Auction No. 113 – Session 1
Saturday, March 25, 2017 | 9:00 AM Eastern
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Auction No. 113 – Session 1
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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1700 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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German P.08 Luger BYF-Marked Pistol by Mauser
Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,000
serial #3170y, 9mm, 4'' barrel with a bright about excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original salt blue, the loss due to high edge wear and sparsely scattered pinprick pitting along the frame. The toggle is marked byf, the chamber is dated 41 and all of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. The checkered black Bakelite grips rate excellent and are correctly un-numbered. Included is a single blue-bodied plastic-based magazine marked "fxo" and Waffenamt 37 stamped. The right side of the receiver has the correct "SE-655 SE-655" acceptance stamps followed by the "eagle/(swastika)" German military test proof, which is also on the barrel and breechblock. Overall an excellent example of a "black widow" P.08 in a seldom encountered state of condition. (218050-32) {C&R}
Excellent Zero Series P.38 Semi-Automatic Pistol by Walther
Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
Description Update (3/15/17): Serial number is 08254
serial #008254, 9mm, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this fourth variation pistol retain 98% original gloss blue with a small spot of silvering on triggerguard, some freckling and silvering near muzzle, a small fading spot on barrel and some scattered faint silvering scratches. The checkered rubber grips are numbered matching to the frame and rate very good showing a few light dings, handling marks and some minor dirt staining. All of the serialized parts are matching and the barrel, frame and slide are all marked with "(Eagle)/359" Waffenamts. This pistol includes a single magazine that is numbered to a different gun on the left side and it is marked with an "(Eagle)/359" Waffenamt on the bottom of the spine. An excellent early P.38 that will be difficult to upgrade from. (208050-115) {C&R}
serial #008254, 9mm, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this fourth variation pistol retain 98% original gloss blue with a small spot of silvering on triggerguard, some freckling and silvering near muzzle, a small fading spot on barrel and some scattered faint silvering scratches. The checkered rubber grips are numbered matching to the frame and rate very good showing a few light dings, handling marks and some minor dirt staining. All of the serialized parts are matching and the barrel, frame and slide are all marked with "(Eagle)/359" Waffenamts. This pistol includes a single magazine that is numbered to a different gun on the left side and it is marked with an "(Eagle)/359" Waffenamt on the bottom of the spine. An excellent early P.38 that will be difficult to upgrade from. (208050-115) {C&R}
Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle
Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #53203, 22 S,L,LR, 24" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish with some light silvering around the muzzle and some extremely light specks of surface oxidation. The receiver retains 99% original blue finish having the slightest amount of loss on the high edges. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with a light added varnish and light handling marks. The buttstock is fitted with a checkered steel buttplate which retains 96% original blue finish displaying some light specks of surface oxidation. The rifle is sighted with its original front and rear sights. This is a lovely model 61 rifle manufactured in 1941. (178098-29) {C&R}
Wonderful William Schaefer of Boston Boxlock Two Barrel Set Doublegun
Lot # 4 (Sale Order: 4 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #3594, 10 ga., 28" barrels are choked .003" and .008" and 30" barrels choked .019" and .019". Both sets of barrels are of magnificent Bernard twist steel and all bores are bright and excellent. This shotgun is virtually identical to a Prussian Daly, the barrels bear the crossed pistol mark of H.A. Lindner of Suhl an this gun came here at least as a barreled action and perhaps a finished product. The quality and condition are superb. Each of the barrel ribs feature Lindner's distinctive hand matting with open fields on the ribs being engraved "WM. R. SCHAEFER & SON BOSTON Superior Quality". The action features lovely tight scroll engraving in about 75% coverage. The triggerguard and top lever are also engraved as are the doll's head rib extensions and barrels and there is a geometric border around the circumference of barrel breeches. The shotgun was made with individual forends for each set of barrels and the forend metal is engraved in tight scroll and geometric patterns. The condition of the gun is fabulous with both sets of barrels showing vivid Bernard damascus pattern their entire lengths. The action retains about 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened mostly on the belly with more contrast on the sides. The belly still shows subtle color with the balance faded to a German silver color. The checkered round knob pistolgrip and both splinter forends are of beautifully figured French walnut and rate excellent retaining 95% original finish and with crisp original checkering. Both forends have lovely horn inlaid tips and the shotgun features a 14 1/8" length of pull over its 1/2" checkered horn buttplate which has just very light moth damage on some of the edges; drops are 1 7/8" and 3 3/8". The shotgun comes in its original leather luggage style case with Schaefer label and purple baize lining. The lid of the case is embossed with the name "N.C. NASH" while the silver oval monogram plate in toeline of stock has full border engraving and a fancy "N" initial. Nathaniel Cushing Nash was a wealthy resident of Boston and heir to the Nash Sugar fortune. He was "deeply interested in shooting, yachting, fishing and hunting".The condition of the case is excellent. A truly fabulous, high quality and high condition William Schaefer, Boston two-barrel set doublegun. (18190-3) {ANTIQUE}
Winchester Model 62 Slide Action Rifle
Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 5 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #202088, 22 S,L,LR, 23" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fabulous model 62 with the metal surfaces retaining 98-99% original blue finish having some slight loss due to light scratches and a few tiny specks of surface oxidation. The smooth walnut straight grip buttstock and forend rate excellent with just a few lightly scattered dings and scratches from the years. The buttstock is fitted with its original Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Rifle is equipped with standard open sights. An excellent Winchester model 62. (178098-28) {C&R}
Colt Commercial Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 6 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #C121224, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing light fading to gray and brown flaking on the frontstrap with a bit of high edge and contact point wear. There are a number of small dings and impact marks on the slide in the area of the muzzle and a few very sparsely scattered very light handling marks here or there, the left side of the frame showing a very light reassembly scratch which barely breeches the blue. The diamond checkered walnut grips rate about excellent showing nearly all their original varnish but with a couple of dings or scratches within the diamonds around the stock screws, the right grip with a few compressed points. Included is an unmarked two-tone magazine which rates about excellent. Inspection of the frame reveals this to be a First World War-machined frame with the "heart-shaped" grip frame milling, no doubt rejected or not-yet inspected, after cancellation of the government contract, held-over for sale as a commercial pistol. Overall a very handsome example in a very fine state of condition. (38100-69) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Colt Commercial Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 7 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #C140693, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows some very sparsely scattered very light frosting in the grooves. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, the loss is due to wear to gray on the frontstrap, it would appear as though there were a bit of surface oxidation here at one point which was very lightly cleaned, the area now reacquiring a patina. There is some very light muzzle wear, a bit of high edge wear and the assorted extremely light, extremely sparsely scattered scratches here and there. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very good plus to near excellent showing only some very very light compression of some of the points. The barrel is completely unmarked but appears to be a Colt product, the slide is appropriately serial numbered to the gun and one very nice blued seven round magazine is included marked on its base plate "Colt/45 Auto.". A really very lovely example overall of a transitional-era 1911A1 which would be right at home in a purple hinge-top box. (38100-83) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Argentine Model 1927 Semi-Auto Pistol by D.G.F.M. _ (F.M.A.P.)
Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 8 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #76083, 11.25mm (45 ACP), 5" barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol retains wonderful condition, has no visible importer marks and includes several desirable accessories. The metal surfaces retain about 99% factory original blue with a few scattered light scratches. The checkered black synthetic grips rate excellent and the left panel is maker marked. The barrel and slide are correctly numbered to the gun and all markings including the Argentine seal remain crisp. The pistol includes the original factory box that is correctly labeled and numbered to the gun, three magazines that are numbered to the gun, and a test target dated September 18, 1952 that is also numbered to the gun. Two of the provided magazines are still wrapped in wax paper and packing grease, and the box rates about good plus with edge wear, the outer layer of fiber starting to flake in a few areas and one torn corner on the cover. The pistol appears to have seen little if any use. You do not often see a Model 1927 in such fine condition. (88100-46) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Winchester Model 1894 Special Order Takedown Short Rifle
Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 9 of 821)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
Description Update (3/15/17): Stock shows added finish
serial #203017, 32 WS, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a near very good bore that shows strong rifling its entire length with some scattered light pitting present. This is a very rare configuration being a 20" part octagon takedown short rifle. The rifle has proper 8 3/8" forend and standard rifle buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% original blue with most loss coming in one thin area just behind the front sight. The action retains 90 - 95% original blue with most loss due to thinning on belly where worn metal bears a pleasing smooth gray patina. The hammer and lever retain brilliant original color case-hardened finish. The takedown collar has flaked to a smoky gray brown patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with about 95% original finish remaining. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting front, a Winchester Smokeless rear and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight. The rifle comes with a Cody research request form which confirms the configuration of the rifle and shows it shipping on January 11, 1904. A handsome little 1894 rifle in a very cool configuration. (18087-119) {C&R} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
serial #203017, 32 WS, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a near very good bore that shows strong rifling its entire length with some scattered light pitting present. This is a very rare configuration being a 20" part octagon takedown short rifle. The rifle has proper 8 3/8" forend and standard rifle buttstock with steel crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% original blue with most loss coming in one thin area just behind the front sight. The action retains 90 - 95% original blue with most loss due to thinning on belly where worn metal bears a pleasing smooth gray patina. The hammer and lever retain brilliant original color case-hardened finish. The takedown collar has flaked to a smoky gray brown patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with about 95% original finish remaining. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting front, a Winchester Smokeless rear and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight. The rifle comes with a Cody research request form which confirms the configuration of the rifle and shows it shipping on January 11, 1904. A handsome little 1894 rifle in a very cool configuration. (18087-119) {C&R} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Norwegian Model 1914 Semi-Auto Pistol by Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk
Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 10 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #31681, 11.25x23mm (45 ACP), 5" barrel with an excellent bore. This 1945 dated post war assembled pistol retains about 97% black phosphate finish with scattered light scratches, high edge wear and assembly marks. The hammer has strong case-hardened colors visible with light operation marks. The black double diamond checkered factory grips rate about very good with scattered light dents, dings, diamond point damage and the lighter colored birch wood showing through the handling marks. The pistol has all appropriate parts correctly serial numbered to the gun for a pistol made in 1945. The slide has a crisp Konsberg crest above the serial number, King Haakon's crest on the slide, Jorgen Bjornholt initials on the triggerguard, Halvdan Alstad inspection marks and no Waffenamt marks. The pistol includes a single phosphate finished magazine with pinned base and lanyard loop. This lovely pistol appears to have seen only light use and retains wonderful finish. (88100-75) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Takedown Rifle
Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 11 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #137219, 33 WCF, 24" round barrel with half magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine retain 95% original blue finish overall while the action shows about 80% bright original blue with nearly all loss coming on the belly from carry wear. Most action screws show very slight slot damage and there are a couple light scratches on the action that barely penetrate the finish. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent as very lightly refinished. The original checkered hard rubber buttplate rates excellent with no chips. The rifle is sighted with Lyman hunting front sight mounted in raised ramp and a standard sporting rear sight. Overall a nice example of the lightweight takedown 1886 rifle. (18087-60) {C&R} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Winchester Model 1895 Early Three-Digit Flatside Rifle
Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 12 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,500
serial #264, 40-72, 26" round barrel with bright near excellent bore that shows just very slight frosting in the grooves. This is a very honest and clean example of these handsome flatside 1895 rifles. The barrel retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish overall which is beginning to blend with a pleasing smooth brown patina in areas. The action and magazine retain about 75% original blue finish with loss due to light even flaking on the action, the magazine blue itself is stronger with less flaking. The plain walnut buttstock and schnabel tipped forend with ebony insert rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining, very few handling marks, excellent fit and rich color. The rifle is sighted with a Beach style combination front and semi-buckhorn rear sporting sights. All screwheads remain clean and the hammer retains most of its strong original color case-hardened finish. The included factory letter confirms the configuration of the rifle and shows receipt in the warehouse on May 11, 1896 and shipping on June 10, 1896 with a return and repair on June 22, 1898. A nice clean and completely honest early three digit flatside rifle. (18087-101) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Fine Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 13 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,500
serial #116419, 44 WCF, 24" round barrel with button magazine and a fair bore that is evenly pitted but shows rifling its entire length. This rifle is in standard configuration except for the special order short magazine. The condition is quite nice with the barrel retaining about 95% evenly thinning original blue finish. The action retains about 90% original blue with loss due primarily to light thinning on the sideplates and on high edges where metal is beginning to blend with a smooth brown patina. The hammer and lever have turned dark and have a pleasing appearance. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks present. Just a very nice and completely honest 1873 rifle with lots of original condition. (18087-12) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Winchester Model 1873 Special Order Rifle in Half Nickel Finish
Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 14 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,500
Description Update (3/15/17): 1/3" chip at comb and 3/4" chip upper left of forend
serial #70983, 38-40, 24" part round part octagon barrel with button magazine and a near very good bore that shows some scattered light pitting. This rifle features several special order options including part octagon barrel, shorter than standard magazine, nickel action and trim, shotgun buttplate and sights. The barrel retains 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with markings remaining crisp and clean. The action retains about 90% original nickel plated finish with loss due to even light flaking and with those areas taking on a pleasing smooth brown patina. The nosecap retains about 95% original nickel plated finish and the smooth steel shotgun buttplate bears an even smooth gray patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good plus with a good deal of original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks. The rifle is nicely sighted with a Beach combination front, standard sporting rear and a graduated folding tang mounted peepsight. The rifle comes with a records request form from Cody which reads as follows: Rifle, 38, 1/2 octagon, 1/2 Nickel - nickel trim?, graduated peep and Beach, received in the warehouse on April 28, 1881 and shipped the same day. Winchester rifles with special finishes are quite rare and desirable. This is a very fine special order 1873 rifle. (18087-112) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
serial #70983, 38-40, 24" part round part octagon barrel with button magazine and a near very good bore that shows some scattered light pitting. This rifle features several special order options including part octagon barrel, shorter than standard magazine, nickel action and trim, shotgun buttplate and sights. The barrel retains 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with markings remaining crisp and clean. The action retains about 90% original nickel plated finish with loss due to even light flaking and with those areas taking on a pleasing smooth brown patina. The nosecap retains about 95% original nickel plated finish and the smooth steel shotgun buttplate bears an even smooth gray patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good plus with a good deal of original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks. The rifle is nicely sighted with a Beach combination front, standard sporting rear and a graduated folding tang mounted peepsight. The rifle comes with a records request form from Cody which reads as follows: Rifle, 38, 1/2 octagon, 1/2 Nickel - nickel trim?, graduated peep and Beach, received in the warehouse on April 28, 1881 and shipped the same day. Winchester rifles with special finishes are quite rare and desirable. This is a very fine special order 1873 rifle. (18087-112) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Rare Engraved Adirondack Repeating Rifle by O.M. Robinson of Plattsburgh, New York
Lot # 15 (Sale Order: 15 of 821)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
Description Update (3/15/17): Wood shows a 1/2" crack at front right and minor areas of flaking varnish
serial #162, 44 cf, 24" octagon barrel with three-quarter magazine and a very good bore. This is an interesting and intriguing Adirondack rifle. The top of breechblock is marked "PATd MAR. 10 .57 / EXTd FEB. 27. 71." and the barrel bears no markings other than the serial number. The action of his rifle features full coverage loose relief scroll engraving with punch dot shaded background which is original and typical of the style used by the Robinson firm. The left side of the action features a round panel with a depiction of a deer which is very "folky" and endearing. The top and bottom of action feature geometric patterns along edges with the same scroll in the centers. The brass buttplate is also engraved on top of tang and shows about half coverage on the rear part of plate. The barrel and magazine bear a pleasing even gray-brown patina with just a little scattered light surface oxidation present. Lead solder affixing magazine to barrel may have been reapplied long ago. The action retains about 95% original nickel plated finish which is faded to a lovely pewter color. The walnut buttstock features a handsome and dainty raised cheekrest and shows coarse, rudimentary checkering at wrist. While all Robinson rifles were supposedly manufactured in rimfire chamberings, this rifle may be an original centerfire version or could have had a period bolt alteration to centerfire. The rifle comes in a nice later canvas covered full length luggage style case. A very interesting and very rare highly embellished example of these desirable New York made repeating rifles. (18087-130) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
serial #162, 44 cf, 24" octagon barrel with three-quarter magazine and a very good bore. This is an interesting and intriguing Adirondack rifle. The top of breechblock is marked "PATd MAR. 10 .57 / EXTd FEB. 27. 71." and the barrel bears no markings other than the serial number. The action of his rifle features full coverage loose relief scroll engraving with punch dot shaded background which is original and typical of the style used by the Robinson firm. The left side of the action features a round panel with a depiction of a deer which is very "folky" and endearing. The top and bottom of action feature geometric patterns along edges with the same scroll in the centers. The brass buttplate is also engraved on top of tang and shows about half coverage on the rear part of plate. The barrel and magazine bear a pleasing even gray-brown patina with just a little scattered light surface oxidation present. Lead solder affixing magazine to barrel may have been reapplied long ago. The action retains about 95% original nickel plated finish which is faded to a lovely pewter color. The walnut buttstock features a handsome and dainty raised cheekrest and shows coarse, rudimentary checkering at wrist. While all Robinson rifles were supposedly manufactured in rimfire chamberings, this rifle may be an original centerfire version or could have had a period bolt alteration to centerfire. The rifle comes in a nice later canvas covered full length luggage style case. A very interesting and very rare highly embellished example of these desirable New York made repeating rifles. (18087-130) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
German P.08 S/42 Luger Pistol by Mauser
Lot # 16 (Sale Order: 16 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 1,800
serial #8759p, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright excellent bore and strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, the loss due to fading of the straps and muzzle. The toggle is marked with the "S/42" assembly code, the chamber is dated 1939 and all of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. The checkered walnut grips rate excellent with only minor flattening of the points and are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. Included is a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine numbered "7757r" and is stamped with an "SE-63" acceptance stamp which rates very good with some minor fading of the blue. Overall an excellent example of an S/42-coded P.08 with an excellent bore. (218050-51) {C&R}
German P.08 S/42 G-Date Luger Pistol by Mauser
Lot # 17 (Sale Order: 17 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #4316b, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright about excellent bore showing strong rifling and only minor frosting along its length. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% original blue, the loss due to fading and minor pinprick pitting on the straps and the lower part of the frame on both sides above the grips. Also, muzzle and contact point wear is present. The straw parts have faded somewhat and show some light oxidation staining, the right side parts showing a stronger temper. There is a nice fire temper blue remaining on the sear spring, magazine release spring and breech block pin. The toggle is marked with the "S/42" assembly code, the chamber is G-dated and all of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. The checkered walnut grips rate very good with minor flattening of the points, the right side grip showing the most wear and is loose fitting as well; they are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. Included is a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine numbered "9888q" and "+" marked and the body is stamped "fxo" with an "SE-37" acceptance stamp which rates excellent. Overall an excellent example of a secret G-dated P.08. (218050-728) {C&R}
German P.08 Mauser Banner Police Model Luger
Lot # 18 (Sale Order: 18 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #7175v, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright about excellent bore with some pitting near the throat. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% of a museum quality reblued finish, the loss due to minor pinprick pitting on the sear bar spring and the right rear of the frame. The toggle is marked with a Mauser banner and the chamber is dated 1938. All of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin with the exception of the rear and middle toggle link, breech block and hold-open latch, which are numbered "76". This pistol is also equipped with a sear safety. The checkered walnut grips rate very good with only minor flattening of the points and have darkened nicely to match the finish, they are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. Included is a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine that is numbered to the gun. Overall a beautiful example of a reblued police Mauser banner pistol. (218050-353) {C&R}
German P.08 S/42 Luger Pistol by Mauser
Lot # 19 (Sale Order: 19 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #9471l, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright about excellent bore with only a hint of pinprick pitting along its length. The metal surfaces retain about 92-95% original blue, the loss due to fading on the straps and muzzle, and the rear of the frame on both sides has softened to a brown color and there is some pinprick pitting and oxidation on the top of the trigger on the right side. The toggle is marked with the "S/42" assembly code, the chamber is dated 1938 and all of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin; the serial number on the front frame flat is a different font than the rest of the parts, but the polish and bluing match and we feel that the frame was probably factory re-numbered. The checkered walnut grips rate very good with an overall flattening of the points and are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. Included is a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine numbered to the gun with a "+" and an "SE-63" acceptance stamp also stamped on the base which rates excellent with only minor fading of the blue finish. Overall an excellent S/42 coded P.08 that includes a hard to find matching magazine. (218050-78) _{C&R}
Winchester Model 1886 Express Rifle
Lot # 20 (Sale Order: 20 of 821)
Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
serial #92164, 50-100-450. 24" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely rifle which remains in all original condition and is equipped with factory sling studs. The rifle is otherwise in standard configuration and the barrel and magazine retain 97% plus original blue finish overall. The action retains about 90% original color case-hardened finish which has faded slightly but has a very nice appearance with the belly showing most of the wear and has taken on a pleasing silver gray color. The bolt retains about 98% original blue finish. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent with 90% original finish remaining and with just light handling marks. The crescent buttplate retains about 65% original faded color case-hardened finish with the balance bearing a pleasing gray patina and the colors on the hammer and lever remain strong. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade front with single standing and two folding leaf express rear. The rifle comes with a Cody record sheet which reads as follows: serial number applied on September 26, 1894, rifle, caliber 50/100/450, round barrel, 24 inches, plain trigger, sling swivel, received in the warehouse on May 6, 1899 and shipped on May 8th of the same year. A very fine and completely honest big bore 1886 rifle that shows little use. Investment quality. (18087-117) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Prussian Model 1865 Needle Gun
Lot # 21 (Sale Order: 21 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #6112, 15mm, 30" barrel with a very good bore that shows scattered areas of frosting and pitting but strong rifling. The receiver and barrel of this 1868 dated rifle have turned a dull brown patina with some light impact marks at top of muzzle and scattered oxidation staining. The brass triggerguard, bands, sling hardware and cleaning rod hardware have turned a mottled yellow patina with scattered oxidation staining. The lower tang has turned a dull gray patina with scattered oxidation staining and the buttplate and bolt remain mostly bright with scattered oxidation staining and light pitting. The walnut stock rates very good with an added varnish, partially faded Imperial cartouches, a 1" chip on left side behind band, scattered smaller chips, dings, scratches and handling marks. The rifle is marked with an issue date of 1868, the left side of the receiver is marked "B.B. Mod 65", the top of the barrel is marked "Stahl" and the left side of the barrel is marked "(Crown)/W". All visible serialized parts are matching, the rear of the cocking piece is marked "B. 10/7. 4" and the top of the buttplate has a unit marking which reads "10. J. E. 135." likely for a Jager unit. The rear sight is loose and moves side to side and there does not appear to be a striker present. A very good example of a hard-to-find and historically important rifle. (207879-420) {ANTIQUE} [Craig Brown Collection]
Prussian Model 1866 Needle Carbine
Lot # 22 (Sale Order: 22 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #82, 14mm, 19" barrel with a very good plus bore that shows scattered light pitting and freckling. The in-the-white barrel, saddle bar, bolt and receiver remain mostly bright with scattered light pitting and oxidation staining. The brass triggerguard, band, lower tang and buttplate are partially bright with scattered oxidation staining. The walnut stock rates good plus showing a few separations on left side of butt, scattered abrasions, dings, handling marks and scratches. The receiver is unmarked but the top saddle bar screw, bolt parts and barrel are all matching and the bolt and striker appear to function well. There is no firing pin/needle present, the bolt handle has a few light impact marks, the front band is slightly loose and the top saddle bear screw shows moderate slot damage. A very good example of a hard-to-find Prussian M66 carbine. (207879-267) {ANTIQUE} [Craig Brown Collection]
Rare Prussian Model 1857 Needle Carbine by Herzberg
Lot # 23 (Sale Order: 23 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #3101, 15mm, 15" barrel with a bright near excellent bore that shows some scattered frosting. The in-the-white receiver, lower tang, bolt and barrel of this 1870 dated carbine are beginning to turn a dull gray patina with scattered oxidation staining and a few dings on the barrel. The brass triggerguard and buttplate appear mostly bright with scattered dings, scratches and oxidation stains. The walnut stock rates very good with an older added coat of varnish, scattered dings, abrasions, scratches and handling marks. The lower buttplate screw is mismatched but the remaining screws appear to be numbered "1", and the other visible numbered parts are matching to the receiver. The right side of the stock is marked "B/1876", the receiver has an issue date of 1871 and the buttplate is marked with a unit marking that reads "22. D/3. 53". A fine example of a hard-to-find Prussian carbine. (207879-263) {ANTIQUE} [Craig Brown Collection]
Factory Engraved Sharps Model 1853 Sporting Rifle
Lot # 24 (Sale Order: 24 of 821)
Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #14638, 44 cal. (60 bore), 23 5/8" octagon barrel with a very good deeply rifled bore. The barrel length is unusual and if it was shortened it was done during the period of use and done very neatly as the muzzle shows as much age as any other part of the rifle. The rifle features extensive wonderful loose relief floral scroll with punchdot shaded background on the action, lock, hammer, barrel, lever, action tangs, patchbox and top of buttplate. The barrel shows proper three line Hartford address and proper patent markings appear on the lock and action. All markings remain clear and legible and all numbers are matching. The barrel bears a lovely mix of original brown finish and a gray brown patina, more gray on high edges. The action and lock are also a lovely even and smooth mix of original color case-hardened finish and a smooth patina with engraving remaining sharp and very crisp. The lower tang holds factory adjustable double set triggers which function properly. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good plus with nice color and just normal light handling marks. The pewter nosecap is engraved with a name that appears to be "Jerome B. Mourbelt" but the spelling of the last name is somewhat difficult to decipher and it could be a variant of the name we listed. The rifle comes with a letter from Dr. R.L. Moore stating that the rifle was received into inventory on December 28, 1855 as an octagon barreled 1853 sporting rifle in 44 caliber and that it was indeed factory engraved. There is no mention of the double set triggers but they are mounted in the engraved lower tang and appear original in all respects. Factory engraved Sharps rifles are rare and this is a very honest and fine example. (18158-3) {ANTIQUE}
Prussian Model 1862 Needle Gun
Lot # 25 (Sale Order: 25 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #6, 15mm, 33 1/2" barrel with a very good bore that has a few areas of pitting but strong rifling. The receiver and barrel of this unmarked rifle have turned a dull brown patina with a couple light tool marks on right side of barrel underneath rear sight, some sparsely scattered pitting spots on barrel and receiver and oxidation staining on receiver. The bolt remains mostly bright with scattered areas of pitting and some tool marks on bolt knob and handle. The brass bands and triggerguard have turned a mottled yellow patina with some scattered oxidation staining and the lower tang also shows some moderate pitting and oxidation staining. The hardwood stock rates very good as-cleaned with a thin 1" crack at front of triggerguard, a 1" crack on either side of rear of receiver, a few light chips, scattered dings, scratches and handling marks. The rifle is equipped with a rear sight that is marked "5-600" and "7-800" and the barrel, bolt parts and screws are all matching to the receiver. There is no firing pin/needle present but the bands appear to be slightly loose. An honest example of a pivotal military rifle. (207879-274) {ANTIQUE} [Craig Brown Collection]
