Kalezky, Johann- Vienna

Compiled by Larry B. Schuknecht

Johann Kalezky opened his gun making business in 1845 at Mariahilferstraße 17 in Vienna. He was probably born around 1820. He passed away on June 11, 1889. His widow continued the operation of the business after his death. In 1900 she (Johann’s widow) exhibited their products at the Paris Exposition. A portion of the book of the Exhibition follows.

The following images are courtesy –

© Joh. Springer’s Erben Handels GmbH, Wien

The following falling block lever action side by side double rifle was sold by Joh. Springer’s Erben in their 35th Auction as Lot no. 503. It was manufactured by Joh. Kalezky’s Witwe of Vienna in 1914 and is chambered for the 9.3 x 74R.