We are featuring a very unique stalking rifle in this issue of "On Target". It will be sold In our February 24 Auction (lot 24). These are rare finds and seldom offered at public auction. The overall quality is seldom encountered. Due to its' uniqueness, this item has a lengthy and detailed description.


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August Schuler Stalking Rifle Manufactured in Suhl, Germany in 1929. This is a two barrel set with a 4 Power Oigee of Berlin Scope. The mount has a lever set and works on both barrels. The optics are excellent but the inside of the scope needs to be cleaned.


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The first barrel is 5.3mm x 35 and has a full length raised rib and open front sight. The serial number on the barrel is 25530 as is the serial number on the action. The bore is excellent but has some erosion. This barrel is marked Boehler-Antinit with crown K.M.G. proof with the nitro 3 gr. proof and is engraved ½" at the breech. Both barrels are rust blued and retain 95% of their finish.


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The first barrel is 22" in length with a sling swivel attached in front of the forend. The second barrel is 24" in length with a raised rib and open front sight. It is marked 5.4 x 35mm. The bore is mint. This second barrel is also engraved in the manner of the first and the serial number is 342. It is marked Bohler-Antinit with the crown K.M.G. proof and the nitro 3 gr. proof. The lug extension on both barrels is fully engraved. This is a non-ejector rifle with double set triggers. The second barrel also has a swivel mounted in front of the forend. The forend is attached by a spring loaded latch. All the iron is engraved with light scroll.

The forend tip is of horn with a small chip missing. The action is case colored with about 40% color remaining. This rifle has a cocking indicator. The action has full coverage floral and scroll that is tastefully done. This rifle has a tang safety that is built into the top of the wrist and is an adjustable peep sight. This peep can be raised and lowered and can be sighted under the scope when mounted. The side panels and the panel behind the cheek piece is deep relief carved and has a fully engraved trap butt. The pistol grip is capped with steel and length of pull is 13". This rifle has extremely fine checkering, about 26 lines to the inch. The butt stock has nicely laid out European walnut with dark marbling.

The firing mechanism does not work on this rifle and needs to be addressed by a professional gunsmith. This rifle comes in a leather bound wood case. The overall condition of this piece is about 90%.

Remember, A serious buyer realizes the importance of seeking a professional when purchasing a gun of this rarity. It pays to hire or deal with a reputable auction gallery or firearms broker.

Good luck buying,
Charley