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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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Ornate German Percussion Jaeger Rifle by Morgenroth

Ornate German Percussion Jaeger Rifle by Morgenroth

Lot # 176 (Sale Order: 176 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
29'' ribbed and rounded octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting and very finely-made Jaeger rifle. The barrel was octagonal its full-length, but each flat has been reduced and a radius incorporated its full-length, leaving the sharp edges of what were once the octagonal flats as raised ribs, again running the full-length of the barrel. The treatment is very pleasing it would've taken an incredibly long time to do in the pre-industrial age-era. The barrel itself is a pewter gray patina showing damascus twist pattern its full-length with interspersed sprinklings of light oxidation staining here and there. There are gold inlaid bands at the muzzle, a simple German silver front sight in dovetail, nice adjustable u-notch rear sight and gold wire scroll inlay, with a thicker gold band at the junction of the breech plug. "Morgenroth in Gernrode" is inlaid in gold atop the rear barrel flat, the only portion of the barrel which was not rounded, and the breech plug and long tang show exquisite quality open foliate scroll with a chamois in a mountain scene on the tang proper. The nipple bolster is graceful with a dual recurving flared while the lockplate shows the same exquisite flowing scroll with a recumbent rhebok in a mountainous scene, scroll and filigree gracing the hammer, which shows a gold eye on its right side, in a somewhat dolphin-like motif. The lockplate is dual-acting and features a pivoting hammer rest in addition to the normal half-cock stop present within the lock. There are two simple iron ramrod thimbles and a nicely engraved tailpipe and the smooth steel buttplate shows quality engraving along its tang. The triggerguard and its front extension are ornately carved horn showing a pineapple and scroll finial with a checkered bow and smooth forward-curving grip spur, showing some age cracking from drying here and there, which remains tight and will not flex, and certainly was not damaged from use but merely drying from the years. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish, the expected light handling marks, a small bite mark from a vise on the right side mid-stock and a duffel cut 7'' from the horn forend tip. Interestingly the arm was constructed with both left and right side cheekpieces and the beautifully checkered wrist is accented by open flowing carved scroll which continues at the rear of each flared shadowline cheekpiece. The nicest amenity on the rifle is its slightly pendulum-shaped patchbox which shows excellent quality open foliate scroll with rococo bordering and a game scene vignette at its center showing a large Eagle preying on a rhebok, amidst a mountainous backdrop. The interior of the compartment is lined in green felt and the underside of the lid is polished to a true mirror finish. The lock functions properly and the arm is equipped with double set triggers, there is a base atop the tang for a diopter sight which is sadly no longer present. The duffel cut could be made to go away by a wood man who knew his business or with the addition of a horn insert which would act as an accenting stripe and be rather pleasing, matching the horn tip. Morgenroths were a gunmaking family in Gernrode as early as 1690, this rifle being percussion would likely be the third of the Gernrode Morgenroth's active sometime into the 1850s according to Stockel. This is a very handsome and very ornate rifle, clearly made for the hunting lodge of some nobleman or merchant of means, the dual cheekpieces meaning either left or right handed shooters could ''borrow'' and use the rifle afield. (3D9670-47) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
29'' ribbed and rounded octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting and very finely-made Jaeger rifle. The barrel was octagonal its full-lengt...moreh, but each flat has been reduced and a radius incorporated its full-length, leaving the sharp edges of what were once the octagonal flats as raised ribs, again running the full-length of the barrel. The treatment is very pleasing it would've taken an incredibly long time to do in the pre-industrial age-era. The barrel itself is a pewter gray patina showing damascus twist pattern its full-length with interspersed sprinklings of light oxidation staining here and there. There are gold inlaid bands at the muzzle, a simple German silver front sight in dovetail, nice adjustable u-notch rear sight and gold wire scroll inlay, with a thicker gold band at the junction of the breech plug. "Morgenroth in Gernrode" is inlaid in gold atop the rear barrel flat, the only portion of the barrel which was not rounded, and the breech plug and long tang show exquisite quality open foliate scroll with a chamois in a mountain scene on the tang proper. The nipple bolster is graceful with a dual recurving flared while the lockplate shows the same exquisite flowing scroll with a recumbent rhebok in a mountainous scene, scroll and filigree gracing the hammer, which shows a gold eye on its right side, in a somewhat dolphin-like motif. The lockplate is dual-acting and features a pivoting hammer rest in addition to the normal half-cock stop present within the lock. There are two simple iron ramrod thimbles and a nicely engraved tailpipe and the smooth steel buttplate shows quality engraving along its tang. The triggerguard and its front extension are ornately carved horn showing a pineapple and scroll finial with a checkered bow and smooth forward-curving grip spur, showing some age cracking from drying here and there, which remains tight and will not flex, and certainly was not damaged from use but merely drying from the years. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish, the expected light handling marks, a small bite mark from a vise on the right side mid-stock and a duffel cut 7'' from the horn forend tip. Interestingly the arm was constructed with both left and right side cheekpieces and the beautifully checkered wrist is accented by open flowing carved scroll which continues at the rear of each flared shadowline cheekpiece. The nicest amenity on the rifle is its slightly pendulum-shaped patchbox which shows excellent quality open foliate scroll with rococo bordering and a game scene vignette at its center showing a large Eagle preying on a rhebok, amidst a mountainous backdrop. The interior of the compartment is lined in green felt and the underside of the lid is polished to a true mirror finish. The lock functions properly and the arm is equipped with double set triggers, there is a base atop the tang for a diopter sight which is sadly no longer present. The duffel cut could be made to go away by a wood man who knew his business or with the addition of a horn insert which would act as an accenting stripe and be rather pleasing, matching the horn tip. Morgenroths were a gunmaking family in Gernrode as early as 1690, this rifle being percussion would likely be the third of the Gernrode Morgenroth's active sometime into the 1850s according to Stockel. This is a very handsome and very ornate rifle, clearly made for the hunting lodge of some nobleman or merchant of means, the dual cheekpieces meaning either left or right handed shooters could ''borrow'' and use the rifle afield. (3D9670-47) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Attractive Belgian Jaeger Style Schuetzen Target Rifle by Lardinois

Attractive Belgian Jaeger Style Schuetzen Target Rifle by Lardinois

Lot # 177 (Sale Order: 177 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 4,000
.44 cal, 25'' round barrel with full-length integral rib and recessed muzzle for starter, showing a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows strong remnants of a lovely bright blue finish, most prominent in the protected area at the muzzle, the balance a very pleasing bright and gray-blue patina, showing a sparsely scattered light oxidation stain here or there, but remaining smooth and brilliant overall. There is a simple bead-style dovetailed front sight beneath the generous front sight hood, the rear sight is an elevation adjustable v-notch with flip-up aperture leaf and the graduations to 500 meters, and there is a diopter style aperture sight in place on the tang with a very generous screw-off aperture. The top flat features a prominent gold inlay of the Liège Perron with ''L'' and ''G'' flanking, with the makers name beneath ''NC/Lardinois/1852''. The long tang shows the very lightest foliate and floral engraving and is a smoky gray case-hardened patina as-is the stepped lockplate which shows the same very light, simplistic open foliate and rococo scroll which continues onto the hammer. The ramrod thimbles are simple bulbous affairs with dual medials, and the bottom metal is a full-length rib which runs from the tailpipe to the toe of the smooth steel buttplate, showing some light engraving and remnants of a bright fire blue, with light pitting nearer the toe. The ornate Schuetzen style triggerguard shows light engraving on the bow and has three finger grooves with a rearward grip swirl. It is actually hinged, with a threaded catch at its rear, this allows access to the adjustable double set target trigger beneath. The full-length Jaeger-style stock rates near very fine with much original varnish and overall very light dings and handling marks. It shows some coarse checkering in the area of the wrist and has a nice flared left side shadowline cheekpiece and horn forend tip. The lock is actually hand-detachable, the wing-shaped and lightly engraved sideplate has a somewhat bulbous trefoil at its center, which actually hinges-up and is the head of the lockplate screw, the plate hand-detaching to the right. What is likely the original ramrod is present as-is a loading rod with brass tip, collar and knob which fits the counter bore at the muzzle precisely. Nicholas C Lardinois was active in Liège roughly 1850-1865. This is a very finely-made target rifle that no doubt would perform extremely well off the bench with its lovely bore. (3C9670-101) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)
.44 cal, 25'' round barrel with full-length integral rib and recessed muzzle for starter, showing a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows strong remnants of a lovely br...moreight blue finish, most prominent in the protected area at the muzzle, the balance a very pleasing bright and gray-blue patina, showing a sparsely scattered light oxidation stain here or there, but remaining smooth and brilliant overall. There is a simple bead-style dovetailed front sight beneath the generous front sight hood, the rear sight is an elevation adjustable v-notch with flip-up aperture leaf and the graduations to 500 meters, and there is a diopter style aperture sight in place on the tang with a very generous screw-off aperture. The top flat features a prominent gold inlay of the Liège Perron with ''L'' and ''G'' flanking, with the makers name beneath ''NC/Lardinois/1852''. The long tang shows the very lightest foliate and floral engraving and is a smoky gray case-hardened patina as-is the stepped lockplate which shows the same very light, simplistic open foliate and rococo scroll which continues onto the hammer. The ramrod thimbles are simple bulbous affairs with dual medials, and the bottom metal is a full-length rib which runs from the tailpipe to the toe of the smooth steel buttplate, showing some light engraving and remnants of a bright fire blue, with light pitting nearer the toe. The ornate Schuetzen style triggerguard shows light engraving on the bow and has three finger grooves with a rearward grip swirl. It is actually hinged, with a threaded catch at its rear, this allows access to the adjustable double set target trigger beneath. The full-length Jaeger-style stock rates near very fine with much original varnish and overall very light dings and handling marks. It shows some coarse checkering in the area of the wrist and has a nice flared left side shadowline cheekpiece and horn forend tip. The lock is actually hand-detachable, the wing-shaped and lightly engraved sideplate has a somewhat bulbous trefoil at its center, which actually hinges-up and is the head of the lockplate screw, the plate hand-detaching to the right. What is likely the original ramrod is present as-is a loading rod with brass tip, collar and knob which fits the counter bore at the muzzle precisely. Nicholas C Lardinois was active in Liège roughly 1850-1865. This is a very finely-made target rifle that no doubt would perform extremely well off the bench with its lovely bore. (3C9670-101) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

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Ornate Austrian Reverse Action Percussion Schuetzen Rifle by Bartusch

Ornate Austrian Reverse Action Percussion Schuetzen Rifle by Bartusch

Lot # 178 (Sale Order: 178 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
About .48 cal., 33'' barrel with a very fine bore which shows sharp rifling but with minor oxidation, primarily within the grooves. The barrel is a pewter and plum brown patina showing evidence of a one-time pale blue finish, with some spots of light oxidation staining here and there and a few minor handling or tool marks. The top flat was neatly matted its full-length and the muzzle is very slightly swamped, the makers name is inlaid in gold near the breech ''F. Bartusch in Wien'' with deep etching on the left and right diagonal flats ''Aus Eisenwaffa Gebohrter Lauf'' (loosely iron barrel/drilled bore) with some light geometric gold line engraving at the junction with the engraved hooked breech plug. The front sight once had a scant iron bead which now has gone missing, the rear sight with a very shallow v-notch flat-top, adjustable for windage, with an iron slip-over sunshield. The hooked breech shows open flowing scroll and a Roman gladiator with the tang showing full scroll coverage with an effigy of the green man and with a windage and elevation adjustable aperture sight. The rearward-acting lock has open flowing scroll with filigree bordering and the makers name in riband, the front showing the left-side view of a reclining fellow sans his clothing, a lion's head near his feet, he seems to have some manner of fowl by the neck. The hammer shows light engraving and the generous percussion cap deflector shows the same quality open flowing scroll. The arm features very heavy furniture with a cast-in-relief front extension with an urn and floral motif, a bit of light engraving on the rear of the triggerplate, and a heavy cast-in relief toeplate showing the huntress Diana with her hound and bow. The Schuetzen-style iron fingergrooved guard features a single rearward-curving flourish, and there is a very heavy cast-in-relief buttplate with oakleaf and acorn motifs, boar's head right with the deer head left and a small owl on the recurving toe; all the hardware is a tarnished pewter patina. The French walnut stock rates fine with the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years and shows some exquisite relief scroll to the right rear of the comb and there is a carved dragon thumb rest to the rear of the lockplate. The left side features a very generous scooped shadowline cheekpiece beneath-which is more open flowing carved-in-relief scroll with background stippling, the rear seat of the triggerguard as well with bold flowing open scroll. There is a diminutive iron cap box along the toeline, neatly engraved with gold inlaid letter ''S'', this same initial is on the removable rear sight sunshade, in addition to an engraved depiction of Mr. Sun himself. The barrel is keyed with a single wedge and there is a somewhat scalloped tip of the forend, it would appear as though there was perhaps thought of including a ramrod in the nose of the stock, as it shows a very well-done plug there, no doubt by the maker, and the left stock flat shows a 5'' crack which does not flex. The arm is equipped with a rear set trigger and a very fine hair front and seems to function properly mechanically. (3D9670-307) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)
About .48 cal., 33'' barrel with a very fine bore which shows sharp rifling but with minor oxidation, primarily within the grooves. The barrel is a pewter and plum brown ...morepatina showing evidence of a one-time pale blue finish, with some spots of light oxidation staining here and there and a few minor handling or tool marks. The top flat was neatly matted its full-length and the muzzle is very slightly swamped, the makers name is inlaid in gold near the breech ''F. Bartusch in Wien'' with deep etching on the left and right diagonal flats ''Aus Eisenwaffa Gebohrter Lauf'' (loosely iron barrel/drilled bore) with some light geometric gold line engraving at the junction with the engraved hooked breech plug. The front sight once had a scant iron bead which now has gone missing, the rear sight with a very shallow v-notch flat-top, adjustable for windage, with an iron slip-over sunshield. The hooked breech shows open flowing scroll and a Roman gladiator with the tang showing full scroll coverage with an effigy of the green man and with a windage and elevation adjustable aperture sight. The rearward-acting lock has open flowing scroll with filigree bordering and the makers name in riband, the front showing the left-side view of a reclining fellow sans his clothing, a lion's head near his feet, he seems to have some manner of fowl by the neck. The hammer shows light engraving and the generous percussion cap deflector shows the same quality open flowing scroll. The arm features very heavy furniture with a cast-in-relief front extension with an urn and floral motif, a bit of light engraving on the rear of the triggerplate, and a heavy cast-in relief toeplate showing the huntress Diana with her hound and bow. The Schuetzen-style iron fingergrooved guard features a single rearward-curving flourish, and there is a very heavy cast-in-relief buttplate with oakleaf and acorn motifs, boar's head right with the deer head left and a small owl on the recurving toe; all the hardware is a tarnished pewter patina. The French walnut stock rates fine with the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years and shows some exquisite relief scroll to the right rear of the comb and there is a carved dragon thumb rest to the rear of the lockplate. The left side features a very generous scooped shadowline cheekpiece beneath-which is more open flowing carved-in-relief scroll with background stippling, the rear seat of the triggerguard as well with bold flowing open scroll. There is a diminutive iron cap box along the toeline, neatly engraved with gold inlaid letter ''S'', this same initial is on the removable rear sight sunshade, in addition to an engraved depiction of Mr. Sun himself. The barrel is keyed with a single wedge and there is a somewhat scalloped tip of the forend, it would appear as though there was perhaps thought of including a ramrod in the nose of the stock, as it shows a very well-done plug there, no doubt by the maker, and the left stock flat shows a 5'' crack which does not flex. The arm is equipped with a rear set trigger and a very fine hair front and seems to function properly mechanically. (3D9670-307) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

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New York Patent Breech-Loading Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Reynolds

New York Patent Breech-Loading Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Reynolds

Lot # 179 (Sale Order: 179 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.40 caliber, 32" octagon barrel with patent Reynolds chamber and a bright very fine bore which shows strong rifling and just a bit of a very sparsely scattered very light oxidation. This is a very interesting rifle from the era of breech-loading experimentation, and uses a separate patented ''chamber'' or ''cartridge'', very similar to a Maynard cartridge, made of steel with a vent hole in the center of its base. An innovative design, it would've allowed the sportsman to carry a number of loaded charges afield, ready for a moments reloading should it be necessary. Rifle is sighted with a simple diminutive blade front sight and a three leaf rear, one standing, two folding, with shallow u-notches. It is maker marked on its top flat ''F Reynolds New York patent'', the barrel a dull pewter gray with minor oxidation staining here and there and with light engraving on the breech frame, breech block and long tang, the frame with inlaid bands of silver front and rear. The back action lock and hammer show some light engraving, with open scroll on the plate, maker marked at its rear and showing some nice silvery case-hardening. There is a pewter or German silver forend tip, German silver tailpipe with light engraving, German silver flat-bottom triggerguard, showing the remnants of an old spring riveted to its base (the purpose of-which is unknown). There is a nice engraved pendulum style patchbox which was once flip-up, showing an old repair and conversion to length-wise flip-open (rear-to-front opening rather than vertically) with a running hare on the face. There is light engraving on the tang of the steel crescent buttplate and there are German silver inlays on the left of a recumbent deer, spread-winged eagle and light scroll side plate, none of these however are engraved. The American black walnut stocks rate very good with much original varnish, a nice left-side cheekpiece, mullered border checkering pattern and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a hunted arm. The mechanism and lock function as-designed, the arm is maker-equipped with sling eyelets and the original ramrod is included. Francis Reynolds was active in New York City until the mid to perhaps late 1860s, this very gun is pictured on pages 416-7 of The New York State Firearms Trade © Rowe. A very well-made gun with an ingenious auxiliary chamber which would have allowed for quick reloading. (3C9670-26) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)
.40 caliber, 32" octagon barrel with patent Reynolds chamber and a bright very fine bore which shows strong rifling and just a bit of a very sparsely scattered very light...more oxidation. This is a very interesting rifle from the era of breech-loading experimentation, and uses a separate patented ''chamber'' or ''cartridge'', very similar to a Maynard cartridge, made of steel with a vent hole in the center of its base. An innovative design, it would've allowed the sportsman to carry a number of loaded charges afield, ready for a moments reloading should it be necessary. Rifle is sighted with a simple diminutive blade front sight and a three leaf rear, one standing, two folding, with shallow u-notches. It is maker marked on its top flat ''F Reynolds New York patent'', the barrel a dull pewter gray with minor oxidation staining here and there and with light engraving on the breech frame, breech block and long tang, the frame with inlaid bands of silver front and rear. The back action lock and hammer show some light engraving, with open scroll on the plate, maker marked at its rear and showing some nice silvery case-hardening. There is a pewter or German silver forend tip, German silver tailpipe with light engraving, German silver flat-bottom triggerguard, showing the remnants of an old spring riveted to its base (the purpose of-which is unknown). There is a nice engraved pendulum style patchbox which was once flip-up, showing an old repair and conversion to length-wise flip-open (rear-to-front opening rather than vertically) with a running hare on the face. There is light engraving on the tang of the steel crescent buttplate and there are German silver inlays on the left of a recumbent deer, spread-winged eagle and light scroll side plate, none of these however are engraved. The American black walnut stocks rate very good with much original varnish, a nice left-side cheekpiece, mullered border checkering pattern and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a hunted arm. The mechanism and lock function as-designed, the arm is maker-equipped with sling eyelets and the original ramrod is included. Francis Reynolds was active in New York City until the mid to perhaps late 1860s, this very gun is pictured on pages 416-7 of The New York State Firearms Trade © Rowe. A very well-made gun with an ingenious auxiliary chamber which would have allowed for quick reloading. (3C9670-26) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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Rare Factory Engraved Sharps 1853 Sporting Rifle with Congressman James M. Marvin Presentation

Rare Factory Engraved Sharps 1853 Sporting Rifle with Congressman James M. Marvin Presentation

Lot # 180 (Sale Order: 180 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
serial #9404, 60 bore (.44 caliber), 25" barrel with a deeply rifled bore that shows pitting. This rifle is listed in factory records as "Fine Engraved" which is the second highest of the four levels of engraving offered. The frame and hammer show full coverage punch dot shaded scroll engraving. Also showing heavy engraving are the triggerguard, patchbox, buttplate tang, barrel breech and there is an engraved border at the muzzle as well. The left side of the stock shows a shield shaped silver presentation plate which is engraved "Presented to / James M. Marvin / by / M.D.B. / New Years / 1855". The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers which seem to set and trip properly however the hammer does not hold on cock or half cock. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel showing an even gray brown patina with the high edges showing more gray and with some scattered light pitting. The barrel address remains clear and fully legible. The action is a pleasing brown patina overall with some fine pitting which is confined mostly to the top surfaces of the action to the front and rear of the breechblock. The engraving is in very full coverage leaving little room around the factory markings which all remain clear and fully legible. The walnut stocks rate very good plus with a lot of original finish remaining and with normal light handling marks. There is some light chipping just ahead of the action on the bottom of the forend, the pewter forend tip is in place and shows a lovely patina. The patchbox and other furniture show a pleasing even brown patina with some scattered light oxidation staining but they remain quite smooth. The presentation plaque shows a wonderful undisturbed rich tarnished patina overall and it fits very nicely. The rifle is sighted with its original folding rear barrel sight and a modern globe front. James M. Marvin was born in Ballston New York in 1809 and moved to Saratoga Springs in 1828 where he engaged in the hotel business. By 1839 he was a proprietor in the grand United States Hotel in Saratoga Springs. He was a member of the Whig party and was a representative in the New York Assembly in 1846. He went on to be a three term Republican Congressman serving during the end of the Civil War from 1863 to 1869. He later founded and served as president of the First National Bank of Saratoga Springs, he also served as a director of the Schenectady and Saratoga Railroad as well as the New York Central Railroad. The identity of the presenter "M.D.B." is unknown. More diligent research could uncover the identity of the individual, clearly they were a person of means at the time it was presented. In addition to confirming the engraving on this rifle, the factory records show the rifle shipped on December 12, 1854 just 20 days prior to the presentation. There were only 53 of these 60 bore engraved 1853 sporting rifles ever made. A rare, fine and desirable factory engraved presentation Sharps sporting rifle worthy of the finest collection of Sharps arms. (1F9670-230) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)
serial #9404, 60 bore (.44 caliber), 25" barrel with a deeply rifled bore that shows pitting. This rifle is listed in factory records as "Fine Engraved" which is the seco...morend highest of the four levels of engraving offered. The frame and hammer show full coverage punch dot shaded scroll engraving. Also showing heavy engraving are the triggerguard, patchbox, buttplate tang, barrel breech and there is an engraved border at the muzzle as well. The left side of the stock shows a shield shaped silver presentation plate which is engraved "Presented to / James M. Marvin / by / M.D.B. / New Years / 1855". The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers which seem to set and trip properly however the hammer does not hold on cock or half cock. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel showing an even gray brown patina with the high edges showing more gray and with some scattered light pitting. The barrel address remains clear and fully legible. The action is a pleasing brown patina overall with some fine pitting which is confined mostly to the top surfaces of the action to the front and rear of the breechblock. The engraving is in very full coverage leaving little room around the factory markings which all remain clear and fully legible. The walnut stocks rate very good plus with a lot of original finish remaining and with normal light handling marks. There is some light chipping just ahead of the action on the bottom of the forend, the pewter forend tip is in place and shows a lovely patina. The patchbox and other furniture show a pleasing even brown patina with some scattered light oxidation staining but they remain quite smooth. The presentation plaque shows a wonderful undisturbed rich tarnished patina overall and it fits very nicely. The rifle is sighted with its original folding rear barrel sight and a modern globe front. James M. Marvin was born in Ballston New York in 1809 and moved to Saratoga Springs in 1828 where he engaged in the hotel business. By 1839 he was a proprietor in the grand United States Hotel in Saratoga Springs. He was a member of the Whig party and was a representative in the New York Assembly in 1846. He went on to be a three term Republican Congressman serving during the end of the Civil War from 1863 to 1869. He later founded and served as president of the First National Bank of Saratoga Springs, he also served as a director of the Schenectady and Saratoga Railroad as well as the New York Central Railroad. The identity of the presenter "M.D.B." is unknown. More diligent research could uncover the identity of the individual, clearly they were a person of means at the time it was presented. In addition to confirming the engraving on this rifle, the factory records show the rifle shipped on December 12, 1854 just 20 days prior to the presentation. There were only 53 of these 60 bore engraved 1853 sporting rifles ever made. A rare, fine and desirable factory engraved presentation Sharps sporting rifle worthy of the finest collection of Sharps arms. (1F9670-230) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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Fabulous Sharps Second Model Pistol Rifle

Fabulous Sharps Second Model Pistol Rifle

Lot # 181 (Sale Order: 181 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #394, .38 caliber, 28" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol rifle is completely original and remains in extremely fine condition. The left side of the frame is marked "C. SHARPS & CO. PHILADA PA" and the rifle has all-matching numbers on frame, breechblock, opening lever, barrel, rear sight and on the inside toe of buttplate. The barrel retains 95% lovely even original brown finish. The frame retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened but remains visible overall. Some protected areas show brighter color but the overall surface and appearance of the frame is wonderful. All metal surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and all screwheads remain clean and undamaged. The walnut buttstock and forend are equally as nice as the metal with 95% original finish remaining, nice raised grain and just the few normal light handling marks from the years. The steel buttplate shows lots of color case-hardening as does the steel grip cap. The rifle is sighted with its original sights which are a standard German silver blade front and hinged adjustable rear. This is a stellar example of these interesting Sharps rifles, worthy of the finest collection of antique American arms. (1E9670-39) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/8000)
serial #394, .38 caliber, 28" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol rifle is completely original and remains in extremely fine condition. The left side o...moref the frame is marked "C. SHARPS & CO. PHILADA PA" and the rifle has all-matching numbers on frame, breechblock, opening lever, barrel, rear sight and on the inside toe of buttplate. The barrel retains 95% lovely even original brown finish. The frame retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened but remains visible overall. Some protected areas show brighter color but the overall surface and appearance of the frame is wonderful. All metal surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and all screwheads remain clean and undamaged. The walnut buttstock and forend are equally as nice as the metal with 95% original finish remaining, nice raised grain and just the few normal light handling marks from the years. The steel buttplate shows lots of color case-hardening as does the steel grip cap. The rifle is sighted with its original sights which are a standard German silver blade front and hinged adjustable rear. This is a stellar example of these interesting Sharps rifles, worthy of the finest collection of antique American arms. (1E9670-39) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/8000)

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Extremely Fine Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle

Extremely Fine Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle

Lot # 182 (Sale Order: 182 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
Description Update 11/17/2020: A small spot of light oxidation with perhaps faint pinprick pitting right diagonal barrel flat

serial #300129, 25-210 Stevens RF, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. These rifles were made from left over 1871 Army Rolling Block pistol frames and with a total production of about 350 rifles, they rank among the rarest of the Rolling Blocks. This example remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish overall with markings remaining crisp. The frame shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish with markings remaining visible but a little light in areas, the original "P" and "S" marks are faint but there. The hammer and breechblock show 97% original blue and all screw slots remain clean. The rifle is equipped with English walnut checkered pistolgrip buttstock and schnabel tipped forend with ebony insert. The stocks show nice figure and are as crisp as the balance of the gun with 97% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering and just a few light normal handling marks. The original checkered hard rubber buttplate and scalloped grip cap are both in place and rate excellent with no chips. The rifle is sighted with a lovely gold washed Beach combination front and a Lyman folding peepsight mounted on rear of frame. An extremely fine No. 7 rifle for the Remington Collector. (1C9670-128) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)

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Rare and Fine Percussion Buggy Rifle by Morgan James of Utica, New York

Rare and Fine Percussion Buggy Rifle by Morgan James of Utica, New York

Lot # 183 (Sale Order: 183 of 601)      

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.28 caliber, 14 3/4" part round part octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This is likely an extremely early Morgan James rifle built shortly after he returned to Utica and setup shop around 1841. The gun features an external lock made by Wyllys Avery in Salisbury Center, NY approximately 25 miles from Utica. The rifle also is built with a Remington barrel which is marked on the bottom flat "REMINGTON"; Ilion is about 11 miles from Utica. The lockplate is marked "AVERY" beneath the top leg of the mainspring, Avery was active between 1820 and 1850. The top of the barrel is marked "M. JAMES / UTICA NY.". The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining about 95% original browning with most loss in breech area where there is also some oxidation staining and some salt & pepper pitting. The lock shows muted color case hardening overall showing darkening mottled color. The walnut stock is very finely made with a pewter forend tip, brass buttplate and finger spur triggerguard and a silver inlaid running dog on the left side center of butt. The sideplate is silver with stylized wings and the elongated octagonal wedge escutcheons are also of silver. The wedge passes through a dovetail cut in the bottom of the barrel rather than an underlug. The stock rates excellent plus with tons of original finish, beautiful crisp edges and the furniture all fits perfectly. The rifle is sighted with a simple dovetail mounted blade front and a lollipop tang mounted peepsight; there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. Morgan James was one of the most accomplished 19 century New York makers, this is a fine, early and very unusual example. The rifle is illustrated in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade book, they call it an Avery style lock, they were on the right track but apparently didn't see the AVERY marking which is obscured partially by the mainspring. A lovely little rifle for the antique American arms collector. (1D9670-109) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Rare L.L. Hepburn Four Barrel Swivel Breech Percussion Rifle

Rare L.L. Hepburn Four Barrel Swivel Breech Percussion Rifle

Lot # 184 (Sale Order: 184 of 601)      

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.32 cal, 22'' four barrel cluster showing bright about excellent bores which may have a bit of light oxidation here and there. This is an absolutely wonderful swivel breech ''double rifle'' with two barrels top and two barrels bottom, made by famous gunsmith Lewis L. Hepburn, among other things, mechanical department superintendent at Remington Arms Co. and Hepburn action fame, and very much mirrors examples known by M. J. Whitmore of Potsdam, New York, with-whom Hepburn worked early in his career. The barrels retain perhaps 95% of a very pleasing plum brown, which is likely original to the arm, showing minor fading along the high edges and at muzzles, along with some very minor oxidation staining here and there that come from the years and a field-used arm. Both sets of barrels have a silver blade front sight and a scant v-notch rear, the ''top'' set marked ''LL Hepburn/Colton NY''. There is a slightly sculpted barrel catch on the underside of the barrel frame which contacts a simple square notch cut into the barrel assembly, allowing it to pivot for firing of the lower set of barrels. The barrel frame and back action locks are a mix of fading plum brown and pewter gray patina and show only the slightest wavy-edge borderline engraving. The arm is nicely appointed with German silver furniture having a flat-bottomed single spur triggerguard with a simple rearward grip flourish, the bottom of-which is neatly metal checkered. The crescent butt and toeplates show very light wavy borderline engraving as does the pendulum-shaped patchbox on right of butt, the lid with a loose fleur-de-lis-style. The left side of the butt shows a stylized German silver inlay of intertwining open flowing scroll of very simple character but extremely well done. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the rifle is the trapdoor muzzle which stores the arm's ramrod at the center between the four barrels. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with some very nice grain figure in the area of the butt. The stock retains nearly all of its original varnish, along with minor dings and handling marks here and there, a couple of areas have been affected by some manner of solvent over the years which has darkened the finish, it still remains in very fine condition. The hammers are in-time and the locks function well mechanically, each of the hammers has the edge of its double skirt chipped out, doubtless from someone attempting to turn the barrels with the hammers in the down position. LL Hepburn was mechanically very gifted and a holder of many patents and did work for both Remington and Marlin in his day. Having a rifle constructed by him is a wonderful piece of firearms history, not to mention the quality of the arm itself. (3C9670-61) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
.32 cal, 22'' four barrel cluster showing bright about excellent bores which may have a bit of light oxidation here and there. This is an absolutely wonderful swivel bree...morech ''double rifle'' with two barrels top and two barrels bottom, made by famous gunsmith Lewis L. Hepburn, among other things, mechanical department superintendent at Remington Arms Co. and Hepburn action fame, and very much mirrors examples known by M. J. Whitmore of Potsdam, New York, with-whom Hepburn worked early in his career. The barrels retain perhaps 95% of a very pleasing plum brown, which is likely original to the arm, showing minor fading along the high edges and at muzzles, along with some very minor oxidation staining here and there that come from the years and a field-used arm. Both sets of barrels have a silver blade front sight and a scant v-notch rear, the ''top'' set marked ''LL Hepburn/Colton NY''. There is a slightly sculpted barrel catch on the underside of the barrel frame which contacts a simple square notch cut into the barrel assembly, allowing it to pivot for firing of the lower set of barrels. The barrel frame and back action locks are a mix of fading plum brown and pewter gray patina and show only the slightest wavy-edge borderline engraving. The arm is nicely appointed with German silver furniture having a flat-bottomed single spur triggerguard with a simple rearward grip flourish, the bottom of-which is neatly metal checkered. The crescent butt and toeplates show very light wavy borderline engraving as does the pendulum-shaped patchbox on right of butt, the lid with a loose fleur-de-lis-style. The left side of the butt shows a stylized German silver inlay of intertwining open flowing scroll of very simple character but extremely well done. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the rifle is the trapdoor muzzle which stores the arm's ramrod at the center between the four barrels. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with some very nice grain figure in the area of the butt. The stock retains nearly all of its original varnish, along with minor dings and handling marks here and there, a couple of areas have been affected by some manner of solvent over the years which has darkened the finish, it still remains in very fine condition. The hammers are in-time and the locks function well mechanically, each of the hammers has the edge of its double skirt chipped out, doubtless from someone attempting to turn the barrels with the hammers in the down position. LL Hepburn was mechanically very gifted and a holder of many patents and did work for both Remington and Marlin in his day. Having a rifle constructed by him is a wonderful piece of firearms history, not to mention the quality of the arm itself. (3C9670-61) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Fabulous Percussion Three Barrel Combination Gun by George H. Ferriss of Utica, New York

Fabulous Percussion Three Barrel Combination Gun by George H. Ferriss of Utica, New York

Lot # 185 (Sale Order: 185 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
40 caliber rifled barrels over .78" smooth bore, 30" barrels all with bright excellent bores. This is a very finely crafted combination gun made by this well-regarded central New York maker who was partners with Morgan James for a number of years during the early to mid 1850's. This gun is built on a design that is generally credited to James with lobes on either side reaching back into the stock and with a lateral tapered takedown pin present. The double rifle barrels are service by traditional double triggers with the rear trigger (left barrel) being a set trigger and with the smoothbore trigger being a simple underhammer type which sets directly on a notch on the hammer itself. The top of the barrel breech between the hammers is marked "G.H. FERRISS / UTICA / N.Y.", this appears to be the only marking on the gun. Each side of the barrels have a 9" ramrod housing with two thimbles ahead of each. The condition of the gun is wonderful with the rifle barrels retaining 90% original brown finish overall blending with a smooth brown patina. The shotgun barrel retains a similar amount of finish with damascus pattern visible along most of its length. The frame and barrel breeches retain 95% original color case-hardened finish which is quite vivid in areas and has a lovely appearance. The checkered walnut stock is of a nicely figured piece of American black walnut and shows crisp checkering on the wrist. The right side of the butt shows a round iron patchbox which retains vivid original color case-hardening, the iron buttplate is finished in the same manner with colors slightly more muted. The iron toeplate has a slightly convex shape at its front, very typical of Morgan James and George Ferriss arms. The flat toeline of the stock shows a 2 1/2" long oval monogram plate which remains unengraved. The condition of the stock is excellent except for some finish peeling on the right side where there is also some crazing. The gun is sighted with a globe front and elevator rear barrel sight, both of which are original. The gun has two ramrods, a hickory rod mounted on the left for the rifle barrels and rosewood on the right to service the smoothbore barrel. This gun is illustrated and discussed in Swinney's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 619. The author's comments are as follows: "Three barrel combination gun with two rifle barrels over one smoothbore. The rifle is in nearly new condition.". A wonderful gun for anyone who appreciates American percussion sporting arms. (1F9670-75) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)
40 caliber rifled barrels over .78" smooth bore, 30" barrels all with bright excellent bores. This is a very finely crafted combination gun made by this well-regarded cen...moretral New York maker who was partners with Morgan James for a number of years during the early to mid 1850's. This gun is built on a design that is generally credited to James with lobes on either side reaching back into the stock and with a lateral tapered takedown pin present. The double rifle barrels are service by traditional double triggers with the rear trigger (left barrel) being a set trigger and with the smoothbore trigger being a simple underhammer type which sets directly on a notch on the hammer itself. The top of the barrel breech between the hammers is marked "G.H. FERRISS / UTICA / N.Y.", this appears to be the only marking on the gun. Each side of the barrels have a 9" ramrod housing with two thimbles ahead of each. The condition of the gun is wonderful with the rifle barrels retaining 90% original brown finish overall blending with a smooth brown patina. The shotgun barrel retains a similar amount of finish with damascus pattern visible along most of its length. The frame and barrel breeches retain 95% original color case-hardened finish which is quite vivid in areas and has a lovely appearance. The checkered walnut stock is of a nicely figured piece of American black walnut and shows crisp checkering on the wrist. The right side of the butt shows a round iron patchbox which retains vivid original color case-hardening, the iron buttplate is finished in the same manner with colors slightly more muted. The iron toeplate has a slightly convex shape at its front, very typical of Morgan James and George Ferriss arms. The flat toeline of the stock shows a 2 1/2" long oval monogram plate which remains unengraved. The condition of the stock is excellent except for some finish peeling on the right side where there is also some crazing. The gun is sighted with a globe front and elevator rear barrel sight, both of which are original. The gun has two ramrods, a hickory rod mounted on the left for the rifle barrels and rosewood on the right to service the smoothbore barrel. This gun is illustrated and discussed in Swinney's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 619. The author's comments are as follows: "Three barrel combination gun with two rifle barrels over one smoothbore. The rifle is in nearly new condition.". A wonderful gun for anyone who appreciates American percussion sporting arms. (1F9670-75) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

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Rare and Unusual Three Barrel Percussion Sporting Rifle by HV Perry

Rare and Unusual Three Barrel Percussion Sporting Rifle by HV Perry

Lot # 186 (Sale Order: 186 of 601)      

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.36 cal, 28'' three barrel cluster with bright excellent bores, perhaps showing a few spots of light oxidation here and there. The barrels remain quite nice showing much original browning, with some light flaking and toning to a pewter patina beneath, showing a bit of muzzle and high edge wear. Each of the barrels is maker marked ''HV Perry/Jamestown/NY'', each of the ribs in between stamped ''Cast Steel''. Additionally each of the barrels is neatly numbered at its breech 1-3 and each barrel has a small simple blade front sight adjustable for windage. The barrel frame, long tang and both side and lock plates are a pleasing mottled pewter case-hardened patina with very light open simple foliate engraving, which continues onto the hammer. The tang has been maker drilled and tapped for a heart-shaped aperture sight which can also act as an open sight utilizing the v in its top surface. The barrel catch is a very nice spring-loaded button with stippled face, mounted at the rear of the tang, when pressed to the rear the barrels can be rotated until they lock in place. The arm features German silver hardware with a nice single spur triggerguard with a rearward grip flourish, crescent style buttplate with a steel insert at the heel and a simple toeplate. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with much original varnish and rating very fine to perhaps excellent, with a couple darkened spots left and right, perhaps from some solvent. The patchbox is a nice pendulum shape and is unadorned. Perhaps the most endearing feature of the arm is the center-mounted ramrod which rides at the center of the three barrels in a hollow tube of its own. Included with the arm is an antique hand-made softwood carry case, stained and varnished a dark walnut on its exterior, with simple leather strap carry handles and keyed lock (key included). The case rates good to perhaps near very good with the expected overall light dings, scratches and handling marks from the years. It shows small dividers on the interior which would house the rifle, perhaps cleaning implements and any of the loading apparatus you may need; its fit is decent for a country-made case. This very arm is pictured in the monumental set The New York State Firearms Trade © 2003 Rowe, on page 1271 of Volume 3 and nicely photographed. Perry lived in Danville, Freedonia and finally Jamestown New York, where he eventually passed away in 1897. The arm seems to function well and remains in very fine condition and was clearly quality-made throughout. (3D9670-62) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
.36 cal, 28'' three barrel cluster with bright excellent bores, perhaps showing a few spots of light oxidation here and there. The barrels remain quite nice showing much ...moreoriginal browning, with some light flaking and toning to a pewter patina beneath, showing a bit of muzzle and high edge wear. Each of the barrels is maker marked ''HV Perry/Jamestown/NY'', each of the ribs in between stamped ''Cast Steel''. Additionally each of the barrels is neatly numbered at its breech 1-3 and each barrel has a small simple blade front sight adjustable for windage. The barrel frame, long tang and both side and lock plates are a pleasing mottled pewter case-hardened patina with very light open simple foliate engraving, which continues onto the hammer. The tang has been maker drilled and tapped for a heart-shaped aperture sight which can also act as an open sight utilizing the v in its top surface. The barrel catch is a very nice spring-loaded button with stippled face, mounted at the rear of the tang, when pressed to the rear the barrels can be rotated until they lock in place. The arm features German silver hardware with a nice single spur triggerguard with a rearward grip flourish, crescent style buttplate with a steel insert at the heel and a simple toeplate. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with much original varnish and rating very fine to perhaps excellent, with a couple darkened spots left and right, perhaps from some solvent. The patchbox is a nice pendulum shape and is unadorned. Perhaps the most endearing feature of the arm is the center-mounted ramrod which rides at the center of the three barrels in a hollow tube of its own. Included with the arm is an antique hand-made softwood carry case, stained and varnished a dark walnut on its exterior, with simple leather strap carry handles and keyed lock (key included). The case rates good to perhaps near very good with the expected overall light dings, scratches and handling marks from the years. It shows small dividers on the interior which would house the rifle, perhaps cleaning implements and any of the loading apparatus you may need; its fit is decent for a country-made case. This very arm is pictured in the monumental set The New York State Firearms Trade © 2003 Rowe, on page 1271 of Volume 3 and nicely photographed. Perry lived in Danville, Freedonia and finally Jamestown New York, where he eventually passed away in 1897. The arm seems to function well and remains in very fine condition and was clearly quality-made throughout. (3D9670-62) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Scottish Percussion Halfstock Sporting and Target Rifle by Forrest & Sons

Scottish Percussion Halfstock Sporting and Target Rifle by Forrest & Sons

Lot # 187 (Sale Order: 187 of 601)      

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serial #856, .48 cal, 29 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows perhaps some sparsely scattered very light frosting, primarily within the grooves. The barrel shows a very nice contrasting darker gray-brown, light gray swirled damascus pattern its full-length, fading to pewter at the muzzle and on the sharp edges and contact points, the rear showing a few spots of sparsely scattered oxidation staining. The rifle was sighted with a simple bead front sight, there is currently only the base of that sight left, it would appear as though the top ''bead'' portion snapped off many years ago, now only an inverted ''V'' remains, there is a u-notch rear with platinum index line, the base graduated to 400 yards and flip-up adjustable ladder sight graduated to 4800 yards. The top flat is maker marked ''Geo Forrest & Sons Jedburg'' and the rebated breech shows some smoky color case-hardening with excellent quality tight flowing scroll atop, a platinum blowout plug at the breech with a flared right side bolster. The lock and tang are a pewter gray patina and show the same exceptional quality tight flowing English scroll, the lock with light borderline engraving and makers mark in riband ''Geo Forrest & Sons''. The hammer shows an engraved dolphin nose and actually shows an old repair to the spur which is so well done it is missed at first glance, the lock is fitted with a sliding safety. There is a simple tailpipe and the triggerguard and its front extension show the same near full coverage excellent quality scroll, this continuing on to the domed steel pistolgrip cap and tang of the smooth butt. English walnut stock rates fine with sharp edges good flat-top checkering with mullered borders and the expected overall light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The lock functions well mechanically and what is likely an original bone-tipped ramrod is present. There are some minor peen marks on the right diagonal flat near the makers marking, a top-notch metalworker who knew his business could doubtless peen them back down and make them far less noticeable, they are not that obtrusive to begin with. George Forrest was evidently active in Jedburgh from around 1825 to perhaps 1885. This is a handsome, Scottish-made rifle and with its nice bore would likely perform amiably with the proper loads worked up. (3C9670-34) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #856, .48 cal, 29 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows perhaps some sparsely scattered very light frosting, primarily within the gro...moreoves. The barrel shows a very nice contrasting darker gray-brown, light gray swirled damascus pattern its full-length, fading to pewter at the muzzle and on the sharp edges and contact points, the rear showing a few spots of sparsely scattered oxidation staining. The rifle was sighted with a simple bead front sight, there is currently only the base of that sight left, it would appear as though the top ''bead'' portion snapped off many years ago, now only an inverted ''V'' remains, there is a u-notch rear with platinum index line, the base graduated to 400 yards and flip-up adjustable ladder sight graduated to 4800 yards. The top flat is maker marked ''Geo Forrest & Sons Jedburg'' and the rebated breech shows some smoky color case-hardening with excellent quality tight flowing scroll atop, a platinum blowout plug at the breech with a flared right side bolster. The lock and tang are a pewter gray patina and show the same exceptional quality tight flowing English scroll, the lock with light borderline engraving and makers mark in riband ''Geo Forrest & Sons''. The hammer shows an engraved dolphin nose and actually shows an old repair to the spur which is so well done it is missed at first glance, the lock is fitted with a sliding safety. There is a simple tailpipe and the triggerguard and its front extension show the same near full coverage excellent quality scroll, this continuing on to the domed steel pistolgrip cap and tang of the smooth butt. English walnut stock rates fine with sharp edges good flat-top checkering with mullered borders and the expected overall light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The lock functions well mechanically and what is likely an original bone-tipped ramrod is present. There are some minor peen marks on the right diagonal flat near the makers marking, a top-notch metalworker who knew his business could doubtless peen them back down and make them far less noticeable, they are not that obtrusive to begin with. George Forrest was evidently active in Jedburgh from around 1825 to perhaps 1885. This is a handsome, Scottish-made rifle and with its nice bore would likely perform amiably with the proper loads worked up. (3C9670-34) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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Handsome British Single Shot Percussion Sporting Rifle by John Blissett

Handsome British Single Shot Percussion Sporting Rifle by John Blissett

Lot # 188 (Sale Order: 188 of 601)      

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serial #2480, .38 cal, 28 1/2'' octagon barrel with an about very good bore which shows light pitting its full-length. This is a very handsome and clearly well-made diminutive sporting rifle of small bore. The barrel retains excellent original damascus twist pattern in contrasting browns and pewter its full-length. There is a very scant bead dovetailed front sight and three-leaf square notch rear, one standing, two folding, showing remnants of fire blue. It is maker marked on the top flat ''John Blissett 321 High Holborn London'' and has a lovely rebated color case-hardened hooked breech with dual inlaid gold bands and platinum blowout plug showing a very small buck's head atop the flat. The tang shows lovely tight scroll engraving, small sprays of which are on the lockplate and flat of the hammer. They are each a dull pewter gray patina, the plate maker marked ''J Blissett'' with a recumbent buck just ahead of the hammer. The ramrod thimble has a very lightly engraved tailpipe and there is a neat pineapple finial front extension, neatly engraved with strong bright original blue on the bow of the guard, which is also engraved with tight foliate scroll. There is a checkered flared grip extension to the rear of the bow and the tang extension is serial numbered. The English walnut buttstock rates very fine with lovely grain figure and much original varnish showing the expected light dings and handling marks from the years. It has a horn forend tip, coarse checkering in a flawless wraparound pattern, un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline and a 14'' length of pull to the smooth steel buttplate, with a nicely engraved tang, which shows some strong original blue. The lock features a robust hammer spring and will hold on its half-cock notch, not at full, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. The barrel, breech plug and triggerguard tang are all numbered alike. An absolutely beautiful little smallbore British stalking rifle that sadly has a slightly neglected bore, but likely will still spin a patched ball well. (3C9670-98) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
serial #2480, .38 cal, 28 1/2'' octagon barrel with an about very good bore which shows light pitting its full-length. This is a very handsome and clearly well-made dimin...moreutive sporting rifle of small bore. The barrel retains excellent original damascus twist pattern in contrasting browns and pewter its full-length. There is a very scant bead dovetailed front sight and three-leaf square notch rear, one standing, two folding, showing remnants of fire blue. It is maker marked on the top flat ''John Blissett 321 High Holborn London'' and has a lovely rebated color case-hardened hooked breech with dual inlaid gold bands and platinum blowout plug showing a very small buck's head atop the flat. The tang shows lovely tight scroll engraving, small sprays of which are on the lockplate and flat of the hammer. They are each a dull pewter gray patina, the plate maker marked ''J Blissett'' with a recumbent buck just ahead of the hammer. The ramrod thimble has a very lightly engraved tailpipe and there is a neat pineapple finial front extension, neatly engraved with strong bright original blue on the bow of the guard, which is also engraved with tight foliate scroll. There is a checkered flared grip extension to the rear of the bow and the tang extension is serial numbered. The English walnut buttstock rates very fine with lovely grain figure and much original varnish showing the expected light dings and handling marks from the years. It has a horn forend tip, coarse checkering in a flawless wraparound pattern, un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline and a 14'' length of pull to the smooth steel buttplate, with a nicely engraved tang, which shows some strong original blue. The lock features a robust hammer spring and will hold on its half-cock notch, not at full, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. The barrel, breech plug and triggerguard tang are all numbered alike. An absolutely beautiful little smallbore British stalking rifle that sadly has a slightly neglected bore, but likely will still spin a patched ball well. (3C9670-98) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

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Beautiful British Percussion Single Barrel Fowler by Edge

Beautiful British Percussion Single Barrel Fowler by Edge

Lot # 189 (Sale Order: 189 of 601)      

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serial #1340, 16 bore, 29 1/2'' barrel with Rigby flats at its rear and a bright fine bore which shows some scattered light oxidation or perhaps the widely scattered sparse light pit here and there. The barrel is lovely showing a three tone brown and pewter damascus twist pattern its full-length and features a simple brass bead front sight. As-mentioned there are Rigby flats at the rear and a rebated hooked tang breech with gold tone blowout plug and simple engraved gamebird. ''John William Edge'' is engraved on the top flat and there is a single gold inlaid band at the rear, the tang showing lovely quality tight flowing English scroll. The lockplate shows some strong remnants of original color case-hardening with nice banknote filigree bordering and excellent quality flowing scroll front and rear with gamebirds at its center along with the makers name; the nice filigree and engraving continues on the hammer, the nose engraved in a dolphin-head. The balance of the iron surfaces show remnants of bright blue or are smooth brown and pewter patina. The tailpipe shows light scroll engraving, the front extension lightly chiseled with exquisite engraving, which continues onto the bow of the guard and long tang of the butt. The English walnut stock rates very fine to near excellent, with light handling marks and much original varnish. It features a horn forend tip with coarse checkering at the grip and forend with nice mullered borders, there is an oval silver monogram plate atop the wrist engraved ''FWW''. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the length of pull to the smooth steel butt is 14''. What is likely the original ramrod is present and there are very light bite marks from a vise at left and rear flat of breech plug but they are missed at first glance. A very beautiful single barrel British fowler in a very fine state of condition from this respected maker. (3B9670-97) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #1340, 16 bore, 29 1/2'' barrel with Rigby flats at its rear and a bright fine bore which shows some scattered light oxidation or perhaps the widely scattered spar...morese light pit here and there. The barrel is lovely showing a three tone brown and pewter damascus twist pattern its full-length and features a simple brass bead front sight. As-mentioned there are Rigby flats at the rear and a rebated hooked tang breech with gold tone blowout plug and simple engraved gamebird. ''John William Edge'' is engraved on the top flat and there is a single gold inlaid band at the rear, the tang showing lovely quality tight flowing English scroll. The lockplate shows some strong remnants of original color case-hardening with nice banknote filigree bordering and excellent quality flowing scroll front and rear with gamebirds at its center along with the makers name; the nice filigree and engraving continues on the hammer, the nose engraved in a dolphin-head. The balance of the iron surfaces show remnants of bright blue or are smooth brown and pewter patina. The tailpipe shows light scroll engraving, the front extension lightly chiseled with exquisite engraving, which continues onto the bow of the guard and long tang of the butt. The English walnut stock rates very fine to near excellent, with light handling marks and much original varnish. It features a horn forend tip with coarse checkering at the grip and forend with nice mullered borders, there is an oval silver monogram plate atop the wrist engraved ''FWW''. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the length of pull to the smooth steel butt is 14''. What is likely the original ramrod is present and there are very light bite marks from a vise at left and rear flat of breech plug but they are missed at first glance. A very beautiful single barrel British fowler in a very fine state of condition from this respected maker. (3B9670-97) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

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Extremely Rare Freund Alteration of a Sharps Model 1877 Rifle

Extremely Rare Freund Alteration of a Sharps Model 1877 Rifle

Lot # 190 (Sale Order: 190 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 25,000High Estimate: 50,000
40-90, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a near excellent bright bore. This is an extremely handsome rifle that has a very storied history. There are only 8 known Freund conversions using this model Sharps, which is perhaps the most handsome model of the Sharps line. This rifle features Freund's cam action breechblock, double extractor, hammer and sights. The lockplate is engraved with scroll and at center "FREUND'S PT. / WYOMING ARMORY / CHEYENNE WYO. T. U.S.A.". The frame is also engraved in lovely scroll with the right side of the frame engraved "R. Ashworth" and the left "Freund's / American / Frontier". This rifle was once part of John Amber's collection and images of the rifle appear in an early edition of Cartridges of the World as well as in the 1958 edition of Gun Digest. The rifle was in Amber's shop when it burned, reports are that his wife who suffered from mental illness set the fire. The rifle was recovered after the fire and all metal parts were placed in kerosene to stop the effects of the fire. The stocks were burned away and the sideplate and buttplate were missing. This is all documented in Pablo Ballentine's Freund & Bro. Pioneer Gunmakers to the West where the rifle is also illustrated in both color and black and white and discussed in detail including background information on R. Ashworth. When Amber received the rifle the name "R. Ashworth" had been defaced presumably by a period owner. After the rifle was acquired by Ballentine, in its post-fire condition, he sent it to Ed Webber of Big Timber Montana who is a well-respected gunsmith who actually built 1877 Sharps rifles. Mr. Webber was able to plane away tiny layers of the defaced metal and taking smoke tracings at regular intervals. Eventually he was able to decipher the letters so that this could be restored. The engraving on the rifle was executed and/or refreshed by none other than Lynton McKenzie. Webber also restocked the rifle which are the stocks that are seen in Ballentine's book which were more blonde in color. The current owner took the rifle to renowned gunsmith Warren Sellke in Colorado and had what he felt were a more appropriate set of stocks made for the rifle. They are of beautifully figured American Black walnut with rounded pistolgrip, horn schnabel tip and a beautifully made checkered steel buttplate with sliding trapdoor compartment. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining 98% lovely rust blue finish with "FINE CAST STEEL" being boldly engraved on the top breech section. The frame and lock show 95% wonderful color case-hardened finish which has been expertly softened to show proper age, really a wonderful color case-hardening job. The lock shows slightly more softening in area where the shooter's hand would make contact. The breechblock pin shows light engraving with nicely sculpted tip. The rifle is equipped with adjustable double set triggers and original Freund sights. The front sight is engraved "F.W. FREUND'S PATENT", the rear barrel sight is engraved "Freund's Pat 1880". The stocks are expertly made and show crisp checkering and 98% hand rubbed oil finish. Richard Ashworth immigrated from England to Powder River, Wyoming in 1881 seeking his fortune as a cattle rancher. Ashworth purchased herds of cattle from Oregon and Nevada and later took on a British partner named Johnson. The two would become prosperous cattlemen and would return to England in the early 1890's. Ashworth would apparently return to the U.S. but we assume this rifle was sold or given away when he left in the 1890s. Freund altered rifles are very rare, highly sought after and are prized by those collectors fortunate enough to own them. They are the epitome of the Western Frontier rifle and today conjure up images of days past when well-to-do gentlemen would hunt buffalo on the plains. While these rifles do not trade often when they do, they are regularly trading in the six figures, even the more common 1874 Freund Converted rifles, of which there are far more known than these ultra-rare 1877 rifles. Many of these rifles are traded among private collectors who covet them and long for an opportunity to one day become their caretaker. This opportunity to purchase one at public auction is rare and should not be overlooked as your next chance at one could be 20, 30, 40 or more years down the road. A truly fabulous American rifle, once part of the celebrated John Amber collection and painstakingly restored to its current glory by true scholars of the subject and world class artisans. (1F9790-67) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (25,000/50,000)
40-90, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a near excellent bright bore. This is an extremely handsome rifle that has a very storied history. There are only 8 known F...morereund conversions using this model Sharps, which is perhaps the most handsome model of the Sharps line. This rifle features Freund's cam action breechblock, double extractor, hammer and sights. The lockplate is engraved with scroll and at center "FREUND'S PT. / WYOMING ARMORY / CHEYENNE WYO. T. U.S.A.". The frame is also engraved in lovely scroll with the right side of the frame engraved "R. Ashworth" and the left "Freund's / American / Frontier". This rifle was once part of John Amber's collection and images of the rifle appear in an early edition of Cartridges of the World as well as in the 1958 edition of Gun Digest. The rifle was in Amber's shop when it burned, reports are that his wife who suffered from mental illness set the fire. The rifle was recovered after the fire and all metal parts were placed in kerosene to stop the effects of the fire. The stocks were burned away and the sideplate and buttplate were missing. This is all documented in Pablo Ballentine's Freund & Bro. Pioneer Gunmakers to the West where the rifle is also illustrated in both color and black and white and discussed in detail including background information on R. Ashworth. When Amber received the rifle the name "R. Ashworth" had been defaced presumably by a period owner. After the rifle was acquired by Ballentine, in its post-fire condition, he sent it to Ed Webber of Big Timber Montana who is a well-respected gunsmith who actually built 1877 Sharps rifles. Mr. Webber was able to plane away tiny layers of the defaced metal and taking smoke tracings at regular intervals. Eventually he was able to decipher the letters so that this could be restored. The engraving on the rifle was executed and/or refreshed by none other than Lynton McKenzie. Webber also restocked the rifle which are the stocks that are seen in Ballentine's book which were more blonde in color. The current owner took the rifle to renowned gunsmith Warren Sellke in Colorado and had what he felt were a more appropriate set of stocks made for the rifle. They are of beautifully figured American Black walnut with rounded pistolgrip, horn schnabel tip and a beautifully made checkered steel buttplate with sliding trapdoor compartment. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining 98% lovely rust blue finish with "FINE CAST STEEL" being boldly engraved on the top breech section. The frame and lock show 95% wonderful color case-hardened finish which has been expertly softened to show proper age, really a wonderful color case-hardening job. The lock shows slightly more softening in area where the shooter's hand would make contact. The breechblock pin shows light engraving with nicely sculpted tip. The rifle is equipped with adjustable double set triggers and original Freund sights. The front sight is engraved "F.W. FREUND'S PATENT", the rear barrel sight is engraved "Freund's Pat 1880". The stocks are expertly made and show crisp checkering and 98% hand rubbed oil finish. Richard Ashworth immigrated from England to Powder River, Wyoming in 1881 seeking his fortune as a cattle rancher. Ashworth purchased herds of cattle from Oregon and Nevada and later took on a British partner named Johnson. The two would become prosperous cattlemen and would return to England in the early 1890's. Ashworth would apparently return to the U.S. but we assume this rifle was sold or given away when he left in the 1890s. Freund altered rifles are very rare, highly sought after and are prized by those collectors fortunate enough to own them. They are the epitome of the Western Frontier rifle and today conjure up images of days past when well-to-do gentlemen would hunt buffalo on the plains. While these rifles do not trade often when they do, they are regularly trading in the six figures, even the more common 1874 Freund Converted rifles, of which there are far more known than these ultra-rare 1877 rifles. Many of these rifles are traded among private collectors who covet them and long for an opportunity to one day become their caretaker. This opportunity to purchase one at public auction is rare and should not be overlooked as your next chance at one could be 20, 30, 40 or more years down the road. A truly fabulous American rifle, once part of the celebrated John Amber collection and painstakingly restored to its current glory by true scholars of the subject and world class artisans. (1F9790-67) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (25,000/50,000)

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Fine U.S. Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol by Remington

Fine U.S. Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol by Remington

Lot # 191 (Sale Order: 191 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #2162, 50 CF, 8" round barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered small areas of mild pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this pistol retains about 90-92% original blue showing a few small areas of old oxidation staining and some mild thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The action retains about 90% vibrant case-hardened colors muting slightly along the left side and tangs also with some sparsely scattered mild freckling and remnants of protective lacquer. The frame screw heads show a little mild slot wear but otherwise retain strong fire blue, the trigger also with nice brilliant fire blue and action pins with fine straw color. The retainer plate, hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing a little gray-brown freckling. The Remington's Ilion frame markings and patent dates remain crisp and clear along with the appropriate "P" and "S" proof marks. The smooth walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish with some sparsely scattered tiny dings and a crisp "CRS" inspector's cartouche on the left side. The forend rates very good plus showing a repaired thin crack along its length on the underside starting to flex very slightly at the tip and some other scattered light dings. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these short-lived army pistols that would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial or antique arms collection. (13B9857-14) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #2162, 50 CF, 8" round barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered small areas of mild pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barre...morel of this pistol retains about 90-92% original blue showing a few small areas of old oxidation staining and some mild thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The action retains about 90% vibrant case-hardened colors muting slightly along the left side and tangs also with some sparsely scattered mild freckling and remnants of protective lacquer. The frame screw heads show a little mild slot wear but otherwise retain strong fire blue, the trigger also with nice brilliant fire blue and action pins with fine straw color. The retainer plate, hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing a little gray-brown freckling. The Remington's Ilion frame markings and patent dates remain crisp and clear along with the appropriate "P" and "S" proof marks. The smooth walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish with some sparsely scattered tiny dings and a crisp "CRS" inspector's cartouche on the left side. The forend rates very good plus showing a repaired thin crack along its length on the underside starting to flex very slightly at the tip and some other scattered light dings. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these short-lived army pistols that would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial or antique arms collection. (13B9857-14) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Rare & Very Fine Remington Model 1887 Navy Frame Rolling Block Target Pistol

Rare & Very Fine Remington Model 1887 Navy Frame Rolling Block Target Pistol

Lot # 192 (Sale Order: 192 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #3346, 22 RF, 8" round barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple mild freckles and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this lovely "plinker" model retain about 94-95% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some light flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina along the sides of the frame and bow of the triggerguard, some mild edge wear and faint thinning along the barrel, the barrel also showing two very small spots of old minor oxidation. The frame screw heads show a hint of mild slot wear and some faint straw color while the hammer retains almost all of its lovely rich straw color with some mild freckling. The trigger shows nice pale fire blue along the sides and the rear sight and front sight base show brilliant bright fire blue. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address and Remingtons Ilion address and patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear and the arm retains its naval proof marks "P / F.C.W." along the right frame edge. The smooth walnut grip and forend remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered tiny dings and mild handling marks with strong original finish. The grip is stamp-numbered matching the frame and the forend is pencil-numbered matching. The pistol is equipped with the correct No. 4 rifle rear sight and German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful investment-grade Remington pistol, one of only about 100 produced. (13D9857-17) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
serial #3346, 22 RF, 8" round barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple mild freckles and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this lovely "plinker...more" model retain about 94-95% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some light flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina along the sides of the frame and bow of the triggerguard, some mild edge wear and faint thinning along the barrel, the barrel also showing two very small spots of old minor oxidation. The frame screw heads show a hint of mild slot wear and some faint straw color while the hammer retains almost all of its lovely rich straw color with some mild freckling. The trigger shows nice pale fire blue along the sides and the rear sight and front sight base show brilliant bright fire blue. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address and Remingtons Ilion address and patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear and the arm retains its naval proof marks "P / F.C.W." along the right frame edge. The smooth walnut grip and forend remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered tiny dings and mild handling marks with strong original finish. The grip is stamp-numbered matching the frame and the forend is pencil-numbered matching. The pistol is equipped with the correct No. 4 rifle rear sight and German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful investment-grade Remington pistol, one of only about 100 produced. (13D9857-17) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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Fine Remington Model 1891 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Fine Remington Model 1891 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Lot # 193 (Sale Order: 193 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #1437, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely pistol retains about 92% original blue with most of the loss due to silvering at the high edges and sides, some very fine pinprick pitting also noted along the sides and scattered light handling marks. The action retains about 90% strong case-hardened colors muting slightly to a mild gray patina and the gripstraps toning to silvery case-hardened patina. There are still a few flakes of original protective lacquer scattered about, the breechblock, hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some light high edge wear and the remaining small parts show very nice fire blue and straw finishes. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address, "25" caliber designation and seven patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition showing some areas darkened from the years, three small notches on the bottom left edge and a few light dings. The internal number on the grip is difficult to discern and the barrel is matching the frame. The rear sight has been replaced with a later sporting sight similar to the Remington offering and the front sight is a very tall replacement fine bead. The half cock notch is worn but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these desirable Remington target pistols. [Former Fritz Baehr Collection] (13B9362-54) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #1437, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely pistol retains about 92% original blue with most o...moref the loss due to silvering at the high edges and sides, some very fine pinprick pitting also noted along the sides and scattered light handling marks. The action retains about 90% strong case-hardened colors muting slightly to a mild gray patina and the gripstraps toning to silvery case-hardened patina. There are still a few flakes of original protective lacquer scattered about, the breechblock, hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some light high edge wear and the remaining small parts show very nice fire blue and straw finishes. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address, "25" caliber designation and seven patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition showing some areas darkened from the years, three small notches on the bottom left edge and a few light dings. The internal number on the grip is difficult to discern and the barrel is matching the frame. The rear sight has been replaced with a later sporting sight similar to the Remington offering and the front sight is a very tall replacement fine bead. The half cock notch is worn but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these desirable Remington target pistols. [Former Fritz Baehr Collection] (13B9362-54) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

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Rare Freund Brothers Modified Remington Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Rare Freund Brothers Modified Remington Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot # 194 (Sale Order: 194 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 15,000High Estimate: 25,000
serial #D586, 40-70, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is engraved on the top flat of barrel in fancy script "Freund & Bro Denver Colorado U.S.A." with "E. REMINGTON & SONS" marking being closer to breech and partially beneath the rear sight. The belly of the action is engraved just ahead of the Freund triggers "Pat July 28th 1874 / No. 153432". The left side of the action shows proper patent dates and the rifle shows matching serial numbers on the bottom of the barrel, end grain of the forend, lower exterior tang of action (just ahead of rear screw hole), top tang inlet of stock, inside of buttplate and on the underside of the Freund made triggerguard. This rifle appears to have arrived at Freund's as a standard No. 1 sporting rifle. The Freund alterations include shell carving at the cheeks of the stock and tip of the forend, both appear to be original Remington stocks which were checkered and carved by Freund. The rifle is equipped with Freund's adjustable double set triggers and nickel plated steel finger spur triggerguard with finely checkered "pistol grip". Additionally the rifle features a large Freund breechblock spur which is affixed to the face of the breechblock by three screws. The rifle is equipped with a German Silver blade Rocky Mountain front and standard Remington rear barrel sight with sliding elevator. This dovetail is just about 4" from the frame and the sight covers part of the barrel address, there is an addition narrow (.280") dovetail and a single hole drilled and tapped just to the rear of the narrow dovetail. Additionally, there is a long range unmarked Winchester folding tang mounted peepsight. The condition of the rifle is quite nice considering these frontier arms typically saw hard use. The barrel retains about 75% evenly thinning original blue finish which is blending with a smooth gray brown patina and generally free of any pitting with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action retains about 80% original color case-hardened finish which has faded over time but is pleasing in appearance and remains smooth with all markings being clear and legible. The adjustable double set triggers function properly. The stocks show Freund's checkering and shell carving and retain perhaps 50% finish which appears to be the Freund applied finish. The checkering remains quite strong and carving is crisp. The original Remington sporting buttplate is present and looks to have been nickel plated at time of alteration. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 216 & 217 when it was part of the David Carter collection. Frontier altered or improved rifles by makers such as Freund and Gove are very much sought after today. A very fine Freund altered Rolling Block rifle that exudes the romance of the Western Frontier. (1F9790-83) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (15,000/25,000)
serial #D586, 40-70, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is engraved on the top flat of barrel in fancy script "Freund & Bro Denver Colorado U.S.A...more." with "E. REMINGTON & SONS" marking being closer to breech and partially beneath the rear sight. The belly of the action is engraved just ahead of the Freund triggers "Pat July 28th 1874 / No. 153432". The left side of the action shows proper patent dates and the rifle shows matching serial numbers on the bottom of the barrel, end grain of the forend, lower exterior tang of action (just ahead of rear screw hole), top tang inlet of stock, inside of buttplate and on the underside of the Freund made triggerguard. This rifle appears to have arrived at Freund's as a standard No. 1 sporting rifle. The Freund alterations include shell carving at the cheeks of the stock and tip of the forend, both appear to be original Remington stocks which were checkered and carved by Freund. The rifle is equipped with Freund's adjustable double set triggers and nickel plated steel finger spur triggerguard with finely checkered "pistol grip". Additionally the rifle features a large Freund breechblock spur which is affixed to the face of the breechblock by three screws. The rifle is equipped with a German Silver blade Rocky Mountain front and standard Remington rear barrel sight with sliding elevator. This dovetail is just about 4" from the frame and the sight covers part of the barrel address, there is an addition narrow (.280") dovetail and a single hole drilled and tapped just to the rear of the narrow dovetail. Additionally, there is a long range unmarked Winchester folding tang mounted peepsight. The condition of the rifle is quite nice considering these frontier arms typically saw hard use. The barrel retains about 75% evenly thinning original blue finish which is blending with a smooth gray brown patina and generally free of any pitting with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action retains about 80% original color case-hardened finish which has faded over time but is pleasing in appearance and remains smooth with all markings being clear and legible. The adjustable double set triggers function properly. The stocks show Freund's checkering and shell carving and retain perhaps 50% finish which appears to be the Freund applied finish. The checkering remains quite strong and carving is crisp. The original Remington sporting buttplate is present and looks to have been nickel plated at time of alteration. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 216 & 217 when it was part of the David Carter collection. Frontier altered or improved rifles by makers such as Freund and Gove are very much sought after today. A very fine Freund altered Rolling Block rifle that exudes the romance of the Western Frontier. (1F9790-83) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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Very Fine Remington Model 1901 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Very Fine Remington Model 1901 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Lot # 195 (Sale Order: 195 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #1892, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive pistol retains about 96% original blue showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and minor edge wear. The frame retains about 95% original vibrant case-hardened colors with some small areas toning to a mild gray patina on the right side, some silvering along the high edges and some remnants of original protective lacquer along the left side. The breechblock and trigger retain about 90% original blue with some light operational wear, the hammer is mostly bright showing a few light freckles and the action pins retain all of their lovely straw color. The barrel markings remain crisp with Remington Arms Co. address and large "25-10 RF" designation on the underside. The checkered walnut grip and forend remain in very fine condition retaining most of their antique varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. This is a rather peculiar example as the frame does not bear any of the usual markings and it is sighted with an 1891-style sporting rear sight (elevation slider is a replacement) and silver bead front sight. A wonderful Rolling Block target pistol for the Remington collector only a handful of which were made in 25 Stevens. (13B9362-49) {C&R} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #1892, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive pistol retains about 96% original blue showing...more some scattered light dings, handling marks and minor edge wear. The frame retains about 95% original vibrant case-hardened colors with some small areas toning to a mild gray patina on the right side, some silvering along the high edges and some remnants of original protective lacquer along the left side. The breechblock and trigger retain about 90% original blue with some light operational wear, the hammer is mostly bright showing a few light freckles and the action pins retain all of their lovely straw color. The barrel markings remain crisp with Remington Arms Co. address and large "25-10 RF" designation on the underside. The checkered walnut grip and forend remain in very fine condition retaining most of their antique varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. This is a rather peculiar example as the frame does not bear any of the usual markings and it is sighted with an 1891-style sporting rear sight (elevation slider is a replacement) and silver bead front sight. A wonderful Rolling Block target pistol for the Remington collector only a handful of which were made in 25 Stevens. (13B9362-49) {C&R} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

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British Brass Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss by Bennett

British Brass Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss by Bennett

Lot # 196 (Sale Order: 196 of 601)      

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About .60 cal, flaring to 1 1/8'' at the muzzle with 13 1/2'' part octagon, part round brass barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a very pleasing goldenrod patina and features a flared cannon-belled muzzle with large medial and another turned medial at the point of transition. It is marked ''Royal-Exchange-London'' on its top flat with British proofs and makers touchmark ''IB'' on its left diagonal flat, the iron tang showing some very light engraving. The lock has a nice beveled edge with a step at the rear and a small teat which shows a tiny bit of engraving, it is marked ''Bennett'' at its center beneath the pan. The swan neck cock shows a bit of light engraving as well and the arm features a bridled frizzen and a lightly chiseled tail on the frizzen spring. The balance of the hardware is brass with simple ramrod thimble, lightly engraved tailpipe extension and an acorn finial on the triggerguard front extension, the wide bow with very light floral engraving. The smooth brass buttplate shows a lightly engraved tang with an image of a bow and arrow with quiver and there is a simple oval brass monogram plate atop the wrist which is un-engraved. The English walnut stock rates very fine with sharp edges and much original varnish, showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, what is likely the original horn-tipped ramrod is present. The lock is crisp and functions well mechanically. John Bennett was active at Royal Exchange London from about 1781 to around 1802, after-which he moved to adjacent Threadneedle Street and incorporated his wife Elizabeth in the trade. A very handsome British brass-barreled blunderbuss in a fine state of condition. (3B9849-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
About .60 cal, flaring to 1 1/8'' at the muzzle with 13 1/2'' part octagon, part round brass barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a very pleasing goldenrod ...morepatina and features a flared cannon-belled muzzle with large medial and another turned medial at the point of transition. It is marked ''Royal-Exchange-London'' on its top flat with British proofs and makers touchmark ''IB'' on its left diagonal flat, the iron tang showing some very light engraving. The lock has a nice beveled edge with a step at the rear and a small teat which shows a tiny bit of engraving, it is marked ''Bennett'' at its center beneath the pan. The swan neck cock shows a bit of light engraving as well and the arm features a bridled frizzen and a lightly chiseled tail on the frizzen spring. The balance of the hardware is brass with simple ramrod thimble, lightly engraved tailpipe extension and an acorn finial on the triggerguard front extension, the wide bow with very light floral engraving. The smooth brass buttplate shows a lightly engraved tang with an image of a bow and arrow with quiver and there is a simple oval brass monogram plate atop the wrist which is un-engraved. The English walnut stock rates very fine with sharp edges and much original varnish, showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, what is likely the original horn-tipped ramrod is present. The lock is crisp and functions well mechanically. John Bennett was active at Royal Exchange London from about 1781 to around 1802, after-which he moved to adjacent Threadneedle Street and incorporated his wife Elizabeth in the trade. A very handsome British brass-barreled blunderbuss in a fine state of condition. (3B9849-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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British Brass Barrel Blunderbuss with Top Snap Bayonet

British Brass Barrel Blunderbuss with Top Snap Bayonet

Lot # 197 (Sale Order: 197 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
About .80 cal, flaring to 1 1/4'' at the muzzle. 15 1/2'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel is an ochre and goldenrod patina and features a widely flared cannon-belled muzzle with an astragal and fillet roughly 2'' to the rear of the face, showing two turned medials halfway down its length, with British proofs on the left radius and a makers touchmark ''TH'' beneath a lion. There is a 14 1/2'' top-snap bayonet with 13'' triangular blade with face and back flutes, the blade showing light and moderate pitting its full-length. The iron tang is a dull oxidized brown patina and the sliding bayonet catch is somewhat loose but does catch the tip, if only just. The unmarked lock plate, hammer and all the attendant parts show some light and moderate pitting and are a dull brown patina, showing only remnants of what was likely a makers mark at its center. It features a simple unbridled frizzen and appears to be original to the gun although the wood has shrunk somewhat from the years along the bottom edge, with a chip missing at the top edge behind the cock. There is a simple sheet brass ramrod thimble which shows some dings and a rather heavy unadorned brass triggerguard which is very sea-service-like. The unadorned heavy sheet brass buttplate is affixed with a single screw at the top tang and a number of iron brads around the periphery at the butt and the brass sideplate is very second model Brown Bess-like, being flat, serpentine, with rear teat. The English walnut stock rates very good showing an old cleaning many years ago with deep comb flutes and a round cross-section at the wrist showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, a deeply branded ''2'' on the right side of the butt, with some older drying cracks adjacent. The barrel is retained by two pins, the pin holes show a more recent repair with the addition of some synthetic filler, no doubt to tighten up a loose barrel, it rides snugly in the stock currently. There is a 3'' chip missing at the right front of the stock at its nosecap and the toe of the buttplate hangs quite a bit proud, the triggerguard as well being somewhat loose in fit. The lock does function mechanically however the hammer spring seems quite light and the lock screws are obvious replacements, their heads being quite small, a replacement ramrod is also present. Currently the bayonet catch at the muzzle is a bit loose and the bayonet will not lock into place, likely a good thing as the release spring button is missing, but these would be an easy repair. Still a rather respectable example of an early British blunderbuss with top-snap bayonet, that could be spruced up a bit by a competent antique man. (3B9869-3) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
About .80 cal, flaring to 1 1/4'' at the muzzle. 15 1/2'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel is an ochre and goldenrod patina and features a widely flared cannon-be...morelled muzzle with an astragal and fillet roughly 2'' to the rear of the face, showing two turned medials halfway down its length, with British proofs on the left radius and a makers touchmark ''TH'' beneath a lion. There is a 14 1/2'' top-snap bayonet with 13'' triangular blade with face and back flutes, the blade showing light and moderate pitting its full-length. The iron tang is a dull oxidized brown patina and the sliding bayonet catch is somewhat loose but does catch the tip, if only just. The unmarked lock plate, hammer and all the attendant parts show some light and moderate pitting and are a dull brown patina, showing only remnants of what was likely a makers mark at its center. It features a simple unbridled frizzen and appears to be original to the gun although the wood has shrunk somewhat from the years along the bottom edge, with a chip missing at the top edge behind the cock. There is a simple sheet brass ramrod thimble which shows some dings and a rather heavy unadorned brass triggerguard which is very sea-service-like. The unadorned heavy sheet brass buttplate is affixed with a single screw at the top tang and a number of iron brads around the periphery at the butt and the brass sideplate is very second model Brown Bess-like, being flat, serpentine, with rear teat. The English walnut stock rates very good showing an old cleaning many years ago with deep comb flutes and a round cross-section at the wrist showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, a deeply branded ''2'' on the right side of the butt, with some older drying cracks adjacent. The barrel is retained by two pins, the pin holes show a more recent repair with the addition of some synthetic filler, no doubt to tighten up a loose barrel, it rides snugly in the stock currently. There is a 3'' chip missing at the right front of the stock at its nosecap and the toe of the buttplate hangs quite a bit proud, the triggerguard as well being somewhat loose in fit. The lock does function mechanically however the hammer spring seems quite light and the lock screws are obvious replacements, their heads being quite small, a replacement ramrod is also present. Currently the bayonet catch at the muzzle is a bit loose and the bayonet will not lock into place, likely a good thing as the release spring button is missing, but these would be an easy repair. Still a rather respectable example of an early British blunderbuss with top-snap bayonet, that could be spruced up a bit by a competent antique man. (3B9869-3) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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Fine Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Fine Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 198 (Sale Order: 198 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #67745, 38-56 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore showing a couple tiny scattered pinprick pits and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this handsome rifle retain about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered specks of lightly cleaned old oxidation staining, some small light pits mostly along the high edges of the left side and a few more minor handling marks. The action retains about 85% fine case-hardened colors toning to a silvery pewter patina with some areas of light pitting along the edges and some fine scratches along the right side. The colors are particularly vibrant along the left side, lower tang and inside of the lever still retaining remnants of protected lacquer. The buttplate is a mottled gray showing some old oxidation staining and the nosecap shows a healthy amount of vibrant colors. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue showing a couple tiny pinprick pits, the loading gate retains a similar amount of lovely pale fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus to perhaps very fine condition retaining about 90% original finish thinning along the forend and showing a 7/8" rectangular chip at the left side heel, some scattered light dings and handling marks with otherwise nice raised grain. The rear sight dovetail has been blanked and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman No. 52 tang sight and a Beach combination front sight, the globe dented in very slightly. This is a very attractive rifle made in 1892 with some wonderful original condition. (13D9746-38) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
serial #67745, 38-56 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore showing a couple tiny scattered pinprick pits and otherwise strong riflin...moreg throughout. The barrel and magazine of this handsome rifle retain about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered specks of lightly cleaned old oxidation staining, some small light pits mostly along the high edges of the left side and a few more minor handling marks. The action retains about 85% fine case-hardened colors toning to a silvery pewter patina with some areas of light pitting along the edges and some fine scratches along the right side. The colors are particularly vibrant along the left side, lower tang and inside of the lever still retaining remnants of protected lacquer. The buttplate is a mottled gray showing some old oxidation staining and the nosecap shows a healthy amount of vibrant colors. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue showing a couple tiny pinprick pits, the loading gate retains a similar amount of lovely pale fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus to perhaps very fine condition retaining about 90% original finish thinning along the forend and showing a 7/8" rectangular chip at the left side heel, some scattered light dings and handling marks with otherwise nice raised grain. The rear sight dovetail has been blanked and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman No. 52 tang sight and a Beach combination front sight, the globe dented in very slightly. This is a very attractive rifle made in 1892 with some wonderful original condition. (13D9746-38) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 199 (Sale Order: 199 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #114138, 50 Express, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout still quite strong for a few inches ahead of the chamber. The barrel and magazine of this 1897-made rifle retain perhaps 70-75% original blue thinning and toning to plum-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining, some light dings and minor pitting. The barrel address remains completely intact and strong and the caliber designation is slightly obscured by some old pitting but legible. The action is toning to a mix of mottled gray-brown and silvery case-hardened patina showing some overall light pitting, old oxidation staining and small dings with some more moderate tool marks along the back edge of the loading gate assembly. Remarkably there are still some vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the protected edges, particularly the rear corner right side frame. The bolt has mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing some light pitting while the nosecap and buttplate are a milder gray. Some of the screw heads show light slot wear with some circumferential wear evident along the nosecap screws and the frame markings remain intact. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered mild abrasions, light dings and small scratches with an area a little shy of the upper tang. The rifle is sighted with a later 1927 patent sporting rear sight, silver bead front sight and the action is a little bit sluggish but otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable example of a desirable 50 Express rifle that has seen honest use. (13B9746-51) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
serial #114138, 50 Express, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout still quite strong for a few inches ahead of the...more chamber. The barrel and magazine of this 1897-made rifle retain perhaps 70-75% original blue thinning and toning to plum-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining, some light dings and minor pitting. The barrel address remains completely intact and strong and the caliber designation is slightly obscured by some old pitting but legible. The action is toning to a mix of mottled gray-brown and silvery case-hardened patina showing some overall light pitting, old oxidation staining and small dings with some more moderate tool marks along the back edge of the loading gate assembly. Remarkably there are still some vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the protected edges, particularly the rear corner right side frame. The bolt has mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing some light pitting while the nosecap and buttplate are a milder gray. Some of the screw heads show light slot wear with some circumferential wear evident along the nosecap screws and the frame markings remain intact. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered mild abrasions, light dings and small scratches with an area a little shy of the upper tang. The rifle is sighted with a later 1927 patent sporting rear sight, silver bead front sight and the action is a little bit sluggish but otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable example of a desirable 50 Express rifle that has seen honest use. (13B9746-51) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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German MG 34 Light Machine Gun by Brno with Lafette Tripod & Accessories

German MG 34 Light Machine Gun by Brno with Lafette Tripod & Accessories

Lot # 200 (Sale Order: 200 of 601)      

Low Estimate: 30,000High Estimate: 40,000
Description Update 11/17/2020: Saddle drum magazine model is MG15

Description Update 11/09/2020: Saddle drum magazine model is MG15

serial #842a, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a very good plus bore. This dot-coded 42-dated gun has matching numbers on the receiver, barrel shroud and buttstock, with remaining parts a mix of numbers, codes and Waffenamts. The metal retains about 90% arsenal refurbished blue with loss due to rear of receiver, straps and triggerguard, a mild gray patina, high edge wear and scattered blued-over light pitting. The dot code/1942 date on barrel shroud is faint while other markings are strong. The grooved grips rate very good plus with some scattered handling marks and a few chips here and there. The dark brown buttstock is similar showing light handling marks and strong serial number. The fire control group has been pinned to full auto only and a trigger group in original configuration is included; missing left grip panel, two lower rivets on right panel missing, showing scattered light staining. The action functions mechanically. Accompanying this arm is a host of accessories: Lafette tripod, four ammo cans with ten belts each, two starter tabs, one "E" can with spares, one "P" can with lubricant, one fortress ammo box, one cart ammo can, one saddle drum with repro top cover, two assault drums w/carrier, ranging tool, barrel mitt, sling, brass catcher, blank barrel, two spare barrels with carry case, AA mount, carry handle, winter trigger, optical sight with case, light, battery case, periscope and rheostat, and complete gunner's case. The tripod is serial number "747a", dated 1943, matching "747" on traverse arch, search-fire mechanism coded "bkh" w/42 date and serial number "4266a". The metal retains 80% flaking arsenal dark green paint. The green anodized aluminum sight mount is unmarked and more modern; pads are refurbished and dvr 42-coded leather straps included; the adjustment hardware functions.   The spare parts "E" can contains a pair of tinted eye covers, three rubber caps, three belt starter tabs, two wrenches, brush, asbestos mitt, spare bolt carrier, complete spare bolt numbered "4668III", spare feed tray and feed block, three-compartment tin with assorted spares, flash hider with case and spare recoil spring with case. The "P" can has two green oil cans in very fine condition. The 250-round "fortress" ammo can is coded "kr43" with faint Waffenamt showing a few scattered light dings; the cart-mounted can is similar showing some light pitting and 41 date and Waffenamt. The saddle drum is coded "wa42" and retains 80% original enamel flaking to gunmetal; the reproduction top cover and leather case rate near excellent. The two assault drums with carrier retain 90% flaking paint, showing minor dings and handling marks. The aluminum range tool shows crisp Waffenamt and rates near excellent. The mitt and brass catcher rate about very good. The blank firing barrel is coded "ixm", the rear insert "cnz" and "hth" and rates very fine retaining about 90% original blue with a fine bore. One spare barrel rates near excellent with a bright excellent bore, the other rates very fine with a very good bore with frosting in the grooves. The metal barrel case shows a faint maker code and overall light dings. The anti-aircraft mounting arm rates very fine, the nuts are replacements. The original MG Z sight retains crisp markings with "K.F." and "cme" code. The body retains about 92% dark green paint with thinning and mild high edge wear, the exposed hardware toning to gunmetal gray. All knobs and adjustments operate smoothly, optics a little bit discolored but serviceable. The green metal case rates very fine showing light flaking and handling marks, the interior maker-stamped, numbered "2017". The case contains two original filters, eyepiece, cleaning brush and cloth. Also includes gray-painted battery box, Busch sight illuminator with intact plug, rheostat and green-painted periscope all in near excellent condition. Last is a leather gunner's case rating very good showing missing rivets, lost strap, minor crackling but strong markings. Case contains complete spare bolt with light oxidation staining, belt tab, AA sight, oil can, shell extractor, chamber cleaning rod, wrench and combination screwdriver / shell extractor; the contents rating very good plus. This is a really wonderful ensemble. {C&R} [Fully Transferable on ATF Form 3 or 4] {CLASS III} (30,000/40,000)

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