Mark X Rifle Appraisal

Interarms Mark X Bolt-Action Rifle chambered in .240 Weatherby Magnum

This is a high-quality bolt-action sporting rifle based on the commercial Mauser 98 action. The rifle features a deep, high-polish blued finish on the barrel and receiver, which displays a distinct cobalt blue hue under direct light. The barrel is clearly stamped '.240 WEATHERBY MAG', indicating it is chambered for a high-velocity flat-shooting cartridge. The receiver bridge is marked 'MARK X' and the side rail is roll-stamped with 'ALEXANDRIA INTERARMS VIRGINIA' alongside the star logo. The firearm is mounted in a premium wooden stock, likely exhibition-grade Turkish or French walnut, characterized by intense 'tiger-stripe' figure and fiddleback grain patterns throughout the forend. The stock has a high-gloss finish. Metalwork appears excellent with minimal thinning of the bluing. The wood shows some minor superficial handling marks and light indentations near the receiver line, typical of field use. An optics system is installed consisting of a Steiner telescopic sight secured by robust black anodized scope rings and a one-piece mounting base. The craftsmanship indicates a custom or semi-custom build, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century, combining a Yugoslavian-made Zastava action (imported by Interarms) with a premium barrel and stock.