Auction No. 104 - Session 1
Saturday, November 22, 2014 | 10:00 AM Eastern
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Auction No. 104 - Session 1
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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 700 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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Colt Model 1905 Semi-Auto Pistol
Lot # 426 (Sale Order: 426 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,000
serial #4089, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with a lightly frosted bore. This 1909 made pistol retains about 80% original blue finish with the majority of the loss due to flaking finish on the grip frame. There is some light silvering on the high edges along with light handling marks and blemishes. Strong case-hardened colors remain on the hammer with faint silvering on the edges. The double diamond checkered walnut grips are in very good to excellent condition with several diamond points chipped off from handling along with light scratches dents and dings. A single unmarked magazine accompanies this pistol. This is a very nice condition Model 1905 with crisp markings and some honest use. (86520-439) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Colt Ace Semi-Auto Pistol
Lot # 427 (Sale Order: 427 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #3028, 22 LR, 4 3/4" barrel with an excellent bore. This first year production (1931) Ace retains about 85% plus of its original finish. The front strap has flaked to a gunmetal gray from handling and there is high edge wear present on the metal surfaces with random scratches. There is some oxidation on the inner arch of the backstrap and grip safety; and a circular scratch on the left side of the slide and frame from careless assembly of the slide stop. The checkered walnut factory grips are in good to very good condition with indiscriminate scratches, dents and dings on the surfaces. Some of the diamond points at the top of the grips have compressed from handling. The pistol includes two correctly marked magazines. This is a very nice condition Ace with some moderate but honest wear from use. (86520-4051) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Colt Service Model Ace Semi-Auto Pistol
Lot # 428 (Sale Order: 428 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #SM3018, 22 LR, 5" barrel with a floating chamber and an excellent bore. Overall, this 1942 made pistol retains about 85% plus factory blue finish with the front strap flaking to silver, mainspring housing thinned to a brown patina and light silvering of the high edges; along with a few light scratches, oxidation blemishes and handling marks. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with light handling marks and a few light dents. Colonel Waldemar S. Broberg's initials are located on the frame below the slide stop but no other military markings are present. The pistol is equipped with the type "C" serrated ramp front sight and Stevens's pattern adjustable rear sight. Included is a single two tone magazine marked "Colt 22 L.R. Ace Service Model". This is a very nice condition World War II production Service Model Ace with some honest use. (86520-1252) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Special Order Deluxe Target Rifle
Lot # 429 (Sale Order: 429 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #96791, 32-40 Win., 30" part round part octagon No. 2 weight barrel with a bright fine bore. This rifle has some nice features including a case hardened frame, checkered pistolgrip stock with hard rubber grip cap and Swiss buttplate. The barrel barrel bears an overall dull patina with some generous trace of original blue with light silvering along the muzzle, high edges along with a small impact mark in the top left of the barrel about 2" behind the front sight and some sporadic spots of gray metal, handling marks and fine oxidation staining. The action bears an overall mottled brown patina with generous traces of original case colors on the left side of the lever, fine oxidation staining and some light scuffing on the rear tang around the sight base. The walnut buttstock and forend rate fine with a handful of light handling marks and blemishes in what may be an added light oil finish. The forend has a nice ebony tip inlay and the buttstock is assembly numbered to the gun on the butt, the buttplate is unnumbered. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front sight and a Lyman No. 1D rear tang sight, there is no rear seat. An honest overall very good plus condition special order deluxe High Wall rifle manufactured in 1908. (56520-2385) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Lovely Presentation U.S. Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword By Ridabock & Co.
Lot # 430 (Sale Order: 430 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
30" straight blade. This is a high grade sword which features a gold washed and highly decorated hilt. The blade is etched with scroll, federal eagle, panoplies of arms and "U.S.". The reverse ricasso is marked "MADE IN FRANCE" in riband above "RIDABOCK & Co. / NEW YORK" in oval; the obverse ricasso is marked "F B D" amongst cross helmet and sword in a small oval. The grip is of beautifully turned mother-of-pearl wrapped in braided brass wire. The knuckle bow features a static guard with federal eagle on the obverse and a folding plain counterguard on the reverse. The condition of the sword is fabulous with perhaps 90% gold wash remaining on the hilt and the blade remaining bright overall with only some minor light scuffs from scabbard removal. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with fancy pierced and gold washed brass fittings and rates excellent with the exposed brass bearing a pleasing patina and the nickel having scattered very fine oxidation staining. The scabbard is engraved between the two fittings "Presented to / Col. Henry Chauncey Jr. / April 23rd. 1896. / by the non-commission officers and men / of the Eighth Regiment N.G.N.Y / in commemoration of its reorganization / as a Regiment" on one side. The reverse counterguard is also engraved with the insignia of the eighth New York. Col. Chauncey was commander of the Eighth New York Infantry who became the Eighth Regiment, New York and mustered in May 19, 1898 during the Spanish-American War and mustered out November 3 1898. Included with the sword are copies of various information on the Eighth New York Infantry and his infantry as it appeared in the New York Times. This is a fabulous sword with neat New York history. (56822-7)
Magnificent Presentation U.S. Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword By Horstmann
Lot # 431 (Sale Order: 431 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
30 5/8" straight blade. This is a high grade sword which features a gold washed hilt and gold washed and blued etch blade. The blade is decorated with scrolls and panoplies of arms and is etched "Lieutenant Clifford E. Hamilton" on the reverse blade. The obverse ricasso is marked "HORSTMANN / PHILADELPHIA". The gold washed hilt is a fancy cast brass with a flat mother-of-pearl handle wrapped in braided brass wire. The knuckle bow features a static guard with federal eagle on the obverse and a folding plain counterguard on the reverse. The condition of the sword is fabulous with the blade retaining about 97-98% original blue and gold wash, the remainder of the blade overall bright with some minor fine pitting closest to the tip and the hilt retaining about 75% original gold wash fading to a pleasing goldenrod patina. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with spots of light flaking and fine oxidation staining with fancy pierced foliate fittings bearing a pleasing patina with traces of original gold wash. The scabbard is engraved on one side "Presented to / Lt. Clifford E. Hamilton / by the members of Company E. 5th. Mass. / U.S.V. Camp Wetherill S.C. / March 31st. 1899". Lt. Hamilton was a watchmaker by trade before mustering in to service, during the Spanish-American War he oversaw target practice and was commander of prison guards. Included with the sword are copies of physical records, pensions and muster rolls. A lovely sword with some neat Massachusetts history. (56822-6)
U.S. Model 1860 Presentation Staff & Field Officers Sword
Lot # 432 (Sale Order: 432 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
32 1/8" straight blade is not maker marked. The blade is nicely etched with a gold washed background and the decorations include scroll, federal eagle, panoplies of arms and "U.S.". The fancy gold washed hilt has a lovely scroll engraved silver hilt wrapped in braided brass wire. The knuckle bow has a single branch guard and a head of Zeus quillon with a static guard with federal eagle on the obverse and a folding counterguard with panoply of arms on the reverse. The condition of the sword is fabulous with the blade retaining about 90% gold wash the balance of the blade bright with a few light scabbard marks and specks of fine staining and the hilt retaining 95% original gold wash with the exposed brass having a pleasing patina. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with fancy pierced brass fitting with martial panoplies having a nice goldenrod patina. The scabbard is engraved on one side between the fittings "Presented to / Captain Eugene H. Caplan by the / New York City Schuetzen Corps / March 10. 1925". We have no information on Captain Caplan but further research could prove interesting. A nice looking sword with special appeal to the Schuetzen shooting society. (56822-2)
Pair Of Swords Presented Colonel Edwin D. Metcalf Rhode Island 3Rd Heavy Artillery
Lot # 433 (Sale Order: 433 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
The first sword is an U.S. Model 1860 Staff & Field officers sword by Ames 29" straight blade. This is a high grade sword which features a gold wash hilt and etched blade with a gold wash background. The blade is decorated with scrolls, panoplies of arms, federal eagles, soldiers, flags and is etched "Col. Edwin D. Metcalf" and is dated 1884 on the reverse blade. The obverse ricasso is marked "AMES / SWORD / CO. / CHICOPEE / MASS.". The gold washed hilt is a fancy cast brass with an imitation tortoise shell grip wrapped in braided brass wire. The wire has loosened slightly and the reverse side of the handle has a wrinkled finish caused from contact with a heat source. The knuckle bow has a single branch guard and a head of Zeus quillon with a static guard with federal eagle on the obverse and a folding counterguard with panoply of arms on the reverse. The condition of the sword is fabulous with the blade retaining 97-98% original gold wash and the hilt retaining about 90% original gold wash, the exposed brass a pleasing patina with a small spot of tarnish on the reverse guard. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with fancy gold was pierced brass fittings with martial panoplies, the exposed brass having a lightly mellowed patina with some fine oxidation staining on the nickel. The second sword is a Knights of Templar Springfield Fraternal Sword The sword measures 35" overall with a 28 3/8" straight blade. The blade remains bright with gold washed etched panels on both sides. The obverse panel is etched in gothic letters "Edwin D. Metcalfe" and the reverse is etched "Springfield Commandery". The hilt features a double guard, pierced counterguards, knight head pommel with chain knuckle bow and an etched bone handle with intertwined letters on one side and a Templar knight on the other side. The hilt retains much silver plate with scattered light tarnish and the handle has a small chip at the pommel on the reverse side. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with silver plated fancy fittings having areas of light tarnish and is etched with fraternal panoplies on the lower part of the scabbard and "Edwin D. Metcalf" between the hangers and an identical sword is pictured on page 150 of "The American Fraternal Sword". Col. Metcalf enlisted for service Aug. 27 1861 as a major and on Oct. 9, 1861 commissioned in the Rhode Island 3rd. Heavy Artillery and commanded battalions at North Edisto and James Island S.C. and the battle of Olustee. Col. Metcalf resigned commission on Feb. 5, 1864 and passed away some time in 1915. Included with the swords are numerous letters to and from Metcalf, officers casualty sheets and muster rolls. A lovely pair of swords presented to a Civil War Colonel with a lot of New England history. (56822-5)
Exceptionally Rare Swedish Model 1881 Jarmann Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 434 (Sale Order: 434 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #518, 10.15x61R, 32" barrel with an excellent bore. This 1883 dated trials rifle is in excellent overall condition with the finish retaining nearly 98-99% original blue that has light handling wear and is lightly flaking to brown with a few areas that have specks of very fine surface oxidation present. The steel buttplate shows the most wear with light oxidation and abrasions, most likely from spending a good portion of its life on a rack. The bolt assembly is in the white and has a light gray patina slowly spreading over its surface and mixing with a few lights spots of surface oxidation. The receiver and barrel markings are all crisp and all numbers are matching. The left side of the receiver is marked "(crown)/C / J.P 1883 J.G." and the barrel is marked with the same stampings as well. The wood has some light added finish but otherwise rates excellent having only a few light dings. The area under the action has a blank brass diamond held on with two screws, which most likely would have served as an ID plate had the rifle been adopted and issued. The rifle's features include an eight shot tubular magazine and magazine disconnect on the left side of the receiver. The forward sling swivel and cleaning rod are missing but the rifle otherwise is complete. These Jarmann rifles saw a very limited production with only 30,000 of the Norwegian Model 1884 rifles, having been produced. The Swedish rifles saw even less production, about 1500, and were never adopted for service. The first 500 were the two-band variation, made for the Royal Life Guard, and the remaining 1000 were this three-band variation produced for the Navy. Many were destroyed by the Germans or sold as surplus and/or converted to the M28 Harpoon rifle. This exceptional early three-band example is only missing two very minor parts and would make and exceptional addition to any military collection. A must have for a true Swedish enthusiast. (46915-8) {ANTIQUE}
Sig Arms Blaser R93 Attache Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 435 (Sale Order: 435 of 711)
Low Estimate: 4,500High Estimate: 5,500
serial #BC-03578, 25-06, 22 3/4" fluted barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original matte blue finish with no visible signs of any wear. The Grade 7 Circassian checkered walnut stocks rate excellent, there are a few light dings along the top edge of the buttstock comb. This model features wood side panels along the sides of the receiver which match the grade and grain of the butt. The forearm features an ebony schnabel forend tip and the buttstock has a capped pistolgrip with brass center depicting a big horn sheep scene. Additionally the bolt handle knob is made from similar wood. Rifle includes its factory luggage style locking case with the manual and takedown tools inside. This is a premium example of these modern classic rifles which operate by a straight pull action with pivoting bolt. Extra barrels and bolt collars can be obtained and easily changed for a variety of shooting and hunting pleasures. A lovely example of these fine German made sporting rifles. (46923-9)
Edm Arms Model 96 Windrunner Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 436 (Sale Order: 436 of 711)
Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #385, 50 BMG, 30" match grade fluted barrel with integral Shark style compensator and a like new likely unfired bore. The metal surfaces on this massive 38 lb repeater retain 99% original blue and anodized finish and rate like-new overall with the exception of a few small spots of light surface oxidation from storage. Rifle features a CNC machined 4140 alloy receiver that is Rockwell hardened 40-42. The receiver has a collapsible adjustable stock with fold out monopod, a Hogue AR-15 style pistolgrip and an M-60 bipod that is mounted to the front lug. Oddly this rifle comes with a left hand cheekrest (the cheekrest is easily removed and a correct right hand model should be easy to obtain and install) which prevents the bolt opening fully, lending more to the notion that the rifle has not been fired since it left the factory. The receiver is also equipped with a picatinny top rail for your choice of appropriate quality optics. Included are the factory takedown hard case, manual, two five round detachable magazines, two fired cases, a rubber thread cover and a padded black nylon sling. Besides being known for their accuracy and long range consistency, this rifle can be easily be taken-down or assembled in less than one minute without tools and stored in the hard case. This unique feature to this company's design does not affect the head space or accuracy and the barrel is easily assembled or removed by an Uzi style barrel nut. A terrific tactical long range rifle in near-new overall condition that would be the envy of all your .50 caliber aficionado friends and shooting competitors. (46923-13)
Winchester Model 71 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 437 (Sale Order: 437 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #13982, 348 Win, 24" barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue with even loss and light handling marks throughout, the balance flaking to a light brown patina with the most concentration being on the left side of the receiver. The magazine cap and nosecap perhaps show the most loss and are a blend of mottled blue and gray. The checkered steel buttplate is a mottled gray. The checkered walnut stocks rate excellent with a few light dings and some light flattening to the checking. Rifle is equipped with a robust blade front sight and is missing its hood. The rear sight has been replaced with a Marble's slot blank and rifle has the factory optional adjustable rear peep sight mounted to the bolt. Made in 1938 this is a classic looking lever rifle that is in excellent condition and would be a great addition to any Winchester collection or for use as a vintage hunting rifle. (46520-1764) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 438 (Sale Order: 438 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #122946, 22 Hornet, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks visible on the receiver. The checkered walnut stock rates excellent and has some light scratches, mostly visible along the belly of the forearm. The stock is equipped with the original checkered steel buttplate and sling swivels. The original front sight with hood is intact, the rear sight has been replaces by a slot blank and a Lyman #48 WJS adjustable sight has been mounted to the rear of the receiver. This is a terrific 1949 vintage small bored Model 70 in excellent overall condition. (46520-2867) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Auto Rifle
Lot # 439 (Sale Order: 439 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #B4038, 30-06, 22 1/2" Johnson Automatics barrel with a very good, gray bore that has some areas of light pitting but has strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces are mostly a mottled brown with small amounts of what appears to be original blue still visible. The walnut stock and forend rate excellent and have a dark oil finish. The stocks have a few small dings and the rear sling swivel is not present. The gun seems to function well mechanically; as-is correct with these rifles the barrel is not numbered to the receiver, the bolt is also not numbered the same. A correct bayonet with leather scabbard is included. The all steel bayonet measures just under 12" and has a 7 1/2" blade. There is a double stamped "A" on the grip along with "45OH" lightly stamped below. The brown leather scabbard is in very good condition. The leather is lightly crazed but remains supple with light handling marks throughout and "41972" scratched on the back. This is a near excellent example overall of these well-made semi-auto rifles. (46868-12) {C&R}
German Model G43 Semi-Auto Rifle By Berliner-Lubecker
Lot # 440 (Sale Order: 440 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #7068a, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with a very good bore that is bright about half its length with the remainder being dark and oxidized. The metal surfaces retain about 90% of the original gray-green parkerized finish with silvering along the edges and bearing surfaces of the receiver. There are also a few areas with fine pinprick pitting and some light tool marks are visible on a few parts. The markings along the left side of the receiver remain crisp and present are a few Waffenamts, the "duv" maker's code and a date of "44". The hardwood laminate buttstock has been modified for sporting use and a Winchester vented recoil pad added. The wood has a few small dings and an added lacquer finish as well. The handguard appears to be an original and rates excellent. The original sights and threaded muzzle cap are intact, however the front sight hood is missing. The action appears to function correctly, the bolt hold has been modified and will no longer keep the bolt locked in the open position. A single, faded magazine is included but the cleaning rod is missing. A very good example overall that was modified for sporting use but could be restored to its original state or used as is as a hunting arm. (46873-33)
Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle
Lot # 441 (Sale Order: 441 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #70764, 32-40, 30" part round/part octagon #3 weight barrel with a very good bore that has strong rifling but is lightly pitted throughout. The barrel retains about 80% original finish that is flaking to a thinning brown and blending with areas of speckled light surface oxidation and staining. The barrel has a few very light impact marks throughout and its edges are toning to a bright silver. The frame has a small amount of original case colors and is mostly faded to gray with speckled light patina and some oxidation staining mixing about. The colors are strongest along the rear of the frame and upper tang where a sight had once been mounted but is no longer present. The lever and crescent steel buttplate are a mottled brown while the hammer and block are a brighter gun metal gray. The walnut, ebony inlaid, schnabel tipped forearm and straight grip buttstock rate excellent and have a few light dings and small handling marks, but most of what appears to be the original finish. The rifle is equipped with a correct Lyman blade sight (missing its bead) and a Rocky Mountain rear sight. Rifle was made between 1894 and 1895 and is excellent overall condition considering its age and is in a popular caliber and desirable configuration. (46741-7) {ANTIQUE}
U.S. Model 1922 Rifle Converted To M1 Specs By Springfield Armory
Lot # 442 (Sale Order: 442 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #205, 22 LR, 24" barrel marked "SA / (ordnance bomb) / 4-22" with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this first year production rifle retain about 97-98% original blue with light amount of fading along the floorplate and triggerguard. The unmarked bolt body is polished bright and remains mostly brilliant with small amounts of staining along the handle. The headless striker and safety lever have small amounts of gray showing through. The smooth walnut D.C.M sales stock rates excellent and has a rich oil finish, a few light handling marks and the correct cupped buttplate. The buttplate is checkered in center and is light gray around the edges with areas of brown patina and has specks of oxidation. Rifle is equipped with a Lyman globe front sight with insert and a correct Lyman 48 adjustable receiver sight with aperture. Both the barrel and receiver have been tapped for mounts, likely by the arsenal, and a set of target blocks are affixed. Included is an M1 series detachable magazine that sits flush with the floorplate. A lovely looking American rimfire rifle that is sure to please at the range. (46520-2855) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
U.S. Model 1877 Trapdoor Carbine By Springfield Armory
Lot # 443 (Sale Order: 443 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #87903, 45-70, 22" barrel with a very good bore with light freckling and a few small pits present. The barrel is mostly a mottled brown with areas of light surface oxidation and staining present and has "V", "P" and eagle head proofs. The lockplate is undated but retains the Federal eagle and "US / SPRINGFIELD" markings and it, the hammer and triggerguard retain nearly 95% of the original blue that has some light staining and areas of very light surface oxidation as well. The "US" marked buttplate has more loss but retains much of its original blue that is flaking to brown and blending with gray at the heel and toe. The breech block retains some lovely case colors, most likely more recently applied. The carbine style walnut buttstock rates very good and shows evidence of having been lightly cleaned with added finish present over a few light dings and small divots. There is a small crack forming at the forward edge of the lockplate and another between the rear sling bar screw and the block with some light chipping along the opposite side of the screw. There is no firing proof present and the inspector's cartouche is only faintly visible along the top edge. The left side of the butt has a small "P" carved at the heel and the toe of the buttplate is slightly proud. Carbine is equipped with a "C" marked rear sight graduated to 1500 yards and a simple blade front, the barrel band does not have a stacking swivel but the sling bar and ring are intact. A three piece cleaning rod and stuck case remover are included in the butt trap. A very good condition 1877 Model Trapdoor Carbine overall. (46892-36) {ANTIQUE}
Winchester Model 1886 Special Order Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 444 (Sale Order: 444 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #151395A, 45-90 WCF, 26" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 50% original thinning blue finish on the barrel which is toning to a brown patina. The receiver, lever and tang all exhibit a mottled brown pewter patina with some scattered light pitting present. The plain straight grip walnut buttstock and forend have been refinished and rate very good displaying some dings and dents from the years and some minor chipping along the front corners of the wrist on both sides. The special order features on this rifle include its half-length magazine tube and checkered steel shotgun buttplate. Having been chambered in a desirable caliber, this honest special order Model 1886 would make a great addition for any Winchester lever gun connoisseur. (156520-490) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Model 64 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 445 (Sale Order: 445 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #1360544, 30 WCF, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95% original blue finish with some silvering at the muzzle and some operational loss on the lever and some areas are showing some light faint oxidation staining; there are a few handling marks on the receiver as well. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate very good to near excellent with some dings and dents from the years. The toe of the buttstock appears to have chipped at one time and filled in nicely since; the stock has been lightly cleaned. This is a fine example of a Model 64 Deluxe rifle. (156520-2399) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Model 1894 First Year Production Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 446 (Sale Order: 446 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #5622, 38-55 WCF, 26" round barrel with a good bore with some light pitting throughout. The metal surfaces retain 60% original blue finish overall with some strong blue still present on both sides of the action and on the protected areas of the barrel and magazine tube; the remaining areas are a nicely blended oxidized pewter brown patina with scattered light pitting. The lever has toned to pewter with some oxidation staining present as well. The plain straight grip walnut stock and forend rate about very good on this first year production rifle with 75-80% of its finish remaining and some dings and handling marks one would expect from the years; the toe has a few very light chips. This first year production Model 1894 rifle is in good condition overall and is a fairly low serial numbered gun. A must have for any Winchester lever gun collector. (156520-3658) {ANTIQUE} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Dakota Arms Model 10 Falling Block Rifle
Lot # 447 (Sale Order: 447 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #0040, 250-3000, 21" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 99% original high polished blue finish and the action and lever retain 98% blue finish which is toning to a pleasing plum brown hue. The checkered deluxe walnut pistolgrip buttstock with left side round shadowline cheekpiece and forend with ebony forend tip rate excellent with the exception of some very light handling marks present; the wood exhibits a beautiful fiddleback pattern. This fine rifle is outfitted with a steel buttplate and includes Talley rings and bases. A very fine example of a Dakota Model 10 rifle in a fantastic caliber. (156520-622) [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Custom Ruger No. 1 Falling Block Rifle
Lot # 448 (Sale Order: 448 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #130-35223, 32 CF, 26" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original high polished blue finish throughout with a slight amount of operational wear on the lever. Both sides of the frame are custom engraved with gold colored images of a deer on one side and a boar on the other, surrounded by loose scroll engraving and a gold border. The high grade gloss finished pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent displaying crisp skipline checkering and a left side flared shadowline cheekpiece; this rifle is outfitted with a brown rubber Pachmayr White Line recoil pad. The barrel is marked P.O Ackley; Parker Otto Ackley was a distinguished gunsmith, author, columnist and wildcat cartridge developer. This rifle is most likely chambered in one of his wildcat cartridges; however it would need to be professionally inspected in order to find out for sure. A beautiful custom Ruger No. 1 nonetheless. (156520-3388) [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Model 71 Carbine Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 449 (Sale Order: 449 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #16689, 348 WCF, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 85% original blue finish with some pitting along the right side of the muzzle and high right edge of the frame as well as some light surface oxidation scattered throughout; the frame holds a much stronger blue than the rest of the metal surfaces. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend display bold fiddleback patterning and rate good to near very good with some handling marks and scratches from the years. This is an honest Model 71 carbine that is likely to perform as well as it looks. (156520-640) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
Winchester Model 64 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 450 (Sale Order: 450 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #1434230, 30 WCF, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 90-92% original blue finish with some silvering on the high edges and most of the front underside of the receiver faded to pewter; both sides of the hammer and the edges of the lever have some light operational loss. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate very good to near excellent overall with some handling marks and dings from the years as well as some light scattered areas of faded finish on the buttstock. A very good example of a Model 64 Deluxe. (156520-2350) [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
