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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U.S. Fp-45 Liberator Pistol By G.M. Guide Lamp Division
Lot # 126 (Sale Order: 126 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
45 ACP, 4" barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel is a light gray color that matches the frame with a smooth grind mark on the barrel band and light discoloration around the weld marks. The frame retains about 98% corrosion resistant finish with a few light and scattered scratches. This model 3 has four holes, cavity mould #33 on the cocking knob and an "F" breech mark. The cocking knob is in near excellent condition with a few light handling and storage marks, and the original magazine plate is present. This is a very fine example of a WWII "Woolworth" gun." (86229-876) {C&R} [Elliot Riggs Collection]
U.S. Fp-45 Liberator Pistol By G.M. Guide Lamp Division
Lot # 127 (Sale Order: 127 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
45 ACP, 4" barrel with a near excellent bore exhibiting some scattered but very light surface oxidation. The barrel is a dark gray color with a few light scratches and a smooth grind mark on the barrel band that has a few slag pits. The frame retains about 98% corrosion resistant finish with a few light and scattered scratches, a few very shallow dents on the right side and some slight discoloration around some of the weld marks. This model 3 has three holes, cavity mould #41 on the cocking knob and no breech mark. The cocking knob is in near excellent condition with a few light handling and storage marks, and the original magazine plate is present. This would be a fine addition to a WWII clandestine collector's kit. (86229-879) {C&R} [Elliot Riggs Collection]
U.S. Fp-45 Liberator Pistol By G.M. Guide Lamp Division
Lot # 128 (Sale Order: 128 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
45 ACP, 4" barrel with an excellent bore that has a few faint oxidation stains. The barrel is a light gray color that matches the frame with a smooth grind mark on the barrel band exhibiting a slag pit and light discoloration around the weld marks. The frame retains about 95% corrosion resistant finish with a few light and scattered scratches in addition to freckling that extends in a band from the butt up the front strap and onto the barrel and trigger guard with some found on other areas of the gun as well. This model 3 has three holes, cavity mould #47 on the cocking knob and an "F" breech mark. The cocking knob is in near excellent condition with a few light handling and storage marks, and the original magazine plate is present. This is a very nice example of a Liberator pistol. (86229-747) {C&R} [Elliot Riggs Collection]
U.S. Fp-45 Liberator Pistol By G.M. Guide Lamp Division
Lot # 129 (Sale Order: 129 of 711)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
45 ACP, 4" barrel with a near excellent bore that has a few faint oxidation blemishes at the muzzle. The barrel is a light gray color that matches the frame with a smooth grind mark on the barrel band and moderate discoloration around the weld marks. The frame retains about 96% corrosion resistant finish with a few scattered scratches, light staining and some freckling on the grip portion of the frame. This model 3 has four holes, cavity mould #24 on the cocking knob and an "F" breech mark. The negative for the mould number was double stamped on the four resulting in two 4's superimposed over each other. The cocking knob is in near excellent condition with a few light handling and storage marks, and the original magazine plate is present. Liberators make interesting addition to any collection. (86229-729) {C&R} [Elliot Riggs Collection]
Marlin Ballard No. 6 1/2 Rigby Off-Hand Rifle
Lot # 130 (Sale Order: 130 of 711)
Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #28164, 38-55, 28" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This fine rifle features a faceted action with engraved Rigby flats at breech of barrel with top flat being engraved with "BALLARD" in riband. The rifle is equipped with its original single trigger and features all matching numbers on frame, barrel, forend, buttstock, buttplate and stock tang. The frame of this fourth model Rigby Ballard features lovely relief floral scroll engraving with a running deer in round panel on left and a standing bear in round panel on right. The three top flats of the frame show nice scroll as does the top of frame ahead of tang sight and there is a nice ring engraved around the muzzle. The condition of this rifle is very fine with the barrel retaining about 98% strong original blue finish. The action retains about 80% original color case-hardened finish which has softened over time but has a lovely appearance with even subtle color throughout. The French walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks. The checkering remains strong showing just the slightest wear, the forend shows its nice original horn tip and the cheekpiece shows a nice clean edge. The original Farrow pattern light Swiss buttplate is in place and retains traces of original nickel plated finish and is mostly an even gray patina. The correct Vernier mid-range tang mounted peepsight is present along with a windgauge spirit level front; there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. This is a very nice and very honest 6 1/2 Rigby Ballard rifle. Investment quality. (16651-19) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Marlin Ballard No. 6 Schuetzen Rifle
Lot # 131 (Sale Order: 131 of 711)
Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #3107, 40-65, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an early No. 6 rifle featuring a plain action. The rifle is equipped with factory adjustable double set triggers, a ball and spur lever and heavy nickel plated brass Swiss buttplate. The rifle has matching numbers on the action, barrel, forend and stock tang with the buttstock and buttplate both being numbered "20624". The stock is an original Ballard No. 6 stock, it fits very nicely and would pass as original if not for the number. The barrel retains an even, smooth gray brown patina and has a pleasing appearance. The action retains about 85% original color case-hardened finish which has softened somewhat but still shows nice contrast. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent with the forend showing 95% original finish with sharp checkering and the buttstock showing what may be a nicely done older restored finish also with strong checkering. The heavy brass Swiss buttplate retains only traces of its original nickel plated finish with the balance bearing a pleasing patina. The rifle is sighted with a windguage front and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight with no rear barrel seat. This is a very handsome rifle that would probably perform very well at the range. (16651-8) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Marlin Ballard No. 3 Deluxe Gallery Rifle
Lot # 132 (Sale Order: 132 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #11980, 22 RF, 28" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features a factory engraved action which shows full coverage scroll on sides with a bear in circular panel on left side and a running buck in circular panel on right. The barrel is marked with the correct serial number on underside and also shows a "JW" in an oval. The forend is perfectly made and fits flawlessly however it is un-numbered; it is our assumption that the forend was made by master craftsman John Wills and the barrel fitted and finished by him. The rifle features a standard single trigger and full loop lever. The barrel retains 99% original blue finish while the action is mostly gray with some light wear to the engraving. The buttstock and forend are both of beautifully figured English walnut and rate excellent plus with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The original checkered hard rubber buttplate rates excellent and fits flawlessly. The rifle is sighted with a gold washed Beach combination front, blank in rear slot and a mid-range folding tang mounted peepsight is present, this tang sight appears to be a quality modern sight. A handsome deluxe Ballard that should be a joy to shoot. (16651-28) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Custom A.W. Peterson Marlin Ballard Off-Hand Target Rifle
Lot # 133 (Sale Order: 133 of 711)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #35129, 22 LR, 27 3/4" round barrel with a very good bright bore. This rifle is very nicely period engraved with loose scroll along with the "Ballard" on left side and "M.L. Styers" in bold gothic letters. The barrel is marked "A.W. PETERSON DENVER, COLO." and has a stepped ring at the action and a very slight taper from the tip of the forestock to the muzzle. This rifle features a faceted action with a full loop lever and a single trigger. The stocks look to be also from the Peterson shop with a familiar Peterson/Schoyen schnabel forend tip and the buttstock having lovely vertical grain, cheekpiece and a long prong Swiss buttplate without tangs. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel retaining 95% original blue finish which is thinning evenly. The frame retains a smoky mix of faded color case hardening and a smooth gray patina with all engraving and markings remaining sharp. The stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with very few handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front and mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight with no rear barrel seat. Additionally the rifle is equipped with a Lyman 5A telescopic sight mounted on target blocks. This particular rifle is illustrated and described on page 233 of Dutcher's Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle. A handsome and fine Ballard rifle published in the only authoritative work on the subject. (16651-18) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Marlin Ballard No. 6 1/2 Off-Hand Rifle
Lot # 134 (Sale Order: 134 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #34003, 40-70, 30" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle has been partially restored by master craftsman John C. Wills of Anchorage, Alaska. The rifle has been rebarreled with the only markings on the barrel being "40-70" on top and under forend there is a "JW" in an oval border. The forend is not numbered and looks like it is one of Will's perfectly crafted Ballard forearms with horn schnabel tip and correct checkering pattern. The barrel retains 99% original blue finish overall. The action, full loop lever, breechblock and hammer all retain 98% excellent quality restored color case-hardened finish. The forend retains 99% original finish while the buttstock which is the typical 6 1/2" style with pistolgrip, cheekpiece and short prong Swiss buttplate retains 95% restored finish. The rifle features a single trigger and is sighted with a windgauge front, no rear seat and a mid-range tang mounted peepsight with adjustable objective. A fine and very attractive Ballard. (16651-46) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Marlin Ballard No. 7 A1 Extra Long Range Rifle
Lot # 135 (Sale Order: 135 of 711)
Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #3408, 44-100, 34" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nice example of Marlin's finest Ballard rifle. The rifle features a wonderfully engraved and faceted action and Rigby barrel flats. The engraving consists of wonderfully cut relief floral scroll bordered only to the front and rear and showing a standing buck and recumbent doe on left side and running buffalo on right. The rifle features all matching numbers on the frame, barrel, forend and buttstock however, the buttstock is numbered "2589" on bottom of of the front flat and then horizontally on the same flat "3408". According to Dutcher's table of observed Long Range guns, serial #2588 was a 7A1 Extra grade as well. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel retaining about 50% original blue which is thinning evenly and is an overall smooth even blue brown color. The muzzle shows a nice engraved ring along its circumference and there is a rear dovetail neatly period cut into the barrel which currently holds a fancy blank with a shield shaped top and fancy monogrammed initials which appear to be "ECC". The frame retains a pleasing mix of faded original color case-hardened finish and a smoky smooth gray patina. The engraving remains very crisp and action is completely free of any pitting. The English walnut checkered pistol grip buttstock and forend rate excellent retaining 90% plus original finish with strong checkering and only a few light handling marks. The stock features a checkered horn buttplate, fancy horn pistol grip inlay and the forend is tipped with its original fancy horn tip. The original rear position sight mounting base is present in the comb of the stock just ahead of the buttplate. The rifle features a full loop lever, a single trigger and is sighted with a windgauge front and long range tang mounted Vernier peepsight. A very fine example of these rare and desirable Ballard's which John Dutcher refers to as the finest offering of the Ballard line. (16651-11) {ANTIQUE} [John and Jan Wills Collection]
Colt Second Model New Hampshire Dragoon Revolver
Lot # 136 (Sale Order: 136 of 711)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
serial #8098 (all matching except wedge which is numbered "8094"), .44 caliber, 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good bore showing deep rifling with light frosting throughout. The left side of the barrel lug is marked "NEW HAMPSHIRE" and the proper address is present on top flat of barrel. The cylinder shows only traces of its original scene with the serial number remaining clearly visible and the left side of the frame is properly marked "COLT'S / PATENT / U.S.". This is a very early second model revolver, out of the "typical" New Hampshire range and it is equipped with the early "V" mainspring carried over from the Walker. Metal surfaces of revolver retain a light gray brown patina overall with edges remaining well defined and with all markings remaining clear and legible. There is some scattered light pitting on the round portion of the barrel and also a patch on the cylinder but by and large the metal surfaces of the revolver are very smooth. The brass grip frame shows sub-inspectors initials "K" and "A" and show a nice mellow brass patina. The one piece walnut grip rates very good plus with light but visible cartouches on either side. Overall a very nice and quite early Second model New Hampshire Dragoon revolver. (16889-8) {ANTIQUE}
U.S. Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
Lot # 137 (Sale Order: 137 of 711)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #11025, .44 caliber, 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good bore. All numbers on this revolver are matching however, the triggerguard appears to be renumbered and has the earlier "V" mainspring with the roller on the hammer. It appears that this is a Third Model dragoon which has been fitted with a replacement Second Model dragoon triggerguard. The barrel bears the proper New York address with curled brackets to front and rear and the left side of the frame is properly marked "COLT'S / PATENT / U.S.". Iron surfaces of revolver retain an even gray brown patina with what appears to be some original faded case-hardening visible on the frame which has faded to a silvery pewter color. The cylinder shows traces of the original cylinder scene around serial number with the balance being mostly smooth. The brass grip frame an even mellow patina overall with sub-inspector's mark "B" at top of backstrap. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good plus and may be an old refinish with no cartouches visible. (16889-12) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Model 1860 Fluted Army Revolver
Lot # 138 (Sale Order: 138 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #2896, .44 caliber, 7 1/2" barrel with a near very good bore. The revolver features all matching numbers including the wedge and is an overall brown patina. The barrel exhibits some scattered pitting but all markings remain clear and legible. The frame and cylinder are generally free of any pitting and remain quite smooth. The iron gripstrap is an even brown with just a little very fine pitting. The brass triggerguard bears a rich untouched patina. The one-piece walnut grip rates good plus as refinished, the cartouches were intentionally removed. A good solid and generally quite honest fluted Army. (16889-87) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
Lot # 139 (Sale Order: 139 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #13970, .44 caliber, 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good plus bore. This revolver has all matching numbers except for an old un-numbered replacement wedge and there is no visible number on the arbor. Iron surfaces of revolver retain a deep brown patina with scattered light pitting present in some areas; the barrel address and frame numbers are clearly visible. The frame shows what appears to be some old vise bite marks but there is patina over these. The cylinder scene is no longer visible but the serial number on the periphery of the cylinder is still visible. The brass grip frame appears to have been lightly cleaned and is in the process of re-acquiring a patina. The one-piece walnut grip rates about very good and may be an old replacement as the grip seems a bit too wide where it meets the frame but it definitely have a lot of age on it. While this is a sort of salty old Dragoon, it has a nice look and functions properly. (16889-5) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Hartford English Dragoon Revolver
Lot # 140 (Sale Order: 140 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #585 all matching except unnumbered wedge, .44 caliber, 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good bore that shows deep rifling with some scattered patches of light oxidation. The revolver bears the New York barrel address without borders and a standard third model oval triggerguard. The left side of frame bears proper "COLT'S / PATENT" marking and the cylinder and barrel show proper London proofs. This revolver appears to have been refinished long ago and shows some wear on the added finish. The cylinder shows no scene but does show evidence of being cleaned with the serial number and proofs all remaining legible. Iron surfaces of revolver retain a mix of faded old finish and a gray brown patina. The brass grip frame retains traces of original silver-plated finish and are mostly a pleasing mellow patina. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good with perhaps 30% original finish remaining. With only about 700 of these revolvers produced, this example has a nice look and should be affordable. (16889-17) {ANTIQUE}
Tipping & Lawden Cased Model 1A Pepperbox
Lot # 141 (Sale Order: 141 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #998, 22 RF, 2 5/8" four barrel cluster with oxidized bores. The left side of the frame bears the standard Tipping & Lawden mark in round pattern and the barrels bear small British proofs. The barrels retain about 95% original blue finish with areas of loss bearing a smooth gray patina. The frame retains about 97% original silver-plated finish which has a nice mellow patina and with just a tiny bit of patinated brass peeking through on the highest edges.
Tipping & Lawden Cased Model 1A Pepperbox
Lot # 142 (Sale Order: 142 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #401, 22 RF, 2 5/8" four barrel cluster with lightly oxidized bores. The left side of the frame bears the standard Tipping & Lawden mark in round pattern and the barrels bear small British proofs. The barrels retain about 80 - 85% original blue finish with areas of loss bearing a smooth gray patina. The frame retains about 90 - 95% original silver-plated finish which is thinning a little in some areas as well as on the high edges. The foliate gutta percha grips rate near excellent with just light wear present. The pistol comes in the late style blue baize lined mahogany case with burl lid, sliding lid compartment and John Blissett retailer label. The condition of the case is excellent and the included accessories are an ebony handled turnscrew, steel wiper, pewter oiler and key. The sliding lid appears to be an older replacement. Overall a good solid cased Tipping & Lawden pepperbox. (16229-332) {ANTIQUE} [Elliott Riggs Collection]
Tipping & Lawden Cased Retailer Marked Model 2B Pepperbox
Lot # 143 (Sale Order: 143 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #3436, 30 RF, 3" four barrel cluster with lightly pitted bores. This pepperbox is in very fine condition. The backstrap of this pistol is engraved "COGSWELL & HARRISON LONDON". The left side of the frame is marked with the Tipping & Lawden makers mark in circular pattern and the barrels bear small British proofs. The barrels retain 95% original blue finish. The frame retains 97% original silver-plated finish with some light scratches in the finish around the spring screw. Fire blue on firing pin , bar lever and color case-hardening on the hammer are all strong. The foliate gutta percha grips rate excellent with no chips. The pistol comes in an original blue baize lined mahogany case with two triangular covered compartments. Within the case are a key and steel wiper and the condition of the case is excellent with no visible repairs. An extremely fine Tipping & Lawden medium size pepperbox with a neat retailer mark. (16229-371) {ANTIQUE} [Elliott Riggs Collection]
Savage Figure 8 First Model Second Variation Navy Revolver
Lot # 144 (Sale Order: 144 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #110, .36 caliber, 7 1/8" octagon barrel with an about good bore that shows wear and frosting. This revolver wears two sets of numbers "110" and "41". The "41" appears to be an assembly number as it is on the small components, some parts bear both numbers. The iron parts of the revolver were cleaned and are in the process of re-acquiring a light gray patina. The brass barrel address remains 95% legible as does "CAST STEEL" on bottom of barrel. The brass frame retains a medium patina which looks like it could have been helped at some point over the years. The two-piece walnut grips rate about very good as refinished long ago and with some small chips. The bottom of the butt shows numerous impact marks from being used as a hammer. All of the screw slots show wear. Overall a decent and all original Savage brass framed Figure 8 revolver. (16889-19) {ANTIQUE}
Tipping & Lawden Cased Model 2B Pepperbox
Lot # 145 (Sale Order: 145 of 711)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #1842, 30 RF, 3" four barrel cluster with oxidized and pitted bores. This pepperbox is in very fine condition. The left side of the frame is marked with the Tipping & Lawden makers mark in circular pattern and the barrels bear small British proofs. The barrels retain about 90 - 95% original blue finish. The frame retains 97% original silver-plated finish with a pleasing mellow tarnish overall. The foliate gutta percha grips rate excellent with no chips. The pistol comes in an original blue baize lined mahogany case with two triangular compartments with both lids missing. There are no accessories in the case which is in near excellent condition with one replaced piece of the burl veneer which is about 1/2" square and not of the same burl. Overall a good solid Tipping & Lawden medium size pepperbox. (16229-369) {ANTIQUE} [Elliott Riggs Collection]
Rare Lemat Second Model Two Barrel Revolver
Lot # 146 (Sale Order: 146 of 711)
Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #1421, .42 caliber revolver with 63 caliber smoothbore barrel; both bores rate about very good. This revolver features all matching numbers on the frame, barrel, cylinder and smoothbore barrel/cylinder arbor. The top of the barrel is engraved "Col. LeMat Bte. s.g.d.g. Paris" and the right side of the barrel is additionally marked with the initials "LM" beneath a five pointed star. Metal surfaces of revolver are an even dull gray patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. The hammer has the pivoting striker and the right side tip of hammer (ahead of striker pin) is broken and missing, the left side is cracked but still present. The flat loading lever affixed to left side of frame may be a quality replacement Ð it matches perfectly in color. The sheet steel spring on right side of frame that holds the barrel pin in place is a replacement. The two-piece checkered walnut grips show wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. A good solid example of these rare and highly desirable Confederate used arms. (16889-227) {ANTIQUE}
Savage & North Figure Eight Second Model Revolver
Lot # 147 (Sale Order: 147 of 711)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #289 all matching, .36 caliber, 7" octagon barrel. This iron frame revolver is marked with proper address on the topstrap "E. SAVAGE. MIDDLETOWN, CT / H.S. NORTH PATENTED JUNE 17TH 1856". The rammer housing serial number matches the balance of the revolver but doesn't bear any markings. Metal surfaces of revolver are a gray brown color with scattered light pitting present. The topstrap markings are almost fully legible with only the "H.S." and the "6" in the patent date being no longer legible. There are some impact marks on the cylinder primarily around one of the nipple recesses. The two-piece walnut grips rate near very good as refinished and due to sanding are very slightly undersize. The revolver is mechanically functional but sometimes hangs up slightly after the hammer falls. These are extremely rare revolvers with an estimated total production of 100 pieces. A good solid example of these rare revolvers. (16889-20) {ANTIQUE}
Butterfield Percussion Army Model Revolver
Lot # 148 (Sale Order: 148 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #597 all matching, .41 caliber, 7" octagon barrel. This revolver is marked on the brass topstrap "BUTTERFIELD'S / PATENT DEC. 11. 1855 / PHILADA" and is serial numbered on virtually all components "597". The brass frame bears a bronze colored patina overall with markings remaining clear and legible and showing a few scattered casting pits. The iron barrel, rammer, hammer and cylinder retain a generally smooth plum/brown color with sharp edges. The two-piece walnut grips are both numbered "597" in large numerals on exterior bottom of each panel and rate near very good with perhaps 35% original finish remaining, they fit beautifully and have never been sanded. The removable spring loaded disc primer device remains present ahead of trigger. A very solid example of these rare revolvers with a total estimated production run of 640 pieces. (16889-2) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
Lot # 149 (Sale Order: 149 of 711)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #10737 all matching including wedge, .44 caliber, 7 1/2" barrel with a very good bore. The barrel shows a light cleaning and is a dull gray patina with barrel address being completely removed but barrel serial number is still visible. The cylinder shows about 60% of its cylinder scene and has scattered blunt impact marks and bears a pleasing gray brown patina. The frame bears a pleasing matching gray patina and bears proper "COLT'S / PATENT / U.S." marking. The brass gripframe bears a beautiful mellow patina with numerous impact marks on butt from the gun being used as some type of hammer. The one-piece walnut grip rates about very good with chips from toe and heel on each side. The grips show a good deal of oil finish and light cartouches remain visible and very near legible on each side. The wedge screw is missing and all of the patina including the loading lever matches and is very honest, it is only the barrel that has been cleaned and aged. A decent third model Dragoon. (16889-9) {ANTIQUE}
Fine Contemporary Colt Model 1874 Gatling Gun
Lot # 150 (Sale Order: 150 of 711)
Low Estimate: 20,000High Estimate: 40,000
serial #229, 45-70 Govt, 29 1/2" musket length barrels with bright very good plus to near excellent bores with a few showing some scattered light oxidation or widely scattered pinprick pit or two. The 10 barrels were finished nicely browned, now showing some light surface oxidation which is still pleasing. The barrel frame is painted with a black enamel, showing a few minor chips or flakes here and there, the right trunnion is serial numbered 229 and all the attendant parts are matching. The breech casing and feed cover, indeed all the brass surfaces, are a dull tarnished goldenrod patina, the bolts all remain bright. The gun sits atop a modern yoke and tripod with a rear steel tiller assembly with brass handle. The yoke will swivel through 360¡ of traverse and the tiller will allow roughly 58¡ travel of elevation from 16¡ depressed to 42¡ elevated. The tiller and crank handle are also finished nicely browned, the tripod is painted olive drab and rates about excellent with authentic spiked brass feet. There are three thick circular Plexiglas floor protectors included to keep your fine floors from spike damage. The overall length barrel nut to cascabel is about 47", standing about 48" from the floor (elevated on the protectors) to the top of the feed trough. The guns seems to operate well and it is purported to run perfectly. Included with the gun are two contemporary 40-round vertical gravity feed box magazines. The right side of the barrel frame holds a fold-up blade front sight and the v-style rear sight is faithful to the original design, but adjustable for windage as well as elevation. The bolt access plug was designed without a front hook to catch the bolts rear for withdrawal so they must be manually manipulated from the front. There is an exact reproduction of the original Colt nameplate with patent dates affixed to the breech casing. The gun features the improved oscillator found on the Colt 1874 guns, but there is no provision on the tiller for engagement of the worm. Overall a very nicely made gun, quality-constructed throughout, that would literally be an absolute blast at the range and would certainly be the focal point of any gun room or retail display. (Transfers as a modern long-arm) (36520-3097)[ Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection]
