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Lot 892:Browning Arms 78 Rifle 45/70 Govt.

September 12th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 892:Browning Arms 78 Rifle 45/70 Govt.

September 12th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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Signed and Engraved Browning Model 78 Bicentennial Commemorative Lever-Action Falling Block Rifle with Presentation Case and Knife

Manufactured in 1976 to commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the United States, this is number 595 of only 1000 produced. Features a fixed blade front and adjustable rear sights. Coin finished receiver is moderately floral border scroll engraved featuring an American Bald Eagle and an American Bison on either side, signed by engraver I. Dewaer. Monte Claro walnut straight grip stock with a Schnabel tipped forend and crescent shaped buttplate. Complete in Browning red velvet lined wooden presentation case with a two sided Bicentennial medallion, and Browning commemorative engraved hunting knife, with matching serial numbers.

ConditionNear new with approximately 99% plus original finish. Stock is excellent. The brass end of the knife handle exhibits some minor tarnish/spotting. The wooden presentation case is excellent.
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ManufacturerBrowning Arms
Model78
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassModern Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge45/70 Govt.
Barrel24 inch octagon
Finishblue/coin
Stockcheckered walnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views822
Catalog page172
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