Greyed, deeply etched Damascus steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the flat solid rib which is marked "M MACH IN PRAG" in gold inlay along with "1", chambers measured at 2 1/2 inches with single extractor, and no choke constriction. The grey finished backaction locks and underlever receiver five separate silver inlaid game scenes all surrounded by beautiful floral scrollwork. The left lockplate shows a pair of hunting pointers, the left of the receiver has a pair of running hares, the right lockplate has a roebuck and doe, the right of the receiver shows a pair of quail, and the top tang shows a single grouse. The gun features double triggers and non-rebounding hammers. Nicely figured, checkered forend with engraved fittings and rotary lever release and straight grip stock with horn pistol grip, raised cheekpiece, and smooth steel buttplate. Stock measurements: 1 5/16 inch drop at comb; 2 3/8 inch drop at heel; 13 13/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 11 oz.
Fine, showing an even grey coloration across the barrels and action with minor handling evidence and some fading to the silver. The wood is also fine with areas showing some dents and scratches, high edge wear, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
As "A" with game scenes showing a fox and woodcock on the left lockplate, a doe and fawn on the left of the receiver, a pair of grouse on the right lockplate, a pair of pheasants on the right of the receiver, and a woodcock on the top tang. Stock measurements: 1 1/4 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 13 11/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 11 oz.
Fine, with a smooth grey coloration across the barrels and action, strong Damascus pattern, and minor handling evidence. The wood is also fine with some dings and scratches, some high edge wear, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
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