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LOT 1377
Desirable World War II J.P. Sauer & Sohn Luftwaffe Issue Survival M30 Drilling with Case and
Accessories - Serial no. 336451, 12/9.3x74R gauge, 25 1/2 inch solid rib bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut
stock. Manufactured by Sauer & Son on contract for the Luftwaffe, the M30 Drilling was a commercial grade
hunting weapon that could be stowed aboard bombers and other large aircraft in a specially prepared case,
and used to forage local game if the crew had to wait a long time for rescue after “ditching” on land. At least in
theory, the dual shotgun barrels and single rifle barrel gave the ability to address nearly any game animal that
may be reasonably encountered, from small birds up to large herbivores. Blued “KRUPP-LAUFSTAHL” barrels, with
a fixed bead sight at the front, a flip-up rear rifle sight controlled by the selector switch, light decorative band
and checkerboard engraving at the rear and on the lug, and appropriate German proofmarks. Light scrollwork
is present on the casehardened frame, with three indicator pins, barrel selector and “W.St” on the upper tang,
Greener-style safety on the left, and dual triggers with a single set front trigger. Fine checkering is present on the
splinter forearm and pistol grip stock, the latter showing a lightly engraved casehardened gripcap, right handed
cheek rest, a “Luftwaffe eagle” stamp on the right side, and a serrated buttplate with “SuS” monogram. Length of
pull is 14 inches. Included with the lot is a gray painted aluminum transport case with appropriate stenciling on
the lid, containing a manual, three-piece cleaning rod, leather sling, and a box of Hirtenberger 9.3x74R cartridges
(19/20 rounds present).
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall. The barrels retain 95% plus original high polish blue finish, showing some
light handling marks and a small amount of spotting. The forward lower frame has turned a mixed brown and
gray patina, with 85% original case colors visible around and on the triggerguard and in the protected area
behind the recoil shields. Minor chipping is visible on the buttstock on the left side near the toe, with some light
scratches and dents on the otherwise very fine wood. Mechanically excellent. The fine case shows minor scuffs
and dings, with some areas of exposed aluminum touched up with protective varnish.
Estimate: 18,000 - 27,500