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Lot #2678

Lot 2677: Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 7, 2021

Lot 2677: Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 7, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,300 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Russian Berdan Model 1870 Rifle

Manufacturer: Berdan
Model: 1870
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 11 mm
Barrel: 32 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1089
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

B) Mauser Gewehr 98 Rifle

Manufacturer: Mauser
Model: 98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 29 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1089
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Dated 1917, with 3 crescent moons struck on the receiver and import marks indicating Turkey as the nation of origin.

C) Amberg Arsenal Gewehr 98 Rifle

Manufacturer: Amberg Arsenal
Model: GEW 98
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 29 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1089
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Redated "1920".

D) Fabrique Nationale Colombian Contract Model 1950 Mauser Short Rifle

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: 1950
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06
Barrel: 23 inch round
Finish: blue/bright
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1089
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Very Dark - Heavy pitting throughout
Rating:

NF - FAIR- 0% - 40% with generally smooth finish, may have mild cleaning yet not deeply pitted, but well worn, replacement of minor parts may need mechanical adjustments, may have rust and may have corrosion pits which do not render article unsafe or inoperable. In working condition. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 0% - 40% gun.

Description:

E) Fabrique Nationale Colombian Contract Model 1950 Mauser Short Rifle

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: 1950
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30-06
Barrel: 17 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright/blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1089
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

NF - FAIR- 0% - 40% with generally smooth finish, may have mild cleaning yet not deeply pitted, but well worn, replacement of minor parts may need mechanical adjustments, may have rust and may have corrosion pits which do not render article unsafe or inoperable. In working condition. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 0% - 40% gun.

Description:

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