Lot 2996: Factory Engraved Gustav Genschow Clamshell Boxlock Double Rifle
Factory Engraved Gustav Genschow Clamshell Boxlock Double Rifle with Scope
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: October 5, 2022
Lot 2996: Factory Engraved Gustav Genschow Clamshell Boxlock Double Rifle
Factory Engraved Gustav Genschow Clamshell Boxlock Double Rifle with Scope
Auction Location: Rock Island, IL
Auction Date: October 5, 2022
Estimated Price: $4,000 - $7,000
Price Realized:
Factory Engraved Gustav Genschow Clamshell Boxlock Double Rifle with Scope
Manufacturer: Gustav genschow & co.
Model: Double
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 375 Express
Barrel: 25 5/8 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1628
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number: 
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:
OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.
WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN
Description:
Manufactured in 1928 likely by the firm of Bernhard Merkel. Attractive scroll engraving on the action and triggerguard. The barrel markings are written in English (including the load data for .375 Nitro Express) and the lack of British proofs indicate this rifle was built for the American market. With a Leupold Vari-X II 1-4x scope and a chamber cast. 14 1/4" LOP.
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