Manufactured circa 1970 in West Germany. The barrel was manufactured without sights. A Weatherby variable 2x-7x scope and Redfield rail mounted on the receiver. Standard barrel and receiver markings and light engraving on floor plate with "WEATHERBY CUSTOM" in a banner. Mounted with a nicely figured mesquite pistol grip stock with skip line checkering, contrasting forend and grip caps, high comb cheekpiece, Weatherby vented recoil pad and sling swivel studs. There is an inset gold diamond shaped plaque on the bottom of the forearm with contrasting decorative diamond shape gold plaque inscribed "TILLMAN". The consignors notes state that this rifle once belonged to Brigadier General Robert Lee Scott, Jr. (April 1908-February 2006). Scott was a Brigadier General In the United States Air Force and is best known for his autobiography "God is My Co-Pilot" about his exploits in World War II. Scott was a 1932 West Point graduate and completed his pilot training in 1933. during World War II Scott flew missions with the Flying Tigers piloting a P-40 Warhawk. During his military career he received 2 Silver Stars, 3 Distinguished Flying Crosses and 3 Air Medals. After the war he held staff duties in Washington, D.C., commanded the Jet Fighter School at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona, in 1956 he was reassigned to West Germany to command the 36th Fighter-Bomber Wing at Furstenfeldbruck Air Force Base. Scott held other positions in the Air Force until his retirement in September of 1957. After retirement Scott wrote about a dozen books. Also with the rifle is a RCBS 257 Weatherby three die set and a Weatherby Gun-Guard case.

Excellent. The rifle retains 95% original blue finish with a small area of smooth gray on the bottom of the barrel directly ahead of the forearm, some muzzle and bolt handle wear and some edge wear on the floor plate. The stock is also excellent with a couple minor dings on the cheekpiece, overall a few minor dents and crisp checkering. The plaque and contrasting wood on the bottom of the forearm appear to be factory done. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The scope is excellent with 99% original blue finish and clear optics.