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Auction No. 128 - Session 1

Auction No. 128 - Session 1

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Auction No. 128 - Session 1

Auction No. 128 - Session 1

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Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot # 51 (Sale Order: 51 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #24980, .50 cal, 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright near excellent bore showing a patch of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive carbine retains about 96% original blue showing a few specks of mild oxidation staining nearer the muzzle, some scattered light handling marks and some areas toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 90% color case-hardening that is muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina along the right side, also showing a few tiny spots of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the underside and left side showing wonderful vibrant colors still with remnants of protective lacquer. The sling bar and ring are a bright silvery patina, the buttplate shows some generous flakes of bright blue, toning to a nice plum-brown patina and the hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some mild flaking along the hammer. A number of the screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain crisp and clear with Maynard patent information on the left side frame, Mass. Arms Co. markings on the right and small sub-inspector stamps throughout. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing a few minor handling marks and some sparsely scattered light dings, a few a bit more noticeable along the left side. The wood shows lovely raised grain throughout, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and there are two crisp cartouches on the left wrist. The barrel locks up securely and the hammer functions crisply. A very handsome Maynard for the Civil War collector. (13B9833-37) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #24980, .50 cal, 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright near excellent bore showing a patch of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp r...moreifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive carbine retains about 96% original blue showing a few specks of mild oxidation staining nearer the muzzle, some scattered light handling marks and some areas toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 90% color case-hardening that is muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina along the right side, also showing a few tiny spots of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the underside and left side showing wonderful vibrant colors still with remnants of protective lacquer. The sling bar and ring are a bright silvery patina, the buttplate shows some generous flakes of bright blue, toning to a nice plum-brown patina and the hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some mild flaking along the hammer. A number of the screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain crisp and clear with Maynard patent information on the left side frame, Mass. Arms Co. markings on the right and small sub-inspector stamps throughout. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing a few minor handling marks and some sparsely scattered light dings, a few a bit more noticeable along the left side. The wood shows lovely raised grain throughout, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and there are two crisp cartouches on the left wrist. The barrel locks up securely and the hammer functions crisply. A very handsome Maynard for the Civil War collector. (13B9833-37) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Fine Smith Civil War Commercial Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Fine Smith Civil War Commercial Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot # 52 (Sale Order: 52 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #11805, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this very fine carbine retains about 97% original blue showing some mild thinning at the muzzle, a small area of minor freckling along the left side and a few scattered handling marks. The action retains about 90% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few scattered specks of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the left side muting to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The barrel band and buttplate have mostly flaked to a deep plum-brown patina showing remnants of original bright blue, while the sling bar and ring are mostly gunmetal patina showing a little brown freckling. The triggerguard retains about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking along the bow and the action latch spring retains a healthy amount of fine pale fire blue, many of the screw heads also with nice pale fire blue. The Poultney & Trimble address and Mass. Arms Co. maker-markings on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition, the buttstock near excellent, showing a strong oil finish with some scattered light handling marks. The forend shows a shallow dent on the right side and a tiny repaired chip with a little bit of filler ahead of the screw escutcheon. The barrel is matching the frame and locks up well and the hammer functions crisply. Schuyler, Hartley & Graham were the most prominent commercial retailers of the Smith Carbine during the war although most were purchased by the Federal government. (13B9833-8) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #11805, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this very fine carbine retains about 97% original blue showing ...moresome mild thinning at the muzzle, a small area of minor freckling along the left side and a few scattered handling marks. The action retains about 90% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few scattered specks of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the left side muting to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The barrel band and buttplate have mostly flaked to a deep plum-brown patina showing remnants of original bright blue, while the sling bar and ring are mostly gunmetal patina showing a little brown freckling. The triggerguard retains about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking along the bow and the action latch spring retains a healthy amount of fine pale fire blue, many of the screw heads also with nice pale fire blue. The Poultney & Trimble address and Mass. Arms Co. maker-markings on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition, the buttstock near excellent, showing a strong oil finish with some scattered light handling marks. The forend shows a shallow dent on the right side and a tiny repaired chip with a little bit of filler ahead of the screw escutcheon. The barrel is matching the frame and locks up well and the hammer functions crisply. Schuyler, Hartley & Graham were the most prominent commercial retailers of the Smith Carbine during the war although most were purchased by the Federal government. (13B9833-8) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Attractive Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine

Attractive Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine

Lot # 53 (Sale Order: 53 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #15489, .54 cal, 21" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 96% original blue showing some mild silvering at the muzzle, a few sparsely scattered specks of minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The barrel is toning slightly to an attractive deep plum under bright light, retains crisp markings and is matching the frame. The action retains perhaps 95% lovely case-hardened colors that remain quite vibrant overall showing a little brown freckling, mostly along the tangs and top corner of the left side, and areas muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina and smooth gray. The buttplate is mostly plum-brown showing some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and the barrel band retains most of its case-hardening toned to a smooth gray. The lever and internal protected areas of the breechblock retain about 92% lovely bright blue showing some light flaking to gray brown along the exterior areas and some scattered light dings. The screw heads show lovely bright fire blue and the chamber is pristine and shows no evidence of firing. The patent markings at the top of the action were lightly struck but remain legible, the Burnside Rifle Co. markings on the sideplate remain strong and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing a few tiny shallow chips or mild abrasions scattered along the butt, some other more mild handling marks and otherwise strong oil finish. There is a softened but legible "E.M.D." along the top of the comb and "H.D.H." along the bottom of the forend, there is no visible inspector's cartouche along the left side wrist. All original hardware is intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Burnside for the Civil War collector. (13C9833-2) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #15489, .54 cal, 21" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 96% original blue showing some mild silvering at the mu...morezzle, a few sparsely scattered specks of minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The barrel is toning slightly to an attractive deep plum under bright light, retains crisp markings and is matching the frame. The action retains perhaps 95% lovely case-hardened colors that remain quite vibrant overall showing a little brown freckling, mostly along the tangs and top corner of the left side, and areas muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina and smooth gray. The buttplate is mostly plum-brown showing some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and the barrel band retains most of its case-hardening toned to a smooth gray. The lever and internal protected areas of the breechblock retain about 92% lovely bright blue showing some light flaking to gray brown along the exterior areas and some scattered light dings. The screw heads show lovely bright fire blue and the chamber is pristine and shows no evidence of firing. The patent markings at the top of the action were lightly struck but remain legible, the Burnside Rifle Co. markings on the sideplate remain strong and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing a few tiny shallow chips or mild abrasions scattered along the butt, some other more mild handling marks and otherwise strong oil finish. There is a softened but legible "E.M.D." along the top of the comb and "H.D.H." along the bottom of the forend, there is no visible inspector's cartouche along the left side wrist. All original hardware is intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Burnside for the Civil War collector. (13C9833-2) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Very Fine Gwyn & Campbell Type II Civil War Carbine

Very Fine Gwyn & Campbell Type II Civil War Carbine

Lot # 54 (Sale Order: 54 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #2675, .52 cal, 20" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this carbine retains about 92% original blue showing some sparsely scattered spots of brown freckling, light handling marks and areas thinning and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely case-hardened colors showing some mild muting to silvery gray patina along the lockplate and lever, some sparsely scattered mild brown speckling and otherwise vibrant colors throughout with strong protective lacquer. The breechblock and upper tang retain about 80% brilliant fire blue thinning to mild gray-brown along the tang and showing some moderate flaking and a few scattered light dings along the breechblock. The breechblock pivot screw head shows nice straw color and the rear sight parts likewise retain nice fire blue. The markings remain mostly strong, one letter in the maker markings on the lockplate obscured by a small metal imperfection, the right side frame with "UNION RIFLE" and the major components with small sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition with strong arsenal oil finish showing some scattered light dings and mild handling marks. The stock retains excellent metal-to-wood fit and shows nice raised grain with a crisp inspector's cartouche on the left side and smaller initials at the heel. All original hardware remains intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome Gwyn & Campbell with fine original finish. (13C9833-3) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #2675, .52 cal, 20" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this carbine retains about 92% original blue showing some sparsely s...morecattered spots of brown freckling, light handling marks and areas thinning and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely case-hardened colors showing some mild muting to silvery gray patina along the lockplate and lever, some sparsely scattered mild brown speckling and otherwise vibrant colors throughout with strong protective lacquer. The breechblock and upper tang retain about 80% brilliant fire blue thinning to mild gray-brown along the tang and showing some moderate flaking and a few scattered light dings along the breechblock. The breechblock pivot screw head shows nice straw color and the rear sight parts likewise retain nice fire blue. The markings remain mostly strong, one letter in the maker markings on the lockplate obscured by a small metal imperfection, the right side frame with "UNION RIFLE" and the major components with small sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition with strong arsenal oil finish showing some scattered light dings and mild handling marks. The stock retains excellent metal-to-wood fit and shows nice raised grain with a crisp inspector's cartouche on the left side and smaller initials at the heel. All original hardware remains intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome Gwyn & Campbell with fine original finish. (13C9833-3) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Extremely Rare Factory Engraved and Plated Deluxe Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Extremely Rare Factory Engraved and Plated Deluxe Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot # 55 (Sale Order: 55 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #360262, 44 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a very good bright bore. Any special order feature on a Winchester 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine is rare, this carbine has many of them. The carbine features a fancy stock, $2.50 engraving, gold plated action and trim with the balance plated in nickel. The carbine is very honest in nature but shows years of use but no abuse, and it hasn't been enhanced by any 20th century gunsmith. The action shows scroll engraving in moderate coverage with a running deer in a round panel scene on the left sideplate. The dust cover, ring of action and front of top tang all shows light scroll engraving while the bottom of the follower and frame show small sections of scroll. The lower tang has had a riband engraved around the serial number and there is one small area of scroll on the buttplate tang, the bands are unembellished. The barrel retains about 65% original nickel plated finish with markings remaining clear and legible, the magazine is more brown and retains perhaps 15% original nickel plated finish in protected areas closest to the barrel. The lever and hammer show about 60% original nickel plated finish with areas of loss showing a deep brown patina. The action is an overall even gray-brown patina with surfaces remaining quite smooth and generally free of any pitting but showing a few scattered old light dings in the surface. The carbine stock and forend show exceptional figure and rate very good with perhaps 50% original finish and with numerous light handling marks. The gun is sighted with standard carbine sights and the top barrel band screw is broken off with tip in place and head missing. Carbines are known as working guns and apparently even when they are as embellished as this one is, they still go to work. Very special order, showing honest use and never having had any "help". This carbine is super rare and has lots of character. (1D9746-31) (6000/8000)
serial #360262, 44 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a very good bright bore. Any special order feature on a Winchester 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine is rare, this ...morecarbine has many of them. The carbine features a fancy stock, $2.50 engraving, gold plated action and trim with the balance plated in nickel. The carbine is very honest in nature but shows years of use but no abuse, and it hasn't been enhanced by any 20th century gunsmith. The action shows scroll engraving in moderate coverage with a running deer in a round panel scene on the left sideplate. The dust cover, ring of action and front of top tang all shows light scroll engraving while the bottom of the follower and frame show small sections of scroll. The lower tang has had a riband engraved around the serial number and there is one small area of scroll on the buttplate tang, the bands are unembellished. The barrel retains about 65% original nickel plated finish with markings remaining clear and legible, the magazine is more brown and retains perhaps 15% original nickel plated finish in protected areas closest to the barrel. The lever and hammer show about 60% original nickel plated finish with areas of loss showing a deep brown patina. The action is an overall even gray-brown patina with surfaces remaining quite smooth and generally free of any pitting but showing a few scattered old light dings in the surface. The carbine stock and forend show exceptional figure and rate very good with perhaps 50% original finish and with numerous light handling marks. The gun is sighted with standard carbine sights and the top barrel band screw is broken off with tip in place and head missing. Carbines are known as working guns and apparently even when they are as embellished as this one is, they still go to work. Very special order, showing honest use and never having had any "help". This carbine is super rare and has lots of character. (1D9746-31) (6000/8000)

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Winchester Model 1866 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine

Winchester Model 1866 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot # 56 (Sale Order: 56 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
Description Update 11/17/2020: No butt trap door present

serial #77174, 44 CF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a fair bore with dark pitted grooves. The right side of the action is marked with three "0" adjacent to each other just ahead of the stock. The barrel and magazine retain a gray brown patina with perhaps some old added cold blue. There is some pitting on the barrel that is moderate to heavy and there are also some bruises in the surface. The action shows a pleasing mellow patina with numerous light handling marks from the years. The hammer and lever are a dark gray patina both showing some pitting. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good as refinished long ago. The original brass rifle style buttplate is numbered to the gun and shows a nice patina which matches the action quite well. The rifle is sighted with original barrel sights consisting of the front being integral with the top band and a two-leaf pivoting rear sight. A nice old '66 carbine which had a good honest service life. (1C9779-8) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Lovely Southern Agent Marked Philadelphia Percussion Deringer

Lovely Southern Agent Marked Philadelphia Percussion Deringer

Lot # 57 (Sale Order: 57 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000

.49 caliber, 5" round barrel with flattened top and octagonal breech. This is a very nice large size deringer which bears "MAND FOR / W.H. CALHOUN / AGENT / NASHVILLE. TENN.". The lock is maker marked "DERINGER / PHILADA" as is the top of the barrel breech. All markings remain clear and fully legible, the barrel also having a "P" mark on top left flat of breech. The barrel shows an overall gray patina with some scattered light surface pitting along with some oxidation staining in some areas. The breech, tang and lock are a darker and more smooth patina with tasteful 19th century scroll engraving. The German silver mounted stock is of walnut and rates near excellent with about 70% original varnish, the checkering remains clean with just light wear. The German silver forend tip, wedge escutcheons, sideplate, triggerguard, bolster inlay and butt inlay all show a lovely even patina. The ramrod has a slotted iron jag on one and is brass bound on the other. This is a really nice, completely honest Calhoun agent marked deringer that has a lovely appearance the wood to metal fit is perfect, the stock edges are crisp. This pistol was sold at Julia's in October of 2010 when it was part of the David Crocker Estate Collection. A cool Nashville Tennessee retailed deringer. (1C9762-4) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

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Rare San Francisco Agent Marked Henry Deringer Percussion Pistol

Rare San Francisco Agent Marked Henry Deringer Percussion Pistol

Lot # 58 (Sale Order: 58 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
.41 caliber, 3" barrel including breech with an oxidized bore that shows strong rifling. The top of the double German silver banded barrel is marked "W.C. ALLEN & CO. / SAN FRANCISCO" and the top of the breech is marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA". This pistol shows scroll engraving on the lockplate, hammer, tang and the German silver furniture. The lockplate is also marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA" and the pistol shows the latest style pineapple finial. The condition is nice with the barrel showing a pleasing smooth brown patina with all markings including the "P" proof on top left flat remain crisp and legible. The lock is similar in color and again very smooth, the metal surface in general are free of pitting even within the bolster immediately around the nipple. The one-piece walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and the checkering remains strong with a couple dings within. W.C. Allen was a watch, diamond and jewelry in San Francisco between 1853 and 1870. Their period advertisements also list "Derringer" pistols and a general assortment of fancy goods. This particular Deringer is illustrated in Eberharts The Deringer in America Volume II on page 218 when it was part of the John G. Hamilton collection. A very rare Deringer pistol sold in San Francisco during the waning days of the California Gold Rush. (1C9762-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
.41 caliber, 3" barrel including breech with an oxidized bore that shows strong rifling. The top of the double German silver banded barrel is marked "W.C. ALLEN & CO. / S...moreAN FRANCISCO" and the top of the breech is marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA". This pistol shows scroll engraving on the lockplate, hammer, tang and the German silver furniture. The lockplate is also marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA" and the pistol shows the latest style pineapple finial. The condition is nice with the barrel showing a pleasing smooth brown patina with all markings including the "P" proof on top left flat remain crisp and legible. The lock is similar in color and again very smooth, the metal surface in general are free of pitting even within the bolster immediately around the nipple. The one-piece walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and the checkering remains strong with a couple dings within. W.C. Allen was a watch, diamond and jewelry in San Francisco between 1853 and 1870. Their period advertisements also list "Derringer" pistols and a general assortment of fancy goods. This particular Deringer is illustrated in Eberharts The Deringer in America Volume II on page 218 when it was part of the John G. Hamilton collection. A very rare Deringer pistol sold in San Francisco during the waning days of the California Gold Rush. (1C9762-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Rare E. Schmidt & Co. Houston Texas Percussion Deringer

Rare E. Schmidt & Co. Houston Texas Percussion Deringer

Lot # 59 (Sale Order: 59 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
.45 caliber, 2 1/2" barrel including breech and showing an oxidized bore. This deringer is marked on the top of the barrel "E. SCHMIDT & CO. HOUSTON." with the lock being plain and unmarked. This deringer feature gold band at muzzle and double gold bands at breech and is otherwise unembellished as all known examples of these pistols are. The iron surfaces are all a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with just a very small amount of fine pitting near bolster. The German silver furniture is all simple in form and all fits beautifully and has a pleasing patina. The checkered walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and with strong checkering which shows just light wear. The pistol shows a small German silver dovetail mounted blade front sight and simple rear mounted at the junction of the tang and breechplug. Comparing this pistol to the known examples in The Deringer in America, all furniture and markings are correct and the condition and wood to metal fit is better on this example than those shown in the book. E. Schmidt and Company was active in Houston during the 1860s and made deringer pistols along with percussion plains rifles. This is a very rare and desirable Texas made deringer. (1D9762-6) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
.45 caliber, 2 1/2" barrel including breech and showing an oxidized bore. This deringer is marked on the top of the barrel "E. SCHMIDT & CO. HOUSTON." with the lock being...more plain and unmarked. This deringer feature gold band at muzzle and double gold bands at breech and is otherwise unembellished as all known examples of these pistols are. The iron surfaces are all a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with just a very small amount of fine pitting near bolster. The German silver furniture is all simple in form and all fits beautifully and has a pleasing patina. The checkered walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and with strong checkering which shows just light wear. The pistol shows a small German silver dovetail mounted blade front sight and simple rear mounted at the junction of the tang and breechplug. Comparing this pistol to the known examples in The Deringer in America, all furniture and markings are correct and the condition and wood to metal fit is better on this example than those shown in the book. E. Schmidt and Company was active in Houston during the 1860s and made deringer pistols along with percussion plains rifles. This is a very rare and desirable Texas made deringer. (1D9762-6) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Excellent Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Auto Pistol

Excellent Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 60 (Sale Order: 60 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #438836, 38 ACP, 4 1/2'' barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows only some very minor frosting within the grooves. This is a lovely auto pistol, retaining about 97-98% original blue, the loss being only some very light wear near the muzzle, a bit of sharp edge wear at the butt and a minor handling mark or two, the hammer screw showing some light circumferential scratches around it. There are a few very sparsely scattered very light freckles of surface oxidation here or there, but they are unobtrusive. The hammer retains virtually all of its original vibrant color case-hardening and the bright polished portions of the barrel remain brilliant at the muzzle and ejection port, with a few tiny spots of light oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent and one all blued magazine is included marked ''Cal. 38/Colt'' on its base. The rear sight shows a small ding on its right side, an issue that would not even be worthy of mention were it not for the fine condition of this pistol. The arm seems to function well mechanically and would be a welcome addition to any Colt auto pistol collection. (3B9908-21) {C&R} (2500/4000)
serial #438836, 38 ACP, 4 1/2'' barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows only some very minor frosting within the grooves. This is a lovely auto pistol, reta...moreining about 97-98% original blue, the loss being only some very light wear near the muzzle, a bit of sharp edge wear at the butt and a minor handling mark or two, the hammer screw showing some light circumferential scratches around it. There are a few very sparsely scattered very light freckles of surface oxidation here or there, but they are unobtrusive. The hammer retains virtually all of its original vibrant color case-hardening and the bright polished portions of the barrel remain brilliant at the muzzle and ejection port, with a few tiny spots of light oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent and one all blued magazine is included marked ''Cal. 38/Colt'' on its base. The rear sight shows a small ding on its right side, an issue that would not even be worthy of mention were it not for the fine condition of this pistol. The arm seems to function well mechanically and would be a welcome addition to any Colt auto pistol collection. (3B9908-21) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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Fine German Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Kuchenreuter

Fine German Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Kuchenreuter

Lot # 61 (Sale Order: 61 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.54 cal, 27'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows some minor oxidation or light frosting, primarily within the grooves. This is a fairly fancy and very well-made rifle from this famous maker. The barrel shows a deep relief wootz-damascus pattern its full-length which continues onto the under rib and the ramrod thimbles and is an overall pleasing pewter-gunmetal patina. The rifle is sighted with a simple bead front sight atop a plain sporting ramp with a very scant u-notch rear which is adjustable for elevation via a small spanner nut, with a neatly chiseled and engraved front extension. The left and right diagonal flats near the breech show open loose relief scroll inlaid in silver with a small geometric decoration by the sunken silver ''JAK'' touch mark, all of this surrounding ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'' inlaid in gold. The lock is stepped at its rear with a small floral decoration there and wide open flowing foliate scroll on the front portion and side of hammer, a recumbent stag in a forested scene to the rear of the hammer. The hammer nose is lightly engraved in a dragon-style motif and the bolster and breech show the same open wide quality scroll which continues onto the tang. The tang itself shows an unengraved silver monogram plate with light borderline engraving and an original fold-down aperture sight, adjustable for both windage and elevation with the screws affixed to the sight. The metal surfaces are all primarily a pleasing smooth pewter gunmetal patina, the tailpipe with a bit of engraving, the front extension, tang extension, scrolling sideplate and bow of the guard all engraved similarly, the bow with a small reclining stag and a nice finger spur on its rear edge. The European walnut stock rates very good with the expected overall dings and handling marks one finds on a hunted arm. It features a horn forend tip, carved grip flourish to the rear of the guard and a very generous flared left side shadowline cheekpiece. The grip shows coarse checkering which is somewhat worn and filled now from the years, with fleur-de-lis in-carving and scroll accents. There is a wooden sliding door patchbox with push-button release, there are a number of chips, flakes and dents surrounding from folks over the years who obviously had no clue it was a push-button release and attempted to pry it open. The lock is dual-acting with a pivoting safety rest and the gun is equipped with double set triggers; they are somewhat sluggish and no doubt need cleaning as they do not currently set, but the lock functions well mechanically, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. A very handsome rifle from this famous German maker that obviously was ordered by a man of means and used afield, but which was cared for. (3B9670-305) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)
.54 cal, 27'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows some minor oxidation or light frosting, primarily within the grooves. This is a fairly fancy ...moreand very well-made rifle from this famous maker. The barrel shows a deep relief wootz-damascus pattern its full-length which continues onto the under rib and the ramrod thimbles and is an overall pleasing pewter-gunmetal patina. The rifle is sighted with a simple bead front sight atop a plain sporting ramp with a very scant u-notch rear which is adjustable for elevation via a small spanner nut, with a neatly chiseled and engraved front extension. The left and right diagonal flats near the breech show open loose relief scroll inlaid in silver with a small geometric decoration by the sunken silver ''JAK'' touch mark, all of this surrounding ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'' inlaid in gold. The lock is stepped at its rear with a small floral decoration there and wide open flowing foliate scroll on the front portion and side of hammer, a recumbent stag in a forested scene to the rear of the hammer. The hammer nose is lightly engraved in a dragon-style motif and the bolster and breech show the same open wide quality scroll which continues onto the tang. The tang itself shows an unengraved silver monogram plate with light borderline engraving and an original fold-down aperture sight, adjustable for both windage and elevation with the screws affixed to the sight. The metal surfaces are all primarily a pleasing smooth pewter gunmetal patina, the tailpipe with a bit of engraving, the front extension, tang extension, scrolling sideplate and bow of the guard all engraved similarly, the bow with a small reclining stag and a nice finger spur on its rear edge. The European walnut stock rates very good with the expected overall dings and handling marks one finds on a hunted arm. It features a horn forend tip, carved grip flourish to the rear of the guard and a very generous flared left side shadowline cheekpiece. The grip shows coarse checkering which is somewhat worn and filled now from the years, with fleur-de-lis in-carving and scroll accents. There is a wooden sliding door patchbox with push-button release, there are a number of chips, flakes and dents surrounding from folks over the years who obviously had no clue it was a push-button release and attempted to pry it open. The lock is dual-acting with a pivoting safety rest and the gun is equipped with double set triggers; they are somewhat sluggish and no doubt need cleaning as they do not currently set, but the lock functions well mechanically, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. A very handsome rifle from this famous German maker that obviously was ordered by a man of means and used afield, but which was cared for. (3B9670-305) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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Extremely Rare and Desirable 2-Digit U.S. Model 1911 Colt Pistol

Extremely Rare and Desirable 2-Digit U.S. Model 1911 Colt Pistol

Lot # 62 (Sale Order: 62 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 25,000High Estimate: 35,000
serial #38, 45 ACP, 5'' barrel showing a very fine bore with strong evident rifling with minor frosting scattered in the grooves, more prominent nearer the throat, the barrel marked only with small ''P'' firing proof and inspectors number ''5'' on the barrel radius ahead of the lugs. An impressive arm given its age and serial number, the pistol was clearly issued and used by someone during its life. The slide retains strong markings and perhaps 15% original blue, the balance toned to a deep gray-blue faded original blue, with toning to pewter and wear to a silvery gunmetal on the sharp edges and contact points. It has light scattered oxidation staining and scattered light pitting and retains its tapered thin blade front sight and rounded u-notch rear; the scant u-notch rear shows a tiny ding on the left edge of the aperture making it appear a bit wide. The extractor shows some remnants of pale fire blue on its exposed portion and the slide shows random dings or handling marks here and there. The frame retains perhaps 20% original fading blue with strong property marking, inspectors marking and serial number stampings. It has toned to a silvery and gray patina on the straps and on the sharp edges and contact points, with a bit of scattered oxidation staining here and there and some scattered light pinprick pitting. Both the first style hammer and trigger show strong original pale fire blue with operational wear, primarily on their right sides; the safety as well shows some strong trace blue at the root of the checkered thumbpiece. The grips rate good showing quite a bit of wear to the checkering along their lower sections, the left grip worn nearly smooth around the lower diamond, the right showing a bit of wear as well, but they are early style with the correct 15-row diamond count between the larger diamonds, the stock screws are the original thin head with shallow screwdriver cuts. The barrel bushing has the correct beveled edges and shows some nice pale fire blue while the recoil spring plug shows some nice blue around its periphery below the checkering, it is correct early style without punched recoil spring-captivating detent, the recoil spring guide as well is the early ''old style'' with squarish front edge and sharp corners at the legs which ride beneath the barrel itself. It appears as though the slide stop is likely a later replacement as the checkering is horizontal rather than ''diagonally diamond-shaped'' as we see on serial #39 (published in Clawson's book on the subject), the magazine release catch as well is slotted rather than the early concave dished style; Cylinder and Slide Inc. has early style magazine catch retainers available if one wished to replace the current one in the gun with a correct-style and have it properly fire blued (the magazine catch may be an older replacement as well as there are no vestiges of fire blue and the frame is a bit dinged up in the area surrounding it). Included is a two-tone lanyard-based magazine with a riveted base plate of the ''new type'' having the rivets nearly flush with the bottom edges of the magazine body. The magazine shows a two-tone pale gray upper section with fading blue and flaking brown on its lower portion with a couple small dings and some light pitting at upper left. Included with the gun is a copy of the Collectors Guide to Colt 45 Service Pistols © Clawson 1998. The small-sized 130 page ''enlarged and revised edition'' is in very good condition with some light staining and soiling to the covers, with this guns sister pistol, serial number 39, on the rear cover of the book. The first fifty of these iconic Colt pistols are extremely desirable arms and nearly never come up for public offer. This example is honest and clearly has not been messed with or adulterated over the years, having only a few normal replacement parts that one would expect from an issued arm. Serial numbers 1-44 were assembled at Colt December 28, 1911 and serial numbers 1-50 of these first-shipment 1911 pistols all went to the Commanding Officer, Springfield Armory on January 4, 1912. A very respectable example of these iconic 1911 pistols that was miraculously issued and clearly carried by some individual, most likely during both of our World Wars. (3H9826-1){C&R} (25,000/35,000)
serial #38, 45 ACP, 5'' barrel showing a very fine bore with strong evident rifling with minor frosting scattered in the grooves, more prominent nearer the throat, the ba...morerrel marked only with small ''P'' firing proof and inspectors number ''5'' on the barrel radius ahead of the lugs. An impressive arm given its age and serial number, the pistol was clearly issued and used by someone during its life. The slide retains strong markings and perhaps 15% original blue, the balance toned to a deep gray-blue faded original blue, with toning to pewter and wear to a silvery gunmetal on the sharp edges and contact points. It has light scattered oxidation staining and scattered light pitting and retains its tapered thin blade front sight and rounded u-notch rear; the scant u-notch rear shows a tiny ding on the left edge of the aperture making it appear a bit wide. The extractor shows some remnants of pale fire blue on its exposed portion and the slide shows random dings or handling marks here and there. The frame retains perhaps 20% original fading blue with strong property marking, inspectors marking and serial number stampings. It has toned to a silvery and gray patina on the straps and on the sharp edges and contact points, with a bit of scattered oxidation staining here and there and some scattered light pinprick pitting. Both the first style hammer and trigger show strong original pale fire blue with operational wear, primarily on their right sides; the safety as well shows some strong trace blue at the root of the checkered thumbpiece. The grips rate good showing quite a bit of wear to the checkering along their lower sections, the left grip worn nearly smooth around the lower diamond, the right showing a bit of wear as well, but they are early style with the correct 15-row diamond count between the larger diamonds, the stock screws are the original thin head with shallow screwdriver cuts. The barrel bushing has the correct beveled edges and shows some nice pale fire blue while the recoil spring plug shows some nice blue around its periphery below the checkering, it is correct early style without punched recoil spring-captivating detent, the recoil spring guide as well is the early ''old style'' with squarish front edge and sharp corners at the legs which ride beneath the barrel itself. It appears as though the slide stop is likely a later replacement as the checkering is horizontal rather than ''diagonally diamond-shaped'' as we see on serial #39 (published in Clawson's book on the subject), the magazine release catch as well is slotted rather than the early concave dished style; Cylinder and Slide Inc. has early style magazine catch retainers available if one wished to replace the current one in the gun with a correct-style and have it properly fire blued (the magazine catch may be an older replacement as well as there are no vestiges of fire blue and the frame is a bit dinged up in the area surrounding it). Included is a two-tone lanyard-based magazine with a riveted base plate of the ''new type'' having the rivets nearly flush with the bottom edges of the magazine body. The magazine shows a two-tone pale gray upper section with fading blue and flaking brown on its lower portion with a couple small dings and some light pitting at upper left. Included with the gun is a copy of the Collectors Guide to Colt 45 Service Pistols © Clawson 1998. The small-sized 130 page ''enlarged and revised edition'' is in very good condition with some light staining and soiling to the covers, with this guns sister pistol, serial number 39, on the rear cover of the book. The first fifty of these iconic Colt pistols are extremely desirable arms and nearly never come up for public offer. This example is honest and clearly has not been messed with or adulterated over the years, having only a few normal replacement parts that one would expect from an issued arm. Serial numbers 1-44 were assembled at Colt December 28, 1911 and serial numbers 1-50 of these first-shipment 1911 pistols all went to the Commanding Officer, Springfield Armory on January 4, 1912. A very respectable example of these iconic 1911 pistols that was miraculously issued and clearly carried by some individual, most likely during both of our World Wars. (3H9826-1){C&R} (25,000/35,000)

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Fine French Over Under Percussion Double Rifle by Caron of Paris

Fine French Over Under Percussion Double Rifle by Caron of Paris

Lot # 63 (Sale Order: 63 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
.60 cal, 22 3/4'' octagon barrels with bright about excellent bores which show some minor scattered oxidation here and there. The barrels on this lovely rifle show a nice contrasting brown and pewter damascus pattern their full length, with a few spots of very light oxidation staining sparsely scattered here and there, which are mostly unobtrusive due to the wonderful color on the barrels. Top flat is engraved with the makers name ''Caron'' in an old English monogram style, and engraved in fancy script after is ''á Paris Arq. De S. M. l'Empereur''. The barrel frame and back action locks are a silvery pewter patina, likely finished bright when new, as no remnants of color case-hardening remain, they show a bit of light oxidation in the area below the nipples. They are over all engraved in excellent quality open flowing foliate scroll with the finest satin background stippling accenting the work. Each back action lockplate is marked in relief around the hammer ''Caron a Paris''. The very French, forward curving swirl triggerguard, and long tang show a freckling of soft brown patina, with the same nice quality foliate engraving seen on the lockplates, the bow of the guard with a coat of arms. The arms has a circular clan badge-style belt in-which is written ''SPERNO'', this circling a field of three knight helms, surmounted by a torse of color from-which emanates gauntleted hand holding a snake by the neck. The arm is stocked in a lovely grade French walnut showing some stunning grain figure, much original varnish and the expected light handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The wraparound checkering pattern is flawlessly executed and features mullered borders and there is a silver shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist which appears to be engraved ''TES''. The smooth iron buttplate shows the same excellent quality engraving along its tang, it gives a 14'' length of pull to the front trigger and the arm is fitted with sling swivels. There are some drying checks in the highly figured wood but they are unobtrusive and a silver oval monogram plate along the toeline is neatly engraved ''4''. The arm is sighted with a simple silver bead front sight and two leaf v-notch rear, one standing, one folding, and what is likely the original iron ramrod is captivated in the left side thimbles. The hammers are in time and locks function well mechanically and are covered by a very neat leather action cover, likely made for the arm as it fits precisely, marked ''Dubois a Paris''. Stockel lists E P Caron of Paris as the arquebusier to Emperor Napoleon III, in the period 1852-70. A very lovely, and no doubt still usable, over under double rifle of high quality make. (3C9670-46) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
.60 cal, 22 3/4'' octagon barrels with bright about excellent bores which show some minor scattered oxidation here and there. The barrels on this lovely rifle show a nice...more contrasting brown and pewter damascus pattern their full length, with a few spots of very light oxidation staining sparsely scattered here and there, which are mostly unobtrusive due to the wonderful color on the barrels. Top flat is engraved with the makers name ''Caron'' in an old English monogram style, and engraved in fancy script after is ''á Paris Arq. De S. M. l'Empereur''. The barrel frame and back action locks are a silvery pewter patina, likely finished bright when new, as no remnants of color case-hardening remain, they show a bit of light oxidation in the area below the nipples. They are over all engraved in excellent quality open flowing foliate scroll with the finest satin background stippling accenting the work. Each back action lockplate is marked in relief around the hammer ''Caron a Paris''. The very French, forward curving swirl triggerguard, and long tang show a freckling of soft brown patina, with the same nice quality foliate engraving seen on the lockplates, the bow of the guard with a coat of arms. The arms has a circular clan badge-style belt in-which is written ''SPERNO'', this circling a field of three knight helms, surmounted by a torse of color from-which emanates gauntleted hand holding a snake by the neck. The arm is stocked in a lovely grade French walnut showing some stunning grain figure, much original varnish and the expected light handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The wraparound checkering pattern is flawlessly executed and features mullered borders and there is a silver shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist which appears to be engraved ''TES''. The smooth iron buttplate shows the same excellent quality engraving along its tang, it gives a 14'' length of pull to the front trigger and the arm is fitted with sling swivels. There are some drying checks in the highly figured wood but they are unobtrusive and a silver oval monogram plate along the toeline is neatly engraved ''4''. The arm is sighted with a simple silver bead front sight and two leaf v-notch rear, one standing, one folding, and what is likely the original iron ramrod is captivated in the left side thimbles. The hammers are in time and locks function well mechanically and are covered by a very neat leather action cover, likely made for the arm as it fits precisely, marked ''Dubois a Paris''. Stockel lists E P Caron of Paris as the arquebusier to Emperor Napoleon III, in the period 1852-70. A very lovely, and no doubt still usable, over under double rifle of high quality make. (3C9670-46) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Exquisite German Percussion Double Fowler by Bössel

Exquisite German Percussion Double Fowler by Bössel

Lot # 64 (Sale Order: 64 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
About 12 ga., 32 1/2'' barrels with fine bores which show some sparsely scattered very light oxidation and perhaps some light pinprick pitting. Externally the barrels are very nice and show a very fine textured damascus pattern on both barrels and ribs, their full length, with a few very light handling marks near the muzzles. Sighted with a simple silver bead front sight, the rib is marked ''Lorenz Bössel in Suhl'' inlaid in gold, surrounded by silver inlay foliate scroll of excellent quality; there are dual inlaid silver bands at the breeches. The breeches themselves shows some strong remnants of color case-hardening with very light borderline engraving and small gold inlaid floral petals at the blowout plugs, with an auerhahn perched in a tree, inlaid in gold, on the rib extension between. The long tang as well is quite fancy with open rococo scroll engraving with a gold inlaid game dog, which seems to be bellowing at the aforementioned auerhahn above him, with many of the small scrolls or floral petals having small gold accents. The back action lockplates and hammers are a pleasing pewter gray patina and show the same open rococo and foliate scroll with game birds right and a fox with hare left. They show the same lovely little tiny gold inlaid accents, continuing onto the hammers which are dolphin nosed, each with gold eyes. The arm features German silver furniture with two plain German silver ramrod thimbles, a long rear tang tailpipe with finial extension and lovely engraving, a mirror image of this on the front extension of the triggerguard. The triggerguard itself shows small scrolled accents with a rear pistolgrip, the bow showing an engraved hunter taking aim at game, the long tang of the German silver buttplate embellished with lovely scroll. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish and the overall expected dings and handling marks that come from the hunted arm. It features a very generous flared left side cheekpiece with a concave overhang and tiny carved border on its edge, a portion of which has chipped away along its rear. There are checkered panels at the grip and forestock flanked with lovely open flowing carved scroll and floral accents of the finest quality. To the rear of the cheek rest we find a beautiful relief-carved game scene showing a dead fox hanging from a tree with hounds inspecting him, each having an inset silver collar, this all flanked by foliate and scroll relief carving. The locks are crisp and mechanically functional and are equipped with the automatic hammer stop rests which protrude from the lockplate when the hammers are withdrawn to the rest position, before the half-cock notch, with them drawing back to the interior of the lockplate when the hammers are brought to the full-cock position. The length of pull is 13 3/4'' and what is likely the original ramrod is present. An extremely lovely German double fowler that would be a welcomed addition to any collection of highly embellished German arms. (3D9670-311) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
About 12 ga., 32 1/2'' barrels with fine bores which show some sparsely scattered very light oxidation and perhaps some light pinprick pitting. Externally the barrels are...more very nice and show a very fine textured damascus pattern on both barrels and ribs, their full length, with a few very light handling marks near the muzzles. Sighted with a simple silver bead front sight, the rib is marked ''Lorenz Bössel in Suhl'' inlaid in gold, surrounded by silver inlay foliate scroll of excellent quality; there are dual inlaid silver bands at the breeches. The breeches themselves shows some strong remnants of color case-hardening with very light borderline engraving and small gold inlaid floral petals at the blowout plugs, with an auerhahn perched in a tree, inlaid in gold, on the rib extension between. The long tang as well is quite fancy with open rococo scroll engraving with a gold inlaid game dog, which seems to be bellowing at the aforementioned auerhahn above him, with many of the small scrolls or floral petals having small gold accents. The back action lockplates and hammers are a pleasing pewter gray patina and show the same open rococo and foliate scroll with game birds right and a fox with hare left. They show the same lovely little tiny gold inlaid accents, continuing onto the hammers which are dolphin nosed, each with gold eyes. The arm features German silver furniture with two plain German silver ramrod thimbles, a long rear tang tailpipe with finial extension and lovely engraving, a mirror image of this on the front extension of the triggerguard. The triggerguard itself shows small scrolled accents with a rear pistolgrip, the bow showing an engraved hunter taking aim at game, the long tang of the German silver buttplate embellished with lovely scroll. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish and the overall expected dings and handling marks that come from the hunted arm. It features a very generous flared left side cheekpiece with a concave overhang and tiny carved border on its edge, a portion of which has chipped away along its rear. There are checkered panels at the grip and forestock flanked with lovely open flowing carved scroll and floral accents of the finest quality. To the rear of the cheek rest we find a beautiful relief-carved game scene showing a dead fox hanging from a tree with hounds inspecting him, each having an inset silver collar, this all flanked by foliate and scroll relief carving. The locks are crisp and mechanically functional and are equipped with the automatic hammer stop rests which protrude from the lockplate when the hammers are withdrawn to the rest position, before the half-cock notch, with them drawing back to the interior of the lockplate when the hammers are brought to the full-cock position. The length of pull is 13 3/4'' and what is likely the original ramrod is present. An extremely lovely German double fowler that would be a welcomed addition to any collection of highly embellished German arms. (3D9670-311) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Wonderful Cased German Percussion Target Pistol by G. Wigand of Erfurt

Wonderful Cased German Percussion Target Pistol by G. Wigand of Erfurt

Lot # 65 (Sale Order: 65 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,500
.39 caliber, 9" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol has lovely form and is beautifully embellished with engraving, gold and silver inlay and stock carving. The top of the barrel is engraved and inlaid in gold "G. WIGAND ERFURT" and shows silver inlaid bands and very fine geometric patterns at the muzzle and breech. The barrel breech and tang show relief floral scroll with gold inlaid coat of arms depicting an arm with sword at center and a trident at the top. There is also a shell type motif gold inlaid just ahead of the adjustable rear sight. The continental style humpback lock with recessed rear is engraved in lovely relief floral scroll with a recumbent lion inlaid in gold with a tropical background with palm trees. The hammer is engraved with a dragon-like creature engraved on the nose with gold inlaid eyes. The triggerguard has a finger spur and houses an adjustable set trigger, the outer bow of the triggerguard is engraved with a gold inlaid jaeger. The condition of the pistol is fabulous with the barrel retaining 95% bright original blue finish with just a few small scattered patches of light surface oxidation staining. The balance of the metal surfaces are finished in a French grey which remains excellent, smooth and even overall. The stock is of beautifully figured walnut which shows handsome darker striped grain. The grip features superbly executed relief floral scroll carving with a stylized animal face within each panel. The butt is carved in the same lovely fashion with a crosshatched geometric medallion at center. The tip of the forend shows more of this lovely treatment. The condition of the stock is excellent with 97% original finish remaining and with all carving sharp and finely detailed. The pistol comes in a period French fitted oak casing with a copper flask, powder measure, nipple wrench, sight key, ramrod, along with pewter oiler and brass cap tin; there are two other covered compartments. The case is lined in green felt and rates very good plus on the interior and about the same on the exterior with 95% original finish remaining and with a stable crack across the lid and two across the bottom. There is some ink writing on the lid which is difficult to decipher, our best guess is "Bahn / Breitling / Eppstr 18". A simply wonderful piece 19th century German artistry in arms. (1D9670-449) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4500)
.39 caliber, 9" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol has lovely form and is beautifully embellished with engraving, gold and silver inlay and stock ca...morerving. The top of the barrel is engraved and inlaid in gold "G. WIGAND ERFURT" and shows silver inlaid bands and very fine geometric patterns at the muzzle and breech. The barrel breech and tang show relief floral scroll with gold inlaid coat of arms depicting an arm with sword at center and a trident at the top. There is also a shell type motif gold inlaid just ahead of the adjustable rear sight. The continental style humpback lock with recessed rear is engraved in lovely relief floral scroll with a recumbent lion inlaid in gold with a tropical background with palm trees. The hammer is engraved with a dragon-like creature engraved on the nose with gold inlaid eyes. The triggerguard has a finger spur and houses an adjustable set trigger, the outer bow of the triggerguard is engraved with a gold inlaid jaeger. The condition of the pistol is fabulous with the barrel retaining 95% bright original blue finish with just a few small scattered patches of light surface oxidation staining. The balance of the metal surfaces are finished in a French grey which remains excellent, smooth and even overall. The stock is of beautifully figured walnut which shows handsome darker striped grain. The grip features superbly executed relief floral scroll carving with a stylized animal face within each panel. The butt is carved in the same lovely fashion with a crosshatched geometric medallion at center. The tip of the forend shows more of this lovely treatment. The condition of the stock is excellent with 97% original finish remaining and with all carving sharp and finely detailed. The pistol comes in a period French fitted oak casing with a copper flask, powder measure, nipple wrench, sight key, ramrod, along with pewter oiler and brass cap tin; there are two other covered compartments. The case is lined in green felt and rates very good plus on the interior and about the same on the exterior with 95% original finish remaining and with a stable crack across the lid and two across the bottom. There is some ink writing on the lid which is difficult to decipher, our best guess is "Bahn / Breitling / Eppstr 18". A simply wonderful piece 19th century German artistry in arms. (1D9670-449) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4500)

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Ornate Austrian Flintlock Fowler by Joseph Fruewurth

Ornate Austrian Flintlock Fowler by Joseph Fruewurth

Lot # 66 (Sale Order: 66 of 601)      

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About 28 bore, 37'' part octagon part round barrel with a very good bore which is mostly bright but shows a bit of light surface oxidation. Really an exquisite arm in its day, this single barrel fowler remains very attractive and ornate. The barrel is an overall tarnished pewter and deeper blue-gray patina. It has a simple silver blade front sight with four-legged silver inlay flanking, the barrel shows a nice dual medial ring with chiseled engraving at the point of transition and shows 11 impressed touch marks at the breech, nine are fleur-de-lis, two are makers marks. The lockplate features a nice beveled edge and small teat at its rear with a faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. It shows nice loose open flowing scroll and is maker marked ''Ios Fruewurth/in Weinn'' on the plate, the frizzen spring neatly chiseled with a flared tail. The graceful swan neck cock has some light engraving on its face and the frizzen appears to be resurfaced from the period of use. The half stock shows a nicely engraved brass nosecap, faceted thimble, engraved and chiseled tailpipe and a fancy engraved and chiseled front extension ahead of the triggerguard band, which supports the wooden guard itself, and bolsters it from damage. The forestock area shows a nice pierced and engraved capucine, with the rounded brass buttplate showing a rococo engraved tang. The monogram plate atop the wrist shows rococo scroll surmounted by a crown with the initials ''MA'' engraved within. The halfstock itself rates very fine with the expected dings and handling marks from the years, small cracks left and right at the tip where the sling swivel is located. There are nice ribs carved left and right of the ramrod channel, some open flowing scroll in the forestock and surrounding the front extension, with nice scroll left and right of the wrist and at the rear of the square-bottomed cheekpiece. The tang as well shows some open scroll and scallop carving and there is a sling stud along the toeline. The lock seems to function well mechanically and what is likely the original ramrod is present. A lovely and very ornate single barrel flinter, doubtless made for nobility by the wrist escutcheon, Fruewirth being a court rifle maker and rifle repairer in the 1750s. A bit of research may uncover the identity of ''MA''. (39670-309) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)
About 28 bore, 37'' part octagon part round barrel with a very good bore which is mostly bright but shows a bit of light surface oxidation. Really an exquisite arm in its...more day, this single barrel fowler remains very attractive and ornate. The barrel is an overall tarnished pewter and deeper blue-gray patina. It has a simple silver blade front sight with four-legged silver inlay flanking, the barrel shows a nice dual medial ring with chiseled engraving at the point of transition and shows 11 impressed touch marks at the breech, nine are fleur-de-lis, two are makers marks. The lockplate features a nice beveled edge and small teat at its rear with a faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. It shows nice loose open flowing scroll and is maker marked ''Ios Fruewurth/in Weinn'' on the plate, the frizzen spring neatly chiseled with a flared tail. The graceful swan neck cock has some light engraving on its face and the frizzen appears to be resurfaced from the period of use. The half stock shows a nicely engraved brass nosecap, faceted thimble, engraved and chiseled tailpipe and a fancy engraved and chiseled front extension ahead of the triggerguard band, which supports the wooden guard itself, and bolsters it from damage. The forestock area shows a nice pierced and engraved capucine, with the rounded brass buttplate showing a rococo engraved tang. The monogram plate atop the wrist shows rococo scroll surmounted by a crown with the initials ''MA'' engraved within. The halfstock itself rates very fine with the expected dings and handling marks from the years, small cracks left and right at the tip where the sling swivel is located. There are nice ribs carved left and right of the ramrod channel, some open flowing scroll in the forestock and surrounding the front extension, with nice scroll left and right of the wrist and at the rear of the square-bottomed cheekpiece. The tang as well shows some open scroll and scallop carving and there is a sling stud along the toeline. The lock seems to function well mechanically and what is likely the original ramrod is present. A lovely and very ornate single barrel flinter, doubtless made for nobility by the wrist escutcheon, Fruewirth being a court rifle maker and rifle repairer in the 1750s. A bit of research may uncover the identity of ''MA''. (39670-309) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

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Fabulous Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver

Fabulous Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot # 67 (Sale Order: 67 of 601)      

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serial #11243, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver remains in extremely fine original condition. The barrel bears the proper "E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, NY. U.S.A." and the revolver shows no other external markings. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish overall which remains quite bright. There are some very light normal abrasions in the finish and a couple scratches on the left side of frame emanating from one of the screws. The hammer shows perhaps 95% or its original color case-hardened finish which is just slightly toned and has a wonderful appearance. The two-piece walnut grips rate near excellent with a good deal of original finish remaining and with just very light handling marks. This is a very fine and completely honest 1875 revolver. (1B9362-19) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #11243, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver remains in extremely fine original condition. The barrel bears the proper "E. REMINGTON & SONS I...moreLION, NY. U.S.A." and the revolver shows no other external markings. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish overall which remains quite bright. There are some very light normal abrasions in the finish and a couple scratches on the left side of frame emanating from one of the screws. The hammer shows perhaps 95% or its original color case-hardened finish which is just slightly toned and has a wonderful appearance. The two-piece walnut grips rate near excellent with a good deal of original finish remaining and with just very light handling marks. This is a very fine and completely honest 1875 revolver. (1B9362-19) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

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Very Fine Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Very Fine Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot # 68 (Sale Order: 68 of 601)      

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serial #1908, 44-40, 5 3/4" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 94-95% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some very fine flaking toning to a mild gray-brown patina along the ejector rod housing, sides of the frame and hammer, along with a few light dings on the frontstrap and some other scattered light handling marks. A few of the screw heads show some light slot wear, the grip screw retains some nice fire blue and the Remington Arms Co. address remains crisp and clear as does the "44.C.F.W" marking on the left side frame. The black checkered hard rubber grips with RAC monograms are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing some minor smoothing around the edges, a few light scratches and toning to pale brown patina. The bottom of the left panel is lightly scratched with the name "MAX" and with a small "A" below the monogram. The lanyard ring is intact, the triggerguard and loading gate are matching the frame, the remaining parts are un-numbered and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up showing a hint of play. A lovely example of these very desirable Remington revolvers. (13B9362-94) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)
serial #1908, 44-40, 5 3/4" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surface...mores of this attractive revolver retain about 94-95% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some very fine flaking toning to a mild gray-brown patina along the ejector rod housing, sides of the frame and hammer, along with a few light dings on the frontstrap and some other scattered light handling marks. A few of the screw heads show some light slot wear, the grip screw retains some nice fire blue and the Remington Arms Co. address remains crisp and clear as does the "44.C.F.W" marking on the left side frame. The black checkered hard rubber grips with RAC monograms are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing some minor smoothing around the edges, a few light scratches and toning to pale brown patina. The bottom of the left panel is lightly scratched with the name "MAX" and with a small "A" below the monogram. The lanyard ring is intact, the triggerguard and loading gate are matching the frame, the remaining parts are un-numbered and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up showing a hint of play. A lovely example of these very desirable Remington revolvers. (13B9362-94) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)

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Factory Engraved Remington Rolling Block "E" Grade Mid-Range Target Rifle

Factory Engraved Remington Rolling Block "E" Grade Mid-Range Target Rifle

Lot # 69 (Sale Order: 69 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
serial #6893, 40-70, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle features matching numbers on the barrel, frame, and end-grains of both the buttstock and the forend as well as the inside surface of the buttplate. This rifle features wedges of beautifully executed scroll engraving on the action, triggerguard, barrel breech and forend tip. All screwheads and pins are engraved including the buttplate screws, the smooth steel shotgun buttplate is not engraved. The barrel shows the six-line patent dates on the top flat ahead of breech, presumably to give the engraver more of a blank canvas on the action. The barrel has been nicely reblued long ago with neatly filled holes, one through the patent dates and the other further forward on the octagonal section. There is also a dovetail cut through the barrel address after the "E" in the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address with the first few letters in "Remington" being no longer visible. The color and style of the finish is excellent, the finish is old and passes muster upon first glance. The bottom of the barrel beneath the forearm is marked "T P & B PG ENG". The barrel shows about 90% of this quality blue with areas of thinning and loss taking on a pleasing brown patina. The action shows perhaps 70% original color case-hardened finish which has faded to a pleasing smooth mottled pewter gray. The metal remains smooth and the engraving remains crisp. The rifle features its original factory single set trigger. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and smooth iron tipped forend rate very good appearing to have been very lightly refinished long ago, the surface and color are wonderful and there is an old repaired break through the wrist that is in the checkering, sound and well camouflaged. The fit remains excellent both at the action and at the buttplate and the lower stock screw is a replacement. The interior of the forend is written in large block pencil letters "J. APPEL" indicating that this rifle as once part of the famous Jack Appel Collection which was sold at auction in the 1980's. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight. This rifle is illustrated and described in Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on page 182. Engraved Rolling Blocks are very rare, the opportunity to acquire one is even more rare. A fine and handsome factory engraved Rolling Block rifle. (1D9670-162) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)
serial #6893, 40-70, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle features matching numbers on the barrel, frame, and end-grains of ...moreboth the buttstock and the forend as well as the inside surface of the buttplate. This rifle features wedges of beautifully executed scroll engraving on the action, triggerguard, barrel breech and forend tip. All screwheads and pins are engraved including the buttplate screws, the smooth steel shotgun buttplate is not engraved. The barrel shows the six-line patent dates on the top flat ahead of breech, presumably to give the engraver more of a blank canvas on the action. The barrel has been nicely reblued long ago with neatly filled holes, one through the patent dates and the other further forward on the octagonal section. There is also a dovetail cut through the barrel address after the "E" in the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address with the first few letters in "Remington" being no longer visible. The color and style of the finish is excellent, the finish is old and passes muster upon first glance. The bottom of the barrel beneath the forearm is marked "T P & B PG ENG". The barrel shows about 90% of this quality blue with areas of thinning and loss taking on a pleasing brown patina. The action shows perhaps 70% original color case-hardened finish which has faded to a pleasing smooth mottled pewter gray. The metal remains smooth and the engraving remains crisp. The rifle features its original factory single set trigger. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and smooth iron tipped forend rate very good appearing to have been very lightly refinished long ago, the surface and color are wonderful and there is an old repaired break through the wrist that is in the checkering, sound and well camouflaged. The fit remains excellent both at the action and at the buttplate and the lower stock screw is a replacement. The interior of the forend is written in large block pencil letters "J. APPEL" indicating that this rifle as once part of the famous Jack Appel Collection which was sold at auction in the 1980's. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight. This rifle is illustrated and described in Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on page 182. Engraved Rolling Blocks are very rare, the opportunity to acquire one is even more rare. A fine and handsome factory engraved Rolling Block rifle. (1D9670-162) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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Superb Remington Hepburn No. 3 Match Grade "A" Rifle

Superb Remington Hepburn No. 3 Match Grade "A" Rifle

Lot # 70 (Sale Order: 70 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #8485, 38-40 B&M, 28" part round part octagon No. 3 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in extremely fine condition. The barrel shows the "REMINGTON ARMS CO." address and retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with a bit of loss near the muzzle where there is a patch of very fine salt & pepper pitting. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardening with all screw slots remaining untouched. The hammer and breechblock show 98% rich original blue finish. The checkered rounded pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate excellent plus with 99% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering and edges. The rifle wears its original Swiss buttplate which is numbered to the gun and retains 99% original nickel finish. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and short range graduated tang mounted peepsight is present. This rifle is illustrated and described on pages 80 and 81 of Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn book. A very handsome Hepburn rifle with lots of condition. (1D9790-80) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #8485, 38-40 B&M, 28" part round part octagon No. 3 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in extremely fine condition. The barrel shows the "RE...moreMINGTON ARMS CO." address and retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with a bit of loss near the muzzle where there is a patch of very fine salt & pepper pitting. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardening with all screw slots remaining untouched. The hammer and breechblock show 98% rich original blue finish. The checkered rounded pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate excellent plus with 99% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering and edges. The rifle wears its original Swiss buttplate which is numbered to the gun and retains 99% original nickel finish. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and short range graduated tang mounted peepsight is present. This rifle is illustrated and described on pages 80 and 81 of Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn book. A very handsome Hepburn rifle with lots of condition. (1D9790-80) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)

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Fine U.S. Special Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by Amoskeag Manufacturing Co.

Fine U.S. Special Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by Amoskeag Manufacturing Co.

Lot # 71 (Sale Order: 71 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore for its age with some scattered areas of minor pitting in the rifling. The metal surfaces of this desirable rifle rate fine with a couple tiny vise ''bite'' marks on the left side of the breech, a few small areas of softened pinprick pitting around the area of percussion, and some faint and unobtrusive staining along the barrel and mountings which is really only noticeable under bright direct light. The lockplate is dated 1863 behind the hammer and marked ''U. (Federal Eagle) S. / AMOSKEAG MFG. CO. / MANCHESTER, N.H.'' with some cleaned faint pitting slightly obscuring the ''CHESTER'' of Manchester, while the small Federal Eagle on the bolster is clear. The buttplate tang is marked ''U (star) S / 7'' while the top of the breech is dated 1863 with the right flat showing ''A.M.C.'' and the left ''W'' along with a very crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof on the left quarter flat. The smooth American black walnut stock rates very good to perhaps very good plus as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago with a nicely-camouflaged small filled repair on the comb ahead of the buttplate tang, to the left of the upper tang, and forward of the lockplate along with a few scattered light handling marks. The left stock flat bears the remnants of an inspector's cartouche, the original sights, sling swivels and cupped tulip-head ramrod are intact, and the action remains robust. A very attractive example of the least common of the Special Model 1861 Contract rifle-muskets produced right here in Manchester. (23A9833-40) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore for its age with some scattered areas of minor pitting in the rifling. The metal surfaces of this desirabl...moree rifle rate fine with a couple tiny vise ''bite'' marks on the left side of the breech, a few small areas of softened pinprick pitting around the area of percussion, and some faint and unobtrusive staining along the barrel and mountings which is really only noticeable under bright direct light. The lockplate is dated 1863 behind the hammer and marked ''U. (Federal Eagle) S. / AMOSKEAG MFG. CO. / MANCHESTER, N.H.'' with some cleaned faint pitting slightly obscuring the ''CHESTER'' of Manchester, while the small Federal Eagle on the bolster is clear. The buttplate tang is marked ''U (star) S / 7'' while the top of the breech is dated 1863 with the right flat showing ''A.M.C.'' and the left ''W'' along with a very crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof on the left quarter flat. The smooth American black walnut stock rates very good to perhaps very good plus as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago with a nicely-camouflaged small filled repair on the comb ahead of the buttplate tang, to the left of the upper tang, and forward of the lockplate along with a few scattered light handling marks. The left stock flat bears the remnants of an inspector's cartouche, the original sights, sling swivels and cupped tulip-head ramrod are intact, and the action remains robust. A very attractive example of the least common of the Special Model 1861 Contract rifle-muskets produced right here in Manchester. (23A9833-40) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

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U.S. Model 1855 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket by Springfield Armory

U.S. Model 1855 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket by Springfield Armory

Lot # 72 (Sale Order: 72 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some very light pitting in the strong rifling. The ''National Armory bright'' metal surfaces rate about very good as lightly cleaned during the period of use with some light pitting on the lockplate and around the area of percussion, softened pinprick pitting on the triggerguard and in the crevices of the bands which also show some light old oxidation, and some scattered areas of faint staining noticeable under bright light. The rear tang of the triggerguard has a few unintelligible symbols scratched into it while the brass forend cap has aged to a mustard patina. The primer door is marked with a Federal Eagle while the lockplate is marked ''1857'' behind the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' ahead of the primer door. The top of the breech displays ''1864'' which is slightly obscured along the bottom from cleaning while the left flat of the barrel is marked ''A (star)'' and the left quarter flat bears a ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof mark. The smooth black walnut stock rates good to perhaps very good as lightly cleaned with a light coat of period added finish along with a 3/4'' chip behind the rear lockplate screw, a lengthy scratch on the right side of the buttstock and on the left stock flat, and the scattered minor handling marks to be expected of an issued Civil War arm. The left stock flat bears the remnants of a few cartouches, the original cupped tulip-head ramrod with swelled shank and the sling swivels are intact, the barrel is sighted with a blade front and Model 1861 rear and the Maynard Tape-Primer mechanism appears to function well mechanically. The action remains very strong and crisp on this very good Model 1855 rifle-musket which is historically significant for being the first U.S. service rifle to fire the Minié ball. (23A9833-47) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some very light pitting in the strong rifling. The ''National Armory bright'' metal surfaces rate about very go...moreod as lightly cleaned during the period of use with some light pitting on the lockplate and around the area of percussion, softened pinprick pitting on the triggerguard and in the crevices of the bands which also show some light old oxidation, and some scattered areas of faint staining noticeable under bright light. The rear tang of the triggerguard has a few unintelligible symbols scratched into it while the brass forend cap has aged to a mustard patina. The primer door is marked with a Federal Eagle while the lockplate is marked ''1857'' behind the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' ahead of the primer door. The top of the breech displays ''1864'' which is slightly obscured along the bottom from cleaning while the left flat of the barrel is marked ''A (star)'' and the left quarter flat bears a ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof mark. The smooth black walnut stock rates good to perhaps very good as lightly cleaned with a light coat of period added finish along with a 3/4'' chip behind the rear lockplate screw, a lengthy scratch on the right side of the buttstock and on the left stock flat, and the scattered minor handling marks to be expected of an issued Civil War arm. The left stock flat bears the remnants of a few cartouches, the original cupped tulip-head ramrod with swelled shank and the sling swivels are intact, the barrel is sighted with a blade front and Model 1861 rear and the Maynard Tape-Primer mechanism appears to function well mechanically. The action remains very strong and crisp on this very good Model 1855 rifle-musket which is historically significant for being the first U.S. service rifle to fire the Minié ball. (23A9833-47) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

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Beautiful U.S. Model 1866 Second Model Allin Conversion Rifle by Springfield Armory

Beautiful U.S. Model 1866 Second Model Allin Conversion Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 73 (Sale Order: 73 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
50-70, 36 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard are finished ''National Armory bright'' and rate very fine with a few scattered tiny areas of pinprick pitting, a few narrow streaks of wear at the muzzle and faint oxidation freckling scattered throughout. The breechblock, hinge and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackening with a little light flaking, slight high edge wear and splashes of old dried preservative. The hammer and lockplate display good amounts of their original case-hardened colors again with spots of old dried preservative and the rear sight retains nearly all its original blue. The breechblock is properly marked ''1866 / (eagle head)'' while the lockplate is dated ''1864'' behind the hammer and is stamped with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The attractive smooth black walnut stock rates very fine with mostly crisp edges around the stock flats, some light handling marks on the left stock flat and a few scattered light dings from the years. The stock features crisp intertwined ''SWP'' and ''ESA'' inspector's cartouches on the left flat and a few inspection initials behind the triggerguard. The rifle includes a period replacement slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank, the original sights and swivels are intact and the action is robust and crisp. The Second Model Allin Conversion is the predecessor of the famous Trapdoor series and this example remains in wonderful condition. (23B9845-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
50-70, 36 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard are finished ''National Armory bright'' and rate very fine with a few scattered ti...moreny areas of pinprick pitting, a few narrow streaks of wear at the muzzle and faint oxidation freckling scattered throughout. The breechblock, hinge and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackening with a little light flaking, slight high edge wear and splashes of old dried preservative. The hammer and lockplate display good amounts of their original case-hardened colors again with spots of old dried preservative and the rear sight retains nearly all its original blue. The breechblock is properly marked ''1866 / (eagle head)'' while the lockplate is dated ''1864'' behind the hammer and is stamped with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The attractive smooth black walnut stock rates very fine with mostly crisp edges around the stock flats, some light handling marks on the left stock flat and a few scattered light dings from the years. The stock features crisp intertwined ''SWP'' and ''ESA'' inspector's cartouches on the left flat and a few inspection initials behind the triggerguard. The rifle includes a period replacement slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank, the original sights and swivels are intact and the action is robust and crisp. The Second Model Allin Conversion is the predecessor of the famous Trapdoor series and this example remains in wonderful condition. (23B9845-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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Excellent U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Excellent U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 74 (Sale Order: 74 of 601)      

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serial #465828, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard retain about 97% original blue with minor silvering around the muzzle, a tiny spot of pinprick pitting behind the rear sight, a couple small abrasions behind the upper band, along with some scattered light handling marks and small spots of loss on the barrel bands toning to gunmetal gray. The buttplate has aged to a mottled gray-brown patina while the breech tang is gray and the 1884-dated breechblock retains 99% original case-hardened colors with a few tiny spots of pinprick pitting. The receiver, lockplate, hammer and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched smoky colors with a few tiny spots of flaking ahead of the hinge, the top of the hammer is thinning to gray and there are a few tiny impact marks on the thumbpiece. The breech of the barrel displays a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head) / P'' proof and the lockplate is properly marked with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The smooth black walnut stock rates very good plus to perhaps fine with a handful of light dings and handling marks, mostly on the left side, the worst of which is a small abrasion on the left side of the buttstock. The left stock flat features a strong ''SWP / 1889'' inspector's cartouche and the circled ''P'' firing proof behind the triggerguard is very crisp. The original sights including the R-marked Model 1884 Buffington rear are intact along with the stacking and sling swivels, a slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank is included and the three-position lock and tumbler are very strong and crisp. This excellent condition Model 1884 Trapdoor rifle is sure to make a welcome addition to the advanced U.S. military arm collection. (23A9833-13) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
serial #465828, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard retain about 97% original blue with minor silvering around t...morehe muzzle, a tiny spot of pinprick pitting behind the rear sight, a couple small abrasions behind the upper band, along with some scattered light handling marks and small spots of loss on the barrel bands toning to gunmetal gray. The buttplate has aged to a mottled gray-brown patina while the breech tang is gray and the 1884-dated breechblock retains 99% original case-hardened colors with a few tiny spots of pinprick pitting. The receiver, lockplate, hammer and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched smoky colors with a few tiny spots of flaking ahead of the hinge, the top of the hammer is thinning to gray and there are a few tiny impact marks on the thumbpiece. The breech of the barrel displays a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head) / P'' proof and the lockplate is properly marked with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The smooth black walnut stock rates very good plus to perhaps fine with a handful of light dings and handling marks, mostly on the left side, the worst of which is a small abrasion on the left side of the buttstock. The left stock flat features a strong ''SWP / 1889'' inspector's cartouche and the circled ''P'' firing proof behind the triggerguard is very crisp. The original sights including the R-marked Model 1884 Buffington rear are intact along with the stacking and sling swivels, a slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank is included and the three-position lock and tumbler are very strong and crisp. This excellent condition Model 1884 Trapdoor rifle is sure to make a welcome addition to the advanced U.S. military arm collection. (23A9833-13) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Extremely Fine Kidder Cased Starr Model 1858 Double Action Percussion Revolver

Extremely Fine Kidder Cased Starr Model 1858 Double Action Percussion Revolver

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serial #8438, .44 caliber, 6" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a rare civilian model Starr bearing no government inspector's initials and shows matching numbers on frame, cylinder and barrel. The condition of the revolver is wonderful with the barrel and frame retaining 90% bright original blue finish overall with loss due only to flaking. The cylinder shows a little more flaking and retains about 60 - 70% original blue. All flaked areas show a lovely smooth brown patina and the face of the recoil shield and the rear face of the cylinder and nipples show lots of original finish and no pitting. If the revolver has been fired it was cleaned immediately after as there is no evidence of any powder corrosion. The hammer and lever show nearly all of their original color case hardened finish, screwheads show bright original blue with clean slots. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with lots of original oil finish remaining and with a one tiny ding or chip in the edge of the butt. The revolver comes in an original Kidder Patent case with brass bound corners and green and black patterned interior. The Kidder markings on the case between base hinges remaining clearly legible "MANUFACTURED / SOLELY BY W. KIDDER." and "PATENT APR. 1854". The condition of the case is very good with lining intact and with the exterior showing 95% original varnish. The case includes a neat bag shaped flask with hunter holding bugle in one hand and rifle in the other standing next to a dog, the original wood handled brass single cavity mould is present along with cap tin and "L" shaped combination tool. Cased civilian Starr revolvers are extremely rare and this is an exceptional example. (1B9857-49) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)
serial #8438, .44 caliber, 6" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a rare civilian model Starr bearing no government inspector's initials and shows matching...more numbers on frame, cylinder and barrel. The condition of the revolver is wonderful with the barrel and frame retaining 90% bright original blue finish overall with loss due only to flaking. The cylinder shows a little more flaking and retains about 60 - 70% original blue. All flaked areas show a lovely smooth brown patina and the face of the recoil shield and the rear face of the cylinder and nipples show lots of original finish and no pitting. If the revolver has been fired it was cleaned immediately after as there is no evidence of any powder corrosion. The hammer and lever show nearly all of their original color case hardened finish, screwheads show bright original blue with clean slots. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with lots of original oil finish remaining and with a one tiny ding or chip in the edge of the butt. The revolver comes in an original Kidder Patent case with brass bound corners and green and black patterned interior. The Kidder markings on the case between base hinges remaining clearly legible "MANUFACTURED / SOLELY BY W. KIDDER." and "PATENT APR. 1854". The condition of the case is very good with lining intact and with the exterior showing 95% original varnish. The case includes a neat bag shaped flask with hunter holding bugle in one hand and rifle in the other standing next to a dog, the original wood handled brass single cavity mould is present along with cap tin and "L" shaped combination tool. Cased civilian Starr revolvers are extremely rare and this is an exceptional example. (1B9857-49) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

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