Firearms Day 1

Firearms Day 1

Monday, June 25, 2018  |  9:00 AM Eastern
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Firearms Day 1

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Silver Plated U.S. Navy Officer's Dress Cap & Projectile Cocktail Shaker.

Lot # 152 (Sale Order: 151 of 545)      

The silver-plated naval officer's cap was done in the same manor as the famous bronzed baby shoes. The actual hat was completely plated in solid silver, now weighing 3 lbs. 1 oz. The cocktail shaker is stamped "FACSIMILE/18 POUNDER SHRAPNEL SHELL/PATENT APPLIED FOR", and is a mix of silver plate, brass and copper that measures 3-1/4" diameter at base by 12" tall with removable cap and strainer. A lot of value here in silver alone. From the Ray Bentley Collection.
The silver-plated naval officer's cap was done in the same manor as the famous bronzed baby shoes. The actual hat was completely plated in solid silver, now weighing 3 l...morebs. 1 oz. The cocktail shaker is stamped "FACSIMILE/18 POUNDER SHRAPNEL SHELL/PATENT APPLIED FOR", and is a mix of silver plate, brass and copper that measures 3-1/4" diameter at base by 12" tall with removable cap and strainer. A lot of value here in silver alone. From the Ray Bentley Collection.

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Lot of 2: Silver Plated Rifle Club Presentation Trophies.

Lot # 153 (Sale Order: 152 of 545)      

The first trophy features two 5" applied figural crossed rifles and a wreath, made by the "Meriden Company" Pattern 7000. Base features an etching of a target shooter with two observers and is inscribed "Presented for competition by National Gun Club Members 1897. The A.H. Championshionship Cup" Has two delicate die-cut handles and no visible denting and one handle shows signs of period repair. Measures 13" tall with a 6-1/4" base. The second trophy is a typical two-handled presentation loving cup inscribed "Great Eastern Live-Bird Handicap Auspices of Mercules Gun Club. Reading, PA. January 24 - 1919." The handles have figural mythical bearded heads and measure about 4-3/4". No visible dents or repairs. From the Ray Bentley Collection.
The first trophy features two 5" applied figural crossed rifles and a wreath, made by the "Meriden Company" Pattern 7000. Base features an etching of a target shooter wi...moreth two observers and is inscribed "Presented for competition by National Gun Club Members 1897. The A.H. Championshionship Cup" Has two delicate die-cut handles and no visible denting and one handle shows signs of period repair. Measures 13" tall with a 6-1/4" base. The second trophy is a typical two-handled presentation loving cup inscribed "Great Eastern Live-Bird Handicap Auspices of Mercules Gun Club. Reading, PA. January 24 - 1919." The handles have figural mythical bearded heads and measure about 4-3/4". No visible dents or repairs. From the Ray Bentley Collection.

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Silver Plated Peters Catridge Company 1902 Three-Horn Handled Trophy Cup.

Lot # 154 (Sale Order: 153 of 545)      

Cup measures 7-1/2" high, top opening is 6", maker's stamp on bottom "The Middletown Silver Company/Pattern 55". This Presentation cup features three 5-1/2" real tusks as handles and it is inscribed "Presented By The Peters Cartridge Co. To The Savannah Revolver Club" and the other side is inscribed "Highest Average Standard American Targets Year Ending Sept. 1-1902." The third panel is inscribed "Won By" and was never presented. Tarnished patina is dark overall, one lower horn handle attachment needs re-attached. From the Ray Bentley Collection.
Cup measures 7-1/2" high, top opening is 6", maker's stamp on bottom "The Middletown Silver Company/Pattern 55". This Presentation cup features three 5-1/2" real tusks a...mores handles and it is inscribed "Presented By The Peters Cartridge Co. To The Savannah Revolver Club" and the other side is inscribed "Highest Average Standard American Targets Year Ending Sept. 1-1902." The third panel is inscribed "Won By" and was never presented. Tarnished patina is dark overall, one lower horn handle attachment needs re-attached. From the Ray Bentley Collection.

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Silver Plated English Military Figural Trophy.

Lot # 155 (Sale Order: 154 of 545)      

Measures 14" tall, lid features a 2-3/4" figural British soldier firing his musket with an India Campaign helmet on. The cup has two inscription panels but was never presented. Repousse floral motifs and chased relief foliate designs. Trophy is in excellent condition. From the Ray Bentley Collection.
Measures 14" tall, lid features a 2-3/4" figural British soldier firing his musket with an India Campaign helmet on. The cup has two inscription panels but was never pre...moresented. Repousse floral motifs and chased relief foliate designs. Trophy is in excellent condition. From the Ray Bentley Collection.

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(A) Rare Cased Colt No. 5 "Texas" Paterson Revolver, Serial no. 205.

Lot # 156 (Sale Order: 155 of 545)      

This model is the most popular and in-demand of all Paterson models. About 1,000 No. 5 Patersons were produced between 1838 and 1840, beginning with serial No. 1. Visible full serial No. 205 matching on barrel, wedge, both cylinders, inside of backstrap, side of frame strap, trigger, bottom of left grip, and cylinder turning ring. All numbers match in font and style. Octagonal barrel with Paterson 11-groove rifling, top flat stamped in script "*Patent Arms Mfg. Co. Paterson, NJ. - Colt's Pt.*", double curve barrel lug. Five shot roundback percussion cylinder with slot and roll engraved decoration of stagecoach holdup scene, also includes an extra matching cylinder. Steel single action frame with folding trigger and varnished flared walnut two-piece grips. Complete with original burgundy velvet lined mahogany case with beveled lid with a vacant silver plaque on top. Accessories are all correct and original, including: brass-mounted capping tool marked "No. 58" inside lid and on center of coil system, a combination powder and ball flask of copper with brass mounts, both parts stamped "12" and center brass ring roll marked with address marking as on the Belt Model barrels and striations on turning rings, a brass cleaning rod with turned wood handle, iron multi-purpose tool stamped "PATENT" on screwdriver head, a single cavity iron bullet mold with three turned wood handles with brass ferrules and sprue cutter, and a case key. Pistol is in very good condition, overall. All steel components retain a mottled grey patina with some freckling and darker areas. Barrel key has one chip on front face. Some edge wear and light wear to barrel address. Mechanism excellent and bore very good with strong rifling. Cylinder scenes partially worn and only partially visible, and one nipple broken. Most screws have some marring. Grips good, as refinished, some shrinkage and wear, one small piece at top, on left side, has been professionally replaced. This pistol is very honest and has a great homogeneous appearance. Case has some scattered marks on the exterior, interior is faded to a copper hue with scattered mothing, wear, and staining. Accessories good to very good, showing some wear and in condition commensurate with pistol. Finding a complete and correct cased Colt Paterson is very difficult. Accessories : Wooden case, accessories, extra cylinder Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: No. 5 Texas PatersonPaperwork : No Serial Number: 205
This model is the most popular and in-demand of all Paterson models. About 1,000 No. 5 Patersons were produced between 1838 and 1840, beginning with serial No. 1. Visib...morele full serial No. 205 matching on barrel, wedge, both cylinders, inside of backstrap, side of frame strap, trigger, bottom of left grip, and cylinder turning ring. All numbers match in font and style. Octagonal barrel with Paterson 11-groove rifling, top flat stamped in script "*Patent Arms Mfg. Co. Paterson, NJ. - Colt's Pt.*", double curve barrel lug. Five shot roundback percussion cylinder with slot and roll engraved decoration of stagecoach holdup scene, also includes an extra matching cylinder. Steel single action frame with folding trigger and varnished flared walnut two-piece grips. Complete with original burgundy velvet lined mahogany case with beveled lid with a vacant silver plaque on top. Accessories are all correct and original, including: brass-mounted capping tool marked "No. 58" inside lid and on center of coil system, a combination powder and ball flask of copper with brass mounts, both parts stamped "12" and center brass ring roll marked with address marking as on the Belt Model barrels and striations on turning rings, a brass cleaning rod with turned wood handle, iron multi-purpose tool stamped "PATENT" on screwdriver head, a single cavity iron bullet mold with three turned wood handles with brass ferrules and sprue cutter, and a case key. Pistol is in very good condition, overall. All steel components retain a mottled grey patina with some freckling and darker areas. Barrel key has one chip on front face. Some edge wear and light wear to barrel address. Mechanism excellent and bore very good with strong rifling. Cylinder scenes partially worn and only partially visible, and one nipple broken. Most screws have some marring. Grips good, as refinished, some shrinkage and wear, one small piece at top, on left side, has been professionally replaced. This pistol is very honest and has a great homogeneous appearance. Case has some scattered marks on the exterior, interior is faded to a copper hue with scattered mothing, wear, and staining. Accessories good to very good, showing some wear and in condition commensurate with pistol. Finding a complete and correct cased Colt Paterson is very difficult. Accessories : Wooden case, accessories, extra cylinder Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: No. 5 Texas PatersonPaperwork : No Serial Number: 205

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(A) Extremely Rare Cased Colt 3rd Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver.

Lot # 157 (Sale Order: 156 of 545)      

This is the finest cased Third Model Dragoon known. Blue and color case hardened octagon to round, German silver front sight and one line New York City address with dashes. Left side of the frame is marked “COLT PATENT” and it has round head screws for the hammer, trigger, and lock bolt. Trigger guard and backstrap are brass with round trigger bow and contains a nicely figured, oil-finished, one piece walnut grip that has the last four digits of the serial number in the backstrap channel. Various parts have small inspector initials and numbers. Cylinder is usual six shots with the Ranger/Indian fight scene. Accompanied by an original, very early oak Colt casing with an empty brass medallion centered in the lid. Interior is lined with green velvet, recessed in the bottom reminiscent of early Paterson casings. It is recessed for the revolver, an outstanding late style dragoon flask with angled spout, a brass two-cavity mold with steel “COLTS PATENT” sprue cutter which has a small “P” inspector initial by the screw slot. Also recessed for an L-shaped nipple wrench/screw driver. It has a round, French-fitted compartment for a large tin of W. & C. Eley caps. Right rear covered compartment with brass pull contains bullets and balls and a functioning key for the mortised brass lock in the front. Lock has double locking studs. High condition dragoon revolvers are a rarity in and of themselves, but this style of casing is nearly non-existent. About 10,500 of these revolvers were produced in the period 1851-61 with the majority of this production either being military issue or, as in this case a civilian purchase item, most of which saw hard service on the Western frontier. They were all available for service during the Civil War, and then again on the Western frontier with the great Manifest Destiny Western movement after the Civil War. Although they were heavy and difficult to handle, they were very popular handgun with their large caliber and powerful powder charge and remained in service until the late 1800’s. Few are found with strong original finish or unfired as with this revolver and the casing is an ultimate rarity. This gun was purportedly Walter Winans’ and came to auction some years back via Winan’s grandson. It was purportedly presented to him by Gastinne-Renette. Winan was a renown shooter and frontiersman. Revolver is extremely fine plus, all matching including wedge and grip. Barrel retains 98-99% strong original factory blue with a series of tiny nicks on top of the barrel just in front of the octagonal section. Rammer and rammer handle retain about all of their original case colors, mostly dark, brilliant on the right side of the pivot. Frame retains most of its original case colors, dark and turning gray with spots of very fine pitting on the left side, strong and bright on the right side. Hammer is in identical condition. Cylinder retains 96-98% strong original blue and 99% Ranger/Indian fight scene with five of its six safety pins serviceable. Grip frame was never silver-plated, and now retains a medium mustard patina with sharp edges. Grip has a couple of minor, light bruises on the right side and a few light scratches on the left side and retains about all of its original oil finish, edges are sharp. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny unfired bore. Case has an open seam in the lid and a couple of grain checks in the bottom, otherwise, is completely sound with light to moderate soil and usual handling and storage nicks and scratches and one bruise in the lid. Interior is moderately faded and lightly soiled in the bottom. Flask is extraordinary, retaining about 98% crisp, original finish. Mold and nipple wrench are equally new. Cap tin is bare metal with soldered seams, faded label, and a few spots of rust on the lid. All together, an extraordinary and rare cased set. From the Jim Linton Collection.Accessories : Case, AccessoriesBarrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 3rd Model CivilianPaperwork : No Serial Number: 15889
This is the finest cased Third Model Dragoon known. Blue and color case hardened octagon to round, German silver front sight and one line New York City address with dashe...mores. Left side of the frame is marked “COLT PATENT” and it has round head screws for the hammer, trigger, and lock bolt. Trigger guard and backstrap are brass with round trigger bow and contains a nicely figured, oil-finished, one piece walnut grip that has the last four digits of the serial number in the backstrap channel. Various parts have small inspector initials and numbers. Cylinder is usual six shots with the Ranger/Indian fight scene. Accompanied by an original, very early oak Colt casing with an empty brass medallion centered in the lid. Interior is lined with green velvet, recessed in the bottom reminiscent of early Paterson casings. It is recessed for the revolver, an outstanding late style dragoon flask with angled spout, a brass two-cavity mold with steel “COLTS PATENT” sprue cutter which has a small “P” inspector initial by the screw slot. Also recessed for an L-shaped nipple wrench/screw driver. It has a round, French-fitted compartment for a large tin of W. & C. Eley caps. Right rear covered compartment with brass pull contains bullets and balls and a functioning key for the mortised brass lock in the front. Lock has double locking studs. High condition dragoon revolvers are a rarity in and of themselves, but this style of casing is nearly non-existent. About 10,500 of these revolvers were produced in the period 1851-61 with the majority of this production either being military issue or, as in this case a civilian purchase item, most of which saw hard service on the Western frontier. They were all available for service during the Civil War, and then again on the Western frontier with the great Manifest Destiny Western movement after the Civil War. Although they were heavy and difficult to handle, they were very popular handgun with their large caliber and powerful powder charge and remained in service until the late 1800’s. Few are found with strong original finish or unfired as with this revolver and the casing is an ultimate rarity. This gun was purportedly Walter Winans’ and came to auction some years back via Winan’s grandson. It was purportedly presented to him by Gastinne-Renette. Winan was a renown shooter and frontiersman. Revolver is extremely fine plus, all matching including wedge and grip. Barrel retains 98-99% strong original factory blue with a series of tiny nicks on top of the barrel just in front of the octagonal section. Rammer and rammer handle retain about all of their original case colors, mostly dark, brilliant on the right side of the pivot. Frame retains most of its original case colors, dark and turning gray with spots of very fine pitting on the left side, strong and bright on the right side. Hammer is in identical condition. Cylinder retains 96-98% strong original blue and 99% Ranger/Indian fight scene with five of its six safety pins serviceable. Grip frame was never silver-plated, and now retains a medium mustard patina with sharp edges. Grip has a couple of minor, light bruises on the right side and a few light scratches on the left side and retains about all of its original oil finish, edges are sharp. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny unfired bore. Case has an open seam in the lid and a couple of grain checks in the bottom, otherwise, is completely sound with light to moderate soil and usual handling and storage nicks and scratches and one bruise in the lid. Interior is moderately faded and lightly soiled in the bottom. Flask is extraordinary, retaining about 98% crisp, original finish. Mold and nipple wrench are equally new. Cap tin is bare metal with soldered seams, faded label, and a few spots of rust on the lid. All together, an extraordinary and rare cased set. From the Jim Linton Collection.Accessories : Case, AccessoriesBarrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 3rd Model CivilianPaperwork : No Serial Number: 15889

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(A) Exquisite Colt 2nd Model Martial Dragoon (1850).

Lot # 159 (Sale Order: 157 of 545)      

Finished in the Colt light Martial blue and smokey Colt case colors. The Second Model Dragoon had the shortest production time and smallest number produced of the three standard Dragoon Series, with a mere 2,700 manufactured from 1850 to 1851. Given their record for hard usage, one does not expect to find a really nice example with any appreciable amount of original finish. This outstanding example is contrary to all others in that it has survived in exemplar, all original condition. The barrel retains over 90% original Colt blue, most still bright. The roll engraved cylinder scene is flawless and still retains at least 60-80% original blue, blending a homogenous, soft patina. The frame retains over 80 to 90% of the soft martial case colors. There are generous remains of color on the loading lever with the balance patterned out to a soft grey. The one piece walnut grips are in excellent to near mint condition with strong inspector cartouche on both sides. Left panel bears the initials "JH" for Joseph Hannis who was a civil employee of the Ordnance Department who spent more than 25 years as an inspector of contractor arms, beginning in 1836 at Springfield Armory. Right panel bears the initials "WAT" for William A. Thorton, Brevette Brigadier General, U.S. Army, who was the chief inspector of contract arms for a longer period of time than any other individual. Thorton's first period of Ordnance duty was at Watervliet Arsenal from March 27th, 1833 to October 15th, 1836. Standard features on this revolver include octagon to round barrel, non-fluted cylinder, brass square back trigger guard, brass backstrap, one piece walnut grips, six shot and single action. The military inspector marks can be found as follows: "M" on left side of frame, "H" on top barrel flat, "M" on loading lever, "H" on cylinder, "K" on trigger guard, "M" on hammer, "H" on left trigger guard. "COLTS PATENT US" is stamped on left side of frame. Barrel has New York City address. Matching serial number can be found on frame, barrel, loading lever, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. All edges are razor sharp, as are legends. All screw heads are relatively sharp retaining generous amounts of Nitre blue finish. The wedge is the only mismatched part on entire gun. All of the nipples are original and all safety pins are intact. There is no rust, corrosion or finish abrasions of any kind. No signs of excessive cleaning and brass is untouched. Indexes and locks up like the day it was manufactured. Bore is sharp and bright. Prior Greg Lampe collection This 2nd Model Martial Dragoon has been regarded as one of the finest to ever be offered for sale. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 2nd Model DragoonPaperwork : No Serial Number: 9129
Finished in the Colt light Martial blue and smokey Colt case colors. The Second Model Dragoon had the shortest production time and smallest number produced of the three ...morestandard Dragoon Series, with a mere 2,700 manufactured from 1850 to 1851. Given their record for hard usage, one does not expect to find a really nice example with any appreciable amount of original finish. This outstanding example is contrary to all others in that it has survived in exemplar, all original condition. The barrel retains over 90% original Colt blue, most still bright. The roll engraved cylinder scene is flawless and still retains at least 60-80% original blue, blending a homogenous, soft patina. The frame retains over 80 to 90% of the soft martial case colors. There are generous remains of color on the loading lever with the balance patterned out to a soft grey. The one piece walnut grips are in excellent to near mint condition with strong inspector cartouche on both sides. Left panel bears the initials "JH" for Joseph Hannis who was a civil employee of the Ordnance Department who spent more than 25 years as an inspector of contractor arms, beginning in 1836 at Springfield Armory. Right panel bears the initials "WAT" for William A. Thorton, Brevette Brigadier General, U.S. Army, who was the chief inspector of contract arms for a longer period of time than any other individual. Thorton's first period of Ordnance duty was at Watervliet Arsenal from March 27th, 1833 to October 15th, 1836. Standard features on this revolver include octagon to round barrel, non-fluted cylinder, brass square back trigger guard, brass backstrap, one piece walnut grips, six shot and single action. The military inspector marks can be found as follows: "M" on left side of frame, "H" on top barrel flat, "M" on loading lever, "H" on cylinder, "K" on trigger guard, "M" on hammer, "H" on left trigger guard. "COLTS PATENT US" is stamped on left side of frame. Barrel has New York City address. Matching serial number can be found on frame, barrel, loading lever, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. All edges are razor sharp, as are legends. All screw heads are relatively sharp retaining generous amounts of Nitre blue finish. The wedge is the only mismatched part on entire gun. All of the nipples are original and all safety pins are intact. There is no rust, corrosion or finish abrasions of any kind. No signs of excessive cleaning and brass is untouched. Indexes and locks up like the day it was manufactured. Bore is sharp and bright. Prior Greg Lampe collection This 2nd Model Martial Dragoon has been regarded as one of the finest to ever be offered for sale. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 2nd Model DragoonPaperwork : No Serial Number: 9129

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(A) Cased, Engraved, Gold & Silver Plated, Ivory Gripped Matched Pair of Pocket Navy 1862 Revolvers.

Lot # 160 (Sale Order: 158 of 545)      

This consecutive numbered Colt factory engraved, gold and silver plated Pocket Navies with the goddess of Liberty carved panels of both guns, was once part of the famed Buddy Hackett collection. They were factory engraved most likely by L.D. Nimschke. This exact set is pictured on page 177 in the book titled "Colt Engraving" by Wilson, 1982 edition. They are housed in a rare double casing of rosewood lined in burgundy velvet. The hammer, cylinder, lever and grip straps of each revolver are gold plated, the balance finished in silver. Two different variations of the goddess of liberty are carved into the grips, one standing and one sitting. Case comes with an original small eagle flask, nipple wrench, blued Colt two cavity bullet mold and two Eley cap tins. You will find matching full or partial serial numbers on the frame, barrel, wedge, loading lever, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder post and cylinder. You will find the letters "I" and "E" stamped above or below the serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard and backstrap. The engraving is typical scroll and both hammers have the wolf head design. Rear trigger guards are stamped "36 CAL". The rebated roll engraved cylinders exhibit the stagecoach hold-up scene. Both revolvers have strong rifled bores and index and lock up like new. Standard features are full octagon barrel, five shot, single action. All original nipples with various degrees of visible safety pins. The overall plating is approximately 75% on each gun with the most wear found on the backstraps and trigger guards where the plating mostly gone on No. 5544 and with 75% plating on trigger guard No. 5543 and 10% on backstrap. Double cased sets are extremely rare, consecutive numbers are far more rare and when taking into consideration the carved ivory with Lady Liberty pattern, they are far rarer still. An incredible one of a kind cased pair.Accessories : Wooden case, percussion caps and toolsBarrel Length: 6 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1862 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: (A) 5543 (B) 5544
This consecutive numbered Colt factory engraved, gold and silver plated Pocket Navies with the goddess of Liberty carved panels of both guns, was once part of the famed B...moreuddy Hackett collection. They were factory engraved most likely by L.D. Nimschke. This exact set is pictured on page 177 in the book titled "Colt Engraving" by Wilson, 1982 edition. They are housed in a rare double casing of rosewood lined in burgundy velvet. The hammer, cylinder, lever and grip straps of each revolver are gold plated, the balance finished in silver. Two different variations of the goddess of liberty are carved into the grips, one standing and one sitting. Case comes with an original small eagle flask, nipple wrench, blued Colt two cavity bullet mold and two Eley cap tins. You will find matching full or partial serial numbers on the frame, barrel, wedge, loading lever, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder post and cylinder. You will find the letters "I" and "E" stamped above or below the serial number on frame, barrel, trigger guard and backstrap. The engraving is typical scroll and both hammers have the wolf head design. Rear trigger guards are stamped "36 CAL". The rebated roll engraved cylinders exhibit the stagecoach hold-up scene. Both revolvers have strong rifled bores and index and lock up like new. Standard features are full octagon barrel, five shot, single action. All original nipples with various degrees of visible safety pins. The overall plating is approximately 75% on each gun with the most wear found on the backstraps and trigger guards where the plating mostly gone on No. 5544 and with 75% plating on trigger guard No. 5543 and 10% on backstrap. Double cased sets are extremely rare, consecutive numbers are far more rare and when taking into consideration the carved ivory with Lady Liberty pattern, they are far rarer still. An incredible one of a kind cased pair.Accessories : Wooden case, percussion caps and toolsBarrel Length: 6 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1862 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: (A) 5543 (B) 5544

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(A) Extraordinary Colt U.S. Martial Model 1860 Four Screw Army Percussion Revolver (1861).

Lot # 161 (Sale Order: 159 of 545)      

Martially marked 1860 Army four screw that features full round barrel, rebated cylinder with Naval scene, case colored frame cut for shoulder stock, brass trigger guard, steel backstrap and one piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche on left panel. You will find full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and cylinder. You will find the military inspector stamps as follows: "C" on left side of barrel, "S" on right side of barrel, "TT" and "S" on cylinder, "B" on bottom of left grip panel, "T" on trigger guard, "TT" on steel backstrap. Left grip panel bears the inspector stamp "OWA" for Orville W. Ainsworth. Ainsworth was assigned sub-inspector of contract arms in 1861. The barrel has the New York address and retains over 90% of the original factory blue with razor sharp legends. Loading lever retains most all of its vivid deep case colors. Wedge still has generous amounts of bright factory blue. Cylinder retains approximately over 95% original factory blue with a 100% sharp Naval battle scene, all original nipples and nearly all the original safety pins. Frame retains virtually all of its original case colors, most still brilliant. Steel backstrap retains approximately 90% of the original bright factory blue. Walnut grips are excellent. Trigger still has the majority of its original fire blue, as do most of the screws. Brass trigger guard has softened to a untouched mustard color. Even the head of the wedge that is always beat has original blue finish. Indexes and locks up as if it were made yesterday and has razor sharp rifling. This exemplary four screw Martial is truly one of the finest examples ever offered. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Martial ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 24615
Martially marked 1860 Army four screw that features full round barrel, rebated cylinder with Naval scene, case colored frame cut for shoulder stock, brass trigger guard, ...moresteel backstrap and one piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche on left panel. You will find full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and cylinder. You will find the military inspector stamps as follows: "C" on left side of barrel, "S" on right side of barrel, "TT" and "S" on cylinder, "B" on bottom of left grip panel, "T" on trigger guard, "TT" on steel backstrap. Left grip panel bears the inspector stamp "OWA" for Orville W. Ainsworth. Ainsworth was assigned sub-inspector of contract arms in 1861. The barrel has the New York address and retains over 90% of the original factory blue with razor sharp legends. Loading lever retains most all of its vivid deep case colors. Wedge still has generous amounts of bright factory blue. Cylinder retains approximately over 95% original factory blue with a 100% sharp Naval battle scene, all original nipples and nearly all the original safety pins. Frame retains virtually all of its original case colors, most still brilliant. Steel backstrap retains approximately 90% of the original bright factory blue. Walnut grips are excellent. Trigger still has the majority of its original fire blue, as do most of the screws. Brass trigger guard has softened to a untouched mustard color. Even the head of the wedge that is always beat has original blue finish. Indexes and locks up as if it were made yesterday and has razor sharp rifling. This exemplary four screw Martial is truly one of the finest examples ever offered. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Martial ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 24615

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(A) Exquisite Colt Cased 1860 Civilian Army Percussion Revolver (1871).

Lot # 162 (Sale Order: 160 of 545)      

Blue and color case hardened with round barrel, German silver front sight and one line address. It has “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame and caliber marking on left shoulder of the trigger guard. Cylinder is usual rebated style, six shots and the rolled Ormsby Naval battle scene. Trigger guard is silver plated brass with blued steel back strap containing a nicely figured, varnished one piece walnut grip. Accompanied by an original Colt, burgundy velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in bottom for the revolver, an original double sided Army size flask with angle spout, a blued “COLTS PATENT” two cavity mold with sprue cutter marked on right side “44H”, an L-shaped nipple wrench, a full sealed tin of Eley’s caps and two sealed packets of Sage combustible cartridges. Also accompanied by a functioning case key. This revolver was produced in the early 1870’s just in time for the great Manifest Destiny westward expansion and unlike its brethren that saw rough frontier service this one was apparently kept in some gentleman’s gun cabinet or dresser drawer and remained unused. Very few of these popular Colts are found today with strong original finish such as is present here. Of the Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. Extremely fine plus, all matching except wedge which is properly unnumbered (grip was not checked). Barrel retains about 97% glossy original blue with a couple of small nicks and slight muzzle edge wear with a scrape and a few light nicks by wedge slot. Rammer and rammer handle retain about all of their original case colors, brilliant on pivot, turning dark elsewhere. Frame and hammer retain virtually all of their brilliant case colors with glossy fire-blued screws. Cylinder retains about 85% original blue, strong & bright in rebated area, thin on raised area. Also retains 97-98% Ormsby Naval battle scene. Trigger guard retains about 25% silver plating with balance a light mustard patina. Backstrap & buttstrap retain about 60% glossy original blue turned blue-grey on backstrap. Grip shows light edge wear with a few small nicks and retains virtually all of its original varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore with a very few scattered small spots of pitting. Case is extremely fine plus with a few very minor handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains virtually all of its original varnish. Interior retains dark rich burgundy color with only very slight fading. Flask is extremely fine with slight losses of gold wash from collar. Mold has flaked handles and retains glossy bright blue on body with flaked sprue cutter. Cap tin has slightly chipped and soiled label. Cartridge packets are extremely fine. All in all a wonderful complete and original set. From the Jim Linton Collection.Accessories : Case, Accessories, AmmoBarrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1860 Civilan ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 193165
Blue and color case hardened with round barrel, German silver front sight and one line address. It has “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame and caliber marking on left sh...moreoulder of the trigger guard. Cylinder is usual rebated style, six shots and the rolled Ormsby Naval battle scene. Trigger guard is silver plated brass with blued steel back strap containing a nicely figured, varnished one piece walnut grip. Accompanied by an original Colt, burgundy velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in bottom for the revolver, an original double sided Army size flask with angle spout, a blued “COLTS PATENT” two cavity mold with sprue cutter marked on right side “44H”, an L-shaped nipple wrench, a full sealed tin of Eley’s caps and two sealed packets of Sage combustible cartridges. Also accompanied by a functioning case key. This revolver was produced in the early 1870’s just in time for the great Manifest Destiny westward expansion and unlike its brethren that saw rough frontier service this one was apparently kept in some gentleman’s gun cabinet or dresser drawer and remained unused. Very few of these popular Colts are found today with strong original finish such as is present here. Of the Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. Extremely fine plus, all matching except wedge which is properly unnumbered (grip was not checked). Barrel retains about 97% glossy original blue with a couple of small nicks and slight muzzle edge wear with a scrape and a few light nicks by wedge slot. Rammer and rammer handle retain about all of their original case colors, brilliant on pivot, turning dark elsewhere. Frame and hammer retain virtually all of their brilliant case colors with glossy fire-blued screws. Cylinder retains about 85% original blue, strong & bright in rebated area, thin on raised area. Also retains 97-98% Ormsby Naval battle scene. Trigger guard retains about 25% silver plating with balance a light mustard patina. Backstrap & buttstrap retain about 60% glossy original blue turned blue-grey on backstrap. Grip shows light edge wear with a few small nicks and retains virtually all of its original varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore with a very few scattered small spots of pitting. Case is extremely fine plus with a few very minor handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains virtually all of its original varnish. Interior retains dark rich burgundy color with only very slight fading. Flask is extremely fine with slight losses of gold wash from collar. Mold has flaked handles and retains glossy bright blue on body with flaked sprue cutter. Cap tin has slightly chipped and soiled label. Cartridge packets are extremely fine. All in all a wonderful complete and original set. From the Jim Linton Collection.Accessories : Case, Accessories, AmmoBarrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1860 Civilan ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 193165

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(A) Cased Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver (1861).

Lot # 163 (Sale Order: 161 of 545)      

This fine revolver has full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, back of cylinder, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap and wedge. No number on loading lever. Barrel has the New York address and retains approximately 85% of the brilliant Colt factory blue with the balance simply flaked. The five shot fluted and rebated cylinder has all original nipples and some partially full safety pins. The frame and hammer retain virtually all of the brilliant Colt case colors. Has the silver plated backstrap and trigger guard which retain the majority of the silver plate, although tarnished. Fire blued screws retain virtually all of their Nitre finish. The one piece varnished walnut grips are near mint. Fine action and near mint bore. This beautiful little revolver comes with a factory letter and is listed as coming in a wood presentation case with bullet mold, nipple wrench and cap tin. Also, according to the letter, this gun was a part of Colt's Archive Collection and was utilized as a display piece in the office of the president. Letter does not mention the eagle flask, which is in near mint condition and original; original nipple wrench is high polish blue finish, bullet mold is a Model 36P Colt's patent two cavity with 70% original blue, Eley Bros. cap tin, and two original five cartridge combustible envelopes; the only thing not mentioned in this letter, the flask, could just be an oversight as the flask is proper and original.Accessories : Wooden case and toolsBarrel Length: 4 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1862Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 4386
This fine revolver has full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, back of cylinder, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap and wedge. No number o...moren loading lever. Barrel has the New York address and retains approximately 85% of the brilliant Colt factory blue with the balance simply flaked. The five shot fluted and rebated cylinder has all original nipples and some partially full safety pins. The frame and hammer retain virtually all of the brilliant Colt case colors. Has the silver plated backstrap and trigger guard which retain the majority of the silver plate, although tarnished. Fire blued screws retain virtually all of their Nitre finish. The one piece varnished walnut grips are near mint. Fine action and near mint bore. This beautiful little revolver comes with a factory letter and is listed as coming in a wood presentation case with bullet mold, nipple wrench and cap tin. Also, according to the letter, this gun was a part of Colt's Archive Collection and was utilized as a display piece in the office of the president. Letter does not mention the eagle flask, which is in near mint condition and original; original nipple wrench is high polish blue finish, bullet mold is a Model 36P Colt's patent two cavity with 70% original blue, Eley Bros. cap tin, and two original five cartridge combustible envelopes; the only thing not mentioned in this letter, the flask, could just be an oversight as the flask is proper and original.Accessories : Wooden case and toolsBarrel Length: 4 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1862Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 4386

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(A) Fantastic U.S. Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver (1857).

Lot # 164 (Sale Order: 162 of 545)      

This revolver features the new York address, full octagon barrel, six shot, single action, blued and case colored finish, Ormsby Naval battle roll engraved cylinder scene, brass trigger guard and backstrap, and one piece walnut grips with cartouche on both sides. Backstrap, trigger guard and cylinder have inspector mark "M". Barrel has inspector mark "S", "V" left on trigger bow and "G" on left trigger guard. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and loading lever, and is written in pencil inside grip channel as well. All original nipples and pin intact. Has the small trigger guard. The Naval battle scene is 100% near new. Cylinder retains approximately 65% original blue, balance simply smooth patina from flaking. Barrel has some patina coming through finish with freckling and some light spots of flaking along left side of barrel; fully 85% or better. Screws have the majority of their Nitre blue. Frame, loading lever and hammer retain 95% of their original case colors, mostly bright. Grips are near new with brilliant cartouche stamp "JT" on left panel for John Taylor, who signed his oath as a sub-inspector of contract arms at Hartford, Connecticut on October 20th, 1862 but bounced around with inspection assignments in both Hartford and New York City. Left grip also has sub-inspector "M" which is never seen. Like new action. Right grip panel has an inspection stamp on oval "WAT" for William A. Thorton, who returned from New Mexico in 1857 and in 1858 he was restored to his position as commander of the New York Ordnance Department; this inspector stamp would indicate that while the guns frame was manufactured in 1857 this revolver was not inspected for government service until 1858 at the earliest. Near mint bore. It does not appear that this revolver was ever actually fired, upon examination of the nipples and cylinder face, and the lack of wear at the forcing cone, and has to be one of the finer known examples of a Martially marked 1851 Navy revolver. This is considered by many collectors that are familiar with this collection as one of the finest surviving examples of this type to ever surface. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 69879
This revolver features the new York address, full octagon barrel, six shot, single action, blued and case colored finish, Ormsby Naval battle roll engraved cylinder scene...more, brass trigger guard and backstrap, and one piece walnut grips with cartouche on both sides. Backstrap, trigger guard and cylinder have inspector mark "M". Barrel has inspector mark "S", "V" left on trigger bow and "G" on left trigger guard. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on frame, barrel, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and loading lever, and is written in pencil inside grip channel as well. All original nipples and pin intact. Has the small trigger guard. The Naval battle scene is 100% near new. Cylinder retains approximately 65% original blue, balance simply smooth patina from flaking. Barrel has some patina coming through finish with freckling and some light spots of flaking along left side of barrel; fully 85% or better. Screws have the majority of their Nitre blue. Frame, loading lever and hammer retain 95% of their original case colors, mostly bright. Grips are near new with brilliant cartouche stamp "JT" on left panel for John Taylor, who signed his oath as a sub-inspector of contract arms at Hartford, Connecticut on October 20th, 1862 but bounced around with inspection assignments in both Hartford and New York City. Left grip also has sub-inspector "M" which is never seen. Like new action. Right grip panel has an inspection stamp on oval "WAT" for William A. Thorton, who returned from New Mexico in 1857 and in 1858 he was restored to his position as commander of the New York Ordnance Department; this inspector stamp would indicate that while the guns frame was manufactured in 1857 this revolver was not inspected for government service until 1858 at the earliest. Near mint bore. It does not appear that this revolver was ever actually fired, upon examination of the nipples and cylinder face, and the lack of wear at the forcing cone, and has to be one of the finer known examples of a Martially marked 1851 Navy revolver. This is considered by many collectors that are familiar with this collection as one of the finest surviving examples of this type to ever surface. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 69879

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(A) Factory Engraved New Haven Arms Small Frame Volcanic Pistol

Lot # 165 (Sale Order: 163 of 545)      

Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1857 to 1862. Matching serial numbers on frame, both sideplates and both walnut grip panels. This example features full octagon barrel. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at front of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), tall fixed rear sight (page 73); pinched front sight (page 73); factory engraving (page 73). All legends are sharp. This beautiful pistol has seen very little use. The sights, rear firing pin, screws retain generous amounts of fire blue. Barrel retains approximately 30% of the bright factory blue. Bottom of lifter and lever retain approximately 30% factory blue. Ample amounts of case colors on hammer and trigger. 40% original plating on frame, especially forward portion. Grips are excellent to near mint with much original varnish. Strong, near mint bore. One of the better examples of a No. 1 pocket pistol extant.Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4"Caliber/Bore: .31 Caliber No. 1FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: New Haven ArmsModel: VolcanicPaperwork : No Serial Number: 668
Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1857 to 1862. Matching serial numbers on frame, bot...moreh sideplates and both walnut grip panels. This example features full octagon barrel. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at front of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), tall fixed rear sight (page 73); pinched front sight (page 73); factory engraving (page 73). All legends are sharp. This beautiful pistol has seen very little use. The sights, rear firing pin, screws retain generous amounts of fire blue. Barrel retains approximately 30% of the bright factory blue. Bottom of lifter and lever retain approximately 30% factory blue. Ample amounts of case colors on hammer and trigger. 40% original plating on frame, especially forward portion. Grips are excellent to near mint with much original varnish. Strong, near mint bore. One of the better examples of a No. 1 pocket pistol extant.Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4"Caliber/Bore: .31 Caliber No. 1FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: New Haven ArmsModel: VolcanicPaperwork : No Serial Number: 668

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(A) High Condition Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver (Henry Nettleton) (1878).

Lot # 166 (Sale Order: 164 of 545)      

The Kopek letter shows no National Archive record and further states this revolver is all original with the exception of an 1890's replacement hammer with no "HN" inspection stamp. This hammer was obviously replaced after authentication as the left side of the hammer does bear an "HN" stamp. You will find matching serial numbers on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. "HN" can be found stamped on barrel, frame, trigger guard, side of cylinder, left side of hammer, and backstrap. One piece walnut grips have an 1878 date on left side with inspector stamp "JEG" in script for John E. Greer and right grip panel is stamped "HN" for Henry Nettleton. Grips are in excellent condition, revarnished, with a chip on right panel, now shy to metal. This revolver has seen light, obvious use. Barrel retains approximately 70% original factory bright blue blending with brown patina. Ejector rod housing has blue in recess. Cylinder retains approximately 30% blue on flats with the majority of blue in flutes. Frame retains approximately 30% case colors, some quite bright. Traces of blue on trigger guard. Straps are grey patina. Screw heads are basically straight with generous amounts of fire blue present. Indexes and locks up tight as new. Bore is strong and bright. This is definitely one of the better condition Nettleton inspected early Colt revolvers with early patent date and U.S. stamp on left side.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: Single Action ArmyPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 48946
The Kopek letter shows no National Archive record and further states this revolver is all original with the exception of an 1890's replacement hammer with no "HN" inspect...moreion stamp. This hammer was obviously replaced after authentication as the left side of the hammer does bear an "HN" stamp. You will find matching serial numbers on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. "HN" can be found stamped on barrel, frame, trigger guard, side of cylinder, left side of hammer, and backstrap. One piece walnut grips have an 1878 date on left side with inspector stamp "JEG" in script for John E. Greer and right grip panel is stamped "HN" for Henry Nettleton. Grips are in excellent condition, revarnished, with a chip on right panel, now shy to metal. This revolver has seen light, obvious use. Barrel retains approximately 70% original factory bright blue blending with brown patina. Ejector rod housing has blue in recess. Cylinder retains approximately 30% blue on flats with the majority of blue in flutes. Frame retains approximately 30% case colors, some quite bright. Traces of blue on trigger guard. Straps are grey patina. Screw heads are basically straight with generous amounts of fire blue present. Indexes and locks up tight as new. Bore is strong and bright. This is definitely one of the better condition Nettleton inspected early Colt revolvers with early patent date and U.S. stamp on left side.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: Single Action ArmyPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 48946

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(A) Rare Brass Frame Savage & North 1st Model 2nd Variation Figure 8 Navy Percussion Revolver.

Lot # 167 (Sale Order: 165 of 545)      

First produced in 1856, only ten of the First Model were ever manufactured followed by 250 of the First Model Second Variation, for a total of 260 First Models. Features full octagon barrel stamped "E SAVAGE. MIDDLETOWN CONN. H.S. NORTH. PATENTED JUNE 17, 1856". The round frame is made entirely of brass with the distinctive rear knuckle. Cylinder is non-fluted with all original nipples and stamped "15" (serial number). The only other numbers on the gun are four zeros stamped underneath barrel and frame. Underside of barrel is also stamped "CAST STEEL". An assembly number is stamped inside left of frame "99 99 369", each number individually hand stamped, not set in die. We can find a "0" stamped inside the removable cylinder plate. This revolver is so rare, most do not even know it exists. The existence of this revolver can be traced back to an early Greg Martin Auction, which we will include the original write-up; and it also appears in photo six of issue 39-40 of the October 1953 issue of Texas Gun Collector magazine. Grips are walnut, all original and in excellent condition. The barrel, cylinder and trigger guard had a reapplied blue finish, most of which remains today. The hammer was re-case colored. Blue ring lever retains flashes of original blue finish. Brass has turned a pleasing dark hue. Rifling is strong and pronounced but does have some black powder residue. of the 250 First Model Second Variations, 100 were contracted to the U.S. Government; this revolver is not martially marked, making it one of the 150 produced for civilian sales. One of the more interesting items of this revolver, besides the cocking ring, are the beveled chambered mouths of the cylinder which move forward when cocked to seal over the tapered forcing cone on the end of barrel. This revolver is so unusual and so rare, existing example totals are unknown. Even many of the most knowledgeable gun collectors and dealers have never even seen a single example of this scarce pre-Civil War revolver. This gun will be accompanied by an original Texas Gun Collector magazine, auction ad and a 2016 appraisal by noted antique gun dealer Jim Autry who placed its value at $22,000 to $35,000.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Savage & NorthModel: 1st ModelPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 15
First produced in 1856, only ten of the First Model were ever manufactured followed by 250 of the First Model Second Variation, for a total of 260 First Models. Features...more full octagon barrel stamped "E SAVAGE. MIDDLETOWN CONN. H.S. NORTH. PATENTED JUNE 17, 1856". The round frame is made entirely of brass with the distinctive rear knuckle. Cylinder is non-fluted with all original nipples and stamped "15" (serial number). The only other numbers on the gun are four zeros stamped underneath barrel and frame. Underside of barrel is also stamped "CAST STEEL". An assembly number is stamped inside left of frame "99 99 369", each number individually hand stamped, not set in die. We can find a "0" stamped inside the removable cylinder plate. This revolver is so rare, most do not even know it exists. The existence of this revolver can be traced back to an early Greg Martin Auction, which we will include the original write-up; and it also appears in photo six of issue 39-40 of the October 1953 issue of Texas Gun Collector magazine. Grips are walnut, all original and in excellent condition. The barrel, cylinder and trigger guard had a reapplied blue finish, most of which remains today. The hammer was re-case colored. Blue ring lever retains flashes of original blue finish. Brass has turned a pleasing dark hue. Rifling is strong and pronounced but does have some black powder residue. of the 250 First Model Second Variations, 100 were contracted to the U.S. Government; this revolver is not martially marked, making it one of the 150 produced for civilian sales. One of the more interesting items of this revolver, besides the cocking ring, are the beveled chambered mouths of the cylinder which move forward when cocked to seal over the tapered forcing cone on the end of barrel. This revolver is so unusual and so rare, existing example totals are unknown. Even many of the most knowledgeable gun collectors and dealers have never even seen a single example of this scarce pre-Civil War revolver. This gun will be accompanied by an original Texas Gun Collector magazine, auction ad and a 2016 appraisal by noted antique gun dealer Jim Autry who placed its value at $22,000 to $35,000.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Savage & NorthModel: 1st ModelPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 15

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(A) High Condition Colt Model 1851 Navy 4th Model Percussion Revolver with Steel Trigger Guard & Bac

Lot # 168 (Sale Order: 166 of 545)      

Manufactured in 1861. This Fourth Model features the Hartford address with rare iron backstrap and trigger guard, thin loading lever catch, centered shield with no groove. This may be one of the finest condition of this model extant. Cylinder scene is nearly 100% with just some toning to finish, retaining at least 85% original blue. Nipples appear unfired with all safety pins present. Large trigger guard retains 85% of the original blue finish, backstrap has thinned to grey with flashes of blue. Frame retains nearly all of the original case colors, some brilliant. Good colors on hammer. Lever has patterned out. Razor sharp lines. Muzzle is in the white. All screw heads are near perfect, retaining a majority of the fire blue finish. One piece varnished walnut stocks are near mint. Action and lock-up are like new. Mirror bore. Full or partial matching serial number on frame, barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and loading lever. Barrel retains virtually all of the original factory blue finish with just some minor high edge wear. These are often referred to as "Black Navies" given their dark overall appearance and with the exception of the wear on the backstrap, this one is as close to new as possible. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 100719
Manufactured in 1861. This Fourth Model features the Hartford address with rare iron backstrap and trigger guard, thin loading lever catch, centered shield with no groov...moree. This may be one of the finest condition of this model extant. Cylinder scene is nearly 100% with just some toning to finish, retaining at least 85% original blue. Nipples appear unfired with all safety pins present. Large trigger guard retains 85% of the original blue finish, backstrap has thinned to grey with flashes of blue. Frame retains nearly all of the original case colors, some brilliant. Good colors on hammer. Lever has patterned out. Razor sharp lines. Muzzle is in the white. All screw heads are near perfect, retaining a majority of the fire blue finish. One piece varnished walnut stocks are near mint. Action and lock-up are like new. Mirror bore. Full or partial matching serial number on frame, barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and loading lever. Barrel retains virtually all of the original factory blue finish with just some minor high edge wear. These are often referred to as "Black Navies" given their dark overall appearance and with the exception of the wear on the backstrap, this one is as close to new as possible. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 100719

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(A) Engraved Volcanic Navy Pistol.

Lot # 169 (Sale Order: 167 of 545)      

Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1854 to 1857. Matching serial numbers on frame, both sideplates, lever, link and bolt carrier. This example features full octagon barrel, factory engraved frame and two piece ivory grips. Missing small chip at right rear bottom grip. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at front of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), standard rear sight (page 57); engraving type can be seen on page 56, pinched small front sight (pages 59 and 74); left side screw on front sight band (page 64). All legends are sharp. Barrel is a smooth, homogenous, blue-grey patina with some light abrasion on left side of swivel area. Fine engraving. Strong rifling. Very handsome, factory engraved Volcanic Navy pistol.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: No. 2 S&W .41 CaliberFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: VolcanicModel: NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 1536
Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1854 to 1857. Matching serial numbers on frame, bot...moreh sideplates, lever, link and bolt carrier. This example features full octagon barrel, factory engraved frame and two piece ivory grips. Missing small chip at right rear bottom grip. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at front of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), standard rear sight (page 57); engraving type can be seen on page 56, pinched small front sight (pages 59 and 74); left side screw on front sight band (page 64). All legends are sharp. Barrel is a smooth, homogenous, blue-grey patina with some light abrasion on left side of swivel area. Fine engraving. Strong rifling. Very handsome, factory engraved Volcanic Navy pistol.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: No. 2 S&W .41 CaliberFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: VolcanicModel: NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 1536

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(A) Factory Engraved Nickel Colt Single Action Army Revolver (1884).

Lot # 170 (Sale Order: 168 of 545)      

According to the factory letter this gun was shipped as a .45 caliber with a 4-3/4" barrel, factory nickel finish, rubber stocks, factory engraved, shipped on March 11th, 1884 to Schoverling Daly & Gales in New York City in a shipment of six guns. This gun remains in that configuration today, albeit it has been masterfully restored to as new condition. The engraving looks to be typical Helfricht and is nearly full coverage. Gun retains virtually all of the nickel finish. All factory stamps are sharp as new. Screws and trigger have all the fire factory blue finish. Front sight is full height. Hammer is nickel. Even the screw in frame takedown screw is mint with all the fire blue. Sports a pair of near mint First Generation Colt gutta percha eagle grips that fit like a glove. Action has been tuned to new with all four clicks. Bore is near mint. This beautiful revolver represents a golden opportunity to own an almost new factory engraved antique short barreled Army .45 at a fraction of the price of an all original one, or even a worn out original. It has never been fired since the restoration.Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: SAAPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 107009
According to the factory letter this gun was shipped as a .45 caliber with a 4-3/4" barrel, factory nickel finish, rubber stocks, factory engraved, shipped on March 11th,...more 1884 to Schoverling Daly & Gales in New York City in a shipment of six guns. This gun remains in that configuration today, albeit it has been masterfully restored to as new condition. The engraving looks to be typical Helfricht and is nearly full coverage. Gun retains virtually all of the nickel finish. All factory stamps are sharp as new. Screws and trigger have all the fire factory blue finish. Front sight is full height. Hammer is nickel. Even the screw in frame takedown screw is mint with all the fire blue. Sports a pair of near mint First Generation Colt gutta percha eagle grips that fit like a glove. Action has been tuned to new with all four clicks. Bore is near mint. This beautiful revolver represents a golden opportunity to own an almost new factory engraved antique short barreled Army .45 at a fraction of the price of an all original one, or even a worn out original. It has never been fired since the restoration.Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: SAAPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 107009

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(A) Volcanic Navy Pistol.

Lot # 171 (Sale Order: 169 of 545)      

Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1854 to 1857. Matching serial numbers on frame, both sideplates, lever, link, bolt carrier and both walnut grip panels. This example features full octagon barrel. Grips have chips at the toes, are refinished and slightly undersized. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at both ends of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), tall fixed rear sight (page 56); bead front sight (page 64); left side screw on front sight band (page 64); "Y" stamped on left side of lever and right side of frame (page 56). All legends are sharp. Barrel is a brown-grey freckled patina. Brass frame is extremely dark having never been cleaned. Strong bore. Very handsome Volcanic Navy pistol.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: No. 2 S&W .41 CaliberFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: VolcanicModel: NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 2161
Top of barrel is stamped "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEBRUARY 14TH 1854" Manufactured 1854 to 1857. Matching serial numbers on frame, bot...moreh sideplates, lever, link, bolt carrier and both walnut grip panels. This example features full octagon barrel. Grips have chips at the toes, are refinished and slightly undersized. This Navy pistol has the semi-circular cut-out at both ends of ejector port (page 58 "Volcanic Firearms" by Louis and Rutter), tall fixed rear sight (page 56); bead front sight (page 64); left side screw on front sight band (page 64); "Y" stamped on left side of lever and right side of frame (page 56). All legends are sharp. Barrel is a brown-grey freckled patina. Brass frame is extremely dark having never been cleaned. Strong bore. Very handsome Volcanic Navy pistol.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: No. 2 S&W .41 CaliberFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: VolcanicModel: NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 2161

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(A) Early Ainsworth U.S. Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver (1874).

Lot # 172 (Sale Order: 170 of 545)      

A Kopek letter accompanies this revolver in which he states this early gun used a percussion style mainspring and that the front guard screw and base pin are later replacements. The matching four digit serial number can be found within the backstrap grip channel and comes with a period piece of paper dating to 1912 where this revolver was bequeathed. He could find no record of 2847 but this is a very early example. "2847" can be found stamped on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. The Ainsworth "A" stamp can be found on cylinder, barrel, trigger guard and backstrap. The one piece walnut grips have a barely visible but not readable cartouche on left side. Has an early two line patent address and first type barrel address. Left side of frame stamped "US". Nearly full front sight. All metal is currently a soft, homogenous grey patina. Legends are sharp. Frame screws are fairly straight. Grips have numerous small dings and chipped at toe. Indexes with all four clicks. Strong, clean rifled bore. Very difficult to find early 1874 production Cavalry revolver.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: Single Action ArmyPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 2847
A Kopek letter accompanies this revolver in which he states this early gun used a percussion style mainspring and that the front guard screw and base pin are later replac...moreements. The matching four digit serial number can be found within the backstrap grip channel and comes with a period piece of paper dating to 1912 where this revolver was bequeathed. He could find no record of 2847 but this is a very early example. "2847" can be found stamped on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. The Ainsworth "A" stamp can be found on cylinder, barrel, trigger guard and backstrap. The one piece walnut grips have a barely visible but not readable cartouche on left side. Has an early two line patent address and first type barrel address. Left side of frame stamped "US". Nearly full front sight. All metal is currently a soft, homogenous grey patina. Legends are sharp. Frame screws are fairly straight. Grips have numerous small dings and chipped at toe. Indexes with all four clicks. Strong, clean rifled bore. Very difficult to find early 1874 production Cavalry revolver.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: Single Action ArmyPaperwork : YesSerial Number: 2847

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(A) Colt Model 1878 "Omnipotent" Double Action Revolver.

Lot # 173 (Sale Order: 171 of 545)      

Serial No. 344 was shipped on August 17th, 1878 in a shipment of five guns to B. Kittredge Arms Co. in nickel finish with 7-1/2" barrel, .45 Colt and was furnished with Omnipotent roll mark (etched on barrel) with stocks not listed. This was only the second shipment of Omnipotents to Kittredge and the first with nickel guns as stated in "Colt’s Double Action Revolver Model of 1878" by Don Wilkerson, page 235. The so-called early-fat grip checkered walnut grips were standard at time. The gun exists today, just as listed in letter with nickel finish, fire blue trigger, back of hammer and screws; and finished with a lanyard ring. Barrel address is sharp. ".45 CAL" is stamped on left front trigger bow. Matching serial number on bottom of barrel and back of cylinder. The "OMNIPOTENT" legend is slightly worn but completely visible with all letters intact. Barrel retains approximately 90% original nickel, factory finish with light muzzle wear. 90% finish on frame turning grey forward of cylinder on both sides, with handling marks on both sides. Cylinder retains approximately 75% original nickel with wear on ends and bubbling/flaking on balance. Grips are excellent with usual minor dings. Indexes correctly. Fine, clean bore with minor abrasion. Generous amounts of fire blue. The term "Omnipotent" was coined by the Kittredge firm as a sales tool. It is arguably one of the scarcest and most in-demand Model 1878's ever made. These are seldom seen and eagerly sought and sports the so-called fat grip found only on First Models.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1878Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 344
Serial No. 344 was shipped on August 17th, 1878 in a shipment of five guns to B. Kittredge Arms Co. in nickel finish with 7-1/2" barrel, .45 Colt and was furnished with O...moremnipotent roll mark (etched on barrel) with stocks not listed. This was only the second shipment of Omnipotents to Kittredge and the first with nickel guns as stated in "Colt’s Double Action Revolver Model of 1878" by Don Wilkerson, page 235. The so-called early-fat grip checkered walnut grips were standard at time. The gun exists today, just as listed in letter with nickel finish, fire blue trigger, back of hammer and screws; and finished with a lanyard ring. Barrel address is sharp. ".45 CAL" is stamped on left front trigger bow. Matching serial number on bottom of barrel and back of cylinder. The "OMNIPOTENT" legend is slightly worn but completely visible with all letters intact. Barrel retains approximately 90% original nickel, factory finish with light muzzle wear. 90% finish on frame turning grey forward of cylinder on both sides, with handling marks on both sides. Cylinder retains approximately 75% original nickel with wear on ends and bubbling/flaking on balance. Grips are excellent with usual minor dings. Indexes correctly. Fine, clean bore with minor abrasion. Generous amounts of fire blue. The term "Omnipotent" was coined by the Kittredge firm as a sales tool. It is arguably one of the scarcest and most in-demand Model 1878's ever made. These are seldom seen and eagerly sought and sports the so-called fat grip found only on First Models.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .45 ColtFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1878Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 344

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(A) Rare Experimental Colt 6-1/2" Round Barrel Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver.

Lot # 174 (Sale Order: 172 of 545)      

In the book "'51 Colt Navies" by Nathan Swayze, page 55, he calls the two known round barrel 1851s the "rarest of the rare" and give serial numbers 174071 and 186021 as the two known. In addition between serial number 165000 and 171000 we have the thick loading lever catch, as found on this revolver. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and wedge. The round barrel has only a partial address readable "RICA" in line (America). Sub-inspector "M" on left front trigger bow. "2" stamped on bottom of grip strap. Revolver has the Colt blue and Colt rifling. It is interesting to note that while the serial number font on barrel and wedge is of the exact same style as the other serial numbers, these two parts numbers are approximately 1/3 smaller in size. The wedge and barrel numbers are identical to each other. Percussion shield has the cap cut-out. Naval scene is perfect and the cylinder retains 98% of the original Colt high polish blue finish. Case colors on frame and loading lever remain at 90%, some brilliant. Barrel retains approximately 95% Colt blue with some age freckling, thinning at muzzle. Loading lever screw and forward barrel screw heads have a purplish finish while the wedge screw and frame screw have the more Nitre blue finish. Features large brass trigger guard, brass backstrap, one piece varnished walnut original grips that are near mint and fit flush. Muzzle is in the white. Trigger has most of its Nitre blue finish. Indexes and locks up like new with original nipples and near perfect safety pins, showing no signs of having been fired. Near mint bore. This revolver has been examined by several members of our division and is deemed to be 100% correct as manufactured by Colt. A rare example of an 1851 Navy prototype that few have ever seen. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 167907 CORRECTION: This is a very well known and famous 1851 Navy. Pictured in full color in Sutherland and Wilson "The Book of Colt Firearms", page 120. It was formerly in the renowned Robert E. Petersen Collection.
In the book "'51 Colt Navies" by Nathan Swayze, page 55, he calls the two known round barrel 1851s the "rarest of the rare" and give serial numbers 174071 and 186021 as t...morehe two known. In addition between serial number 165000 and 171000 we have the thick loading lever catch, as found on this revolver. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and wedge. The round barrel has only a partial address readable "RICA" in line (America). Sub-inspector "M" on left front trigger bow. "2" stamped on bottom of grip strap. Revolver has the Colt blue and Colt rifling. It is interesting to note that while the serial number font on barrel and wedge is of the exact same style as the other serial numbers, these two parts numbers are approximately 1/3 smaller in size. The wedge and barrel numbers are identical to each other. Percussion shield has the cap cut-out. Naval scene is perfect and the cylinder retains 98% of the original Colt high polish blue finish. Case colors on frame and loading lever remain at 90%, some brilliant. Barrel retains approximately 95% Colt blue with some age freckling, thinning at muzzle. Loading lever screw and forward barrel screw heads have a purplish finish while the wedge screw and frame screw have the more Nitre blue finish. Features large brass trigger guard, brass backstrap, one piece varnished walnut original grips that are near mint and fit flush. Muzzle is in the white. Trigger has most of its Nitre blue finish. Indexes and locks up like new with original nipples and near perfect safety pins, showing no signs of having been fired. Near mint bore. This revolver has been examined by several members of our division and is deemed to be 100% correct as manufactured by Colt. A rare example of an 1851 Navy prototype that few have ever seen. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 167907 CORRECTION: This is a very well known and famous 1851 Navy. Pictured in full color in Sutherland and Wilson "The Book of Colt Firearms", page 120. It was formerly in the renowned Robert E. Petersen Collection.

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(A) Fantastic Colt U.S. Martial Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver (1863).

Lot # 175 (Sale Order: 173 of 545)      

Offered is a Martially marked 1860 Army that features full round barrel, rebated cylinder with Naval scene, case colored frame cut for shoulder stock, brass trigger guard, steel backstrap and one piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche on left and right panels. You will find full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and cylinder. You will find the military inspector stamps as follows: "D" on left and right sides of barrel, two "D"s on cylinder, "H" on bottom of right grip panel, "H" on trigger guard, "H" on steel backstrap. Left grip panel bears the inspector stamp "JSD" for John S. Duston who worked as a contract inspector through 1864. Right side is inspector stamped "JT" for John Taylor. Both cartouches are sharp. The barrel has the New York address and retains at least 90% of the original factory blue with razor sharp legends. Loading lever retains 95% of its original case colors. Wedge still has generous amounts of bright factory blue. Cylinder retains approximately 90% original factory blue with a 100% sharp Naval battle scene, all original nipples and six safety pins visible (five are flattened). Left side of frame retains virtually all of its original case colors, most still brilliant; right side retains approximately 60% case colors, balance homogenous patina. Steel backstrap retains approximately 85% of the original bright factory blue. Walnut grips are excellent. Screws retain most of their original fire blue and remain generally true. Hammer retains approximately 80% of the original case colors. Brass trigger guard has softened to an untouched mustard color. Even the head of the wedge that is always beat has original blue finish. Indexes and locks up as if it were made yesterday and has razor sharp rifling. It is hard for one to imagine how a mid-Civil War Martial arm that was used, could survive in such amazing condition. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1860 ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 127585
Offered is a Martially marked 1860 Army that features full round barrel, rebated cylinder with Naval scene, case colored frame cut for shoulder stock, brass trigger guard...more, steel backstrap and one piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche on left and right panels. You will find full or partial matching numbers on the following: frame, barrel, cylinder post, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge and cylinder. You will find the military inspector stamps as follows: "D" on left and right sides of barrel, two "D"s on cylinder, "H" on bottom of right grip panel, "H" on trigger guard, "H" on steel backstrap. Left grip panel bears the inspector stamp "JSD" for John S. Duston who worked as a contract inspector through 1864. Right side is inspector stamped "JT" for John Taylor. Both cartouches are sharp. The barrel has the New York address and retains at least 90% of the original factory blue with razor sharp legends. Loading lever retains 95% of its original case colors. Wedge still has generous amounts of bright factory blue. Cylinder retains approximately 90% original factory blue with a 100% sharp Naval battle scene, all original nipples and six safety pins visible (five are flattened). Left side of frame retains virtually all of its original case colors, most still brilliant; right side retains approximately 60% case colors, balance homogenous patina. Steel backstrap retains approximately 85% of the original bright factory blue. Walnut grips are excellent. Screws retain most of their original fire blue and remain generally true. Hammer retains approximately 80% of the original case colors. Brass trigger guard has softened to an untouched mustard color. Even the head of the wedge that is always beat has original blue finish. Indexes and locks up as if it were made yesterday and has razor sharp rifling. It is hard for one to imagine how a mid-Civil War Martial arm that was used, could survive in such amazing condition. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 8"Caliber/Bore: .44 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1860 ArmyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 127585

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(A) Stunning Colt Model 1851 4th Model Navy Percussion Revolver (1860 with rare screw over wedge..

Lot # 176 (Sale Order: 174 of 545)      

Manufactured 1860. Rare Colt Civilian 1851 Navy with rare screw over wedge. Features six shot, single action, blued and case colored finish, and one piece varnished walnut grips. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on frame, barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, loading lever and wedge. Gun retains fully 90-95% of its Colt high polish blue finish, brilliant case colors; almost 95% blue on the cylinder, which is almost unheard of, with a complete visible and sharp roll engraved Naval battle scene. Has all original nipples and complete pins. Hartford address on barrel. Near mint grips with some oil staining. 85-90% of the original silver plating in trigger guard and backstrap. Razor sharp edges and legends. Indexes and locks up like it was made yesterday. Mint bore. This revolver is in such high condition that one would readily think it is a reproduction at first glance as originals do not surface often in such nearly pristine condition inside and out. This absolutely stunning example can not be improved upon. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 96216
Manufactured 1860. Rare Colt Civilian 1851 Navy with rare screw over wedge. Features six shot, single action, blued and case colored finish, and one piece varnished walnu...moret grips. Full or partial matching serial numbers can be found on frame, barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, loading lever and wedge. Gun retains fully 90-95% of its Colt high polish blue finish, brilliant case colors; almost 95% blue on the cylinder, which is almost unheard of, with a complete visible and sharp roll engraved Naval battle scene. Has all original nipples and complete pins. Hartford address on barrel. Near mint grips with some oil staining. 85-90% of the original silver plating in trigger guard and backstrap. Razor sharp edges and legends. Indexes and locks up like it was made yesterday. Mint bore. This revolver is in such high condition that one would readily think it is a reproduction at first glance as originals do not surface often in such nearly pristine condition inside and out. This absolutely stunning example can not be improved upon. From the Jim Linton Collection.Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .36 PercussionFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: ColtModel: 1851 NavyPaperwork : No Serial Number: 96216

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(A) U.S. Model 1805 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Pistol, New To Market, Just Discovered, With Provenance.

Lot # 177 (Sale Order: 175 of 545)      

This model is considered among the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing of American martial pistols. The prestigious American Society of Arms Collectors chose this gun in profile as their logo. These guns were made in pairs between 1806 and 1808 with a total production of about 4,000 guns with each gun of a pair having same serial number. This gun is in the normal configuration of other guns in this pattern with 10" round barrel, breech marked with raised eagle over “P” in a sunken oval behind a raised “US” in a sunken oval behind stamped serial number "601". Lock is marked “HARPERS/FERRY/1807” in vertical arcs behind cock. Under the pan is a spread-winged eagle facing toward the cock over “US”. This gun appears all original and authentic with excellent markings as can be seen in photos. The original flintlock mechanism is complete and unaltered. The partially figured stock is marked opposite the lock with script inspector initials “V” over “CW” for Charles Williams. This gun, as noted, is from Maine estate is not listed in “Harpers Ferry Arsenal and Joseph Perkin: The Classic Arms of the Early Years”, 2012, by Hudak. This gun appears “as found” with exceptionally fine markings. This would be a great addition to any collection. Very good condition overall, gray metal with scattered dark areas, freckling and heavy patina. A few scattered marks from use. Brass mounts have unpolished mustard patina. Markings on lock and barrel are well struck and all discernible as noted and can be seen in photos. Gun appears original and complete in every regard including the period wooden ramrod, though it does not have attached metal worm. The small brass band around forestock tip is missing, and appears to have been gone since the period of use. Stock is sound and solid with good discernible inspector marks opposite lock, mechanically sound, but does not hold cocked, smooth bore with some corrosion. The handwritten letter included with this gun is signed by Ronald Peaker and states that the pistol was the property of his great grandfather Major Giles Henry Fonda Van Horne from New York (1816-1906). Barrel Length: 10"Caliber/Bore: .54 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Harpers FerryModel: 1805Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 601
This model is considered among the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing of American martial pistols. The prestigious American Society of Arms Collectors chose this g...moreun in profile as their logo. These guns were made in pairs between 1806 and 1808 with a total production of about 4,000 guns with each gun of a pair having same serial number. This gun is in the normal configuration of other guns in this pattern with 10" round barrel, breech marked with raised eagle over “P” in a sunken oval behind a raised “US” in a sunken oval behind stamped serial number "601". Lock is marked “HARPERS/FERRY/1807” in vertical arcs behind cock. Under the pan is a spread-winged eagle facing toward the cock over “US”. This gun appears all original and authentic with excellent markings as can be seen in photos. The original flintlock mechanism is complete and unaltered. The partially figured stock is marked opposite the lock with script inspector initials “V” over “CW” for Charles Williams. This gun, as noted, is from Maine estate is not listed in “Harpers Ferry Arsenal and Joseph Perkin: The Classic Arms of the Early Years”, 2012, by Hudak. This gun appears “as found” with exceptionally fine markings. This would be a great addition to any collection. Very good condition overall, gray metal with scattered dark areas, freckling and heavy patina. A few scattered marks from use. Brass mounts have unpolished mustard patina. Markings on lock and barrel are well struck and all discernible as noted and can be seen in photos. Gun appears original and complete in every regard including the period wooden ramrod, though it does not have attached metal worm. The small brass band around forestock tip is missing, and appears to have been gone since the period of use. Stock is sound and solid with good discernible inspector marks opposite lock, mechanically sound, but does not hold cocked, smooth bore with some corrosion. The handwritten letter included with this gun is signed by Ronald Peaker and states that the pistol was the property of his great grandfather Major Giles Henry Fonda Van Horne from New York (1816-1906). Barrel Length: 10"Caliber/Bore: .54 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Harpers FerryModel: 1805Paperwork : YesSerial Number: 601

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