Drilling, J.P. Bauer & Sohn A. G. for sale

Guns International #: 103540929 | Seller's Inventory #: D75716

Categories: Drilling & Combination Guns | Rifles - German & Austrian Sporting

Categories:
Drilling & Combination Guns | Rifles - German & Austrian Sporting

Drilling, J.P. Bauer & Sohn A. G.

Description:
A J.P. Sauer & Sohn drilling (16 gauge over 7x57R rifle) made in Eckernförde, West Germany, with Laufstahl (barrel steel) is a high-quality, desirable European combination gun. Exceptional condition, engraving,
Key Value Factors for Your Sauer Drilling:

Manufacturer: J.P. Sauer & Sohn is a premier German gunmaker, and guns marked "Eckernförde" (Post-WWII, West Germany) are highly regarded, often featuring excellent finish and craftsmanship. Drilling rifles (combination guns) produced in the 1950s, particularly those from high-end German manufacturers like Merkel and J.P. Sauer & Sohn, were hand-engraved as part of their traditional manufacturing process. While post-war production in the 1950s was geared toward rebuilding, the tradition of hand-engraving was maintained for these high-quality, versatile hunting guns. The hand engraving alone today would be in excess of $3000.
Action/Features: Most Sauer drillings of this type feature a boxlock action, Greener crossbolt, double triggers (often with a set trigger for the rifle), and cocking indicators.
Caliber/Gauge: The 16 gauge x 7x57R (rimmed) is a very popular, usable combination for European hunting, making it more desirable than some of the more obscure older calibers. Ammo is available often less expensive than today's modern calibers.
Condition: Excellent condition with animal seen engraving a significant add to the price. Wild bore on the right side and bull elk on the left side. Both in wildlife sceens and beautiful engraving captures the essence a time lost for most of us that we can only with what it would be like to live in those times when elegance was an expectation. Also note that this was appraised 15 years ago at $3000

Important Notes:

"Laufstahl" simply means "barrel steel." While it ensures quality, it is not a specific model name, but rather a standard material description.
Based on J.P. Sauer & Sohn manufacturing records and historical proof mark standards, a drilling with serial number 655364 was likely manufactured between 1960 and 1965. My estimation is this was manufactured in March of 1964
Identification Methods
For J.P. Sauer firearms, serial numbers alone are often insufficient for an exact date, but the following physical markings on your gun will provide the definitive answer:
Proof House Date Codes: Look at the barrel flats (the flat underside of the barrels where they meet the receiver). Most Sauer drillings from this era are stamped with a 3 or 4-digit code:
- 3-digit code: For example, "262" would mean February 1962.
- 4-digit code: For example, "1064" would mean October 1964.
Proof Marks: Check for a stamped Eagle over N or Eagle over U. These marks changed styles significantly over time, with the post-war "Eagle N" being standard for guns proofed in Eckernförde after 1951.
Series Correlation: Serial numbers in the 300,000 range are documented from 1961, while the 600,000+ range typically aligns with production in the early-to-mid 1960s.
Please not this gun is exception and I have fired it. I have a clover leaf three shot groum target with iron sights at 50 yards off of a bench at my club. I don't think I could shoot better with any rifle made to day.

Rifle Caliber: 7x57mmR
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: Drilling, J.P. Bauer & Sohn A. G.
Serial Number: 655364

Price: $2,799.00

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