Auction No. 107 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms
Saturday, August 29, 2015 | 9:00 AM Eastern
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Auction No. 107 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms
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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1100 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 1A Sharps Patent Pepperbox Pistol
Lot # 201 (Sale Order: 201 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
serial #1080, 22 RF, 2 5/8" four barrel cluster with lightly frosted bores. This is a nice condition Tipping & Lawden with a handsome presentation case. The barrels retain about 95% original blue finish that is thinning to silver. The silver plated frame exhibits high edge wear with about 97% remaining. The hammer retains strong case-hardened colors flaking to silver at the top and the rotating hammer spring still retains rich Nitre blue finish; the trigger is predominately silver. The foliate gutta-percha grips are in near excellent condition with slight wear but the grip retention screw is a later replacement. Included is a walnut presentation case with burl cover that remains in near excellent condition. The blue cloth lined interior is divided into five compartments with one covered with a sliding wood lid. The case also includes a hardwood handled turn screw, key (lock does not function) and pewter oiler. A modern Cogswell & Harrison makers label is affixed to the inner lid over reapplied velvet lid lining. (86229-331) {ANTIQUE} [Elliott Riggs Collection]
Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Pepperbox Pistol
Lot # 202 (Sale Order: 202 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #5336, 30 RF, 3" four barrel cluster with very light oxidation blemishes and pits. This fine condition pistol has the correct Tipping & Lawden circular markings and British proofs. The factory utilized a flat faced post type firing pin with corresponding firing pin holes in the standing breech. The barrels have about 20% original blue finish in the flutes with the remainder flaking to gunmetal gray with plum overtones. The hammer and locking bar have worn to pewter with faint fire blue present on the trigger. The frame retains about 90% plus original silver plating with high edge wear, scattered dents and other handling marks. The foliate gutta-percha grips are in very good to excellent condition with a few scattered dings but strong detail remaining. This is a grand example of a Model 2B Tipping & Lawden. (86229-301) {ANTIQUE} [Elliot Riggs Collection]
Cased Tipping & Lawden Model 2B Sharps Patent Pepperbox Pistol With Original Bill Of Sale
Lot # 203 (Sale Order: 203 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #3042, 30 RF, 3" four barrel cluster with lightly frosted bores. This is a superb pistol that includes the original bill of sale to purchaser. The barrel cluster retains about 98% original bright blue finish with some light silvering on the top and a few light scratches and oxidation blemishes. The frame has some light handling marks and wear but retains about 98% original silver plating. There are some scattered casting defects on the frame mostly around the right rear of the standing breech. The hammer has robust case-hardened colors and bright Nitre blue on the rotating hammer and spring. The foliate gutta-percha grips are in excellent condition and properly numbered to the gun. The right panel has a molding void on the reverse side and it has warped slightly leaving a small gap around the frame. The walnut presentation case is maker marked "Robert S. Garden" with beautifully figured burl lid that is unfortunately broken. The hinged portion of the frame has separated from the remainder of the cover but a skilled woodworker should be able to get it back to working order. The box has four compartments, two of which are covered, and is lined in blue cloth. Also included is a steel wiper. The original 1863 dated bill of sale to Sir Charles Baughton from Robert L. Garden of 29 Piccadilly, London, for 3 pounds sterling " 15 shillings " 6 pence, is included. This is a superb pistol with a seldom seen original bill of sale. (86229-355) {ANTIQUE} [Elliott Riggs Collection]
Fine Philadelphia Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle By John Wurfflein
Lot # 204 (Sale Order: 204 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.45 caliber, 33" octagon barrel with an excellent bright bore. This rifle, while rather unembellished, remains in fabulous original condition. The top of the barrel is marked "JOHN WURFFLEIN PHILADA" and the back action lock is marked simply "J.WURFFLEIN". The barrel shows a patent breech with tasteful flash deflector. The barrel retains 90% evenly thinning original brown finish which is blending with a smooth brown patina with no pitting present and with markings remaining crisp and clear. The lock retains a pleasing mix of what appears to be original oil quenched case-hardened finish blending with a smooth brown patina. The checkered straight grip walnut stock features a nice shadowline cheekpiece and has a German silver finger spur triggerguard, buttplate, toeplate, stylized fleur-de-lis lock screw washer and simple oval wedge escutcheons with the forend tip being of pewter. The condition of the stock is excellent with 85% original finish remaining and with strong clean checkering. The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers which function properly and it is sighted with a beaded blade front and simple open rear sight. Sling swivels are present mounted on bottom of middle ramrod ferrule and in toeline of stock - they appear to be original equipment. A brass tipped hickory ramrod is present, it has a narrow sliver missing at its center but is complete with original iron worm still affixed. This is a very clean and very honest example of these finely made Philadelphia rifles. (16933-4) {ANTIQUE}
Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 205 (Sale Order: 205 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #60243, 405 WCF, 24" barrel with a very good bore that retains strong rifling but shows a light frosting throughout. The metal surfaces retain 85% original blue with the barrel beginning to fade towards brown and the receiver and lever showing some areas that are brown and gray-brown. There is some scattered light freckling and some light spotty oxidation throughout as well as a couple of spots of light pitting. The smooth walnut stock and schnabel tipped forearm with ebony insert rate very good to near excellent with multiple light dings and scratches, a small chip by the receiver on the buttstock, a short crack by the heel, and a couple of spots of light gray paint splatter. The buttstock is fitted with a red rubber recoil pad over a hard rubber spacer with the widow"s peak still in place, ergo the stock is uncut. The recoil pad is cracking with some damage to its edges; it has a dark leather face that shows some wear primarily at the toe and heel with some crazing throughout. It has a Lyman ivory bead front sight and its original No. 22 flat top rear leaf sight with an adjustable leaf. A fine original gun in a very desirable caliber that would look great in any collection. (126979-7) {C&R}
U.S. Model 1896 Krag Carbine By Springfield Armory
Lot # 206 (Sale Order: 206 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,000
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serial #71278, 30-40, 22" barrel with a very good, lightly frosted bore with some more minor pitting toward the breech. The barrel retains about 85% of the original gray-blue which is flaking to a mottled brown and mixing with areas of very light surface oxidation, pitting and staining. The remaining metal surfaces are an overall mottled gray with the areas of brown patina and light specks of surface oxidation present as well. The receiver and sideplate retain small amounts of the original oil quenched case color, mostly visible along the upper left side, and the extractor has most of its original fire blue. The walnut handguard rates excellent while the carbine stock rates very good and has some light handling marks and some light cracking and chipping along the left side around the sling ring and sideplate. The stock has a raised grain appearance to it and an oil finish that has been added, the firing proof and inspector's cartouche are present but faint. The initials "JLA" can be made out but the date is not discernable. Carbine features the correct sights and barrel band with rear sight protector, and the sling ring is intact as well. A very nice carbine that has a few minor apologies and is in near excellent condition overall and would make and excellent representative piece. (47047-2) {ANTIQUE}
serial #71278, 30-40, 22" barrel with a very good, lightly frosted bore with some more minor pitting toward the breech. The barrel retains about 85% of the original gray-blue which is flaking to a mottled brown and mixing with areas of very light surface oxidation, pitting and staining. The remaining metal surfaces are an overall mottled gray with the areas of brown patina and light specks of surface oxidation present as well. The receiver and sideplate retain small amounts of the original oil quenched case color, mostly visible along the upper left side, and the extractor has most of its original fire blue. The walnut handguard rates excellent while the carbine stock rates very good and has some light handling marks and some light cracking and chipping along the left side around the sling ring and sideplate. The stock has a raised grain appearance to it and an oil finish that has been added, the firing proof and inspector's cartouche are present but faint. The initials "JLA" can be made out but the date is not discernable. Carbine features the correct sights and barrel band with rear sight protector, and the sling ring is intact as well. A very nice carbine that has a few minor apologies and is in near excellent condition overall and would make and excellent representative piece. (47047-2) {ANTIQUE}
U.S. Model 1898 Krag Rifle By Springfield Armory
Lot # 207 (Sale Order: 207 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #442281, 30-40, 30" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 90% original blue that is lightly flaking to brown and mixing with a few specks of light surface oxidation. The barrel bands, triggerguard and buttplate are in a similar state but have more loss with more gray metal showing. The receiver has an overall mottled gray-blue appearance, the extractor has nearly all its bright fire blue. The bolt body remains bright, the handle has a mottled brown patina. The walnut handguard and buttstock rate excellent and have a few light handling marks but nearly all of what appears to be the original finish. The firing proof and boxed "JLA" inspector's cartouche are crisp with a date of "1903". Rifle has the correct 1902 style front and rear sights. The sling and stacking swivels are intact. A really wonderful condition rifle that would be the pride of a turn of the 20th century military collection. (46965-70) {C&R}
Rare U.S. Model 1892 Krag Type Ii Rifle By Springfield Armory
Lot # 208 (Sale Order: 208 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #12671, 30-40, 30" barrel with a dark, pitted bore that has some good rifling present throughout. The metal surfaces are overall a rich mottled brown with areas of oxidation staining and light pinprick pitting throughout. The magazine cover plate bears some trace amounts of case color and is otherwise gray. The walnut stock and handguard rate about very good. The stocks have several small dings and cracks, the buttstock has minor chip at the toe and along the edges by the receiver, there is a small arsenal repair on the right side along the bolt handle cutout. The wood has added finish and the firing proof and boxed "JLA" cartouche dated "1895" are faint but still visible. The sights are correct and an iron cleaning rod is included. A very good example overall of these rare original condition 1892 series rifles."(46965-5) {ANTIQUE}
Maynard Second Model Martial Carbine
Lot # 209 (Sale Order: 209 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #14977, 50 cal., 20" round barrel with an octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore having a few light pits with bright crisp rifling. The barrel retains about 95% original blue overall thinning to brown with a few sporadic specks of light oxidation and pinprick pitting. The frame retains 97-98% original case colors which have softened only slightly having some scattered specks of very fine oxidation and some very minor marring from the saddle ring. The walnut buttstock rates excellent retaining much original finish with two crisp left side cartouches and a few minor light blemishes. The iron buttplate bears a pleasing mottled brown patina. An extremely fine second model Maynard carbine. (56965-58) {ANTIQUE}
U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Scarce And Early "Oil Hole" Variation Revolver
Lot # 210 (Sale Order: 210 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #431, 44 S&W, 8" round ribbed barrel with a very good bore. These first model Americans were the first cartridge revolvers purchased by the U.S. Government and some were known to have been used at the Battle of Little Big Horn and favored by western characters such as William F. Cody and Wyatt Earp. The metal surfaces of revolver retain a pleasing smooth and even gray brown patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. Tiny sub-inspectors initials "A" on lower left side of frame and "P" on right side of ejector housing, in cylinder flute and right side of frame also remain clear and legible. The two-piece walnut grips rate very good plus with some old added light finish and they are numbered on the inside "9754". The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing the revolver shipping to the U.S. Government, Springfield Armory on March 16, 1871. A very nice example of these scarce and very early U.S. martial cartridge arms. This revolver was formerly part of the well-known Charles Duffy collection. (17063-9) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Single Action Army Second Generation Revolver
Lot # 211 (Sale Order: 211 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #41197SA, 45 LC, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, ejector rod housing and cylinder all retain 98% original blue with loss due to a light turn ring and some light scratches on bottom of barrel about an inch back from the muzzle and a single scratch on the side of the ejector rod housing. The frame retains 95% original color case-hardened finish with loss due to just even subtle fading, the colors are all there just slightly less vibrant than when they left Hartford. The hammer retains all of its blue on the spine with sides still brightly polished. The grip frame retains 98% original blue with just the slightest wear on backstrap and one small abrasion on the top of the backstrap. The original checkered hard rubber grips are scratch-numbered to the gun and rate excellent plus. A very nice little second genny. (17254-17) {C&R}
Colt Model 1877 Lightning Revolver
Lot # 212 (Sale Order: 212 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #132580, 38 Colt, 4 1/2" barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows only a few spots of sparsely scattered light pitting. The barrel itself retains about 90% original blue with even wear, some minor handling marks and some light pitting near the muzzle; the ejector rod housing showing blue in the protected areas with a small ding at its tip. The cylinder shows a bit less blue, perhaps 75%, with minor wear, some areas of light oxidation and a few spots of light pitting. The frame retains about 80% original color case-hardening which is vivid in spots, the balance a smoky mottled smooth case-hardened patina showing a few dings along the edges of the topstrap. The hammer and trigger have toned to a silvery and dark gray patina with some original blue at the root of the triggerguard and atop the knuckle of the backstrap. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate very good showing lightly worn checkering, smooth along the sharp edges of the birdshead grips, the wear more pronounced on the left grip; they are pencil-numbered to the gun. A few of the screw heads show some slot damage but the revolver seems to function properly however the cylinder stop will slip past on the loading notch. A very respectable example overall manufactured in 1902. (37265-13) {C&R}
Colt Woodsman Target Model Semi-Auto Pistol
Lot # 213 (Sale Order: 213 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #90463, 22 LR, 6" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this lovely pistol retain 98% to near 99% original blue, showing a couple spots of very light high edge wear, some very light muzzle wear and a few very sparsely scattered, very scant handling marks or very light oxidation spots here and there. The checkered walnut grips rate excellent showing a few very minor flattened points, the right grip with some very light box rub wear. The pistol comes housed in its original purple one piece hinge-top box, pencil-numbered to the gun, with some additional illegible writing on its underside; the end label features "Target" and "Patridge Sights" surcharges. Included is a single two-tone magazine in very good to near excellent condition, blued steel Colt screwdriver, blued steel wiping rod and boar bristle bore brush, in original paper sleeve, Colt Woodsman instruction sheet (form M-90), Colt "Shooting Suggestions" pamphlet and the original test target, numbered to the gun. Overall a very nice, investment-grade example, very complete with papers and accessories. (37265-12) {C&R}
U.S. Model 1917 Revolver By Colt, Civilian Sold
Lot # 214 (Sale Order: 214 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #304901, 45 ACP/Rim, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue over the typical hasty First World War wartime polish. There are a few spots of light oxidation present and the beginning of some flaking to brown on the underside of the barrel. All of the hasty wartime polish including the sight feathering is crisp. The Colts address and patent dates are atop the barrel (the last patent date is July 1905) with the caliber marking on the left side "Colt DA 45" and Rampant Colt on the sideplate. There is no "United States Property" marking nor are there any U.S. government inspector markings on the gun. Indeed the bottom of the butt has been very neatly cleaned of the U.S. Army model and Army inventory number, it would appear as though the lanyard loop was installed post-cleaning as it fits very tightly to the frame without an appreciable gap between its base, as would occur were the frame drilled for the lanyard loop, the loop removed, then the roll-mark cleaned, then the loop reinstalled. The bright-polished sides of the hammer show some light oxidation and the smooth walnut grips rate very good with light handling marks overall, the left grip pencil-numbered "305198", the right grip pencil-numbered "303348". The gun times and locks up as well as the day at first left the Hartford plant. A very interesting Colt double action revolver still in a very fine state of condition. (37325-14) {C&R}
Special Order Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 215 (Sale Order: 215 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #162469A, 38 WCF, 24" barrel with a bright very good bore which shows strong rifling but with some spots of scattered light pitting, a couple slightly more moderate. The barrel is primarily a dark gray-blue, faded original blue patina with some toning to pewter and scattered light spots of oxidation and a couple spots of light pitting near the receiver and at the muzzle. The barrel has a number of circumferential score marks scattered about its full length, they are light in character. The nosecap and button magazine have toned to a pewter and plum with some generous trace original blue. The sideplates and receiver retain perhaps 30% fading original blue, the balance flaked to brown with toning to pewter on the high edges and contact spots. There are areas of oxidation, primarily on the left plate and flats with some scattered light pitting, most prevalent in the carry area of the frame, there is some strong fire temper blue remaining on the loading gate. The straight grip walnut buttstock rates very good as lightly cleaned, now devoid of finish. There are the remnants of some light dings and handling marks with the wood adjacent to the frame slightly dark, also showing a 1" crack at the right of the upper tang. The forend is in a similar state of condition showing a bit more wear and being slightly loose-fitting. The wood remains proud for the most part, the buttplate now slightly ill-fitting, showing a bit of oxidation staining leaching in from beneath the buttplate. The original sights are intact as is the dust cover and the mechanism seems to operate properly with the "38 Cal." still present on the cartridge lifter; the filler screws are not present in the tang. Still a very attractive 1884-manufactured special-order 1873 third model with its button magazine. (37292-60) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Varrell Collection]
Very Rare U.S. Model 1875 Lee Vertical Action Rifle
Lot # 216 (Sale Order: 216 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
45-70 Govt., 32 5/8" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a truly stunning rifle. These extremely rare rifles were produced by Springfield in 1875 and are the only martini action guns made by a U.S. arsenal. The barrel retains about 95-97% evenly thinning original blue appearing a plum-brown under bright full spectrum light with loss due primarily to light bayonet wear at the muzzle and a small area of flaking at the breech. The action and remaining metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue toning to gray with majority of loss on the triggerguard and buttplate along with light silvering along the edges and contact points; the breechblock channel remains quite bright and smooth. The top tang is marked "U.S. / PAT. MAR. 16, 1875", the barrel is properly unmarked. The walnut stock rates excellent retaining nearly all its original finish with crisp inspector cartouche and firing proof. The stock shows a few light handling marks and pinprick impressions in the right side of the stock above the trigger. The rifle features its original military sights, ramrod and sling swivels. A rare and desirable martial arm with only 143 ever produced. (56965-67) {ANTIQUE}
Palmer Bolt Action Carbine By E.G. Lamson
Lot # 217 (Sale Order: 217 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #366, 50 RF, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and lock plate are properly marked and the lockplate is dated 1865 at the rear. The barrel has toned to a pleasing brown patina with some very light silvering around the muzzle and perhaps a sporadic minute scratch here and there; the barrel band is a brighter mottled brown-gray. The lock, triggerguard and buttplate retain all of their brilliant crisp case colors with only a little mellowing at the heel and toe. The walnut stock rates very good plus with a small thin crack along the top of the wrist and minor light dents and blemishes acquired over the years. The stock shows a crisp inspector cartouche, sharp edges and smaller secondary proofs below the sling bar and in front of the buttplate. The action remains crisp and functions mechanically. A nice honest Palmer carbine. (56965-63) {ANTIQUE}
Peabody Carbine By Providence Tool Company
Lot # 218 (Sale Order: 218 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,500
.50 RF, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely Peabody carbine. The barrel retains about 95% original blue, loss toning to brown more pronounced bright light; the barrel band is a slightly duller mottled gray. The frame, breechblock and lever retain 95-97% nice original case colors with some scattered very fine oxidation staining and minor light handling marks on the frame, the colors crisp and brilliant in areas. The buttplate has mellowed to a slightly duller brown-gray with some strong case color on the tang. The walnut buttstock and forearm rate near excellent showing perhaps some added light finish with a good left side cartouche and a few minor dents and bruises. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the saddle ring is intact. A nice looking excellent example Peabody carbine overall. (56965-60) {ANTIQUE}
U.S. M1A1 Carbine By Inland Division
Lot # 219 (Sale Order: 219 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #667068, 30 carbine, 18" barrel with a bright excellent bore. Correctly constructed with nearly all Inland or Inland subcontractor-marked parts, the metal surfaces retain about 97% slightly fading post-war arsenal reparkerized finish, the bolt actually being blued and Underwood Elliott-Fisher subcontracted. The stock itself rates very good plus to excellent showing an old refinish with some added varnish, the pistolgrip retaining minor dings and dents from the years showing some light sanding marks. There are no longer remnants of any cartouches nor ordnance wheel nor firing proof however the pistolgrip is correctly marked beneath the pivot plate "RI/3" for the Richardson Brothers Company, tier 3 subcontractor to Overton, (the stock subcontractor to Inland Division). The left side of the stock is flat without the normally seen rebate on World War II-issue stocks, the gun shows correct rivets on cheekpiece, staked washer on the bottom of the pistolgrip and appropriate mould marks and part number on the cast buttplate; the handguard is "I/O" marked. The gun comes with a parked 15 round "UN" marked magazine, correct oiler and a correct green web carbine sling and features standard barrel band, push-button safety but adjustable rear sight. Overall a very good example of a post-war, third-generation arsenal refurbished M1A1 carbine. (37295-8) {C&R}
Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Rifle
Lot # 220 (Sale Order: 220 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #135596A, 38-40, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright minty bore. This rifle is a stunning, complete Turnbull restoration. The left side of the the lower tang is marked "XX 5119 R" indicating that this rifle was indeed a deluxe rifle prior to the restoration. The barrel and magazine are likely Turnbull products and are perfectly marked, finished and fitted. The action retains 100% of Turnbull's perfectly executed color-case-hardened finish as do the lever, hammer, nosecap and buttplate. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured American black walnut and are also Turnbull products with the buttstock properly assembly numbered to match in top tang channel and with proper ebony inlay in base of pistolgrip. The rifle is equipped with standard open sporting sights. This Winchester 1873 deluxe has been expertly restored to exactly as it looked when it left New Haven in 1883. These Turnbull restorations have become their own field of collecting and enjoy an active and vibrant market. (17111-16) {ANTIQUE}
Parker VH Boxlock Double Shotgun
Lot # 221 (Sale Order: 221 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #228283, 16 ga. on a No. 1 frame, 28" barrels with bright excellent bores choked full and extra full. This gun is in very nice condition and has a nice quality, period added beavertail forearm and has been equipped with a Pachmayr White Line recoil pad. Aside from those two performance enhancements, the shotgun is original and handles very nicely. The barrels feature brass front and white mid beads and retains 95% original blue. The action shows about 50% original color case-hardened finish with the balance bearing a pleasing smooth gray patina. All markings on gun remain crisp and clear and screw heads are excellent. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of walnut and rate very good with added finish on the buttstock and strong checkering on both buttstock and beavertail forend. The shotgun is tight and points like a dream with a 14 5/8" length of pull and with drops of 1 5/8" and 2 5/8". Weighing in just shy of 7 lbs., you could shoot this one comfortably all day. A very nice small bore Parker shotgun that is all ready for fall. (17295-13)
H A Lindner Charles Daly Empire Grade Single Barrel Trap Shotgun
Lot # 222 (Sale Order: 222 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #2442, 12 ga., 32" ventilated rib barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore which shows one spot of very light pitting about halfway down its length. The Krupp fluid steel barrel shows light engraving at the breeches and has a nice matted ventilated rib with dual ivory target beads. The frame shows nice quality light scroll engraving with geometric matting atop the heavily bolstered frame. It is primarily a mottled pewter gray patina with perhaps 50% original colors showing primarily in the protected areas beneath the bolsters. The checkered capped pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates very good plus to excellent with only a few light handling marks from the years showing a length of pull to the solid hard rubber recoil pad of 14 1/2" with drops of 1 1/4" and 2 1/4". The splinter forend rates about very good as well showing a couple very small cracks along its rear edge and one small rectangular repair from many years ago. Lockup seems tight with the top lever drifting just slightly left of center. Really a very nice quality-made Lindner gun overall still in an attractive state of condition. (37346-1) {C&R}
Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. Model 1865 Carbine
Lot # 223 (Sale Order: 223 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #10395, 52 cal R.F., 20" barrel with a near very good bore with strong rifling visible and scattered pits throughout its entire length. The barrel has toned to a mottled pewter-brown patina, the frame more of a smoky case-hardened patina, with scattered pinprick pitting on all surfaces; the top of the barrel is marked "M. 1865". The straight grip walnut buttstock and forend rate good showing a handful of lengthy cracks, chipping on the edges and moderate dings and bruises throughout; the metal is proud of the wood in most areas. Carbine has a post front sight and the rear sight dovetail is empty; the saddle ring is present on the bar. Springfield Research Service records indicate that this Spencer Carbine, serial #10395, was classified as a rifle and issued to the H Company 11th Kentucky Volunteer Cavalry in 1864. This Union company was involved in engagements such as the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, the Battle of Saltville and also the siege of Atlanta. (157249-229) {ANTIQUE}
Springfield Armory-Altered Spencer Civil War Carbine
Lot # 224 (Sale Order: 224 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #20336, 50 R.F., 22" barrel with a good, heavily pitted bore. The barrel has toned to an even plum-brown patina with scattered pinprick pitting. The frame, lever and remaining iron have toned to a slightly darker case-hardened patina with several pinprick pits and oxidation stains; some of the screw heads show slot wear. The straight grip walnut buttstock and forend rate good with a handful of lengthy cracks in multiple locations and several dings and bruises from the years; the "ESA" cartouche is still mostly visible on the left side. Carbine has a Stabler cutoff and is outfitted with standard front sight, the rear sight is missing. The original saddle ring and sling swivels are present. An honest Springfield-altered Spencer carbine. (157285-23) {ANTIQUE}
Early Belgian Breech Loading Conversion Percussion Rifle By Doflein
Lot # 225 (Sale Order: 225 of 1099)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
.45 Caliber, 33 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel retains about 98-99% original blue with various amount of fine surface oxidation scattered about and brown patina flaking through. The back-action Leontine Deroy lock and hammer have a fading coin finish flaking to gray and mottled brown, and are finely engraved with foliate scroll patterns and have fine gold inlay line pattern borders, the lettering has been filled with gold as well. The triggerguard, barrel bands, breech lever and tang portion of the buttplate have similar engraved patterns and gold line borders as well. The lockplate has some light impact marks along the lower edges and several of the screws have minor slot damage. The breech lever is marked "NS DOFLEIN BTE LEIGE" in gold along the top and has "NS DOFLEIN BTE" and "FOND DES TAWES A LEIGE 8" along the sides. There are Belgian proofs still visible on the sides of the barrel and the internal parts of the breech mechanism. The triggerguard has areas of very fine oxidation mingling with the engraved patterns and gold inlay and features a bonnet bearing maiden with feather in cap holding what appears to be a period schutzen style rifle with an outstretched arm. The near full length European walnut stock rates near excellent and has several light dings and small divots throughout. The stock has a lovely tiger stripe pattern to its grain that further accentuates the detail of the metal work. The barrel is equipped with a side mounted bayonet lug and has an adjustable winged front sight with gold demarcations and a military style rear sight with gold accented lines as well. Rifle is equipped with sling swivels and included is an appropriate steel ramrod. A very unique and elegant looking rifle in excellent overall condition. (46965-68) {ANTIQUE}
