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Lot 1527: Two Bolt Action Military Rifles

Two Bolt Action Military Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Lot 1527: Two Bolt Action Military Rifles

Two Bolt Action Military Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: April 24, 2015

Estimated Price: $1,100 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Fabrique Nationale Model 1889 Rifle

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: 1889-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.65 mm
Barrel: 31 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1290
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 199
Class: Antique
Description:

Blade front and folding ladder rear sights with standard receiver markings, a smooth straight wrist stock and matching numbers on the barrel, receiver, bolt, magazine floor plate, stock and buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Fine with 85% of the original blue finish showing areas of brown patina and scattered handling marks. The front sight has been detached and remounted backwards and the cleaning rod is absent. Stock is very good with a number of dents and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.



B) Ludwig Loewe Argentine Contract Model 1891 Rifle

Manufacturer: Loewe
Model: 1891
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.65 mm Argentine
Barrel: 29 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1290
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 199
Class: Antique
Description:

Blade and folding ladder sights with the Argentine crest removed from the receiver ring, standard markings on the left side and matching serial numbers on the barrel, receiver, bolt, magazine, cleaning rod and stock. Smooth stock with sling swivels and a steel buttplate.

Rating Definition:

Very fine (crest removed) with 95% of the original blue finish on the balance with some light handling marks and edge wear overall. Stock is also very fine with some dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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