Lot Essay
The makers have kindly confirmed that the rifle was completed in 1899
Details
A MANNLICHER STEYR .256 SMOOTH OVAL-BORE SPORTING RIFLE BY C. LANCASTER, NO. 8432/B2844
The receiver dated '1899', blued finish, highly-figured stock with butt-plate, the barrel with block-mounted open-sights
Weight 7lb. 4oz., 14¼in. pull, 26in. barrel, nitro proof
The receiver dated '1899', blued finish, highly-figured stock with butt-plate, the barrel with block-mounted open-sights
Weight 7lb. 4oz., 14¼in. pull, 26in. barrel, nitro proof
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.