ONE-OF-A-KIND German Parlor Rifle ( 5.2MM )

Updated September 3, 2026

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Lot number370
CategoryFirearms & Militaria
AuctionDiamond K Armory 2nd Anniversary Sportsman Auction
DateSeptember 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseDiamond K Armory
LocationSpringfield, Missouri

The German parlor rifle is a single-shot firearm chambered in 5.2mm and configured with a 27.5-inch barrel. It bears traditional German proof markings including a crown over G, crown over B, and crown over U, consistent with period proof standards used on rifles produced in Germany prior to 1940. The rifle does not display a visible serial number. Its overall design aligns with the parlor or indoor target rifles that were common for low-power, short-range shooting practice during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This rifle is used and exhibits the typical characteristics of a vintage firearm of its type. The long barrel and small-caliber bore indicate a configuration intended for precision at modest distances. The proof marks confirm its German origin and formal proof testing. No additional manufacturer name, date, or model designation is present in the available information, and no mechanical or cosmetic details beyond the proof marks and barrel length are specified. The metal and stock finish details are not described. No accessories, ammunition, or additional components are listed with the rifle. The item is presented as a single firearm consistent with its classification as a curio or relic. No box, documentation, or supplemental parts are indicated as included. The rifle's features and markings provide a straightforward representation of a German-manufactured 5.2mm parlor rifle from the proof-mark era.

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