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  • Auction Catalog #40
  • Lot #1458
Lot #1457
Lot #1459

Lot 1458: Two Military Bolt Action Rifles A) Long Branch No. 4 MK I* Rifl

Two Military Bolt Action Rifles

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Lot 1458: Two Military Bolt Action Rifles A) Long Branch No. 4 MK I* Rifl

Two Military Bolt Action Rifles

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Auction Date: Invalid Date

Estimated Price: $750 - $1,000

A) Long Branch No. 4 MK I* Rifle with Sling

Manufacturer: Long Branch
Model: No 4 MK1
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 303 British
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1214
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 263
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Canadian Longbranch manufactured No. 4 rifle with 1942 dated receiver and adjustable MK III flip-up rear sight. The left side of the receiver is marked" No 4 MkI* / LONG BRANCH / 1942". The left side of the butt socket is marked with serial number and "16L5523". The stock features the various Canadian markings on the underside of the grip and forend as well as " 16L5523" on the forend and on the bottom of the magazine. Complete with a replacement green canvas web sling.

Rating Definition:

Very good overall. Approximately 98% of the parkerized finish remains with wear on the muzzle and left side of the magazine. The buttplate has a grayish patina with scattered light spotting. The stock is very good with overall scattered minor dings, scratches and pressure dents. There are a few small gouges on the buttstock. All markings are clear. Mechanically fine.



B) BSA SMLE Bolt Action Training Rifle

Manufacturer: BSA Guns Ltd
Model: SMLE
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22
Barrel: 25 inch round
Finish: parkerized
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1214
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 263
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Marked "crown/GR/BSA Co/Snt 22/IVo" on the right side of the receiver ring, with "E" on the left. The BSA stacked rifles logo is also on top of the rear of the barrel. The magazine has no interior parts. It is marked "22" on the left side. The left side of the receiver is marked " F T R 1954", British proofs on the left side of the receiver ring and serial number on the right. Serial number also marked on the front of the barrel band/bayonet attachment, and underside forend of the stock. Various proof marks on the underside of the pistol grip. Fixed front sight and adjustable rear tangent sight adjustable to 2,000 meters. Full stock and two piece handguard with sling swivels and a brass buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with exception as above mentioned, 90% of the parkerized finish remains with flaking on the receiver and bolt handle. The stock is also excellent with overall scattered minor dents and dings. The buttplate is a nice pleasant aged patina with several minor dings on the toe. All markings are clear.



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