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Lot 388:Two Engraved Martini Single Shot Rifles

October 20th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 388:Two Engraved Martini Single Shot Rifles

October 20th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Two Engraved Martini Single Shot Rifles

A) Engraved Martini Rifle

Stainless steel 24" round barrel is marked "17 ACK BEE". Consignor states the rifle was engraved by Ben A. Shelor of the Richmond, Virginia area. He was best known for his custom knives but began engraving firearms in the 1990s using open scroll and Nimschke styles, until ultimately developing his own style. He often incorporated birds, reptiles, animals, and fantasy (influenced by the works of Frank Frazetta) into his designs. In magazine and newspaper articles he was noted as "an artist and craftsman who put his heart and mind into his creations".

Details
ManufacturerUnmarked
ModelSingle Shot
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge17 Ackley
Barrel24 inch round
Finishbright/stainless
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionShiny - Very little wear

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views917

B) Engraved Martini Rifle

Caliber gauges at approximately 25. Consignor states the rifle was engraved by Ben A. Shelor of the Richmond, Virginia area. He was best known for his custom knives but began engraving firearms in the 1990s using open scroll and Nimschke styles, until ultimately developing his own style. He often incorporated birds, reptiles, animals, and fantasy (influenced by the works of Frank Frazetta) into his designs. In magazine and newspaper articles he was noted as "an artist and craftsman who put his heart and mind into his creations".

Details
ManufacturerUnmarked
ModelSingle Shot
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge25
Barrel24 inch octagon
Finishblue/bright
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionShiny - Very little wear

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views917
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