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Consecutively Serial Numbered Signed Factory Premier "F " Grade
LOT 529
Magnificent Robert P. Runge Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Premier “F” Grade Remington Model 740 FDL Semi-
Automatic Rifle - Serial no. 57311, 30-06 cal., 22 inch round bbl., blue finish, walnut stock. A product of the Remington Custom Shop, the
Premier Grade represented the top tier of Remington’s factory offerings. Starting with a full top-to-bottom hand fitting of all components
in the firearm, the Premier arm would also receive detailed engraving and top rate gold inlay, in addition to a very fancy walnut stock; the
metal work alone could represent 80 man-hours of work. The receiver coverage is over 95% fine scroll and punch dots with hand-engraved
model markings/serial number, and both sides showing three gold inlaid scene panels. The right side scenes warrant particular note; in
defiance of the typical arrangement of three disconnected scenes, the right panels all share a single background. The left side bears the
initials “RPR” (Robert P. Runge). Checkered, fancy, American walnut stock with hard rubber Remington grip cap, blank inscription panel and
a serrated plastic buttplate. This phenomenal master engraved rifle is consecutively serial numbered to the following lot.
CONDITION: Excellent with 97% plus original blue finish and a few minor handling marks overall. The engraving is all sharply executed
including the fine detail in the background scenes and on the animals. The stock is also excellent with a few light dents, crisp checkering
and fine grain. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 10,000 - 18,000
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