Make: J.P. Sauer & Sohn for Colt

Model: Colt Sauer Sporting Rifle

Serial Number: CR15960

Year of Manufacture: 1978

Caliber: .375 H&H Magnum

Action Type: Bolt Action with Removable Magazine

Barrel Length: 24”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a checkered ramped base fixed to the barrel, the bead is missing. The base is slotted for a hood that is not present. The rear sight is a U-notch adjustable for windage and elevation in a base screwed to the rear of the barrel. The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped with two-piece bases and 1" rings installed.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece checkered walnut with rosewood nose and grip caps, pistol grip, monte carlo comb with cheekpiece, ventilated black rubber Colt Sauer recoil pad and sling studs front and rear. The grip cap has an inlaid rampant Colt medallion. The stocks has minor handling wear with some scattered small nicks. The checkering is well defined. There are no external cracks, but there is a crack on the inside of the magazine well at the front, visible when the magazine is removed. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the recoil pad. The pad has light wear and remains fairly supple. Overall, the stock is in Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some stubborn copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. There is a patch of light wear on the top of the barrel about mid-way between the nosecap and front sight base. The barrel's finish has a slight plum hue. There are a few minor marks and light tool marks at the stock mounting screws. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads range from sharp to tool marked with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a single 3-round Colt Sauer magazine.

Our Assessment: From 1974 to 1985, Colt contracted J.P. Sauer and Sons to make a high quality bolt action rifle and Sauer came through, manufacturing the Colt Sauer in several action lengths. This is a long action model chambered in .375 H&H Magnum. The unique non rotating bolt makes cycling this rifle smoother than most. Chambered in the popular .375 cartridge, this rifle is suitable for hunting big game in North America. The rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish, a strong bore, and an attractive stock. This will make a great addition to your collection. Please see our photos and good luck!