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The rifle is fitted with an attractively figured and multi-point checkered semi-beavertail forend with
engraved iron and Rigby patent release. The pistol grip stock is beautifully figured with matching
checkering, teardrop carved drop points, horn grip cap, blank gold inscription oval, rear sling swivel,
and a Pachmayr red rubber recoil pad.
Included is a red baize lined contemporary brass cornered leather flat case with reproduction maker’s
label containing cleaning fluid, “Rangoon” oil, two ebony handled turnscrews, firing pin wrench, funnel,
a set of snap caps, an ebony canister, oiler, an ebony snapping block a fine leather sling, and a full
compliment of cleaning tools.
Length of pull 14 1/4 inches. Weight 14 lbs. 3 oz.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall as professionally restored, retaining 99% black finish with
some plum hue mainly at the breech, 99% vibrant case colors, minor handling evidence, some minor
thin spots in the varnish on the stock, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically
excellent. The case has some water spot staining on the outside and accessories are very fine/excellent.
This is an exceedingly rare rifle from Rigby and one of only a handful produced prior to World War II!
Provenance: The William Feldstein Collection; The Robert M. Lee Collection.
Estimate: 75,000 - 120,000