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New Hampshire Marked Modified French Charleville Model 1774 Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42.125" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with 3 flat bands retained by springs to their rears. Overall length 57.125". 6.3125" flat beveled iron lock with convex face at rear of hammer and removable rounded, fenced and bridled iron pan. Rounded reinforced cock with heart-shaped cut out. Lock appears to be in original flint configuration and is marked in script in two lines: Manufacture / de St. Etienne. Breech plug tang unmarked, deep NH (New Hampshire) ownership stamps are present in the upper left quadrant of the breech, on the left breech flat and in the obverse stock. Barrel appears to be in original flint configuration as well, with a moderately oxidized, well placed touchhole that is obviously tapered. Toe of stock stamped in block letters C. ANNIN. Reverse of stock with oval maker's or inspector's name cartouche that is illegible. Obverse stock carved No 1 II and with the initials MW. Reverse carved with the initials EH. Ramrod retention spring in lower barrel band, trumpet head ramrod with threads removed at end, bayonet lug located 2" from muzzle under the barrel. Sling swivels mounted on stud forward of triggerguard and middle barrel bands. Includes a French Model 1771 socket bayonet that has been modified with a three-step mortise and cut for a top bayonet lug with a 1.4375 muzzle to stud distance. Original short mortise cut for a French 1771 bottom mounted bayonet lug in place as well. Bayonet marked in two lines on the face, near the shank: I. FRANCOIS / BRVON with a small fleur-de-lis.

An interesting post-Revolutionary War French musket that appears to have been arsenal modified and repaired. While the lock is from the 1770/1, 1773 or 1774 pattern of arms, the short 11" triggerguard is of the 1774 pattern, the barrel is a shortened Model 1770/71 or 1773 as it has an anti-rotational stud on the bottom, a feature eliminated on the Model 1774. The stock has band springs located behind all three bands, a feature not introduced until the Model 1774, as the rear bands of the earlier patterns were friction retailed. Many of the earlier 1770/71 and 1773 muskets were later upgraded by adding a retention spring to the rear of the lower band. This one appears somewhat crudely cut into the stock, suggesting a modification of an older stock, but the correctly fitting shorter triggerguard that was not adopted until the M1774 indicates this is a 1774 stock. The lower barrel band also includes the ramrod retention spring of the M1774. The belief is that this is an arsenal repaired or refurbished French musket with an older pattern barrel used to replace the otherwise damaged or non-functional M1774 barrel. As noted, the barrel has been shortened roughly 2".

The NH markings are not consistent with the Revolutionary War period markings that used a conjoined NH along with a battalion number (1-3) and the gun's number. These markings are likely from the Federal Period. No New Hampshire markings are present on the bayonet, although some examples are known with New Hampshire markings and similar mortise modifications to allow the bayonet to be used on different patterns of muskets. An interesting, post-revolutionary War period arsenal modified French M1774 with apparently legitimate New Hampshire ownership marks from the period before or during the War of 1812.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned with a medium pewter patina and scattered light surface oxidation. Markings in metal clear, less clear in wood but mostly legible. Mechanically functional, moderately oxidized bore is rusty and dirty. Wood with scattered bumps, dings and mars. Bayonet good to very good.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Raised Carved Kentucky Rifle

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 282)

.46 caliber, 41.75" pinned octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, hardwood stock. Unmarked lock and barrel. Stepped flint lock with faceted, bridled pan and flat beveled swan neck cock. Reconverted to flint with moderate pitting at breech and the shadow of the percussion drum on the barrel flat at the touchhole. Lightly carved four-piece brass patchbox. Additional brass mountings include a two-piece buttplate, semi-pistol gripped triggerguard, flat two-screw side plate, a 1.875" nose cap, two ramrod faceted thimbles and an entry pipe. Stock with 1.6" wide butt, raised cheek rest, raised carved foliate patterns behind the cheek rest and around the breech plug tang, with simple raised aprons to the rear of the lock and the counterpane.

Condition: Good. Barrel with an evenly oxidized brown color, showing light to moderate pitting. Brass with a medium golden patina. Lock functional, bore smooth, heavily oxidized and pitted. Stock with wear, a repaired break at the wrist with added finish, forend with wood loss, splintering, numerous cracks and some repairs. Wood with added finish and concealing stain at some repairs, particularly at the wrist.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Flintlock Kentucky Style Rifle Signed P Belles

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 282)

.45 caliber, 41" wedge-retained octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, curly maple stock. Top barrel flat signed P Belles in script. Joseph Goulcher marked commercial flint lock with fenced waterproof pan and roller frizzen is an apparent replacement, barrel reconverted to flint. Four-piece brass patch box with six piercings, showing simple engraving around the periphery. Other brass furniture includes the buttplate, toe plate, triggerguard, flat side plate, 1.5" nose cap, two faceted thimbles and matching entry pipe. Raised cheek rest, simple incised lines along toe and forend. Dovetailed notch rear sight with dovetailed brass front sight blade. Brass tipped wood ramrod with iron wiper at end. Peter Belles worked in Dauphin County, PA during the second quarter of the 19th century. A similar rifle that is more highly embellished and likely from the earlier part of Belles' career is pictured and described in Kindig's Thoughts on The Kentucky Rifle in its Golden Age on pages 226 and 227.

Condition: Good. Barrel moderately oxidized with some light to moderate pitting, mostly at the breech area. Iron with a plum brown patina. Brass cleaned with a golden tone that is starting to dull slightly. Mechanically functional lock, bore with moderate oxidation and scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock appears lightly sanded with some rounding to the sharp edges, incised lines in forend weak. Some wood loss and burn out between hammer and tang. Forend with a repair at the nose cap and some minor slivering along the upper edge. Patchbox spring and catch broken, door will not lock in place.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Composite British Liege Contract Short Land Pattern Musket

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 282)

.78 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Browned barrel with front sight/bayonet stud and full-length stock secured by pins. Button ramrod secured by four brass pipes including distinctive flared second pipe typical of Liege contract guns. Flat sideplate with brass triggerguard, buttplate, and blank thumb piece. Lock is a replacement with King's crown forward of cock and "TOWER." Lockplate shows features of the several models including a bridled pan, three-pronged spring finial, and evidence of an ordnance stamp forward of crown.

Condition: Poor to fair. Barrel has a dark brown patination with scattered rough areas of old pitting. Lock is poorly fitting in mortise with a section of missing wood around hammer and breech. Stock appears to have been sanded with a repair consisting of two nails rear of breech. Action is not functional, does not hold at cock and may need some sear adjustments to return to working order. Bore is dark.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

Southern Style Flintlock Rifle

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 282)

.44 caliber, 44.75" pinned octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass and iron furniture, rough hewn hardwood stock. Partially legible lock markings, lock reconverted to flint. Brass buttplate and side plate. Iron furniture includes the tiggerguard, sheet iron forend reinforcement cap, two ramrod thimbles and an entry pipe. Dovetailed notched rear sight, dovetailed front sight. Crude construction and assembly throughout. Includes a wood ramrod.

Condition: Good. Metal with an oxidized patina showing scattered pitting. Mechanically functional reconverted flint lock with some replaced parts. Bore moderately oxidized and pitted. Stock good, worn, with a long splintering crack running about 7" from the pan down the upper edge of the stock that is loose and not secure, forend with other glued cracks along the forend as well. Wood with bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Buck & Ball Flintlock Kentucky Rifle

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 282)

.48 caliber smoothbore, 45.4375" octagonal-to-round wedge-retained barrel with baluster turned rings at the transition, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, full-length hardwood stock with raised cheek rest and simple floral incised carving on the reverse of the butt. Top flat of barrel signed in script with two letters, possibly JT or JL. Unmarked commercial flint lock is a replacement, rifle reconverted to flint. Brass furniture includes rudimentary horse head finial four-piece open work patch box, butt plate, toe plate with cut out shield and circle designs, saddle plate, triggerguard, side plate, ramrod pipes, two-piece barrel wedges and sheet brass nose cap. Fixed notch rear sight, dovetailed blade front sight. Wood ramrod with iron wiper at end secured by two faceted pipes with baluster turned rings and entry pipe of the same design. German silver embellishments include a crescent moon on the cheek rest and oval thumb plate at wrist.

Condition: Very good. Barrel and lock with an oxidized brown patina mixed with traces of old browning, showing some scattered surface roughness and some minor light pitting. Mechanically functional, moderately oxidized bore with scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock good with a repaired diagonal crack at the octagonal-to-round transition and some repaired cracks along the forend, forward of the middle wedge. Reverse middle wedge missing. Patch box spring does not work and lid catch must be manually engaged.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Early Raised Carved Kentucky Rifle

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 282)

.50 caliber, 43.75" wedge retained octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, full-length hardwood stock with faux tiger striping. Unmarked barrel and lock. Flint lock a likely replacement appears to be in original flint with rounded, partially fenced and bridled pan, resurfaced steel (frizzen) and a flat beveled, swan neck cock. Barrel shows erosion and pitting at the breech consistent with percussion use. Four-piece sheet brass patch box, two-piece buttplate and flat, two-screw side plate, 1.875" sheet brass nose cap. Butt 1.875" wide, with a 4" drop at the heel, giving the stock a graceful Roman nosed appearance. Stock with raised carved floral decorations behind the raised cheek rest and around the entry pipe, with incised lines along the forend. Includes a brass tipped wooden ramrod.

Condition: Good. Metal moderately oxidized with even light pitting, more severe at breech and around touchhole area. Mechanically function, fair bore is smooth, moderately oxidized and pitted with some rust. Stock with substantial repairs at the wrist, with added wood and visible repaired cracks, forend with some wood repair as well, the balance of the stock with moderate bumps, dings and mars. Raised carving is weak and soft. Still an attractive and seemingly early production "Kentucky."

EST $ 4000 - 6500

Fullstock Flintlock Rifle

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 282)

.48 caliber, 43.125" hooked breech, wedge retained octagonal barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass furniture, full-length hardwood stock. Unmarked lock and barrel. Reconverted to flint, lock with a fenced and bridled rounded pan and a flat, beveled swan neck cock. Lock with light engraving at tail and on hammer neck. Mounted with an engraved brass four-piece daisy head patch box, additional brass furniture includes a 1.6" wide buttplate and engraved toe plate, triggerguard with extended grip spur, engraved lock escutcheons and facetted brass ramrod pipes. German silver escutcheons around barrel wedges. Stock with raised cheek rest with engraved feather motif German silver inlay, an engraved German silver inlay surrounded by a checkered diamond pattern to the rear of the rest and decorative silver wire set around the cheek rest, around the periphery of the counterpane, around the breech plug tang and around the buttplate tang. Checkered wrist. Includes a wooden ramrod with cleaning jag at the end.

Condition: Very good. Barrel cleaned to bright with scattered surface oxidation. Mechanically functional lock reconverted to flint with a replaced hammer, bore about very good with deep rifling and moderate oxidation with scattered pitting. Brass with a medium golden patina. Stock with some added finish, showing scattered bumps, dings and mars as well as some handling marks, but apparently solid and free of any major repairs.

EST $ 3500 - 7500

Barnett Brass Flintlock Barreled Blunderbuss

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 282)

1.25" flared cannon muzzle with baluster turned rings at transition, 14" barrel, no S/N. Brass barrel, steel lock, large "trade gun"-style brass triggerguard, plain brass buttplate. Lock in original flint marked BARNETT, with rounded fenced and bridled iron pan and flat beveled swan neck cock. London commercial proofs at breech. Replacement wood ramrod.

Condition: Good. Brass cleaned with a dull patina, lock cleaned to bright with light pitting. Mechanically functional, moderately oxidized bore. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Brass Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet by Wathen

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 282)

1.3" flared muzzle with baluster turned rings, two-stage 13.125" pinned round barrel with rings at breech, no S/N. Brass barrel and furniture, walnut stock, steel bayonet. 5.875" slightly rounded lock with pointed tail engraved Wathen under the pan. Lock with integral fenced and bridled iron and flat beveled swan neck cock with sliding safety at rear. Breech with Tower private proofs. Barrel mounted with 10.125" spring loaded bayonet on top. Flat 3-screw side plate and buttplate with simple engraving, triggerguard bow with minimal decoration and a rudimentary urn final. Includes an old brass tipped wood ramrod that is missing the sleeved jag at the end. William Wathen worked in London ca 1788-1800 (Blackmore)

Condition: Very good. Brass with a medium bronze patina, lock moderately oxidized, with a rich brown patina and some moderate pinpricking. Mechanically functional lock and bayonet, moderately oxidized bore. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars. Bayonet moderately oxidized with some light pitting and roughness.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Snap Bayonet Flintlock Blunderbuss by Rea

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 282)

1.25" flared muzzle, 13.75" barrel, no S/N. Brass barrel and furniture, case hardened lock, walnut stock, bright steel bayonet. Flat beveled stepped lock is lightly engraved with sliding safety at rear and marked REA. Lock in original flint with rounded fenced and bridled pan and flat beveled swan neck cock light engraved with foliate patterns matching those on the lock behind the hammer. Top of barrel marked - REA - 91 - MINORIES - LONDON. Breech with London commercial proofs. Engraved shield-shaped wrist escutcheon, buttplate engraved with panoplies of arms, engraved trigger with pineapple finial. 7.5" triangular-bladed snap bayonet mounted on top of barrel. Includes a horn-tipped wood ramrod with iron wiper at end. Stock with checkered wrist.

Condition: Very good. Brass with a dull golden patina. Markings remain clear, mechanically functional, moderately oxidized bore. Stock with a 3" repaired crack running diagonally through the front lock screw. Wood with added finish showing scattered bumps, dings and mars. Bayonet fully functional.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Double Barrel Flintlock Shotgun By Michel Beleur

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 282)

.58 caliber (20 gauge), 33.25" octagonal-to-round barrels, no S/N. Bright finish, straight gripped-stock with raised cheek rest, checkered wrist and forend. Locks engraved Michel on the reverse and possibly Berleui (?) on the obverse. Flat beveled locks with pronounced teat at the rear, fenced and bridled steel pans, swan neck cocks engrave with feather motifs. Engraved furniture with elaborate urn finial on front of the trigger guard and a doe on the bottom of the guard itself. Sling swivels in toe of stock and at entry pipe. Horn-tipped wood ramrod secured by two thimbles and an entry pipe. Includes an old, broken leather sling.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned with a dull pewter patina and scattered surface oxidation with age discoloration. Lock markings somewhat weak, engraving mostly clear and crisp. Mechanically functional locks, bores good with moderate oxidation and some pitting, mostly near the muzzles. Stock sanded, leaving the checkering weak with added finish on the wood.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

A Fine and Rare Silver Mounted Portuguese Miquelet Fowler Ca 1790 with Silver Inlaid Spanish Barrel

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 282)

A Fine and Rare Silver Mounted Portuguese Miquelet Fowler Ca 1790 with Silver Inlaid Spanish Barrel by Bustindui and Pattalia Lock by Gomes

.68 caliber, 33.3" barrel. Portuguese guns are extremely rare and they have a slightly different form than Spanish guns. Another Portuguese Miquelet gun was formerly in the collection of Clay P. Bedford and illustrated in his book, Decorated Firearms. The long barrel of Spanish form extensively inlaid at breech with gold and silver inlay and gold poincon. Silver front sight surrounded by silver inlay including double-headed birds. Silver barrel bands, raised silver rear sight with acorn finial. Silver triggerguard with acorn finial. Initials FG. Silver buttcap with acorn finial. Lock is of excellent construction with sophisticated engraving and roller bearing main spring. Figured exotic walnut stock with fluted butt in the Portuguese manner. Ivory tipped ramrod.

Provenance:Richard B Trethuey collection of Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Eric Vaule. Bridgewater, Connecticut

Condition: Barrel is a combination of aged brown and cleaning where inlays occur. Lock is aged brown. Face of frizzen signed by maker Manuel Gomes. Silver mounts in good condition throughout. Figured stock in fine condition throughout with minor marks. Bore is good. A very rare gun for the advanced collector of European fowling pieces or high art guns in general.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

1758 French & Indian Wars Carved Flat-Sided Horn

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 282)

8.5" length with an octagonal spout, signed D.M. and dated 1758 inside the perimeter of a six-point rosette. Opposite side initialed J.P. and dated 1840 inside the perimeter of a six-point rosette. One edge engraved with a firearm and opposite edge with an ax. Complete with an engrailed edge. Overall length 9". (Pictured on p. 215 in Johnston, James R. Accouterments III. Golden Age Arms Co., 1995.)

Condition: Very nice dark brown patina. Overall excellent.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Mid 18th Century Engraved New York State Map Horn

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 282)

This exquisite New York State map horn with elaborate engraving detailing important landmarks from the St. Lawrence River to Lake Ontario to the Mohawk River to the meeting point in Albany with the Hudson River ending in New York City. The city shows several detailed and polychromed buildings with a banner above marked "New York." Along the map we see several detailed ships with original polychrome. Also, several important cities are featured. These cities include Montreal, Saratoga, Ticonderoga, Niagara. Lakes that are engraved on this horn are Lake George, Lake Oneida and Lake Champlain. Several important Forts are featured including Ft. Ontario, Ft. Stainwix, Ft. Harriman, Ft. Henrik, Ft. Hunter, Still Water and Ft. Edward. Large United Kingdom coat of arms marked "dieu et mon droit." A good size horn measuring 15" through the curve to the end of the lobe. Wood base. The throat measures 1.5" to the raised rings. Raised rings to the spout measures 3".

Condition: A beautiful pre-Revolutionary War horn retaining most of the polychrome blending with an amber to brownish patina on the horn proper. Wood base with some linear carvings and missing some of the stain. The throat and spout are very good with some color fading. There is a crack 1.5" crack on the spout. Lightly polished edges with the exception of the lobe.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

Early American Saber with Regimental Inscription

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 282)

27.5" single-edged blade with 21" median fuller. Brass single-branch guard and semi-fluted horn grip. Reverse of blade engraved in script "Liba Hoyt, Second Liut Artily Co 35 Regt." Leather scabbard with brass throat and chape.

Condition: Blade has a mixed oxidized patina with some old pitting and light orange rust. Guard has a dull patination with some flaking on grip. Leather scabbard is in fair condition with some mix of flexibility and dryness. Old repair near chape. An interesting sword worthy of further research.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

18th Century American Horseman's Sword

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 282)

35.75" single-edge blade with full length median fuller and 26" sub-fuller. Iron half-basket guard with grooved wood grip and globular pommel.

Condition: Blade shows some moderate oxidation with some patches of old removed rust. Guard has a gunmetal patination with some very light old pitting. Guard has some stable hairline splits due to age. A good example of the utilitarian and unpretentious arms favored by Americans during the 18th century.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

US Model 1795 Type II Springfield Musket Twice Altered to Percussion

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42.5" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat, spring retained barrel bands. Lock with standard Springfield markings, dated 1808 at tail, buttplate tang dated 1808 as well. Breech with a deep diamond-shaped touch mark as well as US and P / {eagle head} / V proofs. Twice altered to percussion, once by the cone in barrel system with an evidently welded hole in the top of the barrel near the breech. The second alteration was by the French or drum method and this is the current configuration with a drum and nipple in the old touchhole location and a lightly engraved civilian pattern hammer. Sling swivels are replaced, retains a period button head ramrod.

Condition: Good. Chemically cleaned to a dull gray color. Markings mostly legible with even light to moderate pitting over most of the metal surfaces. Mechanically functional, fair smooth bore is heavily oxidized and pitted. Stock with wear, a large chip missing behind the middle barrel band on the reverse, scattered bumps and dings and some mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Springfield Model 1795 Type II Musket Dated 1808

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 282)

.69 caliber, 44.5" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat bands all retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} / SPRINGFIELD in an upward arc under the pan and dated 1808 on the tail. Buttplate tang with matching 1808 date and standard P / {eagle head} / V proof marks at breech, and a weak US on the barrel as well. Counterpane with block J.C. mark, but no expected inspection marks. This stamp is also present on upper rear of the reverse stock along with another J. Long rounded triggerguard plate measuring about 10.125". Lock reconverted to flint. Sling swivels missing. Includes a button head ramrod that is missing the threads at the end.

Condition: Good. Metal oxidized with mottled discoloration and some pitting, with weak barrel markings and stronger lock markings. Mechanically functional, heavily oxidized and rusty bore. Stock with wear, scattered bumps and dings, some slivered missing wood near the tip of the forend on the reverse and in the ramrod channel. Wood with some added finish.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1795 Springfield Musket Type II Dated 1806

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 282)

.69 caliber, 44" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat bands all retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} under the pan and marked SPRINGFIELD in vertical arc with date 1806 on the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1806. P / {eagle head} / V inspection marks on barrel, none legible on counterpane. Modified triggerguard, cut down from earlier Charleville pattern, with pointed front finial and measuring about 9.5". Lock appears to be in original flint with matching mating mark "1" on small parts with the top jaw and screw replaced. Barrel with moderately eroded touchhole in the correct location with some visible taper. Lock mounting screws mismatched. Upper sling swivel replaced, lower swivel missing. Lower band of Charleville pattern with holes for ramrod retention spring. Stock with initials RSB carved on reverse and cross and two dots on the obverse. Includes an iron button head ramrod that is missing the threads at the end.

Condition: Good. Metal with a mottled salt and pepper patina with dark gray discoloration over medium pewter gray. Markings legible in metal, not in wood. Mechanically functional, fair bore is heavily oxidized and rusty with pitting. Stock worn and sanded, with splintered chips missing along the upper edge of the reverse forend with wood filler at the tang. Stock with bumps and dings as well.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1795 Springfield Type II Musket Dated 1805

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42.25" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat bands all retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} under the pan and marked SPRINGFIELD in vertical arc with date 1805 on the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1807. No inspection marks on barrel or legible on counterpane, with a weak block J? behind the triggerguard tang. Later pattern triggerguard with rounded ends, measuring 10.325" long. Lock appears to be in original flint with matching mating mark "1" on small parts with cock repaired and possibly replaced. Top jaw and screw are replaced. Barrel with moderately eroded touchhole in the correct location with some visible taper. Lock mounting screws mismatched. Retains sling swivels and button head ramrod that is missing the threads at the end.

Condition: Good. Metal moderately oxidized with a mottled brown and gray patina, metal cleaned long ago and toning down. Mechanically functional lock, bore heavily oxidized with rust and some pitting. Stock worn, sanded with numerous cracks and some repairs around the lock mortise and forward portion of the counterpane, as well as through the butt. Also showing bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1795 Springfield Musket With 33" Barrel

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 282)

.69 caliber, 32.3125" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with two flat bands retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} under the pan and dated 1805 with SPRINGFIELD in a vertical arc on the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1806. Standard P / {eagle head} / V proof marks at breech, as well as US. Counterpane with illegible block letter inspection at tail. Lock in original flint with matching mating mark of a single punch dot on small parts. Top jaw and screw are replaced. Barrel with oversized, heavily eroded touchhole in the correct location. Bayonet lug on top of barrel 1.625" from muzzle. Stock drilled for a sling swivel screw in forend that passes through an added stud under the barrel and in toe of stock, both missing. Stock stamped H. MORSE vertically on obverse butt. Includes a reproduction ramrod. This appears to be one of the approximately 7,000 US M1795 muskets that had their barrels shortened to roughly 33" circa 1815.

Condition: Good. Metal moderately oxidized with a mottled brown and silvery gray patina. Metal with some surface roughness and scattered pitting. Markings in metal clear, weaker in wood. Mechanically functional, heavily oxidized bore. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars, with chips at toe of butt and around buttplate tang.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Model 1795 Springfield Musket Type II

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 282)

.69 caliber, 44.875" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat bands all retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} / SPRINGFIELD in an upward arc under the pan and dated 1809 on the tail. Buttplate tang with matching 1809 date and standard P / {eagle head} / V proof marks at breech, and a weak SNY (state of New York) ownership mark on the barrel as well. Counterpane with weak block "V" and script US and illegible block letter inspection. Lock in original flint with matching mating mark "O" on small parts and marked MM in script on the interior. Top jaw and screw are replaced. Barrel with oversized, heavily eroded touchhole in the correct location. Retains sling swivels and button head ramrod that is missing the threads at the end.

Condition: Good. Metal evenly pitted, cleaned with a dull pewter and bronze patina, the latter likely from old, dried grease. Mechanically functional, heavily oxidized bore with some light pitting. Stock sanded with bumps, dings and mars and chips missing from from both sides of the breech plug tang.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1795 Type 5 Springfield Flintlock Musket

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 282)

.72 caliber, 44.25" round barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with three flat, spring-retained barrel bands. Flat iron lock with pronounced teat at rear and fenced integral iron pan. Lock in original flint with matching single punch dot mating marks on most parts with the top jaw, top jaw screw and both lock mounting screws apparent replacements. Lock marked under the pan US / {spread-winged eagle} / Springfield, tail dated 1810. Buttplate tang dated 1811. Barrel with P/{eagle head}/V and two deep touch marks on upper left quadrant of breech with US on top of breech. Barrel appears to be in original flint with moderately eroded touchhole that is slightly oversized, but remains tapered and is correctly located in the pan. Legible script US on counterpane, with illegible weak oval cartouche behind the triggerguard. Matching VI assembly marks on mainspring, under barrel, on breech plug and tang screw, and on the rear edges of the barrel bands. Retains both sling swivels and a period button head ramrod that has had the tail end modified to a pointed curly wiper.

Condition: Good. Metal lightly cleaned with scattered mottling and oxidized discoloration. Breech with some moderate pitting. Lock cleaned, mainspring cracked and supported by a wood shim, but remains functional. Bore heavily oxidized with some pitting. Breech plug tang broken and screw hole and welded. Stock worn, lightly sanded with some chipped loss around the rear of the lock and old chipped loss along the lower edge of the counterpane. Stock with a cracked repair running though the lock mortise area, and round the rear of the upper lock edge.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1812 Type I Springfield Flintlock Musket

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 282)

.69 caliber, 41.75" round barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with three flat, spring-retained barrel bands. Flat iron lock with pronounced teat at rear and fenced integral iron pan. Lock in original flint with matching backwards Z mating marks on most parts. Lock marked under the pan US / {spread-winged eagle} / Springfield, tail dated 1813. Buttplate tang dated 1813. Barrel with P/{eagle head}/V and a deep touch marks on upper left quadrant of breech with US on top of breech. Barrel appears to be in original flint as well, with a crisp touchhole that is correctly tapered and is correctly located in the pan. No cartouche present on counterpane. Matching "I" assembly marks on most parts. Retains a period button head ramrod, both swivels replaced.

Condition: Good. Metal lightly cleaned to bright with clear markings and some scattered surface oxidation. Mechanically functional, top jaw cracked, good bore is very dirty and moderately oxidized. Stock sanded and refinished.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Springfield Model 1795 Type III Musket

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 282)

.72 caliber, 42" barrel secured by three flat-spring retained barrel bands, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Reconverted flintlock marked with script US over a {spread-winged eagle} over SPRINGFIELD under the pan and dated 1811 horizontally at the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1812. Breech with P/ {eagle-head}/V proof marks, counterpane with script US inspection mark. Missing both sling swivels, retains a period button head ramrod with end modified as a screwdriver and no threads. Two large initials are present on the reverse butt, the first was a "C" or "G" that has been partially obscured and the second is a "W."

Condition: Good. Metal with a moderately oxidized brown patina, bright under the bands. Metal mostly smooth with some scattered surface roughness and moderate pitting at the breech. Metal markings remain legible as does cartouche. Lock expertly reconverted to flint from an apparent drum bolster percussion alteration. Stock cleaned and lightly sanded, but retaining good edges and showings scattered bumps, dings and bruises.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

British Board of Ordnance Canadian Indian Chief's Presentation Rifle by Henry Tatham Inscribed

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 282)

British Board of Ordnance Canadian Indian Chief's Presentation Rifle by Henry Tatham Inscribed to J Brant

24 Bore (.58 caliber), 30.625" wedge-retained octagonal barrel, S/N 32. Browned and blued finish, figured walnut stock with checkered wrist and raised cheek rest. Flat beveled flint lock with rounded, fenced and bridled water proof pan, roller frizzen and flat beveled swan neck cock. Lock with sliding safety at rear, platinum lined touchhole. Lock with lightly engraved decorations and further engraved Tatham in script under the pan. Lock and barrel remain in original flint configuration. Barrel with {crown}{broad arrow} and {opposed broad arrows} markings and a silver plaque set into the top of the breech engraved J Brant in script, with platinum bands on either side. Stock with same {crown}{broad arrow} and {opposed broad arrows} markings forward of patchbox, as well as what appears to be the number 32. Large blued Baker rifle-style patchbox in obverse stock engraved with panoplies of arms and geometric borders. Triggerguard with extended scroll to the rear, bow engraved with panoplies of arms, with additional fine engraving at the scroll and rear of plate. An engraved pineapple finial is present at the front terminus. Buttplate engraved with panoplies of arms and foliage themes as well. Barrel wedges surrounded by German silver escutcheons, with an additional lozenge shaped escutcheon at the wrist. Three-leaf rear sight with 200- and 300-yard folding leaves, blade front sight, horn forend tip, two blued steel thimbles and an entry pipe secure a horn tipped wooden ramrod with a ball puller at the end.

Henry Tatham (1770-1835) was a London gunmaker initially working at Firth Street and moving to 37 Charing Cross ca1800, where the firm remained until 1833, where he also worked in partnership with Joseph Egg ca1801-1814. He was listed as Sword Cutler & Beltmaker-in-Ordinary to King George III in 1798 and Gunmaker to the Prince of Wales in 1799. (Blackmore) He is probably most famous for producing presentation rifles for the British Board of Ordnance in 1816 for distribution to Canadian Indian Chiefs. Most of the remaining examples of these scarce and important presentation rifles are in the Royal Armories Museum as they were never distributed. Tatham also made lesser grade Indian presentation rifles for the Board of Ordnance as well.

This example has a silver plaque engraved "J Brant”. That would suggest the famous Mohawk chief Joseph Brant (1743-1807), who died in 1807. His son John Brant (1794-1832) fought on behalf of the English at the battle of Queenston Heights and other battles during the War of 1812, serving as a Lieutenant in the British Indian Department. We have determined that the plaque in the breech is a more recent addition likely added to enhance its historical importance and though well executed is incorrect. The rifle is a genuine Tatham Board of Ordnance Indian Rifle intended for Canadian Indian allies, the attribution and presentation are later additions.

Condition: Good to very good. Barrel cleaned to bright with some traces of brown underneath where it has been protected by the stock. Scattered minor surface oxidation and discoloration is present on the barrel. Markings on metal remain extremely clear and sharp. Lock in fine mechanical condition with some traces of niter blue on the hammer. Patchbox with some on of the bright blue remaining and crisp engraving. Bore fine, with deep 11-groove rifling with sharp edges, showing some scattered oxidation and light pitting. Missing the lower barrel wedge. Stock with old added varnish and a poorly executed repair to cracks running from the lower wedge escutcheon on the obverse to the barrel channel, with a piece of chipped wood reset along the barrel line at the top edge of the stock. A competent wood repairman could significantly improve the appearance of this damage. Otherwise the stock shows only scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 15000 - 25000

US Springfield Model 1807 Indian Carbine

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 282)

.54 caliber, 33.375" pinned barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass furniture, smooth walnut stock. Re-converted flint lock marked US / {spread-winged eagle} / SPRINGFIELD in an upward arc and dated 1808 at the tail. Brass buttplate tang date 1809. Barrel with P / {eagle head} / V proof marks and breech marked US. Counterpane with script US mark. Includes a replacement wooden ramrod. Only 1,202 of these rare "carbines" were produced circa 1807-1809. A hard piece to find in any condition for the Springfield collector.

Condition: Good. Barrel slightly short of full-length, with a mottled and oxidized brown and gray patina with some surface roughness, light pitting and moderate discoloration. Mechanically functional lock, most markings legible with the Eagle on the lock very weak. Bore evenly oxidized with some pitting. Stock with wear, a clear "US" on the counterpane and with splintering and loss along the forend with an 11" piece missing on the reverse, repaired cracks, added finish and possible some filler along the obverse, as well as a repaired crack at the entry pipe. A couple of the barrel pins relocated and replaced, old pin holes present and oversized.

EST $ 3000 - 6000

J Henry Single-Shot Flintlock Martial Pistol

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 282)

.55 caliber, 10" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock, brass furniture. Lock with weak HENRY/PHILA at tail of lock. Pinned barrel with weak {eagle head} in a depressed oval. An apparent restock of a martial "J Henry" pistol from the first decade of the 19th century, likely restocked sometime in the mid-19th century with a bulbous grip and saw handle profile stock. A notched rear sight was added to the breech plug tang at that time. Stock with brass triggerguard and nose cap, two brass ramrod pipes and brass side lock screw escutcheons. Lock reconverted to flint. Includes a wooden, horn tipped ramrod. Former Locke collection and pictured on page 229 of The William Locke Collection.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright, leaving markings weak. Barrel with scattered surface oxidation and some minor roughness, lock with moderate pitting. Reconverted lock mechanically functional, bore moderately oxidized with some pitting. Stock refinished with a repair at the tang, a couple of small repaired cracks at the tail of the lock mortise and on the obverse at the front stock pin.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

British Pattern 1796 New Land Pattern Pistol

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 282)

.65 caliber, 9" wedge-retained barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Single-shot flintlock British cavalry pistol with captive swivel ramrod. Lock with George III cipher and {broad arrow} inspection, British military proofs on barrel, storekeeper's mark dated 1800 at wrist. Lock in original flint with fenced and bridled rounded iron pan and flat lock believed reinforced.

Condition: Very good. Retains some brown with clear markings throughout. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation and some pitting. Stock crisp with a repaired crack at the ramrod entry with some added finish.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Early US Springfield Model 1795 Type I Musket Dated 1802

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 282)

.72 caliber, 44.5625" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat bands all retained by springs to their rear. Flat flint lock with pronounced teat at rear marked US / {spread-winged eagle} under the pan and marked SPRINGFIELD in vertical arc without date on the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1802. Weak P / {eagle head} / V inspection marks on barrel, none legible on counterpane. Long, Charleville pattern triggerguard plate measuring about 12.25". Reconverted to flint. Lock mounting screws mismatched. Sling swivels in place. Stock branded H1H / COMP / A upside down on obverse stock. Reverse of butt carved H P. Includes an iron button-head ramrod with the threads at the end.

Condition: Good. Metal mottled, oxidized, stained and pitted with markings somewhat weak. Mechanically functional lock, heavily oxidized and lightly rusted bore. Stock worn, sanded and with cracks and repairs, with cracks at counterpane, repairs around the rear of the lock mortise, as well as chips missing around the lock. Forend with splintering chips missing along the upper reverse edge.

EST $ 3000 - 6000

US Model 1841 Rifle by Robbins, Lawrence & Kendall

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 282)

.54 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Standard Robbins, Kendall & Lawrence lock markings, dated 1847 at tail. No visible date on tang or proofs and inspection marks on breech due to pitting. Two weak cartouches on counterpane, one not legible, the other a script WAT. Retains original front and rear sights, both sling swivel and the brass tipped steel ramrod. A solid example of a Mexican War dated M1841 rifle from one of the less common makers, as Robbins, Kendall & Lawrence only produced 10,000 of these rifles ca 1845-1848.

Condition: Good. An untouched attic gun with traces of original bright brown lacquer under the barrel bands but with the exposed metal showing heavy brown surface oxidation and moderate to deep pitting at the breech and barrel area from percussion erosion. Markings clear on lock, not visible on barrel. Brass with an untouched dark golden patina. Mechanically functional, fair bore with visible 7-groove rifling that is heavily oxidized and moderately pitted. Stock with wear, a ding above the wrist from the hammer of another rifle and some rounding of the edges due to wear. Also showing scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Hall's Patent Breechloading Military Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 282)

.52 caliber, 32.625" barrel, no S/N. Browned and case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock. Single-shot, breechloading flintlock rifle with barrel secured by three pin-retained flat barrel bands. Top of breech block marked in four lines: J.H. HALL / H. FERRY / US / 1837. Retains original offset notch rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug with offset blade, sling swivels and iron ramrod (cleaning rod). Includes a US M1819 socket bayonet. A fine example of the US military arms to be produced at a national armory on the principle of interchangeable parts.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the thinning browned finish with some loss due to fading and wear. Clear and crisp markings, mechanically functional, fine bore. Stock fine and crisp with a feathery texture. Bayonet fine as well.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Remington Jenks Naval Carbine

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 282)

.54 caliber, 24.25" round barrel, no S/N. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Breech marked: Wm Jenks and in four lines: USN / RC / P / 1846. Mule-ear lock marked in three lines: REMINGTON'S/ HERKIMER / N.Y. Single weak cartouche on counterpane, a script RP of sub-inspector Richard Paine. Carbine is in the standard "modified" configuration with the oval rather than round loading aperture and a rifled bore. Sling ring remains in tang of triggerguard. One of 1,000 Jenks Mule Ear Navy Carbines manufactured by Remington ca 1847-48 which incorporated the Maynard automatic priming system into the lock. A scarce Mexican War era naval carbine.

Condition: Good. Barrel with a heavily oxidized patina with moderate surface roughness and pinpricking over most of its surfaces. Brass with a golden patina. Markings mostly legible, soft cartouche. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and scattered pitting. Stock with wear, scattered bumps and dings and various handling marks.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Percussion Altered US Model 1803 (M1814) Harpers Ferry Rifle

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 282)

.56 caliber, 36" octagonal-to-round barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, walnut half-stock with cheek rest. Harpers Ferry 1819 dated lock altered to percussion from flint by the "French" or drum method with an added civilian style hammer. Retains original rear sight and front sight, brass furniture including patchbox, barrel bored smooth, outline of cartouche on counterpane, old wood ramrod.

Condition: Good. Metal with a combination of old brown finish and oxidized patina, lock, breech and bolster with pitting. Lock markings legible, mechanically functional, weak mainspring. Smooth bore heavily oxidized and moderately pitted. Stock lightly sanded with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Springfield Standard Model of 1815 Type II Musket with Socket Bayonet

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 282)

.69 caliber, 41.5" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with recessed cheek rest and three flat bands all retained by Wickham's studs. Flat beveled flint lock marked US / {spread-winged eagle} / SPRINGFIELD in an upward arc under the pan and dated 1815 on the tail. Buttplate tang dated 1816 date and standard P / {eagle head} / V proof marks at breech. No visible inspection marks on counterpane, block FA and O to rear of triggerguard in toe of stock. Lock expertly reconverted to flint, as is barrel. Socket bayonet lug located 1.5625" from muzzle on top of barrel. Sling swivels are replaced. Includes a button head ramrod that is missing the threads at the end and what appears to be a Standard Model of 1815 replacement socket bayonet that fits on the musket, but does not fit perfectly.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright, toning down with scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Marks in metal legible, mechanically functional, heavily oxidized bore. Stock very good, cleaned and possibly lightly sanded with scattered bumps and dings. Bayonet about good.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1840 Springfield Flintlock Musket

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with three flat, spring retained barrel bands. Lock with {spread-winged eagle} / US under pan and marked SPRING/FIELD/1842 at tail of lock. Lock is a very high quality re-conversion to flint using an original fenced brass pan with inspection and mating marks which do not match the balance of the lock. Breech plug tang dated 1842 as well. Breech with usual V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. Barrel appears reconverted as well, with a touchhole that is slightly low and forward of center. No cartouches present. Retains both sling swivels. Ramrod is an old replacement trumpet head pattern that is only 39.5" in length with good threads.

Condition: Good. Barrel with dull gray patina and some oxizded discoloration as well as additional discoloration that appears to be the result of old, dried oil. Markings in metal remain legible, no markings in wood. Reconverted flint lock mechanism functional, bore moderately oxidized with some pitting. Stock with wear, lightly sanded, rounded edges and scattered surface marks and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Springfield Model 1822 (1816 Type II) Flintlock Musket

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, S/N D/d/39. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass pan, walnut stock. Lock marked with a {spread-winged eagle}/US under the pan and in three-lines vertically behind the hammer SPRING/FIELD/1832. Breech plug tang dated 1832 as well, breech serial numbered D/d 39 with a depressed P and {eagle head}/V set of proof marks on the upper left breech. Counterpane with clear script ET (Elisha Toby) and TW (Thomas Warner) cartouches with a fine and clear script JS (John Stebbins) cartouche behind the triggergaurd, along with a block tiny SLL stock inspection mark. Bottom of brass pan inspected with an N as is the steel (frizzen) spring and the neck of the hammer. All lock parts with a matching X assembly mark either internally or externally, including the screw heads. Most of the internal lock parts retain at least some of their fire blued finish with some retaining large amounts and even the steel spring retaining some flaked traces of fire blue. Lock remains in original flint and is unaltered, as is the barrel, which remains in original flint as well with internal camera inspection revealing no welding or bushing. The touchhole is properly tapered and well centered in the pan, showing some minor oxidation and internal erosion. The musket retains both sling swivels as well as an original, full-length button head ramrod. A really lovely example of a National Armory Brown US Model 1822 (1816 Type II) in original flint and very crisp condition with lots of original finish.

Condition: Very fine. Retains much of the arsenal browned finish, with some thinning and loss, most notably on the barrel bands. Lock with a dark mottled deep brown patina, pan deeply oxidized with some verdigris. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation. Stock fine, crisp with fine cartouches, showing some scattered bumps and dings a couple of minor surface finish chips in the wood and a grain crack at the upper rear of the lock that is starting to lift slightly and should be attended to. Overall a really wonderful original flint M1822 musket with lots of original finish.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

US Springfield Standard Musket of 1815 Type III

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with recessed cheek rest and three flat, spring-retained barrel bands. Lock marked with a script US over a {spread-winged eagle} over the word SPRINGFIELD in an upward arc. The lock is dated 1816 at the tail. Breech marked US on top with with P/{eagle head}/V proof marks at the upper left quadrant. The buttplate tang is also dated 1816. A legible script ET (Elisha Toby) cartouche is present at the tail of the counterpane with a script S (John Stebbins) in an oval behind the triggerguard as the final inspection mark. Examination of the lock shows matching 0 mating marks on all of the internal components. Pan marked GR on the inside and lock plate with an HC cartouche in a rectangle with a zig-zag border inside the lock plate. Integral iron fenced and bridled pan, rounded reinforced cock. Mainspring with ||| file slash mating mark, with the same assembly marks under the barrel and on the breech plug tang. Front lock screw with matching 3-slash mating mark, other lock screw and tang screw unmarked. Lock appears to remain in original flintlock configuration. Barrel appears to be in original flint as well, with internal camera inspection revealing no welding of the barrel or bushing of the touchhole. Touchhole is slightly large, but not unreasonably large for this period of production. It appears to be slightly tapered and is located slightly forward of center in the pan. Retains both sling swivels and a correct pattern, full-length button head ramrod with threads at the end. A socket bayonet stud is located on top of the barrel 1.5" from the muzzle. The Standard Musket of 1815 was the final musket variant produced before the adoption of the US M1816 pattern family of long arms, bringing to an end the French "Charleville" influenced series of muskets that had been the mainstay of the US military from the adoption of the Model 1795 musket. A scarce and important musket in the evolution of US martial flintlock arms.

Condition: Fine. Metal lightly cleaned to bright, with some scattered minor surface oxidation and age discoloration. All markings remains clear and sharp. Mechanically functional, good bore with scattered oxidation and some light pitting. Stock crisp with a feathery texture, showing some handling marks, dings and mars and a 1.75" chip out of the stock at the left side of the tang.

EST $ 2000 - 3500

Springfield US Model 1840 Flintlock Musket

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel secured by three flat, spring-retained barrel bands, no S/N. Bright finish, brass pan, walnut stock. Lock marked with usual {spread-winged eagle}/US under pan and SPRING/FIELD/1841 vertically at tail of lock. Tang re-stamped 1841 to match lock in individual dies in the wrong direction. Barrel with weak V/P/{eagle head} proofs at breech. Stock with smeared shadow of a cartouche on the counterpane. Reconverted to flint. Retains both sling swivels and includes a reproduction ramrod that is short of full length.

Condition: Good. Metal with a moderately oxidized patina and some areas of light to moderate pitting. Barrel and lock reconverted to flint, apparently from a drum conversion. Mechanically functional, fair bore that is moderately oxidized with scattered pitting. Stock sanded with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

US Springfield Model 1828 (M1816 Type III) Conversion Musket

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, color case hardened lock, walnut stock with barrel secured by three flat, spring retained barrel bands with the upper one double-strapped. Standard Springfield lock markings, dated 1839 at tail with breech tang dated 1840. Breech with standard V / P / {eagle head} proof marks. Counterpane with crisp script ET (Elisha Tobey) and TW (Thomas Warner) cartouches, with an equally fine script AH (Asahel Hubbard) behind the triggerguard with a block JBS. Retains both sling swivels, as well as an original button head ramrod.

Condition: Fine. Metal lightly cleaned to bright, with clear markings. Lock with some muted case color, richer on hammer. Mechanically functional, fine bore, stock crisp with fine cartouches and showing scattered bumps and dings from handling and use.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Model 1819 2nd Production Hall Rifle

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 282)

.52 caliber, 32.625" barrel, no S/N. Browned and case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock. Single-shot, breech loading flintlock rifle with barrel secured by three pin-retained flat barrel bands. Top of breech block marked in four lines: J.H. HALL / H. FERRY / US / 1838. Retains original offset notch rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug with offset blade, sling swivels and iron ramrod (cleaning rod). A really fine example of the US military arms to be produced at a national armory on the principle of interchangeable parts.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the lacquer browned finish with some scuffing, thinning, wear and loss. Crisp markings on breech, mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with some lightly scattered oxidation. Stock crisp with a feathery texture and showing some scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Model 1840 Springfield Flintlock Musket

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel secured by three flat spring-retained barrel bands, no S/N. Bright finish, brass pan, walnut stock. Lock marked with a {spread-winged eagle} over US under the pan and in three vertical lines behind the hammer: SPRING/FIELD/1843. Barrel tang dated 1843 as well. Breech with V/P/{eagle head} proofs. A clear, correct script AH (Asahel Hubbard) cartouche is present on the counterpane. Matching assembly marks of both a "2" and a "4" are present inside the lock, with the pan bolsters marked "2" at the front and "4" at the rear. Bridle marked both "2" and "4" and inspected "G" with sear marked "2" and tumbler marked "2" and inspected with a "G" as well. Lock plate inspected with a "W" and a "G", bottom of pan interior marked "R" as is the internal face of the steel (frizzen) screw. Bottom of pan inspected "H" on the exterior. Inner face of hammer neck inspected "R." Lock appears to be in original flintlock configuration in every respect. Barrel appears to be in original flint as well, with internal camera inspection not revealing any welding or touchhole bushing. Breech flats do show some light vise marks and the breechplug tang shows some minor damage as well from improper removal. Both barrel and breech plug show the matching assembly number "14." Musket retains both sling swivels and an original, full-length trumpet head ramrod with good threads at the end. The initial J.B are deeply carved in the reverse buttstock at the buttplate. Slightly more than 30,000 of these flintlock muskets, the last of such guns to be produced officially at Springfield, were manufactured between 1840 and 1844. Nearly all were subsequently altered to percussion, making original flint examples extremely scarce. This appears to be a correct, original flint example of these scarce and desirable US military flintlock muskets.

Condition: Fine. Metal lightly cleaned to bright with some light surface scratches and minor marks on the barrel. Markings remain clear and crisp throughout. Lock in original flint, barrel appears to be as well with a nicely oxidized, correctly tapered touchhole that is well centered in the pan. Mechanically functional, bore with scattered oxidation and some light pitting. Stock fine with crisp edges, a fine cartouche and some scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 4000 - 8500

US Model 1830 Springfield Cadet Musket

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 282)

.56 caliber, 36" barrel secured by three flat spring-retained barrel bands, S/N 134. Bright finish, walnut stock. Reconverted flintlock marked with a {spread-winged eagle} / US under the pan and SPRING / FIELD / 1830 at tail. Breech with raised P in a sunken sunburst, {eagle head}, V proof marks. No date present on tang, no cartouche on stock. Socket bayonet stud located on top of barrel, 1.25" from the muzzle. Retains both sling swivels and full-length trumpet head ramrod with good threads on the end. The US Model 1830 Cadet Musket was the first "official" cadet musket produced for use at West Point with only 307 produced between 1830 and 1831. Of these, 154 were produced with 36" barrels and 153 were produced with 40.25" barrels. A very scarce US martial long arm, rarely found for sale in any condition.

Condition: Good to very good. Metal with a dulling pewter patina showing scattered flecks of surface oxidation and age discoloration. Some light pitting is present around the breech area. Markings remain clear in the metal, wood without any markings. Reconverted flint lock functional with a moderately oxidized and pitted smooth bore. Stock relatively crisp with good edges and scattered minor bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 3500 - 7000

Pair Philadelphia Percussion Deringer By Henry Deringer

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 282)

.36 caliber, 2.75" barrels, both have a "P" on the left side of the flat at the breech. Notched rear sight on the breech with blade front sight, German silver furniture. Walnut stocks with checkering. Two German silver lines inlaid on the breech. Engraved locks with brown barrels.

Condition: Barrels have a faded brown finish with some mars. Locks and hammers still retain some of the case hardened finish. Stocks are in good condition with overvarnish. Overall nice pair.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Model 1836 R.Johnston Flintlock Pistol

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 282)

.54 caliber, 8.5" barrel. Of standard configuration throughout; lock dated 1839.

Condition: Barrel is polished bright over minor pitting. Lockplate is fine, possibly retaining faded case colors. Hammer and frizzen varnished over old minor pitting. Triggerguard and backstrap polished bright. Stock with some wear to visible cartouches. No cracks or losses. Action is good. Small parts are original. Bore is good. An acceptable example of the last U.S. flintlock martial pistol. Cock screw is replaced.

EST $ 1000 - 1200

An Extremely Rare Colt Civilian Walker Revolver

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 282)

.44 caliber, 9" barrel, S/N 1102. An extremely rare Colt Walker that can only be thought of as a civilian overrun. Civilian Walkers are thought to be from serial number 1,000-1,100 with 100 manufactured. Serial number 1104 with a belt hook, formerly in the Connecticut State Library and sold as part of the Warren Anderson collection at Butterfield and Butterfield is a true transitional Walker with a shorter barrel and Dragoon-type loading lever. Serial number 1102 is a regular Walker with 9" barrel. 1102 was originally discovered by Damon Mills as a frame, barrel and cylinder all bearing the number 1102. Later the original triggerguard bearing 1102 was purchased by Mills from noted Colt expert John R. Gangel. Mills suggest in his 1989 advertisement that the gun was made from rejected contract parts. Noted Texas collector Tom Seymour had authenticated this gun in 1993. Colt Walker expert John R. Gangel re-authenticated the gun with alterations and replacements at the 2020 Las Vegas Antique Arms Show.

Condition: Gun has been cleaned, none of the usual markings other than serial numbers remain. Grips, hammer and plunger are replaced as well as other minor replacements. Bore is poor, but rifling is clearly visible. Action is crisp and functions properly. Cylinder has strong traces of original cylinder scene with a Dragoon firing a Colt revolver at fleeing Indians. There are many Walkers that are better, but many more that are in much worse condition. With replacements as noted, serial number 1102 remains a good example of Colt's most desirable model. Accompanied by original letters attesting to the authenticity of this Walker.

EST $ 30000 - 50000

A Fine #5 Holster Model 'Texas' Colt Paterson with Extra Cylinder Serial Number 23

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 282)

7.5" barrel, .36 caliber. S/N 23 is a fine early all-original example of the most desirable Paterson Colts. Barrel has a particularly well rolled address, Pat Arms M'g Co. Paterson N.J. Colts Pt. Original German silver fore-sight. Both cylinders #23 with hold-up scene of stagecoach and Colt legend clearly visible. Blued frame with case hardened hammer, folding trigger, highly figured varnished walnut grips also properly numbered 23.

Condition: Octagonal barrel retains considerable original blued finish especially towards the muzzle and no pitting, just staining. Wedge is un-numbered, but appears to be an original Paterson wedge. Barrel lug numbered 23. Bore is excellent for a Paterson with crisp multi-groove rifling. Frame retains some original blue, mostly on left side where it is quite strong. Back strap mostly smooth gray metal with traces of blue where strap meets frame. Recoil shield with traces of blue. Hammer with traces of case hardening. Cylinders are mostly grey metal with good scene. All nipples appear to be genuine and original. Action is crisp and functions properly. Figured grips retain considerable original varnish with flaking and very minor marks. A full dimensioned and very attractive Texas Paterson with early serial number.

EST $ 125000 - 175000

19th Century American Militia Officer's Sword

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 282)

31.5" spearpoint blade, 1" wide at ricasso with 11" median fuller. Cast brass crossguard with carved bone grip. Cast brass eagle pommel. Blade etched throughout with floral sprays in addition to martial and patriotic themes including American eagle with banner. Ricasso marked with script Ames manufacture marking. Brass scabbard with adornment en suite.

Condition: Good. Blade is mostly bright with some scattered oxidation. Etching is in good condition with sharp details showing some wear. Some wear and darkening to brass with some loss of wash.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Engraved Tansel Powder Horn Dated 1843

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 282)

A lovely engraved Tansel powder horn measuring 14.5" through the curve to the knob on the base. The horn is marked in 2 lines "His Name You Shall Hear It And Never Forget" over "The Friend of America Brave Lafayette" and then dated "1843." Under the banner is a gentleman on horseback with 2 dogs chasing 2 deer next to a tree. Under that is a man with a bow and arrow. Underneath the man is marked "Black Hawk." Next to this marking is the typical Tansel patriotic eagle holding the banner in his beak marked "E. Pluribus Unum." The left eagle claw gripping 4 arrows while the right eagle claw is gripping the olive branch. Next to the eagle is a decorative scroll engraving with 2 shaking hands above it. Engrailed edge with border engraving at the base. Brass pegs connecting the base to the horn proper. Smooth throat to raised ring and spout.

Condition: Very good to excellent overall condition on this Tansel engraved powder horn with typical scenes. Retains some of the polychrome on the eagle blending to a yellow patina throughout the horn proper. The wood base, throat and spout wit a light brown patina. The engraving is sharp and crisp.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

Engraved Tansel Powder Horn Presented By D.M. Dobson To James W. Dobson

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 282)

A rare presentation Tansel powder horn presented by D.M. Dobson to James W. Dobson. Measuring at 13" through the curve making this a desirable Tansel horn. The rare presentation markings are as follows "James W. Dobson presented by D.M. Dobson." The opposite side marked in 2 lines "His name you shall hear it and never for-get The Friend of America brave Lafayette." With all the standard Tansel themes this horn has 2 deer running from 2 large hunting dogs next to a gentleman holding a gun next to well-dressed woman. Large patriotic eagle with banner in its beak marked "E. Pluribus Unum." Left eagle claw with 4 arrows and the right with olive branch. Engrailed edge around the throat and border engraved base. Brass pegs connecting the base to the horn proper. Smooth throat to the raised ringed and spout.

Condition: Very good to excellent overall condition on a rare presentation Tansel horn. Very sharp and crisp engravings covering the typical Tansel engraved scenes. Retaining some of the polychrome on the ealgle and gentleman. The horn proper has a pleasing patina from deep yellow to a mustard patina near the base. The base, throat and spout with a dark brown patina that displays well.

EST $ 6000 - 9000

Rare Iron Mounted 1st Model Merrill Carbine

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 282)

.54 caliber, 22.125" round barrel, S/N 949. Bright finish, iron mountings with single brass barrel band, breech loading percussion ignition carbine. 1st Type Merrill lock markings with serial number 949 at tail of lock, 949 also on breech lever. Standard Merrill breech lever markings, no visible cartouche. All furniture, usually of brass, including the patchbox, triggerguard and buttplate is of iron, all of which are numbered "19." Broken iron barrel band, also numbered "19" is included, with a reproduction brass band currently in place. Correct rear sight with the 300-yard leaf broken and missing, iron blade front sight, retains sling bar and ring. An extremely rare example of an iron mounted 1st Model Merrill Carbine, rarely seen for sale on the collector market.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright with some pitting and oxidized discoloration. Most markings legible. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and moderate pitting. Stock sanded with a crack in the wrist that borders the breech tang. Wood showing numerous bumps, dings and mars and some chipped loss along the upper edge of the reverse forend.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Cartridge Altered 2nd Model Burnside Carbine

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 282)

16 gauge (full), 21.25" barrel, no S/N. Nickel-plated finish, smooth walnut buttstock. 2nd Model Burnside carbine altered to cartridge shotgun with an interesting spring loaded firing pin in the remnants of the breech block. Lock plate marked BRISTOL FIRE ARM CO, with breech marked in four lines: BURNSIDE'S / PATENT / MARCH 25th / 1856. Original rear sight was moved to the top of the receiver, with the barrel dovetail filled, which is now off-axis from it original location several degrees to the left. Front sight reset on end of barrel above muzzle. Sling swivel in toe missing. An interesting alteration, likely by a Western gunsmith to turn an obsolete percussion carbine into a more modern cartridge shotgun.

Condition: Good. Retains some flaked nickel on the receiver, barrel with a mostly mottled and oxidized patina showing some pitting. Markings mostly legible. Appears mechanically functional; bore fair and pitted. Stock with wear, bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 800 - 1200

Springfield U.S. Model 1864 (1863 Type II) Rifle-Musket

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel secured by three rounded, spring retained bands, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Standard Springfield lock markings, dated 1864 at tail. Breech with matching 1864 date and V / P / {eagle head} proof marks. Two legible script cartouches are present on the counterpane, an FWS and an ESA. Retains a M1861 pattern rear sight with the 300-yard leaf broken, the original upper sling swivel and an original, full-length ramrod. The lower swivel is a replacement. A decent example of a US M1864 (M1863 Type II) rifle musket, the last of the US percussion muzzle-loading long arms to be produced at Springfield Arsenal.

Condition: Good. Metal with a fairly evenly oxidized brown patina, with some scattered minor roughness and light pitting. Markings remain legible, clear on lock, less so on barrel. Mechanically functional, good bore is dark near the muzzle but bright further down with good rifling and scattered light pitting near the muzzle. Wood lightly sanded, leaving the cartouches weak, showing scattered bumps and dings and a small piece of wood replaced behind the bolster.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

British Pattern 1856 Enfield Cavalry Carbine

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 282)

.58 caliber, 21" barrel, no S/N. Blued and color case hardened finish, brass mountings, walnut stock. Lock marked TOWER / 1862 with the British crown at the tail and no "VR." Barrel with standard Birmingham commercial proof marks, a 25 and 24 gauge mark and secured by two clamping bands. Retains correct multi-leaf rear sight, front sight, captive swivel ramrod and the sling bar and ring. A period snap cap has been added with a screw replacing the original tiny eye-ring that was forward of the triggerguard.

Condition: Very good. Barrel with faded traces of finish, having oxidized to mostly smooth plum brown patina. Clear markings, mechanically functional, very good bore with some oxidation and lightly scattered pitting. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars and a couple of tiny grain cracks around the lock mortise.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

2nd Type Lindner Carbine by Amoskeag Mfg. Co.

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 282)

.58 caliber, 20" round barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Rotating breech, percussion ignition, breech loading carbine based upon Edward Linder's patent. Amoskeag-marked lock dated 1864 at tail, standard Linder's Patent markings on breech block. Retains correct pattern rear sight, front sight and sling ring in rear of triggerguard bow. The very first Linder-type carbines produced were modifications of surplus Austrian rifles and were the earliest deliveries. Later production guns were produced by Amoskeag Manufacturing Co of Manchester, NH with the first type unmarked and accepted for US military service, while the 2nd type with Amoskeag marked locks were never accepted and were finally sold off during the Franco-Prussian War ca 1870.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned to bright with some scattered surface oxidation, discoloration and some light pitting. Markings remain mostly legible, slightly weak on lock. Mechanically functional, very good bore with strong rifling and scattered oxidation with some pitting. Thumbscrew breech latch replaced, original broken with fixed version installed. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Confederate Refurbished Harpers Ferry Model 1842 Musket with Bayonet

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock, barrel secured by three flat, spring retained bands with the upper band double strapped. Harpers Ferry marked lock dated 1847 at tail, with the eagle and US machined off and some pitting present. Tang dated 1846, small V/P/{eagle head} proofs at upper left of breech. Stock with no cartouche and a deeply struck "T" in the wood in front of the triggerguard. This mark is considered to be a Confederate repair and refurbishment mark. Wood fit is imperfect, particularly at the tang, suggesting a replacement stock, likely a gun assembled from parts by the Confederacy, using stocks that were obtained from Harpers Ferry after Virginia troops took over that facility. Retains both sling swivels, a correct pattern original ramrod and a US M1835 Replacement Bayonet (aka M1842 bayonet).

Condition: Fine. Metal cleaned to bright, some pitting on lockplate, most markings clear. Mechanically functional, fine bore. Stock crisp with scattered bumps and dings, and some minor wear along high edges.

EST $ 1500 - 2000

US Model 1841 Harpers Ferry Rifle With Snell Alteration

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 282)

.55 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. 1849 dated Harpers Ferry lock, stock with three small pilot router holes in patchbox, as is correct, buttplate without US as is correct. No visible markings on barrel. One of the 1,646 M1841 rifles altered to the "Ring Bayonet" system, known to collectors today as the Snell alteration. Muzzle notched to receive the locking lug of the saber bayonet that had a locking system built into the muzzle ring. Base of the screw adjustable Snell rear sight is in place, however the ladder is missing. Retains a damaged front sight blade and rear sling swivel. Upper swivel missing, ramrod a quality modern replacement.

Condition: Fair. Well worn, heavily used with moderate to heavy pitting on the barrel and the lock cleaned to bright. Brass generally uncleaned. Mechanically functional, poor bore with weak rifling and heavily rusted. Stock worn with numerous bumps, dings and mars and some wood loss behind the bolster.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Fifth Model Burnside Carbine

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 282)

.54 caliber, 21" barrel, S/N 17214. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock and forend secured by a single barrel band. Standard Burnside lock and receiver markings, matching numbers on receiver and breech block. Clear scrip EPR (Edwin P Richardson) and RKW (Robert K Whitely) cartouches at reverse wrist. Retains correct pattern leaf rear sight, front sight, sling bar and ring and sling swivel in toe.

Condition: Very good. Retains much of the blue on the barrel and lever with fading, flaking and loss and showing freckled surface rust. Receiver with slightly muted case colors. Markings remain legible, cartouches fine. Mechanically functional, fair bore with strong rifling and heavy oxidation with moderate pitting. Stock with some wear, show scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

2nd Model Maynard Carbine

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 282)

.50 caliber, 20" barrel, S/N 13807. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut buttstock. Standard Maynard frame markings, clear script GWS and JM cartouches, block GWS on barrel. Retains correct multi-leaf rear sight, fixed front sight blade, sling bar and ring.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blue on the barrel with some thinning and wear, showing scattered surface oxidation and some flecks of surface rust. Frame with much of the case color that is slightly muted. Crisp, clear markings, mechanically functional, fine bore with crisp rifling. Wood crisp with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Composite 1855 Type Rifle with Whitney High Hump Lock marked "CS" at Tail

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 282)

.58 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass barrel bands, iron buttplate and triggerguard. Walnut stock, spliced under the rear band. Whitney marked unfinished high hump lock, as used on their "High Hump" Good & Serviceable M1855 rifles and rifle muskets. Lock marked E. WHITNEY / N. HAVEN below bolster with added markings of CS / 1861 vertically at tail. Breech with individually stamped 1861 date over deep pitting and with added small "16" assembly number, again stamped over pitting, that appears on other parts of the gun. Stock of US M1861 pattern, shortened at some point with forend spliced with a straight cut and concealed by the rear band. Two unmarked, flat brass spring-retained barrel bands and the tang screw secure the M1855 type barrel. Barrel is mounted with a reproduction M1858 type rear sight, without steady pin, barrel is cut for steady pin. Correct front sight is in place, bayonet lug numbered 39 may have been reattached or may be a replacement, as the patina does not match the barrel. Iron triggerguard of US rifle musket pattern with sling swivel, chemically cleaned with a dull gray patina, upper band with swivel as well. Counterpane with ink marking that reads SHILOH over sanded wood. Includes a reproduction ramrod cut to length. An interesting composite rifle, worthy of some additional study.

Condition: Good. Barrel with moderate pitting at breech and replaced tang, otherwise showing a mottled and oxidized patina with scattered surface crust, impact marks and some pinpricking. Lock functional, bore with moderate pitting and visible rifling. Stock worn, spliced, sanded with wood loss around lock at the tang and an old repair of wood filler behind the tang. Stock with numerous bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1200 - 1600

Composite E. Whitney Good & Serviceable Percussion Rifle

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 282)

.58 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, iron nose cap and mountings, walnut stock. Similar to Whitney's Good & Serviceable "Enfield" type rifles, this gun uses a standard production 1863 dated Whitney lock with the large eagle and flag image, combined with a 33" barrel that is secured by solid US M1864-style barrel bands, secured by two band springs. The barrel is rifled with the traditional Whitney pattern 7 lands-and-grooves and does not have the usual Whitney alphanumeric mark near the muzzle. This, and the thickness of the barrel, suggests this is really a shortened rifle musket barrel, rather than a rifle barrel. The rifle has no saber bayonet lug like most of the short rifle Whitney variants and the front sight is brass blade of the M1841 pattern that will not accept a socket bayonet. The rear sight is also of the M1841 pattern. The stock appears to be a shortened M1861/63/64 rifle musket stock that measures 43.5" and has an unmarked iron buttplate. Breech devoid of markings. Retains both sling swivels and a Whitney-style brass-tipped steel ramrod. An interesting apparently "composite" rifle that does not match any of the known Whitney odd-ball contract arms of the late 1850s and early Civil War period, but was likely assembled out of parts and sold at the end of the conflict to those heading west and needing a reliable and robust gun that was not as ungainly as a rifle musket. The stock show signs of having been carried across a saddle with moderate wear and numerous dings between the lock mortise and lower band.

Condition: Good. Metal with a pewter patina and scattered surface oxidation. Lock with pitting. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and light to moderate pitting. Stock with wear, bumps, dings and mars and a crack behind the hammer running to the breech tang.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Arsenal Percussion Altered Model 1822 (M1816 Type II) Springfield Musket

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, color case hardened lock, walnut stock. Standard Springfield lock markings, dated 1829 with matching 1829 date on tang. Clear script Justin Murphy JM cartouche and Elizur Bates 3rd class for alteration rating cartouche EB/3 on counterpane with script John Stebbins' JS behind triggerguard. Springfield alphanumeric bayonet mating and inventory code at breech, Q/e 59. Retains both sling swivels, front sight and bayonet lug as well as the button head ramrod. Very few arsenal percussion altered M1816 pattern muskets were left brown, or were rebrowned after alteration. Most were struck bright. This is a fine example of a scarce National Armory brown percussion altered US musket.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the arsenal brown finish, with some thinning, scuffing, wear and loss. Lock with muted case colors. Clear markings, mechanically functional, very good bore with some oxidation. Stock crisp with scattered bumps, dings and mars and a tiny crack behind the breech plug tang.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Mississippi Rifle with Type IIB Arsenal Upgrades

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 282)

.54 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, case hardened lock, brass furniture, walnut stock with two spring-retained barrel bands. Lock marked with {spread-winged eagle} / US forward of the hammer, and in three-lines at tail of lock HARPERS / FERRY / 1851. Tang with matching 1851 date, small V/P/{eagle-head} proof marks and Harpers Ferry WW/P inspection. No US on buttplate, as is correct, with bayonet mating code H.60 on top of buttplate. Three router pilot holes in patchbox, weak block letter inspection mark in patchbox. Modified at Harpers Ferry ca 1854-1855 with the addition of a long-range rear sight graduated from 1 to 4 in small numbers on the right side with 100-yard steps on the sides and a saber bayonet lug with 1" guide key. The forend of the stock was appropriately shortened to accommodate mounting the saber bayonet and a new shorter, upper barrel band and cupped iron ramrod were added. Includes an Indian War period US M1887 pattern sling.

Condition: Good. Barrel with an evenly oxidized brown patina mixed with some thinning original brown here and there and under the barrel bands, showing some minor surface roughness. Lock with a dark gray and brown mottled patina. Markings in metal remain clear, weaker in wood. Brass with an uncleaned patina and heavy accumulation of green verdigris inside the patchbox lid. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong 7-groove rifling and heavy oxidation and some pitting along its length. Stock good with softened edges, numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars and some fresher surface scuffs and scratches at the reverse wrist. A small chip is also missing from the top of the stock at the buttplate tang. Sling about good to very good.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1851 Springfield Rifled & Sighted Cadet Musket with Bayonet

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 282)

.57 caliber, 40" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock with standard Springfield markings and dated 1835. Barrel with matching 1853 date and standard V/P/{eagle head} proofs. No visible cartouche. Rear barrel band numbered 203, typical of cadet use. Buttplate additionally rack numbered D/65. Rifled bore, correct 1855 pattern long-range rear sight and iron front sight. Original ramrod, correctly cupped for elongated ball ammunition. Retains both sling swivels. Includes an original, correct pattern US M1851 cadet socket bayonet, marked US on the ricasso, 268 on the rear of the socket and also with the number 3 on the socket and locking ring.

A scarce gun in its own right, only 4,000 M1851 cadet muskets were produced at Springfield ca. 1851-1853. Of these, slightly more than 300 were rifled and sighted with 300 subsequently issued to the West Point corps of cadets ca 1857. The bayonet is more scarce than the M1851 musket, and rarely encountered for sale. A must-have item for any collection of US military cadet rifles.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a mottled oxidized and slightly discolored patina over pewter gray. Markings in metal clear, mechanically functional, bore with strong rifling and some scattered pitting. Stock with scattered bumps and dings. Bayonet very good.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1863 Type II (M1864) Springfield Rifle Musket

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, color case hardened lock, blued rear sight, smooth walnut stock with three solid, spring retained barrel bands. Lock with standard U.S. / SPRINGFIELD and {spread-winged eagle} lock markings, dated 1864 at tail. Breech with matching 1864 date and standard V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. Script ESA in an oval cartouche on counterpane with illegible secondary cartouche. Correct 1864 pattern rear sight, musket pattern front sight/bayonet lug. Retains both sling swivels. Includes an incorrect tin-plated P1853 Enfield pattern ramrod. Includes a correct pattern US M1855 Type II socket bayonet.

Condition: Good. Metal lightly cleaned with a pewter patina and scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Lock with a mottled gray patina. Markings in metal remain clear, wood markings soft. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation. Stock with wear and numerous scattered bumps and dings. Bayonet about good.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

US Springfield Model 1858 Cadet Musket

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 282)

.58 caliber, 38" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat spring-retained barrel bands and a brass nose cap. Lock marked U.S./SPRINGFIELD forward of the primer magazine door with the usual {spread-winged eagle} on the door and dated 1860 at the tail. Breech weakly dated 1859 with the usual V/P/{eagle head} proof marks on the angled flat. Weak ESA cartouche on stock. Rear sight is an incorrect M1864 leaf sight. Rear sling swivel replaced. Retains what appears to be a correct pattern 1858 Cadet swelled-shank ramrod with threads at the end. Stock measures 50" overall and is correctly proportioned for an M1858 cadet rifle musket with correct barrel bands spacing. Only 2,501 M1858 cadet rifle muskets were produced at Springfield in two production runs in 1858 and 1860. The earlier production guns featured the M1855 pattern long range rear sight and a brass nose cap, while the later production guns had an iron nose cap and the later short-base M1858 rear sight. The first production guns were dated 1858 while the later production guns were dated 1860. This gun has a mixture of features with a brass nose cap, 1860 dated lock and an uncommonly 1859 dated barrel. The barrel does have the correct steady pin notch under the rear sight, so a correct pattern 1858 sight could be added to make the gun more correct.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned with a dulling pewter patina and some scattered age discoloration and minor surface oxidation. Markings remain clear and crisp in metal, stock unmarked. Mechanically functional, tape primer system remains complete and fully functional. Bore very good with scattered oxidation and some light pitting. Stock fine, with crisp edges and a feathery texture showing only some scattered minor bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Percussion Target Rifle W.S. Hudson, Cincinnati

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 282)

.45 caliber, 33.25" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Reblued barrel with varnished walnut half stock secured by wedge. Blade front sight with rear sight block and tang mounted aperture rear sight. Back action Golcher lock with set trigger. Barrel crowned and tapped for included false muzzle and ball-starter. Barrel marked "W. HUDSON CIN. O."

W.S. Hudson is listed as being active from 1852-1864 and produced percussion pistols and rifles. He was also known for producing telescopic sights and military sharpshooter's rifles.

Condition: Good as is. Some thinning of finish on sharp edges of barrel with some rebluing over old pitting. Some handling marks to stock. Action is non-functional. Bore is very good; bright with visible edges to rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Greene Patent Bolt Action Percussion Rifle

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 282)

.53 caliber, 35" barrel, S/N 3522. Blued finish, walnut stock, barrel secured by three flat, spring retained barrel bands. Tang marked in two lines: GREENE'S PATENT / NOV 17, 1857. Three large "C" marks are stamped along the top of the stock comb, with a fourth stamped into the top of the buttplate, along with four dashes. Retains original rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug, both sling swivels and correct pattern combination ramrod and cleaning rod. Trap in butt for storing cleaning brush which is not present. This unique underhammer percussion bolt action breech loading rifle uses Charles Lancaster's patent oval bore that appears smooth to casual observation, but is actually a system of mechanical rifling with the major axis of the bore slightly larger than the minor axis of the bore, and the bore itself twisting along the length of the barrel. While ingenious and extremely accurate, the system was prone to stripping after several thousand rounds were fired. Additionally, the patent ammunition relied upon a greased wad in the base of the cartridge to create obturation and prevent gas leakage and this wad remained in the chamber after firing unless it was manually removed, meaning it ended upon the nose of the next bullet, causing inconsistent accuracy. Roughly 4,500 were produced by the A.H. Waters company for Greene ca 1863, with 3,000 being delivered on a Russian military contract and roughly 900 being purchased by the US Ordnance Department. A rare and interesting early bolt action military rifle.

Condition: Very good to fine. Retains most of the blued finish with some fading, thinning, dulling and wear. Middle barrel band with much of the brilliant nitre blue finish. Barrel with some scattered surface oxidation, triggerguard and hammer with more oxidation, some minor roughness and flecks of surface rust that should clean off. Rear band shows some moderate pitting, as does the rear sight and the buttplate. Clear markings, mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with some lightly scattered pitting. Stock near fine, showing some scattered bumps, dings and mars, some minor chipping around the tang and some surface discoloration that could be cleaned off.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

US Model 1841 Rifle by Remington

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 282)

.56 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Remington marked lock dated 1852, no date visible on the tang. Barrel marks mostly obscured except for a P. Two weak cartouches on the counterpane. Retains the original fixed rear sight, missing the front sight blade. Retains both sling swivels and has an old replacement iron ramrod. Remington only produced 10,000 M1841 rifles on contract, roughly half of which were later altered to accept bayonets for the state of New York. The other half appear to have been sent to southern arsenals by Secretary of War John B. Floyd immediately prior to the Civil War, thus these unaltered Remington M1841 rifles have a strong southern association.

Condition: Good. Rifle shows heavy use and moderate wear. Barrel with a moderately oxidized brownish patina, bright under bands. Lock markings clear, barrel markings mostly missing, cartouches weak. Mechanically functional, smoothed bore with moderate oxidation and scattered pitting. Stock with wear, rounded edges, numerous bumps, dings and mars and some wood loss due to burn out behind the bolster.

EST $ 1200 - 1800

Pattern 1853 Type III Enfield Rifle Musket

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 282)

.60 caliber, 39" barrel, no S/N. Blued finish, brass furniture, walnut stock, barrel secured by three clamping barrel bands. Lock marked 1862 / TOWER with {crown} and no "VR" at the tail. Weak Birmingham commercial proofs and set of "25" gauge marks for .577 caliber are present on the left breech. Missing rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug filed down, retains lower sling swivel, upper swivel on replaced upper band, middle band replaced as well. Includes a period Enfield ramrod. Obverse stock carved with the name W T Bish. A Washington Bish served with the 30th Battalion of Virginia Sharpshooters during the Civil War. Further research may prove fruitful.

Condition: Good, well-worn showing heavy use. Metal oxidized with scattered light to moderate pitting, bore reamed to smooth with heavy oxidation and pitting. Lock mechanically functional. Stock worn, sanded with some re-contouring of the wood on the bottom, forward of the lock into the forend. Wood with numerous, bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

English Pattern 1856 Type I Enfield Short Rifle

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 282)

.577, 33" barrel, no S/N. Blued and color case hardened finish, iron furniture, walnut stock with barrel secured by two clamping bands. Lock marked 1861 / TOWER forward of hammer and with the British {crown} at tail of lock without a "VR" underneath. Standard Birmingham commercial proofs and a pair of "25" gauge marks, indicating .577 caliber at upper left breech. Retains correct 1,100-yard rear sight, front sight, Type I saber bayonet lug with 1" guide key, both sling swivels and a correct pattern original ramrod.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a thickly oxidized plum brown patina, with moderate pitting at breech and some scattered surface roughness. Markings remain legible, mechanically functional, good bore with visible rifling, moderate oxidation and scattered pitting. Stock untouched and uncleaned with a dark tone and scattered bumps, dings and mars, as well as some old paint residue and a 2" impact mark at the tail of the counterpane.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

US Model 1828 (M1816 Type III) Musket Shortened to Carbine with the Stock Carved W.J.Bure 3rd Rgt NC

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 282)

.69 caliber, 17" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, iron mountings, walnut stock. Shortened cone in barrel conversion of a Harpers Ferry M1828 (M1816 Type III) dated 1834 on the lock. No markings present on the barrel. Only the lower band remains in place after shortening, lower swivel has been repacked with a sling ring. An old iron ramrod is in place in the stock channel. Obverse butt is carved W.J. Bure / 3rd Rgt NC. Counterpane is scratched W.J.B. / Co D.

While a search of the Historical Data System index of Civil War soldiers does not reveal any solider with that name, further investigation did find a William James Buie who served in Company D of the 3rd North Carolina Cavalry. Their information notes that WJ Buie enlisted in Harnett County, NC as a private on March 5, 1862. They further note that he was still present for duty as of October 15, 1864. Buie is similarly listed in the records of Fold3.com. It is not clear if the actual name was Bure and this was a transcription error to Buie, or if an illiterate Buie carved his gun Bure. An interesting piece worthy of further research.

Condition: Good. Metal with a thickly oxidized brown patina, with clear markings on lock and moderate to heavy pitting at breech. Mechanically functional, bore moderately oxidized and pitted. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars and a small grain crack behind the lock.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

2nd Model Maynard Carbine

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 282)

.50 caliber, 20" barrel, S/N 17047. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut buttstock. Standard Maynard markings, two clear script cartouches at reverse wrist, a GWS (George W Sherman) and a JM (James Mills). A block GWS is on the barrel as well, with numerous single letter sub-inspections throughout. Retains original leaf rear sight, front sight and short sling bar with ring.

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blue on the barrel with some thinning and fading, frame with much of the case color, which is slightly muted. All markings clear, mechanically functional, fine bore with some frosting in the grooves. Stock with some scattered wear marks, mostly scuffs and mars around the wrist.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Brass Mounted Harpers Ferry Model 1855 Rifle Altered to Fowler

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass mountings, walnut stocks. A brass mounted US Model 1855 Harpers Ferry rifle altered to fowler by adding a smooth bored US musket barrel and under lug, shortening the stock and removing the barrel bands, removing the Maynard tape primer internal parts, removing the swivel lug from the triggerguard and replacing the military hammer with a broken civilian hammer. Retains the original figure-8 cut-out buttstock with brass patchbox cover and brass buttplate with no US. Harpers Ferry lock is dated 1857. A perfect illustration of a gun that is extremely desirable to collectors today, the brass M1855 rifle, but was considered essentially worthless during the period of use right after the Civil War and was altered to what was considered a useful configuration. A good source for some M1855 rifle parts or as a starting place to build a restored brass M1855 rifle for N-SSA competition.

Condition: Fair. Barrel moderately oxidized with some pitting, legible margins on the lock. Mechanically functional, hammer spur broken, bore fair and moderately pitted. Stock with wear, bumps and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Sharps New Model 1859 Rifle

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 282)

.52 caliber, 30" round barrel, S/N 40721. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock with patchbox in butt. Barrel secured by three spring retained solid barrel bands, barrel with saber bayonet lug with 1" key set 2.5" from muzzle. Matching serial number on barrel under forend. Standard New Model 1859 barrel markings, standard barrel address as well as lock and frame markings. Retains correct rear sight, front sight and sling swivels. No cartouches, but numbered 23 in the wood in front of the buttplate tang. The Sharps NM1859 rifles in this serial range, roughly 39,XXX through 40,XXX with saber bayonet lugs are typically considered part of the "Mitchell Contract" of Sharps rifles acquired by the US Navy during the Civil War, after the US Army declined to purchase the guns equipped with saber bayonets, preferring to stay with socket bayonet rifles.

Condition: Good. Metal with dull traces of blue showing moderate surface oxidation and some lightly scattered roughness. Buttplate with some moderate pitting. Markings remain legible, mechanically functional, very good bore that is mostly bright with strong rifling and shows some scattered pitting. Stock with wear, butt with a couple of chips missing, one at the lower swivel and one behind the receiver. Otherwise with scattered bumps and dings. Forend screw is an over long replacement.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

New Hampshire Alteration of a US Model 1841 Rifle by Whitney

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 282)

.54 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned and color case hardened finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Standard Whitney lock markings, dated 1849, no visible date on breech plug tang. Buttplate tang with rack number 35. Modified with screwed on saber bayonet lug with 1" guide key, numbered 113. Typical of the alterations done for the State of New Hampshire to the M1841 rifles sold to them by Massachusetts at the beginning of the Civil War. Slightly less than 1,000 rifles from the state of Massachusetts were modified to accept saber bayonets that were supplied by Collins & Company and sold to their neighboring state. Retains the original fixed rear sight, brass blade front sight, both sling swivels and the brass tipped steel ramrod. A rare alteration of a M1841 rifle in untouched condition.

Condition: Good. Barrel moderately oxidized with some pitting. Markings mostly legible in metal, mechanically functional, bore with strong rifling and evenly scattered pitting. Brass with a nice, uncleaned mustard patina. Front band spring broken at tip and missing the retention stud. Stock with wear, scattered bumps and dings and no visible cartouches.

EST $ 1500 - 2000

Model 1855 Springfield Rifle Musket Dated 1859

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel secured by three flat spring retained barrel bands. no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Standard two-line U.S./SPRINGFIELD lock marking with {spread-winged eagle} on tape primer door, dated 1859 at rear of lock. Barrel with matching 1859 date and standard V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. Script JS cartouche on counterpane. Correct 1858 pattern rear sight. Tape primer mechanism complete. Retains both sling swivels and an original swelled-shank, tulip-head ramrod. Includes a US M1855 Type II socket bayonet.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned to bright with some scattered oxidation and discoloration. Clear markings, very good bore with some scattered pitting, mechanically functional. Stock very good with some scattered bumps and dings. Bayonet about good to very good.

EST $ 2500 - 4500

US Model 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel secured by three flat spring retained bands, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Standard lock markings dated 1862 at tail. Breech dated 1862 with standard Springfield proof marks. Legible TBH and ESA script cartouches on counterpane. Correct M1861 pattern rear sight, correct ramrod, retains both sling swivels.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned with clear markings and scattered surface oxidation as well some old dried grease that has discolored. Mechanically functional, very good bore, stock with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Model 1851 Springfield Cadet Musket with Bayonet

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 282)

.57 caliber, 40" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock with standard Springfield markings with a {spread-winged eagle}/US forward of the hammer and dated 1852 at the tail. Barrel tang with matching 1852 date. Breech of barrel with standard V/P/{eagle head} proofs. Rear barrel band numbered 211, typical of cadet use. Buttplate additionally rack numbered D/46. Counterpane with script ADK cartouche, the mark of A.D. King a sub-inspector that typically inspected contract arms but whose mark is known to appear on some Springfield M1842 muskets from this period. Another rack number, 14 is stamped into the wood behind the breech plug tang. Musket retains both sling swivels and an original trumpet head ramrod. The gun is accompanied by an original US M1851 socket bayonet. Only 4,000 US M1851 Cadet Muskets were produced at Springfield ca1851-1853. This one remains in its original smoothbore configuration and is accompanied by an even scarcer socket bayonet.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a dull pewter patina and showing scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration with some lightly scattered pinpricking. All markings remain clear, with the cartouche a little light. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation and very light pitting. Stock crisp with scattered bumps, dings and handling marks. Bayonet very good and matches the musket well.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

US Model 1842 Springfield Percussion Musket

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three flat, spring retained barrel bands. Lock marked with a {spread-winged eagle}/US and in three vertical lines at the tail: SPRING/FIELD/1853. Breech tang with matching 1853 date. Breech with usual V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. Clear script AH and OH cartouches on counterpane. The "AH" is the mark of arsenal sub-inspector Asahel Hubbard who left Springfield in the late 1840s. However, Hubbard did tell a Massachusetts census taker that he was working as an inspector circa 1855. This gun may be proof that he returned to the arsenal in his old role as inspector at least briefly. The "OH" is an unknown inspection. Musket retains both sling swivels and an original, full-length trumpet head ramrod. Includes a fine US M1835 Replacement bayonet (aka M1842 bayonet).

Condition: Fine. Metal lightly cleaned to bright and toning down slightly. Trigger and percussion cone with strong traces of blue. All markings clear and crisp. Mechanically functional, fine bore. Fine stock with some scattered light handling marks, crisp edges and some "feathery" texture to the wood. Bayonet about fine.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

US Model 1863 Springfield Rifle Musket with Bayonet

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel retained by three clamping barrel bands, no S/N. National Armory bright, color casehardened lock, blued barrel bands. Standard US / SPRINGFIELD lock markings with {spread-winged eagle} and dated 1863 horizontally at tail of lock. Breech dated 1863 as well, with standard V / P/ {eagle-head} proofs. Counterpane with clear script ESA and WTT cartouches. Obverse buttstock with deeply stamped Whitney {spread-winged eagle} mark indicating this gun was bought as surplus by Whitney after the Civil War and resold on the commercial market. Retains original barrel bands, sling swivels, 1861 pattern rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug and straight shank ramrod. Includes an original US M1855 Type II socket bayonet.

Condition: Fine. Metal mostly bright with scattered light surface oxidation and age discoloration, lock and hammer retain some nice case coloring, slightly muted on the lock. All markings clear and crisp. Mechanically functional, fine bore. Crisp stock with scattered minor dents, dings and mars. Bayonet about good with some light pitting.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

US Springfield Model 1842 Rifled & Sighted Musket

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 282)

.69 caliber, 42" barrel secured by three flat spring-retained barrel bands, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock marked with {spread-winged eagle} over US forward of hammer and SPRING/FIELD/1848 vertically at tail. Tang with matching 1848 date and standard V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. No cartouches present on counterpane. US M1855 pattern long range rear sight, original brass blade front sight on front of upper double strapped band, bore rifled with three broad, shallow grooves. Retains both sling swivels and a period trumpet head ramrod that is only 40.75" long and has not been relieved for use with elongated ball ammunition.

A total of 23,683 US M1842 muskets were rifled and sighted between 1856 and 1859, primarily at Springfield (9,929) and Harpers Ferry (11,060). 1,313 were altered at Frankford Arsenal in 1857-1858 and 1,381 were altered at St. Louis Arsenal in 1857. The lack of the larger iron front sight blade suggests this may be one of the St. Louis altered guns, which was apparently short of the new front sights during the alteration process.

Condition: Good. Metal with a dull pewter patina, scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration along with some evenly distributed light pitting. Markings in metal remain clear. Lock mechanically functional, bore good with evenly distributed light pitting and moderate oxidation. Rear sight walls with three small holes drilled in them. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Model 1841 Springfield Cadet Musket

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 282)

.57 caliber, 29.625" barrel secured by three flat spring-retained bands, no S/N. Browned finish, case hardened lock, walnut stock. Lock with {spread-winged eagle} / US forward of hammer and SPRING/FIELD/1844 in three vertical lines at tail. No visible date on barrel tang, breech with V/P/{eagle head} inspection marks. Buttplate with US and rack numbered 22. Barrel shortened from 40" to approximately 30" with 3" at the muzzle turned down appropriately to accept the US M1841 socket bayonet and the bayonet lug reset under the barrel, 1" from the muzzle. Retains both sling swivels and an appropriately shortened and re-threaded ramrod. A total of 504 US M1841 Cadet Muskets were produced at Springfield between 1844 and 1846. In November of 1848 the US Military Academy at West Point requested 20 shortened M1841 Cadet Muskets for the use of the Engineers; 12 with 34" barrels and 8 with 31" barrels.

These guns were altered from existing inventory at Springfield. These guns were restocked as part of the process, rather than altering the existing stocks and filling band spring holes, etc. The stocks had to be re-contoured for the new band spacing as well. The shortened guns were shipped to West Point on 2 December, 1848. This could be one of the nominally 31" barreled guns, as the quality of the work is quite good and the bands remain evenly spaced with no filled band spring holes as would be be found on a shortened gun with its original stock. The turning down of the barrel and reattachment of the bayonet lug certainly suggest period work and not a later shortening for civilian use. An interesting example of one of the rarest of the US Cadet muskets.

Condition: Good. Metal with an evenly oxidized brown patina and some scattered pitting, most notable at the breech. Metal is bright under the barrel bands. Markings in metal are clear, no cartouches present. Mechanically functional, good bore that is moderately oxidized. Stock lightly sanded with scattered bumps, dings and mars. A very scarce Cadet musket in any condition, rarely found for sale.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

US Model 1863 Lidsey Two-Shot Percussion Rifle Musket

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 282)

.58 caliber, 40" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock with three clamping barrel bands. Standard two-line patent marking at breech. Double hammer, single trigger superimposed load rifle musket. Two clear script cartouches on counterpane, both the ADK mark of Andrew D. King. Correct M1861 pattern rear sight, musket pattern front sight/bayonet lug, retains both sling swivels and and original straight shank ramrod. Only 1,000 of these somewhat interesting double loaded, single barrel rifle muskets were procured by the US military, and those that were deployed in the field acquitted themselves less than credibly.

Condition: Good. Metal with scattered surface oxidation and old dried oil causing additional discoloration. Markings legible, mechanically functional, very good bore with scattered pitting and strong rifling. Stock crisp but broken through the wrist with a large crack running 7" on the reverse to nearly front of the triggerguard. Otherwise with lightly scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Martially Marked US Model 1860 Spencer Rifle

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 282)

.56-52 (56-56) Spencer caliber, 30" barrel, S/N 22891. Blued and color casehardened finish, walnut stock and forend secured by three clamping barrel bands. Top of receiver marked in three lines: SPENCER REPEATING / RIFLE CO BOSTON MASS / PAT'D MARCH 6 1860. Stock with a vertically stamped script MM (Miles Moulton) cartouche on the reverse wrist followed by a horizontal script DAP (Dwight A Perkins). Retains correct pattern ladder rear sight, musket style front sight/bayonet lug, both sling swivels and the correct pattern magazine follower tube in the butt. Many of the Spencer rifles with serial numbers clustered close to this one were issued to the 105th Pennsylvania Infantry. An attractive example of a US Civil War martially marked Spencer rifle that shows real world use, but no abuse and has escaped any post-war modifications or alterations.

Condition: Very good. Metal with mottled and mostly smooth, moderately oxidized brown and gray patina with some scattered pinpricking and some pitting. Barrel and bands with some surface crust and slightly rough oxidation as well. Markings remain legible, mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and some scattered pitting. Wood with wear, numerous bumps and dings and the scuffs and mars of military use. Amazingly the butt is free of the usually encountered crack along the line of the magazine tube. A solid and complete example that displays well.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Sharps New Model 1859 Rifle

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 282)

.52 caliber, 30" round barrel, S/N 40040. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock with patchbox in butt. Barrel secured by three spring retained solid barrel bands, barrel with saber bayonet lug with 1" key set 2.5" from muzzle. Matching serial number on barrel under forend. Standard New Model 1859 barrel markings, standard barrel address as well as lock and frame markings. Retains correct rear sight, front sight and lower sling swivel, upper swivel missing. No cartouches. The initials F.C.H. are carved in the wood at the reverse wrist. The Sharps NM1859 rifles in this serial range, roughly 39,XXX through 40,XXX with saber bayonet lugs are typically considered part of the "Mitchell Contract" of Sharps rifles acquired by the US Navy during the Civil War, after the US Army declined to purchase the guns equipped with saber bayonets, preferring to stay with socket bayonet rifles.

Condition: Good. Metal with a mostly mottled plum brown patina showing moderate surface oxidation and some lightly scattered roughness. Buttplate with some moderate pitting. Markings remain legible, mechanically functional, fair bore that is mostly dark with heavy oxidation and moderate to heavy pitting but retaining strong rifling. Stock with wear, showing scattered bumps, dings and numerous surface mars.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

US Model 1803 Harpers Ferry Rifle

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 282)

.576 bore diameter smoothbore caliber, 36" octagonal-to-round barrel, US in oval and {eagle} over P in an oval. Front blade sight rear buckhorn sight, lockplate marked "Harpers /Ferry" and dated 1813. Half stock with brass patchbox, buttplate, brass triggerguard, ferule and sideplate.

Condition: Rifle has been reconverted from percussion back to flint. Hammer, pan, top jaw and frizzen spring are replacements. Stock is good with some nicks and dings. Brass with some dark untouched patina. Overall good example of a rare 36" barrel Harpers Ferry rifle.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

Rare Burnside Experimental Rifle

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 282)

.54 caliber, 25.5" barrel, S/N 848. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock marked BURNSIDE RIFLE Co / PROVIDENCE = RI. No other markings present. Although similar to the 2nd model Burnside in appearance without forend, the frame has a large guide screw and the breech block is machined for the guide screw, like a 5th Model Burnside. The .92" diameter at muzzle, longer than standard length "rifle" barrel is mounted with a Colt-style ring bayonet adapter lug to accept a saber bayonet, has a sling swivel added to the underside with a brazed mounting lug and has a US M1855 pattern long range leaf rear sight of Harpers Ferry manufacture mounted .75" from the receiver. A musket style combination front sight/bayonet lug is present as well. mounted 1" from the muzzle. It is unclear if these series of modifications were performed as an experimental military trials gun, or were possibly produced in the post-war period by retailers like Schuyler, Hartley & Graham who sold large numbers of surplus Burnsides that were sporterized, sometimes with heavy octagonal barrels, and in other ways modified to make the essentially obsolete arms more marketable. A very interesting Burnside that has been altered to a more effective fighting tool.

Condition: Good. Metal with a dull pewter patina and scattered surface oxidation with some discoloration from age and old, dried oil. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation and scattered pitting but retaining good rifling. Stock with bumps, dings and mars as well as some added finish. Tension spring for rear sight is missing. Guide screw in frame a likely replacement.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

Confederate Fayetteville Type III Percussion Rifle

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 282)

.60 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. 1862 dated Fayetteville lock, no date or proofs visible on barrel due to pitting. CSA on brass buttpate tang, "U" marks on barrel bands. Standard Type III production with classic Fayetteville S-shaped hammer, remnants of saber bayonet lug near muzzle, 1855 pattern front sight, rear sight missing, exposing the dovetail cut and hole for the mounting screw. Retains lower sling swivel on triggerguard bow, upper swivel missing, and has an old replacement trumpet head iron ramrod. Well-worn and used overall, with multiple initials carved into the butt on the obverse and reverse. Like so many Fayetteville rifles encountered today, the bore has been bored out to smooth for use as a shotgun in the post-Civil War period.

Condition: Good. Well-worn and used with a heavily oxidized brown patina on the barrel with scattered pitting, showing moderate to heavy pitting at the breech. Mechanically functional, barrel bored smooth and heavily oxidized with moderate pitting. Stock sanded and worn with some wood loss between the lock and tang from burn out. Wood with numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

Brass Mounted Harpers Ferry US Model 1855 Rifle

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 282)

.58 caliber, 33" barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass mountings, walnut stock. 1858 dated Harpers Ferry marked M1855 Maynard tape primer lock. Matching 1858 date on top of breech, with standard V/P/{eagle head} inspection marks. Counterpane with weak shadow of a cartouche. Retains correct pattern M1855 long-range rifle rear sight, correctly graduated to "5" on the sidewalls and "6" to "9" on the left side of the ladder. Correct front sight, saber bayonet lug on barrel 3.5" from muzzle. "U" marked brass barrel bands, US marked brass buttplate tang, long brass forend tip. Correct figure-8 cut out patch box under brass lid with reproduction cross hair long range front sight. Retains both sling swivels and an original swelled shank ramrod with threads on the end. A scarce and desirable example of the M1855 rifle, with the early brass mounted guns being the hardest to find and add to a collection.

Condition: Good. Metal with a deeply oxidized patina and rich brown color. Brass with dull golden patina. Markings remains mostly clear in the metal, cartouche weak. Mechanically functional, Maynard lock intact and complete. Fair bore with weak rifling, showing moderate to heavy oxidation along its length and light to moderate pitting throughout. Stock lightly sanded, refinished with added varnish. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

Rare Colt .56 Caliber Military Pattern Revolving Rifle Musket

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 282)

.56 caliber, 31.25" barrel, S/N 2311. Blued finish, walnut stock and forend with three rounded clamping barrel bands and a brass nose cap. Five-shot fully fluted percussion cylinder, side hammer, single action operation. Groove in top strap marked COL.COLT HARTFORD, CT U.S.A. Weak Colt's Patent mark on reverse of frame behind recoil shield, barely legible patent date in cylinder flute. Visible matching serial numbers on triggerguard and frame, not visible on cylinder or any other parts. Due to the delicate nature of the mechanism the rifle was not disassembled to look for additional numbers. The appearance and patina indicate this rifle has been together since the period of use. Retains correct original Colt long-range leaf rear sight, musket style front sight/bayonet lug, cleaning rod and brass cleaning jag in butt trap compartment. A scarce Colt military-style revolving rifle musket that is complete and correct and functional, but has suffered from poor storage.

Condition: Good. Metal with a thickly oxidized dark brown patina and even light pitting over the entire gun with some more moderate pitting in places. Minute traces of blue are present in protected areas, such as under the sight leaves, at the barrel to frame junction and behind the recoil shield. Some markings remain legible while others are difficult to read due to pitting. Mechanically functional, a rarity among these guns which typically have mechanical issues. Bore good with strong visible rifling, moderate oxidation and light to moderate pitting. Stock good with the butt retaining strong edges and lines, showing scattered bumps and dings and some added finish. Forend with some some repaired cracks, added finish and numerous bumps and dings. A solid, complete and untouched example of a scarce Colt revolving rifle musket that displays well.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

Richmond Armory Cavalry Carbine

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 282)

.58 caliber, 25" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, iron mountings, brass buttplate and nose cap, walnut stock with two flat, spring retained barrel bands. C.S./RICHMOND marked lock dated 1863 at tail, barrel with weak 1861 date and standard V/P/{eagle head} proof marks. Off-set U marks on barrel bands. Unmarked sand cast brass buttplate. 1858 pattern rear sight with steady pin in base, barrel with steady pin cut. Pinched Richmond-style front sight. Sling swivels on upper band, bow of triggerguard and in toe of stock, the last being replaced. Stock with Richmond style "mules foot" in the lock mortise and not cut for a ramrod spoon. Shortened straight shank US M1863 type ramrod without threads at the end. Like many Richmond carbines the one appears to be somewhat composite with a US M1855 barrel, Richmond lock, Richmond stock, buttplate and bands. The rear sight is likely of US rather than CS origins. A good representative Richmond carbine.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright with some old polishing compound residue on the barrel. Thick crusty rust is present under the rear sight. Markings mostly legible, mechanically functional. Very good bore with strong rifling and scattered oxidation with light pitting. Brass uncleaned. Stock sanded with some added wood putty at the tip on the interior, not visible from the exterior. Otherwise with scattered bumps dings and mars. Lower sling swivel a modern replacement although the mounting stud appears period. The carbine may be assembled as the condition of the lock does not match the barrel or the stock, but if so, it is mostly correct and is quite presentable.

EST $ 6000 - 9000

Martially Marked Starr Model 1858 Army Revolver

Lot #94 (Sale Order 94 of 282)

.44 caliber, 6" barrel, S/N 15050. Blued finish, color case hardened hammer and loading lever, smooth one-piece walnut grip. Double-action 6-shot percussion revolver. Standard Starr markings on frame, matching serial numbers on lower front of frame, on cylinder and in hammer cut-out of frame. Two weak cartouches on grip.

Condition: Very good. Retains some blue, with most of the loss due to flaking. Exposed metal with a smoothly oxidized plum brown patina. Mechanically functional; very good bore with moderate oxidation and some light pitting. Grip with wear, numerous bumps and dings and two weak cartouches.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Martially Marked Colt Model 1861 Percussion Navy Revolver

Lot #95 (Sale Order 95 of 282)

.36 caliber, 7.5" round barrel, S/N 7572 (mfg. ca 1862). Blued and color case hardened finish, brass triggerguard and backstrap, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action, 6-shot percussion revolver. Matching numbers throughout, including the grip, with the exception of the wedge, which is an unnumbered replacement. One-line New York barrel address, clear two-line Colt's/Patent mark on lower left of frame, martially sub-inspected throughout with weak script JT cartouche on left of grip. Despite the fact that this gun suffers from poor storage resulting in condition issues, martially marked M1861 Navy revolvers are quite scarce.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish with a moderately oxidized mottled gray patina and scattered pinpricking and minor pitting. Barrel marking legible, retains some traces of the cylinder scene, with all safety pins visible but worn on the rear of the cylinder. Mechanically functional, but needs some attention to the stop bolt or spring as the cylinder does not rotate freely at half cock. Fair bore with moderate pitting but retaining strong rifling. Grip good, lightly sanded with backstrap slightly proud of the wood and showing some scattered bumps, dings and mars as well as tiny chips out of the leading and trailing edges of the grip.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Martially Marked Savage Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #96 (Sale Order 96 of 282)

.36 caliber, 7.125" octagonal barrel, S/N 5606. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut grips. Ring-cocking, gas-seal "double-action" 6-shot percussion revolver. Top strap marked in three lines with standard Savage markings. Weak script cartouche on lower left grip that illegible. Single letter sub-inspection marks throughout. Matching serial numbers on frame under right grip, under barrel and on rear of cylinder. No visible numbers in grips. Retains original brass cone front sight.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish with a mottled and oxidized brown and gray patina with scattered surface oxidation and some pinpricking. Markings legible, cartouche weak. Mechanically functional, good bore with scattered pitting, some surface rust but good rifling. Grips with scattered bumps, dings and mars, some chipping, but remaining solid and without the repaired cracks that are typical of the thin grips on these guns.

EST $ 1000 - 3000

Remington Beals Percussion Army Revolver

Lot #97 (Sale Order 97 of 282)

.44 caliber, 8" octagonal barrel, S/N 166. Blued finish, brass triggerguard, smooth walnut grips. Single action, 6-shot percussion revolver. Two-line Beals address, correct Beals loading lever catch, correct Beals-style cylinder without safety notches at rear, replaced cone front sight on dovetail base.

Condition: Very good. Barrel with some nice thinning blue, cylinder and frame with traces of finish and a mostly plum brown patina. Barrel address partially legible with bottom line very weak. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and scattered pitting. Grips with wear, bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Martially Marked Mass Arms Adams Navy Revolver

Lot #98 (Sale Order 98 of 282)

.36 caliber, 6" octagonal barrel, S/N 15. Blued finish, checkered walnut grips. 5-shot, double action percussion revolver. Three-line top strap marking reads: MANUFACTURED BY / MASS. ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS. Lower reverse of frame with two-line ADAMS.PATENT / MAY 3rd, 1858 mark and lower obverse marked PATENT / JUNE 3, 1856. Loading lever with KERR'S.PATENT / APRIL 14, 1857 marking. Matching serial numbers on left of frame and reverse of loading lever, not visible on cylinder. Small sub-inspection letters throughout, grips with visible LCA cartouche (Lucias A. Allin) on reverse and WAT (William Anderson Thornton) on the obverse. Cylinder arbor pin retention screw and arbor pin head are high quality modern replacements. Only 600 of these Adams Patent revolvers were purchased by the US Ordnance Department from the Massachusetts Arms Company in the years immediately prior to the American Civil War. A scarce US martial revolver from that period.

Condition: Very good. Retains only minute traces of blue with a mottled gray and brown patina showing scattered surface oxidation, some minor scattered pitting with some lightly scattered surface roughness. Most markings remain clear and legible. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and scattered light to moderate pitting. Grips with light to moderate wear, showing scattered bumps, dings and mars and some flattening to the checkering here and there.

EST $ 1200 - 1800

Mass Arms Company Pocket Revolver

Lot #99 (Sale Order 99 of 282)

.31 caliber, 3.25" octagonal barrel, S/N 3151. Blued finish, checkered walnut grip. Double action, 5-shot Adams Patent percussion revolver with Kerr patent loading lever and sliding frame mounted safety. Three-line roll mark on top strap reads: MADE FOR ADAMS REVOLVING ARMS CO. N.Y. / BY MASS ARMS CO. CHICOPEE FALLS. / PATENT MAY 3, 1853, JUNE 3, 1856, APR. 7, 1857. A very fine example. Roughly 4,500 were produced ca 1857-1861.

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blued finish with some thinning, minor wear and loss. Clear markings, mechanically functional, very good bore with some oxidation and light pitting. Crisp grip with fine checkering and some scattered handling marks.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Percussion Army Revolver

Lot #100 (Sale Order 100 of 282)

.44 caliber, 7.5" octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 116. Blued finish, walnut grips. Single-action 6-shot percussion revolver. Left side of barrel flat marked in two lines: ALLEN & WHEELOCK WORCESTER, MASS U. / ALLEN'S PT'S JAN. 13, DEC. 15, 1857 SEPT. 7. In typical Allen fashion the roll mark is not always applied to fit the available space, leaving letters mission at the beginning or end of the marking. Matching numbers on loading lever, frame under left grip, cylinder arbor pin and in both grips. Cylinder with no apparent number. A first type Allen "Army" this revolver has the hammer suspended from the side plate frame that enters from the right side of the revolver and has percussion cones that are threaded into the cylinder through their chambers, rather than from the rear. A scarce secondary US martial revolver, production estimated at around 1,000-1,500 circa 1861-1862.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned with some old added finish present, showing scattered surface oxidation, minor roughness and some scattered pitting. Cylinder chambers deeply pitted, bore with moderate oxidation and some pitting. Mechanically functional, but with a weak bolt stop that does not always tightly lock the cylinder into position. Grips good, matching the guns with scattered bumps and dings and added finish.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1842 Pistol by H Aston

Lot #101 (Sale Order 101 of 282)

.54 caliber, 8.5" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Single-shot, smooth bore percussion pistol with captive swivel ramrod. Look with standard two-line H. Aston markings and dated 1850 at tail. Breech tang with matching 1850 date and US/GW/P inspections. Two fine script cartouches, a GW and a WAT are present on the counterpane. Retains the original swivel ramrod. A crisp, untouched gun.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a thickly oxidized brown patina, brass with a rich, uncleaned appearance. Markings remain mostly clear, cartouches crisp. Mechanically functional, good bore is heavily oxidized with some rust and scattered pitting. Stock with scattered handling marks, bumps and dings.

EST $ 800 - 1200

Joslyn Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #102 (Sale Order 102 of 282)

.44 caliber, 8" octagonal barrel, S/N 1418. Blued finish, checkered walnut grips. Single action, 5-shot percussion revolver. Barrel marked B.F. JOSLYN / PATD MAY 4th 1858. Grips with notches carved in the lower right edge and with the initials EC cut into the upper part of the right grip.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish, with a smoothly oxidized brownish patina, showing some scattered pinpricking and light pitting. Markings remain mostly clear. Mechanically functional, good bore with visible rifling, moderate oxidation and scattered light pitting. Grips with wear, bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Confederate "JS/Anchor" Marked Kerr Revolver

Lot #103 (Sale Order 103 of 282)

54-Bore (.443), 5.75" octagonal barrel, S/N 4420. Blued and color case hardened finish, checkered walnut grip. Lock plate marked LONDON ARMOURY CO, lower left of frame marked KERR'S / PATENT in small two-line oval cartouche. Matching serial numbers on frame and cylinder, assembly number 859 in triggerguard, on trigger web and on face of cylinder. Front of grip with Confederate JS/{anchor} viewer's mark. Barrel marked L.A.C. and with commercial London proof marks, as is the cylinder. Lanyard ring in butt, with crushed mount.

Approximately 9,000 London Armory Company Kerr revolvers were purchased by the Confederacy during the Civil War, with most of the central government purchased guns bearing the JS/{anchor} inspector's mark found on this example. Revolver is accompanied by well-worn period holster that fits it well, with the very end and toe plug missing and the belt loop apparently replaced during the period. The initials WJB are lightly scratched on the belt loop The consignor's notes that the original seller attributed these initials to William James Buie who served in the 3rd North Carolina Cavalry and the gun surfaced in North Carolina. A solid example of a real Civil War Confederate revolver for substantially less than acquiring a Confederate produced handgun.

Condition: Good. Revolver has a mostly thick, untouched and heavily oxidized brown patina with flashes blue in protected areas. Markings remain clear throughout. Not mechanically functional, needs mechanical attention. Bore good, moderately oxidized and lightly pitted. Grip very good with clear JS/{anchor} mark, showing scattered bumps, dings and handling marks. Holster well worn and heavily used.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

Second Model LeMat Percussion Revolver

Lot #104 (Sale Order 104 of 282)

.41 caliber/20 gauge, 6.75" octagonal barrel with 5" shotgun barrel, S/N 1421. Blued finish, checkered walnut grips. Single action 9-shot percussion cylinder with shotgun barrel as the cylinder arbor. Top of barrel engraved "Col. LeMat Bte s.g.d.g. Paris," right barrel flat with serial number and "*/LM" trademark. "K" inspection mark inside lower right of grip frame, under grip. Matching serial numbers on barrel, cylinder, frame, shotgun barrel, frame retention pin and in pencil in both grips. Loading lever a somewhat crude modern replacement, hammer nose repaired, loading lever and takedown pin retention springs both replaced. A good entry level example of the most identifiable handgun of the American Civil War period.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned with a dull pewter patina and scattered light surface oxidation and discoloration. Markings remain clear, mechanically functional but action needs attention as the cylinder does not always time, index and lock up as it should, possibly due to a weak mainspring. Good bores with moderate oxidation and some light pitting. Grips with moderate use, sanded, with soft checkering and what appear to be some burn marks, primarily on the right grip.

EST $ 5000 - 9000

US Springfield Model 1855 Pistol Carbine With Shoulder Stock

Lot #105 (Sale Order 105 of 282)

.58 caliber, 12" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass furniture, walnut stock with single spring-retained barrel band detachable shoulder stock. Lock marked U.S. / SPRINGFIELD at front edge, with {spread-winged eagle} on tape primer door and dated 1855 at tail. Top of breech with matching 1855 date under sight leaves, with standard V/P/{eagle head} proof marks at left angled breech flat. Counterpane with clear script JS cartouche, pistol butt cap with mating number 5, butt stock with mating number 10. Retains correct original multi-leaf rear sight, original swivel ramrod, sling swivel on barrel band, sling ring in butt cap and swivel in toe of detachable stock. Roughly 4,000 of these unique pistol carbines were produced at Springfield circa 1855-1857.

Condition: Very good. Barrel lightly cleaned with some scattered light surface oxidation and some discolored pinpricking. Markings clear in barrel and on lock. Good cartouche. Brass with an uncleaned mustard patina. Tape primer lock complete and mechanically functional, bore good with moderate pitting along its length. Stock with some wear, a crack through the counterpane, along the upper left edge at the tang and at the grip. Grip cracks are quite typical on these pieces. Buttstock very good with some wear. Both pieces showing some scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 3000 - 6000

An Excellent Freeman Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #106 (Sale Order 106 of 282)

.44 caliber, 7.5 barrel, S/N 580. Marked on the top of the frame Freeman's Patent Dec 9 1862, Hoard's Armory Watertown NY. Blue finish, case hardened hammer. Walnut two-piece grips. A secondary U.S. martial arm with only 2000 totally produced.

Condition: This revolver retains most of the bright and vivid original blue finish. Some light flaking around the sighting groove and on the back of the frame. Some light flaking on the outer edge of the frame. Aslight streak through the cylinder stops. Loading lever retains most of the vivid original finish. The hammer still retains most of the bright case colors. The grips have a nice untouched raised feather grained look. Overall this is one of the better known Freeman percussion revolvers.

EST $ 3500 - 5000

A Fine Rogers & Spencer Civil War Percussion Revolver

Lot #107 (Sale Order 107 of 282)

.44 caliber 7.5" barrel, S/N 2314. A particularly good example with excellent markings and all matching numbers. Finished in blue and case hardened.

Condition: Barrel retains much brilliant bright blue finish with the usual Rogers & Spencer flaking. Frame retains nearly all of its original blue finish. Straps and triggerguard are flaked. Cylinder retains much original blue finish with some flaking. Nipples are perfect. Hammer and lever retain much original darkened case hardening. Screws are excellent. Flared walnut grips rate excellent with perfect "RPB" cartouche with none of the usual Rogers and Spencer grip chips. An exemplary specimen.

EST $ 3000 - 4000

Starr Model 1863 Single Action Percussion Revolver

Lot #108 (Sale Order 108 of 282)

.44 caliber, 8" barrel, S/N 39232. Blued finish, smooth walnut grips. Single action, 6-shot percussion US military contract revolver. Standard Starr patent markings on frame, two weak cartouches on grip with single letter sub-inspections throughout. Matching serial numbers on lower front of frame, in hammer cut out of upper frame and on cylinder.

Condition: Very good. Retains much of the blued finish with some thinning, fading and loss from wear. Metal with some scattered impact marks and surface oxidation with some roughness. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and scattered pitting. Grip with some wear, cartouches weak.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

New Jersey Marked Remington New Model 1863 Percussion Revolver

Lot #109 (Sale Order 109 of 282)

.44 caliber, 8" octagonal barrel, S/N 80870. Blued finish, brass triggerguard, smooth walnut grips. Single action, 6-shot percussion revolver. Left barrel flat marked N.J. near frame. Standard three-line barrel address. Matching numbers on frame under grip, under barrel and inside both grips in pencil. One of 1,000 New Model Army revolver purchased by the state of New Jersey during the American Civil War.

Condition: Very good. Retains some blue on the barrel and loaning lever with some added blue and chemical toning on the cylinder and traces on the frame. Mechanically functional, fine bore, fine grips with light handling marks.

EST $ 3000 - 4000

Third Model Cofer Percussion Revolver

Lot #110 (Sale Order 110 of 282)

.36 caliber, 7.4375" octagonal barrel, S/N F. Brass frame, blued barrel, case hardened hammer, two-piece walnut grips. Single action, spur trigger, 6-shot percussion revolver. Top strap marked in two lines: T.W. COFER'S, / PATENT. Barrel marked in a single line: PORTSMOUTH VA. F assembly mark on bottom of barrel concealed by loading lever, on interior of frame under left grip, on cylinder arbor pin and on arbor pin retention screw. Loading lever hinge screw marked R. Sand cast brass frame with removable side plate on reverse, secured by two screws, allowing access to the action. Frame shows some minute casting flaws on the exterior and rougher workmanship and tool marks on the interior and on the bottom of the top strap. Iron barrel screwed into the solid brass frame with a .35" "nut" inside the frame to secure the barrel. Fixed notch rear sight cast integrally with the frame, brass post front sight about .3" from the muzzle. Seven-groove bore with extremely slow rate of twist. Cylinder arbor pin retained with a small screw through the left side of the frame similar to Whitney's in location, but relying upon pressure rather than a key way to secure the pin. Cylinder shows some minute streaky flaws and measures 1.78" in overall length, including the ratchet on the rear. The main body of the cylinder is nominally 1.49" in diameter. Cylinder chamber mouths vary slightly but nominally measure .365" but range from .362" to .369". Barrel measures nominally .368" at the muzzle.

Thomas W. Cofer (1828-1885) was a Portsmouth, VA based gunsmith working for his cousin P.D. Gwaltney prior to the outbreak of the American Civil War. Sometime circa 1860 or early 1861 Cofer appears to have started working on his own, under his own name as a very small number of arms, primarily shotguns are known with his name and his Portsmouth, VA address. Cofer later moved across the Elizabeth River and worked in Norfolk, so post-Civil War Cofer arms are Norfolk marked. Cofer was one of the first recipients of a Confederate States patent, and one of the very few to receive one related to weapons or small arms. On August 12, 1861 he received CS Patent #9 for a unique percussion ignition cartridge revolver with a two-piece cylinder. The patent primarily covered the two-piece cylinder design described above and the cartridges which the revolver would utilize. To students of firearms history the design appears to be either a brilliant evasion of the Rollin White or a clear violation of it. However, in either case, as a Confederate patent in a different "country" the point is moot. Total production of the Cofer Type I "Patent Cylinder" revolvers is not known, but to date only two examples, are known to exist, #1 and #7. For more on the history of these firearms, please go to www.cowans.com. Of the 13 known authentic Cofer percussion revolvers, only 8 are in private hands with the other 5 in institutional collections. As such, this represents a unique chance to own an extremely scarce secondary Confederate revolver.

Condition: Good. Barrel and cylinder cleaned to a dull pewter gray, with mottled surface oxidation, discoloration and scattered pitting. Original brass a golden color, replaced removable sideplate a more toned bronze patina. Frame with old sobered repair at upper rear, above the rear of the cylinder. In addition to the modern made side plate, side plate screws, hammer, trigger ramrod plunger, and grips are modern replacements. Loading lever catch appears replaced as well. Markings remain clear on barrel and frame, action functions correctly. Cylinder chambers and bore are moderately pitted and show heavy oxidation. Replaced grips are good with some handling marks.

EST $ 75000 - 125000

Rare IXL Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #111 (Sale Order 111 of 282)

.36 caliber, 6.875" octagonal barrel, S/N 5. Blued barrel, color case hardened frame, 5-shot percussion cylinder, varnished walnut grips. Matching number 5 on interior of grip frame, in both grips, on face of cylinder, on loading lever, on mainspring and under barrel concealed by loading lever; otherwise unmarked. Side hammer with spur is engraved with simple foliate scrolls with bow of triggerguard engraved en-suite. An exceptionally rare American double-action percussion revolver that appears to derive its action from the English Webley Wedge-Frame with the addition of a removable round side plate on the reverse. It is believed that only about 50 of these revolvers were produced circa 1857. This example appears to have suffered some form of catastrophic failure during the period of use, with the frame cracked completely through on the bottom at the front of the cylinder and through the loading lever plunger arbor. The upper rear of the frame is broken at the rear of the cylinder on both axes. In both cases the repairs are affected by a combination of large peened pins to provide strength and support and brazing. The revolver has excellent provenance having once been part of the famous Al Cali Collection of fine American percussion revolvers.

Condition: Very good. Barrel retains much of the original blue with thinning, flaking and wear, showing most of the loss along the sharp edges. Frame and hammer with minute hints of mottled case color on the reverse. Frame with repairs as noted. Mechanically functional in both single and double action, with the trigger return spring being weak requiring the trigger to be manually reset. Fine bore with crisp rifling. Grips very good with some varnish remaining, showing flaked wear to the finish and scattered bumps and dings. A scarce example of a rare American percussion revolver that rarely appears for sale.

EST $ 4000 - 7500

Martially Marked Colt 2nd Model Dragoon Revolver

Lot #112 (Sale Order 112 of 282)

.44 caliber, 7.5" octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 10309 (mfg. ca 1851). Blued and color case hardened finish, brass backstrap and square backed triggerguard, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action, 6-shot percussion revolver. Barrel marked ADDRESS SAML COLT . NEW-YORK CITY, frame weakly marked COLT'S / PATENT / US. Matching serial numbers throughout, including the wedge and grip, with the exception of the loading lever, which is #10277. Sub-inspection marks throughout, including loading lever, weak cartouche on left of grip that is illegible but has a clear outline. Cylinder with some scene and partially legible COLT'S PATENT and MODEL U.S.M.R. legends and a deeply stamped serial number. A solid example of a US military late 2nd Model Dragoon that presents quite nicely.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish with a lightly cleaned pewter color to the metal and scattered surface oxidation, discoloration and some minor pitting and impact marks. Brass uncleaned with a medium golden patina. Most markings legible, mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and moderate pitting. Cylinder with one safety pin left, the other five worn and battered. Grip lightly sanded with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 6000 - 8000

John Wests Horn-Handled Bowie Knife

Lot #113 (Sale Order 113 of 282)

8.25" clip point blade, 5.5" false edge. 1.5" wide blade. Horn handle with German silver pommel with floral designs and deer. Marked near the ricasso John Westa in a banner. Leather scabbard with German silver tip and throat.

Condition: Blade has been cleaned. Leather scabbard is excellent with minor scuffing. Pommel with natural patina.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

S.C. Wragg Ivory Bowie Knife with 'Old Zach' Pommel

Lot #114 (Sale Order 114 of 282)

13.75" overall length. 8.75" blade with ricasso stamped S.C. Wragg Sheaf Island Works Sheffield. Ivory grips with intials J.M.C. professionally stamped on one side. Opposite side of ivory grips with brass oval. Silver pommel with profile of Zachary Taylor on both sides with his name Old Zach underneath the profile. Silver collar ring with classical ornamentation on both sides. Leather scabbard with German silver throat and drag and finely rendered scrolling on both sides of the red leather that are more evident when looked at closely.

J.M.C. is believed to be for Marcus Jerome Clark alias 'Sue Mundy.' 'Sue Mundy' was a Kentucky guerrilla who was friends with William Quantrill.

Condition: Both sides of blade has extensive pitting. Blade has rough edge near the base. Ivory is cracked on both sides where the four pins attach to the handle. Leather scabbard has four oval regions that have lost most of their original design.

EST $ 3000 - 4000

Antique S.C. Wragg Massive Blade Folding Bowie Knife

Lot #115 (Sale Order 115 of 282)

8.25" clip point blade, 3.5" false edge, marked S.C. Wragg, Sheffield. German silver crossguard, stag handles.

Condition: The blade has nice gray look with black staining. The stag grips have some cracks in the right side near the pommel. Overall good condition.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Pelican Bowie Knife with Red Leather Sheath

Lot #116 (Sale Order 116 of 282)

8" spear point blade, marked on the ricasso James Westa Sheffield. German silver guard with German silver pommel with eagle with snake in mouth. Mother-of-pearl handles with red leather scabbard and German silver throat and tip, pictured on p 194 Flayderman's Bowie Knife Book.

Provenance:Ex: Norm Flayderman

Condition: Blade has been lightly cleaned. Left handle has an old crack near the pommel on both sides. Leather scabbard is in good condition.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Horstman Import French Model 1821 Foot Officer's Sword

Lot #118 (Sale Order 117 of 282)

31.75" single-edged blade with 25" median fuller, 1.125" wide at ricasso. Single-branch brass guard with double wire-wrapped shagreen grip. Blade frosted and etched with floral sprays and panoplies of arms. Obverse ricasso marked "NEW YORK," with reverse ricasso marked "HORSTMANN/BROS & Co." Steel scabbard.

Condition: Good. Some evidence of cleaning to blade with some fine details remaining on etching. Some oil staining on blade with some light oxidation. Guard shows some evidence of cleaning and polishing. Some tarnishing of wire and minor wear to shagreen.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Confederate Haiman Cavalry Saber Hilt

Lot #119 (Sale Order 118 of 282)

30" single-edged blade with 22" median fuller, 1" wide at ricasso. Three-branch brass hilt with wire-wrapped leather grip.

Condition: Blade has a mixed oxidized patination with leather washer still remaining. Some casting flaws on hit typical with Confederate arms. Hilt shows a dull luster with grip appearing to have been rewrapped.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Ames Model 1860 Cavalry Officer's Saber

Lot #120 (Sale Order 119 of 282)

34.5" single-edged blade with 27.5" median fuller, 1" wide at ricasso. Three-branch brass guard with wire-wrapped shagreen grip. Blade engraved with broad scrolls, panoplies of arms, American eagle, and script "US." Guard branches and pommel engraved with lines of leaves. Steel scabbard with brass fittings.

Condition: Good condition. Blade has been cleaned in the European fashion with some scattered oxidation and light pitting. Some bronzing of guard with a dull luster. Some loosening of wire with some apparent wear to shagreen. Scabbard has been cleaned.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Model 1850 Horstman Staff and Field Infantry USC Sword

Lot #121 (Sale Order 120 of 282)

32.5" blade with 23.5" median fuller, 1.125" wide at ricasso. Brass single-branch guard cast with floral motifs and "US" initials. Wire-wrapped shagreen grip. Blade etched throughout with floral and martial motifs with American eagle on reverse and "U.S.C." on obverse. Reverse ricasso marked in script with one-line "Horstmann Bros." mark. Brown steel scabbard with brass throat and chape accompanied by two brass hanging rings.

Solingen import blade likely assembled by W.H. Horstmann of Philadelphia. The letters U.S.C. are etched on the flat of the blade. The U.S.C. is possibly the owner's initials. Historical Data Systems Research database shows only one officer having the initials U.S.C. - He is 1st Lieutenant Urbase S. Cook, Company M, 2nd Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery. Lieutenant Cook had a short military career. He joined on 8/26/1862 and died of disease two months later on 10/17/1862 at Fort Delaware, in Delaware. While it is unusual for a company grade officer, a lieutenant, to carry a Staff and Field pattern sword, it is not out of the realm of possibility.

Condition: Sword in in superior untouched condition showing only light service use. The brown scabbard likewise is without noticeable dents and dings. The plain blade is unadorned and appears uncleaned with minimal luster remaining. The brass has been polished in the past, but is now showing a mellowing patina.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Clauberg Import U.S. Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword

Lot #122 (Sale Order 121 of 282)

32" spearpoint blade, 21" median fuller, 1" wide at ricasso. Single-branch gilt brass guard with wire-wrapped shagreen grip. Blade frosted and etched with with floral themes and panoplies of arms. Also adorned with stylized "US" and American eagle. Obverse ricasso marked with standing knight stamp of "W. CLAUBERG/SOLINGEN." Leather scabbard with brass fittings.

Condition: Blade is bright with nearly all of the frosting remaining and fine details remaining on etching. Some gilt finish remaining on guard which has taken on a dull luster. Wire is loose on grip, but is mostly intact. Some wear and crazing of finish on scabbard with some cracking and dryness present.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Confederate Mendenhall, Jones, & Gardner Saber Bayonet

Lot #123 (Sale Order 122 of 282)

20.5" blade, 1.125" wide at ricasso. Brass hilt with socket ring and single straight quillion. Marked on flat of guard forward of mortise "46."

The North Carolina firm of Mendenhall, Jones, & Gardner secured several major contracts with the state of North Carolina from 1862-1864, during which time they produced nearly 2,240 rifles equipped with saber bayonets.

Condition: Blade has a dark untouched patination with some old rust scaling. Brass hilt has a dull luster.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Civil War Flag

Lot #126 (Sale Order 123 of 282)

Grey pennant with red cotton "O" in center, heptagonal with rectangular center. Approx. 19 x 35.5 in. (max. length). Body may be cotton blend (linen?) or wool. Hoist is a sleeve for a rope or pole of the same material as the body of the pennant. At present it is tacked to a backing sheet that appears to be muslin and framed to 27 x 43 in.

Reportedly associated with Hancock's Veteran Legion.

Condition: Not removed from frame for examination and confirmation of materials.

EST $ 1200 - 2400

Civil War Relic Display Attractively Presented on Wood Board

Lot #127 (Sale Order 124 of 282)

32" height x 19" wide. Cello shaped wood board with relics and some items with location where they were found. Fragments include CSA buckle (Gettysburg), crank (Vicksburg fortifications), shell fragment (Gettysburg), percussion lockplate and hammer (Bentonville, N.C.), percussion hammer (Sayler's Creek), Minnie Ball (McClain House, Appomattox, VA), slug and sword throat (Valley of VA), shell fragment (Cold Harbor), bullet (Mufreesboro, TN), Borman shell fuse, bullet lodged in a wood fragment, CS Bayonet adapter, Quinine bottle, bullet (Dinwiddie, VA), Percussion hammer, lockplate and percussion hammer, oil tin (Seven Pines), Hardees salient, CSA canteen, leather cartridge box stamped D.C.I. US 61 G62 with a 2 at the top.

Condition: Relic condition.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Civil War Relic Display Attractively Presented on Wood Board

Lot #128 (Sale Order 125 of 282)

Crest-shaped board measures 21" height x 17" width. Relics include a Remington revolver, knife, fuses, round shot and Minnie balls, two Infantry buttons, U.S. brass plate, breast shield eagle fragment, shell fragment and bullet lodged into a wood fragment. Fuse is stamped J.P. Schenkl Patent Date October 16, 1861. Additionally at the bottom is a metal lock box with white painted lettering, Taken from the Confederate Headquarters Naval Dep't Richmond, Virginia Dec 2 1864(?) Presented to John Stevens By (?).

Condition: Relic condition.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Arsenal Altered Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine

Lot #129 (Sale Order 126 of 282)

.50RF caliber, 22" barrel, S/N C19777. Blued and color casehardened finish, walnut stock and forend. Arsenal alteration to .50-70 of a Civil War Sharps M1863 Carbine retaining the original 6-groove bore with a DFC in a ribbon alteration cartouche on reverse of stock. Standard markings, retains original rear sight and front sight, sling bar and ring. Includes a OB North marked carbine snap swivel.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish with a moderately oxidized brown patina with scattered surface roughness and some pitting. Markings partially legible. Mechanically functional, good bore with scattered pitting and oxidation and clear rifling. Stock with wear, numerous bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Rare US Model 1867 Navy Cadet Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #130 (Sale Order 127 of 282)

.50-45 caliber, 32.5", no S/N. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock and forend with barrel secured by two rounded spring retained bands. Two-line Remington address and patent markings on receiver tang, {anchor} inspection mark on lower left of frame and P/F.C.W inspection mark on lower right of frame. US marked musket buttplate with rack number C/392 stamped in it. Correct US M1864 rear sight, fixed musket style front sight/bayonet lug, thin shank jag-head cleaning rod. Not fitted for sling swivels as is correct. Only 498 of these Navy Cadet rifles were produced at Springfield circa 1868-69 using Remington supplied actions and and surplus US M1864 musket parts, many of which were modified to work with this model. A solid and complete, if well used, example of a very scarce Cadet Rifle, missing from most collections of 19th century US Naval long arms.

Condition: Good. Retains some old added finish on the receiver with the barrel and bands showing a smoothly oxidized plum brown patina with some traces of blue underneath the barre bands. Markings in metal remain clear, mechanically functional, fair bore with visible rifling and moderate oxidation and pitting along its entire length. Wood worn, lightly sanded leaving the buttplate slightly proud. Forend with a chipped piece missing forward of the front barrel band on the obverse, otherwise with scattered bumps, dings, mars and marks.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Cadet Rifle

Lot #131 (Sale Order 128 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 29.5" barrel, S/N 72159 (mfg. ca 1876). Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock with two solid spring-retained barrel bands. Standard three-line US/SPRINGFIELD/1873 lock marking with {spread-winged eagle}, large V/P/{eagle head} barrel proofs with additional P and A inspection marks. Upside down script ESA in an oval cartouche on reverse of stock, soft {circle}-P firing proof in toe line of stock, block R.D.R. inspection behind triggerguard. 1873 pattern rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug with pinned blade, high arch breech, two-click tumbler, two-piece triggerguard with smooth trigger. Retains stacking swivel on upper band, without sling swivels as is correct and flat-faced, jag-head two-shoulder cleaning rod. Only about 3,000 M1873 Cadet Rifles were produced ca. 1874-1876, with most manufactured in 1876, like this example.

Condition: Very good. Retains some thinning blue turning plum on the barrel as well as some streaky blue on the triggerguard and some blue with touchup on the butt plate. All markings in metal are clear, markings in wood slightly soft. Mechanically functional, good frosted bore with moderate oxidation and some scattered light pitting. Stock lightly cleaned with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Roberts Alteration of a U.S. Model 1855 Springfield Musket

Lot #132 (Sale Order 129 of 282)

.58 Roberts caliber, 37" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, brass nose cap, smooth walnut stock. Scarce Roberts patent breechloading cartridge alteration of a US M1855 rifle musket produced at Springfield in 1858 and so dated on the lock. Retains original M1855 pattern long leaf rear sight, musket front sight/bayonet lug, both sling swivels and the original swelled-shank ramrod. Retains original ESA and weak JS cartouche as well as a third cartouche either from the actual Roberts alteration process of from acceptance by the state of South Carolina ca 1870. Only about 5,000 of these alterations were produced, primarily on US M1861 and M1863 rifle muskets, with the 1855 alterations being considered quite scarce.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a lightly oxidized gray and brown patina, markings remain clear, mechanically functional, good bore with moderate pitting in the grooves. Stock with some wear, visible cartouches, scattered bumps and dings and a small chip out at the front of the lock mortise.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Model 1871 Trial Springfield Ward Burton Rifle

Lot #133 (Sale Order 130 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with two spring-retained solid barrel bands. Left side of receiver with {spread-winged eagle} and U.S. / SPRINGFIELD 1871. Top of bolt marked in two lines, WARD BURTON PATENT / DEC. 20, 1859 FEB. 21, 1871. Reverse of stock with script JWK in a banner and ESA in an oval cartouche. US marked buttplate. Correct 1870 pattern rear sight, musket-style combination front sight/bayonet lug, jag head cleaning rod with single shoulder, two sling swivels. Only 1,011 of these early US Army trials bolt action rifles were produced circa 1871, making them quite scarce today.

Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned with a medium pewter patina and scattered oxidized discoloration. No blackening remains on receiver. Clear markings in metal, slightly weaker in wood. Mechanically functional, fine, bright bore. Stock very good with traces of old added finish, lightly cleaned leaving the cartouches slightly weak. Wood with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Springfield Model 1881 "Forager" Shotgun

Lot #134 (Sale Order 131 of 282)

20 gauge, 26" barrel, S/N 1295. Blued and color case hardened finish, 27.375" smooth walnut stock altered from Civil War musket stock. Standard early pattern three-line US/SPRINGFIELD/1873 lock markings with {spread-winged eagle} and breech block marked 1881. Reverse wrist with clear script SWP/1885 cartouche and fancy {circle-P} and block G.B.A. behind the triggerguard. Post-and-bead front sight, low arch breech, two-click tumbler, two-piece triggerguard, grooved trigger. A total of 1,376 of these hunting shotguns were produced at Springfield circa 1881-1885. This is a particularly nice example that is all correct with fine markings and would be a wonderful addition to any Indian War era collection.

Condition: Fine. Barrel with strong traces of thinning blue that is turning plum, receiver with hints of case color and a mottled silvery gray-brown patina. Clear markings throughout, mechanically functional, fine bore with some scattered oxidation. Stock crisp with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1871 Springfield Rolling Block Army Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #135 (Sale Order 132 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 36" barrel, no S/N. Bright and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock and forend with two solid, spring-retained barrel bands. Right side of receiver with {spread-winged eagle}/U.S./SPRINGFIELD/1872 with the left side marked MODEL 1871. Standard two-line Remington address and patent markings on receiver tang. Clear script ESA in an oval cartouche on reverse wrist, along with a rack number 10. Retains correct pattern rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug, both sling swivels, cleaning rod and a US M1855 socket bayonet that fits correctly.

Condition: Very good. Barrel with a medium gray patina and scattered surface oxidation. Receiver with minute traces of mottled color and a freckled brownish gray patina. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation along its length and light pitting at the breech and muzzle. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and some surface mars, but otherwise crisp. Bayonet very good with a lightly oxidized patina that matches the gun well.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Model 1870 Springfield Navy Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #136 (Sale Order 133 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, no S/N. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock with forend secured by two spring-retained barrel bands. Right of receiver with {spread-winged eagle}/U.S.N./SPRINGFIELD/1870 and with small naval {anchor} on top of breech. No inspection visible on left of receiver, script ESA in an oval on reverse wrist. Folding leaf rear sight located 3.125" from receiver, musket pattern front sight, saber bayonet lug with .875" key, sling swivels, cupped face jag-head cleaning rod with single shoulder.

Condition: Very good. Barrel with a smoothly oxidized brown patina, receiver and hammer with hints of case color and a mottle grayish patina. Clear markings in metal, cartouche at wrist slightly soft. Mechanically functional, fine bore with scattered frosting and oxidation. Wood with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1866 Second Allin Springfield Rifle

Lot #137 (Sale Order 134 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 36.625" barrel, no S/N. Bright and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock with three solid, spring-retained barrel bands. Lock with {spread-winged eagle} and U.S./SPRINGFIELD, dated 1865 at the tail. Breech block marked 1866/{eagle head} and with {eagle head} at left rear of action. Counterpane with crisp script HSH and ESA cartouches. Retains original rear sight, front sight/bayonet lug, both sling swivels, jag-head cleaning rod and an origin US 1887 pattern sling.

Condition: Fine. Bright metal with a medium pewter patina, showing scattered minor surface oxidation. Lock with strong case color that has faded and muted, breech block with some dulled color as well. Markings clear and crisp, mechanically functional, fine bore, stock crisp with some scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Model 1884 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #138 (Sale Order 135 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 433746. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock with two spring-retained barrel bands. Lock with standard two-line U.S. / Springfield marking and {spread-winged eagle}. Breech block marked US / MODEL /1884, barrel with usual V /P / {eagle head} proofs and additional P and A inspection marks. Stock with a crisp SWP/1890 cartouche opposite the lock and a {circle-P} firing proof behind the triggerguard along with a block F mark. Buffington rear sight, musket-style front sight/bayonet lug with pinned blade. 3-click tumbler, low arch breech, 2-piece triggerguard, grooved trigger. Retains both sling swivels and stacking swivel, correct cleaning rod. Includes a US M1873 pattern socket bayonet and scabbard with swivel frog.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blued finish with some fading and thinning turning to plum. Breech block with some nice vivid case color that is starting to dull. All markings clear and crisp. Mechanically functional, fine bore, fine stock with some scattered minor dings and marks. Bayonet and scabbard about fine as well.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Experimental US Model 1884 Rod Bayonet Springfield Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #139 (Sale Order 136 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 319309. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock with two spring-retained solid barrel bands. Standard two-line U.S. / SPRINGFIELD and {spread-winged eagle} lock markings with US / MODEL / 1873 breech block markings. Barrel with V/P/{eagle head} proofs with additional P and A inspection marks. Slightly weak SWP/1886 cartouche at wrist with a clear {circle}-P proof behind the triggerguard as well as a small block G. Buffington rear sight without "R" or "C" markings on ladder as is correct, hooded front sight. Experimental pattern flat-bottom ramrod bayonet retention clamps without the more common wraparound type clamping ears found the the M1888. Round ramrod bayonet with four machined grooves that are squared off on one side and tapered on the other, correct for this experimental variant, rather than the more common ramrod bayonet with four grooves that are machined with all the shoulders squared. Low arch breech, 3-click tumbler, two-piece triggerguard, grooved trigger. Storage compartment in butt with M1879 pattern tool inside. Retains both sling swivels and the stacking swivel and a well worn early Trapdoor sling made from two Civil War era slings spliced together. Only about 1,000 of these experimental predecessors to the M1888 ramrod bayonet rifle were produced circa 1884-1886 and appear roughly in the 32,XXX serial number range with 1885 or 1886 inspection cartouches. This appears to be a completely correct example of this scarce trials ramrod bayonet rifle with all the correct features and markings. A fine addition to any advanced Trapdoor collection.

Condition: Very good. Retains some thinning blue turning plum on the barrel with some scattered surface oxidation. Breech block with some hints of case color, otherwise mostly a mottled gray with hints of brown. All markings in metal are clear, wood markings very good with the cartouche showing a little wear. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation and light pitting. Stock very good with scattered bumps, dings and mars and a little old added oil finish.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

US Model 1865 1st Allin Conversion Springfield Two Band Rifle

Lot #140 (Sale Order 137 of 282)

.58RF caliber, 32.25" barrel (measured to hinge, 35.25" to tang), no S/N. Bright finish, smooth walnut stock with two flat, spring-retained barrel bands. Standard lock markings with two-line U.S. / SPRINGFIELD and {spread-winged eagle}, dated 1865 at the tail. Soft script ESA in an oval cartouche on counterpane, rack number 13 on buttplate. Lower band in original position, middle band removed with band spring hole neatly filled with armory quality work. Upper band slid back to new position, stock appropriately thinned and new band spring position inlet with forend cap neatly replaced. Sling swivel stud from original middle band cut out and brazed to bottom of upper band, as it correct. Stock re-cut for swelled rod channel forward of upper band to accommodate an appropriately shortened M1861 pattern ramrod that has been re-threaded at the end. 1864 pattern rear sight brazed to barrel forward of breech block without using the screw, musket pattern combination front sight/bayonet lug with barrel correctly re-tapered to accept a US M1855 socket bayonet. Includes an early Trapdoor sling made by splicing two Civil War era slings together. An apparently correct arsenal-shortened M1865 rifle for cadet use, potentially one of the 270 noted in arsenal records. Although noted at having 36" barrels (measured to tang) and an additional cartouche (which is not present), this appears to be a correctly altered variant.

Condition: Very good as altered. Metal lightly cleaned with a smooth pewter patina and showing some scattered light surface oxidation. Markings in metal clear, less so in wood. Mechanically functional, good bores with some scattered areas of light to moderate pitting, oxidized near the muzzle. Wood with wear, bumps and dings and mars, as well as the initials E M carved in the counterpane.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Rare Springfield US Model 1867 Cadet Rifle

Lot #141 (Sale Order 138 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 29.5" barrel, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock with standard U.S./SPRINGFIELD and {spread-winged eagle} markings, dated 1867 at tail. Breech block marked 1866/{eagle head}. No cartouche on stock. Leaf rear sight, musket-style front sight/bayonet lug, two rounded barrel bands retained by springs, not produced with sling swivels, includes a straight shank jag head cleaning rod with cupped face. Only 424 of these guns were produced at Springfield ca 1867-1868 making them extremely scarce.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright with scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Markings in metal clear. Mechanically functional, good bore with scattered pitting and moderate oxidation. Stock sanded and refinished, leaving some of the furniture proud of the wood. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

1st Model US Springfield Model 1873 Rifle

Lot #142 (Sale Order 139 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 4922 (mfg. ca 1874). Blued and case hardened finish, walnut stock. Lock marked with a {spread-winged eagle} and in three lines U.S./SPRINGFIELD/1873. Breech block marked MODEL/1873/{eagle head}/{crossed arrows}/US. No proof marks, as is correct for this early rifle, but a small "L" inspection is present on the top of the barrel in front of the receiver. Stock with a script ESA cartouche in an oval opposite the lock and with small block letter G C 0 marked behind the triggerguard. Correct early production features include a high-arch breechblock, 2-click tumbler, coarsely checkered hammer spur without boarder, short comb-long wrist stock, 1873 pattern rear sight, and flat-faced jag head ramrod with double shoulders. Includes a narrow .9375" wide leather sling with brass double claw hook and thong attachment. Also includes a fine condition M1873 socket bayonet.

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blued finish with clear markings throughout. Mechanically functional, fine bore, fine stock with a feathery texture and some light handling marks. Bayonet fine as well.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

US Model 1888 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #143 (Sale Order 140 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 505399. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock. Standard two-line U.S. / Springfield lock marking with {spread-winged eagle}, breech block correctly marked US/MODEL/1884. Barrel with V/P/{eagle-head} proofs and an "I" inspection mark. Clear SWP/1890 script cartouche on reverse wrist with crisp Circle-P firing proof behind triggerguard. Rack number 72 stamped on top of stock comb, forward of buttplate tang. Correct "R" marked Buffington rear sight, low arch breech, 3-click tumbler, grooved trigger, one-piece triggerguard. Retains ramrod bayonet, both barrel bands with sling swivels (bands on backwards) and an original US M1887 pattern leather sling. Trapdoor in butt void of tools.

Condition: Very fine. Retains much of the blue with some thinning and minor wear, with mostly vivid case color on the breech block. Markings all clear and crisp, mechanically functional, fine, bright bore. Stock with scattered handling marks, dings and mars and a 1.25" deep scratch on the obverse behind the wrist. Sling very good.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

US Model 1869 Springfield Cadet Rifle

Lot #144 (Sale Order 141 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 29.625" barrel secured by two spring retained rounded barrel bands, S/N 2449. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock with standard U.S. / SPRINGFIELD markings and {spread-winged eagle}, forward of hammer and dated 1863 horizontally at the tail. Breech block marked 1870/{eagle head}/US. Crisp script ESA cartouche counterpane. 1870 leaf rear sight, musket front sight/bayonet lug, produced without sling swivels. Correct jag-head single shoulder cleaning rod. Only 3,422 were produced circa 1869-1876. A very nice example of an Indian War period cadet rifle.

Condition: Very good. Metal with a medium pewter patina and scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration. Markings remain clear throughout, mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation. Wood crisp with scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

US Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle With Metcalf Attachment

Lot #145 (Sale Order 142 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel retained by two barrel bands, S/N 64299. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut stock with long wrist and short comb. Standard early Springfield lock markings with 1873 on third line, early breech block marked MODEL/1873 over {eagle head} with crossed arrows over US. Small script SWP cartouche in an oval opposite lock, {circle}-P proof behind triggerguard. High arch breech, three-click tumbler, smooth trigger, solid buttplate without implement compartment. M1873 rear sight, musket-style front sight/bayonet lug, stacking and sling swivels, M1873 jag head cleaning rod with recessed face. Equipped with experimental Metcalf device loading block attachment. 1,008 US M1873 rifles were assembled with the Metcalf modifications during 1876, with the guns believed to be in the 60,000 to 74,000 serial number range. The system attached a wooden block that held 8 spare cartridges on the right side of the gun, in front of the lock plate. No block is present. A very scarce variant rifle for the advanced Trapdoor collector.

Condition: Very good. Metal retains some thinning blue that is blending to a mostly smooth plum brown patina. Metal with some lightly scattered surface oxidation and a few minor impact marks. Markings remain clear and crisp throughout, mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered oxidation. Stock very good with clear cartouche, some scattered bumps and dings and a sliver of wood missing near the forend cap on the reverse.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1882 Magazine Rifle Chaffee-Reese

Lot #146 (Sale Order 143 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 27.875" barrel, no S/N. Blued finish, smooth, straight-gripped walnut stock. Top edge of receiver marked US-SPRINGFILED 1884, barrel with usual V/P/{eagle head} proofs, clear SWP/1884 cartouche on upper rear of reverse butt. US M1879 pattern rear sight correctly marked C-R indicating correct graduations for the Chaffee-Reese, musket type front sight/bayonet lug, slotted head cleaning rod. Only 753 of the bolt action, butt magazine fed Chaffee-Reese rifles were produced ca 1884, making them scarce guns from the late Indian Wars era.

Condition: Very good. Retains much of the thinning blued finish that is fading to a smooth plum brown patina. Markings in metal remain crisp and clear, as is cartouche. Mechanically functional action, however the ammunition feed mechanism is missing from the butt which is typical with these rifles. Stock very good with some added oil finish and showing some minor chipping around the receiver on the obverse.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Model 1870 Springfield Sharps Type I Trials Rifle

Lot #147 (Sale Order 144 of 282)

.50-70 caliber, 35" barrel, S/N 38791. Bright and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut butt stock and forend secured by two solid spring retained barrel bands. Standard M1859 and M1863 two-line Sharps patent mark on lock and Lawrence primer patent marks behind hammer. Sharps patent mark on reverse of breech block. Serial number on barrel matches tang. Script ESA cartouche on reverse in an oval. 1870 pattern rear sight, musket style front sight/bayonet lug, flat-faced jag head cleaning rod with single shoulder. Sling swivels on upper band and in toe of stock. Springfield Arsenal assembled 1,000 .50-70 Sharps trials rifles and 300 trials carbines during the early 1870s. The first 700 rifles (Type I) were built on re-purposed Civil War era percussion Sharps receivers with the Lawrence primer system internal parts removed. The last 300 (Type II) rifles were built on the first of the M1874 Sharps receivers. This is a solid example of a Type I Springfield Sharps trials rifle that would be a fine addition to any collection of Indian War period arms.

Condition: Good to very good. Barrel and bands with an applied chemical brown patina, receiver with traces of the arsenal refurbished case coloring. Markings on lock remain clear, slightly worn on receiver due to polishing for the arsenal refinish. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some scattered minor oxidation. Stock with wear, scattered bumps and dings and a very nice cartouche.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Springfield M1871 Spencer Rifle Altered from Carbine

Lot #148 (Sale Order 145 of 282)

.50RF caliber, 32.5" barrel, S/N 17621. Blued and color casehardened finish, walnut buttstock and forend secured by two solid, spring-retained barrel bands. Top of receiver marked MODEL/1865 perpendicularly to the four-line address and patent marking. Weak ESA cartouche in an oval perpendicular to the rear of the sling bar. Stabler cut-off, M1870 pattern leaf rear sight, musket style front sight/bayonet lug, sling swivels on upper barrel band and in toe of stock. Smooth bottomed Civil War pattern magazine follower, sling bar and ring opposite lock. The Springfield Arsenal altered 1,108 US M1865 Spencer Carbines produced by the Burnside Rifle Company to infantry rifles in 1871. This is one of those scarce altered carbines.

Condition: Very good. Barrel retains much of the arsenal applied blue with scuffing, wear and loss. Receiver retains some traces of case coloring. Markings remain clear in the metal with the cartouche slightly worn. Mechanically functional, very good bore with moderate oxidation and some light pitting near the muzzle. Stock crisp with several tight grain cracks in the butt along the line of the magazine tube, as is typical.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Rare US Springfield Model 1880 Triangular Ramrod Bayonet Rifle

Lot #149 (Sale Order 146 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 157711. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock. Standard US/SPRINGFIELD lock markings with {spread-winged eagle}, breech block marked US / MODEL /1873. V/P/{eagle head} proofs at breech with an additional "P" inspection mark. Clear script SWP/1881 cartouche and {Circle-P} firing proof behind the triggerguard. "R" marked 1879 pattern rear sight, butt trap for tools, no tools present. 3-click tumbler, low arch breech, two-piece triggerguard. Retains sling and stacking swivels. Retains original experimental triangular ramrod bayonet. Only 1,001 of these experimental rifles were produced circa 1881 in the 154,XXX to 158,XXX serial number range. A scarce example of a very desirable Trapdoor variant rifle.

Condition: Good. Retains some thinning blue turning plum on the barrel with some lightly scattered flecks of surface oxidation. Mechanically functional, very good bore. Clear markings in metal, more worn in wood. Wood with moderate wear, a repaired crack on the reverse at the front lock screw, angling up to the barrel channel and a chip out behind the tang. Otherwise with scattered bumps, dings and dents.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

US Springfield Model 1865 1st Model Allin Conversion Rifle

Lot #150 (Sale Order 147 of 282)

.58RF caliber, 37.75" barrel secured by three flat spring-retained bands, no S/N. Bright finish, walnut stock. Lock marked US / SPRINGFIELD in two lines with {spread-winged eagle} and dated 1865 horizontally at tail. Counterpane clearly stamped with correct SWP and ESA script cartouches. Retains both sling swivels, straight-shank ramrod, 1864 pattern rear sight and front sight/bayonet lug. 5,000 of these earliest "Trapdoor" alteration rifles were built at Springfield from surplus US M1861 rifle muskets in 1865, officially ushering in the era of the breechloading metallic cartridge rifle for the US military. Includes a US M1855 Type I socket bayonet.

Condition: Fine. Metal with a lightly cleaned to bright with some minute flecks of scattered age discoloration and minor oxidation. All markings clear and crisp, mechanically functional, fine bore. Stock crisp with clear cartouches and some scattered handling marks and minor dings. Bayonet about good with some light pitting.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

Rare US Model 1884 Springfield Trapdoor Rifle With Experimental Barringer Sight System

Lot #151 (Sale Order 148 of 282)

.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 497719. Blued and color case hardened finish, walnut stock. Standard two-line U.S. / Springfield lock marking with {spread-winged eagle}, breech block correctly marked US/MODEL/1884. Barrel markings covered by Barringer rear sight. Visible SWP/1890 script cartouche on reverse wrist with weak {circle-P} firing proof behind triggerguard. Low arch breech, 3-click tumbler, grooved trigger, two-piece triggerguard. Retains cleaning rod and both barrel bands with sling and stacking swivels. Rifle is equipped with the very scarce Barringer experimental rear sight and accompanying semi-Patridge style dovetailed front sight blade that would prevent the mounting of a bayonet. It is estimated that no more than 50 or so Trapdoor rifles were so equipped as part of a rear sight development trial and today only a handful are known to exist. These experimental sights were also applied to a handful of Krag rifles for similar tests. An extremely scarce Trapdoor variant for the advanced Trapdoor collector.

Condition: Fne. Retains most of the blued finish with some thinning and minor wear. Faded gray mottling remains on the breech block. Clear markings in metal, less clear in wood. Mechanically functional, very good bore with scattered light oxidation and crisp rifling. Stock with added old varnish and scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 3500 - 5000

Period Shortened Ainsworth Inspected Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #152 (Sale Order 149 of 282)

.45 Colt caliber, 4.875" barrel, S/N 5988 (mfg. ca 1874). Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action revolver with 6-shot fluted cylinder. One line semi-italicized "script" barrel address flanked by Maltese crosses, two-date in two-line frame patent mark followed by U.S mark. Bottom of barrel, triggerguard, rear edge of cylinder and backstrap with small A sub-inspection. Bottom of barrel and rear edge of cylinder with tiny P proof. Matching serial numbers throughout, including grip which is weakly ink numbered in the backstrap cut out. Black powder frame, bull's-eye ejector rod, early production ejector housing with round indexing stud. Grip with deeply carved R in left side above the weak outline of a no longer visible cartouche. Barrel period shortened to slightly longer than 4.75" with front sight reset. An apparently honest, Ainsworth inspected M1873 Cavalry Revolver that has been period altered into a much handier gun. Interestingly M1873 #5989, only 1 number away from this one, is listed in the Springfield Research Serial Number Books as being issued to the US 2nd Cavalry on June 11, 1874 and then listed on April 1, 1878 as damaged. One has to wonder if whatever resulted in the damage to #5989 might have had something to do with #5988 having its barrel shortened. A nice chance to own an honest, if well worn and poorly stored Ainsworth M1873 without spending huge amounts of money.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish and shows hard use with somewhat mottled and heavily oxidized patina on the metal. Markings mostly clear in the metal, cartouche extremely weak. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation, some surface rust and strong rifling. Grips heavily sanded, well worn with bumps, dings and chips and the backstrap proud of the wood.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

U.S. Marked Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #153 (Sale Order 150 of 282)

.45 Colt caliber, 7.5" barrel, S/N 7387 (mfg. ca 1874). Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth one-piece walnut grip. Single action, 6-shot revolver with fluted cylinder. One-line italicized "script" barrel address is flanked by Maltese Crosses and reads +COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co HARTFORD, CT U.S.A.+. Visible numbers match, grip unnumbered. Frame markings not present. Black powder frame, early style ejector housing with locating stud, bull's-eye ejector rod. Small P proof under barrel. Tiny sub-inspection "A" marks under barrel, on rear edge of cylinder, on triggerguard and on top of backstrap. Grips with large, weak script HN (Henry Nettleton) cartouche on left, weak script DFC (David F. Clark) on the right and small block DFC on bottom; incorrect for the serial number range of this gun, but apparently authentic.

Condition: Good. Retains no finish except for some blue on the ejector rod housing, with the balance a lightly oxidized brownish gray patina. Markings remain clear and legible except for the frame that is void of patent markings. Mechanically functional, fair bore with visible rifling and moderate pitting. Grip worn, a replacement on this gun, sanded with numerous bumps, dings, mars and chips at the leading edge. Also with a tight grain crack on the right side.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver - Ainsworth Inspected

Lot #154 (Sale Order 151 of 282)

.45 Colt caliber, 7.5" barrel, S/N 4648 (mfg. ca 1874). Non-original nickel finish, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action revolver with 6-shot half-fluted cylinder. One-line semi-italicized "script" barrel address flanked by Maltese crosses, two-date in two-line frame patent mark followed by U.S. mark. Bottom of barrel, triggerguard, backstrap and rear edge of cylinder small A sub-inspections. Bottom of barrel and rear edge of cylinder with tiny P proof. Matching serial numbers throughout, with the exception of the grip. Black powder frame, bulls-eye ejector rod, early pattern ejector housing with round indexing stud. Lanyard ring and lanyard added to bottom of grip. A rare opportunity to acquire a full-length Ainsworth inspected SAA that was likely issued to the 3rd US Cavalry without spending mid-five figures. A gun that is certainly worthy of a quality restoration to its original appearance.

Condition: Very good as refinished. Retains much of the applied nickel finish, with clear markings. Mechanically functional, bore about good with moderate pitting and strong rifling. Grip replaced and heavily sanded, lanyard and ring added.

EST $ 5000 - 8000

A Very Good Etched Panel Colt Single Action Army Revolver Beautifully Engraved on Butt, H.F. Woods

Lot #155 (Sale Order 152 of 282)

.44-40 caliber, 7.5" barrel. A far better than average etched panel and serial number 99749 is an authentic etched panel. Revolver has all matching numbers including cylinder and barrel. Three-line patent markings. Manufactured in 1883. Clear etched panel reads Colt Frontier Six Shooter. Includes factory letter.

Condition: Barrel retains considerable high polished blue finish mixing with brown. Etched panel is excellent, clearly visible. Ejector rod housing with wear to blue. Front sight is perfect with original blue, polished markings still visible. Frame and hammer retain much original bright cased hardening. Cylinder is mostly flaked, but retains traces of original blue in flutes, but has little wear. Backstrap and triggerguard with hand wear, but considerable original blue on butt and saddle. Screws retain much original nitre blue. Grips retain nearly all their original varnish with wear and two significant marks on left. Mechanically excellent. Bore is fine. H.F. Woods was President of Stickney & Poor Spice Company of Boston. This etched panel is collector's condition and quality throughout. One would have to spend five figures to find a better one.

EST $ 5000 - 7000

Excellent Martially Marked Richards Converted Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver

Lot #156 (Sale Order 153 of 282)

.44 Colt caliber, 7.875" barrel, S/N 330. Blued and color case hardened finish, brass triggerguard, one-piece walnut grip. Three screw frame, cut for shoulder stock. Mixed original serial numbers, matching conversion number 330 throughout including on wedge and in grip. No visible barrel address, clear cylinder scene and markings, crisp COLTS/PATENT frame marking, clear US on left of barrel web with A inspection, bottom of barrel with B inspection. Weak traces of cartouche on lower left of grip. Approximately 1,200 US M1860 Army revolvers were altered and refinished by the Springfield Arsenal in the post-Civil War period for early use on the frontier circa 1871-72. The revolvers were refinished during the process resulting in weak or worn markings, and often appear with slightly shorter than standard barrels. Grips were typically replaced as well. A scarce gun in its own right, these maritally marked Richards converted 1860s Army revolvers tended to see hard use and are rarely found in with much of their period finish and in crisp condition.

Condition: Fine. Retains some of the arsenal applied blue which is thinning and streaky, with the frame showing some dulled arsenal applied case color. Mechanically functional, good bore with some pitting at the breech and muzzle. Grips lightly sanded and backstrap slightly proud of the wood. A really nice example of a scarce, early American military cartridge revolver.

EST $ 6000 - 8000

Ainsworth Inspected Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver

Lot #157 (Sale Order 154 of 282)

.45 Colt caliber, 7.5" barrel, S/N 12518 (mfg. ca 1874). Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth one-piece walnut grip. Single action, 6-shot revolver with fluted cylinder. One-line italicized "script" barrel address is flanked by Maltese Crosses and reads +COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co HARTFORD, CT U.S.A.+. Visible numbers match, grip ink number illegible but appears to end in an "8". Frame with two-date in two-line marking and small U.S. mark. Black powder frame, early style ejector housing with locating stud, bulls-eye ejector rod. Small "P" proof under barrel and on rear edge of cylinder. Tiny sub-inspection "A" marks under barrel, on rear edge of cylinder, on triggerguard and on top of backstrap. Grip with script OWA cartouche on left side and no cartouche on the right side, as is correct.

Condition: Very good. Metal with minute traces of blue in protected areas of the barrel, otherwise with a mostly mottled oxidized brownish gray patina. Markings remain clear in the metal, cartouche weaker. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and scattered pitting. Grip with moderate wear, bumps and dings and a couple of tiny chips at the leading edges.

EST $ 6000 - 9000

Rare Model 1872 Springfield Cadet Sword

Lot #158 (Sale Order 155 of 282)

28.7" length, straight with two edges, spear point. Stamped on the ricasso U.S. Armory Springfield. Hilt of bronze with chased eagles, heads, and coiled serpents, and gilt. The Mortise, for the tang of the blade: M.A. in old English letters. the bronze pommel with eagle's head on each side. Scabbard is nickle finish with brass throat with "L"-shaped hanger, brass tip. Less than 253 of these swords were made by Springfield Arsenal and only 100 scabbards were produced.

Condition: Blade is nice, untouched with crisp markings. Scabbard is very good.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Brass Marksman Stadia

Lot #159 (Sale Order 156 of 282)

5.25" length, marked US Stadia, Frankford Arsenal. Has the cotton line with brass beads.These stadias were presented to the best marksman in the company. It was worn on the breast as a badge of honor. The contest consist of four shots each at fifteen distances, between 150 to 1500 feet. A total of 350 brass and silver stadias were made.

Condition: Excellent condition.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Captain Albert T. Henshaw, Co. H, 6th Michigan Cavalry, Custer Tuebor 14K Gold Badge, Plus

Lot #160 (Sale Order 157 of 282)

Lot of 3 items belonging to Captain Albert T. Henshaw (1835-1913).

Except for the venerated Medal of Honor first instituted in 1861, the federal government did not sanction or otherwise award medals to military combatants during the Civil War period. The iconic Custer "Tuebor" Medal (Latin for "I will defend") is unquestionably the most enigmatic and positively the rarest of the handful of privately made wartime decorations that included the Kearny Medal, Kearny Cross, Gilmore, and Butler medals - the epitome of the Custer mystique.

In the shape of a Maltese cross beneath a five-pointed star representing Custer's rank as brigadier, the elaborate medal was made of gold inset with narrow bands of blue enamel along the edges. The center of the star bore an enameled regimental numeral with "CUSTER" on the centerline of the cross and the Latin "TUEBOR" on the bottom of the lower arm. The defiant motto was derived from the Michigan state seal adopted in 1836 and commemorated the prominent role of the Michigan Territory against the British and their Indian allies during the War of 1812. Except for the obligatory inscription of the recipient, the medal was plain on the reverse and was suspended from T-bar pin of gold crossed sabers highlighted by a deep yellow colored silk ribbon. The lower Maltese cross bore a second T-bar attachment pin. Overall, the medal measured 3.5 in. high, top to bottom, and was 1.25 in. wide.

Custer had designed his medal during the brigade's 1863-64 winter encampment at Stevenson, Virginia and left a series of rough sketches in his unpublished journal now in the collection of the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. During the summer of 1864 as the Wolverines were engaged in the Shenandoah Valley Campaign, Custer personally commissioned the premier jewelry firm of Tiffany & Co., New York to craft a prototype. Serial medals were to be produced at the general's expense and awarded especially to meritorious members of the Michigan Brigade "at his specific behest." Unfortunately, little else of substance is known about the medal. Custer left no written stipulation of the award criteria. Tiffany archives do not contain any record of transactions nor do we know how many Custer Medals were ultimately created. Oddly enough, there is no formal or complete list of Wolverines (along with a few others) who received the Custer Medal. Whether or not some form of paper certificate or testimonial accompanied the medal pro forma is also unknown. We are completely in the dark regarding the circumstances of the award itself - intended to have been presented personally by Custer, or otherwise. Fortuitously, the perspective of one of the honored recipients, Colonel James H. Kidd, 6th Michigan Cavalry, was published in the June 17, 1865 edition of the Detroit Advertiser & Tribune. Colonel Kidd's letter to the paper embodied the essence of the award while reflecting the larger than life persona of its creator: "The gold in this badge is not more precious, it is not rarer, than the frankness, the generosity, the want of distrust which has always characterized your intercourse with me... The associations - the Michigan Brigade of Cavalry, its leaders, Custer, his deeds and theirs, are enough to make (the) gift one of inestimable value always."

The Custer Medal is the centerpiece of the lot. Measuring approx. .9375 x 1.5 in., the gold medal tests positive, at least 14K. It is engraved on the reverse side, "Capt. Henshaw / 6th / Mich. Cav." The medal shows evidence of a previous repair, crudely done in the area between the "S" and "T" of "CUSTER" on the centerline. The incorrect red, white, and blue ribbon should be yellow but has been attached to the medal for a considerable time. Accompanying the rare Tuebor Medal are Captain Henshaw's GAR membership badge together with a Custer celluloid with frayed ribbon commemorating the "Unveiling of the Custer Monument" at Monroe, Michigan, June 4, 1910 - confirmation that the captain was a lifelong Custer loyalist! Henshaw's medals were consigned by an anonymous Michigan resident and nothing else by way of provenance is known. Parenthetically, another Custer Medal to a member of the 7th Michigan Cavalry was sold by Heritage Auctions for $35,850 in June 2007, and Cowan's sold a Custer Medal and related items identified to Brevet Brigadier General James H. Kidd, 6th Michigan Cavalry, for $102,000 in June 2016.

For biography of Henshaw, please go to cowans.com.

Condition: Custer Tuebor medal electronically tested 14K. Shows evidence of repair between the "S" and "T" in "CUSTER."Custer unveiling ribbon frayed, with some loss to lower right corner/edge. Some tarnish on GAR badge.

EST $ 15000 - 25000

** Pre-WWII German "S/142" K98k Mauser Rifle with .22 Caliber Conversion Kit and Bayonet

Lot #161 (Sale Order 158 of 282)

8mm/.22 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 3663a. Barrel and receiver match, other parts non-matching. Blued finish with laminate stock. Blade front sight with tangent rear sight. Barrel and chamber show pre-Nazi German proofs with additional "359" and "214" inspector markings. Chamber marked with "S/147" factory marking of Mauser Obendorf. Fitted with .22 caliber conversion kit marked "E.L. 24" with additional "3./J.R.20.6./Nr." indicating issue to 5th infantry regiment. Conversion kit parts matching "81." Includes non-matching bayonet.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fair to good. Barrel has a mixed light and dark gunmetal patina throughout with some old pitting. Stock shows some handling marks and blemishes consistent with surplus arms but no serious cracks or splits. Bore is good; some brightness with visible rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

** Scarce U.S. Model 1898 Krag-Jorgensen Gallery Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #162 (Sale Order 159 of 282)

.22LR caliber, 30" barrel with two barrel bands, S/N 476907. Reblued finish, smooth, straight-gripped walnut stock. Receiver with standard Springfield M1898 Krag rifle markings with ".22 CAL" markings, with the correct hole is drilled between the words "SPRINGFIELD" and "ARMORY" for the extractor cam. Correct off-set bore and correct supplemental extractor in place. Fine script "ESA" cartouche with 1907 date and {circle}-P proof behind triggerguard. M1896 rear sight, pinned blade front sight. Retains stacking and sling swivels. Trapdoor in butt for cleaning rods and oiler. Only 841 Krag .22 gallery rifles were produced ca 1906-1907, with some being fully assembled and inspected at Springfield and the balance being sent out as barreled actions to be dropped into existing stocks in the field. A very scarce US martial practice rifle not often seen for sale.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Minor wear to reblued finish with some scratching. Front sight missing blade. Some handling marks and blemishes to stock with worn cartouches. Bore is some what dark with storage grime and visible rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

** Model 1899 Springfield Krag Phillippine Constabulary Carbine

Lot #163 (Sale Order 160 of 282)

.30-40 Krag caliber, 22" barrel, S/N 226572 (mfg. ca 1899). Blued and case hardened finish, smooth straight-gripped walnut stock. Standard receiver markings reading U.S. over MODEL 1899 SPRINGFIELD ARSENAL followed by serial number. Block J.S.A. cartouche in box visible at reverse wrist, no {circle}-P firing proof behind triggerguard. "C" marked 1898 pattern rear sight, flat 1898 rifle type hand guard. 38" stock with single pin-retained barrel band at end of hand guard and double strapped upper band with bayonet lug 3.1875" from the muzzle. Muzzle appropriately turned down for .375" to accept the M1892 or M1905 knife bayonet. Lightening cut in stock filled in a workman like manner, with the walnut filler visible at the end of the forend, as would be expected. Standard rifle pattern cocking knob, sling swivels on lower barrel band and in toe of stock. Storage compartment in butt does not retain the 3-piece cleaning rod and oiler. Approximately 5,000 Krag carbines, primarily Model 1899s, were modified ca 1905-06 for use by the Philippine Constabulary. The obsolete carbines were restocked with shortened M1898 rifle stocks that had their lightening cuts filled, had double-strapped upper barrel bands added with bayonet lugs and had the muzzles turned down to accept the bayonet rings. Sling swivels were added as well. Sources differ as to where these alterations were performed with some suggesting the work was done at Benicia Arsenal and others that it was performed at Springfield or Rock Island. Records do confirm that some 5,000 carbines were altered for Constabulary use and the guns were sold to the Philippines for $6.00 each. This appears to be a correctly configured Constabulary Carbine that would be a fine addition to any Krag collection. Rifle includes a MRT 4-63 marked US M1905 leather sling.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Good. Retains some of the blued finish with thinning, wear and loss. Markings remain clear and legible in metal with legible cartouche. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation and some scattered pitting. Stock fair, with a major break at the wrist that was repaired and strengthened with a pair of wood dowels, with much of the repair concealed by added finish. Otherwise a solid example of an apparently legitimate constabulary carbine.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

**US Model 1898 Springfield Krag .22 Caliber Gallery Practice Rifle

Lot #164 (Sale Order 161 of 282)

.22LR caliber, 30" barrel with two barrel bands, S/N 476228. Blued finish, smooth, straight-gripped walnut stock. Receiver with standard Springfield M1898 Krag rifle markings with the hole and cal 22 markings, "SPRINGFIELD" and "ARMORY" for the extractor cam. Correct off-set bore and correct supplemental extractor in place. Fine script JFC cartouche without date, as is correct for an arsenal assembled gallery rifle, clear {circle}-P proof behind triggerguard. M1896 rear sight, pinned blade front sight, receiver mounted fully-adjustable aperture peep sight. Retains stacking and sling swivels. Trapdoor in butt for cleaning rods and oiler, rods missing, but oiler is present. Only 841 Krag .22 Gallery Rifles were produced ca 1906-1907, with some being fully assembled and inspected at Springfield and the balance being sent out as barreled actions to be dropped into existing stocks in the field. This gun appears to be one of those former, arsenal assembled gallery guns. A very scarce US martial practice rifle not often seen for sale.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Very good. Barrel with some thinned blue mixed with a plum patina. Barrel bands and magazine door with more blue, extractor with much of its vibrant fire blue. Markings in metal and wood are clear. Mechanically functional, fair bore that is dark, heavily oxidized and appears moderately pitted. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

Rare Model 1898 Springfield Krag Carbine

Lot #165 (Sale Order 162 of 282)

.30-40 Krag caliber, 22" barrel, S/N 126233. Blued finish, walnut stock. Receiver marked U.S. over MODEL 1898 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 126233. Clear script JSA/1898 cartouche at wrist with visible {circle-P} proof behind triggerguard. Correctly "C" marked M1896 rear sight, correct 30" carbine stock, sight protecting barrel band, standard front sight, sling bar and ring on reverse wrist. Butt trap with 3-piece cleaning rod. Only 5,000 M1898 Krag carbines were produced circa 1898, making them among the rarest of the various Krag variants produced. A scarce and desirable example in nice condition.

Condition: Good to very good. Metal retains some thinning blue and hints of a lightly oxidized plum patina. Metal markings remain clear, wood markings with some wear. Mechanically functional, good bore. Stock with scattered bumps and dings and couple of grain cracks, one 1.25" at the rear of the receiver tang, one between the magazine and sling bar on the reverse and one 1" long running from the rear of the sling bar through the cartouche.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

**Model 1898 Springfield Krag Rifle With Parkhurst Clip Attachment

Lot #166 (Sale Order 163 of 282)

.30-40 Krag caliber, 30" barrel, S/N 288705. Blued finish, walnut stock. Receiver marked U.S. over MODEL 1898 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 288705. No cartouche at wrist with visible {circle-P} proof behind triggerguard. M1898 rear sight, standard front sight, retains both sling swivels. Butt trap with 3-piece cleaning rod and nickel oiler. Only 200 Krags were altered for the Parkhurst stripper clip loading system in 1901; 100 rifles and 100 carbines. All known examples are in the 288,XXX to 290,XXX serial number range, as is this example. While the system was found to be effective, the adoption of the US M1903 rifle eliminated the need to potentially upgrade the now obsolete Krags. Most were subsequently stripped for parts, thus original examples are practically nonexistent. The handful of extant Parkhurst clip Krag rifles have been reassembled with salvaged receivers, as this example almost certainly is. Despite this it is an extremely rare Krag variant that is missing from many of the most advanced Krag collections.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Good. Retains some thinning blue turning to plum with clear markings in metal. Extractor with some traces of fire blue. Mechanically functional, dark bore is moderately oxidized and lightly pitted along its length. Stock lightly sanded with scattered handling marks, bumps and dings. A small crack is present behind the receiver tang at the wrist.

EST $ 5000 - 8500

Rare Early 1st Model 1892 Krag Springfield Rifle

Lot #167 (Sale Order 164 of 282)

.30-40 Government caliber, 30" round barrel, S/N 376. Blued finish, walnut stock. Receiver marked US / 1894 SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 376. Weak, illegible cartouche at reverse wrist. The rifle retains all of the features of an early, first model M1892 Krag with correct early production parts throughout. There is no indication the barreled action was ever updated to M1896, with correct early side plate, bolt, flat muzzle face without crown, solid buttplate, correct nose cap and cleaning rod and original sights. The stock is slightly more mysterious, despite being a correct early type M1892 stock. Removal of the buttplate reveals that the upgrade of drilling the butt for the cleaning rods and oiler started, but was stopped with only about .6" of wood removed. The lower drill bit appears to have wandered, resulting is an unusable hole. Thus the stock was likely discarded by Springfield prior to filling the ramrod channel and performing the other stock upgrades. It is our belief that the stock was rescued from the refuse of Springfield and used to finish the total restoration of this early three-digit M1892 Krag Rifle to its correct and original configuration. With the buttplate in place the rifle appears 100% correct, original and as issued, with only its removal showing the aborted upgrade to the stock. The stock is certainly an original and correct 1892 pattern that has not been restored and reworked. An very nice example of one the rarest of Krag rifle variants, whose component parts along are worth a small fortune to collectors attempting a restoration. Retains both sling swivels and stacking swivel and an original Pattern 1887 sling.

Condition: Very good. Retains some traces of blue on the edges of barrel with much of the blue underneath where it was protected by the stock. Clear markings in metal, weak in wood. Mechanically functional, fair bore with moderate oxidation and even pitting. Stock lightly sanded leaving marks weak and showings some scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 5000 - 10000

**US Model 1903 Springfield Hoffer Thompson Rifle

Lot #168 (Sale Order 165 of 282)

.22 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 586866 (mfg. ca 1913). Blued finish, smooth finger-grooved straight grip Type 2 walnut stock with single stock bolt. Standard Springfield four-line receiver marking over serial number reading U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903 with barrel marked S.A./{flaming bomb}/4-15. Receiver bridge marked "22". Block J.F.C. cartouche on reverse of stock, "B" and "H" in safety recess of stock, "30" behind triggerguard. Rear leaf sight graduated to "27," retains both sling swivels and stacking swivel, includes a M1905 leather sling.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blued finish with clear markings in metal and wood. Mechanically functional, good bore with some pitting forward of the chamber. Wood fine with some light handling marks.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

** Early WW II M1 Garand Rifle

Lot #169 (Sale Order 166 of 282)

.30-06 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 452439 (mfg. ca. Dec. 1941). Parkerized finish, walnut stock. Standard Springfield receiver markings. Barrel marked SA 1-42, appropriate to the receiver serial number. Rifle shows typical post-WWII rebuild features including a cut op-rod, a Type 3 post WWII rear sight windage knob, Type 4 elevation knob and a mixture of later period revision number marked parts, with the bolt being revision 23 SA marked. All parts examined are SA marked. Stock with a blurred SA/FMcP and small crossed-canon Ordnance Wheel cartouche on reverse and a serifed {circle-P} firing proof in the pistol grip and a tiny Ordnance Wheel on the bottom of the grip. Stock cartouches are correct for approximately June 1942-October 1943. Throat erosion measures "1", muzzle erosion measures "5." Includes a well used M1905 sling and a Union Fork & Hoe M1 bayonet with scabbard. A plastic tube cleaning kit is present in the butt trap. The original CMP paperwork is included, with receipt where the consignor purchased the rifle in July of 2000.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Very good as rebuilt. Retains much of the applied Parkerized finish with all metal markings clear and legible, markings in wood somewhat blurred. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation. Stock lightly sanded with numerous bumps and dings. Sling about good with wear, bayonet very good.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

***Finnish-Marked French Sidarme Model 1915 Chauchat Machine Gun

Lot #170 (Sale Order 167 of 282)

8mm caliber, 22" barrel, S/N 12720. Upper and lower numbers match. Blued finish with wood furniture. Marked on left side of frame with serial number, model marking, and Sidarme trademark as well as finish "[SA]" markings. During the three-month Winter War between the Soviet Union and Finland, over 5,000 surplus Chauchats were donated to the Finnish Army by France. Although they arrived to late to see action in that conflict, they were used during the Continuation War from 1941-1944.

Originally de-watted with plugged and welded barrel, is fully transferable on a BATF Form 4 for reconversion to a functional firearm.

***Fully transferable on Form 4

Condition: Good. Some moderate loss of finish with some parts taking on a deep plumb patination. Charging handle shows some denting. Some remnants of cosmoline preservative in low areas and in mechanical parts. Wood shows some dents and blemishes from age and use typical with surplus arms. Bore is dark and dusty with visible rifling remaining.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

***Sten MK2 Sub Machinegun

Lot #171 (Sale Order 168 of 282)

9mm caliber, 8" barrel, S/N 69390. Barrel is plugged, the action full operational. It is on a Form 4.

***Fully transferable on Form 4

Condition: The entire metal is gray to brown. Mechanically great. Overall very good.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

** TWN Semi-Automatic German MG 34 Machine Gun

Lot #172 (Sale Order 169 of 282)

8mm caliber, 24.5" barrel, S/N 75502. Reblued finish with wood stock. Semi-automatic only lower receiver manufactured by TWN of Veronina, Oregon. Parts show mixed numbers including 7550, 5394, 5446, and 9900. Waffenamts and inspection marks throughout including reproduction markings on fabricated lower receiver. Bipod marked with 1942 date and "dfb" Gustloff company factory code. Bolt shows Waffenamt "WaA39."

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Some thinning of reblued finish on sharp edges and working parts. Wood has some handling and blemishes consistent with surplus arms. Bore is good; slightly dark with visible rifling.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

***Lend-Lease Marlin Rockwell U.S. Model 1918 BAR Light Machine Gun

Lot #173 (Sale Order 170 of 282)

.30-06 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 255497. Blued finish with checkered forend and plain buttstock. Barrel marked with Marlin "M," Ordnance Department flaming bomb and "3-19" production date. Additional flaming bomb proof on barrel forward of receiver. Top of receiver marked in five lines "BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE/-U.S. CAL. .30 MODEL 1918/MFD. BY MARLIN-ROCKWELL CORP./255497/PATENTED MAR. 28 1916 NO. 1176873." Top of receiver also marked with ordnance flaming bomb and "{eagle}/40" inspection mark

During the First World War, Marlin-Rockwell produced thousands of machine guns and arms for the war effort, including 20,000 "BAR" rifles. First accepted by the army in June 1918, many of the examples produced by the firm were made too late to see combat in France and were relegated to Army storage. While exact records of serial numbers were not kept, two blocks of production serial numbers were assigned to Marlin Rockwell: 23,000-64,000 and 245,000-260,000. Taking these ranges into consideration as well as the March, 1919 barrel date, this particular example would have been produced in the middle portion of Marlin Rockwell's later contract and are a correct match. The outbreak of the Second World War caused many of the stored guns to be shipped to Britain as part of the famous Lend-Lease program. It features the original type checkered forend with an added bipod, as is found on many examples being converted to the later A1 and A2 standard. This example shows a British proof just forward of the ejection port on frame, indicating it was one of the more than 23,000 surplus arms of all types sent to Britain.

This example has been previously de-watted via a plugged barrel, but is fully transferable on an BATFE Form 4 and is eligible for re-conversion.

***Fully transferable on Form 4

Condition: Good. Some thinning and scratching of blued finish with markings remaining sharp and visible. Bipod washer is missing. Some thinning on working parts. Action is functional. Some handling marks and blemishes to stock, but no serious cracks or splits. Some remnants of cosmoline preservative in low areas and working parts. Bore is fair; somewhat dirty with visible rifling. Easily cleaned.

EST $ 7500 - 12000

** Mauser C-96 Large Ring Pistol Retailed by Von Lengerke & Detmold New York

Lot #174 (Sale Order 171 of 282)

.30 Mauser caliber, 5.5" barrel, S/N 32851. Standard configuration except for Von Lengerke & Detmold markings. Thousand-meter adjustable sight. All numbers match including floor plate and follower.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Pistol retains considerable original dull blue finish. Sight and extractor retain some nitre blue finish. Reeded walnut grips retain considerable original varnish. Trigger retains some original straw color. Action is good. Bore is fine for an early large ring Mauser.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

An Interesting Mauser C-96 Cone Hammer Pistol Retailed by John Rigby & Co.

Lot #175 (Sale Order 172 of 282)

.30 caliber, 5.5" barrel, S/N 1671. A nice early production broom handle enhanced by the Rigby retail. It is possible that Rigby has records on this particular Mauser. Winston Churchill was very fond of his broom handle which he carried in the Boer War.

Condition: Frame retains some original blue mixing with brown in the usual broom handle fashion. All numbers match. Barrel is mostly bluish brown with full Rigby St. James address. Rear sight slide and extractor retain considerable original nitre blue. Grips retain some original varnish. Action is slightly sticky. Bore is poor. The broom handle should have an interesting traceable history through Rigbys.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

A Fine and Unusual C-96 Cone Hammer Mauser Pistol Marked The Clyde Engineering Co. Limited

Lot #176 (Sale Order 173 of 282)

.30 caliber, 5.5" barrel, S/N 4251. This is a particularly fine cone hammer. Appears to have all matching numbers, but floor plate has not been removed. 1000-meter rear sight. Left panel beautifully engraved "The Clyde Engineering Company." The Clyde Engineering Co. was an Australian manufacture of locomotives founded in September 1898.

Condition: Gun is far above average for a cone hammer Mauser. Frame and barrel retain much original finish. Rear sight and extractor retain much brilliant nitre blue. Reeded grips retain much original varnish with only minor marks. Grip screw retains some original finish. Bore is excellent. Action is good. A far better than average example with an interesting history.

EST $ 2500 - 3500

C-96 Cone Hammer Mauser Pistol

Lot #177 (Sale Order 174 of 282)

.30 caliber, 5.5" barrel, S/N 5128. All matching numbers.

Condition: Frame retains most of its original dull blue. Barrel retains traces of blue. Area of significant erosion on left side of barrel ca 2". Sight and extractor have traces of original bright blue. Grips show wear, but show some original varnish. Action is sticky. Bore is fair with some roughness.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Four Digit C-96 Mauser Cone Hammer Pistol

Lot #178 (Sale Order 175 of 282)

.30 Mauser caliber, 5.5" barrel, S/N 6084. Standard configuration throughout. All serial numbers match.

Condition: Barrel is mostly brown. Frame retains original dull blue finish. Reeded grips retain some varnish. Gun functions properly. Bore is good and better than average for a cone hammer Mauser. Shoulder stock slot has been welded and new metal inserted.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

** Smith & Wesson US Model 1917 Revolver

Lot #179 (Sale Order 176 of 282)

.45 ACP, 5.5" barrel, S/N 65334. Blued finish, color case hardened hammer and trigger, smooth walnut grips. Standard markings, matching serial numbers on frame and rear of cylinder, matching assembly numbers on frame and crane. Lanyard ring in grip.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blued finish and vibrant case color on the hammer and trigger. All markings crisp and clear. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling with moderate oxidation and pitting in the grooves. Grips with some scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

** Colt Model 1911A1 With Holster And Mag Pouches

Lot #180 (Sale Order 177 of 282)

.45 caliber, 5" barrel, S/N 2262889 (ca. 1945). Reparkerized finish with checkered plastic grips. Slide marked with typical two-line patent dates and two-line address along with rampant colt. Right side of frame marked with U.S. property markings, serial number, and U.S. Army model markings. Left side of frame rear of trigger shows "G.H.B." inspector marking. Includes mills belt with accessories including holster, U.F.H. bayonet, and two magazine pouches. One pouch contains two blued magazines.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Good as is. Some thinning of reworked finish on sharp edges and working parts. Refinishing has partially obscured some markings. Grips are in very good condition with no cracks or splits. Bore is very good; bright with sharp edges to rifling. Minimal stains or wear on accessories with some evidence of cleaning on bayonet partially obscuring markings.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

** Colt US Model 1911 "Black Army" Pistol

Lot #181 (Sale Order 178 of 282)

.45 ACP caliber, 5" barrel, S/N 512081 (mfg. ca 1918). Blued finish, checkered double-diamond wood grips. Right side of slide marked MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY with right side of frame with serial number. Left side of slide marked in two, two-line segments reading PATENTED APR. 20, 1897, APET. 9, 1902 / DEC. 19, 1905. FEB. 14, 1911. AUG. 19, 1913 and COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. the markings are separated by the Rampant Colt logo. Lower left of frame marked UNITED STATES PROPERTY, with {eagle head}/S12 inspection behind the trigger, above the magazine release. Scalloped frame cutout under grips. "H" inspection on rear of slide above firing pin stop. Blued barrel with conjoined P H on barrel hood, an upside down V on right side of link lug and a 5 underneath the chamber. Top edge of frame with H and G marks, underside of slide with 1, G and an illegible mark. Long, smooth-faced trigger, flat mainspring housing. Includes a single two-tone magazine without a lanyard ring. A nice and crisp example of a very war time production M1911 manufactured towards the end of 1918 with the rougher metal finish that resulted in the "Black Army" finish.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Very good. Retains some of the dull blue-black finish with thinning, loss and wear. The balance of the metal with a dull brownish-gray patina. All markings remain clear and crisp. Mechanically functional with a good bore that is moderately oxidized in the grooves with some light pitting. Grips with moderate wear, some rounding to sharp edges and wear to checkering with bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

** 1918 Production Brushed Blue US Model 1911 Pistol by Colt

Lot #182 (Sale Order 179 of 282)

.45 ACP caliber, 5" barrel, S/N 279464 (mfg. ca 1918). Brushed blued finish, checkered double-diamond wood grips. Right side of slide marked MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY with right side of frame with serial number. Left side of slide marked in two, two-line segments reading PATENTED APR. 20, 1897, APET. 9, 1902 / DEC. 19, 1905. FEB. 14, 1911. AUG. 19, 1913 and COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. The markings are separated by the Rampant Colt logo. Lower left of frame marked UNITED STATES PROPERTY, with correct JMG (John M. Gilbert) inspection behind the trigger, above the magazine release. This inspection was used from roughly January to May of 1918, prior to the commencement of "Black Army" finish production later that year. "H" inspection on rear of slide above firing pin stop. Blued barrel with separate P and H inspections on hood, A on right side of link lug and a 5 underneath the chamber. Top edge of frame with with H, S and G marks, underside of slid with 1, T, Q and G marks. Long, smooth faced trigger, flat mainspring housing. Includes a single two-tone magazine without a lanyard ring. A very nice and crisp example of a war time production M1911 manufactured in 1918 prior to the transition to rougher metal finish that resulted in the "Black Army" finish later that year.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blue, which is thinning and fading, with all markings remaining crisp and clear. Mechanically functional, fine, bright bore with crisp rifling, grips with moderate wear, softening of the checkering and with bumps and dings.

EST $ 5000 - 7500

** 1936 Dated Luftwaffe Contract Krieghoff P08 Luger Pistol

Lot #183 (Sale Order 180 of 282)

9mm caliber, 4" barrel, S/N 4528. Blued finish, stewed small parts, coarse checkered brown plastic grips. Matching numbers throughout with the exception of the magazine. 1936 chamber date, correct H {anchor} K / KRIEGHOFF / SUHL marking on toggle with the word "Kreighoff" running the whole width of the toggle. Left side of slide with large Luftwaffe {droop-winged eagle}/2 inspection followed by a slightly smaller {droop-winged eagle} without a number and an even smaller {droop-winged eagle}/2 set of inspection marks. Left of frame with {droop-winged eagle}/2 inspection, bottom of barrel with {droop-winged eagle}/2, serial number 4528 and 881 bore diameter marking. Includes mismatched but correctly inspected {droop-winged eagle}/2 Krieghoff aluminum bottom magazine that is serial number 4647 and also numbered 1. Krieghoff produced Luftwaffe contract Lugers are among the most desirable of all WWII era German military Lugers and this is a wonderful example.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the bright blue on the frame and toggle, with the barrel, gripstrap and backstrap turning mostly plum. Small parts retaining some straw with the extractor retaining the most golden color and the safety the least. All markings remain extremely clear and crisp, mechanically functional with a fine, bright bore with some moderate frosting in the grooves. Grips rate about very fine with crisp checkering and some light handling marks. A really great, original and correct Luftwaffe contract Kreighoff P08 pistol.

EST $ 5000 - 8000

** Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver Presented To General Jonathan M. Wainwright

Lot #184 (Sale Order 181 of 282)

.38 Special caliber, 4" barrel, S/N C128744. Satin blue finish, round butt frame, checkered wood grips with silver S&W medallion. Six-shot cylinder, standard Smith & Wesson markings throughout. Presented to General Jonathan M. Wainwright in 1950, with the presentation factory stamped in five lines on the left side of the frame between the grip and cylinder reading: "PRESENTED TO / GENERAL J.M. WAINWRIGHT BY / PAUL JONES MEMORIAL CHAPTER / DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS / CLEVELAND, TENNESSEE."

The revolver is accompanied by a copy of the Roy Jinks S&W factory letter confirming the configuration of the revolver, including the satin blue finish, factory applied presentation and the fact that the revolver was shipped on November 10, 1950, directly to Luther Goodwin; the chief of police for Cleveland, TN at the time. The revolver was sold through the Drisman Hardware Company of Chattanooga, TN.

The revolver was presented during a banquet that occurred while General Wainwright was in the area, where he apparently spent time with the locals hunting wild boars and sampling Jack Daniels provided by the owner of the distillery, Rigger Motlow. Several letters regarding the event from participants are included as well as an original 8"x10" black and white glossy of the General at the dinner, stamped TOM GALLANT / CHATTANOOGA NEWS / FREE - PRESS, with handwritten identifications of the of those in the photo on the rear. The revolver is additionally accompanied by a 1990 dated bill of sale where it sold for $25,000.

General Jonathan W. "Skinny" Wainwright (1883-1953) came from a family of military men who served their country with distinction. His grandfather was killed in action during the Civil War. His father lead a squadron of cavalry during the Spanish-American War at the Battle of Santiago (Cuba) and was killed in action in the Philippines in 1902. J.W. Wainwright attended West Point, graduating in 1906, was assigned to the 1st Cavalry and saw combat in the Philippines during the Moro insurrection. During WWI he served as the assistant chief of Staff of the 82nd Division, which saw combat during the offensive actions at Saint-Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne.

After WWI he saw a variety of assignments, attended the US Army Command and General Staff School and the Army War College. In 1940, he returned to the Philippines as a general and the senior US Army field commander under General Douglas MacArthur. The United States entered WWII in December of 1941.

In his new command, General Wainwright oversaw the US resistance to the Japanese invasion of the Philippines under General MacArthur. Eventually Wainwright took over MacArthur's role as Allied Commander Philippines in March of 1942 after MacArthur was evacuated. In order to try to save the lives of his men, General Wainwright ordered the surrender of the US forces in the Philippines in may of 1942, when it became clear that they could not hold out against the Japanese onslaught. He then became the highest ranking American officer to be a prisoner of war and spent the next three years incarcerated by the Japanese in various POW camps. There he suffered the depredations and abuse of his captors, along with his men. When General Wainwright was liberated he reported to his old commander General MacArthur and was present on the deck of the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay when the Japanese surrendered unconditionally. Wainwright was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor on September 19, 1945 for his Philippine service and internment. He retired as a 4-star general and died in 1953 of a stroke.

This is a fantastic presentation piece to a true American hero and Congressional Medal of Honor winner with iron clad provenance and documentation that would be the centerpiece of any advanced Smith & Wesson of World War II related collection.

Provenance:From the Collection of Peter Wainwright Jr.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Excellent. Revolver retains nearly all of the original factory satin blued finish, nearly all of the vivid case color on the hammer and trigger. Cylinder with a light turn ring through the stop slots. Revolver retains clear, crisp markings throughout. Mechanically functional, fine bore, bright chambers and likely unfired. Grips fine as well with one some very light handling marks.

EST $ 15000 - 25000

Ludlow WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Pilot's Badge

Lot #185 (Sale Order 182 of 282)

3.25" x .825". Silver-plated brass with pin back. Rear marked "LUDLOW/LONDON." Fine details to feathers with stippled shield background.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Fair to good. Some tarnish to finish with some wear on sharp edges. Some evidence of repair on rear.

EST $ 300 - 500

Josten WWII-era U.S. Army Air Corps Senior Pilot's Badge

Lot #186 (Sale Order 183 of 282)

3.125" x 1.125". Sterling silver construction with clutch back. Rear marked "JOSTEN/STERLING." Weight: .650 ozt. Late WWII era or possibly Korean War vintage.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good. Some minor tarnish in low areas.

EST $ 300 - 500

Rare Luxemberg WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Bombardier Wings

Lot #187 (Sale Order 184 of 282)

3.125" x 1". U.S. Army Air Corps bombardier wings marked on rear "LUXEMBERG/STERLING/NEW YORK." Fine detailed feathers with two-piece construction and pin back. Weight: 1.070 ozt.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Fine; only minor tarnishing.

EST $ 300 - 500

Josten WWII-era U.S. Army Air Corps Command Pilot's Badge

Lot #188 (Sale Order 185 of 282)

3" x 1.25". Sterling silver construction with clutch back. Rear marked "JOSTEN/STERLING." Weight: .720 ozt. Late WWII era or possibly Korean War vintage.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good. Some tarnish in low areas.

EST $ 300 - 500

American Emblem Company WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Liason Pilot Badge

Lot #189 (Sale Order 186 of 282)

3" x 1". Sterling silver construction with pin back. Back marked "STERLING" with "A.E. CO./UTICA/NY" in a triangle. Weight: .675 ozt.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good. Some tarnishing with pin in good condition.

EST $ 200 - 400

WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Service Pilot Badge

Lot #190 (Sale Order 187 of 282)

3" x 1". Sterling silver construction with early-style clutch back. No visible maker's marks. Rear marked "STERLING." Weight .575 ozt.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good condition overall with some tarnishing.

EST $ 200 - 400

Lot of Two U.S. B-2 Winter Flight Caps

Lot #191 (Sale Order 188 of 282)

Lot consists of two U.S. Army Air Force B-2 flying caps of sheepskin construction. Wool lining with leather-bound leather visors. Both examples have interior labels of the Werber Sportswear Company and H.L.B. Corporation. Both size 7 1/8.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good condition overall. Some wear and light scratches to finish with some discoloration and thinning possible to interior. Labels are in good condition with overall stitching in very good condition.

EST $ 300 - 500

WWII USAAF AN-H-15 Helmet with A-10A Oxygen Mask

Lot #192 (Sale Order 189 of 282)

Large size Bates Shoe Company AN-H-15 summer flying cap with early type non-reinforced snaps and rubber earpieces housing ANB-H-1 receivers. Fitted with A-10A oxygen mask complete with hose and British R.A.F. Mark VIII goggles.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Some staining and darkening of khaki cloth with some very minor wear to chinstrap leather. Goggles show some flaking of paint and repair to leather stitching. Mask in is good condition with hose remaining flexible.

EST $ 300 - 500

U.S. M5 Anti-Flak Helmet

Lot #193 (Sale Order 190 of 282)

Steel with felt paint anti-static coating. Canvas liner with leather sweatband with friction-buckle chinstrap.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good condition. Minimal wear of flaking to finish. Liner possibly a replacement.

EST $ 200 - 400

U.S. Type B-5 Flight Helmet

Lot #194 (Sale Order 191 of 282)

Horsehide construction with shearling pile lining. Double-buckle chin cup with shearling lining. Interior tag shows model and contract information. Maker's label missing.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good condition. Some minor scratches and finish wear present with a very stable lining. Void of tag with size information - our opinion on the size is 'small'. A good example of this early American flying helmet.

EST $ 200 - 400

Selby Shoe Company U.S. A-11 Flight Helmet with Goggles and Matching Oxygen Mask

Lot #195 (Sale Order 192 of 282)

Size large. Leather construction with doeskin lining. Rubber earpieces for ANB-H-1 receivers and PL-354 plug. Complete with size medium Type A-14 oxygen mask complete with hose and PL-291 plug. Fitted with single-cushion Type B-7 goggles.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Minimal wear to shell with some minor wear to interior lining. Oxygen mask is in good condition with minimal drying and hose remains flexible. Some drying of goggle strap.

EST $ 400 - 600

U.S. B-6 Flight Helmet with A-9 Short Oxygen Mask and Unaltered B-7 Goggles

Lot #196 (Sale Order 193 of 282)

Extra-large shearling leather construction with wool lining, contract number 42-17984-P. Leather ear cups for ANB-H-1 receivers and PL-354 jack. Shearling leather chinstrap Includes scarce unaltered B-7 goggles with two-piece face cushion and 1942-manufactured Type A-9 oxygen mask.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good. Some minor wear and darkening with some wear to edges of stitching. Some scuffs to goggles and wear to face cushion. Some scratching to oxygen mask with hose remaining flexible and in good condition. A very desirable set.

EST $ 300 - 500

Scarce WWII USAAF AN-H-16 Winter Flying Helmet with A-8-B Mask and Goggles

Lot #197 (Sale Order 194 of 282)

Early issue without oxygen mask attachments. Size large, manufactured by Bradley-Goodrich Inc. Leather construction with fur lining and fur-padded leather chinstrap. Leather earpieces with ANB-H-1 receivers. Fitted with Polaroid B-8 flying goggles and Ohio Chemical Manufacturing Co. Type A-B-B oxygen mask.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good condition with some minor scratching and wear to finish. Some wear to goggles with plastic beginning to color. Leather fitting straps are possibly replacements. A desirable piece for any advanced collector of aviation or militia.

EST $ 600 - 1000

U.S. Model AN-H-15 Army Air Force Helmet with Goggles

Lot #198 (Sale Order 195 of 282)

Size medium. Manufactured by Bates Shoe Company. Canvas with rubber earcups attached to ANB-H-1 receiver. Includes pair of AN6530 flight goggles. Cap complete with USAAF stamp.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Cap is in very good condition with minimal wear or staining. Some staining of goggles. Snaps are in very good condition as well. A fine example of this popular set.

EST $ 300 - 600

Royal Air Force First Issue Type "C" Flight Helmet with Goggles

Lot #199 (Sale Order 196 of 282)

Leather construction with five retaining straps. Equipped with AM OA/24 43 headset and has evidently been field modified with a PL-54 jack, presumably to allow for use in American aircraft. Includes pair if Mk VII goggles minus sun shades.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Some minor wear to leather finish with some flaking of paint on goggles and light scratches to glass.

EST $ 300 - 500

J.B. Menihan Corporation US Army Air Force Type A-11 Helmet with Modified B-7 Goggles

Lot #200 (Sale Order 197 of 282)

Order number (33-038) 44-6550 AF. Size large, later version with doeskin lining and snaps. Stitched leather with rubber earpieces supporting ANB-H-1 receivers. Leather buckle chinstrap with oxygen mask clip. Included with a set of USAC marked B-7 flight goggles with added single-piece face cushion.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good. Minor wear to shell with some thinning of goggle band. Some stiffness to cable.

EST $ 300 - 500

German Luftwaffe LKPW101 Winter Flying Helmet

Lot #201 (Sale Order 198 of 282)

Manufactured by Luffahrt Selatewark Hankenfelde. Leather constriction with wool lining and double leather chinstraps. Two rear straps with leather-covered rubber earphone housings. Fully equipped with integral Ln. 26779-2 laryngophones.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Only minor scratching and wear to finish with some darkening of wool lining. Plastic parts in good condition. A desirable piece.

EST $ 200 - 400

U.S. M-3 Anti-Flak Helmet

Lot #202 (Sale Order 199 of 282)

10.75" x 13" x 12". Steel with textured anti-spall coating. Felt ear cup pads. Green webbing liner and suspension.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Some scratches and staining to finish. Liner may be a replacement.

EST $ 300 - 500

US Army Air Force Type A-8 Helmet with Goggles

Lot #203 (Sale Order 200 of 282)

Size large. Cotton construction with three goggle-retaining straps and leather chin cup. Modified with leather cups to retain internal earphones. Fitted with R-14 receiver and PL-54 plug. Rear has leather tag marked "W. HOFFMAN." Complete with pair of A-N 6530 goggles.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good condition overall with minimal staining or wear. A good example of a mostly un-modified early war helmet.

EST $ 200 - 400

Rare Luxemberg WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Pilot Wings

Lot #204 (Sale Order 201 of 282)

3.125" x 1". U.S. Army Air Corps pilot wings marked on rear "LUXEMBERG/STERLING/NEW YORK." Fine detailed feathers with lined field on shield and pin back. Weight: .930 ozt.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good. Some minor tarnish in low areas on front. A very attractive, uncommonly encountered insignia.

EST $ 400 - 600

U.S. A-9 Flight Helmet with Early A-N 6530 Goggles and Oxygen Mask

Lot #205 (Sale Order 202 of 282)

Extra-large size of olive drab gabardine construction with cloth goggle straps. Leather ear cups with attachment snaps for headset. Complete with Type A-10 oxygen mask and early A-N 6530 goggles with amber lenses and two-piece face cushion.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good condition overall. Some light wear to cap with lining in good condition and stable leather. Oxygen mask in good condition with minimal stiffness. Face cushion on goggles shows some moderate drying with left cushion beginning to separate from support.

EST $ 400 - 600

B 11 Parka Jacket

Lot #206 (Sale Order 203 of 282)

Rear interior collar reads, Specification No 3178 Size 38 Stock No 8300-541705 Order No. (30-053) 44-10473. W & C Clothing Co. Property Air Forces U.S. Army. Interior with grey wool lining. Inside hood with contrasting brown wool lining.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Near excellent condition. Complete with all original buttons still attached.

EST $ 700 - 1000

Navy M422A Jacket w/ Fur Collar

Lot #207 (Sale Order 204 of 282)

Label in back of neck reads, Jackets , Intermediate (?) U.S. Navy Specification M 4226 Willis and Geiger Inc. Contract Nos. 290A. Immediately below the label on upper rear side is stamped ESP, H.L.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Brown leather jacket exterior is excellent. Interior lining near excellent except for a stain in upper region, possibly from a iron hanger.

EST $ 500 - 1000

R.A.F. Brown Suede Fur-Lined Flight Boots

Lot #208 (Sale Order 205 of 282)

14" height. Inside of boot marked with King's crown A.M. 6044 E4243 770 Size 7. Named on inside with scratched out line Harrison K 754478. Heel marked 7.5/50 Itshide Harefoo. Sole stamped, Its rubber made in Itshide, England Petersfield, Mants.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Near excellent.

EST $ 500 - 1000

U.S. B-6 Flight Helmet with A-10 Oxygen Mask and Goggles

Lot #209 (Sale Order 206 of 282)

Shearling leather constuction with holes cut for ANB-H-1 receiver headphones and snaps for oxygen mask. Fitted with A-N 6530 goggles with one-piece face cushion and Type 1-10 oxygen mask complete with hose.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good condition. Minor scratching and wear overall with hose remaining pliable and showing minimal stiffness.

EST $ 600 - 800

Lot of 2 Type A-9 Army Air Force Helmets

Lot #210 (Sale Order 207 of 282)

First helmet is a DWG No. 42G6861 A.C. Order No. 42-19388-P Property Air Force U.S. Army Small. Second helmet is a Type A-9 DWG No. 42G6861 A.C Order No 42-19388-P Property Air Force U.S. Army Size Medium Note: Oxygen mast snaps added. Second helmet is penned in ink H8310.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good.

EST $ 300 - 600

US Navy Summer Aviator's M-450 Helmet with Goggles

Lot #211 (Sale Order 208 of 282)

Tag below right ear read, BU Aero U.S. Navy Specification M-450 B-G Inc. Contract No. 1008-A. Size 7 1/8. AN-6530. Goggles manufactured with streamlined vents. Complete with black radio cord.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Inside of Receiver Type TH37 cups have been varnished. Cap is in very good and clean condition.

EST $ 400 - 800

Lot of 2 Type A-9 US Army Air Force Helmets with Goggles

Lot #212 (Sale Order 209 of 282)

First cap has a black label in rear of hat that reads, Type A-9 Extra large Drawing No. 42G686. AC Order No. 42-19389-P Property Air Force U.S. Army. The oxygen mask snaps added cups to retain earphones in helmet that were later added. Receiver ANB-H-1, The Rola Company Inc. made in U.S.A. 10200. Cord for headset with metal clip that reads, Headset HS-38 and red plug at the end of cord reads PL-354. Faded white U.S. military stamp on outside brow region of the cap. Second cap with black tag in rear, Type A-9 DWW. No. 42G6861 A.C. Order No 42-19388-P Property Air Force U.S. Army Size large. Cups to retain ear phones in helmet were later added. Front left brow region of helmet stamped Army Air Forces with winged logo. Wool ear covers and partial wool/leather chin strap. Lot complete with AN 6530 goggles.

Provenance: From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: First cap shows moderate wear. Second cap in very good condition.

EST $ 200 - 400

Lot of Air Force Type B-5 and B-6 Leather Helmets

Lot #213 (Sale Order 210 of 282)

First cap with label in the rear that reads, Type B-6 Drawing No. 42G6431 A.C. Order No. 42-17985P. Property Air Force U.S. Army Size Large. Unissued. Interior with wool lining and wool and leather combination chin strap. Tag near nape of neck stamped E. Second leather cap with label near the rear that reads, Type B-5 DWG. No. 326415 A.C. 20790 Large. Wool interior with leather and wool chinstrap.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: First cap with wear showing along the stitched leather reinforced leather seams. Second cap's leather is dry, but its sewn leather seams show very mild wear.

EST $ 600 - 1200

Lot of Air Force Type A-8 and Type AN-H-15 Helmets

Lot #214 (Sale Order 211 of 282)

Black label in the rear of hat marked Type A-8 DWG 33G5979 A.C. Order No. 17395, Large (Unissued). Biege cap is stamped on exterior Army Air Forces. Complete with excellent leather chin strap. Second specimen with a black label in the rear of the hat marked Type A-8 DWG 33G5979 A.C. ORDER NO 17395. Large (unissued). Complete with excellent leather chin strap.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Both are very good+.

EST $ 400 - 800

Lot of Air Cruisers Inc. B-3 and B-4 Life Jackets

Lot #215 (Sale Order 212 of 282)

Lot consists of one July, 1942-dated Type B-3 and August, 1943-dated Type B-4 "Mae West"survival vests. Both examples come complete with harnesses and intact inflation system, minus removed C02 bottles and cut hoses. B-4 model shows U.S. Army Air Force property markings and retains its dye packet.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Shells are in good condition with some minor staining and discoloration. Internal bladders have become somewhat stiff and fragile. Some fading of markings on B-4 jacket from age. Good pieces to complete any historical display of U.S. flight gear.

EST $ 400 - 800

Important China-Burma-India Archive of Sr. Master Sergt Charles Cumbea & Maj. James Ware, USAAF

Lot #216 (Sale Order 213 of 282)

Important China-Burma-India Theater Archive of Senior Master Sergeant Charles Cumbea and Major James Ware, USAAF

Lot consists of artifacts and memorabilia concerning the China-Burma-India Theater (CBI) service of Sergeant Charles Cumbea and Major James Ware.

Charles Cumbea served as a B-24 Liberator ball-turret gunner with the 375th Bomb Squadron, 308th Bomb Group. Arriving at Kunming Airport, China, in March 1943, the squadron quickly began taking part in resupply and combat missions over "The Hump," a famous stretch of dangerous mountains in the East Himalayas. Taking part in long-range bombing missions against the Japanese in China, French Indochina, and the East China Sea, the 308th saw great success and received a Presidential Unit Citation in 1943 for taking on an unescorted attack against an important Japanese shipping facility in Hankowon, China. In June 1945, the squadron moved to India, and at the conclusion of the war was deactivated in January 1946.

Sergeant Cumbea's effects consist of several mementos of his service including his AN-H-15 flying helmet, which bears his name on the inside of the visor. Also featured are several pictures of Cumbea, including an image of himself dated July 1945. Cutting a dashing figure, he wears his flight jacket and has equipped himself with a Colt 1911 pistol. In addition, around his waist he wears a standard issue Mills belt and bayonet, which is also included in this lot. Sergeant Cumbea was apparently quite fond of photography, as his effects contain an attractive grouping of B-24 nose art, the aircraft to which they belong being worthy of further research. Of particular interest is a pair of photographs of B-24 "80 days," and shows a picture of the plane prior to and after a tragic landing accident which resulted in the loss of the aircraft and its entire crew. Also included are three souvenir Chinese silk handkerchiefs, ID bracelet, four diminutive brass dishes, and an imposing Nepalese Kukuri in addition to several leather unit patches and insignia.

As with Sergeant Cumbea, Major James N. Ware served in the CBI Theater. However, he took on the daunting role of Navigator and Bombardier for a B-29 aircraft in the 468th Bomb Group, 58th Bombardment Wing, 20th Air Force. Arriving in India April, 1944, the group experienced severe overheating of the aircraft's engines and had to be grounded until May. Once operational, the group immediately went on the offensive, and by the end of the year had the best operation record of any B-29 group then in operation, and had earned three Distinguished Unit Citations. The 468th had served a vital and important role in the war effort, and was chosen by Major General Curtis LeMay himself to lead the show of force display over the USS Missouri during the Japanese surrender ceremonies. Included in Major Ware's effects are his dog tags, embroidered bullion CBI and Air Force patches, Report of Separation, Navigator wings, and a collection of medals including Distinguished Service Cross, and Air Medal with oak leaf cluster. Also included are his flight calculator and leather "blood chit." In addition to the Second World War effects is an image of another family member, Private Carson Collier Cumbea, accompanied by a piece of trench art fashioned from a shell casing.

Provenance:From the Collection of James and Judy Ware

Condition: A very attractive and complete archive of service in an often overlooked, but vital theater of operations. Please contact the Firearms and Historic Militaria Department for specific questions regarding this lot.

EST $ 800 - 1200

Selby Shoe Company U.S. Type A-11 Flight Cap

Lot #217 (Sale Order 214 of 282)

Size medium. Leather construction with doe skin lining. Rubber ear pieces with ANB-H-1 receivers and PL-354 plug. Eight oxygen mask snaps with buckled leather chinstrap. Exterior shows clear US Army Air Forces stamp.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Good condition overall with some light scratching and wear of finish. Some darkening of lining.

EST $ 400 - 600

Type B-1 U.S. Army Air Force Helmet Attributed to W.H. Adams

Lot #218 (Sale Order 215 of 282)

Size large leather flight helmet by Swan Shoe Company. Rubber earpieces with ANB-H-1 receivers and PL-354 plugs. Early type with four oxygen mask snaps instead of the later nine, along with leather chinstrap. Three google-retaining straps. Applied leather tag marked "W.H. ADAMS." Equipped with B-7 flight goggles with streamlined vents and modified one-piece face cushion. Also includes one flight cap attributed to the same pilot, "W.H. Adams" written in pen under brim.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Very good condition overall with some very minor wear to leather. Some staining and wear to goggles from age. Overall a very attractive set.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Parachute Harness and Chute With Pack

Lot #219 (Sale Order 216 of 282)

Harness is primitively ink stamped LPE. Bag is stamped Part No. 39930. Complete with small attached pouch to the straps marked First Aid. Harness still has material placed inside to create safety padding.

Pack is stamped 42-523080. Pack is further stamped AN 6513 -1A Parachute. Mfg By Conrad Bering Company Houston, Texas U.S.A. Government No. _, M'Fg Serial No 43., Contract No 43-20762AF. Top 42-523080 (there is a tear in this region). Side of pack stamped 42 523090. Underside of bag has a pocket marked Inspection and Packing data. Inside this pocket is a 2.25" x 3" small booklet cover marked War Department A.A.F. Form 46 Revised 5-1-43. Parachute Log Record Serial No. 42-523090. The contact # in booklet matches the one on bag. Stations listed are Foster Field and Matagorda Island. Log record records 6 dates from 11/29/44-10/2/45 and some other Technical Service records that date back to 1932.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Both pieces show expected wear - harness has heavy sweat stains and more visible wear throughout. Very good.

EST $ 1500 - 2000

U.S. Airman's Leather Jacket

Lot #220 (Sale Order 217 of 282)

Rear back label reads, Type A2 Drawing No. 30-1415 A.C. No 42 -187762 Property Air Service U.S. Army I Spiewak & Sons North Bergen, N.J. 42. Black stamps near neck region 3339.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Brown leather exterior is in near excellent condition. Interior lining has very light wear and the lining is intact.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Airman's Leather Jacket Embroidered to A.E. Dixon

Lot #221 (Sale Order 218 of 282)

Type A-2 DWG No 30-1415 A.C. Order No 42-16175P Perry Sportswear Inc Newburgh, N.Y. Property Air Force U.S. Army 42. Stamp on rear lining reads AN X44. Leather nameplate on left chest reads A.E. Dixon.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Exterior of leather jacket with a few scuff marks. Lining with one small stain. Bottom elastic band of coat with a few moth nips on the interior.

EST $ 1500 - 2000

WWII German Political Officer's PPK Holster

Lot #222 (Sale Order 219 of 282)

4.75" x 6.75" x 2" Brown leather with aluminium stud. Marked on flap with 1.75" x 1" parteiadler. Marked on interior of flap "WALTHER P.P.K." Includes magazine marked with "WALTHER" ribbon.

Condition: Very good. Some crazing of finish with wear to edges. A very rare holster in good condition.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Parachute Harness and Shoot w/o Pack

Lot #223 (Sale Order 220 of 282)

Harness bag stamped Part No 39980. White strap with crudely inscribed name Presley. Pack stamped A-4 Parachute Assembly 44J9221 Mfg By Irving Air Chute Co Lexington, KY. Government No. 42 771591, Mfg Serial No. A 64999, Contract No. P.O. (535) 43-8401AF. Date of Mfg_. Underside with pocket stamped, Inspection and Packing Data. 3" x 2.25" small booklet with cover marked War Department A.A.F. Form 46 Revised 5-1-43. Serial No. 42-771591. Log section with dates recorded from 13/5/39-7/10/45.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Harness bag with staining and wear. Pack is in very good condition with only nominal staining. Straps are very secure.

EST $ 1500 - 2000

U.S.N. Mark 1 Life Preserver

Lot #224 (Sale Order 221 of 282)

Yellow preserver shell with stamped markings Dyer, G1, Mfr Under Patent Nos 1604714, 1766182, 1772674, 1798430. Further stamped Hodgeman(?) Leather Co. Contract No. N. 288s 2884. Suspended pouch reads Life Jacket Dye Marker. To Release Dye Pull Tab. Back of neck stamped U.S.N.

Provenance:From the Collection of Arthur Marsh

Condition: Vest's pull strings, straps and other gear in good condition. Vest shows heavy toning around the neck region. Very good overall.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Important WW2 Normandy Invasion Archive of Torpedoman's Mate Jerome Foley, Motor Torpedo Boat Sqd 30

Lot #225 (Sale Order 222 of 282)

Important WW2 Normandy Invasion Archive of Torpedoman's Mate Jerome Foley, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 30

While the allied Invasion of France is usually remembered for the efforts of allied forces on the beaches of Normandy, the execution of the Invasion of Normandy and the eventual success of Operation Overlord included thousands of ships and tens of thousands sailors and marines, hundreds of aircraft, and over a million solders. Torpedoman's 2nd Class Jerome L. Foley was one of these countless working parts, enlisting in November of 1942, and joining Motor Torpedo Squadron 30 on February 15th, 1944.

Squadron 30 arrived in England on June 7th, Operation Neptune lasted from June 6 through June 30. Under command of Lieutenant Robert L. Searles, USNR Squadron 30 ran twelve 78' Higgins Boats and PT Boats #450-461. On June 10th, Squadron 30 was assigned to the Western Task Force area, with PT 456, 457, 458, 459, 460, and 461 responsible for manning "The Mason Line," a 6 and a half-mile defensive line extending from St. Marcouf to the sea. Intended to protect the landing area from probing German fast-attack E-boats, the American PT's were often left to patrol for a week at a time without relief or assistance. According to the squadron's war diary, the next several weeks were spent patrolling, destroying mines, running medical supplies to and from hospital ships, and distributing mail. Working on a rotating schedule of relief, Squadron 30 kept a vigilant watch on the lines of defense, even after a major two-day storm on June 20th and 21st required extensive repairs to several vessels.

Even after the securing of the beachhead and assault area, the Germans continued to put up a stiff resistance, with some areas of the channel remaining contested areas throughout the remainder of the war. In fact, the German Kriegsmarine and Artillery still posed a grave threat to the allied forces in the area, as was evidenced by actions taken on June 27, in which PT 457 and 459 joined the USS Shubrick in drawing fire from the German shore batteries, and destroying any ships attempting to lay mines in the channel. The squadron would be stationed in the channel area for the rest of the war, seeing action on multiple occasions including an attack by PT 458 and 459 in April 1945, in which the two vessels attacked German ships attempting to land on the Cherbourg Peninsula. The report states that under heavy fire from nearly 40 heavy-caliber guns from Alderney Island, the boats confronted an armed trawler and possible "E" boat, though poor radar contact and night conditions made the identification difficult. Both boats received engine damage from the enemy batteries, but were skillfully repaired while underway.

This lot contains several important artifacts from Foley's time in Normandy, including two jackets, his cap, and a pair of leggings. Also included is his sea bag upon which his name and squadron are clearly stenciled. However, of greatest interest is a 48-star U.S. flag from one of the PT Boats that served in Squadron 30. Discovering the exact vessel upon which Foley served or from which the flag was taken would be an extremely difficult task, as PT boats often rotated and exchanged crew members as the mission required. Nevertheless, this archive represents an important window into the operations that made the largest amphibious invasion in history a success. Foley died in 2002 at the age of 79 and is buried in Butler County, Ohio.

Condition: For more information regarding this lot, please contact Cowan's Arms and Armor Department.

EST $ 5000 - 10000

** Late Production Springfield M1 Garand Rifle

Lot #226 (Sale Order 223 of 282)

.30-06 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 6094952. Parkerized finish, walnut stock. Standard Springfield receiver markings, barrel dated 8-54 and marked NM on left side near rear sight. D.O.D. ordnance cartouche on counterpane, clear {circle-P} proof in pistol grip of stock. Throat and muzzle both gauge "1." includes a US Model EE1 bayonet, a 1913 dated Springfield M1905 bayonet altered to the M1 10" blade standard with an appropriate scabbard, and an OD green sling. One of the very last M1 Garands to be produced at Springfield, as production ended at #6,099,905.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the finish with crisp markings. Mechanically functional, fine bore, stock with some scattered bumps and dings from handling.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

* Cased SA85M Vietnam Commerative AK-47

Lot #227 (Sale Order 224 of 282)

7.62 X 39 caliber, 15.5" barrel length, S/N 07592. KBI INC, Harrisburg, PA. Engraved with gold-plated Vietnamese animals. Marked "Viet Nam War," wood finger-hole stock and wood handguards. Black and highly polished blue finish.

*Requires FFL

Condition: New in the case.

EST $ 1200 - 1800

Half Stock Percussion Target Rifle by Charles Foehl made for A.J. Plate San Francisco

Lot #228 (Sale Order 225 of 282)

.38 caliber, 32.75" barrel, no S/N. Blued barrel with half stock checkered at wrist. Hooded blade front sight with filled rear sight block and tang mounted aperture sight. German silver forend cap and wedge escutcheons along with triggerguard, buttplate, and toe plate. Double set-trigger. Barrel marked on top of barrel "CHAs FOEHL/PHILA" along with "MADE FOR/A.J. Plate/SAN FRANCISCO." Tail of triggerguard marked "12." Barrel crowned for included brass ball-starter.

Charles Foehl arrived in the United States from his native Germany in 1859. Apprenticing under John Wurfflein and later working for Henry Deringer, Jr., he soon became concerned with developing his own unique firearm designs. In 1889 he formed his own company with machinist Charles Weeks under the name "Foehl & Weeks Firearms Manufacturing Company." Foehl manufactured single-shot rifles both during his time with Deringer and with his own firm.

A.J. Plate, another native German would become one of the best-known arms dealers in San Francisco. Arriving in New York in 1836, he soon began operating a cabinet making business with two of his brothers. After a devastating fire destroyed the business, he threw in his lot with the "Forty-Niners" who sought their fortune in California. After securing a small claim, he subsequently opened a small store. A fortunate population boom in San Francisco increased his business significantly, and Plate was soon importing arms and securing contracts with companies for supply and manufacture to his specific needs, of which this rifle is certainly one. A.J. Plate and Foehl would be linked not only through the manufacture of this firearm, but through litigation brought against the former by the latter's one-time employer, Henry Deringer. Deringer brought a case from 1863-1870 against Plate, concerning patent infringements on the design of the gun that bore his same. The court decided against Plate, and awarded Deringer $1,770 dollars in damages (approximately $34,951 in contemporary value) as well as issued a permanent injunction against Plate from using the Deringer trademark.

Condition: Very good to Fine. Some thinning of finish on sharp edges. Hole has been drilled above second ramrod pipe, possibly for a sing swivel. Stock has some minor blemishes, but no serious cracks or splits. Mechanically functional, but sometimes slips on cock. Bore is very good; bright with visible rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Percussion Target Rifle By H.J. Ruthrauff Warrenburg Mo

Lot #229 (Sale Order 226 of 282)

.45 caliber, 33.75" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Walnut half stock secured by wedge. German silver entry pipe, triggerguard, patch box, forend cap and buttplate. Hooded blade front sight with rear sight block and tang aperture sight. Includes false muzzle and ball-starter. Top of barrel marked with "H.J. RUTHRAUFF.warrenburg. Mo." in individual die letters. "L" stamp just rear of sight block. Set-trigger. False muzzle devoid of rifling.

Condition: Very good. Barrel has a mixed light plum and gunmetal coloration with some thinning on sharp edges. Some patches of dark oxidation and very minor pitting around priming cone. Stock has some minor handling marks and blemishes retaining its varnished finish and an attractive grain. Action is tight and functional. Bore is very good; bright with some minor pitting and visible edges to rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Half Stock Percussion Rifle By D. McDonald, Pittsburgh

Lot #230 (Sale Order 227 of 282)

.45 caliber, 34" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Steel finish with striped maple half stock and finely checkered wrist. Barrel secured by single wedge and shows crowned and tapped muzzle for ball-starter and false muzzle. Blade front sight with rear sight block, tang and breech tapped for aperture sights. Iron mountings with set-trigger. Marked on barrel flat between rear sight and breech "D.J. McDONALD/PITTSBURG." Wood ramrod.

Condition: Very good. Barrel has a mixed patination with an overall dark gunmetal coloration lightening to a pewter steel finish in protected areas. Stock has some minor handling blemishes. Action is functional. Bore is good; some old pitting with some easily removed fouling and visible edges to rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Percussion Over/Under Rifle By W.H.Soper

Lot #231 (Sale Order 228 of 282)

.50 caliber over-and-under rifle round barrels 32" length, Marked on the top W.H.Sopher on both barrels; also marked on the engraved back-action locks. German silver eagle patchbox. Finely figured walnut stock, checkered wrist, German silver deer inlay on the cheek piece. Engraved tang with tang sight, front sight with a blade.

Condition: Nice rifle with untouched brown patina. Showing some use, but not abuse. Overall very good.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

A Scarce Cased English Percussion Cane Gun with Two Barrels Retailed by Joseph Lang

Lot #232 (Sale Order 229 of 282)

.45 caliber, 22.5" barrels. A fine cased cane gun, unusual with two barrels and heavy japanned metal grip. In a fine walnut case with full Joseph Lang label and green baize lining. Accessories comprise of flask with gilded spout, patch cutter, mallet, and two loading rods (one steel and one mahogany).

Condition: Barrels retain most original Japan lacquer finish with some dents. Handle with japanned finish possibly renewed. Accessories in good condition throughout. Case rates very good. A rare and attractive cane gun with two barrels.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Carbine

Lot #233 (Sale Order 230 of 282)

.52 caliber, 21" barrel, S/N 12981. Blued finish, brass furniture, walnut buttstock and forend. Matching serial numbers on receiver tang, under barrel and in forend. Standard Sharps lock marking in three-lines SHARP'S / PATENT / 1852; tang marked SHARPS / PATENT / 1848; barrel marked SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO / HARTFORD, CONN. Reverse wrist with block letter JPC inspection. 1853 pattern rear sight with replaced ladder, replaced barrel band, sling bar and ring. This carbine is only 2 numbers away from the documented John Brown purchased M1853 carbine #12983 (Sellers).

Condition: Good. Retains some traces of blue on the barrel mixed with an evenly mottled and oxidized brownish patina. Markings all remain legible, mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling and scattered oxidation with some pitting. Replaced barrel band and sling bar artificially aged. Butt and forend refinished, forend with a repaired chip near the frame. Butt very good with good edges and scattered bumps and dings.

EST $ 1500 - 3000

**Winchester Model 1892 Carbine

Lot #234 (Sale Order 231 of 282)

.38WCF caliber, 20" round barrel, full magazine, S/N 988380 (mfg. ca 1927). Blued finish, straight gripped smooth walnut stock with carbine butt, smooth carbine forend. Standard barrel and tang markings, folding ladder rear sight, pinned blade front sight. No saddle ring present, hole filled with factory screw. A high condition and scarce little '92 carbine made without a saddle ring.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Very fine. Retains nearly all of the blue finish, with some flaking and loss on the receiver, and some thinning from handling. All markings remain crisp and sharp, mechanically functional, with a fine, bright bore. Stock with some lightly scattered handling marks and minor bruises.

EST $ 2000 - 3000

Winchester Model 1895 Lee Straight Pull Rifle

Lot #235 (Sale Order 232 of 282)

.236 Navy caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 13108. Blue finish, walnut stock, 1898 date of mfg.

Condition: Good condition with a good bore. It retains some of the original blue finish with scattered light pitting overall. The stock is rough with an old crack repair at the wrist. Mechanically good but the safety is not working.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

** Charles Daly Diamond Quality Double-Barrel Shotgun

Lot #236 (Sale Order 233 of 282)

12 gauge (modified), 28" barrels, S/N 1159. Blued and color case hardened finish, checkered pistol-gripped stock with checkered semi-Schnabel forend. Receiver with tight foliate banknote-style scroll engraving marked "CHARLES DALY" on both sides, barrel rib marked "CHARLES DALY DIAMOND QUALITY." Chambers stamped with a crest reading "EXCELSIOR WITTEN STEEL." Water table marked "PRUSSIA" with "{Prussian Crown}/U" and eagle proofs and the serial number "1159." Matching numbers in forend and under barrels. Barrel with Prussian proofs. Extractors, cocking indicators. Length of pull 14.875", drop at comb 1.625", drop at heel 2.75". Added Noshog red rubber recoil pad.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blue on the barrels with some thinning and fading, mixed with scattered flecks of minor surface oxidation. Frame retains most of the vivid case color with crisp engraving. All markings remain clear and legible. Mechanically functional, fine, bright bores. Wood with crisp checkering and some scattered dings and handling marks.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Winchester Model 1876 Refinished By Turnbul

Lot #237 (Sale Order 234 of 282)

.50-95 caliber, 28" octagonal barrel, S/N 23506. Full magazine, finely figure checkered stock with pistol grip, and checkered forearm. Finished in blue and case colored.

Condition: Completely refinished and reconfigured by Turbull. Retaining nearly all the original finish.

EST $ 6500 - 10000

2nd Model Winchester 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #238 (Sale Order 235 of 282)

.44RF, 20" round barrel with full-length magazine tube, S/N 15285 (mfg. ca 1868). Blued barrel, brass frame and furniture, case hardened lever and hammer, smooth straight grip crescent walnut buttstock with smooth forend secured by a single barrel band, second barrel band at end of barrel and magazine tube. Serial number stamped on left side of lower frame tang, under butt. Weak Henry's patent two-line barrel marking that is not completely legible. Leaf carbine rear sight modified with added buckhorn on shorter leaf, front sight missing from barrel band with added dovetailed sight base behind the upper band. Three-piece brass tipped iron cleaning rod in butt trap. Saddle ring staple loose and may be replaced. Several screws replaced. A well worn, but very early, 2nd Model 1866 SRC that likely had an interesting life on the frontier in the years immediately after the Civil War.

Condition: Good. Barrel and magazine tube with a mostly smooth, oxidized brownish patina, with weak markings that suggest an old cleaning. Brass with a rich, uncleaned dark patina, showing scattered scuffs and scratches and only some minor pry marks at the side plate edges. Wood worn, sanded with numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars. Buttplate proud of the stock on the right side. Mechanically functional, good bore with visible rifling, heavy oxidation and moderate pitting along its length.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

* Browning Citori 725 Sporting Grade V Superposed Shotgun

Lot #239 (Sale Order 236 of 282)

12 gauge, 28" ported ventilated rib VR barrels, S/N 11644ZW131 (mfg. ca 2015). Blued barrels with Vector Pro forcing cones, deeply engraved silver nitride box lock receiver, gold triple trigger system, hammer ejectors. Satin finished, highly figured walnut stock with checkered pistol grip and checkered forend. 3" chambers, 14.875" length of pull, 1.5" drop at comb, 2.375" drop at heel. Fibre optic front sight, ivory mid-bead, removable Inventory DS choke tubes. Belgian proof marks, imported by Browning Arms Company Morgan UT, marked Made in Japan.

*Requires FFL

Condition: Very fine, showing little if any use. Blue with some minor thinning, markings all crisp, mechanically functional, fire bores. Stock fine and crisp with only the most minor handling marks.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

* Miroku-Browning Citori Superposed XT Trap Gold Shotgun

Lot #240 (Sale Order 237 of 282)

12 gauge, 30" ported and ventilated barrels with ventilated rib, S/N 04240ZX131 (mfg. ca 2013). Blued barrels, engraved silver nitride box lock receiver with gold embellishments, high grade fancy walnut stock with checkered pistol grip and forend. Fully adjustable length of pull and adjustable comb, selective single trigger, ejectors, 2.75" chambers, removable chokes. Made in Japan by Mirouku and imported by Browning Arms of Morgan, UT.

*Requires FFL

Condition: As new and unfired, with original Browning factory sticker on the bottom barrel. Mechanically excellent with fine bores with the stock showing only some light handling marks.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Daniel B. Wesson's Personal Engraved Wesson Firearms Company Double-Barrel Shotgun

Lot #241 (Sale Order 238 of 282)

12 gauge, 30" Damascus pattern barrels, S/N 17. Browned barrels, color case hardened frame, checkered straight grip figured walnut stock with checkered steel buttplate and checkered splinter forend. Top rib marked WESSON FIREARMS Co SPRINGFIELD MASS. Bottom of barrels with intertwined DBW (D.B. Wesson) and JWS (J. W. Storrs) monograms, as well as "12" markings. Water table marked in two lines: PATENTED DEC. 31, 1867 / JUNE 9, 1868 NOV. 24, 1868. Receiver, tangs and frame are profusely engraved with tight foliate banknote type scrolls typical of the work of Gustav Young, who is known to have engraved a number of these Wesson shotguns. The initials DBW, no doubt for D.B. Wesson, are engraved in intertwined monogram behind the barrel release lever. Double hammers and triggers, lifter release action, extractors. A wonderful example of a very scarce Smith & Wesson related shotgun, produced by the Wesson Fire Arms Company ca 1868-1870 with only 219 believed to have been produced.

Condition: Good. Barrels retain faint traces of Damascus patterning and browned finish, with receiver and frame retaining minute traces of case colors, most notable in the protected areas like the water table. Mechanically functional, very good bores. Stock good with some wear and minor splintered wood loss along the upper edges of the forend where the wood meets the barrels. Wood shows scattered bumps dings and mars.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Hunter Arms Company L.C. Smith Grade 3 Ejector Shotgun

Lot #242 (Sale Order 239 of 282)

12 gauge, 26" barrels with matted rib, S/N 214769E. Blued and color case hardened finish, checkered pistol gripped stock with grooved hard rubber buttplate and checkered splinter forend. Matching serial numbers on barrels, triggerguard, forend and water table over the number 3. Water table marked PAT'D OCT5-86 / PAT'D JULY13-86 in two lines, bottom of barrels with Nitro Steel trademark. Interior of forend marked PAT'D MAY 28, 1901. Typical Grade 3 engraving on receiver with quail in an oval panel on the reverse and ducks in water on the obverse. Top of barrels marked HUNTER ARMS CO / FULTON, NEW YORK. Double triggers, ejectors. Bores choked "modified," 2.75" chambers, 13.75" length of pull, 1.875" drop at comb, 3" drop at heel.

Condition: Very good. Barrels with some of a thinning, old blue refinish, frame with some strong traces of original case color and crisp engraving. Mechanically functional, fine bores. Stock with crisp checkering, scattered light handling marks and dings and possibly some old added finish.

EST $ 2000 - 3500

Engraved Ethan Allen Hinged Breech Shotgun

Lot #243 (Sale Order 240 of 282)

10 gauge, 29.125" Damascus patterned barrels, S/N 59. Browned finish, checkered straight-gripped stock with checkered splinter forend. Top of breech marked in two lines: ETHAN ALLEN & Co WORCESTER, MASS. / ALLEN'S PATS NOV. 9, 1858-SEPT. 18, 1860-AUG. 22, 1865. Barrel rib marked FINE STUB TWIST. Double hammers, double triggers, figured walnut stock, receiver and furniture with moderate amounts of foliate scroll engraving. Only a few hundred of these interesting Allen patent action shotguns that used Draper patent shotshells were produced circa 1865-1871. The guns were produced in three grades, with most being of the most plain grade without embellishments. Engraved examples very rarely come to market.

Condition: Good. Barrels with traces of brown and Damascus patterning. Markings remain legible, mechanically functional, good bores. Wood with wear and some loss along the comb, showing moderate bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

** Belgian A. Francotte Sidelock Shotgun Retailed by Abercrombie & Fitch Co

Lot #244 (Sale Order 241 of 282)

20 gauge, 26" barrels with matted rib, S/N 89933. Blued and color case hardened finish, checkered pistol-gripped butt with grooved hard rubber buttplate, checkered splinter forend. Side plates profusely engraved with tight banknote style foliate scrolls, with the reverse plate engraved along the lower edge: A. FRANCOTTE MAKER & PATENTEE LIEGE BELGIUM. Balance of furniture engraved en-suite. Barrels engraved on their tops ABERCROMBIE & FITCH Co / MADE IN BELGIUM and U.S. AGENTS - NEW YORK. Bottoms of barrels with numerous Belgian proof and inspection marks, as well as SIEMENS MARTIN STEEL. The bores are officially gauged underneath as .621 (left) and .609 (right). Matching serial numbers on barrels, water table and triggerguard tang. Tang mounted sliding safety with the "S" for safe in gold leaf. 2.75" chambers, extractors. Length of pull 14.25", drop at comb 1.625", drop at heel 2.5".

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the blue on the barrels which is starting to thin and fade slightly, turning to plum. Receiver with most of the vivid case color. Mechanically functional, tight action, fine bores. Wood with scattered light handling marks and minor mars.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Flintlock Kentucky Rifle by ALM

Lot #245 (Sale Order 242 of 282)

.45 caliber, 42" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Steel finish with full stock. Blade front sight with buckhorn rear sight block. Flat lockplate with swan neck cock, bridled frizzen, and fenced pan. Double set-trigger. Brass nosecap, ramrod pipes, triggerguard, patch box, and buttplate. Barrel secured by pins. Stock carved throughout with American floral designs as well as contouring on butt. Lockplate of avian form with incised details. Inlaid throughout with German silver escutcheons and plates, nearly all showing fine line engraving and details. German silver thumb piece shows line engraving en suite with script "C" initial.

Condition: Very good. Barrel has a mixed patination with some minor spots of light oxidation. Lock shows matching patination. Some handling marks and blemishes to stock which retains an attractive finish. Flash hole appears to be relined with brass. Mechanically functional. Bore is good, some minor darkening and oxidation in lands with visible rifling. A good example of classic American craftsmanship.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Carbine

Lot #246 (Sale Order 243 of 282)

.52 caliber, 21" barrel, S/N 16137. Blued finish, brass furniture, walnut buttstock and forend. Matching serial numbers on receiver tang and under barrel, forend number weak and does not appear to match. Standard Sharps lock marking in three-lines SHARP'S / PATENT / 1852, tang marked SHARPS / PATENT / 1848 and with serial number, barrel marked SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO / HARTFORD, CONN. Reverse butt stamped with the .75 tall alphanumeric rack number D 93. Retains correct 1853 pattern rear sight, front sight blade, original sling bar and ring. A crisp example of a "John Brown" pattern Sharps carbine that unfortunately is not on the known list of John Brown purchased guns, but is close as #15817 and #16461 are.

Condition: Very good. Barrel cleaned to bright with some oxidized discoloration and some light pinpricking. Markings remain clear and crisp. Rear sight retains some traces of original fire blue. Mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with crisp rifling and some lightly scattered pitting. Stock and forend both show numerous bumps, dings and mars with some wear, forend may be a replacement from another M1853 carbine, but is original and period and matches the carbine well. A solid example.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Percussion Combination Gun by N.Lewis, Troy, New York

Lot #247 (Sale Order 244 of 282)

12 gauge, .40 caliber, 29.5" barrel, no S/N. Blued barrels with checkered half stock. Blade front sight with rob-mounted elevator rear sight and tang aperture sight. Back-action lock with German silver triggerguard, patch box, and buttplate. Rib marked in one line "N LEWIS TROY NY."

Condition: Good. Barrels have an overall plum patination with some thinning at forend. Stock shows handling marks consistent with age and use, but no serious cracks or splits. Action is functional. Bores are moderately dark with some storage dust.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Percussion Target Rifle By E. Phillips New York

Lot #248 (Sale Order 245 of 282)

.38 caliber, 29" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Blued finish with attractive varnished stock checkered at wrist, adorned with German silver eagle insert on cheek piece. Hooded blade front sight with tang mounted rear sight. Double set-trigger. Iron trigger guard, patch box, buttplate, and toe plate; lightly engraved with broad scroll floral motifs. Barrel marked "E. PHILLIPS/CAST STEEL/NEW YORK."

Condition: Very good. Barrel has a dark black patina with some old pitting and darkening of iron mountings. Stock has some minor handling marks including a stain blemish on right side of stock foward of buttplate. Action is functional. Bore is somewhat dark with visible rifling.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Superposed Percussion Rifle by W&C Ogden, Owesgo NY

Lot #249 (Sale Order 246 of 282)

.40 caliber/12 gauge, 33" octagonal barrel, no S/N. Blued finish plain stock. Back action lock with double triggers. Left hammer operates on single trigger, right hammer operates on set trigger. Blade front sight with V-notch rear sight. Triggerguard, patch box, buttplate, and toe plate of brass with brass-tipped wood ramrods. Triggerguard and toe plate lightly engraved with broad scrolls, patch box lid engraved with classic floral design. Top of barrel marked "W.&C. OGDEN/OWESGO.N.Y." Cheek piece fitted with disk marked "January 1874/Ogden NY/J.S. Hyall."

Condition: Very good. Barrels have an untouched dark chocolate patination with some minor thinning on sharp edges. Some handling marks to stock but no serious cracks, splits, or other major damage. Some flaking on hammers and lock. Actions are functional. Bores are somewhat dark.

EST $ 750 - 1200

German Yeager Style Percussion Carbine

Lot #250 (Sale Order 247 of 282)

.64 caliber, 21.25" slightly swamped octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, brass furniture, hardwood stock with horn nose cap. Unmarked percussion conversion lock. Folding leaf rear sight, dovetailed front sight blade. Friction-fit open work brass barrel band, brass buttplate and triggerguard engraved with game scenes. Stock with raised cheek rest with raised carved decorations and incised lines, raised carved sliding wood patch box with sheet brass finials. Includes sling swivel near forend tip and sling stud in toe of stock. Includes a replacement horn tipped wood ramrod.

Condition: Good, shows significant wear and use with a thickly oxidized and uncleaned brown patina on the iron and rich deep bronze patina on the brass. Lock needs mechanical attention and is ill-fitting with some chipping around the mortise. Bore is moderately oxidized and pitted. Stock with wear, missing chips around the tang apron, the lower portion of the ramrod channel, the forward edge of the side plate and with significant repairs to splintered and missing wood along the forend. Also with numerous bumps and dings. Horn nose cap with chips missing as well.

EST $ 1000 - 1500

Full-stock Percussion Kentucky Rifle by J. Honaker

Lot #251 (Sale Order 248 of 282)

.38 caliber, 41" pinned octagonal barrel, no S/N. Browned finish, full-length hardwood stock, brass furniture. Top flat of barrel signed in script J * Honaker, commercial percussion lock marked TRUITT BROS / & Co in two lines. Four-piece open work brass patch box with simple patriotic motifs engraved on the lid and light engraved decorations around the periphery. Two-screw brass side plate with simple folk-art style patriotic and geometric engraved designs, raised cheek rest with pointed oval German silver escutcheon engraved with a folk art patriotic spread-winged American eagle. Similarly shaped smaller escutcheon at wrist is not engraved. Double set triggers, fixed notch rear sight, dovetailed blade front sight. Furniture includes a 2.5" sheet brass reinforcement at the nose of the stock, secured by copper rivets, patchbox, triggerguard, side plate, buttplate, toe plate and thimbles. Includes a wooden ramrod that is an older replacement, secured by two thimbles and an entry pipe, all of which are faceted with baluster turned rings. The Honaker's were a multi-generational family of gunmakers who originally emigrated from Switzerland ca 1749. The marking on this gun likely refers to one of his descendants, either James Honaker or James B. Honaker, both of whom were born in the first third of the 19th century and worked in Virginia, later West Virginia as well.

Condition: Very good. Barrel with a mostly smooth plum patina and some old brown finish, showing moderate pitting around the breech and bolster area. Brass lightly cleaned and lovely golden color. Lock with moderate pitting on its surface, needs mechanical attention as the hammer catches in the half-cock notch when the trigger is pulled. Bore is good with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock very good, solid without major repairs. The barrel tenon holes have been re-cut in the stock, just to the rear of the original ones and the barrel re-pinned to it. There is some wood loss due to burn out between the hammer and the breech plug tang. There is also a repaired crack at the toe of the stock and a small repair on the reverse forend at the nose cap with a piece of added wood. Nose cap may have been off and reattached or may be a replacement.

EST $ 3000 - 6000

Petersburg, VA Marked Double-Barrel Percussion Shotgun

Lot #252 (Sale Order 249 of 282)

12 gauge, 29" barrels, no S/N. Browned finish, engraved iron mountings, walnut with checkered wrist and smooth forend. Game scene engraved back action percussion locks are marked Q&WL Morton in Gothic script. Barrel rib marked Petersburg, VA in similar font. Cap box in toe of stock, breech with gold lines and platinum blowouts. Iron furniture engraved in the English style with flowing foliate themes. Birmingham commercial proof marks under barrel. Includes a horn tipped wood ramrod with threaded iron wiper at the end. The firm of Quin and W.L. Morton were cotton and commission agents in Petersburg that sold bulk goods and were involved in import export. The company operated during the 1850s and 1860s.

Condition: Good. Barrels with a mottled and oxidized brownish patina, iron mountings a deep steel gray. Engraving mostly crisp with some wear. Mechanically functional, good bore with moderate oxidation and some pitting. Stock sanded with weak checkering and scattered bumps, dings and handling marks.

EST $ 1200 - 1800

Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Sporting Rifle

Lot #253 (Sale Order 250 of 282)

.40 caliber, 26" octagonal barrel, S/N 25024. Blued finish, brass furniture, smooth walnut buttstock and forend with pewter tip. Early lock marking reading SHARP'S / PATENT / 1853, with later production guns corrected to SHARPS', making the word "Sharps" plural rather than possessive. Barrel with three-line SHARP'S RIFLE /MANUFG CO / HARTFORD. CONN. Receiver tang marked SHARPS / PATENT / 1848 and with the serial number. Matching serial number on barrel under forend. Brass buttplate and patchbox. Sharps 1853 ladder rear sight, dovetailed blade front sight. Staple with sling ring added to trigger plate tang.

Condition: Good. Metal cleaned to bright with weak barrel markings, other markings more legible. Mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and scattered light to moderate pitting. Stock with wear, scattered bumps and dings and some added finish.

EST $ 2000 - 4000

Winchester Model 1876 Rifle

Lot #254 (Sale Order 251 of 282)

.45-60 caliber, 28" octagonal barrel, S/N 41960. Walnut stock and forearm.

Condition: Barrel and magazine still retain much of the original blue finish. Frame still retains some of the original blue finish with some lightly fading to a plum brown. Sideplates are a dull brown to gray with some speckling. Stock and forearm have some nicks and dings.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Tack Decorated New Hampshire Buggy Rifle by G.B. Fogg with Beaded Scabbard

Lot #255 (Sale Order 252 of 282)

.34 caliber, 20.375" octagonal-to-round barrel, no S/N. Blued finish, walnut stock with checkered wrist, no forend. Upper left barrel flat marked in three lines: G.B. FOGG / MANCHESTER / N.H. Tang-mounted adjustable rear peep sight, barrel mounted elevation adjustable leaf sight, fixed front sight blade in dovetail. Buttstock decorated with brass tack patterns on both sides and a New Hampshire state seal button set into the obverse. Includes a brass tipped wood ramrod. Rifle is accompanied by a fringed doe skin rifle scabbard that is decorated for panels of green, white and red beads in rudimentary floral pattern. The scabbard measures 39" in overall length and includes thong ties to close the open end. The scabbard appears to be of a much more recent vintage than the rifle.

Consignor notes that this rifle belonged to "Small Chief," though no further information was provided. G.B. Fogg was a gunmaker working in Manchester, NH ca 1845-1879 (Sellers).

Condition: Good. Metal retains no finish with scattered surface oxidation, age discoloration and some scattered roughness and light pitting. Markings remain legible. Not mechanically functional. Fair bore with moderate oxidation and scattered pitting. Stock worn with dings and mars, some gapping at the receiver and some minor chipping along the lower tang. Beaded scabbard good to very good with a nice look.

EST $ 800 - 1200

** Iver Johnston Skeeter Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #256 (Sale Order 253 of 282)

.410 gauge, 28" barrels, S/N 25236 S. Marked on the left side of the frame "Iver Jonson Skeeter," double triggers, blue finish with checkered straight grip stock and checkered forearm. Hard rubber buttplate, LOP 14.25", drop at the heel is 2.75".

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: Bores are excellent, barrels retain most of the original blue finish. Frame has most of the bright blue finish with some flaking on the bottom of the frame. Butt stock and forearm have most of the original finish with little to none nicks and dings.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

** "A" Grade Fox Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #257 (Sale Order 254 of 282)

16 gauge, 28" barrels, S/N 303740 (ca 1936). A Grade, engraved frame, double triggers. Blued barrels, case colored frame. Select walnut butt stock, Checkered pistol grips and forearm. 14.25" LOP, drop at the heel 2.75". Chokes full, and mod. Hard rubber buttplate. Barrel is marked with Savage Firearms. In the original two-piece box with the original barrel and stock sleeves in the box. The original green label with serial number and all the markings matching to the shotgun.

**Requires C&R or FFL

Condition: This shotgun is just about new. Retaining all of the original blue and case coloring finish. Stock and forearm are excellent to mint. Gun is unfired other than tested at the factory. Overall all this is a mint shotgun with its original box in the same condition. You will look at long time to find a Fox shotgun in the original box.

EST $ 6000 - 8500

Attractive Model 1866 Winchester Rifle Engraved by the Noted English Engraver Ken Hunt

Lot #258 (Sale Order 255 of 282)

An Attractive Model 1866 Winchester Rifle Engraved by the Noted English Engraver Ken Hunt as a Tribute to an Original by Louis D. Nimschke

.44 RF caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 38440. The frame is engraved with the famous Nimschke scene of a maiden being carried off by a Native American while being shot at by a settler in front of his log cabin using a Winchester rifle. This scene is well illustrated on page 60 (upper right) in the L. D. Nimchcke Firearms Engraver book by R.L. Wilson. The right side is engraved with Nimschkesque scrolls and Charles A. Messiter. Frame is signed LDN in reserve and further signed Nimschke behind the hammer. Buttplate and nosecap engraved en suite. Straight grain walnut buttstock and forend.

Condition: Frame retaining most of its darkened silver with crisp Nimschke-style engraving. Barrel and magazine tube retain much blued finish under the varnish. Ladder rear sight retains most original finish. Hammer and lever display considerable case colors now faded. Loading gate retains nitre blue. Buttstock and forend retain much of what appears to be original varnish. Trigger pin has been replaced and is proud of the frame on both sides. Bore is fine. Action is soft and will not stay on cock. Just above lever retaining screw in the engraving are two punch dots which obscure the initials K.H.

EST $ 5000 - 7000

Peabody Carbine

Lot #259 (Sale Order 256 of 282)

.50RF caliber, 20" barrel, no S/N. Blued and color case hardened finish, smooth straight-gripped walnut stock and forend which is secured by a single barrel band. Standard 5-line Peabody address and patent marking on reverse of receiver, folding leaf rear sight, musket-style front sight, sling ring at reverse wrist.

Condition: Fine. Retains most of the barrel blue with some thinning and fading, receiver with most of the vivid case colors. All markings clear and crisp, mechanically functional. Fine bore with scattered oxidation. Stock crisp with a feathery texture and some scattered bumps and dings, primarily at sharp edges and contact points.

EST $ 1500 - 2500

Stevens Favorite Rifle With Original Cardboard Display

Lot #260 (Sale Order 257 of 282)

.25 Stevens caliber, 22" octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N PO 163. Blade front sight with rear barrel sight. S.J. Stevens A&T Co. on the left barrel flat 25-Stevens. Walnut stock and forearm. This rifle comes with an original cardboard display by Stevens used for counter display. The 24" x 22.5" x 3" (bottom support stand) counter display says "Quarter Century Of Record-Breaking Accuracy," and depicts a man holding a Stevens Schuetzen target rifle and target, three men shooting. On the bottom marked "Stevens Sporting Arms Co."

Condition: The rifle retains all of the original bright blue finish. Frame retains all of the case colored finish. Stock and forearm with original varnished finish. Hard rubber buttplate is near mint. Stock has four small bruises. The counter display is quite colorful and in near mint condition.

EST $ 1000 - 2000

Remington Hepburn Target Rifle

Lot #261 (Sale Order 258 of 282)

.40-25 caliber, 30" octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 5954. Marked on the top of barrel "E.Remington & Sons Ilion New York." Blue barrel, case colored frame, checkered pistol grip stock and plain forearm with case colored metal tip. Original tang sight. Barrel has a rear buckhorn-style sight with elevator. Front hood adjustable sight.

Condition: Barrel retains nearly all of the bright original blue finish. The frame and forearm tip have all of the original bright case colors. Stock and forearm are excellent. Overall, this is a very fine rifle.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

A Good and Unusual Winchester 1873 Rifle with Round Barrel and Half Magazine

Lot #262 (Sale Order 259 of 282)

.38-40 caliber, 26" barrel, S/N 111,311A. Manufactured in 1883. A very attractive rifle with 26" barrel and round button magazine. Crescent butt, standard sights.

Condition: Condition is unusually fine. Barrel retains nearly all of its glossy factory blue with minor marks mostly on underside. Nose cap retains nearly all of its very bright factory blue. Dust cover with all of its original blue. Frame and sideplates retain nearly all of their original factory blue. Hammer retains much of its lightly dull case hardening, as does lever. Crescent buttplate retains nearly all of its original case hardening. Buttstock has never been off gun. All screws remain indexed. Butt with an oil finish and appears to be one or possibly 2x and with no marks. Forend with some hand wear and a few minor marks on underside. Loading gate with all of its glossy bright blue. Bore is excellent as is action and condition of this rifle is exemplary in every way.

EST $ 4000 - 6000

A Fine Winchester Model 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #263 (Sale Order 260 of 282)

.44 rimfire caliber, 20" barrel. Manufactured in 1877. This is an extremely fine 1866 carbine that has had some poor storage otherwise it would be one of the better examples known. Side plates appear to have never been off the gun. Untouched throughout.

Condition: Barrel and magazine tube retain most of their original bright blue with scatters storage rust throughout their length. One barely significant chip one inch from muzzle. Frame has beautiful untouched look with no significant damage or mars. Hammer has faint traces of case colors as does lever. Loading gate retains nearly all of its original blue. Buttplate has beautiful untouched brass color. Original rods inside butt trap. Buttstock is full-dimensioned with much original varnish and a few light marks. One deeper dent on right side. Forend with some handling wear and some original varnish. Front barrel band retains some original blue. Forend band grey metal. Action is crisp as a new gun. Bore is fine. To improve on this carbine, one would expect to pay five figures.

EST $ 6000 - 9000

A Fine and Rare Winchester Model 1873 Rifle with Rare 32" Barrel

Lot #264 (Sale Order 261 of 282)

.44-40 caliber, 32" barrel. S/N 220376B. This extraordinary rifle was received in the warehouse on October 16, 1888 and shipped out the next day. Most of the few existing 32" barrels 1873 rifles are either in brown condition or in .32-20 caliber. To find one with nearly all of its original finish much less than the highly desirable .44 caliber is almost impossible. Not only does Winchester serial number 220376B have excellent condition as well as the best caliber, it also sports a desirable factory set trigger.

Condition: Barrel and magazine tube retain nearly all of the original factory blue finish as well as rear sight and nose cap. Rifle has a globe front sight that is obviously factory original, although not mentioned in letter. Frame and dust cover retain nearly all of their original bright factory bluing with no flaking. Trigger retains nearly all of its original blue. Hammer and lever retain much original case hardening. Buttplate retains most of its original faded case hardening. Varnished walnut butt with nice figure and has much of its original factory varnish with some wear on comb. Forend has some original varnish combined with handling wear. Loading gate retains most of its original finish. Action is excellent. Set trigger functions properly and bore is pristine. If you want the best long barrel 1873, look no further than 220376B.

EST $ 8000 - 12000

Scarce 32" Barrel Marlin Model 1889 Rifle

Lot #265 (Sale Order 262 of 282)

.32 caliber, 32" octagonal barrel, S/N 108410 (ca 1894). Blued finish with case hardened hammer, lever and buttplate. Plain varnished walnut half stock. Windage adjustable hooded front sight with elevator rear sight and tang-mounted target-style aperture. Barrel marked in two lines with Marlin address and patent dates. One of the rarest variations of the Model 1889 rifle, only 99 of the 55,119 produced by Marlin were fitted with a 32" barrel, representing less than 1% of the total production. Includes serial number research request confirming configuration.

Condition: Very good to fine. Barrel retains nearly all of its blued finish with some minor thinning on sharp edges and scattered oxidation frosting. Frame shows some wear and scratching to bluing, but retains a pleasing fire-blue luster. Some handling marks and blemishes to stock from age and use, but no serious cracks, splits, or other major damage. Bore is good; bright with visible rifling.

EST $ 4000 - 7500

Factory Nimschke Engraved Marlin Model 1889 Rifle

Lot #266 (Sale Order 263 of 282)

38 caliber, 26" octagonal barrel, S/N 36405. Entire rifle was finished in blue finish with case colored hammer and lever. Engraved in the shop of L.D. Niimschke. Frame is scroll engraved with a panel on the right side of eagle and on the left side a big cat. Checkered pistol grip stock and forearm. Rifle letters as a 26" octagonal barrel, caliber 38, PG stock. This rifle was more than likely purchased by L.D. Nimschke, shop engraved in his shop and sold by the shop. Nimschke-engraved Marlins are extremely rare and highly prized by students of American engraving.

Condition: Very good. Most of the blued finish remains with some thinning and wear on sharp edges. Some handling marks and blemishes on stock, but no serious cracks, splits, or other damage. The frame with sharp and crisp engraving, has mostly turned to a plum brown. Bore is very good, mechanically excellent.

EST $ 5000 - 10000

Marlin Standard Model 1881 Rifle With Factory Letter

Lot #267 (Sale Order 264 of 282)

.40-60 caliber, scarce 28" octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 5013 (ca. 1883). Blued finish with varnished walnut stock. Blade front sight with semi-buckhorn elevator rear sight. Top of barrel marked with two-line Marlin New Haven address and 1865, 73, 75, 78, 79, and 80 patent dates with re-issue marking. Serial number marked on receiver forward of lever. Sliding loading gate. A total of only 194 Model 1881 rifles featured a half magazine. Includes factory letter.

Condition: Very good to fine. Most of the blued finish remains with some streaking and scratches of plumb patination on barrel. Octagonal portion retains nearly all of its finish with some dulling and thinning on sharp edges. Frame shows some intact bluing with most found under lever. Stock shows some handling marks and blemishes but no serious cracks or splits.

EST $ 4000 - 6500

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle with Factory Letter

Lot #268 (Sale Order 265 of 282)

.38-40 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 24270. Blue finish, walnut stock and forearm. Circa 1890 by serial number, 1,760 made in .38 caliber, 4,312 made with 24"barrel, 4,568 made with octagonal barrel.

Condition: This rifle retains most of the original bright blue finish. Some wear to the high edges, some flaking on the upper tang and lower tang. Stock and forearm are very good with little to no nicks and dings. Hard to find an 1888 Marlin with this much finish.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle

Lot #269 (Sale Order 266 of 282)

.32 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 23080. Blued barrel and full-length magazine tube with plain, but attractively grained walnut stock. Blade front sight with elevator rear sporting sight with mounted tang sight.

Condition: Frame retaining much of the original bright blue finish. Barrel and rear barrel sight retains most of the original bright blue finish. Lever, hammer and buttplate still have a nice mottled gray to brown with some case colors. Stock and forearm are excellent.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Henry Marked Model 1866 Rifle

Lot #270 (Sale Order 267 of 282)

.44-40 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 21341 (ca. 1869). Blued barrel and magazine tube with plain stock. Brass forend tip, frame and buttplate. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Sling swivel mounts on forend cap with rear sling swivel removed. Top of barrel marked with two-line Henry patent and King's Improvement patent dates. Serial number on lower tang with museum accession number rear of lower tang.

Condition: Barrel shows a streaking light and dark gunmetal coloration with some scattered areas of oxidation. Some marring of wood from age and use with some missing wood near front of right side of forend. Some evidence of cleaning on frame with buttplate showing a poor fit. Mechanically functional. Bore is fair with some scattered pitting and wear to rifling.

EST $ 2000 - 5000

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle With Factory Letter

Lot #271 (Sale Order 268 of 282)

.38 caliber, 26" octagonal barrel with full magazine, S/N 24891. Blue finish, walnut stock. Circa 1890. 1,776 made in .38 caliber, 264 with 26" octagonal barrel. Includes factory letter confirming configuration and August 1889 shipping date.

Condition: Very sharp and crisp rifle overall. Barrel retains a lot of the original blue finish just lightly turning plum, and some edge wear. Magazine tube is mostly plum with some blue finish. The frame and lower and upper tang is nice soft plum finish. Stock and forearm have some nicks and dings. Retaining most of the varnished finish.

EST $ 2500 - 4000

Marlin Model 1889 Rifle

Lot #272 (Sale Order 269 of 282)

.38-40 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 98156 (ca. 1894). Blued barrel with case hardened hammer and lever. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Top of barrel marked with two-line marlin address and patent dates. Top of frame marked "MARLIN SAFETY" with serial number forward of lever. Top of barrel also stamped "BUREAU COUNTY," likely Bureau County, Illinois. Over 18,500 Model 1889 rifles were produced in .38-40 caliber, the second most popular caliber after the .44-40.

Bureau County, Illinois, had a history of purchasing Marlin firearms for their county jail. Records show that 80 Model 1894 muskets were purchased, likely set aside to be issued in the case of emergency. No specific reference exists to the issue of the Model 1889 rifles, though their later purchase would indicate these would likely have been issued to peace officers. As with other Bureau county-marked examples, this rifle has been stamped with individual dies, though known examples of the 1894 muskets were stamped on top of the frame.

Condition: Very good. Nearly all the blued finish remains with some minor thinning to sharp edges and working parts. Some visible case coloring remaining on hammer and lever. Stock has some minor handling blemishes but retains a very attractive grain and finish. Bore is very good; bright with visible edges to rifling.

EST $ 3000 - 4500

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle

Lot #273 (Sale Order 270 of 282)

.44-40 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 79674 (ca 1892). Blued finish with case hardened hammer and lever, varnished walnut stock. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Barrel marked with two-line Marlin address and patent dates. Sling swivel on magazine tube and stock.

Condition: Very good. Nearly all of the blued finish remains with some minor thinning on sharp edges and working parts, turning to a light patination on barrel. Case hardened parts show some remaining color. Stock shows some moderate handling marks including a couple dents on each side of buttstock near buttplate, but no serious cracks, splits, or other major damage. Bore is fair to good; somewhat dark with some old pitting and visible rifling.

EST $ 2500 - 5000

Fine and Desireable Marlin Model 1889 Rifle

Lot #274 (Sale Order 271 of 282)

.32-20 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 88120 (ca 1893). Blued barrel and magazine tube with case hardened frame and plain high-grade walnut stock. Full-length magazine. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Blued barrel with case hardened frame, lever, hammer, and buttplate. Top of barrel marked with two-line Marlin address. Right side of buttstock fitted with medallion showing a stylized monogram of intertwined "SO." Of the 55,119 Model 1889 rifles produced by Marlin, the .32-20 is one of the rarely-encountered chamberings, representing less than thirty percent of total production. Includes letter confirming configuration and 1894 shipment date.

Marlin records show that the proceeding three serial numbers (88121, 88122, 88123) were featured in the Marlin display at the 1893 Chicago Worlds Fair. A letter to the consignor from well-known collector Randy Gott (mentioned in Colonel William Brophy's authoritative work, Marlin Firearms: A History of the Guns and the Company That Made Them.) states that Gott was convinced that this particular rifle (S/N 88210) was also featured at the World's Fair due to the extreme exclusivity (if not complete uniqueness) of a case hardened Model 1889 rifle. While records exist showing five serial numbers (one of which is a double entry) of rifles featured at the World's Fair, Gott states that over 160 repeating rifles were featured at the Marlin exhibit.

Condition: Excellent. Only minor thinning to finish on sharp edges with case coloring showing a very attractive range of colors. Stock has some minor handling marks and blemishes and all its original varnish. Bore is good with some minor pitting and visible edges to rifling. Even without the possibility of its presence at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, this is without a doubt an example of a extraordinary Marlin rifle perfect in nearly every respect, that would be nearly impossible to improve upon.

EST $ 3500 - 6000

Marlin Model 1889 Deluxe Rfile

Lot #275 (Sale Order 272 of 282)

.38 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 68630. Blued finish with case hardened hammer, blue forend cap, case hardened lever, and buttplate. Walnut stock with checkered forend and pistol grip. Blade front sight with sporting rear sight barrel sight. Circa 1890-1891. One of 207 made with short magazine, a very rare rifle in this configuration.

Condition: Barrel and frame retains most of the bright original blue finish with little wear to the high edges. Lever, hammer and buttplate retains most of the case colors. Stock and forearm are excellent with minimal nicks and dings. Stock and forearm retain most of the original varnished finish.

EST $ 6000 - 9000

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle with Rare 28" Barrel

Lot #276 (Sale Order 273 of 282)

.44-40, 28" octagonal barrel with full magazine, S/N 24712 (mfg. ca 1889). Blued finish, color case hardened lever and hammer, varnished smooth walnut stock with crescent butt and smooth forend steel nose cap. Top of barrel marked with two-line address: MARLIN FIRE-ARMS CO. NEW-HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. / PATENTED OCTOBER 11, 1887. Caliber mark 44W on top of barrel near frame. Mounted with elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, dovetailed Rocky Mountain German silver front sight blade, top ejection frame. Only 198 28" barreled M1888s were produced. Accompanied by a factory letter that confirms the configuration and notes that the rifle was shipped from the factory on May 23, 1889.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blued finish with some thinning, fading and loss. Case colors muted. Metal with some scattered surface oxidation and flecks of minor roughness. Mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with crisp rifling and scattered oxidation, some frosting and some light pitting near the muzzle. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 3000 - 6000

Marlin Model 1888 Rifle

Lot #277 (Sale Order 274 of 282)

.44-40 caliber, 24" octagonal barrel, S/N 21980 (ca 1889). Blued finish with case hardened hammer and lever. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Varnished walnut half stock with full-length magazine tube. Of the 4,814 examples of the Model 1888 produced by Marlin, 1,727 were chambered in .44-40, representing about 30 percent of production.

Condition: Very good. Some moderate thinning of finish on barrel with some additional lightening on sharp edges. Frame retains some of its blued finish with most wearing to a gunmetal gray patina with some scratches and handling marks throughout. Stock has scattered handling imperfections including a very small 1" old repaired crack on left side of forend and receiver junction. Bore is fair; some light to moderate old pitting with visible rifling.

EST $ 650 - 1000

Marlin Model 1881 Deluxe Rifle with Factory Letter

Lot #278 (Sale Order 275 of 282)

.38-55 caliber, 24" barrel, S/N 20067 (ca 1888). Blued finish with case hardened lever, hammer, and buttplate. Varnished walnut stock checkered at forend and pistol grip with additional brass cheek rest. Blade front sight with elevator rear sight. Barrel marked with two-line Marlin address with patent dates including re-issue date. Serial number marked forward of lever. Marlin manufactured only 3,563 Model 1881 Rifles chambered .38-55, the lowest manufacture number other than the .32 caliber. Includes factory letter confirming configuration.

Condition: Fine overall. Nearly all of the original blued finish remains with some expected wear to sharp edges of barrel and frame. Some scattered oxidation frosting on frame with an attractive mostly blue hue on that section. Minor handling marks to stock some dents of moderate severity on tip of comb and bottom of stock. Bore is good; mostly bright with visible edges to rifling and minimal pitting. An attractive Marlin rifle that has the added bonus of a better than average condition.

EST $ 4500 - 6500

Marlin Model 1881 Rifle with Factory Letter

Lot #279 (Sale Order 276 of 282)

.45-70, 30" barrel with nearly full-length magazine, S/N 13558 (mfg. ca 1886). Blued finish, color case hardened buttplate, lever, hammer and nose cap, smooth varnished walnut stock with semi-crescent butt and smooth forend with steel nose cap. Barrel with third type, two-line address reading: MARLIN FIRE-ARMS CO. NEW-HAVEN, CT U.S.A. / PAT'D FEB. 7 '65, JAN. 7 '73, SEP. 14 '75, NOV. 19 & 26 '78, JUNE 3 '79, DEC. 9 '79, NOV. 9 '80 RE-ISSUE NOV. 9 '80. Caliber marking .45 GOV'T on top of barrel near frame. Top eject frame, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, dovetailed German silver Rocky Mountain front sight blade. 780 M1881 rifles were produced with 30" barrels. Includes a factory letter confirming the configuration and noting the rifle shipped on September 29, 1886. No shipping destination was provided.

Condition: Very good. Retains some nice blue with thinning and loss, showing evenly disturbed surface oxidation and flecks of surface roughness. Case colors faded to mottled gray, buttplate heavily oxidized with some pitting. Markings remains clear, mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with some scattered pitting and even oxidation. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars and discoloration at the buttplate.

EST $ 4000 - 6500

Marlin Model 1889 Deluxe Short Rifle

Lot #280 (Sale Order 277 of 282)

.38-40, 20" octagonal barrel with full-length magazine, S/N 71101 (mfg. ca 1892). Blued finish, color case hardened lever and hammer, deluxe checkered pistol gripped stock and checkered forend. Top of frame marked MARLIN SAFETY, barrel marked in two lines: MARLIN FIRE-ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CT. U.S.A. / PATENTED OCTOBER 11, 1887 APRIL 2, 1889, with the upper line flanked by a pair of inward pointing arrows, barrel also marked .38W. Adjustable folding Lyman peep tang sight, folding globe and blade combination front sight, folding leaf barrel sight. Sling swivels in toe of stock and on swivel in forend cap. A scarce short rifle (some would say "carbine") that was certainly used but was well cared for during its life.

Condition: Very good. Retains some traces of blue in protected areas with the balance a pleasing gray and plum patina. Lever with minute traces of color in protected areas. Clear markings, mechanically functional, good bore with strong rifling, moderate oxidation and some even light pinpricking. Wood with some wear, particularly on the forend, showing scattered bumps, dings and mars as well some softening of the checkering.

EST $ 3000 - 5000

Factory Engraved Long-Barrel Marlin Model 1889 Deluxe Rifle with Factory Letter

Lot #281 (Sale Order 278 of 282)

.44 caliber, 32" barrel. S/N 81668. An extraordinary 1889 deluxe Marlin with extra long 32 " barrel. Tastefully engraved with scrolls, a stag in a circular panel. Octagonal barrel with patridge front and adjustable rear sight. Magazine extends to within 4 1/4" of muzzle. Deluxe checkered highly figured walnut butt with buttplate. Includes factory letter.

Condition: Barrels retains most of its original blue with some wear to high spots. Mag tube has most of its blue now turning brown. Case colored frame with some remaining case colors, but mostly nickeled out. Hammer retains some original case color as does lever. Buttplate with faded case color. Stock with most original varnish and some marks. Checkered fore end with much original varnish and some marks. Loading gate with much original finish. Action is excellent. Bore is good, but with some roughness towards the muzzle. An extraordinary rare rifle that would almost be impossible for the advanced Marlin collector to duplicate.

EST $ 6000 - 8000

Rare 30" Barreled Marlin Model 1889 Rifle

Lot #282 (Sale Order 279 of 282)

.38WCF caliber, 30" octagonal barrel with nearly full-length magazine tube, S/N 71129 (mfg. ca 1892). Blued finish, varnished smooth walnut stock with crescent buttplate and smooth forend with blued forend cap. Top of frame engraved MARLIN SAFETY, top of barrel marked in two lines, forward of the rear sight: MARLIN FIRE-ARMS CO. NEW-HAVEN CT. U.S.A. / PATENTED OCT. 11, 1887. APRIL 2, 1889. "38W" caliber mark on top of barrel near frame. Equipped with elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight and and dovetailed front sight with white bead. Only 165 M1889 rifles were produced with 30" barrels, making them a true rarity in the field of Marlin collecting. Includes a factory letter confirming the configuration and noting the rifle was shipped June 8, 1892 to an unknown recipient.

Condition: Fine. Retains much of the blue on the barrel with some thinning and fading, less on the frame, with some scattered surface oxidation. Retains traces of muted case color on the lever and hammer. All markings clear, mechanically functional, fine bore is mostly bright with fine rifling and some oxidation and frosting in the grooves. Stock with much of the varnish, showing numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 4000 - 7500

Extremely Early Production 2-Digit Marlin Model 1881 Rifle

Lot #283 (Sale Order 280 of 282)

.40-60 caliber, 28" barrel with full-length magazine, S/N 26 (mfg. ca 1881). Blued finish, color case hardened buttplate, lever, hammer and nose cap, smooth varnished walnut stock with semi-crescent butt and smooth forend with steel nose cap. Barrel with first type, one-line address reading: J.M. MARLIN NEW HAVEN, CT U.S.A. PAT'D FEB. 7 '65, JAN. 7 '73, SEP. 14 '75, NOV. 19 & 26 '78, JUNE 3 '79, DEC. 9 '79, NOV. 9 '80 RE-ISSUE NOV. 9 '80. Caliber marking 40 on bottom of frame. Top eject frame, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, dovetailed German silver Rocky Mountain front sight blade. Only 600 of these earliest M1881 Rifles were produced, in either .40-60 or .45-70 with 28" and 30" barrels.

Condition: Very good. Retains some traces of blue in protected areas, the balance a mostly smooth grayish-brown patina with scattered surface oxidation. Markings remain clear. Mechanically functional, fair bore with strong rifling, heavy oxidation, dirty debris and some pitting. Stock with wear, showing numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars.

EST $ 4500 - 8000

Winchester Model 1873 Rifle

Lot #284 (Sale Order 281 of 282)

.22 short caliber, 24.5" octagonal barrel, S/N 249985B. Nickel-plated frame, nosecap and buttplate, blue barrel and mag tube, case colored lever and hammer. Straight grain walnut stock with walnut forearm. Blade front sight and rear sight with elevator. Factory letter comes with the rifle, detailing its configuration and being return to the factory for repair and return twice.

Condition: Barrel and magazine tube retain most of the original blue finish with little to no wear. Retaining nearly all of the nickel refinish. Stock and forearm are excellent with nice raised grain wood. An excellent item for a 22 collector, very rare combination in this caliber.

EST $ 4500 - 7500

Marlin Model 1889 Deluxe Rife With factory letter

Lot #285 (Sale Order 282 of 282)

.25-20 caliber, 24.5" half octagonal-to-round barrel, half magazine, S/N 108017. Blue finish with checkered pistol grip stock and checkered forearm. Circa 1894. Only 34 rifles made in this caliber, 508 with half octagonal barrel. Lyman rear tang sight, standard barrel rear sight with a folding front beach sight.

Condition: This rifle retains most of the bright original blue finish, with little wear to the high edges. Some light thinning on the frame. Stock and forearm are excellent with minimal nicks and dings. Retaining nearly all of the original finish with nice untouched look. An outstanding deluxe Marlin rifle.

EST $ 4500 - 9000


Arms and Armor: Live Auction
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Arms and Armor: Live Auction
by Cowan's Auctions Wed, May 6, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Cowan’s is pleased to offer for its May 2020 Arms and Armor auction an enviable collection of fine antique arms and military accessories. While the entire sale is indeed a showcase of rare and desirable items, several lots showcased in the May sale are of special interest to advanced collectors of fine arms. Specially featured is an incredibly rare #5 Holster Model “Texas” Paterson Revolver (Lot 48). These revolvers are rare to find in any condition and not only does this example retain some of its original finish, it also has the added bonus of showing matching serial numbers, even on the spare cylinder. Also featured in this sale are several one-in-a-lifetime opportunities, including a prohibitively rare Third Model Cofer Revolver (Lot 110), a unique Southern Percussion Revolver By V.G.H. Libeau (Lot 375), a remarkable double cased pair of silver and gilt Colt 1860 Army Revolvers, (Lot 376) and a factory engraved Winchester Big .50 Deluxe 1876 Short Rifle made especially for Sultan (later King) Fouad I of Egypt (Lot 295). This unique assembly of important arms also includes rare curio and oddity pieces unlike anything available for auction in recent times, featuring a magnificent Mauser Zig-Zag revolver with ivory grips (Lot 533), a very fine Thuer Conversion Colt 1860 Army Revolver (Lot 374), and a Rare and Desirable 25-Shot Guycot Chain Pistol (Lot 527). In keeping with Cowan’s place as the premier auction house for academic collectors and historians, we are pleased to offer selections from the collection Arthur Marsh. Representing a long career of passionate study and collecting, the collection of Arthur Marsh includes a large and very complete collection of U.S. aviation accouterments including high-quality flight helmets, pilot’s jackets, and badges (Lots 185-221, 223-224) representing the golden age of American military flight.