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Lot #3396
Lot #3398

Lot 3397: Joh. Springer Back Action Rotary Underlever Hammer Double Rifle

Engraved Joh. Springer Back Action Rotary Underlever Hammer Double Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3397: Joh. Springer Back Action Rotary Underlever Hammer Double Rifle

Engraved Joh. Springer Back Action Rotary Underlever Hammer Double Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $4,000 - $7,000

Engraved Joh. Springer Back Action Rotary Underlever Hammer Double Rifle

Manufacturer: Springer
Model: Underlever
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 11.2 mm
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1329
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 219
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued steel barrels with matted solid rib, "JOH. SPRINGER'S ERBEN IN WIEN" and "K.v.K. KAMMER GEWEHR LIEFERANTEN" on the left and right respectively, and single extractor for both chambers. "11.2" is marked on the underside of the barrels, possibly indicating 11.2x72 Schuler as the caliber. The casehardened rotary underlever receiver and back action locks display beautiful tight scrollwork with attractive bordering. Both locks are marked "JOH. SPRINGER'S/ERBEN IN WIEN" and the sides of the receiver are sighed in the same fashion as the barrels above. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with rotary latch and engraved fitting and pistol grip stock with engraved grip cap inscription oval marked "Y.K.", and engraved trapdoor buttplate. Length of pull 14 3/8 inches. Weight 8 lbs 13 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 90% original blue on the barrels with some plum patina, 70% case colors with the balance fading to silver, and some spotting and scratches along the barrels. The wood is also very fine with some dings and scratches and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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