GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
INTERESTING FERLACH MADE BOXLOCK SHOTGUN.AUSTRIAN GUILD GUNSxS5132416GAMODERNCal. 16 ga. 2-3/4" Chambers. 27-5/8" Bbls with slightly raised ventilated rib is engraved "Made in Austria" in unmatted portion of rib. Bbl flats are stamped with 1958 Ferlach proofs for 2-3/4" chambers. Coin finished scallop backed boxlock action features automatic safety, hidden crossbolt third fastener, and dbl triggers. There are two loaded chamber indicators on right and left sides of breechface with pin that protrudes from rear of fence when cartridges are present. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll. Fences are foliate carved. Game scenes are on sides; a pair of ducks on left, and pheasant on right. Nicely fiddle figured and well streaked European walnut horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4" over black open sided White Line pad. Stock features nicely shaped side panels, point pattern checkering on grip, and a shadow line right hand cheekpiece. Matching beavertail forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.662, right - .662. Bore restrictions: left - .012 (mod), right - .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left - .030, right - .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/2", drop at comb: 1-5/16". Cast 1/4 off. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-3/4". CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue. Action has nearly all its coin finish, very slightly darkened. Stocks have only a few minor marks in their orig hand rubbed oil finish. Forend shows some wear. Pad is a later replacement. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. 51872-4 MGM104 (1,250-1,750)