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Antique Single-Shot Martini Type Schuetzen Target Rifle, by Olsen-Maseng of Askim, Norway

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:900.00 USD
Antique Single-Shot Martini Type Schuetzen Target Rifle, by Olsen-Maseng of Askim, Norway
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Antique Single-Shot Martini Type Schuetzen Target Rifle, by Olsen-Maseng of Askim, Norway, NVSN, 8mm CF cal., 29'' deeply-fluted octagonal barrel has hooded Beach front and elevation adjustable sliding-leaf rear sights, silver-inlaid "Olsen-Maseng, Askim" at breech; nickel-plated and engraved receiver has 180-degree lever at right that drops open the case hardened breechblock, right-offset hammer, adjustable single set trigger. Top tang threaded for sight (not present). Finely carved and checkered walnut buttstock and forend have scroll-carved horn trigger guard and Schnabel cap, steel Swiss buttplate having removable ball-tip rod. Condition is fine retaining approx. 80% thinning and toning blue to barrel, 92% original toning and lightly flaking nickel to receiver and trigger guard. Stock is sound and smooth showing sharp checkering and carving, lovely grain, color and satin finish. Action is crisp, bright bore shows light frosting and sharp rifling. An unusual and rare Norwegian-made Schuetzen rifle. Est.: $1,800-$2,400. (Antique)