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LOT 3650
Bottega C. Giovanelli Signed and Engraved Rizzini 28 Gauge Model BR552 Double Barrel Shotgun with Case - Serial no. 94692, 28 gauge, 29 1/4 inch solid rib bbl., blue/casehardened finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 2016. Blued steel barrels with a single steel bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib, 2 3/4
inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and interchangeable choke tubes (improved modified/ full installed). The barrels are numbered “94714” on the right flat. The casehardened sideplated
action displays beautiful extensive floral scroll engraving with “RIZZINI” banners on either side and “BR552” on the underside. The triggerplate is signed “Bottega C. Giovanelli”. The gun features a single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with push-button release and engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with serrated wood buttplate. Includes factory takedown case numbered to the barrels, shipping box, and three extra chokes (cylinder, improved cylinder, and modified). Stock measurements: 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 3/16 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and casehardened finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Top lever does not return to center, otherwise, mechanically excellent. Estimate: 3,500 - 5,000
LOT 3651
Bottega C. Giovanelli Engraved Rizzini 36 Gauge/.410 Bore Model BR550 Round Body Double Barrel Shotgun with Case - Serial no. 92545, 410/36 gauge, 29 1/4 inch solid rib bbl., blue/ coin finish, walnut stock. Blued steel barrels with a single steel bead sight on the smooth matted rib, 2015 dated Italian proofs,
interchangeable chokes (improved modified/full installed), and 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors. Right barrel and flats marked for 36 gauge shells, another designation for .410 bore. The coin finished action displays beautifully cut broad floral scroll with “RIZZINI” banners on either side and is signed “Bottega C. Giovanelli” on the triggerplate. The gun features a single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and
pistol grip stock with serrated wood buttplate. Includes a factory takedown case with three extra choke tubes (cylinder, improved cylinder, and modified). Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .548/.549 inches; 1 5/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 9/16 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs 12 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the wood. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,750 - 4,750
LOT 3652
Factory Engraved Winchester .410 Bore Model 23 Golden Quail Double Barrel Shotgun with Box - Serial no. GQ410- 375E, 410 gauge, 25 1/2 inch solid rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Blued steel barrels with a single white bead sight on the matted solid rib, 3 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, light engraving at the breeches, and modified/full chokes. The coin finished action
show standard Golden Quail engraving and features a single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and straight grip stock with Winchester/Pachmayr recoil pad. Includes original box. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop
at comb, 2 3/16 inch drop at heel, and 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The box is very fine. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,500
LOT 3653 Factory Engraved Armas Garbi Model 101 Hand Detachable Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun - Serial no. 27-03-065-04, 12 gauge, 29 inch solid rib bbl., blue finish. Blued steel barrels with a single steel bead sight on the smooth solid rib, importer mark on left barrel, chambers marked 2 3/4 inches with automatic ejectors, and improved cylinder/modified chokes. The hand detachable sidelock action displays attractive floral scroll engraving and features bushed firing pins, double triggers, and an automatic tang mounted safety. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fitting, including the Anson button style release, and straight grip stock with checkered
bare butt. Includes a generic hard case. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 15 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 15 oz.
CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and 97% original case colors with limited handling evidence. The wood is fine with a series of dings and worn checkering on the butt, a few minor handling marks, and crisp forend and wrist checkering. Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 3654
Factory Engraved Winchester 20 Gauge Model 23 Pigeon Grade XTR Double Barrel Shotgun with Box and Case - Serial no. PWK202926, 20 gauge, 28 inch vent rib bbl., blue/coin finish, walnut stock. Manufactured from 1978 to 1988. Dual white bead sights on the matte vent rib, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, and chokes marked modified/full. The boxlock action displays floral scroll engraving on
all sides and a solitary pigeon on the underside and features a single trigger and tang mounted safety/selector switch. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and round knob pistol grip stock with Winchester/Pachmayr recoil pad. Includes original box and a Winchester takedown case. Stock measurements: 1 7/16 inch drop at comb, 2
7/16 inch drop at heel, and 14 1/16 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes with limited handling evidence and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. The box and case are very good (locking latch absent). Mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,250 - 3,250