Project Description

!!!!!SOLD!!!!!  This is a set of 4 1/8 scale sterling silver long arms complete with the original display stand.  Included are 1 semi-automatic rifle resembling a Browning, an over/under shotgun, a sisde by side hammer shotgun, and a side by side hammerless shotgun.  Three of the four are marked “.925” in a depressed oval along with “* 175 AR” in a depressed oval.  For whatever reason the 4th one is not marked.  The .925 marking depicts sterling silver composition, the other marks probably identifying the maker.  I was told these were made in Italy, but I can’t verify that.  The rifle measures 5 7/8″ long.  The 3 shotguns all measure about 6 1/8″ long.  Total weight of the 4 is 7.5 ounces.  The rifle has a sliding bolt & the 3 shotguns will break down by pivoting the take down lever.  All look to be jeweler made, cast by the lost wax method.  All 4 pieces have an aged patina, & I’d guess them to be made in the 60’s or 70’s as a nice desk decoration.  They are all in near mint condition as made.  The display stands looks to be walnut & is in near mint condition as well.  All four are nicely detailed with cast in checkering on the stocks.  These are very similar to two pieces I sold about 3 years ago that were made by or for  Abercrombie & Fitch, but those were only 800 fine or coin silver, whereas these are .925 fine or Sterling silver.  The perfect gift for that sportsman or gun collector who has everything!  !!!!!SOLD!!!!!