The Borovnik Best .470 / .300 Double Rifle – Royal Steel
The Borovnik Best .470 / .300 Double Rifle – Royal Steel
Digital Download: Essay, Photos & Audio Narration
Step into the world of dangerous-game double rifles with this exclusive digital feature from Rose & Scroll. This in-depth essay celebrates the Ludwig Borovnik Best .470 / .300 Double Rifle—an Austrian masterpiece that bridges continents, game, and collector’s dreams.
Built on a classic sidelock action, this Borovnik features 24-inch .470 Nitro Express barrels with express sights for Africa’s largest game, plus a second set of 25½-inch .300 Winchester Magnum barrels for elk and plains game. Weighing 10 lbs. 4 oz. with the .470 barrels, this double rifle balances power and precision—crafted for the shooter who demands control.
Hand-cut scrolls and rosettes in the Viennese style, checkered walnut stock, and sculpted double triggers elevate this Borovnik to the realm of legend. Backed by detailed photography and historical context, this story explores the rifle’s heritage from Ferlach’s master workshops to the modern collector’s cabinet.
Your digital download includes:
A beautifully formatted PDF essay on this extraordinary rifle
High-resolution photos of the rifle, stock, and engraving details
Audio narration for immersive listening on the go
For collectors, hunters, and enthusiasts of European gunmaking, this Borovnik—and the story behind it—is a must-have for your archive.