*◊ FINE AND RARE BERLIN-LUBECKER G41(W) SELF-LOADING RIFLE.

SN 7346c. Cal. 7.92 mm (8 mm Mauser). Very fine Gewehr 41 manufactured in 1943 at Berlin-Lübecker Maschinenfabrik (BLM), Lübeck. The G41(W) operated on the “bang” principle, trapping gas from the muzzle to cycle the action and was developed in answer to German soldier’s pleas from the front for more self-loading rifles. Carl Walther was the principle manufacturer, but when production could not keep up with demand, BLM was added and produced the Walther design on contract. This desirable example is marked “X”, “G.41 duv 43 7346 c” on the left and has rails cut into the receiver for the extremely rare Zf.40 1.5 power scope and straddle mount (not included). This example is all correct and original and all of the rifle’s serial numbers match, to include the muzzle assembly, magazine, bolt group and stock. Most metal components and the stock are marked with “WaA 214”. Comes with very good, serviceable period leather sling and sling buckle as well as an original cleaning rod and sight hood. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% bluing on metal parts. Stock is in like condition, with only minor handling marks and scratches. Missing sliding dust cover (often discarded by troops in the field). Buttplate is marked “bpr” and shows some splotchy patina. Mechanically fine, with tight, crisp mechanism. Bore excellent with strong lands and grooves. 4-53190 DW1 (6,000-7,500) – Lot 1369

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
	1369	$7,475.00	◊ FINE AND RARE BERLIN-LUBECKER G41(W) SELF-LOADING RIFLE. SN 7346c. Cal. 7.92 mm (8 mm Mauser). Very fine Gewehr 41 manufactured in 1943 at Berlin-Lübecker Maschinenfabrik (BLM), Lübeck. The G41(W) operated on the “bang” principle, trapping gas from the muzzle to cycle the action and was developed in answer to German soldier’s pleas from the front for more self-loading rifles. Carl Walther was the principle manufacturer, but when production could not keep up with demand, BLM was added and produced the Walther design on contract. This desirable example is marked “X”, “G.41 duv 43 7346 c” on the left and has rails cut into the receiver for the extremely rare Zf.40 1.5 power scope and straddle mount (not included). This example is all correct and original and all of the rifle’s serial numbers match, to include the muzzle assembly, magazine, bolt group and stock. Most metal components and the stock are marked with “WaA 214”. Comes with very good, serviceable period leather sling and sling buckle as well as an original cleaning rod and sight hood. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% bluing on metal parts. Stock is in like condition, with only minor handling marks and scratches. Missing sliding dust cover (often discarded by troops in the field). Buttplate is marked “bpr” and shows some splotchy patina. Mechanically fine, with tight, crisp mechanism. Bore excellent with strong lands and grooves. 4-53190 DW1 (6,000-7,500) – Lot 1369 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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*◊ FINE AND RARE BERLIN-LUBECKER G41(W) SELF-LOADING RIFLE.