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Lot #3437

Lot 3436: Factory Engraved J. P. Sauer & Sohn Sidelock Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3436: Factory Engraved J. P. Sauer & Sohn Sidelock Drilling

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $2,750 - $4,750
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved J. P. Sauer & Sohn Sidelock Drilling

Manufacturer: Sauer J P & Son
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12/11mm
Barrel: 26 3/4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1416
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 237
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Krupp fluss stahl barrels with beaded blade front and flip up rear sights on the solid matted rib, standard Sauer proofs and German proofs, 2 1/2 inch chambers with single extractor, and chokes measured at .012/.037 inches (improved cylinder/full). The casehardened sidelock action features fine scroll engraving covering nearly all of the surface, "J. P. SAUER & SOHN, SUHL." on either lock, and external gold washed cocking indicators. Double triggers, bushed firing pins, manual cocking lever for the rifle barrel, and tang mounted flip up sight and safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with engraved steel grip cap, cheekpiece, engraved cartridge trapdoor, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Length of pull 14 3/16 inches. Weight 7 lbs 1 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine overall, retaining 98% original blue and 40% faded case colors, some areas of minor spotting, a few light dings and scratches in the wood, and crisp wood checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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