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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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Interesting Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle

Interesting Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 126 (Sale Order: 126 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #60 / 52, 45 CF, 31 5/8" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few small patches of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle remain mostly bright and in very fine condition showing some scattered remnants of light oxidation staining overall, some very minor mild brown and gray freckling and a very small ding on the triggerguard. The left side receiver and barrel show Birmingham provisional black powder proof marks and a small "60" on the barrel. The receiver ring also shows a faint Remington address and "PATENTED" that remains mostly legible and the rear right edge of the receiver and all of the bolt parts are numbered "52". The bolt head retains lovely case-hardened colors and the extractor shows brilliant fire blue. The bolt knob is finely knurled and the action features internal lockwork with exposed right-side hammer similar to the Ames Model 1842 Navy pistol. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a strong arsenal oil finish and some scattered light dings and dents, mostly along the comb line and right side. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, the original cleaning rod is present and there is no rear sight, the front being a simple blade. The chamber shows a heavy taper, perhaps for 577/450 or a similar cartridge. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer. A very fine rifle for the advanced martial collector, research indicates a Remington design was submitted to the British rifle trials opened on October 22, 1866 but a precise description of the arm remains elusive, whether it was an early Rolling Block design or this bolt action example remains to be discovered. Evidently the arm suffered from accuracy issues and exploded cartridges and appears to have been removed from consideration rather early, indeed all of the submitted arms suffered to some extent and it would not be until 1874 that the Martini-Henry entered service. (13C9857-1) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
serial #60 / 52, 45 CF, 31 5/8" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few small patches of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal...more surfaces of this rifle remain mostly bright and in very fine condition showing some scattered remnants of light oxidation staining overall, some very minor mild brown and gray freckling and a very small ding on the triggerguard. The left side receiver and barrel show Birmingham provisional black powder proof marks and a small "60" on the barrel. The receiver ring also shows a faint Remington address and "PATENTED" that remains mostly legible and the rear right edge of the receiver and all of the bolt parts are numbered "52". The bolt head retains lovely case-hardened colors and the extractor shows brilliant fire blue. The bolt knob is finely knurled and the action features internal lockwork with exposed right-side hammer similar to the Ames Model 1842 Navy pistol. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a strong arsenal oil finish and some scattered light dings and dents, mostly along the comb line and right side. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, the original cleaning rod is present and there is no rear sight, the front being a simple blade. The chamber shows a heavy taper, perhaps for 577/450 or a similar cartridge. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer. A very fine rifle for the advanced martial collector, research indicates a Remington design was submitted to the British rifle trials opened on October 22, 1866 but a precise description of the arm remains elusive, whether it was an early Rolling Block design or this bolt action example remains to be discovered. Evidently the arm suffered from accuracy issues and exploded cartridges and appears to have been removed from consideration rather early, indeed all of the submitted arms suffered to some extent and it would not be until 1874 that the Martini-Henry entered service. (13C9857-1) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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Rare Geiger Patent Single Shot Sporting and Target Rifle

Rare Geiger Patent Single Shot Sporting and Target Rifle

Lot # 127 (Sale Order: 127 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 10,000
44 RF, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely rare and possibly unique rifle built on Leonard Geiger's patent #37,501 of January 27, 1863. The gun is completely unmarked except for a single "J" stamped into the inside of the forend along the barrel channel. The maker is not known; the quality and condition are superb. The rifle features a rolling breechblock and hammer with a large protruding striker on the hammer which fits into an opposing milled slot in the breechblock allowing the tip of the striker to contact the rim of the cartridge when fired. The breechblock locks as the hammer falls, the same as the production Remington Rolling Block rifles. While the striker is quite robust, it is likely the most problematic part of the design. The barrel retains 95% original brown finish overall which has a lovely appearance. The action features an octagon breech and shows 95% original high polish blue finish. The hammer and breechblock pins are mounted in the rounded frame and show concentric rings around each pin on both sides of action. The action retains 95% bright original high polish blue finish overall with just some very light old surface abrasions which do not detract. The fancy finger loop triggerguard houses a single trigger. All screws in the action are polished to follow the contour of the rounded action and their slots remain generally unmaligned. The rifle is fitted with checkered stocks which are of highly figured American black walnut. The toeline is flat which is often seen on percussion rifles, the buttplate is a steel rifle type and the buttstock is checkered to the action. The forend shows a small checkered panel around the retaining screw. Both stocks remain in excellent condition retaining 97% original finish with crisp checkering. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight and the adjustable tang mounted peepsight features turned base which the staff slides into with an adjustment knob ad the top of the turned base. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 12 and 13. It is described as "magnificent" in the description and Marcot estimates it was built in 1864 or 1865. A rare chance for the advanced Remington collector to acquire this important and very fine piece in the evolution of the Rolling Block. (1F9670-124) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5,000/10,000)
44 RF, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely rare and possibly unique rifle built on Leonard Geiger's patent #37,501 of January 27, 1863. ...moreThe gun is completely unmarked except for a single "J" stamped into the inside of the forend along the barrel channel. The maker is not known; the quality and condition are superb. The rifle features a rolling breechblock and hammer with a large protruding striker on the hammer which fits into an opposing milled slot in the breechblock allowing the tip of the striker to contact the rim of the cartridge when fired. The breechblock locks as the hammer falls, the same as the production Remington Rolling Block rifles. While the striker is quite robust, it is likely the most problematic part of the design. The barrel retains 95% original brown finish overall which has a lovely appearance. The action features an octagon breech and shows 95% original high polish blue finish. The hammer and breechblock pins are mounted in the rounded frame and show concentric rings around each pin on both sides of action. The action retains 95% bright original high polish blue finish overall with just some very light old surface abrasions which do not detract. The fancy finger loop triggerguard houses a single trigger. All screws in the action are polished to follow the contour of the rounded action and their slots remain generally unmaligned. The rifle is fitted with checkered stocks which are of highly figured American black walnut. The toeline is flat which is often seen on percussion rifles, the buttplate is a steel rifle type and the buttstock is checkered to the action. The forend shows a small checkered panel around the retaining screw. Both stocks remain in excellent condition retaining 97% original finish with crisp checkering. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight and the adjustable tang mounted peepsight features turned base which the staff slides into with an adjustment knob ad the top of the turned base. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 12 and 13. It is described as "magnificent" in the description and Marcot estimates it was built in 1864 or 1865. A rare chance for the advanced Remington collector to acquire this important and very fine piece in the evolution of the Rolling Block. (1F9670-124) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5,000/10,000)

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Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot # 128 (Sale Order: 128 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
45 CF, 31 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some faint frosting in the grooves with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle remain in-the-white having mostly toned to a pleasant pewter patina showing some sparsely scattered remnants of light oxidation staining and mild gray-brown freckling. The bolt body shows a strong fire blue finish with some remnants of black enamel and the arm appears to be unmarked. The bolt is rather Dreyse-like with a short throw and features an action cover plate, single large forward locking lug, finely knurled bolt knob, cock-on-close striker action and rear-mounted sliding safety. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings, a couple shallow small flakes missing near the rear swivel hardware and some other minor handling marks. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "351". The rifle is equipped with U-marked barrel bands, sling swivels and a Trapdoor 1873-style rear sight and small blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting experimental rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9857-2) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
45 CF, 31 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some faint frosting in the grooves with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle remain...more in-the-white having mostly toned to a pleasant pewter patina showing some sparsely scattered remnants of light oxidation staining and mild gray-brown freckling. The bolt body shows a strong fire blue finish with some remnants of black enamel and the arm appears to be unmarked. The bolt is rather Dreyse-like with a short throw and features an action cover plate, single large forward locking lug, finely knurled bolt knob, cock-on-close striker action and rear-mounted sliding safety. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings, a couple shallow small flakes missing near the rear swivel hardware and some other minor handling marks. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "351". The rifle is equipped with U-marked barrel bands, sling swivels and a Trapdoor 1873-style rear sight and small blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting experimental rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9857-2) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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Excellent Remington Rolling Block 1879 Trials Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Excellent Remington Rolling Block 1879 Trials Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot # 129 (Sale Order: 129 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 5,000
43 Spanish, 35" barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to some streaking toning to gray patina ahead of the three barrel bands likely due to removal, a few errant freckles and minor handling marks. The U-marked barrel bands retain a similar amount of original bright blue with some mild high edge wear and handling marks. The action retains about 98% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing a hint of faint thinning along the bow of the triggerguard and perhaps a couple errant mild freckles. The rear sling swivel hardware, nosecap also retain most of their lovely colors showing some wear at the heel of the buttplate. The rear sight slider spring, action pins and pin retainer plate retain 97% brilliant fire blue, the retainer plate is rather unusual being of straight design, split down the center and does not expose the left sides of the pins. The hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing some remnants of old oxidation staining and mild gray freckling while the E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates along the upper tang are mostly crisp having been poorly-struck by the factory. The smooth walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition retaining almost all of their arsenal oil finish and showing a few sparsely scattered light dings, handling marks and a small spot of finish loss along the toe line where it appears a sticker once was. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "61". The original cleaning rod, sights and sling swivels are intact, the barrel is equipped with the right-side saber bayonet lug and the action functions crisply. A beautiful Rolling Block rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13D9670-22) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/5000)
43 Spanish, 35" barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to som...moree streaking toning to gray patina ahead of the three barrel bands likely due to removal, a few errant freckles and minor handling marks. The U-marked barrel bands retain a similar amount of original bright blue with some mild high edge wear and handling marks. The action retains about 98% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing a hint of faint thinning along the bow of the triggerguard and perhaps a couple errant mild freckles. The rear sling swivel hardware, nosecap also retain most of their lovely colors showing some wear at the heel of the buttplate. The rear sight slider spring, action pins and pin retainer plate retain 97% brilliant fire blue, the retainer plate is rather unusual being of straight design, split down the center and does not expose the left sides of the pins. The hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing some remnants of old oxidation staining and mild gray freckling while the E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates along the upper tang are mostly crisp having been poorly-struck by the factory. The smooth walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition retaining almost all of their arsenal oil finish and showing a few sparsely scattered light dings, handling marks and a small spot of finish loss along the toe line where it appears a sticker once was. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "61". The original cleaning rod, sights and sling swivels are intact, the barrel is equipped with the right-side saber bayonet lug and the action functions crisply. A beautiful Rolling Block rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13D9670-22) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/5000)

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Exquisite Exhibition-Grade Pair of J Adam Kuchenreuter Percussion Pocket Pistols

Exquisite Exhibition-Grade Pair of J Adam Kuchenreuter Percussion Pocket Pistols

Lot # 130 (Sale Order: 130 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 25,000High Estimate: 35,000
.36 cal, 3'' octagon barrels showing very good bores. This astonishing set of pistols showcases the exceptionally exquisite work that Kuchenreuter was known for. Obviously made for some person of import, or more likely for an exhibition, the pistols are cased en suite in a French fitted burl faced presentation case with a complete complement of accessories and tools. The metal treatment on the arms is indeed artistry in metal. Nearly every iron and steel surface shows exquisite chiseled open flowing scroll inlays in silver and gold with the finest satin finish damascus pattern visible beneath on the barrels. The largest open flowing scroll inlays with scallop shell and floral motifs are of silver, with smaller inter-mingled gold inlays of simple scroll with scalloped floral and dot decorations. Each pistol is fitted with a diminutive simple blade front sight drift-adjustable in a tiny dovetail, with a tiny v-notch elevation-adjustable rear sight and each features the makers name inlaid in gold across the top flat ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'', each numbered in turn to the front of the sight blade ''1'' and ''2''. The balance of the iron surfaces are identical with the steel beneath a pewtery gunmetal finish, the hammers showing a tiny bit of light oxidation staining from the years. The lockplates are neatly rebated at their rear edges and each features a pivoting weighted hammer rest safety catch. The arms are stocked in a lovely grade of French walnut which is overall carved with flowing relief scroll with the finest background stippled shading. The grooved butts flare very slightly and are capped with lovely flat blued steel scalloped-edge plates with light gold and silver inlay, each with a very handsome chiseled silver relief cap of a male African lion, fine silver wire inlay gracing the front and rear of each grip with an unengraved squarish silver monogram plate atop each wrist. The stock flats of each pistol exhibit some light handling marks and flaking varnish but each rate very fine to excellent over all, with a tiny drying crack evident in the thin wood beneath the flared bolster area. Each pistol is equipped with a single set trigger and the locks function properly mechanically. Inside the case we find patch cutter, original bullet mould, nipple spanner, turnscrew, mainspring vise, a very neat key for adjusting the rear sight elevation, loading rod, nickel silver cleaning rod with a mallet-style head of horn, powder measure and a breech wrench, all our bright-polished, the turnscrew and nipple spanner with burl handles and nickel silver inlays. There are two nickel silver patch or cap containers and a lovely ribbed powder flask of bone with nickel silver top and bottom, its stopper has gone missing but would certainly be easy for a craftsman to fashion. The turn screws, mainspring vice and sight adjustment tool all feature the same geometric pierced cross-fleury / cross bottony quadrefoil decoration. The interior of the case is a deep forest green baize with burgundy outlining and features an impressed gold makers mark on the interior lid ''Johan Adam/Kuchenreuter/in/Regensburg''. The case proper is hardwood with an exterior walnut burl veneer applied with a small brass geometric inlay in the lid, it rates excellent, the lid slightly warped. It is clear that no expense nor effort of workmanship was spared in the construction of these arms and their accessories, it was doubtless a showpiece either in Kuchenreuter's shop proper or in some European exhibition. Kuchenreuter is known for constructing the highest-quality arms seen in the period, this pair is no exception and is worthy of the finest collection of ornate or high-quality European pistols. (3F9670-493) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (25,000/35,000)
.36 cal, 3'' octagon barrels showing very good bores. This astonishing set of pistols showcases the exceptionally exquisite work that Kuchenreuter was known for. Obviousl...morey made for some person of import, or more likely for an exhibition, the pistols are cased en suite in a French fitted burl faced presentation case with a complete complement of accessories and tools. The metal treatment on the arms is indeed artistry in metal. Nearly every iron and steel surface shows exquisite chiseled open flowing scroll inlays in silver and gold with the finest satin finish damascus pattern visible beneath on the barrels. The largest open flowing scroll inlays with scallop shell and floral motifs are of silver, with smaller inter-mingled gold inlays of simple scroll with scalloped floral and dot decorations. Each pistol is fitted with a diminutive simple blade front sight drift-adjustable in a tiny dovetail, with a tiny v-notch elevation-adjustable rear sight and each features the makers name inlaid in gold across the top flat ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'', each numbered in turn to the front of the sight blade ''1'' and ''2''. The balance of the iron surfaces are identical with the steel beneath a pewtery gunmetal finish, the hammers showing a tiny bit of light oxidation staining from the years. The lockplates are neatly rebated at their rear edges and each features a pivoting weighted hammer rest safety catch. The arms are stocked in a lovely grade of French walnut which is overall carved with flowing relief scroll with the finest background stippled shading. The grooved butts flare very slightly and are capped with lovely flat blued steel scalloped-edge plates with light gold and silver inlay, each with a very handsome chiseled silver relief cap of a male African lion, fine silver wire inlay gracing the front and rear of each grip with an unengraved squarish silver monogram plate atop each wrist. The stock flats of each pistol exhibit some light handling marks and flaking varnish but each rate very fine to excellent over all, with a tiny drying crack evident in the thin wood beneath the flared bolster area. Each pistol is equipped with a single set trigger and the locks function properly mechanically. Inside the case we find patch cutter, original bullet mould, nipple spanner, turnscrew, mainspring vise, a very neat key for adjusting the rear sight elevation, loading rod, nickel silver cleaning rod with a mallet-style head of horn, powder measure and a breech wrench, all our bright-polished, the turnscrew and nipple spanner with burl handles and nickel silver inlays. There are two nickel silver patch or cap containers and a lovely ribbed powder flask of bone with nickel silver top and bottom, its stopper has gone missing but would certainly be easy for a craftsman to fashion. The turn screws, mainspring vice and sight adjustment tool all feature the same geometric pierced cross-fleury / cross bottony quadrefoil decoration. The interior of the case is a deep forest green baize with burgundy outlining and features an impressed gold makers mark on the interior lid ''Johan Adam/Kuchenreuter/in/Regensburg''. The case proper is hardwood with an exterior walnut burl veneer applied with a small brass geometric inlay in the lid, it rates excellent, the lid slightly warped. It is clear that no expense nor effort of workmanship was spared in the construction of these arms and their accessories, it was doubtless a showpiece either in Kuchenreuter's shop proper or in some European exhibition. Kuchenreuter is known for constructing the highest-quality arms seen in the period, this pair is no exception and is worthy of the finest collection of ornate or high-quality European pistols. (3F9670-493) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (25,000/35,000)

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Rare Edwin Wesson Two-Barrel Percussion Pocket Rifle

Rare Edwin Wesson Two-Barrel Percussion Pocket Rifle

Lot # 131 (Sale Order: 131 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000

Description Update 11/09/2020: Wesson's ledgers show that this arm was shipped to John L. Brown of Boston, MA with a muzzle number of "129" and notated as a "C.S. Pistol" (cast steel). Made between March 13, 1843 and June 2, 1843

serial #175, .34 caliber, 12 3/4" barrel with an excellent bright bore. This is the earliest style of the Wesson pocket rifles which featured back action locks and bag shaped grip. The detachable shoulder stock has a patchbox and fits snugly through the gripframe. The top of the barrel is marked "E. WESSON. / NORTHBORO. / MASS" with eagle to left of the mark and "CAST-STEEL / 175" to the right of the mark. The lock shows typical mid 19th century American scroll as does the backstrap, barrel tang and breech. The triggerguard and bottom of the butt are also lightly engraved. The pistol is built on Wesson's typical takedown action with barrel affixed by a hooked lug into the tang and held in place by a single screw or bolt through the bottom of frame and into the barrel breech. Clark's patent false muzzles were used by Wesson, this one is no exception but the false muzzle is actually octagonal with just the last 3/16" turned round to facilitate the included brass starter. The false muzzle is Clark marked and is held in place by spring steel extensions which lock into corresponding notches in the sides of the barrel, the right side fastener is no longer present, the left is fully intact. The condition of the rifle is very nice with barrel retaining 75% original brown finish which is thinning evenly and surfaces remain smooth and completely free of pitting. The lock shows a perfectly smooth surface and shows a pleasing blend of faded color case-hardened finish and a gray patina. The grip frame is a mellow gray patina with traces of original finish in protected areas. The stock is German silver mounted with simply shaped patchbox with tasteful border engraving, it is held closed by a spring loaded clasp which locks into the rear of the lid. The buttplate is very typical Wesson being engraved on tang which is faceted with fancy wedding band where it meets the wood. The locking mechanism is well designed and robust with a 5/16" x 5/8" rectangular lug which fits into both iron gripstraps and locks with a spring-loaded tab which protrudes slightly from the forestrap. The condition of the stock is excellent with over 90% original finish remaining and with a very nice surface. The rifle is sighted with a fine stud front mounted in dovetail and a tang mounted lollipop rear. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight. The rifle comes with a second 31" octagon barrel in .41 caliber which is later but definitely period, mid 19th century, it is marked on its top flat simply "PHILADELPHIA". The quality of the barrel is excellent, it looks like something Krider could have made and perhaps he did. This barrel retains 98% original brown finish, the bolster is carefully shaped to match the original and the bore is excellent. The second barrel also has a false muzzle which is the normal round shape and a second starter comes with the barrel. This barrel is sighted with a rear mounted open barrel sight (missing elevator) and a fine blade front with neat removable hood. Edwin Wesson was the second of ten children born to Rufus Wesson and Betsey Baird. Rufus Wesson built agricultural plows and was never involved in the manufacture of firearms but three of his children went on to successful careers as gunmakers. Edwin was the oldest of the gunmaking Wessons followed by Daniel Baird of Smith & Wesson fame, and finally Frank Wesson who was a prolific maker of rifles, pistols and pocket rifles. Wesson pocket rifles are quite rare and this example is very fine and suitable for any collection of antique American arms. (1E9670-454) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Buggy Rifle

William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Buggy Rifle

Lot # 132 (Sale Order: 132 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000

.36 caliber, 12" octagon barrel turned at muzzle for starter with a bright excellent bore. This little buggy rifle is completely unmarked but is unmistakably the work of William Billinghurst of Rochester, New York. The rifle is equipped with a full length target scope that is also the work of Billinghurst and it comes with its original skeleton wooden stock. This stock is not merely friction fit like many, there is a retaining screw which enters through the butt and is secured in a hollowed area on the tip of the stock. The gun was built without a triggerguard and the hammer engages directly with the trigger, externally. The condition of the rifle is nice with the barrel showing a lovely even gray brown overall with silvering on the high edges and no additional holes or other alterations of any kind. The scope is very similar in appearance to the barrel and shows slightly cloudy optics with intact reticle. The long extended barrel tang/frame shows a good deal of original color case hardened finish which has softened only slightly. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 95% plus original finish remaining and with normal light handling marks from the years. The skeleton stock is in much the same condition as the grip with wear only showing on the tapered insert. The stock socked is lined with its original nickel silver sleeve. The scope is mounted in mounts which fit within the front dovetail and adjustable mount at very rear of frame. The top of the barrel ahead of front dovetail shows adjustment marks for when a front sight is mounted in the dovetail. This particular Buggy Rifle is pictured in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 226. The gun is shown without a starter or ramrod, both are present now, the ramrod appearing to be a period Hickory ramrod shortened to fit to this gun, the starter appears to be original to the gun. Billinghurst buggy rifles are desirable, handsome, interesting and as American as apple pie. (1B9670-490) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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American Percussion Buggy Rifle Attributed to Hitchcock & Muzzy of Worcester

American Percussion Buggy Rifle Attributed to Hitchcock & Muzzy of Worcester

Lot # 133 (Sale Order: 133 of 601)      

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

.32 caliber, 17" octagon barrel turned at muzzle for starter and showing a bright excellent bore. This rifle is completely unmarked but is attributed to Hitchcock and Muzzy by Mr. Squier citing a nearly identical gun which was sold at auction in 1990. The shape of frame and the grip panels is distinctive as are the turned rings at breech of frame where it meets the barrel. There is a clean out screw in the bolster which is removable with a wrench. The top of the frame is drilled for a lollipop style sight however it is not threaded and instead has a lateral threaded hole which would house the adjustment screw. The rifle is equipped with a globe front, no rear seat and the adjustable frame mounted peepsight is present, the retaining screw however is missing. A talented gunsmith could easily fashion a retaining screw using distinctive frame screws as a template. The hammer shows simple folky scroll with the balance of the gun unembellished. The condition is very fine with the barrel retaining lots of its original brown finish just silvering a little on the high edges. The brass frame is nickel plated and retains 97% of that finish with the only noticeable loss being in one small area directly adjacent to the nipple. The hammer is a pleasing mix of gray patina and faded color case-hardening. The burl walnut grips show lovely figure and are each stamped on the interior surface with die stamped letters "AJG". This same marking is also found in the end grain of buttstock beneath the buttplate. The grips rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining. The detachable stock is mounted similar to Wesson and Stevens stocks with a full dovetail mortised through the butt with corresponding lug or tenon on the stock which fits beautifully. The stock is very stable when mounted. The buttstock is of walnut and rates just a nicely as the balance of the gun with 95% original finish remaining. The buttplate appears to be silverplated and retains 99% of that finish. The rifle comes in a period mahogany case which is lined in green baize and rates about excellent with the monogram plate missing from outer lid. American percussion buggy or pocket rifles are quite rare and this is a lovely example showing excellent craftsmanship and condition. (1C9670-491) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

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Dainty William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Pill Lock Ladies Target Rifle

Dainty William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Pill Lock Ladies Target Rifle

Lot # 134 (Sale Order: 134 of 601)      

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.25 caliber, 21" octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This little rifle follows the pattern of Billinghurst larger underhammer target rifles but is more diminutive and very slender through the wrist. The frame and barrel breech are engraved in tasteful scroll and the rifle is a takedown with tapered lateral pin passing though frame and breech extension. The barrel is an overall even rich brown patina and is marked on top flat "W. BILLINGHURST / ROCHESTER, N.Y.". There is a vacant rear sight dovetail on the barrel 7" from breech. The frame and barrel breech show a silver gray patina overall being quite smooth and with engraving remaining sharp. The hammer seems to over rotate when cocked and stays in the full rear position, this seemed like a malfunction at first but upon closer review, this was likely made this way to accommodate priming the gun with a pill. The action needs slight adjustment as when on full cock the hammer needs some encouragement to fall. The stock is of nicely figured American black walnut and rates excellent with lovely slender wrist and 95% nicely applied old restored finish. With the beauty of the slender wrist comes the risk of breakage and this little rifle shows a repaired break at the rear of the tangs. It is sound and well-repaired but still visible as a black line. The gun is equipped with a steel rifle buttplate which is engraved on the tang. The rifle is equipped with a full length telescopic sight that matches the barrel nicely in color and condition and is in all likelihood an original Billinghurst scope. The scope mounts in the front sight dovetail and the adjustable rear mount fits in the lollipop style tang hole. The optics are dark but a tapered post reticle is visible. This rifle is illustrated in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 234. A lovely little Billinghurst rifle. (1D9670-161) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)
.25 caliber, 21" octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This little rifle follows the pattern of Billinghurst larger underhammer target rifles but is more diminutiv...moree and very slender through the wrist. The frame and barrel breech are engraved in tasteful scroll and the rifle is a takedown with tapered lateral pin passing though frame and breech extension. The barrel is an overall even rich brown patina and is marked on top flat "W. BILLINGHURST / ROCHESTER, N.Y.". There is a vacant rear sight dovetail on the barrel 7" from breech. The frame and barrel breech show a silver gray patina overall being quite smooth and with engraving remaining sharp. The hammer seems to over rotate when cocked and stays in the full rear position, this seemed like a malfunction at first but upon closer review, this was likely made this way to accommodate priming the gun with a pill. The action needs slight adjustment as when on full cock the hammer needs some encouragement to fall. The stock is of nicely figured American black walnut and rates excellent with lovely slender wrist and 95% nicely applied old restored finish. With the beauty of the slender wrist comes the risk of breakage and this little rifle shows a repaired break at the rear of the tangs. It is sound and well-repaired but still visible as a black line. The gun is equipped with a steel rifle buttplate which is engraved on the tang. The rifle is equipped with a full length telescopic sight that matches the barrel nicely in color and condition and is in all likelihood an original Billinghurst scope. The scope mounts in the front sight dovetail and the adjustable rear mount fits in the lollipop style tang hole. The optics are dark but a tapered post reticle is visible. This rifle is illustrated in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 234. A lovely little Billinghurst rifle. (1D9670-161) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)

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Rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 Long Range Creedmoor "B" Grade Rifle

Rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 Long Range Creedmoor "B" Grade Rifle

Lot # 135 (Sale Order: 135 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
serial #2137, 44 2 4/10", 34" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine rifle which features all matching numbers on tang, barrel, end grain of forend and end grain of buttstock. The rifle features a checkered shotgun buttplate and a horn forend tip and conforms to Creedmoor rules with a single trigger and weighing in just under 10 lbs. with only one sight leaf mounted. The top of the barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, N.Y." address on the octagonal section and remains in excellent condition retaining 97% original blue finish overall. The action shows about 90 - 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened over time to a smooth pewter with color visible throughout. There is some scattered light oxidation staining in some areas which is minor and unobtrusive. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend are of English walnut and rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining and perhaps a light coat of added oil. There are the typical light handling marks as well as three round impressions, each 1/2" in diameter or less, all in a row on the left side of the butt. The hammer and breechblock show 90% plus original blue finish. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and there is a long range tang mounted peep as well as a long range heel mounted peep. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 176 & 177. Rowe discusses the chambering and that very few long range Hepburns are found marked "2 4/10" and that it is believed that this is the same as the Sharps 45 2 4/10 cartridge which is a 45-90. A 45-90 will chamber in this rifle that is factory marked "44 2 4/10" on the bottom of the barrel. Long Range Hepburn rifles are not often seen on the market, Rowe estimates that only 50 or 75 were likely ever built. A fine opportunity for the Remington Collector to acquire a very fine example of these rare rifles. (1E9670-19) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)
serial #2137, 44 2 4/10", 34" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine rifle which features all matching numbers on tang, barre...morel, end grain of forend and end grain of buttstock. The rifle features a checkered shotgun buttplate and a horn forend tip and conforms to Creedmoor rules with a single trigger and weighing in just under 10 lbs. with only one sight leaf mounted. The top of the barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, N.Y." address on the octagonal section and remains in excellent condition retaining 97% original blue finish overall. The action shows about 90 - 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened over time to a smooth pewter with color visible throughout. There is some scattered light oxidation staining in some areas which is minor and unobtrusive. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend are of English walnut and rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining and perhaps a light coat of added oil. There are the typical light handling marks as well as three round impressions, each 1/2" in diameter or less, all in a row on the left side of the butt. The hammer and breechblock show 90% plus original blue finish. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and there is a long range tang mounted peep as well as a long range heel mounted peep. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 176 & 177. Rowe discusses the chambering and that very few long range Hepburns are found marked "2 4/10" and that it is believed that this is the same as the Sharps 45 2 4/10 cartridge which is a 45-90. A 45-90 will chamber in this rifle that is factory marked "44 2 4/10" on the bottom of the barrel. Long Range Hepburn rifles are not often seen on the market, Rowe estimates that only 50 or 75 were likely ever built. A fine opportunity for the Remington Collector to acquire a very fine example of these rare rifles. (1E9670-19) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

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Large Bore Philadelphia Percussion Double Shotgun by Peterman

Large Bore Philadelphia Percussion Double Shotgun by Peterman

Lot # 136 (Sale Order: 136 of 601)      

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8 ga., 29 1/2'' barrels with lightly oxidized or pitted bores, a few spots which are a bit more moderate. The barrels are a silvery gunmetal patina showing some remnants of a nice chain damascus pattern in the un-faded areas, with some spots of light oxidation staining and a bit of pitting on the left tube about halfway down its length. The rib is marked ''Peterman Philada'' and there is a bit of open scroll on the rib extension between the breeches. The lockplates and the hammers are a silvery gunmetal patina with banknote filigree bordering the plates, and light sprays of open scroll, with a game dog left and right on each, and game birds at the rear of each. The hammers have nice quality tight scroll up their flats with a bit of geometric engraving on the beveled edge. The balance of the iron hardware is a pewter gray patina and shows somewhat muting, nice quality engraving with scroll and a geometric motifs, the front extension lightly chiseled. The American walnut stock rates about very good with some nice grain figure in the butt and coarse checkering at both wrist and forearm, worn primarily smooth from the years. There is a repaired crack through the wrist area that it seems tight and will not flex. There are a few minor chips or slivers missing along the edge of the forend and a small crack ahead of the right stock flat which is unobtrusive. The locks seem to function well mechanically, however the hammers are no longer in time, the right sitting a bit far forward. What is likely the original ramrod is included. Both Lewis and Abraham Peterman were active in Philadelphia around 1847, Abraham later active as Peterman & Son; the two could certainly be related. The arm exhibits quality construction and the underside of the barrels are Belgian proofed. Weighing in at 16 pounds, this Philadelphia fowler looks like it certainly spent some time on Delaware Bay. (3B9721-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
8 ga., 29 1/2'' barrels with lightly oxidized or pitted bores, a few spots which are a bit more moderate. The barrels are a silvery gunmetal patina showing some remnants ...moreof a nice chain damascus pattern in the un-faded areas, with some spots of light oxidation staining and a bit of pitting on the left tube about halfway down its length. The rib is marked ''Peterman Philada'' and there is a bit of open scroll on the rib extension between the breeches. The lockplates and the hammers are a silvery gunmetal patina with banknote filigree bordering the plates, and light sprays of open scroll, with a game dog left and right on each, and game birds at the rear of each. The hammers have nice quality tight scroll up their flats with a bit of geometric engraving on the beveled edge. The balance of the iron hardware is a pewter gray patina and shows somewhat muting, nice quality engraving with scroll and a geometric motifs, the front extension lightly chiseled. The American walnut stock rates about very good with some nice grain figure in the butt and coarse checkering at both wrist and forearm, worn primarily smooth from the years. There is a repaired crack through the wrist area that it seems tight and will not flex. There are a few minor chips or slivers missing along the edge of the forend and a small crack ahead of the right stock flat which is unobtrusive. The locks seem to function well mechanically, however the hammers are no longer in time, the right sitting a bit far forward. What is likely the original ramrod is included. Both Lewis and Abraham Peterman were active in Philadelphia around 1847, Abraham later active as Peterman & Son; the two could certainly be related. The arm exhibits quality construction and the underside of the barrels are Belgian proofed. Weighing in at 16 pounds, this Philadelphia fowler looks like it certainly spent some time on Delaware Bay. (3B9721-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Exceptional Philadelphia Large 8 Bore Percussion Double Fowler by Krider

Exceptional Philadelphia Large 8 Bore Percussion Double Fowler by Krider

Lot # 137 (Sale Order: 137 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
8 ga., 40'' barrels showing only lightly oxidized bores. This is a really exceptional very large American fowler in an uncommonly wonderful state of condition. The barrels show virtually all of their lovely two tone brown damascus twist pattern their full lengths with a bit of oxidation and some very sparse, very light pitting left and right of muzzles, the balance very lovely and appearing very strong as the day they left Krider, with perhaps the sparsely scattered interspersed spot of light oxidation here or there. The breeches show some very nice smoky blue-gray color case-hardening with a small spray of open scroll on the rib extension between, the barrels exhibit British proofs on the underside as-was common on the American market in these days, Joseph Krider of Philadelphia and William Read in Boston both buying barrels in England. The lockplates and hammers show virtually all of their original vibrant color case-hardening, with very basic borderline filigree engraving, each lockplate maker marked ''Krider''. The long tang as well shows the same borderline engraving with a small swirl of scroll on the flat which matches the rib extension. The balance of the iron hardware is lovely as well with the lightly chiseled tailpipe a smooth pewter gray patina, the triggerguards front extension engraved and chiseled in a pineapple finial with a small floral decoration, showing case colors at its root with strong case colors on the bow of the triggerguard, muting somewhat on the long tang. The American walnut stock rates excellent with a few minor handling marks here or there but with extremely crisp edges and very nice checkering. There is a tiny chip and a very tiny sliver missing along the right edge of the forend and a very small crack to the rear of the tailpipe but all are unobtrusive and missed at first glance. The smooth steel buttplate shows some fading color case-hardening and is primarily a pleasing smooth pewter patina with a few spots of light oxidation here and there, it gives a 13 7/8'' length of pull to the front trigger. There is an oval monogram plate affixed atop the wrist which is un-engraved and the locks are in time and function well mechanically. The arms original ramrod is included with a flared brass end and opposite a screw-off cover with wad pull beneath. No doubt once destined for Delaware Bay, these big bore arms saw so much heavy use on water fowl they are very rarely encountered in such very fine states of condition, this is a wonderful big bore Philadelphia fowler with an overall length of 56 1/2'' and weighing in at just a smidge under 12 3/4 pounds. Really an absolutely fabulous big bore Philadelphia fowler, never seen in such a very wonderful state of condition, suitable for the finest collection of antique American arms. (3D9908-1) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
8 ga., 40'' barrels showing only lightly oxidized bores. This is a really exceptional very large American fowler in an uncommonly wonderful state of condition. The barrel...mores show virtually all of their lovely two tone brown damascus twist pattern their full lengths with a bit of oxidation and some very sparse, very light pitting left and right of muzzles, the balance very lovely and appearing very strong as the day they left Krider, with perhaps the sparsely scattered interspersed spot of light oxidation here or there. The breeches show some very nice smoky blue-gray color case-hardening with a small spray of open scroll on the rib extension between, the barrels exhibit British proofs on the underside as-was common on the American market in these days, Joseph Krider of Philadelphia and William Read in Boston both buying barrels in England. The lockplates and hammers show virtually all of their original vibrant color case-hardening, with very basic borderline filigree engraving, each lockplate maker marked ''Krider''. The long tang as well shows the same borderline engraving with a small swirl of scroll on the flat which matches the rib extension. The balance of the iron hardware is lovely as well with the lightly chiseled tailpipe a smooth pewter gray patina, the triggerguards front extension engraved and chiseled in a pineapple finial with a small floral decoration, showing case colors at its root with strong case colors on the bow of the triggerguard, muting somewhat on the long tang. The American walnut stock rates excellent with a few minor handling marks here or there but with extremely crisp edges and very nice checkering. There is a tiny chip and a very tiny sliver missing along the right edge of the forend and a very small crack to the rear of the tailpipe but all are unobtrusive and missed at first glance. The smooth steel buttplate shows some fading color case-hardening and is primarily a pleasing smooth pewter patina with a few spots of light oxidation here and there, it gives a 13 7/8'' length of pull to the front trigger. There is an oval monogram plate affixed atop the wrist which is un-engraved and the locks are in time and function well mechanically. The arms original ramrod is included with a flared brass end and opposite a screw-off cover with wad pull beneath. No doubt once destined for Delaware Bay, these big bore arms saw so much heavy use on water fowl they are very rarely encountered in such very fine states of condition, this is a wonderful big bore Philadelphia fowler with an overall length of 56 1/2'' and weighing in at just a smidge under 12 3/4 pounds. Really an absolutely fabulous big bore Philadelphia fowler, never seen in such a very wonderful state of condition, suitable for the finest collection of antique American arms. (3D9908-1) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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Monstrous Holland & Holland Climax Hammerless 4 Bore Under Lever Fowler

Monstrous Holland & Holland Climax Hammerless 4 Bore Under Lever Fowler

Lot # 138 (Sale Order: 138 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #6461, 4 ga., 42 1/4'' plain barrel with a very good to fine bore which is mostly bright and shows some sparsely scattered light oxidation and remnants of light pitting, one spot perhaps a bit more moderate, but the walls incredibly thick. The barrel shows a fading brown and gray damascus pattern for most of its length with a few areas lost to fading and a bit of plum brown patina, showing a few lightly scattered specks of oxidation sprinkled about the surface but with the Holland & Holland New Bond Street marking fully visible atop the barrel. The rear of the barrel shows a short raised Rigby-style rib but with a nice flip-up leaf sight installed, with heavy side bolsters and a bit of very light engraving at the breech proper. The sight flips up with a single platinum index and line and is marked ''100''. The heavy frame shows speckled silvery remnants of case-hardening intermingling with some pewter gray gunmetal, the left side flat actually showing some smoky color case-hardening. The frame and Jones under lever show very light borderline engraving with a bit of scroll on the knob of the lever itself, the left of the frame marked ''Climax Hammerless Patent''. The right side of lockplate shows the same simple engraving with ''Holland & Holland'' in riband, it is now a deep blue-gray patina. The checkered English walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates very good showing an overall refinish some years ago, reacquiring some light dings and handling marks. The checkering was neatly chased but the metal is proud over all, the lockplate quite a bit actually. There has been a 1'' ventilated recoil pad fitted for a 12 1/2'' length of pull, which would normally seem inordinately short but on an arm of this size it actually helps to balance the muzzle. The forend rates very good-fine, also as refinished, with neatly chased checkering, showing a few dings or dents within, with its schnabel-like horn forend tip re-attached, showing some remnants of a glue joint. Additionally two areas on the interior of the forend left and right have been very neatly relieved and filled with lead, hefting the buttstock it to clearly has lead within, likely beneath the recoil pad. The arm locks up tightly on-face and seems to function well mechanically and purportedly was designed for 4'' brass shells. Overall length is 58 1/4 inches weighing in at a mere 15 3/4 pounds. Included with the arm is one Gevelot Paris-marked 4 bore virgin paper hull. (3C9795-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #6461, 4 ga., 42 1/4'' plain barrel with a very good to fine bore which is mostly bright and shows some sparsely scattered light oxidation and remnants of light pi...moretting, one spot perhaps a bit more moderate, but the walls incredibly thick. The barrel shows a fading brown and gray damascus pattern for most of its length with a few areas lost to fading and a bit of plum brown patina, showing a few lightly scattered specks of oxidation sprinkled about the surface but with the Holland & Holland New Bond Street marking fully visible atop the barrel. The rear of the barrel shows a short raised Rigby-style rib but with a nice flip-up leaf sight installed, with heavy side bolsters and a bit of very light engraving at the breech proper. The sight flips up with a single platinum index and line and is marked ''100''. The heavy frame shows speckled silvery remnants of case-hardening intermingling with some pewter gray gunmetal, the left side flat actually showing some smoky color case-hardening. The frame and Jones under lever show very light borderline engraving with a bit of scroll on the knob of the lever itself, the left of the frame marked ''Climax Hammerless Patent''. The right side of lockplate shows the same simple engraving with ''Holland & Holland'' in riband, it is now a deep blue-gray patina. The checkered English walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates very good showing an overall refinish some years ago, reacquiring some light dings and handling marks. The checkering was neatly chased but the metal is proud over all, the lockplate quite a bit actually. There has been a 1'' ventilated recoil pad fitted for a 12 1/2'' length of pull, which would normally seem inordinately short but on an arm of this size it actually helps to balance the muzzle. The forend rates very good-fine, also as refinished, with neatly chased checkering, showing a few dings or dents within, with its schnabel-like horn forend tip re-attached, showing some remnants of a glue joint. Additionally two areas on the interior of the forend left and right have been very neatly relieved and filled with lead, hefting the buttstock it to clearly has lead within, likely beneath the recoil pad. The arm locks up tightly on-face and seems to function well mechanically and purportedly was designed for 4'' brass shells. Overall length is 58 1/4 inches weighing in at a mere 15 3/4 pounds. Included with the arm is one Gevelot Paris-marked 4 bore virgin paper hull. (3C9795-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Belgian Large Bore Under Lever Double Fowler by DuPont & Forir

Belgian Large Bore Under Lever Double Fowler by DuPont & Forir

Lot # 139 (Sale Order: 139 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #254, 8 ga., 30 3/4'' steel barrels with very good bores which are mostly bright but show some sparsely scattered light oxidation and some scattered pitting, with heavy thick tubes. The barrels are quite nice and retain perhaps 95-97% original blue, showing some light even fading, very sparsely scattered very light oxidation stains here and there and the expected handling marks that come from the years, primarily in the area above the lever and fore-frame (metal ''forearm"). The maker marking on rib is somewhat light but the arm appears to be in original blue with no signs of a prior rusting nor pitting beneath the finish, exhibiting only the slightly rough polishing and perhaps light tool marks that Belgian workhorse guns are known for. The rib reads ''DuPont & Forir a Liège'' and is sighted with a single bead front. The fore-frame, under lever, frame proper and the lockplates all exhibit vibrant color case-hardening, toning a bit on the underside of the lever, and at the rear of the left lockplate but about 95-97% remains. Each features the very lightest wavy borderline engraving, the fences lightly sculpted and flared. The fancy triggerguard shows the same light engraving and some strong case colors as well, with fading to a pewter at the grasping area of the wrist. The smooth buttplate retain strong colors as well, fading at the heel and toe and giving a length of pull of 13 3/4''. The locks are rebounding and the hammers in-time, and they seem to operate properly, they are a bit sluggish and no doubt could use a good cleaning. The straight grip stock appears to be Circassian walnut and rates very good to perhaps fine, showing a bit of added varnish here and there and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, the checkering still remaining crisp. The metal is a bit proud in a few areas but overall the fit is excellent and the arm locks up tightly on-face. A very handsome Belgian behemoth that appears to have seen very little and very careful use, with an overall length of 46 1/2 inches weighing in at just a bit over 13 1/4 pounds. (39795-8) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)
serial #254, 8 ga., 30 3/4'' steel barrels with very good bores which are mostly bright but show some sparsely scattered light oxidation and some scattered pitting, with ...moreheavy thick tubes. The barrels are quite nice and retain perhaps 95-97% original blue, showing some light even fading, very sparsely scattered very light oxidation stains here and there and the expected handling marks that come from the years, primarily in the area above the lever and fore-frame (metal ''forearm"). The maker marking on rib is somewhat light but the arm appears to be in original blue with no signs of a prior rusting nor pitting beneath the finish, exhibiting only the slightly rough polishing and perhaps light tool marks that Belgian workhorse guns are known for. The rib reads ''DuPont & Forir a Liège'' and is sighted with a single bead front. The fore-frame, under lever, frame proper and the lockplates all exhibit vibrant color case-hardening, toning a bit on the underside of the lever, and at the rear of the left lockplate but about 95-97% remains. Each features the very lightest wavy borderline engraving, the fences lightly sculpted and flared. The fancy triggerguard shows the same light engraving and some strong case colors as well, with fading to a pewter at the grasping area of the wrist. The smooth buttplate retain strong colors as well, fading at the heel and toe and giving a length of pull of 13 3/4''. The locks are rebounding and the hammers in-time, and they seem to operate properly, they are a bit sluggish and no doubt could use a good cleaning. The straight grip stock appears to be Circassian walnut and rates very good to perhaps fine, showing a bit of added varnish here and there and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, the checkering still remaining crisp. The metal is a bit proud in a few areas but overall the fit is excellent and the arm locks up tightly on-face. A very handsome Belgian behemoth that appears to have seen very little and very careful use, with an overall length of 46 1/2 inches weighing in at just a bit over 13 1/4 pounds. (39795-8) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

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German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by J.P. Sauer & Sohn with Luftwaffe Marking

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by J.P. Sauer & Sohn with Luftwaffe Marking

Lot # 140 (Sale Order: 140 of 601)      

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serial #8762n, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good bore with scattered frosting and some light pitting in the grooves, but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1939-dated ''147'' coded rifle retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, thinning on the receiver, scattered specks of light oxidation, with a concentration on the barrel around the front sight and muzzle, a light brown patina. The barrel bands and bayonet lug have been previously cleaned with the barrel bands having generous remains of blue finish, with light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation on the underside, and the bayonet lug cleaned to gunmetal gray with light oxidation staining, and some scattered light handling marks; the flat buttplate has been previously cleaned to gun metal and now shows light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation. The laminated hardwood stock is in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a 2'' narrow and shallow sliver out of the comb, a few scattered light dings and scattered light handling marks. The stock is stamped with a soft ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark on the right side buttstock above what appears to be two softened ''WaA37'' waffenamts, two faded ''WaA37'' waffenamts on the toe line, two partially obscured ''WaA37'' and ''77'' waffenamts are marked on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock and handguard are serialized and matching to the rifle. The receiver markings remain largely crisp with some light softening of the date code and the ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts along the right side. The bolt, bolt release, triggerguard, magazine floorplate, follower, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, bayonet lug, and buttplate are serialized and matching to the rifle, and the marked parts appear to have the appropriate ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. No cleaning rod is present, but a leather sling in very good condition with a few spots of light wear is included. An attractive K98k from the beginning of the Second World War. (14A9736-26) {C&R} (1500/2000)
serial #8762n, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good bore with scattered frosting and some light pitting in the grooves, but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this...more 1939-dated ''147'' coded rifle retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, thinning on the receiver, scattered specks of light oxidation, with a concentration on the barrel around the front sight and muzzle, a light brown patina. The barrel bands and bayonet lug have been previously cleaned with the barrel bands having generous remains of blue finish, with light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation on the underside, and the bayonet lug cleaned to gunmetal gray with light oxidation staining, and some scattered light handling marks; the flat buttplate has been previously cleaned to gun metal and now shows light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation. The laminated hardwood stock is in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a 2'' narrow and shallow sliver out of the comb, a few scattered light dings and scattered light handling marks. The stock is stamped with a soft ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark on the right side buttstock above what appears to be two softened ''WaA37'' waffenamts, two faded ''WaA37'' waffenamts on the toe line, two partially obscured ''WaA37'' and ''77'' waffenamts are marked on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock and handguard are serialized and matching to the rifle. The receiver markings remain largely crisp with some light softening of the date code and the ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts along the right side. The bolt, bolt release, triggerguard, magazine floorplate, follower, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, bayonet lug, and buttplate are serialized and matching to the rifle, and the marked parts appear to have the appropriate ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. No cleaning rod is present, but a leather sling in very good condition with a few spots of light wear is included. An attractive K98k from the beginning of the Second World War. (14A9736-26) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr

Lot # 141 (Sale Order: 141 of 601)      

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serial #2312m, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''660 / 1940'' coded rifle have a dull gray patina as previously lightly cleaned with overall traces of cleaned pinprick pitting, remnants of blue on the magazine floorplate, rear sight leaf, and stripper clip guide, bolt and some light oxidation staining on the upper barrel band; the cleaning rod and front sight hood remain blued. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with scattered light handling marks and dings and a few scattered remnants of a previous finish. The stock features a ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer mark above two waffenamts, all of which have faded, a flat buttplate that appears to be numbered to the rifle though some of the serial number is obscured, and the stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle with the stock serialization on the toe line largely faded. The receiver coding remains largely crisp with slight softening and all serialized parts are matching to the rifle and bear ''WaA623'' waffenamts, the exception is the rear sight assembly which while being serialized and matching to the rifle is marked with ''77'' waffenamts; serial numbers and waffenamts are largely clear with some softened marks. The letter ''M'' suffix on the serial number on the bolt handle is in block letters, rather than the lower-case cursive character found in the serial numbers of the receiver and barrel. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, two of the screws show light slot damage, and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is an unmarked cleaning rod and leather sling. An attractive 660-coded rifle that should still shoot well today. (14A9736-64) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #2312m, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''660 / 1940'' coded rifle...more have a dull gray patina as previously lightly cleaned with overall traces of cleaned pinprick pitting, remnants of blue on the magazine floorplate, rear sight leaf, and stripper clip guide, bolt and some light oxidation staining on the upper barrel band; the cleaning rod and front sight hood remain blued. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with scattered light handling marks and dings and a few scattered remnants of a previous finish. The stock features a ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer mark above two waffenamts, all of which have faded, a flat buttplate that appears to be numbered to the rifle though some of the serial number is obscured, and the stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle with the stock serialization on the toe line largely faded. The receiver coding remains largely crisp with slight softening and all serialized parts are matching to the rifle and bear ''WaA623'' waffenamts, the exception is the rear sight assembly which while being serialized and matching to the rifle is marked with ''77'' waffenamts; serial numbers and waffenamts are largely clear with some softened marks. The letter ''M'' suffix on the serial number on the bolt handle is in block letters, rather than the lower-case cursive character found in the serial numbers of the receiver and barrel. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, two of the screws show light slot damage, and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is an unmarked cleaning rod and leather sling. An attractive 660-coded rifle that should still shoot well today. (14A9736-64) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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German K98K High Turret Sniper Rifle by Mauser

German K98K High Turret Sniper Rifle by Mauser

Lot # 142 (Sale Order: 142 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #82255l, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and receiver of this late-war sniper rifle retain perhaps 85% original blue showing some overall thinning to gray patina, some sparsely scattered light freckles and handling marks. The triggerguard and floorplate have most toned to a mix of pewter and mild brown patina while the checkered buttplate is also pewter-gray. The bolt and bolt sleeve appear to be smooth gray Parkerized showing some overall thinning and operational wear while the extractor and correct milled safety retain about 95% original blue. The barrel bands are toning to plum-brown patina and the front band shows some overall light pitting and a strip of black enamel finish along its rear edge. The Ajack 4x90 scope and its mounts retain about 80% original blue showing scattered areas flaking and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina along with some sparsely scattered mild oxidation staining and a few light dings. The scope itself is numbered "51066" and features the typical German reticle with somewhat cloudy but usable optics also showing some mild occlusions around the periphery. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings, a few mild abrasions and handling marks. The initials "RC" are carved into the left side sling cutout and there is a duffel cut repaired with two dowels beneath the rear band. The stock shows a faded but visible "(Eagle) / WaA135" on the right side butt and a ghostly Waffenamt behind the triggerguard. The handguard is mismatched numbered "3759" and the stock is matching the receiver with the serial number stamped internally and a "pna" code and what appears to be a "45" date code beneath the buttplate. All markings remain intact and strong with firing proof, serial number and "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side receiver ring and as-is correct for an l-suffix gun the serial number is also hand-stamped along the left side barrel. The triggerguard and floorplate are both byf-coded with correct Waffenamts, the rear sight base and slider also with "(Eagle) / 135" Waffenamts and the barrel bands are unmarked. The firing pin, extractor and milled safety are un-numbered, the safety showing a Mauser "RW" factory stamp and the extractor and bayonet lug are stamped with a small "1" associated with Gustloff Werke. The remaining serialized bolt parts are matching the receiver. The rear scope base is stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side, the front surface of the front base is correctly stamped "U" corresponding with a "U" at the right rear edge of the tang and the front scope ring is matching the receiver. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are a reproduction rubber eyepiece and an original brown leather sling coded "dkk 44" in very fine condition showing some mild staining and handling marks. A very nice correct and mostly matching high turret Mauser. (13G9807-206) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (8,000/12,000)
serial #82255l, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The b...morearrel and receiver of this late-war sniper rifle retain perhaps 85% original blue showing some overall thinning to gray patina, some sparsely scattered light freckles and handling marks. The triggerguard and floorplate have most toned to a mix of pewter and mild brown patina while the checkered buttplate is also pewter-gray. The bolt and bolt sleeve appear to be smooth gray Parkerized showing some overall thinning and operational wear while the extractor and correct milled safety retain about 95% original blue. The barrel bands are toning to plum-brown patina and the front band shows some overall light pitting and a strip of black enamel finish along its rear edge. The Ajack 4x90 scope and its mounts retain about 80% original blue showing scattered areas flaking and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina along with some sparsely scattered mild oxidation staining and a few light dings. The scope itself is numbered "51066" and features the typical German reticle with somewhat cloudy but usable optics also showing some mild occlusions around the periphery. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings, a few mild abrasions and handling marks. The initials "RC" are carved into the left side sling cutout and there is a duffel cut repaired with two dowels beneath the rear band. The stock shows a faded but visible "(Eagle) / WaA135" on the right side butt and a ghostly Waffenamt behind the triggerguard. The handguard is mismatched numbered "3759" and the stock is matching the receiver with the serial number stamped internally and a "pna" code and what appears to be a "45" date code beneath the buttplate. All markings remain intact and strong with firing proof, serial number and "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side receiver ring and as-is correct for an l-suffix gun the serial number is also hand-stamped along the left side barrel. The triggerguard and floorplate are both byf-coded with correct Waffenamts, the rear sight base and slider also with "(Eagle) / 135" Waffenamts and the barrel bands are unmarked. The firing pin, extractor and milled safety are un-numbered, the safety showing a Mauser "RW" factory stamp and the extractor and bayonet lug are stamped with a small "1" associated with Gustloff Werke. The remaining serialized bolt parts are matching the receiver. The rear scope base is stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side, the front surface of the front base is correctly stamped "U" corresponding with a "U" at the right rear edge of the tang and the front scope ring is matching the receiver. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are a reproduction rubber eyepiece and an original brown leather sling coded "dkk 44" in very fine condition showing some mild staining and handling marks. A very nice correct and mostly matching high turret Mauser. (13G9807-206) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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Scarce Dual Coded German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Erma/Mauser Borsigwalde

Scarce Dual Coded German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Erma/Mauser Borsigwalde

Lot # 143 (Sale Order: 143 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #3922, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with intermittent light oxidation but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''ax/ar / 41'' coded rifle have previously been lightly cleaned to a current mottled smoky gray patina with light wear on the high edges and contact points, generous remnants of original blue around the protected areas, a light brown patina on the rear sight base and upper barrel band, and scattered pinprick pitting and a few light handling marks; the triggerguard retains about 98% original blue finish with a light scuff mark on the outside. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as cleaned with an arsenal quality repair to the underside of the stock between the barrel bands, old smoothed chips around the recoil lug, two tight lamination cracks in the toe line, and scattered old light handling marks; the stock discs and buttplate have been cleaned to bright. The right side of the buttstock is marked with an easily legible ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer marking above two partially faded ''WaA26'' waffenamts, the stock numbered to the rifle on the toe line with the digits having faded, the handguard is crisply numbered to the rifle, and the flat buttplate is serialized and matching to the rifle with the correct ''26'' waffenamt. The receiver and barrel markings remain largely crisp with exception of the waffenamt on the right side of the receiver ring, and the barrel is maker marked ''40D0''. The bolt assembly, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, magazine floorplate, triggerguard, and bayonet lug are serialized and matching to the rifle with most marked parts having the correct ''26'' waffenamts and some having been likely lost to light cleaning. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight and appears to function well mechanically. A cleaning rod and front sight hood are included. An honest double-coded K98k that appears to be all matching. (14A9736-32) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #3922, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with intermittent light oxidation but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''ax/ar / 41'' coded r...moreifle have previously been lightly cleaned to a current mottled smoky gray patina with light wear on the high edges and contact points, generous remnants of original blue around the protected areas, a light brown patina on the rear sight base and upper barrel band, and scattered pinprick pitting and a few light handling marks; the triggerguard retains about 98% original blue finish with a light scuff mark on the outside. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as cleaned with an arsenal quality repair to the underside of the stock between the barrel bands, old smoothed chips around the recoil lug, two tight lamination cracks in the toe line, and scattered old light handling marks; the stock discs and buttplate have been cleaned to bright. The right side of the buttstock is marked with an easily legible ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer marking above two partially faded ''WaA26'' waffenamts, the stock numbered to the rifle on the toe line with the digits having faded, the handguard is crisply numbered to the rifle, and the flat buttplate is serialized and matching to the rifle with the correct ''26'' waffenamt. The receiver and barrel markings remain largely crisp with exception of the waffenamt on the right side of the receiver ring, and the barrel is maker marked ''40D0''. The bolt assembly, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, magazine floorplate, triggerguard, and bayonet lug are serialized and matching to the rifle with most marked parts having the correct ''26'' waffenamts and some having been likely lost to light cleaning. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight and appears to function well mechanically. A cleaning rod and front sight hood are included. An honest double-coded K98k that appears to be all matching. (14A9736-32) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Borsigwalde with Luftwaffe Markings

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Borsigwalde with Luftwaffe Markings

Lot # 144 (Sale Order: 144 of 601)      

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serial #6477c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore with perhaps a hint of light frosting. The metal surfaces of this ''ar / 41'' coded rifle retain about 95% original blue with light wear to the high edges and contact points, light wear around the muzzle, light abrasions and oxidation staining on the triggerguard and magazine floorplate. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with a few fingernail-sized or small filler repairs here and there with scattered light handling marks. The stock features an ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark above two ''WaA26'' waffenamts, all of which have faded but remain legible, a light ''P'' stamped behind the pistolgrip, a faint ''WaA26'' on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock is serialized and matching to the rifle; the flat steel buttplate has been cleaned to bright with scattered light dings from use, and is serialized and matching to the rifle and ''26'' waffenamt marked. The serialized parts, including the triggerguard screws, are numbered and matching to the rifle and appear to be stamped with appropriate ''26'' waffenamts, some of which have softened to be largely illegible. The rifle is sighted with the standard barley corn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod, front sight hood, and leather sling. A fine K98k that saw use with the German Luftwaffe. (14A9736-57) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #6477c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore with perhaps a hint of light frosting. The metal surfaces of this ''ar / 41'' coded rifle retain about...more 95% original blue with light wear to the high edges and contact points, light wear around the muzzle, light abrasions and oxidation staining on the triggerguard and magazine floorplate. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with a few fingernail-sized or small filler repairs here and there with scattered light handling marks. The stock features an ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark above two ''WaA26'' waffenamts, all of which have faded but remain legible, a light ''P'' stamped behind the pistolgrip, a faint ''WaA26'' on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock is serialized and matching to the rifle; the flat steel buttplate has been cleaned to bright with scattered light dings from use, and is serialized and matching to the rifle and ''26'' waffenamt marked. The serialized parts, including the triggerguard screws, are numbered and matching to the rifle and appear to be stamped with appropriate ''26'' waffenamts, some of which have softened to be largely illegible. The rifle is sighted with the standard barley corn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod, front sight hood, and leather sling. A fine K98k that saw use with the German Luftwaffe. (14A9736-57) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Rare J.E. Evans Peanut Size Percussion Pocket Deringer

Rare J.E. Evans Peanut Size Percussion Pocket Deringer

Lot # 145 (Sale Order: 145 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.41 cal, 1 1/2'' deeply straight-rifled seven-groove barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a very rare little Evans percussion pocket pistol. The lock is very characteristic of Evans examples as is the deeply re-curving under plate beneath the bolster, the barrel is primarily a plum and lightly pitted patina, only a capital letter ''A'' can be made out under high magnification, there appears to be an ''AD'' preceding it, the Evans marking normally ending in ''Philada'' (in fact the ''A'' which is discernible appears to be smaller than the other characters, which are only barely visible, the last letter ''A'' in the Evans marking was a smaller font than the previous letters in the marking). It features a scant barleycorn brass blade front sight with light engraving on the top flat and right side bolster, small u-notch rear at front of tang, with light engraving on the tang as well, which is a plum patina. The lock and hammer are now pewter and show open flowing scroll with simple scalloping or fish scale atop the hammer. The under plate is German silver as is the long extension of the triggerplate, through-which the barrel retaining screw passes from beneath. The bow of the guard shows the same open loose floral scroll engraving, also present on the German silver sideplate with only very light borderline engraving on the butts teardrop inlay. The American walnut stock rates very good, perhaps showing a very light cleaning with some added finish but the edges remain mostly crisp with good definition to the schnabel-like forend tip, the checkering slightly worn but all present. There is a shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist with only light borderline engraving and the arm seems to function well mechanically. J.E. Evans Philadelphia pistols are quite sought after, they were very well made just as Deringer's guns, but far-less encountered, this is a very respectable example. (3C9762-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
.41 cal, 1 1/2'' deeply straight-rifled seven-groove barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a very rare little Evans percussion pocket pistol. The lock is very characteris...moretic of Evans examples as is the deeply re-curving under plate beneath the bolster, the barrel is primarily a plum and lightly pitted patina, only a capital letter ''A'' can be made out under high magnification, there appears to be an ''AD'' preceding it, the Evans marking normally ending in ''Philada'' (in fact the ''A'' which is discernible appears to be smaller than the other characters, which are only barely visible, the last letter ''A'' in the Evans marking was a smaller font than the previous letters in the marking). It features a scant barleycorn brass blade front sight with light engraving on the top flat and right side bolster, small u-notch rear at front of tang, with light engraving on the tang as well, which is a plum patina. The lock and hammer are now pewter and show open flowing scroll with simple scalloping or fish scale atop the hammer. The under plate is German silver as is the long extension of the triggerplate, through-which the barrel retaining screw passes from beneath. The bow of the guard shows the same open loose floral scroll engraving, also present on the German silver sideplate with only very light borderline engraving on the butts teardrop inlay. The American walnut stock rates very good, perhaps showing a very light cleaning with some added finish but the edges remain mostly crisp with good definition to the schnabel-like forend tip, the checkering slightly worn but all present. There is a shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist with only light borderline engraving and the arm seems to function well mechanically. J.E. Evans Philadelphia pistols are quite sought after, they were very well made just as Deringer's guns, but far-less encountered, this is a very respectable example. (3C9762-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Fantastic Cased Pair of Percussion Pistols by J. E. Evans of Philadelphia

Fantastic Cased Pair of Percussion Pistols by J. E. Evans of Philadelphia

Lot # 146 (Sale Order: 146 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
.47 caliber, 10" octagon barrels with excellent, smooth bores. These pistols exhibit the typical very high quality that we associate with 19th Century Philadelphia made guns and they remain in stunning original condition. The pistols match in their excellent condition but the guns themselves show subtle differences which we will outline in detail. The tops of the barrels are marked "J.E. EVANS PHILADA" one barrel has this marking on a single line, while the other has the address on a second line. The lock of the pistol with the single line barrel marking also shows the same marking on the lock while the other pistol does not have a maker name on the lock. The lock engraving on the double maker marked gun shows lovely rope style border engraving with lovely 19th century scroll, one shows a flower blossom on the right side of the bolster. The tops of the patent breeches are both engraved in lovely scroll as are both barrel tangs. Both hammers are equipped with broken cap deflectors and both engraved with fish like motifs, one more detailed than the other. The triggerguards are both beautifully engraved and feature detailed pineapple finials. The checkered walnut stocks are checked in the same pattern with one pistol showing more coarse checkering than the other, both forends terminate in Schnabel tips, one somewhat more pronounced than the other. One pistol is slightly heavier than the other with the flat to flat measurement of the barrels being .870" and the other .950". Both pistols feature set triggers and the locks function crisply. The butts show matching silver oval escutcheons both of which remain plain. One pistol has a silver oval escutcheon on the top of the wrist while the other shows a walnut inlay which is perfectly fit. The condition of the guns is wonderful with the barrels retaining lots of original brown finish with one 1/4" round patch of pitting on the right side of the barrel just ahead of the forend. The locks patent breeches and tangs all show lots of original color case hardened finish with one rating at about 95% while the other is slightly more subdued and perhaps 80%. The triggerguards both show over 90% bright original blue finish while both stocks show 95% original oil finish. The guns are sighted with iron blade fronts and open notch rears. The guns come in their original mahogany case with burgundy baize lining. The interior of the case has two covered compartments along with what look to be hickory ramrod and cleaning rod. The case also includes a wooden mallet and a fine quality three compartment powder flask. The condition of the case is excellent both inside and out featuring a brass monogram plate on top of lid which is engraved with the initials "W.B.". This is a beautiful pair of American percussion pistols. (1E9670-424) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)
.47 caliber, 10" octagon barrels with excellent, smooth bores. These pistols exhibit the typical very high quality that we associate with 19th Century Philadelphia made g...moreuns and they remain in stunning original condition. The pistols match in their excellent condition but the guns themselves show subtle differences which we will outline in detail. The tops of the barrels are marked "J.E. EVANS PHILADA" one barrel has this marking on a single line, while the other has the address on a second line. The lock of the pistol with the single line barrel marking also shows the same marking on the lock while the other pistol does not have a maker name on the lock. The lock engraving on the double maker marked gun shows lovely rope style border engraving with lovely 19th century scroll, one shows a flower blossom on the right side of the bolster. The tops of the patent breeches are both engraved in lovely scroll as are both barrel tangs. Both hammers are equipped with broken cap deflectors and both engraved with fish like motifs, one more detailed than the other. The triggerguards are both beautifully engraved and feature detailed pineapple finials. The checkered walnut stocks are checked in the same pattern with one pistol showing more coarse checkering than the other, both forends terminate in Schnabel tips, one somewhat more pronounced than the other. One pistol is slightly heavier than the other with the flat to flat measurement of the barrels being .870" and the other .950". Both pistols feature set triggers and the locks function crisply. The butts show matching silver oval escutcheons both of which remain plain. One pistol has a silver oval escutcheon on the top of the wrist while the other shows a walnut inlay which is perfectly fit. The condition of the guns is wonderful with the barrels retaining lots of original brown finish with one 1/4" round patch of pitting on the right side of the barrel just ahead of the forend. The locks patent breeches and tangs all show lots of original color case hardened finish with one rating at about 95% while the other is slightly more subdued and perhaps 80%. The triggerguards both show over 90% bright original blue finish while both stocks show 95% original oil finish. The guns are sighted with iron blade fronts and open notch rears. The guns come in their original mahogany case with burgundy baize lining. The interior of the case has two covered compartments along with what look to be hickory ramrod and cleaning rod. The case also includes a wooden mallet and a fine quality three compartment powder flask. The condition of the case is excellent both inside and out featuring a brass monogram plate on top of lid which is engraved with the initials "W.B.". This is a beautiful pair of American percussion pistols. (1E9670-424) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

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Extremely Rare American Percussion Deringer by F.W. Schumann of Memphis

Extremely Rare American Percussion Deringer by F.W. Schumann of Memphis

Lot # 147 (Sale Order: 147 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
.48 caliber, 2 3/4" octagon barrel with an oxidized bore that still shows some rifling. This is believed to be the only known example by this maker, the top of the barrel being engraved "F. Schuman Memphis Tenn". The lock is unmarked and unembellished except for the simplest border engraving on the lock and hammer. The stock features German silver furniture including fancy sideplate, shield shaped monogram plate on wrist, long tear shaped monogram plate on butt (both remain plain), triggerguard with trefoil finial to front and a barrel screw escutcheon just ahead of the triggerguard. The iron surfaces of the pistol bear a deep rich brown patina with some patches of scattered light pitting and a few dings in the edges. The pistol has a German silver blade dovetail mounted front sight and simple open rear at the junction of the barrel and tang. The walnut stock rates very good with a nice surface which shows nice checkering on the grip and some light added finish. The stock shows the typical handling marks and surface dings from the years. This pistol has a very pleasing and honest appearance. A rare opportunity for the Deringer collector to acquire this only known example of a Schumann, Tennessee made deringer. (1C9762-1) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
.48 caliber, 2 3/4" octagon barrel with an oxidized bore that still shows some rifling. This is believed to be the only known example by this maker, the top of the barrel...more being engraved "F. Schuman Memphis Tenn". The lock is unmarked and unembellished except for the simplest border engraving on the lock and hammer. The stock features German silver furniture including fancy sideplate, shield shaped monogram plate on wrist, long tear shaped monogram plate on butt (both remain plain), triggerguard with trefoil finial to front and a barrel screw escutcheon just ahead of the triggerguard. The iron surfaces of the pistol bear a deep rich brown patina with some patches of scattered light pitting and a few dings in the edges. The pistol has a German silver blade dovetail mounted front sight and simple open rear at the junction of the barrel and tang. The walnut stock rates very good with a nice surface which shows nice checkering on the grip and some light added finish. The stock shows the typical handling marks and surface dings from the years. This pistol has a very pleasing and honest appearance. A rare opportunity for the Deringer collector to acquire this only known example of a Schumann, Tennessee made deringer. (1C9762-1) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Pair of British Flintlock Queen Anne Belt Pistols by Griffin

Pair of British Flintlock Queen Anne Belt Pistols by Griffin

Lot # 148 (Sale Order: 148 of 601)      

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About .60 cal., 5 1/2'' round barrels with lightly oxidized bores. The barrels are a pleasing smooth pewter gray and flaked brown patina, pistol No. 1 shows some remnants of original blue at its breech end, both have cannon-belled muzzles and dual turned medials. The balance of the iron surfaces are a pleasing smooth gunmetal gray showing some scant remnants of silvery case-hardening, the right flats of each with open foliate engraving and makers name in riband ''Griffin London''. Each features British proofs on the bottom and both barrel and frame of each are numbered in turn ''1'' and ''2''. Gun 1 shows some light circumferential scratching and some tool marks to the medial and the tightening lug on the underside of the barrel, gun 2 remains clean and unblemished. The bow of each guard is a plum patina and shows light floral engraving, with simple sprays on the top tang of each, the left side flat of each frame with a nice period belt hook affixed. The English walnut grips both rate very fine to perhaps near excellent, showing the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, gun 2 a few more than gun 1, the latter with two unobtrusive drying cracks on its right side. There is a beautiful teardrop-shaped silver relief buttcap with an interesting martial panoply at the center showing a male lion surmounting a pyramid, cannon, shot and flag at the base, one cannon transfixed vertically with the Lions paw on its cascabel, this is all surrounded by open rococo foliate scroll; sadly the image on pistol No. 1 is somewhat obscured as there are a couple scrapes across the butt. Atop the wrist there is a silver rococo monogram plate surmounted by a gladiators helmet with flag and trumpet, the center of each monogram plate engraved with a heart-shaped emblem within. Both locks are crisp and mechanically functional, pistol 2 is missing its top jaw, and the screw is a modern replacement, but these detractors are small. The arms where obviously custom-ordered with the special buttcaps, perhaps by an officer who had served overseas. Really a very handsome pair of pistols, Joseph Griffin of London it would appear was active roughly 1750-1787. (3D9670-478) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)
About .60 cal., 5 1/2'' round barrels with lightly oxidized bores. The barrels are a pleasing smooth pewter gray and flaked brown patina, pistol No. 1 shows some remnants...more of original blue at its breech end, both have cannon-belled muzzles and dual turned medials. The balance of the iron surfaces are a pleasing smooth gunmetal gray showing some scant remnants of silvery case-hardening, the right flats of each with open foliate engraving and makers name in riband ''Griffin London''. Each features British proofs on the bottom and both barrel and frame of each are numbered in turn ''1'' and ''2''. Gun 1 shows some light circumferential scratching and some tool marks to the medial and the tightening lug on the underside of the barrel, gun 2 remains clean and unblemished. The bow of each guard is a plum patina and shows light floral engraving, with simple sprays on the top tang of each, the left side flat of each frame with a nice period belt hook affixed. The English walnut grips both rate very fine to perhaps near excellent, showing the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, gun 2 a few more than gun 1, the latter with two unobtrusive drying cracks on its right side. There is a beautiful teardrop-shaped silver relief buttcap with an interesting martial panoply at the center showing a male lion surmounting a pyramid, cannon, shot and flag at the base, one cannon transfixed vertically with the Lions paw on its cascabel, this is all surrounded by open rococo foliate scroll; sadly the image on pistol No. 1 is somewhat obscured as there are a couple scrapes across the butt. Atop the wrist there is a silver rococo monogram plate surmounted by a gladiators helmet with flag and trumpet, the center of each monogram plate engraved with a heart-shaped emblem within. Both locks are crisp and mechanically functional, pistol 2 is missing its top jaw, and the screw is a modern replacement, but these detractors are small. The arms where obviously custom-ordered with the special buttcaps, perhaps by an officer who had served overseas. Really a very handsome pair of pistols, Joseph Griffin of London it would appear was active roughly 1750-1787. (3D9670-478) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

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Handsome Cased Pair of British Large Bore Boxlock Percussion Pistols by Field

Handsome Cased Pair of British Large Bore Boxlock Percussion Pistols by Field

Lot # 149 (Sale Order: 149 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
17 bore (about .65 cal), 3 1/2" octagon barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very attractive pair of pistols, the metal surfaces of both arms completely case-hardened. The barrel of the first pistol shows somewhat muting strong case-hardened colors throughout along with a few scattered small areas toning to mild gray-brown patina and some scattered light dings. The frame retains perhaps 90% color case-hardening quite vibrant in most areas with muting along the tangs, handling marks and some light oxidation staining along some of the high edges. There are a few spots of small perhaps moderate oxidation staining along the hammer nose and bolster but this is unobtrusive. The hammer is embellished with a dolphin motif and the frame shows tasteful fine quality English scrollwork throughout. The trigger retains a few flakes of bright fire blue, the forward frame screw also showing nice straw color, the barrel flat is crisply marked "FIELD LONDON" and the arm bears Birmingham black powder proofs. The finely checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a little minor wear along the checkering, some scattered light handling marks and nicely mullered borders. There is a blank German silver monogram plate atop the wrist and the arm is fitted with front and rear sights. The lock functions crisply at both full and half cock. The second pistol retains a bit more vibrant case-hardened color, perhaps 90% overall and is quite lovely showing just a few small areas of mild gray-brown patina and some sparsely scattered small spots of minor oxidation staining. The trigger retains a healthy amount of bright fire blue, as-does the top action screw. The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few very lightly chipped points and minor handling marks and retaining almost all of its original varnish. The pistol is embellished identically as the first and the lock functions crisply. The pistols are housed in a very fine mahogany case that shows some light dings and fine scratches along its exterior with a reeded brass disc set into the lid and nice brass lock escutcheon, the lock maker-marked by J. Bramah of Piccadilly. The interior is lined with green baize that shows some areas of light staining and minor scuffs along with a few small repaired patches and small repairs to a few spacers. The case holds a number of fine original accessories including a James Dixon & Sons oil pot, partial japanned tin of Eley anti-corrosive percussion caps with nice orange label, small Hawksley powder flask that rates near excellent, a pair of spare nipples, 17 bore single cavity round ball bullet mould, a combination nipple wrench / barrel spanner tool and a selection of round balls. A lovely cased pair for the antique arms collector. (13C9833-73) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
17 bore (about .65 cal), 3 1/2" octagon barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very attractive pair of pistols, the metal surfaces of both arms completely case-ha...morerdened. The barrel of the first pistol shows somewhat muting strong case-hardened colors throughout along with a few scattered small areas toning to mild gray-brown patina and some scattered light dings. The frame retains perhaps 90% color case-hardening quite vibrant in most areas with muting along the tangs, handling marks and some light oxidation staining along some of the high edges. There are a few spots of small perhaps moderate oxidation staining along the hammer nose and bolster but this is unobtrusive. The hammer is embellished with a dolphin motif and the frame shows tasteful fine quality English scrollwork throughout. The trigger retains a few flakes of bright fire blue, the forward frame screw also showing nice straw color, the barrel flat is crisply marked "FIELD LONDON" and the arm bears Birmingham black powder proofs. The finely checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a little minor wear along the checkering, some scattered light handling marks and nicely mullered borders. There is a blank German silver monogram plate atop the wrist and the arm is fitted with front and rear sights. The lock functions crisply at both full and half cock. The second pistol retains a bit more vibrant case-hardened color, perhaps 90% overall and is quite lovely showing just a few small areas of mild gray-brown patina and some sparsely scattered small spots of minor oxidation staining. The trigger retains a healthy amount of bright fire blue, as-does the top action screw. The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few very lightly chipped points and minor handling marks and retaining almost all of its original varnish. The pistol is embellished identically as the first and the lock functions crisply. The pistols are housed in a very fine mahogany case that shows some light dings and fine scratches along its exterior with a reeded brass disc set into the lid and nice brass lock escutcheon, the lock maker-marked by J. Bramah of Piccadilly. The interior is lined with green baize that shows some areas of light staining and minor scuffs along with a few small repaired patches and small repairs to a few spacers. The case holds a number of fine original accessories including a James Dixon & Sons oil pot, partial japanned tin of Eley anti-corrosive percussion caps with nice orange label, small Hawksley powder flask that rates near excellent, a pair of spare nipples, 17 bore single cavity round ball bullet mould, a combination nipple wrench / barrel spanner tool and a selection of round balls. A lovely cased pair for the antique arms collector. (13C9833-73) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot # 150 (Sale Order: 150 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #1337, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with a good bore that shows light scattered pitting but shows strong rifling its entire length. This revolver is finished in original nickel and remains in a very fine state of preservation. There were barely 2000 of these revolvers produced making them quite rare as compared to the 1875, of-which there were nearly 30,000 produced. The top of the barrel bears "REMINGTON ARMS CO., ILION, NY." address while the left side of the frame is marked "44 C.F.W.". The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 93% original nickel plated finish with most loss near the muzzle where there is some peeling finish, with the exposed metal being a smooth even gray patina that blends well with the nickel. The cylinder retains about 95% original nickel plated finish with most loss due to some peeling at the leading edge and with a little minor bubbling to the finish. The frame shows about 85% original nickel plate with most loss on the backstrap which is a brown patina, along with some loss on the rear right side of frame. There is a little light bubbling in the finish but overall the appearance is very nice. The two-piece hard rubber grips rate very good showing no chips or damage and just light wear to the checkering, commensurate with the balance of the wear on this revolver. A very fine example of these desirable and scarce Remington revolvers. (1B9362-87) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #1337, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with a good bore that shows light scattered pitting but shows strong rifling its entire length. This revolver is finished in original n...moreickel and remains in a very fine state of preservation. There were barely 2000 of these revolvers produced making them quite rare as compared to the 1875, of-which there were nearly 30,000 produced. The top of the barrel bears "REMINGTON ARMS CO., ILION, NY." address while the left side of the frame is marked "44 C.F.W.". The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 93% original nickel plated finish with most loss near the muzzle where there is some peeling finish, with the exposed metal being a smooth even gray patina that blends well with the nickel. The cylinder retains about 95% original nickel plated finish with most loss due to some peeling at the leading edge and with a little minor bubbling to the finish. The frame shows about 85% original nickel plate with most loss on the backstrap which is a brown patina, along with some loss on the rear right side of frame. There is a little light bubbling in the finish but overall the appearance is very nice. The two-piece hard rubber grips rate very good showing no chips or damage and just light wear to the checkering, commensurate with the balance of the wear on this revolver. A very fine example of these desirable and scarce Remington revolvers. (1B9362-87) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

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