Lot 1675:Two South American Contract Bolt Action Military Rifles

May 4th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1675:Two South American Contract Bolt Action Military Rifles

May 4th, 2019|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,250

A) Mauser Brazilian Contract Model 1935 Rifle

Blade front and tangent rear sights, with the Brazilian Crest on top of the receiver ring, a number of "crown/letter" German proofs and the one-line address on the left side wall. Smooth pistol grip stock, with grasping grooves on the forearm, sling bases and a flat buttplate. A steel muzzle cover and a brown leather sling are included.

ConditionExcellent, with 98% plus of the original blue finish, showing some minor handing marks and edge wear overall. The bolt may have been lightly cleaned. The stock is also excellent, with a dent on the left side of the wrist and some minor scattered dings. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerMauser

Model1935

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge7x57 mm

Barrel30 inch round

Finishblue

Stockhardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page357

B) Fabrique Nationale Venezuelan Contract Model 24/30 Rifle

Blade front and notch rear sights, with the large Venezuelan crest on the receiver ring and "FAB. NAT.D'ARMES de GUERRE/HERSTAL-BELGIQUE" on the side wall. Matching numbers are present on the receiver, bolt and stock. With a smooth pistol grip stock and a steel muzzle protector.

ConditionExcellent, with 97% plus original blue finish, showing some minor edge wear and handling marks. A fine bright appearance is present on the bolt and receiver, with a rich niter blue on the trigger and bolt catch. The stock is also excellent, with a number of light dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerFabrique Nationale

Model24/30

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge7 mm Mauser

Barrel24 inch round

Finishblue/bright

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL