SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF CAPE GUN - 8 X 57R / 20 GAUGE

Description:

SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF CAPE GUN – 8x57JR (.318) / 20 Gauge – Hensoldt Scope – Made in Suhl, Germany (1930)
Exceptional pre-war German combination gun from Sempert & Krieghoff, built in 1930 in Suhl, Germany and configured as a classic Cape Gun with rifle and shotgun barrels in one elegant sporting package. This is a highly refined full sidelock gun with traditional German craftsmanship throughout and retains numerous premium features rarely found together.
Beautifully finished with scroll and game scene engraving, lever side safety, and a robust double underbite lockup with Greener-style third fastener for secure barrel engagement. Additional details include sideclips, horn trigger guard, horn forend tip, ebony grip cap, and a well-shaped cheekpiece with shadow line.
The gun is fitted with the desirable factory scope mounting system and includes a Hensoldt Wetzlar Dural Dialytan scope. Reticle consists of two heavy horizontal bars and a single heavy vertical post (not touching) for fast acquisition in hunting conditions.
Configuration & Specifications

• Maker: Sempert & Krieghoff
• Type: Full sidelock Cape Gun / Combination Gun
• Made: 1930 – Suhl, Germany
• Rifle Barrel: 8x57JR (.318 bullet diameter) – Krupp Steel
• Shotgun Barrel: 20 Gauge – Rochling Electro Steel
• Chambers: 2 3/4"
• Choke: Full
• Barrel Length: 26"
• Weight: 7 lbs 5 oz (without scope)
• Weight: 8 lbs 1¼ oz (with scope)
• Length of Pull: 13 5/8"
• Sights: One fixed rear sight plus one flip-up rear sight
• Scope: Hensoldt Wetzlar Dural Dialytan
• Bores: Excellent throughout

Also included is one box of Norma 8x57JR (.318) ammunition.
An elegant and practical German sporting arm from one of Suhl’s great makers—well suited for the collector, hunter, or enthusiast of pre-war continental combination guns.
Shipping: $75










 

Rifle Caliber: 8x57mm JR
Shotgun Gauge: 20 Gauge

Price: $3,925.00