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Fine Engraved and Gold-Inlaid Sharp's Patent Four-Barrel Deringer Pistol by Fabrica Euscalduna en Pl

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 710)

.32 caliber, 2 7/8-inch barrels inlaid in relief with extensive gold scrolls surrounding the maker's name FA EUSCALDUNA EN PLACENCIA, the german-silver frame deeply chiseled with ornate acanthus scrolls, ebony grips (one with repairs) secured to frame by cross-member embellished in gold en suite to barrels.
Condition: Very good, barrels with aged patina to steel, the gold inlays excellent, excellent frame, ebony grips with repairs and small chips.
Notes: Fabrica Euscalduna, Placencia, Spain - 1860 -1873. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 355.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Scarce Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. Vest Pocket Derringer

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 710)

Serial no. 112, .22 caliber, 1 3/4-inch barrel. Scroll-engraved frame. Blued finish. Case-hardened folding trigger, Parrot beak pearl grips with medallions.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 75-80% finish with scattered light wear and patina. Grips excellent. Action good.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Exceptional Factory Engraved London Colt Third Model Derringer

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 710)

Serial no. 38324, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued barrel marked: Colt's Fire Arms Co./14 Pall Mall, London. German silver sight. Brass frame. FInely engraved in delicate floral scroll throughout. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Factory ivory bird's head grips. Engraved screws.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel retaining 98-99% finish with minor wear at muzzle and adjacent front of frame. Brass with light age patina. Grips with mellow age patina. A scarce London engraved example.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Scarce James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle-Duster Pocket Revolver, c. 1880

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 710)

Serial no. 17667, .22 caliber. Scroll-engraved nickel-plated frame.
Condition: Fine to excellent as possibly refinished. Mechanism needs adjustment.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Patent Palm Pistol by Catello Tribuzio, Turin, Italy, c. 1890

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 710)

Serial no. 030, 8mm, 1 5/8-inch blued barrel. Nickel-plated frame. Ring trigger. Compression or "squeeze" action with top-loading magazine. Blued side panel and magazine. Toggle safety.
Condition: Fine. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered light wear overall. Action needs adjustment or repair.
Notes: Illustrated on page 84 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Remington Over & Under Derringer

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 710)

Serial no. 794, .41 caliber, 3-inch barrel marked: Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y. Nickel-plated finish. Blued trigger and extractor. After market pearl grips.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 98-100% re-nickeled finish with light wear overall. Fine crack in left side of barrel hinge, Grips excellent but poorly fitted to gun. Action good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Scarce Cased French Engraved No. 3 Squeezer Pistol by Galois

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 710)

8mm, 1 5/8-inch barrel engraved with floral motifs. Top of barrel marked: GALOIS. Blued finish. Floral-engraved frame. Top marked: Manufacture Francaise/Armes Et Cycles/Saint Etienne. Toggle safety. Mottled orange and black hard rubber grip pad. Contained in original brown leather pocket slip case, together with nine cartridges.
Condition: Very good. Retaining traces of blue finish and scattered age patina. Case with minor wear and patina.
Notes: Illustrated on page 83 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Patent Palm Pistol by Chicago Arms Co., c. 1890s

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 710)

Serial no. 5998, .32 caliber, 7-shot rotary magazine. Folding trigger. Nickel-plated finish. Checkered hard rubber side panels. Compression action with checkered hard rubber grip pad.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with slight wear in evidence.
Notes: For discussion on this type pistol, see Firearms Curiosa by Winant, page 78.
Estimate: 2000 - 3500

Rare Boxed Patent Palm Pistol by Chicago Arms Co.

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 710)

Serial no. 128, .32 caliber, 1 5/8-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Center panel inscribed: Chicago Firearms Co./Chicago, Ill. Compression action. Folding trigger. Mother-of-pearl side panels. Hard rubber palm pad. Contained in factory box with illustrated label and original instruction sheet.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with a few micro scratches from storage. Tiny insignificant stain on right panel. Box showing age wear and discoloration. Minor scuffs to lid. Instruction sheet with oil stains.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Scarce French "Le Protector" Squeeze Pistol with Holster by Jacques Turbiaux, Paris

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 710)

Serial no. 5099, 6mm, 1 1/4-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Hard rubber circular side panels. Center marked: Systeme E. Turbiaux, Paris. Reverse marked: Le Protector/ B. Sgogen en France et al Etrancer. Together with green felt-lined pocket holster with snap closure.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 90-95% re-nickeled finish with scattered wear and scratches. One side panel chipped. Mechanically sound. Holster very good.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Scarce Box of 6mm Cartridges for the French "Le Protector" Squeeze Pistol

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 710)

The box of 100 6mm cartridges with illustrated yellow label marked: "Cartouches Pour Revolver De Poche/A Percussion Centrale/'Le Protector'/Systeme Turbiaux Bte S.G.D.G./an France at a l'Etranger/Paris./100/ Cal. 6 mm. GAUPILLAT/Paris". Illustration shows hand holding a "Le Protector" palm pistol. A rare and desirable accessory for this rare pistol.
Condition: Very good. Minor seam separations to box lid. Label is excellent with light wear. Cartridges good with minor age oxidation.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Scarce Frankenau's Patent Wallet-Mounted 5mm Pin-fire Revolver

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 710)

3/4-inch barrel, barrel with English proofs, nickel-plated cylinder, mounted into a wallet formed of nickel-plated brass and bound in black leather. 2 3/4 x 4 1/4-inches.
Provenance: Sotheby's Los Angeles, The Funderburg Collection Sale.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Unique French Leather Billfold Percussion Pistol

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 710)

.36 caliber, 3-inch barrel. Spring-loaded trigger mechanism concealed within a traditional brown leather billfold with exposed lever trigger on side. Interior with marbleized paper separator leaves. A very novel and unique firearm. Overall size: 6 1/2-inches.
Condition: Good. Billfold showing wear and age patina to leather; soiling of inner panels. Mechanism showing light rust and pitting, needing repair as it will not stay cocked.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare English Patent Flintlock Purse Pistol by Clemetshaw & Co.

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 710)

.36 caliber, 1 5/8-inch screwbarrel. Boxlock action contained in hollowed out compartment. Side of lock mechanism marked: Clemetshaw. Paper label in bottom of cavity reading: Clemetshaw & Co./PATENT/ Mossgate/York. Walnut butt. Pullstring cocking system. Recess cavities for ball and patch storage. External lever activates trigger. Red calf leather covering with steel latch, giving the impression of an ordinary man's purse. A very rare and early curiosa firearm. Size: 3-inches X 5 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good. Showing age wear and patina. Mechanism works well.
Provenance: Gordon Frost Collection
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine Leather and Brass Double-Sided Wallet Cased Engraved Silver-Plated 7mm Pin-Fire Lefaucheux Revo

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 710)

2 1/8-inch barrel, frame engraved with floral scroll-work and silver-plated, folding trigger, ivory grips, contained within its original red leather two-compartment wallet case, lined in green felt, second section green Moroccan leather lined and ostensibly configured for cigars, gilt brass mountings.
Condition: Excellent, two tiny dents at muzzle face, some minor light staining at grip escutcheon, excellent grips, case with some exterior wear though otherwise very good.
Notes: According to the Christie's catalogue entry, this revolver was originally furnished with a small note that is now lacking.
Provenance: Christie's East, lot no. 134, November 1999.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Cased Pair of Philadelphia-Style Percussion Derringers by J.P. Lower, Together with Accessories

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 710)

.41 caliber, 3-inch brown-finished barrels marked: J.P. Lower. Dovetailed Geman silver front sights and silver banding at breeches. Scroll-engraved hammers and locks. Engraved German silver furniture and shield-shaped wrist escutcheons. Checkered walnut stocks. Contained in purple velvet-lined mahogany partitioned casing with brass corners and vacant lid escutcheon. together with small panel pattern powder flask with spring-loaded charger; turned wooden cap box; screwdriver and single-ball bullet mold. Key to case present.
Condition: Very good. Both guns showing light wear and age patina. Front sight broken on one example. Wood with light wear and minor bruises. Case excellent with light age wear present. Lining with minor snags and wear. Accoutrements with age wear and patina.
Notes: John P. Lower, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Denver, Colorado. Born 1833; apprenticed at Philadelphia to Joseph C. Grubb; independent after August 4, 1850. Lower made half-stock rifles [used J.H. Johnston barrels and George Golcher locks], percussion derringers. Made 6-shot, .32 rimfire, sheathed trigger revolvers marked with his name "W.L. Grant" or "D.D. Cone, Washington, D.C." until 1855 when Smith & Wesson sued for patent infringement. Lower came to Colorado in 1868. Became a partner of Carlos Gove in Denver in 1873 until 1876 when he opened his own shop, doing business at a number of successful locations: Blake Street, Larimer, Fifteenth and Champs. Died in 1917, at age of 84. One of the most famous of the Western gunmakers.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Unique Patent Bicycle Handlebar Pin-Fire Pepperbox Revolver by Hermann

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 710)

Serial no. 191, 5.5mm, 6-shot cylinder. Nickel-plated finish. Self-cocking system. Mechanism designed to replace a bicycle handlebar grip. Fore-end portion with compression clamp. When properly installed, gun is withdrawn from handlebar as needed and is ready to fire. Folding trigger. Walnut grips and fore-end. Length overall: 5-inches. A very rare and seldom encountered curiosa firearm.
Condition: Very good. Fore-end with minor crack repairs. Pistol mechanism functions well. Grip screw marred. Light wear overall.
Provenance: Funderberg Collection
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Cased Frank Wesson Bicycle Gun with Accessories

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 710)

Serial no. 1433, .32 caliber, 20-inch octagonal barrel with hooded front sight and rear peep sight. Swing-away breech, the left side marked: Frank Wesson, Worster, Mass./Patented May 21, 1870. Nickel-platd frame. Spur trigger. Rosewood grips. Butt slotted for a shoulder stock. Contained in associated, blue felt-lined custom-crafted violin-style wooden case together with nickel-plated steel skeleton detachable shoulder stock, cleaning rod, oil bottle and 35 rimfire cartridges. Case with hook closures.
Condition: Very good. Barrel with grey age patina and scattered light pitting and minor dents. Frame and grip refinished and showing minor wear and marks. Grips very good. Case with heavy wear and staining to interior. Exterior with age blistering to finish and dark age patina.
Notes: Pictured in Cane Curiosa by Katherine Dike, page 353.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Engraved French Noel System 12-Shot Pill-Lock Turret Pistol, c. 1860-70

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 710)

Serial no. 22, 7.65mm, 3 1/8-inch fluted octagonal barrel. Floral engraved rotary turret system, frame and gripstrap. 12-shot radial turret with outer locking latch. Folding trigger, Checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey-brown age patina and light pitting. Grips with light wear.
Notes: See illustration #229 on page 203 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Unique Unmarked 18th-Century Flintlock Belt Gun, c. 1775

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 710)

The 3?-inch turn-off barrel in two stages, breech portion octagonal, hinged to a half-circular brass box, hinged lid opens to expose boxlock flintlock mechanism, unit designed to be worn on belt at front, barrel hangs vertically downward and is flipped up into horizontal position when ready to use, mechanism is fired by side-mounted button lever, button lever on opposite side cocks piece, two brass belt-loops. Manufactured in last quarter 18th-century.
Condition: Good. Metal showing scattered wear, pitting and patina. One screw missing from mechanism.
Provenance: Funderberg Collection
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Brass and Silver-Inlaid Belgian 7mm Pin-Fire Revolver, Together With Cartridge Purse and Pouch, c. 1

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 710)

2 7/8-inch barrel marked ARFENDT A' LIEGE BREVETTE 6356, barrel, cylinder and frame decorated with geometrically styled (arabesque manner) scrolls overall, folding-trigger, bag-shaped grips, grip straps with screw-in ejector rod at base. Sold together with leather purse holster.Together with rare leather and brass cartridge purse containing 20 8mm pinfire cartridges. Push-button closure.
Condition: Good, Retaining traces of blue finish, with aged patina overall, some pitting on left-side above grips, very good grips. Holster with wear and minor holes at muzzle area and near frame.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare French Single-Shot "Mouse & Dog" Percussion Pistol by Delvigne, Paris, c. 1835

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 710)

.32 caliber, 3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel marked: An on Delvigne. Hammer engraved in the form of a mouse head and cocked by pulling back spring-loaded rod under barrel. Trigger in the form of a mouse tail. Molded black hard rubber grip in the form of a French curve with dentate borders and floral scrolls with molded image of a dog. Left side marked: Seuls Depositaires; right side: LePage Fres. A Paris. Cleaning rod in butt.
Condition: Very good. Metal with age wear and grey patina. Grips excellent. Action very good.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Engraved Belgian Pin-Fire Pepperbox-type Revolver, Serial No. 3, c. 1870

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 710)

1 3/4 inch six-shot cylinder engraved with scrolls, the frame engraved with floral scrolls, folding-trigger, bag-shaped wood grips, gripstrap with screw-in ejector rod.
Condition: Very good, some light marks and some small areas of light staining, excellent grips.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Gold-Inlaid Patent Under-Hammer Screw-Barrel Percussion Pistol by Gosset, Paris, c. 1840

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 710)

2 1/4-inch octagonal barrel of approximately .47 caliber, muzzle with border engraving and set with gold fore-sight, INVENTION GOSSET A PARIS inlaid in gold, under-side of barrel engraved 1 (number one of a pair); box-lock action engraved with rear-sight, florals, engraved folding-trigger; burlwood bag-shaped stock carved with a fishscale pattern.
Condition: Very good, with light staining overall, excellent wood.
Notes: Probably Louis Marin Gosset working in Paris 1822 - 1840. See Der Neue Stockel. p. 448 for a discussion of Gosset.
Provenance: Christie's London, lot no. 223, May 1994.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Scarce and Unique Belgian Novo Folding-Grip Pocket Revolver by D.D. Oury

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 710)

6.35 mm, 1 1/8-inch barrel. 5-shot cylinder. Blued finish. Case-hardened frame. Internal hammer. Folding fire-blued trigger. Left side of frame marked: D.D. Oury. Fire-blued grip release. Nickel-plated die-struck brass sheet folding grip with embossed floral scrolls and name NOVO.
Condition: Excellent to mint with scattered light handling wear.
Notes: A similar revolver is pictured in Firearms Curiosa by Winant, page 250, plate 290.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Brevete's Breech-loading Folding Pinfire Pocket Pistol

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 710)

.32 caliber, 3 1/2-inch barrel. Folding trigger. Blued finish. Spring-loaded barrel release. Sheet steel handle and grips marked: Brevete 1. Cleaning rod attached to side. A unique curiosa firearm.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 30-35% finish with scattered wear, light pitting and age patina.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Fine Cased Percussion Knife-Pistol, Unsigned, Probably Belgian, c. 1860

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 710)

3 3/4-inch round barrel of approximately .25 caliber mounted on a folding-knife shaped like a pistol and having a folding-trigger; four ivory grip-scales set with screws (some replaced), spear-point folding-knife blade (retains traces of writing), german-silver mountings, contained within a black Morrocan-leather bound casing lined with beige chamois leather and fitted in the French manner, case contains small ivory cap-box, and lidded compartment with ivory pull, nickel-plated hinges and lock-mechanism, marked BRITISH MADE.
Condition: Very good overall, with some light staining overall, with blade bearing traces of writting, excellent ivory scales with aged patina, some replacement screws, case with excellent interior, exterior with some scuffs to leather, underside with applied sticker, lacking key.
Provenance: Sotheby's Zurich, lot no. 188, November, 1992.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Scarce French or Belgian Ivory-Gripped Pin-Fire Knife Revolver, c. 1895

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 710)

4-inch clip-point blade marked: Brevete, Ricasso marked: S.B. .22 caliber, 2 3/8-inch polished steel octagonal barrel, the top-flat marked: Eprouve. Star over "N" proofs. 6-shot cylinder marked: S.B. Side-mounted ejector rod. Folding trigger. Spurless hammer. Ivory grip scales.
Condition: Very good. Blade with scattered wear, pitting and patina. Revolver with light patina. Grips excellent.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare English Knife & Fork Pistol by Linsley Brothers, Leeds

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 710)

.28 caliber, 3 1/2-inch blued octagonal barrel with top flat marked: Linsley Bros. Leeds. Engraved floral scrolls at breech and gripstrap. Folding trigger. Engraved hammer. Ivory grip scales, the sides removable by pushing forward, removing the scales to create individual knife and fork elements with folding blades.
Condition: Good. Barrel retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered wear and fine scratches. Polished steel with light wear and patina. Grips with light wear with one fine hairline crack present. Hammer spring broken, needing repair.
Notes: For discussion of curiosa knife pistols see page 124 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare and Exceptional Double-Barrel Folding Knife/Pistol with Mother-of-Pearl Side Plates

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 710)

7mm, 4 5/8-inch part round/part octagonal barrels with banded muzzles and molded bands at mid-section. Hinged breeches, the tops with diagonal banding. Side latches. Folding triggers, one in the form of an awl, the other a cork screw. 4 1/4-inch spring-loaded spearpoint knife blade activated by pulling left trigger. Blade ricasso marked: PB. Line engraved bolsters. Bulbous shaped grip with carved mother-of-pearl grip scales. Brass gripstrap. Overall, a handsome and unique curiosa knife/pistol
Condition: Fine to excellent. Metal with scattered wear and age patina. Knife blade with minor chips to one edge. Grip scales with two period crack repairs. Knife blade spring a bit weak.
Estimate: 6500 - 8500

Deluxe Pipe-Cased Percussion Knife-Pistol with Pearl Scales by Treson of Germany

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 710)

The combination knife/pistol with .32 caliber, 5 1/2-inch part round/part unmarked octagonal barrel. Hammer functions as 4 5/8-inch spearpoint folding knife blade. Chisel-engraved steel folding trigger. German silver bolsters. Ebony grip with beautiful mother-of-pearl grip and knife scales. Contained in brown calf leather covered rose velvet-lined pipe-style casing with brass hook closure.
Condition: Fine to excellent, the steel showing grey patina and scattered light wear and age patina. Grip scales excellent. Mechanism needs minor adjustment. Case with scattered scuffs and heavy wear to leather and missing one closure hook.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare British James Rodgers Patent Combination Knife/Pistol, c. 1885

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 710)

.32 caliber, 2 1/2-inch tapered octagonal percussion barrel of German silver. British proofs. Steel hammer. 3 1/4-inch clip-point blade marked: James Rodgers/Sheffield. Secondary blade measuring 2-inches. Folding trigger. Small single-cavity bullet mold and tweezers concealed in compartments in end of grips. German silver bolsters. Stag scales.
Condition: Very good. Blade has been sharpened. Springs tight and crisp. Tiny stable hairline crack in left grip scale. Mechanism functions well.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Rare European Combination Folding Knife/Percussion Pistol by Tresch

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 710)

5mm, 4 3/8-inch tapered octagonal barrel. Folding trigger with awl tip. 4-inch spring-loaded spearpoint blade marked: Tresch. Compression release cleaning rod. German silver bolsters. Stag grip scales with rectangular escutcheon. Length overall: 5 7/8-inches.
Condition: Very good. Blade showing light wear and grey age patina.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce Belgian Percussion Double-Barrel Knife-Pistol, c. 1870

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 710)

3-inch barrels mounted together with a single folding spear-point blade, german-silver scales engraved with scrolls and hunting scenes, horn inserts between german-silver scales, folding triggers, 5-inches overall.
Condition: Very good with expected light patina to steel parts, grips very good, horn with some worm-holes.
Provenance: Butterfield & Butterfield, Hebert Tannenbaum Sale, lot. no. 1161, February 1993.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Scarce Unmarked French Percussion Knife/Pistol

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 710)

.32 caliber, 3 5/8-inch tapered steel barrel. Folding trigger that doubles as an awl. Spring-loaded 2 3/4-inch spearpoint blade, activated by pulling trigger. Silver-plated steel bolsters. Beautiful tortoise shell grip scales held in place by four screws. Overall length: 5-inches.
Condition: Very good. Barrel and blade showing dark age patina. Grips very good with light wear and pleasant age patina. Mechanism very good.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Scarce English Folding Knife Pistol by Unwin & Rogers

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 710)

.28 percussion caliber, 3 5/8-inch tapered barrel of German silver with British proof marks. Steel hammer. Folding trigger. 3 5/8-inch spearpoint blade and smaller blade marked: Non XLL/Unwin & Rogers. Tiny German silver bullet mold and tweezers contained in butt of knife. Horn grip scales. German silver bolsters.
Condition: Fine. Blades showing grey patina and light pitting overall. Barrel and grips excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Rare Pocket Knife/Pistol by U.S. Small Arms Co.

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 710)

2 3/4-inch clip-point blade. 1 1/8-inch .22 caliber barrel, the top marked: Patented. Folding trigger. Chromed steel grip scales. Size: 4-inches long overall.
Condition: Very good with scattered light wear and patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3000

Scarce Patent Breech-Loading Knife/Pistol by A.J. Peavey

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 710)

Serial no. 584, .22 rimfire caliber, 3-inch barrel. Hinged breech block/barrel. Single 2 1/2-inch blade. Cocking lever marked: A.J. Peavey/Pat. Sep. 5, 65 & Mar. 27, 66. Folding trigger. Brass frame with ivory inserts. Length overall: 4 1/4-inches.
Condition: Very good. Blade worn and sharpened. Metal showing wear and patina. Mechanism needing minor adjustment.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare and Unique Cased "Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Ammuntion and Screwdriver

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 710)

The finely crafted curiosa German silver ring revolver, the band engraved with herringbone borders and legend: Femme Fatale. Top mounted with 7-shot brown-finished cylinder with fold-down fire-blued trigger and outer spring band. Contained with accompanying seven cartridges and tiny screwdriver in green velvet-lined, dark red leather-covered ring case with silver button escutcheon reading: "Femme Fatale." Case lid with gold line borders and push-button closure. Size of case: 2 1/4-inches X 2 3/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent with slight age wear present. Case with light wear and scuffs to lid. Minor staining to lining.
Estimate: 2500 - 4500

French Woman's Pocketbook Pistol by L. Loeven

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 710)

The accordion style black leather woman's pocketbook with nickel-plated frames, the last compartment with burgundy velvet-lined case containing a .22 caliber pinfire single-shot breech-loading pocket pistol. 1 3/4-inch hinged barrel with side-swivel barrel release. Blued finish. Scroll and floral-engraved frame. Folding trigger. One-piece ivory grip. Two separate hinged door compartments containing cartridges flank the pistol. Inside of lid with gilt label reading: L. Loeven/Fcant De Armes/rue de Rivoli/Paris. Overall length of case: 4 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent. Metal with grey age patina and light wear overall. Case excellent with light handling wear.
Notes: For similar examples see page 158 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Cased Miniature Knife/Pistol by Rodgers and Crooke

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 710)

The miniature knife pistol, having a 4mm bore with knife blade; hook; corkscrew and awl. Gun is cocked by pulling knob hammer at rear and fired by depressing trigger lever on top of knife. Checkered walnut grips. German silver bolsters and escutcheon. Contained in original pipe-style casing with green velvet lining and leather cover with gold-line border trim.
Condition: Excellent. Exceptional quality with some light handling wear and patina. Case excellent.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare Heineke Patent Firing Fish Hook

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 710)

The blue steel hook with internal firing mechanism and with trigger mechanism mounted in the eye. Shaft inscribed: H. Heineke/U.S. Pat. 253125. Length: 3 3/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent: Retaining 80% fire-blued finish.
Notes: Note: See page 261 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant for an illustration of the patent drawings.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Unmarked Patent Pill-Detonated Pocket Combination Pen Knife/Pistol

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 710)

4mm, 1 1/4-inch barrel. Brass frame with assorted blades and tools, including: fingernail blade, earscoop, tweezers. Folding trigger. Brass lanyard ring. Internal mechanism accessible by removable side plate. Overall length: 3 1/4-inches.
Condition: Very good. Metal with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Unusual Mauchline-ware Cased Pair of Miniature Percussion Turn-off Barrel Muff Pistols by J. Siddins

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 710)

1-inch barrels with proof marks, engraved box-lock actions with concealed triggers, checkered ivory grips set with vacant escutcheon plates and engraved german-silver pommel caps; Mauchline-ware case decorated on the exterior with a comical depiction of a duel of the period of the 1820s, the sides decorated with floral scrolls, the base with finely executed cross-hatching; the case's interior lined in red felt and containing two compartments with green and gilt arabeques, the compartment's edges finished in gilt, the lid's interior lined with fur.
Condition: Very good, the pistols are cleaned overall and show evidence of percussion conversion.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Finely Crafted Miniature Percussion Muff Pistol Together with Case and Accoutrements by Maycock

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 710)

6mm, 1-inch slightly tapered blued octagonal barrel, the muzzle with floral border. Breech and frame in-the-white, engraved with floral scrolls and herringbone borders. Fluted nipple bolster.Top of action marked: Maycock/Stockport. Ivory grips. Gripstrap engraved with herringbone pattern. Contained in green felt-lined partitioned walnut case together with engraved miniature powder flask and cut steel nipple wrench.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel with light wear at muzzle, otherwise near mint. Case with light age wear and patina. Interior with ligh wear and soiling.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Fine Pair of Engraved and Silver-Inlaid Small English Boxlock Percussion Muff Pistols by Reilly, c.

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 710)

.22 caliber, 1 1/16th-inch blued round screwbarrels. Floral-engraved silver frames marked: Reilly/London. British proofs. Engraved screws. Fire-blued hammers. Folding triggers. Bag-shaped one-piece walnut grips profusely inlaid with silver wire floral and leafy meander.
Condition: Both are fine to excellent, the barrels with grey patina and scattered fine pitting. The remaining areas with light wear.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Unusual Cased Pair of Diminutive Unmarked Percussion Muff Pistols

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 710)

7mm, 1 1/8-inch turn-off barrels, the bottoms marked: "7". Boxlock actions, the sides engraved with diamonds and floral scrolls. Folding triggers. Scroll-engraved tangs. One-piece ivory grips. The pair contained in velvet-lined black leather-covered caskette-style travel case together with single-cavity bullet mold. Push-button lock.
Condition: Very good. Showing light age wear and patina. Case with fading to lining and minor wear and scuffs to exterior.
Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Unique Unmarked Mid-19th-Century European Percussion Knife/Pistol

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 710)

Straight 7-inch blade, the forward 4-inches sharpened, decorated with etched florals. Faint letter "A" etched on tip of blade. Brass hilt comprising floral-engraved quillon block and baluster form quillons; oval shell with relief panel of a leaping doe; offset brass grip in the form of a genteel woman in brocaded robe. Pistol with rounded boxlock action with .36 caliber, 2 1/4-inch brass barrel. Steel scabbard with brass tip and belthook.
Condition: Good. Showing wear, pitting and light age patina. Scabbard with period repairs.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Scarce Dumonthier Patent Combination Knife and Pin-Fire Revolver, c. 1870

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 710)

12 3/8-inch blade with 6 1/2-inch false-edge, 5 5/8-inch (11 m/m) barrel, double-action, lanyard-ring mounted to frame, wooden grips.
Condition: Good, with heavy dark brown patina to frame, and light patina to blade, mechanically fine, grips very good.
Provenance: Butterfield & Butterfield, Herbert Tannenbaum Sale, lot no. 1138, February 1993. Illustrated on cover and on p. 41 of catalogue.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Belgian Mariette System Knife/Pepperbox Ring-Trigger Revover Inscribed: W.B. Promoli

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 710)

Serial no. 435, with six .36 caliber, 2 3/4-inch turn-off barrels numbered consecutively to breech 1 through 6, 5-inch triangular central screw-in spike dagger with concave blade; pistol with round frame engraved with circular scrolling foliage, breech struck with Liege proofs, Ring trigger with double action underhammer, ebony grips; under-gripstrap inscribed: W.B. Promoli, 12 1/2-inches. Contained in round tapered grain-leathered scabbard with metal tip fore-end piece and button belt hook. A rare and attractive curiosa firearm.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Scabbard with light wear. Tape residue on top mount. Action excellent.
Estimate: 4500 - 7500

Rare and Unique French Double-Barrel Percussion Dagger Pistol by Dumonthier & Houdan

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 710)

Serial no. 691, .36 caliber, 3 5/8-inch barrels engraved with floral scrolls. 11 1/8-inch scroll-engraved straight dagger blade with median fuller. Lower blade marked: Dumonthier a Houdan/Brevet du. Pistol hammers integral with knife crossguard. Folding trigger. Two-piece ivory grip. Contained in original black oilcloth-covered wooden scabbard with scroll-engraved German silver mounts. Heart-shaped belt stud.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey patina and scattered light pitting. Grip showing heavy wear, period crack repairs and mellow age patina; Scabbard with wear and evidence of period recovering.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Cased Dumonthier Patent Percussion Two-Barrel Knife-Pistol, c. 1870

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 710)

9 1/4-inch spear-point blade, marked Dumonthier Brevete, with fullers on each side mounted between two 3 3/4-inch round barrels of approximately 10mm, cross-guard incorporates concealed hammers, folding trigger, fluted ivory grips and german-silver butt cap, green velour covered sheath with german-silver throat and tip; pressed-horn pistol powder flask with german-silver mountings - horizontal charger, ball mold with integral sprue-cutter and ramrod, german-silver oval-form capper marked BOCHE BREVETE 4, the whole contained within a embossed Moroccan leather-bound case decorated with scrolls on lid and the initials C. C., and lined with purple velour (now faded), and equipped with two spare nipples and single compartment.
Condition: Very good, knife-pistol with much original polish to blade, some staining to crossguard, dents to tip of sheath, mold with stained surfaces, horn with repair and some worm-holes, case with faded and worn interior, the key-plate is loose (now contained within the case's compartment). Underside of case with most of original leather covering now lacking.
Notes: Dumonthier, Paris 1870-1890. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 316.
Provenance: Herbert G. Ratner, Jr. Collection, Butterfield & Butterfield, lot 1135, February, 1993.
Illustrations: Harold L. Peterson and Robert Elman, The Great Guns, 1971, pp 156 - 57.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare 7-Shot Cochran Turret Revolver, by C. B. Allen, Springfield, Massachusetts, c. 1835-40

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 710)

Serial No. 127, .36 caliber, revolver of the standard configuration with 5 1/4-inch barrel, walnut grip with escutcheon plate.
Condition: Good, with typical brown patina overall, excellent grips.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Rare French Jarre Pin-fire Harmonic Pistol, No. 360, c. 1855-60

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 710)

4 1/2-inch barrel numbered 360, the ten-shot pin-fire magazine numbered 353, spur triggerguard and walnut grips.
Condition: Brown patina overall, left grip panel with crack, mechanism faulty.
Notes: See Der Neue Stockel, p. 588.
Provenance: Butterfield & Butterfield, Harold's Club Collection, lot no. 3144, 1994.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare Flintlock "Duckfoot" 4-Barrel Pistol, c. 1780

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 710)

.52 caliber, 4 individual 2-inch turn-off barrels mounted in a fan on a brass breech with chambers numbered one through four. Boxlock flintlock action. Brass frame with sides engraved with flag panoplies. Folding trigger. Checkered one-piece walnut grip with vacant oval wrist escutcheon.
Condition: Very good for this item. Barrels showing scattered wear and light pitting. Brass with light age patina. Grip with scattered wear and bruises. Action very good.
Notes: This pistol is illustrated on page 230 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Scarce Second Model Jarre Patent Pin-Fire Harmonica Pistol by A.E. Jarre, Paris, No. 292, c. 1860

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 710)

The six-shot magazine of 2 1/8 inch barrels marked A. JARRE BTE SGDC 292, walnut grips, the gripstraps set with screw-in cartridge ejecting rod.
Condition: Very good with re-browned finish overall.
Notes: A US Patent was applied for and granted in 1873.
Provenance: James W. Fallon Collection, Butterfield & Butterfield, lot 6340.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Miniature British Ceremonial Dress Helmet

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 710)

The miniature silver-plated helmet with die-stamped gilt helmet wreath, garland and crown, surrounding the Royal crest with motto: Honi Soit Qui Malypense. Brass mail chinstrap with rosettes. Chamois liner. Top with spike and red horsehair plume. Star pattern base. Roped and shell pattern spine trim. Size: 12 1/2-inches high including plume.
Condition: Excellent. With light age patina.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Miniature British Ceremonial Dress Helmet

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 710)

The miniature silver-plated helmet with die-stamped gilt helmet wreath, garland and crown, surrounding the Royal crest with motto: Honi Soit Qui Malypense. Brass mail chinstrap with rosettes. Red leather liner. Top with spike and red horsehair plume. Star pattern base. Roped and shell pattern spine trim. Size: 12 1/2-inches high including plume.
Condition: Excellent. With light age patina.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare Cased English Royal Ceremonial Helmet by Hamburger, Rogers & Co. 30 King St. Coventry Garden, L

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 710)

The nickel-plated ceremonial helmet, the shell mounted with ormolu florals and wreaths surmounted by a gilt crown and large gilt cypher for King George V. Chinchains with Tudor rosettes. Red and white horsehair plume with gilt base. Silk lining. Contained in original japanned tin case with metal maker's label and escutcheon reading: Surgn Major/W.T. Hannah M.D./Derbyshire Yeoy. Hinged latch.
Condition: Very good. Helmet showing light age patina overall. Lining frayed. Some chinchains bent. Case with age patina and light wear.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare and Exceptional British Royal Gentleman-At-Arms Dress Helmet, c. 1900

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 710)

The gilt-finished brass helmet, having a bronze alloy Royal coat-of-arms helmet plate with faceted steel backing plate. Crest surrounded with scroll ormolu and gilt oakleaf wreath surmounted with a king's crown. The brim, neck guard and sides decorated en suite with applique gilt scrolls. Gilt lion head chinscale rosettes, gilt chinscales, the top scale with two stars signifying rank of wearer. Clawfoot pattern closures. The top of helmet with gilt floral pattern base supporting a highly elaborate white feather plume approximately 24-inches long. Interior with cloth lining. This highly ornate ceremonial dress helmet was worn by high-ranking generals or admirals of Great Britain during ceremonies of the Royal sovereign and is quite rare.
Condition: Excellent with slight storage wear. Minor dents to brim. Lining with wear and light soiling. Plume excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Imperial German Garde-du-Corps Eagle Dress Helmet, c. 1860

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 710)

The copper helmet with star pattern helmet plate with legend: Mitt Gott/Fur Konig/Und Vaterland, 1860. Center of plate reading: Suum Cuique [to each-his own] with black eagle. Chinscales with kocarden. Helmet crown surmounted with large silver gilt eagle with wings open and wearing a crown. Lobstertail with nickeled studs and silver edging. Helmet with leather liner.
Condition: Very good. Helmet showing light wear and patina. Small dent on back of helmet. Wear to interior of chinscales. Lining a later replacement. Helmet edging beginning to separate on right side.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Good Pair of Mounted Salute Cannons, c. Early 19th-century

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 710)

The two matching original unmarked brass salute cannons, the barrel tubes measuring 18 1/2-inches with 1-inch bores, molded bands, trunnions and round cascabels. Both are mounted on finely crafted reproduction 18th-century style wooden wheeled trucks that give them the appearance of scale model ship's cannon. Overall length: 22-inches.
Condition: Very good. Cannon tubes polished bright and showing minor dents and scratches. Trucks excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Contemporary British Grenadier Guards Regimental Drum by George Potter & Co. Aldershot, England

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 710)

The brass drum with painted Royal crest and battle honors. White cotton tension ropes, snare and hide head. Brass maker's escutcheon on side reading: George Potter & Co. Aldershot, England. Sold together with three-legged display stand. A handsome decorator item. Size: 15-inches X 15-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light storage wear present.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Pair of U.S. Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers Dress Swords with Scabbards

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 710)

31 1/4-inch straight blades of diamond section etched with floral scrolls and patriotic motifs. One ricasso marked U.S. Armory/ Springfield/Mass. Standard pattern gilt hilts with shell guards with eagle and patriotic motifs. Brass wire-wrapped leather grips. Nickel-plated steel scabbards with ring mounts.
Condition: One example fine, the other good. One showing light to moderate wear to blade and scattered wear to leather grip. The other with heavy wear and patina to blade. Scabbards with wear to finish and minor frosting present.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Sterling Silver Imperial Russian or Caucasian Sword Belt, c. 1890

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 710)

The ornate, heavy belt of sterling silver and niello pieced panels, each section over a backing plate through which is woven a red leather belt. An interlocking buckle with hidden compartment in back is decorated en suite. A linked chain hangs from belt with a silver drop having a pierced panel with floral scrolls. Size: 36-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Indian Matchlock Combination Knife/Axe/Gun, c. 1750

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 710)

.54 caliber, 9-inch barrel with traces of etched floral designs overall. Matchlock action with side-mounted cleaning rod. Threaded muzzle containing 4-sided spike dagger with integral round grip and elephant head pommel. Opposite end with axe head and spiked hammer. Traces of gilt finish and etched florals remaining on axehead and handle. Overall length: 21 1/2-inches.
Condition: Good. Showing heavy age wear and patina.
Notes: Pictured in Blades & Barrels page 182.
Provenance: Eddy Rieder Collection
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare and Unique Indo-Persian Percussion Hand Cannon Sword Pistol, c. 1450

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 710)

.54 caliber, 6 1/2-inch cannon barrel with engraved banding and vent hole firing system. Barrel also functions as grip for sword concealed in velvet-covered and brass-mounted walking cane. 23-inch straight blade with engraved line decoration. Slip-over brass cane handle with cat's head motif. Single ring mount.
Condition: Good. Blade and cannon barrel showing wear, pitting and age patina. Outer brass mounts and handle showing wear, marks and patina. Old velvet rewrap with wear and fading.
Notes: Illustrated on pages 33-34 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant; page 307 of Cane Curiosa by Dike and page 112 of Blades and Barrels.
Provenance: Eddy Rieder Collection
Estimate: 4000 - 7000

Fine Engraved Japanese Ox Bone Sword Cane

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 710)

19-inch plain, unmarked blade with sharpened edge. Brass ferrule. Grip and shaft profusely engraved with cultural figural pictorial scenes. Bone tip. Length: 32 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good to fine with light wear and minor period repairs present.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Unique Ivory-Handled Green Shagreen Sword Cane

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 710)

24-inch unmarked blade with double fullers. Brass ferrule. Entire shaft and handle covered with turquoise-colored shagreen covering. Cylinder-shaped ivory grip. Brass tip.
Condition: Fine to excellent with light wear and age patina overall.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Scarce and Unique Model 9 American Repeater Toy Cap Cane Gun

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 710)

The red, white and blue striped shaft with handle shaped like the head of a toy soldier. The end fitted with an aluminum cap-firing mechanism which advances each cap by the tapping of the end of cane against the floor or hard surface. Side of mechanism marked: Model 9/American/Repeater. These were often used by circus clowns as props. A rare and novel curiosa item. Length: 27 3/4-inches.
Condition: Good to very good with wear and losses to finish.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Indo-Persian Ivory Powder Flask, 18th-century

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 710)

Approximately 7-inches overall, carved walrus-ivory body with spring lever / cover.
Condition: Very good, iron parts with dark patina, left side of body with wear to carvings.
Provenance: Brian M. Powers, 1991.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Unique 19th-Century Carved Ivory Automaton "Black Sambo" Diorama Titled: "Sambo Goes Fishing"

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 710)

Small polychrome carved ivory automaton diorama depicting "Black Sambo" trying to escape an articulated sea serpent by rowing his boat which has lost its bow. An island with single palm tree is in the background. Action is created by turning an ivory crank on side which allows subject to row while sea serpent looms above, his head and tail in motion. Mounted on a 6-inch x 6-inch wooden base. An ivory escutcheon plate on front reads "Sambo Goes Fishing." An interesting and rare antique curiosa item.
Condition: Good for this type item. Palm tree lacking many palm fronds and needing repair. Action functions well.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Single-Shot Cartridge Cane Gun, c. 1870s-80s

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 710)

Serial no. 5834, .32 caliber, 30-inch brown enamel finished barrel/shaft with single-shot breech seated in top of shaft. Crown over "F" proofs. Screw-on stag handle and retractable spring trigger cocked by utilizing special hook threaded into the tip of cane. Trigger manually fired by tripping spring mounted in handle. A unique curiosa cane gun. Length overall: 36-inches.
Condition: Very good. Scattered wear and checking to finish. Handle with pleasant age patina. Mechanism functions.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Scarce British "Day's Patent" Single-Shot Percussion Gun Cane

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 710)

Serial no. 10, .58 caliber, 28-inch tapered steel barrel with screw-off breech. Under hammer action with folding trigger. Breech marked: Day's Patent. One-piece walnut grip.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey-brown age patina and scattered light pitting. Mechanically good.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Unmarked Cartridge Cane Gun

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 710)

.41 caliber, 32-inch tapered steel barrel. Firing mechanism in handle with external hammer and folding trigger. Ebony grips. Tompion present in tip.
Condition: Fair. Metal with dark age patina and scattered pitting. Action frozen and needing professional repair. Grips with wear and hairline cracks.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Patent Dumonthier Patent Cartridge Cane Gun, c. 1890

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 710)

.32 centerfire caliber, 33-inch wooden shaft with sliding internal breech. Push-button trigger. German silver ferrule marked: Dumonthier B.S.G.D.G. One-piece stag handle. Brass tompion with steel tip. Overall length: 35 1/4-inches.
Condition: Good. Wood portion of cane with wear and age patina. Grip with light age wear. Mechanism appears to work.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Scarce French Pin-Fire Dagger/Revolver Cane Gun

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 710)

33 1/4-inch malacca wood shaft with brass tip and ferrule. Six-shot cylinder and revolver mechanism concealed in top of cane. Nickel-plated finish. Frame marked: Paris/Brevete. Folding trigger. Cylinder arbor fitted with 4 1/2-inch triangular spike dagger. Folding trigger. One-piece stag grip.
Condition: Excellent with scattered wear and patina. Grip with light wear. Mechanics function.
Notes: See discussion on European sword and dagger cane guns on pages 136-137 of Fireams Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Rare Patent No. 34 "Eclipse" Blow Gun Cane

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 710)

33 1/2-inch simulated bamboo wooden tube barrel with unknown, unusual mechanism in breech mid-section. Brass ferrule marked: Patent No. 34 Eclipse. Stag handle with push-button trigger. Length overall: 33 1/2-inches. No tompion present.
Condition: Fair. Mechanism appears to be broken, inoperable, and needing repair.
Notes: A similar cane gun is illustrated on page 319, of Cane Curiosa by Katherine Dike.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Small Remington Model 1 Dog Head Cane Rifle

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 710)

Serial no. 463, .22 rimfire caliber. 27 3/4-inch barrel with gutta percha outer covering. Push-button trigger. German silver ferrule. Small gutta percha dog head handle. Steel tip with coined edge. No tompion.
Condition: Good to very good, showing age patina and old chip repairs. Mechanically sound. No tompion.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Remington Model 2 Breech-Loading Doghead Cane Rifle

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 710)

.32 centerfire caliber, 29 1/4-inch barrel with lacquered wood outer covering. German silver ferrule engraved with a crown and "B" monogram. Carved horn dog head handle with glass eyes. Steel tompion.
Condition: Very good. Cane shaft with scattered wear and marks. Action excellent. Grip with light wear and age patina;
Notes: See pages 136-136 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare Remington Model 2 Dog Head Cane Rifle

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 710)

Serial no. 11, .32 rimfire caliber. 27 1/2-inch barrel with gutta percha outer covering and steel tip. Threaded breech with concealed firing mechanism. Push-button trigger. German silver ferrule. Molded gutta percha dog head handle. Length overall: 34 5/8-inches.
Condition: Good. Showing age wear and patina. Minor chips to gutta percha at breech. No tompion present. Handle excellent with pleasant age patina.
Notes: The Remington Cane Gun evolved from design innovations of the J.F. Thomas patent of Feb. 9th, 1858. Remington manufactured the percussion type from 1858 to 1866. These were discontinued and during 1866 a .32 caliber cartridge version was introduced; a .22 caliber cartridge type followed. The .22 caliber type was referred to as the Remington Model 1 Cane Rifle; the .32 version was called the Remington Model 2 Cane Rifle. The Models 1 & 2 were manufactured until circa 1900. See pages 135-138 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Scarce and Unique Unmarked Patent Single-Shot Centerfire Pistol/Knife Cane, c. 1875

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 710)

Having a 33 1/2-inch malacca wood shaft with sheet steel ferrule and steel tip. .38 centerfire caliber, 3 1/2-inch tapered turn-off octagonal barrel with concealed internal breech. Folding trigger. 6 1/2-inch dagger of tri-angular form is attached to end of barrel. Push-button trigger, Steel collar. Carved wooden grip in the figural form of a vulture's head. Length overall: 36 1/2-inches.
Condition: Good to very good. Shaft with age wear and mellow patina with some discoloration at top. Mechanism with grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Steel tip and collar with dark age patina. Mechanism appears to function.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare Remington Model 2 Cane Rifle

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 710)

Serial no. 56, .32 rimfire caliber. Threaded breech with internal mechanism. Gun cocked by pulling back on handle. Push-button trigger. 34-inch gutta percha over steel barrel or shaft. Gutta percha handle with German silver ferrule. Steel tip with coined edge.
Condition: Fine to excellent with light wear overall.
Notes: Remington manufactured approximately 5000 cane rifles of all types and models. See pages 135-138 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Unique "Flick-A-Dagger" Cane by Horn & Co.

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 710)

The lacquered malacca wood cane of traditional form, the tip with concealed four-sided 4 1/4-inch spike dagger marked: Horn & Co. Brass tip. An unassuming cane with a sharp surprise. Blade is withdrawn by depressing a spring on side of dagger. Overall length: 34 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good. Showing minor wear with light checking to finish. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

British Day's Patent Underhammer Single-Shot Percussion Cane Rifle

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 710)

.54 caliber, 27 3/4-inch tapered barrel marked at breech: Twist. British proofs. Three-piece hinged cleaning rod with screw-on tompion end. Underhammer action with folding hammer. Scroll-engraved frame. One-piece walnut grip with screw-on varnished walnut shoulder stock. Engraved steel furniture.
Condition: Good. Metal showing wear, light pitting and dark age patina. Mechanism works well.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Scarce British Day's Patent Single-Shot Breech-Loading Cane Rifle, c. 1870

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 710)

Serial no. 12160 [cane and stock], .41 caliber centerfire, 25 7/8-inch tapered barrel with British proofs. Stamped: 74. Twist-open spring-loaded action and breech. External trigger and safety. One-piece varnished walnut grip. Twist-off locking walnut skeleton stock.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey patina, wear and light pitting. Grip and buttstock with light wear and bruises.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

British Day's Patent Single-Shot Rifle Cane by B. Cogswell & Harrison, London

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 710)

Serial no. 12760, .50 caliber, 28 1/8-inch tapered barrel, threaded at breech. Underhammer action with folding trigger. Varnished one-piece walnut grip with integral rear sight. Screw-on varnished walnut shoulder stock with engraved mountings.
Condition: Good. Metal cleaned, showing age wear, pitting and light patina. Wood revarnished and showing light wear. Mechanism works well.
Notes: Similar example shown on page 315 of Cane Curiosa by Katherine Dike.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare and Unique Day's Patent English Single-Shot Percussion Whip Pistol

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 710)

.52 caliber, 9 1/2-inch braided leather-covered barrel with brass frame and underhammer action. Folding trigger. Brass escutcheon on grip with coat-of-arms and legend: Day's Patent/P. Hubbard 26 Newgate St. Gun with braided whip attached, measuring 136 inches. One-piece walnut grip. A very rare curiosa item.
Condition: Very good. Gun showing age wear and patina. Action good. Whip with wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Indo-Persian Combination Whip/Percussion Pistol

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 710)

.68 caliber, 12-inch screw-off barrel with cap nipple on end and muzzle with threaded cleaning rod tompion. Rear portion of haft with internal spring-loaded hammer activated by folding trigger. Exterior of iron haft gold-inlaid with Indo-Persian geometrical and floral designs. Ovoid steel pommel with lanyard ring. Braided leather and fiber whip. Overall length: 25-inches.
Condition: Good. Metal haft with age wear and patina. Minor losses to gold inlay. Whip separated at base and needing repair.
Provenance: Harold Young Collection
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Unique Single-Shot Breech-Loading Centerfire Riding Crop Pistol

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 710)

.38 centerfire caliber, 23-inch barrel with braided fiber covering, disguised as a riding crop. Steel break over action, the frame with gold-inlaid floral scrolls and interlocked horseshoe motifs. Ivory grips. Folding trigger. Push-button barrel release. Gripstrap with gold-inlaid floral border detail. Length overall: 26 1/4-inches.
Condition: Very good. Snags and wear to braided wrap. Frame and grip with age patina. Action good.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare and Unique Riding Crop Dagger Revolver by Smith & Wesson

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 710)

Serial no. 95, .22 caliber, six-shot cylinder marked Smith & Wesson. Crown over U proofs. Frame marked:D.R.G.M. Nickel-plated finish. Folding trigger. 4 3/4-inch dagger threaded to front of cylinder. Leather covered metal shaft with lash attached to end. Horn grip with silver pommel cap with AY script monogram.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal showing age wear to finish and scattered light scratches. Exterior with wear and scuffs. Grip with age wear and minor cracks. Mechamism appears to function.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Unique Riding Crop Sword

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 710)

The brown leather riding crop with concealed 18 1/2-inch sword blade of diamond section, the sides etched with floral scrolls. Ricasso marked: L.W.R. Leather sheath acts to disguise hidden sword. Brown leather grip with snap closure. Overall length: 27-inches.
Condition: Good to very good. Blade excellent. Leather with light wear and tip with crack, easily repaired.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Fine Scottish 6-Shot Ivory-Handle Percussion Pepperbox Revolver/Dagger/Cane by Wallace

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 710)

The teak wood cane with concealed 6-shot percussion revolver. German silver frame engraved in floral scrolls, the sides with ribands reading: Wallace/Edinburgh. Folding trigger. 5-inch spike dagger thread-mounted on end of cylinder arbor. Carved and fluted ivory knob grip with brass ferrule and large faceted citrine cairngorm stone mount.
Condition: Fine. Shaft showing light age wear with minor checking to parts of finish and scattered light marks. Knob with minor age cracks. Revolver functions well with light wear and patina present.
Estimate: 4500 - 5500

Unmarked European Steel Cane Knife/Revolver

Lot #94 (Sale Order 94 of 710)

35-inch wood veneered steel cane shaft with brass tip. 6-shot .32 caliber, gilt-finished percussion revolver mechanism with folding trigger and 6 5/8-inch triangular bayonet dagger threaded to front of cylinder. Handle with fluted ivory base and gold-inlaid brass knob, the center with finely engraved and gold-inlaid griffin and snake motif. The borders engraved and gold-inlaid with floral meander, griffins and other mythical creatures. Length overall: 37 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good to excellent with light wear and patina overall. Minor losses to veneer and evidence of revarnishing.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Lambert-Port Single-Shot Percussion Cane Gun

Lot #95 (Sale Order 95 of 710)

28 1/2-inch .30 caliber steel barrel with outer wood veneer. German silver collar and swing-away brass tip cover, the latch activated by pulling on handle. Screw-barrel breech mechanism with folding trigger and patent "turn-down" ivory knob handle which cocks and fires mechanism. German silver collar.
Condition: Very good for this item. Cane barrel-shaft showing wear and bruises to wood. Tip with old weld repair. Firing mechanism appears to function. Handle with minor age cracks and patina.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Rare Belgian Dagger/Revolver Umbrella, c. 1895

Lot #96 (Sale Order 96 of 710)

Serial no. 16, 6-shot rimfire. Cylinder with folding hammer and trigger. Side of frame marked: Marque de Fabrique/P.T./Brevete S.G.D.G. Nickel-plated finish. 4 3/4-inch triangular spike dagger attached to front of cylinder arbor. Entire revolver mechanism concealed in end of umbrella, the roll-stamped ferrule with push-button release. Leather handle with one-piece stag grip. Standard black collapsible umbrella cover.
Condition: Very good with light wear overall. Revolver mechanism appears to function well. Minor fading to fabric.
Notes: This actual item is pictured in illustration #177 on page 156 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Provenance: Eddy Rieder Collection
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Japanese 36 Caliber Six-shot Matchlock Pepperbox

Lot #97 (Sale Order 97 of 710)

The hand rotated 6-1/4-inch barrels formed from a single casting and each with touch hole. The brass firing arm activated by squeezing the brass trigger. Heavy brass frame with incised copper bands, the right side with eight-pointed star and pellets, the grip inset with elongated brass inverted teardrop. Length: 11-inches.
Condition: Excellent, with crisp corners and very minor handling marks to wood.
Provenance: Frank Horner Collection, American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin 29, page 22
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Rare Japanese 3-Shot Pill-Detonator Pepperbox Hand Cannon, c. 1830

Lot #98 (Sale Order 98 of 710)

Of heavy copper construction, the unmarked 5-inch tapered barrel with three .44 caliber bores. Hand-rotated copper breech band with hinged firing arm, designed to detonate pill primer. Tapered handle with bullet-shaped pommel. Length: 9-inches overall. a rare Asian curiosa item.
Condition: Very good, showing light age patina, Breech band loose and needing minor repair.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare and Unique Japanese Single-Shot Percussion Ladle or Ink Pot Gun, c. 1850

Lot #99 (Sale Order 99 of 710)

.36 caliber, 9 1/2-inch bronze barrel disguised as handle of ladle. Hinged sheet brass breech and hammer cover designed to disguise mechanism. External trigger and ferrule with hole for attaching a firing string. Bronze alloy cup engraved with dragon motifs. Threaded barrel plug with cleaning rod attached. Overall length: 14 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good. Metal with dark age patina. Mechanism good.
Notes: CF: Pistols of the World, Blair #783; Stone's Glossary, page 508, No. 8.; Metropolitan Museum of Art, N.Y., #36.25.2108.
Estimate: 4500 - 7500

Scarce Carved Ivory-Mounted Japanese Percussion Pistol

Lot #100 (Sale Order 100 of 710)

.36 caliber, 7 1/4-inch unmarked tapered steel barrel with bar-type hammer and low-profile trigger. Ivory grip and scabbard relief-carved with figural pictorials. Entire pistol disguised as a sheathed tanto. Overall length: 14 1/4-inches.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal showing grey age patina and minor pitting. Mechanism works well. Exterior ivory with long linear crack in main panel. Remainder with age wear and patina. Crack repair in pommel cap.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Fine Indian Combination Katar/Flintlock Pistol

Lot #101 (Sale Order 101 of 710)

The broad 9 1/2-inch blade with central fuller. German silver grips with pierced and beaded rims and embossed with florals and fitted with German silver boxlock actions, the side engraved with elephants and boars. 2-inch steel cannon barrels with widely flared muzzles.
Condition: Steel parts showing some light pitting.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Engraved Indo-Persian Katar With Mounted Flintlock Pistols

Lot #102 (Sale Order 102 of 710)

Large 10 1/2-inch spearpoint blade, the sides engraved with pictorials portraying two armed warriors. Floral borders. Blade bolster, grip and languets decorated en suite with highly detailed gold-inlaid floral scrolls. Reverse twin-mounted .44 caliber steel flintlock boxlock pistols with engraved sideplate details. 1 3/4-inch barrels. Length 16 5/8-inches. An scarce and early combination curiosa weapon.
Condition: Good. Blade with light grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Gold-inlaid areas with light wear and dark age patina. Flintlock mechanisms good.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine and Rare English 7-Shot Flintlock Boxlock Pepperbox Revolver Marked Priore, London, c. 1770

Lot #103 (Sale Order 103 of 710)

.41 caliber, 6 1/8-inch 7-barrel cluster with engraved bands at muzzle and numbers corresponding to numbers at breech. Engraved silver band behind breech. Boxlock action with finely engraved cock and sliding safety. Slightly convex frame sides engraved with flag panoplies and ovals inscribed: Priore/London. Floral and geometric border decoration. Steel triggerguard and lower tang engraved with flag panoplies. One-piece walnut grip with profuse silver wire scroll inlays. Engraved silver pommel cap. Engraved screws.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Grip very good with light age wear and minor marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 6000 - 9000

English Over and Under Double-Barrel .65 Caliber Pistol by Samuel Henry Staudenmayer, London, c. 182

Lot #104 (Sale Order 104 of 710)

Serial no. 1429, 6 3/4-inch browned twist-steel barrels inscribed STAUDENMAYER - LONDON, with single silver band at breech and mounted with swivel ram rod, lock-plates inscribed STAUDENMAYER LONDON and having rain-proof pans and push-on half-cock safeties; double-triggers, checkered walnut Catalan-style grip set with a small silver escutcheon plate with FC monogram, triggerguard with trophies-of-arms.
Condition: Rebrowned twist-steel barrels, safety on left lock needs adjustment.
Notes: Samuel Henry Staudenmeyer, working 1801 - 1834. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 1214. For another similar over and under pistol by Samuel Henry Staudenmayer see Christie's, The W. Keith Neal Collection, Part I, lot no. 264, November, 1995.
Provenance: Peter Finer, 1992.
Estimate: 3500 - 6000

Belgian Center-Fire Double-Action Revolver with Exhibition-Grade Engraving, c. 1890

Lot #105 (Sale Order 105 of 710)

Serial No. 6010, 4 1/2 inch octagonal two-stage barrel deeply chiselled with meandering floral scrollwork, the frame and cylinder decorated likewise, barrel marked ACIER FONDU and 6010, frame's left side-plate swivels to reveal the action's internal works, mounted with ivory grips and lanyard ring.
Condition: Very good, some minor surface patina overall, firing pin broken.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Rare Cased Etched Colleye Patent 4-Shot Ring-Trigger Percussion Harmonica Pistol, c. 1850

Lot #106 (Sale Order 106 of 710)

No. 1338, 3 3/4-inch blued octagonal barrel with etched decorations at breech and muzzle, off-set foresight, etched frame with ring-trigger, bag-shaped burl-walnut grips (restorations on left panel), harmonica magazine with etched decorations, powder flask (Riling No. 122 type), ball mold combining loading rod, sprue-cutter and nipple wrench, elaborately shaped three-piece oil vessel, wood-handled turn-screw, brass cleaning rod and pick; the whole contained within an unusual oval casing with pierced-brass decorative inlays on lid, lined with red velour and retaining fragmentary remains of a small paper label which reads: "pistola,"
Condition: Minor wear to finish with scattered flaking and staining, grips varnished and with some restorations as noted, some accessories with minor staining, case very good though lacking ladle.
Notes: Der Neue Stockel lists H. J. Colleye working Liege from 1845-58. A discussion of the the Colleye Patent can be found in Firearms Curiosa by Lewis Winant, p. 244.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Very Fine Cased Exhibition-Engraved Silver-Plated Double Action Revolver by Lefacheux a Paris, c. 18

Lot #107 (Sale Order 107 of 710)

No. LF 13123, 6-inch silver-plated barrel deeply engraved with floral scrolls and containing the maker's name in ribands, frame and cylinder decorated en suite, ivory grips finely scrimshawed with black highlighted foliate scrolls, butt set with lanyard loop; scrimshaw-decorated ivory-mounted turn-screw, copper-washed cleaning rod, silver-plated oil vessel, original box of pin-fire cartridges (now loose and lacking lid); contained within a blue velour-lined, brass-bound varnished rosewood case, the lid interior blind-stamped with maker's name.
Condition: Very good, retaining much original silver-plated finish with wear apparent to small areas of plating, tip of turn-screw chipped, oil vessel with much wear to plated finish, very good case.
Illustrations: The Pinfire System by Smith & Curtis, p. 70.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine Cased Engraved Liegiose Two-Barrel 20-shot 7mm Pinfire Revolver, c. 1870

Lot #108 (Sale Order 108 of 710)

5-inch blued over and under barrels with scroll engraving at breech and barrel lug, Liege-proofed cylinder with scroll engraving, frame with scroll engraving and marked with a small Crown G, folding trigger and checkered grips, three-piece pewter oil vessel, brass and steel cleaning rod, rosewood-mounted turn-screw with screw-in pick in handle, bone-handled three-sided bristle brush, small glass bottle of Fiend oil and small number of original cartridges, the whole contained within an oak casing lined with green baise and set with a round brass escutcheon plate in lid, case lacking key-plate, old paper label applied to front of case reads: 7m/m 20 Chamber Pin Fire Revolver. This is a 20-shot, with ten chambers for 7mm cartridges in each row. By means of the two fixed beaks on the hammers shots are fired alternately from the two rows. The gun has on the right a loading gate and also an ejector which is swivelled to take care of expulsion of fired cases from both rows of chambers.
Condition: Excellent, retaining 95% original blue on barrels, though frame retains 50% of original blue having flaked especially from gripstraps, crack on grip panel, dent on other panel, very good case (lacking key-plate, underside of case with crack) and very good accessories.
Notes: A similar 20-shot revolver is pictured on page 69 (figure 59) of Firearms Curiosa by Lewis Winant.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Rare and Unique Jones Patent 10-Shot Percussion Pepperbox Pistol, c. 1860

Lot #109 (Sale Order 109 of 710)

.36 caliber, 10-shot two 5-shot vertical stacked barrels, each barrel with individual nipple. Boxed action designed to fire each round sequentially by pulling the trigger. Walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Steel showing wear, pitting and age patina. Grips very good. Action needing repair.
Notes: Illustrated on page 242 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Provenance: Jack Horner Collection
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Very Fine Cased English .52 Caliber Silver-Mounted Pepperbox by Edward Whistler, London, c. 1860

Lot #110 (Sale Order 110 of 710)

4 1/4-inch barrels inscribed E. WHISTLER 11. STRAND, LONDON, ornately scroll engraved muzzles, breeches with simple border engraving, engraved silver nipple-shield, silver frame and grip straps engraved in bold foliate scrolls, hammer, triggerguard and grip cap engraved en suite, ivory grip panels inset with silver-studs (pique) in a cross-hatch pattern framing a rose and thistle motif; ivory-mounted turn-screws, two piece pewter oil vessel marked James Dixon & Sons Sheffield, ball mold with integral sprue-cutter and loading rod, mahogany rod with brass tip concealing a ball screw; the whole contained within a gilt brass-bound mahogany case lined with maroon velour.
Condition: Excellent, retaining most bright blue finish to barrels, some light shrinkage and aged patina to ivory, oil vessel with heavy patina, case excellent, some insignificant wear to gilt on brass plates.
Notes: Edward Whistler, working dates 1856 -1900. See Der Neue Stockel, page 1376.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Very Rare and Unusual Sixteen-Shot Brass-Barreled Ring-Trigger Percussion Pepperbox Pistol by M. Cer

Lot #111 (Sale Order 111 of 710)

3 1/4-inch brass barrels, farmed of a single piece of brass, each barrel with a slight taper (an arrangement or orientation pointing them towards a fixed point some distance from the shooter), inscribed on one barrel M. CERWENKA, each engraved at breech with numbers surrounded by scroll-work, floral engraved muzzles, the barrels mounted with a loading-rod, iron-breech with tang engraved with a hunter and his game, walnut grip set with brass plates, ring-trigger.
Condition: Very good, with wear overall, brass with fine aged patina.
Provenance: Frank Horner Collection
Illustrations: The Pictorial History of the Underhammer Gun by Herschel Logan, 1960; front cover and p. 169. The Thirty-Five Years Scrapbook by Theodore Dexter. American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin #29, pg 25.American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin #43, pg 49.
Estimate: 10000 - 20000

Rare and Fine Cased Miniature Mariette Brevete Ring-Trigger Pepperbox Pistol, Retailed by Alphonse C

Lot #112 (Sale Order 112 of 710)

Four 1 3/8-inch barrels, scroll-engraved frame mounted with ring-trigger, ebony grips. grip strap stamped MARIETTE BREVETE, ball mold with integral sprue-cutter, barrel and nipple wrench, baluster-form truned-ebony pistol powder flask, contained within a varnished mahogany case mounted with a brass escutcheon plate inscribed E.C., the case lined with blue velour with lid's interior gilt-stamped CARON 20 PASSAGE DE L'OPERA ET BOULEVARD DE ITALIENS 8 A PARIS, with two lidded compartments with turned-ebony pulls.
Condition: Excellent, some expected wear to interior of case.
Notes: Alphonse Caron 1839 - 1852, see Der Neue Stockel, p. 190. Gilles Mariette, Liege, 1832 - 1865, Stockel, p. 758.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

An Exceptional Exhibition-Engraved Gold-Inlaid French Javelle Patent Double-Action Pin-Fire Revolver

Lot #113 (Sale Order 113 of 710)

3 5/8-inch blued octagonal barrel extensively engraved with rosebuds bearing gold-studded centers, the maker's name BRUN A PARIS deeply chiselled and highlighted by a stippled field, the letters accented by gold studs through their centers; underlever barrel release, barrel lug and frame each decorated en suite with cross-hatched pattern-work again complimented by gold-studded highlights throughout; the brightly blued cylinder features six vignettes of hunting scenes, panoplies-of-arms, musical instruments, and artist's easel, each back-grounded by gilded stippled fields, rhinoceros horn grip set with gold monogram CS and finished with a gripcap of matching blued and gold-studded decoration.
Condition: Excellent to mint, the revolver with much original bright blue overall with areas turning to a faded patina especially at grip area, excellent rhinoceros horn grip, mechanically fine.
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Rare and Unique British Day's Patent Combination Percussion Truncheon/Gun

Lot #114 (Sale Order 114 of 710)

Serial no. 72, 8 1/2-inch brass blunderbuss barrel with coined-edge cannon muzzle and engraved banding. Underhammer action with folding trigger. Brass rectangular escutcheons marked: Day's Patent. Brass eagle head pommel with powder storage reservoir, Threaded lid. Length overall: 16-inches.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and age patina. Minor dents and scratches.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce Belgian "Chicken Thief" Pin-Fire Trap Pistol, c. 1870

Lot #115 (Sale Order 115 of 710)

4-inch barrel with Liege proofs, iron frame with screw-mount at rear, trigger-accuating lever with adjusting screw.
Condition: Good over all, though pistol retains 20% of its original nickel plated finish (mostly on barrel), the remaining surfaces with fine aged patina.
Notes: A similar example from the Eddie Reider Collection is pictured in Firearms Curiosa by Wynant, p. 114.
Provenance: Butterfield & Butterfield, lot no. 3147, Harold's Club Collection, 1994.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Rare Flashlight Cartridge Revolver with Extra Mechanism

Lot #116 (Sale Order 116 of 710)

22 caliber, 1 1/2-inch barrel. 7-shot cylinder. Nickel-plated finish. Rectangular shaped frame contained in front cavity of flashlight. Folding trigger. Nickel-plated brass flashlight body with screw-off bezel with domed glass lens. Rear battery area with octagonal screw-off lid. Body marked: S.. Cottrell & Son/Buffalo N.Y. Length: 9 3/8-inches. A unique and interesting curiosa firearm. Together with extra cartridge revolver mechanism.
Condition: Both flashlight and extra mechanism are excellent with only slight handling wear.
Notes: Illustrated on page 162 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

*Rare "Zippo" Lighter Gun Together with Ronson Flint Dispenser with Ammunition

Lot #117 (Sale Order 117 of 710)

4mm, the "Zippo" brand lighter, the firing mechanism disquised as a normal lighter, the barrel occupying the place of the wick, the flint striking wheel acting as the trigger. Sold together with faux Ronson flint dispenser containing 8 individual copper-cased 6mm cartridges.
Condition: Very good. Showing light wear and age patina. Ammunition mounted in yellow plastic dispenser [one round missing].
Estimate: 2000 - 4000

*Unique "Cool Smoke" Pipe Pistol

Lot #118 (Sale Order 118 of 710)

Serial no. 420, .22 caliber, 1 3/4-inch screw-off barrel disguised as the pipe stem mouthpiece. Barrel unscrews to expose the breech where single cartridge is placed. Brass frame with left side marked: COOL SMOKE; right side marked: 420 22LR. Pistol cocked by pulling back plunger hammer at front of pipe. Pistol is fired by depressing button release on top of frame. Non-functional briar bowl to convey illusion of a normal pipe.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and patina. Letters IRS faintly inscribed on right side of frame.
Provenance: Eddy Rieder Collection
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*Scarce La Glorieuse Pipe Gun

Lot #119 (Sale Order 119 of 710)

The unique curiosa cartridge gun, with select briar root bowl marked: LA Glorieuse/Patent 203/Select Briar Root. .22 rimfire caliber, the cartridge inserted into front of stem, then screwed onto pipe bowl. A button on bottom of pipe acts as a trigger. Gutta percha stem with brass ferrule.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and patina. Mechanism needs minor adjustment.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare and Unique Unmarked Patent Single-Shot "Squeezer" Pocket Pistol

Lot #120 (Sale Order 120 of 710)

Serial no. 18, 8mm, 1 1/2-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Round hard rubber pommel cap. Length overall: 4-inches.
Condition: Excellent with only slight wear present.
Notes: For discussion of this type pistol, see page 82-83 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*Rare and Unique Boxed U.S. Colt T-12 Espionage or Survival Gun

Lot #121 (Sale Order 121 of 710)

.12 caliber, simple bolt action single-shot barrel gun, reputed to be designed for easy concealment for assassination or suicide use by government agents. Contained in hollow wooden block together with two cartridges. White label on front reading: .12/Cal./ Colt/T-12/U.S. Property.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina. Two cartridges missing from box.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Rare WWII OSS Espionage Model 2 "Stinger" Pen Gun by Rite-Rite Mfg. Co., c. 1943

Lot #122 (Sale Order 122 of 710)

.22 caliber, 2-inch barrel with trigger designed as a pen clip. Designed as an emergency weapon easily concealed in a pocket. Copper screw-on breech with single-round capacity. Olive drab finish. Length overall: 3 1/4-inches. Sold together with copy of an early magazine article discussing the history and details of the development of this unique weapon.
Condition: Very good. Minor losses to finish and age patina present. Breech manufactured to not open, designed to operate one time as a suicide weapon.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare English Patent Railroad Pocket Watch Gun

Lot #123 (Sale Order 123 of 710)

The key-wind coin silver pocket watch gun with hunting case. .3mm, breechblock and mechanism replace the normal watch workings. White enamel face with Roman numerals. Marked: Improved Patent. Dummy hands. Raised crystal. Reverse with jeweled pattern and engraved with a vacant monogram shield. Push-button trigger. Inside lid inscribed: James Haworthy. English hallmarks. Chain ring on top.
Condition: Very good. Light age patina and minor wear present. Mechanism needs repair.
Notes: A similar example is pictured on page 264 of Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare American Railroad Pocket Watch Gun by Elgin National Watch Co.

Lot #124 (Sale Order 124 of 710)

The patent curiosa pocket watch gun of coin silver, the normal watch mechanism replaced by a firing device, the barrel disguised as the winding stem, the trigger a lever next to stem. Inside lid marked: SILVEROID/1563294. The front with white enamel face with Roman numerals and marked: Elgin Natl Watch Co. Dummy hands. Glass crystal.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and patina. Mechanism functions.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Brass Jailer's Key Single-Shot Percussion Pistol, c. 1820

Lot #125 (Sale Order 125 of 710)

The large solid brass jailer's key pistol. with .22 caliber, 3-inch screwbarrel disguised as part of the key shaft. Pistol fired by pulling on ball finial which is spring-loaded to fire the gun. Large lanyard ring. Length: 8 1/4-inches. A clever and unique disguised firearm.
Condition: Very good for this item. Showing age wear and patina. Nipple marred.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Unique Padlock Alarm Gun by Will & Finck

Lot #126 (Sale Order 126 of 710)

.38 caliber, the brass padlock alarm gun with complicated lock mechanism that fires the gun by the depressing of the hasp. Marked on bottom: Will & Finck/S.F. Cal. Two keys included for operation of gun. An unsual and unique curiosa item manufactured by the renowned maker of fine gentlemens knives and gaming devices. Sold together with copy of original patent design plans and documents from the U.S. Patent Office dated September 14, 1897.
Condition: Good. Mechanism needs adjustment.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine Engraved Liegiose Center-Fire Four-Shot Pistol Together with Accompanying Purse Holster, c. 190

Lot #127 (Sale Order 127 of 710)

5mm, 1 1/2-inch barrel formed in a vertical stack, engraved at muzzles with scrolls, and stamped on left-sides of breeches 5.0 1905 (and Leige Proof), folding-trigger, thumb-actuated barrel release, checkered gutta-percha grips. Sold together with rare leather purse holster.
Condition: Gun and holster with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Scarce 4-Barrel "Reform" Brevete Pocket Pistol

Lot #128 (Sale Order 128 of 710)

Serial no. 4416, .25 caliber, 1 3/8-inch four-barrel vertical cluster. Side of barrels marked: Brevete/D.R.P./177023. Blued finish. Crown over "N" proofs. Side-mounted safety. Double action. Checkered hard rubber grips marked: Reform/Pistole/Brevete.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 70-75% finish with scattered wear and patina. Grips very good. Action excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Patent Belgian Double Action Breech-Loading Cartridge Pepperbox/Derringer by A. Chuchu

Lot #129 (Sale Order 129 of 710)

Serial no. 172, .22 caliber, 2-inch hinged 4-barrel cluster. Fire-blued latch spring. Nickel-plated finish. Belgian proofs. Side of frame marked: A. Chuchu/Patent. Folding trigger. Checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear overall. Grips excellent. Action very good. Trigger return spring a bit weak.
Estimate: 3500 - 4000

***Apache Knuckleduster Pocket Knife/Revolver by L. Dolne

Lot #130 (Sale Order 130 of 710)

Serial no. 5770, 7mm, 6-shot cylinder with long flutes, folding steel knuckleduster grips. Frame marked: L. Dolne Invor. Folding trigger and dagger blade. Named for the infamous "Apache" Parisian gang who were known to use them.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey age patina with scattered wear, pitting and age patina.
Notes: This unique curiosa revolver is illustrated in Firearms Curiosa, page 91 by Winant. This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

***Large Belgian 'Apache' Pinfire Combination Pistol

Lot #131 (Sale Order 131 of 710)

Serial no. 4292, .36 caliber, 6-shot fluted cylinder with Liege proofs. German silver frame marked: L. Dolne Invor and fitted with 3 1/2-inch folding knife blade and folding German silver knuckleduster/grip. Length overall 9-inches.
Condition: Very good. Steel parts with dark patina and areas of light pitting. Frame and grips with scattered minor blemishes.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Replica German Third Reich Belt Multi-Shot Gun

Lot #132 (Sale Order 132 of 710)

Serial no. 5, .22 rimfire caliber , 4 individual 1 1/2-inch barrels made in single steel block; individually triggered and spring-loaded to fire forward when release lever is depressed. Spuriously SS markings on bottom of frame. Front belt plate with reproduction aluminum German Army eagle. Sold together with extensive archival file on the history and subsequent counterfeiting of these unique curiosa weapons, including a copy of a photo of one of the originals for comparison.
Condition: Fine. Showing light age wear and patina. Mechanism excellent.
Notes: Most of these unique curiosa Third Reich marked belt guns were manufactured in 1970-71 in post war Germany and are reasonable copies of the rare original. While very unique and collectible in their own right, most existing examples were not officially NSDAP made. The actual original design was an invention originally conceived by Louis Marquis, while in a WWI POW camp in 1915. As an engineer and inventor, Marquis refined his original design and in 1943 received an order to make five initial examples for Himmler's SS. The originals were all SS marked and had SS eagles on the belt plate. The underside of the belt plates of the originals were marked: Louis Marquis/W-Elberfeld and were made with two chambers, not four [see discussion in Deutches Waffen Revue for August and September, 1967, pages 8-9]. [see also page 153, Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 5000 - 10000

*Rare Boxed Patent Sleeve Pistol by E. Carlstrom, Chicago

Lot #133 (Sale Order 133 of 710)

Serial no. 1220, .32 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel. Mounting plate marked: Patented E. Carlstrom Chicago/4852 S. May St./U.S.A. Blued finish. Mechanism mounted on leather slab with elastic wrist and arm bands. Wire trigger release. Contained in original cardboard box, together with copy of instructions.
Condition: Very good. Showing light age wear and patina. Mechanism needing minor adjustment. Box with light age wear and scuffs to lid.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Reproduction German Third Reich Knight's Cross with Oakleaves, Swords and Diamonds in Presentation C

Lot #134 (Sale Order 134 of 710)

The Knight's Cross award marked: 800. Reproduction oakleaves with swords, the oakleaves set with quality cubit zirconian artificial diamonds. Contained in black velvet-lined presentation case, together with red, black and white grosgrain neck ribbon. White satin-lined lid. Case with black leatherette covering. Push-button closure.
Condition: Very good to fine with scattered age wear and patina.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Cased Vienna Roth Copy of the Pour-Le-Merite "Blue Max"

Lot #135 (Sale Order 135 of 710)

The standard pattern award with light blue cloisonne Maltese cross with legend: Pour Le Merite, surmounted with crown and cypher "F." The top with brass jump loop with pierced crown, Award contained in presentation black velvet-lined display case with black and white grosgrain neck ribbon.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina. Ribbon very good. Case with minor wear and age discoloration to lining. Eagles on award are larger than on an original award.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Extremely Rare .38 Smith & Wesson R. F. Sedgley U.S. Navy Hand Firing Mechanism, Mark II, 'The OSS

Lot #136 (Sale Order 136 of 710)

2 3/4 inch smooth-bored barrel, mechanism mounted with ejector lever, sliding safety and hand inscribed "IRS," brass rivets (two loose), mounted on a left-handed leather glove with canvas cuff, marked HAND FIRING MECHANISM-MK-2 S (in a circle).
Condition: Very good, retaining much original finish (about 60-70% blue) and having two dents at plunger, two loose rivets and leather gove with wear overall.
Notes: With xeroxed copies of US Patent Papers for the "Fist Gun" for Stanley M. Haight, filed February 29, 1944. The Sedgely Glove Pistol is an extremely rare Second World US Martial Pistol. It is estimated that perhaps 200 units were produced the bulk of which were chambered for the .38 S&W cartridge. Often associated with the OSS, the Sedgely Glove Pistol was a USN Contract for Navy or Marine Engineers but proved impractical in the field. This example bears the second-type marking. Before the end of the war it is supposed that most of these pistols were destroyed. See Firearms Curiosa by Lewis Winant, pp. 223-4.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Cased Engraved Webley-Bentley Open-Top Percussion Revolver Retailed by Adams & Co., London, c. 1855

Lot #137 (Sale Order 137 of 710)

4 1/2-inch octagonal blued barrel with side-mouted loading lever, barrel scroll engraved at breech and bearing engraved muzzle, top flat inscribed Adams & Co. London, bold scroll-engraved frame, double-action trigger and spurless hammer, checkered walnut grips; bag flask (Riling No. 127), ball mold with sprue-cutter marked 84, three-piece pewter oil vessel, mahogany mounted cleaning rod with brass cap concealing ball screw, nipple wrench with ebonized handle, the whole contained within an oak casing lined with green baise and set with brass escutcheon plate on lid.
Condition: Very good with much original blue to barrel, frame a light gray patina and excellent grips, accessories excellent, flask with staining on charger, case with later dark staining to exterior.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Scarce Unmarked British Flintlock Sword Pistol

Lot #138 (Sale Order 138 of 710)

26 3/4-inch unmarked tapered blade with double fullers and 7-inch false edge. .52 caliber, 3 1/2-inch barrel with Crown over "V" British proof marks. Simple flintlock mechanism. One-piece stag grip slotted for trigger with brass shell pattern guard and knucklebow. Fluted oval pommel with ball finial. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina with scattered light pitting and age patina. Hilt and grip with age patina.
Notes: For a discussion of similar sword pistol see page 18, Firearms Curiosa by Winant.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare English Silver-Mounted Sword Pistol

Lot #139 (Sale Order 139 of 710)

22 1/2-inch tapered blade with double fullers with saw-toothed back edge. .50 caliber, 3 3/4-inch barrel. Crown over "V"and Crown over "P" proofs. Simple flintlock mechanism. Finely detailed and hallmarked silver shell guard and knucklebow with silver ferrule and pommel cap with steel finial. One-piece stag grip slotted for trigger. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Blade with scattered heavy wear; pitting and chips to edge. Pistol elements good and mechanism functions well. Hilt and grip excellent with light age wear and patina. No scabbard.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare and Unique Spanish Miquelet Sword Pistol, c. 18th-century

Lot #140 (Sale Order 140 of 710)

22 1/2-inch unmarked straight blade with single median fuller. Large and thick ovoid steel guard with serrated outer edge. 10mm, 4 5/8-inch part spiral/part octagonal pistol barrel with Spanish proof at breech. Handsome scroll-engraved miquelet action. Steel ramrod mounted bleow barrel. Tapered ebony grip with linear flutes and elongated octagonal pommel cap with steel cap. Pistol trigger protected by guard. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Blade showing wear, scattered pitting and light patina. Pistol mechanism very good to fine. Grip with light wear and minor marks.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

French Combination Hunting Sword/Flintlock Pistol

Lot #141 (Sale Order 141 of 710)

Broad 22?-inch single edged blade with 6?-inch false edge and blued and gilt decoration featuring scrolling florals hunting panoplies and panel of interlaced strapwork at the hilt. Right side mounted with an unmarked 2-inch tapering cannon barrel with the mechanism mounted inside the grip and with single shell form quillon. Folding trigger. Walnut grip scales. Length overall 28-inches.
Condition: Very good. Blade with scattered patches of minor pitting and retaining most bright blue and gilt decoration. Hilt with grey metal lightly pitted overall. Grips with cracked area and three chips.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Scarce Unmarked 18th-Century Continental Flintlock Sword Pistol, c. 1750

Lot #142 (Sale Order 142 of 710)

28 1/2-inch unmarked slightly curved blade with single wide fuller. .50 caliber, 7 1/4-inch unmarked tapered barrel. Unmarked flintlock mechanism. Steel single-bar guard. Two-piece wood grip slotted for trigger.
Condition: Good. Blade and pistol showing grey age patina and scattered wear and pitting. Grip very good with light wear. No scabbard.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Belgian Cavalry Pinfire Revolver/Sword with Scabbard, c. 1840

Lot #143 (Sale Order 143 of 710)

32 1/2-inch curved blade with clip-point tip with single wide fuller and two median fullers near tip. Base of blade etched with arms panoplies and floral scroll. Hilt with integral pinfire revolver with 6-Shot cylinder. Topstrap marked: 293/ H.G. & F/Brevete. Belgian proofs. Steel stirrup knucklebow with fingerform checkered walnut grip scales. Octagonal pommel cap. Steel scabbard with two ring mounts and recess to accomodate revolver barrel.
Condition: Very good. Metal with light grey age patina and scattered wear overall. Grip good. Revolver mechanism needs minor repair.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Scarce Pair of Ivory-Stocked Dutch Flintlock Turned Barrel, Double-Lock Pistols with Figural Butts,

Lot #144 (Sale Order 144 of 710)

.52 caliber, 12 3/8-inch tapered with molded bands and fluted breeches. Scroll-engraved locks, tang and triggerguards. Spring-loaded barrel release in front of triggerguard. Relief-carved ivory stocks with side-mounted ivory ramrods with steel thimbles and tips. Figural carved butts with Turk's heads.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Ivory with mellow age patina. One example with small hairline crack in ivory and loose joint between barrel assembly and frame, needing attention.
Provenance: For a similar example see W.G. Renwick CollectionSotheby's, London, December, 1974, Lot 71
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Rare and Fine Miniature Ivory-Stocked, Engraved and Scrimshawed Wheellock Ball Butt Pocket Pistol, c

Lot #145 (Sale Order 145 of 710)

.28 caliber, 2 1/2-inch two-stage barrel with flared muzzle and octagonal breech, the facets scroll-engraved with roped border detail. Delicate lock mechanism, the cock engraved with the image of a cayman head, the wheel with a gold-washed grotesque face; lockplate with the image of a hunting dog. Engraved ivory stock with roped borders and floral scrolls. The left side with engraved hunting scene. Steel triggerguard, the bottom engraved with roped bands and florals. Engraved ivory ball-butt with cast silver floral bands and grotesque head bosses. Cast pommel cap with grotesque mask. Ivory ramrod.
Condition: Excellent with light handling wear and patina.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Erotica Ivory "Whirligig" Dildo, possibly c. 19th century

Lot #146 (Sale Order 146 of 710)

The rare and finely carved ivory penis-shaped dildo, the base with scrimshawed scene of a female domestic in flagrante delicto, the subject object in place with scrimshawed riband reading: "The Whirligig." Three brass mounting rings. Overall length: 6 1/4 inches.
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear and age patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Unusual Ivory Mermaid Figural Powder Flask, 20th Century

Lot #147 (Sale Order 147 of 710)

The carved ivory figural powder flask in the form of a mermaid, the nude female torso handsomely rendered and finely detailed with long, flowing hair. The turned spout with stem valve. Engraved silver waist band with ring mount. The lower portion of flask fashioned from what appears to be translucent horn in the shape of fish tail fins. Silver oval escutcheon with coat-of-arms and Latin motto riband reading: Fortiter Et Rect [With Fortitude and Rectitude]. Ring mount on tail. Overall length: 10 1/2-inches. A rare, unique and attractive curiosa item.
Condition: Fine with light age wear and patina. Insignificant minor age cracks in horn.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Carved Ivory Powderhorn Flask, c. 20th-century

Lot #148 (Sale Order 148 of 710)

The carved ivory powder flask in the form of a small horn, the outer side with relief-carved image of a skull and crossed bones with riband reading: Grand Terre. A riband above the skull with date 1809; a scroll below with inscribed: "W." The inner side with relief-carved trophies of arms and shield with clenched fist holding a scroll. Carved rope pattern borders. Carved spout with threaded stopper. Wooden plug. Length: 5 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Very Fine Cased Elaborate Exhibition Engraved Gold Finished Adams-Beaumont Patent Percussion Revolve

Lot #149 (Sale Order 149 of 710)

3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel (lacking fore-sight) engraved along top-strap E. M. Reilly & Co. New Oxford Street London., extensively engraved with robust foliate scrolls gold overall, side-mounted loading lever, double-action mechanism, deep-relief carved ivory grip with rose, thistle and clover motifs; ivory-mounted gold-finished steel turn-screw and nipple-wrench, scroll-engraved double ball mold with sprue-cutter, gold-finished cleaning rod, gold-finished cap-box inscribed on lid: E.M. REILLY & CO. NEW OXFORD ST. LONDON 12 RUE SCRIBE PARIS, two-piece ivory cap-box inlaid on the lid with small ebony molding and blue-paste insert, gold-washed three-piece oil vessel marked JAMES DIXON & SONS SHEFFIELD, very fine scroll-engraved gold-finished diminutive powder flask; the whole contained within an ebony (likely veneer) case lined with deep red velour and gilt-stamped E.M. REILLY & CO. GUN MANUFACTURERS. 502 NEW OXFORD ST. LONDON, the exterior eight gilt reinforcements embellished with scrolls, shield form and keyplate.
Condition: Very good, lacking foresight as noted, mechanically fine, the flask with shallow dent on one side, some losses to gilt-stamping to interior of lid, insignificant cracks on lid, ivory grip shows some small expected light cracking.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Rare and Historic Fine Cased English Double Barrel Flintlock Pocket Pistol and Accessories by Joseph

Lot #150 (Sale Order 150 of 710)

.38 caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued tapered octagonal over and under barrels with gold-inlaid legend: Jos. Egg. Breech with inlaid silver band and engraved dentate border. Tang with gold-inlaid sprigs and trophies of arms. Engraved lock mechanisms marked: Jos. Egg. External cock springs. Roller frizzen springs. Sliding safeties. Sterling silver triggerguard and pommel, both delicately engraved in floral scrolls, dentate and roped borders, the triggerguard with trophies-of-arms. Silversmith marks. German silver pommel cap with engraved coat-of-arms. Checkered walnut stock with gold wrist escutcheon engraved with heraldric crest. Engraved steel ramrod. Pistol contained in original green felt-lined partitioned walnut case together with single-cavity bullet mold, steel cleaning rod, red calf leather-covered ball and powder flask, flint and patch supply. Original paper maker's label in lid reading: By His Majesty 's Royal Letters Patent/Water Proof Gun Lock/More Certain & Quicker Fire/Josh Egg/Gun Maker./Corner of Piccadilly/Haymarket. Lid with concealed brass octagonal handle and ivory key escutcheon.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with light wear overall. Wood excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case and accessories excellent with light wear, age patina and minor marks.
Notes: This pistol, bearing his crest on the bottom of the butt, indicates it was once the property of John Pitt, Earl of Chatham, Viscount Pitt, K.C., a Lieutenant General of the Army, Colonel of Royal Engineers and Colonel of the 4th Regiment of Foot and Governor of Gibraltar. Born September 10th, 1756. Succeeded his father, the late Earl, May 11th, 1778. Married July 9th, 1783, Mary Elizabeth, second daughter of Thomas, first Viscount Sidney and Earl of Chatham, July 30th, 1776: and Baron Chatham, in right of his mother so created, October 5th, 1761. [note: the 4th Regiment (King's Own Royal Regiment)
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Exceptional Cased Pair of Silver and Ormolu-Mounted Flintlock Holster Pistols by William Parker, Lon

Lot #151 (Sale Order 151 of 710)

12-inch two-stage barrels, each numbered 5498 on the underside, with extensive gold-washed etched decorations and marked W. PARKER, MAKER TO HIS MAJESTY, HOLBORN, LONDON, breeches inlaid with four gold bands and engraved with panoplies-of-arms, barrel tangs embellished en suite to barrels; walnut full-stocks exuberantly inlaid with extensive silver inlays of acorns, grape bunch, and rosebud on meandering branches; gold-washed brass (ormolu) triggerguards, spur pommel caps and ramrod pipes, cast in high-relief with trophies-of-arms; gilt-brass, black Moroccan leather-bound three-compartment powder flask adorned with gilt-stamped decorations with a hunter, german-silver mounted mahogany cleaning rod the tip concealing a ball screw, german-silver loading tip, patches and two flints; the whole contained within a brass-inlaid rosewood case lined in deep green velour, and bearing paper trade-label of Parker enclosed within a gold and blue cloth.
Condition: Fine; barrels show some age patina with generous traces of gold and bright fire-blue, excellent lockplates and stocks, excellent flask and rod, very good case with large crack on the base, lining good with some small areas of wear, exterior of case with old revarnish.
Notes: See Der Neue Stockel, p. 916.
Provenance: Edward Hubbard Litchfield, Park-Bernet Galleries, New York, December 1951, Lot 225, Fenton & Sons, London
Estimate: 50000 - 90000

Exceptional Gilt-Finished German Double-Barrel Over and Under Flintlock Sword Pistol

Lot #152 (Sale Order 152 of 710)

.36 caliber, 3 1/8-inch brass barrels and frame. Flintlock mechanism with file-notched frizzen spring. 22-inch straight blade with 5 1/2-inch back edge. Gilt hilt with heavy shell guard relief-engraved with stag and oakleaf motifs. Single bar knucklebow with dog head mounts, the base of guard with bar appearing to enter and exit the mouths of dogs with boar head quillon. One-piece stag grip with scroll-engraved strap work. Grotesque masque pommel cap. Contained in original black leather scabbard with ornate gilt mountings engraved with arms panoplies and floral scrolls. Four ring mounts.
Condition: Very good to fine. Blade showing wear and scattered pitting. Pistol and hilt excellent. Scabbard with light wear and checking to leather. Mounts excellent.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Rare Cased English Silver-Mounted Flintlock Sword Pistol and Scabbard by Griffin & Tow

Lot #153 (Sale Order 153 of 710)

25-inch unmarked straight blade with double fullers. .50 caliber 2 1/8-inch turn-off barrel with molded banding at breech. Boxlock action. Sliding safety. Scroll-engraved silver side panels marked: Griffin & Tow and London. British proofs. Finely made and hallmarked silver shell guard. Engraved screws and triggerguard. One-piece walnut grip with beautiful silver scroll side panel decoration and silver eaglehead pommel cap. Original black leather scabbard with silver throat and tip. Silver belt stud. Sword and scabbard both contained in burgundy satin-lined case with burgundy velvet covering. Pierced gold-washed floral escutcheon on lid.
Condition: Sword very good to excellent, showing age wear, pitting and age patina. Some mountings with minor dents. Scabbard good with minor checking to leather. Case showing heavy wear to exterior with most of velvet velour worn away. Cracks present in bottom of case.
Provenance: Frank Bivins Collection
Illustrations: Half Century Scrapbook of Vari-Type Firearms by Theodore Dexter 1960, plate 52 #970 and Blades & Barrels, H.Gordon Frost, 1972, page 129, #202.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Rare English Three-Barrel Flintlock Tap-Action Box-Lock Pistol with Folding Bayonet, by John Richard

Lot #154 (Sale Order 154 of 710)

2 1/4-inch barrels, the lower-most mounted with triangular-form spring bayonet (1 3/4-inches) marked DL, box-lock action engraved with panoplies-of-arms and inscribed J. RICHARDS LONDON, three-position tap-action lever on left-side, triggerguard actuated bayonet release, half-cock thumb activated safety, checkered bag-shaped grip with small silver oval escutcheon plate.
Condition: Very good, with light cleaning overall, some minor wear to grip, mechanically fine.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Rare French Flintlock Pistol with Bayonet by Nicolas-Noel Boutet a Versailles, c. 1800

Lot #155 (Sale Order 155 of 710)

4 3/4-inch round barrel inscribed BOUTET DIRECTEUR on one side, and MANUFACTURE A' VERSAILLES on the other, mounted on the barrel's underside with a triggerguard actuated spring bayonet with a 2 /4-inch triangular-form blade, engraved cock and frizzen, checkered bag-shaped walnut grip.
Condition: Good, cleaned overall, with number 60 written in ink on one side of grip.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare Four-Barrel Flintlock Box-Lock Turn-Over Pistol by Henri Petitjean, Liege, c. 1790

Lot #156 (Sale Order 156 of 710)

1 5/8-inch two-stage cannon-type barrels, breech inscribed H. PETITJEAN, box-lock action engraved with floral drapery, triggerguard barrel release, double-triggers, double cocks, single thumb-piece safety, walnut stock inlaid with silver-wires forming simple meandering scrolls, silver gripcap formed with a grotesque face.
Condition: Very good, with light patina overall, excellent wood, some restorations to silver-wire inlays.
Provenance: Christie's London, lot no. 201, May 1994.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare and Unique English Gold-Inlaid Flintlock Magazine Repeating Pistol by Henry Nock for the Russia

Lot #157 (Sale Order 157 of 710)

.49 caliber, 9 3/8-inch part round/part octagonal slightly swamped barrel, the gilt bead front sight set onto a gold-inlaid 8-pointed star. Mid-section of barrel with shallow flutes and gold-inlaid barbed line detail. Gold banding and floral motifs. Bottom of barrel marked at breech HN. Russian proofs. Fire-blued finish. Unique flintlock mechanism based on the "Lorenzoni" principle. Lock, top of frame and side-mounted breech lever gold-inlaid with stars, floral motifs and laurel garlands. Left side frame panels with herringbone border detail. Top of frame and tang with gold-inlaid arms panoply and floral motifs. Lock marked: A. Cvphp. One-piece walnut slab grip with profuse fine silver wire inlay with floral and arms panoplies. A truly unique and fine antique firearm.
Condition: Fine to excellent as re-configured. Retaining approximately 65-75 thinning blue, possibly refinished with wear to breech lever and relief edges. Loading lever an expert replacement. Wood with light age wear and patina. Lanyard ring openings expertly filled in and restored to original configuration with silver wire inlay. Mechanically sound.
Provenance: Collection of Jeanne et Robert-Jean Charles, Board of Directors and President of the Technical Committee of the Musee de l'Armee, Paris, 1993.
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Rare Unmarked 18th-Century Tinderbox Pistol

Lot #158 (Sale Order 158 of 710)

Of brass construction, the unadorned flintlock boxlock action with round tinderbox, hinged compartment below and side-mounted candleholder. Walnut one-piece slab grip. Scroll-type front base. Steel triggerguard.
Condition: Very good. Showing light wear, scattered pitting and age patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare British Engraved Flintlock Powder Tester by R. Fenton, London

Lot #159 (Sale Order 159 of 710)

Ratchet-type calibrated wheel with scroll-engraved top and side languets. Boxlock action with sideplates engraved in flag panoplies and scrolling ribands reading: R. Fenton/London. Tang and triggerguard engraved in scrolls and florals. One-piece walnut slab grip.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and patina. Grip with minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Lot of 7 Assorted Antique Bullet Molds

Lot #160 (Sale Order 160 of 710)

Comprising six single-cavity steel ball molds, five examples with integral sprue cutters. Three with nipple and lock wrenches. One two-cavity French example marked: J. Fournel.
Condition: All are good to excellent with scattered wear and patina.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Lot of Four Assorted Powder and Ball Flasks.

Lot #161 (Sale Order 161 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Small diamond-checkered pattern pistol flask with spring-loaded charger [small version of Riling #429]. 2) Three-compartment pistol powder flask by Batty, Riling No. 148 4 1/2-inches overall, BATTY marked on lid of one compartment at base. 3) Three-compartment Pistol Powder Flask, Riling No. 176 4-3/4-inches overall, shell-form lid on one compartment. 4) Two-compartment powder and ball flask marked Dixon & Sons, Sheffield. Copper flask with spring-loaded charger.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with scattered wear and age patina.
Provenance: Alan S. Kelley Collection.
Estimate: 700 - 1000

Scarce Tin Box of Metallic 9mm Pin-Fire Cartridges for the LeFaucheux Revolver

Lot #162 (Sale Order 162 of 710)

The original tin box with darkened paper label reading: 50/Metallic Pin-Fire/Cartridges/for Le Faucheux Revolvers/9mm. Box contains 40 rounds of the original 50.
Condition: Good. Box with age wear, minor rust spots and patina. Label darkened and soiled. Cartridges very good with minor oxidation.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Lot of Scarce European Percussion Cap Tins and Boxes

Lot #163 (Sale Order 163 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Large military cap tin with caps marked: Eley Bros. Blue label [torn]. 2) Two small Eley cap tins with orange labels. 3) Two cardboard cap boxes marked: Gaupillat. Green and white labels. 4) White French cap box marked: Sellier & Bellot. 5) French dark green cap tin marked: Alcan Company Inc. 6) Green cap tin marked: Gevelot [unopened]. 7) Cap tin with loose label marked: Gevelot.
Condition: All showing age wear, light rust, tears and losses to labels and scuffs to lids.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Very Fine Silver-Mounted Small Flintlock Pistol by Johann Adam Kuchenreuter an Regensburg, Bayern, c

Lot #164 (Sale Order 164 of 710)

2 5/8-inch browned octagonal barrel inlaid in gold JOH. ADAM KUCHENREUTER and fitted with foresight, lockplate inscribed AN REGENSBURG, with roller frizzen spring and French cock, push-on half-cock safety, walnut half-stock ornately carved about barrel tang and incorporating a carved framework within which rests a silver shield-form escutcheon plate surmounted by a crown and engraved with the monogram HCD, two silver screw-plates, one of two leaves, the other a pineapple, a single silver oval plate engraved 1, silver triggerguard and grip cap engraved with florals, varnished grip with checkered panels.
Condition: Excellent, with re-browned barrel, excellent wood and metal parts throughout.
Provenance: Brian M. Powers, 1991.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Scarce Over and Under Flintlock Pocket Pistol by William Smith, London, c. 1820

Lot #165 (Sale Order 165 of 710)

3-inch solid steel barrels bored to .38 caliber and engraved with line-borders and scrolls incorporating snake-heads, inscribed WM. SMITH PRINCES STRT LONDON, lockplates engraved with decorative borders and scrolls and additionally incorporating inscribed maker's names beneath cock spring, semi-rainproof pans, roller frizzen springs, ornately engraved triggerguard, two triggers, checkered walnut grips mounted with simple grip cap with loading-rod.
Condition: Fine as possibly partially refinished, showing some light pitting under blued finish on barrel near front of locks, grip retains most varnish with light wear.
Notes: William Smith at 50 Princes Street, London [1818-1824.] See Der Neue Stockel, p. 1186.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Fine French Double-Barrel Box-Lock Flintlock Pistol by Jean Anne Cherat, Paris, c. 1790

Lot #166 (Sale Order 166 of 710)

2-inch cannon barrels engraved with drapery and numbered 1 - 4, the box-lock actions with ribands engraved CHERAT PARIS and ornamented with clouds issuing forth lightning and classical scrollwork overall, each side of the actions engraved with panels scenes one of a panoply-of-arms and the other a naval scene of a three-masted ship in harbor that is guarded by a tower, double cocks engraved en suite, folding trigger at base engraved with drapery, relief-carved walnut grip mounted with a silver cap formed in the image of a lion's face (classical motif of the Nemean Lion killed by Hercules).
Condition: Very good with light cleaning overall.
Notes: Jean Anne Cherat, working 1786 - 1812, was the gunmaker to the King of Spain and of Naples. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 211.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine 18th-Century English Silver Wire-Inlaid German Silver Screwbarrel Flintlock Pocket Pistol

Lot #167 (Sale Order 167 of 710)

.52 caliber, 1 1/2-inch, German silver screwbarrel. German silver boxlock action, the sides engraved with panoplies; side of breech marked: London. Roped border detail. Crown over "V" proofs. Folding trigger. Sliding safety. Engraved screws. One-piece walnut slab grip, inlaid with finely crafted silver wire floral motifs. Top of wrist and back of grip with arms panoply and vita culture motifs. A fine example of English gunmaking.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine English Side-by-Side Flintlock Boxlock Pocket Pistol by H. Nock

Lot #168 (Sale Order 168 of 710)

.38 caliber, 2-inch round screwbarrels with octagonal breeches and scalloped muzzle borders. Eight-pointed star muzzle faces. British proofs. Frame engraved with flag panoplies and palm leaf border detail. Left side marked: H. Nock. Right side: London. Side-mounted selector tap. Sliding safety. Fire-blued folding trigger. Engraved screws. One-piece walnut slab grip with checkered spine and silver wrist escutcheon engraved with coat-of-arms featuring a crown over a shield.
Condition: Fine. Metal in-the-white, the barrels with light burnishing. Wood with minor wear and marks. Trigger with traces of fire-blued finish. Mechanism excellent.
Notes: Henry Nock [1760-1810]. Famous London and Birmingham maker known to be the first to utilize the sliding safety on flintlock mechanisms.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Elaborate Silver and Gold-Mounted Turn-off Barrel Flintlock Muff Pistol by William Parker, London, c

Lot #169 (Sale Order 169 of 710)

2 1/2-inch round barrel inlaid in gold with two panoplies-of-arms within floral surrounds, folding barrel-lever on underside, round box-lock action with gold embellishments en suite to barrel; grip profusely inlaid with meandering floral scroll-work, vacant silver oval escutcheon plate and engraved pommel cap.
Condition: Very good, the barrel and action with darkish patina overall, some minor staining and marks to underside at trigger mechanically fine, no losses to silver inlays though some bear insignificant marks.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine Silver-Inlaid English Flintlock Screwbarrel Muff Pistol by Wilson

Lot #170 (Sale Order 170 of 710)

.41 caliber, 1 1/2-inch screwbarrel, the muzzle with palm leaf border detail. Scroll and floral engraved frame marked: Alex Wilson /No. 1/Vigo Lane/London. British proofs. Flintlock boxlock action, the sides of pan engraved with palm leaf motifs. Engraved cock. Sliding safety, the top engraved with dentate line detail. Fire-blued folding trigger. Bag-shaped one-piece ebony grip profusely inlaid with highly detailed silver wire floral meander. Vacant silver wrist escutcheon with engraved borders. Engraved silver pommel cap.
Condition: Fine. Steel showing smooth grey patina. Trigger with traces of fire-blued finish. Mechanically excellent. A fine overall example.
Notes: Alexander Wilson, London [1810-1835] Maker of fine flintlock pocket pistols.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Cased Pair of English Flintlock Box-Lock Pocket Pistols by Durs Egg, London, c. 1790

Lot #171 (Sale Order 171 of 710)

1 3/4-inch round barrels, breeches inscribed D. EGG LONDON, box-lock actions engraved with panoplies-of-arms, push-on half-cock safeties, engraved cocks, burl-walnut stocks with foliate silver inlays; three compartment brass powder flask, balluster-form walnut-handled turn-screw, ball mold with sprue-cutter, tow, barrel wrench, key and a selection of flints; the whole contained within a green baise lined mahogany case with EGG trade-label (light damage to upper right-hand corner) for Coventry Street, Haymarket address, and mounted with a larger brass carrying handle.
Condition: Very minor light staining on barrels and breeches, excellent grips, mechanically fine, flask with wear and some minor scratches, very good case with excellent interior, label with minor damage as noted
Notes: Der Neue Stockel lists Durs Egg at Coventry Street, Haymarket.
Provenance: Sotheby's Zurich lot no. 176, November, 1992.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce Cased Pair of French Screwbarrel Flintlock Muff Pistols and Dagger Ensemble by Broutet, Paris

Lot #172 (Sale Order 172 of 710)

.52 caliber, 1 3/8-inch screwbarrels with engraved muzzle bands. Bottom of breeches marked: Broutet, Paris. Sides of one example with frame engraved with hunting dog and deer pictorials; the other with lion and rampant horse pictorials. Top facets of frames marked: Tourni and Par. Floors of frames and folding triggers engraved with festoons, garlands, floral sprays and figural nudes. Thumb button safeties. Boxlock actions with engraved cocks. One-piece ebony slab grips carved with fishscale and shell motifs. Vacant gold oval escutcheons on spines of grips. Pistols contained in walnut green velvet-lined French-style casing with dagger having a 4 3/8-inch 4-sided spike blade with recurved steel crossguard, German silver ferrule and one-piece spiral form ebony grip with thumb rest pommel. German silver scabbard with ring mount. Set also contains single-cavity steel bullet mold. Case has two lidded corner compartments for other accessories. Lid of case with double gold line border inlays. Brass hook closures on sides of case.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with grey age patina and minor pitting on one example. One example with frozen safety. One example with fine hairline crack in top of grip. Actions good. Dagger excellent with light wear overall. Case with light age wear with minor scratches and chip to lid. One closure hook missing locking nail.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine Cased Pair of Silver-Mounted 40 Bore Flintlock Box-lock Turn-off Barrel Pistols by Edward & Wi

Lot #173 (Sale Order 173 of 710)

2 1/2-inch barrels engraved at muzzles with bands of foliage, scroll and snake-head engraved brass round actions set with concealed triggers, rain-proof pans, engraved push-on safeties, walnut grips exuberantly inlaid with meandering silver floral-scrolls, escutcheon plates and engraved pommel caps; three-piece pewter oil vessel, polished-steel barrel wrench, G. & J. W. Hawksley cylindrical two compartment powder flask (4 3/8-inches overall) incorporating single ring, polished steel ball mold with integral sprue-cutter (marked 40); the whole contained within a mahogany casing, lined on the interior with olive-green velour with large paper label of E. & W. Bond, London and featuring four vignettes, lid set with flush-fitting carrying handle.
Provenance: Christie's, London, lot no. 223, March 1995.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Fine Cased Pair of English Over & Under Flintlock Pistols by D. Egg, Gunmaker to His Majesty the Pri

Lot #174 (Sale Order 174 of 710)

.41 caliber, 3 1/2-inch brown damascened octagonal barrels with steel under-ribs and gold-inlaid addresses reading: D. Egg-London. Gold-banding at breeches. Scroll-engraved tangs. Engraved screws. Finely engraved and case-hardened locks marked: D. Egg. Roller frizzen springs. Bottom of locks and triggerguard with engraved dentate borders. Sliding safeties. Checkered one-piece walnut grips with plain elongated butts. Gold wrist escutcheons engraved with the Royal Crown surmounted by a Lion. Ebony ramrods with horn tips. Both pistols contained in original green velvet-lined partitioned walnut casing together with red calf-covered oval-based shot and powder flask; japanned cap tin; ramrod with rammer, wormer and handle; single-cavity steel bullet mold; extra steel rammer with steel handle and key to case. Lid with circular brass concealed handle with center inlaid escutcheon bearing the engraved image of Royal Crown and Lion. Ivory key escutcheon. Brass hook-type closures. Original dealer's label on inside lid reading: From the Haymarket./132 Strand/ London/D. EGG/ PATENT/ GUNMAKER to his Majesty the Prince of Wales, the Duke of York.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish overall with scattered light wear to relief edges. Locks with faded case-hardening. Wood excellent with slight handling wear. Case with scattered wear; light scratches and blemishes. Interior with minor wear to lining. Accessories very good to excellent with scattered light wear and age patina. A fine example of superior English gunmaking.
Notes: Durs Egg, [1750-1834], London, Gunmaker to His Majesty the Prince of Wales, the Duke of York. One of the most renown gunmakers of England, the Egg family had at least six different members in the profession, spanning almost 70 years of fine gun making. This cased set is a fine and exceptional example of their work.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare and Exceptional Cased Over & Under Percussion Pocket Pistol with Spring-Loaded Bayonet and Acce

Lot #175 (Sale Order 175 of 710)

.32 caliber, 2-inch barrels with top-mounted fire-blued spring-loaded bayonet and swivel cleaning rod. Vibrand case-hardened finish. Delicate floral scroll-engraved hammers and frame. Fire-blued triggerguard and double triggers. Engraved screws. Finely checkered one-piece walnut grip with silver oval wrist escutcheon engraved with a heraldric Lion's head and initials WG. Top of wrist with bayonet trigger. Lion's face silver pommel caps with lanyard ring. A very fine English pocket pistol. Contained in original partitioned London-style walnut case with brass conceled handle and key escutcheon, together with single-cavity bullet mold, brass oiler, sliding brass powder measure, fruitwood cap box, steel spring clamp, large japanned cap tin marked: Whistler/Anti-corrosive Copper Caps/ No. 11/London; handsome leather-covered silvered cap and ball flask [broken spring] with silver escutcheon inscribed: WG.; "T" nipple wrench with ball compartment finials; brass powder measure and key to case.
Condition: Pistol is mint. Retaining all finish and vibrant case colors. Case showing light wear and marks to exterior. Interior of case very good with minor separation to trim of one compartment and crack repair in one lid. Accessories fine to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Cased Pair of 109 Bore Percussion Travelling Pistols with Folding Bayonets by Joseph Egg & Sons, Lo

Lot #176 (Sale Order 176 of 710)

Flared two-stage cannon barrels with swivel ramrods and spring bayonets (marked I.L.), scroll-engraved octagonal breeches marked JOSEPH EGG & SONS 1 PICCADILLY, LONDON on left sides and mounted with bayonet releases on right sides, scroll-engraved hammers with push-on half-cock safeties, finely checkered walnut grips (each marked 144 above gripcaps) set with oval silver escutcheon plates, and finished with scroll and floral engraved gripcaps with concealed compartments; WD marked ball mold (No. 109), brass and iron accessory rod with brass loading tip concealing a ball screw, turned boxwood cap-box, small leather pouch, Macassar ebony mounted nipple-wrench (wood with split), key, the whole contained within the original green baise-lined mahogany case mounted with round brass escutcheon plate on lid (vacant), and set with a Joseph Egg & Sons paper label on inside of lid.
Condition: Excellent, barrels and breeches retain traces of original finish in protected areas, with a fine aged light gray patina overall, excellent wood, excellent casing and accessories
Notes: Joseph Egg, nephew of Durs Egg, partner of Heny Tatham (1801-1814). Stockel lists Joseph Egg at 1 Piccadilly, London after 1814, and as Joseph Egg and Company, 1832-1840.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine Cased Pair of English Percussion Pocket Pistols by Clark, London, c. 1820

Lot #177 (Sale Order 177 of 710)

1 1/4-inch round barrels engraved with acanthus leaf borders, scroll-engraved box-locks inscribed CLARK LONDON, folding triggers, walnut bag-shaped grips with inlays of silver-wire forming foliate scrolls, engraved silver grip caps, leather covered three-compartment powder flask, barrel wrench, pewter oil vessel, John Blissett, London cap tin, ebonized wood mounted turn-screw, ball mold with integral sprue-cutter, key, the whole contained within a brass-bound mahogany case lined in green felt.
Condition: Excellent, retaining much original blue to barrels, flask with expected light scuffs, case lining with some light fading.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Cased Pair of English Percussion Box-Lock Turn-Over Pistols, Unmarked, c. 1850

Lot #178 (Sale Order 178 of 710)

2 1/2-inch octagonal barrels with engraved muzzles and breeches, scroll engraved box-locks, finely checkered walnut grips with carved pommels framing German-silver shield plates engraved with the Bedford Family coat-of-arms (quartered with that of the Hall Family); Sykes bag-shaped pistol powder-flask (3-inches overall), ball mold marked 78, ebonized wood ram rod, and ball screw, the whole contained within a brass-bound mahogany case lined in blue baise, the lid inlaid with brass plaque inscribed JOHN BEDFORD WADLSEY PARK.
Condition: Excellent with vibrant recase-hardened finish and excellent grips, powder flask with minor light dent and staining overall, very good case lacking the latch piece from lid.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine Cased Pair of Liegiose Percussion Box-Lock Pocket Pistols, c. 1850

Lot #179 (Sale Order 179 of 710)

2 3/4-inch round barrels marked with single Crown F, breeches serialized 1076 and marked with Liege proofs, scroll engraved box-lock actions, engraved hammers, varnished bag-shaped wlanut grips, set with scroll-engraved grip caps containing concealed cap-boxes; combination ball mold, barrel wrench and nipple wrench, turned walnut cap-box, turned walnut powder flask; the whole contained within a gilt-stamped leather-bound casing lined in red felt (now faded in exposed areas towards a yellowish-red).
Condition: Very good, the pistols with insignificant light staining on metal parts, wood in excellent condition, excellent accessories, case with wear and some small losses.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Very Fine and Historic Cased Pair of First Empire Flintlock Pistols by Nicolas-Noel Boutet a Versail

Lot #180 (Sale Order 180 of 710)

10 1/2-inch, swamped octagonal barrels embellished with gold inlays at muzzles, stippled barrel flats outlined by gold-inlaid borders and with large gold panels at breeches, each struck with three poincons CB, NB (Nicolas-Noel Boutet), and LC, breech-tangs engraved with Roman fasces and arrows and quiver motifs, gold-inlaid oval touch-holes, each barrel inscribed underneath with the signature of a Versailles Manufactury inspector (likely that of Jean Cazamajou, working 1804-1806, though the signature is now very faint); lock-plates inscribed: Boutet Directeur Artiste / Manuf a Versailles, the lockplates set with roller frizzen springs, detented sears, elaborate pierced cocks and pan covers, the whole engraved with decorative borders and floral scrolls, the jaws engraved with clouds and lightning, set-triggers with tensions screws; walnut full-stocks with simple border-molding and fine relief-carved florals along underside and framing checkered panels at grips, the stocks mounted with hexagonal polished-steel ramrod pipes, elaborate triggerguards embellished with motifs en suite with breech tangs, fine floral-engraved polished-steel pommel caps surrounded by relief-carved molding, mahogany ramrods with ivory endpieces; polished-steel ball mold with integral sprue-cutter, brass-mounted pressed-horn plunger charger, oil vessel, mahogany-handled flint-knapper, mahogany mallet and cleaning-rod, loading-rod with brass tip, another with brass-tipped adjustable power measure, walnut-mounted turn-screw, small cleaning jag, and key, the whole contained within an ebony-banded mahogany veneered Boutet case, the French fitted compartments lined with green barise and decorated with gold piping.
Condition: Excellent overall, casing with excellent interior, case now lacking touch-hole pick, lid with professional repairs to veneer and filled separation to veneer of lid exterior, very small crack to one pistol's fore-end.
Estimate: 50000 - 70000

Engraved Commemorative 17th-Century Horn Powder Flask

Lot #181 (Sale Order 181 of 710)

The translucent horn powder flask, the obverse finely engraved with the portrait of a 17th-Century gentleman, the reverse with a coat-of-arms and date 1634. Edges of flask sealed with brass rivets. German silver powder charger with coined edge screw-off lid and swivel charger marked: A Chi Priv/Beetz, Wein. See-through powder charge chamber. German silver spout with horn ring. Four ring mounts. While dated 1634, this flask was manufactured in the mid-19th century as a commemorative decorator. Beetz, a well known Austrian flask maker 1850-60. Size: 10 1/2-inches high.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina overall.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Superb French Silver-Mounted Carved Ivory Flaskc.18th century

Lot #182 (Sale Order 182 of 710)

The fine tapered intaglio-carved ivory flask, with three friezes, each depicting a different scene, the bottom with group of hunting dogs on the scent, with mounted hunters in the background; the middle scene Diana, Goddess of the Hunt with a bow, seated in a chariot, pulled by two stags surrounded by highly-detailed woodland background; the top depicting a putto with a dead hare and an eagle in clouds with dead hare in its claws. Surmounted by a band of oakleaves. Rouletting beaded bands flank a finely engraved and banded coin silver ferrule with spring-loaded charging lever. Cabbage leaf finial base terminating with scalloped and ribbed spout. Shell pattern silver cap. Single silver ring mount. An exceptional and museum quality carved ivory flask. Length: 11 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare and Unique 17th-Century Steel Wheellock Combination Powder Flask, Spanner Wrench, Screwdriver a

Lot #183 (Sale Order 183 of 710)

Of polished steel construction, the tapered octagonal flask with spring-loaded spout cover, Side-mounted square spanner and pricker. Domed pommel with integral screwdriver. Steel ring mount. Length: 8-inches.
Condition: Very good with light age patina.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare English Double-Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss with Spring-Loaded Bayonet by Simmons

Lot #184 (Sale Order 184 of 710)

12 7/8-inch brown lacquered blunderbuss barrels, 1 1/8-inch muzzle diameters. Spring-loaded triangular bayonet with tang-mounted trigger. Engraved dentate borders at breech. Scroll-engraved cocks and locks with sliding safeties. Locks marked: Simmons. Roller frizzen springs. Double triggers. Checkered walnut stock with engraved steel furniture and buttplate. German silver wedge escutcheons and vacant wrist escutcheon. Wooden ramrod with horn tip.
Condition: Fine. Barrels retaining approximately 95-99% age-brown refinish with light wear overall. Locks and furniture with dark age patina with traces of finish remaining in some protected areas. Wood with minor dents and bruises. Mechanically sound.
Notes: Joseph Simmons, [1802-1815], Birmingham
Addendum: The wedge housing on this item has been re-soldered to the barrel assembly and the ramrod has had a minor repair.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Fine and Interesting English Combination Flintlock Blunderbuss Rifle/Pistol/Walking Stick by Bunney

Lot #185 (Sale Order 185 of 710)

.70 caliber, with two screw-off cannon muzzle blunderbuss barrels of 6 and 15 1/4-inches, both with molded banding and rouletted borders. Also included is an interchangeable tapered 30-inch browned finish rifle barrel containing cleaning rod and having a removeable screw-off walnut cane grip. Pistol of German silver silver construction, the lockplate, breech and counterplate scroll-engraved. Top of breech with ribands inscribed: Bunney & Bloomsbur, London. Blued steel cock with sliding safety. German silver triggerguard engraved with floral motifs. Walnut screw-on buttstock with engraved German silver furniture. Engraved screws. A rare, unique and complete combination rifle, pistol, walking stick curiosa.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal showing age patina with cannon barrels showing spots of minor pitting. Pistol mechanism excellent with light wear overall. Walking stick portion fine with light age wear present.
Estimate: 8500 - 12000

Very Fine and Elaborate French Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistol by Jean-Baptiste Lamotte a' St. Etien

Lot #186 (Sale Order 186 of 710)

12 1/4-inch brightly blued two-stage barrel with molding-like rings on a cannon barrel, reenforcing muzzle, gold foresight, 5 1/4-inch breech section chiselled in high-relief with a drapery and trophies-of-arms supported by two columns. Corinthian capitals (probably representing Masonic pillars) highlighted by a gilt granular ground, the underside of the barrel is signed J. BTE LAMOTTE AINE ST. ETIENNE and also stamped TIVET CADET; ornate lock-plate depicting armors, cannon, helmets, drums and flags chiselled in high-relief and framed by borders of deeply chiselled foliage and embellished with gilt grounds, the cock and frizzen decorated en suite, the interior inscribed J. BTE LAMOTTE AINE ST. ETIENNE; the burl walnut stock profusely decorated with meandering silver-wire inlays, with an urn and floral arrangment with crescent moon motif inlaid at grip. Steel escutcheon plate inlaid in gold J. B. LAMOTTE AINE A' ST. ETIENNE, the stock embellished with relief decorative borders framing the engraved and gilt breech tang, the counter plate of cast-silver depicting arms, and the lockplate; mounted with cast-silver gripcap, triggerguard (struck with three hallmarks), and ramrod pipes each ornately embellished with arms and clothing of a psuedo-Eastern style, all mountings likewise decorated with gilt grounds. Inside of lock mortise stamped A. CHOSSON.
Condition: Very good, retaining much bright blue and gilt finish to barrel, with some developing staining at stock line; fore-end repaired from old break nearest muzzle with subsequent looseness of silver-wire inlays in that area.
Notes: Jean-Baptiste Lamotte, St. Eteinne, 1782 - 1856. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 676.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Exceptional Cased Pair of Multi-Color Gold-Inlaid Percussion Pocket Pistols by Anton Vincent Lebeda

Lot #187 (Sale Order 187 of 710)

3 1/4-inch octagonal etched, twist-steel barrels finished in-the-white and inlaid in two-colors of gold void-shaped panels formed along each of the barrels' eight edges with A.V. LEBEDA IN PRAG (No. 1 pistol) and A. V. LEBEDA A' PRAGUE (No. 2 pistol) and floral scrolls. The panels are highlighted by blackened backgrounds, muzzles and breeches with two-color gold arabesques; barrel tangs and stepped lockplates embellished en suite; hammer adorned with two-color gold scrollwork with perched birds. Finely checkered triggers, varnished walnut half-stocks carved at grips with floral scrollwork surrounding four panel scenes of mythological themes. The stocks are set with gold escutcheon shield-form plates surmounted by crowns and engraved with the intertwined initials W.W.; mounted with scroll-engraved triggerguards each gold-inlaid with a family crest surmounted by a crown, four-sided scalloped gripcaps bearing a checkered pattern and two-color gold scroll inlay. Horn mallet with polished German-silver loading tip, blued ball mold with polished steel sprue-cutter, horn-handled nipple wrench, pressed-horn bag flask (lever broken) with wire stitching, the whole contained within a rosewood veneered case having a waisted-rectangular shape and lined with red velour (now turned to dusty rose) and having a gilt-stamped red silk interior to lid (also fading to a dusty rose).
Condition: Excellent, case lid interior lining with some wear to surface and gilt-stamping and expected fading of silk lining's color, case lacking one compartment lid.
Notes: Anton Vincent Lebeda, Prague 1797-1857. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 690.
Provenance: Warren Anderson Collection
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Exceptional Carved and Silver-Mounted Staghorn Flask

Lot #188 (Sale Order 188 of 710)

The intaglio-carved staghorn flask featuring a stag, pursued by hounds and mounted hunters in a typical hunting scene. Details include a finely carved and forest environment in contrasting brown tones with intricately detailed trees, ferns and other flora. Dramatic images of hounds on the run, with hare and stag in flight. The bottom with silver ring mounts, the centers with carved vignettes of wild boar and dog heads. Top of flask with raised floral scroll border with animal head vignettes. Silver top and charger with cabbage leaf ferrule and spring-loaded valve. Silver collar with ring mounts. Silversmith hallmark FL and other marks. An exceptional example of the carved stag flask.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare and Important Pair of Italian Silver-Mounted Flintlock Traveling Pistols by Guiseppe Agazzi, F

Lot #189 (Sale Order 189 of 710)

6-inch round barrels with silver-inlaid floral designs at either end of engraved silver-inlaid sighting-planes, the breeches inlaid with silver banding, gold-lined touch-holes, breech tangs set with two silver-inlaid panels engraved with floral sprigs; rounded lockplates inscribed GIUSEPPE AGAZZI and mounted with floral engaved cocks and frizzens; the inside struck with an unrecorded mark "Z" under a pellet within an oval; burl-walnut stocks mounted with faceted ramrod pipes, floral engraved triggerguards and stirrup gripcaps, and profusely inlaid with silver scrolls surrounding grotesque faces beneath breech tangs, crowns and ornate vacant escutcheon plates, rounded silver counter plate floral engraving, fore-ends set with horn tips and each side of fore-end adorned with floral scrolls of silver inlay-work, ramrod with horn tip.
Condition: Very good, re-blued barrels, some small losses to silver wire inlays on one pistols to the left of its breech tang, some marks to walnut overall.
Notes: The only documents mentioning the Agazzi family are those published by DeVita [1970, page 33] and those refer only to two swordsmiths working in Rome during the first half of the 17th-century. Nolfo di Carpegna's Brescian Firearms list only one "surviving specimen bearing this signature." That flintlock is in a private collection in Switzerland.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Exceptional Carved Bohemian Staghorn Powder Flask, c. 1837

Lot #190 (Sale Order 190 of 710)

The fine intaglio relief-carved staghorn flask with pictorial scene of two hunters under a tree preparing to dress a deer carcass with dog standing by. The reverse with carved armorial with rampant horses and lion. Top with brass three-position charger marked: Patented. Bottom of flask with thin rectangular ivory escutcheon marked in ink: den 16t Mai 1837. Size: 8 1/2-inches tall.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Pair of Rare Gold-Decorated and Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistols in the Russian Manner

Lot #191 (Sale Order 191 of 710)

.62 caliber, 17-inches long overall; 10 1/4-inch cannon barrels, tang and lock mechanisms with brown finish and profusely decorated with fine gold damascene inlay. Solid silver counterplate, pierced and chiseled with vine and scroll motifs. German silver-bushed touch hole. Silver wrist escutcheons. Fine curly tiger maple stocks with solid silver furniture and silver-plated brass pommels with solid silver grotesque face caps. Ivory fore-end cap and ramrod tips.
Condition: Both are fine with tiny crack present in one triggerguard; minor losses to gold inlay on one muzzle; minor dents to silver mountings; wood with age wear and minor crack repair under lock mechanism of one example; wear to silver finish on pommels; wood with age wear and minor marks overall. Minor cracks to fore-end tips under ramrods. Excellent locks.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Very Fine Pair of Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistols by L. Raymond a Liege, c. 1805

Lot #192 (Sale Order 192 of 710)

7 1/2-inch browned round barrels bearing gilt decorations at muzzles of clouds and sun-burst, and gilt scrolls at breeches, rounded lock-plates inscribed L. RAYMOND LIEGE, the varnished walnut stocks inlaid with silver-wire forming extensive scroll-work, and set with cast silver mounts with mythological faces and themes, the butt caps magnificently cast in an exaggerated relief of a lion's head, its jaws open to reveal fangs and tongue, the stocks' grips extensively set with silver studs (pique) surrounding shield-form plate inscribed PIGNUS, silver-mounted wood ram rods.
Condition: Fine. Barrels posiibly re-broened, the stocks with expected light wear, excellent mounts throughout.
Notes: See Der Neue Stockel, p. 1015.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Fine French Silver-Mounted Tortoise Shell Plunger-Charger Rifle Powder Flask, c.1820

Lot #193 (Sale Order 193 of 710)

8 inches by 3 3/4-inches, the pressed shell body bound by silver moldings incorporating four suspension rings, mounted by an adjustable plunger-charger the base for which is marked with two hallmarks.
Condition: Excellent, with some minor looseness in silver moldings.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine Pair of English Brass Flintlock Boxlock Pistols with Spring-Loaded Bayonets by Drury & Son, Lo

Lot #194 (Sale Order 194 of 710)

.58 caliber, 8-inch brass barrels with cannon muzzles and molded banding. Side-mounted hardwood ramrods with ivory tips. Scroll and floral engraved brass frames with ribands reading: Drury & Sons/London. British proofs. Steel triggerguard engraved floral motif. Engraved sliding safeties. One-piece walnut grips with vacant brass oval wrist escutcheons. Grotesque mask brass pommel caps. Spring-loaded triangular bayonets.
Condition: Very good to fine. Brass polished with light age patina. One example with minor chemical staining on cock and triggerguard. Steel elements with grey patina. Wood grips with light wear and scattered light dents and bruises. Bayonet springs a bit weak.
Notes: Drury & Son, [1790- ?], Liverpool.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Fine and Rare Pair of English German Silver Flintlock Boxlock Double Cannon Barrel Pistols by Grice

Lot #195 (Sale Order 195 of 710)

.52 caliber, 5 3/8-inch turn-off side by side cannon-style barrels of German silver, each barrel numbered 1-4 to corresponding number on breeches. Scroll-engraved German silver frames with ribands marked: Grice/London. Side-mounted sliding safeties. Scroll-engraved tangs and triggerguards. Handsome one-piece walnut grips with silver wire scroll inlays with floral motifs. Relief-engraved silver pommel caps with floral scrolls and lion motifs. English proofs.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina. Mechanically sound.
Notes: Willam Grice, [1740-1780], London. Made brass barrel flintlock pistols.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Fine Pair of Brass Butt All Metal Flintlock Pistols Marked: Fontaine[early 18th-century]

Lot #196 (Sale Order 196 of 710)

.59 caliber, 8 1/2-inch tapered two-stage part round/part octagonal barrels with cannon muzzles and molded bands. Lower facet of rear section of barrels marked: 3 Fontaine. Steel ramrods and thimbles. Scroll-engraved triggerguards. One-piece scroll-engraved brass grips. Engraved topstraps.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with wear and light age patina. One example with fine hairline crack in barrel above front thimble. Grips excellent with light age patina. Actions excellent.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine Pair of English All Metal Flintlock Pocket Pistols

Lot #197 (Sale Order 197 of 710)

11mm, 2 1/2-inch turn-off barrels with cannon muzzles and molded banding. Steel ramrods with coind silver thimbles. Breeches of barrels and triggerguards engraved with floral scrolls. Marked under hammers: London. One-piece coin silver grips engraved with floral scrolls, flag panoplies and vacant monogram panel. Silver hallmarks on grips. Overall, a very attractive pair of pocket pistols.
Condition: Very good to fine. Showing light age wear and patina. One example with one spot of fine pitting on barrel and minor repair to front ramrod mount. A few minor dents to grips.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine Pair of English Flintlock Boxlock Blunderbuss Pistols by W. Bond

Lot #198 (Sale Order 198 of 710)

4 1/8-inch brass with part round, part octagonal blunderbuss barrels with molded muzzle and center band. Left side of barrel marked: W. Bond/59 Lombard. Right side of barrel with two integral brass thimbles and tapered ebony ramrods with ivory tips and brass rammers. Brass frames engraved with dentate borders and floral motifs. Right side of frames marked: London. Bottoms of barrels with spring-loaded triangular bayonets. Left sides of frame with belt hooks. Boxlock flintlock actions with roller spring frizzens. Sliding safeties. Triggerguard engraved with chevron line detail. Finely checkered one-piece walnut grips with vacant rectangular wrist escutcheons. Engraved screws. Finely engraved silver pommel caps.
Condition: Fine. Brass barrel with mellow age patina. Steel elements with grey age patina and light wear. Mechanically excellent. A desirable pair of London flints.
Notes: William Bond, 59 Lombard St. London [1768-1776]. William Bond was the founder of a famous family of gunsmiths in London and was active in gunsmithing until his death in 1776. From 1776 to 1800 his son, Philip Bond had a shop at 45 Cornhill, London. He was known for his brass-barreled flintlock pocket pistols with underspring bayonets, similar to this pair.
Estimate: 6500 - 8500

Exceptional Pair of English Over & Under Flintlock Tap-Action Pistols by John Brown

Lot #199 (Sale Order 199 of 710)

.36 caliber, 1 3/4-inch turn-off barrels in-the-white with gold-inlaid engraved herringbone bands. Breeches with gold-inlaid leafy sprays, the tap action plate with gold-inlaid star. Tap-action locks, the boxlock sides engraved with panoplies and legend: Brown/London. Herringbone border trim. Sliding safeties. Folding trigger. Engraved screws. One-piece walnut slab grip finely inlaid with silver wire scrolls and vita-culture motifs. Back of grip with vacant narrow brass escutcheon surrounded with a delicate floral wreath profusely inlaid with tiny diamonds.
Condition: Excellent with only slight handling wear in evidence. Grips with light wear and patina.
Notes: John Brown, a silversmith and gunsmith worked at Lincolns Inn Fields, 1805-1808, one of his seven-barrelled revolving pistols is in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine Pair of English Brass Flintlock Tap-Action Over and Under Pistols by Hugh Verncomb, Bristol, c.

Lot #200 (Sale Order 200 of 710)

1 1/2-inch cannon-type barrels marked 1 - 4 at breeches, rose and scroll engraved frames set with iron tap-levers, sides engraved VERNCOMB and BRISTOL, varnished walnut grips with ornate scrolling silver-wire inlays with rosebuds, silver grip caps with grotesque faces.
Condition: Very good, some expected patina to iron parts, walnut grips very good.
Notes: Hugh Verncomb, Stephen Street, Bristol. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 1326.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Pair of Silver-Mounted English Flintlock Tap Action 4-Barreled Brass Pistols by T. Daniell

Lot #201 (Sale Order 201 of 710)

.41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch brass turn-off barrels, cut for key and numbered consecutively with breeches. British proofs. Turn off levers. Engraved brass frames marked: T. Daniell/Silver Lion/Foster Lane. Sliding safeties. Steel trigger engraved with florals. One-piece walnut stock profusely inlaid with silver wire inlay scrolls. Vacant silver oval wrist escutcheons with engraved borders. Silver pommel caps with silversmith hallmarks.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Brass polished and showing light age patina. Wood with light wear and patina. Butts with minor wear and fine dents. Actions excellent.
Notes: T. Daniell, London [1730] Maker of fine flintlock brass pistols.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Pair of Fine French Miniature Dog-Lock Flintlock Pocket Pistols Marked: JCP, c. 1740

Lot #202 (Sale Order 202 of 710)

.48 caliber, 2 3/4-inch tapered barrels with gold-inlaid florals and fleur-de-lys. Scroll-engraved dog-locks and furniture. Locks marked: JCP. Engraved screws. Pommel caps with engraved scrolls and panoplies. Blued steel ramrods. Relief-carved walnut stocks.
Condition: Both are fine to excellent with scattered light wear and patina with one or two spots of fine pitting present.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Fine Pair of French Small Flintlock Pistols by Luzier-Givolat, St. Etienne, c. 1785

Lot #203 (Sale Order 203 of 710)

3 1/4-inch blued two-stage barrels with gold-inlaid rose buds and branches wrapping the barrels in a spiral orientation, the octagonal breeches with gold border-works and roses, rounded lockplates inscribed LUZIER-GRIVOLAT and A ST. ETIENNE, walnut half-stocks carved in high relief with foliage and inlaid with silver-wire in the form of simple scrolls, silver triggerguards with trophies-of-arms and silver grip caps with grotesque faces in the forms of a snarling beast.
Condition: Both are excellent with slight wear to relief edges, wood in excellent condition overall.
Notes: See Der Neue Stockel p. 733.
Provenance: Christie's, London, lot no. 237, March 1995.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Pair of French Screw-Barrel Box-Lock Flintlock Pistols by Allevin, Paris, c. 1800

Lot #204 (Sale Order 204 of 710)

1 1/4-inch border engraved barrels inscibed ALLEVIN PARIS, box-lock actions engraved with draperies and floral scrolls, half-cock thumb safeties, walnut stocks with shell-carved panels, checkered grips embellished with rose-carved roundels, the spines of each grip inset with mother-of-pearl escutcheons and twenty-eight silver studs.
Condition: Good, cleaned overall, mechanically fine, wood with wear and some denting; otherwise fine.
Notes: Allevin, Paris working 1796 - 1815. See Der Neue Stockel, p. 15.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine English Over & Under Flintlock Tap Action Pocket Pistol by Salmon, London

Lot #205 (Sale Order 205 of 710)

.41 caliber, 1 1/2-inch turn-off barrels with gold bands at muzzle. Barrels numbered 1 and 1. Breeches numbered 2 and 3. Frame engraved with flag panoplies with oval panels engraved: Salmon/London. Tap action. Sliding safety. British proofs. Triggerguard with engraved floral motif. Checkered one-piece walnut grip with engraved pommel cap and vacant diamond-shaped wrist escutcheon.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with grey age patina and light wear overall. Probably was once one of two as barrels do not number correctly to breech. Grip with light wear and bruising. Mechanically excellent.
Notes: Salmon & Co. [1815-?]
Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Very Fine and Elaborate .54 Caliber French Gold and Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistol by Francois Peni

Lot #206 (Sale Order 206 of 710)

8 1/4-inch, swamped octagonal barrel decorated with a seme of ninety stars framed by gold-inlaid borders, drapery, and an extensive and elaborate gilt panel featuring lightning, gold-inlaid PENIET A PARIS and an arrow motif, gold foresight; lockplate engraved with intricate borders and an eagle, a rooster, and inscribed Peniet a Paris, set-trigger with tension screw; walnut full-stock extensively inlaid with exhuberant embellishments of silver-wire forming meandering floral scrollwork and silver panels, engraved classical faces, rooster heads, and foliage, barrel tang surrounded by foliage and a shield motif executed in two colors of gold, basket-weave checkered grip, faceted silver ramrod pipes, silver pommel cap with a neo-classical head wearing an embellished Renaissance parade helmet decorated with a Wyphern (a motif also seen in Boutet firearms of the period of the First Consul, the head); silver triggerguard with gold-overlaid helmeted-head contained within a circular frame surmounted by a Roman fasces upon which stands a rooster, the triggerguard's bow with high-relief lion face, the guard strap struck three times with Parisian silver maker's marks. Ram rod with ivory tip.
Condition: Barrel has truned to a light grey patina overall, some insignificant wear to original varnish on wood.
Notes: Gusler & Levin Decorated Firearms, p. 49.
Provenance: Alan Kelley Collection.
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Silver-Mounted and Gold-Inlaid English Flintlock Pistol by William Ketland & Co., Birmingham, c. 182

Lot #207 (Sale Order 207 of 710)

The 9-inch blued octagonal barrel inlaid in gold with trophies-of-war; the lockplate engraved with borders and trophies-of-arms, inscribed W. KETLAND & CO. fitted with push-on safety and rainproof pan, and framed within an engraved gold-inlaid border, the cock similarly embellished; the walnut stock profusely inlaid with meandering floral scrolls executed in silver-wire and engraved silver-panels depicting grape bunches and flowers; spur triggerguard.
Condition: Very good, minor wear to finish and some denting to stock and likewise silver pieces.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Ornate 17th-Century Relief-Carved Ivory Priming Powder Flask

Lot #208 (Sale Order 208 of 710)

Of circular form, both sides relief-carved with floral lace and cornucopia, the center panel on obverse with figural study of a bearded man; the reverse with a rampant lion. Baluster-shaped spout with cabbage leaf decoration. Four brass ring mounts. No stopper. Size: 4-inches wide.
Condition: Excellent as configured with light age wear and mellow patina. Ring mounts a later addition.
Notes: For discussion of carved ivory powder flasks see Peter Finer, 1995, lot 68.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Exceptionally Carved Ivory Boar Tusk Powder Flask [probably French Dieppe, 19th-century]

Lot #209 (Sale Order 209 of 710)

Rich and ornately intaglio-carved hippo ivory wild boar tusk, each side with highly detailed and intricately rendered hunting scenes depicting hounds in pursuit of wild boar with mounted hunters firing and spearing at boar and bear in flight. Edges of tusk with carved scales. The tip with highly accurately carved image of a boar's head. Cap with carved rope edging and leafy motifs. No stopper. Size: 10 1/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent. Showing rich and mellow age patina. Mounting rings missing but holes remaining.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare and Ornately Carved Ivory Tusk Priming Powder Horn[French, probably Dieppe]

Lot #210 (Sale Order 210 of 710)

The carved ivory tusk, each side with intricately carved hunting scenes featuring mounted hunters in the act of spearing a stag with another hunter holds the animal by the antlers. Reverse carved with coat-of-arms and floral scrolls. Carved scale top and bottom edges. Carved dog head tip. End plug with carved rope border edging an leafy motifs. Two ivory ring mounts. Length: 6 3/8-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina. No stopper.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Pair of Silver-Mounted French Flintlock Holster Pistols by Bizouard a Marseilles, c. 1820. Prob

Lot #211 (Sale Order 211 of 710)

13-inch two-stage barrels decorated in gilt with motifs of crescent moons, turbans, stars (seme), an urn issuing forth flame and smoke, and of clouds and sunbursts (at foresights), rounded lockplates inscribed Bizouard a' Marseille decorated with engravings of birds, walnut stocks extensively silver-wire inlaid with meandering foliage, silver mounts: escutcheon plates, counterplates, triggerguards (struck three times with hallmarks) and buttcaps all cast in high relief featuring extensive collections of trophies of war.
Condition: Excellent, the gilt on the barrels has faded, the barrels are varnished, excellent stocks and mountings, which exhibit very minor denting.
Notes: Hallmarks for: ML for Marseilles c. 1820. According to Der Neue Stockel, there are two Bizouards in Marseilles; one c. 1790, the other, Claude Bizouard working 1830-1866.
Provenance: Warren Anderson Collection
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Fine and Unique French Relief-Carved Mother-of-Pearl Powder Flask Attributed to Boutet, c. 1790

Lot #212 (Sale Order 212 of 710)

The finely sculpted mother-of-pearl powder flask made from two shells engraved and relief-carved with cross-hatched top panel, flutes and roped border detail. Gilt-finished side panels engraved with arms panoplies and floral motifs. Four brass ring mounts with lionhead bolsters. Swivel baluster-shaped charger with spring release. Size: 4 1/4-inches x 5-inches.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-95% finish with scattered light wear and age patina.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine German Mother-of-Pearl Pistol Priming Flask, c. 1680

Lot #213 (Sale Order 213 of 710)

The unique and ornate priming flask, the body formed of two shells of pearl, mounted in a gilt brass filigree frame with floral-engraved gilt collar and surmounted by a stopper, the finial in the form of the Hapsburg double-headed eagle with fine chain lanyard. Size: 4-inches wide.
Condition: Fine. Minor wear and losses to outer frame with light age patina overall. Pearl excellent with light age wear.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Pair of Fine Silver and Gold-Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistols Marked Le Cat, A Paris, c. 1744

Lot #214 (Sale Order 214 of 710)

.60 caliber, 10 3/4-inch tapered round barrels with top flat. Barrels with intricate damascened gold and silver scrolls complimented with gold stars and fleur-de-lys. German silver front sights. Two silver bands at breeches. Cocks and locks engraved with floral scrolls and flag panoplies. Flat locks engraved with trohies and rocailles framing signature: Le Cat/A/Paris. Locks with chamfered edges. Frizzens chiseled with grotesque masks. Engraved and gold-inlaid screws. Scroll engraved tangs. Exceptional cast silver furniture including pierced scroll counterplates, scroll-engraved thimbles; triggerguards with engraved florals and panoplies. The spurred buttcaps engraved with rocailles framing armored classical figures, one of Minerva and the other of Mars; oval escutcheon with script monogram J.E.G.; polished walnut fullstock carved with foliage, outlining the barrel and rear ramrod pipe; original steel-tipped ramrods. Buttcaps with Paris marks of between October, 1744 and November, 1745. Overall, a fine and very attractive pair of French flintlock pistols.
Condition: Fine as configured. Showing scattered light wear and patina. Actions tight and crisp. Wood with minor wear and bruises.
Notes: Sotheby's, London, November 1983, Lot 33.
Provenance: John F. Hayward Collection
Addendum: One example has several fine hairline cracks adjacent locks
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Very Fine Pair of Silver-Stocked Scottish Flintlock Belt Pistols by Hamburger & Co., c. 1830

Lot #215 (Sale Order 215 of 710)

6 1/8-inch blued three-stage barrels formed with twelve-sides at muzzle, and seven-sides at breech and round between, ornately engraved overall with scrolls and border engraving, semi-rainproof pans, roller frizzen springs and scroll-engraved case-hardened locks inscribed HAMBURGER & CO., solid silver stocks marked with four hallmarks on the undersides and embellished with extensive scroll and border engravings, ornately chiselled triggerguards, the ram's-head butts embellished with meandering rose and thistle engraving, the butts incorporate screw-in picks, stocks mounted with steel belt-hooks.
Condition: Excellent, retaining virtually all the original bright blue finish to barrels, and showing only some wear to the finish on the belt hooks.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine Pair of Scottish Gilt Brass-Stocked Flintlock Belt Pistols by Playfair, c. 1845

Lot #216 (Sale Order 216 of 710)

7 3/4 inch barrels with spiral and straight fluting decoration, engraved with thistle motifs and decorative engravings on octagonal muzzles, scroll engraved lockplates inscribed PLAYFAIR, and mounted with cocks reinforced by star-pierced roundels behind jaw screws, extensively engraved gilt-brass stocks with ram's-head butts and screw-in picks, stocks mounted with engraved and pierced belt hooks.
Condition: Very good, some wear to gilt finish on stocks, barrels retain traces of original blue finish.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Rare and Exotic Indo-Persian 4-Barrel Percussion Shield Gun, c. 1850

Lot #217 (Sale Order 217 of 710)

The thick, finished leather shield, 23-inches wide with gilt-floral borders and embossed sun image in center. Four pierced steel bosses with hinged caps. The back side of shield with complex system of two double-mounted percussion locks designed to fire four individual rounds, the barrel openings disguised under the relief bosses on the exterior of shield. Chambers are fired by articulation of levers on the back side. Red velvet arm straps and pad. A very rare and interesting curiosa item of Indo-persian origins, based on the European model of the 16th-century.
Condition: Good. Metal showing age wear and patina with scattered light rust present. One lock mechanism needs minor repair. Exterior of shield with minor wear and chips to finish.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Superb Silver-Mounted Exhibition or Presentation Quality Blunderbuss by Thomas Dobson, London, c. 18

Lot #218 (Sale Order 218 of 710)

16 1/2-inch flared two-stage barrel inlaid in gold with two bands at breech and maker's name in scrolls, gold-lined touch-hole; breech tang inlaid with gold panoply-of-arms, lockplate decorated with gold scrollwork bearing maker's name, rainproof pan, roller frizzen spring, push-on half-cock safety, walnut full-stock profusely inlaid with silver wire forming floral scrolls, with engraved silver panels of horns and bouquets, the silver triggerguard struck three times with hallmarks for John Freeth of 1817 and engraved with floral arrangements, silver buttplate, likewise struck three times with hallmarks with deeply cast with panoplies-of-arms, counter-plate cast en suite and ornate silver escutcheon plate.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 18000 - 35000

Rare and Unique German Ivory and Pearl-Inlaid Combination Flintlock/Dagger/Gun /Axe, c. 1750

Lot #219 (Sale Order 219 of 710)

.36 caliber, 15 3/4-inch blued barrel engraved with floral scrolls. Engraved flintlock mechanism with swan-neck cock. Small finial trigger. Engraved upper tang, flanked by ivory inlaid borders. Profusely inlaid fruitwood stock, having scrimshawed ivory animals, dyed ivory and pearl spots and ivory scrolls. Muzzle mounted with scroll-type ax head engraved with scrolls, bird and seated hare. Opposite side with 4-pronged hammer. Ebony cleaning rod with spool finial. Butt of gun with concealed 18-1/2-inch spike dagger of diamond section. Steel oval pommel with ball finial. Overall length: 24 3/4-inches.
Condition: Fine for this type item. Barrel retaining approximately 80-85% reblued finish with scattered light wear and patina. Stock with light wear and minor crack repairs. Some portions of inlay are replacements. Steel mounts with wear and pitting.
Notes: Pictured in Barrels & Blades, pages 189-190.
Provenance: Funderberg Collection
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Japanese Snap-Matchlock Pistol, c. 18th/19th century

Lot #220 (Sale Order 220 of 710)

Having a robust, tapering octagonal bronze barrel with strongly moulded muzzle damacened in silver, standing sights damascened in gold and silver, decorated with a damascened dragon in clouds over its full length; with Tokugawa mon and three brief inscriptions, including the date of manufacture 1732, all damascened in gold, fitted with bronze pan, fence and pan cover, each parcel damacened. Plain bronze lock with figured wooden fullstock decorated with five gilt-lacquered Tokugawa mon; small plain bronze mounts and trigger and original wooden ramrod. Size: 13 5/8-inches long.
Condition: Fine. Fore-end cracked along the top edge on one side. Barrel retaining pin missing.
Addendum: This item has had a fine crack in the stock repaired on the right side near muzzle.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Extremely Rare Silver-Mounted Japanese Snaphaunce Pistol, c. 1650

Lot #221 (Sale Order 221 of 710)

.54 caliber, 5 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with flared and molded muzzle set with foresight, The barrel was probably forged in the same technique as swords of the region by using successive thin layers of steel laminated to produce a stronger material. The breech fitted with gilt-brass straps (for securing barrel to stock) and gilt-brass triggerguard. The lock is modeled on the European snaphaunce lock circa 1620-30. An ornately chiseled mechanism, depicting a three-clawed Dragon, symbol of hidden knowledge and supernatural power, and incorporating a Buddhist ceremonial sword encrusted in silver on the battery bridle. The fine relief work is related to that of a much-prized school of Tsuba design common during the 17th-century which suggests it may have been created by an accomplished artist of that discipline. The brass-covered pan is similar in design to many Japanese matchlocks of the period. The finely carved hardwood stock is superior in design and execution, reflecting the height of the gun-making art in 17th-century Japan.
Condition: Excellent, repaired fine crack at fore-end along right-side.
Notes: The first Portuguese traders arriving in Japan in 1543 brought with them matchlock firearms which greatly impressed the Japanese shoguns and officials. An account of the early expeditions records that six and a half months after the presentation of a single musket to the ruler of Nagasaki, local craftsmen had produced six hundred representative copies and that by the mid 1550s there were over three hundred thousand examples throughout the Japanese empire. The ease with which the matchlock mechanism could be reproduced and the fact that Japan remained a closed society for centuries made advancements in firearms near non-existent, despite the fact that the flintlock system had been in use by the Portuguese until their expulsion from Japan in 1639. The lack of any mention of flintlocks in
Estimate: 20000 - 30000

Unique Antique Single-Shot Peg-Leg Gun

Lot #222 (Sale Order 222 of 710)

.58 caliber, 9-inch barrel installed within a prosthetic pegleg. Access to breech obtained by turning lower portion of leg 1/4-turn counterclockwise. Spring-loaded percussion action, fired by attaching a cord to the top lever which when pulled, fires the breech-loaded mechanism. A unique, one-of-a-kind curiosa percussion firearm.
Condition: Very good. Showing age wear and patina overall.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Exceedingly Rare Spanish or Neapolitan Four-Barreled Flintlock Combination Pistol and Pole-Arm [earl

Lot #223 (Sale Order 223 of 710)

Serial no. 335, leaf-shaped hinged blade with spring catch, retained in the folded position by a brass catch and released by a thumb-trigger. The molded socket with spring and roller, the head of the turned haft fitted with a group of four 11mm cal barrels each with its own miguelet lock, fired by brass thumb-triggers in the lock casing or by corresponding triggers in the lower haft. The haft with threaded socket for the dismounting butt of ?handrail? form, and with butt trap with self-opening spring. The stock stamped with old inventory or collection number 335, the sling loop with attached brass tag numbered 282 (Frank Bivins collection number) Length: 46 inches.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey age wear and patina with scattered light pitting. Mechanically sound. Stock with light wear and handling marks.
Provenance: The William Goodwin Renswick Collection. Hank Visser Collection. Published: American Society of Arms Collectors. Bulletin No. 31, Spring 1975, page 138.
Estimate: 40000 - 60000

Very Rare and Important Pair of Presentation Gold-Inlaid Forsyth First Model Self-Priming Patent Pis

Lot #224 (Sale Order 224 of 710)

.69 caliber, 10 1/4-inch two-stage barrels engraved with floral scrolls and at breech section with gold-inlaid scrolls and stars; gold-mounted lock-plates set with FORSYTH & CO. PATENT marked self-priming mechanisms; walnut stocks profusely inlaid in silver depicting scolling floral vines, gilt-brass mounts deeply chased with representations of trophies-of-arms, mahogany ram rods with ivory tips. Primers numbered inside 1094. W.A. Overall length 16 1/2-inches. W.A. Beckwith produced his own version of the sliding magazine primer lock which was considered to infringe on the Forsyth Patent, and which he was prohibited from making or selling in 1811.
Condition: Very good, barrels with light gray patina overall, the self-priming mechanisms retaining traces of the original bright blue, stocks with some light handling.
Notes: These pistols were presented to Lt.-General Sir George Bullock, Governor of Bermuda in about 1913. An almost identical pair of pistols are illustrated in One Hundred Great Guns by Merrill Lindsay, pp. 100-1, as noted in the Russell Aitken Collection.
Provenance: Commander J. Goldsmith, LondonHolland & Holland, London, 1973
Estimate: 50000 - 90000

Very Fine Pair of Gold Inlaid Percussion Target Pistols by M. A. Gmeiner und Sohn in Altenburg, Saxe

Lot #225 (Sale Order 225 of 710)

9 1/2-inch octagonal etched twist-steel barrels with gold-inlaid maker's name framed between two gold-inlaid snake heads, gold-inlaid barrel bands at breech and gold-inlaid crest (unidentified) placed at breech between nipple stands (left side, a false nipple), bold scroll-engraved barrel tangs features stylized monkey faces and rear sight adjusting screws, lockplate with bold scroll engraving set with safety, hammers chiseled in the form of a serpent with gold-highlighted eyes and plumes, the hammers with helmeted faces, counterplates embellished en suite to lockplates conceal within the bold scroll engraving mythological face and winged serpents; richly carved walnut half-stocks featuring grotesque faces at fore-ends, fluted grips with carved foliate scrolls inhabited by four mythological creatures and a satyr; the stocks mounted with robust spur triggerguards deeply engraved with scroll work, one panel depicts a man wrestling a serpent, engraved pommel caps with pierced ball finials, gold escutcheon plate deeply-engraved with family coat-of-arms (unidentified); second set of .54 caliber barrels embellished en suite; polished-steel mold for two-groove rather pointed bullet, and set with scrolling sprue-cutter, octagonally faceted patch-cutter, polished-pewter oil vessel, german-silver mounted loading-rod with turned horn handle (German silver tip-shaped for the pointed .40 caliber bullet), oak-handled pick (later replacement), James Dixon & Sons three-compartment powder flask (Riling no. 148), polished-steel sight-adjusting key with pierced heart form finial, German silver cap box and key; the whole contained within a deluxe German silver-bound rosewood veneer casing with book-matched lid and carrying handle.
Condition: Excellent, both stocks with small cracks at lockplates near safeties, case lacking two accessories, some german silver pieces on lid exterior are likely replacements, some light delamin
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Fine Pair of Unmarked Snaphaunce Pistols with Ornate Faceted Steel Mountings and Carved Ebony Stocks

Lot #226 (Sale Order 226 of 710)

.54 caliber, 11 3/4-inch unmarked tapered two-stage part round, part octagonal barrels with molded girdles. Plain, unadorned snaphaunce locks of polished steel signed on the inside C.O. Rosewood. Black ebony relief-carved stocks with finely rendered mythical beast at base of ramrod channel. Ornate floral leaf motif polished steel mountings and pommel caps. A handsome and unusual pair of snaphaunce pistols.
Condition: Both are fine to excellent, showing light age wear and patina. Steel elements polished bright. Stocks with light wear and minor bruises. One fine hairline crack present in buttstock of one example. Barrels shortened during time of use. Mechanically sound.
Provenance: W.G. Renwick Collection, Sotheby's London, 1973 Lot 23. These piatols are listed in the 1971 inventory of Renwick's collection as "Swiss" and numbered as 917.
Estimate: 6000 - 10000

Rare 17th-Century Wheel Lock Mechanism for a Musket

Lot #227 (Sale Order 227 of 710)

The lockplate deeply etched and engraved with a wooded landscape with a castle in the background and featuring a mounted hunter drawing his sword as his hounds bring down a stag. Pan cover with engraved and gilt lion mask. Internal wheel. Dog engraved and pierced in the form of a sea monster. Size: 8 3/8-inches long.
Condition: Very good to fine. Showing scattered age patina and pitting with strong traces of gold-finish remaining, mainly around spindle, on pan cover and on dog. Lock appears to function well.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare German 17th-Century Wheel Lock Mechanism

Lot #228 (Sale Order 228 of 710)

With internal wheel. The lockplate and wheel cover with floral arabesques and a seated male nude. The tail with finial in the form of a flower bud. Pierced and engraved dog, the neck with a hound encircled by a serpent, the upper jaw with a lively ape. Length overall: 9 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey age patina and minor pitting. Mechanism works well.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare 17th-Century Italian Silver-Inlaid Wheel Lock Key

Lot #229 (Sale Order 229 of 710)

The "T"-shaped wheel lock key, deep-chisel engraved and silver inlaid with floral wreath, cornucopia and mythic figurals. One end with square key wrenches and the other with screwdriver. Center with rotating sling ring. Size: 7 3/8-inches long.
Condition: Very good with age patina and minor losses to silver inlay.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare 17th-Century Steel Wheellock Spanner Wrench and Primer Powder Flask

Lot #230 (Sale Order 230 of 710)

The small, baluster-shaped ornate steel spanner and primer flask with embossed florals and mythical winged beast. Rotating ring mount. No stopper. Size: 3 1/4-inches long.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and grey age patina.
Estimate: 2000 - 4000

Rare German Gilt Copper Circular Pocket Powder Flask, Augsburg, c. 1600

Lot #231 (Sale Order 231 of 710)

The gilt copper pistol powder flask of circular form, the front with finely engraved scene of wild horses engaged in combat, the circular vignette surrounded with fine laurel leaf borders. The reverse with dramatic scene of Zeus, Hermes and Hera amidst the clouds of Mount Olympus, Sides of flask with diamond pattern decoration. Spring-loaded spout. Two ring mounts. Size: 2 5/8-inches diameter.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina. Minor edge knock on bottom.
Provenance: A virtually identical flask is part of the Odescalchi Collection.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Engraved Silver Pistol Priming Flask [dated 1574, perhaps 16th-century]

Lot #232 (Sale Order 232 of 710)

The triangular form silver flask with engraved pictorial panels, The scenes on both sides are from plaquettes by the well-known artist-goldsmith of Nuremberg, Peter Flotner from his series representing the first twelve German kings. The obverse of flask with figure of Ariovistus who was defeated by Caesar in 58 B.C. The reverse with scene of Arminius holding the severed head of Quintilius Varus, a reference to the German defeat of two Roman Legions in 9 A.D. in the Teutoberg Forest of Germany.The shield with the arms of Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn, Prince Bishop of Wurzburg. Coat-of-arms: The shield bears three crowns, the arms of Sweden. The shield on the left side of the knight's head bears the arms of the Bishopric of Wurzburg quartering those of Echter von Mespelbrunn. The side panels with richly engraved laced strapwork. Four ring mounts. Spout with spring-loaded cap. Size: 2 1/2-inches X 4-inches.
Condition: Excellent with light age wear and patina.
Notes: Other similar flasks:Museo Lazaro Galdeano, MadridJames D. Rothschild Collection #145Victoria & Albert Museum No. M.1630-1944Museo MarzoliM.R. Malengret-Lebrun, BrusselsMainfrankisches Museum, WurzburgBayerisches National Museum, Munich No. 640
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Italian Gilt Copper Tri-Angular Form Pocket Powder Flask, c. 1600

Lot #233 (Sale Order 233 of 710)

The small gilt copper powder flask of tri-angular form, the obverse with highly detailed chisel-engraved vignette of horses engaged in combat; the reverse with relief vignette of Zeus, Hermes and Hera surrounded by the clouds of mount Olympus. The sides with pierced strapwork and scallop relief decoration. Small hinged spout cover. Spout engraved with spiral line work. Size: 2 5/8-inches X 2 3/8-inches.
Condition: Fine, with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare and Extraordinary Highly Ornate Royal Red Velvet and Silver Bullion Brocaded Pistol Bags and E

Lot #234 (Sale Order 234 of 710)

The three-piece ensemble comprising of a pair of matching brown leather pommel holsters with ornate red silk velvet brocade covers profusely embroidered in silver and multi-colored thread with floral scrolls, pillow embroidered cornucopia and figural motifs. Borders fringed, with silver bullion tassels. The matching shabraque or saddle skirt decorated en suite with similar motifs. This ornate ensemble was undoubtedly the property of royalty, judging by the quality of workmanship and attention to detail. A museum quality item seldom seen on the market.
Condition: Very good for this type of item. Showing scattered wear and age patina with minor snags present. Velvet with wear to relief contact areas and minor fading. Holsters sound and pliable.
Notes: Similar embroidered work found in lot 35 of Peter Finer, 1997.
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

German Powder Flask in the Style of Hans Schmidt of Ferlach, c. 1680-90

Lot #235 (Sale Order 235 of 710)

The 5 3/8 x 1 3/4-inch round body of burlwood extensively inlaid on obverse-side with an engraved silver panel of family crest, itself surrounded by silver-wire inlays forming a double-headed eagle motif, which is in turn framed by a hunting scene (in silver); the reverse-side features a silver inlaid bird, itself set on a roundel of ebonized-wood, and enclosed within dense, bramble-like foliage formed of silver-wire inlays; three gilt suspension rings, and gilt lever and spout.
Condition: Very good, with some cracking and very early repairs to wood body, the silver inlays at face of flask depicting the hunting scene are recent restorations - the bird on the reverse-side likewise restored.
Provenance: Christie's, The Armoury of Thier Serene Highnesses the Princes zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (Part II), lot no. 495, September 1992.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare and Ornate German Tri-Angular Form Gilt Copper Priming Flask, Augsburg, c.1600

Lot #236 (Sale Order 236 of 710)

The gilt copper flask, having pierced gilt metal front panel over original fabric covering with images of mounted warriors in combat; fallen warrior; armor panoply and grotesque mask. Gilt roped borders. Side ring mounts and base with decorative pierced floral escutcheons. Curved belt hook. Engraved gilt copper spout with faceted square base engraved with scrolls. No stopper present. Size: 10 1/2-inch high X 8-iinches wide X 2 1/2-inches deep. An early and desirable shooting accessory.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 85-90% original gilt finish with scattered wear and patina. Underlying base fabric heavily darkened with age but fairly intact. Wear to belt hook. No stopper.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Fine pair of unusually long Saxon Military Wheellock Holster Pistols by Zacharias Herold, c. 1600

Lot #237 (Sale Order 237 of 710)

Each with slender 24-inch octagonal barrel in .43 caliber. Breeches with latitudinal flutes above tang and struck three times with the poincon of Zacharias Herold (Herr, Der Neue Stockel no. 516). Bright steel locks. Full walnut stocks, the fore-ends with bone tips and ramrod housing, all incised with foliage: and, on either side, with three groups of incised roundels, two for retaining the barrel pins. Lock screws retained by incised bone panels: one in the form of an elephant-like sea monster, the other a snail. Barrel tangs framed by bone plaques; at either side incised with cornucopia, the rearmost bearing the monogram GZ. The pear-shaped pommels inlaid with horn roundels and terminating in a horn button. Retaining the original ramrods with incised bone tips. Length of each 35-inches.
Condition: Excellent. Bright steel showing only very minor pitting. Stocks showing light wear and scattered minor handling.
Provenance: Zacharis Herold, Dresden, 1586-1618. Provenance: The Saxon Electoral Armories, Dresden W. Keith Neal Collection
Estimate: 45000 - 65000

Rare Saxon Powder Flask and Cartridge Pouch Ensemble, Late 16th/early 17th-Century

Lot #238 (Sale Order 238 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Horn flask of flattened form with incised decoration; the front with bunches of fruit around an escutcheon bearing the arms of the Elector of Saxony the sides with interwoven banding; the back with bunches of fruit and C scrolls. Simple blued steel mounts including spring-mounted top with measure spout. Back with belt hook. Retaining period gilt thread and purple silk cord with one large tassel remaining. 2) Black leather cartridge pouch, the banded body containing a leather-bound wooden form with compartments for five cartridges. Flap fastening with a steel button. Lower edge with applied panel equipped with iron fitting for flask hook. Length overall 18 inches.
Condition: Flask excellent and showing one area of worming. Mounts retain most blue finish with light spotting. Pouch with scuffs and minor tears.
Addendum: The back of the pouch has been re-enforced with added leather and tassel has frayed cordage.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Rare and Fine German Patron, Saxon, c. 1587

Lot #239 (Sale Order 239 of 710)

The rounded rectangular fabric-covered, etched steel and ebonized wood Saxon patron. The bottom with ball trigger that opens the spring-loaded, scroll-etched top lid. Back of box with crudely carved initials CVR. Interior wood block with four cylindrical chambers. Three rectangular sling eyes. Size: 4 1/2-inches high X 2 5/8-inches wide.
Condition: Good. Showing age wear and light grey patina.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Ornate 17th-Century German Circular Powder Flask

Lot #240 (Sale Order 240 of 710)

The ornate powder flask of wood, profusely inlaid with ivory spots, brass nails and brass wire circles. Threaded center plugs. Carved ivory spout of baluster form with spring-loaded brass charger. Two ring mounts. Size: 3 7/8-inches wide.
Condition: Very good to fine with light wear, snags and minor losses to wire inlay. Spout chipped.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Rare and Important Saxon Double Barrel Wheellock Pistol, c. 1610

Lot #241 (Sale Order 241 of 710)

The side-by-side 21 1/8-inch tapering, octagonal barrels in .30 caliber, and with molded muzzles and breeches. Breech section with unidentified heart-shaped maker?s poincons bearing the initials DH within a heart. The flat locks equipped with safety latches, heart-shaped pancover release button, grotesque bird-form wheel cages and dogs engraved as scowling monsters. Full fruitwood stocks boldly decorated with an urn of flowers and various foliate motifs in engraved horn, within broad borders. The faceted pommel banded in bone and inlaid with plaques of engraved horn fruits and foliage. Bone-tipped ramrod. Length overall: 31 3/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent. Smooth gray metal with some minor pitting and light scratches. Stock with scattered small blemishes, minor slivered loss to ramrod channel and with small hairline crack at right lock.
Provenance: Formerly in the Johanneum, Dresden. Dr. Dagobert Runes, Sold Sotheby?s 1965 for a world record price for a single firearm of five thousand pounds. Frank Bivins Collection
Estimate: 40000 - 60000

Fine Pair of Silesian (Teschen) Wheellock Pistols, c. 1660

Lot #242 (Sale Order 242 of 710)

The .50 cal. barrels octagonal at the breech turning to round and struck with the unidentified maker?s mark PK. Traces of original gilding at the breeches. The locks with flush wheels retained with narrow iron ring. Simple dogs with internal springs. Iron triggerguards, one with traces of original gilding. The pommels with engraved staghorn plaque encircled by gilded and engraved bands. Length: 27 1/4-inches .
Condition: Very fine, with minor restoration to wood. One triggerguard and both ramrods replaced. One dog with expert repair.
Provenance: Clay P. Bedford Collection.Holland & Holland, London 1970 Illustrated: Decorated Firearms 1540-1870 Gusler & Lavin 1977, pp. 216, 217 Exhibited: Metropolitan Museum or Art, New York organized by the Colonial Wiliamsburg Foundation
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Superb Pair of .56 caliber South German Wheellock Holster Pistols, Late 16th-century

Lot #243 (Sale Order 243 of 710)

Each with blued, slightly swamped two-stage barrel struck on the top of the breech with an Augsburg mark and a maker?s mark of a bird within a shield (Stockel a 4959). Blued, flat locks struck with Augsburg mark, and with domed wheel covers, the sliding pan covers engraved with a spray of grass, slotted release buttons. Plain dogs. Iron tipped ramrods and iron triggerguards. The fruitwood full stocks inlaid in bone with scrolling foliage and sea creatures. The squashed ball butts decorated en suite and terminating in a plain roundel. Length: 22-inches.
Condition: Excellent, retaining much of the original bluing. Minor restoration to inlay.
Estimate: 50000 - 75000

Superb Early 17th-Century German Wheellock Holster Pistol Masterfully Decorated in the Third Quarter

Lot #244 (Sale Order 244 of 710)

The walnut stock profusely and exquisitely inlaid in staghorn with scrolling foliage, pellets, tendrils and strapwork, inhabited with human figures, animals, mythical sea creatures and beasts, birds, caryatid, fruit, flowers, and vignettes of courting scenes, gambling, a castle, warriors, a jester with hounds, a mounted naked warrior fighting a dragon, musicians, portrait busts, and huntsmen, the slightly swelling hexagonal pommel finely decorated en suite, the butt with female angel blowing a horn. The designs, perhaps, taken from Etienne Delaune (1519-1583). The barrel deeply chiseled at the breech and muzzle with scrolling strapwork, the central panel with Eve holding the apple, satyrs above and below, and a putto at the muzzle. The lock bordered with bold roping and deeply chiseled with mythical creatures and scrolling foliage, the half wheel-cage with Samson holding his club and the head of a lion, forward of the wheel a Chimera, the whole with very faint traces of original gilding. The triggerguard masterfully chiseled with monster head finial at the wrist and a sea creature finial at the lock point, trigger in the form of a frond. The dog (replacement) in the form of a monster with scales extending from a caryatid. The dog pivot/spring retainer a grimacing mask. The extraordinary quality of the decoration suggests it is almost certainly from the workshop of Baron Frederic Spitzer*. Length: 23.85 inches.
Condition: Excellent, some very minor shrinkage to wood, minor inlay restored, front ramrod pipe replaced, dog an expert replacement.
Notes: Cf: Wallace Collection A1159 & 1160 for a pair of pistols with similar, but lesser quality, stocks. It is interesting to note that Sir Richard Wallace purchased A1159 & 1160 from Frederic Spitzer in 1865. Though originally catalogued as genuine, John Hayward examined these pistols in 1965 and determined that the stocks were perhaps of a later dat
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Fine and Very Rare .36 caliber Saxon Wheellock Pistol (?Puffer?) Made For A Boy, dated 1586

Lot #245 (Sale Order 245 of 710)

The slightly swamped three-stage barrel beveled at the muzzle, the median chiseled with diverging flutes and retaining traces of original bluing, the breech struck with the makers mark IN and dated 1586 across the top flat. The blued flat lock with incised border, the domed gilt-bronze wheel cover engraved with fruit and foliage, and with a scalloped edge, the gilt and fluted safety-catch with shaped knob. The sliding pan-cover release in the form of a gilded shell. Dog finely engraved as a monster head and with human head finial. Fruitwood full stock profusely inlaid with stag-horn plaques and close set patterns of ball-flower scrollwork, the latter inhabited by a squirrel, an owl, demon masks and hounds in pursuit of a hare. The compressed pommel inlaid with a roundel (later) bearing the arms of Saxony, and with mirror design of flowers segmented by horn lines. The underside of the fore-end engraved with a minute letter ?A?, perhaps the stockmaker?s mark. Original horn tipped ramrod. Length: 12 inches.
Condition: Very fine with only minor pitting on the barrel, triggerguard and trigger, the horn (upper) lock retaining plaque, and the ball butt roundel replaced.
Notes: The pair to this pistol, by the same maker and also dated 1586, was sold by Christie?s London December 16, 1999, lot 344 cf: Sotheby?s London October 1970 lot 77 (Cummer Collection) for a third example, the stock probably by the same maker.
Provenance: The Cummer Collection, Part IV, October 12, 1970, Lot 77.
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Fine and Exceptional Brunswick Wheellock Ball Butt Pistol (?Puffer?), Late 16th-century

Lot #246 (Sale Order 246 of 710)

The swamped 12 1/2-inch .60 caliber two-stage barrel, decorated over its entire length with damascened strapwork in the oriental taste, enclosing a stork displayed, a caryatid within a pagoda, a huntsman blowing a horn, sea creatures, and a satyr mask against a blue (now russet) ground, struck on the underside with an orb and cross mark. The flat lock decorated en suite, with strapwork enclosing birds and a lion sejant. Embossed brass wheel cover with woman?s face. The knobbed sliding pan cover with button release, dog with fixed upper jaw and engraved with strapwork, internal spring. The stock profusely inlaid with natural and green dyed horn pellets in foliage and spiraling , geometric design, incorporating a lion reguardant, birds, classical masks, helmeted warriors and monsters. The ball butt with a band of classical bust and faces, and, at the base, a roundel with plumed and barred helmet and the initials H.R. surrounded by satyrs. Length: 22-inches.
Condition: Excellent with very minor restoration to inlay, replaced ramrod, old crack from lock-point to triggerguard screw.
Notes: Cf. Glage, Das Kunsthandwerk der Buchsenmacher im Land Braunschweig, Brunswick 1983, pp 5-60.
Estimate: 40000 - 60000

Important South German Wheellock Pistol, dated 1594

Lot #247 (Sale Order 247 of 710)

The stock and ball butt with unusually fine inlaid decoration, incorporating a classical battle scene, the nude warriors shown surrounded by ropework and overlapping coin borders. The underneath with extravagant trophies of classical arms, incorporating helmets, shields, cuirasses, staff weapons, swords, mace, cudgels and banners, within roped borders. The upper wrist decorated with caryatids, a satyr, and trophies of musical instruments, the ball butt with six banded panels decorated en suite. Plain lock with chiseled and engraved spring terminals, pierced pan-cover release, and domed wheel cover The dog with traces of engraving. The ball but with horn roundel engraved with a face and dated 1594. The .60 cal. part octagonal/ part round barrel chiseled at the muzzle and breech with acanthus leaves, and struck with the makers mark FP, and the Augsburg control mark (Stoeckel 1285). Length: 19 1/4-inches
Condition: Excellent. Metal polished bright, minor inlay replaced. The roundel perhaps later.
Provenance: Dr. Dagobert D. Runes Dr. Jacob von Hefner-Alteneck, Munich 1904 Lot 124 Footnote in catalogue states purchased in Wurzburg 1838.
Estimate: 35000 - 50000

Important and Rare Historic Presentation Gold-Mounted French Flintlock Box-lock Carbine by Nicolas-N

Lot #248 (Sale Order 248 of 710)

17-inch round rifled turn-off barrel with a swivel-ring, decorated with an intermingled array of stars (seme) and quatro-foils between two large panels of gilt drapery, stars and floral motifs - the uppermost with the addition of a goose, octagonal breech engraved with Sphinx, classical faces and intertwined sea-serpents and struck three times BOUTET and additionally struck with three poincons depicting Napoleonic eagles, single gold-band and gold-inlaid touch-hole, the underside of breech inscribed BOUTET A VERSAILLES; breech extension engraved with wypherns, birds and two monkeys (in the manner of Jean-Baptiste Oudry), semi-rainproof pan with early type frizzen-mounted roller, the frizzen itself embellished with two birds drinking from a cup, cock with bird motif, back-action lock-plate with nude youth whispering into the ear of a resting lion, vermeil silver counterplate depicting a hunting scene; the triggerguard, acting as a release for the barrel is engraved with a winged nude woman, the two-part (take-down) walnut stock exhuberantly embellished with extensive, engraved gold panels overall forming draperies and floral motifs with an owl at grip, geese at comb and stork belly, musical instruments, the family crest of the important Spanish noble family of Guzman, silver buttplate with hallmarks, with side panels of drinking birds with gilt grounds, the comb set with a high-relief mythological figure wearing armor.
Condition: Excellent with minor replacements and cleaning overall.
Notes: Given by King Jose I of Spain (Joseph Bonaparte, brother of Napoleon I) to the Duque de Medina-Sidonia in 1806. Don Francisco de Borja Alvarez de Toledo y Gonzaga (1763 - 1821), was the XVI Duque de Medina-Sidonia. His ancestor, Don Alonso Perez de Guzman, VII Duque de Medina-Sidonia was admiral of the Spanish Armada in 1588. Two other such gold-mounted carbines (Carabine de Botte Brisee) are known in mu
Estimate: 100000 - 175000

Rare French Naval Flintlock Blunderbuss Boarding Pistol, c. 1790-1820

Lot #300 (Sale Order 249 of 710)

9 1/2-inch brass two-stage blunderbuss barrel with coin-edged banding at muzzle and girdle. Barrel faceted at breech and engraved with palm leaf pattern border. Unmarked lock engraved with floral motifs. Brass pan and roller frizzen spring. Engraved brass furniture and pommel cap. Relief-carved and finely checkered walnut stock with raised scalloped borders around tang. Wooden ramrod with horn tip.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Metal showing light wear and age patina. Wood very good with a few minor marks. Action excellent.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

A Fine Exhibition Grade Silver-Mounted Bowie Knife with Silver-Mounted Scabbard by P. Giordano, Napo

Lot #301 (Sale Order 250 of 710)

9 3/8-inch polished steel blade with clip-point and two wide fullers terminating into three facets at tip. Back of blade with rounded edges at ricasso and spool- type waist. German-style silver crossguard with hoof quillons and shell-type guard, the reverse inscribed: P. Giordano, Napoli, 1878. Silver ferrule engraved with oakleaf motifs. One-piece ivory grip intricately engraved with panoplies of hunting arms and dead game. Silver boar's head pommel with roped borders and oakleaf mask motifs. Fine brown leather scabbard with cast silver mounts depicting birds in flight among grove of trees. Cast silver belt stud with stag head motif. Length overall: 16 1/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent. The blade with scattered light spotting and several micro nicks to edge. Scabbard with light wear to leather.
Estimate: 7500 - 9500

Rare and Exceptional Antique Folding French Bowie Knife by Vauthier, c.1840

Lot #302 (Sale Order 251 of 710)

A large, 17 7/8" overall length in the open position, and weighing 1 pound 2 ounces. The ricasso of the 12 5/8" long x 3/16" thick x 1 1/16th-inch wide blade is hot stamped VAUTHIER RUE, DAUPHINE No 34 in two lines, and the location PARIS in a small circle to the right of the name. The blade has a 3 1/2" false edge, no nicks to the edge, a long, sharp, full tip, and has never been sharpened. It also has almost the entire original crocus of iron polish on the blade. The 8 7/16" portion of the 12 5/8" blade extending beyond the lower of the two cross guards when the blade is in the closed demonstrates that this is a large and formidable weapon, even in the closed position. The blade locks in the 12 5/8" long open position with a typical French-style ring release. In the closed blade position, the blade locks securely, and is released by pressing a German silver oval release button in the middle of the ivory grip scale. The large 3 5/8" long x I 3/16-inches wide x 3/16-inches thick ivory scales are exceptional, original to the period with no chips or cracks, with beautiful age patina that only comes from 150 years of natural aging and oils transferred from handling. Each scale has a carved three-dimensional raised center panel secured by six German silver pins, with iron liners. The mounts of this fine folder are typical French iron bolsters, with the early 1830's Sheffield-style double crossguard at both ends of the hilt. The Master pin and lock back release ring are iron, as are the four-crossguard quillons with median ridges that are shaped by hand filing. The integral top bolster, crossguard, and lock back release are engraved on both sides with about 20 very fine hand-chiseled line engravings. The fine original sheath is rarer than the knife, as almost all were lost over time and are missing. The sheath is constructed of hand carved wood, and is covered with select-grained leather with embossed borders on both
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Scarce Agent-Marked English Sheffield Bowie Knife by Joseph Rodgers & Sons

Lot #303 (Sale Order 252 of 710)

7-inch straight spear-point blade with 3 1/2-inch false back edge. Ricasso marked: VR/[crown]/ Joseph Rodgers & Sons/Cutlers to Her Majesty. Reverse: S. W. Silver & Co./Cornhill, London. German silver crossguard. Checkered ebony scales secured with five steel rivets. Contained in original black leather scabbard with german silver throat with belt stud. Blade locking latch.
Condition: Very good. Blade excellent with light wear overall. Minor pitting on ricasso. Grip scales with light wear. Scabbard with light wear. Missing German silver tip.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Scarce and Exceptional Gold & Silver-Inlaid Pinfire Pocket Pistol, c.1840

Lot #304 (Sale Order 253 of 710)

Unserialized. 6.35mm, 2 3/8-inch barrel. Gold and silver wire inlay on barrel, cylinder, hammer and frame. Folding trigger. Ivory grips.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel with dark brown age patina with blued finish remaining on frame and cylinder. Grips excellent. Action very good. A fine example.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare and Unique Engraved Belgian Curiosa Double-Barrel Bowie Knife Percussion Pistol with Scabbard

Lot #305 (Sale Order 254 of 710)

Unmarked 8-inch clip-point blade with 4 1/4-inch false edge. .32 caliber, side by side 3 1/2-inch octagonal percussion barrels with Belgian proofs at breech. Floral scroll-engraved frame. Double single-select fire triggers and hammers which form the crossguard to the knife. Stag grip scales. Contained in custom brown leather scabbard with belt loop. A unique and rare weapon.
Condition: Excellent for this item. Blade excellent showing scattered light pitting but never sharpened. Barrels of gun with minor spots of wear and pitting. Grips excellent. Mechanically sound. Scabbard with light wear and scuffs.
Notes: For discussion of unusual knife pistols and revolvers see Firearms Curiosa by Winant & Riling pages 34-36.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Belgian Seven-Barrel Rolling-Block Volley Gun by H. Pieper

Lot #306 (Sale Order 255 of 710)

6mm, 25 3/4-inch unique round barrel with 7-rifled bores within a single-barrel. Blued finish. Belgian proofs at breech. Dovetailed front sight and sporting rear elevation sight. Nickel-plated frame and tang engraved with textured line pattern panels. Rolling block action with knurled spurred lever. Ejector ring present. Checkered fore-end and pistol-grip varnished walnut stock with shotgun butt. Checkered horn buttplate marked: H. Pieper/Liege. Sold together with three additional ejector rings.
Condition: Very good. Barrel retaining much blue finish, now faded to plum brown with light surface spotting and fine pitting. Frame breechblock and lever retaining 25-30% finish, the remaining areas with dark age patina. Wood very good as refinished with minor dents and bruises present. Action tight and crisp. Buttplate with minor worm damage.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Italian Flintlock Pistol by Lazarino-Cominazo

Lot #307 (Sale Order 256 of 710)

.60 caliber, 14-inch tapered two-stage barrel, the rear section with linear flutes and marked: Lazarino/Cominazo. Unmarked flintlock mechanism. Pierced floral scroll counterplate with blank oval escutcheon. Engraved steel furniture. Rose pattern pommel caps. Walnut stock with raised relief-carved detail around romrod channel and breech. Wooden ramrod with steel tip.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with pitting and grey patina. Stock with splice to fore-end and scattered wear and bruises, Action functions.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare and Unique Caucasian Flintlock Pistol

Lot #308 (Sale Order 257 of 710)

.65 caliber, 15 1/4-inch damascus barrel, the top with deep relief engraved linear designs. Two silver barrel bands. Scroll-engraved lock and cock with roller spring frizzen. Pierced and engraved silver counterplate. Handsome highly figured tiger maple stock with ivory fore-end cap and inlaid ivory or bone borders surrounding upper tang. Stock with unique Caucasian star pattern brass and ebony medallion inlays. Floral engraved triggerguard. Silver oval pommel cap with roped and dentate borders, the domed buttcap engraved with floral meander. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Very good. Barrel, lock and triggerguard with dark age patina and light pitting. Silver mountings with wear and brown patina. Stock with fine period splice repair, hardly visible, probably done when barrel bands were added. Cock jaw and screw are incorrect replacements, easily replaced. A fine and unique Caucasian pistol.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Pair of Unmarked European Flintlock Pistols

Lot #309 (Sale Order 258 of 710)

.52 caliber, 8-inch unmarked tapered and sculpted barrels with brass blade front sights. Unmarked locks. Relief-carved walnut stocks with floral motifs at tangs. Horn fore-end caps. Engraved brass furniture. Wooden ramrods with brass tips.
Condition: Good. Metal showing dark brown age patina with scattered light pitting. Wood showing several crack repairs. One example with crude repair to horn fore-end cap. One example with minor losses to tip of pommel. Both pistols with repairs to triggerguard tangs. One example with repaired crack in cock. Same example needs repair to lock as it will not stay on cock.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare European Biedermann 4-Shot Miniature Derringer

Lot #310 (Sale Order 259 of 710)

Unserialized. .22 caliber, 2 1/8-inch barrels. Frame engraved with vita-culture motifs. Spur trigger. Checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Very good. Metal with mellow grey-brown age patina. Grips with minor wear and bruises. Tiny chip to top of right grip. Firing pin does not rotate with hammer is cocked. Needs repair.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare and Finely Crafted Antique Miniature Percussion Muff Pistol, c.19th-Century

Lot #311 (Sale Order 260 of 710)

1 1/2-inch long finely engraved barrel with tiny rifled bore. Scroll-engraved frame. Folding trigger. Trigger drops down when hammer is cocked. One-piece ivory grip. Tiny percussion nipple. A unique and rare curiosa item.
Condition: Excellent to mint.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Antique Miniature Italian Miquelet Carbine,c.1750

Lot #312 (Sale Order 261 of 710)

8mm, 3 5/8-inch octagonal barrel, the top scroll-engraved and gold-washed. Ebony ramrod. Finely engraved miniature miquelet lock. Chisel-engraved triggerguard. Relief-carved ebony stock, the top with delicately carved palm frond motifs, the sides with ribbed panels.
Condition: Excellent. Metal with grey age patina with slight traces of gold wash remaining in protected areas. Wood with light wear and patina.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Rare British Curiosa Dagger/Revolver Cane by Brigg, London

Lot #313 (Sale Order 262 of 710)

27 3/4-inch malacca wood cane shaft with brass ferrule and steel tip. Top of shaft with concealed 4-shot .22 caliber revolver. 6-inch four-sided spike dagger mounted in front of cylinder. Folding trigger. Blued finish. German silver ferrule marked: Brigg, London. British proofs. German silver collar with one-piece stag grip.
Condition: Fair to good. Shaft with light age wear, patina and minor cracks at top. Grip with light wear, the collar with a few minor dents. Mechanism retaining much blue finish but needing repair as trigger will not function and cylinder will not turn.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Exceptional Early Special Militia Pattern British Brown Bess Flintlock Musket by I. Freeman with Rar

Lot #314 (Sale Order 263 of 710)

.78 caliber, 38 1/4-inch barrel of bright steel, the top marked: Freeman London. British proofs. Banded breech. Lock marked: Freeman. Standard relief-carved, varnished English walnut stock with brass furniture and vacant oval wrist escutcheon. Marked: HI behind lower tang. Sling mounts. Steel ramrod marked SGS. Together with correct triangular bayonet, marked "2" at base. Twist-lock collar. Original black leather scabbard with brass belt hook and tip.
Condition: Excellent and probably unfired. Metal bright with scattered light wear overall. Stock excellent with light worming overall. Bayonet very good to excellent with light wear overall. Scabbard showing wear and light scuffing. Belt hook wired to scabbard. Addendum: Provenance: Estate of the Earl of Macclefield, Shirburn Castle, Oxfordshire. The Armory collection consisted of fifty pieces of rare, 46-inch muskets and pistols. This Musket is one of three. The rare 38-inch barrel possibly a prototype.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Fine 18th-Century French Flintlock Rifle

Lot #315 (Sale Order 264 of 710)

Serial no. 61, .62 caliber, 38 1/2-inch barrel with deep dark polished blue finish. Two-stage tapered barrel faceted at breech. The top flat engraved with sunflowers, fleur-de-lys and columns. Open rear sight on highly sculpted base. Bead front sight. Bright steel lock inscribed E PAGE ARQUEBUSIER DU ROI A PARIS. Lock finely engraved with crown, sunburst and floral motif. Hammer adorned with dragon. Frizzen relief-carved with floral design. Silver thumbpiece escutcheon with crown and fleur-de-lys. Touchmarked silver buttplate and triggerguard, Studded silver band perimeter to leather cheekpiece. Carved scrolls, floral motifs and borders to varnished select walnut full stock. Finely checkered wrist and fore-end. Ebony ramrod. Numberal 61 on barrel and stock.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel retaining 95-97% deep dark blue with scattered light frosting. Lock and hammer showing light wear. Stock fine to excellent with scattered light dents. Moderate crackling to leather cheekpiece.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine French Double Barrel Flintlock Fowler

Lot #316 (Sale Order 265 of 710)

28-gauge, 34-inch blued barrels with gold bands at muzzle, gold sunburst surrounding blade front sight and gold double panoplies at breech. Gold inscription foward of breech reads POCHARD PARIS. Guilded breech and upper tang. Blued locks also marked POCHARD PARIS. Silver oval monogram escutcheon at wrist with script monogram MB. Blued buttplate and triggerguard adorned with panoplies and floral scrollwork. Chased and studded trim to rose fabric padded cheekpiece.
Condition: Excellent as configured. Barrels retaining 90-95% blue thinning to brown. Locks possibly refinished. Stock fine and retaining varnish in protected areas. Scattered dents. Losses to cheekpiece. Ramrod absent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

British Percussion Fowler by Ketland

Lot #317 (Sale Order 266 of 710)

20 gauge, 39-inch part round/part octagonal barrel marked: London. Two steel thimbles. British proofs. Percussion lock marked: W. KETLAND. Barrel-type bolster. Vacant oval escutcheon on wrist. Brass triggerguard and buttplate. Walnut stock Wooden ramrod with brass tip.
Condition: Good. Metal showing dark age patina mixed with scattered spotting and pitting. Wood with light wear, dents and bruises.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Unmarked Continental Flintlock Musket

Lot #318 (Sale Order 267 of 710)

.69 caliber, 42-inch barrel with three steel bands. Stamped: 44.5 at first barrel band. Left facet stamped: 8. Unmarked French-style lock mechanism. Steel furniture with early style buttplate. Steel ramrod with cone-shaped tip Sling mounts. This example not pictured in Newmann.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting overall. Wood with wear and minor worming. Minor chips in ramrod channel; dents and scratches present.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Unmarked French Brevete Curiosa Dagger/Revolver Cane

Lot #319 (Sale Order 268 of 710)

31-inch malacca wood cane shaft with brass ferrule and steel tip. Top of shaft with concealed 4-shot 4mm revolver. 6-inch four-sided spike dagger mounted in front of cylinder, blade marked: Brevete/Paris. 2 1/2-inch barrels with Liege proofs. Scroll-engraved breechblock. Hammer buttons with floral engraved tops. Push-button trigger. Blued finish. Roll-stamped floral scrolled silver collar with vacant shield escutcheon. One-piece stag grip.
Condition: Very good to excellent. Shaft with light age wear and patina. Grip with light wear, the collar with a few minor dents. Mechanism retaining much blue finish and appears to function well.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Cased Pair of Four-Barrel Percussion Pistols by Samuel Nock

Lot #320 (Sale Order 269 of 710)

.41 caliber, 4-inch barrel clusters marked: S. Nock- London. Crown over V proofs. Hammers, frames and furniture finely scroll-engraved. Sliding safeties. Double triggers. Finel checkered walnut grips. Pommels with cap reservoirs. Blank oval wrist escutcheons. Contained in original green felt-lined mahogany case together with bone cannister containing two extra nipples; brass and steel cleaning rod with ebony knob; single-cavity steel bullet mold; small shell pattern flaskand shot supply. Case lid with circular brass escutcheon; interior of lid with original maker's label reading: Samuel Nock/Gun Maker to Her Majesty/43 Regent Street/London. Brass key escutcheon.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. One nipple broken. Grips with wear and minor bruises. Mechanism very good. Case very good with lid needing re-gluing, Minor losses to maker label. Interior with wear and light soiling. Accoutrements with light wear and patina.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Pair of Continental Percussion Belt Pistols

Lot #321 (Sale Order 270 of 710)

.50 caliber, 4 1/8-inch octagonal damascus barrels. Scroll-engraved hammers and locks. Unique blocking safeties. European proofs. Scroll-engraved steel furniture. Checkered walnut stocks. German silver wedge escutcheons. Steel ramrod with bugle tip [one missing].
Condition: Good. Metal with light wear and grey patina. Wood retaining approximately 85-90% checked varnish with scattered wear and blemishes. One ramrod missing.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Book-Cased British Screwbarrel Percussion Pocket Pistol by Wilson, London

Lot #322 (Sale Order 271 of 710)

.50 caliber, 1 1/2-inch round screwbarrel. Frame scroll-engraved and marked: Wilson/London. Hammer of dolphin form. Sliding safety. Folding trigger. Checkered one-piece walnut grip with vacant oval wrist escutcheon. Engraved steel pommel cap. Pistol contained in concealed hollow compartment in leather-bound antique dictionary. Compartment lined in marblelized paper.
Condition: Very good with light wear and age patina. Grip with light wear. Mechanically sound. Book casing with scuffs and wear to cover. Interior good.
Notes: Alexander Wilson [1810-1835] London.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Rare Experimental British-Proofed Unmarked Prototype Double Action Revolver

Lot #323 (Sale Order 272 of 710)

Unserialized. 11mm, 5 3/4-inch octagonal barrel marked: Preysee-Deprez smoothbore. Unusual reverse, top-hinged, bottom break action. British proofs. Checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring. Break down tool in butt. A rare and desirable British prototype revolver.
Condition: Excellent to mint as a prototype. Metal in-the-white. Grips excellent. Action needing minor adjustment.
Estimate: 2750 - 3000

Rare Excavated Chinese Ceramic Jar of Bronze Coins, c. 9th-10th Century

Lot #324 (Sale Order 273 of 710)

The Chinese ceramic jar, excavated in the Annam Province of China. Jar is full of concreted ancient bronze coins as they were excavated. A unique archeological item.
Condition: Very good to excellent as an excavated relic.
Estimate: 1000 - 2000

Scarce Indo-China Bronze Hand Cannon

Lot #325 (Sale Order 274 of 710)

.68 caliber, 9 3/4-inch bronze tube with molded banding and hollow tube handle. No vent hole [?]. Length 15 1/4-inches long. Sold with wooden display stand.
Condition: Excellent with rich green patina. No vent hole present.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Scarce Indo-China Bronze Hand Cannon, c.16th-century

Lot #326 (Sale Order 275 of 710)

.70 caliber, 9 1/2-inch bronze tube with swelled breech and hollow tube handle. Length: 13 1/2-inches overall. Sold with wooden display stand.
Condition: Excellent with rich green patina.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare and Historic Gold Presidential Presentation Sword and Scabbard Awarded to U.S. Naval Ensign Edm

Lot #327 (Sale Order 276 of 710)

Having a 30 5/8-inch straight polished steel blade, etched with laurel boughs; 13-stars in an arch; a panoply consisting of a shield with arrows and laurel sprigs surrounded by rays. The obverse with etched panel reading: "PRESENTED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE U.S./TO/ENSIGN EDMUND SHIPP"; the reverse reading: "PURSUANT TO A RESOLUTION OF CONGRESS/OF THE/13TH OF FEBRUARY 1835". A solid gold cruciform hilt, the crossguard with acanthus leaves over a stippled ground, surmounted by gold languets in the form of maple leaves, the obverse with legend: CROGHAN; the reverse reading: SHIPP. A solid gold grip of rectangular section, the obverse with elongated vacant gold escutcheon, the reverse with legend SANDUSKY the panel raised above a rayed background, the sides with 13 raised stars, symbolizing the 13 original colonies. The grip is surmounted by an ovoid pommel chased with acanthus leaves and a raised medallion marked: U.S.; the reverse with raised Union shield, the canton with date: 1815. The sword is contained in a fluted scabbard with solid gold mounts, having two vertical rows of arrow fleshettes with acanthus leaf panels, the tip decorated en suite. Two gilt ring mounts. Contained in a period purple velvet-lined wooden case with lock mechanism. A historic and important American sword. Major Croghan conducted the successful defense of Fort Stephenson at Sandusky, Ohio, August 2, 1813 with only 160 men, against a combined force of more than 1000 British regulars and Indians. In recognition of the defense, the U.S. Congress awarded similar gold-mounted swords to Croghan, Ensign Shipp and five other junior officers, making this sword one of only 7 in existence. The following is a summary of Ensign Shipp's action during the seige of Fort Stephenson for which Shipp was awarded this sword: Having disposed of his forces so as to cut off Croghan's retreat, the British General Henry Proctor sent Colonel Elli
Estimate: 75000 - 125000

Reconverted U.S. Model 1808 Navy Martial Flintlock Pistol

Lot #328 (Sale Order 277 of 710)

.64 caliber, 10 1/8-inch barrel marked: "P" at breech. Reconverted flintlock mechanism marked: [eagle]/U. States. Standard walnut stock with stamped inscription at breech and in front of triggerguard reading: E. Chase. Steel belt hook. Brass furniture. No ramrod.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered pitting. Stock with wood splice in front of lock; several major cracks in grip and major losses to fore-end with missing ramrod. Triggerguard tang broken. Lock reconverted to flint. Action needs work.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare Inscribed American Percussion Pistol by J.N. Creamer

Lot #329 (Sale Order 278 of 710)

.44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with bead-type front sight and silver band at breech. Steel under-rib. "V" notch rear sight. Engraved tang. Engraved percussion lock marked: J.N. Creamer. Handsome burl walnut stock with bag-shaped grip, silver wedge escutcheons and silver wrist escutcheon inscribed: J. Haverty. Horn fore-end cap. Engraved spur triggerguard. Replacement wooden ramrod with brass tip. A very rare and desirable American pistol with owner's inscription worthy of further research.
Condition: Good to very good. Steel showing dark age patina with scattered spots of light pitting near muzzle. Wood very good with light wear and age patina. Fore-end cap with chip to top of left side. Mechanically excellent.
Notes: J. N. Creamer, [1830-1850], possibly the son or younger brother of B. Creamer (?) 1800, Philadelphia, Pa. Maker of Kentucky percussion rifles and duelling pistols.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Scarce South Carolina Palmetto Armory Single-Shot Martial Pistol

Lot #330 (Sale Order 279 of 710)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2-inch barrel faintly marked with a palmetto palm tree at breech and Wm. Glaze & Co. Tang marked: 1853. Swivel ramod. Percussion lock marked: Columbia/S.C. 1852./Palmetto Armory/S.C. Walnut stock with brass furniture and single brass band.
Condition: Good. Metal showing dark brown age patina with scattered light to moderate pitting overall. Wood with minor chip at back of lock and several stable diagonal cracks present.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Scarce and Fine Pennsylvania Full-Stock Flintlock Rifle by D. Beck

Lot #331 (Sale Order 280 of 710)

.45 caliber, 42 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with open sights. Top-flat marked: D. Beck. Lock marked: B & W Hull/New York. Set-triggers. Tiger-maple stock with brass furniture and patchbox. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Wood very good to excellent with light wear and minor marks. Tiny crack at toe of buttstock. Ramrod possibly a later replacement.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Fine Contemporary Kentucky Flintlock Rifle by Leroy Fleemor

Lot #332 (Sale Order 281 of 710)

.45 caliber, 41 7/8-inch octagonal barrel with dovetail German silver blade type front sight and open rear sight. Top flat marked: Leroy Fleemor. Lock marked: Thomas Ketland. Set triggers. Relief-carved exceptional tiger maple stock with pierced German silver furniture and patchbox rocker scroll engraved en suite. Relief-carved buttstock and cheekrest. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Excellent with light wear, patina and minor blemishes present.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Musket Documented to Spanish American War California Volunteers

Lot #333 (Sale Order 282 of 710)

Serial no. 84136, .45-70, 32 3/4-inch barrel. Blued finish with walnut musket stock. Stacking ring, ramrod and sling swivel. Lock marked U.S. SPRINGFIELD. Low-arch breech. stamped U.S. MODEL 1884. Buffington rear sight. Top of butt plate stamped US. Left side of stock with inspector's cartouche. Dated 1887.
Condition: Very Good. Barrel and breech turned a plum brown. Scattered areas of light frosting. Stock: Very Good to Excellent with moderate use wear. Minor loss at ramrod channel.
Notes: Rifle accompanied by Co.D 6th California Volunteers' Spanish American War document.
Estimate: 2000 - 2500

U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Musket With Documentation to CO. H 1ST USV INF.

Lot #334 (Sale Order 283 of 710)

Serial no. 370155, .45-70 caliber. 32 1/2-inch barrel, blued finish, walnut musket stock. Ramrod, stacking ring and sling swivel. Buffington rear sight. Low arch breech marked US MODEL 1884. Buttplate stamped U.S. Buttstock with incised numeral 25.
Condition: Very good. Blue in protected areas with remainder a plum brown. Scattered scratches on barrel at stacking swivel. Breech with areas of plum brown turning to gray. Stock with moderate dings and use wear.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Cased and Historic Double Action Pepperbox by Allen & Thurber, Worcester, of Alexander McLeod, Deput

Lot #335 (Sale Order 284 of 710)

Serial no. 174, .34 percussion caliber, 6 shots, 4 7/8-inch barrel cluster, one of top ribs marked ALLEN & THURBER WORCESTER and adjacent rib marked PATENTED 1837 CAST STEEL; ALLEN'S PATENT on left side of hammer; scroll and border engraved frame and nipple shield; blued finish; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case lined with burgundy velvet, and partitioned in the American style; accessories of brass cylindrical plunger flask marked J. CAMM at top, steel cleaning rod with turned walnut handle and brass ferrule; mahogany compartment lid with turned ivory pull; bottom of case covered in fabric.
Condition: Very good to fine. Barrel and triggerguard with brown patina and light pitting; frame with 20% blue, balance turned brown; nipple shield with 70% blue and light pitting; grips with 98% varnish and minor nicks. Case and cleaning rod very good; flask fine. Lock missing portion of latch; left end of lid needs re-gluing.
Notes: McLeod was for five years Deputy Sheriff of the District of Niagara, comprising three counties in Upper Canada.
Provenance: Accompanied by documentation indicating McLeod's involvement in the Caroline Affair, historic confrontation on the border between the U.S. and Canada, December 29-30, 1837. Data includes large format 2-page Xerox copy of Archives of Ontario, F900-MV 1964, File: 3, Alexander McLeod, Narratives, 1830-70. Additional 8-page Xerox copy, 8 1/2- x 11-inch sheets, most with hand written narrative, from same archive, under category correspondence, n.d., c 1838-69 and 1880.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Cased Presentation Whitneyville Armory Spur Trigger Pocket Revolver Inscribed to Famed Railroad

Lot #336 (Sale Order 285 of 710)

Serial no. 456B, .32 caliber, 2 5/8-inch blued octagonal barrel. Blued fluted cylinder. Nickel-plated frame with top strap inscribed: Dec.25th, 1885. Left side of frame inscribed: From/J.M.W./San Francisco. Backstrap inscribed: C.P.R.R. to Leland Stanford. Spur trigger. Case-hardened hammer. Varnished rosewood bird's head grips. Contained in associated purple velvet-lined French style walnut case with wooden block containing nine copper-cased rimfire cartridges. Vacant rectangular brass escutcheon on lid.
Condition: Excellent. retaining approximately 75-80% finish with scattered wear and patina. Hammer with vibrant case-hardening. Tracking line on cylinder. Grips excellent. Action excellent. Case very good. Lid escutcheon appears to be a replacement.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Scarce Navy Issue E. Whitney Second Model Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #337 (Sale Order 286 of 710)

Serial no. 25731, .36 caliber, 7 3/4-inch octagonal barrel. Barrel and cylinder with naval markings with anchor stamp and "P" over "HKH" designating U.S. Navy issue. Blued finish. Case-hardened lever and hammer. Small brass triggerguard. Walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 15-20% finish, primarily on the barrel, the remaining areas showing dark plum brown patina. Cylinder scene thin, but present. Strong traces of case-hardening remaining on lever and hammer. Grips very good with minor dents and bruises. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare Cased Factory-Engraved Moore Patent Firearms Co. Teat-Fire Pocket Revolver

Lot #338 (Sale Order 287 of 710)

Serial no. 694, .32 teat-fire caliber, 3 1/8-inch barrel. Factory scroll-engraved frame. Rare, full silver-plated finish. Spur trigger. Blued hammer. Varnished rosewood grips. Contained in original burgundy velour-lined mahogany case with 50 cartridge capacity wood block.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 93-95% aged silver finish with very light wear to relief edges and minor losses of finish on barrel at breech. Grips with light wear. Action excellent. Case with wear and fading to lining with one chip to cartridge block. One cartridge present. Exterior with minor wear and scratches.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare U.S. Express Co. Marked Marlin Double Action Revolver

Lot #339 (Sale Order 288 of 710)

Serial no. 14979, .38 caliber, 3 1/4-inch barrel with German silver front sight and standard address. Blued finish. 5-Shot cylinder. Left side of frame marked: U.S. Ex. 14979. Front of gripstrap marked: U.S. Ex. Co. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Checkered hard rubber grips with embossed M.F.A.C. logo. Revolver accompanied by rare U.S. Express Co. "Shipping Frank", a basic free pass. A blue paper card of heavy construction, approximately 3-inches X 2-inches. Superimposed in the background is the year 1906. Printing reads as follows: "United States Express Co., Will carry free of charge, over it's line, within the United States, during the current year, -the Personal Packages of : Mr. M.J. Larson, Signed F.C. Platt, Co. President". On the reverse are listed Rules & Regulations and the "Issued By" declaration, signed boldly, by C.H. Crosby.
Condition: Fine. Retaining approximately 70-75% finish with scattered wear and age patina. Faded case-hardening. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 700 - 1000

Exceptional Connecticut Arms Co. Cupfire Pocket Revolver

Lot #340 (Sale Order 289 of 710)

Serial no. 5245, .28 caliber cupfire, 3-inch octagonal barrel. Blued barrel and 6-shot cylinder. Silver-plated frame. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Rosewood grips numbered to gun.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel and cylinder retaining approximately 97-98% blue with small areas of flaking. Frame and gripstrap with 75-85% silver-plating with wear to edges and gripstrap. Strong case-hardening with vibrant color present. Grips with 90-95% varnish. One of the nicest examples of a Connecticut Arms pocket revolver known to exist according to several experts..
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Scarce XL Single-Shot Derringer

Lot #341 (Sale Order 290 of 710)

Serial no. 1524, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued barrel with top flat marked: XL Derrringer. Case-hardened hammer. Nickel-plated finish. Varnished rosewood bird's head grips.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel retaining approximately 10-15% flaking blue finish. Hammer with strong traces of case-hardening. Frame retaining approximately 90-95% finish with minor scratches present. Grips near mint.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Scarce James Reid Model No. 2 "My Friend" Knuckleduster Pocket Revolver

Lot #342 (Sale Order 291 of 710)

Serial no. 13396, .32 caliber, 1 7/8-inch barrel, the top marked: "My Friend". Nickel-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer. Scroll-engraved. Ring-type knuckleduster grip with cross-hatched shield-shaped panel on gripstrap.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with patches of flaking on cylinder and frame near breech. Minor dulling overall. Action needs minor adjustment.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Scarce Butterfield Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #343 (Sale Order 292 of 710)

Serial no. 422, .44 caliber, 7-inch octagonal barrel with dovetailed front sight. Topstrap marked: Butterfield's/Pat. Dec. 11, 1855/Philada. Brass frame. 5-shot cylinder. Case-hardened hammer and lever. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good to very good for this model. Steel with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Brass with light age patina. Grips with crack repairs to toes and showing a few minor marks. Action weak but functional.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Factory Engraved Remington-Rider New Model Conversion Revolver

Lot #344 (Sale Order 293 of 710)

Serial no. 51, .38 rimfire caliber, 6 1/2-octagonal barrel with standard address. Factory scroll-engraved. Nickel-plated finish. Factory conversion. Ivory grips.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered wear and patina. Triggerguard with grey patina. Grips showing wear, age patina with red stains on left grip. Action good.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Remington Over & Under Derringer

Lot #345 (Sale Order 294 of 710)

Serial no. 153, .41 caliber, 3-inch barrels, the top flat marked: Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y. Nickel-plated finish. Fire-blued hammer, barrel latch and screws. Spur trigger. Checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with light wear to hammer and relief edges. A few minor scratches overall. Grips excellent. Action excellent. No hinge cracks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver

Lot #346 (Sale Order 295 of 710)

Serial no. 750, .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel. Chrome-plated finish. After market mastadon ivory grips carved with eagle and star motif.
Condition: Excellent as refinished and reconfigured. Retaining approximately 95-99% re-chromed finish with light tracking line on cylinder and wear to relief edges. Grips with light wear and patina present. Action very good.
Estimate: 2500 - 3000

An Exceptional Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver Together with Accompanying Flap Holster a

Lot #347 (Sale Order 296 of 710)

Serial no. 784, .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel. Scarce blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and loading gate. Varnished walnut grips. Sold together with accompanying brown leather commercial flap holster and cartridge belt containing 24 .44 caliber centerfire cartridges.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 98% original blue finish on barrel, frame and cylinder, the gripstrap retaining thinning original blue finish mixed with age patina. Light tracking line on cylinder. Retaining 100% case-hardening, the hammer with vibrant color. Grips excellent. Holster and belt with wear and scuffs. Two loops broken. Cartridges with light verdegris deposits.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Rare Gutta Percha Cased Smith & Wesson First Model, First Issue 22 Tip-Up Pocket Revolver

Lot #348 (Sale Order 297 of 710)

Serial no. 8004, .22 short rimfire caliber, 3 1/4-inch fluted blued octagonal barrel. Brass frame. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Varnished rosewood grips. Contained in original cut velvet-lined rare gutta percha case, the lid with embossed image of a S & W pocket revolver. Interior of case with molded ammunition block containing 58 copper-cased rimfire cartridges.
Condition: Very good for this model. Retaining approximately 20-25% finish with scattered wear and patina. Grips very good with minor wear and bruises. Case fine to excellent, with small period chip repair on right side of bottom and interior bracket with repair; the interior bottom velvet faded.
Estimate: 4500 - 5500

An Exceptional Smith & Wesson Model One 3rd Issue Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #349 (Sale Order 298 of 710)

Serial no. 61538, .22 caliber, 3 3/16-inch barrel. Nickel-plated with ivory grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 97-98% finish with one small spot of flaking on cylinder flat surface. Grips excellent. Action crisp.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Rare Boxed Smith & Wesson First Model, Third Issue, Spur Trigger Pocket Revolver

Lot #350 (Sale Order 299 of 710)

Serial no. 99144, .22 caliber, 3 1/8 barrel with German silver front sight. Blued finish. 7-Shot cylinder. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Varnished rosewood grips. Contained in original dark red, pebble-grained pasteboard box.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 92-95% finish with scattered wear to relief edges, cylinder and gripstrap. Light tracking line on cylinder, Vibrant case-hardening. Grips ex cellent with a few minor marks. Action tight and crisp. Box with light wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 1500 - 2250

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2, New Model

Lot #351 (Sale Order 300 of 710)

Serial no. 92694, .32 rimfire, 3 1/2-inch barrel. Silver and gold wash finish with pearl grips. Distinctive floral engraving on frame, cylinder and barrel.
Condition: Fine retaining 80-85% of silver and gold wash finish with remainder a steel gray patina. Scattered areas of light frosting on cylinder and at breech. Pearl grips a period replacement.
Notes: Engraving possibly executed by E.A. Trimme, best known for the flower motifs he engraved on a small number of S&W tip-up models. Also, this gun is in the same serial range as others of this model that are engraved. This model manufactured 1868-1875.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army Single Action Revolver

Lot #352 (Sale Order 301 of 710)

Serial no. 41191, .32 rimfire, 6-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish with rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent. Superb late 1860s revolver, contract nickel-plated finish. Retaining approximately 98-100% scarce nickel finish with only very light handling wear. Grips excellent.
Notes: Manufactured 1865
Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Smith & Wesson 1st Model "Baby Russian" Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #353 (Sale Order 302 of 710)

Serial no. 22373, .38 centerfire, 3 1/4-inch barrel, five-shot cylinder. Nickel-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Factory, checkered, hard rubber grips with S&W monogram.
Condition: Excellent retaining approximately 99% original nickel finish. Excellent case colors. Grips excellent. Action crisp and tight.
Estimate: 900 - 1300

Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 2nd Model With Low Serial Number

Lot #354 (Sale Order 303 of 710)

Serial no. 276, .38 centerfire, 3 1/4-inch barrel. Nickeled finish with rare walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent retaining 97-98% original nickel finish with few tiny pin-prick freckles on frame. Minor tracking line on cylinder. Grips excellent. A great example of one of the first of this model produced.
Notes: Manufactured 1877-1891
Estimate: 700 - 1000

Rare Smith & Wesson Model 3, First Model Russian Single Action Revolver with Rare Detachable Walnut

Lot #354A (Sale Order 304 of 710)

Serial no. 28018 with matching assembly numbers [serial number is read from inside of right grip due to factory notches partially cut through serial number on butt], .44 Russian, 6 1/2-inch fluted barrel. Nickel finish. Case-hardened hammer and triggerguard. Gripstrap factory cut for shoulderstock. Oil-finished walnut grips. Factory records confirm this gun as one of a small order of this model having rare 6 1/2-inch barrel, in nickel finish and even more rare, being factory cut for detachable shoulder stock. One of the most desirable large frame Smith & Wesson revolvers.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 20-30% finish, particularly in protected areas with scattered wear and age patina. Light tracking line on cylinder. Hammer retaining some vibrant case-hardening. Perfect screws. Shoulder stock furniture and buttplate with slight traces of finish mixed with grey patina commensurate with condition of revolver. Wood grips fine with only light handing and minor bruises in evidence. Action tight and crisp. Overall, a seldom seen and very desirable ensemble.
Estimate: 8500 - 11500

Fine Smith & Wesson Model 3 Russian Third Model Single Action Revolver

Lot #355 (Sale Order 305 of 710)

Serial no. 645, .44 Russian caliber, 6 1/2-inch barrel with "Re-Issue" stamping on barrel rib. Nickel-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer and spurred triggerguard. Butt marked: 1874. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 98-99% original finish with scattered fine dents and light scratches. Light tracking line present. Minor fading to case-hardening. Grips excellent with light wear and marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 5500 - 7500

Rare Original Smith & Wesson New Model #3 Single Action Revolver Detachable Walnut Shoulderstock

Lot #356 (Sale Order 306 of 710)

Standard pattern original walnut shoulderstock with nickel-plated finish. Compression screw locking system. Hard rubber buttplate with S & W monogram.
Condition: Excellent to mint.
Estimate: 1300 - 1800

Rare and Fine Presentation Inscribed Smith & Wesson New Model #3 Target Single Action Revolver with

Lot #357 (Sale Order 307 of 710)

Serial no. 356, .32-44 caliber, 6 1/2-inch barrel with target sights. Blued barrel and frame. Cylinder has patina color possibly due to heat from firing, but no pitting or erosion of finish. Both the flat and fluted metal surfaces of the cylinder appear original. Right side of frame inscribed: M.E. Burnton/Capt. & I.R.P. -22nd Regt. -NYSNG. Case-hardened hammer and custom factory spurred triggerguard. Factory checkered walnut grips. Sold with a detailed provenance file on the original owner.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered wear overall, the remainder with grey-brown age patina and wear to gripstrap. Light tracking line on cylinder. Vibrant case-hardening present. Grips excellent. Action tight and crisp.
Notes: This fine revolver was given to Captain Maurice E. Burnton in late 1891, obviously in honor of his performance and dedication to the troops under his command in the service of the New York National Guard. After joining the Guard in 1873 Burnton rose through the ranks, retiring in 1897 at the rank of Captain. He was recalled one year later at the onset of the Spanish-American War, to serve at the same rank in the formation of the new 122nd Regt., for the short duration of that conflict, and then retired again.
Estimate: 5000 - 7500

Rare and Exceptional Factory Engraved Presentation Inscribed Smith & Wesson New Model #3 Single Acti

Lot #358 (Sale Order 308 of 710)

Serial no. 19458, .44 caliber , 6 1/2-inch barrel. Right side of frame factory engraved with floral scroll frame bordering a factory inscribed presentation: Harold O. Austin. Case-hardened hammer and triggerguard. Nickel-plated finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with light tracking line on cylinder and a few micro scratches, otherwise mint. Vibrant case-hardening. Grips excellent. Action tight and crisp. A truly rare and exceptional factory presentation revolver.
Estimate: 5500 - 7500

Rare Inscribed Nimschke New York Engraved Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action Second Model Spur Trigger

Lot #359 (Sale Order 309 of 710)

Serial no. 24924, .38 caliber, 3 1/4-inch barrel. Nimschke New York scroll-engraved. Nickel finish. Blued barrel latch. Gold-washed hammer and cylinder. Spur trigger. Backstrap finely inscribed: Capt. Thos. M. Ryan. Factory pearl grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 97-98% nickel finish on frame and barrel with strong traces of gold wash remaining on hammer and cylinder, the remaining areas of cylinder with brown patina. Grips excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Exceptional Boxed Engraved Smith & Wesson Fourth Model .32 Double Action Pocket Revolver

Lot #360 (Sale Order 310 of 710)

Serial no. 116659, .32 caliber, Merwin & Hulbert-style punch and dot engraved throughout with pictorial panel featuring a bird on left side of frame. 5-shot cylinder. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Blued barrel latch and triggerguard. Pearl grips with medallions. Contained in original factory box with burgundy oilcloth cover, the inner lid with printed instructions. A superior example.
Condition: Excellent to mint with slight wear to triggerguard and minor crack repairs to left grip. Vibrant case-hardening. Mechanically tight and crisp. Box with light wear to corners, otherwise mint.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Smith & Wesson Single-Shot Target Pistol

Lot #361 (Sale Order 311 of 710)

Serial no. 9044, .22 caliber, 10-inch fluted barrel with target sights. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Checkered walnut grips with medallions.
Condition: Excellent to mint with slight wear at muzzle. Vibrant case-hardening. Grips near mint.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

***Rare Boxed Smith & Wesson Limited Edition Model 19 San Francisco Police 125th-Anniversary Commem

Lot #362 (Sale Order 312 of 710)

Serial no. AAW3449, .357 magnum caliber, 6-inch barrel with target sights. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Blued finish. Oversized factory hardwood grips with medallions. Contained in original factory box together with cleaning kit. Sold together with boxed satin brass commemorative belt buckle with legend reading: San Francisco Police 125th-Year. Buckle depicts a 7-pointed San Francisco Police badge. Lot also includes unopened walnut display case. These rare revolvers were reported by the consignor to be limited in the number issued. A scarce Smith & Wesson revolver.
Condition: Mint.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Deluxe Stevens Falling Block Lever Action Schuetzen Rifle.

Lot #363 (Sale Order 313 of 710)

Serial no. 1238, .32-40 caliber, 28-inch half round, half octagonal blued target barrel. Hooded front sight and tang-mounted vernier rear sight. Set triggers. Color case-hardened hammer, receiver, tangs, lever and triggers. Scroll-engraved receiver with floral embellishments. Checkered walnut fore-end and pistolgrip. Target-style Schuetzen butt plate with cheek piece. Top of breech marked J. STEVENS A. & T. CO. CHICOPEE FALLS MASS. U.S.A. PAT. APRIL 17. 94.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel and receiver retaining approximately 97-99% finish thinning to gray. Vibrant color case-hardening. Stock excellent retaining approximately 98% original varnish. Small chip on left side of stock at end of upper tang. Minor dings in checkering on right pistolgrip.
Notes: Manufactured 1896-1898.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Rare U.S. Surcharged Jenks's RI 1808 Flintlock Musket

Lot #364 (Sale Order 314 of 710)

.74 caliber, 43 3/8-inch brown lacquered barrel with three steel bands. Marked US [oval with laurel leaf and T] at breech. Tang stamped with a "V". Flintlock mechanism marked: US/Jenks's/ RI/1812. Steel furniture and buttplate. Walnut stock, the top of wrist with 7/8-inch diameter shallow hole, possibly for a peep sight, now removed. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts. A rare War of 1812 period martial weapon.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. Wood with wear and minor dents and scratches.
Notes: Approximately 3,925 of this model were manufactured.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Triangular Socket Bayonet

Lot #365 (Sale Order 315 of 710)

16 1/2-inch triangular blade with right side of shank marked: 30. Locking ring on collar. Consignor reports that bayonet fits a Jenks flintlock musket.
Condition: Very good. Metal showing grey age patina and scattered light pitting.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Unmarked Triangular Socket Bayonet

Lot #366 (Sale Order 316 of 710)

15 1/2-inch triangular blade with twist-lock collar. No locking ring. Consignor reports that bayonet fits a Jenks flintlock musket.
Condition: Good. Metal with age wear and patina with scattered light pitting overall.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Triangular Socket Bayonet

Lot #367 (Sale Order 317 of 710)

15 3/4-inch triangular blade with twist-lock collar. Side of shank marked: 1/83. No locking ring.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Unmarked 18th-Century Triangular Socket Bayonet

Lot #368 (Sale Order 318 of 710)

13 1/2-inch unmarked triangular blade with raised median ridge and flat bottom. Twist-lock collar. No locking ring.
Condition: Good. Metal with age patina, evidence of sharpening and scattered pitting overall. Minor crack present in collar.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Fine Maynard Second Model Breech-Loading Carbine

Lot #369 (Sale Order 319 of 710)

Serial no. 18718, .50 caliber, 20-inch blued barrel with standard sights. Case-hardened frame, serpentine lever and buttplate. Saddle ring and bar. Varnished walnut stock with GWP and JM inspector cartouches.
Condition: Excellent with slight wear present. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood excellent with minor storage marks. Crisp cartouches and excellent mechanics.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare and Exceptional Palmer W. Palmer Breech-Loading Bolt Action Saddle Ring Carbine by E.G. Lamson

Lot #370 (Sale Order 320 of 710)

.50 rimfire caliber, 20-inch barrel with single band and two-position folding-leaf rear sight. Blued finish. Breech marked: m Palmer/Patent/Dec. 22, 1863. Case-hardened barrel band, hammer, lock, triggerguard and buttplate. Lock meaked: U.S/E.G. Lamson & Co. /Windsor, Vt. Fire-blued screws. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stock with crisp MM inspector cartouche. One of the finest examples of this model in existence.
Condition: Excellent to mint with only slight fading and wear to case-hardening on triggerguard and buttplate, otherwise mint.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine and Rare Sharps Model 1863 Breech-Loading Percussion Sporting Rifle with Special Order Heavywei

Lot #371 (Sale Order 321 of 710)

Serial no. 159401, .36 caliber percussion, 33-inch. heavyweight octagonal barrel, standard maker and patent date on right side of case-hardened breech; standard Lawrence patent marking on automatic primer system on lock, and Lawrence marking on rear barrel sight base; double set triggers; front sight within hood on steel base dovetailed at muzzle; blued barrel, standard ladder style rear sights. Varnished select walnut stocks; pewter fore-end. Weight: 18 lbs.
Condition: Excellent. 98% blue on barrel, minor patina at face of muzzle; 75% case-hardening, fading, with balance gray and brown; 90% varnish on stocks, with storage nicks and marks; crack at wrist from rear of upper tang and small chip wood missing; small wood repair or reglue at right side of fore-end. Front sight tube slight bent, and reblued. Addendum: This rifle has been rebarreled [barrel is serial no. 38101]
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Custom Gold-Inlaid Sharps Borschardt Sporting Rifle

Lot #372 (Sale Order 322 of 710)

Unserialized. .45-70 caliber, 30-inch barrel with dovetailed "hunting" front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Double gold-inlaid bands at muzzle and wire scrolls at breech and on top of frame. Gold-inlaid wire scrolls and borders on both sides and bottom of frame. Serpentine lever. Blued finish. Set-trigger. Checkered deluxe walnut wide fore-end and pistolgrip buttstock with shotgun butt. Vacant silver oval escutcheon in bottom of buttstock.
Condition: Excellent as reconfigured and refinished. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with slight wear present. Wood excellent with a few minor dents and scratches on fore-end. Action excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Peabody "French Contract" Single-Shot Rifle

Lot #373 (Sale Order 323 of 710)

Unserialized, 11MM, 33-inch blued barrel. Original military-style stepped open rear sight graduated to 1300 meters. Barley corn front sight/bayonet mount. Austrian Crown V proof and inspector marks. Case-hardened receiver, lock and lever. Walnut stock with WC cartouche in oval on left of grip. Case-hardened butt plate. Original wiping rod.
Condition: Excellent retaining approximately 95% blue. Light wear at muzzle and behind rear sight. Approximately 95% bright case-hardening on receiver. Stock excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*.303 Savage Factory Engraved Savage 99-A Lever Action Rifle

Lot #374 (Sale Order 324 of 710)

Serial number 29100; .303 Savage caliber; 26" barrel; fitted with Lyman fold-up rear peep sight; standard markings, receiver sides feature bank note scroll engraving surrounding wildlife scene in tondo. The left side of the receiver features a wounded elk; the right features a running doe. Further scroll-engraving is found on the trigger guard. Pistol-gripped stock and fore-end are walnut, while the buttplate is crecent shaped steel. Sold with a copy of a research letter from Arms Historian J.T. Callahan attesting to the authenticity of the engraving.
Condition: Very Good. Metal showing 70-80% bluing with substantial finish loss to bottom of receiver, front of triggerguard, and top of receiver and barrel; mottling of barrel finish. Some spotting on barrel. Stock shows some dents in checkering on fore-end; numerous small dings and dents to buttstock.
Estimate: 5500 - 7500

Large Collection of Scarce Nevada Comstock Lode Mining and Banking Related Ephemera c 1869-1900

Lot #375 (Sale Order 325 of 710)

An incredible collection of over 200 individual items of Banking or Railroad collector interest including Nevada State Government correspondence, San Francisco Assay Office reports from 1869, Carson City Bank Checks from 1870s, Receipts from Carson and Colorado R.R. Compnay as well as Receipts and Illustrated Bill Heads from Wells, Fargo & Co's Express, Carson City U.S. Mint, Carson City and San Francisco merchants and the Ophir Silver Mining Company. Included are rare Carson City bank checks with Internal Revenue Stamps, Western Union telegrams and early Nevada Railroad records. Overall, an extremely rare and important grouping of Comstock era Mining, Banking and Express Documents.
Condition: All very good to excellent with age wear and discoloration to some items.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Scarce Original Wells Fargo & Co Express Treasure Box

Lot #376 (Sale Order 326 of 710)

Perhaps the most recognizable Wells Fargo collectible, the original treasure box, with dove-tailed corners and steel hardware. The front with painted legend: Wells Fargo & Co. Dark green finish. Harness leather straps. Interior with faint J.Y. Ayer maker stencil. Illegible agent marking on left end. Size: 10-inches X 12-inches x 20 inches.
Condition: Very good for this item. Showing heavy wear, cracks and wear to finish. Faint traces of previous red paint visible on interior and some cracks [possibly remaining from previous American Express use]. Leather handles intact.
Estimate: 9000 - 12000

Rare U.S. Smith & Wesson First Model Schofield Wells Fargo & Express Marked Single Action Revolver

Lot #377 (Sale Order 327 of 710)

Serial no. 784, .45 caliber, 5-inch barrel, the right side of frame stamped: W.F. & Co. Ex. Re-nickeled finish. Likely refinished and cut to 5-inches by Bannerman or Schuyler, Hartley & Graham in New York when sold at surplus by the U.S. Army in 1880. Case-hardened hammer. Blued trigger and barrel hinge screw. Butt marked: U.S. Handsome and scarce after market checkered celluloid grips.
Condition: Fine as refinished. Retaining approximately 98-100% re-nickeled finish with scattered light wear and minor scratches. Light tracking line present. Hammer retaining vibrant case-hardening. Grips with light wear and patina. Mechanically tight and crisp.
Estimate: 5500 - 7500

*Rare Wells-Fargo Marked Colt Single Action Revolver Together with Factory Letter

Lot #378 (Sale Order 328 of 710)

Serial no. 307005, .45 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel with single-line Hartford address. Early-style hammer. Rampant Colt hard rubber grips. Butt stamped: W.F. & Co. Sold together with two Colt factory letters confirming configuration and stating: "W.F. & Co. engraved on the butt of the revolver. Wells Fargo Company, New York, New York, c/o W.M. Ashton/October 19, 1908". Shipped in a lot of 12. Letter with remarks stating: "Mr. Ashton was in charge of the Supply Department for Wells Fargo from 1888 until 1910".
Condition: Very good to fine. Retaining approximately 20-30% finish, now fading to plum brown, mixed with aged patina. Minor pitting present near muzzle and on topstrap. Grips with moderate wear and marks. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Wells-Fargo & Co. Express Marked Ithaca Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #378A (Sale Order 329 of 710)

Serial no. 256513, 12 gauge, 24-inch barrels with textured rib. Left side of frame marked: W.F. & Co.Ex. 550. Extractors. Low-profile hammers. Heavy breech. Double triggers. Checkered walnut stocks. Hard rubber buttplate.
Condition: Very good to fine. Retaining approximately 75-80% finish now faded to plum brown with wear to relief edges. Wood refinished and showing scattered dents and bruises. Bright bores.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Original Wells Fargo & Co. Express Box Padlock with Key

Lot #379 (Sale Order 330 of 710)

The brass padlock marked: J.H.W. Climax, New York. Self-closing spring-loaded keyhole cover with relief marking: W.F. & Co. Together with original key. Lanyard ring at bottom. These locks were used to secure the Wells Fargo strong boxes and were often attached to the boxes with a chain to prevent loss.
Condition: Excellent with mellow age patina. Lock functions perfectly.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Original Wells Fargo & Co. Express Horse Blanket

Lot #380 (Sale Order 331 of 710)

The olive drab coarse wool blanket with red and teal stripes with legend Wells Fargo & Company Express, numbered 3372 at bottom. Size: 81-inches X 88 inches. A truly rare Wells Fargo accessory item.
Condition: Very good for this type of item with minor wear, holes, soiling and tiny repairs present.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Original Wells Fargo & Co. Express Glass Paperweight

Lot #381 (Sale Order 332 of 710)

The domed glass paperweight, with red, white and blue call sign image and labeled: Kansas City/June 22-23, 1908. Back is signed three times by G.H. Reed and dated 6/22/08. Size: 4 1/8-inches in diameter.
Condition: Very good to excellent with minor fading of colors.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Lot of Assorted Wells Fargo & Co. Express-Related Items

Lot #382 (Sale Order 333 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Brass wax sealer reading: Wells Fargo & Co. Express #2/Hoehnes, Colo. 2) Another similar sealer marked: Wells Fargo & Co. Express/Mabank, Texas. 3) Unmarked glass oil bottle. 4) 9 Assorted lead W.F. & Co. bag seals [6 with accompanying strings].
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light wear and patina. Brass seals with fine dents and scratches.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot of Two Wells-Fargo Express & Co. Bag Sealers

Lot #383 (Sale Order 334 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Seal reading: W.F. & Co. EX.. Inside of handle marked: APEX. 2) Seal reading: W.F. & Co. EX. Handle marked: Morrill/Reg. U.S. Pat. Off./Pat May 6, 1902/12.
Condition: Both showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Wells Fargo & Co. Express "Paid" Wax Sealer

Lot #384 (Sale Order 335 of 710)

Metal stamp reading: "Wells Fargo & Co./*PAID*". Wooden handle.
Condition: Showing light wear and patina.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Rare Original 1902 Wells Fargo & Co. Express Silver 50th Anniversary Medallion

Lot #385 (Sale Order 336 of 710)

Obverse with stagecoach and Pony Express motif with riband reading Wells Fargo & Company. Reverse with ship and train motif with riband reading: 1852/March 18th/1902/Express and Banking/Fidelity. One of only 50 known.
Condition: Very good. A few minor edge knocks present but high points are sharp and crisp. Light patina.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Lot of Four Wells Fargo & Co. Express Service Pins and One Employee Medal

Lot #386 (Sale Order 337 of 710)

Comprising: 1) One buttonhole pin with the Wells Fargo call sign logo. Back of pin marked: Whitehead & Hoag & Co./Newark, N.J. 2) Three cloisonne Wells Fargo service pins; one of five years service, one for 10 years service and one rare Cuban 20-year "Jubilee" pin. All are screwback lapel pins. 3) Wells-Fargo & Co's Express/Western Division Employee Medal. The copper coin-type award reading: Presented by Jon J. Valentine/President/ For Faithful & Loyal /Service To The Company During/Times of Pressure/& Hardship.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Original Wells Fargo & Co. Express Agent Stationery Cabinet

Lot #387 (Sale Order 338 of 710)

Of oak construction, the desktop stationery cabinet having mail and stationery cubicles. Top of cabinet with stencil reading: Wells Fargo & Co. Exp. Inner side of door with remnants of Wells Fargo document. Back of cabinet with black inscription: Shreveport, La. Size: 24 1/2-inches wide X 30-inches tall X 11 3/4-inches deep.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and patina overall.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Scarce Original Wells Fargo & Co. Express Annual Ball Invitation

Lot #388 (Sale Order 339 of 710)

Text reading: Sixth Annual Ball!/given by the/Drivers/ of the/ Wells, Fargo & Co's Express/At Music Hall/ Monday Evening,/ October 31st, 1892./Music Kraft's Orchestra. Gold gilt horse shoe motif on front with Wells Fargo & Co's/Express. List includes officers, varius committees, Order of dancing, etc. Scalloped edge. Cord hanger.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Contemporary Decorator Wells Fargo & Company Express Metal Call Sign

Lot #389 (Sale Order 340 of 710)

The teal and white enamel call sign with legend: Wells Fargo & Co/Express. Size: 14 inches X 14-inches.
Condition: Good. Showing scattered losses to enamel with rust deposits present.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Original Wells Fargo & Company Express Call Sign Together with a Framed Original Wells Fargo & Co. R

Lot #390 (Sale Order 341 of 710)

The red, white and blue enameled pressed board call sign with steel re-enforcement frame. Legend reading: Wells Fargo & Co. Express/406. Hanging hole at top. Top of sign with penciled name: J.M. Levee/410/135-153 Kearny St. Size: 14-inches X 14-inches. Sold together with framed original Wells Fargo wanted poster reading: REWARD!/Wells Fargo & Co.,/Will Pay a Reward of $250 each for the Arrest and/Conviction of the San Juan Express Robbers./John J. Valentine/General Superintendent./San Francisco, December 17th, 1875. Framed in a gilt frame under glass. Size: 10-inches X 12 -inches.
Condition: 1) Fine to excellent with minor scuffs and wear. 2) Showing minor tears, losses with three small holes and age discoloration.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Original Official 1910 Wells Fargo Tariff Book

Lot #391 (Sale Order 342 of 710)

Contained in a cloth covered binding, the 1910 dated Wells Fargo & Company Express Local Tariff Book No. 26 for California. Lists all rates for express shipping in California. Issued at San Francisco, February 15, 1910. Approximately 250 pages. Directory portion of book not present.
Condition: Good. Cover showing heavy wear and fraying to edges. Paper showing folds, age discoloration and minor tears.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare Wells Fargo & Co. San Francisco 1880 Express Directory

Lot #392 (Sale Order 343 of 710)

An original San Francisco published Wells Fargo Express directory, listing all W.F. & Co. Board of Directors, General officers, superintendents, agents and correspondents. Directory lists all cities and branch offices of Wells Fargo. The front flyleaf has penciled in list of all offices not contained in regular text. Directory also contains a beautiful color route and railroad map, showing all Western stops and stations. A truly rare and useful primary reference for the Wells Fargo collector.
Condition: Very good. Minor fraying to top of spine and age discoloration, otherwise fine.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare 1877 Wells Fargo & Co's Express Agents Tariff Instruction Manual

Lot #393 (Sale Order 344 of 710)

This is essentially the printed operating rules and regulations manual for all W. F. & Co. agents, listing all tariffs and fees by weight and distance. Includes list of officers in front. Published by Winterburn & Co. Printers, 417 Clay St. San Francisco. 100 pages.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Showing light wear and age discoloration.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare Original 1872 Wells Fargo Express Directory

Lot #394 (Sale Order 345 of 710)

Lists directors and officers of company, with all counties, states and principal points serviced by W.F. & Co. Two pages are photostatic copies replacing missing original pages. Published by Bacon & Co. San Francisco.
Condition: Good. Heavy staining to many pages but text still legible. Cover with scuffs and wear, fraying to spine.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Lot of Five Assorted Antique and Vintage Wells-Fargo & Co. Shippers' Receipt Books

Lot #395 (Sale Order 346 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Two Wells, Fargo & Co's Express Shippers' Forwarding Receipt Books, 1895-1900. Both bear the agent name Charles J. Noack. Both contain daily entries and signatures of customers. One example with colorful blue stamps franked with Wells Fargo ink stamp with date of entry. One book marked: Cal [California?] 2) One W.F. & Co. receipt book dated 1914. Last entry with agent name: Chas. Hittle. Most entries are Illinois and Wisconsin. 4) One W.F. & Co. receipt book dated 1912 with only one page of entries. 5) One unused W.F. & Co. receipt book 190_ blank dated on cover.
Condition: All showing wear and age discoloration.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Scarce 1916 Wells Fargo & Co. Express Directory

Lot #396 (Sale Order 347 of 710)

The paperback Third Edition pocket Wells Fargo & Co. Express Official Directory, issued December 15, 1916. Front cover with image of classic W. F. & Co. call sign and steam locomotive. Lists all Wells Fargo offices in U.S. 304 pages.
Condition: Very good with minor stains and light wear overall.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Wells Fargo & Co. Express Personal Notary Seal from the Office of Famed Wells Fargo Detective James

Lot #397 (Sale Order 348 of 710)

The heavy black-enameled cast iron desktop embossing sealer with seal reading: Wells Fargo Express/San Francisco, Ca./James B. Hume/Chief/Detective. Base with holes for mounting to desk.
Condition: Very good. Retaining original finish with scattered wear and patina overall.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Lot of Assorted Wells Fargo Related Booklets and Ephemera

Lot #398 (Sale Order 349 of 710)

Comprising: 1) A handwritten original ledger for the American Express Co. office located in Minonk, Illinois, dated from October 1876 to May 1877. The American Express Co. was formed in 1850 with the merging of Wells Fargo & Co. and Butterfield, Wasson & Company; Wells was the first president, Fargo was the secretary and Butterfield was the line superintendent. Ledger book dated 1876 and is almost full of entries from Illinois, Wisconsin, New York, Kansas, Ohio and other states. 2) Original Wells Fargo Register of Way-bills forwarded dated 1880. Most entries for California. About half filled with entries, the remainder blank pages. Cloth cover with oilcloth spine. 3) Original Wells Farge & Co. Express Statement Book dated 189_. Blank pages, never used. Black & white marbleized cover. 4) Wells Fargo Messenger Publication dated 1914. The company's public relations magazine, containing articles on history of Wells Fargo and related subjects. Color illustrated cover and photographs of Wells Fargo related people and places. 5) San Francisco 1915 Wells Fargo guidebook for the Pan-American Exposition. Contains a color fold-out map of the Exposition and thumbnail tourist travel notes on the city of San Francisco. 6) Five blank original Wells Fargo way-bill tags. 7)Five assorted antique cancelled Wells Fargo envelopes.
Condition: All items good to very good, most showing heavy wear with minor tears, soiling and age discoloration.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot of Assorted Wells Fargo Ephemera

Lot #399 (Sale Order 350 of 710)

Comprising 41 items, including way-bills, way-bill tags, post cards, letterheads, deposit slips, tariff notices, 3 orange W. F. & Co. Express tags from Shasta, California; employment application; illustrated collection envelopes; Christmas labels; remitters receipts; commemorative stamps; brochures; 1912 dated account card and other items. All contained in a black three-ring binder.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with age wear and discoloration.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Scarce Mexican War Era U.S. Army Certificate of Merit Awarded to Private John Douston, Co. H., Regim

Lot #400 (Sale Order 351 of 710)

The original parchment Certificate of Merit, issued to Private John Douston, Company H, 3rd Regiment of Artillery, for services rendered the United States on September 12 & 13, 1847. Issued on November 25th,1848. Signed by the then Secretary of War, William Marcy. Size: Certificate: 9 1/2-inches X 15-inches. Outer dimensions of matte: 16 1/4-inches x 21 7/8-inches. Sold together with letter of provenance from the owner, stating history of item and its historical importance. The Mexican War broke out during James Polk's term in office, May 13, 1846 to May 30, 1848. An Act of Congress established the original Certificate of Merit on March 3, 1847. It was awarded to 545 U.S. Army soldiers during the Mexican War for gallantry in action and conspicuous military service. The first Certificates were authorized for Privates only. From 1854 they were awarded to Non-Commissioned Officers as well. This Certificate was also awarded in peacetime for particular acts of heroism. A Certificate of Merit Medal was authorized January 11, 1905 to be worn by any holder of the Certificate of Merit. The medal was discontinued on July 9, 1918 by a special Act of congress and was followed by the Distinguished Service Medal. The Distinguished Service Cross eventually replaced the Medal. The Certificate of Merit is considered to be the United States second oldest award for meritorious service. The first was the Badge of Military Merit, instituted by George Washington on August 7, 1782. It fell into disuse after the Revolutionary War. The Certificate of Merit and the subsequent Distinguished Service Medal and Distinguished Service Cross were followed by the Navy Medal of Valor, introduced on December 21, 1861. President Abraham Lincoln signed it into law, the Congress then authorizing the Army Medal of Honor on July 12, 1862. In order of precedence, although the Certificate of Merit became obsolete and was ultimately replaced by the Dist
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Replica Paterson-Style Beveled Lid Case with Accessories

Lot #401 (Sale Order 352 of 710)

Lined to accommodate 7 1/2-inch Colt Dragoon revolver with accessories. Case of varnished mahogany, lined in burgundy velvet, with cavities for cylinder, flask, bullet mold and can of percussion caps; the period plunger flask with embossed copper alloy body, with stand of arms and flags, with crossed Paterson Colt rifles and pair of revolvers, and banner at bottom, COLTS PATENT, two triangular carrying rings, and pivoting lid at top marked COLTS/PATENT; blued steel mold with COLTS/PATENT on sprue cutter; can of Eley Bros. caps (replica), key on old chain with brass tag, and L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench. Case measuring 15 1/8- x 6 7/8- x 2 3/8-inches.
Condition: Condition: Replica case very good to fine, with wear and mars; relined, accessories good; mold with pitting and dark patina.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

U.S. Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver Inscribed Quantrell, 1863

Lot #402 (Sale Order 353 of 710)

Serial no. 10775, .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel with German silver front sight and New York City address. Brass triggerguard assembly, the left side stamped "F". Walnut grips. Left and right grip inspector's cartouches are worn but legible and seven shallow notches [kills/]. Butt faintly inscribed: Quantrell/1863.
Condition: Very good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. 75-80% cylinder scene. Grips with light wear and patina. Quantrell inscription possibly spurious. No provenance available. Action very good.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

U.S. Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot #403 (Sale Order 354 of 710)

Serial no. 13675, .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel marked: Address Sam Colt New York City. Blued finish. Standard etched cylinder scene with legend: U.S. Dragoons/Colt's Patent. Case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer. Left side of frame marked: Colt's /Patent/U.S. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Letter "K" inspector stamp on right side of trigger guard assembly. Letter "V" on left side of triggerguard. One-piece walnut grips with faint LH cartouche on left grip and faint partial cartouche on right grip.
Condition: Fine. Barrel and barrel lug retaining approximately 30-40% finish, primarily on sides of lug and under the barrel. 100% cylinder scene. Loading lever, frame and hammer retaining approximately 50-60% case-hardening with areas of vivid color remaining. Triggerguard and gripstrap assembly are polished brass. Grips very good to excellent with minor period repair splice to front of left grip. Minor dents and bruises. Action tight and crisp. A fine overall example.
Estimate: 25000 - 30000

Civilian Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot #404 (Sale Order 355 of 710)

Serial no. 19511, .44 caliber, 8-inch barrel marked: Address Saml Colt New York City. Numeral "2" stamped on left side of lug near frame. Standard cylinder scene with etched legend: Model U.S.M.R/Colt's Patent. Left side of frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Left side of triggerguard stamped "G". Butt of gripstrap crudely inscribed: M Price. One-piece walnut grips. Right grip carved with 6 fine line notches.
Condition: Very good. Metal showing dark brown age patina with scattered traces of blue finish remaining in protected areas, the majority faded to plum brown. Brass with light age patina. Grips very good to excellent with a few minor dents and bruises. Action excellent. A handsome and appealing example.
Estimate: 27500 - 30000

Original Mexican-Loop Holster and Cartridge Belt by G.C. Gallup Saddlery, Pueblo, Colorado, c.1880s

Lot #405 (Sale Order 356 of 710)

Beautifully floral hand-tooled brown leather Mexican double loop style holster with top loop marked: G.C. Gallup/Saddlery/Pueblo/Co. Chamois lining. Made for a Colt 4 3/4-inch single action. Matching money belt style cartridge belt with 48 .44-45 caliber cartridge loops. Billet marked: S.C. Gallup/Saddlery/Pueblo. 34-36-inches long. Difficult to find 19th century gun rigs in this superior condition.
Condition: Both are very good to excellent with scattered light wear overall. Leather soft and pliable. Minor seam repairs.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Cased Factory-Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #406 (Sale Order 357 of 710)

Serial no. 113522 [with "I" below], .31 caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with top flat engraved: "Saml Colt". Factory scroll-engraved throughout. Left side of frame engraved: Colt's/Patent. Blued finish. Nickel-plated triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Factory ivory grips. Contained in original burgundy velvet-lined partitioned mahogany case with eagle powder flask and two-cavity Colt's Patent brass two-cavity bullet mold.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel and cylinder retaining approximately 50-60% finish with scattered spotting, wear and age patina. Strong cylinder scene with minor spots of pitting present. Hammer, lever and frame retaining strong traces of case-hardening. Gripstrap assembly retaining approximately 60-65% finish with light wear overall. Grips excellent. Action tight and crisp. Case with light wear overall; minor burn spot on right front side of lid. Key escutcheon missing. Partitions good. Minor spot wear and fading to lining. Old crack in bottom of case. Accessories with wear and patina.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare Factory Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with Factory Carved "Dragoon" Patte

Lot #407 (Sale Order 358 of 710)

Serial no.116979 [with dot below], .31 caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with top flat engraved "Saml Colt". Factory scroll-engraved throughout, including loading lever. Engraved screws. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Rare factory ivory grips with left grip bearing the high relief-engraved bust image of a U.S. Dragoon. This pattern is considered rare and seldom encountered.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 30-35% finish, primarily on triggerguard and gripstrap assembly, the remaining areas with grey-brown age patina. Wedge and wedge screw are period replacements. Cylinder retaining approximately 60-65% scene with wear and patina present. Grips showng light wear with minor age cracks and patina. Action needing repair as cylinder does not advance when hammer is cocked.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Factory-Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #408 (Sale Order 359 of 710)

Serial no. 124522, .31 caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with inscribed address: "Saml Colt". Scroll-engraved florals throughout with typical wolf's heads on hammer and dog's head on barrel lug. "Colt's Patent" inscribed on left side of frame. Case-hardened lever, hammer and frame. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Letter "I" stamped below number indicating factory ivory grips which are present. .
Condition: Very good to fine. Barrel, cylinder and frame showing grey-brown age patina. Cylinder retaining approximately 80-85% scene with scattered wear. Gripstrap assembly retaining 85-90% finish with light wear to relief edges. Grips excellent with light wear and patina. Action excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Custom-Engraved and Gold-Inlaid Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver with Associated Case and

Lot #409 (Sale Order 360 of 710)

Serial no. 255040, .31 caliber, 6-inch octagonal barrel. Custom floral scroll-engraved overall. Gold-inlaid line borders and banding on lug, frame, hammer and cylinder. Blued finished, Scroll-engraved brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly with rocker-engraved borders. Varnished walnut grips. Contained in associated, non-factory partitioned mahogany case with flask; two-cavity brass mold; cap tin and shot. Key present.
Condition: Excellent as refinished and reconfigured. Retaining 98-100% reblued finish. Brass elements polished bright. Grips retaining approximately 85-90% finish with wear to relief edges. Action good. Case and accessories good to excellent.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Cased Custom Engraved Colt 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #410 (Sale Order 361 of 710)

Serial no. 284452. .31 caliber, 6-inch octagonal barrel with single-line New York address. Custom scroll-engraved. Blued finish. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Ivory replacement grips. Contained in original London Colt factory case with unmarked two-cavity bullet mold, unmarked eagle flask, Eley cap tin, L-shaped screwdriver and opened box of shellacked cartridges.
Condition: Very good as custom engraved and refinished. Retaining approximately 85-90% reblued and re-silvered finish with scattered wear and patina. Cylinder engraving refreshed. Grips excellent. Action tight and crisp. Case re-lined and showing some loose partitions. Accessories with wear and patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Original Hand-Tooled California "Slim-Jim" Holster by E.L. Gallatin, Denver, Colorado

Lot #411 (Sale Order 362 of 710)

The left-handed floral hand-tooled black leather "slim-jim" holster with single belt loop, the reverse marked: E.L. Gallatin/Maker/Denver. Appears to be for a Colt Model 1851 Navy percussion revolver.
Condition: Very good. Scattered light surface checking to leather with even wear overall. Belt loop with period repair at top.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Original Unmarked California "Slim-Jim" Holster, c.1850s-60s

Lot #412 (Sale Order 363 of 710)

Of smooth black leather, having fine, decorative two-line border stitching. Made for the Colt Model 1851 Navy percussion revolver. Chamois lining. Single belt loop on back.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Belt loop a period replacement. Minor wear to edges and chamois lining.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Original U.S. Ordnance Department Letter to Elisha Colt Concerning the Order of 500 Colt's Pist

Lot #413 (Sale Order 364 of 710)

Single page of text written on lavender two-leaf stationery. Text reads: "Ordnance Office/ Washington, Decr. 22nd 1851/ Elisha Colt Esqr./Atty. of S Colt./Hartford Conn./Sir/The account transmitted in/your letter of the 19th inst. for 500/Colt's pistols etc. has been sent/to the Treasury and the sum/of 12,336.60, requested to/ be remitted to you; being $500/less than the amount stated/on the account; the difference/arising from an over charge/of $1 per pistol, Instead of /$24, they were charged at/$25./I am, respfly/Barnhardt/(By Order) W. Maquadier/Capt./Address the office as usual"
Condition: Excellent with minor creases and age wear. Crisp writing. Very displayable.
Estimate: 400 - 500

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Steel Triggerguard and Gripstrap Assembly

Lot #414 (Sale Order 365 of 710)

Serial no. 100732, .36 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with Hartford address. Left side of frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Letter "G" stamped on left side of triggerguard. Large triggerguard. Scarce steel triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Metal with dark grey age patina with slight traces of nickel finish remaining in protected areas. Cylinder scene faint but present, showing scattered dents, one spot of heavy pitting and minor scratches. Grips retaining approximately 80-85% varnish with wear to relief edges and minor marks. Action good.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Colt Deluxe Model 1855 Revolving Percussion Shotgun

Lot #415 (Sale Order 366 of 710)

Serial no. 940, 10 gauge, 30-inch barrel with steel under-rib. Side hammer. Topstrap marked: Col. Colt Hartford Ct. U.S.A. 5-shot cylinder with lever rammer. Scroll-type trigger guard. Deluxe walnut fore-end with brass cap and oval German silver wedge escutcheons. Checkered deluxe walnut buttstock with shotgun butt and steel buttplate. Wooden ramrod with brass ball tip.
Condition: Good to vey good for this model. Metal showing dark age patina with scattered wear and light pitting, Wood excellent with a few minor dents and blemishes. Action very good.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare Prototype Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver with Mershon & Hollingsworth Cocking Device

Lot #416 (Sale Order 367 of 710)

Serial no. 3803, .44 caliber. Standard cylinder and 7 1/2-inch barrel with New York markings. Custom brass frame with case-hardened hammer and oil-finished walnut grips. Right side of frame with circular German silver fitting inscribed: Mershon & Hollingsworth/Sept. 8th 1863. Left side of frame fitted with wheel-shaped steel panel cocking device with folding rim. Evidently designed to create a self-cocking revolver similar to the later British Fosbery revolver. Rear of frame with fire-blued lever engaging the hammer and evidently serving as a safety. Elongated hammer.
Condition: Fine. Barrel retains 90% plus blue finish mixed with brown patina. Cylinder retaining much blue finish.
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Factory-Engraved Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #417 (Sale Order 368 of 710)

Serial no.163678 [with letter "E" below], .44 caliber, 8-inch barrel with New york address. Factory scroll-engraved. Left side of frame engraved: Colt's/Patent. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Factory ivory grips.
Condition: Good to very good. Metla showing a grey-brown age patina, Cylinder retaining traces of scene with minor dents and pitting present. Brass with light patina. Grips with some shrinkage and showing mellow age cracks and patina. Action good.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce and Exceptional Civilian Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #418 (Sale Order 369 of 710)

Serial no. 22066, .36 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel with German silver blade type front sight. New York City address. Blued finish. Case-hardened loading lever, hammer and frame. Frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Standard cylinder scene. Nickel-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Left side of triggerguard stamped: "N". Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 60-65% finish with scattered light wear and patina. Vibrant case-hardening remaining on lever, hammer and frame. 100% cylinder scene with minor tracking line present. Triggerguard and gripstrap assembly retaining 15-20% finish, primarily in protected areas. Screws retaining bright blue finish. Grips near mint with a few minor marks. Action tight and crisp. Overall, a superior example of this model.
Notes: Manufactured in 1864. Approximately 38,000 of this model were produced.
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Custom Engraved Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver

Lot #419 (Sale Order 370 of 710)

Serial no. 20040, .36 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel. Custom scroll-engraved in the white. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished deluxe walnut grips. Contained in associated burgundy velvet non-factory partitioned case.
Condition: Fine as re-configured and custom engraved. Grips excellent. Case refinished and re-configured. Lining with light wear.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver Inscribed: C.B.H. Jackson

Lot #420 (Sale Order 371 of 710)

Serial no. 20909 [with "L" below], .36 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel with New York address. Blued finish. Left side of frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Left side of triggerguard marked: 8. Fluted cylinder. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Backstrap inscribed in script: C.B.H. Jackson. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good as partially refinished. Retaining approximately 60-70% finish, the blue portion an old refinish of thin martial blue, the remaining area with age patina. Triggerguard and gripstrap assembly retaining approximately 70-75% finish with wear and patina to relief edges. Grips retaining approximately 85-90% finish with minor chips, dents and bruises. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Rare Henry Nettleton Inspected U.S. Army Colt Cavalry Model Martial Single Action Revolver with Uni

Lot #421 (Sale Order 372 of 710)

Serial no. 48736, .45 caliber, 7 1/2-inch blued barrel with address reading: Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co. Hartford, Ct. U.S. Bottom of barrel marked: P/N.H. Case-hardened frame and hammer. Left side of frame marked: U.S. Right side of triggerguard stamped with a star, signifying a return to factory for repair or alteration. Bottom of frame and gripstrap assembly stamped: H.N. Period replacement one-piece walnut grips with faint, illegible cartouche. Sold together with an original letter from Colt author and expert John A. Kopec. Text relates how this revolver once had a later replacement barrel and the owner, knowing that Kopec did repairs on Colt single actions, wrote inquiring if he might have a Henry Nettleton marked barrel to replace the incorrect barrel now on the revolver. As luck would have it, Kopec had the actual original barrel with correct serial number that had once been on this exact firearm, a once in a lifetime coincidence. The original barrel was once more united with the gun. Kopec was also able to determine that this revolver was more than likely one of a group that were issued to the State militias of Missouri or Kansas. A unique and interesting martial Colt single action.
Condition: Very good. Barrel and ejector rod housing retaining approximately 75-80% finish with scattered wear and one spot of heavy pitting on top, near breech. Frame and hammer retaining much case-hardening with areas of vibrant color remaining. Cylinder with grey patina but retaining blue finish in flutes. Gripstrap assembly retaining strong traces of blue finish mixed with grey patina. Grips very good to excellent with minor wear and marks. Tiny chip present at toe of left grip. Mechanically tight and crisp. A rare and fine Henry Nettleton martial Colt single action with interesting and unique history.
Notes: Manufactured in 1878
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Scarce Colt Frontier Six-Shooter Single Action Revolver with Etched Panel

Lot #422 (Sale Order 373 of 710)

Serial no. 51346, .44-40 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel with Hartford address and etched side panel reading: Colt Frontier Six-Shooter. Early style ejector rod button and hammer. Blued finish. Walnut grips. Contained in a contemporary brown leather slim-jim style holster by Frank Costanza, Stevensville, Montana.
Condition: Good as refinished. Retaining approximately 25-30% of an old reblue with remaining areas showing grey patina overall. Barrel address refreshed. Etched panel with wear but still very legible. Slight traces of old nickel finish remaining on triggerguard and in some protected areas. Grips excellent. Action very good. Holster near mint with light wear present.
Estimate: 4000 - 5500

Colt Single Action Revolver

Lot #423 (Sale Order 374 of 710)

Serial no. 179854,.45 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel, the side marked: Colt Single Action Army .45, Nickel-plated barrel and cylinder. Chrome-plated ejector rod housing, frame and gripstrap assembly. Right side of frame faintly inscribed: L.S. Peters. Pearl grips.
Condition: Very good as partially refinished. Barrel and cylinder are later replacements, retaining approximately 95-98% finish with scattered light wear and fine scratches. Ejector rod housing, hammer, frame and gripstrap assembly are rechromed with scattered patches of fine pitting visible beneath finish. Grips with tiny chip at top of right grip and old crack repair to left grip. Action excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*Fine Colt Bisley Single Action Army Revolver, c. 1905

Lot #424 (Sale Order 375 of 710)

Serial no. 264601, .38-40 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel with standard maker and address marking; Bisley and caliber marking on left side of barrel; two-line, three-patent date marking on left side of frame with rampant colt logo within circle; blue and case-hardened; checkered hard rubber Colt medallion grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue; 90% case-hardening, fading; cylinder 75% blue, balance turning brown, with tracking lines; minor wear. Grips fine.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

*Colt Bisley Single Action Revolver Together with Colt Factory Letter

Lot #425 (Sale Order 376 of 710)

Serial no. 269088, .38-40 caliber, 4 3/4-inch barrel with two-line Hartford address and rolled legend reading: (Bisley Model) 38 W.C.F. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and frame. Rampant Colt hard rubber grips. Sold with factory letter confirming configuration and noting gun shipped to Simmons Hardware Company, St. Louis, Missouri, August 18, 1905 in a shipment of 20.
Condition: Good. Retaining approximately 10-15% thinning blue finish, primarily on barrel and in protected areas. Remaining areas with grey-brown age patina with minor spots of pitting on cylinder, recoil shield and ejector-rod housing. Grips with scattered wear and fine scratches. Action good.
Estimate: 2000 - 2500

London Colt Model 1878 Double Action Revolver

Lot #426 (Sale Order 377 of 710)

Serial no. 10466, .455 Eley caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel with London address. Blued finish. Fire-blued trigger. Checkered walnut grips with lanyard ring.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 70-75% finish with scattered patches of flaking and wear present. Grips with light wear. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Deluxe Colt Medium Frame Lightning Slide Action Rifle

Lot #427 (Sale Order 378 of 710)

Serial no. 21600, .32 W.C.F. caliber, 26-inch browned octagonal barrel with combination folding Beech-type front sight, blanked mid-sight and tang-mounted, Lyman no. 15, flip-up rear peep sight. Blued open-top frame with crisp rampant Colt logo on left side. Case-hardened hammer. Fire-blued adjustable trigger. Sliding safety in triggerguard. Finely checkered deluxe marble-grained walnut fore-end and pistol-grip stock with vacant oval escutcheon on bottom side of buttstock. Crescent butt. Bright bore.
Condition: Excellent as partially refinished. Barrel and magazine retaining 95-98% rebrowned finish with a tiny area of wear and pitting on right side of barrel near muzzle. Frame, triggerguard and buttplate retaining approximately 70-80% bright blue finish with wear to relief edges, bottom of frame and gripstrap. Buttplate with case-hardening fading to plum and light wear to edges. Wood excellent with scattered wear and minor marks.
Notes: Manufactured in 1887
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Colt Third Model Single-Shot Derringer

Lot #428 (Sale Order 379 of 710)

Serial no. 19039, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel. Nickel-plated brass frame. Case-hardened hammer. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 65-75% finish with scattered wear and age patina. Minor scratches present. Light pitting on barrel. Grips with light wear. Action good.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Colt First Variation, Late Issue,Third Model Derringer

Lot #429 (Sale Order 380 of 710)

Serial no. 45708, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued barrel with italized "Colt" legend. Nickel-plated brass frame. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Varnished rosewood bird's head grip.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with light wear to relief edges and a few fine scratches preesent. Hammer retaining faded case-hardening. Grips with light wear. Frame screw slightly marred.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

*Cased Pair of Colt Lord and Lady Deringer Pistols

Lot #430 (Sale Order 381 of 710)

Serial no. 51961DER and Serial no. 51962DER. .22 caliber. Of typical configuration, within a wooden case lined with red felt.
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

*Colt Model 1911 Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol withTwo Extra Magazines, Cleaning Brush

Lot #431 (Sale Order 382 of 710)

Serial no. 138771, .45 caliber, 5-inch barrel. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring. Sold together with two period magazines, a cleaning brush and contained in a simulated alligator hide travel bag with zip closure.
Condition: Very good to excellent with a few fine scratches present. Accessories very good with light wear present.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare and Historic Cased Metropolitan Arms Co. Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver Attributed to Fa

Lot #432 (Sale Order 383 of 710)

Serial no. 3240, .36 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Floral scroll-engraved. Silver-plated finish. Fire-blued wedge. Ivory grips. Contained in rose velvet-lined partitioned mahogany casing, together with shell pattern flask, Eley Bros. cap tin, original blued two-cavity bullet mold with integral sprue cutter, "L"-shaped nipple wrench and original rare O.C. Sage .36 caliber wooden cartridge block. Key included. Sold together with extensive provenance file on Carson, Beale and Walter, the alleged previous owners of the revolver by family tradition.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered wear to cylinder and relief edges. Grips with mellow age patina. Flask with age patina and dents. Cartridge bock with bullets exposed and wear to edges of label. Cap tin excellent with light wear and minor losses to label. Bullet mold excellent with light wear present. Interior of case with wear, soiling and minor tears to lining. Lock needs repair. Exterior of case with fine scratches.
Notes: American frontiersman Kit Carson needs no introduction, but Edward Fitzgerald Beale was also a great American. A frontiersman in his own right, Beale also served in the Mexican War with Carson in California. During the battle of Pasqual, he and Carson came to the rescue of Stephen W. Kearny by crawling through enemy lines to get help. Beale was also the first to bring news to the East of the California gold strike. In 1852, Beale was appointed Superintendent of Indian Affairs of California and Nevada. He is perhaps the best remembered for short-lived experiment in 1857 with the advent of the U.S. Camel Corps while conducting surveys in the southwest. In 1876, he briefly served as minister to Austria-Hungary. The U.S. government immortalized him by naming Beale Air Force base in his honor. As a lifetime friend of Carson he was the recipient of more than one firearm from the noted scout. Bo
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Rare Jennings Breech-Loading Single-Shot Riflec.1850-51

Lot #432A (Sale Order 384 of 710)

Serial no. 2, .54 caliber, 25-inch round barrel with post-type front sight and small pedestal rear sight, Steel ramrod tube. Steel frame with side hammer and loading gate on right side. Pill primer orifice on top of frame. Ring trigger. Walnut buttstock with German silver patchbox. Steel crescent buttplate. Wooden ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey patina with scattered light pitting overall. Wood with light wear and minor marks. Mechanically sound.
Notes: The single-shot Jennings rifles were factory conversions or made from Jennings repeater parts. "Rocket Ball" cartridge loaded through right side of frame; ring trigger operates breech and the automatic pill primer device. Magazine tube made smaller in diameter and used as cleaning rod housing. The Rocket Ball cartridge having insufficient power made the rifle impractical for hunting and military purposes. likely leading to its lack of success and small quantity produced. As many of these were later altered by local gunsmiths to muzzle-loading, they are quite scarce [Flayderman 5K-002]. To operate this unique rifle, the hammer is put on half-cock, the loading port on the right side is opened, the ring trigger is moved forward and the loaded ball is placed by hand on the carrier. The movement of the breech bolt automatically causes a priming pellet to drop from the primer magazine atop the receiver into an opening which adjoins the rear portion of the cartridge when the action is closed. The trigger is then pulled part of the way rearward, which closes the breechbolt and presses the ball into the chamber. When the breechbolt lock pivots upward, locking the breechbolt closed. When the trigger is pulled as far as possible, the trigger engages an extension of the sear when the hammer is placed at full cock, releasing the hammer. An extension on the hammer enters the breechbolt, striking the priming pellet and fir
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Rare and Historic Japanese Marked Henry Model 1860 Repeating Lever Action Rifle Belonging to Swiss

Lot #433 (Sale Order 385 of 710)

Serial no. 8909, .44 caliber, 24-inch barrel with German silver front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Top of barrel and breech marked: Favre-Brandt. Stamped in front of breech: 8909. Brass frame with right side stamped with two sets of Japanese characters that translate to the following: "Niigata Prefecture" [a Japanese province or State in West Central Honshu Island]; "Number 2" [armory or rack number]; "Meiji Era Year 17"[1884]. The second set reading: "Niigata Prefecture", "Number 1860", Meiji Era 17 [1886]. Walnut stock with distinctive bump adjacent the rear sling mount. Sold together with extensive archive on the history of the rifle.
Condition: Very good. Barrel with grey-brown age patina with scattered light pitting present. Frame and butt plate with light age patina. Hammer with minor pitting and patina. Wood excellent for this model with a few minor marks and blemishes.
Notes: The "Favre-Brandt" barrel and breech markings refer to James Favre-Brandt, a 22-year old Swiss citizen that went to Japan as an attach‚ with the Swiss mission of 1863 that tried to established trade relations with that country. A photo copy print of that mission, originally published in the period publication "La Japon Illustre" is included, Favre-Brandt is depicted on the extreme right. A treaty was signed in 1864. Favre-Brandt never returned home and he is buried in Yokohama. He became a major importer of firearms and military supplies. He is known to have sold 1500 French rifles to the Samurai warlords. After the wars, he became close to the highest officials in the new imperial government and possibly knew the Emperor himself. In his book "The Historic Henry Rifle", author Wiley Sword reports that this exact rifle, serial no. 8909, was sold to the Emperor by someone named Paul Barnett. A Barnett connection hasn't been further established but it is possible that it was either a gift or a sale to t
Estimate: 30000 - 50000

Rare Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Musket Together with Rare Socket Bayonet

Lot #435 (Sale Order 386 of 710)

Serial no. 72121, .44 caliber, 27-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and dovetailed open rear sight. Breech marked: 1-1000. Brass frame. Walnut stocks. Brass buttplate with cleaning rod reservoir. Sling mounts. Sold together with rare original socket bayonet.
Condition: Good. Barrel with grey-brown patina and scattered light pitting. Brass with mellow age patina. Wood with heavy wear and prolific dents and bruises. Bayonet with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Action needs repair.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Rare Deluxe Engraved and Half-Gold-Plated Winchester Model 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine, Engraved and Si

Lot #436 (Sale Order 387 of 710)

Serial no. 99084, .44 centerfire caliber, 20-inch barrel, standard markings and pivoting two-leaf rear sight. Nimschke scroll and border engraved on the frame, upper and lower tang, carrier block and buttplate [numbered: 7377]; various pronounced decorative motifs popular with Nimschke; two riband motifs on right side of frame. C. Ch. in script within riband on left side of frame, initials of original owner. Signature L.D.N stamped on lower tang, to left of serial number marking. Gold-plated, with nickel-plated lever; blued barrel and magazine, and case-hardened hammer. Varnished select walnut stocks [buttstock numbered 118333],
Condition: Very good to fine as configured. 15% gold-plating on frame; traces on buttplate; traces nickel-plating on cocking lever. Light wear; steel parts with light pitting (more pronounced on magazine tube and cocking lever) and brown patina; 25% case-hardening on hammer. Period replacement buttstock [numbered 118333] with repair at wrist on each side, with wood insert; crack in line with rear upper tang screw; small crack on left side of fore-end; stocks with nicks, mars and wear, retaining 95% varnish. Tiny casting imperfection on left side of frame within engraved border to left sideplate. Screw missing from lower tang, between lever latch and serial number marking. Buttplate a period replacement [numbered 7377].
Notes: See R.L. Wilson, L.D. Nimschke Firearms Engraver, which pictures various Winchester and Henry rifle engraved impressions, with similar scroll, decorative motif and styling to this signed example.
Estimate: 30000 - 40000

Deluxe and Rare Engraved Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Short Rifle with Set Trigger

Lot #437 (Sale Order 388 of 710)

Serial no. 170647A, .44-40, 20-inch octagonal barrel, scroll engraved frame, mortise cover, carrier block, fore-end and buttplate; whitetail deer panel scene on left sideplate; set trigger; open sporting sights; checkered and varnished select walnut stocks; sling stud on butt.
Condition: Very good. Traces blue on frame; balance age brown and gray. Some spots pitting on various parts. Deluxe stocks with minor nicks, mars and wear. Shipped in January 1885; factory record indicates "case-hardened" but examination of frame reveals blued finish. With factory letter. Butt stock later replacement. Assembly numbers have been changed to match lower tang. Lower tang has been changed. Barrel shortened to 20-inches.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle With Factory Letter

Lot #438 (Sale Order 389 of 710)

Serial no. 241074B, .38 caliber, 24-inch octagonal barrel with standard dovetailed front sight and sporting rear elevation sight. Walnut stocks. Crescent butt with cleaning rod reservoir. Sold together with Winchester factory letter.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey-brown age patina and scattered light pitting, mainly on magazine. Frame with a few fine scratches. Wood good, showing wear and light marks. Mechanically sound.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Winchester Third Model 1873 "Special Order" Lever Action Sporting Rifle Together with Documenting Fa

Lot #439 (Sale Order 390 of 710)

Serial no. 394967B, .44-40 caliber, 26-inch half round/half octagonal barrel with Lyman's "Hunting" front sight and sporting rear elevation sight. Button magazine. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer, lever and buttplate. Bottom of lifter finely dot punch inscribed: HB with leaf and naive image of a deer head. Walnut fore-end and buttstock. Buttstock with custom steel and brass nail design at wrist and bottom of stock behind lower tang,
Condition: Good to very good as configured. Retaining approximately 10-15% finish with remaining areas showing grey-brown age patina with scattered light pitting. Minor scratches on frame. Slight traces of silvered case-hardening remaining. Fore-end with wear and two sliver chips on left side. Buttstock with wear; minor dents and blemishes. Action good.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Lot #440 (Sale Order 391 of 710)

Serial no. 427773B, .32 caliber, 24-inch octagonal barrel with custom brass blade front sight and sporting rear elevation sight. Case-hardened hammer, lever and buttplate. Walnut stocks. Crescent butt with no cleaning reservoir. Sold with Winchester factory letter.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey-brown age patina with scattered light pitting present. Wood very good with light wear and blemishes. Action good.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Musket

Lot #441 (Sale Order 392 of 710)

Serial no. 569717B, .44 caliber, 30-inch blued musket barrel. Inverted V front and folding-leaf rear sights. Two-band musket-style fore-end. Sling swivel on front band. Carbine-style buttplate. Walnut stock with sling swivel.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel with approximately 97-99% original blue fading to brown. Scattered light frosting behind rear sight. Light wear at muzzle. Receiver retaining approximately 60% blue fading to brown. Lever, hammer and trigger with strong traces of case-hardening. Stock: Very Good to Fine with scattered dents.
Notes: Manufactured 1903
Estimate: 2500 - 3000

Winchester First Model 1876 Lever Action Sporting Rifle

Lot #442 (Sale Order 393 of 710)

Serial no. 5107, .45-75 caliber, 28-inch octagon barrel with ladder style rear sight, German silver blade on steel base dovetailed at muzzle; standard markings; blued with case-hardened hammer, lever and buttplate; varnished walnut stocks. Sectionalized cleaning rod in butt.
Condition: Excellent. 98% blue and 80% case-hardening intact; excellent stocks with light wear and nicks. Accompanied by factory letter.
Estimate: 25000 - 35000

Scarce and Exceptional Winchester-Hotchkiss 1883 Third Model Bolt Action Musket with Bayonet and Sca

Lot #443 (Sale Order 394 of 710)

Serial no. 81779, .45-70 caliber, 28-inch blued barrel with standard military sights. Two barrel bands. Case-hardened frame, triggerguard and buttplate. Tang marked: Model of 1883. Buttplate marked: 33. Standard varnished walnut stocks. No ramrod. Sling mounts. Sold together with correct style bayonet with Broad Arrow stamp and numbered 752. Walnut grips. Steel scabbard with steel belt hook. Pommel marked: SR/3Lein.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with scattered wear to barrel bands and relief edges. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood excellent with light wear and marks. Excellent bore. Bayonet lug screw missing. Bayonet showing wear and patina. Scabbard with minor wear and dents.
Notes: Reported to have been manufactured in early 1890s but shipped in 1915 to State of California along with 350 others.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Extraordinary Winchester Model 1885 Single-Shot High Wall Target Rifle, with Numerous Deluxe Feature

Lot #444 (Sale Order 395 of 710)

Serial no. 57289, .38-55 caliber, 30-inch part-round/part-octagonal blued barrel with adjustable windage front sight and flip-up Vernier long-range tang peep sight. Case-hardened hammer, frame and lever. Adjustable set trigger. Checkered deluxe fore-end and pistol-grip buttstock with cheekrest and nickel-plated schutzen buttplate.
Condition: Near mint, Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with vibrant case-hardening. Wood excellent with professional chip repair to heel of butt, which is almost invisible. Mirror-bright bore.
Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Winchester High Wall Single Shot Sporting Rifle

Lot #445 (Sale Order 396 of 710)

Serial no. 70842, .50 Express, 30-inch octagonal barrel marked 3 on bottom; standard markings; blued, with case-hardened frame, lever, and buttplate; three leaf express style rear sight; silver bead front on steel blade dovetailed at muzzle; varnished walnut stocks.
Condition: Fine. 97% finish, some fading, primarily on buttplate; some nicks and storage marks on stocks. Replacement barrel. Caliber does not match caliber listed in factory letter. With factory letter.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #446 (Sale Order 397 of 710)

Serial no. 113085, .45-90 caliber, 26-inch blued octagonal barrel with open sights. Standard address and markings. Case-colored fore-end, frame, lever, hammer and trigger. Varnished walnut stock. Steel butt plate.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% blue. Scattered spotting on barrel, frame and fore-end. Retaining approximately 90% case-hardening. Sides with faded colors. Bottom worn to bright silver. Stocks showing minor handling wear and dents.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

*Deluxe Winchester Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action Sporting Rifle

Lot #447 (Sale Order 398 of 710)

Serial no. 151037, .33 caliber, 24-inch tapered take-down barrel with elevated sheared brass bead front sight and Winchester flat-top sporting open rear sight. Two-thirds takedown magazine. Checkered deluxe, highly-figured fore-end and pistol-grip buttstock. Case-hardened fore-end cap, hammer and lever. Shotgun butt with hard rubber buttplate.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with slight wear and flaking to finish on fore-end cap and some relief edges. Vibrant case-hardening. Takedown appears unused as all finish remains. Bright bore.
Notes: Manufactured in 1912
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Marlin Model 1889 Cut-Away Lever Action

Lot #448 (Sale Order 399 of 710)

.38-40 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel marked: Marlin Fire-Arms Co. New Haven. Ct. U.S.A./Patented Oct. 11, 1887. April 2, 1889. Vacant dovetail on bottom of barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Cut-away frame exposing the internal mechanism. Action functions as a normal rifle. No magazine or stock.
Condition: Good. Retaining approximately 25-35% finish with scattered pitting and grey patina. Action functions well.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Marlin Model 1893 Lever Action Musket

Lot #449 (Sale Order 400 of 710)

Serial no.130842, .32-40 caliber, 30-inch barrel with double pedestal peep front sight and military ladder-type rear sight. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and lever. Walnut stocks with two barrel bands. Carbine-style butt. Sling mounts. Missing ramrod.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 60-70% finish with scattered wear and age patina. Retaining approximately 70-75% case-hardening with light fading to case colors. Wood excellent with scattered dents and bruises. No ramrod.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**Rare and Historic Group of Five Consecutively Numbered Winchester Centennial Model 1894-1994 Lever

Lot #450 (Sale Order 401 of 710)

Five boxed Winchester Centennial Model 1894-1994 Lever Action Carbines with consecutive serial nos. 6117317-6117321, .30-30 caliber, 20-inch barrels with hooded front sights and elevation rear sights. Blued finish. Right side of frames marked: 1894-1994. Checkered walnut stocks. Shotgun butts. All contained in their original factory boxes. Sold together with partial box of original Winchester Super-X 150 grain cartridges , purchased for use in the execution [missing the 4 cartridges used in the execution] and another partial box of Federal Classic .30-30 blanks [four remaining]. Sold together with actual bullet fragments removed from the body [with Sheriff's office notations] and extensive provenance file, documenting the sanguinary history of the carbines, including copies of the original Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office coroner's and Medical Examiner's detailed post mortem reports on John Albert Taylor; copy of the Judgment and Sentence of Death; evidence form citing description of subject's clothing and death bullet fragments; copies of the Sheriff's Department weapons record listing the serial numbers of the subject firearms and period news clippings on the crimes of the subject, the trial and execution. One article actually pictures one of the subject firearms and relates the duties and actions of the assigned firing squads. A rare and historic offering.
Condition: All are excellent to mint, having been fired only a few times. Boxes with slight wear to corners.
Notes: According to the accompanying documents, the consignor served in 1995 as the Captain of the Special Operations Division, Sheriff's Department, Salt Lake County, Utah. This department, having specific experience with SWAT teams and sniper teams, was assigned the duty of training the execution firing squad for the State of Utah. As part of this duty was the acquisition of the actual weapons used in the execution. The consi
Estimate: 10000 - 20000

*32 Special Winchester Model 94 Deluxe Lever Action Carbine

Lot #451 (Sale Order 402 of 710)

Serial number 1456685; .32 Winchester Special. 20-inch barrel; blued finish; standard markings; buckhorn leaf rear sight; hooded bead front sight, deluxe wood stock and forend; composite buttplate; sling eyes.
Condition: Very Good. Metal retains approximately 90-95% finish with numerous handling marks on barrel and magazine tube, wear to highpoints of receiver; some slight spotting. Stock showing handling marks with some impressions.
Estimate: 1400 - 1750

Scarce Prototype Winchester High Wall Rifle Frame

Lot #452 (Sale Order 403 of 710)

Serial no. 111169, Grey metal frame and action, the left side marked: ACTION-E. The inner side of top tang stamped: M.N.S. Drop-block action. Serpentine lever.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey patina with scattered light pitting.
Estimate: 750 - 1000

*Engraved and Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Sporting Rifle, with Carved and Checker

Lot #453 (Sale Order 404 of 710)

Serial no. 66256, .30 U.S. Model 1903 caliber, 24-inch round barrel with standard markings, flush gold-inlaid barrel band at breech, accompanied by scroll engraving; open sporting rear sight with ivory bead front sight on steel blade dovetailed on ramp. Engraved frame with gold-inlaid borders front and rear; bear panel scenes on left side of frame; muskox panel scene on right side of frame; engraved cocking lever and hammer. Blued, with case-hardened hammer. Select oil-finished deluxe walnut stocks checkered and carved in style D, with checkered hard rubber buttplate.
Condition: Excellent as reconfigured. 97% blue and 95% case-hardening, minor fading and patina; stocks with light nicks and storage marks. Rear sight repositioned, original holes plugged and barrel partially refinished. Rifle believed to have been used by the Winchester factory as a display piece. John T. Amber.
Estimate: 40000 - 60000

Scarce Experimental Winchester High Wall Rifle Frame with Drop-Block Action

Lot #454 (Sale Order 405 of 710)

The unmarked grey metal frame with drop-block action. No stock or other parts.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Holes filled on tang. No hammer spring included.
Estimate: 750 - 1000

Composite U.S.Model 1897 Winchester Slide Action Trench Gun, with Leather Sling and Bayonet

Lot #455 (Sale Order 406 of 710)

Serial no. 6867766, 12-gauge, 20-inch cylinder choke barrel, blued finish; U.S. and Ordnance bomb motif stamped on right side of frame. Ventilated rib. Model 1917 bayonet and leather scabbard. Bayonet with 17-inch unsharpened blade, ricasso marked REMINGTON[circle] 1917. Reverse with Ordnance bomb, Eagle head and numeral 21.
Condition: Very good. 75% blue, wear; buttstock cleaned and a possible replacement. Ventilated rib may be a later replacement. Sling: Very Good with scattered light cracking and verdigris. Bayonet: Very Good with pitting at ricasso and scattered staining. Scabbard Very Good with scattered light scratches and dark patina.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Scarce U.S. Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Trench Shotgun

Lot #456 (Sale Order 407 of 710)

Serial no. 354224, 12 gauge, 2 3/4-inch chamber. 20-inch barrel with ventilated barrel guard and bayonet lug stamped: 7311175. Blued finish. Left side of frame marked with flaming bomb and U.S. Oiled walnut stocks with pistolgrip and inspector cartouche G.H.D. Sling mount.
Condition: Very good as partially refinished. Retaining approximately 70-75% blued finish, the frame showing evidence of refinishing, the remaining areas with scattered wear and patina. Magazine tube with slide wear. Wood excellent with light wear to fore-end grip. Front sling ring missing.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*12 Gauge Custom Engraved Winchester Model 12 Trap Slide Action Shtogun Two Barrel Set.

Lot #457 (Sale Order 408 of 710)

Serial no. 398057. 12 gauge. 29 3/4-inch barrels with solid ribs and fore-end. Custom engraved reblued slide action. Action and barrels engraved in Winchester Number 6 style pattern with bold foliate scroll and game scenes: Right side: Four ducks in flight over marsh. Left side: Two pointers flushing a grouse. Finely checkered straight grip stock of well figured crotch-grained walnut. Ebony diamond inserts at grip. Silver's type recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-ends for each barrel.
Condition: Excellent, as upgraded and partially redone. Metal shows 95- 97% reblued finish with losses to magazine tube. Bright bores. Wood shows handling marks and some dulling to the finish [Black Diamond].
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Unique and Attractive Unmarked American Hand-Forged Bowie Knife

Lot #458 (Sale Order 409 of 710)

7 3/4-inch unmarked hand-forged clip-point blade with deep single blood channel on left side of blade. 12 1/2-inches overall. Diamond-shaped steel crossguard. Hand-checkered bone gripscales with three copper rivets. Inlaid pewter bands and pommel cap. No scabbard. Probably of Texas origin, reportedly found in 1942 in a San Antonio pawnshop by a soldier stationed there.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina and minor spotting. Grip with mellow age patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

LOT WITHDRAWN

Lot #459 (Sale Order 410 of 710)

Northern Plains beaded hide girl's dress yoke, c. 1900

Lot #460 (Sale Order 411 of 710)

Possibly Blackfoot, stitched on elk hide with a design of Maltese crosses and geometric edging in translucent red, medium blue, yellow, translucent pink, white, and faceted gold metallic seed beads against a light blue beaded ground, short panels of red velvet below, with tubular bead fringe in dark green, light green, and blue with cowrie shells.
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Pair of Plateau pictorial beaded hide gauntlets, c. 1920

Lot #461 (Sale Order 412 of 710)

decorated with a bird in flight centered between two stylized flowers, in faceted copper metallic, blue, shades of green, and bright red seed beads against a faceted yellow beaded ground.
Condition: Very good; some staining to one glove.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Pair of Southern Plains beaded hide moccasins, late 19th-Century

Lot #462 (Sale Order 413 of 710)

Possibly Apache, with pointed toes, with inset tongues edged in an asymmetrical beaded design of cobalt blue and white diagonal stripes and a bisected band on the right foot, the left foot wtih a negative beaded design of white squares floating on a green beaded ground and connected white squares against a green ground opposite, the tongues, ankles, and trailing fringe colored with red ochre (possibly enhanced at a later date).
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Pair of Lakota Sioux woman's beaded hide leggings, late 19th Century

Lot #463 (Sale Order 414 of 710)

Decorated in lazy stitch with a characteristic geometric design in cobalt blue, medium and light blue, translucent red, opaque and translucent green, and yellow seed beads against a white beaded ground.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Northern Plains carved walking stick and Woodlands beaded pouch, c. late 19th-Century

Lot #464 (Sale Order 415 of 710)

Relief-carved with snakes and cross-hatching, the handle with incised basket-weave pattern, together with an attached beaded hide bag decorated with applique-style floral beadwork.
Condition: Fair; lower half of staff missing below old break.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Lakota Sioux beaded hide blanket strip, c. late 19th-Century

Lot #465 (Sale Order 416 of 710)

Decorated in lazy stitch with a geometric design of four roundels with red and cobalt blue "arrowpoints" alternating with panels of blue-green, faceted metallic silver and gold, orange, and translucent red beads.
Condition: Excellent
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Pair of Lakota Sioux beaded hide moccasins, c. late 19th Century

Lot #466 (Sale Order 417 of 710)

Decorated in lazy stitch technique with terraced triangles around the uppers, the instep with a matching design within solid tapering panels, in cobalt blue, red, and green seed beeds against the solid white beaded ground.
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Pair of Lakota Sioux quilled hide moccasins, c. late 19th Century

Lot #467 (Sale Order 418 of 710)

The hide uppers with pinked edging at the ankle, decorated with narrow parallel bands of red quillwork enclosing quilled purple boxes with yellow centers in a nine-spot pattern along the borders and at the center, a band of lazy stitch beading around the soles with green triangles and small translucent red squares against a white ground.
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Pair of Southern Plains beaded hide moccasins, late 19th-Century

Lot #468 (Sale Order 419 of 710)

Possibly Apache, with pointed toes, inset tongues with traces of purple dye and edged with a narrow band of light blue and white seed beads, the rear seams with red-ochre dyed fringe.
Condition: Very good.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Lakota Sioux beaded child's hide vest, c. late 19th -Century

Lot #469 (Sale Order 420 of 710)

decorated overall in lazy stitch with a characteristic geometric design narrow crosses, triangles, and concentric diamonds in dark blue, light blue, green, translucent red, gold, and faceted gold metallic seed beads against a white beaded ground, edged in blue with gold triangles, lined with a light brown printed cloth with a leaf-and-flowerhead pattern.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Studio Photograph of Wild West Show Performer Bill Grover

Lot #470 (Sale Order 421 of 710)

The bust portrait of subject dressed in suit with Wild West Show bandana and depicted with shoulder length hair. Obverse of photograph inscribed at top: "Bill Grover". Gilt maker's mark at bottom reading: The Photographic Co., Ltd. 16 & 17, Poultry. E.C./and/ 58, Pall Mall,W./also/88 Kings Road, Brighton. Reverse inscribed: Bill/To/Mother/Buffalo Bill.
Condition: Fair to good. Image faded and lightly foxed. Chips present at two corners and scattered wear overall with minor staining to back.
Notes: Bill Grover was the husband of Gertrude Welsh, otherwise known as "Miss Birdie Grover". They were known to have worked at one time with Wild West Show promoter "Mexican Joe" .
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Wild West Show Performer Gertrude Welsh

Lot #471 (Sale Order 422 of 710)

Subject standing, wearing Wild West show costume, holding pistol, possible a Merwin & Hulbert at side with other hand on hip. Ivory handled dagger tucked under belt. Top of photo with penciled inscription reading: Gertrude Welsh/With Uncle Bill Cody [a non-genealogical reference]/Buffalo Bill. Maker's label at bottom reading: Otto J. Frank,/ S.W. Cor. 125th St. , & 3rd Ave./New York. Reverse with ink and pencil inscription reading: Anna E. Welsh/Property of [arrow pointing to Anna Welsh's name]/This is Gertrude Welsh.
Condition: Very good. Minor fading to image but still clear. Minor age discoloration to card and light wear to corners. A scarce image with professional reference to William F. Cody, for whom she worked for during this period. Welsh was not a blood relative of Cody.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Studio Portrait of Wild West Show Performer Gertrude Welsh, AKA "Miss Birdie Grover"

Lot #472 (Sale Order 423 of 710)

Subject seated, dressed in Wild West Show costume, holding rifle in lap. Front of photo inscribed in pencil: "Aunt Gertrude Welsh". Bottom of photograph with printed legend: MISS BIRDIE GROVER, THE RIFLE SHOT WITH MEXICAN JOE/Nedrington/Copyright/29, Bold Street/Liverpool. Reverse with inked inscription reading: "Ollie- Sister to Olive Branch Welsh (Mrs D.L. Gray}
Condition: Fair to good. Showing heavy fading and minor soiling to front. Bumps to corners; reverse with light soiling.
Notes: This photo provides the information that Gertrude Welsh was professionally known as Miss Birdie Grover [wife of Bill Grover] and that she was a marksman or trick-shot with "Mexican Joe" who at one time owned or operated a Wild West Show and toured Great Britain, perhaps as a sub contractor under Buffalo Bill Cody.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare Cabinet Photo of a Group of Arabian Performers Associated with a Wild West Show Company

Lot #473 (Sale Order 424 of 710)

The exterior photograph of a group of Arabian performers, depicted in ethnic costumes with three horses in background with a crescent flag visible. Scene appears to be a fairgrounds or performing arena. This was a mounted troupe associated with a Wild West Show, probably part of the International Congress of Rough Riders [note same photographer as other Wild West Show photos in series]. Bottom of photo with maker's mark: Stacy/5th Ave. Brooklyn, N.Y. Reverse inscribed: "Anna E. Welsh". Photo worthy of further research.
Condition: Very good. Minor fading and foxing. Back with minor staining.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of an Unidentified Indian Wild West Show Performer

Lot #474 (Sale Order 425 of 710)

Subject standing, facing camera, dressed in hairpipe breastplate, shirt and woolen leggings with beaded moccasins. Photographer's trademark at bottom of card reading: Stacy/Ivory Finish/ Corner 9th St. & 5th Ave./Brooklyn. Reverse inscribed: A.E. Welsh.
Condition: Very good. Image slightly faded but still clear. Card with light wear to corners.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Unidentified Indian Wild West Show Performer

Lot #475 (Sale Order 426 of 710)

Subject posed standing wearing hairpipe breastplate, vest, shirt and holding blanket in right hand [note that studio is same set as previous Annie Oakley image]. Photographer's trademark reading: Stacy/Ivory Finish/Corner 9th St./5th Ave. /Brooklyn. Reverse inscribed: A.E. Welsh.
Condition: Very good to excellent. Image with light fading but still, very detailed. Light wear to card with minor scuffs to corners.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of an Unidentified Indian Wild West Show Performer

Lot #476 (Sale Order 427 of 710)

Subject seated dressed in hairpipe breastplate, cloth shirt and leggings with blanket on lap and holding a war club. Albumen image overlaid over pre-existing image on card. Photographer's hallmark at bottom of card reading: L.S. Batterson/630 Third Avenue,/2nd door from 18th St./Brooklyn, N.Y. Reverse of card inscribed in ink: Anna E. Welsh.
Condition: Very good. Light fading to image with minor scratches and scuffing to emulsion surface. Small spot of print missing in lower right corner. Scuffs and wear to corners. Minor soiling to reverse.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Scarce Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Wild West Show Indian Samuel Lone Bear

Lot #477 (Sale Order 428 of 710)

Subject standing dressed in Native American hairpipe breastplate and trade clothing, posed with left arm leaning on beaded rifle scabbard and blanket. Albumen print overlayed over previously mounted image. Photographer's trademark at bottom reading; L.S. Battereson/630 Third Ave./2nd Door from 18th St./Brooklyn, N.Y. Reverse with illustrated photographer label and inscribed: Samuel Lone Bear/ Anna E. Welsh.
Condition: Very good. Light fading of image and light wear to edges of mount.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Wild West Show Performer

Lot #478 (Sale Order 429 of 710)

Handsome studio bust view portrait of a Wild West show performer. Subject with long hair and handlebar moustache depicted wearing fringed buckskins, beaded vest and carrying a Remington 1875 single action revolver. Photographer's label at bottom reading: Jac Maul/Chicago. Reverse side with printed label reading: Jacob Maul's Studio/439 Milwaukee Ave./Chicago/Ills. Also bearing the seal of the Chicago Photographic Society Award Winner for the May, 1889 Centennial Exhibition. Back also with inked inscriptions reading: O Mahan Charles and A.E. Welsh. This photo was once the property of Anna Welsh, William F. Cody's neice.
Condition: Excellent. Image with nice contrast and detail with minor wear to edges and corners of card. Reverse with minor age discoloration. A rare and desirable western image.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Frontier Scout and Wild West Show Performer John Y. Nelson

Lot #479 (Sale Order 430 of 710)

Subject seated, wearing fringed buckskins and beaded jacket, holding a Winchester 1873 lever action rifle. He is wearing a wearing a western hat and smoking a cigar. Photo with integral name at bottom reading: John Y. Nelson. Maker blind stamp at bottom reading: Stacy/Corner 9th St./5th Ave. Brooklyn. Reverse inscribed: Anna E. Welsh [a relative of William F. Cody].
Condition: Very good to excellent. Crisp image with fine detail. Minor lateral scratch present above subject's hat but does not appear to penetrate albumen layer. A few other insignificant fine scratches; minor wear and chips to corners but overall very good. A rare western image.
Estimate: 3500 - 4000

Rare Cabinet Card Studio Portrait of Famed Wild West Show Sharpshooter Annie Oakley

Lot #480 (Sale Order 431 of 710)

Subject posed standing, dressed in Wild West show performing costume, holding a double barrel shotgun over her right shoulder. On the floor in front of her is an open display case, containing various shooting medals she has won, together with a Smith & Wesson Russian single action revolver and a Smith & Wesson single-shot pistol crossed in the foreground. A lever action rifle is leaning against the studio backdrop. Photographer trade mark at bottom of card reading: Stacy/Copyright/Ivory Finish/ 5th Ave./9th St./Brooklyn N.Y. A simulated Annie Oakley signature is present at bottom of image. Reverse of card inscribed: Anna E. Welsh.
Condition: Very good. Image slightly faded with scattered micro scratches hardly visible and light scuffing to surface emulsion. Minor stains and soiling to back. An extremely rare and desirable image of Oakley with her many awards and tools of the trade.
Estimate: 3000 - 2000

Antique Steer Horn Chair, c.1890

Lot #481 (Sale Order 432 of 710)

Comprised of sixteen steer horns. Seat covered in burgundy velvet. 44-inches high and 23-inches wide.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Antique Steer Horn Piano Stool, c.1890

Lot #482 (Sale Order 433 of 710)

The seat covered with period oriental carpet and the base comprised of 4 steer horns. 22 inches high.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 200 - 400

Antique Steer Horn Chair and Ottoman, c.1890

Lot #483 (Sale Order 434 of 710)

Cowhide covered chair of a 20-steer horn arrangement which measures 38-inches high and 31-inches wide. Velvet-covered stool with base of 3-steer horns. Ottoman 22-inches high.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Antique Steer Horn Floor Lamp, c.1900

Lot #484 (Sale Order 435 of 710)

The large horn with silver-plated urn top surmounted by female art nouveau figurine possibly harvest goddess. Hand inscribed label reading BERLIN JUNE 13, 1908. Period wired light bulb socket inside the 21-inch horn. Overall height 78-inches. Tip and middle of horn decorated with roll stamped ormolu mountings.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Antique Pair of Steer Horn Vases, c.1890s

Lot #485 (Sale Order 436 of 710)

Each comprised of a single 14-inch steer horn on a 10-inch stand covered with burgundy mohair.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 100 - 200

Antique Steer Horn Sofa, c.1890

Lot #486 (Sale Order 437 of 710)

Sofa covered with period oriental fabric. 24-steer horns. This measures 40-inches high and 51-inches wide. 4- steer horn base.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Antique Steer Horn Hall Tree/ Hat Rack, c.1890s

Lot #487 (Sale Order 438 of 710)

Comprised of 26-steer horns. The base of which is a hinged pine box carved with a wood grain motif. The box measures 14-inches high and 28-inches wide. At the back of the box is a pine support to which are attached the steer horns. Overall height is 78-inches.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Pair of Western Scroll-Engraved and Silver-Inlaid Spurs by Fleming

Lot #488 (Sale Order 439 of 710)

The nickel-plated spurs with scroll-engraved and silver-inlaid side panels. 9-pointed rowels. Bands marked: Fleming. Hand-tooled leather straps.
Condition: Excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Pair of Silver-Inlaid and Rocker-Engraved Western Spurs by Fleming

Lot #489 (Sale Order 440 of 710)

The pair of western spurs with scroll-engraved, silver-inlaid panels with rocker-engraved borders. Drop shanks with 14-point rowels. Marked: Fleming. Beautiful antique basketweave stamped straps with large rocker-engraved German silver conchos. A fine pair of western spurs.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and untouched age patina. Straps excellent.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Pair of Rocker-Engraved Steel Western Spurs

Lot #490 (Sale Order 441 of 710)

The western spurs with silver-plated copper-inlaid side panels. Nickel-plated bands faintly marked: Rodeo. 9-pointed short rowels. Floral hand-tooled brown leather straps and plain heel straps.
Condition: Good. Showing scattered heavy wear with losses to finish and minor rust spotting. Straps with light wear oveall.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Pair of Silver-Inlaid and Scroll-Engraved Western Spurs Marked Garcia

Lot #491 (Sale Order 442 of 710)

The pair of western spurs with silver-inlaid and heavily scroll-engraved bands with buttons engraved: DAI. Drop shanks and rowels decorated en suite. 14-point rowels. Inside of bands stamped: Garcia. Chamois straps.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 1200 - 1400

Pair of Brass Mexican Chihuahua-Style Spurs

Lot #492 (Sale Order 443 of 710)

The brass Mexican spurs with crude punch-engraved bands and 8-pointed rowels. Plain brown leather straps with nickel steel buckles. Star-pattern buttons.
Condition: Very good. Showing light wear and patina. Strap very good.
Estimate: 200 - 400

Pair of Unmarked Silver-Inlaid and Scroll-Engraved Western Spurs with Extra 10-Point Rowels

Lot #493 (Sale Order 444 of 710)

The pair of nickel-plated steel spurs with silver-inlaid and scroll-engraved panels. Spurs with 5-pointed rowels and extra 10-pointed rowels included. Floral hand-tooled brown leather straps with German silver engraved conchos.
Condition: Good to very good with scattered age wear and patina. Straps with wear and checking to leather.
Estimate: 200 - 400

Pair of Unmarked California Western Spurs

Lot #494 (Sale Order 445 of 710)

The unmarked California-style western spurs, probably by August Buermann, the sides mounted with relief oval Indian chief spots of German silver. Bands marked: 47. Drop shanks with 10-point rowels. Highly detailed basketweave tooled brown leather straps with German silver buckles and conchos.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light rust. Straps and conchos very good with light wear overall.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Pair of Silver-Mounted "Gal-Leg" Western Spurs by Kelly

Lot #495 (Sale Order 446 of 710)

The western spurs of forged steel, the bands marked: Kelly. "Gal-leg" shanks, the sides inlaid with rocker-engraved German silver panels. Nine-pointed rowels. Engraved German silver heart-shaped buttons. Hand-tooled brown leather straps with floral borders.
Condition: Very good with dark age patina and scattered wear. Straps very good.
Estimate: 1000 - 1200

Pair of Rocker-Engraved and Silver-Inlaid Western Spurs by Renalde, c.1977

Lot #496 (Sale Order 447 of 710)

The nickel-plated western spurs with engraved panels and small 10-pointed rowels. Bottom of shanks marked: "R" for Renalde. Hand-tooled leather straps with oakleaf and acorn motifs. Round, brass alloy buckles.
Condition: Very good. Showing light wear and age patina. Straps showing wear and age darkening to leather.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Pair of #70 Silver-Inlaid Western Spurs by Kelly Bros.

Lot #497 (Sale Order 448 of 710)

The steel western spurs, the outside bands rocker engraved and German silver inlaid with hearts. Bands stamped: Kelly/Bros. Brass and German silver inlaid shanks with nine-point rowels. Engraved German silver heart-shaped buttons. Basketweave tooled brown leather straps with brass buckles.
Condition: Very good with age wear and dark patina. Shanks and points of rowels shortened. Straps very good with light wear overall.
Notes: This style, known as "four hearts" was made by Kelly Brothers as early as 1912-1919. See "Bit and Spur Makers in the Texas Tradition" by Ned and Jody Martin and Kurt House. pgs 144-148.
Estimate: 1000 - 1200

Pair of Unmarked SIlver-Inlaid Mexican Chihuahua-Style Spurs

Lot #498 (Sale Order 449 of 710)

The antique Mexican spurs with silver-inlaid diagonal lines and 7-point flower buttons. Large 8-point rowels. Brown leather straps.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with dark age patina and rust spotting. Losses to silver inlays and heavy wear overall. Leather straps checked and worn.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Pair of Engraved Mexican Chihuahua-Style Spurs

Lot #499 (Sale Order 450 of 710)

The antique pair of engraved spurs with 8-point rowels. Outer bands marked: JG. Floral-tooled leather straps with engraved German silver conchos.
Condition: Fair. Showing heavy wear and dark age patina. Rowels heavily worn and loose. Straps very good with light wear overall.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Pair of Silver-Inlaid Chihuahua-Style Mexican Spurs

Lot #500 (Sale Order 451 of 710)

The unmarked Mexican spurs with silver-inlaid diagonal striped panels, 8-point rowels, buttons and simple brown leather straps.
Condition: Very good. Showing dark age patina and wear. Straps very good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Pair of Silver-Inlaid Mexican Chihuahua-Style Spurs

Lot #501 (Sale Order 452 of 710)

The pair of Mexican spurs of typical form, having silver-inlaid bands with diagonal line and floral motifs. Figure-8 shanks. 8-pointed rowels. Plain brown leather straps.
Condition: Good. Spurs showing dark age patina with losses of inlay on buttons and rowels showing light rust deposits. Straps with light wear.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Pair of Silver-Inlaid and Scroll-Engraved Mexican Spurs by Les Garcia, Reno, Nevada

Lot #502 (Sale Order 453 of 710)

The contemporary Mexican spurs, finely scroll-engraved and silver-inlaid with fire-blued 8-point rowels with silver-inlaid and rocker engraved points. One spur marked: Les Garcia/Reno, Nev. Floral-tooled brown leather straps with rose gold and silver-inlaid engraved buckles and keepers.
Condition: Excellent with light wear and age patina overall. Straps with light wear. Strap mountings with age patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

A Fine Silver-Mounted Parade Saddle by Keyston Brothers, San Francisco

Lot #503 (Sale Order 454 of 710)

The high quality black parade saddle, profusely hand-tooled with roses and floral motifs and mounted with rocker-engraved sterling silver conchos, many with star motifs. Maker's stamp on seat reading: Keyston Bros./Estd/1868/San Francisco. Silver wire-wrapped cantle. Engraved vacant circular monogram escutcheon behind cantle, flanked by domed engraved silver spots surmounted by brass horse's heads. All leather ties backed by engraved sterling bosses. Leather-covered stirrups. Shearling lining. All latigoes present. A handsome and very collectible silver-mounted parade saddle.
Condition: Fine to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Framed Autographed Presentation Studio Photographic Portrait of Adolf Hitler to Bettina Ribbent

Lot #504 (Sale Order 455 of 710)

The black and white three-quarter view studio portrait of Adolf Hitler dressed in Nazi Party uniform, holographically inscribed in black ink below image: "Fri Bettina Ribbentrop/mit den herlichsten Genesungswunchen/Adolf Hitler/Berlin, 20 April 1936" [written on Hitler's 47th birthday]. Translated it reads: "Miss Bettina Ribbentrop/With sincerest wishes for your recovery/Adolf Hitler/Berlin, 20 April 1936". Matted and framed in the original black frame. Size: Image: 6 1/2-inches x 8 1/2-inches. Overall: 13-inches x 16-inches. Bettina Ribbentrop was one of the five children of German Nazi Party Ambassador von Ribbentrop and his wife Elisabeth. Von Ribbentrop served as German Reich Ambassador to the Court of St. James from August 1936 until early 1938. According to FBI documents released in 2002, while in London, von Ribbentrop had an affair with Wallis Simpson, the American divorcee who would eventually become the wife of the Duke of Windsor, who abdicated the throne to marry her. Her relationship with von Ribbentrop continued when the Windsors were in exile in France. Von Ribbentrop became the Minister of Foreign Affairs in 1938 and remained until the collapse of the Reich in 1945. According to FBI reports, the Duchess leaked Allied secrets to von Ribbentrop while in France.When the German Reich collapsed, von Ribbentrop went into hiding in the greater Hamburg area. British soldiers captured him and it was soon after that an Allied Intelligence officer, a friend of Thomas Capstick obtained the items now offered. The autographed photograph to Bettina Ribbentrop was given when Ribbentrop was Hitler's Minister Plenipotentiary at Large for the German Reich, a few months before he was appointed Reich Ambassador to the Court of St. James. Von Ribbentrop, a conspicuous anti-Semite, was hanged on 16 October 1946 after having been found guilty of war crimes at the Nuremberg Trials. He was closely involved in planning the a
Estimate: 10000 - 20000

*American Eagle Model P-O8 Parabellum Semi-Automatic Pistol by DWM Together with Associated Holster

Lot #505 (Sale Order 456 of 710)

Serial no. 30262, 3 7/8-inch barrel. American eagle on breech. Blued finish. Straw colored trigger, toggle and safety. Grips safety. Checkered walnut grips. Magazine with wooden base. Sold together with associated brown leather flap holster. Holster with light wear and scuffs.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with wear to relief edges. Grips excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Scarce Engraved System-Aydt Schutzen Single-Shot Target Rifle

Lot #506 (Sale Order 457 of 710)

Serial no. 6409, 8.15X46 caliber, 29-inch octagonal barrel with hooded front sight and tang-mounted peep sight. Textured top flat. Blued finish. Case-hardened frame and lever. Scroll-engraved tang with shield-shaped panel with gold-inlaid legend: U.A.Z. Pictorial and scroll-engraved frame side panels, the right side depicting a German hunter with rifle at shoulder surrounded by floral scrolls; the left side with a target and young man with shot marker, again surrounded by floral scrolls. Drop-block action. Finger-form breech lever and triggerguard. Set triggers. Removeable trigger assembly. Checkered walnut fore-end with German silver escutcheons and schutzen buttstock with integral thumb and cheek rests. Schutzen buttplate. Sling mounts. German silver shooting competition shield escutcheon marked: 1934/20 Deutches Bundesschiessen Leipzig.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 70-75% reblued finish with scattered light pitting present. Frame and lever retaining approximately 70-75% faded case-hardening with light wear overall. Wood with minor dents and bruises. Hairline crack in buttstock. Action very good. Good bore.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Rare and Exceptional Officers Volunteer Model British T. Murcott Snider .577 Breech-Loading Rifle

Lot #507 (Sale Order 458 of 710)

Serial no. 1832, .577 caliber, 30 3/4-inch barrel with hooded pedestal front sight marked: C.R. Walker's/Patent. Bayonet lug. Two barrel bands. Blued finish. Case-hardened swing-open breechblock marked: Snider's/Patent. British proofs. Case-hardened hammer and lock marked: T. Murcott. Chained nipple cover. Bold and finely checkered deluxe walnut stock with sling mounts. Steel ramrod. Case-hardened buttplate dated 1832.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish overall with scattered light wear to relief edges and some areas of faded case-hardening. Wood with excellent checkering and light handling wear. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 4500 - 5500

.500 BPE Holland & Holland Black Powder Hammer Double Rifle with case

Lot #508 (Sale Order 459 of 710)

Serial no. 14399. .500 BPE. 26 1/8-inch barrels marked: Holland & Holland, 98 New Bond Street, London / Winner of all the "Field" rifle trials. Flat rib with raised area for front sights. Spear front sight and folding moon sight. Rib to rear sight matted, balance smooth. Fixed rear sight with folding leaves. Leaves marked: 200 and 250. Case-hardened Jone's-style swing underlever action with chain border engraving. Back-action rebounding locks. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of well-figured walnut. Horn grip cap. Vacant silver oval. Cheekpiece. Later Silver's-type recoil pad. Sling swivels. Letter from Holland & Holland. Recent leather trunk case with leather corners and brass hardware. Maroon baize interior with reproduction leather maker's label. Leather and canvas cover.
Condition: Fine, as redone. Barrels show 98% reblued finish over some older pitting also showing some areas of light spotting. Excellent bores. Action shows faded case colors on top and right side and locks. Left side has been lightly filed to remove pitting, some light pitting visible. Breech-face shows light pitting. Refinished wood shows a few handling marks with a scratch. Upper tang proud of stock. Refreshed checkering. Case in excellent condition, with zipper needing repair.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Patented English Army Navy Double Barrel Blackpowder Hammer Sporting Rifle

Lot #509 (Sale Order 460 of 710)

Serial no. 268, .450 caliber, 26-inch side-by-side barrels, with express rear sights graduated for 150 and 250 yards; matted rib; manual safety on each lock; extractors. Fine scroll engraved breech, hammers, locks, triggerguard, twist type barrel release lever, fore-end mounts and pistolgrip cap. Browned barrels; balance gray steel, originally blued and case-hardened. Back-action locks marked: Army Navy C.S.L. Checkered and varnished pistolgrip walnut stocks with silver style buttpad. Sling swivel on barrel; swivel stud on bottom of buttstock.
Condition: Very good; barrels rebrowned and stocks refinished and with fresh buttpad. Brown patina to barrels; gray patina to balance of steel, light pitting; bores very good to fine. Small crack in triggerguard tang.
Notes: Water table stamped twice with marking indicating patent nos. 687-1870 and 3022-1866.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Unusual Cased Black Powder Set of a Hammer Double Rifle and a Hammer Double Shotgun by Williams and

Lot #510 (Sale Order 461 of 710)

Shotgun: Serial no. 5268. 12-gauge. 30-inch Damascus barrels. Game rib marked: Williams and Powell, 25 South Castle Street, Liverpool. Casehardened Jones's-style side-swing underlever action. Bar-action non-rebounding locks. Action 80% engraved with bold foliate scroll and floral details. Watertable cut for removable extractor. Cupped hammers. Percussion fences. Finely checkered straight grip stock of highly figured contrasting walnut. Vacant oval. Drop points. Replacement horn buttplate. Finely checkered wedge-fastened splinter fore-end with engraved steel tip. Rifle: Serial no. 5268. .577 - 2-inch. 28-inch re-blued Damascus barrels. Matted flat rib with spear front sight. Standing sight marked 100 with three folding leaves marked 150, 200 and 250 Yds.. Barrels with maker's name and address. Casehardened Jones's-style side-swing underlever action. Bar-action non-rebounding locks. Action 80% engraved with bold foliate scroll and floral details. Watertable cut for removable extractor. Cupped hammers. Percussion fences. Stalking safeties. Finely checkered straight grip stock of highly figured contrasting walnut. Drop points. Sling eyes. Blued steel buttplate. Finely checkered wedge-fastened splinter fore-end with engraved steel tip. Barrel flats and fore-end wood marked W.O.N.S. Oak and leather two-tier trunk case. Rifle in lower compartment, shotgun in tray. Brass corners. Case with white and blue painted stripes with initial S. Blue baize interior. Maker's paper label on lid. Accessories include period rosewood/brass cleaning rods for both guns, brass mould marked Ward 577, case mouth expander, and mops and brushes. Older replacement straps.
Condition: Shotgun: Fine. Barrels show 60-70% browned finish. Left barrels shows a slight bulge and dent. Bright bores with some frosting. Action shows 30-40% case colors with silver-gray patina. Triggerguard and action shows some spotting. Older re-freshed stock
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

*A Fine Engraved K.D. Raddcliffe Side-by-Side Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #511 (Sale Order 462 of 710)

Serial no. 3385, 12-gauge, 2 1/2-inch chambers, 28-inch solid rib barrels with improved and modified chokes, British proofmarks; nitro proofed; German silver bead front sight, top rib inscribed: K.D. RADDCLIFFE COLCHESTER. Double triggers; automatic ejectors; automatic safety; sculpted recoil shields with elegant riband motifs; fine floral, scroll and border engraved, including setter and pointer panel scene on triggerguard; Gold inlaid SAFE on upper tang. Anson-Deeley fore-end release; checkered and varnished straight select walnut stocks with splinter fore-end; checkered butt; silver oval escutcheon on bottom of butt.
Condition: Fine. Old refinish. 99% blackened barrels; gray patina to breech; repair to lower tang, visible with two-tone blue. Fine bores. Wear on steel and wood.
Notes: Marking on bottom of barrel lugs indicate "SLEEVED."
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Cased and Engraved Army and Navy Farquharson Falling Block Single Shot Rifle, with Extensive Accesso

Lot #512 (Sale Order 463 of 710)

Serial no. 41042, .450/400 3 1/4-inch caliber, built for cordite loads, 26 1/2-inch round barrel inscribed on top "ARMY & NAVY C.S. LD LONDON", with express rear sights for 100, 200 and 300 yards; gold bead front on blade dovetailed on low ramp at muzzle; barrel also includes inscription indicating: "FLUSS STAHL KRUPP, ESSEN" as source of steel; gray-finished frame with fine scroll and border engraving, matching on blued lever, triggerguard, pistolgrip cap and steel shotgun-type buttplate. Hand-rubbed oil-finished select walnut checkered pistolgrip stocks; horn fore-end cap; sling swivel studs. Numerous accessories include modern hard case of canvas and leather, lined in green felt, with Army and Navy trade label; 1000 Berdan primers #172 by Kynoch, 96 Winchester 300 grain .411" bullets, 200 Kynoch 400 grain, solids, .410"; Kynoch ammunition in five round packets: .450/.400 3 1/4" 400 grain: 40 solids (lot no. 4ms), 15 softnose (lot #9) and 10 fired cases. Plus Lyman mould no. 410219 (RN) casts @376 grain in type metal ; Lyman H & I dies for lead bullet sizer at .412"; RCBS custom dies for .450/400 (made specifically to this rifle's chamber); RCBS .450/400 shell holder; Sweany Site-A-Line Collimator spud .41 caliber; Galazan sling hooks; Kynoch snap caps (2) .450/400 nickel-plated. Modern paper trade label lists Army and Navy Cooperative Society at 105, Victoria St., Westminster, S.W., in London.
Condition: Fine as refinished. Excellent bore.
Notes: Accompanied by copies of information from Walter G. Winfer, British Single Shot Rifles, Volume 3, W.J. Jeffery and the Trade Farquharsons.Engraving restored by Robert Swartley, a protege of Joseph Fugger of Griffin & Howe, and one of America's foremost arms engravers.
Provenance: See File
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

*Parker Double Barrel Hammerless Shotgun, c. 1906

Lot #513 (Sale Order 464 of 710)

Serial no. 143259, 12-gauge, 28-inch Vulcan steel barrels with standard markings, German silver bead front sight; full and modified chokes; automatic safety, extractors, double triggers; V stamped on top of frame water table; V within circle and WK in circle on bottom of barrel lug; blued and case-hardened finish; border engraved. Varnished and checkered walnut pistolgrip stocks, with composition buttplate. Length of pull, 14 1/4-inches.
Condition: Very good. 50% blue, fading to brown patina; traces case-hardening on breech, with light pitting, wear, and gray and brown patina; wear on barrels. Fine bores. 75% varnish; worn fore-end; light chipping on toe of buttplate.
Estimate: 2000 - 2500

*Parker DHE Grade Double Barrel Hammerless Trap Gun, c. 1915

Lot #514 (Sale Order 465 of 710)

Serial no. 171575, 12-gauge, 32-inch Titanic steel barrels with standard markings, German silver bead front sight and ivory bead center sight on matted rib barrels; full chokes; made without safety; ejectors, single selective trigger; 3 and DH within cartouche stamped on top of frame water table; J.G. within circle and T in circle on bottom of barrel lug; blued and case-hardened finish; scroll and game scene engraved with pointer on one side of frame and setter on other; bird scene on bottom of frame. Varnished and checkered select walnut straight stocks with oval silver escutcheon on bottom of buttstock; red rubber NOSHOC buttpad. Length of pull, 14 5/16-inches. Weight of approximately 8 lbs.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrels; light spot of pitting on left side of barrel at breech; light wear on barrels; traces case-hardening on breech, balance gray with light pitting. Excellent bores. 80% varnish; wear; marks on buttstock; buttpad after-market.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

*Parker PH Grade Double Barrel Hammerless Shotgun, c. 1927, with Original Hang Tag

Lot #515 (Sale Order 466 of 710)

Serial no. 223881, 10-gauge, 32-inch Parker steel barrels with standard markings, German silver bead front sight on matted rib barrels; chokes; automatic safety; automatic ejectors, double triggers; PH and P stamped on top of frame water table; P in circle and HT/A as well as 5 with 8 on bottom of barrel lug; blued and case-hardened finish; scroll and border engraved on frame, barrel release lever and fore-end mounts. Varnished and checkered select walnut pistolgrip stocks with shield-shaped German silver escutcheon on bottom of buttstock; composition buttplate. Length of pull, 14 1/4-inches. Weight 9 lbs. 1 ounce. Factory hang tag marked with serial number, weight, gauge, barrel length, etc.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue on barrels; light patina on side of left barrel at breech up to end of fore-end; triggerguard with brown patina; frame with 85% case-hardening, light surface pitting and some fading patina. Excellent bores. Stocks with 95% varnish and with light chipping near buttplate, mars on left side of butt, and small chip from buttplate at toe. Hang tag with brown patina, torn in three pieces.
Estimate: 20000 - 30000

*12 gauge Parker DHE Double Barrel Shotgun 2 Barrel Set.

Lot #516 (Sale Order 467 of 710)

Serial no 189350. 12-gauge. 30-inch and 32 1/4-inch barrels. 30 inch Titanic barrel with matted concave rib. 32 1/4-inch Special Steel barrels with matted flat ventilated rib marked: Parker Bros. Makers. Meriden. CT. U.S.A. Parker Spec. Steel. Casehardened number 1 1/2-frame engraved with foliate scroll and game scenes: pointer, setter and four pheasants. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of well-figured light colored walnut. Drop points. Vacant silver oval. Later Silver's type recoil pad. Finely checkered splinter fore-ends for each set of barrels.
Condition: Fine, as partially redone. 30-inch barrels show 90-95% bluing with some faded areas and numerous scratches. Right barrel shows numerous light to medium dents. Left barrel shows a slight dent. Bright bores with some riveling. 32-inch barrels show 99% reblued finish with filled vent holes on lower ribs. Left barrel shows a slight dent. Bright bores. Action / 30-inch barrels show slight looseness. Action / 32-inch barrels show looseness. Action shows 10-15% case colors in protected areas. Refinished stock shows handling marks and a few nicks. Refinished fore-end (30-inch barrels) shows handling marks. Fore-end (32-inch barrels) shows handling marks and losses to finish.
Notes: While the 32-inch barrels are numbered to the gun, it appears that they were a later addition.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

**12-Gauge Churchill Regal Grade Boxlock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #517 (Sale Order 468 of 710)

Serial no. 23848. 12-gauge. 28-inch barrels. Matted Churchill-style rib. Casehardened scalloped boxlock action 80% engraved with fine foliate scroll and bouquets. Ejectors. Automatic safety. Beaded fences. Finely checkered straight-grip stock of contrasting straight grain walnut. Leather-covered recoil pad. Drop points. Finely checkered splinter fore-end with Anson-style release.
Condition: Excellent, showing little use. Barrels show 98% bluing. Bright bores. Action shows 98% case colors mostly vivid. Breechface shows limited marks. Wood shows light handling marks. Leather covering shows age and scuffing.
Addendum: Cast: ¼” cast on for left-handed shooter.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Cased 12 Gauge Francotte Sidelock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun.

Lot #518 (Sale Order 469 of 710)

Serial no. 90540. 12 gauge. 27 5/8-inch chopper lump barrels marked: Auguste Francotte Brevette-Liege/G. Burgin-Basel. Concave matted rib. Case-hardened bar-action sidelock engraved with chevron borders and very fine foliate scroll. Hidden third fastener. Beaded fences. Disc-set strikers. Gold-plated lock work. Gold-plated cocking indicators . Hand-detachable locks. Finely checkered straight-grip stock of figured walnut. Gold oval with initials. Drop points. Checkered butt. Finely checkered splinter fore-end. Leather trunk case with red baize interior, brass corners and lock.
Condition: Very Good. Barrels show 70-80% bluing with losses at fore-end and in front of fore-end. Barrels and rib show a nick near the breech. Slight ring bulge at left muzzle. Bright bores. Action shows 80-90% mostly vivid case colors. Triggerguard shows losses to finish on tang. Stock shows a crack at head on right side extending under lockplate. Stock with a number of handling marks. Well defined checkering. Case in excellent condition with some nicks and impressions to exterior.
Addendum: Crack in stock extends under lock to triggergaurd.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

**Cased 20-Gauge Beretta Model AL391 Teknys Gold Sporting Semi-automatic Shotgun.

Lot #519 (Sale Order 470 of 710)

Serial no. AA256191. 20-gauge. 30-inch barrel with choke insert. Grooved ventilated rib. Satin semiautomatic action with blue enameled medallions at rear. Jeweled bolt. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Gel-tec recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-end of highly figured walnut. Blue plastic maker's lightweight case.
Condition: Excellent, showing little use. Wood shows a few light handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 1000 - 1400

**Cased 12 and 20-Gauge Perazzi Mirage Model Over and Under Two Barrel Set.

Lot #520 (Sale Order 471 of 710)

Serial no. 95888. 12 and 20 gauge. 30 3/4-inch monoblocked barrels with matted flat ventilated ribs. Choke inserts. Blued boxlock action with floral panels on the sides with fine foliate scroll surrounds. Grouse in flight in gold on underside. Ejectors. Single non-selective trigger. Non-automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured light colored walnut. Horn grip cap. Kick-eez recoil pad. Black plastic maker's single gun trunk case. Spare set of barrel in black plastic maker's single barrel case.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 99% bluing. Bright bores. Action shows 96% bluing with losses behind safety. Stock shows slight handling marks. Cases in excellent condition.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**Cased 20 Gauge and 28 Gauge Perazzi Model MX8-20 Sporting Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun 2

Lot #521 (Sale Order 472 of 710)

Serial no. 116180. 20 gauge and 28-gauge. 20-gauge - 30 3/4-inch barrels with side vents. Matted ventilated rib with two beads. 28-gauge - 30 3/4-inch separated barrels joined at breech and muzzle. Blued action marked: Sporting. Floral design on pierced top lever. Gold-plated single selective trigger. Automatic safety. Ejectors. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of well-figured contrasting dark walnut. Leather-covered recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-ends, for each set of barrels, of well-figured walnut. Red plastic maker's case for two sets of barrels with three combination locks.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 98% bluing with losses under the fore-end. Bright bores. Action shows 99% bluing. Wood shows very light handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

**Cased 28-Gauge Perazzi Model MX8-20 Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #522 (Sale Order 473 of 710)

Serial no. 124272. 28-gauge. 30 3/4-inch separated barrels joined at breech and muzzle. Matted flat ventilated rib. Blued boxlock action. Ejectors. Single non-selective trigger. Non-automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Decelerator recoil pad with 11/16-inch spacer. Flat knob.Finely checkered fore-end. Plastic maker's trunk case.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 98% blued finish. Bright bores. Action shows 98% bluing with losses under safety slide. Stock shows numerous impressions on left side of stock near butt. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**Cased 20 and 28-Gauge Perazzi Model MX8 20 L. Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun Composed Thre

Lot #523 (Sale Order 474 of 710)

Serial no. 111041. 20-gauge. 29 1/2-inch barrels with ventilated matted rib. Double beads. Serial no. 123246. 20-gauge. 33 7/8-inch barrels. Serial no. 111042 28-gauge. 29 1/2-inch barrels with ventilated matted rib. Blued boxlock action engraved with fine foliate scroll and floral medallion. Grouse in flight in gold on underside. Ejectors. Gold plated single non-selective trigger. Non-automatic safety. Hold-open action. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-ends for each set of barrels. Black plastic maker's trunk case for single gun. Extra barrels in black plastic maker's single barrel cases.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 98% bluing with losses under fore-end. Bright bores. Action shows 99% bluing. Wood shows numerous impressions on underside and lower left side of stock. 20 gauge fore-end shows light handling marks. 28 gauge fore-end shows a small chip at rear on left side. Cases in excellent condition.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

**12-Gauge Krieghoff Model K-80 Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun with custom wood.

Lot #524 (Sale Order 475 of 710)

Serial no. 24481. 12 gauge. 30-inch mono-blocked barrels with choke inserts. Matted flat rib. Coin-finished boxlock action fully engraved with bold foliate scroll. Locking non-automatic safety. Gold plated single selective trigger. Finely checkered custom pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Gold-plated gripcap marked: Brent Umberger / Master stockmaker. Kick-eze recoil pad. Checkered panels at head of stock. Finely checkered custom enlarged fore-end. Stock and fore-end show ornate checkering with scalloped banding.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 96-98% bluing with losses under fore-end. Bright bores. Wood shows a few very light handling marks.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

**Cased 12 and 20-Gauge Krieghoff Model 32 Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Lot #525 (Sale Order 476 of 710)

Serial no. 5482. 12-gauge: 30-inch monoblocked barrels with matted flat ventilated rib. 20-gauge: 30-inch monoblocked barrels with insert chokes and matted flat ventilated rib. Blued boxlock action with foliate scroll engraved panel. Ejectors. Locking non-automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip Monte Carlo stock of well-figured light colored walnut with a palmswell. Flat knob. Terminator recoil pad with 1/2-inch extension. Finely checkered fore-end. Maker's aluminium framed heavy gun case by Americase. Blue velvet interior.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 96-98% bluing with losses mostly under fore-end. Bright bores. Action shows 99% bluing. Wood shows a few light handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**Cased 20-Gauge Krieghoff Model K-20 Boxlock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #526 (Sale Order 477 of 710)

Serial no. 001155. 20 gauge. 30-inch barrel with choke inserts. Matted flat rib. Coin-finished boxlock action fully engraved with bold foliate scroll. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Locking non-automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured dark walnut with palmswell. Flat knob. Decelerator recoil pad with 5/8-inch spacer. Finely checkered enlarged fore-end. Maker's aluminium framed heavy travel case by Americase with red velvet interior. Marked K-20 by Krieghoff.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 98% bluing. Bright bores. Wood shows very slight handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

**28 Gauge Ithaca Classic Doubles Grade 7E Classic Double Barrel Shotgun with case.

Lot #527 (Sale Order 478 of 710)

Serial no. 471212. 28-gauge. 29-inch barrels marked: Ithaca Classic Doubles / Krupp Steel. Matted slightly concave rib. Two-inch wedges of oak leaf and acorn engraving on barrels at breech. Case-hardened boxlock action engraved with oak leaves and game scenes in gold: pair of pheasants and pair of ducks in flight on sides and eagle with wings spread on floorplate. Woodcock on gold on top lever. Pointer in gold on triggerguard. Engraving signed by J. Jones. Ejectors, Non-automatic safety. Finely checkered straight-grip stock of highly-figured walnut. Gold oval with initials. Checkering with scalloped borders and banding. Checkered panels at head of stock. Checkered butt. Finely checkered semi-beavertail fore-end with horn inlay at tip. Deeley-style release. Leather covered trunk case with maroon interior. Leather corners. A.H. Fox (new) label.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Gold eagle shows losses. Wood shows very slight handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**20-gauge Arrieta Sidelock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun with leather case

Lot #528 (Sale Order 479 of 710)

Serial no. 57-03-299-99. 28 -gauge. 28-inch barrels with game rib. Case-hardened sidelock action with bar-action locks engraved with foliate scroll and bouquets. Southgate-style ejectors. Single non-selective trigger. Automatic safety. Disc-set strikers. Finely checkered straight-grip stock of contrasting figured walnut. Finely checkered splinter fore-end. Leather trunk case with olive interior and Piotti label.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 99% bluing. Bright bores. Action shows 85-90% vivid case colors with considerable freckling. Wood shows light handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 2500 - 4000

**.410 Arrietta Roundbody Sidelock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun.

Lot #529 (Sale Order 480 of 710)

Serial no. 57-03-126-04. .410. 29-inch barrels. Game rib. Case-hardened roundbody action with bar-action sidelocks engraved with fine foliate scroll and floral displays. Cocking indicators, Hinged front trigger. Southgate-style ejectors. Disc set-strikers. Automatic safety. Finely checkered straight-grip stock of highy figured contrasting walnut. Checkered butt. Finely checkered splinter fore-end.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 99% bluing. Bright bores. Action shows 96-98% vivid case colors with slight losses to edges of action. Wood shows slight handling marks.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**20-Gauge Ithaca Classic Doubles Competition Model Double Barrel Shotgun.

Lot #530 (Sale Order 481 of 710)

Serial no. 471122. 20-gauge. 30-inch barrels. Concave matted rib. Border engraved casehardened boxlock action engraved with floral details. Stippled fences. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Manual safety. Underside of action marked: Ithaca Competition in gold. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of figured light-colored walnut. Leather covered recoil pad. Hard rubber grip cap. Finely checkered splinter fore-end with horn tip. Checkering with scalloped borders, bands and fleur-de-lys.
Condition: Excellent, showing little use.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*12 Gauge Ithaca NID Grade 4 Boxlock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun with case.

Lot #531 (Sale Order 482 of 710)

Serial no. 443553. 12 Gauge. 32-inch barrels with matted flat rib with double beads. Casehardened boxlock action with bold floral designs and game scenes: pheasant and duck on sides of action. Cocking indicators. Ejectors. Manual safety. Miller single-selective trigger with selector at safety. Finely checkered half-pistolgrip stock of partially figured walnut with crotch grain. Checkering with scalloped border, banding and fleur-de-lys. Hard rubber grip cap. Later recoil pad. Finely checkered beavertail fore-end. Browning canvas covered trunk case with leather trim. Dual brass locks.
Condition: Excellent, as partially redone. Barrel show 94-96% bluing with some slight spotting. Majority of losses under fore-end. Bright bores with some frosting. Action shows 50-60% muted case colors. Action / barrels show very slight looseness. Refinished stock shows a replaced sections at the head and numerous light marks. Fore-end shows slight wear to finish and handling marks. Case in excellent condition with marks and a scratch on the lid.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Westley-Richards Bolt Action Sporting Rifle with Telescopic Sight

Lot #532 (Sale Order 483 of 710)

Serial no. 43008, .458 caliber, 24-inch barrel with hooded front sight and open "V" notch rear sight. Mounted with a Leupold II 1.5X-5X Vari-X telescopic sight. Blued finish. Polished steel bolt. Checkered satin walnut with recoil pad. Quick-release sling mounts with military-style leather sling.
Condition: Excellent as refinished. Retaining approximately 95-99% reblued finish with slight handling wear present. Mid-sight position with filled holes on left side. Wood excellent.
Estimate: 9000 - 12000

*Custom Gold-Inlaid and Engraved Double Barrel Over & Under Sporting Rifle, Built on Browning System

Lot #533 (Sale Order 484 of 710)

Serial no. 90140, .577 Nitro Express, 26 7/8-inch barrels, with British proof markings on left side of breech of upper barrel, including reference to 14 tons; express style sights on matted quarter rib; brass bead front sight on steel blade on ramp; gold-plated single trigger; thumb safety allowing for barrel selection; extractors; blued finish; flush gold elephant, black rhinoceros and Cape buffalo panel scenes; scroll engraved breech and triggerguard; checkered and varnished select walnut semipistol grip stocks with rubber Kickeez buttpad; sling swivel studs.
Condition: Very good to fine. Fine bores; wear; barrels likely refinished.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

*12-Gauge Pre-war Merkel Model 204E Sidelock Ejector Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #534 (Sale Order 485 of 710)

Serial no. 23174. 12-gauge. 29 1/8-inch Bohler steel barrels with flat matted solid rib. Case-hardened action with back-action locks. Action and locks engraved with fine foliate scroll and ring of blossoms. Cocking indicators. Ejectors. Hinged front trigger. Manual safety. Kersten bolt. Finely checkered half-pistolgrip stock of figured walnut. Round knob. Horn buttplate. Sling swivels. Three-piece fore-end with Deeley-style release.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 96-98% bluing. Upper bore shows two slight dents. Rib shows a few nicks. Bright bores. Action shows 99% dark vivid case colors. Stock shows light raised grain and a few light handling marks. Checkering shows some light impressions. Fore-end shows impressions and dents in small area of left side with a few scattered small dents.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

*Rare .300 Savage Pre '64 Winchester Type 2 Model 70 Carbine

Lot #535 (Sale Order 486 of 710)

Serial number 75304. .300 Savage. 20-inch barrel; hooded front bead sight. Redfield target peep sight, factory rear sight dovetail fitted with Redfield spacer. Blued finish. Checkered pistolgrip stock of straight-grained walnut. Checkered buttplate. Sling swivels.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent. Metal shows 94-96% bluing with an area on top of barrel showing losses to bluing and a few wear points near muzzle. Excellent bore. Stock shows deep nick on comb and a few impressions on fore-end.
Notes: According to consignor, one of four known Model 70 carbines in this caliber. The Redfield sight was an accessory and is contoured to keep from hitting the stock.
Estimate: 8500 - 10000

*.270 Win. Pre-'64 Winchester Type 2 Model 70 Bolt Action Target Rifle

Lot #536 (Sale Order 487 of 710)

Serial Number 87008; Caliber .270 W.C.F.; 24" Medium weight barrel; national match walnut stock; blued finish; fitted with Lyman 77 globe front sight and Lyman 48 rear peep sight; telescope bases; standard markings; checkered steel buttplate; three sling swivels mounted
Condition: Very Good to excellent; retains approximately 96-98% original blue finish; minor handling marks on barrel; small scratch to left side of barrel near tip of forend; small mar in finish of triggerguard; small spot of corrosion on muzzle crown; stock in very good condition, mostly displaying handling and storage marks and slight dings; one three-inch, scratch on the left comb of the stock.
Estimate: 1750 - 2250

*30.06 Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 National Match Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #537 (Sale Order 488 of 710)

Serial Number 145878; .30-06. 24-inch barrel; walnut oversize target stock; fitted with telescope bases, Lyman 77 globe front sight, and Lyman 48 rear sight; standard markings; checkered steel buttplate; three sling swivels mounted
Condition: Very good condition. Barrel retains approximately 94 -96% original finish with considerable spotting on underside of barrel. Pinpricks of corrosion on front and rear Lyman sights, top of bolt, and bolt knob. Stock in excellent condition with a few handling marks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

*.220 Swift Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle with Factory Box

Lot #538 (Sale Order 489 of 710)

Serial Number 258735; .220 Swift. 24-inch Barrel; blue finish; walnut stock; standard flip rear sight; hooded front sight, sight hood present; steel buttplate; sling swivels mounted
Condition: Excellent. Metal showing 96-98% of bluing. Stock showing minor handling marks. Box in good condition with deteroriation to corners; label is torn and damaged.
Estimate: 2000 - 2250

*.300 H&H Mag. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Super Grade Rifle

Lot #539 (Sale Order 490 of 710)

Serial number 279375; .300 H&H Magnum. 26 inch barrel. Standard leaf rear sight, hooded gold bead front sight with hood. Checkered pistolgrip stock of slightly figured walnut. Stock with black bake-lite grip cap and fore-end tip. Cheekpiece. Sling swivels. Steel buttplate. Floorplate marked: Super Grade.
Condition: Very Good-Excellent. Metal shows 94-96% blued finish. with very light marks to barrel and wear at muzzle, Buttplate shows 90-95% blued finish. Floorplate shows losses to edges. Bolt shows slight spotting. Triggerguard shows 90% bluing with a very small nick. Stock shows a few very slight handling marks.
Estimate: 2750 - 3500

*30-06 Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle with telescopic sight.

Lot #540 (Sale Order 491 of 710)

Serial no. 338558. 30-06 Springfield Caliber 22-inch barrel with ramped front sight and folding rear sight. Blued bolt action. Possible replacement pistolgrip Monte Carlo stock of slightly figured walnut with fancy checkering patterns with banding and fleur-de-lys. Barrel channel shows glass bedding. Checkered steel buttplate. Sling swivels. Leupold Vari-X 3.5 x 10 telescopic sight with Leupold mount and one-piece base.
Condition: Excellent, shows little use.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*.358 Win. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #541 (Sale Order 492 of 710)

Serial number 340880; .358 Winchester. 22-inch barrel; blued finish; checkered walnut stock; buckhorn leaf rear sight; hooded ramped bead front sight, sight hood and sling swivels. Aluminium buttplate
Condition: Excellent. Metal shows 98% blued finish. Floorplate shows 96-98% black finish with area of slight thinning. Triggerguard with two fine handling marks. Wood shows a 1/2-inch scratch on the left side. Buttplate shows two small marks.
Notes: Note: This caliber is the rarest of the featherweight rifles.
Estimate: 2500 - 3000

**.243 Win. Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #542 (Sale Order 493 of 710)

Serial number 412096; .243 Winchester. 22" barrel with folding leaf rear sight and hooded gold bead front sight. Marked "Super Grade" on floorplate. Engine turned bolt and follower. Blued finish. Checkered pistolgrip Monte-Carlo stock of straight-grain walnut. Cheekpiece. Sling swivels. Aluminium buttplate.
Condition: Very Good. Metal shows 94-95% bluing with some corrosion at muzzle and slight loss on top of front receiver ring between mounting screws. Stock has small dents to right forend checkering; some crazing to finish on right-hand side of forend tip. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 4500 - 5500

**.338 Win. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #543 (Sale Order 494 of 710)

Serial number 519744. .338 Winchester Magnum. 24-inch barrel. Hooded front sight with standard leaf rear. Blued finish. Checkered pistolgrip of slightly figured walnut. Winchester stamped recoil pad. Sling swivels.
Condition: Excelent condition. Metal shows 99% bluing with slight wear at muzzle. Excellent bore. Stock shows a few slight handling marks. Two small groups of impressions on fore-end.
Estimate: 2000 - 2500

**.264 Win. Mag. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Actiion Rifle

Lot #544 (Sale Order 495 of 710)

Serial number 547435; .264 Winchester Magnum. 22-inch Barrel; standard flip rear sight; standard hooded bead sight, hood present; ventilated Winchester stamped recoil pad; sling swivels fitted
Condition: Very Good. Metal shows 96-98% blued finish with a few handling marks. Small amount of wear to blue on extractor. Stock shows a some small dings, nicks and impressions.
Estimate: 1500 - 1750

**.300 H&H Mag. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Bull Target Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #545 (Sale Order 496 of 710)

Serial number 553170. .300 H&H Magnum. 28" Heavy Bull Barrel; blued finish. No sights. Pistolgrip National Match stock of slightly figured walnut. Checkered steel buttplate
Condition: Very Good Condition; Metal shows 96-98% bluing with some thinning blue in spots on barrel; scratches and wear spots to floorplate and triggerguard. Stock shows numerous handling marks mostly on underside of fore-end. Loss of finish to fore-end tip. Excellent bore
Estimate: 1700 - 2250

**.264 Win. Mag. Pre '64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #546 (Sale Order 497 of 710)

Serial Number 553951; .264 Winchester Magnum. 26-inch barrel with flip-up rear sight and hooded front sight. Blued bolt action. Checkered Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock of straight grain walnut. Sling swivels. Checkered hard rubber buttplate.
Condition: Excellent. Metal shows 98% bluing with the barrel showing some slight marks and small wear spots. Bolt shows slight spotting. Extractor ring shows losses to bluing. Stock shows small impressions in front of bolt handle, light impressions on the right side near the butt and a small areas of finish loss at butt on left side. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

**20-Gauge Winchester Model 12 Skeet Model Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #547 (Sale Order 498 of 710)

Serial no. 1968117. 20 gauge. 26-inch barrel with factory ventilated rib. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Black Decelerator recoil pad with a 1/2-inch extension. Matted gripcap with red "W".
Condition: Excellent, showing little use. Barrel shows 96-98% bluing. Magazine tube shows 94-96% bluing. Action shows 99% bluing. Bright bore. Wood shows light handling marks and a one inch scratch at toe of stock.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

LOT WITHDRAWN

Lot #548 (Sale Order 499 of 710)

**12 Gauge Ruger Red Line Woodside Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #549 (Sale Order 500 of 710)

Serial 430 - 01364. 12 gauge. 26-inch barrels with matted flat ventilated rib. Choke inserts. Stainless steel action. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of slightly figured walnut. Recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-end.
Condition: Excellent, shows little use. Wood shows impressions on left cheek panel.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

**20-Gauge Ruger Red Line Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #550 (Sale Order 501 of 710)

Serial no. 401 - 07658. 20 gauge. 26-inch barrels with matted flat ventilated rib. Choke inserts. Stainless steel boxlock action. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Automatic safety. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of slightly figured walnut. Steel gripcap. Recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-end.
Condition: Excellent, showing little use. Wood shows a few light handling marks.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

**.308 Win. Ruger No. 1-B Standard Single Shot Rifle

Lot #551 (Sale Order 502 of 710)

Serial number 928; .308 Winchester. 26-inch medium barrel; no sights; semi-beavertail forearm, quarter-rib with 1- inch Ruger scope rings; walnut stock ; red rubber buttstock
Condition: Excellent. Metal shows 98% finish with slight handling marks on barrel and receiver sides. Stock shows slight nicks to the left side of the fore-end. Excellent bore.
Notes: The .308 Win. is a rarely seen caliber in this model.
Estimate: 1500 - 1750

**12 Gauge Browning Citori Over and Under Shotgun.

Lot #552 (Sale Order 503 of 710)

Serial no. 01796PW103. 12 gauge. 26-inch barrels with Invector chokes. Matted flat ventilated rib. Blued boxlock action with foliate scroll/floral panels. Gold plated single selective trigger. Ejectors. Finely checkered straight grip stock of generally straight grain walnut. Pachmayr Old English recoil pad. Finely checkered fore-end with schnable tip. Instruction booklet.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use.
Estimate: 600 - 800

**12 Gauge Browning Midas Grade Skeet-style Superposed Shotgun

Lot #553 (Sale Order 504 of 710)

Serial no. 30782 S70. 12-gauge. 26 1/2-inch barrels with 2-inch foliate scroll and floral wedges at breech. Matted flat ventilated rib with double beads. Blued boxlock action with full bold foliate scroll and floral details engraving with game scenes in gold: three ducks springing from a marsh, three pheasants flushing from a field and quail on underside. Engraving signed by: Andre Dierckx. Ejectors. Gold-plated single selective trigger. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of highly figured walnut. Checkering with scalloped borders. Semi-rounded knob. Gold oval with: JES. Finely checkered oversize fore-end of highly figured walnut. Pachmayr White Line recoil pad.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 99% bluing, Bright bores. Action shows 99% bluing. Wood shows some handling marks and fine scratches.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

**12 -Gauge Browning Diana Grade Broadway Trap Superposed Shotgun

Lot #554 (Sale Order 505 of 710)

Serial no. 23965 S70. 12 gauge. 32-inch barrels. Matted flat Broadway ventilated rib. Coin-finished boxlock action engraved with floral details and game scenes: ducks and pheasants in woodland settings. Pair of quail on underside and pair of hares on triggerguard. Engraving signed by W. Janssens. Ejectors. Gold-plated selective single trigger. Finely checkered pistol grip stock of highly figured walnut. Checkering with scalloped borders and arrows. Semi-rounded knob. Finely checkered oversize fore-end of highly figured walnut. Pachmayr Old English recoil pad.
Condition: Excellent, showing limited use. Barrels show 98% bluing. Bright bores. Wood shows very slight handling marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

**Cased 20-Gauge Browning Model B-25 Diana Grade Superposed Shotgun.

Lot #555 (Sale Order 506 of 710)

Serial no. 324NRO2671. 20 - 2 3/4-gauge. 30-inch barrels with matted flat ventilated rib. Choke inserts. Coin-finished boxlock action engraved in the Diana-style with floral details and game scenes: ducks and pheasants in woodland settings. Pair of partridge on underside and pair of hares in triggerguard. Engraving signed by J.M. Debrus. Non-automatic safety. Single selective trigger. Ejectors. Finely checkered pistolgrip stock of well-figured contrasting walnut. Drop points. Flat knob.Terminator recoil pad with 1/8-inch spacer. Finely checkered fore-end of well-figured contrasting walnut. Maroon naugahyde Maker's trunk case with red velvet interior and Browning Custom Shop label.
Condition: Excellent. Barrels show 96-98% bluing with losses under fore-end. Bright bores. Wood shows very slight handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Lot of 8 Assorted Books on Arms and Armor

Lot #556 (Sale Order 507 of 710)

Comprising: 1) A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms & Armor by Stone. 2) Collecting Antique Firearms by Kelvin. 3) Sporting Guns by Akehurst. 4) The Thompson Submachine Gun by Cox. 5) The Treasury of the Gun by Peterson. 6) Guns of the West by Chapel. 7) Winchester: The Guns That Won the West by Williamson. 8) The Great Guns by Peterson and Elman.
Condition: Very good to excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Lot of 8 Assorted Books on Firearms

Lot #557 (Sale Order 508 of 710)

Comprising: 1) The Art of Miniature Firearms by Brown and Hall. 2) The Ultimate Spy Book by Melton. 3) Pistols: A Modern Encyclopedia by Stebbins. 4) The Handgun by Boothroyd. 5) Antique Firearms at the Hermitage Museum by Tarassuk [Russian Text]. 6) OSS Special Weapons & Equipment by Melton. 7) The World's Finest Sporting Guns by Blackmore. 8) Kombinations Waffen by Karpinski.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Lot of 62 Assorted Arms & Armor Catalogs and Booklets

Lot #558 (Sale Order 509 of 710)

Comprising 17 assorted Christie's; 5 Sotheby's; 7 Peter Finer; 14 Butterfield & Butterfield; 6 Little John's; 2 Rock Island and 13 other examples. Two examples have no covers.
Condition: All showing minor handling wear.
Addendum: Rib shows a deep dent over the fore-end.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Lot of 11 Assorted Books on Arms and Armor

Lot #559 (Sale Order 510 of 710)

Comprising: 1) The Armouries of the Tower of London: The Ordnance by Blackmore. 2) Dutch Firearms by Arne Hoff. 3) Treasures From the Tower of London by Norman & Wilson. 4) Arms & Armor by Byam. 5) Walther Models PP and PPK 1929-1945. [two volumes] by Rankin. 6) Guns of the World by Tanner. 7) Wallace Collection: European Arms & Armour [two volumes]. 8) Pistols of the World by Blair. 9) One Hundred Great Guns by Lindsay.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #600 (Sale Order 511 of 710)

Serial no. 4858, .36 caliber, 5 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with single-line New York address. Rebated 5-shot cylinder. Frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina and light pitting. Cylinder scene present but showing scattered dents. Wedge screw a replacement. Brass with light patina. Grips retaining approximately 60-70% finish with wear and light marks. Butt with minor file marks. Action good.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Scarce Gold-Inlaid London Colt Third Model Derringer

Lot #601 (Sale Order 512 of 710)

Serial no. 570, .41 caliber, 2 3/8-inch blued barrel, the sides and top with gold-inlaid floral scrolls. Left side of barrel with address reading: Colt's Firearms Co./14 Pall Mall, London. Fire-blued hammer. Gilt-finished brass frame. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Barrel retaining traces of blue finish, the remainder with age patina and scattered pitting. Frame retaining gilt finish. Grips with light wear, dents and blemishes. Action good.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Hopkins and Allen "Dictator" Pocket Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #602 (Sale Order 513 of 710)

Serial no. 1163, .36 caliber, 4-inch round barrel marked: "Dictator". 5-shot cylinder with engraved oval panels. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with dark grey age patina with scattered light pitting. Cylinder with dents and wear. Grips showing wear and light marks. Action functions well.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #603 (Sale Order 514 of 710)

Serial no. 139964, .44 caliber, 8-inch barrel with New York address and dovetailed German silver front sight. Brass triggerguard assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey-brown age patina with scattered wear and pitting. Wedge a replacement and screw missing. Cylinder retaining traces of scene. Grips very good with light wear overall. Action a bit rough, the timing needing adjustment.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Bacon First Issue Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #604 (Sale Order 515 of 710)

Seial no. 50, .31 caliber, 4-inch round barrel. 5-shot cylinder, Scroll-engraved frame. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with smooth grey patina, heavy wear and scattered light pitting. Some screws marred or replaced. Grips showing wear with tiny chip to toe of left grip. Action good.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Cooper Firearms Company Double Action Percussion Revolver

Lot #605 (Sale Order 516 of 710)

Serial no. 3205, .31 caliber, 4 7/8-inch octagonal barrel with correct address. Case-hardened lever, hammer and frame. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey-brown age patina and scattered light pitting, Wedge screw missing. Grips very good with light wear, minor marks and tiny chip to toe of left grip. Action needing attention as hammer will not stay cocked on single action mode. Self-cocking action excellent.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Inscribed Manhattan Arms Company Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #606 (Sale Order 517 of 710)

Serial no. 1523, .31 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel with standard address. 6-shot cylinder. Scroll-engraved frame. Varnished walnut grips. Butt inscribed: H. Cross.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Strong cylinder scene. Grips excellent with light wear present. Action very good.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Manhattan Firearms Co. Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #607 (Sale Order 518 of 710)

Serial no. 29310, .36 caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with standard address. Nickel-plated brass triggerguard. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey-brown age patina with scattered patina; minor rust at lever latch. Cylinder with minor dents. Gripstrap retaining approximately 40-45% finish with scattered wear and patina. Wedge a possible later replacement. Grips very good with light wear and patina. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 1000 - 1250

Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver

Lot #608 (Sale Order 519 of 710)

Serial no. 29766, .36 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel with single-line New York address. 5-shot cylinder. Blued finish. Case-hardened lever, hammer and frame. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good to very good. Retaining approximately 25-30% finish, primarily in protected areas, the remainder with grey-brown age patina. Case-hardened elements retaining traces of vibrant color. Grips good with wear and minor dents to butt. Action needs attention as cylinder does not advance when hammer is cocked.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Nepperhan Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #609 (Sale Order 520 of 710)

Serial no. 3337, .31 caliber, 4 1/4-inch octagonal barrel with standard address. 5-shot cylinder. Walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. Some screws replaced. Lip of hammer broken off. Grips with heavy wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Remington New Model Percussion Pocket Pistol

Lot #610 (Sale Order 521 of 710)

Serial no. 10456, .31 caliber, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel. 5-shot cylinder. Spur trigger. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey age patina and light pitting. Grips retaining approximately 85-90% finish with wear to edges. Action very good.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Colt Brevette Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #611 (Sale Order 522 of 710)

Serial no. 10386, .31 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel marked: Colt's/Patent. 5-shot cylinder with engraved hold-up scene. British proofs. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal showing age patina and scattered light pitting. Grips with light wear and bruises. Action needing minor adjustment as cylinder will not advance when hammer is cocked.
Estimate: 1000 - 1200

Bacon Second Issue Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #612 (Sale Order 523 of 710)

Serial no, 71276, .31 caliber, 6-inch round barrel. 5-shot cylinder. Scroll-engraved frame. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina with patches of fine pitting overall. Wedge with chip. Grips with light wear and minor marks. Action very good.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Inscribed Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #613 (Sale Order 524 of 710)

Serial no. 203273, .31 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel with two-line Hartford address. Blued finish. Case-hardened lever, hammer and frame. Frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Fire-blued trigger. 6-shot cylinder. Silver-plated brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Large triggerguard. Backstrap inscribed: J.G. Miller. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 60-65% finish with remaining areas showing grey-brown age patina, Strong cylinder scene. Safety pins between nipple are intact. Traces of vibrant case-hardening remaining. Grips very good to excellent with wear to edges. Tiny chip to toe of right grip. Action excellent.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Belgian Brevette Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #614 (Sale Order 525 of 710)

Serial no. 17669, .36 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked: Colt's/Patent. Liege, Belgian and "N" proofs. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Dark age patina with heavy wear and minor pitting present. Strong cylinder scene. Brass with light patina. Grips with light, even wear. Action good.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Belgian Brevette Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #615 (Sale Order 526 of 710)

Serial no. 16573, .36 caliber, 7 5/8-inch octagonal barrel marked: Colt's/Patent. Blued finish. Scroll-engraved frame. Crown over "U" proofs. Scroll-engraved brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Very good as partially refinished. Retaining approximately 30-40% finish with scattered wear and patina. Barrel and cylinder are refinished. One screw broken. Grips with light wear. Action good.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Belgian Brevete Engraved Self-Cocking Ring-Trigger Percussion Revolver by David H.

Lot #616 (Sale Order 527 of 710)

.41 caliber, 6 7/8-inch octagonal barrel with dove-tailed front sight. Barrel, cylinder and frame engraved with acanthus and floral scrolls. Side of lug marked: Brevete/David H. Liege proofs. Side-mounted loading lever. Ring trigger. Spur-less hammer. One-piece varnished walnut grip. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered pitting overall. Grip excellent. Action good.
Estimate: 700 - 900

American Standard Tool Co. Spur Trigger Pocket Pistol

Lot #617 (Sale Order 528 of 710)

Serial no, 13280, .22 caliber, 3 1/4-inch top-hinged fluted barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Spur trigger. 7-shot cylinder. Walnut grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. Retaining approximately 80-85% dulling finish with scattered wear and flaking. Cylinder with light pitting. Grips with light wear. One grip a possible replacement. Action good. Hinge loose.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Bacon Arms Co. Spur Trigger Pocket Revolver

Lot #618 (Sale Order 529 of 710)

Serial no. 274 , .32 caliber, 4-inch round barrel with standard address. 5-shot cylinder. Spur trigger. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Grips with heavy wear and blemishes. Action needs work as hammer will not stay cocked.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Bacon Percussion Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #619 (Sale Order 530 of 710)

Serial no. 20, .31 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel with standard address. 5-shot cylinder. Cylinder with engraved oval panels. Scroll-engraved frame. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey-brown age patina and scattered light pitting. Grips with 15-25% finish and wear with minor chips to edges. Action good.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Antique Fighting Knife Marked: Leech & Rigdon, Memphis

Lot #620 (Sale Order 531 of 710)

7 3/4-inch spearpoint blade of diamond section, the ricasso marked: Leech & Rigdon/Memphis. Reverse: 25. Brass crossguard and pommel. Ribbed wooden grip with brass wire wrap. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Blade showing heavy wear and pitting with evidence of sharpening present. Brass with light age patina. Grip with brass wire re-wrap. No scabbard. No provenance provided on connection to Confederate gun maker.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Scarce U.S. Hicks Bowie Knife

Lot #621 (Sale Order 532 of 710)

Having an unmarked 9-inch clip-point blade with standard oval brass crossguard. Walnut grip scales with brass languets. No scabbard.
Condition: Fair to good. Blade heavily cleaned and showing scattered age patina and pitting. Grip with light wear and scratches.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Antique Bowie Knife Marked: Dufilho, Orleans

Lot #622 (Sale Order 533 of 710)

7 3/4-inch spearpoint blade, the ricasso marked: Dufilho, Orleans. Steel crossguard. Wooden grip scales with five brass rivets. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Blade cleaned and showing scattered pitting overall. Crossguard with top quillon shortened. Grips are possible replacements. No scabbard.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Interesting and Rare Early Rosewood-Gripped Dagger(c.1830-1850)

Lot #623 (Sale Order 534 of 710)

Having a 6 1/4-inch unmarked spear-point blade of diamond section. Brass crossguard. One-piece rosewood grip of oval section with brass pommel cap. Leather scabbard.
Condition: Fine. Blade with light age patina. Sharpened blade. Grip excellent. Scabbard showing wear and scuffing to leather.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Unusual Ornate 19th Century French Dagger

Lot #624 (Sale Order 535 of 710)

9 1/2-inch tapered blade with raised median ridge. Blade etched with floral scrolls and motto: Son Diep. Cast brass crossguard with scroll-shaped quillons. Ornate relief-carved one-piece ivory grip with floral scrolls and diced panels. Steel scabbard with ring mount.
Condition: Very good. Blade with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Crossguard with age patina. Languets broken. Grip with mellow age patina. Scabbard with scattered pitting and grey patina.
Estimate: 1400 - 1600

Unmarked European Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol with Folding Bayonet

Lot #625 (Sale Order 536 of 710)

Serial no. 550, 7/8-inch bore. 4 3/4-inch polished steel blunderbuss barrel with spring-loaded bayonet. Unmarked flintlock mechanism. Sliding safety. Walnut grip.
Condition: Very good. Steel highly polished and showing scattered wear, pitting and patina. Wood with minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 1800 - 2200

Scarce Thai Army Officer's Sword with Scabbard and Portapee Attributed to the Thai Royal Family

Lot #626 (Sale Order 537 of 710)

27-inch chrome-plated straight blade with single fuller and etched with Royal Thai seal and floral motifs. Ricasso numbered: 1374. Brass three-bar guard with Royal Crest in relief. Pommel with elephant head. Brass wire-wrapped rayskin grip. Brass bullion portapee and sword knot. Contained in original pebble-grain black leather scabbard with brass furniture and two ring mounts.
Condition: Very good. Blade showing light wear and minor areas of frosting and losses of finish. Hilt and scabbard with age wear and patina. Leather with minor scuffs and wear.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Scarce Thai Army Officer's Dress Sword Attributed to the Thai Royal Family [c.1880]

Lot #627 (Sale Order 538 of 710)

31-inch slightly curved blade with single fuller and etched with the Thai Royal crest and floral motifs. Back edge marked: J.F. Bock Hoflieferant Berlin C. German silver three-bar guard with Thai Royal crest in relief. Wire-wrapped rayskin grip. Elephant head pommel. Hinged sideguard. Nickel-plated scabbard with single ring mount.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and patina. Scabbard with minor dents.
Estimate: 500 - 700

French Model 1850 Other Ranks Cavalry Saber

Lot #628 (Sale Order 539 of 710)

Similar in configuration to the U.S. Model 1840 cavalry saber with 32 1/2-inch curved blade, the ricasso marked: F. Horster/Solingen. One wide fuller and one narrow fuller. Standard 3-bar brass guard with wire-wrapped leather grip. Steel scabbard with two ring mounts.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear and patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

French Staff and Field Officers Sword[dated c.1859]

Lot #629 (Sale Order 540 of 710)

30 1/4-inch slightly-curved blade with one wide and one narrow fuller. The back edge inscribed with 1859 date. Brass knucklebow guard with pierced with floral blossoms and scrolls. Ribbed hardwood grip. Steel scabbard with two ring mounts.
Condition: Very good. Blade with light wear. Guard with crack in guard. Grip with minor chips to wood. Scabbard with wear, dents and repair at bottom.
Estimate: 600 - 800

U.S. Model 1860 EM Cavalry Sword with Reproduction Scabbard

Lot #630 (Sale Order 541 of 710)

34 1/4-inch curved blade with ricasso faintly marked: US. Three-bar brass guard. Wire-wrapped leather grip. Steel reproduction scabbard with two-ring mounts.
Condition: Fine as arsenal refinished. Metal with age wear, scattered pitting and age patina. Scabbard excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Fine Pair of Silver-Inlaid Chilean Vaquero Spurs

Lot #631 (Sale Order 542 of 710)

The Chilean silver-mounted vaquero spurs of traditional form. The bands with silver strap bolsters, rivets and inlaid with floral motifs. Pierced silver shanks with floral stars. Heavy 4-inch wide rowels. No straps.
Condition: Very good with age wear and patina.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Pair of Silver-Inlaid Chihuahua-Style Mexican Western Spurs

Lot #632 (Sale Order 543 of 710)

The small pair of Mexican spurs, the bands with silver-inlaid floral scrolls and diagonal bands. Silver-inlaid figure-8 shanks. Flower blossom buttons. 8-pointed rowels. Floral-tooled brown leather straps with roller buckles.
Condition: Good to very good with scattered wear and age patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Belgian Brass Screwbarrel Flintlock Pocket Pistol

Lot #633 (Sale Order 544 of 710)

.45 caliber, 2 5/8-inch brass screw barrel. Brass boxlock action with Belgian proofs. Folding trigger and sliding safety. One-piece slab walnut grip.
Condition: Fine, Brass with light age patina. Minor hammer marks on left side of frame. Grips with light wear. Action very good.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

*U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #636 (Sale Order 545 of 710)

Serial no. 254648, .30-06 caliber, 24 inch barrel with military sights and dated 2-11. Blued finish. Walnut stock with sling mounts. Sold together with Krag bayonet and scabbard dated 1900.
Condition: Good. Retaining approximately 65-75% finish with scattered wear and scratches overall. Wood very good with a few minor marks present. Bayonet and scabbard with scattered wear present. Scabbard with dark age patina and light surface rust.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

German Model 71 Bolt Action Carbine with Scabbard

Lot #637 (Sale Order 546 of 710)

Serial no. 2848D, 12mm, 20-inch barrel with military sights. Breech marked: Oesterr. Waffeb, Ges. Receiver dated: 1876. Walnut stock, the left side of buttstock with image of Chinese dragon made by inlaid brass pins. The right side of buttstock with Chinese characters. Sling mounts. Carbine contained in russet leather scabbard.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey age patina and light wear overall. Minor rust to toggle and sight. Wood with wear and minor marks. Scabbard with wear and minor tears.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Colt Re-Issue Second Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot #638 (Sale Order 547 of 710)

Serial no. 28314, .44 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Case-hardened lever, hammer and frame. Brass squareback triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. One-piece walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. With light storage wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #639 (Sale Order 548 of 710)

Serial no. 194049, .31 caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with New York address, Incorrect replacement wedge. Frame marked: Colt's/Patent. Brass triggerguard and gripstap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey patina and scattered pitting. Wedge replaced. Some screws marred or replaced. Grips good with scattered wear and losses to finish. Action needs repair.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Colt Model 1851 Percussion Revolver

Lot #640 (Sale Order 549 of 710)

Serial no. 137324, .36 caliber, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with New York address. Brass triggerguard assembly. Large triggerguard. One-piece walnut grips.
Condition: Good to very good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. Retaining approximately 20-25% faint cylinder scene. Grips very good with minor wear and scratches. Action good.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Smith & Wesson Frontier Six-Shooter Double Action Revolver

Lot #641 (Sale Order 550 of 710)

Serial no, 21173, .44 Russian caliber, 5-inch fluted barrel. Hard rubber grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey patina and scattered pitting overall. Grips with heavy wear and patina. Screws marred. Mechanism functions well on double action mode but will not stay cocked on single action,.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #642 (Sale Order 551 of 710)

Serial no. illegible, .44 caliber, 8-inch octagonal barrel. Frame with H, A and W inspector stamps. Cylinder with P inspector stamp. Brass triggerguard. Plastic simulated ivory grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with heavy wear and dark brown age patina. Tracking line on cylinder. Action good.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

*Lot of Two Assorted Handguns

Lot #643 (Sale Order 552 of 710)

Comprising: 1) *Iver Johnson pocket revolver. Serial no. 8600, .38 caliber, 3 1/4-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. 5-shot cylinder. Hard rubber grips.2) Reproduction Philadelphia Derringer percussion pocket pistol by Hy Hunter. Serial no. 23963, .44 caliber, 4-inch barrel. Blued finish. Walnut stock with checkered grip.
Condition: 1) Very good. 80-85% finish with wear and flaking present. Grips good. Action needs minor adjustment on trigger return. 2) Very good with light wear and scratches present.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Lot of Three Shooting Accessories

Lot #644 (Sale Order 553 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Unmarked shell pattern brass powder flask with spring-loaded charger. 2) Antique leather shot pouch. Wooden stopper. 3) Medium sized powderhorn. Spring-loaded brass charger. Oval-shaped end.
Condition: All are very good with age wear and patina. Flask with weld repairs to seam and missing one ring.
Estimate: 100 - 150

U.S. Colt Model 1861 Musket

Lot #645 (Sale Order 554 of 710)

.58 caliber, 32 5/8-inch barrel with vacant rear sight and two barrel bands. Lock marked: U.S./Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co./Hartford, Ct. Standard walnut stock with sling mounts. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light to moderate pitting. Wood with chips near tang and butt; scattered dents and bruises overall.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

U.S. Springfield Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle Together with Accompanying Bayonet and Scabbard

Lot #646 (Sale Order 555 of 710)

Serial no. 118597, .30-40 caliber, 29 1/2-inch barrel with standard military sights. Blued finish. Standard walnut stock. Sling mounts. Sold together with original bayonet marked: U.S./1898. Steel scabbard with steel belt hook.
Condition: Very good to excellent. 70-75% finish with scattered wear and patina. Minor surface frosting to barrel. Wood with light wear and minor marks present. Bayonet very good. Blade excellent. Chip to wood grip scale. Scabbard with wear and losses to finish.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #647 (Sale Order 556 of 710)

Serial no. 5966, .38-40 caliber, 24-inch octagonal barrel with dovetailed front sight and two-position folding-leaf rear sight. Button magazine. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and lever. Walnut stocks. Crescent butt.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 25-30% finish with scattered wear and patina overall. Slight traces of silvered case-hardening remaining. Wood with minor chip adjacent top tang and minor crack in toe of buttstock; numerous minor dents and blemishes. Action good.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Colt Lightning Middle Frame Saddle-Ring Slide-Action Carbine

Lot #648 (Sale Order 557 of 710)

Serial number 76731; .44-40 caliber; 20-inch barrel; standard leaf sights; walnut stock and fore-end; saddle-ring on left of receiver.
Condition: Fair. Metal chemically cleaned and showing scattered wear and pitting.Missing one tang screw. Buttstock a crude ill-fitting replacement.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #649 (Sale Order 558 of 710)

Serial no. 369735B, .44-40 caliber, 24-inch octagonal barrel with silver blade front sight and sporting elevation rear sight. Varnished walnut stock. Crescent butt. Cleaning rod in reservoir.
Condition: Good. Metal cleaned, showing smooth grey patina and scattered light pitting. Wood sound with a few minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

U.S. Hall/North Model 1843 Breech-Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #650 (Sale Order 559 of 710)

.52 caliber, 21-inch barrel , the breech marked: N.W.E. Breechblock marked: U.S./S. North/Middtn/Conn//1849. Thumb-operated breech lever. Saddle ring and bar. Walnut stock with no inspector cartouche visible. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light to moderate pitting. Wood with minor wear and bruises.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Spencer Repeater Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #651 (Sale Order 560 of 710)

Serial no. 16777, .52 caliber, 22-inch barrel with pedestal type front sight and two-position folding leaf rear sight. Single barrel band. Case-hardened frame. Stabler cut-off. Saddle ring and bar. Walnut stock with sling eye.
Condition: Fair to good. Metal with grey-brown age patina and light pitting. Frame with traces of silvered case-hardening remaining. Wood with wear and scattered light marks and blemishes. Buttstock loose with lateral crack and minor crack behind frame. Sling eye missing mount. Action needs repair.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Cased Pair of Lord No. 4 Colt Derringers

Lot #652 (Sale Order 561 of 710)

Serial nos. 24795D & 24796D. .22 caliber, 2 1/2-inch browned barrels. Gold-plated frames. Varnished walnut grips. Contained in cerise velvet-lined metal casing together with cleaning rod. Case with original cardboard box cover with serial numbers on top.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Outer box with minor scuffs.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 700 - 900

**Marlin Model 6660 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #653 (Sale Order 562 of 710)

Serial no. 72269198, .22 caliber, 22-inch barrel with standard sights. Blued finish. Varnished walnut stocks.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light handling wear present.
Estimate: 150 - 250

*Parker Brothers Hammerless Boxlock Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #654 (Sale Order 563 of 710)

Serial no. 70896, 12 gauge, 30 1/8-inch damascus barrels with textured rib. Boxlock action. Thumb safety. Extractors. Checkered walnut stocks. Factory hard rubber buttplate.
Condition: Fair. Metal showing a grey-brown age patina with scattered wear and minor nicks present on rib. Major wrist repair with copper re-enforcement panels. Wood with minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Composite Flintlock Fowler

Lot #655 (Sale Order 564 of 710)

10 gauge, 38 1/2-inch barrel with breech marked: 18/G.N. 77SW. Unmarked flintlock mechanism. Brass triggerguard. Sporterized walnut stock with steel ramrod. No buttplate.
Condition: Poor. Metal with dark age patina and scattered pitting overall. Several hairline cracks at wrist and numerous sliver chips present. Buttstock with heavy wear with one large gouge present and butt worn down from use. Lock appears to be a later replacement.
Estimate: 300 - 500

***Winchester Model 425 Pellet Rifle with Telescopic Sight

Lot #656 (Sale Order 565 of 710)

.22 caliber, 15 3/4-inch barrel with hooded front sight and adjustable rear sight. Mounted with a Mossberg 4-power telescopic sight. Walnut stock,
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear overall.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 150 - 250

*Colt Woodsman Target 1st Series Third Issue Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #657 (Sale Order 566 of 710)

Serial no. 181279, .22 LR caliber, 6 5/8-inch barrel. Blue finish and checked brown "Coltwood" plastic factory grips. with extended bottoms. Magazine marked: COLT WOODSMAN CAL 22 LR.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98% original blue finish. Blued magazine and release. Mirror bright bore.
Notes: Manufactured 1946.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

*Colt Woodsman 1st Series Sport Model Semi-Automatic Pistol.

Lot #658 (Sale Order 567 of 710)

Serial no. 152420, .22 LR caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Blue finish with brown plastic "Coltwood" grips with extended bottom. Original blue magazine.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish. Mirror bright bore. Excellent example of hard to find Sport model.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

***Colt National Match Auto Pistol First Year Production.

Lot #659 (Sale Order 568 of 710)

Serial no. 332-MR, .38 Special caliber, 5-inch barrel, blued with gold medallion Colt walnut grips. Adjustable rear sight. Target front sight and trigger. Barrel marked COLT .38 SPEC NM MK III. Magazine marked: COLT .38 SPEC.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent retaining approximately 95-98% finish. Mint grips. Area of pitting on right side of slide at muzzle. Scattered light frosting on right side of frame. Bright bore.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 1200 - 1400

*Colt Government Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #660 (Sale Order 569 of 710)

Serial no. C90516, .45 ACP caliber, 5-inch barrel. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips. Two-tone magazine.
Condition: Excellent as configured. Slide refinished. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish.
Notes: Manufactured 1917.
Estimate: 1200 - 1400

*Colt Government Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #661 (Sale Order 570 of 710)

Serial no. C90230, .45 ACP caliber, 5-inch barrel. Blued finish and checkered walnut grips. Fixed rear sight. Lanyard ring.Two-tone magazine.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent. Retainng 90-97% blued finish. Scattered areas of light frosting. Hoslter wear at muzzle. Light scratches to top of slide. Bright bore.
Estimate: 1500 - 1800

*Colt Model Ace Pre-War First Year Production; .22LR Auto Pistol

Lot #662 (Sale Order 571 of 710)

Serial Number 749, .22 LR caliber, 4 3/4-inch barrel. Slide with standard markings including: COLT ACE .22 LONG RIFLE. Blued finish and checkered walnut grips. Early style adjustable rear sight and half moon style front sight. Arched mainspring housing. Two-tone magazine also marked COLT ACE .22 LONG RIFLE.
Condition: Good. Retaining 85-90% blue. Scattered edge wear and handling marks. Scratches on frame under slide stop.
Estimate: 1400 - 1800

**Composite U.S. Remington Rand Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #663 (Sale Order 572 of 710)

Serial no. 76188, .45 ACP caliber, 5-inch barrel. Barrel bushing marked: 7267718/NM [National Match]. Springfield Armory 1911 frame with Remington Rand slide mounted with National Match-style front sight and "Micro" marked fully adjustable rear target sight; 1911-style "flat" mainspring housing and grip safety. 1911-A1 hammer and custom aluminum adjustable trigger. Slide numbered 9855 below ejection port. Parkerized finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent as reconfigured and refinished. Retaining approximately 98-99% finish with light wear to muzzle. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

*Colt Government Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #664 (Sale Order 573 of 710)

Serial no. C17457, .45 ACP caliber, 5-inch barrel. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring. two-tone magazine.
Condition: Good to Very Good. Retaining 80-90% blue finish.Scattered light pitting on frame. Light scratches to frame near disassembly pins.
Notes: Manufactured 1915.
Estimate: 1200 - 1400

*Mauser C-96 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol.SERIAL NO. 61087.

Lot #665 (Sale Order 574 of 710)

Serial no. 61087, .30 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel. Blue finish with fine groove walnut grips. 1000 meter tangent rear sight. Lanyard ring. Top of breech marked WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBENDORF A/N.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98% blue. Left side of magazine showing area of light frosting. Bright bore.
Estimate: 1500 - 1800

*German Engraved System Aydt Single-Shot Schutzen Target Rifle

Lot #666 (Sale Order 575 of 710)

Serial no. 136, 7.6mm, 32-inch octagonal barrel with "wing" type front sight with adjustable windage key. Bottom of barrel dated: 8/26. Top of barrel with textured top flat and vacant sight rail. Case-hardened frame and lever, the sides finely engraved with floral borders and circular pictorial panels with hunter motifs. Drop-block action. Tang with peep sight mount [sight not present]. Removable double set trigger assembly. Scrolling triggerguard breech lever. Finely checkered deluxe walnut schutzen stocks with deep cheek rest and scalloped German silver wedge escutcheons. Schutzen buttplate. Sling mounts. A fine example of a German schutzen target rifle.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% thinning blue finish on barrel and silvered case-hardening on frame and lever. Wood excellent with minor wear and bruises.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

German System Aydt Single-Shot Schutzen Target Rifle by Dollman & Oppermann, Gottingen

Lot #667 (Sale Order 576 of 710)

Serial no. 132, 8.15 X 46R, 32 1/4-inch octagonal barrel dated 1-12 with hooded and ramped bead-type front sight. Textured top-flat, the breech marked: Dollmann & Oppermann, Gottingen. Crown over "B" and crown over "U" proofs. Rear of barrel with vacant sight rails. Top of frame with gold-inlaid legend: Original System Aydt. Case-hardened frame with engraved border detail. Drop-block action. Removable double set-trigger assembly. Case-hardened scroll-type triggerguard. Tang-mounted cup-type peep sight. Checkered walnut schutzen stocks with deep cheek rest and finely carved thumb rest. Bottom of fore-end with raised relief aluminum nameplate reading: H. Bartels. Salzdetfurth. German silver wedge escutcheons. Schutzen buttplate and sling mounts. Bright bore.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% thinning finish with scattered wear and patina overall. Case-hardening faded but retaining much color. Wood very good with scattered light wear and minor blemishes.
Estimate: 1750 - 2500

German Unmarked Martini-Action Schutzen Single-Shot Target Rifle

Lot #668 (Sale Order 577 of 710)

Serial no. 4056, 8mm, 26 3/4-inch sleeved octagonal barrel with winged pinhead front sight and tang-mounted rear peep sight. Martini lever action with simple long lever. Crown over "P" and "U" proofs. Boxed trigger assembly missing. French walnut schutzen stocks, the fore-end carved with arms trophies and hunting motifs. Wrist with stipple-carved grip. Buttstock with carved cheek rest. Schutzen buttplate. Swivel sling mounts. Very good bore. Overall, an inexpensive schutzen worthy of restoration.
Condition: Good as configured. Retaining approximately 75-80% finish, now faded to plum brown with scattered wear and patina. Trigger box missing. Wood very good with wear and minor marks. Buttstock loose.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Whitney-Kennedy Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #669 (Sale Order 578 of 710)

Serial no. P62, .44-40 caliber, 20-inch barrel with two bands. Standard sights. Left side of frame with illegible inscription. Saddle ring. Tang stamped: 151. Straight lever. Walnut stocks. Crescent butt.
Condition: Good. Metal showing wear and age patina with trace sof old rebrowned finish. Barrel a possible period replacement as patina does not match magazine. Wood very good with light wear overall. Fore-end a possible early replacement as fit is not good at frame. Action good.
Estimate: 1800 - 2200

Small Walrus Ivory Tusk

Lot #670 (Sale Order 579 of 710)

30-inches long x 2 3/4-inches wide at widest point.
Condition: Very good with light surface checking.
Notes: According to consignor, this tusk was originally a gift from King Sianouk of Cambodia, also known as "Signeur", the "Knight of Cambodia".
Estimate: 500 - 700

Lot of Assorted WWII Memorabilia

Lot #671 (Sale Order 580 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Two WWII NSDAP armbands. 2) WWII era 35mm German pocket camera marked: F. Deckel/Munchen. Contained in brown leather zippered case. All were captured from German Wehrmacht troops during WWII.
Condition: All are very good with light age wear.
Estimate: 150 - 250

American Half-Stock Plains Percussion Rifle

Lot #672 (Sale Order 581 of 710)

.54 hexagonal caliber, 36-inch octagonal barrel with vacant front sight and buckhorn-style rear sight. Steel under-rib. Lock marked: Joseph Golcher. Barrel-type bolster. Set-triggers. Steel triggerguard. Brass patchbox and buttplate. Silver squirrel inlay on cheekrest. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Good. Barrel and lock with dark age patina and showing heavy wear. Stock with small cracks in front of patchbox, at toe of butt, repaired crack at lock and scattered wear and blemishes overall.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Williams and Worth Trap Gun

Lot #673 (Sale Order 582 of 710)

Marked on right side of frame WILLIAMS & WORTH; approximately .17 caliber percussion, with 5 3/4-inch round barrel; primarily of brass; cocking bolt and nipple of steel. Overall length including device for attaching to cord designed to trip mechanism: 17-inches; approximately 3 3/4-inches height at breech. Adjustable for height, and with four apertures on base for securing to surface.
Condition: Very good to fine. Mellow patina.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Middle Eastern Flintlock Pistol

Lot #674 (Sale Order 583 of 710)

.62 caliber, 14 1/2-inch barrel, the top flat marked: Danzig. Two brass barrel bands. Wooden ramrod. Breech with chisel-engraved scrolls and dentate patterns. Three touchmark cartouches. Lockplate marked: Danzig. Checkered and relief-carved walnut stock with brass furniture, which are later incorrect replacements.
Condition: Fair as configured. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. Wood with wear and minor marks. Brass hardware are incorrect replacements.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Framed Iron Indian Arrowhead Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at The Little Big Horn

Lot #675 (Sale Order 584 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted iron Indian arrowhead recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this iron arrowhead was found at the location of the timber fight in the scout area on Reno Battlefield in 1998 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 16-inches X 15 3/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent. A few minor dents to frame.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Framed .44 Rimfire Live Misfired Cartridge Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at the Litt

Lot #676 (Sale Order 585 of 710)

The professionally framed and matted mis-fired .44 caliber cartridge recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this cartridge was found on Reno Battlefield at Gall's First Position in 1993 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battelfield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 16-inches X 16 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent with minor scratches present on frame.
Estimate: 1200 - 1700

Rare Framed Unfired .50-70 Caliber Cartridge Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at The Little

Lot #677 (Sale Order 586 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted live .50-70 Benet-primed cartridge recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this cartridge was found at the location of the scout fight on Reno Battlefield in 1995 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 16 1/2-inches X 15 3/4-inches.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Framed Unfired .50-70 Caliber Cartridge Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at The Little

Lot #678 (Sale Order 587 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted live .50-70 Benet-primed cartridge recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this cartridge was found at the location of the scout fight on Reno Battlefield in 1995 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 14 3/8-inches X 16-inches.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Framed Broken Live .45/100 Sharps Cartridge Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at The Lit

Lot #679 (Sale Order 588 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted broken live Sharps .45-100 caliber cartridge recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this torn and broken live cartridge was found at the location of the timber fight in the scout area on Reno Battlefield in 1995 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 16 1/2-inches X 16-inches.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Framed Trade Knife by Atlas Iron Works Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield at The Little B

Lot #680 (Sale Order 589 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted relic trade knife recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this knife was found at the location of the timber fight line on Reno Battlefield in 1998 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 19 1/2-inches X 18-inches.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Framed Cavalry Officer's Eagle Pattern Uniform Button Recovered From the 1876 Reno Battlefield

Lot #681 (Sale Order 590 of 710)

The professionally framed and double matted officer's tunic button recovered from the Pistch farm, located on the site of the Reno Battlefield portion of the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Framed together with Certificate of Authenticity stating that this button was found at the retreat route on Reno Battlefield in 1998 and to have been legally collected. Certificate signed by Jason Pitsch, President of the Reno Battlefield Museum. Framed and matted under glass. The back with glazed map of the battlefield, marking the location of artifact recovery. Size: 16-inches X 17 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

German Third Reich Second Pattern Luftwaffe Officer's Dagger with Hanger and Portapee

Lot #682 (Sale Order 591 of 710)

Standard pattern blade with etched maker's mark reading: Siegfried/Solingen/Waffen. Standard hilt with aluminum Luftwaffe eagle guard and pommel with swastika. Spiral yellow celluloid grip. Aluminum bullion portapee. Contained in original pebble-finish scabbard with two ring mounts. Correct blue-grey velvet hanger.
Condition: Excellent. Showing light wear and age patina. Portapee and hanger excellent.
Estimate: 400 - 600

German Third Reich Naval Officer's Dagger with Hanger and Portapee

Lot #683 (Sale Order 592 of 710)

Standard pattern etched blade marked: W.K.C. Standard pattern brass hilt with Third Reich eagle pommel. Ivory celluloid spiral grip with brass wire wrap. Silver celleon bullion portapee. Contained in original gilt brass scabbard with black grosgrain hanger with lion head buckles. Brass mountings.
Condition: Very good. Blade with light scabbard wear. Hilt and scabbard with age patina. Minor dents to scabbard. Hanger is near mint. Portepee showing minor fraying and losses to wire wrap.
Estimate: 600 - 800

German Third Reich Army Officer's Dagger with Portapee and Hanger

Lot #684 (Sale Order 593 of 710)

Standard pattern blade with etched maker's mark reading: F.W. Holler/Solingen. Standard eagle hilt with yellow celluloid spiral grip. Aluminum bullion portapee. Contained in standard scabbard with grey-green velvet hanger with bullion trim and oval wreath buckles.
Condition: Excellent with light wear overall. Scabbard with age patina. Hanger with light wear, patina and scuffs to velvet.
Estimate: 350 - 550

German Third Reich 1936 Pattern RLB Leader's Dagger

Lot #685 (Sale Order 594 of 710)

Standard pattern blade marked: Weyersburg/Solingen. Nickel-plated hilt with eagle crossguard, ebony grip with blue enamel RLB emblem. Nickel-plated pommel cap. Contained in standard black enameled steel scabbard with nickeled tip and ring mount.
Condition: Good. Blade showing heavy wear and age patina. Hilt with age patina and chips to grip. Scabbard with losses and wear to finish.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

German Third Reich RAD Leader's Dagger with Leather Hanger

Lot #686 (Sale Order 595 of 710)

Standard pattern blade with etched maker's mark: Alcoso/A.C.S./Solingen. Aluminum hilt with eaglehead pommel and ivoroid grip. Pebble finished scabbard with two ring mounts. Brown leather hanger with pebble-finished buckles.
Condition: Very good to fine. Blade with light wear. Hilt with age patina. Scabbard with minor wear and scratches. Hanger very good with light wear overall.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Italian MSVN Cruciform Fascist Dagger [circa 1925]

Lot #687 (Sale Order 596 of 710)

Standard 7 3/4-inch tapered pugnale dagger blade with raised median ridges. Straight crossgurad with ball finials. Crossguard marked: MVSN. Numbered D 368. One-piece ebony grip with facses emblem. Nickel-plated steel backstrap with orb-shaped pommel. Steel scabbard with belt loop. This type of dagger was used by the elite bodyguard of Mussolini. It was also known as the 'Moschettieri's Dagger'.
Condition: Very good. Metal with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Grip very good. Scabbard with grey patina and scattered wear.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Italian Fascist Model 1932 High Leader's Dagger

Lot #688 (Sale Order 597 of 710)

6 3/4-inch umarked tapered polished steel blade. Aluminum grip with black resin panels with fasces emblem. Eagle head pommel. Black enameled steel scabbard with leather belt loop with swivel base.
Condition: Excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 350 - 550

German Third Reich Hitler Youth Dagger

Lot #689 (Sale Order 598 of 710)

Standard pattern dagger with blade marked: RZM/M7/13. Standard checkered black plastic grips with enameled diamond HJ emblem. Nickel-plated hilt. Black painted steel scabbard with black leather belt lop and closure strap.
Condition: Very good. Blade with light wear. Grip with wear to finish. Scabbard with wear and scratches. One minor dent.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Personalized Italian Fascist Dagger

Lot #690 (Sale Order 599 of 710)

Standard pattern blade marked: Terni. Clear plastic customized grips with print of an angel under one side and a snapshot of a wife or girlfriend under the other. Leather scabbard with steel mounts.
Condition: Good as configured. Blade with wear and sharpening. Hilt with age patina and minor surface rust. Scabbard with wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 200 - 300

*Lot of One Shotgun and Two Handguns

Lot #691 (Sale Order 600 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Marlin Model No.19 Slide-Action Shotgun. Serial no. 97564, 12 gauge, 28-inch barrel. Pistol-grip walnut buttstock and ribbed fore-end. *Lot of Two Assorted Handguns Comprising: 2) Smith & Wesson 3rd Model 5-Shot Double Action Pocket Revolver. Serial no. 123085, .32 caliber, 3 1/4-inch fluted barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Hard rubber grips. 3) *Savage Model 1907 Semi-Automatic Pistol. Unserialized. .32 caliber, 3 3/4-inch barrel. Blued finish. Had rubber grips. No magazine.
Condition: 1) Good. Metal showing grey-brown age patina with traces of blue finish in protected areas. Hairline crack in fore-end. Marred screws. Buttplate missing. Slide action needs minor work as it periodically jumps the cam when cycled. 2) Fair. 10-20% finish remaining with scattered rust and pitting present. Marred screws. Grips showing wear. Action good. 3) Poor. Essentially a parts gun. Metal heavily pitted and showing wear. Action jammed. Grips broken and magazine missing.
Estimate: 300 - 500

*Sporterized Japanese Arisaka Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #692 (Sale Order 601 of 710)

Serial no. 18591, 7.65mm, 26-inch barrel with military sights. Blued finish. Sporterized walnut stock.
Condition: Fair as configured. Barrel retaining approximately 40-50% finish with remaining areas showing grey patina. Ground mon. Stock sporterized and sanded.
Estimate: 200 - 300

American Half-Stock Percussion Plains Rifle by T. Neave & Sons, Cincinnati

Lot #693 (Sale Order 602 of 710)

.45 caliber, 42-inch unmarked heavy octagonal barrel. Steel under-rib. Wooden ramrod. Lock marked: Neave & Sons/Cincinnati. Set-triggers. Tang drilled for peep sight. Walnut stock with brass furniture and pewter fore-end cap.
Condition: Good to very good. Steel with grey age patina and scattered light pitting overall. Brass with age patina. Wood with wear and minor marks.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Original WWII German Metal Case for 28 P-38 Pistols

Lot #694 (Sale Order 603 of 710)

The die-struck steel military pistol packing case marked: C-216/ASE/5-43. Designed with wooden internal frames with capacity for two layers of 14 P-38 pistols. Size: 27-inches X 17-inches X 10 1/4-inches.
Condition: Very good. Refinished and showing Navy Arms stencil over olive drab enamel.
Estimate: 500 - 700

*German cvq Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #695 (Sale Order 604 of 710)

Serial no. 3218n, 9MM, 5-inch barrel. Frame brown, slide with satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Black phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear. Barrel replaced and renumbered to match frame and slide.
Estimate: 400 - 600

*German cyq Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #696 (Sale Order 605 of 710)

Serial no. 1425, 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Frame brown, slide with satin-blue finish. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. German proof with waffenampt. Magazine stamped P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German byf 44 Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #697 (Sale Order 606 of 710)

Serial no. 8144w, 9mm 5-inch brown barrel. Frame brown, slide with satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent . Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

*German byf 44 Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #698 (Sale Order 607 of 710)

Serial no. 7896z, 9mm, 5-inch brown barrel. Frame brown, slide with satin-blue finish. With waffenampt and German proofs. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German ac45 Code P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #699 (Sale Order 608 of 710)

Serial no. 2138a, 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Barrel possibly a re-stamped replacement. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German byf 43 Code P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #700 (Sale Order 609 of 710)

Serial no. 5017k, 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German byf 44 Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #704 (Sale Order 610 of 710)

Serial no. 9511u , 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Brown frame, slide with satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German byf 44 Code P-38 Duo-Tone Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #705 (Sale Order 611 of 710)

Serial no. 5219w, 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Frame brown, slide with satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear. Barrel serial numbered with a different font. Barrel a possible replacement.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German ac42 Code P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #706 (Sale Order 612 of 710)

Serial no. 9081i, 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear. Barrel serial numbered with a different font. Barrel a possible replacement.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*German ac43 Code P-38 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #707 (Sale Order 613 of 710)

Serial no. 4050c , 9mm, 5-inch barrel. Satin-blue finish. German proof with waffenampt. Brown phenolic resin grips. Lanyard loop. Magazine marked P38.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as refinished. Retaining 98-100% finish with minor handling wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

WWII German Fighting Knife with Scabbard

Lot #708 (Sale Order 614 of 710)

6-inch dagger blade, the ricasso marked: Gottlieb/Hammesfahr/Solingen.Foche. Steel diamond-shaped crossguard. Ribbed ebony grip scales. Contained in steel scabbard with leather belt loop.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and age patina. Minor rust spotting on crossguard.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Lot of Two German Military Collectibles

Lot #709 (Sale Order 615 of 710)

Comprising: 1) German Army "Pony Fur" Knapsack. Of brown pony fur and olive green canvas. Marked: Jean Weifert/Offenbach a.M./1938. These were known as "Affe" 2) German Army Officers Field Belt. Of brown leather with brass buckle. Reverse marked: Uneschloss/Solingen.
Condition: Both are very good with light wear and patina.
Estimate: 100 - 150

Rare German Fallschirmjager Parachute Bag

Lot #710 (Sale Order 616 of 710)

The olive green web canvas bag with seven nickeled snaps marked: Zien Hier [pull here]; reverse of snaps marked: DRP. No other markings present. A scarce fallschirmjager equipment item used to carry parachute to plane. Two web handles.
Condition: Very good with light age wear present.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Composite Field-Made Japanese Fighting Knife

Lot #711 (Sale Order 617 of 710)

11 1/4-inch blade made from an NCO sword shortened to knife length. Wire-wrapped composition grip with bronze backstrap and pommel. Shortened nickel-plated scabbard with chamois cover, Probably a field-made fighting knife brought back from WWII by a veteran.
Condition: Very good as configured, showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Lot of Four Assorted Antique Powder Flasks

Lot #712 (Sale Order 618 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Panel flask with hunter and dog [similar to Riling #507]. Brass charger. 2) Plain brass flask with charger marked: Patent. 3) Panel flask with floral motifs [Riling #527]. 4) Tin-finished panel flask with hunter and hare. Brass charger.
Condition: All showing heavy wear and dents overall.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Lot of 4 Assorted Hunting Bags and Pouches

Lot #713 (Sale Order 619 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Plain leather bag with flap closure. Later period leather strap [broken]. 2) Plain two-compartment leather bag with flap closure [torn] and carrying strap. 3) Black leather pouch with buckle strap closure. Stamped: 4/16. Leather strap with horn powder measure attached. 4) Simple single pouch bag with old leather strap and flap closure.
Condition: All showing heavy age wear and cracking. #3 with shrinkage to one side due to water damage.
Estimate: 100 - 200

Lot of Five Antique Powder and Hunting Horns

Lot #714 (Sale Order 620 of 710)

Comprising: 1) Large plain horn with carved spout and wooden stopper and plug. 2) Large plain horn with carved spout and wooden plug. No stopper. Leather thong. 3) Large hunting horn with inscription reading: J. W. Murphey, July THE 15, 1880. Twine cord. 4) Medium plain horn with carved spout, wooden stopper and plug. 5) Very small plain pistol horn wit carved spout and wooden plug.
Condition: All showing wear and age patina.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Rare Sealed Tropical Tin of British .577 Caliber Cartridges

Lot #715 (Sale Order 621 of 710)

Size: 1 5/8-inches X 4 1/4-inches X 4 1/4-inches. The lid is marked 10 / 577 / SOLID. It was common practice to seal cartridges in sealed metal cans for shipment to India and Africa at the end of the 19th and into the early 20th-century. The cartridges are likely .577 - 3 inch Black Powder with solid bullets.
Condition: Very good with light age patina.
Estimate: 100 - 200

*Colt New Service Double Action Revolver

Lot #716 (Sale Order 622 of 710)

Serial no. 31320, .45 caliber, 7 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips with medallions. R.A.C. inspector marks. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with wear and patina to topstrap. Remainder near mint. Grips with minor wear and marks. Action tight and crisp.
Estimate: 750 - 1000

*Rare U.S. Navy Marked High Standard Model B Semi-Automatic Pistol Together with Extra Magazine

Lot #717 (Sale Order 623 of 710)

Serial no. 101621, .22 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Right side of slide marked: U.S. Navy. Right side of frame marked: Property of /U.S. Ordnance proof. Checkered black plastic grips. Sold together with extra magazine.
Condition: Excellent with slight handling wear overall.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*Rare U.S. Winchester Model 12 Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #718 (Sale Order 624 of 710)

Serial no. 963452, 12 gauge, 2 3/4-inch chamber, 20-inch barrel. Blued finish. Frame marked with U.S. and flaming bomb. Walnut fore-end and buttstock. Left side of buttstock with W.B. inspector stamp with ordnance mark.
Condition: Excellent as arsenal refinished. Retaining approximately 95-98% reblued finish with light slide wear. Wood with minor wear and light marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Philadelphia Percussion Deringer

Lot #719 (Sale Order 625 of 710)

.41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel, marked at breech: Deringer/Philadela/P. Scroll-engraved hammer and lock, Lock marked; Deringer/Philadela. Scroll-engraved German silver furniture. Vacant shield escutcheon on back of wrist. Checkered walnut stock.
Condition: Very good. Metal with light age patina and scattered wear overall. Wood very good.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Allen & Thurber Pepperbox Percussion Revolver

Lot #720 (Sale Order 626 of 710)

.32 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel cluster marked: Allen & Thurber, Worcester. Scroll-engraved frame. Bar-hammer marked: Allen's Patent/1845. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light pitting at breech. Grips very good with light wear at contact edges. Action good.
Estimate: 600 - 800

French Flintlock Pistol

Lot #721 (Sale Order 627 of 710)

.70 caliber, 6 3/4-inch tapered barrel with faceted breech. Lock marked: Mre de Libreville. Plain steel furniture and pommel cap. Triggerguard tang marked: L3. Steel ramrod. Walnut stock.
Condition: Good. Metal with grey age patina and scattered light pitting. Wood very good with light wear overall. Action good.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare Engraved French Noel System 10-Shot Pill-Lock Turret Pistol [c.1860-70]

Lot #722 (Sale Order 628 of 710)

Serial no. 61, 7.65mm, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with rib marked: Systeme a Noel/Bte S.G.D.C.; reverse: J.I. Gouery Canat $ Cie./Paris. Scroll-engraved frame and turret housing. Folding trigger. Grips with diagonal carved stripes. Steel pommel cap.
Condition: Good. Metal showing grey patina and scattered light pitting. Grips with light wear.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Factory-Engraved Merwin & Hulbert Pocket Army Single Action Revolver

Lot #723 (Sale Order 629 of 710)

Serial no. 2752, .44-40 caliber, 3 1/2-inch barrel with altered front sight. Factory punch-engraved with circular pictorial vignette of a bird on left side. Nickel-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer and triggerguard. Checkered hard rubber bird's head grips.
Condition: Good. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered light wear to relief edges, Front sight a crude replacement. Cylinder arbor broken and needing repair. Grips excellent with minor wear overall.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Wesson & Harrington Spur Trigger Pocket Revolver

Lot #724 (Sale Order 630 of 710)

Serial no. 2089, .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch octagonal barrel. Nickel finish. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Varnished rosewood bird's head grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98 finish with scattered light wear to relief edges. Case-hardening remaining on hammer with some vibrant color present. Grips excellent with light wear. Action very good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

American Arms Co. Over & Under Pistol

Lot #725 (Sale Order 631 of 710)

Serial no. 363, .41 caliber, 2 5/8-inch rotating barrel with address reading: American Arms Co. Boston, Mass. Brass frame. Spur trigger. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Good. Barrel with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Brass frame with slight traces of silver finish with scattered dents and scratches. Grips good with minor hairline crack in butt of right grip. Action good.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Colt New Line Spur Trigger Pocket Revolver

Lot #726 (Sale Order 632 of 710)

Serial no. 3025, .30 caliber, 2 1/4-inch barrel. Spur trigger. Case-hardened hammer. Varnish rosewood bird's head grips.
Condition: Good to very good. Retaining traces of blue finish with grey patina overall. Hammer retaining traces of case-hardening. Grips very good with light wear present. Action needing minor adjustment.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Composite Mexican Sapper's -type Knife with Scabbard by Collins Company, Collinsville, Connecticut,

Lot #727 (Sale Order 633 of 710)

Serial no. 1219, overall length 21 3/8-inches, without scabbard; left side of blade stamped REP LICA MEXICANA; clipped point single-edged blade measuring 16 1/8-inches. Blued steel mounted leather scabbard, with metal device for belt. Trim to grip similar to Krag Bowie bayonet. Scabbard appears to be made by Collins c. 1900.
Condition: Very good as configured. Steel blade bright; wood grip panels with light nicks, mars. Blackened steel crossguard; blackened steel mounts to scabbard with patina, pitting; leather with light wear, scratches.
Estimate: 400 - 600

***Adler Model Jager AT74 Rifle with Telescopic Sight

Lot #728 (Sale Order 634 of 710)

Serial no. 101029, .22 caliber, 21-inch barrel including flash hider, military-type sights plus a Universal 4 X 32 telescope has been mounted. Composition black stocks.
Condition: Excellent, Retaining most of the original black finish. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 100 - 150

***Armi Jaeger Model AP80 Rifle

Lot #729 (Sale Order 635 of 710)

Serial no. 019408, .22 Long Rifle caliber, 17-inch barrel, military-type sights. Wooden stocks.
Condition: Excellent as possibly unfired. Excellent wood.
Estimate: 100 - 150

*DWM Model P-08 Parabellum Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #730 (Sale Order 636 of 710)

Serial no. 7225, 9mm, 3 3/4-inch barrel. Crown over "N" proofs. Right side of frame and front of gripstrap marked: H.P. 471. Checkered walnut grips. Aluminum base magazine not numbered to gun.
Condition: Fair to good as refinished. Approximately 50-55% reblued finish with wear to gripstrap and relief edges. Grips with light wear. Mis-matched magazine. Addendum: The shoulder stock lug has been ground off
Estimate: 600 - 800

*Colt Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #731 (Sale Order 637 of 710)

Serial no. 30505, .38 caliber, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Fire-blued trigger. Case-hardened spurred hammer. Colt hard rubber grips.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 98-100% reblued finish with slight wear to muzzle and relief edges. Grips with light wear and bruises.
Estimate: 300 - 500

*Mauser Model 1934 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #732 (Sale Order 638 of 710)

Serial no. 599504, 7.65mm, 3 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. German martial waffenampt markings. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent as refinished. Retaining approximately 99-100% reblued finish with minor muzzle wear present. Grips with minor wear.
Estimate: 250 - 350

*Savage Model 1917 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #733 (Sale Order 639 of 710)

Serial no. 209873, .32 caliber, 3 3/4-inch barrel. Case-hardened finish. Exposed hammer. Slide with serrated panel. Blued finish. Checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent as refinished with minor wear to relief edges. Grips with light wear.
Estimate: 200 - 300

*Iver Johnson "Super Shot Sealed-8" Double Action Revolver

Lot #734 (Sale Order 640 of 710)

Serial no. L27250, .22 caliber, 6-inch barrel. 8-shot cylinder. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Checkered oversized walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. Retaining approximately 65-70% finish with scattered wear and age patina. Scratches and tracking lines present on cylinder. Grips with light wear.
Estimate: 200 - 300

**Remington "The Sportsman" Semi-Automatic Skeet Shotgun with Extra Barrel

Lot #735 (Sale Order 641 of 710)

Serial no. 448929, 12 gauge, 26" skeet barrel with vented rib and 28-inch modified barrel with rib. Has matching serial number on receiver and both barrels. Note: Came from the factory with both barrels. This apparently was unusual. Blued finish. Checkered walnut stocks with pistol-grip. After market recoil pad.
Condition: Good. 80-85% finish with scattered wear overall. Wood with minor dents and bruises. Recoil pad a later replacement. Both barrels fine.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Custom Contemporary Bowie Knife by Wortham

Lot #736 (Sale Order 642 of 710)

11 1/2-inch clip-point blade with false back edge. Base of blade inscribed with linework. Spanish notch. Back edge marked: Wortham. German silver crossguard. Silver-plated ferrule and pommel. Pearl scales with obverse having a cameo. No scabbard.
Condition: Very good as configured. Blade polished with light wear overall. No scabbard.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #737 (Sale Order 643 of 710)

Serial no. 78135, .31 caliber, 5-inch octagonal barrel with two-line New York address. Left side of frame marked: Colt's Patent. Letter "G" stamped on left side of triggerguard. Brass triggerguard and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Good as configured. Barrel lightly cleaned and showing strong traces of faded reblued finish. Wedge screw missing. Loading lever retaining approximately 60-65% case-hardening with wear to relief edges. Cylinder retaining strong scene but showing scattered dents and bruises. Triggerguard and gripstrap with traces of finish and heavy wear. Grips retaining strong traces of finish with minor wear, dents and bruises. Action good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Percussion Shotgun by Wright, Five Damascus Double Barrel Shotgun Barrel Sets, and One Caucasian Mus

Lot #738 (Sale Order 644 of 710)

A percussion double-barrel shotgun with 30-inch barrels, rib marked MALTON, two gold bands at breech, the lock-plates marked Wright.Together with Barrel Sets Only: Breech-loading Double-Barrel set by C. G. Bonehill, 12-Bore, 29 1/2- inches; Percussion Double-Barrel set marked "London Fine Damascus" the underside marked W + CS, 27 1/2- inches; Percussion Double-Barrel set marked Manton London, 30-inches; Unmarked Percussion Double-Barrel set, probably Belgian, 32 1/2-inches; A Caucasian musket barrel of damascus twist steel with maker's mark 33-inches.
Condition: Fair to good, the shotgun is lacking many screws and one hammer, lacking ram rod and ram rod pipe loose under fore-end; the barrel sets mostly with heavy patina and one heavily cleaned with much developing rust.
Estimate: 100 - 200

Five Works of Art

Lot #739 (Sale Order 645 of 710)

An American World War One recruitment poster; Officer on horseback on black background "You Are Wanted by U.S. Army 660 Market Street, San Francisco," framed, approximately 28 x 41-inches; An Albumen photograph of a German Military band, circa 1910, with photographer's stamped on matte JULIUS STOESS STUTTGART, framed, approximately 18 1/2 x 15 1/2-inches; An Albumen photograph of the "10 Comp. Gren Rgt. Koenigin Olga (1. Wuertt.) Nr. 119." 1902-1905, Stuttgart, framed 27 1/2 x 22 1/4-inches; an oil painting of: Christ Welcomes the Dead from the First War to Heaven, depicting Christ accepting German and French dead from a battlefield, signed lower left (obscure, though readable with effort), dated 1916, approximately 55 x 39 inches (no frame, painting with restorations and wear); A lithograph of Napoleon at Waterloo, edition Paris, probably c. 1890s, framed and glazed, (frame damaged), 46 x 36 inches (restoration to print).
Estimate: 200 - 300

An Large Assortment of Original German Nazi Era Books (1930s and 1940s), 20 Volumes

Lot #740 (Sale Order 646 of 710)

Stross in Englands Flanke: Die deutches Luftwaffe in Norwegen, Berlin, 1944; Der Dienst-Unterreicht im Heere: Ausgabe fur den Panzerschuuetzen, Berlin, 1938-9; Der Dienst-Unterreichten im Heere: Ausgabe fur den Machrichtensoldaten, Berlin 1940 (lacking rear cover and most of spine cover); Bestimmungen fuer die Ergaenzung der Offiziere des Beulaubtenstnades der Kriegsmarinen waehrend des Krieges, Berlin, 1943; Der Reichsarbeitsdienst im Wortund Bild, Berlin, c. 1936; Panzerkampfwagen II (2 cm.) (Sd. Kfz, 121) Berlin, 1938 (many fold-outs); Einfeitsfahrgestell I fur I.Pfw D. 662/3, Berlin, 1940 (2 copies); Der grosse Befehl: Der Sieg im Westen in 100 Bilddokumenten, Berlin 1941 (cover torn with losses); Jahrbuch der deutches Kriegsmarine - 1939, Leipzig, 1938; F. W. Assman & Soehne - catalogue of Nazi military uniform badges and accoutrements, no date; Adolf Hitler: Ein Mann und Sein Volk, Muenchen, no date (some wear); Flugzeug macht Geshichte, Muenchen, 1939; Hilter arbiets von Alltag by Heinrich Hoffmann, Berlin, 1937; Hermann Georing by Martin H. Sommerfeldt, Berlin, 1932; Deutschland in Vergangenheit und Gegenwart, Stuttgart, mid-1930s, hardcover; 1933: Das Jahrder Deutchen by Julius Streicher, Berlin1934. Together with:Three Cigarette Card Albums: Kampf um's Dritte Reich: eine historische Bilderfolge, Berlin 1933 (complete and excellent, with its original cardboard box); Die Deutsche Wehrmacht, Dresden, 1936 (embossed cover, excellent with all images); Deutchland erwacht Werden, Kampf und Seig, Hamburg 8, 1933, Cigarette-Bilderdienst, Hard Cover, (complete with all images, cover with some wear); and a brass Cigarette Case decorated with the image of Adolf Hitler
Condition: Very good unless otherwise noted
Estimate: 100 - 200

*Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Single-Shot Sporting Rifle

Lot #741 (Sale Order 647 of 710)

Serial no. 101108, .32 Ideal caliber, 36-inch octagonal barrel with dovetailed front sight and sporting elevation rear sight. Bottom of barrel stamped: 1 in front of fore-end. Bottom of frame stamped: 17. Dropblock action. Serpentine lever. Varnished walnut stocks. Crescent butt.
Condition: Good. Barrel retaining approximately 90-95% of an older rebrowned finish with scattered wear and patina. Frame with grey-brown age patina. Buttstock with crack repair at wrist. Remaining wood with minor dents and bruises. Action good.
Estimate: 700 - 1000

**Rare A.A. White Engraved Marlin Model 336CS "Sports Afield" 100th Anniversary Commemorative Lever

Lot #742 (Sale Order 648 of 710)

Serial no. SA100, .30-30 caliber, 20-inch barrel with hooded front sight and elevation rear sight. Scroll-engraved at breech. Scroll-engraved frame, the left side with circular commemorative gold-inlaid panel reading: 100th Anniversary/SPORTS AFIELD/An American Classic. Signed: A.A. White, Engr. on left side of frame above lever. Scroll-engraved tang with gold-inlaid: SA100. Checkered deluxe walnut perch belly fore-end and pistol-grip buttstock with shotgun butt. A scarce issue carbine.
Condition: Excellent to perfect.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

*Czech Model CZ52 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster, Extra Magazine and Lanyard

Lot #743 (Sale Order 649 of 710)

Serial no. AZ6121, 7.65mm, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Parkerized finish. Brown phenolic resin grips. Contained in blonde pebble-finished military-style holster with extra magazine. Lanyard attached.
Condition: Fine. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with scattered light wear present. Holster with scuffs and wear.
Estimate: 300 - 500

*Russian Model 1944 Bolt Action Carbine with Folding Bayonet

Lot #744 (Sale Order 650 of 710)

Serial no. NK5543, 7.62mm, 20 1/4-inch barrel, blued, with varnished laminated stock.
Condition: Fine, as refurbished for U.S. import sale.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Scarce Identified Scottish Snuff Mull

Lot #745 (Sale Order 651 of 710)

The large ram's horn Scottish snuff mull with brass band inscribed: ANDRE U. MORRIS 1806. Hinged horn lid with brass heart-shaped escutcheon marked: A.M.
Condition: Very good. Showing one small age crack in horn and scattered age patina.
Estimate: 500 - 700

***Hi-Standard Sentinel 9-Shot Double Action Revolver

Lot #746 (Sale Order 652 of 710)

Serial no. 960166, .22 caliber, 3 inch barrel marked: HIGH STANDARD MFG. CORP. HAMDEN, CONN. U.S.A. Blued with phosphate frame and case hardened hammer and trigger . White plastic grips.
Condition: Good showing areas of wear and scattered scratches.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 50 - 75

Lot of Two Assorted American Flags

Lot #747 (Sale Order 653 of 710)

Comprising: 1) 48-star flag. 2 X 3 feet. Heavy 2-ply cotton bunting, sewn stripes with appliqued stars; canvas header with brass grommets. Circa WWII era. 2) 48-star flag. 3 X 5 Ft. Cotton construction. Dye printed stripes; canvas header with brass grommets. Appears US made.
Condition: 1) Bright colors with light wear overall. 2) Minor frying to hem but easily repaired. Bright colors
Estimate: 100 - 300

U.S. National Flag

Lot #748 (Sale Order 654 of 710)

48-star flag. 5 X 8 feet. Cotton construction with dyed stars and stripes. Canvas header with steel grommets. Marked "Style-1" Circa WWI.
Condition: Good to very good with light age darkening to white. Bright colors.
Estimate: 100 - 250

Vintage U.S. National Flag

Lot #749 (Sale Order 655 of 710)

48-star U.S. 5 X 9 feet national flag. Heavy cotton construction. Sewn stripes and stars. Galvanized steel eye-hooks with riveted anchors in header. Great wall display flag for WWII collector.
Condition: Very good with light age wear. Bright colors. Minor age discoloration.
Estimate: 250 - 500

WWII Era British Union Jack Flag

Lot #750 (Sale Order 656 of 710)

4 X 6 feet. Heavy 2-ply cotton construction with dyed colors. Canvas header with brass grommets.
Condition: Very good with light age discoloration.
Estimate: 100 - 250

U.S. 36th Infantry Division, 2nd Battalion Company C Guidon

Lot #751 (Sale Order 657 of 710)

Blue cotton swallowtail guidon with white sewn-on numerals and insignia. Slide-on header.
Condition: Very good with light storage wear.
Notes: The 36th was a Texas division [T-patch] and spent 400 days in combat, primarily in Italy fighting the elite Hermann Goering Division.The 36th won seven campaign streamers for its colors, took part in two assault landings including ANZIO. It had 14 recipients of the MEDAL of HONOR. Notable operations include: NAPLES-FOGGIA; ROME-ARNO; ANZIO; SOUTHERN FRANCE; RHINELAND and CENTRAL EUROPE. Hermann Goering eventually surrendered to this Division.
Estimate: 500 - 700

**7x57 Ruger Model 77 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #752 (Sale Order 658 of 710)

Serial number 70-46674; 7x 57 mm. 22-inch barrel; blued finish; walnut stock; red rubber buttplate, sling mounts; gold bead front sights
Condition: Excellent, Metal shows 98% finish with small patches of corrosion on underside of barrel and on muzzle. Stock with minimal dents and nicks, sharp checkering. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 650 - 850

**.30/06 Browning Grade II BAR Semi-automatic rifle

Lot #753 (Sale Order 659 of 710)

Serial number 97776M71; .30-06. 22 inch barrel; leaf and bead sights; blued finish; marked "Browning Arms Company, Morgan, Utah & Montreal, P.Q.- Made in Belgium"; blued finsh; checkered walnut stock and forearm; composite buttplate; sling mounts
Condition: Very Good. Metal shows 96-98% blued finish with slight marks and wear at edges. Scratches surrounding scope mounting screws; Fore-end with a few handling marks. Stock shows a splintered area on left side of tang and some handling marks. Excellent bore.
Estimate: 400 - 650

**20 Gauge Winchester Model 120 Ranger Pump-action Shotgun with two sets of barrels.

Lot #754 (Sale Order 660 of 710)

Serial number L1986653; 20 gauge. 28-inch ventilated rib barrel; Improved-cylinder choke currently fitted; standard markings; walnut stock and fore-end; black rubber ventilated recoil pad
Condition: Excellent, showing little use.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Cased 20 Gauge Perazzi Model MX8/20 Barrels and Fore-end.

Lot #755 (Sale Order 661 of 710)

Serial no. 122525. 20 gauge. 30 3/4-inch monoblocked barrels. Matted flat ventilated rib with double beads. Finely checkered fore-end. Black plastic maker's barrel case.
Condition: Excellent, Barrels show 99% bluing. Bright bores. Wood shows very light handling marks. Case in excellent condition.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

***Advantage Arms Model 422 Pocket Pistol

Lot #758 (Sale Order 662 of 710)

Serial no. 3024, .22 magnum caliber, 2 1/2-inch 4-barrel tip-over breech. Blued finish. Walnut grips.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Grips excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

*1913 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol and Holster Attributed to Gangster Al Capone

Lot #759 (Sale Order 663 of 710)

Serial no. 8360, 6.35mm, 2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Checkered hard rubber grips. Contained in hand-made brown leather holster with snap closure. Sold together with notarized affadavit from a Mr. Thomas H. Silbaugh stating that this pocket pistol was once the property of Chicago gangster Al Capone. According to the affadavit, Silbaugh purchased the gun from Mr. Victor Nedland in 1944. Nedland owned and operated an gun shop in Ladysmith, Wisconsin in which Mr. Capone frequented on his way to his summer home north of Stone Lake, Wisconsin. Capone was unhappy with this pistol as it had a broken grip and something wrong with the barrel. Nedlands made the trade and kept this gun as a souvenir of the noted gangster.
Condition: Fair. Metal with traces of blue finish and grey patina. Left grip broken and both grips showing "X"s carved on each side. Action needs adjustment.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

***Boxed Beretta Model 92F Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #770 (Sale Order 664 of 710)

Serial no. BER045077Z, 9mm, 5.9-inch barrel. Black Bruniton finish. Frame mounted magazine release. Black plastic grips.
Condition: Excellent. Minor handling wear. Sold without magazine. Blue plastic factory box also excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 300 - 400

***Boxed BJT Model DA Derringer

Lot #771 (Sale Order 665 of 710)

Serial no. 006617, .38 caliber, 3-inch barrels. Stainless steel with checkered wood grips.
Condition: Excellent with minor handling marks. Box good with tear at hinge.
Estimate: 50 - 100

**Boxed Browning High Power Model P-35 Semi-Automatic Pistol.

Lot #772 (Sale Order 666 of 710)

Serial no. 245NY55019, 9MM, 5-inch barrel. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent with minor handling marks. Sold without magazine. Box excellent.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Colt Third Model Derringer

Lot #773 (Sale Order 667 of 710)

Serial no. 13913, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel. Blued finish. Nicke-plated frame. Case-hardened hammer. Fire-blued screws. Varnished bird's head grips.
Condition: Fair. Barrel with grey patina and scattered pitting. Frame with 90-95% finish with scattered fine scratches. Grips with wear and marks. Action good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

*Colt Pre-Woodsman 22 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #774 (Sale Order 668 of 710)

Serial no. 9007, .22 caliber, 6 1/2-inch barrel with standard sights. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Fair to good. 55-65% finish with scattered wear and patina. Grips with light wear and bruises.
Estimate: 300 - 500

*U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #775 (Sale Order 669 of 710)

Serial no. 470325, .45 caliber, 5-inch barrel. S13 proofs. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Very good as refinished. Retaining approximately 95-99% of a reblued finish with scattered wear and buffing visible beneath finish. Grips excellent with light wear present. Mechanically very good.
Estimate: 400 - 600

*Colt Model 1911 Cutaway Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #776 (Sale Order 670 of 710)

Unserialized. .45 caliber, 5-inch barrel, the right side cutaway to reveal the bore of barrel, internal rifling and breech. Nickel-plated finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Good as refinished. Retaining 90-95% renickeled finish with scattered wear and scratches. Grips excellent. Action good.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*Colt Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #777 (Sale Order 671 of 710)

Serial no. 92547, .32 rimless caliber, 3 3/4-inch barrel. Blued finish. Fire-blued trigger, safety and screws. Colt hard rubber grips.
Condition: Good. 75-80% finish with scattered light wear and patina. Fine scratches on slide. Grips lightly faded.
Estimate: 200 - 250

***Colt Government Model Model MK IV Series 70 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #778 (Sale Order 672 of 710)

Serial no. 70L09881, 9mm Luger caliber, 5-inch barrel with standard sights. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips with medallions.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with wear to relief edges. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 400 - 600

***Boxed Davis Model DM-22 Over & Under Derringer

Lot #779 (Sale Order 673 of 710)

Serial no. 048890, .22 magnum caliber, 2 1/4-inch barrel. Chrome finish. Laminated wood grips. Contained in original factory box.
Condition: Excellent. 95-100% finish with light handling wear present. Box excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

Reproduction Philadelphia-Style Percussion Derringer by EIG

Lot #780 (Sale Order 674 of 710)

Serial no. 62909, .41 caliber, 3 1/4-inch barrel. Blued finish. Engraved lock and hammer. Engraved white metal furniture. Checkered walnut stock.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear overall.
Estimate: 100 - 200

***Boxed FIE Model D86 Derringer

Lot #781 (Sale Order 675 of 710)

Serial no. PR0079, .38 caliber, 3-inch barrel. Stainless steel with checkered wood grips.
Condition: Excellent with minor handling wear. Box excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 200

***FIE Corporation "Titan" Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol

Lot #782 (Sale Order 676 of 710)

Serial no. 232242, .25 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel. Hammer spur painted red. Blued finish. Checkered black plastic grips.
Condition: Fair to good. 60-65% finish with scattered wear and patina. Grips excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

**Rare Boxed Glock Model 17 Factory Cutaway Sample

Lot #783 (Sale Order 677 of 710)

Serial no. J0146US, 9mm, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Black finish, black plastic grips. Portions of the frame, handle, barrel and breech have been removed to demonstrate the action and moving parts. Sold without magazine.
Condition: Excellent. No visible wear. Box is excellent.
Notes: This is not a working firearm. The frame is serial numbered and is considered a firearm by BATF.
Estimate: 400 - 600

***Boxed Gun Works Ltd. Model 9 Over & Under Derringer

Lot #784 (Sale Order 678 of 710)

Serial no. 1811, .357 magnum caliber, 3-inch barrel. Stainless steel construction. Florescent front sight. Rounded hammer spur. Walnut grips. Black leather holster with belt clip. Contained in original factory box with factory literature.
Condition: Excellent. Box with scuffs and tape residue.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 200

*High Standard LW-100 Flite King 1st Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #785 (Sale Order 679 of 710)

Serial no. 433933, .22 caliber, 6 3/4-inch barrel. Blued finish. Checkered brown plastic grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 98-100% finish with slight wear present.
Estimate: 300 - 350

***High Standard Model DM101 Derringer

Lot #786 (Sale Order 680 of 710)

Serial no.D64084, .22 magnum caliber, 3 3/8-inch barrel. Satin pewter finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent. 99-100% finish with a few minor handling marks. Grips excellent.
Addendum: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California
Estimate: 100 - 200

***Boxed High Standard Model W-104 Double Nine Double Action Revolver

Lot #787 (Sale Order 681 of 710)

Serial no. 1843134, .22 caliber, 5 1/2 inch barrel. Blue finish with simulated bone grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with wear at muzzle and relief edges. Box excellent with scuffs and tape on lid.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

***Intratec U.S.A. Inc. Model TEC-38 Over & Under Derringer

Lot #788 (Sale Order 682 of 710)

Serial no. A0265, .38 special caliber, 2 3/4-inch phosphate-finished barrel. Grey plastic grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 99-100% finish with light wear overall.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

***McLaughlin Gun Mfg. Co. Single-Shot Pistol

Lot #789 (Sale Order 683 of 710)

Serial no. X/225. 22 caliber, 5 1/2-inch barrel. Simple bolt action. Blued finish. Hard wood grip.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Light wear overall.
Estimate: 50 - 75

Cased Italian Reproduction Sharps 4-Barrel Derringer

Lot #790 (Sale Order 684 of 710)

Serial no. 234371, .22 caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued barrel. Brass frame. Faux gutta percha grips with floral scrolls. Contained in original factory walnut case with 12 .22 cartridges.
Condition: Fine. Showing minor wear and patina. Case excellent with minor handling marks.
Estimate: 100 - 150

***Boxed Rohm [RG Industries] Model RG-14S Double Action Pocket Revolver

Lot #791 (Sale Order 685 of 710)

Serial no. 2138509, .22 caliber, 1 3/4-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Checkered brown plastic grips. Contained in original factory box.
Condition: Excellent with slight handling wear present. Box very good.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

*Boxed RG Industries (ROHM) Model "High Noon" Single Action Revolver

Lot #792 (Sale Order 686 of 710)

Serial no. ID6591. .22 caliber, 4 1/2-inch. Blued finish, wood grips.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent with minor handling marks. Box: Excellent.
Estimate: 100 - 200

***Boxed RG Industries Model RG-38S Double Action Revolver

Lot #793 (Sale Order 687 of 710)

Serial no. V040069, .38 caliber, 3-inch barrel. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent. Light tracking line on cylinder. Otherwise, very little use wear. Box excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 50 - 100

***Boxed Sturm, Ruger Model P-85 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #794 (Sale Order 688 of 710)

Serial no. 300-62041, 9mm, 4 1/2-inch barrel. Aluminum frame with steel slide, matte black finish. Oversized trigger, polymer grips.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent with minor handling wear. Sold without magazine.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 200 - 300

**Boxed Sig Sauer Model P226 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #795 (Sale Order 689 of 710)

Serial no. U465911, 9MM, 4.4-inch barrel, stainless steel finish.
Condition: Excellent. Very minor use wear. Sold without magazine. Box also excellent with very minor scuffs at corners.
Estimate: 300 - 500

Spanish Reproduction Single-Shot Percussion Pistol

Lot #796 (Sale Order 690 of 710)

Serial no. 32780, .54 caliber, 10 3/4-inch octagonal barrel. Unmarked percussion lock. Checkered walnut stock.
Condition: Fair. Metal with dark age patina and wear. Wood with wear and blemishes. Action functions.
Estimate: 50 - 75

***Sterling Arms Model 400 Mk II Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #797 (Sale Order 691 of 710)

Serial no. G063543, .380 caliber, 3 1/2-inch barrel with standard sights. Satin stainless steel finish. Double action. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent with scattered light wear to relief edges. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 150 - 250

***Sterling Arms Model 3025 Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol

Lot #798 (Sale Order 692 of 710)

Serial no. E32919, .22 caliber, 2 1/4-inch barrel. Satin stainless steel finish. Black plastic grips.
Condition: Fine. 95-98% finish with scattered light wear overall. Grips very good. Action very good.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

***Rare Deluxe Cutaway Smith & Wesson Model 10-5 M & P Double Action Revolver

Lot #799 (Sale Order 693 of 710)

D561936, .38 caliber, 4-inch barrel. Parkerized finish. Blued barrel latch. Case-hardened hammer and trigger. Cutaway barrel, cylinder trigger and hammer actions, cylinder rod and frame formats, all showing working mechanisms. Checkered walnut grips with medallions.
Condition: Excellent with very slight wear and scratches in evidence. Vibrant case-hardening. Grips with light wear. Action excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Reproduction Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver by Cabella with Holster

Lot #800 (Sale Order 694 of 710)

Serial no. R298168, .44 caliber, 8-inch octagonal barrel with modern target sights. Blue finish. Brass frame and gripstrap assembly. Varnished walnut grips. Contained in modern black leather holster by Bucheimer.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and patina. Holster very good.
Estimate: 150 - 250

***Jennings Model J-22 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #801 (Sale Order 695 of 710)

Serial no. 651141, .22 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel. Nickel-plated with wood grips.
Condition: Excellent. Appears unfired. Box is excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

**Sturm-Ruger Old Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver

Lot #802 (Sale Order 696 of 710)

Serial no. 138570, .357 magnum caliber, 6 1/2-inch barrel with target sights. Blued finish. Varnished walnut grips with medallions.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 95-98% finish with scattered light wear overall. Light tracking line on cylinder. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 350 - 550

***Smith & Wesson Model 38 Airweight Double Action Revolver

Lot #803 (Sale Order 697 of 710)

Serial no. AFM4375, .38 special caliber, 1 3/4-inch barrel. Nickel-plated finish. 5-shot cylinder. Low-profile thumb-roll hammer. Case-hardened trigger. Pachmayr rubber grips with medallions.
Condition: Fine. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with scattered wear and scratches. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 250 - 350

**Winchester Model 190 22 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #804 (Sale Order 698 of 710)

Serial no. B1312244, .22 caliber, 20-inch barrel with standard sights. Blued finish. Varnished walnut stocks.
Condition: Good. 75-80% finish with scattered wear and minor frosting to barrel. Rear sight missing wedge. Wood with minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 200 - 250

***Advantage Arms Model 422 Breech-Loading Pistol

Lot #805 (Sale Order 699 of 710)

Serial no. 2107, .22 caliber, 2 3/8-inch 4-barrel cluster. Blued finish. Plumb brown barrel latch. Walnut grips. Contained in original factory carton.
Condition: Excellent. Showing light storage wear overall.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 100 - 150

**Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Carbine with Telescopic Sight

Lot #806 (Sale Order 700 of 710)

Serial no. 22035210, .44 Remington caliber, 20-inch barrel with standard sights and mounted with W/3-9X telescopic sight. Blued finish. Gold-washed trigger. Walnut stocks with shotgun butt.
Condition: Good. 70-75% finish with scattered wear and patina. Wood with light wear and minor marks. Scope with minor dents and scratches. Optics appear good.
Estimate: 200 - 300

**Scarce Marlin Demonstration Cutaway Lever Action Receiver

Lot #807 (Sale Order 701 of 710)

Serial no. 13027550, .41 caliber. Blued finish. Walnut grip. Left side of receiver with circle cutaways to reveal internal mechanism.
Condition: Excellent. Showing scattered light wear overall.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Scarce Savage Cutaway Model 67 Shotgun Receiver

Lot #808 (Sale Order 702 of 710)

Serial no. E331915, 12 gauge, Blued finish. Left side of frame crudely stamped: Savage/Mod 67. Sides of frame cutaway to reveal internal mechanism. Shortened walnut stock.
Condition: Very good to excellent as configured with slight handling marks.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Scarce Harrington & Richardson Cut-Away Single-Shot Shotgun Receiver

Lot #809 (Sale Order 703 of 710)

Serial no. AX440957, Case-hardened cut-away action marked: Harrington & Richardson, Inc. /Gardner, Mass. Made in U.S.A./U.S. Patent No. 3988848. Frame cut-away at hammer to reveal action of mechanism.
Condition: Excellent. 99-100% finish with light handling wear only.
Estimate: 500 - 700

**Marlin Cutaway Demonstration Model 39AS Lever Action Receiver

Lot #810 (Sale Order 704 of 710)

Serial no. 10251504, caliber unknown, Blued finish. Gold-plated trigger. Left side of receiver cutaway to show internal mechanism. Shortened walnut stock.
Condition: Very good to excellent with scattered wear and scratches.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Scarce Winchester Cutaway Model 94 Receiver.

Lot #811 (Sale Order 705 of 710)

Serial no. 6022199, frame cutaway to reveal operation of trigger and bolt. Shortened walnut stock .
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as configured with slight handling marks.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Scarce Mossberg Cutaway Model 479 Receiver

Lot #812 (Sale Order 706 of 710)

Serial no. 1239682, .30 caliber, blue with walnut stock. Barrel, frame and stock cut to reveal trigger, bolt, barrel and magazine's moving parts.
Condition: Very Good as configured with slight handling marks. Areas of moderate rust in barrel and on frame.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Scarce Winchester Cutaway Model 94 Receiver.

Lot #813 (Sale Order 707 of 710)

Serial no. 5319159, frame cutaway to reveal operation of hammer, trigger and bolt. Walnut stock cut off near end of upper tang.
Condition: Very Good to Excellent as configured with slight handling marks.
Estimate: 400 - 600

**Mossberg Demonstration Cutaway Model 500AD Mossberg Shotgun Action

Lot #814 (Sale Order 708 of 710)

Serial no. J269140, 12 gauge. Blued finish. Shortened checkered walnut stock. Cutaway action showing internal mechanism and safety.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and patina.
Estimate: 300 - 500

*High Standard Sears 20 Gauge Cutaway Shotgun Bolt Action

Lot #815 (Sale Order 709 of 710)

Serial no. 583-1101, Blued finish. Cutaway action revealing the function of the trigger and bolt mechanism.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear and patina.
Estimate: 400 - 600

*High Standard Sears 20 Gauge Cutaway Shotgun Bolt Action

Lot #816 (Sale Order 710 of 710)

Serial no. 583-16, Blued finish. Cutaway action revealing the function of the trigger and bolt mechanism.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear and patina.
Estimate: 100 - 150


The Stephen L. Pistner Collection
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The Stephen L. Pistner Collection
by Greg Martin Auctions Mon, Nov 6, 2006 9:00 AM Pacific Fine Antique Firearms, Edged Weapons and Curiosa. The Fine and Collectible Arms and Sporting Guns will follow the Pistner Collection on Monday, Nov. 6 and continue on Tuesday, Nov. 7.