Beautifully Engraved Carl Gustafs Mauser 6.5×55 16.5″ Mannlicher Rifle C&R
SOLD FOR: $3,358.33
LSB#: 231108DF004
Make: Carl Gustafs of Sweden
Model: Sporterized Mauser
Serial Number: 52500
Year of Manufacture: 1900-1930s
Caliber: 6.5x55mm (6.5 Swedish)
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine
Barrel Length: 16 1/2”
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into a custom serrated ramped base that is fixed to the barrel. The bead has broken off the front sight. The top of the receiver is installed with a one-piece base and a pair of rings holding a Weaver K2.5 scope. The scope has some scattered little scratches, scuffs, and light scrapes. There are some scattered areas of light oxidation. The scope has a graduated post and crosshair. The glass is clear. The score rates in Very Good condition.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is a custom checkered walnut Mannlicher stock with a steel capped pistol grip, straight comb, cheekpiece, sling studs, and checkered steel buttplate. The grip cap and buttplate each have a hinged door for storage. There is a small loss at the rear of the bottom tang. There are some scattered light handling marks. There are a few little marks through the finish and compressions. The checkering is strong. The LOP measures 13 3/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The plate has some scattered light handling marks. Overall, the stock rates in Fine condition, as not original to the gun.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original to Customization
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There are a few little spots of erosion in the bore. In my opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish as refinished. There are a few little areas of light erosion under the finish. There are a few marks in the metal at the front sight base from when it was installed. There are a few little marks through the finish. There are a few little spots of light discoloration on the bolt. There are some scattered light handling marks. The markings are clear. The screwheads are lightly worn. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: The previously mentioned scope is included.
Our Assessment: This is a beautifully sporterized Carl Gustafs Mauser. The barrel has been cut and recrowned to 16 1/2 inches and set in a custom checkered walnut Mannlicher stock. The stock is wonderfully shaped and has excellent grain. The metal has been given a full coverage scroll engraving and the reprofiled bolt handle has a deeply relief engraved floral motif. The bottom metal has been upgraded with a bust of an ealk on the floorplate and an American pronghorn on the trigger guard, both in gold. This is a well-executed sporter with beautiful features, it looks so nice we wonder why who ever did the work didn’t sign their name!!! This is perfect for adding to a sporting rifle collection but will also be a fun shooter for the 6.5 Swedish with its good bore! Please see our photos and good luck!
Some are hot, some are not, but thankfully most can be shot!
-Red
