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Lot #3498
Lot #3500

Lot 3499: Kowalski Engraved Browning High Power Olympian Grade Rifle

Factory Master R. Kowalski Game Scene Engraved and Double Signed Belgian Browning High Power Olympian Grade Bolt Action Rifle in desirable 22-250 Caliber with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Lot 3499: Kowalski Engraved Browning High Power Olympian Grade Rifle

Factory Master R. Kowalski Game Scene Engraved and Double Signed Belgian Browning High Power Olympian Grade Bolt Action Rifle in desirable 22-250 Caliber with Box

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Estimated Price: $14,000 - $22,500
Price Realized:
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Factory Master R. Kowalski Game Scene Engraved and Double Signed Belgian Browning High Power Olympian Grade Bolt Action Rifle in desirable 22-250 Caliber with Box

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: High Power-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 22-250
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1287
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 265
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in 1969. Blued barrel manufactured without sights showing standard markings and a pair of 2 1/8 inch wedges of floral scroll engraving at either side of the breech. The coin finished action features floral scroll engraving on a matted background surrounding a running hare on the left of the front bridge and a running coyote on the right, The bottom metal is engraved in the same fashion with a prairie dog town on the floorplate and a crow on the trigger guard. Both sides of the front bridge are signed "R. KOWALSKI" for Master Engraver Richard Kowalski. Nicely figured pistol grip stock with fancy floral carving and checkering, contrasting forend tip and gripcap, and Browning buttplate. Includes original factory box.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence and sharp checkering. The box is good with moderate wear. Mechanically excellent.



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