Documented, Magnificent, Robert P. Runge Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Premier "F" Grade Remington Model 740 FDL Semi-Automatic Rifle
A documented Remington Custom Shop Premier Grade rifle, this extraordinary factory masterpiece represents the highest tier of Remington craftsmanship, combining full hand fitting, extensive master engraving by Robert P. Runge, gold-inlaid scenes, and extra-fancy walnut. Its documentation in Eugene Myszkowski’s “Remington Autoloading and Pump-Action Rifles” and consecutive serial numbering to the previous lot make it especially compelling for serious Remington collectors.
- Product of the Remington Custom Shop, Remington’s premier in-house custom facility
- Premier Grade configuration, representing the top tier of Remington’s factory offerings
- Built with full top-to-bottom hand fitting of all firearm components
- Premier-grade features include:
- Detailed engraving
- Top-rate gold inlay
- Very fancy walnut stock
- Extensive hand-finished metalwork
- Metalwork alone could represent approximately 80 man-hours of labor, highlighting the level of craftsmanship involved
- Receiver features over 95% coverage of:
- Fine scroll engraving
- Punch-dot background work
- Hand-engraved model markings
- Hand-engraved serial number
- Both sides of the receiver display three gold-inlaid scene panels
- Each side depicts a single unified scene, giving the engraving an unusually cohesive and artistic composition
- Left side of the receiver is signed by Master Engraver Robert P. Runge with his initials “RPR”
- Stock features:
- Checkered extra-fancy pistol grip walnut
- Hard rubber Remington grip cap
- Blank initial shield
- Solid Pachmayr White Line recoil pad
- Included documentation:
- Accompanied by Eugene Myszkowski’s “Remington Autoloading and Pump-Action Rifles”
- The book documents this rifle as an F Grade Model 740 rifle by Robert Runge on page 77
- Described as a stunning master-engraved rifle
- Consecutively serial numbered to the previous lot, enhancing its collector appeal as part of a closely related pair
With its Remington Custom Shop provenance, Premier Grade status, Robert P. Runge signature, gold-inlaid unified scene engraving, published documentation, and consecutive serial-number relationship to the previous lot, this rifle is an exceptional investment-grade Remington collectible.
Excellent plus. The rifle retains 99% plus original blue finish showing the slightest handling marks. The wood is also excellent with a few minor pressure dents. The checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent.
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