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Brno/Persian Model 98/29 8mm C04490

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,200.00 USD
Brno/Persian Model 98/29 8mm C04490
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Rifle. Bolt-Action. Manufactured in Czechoslovakia under Military contract for Persia. (Iran) in the 1930's. 29" round barrel with semi-hooded front triangle, and tangent rear sights. "Crowned lion with sword" Persian crest on chamber. Rear sight, stock cartouche, matching serial numbers, and all other markings in Farsi, except the importer serial number on left ring. Smooth, pistol grip stock with grasping grooves. "H" type front barrel band/bayonet lug. Cleaning rod. Stock disc. Bolt, shroud, striker, and buttplate are in the original factory white finish. Persia ordered 180,000 of these rifle from Brno who produced them from 1931-1938 but were unable to complete the order due to Czechoslovakia was overrun by Germany. Very few of these rifles show up in America, especially in this condition. Bore appears excellent/bright, a little dirty. Action is smooth/tight. Blued finish is about 95% with some scratches/rubs. Laminated stock and handguard are very good with numerous minor scratches/dings. Nothing Serious. Vintage British military sling attached. A Rare Rifle. NRA Condition-Very good. C&R firearm.