^Lot 68 Franz Hardt Single Shot Schuetzen Rifle

Franz Hardt Single Shot Schuetzen Rifle, #28331, 8.15x46Rmm cal., 31'' octagonal blue barrel, case hardened frame, lever, and buttplate; checkered cheekpiece walnut stock and handguard, with large Schuetzen style peep sight and double set trigger. Condition is fine retaining approx. 94% original blue; case hardened finish has thinned to 85%, with light general micro-scratching overall. Top portion of barrel with surface dent between forward portion of receiver and rear barrel sight (does not effect bore). Stock shows handling and field use. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Seldom seen with original tang sight. Est.: $2,500-$4,000. (C&R)