Greg Martin Auctions Auction Catalog - January 2010 Live Auction Session 1 Online Auctions

Engraved Powder Horn of R.P. Alexander

Lot #500 (Sale Order 1 of 229)

The engraved powderhorn, having two circular pictorial panels depicting profiles of hunting dogs with the name R.P. Alexander engraved in Olde English text below. A partially legible date is inscribed below reading: 1708. Replacement plug and finial of red oak. Carved circular spout. No stopper. Remnant of leather thong remaining. Size: 11" long.

Condition:
Good to very good with age wear, patina and minor chips to edge of base.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Two Small Powder Horns

Lot #501 (Sale Order 2 of 229)

Comprising: 1) 19th-Century unmarked small pocket horn with wooden plug and bottleneck brass spout with tapered wooden stopper. Small repaired crack at base. Length: 5-3/4". 2) Small semi-flat pattern horn tip with carved spout. No plug present. Length: 4".

Condition:
Both are excellent with age wear and patina.

Estimate: 50.00-150.00

Exceptional Engraved Map Powder Horn of French-Indian War Era Ca. 1756-1760

Lot #502 (Sale Order 3 of 229)

The powder horn with nicely curved shape, 18" overall with high-relief ring turning at spout and carved wooden plug with horn finial. Horn is aged to a rich, olive brown patina overall. Well executed map, profusely inscribed with delicate details showing high level of skill and artistry in engraving. Map begins at New York, depicting city with church spires, houses, buildings, windmills and other details with ships in port at mouth of the Hudson river. Above New York is a large detailed engraved seal of Great Britain. Depiction of river continues toward Albany, showing more spires and houses, to the junction of the Mohawk and Hudson rivers; up the Mohawk to "Sckectady", again showing the settlement to Johnston. Fort Hunter, Fort Henry, Fort Stonerabi, Fort Harkman, G. Flatt, Bull Fort with British flag, Fort Stanwix, to Lake Onyda, thence to Oswego, Lake Ontario to Fort Cataracui. Map continues up the Hudson to Half Moon, Stillwater and the Fort at Saratoga, to Fort Miller at the junction of the Hudson and Wood Creek, thence to Fort Edward with British flag flying and the depiction of a settlement with fine houses, then on to Lake George and up to Fort Carilion and Lake Chaplaigne, many of the names phonetically spelled or mispelled. The base of the horn is adorned with a scalloped and herringbone pattern engraved brass ferrule, a portion measuring approx. 3/4" of which is missing. Overall, an excellent example.

Condition:
Excellent with light age wear and patina. Minor cracks and losses to ferrule at base of horn.

Estimate: 8000.00-12000.00

Small Colonial Powder Horn Engraved "B.P./1774"

Lot #503 (Sale Order 4 of 229)

The small powder horn with engraved scalloped panel with carved legend: B.P./1774. No other markings. Domed wooden plug with screw eye lanyard. Carved circular spout with integral cord groove. Wrought iron staple for strap attachment. No stopper.

Condition:
Fine. Showing light wear and age patina.

Estimate: 750.00-900.00

Rare 1780 Engraved Ohio & Salt River Powder Horn Belonging to Colonel Isaac Cox

Lot #504 (Sale Order 5 of 229)

Handsome engraved powder horn with wooden plug, carved band and faceted octagonal spout. Brass lanyard ring. Body of horn delicately engraved with detailed map of Ohio, Kentucky and Salt River region and legend reading: "Col. Cox-Ye Yeare 1780/Ye Salt River Roarer/And Ye Ball I-Yengee/Like/Do Conquer/All". All creeks, and tributaries of rivers are noted along with established camps, towns and Cox's route to Blue Lick etched with dotted lines. An exceptional horn for its content and condition. Size: 11 1/2" long. NEED TO INCLUDE HISTORY OF COX ASK GRASSIA FOR FILE JB

Condition:
Fine. Showing light age wear and patina.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

American Revolutionary War Era Wood Canteen

Lot #505 (Sale Order 6 of 229)

Slab-sided, slightly oval example with staves held by wooden bands. Cut steel nails. Rectangular wooden spout with round orifice. No markings. Missing plug. Size: 8" X 7 1/4" X 4 3/4".

Condition:
Excellent with minor shrinkage to wood. No plug present.

Estimate: 700.00-900.00

Fine Model 1877 French Military Flintlock Pistol, Made for American Use, and with Liberty Cap Markin

Lot #506 (Sale Order 7 of 229)

.70 caliber smoothbore, 7 1/2-inch barrel, with royal inspector marking on left angle flat of breech, same marking on right side of buttstock. Liberty cap motif stamped on frame between hammer and pan. Buttcap with star over G marking beneath rear buttcap screw. Bright finish to steel, mellow patina to brass. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "75."

Condition:
Fine. Sharp markings. Gray patina to Steel with minor oxidation. Wood with scattered storage marks.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Georgian Period English Naval Officer's Dirk with Scabbard, c. 1770-80

Lot #507 (Sale Order 8 of 229)

14-inch double edge straight, tapered blade, with etched scroll decoration, blue and gilt finish, with balance bright polished steel. Gold-finished pillow pommel, ferrule and crossguard with wide ball terminals to quillons. Smooth ivory grips. Scabbard with gilt mounts.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 70% blue, and gilt finish on blade, with balance gray and brown, with scattered oxidation. Mounts with 85% gilt, balance patina. Ivory grip fine, with cracking, mellow patina. Scabbard very good, flaking to leather, 50% gilt finish to brass, leather broken near tip, gilt brass tip missing, as well as portion of scabbard.

Estimate: 800.00-1200.00

Rare Eaglehead Pommel U.S. Naval Dirk, c. 1800

Lot #508 (Sale Order 9 of 229)

14-inch curved blade, with etched doration on obverse. Gilt brass American eagle pommel, gilt decorated ferrule, cast crossguard with anchor motif, upturned crossguard terminating in dolphin head quillons. Chain knucklebow. Smooth ivory grip.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to blade, with oxidation, wear, some gilt finish remaining. Brass mounts worn, traces gilt. Ivory grips with light cracks.

Estimate: 1500.00-2000.00

Fine U.S. Naval Officer's Dirk, c. 1810-20, with Scabbard

Lot #509 (Sale Order 10 of 229)

5-inch double edge blade with tapered profile, diamond shaped in cross section. Gold etched scroll and naval motifs with blued and bright steel finish. Turned ivory handle, with gilt ferrule and oval crossguard, finished gilt. Silver finished plain brass scabbard.

Condition:
Fine. 95% finish on blade. 40% finish on mounts. Ivory with dark and mellow patina. Scabbard with dull patina, traces silver, tarnished.

Estimate: 1500.00-2000.00

Fine U.S. Naval Officer's Dirk, c. 1810-20, with Scabbard

Lot #510 (Sale Order 11 of 229)

9-inch tapered double edge blade with gold etched decoration, with floral and military trophy motifs and partial blue finish, balance bright polished steel. Cast and gilt crossguard in relief rococo scroll motifs. Rectangular shaped ivory grip, with matching pillow style pommel, and low relief checkered panels and diagonal fluting. Wide crossguard of brass with gilt finish. Gilt brass scabbard witih engraved floral panel on obverse.

Condition:
Fine. 90% gold and blue finish on blade, some period sharpening to one edge. 60% gilt finish on crossguard. Traces gilt on pommel and on scabbard.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Naval Officer's Dirk, c. 1810-30, with Scabbard

Lot #511 (Sale Order 12 of 229)

6" double edge blade with tapered profile, diamond shaped in cross section. Etched scroll and stands of arms motifs with bright steel finish. Turned bone handle, with knob style pommel in ivory. Mounted with gilt ferrule and relief cast floral decorated crossguard, also finished gilt. Gilt finished plain brass scabbard.

Condition:
Fine. bright finish on blade. with light oxidation. 100% finish on mounts. Bone with dark and mellow patina, light cracking. Scabbard with bright gilt patina.

Estimate: 1000.00-2000.00

Wide Gold-Finished Scroll Display Placard

Lot #512 (Sale Order 13 of 229)

26 1/2-inch wide gold finished scroll display placard on paper, within plastic cover: "Never Draw Me Without Reason Nor Sheath Me Without Honor." This legend was often etched on blades of 19th-Century knives and swords.

Condition:
Excellent.

Estimate: 75.00-150.00

Rare and Early Colonial or Revolutionary War Eaglehead Officer's Sword, c. 1770-1790

Lot #513 (Sale Order 14 of 229)

22 1/2-inch single edge straight blade, with single narrow fuller. Marking on both side of blade with primitive running fox motif. All brass eaglehead pommel made integral with solid and heavy smooth brass grips. Square shaped brass knucklebow, with deep fluted edges. Crossguard sharing similar styling with fluted motifs. The straight and fluted quillon branch terminating in an acorn. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "39."

Early and rare variant of the Federal period, with massive eagle and in classic Philadelphia style.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Blade shortened, likely after breakage of tip. Mellow patina to brass hilt.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Early U.S. Eaglehead Officer's Sword, c. 1780-1800

Lot #514 (Sale Order 15 of 229)

32-inch straight single edge blade, with etched decoration of scroll and military motifs, with early eagle and shield with "E Pluribus Unum," the eagle having frog type legs and shield. Liberty cap inscribed "Liberty," Blade manufactured with blue and gilt finish, and bright polished steel. Finely detailed brass chicken-like eaglehead pommel. D-style knucklebow, joining double kidney shaped ridged counterguards and terminating in bulbous quillon. Silver-finished brass. Ivory grips with delicate ribbed motifs. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "36."

This sword classified by author and authority Andrew Mowbray as the Thomas Bates style, of Birmingham, England. The pommel in Baltimore style, excepting for presence of crown.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to blade, with traces blue and gilt finish, with oxidation. Traces silver finish on brass. Hilt loose. Ivory grip with deep and dark mellow patina.

Estimate: 1500.00-1800.00

Fine U.S. Infantry Officer's Sword, with Pillow Pommel, c. 1790-1800

Lot #515 (Sale Order 16 of 229)

32-inch straight edge blade etched with American eagle and shield motif and "E Pluribus Unum," standard of arms with Liberty cap motif, floral scrolls and wreath motifs, "Warranted" inscription, and acanthus leaf motifs adjacent to hilt. Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Gilt finished hilt, with pillow pommel, the stirrup style crossbuard with 5-beaded motif, as also present on branch guard. Gilt ferrule. Reeded bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "16."

Condition:
Fine. 80% blue and 95% gilding on blade, with bright polish fading to gray with scattered oxidation. 70% gilding on hilt, with scattered tarnish. Grip with mellow patina, light crack.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Artillery Field Officer's Sword, by Francis Turkle, with Pillow Pommel, c. 1790-1800

Lot #516 (Sale Order 17 of 229)

32-inch straight edge blade etched with American eagle and shield motif and two stands of arms motifs on each side of blade. Blade finished in blue and bright polish. Maker's mark of countersunk "FT" on bottom of crossguard. Gilt finished hilt, with pillow pommel, the stirrup style crossguard with oval insert on branch guard, terminating in flat ball quillon. Gilt and faceted ferrule. Reeded ivory grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "2. "

"FT" for swordmaker Francis Turkle, Birmingham, England.

Condition:
Fine. 80% blue on blade, with bright polish fading to gray with light oxidation. 98% gilding on hilt, with minor wear. Grip with mellow patina.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Rare Early U.S. Eaglehead Officer's Sword, c. 1770-80

Lot #517 (Sale Order 18 of 229)

29-inch curved single edge blade, wide fuller on both sides. Blade made without finish. Gilt hollow cast brass American eagle head pommel and chain knucklebow, Gilt slow S-curve counterguard with flattened ball terminals. Gilt brass ferrule. Plain ivory grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "21."

Note chicken like appearance of American eagle pommel, early styling later becoming more eagle-like, and fierce. The eaglehead in Baltimore style.

Condition:
Very good. Scattered oxidation on blade, gray and brown patina, and wear, with some nicks on edge. 75% gilt finish to hilt. Mellow patina to grips.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Early Eaglehead U.S. Mounted Artillery Field Officer's Sword, c. 1790-1800

Lot #518 (Sale Order 19 of 229)

32-inch straight edge blade etched, blued, bright and gilt with American eagle and shield and "E Pluribus Unum," Liberty cap motif, floral scrolls and stand of arms motif. Reverse of blade with banner motif etched "R.Perrys Warranted." Marked "G" on reverse at ricasso. Early chicken-like Eaglehead pommel, cast in brass, with stirrup shaped knuckle bow, with branch crossguard, the quillon terminating in flat ball motif. Reed carved bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "10."

Sword conforms to Regulations of 1801, for mounted artillery field officer's sword. Eaglehead shows British influence, popular c. 1800. Styling also influenced by that of Baltimore swordmakers.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Brown and gray patina to blade, with 80% gilding, some nicks on edge. Hilt with 75% gilding. Mellow patina to grip with some cracks. Hilt loose.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Rare U.S. Eaglehead Grenadier Officer's Sword, c. 1792-96, with Scabbard

Lot #519 (Sale Order 20 of 229)

29-inch curved single edge blade etched with American eagle and shield with banner inscribed "E Pluribus Unum," stand of arms, Liberty cap and floral scrolls, with acanthus leaf motifs at juncture with crossguard. Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Gilt finished hilt, with American eagle head pommel integral with backstrap. Stirrup style knucklebow with branch guard flaming Ordnance bomb at its center strap. Quillon terminating in flat ball motif. Gold-finished fluted and roped-bordered ferrule. Finely checkered grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "19." Leather scabbard, with silver-finish scalloped edge brass mountings, border engraved.

The only specimen known of this style American Grenadier sword with scabbard.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Traces blue and 80% gilt, former fading to brown and gray, bright polish turning gray and with oxidation. 85% gilt on hilt. Grip with mellow patina and crack. Scabbard very good to fine with some flaking, Mounts fine with traces silver, some denting.

Estimate: 1800.00-2500.00

Early and Rare Eaglehead Sterling Silver Hilted Hanger Sword, Baltimore Style, c. 1770-1780

Lot #520 (Sale Order 21 of 229)

24-inch slightly curved blade with small fuller near top and larger fuller beneath, made without finish. Silver mountings, including eaglehead pommel of the Baltimore style. Upper and lower quillons with eaglehead finials, lower quillon attached to eaglehead pommel by knucklebow of double silver chain. Relief decoration on crossguard includes classical motifs and grotesques, from whose jaws emerge the quillons. Grips of spiral carved ivory, stained green. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "12."

Likely made in Baltimore. Compare to Warren Moore, Weapons of the American Revolution, p. 155, #E52. See also p. 326, #S165, Neuman, The History of Weapons of the American Revolution.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to blade, with scattered light oxidation. Silver mountings fine, with tarnish. Crossguard loose and lower oval, ribbed mount with some loss to silver. Grips fine.

Estimate: 10000.00-15000.00

Early U.S. Eaglehead Officer's Sword, c. 1770-80

Lot #521 (Sale Order 22 of 229)

27-inch slightly curved blade stamped both sides with floral style marking, deep narrow fuller along top on both sides. Blade made with blued finish. Hollow cast brass American eagle head pommel. Delicate and fancy divided brass guard and knucklebow. Reeded bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "30."

Note chicken like appearance of American eagle pommel, early styling later becoming more eagle-like, and fierce. The eaglehead in Baltimore style.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Scattered oxidation on blade, brown patina, and wear, with some nicks on edge. Traces blue on blade. Expert repairs to two small breaks on cross members of crossguard. Mellow patina to grips.

Estimate: 3000.00-5000.00

Rare and Early U.S. Eaglehead Sword, c. 1770-1780

Lot #522 (Sale Order 23 of 229)

29-inch single edge slightly curved blade, with three narrow fullers. All brass eaglehead pommel made integral with solid and heavy smooth brass grips. Stirrup shaped brass knucklebow. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "42."

Early and rare variant of the Federal period, in massive and classic Philadelphia style.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Mellow patina to brass hilt. Slight upward bend to quillon. Hilt somewhat loose.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Rare Early U.S. Eaglehead Officer's Saber, c. 1780-1800, with Scabbard

Lot #523 (Sale Order 24 of 229)

26 1/4-inch curved blade with deep and narrow single fuller. Plain steel blade without etched decoration. Cast brass hilt with eaglehead pommel, the hilt cast in two pieces. Ten-sided brass grip. Knucklebow and quillon formed of one continuous flat strip of brass, with a branch forming a counderguard. Top of quillon with simple shell design executed by filing. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "33." Leather scabbard with scalloped brass mountings, border engraved. Top mount double-throated with frog.

Sword attributed to Lewis Prahl, Philadelphia. Note chicken styling to pommel.
Ex Collection: Vincent Palange, 1971.

Condition:
Very good. Blade with brown patina, oxidation. Scabbard worn, leather flaking, brass with dark patina. Top mount with repairs at straps connecting two throats.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Rare Early U.S. Eaglehead Sword, c. 1785-90

Lot #524 (Sale Order 25 of 229)

25" curved saber like blade with flat configuration and without fullers, or decoration. Wide at ricasso and tapering to point. All brass hilt with three wide branches forming an almost basket-like guard, divided on either side with circular shaped cross-members at bottom. Massive brass eaglehead pommel with chicken-like beak configuration, integral with backstrap. Scalloped and border-engraved ferrule. Grip appears to be of leather covered wood, with copper wire wrapping. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "43." One of earliest examples of this style of eagle hilt on known American swords.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, with oxidation. Mellow patina to brass. Ferrule loose.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Scarce Early U.S. Eaglehead Sword, with Beaded Designs on Hilt, c. 1790-1800, with Scabbard

Lot #525 (Sale Order 26 of 229)

27-inch curved single edge blade made without etched decoration. Blade finished in bright polish. Solid brass hilt, with American eagle head pommel, the stirrup style knucklebow with 5-beaded motif, as also present on branch guard. Quillon terminating in thick ball motif. Plain brass ferrule. Reeded bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "32." Leather scabbard, with scallop-edge brass mountings, border engraved.

Early styling with chicken-like pommel decor. Blade possibly by Lewis Prahl of Philadelphia. Sword of Philadelphia style.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, with oxidation. Mellow patina to brass. Hilt loose. Scabbard good very good, leather flaking, worn, some denting to throat and tip.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine U.s. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword by R.I. Brown & Co., c. 1800, with Scabbard

Lot #526 (Sale Order 27 of 229)

32 1/2-inch curved single edge blade with etched decoration, including maker's marking "R.I. Brown & co., Boston Warranted," in banner on right side near langet. Blade etched with American eagle and shield motif, stand of arms, "E Pluribus Unum," and with foliate scrolls and borders. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass hilt and upswept knuckle bow, the langets with relief American eagle and shield motifs. Backstrap integral with relief cast eagle and shield motif. Entwined riband and floral knucklebow design. Ivory grips with carved rib decor, checkering and borders. Gilt brass scabbard without decoration. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "24."

This design hilt followed English styling, soon to be no longer popular due to rejections of things English around War of 1812.

Condition:
Fine. 80% blue finish remaining on blade, 90% gilding with some spots patina. Minor nicks on blade, light oxidation. Scabbard with 98% gilding, minor dent. Missing cloth lining at throat.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.s. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1800

Lot #527 (Sale Order 28 of 229)

33-inch curved single edge blade with etched decoration, including American eagle and shield, Liberty cap, stand of arms, inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum," and "Warranted," and with foliate scrolls and borders. Blade blued and gilt. High relief cast and gilt brass hilt and reverse P knuckle bow, the langets with high relief acanthus motifs. Relief serpent motif entwining knucklebow. Quillon finial of cast relief American eagle head. Ivory grips with carved rib decor and borders. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "11."

Finely developed hilt with well-defined, sometimes fierce, detailing.

Condition:
Fine. 75% blue finish remaining on blade,90% gilding with some spots dark patina. Light nicks on blade, oxidation and relatively light wear. Knuckle bow and quillon somewhat loose.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

U.S. Eaglehead Artillery Officer's Sword, Marked "GG" and "Wells, New York," c. 1800

Lot #528 (Sale Order 29 of 229)

31-inch curved single edge blade with blued finish, gilding, and etched floral scroll, stand of arms and Liberty cap, Goddess of Liberty with Liberty pole, Indian face motif, and American eagle and shield with banner "E Pluribus Unum." Leaf etching at juncture with hilt, both sides, reverse side including etched marking within cartouche "Wells/New York." Obverse of blade stamped "GG" on ricasso. Large cast American eagle motif integral with cast backstrap, including decoration flowing down from eagle head to gilt and decorated ferrule. Pierced C-scroll style decor on branch guard extending both sides from fluted D-type knucklebow. Grip of smooth single piece oak. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "18."

Condition:
Very good to fine. 65% blue on blade, 95% gilt, bright polished section turned gray, with oxidation. 60% gilt finish to hilt. Oak grip with amber coloration, appears to have once been covered.

Estimate: 1800.00-2500.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Infantry Officer's Sword, c. 1800, with Scabbard

Lot #529 (Sale Order 30 of 229)

29-inch curved blade etched with Liberty cap and stand of arms motif, with foliate scrolls, and acanthus leaf decor adjacent to crossguard, with "Warranted" on right side. Blued, gilt and bright polish finish to blade. Cast brass American eagle head pommel, hollow cast and silver-finished. Divided brass guard and knucklebow. Reeded horn grips. Number "17" stamped on top flat of blade adjacent to crossguard. Leather scabbard with scalloped brass mounts. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "7."

Note fierceness of American eagle pommel, representing young nation learning to exercise its power.

Condition:
Fine. 75% blue, 95% gilt, bright polish to steel with minor oxidation. Some nicks on blade. Grips fine. 98% silver on pommel and ferrule, traces on balance of hilt. Scabbard fine with traces silver on mounts.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

U.S. Eaglehead Artillery Field Officer's Sword, c. 1800

Lot #530 (Sale Order 31 of 229)

30-inch curved single edge blade, etched with floral scroll and stands of arms motifs. High relief cast eagle head hilt with finely cast American eagle, olive branch and arrows motif beneath "E Pluribus Unum" on langet on obverse, with plain langet on reverse. Note eagle on lagent looking to its right with olive branches in right claw. Initials "LH" under decorated langet on ricasso, opposite side with "Liege." Miniature sword blade motif on top flat of blade at juncture with hilt. Squared knucklebow with pillow-style terminal to quillon. Checkered walnut grip panels. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "40." Plain brass scabbard with laurel leaf and bead motif to carrying ring bands.

Design of hilt with heavy Napoleonic influence. Blade of Liege, Belgium, manufacture.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to blade with oxidation, some gilt finish remaining at ricasso. Grip with crack and small repair to right panel at juncture with crossguard. Left grip panel missing section of checkering adjancent to langet. Knuckle bow loose. Scabbard with wear and denting.

Estimate: 1000.00-1500.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Foot Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1800-05, with Scabbard

Lot #531 (Sale Order 32 of 229)

27-inch curved single edge blade etched with floral scroll and border decorations, including stand of arms and drum motif, acanthus leaves and "Warranted." Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and relief cast decorated D type gilt brass knuckle bow with shaped guard to simulate divided guard design, cast with relief American eagle and shield surmounted by cluster of stars. Floral and band motifs on crossguard with relief claw like terminal to quillon. Plain gilt ferrule. Bone grips with carved reed decor. Fine quality leather scabbard with floral engraved, pierced and gilt mounts, American eagle on middle band. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "28."

Sword hilt shows French influence.

Condition:
Fine. 80% fading blue finish on blade, 90% gilding with some spots patina. Some nicks on blade, scattered oxidation. Mellow patina to grip. Scabbard leather flaking but sound, mounts fine, some denting primarily on tip, center band loose. 90% gilding to scabbard mounts.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Elaborately Decorated U.S. Eaglehead Infantry Field Officer's Sword, c. 1800-10

Lot #532 (Sale Order 33 of 229)

28-inch curved single edge blade, etched with Masonic motifs, including all-seeing eye, sunburst, beehive, and lamb with sword. Blade further etched with legend "Friendship Love and Truth" in banner, hand with heart in palm above banner "Benevolence," and floral scroll and border motifs. Blade finished in blue, gilt and polished bright. High relief cast decoration to hilt with finely cast eagle motif pommel with beads and leaf motif cast on backstrap. Curved knucklebow with Napoleonic styling including panel with sunburst one side and classical soldier tunic motif on other. Crossed Roman swords and wreath on crossguard mount, either side, the quillon terminating in floral mount. Smooth ivory grip panels, matching grip strap to backstrap. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "40."

Design of hilt with heavy Napoleonic influence.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Panel with pitting and oxidation on left side of blade at center of etched and gilt motifs. 80% blue, 85% gilding to blade. Bright polish turning gray with scattered oxidation. Grip panels with mellow patina, cracks, and some discoloration. Missing portion of filler at junction of blade to crossguard mount.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Scarce Early U.S. Eaglehead Sword, with Beaded Designs on Hilt, c. 1800-10, with Scabbard

Lot #533 (Sale Order 34 of 229)

27-inch curved single edge blade with etched stands of arms, Liberty cap and floral scroll motifs. Blade finished in blue, gilt, and bright polish. Brass hilt, with American eagle head pommel, the stirrup style knucklebow with 5-beaded motif, as also present on branch guard. Quillon terminating in flat ball motif. Oak grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "31." Leather scabbard, with scallop-edge brass mountings, border engraved. Silver-finish on tip.

Early styling with chicken-like pommel decor. Possibly by Lewis Prahl of Philadelphia. Sword of Philadelphia style.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 50% blue, 95% gilt on blade, with balance gray patina to steel, with oxidation. Mellow patina to brass. Scabbard very good, leather flaking, worn, some denting to throat and tip, latter with traces silver-plating. Copper rivet replacement on throat by frog.

Estimate: 1500.00-2000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Infantry Officer's Sword, c. 1812, with Scabbard

Lot #534 (Sale Order 35 of 229)

29-inch curved single edge blade etched with stand of arms and Liberty cap motif and floral scrolls and acanthus leaf motifs, with "Warranted" near ricasso. Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Silver finished hilt, with American eagle head pommel, the stirrup style knucklebow with 5-beaded motif, as also present on branch guard. Silver-finished ferrule. Reeded bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "45." Leather scabbard, with silver-plated brass mountings, border engraved.

Condition:
Fine. 70% blue with balance turned brown and gray, and 90% gilding on blade, with bright polish fading to gray with scattered oxidation. 90% silver finish on hilt, with scattered tarnish. Grip with mellow patina. Knucklebow loose. Scabbard fine with some patina and wear to leather, flaking near tip. Tarnish to silver on mounts, 95% finish.

Estimate: 1800.00-2200.00

U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, marked "Richards Upson & Co., New York, c. 1805-10

Lot #535 (Sale Order 36 of 229)

28-inch curved single edge blade with etched importer or supplier "Richards Upson/& Co./New York" within oval. Etched floral scroll and border decoration, including American eagle and shield motif and banner with "E Pluribus Unum," Liberty cap and stand of arms motif, and Bugle and flag motif. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and fluted and pierced D type gilt steel knuckle bow with scalloped double branch guards on both sides. Shell motif on top of quillon. Plain gilt ferrule. Ivory grips with carved reed decor. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "26."

Sword shows British influence made for export to the U.S.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 80% blue finish on blade, fading, 85% gilding with some spots patina. Some nicks on blade, scattered oxidation. Mellow patina to grip with some chipping at juncture with pommel.

Estimate: 1800.00-2500.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Infantry Officer's Sword, c. 1805-10, with Scabbard

Lot #536 (Sale Order 37 of 229)

27 1/2-inch curved single edge blade etched with floral scroll decorations, including abbreviated stands of arms. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and faceted stirrup type silver-finished brass knucklebow. Plain silver-finished ferrule. Crossguard with flat ball terminal to quillon. Bone grips with carved reed decor. Fine quality leather scabbard with blind tooling, the brass mounts border engraved, scalloped edged, and silver-finished. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "37."

Condition:
Fine. 80% fading blue finish on blade, 85% silver finish with some spots patina, wear and tarnish. Some nicks on blade and hilt, scattered oxidation, more pronounced near hilt. Mellow patina to grip. Hilt slightly loose. Scabbard leather fine, mounts fine. 95% silver to scabbard mounts, tarnish.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Mounting Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1808-15

Lot #537 (Sale Order 38 of 229)

32 1/2-inch curved blade, etched with American eagle and shield motif with banner "E Pluribus Unum," mounted horseman motif, stand of arms with Liberty cap, foliate motifs and with acanthus leaf motifs adjacent to ricasso. That on obverse with etched inscription "Richards Upson/& Co./New York." Stamped at ricasso "GG." Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Elaborate hilt finished gilt. Eaglehead pommel with richly detailed pierced knucklebow and crossguard, finely divided guard with scroll shaped cross members. Knucklebow in high relief casting, intertwined with leaf and acorn motifs, and fully pierced, cannon and carriage motif in high relief. Fluted and ribbed gilt ferrule. Spiral motif carved ivory grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "22."

Condition:
Fine. 70% blue, 95% gilt on blade, with polished bright surface gray, some oxidation. 95% gilt on hilt. Hilt loose. Grip with crack, and mellow patina.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Officier's Sword, c. 1808-16

Lot #538 (Sale Order 39 of 229)

28 1/2-inch curved single edge blade with etched, blued and gilt decoration, of American eagle and shield with banner "E Pluribus Unum," Liberty pole, stand of arms with liberty cap, and floral scroll motifs. Banner on obverse with marking "Richards Upson & co., New York." Ricasso stamped "G." Brass ferrule. Eagle head pommel of brass. Modified P profile to knucklebow, quillon terminating in flat ball motif. Dark walnut grips with raised, diagonally carved and partially oval panel on obverse. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "34."

Philadelphia style eaglehead pommel, normally observed in silver. Hilt likely made in Philadelphia.

Condition:
Very good. Brown patina, with 85% gilt on blade, traces blue, with oxidation, nicks. Mellow patina to brass. Grip with some nicks, denting on carving.

Estimate: 1500.00-2000.00

Fine U.s. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1810, with Scabbard

Lot #539 (Sale Order 40 of 229)

"PP" stamped on top of blade at hilt, strip blue finish 2/5 down blade top from hilt. 30-inch curved single edge blade with etched decoration, including American eagle and shield motif, stand of arms, "E Pluribus Unum," Liberty cap motif, and foliate scrolls and borders. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and reverse P knuckle bow, the langets with relief leaf motifs. Faceted backstrap integral with relief cast eagle and shield pommel motif. Faceted knucklebow design. Ivory grips with carved rib decor. Gilt brass scabbard with one side engraved with American eagle and Shield motif, Liberty cap, leaves and borders. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "74."

Sword shows full development of its style.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue finish on blade, 95% gilding with some spots patina, spot nicks on top of blade near hilt. Minor nicks on blade, light oxidation. Chip and old repair to grip at juncture with pommel. Scabbard with 75% gilding, minor denting.

Estimate: 1800.00-2500.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1810, with Scabbard

Lot #540 (Sale Order 41 of 229)

29-inch curved single edge blade etched with stand of arms, Liberty cap and classical motifs and floral scrolls and borders. Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Gilt finished hilt, with American eagle head pommel, the stirrup style knucklebow with 5-beaded motif, as also present on branch guard. Quillon terminating in flat ball motif. Gold-finished ferrule. Reeded bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "35." Leather scabbard, with gilt scallop-edge brass mountings, border engraved.

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue and gilt, fading, bright polish turning gray with 25% oxidation. 90% gilt on hilt. Pommel and knucklebow loose. Grip witih mellow patina. Scabbard very good with leather flaking, mounts fine with 95% gilt.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

U.s. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1810, with Scabbard

Lot #541 (Sale Order 42 of 229)

33-inch curved single edge blade with etched decoration, including American eagle, Goddess of Liberty, Liberty cap, stand of arms, inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum," and "Warranted," and with foliate scrolls and borders. Blade blued and gilt. High relief cast brass hilt and upswept knucklebow, the langets with high relief American eagle motifs. Ivory grips with carved rib decor and borders. Gilt brass scabbard engraved with oak leaf motifs and American eagle on one side. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "11."

This style hilt followed English styling, no longer popular due to rejections of things English around War of 1812.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 50% blue finish remaining on blade, 90% gilding with some spots dark patina. Light nicks on blade, oxidation and wear. Knucklebow and quillon loose. Some denting to scabbard, Missing cloth at throat.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Rare U.S. Eaglehead Mounted Infantry Officer's Sword, c. 1810, with Scabbard

Lot #542 (Sale Order 43 of 229)

31-inch curved single edge blade etched with stand of arms, two Liberty cap motifs and floral scrolls, with borders at juncture with crossguard. Blade finished in blue, gilt and bright polish. Silver finished hilt, with American eagle head pommel integral with backstrap. D style knucklebow with heavy weight brass hilt, richly divided guard and scroll shaped cross members. KNucklebow cast in high relief with intertwined leaf and acorn motifs and fully pierced. Silver-finished ferrule. Finely carved bone grips, with multi-pattern fluted and ribbed decor. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "20." Leather scabbard, with silver-finish scalloped edge brass mountings, border engraved.

Fierce eagle motif to pommel represents full development of style, powerful image for young and emerging new nation.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 80% blue and 80% gilt, balance fading to brown and gray, bright polish turning gray and with light oxidation. 60% silver finish on hilt. Grip with mellow patina and crack, chip at juncture with eagle head pommel's neck. Scabbard very good with flaking. Mounts fine with 40% silver, some denting.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.s. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1810-20, with Scabbard

Lot #543 (Sale Order 44 of 229)

32-inch curved single edge blade with etched decoration, including two Liberty cap motifs, two stands of arms, and foliate scrolls. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and reverse P knuckle bow, the langets with relief American eagle and shield motif on right side. Low relief cast classical decor on backstrap integral with relief cast eagle and shield pommel motif. Decorated ferrule with low relief floral and leaf motifs. Classical floral knucklebow relief cast design. Bone grips with carved rib decor. Gilt brass scabbard with one side with major share of engraving, in classical motifs, stand of arms with ancient stylel helmet, floral scrolls, leaves and borders. Light floral decor on toe of opposite side of scabbard. Relief cast decorated carrying ring bands. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "1."

Sword shows French influence of the c. 1800-05 period style.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue finish on blade, 95% gilding with some spots patina. Minor nicks on blade, light oxidation. Mellow patina to grip with some cracking. Scabbard with 75% gilding, light denting.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Lot of Two Assorted 19th-Century Sword Scabbards

Lot #544 (Sale Order 45 of 229)

Both examples of black leather with brass mounts. One appears to be for a curved sword with 28" blade, the other for a 29" curved blade. Both are early 19th Century.

Condition:
One example very good with age wear and patina, the other with checked leather and wear and dents to mounts.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Two Assorted Leather Sword Scabbards

Lot #545 (Sale Order 46 of 229)

Both examples for curved swords and both have brass mountings. One example with losses and repairs. One example for blade 29 1/2" long. No markings.

Condition:
Both are poor to fair.

Estimate: 50.00-150.00

Lot of Four Assorted 19th-Century Sword Scabbards

Lot #546 (Sale Order 47 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Straight brass scabbard with engraved floral motifs. Three leather examples for unknown sword models, one with brass mounts.

Condition:
All show varied amounts of wear, checking and repairs. One example lacking tip.

Estimate: 50.00-150.00

19th-Century Brass Sword Scabbard

Lot #547 (Sale Order 48 of 229)

The curved sword scabbard of heavy brass construction, engraved with eagle and oak leaf motifs. Two ring mounts. Possibly for an English naval sword. For a blade of 31".

Condition:
Good to very good with minor wear, dents and patina.

Estimate: 200.00-400.00

Rare U.S. Model 1799 Flintlock Second Contract Pistol by Simeon North & Elisha Cheney, Berlin, Conne

Lot #548 (Sale Order 49 of 229)

.69 cal. smoothbore, 9-1/8" barrel, arched and curved marking on bottom of frame "NORTH & CHENEY BERLIN." Bright steel. Walnut stock with "CH" stamped at front of butt below triggerguard strap. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "83." From second contract of 1,500, serial numbered in their own series, 1 to 1,500, with the frame marking lacking the first initials of each of the partner contractors, S. and E. respectively. As the initial model of U.S. contract pistols, the North & Cheney has a special place of importance in the collecting and study of U.S. martial handguns.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Replacement barrel. Brass with dark and mellow patina, wear. Sharp makers' marking. Stock worn and with nicks and mars, as well as some chipping at lower left side where joins with frame.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

U.S. Model 1805 Harper's Ferry Flintlock Pistol, Serial No. 1323

Lot #549 (Sale Order 50 of 229)

A Fine U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol, Dated 1807 and Marked Serial No. 1323
.54 caliber flintlock, 10 1/2-inch barrel, marked at breech with eagle head over P motif, in line with "US" in line with serial no. "1323." Lockplate marked with American eagle and shield motif over "US" forward of hammer, and at tail with "HARPERS/FERRY/1807." Interior of lockplate marked "2 WV." Walnut stock with faint "CW" inspector marking. Lower right side of grip marked "3C." With small personal brass identification tag of Steve d'Arrigio. Ex Collections: Robert Allan, Ed Bersano, Reverend Lester Myer, and Greg Martin.

Condition:
Fine. Scattered light pitting to steel with well defined markings and gray patina. Frizzen refaced. Stock worn and with crack from barrel breech to rear of sideplate. Brass with patina, light nicks, and wear. Replacement ramrod, with gray patina to steel worm.

Estimate: 10000.00-15000.00

Flintlock Single Shot Pocket Pistol of American Manufacture, with "MP" Marking on Lockplate

Lot #550 (Sale Order 51 of 229)

.44 smoothbore cal., 3-1/8" part octagonal, part round barrel, with turned double band motif. Top and side flats of barrel breech with stamped and engraved circular and floral decoration and brass inlaid motifs. Floral motif engraved on round section of barrel at top. "MP" stamped on beveled lockplate. Walnut stock, with relief carving around upper tang, and brass mountings including sideplate. Hardwood ramrod. Overall length, 7".

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with light oxidation. Stock worn, and with minor cracks, small repair to left side at fore-end, adjacent to ramrod. Stock an old replacement.

Estimate: 600.00-900.00

Scarce U.S. Model 1808 Navy Flintlock Pistol, By Simeon North, Berlin, connecticut

Lot #551 (Sale Order 52 of 229)

.64 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch barrel without markings. Lock with "S.NORTH/BERLIN./CON." at tail and American eagle motif over "U.STATES." forward of hammer. Brown finish to barrel. Brass pan. Marks on metal include scattered "'", "''" and small "o" on butt screw. Walnut stock with brass mountings. Bright steel belthook. Walnut stock with large "2D" marking on bottom forward of triggerguard, appears to have been branded. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "73."

Estimated total production of 3,000, several of which later converted to percussion. As a War of 1812 U.S. issue pistol, and with the significance of the Navy in that conflict, the Model 1808 is one of the most sought-after of U.S. issue flintlock handguns.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Finely executed reconversion to flintlock. Gray patina to steel, pitting on frizzen spring, minor nicks to well preserved stock. Mellow patina to brass.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Rare U.S. Model 1811 Flintlock Army Pistol (aka Model 1811), by Simeon North, Berlin, Connecticut

Lot #552 (Sale Order 53 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, with 8 11/16-inch barrel, marked on breech "P/US." Rare brass or copper small front sight. Upper tang stamped "P." Lockplate marked at tail, "S.NORTH/BERLIN./CON." Forward of hammer American eagle motif over "U.STATES." Screws with "'" and "''" tiny markings without serifs, similar marks on some of other parts, including sideplate. Number "33" on breech plug and on stock in tang inlet. Bright finish to steel parts. Walnut stock with brass mountings including umbrella shaped buttcap. Inspector marking on left side opposite lock of "V/HHP" of Henry H. Perkins. Hickory ramrod. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "47."

Total made of 1811 and 1811 Transition at 1,156. 606 made of pinned barrel variation, as is this specimen. This pistol the last U.S. model made with pinned barrel.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Brass fine with mellow patina, tiny dent in ramrod ferrule. Stock fine with scattered nicks and storage marks.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Rare U.s. Model 1812 Flintlock Army Pistol (aka Model 1811 Transition), by simeon North, Berlin, Con

Lot #553 (Sale Order 54 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, with 8 7/8-inch barrel, marked on breech "P/US/1774." The 1774 an inventory number. Upper tang stamped "P." Lockplate marked at tail "S. NORTH/BERLIN./CON." Forward of hammer marked with American eagle motif over "U.STATES." Small double cross motif stamped on several screws. Brass mountings with steel barrel band, umbrella shaped buttcap. Walnut stock with "V" over inspector marking "HHP" of Henry H. Perkins, on left side opposite lock. Hickory ramrod. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "35."

Total manufactured of approximately 550. With M.T. Wickham improvement of 1812, the double strap barrel band, requring shortening of fore-ends, approximately 2-inches, with small retaining stud added.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Replacement top jaw and small replacement to wood above lock. Wood with scattered dents, primarily on left side, and two cracks from sideplate to barrel, with small wood repair using two pins.

Estimate: 8000.00-12000.00

Rare U.S. Secondary Martial Model 1812 Virginia Manufactory Pistol, Dated Richmond, 1814

Lot #554 (Sale Order 55 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/8-inch barrel. Lock marked forward of hammer, "VIRGINIA." To rear of hammer, "RICHMOND/1814." Swivel steel ramrod with button head. Brown finish to barrel. Walnut stock with brass mountings, Possible inspector marking "JI" on left side of stock opposite lock. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "74."

Estimated total production of 4,252, the configuration and styling based on the Harpers Ferry Model 1805 pistol. The Virginia Manufactory pistols also recognized as secondary Confederate States of America handguns, adding to their desirability. Several specimens had been converted to percussion, and examples seldom encountered with any degree of favorbale condition.

Condition:
Very good. Gray and brown patina to steel with scattered oxidation, 40% browned finish remaining on Barrel. Mellow patina to brass, the stock with scattered nicks and wear.

Estimate: 10000.00-15000.00

Rare U.S. Model 1795 Springfield Armory Flintlock Musket, Type I, Dated 1799, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #555 (Sale Order 56 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 45-inch round barrel marked "US" on top of barrel and on left side of breech with "V," "[eagle head]" and "P." Lockplate marked with American eagle and shield above "US" forward of hammer, behind hammer vertical and upward curved "SPRINGFIELD." Triggerguard plate marked "W." Heel of buttplate engraved "1799." Inside of lock including marking ""V" on various parts. Bright steel mountings. Oil-finished walnut stock. Sling swivel stud on triggerguard marked "S." Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "48." Angular socket bayonet measuring 17 1/2-inches, marked "US" on blade.

Type I Model 1795 Springfield Armory muskets manufactured from 1799 to 1806. This example among the finest of the early Model 1795 known, initially marked with dates beginning 1799. The model represents numerous firsts in U.S. martial arms, and is a key item for the collector and museum.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation, more pronounced on buttplate and at barrel breech. Stock with scattered dents, minor repairs to chips at rear of lockplate. Light cleaning to stock. Bayonet with gray patina, oxidation.

Estimate: 12000.00-15000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1795 Springfield Armory Flintlock Musket, Type III, Lock Dated 1811, with Bayonet

Lot #556 (Sale Order 57 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 43 3/4-inch round barrel marked "US" on top of barrel and on left side of breech with "V," "[eagle head]" and "P." Right side of barrel at breech marked "7." Breechplug marked at end "H" also at end of barrel butting to stock. Bottom of barrel at breech marked "H/1 AC" and with a deep cartouche "L." Lockplate marked with "US/[American eagle and shield]/[curved]SPRINGFIELD" forward of hammer, at tail of lock the date "1811." Triggerguard plate marked "AC." Heel of buttplate dated "1812." Inside of lockplate marked "1W" and various inside parts marked "6." Bright steel mountings. Oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock marked "US" and "V." Stock behind triggerguard marked "LH," Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "67." Angular socket bayonet measuring 17 1/2-inches, marked "US" on blade.

Type III Model 1795 Springfield Armory muskets manufactured from 1808 to 1814. This example among the finest of this Model 1795 known. The model 1795 represents numerous firsts in U.S. martial arms, and is a key item for the collector and museum.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel, with relatively light oxidation and marks, more pronounced on buttplate. Stock with light nicks and mars. Bayonet with gray and brown patina, oxidation.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1795 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Musket, Type III, Dated 1813, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #557 (Sale Order 58 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 44 3/4-inch round barrel marked on left side of breech with "US" and "[eagle head]/P" within oval cartouches. Lockplate marked with American eagle and shield with "US" forward of hammer, behind hammer "HARPERS/FERRY/1813." Inside of lock including marking ""V/GM." Bright steel mountings. Some features of Charleville styling, including triggerguard and front barrel band. Oil-finished walnut stock with "V/JS" inspector stamping on left side opposite lock. Nearby to rear, "V/MH" inspector marking. Marked behind triggerguard tang on stock, "JMR/ST." Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "65." Angular bayonet measuring 16 1/2-inches, marked "US" and "R" on socket, and "IVI" on blade.

Type III Model 1795 Harpers Ferry muskets manufactured from 1812 to 1815. Total made in 1813, 9,000. This example among the finest Model 1795 Harpers Ferry muskets known. The model 1795 represents numerous firsts in U.S. martial arms, and is a key item for the collector and museum.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel, with light surface oxidation. Stock with light storage marks, minor chips at toe of buttplate. Small hole and profile of circular disk forward of triggerguard, likely an identification tag, possibly from former collector. Bayonet with light oxidation.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1803 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Rifle, Dated 1819

Lot #558 (Sale Order 59 of 229)

.54 caliber, 35 5/8-inch part octagonal, part round barrel, marked on left angle flat of breech "US" within oval and with eagle head over P within oval. Lock marked with American eagle and shield motif with "US" forward of hammer and with "HARPERS/FERRY/1819" at tail. Brass mountings. "V" on stock forward of patchbox. Browned barrel, barrel rib and iron ramrod ferrules. Oil-finished walnut stock. Steel ramrod. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "15."

One of the most beautiful and desirable of American flintlock martial firearms, this example is recognized as one of the finest in condition presently known. The styling influenced by the Kentucky Rifle is one of the many reasons for this rifle's popularity.

Condition:
Fine. Brown finish and patina to barrel, relatively moderate scattered oxidation. Gray patina to lock. Mellow patina to brass. Stock sharp and with relatively few nicks or marks.

Estimate: 15000.00-18000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1812 Springfield Armory Flintlock Musket, Type II, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #559 (Sale Order 60 of 229)

.69 caliber, 41 1/2-inch round barrel with top marked "US," left side "V" and eagle head and "P." Right side of barrel breech marked "W." Lockplate marked forward of hammer "US"/[American eagle and shield motif]/SPRINGFIELD" in upward curve. Tail of lock dated 1815. Heel of buttplate also dated "181[last number partially stamped]." Lock screwheads marked with "'" each side of slot. Triggerplate marked "AF." Buttplate marked "XXXVII." Left side of stock opposite lock marked "V" and with circular monogram mark. Oil-finished walnut stock. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "38." Angular socket bayonet measuring 18-inches, marked "US" on blade and "B" on socket.

Approximately 5,000 to 10,000 made of the Type II Model 1812. This example one of the finest known.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Stock with light storage marks. Angular bayonet with gray patina, and scattered relatively light oxidation.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Rare U.S. Model 1814 Flintlock Contract Rifle by Henry Deringer, Philadelphia

Lot #560 (Sale Order 61 of 229)

.69 caliber, 32 3/4-inch part octagonal, part round barrel, with notched blade Kentucky rifle style rear sight, and German brass front sight blade on base dovetailed at muzzle. Left angle flat of barrel breech marked with "P" within oval, adjacent to "CP 42." Lockplate marked "H. DERINGER/PHILA." Inside of lid of brass patchbox with American eagle head finial marked "18." Barrel secured by wedges, without wedgeplates. Oil-finished walnut stock, left side opposite lock and to rear of brass sideplate faintly marked with what appears to be "42" and "CP." Steel ramrod. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "25."

Only approximately seven examples known of this rare rifle. Split contract for 200 with George Tryon. The rifle shares simularities with the U.S. Model 1807 flintlock carbine.

Condition:
Very good. Gray and brown patina to steel, mellow patina to brass. Oxidation primarily in area of breech. Possibly a reconversion to flintlock. Wood with some chipping at upper tang to barrel and forward of frizzen.

Estimate: 7000.00-10000.00

Fine and Rare U.S. Model 1814 Flintlock Rifle by R. Johnson, Middletown, Connecticut

Lot #561 (Sale Order 62 of 229)

.54 caliber, 33 1/2-inch part octagonal, part round barrel, marked at breech "P/US." Top of barrel breech marked "V," marking also on various other parts. Lockplate marked forward of hammer "US/R.JOHNSON/MIDDLETOWN." U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side of stock opposite lock "V/LS." Lock marked "C" inside on all parts. Browned finish, barrel bands left bright, with case-hardened lockplate. Oil-finished walnut stock. To rear of triggerguard, on stock, inspector marking "JJB." Rear lanyard swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "36" on one side and "127" on the other.

Estimated total manufacture of this model by R.Johnson and H. Deringer at only 2,000.

Condition:
Fine. Brown and gray patina to steel. Light storage marks to stock.

Estimate: 7000.00-9000.00

Engraved and Inscribed War 1812 Era Powder Horn of James Cliff

Lot #562 (Sale Order 63 of 229)

The powder horn, handsomely inscribed in serifed letters: "James Cliff's/1814/Property", the word property within a riband. The back side engraved with image of an Chesapeake Bay American sloop, flying a large American flag at stern. Wooden plug with remnants of cork plug remaining. Fitted with a Dixon style adjustable brass charger and spout, probably added circa 1840-50. Size: Approximately 12" long.

Condition:
Good. Showing age wear, light patina and minor worming and losses to base at plug.

Estimate: 1000.00-1500.00

Large U.S. Martial Powder Horn

Lot #563 (Sale Order 64 of 229)

Large powder horn with threaded wooden plug and faceted octagonal spout. Body with stenciled legend: U.S. in black paint. Roped carrying cord. No stopper present. Probably an artillery horn. Size: 14 1/2" long. 3 1/2" plug.

Condition:
Excellent. Showing light age wear and patina.

Estimate: 700.00-900.00

Fine U.S. Model 1813 Flintlock Army Pistol, by Simeon North, Middletown, Connecticut

Lot #564 (Sale Order 65 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 9 1/8-inch barrel, marked at left angle flat "P/US." Lockplate marked forward of hammer "S.NORTH/US." Several parts marked "VI." On left side of stock opposite lock,"V/HHP." Brass pan. Made without fence. Hickory ramrod with metal tip, slotted for cleaning cloth, and threaded at front for worm. Total manufacture in this model of only 626 delivered to the Army and 1,000 to the Navy. This specimen, with fine condition and exceptional markings, is believed to be one of only three known examples.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Spot oxidation left side of barrel breech. Left side of stock with denting, primarily above sideplate. Light repair to two cracks on fore-end, at front tang of triggerguard.

Estimate: 15000.00-20000.00

U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol, by Simeon North

Lot #565 (Sale Order 66 of 229)

U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol, by Simeon North, Middletown, Connecticut. .54 caliber smoothbore, 9 1/4-inch barrel, marked at breech "P/US." Adjacent, the militia marking, "MS." Lockplate forward of hammer with "S. NORTH" in curved marking above American eagle and shield motif, with "U" and "S" to either side, and above curved address marking of "MIDLtn CONN." Case-hardened lockplate, steel parts finished brown. Various small inspector letter stampings of "R. "Walnut stock, left side opposite lock marked with inspector cartouche "LS." Militia marking "MS" near steel sideplate, as are markings of "JP" and "V." Hickory ramrod with slotted steel tip for cleaning cloth, threaded for use of worm. With small circular brass collection tag of Steve D'Arrigo, marked "4."

Condition:
Very good to fine. Markings sharp. 60% brown finish, balance turned gray. Traces case-hardened finish on lock, more visible on inside surface. Light pitting, with spot on left side of barrel. Wood with rich patina, some scattered nicks and storage marks, and with old wax finish. Green and brown patina to brass pan.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Rare U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Army Pistol, by Springfield Armory, Dated 1818

Lot #566 (Sale Order 67 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 11 3/8-inch barrel, with breech markings "P/[eagle head motif]/V" on left side of breech, and date on breech, "1818." Lockplate marked vertically at tail "SPRING/FIELD/1818." Forward of hammer with American eagle and shield motif over "US." Trigger plate stamped "EA" forward of trigger. Tiny "o" stamped on hammer screw and pan and frizzen screws. Walnut stock with inspector marking "S" on left side opposite lock, "RC" on right grip above butt cap for stocker and inspector Russell Curtis. Marking for John Newbury initialed in script on left side of stock. Hickory ramrod with steel tip, slotted for cleaning cloth and threaded for attachment of worm. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "63."
Desirable gooseneck hammer configuration. Total manufactured of Model 1817 at 1,000, of which approximately 400 made with gooseneck hammer. Note also on this variation the curled toe and pointed top to frizzen, spear point to frizzen spring finial and teat-finial to rear of lockplate. The Model 1817 was the first handgun manufactured in quantity at the Springfield Armory, and one of the limited few models of handguns made at the Armory.


Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel with moderate and even surface pitting from oxidation. Stock with nicks on right grip.

Estimate: 15000.00-18000.00

Model 1819 U.S. Flintlock Army Pistol

Lot #567 (Sale Order 68 of 229)

Model 1819 U.S. Flintlock Army Pistol, by Simeon North, Middletown, Connecticut, Dated 1822
.54 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch barrel marked at breech "JDP/P/US." Lockplate with sliding lock for hammer, beneath which the date "1822." Forward of hammer American eagle and shield motif, beneath "S.NORTH." To side of eagle motif, "U" at left and "S" at right. Inspector marking "LS" within cartouche, on left side of stock opposite lock. On left side of stock, adjacent to sideplate: "JD." With brass identification personal collection tag of Steve D'Arrigo, with inventory no. "10."

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray and brown patina to steel, light oxidation. Markings sharp. Smooth patina to stock, scattered light nicks and minor wear.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Fine U.S. Model 1816 Springfield Armory "National Armory Brown" Flintlock Musket, Type II, Dated 182

Lot #568 (Sale Order 69 of 229)

.69 caliber, 42-inch round barrel with left side marked "P[in cartouche]/[eagle head]/V." Barrel tang dated "1826." Lockplate marked forward of hammer with American eagle and shield motif over "US." Tail of lock marked "SPRING/FIELD/1826." Heel of buttplate marked "US." Wood adjacent marked "S/G." Brass pan marked "VO" and "SG." Left side of oil-finished walnut stock opposite lock marked with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouches "JM" and "PH/2." Small "JR" stamped behind triggerguard tang, as well as inspector cartouche "JS." Small "S" on sideplate. Browned finish on all steel excepting lock. Triggerguard sling swivel With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "79." Angular socket bayonet measuring 19 1/4-inches, marked "US/TA" on blade and "13," "P/S," and "30" on socket.

This example one of the finest known of the Type II National Armory Brown flintlock muskets.

Condition:
Fine. Brown patina to steel, relatively moderate oxidation, more pronounced on barrel breech and buttplate. Stock with light storage marks. Angular bayonet with gray patina.

Estimate: 3500.00-5500.00

Fine and Rare U.S. Model 1816 Harpers Ferry "National Armory Bright" Flintlock Musket, Type III, wit

Lot #569 (Sale Order 70 of 229)

.69 caliber, 42-inch round barrel with top marked "G/97," left side "V/[eagle head]/"P." Barrel tang dated "1837." Lockplate marked forward of hammer with American eagle and shield motif over "US." Tail of lock marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1836." Heel of buttplate marked "US." Brass pan marked "BW" and ">1." Left side of oil-finished walnut stock opposite lock marked "AR/V" and with "V" near "I AS." Small "s" stamped behind triggerguard tang. Triggerguard sling swivel With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "44." Angular socket bayonet measuring 19 1/8-inches, marked "US/WL" on blade.
Most of the Type III Model 1816 muskets were converted to percussion, thus a flintlock specimen is rare. This example one of the finest known.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel, relatively moderate oxidation on buttplate. Stock with light storage marks. Angular bayonet with gray patina.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Rare Presentation U.S. Model 1816 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Musket, with Bayonet

Lot #570 (Sale Order 71 of 229)

42 1/8-inch round barrel, finished brown. Left curve of breech marked "V/P/[eagle head motif]." Top of barrel breech marked "T/2/94." On barrel tang light scroll engraving. Lockplate with American eagle and shield forward of hammer, over "US." Tail marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1822." "US" on heel of buttplate. Letter and number markings on various parts. Browned finish to barrel. Remainder of metal parts finished bright, the lockplate case-hardened. Extensive overlays of German silver motifs, primarily five-pointed patriotic stars, of varying sizes. Scroll engraving on German silver sheet overlay at barrel breech of stock, encircling rear tang. Sheet German silver American eagle motif engraved and overlaid on right side of buttstock, with circular escutcheon below for presentation inscription. S-curve sheet German silver scutcheon inlaid on left side of stock, for inscription. Checkered wrist to oil-finished walnut stock. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "81." Angular bayonet

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Lock reconverted to flintlock. Oxidation on face of frizzen. Stock with old cleaning. Some denting to inlays. Bayonet with oxidation, patina of gray and brown.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

Scarce U.S. Model 1817 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Artillery Musket, Dated 1819 on Lockplate

Lot #571 (Sale Order 72 of 229)

.69 caliber, 36-inch round barrel with breech marking of "V/P/[eagle head motif]," near "P" and "27" and "H/a/3." Barrel tang dated "1820." Lockplate forward of hammer marked with American eagle and shield over "US." Tail of lock marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1819." Heel of buttplate stamped "US." Bright steel mountings. Brass pan marked "VC." Hammer marked "VL." Various parts marked "5." Various other markings including "OV" on top jaw and "1c" on frizzen. Oil-finished walnut stock, left side opposite lock with U.S. Ordnance inspector marking difficult to decipher. "VB" stamped adjacent to rear of triggerguard tang and "V/PH" arsenal mark. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "77."

Total quantity estimated at 1,039 at Springfield Armory, and unknown at Harpers Ferry Armory. Some of these guns known to have been issued to U.S. Military Academy cadets, at West Point.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel, with scattered oxidation. Wood with wear, nicks, and some chipping at lock, old cleaning. Crack repaired at wrist below tang.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Common Rifle by Simeon North, Dated 1825

Lot #572 (Sale Order 73 of 229)

.54 caliber, 36-inch round barrel, marked at breech "US/P/JN." Barrel tang dated 1825. Lockplate marked forward of hammer "U.S./S. NORTH." Tail of lock marked "MIDLtn/CONN./1825." U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side of stock opposite lock, "JN." Heel of buttplate marked "U.S." Browned finish, barrel bands left bright, with case-hardened lockplate. Oil-finished walnut stock. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "39."

Simeon North manufactured a total quantity of 7,200 of these arms, from 1824-29.

Condition:
Fine. Rich brown and gray patina to steel. Minor chips and light storage marks to stock.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Lot of 4 Assorted U.S. Triangular Socket Bayonets

Lot #573 (Sale Order 74 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Near mint example of U.S. Model 1873 triangular socket bayonet for the trapdoor rifle. 2) Triangular socket bayonet for the U.S. Model 1855 Remington-Maynard rifle. 3) Variant triangular socket bayonet for the U.S. 1855 rifle musket [see p. 70, Reilly B89]. 4) U.S. triangular socket bayonet with 15 3/4" blade marked: U/U.S. 3" socket marked on right side: G/97. "T"-shaped slot. 5

Condition:
All are good to excellent with age wear, minor pitting and patina.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Fine Second Production U.S. Model 1819 John H. Hall Harpers Ferry Breechloading Rifle, with Bayonet

Lot #575 (Sale Order 75 of 229)

.52 caliber, 32 5/8-inch round barrel, Breechblock marking of "J.H. HALL/H.FERRY/U.S./1838." Iron mountings, brown lacquer finish, with case-hardened breechblock. Oil-finished walnut stock. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "66." With angular bayonet.

The first breechloading U.S. military arm manufactured in large quantities, and adopted as a regulation weapon on a national basis. Hall's rifle is also recognized as the first firearm to be produced successfully with complete parts interchangeability.

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Unfired. Light handling marks. Bayonet with brown patina.

Estimate: 5500.00-7500.00

Fine and Rare U.S. Model 1830 Springfield Armory Flintlock Cadet Musket, Dated 1830, with Bayonet

Lot #576 (Sale Order 76 of 229)

Serial no. 12. .54 caliber smoothbore, 40 1/4-inch round barrel marked "P[in cartouche]/[eagle head]/V" on side of barrel breech. Barrel tang dated "1830." Lockplate marked forward of hammer with American eagle and shield motif over "US." Tail of lock marked vertically "SPRING/FIELD/1830." Varnished walnut stock, without marking on side opposite lock. Small "C" stamped on front triggerguard tang. Heel of buttplate marked "US." Brown finish on all steel parts, with case-hardened lock. Triggerguard sling swivel With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "32." Angular socket bayonet measuring 18 7/8-inches, marked "US/EE" on blade and "16" on socket.

This example designed for cadet use at the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, was approved by the Secretary of War. Only 307 were produced, 153 of them with the 40 1/4-inch barrel.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel with scattered oxidation. Traces brown and case-hardened finish. Stock with moderate nicks, the varnish finish likely from period of use. Bayonet with gray and brown patina.

Estimate: 30000.00-40000.00

Lot of Two U.S. Rifle Bullet Molds

Lot #577 (Sale Order 77 of 229)

Comprising two U.S. marked .50 caliber ball mold with integral sprue nippers at end. One example marked on arm: H.J.G. Length: 7 1/4".

Condition:
Excellent with light wear and patina present.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Lot of Five Kentucky Rifle Style Bullet Molds

Lot #578 (Sale Order 78 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Single-cavity ball mold with cutter. Top leg marked: Hall's Rifle. 2) Single-cavity ball mold with cutter. .69cm. Marked: 16. Pincer style legs. 3) Single-cavity ball mold with cutter. Marked: H. J. G./16. Straight legs. 4) Unmarked single-cavity mold with no cutter. Staight legs. Size: 4 1/2" long. 5) Single-cavity .54 caliber ball mold with cutter. Straight legs. Probably for the Model 1808 martial pistol.

Condition:
All are good to very good with scattered age wear, pitting and patina.

Estimate: 600.00-800.00

Fine U.S. Army Officer's Dirk, c. 1820, with Scabbard

Lot #579 (Sale Order 79 of 229)

10-inch double edge blade, etched with floral scrollwork, American eagle and shield motif with "E Pluribus Unum," and decorative motifs. Turned and faceted ivory grip, with gilt ferrule. Crossguard with turned down terminals forming serpent quillons. Scabbard engraved on obverse with floral and leaf designs and geometric forms, gilt finish. Serpent motif as drag to scabbard. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "17."

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue and gilt finish, with bright polish to blade, and minor oxidation. Ivory grips with mellow patina, cracking. 75% gilt on mounts. Scabbard very good, with traces gilt, scattered denting.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Infantry Officer's Sword, c. 1820-30, with Scabbard

Lot #580 (Sale Order 80 of 229)

32-inch straight single edge blade etched with floral scroll decorations, stands of arms and floral motifs entire length of blade, including acanthus leaf terminals adjacent to hilt. Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and beaded knuckle bow of stirrup type, silver-finished. Plain silver-finished ferrule. Semi-circular beaded branch type Crossguard with flat ball terminal to quillon. Bone grips with carved reed decor. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "14." Scabbard of silver-finished brass, with circular American shield motif and Latin motto "Parta Teuri" on carrying bands.

This sword in high quality of its type, in fine condition.

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue and gilt finish on blade, remainder bright polish, with scattered oxidation, 95% silver finish to hilt with tarnish. Mellow patina to grip. Scabbard black with tarnish from silver finish, minor denting.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1821, with Scabbard

Lot #581 (Sale Order 81 of 229)

32" straight single edge blade etched with floral scroll decorations, classical motifs, stands of arms, and Liberty cap motifs with scrolls. Blade richly blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast and gilt brass American eagle head pommel. Semi-stirrup style knuckle bow with relief cast floral and acorn decorations, continued plain on crossguard terminating in round ball quillon. Langets with relief cast floral motifs. Gilt plain ferrule. Reed carved bone grips. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "44." Gilt brass-mounted leather scabbard with frog stud cast in high relief with 4-pointed star and floral motif.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue and gilding, the bright polish turning gray, with scattered light oxidation. 90% gilding on hilt. Mellow patina to grips with light cracks. Crossguard and pommel loose. Scabbard fine with some cracking and bends to leather, 85% gilt on brass mounts with minor denting.

Estimate: 1800.00-2000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Infantry Field Officer's Sword, c. 1821

Lot #582 (Sale Order 82 of 229)

32-inch straight single edge blade etched with floral scroll decorations, including American eagle and shield, stars, stands of arms and "Warranted." Blade blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast brass American eagle head pommel and beaded knuckle bow of stirrup type, silver-finished. Plain silver-finished ferrule. Semi-circular beaded branch type Crossguard with flat ball terminal to quillon. Ivory grips with carved reed decor. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "29."

Pommel of early eagle head design. This sword an excellent example of its type, in outstanding condition.

Condition:
Fine. 98% blue and gilt finish on blade, remainder bright polish, with minor oxidation, 20% silver finish to hilt with some spots patina, wear and tarnish. Mellow patina to grip with minor cracks.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Eaglehead Hilted Artillery Officer's Sword, c. 1821-40, with Scabbard

Lot #583 (Sale Order 83 of 229)

32-inch straight single edge blade etched with floral scroll decorations, American eagle and shield, classical soldier motif, stand of arms, fanciful woman's portrait motif, and acanthus leaf terminals adjacent to hilt. Blade richly blued, polished bright and gilt. High relief cast and gilt brass American eagle head pommel with cast integral backstrap. Stirrup style knuckle bow with relief cast floral and panel decorations, continued onto floral terminal to quillon. Langets with relief cast floral motifs. Gilt relief cast floral motif ferrule. Finely carved, fluted and checkered ivory grips with shell motif adjacent to ferrule. With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "5." Scabbard of gilt-finished brass, with American eagle and shield motif and floral scrolls, on one side, covering 3/5ths of surface, including coverage at tip. Frog stud cast in high relief with acanthus leaf motif.

Condition:
Fine to excellent. 98% blue and gilt finish on blade, remainder bright steel, 95% gilt finish to hilt with minor tarnish. Mellow patina to grip with some cracks. Hilt slightly loose. Scabbard with 97% gilt, and minor wear.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine U.S. Infantry Officer's Sword, with Pearl Grips, c. 1821-50, with Scabbard

Lot #584 (Sale Order 84 of 229)

31-inch straight double edge blade, with etched scroll decoration. Plumed helmet pommel, with D-type knuckle bow, with relief scroll, floral and panel motifs, with relief cast ferrule, decor continued onto drop quillon terminating in eaglehead motif. Langet on obverse with cast American eagle and shield motif, with scroll and other boder motifs. Mother-of-pearl grips secured by copper wire. Silver-finished brass scabbard profusely engraved on obverse, with floral scroll and border motifs and cast matching decor on frog.

Condition:
Fine. Blade with gray patina, wear, including to etching. Scattered oxidation. Brass parts with tarnish to silver finish. Pearl with fading color, some chipping. Repair to scabbard near tip.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine U.S. Militia Staff Officer's Sword, c. 1840-60, with Scabbard

Lot #585 (Sale Order 85 of 229)

31-inch straight double edge blade, wide center fuller on both sides. Etched blade of floral scrolls with American eagle and shield with banner "E Pluribus Unum," and stand of arms motif. Made with bright and frost finish, with etched marking near ricasso, "Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee/Mass." Gilt cast brass plumed helmet pommel and double chain knucklebow, Relief cast crossguard with star, wreath and classical floral motifs, and floral decor acorn terminals. Carved, ribbed and bordered ivory grips. Gilt brass scabbard with engraved decoration one side, and stamped near throat on obverse, "AMES MFG. CO./CHICOPEE/MASS." With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "3." Scabbard fine with 95% gilt finish, light wear.

Condition:
Fine. Light oxidation on blade, gray patina. 95% gilt finish to hilt, some patina, the pommel loose. Scabbard fine with 90% gilt, some wear and patina. Mellow patina to grips, with light cracks.

Estimate: 1500.00-2500.00

Rare U.S. Model 1826 Flintlock Navy Pistol, by Simeon North, Middletown, Connecticut, Dated 1828

Lot #586 (Sale Order 86 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 8 11/16-inch barrel marked at breech "US/ET/P [in notched-edge circular cartouche]." Brass blade front sight. Tail of lockplate dated "1828." Forward of hammer marked "U.S./S.NORTH." Brass flashpan, without fence. Steel finished brown. Walnut stock with steel belthook on left side. Inspection markings on left side opposite lock of "EF" cartouche, for Lt. Edgar Freeman, USN. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "69."

Total manufactured at 3,000. Majority of manufacture later converted to percussion. Final model of U.S. martial pistol manufactured by Simeon North.

Condition:
Very good. Traces brown finish. Gray patina to steel with scattered oxidation. and brown patina. Stock with wear and nicks, some chipping, more pronounced at tail of lock.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Army Pistol, by A. Waters, Milbury, Massachusetts, Dated 1837

Lot #587 (Sale Order 87 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch barrel, with breech marking of "U S./JH/P." Marked under barrel at breech plug at left side and at back "RR." At right side of breechplug, "JH." Lock marking of American eagle head over "A.WATERS/MILBURY, MS./1837." Walnut stock with inspector cartouche stampings of "JCB" for Joseph C. Bragg and "W.A.T." initials for William Anderson Thornton. Small letter "B" inspector marking on front triggerguard tang. Steel mountings. Brass pan. Case-hardened lockplate, hammer and frizzen. Blued trigger and frizzen spring. Remaining steel parts finished bright. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "71."

Estimated number produced by Asa Waters of 20,000.

Condition:
Fine. Minor patina and storage marks, with light denting on stock above and beneath sideplate. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Army Pistol, by A. Waters, Milbury, Massachusetts, Dated 1838

Lot #588 (Sale Order 88 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch barrel, with breech marking of "U S./NWP/P." Lock marking of American eagle head over "A.WATERS/MILBURY, MS./1838." Walnut stock with inspector cartouche stampings of "JH" and "MPL." Small letters "B" and "T" inspector markings on front triggerguard tang. Small "T" also on sideplate. "D" on lower triggerguard strap. Steel mountings. Brass pan. Case-hardened lockplate, hammer and frizzen. Blued upper tang, trigger and frizzen spring. Remaining steel parts finished bright.

Estimated number produced by Asa Waters of 20,000.

Condition:
Very good. Scattered oxidation on steel, including at barrel breech and on lock at markings. Light storage marks on stock.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol, by R. Johnson, Middletown, Connecticut, Dated 1842

Lot #589 (Sale Order 89 of 229)

.54 smoothbore caliber, 8 1/2-inch barrel, the breech at top marked "U.S./JCB/P." Underside of barrel marked "18/JCB." Lock marking forward of hammer "US./R. JOHNSON/MIDDNn CONN./1842." Inspector markings including "B" on front tang of triggerguard and "H" on left side flat of barrel at breech. Case-hardened hammer, frizzen and lockplate, blued upper tang, breech plug, trigger and frizzen spring, balance of steel in-the-white. Oil-finished walnut stock with inspector markings on left side of "JH" in oval and "W.A.T" within cartouche. With small brass personal catalogue tag of Steven D'Arrigo. Note: Total of R. Johnson pistols of this model at 18,000.

Condition:
Fine. Light pitting to backstrap and triggerguard strap, and on barrel near front sight. Sharp markings and gray patina to steel. Blue fading, but high percentage retained. Fading case-hardened colors. Stock fine.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

Fine and Rare Massachusetts Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Belt Revolver, with 5 1/4-Inch Barrel

Lot #590 (Sale Order 90 of 229)

Serial no. 550. .31 caliber, 6-shot etched cylinder, 5 1/4-inch round barrel, with brass post front sight. Topstrap marked "MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Engraved frame and hammer. Blued finish, with case-hardened frame. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and backstrap. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "28."

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue on barrel, with spots oxidation. Light wear. Cylinder with brown patina and oxidation. Faded case-hardening. 98% silver-plating, tarnished. 95% varnish and light wear on grips. Total quantity made of approximately 1,000. Cased sets rare and tube with primers extremely rare.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Primed Belt Revolver, with Scarce 6 5/8-Inch Barrel

Lot #591 (Sale Order 91 of 229)

Serial no. 736 (141 on barrel lug). .31 caliber, 6-shot etched cylinder, 6 5/8-inch round barrel, with brass post front sight. Topstrap marked "MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Maynard patent priming system, the cover marking including Maynard's Patent and Sept. 22, 1845 date. Engraved primer cover, frame, and hammer. Blued finish, with case-hardened frame. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and backstrap. Varnished walnut grips.
Total quantity made of approximately 1,000.

Condition:
Fine. 45% blue finish on barrel, with spots oxidation. Light wear. 40% blue on cylinder. 75% case-hardening, balance faded. 100% silver-plating and 100% varnish on grips.

Estimate: 1500.00-2500.00

Mahogany Case for Massachusetts Arms Co. Belt Model Revolver, with Rare Container of 7 Tape Primers

Lot #592 (Sale Order 92 of 229)

Varnished mahogany case lined in burgundy velvet, with accessories of powder flask, brass bullet mold with Mass Arms Co. marking, and zinc tube holding seven primer tapes, the brass cover with embossed identifying description including "MAYNARD PATENT" and patent date, as well as name and address of Mass. Arms Co.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Tape primer container and contents fine.

Estimate: 800.00-1100.00

Rare Cased and Engraved Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Primed Pocket Revolver, with Accessories

Lot #593 (Sale Order 93 of 229)

Serial no. 761. .28 caliber, 6-shot etched cylinder 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with brass pin front sight. Topstrap marked "MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Maynard patent priming system, the cover marking including Maynard's Patent and Sept. 22, 1845 date. Engraved primer cover, frame and hammer. Blued finish with varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case with brass bullet mold. Three sets of Maynard primer tapes. Plain powder flask with blued steel spring. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "29."

Limited production of approximately 900 revolvers of this, the manually revolved, earliest type, variation. Button release for hand-turned cylinder on bottom of frame, forward of trigger.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue on cylinder, 75% on primer cover, traces blue on remaining steel parts, which are primarily of gray patina. 100% silver plating on triggerguard, likely of brass. Case and accessories very good to fine. Patina and blemishes on bullet mold. Three primer tape rolls fine.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Fine Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Primed Pocket Revolver, with Automatically Revolved Cylinder

Lot #594 (Sale Order 94 of 229)

Serial no. 547. .28 caliber, 6-shot etched cylinder, 3-inch round and part octagon barrel, with brass pin front sight. Topstrap marked "MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Maynard patent priming system, the cover marking including Maynard's Patent and Sept. 22, 1845 date. Engraved primer cover, frame, and hammer. Blued finish with varnished walnut grips. Blued steel triggerguard. Backstrap marked with patent date Jan. 2, 1855.

Condition:
Fine. 90 to 95% finish, light wear, minor oxidation. 100% varnish on grips.

Estimate: 1000.00-1500.00

Scarce Wesson & Leavitt Pistol Powder Flask with Embossed Revolver

Lot #595 (Sale Order 95 of 229)

Pocket pistol powder flask embossed with vertical image of a Wesson & Leavitt percussion revolver. Spring-loaded plunger type charger with flared spout. Coined ferrule [see p.74 Riling #450].

Condition:
Excellent. Showing nice age patina.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Scarce Pistol Powder Flask Embossed with American Eagle and Massachusetts Arms Co. Markings

Lot #596 (Sale Order 96 of 229)

Copper alloy pistol flask with embossed American eagle on obverse and scrolled border panel on reverse with arm extended upward, holding a pistol, flanked by a stand of flags. Legend in center reading: Massachusetts/Arms Company/Chicopee Falls. Brass spring-loaded charger with steel screws.

Condition:
Excellent with light wear, patina and minor dents.

Estimate: 150.00-300.00

Fine and Rare Massachusetts Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Dragoon Revolver, with 7 3/16-Inch Barrel

Lot #597 (Sale Order 97 of 229)

Serial no. 315. .40 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 3/16-inch round barrel. with brass blade front sight. Topstrap with notched blade rear sight, the topstrap marked "MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Lock marked "WESSON'S & LEAVITT'S PATENT." Back of cylinder with marking "LEAVITT'S PATENT APRIL 29, 1837." Bevel gear marked "WESSON'S PATENT AUG. 28. 1849." No marking visible on barrel latch. Plain frame and hammer, without engraving. Blued finish, with case-hardened frame. Plain brass triggerguard. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "49."
Total quantity made of approximately 800. This rare model one of the most sought after of American percussion revolvers.

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue on backstrap, balance of finish faded to brown, with light oxidation. Grips with light nicks and minor wear, small chip at butt of right panel.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine Massachusetts Arms Co. Adams Patent Double Action Navy Revolver

Lot #598 (Sale Order 98 of 229)

Serial no. 294. .36 caliber, 5-shot cylinder, 6-inch octagonal barrel, the topstrap over cylinder marked "MANUFACTURED BY/MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS." Left side of frame marked with serial number and reference to Adams Patent of May 3d, 1858.On right side of frame, reference to patent of June 3, 1856. On loading lever, Kerr's Patent, of April 14, 1857. Blued finish, with varnished and checkered grip panels.

Only a few hundred were manufactured of this model of revolver.

Condition:
Fine. Markings sharp. 75% blue, fading to brown. Scattered light oxidation. Grips fine. Missing grip screw.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Rare Engraved American Powder Horn of "Black Hawk War" Ca. 1841

Lot #599 (Sale Order 99 of 229)

The medium size powder horn, classic example, rare form and historical, beautifully curved and patinaed. Exquisitely engraved with large American eagle, Union shield and E.Pluribus Unum riband. Large figure of a buckskin-clad Indian labeled "Tecumseh". Flanked by a large depiction of an American military officer with raised sword and dog at his feet, backed by a scrolling riband with legend: "General Harrison" and bold panel with date "1841." Tinted a rich ochre color, typical of those from this period. Domed wooden plug with brass stud finial. Nicely carved spout with wooden plug.

Condition:
Excellent with small, stable old hairline crack at base.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

U.S. Clasped Hands "Peace" Pattern Powder Flask

Lot #600 (Sale Order 100 of 229)

Standard pattern flask of copper alloy with embossed American eagle, clasped hands and flag and arms panoply images on both sides. Top with brass spring-loaded three-position charger marked: N.P. Ames/WAT/P/1846. Two-ring mounts [see Riling 859].

Condition:
Excellent with light age wear and rich patina. Minor dent on one side.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Batty U.S. Clasped Hands "Peace" Pattern Powder Flask

Lot #601 (Sale Order 101 of 229)

Standard pattern copper flask with embossed clasped hands vignette surrounded by a rayed sunburst and ring of 20 stars, surmounted by an American eagle. Below is a panoply of flags and arms surmounted with a Union shield marked: U.S. Two ring mounts. Topped with 4-position spring-loaded graduated charger marked: Batty/ADK/RHKW/1854. Image is same on both sides of flask. Two ring mounts [see Riling #861]. This pattern flask was used with the Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifle.

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Retaining approx. 50-60% lacquer finish, the remainder blending with patina.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Rare U.S. "Bugle" Powder Flask with American Eagle Motifs and Maker's Marking

Lot #602 (Sale Order 102 of 229)

The copper alloy powder flask, the front and back with embossed vignette of an American eagle with claws holding a clutch of arrows in right claw and olive branch in left claw. Beneath eagle is a bugle with the embossed letters U.S. within the horn. Two large ring mounts. Brass three-position spring-loaded charger marked: Dingee/New York. Coined edge border ring on charger top. This pattern flask was used with the Model 1819 Hall or the "Mississippi" rifle. Made under February 20, 1832 and June, 1832 contracts. Approximately 8000 of this pattern flask were manufactured [see Riling #856]. A rare and desirable martial powder flask.

Condition:
Excellent. Showing mellow age patina with slight traces of bright copper remaining in protected areas. A few minor dents present.

Estimate: 700.00-900.00

U.S. Powder Flask with "Public Property" and Bugle Embossings

Lot #603 (Sale Order 103 of 229)

Standard pattern copper alloy flask embossed with bugles on both sides and the legend "Public Property" on obverse only. Four ring mounts. Spring-loaded charger top with coined edge. This pattern flask was made under contract with Wickham & Company of Philadelphia in 1823. 1150 units were delivered, probably imported from England as were later orders of Sept. 1824. Orders in 1826 and 1827 were through James Baker. A total of 7650 Public Property flasks were manufactured and approximately 90% were copper finished [see Riling #853].

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Several minor dents present, otherwise near mint.

Estimate: 800.00-1000.00

Rare Colt's Patent Walker Pattern Powder Flask with Ball Compartment

Lot #604 (Sale Order 104 of 229)

Standard pattern brass flask with embossed stand of flags, cannon and mortar, crossed Colt revolvers and "Colt's Patent" riband at bottom. Image repeated on both sides of flask. Two ring mounts [one missing]. Brass charger top with separate cavity for ball storage. Lid marked: Colt's Patent [see Riling #826].

Condition:
Excellent. Showing light age wear and patina. One ring mount missing.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Packet of Combustible Colt Cartridges for Revolving Belt Pistol

Lot #605 (Sale Order 105 of 229)

Shellacked paper label reading: "5 Combustible Envelope/CARTRIDGES,/Made of Hazard's Powder/Expressly for/Col. Colt's Patent/Revolving Belt Pistol./Address/Colt's Cartridge Works./Hartford, Conn./U.S. America." [see Rapley #C7]

Condition:

Estimate: 100.00-300.00

Packet of Combustible Cartridges for Revolving Holster Pistols

Lot #606 (Sale Order 106 of 229)

Shellacked paper label reading: "6 Combustible Envelope/CARTRIDGES/Made of American Powder Co's Poeder,/For Remingtons's, Colt's, and Other/Revolving Holster Pistol,/44-100 inch Calibre./Warranted Superior Quality. Size: 3" X 1 5/8" X 1/2".

Condition:
Excellent. Shrink-wrapped. Minor age discoloration.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Rare U.S. Model 1842 Navy Pistol with Rifled Barrel, by Henry Deringer

Lot #607 (Sale Order 107 of 229)

.54 caliber rifled barrel of 6-inch length, with browned finish, and without markings (as standard). Box lock marked "US/DERINGER/PHILADELA." Steel notched rear sight blade on barrel tang and brass pin front sight. No inspector markings on walnut stock or on other parts. Browned barrel, with balance bright steel. Brass mountings. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "16."

Only 300 of the U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Navy pistols were accepted by U.s. Navy, out of an estimated 1,200 manufactured. Rare variation, of which less than 200 made, has deep seven-groove rifled barrel - as is this specimen.

Model of importance historically as the first U.S. issue standard model handgun with rifled barrels. The Model 1842 was also the first U.S. martial percussion pistol made and delivered under government contract.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 40-45% browned finish on barrel, with scattered oxidation. Mellow patina to brass. Stock fine with light handling marks.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Pistol by H. Aston, Dated 1850

Lot #608 (Sale Order 108 of 229)

.54 cal. smoothbore, 8-1/2" barrel, marked at breech "US/GW/P." Left flat of barrel stamped with inspector marking "JH." Upper tang dated 1850. Lockplate makred "US/H.ASTON" forward of hammer. To rear of hammer, vertically, "MIDDLtn/CONN.1850." Various small letter stampings of H and P. Left side of walnut stock opposite lock with inspector cartouches "JH" and "W.A.T." Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "12." Blued trigger. Approx. 6,000 made.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, Minor surface oxidation. Mellow patina to brass. Stock fine, with light handling marks.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Rare U.S. Model 1842 Palmetto Armory Percussion Army Pistol, by Wm. Glaze & Co.

Lot #609 (Sale Order 109 of 229)

Rare U.S. Model 1842 Palmetto Armory Percussion Army Pistol, by Wm. Glaze & Co.
.54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch barrel marked at breech "P/V/[Palmetto tree motif]." Barrel tang marked with date "1853." Left flat of barrel breech stamped "WM. GLAZE & CO." Lockplate marked at tail "COLUMBIA/S.C. 1852." Lockplate marked forward of hammer with "PALMETTO ARMORY S * C" encircling Palmetto tree motif. Walnut stock with brass mountings. With small brass personal collection tag of Steve D'Arrigo, marked "8."
One of the most rare and desireable of U.S. Martial pistols, the Palmetto Armory variation was manufactured in a quantity of only 1,000. These pistols were made for use by South Carolina militia, and many saw service in Rebel hands, during the Civil War.
See "William Glaze & the Palmetto Armory, by J.A. Meyer; and "The Origin of the Palmetto Pistols, by L.F. Southard, in issue No. 5, 2000, of "Man At Arms" magazine.
Provenance: Dr. James R. Lucie.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Sharp markings. Gray patina to steel, with light pitting. Mellow patina to brass. Stock with light wear, minor nicks.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1842 Army Percussion Pistol, by I. Johnson, Middletown, Connecticut, Dated 1855 on L

Lot #610 (Sale Order 110 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 8-1/2" barrel marked at breech "Us/GW/P." Upper tang of barrel dated "1850." Lockplate marked forward of hammer "US/I.N.JOHNSON." Lock at tail marked "MIDDtn/CONN/1855." Blued nipple and trigger. Brass mountings. Walnut stock without inspector markings. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "78." Estimated total made by I.N. Johnson of 10,000.

Condition:
Fine. Minor patina and storage marks. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 3000.00-5000.00

Rare U.S. Model 1840 Springfield Armory Flintlock Musket, Dated 1842, with Bayonet

Lot #611 (Sale Order 111 of 229)

.69 caliber smoothbore, 42-inch round barrel with left flat side marked "N H" for New Hampshire. Left curve of breech marked "V/P/[eagle head]" Barrel tang dated "1842." Lockplate marked forward of hammer with American eagle and shield motif over "US." Tail of lock marked vertically "SPRING/FIELD/1842." Brass pan marked "D." Left side of oil-finished walnut stock opposite lock marked with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouches "JS" and "DW." Small "SRC" stamped behind triggerguard tang. Bright finish on all steel parts. Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "34." Angular socket bayonet measuring 20 1/2-inches, marked "US" on blade.

This example one of the finest known of the Model 1840 Springfield Armory musket, the last standard model made in flintlock. Original designation was the Model 1835. Most of the Model 1840 muskets were converted to percussion, making those in flintlock rarities.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel with scattered oxidation. Stock lightly cleaned and with moderate nicks and mars. Bayonet with gray patina and light and scattered oxidation.

Estimate: 7000.00-9000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1841 Harpers Ferry "Mississippi Rifle," Dated 1851, with Saber Bayonet

Lot #612 (Sale Order 112 of 229)

.54 caliber smoothbore, 33-inch round barrel marked "WW/D" and "V/P/[eagle head]." Standard sights. Tail of lockplate marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1851." American eagle and shield stamping over "US." forward of hammer. Browned barrel with case-hardened lock. Brass mountings. U.S. Ordnance inspector marking "JLR" on left side of stock, opposite lock. Some parts marked "5." Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "30." Brass-hilted saber bayonet with number on top of grip, "5612." Overall length, 30 1/4-inches.

Condition:
Fine. Brown barrel fading and with some oxidation. Brown patina to lock. Mellow patina to brass. Stock with smooth and vibrant patina. Bayonet with gray patina to blade, oxidation, mellow patina to brass with some nicks.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1842 Harpers Ferry Musket, Dated 1847, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #613 (Sale Order 113 of 229)

.69 caliber. 42-inch round barrel, the breech with "V/P/[eagle head motif]" as well as "AR/P." Tang dated 1847. Lockplate forward of hammer marked with American eagle and shield over "US." Tail of lock marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1847." Heel of buttplate marked "US." Oil-finished stock without inspector's marking on left side opposite lock. Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "58." Angular socket bayonet marked "U.S."

Ex Collection: Colonel Berkeley R. Lewis.

Condition:
Gray patina to steel. Stock with minor storage marks. Light patina to bayonet.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1842 Musket, By Springfield Armory, Dated 1853, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #614 (Sale Order 114 of 229)

.69 caliber, 42-inch round barrel, breech marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Barrel tang dated 1853. Lockplate with American eagle and shield over "US." Tail of lock marked "SPRING/FIELD/1853." U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche marking "JS" on left side of stock opposite lock. Bright finish, with blued trigger. Oil-finished walnut stock. Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "68." Angular socket bayonet marked "U.S."

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Gray patina to steel. Stock with light storage marks on bottom of fore-end. Scattered oxidation on bayonet.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

U.S. Navy "Fouled Anchor" Powder Flask with Lanyard

Lot #615 (Sale Order 115 of 229)

Standard pattern flask with spring-loaded charger marked: Adams/J.S.P.[James S. Palmer]/1846. Both sides of flask with embossed anchor and U.S.N. legend. Two ring mounts. Green cord lanyard with tassles [see Riling #865].

Condition:
Excellent to mint. Showing scattered light wear and age patina. Lanyard with some fraying.

Estimate: 800.00-1000.00

Rare U.S.-Marked Early First Model Colt Dragoon Revolver

Lot #616 (Sale Order 116 of 229)

Serial no. 1421 (421 on bottom of wedge, and on bottom of cylinder pin). .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder with Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian roll scene with "MODEL U.S.M.R." included within scene rolled about stamped serial number. 7 1/2-inch barrel, marked on top of lug reading breech in direction of muzzle "[curved line] ADDRESS, SAMl COLT NEW-YORK CITY." Left side of frame stamped near center "COLT'S/PATENT/U.S." Top flat of loading lever lug stamped "43," matching number on bottom of breech end of barrel where meets lug, and appears to match that on loading lever spring-latch (3 visible without taking apart). Aperture bore on face of hammer to engage single safety pin on cylinder breech. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished Walnut grips. V-shaped mainspring. Serial number markings in tiny numerals.
Serial 1421 was manufactured in 1848, at the beginning of the First Model range which began at approximately 1341. This revolver was in the first batch produced of the First Model Dragoons, which reached a total approximately 8,000.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina overall, with light and scattered surface oxidation. Cylinder scene 80%. Markings sharp. Single cylinder safety pin partially mashed. Bright bore. Traces silver-plating on gripstraps. Grips with 40% varnish, wear, and with chips from left panel adjacent to triggerguard bolster and at front of butt.

Estimate: 15000.00-25000.00

Rare Colt Baby Dragoon Model 1848 Pocket Revolver, with Oval Silver Escutcheon Inlays on Grips

Lot #617 (Sale Order 117 of 229)

Serial no. 10029. .31 caliber, 5-shot cylinder with Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight roll scene. 5-inch barrel with two-line "- ADDRESS SAMl COLT/NEW-YORK CITY -" on top, reading from breech to muzzle. Brass pin front sight. Number "029" on bottom of wedge. "10029" on bottom of cylinder pin, scalloped at tip for use as rammer. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in small letters. "T" inspector marking on back of barrel breech. Variation with thin triggerguard strap bolsters, short trigger, oval stops in cylinder, appears also to have had single safety pin on cylinder breech. Case-hardened frame and hammer, balance of steel parts blued. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished slim Jim walnut grips, with small oval silver plaque pinned and inlaid on left panel and larger oval plaque inlaid and screwed into place on right panel. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "5."
See R.M. Jordan and D. Watt, Colt's Pocket '49 Its Evolution Including Baby Dragoon and Wells Fargo, for details on this variation. The silver plaque inlays on the walnut grips are contemporary with the revolver's date of manufacture and should be compared with a Baby Dragoon revolver pictured ine Metropolitan Museum of Art publication of 1942, TK, page TK, serial no. TK. That revolver is exhibited in the Museum's Robert M. Lee gallery, featuring Colt firearms from the John E. Parsons, Jerry D. Berger and George and Butonne Repaire collections

in the Metropolitan Museum of Art publication of 1942, “Catalogue of a Loan Exhibition of Percussion Colt Revolvers and Conversions 1836-1873,” by John E. Parsons. The description in this monograph notes: “Item 40, Presentation Pocket Model of 1848. See plate xvi.” The data and illustration further note: “. . . . oval gold plate in left handle, marked: “Pr

Scarce Pocket Pistol Powder Flask Embossed with Colt Baby Dragoon Revolver Motif

Lot #618 (Sale Order 118 of 229)

Lacquer-finished copper alloy pocket pistol powder flask with spring-loaded charger and tapered spout. Obverse with highly embossed vertical image of a Colt baby dragoon revolver with hammer cocked [see p. 299 Riling #453 & 451].

Condition:
Excellent to mint, retaining approximately 90-95% lacquer finish. An exceptional example.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Fine Cased and Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Model Revolver, by Gustave Young

Lot #619 (Sale Order 119 of 229)

Serial no. 108861/. .31 caliber, 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene, top of 4-inch barrel inscribed "Saml Colt" in olde English. Left side of frame engraved within cartouche, "CoLTS/PATENT."
Finely cut scroll and border engraving in a deluxe version of the No. 2 American style on barrel, loading lever lug, wedge, frame, wolf-head hammer and brass gripstraps. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer, silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished select walnut grips. Triggerguard With small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "7." Varnished mahogany case, partitioned in the American style in burgundy velvet. Accessories of eagle and shield powder flask, brass two-cavity bullet mold with "COLTS/PATENT" marking, blued steel L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, can of Eley Bros. percussion caps, and miscellaneous cast lead projectiles. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "7."

See R.L. Wilson, The Colt Engraving Book, volume one, chapter 3, on Gustave Young and his shop, for comparable examples. The crisp quality of engraving and other details reveal this to be engraved by Young himself, and of a superior coverage than the standard No. 2 style.

Condition:
Fine. 80% blue on barrel, 40% on cylinder, with sharp cylinder scene. Case-hardening 85% and fading. Engraving and markings crisp and sharp. Traces visible of Orsmby signature on roll engraved cylinder scene.Safety pins on cylinder intact, excepting two partially mashed. 100% varnish with minor storage marks. 98% silver-plating on brass gripstraps. Case fine with crack on lid, scattered light wear. Interior fine, accessories very good to fine.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Colt Model 1849 Wells Fargo Pocket Revolver, with 3-Inch Barrel

Lot #620 (Sale Order 120 of 229)

Serial no. 122183 (no. 8 beneath marking on bottom of frame, triggerguard and buttstrap). .31 cal., 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene. 3" barrel made without loading lever, with two-line bracketed "ADDRESS SAMl COLT NEW YORK CITY" on top. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." Cylinder pin cupped for use as rammer. Blued finish, with case-hardened frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "14."

Condition:
Good to very good. Gray patina with surface oxidation, wear. 35% cylinder scene remaining, safety pins mashed. Grips worn and old replacements.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Fine Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, with Crisp Cylinder Roll Scene

Lot #621 (Sale Order 121 of 229)

Serial no. 27761. .31 caliber, 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene. 5-inch barrel with two-line bracketed "ADDRESS SAMl COLT/NEW-YORK CITY" on top. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in small letters. "7761" stamped on top of loading lever lug. "T" on right side of triggerguard bolster. Cylinder safety pins intact. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever lug, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "3."

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Unfired. 95% blue, 95% color case-hardening, fading. 98% silver-plating, tarnished. 100% varnish on grips. Minor storage marks. Minor tracking lines on cylinder.

Estimate: 2000.00-3000.00

Fine Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, with Large Triggerguard and 6-Inch Barrel

Lot #622 (Sale Order 122 of 229)

Serial no. 236852 (36883 on cylinder). .31 caliber, 6-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene. 6-inch barrel with one-line "ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" on top. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." Portion of serial number,"6852," stamped on top of loading lever lug. "31 CAL" on left side of triggerguard bolster. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever lug, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "42."

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue on cylinder, 80% on barrel with some flaking and spot oxidation on left side near muzzle. 95% color case-hardening. 25% silver-plating, tarnished. 100% varnish on grips. Minor storage marks. Two of six cylinder safety pins mashed, others excellent. Minor tracking lines on cylinder.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Varnished Mahogany Case with Accessories, for 6-Inch Model 1849 Pocket Revolver with Large Triggergu

Lot #623 (Sale Order 123 of 229)

Measuring 12-inches x 5 7/8-inches, lined in burgundy velvet in the American style, with accessories of American eagle and shield flask, brass bullet mold marked "COLTS/PATENT," tin of Eley Bros. caps, packet of combustible cartridges by Colt's Cartridge Works, blued L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, and miscellaneous lead projectiles.

Condition:
Very good. Cracks on lid and old revarnish to exterior, wear to lining, mold good with dents and wear, packet of cartridges fine. "Directions for Loading Colt's Pistols" in lid of modern date. Some re-gluing to case and lining.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Two Packets of Colt's Combustible Cartridges for the Pocket Pistol

Lot #624 (Sale Order 124 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Shellacked paper label reading: "5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/ Made of Hazard's Powder/Expressly for/Col. Colt's Patent/New Model/Revolving Pocket Pistol./265/1000 inch Calibre./Address Colt's Cartridge Works./Hartford, Conn./U.S. America". 2) "5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/ Made of Hazard's Powder/Expressly for/Col. Colt's Patent/New Model/Revolving Pocket Pistol./31/100 inch Calibre./Address Colt's Cartridge Works./Hartford, Conn./U.S. America" [see pages 388 & 390 of Rapley, #C15 & #C16].

Condition:
Both are excellent. Both are shrink-wrapped.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Lot of Two Packets of Colt's Combustible Cartridges for the .31 Caliber Pocket Pistol

Lot #625 (Sale Order 125 of 229)

Comprising two packets with identical labels, one example with 5 cartridges, the other with 6 cartridges. Labels read accordingly: [5 or 6] Combustible Envelope/Cartridges,/Made of Hazard's Powder/Expressly For/Co. Colt's Patent/Revolving/Pocket Pistol/Address/Colt's Cartridge Works/Hartford, Conn./U.S. America. Both are shrink-wrapped [see p. 386 Rapley #C10 & #C11].

Condition:
Both are excellent. The 5-cartridge pack has minor perforation on one side, not effecting label. Both pull wires are intact.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Lot of Two Packets of Combustible Cartridges for Pocket and Police Pistols

Lot #626 (Sale Order 126 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Shellacked paper label reading: "5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/Made of Hazard's Powder,/For Either Colt's or Whitney's/Revolving Pocket Pistols,/.31-100 inch Calibre./Warranted Superior Quality." 2) Shellacked paper label reading: " 5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/Made of Hazard's Powder,/For Either Colt's or Whitney's/Police Pistols/.36-100 inch Calibre./Warranted Superior Quality."

Condition:
Both are excellent with light age wear and patina. Both are shrink-wrapped.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Lot of Six Assorted Percussion Cap Tins and Boxes

Lot #627 (Sale Order 127 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Near mint example of a japanned No. 6 Eley cap tin with paper label reading: Waterproof/Pistol Caps/of the best quality/W & C. Eley,/Manufacturers/London. Contains caps. 2) Jappaned Eley cap tin with paper label reading: Patentees London/Eley's/Double Waterproof/Central Fire/Percussion Caps. 3) Hicks French green paper cap box with blue label reading: Amorces Cannelees Fendues/100/G.D./Qualites Superieure.Contains some caps. 4) UMC cap tin. Label reading: The Union Metallic Cartridge Co./Bridgeport, Connecticut/Cental Fire/Trimmed Edge/Foiled Lined/Percussion Caps. Sealed tin. 5) Rare orange label Eley tin. Label reading: Anticorrosive Percussion/Caps/Warranted/Eley Bros./London [label faded]. 6) Small japanned cap tin with green label reading: J. Goldmark/100/Metal Lined/ Double Waterproof/Caps/Made for U.S. Government/Colt's Pt./Belt & Pocket/Pistols/Manufacturer, New York.

Condition:
All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina. Some labels are faded or stained.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Six Assorted Eley Percussion Cap Tins

Lot #628 (Sale Order 128 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Sealed unopened small No. 14 size japanned cap tin with embossed lid reading: "Eley Bros./London". 2) Sealed unopened small No. 14 size japanned cap tin with embossed lid reading: "Eley/London". 3) Opened large size japanned cap tin with embossed legend: "Eley Bros./London. Contents intact. 4) Green finished No. 14 size cap tin with embossed lid reading: "Eley/London". Contains caps. 5) Two unmarked cap tins, both japanned, one with associated gold-finished lid.

Condition:
All are excellent with light storage wear present.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

American Eagle and Shield Powder Flask for Pocket Revolver

Lot #629 (Sale Order 129 of 229)

The unmarked copper alloy pistol flask with embossed American eagle, surmounted by crossed pistols. Spring-loaded charger [see Riling # 763].

Condition:
Excellent with light age wear and patina.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

American Eagle and Shield Powder Flask for Colt Pocket Revolver

Lot #630 (Sale Order 130 of 229)

Copper alloy flask with eagle, shield, stars, crossed pistols and E. Pluribus riband motifs but lacking the Colt's Patent legend. Brass spring-loaded charger with steel screws [see p. 340, Riling #754].

Condition:
Excellent. Light age wear and nice patina. No dents.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Pocket Flask for Colt Pocket Revolver, Embossed with American Eagle Motifs

Lot #631 (Sale Order 131 of 229)

Standard pattern copper alloy pocket pistol flask embossed on both sides with standing American eagle. Spring-loaded charger with steel screws [see p. 340 Riling #761].

Condition:
Excellent with dark original age patina.

Estimate: 350.00-500.00

Colt's Patent American Eagle and Shield Powder Flask for Pocket Revolver

Lot #632 (Sale Order 132 of 229)

Standard pattern Colt pistol flask with embossed eagle, shield, stars, crossed pistols, E. Pluribus Unum riband and swaged outline [see p. 144, Rapley #F7] and [Riling #811].

Condition:
Excellent with light olive age patina. Tiny dent on reverse.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Lot of Five Assorted .31 Caliber Bullet Molds for Colt Percussion Revolvers

Lot #633 (Sale Order 133 of 229)

All are two-cavity examples including: 1) Blued "Colt's Patent" straight-leg example [Rapley #M16]. 2) Another blued similarly marked example. 3) Another blued stright-leg example [Rapley #M15]. 4) Brass "Colt's Patent" example for a Baby Dragoon revolver, with tiny "S" stamped behind rear cavity on right leg [Rapley #M12]. 5) Blued, bow-leg iron mold with letter "L" stamped beneath Colt's Patent legend and a numeral "2" beside sprue cutter slot [see Rapley #M27].

Condition:
All are very good to excellent with scattered wear, minor marks and age patina.

Estimate: 800.00-1000.00

U.S. Model 1851 Cadet Musket, the Lock Dated 1852, with Bayonet

Lot #634 (Sale Order 134 of 229)

.57 caliber smoothbore. 40-inch round barrel, breech marked "V/P/[eagle head motif]." Tang dated 1853. Lock with American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, above "US." Tail of lock marked "SPRING/FIELD/1852." Made without inspector's marks on stock. Oil-finished stock. Heel of buttplate marked "1822." Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "72." Angular bayonet marked "US."

Total production of 4,000, for issue to various states for military schools.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Minor storage marks. Oxidation primarily on bayonet.

Estimate: 1500.00-2500.00

Fine and Scarce Brass Mounted U.S. Model 1855 Harpers Ferry Rifle, Lock Dated 1856, with Saber Bayon

Lot #635 (Sale Order 135 of 229)

.58 caliber, 33-inch round barrel, "V/P/[eagle head motif]" on left angle flat of barrel breech. Top of barrel breech dated "1858." Long range rear sight. Fixed front sight. Lockplate with "U.S./HARPERS FERRY" forward of priming lid, latter with American eagle and shield stamping. Tail of lock dated 1856. Heel of buttplate with "US." and number "39." Browned barrel. Brass mountings. U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side of stock, opposite lock. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "22." Brass-hilted saber bayonet identified as item #69 in Hardin reference book. Overall length, 26 5/8-inches, marked "6" on top of grip. Worm for ramrod in patchbox.

3,544 specimens manufactured with brass mountings. Approximately 2,800 destroyed in fire at Harpers Ferry, when captured by Confederate forces, in April 1861.

Ex Collection: Col. Berkeley R. Lewis

Condition:
Fine. Brown barrel fading and with some oxidation. Gray and brown patina to lock. Mellow patina to brass. Stock with smooth and vibrant appearance. Dents on buttplate. Bayonet with gray patina to blade, light oxidation, mellow patina to brass with some nicks.

Estimate: 12000.00-15000.00

Fine Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver, with Crisp Cylinder Roll Scene and Small Oval Triggerguard

Lot #636 (Sale Order 136 of 229)

Serial no. 10072. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder with naval engagement roll scene. 7 1/2-inch barrel with one-line "- ADDRESS SAMl COLT NEW-YORK CITY -" on top. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in small letters. "10072" stamped on top of loading lever lug. "T" on right side of triggerguard bolster. "B" on left side of front bow of triggerguard. Cylinder safety pins intact. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever lug, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "61."

Condition:
Fine to excellent. Unfired. 95% blue, 90% color case-hardening, fading. 100% silver-plating, tarnished. 100% varnish on grips. Cylinder scene excellent, as are all six safety pins. Minor storage marks. Spot oxidation on top of barrel at breech.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Replica of Colt Model 1860 Army Powder Flask

Lot #637 (Sale Order 137 of 229)

Standard pattern reproduction cannon and flags pattern flask with longer sloped spring-loaded charger for the Army model revolver.

Condition:
Excellent as described.

Estimate: 50.00-100.00

Replica of Shoulder Stock for Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Lot #638 (Sale Order 138 of 229)

With Brass Mountings, and blued steel mounts.

Condition:

Estimate: 150.00-250.00

Scarce Packet of Colt's Combustible Cartridges for the New Model Pocket Pistol

Lot #639 (Sale Order 139 of 229)

With shellacked paper label reading: "5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges,/Made of Hazard's Powder/Expressly For/Col. Colt's Patent/New Model/Revolving/Pocket Pistol./.36-100 inch Calibre./Address Colt's Cartridge Works/Hartford, Conn./U.S. America." [see p.394, Rapley #C26]

Condition:
Excellent to mint.

Estimate: 150.00-300.00

Lot of Two Scarce Packets of Combustible Navy Pistol Cartridges by D.C. Sage & Co.

Lot #640 (Sale Order 140 of 229)

Comprising: 1) With paper label reading: "Six Seamless Skin/Cartridges,/With Percussion Caps/For Colt's, Whitney or Remington's/Navy Pistol. 36-100 Caliber/Hotchkiss' Patent, Feb. 11, 1862./Manufactured for W.J. Syms & Bro/300, Broadway, N.Y./by D.C. Sage, Middletown, Conn." 2) With paper label reading: "Six Seamless Skin/Cartridges,/Made of Hazard's Powder,/For Colt's Navy Pistol./17grs./.36-100 Caliber/Hotchkiss' Patent Feb. 11th, 1862./Manufactured by D.C. Sage & Co./Middletown, Conn., U.S.A./W.J. Syms & Bro. Sole Agents 300 Broadway, N.Y."

Condition:
Both are excellent to mint. Both are shrink-wrapped.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Fine Cased Colt Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver, Model 2

Lot #641 (Sale Order 141 of 229)

Serial no. 4385. .28 caliber, 5-shot cylinder with cabin and Indian cylinder roll scene. 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with standard maker, 1855 patent and address marking, with pointing hand motif. Blued finish with case-hardened loading lever and hammer. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "13." Varnished mahogany case, lined in the American style, with dark blue velvet. Accessories of American eagle and shield flask, brass bullet mold with steel sprue cutter marked "COLTS/PATENT," can of Eley Bros. caps, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, key and miscellaneous lead projectiles.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue on barrel and frame, 75% case-hardening, fading. Cylinder scene fine, gray patina with minor surface oxidation. 100% varnish. Light nicks and minor wear. Case and accessories very good to fine. Two cracks on case lid, dents on bullet mold and light denting to flask. Screwdriver/nipple wrench old reblue.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Scarce U.S. Model 1855 Springfield Armory Percussion Pistol Carbine, Barrel Dated 1855, with Attacha

Lot #642 (Sale Order 142 of 229)

.58 caliber rifled, with 12-inch barrel, marked at breech angle flat "V/P/[eagle head motif]." Barrel tang with rare date "1855" and with standard folding leaf rear sights graduated to 400 yards. Lock with Maynard primer lid stamped with American eagle and shield motif. Rear of lock at tail dated "1856." Front of lock marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD." Batch no. "1" marked on brass buttcap. All metal parts finished bright. Walnut stock with "JS" inspector cartouche marking on left side opposite lock. Walnut attachable buttstock yoke marked with batch no. "3" on bottom, buttplate stamped "US" on top of heel. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "76."

Total manufactured of 4,021. Pistols rarely encountered with matching buttstock number, and generally found with 1856 barrel tang date marking, rather than the more desirable 1855 as on this specimen. Model 1855 with stock among the most popular of single shot military pistols. Issue for service included to 1st and 2nd U.S. Cavalry in the West. This model among the few U.S. handguns made by the Springfield Armory, shared also with Model 1817 Flintlock Pistol and the Colt Model 1911 Automatic.

Condition:
Very good to fine. Steel with gray patina, minor oxidation. Mellow patina to brass, with scattered nicks. Stock to pistol with nicks and mars on left side, more pronounced at grip. Shoulder stock with scattered nicks.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Colt Gang Mold for .44 Caliber HartfordSix-Cavity Gang Mold for the Colt Hartford Revolving Military

Lot #643 (Sale Order 143 of 229)

Standard pattern gang mold in .44 caliber. Arms of handles marked: C. Wooden handles with brass ferrules. Right ferrule marked: 148. Length: Unchanneled sprue cutter. 13" overall [see p.78, The Book of Colt Firearms by Sutherland & Wilson].

Condition:
Very good. Showing light age wear and patina. Handles with minor nicks and blemishes.

Estimate: 1200.00-1800.00

Lot of 14 Miscellaneous Accessories for Military and Civilian Firearms

Lot #644 (Sale Order 144 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Punch tool for the U.S. Model 1855 rifle. 2) U.S. Model 1855 rifle tool and nipple wrench. 3) U.S. Model 1879 rifle tool and wrench. 3) Mainspring armorer's tool for a U.S. Model 1863 Musket. 4) Mainspring armorer's tool for an unknown, possibly English martial musket. 5) Three assorted ball wormers. 6) "L"-shaped combo nipple wrench and screwdriver. 6) Two U.S. Model 1861 musket tools, one with two screwdriver blades and one with three. 7) One unmarked cartridge case extractor tool.

Condition:
All are excellent with light wear and patina.

Estimate: 250.00-300.00

Lot of Two Assorted Nipple Tins for Percussion Firearms

Lot #645 (Sale Order 145 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Steel tin with red label reading: 3 oz./Ward's No. 1215/Best Cast Steel/Gun Nipples/Assorted Sizes./Large. Containing musket nipples. 2) No. 11 size japanned tin with green paper label reading: 1/4 Grats/Gun Nipples/No. 36.

Condition:
Both are very good to excellent.

Estimate: 100.00-250.00

Lot of Three Assorted Eley Brothers Brand Percussion Cap Tins

Lot #646 (Sale Order 146 of 229)

Comprising: 1) No. 11 japanned tin with orange paper label reading: Eley Bros./250/Metal-Lined/Caps./Made Expressly For/Remington's/Belt and Pocket/Pistols/Manufacturers. London. 2) Another No. 11 size japanned tin with partial Eley Bros. green label. 3) Large size japanned tin with green label reading: Eley Bros./500/Metal-Lined/Caps/ Made Expressly For/Colt's PT./Belt & Pocket Pistols/10/Gauge/Manufacturers. London.

Condition:

Estimate: 200.00-400.00

Lot of Two Rare Unopened Eley Bros. Percussion Cap Tins

Lot #647 (Sale Order 147 of 229)

Two mint, unopened Eley No.11 cap tins with original black and white marbleized paper wrappers. 250 count. Original orange labels reading: Eley Bros. Ld. London/F.L./Full Lined/Superior Anti-Corrosive/Percussion Caps.

Condition:
Both are mint with slight handling and storage wear.

Estimate: 150.00-250.00

Tin of DuPont Smokeless Shotgun Powder

Lot #648 (Sale Order 148 of 229)

Condition:

Estimate: 100.00-200.00

Small Unopened Decorated Tin of Hazard Powder

Lot #649 (Sale Order 149 of 229)

The small, unopened can of Hazard's powder with polychrome label reading: "Hazard Smokeless/Hazard Powder Co./New York/For Shotguns Only" Brown enameled sealed can with green center stripe. Size: 2" X 2 1/8".

Condition:
Excellent with slight age wear.

Estimate: 50.00-150.00

Scarce Wooden Keg of Hazard "Sea Shooting Gunpowder" with Illustrated Label

Lot #650 (Sale Order 150 of 229)

Exceptional example of a small 19th-century oak powder keg with bark banding and original pictorial black & white paper end label with hunting dog motif. Label reading: "Sea Shooting Gunpowder/F.G./Manufactured at/Hazardville, Con. by The/ Hazard Powder Co. Size of keg: 8 5/8" X 6 1/2".

Condition:
Excellent. Unlabeled end of keg with tape residue, otherwise near mint.

Estimate: 350.00-550.00

Wooden Keg of Oriental Wildfowl and Rifle Powder No. 3

Lot #651 (Sale Order 151 of 229)

The large wooden powder keg of hoop and stave construction, the hoops of natural wood with bark remaining. End of keg with original manufacturer's paper label in black and gold ink reading: Oriental Powder/?????/Mills/No. 3/Wildfowl/and/Rifle/Powder. Other end portion of smaller label with pictorial panel of hunting scene and outer edge with partial legend: Oriental Powder ????/Boston. Ink stamp reading: 28/100. Small threaded bung hole stopper. Overall size of keg: 13 1/4" X 10 1/4".

Condition:
Very good to excellent with light age wear and patina overall. Paper labels with some losses.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Scarce U.S. Model 1858 Rifled Cadet Musket, by Springfield Armory, Dated 1859, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #652 (Sale Order 152 of 229)

.58 caliber, 38-inch round barrel. 50-inch stock. Left angle flat of barrel marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Lid to tape primer with American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" at front of lock. Tail of lockplate dated "1859." "US" on heel of buttplate, with inventory number "17" to rear of heel screw. Bright steel finish, with oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock lacking U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche. Lanyard swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "82." Angular bayonet marked "US" with leather scabbard with copper rivets and brass tip.

Total quantity manufactured of 2,501.

Condition:
Very good. Gray patina to steel. Spots oxidation, primarily on buttplate, bayonet and steel ramrod. Stock cleaned and with nicks and some denting.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Starr Model 1858 Double Action Army Revolver

Lot #653 (Sale Order 153 of 229)

Serial no. 18079, .44 cal., 6-shot cylinder, 6" barrel. Left side of frame marked "STARR ARMS CO. NEW. YORK." Right side of frame marked "STARR'S PATENT. JAN. 15.1856."Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and trigger. Oil-finished walnut grips. U.S. inspector cartouche markings of "RKW" on upper surface of right grip, with "CSL" on lower portion. Inspector marking on left grip of "CSL." Inspector letter stampings on various parts, of "L," F," "B," and "D." Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "17."

Condition:
Fine. Appears unfired with 95% blue and case hardening. Minor storage marks, and light fading to finish.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine and Rare Cased Starr Model 1858 Double Action Navy Revolver

Lot #654 (Sale Order 154 of 229)

Serial no. 1730. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 6-inch barrel. Right side of frame marked "STARR ARMS CO. NEW. YORK." Left side of frame marked "STARR'S PATENT. JAN. 15.1856."Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and trigger. Oil-finished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case lined in brown velvet, with American eagle and shield powder flask with long spout, brass single cavity mold with wood handle and steel sprue cutter, packet of combustible cartridges for Starr's Navy pistol, can of Eley Bros. caps for Starr's belt and pocket pistols, pewter oil bottle, blued L-shaped screwdriver nipple wrench, and miscellaneous lead projectiles both round and conical. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "20."

Rarely encountered cased Starr, with full complement of accessories.

Condition:
Fine. Unfired. 95% blue and case-hardening. Minor patina, and some fading to finish. Triggerguard brown and gray patina. Tracking lines on cylinder. Minor storage marks on grips. Case fine, with some warpage to lid, light storage marks on exterior. Accessories fine, the bullet mold very good.

Estimate: 7000.00-9000.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver with 3-Screw Frame Cut for Shoulder Stock

Lot #655 (Sale Order 155 of 229)

Serial no. 142633 (2633 on cylinder). .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, with naval engagement roll scene, marked below cylinder serial cartouche "PATENTED SEPT 10th 1850". 8-inch barrel with one-line "- ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA -" on top. German silver blade front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." Inspector letter "H" on various parts, including butt of grips. "DD" on left side of barrel lug, "D" twice on cylinder and once on right side of barrel lug. "JT" inspector cartouche on right grip panel for John Taylor. "CSL" inspector cartouche on left grip panel for Charles S. Lowell. Military blued finish, including backstrap, with case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer. Plain brass triggerguard strap. Oil fnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "60."

Condition:
Fine. 90 to 95% blue on barrel, backstrap and cylinder, latter fading. Cylinder scene sharp, safety pins intact. 98% case-hardening. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Grips fine. Scattered storage marks and minor wear.

Estimate: 8000.00-12000.00

Scarce Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver with Fluted Cylinder and 4-Screw Frame Cut for Shoulder Stock

Lot #656 (Sale Order 156 of 229)

Serial no. 4935. .44 caliber, 6-shot fluted cylinder, with one flute marked "PATENTED SEPT 10th 1850". 8-inch barrel with one-line "- ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA -" on top. Serial number marked on breech of cylinder. German silver blade front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." "D" on left side of triggerguard bolster. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer. Plain brass triggerguard strap, blued steel backstrap. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "23."

Condition:
Very good to fine. 80 to 85% blue on barrel and cylinder,50% on backstrap. 90% case-hardening on loading lever, fading on frame and hammer. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Scattered nicks, minor oxidation and light wear. Grips with 90% varnish, nicks and light wear, minor chipping at butt.

Estimate: 7000.00-9000.00

Lot of Two Packets of Combustible Cartridges for Percussion Revolvers

Lot #657 (Sale Order 157 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Shellacked paper label reading: "Six Seamless Skin/Cartridges,/With Percussion Caps./For Colt's Army Pistol,/44-100 Calibre,/Hotchkiss' Patent, Feb. 11th, 1862./Manufactured for W.J. Syms & Bro./300, Broadway, New York./By D.C. Sage, Middletown, Conn." 2) Shellacked paper label reading: "6 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/Made of Hazard's Powder./Expressly for Colt's Patent/Revolving Holster Pistol/.44-100 inch Calibre.

Condition:
Both are excellent with light wear and age discoloration to paper. Both packs are shrink-wrapped.

Estimate: 300.00-600.00

Lot of Two Colt's Patent Model 1860 Army Bullet Molds

Lot #658 (Sale Order 158 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Colt's Patent two-cavity .44 caliber bow-leg ball & bullet mold. Colt's Patent legend with apostrophe. Sprue cutter screw channel with rounded end [see Rapley page 228, #M10]. This example with no inspector markings and with handles tapered to a point. 2) Similar blued example with waisted handles with rounded ends. Right side of block stamped with "W", other features similar.

Condition:
1) Very good with scattered minor dents and age patina. 2) Excellent with minor spots of pitting.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Lot of Five Assorted Bullet Molds for Percussion Revolvers

Lot #659 (Sale Order 159 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Brass two-cavity .36 caliber straight leg ball mold, the bottom of the right side marked: Springfield Arms Co. 2) Blued steel two-cavity .36 caliber, bullet and ball mold. Unmarked Colt clone with sprue cutter. 3) Unmarked brass two-cavity .31 caliber straight leg ball mold. 4) Two similar unmarked single-cavity .45 bullet molds with blued steel pouring gates and lathed wooden handles.

Condition:
All are fine to excellent with light wear and patina.

Estimate: 700.00-900.00

Lot of Four Assorted Bullet Molds for Percussion Firearms

Lot #660 (Sale Order 160 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Unmarked single-cavity .31 caliber bullet mold with sprue cutter. Manufactured in-the-white. 2) Unmarked two-cavity .31 caliber ball and bullet mold with sprue cutter. 3) Unmarked brass two-cavity .36 caliber ball and bullet mold with steel sprue cutter. 4) Medium size two-cavity double bullet steel mold, marked on side of right arm: Manufactured by/Mass. Arms Co./Chicopee Falls.

Condition:
All are very good to excellent with scattered age wear and patina.

Estimate: 650.00-850.00

Lot of Two British Percussion Cap Tins

Lot #661 (Sale Order 161 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Japanned tin with mint paper label reading: R. Walker's/Best/Revolving Pistol/Caps/No. 054 [with Seal of Great Britain]. 2) Scarce Large japanned tin with die-struck embossed brass lid with Seal of Great Britain and legend: Eley's/Double Waterproof/Cental Fire/Percussion Caps. Paper side label of Wm Read & Sons/Boston.

Condition:
1) Mint. 2) Excellent with minor dent in lid.

Estimate: 150.00-250.00

Lot of Two U.S. Cap Tins

Lot #662 (Sale Order 162 of 229)

Comprising: 1) With paper label reading: J. Goldmark's Perc. Caps./Theo. Wehle, New York/U.S. Musket Caps [pictorial vignette of Indian and buffalo scene]/Trade Mark/Patd Sep. 21./1867/100/Warranted Waterproof. 2) With olive painted stenciled label reading: United States Army Caps/Waterproof./100/U.M.C. Co. [eagle]/Bridgeport, Conn.

Condition:
Both are excellent to mint with light wear to edges.

Estimate: 150.00-250.00

Rare Early Production Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Army Model Revolver

Lot #663 (Sale Order 163 of 229)

Serial no. 4. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch part round, part octagonal barrel. Left side of barrel at breech marked with maker, Worcester, Massachusetts address and Allen's patent dates of 1857 and 1858. German silver blade front sight. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and triggerguard. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "41."

Total production estimated at 700 revolvers.

Ex Collection: Robert Allan, Al Cali

Condition:
Fine. Unfired. 70% blue, balance flaking, metal turned brown. Light storage marks, and minor tracking lines on cylinder. Grips with 100% varnish, minor storage marks.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Rare and Fine Butterfield Army Model Revolver

Lot #664 (Sale Order 164 of 229)

Serial no. 452. .41 caliber, 5-shot cylinder, 7 1/8-inch octagonal barrel with brass blade front sight on dovetailed brass base. Topstrap of brass frame marked "BUTTERFIELD'S/PATENT DEc 11.1855/PHILADELA." Standard disk primer system. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever, and silver-plated brass frame. Varnished walnut grip panels.

Quantity manufactured of about 640.

Condition:
Fine. 75% blue, 65% case-hardening, both fading. Barrel with mottled appearance to blue. Light oxidation. 30% silver remaining on frame, tarnished. Grips with light storage marks.

Estimate: 5000.00-7000.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked C.S. Pettingill Army Model Revolver, Made by Rogers & Spencer Co., Willow

Lot #665 (Sale Order 165 of 229)

Serial no. 4189. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel. topstrap marked "PETTINGILLS/PATENT 1856" and "PAT'D JULY 22. 1856 & JULY 27, 1858." Additional patent marking on bottomstrap of "PATENTED/NOV, 4 1862." German silver pin front sight. Blued finish, with case-hardened frame and lever. Varnished walnut grips, the left panel with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche "?W." Inspector stamping "WW" on left side of barrel and frame, and "W" stamped on butt of each grip panel. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "45."
Approximately 2,000 of these revolvers manufactured for U.S. government contract, out of total production run of approximately 3,400.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue on barrel, frame faded to gray and brown, light oxidation. Balance of blue 25%. Cylinder turned brown and gray. Light storage marks. Minor chip on butt of left grip panel.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Scarce and Fine C.R. Alsop Navy Model Revolver with Fluted Cylinder

Lot #666 (Sale Order 166 of 229)

Serial no. 347. .36 caliber, 5-shot fluted cylinder, 4 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked "C.R. ALSOP MIDDLETOWN CONN./PATENTED JULY 17th. AUGUST 7th. 1860. MAY 14th. 1861." Patent marking of January 21st 1862 on left side of frame. Patent marking of Nov. 26th 1861 within one of cylinder flutes. Blued finish. Varnished select walnut grips.

Total quanity made of this model only approximately 500. This variation without safety device on frame.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue on barrel, 90% on cylinder. Fading and with 50% blue on frame and loading lever. Light oxidation and minor wear. Grips fine with 95% varnish.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Fine and Rare Early Austin T. Freeman Army Model Revolver, Made by Hoard's Armory, Watertown, New Yo

Lot #667 (Sale Order 167 of 229)

Serial no. 162. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch round barrel. topstrap marked "FREEMAN'S PAT. DECR 9. 1862/HOARD'S ARMORY, WATERTOWN, N.Y." Steel blade front sight. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever. Oil-finished walnut grips. Spring retaining on center pin latch. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "43."

Approximately 2,000 of these revolvers manufactured. The solid frame and the recessed nipples in cylinder were prominent marketing features of the Freeman revolvers. See Arms Gazette magazine, December, 1979, pages 14, 17 and 38-40, specifically noting this revolver.

Condition:
Fine. 85% blue on barrel, remainder of revolver 95% blue and case-hardening, with some fading, light oxidation. Tracking lines on cylinder. Light storage marks. Light nicks on grips and minor chipping on butt.

Estimate: 4000.00-5000.00

Fine Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver with Ivory Grips

Lot #668 (Sale Order 168 of 229)

Serial no. 34317 (317 on cylinder, 4317 on bottom of cylinder pin, 4195 on bottom of wedge). .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, with naval engagement roll scene. 7 1/2-inch barrel with one-line "- ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA -" on top. No serial number marking on barrel, the back of barrel lug marked "2" and "SI." German silver blade front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." Left bolster of triggerguard marked "36 CAL." Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Ivory grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "26."

Condition:
Fine. 90% blue on barrel. Cylinder with very good roll scene and gray patina, safety pins mashed. 90% case-hardening. Mellow patina to gripstraps with traces silver-plating, small gouges on backstrap. Grips fine, with mellow patina, cracks at left panel where meets frame and on butt. Scattered storage marks and light wear. Barrel a period replacement of Colt manufacture.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Rare Period Altered 3-Inch Snubnose Barrel for Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver

Lot #669 (Sale Order 169 of 229)

Serial no. 34317, the period 3 1/8" blued barrel and lug, with German silver front sight. Barrel address reading: New York/U.S. America. No wedge present.

Condition:
Excellent as configured. Retaining approximately 80-90% finish with scattered wear and patina. Wedge screw a possible replacement.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Fine and Rare Walch 12-Shot Navy Model Revolver, Made by the Union Knife Co., Naugatuck, Connecticut

Lot #670 (Sale Order 170 of 229)

Serial no. 8. .36 caliber, 12-shot cylinder with six chambers, each taking double load. 12 nipples. 6-inch octagonal barrel marked on top "WALCH FIRE ARMS CO./NEW-YORK." Steel blade front sight. Left side of barrel marked "PATD FEBY. 8. 1859." No. "29" marked on right side of barrel. Top of loading lever lug and bottom of barrel flat file-marked "VIII." Serial no. 8 stamped on butt, on front of cylinder and on cylinder pin. Wedge marked "15." Finely scroll engraved sides to frame and on backstrap. Blued finish, with Varnished walnut grips.

Only 200 of this revolver were manufactured, made for Walch and his partner J.P. Lindsay. The Walch is recognized as one of the most unusual of all American percussion handguns. Though contracts are unknown, this model is recognized as a secondary U.S. martial handgun.

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue, some fading. Light wear. Spot oxidation on left side of barrel.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Scarce E. Whitney 2nd Model First Type Navy Revolver

Lot #671 (Sale Order 171 of 229)

Serial no. 314, .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, with roll-engraved American eagle, shield and lion scene, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked on top "E. WHITNEYN. HAVEN." Brass triggerguard. Blued, with case-hardened loading lever and hammer. Varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "19."

Approximately 1,200 produced of this variation. Whitney revolvers significant as among first practical revolvers with solid frame construction. Samuel Colt considered Whitney to be a significant rival gunmaker.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 80% blue on barrel and cylinder, latter with sharp cylinder scene, and with tracking lines. Traces blue on frame, fading to brown and gray. Scattered nicks and oxidation. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Grips with 100% varnish, nicks primarily on butt of right panel.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Exceptional Packet of Combustible Cartridges for Whitney's Navy Pistol

Lot #672 (Sale Order 172 of 229)

The near mint packet of cartridges with label reading: "Six Seamless Skin/CARTRIDGES/For Whitney's/Navy Pistol/.36-100 Calibre'/Hotchkiss' Patent, Feb. 11th, 1862./Manufactured By/D.C. Sage, Middletown, Conn."

Condition:
Excellent to mint.

Estimate: 150.00-300.00

Rare Early Production Remington-Rider New Model Double Action Belt Revolver, with Low Serial Number

Lot #673 (Sale Order 173 of 229)

Serial no. 89. .36 caliber, 6-shot fluted cylinder, 6 1/2-inch barrel with 1858 and 1859 patent dates, Riders Patent and Remington, Ilion, N.Y., marking on top. German silver cone front sight on German silver base dovetailed at muzzle. Blued finish, with plain brass triggerguard, case-hardened hammer and varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "31."
Only a few hundred produced of this rare variation, with fluted cylinder, on three-digit or lower specimens.

Condition:
Very good to ine. 85% blue on barrel, gray patina with light oxidation on balance of parts, with 90% case-hardening on hammer. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Grips with 100% varnish, minor storage marks. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine Remington-Beals Navy Revolver, with Double Wing Cylinder Retaining Pin

Lot #674 (Sale Order 174 of 229)

Serial no. 14424. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch barrel with standard Beals patent, 1858 patent date and Remington, Ilion, N.Y. marking on top. German silver cone front sight on German silver dovetailed base. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and plain brass triggerguard and varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "50."

Condition:
Fine. 95% blue on loading lever and on cylinder with tracking lines. 85% case-hardening on hammer, 40% blue remaining on frame. Brown patina to barrel, with light traces blue. 100% varnish on grips. Light wear, storage marks and some flaking to blue. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Light nicks on grips, primarily on butt. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 3000.00-5000.00

Fine Remington New Model Navy Revolver

Lot #675 (Sale Order 175 of 229)

Serial no. 25849. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch barrel with standard 1858 patent date and E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, N.Y., and "NEW-MODEL" marking on top. German silver cone front sight on German silver base dovetailed at muzzle. Blued finish, with plain brass triggerguard, case-hardened hammer and varnished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "56."

Ex Collection: Robert Allan

Condition:
Fine. 90% blue on barrel and loading lever, latter fading. Cylinder with traces blue and with light tracking lines. Frame's blue fading, and has turned gray, and shades of brown. 90% case-hardened finish on hammer. Light wear, storage marks and minor oxidation. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Light nicks on grips, more pronounced on butt. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Remington-Beals Army Revolver

Lot #676 (Sale Order 176 of 229)

Serial no. 1544. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel with standard Beals patent, 1858 patent date and Remington, Ilion, N.Y. marking on top. German silver cone front sight on German silver dovetailed base. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and plain brass triggerguard and oil finished walnut grips. U.S. inspector cartouche "WC" on left grip panel, and "W.C." on left side of barrel lug, left side of barrel and on various other parts. Inspector marking cartouche "W.A.T" on right grip panel. Inspector marking "C" on triggerguard and various other parts. "H" inspector mark on butt of each grip panel. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "64."

Condition:
Fine. Markings sharp. 95% blue on loading lever and on cylinder with tracking lines, some fading. 50% case-hardening on hammer, also fading. Traces blue on frame, turned brown. Light wear, storage marks and some flaking to blue. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Grips smooth, minor storage marks.

Estimate: 8000.00-10000.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Remington Model 1861 or "Old Model Navy" Revolver

Lot #677 (Sale Order 177 of 229)

Serial no. 15564. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch barrel with standard 1861 patent date and Remington, Ilion, N.Y. marking on top. German silver cone front sight. Blued finish, with plain brass triggerguard, case-hardened hammer and oil finished walnut grips. Left grip panel marked with inspector cartouche "CGC" for Charles G. Chapman. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "37."

Ex Collection: Robert Allan, Al Cali

Condition:
Fine. 90% blue on loading lever and barrel, and cylinder with tracking lines. Fading to blue, that on frame turned light brown, flaked. Dark patina to case-hardened hammer. Light wear, storage marks and minor oxidation. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Light nicks on grips, primarily on butt. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Remington Model 1861 or "Old Model Army" Revolver

Lot #678 (Sale Order 178 of 229)

Serial no. 6494. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel with standard 1861 patent date and Remington, Ilion, N.Y. marking on top. German silver cone front sight on German silver base dovetailed at muzzle. Inspector markings or "S," "B" and "R" on various parts. Retaining screw in channel of loading lever. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and plain brass triggerguard. Oil finished walnut grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "62."

Condition:
Very good to fine. 90% blue on loading lever and barrel, and cylinder with tracking lines. Spot minor oxidation on cylinder near muzzle. Traces blue on frame, turning gray and brown, some flaking. 75% case-hardening on hammer. Light wear, storage marks and scattered oxidation. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Some nicks on grips, some chipping on butt. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Remington New Model Army Revolver

Lot #679 (Sale Order 179 of 229)

Serial no. 55997. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel with standard 1858 patent date, E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, N.Y., and "NEW-MODEL" marking on top. German silver cone front sight. Blued finish, with plain brass triggerguard, case-hardened hammer and oil-finished walnut grips. U.S. inspector marking "GP" on left grip panel. Individual inspector letter stampings on various parts, of "P," S," and "W." Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "52."

Condition:
Fine. Appears to be unfired. 95% blue, minor flaking. Cylinder with tracking lines. 90% case-hardened finish on hammer. Light wear, storage marks and minor oxidation. Mellow patina to triggerguard. Grips fine with. Sharp markings.

Estimate: 2500.00-3500.00

Lot of Five Pairs of Colt and Remington Revolver Grips, One in Ivory

Lot #680 (Sale Order 180 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Pair of U.S. wood grips for a Remington New Model Army revolver. Crisp OWA cartouche on left grip. Complete with escutcheons and screw. 2) Another pair for the U.S. Remington New Model revolver with cartouche removed. With escutcheons and screw. 3) Pair of custom carved ivory grips for a Colt single action revolver. With one escutcheon and screw. 4) Pair of one-piece walnut grips for a Colt 1849 pocket revolver. 5) Pair of varnished one-piece walnut grips for a Colt 1862 Police revolver.

Condition:
All are good to excellent with scattered wear and minor blemishes. #4 with heavy wear overall.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Fine Civil War Drum with Painted Patriotic Decoration and Pair Drumsticks, with Interior Label of Er

Lot #681 (Sale Order 181 of 229)

Colorfully painted on wood shell in the most patriotic manner with American eagle and shield motif, with red and gold banner lettered "Reg. U.S. Infantry." Wood, secured with brass studs, the heads of cat gut, leather slips, and rope fasteners, serving as means of tightening heads. 14"x 17" in diameter. Interior label with identification: "Ernst Vogt/Manufacturer of/Drums, Banjos, Tamborines, & c,/No. 225 BEA VER ST.,/PHILADELPHIA/Contract, December 29th, 1864." Ebony drumsticks measuring 16-1/4".

Condition:
Very good to fine. Signs of use. Stains on drumheads. Leathers with some tears, four of slides to adjust drumhead replacements. Original rope fasteners still intact.

Estimate: 3000.00-5000.00

U.S. Military Fife in Rosewood and German Silver

Lot #682 (Sale Order 182 of 229)

The military band fife in rosewood marked: Geo. Cloos/Improved/2./L.P. German silver ferrules with rouletted bands. Length: 17".

Condition:
Excellent with light age wear.

Estimate: 250.00-350.00

Fine U.S. Military Fife in Rosewood and Brass

Lot #683 (Sale Order 183 of 229)

The unmarked and undated rosewood military band fife with brass ferrules. Length: 13". Typical of those from the 19th-century.

Condition:
Excellent to mint.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Two Wooden Muzzle Tompions for U.S. Military Longarms

Lot #684 (Sale Order 184 of 229)

Both of wood construction with knob finials. One example for a .54 caliber musket, the other for a .69 caliber musket.

Condition:
Both are excellent with light age wear present.

Estimate: 50.00-100.00

Lot of Five Assorted Paper Cartridges for Military Muskets

Lot #685 (Sale Order 185 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Paper cartridge for a U.S. Harpers Ferry carbine. 2) Single paper cartridge for a U.S. Model 1842 Martial Pistol. 3) Paper cartridge for a Hall carbine. 4) Paper cartridge for a .54 caliber U.S. musket. 5) Another paper cartridge for a .54 caliber musket of unknown origin. All are contained in glass vials and have original price labels from 60-70 years ago.

Condition:
All are excellent to mint.

Estimate: 200.00-250.00

Lot of Six Assorted U.S. Triangular Socket Bayonets

Lot #686 (Sale Order 186 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Blued U.S. 2nd Allin pattern bayonet. 18" blade marked U.S. with dot above. Locking ring. No scabbard. 2) Blued 18" blade marked: U.S./S. Locking ring. No scabbard. 3) In-the-white 18" blade marked: U.S. with dot above and below. Locking ring. No scabbard. 4) Blued 18" blade marked: U.S. with dot above. Blade crudely inscribed: HAR. 5) In-the-white 17 3/4" blade marked: U.S./J. Locking ring. 6) Unfinished 18" blade marked: US. Locking ring. No scabbard.

Condition:
1), 2) & 4) are excellent with light wear overall. 3), 5) & 6) are good with scattered wear, pitting and patina.

Estimate: 400.00-600.00

Lot of Five Assorted Triangular Bayonets

Lot #687 (Sale Order 187 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Unmarked triangular socket bayonet with 15 3/4" blade and 9" median fuller. 3" socket with eliptical lip bulge for front sight and "T"-shaped locking slot. 2) Triangular socket bayonet with 14" blade marked with small "D". 2 1/2" socket with half "T" locking slot. Similar to French Model 1854 [see p. 289, Neumann]. 3)Triangular socket bayonet with 15 5/8" blade marked with hallmark resembling two "H"s side by side or a square with cross in center. No fuller. Eliptical ring at base. 4) Unmarked triangular socket bayonet with 14 3/4" blade. Halt "T" locking slot on left side of socket. 5) Unmarked triangular socket bayonet with 15" blade. No fuller. 2 3/4" socket with half "T" locking slot.

Condition:
All are good to very good with scattered wear, pitting and age patina.

Estimate: 100.00-250.00

Lot of Two Assorted U.S. Triangular Bayonets with Scabbards

Lot #688 (Sale Order 188 of 229)

Comprising: 1) U.S. triangular bayonet with 16" blade [shortened tip]; 13 1/2" median fuller, marked "3" just below fuller. 2 5/8" socket with right side marked: 95. Locking ring marked: S. Blued steel scabbard with integral belt tab. Possibly for Allin musket. 2) U.S. triangular bayonet with 17 3/4" blade. Small U.S. marking at base of blade. No other markings. Contained in a blued steel scabbard with associated 1885 pattern leather frog. Brass belt clip with brass U.S. rosette [see p. 176, Reilly].

Condition:
Both are very good as configured. Showing age wear, pitting and patina.

Estimate: 150.00-250.00

Rare U.S. Triangular Socket Bayonet with Scabbard and Buff Shoulder Sling

Lot #689 (Sale Order 189 of 229)

16" blade with single median fuller of 9 1/2". marked: US/SF. Contained in original black leather scabbard with brass mounts. Sold together with original buff leather sling.

Condition:
Good to very good. Bayonet with wear and grey patina. Scabbard with checking to surface of leather and wear overall. Sling with wear, soiling and some stiffness to leather.

Estimate: 150.00-200.00

Fine U.S. Model 1861 Rifled Musket, by Springfield Armory, Dated 1859, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #690 (Sale Order 190 of 229)

.58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel. Left angle flat of barrel marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Top of barrel breech dated 1859. Unusual graduated rear sight for improved marksmanship. Lid to tape primer with American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" at front of lock. Tail of lockplate dated "1859." "US" on heel of buttplate. Bright steel finish, with oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche "JS," for Josiah Snell. "V" on stock behind rear tang of triggerguard. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "11." Angular socket bayonet marked "US."

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Light storage marks. Spots oxidation, primarily on bayonet and steel ramrod.

Estimate: 4500.00-5500.00

Fine and Scarce U.S. Model 1861 Rifled Musket, by Harpers Ferry Armory, Dated 1859, with Angular Bay

Lot #691 (Sale Order 191 of 229)

.58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel. Left angle flat of barrel marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Top of barrel breech dated 1859. Unusual graduated rear sight for improved marksmanship. Lid to tape primer with American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, with "U.S./HARPERS FERRY" at front of lock. Tail of lockplate dated "1859." "US" on heel of buttplate. Bright steel finish, with oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche appearing to be "JB," as well as cartouche with initials "JAS." Letter marks "WCK" also present, as well as on right side of barrel at breech forward of nipple bolster. Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "80." Angular bayonet marked "US/F."

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Spots oxidation, primarily on bayonet. Scattered mars and nicks to stock.

Estimate: 4500.00-5500.00

Fine U.S. Model 1861 Rifled Musket, by Springfield Armory, Dated 1861, with Angular Bayonet

Lot #692 (Sale Order 192 of 229)

.58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel. Left angle flat of barrel faintly marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Top of barrel breech dated 1861. Standard folding leaf rear sight. American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" at front of lock. Tail of lockplate dated "1861." "US" on heel of buttplate. Bright steel finish, with oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche "ESA," as well as cartouche with initials "FWS." Letter stamping "JLK" on bottom of stock to rear of triggerguard. Triggerguard sling swivel with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "54." Angular socket bayonet marked "US."

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Spots oxidation, primarily on bayonet. Stock with light storage marks.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Fine U.S. Model 1863 Rifled Musket, by Springfield Armory, Type I, with Leather Sling and Angular Ba

Lot #693 (Sale Order 193 of 229)

.58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel. Left angle flat of barrel marked "V/P/[eagle head]." Top of barrel breech dated 1863. Nipple bolster stamped with American eagle and shield motif. Lockplate with larger American eagle and shield motif forward of hammer, with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD." Tail of lockplate dated "1863." Inspector initials on some parts. Bright steel finish, with oil-finished walnut stock. Left side of stock opposite lock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche "ESA," for E.S. Allin. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "33." Angular socket bayonet marked "US" and "J." Buff color leather sling.

Condition:
Fine. Gray patina to steel. Light storage marks. Some mars on left side of stock, opposite lock. Spots oxidation on bayonet.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Lot of Two Large Bullet Molds Marked "Old Reliable" and "Liddle & Keading"

Lot #694 (Sale Order 194 of 229)

Comprising: 1) Steel single cavity .40 caliber bullet mold for the Sharps rifle with sprue cutter and integral nippers. Obverse side of handles marked: H[side of block]/Sharps Rifle Co./Bridgeport, Conn./370/1 1/4/Cal. 40/192/H.J.G. Reverse marked: Old Reliable/192. 2) Brass single-cavity .40 caliber mold with steel sprue cutter. Handles marked: Liddle & Kaeding.

Condition:
1) Excellent with light wear overall. 2) Very good with marred screws and minor rust and pitting present.

Estimate: 450.00-650.00

Fine Cased, Inscribed and Historic Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver of Lieut. J.H. Barnum, Hartford,

Lot #695 (Sale Order 195 of 229)

Serial no. 6149. .36 caliber, 5-shot rebated and semi-fluted cylinder. 6 1/2-inch barrel with one-line "ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" on top. Serial number marked on breech of cylinder. "PAT. SEPT 10th 1850" withon one of cylinder semi-flutes. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." "36 CAL" on left side of triggerguard bolster. "L" on left side of rear bow of triggerguard. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever lug, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Backstrap engraved in italic and partially shaded block letters "LIEUT. J.H. BARNUM HARTFORD CONN," with decorative flourishes accompanying address. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "27." Varnished mahogany case, lined in the American style with burgundy velvet. Accessories of American eagle and shield powder flask, blued steel bullet mold marked "COLTS/PATENT" and "36P," packet of 5 combustible envelope cartridges by Colt's Cartridge Works, tin of Eley Bros. caps, blued L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, and miscellaneous lead projectiles.

Ex. Collection: Robert Allan.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 95% blue on barrel, 90% on cylinder with moderate tracking lines. 80 to 85% color case-hardening, fading. 100% silver-plating, tarnished. Grips with 100% varnish. Cylinder safety pins intact. Minor storage marks and light wear. Case and accessories very good to fine, flask worn and with minor denting, mold with patina and oxidation, 80% blue.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Lot of Two Packets of Colt's Combustible Cartriges for the Police Pistol

Lot #696 (Sale Order 196 of 229)

Comprising two similar examples with labels reading: "5 Combustible Envelope/Cartridges/ Mde of Hazard's Powder/Expressly For/ Col. Colt's Patent/New Model/Revolving/Police Pistol/.36-100 inch Calibre./Address Colt's Cartridge Works/Hartford, Conn./U.S. America." [see p. 394, Rapley #C25].

Condition:
Both are excellent. One example with minor discoloration to portion of label.

Estimate: 500.00-700.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Starr Model 1863 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #697 (Sale Order 197 of 229)

Serial no. 39666. .44 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel. Left side of frame marked "STARR ARMS CO. NEW. YORK." Right side of frame marked "STARR'S PATENT. JAN. 15.1856." Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever. Oil-finished walnut grips. U.S. inspector cartouche markings of "JTB" on right grip, with "GFM" on left grip." Inspector letter stampings on various parts of "M," and "C," Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "21."

Condition:
Fine. 90 to 95% blue and case-hardening. Some wear and light oxidation on cylinder. Minor storage marks, and light fading to finish.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Savage Repeating Fire Arms Co. Figure 8 Navy Revolver, Made in Middletown, Connecticut

Lot #698 (Sale Order 198 of 229)

Serial no. 6349. .36 caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/8-inch octagonal barrel. topstrap marked with standard maker, address, North patent dates in three lines. Brass pin front sight. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever. Oil-finished walnut grips. Small inspector letter markings, on various parts, of "H" and "M." suggest that this revolver is a U.S. government issue. Examination of the left grip panel reveals a likely U.S. Ordnance cartouche, below screw. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "59."

Condition:
Very good. 75% blue on barrel, traces blue and fading to brown on cylinder, gray and brown patina to frame. Light oxidation. Grips with nicks and wear, small chips from butt.

Estimate: 3500.00-4500.00

Scarce Packet of Six Cartridges for the Savage Revolving Navy Pistol

Lot #699 (Sale Order 199 of 229)

Shellacked paper label reading: "Six Cartridges/Made of the Best Material/Expressly For/The Savage Revolving Fire Arms Co./Middletown, Conn. U.S.A./Navy Pistol". Size: 2 3/4" X 1 5/8" X 3/6".

Condition:
Excellent. Minor wear to printing, otherwise near mint.

Estimate: 200.00-400.00

Fine Benjamin F. Joslyn Percussion Army Revolver, by Joslyn Firearms Co., Stonington, Connecticut

Lot #700 (Sale Order 200 of 229)

Serial no. 1262. .44 caliber, 5-shot cylinder, 8-inch octagonal barrel, marked 'B.F. JOSLYN/PATD. MAY 4TH, 1858." Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever and sidehammer. Oil-finished and checkered walnut grips.

Estimated production of 2,500.

Condition:
Fine. 60% blue, balance turned to even brown patina. Case-hardening faded. Tracking lines on cylinder. Metal and wood sharp. Light storage marks. Small chip from right grip panel at butt.

Estimate: 4000.00-6000.00

Fine Cased Colt Model 1865 Pocket Navy Revolver, with Ivory Grips and 6 1/2-Inch Barrel

Lot #701 (Sale Order 201 of 229)

Serial no. 13352. .36 caliber, 5-shot rebated cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene. 6 1/2-inch barrel with one-line "ADDRESS COL. SAMl COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" on top. "3352" within cylinder cartouche. Brass pin front sight. Left side of frame stamped "COLTS/PATENT." "36 CAL" on left side of triggerguard bolster. "V" on left side of front bow of triggerguard. Blued finish, with case-hardened loading lever lug, frame and hammer. Silver-plated brass gripstraps. Ivory grips. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "24." Varnished mahogany case, lined in the American style with burgundy velvet. Accessories of American eagle and shield powder flask, blued steel bullet mold marked "COLTS/PATENT" and "36B," packet of 5 combustible envelope cartridges by Colt's Cartridge Works, tin of Eley Bros. caps, blued L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, and miscellaneous lead projectiles.

Condition:
Very good to fine. 80% blue on barrel, traces on cylinder with gray and brown patina. 60% color case-hardening, fading. Traces silver-plating, tarnished. Scattered nicks and wear. Grips with dark mellow patina, some stains, cracking on butt. Cylinder scene 85%. Mashed safety pins. Case and accessories very good to fine, the cartridge packet excellent.

Estimate: 6000.00-8000.00

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Rogers & Spencer Army Model Revolver, Made in Willow Dale, N.Y.

Lot #702 (Sale Order 202 of 229)

Serial no. 4773. .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, the topstrap marked "ROGERS & SPENCER/UTICA N-Y." German silver cone front sight. Blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever. Oil-finished walnut grips. Left grip panel with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche "RPB" of R.P. Barry. Inspector letter stampings of ""B" on various parts. Triggerguard with small brass identification tag of Steve D'Arrigo marked "9." 5,000 of these revolvers were mfg'd on U.S. government contract.

Condition:
Fine. Unfired. 95% blue and case-hardening, with some fading, light oxidation. Light storage marks, primarily on grips. Small crack on left panel and light chips on butt.

Estimate: 3000.00-4000.00

Paper Packet of 12 Frankford Arsenal Revolver Cartridges Dated June 13, 1887

Lot #703 (Sale Order 203 of 229)

The original cartridge block with white paper label reading: "12 Revolver Cartridges/General Directions for Reloading./Orders/Never reload except under the personal supervision of a competent officer./Grease well EVERY cartridge before firing./Resize, greasing slightly, every shell after firing. /CAUTIONS./Never prime a LOADED shell./Never load a primed shell withoutusing a SAFETY SOCKET./[See Ordnance Notes 231 and 822] January, 1884". Size: 1 1/2" X 3 1/4" X 1 1/8".

Condition:
Excellent. Shrink-wrapped with minor staining to bottom of packet.

Estimate: 250.00-450.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #704 (Sale Order 204 of 229)

William A. Albaugh, III, Hugh Benet, Jr., Edward N. Simmons, “Confederate Handguns”; J.P. Altmayer, “American Presentation Swords” (rare monograph); John A. Atkinson, “Duelling Pistols”; “The NRA Gun Collectors Guide” (two copies), and Bannerman: “100th Anniversary The Bannerman Catalogue Military Goods Business” (1965)

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #705 (Sale Order 205 of 229)

Hugh Benet Jr., “The American Arms Collector” (bound volume of complete set); Howard L. Blackmore, “British Military Firearms”; Paul C. Boehret, “Arming the Troops 1775-1815 Arms Makers and Comments”; R.E. Brooker, Jr., “British Military Pistols 1603-1888”; scarce John Brewer Brown, “Sword and Firearm Collection The Society of the Cincinnati”; Rodney Hilton Brown, “American Polearms 1526-1865 The Lance, Halberd, Spontoon, Pike and Naval Boarding Weapons”; and Charles Edward Chapel, “Guns of the Old West.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #706 (Sale Order 206 of 229)

Company of Military Historians, “Military Uniforms in America The Era of the American Revolution 1755-1795” and “Military Uniforms in America Years of Growth, 1796-1851”; Anthony D. Darling, “A Rare English Sword from Plymouth Colony”; Rollin V. Davis, Jr., MD, BSME, “US Sword Bayonets 1847-1865”; and F. Theodore Dexter, “Forty-Two Years' Scrapbook of Rare Ancient Firearms.

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #707 (Sale Order 207 of 229)

Norman Dixon, “Georgian Pistols The Art and Craft of the Flintlock Pistol, 1715-1840”; John S. duMont, “American Engraved Powder Horns The Golden Age 1755 to 1783”; Wm. B. Edwards, “The Story of Colt's Revolver”; Rear Adm. Ernest M. Eller, USN (Ret.), “Naval Weapons of the American Revolution 1775-1783”; and E. Norman Flayderman, “Scrimshaw and Scrimshanders Whales and Whalemen.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #708 (Sale Order 208 of 229)

N. Flayderman, Various Editions of “Flayderman’s Guide to American Antique Firearms,” nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8th editions. N. Flayderman catalogues, nos. 57, 112, 114, 115 (two copies), 116, and 118. N. Flayderman, “Schuyler , Hartley & Graham's 1864 Illustrated Catalogue of Arms and Military Goods”; and N. Flayderman and Stuart Mowbray, “American Swords from the Philip Medicus Collection.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #709 (Sale Order 209 of 229)

John J. Fluck, “Colt-Root Model 1853 An Illustrated Monograph”; Claud E. Fuller, “The Whitney Firearms”; Robert Edward Gardner, “Five Centuries of Gunsmiths, Swordsmiths and Armourers 1400-1900”; J.N. George, “English Guns & Rifles” and “English Pistols & Revolvers.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #710 (Sale Order 210 of 229)

Stephen V. Grancsay, “American Engraved Powder Horns”; William H. Guthman, “U.S. Army Weapons - 1784-1791”; Dudley S. Hawtrey Gyngell, “Armourers Marks”; John D. Hamilton, “The Ames Sword Company”; and Albert N. Hardin, Jr., “The American Bayonet 1776-1964.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #711 (Sale Order 211 of 229)

John R. Hayward, “European Firearms” (monograph for Victoria & Albert Museum); Major James E. Hicks, “French Military Weapons” and “Nathan Starr Arms Maker 1776-1845”; Arne Hoff, “Dutch Firearms” (edited by Walter Stryker); and Herbert J. Jackson, “European Hand Firearms of the 16th, 17th & 18th Centuries.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #712 (Sale Order 212 of 229)

Robert Jeska, “Early Simeon North Pistol Correspondence”; Charles Lee Karr, Jr., and Caroll Robbins Karr, “Remington Handguns”; Alan Kemp, “American Soldiers of the Revolution” (monograph); Lee Kennett & James LaVerne Anderson, “The Gun in America The Origins of a National Dilemm”; S. Gerald Keogh, “Saml Colts New Model Pocket Pistols The Story of the 1855 Root Model Revolver”, and Joe Kindig, Jr., “Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in Its Golden Age.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #713 (Sale Order 213 of 229)

Larry Koller, “The Fireside Book of Guns”; Larry Koller (ed.), “The American Gun” (three volumes, 1, 2 3); Jerry Landskron, “Remington Rolling Block Pistols”; James D. Lavin and Wallace B. Gusler, “Decorated Firearms 1540-1870 From the collection of Clay P. Bedford”; Ronald Lister, “Antique Firearms Their Care, Repair & Restoration”; Michael J. McAfee, “Artillery of the American Revolution”; and George Madis, “The Winchester Book.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #714 (Sale Order 214 of 229)

George D. Moller, “American Military Shoulder Arms,” two volumes; Warren Moore, “Weapons of the American Revolution and Accoutrements”; E. Andrew Mowbray, “The American Eagle Pommel Sword”; George E. Neumann, “The History of Weapons of the American Revolution” and “Swords & Blades of the American Revolution” and “Edged Weapons of the American Revolution 1775-1783,” and Waldo E. Nutter, “Manhattan Firearms.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 300.00-400.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #715 (Sale Order 215 of 229)

Harold L. Peterson, “The American Sword 1775-1945” and“American Knives the First History and Collectors' Guide” and “The Book of the Continental Soldier”; Col. Robert H. Rankin, USMC, “Small Arms of the Sea Services”; Robert M. Reilly, “American Socket Bayonets and Scabbards”; Ray Riling, “The Powder Flask Book”; James E. Serven, “Colt Firearms 1836-1954” and the monographs “Colt Dragoon Pistols,” “Colt Percussion Pistols” and “Paterson Pistols.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 300.00-400.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #716 (Sale Order 216 of 229)

James B. Shaffer, Lee A. Rutledge, R. Stephen Dorsey, “Gun Tools Their History and Identification”; George Shumway, “Pennsylvania Longrifles of Note”; Samuel E. Smith and Frank M. Sellers, “American Percussion Revolvers”; Norman L. Swayze, “Engraved Powder Horns of the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War Era”; Fred Sweeney, “A Guide to the Proper Accoutrements for Hartford Produced Percussion Colt Revolvers” and Hans Tanner, ed., “Guide to Guns of the World.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Book

Lot #717 (Sale Order 217 of 229)

Dr. Leonid Tarassuk, “Antique Firearms in The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia”; H.H. Thomas, “The Story of Allen & Wheelock Firearms”; Donald B. Webster, Jr., “American Socket Bayonets 1717-1873”; and the following by RL Wilson, “The Book of Colt Engraving,” original 1974 edition, “The Book of Colt Firearms,” original 1971 edition, and “Samuel Colt Presents.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 300.00-500.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #718 (Sale Order 218 of 229)

R.L. Wilson (ed.), “Antique Arms Annual, 1971,” and ”Armsmear The Home, The Arm, and the Armory of Samuel Colt, A Memorial” (reprinted by Beinfeld Publications, 1976); R.L. Wilson and P.R. Phillips, “Paterson Colt Pistol Variations” and R.L. Wilson and Robert E. Hable, “Colt Pistols.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #719 (Sale Order 219 of 229)

C.W. Sawyer, “U.S. Single Shot Martial Pistols, 1776-1945”; Col. A. Gluckman, “Identifying Old U.S. Muskets, rifles and Carbines” and “United States Martial Pistols and Revolvers”; R.T. Huntington, “Hall's Breechloaders, “ in soft cover;

Berkeley R. Lewis, “Small Arms and Ammunition in the United States Service, 1776-1865”; Harold L. Peterson, “The Fuller Collection of American Firearms,” monograph, and “The American Sword 1775-1945.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 100.00-200.00

Lot Arms / Militaria Monographs

Lot #720 (Sale Order 220 of 229)

“NRA Gun Collectors Handbook”; Claud E. Fuller, “The Rifled Musket”; Samuel E. Smith & Edwin W. Bitter, “Historic Pistols The American Martial Flintlock 1760-1845”; Harold L. Peterson, “The Remington Historical Treasury of American Guns” and “Notes on Ordnance of the American Civil War, 1861-65”; Berkeley R. Lewis, “Notes on Cavalry Weapons of the American Civil War”; Frederick P. Todd, “American Military Equipage 1851-1872” and “American Military Equipage 1851-1872”; plus Index, Military Collector & Historian, “Journal of The Company of Military Historians, Vols. I-VI, 1949-54.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #721 (Sale Order 221 of 229)

Collection of miscellaneous monographs and articles on gun collecting, including “The Arsenal at Springfield”; “NRA Gun Collecting Review,” volume I, editor, Robert N. Sears; envelope with collection of approximatey 30 early copies of “The Texas Gun Collector” magazine. Collection of clipped articles from “American Rifleman” and other magazines, latter approximately 7-inches thick.

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #722 (Sale Order 222 of 229)

Martin Rywell, “Gun Collector's Guide Old Guns for Profit” (monograph); five monographs by H.W. Bowman, “Antique Guns from the Stagecoach Collection, “ “Famous Guns from the Winchester Collection”(2 copies), “Famous Guns from the Smithsonian Collection,” “Famous Guns from Famous Collections,” and “Antique Guns” with Lucian Cary; Miller Christy, “The Bryant and May Museum of Fire-Making Appliances,” monograph, and Nathan L. Swayze, “The Rappahanoock Forge” published in 1970.

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #723 (Sale Order 223 of 229)

Merrill Lindsay, “The New England Gun,” monograph; Giles Cromwell, “The Virginia Manufactory of Arms”; Deutschland Ordnance Co., “United States Martial & Collectors Arms.” monograph and Claud E. Fuller, “The Breech-Loader in the Service 1816-1917.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #724 (Sale Order 224 of 229)

Lot of 30 auction catalogues.

Condition:
Good condition.

Estimate: 100.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #725 (Sale Order 225 of 229)

Anthony D. Darling, “Red Coat and Brown Bess”; Nathan L. Swayze, “'51 Colt Navies”; Miller Christy, “The Bryant and May Museum of Fire-Making Appliances Catalogue of the Exhibits”; B. Bogdanovic, I. Valencak, “Great Century of Guns”; and Haven & Belden, “A History of The Colt Revolver,” in slipcase, first edition, 1940.

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #726 (Sale Order 226 of 229)

Major F. Myatt, M.C., “Illustrated Encyclopedia of Pistols & Revolvers”; J.M. Kalman, with C. Meade Patterson, “Pictorial History of U.S. Single Shot Martial Pistols”; Lewis Winant, “Pepperbox Firearms”; R.H. McCrory, “Lock Stock and Barrel”; Jack Dunlap, “American British & Continental Pepperbox Firearms”; “Ordnance Manual 1862,” Ordnance Park, publishers; and C.E. Chapel, “The Gun Collector's Handbook of Values,”5th edition.

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Periodicals

Lot #727 (Sale Order 227 of 229)

Sarah R. Smith, “Historic Nelson County”; P.L. Shumaker, “Colt's Variations of the Old Model Pocket Pistol 1849 to 1872”; “The Gun Report,” two sets of red covers, with collection of Jackson Arms Catalogues; Don Myrus, “Collectors' Guns: Collectors' Guns Market Values on Over 170 Guns”; Stuart E. Brown, Jr., “The Guns of Harpers Ferry”; Claud E. Fuller, “Springfield Shoulder Arms 1795-1865”; and Major James E. Hicks, “U.S. Military Firearms.”

Condition:
Fine condition.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arms / Militaria Books

Lot #728 (Sale Order 228 of 229)

Frasca & Hill, “The .45-70 Springfield”; Robert M. Reilly, “United States Martial Flintlocks”; Robert M. Reilly, “United States Military Small Arms 1816-1865”; Major James E. Hicks, “United States Ordnance, volume II, Ordnance Correspondence”; collection of issues of “American Society of Arms Collectors Journals”; “Civil War Ordnance – Volume I,” and “Civil War Ordnance – Volume II,” both published by the American Ordnance Association.

Condition:
Fine conditon.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00

Lot of Arm/Militaria Books

Lot #729 (Sale Order 229 of 229)

Two copies “The Winchester Repeater” magazine; “The Gun Report, 10 Year Index, 1955-1965”; “The Gun Report Index, June, 1955-May 1990,” John Mullen; 11 copies of various publications of The American Society of Arms Collectors; a manila folder with “The Arms Collector” publication from c. 1938; a manila folder with early copies of "The Gun Collector" magazine; a manila folder with notes on Harpers Ferry and Springfield Muskets. and a manila folder with notes on “Rifleman Accoutrements and Antique Gun Tools.”

Condition:
Fine.

Estimate: 200.00-300.00


January 2010 Live Auction Session 1
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January 2010 Live Auction Session 1
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