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Lot 4534: Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Lot 4534: Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Five European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 18, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Swiss Schmidt-Ruben 1889 Straight-Pull Rifle

Manufacturer: Swiss
Model: 1889
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.5 mm Swiss
Barrel: 30 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 760
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Shiny - Very little wear
Description:

With muzzle cap.

Rating Definition:

Fine, with original finish, smooth brown/grey patina, scattered handling marks, and light spotting. Stock is fair, with a number of dents and scuffs, and a mended break on the left side of the wrist. Mechanically excellent.



B) German Danzig Model 1888 Commission Rifle

Manufacturer: Danzig
Model: GEW 88
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 29 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue/bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 760
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Chamber dated 1890.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall as refinished, with scattered light handling marks, light spotting, and edge wear. Mechanically excellent.



C) Argentine Contract DWM Model 1891 Rifle

Manufacturer: DWM
Model: 1891
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.65 mm Argentine
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 760
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Argentinean crest has been ground.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall as modified to current configuration, with original finish, heat discoloration on the bolt, scattered light spotting, and handling marks. Heavy rust on the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.



D) French MAS Model 1936 Rifle with Bayonet

Manufacturer: MAS
Model: 1936
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.5 mm French
Barrel: 22 3/4 inch round
Finish: blue/black
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 760
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

With spike bayonet.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall as refinished, with flaking black paint, edge wear, faint spotting, and smooth grey patina. Mechanically excellent.



E) Italian Beretta Model 1938 Carcano Carbine with Folding Spike Bayonet

Manufacturer: Beretta Pietro
Model: 38
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 6.5 mm Italian
Barrel: 18 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 760
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Dated "1938 XVI". With folding spike bayonet.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall as refinished, with light spotting, edge wear, and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



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