2027 ORNATE STYER MODEL M LUXUS LEFT HAND BOLT ACTION

Category Firearms & Military
Auction Currency USD
Start Price 3,250.00 USD
Estimated at 6,500.00 - 8,500.00 USD
RIFLE OF PRINCE FAISAL COLLECTION. Cal. 270 Win. S# 209829. Bbl. 20" hammer forged w/ ramped elevation adjustable front sight plus rear base having express style jib locked windage adjustable rear. Barrel is Mannox coated for durability and resistance to corrosion; makings consist of proofs, caliber and distributor (Gun South Inc. of Trussville, AL). Mfg. March 1989 (1980-1996) with coin finished receiver, butterknife bolt handle, magazine base and floorplate having scroll engraving plus deep relief Roe deer scene on left rear of receiver (1 buck & 2 does). Company promoted features of 7.7 pounds, sub MOA performance and 1 in 8.6 inches barrel twist rate. Consignor states this ornate rifle was part of the Prince Faisal Collection; no further info as to which one or which country of reign. Finely checkered (2 line borders) full length (Stutzen) left handed European walnut stock with matte finish having Bavarian style double flame cheekpiece, sling studs, factory brown ventilated recoil pad, LH palm swell (Bundsweir pistol grip), wrap around forend checkering, slant cut forend cap and rosewood grip cap having Steyr logo inlay. Receiver is factory drilled and tapped for scope mounts w/ plug screws in place. Safety is rotating wheel in line behind bolt shroud that has integral cocking indicator. Very fine single stage gold plated trigger pull that also operates in single set mode for an even lighter pull; LOP is Steyr standard at 13 7/8". Smooth operating bolt having rear locking lugs is jeweled with Sako style extractor. Trigger guard assembly has spring plunger magazine ejector feature and indexed screws. MAGS: 1 steel single column 3 round w/ continuation of action engraving to include vignette of buck head and shoulders. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore; new unfired appearance. (23-446/NW). MODERN. $6,500-8,500.