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Auction No. 129 - Session 1

Auction No. 129 - Session 1

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Auction No. 129 - Session 1

Auction No. 129 - Session 1

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Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Single Action Army Third-Generation Revolver

Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Single Action Army Third-Generation Revolver

Lot # 126 (Sale Order: 126 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #SA90526, 45 Colt, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain all of their post-engraving nice quality nickel finish. Mr. Shostle has engraved this third-generation black powder-frame revolver in near full coverage with deep wide open flowing scroll with background stippled accents and nice geometric bordering and accenting throughout. The trigger, screws and spine of the hammer retain lovely deep blue finish. The genuine stag grips rate excellent to as-new. As-mentioned this has a black powder frame with single screw retaining the base pin, a bull's-eye-style ejector rod head and the left of frame has the three 1870 patent dates. Mr. Shostle has signed the gun on the left frame flat below the recoil shield. Overall a very handsome ''third Jenny'' with a very antique look. (3B1007-126) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
serial #SA90526, 45 Colt, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain all of their post-engraving nice quality nickel finish. Mr. Shostle has e...morengraved this third-generation black powder-frame revolver in near full coverage with deep wide open flowing scroll with background stippled accents and nice geometric bordering and accenting throughout. The trigger, screws and spine of the hammer retain lovely deep blue finish. The genuine stag grips rate excellent to as-new. As-mentioned this has a black powder frame with single screw retaining the base pin, a bull's-eye-style ejector rod head and the left of frame has the three 1870 patent dates. Mr. Shostle has signed the gun on the left frame flat below the recoil shield. Overall a very handsome ''third Jenny'' with a very antique look. (3B1007-126) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

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Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army US Artillery Model Revolver

Ben Shostle Engraved Colt Single Action Army US Artillery Model Revolver

Lot # 127 (Sale Order: 127 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #12041, 45 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright very fine bore which shows a couple spots of light pinprick pitting and oxidation. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus post-engraving blued and color case-hardened finishes. Mr. Shostle has engraved the arm with his deep relief open flowing foliate scroll flanking both sides of the barrel address, around the entire periphery of the cylinder, with a simple foliate border at rear and both sides of the frame. The left side of the frame still shows the ''U.S.'' marking, the top of the ''S'' restored at the time of the engraving. The triggerguard shows some light engraving around its front screw and at the root with a bit of engraving on the butt and engraving up the backstrap. Mr. Shostle has signed the gun beneath the left recoil shield as-is his norm. The arm wears a nice pair of genuine stag grips which fit very well. Frame, cylinder, and backstrap all show matching factory refinish numbers, also stamped with the letter ''B'', which is found inside the hammer recess of the frame; the barrel is numbered ''851'' and the serial number stamping on the frame is a modern block font and is un-serifed. The front sight has been re-contoured and regulated at some point, the barrel with modern, rather than blackpowder, rifling. A very attractive antique Single Action Army that Mr. Shostle has nicely improved. (3B1007-125) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #12041, 45 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright very fine bore which shows a couple spots of light pinprick pitting and oxidation. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus...more post-engraving blued and color case-hardened finishes. Mr. Shostle has engraved the arm with his deep relief open flowing foliate scroll flanking both sides of the barrel address, around the entire periphery of the cylinder, with a simple foliate border at rear and both sides of the frame. The left side of the frame still shows the ''U.S.'' marking, the top of the ''S'' restored at the time of the engraving. The triggerguard shows some light engraving around its front screw and at the root with a bit of engraving on the butt and engraving up the backstrap. Mr. Shostle has signed the gun beneath the left recoil shield as-is his norm. The arm wears a nice pair of genuine stag grips which fit very well. Frame, cylinder, and backstrap all show matching factory refinish numbers, also stamped with the letter ''B'', which is found inside the hammer recess of the frame; the barrel is numbered ''851'' and the serial number stamping on the frame is a modern block font and is un-serifed. The front sight has been re-contoured and regulated at some point, the barrel with modern, rather than blackpowder, rifling. A very attractive antique Single Action Army that Mr. Shostle has nicely improved. (3B1007-125) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Very Rare Handsome Parker A-1 Special Double Ejectorgun of James L. Crump of Holly-Bluff-on-Jourdan

Very Rare Handsome Parker A-1 Special Double Ejectorgun of James L. Crump of Holly-Bluff-on-Jourdan

Lot # 128 (Sale Order: 128 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 20,000High Estimate: 30,000
serial #137720, 12 ga., 32” Whitworth steel barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores, each of the tubes showing a small ding along their top edge about 4” from the muzzles. There is no wall-thickness noted below .030” most .035” or more. This rare Parker A-1 Special remains in very honest, fine as-found condition, being consigned directly from the family of the man who ordered and used the gun on his extensive plantation in Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Built on a No. 2 frame, the barrel shows perhaps 80% of a dark gray-blue fading original blue, mixing with a mottled pewter patina, showing some light oxidation staining about the surface. The nice engraved rings at the muzzles remain intact and the engraved wedges at the breeches remain crisp, the rib with dual ivory beads and “No. 1 Special Parker Brothers Makers Meriden Conn Whitworth Steel” hand engraved rather than roll-marked as-mentioned in The Parker Story. The frame is now a very pleasing pewter-tone patina with the open intertwining scroll and floral embellishment remaining crisp, the nice fine background punch-dot shading, three beaded ribs at the rear of each fence. The water table still shows the nice fine engine turning which matches the bottom of the barrel flats, fading a bit from the years. The triggers gold plating is fading somewhat but is strong at the roots and the bow of the guard is neatly pierced. The checkered capped pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates very fine with much original varnish, stunning grain figure, the special A-1 checkering remaining crisp, the fleur-de-lis’ at the rear of the cheeks a bit soft. The splinter forend is fully checkered and shows a bit more wear showing some smoothed points, all of the forend metal a deep pewter gray. The pistolgrip cap sits on a nice beaded flat brass spacer and has gold inlay at its center lightly engraved around the border with Mr. Crump’s name in an oval “James L Crump/New Orleans”. Close inspection reveals that the stock shows a repair to a break through its left side at wrist, the repair neatly camouflaged beneath the checkering (as a 12 ga. gun, it should not be considered fireable with a repaired break in this area). The length of pull to the period Hawkins 1” recoil pad is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8”, showing roughly half an inch of cast-off. The gun locks up solidly with the top lever still just right of center, the barrels tight on-face. The safety is non-automatic and the arm cocks and fires properly however the ejector mechanism has been disabled. An external inspection shows that all of the parts seem to be present. James Lyman Crump was a cotton man for roughly 50 years before moving to develop a farm and spacious Holly Bluff lodge on his 3600 acre tract along the Jourdan River which they would name Holly-Bluff-on-the-Jourdan. He would put some 600 acres into cultivation, breeding a hybrid “Braford” beef cattle, upland rice, Kentucky fescue and Ladino Clover, clearing leveling and draining the land for the purpose. The gardens at Holly Bluff on Bay St. Louis became so luscious and wonderful that they were a must-see for tourists to the area for many years. Crump was a sportsman and owned and used this arm for many years, indeed the muzzleloader sold in our last auction dubbed “Pocahontas” hung over the fireplace in that rustic lodge for many years, these arms consigned directly from a descendant. The A-1 special is arguably Parker’s finest high-grade arm, this example being one of only five listed in the Parker stock books as “Whit1” being an A-1 Special with Whitworth steel barrels, this serial number gun is mentioned in the monumental work The Parker Story on page 362 in the A-1 Special chapter. The Parker Story calls the floral embellishment Texas bluebells, although this example would seem to have some daisies and other flowers thrown in, perhaps very fittingly as the gardens at Holly Bluff was so extensive and beautiful. There were thirteen 12 ga. guns made with 32” barrels, this very rare gun being one of the special “five” with the special engraved barrel marking in the Parker stock books. The authors of The Parker Story quote: “the reason for the use of Whit1 for their quality code and their unusual markings is not certain. It must be that all five of these Whit1 guns were made for something special or unusual.”. Parker Guns, I.D. and Serialization also confirms “Grade 8, A-1 Special, Ejectors, capped pistolgrip, 12 ga. with 32” barrels”. A very lovely and very special Parker double for the advanced Parker collector or the discerning collector of fine double guns. (3K9828-1) C&R (20,000/30,000)
serial #137720, 12 ga., 32” Whitworth steel barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores, each of the tubes showing a small ding along their top edge abou...moret 4” from the muzzles. There is no wall-thickness noted below .030” most .035” or more. This rare Parker A-1 Special remains in very honest, fine as-found condition, being consigned directly from the family of the man who ordered and used the gun on his extensive plantation in Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Built on a No. 2 frame, the barrel shows perhaps 80% of a dark gray-blue fading original blue, mixing with a mottled pewter patina, showing some light oxidation staining about the surface. The nice engraved rings at the muzzles remain intact and the engraved wedges at the breeches remain crisp, the rib with dual ivory beads and “No. 1 Special Parker Brothers Makers Meriden Conn Whitworth Steel” hand engraved rather than roll-marked as-mentioned in The Parker Story. The frame is now a very pleasing pewter-tone patina with the open intertwining scroll and floral embellishment remaining crisp, the nice fine background punch-dot shading, three beaded ribs at the rear of each fence. The water table still shows the nice fine engine turning which matches the bottom of the barrel flats, fading a bit from the years. The triggers gold plating is fading somewhat but is strong at the roots and the bow of the guard is neatly pierced. The checkered capped pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates very fine with much original varnish, stunning grain figure, the special A-1 checkering remaining crisp, the fleur-de-lis’ at the rear of the cheeks a bit soft. The splinter forend is fully checkered and shows a bit more wear showing some smoothed points, all of the forend metal a deep pewter gray. The pistolgrip cap sits on a nice beaded flat brass spacer and has gold inlay at its center lightly engraved around the border with Mr. Crump’s name in an oval “James L Crump/New Orleans”. Close inspection reveals that the stock shows a repair to a break through its left side at wrist, the repair neatly camouflaged beneath the checkering (as a 12 ga. gun, it should not be considered fireable with a repaired break in this area). The length of pull to the period Hawkins 1” recoil pad is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8”, showing roughly half an inch of cast-off. The gun locks up solidly with the top lever still just right of center, the barrels tight on-face. The safety is non-automatic and the arm cocks and fires properly however the ejector mechanism has been disabled. An external inspection shows that all of the parts seem to be present. James Lyman Crump was a cotton man for roughly 50 years before moving to develop a farm and spacious Holly Bluff lodge on his 3600 acre tract along the Jourdan River which they would name Holly-Bluff-on-the-Jourdan. He would put some 600 acres into cultivation, breeding a hybrid “Braford” beef cattle, upland rice, Kentucky fescue and Ladino Clover, clearing leveling and draining the land for the purpose. The gardens at Holly Bluff on Bay St. Louis became so luscious and wonderful that they were a must-see for tourists to the area for many years. Crump was a sportsman and owned and used this arm for many years, indeed the muzzleloader sold in our last auction dubbed “Pocahontas” hung over the fireplace in that rustic lodge for many years, these arms consigned directly from a descendant. The A-1 special is arguably Parker’s finest high-grade arm, this example being one of only five listed in the Parker stock books as “Whit1” being an A-1 Special with Whitworth steel barrels, this serial number gun is mentioned in the monumental work The Parker Story on page 362 in the A-1 Special chapter. The Parker Story calls the floral embellishment Texas bluebells, although this example would seem to have some daisies and other flowers thrown in, perhaps very fittingly as the gardens at Holly Bluff was so extensive and beautiful. There were thirteen 12 ga. guns made with 32” barrels, this very rare gun being one of the special “five” with the special engraved barrel marking in the Parker stock books. The authors of The Parker Story quote: “the reason for the use of Whit1 for their quality code and their unusual markings is not certain. It must be that all five of these Whit1 guns were made for something special or unusual.”. Parker Guns, I.D. and Serialization also confirms “Grade 8, A-1 Special, Ejectors, capped pistolgrip, 12 ga. with 32” barrels”. A very lovely and very special Parker double for the advanced Parker collector or the discerning collector of fine double guns. (3K9828-1) C&R (20,000/30,000)

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Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol

Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 129 (Sale Order: 129 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #442668, 32 ACP, 3 3/4'' barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows just some sparsely scattered very light pitting. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality post-engraving blue. The gun features near full coverage deep relief open flowing Ben Shostle foliate scroll and decoration, the frontstrap-triggerguard-dust cover portion is un-engraved. The side flats are all bordered in fine gold wire inlay with dual wires on the grip safety and nice flowing wire scroll atop the slide. The hood and muzzle remain polished bright. The arm wears a very nice pair of antique smooth ivory grips showing nice grain, mellowing with age, the left grip with a very small but tight drying crack. Included is a nice two-tone blued magazine marked on its base ''Cal 32/Colt''. Both slide and frame are numbered alike and the gun seems to function properly mechanically. A very handsome 1903 Pocket Hammerless, with its contrasting dark blue, light grips and gold inlay. (3C1007-121) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #442668, 32 ACP, 3 3/4'' barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows just some sparsely scattered very light pitting. The metal surfaces retain about 99...more% excellent quality post-engraving blue. The gun features near full coverage deep relief open flowing Ben Shostle foliate scroll and decoration, the frontstrap-triggerguard-dust cover portion is un-engraved. The side flats are all bordered in fine gold wire inlay with dual wires on the grip safety and nice flowing wire scroll atop the slide. The hood and muzzle remain polished bright. The arm wears a very nice pair of antique smooth ivory grips showing nice grain, mellowing with age, the left grip with a very small but tight drying crack. Included is a nice two-tone blued magazine marked on its base ''Cal 32/Colt''. Both slide and frame are numbered alike and the gun seems to function properly mechanically. A very handsome 1903 Pocket Hammerless, with its contrasting dark blue, light grips and gold inlay. (3C1007-121) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol

Ben Shostle-Engraved Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 130 (Sale Order: 130 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #63811, 380 ACP, 3 3/4'' barrel with a fair bore which shows pitting its full length but evident rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus post-engraving brushed nickel. Ben Shostle has engraved this nice little pocket auto in near full coverage with his signature deep relief open flowing foliate scroll and acanthus leaf bordering. The dust cover section of slide and frame are un-engraved as is the bottom 3/4'' of the frontstrap, the balance of the arm is neatly engraved, the background accented with India ink or a blackening agent to provide a lovely contrast. The barrel as well was nickeled, and the arm wears a nice pair of smooth genuine mother-of-pearl grips which rate excellent to as-new. Included with the arm is a single unmarked magazine. Of course, if one wished, newly-made replacement barrels are available readily, so a bright excellent bore could be easily had. A very lovely 1908 Pocket Hammerless which typifies Mr. Shostle's nice work. (31007-124) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #63811, 380 ACP, 3 3/4'' barrel with a fair bore which shows pitting its full length but evident rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus post-engraving b...morerushed nickel. Ben Shostle has engraved this nice little pocket auto in near full coverage with his signature deep relief open flowing foliate scroll and acanthus leaf bordering. The dust cover section of slide and frame are un-engraved as is the bottom 3/4'' of the frontstrap, the balance of the arm is neatly engraved, the background accented with India ink or a blackening agent to provide a lovely contrast. The barrel as well was nickeled, and the arm wears a nice pair of smooth genuine mother-of-pearl grips which rate excellent to as-new. Included with the arm is a single unmarked magazine. Of course, if one wished, newly-made replacement barrels are available readily, so a bright excellent bore could be easily had. A very lovely 1908 Pocket Hammerless which typifies Mr. Shostle's nice work. (31007-124) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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Orvis Custom Uplander Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Orvis Custom Uplander Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Lot # 131 (Sale Order: 131 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 4,500
serial #37695, 410 bore, 26'' barrels choked modified and improved modified with excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard and lever retain 99% plus original blue and the double triggers retain all their original gold plate. The frame and locks have been extensively-engraved with tight scroll, geometric pattern and floral motifs, the metal retains nearly all its original bold case-hardened color with some light straw coloring around the edges of the lockplates and streaks of deep blue throughout. The oil-rubbed checkered Turkish walnut buttstock with unmarked toeline monogram plate and splinter forend are excellent with well-defined dropper points, nice, dark straight grain running straight back through the butt and sharp bordered wraparound checkering. The shotgun feels very quick to the shoulder, the length-of-pull to the front articulated trigger is 14 1/2'' and the drops are 1 1/2'' and 2 1/4'' with the butt only slightly cast-off. The safety is automatic, there are dial-style cocking indicators, the chambers are 3'' and the ejectors are strong. This is a solid, attractive and virtually-as-new custom smallbore Orvis shotgun. (22C9943-4) {MODERN} (3500/4500)
serial #37695, 410 bore, 26'' barrels choked modified and improved modified with excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard and lever retain 99% plus original blue and th...moree double triggers retain all their original gold plate. The frame and locks have been extensively-engraved with tight scroll, geometric pattern and floral motifs, the metal retains nearly all its original bold case-hardened color with some light straw coloring around the edges of the lockplates and streaks of deep blue throughout. The oil-rubbed checkered Turkish walnut buttstock with unmarked toeline monogram plate and splinter forend are excellent with well-defined dropper points, nice, dark straight grain running straight back through the butt and sharp bordered wraparound checkering. The shotgun feels very quick to the shoulder, the length-of-pull to the front articulated trigger is 14 1/2'' and the drops are 1 1/2'' and 2 1/4'' with the butt only slightly cast-off. The safety is automatic, there are dial-style cocking indicators, the chambers are 3'' and the ejectors are strong. This is a solid, attractive and virtually-as-new custom smallbore Orvis shotgun. (22C9943-4) {MODERN} (3500/4500)

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Orvis Fine Grade Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Orvis Fine Grade Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Lot # 132 (Sale Order: 132 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #57-03-207-96, 28 ga., 28'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels lever and rolled-edge triggerguard retain 99% original blue with a couple tiny blemishes. The locks and frame retain all their original nicely-contrasting case-hardened color and have been engraved with tight scroll and floral bouquets with near 100% coverage. The checkered Circassian walnut straight-grip buttstock with unembellished toeline monogram plate and splinter forend are excellent with wonderful blonde and coffee-colored grain with some subtle fiddleback, crisp dropper points and wraparound checkering. The butt is just slightly cast-off with a 14 3/4'' length-of-pull and drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/4''. The shotgun has double triggers with the front being articulated, strong ejectors, dial-style cocking indicators, an automatic safety and 2 3/4'' chambers. A beautiful and near-new condition smallbore with a nice, light feel. (22C9943-2) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
serial #57-03-207-96, 28 ga., 28'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels lever and rolled-edge triggerguard retain 99% original blue with a c...moreouple tiny blemishes. The locks and frame retain all their original nicely-contrasting case-hardened color and have been engraved with tight scroll and floral bouquets with near 100% coverage. The checkered Circassian walnut straight-grip buttstock with unembellished toeline monogram plate and splinter forend are excellent with wonderful blonde and coffee-colored grain with some subtle fiddleback, crisp dropper points and wraparound checkering. The butt is just slightly cast-off with a 14 3/4'' length-of-pull and drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/4''. The shotgun has double triggers with the front being articulated, strong ejectors, dial-style cocking indicators, an automatic safety and 2 3/4'' chambers. A beautiful and near-new condition smallbore with a nice, light feel. (22C9943-2) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

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Orvis Custom Fine Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Orvis Custom Fine Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Lot # 133 (Sale Order: 133 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #57-03-409-98, 20 ga., 28'' barrels choked cylinder and improved cylinder with excellent bores. The barrels, rolled-edge triggerguard and lever retain 99% original blue with a tiny handling mark here-or-there and a fine-line zig-zag pattern at the breeches. The locks and frame are excellent with very nice scroll and rose bouquet engraving with detailed patterns on the hinge pins and screw heads retaining all of their factory color case-hardening. The oil-rubbed checkered English walnut straight-grip buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with some strong-looking straight grain, dropper points and crisp checkering, the butt is slightly cast-off and the length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 3/8'' and 2 3/8''. This custom gun features double triggers with the front articulated, 2 3/4'' chambers, dial-style cocking indicators and robust ejectors. A high-quality, high-condition double that swings like a dream, perfectly-suited for the upland bird hunter that enjoys the finer things in life. (22C9943-1) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
serial #57-03-409-98, 20 ga., 28'' barrels choked cylinder and improved cylinder with excellent bores. The barrels, rolled-edge triggerguard and lever retain 99% original...more blue with a tiny handling mark here-or-there and a fine-line zig-zag pattern at the breeches. The locks and frame are excellent with very nice scroll and rose bouquet engraving with detailed patterns on the hinge pins and screw heads retaining all of their factory color case-hardening. The oil-rubbed checkered English walnut straight-grip buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with some strong-looking straight grain, dropper points and crisp checkering, the butt is slightly cast-off and the length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 3/8'' and 2 3/8''. This custom gun features double triggers with the front articulated, 2 3/4'' chambers, dial-style cocking indicators and robust ejectors. A high-quality, high-condition double that swings like a dream, perfectly-suited for the upland bird hunter that enjoys the finer things in life. (22C9943-1) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

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Orvis Custom Uplander Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Orvis Custom Uplander Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Arrieta

Lot # 134 (Sale Order: 134 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #37746, 12 ga., 27'' barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified with excellent bores. The rolled-edge triggerguard, barrels and lever retain 99% original blue with some scattered handling marks, there is some detailed scroll engraving on the guard and lever and the barrels have a zig-zag pattern at the breeches. The locks and frame are excellent with wonderfully-contrasting case-hardened color and crisp scroll and rose bouquet engraving throughout. The oil-rubbed checkered Turkish walnut straight-grip buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with handsome straight grain figure, long dropper points and crisp wraparound checkering. The length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/8'' and the gun is equipped with 2 3/4'' chambers, dial-style cocking indicators and double triggers with the front being articulated. A great-looking tight-feeling hand-crafted as-new Spanish 12 bore. (22C9943-3) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
serial #37746, 12 ga., 27'' barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified with excellent bores. The rolled-edge triggerguard, barrels and lever retain 99% origin...moreal blue with some scattered handling marks, there is some detailed scroll engraving on the guard and lever and the barrels have a zig-zag pattern at the breeches. The locks and frame are excellent with wonderfully-contrasting case-hardened color and crisp scroll and rose bouquet engraving throughout. The oil-rubbed checkered Turkish walnut straight-grip buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with handsome straight grain figure, long dropper points and crisp wraparound checkering. The length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/8'' and the gun is equipped with 2 3/4'' chambers, dial-style cocking indicators and double triggers with the front being articulated. A great-looking tight-feeling hand-crafted as-new Spanish 12 bore. (22C9943-3) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

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Grulla Armas Model 215 Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun

Grulla Armas Model 215 Sidelock Smallbore Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 135 (Sale Order: 135 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #31-03-050-97, 410 bore, 28'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. This gun is quite sturdy and feels very natural and fluid while performing a quick shoulder mount. The barrels retain 99% original blue with a couple miniscule handling marks, a fine-line zig-zag border around the breeches and tight engine-turned pattern on the water table and barrel flat. The antique silver locks, frame and rolled-edge triggerguard are excellent with lovely Purdey-style tight scroll and rose engraving covering near 100% of the metal surfaces, the silver finish looking fantastic against the dark brown wood and there is a small gas escape valve on each side of the fences. The oil-rubbed checkered English walnut buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with the butt slightly cast-off and a nice, straight grain pattern. The checkering is wraparound, the dropper points are well-defined and the butt has been checkered in a skip-line pattern. The length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/8'', there are dial-style cocking indicators with fine-line cross-hatch pattern, the chambers are 3'', there are double triggers with the front articulated and the ejectors are strong. An overall excellent Spanish smallbore double of the top-most quality that will certainly turn heads on the next woodcock hunt or make a few friends jealous in your gun room. (22E9943-14) {MODERN} (8000/12000)
serial #31-03-050-97, 410 bore, 28'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. This gun is quite sturdy and feels very natural and fluid while performing a q...moreuick shoulder mount. The barrels retain 99% original blue with a couple miniscule handling marks, a fine-line zig-zag border around the breeches and tight engine-turned pattern on the water table and barrel flat. The antique silver locks, frame and rolled-edge triggerguard are excellent with lovely Purdey-style tight scroll and rose engraving covering near 100% of the metal surfaces, the silver finish looking fantastic against the dark brown wood and there is a small gas escape valve on each side of the fences. The oil-rubbed checkered English walnut buttstock and splinter forend are excellent with the butt slightly cast-off and a nice, straight grain pattern. The checkering is wraparound, the dropper points are well-defined and the butt has been checkered in a skip-line pattern. The length-of-pull is 14 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/8'', there are dial-style cocking indicators with fine-line cross-hatch pattern, the chambers are 3'', there are double triggers with the front articulated and the ejectors are strong. An overall excellent Spanish smallbore double of the top-most quality that will certainly turn heads on the next woodcock hunt or make a few friends jealous in your gun room. (22E9943-14) {MODERN} (8000/12000)

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U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand

Lot # 136 (Sale Order: 136 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #2238508, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. The pistol has seen light use over the years and retains about 98-99% original Parkerized finish showing limited edge wear, slight thinning, and handling marks. The fully checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips are in excellent condition and feature reinforced screw holes and reinforcing ribs on the back. The left panel has a later added yellow painted rack number "7". One of the previous owners or soldiers scratched his name on the left grip frame beneath the grip panel. All the parts appear appropriate for the period of manufacture and the various proof, ordnance, and factory markings remain crisp. Includes a Scoville Manufacturing marked magazine with welded base. An excellent condition and lightly used Remington. (8A9899-63) {C&R} (2000/2500)
serial #2238508, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. The pistol has seen light use over the years and retains about 98-99% original Parkerized finish ...moreshowing limited edge wear, slight thinning, and handling marks. The fully checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips are in excellent condition and feature reinforced screw holes and reinforcing ribs on the back. The left panel has a later added yellow painted rack number "7". One of the previous owners or soldiers scratched his name on the left grip frame beneath the grip panel. All the parts appear appropriate for the period of manufacture and the various proof, ordnance, and factory markings remain crisp. Includes a Scoville Manufacturing marked magazine with welded base. An excellent condition and lightly used Remington. (8A9899-63) {C&R} (2000/2500)

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U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Ithaca Gun Company

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Ithaca Gun Company

Lot # 137 (Sale Order: 137 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #1244232, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 95% original Parkerized finish showing high edge wear, thinning finish, handling marks and areas of pitting on the slide, mostly on the right side forward of the ejection port. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips rate very good to excellent with a few light handling marks and feature reinforcing ribs and reinforcing rings around the grip screw holes. The pistol appears to have all the correct parts for the period of manufacture, the slide lacks the U.S. Army markings on the right side normally used in this period, but wartime contingencies often dictated using up available parts and not always in order of manufacture. The markings remain crisp including Colonel Frank J. Atwood's inspection mark. The pistol includes a single Barnes & Kobert Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded base that has reapplied blue finish in excellent condition. This gun has seen light but honest use over the years. (8A9807-271) {C&R} (1500/2000)
serial #1244232, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 95% original Parkerized finish showing high edge w...moreear, thinning finish, handling marks and areas of pitting on the slide, mostly on the right side forward of the ejection port. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips rate very good to excellent with a few light handling marks and feature reinforcing ribs and reinforcing rings around the grip screw holes. The pistol appears to have all the correct parts for the period of manufacture, the slide lacks the U.S. Army markings on the right side normally used in this period, but wartime contingencies often dictated using up available parts and not always in order of manufacture. The markings remain crisp including Colonel Frank J. Atwood's inspection mark. The pistol includes a single Barnes & Kobert Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded base that has reapplied blue finish in excellent condition. This gun has seen light but honest use over the years. (8A9807-271) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Union Switch & Signal

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Union Switch & Signal

Lot # 138 (Sale Order: 138 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
Description Update 03/24/2021: Right grip panel shows a few chipped points

serial #1066700, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol remains in excellent condition with about 99% arsenal grade reapplied Parkerized finish showing scattered light high edge wear and a few handling, operational and assembly marks. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips rate excellent and feature reinforcing ribs on the back. Lt. Colonel Robert C. Downie's acceptance stamp, firing proofs and other factory markings remain crisp, and all parts appear correct for the period of manufacture except the serrated slide stop. Includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company marked magazine. An excellent example of a refurbished Union Switch & Signal pistol. (8A9898-72) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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U.S. Model 1911A1 British Lend-Lease Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

U.S. Model 1911A1 British Lend-Lease Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot # 139 (Sale Order: 139 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #1651482, 45 ACP, 5'' replacement Colt barrel with partial and lightly frosted bore. The metal surfaces of this 1944-manufactured pistol retain about 96% arsenal grade reapplied Parkerized finish, the arched mainspring housing has mostly toned to a brown patina along with edge wear, and light handling marks. The grips are fully checkered ''Coltwood'' plastic stocks that rate excellent they feature large reinforcement rings around the screw holes and reinforcing ribs on the backs of the panels. General Guy H. Drewry's inspection mark and other factory markings remain crisp and the frame, slide and barrel have crisp British proof, viewers and ''NOT ENGLISH MAKE'' markings. All the parts appear appropriate for the period of manufacture and included is a single Risdon Tool & Machine Co. magazine that has reapplied Parkerized finish. An excellent example of an arsenal refurbished Lend-Lease gun. (8A1007-95) {C&R} (1500/2000)
serial #1651482, 45 ACP, 5'' replacement Colt barrel with partial and lightly frosted bore. The metal surfaces of this 1944-manufactured pistol retain about 96% arsenal g...morerade reapplied Parkerized finish, the arched mainspring housing has mostly toned to a brown patina along with edge wear, and light handling marks. The grips are fully checkered ''Coltwood'' plastic stocks that rate excellent they feature large reinforcement rings around the screw holes and reinforcing ribs on the backs of the panels. General Guy H. Drewry's inspection mark and other factory markings remain crisp and the frame, slide and barrel have crisp British proof, viewers and ''NOT ENGLISH MAKE'' markings. All the parts appear appropriate for the period of manufacture and included is a single Risdon Tool & Machine Co. magazine that has reapplied Parkerized finish. An excellent example of an arsenal refurbished Lend-Lease gun. (8A1007-95) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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New Haven Arms Company Henry Rifle

New Haven Arms Company Henry Rifle

Lot # 140 (Sale Order: 140 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 15,000High Estimate: 25,000
serial #9103, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with a very good bore showing strong rifling with some scattered oxidation and light pitting. This rifle shows all-matching serial numbers on barrel, side of action tang, top tang inlet of buttstock and on inside of the buttplate. This is a very nice Henry rifle. The barrel bears a wonderful rich brown patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. There is a little old scattered light oxidation in areas but the surface is wonderful. The action shows a lovely, even ochre patina with tight sideplates and nice, well-defined edges. The hammer and lever show a rich brown patina with some old scattered light surface oxidation, which matches the barrel perfectly. The walnut stock has a factory installed sling swivel in the left side, the corresponding swivel is present on left side of barrel. The stock was refinished long ago and has nice color and appearance with the brass slightly proud of the wood at the action. The tangs still fit nicely and the buttplate is very slightly proud and there is a small chip at the toe of the buttplate. The buttplate is the correct later type with pointed heel and within the butt compartment is a four piece correct late style Henry cleaning rod. The rifle is missing its front sight blade and the original ladder rear barrel sight is present. The lower tang of the rifle is stamped with a single "H" indicating that the rifle was inspected by B. Tyler Henry himself. The cartridge follower will not move fully into the loading gate as the spring gets hung up. This is a very nice Henry rifle that has a lovely appearance and great metal surfaces. It is a fine example of these important and highly sought after early repeating rifles. (1E9997-4) {ANTIQUE} [John Lipski Collection] (15,000/25,000)
serial #9103, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with a very good bore showing strong rifling with some scattered oxidation and light pitting. This rifle shows all-matching serial...more numbers on barrel, side of action tang, top tang inlet of buttstock and on inside of the buttplate. This is a very nice Henry rifle. The barrel bears a wonderful rich brown patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. There is a little old scattered light oxidation in areas but the surface is wonderful. The action shows a lovely, even ochre patina with tight sideplates and nice, well-defined edges. The hammer and lever show a rich brown patina with some old scattered light surface oxidation, which matches the barrel perfectly. The walnut stock has a factory installed sling swivel in the left side, the corresponding swivel is present on left side of barrel. The stock was refinished long ago and has nice color and appearance with the brass slightly proud of the wood at the action. The tangs still fit nicely and the buttplate is very slightly proud and there is a small chip at the toe of the buttplate. The buttplate is the correct later type with pointed heel and within the butt compartment is a four piece correct late style Henry cleaning rod. The rifle is missing its front sight blade and the original ladder rear barrel sight is present. The lower tang of the rifle is stamped with a single "H" indicating that the rifle was inspected by B. Tyler Henry himself. The cartridge follower will not move fully into the loading gate as the spring gets hung up. This is a very nice Henry rifle that has a lovely appearance and great metal surfaces. It is a fine example of these important and highly sought after early repeating rifles. (1E9997-4) {ANTIQUE} [John Lipski Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Rifle

Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Rifle

Lot # 141 (Sale Order: 141 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #59881, 22 WRF, 26" octagon No. 2 weight barrel with a very good bore. This 1892 production rifle is in standard configuration and remains in very fine original condition. The barrel retains 95% evenly thinning original blue with most loss being on the high edges. The frame shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish with light fading on the tangs and a couple very light and minor abrasions on the right flat. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent with some wear on the belly of the forend but with over 95% original finish overall. The buttstock shows typical light handling marks and light bruises from the years. The steel crescent buttplate shows most of its evenly faded original color case-hardened finish overall. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade front and three express rear sights. A lovely little Low Wall. (1C9790-49) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #59881, 22 WRF, 26" octagon No. 2 weight barrel with a very good bore. This 1892 production rifle is in standard configuration and remains in very fine original co...morendition. The barrel retains 95% evenly thinning original blue with most loss being on the high edges. The frame shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish with light fading on the tangs and a couple very light and minor abrasions on the right flat. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent with some wear on the belly of the forend but with over 95% original finish overall. The buttstock shows typical light handling marks and light bruises from the years. The steel crescent buttplate shows most of its evenly faded original color case-hardened finish overall. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade front and three express rear sights. A lovely little Low Wall. (1C9790-49) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (2500/3500)

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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Takedown Semi-Deluxe Short Rifle

Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Takedown Semi-Deluxe Short Rifle

Lot # 142 (Sale Order: 142 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #113151, 405 WCF, 24" round No. 3 1/2 weight barrel. This is a very handsome rifle which features straight grained walnut pistolgrip stocks with factory "I" checkering along with factory double set triggers. The barrel is in a rare weight that was most common in the 405 chambering and is shorter than standard. The 3 1/2 weight barrel measures as a No. 4 at the breech and a No. 3 at the muzzle. The rifle is equipped with sling studs mounted in toeline of stock and into a dovetail in the bottom of the barrel. The buttstock wears an unmarked solid red rubber recoil pad that is period and looks original. In addition to the rare configuration, this rifle has lots of condition. The metal surfaces of rifle retain 98% strong original blue overall. The right side of the frame shows very light surface abrasion from the rear screw upwards and there is the tiniest bit of silvering around the muzzle. The lever shows a good deal of original color case-hardened finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with crisp checkering and perhaps a little added light oil finish. The stocks still exhibit raised grain and have a lovely appearance. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman beaded blade front and two-leaf folding rear sights. There is no factory record available for this rifle, the serial number was applied on August 19, 1912. A fine and rare, high condition High Wall Short Rifle. (1D9790-34) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #113151, 405 WCF, 24" round No. 3 1/2 weight barrel. This is a very handsome rifle which features straight grained walnut pistolgrip stocks with factory "I" checke...morering along with factory double set triggers. The barrel is in a rare weight that was most common in the 405 chambering and is shorter than standard. The 3 1/2 weight barrel measures as a No. 4 at the breech and a No. 3 at the muzzle. The rifle is equipped with sling studs mounted in toeline of stock and into a dovetail in the bottom of the barrel. The buttstock wears an unmarked solid red rubber recoil pad that is period and looks original. In addition to the rare configuration, this rifle has lots of condition. The metal surfaces of rifle retain 98% strong original blue overall. The right side of the frame shows very light surface abrasion from the rear screw upwards and there is the tiniest bit of silvering around the muzzle. The lever shows a good deal of original color case-hardened finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with crisp checkering and perhaps a little added light oil finish. The stocks still exhibit raised grain and have a lovely appearance. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman beaded blade front and two-leaf folding rear sights. There is no factory record available for this rifle, the serial number was applied on August 19, 1912. A fine and rare, high condition High Wall Short Rifle. (1D9790-34) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)

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Scarce Factory Engraved Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Scarce Factory Engraved Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot # 143 (Sale Order: 143 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #167, 41 Long Colt, 25 3/4'' octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with strong rifling. This rifle has been re-chambered during the period of use from its original 32 centerfire and shows lovely factory embellishments. The barrel has mostly toned to a mix of gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered very fine pinprick pitting and a few light dings. The action and buttplate show some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina, the hammer with a few wisps of colors along the back, and the breechblock and trigger retaining a few flakes of bright blue. The action is embellished in near full coverage with lovely finely-detailed foliate scrollwork, punch-dot shading and light geometric bordering. The sides of the hammer show some crosshatching and scroll and the sides of the action have small endearing game scenes with two ducks on the left and a dog with bird on the right. Flourishes of foliate scroll continue onto the buttplate heel, steel schnabel, barrel shank and top flat near the rear and front sights. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing a little older added finish, and the buttstock with thin hairline 1'' and 1 1/2'' cracks at the upper tang and right side where it meets the frame. The stocks otherwise just show some scattered mild dings and retain excellent metal-to-wood fit. The rear sight dovetail shows a period blank and the rifle is sighted with Remington's combination leaf and a Beach combination front sight that still retains a healthy amount of gold wash. The action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured on page 254 of Marcot's rolling block rifles book. An attractive No. 2, this model very seldom seen engraved. (13C9670-279) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)
serial #167, 41 Long Colt, 25 3/4'' octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with strong rifling. This rifle ha...mores been re-chambered during the period of use from its original 32 centerfire and shows lovely factory embellishments. The barrel has mostly toned to a mix of gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered very fine pinprick pitting and a few light dings. The action and buttplate show some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina, the hammer with a few wisps of colors along the back, and the breechblock and trigger retaining a few flakes of bright blue. The action is embellished in near full coverage with lovely finely-detailed foliate scrollwork, punch-dot shading and light geometric bordering. The sides of the hammer show some crosshatching and scroll and the sides of the action have small endearing game scenes with two ducks on the left and a dog with bird on the right. Flourishes of foliate scroll continue onto the buttplate heel, steel schnabel, barrel shank and top flat near the rear and front sights. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing a little older added finish, and the buttstock with thin hairline 1'' and 1 1/2'' cracks at the upper tang and right side where it meets the frame. The stocks otherwise just show some scattered mild dings and retain excellent metal-to-wood fit. The rear sight dovetail shows a period blank and the rifle is sighted with Remington's combination leaf and a Beach combination front sight that still retains a healthy amount of gold wash. The action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured on page 254 of Marcot's rolling block rifles book. An attractive No. 2, this model very seldom seen engraved. (13C9670-279) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

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Very Fine Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Very Fine Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot # 144 (Sale Order: 144 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #538, 38 RF, 28'' octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this wonderful rifle retains about 96% original blue showing some light high edge wear and a few areas thinning slightly to mild gray patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors muting and toning to a bright silvery patina along the tangs and showing a few scattered brown freckles. The small action parts retain 98% stunning brilliant fire blue and straw finishes showing just a little operational wear and freckling along the top of the hammer, while the buttplate and steel schnabel show 95% strong case-hardened colors. The rifle is equipped with a plethora of sighting arrangements including both Remington's combination rear leaf and semi-buckhorn along with Beach combination front, all retaining lovely bright blue, brilliant fire blue and gold wash, respectively. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing just a little wear along the forend and a few scattered minor handling marks. The action seems to function well mechanically and this rifle is pictured on page 259 of Marcot's rolling block rifles book. A lovely No. 2 for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9670-381) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #538, 38 RF, 28'' octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this wonderful rifle retains about 96% original blue showing some light high edge wear...more and a few areas thinning slightly to mild gray patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors muting and toning to a bright silvery patina along the tangs and showing a few scattered brown freckles. The small action parts retain 98% stunning brilliant fire blue and straw finishes showing just a little operational wear and freckling along the top of the hammer, while the buttplate and steel schnabel show 95% strong case-hardened colors. The rifle is equipped with a plethora of sighting arrangements including both Remington's combination rear leaf and semi-buckhorn along with Beach combination front, all retaining lovely bright blue, brilliant fire blue and gold wash, respectively. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing just a little wear along the forend and a few scattered minor handling marks. The action seems to function well mechanically and this rifle is pictured on page 259 of Marcot's rolling block rifles book. A lovely No. 2 for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9670-381) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

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Remington No. 1 Rolling Block Long Range Creedmoor Rifle with Case

Remington No. 1 Rolling Block Long Range Creedmoor Rifle with Case

Lot # 145 (Sale Order: 145 of 600)      

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serial #4640, 44-77 (barrel marked 44 S), 34" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features a checkered pistolgrip stock with horn insert, an uncheckered forend with iron tip, mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight and windgauge front with spirit level. The rifle shows matching serial numbers on tang, bottom flat of barrel beneath forend, on end grain of forend and on end grain of buttstock at action. The condition of the rifle is very fine with the "E. Remington & Sons" addressed barrel retaining 75% evenly thinning original blue finish with thinning areas showing a mellow even gray brown patina. The action shows over 90% bright original color case-hardened finish with most loss being on the rear of the triggerguard and lower tang where the metal surfaces are a smooth gray patina. The hammer and breechblock pins, along with the hammer and breechblock, show generous amounts of original fire blue finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining perhaps 95% original finish with most loss being on bottom of forend. The buttstock shows nice raised grain and crisp checkering with a few light handling marks from the years. The buttstock wears a period solid red rubber pad on a hard rubber base which fits the widow's peak inlet in the stock perfectly. This pad has compressed and hardened over time and could be original but if it is not, there was no alteration to the stock in any way. The rifle comes in a nice period walnut case which appears to be custom although Remington offered cases of walnut, rosewood, mahogany and leather. The case is lined in red felt which shows minor moth damage. Within the case is a bullet mould marked "44 77 / 395" indicating caliber and bullet weight. The condition of the case is very good. This is a very fine example of these high-quality long-range target rifles in a period casing. (1D9670-608) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)
serial #4640, 44-77 (barrel marked 44 S), 34" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features a checkered pistolgrip stock with horn inse...morert, an uncheckered forend with iron tip, mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight and windgauge front with spirit level. The rifle shows matching serial numbers on tang, bottom flat of barrel beneath forend, on end grain of forend and on end grain of buttstock at action. The condition of the rifle is very fine with the "E. Remington & Sons" addressed barrel retaining 75% evenly thinning original blue finish with thinning areas showing a mellow even gray brown patina. The action shows over 90% bright original color case-hardened finish with most loss being on the rear of the triggerguard and lower tang where the metal surfaces are a smooth gray patina. The hammer and breechblock pins, along with the hammer and breechblock, show generous amounts of original fire blue finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining perhaps 95% original finish with most loss being on bottom of forend. The buttstock shows nice raised grain and crisp checkering with a few light handling marks from the years. The buttstock wears a period solid red rubber pad on a hard rubber base which fits the widow's peak inlet in the stock perfectly. This pad has compressed and hardened over time and could be original but if it is not, there was no alteration to the stock in any way. The rifle comes in a nice period walnut case which appears to be custom although Remington offered cases of walnut, rosewood, mahogany and leather. The case is lined in red felt which shows minor moth damage. Within the case is a bullet mould marked "44 77 / 395" indicating caliber and bullet weight. The condition of the case is very good. This is a very fine example of these high-quality long-range target rifles in a period casing. (1D9670-608) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

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New York State Percussion Target Rifle by Eli E. Caswell

New York State Percussion Target Rifle by Eli E. Caswell

Lot # 146 (Sale Order: 146 of 600)      

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.36 caliber, 35" medium/heavy weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle that remains in wonderful condition. The barrel is completely unmarked with nicely engraved tang and the lock features very endearing scroll and game scene engraving with retailer mark "WARREN / & STEELE / ALBANY". The only other marking on the gun is "E.E. CASWELL" which is neatly stamped in the toeline of the stock just behind the triggerguard. The Caswells were a large gunmaking family in Lansingburgh New York which is a suburb of Albany. Warren & Steele were importers and dealers in hardware, cutlery, guns, gunmaking tools and a general assortment of sporting and household items. They were Agents for the sale of Remington's barrels and advertised that they sold "Allen's Revolving Pistols". This rifle shows quality workmanship but is simple in design with a drum and nipple rather than a patent breech. The condition of the rifle is very nice with the barrel, which retains its original false muzzle, retaining a lovely even and smooth blue brown with just a little very light scattered surface oxidation present. The lock shows a good deal of faded original color case-hardened finish blending with a gray patina and with all engraving remaining clear and crisp. The stock features engraved iron buttplate, toeplate and triggerguard, the tailpipe and simple rectangular wedge escutcheons are also of iron but are unadorned. The sideplate is engraved and wing-shaped with kidney-shaped piercing at center, adjacent to this sideplate is a rectangular German silver monogram plate which remains plain except for light border engraving. The stock is pewter tipped and rates excellent with 90% plus original finish and with nice simple cheekrest. The rifle is sighted with a hooded target front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and a classic round lollipop tang sight is in place. The ramrod is missing. This is a nice honest, all original New York percussion target rifle. (1C9670-442) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/1500)
.36 caliber, 35" medium/heavy weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle that remains in wonderful condition. The barrel is complete...morely unmarked with nicely engraved tang and the lock features very endearing scroll and game scene engraving with retailer mark "WARREN / & STEELE / ALBANY". The only other marking on the gun is "E.E. CASWELL" which is neatly stamped in the toeline of the stock just behind the triggerguard. The Caswells were a large gunmaking family in Lansingburgh New York which is a suburb of Albany. Warren & Steele were importers and dealers in hardware, cutlery, guns, gunmaking tools and a general assortment of sporting and household items. They were Agents for the sale of Remington's barrels and advertised that they sold "Allen's Revolving Pistols". This rifle shows quality workmanship but is simple in design with a drum and nipple rather than a patent breech. The condition of the rifle is very nice with the barrel, which retains its original false muzzle, retaining a lovely even and smooth blue brown with just a little very light scattered surface oxidation present. The lock shows a good deal of faded original color case-hardened finish blending with a gray patina and with all engraving remaining clear and crisp. The stock features engraved iron buttplate, toeplate and triggerguard, the tailpipe and simple rectangular wedge escutcheons are also of iron but are unadorned. The sideplate is engraved and wing-shaped with kidney-shaped piercing at center, adjacent to this sideplate is a rectangular German silver monogram plate which remains plain except for light border engraving. The stock is pewter tipped and rates excellent with 90% plus original finish and with nice simple cheekrest. The rifle is sighted with a hooded target front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and a classic round lollipop tang sight is in place. The ramrod is missing. This is a nice honest, all original New York percussion target rifle. (1C9670-442) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/1500)

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Connecticut Percussion Halfstock Target Rifle by J.P. Goodwin of Waterbury

Connecticut Percussion Halfstock Target Rifle by J.P. Goodwin of Waterbury

Lot # 147 (Sale Order: 147 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
Description Update 03/24/2021: Triggerguard and toe plate show some old light pitting

.42 caliber, 31" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nice quality rifle which is marked on top of barrel "J.P. GOODWIN / WATERBURY. CT / CAST-STEEL" surrounded in scroll engraving. The lock is unadorned and is engraved in fine letters simply "J.P. GOODWIN" and the barrel shows double German silver bands at breech. The rifle features adjustable double set triggers and has a gracefully shaped bolster with clean out screw. The condition is very nice with the barrel showing a pleasing even blue brown with some scattered very light surface oxidation present but with no pitting. The lock, barrel breech and tang show a pleasing mix of faded original color case-hardened finish and a smooth gray patina, again with no pitting. The stock is of walnut and is beautifully checkered on its wrist with graceful shadowline cheekpiece. There is a silver monogram plate inlaid in the cheekpiece which remains plain and the opposite side shows a fancy German silver patchbox with round iron hinged door. The buttplate, toeplate and triggerguard are all of iron and show a pleasing smooth brown patina with nice color on stylized pineapple finial. The stock is in excellent condition with 95% original finish remaining, the checkering is crisp, edges are clean and everything fits perfectly. The forend terminates in a pewter tip and what appears to be its original wooden ramrod is present. The rifle is sighted with a globe front with very fine bead, rear barrel dovetail is vacant and a classic round lollipop tang mounted peepsight is present in tang. The rifle comes complete with its original false muzzle and brass starter. Goodwin was a well-known and well-regarded Connecticut gunmaker and this rifle is a fine example of his fine quality workmanship. (1C9670-68) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2500)

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American Percussion Pocket Rifle Engraved C.F. Brigham Worcester

American Percussion Pocket Rifle Engraved C.F. Brigham Worcester

Lot # 148 (Sale Order: 148 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.32 caliber, 14" octagon barrel with a very good bore. The only marking found on this rifle is on top of the barrel where it is engraved "C.F. Brigham Worcester". This is an interesting pocket rifle which bears a strong resemblance to Edwin Wesson guns in profile as well as some of its details. The basic frame shape and style is quite Wesson-like as is the lollipop tang sight mounted in pedestal base mounted on top of backstrap. The rectangular bar which passes through the grip frame to attach the stock is very similar to some Wesson stocks. Finally, and perhaps the most Wesson-like feature is the top tang of the buttplate which has three faceted edges then turns to round where it meets the comb. The reason we make so many comparisons to Wesson is because we can find no reference to a gunmaker named Brigham working in Worcester, there was a Charles F. Brigham who was an engineer who resided in Worcester for a period. He later moved to Allston and was granted a patent in 1884 for Asbestos products. The rifle features a steel barrel which is blued and a brass action and frame which is silverplated. The hammer has a somewhat scalloped profile around its retaining screw and its striker is in the form of a dog head. The condition is quite nice with the barrel retaining about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with some very light scattered surface oxidation. The frame and straps show about 95% original silverplated finish which shows a dark blue tarnish. The buttplate retains a similar amount of silverplate which is also a lovely dark blue tarnish overall with brass coming though on the edges, the tiny toeplate is of German silver. The grips and buttstock are of highly figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining. The open section of the gripframe beneath grips has a piece of walnut fit within which holds positioning pins for the grips. The rifle is sighted with a globe target front with fine bead and the previously mentioned lollipop tang, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. A very interesting and finely made American percussion pocket rifle. (1D9670-457) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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Very Fine Edwin Wesson Small Frame Percussion Pocket Rifle

Very Fine Edwin Wesson Small Frame Percussion Pocket Rifle

Lot # 149 (Sale Order: 149 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #10, .32 cal, 10'' octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing strong rifling throughout. This is a handsome little pocket rifle, no doubt a very early example as it features the left-side sideplate and lockwork mounted into the frame recess, identical to serial #25 pictured on pages 84 & 84 of Frank Wesson Gunmaker Volume One by Woods, Littlefield, Rowe, Pellett & Hamilton. The barrel features a nice reeded edge at the muzzle and retains a generous amount of plum-brown finish throughout, thinning and toning slightly to a pleasant deep gray with just a little old pitting near the breech from cap splash and the long ramrod tailpipe showing a few tiny dents. The right side flat near the breech shows a tiny stamped ''R.W.B.'' and the top flat is clearly marked only ''WESSON''. The hammer and triggerguard are a similar patina, the hammer spur showing an old brazed repair and the nipple likely a more modern replacement. The brass frame has taken on a lovely ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings and some mild tarnishing near the nipple bolster with fine strong edges throughout. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching the frame and remain in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original finish showing some mild handling marks, a thin 1 1/2'' old scratch along the left panel and the top edges of the panels a little bit shy of the frame; both panels show lovely grain figure throughout. The rifle is sighted with its original rear peep sight and target globe front with fine post and the horn-tipped hickory ramrod with worm end is present. The original walnut stock is included and remains in excellent condition just showing a couple of very minor handling marks here and there, the buttplate toned to a nice ocher patina. The inside of the buttplate is scratch-numbered ''10'' and the sideplate and internal lock parts are also all-matching stamp-numbered ''10''. This is a very handsome early Wesson pocket rifle that would make a wonderful addition to any advanced American arms collection. (13C9670-482) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #10, .32 cal, 10'' octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing strong rifling throughout. This is a handsome little pocket rifle, no doubt a very early ...moreexample as it features the left-side sideplate and lockwork mounted into the frame recess, identical to serial #25 pictured on pages 84 & 84 of Frank Wesson Gunmaker Volume One by Woods, Littlefield, Rowe, Pellett & Hamilton. The barrel features a nice reeded edge at the muzzle and retains a generous amount of plum-brown finish throughout, thinning and toning slightly to a pleasant deep gray with just a little old pitting near the breech from cap splash and the long ramrod tailpipe showing a few tiny dents. The right side flat near the breech shows a tiny stamped ''R.W.B.'' and the top flat is clearly marked only ''WESSON''. The hammer and triggerguard are a similar patina, the hammer spur showing an old brazed repair and the nipple likely a more modern replacement. The brass frame has taken on a lovely ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings and some mild tarnishing near the nipple bolster with fine strong edges throughout. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching the frame and remain in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original finish showing some mild handling marks, a thin 1 1/2'' old scratch along the left panel and the top edges of the panels a little bit shy of the frame; both panels show lovely grain figure throughout. The rifle is sighted with its original rear peep sight and target globe front with fine post and the horn-tipped hickory ramrod with worm end is present. The original walnut stock is included and remains in excellent condition just showing a couple of very minor handling marks here and there, the buttplate toned to a nice ocher patina. The inside of the buttplate is scratch-numbered ''10'' and the sideplate and internal lock parts are also all-matching stamp-numbered ''10''. This is a very handsome early Wesson pocket rifle that would make a wonderful addition to any advanced American arms collection. (13C9670-482) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)

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

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

Lot # 150 (Sale Order: 150 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #10, 44 2 6/10, 33 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This very early Hepburn Long Range rifle features a fancy checkered pistolgrip stock, plain iron tipped forend and a smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The rifle shows all matching serial numbers on tang, bottom of barrel beneath forend, end grain of forend, end grain of buttstock at action and on the inside of the buttplate. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the "E. Remington & Sons" addressed barrel retaining 97% strong rich original blue finish overall. The action shows about 90% original color case-hardened finish which has softened slightly and still shows nice contrast. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend show lovely figure and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows lots of original mottled color case-hardening as does the iron forend tip. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level (currently empty), there is no provision for a rear barrel sight, the factory tang sight holes have filler screws present and a heel position long range folding sight is present. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 160-161. The only lower numbered rifle in the book is serial No. 2 which has a very similar checkering pattern on the wrist and also has a long- range sight in the heel position only. Rowe estimates that only 50-75 of these Long Range Creedmoor rifles were ever produced making them very rare and quite sought after by today's collector. A very fine and rare Remington Hepburn rifle for the advanced collector. (1F9790-74) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (8,000/12,000)
serial #10, 44 2 6/10, 33 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This very early Hepburn Long Range rifle features a fancy checkered pistolgrip...more stock, plain iron tipped forend and a smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The rifle shows all matching serial numbers on tang, bottom of barrel beneath forend, end grain of forend, end grain of buttstock at action and on the inside of the buttplate. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the "E. Remington & Sons" addressed barrel retaining 97% strong rich original blue finish overall. The action shows about 90% original color case-hardened finish which has softened slightly and still shows nice contrast. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend show lovely figure and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows lots of original mottled color case-hardening as does the iron forend tip. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level (currently empty), there is no provision for a rear barrel sight, the factory tang sight holes have filler screws present and a heel position long range folding sight is present. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 160-161. The only lower numbered rifle in the book is serial No. 2 which has a very similar checkering pattern on the wrist and also has a long- range sight in the heel position only. Rowe estimates that only 50-75 of these Long Range Creedmoor rifles were ever produced making them very rare and quite sought after by today's collector. A very fine and rare Remington Hepburn rifle for the advanced collector. (1F9790-74) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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