GUN SPRING 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/14/2016
FRANZ KETTNER KIPPLAUF WITH ORIGINAL SCOPE.KETTNERSINGLE SHOT TOP LEVER32687X72RMODERNCal. 7 x 72 R. 23-1/2" Half octagon to round ribbed bbl is fitted with one standing, one folding leaf rear sight, and claw bases. Rib rises slightly toward muzzle forming front sight ramp holding silver bead. Milled out portion of matting on top of rib is engraved "Firma Franz Kettner, Koln - Suhl". Bbl flats are stamped with post 1892 imperial proofs for 8.7 x 58-1/2, and re-proofs for 7 x 72. (It appears a larger caliber bbl has been sleeved for this cartridge.) Scallop-backed trigger plate action with single Kersten bolt features non-automatic tang safety, pin type cocking indicator, and dbl set triggers. Action is blued and relatively plain, only having border engraving, with the exception of nicely filed fences, which are relief engraved with oak leaves. Nicely marbled European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4" over ribbed horn buttplate. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip, and a shadow line left hand cheekpiece has been let into right side of buttstock. Forend extends to muzzle and has horn cap in bail type sling retainer. Rear portion with horn spacers is removable for takedown with Deeley release. What appears to be orig Ajack 4 X scope with heavy three post reticle is in soldered-on claw rings, rear with windage adjustment. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/2", drop at comb: approx 1-3/8". Weight without scope: 5 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4". CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 70 - 80% of what appears to be orig blue, with considerable flecking and stains. Action retains 60 - 70% orig blue turning to brown and with flecking around bottom. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with numerous light and heavy marks and scratches, right side of butt possibly a light refinish with installation of cheekpiece. Bore is excellent. Action is very tight. Set trigger works. Scope is in equal condition with metal of rifle, optics slightly cloudy. A great handling lightweight stalking rifle. 49940-4 MGM40 (3,500-6,500)