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Chapuis Double Rifle – .450/400 Nitro Express | Certified Safari-Ready™ Guns International #: 103501453 Seller's Inventory #: msfa26-012 Category: Chapuis Armes Rifles - Rifles - African Dangerous Game Safari Double Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: MS&FA Company: Mackey Safari & Fine Arms International Member Since: 1/21/24 First Name: Stephen Last Name: Mackey State: Montana Zip: 59754 Country: United States Phone: (406) 988-8531 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 15 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Cash, ACH, Checks, Certified Checks, Credit Cards About Us: Mackey Safari & Fine Arms International offers a carefully selected collection of fine sporting arms chosen for their craftsmanship, aesthetics, and safari readiness. MS&FA was founded to bring together firearms that strike a rare balance—expertly made, visually compelling, and built to be carried into the field. Each piece is evaluated thoughtfully and represented honestly, with an emphasis on condition, function, and readiness. Whether a rifle’s future is on safari, at the range, or in a serious collection, our standard remains the same. We also actively acquire high-quality sporting rifles and curated collections, with a focus on classic safari calibers, fine doubles, and bespoke bolt-action rifles. Discreet inquiries are welcomed. Description: Chapuis Double Rifle – .450/400 Nitro Express Serial No. 59945 | EAW Pivot Mounts | Schmidt & Bender 1.25–4x | Certified Safari-Ready™ Chapuis double rifle chambered in .450/400 Nitro Express, serial number 59945, offered in excellent condition and fully evaluated under our Certified Safari-Ready™ (CSR) protocol. Barrels measure 25.5 inches with rib and express sights. The rifle weighs 11.1 pounds with scope and carries a 15.5-inch length of pull to the front trigger — a well-balanced configuration for the .450/400 NE, offering excellent recoil control while maintaining proper handling dynamics. The rifle displays beautifully figured walnut with strong contrast and depth throughout the buttstock and forend. Wood-to-metal fit is clean and precise, with crisp checkering and tasteful shaping throughout. Notable features include: Coin-finished action with scroll engraving and game scene vignette Double triggers Properly timed ejectors Quarter rib with express sights EAW pivot mounts (professionally installed) Schmidt & Bender 1.25–4x scope with clear, bright optics The EAW pivot system allows rapid optic removal with dependable return-to-zero capability — ideal for dangerous game conditions requiring flexibility between scoped and iron sight use. Mechanical Condition – Certified Safari-Ready™ This rifle has been function tested and evaluated to ensure proper field performance. Action locks up tightly and is fully on face Ejectors are strong and correctly timed Regulation confirmed with factory Hornady ammunition Accurate and properly converging barrels The .450/400 Nitro Express remains one of the most practical and shootable dangerous game cartridges ever developed — offering deep penetration, excellent sectional density, and manageable recoil in a correctly weighted double rifle. Overall, this Chapuis presents as an elegant and functional safari rifle, enhanced with German optics and a proven mounting system. It requires no additional expense to enter the field. Certified Safari-Ready™ This rifle has been evaluated under our Certified Safari-Ready™ protocol. Each Certified Safari-Ready™ double rifle is test-fired to confirm proper barrel regulation, consistent convergence, secure lockup on face, correct ejector timing, safe operation, and practical dangerous-game accuracy. Sights, mounts, and optics—when present—are inspected for correct installation and field suitability. The rifle’s overall configuration is reviewed to ensure it is appropriate for demanding dangerous game conditions. The designation signifies that the rifle has been professionally assessed and prepared for immediate field use. Certified Safari-Ready™ reflects the rifle’s condition and function at the time of evaluation. Video walk-throughs available by appointment for serious inquiries.   SOLD Rifle Caliber: .450/400 Nitro Express Manufacturer: Chapuis Model: Express SxS Serial Number: 59945 Barrel Length: 25.5 Ejectors: Excellent Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Excellent