^Lot 525 Antique French Model 1886 M93 R35 Lebel Bolt Action Rifle

Antique French Model 1886 M93 R35 Lebel Bolt Action Rifle, #84192, 8x50Rmm cal., blued finish, hardwood stock set, block front sight with square-notch, and adjustable folding leaf rear sight with square-notch, graduated to 1000 meters. Includes French tan leather sling, in very good used condition. Left side of the receiver is marked ''MANUFACTURE D'ARMES/Tulle'' and ''MLE 1886 M93 R35''. Right side of the barrel shank is marked ''MAC 1938''. Condition overall is very good, retaining approx. 95% reblued finish, with light wear around the muzzle and to the buttplate. Top of the receiver and barrel have been polished to a bronze color. Wood has been sanded and stained, now in very good condition, with scattered light handling marks and impressions. Action operates smoothly. Bore rates good with clearly defined rifling. Est.: $300-$500. (Antique)