Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

December 2,2023: Premier Americana - Day Two

Sat, Dec 2, 2023 09:00AM EST
  • Antique/Curio Firearms & Accessories
Lot 2003

MEXICAN REMINGTON MODEL 1897 ROLLING-BLOCK RIFLE, CAPTURED DURING THE OCCUPATION OF VERACRUZ, MEXICO

Estimate: $400 - $600
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

MEXICAN REMINGTON MODEL 1897 ROLLING-BLOCK RIFLE, CAPTURED DURING THE OCCUPATION OF VERACRUZ, MEXICO, barrel marked "7 M.M - S.M.", right side of receiver marked with a sunburst above "R M" for Republica Mexicana, 5.92 stamped to underside of opposite side, front barrel band marked with M or W, matching 2625 serial number stamped four times, no other markings. Left side of butt stock is hand punched "CAPTURED BY US / SAILORS AT THE / OCCUPATION OF VERA CRUZ, MEX.", and the right side is punched "APRIL, 22 - 1914." Circa 1900. 30" barrel, 45 1/2" LOA. Class: Curio & Relic.
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Condition

Appears to be in very good condition, mechanically operable, crack to top of stock in front of sight and glued linear break behind the sight, scattered marring to stock.
Note: We cannot guarantee the firing condition of any firearm. We strongly encourage successful bidders to have any firearm purchased professionally examined before attempting to fire.

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From the estate of Thomas A. Parker, Charlottesville, VA.