Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this RARE and HIGHLY sought after bolt- action rifle today for a penny start auction, this is the Colt Sauer Grand African!
The Colt Sauer Grand African was Distributed by Colt and Made by J. P. Sauer & Sohn in W. Germany! Chambered for the .458 Win. Mag. "Big Five" game rifle cartridge is quite literally the quintessential "elephant gun!"
The Colt Sauer Grand African was Distributed by Colt and Made by J. P. Sauer & Sohn in W. Germany! Chambered for the .458 Win. Mag. "Big Five" game rifle cartridge is quite literally the quintessential "elephant gun!"
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Colt / J.P. Sauer &Sohn
Model: Grand African
Serial: CR22359
Date of Manufacture: 1979 (According to "HK" Date Code)
Caliber: .458 Win. Mag.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Ivory Beaded Blade on Ramp Base Front with Adjustable Williams V Notch Rear and Mounted Scope Based
Stock/Grips: Solid African Bubinga Wood, Cast-Off Monte Carlo Design with Cheekpiece, Contrasting Rosewood Forend Tip and Pistol Grip cap with White Line Spacers and Checkering
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “COLT SAUER / GRAND AFRICAN” and with Colt and Sauer & Sohn logos. The left side of the barrel is marked “458 Win. Mag.” The top of the barrel is marked “COLTS PT F.A. MANUFACTURING CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.” The right side of the receiver is marked "HK" “Eagle / N” German proof, a Kiel (W.German) Proof, and “Made In W. Germany / by “J. P. Sauer & Sohn”. The right side of the barrel is marked with an “Eagle / N” German proof and a Colt “VP” in a triangle proof.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
What happens when you combine two powerhouse firearms names like Colt and J.P Sauer & Sohn? Well, the creation of one of the finest bolt-action hunting rifles is what happens. Yet, Colt Sauer rifles saw a relatively limited run. But why? What should shooters and collectors know, and what are the reasons this “incomparable” rifle flies under the radar today?
The rifle was marketed with a single word – Incomparable. Produced in Germany by J.P. Sauer & Sohn, these high-quality bolt-action rifles were built primarily for the American hunting market at the behest and shared specifications of USA-darling Colt. The rifles were introduced in 1971 and saw a 14-year run, fading away quietly in 1985. Perhaps its closest companion is the Weatherby Mark V line of bolt guns, but most folks who own or shoot both favor the Colt Sauer.
The design was unique to the time. To increase operating speed, a Colt Sauer’s bolt locks up without rotating by utilizing three internally-cammed locking lugs. It is fed by a hefty steel single-stack magazine with the brand and caliber neatly engraved on the face of the follower. Colt Sauers are dressed in a fine American walnut stock with 18-line hand checkering and a high-gloss finish. A rosewood forend and grip cap add intrigue, while the deep bluing is an art to behold.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: Grand African
Serial: CR22359
Date of Manufacture: 1979 (According to "HK" Date Code)
Caliber: .458 Win. Mag.
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 24"
Optics/Sights: Ivory Beaded Blade on Ramp Base Front with Adjustable Williams V Notch Rear and Mounted Scope Based
Stock/Grips: Solid African Bubinga Wood, Cast-Off Monte Carlo Design with Cheekpiece, Contrasting Rosewood Forend Tip and Pistol Grip cap with White Line Spacers and Checkering
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “COLT SAUER / GRAND AFRICAN” and with Colt and Sauer & Sohn logos. The left side of the barrel is marked “458 Win. Mag.” The top of the barrel is marked “COLTS PT F.A. MANUFACTURING CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.” The right side of the receiver is marked "HK" “Eagle / N” German proof, a Kiel (W.German) Proof, and “Made In W. Germany / by “J. P. Sauer & Sohn”. The right side of the barrel is marked with an “Eagle / N” German proof and a Colt “VP” in a triangle proof.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
What happens when you combine two powerhouse firearms names like Colt and J.P Sauer & Sohn? Well, the creation of one of the finest bolt-action hunting rifles is what happens. Yet, Colt Sauer rifles saw a relatively limited run. But why? What should shooters and collectors know, and what are the reasons this “incomparable” rifle flies under the radar today?
The rifle was marketed with a single word – Incomparable. Produced in Germany by J.P. Sauer & Sohn, these high-quality bolt-action rifles were built primarily for the American hunting market at the behest and shared specifications of USA-darling Colt. The rifles were introduced in 1971 and saw a 14-year run, fading away quietly in 1985. Perhaps its closest companion is the Weatherby Mark V line of bolt guns, but most folks who own or shoot both favor the Colt Sauer.
The design was unique to the time. To increase operating speed, a Colt Sauer’s bolt locks up without rotating by utilizing three internally-cammed locking lugs. It is fed by a hefty steel single-stack magazine with the brand and caliber neatly engraved on the face of the follower. Colt Sauers are dressed in a fine American walnut stock with 18-line hand checkering and a high-gloss finish. A rosewood forend and grip cap add intrigue, while the deep bluing is an art to behold.
The rifles were built on four variants. Short actions included .22-250 Rem, .243 Win, and .308 Win. Medium actions housed with longer calibers like .25-06 Rem, .270 Win, and .30-06 Springfield. A magnum action was the basis for big players, including 7mm Rem Mag, .300 Win Mag, and .300 Weatherby Mag. Lastly, the big thumpers – .375 H&H and .458 Win Mag – were built on the safari action.
As far as collectability, a limited number of higher-grade versions with delightful engraving steal the show but are seldom found. Of the “common” production guns, the rifles known to be produced in the lowest numbers are now generally most highly sought, though a handful of collectors seek to build a complete family. While anomalies exist, the shortlist includes .22-250 on the short action, .25-06 on the medium, and .375 H&H on the magnum build. The .458 essentially holds a CLASS OF IT'S OWN, with every model we’ve seen stamped specifically as “Grand African.”
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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