^Lot 4543 CHIAPPA / TAYLOR'S & CO. MODEL 1886 RIDGE RUNNER

LEVER ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. 45-70. S# CFIT22N00396. Bbl 18 1/2". Model 1886 Ridge Runner lever action takedown rifle manufactured by Chiappa Firearms in Italy and imported/retailed by Taylor's & Co. in Winchester, VA. The left side of the barrel is stamped with Chiappa's manufacturer information above the caliber designation, with Taylor's & Co.'s importer information on the right. The left side of the receiver is laser engraved with a light scene of a mountain above "Ridge Runner". Metal components exhibit a matte chrome finish. Straight grip stock and handguard are comprised of black rubber coated walnut. Octagonal barrel terminates in a 6 3/8" rounded section and is fitted with a threaded muzzle brake. Red fiber optic blade front sight with aperture rear sight. Top of barrel is mounted with a black anodized aluminum picatinny rail. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching retailer box containing factory paperwork. CONDITION: near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their matte chrome finish overall. Brilliant mirror bore, exhibiting factory grease and well defined rifling throughout. Rubberized walnut furniture is excellent. Box shows some mild exterior wear, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Gun Sport Ltd. owned by Jon R. Thomas. (23-3166/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.