Auction No. 143 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Auction No. 143 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 600 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.

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Fine Smith & Wesson K-22 Masterpiece Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot # 26 (Sale Order: 26 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #K115155, 22 LR, 6'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful five-screw revolver appears as new in-the-box. The metal surfaces retain about 99% origina...more

Excellent Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 27 (Sale Order: 27 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #N336786, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8'' pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely mid-1970's revolver is as new in-the-box. It retains about 99% original ...more

Superb Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 28 (Sale Order: 28 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #N679417, 45 Colt, 8 3/8'' pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful late-1970's revolver is as new in-the-box and retains about 99% origina...more

U.S. Model 1917 Double Action Revolver by Smith & Wesson

Lot # 29 (Sale Order: 29 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #106114, 45 ACP, 5 1/2'' barrel with an excellent bore. This fine early revolver shows minimal use over the years and remains in excellent condition. The revolver ...more

Walther P.38 Code 480 Semi-Auto Pistol with Matching Magazines & Early 1940-Production Holster

Lot # 30 (Sale Order: 30 of 636)

Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000

serial #2666, 9mm, 5'' barrel with an about very good bore that remains partially bright showing some pinprick pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a very fine example of the very rare and desirable 480 code P.38, one of about 7200 made by Walther in August-September of 1940. The metal surfaces retain between 85-90% original bright blue showing moderate high edge and holster wear with the frontstrap fading to gray and the right side of the slide showing a few pinprick pits and old oxidation stains that are relatively minor. All markings remain crisp and clear with ''480'' code on left side of both slide and frame and the various components more extensively stamped with proper ''(Eagle) / 359'' Waffenamts, as is correct for these early production pistols. The grooved dark brown phenolic resin grips are also correctly stamp-numbered matching the pistol along their interiors and with proper Waffenamts, remaining in excellent condition. All of the serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes both of its matching magazines that show ''2666'' and ''2666+'' along the bottom left-side bodies that appear totally correct in every respect. One magazine has a pair of ''(Eagle) / 359'' Waffenamts near the bottom of the spine while the other bears just a single Waffenamt. The magazines are in very fine condition showing strong original finish with honest wear to be expected. Also included is a scarce 1940-dated black leather holster by Genschow & Co. of Berlin that remains in fine condition showing some light crackling and scuffing along the edges, the closure strap and belt loops with a bit more noticeable crackling to be expected along with a small area of loosened stitching along where the lid attaches. The back surface retains strong maker markings along with ''(Eagle) / WaA286'' and a slightly faded embossed ''P38'' designation. The inside of the lid bears a few old scribblings with ''3620'' along one edge, the name ''McBride, O.D.'' near the center and some other markings that are crossed out and illegible along the bottom edge. This is an excellent ensemble for the advanced German martial collector representing one of the most elusive P.38 variants. (13E11556-15) {C&R} (6000/8000)

serial #2666, 9mm, 5'' barrel with an about very good bore that remains partially bright showing some pinprick pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong ...morerifling throughout. This is a very fine example of the very rare and desirable 480 code P.38, one of about 7200 made by Walther in August-September of 1940. The metal surfaces retain between 85-90% original bright blue showing moderate high edge and holster wear with the frontstrap fading to gray and the right side of the slide showing a few pinprick pits and old oxidation stains that are relatively minor. All markings remain crisp and clear with ''480'' code on left side of both slide and frame and the various components more extensively stamped with proper ''(Eagle) / 359'' Waffenamts, as is correct for these early production pistols. The grooved dark brown phenolic resin grips are also correctly stamp-numbered matching the pistol along their interiors and with proper Waffenamts, remaining in excellent condition. All of the serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes both of its matching magazines that show ''2666'' and ''2666+'' along the bottom left-side bodies that appear totally correct in every respect. One magazine has a pair of ''(Eagle) / 359'' Waffenamts near the bottom of the spine while the other bears just a single Waffenamt. The magazines are in very fine condition showing strong original finish with honest wear to be expected. Also included is a scarce 1940-dated black leather holster by Genschow & Co. of Berlin that remains in fine condition showing some light crackling and scuffing along the edges, the closure strap and belt loops with a bit more noticeable crackling to be expected along with a small area of loosened stitching along where the lid attaches. The back surface retains strong maker markings along with ''(Eagle) / WaA286'' and a slightly faded embossed ''P38'' designation. The inside of the lid bears a few old scribblings with ''3620'' along one edge, the name ''McBride, O.D.'' near the center and some other markings that are crossed out and illegible along the bottom edge. This is an excellent ensemble for the advanced German martial collector representing one of the most elusive P.38 variants. (13E11556-15) {C&R} (6000/8000)

German Army C96 Semi-Auto Pistol by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot # 31 (Sale Order: 31 of 636)

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

serial #328289, 30 Mauser, 5 1/2'' barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore showing some light oxidation in the grooves, a few small pits and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this wartime Imperial German Army-accepted pistol retain perhaps 80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall fading to a deep gray-brown patina along with some old oxidation speckling scattered about and a few small areas of minor pinprick pitting. The bolt body remains partially bright mixing with areas of gray, the hammer and fire control group show the usual smooth medium gray case-hardening and the remaining small parts retain generous fire blue. All markings remain crisp and clear showing proper military acceptance stamp on the right side chamber flat. The grooved walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition showing some light dings and handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is an original walnut holster/stock that has had its serial number ground off of the tang. The stock otherwise rates very good plus showing a little older added finish, scattered dings and a thin 2'' crack through the lid button. Some of the hardware shows fading fire blue and stock body retains a strong German Army inspector stamp below the hinge hardware. The stock fits the pistol quite well. Interestingly, the inside left grip panel is marked in pencil ''Sgt Byron L Fowler / Air Service''. Preliminary research did in fact uncover some information on Sgt. Fowler in the form of a letter written by Col. Ira A. Rader on June 6, 1955 to the Offutt Air Force Base Historical Section in which he recounts being assigned to Fort Crook in September 1920. He saw the fort had no airfield and ordered his sergeant (named as Byron L. Fowler) to construct one. He also noted that Sgt. Fowler ''knew nothing of Army Regulation'' and goes on to comment about the on-the-fly nature of the airfield construction, further alluding to the sergeant's non-regulation methods of getting his task done. Perhaps further research will uncover more information on Sgt. Fowler's wartime service. This is a fine ensemble with some potentially very interesting provenance. (13B11591-112) {C&R} (2000/2500)

serial #328289, 30 Mauser, 5 1/2'' barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore showing some light oxidation in the grooves, a few small pits and otherwise st...morerong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this wartime Imperial German Army-accepted pistol retain perhaps 80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall fading to a deep gray-brown patina along with some old oxidation speckling scattered about and a few small areas of minor pinprick pitting. The bolt body remains partially bright mixing with areas of gray, the hammer and fire control group show the usual smooth medium gray case-hardening and the remaining small parts retain generous fire blue. All markings remain crisp and clear showing proper military acceptance stamp on the right side chamber flat. The grooved walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition showing some light dings and handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is an original walnut holster/stock that has had its serial number ground off of the tang. The stock otherwise rates very good plus showing a little older added finish, scattered dings and a thin 2'' crack through the lid button. Some of the hardware shows fading fire blue and stock body retains a strong German Army inspector stamp below the hinge hardware. The stock fits the pistol quite well. Interestingly, the inside left grip panel is marked in pencil ''Sgt Byron L Fowler / Air Service''. Preliminary research did in fact uncover some information on Sgt. Fowler in the form of a letter written by Col. Ira A. Rader on June 6, 1955 to the Offutt Air Force Base Historical Section in which he recounts being assigned to Fort Crook in September 1920. He saw the fort had no airfield and ordered his sergeant (named as Byron L. Fowler) to construct one. He also noted that Sgt. Fowler ''knew nothing of Army Regulation'' and goes on to comment about the on-the-fly nature of the airfield construction, further alluding to the sergeant's non-regulation methods of getting his task done. Perhaps further research will uncover more information on Sgt. Fowler's wartime service. This is a fine ensemble with some potentially very interesting provenance. (13B11591-112) {C&R} (2000/2500)

German P.08 Luger S/42 Pistol by Mauser

Lot # 32 (Sale Order: 32 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #6683h, 9mm, 4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a faint hint of frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1936-d...more

German K98K Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr with Kriegsmarine Markings

Lot # 33 (Sale Order: 33 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #9775f, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a fair-good bore showing dark grooves with old pitting and otherwise good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this bnz 41-coded rifle retain about 92% reapplied commercial polished blue showing a little scattered oxidation speckling, some partially smoothed-over remnants of light pitting beneath the finish and light handling marks. There are some areas taking on a slight plum tone under bright light and the bolt body and handle are a smooth medium gunmetal gray patina. The markings exhibit some softening along their edges from the metal preparation but are otherwise intact and quite strong, the right-side receiver ring and barrel shank with full series of proper ''(Eagle) / WaA623'' Waffenamts, the rear sight base and rear barrel band with Radom subcontractor ''(Eagle) / 77'' Waffenamts. The barrel shank also shows steel code ''204 40 Bo'' and the cupped buttplate is ''brg'' subcontractor-marked. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and showing a bit of added oil finish along with a few mild abrasions and light dings from the years. There is a duffel cut beneath the rear band and a small 1 1/4'' repair with a dovetailed piece of walnut along the left edge near the receiver. The wood actually exhibits some rather lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout the butt and the stock is stamp-numbered matching the action along the toe line and shows proper ''(Eagle) / 623'' Waffenamts. The stock markings show the expected softening from the aforementioned light cleaning, the right side of the buttstock with an ''(Eagle) / M'' Kriegsmarine property marking. This stamp is rather stronger than the other Waffenamts, but it is of the correct style with characteristic long pointed ''M'' and does itself show some mild softening in areas around its edges. The trigger assembly is mismatched numbered ''82'', the handguard is ''9560'' and the bolt is ''4857e'' and appears to be matching itself showing eagle firing proof on the handle root and no apparent Waffenamts. The rear action locking screw is missing and the remaining numbered parts all appear to be matching. A correct front sight hood and cleaning rod are present as well. An interesting piece for the martial collector. (13C11643-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

serial #9775f, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a fair-good bore showing dark grooves with old pitting and otherwise good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this bnz 4...more1-coded rifle retain about 92% reapplied commercial polished blue showing a little scattered oxidation speckling, some partially smoothed-over remnants of light pitting beneath the finish and light handling marks. There are some areas taking on a slight plum tone under bright light and the bolt body and handle are a smooth medium gunmetal gray patina. The markings exhibit some softening along their edges from the metal preparation but are otherwise intact and quite strong, the right-side receiver ring and barrel shank with full series of proper ''(Eagle) / WaA623'' Waffenamts, the rear sight base and rear barrel band with Radom subcontractor ''(Eagle) / 77'' Waffenamts. The barrel shank also shows steel code ''204 40 Bo'' and the cupped buttplate is ''brg'' subcontractor-marked. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and showing a bit of added oil finish along with a few mild abrasions and light dings from the years. There is a duffel cut beneath the rear band and a small 1 1/4'' repair with a dovetailed piece of walnut along the left edge near the receiver. The wood actually exhibits some rather lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout the butt and the stock is stamp-numbered matching the action along the toe line and shows proper ''(Eagle) / 623'' Waffenamts. The stock markings show the expected softening from the aforementioned light cleaning, the right side of the buttstock with an ''(Eagle) / M'' Kriegsmarine property marking. This stamp is rather stronger than the other Waffenamts, but it is of the correct style with characteristic long pointed ''M'' and does itself show some mild softening in areas around its edges. The trigger assembly is mismatched numbered ''82'', the handguard is ''9560'' and the bolt is ''4857e'' and appears to be matching itself showing eagle firing proof on the handle root and no apparent Waffenamts. The rear action locking screw is missing and the remaining numbered parts all appear to be matching. A correct front sight hood and cleaning rod are present as well. An interesting piece for the martial collector. (13C11643-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German Kar.98AZ Bolt Action Carbine by Danzig

Lot # 34 (Sale Order: 34 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #9310, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1914-dated carbine are a relatively even mix of original blue and medium gray-brown patina showing scattered old oxidation speckling, staining and light handling marks. The bolt and rear receiver ring retain strong blue and all markings remain crisp and clear showing proper Imperial proof marks. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered old abrasions, a couple of which are very shallow chips, the expected dings and handling marks. The stocks otherwise maintain a fine honest appearance overall with strong cartouches throughout and matching serial number along the toe line. An original leather sling showing moderate wear overall is included. The bolt is mismatched but otherwise a correct Imperial-era carbine bolt and the remaining serialized parts are matching. A nice example for the German martial collector. (13A11674-4) {C&R} (1000/1500)

J. G. Anschutz Model 54 Super Match Bolt Action Single Shot Target Rifle

Lot # 35 (Sale Order: 35 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #32358, 22 LR, 27 1/2'' heavy round barrel with recessed target crown and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this fine 1962 proof-dated rifle retain ab...more

Walther Sportmodell Meisterbuchse Bolt Action Target Rifle

Lot # 36 (Sale Order: 36 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000

serial #26158W, 22 LR, 25 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue with a touch of silvering at the muzzle and a fe...more

Winchester Model 52B Bolt Action Target Rifle

Lot # 37 (Sale Order: 37 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #64632B, 22 LR, 28'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1940's vintage rifle retain about 98% original blue with a few small light wea...more

Winchester Model 1892 Takedown Rifle

Lot # 38 (Sale Order: 38 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500

serial #404289, 25-20 W.C.F., 24'' octagon barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore still showing evident rifling throughout. The magazine tube retains about 90% or...more

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 39 (Sale Order: 39 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #327888, 38 W.C.F., 24'' nickel steel octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very good to very good plus bore with scattered spots of pinprick pitting but ...more

Lovely Custom Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle by C.C. Johnson

Lot # 40 (Sale Order: 40 of 636)

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

serial #49065, 219 Improved Zipper, 26'' medium weight round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful classic rifle, the barrel retaining about 98% origin...more

Remington Model 1894 BE Grade Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 41 (Sale Order: 41 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #138704, 12 ga (2 3/4''), 30'' damascus barrels choked full with a bright near excellent left bore and a very good right bore that shows some light pitting its ful...more

Remington Model 1894 FE Trap Grade Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 42 (Sale Order: 42 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000

serial #138865, 12 ga, 30'' barrels choked full with bright very fine bores showing a few tiny shallow dings and small areas of old oxidation. The barrels of this nice tr...more

Rare Lefever Arms Co. CE Grade Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 43 (Sale Order: 43 of 636)

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000

serial #58639, 12 ga (2 3/4''), 26'' Krupp Fluid Steel barrels choked modified and a tight improved modified with bright very good bores showing some sparse oxidation speckles and a few raised small dings here and there. This circa 1908-made Lefever is a nice honest gun in a very rare and desirable configuration with its 26'' Krupp barrels in the attractive CE grade. The barrels are toning to a pleasant blue-gray patina showing some old minor oxidation staining and light handling marks, the most noticeable apology being an about 2'' area of old light pitting on the underside of each barrel about 8'' back from the muzzles. The barrels otherwise retain strong original blue throughout the protected areas and are neatly engraved with Lefever address and ''KRUPP / STEEL'' at the breeches. The action and sideplates are an attractive medium smoky gray patina retaining some wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors along the protected edges. The C grade embellishments remain completely intact and lovely featuring fine bordering, lovely detailed foliate scrollwork and excellent scenes with a pair of game dogs on either side and two ducks along the triggerguard. The trigger plate extension shows last patent date of 1907. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and forend with clamshell release remain in very good plus condition showing a few areas of older added dark finish, scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a neat 1'' repair along the left edge below the sideplate and a well-executed older 1 1/2'' repair to a chip at the toe. The original hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact along with the un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line and small pointed horn inlays behind the sideplates. Stock fit remains excellent and they otherwise maintain an attractive honest appearance commensurate with the balance of the arm, the buttstock with some lovely grain figure throughout. The buttplate is a grooved horn period replacement, perfectly fitted, and provides a 14'' length-of-pull. Drops are 1 3/4'' and 3'', stock cast appears to be neutral and weight is 6 lbs. 7 1/2 oz. Shotgun is sighted with German silver bead front sight and equipped with double triggers, cocking indicators and automatic safety. Barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever resting just right of center and the action seems to function well mechanically with in-time ejectors. A fine quick-pointing Lefever in a rare configuration. (13C11617-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

British Boxlock Double Ejectorgun by B. Jenkinson

Lot # 44 (Sale Order: 44 of 636)

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000

serial #734, 12 ga (2 3/4''), 26'' barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. This is an attractive shotgun retailed by B. Jenkinson of Ne...more

British Smallbore Boxlock Double Shotgun by Cowles & Dunn

Lot # 45 (Sale Order: 45 of 636)

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000

serial #56895, 20 ga (2 1/2''), 28'' barrels choked modified and improved modified with mostly bright very good bores that show a few areas of oxidation and light pitting...more

E. M. Reilly & Co. Boxlock Double Ball & Shot Gun

Lot # 46 (Sale Order: 46 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200

serial #32974, 12 ga (2 1/2''), 30'' smoothbore barrels, naturally choked cylinder, with partially bright bores showing some areas of light to moderate pitting their full-length and the right barrel with a slight bulge about 1 1/2'' back from the muzzle. Essentially Reilly's take on Holland & Holland's famous Paradox Gun, this big double shows original London proofs and has seen some honest use. The barrels retain about 97% of an old quality re-blacking showing a bit of fading to a mild plum-brown tone under bright light and some sparse remnants of pinprick pitting. The undersides of the barrels show their original London proof marks while the external markings have softened somewhat but remain entirely intact and legible showing E.M. Reilly & Co. 16 New Oxford St. London address and ''(BALL & SHOT GUN.)'' callout. The action is mostly a medium pewter gray patina showing some mild gray-brown undertones and old oxidation staining, the edges particularly along the left side with some generous silvery case-hardened patina. The action is embellished in near full coverage with fine English filigree scrollwork that remains mostly strong throughout, the sides maker-marked in riband. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend with push button release remain in very good plus condition showing some honest wear from the years with scattered light dings and handling marks, the grooved horn buttplate showing some scuffs and its edges a touch proud. The arm is equipped with sling swivel eyes and sighted for ball shells with a 50-yard flip-up v-notch rear sight with platinum line insert and a large ivory bead front. Features include double triggers, automatic safety, and extractors, with lock-up by dual under-bites and hidden Greener crossbolt. The top lever exhibits some play and the barrels otherwise lock-up solid on-face. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2'' and weight is 7 lbs. 7 1/2 oz. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable example of a scarce British double. (13B11621-86) {C&R} (1800/2200)

serial #32974, 12 ga (2 1/2''), 30'' smoothbore barrels, naturally choked cylinder, with partially bright bores showing some areas of light to moderate pitting their full...more

German System Reform Schuetzen Rifle by E. Schmidt & Habermann

Lot # 47 (Sale Order: 47 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #41201, 8.15x46mmR, 32'' Bohlerstahl octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. Retailed by the large Schmidt & Habermann firm of Suhl, this September 1926 proof...more

German Buchel Original Meister Schuetzen Rifle

Lot # 48 (Sale Order: 48 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

8.15x46mmR, 31 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this July 1926 proof-dated rifle retains about 92% original blue showing some mild edge we...more

Prussian Charles Daly Sidelever Double Hammer Drilling by J.P. Sauer & Sohn

Lot # 49 (Sale Order: 49 of 636)

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800

serial #39454, 12 ga (2 1/2'') over 38-55, 28'' fine damascus shotgun barrels choked full and fluid steel rifle barrel with very good bores, the shotgun barrels with a few small dings and some light pitting mostly in the right barrel and the rifle barrel with dark grooves but otherwise strong rifling throughout. The shotgun barrels show lovely swirling damascus patterns throughout retaining about 94% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered light handling marks and a small area of old oxidation on the left barrel. The rifle barrel retains about 97% original plum-brown finish with just a few minor oxidation speckles. The action and lockplates retain about 92% original vibrant case-hardened colors with areas drifting to a pleasant smoky and silvery case-hardened patina along with some mild oxidation speckling. The action is tastefully embellished with some light bordering and foliate flourishes, the top neatly matted and the action sidelever and top barrel selector lever retain generous original bright blue. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the forend with a few thin chips along its edges, and otherwise retaining strong original oil finish, nice fit and good checkering. The sides of the butt exhibit some subtle attractive grain figure and the checkered horn buttplate rates very good plus with a few small areas of light insect damage. There is no cheekpiece and length-of-pull is 13 3/4'' with drops of 2'' and 3 1/4'' and weight is 8 lbs. The barrels lock up solid with a sliver of light visible at the breeches and the left hammer is bent-in slightly but both locks otherwise seem to function crisply with hammers properly rebounding. The arm is sighted with a silver bead front sight, manual flip-up u-notch rear sight and flip-up tang peep sight that folds neatly within the upper tang. A very fine example of a classic Charles Daly drilling. (13B11108-55) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

serial #39454, 12 ga (2 1/2'') over 38-55, 28'' fine damascus shotgun barrels choked full and fluid steel rifle barrel with very good bores, the shotgun barrels with a fe...more

Fine Austrian Mauser Magazine Sporting Rifle by Dschulnigg

Lot # 50 (Sale Order: 50 of 636)

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000

30-06, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely 1950 proof-dated rifle retain about 96-97% original blue showing a few small areas of s...more

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