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Lot 1555:Game Scene Engraved Griffin & Howe/Mauser Model 98 Rifle

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1555:Game Scene Engraved Griffin & Howe/Mauser Model 98 Rifle

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Griffin & Howe Game Scene Engraved Custom Mauser Model 98 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle with Scope

The barrel features a hooded ramped blade front sight with light engraving and "GRIFFIN & HOWE INC. NEW YORK, NY" marked on the top. The action is engraved with floral designs on the right and left of the front receiver ring and a leopard on the top side. The bolt is checkered on the knob and is numbered "596". It is fitted with a Griffin & Howe scope mount with engraved rings and holding a Leupold VX-6 2-12x42 scope. The floorplate is engraved in the style of Robert Swartley with a lion standing over a zebra carcass and the trigger guard has a hunter poised to take the shot in a prone position. Attractively figured, multi-point checkered pistol grip stock with horn forend tip, engraved casehardened grip cap, raised cheekpiece, sling studs, blank inscription oval, and red rubber recoil pad.

ConditionVery fine as upgraded to the current configuration, retaining 98% plus Griffin & Howe applied blue with minor handling evidence, a few small dings and scratches in the wood, and sharp checkering on the stock. The scope optics are sharp. Mechanically excellent.
Details
ManufacturerMauser
Model98
TypeRifle
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge300 H&H
Barrel24 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1264
Catalog page378
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