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Newton Arms Bolt Action Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Newton Arms Bolt Action Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Newton Arms Bolt Action Rifle, #3685, .30 Newton cal., 24'' barrel, blue finish, checkered Schnauble walnut stock, original steel buttplate with widow's peak, double set triggers, steel grip cap, hinged floorplate, military type rear sling swivel, with Lyman striker mounted peep sight. Top of barrel marked ''Newton Arms Co., Inc./Buffalo, N.Y.''. Charles Newton was known as the ''father of high velocity'', and his technology spread across the world to every producer of high-powered sporting rifles within a short period of time. It is interesting to note that any manufacturer who adopted his techniques did so without crediting Newton. Of the approx. 3000 rifles mfg'd in Buffalo, NY, approx. 18% were in .30 Newton. With WWI era Model 1907 sling. Condition is very good retaining 95% thinning blue with most of the losses in actioning areas. Standard rear sight has been removed from its dovetail. Stock with scuffs, scratches, and some oil darkening near metal surfaces. Action is smooth, bore is very good and should clean. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (C&R)