Revised: 9/15/2014

We have some added useful information: A Chinese interpreter has translated the inscription on the stock and reads “Sold by Shanghai Telge & Schroeter Co.”

CHINESE-MARKED FULLY MATCHING GEWEHR 71 INFANTRY RIFLE, MADE AT STEYR.

SN 124248. Cal. 11mm. This superb specimen is one of the nicest Gewehr 71 rifles to appear at auction in a long time. All parts are completely matching, including the bolt, bbl, receiver, bbl bands and buttplate. Its receiver is in the white. The bbl is marked “OESTERE.WAFFRGES” which translates as “Austrian Weapons Factory Co.” the famous works, located in Steyr, Austria. Bbl is fully blued & shows minimal wear. Although this rifle has some German inspection & proof marks, it is interesting to note that it lacks the date of issue to troops, which was always stamped on rifles in German service. Chinese marks on the buttstock suggests the possibility that this rifle was manufactured for a foreign customer who desired German inspectors to ensure the quality of their rifles. SN & Imperial inspection marks are present on the bbl flats, left side of the bbl, and right side of the receiver. Bottom edge of the walnut stock has 5 deep clear & crisp German Imperial inspection marks. The most enticing aspect of this rifle is the Chinese text which appears on the right side of the butt, which translates roughly as “Shanghai, Tai Lai, Yam Han, Business Owned”. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Metal parts are excellent, especially for a rifle that was made over 150 years ago. Wood is also exceptional without any significant damage, splits, cracks or missing chips. Surface of the stock is untouched in an orig mellow brown which has few scratches & dings. The Chinese text is particularly crisp & legible. Inspection marks are crisp & legible. The sights are turning brown but are complete, as are the three bbl bands. Every component is present, from swing swivel to band springs. Bore is shiny & strong. Mechanics are excellent. 4-53168 JJW33 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 1356

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1356	$4,312.50	Revised: 9/15/2014 We have some added useful information: A Chinese interpreter has translated the inscription on the stock and reads “Sold by Shanghai Telge & Schroeter Co.” CHINESE-MARKED FULLY MATCHING GEWEHR 71 INFANTRY RIFLE, MADE AT STEYR. SN 124248. Cal. 11mm. This superb specimen is one of the nicest Gewehr 71 rifles to appear at auction in a long time. All parts are completely matching, including the bolt, bbl, receiver, bbl bands and buttplate. Its receiver is in the white. The bbl is marked “OESTERE.WAFFRGES” which translates as “Austrian Weapons Factory Co.” the famous works, located in Steyr, Austria. Bbl is fully blued & shows minimal wear. Although this rifle has some German inspection & proof marks, it is interesting to note that it lacks the date of issue to troops, which was always stamped on rifles in German service. Chinese marks on the buttstock suggests the possibility that this rifle was manufactured for a foreign customer who desired German inspectors to ensure the quality of their rifles. SN & Imperial inspection marks are present on the bbl flats, left side of the bbl, and right side of the receiver. Bottom edge of the walnut stock has 5 deep clear & crisp German Imperial inspection marks. The most enticing aspect of this rifle is the Chinese text which appears on the right side of the butt, which translates roughly as “Shanghai, Tai Lai, Yam Han, Business Owned”. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Metal parts are excellent, especially for a rifle that was made over 150 years ago. Wood is also exceptional without any significant damage, splits, cracks or missing chips. Surface of the stock is untouched in an orig mellow brown which has few scratches & dings. The Chinese text is particularly crisp & legible. Inspection marks are crisp & legible. The sights are turning brown but are complete, as are the three bbl bands. Every component is present, from swing swivel to band springs. Bore is shiny & strong. Mechanics are excellent. 4-53168 JJW33 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 1356 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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CHINESE-MARKED FULLY MATCHING GEWEHR 71 INFANTRY RIFLE, MADE AT STEYR.