Voere Model 2185 .308 Winchester 22” Bolt Action Rifle with Scope Rings LS
SOLD FOR: $2,050.00
LSB#: WY250318BR066
Make: Voere Kufstein, Austria
Model: 2185
Serial Number: 000908
Year of Manufacture: Modern Production (Not C&R)
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Action Type: Bolt Action, Detachable Magazine Fed
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “VOERE KUFSTEIN AUSTRIA” and “MOD 2185.” The right side of the barrel is marked with Austrian proof marks, “SDR,” “CAL. .308 WIN. STL -3,” and the serial number “000908.” The chamber area is also proofed and marked “SDR” and “TAI MINOT ND 000908.”
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fiber optic rod housed in a blade mounted on a raised barrel boss. The rear sight has been removed to accommodate an optic, though the dovetail boss for the rear sight remains intact. A set of 1 1/8” scope rings is mounted on the receiver, ready for the optic of your choice.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The rifle is equipped with a classic Mannlicher walnut stock with a straight comb and a cheekpiece. The wood features a lightly varnished finish and checkering at the wrist and forend. The stock shows only minor wear with light scuffs and a few handling marks, rating in about Very Good to Excellent condition. Two sling swivel studs are installed.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One detachable box magazine (not visually confirmed)
Type of Finish: Matte Blued Barrel and Receiver
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and sharp, with minimal fouling and no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains approximately 95%+ of its original finish. There is very light handling wear on the metalwork and minor finish wear at the bolt handle and magazine well. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are clean. The markings are crisp and legible. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent mechanical and Very Good to Excellent cosmetic condition.
Mechanics: The action functions smoothly and locks up tightly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Includes mounted 1 1/8” scope rings.
Our Assessment: The Voere Model 2185, manufactured in Kufstein, Austria, is a high-quality European sporting rifle that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern performance. Chambered in .308 Winchester, this rifle is perfectly suited for both long-range target shooting and large game hunting. With its smooth bolt throw, clean trigger, and detachable magazine system, the 2185 delivers Germanic precision and reliability in a beautifully finished platform.
This example features a fiber optic front sight, clean bore, and is optic-ready with rings already installed. The walnut stock, raised cheekpiece, and crisp Austrian proofed markings make it an elegant and capable rifle for hunters or collectors seeking quality European bolt-action design. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a close look at the condition of this item in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
