Rigby Highland Stalker .275 Rigby, writer rifle, Guns & Ammo provenance, grade five Turkish, 4+1, 14.75 LOP, Mauser 98, case, 98 percent

John Rigby & Co. Highland Stalker .275 Rigby. Made during the first year of production in 2017, featured in the August, 2019 issue of Guns & Ammo Magazine and originating from the collection of Mike Schoby (G&A Publisher), serial 14326 has a 22-inch barrel (1/8 twist) with hooded front sight (adjustable for elevation, brass-beaded blade), barrel-mounted sling swivel stud and an island rear sight assembly (fixed express leaf with gold sighting line regulated for 65 yards, express folders marked 150 and 250). Based on a Mauser Model 98 action, features include Niter blue accents (extractor, bolt release spring, follower) straight bolt handle, three-position safety, tuned trigger and an inside-the-guard floorplate release. Finish is a deep rust blue. STOCK: The Grade 5 Turkish walnut blank is shaped classically trim, dressed with partially double-bordered wrap checkering, highlighted by a rounded grip and finished in oil. CAPACITY: Four plus one. ACCURACY: Tested with the open sights, the included factory target shows a 65-yard, 3-shot group measuring .92-inch between centers (Hornady 140-grain ammo). DIMENSIONS: Weight, sans rings, is 8.2 pounds. Length-of-pull is 14.75 inches. CONDITION: The bore is flawless. Metal finish is approximately 98 percent and wood is over 95 percent with some scattered superficial rubbing. INCLUSIONS: The original Rigby hard case, slip, Talley rings (30mm low), test target, manual and SCI membership letter are present. PROVENANCE: A copy of the Guns & Ammo issue featuring this rifle is also included and Mike Schoby will forward a personalized letter to the purchaser. The price is firm and layaway is available. $15,000 plus shipping.