GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
RARE ISHCHEVSK ARSENAL MOISIN NAGANT WWI GERMAN CONVERSION TO 7.92MM. ISHCHEVSK ARSENAL MOISIN NAGANT 54898 7.92MM Cal. 7.92 MM. 29" rnd bbl with oct chamber. Adjustable rear sight. English numerals have been X'd out, and Farsi numerals have been added indicating onward supply to Turkey after conversion by Germany subsequent to capture. Cyrillic logo above chamber. Imperial proofs on right of chamber and top of bayonet lug. German numbered matching bbl and receiver. Bolt has orig numbers lined out, and German numbers added to match. Floorplate and buttplate do not match. Hardwood stock. Orig cleaning rod. Canvas sling. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Very good retaining 25% orig blue with corrosion and light pitting overall. Bore has light wear. Stock is worn with light nicks and dings overall. There are a few scattered deep gouges. Sling has light wear from use and has darkened with age. Mechanics are good. 43475-853 BWS (2,000-3,000)