Auction No. 129 - Session 1
Saturday, March 27, 2021 | 9:00 AM Eastern
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Auction No. 129 - Session 1
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Location: 250 Commercial St., Manchester, NH 03101
Driving Directions: FROM SOUTH: Rt. 93 North to Rt. 101 West in Manchester to Rt. 293 North to Exit 5 (Granite Street). At end of ramp go right onto Granite Street to first set of lights. Go left on Commercial Street and we are located in the Waumbec Commercial Center, which is 1/8 mile up on the left. OR Rte. 3 (Everett Turnpike) North through Bedford tolls then off at Exit 5 (Granite Street). At bottom of ramp go right, take first left onto Commercial Street, 1/8 mile on left.
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Payment Instructions: • Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will accept cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express as payment for items purchased. Credit card purchases are limited to $50,000.00 per customer, per auction. Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to demand cash or hold merchandise until funds are collected in full. There will be a $35.00 charge for all returned checks. • There will be a Buyer's Premium of 17.5% + 3% online bidding fee added to all purchases. A discounted Buyers Premium of 15% + 3% online bidding fee will apply to all purchases paid by cash or check. • Customers without prior credit approval who intend on making purchases in excess of $10,000 must provide credit information such as a bank letter of credit prior to bidding. • There will be a $35 bank service fee charged to all international payments made by wire transfer.
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Shipping Instructions: • Auction House will ship, at Buyer's expense • Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will make every effort to ship items in a timely fashion; most orders are shipped within 48 hours of payment. All items, with the exception of modern handguns, are shipped via UPS Ground unless other arrangements have been made. • All modern handguns are shipped via UPS Next Day Air service. • Buyer is responsible for any and all shipping charges. PICKING UP MERCHANDISE • OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY AND TUESDAY FOLLOWING THE SALE. No merchandise will be delivered on those days. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday. • Our office hours are Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00pm. Please call ahead prior to arriving to pickup your merhandise.
Preview Date & Times: Please contact the auction company for preview dates & times.
Checkout Date & Times: • OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY AND TUESDAY FOLLOWING THE SALE. No merchandise will be delivered on those days. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday. • Our office hours are Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00pm.
Location: 250 Commercial St., Manchester, NH 03101
Driving Directions: FROM SOUTH: Rt. 93 North to Rt. 101 West in Manchester to Rt. 293 North to Exit 5 (Granite Street). At end of ramp go right onto Granite Street to first set of lights. Go left on Commercial Street and we are located in the Waumbec Commercial Center, which is 1/8 mile up on the left. OR Rte. 3 (Everett Turnpike) North through Bedford tolls then off at Exit 5 (Granite Street). At bottom of ramp go right, take first left onto Commercial Street, 1/8 mile on left.
Special Terms
FIREARMS WARNING
Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. does not warranty the safety of any article it sells. Therefore, it is imperative that, before you use any firearm purchased here or anywhere else, you have it examined by a qualified gunsmith to determine whether or not it is safe to use.
GENERAL STATEMENTS
• All bidders who attend the sale must register and obtain a bidders card in order to participate in the auction. Absentee/Telephone bidders must register by filling out and signing an absentee bid sheet.
• The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall become the owner upon the fall of the hammer. The auctioneer has sole discretion in the case of a dispute among bidders.
• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. has taken great care in the preparation of the descriptions in this catalog. Although we believe everything in the descriptions to be true, we do not guarantee any part of any description. We recommend that the bidders view the items in person and form their own opinions as to condition, originality, origin, etc. Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will consider all requests for refunds. If a customer is unhappy with a purchase we will be happy to discuss a remedy with them.
• All requests for refunds must be made within 30 days of the sale date. Therefore, it is important that absentee bidders pay for their items in a timely fashion. All requests for refunds received after 30 days of the sale date will not be considered.
• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to reject any bid in order to protect our consignors interests.
• Reserves: A very few lots will be offered with reserve. In cases where items are reserved, a bid of the low estimate will always exceed the reserve. Reserves will be bid by the auctioneer as an opening bid so any bid taken from the floor or the phone is a live bid above the reserve amount.
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PAYMENT POLICY
• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will accept cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express as payment for items purchased. Credit card purchases are limited to $50,000.00 per customer, per auction. Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to demand cash or hold merchandise until funds are collected in full. There will be a $35.00 charge for all returned checks.
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• There will be a $35 bank service fee charged to all international payments made by wire transfer.
GUIDELINES FOR FIREARM PURCHASES
• All Federal, State and Local firearms laws will be observed. FFL holders may take possession of any firearm on day of sale when they present a signed copy of their Federal Firearms License. New Hampshire residents over the age of 21 may take possession of any firearm on day of sale providing the proper paperwork is filled out and the transfer has been approved either through the NH State Police or the FBI NICS System. While most NICS and State approvals are immediate, approvals could take up to 3 days. Most non-residents may take possession of long guns on day of sale after completing the proper forms and successfully completing a NICS check; modern handguns will need to be shipped to an FFL holder in the buyer's home state. Buyer is responsible for any and all shipping charges and all items must be paid for on day of sale. Bidders should be familiar with their local and state laws as Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. will not be responsible for any parties purchasing items which may not be possessed in, or shipped, to their state of residence.
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• Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. is a licensed Class III S.O.T. and now handles transfers of Machineguns, Suppressors, A.O.W.'s and shotguns in-house. We are pleased to answer any questions you may have regarding brining your Class III items to market.
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NOTE: Items that meet the age requirements but have been altered from their original configuration may NOT be delivered on a C&R License.
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FIREARMS WARNING
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Sharps New Model 1863 Percussion Rifle
Lot # 176 (Sale Order: 176 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #C, 35689, .54 cal, 30'' six-groove barrel with a partially bright fair-good bore showing moderate overall oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some overall fine scratches, a few light dings and some remnants of old minor pitting. The barrel bands are similar and the Sharps Rifle Co. markings and model designation have softened very slightly from the years and remain legible. The action shows a healthy amount of silvery case-hardened patina showing a few areas of light pitting around the edges, some brown speckling and a few wisps of vibrant colors in the protected areas around the hammer. The buttplate and patchbox are a dark brown patina, the inside of the cover showing some smoky case-hardening and arsenal punch mark. All markings on the action remain intact and strong and the major components show visible sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition showing the expected overall dings and mild abrasions from military service, the buttstock with some scattered thin drying cracks and two small notches at the point of comb. The stocks otherwise maintain an honest appearance with very good metal-to-wood fit and the left side wrist with two ghostly remnants of inspector cartouches. The sling swivels, original sights and pellet primer hardware remain intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable Sharps rifle for the U.S. martial collector. (13B1005-14) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #C, 35689, .54 cal, 30'' six-groove barrel with a partially bright fair-good bore showing moderate overall oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of t...morehis rifle has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some overall fine scratches, a few light dings and some remnants of old minor pitting. The barrel bands are similar and the Sharps Rifle Co. markings and model designation have softened very slightly from the years and remain legible. The action shows a healthy amount of silvery case-hardened patina showing a few areas of light pitting around the edges, some brown speckling and a few wisps of vibrant colors in the protected areas around the hammer. The buttplate and patchbox are a dark brown patina, the inside of the cover showing some smoky case-hardening and arsenal punch mark. All markings on the action remain intact and strong and the major components show visible sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition showing the expected overall dings and mild abrasions from military service, the buttstock with some scattered thin drying cracks and two small notches at the point of comb. The stocks otherwise maintain an honest appearance with very good metal-to-wood fit and the left side wrist with two ghostly remnants of inspector cartouches. The sling swivels, original sights and pellet primer hardware remain intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable Sharps rifle for the U.S. martial collector. (13B1005-14) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Percussion Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.
Lot # 177 (Sale Order: 177 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #15509, .50 cal, 20'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore showing just a couple tiny spots of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains about 92% original blue showing some scattered mild thinning under bright light and a few light dings along the left side. The action retains about 95% lovely case-hardened colors showing some scattered mild speckling and areas muting slightly to a nice silvery patina. The buttplate has toned to plum-brown showing some scattered flakes of bright blue, the screws retain much of their fine fire blue and the hammer retains about 98% bright blue. All markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition retaining much of its oil finish, some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a small ''F'' carved into the right side where the stock meets the frame, the left side wrist shows two crisp inspector cartouches and stock fit remains excellent. All original hardware remains intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome Maynard carbine for the Civil War collector. (13C1005-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #15509, .50 cal, 20'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore showing just a couple tiny spots of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughou...moret. The barrel of this carbine retains about 92% original blue showing some scattered mild thinning under bright light and a few light dings along the left side. The action retains about 95% lovely case-hardened colors showing some scattered mild speckling and areas muting slightly to a nice silvery patina. The buttplate has toned to plum-brown showing some scattered flakes of bright blue, the screws retain much of their fine fire blue and the hammer retains about 98% bright blue. All markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition retaining much of its oil finish, some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a small ''F'' carved into the right side where the stock meets the frame, the left side wrist shows two crisp inspector cartouches and stock fit remains excellent. All original hardware remains intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome Maynard carbine for the Civil War collector. (13C1005-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
Merrill First Type Breechloading Percussion Carbine
Lot # 178 (Sale Order: 178 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #6676, .54 cal, 22'' round barrel with a fair bore showing scattered pitting and oxidation, some bright areas and otherwise good rifling throughout. The barrel is toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina showing some small areas of old pitting near the breech and scattered light dings. The lockplate and breech mechanism are toning to a mottled gunmetal patina showing some areas of old light pitting and the breech cover with some scattered moderate dings. The brass hardware has toned to an attractive dark ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings, the lockplate markings remain intact and strong and the patent date on the action cover is mostly intact. The smooth walnut stock remains in about good condition showing a 3 1/2'' thin crack along either side of the wrist, a few scattered smaller drying cracks near the buttplate and some mild abrasions. All original hardware is intact, the visible serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good First Model Merrill with a lot of character. (13A1005-6) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
serial #6676, .54 cal, 22'' round barrel with a fair bore showing scattered pitting and oxidation, some bright areas and otherwise good rifling throughout. The barrel is ...moretoning to a pleasant plum-brown patina showing some small areas of old pitting near the breech and scattered light dings. The lockplate and breech mechanism are toning to a mottled gunmetal patina showing some areas of old light pitting and the breech cover with some scattered moderate dings. The brass hardware has toned to an attractive dark ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings, the lockplate markings remain intact and strong and the patent date on the action cover is mostly intact. The smooth walnut stock remains in about good condition showing a 3 1/2'' thin crack along either side of the wrist, a few scattered smaller drying cracks near the buttplate and some mild abrasions. All original hardware is intact, the visible serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good First Model Merrill with a lot of character. (13A1005-6) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine
Lot # 179 (Sale Order: 179 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #12106, .54 cal, 21'' round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few spots of mild oxidation nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this honest carbine retains about 90% original blue showing some overall toning to plum-brown patina under bright light, some sparsely scattered specks of light oxidation staining and a few pinprick pits along the left side. The action is toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina showing scattered areas of old mild oxidation and generous smoky colors throughout, a few wisps still quite vibrant. The barrel band and buttplate also show some remnants of smoky colors and the tangs and lever retain about 60% original bright blue showing overall flaking to mild gray-brown with some areas of old oxidation staining. The breechblock itself retains about 95% wonderful bright blue and the chamber is nearly immaculate. The Burnside markings on the lockplate are rather soft and only partially legible and all of the other markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing somewhat worn finish and darkening slightly from the years with some scattered light dings and a small abrasion along the forend. The buttstock retains two strong cartouches on the left side wrist and actually shows some rather nice subtle grain figure throughout. All original hardware remains intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome fifth model Burnside carbine. (13B1005-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
serial #12106, .54 cal, 21'' round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few spots of mild oxidation nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barr...moreel of this honest carbine retains about 90% original blue showing some overall toning to plum-brown patina under bright light, some sparsely scattered specks of light oxidation staining and a few pinprick pits along the left side. The action is toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina showing scattered areas of old mild oxidation and generous smoky colors throughout, a few wisps still quite vibrant. The barrel band and buttplate also show some remnants of smoky colors and the tangs and lever retain about 60% original bright blue showing overall flaking to mild gray-brown with some areas of old oxidation staining. The breechblock itself retains about 95% wonderful bright blue and the chamber is nearly immaculate. The Burnside markings on the lockplate are rather soft and only partially legible and all of the other markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing somewhat worn finish and darkening slightly from the years with some scattered light dings and a small abrasion along the forend. The buttstock retains two strong cartouches on the left side wrist and actually shows some rather nice subtle grain figure throughout. All original hardware remains intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome fifth model Burnside carbine. (13B1005-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
Harpers Ferry-Pattern U.S. Model 1795 Flintlock Musket
Lot # 180 (Sale Order: 180 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
about .69 cal., 44 3/4'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this original flint musket are toning to a mottled brown and gray patina with some scattered spots of pinprick pitting along the barrel and on the lockplate, some scattered light handling marks and spots of old minor oxidation overall. The brass front sight blade has aged to a tarnished dark mustard patina. The metal parts are unmarked save for the remnants of a left-facing Federal Eagle with olive branch on the right side over ''US'' in an oval on the lockplate, a crisp ''W.C'' on the interior of the lockplate, and the rounded integral iron pan and frizzen screw display ''I'' inspection marks. The fit of the lock to the stock and the frizzen to the pan are both excellent, the frizzen and mainsprings robust and the action very crisp. The screw heads show little to no wear and aside from the inspection for this description, it is clear that the lock had not been removed from the stock in a very long time. The American black walnut stock rates near very good with perhaps a touch of period-added finish, a 3 1/4'' crack running from the front of the lockplate to the wood line, a short U-shaped flexing crack behind the lockplate, a few other cracks around the action and buttplate, a small chip behind the right side of the middle band and the light handling marks typical of a roughly 200 year old musket. There is a small ''P'' stamped behind the long teardrop-shaped triggerguard. The bayonet stud and one-piece sling swivels are intact and a steel button-head ramrod with threaded end is included. A very honest Model 1795 musket in its original flint. (23A9976-21) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
about .69 cal., 44 3/4'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this original flint musket are toning to a mottled brown and gray patina with some scattered ...morespots of pinprick pitting along the barrel and on the lockplate, some scattered light handling marks and spots of old minor oxidation overall. The brass front sight blade has aged to a tarnished dark mustard patina. The metal parts are unmarked save for the remnants of a left-facing Federal Eagle with olive branch on the right side over ''US'' in an oval on the lockplate, a crisp ''W.C'' on the interior of the lockplate, and the rounded integral iron pan and frizzen screw display ''I'' inspection marks. The fit of the lock to the stock and the frizzen to the pan are both excellent, the frizzen and mainsprings robust and the action very crisp. The screw heads show little to no wear and aside from the inspection for this description, it is clear that the lock had not been removed from the stock in a very long time. The American black walnut stock rates near very good with perhaps a touch of period-added finish, a 3 1/4'' crack running from the front of the lockplate to the wood line, a short U-shaped flexing crack behind the lockplate, a few other cracks around the action and buttplate, a small chip behind the right side of the middle band and the light handling marks typical of a roughly 200 year old musket. There is a small ''P'' stamped behind the long teardrop-shaped triggerguard. The bayonet stud and one-piece sling swivels are intact and a steel button-head ramrod with threaded end is included. A very honest Model 1795 musket in its original flint. (23A9976-21) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
U.S. Model 1803 Flintlock Rifle by Harpers Ferry
Lot # 181 (Sale Order: 181 of 600)
Low Estimate: 800High Estimate: 1,200
Bore opened to .63 caliber, 33" part round part octagon smoothbore barrel with an oxidized bore. The lock is marked with proper Federal Eagle over "US" ahead of cock and "HARPERS / FERRY / 1806" vertically to rear of cock. The barrel is marked with "(eaglehead) / P" and "US" both in sunken ovals and is numbered "2625". This rifle is an old reconversion to flint with the touchhole having a nice appearance being worn open and lock and components have a nice appearance. The barrel shows a gray brown patina overall with some scattered patches of light pitting present. The lock is a rich brown patina with a little scattered old light oxidation present. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and there are some vise impressions on the breech end of barrel. The walnut stock has been refinished and shows lightly softened edges and a more shiny appearance than the original; there is no visible cartouche. The brass buttplate, patchbox, triggerguard, tailpipe and forend band all show a pleasing mellow patina. The iron ramrod is present along with the original sights. These rifles are very handsome and represent the first muzzleloading flintlock rifles by either U.S. Armory. (1B9670-348) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (800/1200)
Bore opened to .63 caliber, 33" part round part octagon smoothbore barrel with an oxidized bore. The lock is marked with proper Federal Eagle over "US" ahead of cock and ...more"HARPERS / FERRY / 1806" vertically to rear of cock. The barrel is marked with "(eaglehead) / P" and "US" both in sunken ovals and is numbered "2625". This rifle is an old reconversion to flint with the touchhole having a nice appearance being worn open and lock and components have a nice appearance. The barrel shows a gray brown patina overall with some scattered patches of light pitting present. The lock is a rich brown patina with a little scattered old light oxidation present. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and there are some vise impressions on the breech end of barrel. The walnut stock has been refinished and shows lightly softened edges and a more shiny appearance than the original; there is no visible cartouche. The brass buttplate, patchbox, triggerguard, tailpipe and forend band all show a pleasing mellow patina. The iron ramrod is present along with the original sights. These rifles are very handsome and represent the first muzzleloading flintlock rifles by either U.S. Armory. (1B9670-348) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (800/1200)
Exquisite Pair of Parisian Percussion Pistols with Presentation, Gift of Louis Phillipe I of France
Lot # 182 (Sale Order: 182 of 600)
Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 20,000
.50 cal, 10" octagon Leopold Bernard barrels with finely rifled bright excellent bores. This is an absolutely stunning set of pistols, given to British Lt. Commander Charles James Postle, Royal Navy, for his efforts rescuing the crew of stricken French vessel Papin. The barrels retain 98% original plum-brown finish with balance of metal surfaces finished a very lovely French gray, the tangs are numbered "1" and "2" respectively. Their undersides are stamped with the sunken ''LB'' beneath crown touchmark of barrel maker Leopold Bernard and dated and numbered each ''4184.1845''. The barrels show exquisite open scroll and floral engraving at muzzles, with simple windage adjustable bead front sights and u-notch rears, each barrel maker marked "GAUVAIN BOULEVART DUMONT-PARNASSE A PARIS". All metal surfaces show the same exceptional quality open flowing foliate scroll engraving in full coverage and the arms appear very nearly as-new, unused. The hump-back stepped locks are maker marked in curved ribands beneath the hammers. There are single spur triggerguards with long downward tangs and nice triggerplate front extensions and ornate butt caps at the culmination of the deeply ribbed grip; each sideplate ornately engraved as the balance of the metal surfaces. Mahogany stocks rate excellent with deeply fluted grips showing open foliate scroll and griffon carving left and right, similar floral carving along back with Green Man and open foliate scroll at nose of each stock. The stocks have a few very tiny handling marks, scratches or light dings here and there, most noticeable in the area of the wedge escutcheons, but very unobtrusive. The arms are cased in a French-fitted maker's case with rose interior with case-hardened bullet mould, turn screw with nipple wrench in the hollow handle, loading rods, mallet, German silver-mounted horn powder flask, mahogany parts bottles and engraved German silver oiler. The mahogany case has an ornate silver and brass foliate engraved border inlay at each corner and the center, surrounding a silver presentation plate at center with 1845-dated inscription to Capt. Postle, British of His Majesty's steam gun vessel Flamer, for his help in rescuing survivors of French war steamer Papin which foundered off the coast of Morocco. Le Papin was one of the vessels destined for the French squadron on the coast of Africa for the suppression of the slave trade. She was en route on December 6, 1845 off Mazagan when she ran aground and a gale ensued, which, as it increased in ferocity eventually pummeled the ship to pieces; 77 lives were lost including the captain and all the officers. Heroic efforts by those ashore primarily native Moors, plunged into the water, swam to the ship, and one by one succeeded in bringing to shore some 44 seamen and marines on their backs. It was during this tragedy H. M. Steam Vessel Flamer came to Papin's aid and rescued a number of those aboard. According to A Naval Biographical Dictionary (1849, William Richard O'Byrne), the guns were a gift of Louis Philippe I, then King of France: ''The King of France being desirous of testifying his appreciation of the noble conduct exhibited by Lieut Postle expressed his intention of conferring upon him the Cross of the Legion of Honor. The regulations of the British service however, not permitting him to accept it, His Majesty presented him instead with a valuable pair of pistols, appropriately inscribed.''. The case is very fine with a few very minor drying flecks or very light cracks, a few spots showing where the brass wire periphery inlay has gone missing, but fortunately not the nice scroll work which remains intact. The interior has faded just a bit with some impressions in the lid lining and with ''Gauvin/a Paris'' in gold fully intact. A very handsome pair of pistols, presented to this valiant Naval man, directly at the behest of His Majesty Louis Philippe. (3J9670-495) {ANTIQUE}[David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/20,000)
.50 cal, 10" octagon Leopold Bernard barrels with finely rifled bright excellent bores. This is an absolutely stunning set of pistols, given to British Lt. Commander Char...moreles James Postle, Royal Navy, for his efforts rescuing the crew of stricken French vessel Papin. The barrels retain 98% original plum-brown finish with balance of metal surfaces finished a very lovely French gray, the tangs are numbered "1" and "2" respectively. Their undersides are stamped with the sunken ''LB'' beneath crown touchmark of barrel maker Leopold Bernard and dated and numbered each ''4184.1845''. The barrels show exquisite open scroll and floral engraving at muzzles, with simple windage adjustable bead front sights and u-notch rears, each barrel maker marked "GAUVAIN BOULEVART DUMONT-PARNASSE A PARIS". All metal surfaces show the same exceptional quality open flowing foliate scroll engraving in full coverage and the arms appear very nearly as-new, unused. The hump-back stepped locks are maker marked in curved ribands beneath the hammers. There are single spur triggerguards with long downward tangs and nice triggerplate front extensions and ornate butt caps at the culmination of the deeply ribbed grip; each sideplate ornately engraved as the balance of the metal surfaces. Mahogany stocks rate excellent with deeply fluted grips showing open foliate scroll and griffon carving left and right, similar floral carving along back with Green Man and open foliate scroll at nose of each stock. The stocks have a few very tiny handling marks, scratches or light dings here and there, most noticeable in the area of the wedge escutcheons, but very unobtrusive. The arms are cased in a French-fitted maker's case with rose interior with case-hardened bullet mould, turn screw with nipple wrench in the hollow handle, loading rods, mallet, German silver-mounted horn powder flask, mahogany parts bottles and engraved German silver oiler. The mahogany case has an ornate silver and brass foliate engraved border inlay at each corner and the center, surrounding a silver presentation plate at center with 1845-dated inscription to Capt. Postle, British of His Majesty's steam gun vessel Flamer, for his help in rescuing survivors of French war steamer Papin which foundered off the coast of Morocco. Le Papin was one of the vessels destined for the French squadron on the coast of Africa for the suppression of the slave trade. She was en route on December 6, 1845 off Mazagan when she ran aground and a gale ensued, which, as it increased in ferocity eventually pummeled the ship to pieces; 77 lives were lost including the captain and all the officers. Heroic efforts by those ashore primarily native Moors, plunged into the water, swam to the ship, and one by one succeeded in bringing to shore some 44 seamen and marines on their backs. It was during this tragedy H. M. Steam Vessel Flamer came to Papin's aid and rescued a number of those aboard. According to A Naval Biographical Dictionary (1849, William Richard O'Byrne), the guns were a gift of Louis Philippe I, then King of France: ''The King of France being desirous of testifying his appreciation of the noble conduct exhibited by Lieut Postle expressed his intention of conferring upon him the Cross of the Legion of Honor. The regulations of the British service however, not permitting him to accept it, His Majesty presented him instead with a valuable pair of pistols, appropriately inscribed.''. The case is very fine with a few very minor drying flecks or very light cracks, a few spots showing where the brass wire periphery inlay has gone missing, but fortunately not the nice scroll work which remains intact. The interior has faded just a bit with some impressions in the lid lining and with ''Gauvin/a Paris'' in gold fully intact. A very handsome pair of pistols, presented to this valiant Naval man, directly at the behest of His Majesty Louis Philippe. (3J9670-495) {ANTIQUE}[David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/20,000)
U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol by Harpers Ferry
Lot # 183 (Sale Order: 183 of 600)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #1098, .54 cal, 10 1/16" round barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some very mild smoothed-over fine pitting here and there. This is a handsome pistol that has been very masterfully reconverted, the only noticeable signs of reconversion evident upon close inspection with a bore scope internally. The barrel shows evidence of an old professional cleaning and is now mostly bright showing some very sparse remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting retaining very nice breech markings with sunken "(Eagle Head) / P" and "US" proofs along with the serial number. The correct original lockplate is a medium gray tone showing some scattered old minor pitting and remnants of fine oxidation otherwise retaining nice strong markings with "HARPERS / FERRY / 1807" at the rear and "(Federal Eagle) / US" in the center. The lock fits very nicely and the inside of the plate is stamped "WV". The brass hardware is partially bright having taken on a pale goldenrod patina showing some sparsely scattered light dings and a few small spots of mild tarnishing. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing a very thin repaired crack running between the tailpipe and triggerguard, small crack at either side of the rear lock screw and some scattered mild handling marks. There are a few neatly executed repairs around the lockplate only visible upon close inspection and the fit of the hardware otherwise remains quite nice. The stock maintains an attractive appearance overall with very good edges, a softened "S 7" stamp to the right of the triggerguard tang and a faint evident cartouche on the left flat. Matching assembly marks "\XVIII" are found on the underside barrel, breech plug, breech screw, sideplate and on the stock beneath the sideplate. The lockplate shows assembly mark "IIII", a brass-tipped hickory ramrod is included and the lock seems to function well mechanically. This pistol is listed by serial number on page 68 of Hudak's Harpers Ferry Arsenal book with the notations that it was previously accounted for on Birdie Partridge's and Dr. Petersen's lists. A handsome example of these sought-after U.S. martial pistols, the first produced by a national armory. (13D9980-30) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
serial #1098, .54 cal, 10 1/16" round barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some very mild smoothed-over fine pitting here and there. This is a handsome pistol that...more has been very masterfully reconverted, the only noticeable signs of reconversion evident upon close inspection with a bore scope internally. The barrel shows evidence of an old professional cleaning and is now mostly bright showing some very sparse remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting retaining very nice breech markings with sunken "(Eagle Head) / P" and "US" proofs along with the serial number. The correct original lockplate is a medium gray tone showing some scattered old minor pitting and remnants of fine oxidation otherwise retaining nice strong markings with "HARPERS / FERRY / 1807" at the rear and "(Federal Eagle) / US" in the center. The lock fits very nicely and the inside of the plate is stamped "WV". The brass hardware is partially bright having taken on a pale goldenrod patina showing some sparsely scattered light dings and a few small spots of mild tarnishing. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing a very thin repaired crack running between the tailpipe and triggerguard, small crack at either side of the rear lock screw and some scattered mild handling marks. There are a few neatly executed repairs around the lockplate only visible upon close inspection and the fit of the hardware otherwise remains quite nice. The stock maintains an attractive appearance overall with very good edges, a softened "S 7" stamp to the right of the triggerguard tang and a faint evident cartouche on the left flat. Matching assembly marks "\XVIII" are found on the underside barrel, breech plug, breech screw, sideplate and on the stock beneath the sideplate. The lockplate shows assembly mark "IIII", a brass-tipped hickory ramrod is included and the lock seems to function well mechanically. This pistol is listed by serial number on page 68 of Hudak's Harpers Ferry Arsenal book with the notations that it was previously accounted for on Birdie Partridge's and Dr. Petersen's lists. A handsome example of these sought-after U.S. martial pistols, the first produced by a national armory. (13D9980-30) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket by Harpers Ferry
Lot # 184 (Sale Order: 184 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
.69 cal., 42'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this Type II original flint musket are toning to a plum brown patina with scattered spots of old light to moderate oxidation overall, a narrow streak of silvering on the left side of the barrel near the breech, along with some scattered minor handling marks and the typical light pitting at the breech, while the brass detachable pan and front sight blade are a dark mustard patina. The breech features a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof, the lockplate is marked ''HARPERS / FERRY / 1826'' behind the cock and (Federal Eagle) / ''U.S.'' ahead while both the exterior and interior parts of the lock along with the sideplate, triggerguard and screw heads abound in various inspector's initials and numbers. The American black walnut stock rates fair with multiple cracks around the lockplate and sideplate including two which extend into the wrist, one of which flexes and the other is repaired. There is a repaired long crack in the right side of the forend running from below the middle band spring to the wood line and some scattered light handling marks from the years. There are no visible cartouches and what appears to be ''ST'' is lightly carved behind the triggerguard. The sling swivels and bayonet lug are intact, a button-head steel ramrod with threaded end is stored below the barrel and while the mainspring is not particularly strong, the frizzen spring is robust and the action remains crisp. An honest example of a Harpers Ferry Model 1816 Type II musket that not only appears to have seen extensive service but remains in its original flint configuration. (23B9933-8) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
.69 cal., 42'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this Type II original flint musket are toning to a plum brown patina with scattered spots of old light ...moreto moderate oxidation overall, a narrow streak of silvering on the left side of the barrel near the breech, along with some scattered minor handling marks and the typical light pitting at the breech, while the brass detachable pan and front sight blade are a dark mustard patina. The breech features a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof, the lockplate is marked ''HARPERS / FERRY / 1826'' behind the cock and (Federal Eagle) / ''U.S.'' ahead while both the exterior and interior parts of the lock along with the sideplate, triggerguard and screw heads abound in various inspector's initials and numbers. The American black walnut stock rates fair with multiple cracks around the lockplate and sideplate including two which extend into the wrist, one of which flexes and the other is repaired. There is a repaired long crack in the right side of the forend running from below the middle band spring to the wood line and some scattered light handling marks from the years. There are no visible cartouches and what appears to be ''ST'' is lightly carved behind the triggerguard. The sling swivels and bayonet lug are intact, a button-head steel ramrod with threaded end is stored below the barrel and while the mainspring is not particularly strong, the frizzen spring is robust and the action remains crisp. An honest example of a Harpers Ferry Model 1816 Type II musket that not only appears to have seen extensive service but remains in its original flint configuration. (23B9933-8) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
Very Fine Cased Pair of Percussion Belt Pistols by Williams & Powell of Liverpool
Lot # 185 (Sale Order: 185 of 600)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
.48 caliber, 9" octagon barrels with excellent smooth bores. These pistols are very high grade with their back action locks showing full coverage scroll engraving including a lovely border as well as engraved sliding safeties. The fancy bolsters have platinum blow out plugs which are also engraved and the barrel breeches show four gold bands. The tangs and barrel breeches show the same lovely full coverage scroll, but in relief. The stocks are of highly figured English walnut and have flat butts with engraved silver bands around their circumference and with applied shell carved domed walnut buttcaps. The pistols are marked on their locks "WILLIAMS / & POWELL" and each barrel is engraved on their top flats "LIVERPOOL". The condition of the guns is wonderful with the barrels retaining 80- 90% evenly thinning original brown finish with strong damascus pattern their entire lengths. One of the pistols shows more thinning and some very light oxidation staining mostly on the left and top left flat on the section along the breech. The patent breeches retain 90% original color case hardened finish, the locks retain a similar amount of color. The locks are affixed with two screws passing laterally through the stock at front and rear of lockplate. Those screw heads are also engraved and the checkering pattern flows neatly around them. The triggerguards are of iron with graceful finger spurs and they have flaked to a smooth gray brown patina with engraved bows and stylized pineapple finials. The engraved bands around the butts are of silver as are the wedge escutcheons and forend tip, the tailpipe and thimble are iron. The stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish and have sharp checkering. These are very handsome pistols with all engraving remaining sharp and crisp. The ebony or ebonized ramrods have threaded brass tips on one end and German silver tips on the other, one of the German silver tips is longer than the other as it has a threaded storage compartment, but both are believed to be original. The pistols come in their original walnut case with a full complement of accessories which include a three compartment copper flask, rosewood handled nipple wrench and turnscrew, patch cutter, spare nipple in threaded wooden canister, worm, extra sets of lock screws which are engraved, (2) two-piece ram and cleaning roads, a case hardened mainspring vise, a pewter oiler and a small horsehair brush with turned rosewood handle. The case is lined in green baize and bears an excellent original maker label on interior of lid. The case is in very good to excellent condition inside and out but the key escutcheon is missing. The maker label notes "Successors to the late PATRICK", this refers to Ann Patrick, one of the very few known female gunmakers, who was the daughter of Jerome Patrick and was in business on her own in Liverpool. A wonderful set of British percussion pistols. (1E9944-22) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (7000/9000)
.48 caliber, 9" octagon barrels with excellent smooth bores. These pistols are very high grade with their back action locks showing full coverage scroll engraving includi...moreng a lovely border as well as engraved sliding safeties. The fancy bolsters have platinum blow out plugs which are also engraved and the barrel breeches show four gold bands. The tangs and barrel breeches show the same lovely full coverage scroll, but in relief. The stocks are of highly figured English walnut and have flat butts with engraved silver bands around their circumference and with applied shell carved domed walnut buttcaps. The pistols are marked on their locks "WILLIAMS / & POWELL" and each barrel is engraved on their top flats "LIVERPOOL". The condition of the guns is wonderful with the barrels retaining 80- 90% evenly thinning original brown finish with strong damascus pattern their entire lengths. One of the pistols shows more thinning and some very light oxidation staining mostly on the left and top left flat on the section along the breech. The patent breeches retain 90% original color case hardened finish, the locks retain a similar amount of color. The locks are affixed with two screws passing laterally through the stock at front and rear of lockplate. Those screw heads are also engraved and the checkering pattern flows neatly around them. The triggerguards are of iron with graceful finger spurs and they have flaked to a smooth gray brown patina with engraved bows and stylized pineapple finials. The engraved bands around the butts are of silver as are the wedge escutcheons and forend tip, the tailpipe and thimble are iron. The stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish and have sharp checkering. These are very handsome pistols with all engraving remaining sharp and crisp. The ebony or ebonized ramrods have threaded brass tips on one end and German silver tips on the other, one of the German silver tips is longer than the other as it has a threaded storage compartment, but both are believed to be original. The pistols come in their original walnut case with a full complement of accessories which include a three compartment copper flask, rosewood handled nipple wrench and turnscrew, patch cutter, spare nipple in threaded wooden canister, worm, extra sets of lock screws which are engraved, (2) two-piece ram and cleaning roads, a case hardened mainspring vise, a pewter oiler and a small horsehair brush with turned rosewood handle. The case is lined in green baize and bears an excellent original maker label on interior of lid. The case is in very good to excellent condition inside and out but the key escutcheon is missing. The maker label notes "Successors to the late PATRICK", this refers to Ann Patrick, one of the very few known female gunmakers, who was the daughter of Jerome Patrick and was in business on her own in Liverpool. A wonderful set of British percussion pistols. (1E9944-22) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (7000/9000)
Mass. Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Dragoon Percussion Revolver
Lot # 186 (Sale Order: 186 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #317, .40 cal, 6" round barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting and moderate oxidation in the grooves with scattered bright areas and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this impressive revolver have mostly toned to a dark gray and plum-brown patina showing some overall light pitting, most of which is relatively minor, some areas of mild erosion and light freckling. There are a few spots of smoky case-hardened patina lurking about the protected areas and the triggerguard has taken on an attractive ocher patina. The hammer shows some light foliate embellishments and all markings remain intact and legible with "WESSON'S & LEAVITT'S PATENT" on the right side frame, Mass. Arms Co. address on the top strap and patent dates on the various parts covering the unique features of the revolver. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition retaining a fair amount of original varnish and showing the expected overall light dings and handling marks. Their fit to the frame remains quite nice and they maintain an honest appearance overall. The barrel locks up well to the arbor exhibiting just a little minor play and the action also seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lock-up. A nice example of these interesting and desirable revolvers for the antique arms collector. (13B9898-60) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #317, .40 cal, 6" round barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting and moderate oxidation in the grooves with scattered bright areas and strong rifling througho...moreut. The metal surfaces of this impressive revolver have mostly toned to a dark gray and plum-brown patina showing some overall light pitting, most of which is relatively minor, some areas of mild erosion and light freckling. There are a few spots of smoky case-hardened patina lurking about the protected areas and the triggerguard has taken on an attractive ocher patina. The hammer shows some light foliate embellishments and all markings remain intact and legible with "WESSON'S & LEAVITT'S PATENT" on the right side frame, Mass. Arms Co. address on the top strap and patent dates on the various parts covering the unique features of the revolver. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition retaining a fair amount of original varnish and showing the expected overall light dings and handling marks. Their fit to the frame remains quite nice and they maintain an honest appearance overall. The barrel locks up well to the arbor exhibiting just a little minor play and the action also seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lock-up. A nice example of these interesting and desirable revolvers for the antique arms collector. (13B9898-60) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
Attractive Smith & Wesson No. 1 First Issue Revolver with Gutta Percha Case
Lot # 187 (Sale Order: 187 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #8990, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' ribbed octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and ejector spud of this sixth type revolver retain about 65-70% original bright blue showing fine overall flaking to mild gray patina and a few areas of minor pinprick pits along the sides. The cylinder retains about 80% original bright blue thinning to mild gray and showing some light handling marks. The barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain crisp and clear and the articulated hammer spur retains much of its bright fire blue; the head of the spur screw has broken off, though the spur remains secured by the threaded portion. The frame retains about 99% original silver finish showing just some scattered light handling marks and the silver is taking on a lovely mellow patina overall. The smooth rosewood grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish with the right panel showing some overall flaking finish. The numbered parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The accompanying original gutta percha case with molded image of the revolver remains in about very fine condition, the lid showing a few lengthy cracks that have been neatly repaired, a few smaller cracks along the corners and some shallow small chips. There are a couple small cracks along the side of the lid and small repair near one of the hinges, the exterior of the base is excellent and the lid motifs remain intact and strong. The internal spacers for the revolver have mostly broken off though the cartridge block is intact and the embossed lining shows some light scuffs and mild staining. A nice ensemble for the Smith & Wesson collector, both revolver and case remaining very attractive. (13C9952-66) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #8990, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' ribbed octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and ejector spud of this sixth type revolver retain about 65-70% original bri...moreght blue showing fine overall flaking to mild gray patina and a few areas of minor pinprick pits along the sides. The cylinder retains about 80% original bright blue thinning to mild gray and showing some light handling marks. The barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain crisp and clear and the articulated hammer spur retains much of its bright fire blue; the head of the spur screw has broken off, though the spur remains secured by the threaded portion. The frame retains about 99% original silver finish showing just some scattered light handling marks and the silver is taking on a lovely mellow patina overall. The smooth rosewood grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish with the right panel showing some overall flaking finish. The numbered parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The accompanying original gutta percha case with molded image of the revolver remains in about very fine condition, the lid showing a few lengthy cracks that have been neatly repaired, a few smaller cracks along the corners and some shallow small chips. There are a couple small cracks along the side of the lid and small repair near one of the hinges, the exterior of the base is excellent and the lid motifs remain intact and strong. The internal spacers for the revolver have mostly broken off though the cartridge block is intact and the embossed lining shows some light scuffs and mild staining. A nice ensemble for the Smith & Wesson collector, both revolver and case remaining very attractive. (13C9952-66) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second Issue Revolver with Presentation & Very Fine Gutta Percha Case
Lot # 188 (Sale Order: 188 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #43625, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' ribbed octagon barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder have mostly toned to a mild gray-brown patina showing a few scattered light dings and remnants of pinprick pitting. The barrel address and cylinder patent dates remain intact and strong. The frame retains about 97% original silver finish showing just some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks with the silver taking on a lovely tarnish overall. The right side of the frame is neatly engraved ''Presented to / M. C. Walker / by / Daniel Lee / Jan. 1st / 1867''. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some mild flaking along the left panel and a few handling marks, the right panel is stamp-numbered matching. The assembly numbers on the barrel and frame are no longer visible, barrel-to-frame fit shows moderate play and the action remains functional. The accompanying original gutta percha case with molded image of the revolver is really quite lovely, the only apologies being a small thin chip at the bottom right lid corner, tiny chip at the top edge of the base and a couple very thin hairline cracks here and there. The molded motifs along the lid remain completely intact and crisp and the internal spacers and cartridge block show just a couple small shallow chips but remain otherwise intact. The embossed purple lining shows a small discolored area from resting on the cylinder and otherwise rates near excellent. An attractive ensemble with a really wonderful case. (13C9952-68) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #43625, 22 RF, 3 3/16'' ribbed octagon barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder have mostly toned to a mild gray-br...moreown patina showing a few scattered light dings and remnants of pinprick pitting. The barrel address and cylinder patent dates remain intact and strong. The frame retains about 97% original silver finish showing just some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks with the silver taking on a lovely tarnish overall. The right side of the frame is neatly engraved ''Presented to / M. C. Walker / by / Daniel Lee / Jan. 1st / 1867''. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some mild flaking along the left panel and a few handling marks, the right panel is stamp-numbered matching. The assembly numbers on the barrel and frame are no longer visible, barrel-to-frame fit shows moderate play and the action remains functional. The accompanying original gutta percha case with molded image of the revolver is really quite lovely, the only apologies being a small thin chip at the bottom right lid corner, tiny chip at the top edge of the base and a couple very thin hairline cracks here and there. The molded motifs along the lid remain completely intact and crisp and the internal spacers and cartridge block show just a couple small shallow chips but remain otherwise intact. The embossed purple lining shows a small discolored area from resting on the cylinder and otherwise rates near excellent. An attractive ensemble with a really wonderful case. (13C9952-68) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
Cased Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver with British Retailer Markings
Lot # 189 (Sale Order: 189 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #51001, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered small patches of light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 90% original bright blue with most of the loss due to the gripstraps toning to smooth gunmetal gray along with some scattered high edge wear, flaking along the cylinder and a few light scratches on the left side near the screw heads. The ejector spud has toned to silvery pewter patina and the hammer retains generous case-hardened colors throughout. The revolver is stamped with Birmingham proof marks and the barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain crisp. The barrel rib is neatly engraved in small lettering just after the factory address ''NUNN. HERTFORD.'' The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish with just some faint edge wear and the right panel with a tiny drying crack at the heel. The right panel is stamp-numbered matching and the other numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included period British case rates good, the exterior showing some older added finish and a few lengthy drying cracks. The brass lid escutcheon and lock escutcheon are missing. The interior is lined with dark blue baize that shows some moderate staining and light scuffing, There are about twenty antique 32 RF cartridges in the storage compartment showing mild tarnishing along with a simple cleaning rod. A well-established family in Hertford, the family ironworks were founded in 1798 and operated up until 1901; their distinctive golden key shop sign now adorns the Hertford town museum building. (13B9952-60) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
serial #51001, 32 RF, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered small patches of light oxidation and strong rifling throughout....more The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 90% original bright blue with most of the loss due to the gripstraps toning to smooth gunmetal gray along with some scattered high edge wear, flaking along the cylinder and a few light scratches on the left side near the screw heads. The ejector spud has toned to silvery pewter patina and the hammer retains generous case-hardened colors throughout. The revolver is stamped with Birmingham proof marks and the barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain crisp. The barrel rib is neatly engraved in small lettering just after the factory address ''NUNN. HERTFORD.'' The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish with just some faint edge wear and the right panel with a tiny drying crack at the heel. The right panel is stamp-numbered matching and the other numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included period British case rates good, the exterior showing some older added finish and a few lengthy drying cracks. The brass lid escutcheon and lock escutcheon are missing. The interior is lined with dark blue baize that shows some moderate staining and light scuffing, There are about twenty antique 32 RF cartridges in the storage compartment showing mild tarnishing along with a simple cleaning rod. A well-established family in Hertford, the family ironworks were founded in 1798 and operated up until 1901; their distinctive golden key shop sign now adorns the Hertford town museum building. (13B9952-60) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
Exceptionally Rare Henry Deringer Gold-Mounted Percussion Pocket Pistol Engraved ''Acklen''
Lot # 190 (Sale Order: 190 of 600)
Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
This is a highly embellished Deringer with deluxe burl grade walnut and gold appointments and is one of two such highly embellished Deringer arms known. The arm is about .45 caliber, with a 2 7/8” octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized bore which shows strong rifling. The barrel is a pleasing plum brown patina showing nice quality open flowing scroll and floral decoration which remains quite vivid given the age of the gun, with remnants of a few light pits near the muzzle. The breech and tang are more of a pewter case-hardened patina, with the same loose nice quality scroll, appropriate “Deringer Philadela” marking and the left side firing proof, with dual inlaid gold bands. The front sight as well appears to be the same 18 karat gold we find throughout the balance of the arm. The lockplate and hammer are a similar patina with open flowing scroll with floral decoration, continuing onto the hammer which does show a bit of light pitting in the flash area. The arm features extensive gold appointments which show beautiful quality open scroll and floral decoration, which remains remarkably crisp given the soft nature of the base metal. Indeed all of the normal German silver components are 18 karat gold on this arm, including the left side flat inlaid flourish, trapdoor buttcap and a shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist; even the original ramrod features a gold ferrule. The highly figured burl walnut stock rates very fine, perhaps showing a bit of an old light cleaning many years ago, with lovely grain figure and minor handling marks or drying cracks throughout the highly figured wood, with a couple of lightly darkened areas where a bit of oil or perhaps oxidation staining leached into the wood. The monogram plate is neatly engraved “Acklen”, and was later over-engraved in a vine-like pattern which has obscured the name slightly. It is highly likely that the arm was the property of the Joseph and Adelicia Acklen family of Tennessee. Mrs. Acklen married a wealthy southern plantation owner at age 22, he some 28 years her senior, and ended up a very very wealthy woman upon his somewhat untimely demise, inheriting an estate that included four Louisiana cotton plantations adding up to 8700 acres, a two-thousand-acre Plantation in Tennessee, more than 50,000 acres of land in Texas, not to mention stocks and bonds, and the slaves her husband had amassed, making her the wealthiest woman in Tennessee. Her second husband, Joseph Alexander Smith Acklen, was a hero of the Texas Revolution, and during the Civil War he financed his own Tennessee unit, the Acklen Rifles. In 1863 Joseph died from complications relating to a carriage accident, once again leaving the young lady a widow. It is not too far a stretch to believe that this well-heeled lady or her husband would carry such an arm upon their person when venturing away from the estate or perhaps keep it in the home as protection (more likely both). In a very interesting turn of events, after Joseph died, Miss Adelicia journeyed to Louisiana at the height of the Civil War in an attempt to save cotton there on her plantations, which the Confederate Army had threatened to burn to prevent it from being captured by Union soldiers. She hired a gunboat to take her down the Mississippi River and was able to convince the Confederate General Leonidas Polk, not to burn her cotton, as the two had grown up in the same neighborhood, Polk actually attending her wedding to Jos. Acklen. The cotton was secured and it was learned that Union Admiral David D. Porter was in the area. A meeting was set up with the Admiral and he issued a permit for transport, and a Union gunboat delivered the cotton to New Orleans where it shipped to Liverpool. Post-war, she and her children went to England to retrieve the funds and toured Europe, actually being presented to the Court of Napoleon III whilst in France. Indeed, when she remarried in 1867, Napoleon III is said to have been on the guest list but rather than attend, the Emperor sent a diamond tiara to Adelicia which she wore to the reception. It is certainly a romantic notion to imagine the pistol accompanying the comely Mrs. Acklen on her journey throughout Europe, or perhaps even on her sojourn down the Mississippi to save her fortune from both the Confederate and Union armies. An absolutely beautiful Deringer in its own right, no doubt one of the most highly embellished one or the two arms ever made by Deringer, there certainly are no other “Acklens” that are likely to have owned such an arm. By the time her “Acklen children” were of arms-carrying age, the “brand-new” cartridge arms that followed the Civil War would’ve been all the rage and there would’ve been no reason to carry such an antiquated, yet beautiful, pocket pistol. A true American treasure and worthy of the finest collection of Deringers, American arms or percussion pistols. (3G9762-5) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)
This is a highly embellished Deringer with deluxe burl grade walnut and gold appointments and is one of two such highly embellished Deringer arms known. The arm is about ...more.45 caliber, with a 2 7/8” octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized bore which shows strong rifling. The barrel is a pleasing plum brown patina showing nice quality open flowing scroll and floral decoration which remains quite vivid given the age of the gun, with remnants of a few light pits near the muzzle. The breech and tang are more of a pewter case-hardened patina, with the same loose nice quality scroll, appropriate “Deringer Philadela” marking and the left side firing proof, with dual inlaid gold bands. The front sight as well appears to be the same 18 karat gold we find throughout the balance of the arm. The lockplate and hammer are a similar patina with open flowing scroll with floral decoration, continuing onto the hammer which does show a bit of light pitting in the flash area. The arm features extensive gold appointments which show beautiful quality open scroll and floral decoration, which remains remarkably crisp given the soft nature of the base metal. Indeed all of the normal German silver components are 18 karat gold on this arm, including the left side flat inlaid flourish, trapdoor buttcap and a shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist; even the original ramrod features a gold ferrule. The highly figured burl walnut stock rates very fine, perhaps showing a bit of an old light cleaning many years ago, with lovely grain figure and minor handling marks or drying cracks throughout the highly figured wood, with a couple of lightly darkened areas where a bit of oil or perhaps oxidation staining leached into the wood. The monogram plate is neatly engraved “Acklen”, and was later over-engraved in a vine-like pattern which has obscured the name slightly. It is highly likely that the arm was the property of the Joseph and Adelicia Acklen family of Tennessee. Mrs. Acklen married a wealthy southern plantation owner at age 22, he some 28 years her senior, and ended up a very very wealthy woman upon his somewhat untimely demise, inheriting an estate that included four Louisiana cotton plantations adding up to 8700 acres, a two-thousand-acre Plantation in Tennessee, more than 50,000 acres of land in Texas, not to mention stocks and bonds, and the slaves her husband had amassed, making her the wealthiest woman in Tennessee. Her second husband, Joseph Alexander Smith Acklen, was a hero of the Texas Revolution, and during the Civil War he financed his own Tennessee unit, the Acklen Rifles. In 1863 Joseph died from complications relating to a carriage accident, once again leaving the young lady a widow. It is not too far a stretch to believe that this well-heeled lady or her husband would carry such an arm upon their person when venturing away from the estate or perhaps keep it in the home as protection (more likely both). In a very interesting turn of events, after Joseph died, Miss Adelicia journeyed to Louisiana at the height of the Civil War in an attempt to save cotton there on her plantations, which the Confederate Army had threatened to burn to prevent it from being captured by Union soldiers. She hired a gunboat to take her down the Mississippi River and was able to convince the Confederate General Leonidas Polk, not to burn her cotton, as the two had grown up in the same neighborhood, Polk actually attending her wedding to Jos. Acklen. The cotton was secured and it was learned that Union Admiral David D. Porter was in the area. A meeting was set up with the Admiral and he issued a permit for transport, and a Union gunboat delivered the cotton to New Orleans where it shipped to Liverpool. Post-war, she and her children went to England to retrieve the funds and toured Europe, actually being presented to the Court of Napoleon III whilst in France. Indeed, when she remarried in 1867, Napoleon III is said to have been on the guest list but rather than attend, the Emperor sent a diamond tiara to Adelicia which she wore to the reception. It is certainly a romantic notion to imagine the pistol accompanying the comely Mrs. Acklen on her journey throughout Europe, or perhaps even on her sojourn down the Mississippi to save her fortune from both the Confederate and Union armies. An absolutely beautiful Deringer in its own right, no doubt one of the most highly embellished one or the two arms ever made by Deringer, there certainly are no other “Acklens” that are likely to have owned such an arm. By the time her “Acklen children” were of arms-carrying age, the “brand-new” cartridge arms that followed the Civil War would’ve been all the rage and there would’ve been no reason to carry such an antiquated, yet beautiful, pocket pistol. A true American treasure and worthy of the finest collection of Deringers, American arms or percussion pistols. (3G9762-5) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)
Rare Samuel Adams Patent Combination Break-Open Sporting Percussion Rifle-Shotgun
Lot # 191 (Sale Order: 191 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #4, .48 cal / 10 ga, 31 1/2" rifled barrel insert and 31" shotgun barrel, the rifle barrel partially bright showing scattered patches and a small ring of moderate oxidation with otherwise good rifling and the shotgun barrel mostly bright showing a few spots of light pitting. There is no shotgun chamber insert present and the rifle insert is un-numbered and of more modern quality construction. The barrel has mostly toned to plum-brown patina showing moderate pitting overall, perhaps a bit heavier in a few areas, the octagonal section retaining some hints of damascus patterns, strong "SAMUEL ADAMS PATENT" and the left flat with "CHICOPEE FALLS CO. / MS." The hinge arms and lockplate show some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina with scattered old oxidation and pitting, the lockplate with faded "ALLEN" maker markings and the foliate embellishments mostly intact; the hammer screw and hinge screws are replacements. The arm is equipped with German silver hardware that shows evidence of a light cleaning and showing a star motif on the nosecap and simple panoply of arms along the bow of the guard. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend may be old replacements as the fit is somewhat rudimentary in areas, both retaining a healthy amount of varnish with some scattered light dings and handing marks and actually showing some rather nice grain figure. The arm features a spring-loaded catch on the underside of the action to break open the barrel, the rifle barrel fits into the shotgun barrel and is secured by a muzzle nut and is loaded utilizing steel insert "cartridges". The lock, shotgun barrel, rifle barrel and barrel nut are all matching the frame, the rear sight dovetail is filled with a small blank and the lock seems to function well mechanically. No doubt a very early example as Adams started off in Massachusetts before moving on to New York and later possibly Michigan, this example likely made in 1838-39 given the patent issue date of 1838. A very good example of these interesting and well-thought-out combination guns. (13C9670-165) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)
serial #4, .48 cal / 10 ga, 31 1/2" rifled barrel insert and 31" shotgun barrel, the rifle barrel partially bright showing scattered patches and a small ring of moderate ...moreoxidation with otherwise good rifling and the shotgun barrel mostly bright showing a few spots of light pitting. There is no shotgun chamber insert present and the rifle insert is un-numbered and of more modern quality construction. The barrel has mostly toned to plum-brown patina showing moderate pitting overall, perhaps a bit heavier in a few areas, the octagonal section retaining some hints of damascus patterns, strong "SAMUEL ADAMS PATENT" and the left flat with "CHICOPEE FALLS CO. / MS." The hinge arms and lockplate show some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina with scattered old oxidation and pitting, the lockplate with faded "ALLEN" maker markings and the foliate embellishments mostly intact; the hammer screw and hinge screws are replacements. The arm is equipped with German silver hardware that shows evidence of a light cleaning and showing a star motif on the nosecap and simple panoply of arms along the bow of the guard. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend may be old replacements as the fit is somewhat rudimentary in areas, both retaining a healthy amount of varnish with some scattered light dings and handing marks and actually showing some rather nice grain figure. The arm features a spring-loaded catch on the underside of the action to break open the barrel, the rifle barrel fits into the shotgun barrel and is secured by a muzzle nut and is loaded utilizing steel insert "cartridges". The lock, shotgun barrel, rifle barrel and barrel nut are all matching the frame, the rear sight dovetail is filled with a small blank and the lock seems to function well mechanically. No doubt a very early example as Adams started off in Massachusetts before moving on to New York and later possibly Michigan, this example likely made in 1838-39 given the patent issue date of 1838. A very good example of these interesting and well-thought-out combination guns. (13C9670-165) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)
Attractive New York Pill Lock Mule Ear Sporting Rifle by Calvin Miller
Lot # 192 (Sale Order: 192 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
.36 cal, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few tiny areas of mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 70% original plum-brown finish showing scattered areas faded and toning to mild gunmetal gray patina along with some small areas of old light pitting and mild oxidation. The top barrel flat is crisply stamped twice in opposing directions "C. MILLER". The breech tang and lockplate retain a healthy amount of attractive smoky case-hardened colors throughout showing just a few areas of old oxidation and both are tastefully engraved with light foliate scrollwork. The rifle is equipped with a pewter nosecap, German silver wedge and wedge escutcheons and rather simple brass triggerguard, buttplate, toe plate and teardrop lock screw escutcheon. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish thinning somewhat along the wrist and forend and showing a very tiny crack at the left edge tip and some scattered light dings. The wrist is quite dainty and the edges and metal-to-wood fit remain excellent. A simple hickory ramrod is present, the rifle is sighted with a fine semi-buckhorn sporting rear sight, German silver post front and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Calvin Miller was a maker of fine quality arms in Honeoye, NY from about 1849-1860. While rather Spartan, this is a very handsome rifle still in its original pill lock configuration. (13B9670-66) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
.36 cal, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few tiny areas of mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this hand...moresome rifle retains about 70% original plum-brown finish showing scattered areas faded and toning to mild gunmetal gray patina along with some small areas of old light pitting and mild oxidation. The top barrel flat is crisply stamped twice in opposing directions "C. MILLER". The breech tang and lockplate retain a healthy amount of attractive smoky case-hardened colors throughout showing just a few areas of old oxidation and both are tastefully engraved with light foliate scrollwork. The rifle is equipped with a pewter nosecap, German silver wedge and wedge escutcheons and rather simple brass triggerguard, buttplate, toe plate and teardrop lock screw escutcheon. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish thinning somewhat along the wrist and forend and showing a very tiny crack at the left edge tip and some scattered light dings. The wrist is quite dainty and the edges and metal-to-wood fit remain excellent. A simple hickory ramrod is present, the rifle is sighted with a fine semi-buckhorn sporting rear sight, German silver post front and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Calvin Miller was a maker of fine quality arms in Honeoye, NY from about 1849-1860. While rather Spartan, this is a very handsome rifle still in its original pill lock configuration. (13B9670-66) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
Unmarked Percussion Mule Ear Halfstock Sporting Rifle
Lot # 193 (Sale Order: 193 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
.34 cal, 30 1/4'" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little scattered mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. This attractive rifle appears to be a period conversion to percussion from pill lock. The barrel retains perhaps 80% original plum-brown finish fading and thinning slightly overall, showing some scattered spots of old oxidation staining, light handling marks and a little cap erosion at the breech. The lockplate and breech tang have toned to a dark gray-brown, the lockplate with some very light old pitting. The arm is embellished with some simple geometric motifs along the breech tang border and a wide foliate motif along the top barrel flat. The lockplate also shows some tasteful foliate engraving and the hammer with an acanthus leaf theme. The rifle is very nicely appointed featuring attractive German silver hardware including barrel wedge and escutcheons, single spur fancy triggerguard with arrowhead finial, crescent buttplate with decorative heel inlay and toe plate with three pierced diamonds, starburst inlays on either side of the butt, pierced diamond behind the upper tang and a curved decorative sideplate. The walnut stock with pewter nosecap remains in very good plus condition retaining a healthy amount of antique varnish that is crazing slightly and showing some light flaking along with a tiny crack at the lock screw, light handling marks and an area of light scratches along the right side wrist that are mostly unobtrusive. Stock edges and metal-to-wood fit remain excellent and the butt features a semi-fluted very scant cheekpiece on either side. An antique hickory ramrod with worm end is included, the rifle is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and brass blade front and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Although strangely unmarked, the work is very reminiscent of other examples produced by Calvin Miller of Honeoye, NY. A nicely constructed rifle for the antique arms collector. (13B9670-147) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)
.34 cal, 30 1/4'" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little scattered mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. This attractive rifl...moree appears to be a period conversion to percussion from pill lock. The barrel retains perhaps 80% original plum-brown finish fading and thinning slightly overall, showing some scattered spots of old oxidation staining, light handling marks and a little cap erosion at the breech. The lockplate and breech tang have toned to a dark gray-brown, the lockplate with some very light old pitting. The arm is embellished with some simple geometric motifs along the breech tang border and a wide foliate motif along the top barrel flat. The lockplate also shows some tasteful foliate engraving and the hammer with an acanthus leaf theme. The rifle is very nicely appointed featuring attractive German silver hardware including barrel wedge and escutcheons, single spur fancy triggerguard with arrowhead finial, crescent buttplate with decorative heel inlay and toe plate with three pierced diamonds, starburst inlays on either side of the butt, pierced diamond behind the upper tang and a curved decorative sideplate. The walnut stock with pewter nosecap remains in very good plus condition retaining a healthy amount of antique varnish that is crazing slightly and showing some light flaking along with a tiny crack at the lock screw, light handling marks and an area of light scratches along the right side wrist that are mostly unobtrusive. Stock edges and metal-to-wood fit remain excellent and the butt features a semi-fluted very scant cheekpiece on either side. An antique hickory ramrod with worm end is included, the rifle is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and brass blade front and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Although strangely unmarked, the work is very reminiscent of other examples produced by Calvin Miller of Honeoye, NY. A nicely constructed rifle for the antique arms collector. (13B9670-147) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)
Boston Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Frank Minet
Lot # 194 (Sale Order: 194 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
.34 cal, 27 3/4" octagon barrel turned for starter with a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered spots of mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle has mostly toned to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing some scattered small spots of old minor oxidation and remnants of plum-brown finish. The lockplate shows some scattered light handling marks and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina; it is unmarked and fitted with a rather simple hammer. The barrel markings remain intact and strong showing "FRANK MINET. BOSTON." The rifle features German silver hardware throughout including nosecap, tailpipe, wedge escutcheons, fancy spurred triggerguard, pendulum patchbox, buttplate with toe plate and small un-engraved monogram plate on the cheekpiece. The German silver shows a little mild thinning and scattered light tarnishing. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus condition retaining most of its original varnish showing a number of thin about 2" and 2 1/2" cracks along the edges of the forend on either side and otherwise just some scattered light dings. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the butt shows lovely feathercrotch grain figure along either side, the left side butt with a nicely sculpted cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with its original lollipop rear sight with windage adjustment wheel, rear iron sight missing its insert and target globe front with plain post. The brass-tipped ramrod appears to be an old replacement, the trigger set is not functional and the lock otherwise seems to function well mechanically. Information on Minet appears to be rather scant, he dying at a very young 35 years old, buried in East Boston. This is a very nicely constructed medium sized rifle. (13B9670-7) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
.34 cal, 27 3/4" octagon barrel turned for starter with a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered spots of mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel ...moreof this rifle has mostly toned to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing some scattered small spots of old minor oxidation and remnants of plum-brown finish. The lockplate shows some scattered light handling marks and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina; it is unmarked and fitted with a rather simple hammer. The barrel markings remain intact and strong showing "FRANK MINET. BOSTON." The rifle features German silver hardware throughout including nosecap, tailpipe, wedge escutcheons, fancy spurred triggerguard, pendulum patchbox, buttplate with toe plate and small un-engraved monogram plate on the cheekpiece. The German silver shows a little mild thinning and scattered light tarnishing. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus condition retaining most of its original varnish showing a number of thin about 2" and 2 1/2" cracks along the edges of the forend on either side and otherwise just some scattered light dings. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the butt shows lovely feathercrotch grain figure along either side, the left side butt with a nicely sculpted cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with its original lollipop rear sight with windage adjustment wheel, rear iron sight missing its insert and target globe front with plain post. The brass-tipped ramrod appears to be an old replacement, the trigger set is not functional and the lock otherwise seems to function well mechanically. Information on Minet appears to be rather scant, he dying at a very young 35 years old, buried in East Boston. This is a very nicely constructed medium sized rifle. (13B9670-7) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Mid-Range Rifle
Lot # 195 (Sale Order: 195 of 600)
Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #17547, 40 2 1/2, 30" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice honest rifle that remains in very fine original condition. The rifle features all matching numbers on bottom of action, bottom of barrel under forend, end grain of forend and end grain of buttstock at action. The rifle features highly figured American black walnut stocks and the action is equipped with hard rubber panels. The condition of the rifle is very fine with the barrel retaining 95% original blue overall with one tiny nick on the right side just behind front sight. The action shows over 90% original color case-hardened finish with moderate fading however colors are still visible throughout. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with about 95% original finish remaining, perhaps with a little added light oil and with checkering remaining strong. The stock has a checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate with Sharps Rifle Company monogram at center along with a hard rubber grip cap; the forend terminates in a schnabel tip. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge spirit level front, Lawrence patent sporting rear and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight in integral base. Most screws show minor slot wear. This is a very handsome rifle which remains in a very fine state of preservation. (1D9790-89) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)
serial #17547, 40 2 1/2, 30" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice honest rifle that remains in very fine original condition. The rifle features all m...moreatching numbers on bottom of action, bottom of barrel under forend, end grain of forend and end grain of buttstock at action. The rifle features highly figured American black walnut stocks and the action is equipped with hard rubber panels. The condition of the rifle is very fine with the barrel retaining 95% original blue overall with one tiny nick on the right side just behind front sight. The action shows over 90% original color case-hardened finish with moderate fading however colors are still visible throughout. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with about 95% original finish remaining, perhaps with a little added light oil and with checkering remaining strong. The stock has a checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate with Sharps Rifle Company monogram at center along with a hard rubber grip cap; the forend terminates in a schnabel tip. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge spirit level front, Lawrence patent sporting rear and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight in integral base. Most screws show minor slot wear. This is a very handsome rifle which remains in a very fine state of preservation. (1D9790-89) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)
Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Mid-Range ''Off-Hand'' Rifle
Lot # 196 (Sale Order: 196 of 600)
Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #17046, 40 1 7/8", 30" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in Schuetzen configuration with a heavy Swiss buttplate and full hard rubber capped pistolgrip. The gun letters as a Mid-Range and was invoiced to the account of Arthur S. Winchester, President of the Sharps Company on May 20, 1879. It was part of an order which consisted of 10 Military rifles, 3 Mid-Range and 2 Short Range rifles. The order was shipped by boat to Edwin S. Harris at Sharps' New York City Agency. The gun later appears on the Sharps records on August 2, 1879 as being "On Hand" at the N. Curry firm in San Francisco. Curry was a large sporting goods dealer that sold guns for Sharps on consignment and would send the Sharps Company monthly statements and payment for guns sold. The rifle shows all matching numbers on the end grain of the buttstock where it meets the action, on the end grain of the forend and on underside of barrel. The only difference between a Mid-Range rifle and a Schuetzen was the buttplate. This rifle remains in very fine condition with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with just a few light patches of light oxidation staining. The hard rubber paneled action shows 95% original color case-hardened finish which has just softened slightly. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and schnabel tipped forend rate excellent with lots of original finish and perhaps a little added light oil on the butt. The nickel plated brass buttplate shows about 25% original nickel with the balance showing a deep and rich untouched patina. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge target front missing insert, there is a blank in the rear slot and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present in integral base. This rifle comes with a factory letter, the contents of which are outlined above. A very handsome and high condition Sharps Borchardt rifle. (1D9790-64) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)
serial #17046, 40 1 7/8", 30" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in Schuetzen configuration with a heavy Swiss buttplate and full hard rubber capped...more pistolgrip. The gun letters as a Mid-Range and was invoiced to the account of Arthur S. Winchester, President of the Sharps Company on May 20, 1879. It was part of an order which consisted of 10 Military rifles, 3 Mid-Range and 2 Short Range rifles. The order was shipped by boat to Edwin S. Harris at Sharps' New York City Agency. The gun later appears on the Sharps records on August 2, 1879 as being "On Hand" at the N. Curry firm in San Francisco. Curry was a large sporting goods dealer that sold guns for Sharps on consignment and would send the Sharps Company monthly statements and payment for guns sold. The rifle shows all matching numbers on the end grain of the buttstock where it meets the action, on the end grain of the forend and on underside of barrel. The only difference between a Mid-Range rifle and a Schuetzen was the buttplate. This rifle remains in very fine condition with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with just a few light patches of light oxidation staining. The hard rubber paneled action shows 95% original color case-hardened finish which has just softened slightly. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and schnabel tipped forend rate excellent with lots of original finish and perhaps a little added light oil on the butt. The nickel plated brass buttplate shows about 25% original nickel with the balance showing a deep and rich untouched patina. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge target front missing insert, there is a blank in the rear slot and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present in integral base. This rifle comes with a factory letter, the contents of which are outlined above. A very handsome and high condition Sharps Borchardt rifle. (1D9790-64) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)
Attractive Providence Tool Co. Peabody Martini Creedmoor Rifle with Wonderful Game Scene Engraving
Lot # 197 (Sale Order: 197 of 600)
Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #181, 44-100, 26 7/8'' part round part octagon barrel, neatly shortened during the period of use, with Henry patent rifling and a bright near excellent bore showing a few spots of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 60% original blue with the balance fading and toning to mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of old oxidation and light handling marks. The muzzle is a similar patina as the balance of the barrel suggesting the shortening was done long ago and the buttplate has toned to silvery gunmetal showing some old pitting at the heel. The action is taking on a lovely smoky case-hardened patina showing a few pinprick pits along some of the high edges and some minor brown speckling. The protected areas around the triggerguard, top of the breechblock and inside of the lever all retain wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors. The sides of the action are expertly embellished with lovely finely detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading extending slightly onto the barrel shank. Each side shows an exceptional game scene flanked by parchment scroll, the right side with an incredibly detailed eagle landing upon a hare and the left with a fine bull and cow Elk in forest scene, very reminiscent of the famous ''Monarch of the Glen''. The top of the action shows the familiar neatly engraved ''Creedmoor'', and the cocking indicator is stamped in small lettering ''N.J. WOLCOTT''. The breech pin retainer screw head has broken in half and the rear sight assembly appears to be a replacement and retains brilliant fire blue, the original sight base is intact and stamp-numbered matching the rifle. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with steel schnabel remain in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing a thin 3/8'' crack at the upper tang, some mild oxidation leaching near the buttplate and overall light dings. The diamond point checkering shows a few lightly chipped points and minor dings but otherwise remains mostly intact and crisp, the underside of the forend showing two small diamonds of finer checkering. The barrel and forend are matching the action. The rifle is sighted with the aforementioned rear sight, platinum line blade front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. While strictly speaking not in ''Creedmoor'' configuration any longer due to the shorter barrel, the rifle is now quite handy and the superb engraving speaks for itself. (13D9670-57) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)
serial #181, 44-100, 26 7/8'' part round part octagon barrel, neatly shortened during the period of use, with Henry patent rifling and a bright near excellent bore showin...moreg a few spots of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 60% original blue with the balance fading and toning to mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of old oxidation and light handling marks. The muzzle is a similar patina as the balance of the barrel suggesting the shortening was done long ago and the buttplate has toned to silvery gunmetal showing some old pitting at the heel. The action is taking on a lovely smoky case-hardened patina showing a few pinprick pits along some of the high edges and some minor brown speckling. The protected areas around the triggerguard, top of the breechblock and inside of the lever all retain wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors. The sides of the action are expertly embellished with lovely finely detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading extending slightly onto the barrel shank. Each side shows an exceptional game scene flanked by parchment scroll, the right side with an incredibly detailed eagle landing upon a hare and the left with a fine bull and cow Elk in forest scene, very reminiscent of the famous ''Monarch of the Glen''. The top of the action shows the familiar neatly engraved ''Creedmoor'', and the cocking indicator is stamped in small lettering ''N.J. WOLCOTT''. The breech pin retainer screw head has broken in half and the rear sight assembly appears to be a replacement and retains brilliant fire blue, the original sight base is intact and stamp-numbered matching the rifle. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with steel schnabel remain in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing a thin 3/8'' crack at the upper tang, some mild oxidation leaching near the buttplate and overall light dings. The diamond point checkering shows a few lightly chipped points and minor dings but otherwise remains mostly intact and crisp, the underside of the forend showing two small diamonds of finer checkering. The barrel and forend are matching the action. The rifle is sighted with the aforementioned rear sight, platinum line blade front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. While strictly speaking not in ''Creedmoor'' configuration any longer due to the shorter barrel, the rifle is now quite handy and the superb engraving speaks for itself. (13D9670-57) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)
Fine Remington No. 1 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle Part of a Consecutively Numbered Pair
Lot # 198 (Sale Order: 198 of 600)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #11406, 44 RF, 26'' octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a couple tiny pinprick pits and specks of mild oxidation with otherwise crisp rifling. The barrel of this rifle retains about 95% original blue showing some mild silvering along the high edges, a few scattered small dings and some toning to pleasant gray-brown patina mostly around the muzzle. The action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the loss due to areas along the tangs and triggerguard muting and toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina. The hammer and breechblock retain about 98% original bright blue showing some light edge and operational wear while the balance of the small action parts show wonderful brilliant fire blue and straw finishes. The buttplate and steel schnabel retain strong wisps of vibrant colors toning to an attractive silver case-hardened patina, the rear sight shows fine bright fire blue and all markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining much of their original oil finish, the buttstock showing a very small chip at the top right corner where it meets the frame and a tiny hairline crack at the upper tang, otherwise with just some scattered light handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the butt shows some lovely grain figure along the left side. The rifle is sighted with standard semi-buckhorn sporting rear, German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome sporting rifle, consecutively numbered with the next lot. (13C9670-94) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)
serial #11406, 44 RF, 26'' octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a couple tiny pinprick pits and specks of mild oxidation with otherwise crisp rifling. The ...morebarrel of this rifle retains about 95% original blue showing some mild silvering along the high edges, a few scattered small dings and some toning to pleasant gray-brown patina mostly around the muzzle. The action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the loss due to areas along the tangs and triggerguard muting and toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina. The hammer and breechblock retain about 98% original bright blue showing some light edge and operational wear while the balance of the small action parts show wonderful brilliant fire blue and straw finishes. The buttplate and steel schnabel retain strong wisps of vibrant colors toning to an attractive silver case-hardened patina, the rear sight shows fine bright fire blue and all markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining much of their original oil finish, the buttstock showing a very small chip at the top right corner where it meets the frame and a tiny hairline crack at the upper tang, otherwise with just some scattered light handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the butt shows some lovely grain figure along the left side. The rifle is sighted with standard semi-buckhorn sporting rear, German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome sporting rifle, consecutively numbered with the next lot. (13C9670-94) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)
Remington No. 1 Rolling Block Sporting Rifle Part of a Consecutively Numbered Pair
Lot # 199 (Sale Order: 199 of 600)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #11407, 44-40, 26'' octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing just some scattered shallow pinprick pits here and there with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 50% original blue taking on a mottled gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining, a few pinprick pits and small dings. The action shows generous smoky case-hardened colors with some vibrant wisps lurking about the protected areas and toning overall to an attractive silvery patina. The hammer and breechblock retain about 90% original blue, the small action parts have mostly toned to dark gray and the steel schnabel is a silvery case-hardened patina. A couple screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain intact and crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition having darkened somewhat from the years, the buttstock showing a very tiny hairline crack at the upper and lower tangs along with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a factory short range tang sight, standard sporting rear and beach combination front, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable sporting rifle, consecutively numbered with the previous lot and in a desirable chambering. (13B9670-172) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
serial #11407, 44-40, 26'' octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing just some scattered shallow pinprick pits here and there with otherwise crisp rifling throu...moreghout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 50% original blue taking on a mottled gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining, a few pinprick pits and small dings. The action shows generous smoky case-hardened colors with some vibrant wisps lurking about the protected areas and toning overall to an attractive silvery patina. The hammer and breechblock retain about 90% original blue, the small action parts have mostly toned to dark gray and the steel schnabel is a silvery case-hardened patina. A couple screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain intact and crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition having darkened somewhat from the years, the buttstock showing a very tiny hairline crack at the upper and lower tangs along with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a factory short range tang sight, standard sporting rear and beach combination front, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable sporting rifle, consecutively numbered with the previous lot and in a desirable chambering. (13B9670-172) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)
Excellent Browning Superposed Diana Grade Over Under Shotgun
Lot # 200 (Sale Order: 200 of 600)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
serial #47412V7, 20 ga., 26'' barrels choked improved cylinder and modified showing bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 99% original blue with no visible wear. The frame, forend iron and bow of the guard retain all their lovely factory gray finish with deep relief open flowing foliate scroll surrounding game scene vignettes of waterfowl, pheasant and quail on the belly, and an endearing depiction of two rabbits on the bow of the guard. Engraving of course is the finest quality and signed by FN engraver Reno Greco. The checkered flat bottom walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates excellent showing a few very superficial handling marks here or there with a bit of flanking around the periphery of the Browning buttplate and a small flake in the finish to the rear of the upper tang. The field style forend rates excellent as well, both have stunning grain figure. The gun locks up tightly and appears to have seen little use and was very well-cared-for since leaving FN in 1967. (3E9979-3) {C&R} (7000/9000)
serial #47412V7, 20 ga., 26'' barrels choked improved cylinder and modified showing bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 99% original blue with no visible wea...morer. The frame, forend iron and bow of the guard retain all their lovely factory gray finish with deep relief open flowing foliate scroll surrounding game scene vignettes of waterfowl, pheasant and quail on the belly, and an endearing depiction of two rabbits on the bow of the guard. Engraving of course is the finest quality and signed by FN engraver Reno Greco. The checkered flat bottom walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates excellent showing a few very superficial handling marks here or there with a bit of flanking around the periphery of the Browning buttplate and a small flake in the finish to the rear of the upper tang. The field style forend rates excellent as well, both have stunning grain figure. The gun locks up tightly and appears to have seen little use and was very well-cared-for since leaving FN in 1967. (3E9979-3) {C&R} (7000/9000)
| Bid Range | Increment |
| $0.00 - $99.99 | $10.00 |
| $100.00 - $499.99 | $25.00 |
| $500.00 - $999.99 | $50.00 |
| $1,000.00 - $2,999.99 | $100.00 |
| $3,000.00 - $4,999.99 | $250.00 |
| $5,000.00 - $9,999.99 | $500.00 |
| $10,000.00 - $29,999.99 | $1,000.00 |
| $30,000.00 - $49,999.99 | $2,500.00 |
| $50,000.00 - $99,999.99 | $5,000.00 |
| $100,000.00+ | $10,000.00 |
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