GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
FINE 20 BORE J. P. SAUER MODEL 40E BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.J.P. SAUER40E19154120MODERNCal. 20 ga. 2-3/4" Chambers. 26" Shoe lump bbls with matted game rib are choked Mod and IC. Case hardened, scallop-backed, boxlock action marked "MADE IN PRUSSIA" features automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, side clips and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with very well cut open shaded scrolling acanthus surrounding game scenes of birds on sides, and dogs on bottom. Nicely marbled steel capped pistol grip buttstock is fitted with brown leather covered pad, and has inset checkered side panels. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley release. Weight: 5 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8". CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a fine re-black. Action retains perhaps 50% orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish, with numerous marks, checkering somewhat worn. Repaired crack is on left tip of forend. Bores are fine with scattered pitting and light frosting. Action has a hint of looseness. Ejectors are strong and in time. 49605-1 MGM330 (5,000-8,000)