Vette447
(.275 member)
27/02/21 09:19 AM
Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Does anyone have a prewar Rigby Mauser rifle with factory engraving or pics of one? I would love to see some, if so.

ColoradoMatt1
(.300 member)
16/03/21 01:37 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Ron Spomer outdoors has a video on YouTube with a 1938 lightweight 416 that has tasteful engraving. I believe Rigby has this rifle in their collection, and used it for reference in designing their current fair. Joel Dorleac once posted pics of a Rigby 375 that is similarly engraved.

ColoradoMatt1
(.300 member)
16/03/21 01:40 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Dpzi-LdQj7o

93x64mm
(.416 member)
16/03/21 06:50 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Very nice engraving indeed!

Vette447
(.275 member)
08/04/21 12:21 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

I have seen that video. That is a wonderful rifle. It has to be very rare to have one that was factory engraved. Especially considering how rare a prewar 416 Rigby is to start with. I will have to see if I can find some pictures of that Dorleac 350. I knew that had a beautiful 350 but I don't think I have seen the engraved oe.

DarylS
(.700 member)
08/04/21 06:30 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Cool video, however his shooting off the bench, I dislike allowing the forend to bounce. I find at 100meters, in my .375/06IMP, which does not kick as much as this .416, the difference
between hand-held & letting it bounce, is 3 1/2" in group location - vertical dispersion.
This shows that allowing the gun to bounce, caused a 3 1/2" higher vertical impact. This difference would not be noticeable at 50yards, but could make a difference at longer ranges.
That Rigby was a beautiful rifle.


Ahmed577
(.333 member)
08/04/21 09:41 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

I have a 416 bolt rifle built 1926. It is heavily factory engraved and has magnificent wood for the time. It is untouched original. Please forgive me I got rid of its case many years ago. Rigby in London have photos of gun. I am unable to post photos on this site.

Vette447
(.275 member)
08/04/21 11:01 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

That rifle sounds amazing. It must be a real treasured piece. I have been looking for a nice prewar 416 Rigby for some time to no avail. I would love to see pictures of the rifle if they are posted somewhere.

Ahmed577
(.333 member)
09/04/21 09:52 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

I seem to be able to post pictures to emails

264
(.375 member)
09/04/21 12:34 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

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I seem to be able to post pictures to emails



PM sent , re email and Ill post for you cheers Mick


Rothhammer1
(.400 member)
09/04/21 12:41 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

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I seem to be able to post pictures to emails




Try this: http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=321070&an=0&page=0#Post321070


264
(.375 member)
09/04/21 01:23 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Cols Pics- he can fill in the details.












264
(.375 member)
09/04/21 02:28 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

More-










Louis
(.375 member)
09/04/21 04:54 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Really impressive display!
Louis


Vette447
(.275 member)
09/04/21 11:06 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Wow. Those are all treasures. The 416 is my absolute favorite! Thank you for sharing.

Ahmed577
(.333 member)
10/04/21 12:03 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

My 4 Rigby’s are 416, 350 bolts 275 double and 20 bore under lever.HUNTING with them brings me great pleasure. The 275 or 7 mill rigby magnum was brand new when I acquired it. It and the 416 were built in 1926. All guns are in good condition.

DORLEAC
(.333 member)
11/04/21 03:59 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Just for info, my contribution with some bad pictures of original engraved RIGBY double rifles made before WW1.
A .303 Velopex plains game and a .470NE big game, the two express rifles with Blissel third bolt, ejector and Krupp steel chopper lump barrels.

Regards to all.

DORLEAC
www.dorleac-dorleac.com

















93x64mm
(.416 member)
11/04/21 06:57 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Marvellous pieces of art & engineering aren't they!
Ahmed577, you are one lucky bloke indeed, keep up the collecting & hunting, you might uncover a few more treasures yet!


paradox_
(.375 member)
11/04/21 11:13 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Amed577, thank you for sharing those rifles.
The 416 is indeed a very ,very special rifle

Best
Eric


Ahmed577
(.333 member)
11/04/21 04:46 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Will try to get better photos.

NitroXAdministrator
(.700 member)
11/04/21 07:49 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Wow, very nice Joel and Colin.

Thanks for sharing.

PS Colin, one day we will have to get on the phone again together and on the internet at the same time. I will give you a tutorial on posting photos. Hopefully easier here on NE soon.


Ahmed577
(.333 member)
11/04/21 07:57 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Nitro X we need to spend a week or 2 in the NT.

NitroXAdministrator
(.700 member)
11/04/21 08:13 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

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Nitro X we need to spend a week or 2 in the NT.




I agree 1001% !!!!!

Maybe the wu flu gods will allow it this year? I hope!

I have gone into hunting withdrawal with not being in the field enough in recent times ...

As the South Africans say "lets make a plan ..."


264
(.375 member)
11/04/21 09:11 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

More of col's pics- Better pics,









ColoradoMatt1
(.300 member)
12/04/21 11:58 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

That is absolutely lovely!!!

paradox_
(.375 member)
12/04/21 06:56 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Another beaufifully engraved Rigby
My 450/400 31/4BP...almost insignificant besides that 416!.
A nice sister to the 20 Bore of Amed577 though.

Best
Eric

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paradox_
(.375 member)
12/04/21 06:59 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

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Vette447
(.275 member)
13/04/21 12:47 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

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That is absolutely lovely!!!




Yes it is. The finest 416 that I have seen.


Vette447
(.275 member)
13/04/21 12:51 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Those two double rifles are very very nice also. I have one similar to the underlever rising bite. Mine is is .500 BPE.

264
(.375 member)
13/04/21 04:34 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Cols history of 416. This is the prince who owned the 416. I am told it was a gift from king George on his Coronation.
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Ahmed577
(.333 member)
13/04/21 06:20 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Am told gun was gifted as coronation gift by KING GEORGE.

ColoradoMatt1
(.300 member)
19/04/21 02:52 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

I had to look several years back for this post that includes pics of a pre-war square bridge Rigby 375:

http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat....true#Post216636


DORLEAC
(.333 member)
20/04/21 12:08 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Quote:

I had to look several years back for this post that includes pics of a pre-war square bridge Rigby 375:

http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat....true#Post216636




Yes, it's mine.
Will try to post some pictures of the engraving.
It's a .350 Rigby that has been converted by them to .375HH.
Very fine rifle.

DORLEAC
www.dorleac-dorleac.com


ColoradoMatt1
(.300 member)
20/04/21 10:24 PM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

Quote:

Quote:

I had to look several years back for this post that includes pics of a pre-war square bridge Rigby 375:

http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat....true#Post216636




Yes, it's mine.
Will try to post some pictures of the engraving.
It's a .350 Rigby that has been converted by them to .375HH.
Very fine rifle.

DORLEAC
www.dorleac-dorleac.com




Please do, and, if you will, please tell us the barrel length, length of pull and overall weight. Ever since I first saw that post, I’ve been in love with that rifle! The engraving is very nice, but I find the overall form, like most lighter built Rigby’s, to be heavenly! You once posted pics of another incredible Rigby 375 ( http://forums.nitroexpress.com/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=229274&page=0&fpart=1&vc=1 ) that has very similar lines and composition. What, if anything, are the differences between these two lovely rifles? I understand that I’m opening up the discussion beyond the original topic, so I apologize, but these two rifles really fascinate me! Thanks.


pjaln
(.375 member)
13/05/21 06:05 AM
Re: Pre-war Factory Engraved Rigby Mauser Rifles

no doubt the best example in existence ....Paul


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