Sale 1987
| Cincinnati
| Cincinnati
Estimate$2,000 – $3,000
.22LR. 28" heavy octagon barrel. SN: R102. Blued and color casehardened finish, case colored steel furniture. highly figured stock and forend. Marked in two lines under the tang sight "BALLARD RIFLE LLC/CODY, WY". Serial number on tang. Vernier tang sight, adjustable globe front sight. Heavy barrel measures 1.05" across the flats at the muzzle. Custom target rifle built on a Remington No 1 Rolling Block action. Small parts and screws fire blued. A really stunning custom target rifle in about "as new" condition that will no doubt be an outstanding shooter.
The Collection of Larry Ness
Excellent. Retains nearly all of the blue and vivid case colors with the most minor fading and some minimal high edge thinning. Mechanically excellent, excellent bright bore. Wood with some minor handling marks.
The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.
Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.
To request further details about this lot, please email conditionreports@freemansauction.com

Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria