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Lot #649

Lot 648: Engraved Gold Inlaid Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Lot 648: Engraved Gold Inlaid Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 5, 2020

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Engraved Gold Inlaid Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Falling Block Rifle

Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: No. 1
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70
Barrel: 24 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3290
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 339
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Ramped blade front and fixed express notch rear sights on a raised, matte quarter rib, gold inlaid band at the muzzle, and light scroll engraving at the muzzle and breech. The receiver features fine leafy scroll engraving against punch dot backgrounds, and detailed African big game scenes of cape buffalo on the right and a bull elephant on the left. The buffalo scene is inlaid with yellow gold and the elephant is a combination of gold and silver with a small "GC" signature under the elephants feet. The model and serial number markings are also gold inlaid. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm with checkered steel grip cap, raised cheekpiece, and solid rubber recoil pad.

Rating Definition:

Exceptionally fine as professionally embellished with 99% factory quality blue finish, light handling marks, crisp engraving, and complete gold inlays. The wood is also very fine with attractive grain, sharp checkering, and just a few small dings. Mechanically excellent.



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