(M) THEODORE ROOSEVELT SAFARI CUSTOM GRADE WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 .405 WINCHESTER LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Just 1000 sets of 2 matching handsomely appointed 1895 rifles in .405 WCF were produced in 2009 to commemorate the centennial of Theodore Roosevelt's 1909 African Safari, the matching numbered gun follows this lot in this auction. Roosevelt famously utilized a .405 WCF Model 95 rifle on the safari which he nicknamed "Big Medicine". Rifle is finished in high polished blue with a coin finished receiver. Tapered round barrel with sporting sights. Receiver is engraved with gold inlaid "THEODORE / ROOSEVELT / SAFARI / CENTENNIAL", "1909 / 2009", and "BIG MEDICINE" banners, as well as African big game and images of the President. Lever has his signature applied in gold. Checkered walnut forend with splinter tip. The checkered walnut stock has an inlaid commemorative medallion. Accompanied by the original box. CONDITION: Excellent, as new with light handling marks. Excellent bore. Fine mechanics.

Name

Value

Accessories

Box

Barrel Length

24"

Caliber/Bore

.405 Winchester

FFL Status

Modern

Manufacturer

Winchester