Lot Essay
The Makers have kindly confirmed that the rifle was finished in 1923 for The Lady Ednam and has remained in her family ever since.
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A .250 SPORTING RIFLE BY SAVAGE ARMS CORP., RETAILED BY JOHN RIGBY & CO., NO. 4943
Model 250-3000, modified Mauser pattern action with some scroll engraving on the receiver ring, receiver, bolt and magazine floorplate, blued overall, thumb safety with stalking latch, cocking piece with attached retractable peep sight, the barrel inscribed "shot and sighted by John Rigby & Co. 43 Sackville St. London W.", block-mounted leaf sights and ramp-mounted bead foresight with detachable hood, also with a German "HAWEKA 4x" telescopic sight (no provision for fitment)
Weight 6lb. 5½oz., 14in. stock, 22in. barrels, nitro proof
In its original leather case
Model 250-3000, modified Mauser pattern action with some scroll engraving on the receiver ring, receiver, bolt and magazine floorplate, blued overall, thumb safety with stalking latch, cocking piece with attached retractable peep sight, the barrel inscribed "shot and sighted by John Rigby & Co. 43 Sackville St. London W.", block-mounted leaf sights and ramp-mounted bead foresight with detachable hood, also with a German "HAWEKA 4x" telescopic sight (no provision for fitment)
Weight 6lb. 5½oz., 14in. stock, 22in. barrels, nitro proof
In its original leather case
Special notice
Rifles and Pistols, (red labels) with specific exceptions (blue and yellow labels), require a British Firearms Certificate or Export Licence. All are sold 'as found'.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.