Engraved Krieghoff Model 32 12 GA 32″ IM/IM Over Under Shotgun 1964 C&R
SOLD FOR: $13,001
LSB #: 231219PM009
Make: Krieghoff
Model: 32
Serial Number: 1901
Year of Manufacture: 1964
Caliber: 12 GA 2 3/4″ Shells
Action Type: Over Under Top Break Shotgun with Single Selective Mechanical Trigger and Ejectors
Barrel Length: 32″
Choke: Both Fixed Improved Modified
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a white bead in a base that is fixed to the muzzle. There is a smaller metal midbead on the rib.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece checkered walnut with a capped pistol grip, initial plate, finger groove forend, and monte carlo comb. There are light handling marks present. There are some scattered little nicks, compressions, and some minor handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 15″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad and 14 3/8″ to the wood. The drop at comb measures 1 1/2″, the drop at heel measures 2 1/8″. The basketweave rubber Pachmayr pad has some scattered light wear. The wood to metal fit is tight. There are some gaps between the forend iron and rear of the forend. The stocks rate in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains about 97% of its original metal finish. The balance of finish shows light handling wear with a few scuffs that have lightly thinned the finish. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are sharp. Overall, this shotgun rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lockup has no play. We did not fire this firearm. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic’s check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a leather luggage case, metal snap caps, and a key.
Our Assessment: The Remington 32 was discontinued shortly after WWII and their patents on the design were not renewed. Henrich Krieghoff, having recently escaped Soviet-controlled East Germany had settled in Ulm and started making sporting arms. He was able to receive approval from Remington to utilize their design and the Krieghoff 32 was born! It would go on to be considered one of the finest sporting shotguns available, and with good reason. This one has two barrels and comes with a hard case. This should make a nice all-around sporting gun for the lucky winner. Please see our photos and good luck!
