotting, engraving sharp and clear. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish with some checks in butt, repaired and filled at time of making, with a few subsequent marks, one pretty deep on right side of butt near heel. Checkering nicely re-cut. Bores are very fine, near excellent, strong rifling throughout, with some light frosting and one or two minor pits. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. A fast handling big rifle by this exceptionally fine gunmaker, undoubtedly made for hunting wild boar. 49266-5 MGM79 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2205

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE CASED PINFIRE CAPE GUN AND SHOTGUN COMBO BY M. MACH OF PRAGUE.

SN 2074. Cal. 16 Ga. (2-1/2″ Chambers) and 16 Ga./ 24 Ga. Rifle. This exceptional cased set was the recipient of the “Best Gun” award at the German Gun Exhibit at the Vintage Cup in 2006 and is accompanied by its trophy for same . It also won the Gold Medal, Concours d’Elegance in 2005. The 29″ shotgun barrels, and 27″ Cape Gun barrels, have deeply etched Bernard Damascus steel barrels with high flat ribs, that are inlaid in gold “Sack – Reuter” and “Frankfurt A – M” (retailer) at rear of ribs. Breech ends of bbls have gold inlaid scroll in engraved checkered background. Cape gun bbls have single standing V-notch rear sight, and German silver bladed front sight, dovetailed through rib. Bottoms of bbls have sling loops soldered on. Small forends are fixed to bbls with a screw and have an interesting arrangement for interchange of bbls. There is a spring loaded catch pivoting through forend iron. Upon depressing the forward end, the catch snaps open to allow assembly of bbls to action. This ingenious system is possibly unique. Lefacheux type action has horn covered front lever with nicely filed fences and beads. Back action peninsula locks have tall serpentine pinfire hammers. Steel trigger guard has inset horn grip at rear portion. Front portion of bow has nicely filed volute. Front trigger is set. All metal is beautifully engraved with inlaid accents of gold and silver. There are vignettes of game and dogs relief carved in finely stippled backgrounds. Right side of action depicts a large cat attacking a boar. Right lockplate has a pair of foxes preparing for a grouse dinner. Left action depicts a trio of chamois on mountaintop. Left lockplate shows a roebuck and doe in open woodlands. Top tang of action shows a sitting greyhound. Bow of trigger guard has a pair of pheasants. Background engraving is beautifully cut and nicely styled relief acanthus, highlighted with gold and silver tendrils, with a combination of checkered and stippled background. Right sidelock has “M. Mach” inlaid in gold, and left “In Prag”. Honey-colored nicely marbled and slightly figured European walnut buttstock measures 14″ over steel trap buttplate with 2″ tang. Engraving continues the acanthus motif with gold inlay and relief grouse on tang. Cover of trap depicts a fine full length portrait of Jaeger wearing a cape, with his rifle at ready. SN is near heel. Stock features a nicely sculpted right hand cheekpiece, and sling loop on toe. In place of checkering there is relief carved acanthus scroll with stippled background. Everything about this fine combination gun exudes quality. Shotgun bbls: Bore diameter: left -.674, right -.675. Bore restrictions: left -000 (cyl), right -000 (cyl). Wall thickness: left -.046, right -.043. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 7 lbs. 2.9 oz, LOP 14″. Cape bbls: Bore diameter: left -.674, .602 rifle groove diameter. Bore restrictions: left -000 (cyl), Wall thickness: left -.043. Drop at heel: Approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: Approx 1-11/16″. Weight: 7 lbs. 12.5 oz, LOP 14″. Checkered pattern leather covered wood case has large raised embossed panel on lid and brass oval central medallion, as well as large brass tack corners. Interior is lined in dark green cloth, and is closely French fitted for an array of original accessories. Accessories include two beautifully filed and polished wad cutters, one for shotgun, one for the rifle; matching rifle bullet mold has cavities for round and pointed conical projectiles; most of the other loading accessories are turned out of boxwood, and are stamped “16″, and include shell holder with wad rammer, roll crimping tool, and powder and shot dippers. Rifle loading equipment is stamped “24″ and includes shell holder, rammer, and crimper. There are also a pinfire broken case extractor, turn screw, and Greenheart cleaning rod, all with matching boxwood handles. The original patterned leather cloth-backed sling, and five modern brass pinfire cases are also included. Also accompanied by a German pewter stein awarded as the gold medal winner at the Concours d’Elegance of Fine Guns in 2006 PROVENANCE: Copy of “Waffenschmied” Fall 2006 with gun on rear cover. Correspondence regarding history of this maker. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain virtually all of their original finish, slightly silvered at muzzles. Strikingly bold pattern is evident throughout, with no areas of discoloration. Metal appears to have originally been finished in a dark French gray, and most of that finish is still present. Wood retains nearly all of its orig French polish with numerous marks and nicks. There are a few minor marks in the horn of the opening lever. Carved horn grip is excellent. All horn retains most of its high polish. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Rifle bore is excellent. Shotgun bores show full length scratches, possibly as maker intended, and are bright, but with some pitting. Case leather is considerably deteriorated with large areas missing, but has been stabilized. Interior cloth is excellent, with a few areas where it has been worn through from contact with gun and bbls. Accessories are excellent. Steel retains all of its bright polish. Boxwood retains its original lacquer. Unique ensemble by a maker, little known outside of central Europe, but highly regarded in Bohemia. Stein is new. 49403-9 MGM325 (17,000-22,000) – Lot 2206

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*EDWARD KETTNER BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE DRILLING.

SN 12428. Cal. 9 x 57R x 9 x 57R x 16 ga. 2-1/2″ Chamber. 25″ Bbls with full length matted rib fitted with claw bases, one standing, one folding leaf rear, and silver bead front sights are engraved “E. D. KETTNER” and “COLN – SUHL”. Bbl flats are stamped with post 1912 German nitro proofs for 9 x 57. Bottom of shotgun bbl is also proofed and stamped with SN. A sling loop is soldered to bottom bbl. Robust, double ogee-backed, case hardened, boxlock action features Greener type side safety and rifle/ shotgun selector on tang. “S” “K” and “S” are gold inlaid. Action also features hidden crossbolt third fastener through dolls head extension, side clips, reinforcing bolsters, and double triggers (both set). Action is engraved with 60% coverage rose bouquets and scroll. Trigger guard is of horn. Nicely marbled European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over orig horn ribbed buttplate. Stock features classic shadow line right hand cheekpiece, attenuated drop points, closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and a sling loop, matching that on bbl, on toe line. Matching splinter type forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: bottom -.672. Bore restrictions: bottom -.008 (IC). Wall thickness: bottom -.032. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Weight: 8 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent, as mostly refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a satin re-blue with some light subsequent spotting. Action retains nearly all of a re-color hardening, engraving slightly softened. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with some added oil, and light to moderate handling marks, checkering slightly worn, forend checkering more so. Bores are very good with strong rifling throughout, dark and lightly pitted in grooves. Shotgun bore is excellent. Action is tight. Rear trigger will not set. Double rifle drillings are quite scarce. 49029-13 MGM16 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2207

*CHAPUIS “OURAL” SINGLE SHOT STALKING RIFLE WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE.

SN 33178. Cal. .300 Winchester mag. 25-5/8″ Tapered round bbl has full length integral rib, central portion of which is cut away forming quarter rib and front sight ramp. Rear portion is fitted with Recknagel ERA type QD scope mounts and a single standing sight. Matted portion of quarter rib is engraved “Carabine – Oural Chapuis – France”. There are sprays of scroll engraving around breech and on front scope base. Bbl flats and lump are stamped with SN and caliber. Bottom of bbl is marked with importers name and address (J. J. Perodeau). Coin finished, scallop-backed boxlock action features non-automatic safety, reinforcing bolsters, and beaded trigger guard. Action is engraved with about 40% coverage simple scroll. Trigger guard tang extends to steel grip cap. Nicely fiddle figured and lightly streaked European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 15-3/8″ over Morgan type adjustable pad by “Decelerator”. Stock also features right hand palm swell, swept right hand cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with beaded borders at grip. Sharply tapered and schnabeled matching forend has Deeley type release. Drop at heel in front of pad: approx 2-1/2″, drop at comb: approx 1-1/2″. Weight without scope: 8 lbs 2 oz. LOP: 15-3/8”. Swarovski Habicht 2.5 – 10 X 56 scope with duplex reticle is in ERA rings, and has storm cover. CONDITION: Excellent, showing light field use. Metal parts retain over 95% of their orig finishes. Stocks have nearly all their orig finish, with a considerable number of marks and scratches, some fairly deep. Right front portion of forend schnabel has a relatively large chip from being dropped. Scope is excellent. Optics crisp. 49183-14 MGM23 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2208

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Please Note: Estimate should read $7,000-$9,000.

*SCARCE PRUSSIAN DALY MODEL 98 BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 26507. Cal. 7 x 57. 25″ Lightweight tapered round bbl is fitted with island base for two leaf folding rear sight, soldered on sling loop, and matted front ramp holding silver bead. Top of bbl is engraved “Charles Daly Krupp Fluid Steel”. Rear portion is stamped with caliber, SN, and German nitro proofs. Removal of stock reveals correct German proofs for 7 x 57, steel markings, proof date of 4/32, and spurious later markings of “Linder” within an oval, and “Mar 1932”. Right side of rear sight island is stamped “Prussia”. Case hardened Model 98 action is fitted with Lyman 57 receiver sight, and is finely engraved with 80% coverage well cut germanic scroll surrounding vignette of a rather docile looking moose standing in tall grass or reeds. Bolt has elongated pear shaped knob. Flag safety has been checkered and engraved “S”. Case hardened bottom metal has had floorplate converted to hinge type with lever release at rear. It is also finely scroll engraved, and has vignette of pair of hunting dogs on floorplate, and trio of quail, two sitting and one flying, on trigger guard bow. Nicely burl figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over broadly checkered steel buttplate with trap. Wood under trap is nicely checkered. Stock also features well cut point pattern checkering with line borders at grip and forend, horn forend tip, small right hand cheekpiece, and a sling loop, as well as a vacant silver oval, on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz. LOP: 13-3/4”. Brown canvas full length rifle case with leather trim, is lined in blue cloth, and has a Charles Daly label mounted on a piece of leather in lid. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining over 90% orig blue on bbl and most of its orig fading case hardening color on action and bottom metal. Stock retains nearly all of its hand rubbed oil finish over a number of light marks and scratches. Model 57 Lyman sight is a new addition in holes for Lyman 48, which was originally fitted. Bore is very good, a bit dark in grooves (may clean). Action is smooth. Case canvas is good with some heavy staining and many rubs. Leather trim is a bit tattered. Straps and handle are good. Top latch detached from lid. Interior cloth is fair, stained, rubbed, and with some insect damage. Most partitions are missing. New label is good. These well made Daly rifles are quite scarce, with only six listed as being known by the German Gun Collectors Association. 49029-7 MGM54 (3,000-6,000) – Lot 2209

*ENGRAVED FERLACH CUSTOM MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 653. Cal. 8×57 JS. Blue finish and 22-1/2″ bbl with full raised rib and open sights. Full length Mannlicher stock with orig 2-pc forestock. 4 power K.Kahles scope. Full coverage engraving is high quality in a Germanic oak leaf motif. Floor plate shows the vignette of an antelope engraved in high relief. Stock has cheek piece on the left side with fine checkering on the pistol grip and forestock. Scope has clean optics. Nice hunting rile in a good caliber. CONDITION: Very good as refinished. The rifle is built on a Mauser 98 military action, barrel shows 90% blue turning a little plum color. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 90% of restored blue finish. 49433-35 TEP C&R (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2210A

*HOLLAND & HOLLAND MAUSER BIG GAME RIFLE.

SN 96605. (Holland number 3548, ca 1970) Cal. .375 H&H. 24-1/2″ Tapered round bbl is fitted with sleeved-on matted rear sight base, sling eye, and front ramp with Holland type folding protector. It is sighted with one standing, one folding leaf express rear and silver bead front. Muzzle is threaded for a suppressor or muzzle brake (protection ring currently installed). Top of bbl is engraved “Holland & Holland 13, Bruton Street, London.” Rear portion of bbl is engraved “HOLLAND’S” “.375 MAGNUM”. London nitro proofs are on left rear. Commercial Oberndorf, standard length, Mauser action is stamped with Mauser SN, German and British proofs on left side of matted receiver ring. British style claw scope bases have been fitted, as well as a modern adjustable trigger with safety on right side of tang, which also locks bolt. Orig pear shaped bolt knob is intact. Handle has been bent for low scope use, and has H & H SN engraved on shank. Bolt shroud retains orig flag safety, gold inlaid “SAFE”. Lightweight alloy drop box bottom metal is marked “Made in England” in front of hinge for straddle floorplate, which is marked “4 Cartridges”. Floorplate is retained by button in trigger guard bow. Bow is also engraved with Holland SN. Finely streaked and lightly figured European walnut stock measures 13-1/4″ over Silver type pad, and features swept Monte Carlo shadow line right hand cheekpiece, color hardened steel grip cap with trap containing spare front sight, recoil bolt, and classic Holland style point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip and forend. A sling eye and vacant gold oval are on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: approx 2″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight without scope: 8 lbs 9 oz. LOP: 13-1/4″. Swarvoski Habicht 1.4 – 4 x 24 scope with duplex reticle is in English style tip-off rings. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain 90 – 95% orig finish, most loss on high edges. Stock retains nearly all of its orig rubbed oil finish, with numerous light scratches and marks, as would be expected from a few safaris. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent with some marks from other scope rings. Optics clear. A nicely balanced big game rifle. 49022-3 MGM9 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2220

JAMES PURDEY TWO GROOVE EXPRESS PERCUSSION DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 6958. (1865) Cal. 70 bore (.442 groove diameter). This fine rifle named by Purdeys as “Express Train” due to its relatively high velocity and flat shooting, is described by J. H. Walsh (Stonehenge) in the 2nd edition of THE SHOTGUN AND SPORTING RIFLE, as: “Foremost in simplicity and in established fame stand Mr. Purdey’s rifles, to possess one of which has been the object of most deer stalkers and rifle shots for many years. . . These rifles are all made with two grooves, the balls being a sugar loafed form and cast with two wings to fit the grooves.” This fine example has 29-3/8″ broad two stripe Damascus bbls with full length file cut rib engraved “J. Purdey 314-1/2 Oxford Street, London.” Rear express sight is of one standing leaf and three nested folding leaves, marked for 200, 250, and 300 yards. Fine bead front is longitudinally dovetailed into rib. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs and SNs. Orig rosewood ramrod with grooved brass head and brass tail with steel worm under cap, is held by two plain pipes, rearmost of which is topped by sling eye. Patent breeches have engraved platinum blow-outs, platinum lines at rear, and appear to be fitted with orig nipples (left marked “L”). Breech iron with integral broad fences is finely engraved with shaded scroll. Front action locks are fitted with latest pattern serpentine hammers unique to Purdey rifles, and front sliding stalking safeties, which engage at half cock. Trigger plate has extended ball shaped finial for added strength. Trigger guard has tang which extends into checkered semi pistol grip. All metal parts are engraved with well cut open scroll at nearly 70% coverage. “Purdey” is on each lockplate. Hammers have stylized dolphin heads. Trigger guard is blued, and SN is at grip. Nicely fiddle figured and broadly streaked, dense European walnut stock measures 14-1/2″ over coarsely checkered steel buttplate engraved with charge information of 3-1/2 drams no. 6 powder. Stock features Purdey’s classic slim shadow line beaded right hand cheekpiece, point pattern flat top checkering at grip and forend, and sling eye and vacant gold oval on toe line. Right side of stock is fitted with nicely scroll engraved round case hardened steel patchbox. Stock attaches to bbls with captive side nail through shaped and engraved steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16″. Weight: 8 lbs 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. Old quartered oak case with hook closures and inset brass D-ring handle and brass corners is lined in dark green cloth, and has reproduction Purdey label in lid. Rifle fits in case well. Case contains copper bodied powder flask with embossed foliate decoration, Eely’s cap tin with gilded brass top for no. 11 caps, steel nutcracker type ball mold marked “Made in England” and “45” casting a .449 diameter ball (these 2-groove rifles shoot very well with patched round ball), and a 74 bore marked wad cutter with this rifles SN stamped on side. PROVENANCE: Listed in Unsworth’s THE EARLY PURDEYS as being extant with date of sale of 1856, obviously a transposition of numbers, as all of the rifles in the 6900 range were made in 1865. Purdey records indicate rifle was completed for Sir Edmund Filmer, (member of the House of Commons), at a cost of 84 pounds. Wikipedia info on Sir Edmund Filmer, 9th Baronet. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished, during time of early use. Bbls retain over 90% of a fine re-brown with dramatic bold pattern over some light pitting, with some subsequent pitting and browning at muzzles. Locks, patchbox and breech iron retain over 80% of what appears to be orig case hardening color. Trigger guard retains most of what appears to be its orig bright blue, silvered and browned on edges and on tail. Stock retains most of what appear to be its orig hand rubbed oil finish with many light marks and bumps, checkering lightly worn. Heel of buttplate re-engraved. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout, with one or two very light pits towards muzzles. Locks and safeties are crisp. Case retains a considerable amount of its orig finish on exterior. Key lock and escutcheon are missing. Interior cloth is fair to good with areas on lid thinned and discolored. Reproduction label is excellent. Partitions are tight, show some relocation and have added supports. Accessories are good. Purdey’s produced a total of 809 percussion double rifles in all types and calibers; probably far fewer than 250 were double express. A fine example of the type of rifle which gave rise to our modern term “express rifle”. 49266-2 MGM48 (11,500-16,500) – Lot 2239

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*GILES WHITTOME-LONDON SINGLE SHOT DROPPING BLOCK “ELEPHANT RIFLE” WITH OAK AND LEATHER CASE.

SN 6002. Cal. .577 Nitro express. The second rifle produced on this action size, these fine Farquharson inspired actions were built by J. A. Shirley & Co. in conjunction with Giles Whittome, noted big bore aficionado and gunmaker. This is in the 600 series of actions ideally suited for .577 and .600 bore rifles. This rifle features 24″ tapered round bbl fitted with island rear sight base holding single standing leaf express rear sight marked for 50 yards, and large sleeved-on front ramp holding large “certified pre-ban ivory” bead. A sling eye is soldered to bottom of bbl. Top of bbl is engraved “Giles Whittome. London.” and “The “Elephant” Rifle”. Left rear of bbl is stamped with 1989 London nitro proofs, right side engraved “.577 NITRO EXPRESS 3″” and “.750 GRNS. BULLET 100 GRNS. CORDITE”. Case hardened dropping block action is of the latest style with single pin visible on side, and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), and an adjustable trigger. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut small shaded scroll surrounding central floral bouquets around banner engraved “Giles Whittome” on each side. Breech block and trigger are blued. Scroll engraved operating lever is also color hardened, and is engraved with SN. Nicely streaked and finely figured dense European walnut skeleton steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over leather covered pad. There are finely shaped panels at front and rear of action, classic flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, swept right hand shadow line Monte Carlo cheekpiece, and a vacant gold oval along with a sling eye on toe line. Matching forend has buffalo horn tip and attaches to bbl with screw through lozenge shaped escutcheon. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Weight: 12 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 13-7/8”. Highest quality oak and leather case with brass corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather makers label in lid. Interior is finely fitted for rifle and has four oak covered compartments holding various accessories including a pair of rosewood handled turnscrews, 3-pc brass and rosewood cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag, along with a packet of Players fine cut tobacco. An open compartment holds a snap cap and crystal oil bottle marked “Giles Whittome London”. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, appears essentially unfired since proof, with only a few light handling marks, and some light scratches in wood. Case leather is excellent with only a scattering of light marks and rubs. Straps are excellent, but creased. Handle is excellent. Interior cloth is excellent with a few marks from contact with brass knobs of compartment covers and rifle. Label compressed from contact with stock. A well balanced big single. 49183-26 MGM35 IVORY (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2240

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RARE AND DESIRABLE GEORGE GIBBS MINIATURE FARQUHARSON DROPPING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

SN 225. Cal. 22 Hornet. 26″ Octagonal bbl is engraved “GIBBS BRISTOL” on top flat, and is fitted with one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight, and silver bead front longitudinally dovetailed into flat. Rear of right flat is stamped “225” matching action. Bottom of bbl is stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs for 100 bore. This rifle was probably originally in .360 Rook. Bbl has been lined to 22 Hornet, and has not been proofed. Diminutive baby Farquharson dropping block action is engraved “George Gibbs Bristol” on left side, and “FARQUHARSON’S PATENT” “225” on right, which is fitted with lever safety. Face of frame is stamped “1”. Orig nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over what appears to be orig ribbed horn buttplate with small widow’s peak. Point pattern checkering is at grip, and a vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching small forend has rounded horn tip, and attaches to bbl with single screw through lozenge shaped steel escutcheon. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Weight: 5 lbs 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Good, as partially refinished. Bbl retains nearly all of an old re-black over considerable scattered pitting, some fairly deep along forend. Action retains traces of case color where well protected, is mostly gray to brown patina with scattered light pitting. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish over a number of light marks, some deep. Checkering re-cut, sharp edges slightly rounded. Bore is bright with sharp rifling throughout, and some scattered pits. Breech block is slightly loose (tight with spent case). A total of 974 Gibbs Farquharsons were produced, with an estimate of fewer than 200 being Rook rifles, fewer than 75 surviving, and only 10 – 15 unaltered (gleaned from Wal Winfer’s BRITISH SINGLE SHOT RIFLES Vol 2). This exceptionally scarce rifle deserves a complete restoration. Rook rifles are seldom found in good condition. 49224-5 MGM60 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2243

*FRED ADOLPH MARKED TAKEDOWN MAUSER CARBINE WITH SCOPE.

SN 37350. (on left side of receiver ring below wood) Cal. 30-06. 20-1/2″ Slim, tapered, lightweight, round bbl is gold inlaid on top “Fred Adolph, Genoa N.Y.” One standing, one folding leaf rear sight is dovetailed through an integral island rear base. Matted front ramp holds longitudinally dovetailed silver bead. Top of bbl behind rear sight is engraved “BOHLER” “Germany” “Antinit-Steel”. 1-1/2″ Triangle of germanic acanthus is on bbl reinforce, and pre WWI German proofs are on left side. Bottom of bbl is stamped with SN, steel information, and metric designation for caliber. Case hardened large ring Mauser action has been fitted with claw bases. Bolt handle has been forged to butter knife type, and is checkered. Bottom metal has had lever type floorplate release fitted, along with double set triggers. A neat takedown feature has been added, comprised of a locking lever in removable portion of forend, engaging heavy stud on front of bottom metal, which locks bbl in place after being screwed into battery. Action and bottom metal are nearly fully engraved with scrolling germanic acanthus with beaded background. Floorplate has fine portrait of elk walking through meadow. Trigger guard bow is gold inlaid with monogram “SRW” (?). This engraving style and quality of workmanship are found on many guns and rifles by Fred Adolph, and it has been surmised that he did his own engraving. A spurious signature of “R. J. Kornbrath” is on inside of bbl takedown iron under bbl shank. A flip-up peep sight with elevation adjustment has been fitted into a housing behind action tang. Relatively plain European walnut stock measures 14-1/4″ over collapsed “Perkins Shock Absorber” solid pad. Stock features high comb with faceted termination, shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and well cut point pattern checkering with broad mullered borders at grip which is fitted with engraved steel cap. A sling loop is on toe line. Two part fore stock with horn separation extends to muzzle with schnabeled horn cap. It attaches to bbl with one side nail through oval steel escutcheons and a sling bail. Checkering matching grip is on fore piece. Drop at heel: approx 2-15/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight without scope: 7 lbs 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Dr. Walter Gerard (?) scope with crosshair and post reticle is in soldered-on claw rings, rear ring with windage adjustment. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains most of what appears to be its orig blue with some heat discoloration in area of Adolph signature, from reattachment of fore piece mounting block. Action and floorplate retain over 80% of their orig case hardening color. Bolt retains much of its color, but is silvered from operation and handle has browned. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig rubbed oil finish, checkering slightly worn. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Set trigger works. Scope tube retains nearly all of its re-blue after mounting rings, lettering considerably washed. Optics are relatively clear. 49029-12 MGM15 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2432

*CUSTOM MAUSER OBERNDORF ‘WHELAN’ MARKED BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 1. Cal. .400 ‘Whelan'(?). 24-3/4″ part octagon bbl. “OBERNDORF” and “COL. T. ‘WHELAN'” on right side of bbl; Mauser banner logo and “400 ‘WHELAN'” on left side of bbl. Bbl also radially marked “KRUPP STAHL GEMANY” at receiver ring joint. Left side of bbl at chamber has a Crown proof mark followed by “St M. G.”. Military M98 action is unmarked except for a solitary SN “1” on left side just above the stock. Bolt extractor retains SN “15”. Bolt root SN not present. Bbl is fitted with three leaf express rear sight dovetailed into a full length matted rib. Front sight retains SN “89” visible when viewed from the top. An elevating, lockable bolt is peep sight is attached with a dovetail to the rear of the bolt. Bolt handle is slightly swept back. European walnut stock is checkered and embellished oak leaf and acorn motifs and fitted with sling swivel posts and ebony tip. Pistol grip has a plain steel cap. Steel buttplate displays the Mauser banner logo. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine. With lustrous deep blue finish just starting to turn brown on the bolt release catch with some very tiny flecks of pitting on the receiver band. There is a slightly plum color where the bolt handle meets the bolt body and the safety is starting to exhibit a brown patina, as is the pistol cap. Stock shows some very light handling marks with a little bit of scuffing to the forend tip and a small 1/4″ chip out of the wood just to the rear of the forward sling stud. Mechanics crisp. Reflective bore with some scattered areas of light pitting and strong rifling. 49029-10 JWK58 C&R (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2437A

*◊ HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT FUNK 7×64 MM GEWEHR 98 HUNTING RIFLE WITH JUNG PRISMATIC SIGHT.

SN 37325. Cal. 7×64 mm. Deluxe Christoph Funk, Suhl sporting rifle based on an unusual Bayard manufactured G98 action (Bayard mounted knight Trade Mark stamped under receiver ring) and fitted with a rare Jung prismatic telescopic sight. This unique rifle includes written, signed affidavit provenance from 1973 from former owner, English Government Minister Sir Geoffrey Shakespeare, Baronet,(1893 – 1980) confirming original ownership by Rudolph Hess (Deputy Führer of Nazi Party to Adolf Hitler 1933 – 1941) who sold it to Sir Geoffrey Shakespeare when visiting Munich in 1935 in his capacity than as a British Government Health Minister. Exquisite sporter bears Funk triangular logo on top of receiver. Exhibits decorative engraving at base of bbl, trigger guard screws, and checkered turn-down bolt handle. Sporter bbl has checkered rib, flip-up two-position rear sporter sight and is marked “CHRISTOPH FUNK SUHL” as well as “BOHLER ANTINIT” with six-pointed star logo indicating manufacture from high quality Bohler stainless steel. Stock is numbered 325 on forend and has shotgun style fore-end push-button takedown latch on bottom. Double set triggers and decorated quick magazine release. Hard rubber decorative buttplate and endcap. Additional push-button release flip-up aperture sight machined into top rear tang. Rifle has short siderail on left rear fitted from underneath the receiver to mount a micro-adjustable, three-post reticle Jung prismatic telescopic sight which locks in place with simple lever. Also includes correct and authentic rubber forehead piece, necessary as a recoil buffer since the Jung scope has very short eye-relief. The Jung sight was designed and patented, (copy Patents included with Lot) in the late 1920s with improvements in the 1930s, by Dr Karl Jung, an optician and Nazi politician (Reichstag deputy) from Munich. He used his party connection extensively to promote this sight to the military, and it was eventually tested by the Luftwaffe in 1943 during the Tarnewitz trials of the FG42 and was adapted to the K98k by Mauser for a Herreswaffenamt trial in 1944. Both found the sight unserviceable, and examples are consequently very rare today. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess; Christies, London sale 1985; Weller & Dufty, Birmingham sale 11273, Nov 1978 (catalog entry copies included). CONDITION: Bore is good to very good with strong lands and grooves. Bluing is 97% with some light scratches to bottom bbl, bottom trigger guard and wear on high edges. 43475-901 DW50 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 3713