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Lot #1440

Lot 1439: Fine J.P. Sauer & Sohn Side lock Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Lot 1439: Fine J.P. Sauer & Sohn Side lock Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2009

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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Fine J.P. Sauer & Sohn Side lock Drilling

Manufacturer: Sauer J P & Son
Model: Drilling
Type: Combination
Gauge: 16x16x8x57 JR
Barrel: 25 5/8 inch round solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3047
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 297
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

This drilling features a front bead tipped sight and hinged rear sight on the matted rib marked "8 X 57. R." and is equipped with claw mounts for a scope. Each barrel is marked "KRUPP-LAUFSTAHL" and "J.P.SAUER & SOHN, SUHL". 16 gauge shotgun and 8X57 rifle, 2 9/16 inch chambers and extractor. There is a sling swivel mounted on the barrel. The action has profuse floral scroll engraving, double triggers, the right is a set trigger, Greener side safety, and tang mounted barrel selector. The locks are engraved with two alert deer and two mallards landing with the right lock decorated with two red stags. Both locks are also marked with "J.P. SAUER & SOHN, SUHL." Checkered forearm and checkered pistol grip stock with an engraved metal grip cap with a White Line recoil pad, cheekpiece and sling swivel. Length of pull approximately 14". Includes one box of 20 8X57JR rifle shells.

Rating Definition:

Good, as partially refinished. The barrel retains about 95% current blue with some wear at the muzzle. The action and locks have about 30% case color in protected areas, the balance a coin silver color. The wood has had an extra coat of varnish applied and shows minor handling marks. The action is mechanically good.



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