Voere Model 2005 Open Bolt Semi Auto Rifle .22 Long Rifle 22″ Germany 1985
SOLD FOR: $1,326.00
LSB#: LSB250726AJ003
Make: Voere Vöhrenbach
Model: 2005
Serial Number: 899082
Year of Manufacture: 1985
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Bolt Action, Magazine Fed
Barrel Length: 22″ (approx.)
Markings: The left side of the barrel is stamped “VOERE VOEHRENBACH GERMANY KAL. .22 LR.” The top/receiver ring is stamped with serial number “899082” and the receiver shows German commercial proofing. The barrel underside is stamped “KDF SEGUIN/TEXAS” and the left barrel flat reads “MOD. 2005.”
Sights / Optics: Hooded post front sight and adjustable tangent rear sight with a sliding elevator graduated to 200 (marked) for typical smallbore sighting distances.
Stock Configuration & Condition: Checkered walnut sporter stock with a modest pistol grip, sling swivels, and clean checkering. The stock shows light handling marks and some edge wear at the butt and forend but is sound with no structural cracks or repairs noted.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original; overall attractive blue with light thinning at high-wear edges. (Estimated ~90% original blue remaining.)
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling but shows light fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: A well-kept example with pleasing cosmetics: crisp checkering, intact blueing in most areas, and only minor handling wear consistent with use and storage. Overall this rifle rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The bolt cycles smoothly, the two-position safety functions as intended, and the trigger breaks cleanly. The rifle comes with one incomplete magazine and the magazine is missing its floor plate. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Magazine / Accessories: One incomplete detachable box magazine (missing floor plate) is included. No other accessories or original case noted.
Our Assessment: Voere of Vöhrenbach produced a line of well-made smallbore sporting rifles that marry German manufacturing finish and fit to the economical versatility of the .22 rimfire. The Model 2005 is a straightforward, well-executed bolt-action trainer/sporter with a tangent rear sight and traditional walnut stock—styling and function that will be familiar to shooters who favor European-made rimfires.
The .22 Long Rifle cartridge is the world’s standard rimfire round—quiet, accurate, and inexpensive—ideal for training, plinking and small-game shooting. With its tidy condition, strong bore, and tidy blueing, this Voere Model 2005 is an attractive, practical example for a collector of Continental rimfires or a shooter seeking a dependable .22 bolt-action. So bid high and bid firm. I encourage you to take a look at the condition of the revolver in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
