Lot #1550
Lot #1552

Lot 1551: Factory Game Scene Engraved Gustav Kotte Boxlock Drilling

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Lot 1551: Factory Game Scene Engraved Gustav Kotte Boxlock Drilling

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 9, 2023

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400

Factory Game Scene Engraved Gustav Kotte Boxlock Drilling

Manufacturer: German
Model: Drilling
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16/9.3x72R
Barrel: 27 11/16 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1184
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 387
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Beaded blade front and flip-up rear sights on the matted solid rib, side mounted claw mounts over the right barrel, engraving at either shotgun breech, chambers measured 2 9/16 inches with extractor, and chokes measured .026/.032 inches. The casehardened boxlock action displays stag and grouse scenes on the left and roe deer and rabbits on the right surrounded by scroll. The gun features a single cocking indicator, double triggers (front is single set), tang mounted selector, bushed firing pins for the shotguns, and a Greener style safety. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend and pistol grip stock with shadowline cheekpiece, rear sling swivel, and hard rubber grip cap and buttplate. 13 15/16 inch length of pull. Weight 7 lbs. 8 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very good, retaining 80% original blue finish, traces of case colors with the balance grey, mild handling evidence, and some minor spotting in areas. The wood is good with numerous dings and scratches and worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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