Vintage FN Model 57 Mauser-Action .243 Winchester Deluxe Grade

Firearm is very good to excellent condition, bluing is in 100% on barrel and action. A few light handling marks on finish of stock throughout. Bore is very bright with strong rifling. Pictures are of exact firearm you will receive! FN offered their actions and barrels to several companies for resale back in the 1950's to 1960"s, Colt, Browning and Husqvarna just to name a few. This particular model is Marked as an FN. Built on a Mauser action, this was a gun designed for the commercial hunting market and features a modified action that does not accept stripper clips, a "leaf" style safety and a floor plate that drops out the bottom. Make: Fabrique Nationale D’Armes De Guerre Herstal Belgique Serial Number: 38615 Era: 1950’s-1960"s Caliber: .243 Winchester Action Type: Bolt Action Internal Magazine Markings: The stock is stamped on the forearm, under the barrel, “38615”. The bolt handle is marked “38615”. The reciever and barrel on the right side are also marked “38615”. This rifle has all matching serial numbered parts. The right side of the barrel is also marked “MADE IN BELGIUM”. The left side off the barrel is marked “CAL .243” and has Belgium proof marks. The left side of the receiver is marked “FAB. NAT. D’ARMES DE GUERRE HERSTAL-BELGIQUE”. Barrel Length: 24” This rifle is mounted with a front bead in a ring. The receiver is drilled and tapped from the factory, for scope mounts. From what we have found on this rifle it was not shipped with the rear leaf sight. Stock: The stock is a dark stained European Walnut with raised cheek piece and checkering on the pistol grip and forend. Please feel free to contact with any questions or interest, Shipping to lower 48 only, Shipping $30.00 KNOW YOUR LOCAL AND STATE LAWS!!