#169 • Finely Carved And Engraved Martini Action Schuetzen Rifle

Part of The Ray Howser Firearms Collection, 1931-2026 (timed auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

Starting at $750.00

Status: Available

Live bidding starts Nov 20, 2026 10:00 AM EST

8 x 15 x 46 caliber, 29" octagonal barrel with parallel flutes, NSN. Representing the pinnacle of late 19th century and early 20th century European firearms heritage are the Schuetzen style rifles. These rifles were often built for exhibitions therefore they are highly decorative, carved and engraved. A true form of art and functionality combined.   Front ramp sight to a post with fences on each side. A rear diopter sight a tang sight. The top of the barrel is matted with silver bands. THe top of barrel marked "Rudolf Strum Suhl".   The left side of the frame is beautifully Engraved with an angel and hunter engulfed with vines and leafs. The right side of the frame engraved with hunter and angel. Finely carved forearm with dogs head as a fore end tip.  Finely carved and checkered stock with a hunter on the left side.  Around the checkered stock is cared elaborate vines and leafs.  The breech block is nickel plated retaining all of the finish. The barrel has most of the original blue finish.  The frame has  most of its original finish.  The buttplate and triggerguard retian most of the original finish. The tang sight has all of the bright original blue finish. The bore is excellent.  This is a great example of German gun making and artistry.