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Lot 2680: Three Antique European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Lot 2680: Three Antique European Military Bolt Action Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Loewe Gewehr 1888 Rifle

Manufacturer: Loewe
Model: Gew 88
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 29 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1002
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"S/crescent moon" marked and "1890" dated chamber. With small canvas sling.

Rating Definition:

Good overall as assembled, with remaining finish, spotting/pitting, handling marks. Wood has dings and chipping. Mechanically excellent.



B) Spandau Gewehr 1888 Rifle

Manufacturer: Spandau
Model: GEW88
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 8 mm
Barrel: 29 1/2 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1002
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Receiver "S" marked and dated "1890".

Rating Definition:

Good overall as assembled, with remaining finish, handling marks, spotting/pitting, chips and scratches in the wood. Mechanically excellent.



C) Russian Berdan Rifle

Manufacturer: Russian
Model: Berdan
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 10.75 mm
Barrel: 18 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1002
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Rating Definition:

Fair overall as cleaned and polished, with handling marks, pitting, a crack in the forend. Barrel has been shortened. Mechanically fine.



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