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Lot 1602: Giovanelli Engraved Sabatti Safari Classic Big Five Double Rifle

Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Sabatti Safari Classic Big Five Double Rifle with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Lot 1602: Giovanelli Engraved Sabatti Safari Classic Big Five Double Rifle

Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Sabatti Safari Classic Big Five Double Rifle with Case

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,000 - $5,000
Price Realized:
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Bottega C. Giovanelli Game Scene Engraved Sabatti Safari Classic Big Five Double Rifle with Case

Manufacturer: Sabatti
Model: Classic Big Five
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 470 NE
Barrel: 24 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1291
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 433
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued steel barrels with ramped beaded blade front and three leaf (one standing, two folding) rear sight on the partially matted solid rib, bands of engraving toward the breech, 2021 dated Italian proofs, and chambers with automatic ejectors. The coin finished sideplated boxlock action displays scroll engraving surrounding a lion on the left, an elephant on the underside, and a cape buffalo on the right. The engraving is signed "Bottega C. Giovanelli" on the triggerplate. The rifle features double triggers, bushed firing pins, and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered beavertail forend and pistol grip stock with skeleton grip cap, raised cheekpiece, and red rubber recoil pad. Includes a factory takedown case. Length of pull 14 15/16 inches. Weight 9 lbs. 9 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited minor handling evidence and sharp checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent.



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