Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this rare pre-WWII German target rifle for a penny-start auction, this is a Walther Model 2 Bolt-Action Target Rifle in .22 LR w/ Crown/N Nitro Proofs.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Carl Walther Waffenfabrik - Zella-Mehlis, Thuringia, Germany
Model: Model 2 Bolt-Action Repeating Target Rifle (Modell 2)
Serial: 46932
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1920s - 1930s (Pre-1940 Zella-Mehlis Commercial Production)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR Rimfire)
Finish: Original Factory High-Luster German Commercial Blued Steel
Barrel Length: 24.5" Heavy Ordnance Steel Target Barrel
Optics/Sights: Ramp-Mounted Front Post Sight w/ Tangent Target Rear Sight (Graduated 25 to 200 Meters)
Stock/Grips: Select European Walnut Target Stock w/ Hand-Checkered Pistol Grip, Schnabel Forend, Finger Grooves, Rear Sling Swivel, and Original Steel Buttplate
Action: Dual-Function Bolt-Action / Automatic Ejection Mechanism w/ Turn-Down Bolt Handle, Flag Safety, Adjustable Match Trigger, and Detachable Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Top of receiver ring deeply roll-stamped w/ banner logo above "Waffenfabrik Walther Zella-Mehlis (Thür.)"; trigger guard frame stamped serial "46932"; left barrel shank stamped w/ early pre-war German "Crown over N" commercial nitro proofs, "Nitro" script, and caliber designation "5,4 mm".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Produced during the golden era of German commercial gunmaking at Carl Walther's historic facility in Zella-Mehlis, Thuringia, the Walther Model 2 stands as one of the most innovative and sought-after pre-WWII smallbore rifles ever engineered. Renowned for its unique convertible operating design, the Model 2 was built to function both as a conventional manual turn-bolt repeater and as a blowback semi-automatic sporting rifle—allowing marksmen to toggle function depending on target requirements or cartridge velocity. Crafted w/ hand-fitted precision, a 24.5-inch heavy target barrel, an adjustable match trigger, and a select European walnut stock w/ Schnabel forend and checkered pistol grip, the Model 2 showcased Walther's legendary commercial bluing and mechanical artistry. Bearing classic pre-war "Crown/N" German commercial nitro proofs, surviving original Walther Zella-Mehlis target rifles hold premier status among fine arms collectors and European rimfire purists.
This specific example is an extraordinary, museum-grade pre-war Walther Model 2 target rifle manufactured in Zella-Mehlis, bearing serial number 46932. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, it features a 24.5-inch heavy target barrel, ramped front blade sight, 200-meter tangent rear sight, hand-checkered walnut stock w/ Schnabel forend, and its original detachable box magazine. Presenting magnificent aesthetic preservation, the factory high-luster commercial blued finish displays rich, mirror-like depth w/ sharp "WALTHER" banner crest, Zella-Mehlis roll-marks, and crisp "Crown/N" nitro proofs across the steel receiver and barrel shank. Mechanically, the action cycles w/ fluid precision, the safety mechanism engages crisply, and the 24.5-inch .22 LR bore remains mirror-bright w/ sharp, pristine rifling throughout. Offered complete w/ its original factory detachable box magazine, this pre-war Walther Model 2 represents an unrepeatable centerpiece acquisition for European fine arms purists and rimfire connoisseurs.
Contents:
Model: Model 2 Bolt-Action Repeating Target Rifle (Modell 2)
Serial: 46932
Date of Manufacture: Circa 1920s - 1930s (Pre-1940 Zella-Mehlis Commercial Production)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR Rimfire)
Finish: Original Factory High-Luster German Commercial Blued Steel
Barrel Length: 24.5" Heavy Ordnance Steel Target Barrel
Optics/Sights: Ramp-Mounted Front Post Sight w/ Tangent Target Rear Sight (Graduated 25 to 200 Meters)
Stock/Grips: Select European Walnut Target Stock w/ Hand-Checkered Pistol Grip, Schnabel Forend, Finger Grooves, Rear Sling Swivel, and Original Steel Buttplate
Action: Dual-Function Bolt-Action / Automatic Ejection Mechanism w/ Turn-Down Bolt Handle, Flag Safety, Adjustable Match Trigger, and Detachable Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Top of receiver ring deeply roll-stamped w/ banner logo above "Waffenfabrik Walther Zella-Mehlis (Thür.)"; trigger guard frame stamped serial "46932"; left barrel shank stamped w/ early pre-war German "Crown over N" commercial nitro proofs, "Nitro" script, and caliber designation "5,4 mm".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Produced during the golden era of German commercial gunmaking at Carl Walther's historic facility in Zella-Mehlis, Thuringia, the Walther Model 2 stands as one of the most innovative and sought-after pre-WWII smallbore rifles ever engineered. Renowned for its unique convertible operating design, the Model 2 was built to function both as a conventional manual turn-bolt repeater and as a blowback semi-automatic sporting rifle—allowing marksmen to toggle function depending on target requirements or cartridge velocity. Crafted w/ hand-fitted precision, a 24.5-inch heavy target barrel, an adjustable match trigger, and a select European walnut stock w/ Schnabel forend and checkered pistol grip, the Model 2 showcased Walther's legendary commercial bluing and mechanical artistry. Bearing classic pre-war "Crown/N" German commercial nitro proofs, surviving original Walther Zella-Mehlis target rifles hold premier status among fine arms collectors and European rimfire purists.
This specific example is an extraordinary, museum-grade pre-war Walther Model 2 target rifle manufactured in Zella-Mehlis, bearing serial number 46932. Chambered in .22 Long Rifle, it features a 24.5-inch heavy target barrel, ramped front blade sight, 200-meter tangent rear sight, hand-checkered walnut stock w/ Schnabel forend, and its original detachable box magazine. Presenting magnificent aesthetic preservation, the factory high-luster commercial blued finish displays rich, mirror-like depth w/ sharp "WALTHER" banner crest, Zella-Mehlis roll-marks, and crisp "Crown/N" nitro proofs across the steel receiver and barrel shank. Mechanically, the action cycles w/ fluid precision, the safety mechanism engages crisply, and the 24.5-inch .22 LR bore remains mirror-bright w/ sharp, pristine rifling throughout. Offered complete w/ its original factory detachable box magazine, this pre-war Walther Model 2 represents an unrepeatable centerpiece acquisition for European fine arms purists and rimfire connoisseurs.
Contents:
(1) Factory Original .22 LR Detachable Box Magazine.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1204248144 |
BidPrice: |
0.51 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-27 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
0.51 |
