December 13-15, 2022 Collectible Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/14/2022
Rare Custom shop Weatherby Mark V Safari Classic built in Japan for Weatherby and customized in Weatherby's Custom Shop in 1992 with only 140 built. This rifle features classic Safari type features like a 24" blued tapered round barrel with ramp front sight (hood missing), banded front sling swivel mount and quarter rib with 2 leaf notch sight. Famous blued Weatherby Mark V action with knurled bolt handle, side safety, and fitted with Swarovski 2.5-10x56 scope. Blued detachable floorplate engraved with "SAFARI CLASSIC" banner. Classic checkered American walnut pistol grip stock with "OLD ENGLISH" pad, steel grip cap, and ebony forend cap. CONDITION: 90% original blue with areas of silver carry wear. Bolt handle and floorplate worn silver from carry wear. 90% hand rubbed varnish remaining with some usage dings and marks. Excellent bore and mechanics with clear optics. A great rifle! DLM