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Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:43 am
by 54bullseye
I just bought this from a fellow Great Model 8 member. It's an early model 81 serial # 503 barrel code is "WE" August of 1936 with Krieger conversion. The gun is in 35 Remington caliber. The receiver, barrel and trigger group are all marked with # 503. The stocks with non factory checkering are marked with # 5878 so not original to the gun.
It came with a lot of paperwork, 2 converted magazines marked 503-1 and 503-2 which are a cool addition to the package. It has a detachable weaver mount with a 2 1/2 power BALtur scope by Bausch & Lomb that is very clear and has fine crosshairs. The gun has rugged sling swivels mounted on it and came with a nice sling strap.
It also has a nice carry case with good rugged leather straps and a lockable latch. I think it's a very nice hunting package in a great caliber that someone did a beautiful job putting together !!
Here are a bunch of pictures that I hope you enjoy !! Thanks for looking !! John Taylor
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:47 am
by 54bullseye
more pics
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:47 am
by 54bullseye
more pics
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:48 am
by 54bullseye
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Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:49 am
by 54bullseye
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Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:51 am
by 54bullseye
few more
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 4:52 am
by 54bullseye
last couple. Thanks for looking ! John Taylor
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 7:26 am
by Hardrada55
That is such a wonderful setup. I think this is the second cased Remington Autoloader I've ever seen. This is a magnificent example.
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 8:15 pm
by jack1653
Hey John,
Congratulations on an excellent looking cased rifle. You don’t see a complete set like this very often especially with all the paperwork and extras that came with the rifle. You did very well with this purchase.
Kindest Regards,
Jack
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 8:24 pm
by Ray Newman
Be still my heart!
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2023 9:06 pm
by Hibby83
Beautiful John. That’s a real classy cased setup, with all the accoutrements! I imagine it was quite the labor of love making that happen.
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Sat Aug 05, 2023 11:46 am
by 81police
A rich man's gun in its day. What a beauty!!!!
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Sun Aug 06, 2023 2:34 am
by 54bullseye
Thanks everyone for the compliments !! I thought it was a neat package. I know it's not all a factory correct gun but it was tastefully done. A great hunting set for sure ! Thanks !
John Taylor
Re: Cased set, Early Krieger 81 with extras
Posted: Sat Oct 21, 2023 8:25 am
by Adam Lee
Wow, that is certainly a great looking early 81 regardless of the Krieger conversion - and the scope setup - all as one great package!
I appreciate the inspiration. I have a 1945 Krieger converted 81 that is a pile of loose parts, awaiting resurrection. It is also drilled and tapped for a scope, but I wish it was for the type yours has. Mine is set up for the T-8, drilled lower on the receiver.
Love the gun! Enjoy.