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Lot 1605: Cased Engraved Elegante Series Wichita Arms Pistol Rifle Set

Cased Engraved Elegante Series Wichita Arms Pistol Rifle Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Lot 1605: Cased Engraved Elegante Series Wichita Arms Pistol Rifle Set

Cased Engraved Elegante Series Wichita Arms Pistol Rifle Set

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2011

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved Wichita Arms Classic Pistol

Manufacturer: Wichita Arms Inc
Model: Classic
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 7mm PPC Imp
Barrel: 11 1/4 inch octagon
Finish: stain grey
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5226
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 33
Class: Modern Handgun
Description:

This custom set consists of a Matched Wichita Arms Classic Pistol and Classic Rifle. The Elegante Series was limited to 50 sets, with this set number 4. Each are completely finished in a satin grey with scroll engraving on the muzzle and breech ends of the barrel, receiver and sides of the trigger guard. The right side of the receiver is engraved "La Silueta Elegante" in a panel amid the engraving. There are no other visible markings on the pistol. There is no cartridge designation. The bore is a 7mm and the bolt face is for a "PPC" size head. The front sight is a ramped blade marked "Micro" on the base and adjustable Micro rear sight. Jeweled left hand port and bolt with bright handle and checkered knob, and engraved rear portion. Mounted with a nicely figured triple x grade American black walnut stock with checkered grip area and a right hand thumb rest. The set comes complete in a nicely figured walnut case. With walnut trim molding. This trim molding gives the case a custom furniture look. Has brass cabinet hinges and three key locks. With green fitted lining and "pillow" pad. There is a satin grey plaque affixed to the inside of the lid, engraved "The Elegante Series / No. Four of Fifty". Documentation includes a fact sheet of "EL ELEGANT" guns. Engraved by Master engraver, Ray Viramontez.

Rating Definition:

With the exception of a few factory polishing marks on the barrel, the pistol is excellent plus with only slight handling/storage marks. The stock is excellent with a few minor dings and scratches. The case is excellent with a few minor marks on the exterior.



B) Engraved Wichita Arms Classic Rifle

Manufacturer: Wichita Arms Inc
Model: Classic-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7mm PPC Imp
Barrel: 18 inch octagon
Finish: satin grey
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 5226
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 33
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

This rifle has the same engraving and sights as the pistol "A" and the bolt is identical except it's a right hand model. The right side of the receiver is engraved "El Medallon Elegante" in an oval panel amid the engraving. Mounted with one piece, triple -x- fancy grade of American black walnut. With a satin grey grip cap, cheekpiece and solid Pachmayr Old English recoil pad.

Rating Definition:

With the exception of a few factory polishing marks on the barrel, the rifle is excellent with a few slight handling/storage marks. The stock is also excellent with a couple very minor dings and slight handling marks, and sharp checkering. In a fitted custom case for a rifle and pistol. Accessories includes a Wichita Arms penter belt buckle, wood cartridge block, brass case key, and 8 x 11 hunter print.



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