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Lot 1465:Capece Signed and Engraved Belgian Double Rifle

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1465:Capece Signed and Engraved Belgian Double Rifle

December 4th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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R. Capece Signed and Game Scene Engraved P. Constantine III Belgian Ejector Double Rifle with Scope and Case

Brass beaded blade front sight on a raised section of rib, three folding leaf rear sight and German style claw mounts on the raised rear quarter rib, marked "KETSENES Cie, SANTA BARBARA, CA." and "P. CONSTANTINE III BELGUIM (sic)" on the right and left barrel respectively, and chambers with ejectors. The coin finished sidelock action displays extensive floral scroll engraving surrounding three game scenes. The left shows three pronghorn antelope on the plains along with a pair of prairie dogs, the right has four bighorn sheep in a mountain scene, and the underside shows a mountain goat on a rock outcrop. The triggerplate is signed "R. CAPECE". The gun features bushed firing pins, double triggers, and tang mounted manual safety switch with gold inlaid "S". Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings including the Anson button style release and pistol grip stock with engraved trapdoor grip cap, cheekpiece, and checkered bare butt. Includes a leather bound takedown case and a Leupold 1.5-5x scope. Length of pull 14 15/16 inches. Weight 8 lbs 15 oz (including scope).

ConditionExcellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes, minor handling evidence, a few tiny marks in the wood, and sharp checkering on the wood. The case is very fine. Scope optics are sharp. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerBelgium
ModelDouble Rifle
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassModern Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge30-06 Springfield
Barrel24 inch solid rib
Finishblue/coin
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2215
Catalog page238
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