*SPECTACULAR SWISS MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE.

SN 27941. Cal. 8.15x46R. Another variant of the Martini action which is quite similar to the Stiegele. It was retailed by Chr. Hoffacher of Munich who was known as a supplier of top-of-the-line firearms and probably was a direct competitor of Stiegele’s. The rifle exhibits just fabulous engraving and carving. Words don’t adequately describe the level of skill exhibited on this rifle. The action is engraved on the left side with a stag in flight, obviously at the end of his tether. On the right side are two boars. More life-like images would be hard to replicate, even with a photograph. The boars look like they could walk off the action’s side. This action has post 1891 proof marks stamped on it and was subject to proof January 1901. The buttstock is totally carved with one side showing a couple in traditional Bavarian dress with a country house in the background. The other side has almost total coverage with an oval with 2 roebucks surrounded by foliate carving by a true master. The rear stock swivel has small ivory inserts in the buttstock surrounding it. The forearm is finely carved in deep relief and has a dog’s head with glass eyes at the front, one of which is missing. Again, the carving is of the very best quality. The bbl is 32-1/4″ long with the top flat fully matted and gold inlays at the muzzle. The design of the fluting is complex and the very best style. The bbl has Hoffacher’s name ornately inlaid in gold and is surrounded by an incredible assortment of figures and scrolls in different colors of gold and platinum. A figure of Diana the Huntress in platinum is also included in the inlays. This is truly an exhibition grade rifle in fine condition. It was owned at one by John Amber, editor of the Gun Digest and was sold at his estate auction. This is another rifle that would be a centerpiece in any collection. PROVENANCE: “Alte Scheibenwaffen” Vol. 2 pgs 216-217; “Classic German Target Arms” pgs. 96-99; The Allen Hallock Schuetzen Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Incredibly fine with a couple of small handling marks on the cheek piece. One of the dogs glass eyes is missing. The bbl blue is almost all there. No apparent chips or major dents found in the stock wood. The front sight on this rifle appears correct but the rear is a replacement of the correct style. The bbl sight is missing. 50900-19 TWR (8,000-12,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 3152

Auction: Firearms - April 2017

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
	3152	$21,850.00	SPECTACULAR SWISS MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE. SN 27941. Cal. 8.15x46R. Another variant of the Martini action which is quite similar to the Stiegele. It was retailed by Chr. Hoffacher of Munich who was known as a supplier of top-of-the-line firearms and probably was a direct competitor of Stiegele’s. The rifle exhibits just fabulous engraving and carving. Words don’t adequately describe the level of skill exhibited on this rifle. The action is engraved on the left side with a stag in flight, obviously at the end of his tether. On the right side are two boars. More life-like images would be hard to replicate, even with a photograph. The boars look like they could walk off the action’s side. This action has post 1891 proof marks stamped on it and was subject to proof January 1901. The buttstock is totally carved with one side showing a couple in traditional Bavarian dress with a country house in the background. The other side has almost total coverage with an oval with 2 roebucks surrounded by foliate carving by a true master. The rear stock swivel has small ivory inserts in the buttstock surrounding it. The forearm is finely carved in deep relief and has a dog’s head with glass eyes at the front, one of which is missing. Again, the carving is of the very best quality. The bbl is 32-1/4″ long with the top flat fully matted and gold inlays at the muzzle. The design of the fluting is complex and the very best style. The bbl has Hoffacher’s name ornately inlaid in gold and is surrounded by an incredible assortment of figures and scrolls in different colors of gold and platinum. A figure of Diana the Huntress in platinum is also included in the inlays. This is truly an exhibition grade rifle in fine condition. It was owned at one by John Amber, editor of the Gun Digest and was sold at his estate auction. This is another rifle that would be a centerpiece in any collection. PROVENANCE: “Alte Scheibenwaffen” Vol. 2 pgs 216-217; “Classic German Target Arms” pgs. 96-99; The Allen Hallock Schuetzen Collection. Special Note:* This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Incredibly fine with a couple of small handling marks on the cheek piece. One of the dogs glass eyes is missing. The bbl blue is almost all there. No apparent chips or major dents found in the stock wood. The front sight on this rifle appears correct but the rear is a replacement of the correct style. The bbl sight is missing. 50900-19 TWR (8,000-12,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 3152 Auction: Firearms - April 2017 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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*SPECTACULAR SWISS MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE.