2175A A.D. SCHROTER MUHLHAUSEN GERMAN SCHUETZEN SINGLE

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 900.00 USD
Estimated at 1,800.00 - 2,200.00 USD
SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 8mm CF (Likely 8.15x46R). S# 1996. Bbl. 29 3/4" replacement of fluted oct. configuration w/ matted top flat. Flat is marked "A.D. SCHROTER MUHLHAUSEN I/TH". Martini style action w/ finger grooved lever. Full coverage floral engraving features musketeers on both sides. Takedown lever is located on right side of lever. Double set triggers. Tang has base only for rear sight. Replacement ramp mounted front sight tube missing aperture. Replacement wedge fastened forearm has added metal takedown plate. Replacement walnut cheekpiece stock w/ forward sweeping grip & grooved hard rubber buttplate. Wrist of stock is checkered. Toeline of stock & bbl. have sling swivels. CONDITION: threads on non-original bbl. are brazed shut to accomplish takedown fit. Breech end of bbl. shows hand filing to fit receiver. Bbl. retains 70% dull faded blue. Action finish has faded to gray. Replacement wood has lightly worn finish showing handling marks. Bore has slightly darkened appearance retaining strong rifling. (24-2205/DS). CURIO. $1,800-2,200.