Of course, condition is everything in such a rifle as this. It appears to be in excellent condition, but the bores must be also in excellent condition for highest value. The caliber is a much sought after caliber in Europe and is now gaining much interest in America. The caliber is fine for African plains game and big European game such as moose. It is not a dangerous game caliber as considered by African PH's, although that caliber has probably been used to kill leopard and lion there. .375 H&H and above size calibers are usually required by African PH's today of their clients for such activity. Or at least is was when I lived there.
The action filing of this rifle makes it more desirable than if it was a square action. If the scope mounts were originally fitted by Holland the value is greater than if not. The non-ejector issue is a matter of choice, and many people like that, but more people like ejectors than do not. Who originally owned the rifle could make it more valuable, if that person was a person of prestige.
It is a beautiful rifle and will bring top money, if the bores are same quality as exterior. If I were you I would take it over to Hartmann & Weiss' shop and ask them what the rifle is worth in Europe.
To my mind it is a $25,000.00 to $50,000.00 rifle as pictured and as qualified above.
Bv
Last edited by bushveld; 10/09/13 11:12 AM.
