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Auction No. 127 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 127 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Auction No. 127 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 127 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Single Action Revolver

Lot # 151 (Sale Order: 151 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #14151, 44 American, 8'' ribbed round barrel with a very good bore which shows bright areas, strong rifling and with scattered light oxidation and light pitting. The barrel is an even mix of fading original nickel and gunmetal gray base metal, with overall oxidation staining and light pitting, a few areas which may be a bit more moderate. The cylinder is gunmetal gray with nickel only in the flutes, and with a number of rotational rings, with the same light pinprick pitting. The frame retains perhaps 50% original nickel, confined mostly to the right flat, the straps flaked to a pewter gray, as-has the side plate, with the same light oxidation staining and a few areas of scattered light pitting. Triggerguard hammer and trigger are now primarily a dull gunmetal gray patina and the butt is equipped with a factory lanyard loop. The arm wears a pair of period smooth ivory grips which are a mellow cream in color with some light crackling with the years and nice striations, there is some rust staining leaching in from the frame and they have shrunken a bit with age, the metal now slightly proud; they are un-numbered. Barrel-to-frame fit is good with only the very lightest vertical play and the gun seems to time and lockup properly; there is no half-cock notch and the hammer sits a bit further forward than it should at full cock. A very good example overall with a very frontier-look to it. (3A9474-89) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #14151, 44 American, 8'' ribbed round barrel with a very good bore which shows bright areas, strong rifling and with scattered light oxidation and light pitting. T...morehe barrel is an even mix of fading original nickel and gunmetal gray base metal, with overall oxidation staining and light pitting, a few areas which may be a bit more moderate. The cylinder is gunmetal gray with nickel only in the flutes, and with a number of rotational rings, with the same light pinprick pitting. The frame retains perhaps 50% original nickel, confined mostly to the right flat, the straps flaked to a pewter gray, as-has the side plate, with the same light oxidation staining and a few areas of scattered light pitting. Triggerguard hammer and trigger are now primarily a dull gunmetal gray patina and the butt is equipped with a factory lanyard loop. The arm wears a pair of period smooth ivory grips which are a mellow cream in color with some light crackling with the years and nice striations, there is some rust staining leaching in from the frame and they have shrunken a bit with age, the metal now slightly proud; they are un-numbered. Barrel-to-frame fit is good with only the very lightest vertical play and the gun seems to time and lockup properly; there is no half-cock notch and the hammer sits a bit further forward than it should at full cock. A very good example overall with a very frontier-look to it. (3A9474-89) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1200/1800)

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Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver with Kittredge & Co. Marking

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver with Kittredge & Co. Marking

Lot # 152 (Sale Order: 152 of 915)      

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serial #448, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good to perhaps near fine bore which shows some scattered oxidation and scattered spots of light pitting, one or two which may be more moderate. This early two-pin revolver is a near even mix of flaked smooth plum brown finish and remnants of original bright blue, especially in the protected areas, the cylinder primarily a plum brown. The ejector spud shows some silvery case-hardened remnants with some very good case colors on the sides of the hammer, the trigger toned to a plum. The revolver wears a very nice set of smooth ivory grips which show much crackling and very nice, honest age striations, having shrunken somewhat from the years but no doubt original to the gun from the period of use, a small chip missing at the left leading edge. The right side of the frame just below the cylinder window is stamped by the retailer ''B. Kittredge & Co.''. The assembly number is basically the number zero with two small dots, it is matching on frame, barrel and cylinder, the left grip shows remnants of some pencil markings but they cannot be discerned. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a tiny bit of play but the arm functions well and locks up tightly. It should be noted that in 1862 Kittredge ordered 2600 S&W Model 2 revolvers, roughly about 30 percent of them were sold to the State of Kentucky and were issued to the 7th Kentucky Cavalry. Normally these were stamped on the left side of barrel ''B. Kittredge & Co./CINCINNATI, O'', yet this remains an early revolver with the Kittredge marking and certainly could have been included in one of those shipments to ''Old Kaintuck'' . A handsome and honest Old Model Army with nice period ivory grips, perhaps installed by the retailer. (3B9474-33) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #448, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good to perhaps near fine bore which shows some scattered oxidation and scattered spots of light p...moreitting, one or two which may be more moderate. This early two-pin revolver is a near even mix of flaked smooth plum brown finish and remnants of original bright blue, especially in the protected areas, the cylinder primarily a plum brown. The ejector spud shows some silvery case-hardened remnants with some very good case colors on the sides of the hammer, the trigger toned to a plum. The revolver wears a very nice set of smooth ivory grips which show much crackling and very nice, honest age striations, having shrunken somewhat from the years but no doubt original to the gun from the period of use, a small chip missing at the left leading edge. The right side of the frame just below the cylinder window is stamped by the retailer ''B. Kittredge & Co.''. The assembly number is basically the number zero with two small dots, it is matching on frame, barrel and cylinder, the left grip shows remnants of some pencil markings but they cannot be discerned. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a tiny bit of play but the arm functions well and locks up tightly. It should be noted that in 1862 Kittredge ordered 2600 S&W Model 2 revolvers, roughly about 30 percent of them were sold to the State of Kentucky and were issued to the 7th Kentucky Cavalry. Normally these were stamped on the left side of barrel ''B. Kittredge & Co./CINCINNATI, O'', yet this remains an early revolver with the Kittredge marking and certainly could have been included in one of those shipments to ''Old Kaintuck'' . A handsome and honest Old Model Army with nice period ivory grips, perhaps installed by the retailer. (3B9474-33) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1200/1800)

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Custom Remington Hepburn Falling Block Rifle

Custom Remington Hepburn Falling Block Rifle

Lot # 153 (Sale Order: 153 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #7547, 22 CF, 28'' part octagon part round barrel with a bright otherwise excellent bore which was professionally relined many years ago, but showing some minor pitting in the area just ahead of the throat, a couple spots may be slightly more moderate. The underside of the barrel is marked ''32.30'' (originally 32-30 Remington Hepburn), and the barrel is numbered to this frame and one other. The barrel itself is an overall plum brown patina showing minor handling marks, even fading, over all remnants of light oxidation and some impact marks around the front sight, it features the Remington Arms Co. Ilion NY roll mark. The frame is primarily a pewter case-hardened patina with remnants of overall oxidation staining and some generous trace case colors in the protected areas, perhaps 15%. The trigger shows some lovely pale fire temper blue with nice purple on the hammer. The arm was amateurishly restocked during the period of use in American black walnut and shows a somewhat optimistic Rams Horn style comb and cheekpiece on the smooth pistolgrip stock. There is a very large hand-made Schuetzen-style buttplate constructed of hardwood and sheet brass. For a layman job it was actually not badly done and serves its function properly. The forend as well shows a stylistic carved tip and there are fleur-de-lis at front and rear of the frame on both. Currently there is a sporting ramp front sight installed, the rear sight has been removed and blanked and there is a Lyman sight affixed to the tang. Additionally the barrel was drilled and tapped at some point for steel target blocks which are no longer present. As with any arm of unknown chambering, a competent gunsmith should determine the caliber of this arm and check its headspace before any thought is given to using it. An interesting custom Hepburn that may be an excellent base for a custom rifle. (A 9738-44) {MODERN} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #7547, 22 CF, 28'' part octagon part round barrel with a bright otherwise excellent bore which was professionally relined many years ago, but showing some minor pi...moretting in the area just ahead of the throat, a couple spots may be slightly more moderate. The underside of the barrel is marked ''32.30'' (originally 32-30 Remington Hepburn), and the barrel is numbered to this frame and one other. The barrel itself is an overall plum brown patina showing minor handling marks, even fading, over all remnants of light oxidation and some impact marks around the front sight, it features the Remington Arms Co. Ilion NY roll mark. The frame is primarily a pewter case-hardened patina with remnants of overall oxidation staining and some generous trace case colors in the protected areas, perhaps 15%. The trigger shows some lovely pale fire temper blue with nice purple on the hammer. The arm was amateurishly restocked during the period of use in American black walnut and shows a somewhat optimistic Rams Horn style comb and cheekpiece on the smooth pistolgrip stock. There is a very large hand-made Schuetzen-style buttplate constructed of hardwood and sheet brass. For a layman job it was actually not badly done and serves its function properly. The forend as well shows a stylistic carved tip and there are fleur-de-lis at front and rear of the frame on both. Currently there is a sporting ramp front sight installed, the rear sight has been removed and blanked and there is a Lyman sight affixed to the tang. Additionally the barrel was drilled and tapped at some point for steel target blocks which are no longer present. As with any arm of unknown chambering, a competent gunsmith should determine the caliber of this arm and check its headspace before any thought is given to using it. An interesting custom Hepburn that may be an excellent base for a custom rifle. (A 9738-44) {MODERN} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)

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Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver with Shanghai Markings in Period Holster

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver with Shanghai Markings in Period Holster

Lot # 154 (Sale Order: 154 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #10043, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a good bore which shows strong rifling but with light pitting its full-length. All of the metal surfaces are a deep gunmetal gray patina with oxidation staining overall and light pinprick pitting. The smooth rosewood grips rate very good showing flaking original varnish and light dings and handling marks, they are numbered to the gun on their interior. The assembly numbers are matching and the arm seems to time and lockup well with light vertical and lateral play in the barrel-to-frame fit. The left barrel flat shows Chinese characters stamped and each chamber shows what appear to be a British proofs, however they may be a faux British proofs, as no identical marking appears on the frame. The symbols basically translate to ''Shanghai Armory'' or Arsenal, (number) 471. The revolver rides in a very nice period slim Jim flap holster with riveted suspension billet. It is unmarked with mostly tight seams and stitching around its periphery showing only very light handling marks and flaking on the flex points. The assembly numbers are matching and the revolver still times and locks up properly, the barrel fits the frame slightly loosely. An interesting Old model Army with intriguing markings, further research may prove interesting. (39474-37) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #10043, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a good bore which shows strong rifling but with light pitting its full-length. All of the metal surfaces are a deep g...moreunmetal gray patina with oxidation staining overall and light pinprick pitting. The smooth rosewood grips rate very good showing flaking original varnish and light dings and handling marks, they are numbered to the gun on their interior. The assembly numbers are matching and the arm seems to time and lockup well with light vertical and lateral play in the barrel-to-frame fit. The left barrel flat shows Chinese characters stamped and each chamber shows what appear to be a British proofs, however they may be a faux British proofs, as no identical marking appears on the frame. The symbols basically translate to ''Shanghai Armory'' or Arsenal, (number) 471. The revolver rides in a very nice period slim Jim flap holster with riveted suspension billet. It is unmarked with mostly tight seams and stitching around its periphery showing only very light handling marks and flaking on the flex points. The assembly numbers are matching and the revolver still times and locks up properly, the barrel fits the frame slightly loosely. An interesting Old model Army with intriguing markings, further research may prove interesting. (39474-37) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)

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Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver

Lot # 155 (Sale Order: 155 of 915)      

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serial #683, 32 RF, 5'' ribbed octagon barrel with a good to perhaps good plus bore which shows some strong rifling but with light pitting its full-length, a few spots which may be considered more moderate. The barrel has flaked primarily to a pleasing smooth plum brown and pewter gray patina with strong trace original blue in the flutes of the rib and the protected areas. The cylinder is now a smooth plum brown with light impact marks around the periphery of its leading edge at the chambers, and some light pinprick pitting. The frame remains rather nice with some generous original bright blue, perhaps 40% remaining, the balance flaked and faded to a smooth pewter gray and plum brown patina. Hammer and trigger are now a pewter case-hardened patina, the hammer with some generous trace original colors. The smooth rosewood grips rate fine showing much original varnish with some light dings and handling marks and wear along the sharp edges, they are stamp-numbered to the gun. Barrel-to-frame fit is uncharacteristically good showing no lateral play and very light vertical, with the arm functioning properly with nice lockup; all assembly numbers are matching. The arm seems to function well mechanically and remains a very attractive example of an early two-pin Smith 5 inch Old Army. (3B9474-34) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #683, 32 RF, 5'' ribbed octagon barrel with a good to perhaps good plus bore which shows some strong rifling but with light pitting its full-length, a few spots wh...moreich may be considered more moderate. The barrel has flaked primarily to a pleasing smooth plum brown and pewter gray patina with strong trace original blue in the flutes of the rib and the protected areas. The cylinder is now a smooth plum brown with light impact marks around the periphery of its leading edge at the chambers, and some light pinprick pitting. The frame remains rather nice with some generous original bright blue, perhaps 40% remaining, the balance flaked and faded to a smooth pewter gray and plum brown patina. Hammer and trigger are now a pewter case-hardened patina, the hammer with some generous trace original colors. The smooth rosewood grips rate fine showing much original varnish with some light dings and handling marks and wear along the sharp edges, they are stamp-numbered to the gun. Barrel-to-frame fit is uncharacteristically good showing no lateral play and very light vertical, with the arm functioning properly with nice lockup; all assembly numbers are matching. The arm seems to function well mechanically and remains a very attractive example of an early two-pin Smith 5 inch Old Army. (3B9474-34) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)

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WH Baker & Co. Three Barrel Hammergun

WH Baker & Co. Three Barrel Hammergun

Lot # 156 (Sale Order: 156 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #246, 12 ga. x 38 cal CF, 30'' barrels choked about modified in each, showing about very good bores which show scattered light oxidation and some light pitting, the right tube with a few minor dents, the rifle barrel rates very good with crisp rifling but minor oxidation, it is a straight walled or perhaps long tapered case, with a rim, being .36 cal when measured. The shotgun barrels are a deep pewter gray patina showing remnants of Damascus pattern their full-length, continuing on the rib, the rifle barrel a gunmetal gray. The original front bead is missing and a brass bead has been installed to its rear, there is a silver midrib bead and the rib is engraved with the name of a former owner ''TM Brower'' with a bit of scroll flanking. The frame is a similar tarnished pewter patina with some remnants of silvery case-hardening. It shows nice quality banknote filigree bordering with small sprays of good quality scroll within the border and each frame flat is maker marked. Each lockplate has nice sprays of scroll around the lockplate screw with a gunning dog on point on each, the hammers as well with excellent quality open scroll. There is minor scroll on the belly of the frame as well with a sporting dogs head just ahead of the foremost screw. The checkered round knob pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates perhaps fair, showing an old light cleaning years ago, repair to a crack completely through the wrist, small chip repairs at the top tang and a crossbolt repair through the pistolgrip with a small chip at the toe which was repaired; a sling swivel was added to the toeline. There was some lovely grain figure present, the checkering pattern very faint; the splinter forend is now nearly smooth and rates perhaps good. The locks are rebounding and seem to operate properly, and the lockup remains tight and on-face; the face of the breech at the rifle barrel shows a fairly concave area at the firing pin hole. The rear sight has been removed and a blank put in its place, barrel and frame are numbered alike. A quick records check does not show a lot of TM Brower's, in fact the only real candidate being Thomas M Brower from North Carolina. Interestingly, or perhaps amusingly, the Oct. 19, 1872 edition of the ''Surry Visitor'' newspaper ran a story which read ''T.M. Brower killed a very large Deer, on Thursday of this week, on Dan River some 14 miles from this place. It was a fine Buck, fat as a stall fed beef.'', he would have been 25 years old at the time of that report. This arm, being the first type Baker Three Barrel would have predated 1881, Mr. Brower did not pass away until 1929 so the timeframe fits well; he would have been 34, certainly an age when he could afford such a gun. (3B9738-2) {ANTIQUE} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #246, 12 ga. x 38 cal CF, 30'' barrels choked about modified in each, showing about very good bores which show scattered light oxidation and some light pitting, th...moree right tube with a few minor dents, the rifle barrel rates very good with crisp rifling but minor oxidation, it is a straight walled or perhaps long tapered case, with a rim, being .36 cal when measured. The shotgun barrels are a deep pewter gray patina showing remnants of Damascus pattern their full-length, continuing on the rib, the rifle barrel a gunmetal gray. The original front bead is missing and a brass bead has been installed to its rear, there is a silver midrib bead and the rib is engraved with the name of a former owner ''TM Brower'' with a bit of scroll flanking. The frame is a similar tarnished pewter patina with some remnants of silvery case-hardening. It shows nice quality banknote filigree bordering with small sprays of good quality scroll within the border and each frame flat is maker marked. Each lockplate has nice sprays of scroll around the lockplate screw with a gunning dog on point on each, the hammers as well with excellent quality open scroll. There is minor scroll on the belly of the frame as well with a sporting dogs head just ahead of the foremost screw. The checkered round knob pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates perhaps fair, showing an old light cleaning years ago, repair to a crack completely through the wrist, small chip repairs at the top tang and a crossbolt repair through the pistolgrip with a small chip at the toe which was repaired; a sling swivel was added to the toeline. There was some lovely grain figure present, the checkering pattern very faint; the splinter forend is now nearly smooth and rates perhaps good. The locks are rebounding and seem to operate properly, and the lockup remains tight and on-face; the face of the breech at the rifle barrel shows a fairly concave area at the firing pin hole. The rear sight has been removed and a blank put in its place, barrel and frame are numbered alike. A quick records check does not show a lot of TM Brower's, in fact the only real candidate being Thomas M Brower from North Carolina. Interestingly, or perhaps amusingly, the Oct. 19, 1872 edition of the ''Surry Visitor'' newspaper ran a story which read ''T.M. Brower killed a very large Deer, on Thursday of this week, on Dan River some 14 miles from this place. It was a fine Buck, fat as a stall fed beef.'', he would have been 25 years old at the time of that report. This arm, being the first type Baker Three Barrel would have predated 1881, Mr. Brower did not pass away until 1929 so the timeframe fits well; he would have been 34, certainly an age when he could afford such a gun. (3B9738-2) {ANTIQUE} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)

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A.H. Fox Sterlingworth Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

A.H. Fox Sterlingworth Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 157 (Sale Order: 157 of 915)      

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serial #75506, 12 ga., 30'' barrels choked full in both with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 85-90% original blue, the loss due primarily to even fading, showing some water staining and the expected light handling marks that come from a big 30'' duck gun, a bit of toning to pewter at the muzzles and breeches. The frame retains about 90-92% original vibrant color case-hardening, toning to a silvery smoky gray patina on the rounded carry point of the frame; triggerguard and top lever retain some fading original blue. The checkered capped pistolgrip American walnut buttstock rates very good with overall light dings and handling marks from the years and a bit of oil soaking starting at the frame; the splinter forearm is similar showing a bit more wear and a few more handling marks. The length of pull to the 1'' ventilated Pachmayr recoil pad is 14 1/4'' with drops of 1 3/4'' and 2 7/8. The gun locks up tight on face with the top lever still right of center and seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. An attractive Sterlingworth ejectorgun with just enough wear that it would be welcome in the blind while still appreciating in value as the years pass. (39768-16) {C&R} (1000/1500).

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Smith & Wesson Model 1905 38 Hand Ejector Target Model Revolver

Smith & Wesson Model 1905 38 Hand Ejector Target Model Revolver

Lot # 158 (Sale Order: 158 of 915)      

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serial #225612, 38 Special, 6'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% original blue, the loss being the expected light muzzle and high edge wear, with some sparsely scattered very light surface oxidation here and there, primarily on the left rear of frame. The top part of the frontstrap is cleaned to pewter with an area of pitting about 3/4'' in length. Hammer and trigger exhibit excellent color case-hardening, fading slightly on the right side of the trigger. The checkered walnut pre-magna style grips rate very good plus showing only light wear and a rub mark on the edge of the butt of each, the left grip is numbered in pencil to the gun. Fitted with a standard Patridge style front sight and square blade blued rear, the gun times well and locks up as tight as the day it left Springfield Mass. A very nice Target Model that could be enjoyed at the range but has enough condition to still appreciate as the years pass. (3B9738-281) {C&R} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #225612, 38 Special, 6'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% original blue, the loss being the expected light muzzle and hi...moregh edge wear, with some sparsely scattered very light surface oxidation here and there, primarily on the left rear of frame. The top part of the frontstrap is cleaned to pewter with an area of pitting about 3/4'' in length. Hammer and trigger exhibit excellent color case-hardening, fading slightly on the right side of the trigger. The checkered walnut pre-magna style grips rate very good plus showing only light wear and a rub mark on the edge of the butt of each, the left grip is numbered in pencil to the gun. Fitted with a standard Patridge style front sight and square blade blued rear, the gun times well and locks up as tight as the day it left Springfield Mass. A very nice Target Model that could be enjoyed at the range but has enough condition to still appreciate as the years pass. (3B9738-281) {C&R} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)

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Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver

Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 159 (Sale Order: 159 of 915)      

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serial #N751651, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8'' pinned Mag-na-port barrel with an excellent bore. The near full-coverage factory class A flowing open scroll and punch-dot background accenting post-engraving remains crisp. The sides of the .500'' target hammer and target trigger have been finely engine-turned. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original nickel with a series of faint and unobtrusive oxidation pinpricks along the left-side of the revolver, no doubt from prolonged contact with the interior of a degraded blue flocked factory case. The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips with S&W medallions are excellent. The rear sight is a micro-adjustable blade and the front sight is a nickeled serrated ramp with red insert. A lovely 1980 revolver with a couple unique additions. (22B9100-823) {MODERN} [Richard ''Stretch'' Kennedy Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #N751651, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8'' pinned Mag-na-port barrel with an excellent bore. The near full-coverage factory class A flowing open scroll and punch-dot background ...moreaccenting post-engraving remains crisp. The sides of the .500'' target hammer and target trigger have been finely engine-turned. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original nickel with a series of faint and unobtrusive oxidation pinpricks along the left-side of the revolver, no doubt from prolonged contact with the interior of a degraded blue flocked factory case. The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips with S&W medallions are excellent. The rear sight is a micro-adjustable blade and the front sight is a nickeled serrated ramp with red insert. A lovely 1980 revolver with a couple unique additions. (22B9100-823) {MODERN} [Richard ''Stretch'' Kennedy Collection] (2000/3000)

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Darne R13 Sliding Breech Double Shotgun

Darne R13 Sliding Breech Double Shotgun

Lot # 160 (Sale Order: 160 of 915)      

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Description Update 08/20/2020: Tiny ding left barrel

serial #Q211, 12 ga, 27 1/2" sunken rib barrels choked improved modified and full with bright near excellent bores showing a couple minor freckles and light scratches. The barrels of this French shotgun retain about 94% original blue showing some overall mild thinning to gray-brown patina showing a couple sparsely scattered spots of minor pinprick pitting and other light handling marks. The action is mostly a pleasant silvery pewter patina showing some small spots of light freckling and minor oxidation staining. The action features nice embellishments with geometric bordering, light foliate scrollwork, floral bouquets and deep relief foliate accents on the fences. The checkered walnut stock and forend with horn tip remain in about very good condition with areas a little shy where they meet the frame, scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a thin 1 3/4" crack on the underside of the forend, a couple small cracks and shallow 1/2" chip at the upper tang and the checkering remains mostly intact. The horn buttplate with Darne logo shows some moderate insect damage and is a little loose as the lower screw does not seat all of the way. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, the actions locks up nicely and seems to function well mechanically. Length-of-pull is 14 3/16" with drops of 1 3/4" and 2 1/2". (13B9438-378) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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Holland & Holland 12 Bore Paradox Double Hammer Rifle

Holland & Holland 12 Bore Paradox Double Hammer Rifle

Lot # 161 (Sale Order: 161 of 915)      

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serial #15335, 12 bore, 2" Paradox, 28" barrels with mostly bright about very good bores showing scattered light pitting, a small dent in the right tube about 9 3/4" from the muzzle and strong Paradox rifling. The barrels of this 1895-made gun have mostly toned to a mild gray patina showing remnants of smoothed-over light pitting scattered about, handling marks and generous brown finish nearer the muzzles and along the protected areas of the rib. The barrel markings with 98 New Bond Street address, "PARADOX" and "FOSBERY PATENT" have softened somewhat from the years but remain entirely legible. The barrels are stamped with London black powder proofs. The frame and back action lockplates have toned to a similar pewter gunmetal patina showing some moderate smoothed-over old pitting along the triggerguard, bottom of frame and forend latch with a hint of case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas around the top lever. The metal surfaces are very lightly embellished featuring simple bordering, both lockplates are clearly marked "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" and the arm is equipped with an extended upper tang. The checkered straight grip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about good condition as cleaned and lightly refinished long ago showing a repaired break at the wrist, mostly worn checkering and scattered light dings. There is a filled sling swivel hole along the toe line and the sling swivel has been moved forward slightly, the buttstock is slightly cast-off and is fitted with a grooved horn buttplate that shows moderate wear. The locks with rebounding hammer function crisply and lock-up is solid on-face with top lever still right of center. The arm is sighted with a beaded blade front sight and two-leaf flip-up rear sights with platinum lines regulated for 50 and 100 yards. Length-of-pull is 13 9/16" with drops of about 1 9/16" and 2 1/2" and weight is about 7 pounds 5 ounces. A very respectable example of these desirable Paradox guns. (13C9438-408) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #15335, 12 bore, 2" Paradox, 28" barrels with mostly bright about very good bores showing scattered light pitting, a small dent in the right tube about 9 3/4" from...more the muzzle and strong Paradox rifling. The barrels of this 1895-made gun have mostly toned to a mild gray patina showing remnants of smoothed-over light pitting scattered about, handling marks and generous brown finish nearer the muzzles and along the protected areas of the rib. The barrel markings with 98 New Bond Street address, "PARADOX" and "FOSBERY PATENT" have softened somewhat from the years but remain entirely legible. The barrels are stamped with London black powder proofs. The frame and back action lockplates have toned to a similar pewter gunmetal patina showing some moderate smoothed-over old pitting along the triggerguard, bottom of frame and forend latch with a hint of case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas around the top lever. The metal surfaces are very lightly embellished featuring simple bordering, both lockplates are clearly marked "HOLLAND & HOLLAND" and the arm is equipped with an extended upper tang. The checkered straight grip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about good condition as cleaned and lightly refinished long ago showing a repaired break at the wrist, mostly worn checkering and scattered light dings. There is a filled sling swivel hole along the toe line and the sling swivel has been moved forward slightly, the buttstock is slightly cast-off and is fitted with a grooved horn buttplate that shows moderate wear. The locks with rebounding hammer function crisply and lock-up is solid on-face with top lever still right of center. The arm is sighted with a beaded blade front sight and two-leaf flip-up rear sights with platinum lines regulated for 50 and 100 yards. Length-of-pull is 13 9/16" with drops of about 1 9/16" and 2 1/2" and weight is about 7 pounds 5 ounces. A very respectable example of these desirable Paradox guns. (13C9438-408) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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British Sidelever Double Hammergun by J. D. Dougall

British Sidelever Double Hammergun by J. D. Dougall

Lot # 162 (Sale Order: 162 of 915)      

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serial #2641, 12 ga (2 1/2"), 30" un-choked Damascus barrels with partially bright about good bores showing scoring marks, some light pitting and a few small dents. This shotgun is equipped with Dougall's patented "Lock Fast" side lever. The barrels retain perhaps 75% star Damascus patterns with strong brown finish, the loss due to a patch of moderate pitting about 9" from the breech, some scattered more mild pitting and light oxidation staining. The 59 St. James's Street London barrel address remains completely intact and legible. The back action lockplates and action have mostly toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with generous colors along the lockplates and some scattered light freckling; the right lockplate is missing its hammer. The metal surfaces are embellished with excellent quality English scrollwork and foliate bordering, both lockplates clearly maker-marked. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition, the forend showing some overall bruising, thin cracks along either side of the wrist and overall light dings. The buttstock retains a nice oil finish and shows some attractive grain figure throughout, the comb has been neatly modified during the period of use, the butt is equipped with heel and toe plates and there is an engraved monogram plate along the toe line that faintly reads "Boston". Length-of-pull is 14 1/4" with drops of 1 3/4" and 2 5/8". The left lock with non-rebounding hammer functions crisply, lock-up is solid on-face. A very respectable example of these interesting and desirable shotguns that just needs a little work. (13B9438-410) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
serial #2641, 12 ga (2 1/2"), 30" un-choked Damascus barrels with partially bright about good bores showing scoring marks, some light pitting and a few small dents. This ...moreshotgun is equipped with Dougall's patented "Lock Fast" side lever. The barrels retain perhaps 75% star Damascus patterns with strong brown finish, the loss due to a patch of moderate pitting about 9" from the breech, some scattered more mild pitting and light oxidation staining. The 59 St. James's Street London barrel address remains completely intact and legible. The back action lockplates and action have mostly toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with generous colors along the lockplates and some scattered light freckling; the right lockplate is missing its hammer. The metal surfaces are embellished with excellent quality English scrollwork and foliate bordering, both lockplates clearly maker-marked. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition, the forend showing some overall bruising, thin cracks along either side of the wrist and overall light dings. The buttstock retains a nice oil finish and shows some attractive grain figure throughout, the comb has been neatly modified during the period of use, the butt is equipped with heel and toe plates and there is an engraved monogram plate along the toe line that faintly reads "Boston". Length-of-pull is 14 1/4" with drops of 1 3/4" and 2 5/8". The left lock with non-rebounding hammer functions crisply, lock-up is solid on-face. A very respectable example of these interesting and desirable shotguns that just needs a little work. (13B9438-410) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Westley Richards Boxlock Try Gun

Westley Richards Boxlock Try Gun

Lot # 163 (Sale Order: 163 of 915)      

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12 ga (2 1/2"), 30" barrels choked cylinder and improved modified with mostly bright good bores, the left tube showing a bit more oxidation nearer the muzzle and one raised dent. The barrels are serial numbered "C5520" and have mostly toned to a silvery gunmetal patina with scattered areas of light oxidation staining, freckling and strong remnants of blue. The barrel rib markings remain quite crisp and reads only "WESTLEY RICHARDS LONDON". The action is unmarked externally and has mostly toned to a mild plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and flakes of blue. The water table is marked with "DEELEY'S PATENT / EJECTOR 400" and "ANSON & DEELEY'S / PATENT 339". The Westley Richards top lever retains much of its original blue and the locking bolt shows brilliant fire blue. The walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing a number of small cracks scattered around the adjustment hardware, a crack on either side near the toe, overall light staining and dings. The forend release hardware is missing one screw. The buttstock is neatly stamped "LONDON" on its underside and there is a silver plate inlaid on the left side of the removable skeletonized butt piece neatly engraved "15", denoting 15" length-of-pull. Fittings allow for adjustable length of pull (via differently sized removable butt pieces), pitch, drop and angle of comb. The arm is equipped with ejectors and a single selective trigger, lock-up is tight and the left barrel shows just a faint sliver of light visible. The right ejector is not functioning properly and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. Westley Richards advertised this model as the "Patent One-Trigger Adjustable Try Gun". The arm has seen some considerable use but would make an excellent addition to any British shotgun collection. (13B9438-317) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
12 ga (2 1/2"), 30" barrels choked cylinder and improved modified with mostly bright good bores, the left tube showing a bit more oxidation nearer the muzzle and one rais...moreed dent. The barrels are serial numbered "C5520" and have mostly toned to a silvery gunmetal patina with scattered areas of light oxidation staining, freckling and strong remnants of blue. The barrel rib markings remain quite crisp and reads only "WESTLEY RICHARDS LONDON". The action is unmarked externally and has mostly toned to a mild plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and flakes of blue. The water table is marked with "DEELEY'S PATENT / EJECTOR 400" and "ANSON & DEELEY'S / PATENT 339". The Westley Richards top lever retains much of its original blue and the locking bolt shows brilliant fire blue. The walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing a number of small cracks scattered around the adjustment hardware, a crack on either side near the toe, overall light staining and dings. The forend release hardware is missing one screw. The buttstock is neatly stamped "LONDON" on its underside and there is a silver plate inlaid on the left side of the removable skeletonized butt piece neatly engraved "15", denoting 15" length-of-pull. Fittings allow for adjustable length of pull (via differently sized removable butt pieces), pitch, drop and angle of comb. The arm is equipped with ejectors and a single selective trigger, lock-up is tight and the left barrel shows just a faint sliver of light visible. The right ejector is not functioning properly and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. Westley Richards advertised this model as the "Patent One-Trigger Adjustable Try Gun". The arm has seen some considerable use but would make an excellent addition to any British shotgun collection. (13B9438-317) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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J. F. Smythe Boxlock Try Gun

J. F. Smythe Boxlock Try Gun

Lot # 164 (Sale Order: 164 of 915)      

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12 ga (2 1/2"), 29 7/8" Damascus barrels choked improved cylinder and about full with bright near excellent bores, the left tube showing a moderate dent at the muzzle. The barrels retain about 94% restored brown finish showing some scattered areas of silvering, some scattered minor freckles and remnants of fine pinprick pitting. The arm bears London proofs along with more recent British 1 1/8 oz. nitro-proofs. The "J. F. SMYTHE DARLINGTON" barrel address remains intact and legible. The action is a silvery pewter patina showing some faint smoky remnants of case-hardened colors with both sides neatly maker-marked while the top lever and trigger show flaking bright blue. The walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing a few scattered thin cracks along the buttstock, about 2" of the toe has been neatly reattached and there are the overall dings and light abrasions one would expect from a well-used try gun. The brass wrist hardware shows strong nickel plating and the stock is adjustable for length of pull, pitch, drop and angle of comb via spanner tool (not present). Lock-up is by dual under bites and remains tight on-face with the top lever about dead center. The action seems to function well mechanically and is equipped with automatic safety. A nice example of these interesting British try guns. Joseph Smythe was active in Darlington until 1894 when his shop exploded in a powder accident, he then relocated to the village of Horsemarket. (13B9438-297) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
12 ga (2 1/2"), 29 7/8" Damascus barrels choked improved cylinder and about full with bright near excellent bores, the left tube showing a moderate dent at the muzzle. Th...moree barrels retain about 94% restored brown finish showing some scattered areas of silvering, some scattered minor freckles and remnants of fine pinprick pitting. The arm bears London proofs along with more recent British 1 1/8 oz. nitro-proofs. The "J. F. SMYTHE DARLINGTON" barrel address remains intact and legible. The action is a silvery pewter patina showing some faint smoky remnants of case-hardened colors with both sides neatly maker-marked while the top lever and trigger show flaking bright blue. The walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing a few scattered thin cracks along the buttstock, about 2" of the toe has been neatly reattached and there are the overall dings and light abrasions one would expect from a well-used try gun. The brass wrist hardware shows strong nickel plating and the stock is adjustable for length of pull, pitch, drop and angle of comb via spanner tool (not present). Lock-up is by dual under bites and remains tight on-face with the top lever about dead center. The action seems to function well mechanically and is equipped with automatic safety. A nice example of these interesting British try guns. Joseph Smythe was active in Darlington until 1894 when his shop exploded in a powder accident, he then relocated to the village of Horsemarket. (13B9438-297) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Rare German M18 "Cavalry" Scalloped-Side Stahlhelm

Rare German M18 "Cavalry" Scalloped-Side Stahlhelm

Lot # 165 (Sale Order: 165 of 915)      

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This is a rare late First World War helmet featuring the distinctive side cutouts or "scallops", lending the helmet its cavalry or radio operator moniker. This example has been reworked for Second World War use. The helmet retains most of its textured feldgrau paint showing scattered light chipping or flaking and handling marks. The exterior front edge shows the name "TONY" lightly scratched into it and the consignor indicated to us that this was his uncle who brought the helmet back from the war. The left side shows a gold Kriegsmarine eagle on black background that remains almost entirely intact showing some light flaking and wear completely consistent with the balance of the helmet. The interior shows a white boxed "54/55" paint stamp. The helmet is equipped with an M31 liner that remains in very fine condition showing some light staining and flaking around the circumference of the leather and the original chinstrap is also present and rates good to about very good showing moderate flaking. A very fine and long-serving example of these desirable helmets for the German martial collector. (13B9749-12) (1000/1500)
This is a rare late First World War helmet featuring the distinctive side cutouts or "scallops", lending the helmet its cavalry or radio operator moniker. This example ha...mores been reworked for Second World War use. The helmet retains most of its textured feldgrau paint showing scattered light chipping or flaking and handling marks. The exterior front edge shows the name "TONY" lightly scratched into it and the consignor indicated to us that this was his uncle who brought the helmet back from the war. The left side shows a gold Kriegsmarine eagle on black background that remains almost entirely intact showing some light flaking and wear completely consistent with the balance of the helmet. The interior shows a white boxed "54/55" paint stamp. The helmet is equipped with an M31 liner that remains in very fine condition showing some light staining and flaking around the circumference of the leather and the original chinstrap is also present and rates good to about very good showing moderate flaking. A very fine and long-serving example of these desirable helmets for the German martial collector. (13B9749-12) (1000/1500)

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Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine by Burnside Rifle Co.

Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine by Burnside Rifle Co.

Lot # 166 (Sale Order: 166 of 915)      

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serial #6537, 56-50 Spencer, 20" three-groove barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered minor fouling, light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing remnants of what appears to be a hardened coating of some old grease and scattered minor handling marks. The action is similar showing some generous amounts of vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the left side and top. The lever screw head shows moderate slot wear and the internal protected areas of the action and breechblock retain almost all of their wonderful case-hardened colors. The model and maker markings atop the action have softened slightly from the years but otherwise remain completely legible and the small parts are stamped with visible sub-inspector marks. This example is not equipped with the Stabler cutoff. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition showing the expected light dings, handling marks and a small dent at the rear bottom edge of the forend. There are two softened cartouches on the left side butt. The original sights and swivels are intact, the rear sight leaf is somewhat bent and the barrel is matching the frame. The lock remains crisp and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice honest Burnside contract Spencer carbine. (13B9759-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
serial #6537, 56-50 Spencer, 20" three-groove barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered minor fouling, light pitting and strong rifling throughout. ...moreThe barrel of this carbine has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing remnants of what appears to be a hardened coating of some old grease and scattered minor handling marks. The action is similar showing some generous amounts of vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the left side and top. The lever screw head shows moderate slot wear and the internal protected areas of the action and breechblock retain almost all of their wonderful case-hardened colors. The model and maker markings atop the action have softened slightly from the years but otherwise remain completely legible and the small parts are stamped with visible sub-inspector marks. This example is not equipped with the Stabler cutoff. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition showing the expected light dings, handling marks and a small dent at the rear bottom edge of the forend. There are two softened cartouches on the left side butt. The original sights and swivels are intact, the rear sight leaf is somewhat bent and the barrel is matching the frame. The lock remains crisp and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice honest Burnside contract Spencer carbine. (13B9759-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 167 (Sale Order: 167 of 915)      

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serial #73020, 38 WCF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and a partially bright fair to good bore showing scattered pitting and good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1897-made rifle have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered areas of smoothed-over light pitting and minor freckling with remnants of original blue lurking about the protected areas. All markings remain completely intact and legible and the loading gate retains a hint of bright fire blue. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing scattered light dings and a few small minor abrasions. The buttstock shows some good remnants of original varnish and metal-to-wood fit is excellent. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear, small German silver blade front and the action is a little bit sluggish but otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A solid antique 1892 rifle with a lot of character. (13B9751-2) {ANTIQUE} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #73020, 38 WCF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and a partially bright fair to good bore showing scattered pitting and good rifling throughout. The metal sur...morefaces of this 1897-made rifle have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered areas of smoothed-over light pitting and minor freckling with remnants of original blue lurking about the protected areas. All markings remain completely intact and legible and the loading gate retains a hint of bright fire blue. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing scattered light dings and a few small minor abrasions. The buttstock shows some good remnants of original varnish and metal-to-wood fit is excellent. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear, small German silver blade front and the action is a little bit sluggish but otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A solid antique 1892 rifle with a lot of character. (13B9751-2) {ANTIQUE} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)

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Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle

Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 168 (Sale Order: 168 of 915)      

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serial #331798, 32-40, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a dark bore showing moderate oxidation and evident rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1906-made rifle retain perhaps 50% original blue strongest along the magazine tube and more protected areas of the barrel with the balance toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered very minor freckling and a couple small dings. The action has mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with mild brown undertones with remnants of old oxidation staining and some flakes of original bright blue here and there. All markings are completely intact and legible and the loading gate retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue along its edges. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and the forend showing a small thin drying crack at its right tip. The rifle is sighted with sporting rear, the front sight has been modified during the period of use with an antique bone blade insert and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B9751-1) {C&R} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #331798, 32-40, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a dark bore showing moderate oxidation and evident rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of th...moreis 1906-made rifle retain perhaps 50% original blue strongest along the magazine tube and more protected areas of the barrel with the balance toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered very minor freckling and a couple small dings. The action has mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with mild brown undertones with remnants of old oxidation staining and some flakes of original bright blue here and there. All markings are completely intact and legible and the loading gate retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue along its edges. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and the forend showing a small thin drying crack at its right tip. The rifle is sighted with sporting rear, the front sight has been modified during the period of use with an antique bone blade insert and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B9751-1) {C&R} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)

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Winchester Model 94 Saddle Ring Carbine With Police Markings

Winchester Model 94 Saddle Ring Carbine With Police Markings

Lot # 169 (Sale Order: 169 of 915)      

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serial #948262, 30 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1922-made carbine retain about 96-97% original blue showing a few light dings or tool marks along the magazine tube, a couple errant freckles and a small scuff at the top edge of the muzzle that does not effect the crown. The action retains perhaps 50% original bright blue that is flaking overall to a pleasant mottled gray-brown patina showing some scattered light handling marks while the lever, bolt and buttplate retain about 92% original blue showing some high edge wear and small areas toning to a mild gray patina. All markings remain crisp and clear and the right forward edge of the action is stamped "ISP", possibly indicating use by the Illinois State Police or similar. The plain walnut stocks remain in very fine condition, the forend showing a little added finish while the buttstock retains about 90% original varnish with overall light flaking and handling marks. There is a very tiny drying crack at the upper tang, a small square ''patch'', and neatly filled sling swivel hole at the toe. The saddle ring is intact and the rifle is sighted with a Marble's white diamond rear sporting sight, plain pinned blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive police-marked 94 carbine. (13B9751-4) {C&R} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #948262, 30 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1922-made carbine retain about 96-97% origin...moreal blue showing a few light dings or tool marks along the magazine tube, a couple errant freckles and a small scuff at the top edge of the muzzle that does not effect the crown. The action retains perhaps 50% original bright blue that is flaking overall to a pleasant mottled gray-brown patina showing some scattered light handling marks while the lever, bolt and buttplate retain about 92% original blue showing some high edge wear and small areas toning to a mild gray patina. All markings remain crisp and clear and the right forward edge of the action is stamped "ISP", possibly indicating use by the Illinois State Police or similar. The plain walnut stocks remain in very fine condition, the forend showing a little added finish while the buttstock retains about 90% original varnish with overall light flaking and handling marks. There is a very tiny drying crack at the upper tang, a small square ''patch'', and neatly filled sling swivel hole at the toe. The saddle ring is intact and the rifle is sighted with a Marble's white diamond rear sporting sight, plain pinned blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive police-marked 94 carbine. (13B9751-4) {C&R} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (1000/1500)

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Harrington & Richardson Ultra Wildcat L461 Bolt Action Rifle by Sako

Harrington & Richardson Ultra Wildcat L461 Bolt Action Rifle by Sako

Lot # 170 (Sale Order: 170 of 915)      

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serial #100353, 223 Rem, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 98% original blue the only loss due to a few sparsely scattered specks of minor oxidation staining and some light handling marks. The rifle is stocked in an elaborate Monte Carlo-style stock with wide left-side cheekpiece, flared rosewood pistolgrip cap and rosewood forend tip, black and white contrasting diamond inlays, an inlaid white deer on black background on the right butt and deep relief Germanic oak leaf carving with stippled backgrounds. The stock is signed "N.H." on the left side and remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks, areas of slightly crazing varnish and attractive grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the Pachmayr White Line pad is 13 1/2", there are no sights and the receiver is grooved for mounts. A lovely example of these excellent and desirable sporting rifles. (13A9750-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #100353, 223 Rem, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 98% original blue the only loss due to a few sparsely scat...moretered specks of minor oxidation staining and some light handling marks. The rifle is stocked in an elaborate Monte Carlo-style stock with wide left-side cheekpiece, flared rosewood pistolgrip cap and rosewood forend tip, black and white contrasting diamond inlays, an inlaid white deer on black background on the right butt and deep relief Germanic oak leaf carving with stippled backgrounds. The stock is signed "N.H." on the left side and remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks, areas of slightly crazing varnish and attractive grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the Pachmayr White Line pad is 13 1/2", there are no sights and the receiver is grooved for mounts. A lovely example of these excellent and desirable sporting rifles. (13A9750-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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L. C. Smith Specialty Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorgun

L. C. Smith Specialty Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 171 (Sale Order: 171 of 915)      

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serial #7934E, 20 ga, 28" Nitro steel barrels choked modified and full with bright very good plus bores showing a number of scattered small dings and dents and the left barrel with a few spots of light pitting. The barrels retain about 75% good quality older reapplied blue with most of the loss due to overall thinning and toning to a deep plum-brown patina also showing some light freckling and remnants of smoothed-over light pitting beneath the finish. The barrel markings remain completely intact and legible, there is a silver band inlaid at the rear of the finely matted rib and the bow of the triggerguard shows strong original bright blue. The action and lockplates have mostly toned to a nice silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered mild brown freckling and some light pitting along the bottom metal and are embellished in typical Specialty Grade style with wide flowing foliate scrollwork and game bird vignettes on either side. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with hard rubber tip insert remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings and mild abrasions. The black hard rubber pistolgrip cap and grooved buttstock are intact showing light overall wear. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8" with drops of 1 3/4" and 3". The shotgun features factory "Hunter One Trigger" single selective trigger, non-automatic safety and ejectors; the right ejector will require some mechanical attention as the tip of the kicker in the forend is broken off. Lock-up is tight on-face with the top lever resting right of center and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A solid "rainy day" specialty grade in a desirable chambering that just needs a little bit of ejector work. (13B9732-5) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #7934E, 20 ga, 28" Nitro steel barrels choked modified and full with bright very good plus bores showing a number of scattered small dings and dents and the left b...morearrel with a few spots of light pitting. The barrels retain about 75% good quality older reapplied blue with most of the loss due to overall thinning and toning to a deep plum-brown patina also showing some light freckling and remnants of smoothed-over light pitting beneath the finish. The barrel markings remain completely intact and legible, there is a silver band inlaid at the rear of the finely matted rib and the bow of the triggerguard shows strong original bright blue. The action and lockplates have mostly toned to a nice silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered mild brown freckling and some light pitting along the bottom metal and are embellished in typical Specialty Grade style with wide flowing foliate scrollwork and game bird vignettes on either side. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with hard rubber tip insert remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings and mild abrasions. The black hard rubber pistolgrip cap and grooved buttstock are intact showing light overall wear. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8" with drops of 1 3/4" and 3". The shotgun features factory "Hunter One Trigger" single selective trigger, non-automatic safety and ejectors; the right ejector will require some mechanical attention as the tip of the kicker in the forend is broken off. Lock-up is tight on-face with the top lever resting right of center and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A solid "rainy day" specialty grade in a desirable chambering that just needs a little bit of ejector work. (13B9732-5) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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Fine Smith & Wesson No. 1 First Issue Fourth Type Revolver

Fine Smith & Wesson No. 1 First Issue Fourth Type Revolver

Lot # 172 (Sale Order: 172 of 915)      

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serial #3545, 22 RF, 3 3/16" ribbed octagon barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel and ejector spud of this fourth type revolver retain about 50% original bright fire blue, quite lovely and brilliant in areas depending on how the light hits it, toning overall to a pleasant mild gray patina with some very fine oxidation staining and handling marks. The barrel address remains crisp and clear. The cylinder has mostly toned to a mild gray-brown patina showing scattered fine pinprick pitting and the patent date partially legible. The frame retains about 95% original silver finish that has taken on a wonderful dark tarnish with light wear along the high edges toning to nice ocher patina. The hammer and trigger are taking on a mild gray patina, the articulated spur showing strong flakes of bright blue throughout. The smooth rosewood grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish that is flaking lightly overall and showing some scattered minor handling marks. All remaining parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is very nice showing a hint of mild play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is really a very fine example of these early and desirable Smith & Wesson revolvers rarely seen with any condition. (13B9474-6) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #3545, 22 RF, 3 3/16" ribbed octagon barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with strong rifling througho...moreut. The barrel and ejector spud of this fourth type revolver retain about 50% original bright fire blue, quite lovely and brilliant in areas depending on how the light hits it, toning overall to a pleasant mild gray patina with some very fine oxidation staining and handling marks. The barrel address remains crisp and clear. The cylinder has mostly toned to a mild gray-brown patina showing scattered fine pinprick pitting and the patent date partially legible. The frame retains about 95% original silver finish that has taken on a wonderful dark tarnish with light wear along the high edges toning to nice ocher patina. The hammer and trigger are taking on a mild gray patina, the articulated spur showing strong flakes of bright blue throughout. The smooth rosewood grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish that is flaking lightly overall and showing some scattered minor handling marks. All remaining parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is very nice showing a hint of mild play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is really a very fine example of these early and desirable Smith & Wesson revolvers rarely seen with any condition. (13B9474-6) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)

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Early Colt Model 1860 Fluted Army Percussion Revolver

Early Colt Model 1860 Fluted Army Percussion Revolver

Lot # 173 (Sale Order: 173 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #2232, .44 cal, 8" round barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1861-made revolver retain about 98% reapplied nickel finish showing some scattered light dings, some scattered areas of clouding and light pitting beneath the finish. The trigger still retains some flakes of bright fire blue along the sides and the hammer has toned to a mottled gray-brown patina. The screw heads show light slot wear and the New York barrel address and "COLTS PATENT" on the frame remain partially legible with a number of letters no longer legible due to the metal preparation. The 1850 patent date within the cylinder flute however remains completely intact and quite strong as do the serial numbers on the cylinder, frame and triggerguard and there is a rather large "W" stamped at the toe of the triggerguard. The smooth walnut grip shows no visible number on the interior and remains in very good plus condition showing scattered flakes of antique varnish and some light dings. The arbor is un-numbered and shows a small crack near its tip, the cylinder shows some moderate back-and-forth play and the barrel and wedge have been re-numbered to match post-refinishing. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up slightly loose. A respectable example of these desirable early Colt 1860 revolvers. (13C9784-5) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
serial #2232, .44 cal, 8" round barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1861-made revolver retain about 98% rea...morepplied nickel finish showing some scattered light dings, some scattered areas of clouding and light pitting beneath the finish. The trigger still retains some flakes of bright fire blue along the sides and the hammer has toned to a mottled gray-brown patina. The screw heads show light slot wear and the New York barrel address and "COLTS PATENT" on the frame remain partially legible with a number of letters no longer legible due to the metal preparation. The 1850 patent date within the cylinder flute however remains completely intact and quite strong as do the serial numbers on the cylinder, frame and triggerguard and there is a rather large "W" stamped at the toe of the triggerguard. The smooth walnut grip shows no visible number on the interior and remains in very good plus condition showing scattered flakes of antique varnish and some light dings. The arbor is un-numbered and shows a small crack near its tip, the cylinder shows some moderate back-and-forth play and the barrel and wedge have been re-numbered to match post-refinishing. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up slightly loose. A respectable example of these desirable early Colt 1860 revolvers. (13C9784-5) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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L. Christophe Sidelock Double Ejectorgun By James Bury

L. Christophe Sidelock Double Ejectorgun By James Bury

Lot # 174 (Sale Order: 174 of 915)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #444, 12 ga, 26'' custom raised solid rib barrels with excellent bores, the right tube has been opened to cylinder and the left has been retrofitted with an improved modified screw-choke. This shotgun was made by James Bury and retailed by Lois Christophe of Brussels, Belgium (shotgun is marked Bruxxeles), Bury's ''(crown) / JB'' proof mark is seen on the water table. It is rumored that Christophe only sold the finest arms from Belgium's Liege gunmakers. The barrels retain perhaps 90-92% original blue with a neat fleur-de-lis border engraved around the breeches. The loss is primarily due to concentrated freckling on the underside as well as a few other scattered blemishes and slight thinning. The locks and frame have a couple spots of very mild freckling and display wonderful 100% coverage scroll engraving with a floral motif, there are vases with flowers, flowing bouquets on each side and detailed, tight geometric patterns throughout. The checkered finely-figured walnut buttstock with dropper points and splinter-style forend are near very good with light handling marks and some imperfections and tiny cracks likely from the wood drying and slightly shrinking over the years, the burl pattern is very attractive with nicely-contrasting light and dark browns. The barrels show the tiniest amount of play when the forend is removed and a tiny sliver of light is visible at the top of each barrel. Shotgun features robust ejectors, an articulated front trigger, wedge-shaped cocking indicators and a standard 14 3/8'' length-of-pull with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 3/8'' and no wall thickness measuring below .024''. A very nice shotgun from a known maker just begging for a high quality restoration. (22C9438-271) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #444, 12 ga, 26'' custom raised solid rib barrels with excellent bores, the right tube has been opened to cylinder and the left has been retrofitted with an improv...moreed modified screw-choke. This shotgun was made by James Bury and retailed by Lois Christophe of Brussels, Belgium (shotgun is marked Bruxxeles), Bury's ''(crown) / JB'' proof mark is seen on the water table. It is rumored that Christophe only sold the finest arms from Belgium's Liege gunmakers. The barrels retain perhaps 90-92% original blue with a neat fleur-de-lis border engraved around the breeches. The loss is primarily due to concentrated freckling on the underside as well as a few other scattered blemishes and slight thinning. The locks and frame have a couple spots of very mild freckling and display wonderful 100% coverage scroll engraving with a floral motif, there are vases with flowers, flowing bouquets on each side and detailed, tight geometric patterns throughout. The checkered finely-figured walnut buttstock with dropper points and splinter-style forend are near very good with light handling marks and some imperfections and tiny cracks likely from the wood drying and slightly shrinking over the years, the burl pattern is very attractive with nicely-contrasting light and dark browns. The barrels show the tiniest amount of play when the forend is removed and a tiny sliver of light is visible at the top of each barrel. Shotgun features robust ejectors, an articulated front trigger, wedge-shaped cocking indicators and a standard 14 3/8'' length-of-pull with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 3/8'' and no wall thickness measuring below .024''. A very nice shotgun from a known maker just begging for a high quality restoration. (22C9438-271) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Scarce Smith & Wesson Model 631 Double Action Revolver

Scarce Smith & Wesson Model 631 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 175 (Sale Order: 175 of 915)      

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serial #BEZ2973, 32 H&R Magnum, 4'' barrel with an excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces are excellent and the hammer and trigger retain all their original hard chrome. The smooth goncalo alves combat stocks with S&W medallions are excellent. The front sight is a serrated ramp with red insert and the rear is a white outline square-notch micro-adjustable blade. This is a hard-to-find J-frame with just 5,500 manufactured in the early 90s. (22A9738-298) {MODERN} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #BEZ2973, 32 H&R Magnum, 4'' barrel with an excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces are excellent and the hammer and trigger retain all their original hard ch...morerome. The smooth goncalo alves combat stocks with S&W medallions are excellent. The front sight is a serrated ramp with red insert and the rear is a white outline square-notch micro-adjustable blade. This is a hard-to-find J-frame with just 5,500 manufactured in the early 90s. (22A9738-298) {MODERN} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1000/1500)

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