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Lot 1556: Engraved Johann Fanzoj Over/Under Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Johann Fanzoj Over/Under Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Lot 1556: Engraved Johann Fanzoj Over/Under Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Johann Fanzoj Over/Under Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope and Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 20, 2023

Estimated Price: $13,000 - $17,000
Price Realized:
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Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Johann Fanzoj Over/Under Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope and Case

Manufacturer: Ferlach
Model: Double Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 5.6x50R/7x75R
Barrel: 25 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/coin/gold
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 3347
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 450
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Bohler steel barrels with a ramped beaded blade front sight, fixed position rear sight, and German claw mounts holding a Zeiss Diavari 1.5-6x scope on the matted solid rib which is inlaid in gold "J. FANZOI-FERLACH" toward the breech. The barrels are marked with 1971 dated Austrian proofs, an import mark under the forend, and leafy scroll engraving at the breech section of the upper barrel. The coin finished, bolstered, hand detachable sidelock action displays beautifully cut tight leafy scroll engraving with a pair of oak leaves on either side. The engraving extends to the upper tang and toplever which is inlaid with the initials "RJ" in gold. The gun features a bushed firing pin for the upper barrel, gold washed cocking indicators, dual single set triggers, and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Highly figured, oak leaf and acorn fish scale checkered forend with engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with teardrop carved flats, horn grip cap, raised cheek piece, and Pachmayr White-Line recoil pad. Included is a wood and leather takedown case. Length of pull 14 1/4 inches. Weight 8 lbs. 12 oz. with scope.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with minor handling evidence, a plum hue to the barrel, a few small pressure marks in the wood, and sharp fish scale checkering. The case is very good. Mechanically excellent.



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