LSB#: 120320JB09
Make: Loewe Berlin
Model: Model 1894
Serial Number: B1250
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1894, Pre-1898
Action Type: Bolt Action
Markings: The ring shows the Brazilian Crest. The left side of the frame reads “Estados Unidos Do Brazil / Manufactura Loewe Berlim 1894” and “B5549”. There are several other marks and numbers.
Type of Finish: Plum
Finish Originality: Apparently Factory Original
Overall Condition: This frame retains about 65% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows surface marking and thinning throughout. The edges show a few nicks, apparently from storage. The surfaces show some light erosion, mostly on the left side, and the right side of the receiver ring shows one patch of pitting. The Brazilian crest while visible shows some wear on both sides - just offset from center. The markings are clear except for the Crest. Overall, this frame rates in about Good condition.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: These are well made German actions, produced for the Brazilian Military. The frame is pre-1898 and will make the perfect starting point for your next custom rifle. This one doesn’t require an FFL, so get the air conditioning hooked up in your garage, clear the schedule and start your new summer project.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This antique frame can be sold to any adult with proof of age.
Shipping:
UPS Insured shipping will cost $10
Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).
This gun can only be shipped to a verified adult, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your driver’s license with payment; this is for proof of age. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and local laws.
Payment:
Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.
CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).
Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.
Successful Bidder Instructions:
You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.
If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.
Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.
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