^Lot 5a Browning Model 71 High Grade .348 Win

SN: 01736PR6R7 Embellished high quality reproduction of the Winchester Model 71 chambered in .348 Winchester. Manufactured in Japan by Miroku circa 1876 with only 3,000 produced in this configuration. Features a blued 24" round barrel, T. Naka signed scroll engraved greyed receiver with gold accented elk & deer game scenes, ramped & hooded blade front sight with bead top, semi-buckhorn adjustable rear sporting sight, 4-round tube magazine, smooth gold trigger, serrated hammer spur, curved finger lever, checkered walnut semi-beavertail forend with high gloss finish, pistol grip shoulder stock with knurled metal buttplate. Includes the original factory cardboard box. Rifle exhibits approximately 98% of it's original finish showing little to no visible wear with a small amount of oxidation/light surface rust observed on the upper tang & barrel. Action is smooth, the bore appears excellent and the glossy wood stocks are near fine with only minor blemishes. Condition is near NRA Very Good in box. ***Modern Firearm***