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Ross Rifle Co. Mark II 3* .303 Brit #14399

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,600.00 USD
Ross Rifle Co. Mark II 3* .303 Brit #14399
WW 1 era Canadian military rifle chambered for the 303 British cartridge. Straight pull. Features a right side mounted lever for depressing the magazine follower, bolt catch lever on rear left side of receiver, and a lever in the triggerguard that retracts the cartridge stop to allow rapid unloading. Barrel length is 28 inches, with hooded blade front, and adjustable ladder rear sights. Sliding trap door in butt; compartment holds a brass oil bottle. Bore is good condition, a bit frosted & dark with strong rifling. Retains 70% coverage of dark blue turning brown in some places with handling losses. Stock is very good with the usual scratches/dings, light coat of varnish. Right buttstock has Quebec cartouche with Canadian proofs, 1909 date, unit markings, "CEF" (Canadian Expeditionary Force ?). Left receiver rail marked "Ross Rifle Co. Quebec, Canada, 1905". Bottom of stock wrist stamped "US" / "M" / "14399". Action is smooth/tight. No import marks observed. Comes with a fair to good condition two hook leather sling, a good condition bayonet with scabbard & fair condition leather frog with waxy white buildup. Condition is NRA Very Good *** C&R Firearm ***