^Lot 232a FN 1949 'Venezuelan FN49' 7mm SN: 7010

Rifle. Semi-Automatic. Venezuelan Military issue. Belgium made. Produced 1948-1961. Gas operated short-stroke piston, tilting bolt. 23.2" barrel, with protected front blade, and tangent rear sights. Muzzle break, and bayonet lug. 10-rd box magazine. Thumb safety on triggerguard. Venezuelan crest on receiver. FN markings on right receiver. Action is crisp/tight. Bore appears excellent/bright. Blued metal finish is about 98%, with some minor scratches/rubs. Wood is good with the usual scratches/dings. Nothing serious. Venezuelan cartouche on right stock. Steel buttplate, A nice one. NRA condition-Very Good. C&R Firearm.