**Carl Backmund Falling Block Rifle in 7.7x46mm

7.7x46mm. 27.75" barrel length. SN: 1055. Blued metal refinish to the barrel with case colored frame and small parts, horn buttplate and semi pistol grip cap, and set in a walnut semi pistol grip stock with Schnabel forend retained by a wedge pin. Single shot falling block rifle with assisted opening, double set triggers, and a safety to the tang. Maker marks to the octagonal barrel include CARL BACKMUND, to the upper right flat and MUNCHEN to upper left, the latter followed by German firing proof marks. Barrel exhibits German firing proof and caliber markings to below the barrel in addition to a BOHLER STAHL steel maker mark. Light border scroll encloses the frame, while the top of the barrel and frame are matted. The barrel and toe of the stock mount sling loops. Cheek pad to the left comb. Condition of the finish indicates the rifle was restored at some point. Initials R.H. struck into the barrel. {C&R}

From the Collection of Jeffrey W. Sanner

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Very Good as Refinished. Bore is Very Bright with strong rifling throughout. Metal refinish exhibits some faint internal cycling wear. Flanks of the barrel show some pitting below the edges of the handguard that has been filled in with refinish. Wood to metal finish shows some small gaps on the upper edges of the wrist. Wood retains its polished refinish with few scuffs, and a dent to right forend.

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**Carl Backmund Falling Block Rifle in 7.7x46mm

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