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Lot 1739:Two European Military Long Guns

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1739:Two European Military Long Guns

December 3rd, 2010|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$800 - $1,100

A) Dutch Hembrug Model 95 Bolt Action Carbine with Bayonet

Left receiver wall is marked "HEMBRUG 1915". Matching numbers on receiver, barrel, bolt assembly, barrel band, and magazine. Rear sight is graduated to 2000 meters. Buttstock is stamped with a 1939 dated Hembrug logo. Complete with a bayonet marked "HEMBRUG", numbered "8844U", with leather scabbard and frog marked "4781 / NN / 955 / NN".

ConditionFine. The barrel and band retain 70% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The receiver and magazine have a smooth brown-gray patina with a patch of deep pitting on the right side of the receiver ring. The stock is fine with filled wood repairs on the underside of the forearm and buttstock, along with a couple minor dents and some minor dings and pressure marks. Bayonet is very fine, retaining most of the original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. Scabbard and frog are good with broken strap and minor flex wear with flaking and missing tip.

Details

ManufacturerHembrug

Model1911

TypeCarbine

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge6.5 mm

Barrel18 inch round

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page52

B) Swedish Military Model 96-38 Bolt Action Rifle

Matching numbers on receiver, bolt assembly, floor plate, barrel bands, and buttplate. Maker markings on the receiver ring dated 1915. Straight bolt handle, leather sling.

ConditionVery fine. The rifle retains 90% original blue finish with even mild pitting on the receiver, floor plate, and bands. Very fine stock with a few minor handling marks with the stock disc missing. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerGustaf Carl

Model96/38

TypeRifle