herbertnb
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I have an opportunity to buy a custom 98 Mauser in .338 Win Magnum.
The gun belongs to an acquaintance who inherited it and wants to sell it. I haven't heard of this maker and looking for some help on the value. I would like to make an offer but don't want to overpay or at the same time come in way below.
Looking for a fair replacement cost.
Barrel is marked in scroll - D. J. Swann Maker .338 Win Magnum
Fully engraved including scope rings and barrel swing band, gold inlays.
Floor plate is fully engraved with gold inlay of a water buffalo head
The floor plate is signed by the engraver "PJV"
Wood is higher grade walnut than what is normally seen.
Bolt has a white inlay.
I am assuming it was made in Australia because of the water buffalo engraving
My apologies for the quality of photographs, it is tough to photograph black scroll engraving. The engraving looks much better than the photos.
Any help from experienced members on this forum will be highly appreciated.
Thanks
Edited by herbertnb (13/03/17 08:19 AM)
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gryphon
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The good thing is that the rifle has been carried and used and hasnt been just looker.
I thought that Swann retired or perhaps passed away however you can try this below.
P: 03 9431 0323
F: 03 9431 4375
E: dswann@bigpond.net.au
A: 5 Orsova Close Eltham VIC Australia 3095
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DarylS
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Nice rifle that appears to have been hunting.
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Daryl
"a gun without hammers is like a Spaniel without ears" King George V
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Homer
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G'Day Fella's,
Herbertnb, as mentioned above plus this appears to be an Australian collaboration (Swan, Vinicombe).
Also, the initials "PJV" on the latch end of the floor plate, is probably for Phil Vinnicombe (the engraver).
Stock may be Australian grown, English walnut (of Exhibition grade).
Stockmaker, Swann?
Hope that helps
Doh!
Homer
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herbertnb
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Loc: Canada
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Thanks gryphon, Daryl & Homer.
gryphon - I will try and contact the number provided.
Homer - Yes looks like PJV is Phil J Vinnicombe. Came across some other guns at Victoria museum signed PJV and confirmed as engraved by Phil J Vinnicombe.
https://collections.museumvictoria.com.au/items/833486
https://collections.museumvictoria.com.au/items/819968
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