Robert P. Runge Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Premier "F" Grade Remington Model 740 FDL 30-06

Description:
A documented Remington Custom Shop Premier Grade rifle, this extraordinary factory masterpiece represents the highest tier of Remington craftsmanship, combining full hand fitting, extensive master engraving by Robert P. Runge, gold-inlaid scenes, and extra-fancy walnut. Its documentation in Eugene Myszkowski’s “Remington Autoloading and Pump-Action Rifles” and consecutive serial numbering to the previous lot make it especially compelling for serious Remington collectors.

• Product of the Remington Custom Shop, Remington’s premier in-house custom facility
• Premier Grade configuration, representing the top tier of Remington’s factory offerings
• Built with full top-to-bottom hand fitting of all firearm components
• Premier-grade features include:
  • Detailed engraving
  • Top-rate gold inlay
  • Very fancy walnut stock
  • Extensive hand-finished metalwork
• Metalwork alone could represent approximately 80 man-hours of labor, highlighting the level of craftsmanship involved
• Receiver features over 95% coverage of:
  • Fine scroll engraving
  • Punch-dot background work
  • Hand-engraved model markings
  • Hand-engraved serial number
• Both sides of the receiver display three gold-inlaid scene panels
• Each side depicts a single unified scene, giving the engraving an unusually cohesive and artistic composition
• Left side of the receiver is signed by Master Engraver Robert P. Runge with his initials “RPR”
• Stock features:
  • Checkered extra-fancy pistol grip walnut
  • Hard rubber Remington grip cap
  • Blank initial shield
  • Solid Pachmayr White Line recoil pad
• Included documentation:
  • Accompanied by Eugene Myszkowski’s “Remington Autoloading and Pump-Action Rifles”
  • The book documents this rifle as an F Grade Model 740 rifle by Robert Runge on page 77
• Described as a stunning master-engraved rifle
• Consecutively serial numbered to the previous lot, enhancing its collector appeal as part of a closely related pair

With its Remington Custom Shop provenance, Premier Grade status, Robert P. Runge signature, gold-inlaid unified scene engraving, published documentation, and consecutive serial-number relationship to the previous lot, this rifle is an exceptional investment-grade Remington collectible.

Condition

Excellent plus. The rifle retains 99% plus original blue finish showing the slightest handling marks. The wood is also excellent with a few minor pressure dents. The checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent.

Rifle Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Manufacturer: Remington
Model: 740 FDL
Serial Number: 57312
Barrel Length: 22 inch round
Condition: The bore is shiny with crisp rifling.

Price: $16,499.99