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Lot 1532: Diego Bonsi Signed and Engraved Blaser F3 Over/Under Shotgun

Master Diego Bonsi Signed and Game Scene Engraved Blaser F3 Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1532: Diego Bonsi Signed and Engraved Blaser F3 Over/Under Shotgun

Master Diego Bonsi Signed and Game Scene Engraved Blaser F3 Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $15,000 - $25,000
Price Realized:
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Master Diego Bonsi Signed and Game Scene Engraved Blaser F3 Over/Under Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Blaser
Model: F3
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 32 inch vent rib
Finish: blue/coin
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1482
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 439
Class: Modern Long Gun
Description:

Blued Triplex steel barrels with dual bead sights on the matted adjustable vent rib, standard barrel markings, 2014 dated German proofs, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and upgraded interchangeable titanium chokes (modified/full installed). The coin finished sideplated boxlock action displays beautifully cut floral scroll engraving over a darkened background with game scenes on either sideplate. The left sideplate shows two mallards in flight over a marsh with another trio of mallards on the water's surface and the right sideplate shows a pair of pheasants taking off in a field scene. The triggerplate is signed "B&B BONSI/BROTHERS" to the right of the triggerguard for the firm by that name and signed "D. Bonsi" on either sideplate for Master Engraver Diego Bonsi. Examples of Bonsi's work can be seen on pages 38 and 39 of "Il Grande Libro Delle Incisioni" by Marco E. Nobili. The gun features bushed firing pins, a single selective gold trigger, and a tang mounted manual safety. Beautiful, highly figured, multi-point checkered semi-Schnabel forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with right hand palm swell, adjustable comb, and factory recoil pad. The wood is of the highest grade available. Included is a factory takedown case, barrel weight set, and two extra choke tubes (improved cylinder and improved modified). Barrel and stock measurements (U/O): bore diameter nine inches from the breech both proved at 18.6mm (.732 inches) and measured .736/.735 inches; minimum wall thickness .041/.040 inches; 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 11/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 8 lbs. 13 oz.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.



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