December 16, 17, & 18, 2025 Firearms & Militaria
Lot #1348:
(C) WEST GERMAN WEATHERBY CUSTOM MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION SPORTING RIFLE.
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2025
This P prefix serial numbered gun dates from 1967 through 1973. This West German rifle uses the J.P.SAUER action with the fluted and jeweled bolt. The magazine follower is also jeweled. Finish is high polish blue, the barrel was made sans any sights. It now has a Redfield 3x9 variable scope and mounts. The floorplate is engraved around the Weatherby Custom designation. This designation explains the incredible special features found on the stock. The intricate oak leaf style hand carving found on the grip and forearm can be found on page 131 in the 1967 catalog as style or pattern No. 13, and was one of the higher grades available. The right side of stock is punctuated with the 3-wood 7" inlay pattern 11-A diamonds. Both sides of the forearm exhibit the same 3-wood inlay measuring 4 3/4" This same design appears at base of forearm, also 4 3/4" but the center diamond is an engraved gold inlay instead of wood. Both the grip cap and forearm tip are done in contrasting rosewood. The stock is a light walnut. Standard stock features include the Monte Carlo comb, roll over cheek piece, the red Weatherby waffle recoil pad and sling eyes. CONDITION: Excellent. Gun shows in high condition with some imperceptible muzzle and floor plate edgewear and nominal handling. The stock is fine showing minimal handling and impressions. Mechanically sound with a strong bright bore. This rifle has all of the high end special features sans engraving.
Caliber/Bore
.270 Weatherby magnum