Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

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Firearms, Militaria, & Sporting - Day 1

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(A) An Extremely Rare and Magnificent Dutch Ivory Stock Flintlock Pistol, Maastricht Circa 1675 With

Lot # 330 (Sale Order: 326 of 399)      

According to the late Henk Visser, the greatest of all collectors of Dutch firearms, particularly ivory stocked wheel-lock and flintlock pistols, there are approximately only 100 full ivory stocked Dutch pistols in existence. Henk left his entire collection to the Dutch nation and they are presently on display at the Rijksmuseum. Henk’s friend and mentor, Dr. Arne Hoff, classified Dutch ivory stocked pistols into five categories, the second of which is “Heads with a turban”. Genuine Maastricht ivory stocked flintlock pistols are perhaps the rarest, most spectacular, and desirable of all flintlock pistols. Genuine examples are of the greatest rarity. This pistol is the only one to be sold at public auction in America since the pair, bought by Henk Visser in 1981 from the collection of James Ellwood Jones Jr. (Richard A. Bourne Co. September 23rd, 1981: lot 103, $125,000). The long slender barrel is octagonal at the breech with molded cannon muzzle and remnants of engraving at breech. The convex lock, stepped at the pointed toe, is of characteristic late 17th century Dutch form with a delicate floral engraved reserve held in the mouth of a serpent. The swan neck cock is engraved with a sinuous serpent en suite with the lock. The cock is held by a screw ending in a finely chiseled head. The pan with beaded rim and frizzen molded and stepped. Steel trigger guard chiseled with a reserve on bow and ending in a chiseled leaf. Single steel ramrod pipe well turned. The splendid ivory full stock with pommel featuring a magnificent turban headed Turk superbly carved in the round with long nose, fierce mustache, the lifelike eyes inset with ebony pupils. The hair emerging from the exquisitely rendered turban is as perfectly depicted as the finest Japanese netsuke. There is the characteristic high relief carving of foliage framing the barrel tang and on the fore-end a high relief mythical sea monster with inlaid ebony eyes swallowing the steel tipped ivory ramrod. The barrel with worn engraving at breech and overall smooth gray steel with minor corrosion at extreme end of muzzle. The lock is smooth gray steel with no serious corrosion and crisp engraving. The cock engraving is sharp and the chiseled screw head excellent. The action functions well. The trigger guard is bright and shows minor pitting on bow. The ivory stock displays the expected age cracks throughout as do nearly all genuine Dutch ivory stocked flintlock pistols. The right side of the fore end appears to have been cleaned but is likely all original with imperfections as noted. The carving is in excellent condition and is equal in quality to the finest examples in the Rijksmuseum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art. the Irene Aiken collection, and the Herbert G. Ratner Jr. collection. The carving of the turbaned Turk is superb with fantastic 17th century patination. Two leaves of the Turk’s feathers are antique losses and are now well worn over centuries. The ivory ramrod may be a period replacement. This ivory stocked pistol is a magnificent work of art and apart from examples in the Herbert G. Ratner Jr. Collection and a pair of wheel-lock pistols in the Aiken Collection, Dutch ivory stocked pistols are unknown in American collections as Henk Visser bought every one in Theodore Dexter’s Scrapbook and returned them to Holland. Given the current regulations governing import of ivory, this is likely the only opportunity for American collectors to acquire an authentic 17th century Dutch ivory stock flintlock pistol. Provenance: The Estate of Warren Tom Lewis and now offered by the heirs. Barrel Length: 11 - 9/16" Caliber/Bore: .50 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Dutch Model: Flintlock Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSN
According to the late Henk Visser, the greatest of all collectors of Dutch firearms, particularly ivory stocked wheel-lock and flintlock pistols, there are approximately ...moreonly 100 full ivory stocked Dutch pistols in existence. Henk left his entire collection to the Dutch nation and they are presently on display at the Rijksmuseum. Henk’s friend and mentor, Dr. Arne Hoff, classified Dutch ivory stocked pistols into five categories, the second of which is “Heads with a turban”. Genuine Maastricht ivory stocked flintlock pistols are perhaps the rarest, most spectacular, and desirable of all flintlock pistols. Genuine examples are of the greatest rarity. This pistol is the only one to be sold at public auction in America since the pair, bought by Henk Visser in 1981 from the collection of James Ellwood Jones Jr. (Richard A. Bourne Co. September 23rd, 1981: lot 103, $125,000). The long slender barrel is octagonal at the breech with molded cannon muzzle and remnants of engraving at breech. The convex lock, stepped at the pointed toe, is of characteristic late 17th century Dutch form with a delicate floral engraved reserve held in the mouth of a serpent. The swan neck cock is engraved with a sinuous serpent en suite with the lock. The cock is held by a screw ending in a finely chiseled head. The pan with beaded rim and frizzen molded and stepped. Steel trigger guard chiseled with a reserve on bow and ending in a chiseled leaf. Single steel ramrod pipe well turned. The splendid ivory full stock with pommel featuring a magnificent turban headed Turk superbly carved in the round with long nose, fierce mustache, the lifelike eyes inset with ebony pupils. The hair emerging from the exquisitely rendered turban is as perfectly depicted as the finest Japanese netsuke. There is the characteristic high relief carving of foliage framing the barrel tang and on the fore-end a high relief mythical sea monster with inlaid ebony eyes swallowing the steel tipped ivory ramrod. The barrel with worn engraving at breech and overall smooth gray steel with minor corrosion at extreme end of muzzle. The lock is smooth gray steel with no serious corrosion and crisp engraving. The cock engraving is sharp and the chiseled screw head excellent. The action functions well. The trigger guard is bright and shows minor pitting on bow. The ivory stock displays the expected age cracks throughout as do nearly all genuine Dutch ivory stocked flintlock pistols. The right side of the fore end appears to have been cleaned but is likely all original with imperfections as noted. The carving is in excellent condition and is equal in quality to the finest examples in the Rijksmuseum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art. the Irene Aiken collection, and the Herbert G. Ratner Jr. collection. The carving of the turbaned Turk is superb with fantastic 17th century patination. Two leaves of the Turk’s feathers are antique losses and are now well worn over centuries. The ivory ramrod may be a period replacement. This ivory stocked pistol is a magnificent work of art and apart from examples in the Herbert G. Ratner Jr. Collection and a pair of wheel-lock pistols in the Aiken Collection, Dutch ivory stocked pistols are unknown in American collections as Henk Visser bought every one in Theodore Dexter’s Scrapbook and returned them to Holland. Given the current regulations governing import of ivory, this is likely the only opportunity for American collectors to acquire an authentic 17th century Dutch ivory stock flintlock pistol. Provenance: The Estate of Warren Tom Lewis and now offered by the heirs. Barrel Length: 11 - 9/16" Caliber/Bore: .50 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Dutch Model: Flintlock Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSN

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(A) Important Pair of High Quality American Made Silver Mounted Flintlock Saw-Handled Dueling Pistol

Lot # 331 (Sale Order: 327 of 399)      

John Schirer was a gunmaker in Charleston, SC, with estimated working dates of between 1806 and his death in 1828. From these pistols and other examples of his surviving work, it is obvious that he was very skilled and most likely trained in London or Ireland. It appears that he was also a talented silversmith and accomplished engraver, as the work on these pistols is of consummate quality. It appears that these pistols were entirely hand made in America by Mr. Schirer, as there are no proof marks or numbers on barrels or locks, and no hallmarks on silver parts as would be expected on imported components. Stocks are of American walnut cut from the juncture of stem and root for good grain flow. These pistols have 11 - 3/8" .61 caliber barrels transitioning from 2" of octagon at breech ends to round tapering toward muzzles. They are fitted with typical half stock under ribs holding oak or hickory ramrods with brass tips and tails. Innovative and very rare full length top ribs have fluted sides. Top rear portions of ribs are impressed with platinum poincon marked "CHARLESTON". Small bead front sights are dovetailed through. There are two platinum bands at breech ends, and although it appears that barrels have British type patent breeches, they have hollowed breech plugs with angled side ignition. Touch holes are platinum lined in British style. Nicely engraved breech irons have dovetailed through U-notch rear sights. Locks with full waterproof pans and roller bridled frizzens have rebated tails and reinforced cocks. They are also fitted with back sliding safeties that engage at half cock. Locks are engraved with traditional feather bursts at tails and in front of cocks. "SCHIRER" is in platinum poincon under each pan. Triggers are set and have capstan type adjustment screws. American walnut saw-handled half stocks have green horn tips and fully checkered flared grips. All furniture is of silver including thimbles, and trigger guards with original finger spurs. Trigger guard finials are of traditional pineapple shape, but are engraved with palmetto fronds as fitting for South Carolina made pistols. "SCHIRER" is stamped at grips in area where British hallmarks would normally be found, indicating that Mr. Schirer wanted the world to know that the silverwork was his. Trigger guard bows also have armorial and floral engraving within geometric borders. Bottoms of grips are inlet with large silver ovals engraved with the coat of arms of someone who was most likely very important and is worthy of further study. Arms depict a heart and Templar cross quartered by seven stars on a shield over crossed branches, shield is surmounted by Knights helm capped by a bird all surrounded by scroll. Barrels attach to stocks with captive side bolts through truncated rectangular silver escutcheons. Pistols are housed in an old mahogany case with D-ring handle, and lined in green cloth. Case contains an old handmade turnscrew and some scraps of cloth. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Barrels are smooth, even gray to brown patina with some scattered pitting at right side of breech ends around touch holes. Locks are mostly gray to brown patina. Stocks retain most of their original varnish or French polish finish with numerous minor marks, dings, and rubs. Checkering somewhat worn. Stocks have no noted repairs. Silver is very fine, not rubbed, lightly tarnished, all engraving clear. Bores are mostly shiny with scattered pitting toward muzzles. Locks and frizzens are excellent. Safeties work. Set triggers work. One cock appears to be in exceptionally fine, almost indistinguishable old hand made replacement. This cock also has newer replaced top jaw and screw. Case is expertly cut down from a longer English gun case, and retains most of its original varnish and has a great look. Pistols fit quite well and distressed interior cloth is of the right color. American Flintlock duelers are quite rare; Southern silver mounted examples exceedingly so. It appears John Schirer died at a relatively young age. Judging by the quality of his work, had he lived for another 20 years, he would have been remembered as one of America's best gun makers. An investment opportunity. MGM47 Accessories : Wooden Case & Accessories Barrel Length: 11 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: .615 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Schirer Model: Flintlock pistols Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSN
John Schirer was a gunmaker in Charleston, SC, with estimated working dates of between 1806 and his death in 1828. From these pistols and other examples of his surviving ...morework, it is obvious that he was very skilled and most likely trained in London or Ireland. It appears that he was also a talented silversmith and accomplished engraver, as the work on these pistols is of consummate quality. It appears that these pistols were entirely hand made in America by Mr. Schirer, as there are no proof marks or numbers on barrels or locks, and no hallmarks on silver parts as would be expected on imported components. Stocks are of American walnut cut from the juncture of stem and root for good grain flow. These pistols have 11 - 3/8" .61 caliber barrels transitioning from 2" of octagon at breech ends to round tapering toward muzzles. They are fitted with typical half stock under ribs holding oak or hickory ramrods with brass tips and tails. Innovative and very rare full length top ribs have fluted sides. Top rear portions of ribs are impressed with platinum poincon marked "CHARLESTON". Small bead front sights are dovetailed through. There are two platinum bands at breech ends, and although it appears that barrels have British type patent breeches, they have hollowed breech plugs with angled side ignition. Touch holes are platinum lined in British style. Nicely engraved breech irons have dovetailed through U-notch rear sights. Locks with full waterproof pans and roller bridled frizzens have rebated tails and reinforced cocks. They are also fitted with back sliding safeties that engage at half cock. Locks are engraved with traditional feather bursts at tails and in front of cocks. "SCHIRER" is in platinum poincon under each pan. Triggers are set and have capstan type adjustment screws. American walnut saw-handled half stocks have green horn tips and fully checkered flared grips. All furniture is of silver including thimbles, and trigger guards with original finger spurs. Trigger guard finials are of traditional pineapple shape, but are engraved with palmetto fronds as fitting for South Carolina made pistols. "SCHIRER" is stamped at grips in area where British hallmarks would normally be found, indicating that Mr. Schirer wanted the world to know that the silverwork was his. Trigger guard bows also have armorial and floral engraving within geometric borders. Bottoms of grips are inlet with large silver ovals engraved with the coat of arms of someone who was most likely very important and is worthy of further study. Arms depict a heart and Templar cross quartered by seven stars on a shield over crossed branches, shield is surmounted by Knights helm capped by a bird all surrounded by scroll. Barrels attach to stocks with captive side bolts through truncated rectangular silver escutcheons. Pistols are housed in an old mahogany case with D-ring handle, and lined in green cloth. Case contains an old handmade turnscrew and some scraps of cloth. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Barrels are smooth, even gray to brown patina with some scattered pitting at right side of breech ends around touch holes. Locks are mostly gray to brown patina. Stocks retain most of their original varnish or French polish finish with numerous minor marks, dings, and rubs. Checkering somewhat worn. Stocks have no noted repairs. Silver is very fine, not rubbed, lightly tarnished, all engraving clear. Bores are mostly shiny with scattered pitting toward muzzles. Locks and frizzens are excellent. Safeties work. Set triggers work. One cock appears to be in exceptionally fine, almost indistinguishable old hand made replacement. This cock also has newer replaced top jaw and screw. Case is expertly cut down from a longer English gun case, and retains most of its original varnish and has a great look. Pistols fit quite well and distressed interior cloth is of the right color. American Flintlock duelers are quite rare; Southern silver mounted examples exceedingly so. It appears John Schirer died at a relatively young age. Judging by the quality of his work, had he lived for another 20 years, he would have been remembered as one of America's best gun makers. An investment opportunity. MGM47 Accessories : Wooden Case & Accessories Barrel Length: 11 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: .615 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Schirer Model: Flintlock pistols Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSN

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(A) Very Fine Cased Set of Belgian Target Pistols in Near Mint Condition.

Lot # 332 (Sale Order: 328 of 399)      

Pistols are retailed by Verney Carron Freres and preserved in pristine near mint condition throughout. Locks retains all of their original bright polish. Barrels retain 100% brilliant original bluing. Carved ebony stocks with only the most minor marks fluted at the wrists, adjustable rear sights. One pistol has only the most minor stopping on two flats, just to the rear of the front sight. Locks and stocks, triggers guards and other mount are as they left the Carron shop, nearly 175 years ago. Exterior of case is excellent with only light veneer cracks. Interior of case in excellent, with lovely red felt lining and beautiful Verney Carron trade label. Bullet mold retains nearly all its bright finish, mallet with only minor marks. Screwdriver blade is possibly a period replacement. Set retains original key. As fine a cased set of 19th century percussion target pistols as one could hope to find. Accessories : Case, Tools, Accessories Barrel Length: 11" Caliber/Bore: .36 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Verney Carron Freres Model: Target Pistol Serial Number: NSN
Pistols are retailed by Verney Carron Freres and preserved in pristine near mint condition throughout. Locks retains all of their original bright polish. Barrels retain 1...more00% brilliant original bluing. Carved ebony stocks with only the most minor marks fluted at the wrists, adjustable rear sights. One pistol has only the most minor stopping on two flats, just to the rear of the front sight. Locks and stocks, triggers guards and other mount are as they left the Carron shop, nearly 175 years ago. Exterior of case is excellent with only light veneer cracks. Interior of case in excellent, with lovely red felt lining and beautiful Verney Carron trade label. Bullet mold retains nearly all its bright finish, mallet with only minor marks. Screwdriver blade is possibly a period replacement. Set retains original key. As fine a cased set of 19th century percussion target pistols as one could hope to find. Accessories : Case, Tools, Accessories Barrel Length: 11" Caliber/Bore: .36 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Verney Carron Freres Model: Target Pistol Serial Number: NSN

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(A) EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER 1876 DELUXE RIFLE IN A 50 CALIBER.

Lot # 333 (Sale Order: 329 of 399)      

Full rnd bbl with British proof marks on left side of receiver . Case colored forearm cap, case colored receiver, dark nitre blue loading gate, case colored hammer and lever and a blued trigger. Comes equipped with German silver bladed insert (M21A) front sight and express rear sight. Stock is of a "XX" high figure American walnut with "H" style checkering on stock and forearm and with a metal buttplate. Plaque in left side of stock reads "TO HIS HIGHNESS / Maharajah Perlah Singh / C.S.I. / A token of gratitude and esteem / John Weir / New York, USA". Pistol grip stock comes with black ebony insert 50-95 is marked on carrier lifter. Dust cover is marked "WINCHESTER EXPRESS / 50 CAL 95 GRS". Lower tang marked with 1781 assembly line number. This number can be found on upper channel of stock and lower toe of buttplate. Marked with "XX" for grade of wood. CONDITION: Very Fine as partially restored finish on barrel.Bbl retains a mixture of blue and deep dark patina to 96-97% and was most likely refinished in the UK during the period. Forearm cap retains 50-60% mellowed out case color. Left side of receiver retains 95% colors subtle or subdued on sideplate yet very evident that they are there. Right side of receiver is 95-96% bright case colors with only wear around edges of receiver. Hammer retains 98% bright colors with no drag line. Lever is 93-96% colors only starting to tone out on bottom of lever. Stock on left side with few impressions and scratches and no wood missing or splits in upper or lower tang. Right side of stock with few impressions, few scratches and no missing slivers of wood. Checkering has minor small bruises on left and right side. Forearm with light scratches, one deep compression on bottom of forearm but no slivers of wood missing and no bruises in checkering. Brass carrier lifter is of a medium mustard color. All screws indicate that they have been in place for a long time and they have not been turned. This would make an excellent tiger gun, as it was shipped to India. Bright shiny bore wit sharp rifling. Accessories: Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .50-95 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1876 Serial Number: 38624
Full rnd bbl with British proof marks on left side of receiver . Case colored forearm cap, case colored receiver, dark nitre blue loading gate, case colored hammer and le...morever and a blued trigger. Comes equipped with German silver bladed insert (M21A) front sight and express rear sight. Stock is of a "XX" high figure American walnut with "H" style checkering on stock and forearm and with a metal buttplate. Plaque in left side of stock reads "TO HIS HIGHNESS / Maharajah Perlah Singh / C.S.I. / A token of gratitude and esteem / John Weir / New York, USA". Pistol grip stock comes with black ebony insert 50-95 is marked on carrier lifter. Dust cover is marked "WINCHESTER EXPRESS / 50 CAL 95 GRS". Lower tang marked with 1781 assembly line number. This number can be found on upper channel of stock and lower toe of buttplate. Marked with "XX" for grade of wood. CONDITION: Very Fine as partially restored finish on barrel.Bbl retains a mixture of blue and deep dark patina to 96-97% and was most likely refinished in the UK during the period. Forearm cap retains 50-60% mellowed out case color. Left side of receiver retains 95% colors subtle or subdued on sideplate yet very evident that they are there. Right side of receiver is 95-96% bright case colors with only wear around edges of receiver. Hammer retains 98% bright colors with no drag line. Lever is 93-96% colors only starting to tone out on bottom of lever. Stock on left side with few impressions and scratches and no wood missing or splits in upper or lower tang. Right side of stock with few impressions, few scratches and no missing slivers of wood. Checkering has minor small bruises on left and right side. Forearm with light scratches, one deep compression on bottom of forearm but no slivers of wood missing and no bruises in checkering. Brass carrier lifter is of a medium mustard color. All screws indicate that they have been in place for a long time and they have not been turned. This would make an excellent tiger gun, as it was shipped to India. Bright shiny bore wit sharp rifling. Accessories: Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .50-95 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1876 Serial Number: 38624

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(A) Incredible High Condition, As Found, Boss Hammer Double Rifle with Original Case and Accessories

Lot # 334 (Sale Order: 330 of 399)      

(ca 1892) Boss & Company is mostly known for its shotguns, but over the years they have produced a few rifles. This fine example has 29" two stripe Damascus barrels fitted with full length matted rib. Rib holds one standing, three folding leaf express rear sight and silver bead front. Unmatted portion of rib is engraved "Boss & Co 75 St. James's Street, London." Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs; bottoms of barrels with serial numbers and "JP". (Did Boss source these barrels from Purdey's?) A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Round bodied Jones underlever action is fitted with peninsula backspring locks having non-rebounding round bodied serpentine hammers with stylized dolphin heads. Locks are fitted with back sliding stalking safeties, that engage hammers at half cock. Fences are nicely filed and action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage very finely cut and shaded varying sized, but mostly small, scroll. "Boss & Co" is at the top rear of each lockplate. Trigger guard has serial number at grip, and checkered steel extension forming pistol grip in typical early rifle fashion. Well marbled stump figured dense European walnut buttstock measures 14 - 1/8" over checkered steel buttplate with short top spur. A sling eye matching that on barrels is on toe line along with a silver oval engraved with coat of arms, consisting of a castle surmounted by rampant lion over motto "Semper Parati" on riband. Matching splinter forend with shaped metal tip attaches to barrels with captive side bolt through engraved oval escutcheons. Rifle is housed in its original leather case, lined in scarlet cloth. Large paper Boss label is in lid, along with a smaller paper label with charges for this rifle. Case contains a fine array of original accessories and loading tools including two steel bullet molds, each marked with this rifles serial number, one casting a round ball, the other a conical bullet. The conical mold uses pins for either hollow point or solid bullets which are not present. Other tools include a brass screw type capper/ decapper, horn handled powder measure, striker key, Dixon broken case extractor for .450, large round pewter oil jar, pewter top glass oil bottle with green label marked "HILLAS'S Exhibition Prize Oil". Cleaning equipment includes brass and rosewood two piece cleaning rod with 6" handle, and some mops and brushes. A small leather wallet contains spare strikers, nipples, and lock screw. There is also an empty tin of Rangoon oil with Boss label. Weight: 9 lbs. 0 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, original. Barrels retain approximately 80% original finish with good definition to pattern, and with scattered areas of light pitting. Action and locks retain over 90% of their original case hardening color with only light silvering of sharp edges. Temper blue on safeties remains bright, tails slightly silvered. Operating lever and trigger guard retain most of their case hardening color. Buttplate has a considerable amount of its original blue, considerably flaked. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with a number of light marks and a few heavier dents, mostly on left side of butt. Finish is very dry, does not appear to have ever been re-oiled. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. Case leather is darkening and has many scuffs and rubs. Newer straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fair to good with considerable insect damage in lid. Boss label has large stain across center, and some rubs through. Charge label also has losses, wrinkled. Accessories are generally fine. MGM 174 Accessories: Case, Molds and other accessories Barrel Length: 29" Caliber/Bore: .500 3 - 1/4 BPE Drop at Comb: Approx 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: Approx 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Antique Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Boss Model: Double Hammer Rifle Serial Number: 2853
(ca 1892) Boss & Company is mostly known for its shotguns, but over the years they have produced a few rifles. This fine example has 29" two stripe Damascus barrels fitt...moreed with full length matted rib. Rib holds one standing, three folding leaf express rear sight and silver bead front. Unmatted portion of rib is engraved "Boss & Co 75 St. James's Street, London." Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs; bottoms of barrels with serial numbers and "JP". (Did Boss source these barrels from Purdey's?) A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Round bodied Jones underlever action is fitted with peninsula backspring locks having non-rebounding round bodied serpentine hammers with stylized dolphin heads. Locks are fitted with back sliding stalking safeties, that engage hammers at half cock. Fences are nicely filed and action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage very finely cut and shaded varying sized, but mostly small, scroll. "Boss & Co" is at the top rear of each lockplate. Trigger guard has serial number at grip, and checkered steel extension forming pistol grip in typical early rifle fashion. Well marbled stump figured dense European walnut buttstock measures 14 - 1/8" over checkered steel buttplate with short top spur. A sling eye matching that on barrels is on toe line along with a silver oval engraved with coat of arms, consisting of a castle surmounted by rampant lion over motto "Semper Parati" on riband. Matching splinter forend with shaped metal tip attaches to barrels with captive side bolt through engraved oval escutcheons. Rifle is housed in its original leather case, lined in scarlet cloth. Large paper Boss label is in lid, along with a smaller paper label with charges for this rifle. Case contains a fine array of original accessories and loading tools including two steel bullet molds, each marked with this rifles serial number, one casting a round ball, the other a conical bullet. The conical mold uses pins for either hollow point or solid bullets which are not present. Other tools include a brass screw type capper/ decapper, horn handled powder measure, striker key, Dixon broken case extractor for .450, large round pewter oil jar, pewter top glass oil bottle with green label marked "HILLAS'S Exhibition Prize Oil". Cleaning equipment includes brass and rosewood two piece cleaning rod with 6" handle, and some mops and brushes. A small leather wallet contains spare strikers, nipples, and lock screw. There is also an empty tin of Rangoon oil with Boss label. Weight: 9 lbs. 0 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, original. Barrels retain approximately 80% original finish with good definition to pattern, and with scattered areas of light pitting. Action and locks retain over 90% of their original case hardening color with only light silvering of sharp edges. Temper blue on safeties remains bright, tails slightly silvered. Operating lever and trigger guard retain most of their case hardening color. Buttplate has a considerable amount of its original blue, considerably flaked. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with a number of light marks and a few heavier dents, mostly on left side of butt. Finish is very dry, does not appear to have ever been re-oiled. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. Case leather is darkening and has many scuffs and rubs. Newer straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fair to good with considerable insect damage in lid. Boss label has large stain across center, and some rubs through. Charge label also has losses, wrinkled. Accessories are generally fine. MGM 174 Accessories: Case, Molds and other accessories Barrel Length: 29" Caliber/Bore: .500 3 - 1/4 BPE Drop at Comb: Approx 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: Approx 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Antique Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Boss Model: Double Hammer Rifle Serial Number: 2853

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(A) Spectacular 1st Year Production Colt Lightning Large Frame Baby Carbine (1887).

Lot # 335 (Sale Order: 331 of 399)      

Only a total of 6,496 large frame Colt Lightning rifles were ever produced. A standard carbine is almost impossible to find and a Baby Carbine is virtually unknown. It is a Baby Carbine due to the barrel diameter being smaller than the tube diameter. Features full round barrel, full magazine, blued finish, single barrel band, singular tube holder, folding ladder rear sight, standard bead front sight, two piece checkered forend, walnut buttstock and carbine butt. CONDITION: This is arguably the finest known example to survive. Barrel and tube retain approximately 95% of their original Colt finish with a light area of salt and pepper on bottom right side of tube at muzzle and some scattered age freckling. Legends are sharp. Frame retains 75-80% original high polish Colt factory blue with the balance simply a soft grey patina. Walnut stocks are excellent; forend has sharp checkering, buttstock has a few normal impressions. Fine action. Strong, clean rifled bore with mirror grooves. We have only seen two or three of these in 20 years and neither had any original condition; this example is spectacular, only showing light use with loads of original finish. If you are looking for a large frame Baby Carbine, it would be near impossible given total production to find a nicer example. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .40-60-260 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Paperwork: No Serial Number: 486
Only a total of 6,496 large frame Colt Lightning rifles were ever produced. A standard carbine is almost impossible to find and a Baby Carbine is virtually unknown. It ...moreis a Baby Carbine due to the barrel diameter being smaller than the tube diameter. Features full round barrel, full magazine, blued finish, single barrel band, singular tube holder, folding ladder rear sight, standard bead front sight, two piece checkered forend, walnut buttstock and carbine butt. CONDITION: This is arguably the finest known example to survive. Barrel and tube retain approximately 95% of their original Colt finish with a light area of salt and pepper on bottom right side of tube at muzzle and some scattered age freckling. Legends are sharp. Frame retains 75-80% original high polish Colt factory blue with the balance simply a soft grey patina. Walnut stocks are excellent; forend has sharp checkering, buttstock has a few normal impressions. Fine action. Strong, clean rifled bore with mirror grooves. We have only seen two or three of these in 20 years and neither had any original condition; this example is spectacular, only showing light use with loads of original finish. If you are looking for a large frame Baby Carbine, it would be near impossible given total production to find a nicer example. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .40-60-260 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Paperwork: No Serial Number: 486

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(A) Colt 1874 Gatling Battery Gun.

Lot # 336 (Sale Order: 332 of 399)      

Fine reproduction Gatling gun with 31" ten-bbl cluster, mounted in a brass housing with a steel frame. The top cover is for gravity donut shaped brass Accles drum magazine. Gun is mounted in a cast brass yoke on a brass base which is attached to a brass bound wood carriage. The trail and most fittings are all brass. Gun has traversing mechanism with elevation screw with steel handle. Contemporary manufactured carriage was produced by previous owner and while being very functional, is rather rudimentary but presents itself very well. Top rear of the gun’s brass housing has a reproduction 3-3/4" rnd brass plaque with the same markings as an orig Colt gun. Right side of receiver rail is marked "Thunder Valley Machine Co. Clinton, Ohio. SN 1006 (6 of 6)". The manufacturer took some engineering liberties when designing and constructing these fine reproduction Gatling guns. This is a fine reproduction and a good representative piece for re-enactments or simply for shooting. CONDITION: Is good overall, and showing no evidence of ever having been fired. However, brass components have tarnished with age. Bores remain as new. Action an mechanics appear to operate properly. Carriage is in fair condition as steel rimmed wheels appear to be of 19th century manufacture and have suffered wood rot and corrosion from exposure to the elements, but seem to be serviceable. Accessories: carriage, drum magazine Barrel Length: 31" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1874 Gatling Battery Gun Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSN
Fine reproduction Gatling gun with 31" ten-bbl cluster, mounted in a brass housing with a steel frame. The top cover is for gravity donut shaped brass Accles drum magazin...moree. Gun is mounted in a cast brass yoke on a brass base which is attached to a brass bound wood carriage. The trail and most fittings are all brass. Gun has traversing mechanism with elevation screw with steel handle. Contemporary manufactured carriage was produced by previous owner and while being very functional, is rather rudimentary but presents itself very well. Top rear of the gun’s brass housing has a reproduction 3-3/4" rnd brass plaque with the same markings as an orig Colt gun. Right side of receiver rail is marked "Thunder Valley Machine Co. Clinton, Ohio. SN 1006 (6 of 6)". The manufacturer took some engineering liberties when designing and constructing these fine reproduction Gatling guns. This is a fine reproduction and a good representative piece for re-enactments or simply for shooting. CONDITION: Is good overall, and showing no evidence of ever having been fired. However, brass components have tarnished with age. Bores remain as new. Action an mechanics appear to operate properly. Carriage is in fair condition as steel rimmed wheels appear to be of 19th century manufacture and have suffered wood rot and corrosion from exposure to the elements, but seem to be serviceable. Accessories: carriage, drum magazine Barrel Length: 31" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1874 Gatling Battery Gun Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSN

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(A) Incredible Engraved Colt Berdan Trapdoor Rifle Serial Number 1 of 1 With Display Materials.

Lot # 337 (Sale Order: 333 of 399)      

This historically significant and important Colt Berdan rifle , serial number "1" is the center of discussion in the treatise "BREAKING INTO BREECHLOADING THE COLT-BERDAN TRAPDOOR" by Robert Swartz. Documented as being serial number "1" and the first center fire rifle produced by Colt's Manufacturing. Hiram Berdan in collaboration with the Colt factory designed and produced this showpiece prototype example for the Russian Government. The Russians were already determined to use Berdan's new central-fire cartridge and wanted 25,000 rifles produced using a proposed trapdoor design. With great efforts to avoid the current patent issues of the trapdoor conversions as well as other patents Berdan [add space] and the new vice President of Colt General William Franklin worked closely together and called the design "THE BOLT GUN". This was challenged by patent attorney Henry Renwick. Another design change was implemented and the Colt Trapdoor Berdan Russian rifle was born.to carry on the tradition of Colt"s famed showmanship. Tthis 1 of 1 was built with burled walnut stock with a German silver forend tip and semi-crescent Schuetzen butt and ornate Schuetzen trigger guard. Masterfully engraved by Augustus F. Ulrich the master engraver for Colt's armory. This rifle was featured on the cover of the "TEXAS GUN COLLECTOR' in the spring of 2017. This rifle is further documented in Roy Marcot’s fine book " Hiram Berdan" on page 183. This rifle is serial numbered "1" in numerous locations including the trigger guard, back of butt plate, on breech, breech plug, and breech block. Originally manufactured with a 28 inch barrel in 45 CAL, and later modified in 1871 to 40 CAL, with a 26 1/2 inch barrel. This important Colt rifle serial number one is the birthplace of all the cartridge long arms to follow in the great Colt history. CONDITION. Extremely fine with most all original factory applied finishes remaining. The highly figured burl walnut stock retains most all of its oil finish with several very minor bruises and dents. The bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling. The action is crisp and properly functioning. This rifle is complete with a wonderful compendium of educational and instructional material suitable for museum display. This includes Books, cartridge displays, and full color display boards. A rare opportunity to own a truly most historic Colt firearm. Accessories: Display Materials Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt/Berdan Model: Berdan Paperwork: No Serial Number: 1 CORRECTION: Previously, the description erroneously stated that this rifle is a conversion. This rifle was Factory manufactured as the very first Colt Berdan.
This historically significant and important Colt Berdan rifle , serial number "1" is the center of discussion in the treatise "BREAKING INTO BREECHLOADING THE COLT-BERDAN...more TRAPDOOR" by Robert Swartz. Documented as being serial number "1" and the first center fire rifle produced by Colt's Manufacturing. Hiram Berdan in collaboration with the Colt factory designed and produced this showpiece prototype example for the Russian Government. The Russians were already determined to use Berdan's new central-fire cartridge and wanted 25,000 rifles produced using a proposed trapdoor design. With great efforts to avoid the current patent issues of the trapdoor conversions as well as other patents Berdan [add space] and the new vice President of Colt General William Franklin worked closely together and called the design "THE BOLT GUN". This was challenged by patent attorney Henry Renwick. Another design change was implemented and the Colt Trapdoor Berdan Russian rifle was born.to carry on the tradition of Colt"s famed showmanship. Tthis 1 of 1 was built with burled walnut stock with a German silver forend tip and semi-crescent Schuetzen butt and ornate Schuetzen trigger guard. Masterfully engraved by Augustus F. Ulrich the master engraver for Colt's armory. This rifle was featured on the cover of the "TEXAS GUN COLLECTOR' in the spring of 2017. This rifle is further documented in Roy Marcot’s fine book " Hiram Berdan" on page 183. This rifle is serial numbered "1" in numerous locations including the trigger guard, back of butt plate, on breech, breech plug, and breech block. Originally manufactured with a 28 inch barrel in 45 CAL, and later modified in 1871 to 40 CAL, with a 26 1/2 inch barrel. This important Colt rifle serial number one is the birthplace of all the cartridge long arms to follow in the great Colt history. CONDITION. Extremely fine with most all original factory applied finishes remaining. The highly figured burl walnut stock retains most all of its oil finish with several very minor bruises and dents. The bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling. The action is crisp and properly functioning. This rifle is complete with a wonderful compendium of educational and instructional material suitable for museum display. This includes Books, cartridge displays, and full color display boards. A rare opportunity to own a truly most historic Colt firearm. Accessories: Display Materials Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt/Berdan Model: Berdan Paperwork: No Serial Number: 1 CORRECTION: Previously, the description erroneously stated that this rifle is a conversion. This rifle was Factory manufactured as the very first Colt Berdan.

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(A) Rare Harpers Ferry Model 1842 Brass Mounted Fishtail Hall Carbine.

Lot # 338 (Sale Order: 334 of 399)      

Between 1842 and 1843, 1,001 of these guns were produced at Harpers Ferry Armory. .52 caliber smoothbore. Brass mounted. Correct breechblock marking of "H.FERRY/ US/ 1842". Correct trumpet headed iron ramrod. "Fishtail" opening lever as found on the model 1841 Hall rifles and type II 1840 Hall carbines. All of these guns were used by the 1st US Dragoons for service on the Western campaigns leading up to the Civil War. Also of note is that these are the last carbines produced at Harpers Ferry Armory. Given the extremely limited production and subsequent hard usage by the 1st Dragoons, these guns rarely if ever come up for sale and are missing from many advanced US military arms collections. CONDITION: All iron surfaces retain a pleasing even patina with light to moderate pitting. All markings are clear and legible. Brass has a nice mellow color to it. Stock has a great untouched look with minor handling marks and what appears to be an inspectors mark just after the triggerguard tang. Bore has light pitting. Action is in good working order, everything operating as it should. Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .52 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: 1842 Hall Carbine Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSN
Between 1842 and 1843, 1,001 of these guns were produced at Harpers Ferry Armory. .52 caliber smoothbore. Brass mounted. Correct breechblock marking of "H.FERRY/ US/ 1...more842". Correct trumpet headed iron ramrod. "Fishtail" opening lever as found on the model 1841 Hall rifles and type II 1840 Hall carbines. All of these guns were used by the 1st US Dragoons for service on the Western campaigns leading up to the Civil War. Also of note is that these are the last carbines produced at Harpers Ferry Armory. Given the extremely limited production and subsequent hard usage by the 1st Dragoons, these guns rarely if ever come up for sale and are missing from many advanced US military arms collections. CONDITION: All iron surfaces retain a pleasing even patina with light to moderate pitting. All markings are clear and legible. Brass has a nice mellow color to it. Stock has a great untouched look with minor handling marks and what appears to be an inspectors mark just after the triggerguard tang. Bore has light pitting. Action is in good working order, everything operating as it should. Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .52 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: 1842 Hall Carbine Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSN

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(A) Gold Inlaid and Carved Miller & Val Greiss Combination Hammer Rifle/ Shotgun Most Likely Made fo

Lot # 339 (Sale Order: 335 of 399)      

This ornately decorated combination gun was made around 1875, ten years before the Prince, an avid hunter, became de-facto ruler of Bavaria during its Golden Years, from 1880's through 1912. He took over the duties of his nephews King Ludwig II and King Otto, who were incapacitated. This gun has 25 - 1/2" barrels with full length rib fitted with one standing, one folding rear sight, and silver bead front. Top of rib is gold inlaid "Miller & Val Greiss Munchen" in script. 20 Gauge shotgun barrel with straight "rifling" is of Bernard Damascus steel. Rifle barrel with unusual U-shaped land rifling, is of fluid steel. Breech ends of barrels are intricately gold inlaid with floral accented tendrils surrounding cherubs holding spears and tending stag hounds. Round bodied action with front pivoting horn handled opening lever, is fitted with peninsula backspring locks with serpentine hammers. A flip-up peep rear sight is set into top tang. Action and locks are very finely semi relief engraved continuing the theme of cherubs in various poses flying in a field of delicately cut shaded scrolling acanthus. This superb engraving is surrounded by flush gold inlaid large geometric and line borders. Hammers are exquisitely relief carved with stylized lion's heads having gold eyes. Double beaded trigger guard bow is relief gold inlaid with "FL" (?) in script, surmounted by prince's crown. Trigger guard has scroll carved horn extension forming grip. Nicely marbled and stump figured European walnut buttstock measures 13 - 5/8" over checkered and engraved steel buttplate with trap, with space for one shot and two rifle cartridges under cover. Stock has panels of exceptionally well carved scrolling acanthus with fruit and floral highlights behind checkering on right side of the stock and behind and below cheekpiece on left. Captive forend is near fully checkered and attaches to barrels with captive side bolt through oval engraved steel escutcheons. Weight: 6 lbs 12 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Barrels retain over 80% original brown with good definition to Bernard pattern on shot barrel. Action retains a considerable amount of its original case hardening color, vivid where protected, actual percentage difficult to ascertain because of extensive engraving. Locks retain a considerable amount of their color, most visible in protected details of lions heads. Stocks retain most of their original hand rubbed oil finish, lightening in color at wear points, with numerous light marks and scratches. There is considerable chipping on forend above left escutcheon due to someone not familiar with this barrel mounting system attempting to remove forend. Bores are very fine to excellent, with some scattered pitting. Action is tight. Locks are excellent. There is some insect damage to horn parts. Included with rifle is Wikipedia information on Prince Luitpold, his son Prince Franz, and Ludwig III, all of Bavaria; Bonhams listing for this gun, and a number of original post cards and copies of photographs of the Bavarian Royal family, including the Prince Regent in hunting shots, and his son Franz. A lovely combination gun, the quality of workmanship should have pleased any royal personage. MGM 196 Barrel Length: 25 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 20 Ga & 10.8 x 47 R Martini Drop at Heel: approx 2 - 15/16" Drop at comb: approx 1 - 9/16" FFL Status: Antique Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Miller & Val. Greiss Model: SXS Cape Gun Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 14617
This ornately decorated combination gun was made around 1875, ten years before the Prince, an avid hunter, became de-facto ruler of Bavaria during its Golden Years, from ...more1880's through 1912. He took over the duties of his nephews King Ludwig II and King Otto, who were incapacitated. This gun has 25 - 1/2" barrels with full length rib fitted with one standing, one folding rear sight, and silver bead front. Top of rib is gold inlaid "Miller & Val Greiss Munchen" in script. 20 Gauge shotgun barrel with straight "rifling" is of Bernard Damascus steel. Rifle barrel with unusual U-shaped land rifling, is of fluid steel. Breech ends of barrels are intricately gold inlaid with floral accented tendrils surrounding cherubs holding spears and tending stag hounds. Round bodied action with front pivoting horn handled opening lever, is fitted with peninsula backspring locks with serpentine hammers. A flip-up peep rear sight is set into top tang. Action and locks are very finely semi relief engraved continuing the theme of cherubs in various poses flying in a field of delicately cut shaded scrolling acanthus. This superb engraving is surrounded by flush gold inlaid large geometric and line borders. Hammers are exquisitely relief carved with stylized lion's heads having gold eyes. Double beaded trigger guard bow is relief gold inlaid with "FL" (?) in script, surmounted by prince's crown. Trigger guard has scroll carved horn extension forming grip. Nicely marbled and stump figured European walnut buttstock measures 13 - 5/8" over checkered and engraved steel buttplate with trap, with space for one shot and two rifle cartridges under cover. Stock has panels of exceptionally well carved scrolling acanthus with fruit and floral highlights behind checkering on right side of the stock and behind and below cheekpiece on left. Captive forend is near fully checkered and attaches to barrels with captive side bolt through oval engraved steel escutcheons. Weight: 6 lbs 12 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Barrels retain over 80% original brown with good definition to Bernard pattern on shot barrel. Action retains a considerable amount of its original case hardening color, vivid where protected, actual percentage difficult to ascertain because of extensive engraving. Locks retain a considerable amount of their color, most visible in protected details of lions heads. Stocks retain most of their original hand rubbed oil finish, lightening in color at wear points, with numerous light marks and scratches. There is considerable chipping on forend above left escutcheon due to someone not familiar with this barrel mounting system attempting to remove forend. Bores are very fine to excellent, with some scattered pitting. Action is tight. Locks are excellent. There is some insect damage to horn parts. Included with rifle is Wikipedia information on Prince Luitpold, his son Prince Franz, and Ludwig III, all of Bavaria; Bonhams listing for this gun, and a number of original post cards and copies of photographs of the Bavarian Royal family, including the Prince Regent in hunting shots, and his son Franz. A lovely combination gun, the quality of workmanship should have pleased any royal personage. MGM 196 Barrel Length: 25 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 20 Ga & 10.8 x 47 R Martini Drop at Heel: approx 2 - 15/16" Drop at comb: approx 1 - 9/16" FFL Status: Antique Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Miller & Val. Greiss Model: SXS Cape Gun Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 14617

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(A)Rare Hoggson Engraved Model 1860 Henry Lever Action Rifle.

Lot # 340 (Sale Order: 336 of 399)      

Manufactured 1865 with 24 1/4 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine. Has German silver front sight and ladder adjustable rear sight. Receiver is engraved with the iconic Samuel Hoggson trademark scene of a buck deer leaping over a pile of logs, surrounded by his wonderful foliate , arabesque patterns with dot punch background on left side. Both front panels are engraved with matching vine and scroll with dot punch background. Top of receiver, rear edges of receiver , top of tang and buttplate are all engraved to match. All panels are surrounded by a chip and line border. Mounted with a highly figured quarter sawn American walnut butt stock. CONDITION. Very good to fine. Barrel and magazine retain a smooth medium-brown uncleaned patina with all markings being sharp and clearly legible. Receiver shows very light wear with light nicks and scratches and retains a very pleasing medium mustard coloring. Matching serial numbers were observed on Barrel , lower tang, butt plate and inside of stock mortise channel. Screws are not numbered on these later production rifles. Stock appears to have been very lightly sanded and a period oil finish has been applied. This work appears to have been done during its period of use. The bore bright with strong rifling and some very light areas of darkness. The action is crisp and functions properly.TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Model: 1860 Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 10806
Manufactured 1865 with 24 1/4 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine. Has German silver front sight and ladder adjustable rear sight. Receiver is engraved with the ic...moreonic Samuel Hoggson trademark scene of a buck deer leaping over a pile of logs, surrounded by his wonderful foliate , arabesque patterns with dot punch background on left side. Both front panels are engraved with matching vine and scroll with dot punch background. Top of receiver, rear edges of receiver , top of tang and buttplate are all engraved to match. All panels are surrounded by a chip and line border. Mounted with a highly figured quarter sawn American walnut butt stock. CONDITION. Very good to fine. Barrel and magazine retain a smooth medium-brown uncleaned patina with all markings being sharp and clearly legible. Receiver shows very light wear with light nicks and scratches and retains a very pleasing medium mustard coloring. Matching serial numbers were observed on Barrel , lower tang, butt plate and inside of stock mortise channel. Screws are not numbered on these later production rifles. Stock appears to have been very lightly sanded and a period oil finish has been applied. This work appears to have been done during its period of use. The bore bright with strong rifling and some very light areas of darkness. The action is crisp and functions properly.TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Model: 1860 Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 10806

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(A) New Haven Arms Model 1860 Henry Rifle (2454)

Lot # 341 (Sale Order: 337 of 399)      

Civil War period Henry rifle with standard configuration. 24" barrel with integral magazine. Walnut stock with gun metal brass receiver and buttplate. 1000 yard ladder adjustable rear sight, German silver blade front sight with Henry's patent two line address on top barrel flat. Serial number is found over chamber at top barrel flat. Lower tang marked 2454 as well as buttplate. Buttplate screws are both numbered to rifle. Lower tang screw is found to have the last two numbers of serial number present. Top tang wood screw and rear tang screw are both replacements. Right side of butt stock has been heavily inscribed "J.J. MAY 1871". CONDITION. Fair as partially restored. The barrel has a dark brown patina overall with small areas of pitting evident. The front sight collar retaining screw has been replaced with an appropriate modern screw. The ladder rear sight is a very good reproduction of the proper sight that has been artfully aged to appear correct. The gun metal brass receiver has been lightly polished and is now bright. The side plates have several nick at top and bottom from disassembly. The lower tang has an almost indiscernible crack repair at the confluence of the tang and lower receiver. The wood stock has been heavily refinished and is undersized front tang and buttplate at toe area. Several period wood splices are evident under the heavy stock varnish. TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Model: Henry Serial Number: 2454
Civil War period Henry rifle with standard configuration. 24" barrel with integral magazine. Walnut stock with gun metal brass receiver and buttplate. 1000 yard ladder ad...morejustable rear sight, German silver blade front sight with Henry's patent two line address on top barrel flat. Serial number is found over chamber at top barrel flat. Lower tang marked 2454 as well as buttplate. Buttplate screws are both numbered to rifle. Lower tang screw is found to have the last two numbers of serial number present. Top tang wood screw and rear tang screw are both replacements. Right side of butt stock has been heavily inscribed "J.J. MAY 1871". CONDITION. Fair as partially restored. The barrel has a dark brown patina overall with small areas of pitting evident. The front sight collar retaining screw has been replaced with an appropriate modern screw. The ladder rear sight is a very good reproduction of the proper sight that has been artfully aged to appear correct. The gun metal brass receiver has been lightly polished and is now bright. The side plates have several nick at top and bottom from disassembly. The lower tang has an almost indiscernible crack repair at the confluence of the tang and lower receiver. The wood stock has been heavily refinished and is undersized front tang and buttplate at toe area. Several period wood splices are evident under the heavy stock varnish. TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Model: Henry Serial Number: 2454

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(A) Inscribed Iron Frame 1860 Henry Lever Action Rifle.

Lot # 342 (Sale Order: 338 of 399)      

One of the most sensationalized rifles of the Civil War is the Henry rifle. Identified specimens are extremely prized by both collectors and historians alike. This New Haven Arms Iron Frame henry serial number 165 is inscribed '5TH, TENN CAV, JULY 27 1862". Manufactured in 1862 and a believed total production of Iron Frame Henry rifles is between 200 and 275 rifles. Rifle number 165 is documented as a known Iron Framed Henry in Les Quick's book "THE HENRY RIFLE" it was pictured and briefly mentioned in the book "CIVIL WAR GUNS" by William Edwards in 1965 on page 159. The 5TH Tenn Cavalry had a spirited and active career from 1862 through 1865 with most activities in the Tennessee valley and the adjacent south. Interestingly another Iron Frame Henry rifle serial number 64 was identified to a Confederate Cavalry unit from bowling Green KY known as "Buckners Guides" giving further credence that the Henry rifle was used extensively by both northern and southern troops alike. Henry rifle serial number 165 has the traditional 24 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine and fitted with the early square backed nickel silver blade front sight and 1000 yard ladder adjustable "Henry" rear sight. Fitted with American walnut butt stock with iron crescent butt plate with early large trap and large compartment to facilitate the 4 piece wood cleaning rod. Disassembly revealed that upper and lower tang screws are numbered with the full "165" serial number as well as both butt plate screws. The wood stock is numbered in the mortise "165" as well as the butt plate and lower tang of the rifle. A sling swivel that appears to be from a Sharps carbine has been installed just to the rear of the lower tang and has been elongated for the use of a Civil War carbine snap so a cavalryman would not drop his rifle while mounted upon his horse. Previously held in the Thomas Suter and John Graham collections CONDITION. Very fine with the barrel and receiver having turned a worn dove grey overall. Two line Henry's Patent address is sharp and legible as is serial number. The elevation slide is missing from the rear sight as most are. The wood stock has numerous small bruises and scratches with a slight amount of material loss at wrist and toe. The finish appears to have been enhanced during the period with the addition of varnish or lacquer. The cartridge follower is a field replacement and is made of iron not brass as the originals were. The bore is worn with darkness in the grooves but visible rifling. The action operates smoothly and functions properly. This early documented Iron Frame Henry is one of the rarest of all Confederate used civil war firearms. TDW Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Iron Frame Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 165
One of the most sensationalized rifles of the Civil War is the Henry rifle. Identified specimens are extremely prized by both collectors and historians alike. This New Ha...moreven Arms Iron Frame henry serial number 165 is inscribed '5TH, TENN CAV, JULY 27 1862". Manufactured in 1862 and a believed total production of Iron Frame Henry rifles is between 200 and 275 rifles. Rifle number 165 is documented as a known Iron Framed Henry in Les Quick's book "THE HENRY RIFLE" it was pictured and briefly mentioned in the book "CIVIL WAR GUNS" by William Edwards in 1965 on page 159. The 5TH Tenn Cavalry had a spirited and active career from 1862 through 1865 with most activities in the Tennessee valley and the adjacent south. Interestingly another Iron Frame Henry rifle serial number 64 was identified to a Confederate Cavalry unit from bowling Green KY known as "Buckners Guides" giving further credence that the Henry rifle was used extensively by both northern and southern troops alike. Henry rifle serial number 165 has the traditional 24 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine and fitted with the early square backed nickel silver blade front sight and 1000 yard ladder adjustable "Henry" rear sight. Fitted with American walnut butt stock with iron crescent butt plate with early large trap and large compartment to facilitate the 4 piece wood cleaning rod. Disassembly revealed that upper and lower tang screws are numbered with the full "165" serial number as well as both butt plate screws. The wood stock is numbered in the mortise "165" as well as the butt plate and lower tang of the rifle. A sling swivel that appears to be from a Sharps carbine has been installed just to the rear of the lower tang and has been elongated for the use of a Civil War carbine snap so a cavalryman would not drop his rifle while mounted upon his horse. Previously held in the Thomas Suter and John Graham collections CONDITION. Very fine with the barrel and receiver having turned a worn dove grey overall. Two line Henry's Patent address is sharp and legible as is serial number. The elevation slide is missing from the rear sight as most are. The wood stock has numerous small bruises and scratches with a slight amount of material loss at wrist and toe. The finish appears to have been enhanced during the period with the addition of varnish or lacquer. The cartridge follower is a field replacement and is made of iron not brass as the originals were. The bore is worn with darkness in the grooves but visible rifling. The action operates smoothly and functions properly. This early documented Iron Frame Henry is one of the rarest of all Confederate used civil war firearms. TDW Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Iron Frame Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 165

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(A) Rare New Haven Arms Iron Frame Henry Lever Action Rifle #104

Lot # 343 (Sale Order: 339 of 399)      

Cal. 44 RF Henry. Usual configuration with 24-1/4" octagon barrel with integral magazine tube and original German silver front sight with 1,000 yard Henry ladder rear sight . Henry’s Patent and New Haven arms 2-line address are of the small letter type and completely legible. Receiver & sideplates are of iron with a correct second dovetail in the top flat of the receiver. Mounted with nicely figured, slab-sawed American walnut swivel with a sling loop on right side of bbl. SN was observed in the usual place on the top flat of the bbl between rear sight & receiver. It is also found on left side of lower tang, under the wood, inside top tang channel of buttstock and inside buttplate tang. Buttstock has the large hole for wood cleaning rod and also has a groove down the bottom of the hole. Top of the rnd section of the bbl, under the rotating sleeve, is marked with assembly number “104” which number is also found on rear face of rotating sleeve. All screws are matching numbered. Information contained in Wes Quick's book of the Henry rifl states that there were less than 400 of these iron frame Henrys produced very early in the production run with no. “355” the highest SN known. Mr. Quick also reports that the general consensus among knowledgeable collectors & dealers is that the iron frame & brass frame Henrys were produced simultaneously and that there were probably substantially less than 400 ever made. The chart in the referenced publication on pp. 54 & 55 show a duplication of 16 SNs between iron & brass frame rifles out of 167 rifles surveyed. This same panel of experts concluded that this duplication was simple bookkeeping errors. This rifle has all of the correct early features including the German silver front sight, 1,000 yard ladder rear sight, sharp radius at top rear of receiver, small loop finger lever without locking spur, slight perch belly stock and the large cleaning rod recess.Complete with an original four piece Henry cleaning rod with appropriate iron ferrules CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching. Bbl retains a smooth even plum blue/brown patina with some mottling in the gullet on the right side; receiver retains a plummy blue/brown patina with silver patina showing through; top edges of sideplates are slightly battered as is the bottom of the carrier. Stock is sound with light nicks, dings & scratches and overall retains most of its fine orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with good shine and scattered pitting. Cleaning rod is excellent TDW Barrel Length: 24 Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 104
Cal. 44 RF Henry. Usual configuration with 24-1/4" octagon barrel with integral magazine tube and original German silver front sight with 1,000 yard Henry ladder rear sig...moreht . Henry’s Patent and New Haven arms 2-line address are of the small letter type and completely legible. Receiver & sideplates are of iron with a correct second dovetail in the top flat of the receiver. Mounted with nicely figured, slab-sawed American walnut swivel with a sling loop on right side of bbl. SN was observed in the usual place on the top flat of the bbl between rear sight & receiver. It is also found on left side of lower tang, under the wood, inside top tang channel of buttstock and inside buttplate tang. Buttstock has the large hole for wood cleaning rod and also has a groove down the bottom of the hole. Top of the rnd section of the bbl, under the rotating sleeve, is marked with assembly number “104” which number is also found on rear face of rotating sleeve. All screws are matching numbered. Information contained in Wes Quick's book of the Henry rifl states that there were less than 400 of these iron frame Henrys produced very early in the production run with no. “355” the highest SN known. Mr. Quick also reports that the general consensus among knowledgeable collectors & dealers is that the iron frame & brass frame Henrys were produced simultaneously and that there were probably substantially less than 400 ever made. The chart in the referenced publication on pp. 54 & 55 show a duplication of 16 SNs between iron & brass frame rifles out of 167 rifles surveyed. This same panel of experts concluded that this duplication was simple bookkeeping errors. This rifle has all of the correct early features including the German silver front sight, 1,000 yard ladder rear sight, sharp radius at top rear of receiver, small loop finger lever without locking spur, slight perch belly stock and the large cleaning rod recess.Complete with an original four piece Henry cleaning rod with appropriate iron ferrules CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching. Bbl retains a smooth even plum blue/brown patina with some mottling in the gullet on the right side; receiver retains a plummy blue/brown patina with silver patina showing through; top edges of sideplates are slightly battered as is the bottom of the carrier. Stock is sound with light nicks, dings & scratches and overall retains most of its fine orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with good shine and scattered pitting. Cleaning rod is excellent TDW Barrel Length: 24 Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 104

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(A) Outstanding New Haven Arms 1st Model Iron Frame Henry Rifle (1862).

Lot # 344 (Sale Order: 340 of 399)      

This outstanding Iron Frame Henry rifle serial number 262 was manufactured in 1862. Manufactured with a 24-1/4" octagon barrel with integral 16 round magazine, walnut stock with iron buttplate. Rounded German silver front blade sight with a windage adjustable rear sight mounted in barrel dovetail and a 1000 yard ladder adjustable Henry rear sight mounted in the receiver dovetail. Originally finished with a blued barrel and receiver and case colored hammer with blue lever and varnished buttstock. Experts have determined that the total production of Iron Frame Henry rifles to be between 200 and 275 units. It is believed that no more than 90 exist today as they were hard used and consumed during the United States Civil War and the following period of Western Expansion. These treasured rifles have long been known for their great rarity and were only found in the most discerning of collections. Serial number 262 is included in the known Iron Frame Henry inventory compiled by Les Quick for his book the "THE HENRY RIFLE". The rifle conforms entirely with the correct sights , matching serial numbered iron butt plate with large trap door for wooden cleaning rod use and all matching and numbered stock screws. This exemplary example was previously the center piece of noted Winchester and Colt collector Tommy Rholes. CONDITION: Excellent with overall dove grey patina and faint traces of blue around screw heads and in protected areas of barrel and particularly of the frame. Screw slots remain straight and true. Bottom of lifter with light scuffs and minor nicks; interior edges of lifter remain sharp with 40% blue remaining to bolt and top portion of extractor. Faint case colors remain to both hammer and lever. Small areas of original blue to trigger having mostly thinned and toned bright. Stock retains nearly all of its original lacquer with very light scuffs and scratches, and one discernible ding to center of right comb area. Action is crisp and functions properly barrel is mirror bright. Knowledgeable authorities agree that this truly exceptional Iron Frame Henry is one of the finest known to exist. Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1st Model Iron Frame Henry Serial Number: 262
This outstanding Iron Frame Henry rifle serial number 262 was manufactured in 1862. Manufactured with a 24-1/4" octagon barrel with integral 16 round magazine, walnut sto...moreck with iron buttplate. Rounded German silver front blade sight with a windage adjustable rear sight mounted in barrel dovetail and a 1000 yard ladder adjustable Henry rear sight mounted in the receiver dovetail. Originally finished with a blued barrel and receiver and case colored hammer with blue lever and varnished buttstock. Experts have determined that the total production of Iron Frame Henry rifles to be between 200 and 275 units. It is believed that no more than 90 exist today as they were hard used and consumed during the United States Civil War and the following period of Western Expansion. These treasured rifles have long been known for their great rarity and were only found in the most discerning of collections. Serial number 262 is included in the known Iron Frame Henry inventory compiled by Les Quick for his book the "THE HENRY RIFLE". The rifle conforms entirely with the correct sights , matching serial numbered iron butt plate with large trap door for wooden cleaning rod use and all matching and numbered stock screws. This exemplary example was previously the center piece of noted Winchester and Colt collector Tommy Rholes. CONDITION: Excellent with overall dove grey patina and faint traces of blue around screw heads and in protected areas of barrel and particularly of the frame. Screw slots remain straight and true. Bottom of lifter with light scuffs and minor nicks; interior edges of lifter remain sharp with 40% blue remaining to bolt and top portion of extractor. Faint case colors remain to both hammer and lever. Small areas of original blue to trigger having mostly thinned and toned bright. Stock retains nearly all of its original lacquer with very light scuffs and scratches, and one discernible ding to center of right comb area. Action is crisp and functions properly barrel is mirror bright. Knowledgeable authorities agree that this truly exceptional Iron Frame Henry is one of the finest known to exist. Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1st Model Iron Frame Henry Serial Number: 262

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(A) Lovely Engraved Henry Lever Action Rifle (1864).

Lot # 345 (Sale Order: 341 of 399)      

This beautiful, early engraved Henry rifle features the standard octagon barrel, with razor sharp stamp "HENRYS PATENT OCT 16 1860 / MANUFACT'D BYT THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO NEW HAVEN CT". Rear sight is cut into barrel only. Has the sling swivel mount on left side of barrel and left side of stock. Rear stock has no visible bump. Frame is engraved in a scroll and floral punch dot pattern on the right side; left side has same style of engraving with running deer. Similar engraving on top tang of buttplate, top of frame, upper and lower tang. Parts checklist; all information obtained from the book "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: this is a later receiver variation with the pronounced bevel, page 57; later larger trigger retaining pin, page 63; rear only sight dovetail, barrel only, page 73; later, larger barrel address, page 75; later, larger variation magazine cartridge follower, page 80; milled flats to accept the follower, page 81; buttstock displays the last comb angle, page 90; wood type American walnut extra grain befitting an engraved rifle; later small diameter buttstock rod hole, page 100; later style buttplate with pointed heel, page 107; later style buttplate screw holes with reinforcing bosses, page 109; illustration of left side stock mounted sling swivel, page 111; barrel mounted sling swivel illustration, page 112; stock attaching screws with later round head not serial numbered, pages 116-117; front sight slightly altered from later style. The style of engraving is that of Samuel Hoggson. No visible lower tang factory inspector stamp. Two leaf folding rear sight not pictured in book and would assume is placed, but appears to be Winchester manufacture. Matching serial numbers stamped on barrel, left inside lower tang, inside wood channel at top of wrist and on inside bottom of buttplate. CONDITION: Brass is a beautiful yellow tone. Hammer, lever and trigger are a dark brown patina with no color. Screw heads are basically straight. Top buttplate screw has been repaired. Fine action. This is an extremely nice, homogenous and handsomely engraved Henry rifle that with notation to the rear sight, is all correct as manufactured. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7992
This beautiful, early engraved Henry rifle features the standard octagon barrel, with razor sharp stamp "HENRYS PATENT OCT 16 1860 / MANUFACT'D BYT THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO...more NEW HAVEN CT". Rear sight is cut into barrel only. Has the sling swivel mount on left side of barrel and left side of stock. Rear stock has no visible bump. Frame is engraved in a scroll and floral punch dot pattern on the right side; left side has same style of engraving with running deer. Similar engraving on top tang of buttplate, top of frame, upper and lower tang. Parts checklist; all information obtained from the book "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: this is a later receiver variation with the pronounced bevel, page 57; later larger trigger retaining pin, page 63; rear only sight dovetail, barrel only, page 73; later, larger barrel address, page 75; later, larger variation magazine cartridge follower, page 80; milled flats to accept the follower, page 81; buttstock displays the last comb angle, page 90; wood type American walnut extra grain befitting an engraved rifle; later small diameter buttstock rod hole, page 100; later style buttplate with pointed heel, page 107; later style buttplate screw holes with reinforcing bosses, page 109; illustration of left side stock mounted sling swivel, page 111; barrel mounted sling swivel illustration, page 112; stock attaching screws with later round head not serial numbered, pages 116-117; front sight slightly altered from later style. The style of engraving is that of Samuel Hoggson. No visible lower tang factory inspector stamp. Two leaf folding rear sight not pictured in book and would assume is placed, but appears to be Winchester manufacture. Matching serial numbers stamped on barrel, left inside lower tang, inside wood channel at top of wrist and on inside bottom of buttplate. CONDITION: Brass is a beautiful yellow tone. Hammer, lever and trigger are a dark brown patina with no color. Screw heads are basically straight. Top buttplate screw has been repaired. Fine action. This is an extremely nice, homogenous and handsomely engraved Henry rifle that with notation to the rear sight, is all correct as manufactured. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7992

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(A) Early New Haven Arms Martial Marked Henry Rifle (1863).

Lot # 346 (Sale Order: 342 of 399)      

Offered is an incredibly nice, untouched, early Martially marked Henry rifle. No provision for sling. Early perch belly stock with no bump. Features full octagon barrel, brass frame, brass buttplate, case colored hammer and lever. Matching serial numbers on barel, lower inside tang, upper tang channel on buttstock and bottom inside of buttplate. The following parts can be found in the book titled "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: early type slight bevel top rear frame, page 56; early small trigger retaining pin, page 63; barrel only sight dovetail; later large barrel address, page 75; replaced large variation magazine cartridge follow with milled flat receiver slot, pages 80-81; second type stock comb, page 90; extra varnished stock; early large diameter buttstock rod hole, page 99; early unmarked Henry rifle type jointed hickory wood cleaning rod, page 103; early style buttplate with rounded heel and large gate, page 106; early plain drilled screw holes in buttplate, page 109; later round head stock attaching screws, page 116; early contoured head buttplate attaching screws with serial numbers, page 117; square back front sight, 121; Type C rear ladder sight, page 122; "HH" stamp on right forward part of frame and "CGC" and "H" on right barrel breech (Charles G. Curtis), pages 138-139; original "CGC" real cartouche on right side of stock at wrist, page 140; "H" on upper right of buttplate, page 140. The CGC inspector initials have been erroneously recorded to be that of Charles G. Chapman, but this is refuted in the book "US Military Arms Inspector Marks" by Daum and Pate, page 47. CONDITION: Barrel markings are razor sharp. Finish is a dark chocolate patina. Brass remains untouched with a rich hue; no splotches. Lever is a dark chocolate patina. Colors have darkened and patterned on hammer. All screw heads are basically true wit the exception of one lower frame screw which shows marring. Perch belly walnut stock retains the majority of its original extra finish but just usual small bumps and bruises; beautiful finish, proud to metal with no cracks, chips or repairs. One cleaning rod piece is missing the metal sleeve. Fine action. Rifling is well defined with sharp edges and just minor black powder abrasion, mostly at muzzle. Absolutely untouched, homogenous, attic-find, military marked Henry rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 3726
Offered is an incredibly nice, untouched, early Martially marked Henry rifle. No provision for sling. Early perch belly stock with no bump. Features full octagon barre...morel, brass frame, brass buttplate, case colored hammer and lever. Matching serial numbers on barel, lower inside tang, upper tang channel on buttstock and bottom inside of buttplate. The following parts can be found in the book titled "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: early type slight bevel top rear frame, page 56; early small trigger retaining pin, page 63; barrel only sight dovetail; later large barrel address, page 75; replaced large variation magazine cartridge follow with milled flat receiver slot, pages 80-81; second type stock comb, page 90; extra varnished stock; early large diameter buttstock rod hole, page 99; early unmarked Henry rifle type jointed hickory wood cleaning rod, page 103; early style buttplate with rounded heel and large gate, page 106; early plain drilled screw holes in buttplate, page 109; later round head stock attaching screws, page 116; early contoured head buttplate attaching screws with serial numbers, page 117; square back front sight, 121; Type C rear ladder sight, page 122; "HH" stamp on right forward part of frame and "CGC" and "H" on right barrel breech (Charles G. Curtis), pages 138-139; original "CGC" real cartouche on right side of stock at wrist, page 140; "H" on upper right of buttplate, page 140. The CGC inspector initials have been erroneously recorded to be that of Charles G. Chapman, but this is refuted in the book "US Military Arms Inspector Marks" by Daum and Pate, page 47. CONDITION: Barrel markings are razor sharp. Finish is a dark chocolate patina. Brass remains untouched with a rich hue; no splotches. Lever is a dark chocolate patina. Colors have darkened and patterned on hammer. All screw heads are basically true wit the exception of one lower frame screw which shows marring. Perch belly walnut stock retains the majority of its original extra finish but just usual small bumps and bruises; beautiful finish, proud to metal with no cracks, chips or repairs. One cleaning rod piece is missing the metal sleeve. Fine action. Rifling is well defined with sharp edges and just minor black powder abrasion, mostly at muzzle. Absolutely untouched, homogenous, attic-find, military marked Henry rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 3726

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(A) New Haven Arms Commercial Henry Rifle (1864).

Lot # 347 (Sale Order: 343 of 399)      

This rifle features full octagon barrel, full magazine, single rear sight slot in barrel, brass frame, case colored hammer and lever, walnut buttstock and brass buttplate. Sling swivels mount on barrel and left side of stock. Top of barrel is stamped "HENRYS PATENT OPCTOBER 16 1860 MANUFACT'D BY THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CT". Has the later larger variation magazine cartridge follower, page 80; milled flats in receiver slot to accept later, larger cartridge follower, page 81; American walnut buttstock displays the last comb angle, page 90; standard regular varnished finish; left side of stock has the "bump" just beneath sling swivel, pages 95-96; all steel four piece cleaning rod with brass tip, page 105; buttplate is a later style pointed heel, page 107; sling swivels, pages 111-113; buttstock screws are later type, not numbered, seen on page 117; later type front sight, pages 120-121; rear sight is folding ladder style, "E" page 122; lower tang has "H" factory inspector mark, page 134. This rifle has the original leather sling with brass hooks, page 180. Underside of the magazine is finish I the white which is proper. Matching serial numbers barrel, lower left tang inside, buttplate, upper wood channel of stock (this later model does not have serial numbered screws). CONDITION: This rifle is all original, basically untouched with the exception of the stock that was lightly freshened up; wood is slightly shy to metal but in excellent condition with no cracks or chips. Barrel and tube are a smooth, homogenous brown patina with some light age freckling but none of the splotchy finish normally associated with a gun in this condition. Case colors on lever have turned the same soft patina. Case colors on hammer have patterned out to a dull grey. Frame itself has never been polished or cleaned, nor has the buttplate, and still retain that smooth mustard hue. Frame screws are fairly true with some minor distortion on lower lever screw. Tang screws show some marring from stock being removed. Action works correctly. Strong, pronounced rifling with sharp edges and frosted grooves with light black powder abrasion. Overall, an extremely fine Henry, all original and untouched with notes to the period refreshing of the wood finish and a few boogered screws. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Martial Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7464
This rifle features full octagon barrel, full magazine, single rear sight slot in barrel, brass frame, case colored hammer and lever, walnut buttstock and brass buttplate...more. Sling swivels mount on barrel and left side of stock. Top of barrel is stamped "HENRYS PATENT OPCTOBER 16 1860 MANUFACT'D BY THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CT". Has the later larger variation magazine cartridge follower, page 80; milled flats in receiver slot to accept later, larger cartridge follower, page 81; American walnut buttstock displays the last comb angle, page 90; standard regular varnished finish; left side of stock has the "bump" just beneath sling swivel, pages 95-96; all steel four piece cleaning rod with brass tip, page 105; buttplate is a later style pointed heel, page 107; sling swivels, pages 111-113; buttstock screws are later type, not numbered, seen on page 117; later type front sight, pages 120-121; rear sight is folding ladder style, "E" page 122; lower tang has "H" factory inspector mark, page 134. This rifle has the original leather sling with brass hooks, page 180. Underside of the magazine is finish I the white which is proper. Matching serial numbers barrel, lower left tang inside, buttplate, upper wood channel of stock (this later model does not have serial numbered screws). CONDITION: This rifle is all original, basically untouched with the exception of the stock that was lightly freshened up; wood is slightly shy to metal but in excellent condition with no cracks or chips. Barrel and tube are a smooth, homogenous brown patina with some light age freckling but none of the splotchy finish normally associated with a gun in this condition. Case colors on lever have turned the same soft patina. Case colors on hammer have patterned out to a dull grey. Frame itself has never been polished or cleaned, nor has the buttplate, and still retain that smooth mustard hue. Frame screws are fairly true with some minor distortion on lower lever screw. Tang screws show some marring from stock being removed. Action works correctly. Strong, pronounced rifling with sharp edges and frosted grooves with light black powder abrasion. Overall, an extremely fine Henry, all original and untouched with notes to the period refreshing of the wood finish and a few boogered screws. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Martial Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7464

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(A) Henry Model 1860 Lever Action Rifle, Marked "W. F. Gilbert 1870".

Lot # 348 (Sale Order: 344 of 399)      

New Haven Arms Henry rifle serial number 3422 manufactured 1863, at the peak of activities for the United States Civil War. Marked W.F. Gilbert on receiver bridge. Additional research shows that the Gilbert family were very prominent in Beaumont TX. W.F. Gilbert was elected County and District Court clerk June 1870 and remained until 1881 until his resignation. The Gilbert family was very involved in land development, lumber and oil. This Henry rifle has a 24-1/4" barrel with traditional New Haven address square back front sight and ladder adjustable Henry sight graduated to 900 yards. Lower tang is number 3422. The buttstock, buttplate and buttplate screws are numbered 3424 and this is believed to be a manufacturing error. CONDITION: Fine overall with the barrel and lever having turned a deep chocolate brown patina. The frame is equally fine having never been cleaned it has a dark mustard color. The stock is very fine with generous amounts of original varnish. The surface has numerous small scratches and dings and absolutely no evidence of having been worked upon. This truly a fine, untouched Henry rifle with great Texas history. The bore is lightly pitted with very strong rifling and the action functions properly. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 3422
New Haven Arms Henry rifle serial number 3422 manufactured 1863, at the peak of activities for the United States Civil War. Marked W.F. Gilbert on receiver bridge. Additi...moreonal research shows that the Gilbert family were very prominent in Beaumont TX. W.F. Gilbert was elected County and District Court clerk June 1870 and remained until 1881 until his resignation. The Gilbert family was very involved in land development, lumber and oil. This Henry rifle has a 24-1/4" barrel with traditional New Haven address square back front sight and ladder adjustable Henry sight graduated to 900 yards. Lower tang is number 3422. The buttstock, buttplate and buttplate screws are numbered 3424 and this is believed to be a manufacturing error. CONDITION: Fine overall with the barrel and lever having turned a deep chocolate brown patina. The frame is equally fine having never been cleaned it has a dark mustard color. The stock is very fine with generous amounts of original varnish. The surface has numerous small scratches and dings and absolutely no evidence of having been worked upon. This truly a fine, untouched Henry rifle with great Texas history. The bore is lightly pitted with very strong rifling and the action functions properly. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 3422

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(A) New Haven Arms Henry Lever Action Rifle (1864).

Lot # 349 (Sale Order: 345 of 399)      

Offered is an incredibly nice, untouched, early Henry rifle. Has the sling bar attached to left side of barrel and on the upper left side of stock. Features full octagon barrel, brass frame, brass buttplate, case colored hammer and lever. Matching serial numbers on barrel, lower inside tang, upper tang channel on buttstock and bottom inside of buttplate. Stock has an inlaid 1/2" Moravian star. The following parts can be found in the book titled "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: later larger bevel top rear frame, page 57; later large diameter trigger retaining pin, page 63; barrel only sight dovetail; later large barrel address, page 75; large variation magazine cartridge follow with milled flat receiver slot, pages 80-81; second type stock comb, page 90; extra varnished stock; second style smaller buttstock hole, page 100; later all steel style four piece Henry rod, page 105; later style buttplate with pointed heel and small gate, page 107; later style screw holes with reinforcing bosses, page 109; later round head stock attaching screws, page 116; later round head buttplate attaching screws, page 117; square back front sight, 121; Type E rear ladder sight, page 122. CONDITION: Barrel markings are razor sharp. Finish is a mix of original blue turning grey and brown patina. Brass remains untouched with a rich hue; no splotches. Lever is a dark chocolate patina. Colors have darkened and patterned on hammer. All screw heads are basically true. Walnut stock retains the majority of its original extra finish but just usual small bumps and bruises; beautiful finish, proud to metal with no cracks, chips or repairs. Fine action. Rifling is well defined with sharp edges and just minor black powder abrasion. Absolutely untouched, homogeneous, attic-find, Henry rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7672
Offered is an incredibly nice, untouched, early Henry rifle. Has the sling bar attached to left side of barrel and on the upper left side of stock. Features full octago...moren barrel, brass frame, brass buttplate, case colored hammer and lever. Matching serial numbers on barrel, lower inside tang, upper tang channel on buttstock and bottom inside of buttplate. Stock has an inlaid 1/2" Moravian star. The following parts can be found in the book titled "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick: later larger bevel top rear frame, page 57; later large diameter trigger retaining pin, page 63; barrel only sight dovetail; later large barrel address, page 75; large variation magazine cartridge follow with milled flat receiver slot, pages 80-81; second type stock comb, page 90; extra varnished stock; second style smaller buttstock hole, page 100; later all steel style four piece Henry rod, page 105; later style buttplate with pointed heel and small gate, page 107; later style screw holes with reinforcing bosses, page 109; later round head stock attaching screws, page 116; later round head buttplate attaching screws, page 117; square back front sight, 121; Type E rear ladder sight, page 122. CONDITION: Barrel markings are razor sharp. Finish is a mix of original blue turning grey and brown patina. Brass remains untouched with a rich hue; no splotches. Lever is a dark chocolate patina. Colors have darkened and patterned on hammer. All screw heads are basically true. Walnut stock retains the majority of its original extra finish but just usual small bumps and bruises; beautiful finish, proud to metal with no cracks, chips or repairs. Fine action. Rifling is well defined with sharp edges and just minor black powder abrasion. Absolutely untouched, homogeneous, attic-find, Henry rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Henry Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7672

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(A) New Haven Arms Henry Model 1860 Lever Action Rifle Manufactured 1865

Lot # 350 (Sale Order: 346 of 399)      

Manufactured by the New Haven Arms company in 1865 this Civil war period Henry rifle is the 2nd model variation. Chambered for the 44 Henry cartridge and constructed of gunmetal brass with octagon barrel. The Henry rifle was a both a successful military rifle during the war of northern aggression and a prized possession during our expansion into the western frontier of America. fitted with the correct 900 yard ladder rear sight and a previously unobserved front sight collar and blade front sight. Sling swivels are mounted on left side of stock and left side of barrel. During detail disassembly , matching serial numbers where observed on barrel, lower receiver tang, butt stock mortise and butt plate. Screws are not numbered on these later production 2nd models. CONDITION. Very good overall with blue finish having turned to mellow brown patina. The gun metal brass receiver has a pleasant mustard coloring and the side plates fit excellently with little evidence of removal. The bore is very slightly pitted with very strong rifling. Magazine follower and spring assembly are proper and correct. Action and mechanics properly function. The American walnut stock has been very lightly sanded and a small crack emitting from the rear of the tang slot has been professionally repaired at some earlier time. A very attractive and honest Civil war period Henry rifle. TDW Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Co. Model: Henry 1860 Serial Number: 8614
Manufactured by the New Haven Arms company in 1865 this Civil war period Henry rifle is the 2nd model variation. Chambered for the 44 Henry cartridge and constructed of g...moreunmetal brass with octagon barrel. The Henry rifle was a both a successful military rifle during the war of northern aggression and a prized possession during our expansion into the western frontier of America. fitted with the correct 900 yard ladder rear sight and a previously unobserved front sight collar and blade front sight. Sling swivels are mounted on left side of stock and left side of barrel. During detail disassembly , matching serial numbers where observed on barrel, lower receiver tang, butt stock mortise and butt plate. Screws are not numbered on these later production 2nd models. CONDITION. Very good overall with blue finish having turned to mellow brown patina. The gun metal brass receiver has a pleasant mustard coloring and the side plates fit excellently with little evidence of removal. The bore is very slightly pitted with very strong rifling. Magazine follower and spring assembly are proper and correct. Action and mechanics properly function. The American walnut stock has been very lightly sanded and a small crack emitting from the rear of the tang slot has been professionally repaired at some earlier time. A very attractive and honest Civil war period Henry rifle. TDW Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Co. Model: Henry 1860 Serial Number: 8614

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(A) New Haven Arms Co. Henry Model 1860 Lever Action Rifle (1864).

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Model 1860 Henry rifle with standard 24 1/4 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine. Gun metal brass frame with American walnut but stock with brass butt plate. Manufactured in 1864 and at a time of its highest demand these Henry rifles were a treasured possession of Soldiers and westward settlers alike. Rifle has a modified blade front sight and a fixed buck horn rear sight mounted in a newer dovetail in the middle of the two line Henry address. The original dovetail has been expertly filled long ago. CONDITION. Fair overall with barrel being a pleasant brown patina. The Gun metal brass receiver has mellowed to an even mustard coloring. The one piece walnut stock is very good with a strong "Henry Bump " being evident . The wrist area has several very minor slivers missing from being disassembled. The buttplate is serial numbered to the rifle and the four piece steel cleaning rod is still present. The stock has numerous dings and scratches. The rifle fails to open completely, the action needs internal attention. The trigger return spring is a modern replacement . We were unable to remove the butt stock to verify the serial number as the lower tang screw is stripped and is a replacement. TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Havens Arms Co. Model: 1860 Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7094
Model 1860 Henry rifle with standard 24 1/4 inch octagon barrel with integral magazine. Gun metal brass frame with American walnut but stock with brass butt plate. Manuf...moreactured in 1864 and at a time of its highest demand these Henry rifles were a treasured possession of Soldiers and westward settlers alike. Rifle has a modified blade front sight and a fixed buck horn rear sight mounted in a newer dovetail in the middle of the two line Henry address. The original dovetail has been expertly filled long ago. CONDITION. Fair overall with barrel being a pleasant brown patina. The Gun metal brass receiver has mellowed to an even mustard coloring. The one piece walnut stock is very good with a strong "Henry Bump " being evident . The wrist area has several very minor slivers missing from being disassembled. The buttplate is serial numbered to the rifle and the four piece steel cleaning rod is still present. The stock has numerous dings and scratches. The rifle fails to open completely, the action needs internal attention. The trigger return spring is a modern replacement . We were unable to remove the butt stock to verify the serial number as the lower tang screw is stripped and is a replacement. TDW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Havens Arms Co. Model: 1860 Paperwork: No Serial Number: 7094

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(A) Superb James Purdey .577 Express Hammer Double Rifle with Original Case and Accessories

Lot # 352 (Sale Order: 348 of 399)      

(1877) Although Purdey's was at the forefront of the development of double rifles during the late percussion years, they later concentrated on shotguns. Of the over 3,200 center fire guns and rifles built by Purdey's between 1860 and 1879 only 312 were double rifles. The ten to one ratio decreased further during later production, of the total of approximately 18,000 pieces produced between 1880 and 2014; Only about 800 were double rifles, 327 were hammer rifles. This well preserved specimen made just before 1880, is a prime example of Purdey's famous quality. It has 29" fine Damascus barrels with ten groove rifling fitted with full length slightly raised rib. Rear portion of rib behind one standing, three nested folding leaf express rear sight is file cut. Middle portion of rib is unmatted and engraved "J. Purdey 314 1/2 Oxford Street, London". Area around silver bead front sight is also file cut. Barrel flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 27 bore. Serial numbers are stamped on the bottoms of both barrels, and barrel makers initials "EM" (E Meers ?). "JP" is on loop. A sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened, round bodied, lever over guard (Jones underlever), inert action has nicely filed fences and features an early use of side clips. Island back spring non-rebounding locks are fitted with round bodied serpentine hammers with stylized dolphin heads, as well as front sliding stalking safeties. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage exceptionally well executed small, but varying sized scroll, as most likely executed by head Purdey engraver, James Lucas. Top of action is engraved "Patent" and lockplates are engraved "Purdey". Blued trigger guard with checkered pistol grip extension has serial number at grip. A very unusual feature for English rifles, the front trigger is set. Striking fiddle figured and beautifully marbled dark and dense European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14" over Silver pad with widow's peak. Stock features typical Purdey thin double shadow line right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip, and sling eye matching that on bottom of barrel, as well as a vacant silver oval, are on toe line. Matching splinter forend with decorative steel tip attaches to barrels with captive side bolt through engraved steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx. 2 - 3/8". Drop at comb: approx. 1 - 11/16" . No cast. Weight: 10 lbs 11 oz. Rifle is housed in its original oak and leather case with brass corners and circular central medallion. Top of case is inked in "The Hon/ble C. W. Fitzwilliam". Interior is lined in scarlet cloth, and has original blue ink printed Purdey paper label with notation "Charge For B. L. Rifle 9999" "6 Drams Curtiss & Harveys No 6 Powder" in lid. Another label has list of implements including turnscrews, cleaning equipment, nipple key, and spare plungers. Two lines are mostly obliterated. There is space in the case for a bullet mold. A bullet mold is present, but it is not numbered to this rifle. Other accessories in the case include cardboard box with this rifles serial number marked "extra plungers and springs" containing same, ebony handled powder measure, striker key, glass oil bottle with pewter top, rosewood wad rammer marked "577", rosewood handled dusting brush, two piece mahogany and brass cleaning rod with 6" handle, red morocco wallet with spare screws, pull through cleaning kit in black morocco wallet, empty horn striker bottle, mahogany handled bow tie double turnscrew, and the aforementioned brass bullet mold marked "577" for solid bullet with hollow base. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Barrels retain approximately 80% original Damascus pattern, considerably silvered and faded on sides of breech ends from normal carrying and handling wear. Action retains 60 - 70% original case hardening color, silvered on fences and around bottom. Locks retain nearly all of their original color. Temper blue remains on "nipples" and safeties, which are silvered on tips. Trigger guard retains most of its original charcoal blue, most loss due to flaking. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil light refinish with no evidence of sanding. Checkering lightly re-cut, most evident on forend. What is possibly original pad has been cleaned up a bit, base plate is of early laminated type. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Click here to see the full description.

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(A) Sharps Model 1859 Berdan Rifle.

Lot # 353 (Sale Order: 349 of 399)      

This is one of 2,000 specially made Sharps rifles for Colonel Hiram Berdan's 1st and 2nd Regiments of the United States sharpshooters; trained marksman who were reputed to have inflicted more casualties on the enemy than any other outfit in the war. The order for these rifles was placed in January of 1862, ordered directly from J.C. Palmer, president of Sharps Rifle Company. Palmer wrote that the initial 1,000 rifles would be delayed and by February 28th, 1862 no Sharps had arrived. Work was still progressing on April 7th and General Ripley wrote Palmer that the first 1,000 rifles should be shipped to Fort Monroe with the second 1,000 sent to the Washington Arsenal. The Sharps factory shipped the first 100 complete rifles on April 11th, and the remainder in lots of 100. One of John Taylors surviving Ordnance records that he shipped 100 rifles each on April 11th, 14th, 16th, 19th, 21st and 23rd with the first 500 rifles completed by April 21st and the first 1,000 shipped by May 24th. The first shipments of 600 Sharps rifles were delivered to Berdan's 1st Regiment of US Sharpshooters on May 8th, 1862. The Berdan's Sharps has several distinguishing triggers, the most obvious being the double set triggers; next is the enlarged lever, absence of bayonet lug beneath barrel, and a punch dot inside the patchbox lid. All were inspected by John Taylor. John Taylor was directed to go to Sharps from Colt on April 7th, 1862 to inspect all of the Berdan Sharps rifles; Taylor took a number of sub-inspectors along with him and together they completed the inspection of the 2,000 gun order by the end of May. Inspector stamp of "OWA" Orville W. Ainsworth, who was one of the three sub-inspectors with John Taylor for this order. There would be a "JT" cartouche on right side of stock but it is no longer visible; even with the "JT" cartouche no longer seen, the "OWA" verifies this group of inspectors on the Berdan rifles. The lowest serial number of an authenticated Berdan Sharps rifle is serial No. 54374 and the highest is No. 57567, which this rifle falls right in the middle of that block. The basis for the Berdan Sharps rifle is the New Model 1859 three band rifle with the distinctive iron patchbox on right side of stock. The rifle barrel is stamped "SHARPS RIFLE MANUFG CO HARTFORD CONN" and "NEW MODEL SHARPS" at breech. Right side of frame has two patent dates, left side has one patent date. Stock is made of walnut. Sights consist of a post front and a Lawrence ladder rear. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 90% of its original factory blue with brown patina showing through. Frame and patchbox colors have mottled out. Double set triggers are present but the rear trigger does not set; adjusting screw is present. Walnut stocks are excellent, proud to metal with usual dings. Sling swivels present on middle band and stock. Action works fine. Rifling is well defined and sharp with some minor black powder residue. An excellent example of a true Berdan's Model 1859 Sharps rifle with all special characteristics falling dead center of the correct serial number block. For more information on this elite group, there is a great book titled "U.S. Sharpshooters Berdan's Civil War Elite" by Roy Marcot. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .52 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Model: Berdan Rifle Paperwork: No Serial Number: 56932
This is one of 2,000 specially made Sharps rifles for Colonel Hiram Berdan's 1st and 2nd Regiments of the United States sharpshooters; trained marksman who were reputed t...moreo have inflicted more casualties on the enemy than any other outfit in the war. The order for these rifles was placed in January of 1862, ordered directly from J.C. Palmer, president of Sharps Rifle Company. Palmer wrote that the initial 1,000 rifles would be delayed and by February 28th, 1862 no Sharps had arrived. Work was still progressing on April 7th and General Ripley wrote Palmer that the first 1,000 rifles should be shipped to Fort Monroe with the second 1,000 sent to the Washington Arsenal. The Sharps factory shipped the first 100 complete rifles on April 11th, and the remainder in lots of 100. One of John Taylors surviving Ordnance records that he shipped 100 rifles each on April 11th, 14th, 16th, 19th, 21st and 23rd with the first 500 rifles completed by April 21st and the first 1,000 shipped by May 24th. The first shipments of 600 Sharps rifles were delivered to Berdan's 1st Regiment of US Sharpshooters on May 8th, 1862. The Berdan's Sharps has several distinguishing triggers, the most obvious being the double set triggers; next is the enlarged lever, absence of bayonet lug beneath barrel, and a punch dot inside the patchbox lid. All were inspected by John Taylor. John Taylor was directed to go to Sharps from Colt on April 7th, 1862 to inspect all of the Berdan Sharps rifles; Taylor took a number of sub-inspectors along with him and together they completed the inspection of the 2,000 gun order by the end of May. Inspector stamp of "OWA" Orville W. Ainsworth, who was one of the three sub-inspectors with John Taylor for this order. There would be a "JT" cartouche on right side of stock but it is no longer visible; even with the "JT" cartouche no longer seen, the "OWA" verifies this group of inspectors on the Berdan rifles. The lowest serial number of an authenticated Berdan Sharps rifle is serial No. 54374 and the highest is No. 57567, which this rifle falls right in the middle of that block. The basis for the Berdan Sharps rifle is the New Model 1859 three band rifle with the distinctive iron patchbox on right side of stock. The rifle barrel is stamped "SHARPS RIFLE MANUFG CO HARTFORD CONN" and "NEW MODEL SHARPS" at breech. Right side of frame has two patent dates, left side has one patent date. Stock is made of walnut. Sights consist of a post front and a Lawrence ladder rear. CONDITION: Barrel retains approximately 90% of its original factory blue with brown patina showing through. Frame and patchbox colors have mottled out. Double set triggers are present but the rear trigger does not set; adjusting screw is present. Walnut stocks are excellent, proud to metal with usual dings. Sling swivels present on middle band and stock. Action works fine. Rifling is well defined and sharp with some minor black powder residue. An excellent example of a true Berdan's Model 1859 Sharps rifle with all special characteristics falling dead center of the correct serial number block. For more information on this elite group, there is a great book titled "U.S. Sharpshooters Berdan's Civil War Elite" by Roy Marcot. From the collection of Jason Roselius. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .52 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Model: Berdan Rifle Paperwork: No Serial Number: 56932

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(A) George Schoyen Custom Sharps Model 1874 Sporting Rifle (.32-40).

Lot # 354 (Sale Order: 350 of 399)      

To most knowledgeable single shot and Sharps aficionados, the name George Schoyen is synonymous with custom single shot target rifles made at the turn of the last century. His handmade barrels were world renowned for their accuracy, and his shop in Denver, Colorado was a beehive of activity. In 1884, the famed Carlos Gove sold his Denver armory to Schoyen and D.W. Butt. In 1887 Schoyen partnered with Fred A. Burgen. By the late 1880's, the word of Schoyen's skill reached the European shores. The famed Buffalo Bill Cody and Annie Oakley were regular customers. His skill is best remembered for re-barreling and altering fine target rifles. Today, a Schoyen custom Sharps is both rare and desirable as it is considered one of the finest target/hunting rifles of its time. The factory letter states that the standard Model 1874 sporting rifle was shipped on October 4th, 1878 to Charles Stockbridge of Colorado Springs as a .45 caliber 2-7/8" shell, 30" full octagon barrel, double triggers, open sights and oil finished stocks weighing a total of nine pounds. Two identical rifles were shipped to Stockbridge on the same date. It was either Stockbridge or a customer that acquired this gun and took it to Schoyen to improve an already fine rifle. This standard 1874 rifle exists with the following features: full round barrel with collar stamped "Geo. C. Schoyen Denver", hooded single post front sight, custom elongated checkered walnut forend with Schnabel tip and double mounting screws, pistol grip rear walnut stock with coarse hand checkering and coarse checkered steel shotgun buttplate, original double set triggers, case colored frame. Rifle now bears a period scope made by the Cataract Tool & Optical Co. of Buffalo, New York with mounts of their own design. The finish on the rifle barrel is a smooth, even plum-blue patina with sharp legends. Forend is excellent with double panels of fine checkering. Buttstock is in excellent condition but does have a few dings and there is a slight crack on left and right sides of wrist that could easily be repaired by any competent woodworker. Frame and hammer still retains approximately 70% of the original case colors. Scope is fitted with standard reticle and the company is listed on page 57 in the book "Old Rifle Scopes" by Streobel. Information provided is that the Stevens Arms Company bought the complete business and stock from Cataract Tool in 1901. Bore exhibits sharp lands and grooves that are slightly frosted. Action operates correctly. Comes with invoice of previous owner who paid $20,000 for this rifle in 2007 and had it shipped to London. Original Sharps letter included. Accessories: Mounted Scope Barrel Length: 32" Caliber/Bore: .32-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Co. Model: 1874 Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 160095
To most knowledgeable single shot and Sharps aficionados, the name George Schoyen is synonymous with custom single shot target rifles made at the turn of the last century...more. His handmade barrels were world renowned for their accuracy, and his shop in Denver, Colorado was a beehive of activity. In 1884, the famed Carlos Gove sold his Denver armory to Schoyen and D.W. Butt. In 1887 Schoyen partnered with Fred A. Burgen. By the late 1880's, the word of Schoyen's skill reached the European shores. The famed Buffalo Bill Cody and Annie Oakley were regular customers. His skill is best remembered for re-barreling and altering fine target rifles. Today, a Schoyen custom Sharps is both rare and desirable as it is considered one of the finest target/hunting rifles of its time. The factory letter states that the standard Model 1874 sporting rifle was shipped on October 4th, 1878 to Charles Stockbridge of Colorado Springs as a .45 caliber 2-7/8" shell, 30" full octagon barrel, double triggers, open sights and oil finished stocks weighing a total of nine pounds. Two identical rifles were shipped to Stockbridge on the same date. It was either Stockbridge or a customer that acquired this gun and took it to Schoyen to improve an already fine rifle. This standard 1874 rifle exists with the following features: full round barrel with collar stamped "Geo. C. Schoyen Denver", hooded single post front sight, custom elongated checkered walnut forend with Schnabel tip and double mounting screws, pistol grip rear walnut stock with coarse hand checkering and coarse checkered steel shotgun buttplate, original double set triggers, case colored frame. Rifle now bears a period scope made by the Cataract Tool & Optical Co. of Buffalo, New York with mounts of their own design. The finish on the rifle barrel is a smooth, even plum-blue patina with sharp legends. Forend is excellent with double panels of fine checkering. Buttstock is in excellent condition but does have a few dings and there is a slight crack on left and right sides of wrist that could easily be repaired by any competent woodworker. Frame and hammer still retains approximately 70% of the original case colors. Scope is fitted with standard reticle and the company is listed on page 57 in the book "Old Rifle Scopes" by Streobel. Information provided is that the Stevens Arms Company bought the complete business and stock from Cataract Tool in 1901. Bore exhibits sharp lands and grooves that are slightly frosted. Action operates correctly. Comes with invoice of previous owner who paid $20,000 for this rifle in 2007 and had it shipped to London. Original Sharps letter included. Accessories: Mounted Scope Barrel Length: 32" Caliber/Bore: .32-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Co. Model: 1874 Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 160095

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