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Auction No. 138 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 138 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Auction No. 138 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 138 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 650 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.

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Fine Stevens No. 44 Ideal Sporting Rifle

Fine Stevens No. 44 Ideal Sporting Rifle

Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #69693, 32 RF Long, 24” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this rifle retains about 97% original blue showing a few sparsely scattered light scuffs and minor dings, along with some mild thinning under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely original cyanide case-hardened colors with just a little subtle gray-brown speckling scattered about. The small action parts show lovely brilliant fire blue throughout, the crescent buttplate retains about 95% original case-hardened colors and all markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in near excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original varnish, just showing a few light dings and handling marks scattered about. The original sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Stevens rifle that appears to have seen little to no actual use. (13B11034-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #69693, 32 RF Long, 24” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this rifle retains about 97% original blue showing a few sparsel...morey scattered light scuffs and minor dings, along with some mild thinning under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely original cyanide case-hardened colors with just a little subtle gray-brown speckling scattered about. The small action parts show lovely brilliant fire blue throughout, the crescent buttplate retains about 95% original case-hardened colors and all markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in near excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original varnish, just showing a few light dings and handling marks scattered about. The original sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Stevens rifle that appears to have seen little to no actual use. (13B11034-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle

Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle

Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #74396, 38-55, 30” No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some light oxidation and pinprick pitting, mostly nearer the breech, and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1895-made rifle retains about 85-90% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light and some old dings along the edges. The action retains about 92% nice original case-hardened colors that shows some mild muting to gray and most of the loss due to scattered fine oxidation speckling. The crescent steel buttplate retains some smoky case-hardening and all markings are intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining strong oil finish and excellent fit with some scattered light dings and handling marks. Rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight and a silver insert blade front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B11004-5) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
serial #74396, 38-55, 30” No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some light oxidation and pinprick pitting, mostly nearer the breech, and...more otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1895-made rifle retains about 85-90% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light and some old dings along the edges. The action retains about 92% nice original case-hardened colors that shows some mild muting to gray and most of the loss due to scattered fine oxidation speckling. The crescent steel buttplate retains some smoky case-hardening and all markings are intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining strong oil finish and excellent fit with some scattered light dings and handling marks. Rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight and a silver insert blade front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B11004-5) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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Scarce Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Scarce Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 2,200High Estimate: 2,800
Description Update 05/31/2023: Barrel rib & topstrap show a few small areas of pinprick pitting serial #925, 32 S&W Long, 8” barrel with scattered light pitting in an otherwise bright bore with crisp rifling. The pistol retains fine condition and features a scarce barrel length and seldom encountered chambering. It retains about 95% original blue, the frontstrap and knuckle have toned to brown and pewter mix in addition to high edge wear, and handling marks. The trigger has toned to mostly gray although the triggerguard and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered factory extended hard rubber target grips are numbered to the gun and feature S&W monograms on each panel and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Paine bead front sight, adjustable “U” notch rear sight on the barrel latch, tight barrel to frame fit, the barrel is correctly numbered to the gun, and it appears to function mechanically. This lovely Second Model includes a pair of factory letters that indicates this gun was shipped as a single unit as described on March 16, 1907, to Von Lengerke & Detmold Fancy Goods, 309 Madison Avenue, New York, New York. A desirable collectible for the complete Smith & Wesson collector. (8B10919-46) {C&R} [Charles “Charlie” Petty Collection] (2200/2800)

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Rare Harrington & Richardson Special Order USRA Single Shot Pistol

Rare Harrington & Richardson Special Order USRA Single Shot Pistol

Lot # 4 (Sale Order: 4 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #2606, 22 LR, 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This attractive pistol is equipped with the very seldom-seen special order large triggerguard that was only standard on the Eureka model revolver. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to the frontstrap having toned to a smooth deep gray patina, along with some mild edge wear and a few light handling marks along the triggerguard. The sides of the hammer and grooved trigger are polished bright showing just a little mild speckling while the back surface of the hammer retains some remnants of strong case-hardened colors. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered deluxe walnut grip remains in excellent condition showing just a few light handling marks with crisp checkering and some lovely grain figure throughout. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid, the original target sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine example of these desirable H&R target pistols with an additional rare feature for the astute collector. (13C11086-9) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #2606, 22 LR, 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This attractive pistol is equipped with the very seldom-seen special order large triggerguard that was only ...morestandard on the Eureka model revolver. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to the frontstrap having toned to a smooth deep gray patina, along with some mild edge wear and a few light handling marks along the triggerguard. The sides of the hammer and grooved trigger are polished bright showing just a little mild speckling while the back surface of the hammer retains some remnants of strong case-hardened colors. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered deluxe walnut grip remains in excellent condition showing just a few light handling marks with crisp checkering and some lovely grain figure throughout. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid, the original target sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine example of these desirable H&R target pistols with an additional rare feature for the astute collector. (13C11086-9) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)

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Excellent Bellmore-Johnson Tool Co. Winchester Signal Cannon With Crate

Excellent Bellmore-Johnson Tool Co. Winchester Signal Cannon With Crate

Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 5 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #D180, 10 ga blank, 12” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely cannon retain about 99% original nickel finish showing a few scattered tiny flakes along the carriage, namely the bottom where it rests. All markings remain crisp and clear and the wheels with original Firestone rubber tires are excellent as-new and the firing lanyard is present. The wooden crate rates very fine showing a few thin areas perhaps starting to separate slightly, the Winchester branding remains intact and vibrant and one end of the crate is grease pencil-numbered matching the cannon. An excellent example. (13A11034-1) {NON-GUN} (1200/1800)
serial #D180, 10 ga blank, 12” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely cannon retain about 99% original nickel finish showing a few scatter...moreed tiny flakes along the carriage, namely the bottom where it rests. All markings remain crisp and clear and the wheels with original Firestone rubber tires are excellent as-new and the firing lanyard is present. The wooden crate rates very fine showing a few thin areas perhaps starting to separate slightly, the Winchester branding remains intact and vibrant and one end of the crate is grease pencil-numbered matching the cannon. An excellent example. (13A11034-1) {NON-GUN} (1200/1800)

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Fine Colt Officers Model Special Revolver

Fine Colt Officers Model Special Revolver

Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 6 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #63628, 22 LR, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This version of the timeless Officers Model was only produced for about four years. They have a somewhat futuristic look but were great shooters and remain fine collectibles. This fine example retains about 99% original blue finish most of the loss due to edge wear and a few handling marks. The serrated service trigger and checkered target hammer retain full blue, the bright sides of the hammer have a few minor stains. The fully checkered un-numbered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. This gun features an undercut Patridge front sight on a long ramp, Coltmaster rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. This beautiful gun has seen light honest use since it left the factory in 1952 and remains a worthwhile collectible. (8B10994-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #63628, 22 LR, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This version of the timeless Officers Model was only produced for about four years. They have a somewhat fut...moreuristic look but were great shooters and remain fine collectibles. This fine example retains about 99% original blue finish most of the loss due to edge wear and a few handling marks. The serrated service trigger and checkered target hammer retain full blue, the bright sides of the hammer have a few minor stains. The fully checkered un-numbered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. This gun features an undercut Patridge front sight on a long ramp, Coltmaster rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. This beautiful gun has seen light honest use since it left the factory in 1952 and remains a worthwhile collectible. (8B10994-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Lovely Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver

Lovely Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver

Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 7 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #N08159, 38 Special, 2 1/2” ventilated rib full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1977-manufactured revolver shows very little if any use and remains in grand condition and features the desirable short barrel. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original rich blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut factory service style grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. The Diamondbacks continue to be a collector favorite, and this is a beautiful example. (8B10995-7) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #N08159, 38 Special, 2 1/2” ventilated rib full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1977-manufactured revolver shows very little if any use and remains ...morein grand condition and features the desirable short barrel. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original rich blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut factory service style grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. The Diamondbacks continue to be a collector favorite, and this is a beautiful example. (8B10995-7) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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Winchester Pre ’64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Winchester Pre ’64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 8 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #258261, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this 1953-production rifle retains about 98% original blue with a few scattered speckles of light oxidation and light handling marks on the barrel. The bottom metal retains about 90% original blue with speckles of light oxidation and high edge silvering. The body of the bolt is bright and is properly numbered to the receiver while the knob is toning to a gray patina. Receiver and barrel markings are crisp. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock rates about very good plus with a short hairline crack just ahead of the bottom metal, some finish wear along the comb, some scattered shallow chips in the finish, and light handling marks. The added Pachmayr recoil pad provides a 13 1/2” length of pull. The left wood line of the action has been neatly inlet for the included Griffin & Howe mount which holds a Bear Cub 4x scope (serial #18041) with crosshair reticle and bright very good plus optics. The scope shows overall wear to a dull gray patina with remnants of original black anodized finish in the protected areas. The front sight hood is missing, the sights are otherwise intact and the action appears to function well mechanically. (23A10973-56) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #258261, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this 1953-production rifle retains about 98% original blue with a few scattered spe...moreckles of light oxidation and light handling marks on the barrel. The bottom metal retains about 90% original blue with speckles of light oxidation and high edge silvering. The body of the bolt is bright and is properly numbered to the receiver while the knob is toning to a gray patina. Receiver and barrel markings are crisp. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock rates about very good plus with a short hairline crack just ahead of the bottom metal, some finish wear along the comb, some scattered shallow chips in the finish, and light handling marks. The added Pachmayr recoil pad provides a 13 1/2” length of pull. The left wood line of the action has been neatly inlet for the included Griffin & Howe mount which holds a Bear Cub 4x scope (serial #18041) with crosshair reticle and bright very good plus optics. The scope shows overall wear to a dull gray patina with remnants of original black anodized finish in the protected areas. The front sight hood is missing, the sights are otherwise intact and the action appears to function well mechanically. (23A10973-56) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Superb Custom Mauser Model 1909 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle By Emil Facuna

Superb Custom Mauser Model 1909 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle By Emil Facuna

Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 9 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #6845, 6.5-284 Norma, 23” Facuna solid rib part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle was built by master gunsmith and machinist Emil Facuna of Chicago on a Peruvian contract Model 1909 action made by Mauser. Mr. Facuna machined his well-crafted barrels from solid billet, including the ribs, and this rifle is a fine example of his work. The metal surfaces retain about 95% quality maker blue that shows a few streaks thinning to deep gray along the sides of the action, the bent bolt handle also mostly toned to gray. The bolt body remains bright and shows fine engine-turning. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut sporting stock is also wonderful and remains in excellent condition showing just a few minor handling marks. The stock shows lovely grain figure throughout and features some finely executed amenities including schnabel tip, excellent fleur-de-lis checkering pattern and elegant left-side cheekpiece. There is a checkered steel pistolgrip cap and finely checkered steel buttplate with storage compartment and the arm is equipped with mounts for swivels. Mounted to the action is a fine Leupold Vari-X III 2.5x8 riflescope with duplex reticle and very slightly discolored optics. Rifle is also sighted with a u-notch rear and brass bead front sight and the action with single traditional trigger seems to function well mechanically. This is an excellent Mauser sporting rifle, sadly these fine barrels no longer to be had as Mr. Facuna passed away in 2008. (13B11091-4) {MODERN} (3500/5000)
serial #6845, 6.5-284 Norma, 23” Facuna solid rib part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle was built by master gunsmith and machinis...moret Emil Facuna of Chicago on a Peruvian contract Model 1909 action made by Mauser. Mr. Facuna machined his well-crafted barrels from solid billet, including the ribs, and this rifle is a fine example of his work. The metal surfaces retain about 95% quality maker blue that shows a few streaks thinning to deep gray along the sides of the action, the bent bolt handle also mostly toned to gray. The bolt body remains bright and shows fine engine-turning. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut sporting stock is also wonderful and remains in excellent condition showing just a few minor handling marks. The stock shows lovely grain figure throughout and features some finely executed amenities including schnabel tip, excellent fleur-de-lis checkering pattern and elegant left-side cheekpiece. There is a checkered steel pistolgrip cap and finely checkered steel buttplate with storage compartment and the arm is equipped with mounts for swivels. Mounted to the action is a fine Leupold Vari-X III 2.5x8 riflescope with duplex reticle and very slightly discolored optics. Rifle is also sighted with a u-notch rear and brass bead front sight and the action with single traditional trigger seems to function well mechanically. This is an excellent Mauser sporting rifle, sadly these fine barrels no longer to be had as Mr. Facuna passed away in 2008. (13B11091-4) {MODERN} (3500/5000)

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Very Fine Swiss Military Model 1900 Luger Pistol By DWM

Very Fine Swiss Military Model 1900 Luger Pistol By DWM

Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 10 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #2228, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very attractive pistol retaining about 96-97% original blue showing just some very mild high edge and operational wear along with a little mild thinning under bright light and a few errant freckles. The small parts show lovely straw color exhibiting a little silvering and most of the loss is due to a spot of cleaned light pitting on the safety lever. The toggle pins, sear spring, grip screws and even the front sight also retain most of their brilliant fire blue, the right grip screw with a little minor slot wear. All markings remain crisp and clear and there are no privatization stamps or import marks. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing a few lightly chipped or flattened points. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. One original unmarked bright-bodied wood base magazine in very fine condition is included. A lovely Swiss Luger pistol. (13C10687-101) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #2228, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very attractive pistol retaining about 96-97% original blue showing just some very mild high...more edge and operational wear along with a little mild thinning under bright light and a few errant freckles. The small parts show lovely straw color exhibiting a little silvering and most of the loss is due to a spot of cleaned light pitting on the safety lever. The toggle pins, sear spring, grip screws and even the front sight also retain most of their brilliant fire blue, the right grip screw with a little minor slot wear. All markings remain crisp and clear and there are no privatization stamps or import marks. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing a few lightly chipped or flattened points. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. One original unmarked bright-bodied wood base magazine in very fine condition is included. A lovely Swiss Luger pistol. (13C10687-101) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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German P.08 Luger Pistol By DWM

German P.08 Luger Pistol By DWM

Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 11 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #5847o, 9mm, 4” barrel with an about very good lightly pitted bore with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1916-dated pistol retain about 95% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, some light pitting on the side of the barrel at the muzzle, minor thinning on the barrel, and a few light handling marks. The ejector and magazine release retain nearly all their straw color, the trigger, takedown lever, and safety lever having an even mix of strong straw color and silvery patina. The sear spring and rear toggle pin retain vibrant fire blue, the safety tab remains bright, and the grip screws show moderate wear to gunmetal with strong remnants of fire blue at the edges. The checkered walnut grips are in very good to very good plus condition with a few light dings and handling marks, both fitting somewhat loosely to the gun, and are numbered “47”. The original markings are intact with strong Imperial German proofs on the right side of the receiver, an Erfurt firing proof on the barrel, and all numbered parts are matching to the gun, including the un-grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights, features a correctly relieved sear bar allowing the loading and clearing of the pistol with the safety engaged, and the pistol appears to function well mechanically. Included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine showing light operational wear and some silvering at the edge of the catch, the spine lightly scratched “S.H.C.” near the base, and the wood base is numbered “734n” with a somewhat illegible crown proof at the heel. An attractive mid-WWI DWM Luger for the martial collector. (14B10942-22) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #5847o, 9mm, 4” barrel with an about very good lightly pitted bore with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1916-dated pistol retain about 95% or...moreiginal blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, some light pitting on the side of the barrel at the muzzle, minor thinning on the barrel, and a few light handling marks. The ejector and magazine release retain nearly all their straw color, the trigger, takedown lever, and safety lever having an even mix of strong straw color and silvery patina. The sear spring and rear toggle pin retain vibrant fire blue, the safety tab remains bright, and the grip screws show moderate wear to gunmetal with strong remnants of fire blue at the edges. The checkered walnut grips are in very good to very good plus condition with a few light dings and handling marks, both fitting somewhat loosely to the gun, and are numbered “47”. The original markings are intact with strong Imperial German proofs on the right side of the receiver, an Erfurt firing proof on the barrel, and all numbered parts are matching to the gun, including the un-grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights, features a correctly relieved sear bar allowing the loading and clearing of the pistol with the safety engaged, and the pistol appears to function well mechanically. Included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine showing light operational wear and some silvering at the edge of the catch, the spine lightly scratched “S.H.C.” near the base, and the wood base is numbered “734n” with a somewhat illegible crown proof at the heel. An attractive mid-WWI DWM Luger for the martial collector. (14B10942-22) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Excellent Colt Sauer Bolt Action Rifle

Excellent Colt Sauer Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 12 of 663)      

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serial #CR13125, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely rifle retain about 98% original blue with a touch of light wear on the bolt knob and a few light handling marks along the barrel and the body of the bolt is bright and it is properly numbered to the receiver. The deluxe checkered walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and rosewood forend tip and gripcap rates excellent. A pair of 1” scope rings and bases and a factory magazine are included and the action of this handsome rifle appears to function well mechanically. (23A10803-10) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
serial #CR13125, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely rifle retain about 98% original blue with a touch of light wear on the ...morebolt knob and a few light handling marks along the barrel and the body of the bolt is bright and it is properly numbered to the receiver. The deluxe checkered walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and rosewood forend tip and gripcap rates excellent. A pair of 1” scope rings and bases and a factory magazine are included and the action of this handsome rifle appears to function well mechanically. (23A10803-10) {MODERN} (2000/2500)

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Colt Sauer Magnum Bolt Action Rifle

Colt Sauer Magnum Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 13 of 663)      

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serial #CR12995, 300 Win Magnum, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this attractive rifle retains about 98-99% original blue with a few scattered light handling marks and speckles of light oxidation. The body of the bolt is bright and is properly-numbered to the receiver and the bolt knob is toning to gray. The bottom metal retains about 93-95% original blue with speckles of light oxidation and a touch of high edge silvering on the bow of the triggerguard. The checkered deluxe walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and contrasting rosewood gripcap and forend tip rates excellent and features rather striking grain figure on the buttstock. A factory magazine and pair of engraved scope rings are included and the action appears to function well mechanically. (23B10803-71) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
serial #CR12995, 300 Win Magnum, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this attractive rifle retains about 98-99% original blue with a few scatt...moreered light handling marks and speckles of light oxidation. The body of the bolt is bright and is properly-numbered to the receiver and the bolt knob is toning to gray. The bottom metal retains about 93-95% original blue with speckles of light oxidation and a touch of high edge silvering on the bow of the triggerguard. The checkered deluxe walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and contrasting rosewood gripcap and forend tip rates excellent and features rather striking grain figure on the buttstock. A factory magazine and pair of engraved scope rings are included and the action appears to function well mechanically. (23B10803-71) {MODERN} (2000/2500)

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Handsome Winchester Model 52 Sporting Rifle

Handsome Winchester Model 52 Sporting Rifle

Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 14 of 663)      

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Description Update 05/31/2023: Left side of barrel shows an about 5” long area toning to gray with some spots of lightly cleaned old oxidation staining serial #40958, 22 LR, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this handsome vintage rifle retains about 97% original blue with light high edge and contact point wear, showing two small areas of light pitting left and right at the muzzle which does not affect the bore. There are the oddly scattered very sparse light handling marks, primarily on the barrel ahead of the forend tip. The bolt body remains bright showing light operational wear and some hardened oil, the knob showing a bit of drifting to pewter and some small scratches, it is DC pencil numbered to the gun on its underside. The “SPORTING” marked triggerguard retains about 95% original blue with scattered sparse freckling and a very small Social Security number scratched adjacent to the Sporting marking. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and contrasting black forend tip rates very good with scattered light handling marks, some flaking and a few areas of fabric impressions where some gun case was wet or had solvent, but the checkering remains crisp with a few dings or chips, the checkered steel buttplate toning to gray. The rifle is sighted with a hooded bead front and a Lyman 48 rear mounted to the receiver. The left side of the receiver is professionally drilled and tapped for a quality vintage scope mount, currently supporting a nice Weaver J4 telescopic sight. The scope has crosshair reticle and bright excellent optics and rates very fine itself showing only some very light handling marks or fading of the finish. A pair of Super Grade swivels and a factory 5-round Winchester-marked magazine are included, the follower stamped “22 Long R”. The action appears to function well mechanically. The beauty of this set up is that the 3/4” tube of the scope allows the Lyman receiver sight to still be used without having to remove the sight bridge, so open sights and scope can be used concurrently. A very respectable example of these desirable rifles with some nice period optics. (3B11033-2) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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Smith & Wesson 44 Double Action Revolver

Smith & Wesson 44 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 15 (Sale Order: 15 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #45882, 44 S&W Russian, 5” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fine later-production revolver with the 1 9/16” cylinder that was shipped to a Birmingham retailer. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original bright blue showing some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks, most of the loss along the cylinder which shows some light operational wear and some mild flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, muting slightly along the trigger, and all markings remain crisp and clear, also showing Birmingham proof marks. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing a couple minor handling marks and slight discoloration of the right panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered to the gun, the left retains a strong patent date along the bottom edge and their fit is perfect. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action with very good timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped on March 1, 1905 to Charles Osborne & Co. of Birmingham. The letter indicates a 6 inch barrel but this is an error as it is obviously an original matching 5 inch barrel on the gun. An attractive 44 DA retailed in England. (13B11004-55) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)
serial #45882, 44 S&W Russian, 5” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fine later-production revolver with the 1 9/16” cylinder that was shipped to...more a Birmingham retailer. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original bright blue showing some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks, most of the loss along the cylinder which shows some light operational wear and some mild flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, muting slightly along the trigger, and all markings remain crisp and clear, also showing Birmingham proof marks. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing a couple minor handling marks and slight discoloration of the right panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered to the gun, the left retains a strong patent date along the bottom edge and their fit is perfect. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action with very good timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped on March 1, 1905 to Charles Osborne & Co. of Birmingham. The letter indicates a 6 inch barrel but this is an error as it is obviously an original matching 5 inch barrel on the gun. An attractive 44 DA retailed in England. (13B11004-55) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)

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Attractive Smith & Wesson Special Order New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Attractive Smith & Wesson Special Order New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Lot # 16 (Sale Order: 16 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #1696, 38-44 S&W, 6 1/2” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice target revolver with special order Russian-style spur triggerguard retaining about 95% original nickel finish that shows some mild loss toning to gray-brown patina along the edges of the gripstraps, some scattered thin scratches or light handling marks and a bit of honest clouding here and there. The triggerguard and hammer retain a similar amount of attractive vibrant case-hardened colors that show a little muting to smooth smoky gray patina and the sights show nice bright blue. The revolver is equipped with the 1 7/16” cylinder and the barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and toning to a deep brown patina. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered to the gun and their fit is excellent. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the revolver is fitted with factory standard target sights. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described (including the triggerguard) on January 30, 1891 to M.W. Robinson Co. of New York City. A lovely example with the scarce spur triggerguard for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13C11004-45) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)
serial #1696, 38-44 S&W, 6 1/2” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice target revolver with special order Russian-style spur triggerguard retain...moreing about 95% original nickel finish that shows some mild loss toning to gray-brown patina along the edges of the gripstraps, some scattered thin scratches or light handling marks and a bit of honest clouding here and there. The triggerguard and hammer retain a similar amount of attractive vibrant case-hardened colors that show a little muting to smooth smoky gray patina and the sights show nice bright blue. The revolver is equipped with the 1 7/16” cylinder and the barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and toning to a deep brown patina. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered to the gun and their fit is excellent. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the revolver is fitted with factory standard target sights. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described (including the triggerguard) on January 30, 1891 to M.W. Robinson Co. of New York City. A lovely example with the scarce spur triggerguard for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13C11004-45) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

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Rare Smith & Wesson 38 Single Action Target Club Gun Revolver With “0” Serial Number

Rare Smith & Wesson 38 Single Action Target Club Gun Revolver With “0” Serial Number

Lot # 17 (Sale Order: 17 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #0, 38 S&W, 6” ribbed round barrel with a bright bore showing a bulge 1” ahead of the breech and otherwise crisp rifling. This is a very interesting gun with single “0” serial number associated with the desirable club guns gifted by S&W to various shooting clubs or awarded to prominent shooters. It is equipped with longer 6” barrel with target sights, spur trigger assembly that was available with the combination sets and factory mother-of-pearl grips. The revolver retains the wide hammer spur and half cock notch of the Third Model 38 SA. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original bright blue showing some thinning along the gripstraps, mild high edge wear and light handling marks. There are a few small spots of old oxidation on the right side frame and left sideplate that are mostly unobtrusive. The hammer retains vibrant case-hardened colors, the trigger shows nice straw color and the barrel markings with “MODEL OF 91” remain crisp. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions remain in very fine condition showing a few tiny dings along the edges and some thin cracks forming along the bases that are very minor. The grips are un-numbered as is typical and their fit to the frame is quite nice overall, just a bit proud along the base. The latch is un-numbered and the barrel and cylinder are numbered “17838”. Equipped with factory target sights, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A fine and very rare gun for the advanced collector. (13C11004-30) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
serial #0, 38 S&W, 6” ribbed round barrel with a bright bore showing a bulge 1” ahead of the breech and otherwise crisp rifling. This is a very interesting gun with singl...moree “0” serial number associated with the desirable club guns gifted by S&W to various shooting clubs or awarded to prominent shooters. It is equipped with longer 6” barrel with target sights, spur trigger assembly that was available with the combination sets and factory mother-of-pearl grips. The revolver retains the wide hammer spur and half cock notch of the Third Model 38 SA. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original bright blue showing some thinning along the gripstraps, mild high edge wear and light handling marks. There are a few small spots of old oxidation on the right side frame and left sideplate that are mostly unobtrusive. The hammer retains vibrant case-hardened colors, the trigger shows nice straw color and the barrel markings with “MODEL OF 91” remain crisp. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions remain in very fine condition showing a few tiny dings along the edges and some thin cracks forming along the bases that are very minor. The grips are un-numbered as is typical and their fit to the frame is quite nice overall, just a bit proud along the base. The latch is un-numbered and the barrel and cylinder are numbered “17838”. Equipped with factory target sights, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A fine and very rare gun for the advanced collector. (13C11004-30) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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Rare Australian Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver With Stock

Rare Australian Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver With Stock

Lot # 18 (Sale Order: 18 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #13086, 44 S&W Russian, 7” ribbed round barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered small areas of light oxidation and a few shallow tool marks nearer the muzzle with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original nickel finish showing some scattered thin scratches and some light flaking toning to gray-brown patina along the high edges. Most of the loss is due to areas along the forward half of the barrel having been lightly cleaned to silvery pewter gunmetal though it blends in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel so it almost goes unnoticed. The hammer and triggerguard retain some good case-hardened colors in the protected areas muting to a pleasant smoky gray while the sides of the trigger show hints of straw color and the latch shows good oil-quenched gray case-hardening. The barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp and the butt shows proper broad arrow stamped above the serial number. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks and some fading. The right panel is scratch-numbered “34143” and both panels otherwise fit very nicely. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically. The included original shoulder stock is numbered only two numbers away from the revolver itself (13088) and remains in very fine condition, the hardware retaining about 97% nice quality restored nickel finish showing some remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish, the serial number and broad arrow stamp otherwise intact. The walnut stock proper shows a light cleaning with a small crack on the right side where it meets the hardware and some other light handling marks, the original hard rubber buttplate is very fine and the stock fits the revolver very nicely. Only about 310 New Model No. 3 revolvers were procured by Australia and this is a very fine example. (13B11004-40) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)
serial #13086, 44 S&W Russian, 7” ribbed round barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered small areas of light oxidation and a few shallow tool mar...moreks nearer the muzzle with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original nickel finish showing some scattered thin scratches and some light flaking toning to gray-brown patina along the high edges. Most of the loss is due to areas along the forward half of the barrel having been lightly cleaned to silvery pewter gunmetal though it blends in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel so it almost goes unnoticed. The hammer and triggerguard retain some good case-hardened colors in the protected areas muting to a pleasant smoky gray while the sides of the trigger show hints of straw color and the latch shows good oil-quenched gray case-hardening. The barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp and the butt shows proper broad arrow stamped above the serial number. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks and some fading. The right panel is scratch-numbered “34143” and both panels otherwise fit very nicely. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically. The included original shoulder stock is numbered only two numbers away from the revolver itself (13088) and remains in very fine condition, the hardware retaining about 97% nice quality restored nickel finish showing some remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish, the serial number and broad arrow stamp otherwise intact. The walnut stock proper shows a light cleaning with a small crack on the right side where it meets the hardware and some other light handling marks, the original hard rubber buttplate is very fine and the stock fits the revolver very nicely. Only about 310 New Model No. 3 revolvers were procured by Australia and this is a very fine example. (13B11004-40) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

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U.S. Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Revolver

U.S. Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Revolver

Lot # 19 (Sale Order: 19 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #4059, 45 S&W, 7” ribbed round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and speckling with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this revolver have mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing a few oxidation speckles and generous original bright blue throughout the protected flutes. The frame retains about 60% original bright blue flaking to gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old dings or tool marks on the sides mostly approaching or along the hinge point. The hammer and triggerguard retain some strong case-hardened colors in the protected areas muting to pleasant smoky gray while the remaining small parts retain about 90% of their original deep gray oil-quenched case-hardening. All proper markings remain intact and strong showing “US” on the butt and small “P” and “W” inspector stamps on the major components. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition having darkened somewhat from the years and showing some light dings and handling marks. Both panels retain strong inspector cartouches and very nice fit, the left panel also with strong “1876” date and the right panel properly stamp-numbered matching the frame. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with nice timing and lock-up. An attractive Second Model Schofield for the martial collector. (13B11004-49) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
serial #4059, 45 S&W, 7” ribbed round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and speckling with otherwise strong rifling throu...moreghout. The barrel and cylinder of this revolver have mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing a few oxidation speckles and generous original bright blue throughout the protected flutes. The frame retains about 60% original bright blue flaking to gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old dings or tool marks on the sides mostly approaching or along the hinge point. The hammer and triggerguard retain some strong case-hardened colors in the protected areas muting to pleasant smoky gray while the remaining small parts retain about 90% of their original deep gray oil-quenched case-hardening. All proper markings remain intact and strong showing “US” on the butt and small “P” and “W” inspector stamps on the major components. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition having darkened somewhat from the years and showing some light dings and handling marks. Both panels retain strong inspector cartouches and very nice fit, the left panel also with strong “1876” date and the right panel properly stamp-numbered matching the frame. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with nice timing and lock-up. An attractive Second Model Schofield for the martial collector. (13B11004-49) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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Handsome Vintage Boston Magazine Sporting Rifle From Engel And Troesch

Handsome Vintage Boston Magazine Sporting Rifle From Engel And Troesch

Lot # 20 (Sale Order: 20 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #818, 257 Roberts, 24” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows fine frosting in the grooves and good sharp rifling. This is a finely executed Mauser Oberndorf sporting rifle from Engel and Troesch of Boston. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% excellent quality rust blue with some light fading and a minor handling mark here or there. The bolt body, extractor, follower and boltstop spring show all of their lovely engine turning with the races within polished bright, the bolt handle itself remaining bright with only light staining on the knob. The rifle is stocked classic style in a nice grade of American black walnut which shows some fiddleback figure throughout the butt area. It has a flared left side shadowline cheekpiece, ivory forend tip with ebony spacer and ivory gripcap with small ivory plugs top and bottom at the checkered butt which gives a 13 1/2” length of pull to the commercial adjustable trigger. The stock rates very good to fine with the expected light dings and handling marks here and there, checkered panels at the grip, wraparound pattern on the forend in the fleur-de-lis style, swivel studs and an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline. There is a nice Dahl banded sporting front ramp with the rear receiver ring drilled and tapped for a Lyman 48 sight which is in place, and the left side of the receiver has a Griffin & Howe quick-detach scope base in place. G&H quick detach aluminum rings mount a Lyman Alaskan 4X scope with crosshair reticle and bright optics, the scope rating about very good with light scratches and handling marks; it includes a quality leather carry case with strap. The bolt handle was low swept for scope clearance and there is a quality low scope safety installed and the floorplate is hinged with the release located ahead of the adjustable trigger. A beautifully executed sporting rifle in a fabulous chambering remaining in a lovely state of condition. (3A10740-5,10795-2) {C&R} [Sargent Collier Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #818, 257 Roberts, 24” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows fine frosting in the grooves and good sharp rifling. This is a finely executed Mauser...more Oberndorf sporting rifle from Engel and Troesch of Boston. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% excellent quality rust blue with some light fading and a minor handling mark here or there. The bolt body, extractor, follower and boltstop spring show all of their lovely engine turning with the races within polished bright, the bolt handle itself remaining bright with only light staining on the knob. The rifle is stocked classic style in a nice grade of American black walnut which shows some fiddleback figure throughout the butt area. It has a flared left side shadowline cheekpiece, ivory forend tip with ebony spacer and ivory gripcap with small ivory plugs top and bottom at the checkered butt which gives a 13 1/2” length of pull to the commercial adjustable trigger. The stock rates very good to fine with the expected light dings and handling marks here and there, checkered panels at the grip, wraparound pattern on the forend in the fleur-de-lis style, swivel studs and an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline. There is a nice Dahl banded sporting front ramp with the rear receiver ring drilled and tapped for a Lyman 48 sight which is in place, and the left side of the receiver has a Griffin & Howe quick-detach scope base in place. G&H quick detach aluminum rings mount a Lyman Alaskan 4X scope with crosshair reticle and bright optics, the scope rating about very good with light scratches and handling marks; it includes a quality leather carry case with strap. The bolt handle was low swept for scope clearance and there is a quality low scope safety installed and the floorplate is hinged with the release located ahead of the adjustable trigger. A beautifully executed sporting rifle in a fabulous chambering remaining in a lovely state of condition. (3A10740-5,10795-2) {C&R} [Sargent Collier Collection] (1200/1800)

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Fine Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Schuetzen Rifle

Fine Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Schuetzen Rifle

Lot # 21 (Sale Order: 21 of 663)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #99666, 32-40, 30” No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive 1905-made rifle retains about 95% original blue showing a few scattered pinprick pits along some of the edges and some even fading under bright light. The action retains about 96% original bright blue showing some mild edge wear and a bit of flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina along the top. The lower tang is flaking to plum-brown patina and the spur lever is gray-brown with some generous smoky gray case-hardening. The sides of the triggers show good fire blue and the breechblock retains strong case-hardened colors. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and mild scuffs, a few more noticeable along the right side of the forend. Stock features hard rubber pistolgrip cap, left-side schuetzen cheekpiece and helm buttplate. Stock fit remains very nice with cheekpiece well-defined and the 1X wood shows some beginnings of attractive grain figure along the sides of the butt and tip of forend. The inside lower tang shows assembly number “20760 X IIS” while the inside upper tang inlet on the stock and inside toe of the buttplate show matching “20760”. There are a pair of lead cylinders installed into the butt as well to add weight. Rifle includes a period “tuning fork” palm rest with turned walnut knobs that show some light dings and the hardware mostly toned to pewter gunmetal. The rifle is equipped with mid-range Vernier tang sight, rear sight dovetail blanked and target globe front with bead on post insert. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically and the included factory letter indicates the rifle shipped on May 5, 1905 and returned for some repair work in September of 1906. Rifle features are mostly as-described, they only list the palm rest base hardware as being shipped with the rifle and no sights. Interestingly the ledger noted that the customer, Mr. Gingsheim, would be sending a mainspring and a forend for the gun. A fine 1885 Schuetzen rifle. (13C10998-59) {C&R} [Gary W. Tiscornia Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #99666, 32-40, 30” No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive 1905-made rifle retains about 95% original blue showing ...morea few scattered pinprick pits along some of the edges and some even fading under bright light. The action retains about 96% original bright blue showing some mild edge wear and a bit of flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina along the top. The lower tang is flaking to plum-brown patina and the spur lever is gray-brown with some generous smoky gray case-hardening. The sides of the triggers show good fire blue and the breechblock retains strong case-hardened colors. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and mild scuffs, a few more noticeable along the right side of the forend. Stock features hard rubber pistolgrip cap, left-side schuetzen cheekpiece and helm buttplate. Stock fit remains very nice with cheekpiece well-defined and the 1X wood shows some beginnings of attractive grain figure along the sides of the butt and tip of forend. The inside lower tang shows assembly number “20760 X IIS” while the inside upper tang inlet on the stock and inside toe of the buttplate show matching “20760”. There are a pair of lead cylinders installed into the butt as well to add weight. Rifle includes a period “tuning fork” palm rest with turned walnut knobs that show some light dings and the hardware mostly toned to pewter gunmetal. The rifle is equipped with mid-range Vernier tang sight, rear sight dovetail blanked and target globe front with bead on post insert. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically and the included factory letter indicates the rifle shipped on May 5, 1905 and returned for some repair work in September of 1906. Rifle features are mostly as-described, they only list the palm rest base hardware as being shipped with the rifle and no sights. Interestingly the ledger noted that the customer, Mr. Gingsheim, would be sending a mainspring and a forend for the gun. A fine 1885 Schuetzen rifle. (13C10998-59) {C&R} [Gary W. Tiscornia Collection] (4000/6000)

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Custom Krag Model 1898 Sporting Rifle

Custom Krag Model 1898 Sporting Rifle

Lot # 22 (Sale Order: 22 of 663)      

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serial #433644, 30-40 Krag, 26” matted top Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nicely executed Krag sporting rifle, with what was likely a Winchester Model 1895 matted top round barrel neatly mated to the action. The barrel retains about 97% fading original blue while the receiver shows some nice oil-quenched case-hardening. The triggerguard retains excellent post-engraving blue, the bow with quality open scroll and geometric bordering, with a bit of engraving at the screws. The bolt body is a silvery-gray patina with the extractor showing some nice fire temper blue, the safety with nice case colors. The checkered capped pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates very fine with some minor dings and handling marks. It has flawlessly executed checkered panels at grip and forearm, with a rounded, dual beaded left side cheekpiece, hard rubber gripcap and nice schnabel tip. The grooved steel Mannlicher-style trapdoor buttplate gives a 13 3/4” length of pull to the nicely checkered trigger; the buttplate does show a bit of oxidation. The rifle has a very high Lyman front blade and there are vacant holes on the left of receiver for a no-longer-present receiver sight. The left of receiver just ahead of the magazine cover has some small dings, a few of which have been dressed leaving gray gun metal and the stock was inletted for the receiver sight. The rear sling base does not sit quite flush and its screws are mismatched. The nose of the stock once had a barrel band, which has gone missing leaving a small step, which could be smoothed out and the finish matched. Interestingly the Feb 1, 1920 issue of Arms and the Man mentions this rifle’s receiver, by serial number, as “The old Krag Rifle no 433644” belonging to a very prominent rifleman who used it to win “The Army Matches 15 years ago….”, but never mentions WHO that rifleman is. A very handsome, very Wundhammer and King-looking sporter, were the comb flutes more pronounced. Mike Petrov would’ve know the maker. (3B10988-17) {C&R} [Russell S. Gilmore Collection] (1800/2200)
serial #433644, 30-40 Krag, 26” matted top Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nicely executed Krag sporting rifle, with what was likely a Winc...morehester Model 1895 matted top round barrel neatly mated to the action. The barrel retains about 97% fading original blue while the receiver shows some nice oil-quenched case-hardening. The triggerguard retains excellent post-engraving blue, the bow with quality open scroll and geometric bordering, with a bit of engraving at the screws. The bolt body is a silvery-gray patina with the extractor showing some nice fire temper blue, the safety with nice case colors. The checkered capped pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates very fine with some minor dings and handling marks. It has flawlessly executed checkered panels at grip and forearm, with a rounded, dual beaded left side cheekpiece, hard rubber gripcap and nice schnabel tip. The grooved steel Mannlicher-style trapdoor buttplate gives a 13 3/4” length of pull to the nicely checkered trigger; the buttplate does show a bit of oxidation. The rifle has a very high Lyman front blade and there are vacant holes on the left of receiver for a no-longer-present receiver sight. The left of receiver just ahead of the magazine cover has some small dings, a few of which have been dressed leaving gray gun metal and the stock was inletted for the receiver sight. The rear sling base does not sit quite flush and its screws are mismatched. The nose of the stock once had a barrel band, which has gone missing leaving a small step, which could be smoothed out and the finish matched. Interestingly the Feb 1, 1920 issue of Arms and the Man mentions this rifle’s receiver, by serial number, as “The old Krag Rifle no 433644” belonging to a very prominent rifleman who used it to win “The Army Matches 15 years ago….”, but never mentions WHO that rifleman is. A very handsome, very Wundhammer and King-looking sporter, were the comb flutes more pronounced. Mike Petrov would’ve know the maker. (3B10988-17) {C&R} [Russell S. Gilmore Collection] (1800/2200)

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Rare Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Rare Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot # 23 (Sale Order: 23 of 663)      

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serial #353837, 38 Colt Special, 5 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. Only 82 standard frame Colt Single Action Army Revolvers were chambered in 38 Colt Special as it, and its identical twin the 38 S&W Special, did not gain a huge following until after WW II (The 36 Calibers of the Colt © Brown). The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 95% original blue, the left side muzzle showing wear and the outer edge of the housing with some high edge wear, all markings remaining sharp and the top surface of the front sight slightly regulated. The cylinder has toned primarily to a deep gray-blue patina with overall circumferential markings which are light. The frame retains a nice 90% original color case-hardening, quite strong on the right side, toned more on the left with flaking near the patent dates and rampant Colt; the hammer shows vibrant case color on its left side, a bit of wear on the right. The backstrap and grip have toned to a dull pewtery gunmetal patina. The checkered hard rubber factory grips are numbered 350404 and rate very good plus to fine showing only light wear and strong rampant Colts. The ball end of the chamber has a square seat which was used in the Colt Special chamber as opposed to the Smith & Wesson Special chamber. A rare gun retaining strong original condition. (3B11016-6) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #353837, 38 Colt Special, 5 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. Only 82 standard frame Colt Single Action Army Revolvers were chambered in 38 Colt Special as it, a...morend its identical twin the 38 S&W Special, did not gain a huge following until after WW II (The 36 Calibers of the Colt © Brown). The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 95% original blue, the left side muzzle showing wear and the outer edge of the housing with some high edge wear, all markings remaining sharp and the top surface of the front sight slightly regulated. The cylinder has toned primarily to a deep gray-blue patina with overall circumferential markings which are light. The frame retains a nice 90% original color case-hardening, quite strong on the right side, toned more on the left with flaking near the patent dates and rampant Colt; the hammer shows vibrant case color on its left side, a bit of wear on the right. The backstrap and grip have toned to a dull pewtery gunmetal patina. The checkered hard rubber factory grips are numbered 350404 and rate very good plus to fine showing only light wear and strong rampant Colts. The ball end of the chamber has a square seat which was used in the Colt Special chamber as opposed to the Smith & Wesson Special chamber. A rare gun retaining strong original condition. (3B11016-6) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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Smith & Wesson 44 Magnum Pre-Model 29 Revolver

Smith & Wesson 44 Magnum Pre-Model 29 Revolver

Lot # 24 (Sale Order: 24 of 663)      

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serial #S185156, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this handsome four-screw revolver retain about 98% plus original blue, showing a light turn ring on the cylinder, a bit of high edge wear with light muzzle rub, and the oddly scattered light handling scratch here or there. The target trigger and target hammer rate excellent retaining robust color case-hardening, each with a bit of operational wear. The checkered coke bottle exotic hardwood target grips appear to be rosewood but may be cocobolo, and rate excellent and feature silver Smith & Wesson medallions and are correctly un-numbered. The gun seems to operate properly mechanically and features red ramp front sight with white outline rear. A lovely example of the pre-29 revolver that, while clearly used, was well cared for. (3B10687-55) {C&R} (2500/3500)
serial #S185156, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this handsome four-screw revolver retain about 98% plus original blue, showi...moreng a light turn ring on the cylinder, a bit of high edge wear with light muzzle rub, and the oddly scattered light handling scratch here or there. The target trigger and target hammer rate excellent retaining robust color case-hardening, each with a bit of operational wear. The checkered coke bottle exotic hardwood target grips appear to be rosewood but may be cocobolo, and rate excellent and feature silver Smith & Wesson medallions and are correctly un-numbered. The gun seems to operate properly mechanically and features red ramp front sight with white outline rear. A lovely example of the pre-29 revolver that, while clearly used, was well cared for. (3B10687-55) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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Australian Webley Mark I Self-Loading Pistol

Australian Webley Mark I Self-Loading Pistol

Lot # 25 (Sale Order: 25 of 663)      

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serial #2850, 455 Webley Auto, 5” barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore showing some pinprick pitting and oxidation scattered about the grooves and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1913-dated Australian contract pistol retain about 75-80% original blue that shows honest high edge wear and areas thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light throughout, along with some light handling marks and areas of mild oxidation. The small parts retain most of their original black enamel finish. All correct markings remain intact and strong showing “D” within a broad arrow Australian property stamp atop the slide. The grooved walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some areas darkened somewhat from the years, scattered light dings and both exhibit a little bit of play. All of the serialized parts are matching, there are no import marks or export proofs and one original magazine is included. The action seems to function well mechanically and the pistol also includes an older somewhat ad-hoc custom made shoulder holster that shows honest wear. Only about 520 Mark I pistols were procured by Australia. A nice example of a scarce and desirable variant for the martial collector. (13B11080-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)
serial #2850, 455 Webley Auto, 5” barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore showing some pinprick pitting and oxidation scattered about the grooves and oth...moreerwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1913-dated Australian contract pistol retain about 75-80% original blue that shows honest high edge wear and areas thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light throughout, along with some light handling marks and areas of mild oxidation. The small parts retain most of their original black enamel finish. All correct markings remain intact and strong showing “D” within a broad arrow Australian property stamp atop the slide. The grooved walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some areas darkened somewhat from the years, scattered light dings and both exhibit a little bit of play. All of the serialized parts are matching, there are no import marks or export proofs and one original magazine is included. The action seems to function well mechanically and the pistol also includes an older somewhat ad-hoc custom made shoulder holster that shows honest wear. Only about 520 Mark I pistols were procured by Australia. A nice example of a scarce and desirable variant for the martial collector. (13B11080-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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