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Lot #1444
Lot #1446

Lot 1445: Egyptian Contract FN-49 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle

Scarce Egyptian Contract FN-49 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Rare Matching Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2022

Lot 1445: Egyptian Contract FN-49 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle

Scarce Egyptian Contract FN-49 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Rare Matching Scope

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 14, 2022

Estimated Price: $6,500 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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Scarce Egyptian Contract FN-49 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Rare Matching Scope

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: 49
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 7.92 mm Mauser
Barrel: 23 inch round
Finish: black
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 2290
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 303
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in Belgium on contract for Egypt, this rifle bears the FN address, serial numbers in both Arabic and Farsi numerals, and the crest of King Farouk on the receiver ring. A scope base is installed on the left side of the receiver, with the lower section marked "O.I.P.-1955/BELGIQUE". and bearing an Egyptian crest over "809" in Farsi, the ring assembly marked with Echo/B.C. Herkner markings, and the scope marked "Meopta" and numbered in Farsi to match the rifle. The rifle also has the standard battle sights, a muzzle brake, and bayonet lug. It is mounted with a walnut pistol grip stock fitted with an additional cheek piece for proper eye alignment, stock disk, and a brass buttplate. Numbers match on the frame, top cover, bolt carrier, bolt and stock. It is estimated that only about 1,000 of these rifles were manufactured, and estimates regarding the number to make it to the United States are in the low double digits.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, with 95% of the original black finish, showing light handling marks and high edge wear overall. The revarnished wood is fine, with mild dents and scratches. Markings are crisp overall. The scope has a solid reticle and clear optics. Mechanically excellent.



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