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  • Auction Catalog #1043
  • Lot #4974
Lot #4973
Lot #4975

Lot 4974: Custom Falling Block Works Model J Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2023

Lot 4974: Custom Falling Block Works Model J Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2023

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400

Custom Falling Block Works Model J Single Shot Rifle

Manufacturer: Falling Block Works
Model: J
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 30
Barrel: 26 3/4 inch round
Finish: bright/blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 946
Serial Number:
Class: Modern Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Rating:

NC - FINE- All original finish 90% - 94% or better, some dings in wood wear commensurable with percent of finish. In working order.

PRF - PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED OR RESTORED

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

This rifle was previously identified as built by Doc Brewer of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and it is noted as using a 2.060 long case with a seating depth of 2.095. This is a custom cast bullet 30 caliber target rifle based on the 32-40 cartridge (30/32-40).

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