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1980 Colt Sauer .300 Win Mag West German 24" Barrel Sporting Rifle w/ Box *BEAUTIFUL*
Guns International #: 103654887 Seller's Inventory #: CR6693
Category: Sauer Rifles - Colt Rifles
Seller's Information
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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. It is the buyer's responsibility to know their laws before purchasing. Prices do not include shipping.
Description:
MANUFACTURER: COLT / J.P. SAUER & SOHN
MODEL: COLT SAUER SPORTING RIFLE R8004 – PREMIUM WEST GERMAN COLLECTOR GRADE
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1980
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: WEST GERMANY
SERIAL NUMBER: 6693
ARMORY MARKS: "COLT SAUER SPORTING RIFLE" (COLT-SAUER JOINT VENTURE MARKING), "MADE IN W. GERMANY BY J.P. SAUER & SOHN", COLT MEDALLION, WEST GERMAN PROOF MARKS
CALIBER: .300 WINCHESTER MAGNUM
CAPACITY: 3+1 ROUNDS
BARREL LENGTH: 24.00"
BARREL FEATURES: HAMMER-FORGED SPORTER-CONTOUR
RIFLING: 6-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND RIFLING, SHARP LANDS AND GROOVES
OVERALL LENGTH: 43.75"
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.50"
OPERATING SYSTEM: MULTI-LUG ROTARY BOLT PUSH-FEED SYSTEM
ACTION: BOLT-ACTION
TRIGGER: ADJUSTABLE SINGLE-STAGE TRIGGER
IRON SIGHTS: N/A
OPTIC READY: RECEIVER FITTED WITH FACTORY EUROPEAN-STYLE QUICK-DETACH SCOPE MOUNT BASES; MACHINED-IN FRONT AND REAR MOUNTING PLATFORMS DESIGNED FOR HIGH-END SWING OR CLAW-MOUNT OPTIC SYSTEMS
STOCK: EXCEPTIONALLY FEATHERED & MARBLE-CAKE FIGURED HIGH-GRADE WALNUT MONTE CARLO WITH RAISED COMB, SHARP SKIP-LINE CHECKERING, ROSEWOOD FORE-END TIP, WHITE-LINE SPACERS
GRIP: SHARP CHECKERED PISTOL GRIP WITH CONTRASTING CAP AND WHITE-LINE SPACER
FIREARM FINISH: HIGH-POLISH BLUED STEEL WITH GLOSS-FINISHED PREMIUM WALNUT
CONDITION: NEAR MINT IN ORIGINAL BOX; OUTSTANDING METAL RETENTION, EXCEPTIONAL WOOD, SHARP CHECKERING
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: ORIGINAL FACTORY BOX, WEST GERMAN PRODUCTION, COLLECTOR-GRADE CONDITION, PREMIUM SAUER ACTION, HIGH-POLISH COMMERCIAL BLUE, EXHIBITION-QUALITY WALNUT FIGURE, VENTILATED RECOIL PAD, EARLY COLT-SAUER IMPORT, HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER COLLECTOR MODEL
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE IN ORIGINAL FACTORY COLT SAUER BOX
Few sporting rifles bearing the Colt name can rival the prestige, craftsmanship, and collector appeal of the legendary Colt Sauer Sporting Rifle. Produced during Colt's partnership with the renowned German gunmaker J.P. Sauer & Sohn, these rifles were built to standards rarely seen in factory sporting arms. The result was a rifle that combined Colt's American sporting heritage with some of the finest European engineering and craftsmanship of its era. Today, Colt Sauer rifles are increasingly recognized as hidden gems among serious collectors and knowledgeable hunters alike.
Chambered in the powerful .300 Winchester Magnum and fitted with a 24-inch barrel, this rifle offers the performance expected from one of the most respected magnum hunting cartridges ever developed. The precision-built Sauer action is renowned for its silky-smooth operation, exceptional lockup, and remarkable attention to detail. Whether destined for western elk country, mountain hunts, or simply a place of honor in a serious collection, this rifle possesses the capability and refinement expected of a world-class sporting arm.
The true star of this particular example is its extraordinary walnut stock. Rich color variation, dramatic marble-cake figure, flowing grain patterns, and striking contrast are visible throughout the buttstock and fore-end. Combined with crisp skip-line checkering, elegant Monte Carlo architecture, contrasting appointments, and a beautifully executed finish, this rifle displays the kind of visual presentation more commonly associated with custom-grade sporting rifles than standard production firearms.
Collectors often search for the finest examples available, and this rifle checks every important box. West German manufacture, desirable .300 Winchester Magnum chambering, original factory box, outstanding preservation, and exceptional walnut all combine to create a highly desirable package. The original box alone significantly enhances collectability and demonstrates the care with which this rifle has been preserved over the decades.
As Colt Sauer rifles continue gaining recognition among collectors, premium examples have become increasingly difficult to locate. This is not merely a hunting rifle—it is a showcase of an era when major manufacturers spared little expense in creating truly premium sporting arms. With its remarkable condition, spectacular wood, original box, and legendary Colt-Sauer pedigree, this rifle represents an opportunity to acquire one of the finest examples of a highly respected collector rifle that is certain to draw attention wherever it appears.
***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/FFL IS RECEIVED.
WE SHIP TO ALL 50 US STATES
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PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER’S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD (3% FEE)
*IF PAYING BY CHECK PLEASE MAKE CHECK OUT TO: NATIONAL ARMORY
Layaway is available on purchases of $749.99 and above, see Additional Terms of Sales for details.
PROCEDURES:
IF YOUON A GUN AND DECIDE TO CANCEL YOURWE ARE UNABLE TO DO THAT FOR YOU PER GUN ’S POLICY. IF THE ENDS AND NO OTHER BIDS HAVE COME IN ON THAT GUN AND YOU STILL DO NOT WANT IT YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 20% RESTOCKING FEE
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DISCLAIMER
All pre-owned firearms offered by National Armory are thoroughly inspected by our on-site gunsmith to ensure they are in proper working condition. While test firing may or may not be conducted, all firearms are evaluated for basic function and safety. It is solely the buyer’s responsibility to be familiar with and comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and accessory restrictions, including but not limited to magazine capacity and prohibited features. All sales are final.
Price: $3,049.99
Rifle Caliber: .300 Winchester Magnum
Manufacturer: COLT SAUER
Model: R8004
Serial Number: 6693
Barrel Length: 24
Bore: STRONG
Condition: EXCELLENT
Metal Condition: EXCELLENT
Wood Condition: EXCELLENT
Bore Condition: EXCELLENT
Manufacture Date: 1980