Guns International #: 102997613
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Guns International #: 102997613
Category - Anschutz Rifles
- Benchrest and Target Rifles - Rimfire
Anschutz X rifle (1607) Coeur de Lion, one of a kind
Description: With original stock, hand stop, and sights. One of a kind airbrushed artwork throughout. The Anschutz X-rifles, an intermediate series between the 1500 and 1700 rifles, were an attempt to reduce lock time, but soon were recognized to be much more accurate than their predecessor, or successor guns. This was attributed to the specific steel used for the barrel and receiver, but investigation of this at a scientific level was limited. As best can be determined at this time, this unusual accuracy was due to two somewhat accidental factors: the specific alloy used for the steel, and somewhat accidental, prolonged cryotreating of the steel after the initial hot hot and cold forming of the metal before it was used for rifle barrels and actions. In essence, the X-guns appear to have been an accidental initial use and success of cryotreatment of barrels and actions. While developed for a faster lock time for the firing pin compared to the prior serieses, this was of no significance in their accuracy or function, and the original or intended design and engineering modifications were of no significant value. The X series rifles are marked as M54, without a specific series number, other than the X serial number. With a 26" supermatch barrel, this gun would fit into the sequence pattern of a 1607, but generally these are only called X-guns, rather than 1607 or 1613 (for the longer barrel version). This one offered is unfired except for the original factory test firing. It is one of a few that were converted to airbrush works of art in Germany. One side has the image of a lion, the other a tiger, with additional wildlife scenes on both sides of the fore grips. The X-guns are uncommon. Those converted to works of art are far more rare, with perhaps a half dozen ever made.. No original paperwork. There are a few minor defects in the paint surface, in the form of mild or slight imperfections from handling at a few edges, and two pressure marks near the tiger face. Any speckling in the images is from illumination and not in the paint surface. There really are no comparable sales to use as a price guide, so offers might be considered (but no trades or exchanges). Rifle Caliber: .22 Long Rifle Manufacturer: Anschutz Model: X-gun 1607 M54 Supermatch Barrel Length: 26 Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Perfect Wood Condition: Perfect Bore Condition: Perfect Stock: custom art Price: $6,000.00 Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102997613
Guns International #: 102997613