Stunning Factory Brown Brothers African Game Scene Engraved Hartmann & Weiss .375 H&H Magnum Sidelock Ejector Dangerous Game Double Rifle with Zeiss Scope and Case

A true best-quality modern double rifle, this 1983 London-proofed Hartmann & Weiss combines elite German gunmaking, classic British dangerous-game styling, master engraving, and a complete luxury case outfit—making it an exceptional collector’s rifle as well as a field-ready .375 H&H Magnum.

• Proofed at the London Proof House in 1983, with the 1983-dated London proof marks visible on the barrel flat
• Built by Hartmann & Weiss of Hamburg, Germany
  • Founded in 1965 by Gerhard Hartmann and Otto Weiss
  • Widely respected for uncompromising fine guns and rifles
• Chambered for the venerable .375 Holland & Holland Magnum
  • One of the most respected dangerous-game cartridges in the world
  • Capable of taking virtually any game with proper bullet selection
  • Highly desirable chambering for collectors and hunters alike
• Blued steel chopperlump barrels—an elite, traditional barrel construction associated with best-quality double rifles
• Barrel and sight features include:
  • Blade front sight
  • Holland & Holland-style flip-up moon sight for low-light use
  • Front sling swivel
  • Chambers with automatic ejectors
  • Gold-centerlined two-leaf rear sight
    • One standing leaf
    • One folding leaf
    • Regulated for 100 and 200 yards
  • Quick-detach claw scope mounts
  • Rear claw mount built into the raised spear-point rear quarter rib
  • Zeiss Diavari-D 1.5-6x scope mounted in the claw mounts
• Top rib details:
  • Sunken portion signed: “HARTMANN & WEISS – HAMBURG & GERMANY”
  • Raised rear quarter rib with beautifully cut oak leaf and scroll engraving
  • Matching scrollwork wedges extending 1 1/4 inches forward from each breech
• Brushed bright-finished Holland & Holland-style “serpentine” bolstered sidelock backaction
  • Hidden third fastener for added strength and classic best-gun construction
  • Clipped fences carved in an oak leaf and acorn pattern
  • Oak leaf scroll engraving matching the barrel engraving
  • “HARTMANN & WEISS” signature banners on both sides of the action bar
  • Engraving continues onto the front of the lockplate arm
• Extraordinary game-scene engraving adds major collector appeal:
  • Left lockplate: highly detailed bulino scene of a lion, lioness, and cub on alert as a family unit
  • Right lockplate: bulino scene of a leopard perched on a tree branch
  • Action underside/guard area: Cape buffalo bull standing in tall grass, staring directly at the observer, evoking Robert Ruark’s famous “as if he owed him money” description
• Engraving extends from the action onto:
  • Top lever
  • Trigger guard
  • Extended upper tang
  • Extended lower tang
• Serial number is inlaid in fine gold on the lower tang
• Engraving is signed “A. M. Brown” on both lockplates by legendary English Master Engraver Alan Brown
  • While Paul Brown’s signature is not present, the original description notes it is safe to assume his brother Paul also had a hand in engraving this masterpiece
• Mechanical and handling features:
  • Bushed firing pins
  • Double triggers
  • Right-hand rolled trigger guard, shaped for right-handed use
  • Gold-centerlined cocking indicators on both lockplates
  • Tang-mounted automatic safety
• Splinter forend is beautifully finished and highly figured:
  • Double-line bordered multi-point checkering
  • Brushed bright forend iron
  • Forend iron engraved to match the action
  • Anson button push-rod release
• Pistol grip stock is even more richly figured and fitted with high-grade details:
  • Matching double-line bordered multi-point checkering
  • Teardrop-carved drop points
  • Brushed bright, matching engraved trapdoor grip cap
  • Shadowline cheekpiece
  • Blank gold inscription oval
  • Rear sling swivel
  • Leather-covered recoil pad
• Includes a highly attractive oak-bodied takedown case:
  • Bound in black buffalo leather
  • Nickel fittings
  • Gold thread detailing
  • Lined in blue baize
  • Hartmann & Weiss trade label
• Case accessories include:
  • Set of three horn-handled turnscrews
  • Nickel oiler with horn accents
  • Nickel canister with horn accents
  • Horn-handled two-piece cleaning rod
  • Horn decocking block
  • Pair of snap caps
• Length of pull: 14 13/16 inches
• Weight: 10 lbs. 9 oz.

With its desirable .375 H&H Magnum chambering, London proof, Zeiss optics, Hartmann & Weiss craftsmanship, Alan Brown-signed engraving, and complete luxury case accessories, this is a standout double rifle for the collector who values rarity, artistry, provenance, and genuine dangerous-game heritage.