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1925 Franz Schmidt Suhl Germany Drilling 16GA SxS / 8x57JR Krupp Steel BBLs Guns International #: 103651970 Seller's Inventory #: 26559 Category: Shotguns - German - Rifles - German & Austrian Sporting Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: National-Armory Member Since: 5/3/24 State: Pennsylvania Zip: 15108 Country: United States Phone: (724) 457-8060 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 83 Total Number of Listings: 112 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: CREDIT CARD, MONEY ORDER, CASHIER'S CHECK, PERSONAL CHECKS About Us: We are a large online and brick & mortar retailer near Pittsburgh, PA. We deal in new firearms as well as historical, classic, and vintage firearms. Ask us about C&R on applicable items! National Armory follows all local, state, and federal laws. 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Description: MANUFACTURER: FRANZ SCHMIDT  MODEL: WEIMAR ERA SUHL GUILD TYPE: DRILLING GUN YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1925  COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: GERMANY SERIAL NUMBER: 26559  PROOF MARKS: IMPERIAL GERMAN CROWN/U FINAL PROOF, CROWN/N NITRO PROOF, CROWN/G SMOOTHBORE PROOF, CROWN/S SHOTGUN BARREL PROOF – ZELLA-MEHLIS / SUHL PROOF HOUSE MARKINGS CONSISTENT WITH PRE-1939 GERMAN PROOF LAW  BARREL CONFIGURATION: SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN BARRELS OVER SINGLE RIFLE BARREL  SHOTGUN GAUGE: 16 GAUGE  RIFLE CALIBER: 8X57JR RIMMED SPORTING CARTRIDGE CHAMBER LENGTH: 65MM (2.50") SHOTGUN / .318 BORE RIFLE BARREL LENGTH: 26.75"  BARREL FEATURES: MATTED RIB, FILED BARREL FLATS, REGULATED RIFLE BARREL, RIB MARKED “FLUSSTAHL – KRUPP ESSEN”, RETAIL MARKINGS PRESENT  EJECTOR/EXTRACTOR: EXTRACTOR  OVERALL LENGTH: 43.00"   LENGTH OF PULL: 14.00"   OPERATING SYSTEM: BREAK ACTION COMBINATION GUN  ACTION: BOXLOCK DRILLING ACTION WITH SCALLOPED RECEIVER FENCES & GREENER CROSSBOLT LOCKING SYSTEM TRIGGER SYSTEM: DOUBLE TRIGGERS  SELECTOR: TANG-MOUNTED RIFLE / SHOTGUN SELECTOR  OPTIC & MOUNT: 4X GERMAN STALKING SCOPE ON SUHL CLAW MOUNT  IRON SIGHTS: FRONT BLADE WITH FOLDING EXPRESS RIFLE REAR SIGHT  STOCK: EUROPEAN WALNUT WITH CHEEKPIECE AND RAISED SHADOW LINE  GRIP: SEMI-PISTOL GRIP WITH FINE CHECKERING  ENGRAVING: HAND-CUT GERMAN GAME SCENE ENGRAVING WITH ROE DEER AND STAG MOTIFS WITH TRADITIONAL OAK LEAF AND ROSETTE SCROLLWORK  FIREARM FINISH: BLUED BARRELS WITH ENGRAVED STEEL RECEIVER  CONDITION: GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION; METAL RETAINS STRONG ENGRAVING DETAIL AND ORIGINAL PATINA  ADDITIONAL FEATURES: KRUPP FLUID STEEL BARRELS, CARTRIDGE TRAP IN BUTTSTOCK, SUHL PROOFED BARRELS, CLASSIC WEIMAR ERA GERMAN HUNTING CONFIGURATION  WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE, 4X SCOPE ON SUHL CLAW-MOUNTS  The German drilling is widely regarded as the ultimate continental hunting firearm, designed to provide the hunter with maximum versatility in the field. This example, produced by Franz Schmidt during the Weimar-era golden age of German gunmaking, embodies that philosophy perfectly. Built in the Suhl tradition, this elegant combination gun provides both shotgun and rifle capability in a single beautifully crafted firearm. Mechanically, this drilling features the classic German boxlock break-action system with side-by-side 16 gauge shotgun barrels over a centrally positioned rifle barrel chambered in the powerful 8x57JR rimmed sporting cartridge. The firearm operates via double triggers with a tang-mounted selector allowing the shooter to engage the rifle barrel when needed. This arrangement allowed European hunters to instantly transition from bird or hare to larger game such as roe deer or boar without changing firearms. The 16 gauge shotgun barrels offer an excellent balance of weight and pattern performance for upland hunting, while the 8x57JR rifle barrel delivers proven continental big game performance. This combination was one of the most popular drilling configurations throughout Germany and Austria during the interwar period and remains highly sought after among collectors and traditional hunters today. Craftsmanship on this piece is unmistakably German. The receiver is adorned with traditional game scene engraving depicting roe deer and stag motifs surrounded by classic oak leaf scrollwork. The finely shaped walnut stock features a cheekpiece and hand-cut checkering, while the buttstock includes a traditional cartridge trap — a hallmark feature of quality European hunting guns. For collectors of classic European sporting arms, drillings from the Suhl region represent some of the finest examples of practical hunting gunmaking. With its desirable 16 gauge / 8x57JR configuration, Weimar-era manufacture, and traditional claw-mounted optics, this Franz Schmidt drilling represents a highly appealing example of Germany’s legendary combination gun tradition. ***Please see pictures for condition and wear*** SHIPPING INFORMATION: IF THE ITEM YOU PURCHASE IS C&R ELIGIBLE WE WILL ACCEPT A C&R LICENSE WE TRY TO SHIP FIREARMS THE SAME DAY PAYMENT AND FFL IS RECEIVED WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES IF YOU WANT INSURANCE FOR THE FINALAMOUNT PLEASE SELECT “OTHER” PAYMENT OPTIONS: *MONEY ORDER *CERTIFIED CHECK *CASHIER’S CHECK *Credit Card (3% Fee) *IF PAYING BY CHECK PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO NATIONAL ARMORY PROCEDURES: IF YOU CANCEL AAND NO OTHER BIDS ARE RECEIVED YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO A 20% RESTOCKING FEE SALES TAX: PURCHASES ARE SUBJECT TO SALES TAX FROM STATE & LOCAL LAWS: CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS PRIOR TO DISCLAIMER ALL PRE-OWNED FIREARMS ARE INSPECTED FOR BASIC FUNCTION AND SAFETY. BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LEGAL COMPLIANCE. ALL SALES FINAL. Price: $2,449.99 Rifle Caliber: 8x57mm JR Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge Manufacturer: FRANZ SCHMIDT Model: WEIMAR ERA SUHL GUILD Serial Number: 26559 Barrel Length: 26.75 Bore: Strong Condition: Good Metal Condition: Good Wood Condition: Good Bore Condition: Good Manufacture Date: 1925