Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-shot falling-block rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the German Max Bieber Kronach Schützen Rifle.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: German Max Bieber Kronach
Model: Falling-Block Schützen Rifle
Serial: No Serial Number
Caliber: 8.15x46R (According to the Owner)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30 5/8" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetailed Ramp Base Front
Stock/Grips: Tyrolian Stock is a Two-Piece Checkered Walnut with a rounded forend, Straight Wrist with Thumb Rest, Cheekpiece Comb, and Crescent Buttplate
Action: Single-Shot, Falling-Block Action
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “GUSS-STAHL” (cast steel) and “8.46.” The left side of the barrel is marked “PRIMA.” The top of the barrel is marked “MAX BIEBER KRONACH.” The right of the receiver features a man's figure depicted in profile, lifting a vessel to his mouth as if drinking, rendered in a stylized, old-world manner. The left side of the receiver features a man's figure in profile, drawn back to strike a gong of sorts, rendered in a stylized, old-world manner. Both sides of the receiver is feature ornate, hand-cut scroll engraving that covers nearly the entire visible surface, executed in a classic European sporting style. Flowing acanthus-type scrolls and leafy tendrils fill the background, creating a dense, balanced pattern that frames the central motif without leaving open space.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This German falling-block Schützen rifle exemplifies the precision-oriented target arms produced in Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period when offhand target shooting was both a competitive sport and a cultural tradition. Built around a strong and inherently accurate falling-block action, the rifle reflects the engineering emphasis placed on consistent lockup and precise alignment. The barrel markings provide important insight into its quality and origin: “GUSS-STAHL” indicates the use of cast steel, a premium material at the time, while the caliber marking “8.46” corresponds to a traditional German target bore. The “PRIMA” marking further denotes a high-grade barrel, suggesting careful selection and finishing intended for competitive accuracy.
Model: Falling-Block Schützen Rifle
Serial: No Serial Number
Caliber: 8.15x46R (According to the Owner)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 30 5/8" Octagon Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetailed Ramp Base Front
Stock/Grips: Tyrolian Stock is a Two-Piece Checkered Walnut with a rounded forend, Straight Wrist with Thumb Rest, Cheekpiece Comb, and Crescent Buttplate
Action: Single-Shot, Falling-Block Action
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “GUSS-STAHL” (cast steel) and “8.46.” The left side of the barrel is marked “PRIMA.” The top of the barrel is marked “MAX BIEBER KRONACH.” The right of the receiver features a man's figure depicted in profile, lifting a vessel to his mouth as if drinking, rendered in a stylized, old-world manner. The left side of the receiver features a man's figure in profile, drawn back to strike a gong of sorts, rendered in a stylized, old-world manner. Both sides of the receiver is feature ornate, hand-cut scroll engraving that covers nearly the entire visible surface, executed in a classic European sporting style. Flowing acanthus-type scrolls and leafy tendrils fill the background, creating a dense, balanced pattern that frames the central motif without leaving open space.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
This German falling-block Schützen rifle exemplifies the precision-oriented target arms produced in Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period when offhand target shooting was both a competitive sport and a cultural tradition. Built around a strong and inherently accurate falling-block action, the rifle reflects the engineering emphasis placed on consistent lockup and precise alignment. The barrel markings provide important insight into its quality and origin: “GUSS-STAHL” indicates the use of cast steel, a premium material at the time, while the caliber marking “8.46” corresponds to a traditional German target bore. The “PRIMA” marking further denotes a high-grade barrel, suggesting careful selection and finishing intended for competitive accuracy.
The top-barrel marking “MAX BIEBER KRONACH” identifies the maker or retailer, linking the rifle to the town of Kronach, a region associated with skilled gunmaking and the sporting arms trade. As was common with Schützen rifles, this example was likely fitted with features such as a heavy barrel, refined trigger system, and a stock designed to support offhand shooting, prioritizing balance and stability. Rifles of this type were often produced in small numbers or as semi-custom pieces, resulting in a high degree of individuality. Today, German falling-block Schützen rifles bearing clear maker and quality markings are highly regarded by collectors, valued for their craftsmanship, historical significance, and their embodiment of the European target-shooting tradition.
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.
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.
Shipping Details
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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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