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Lot #2144

Lot 2143: Three Antique Spanish-American War Era Spanish Military Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Lot 2143: Three Antique Spanish-American War Era Spanish Military Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: October 5, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,900
Price Realized:
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A) Spanish Oviedo Model 1871/89 Rolling Block Single Shot Rifle

Manufacturer: Oviedo
Model: Rolling Block
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 43
Barrel: 37 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1124
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

"Crown/AR.O./1876" marked right of receiver. "R" marked breech of barrel, indicating chambering for the Reformado cartridge.

Rating Definition:

Good with traces of original finish, brown patina, and scattered pitting and oxidation. Wood is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with scattered scratches and dents. Absent cleaning rod, absent front sling swivel, absent rear sight slide. Mechanically excellent.



B) Spanish Contract Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Mauser Rifle

Manufacturer: Loewe
Model: 1893
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7 mm Mauser
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1124
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Description:

Spanish coat of arms above "BERLIN 1896." marked receiver ring, Spanish coat of arms stamp above "1896" on the left of the stock. All matching visible serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Very good with some original finish, smooth brown patina and scattered freckling on the balance, and sharp markings in the metal. Rear sight ladder is bent slightly upwards. Stock is good with a faded/lightened appearance, scattered light scratches and dents, a chipped absent section at the front left tip of the forend, some scattered small holes, and legible stamps. Mechanically excellent.



C) Scarce Spanish Contract Ludwig Loewe & Co. Model 1893 Mauser Carbine

Manufacturer: Loewe
Model: 1893
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7 mm Mauser
Barrel: 18 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1124
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

Faded Spanish coat of arms above "BERLIN 1894." marked receiver ring. Replacement rear sight slide numbered "56" and no visible number in the stock, otherwise all matching visible serial numbers.

Rating Definition:

Good with artificially aged brown patina on the barreled action and trigger guard assembly, scattered freckling, light pitting and wear. Rear sight ladder is bent slightly upwards. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with numerous scattered dents and scratches. Replacement barrel bands. Mechanically excellent.



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