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Lot 3437: Engraved Josef Zeller Drilling with Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Lot 3437: Engraved Josef Zeller Drilling with Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 12, 2021

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Engraved Josef Zeller Drilling with Scope

Manufacturer: Josef Zeller
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16/8.7mm
Barrel: 26 7/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1293
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 237
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Krupp-Flussstahl barrels with beaded blade and flip up rear sights on the matted solid rib which is marked "JOS. ZELLER, DORTMUNT - PADERHORN", 2 3/4 inch chambers, and choke constrictions of .024/.029 inches (improved modified/full). The casehardened scalloped boxlock action features sideclips, extensive engraving consisting of scroll and rose designs, bushed firing pins, Greener style safety and crossbolt, double triggers, and tang mounted selector switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered walnut forend with Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with cartridge trap door and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Includes a mounted scope marked "H/MIGNON/Dr. W. GERARD/CHARLOTTENBURG" on the underside at the rear of the tube. Length of pull 14 3/16 inches. Weight 7 lbs 10 oz including scope.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 95% original blue and 60% plus original case colors, mild handling evidence, and some areas of spotting. The wood is also very fine with scattered small scratches, minor varnish loss, and crisp checkering. The scope optics are clear with some haze at the edges. Mechanically excellent.



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