Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. Auction Catalog - Auction No. 128 - Session 1 Online Auctions

Fine American Percussion Pistol by A. Peterman of Philadelphia

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 601)

.50 caliber, 9" octagon barrel with a bright excellent smooth bore. This pistol is of extremely high quality and remains in very fine condition. The top of the barrel is marked "A. PETERMAN 131 WALNUT ST. PHILADA" and the patent breech shows a fancy bolster. The lock is engraved with a fine wavy line border and beautiful relief scroll along with maker name "A. PETERMAN". The hammer is beautifully formed with a handsome tall and forward leaning spur. Abraham Peterman was located next door to the famous Krider shop and he was active during the second half of the 19th century. The condition of the pistol is excellent with the barrel retaining a good deal of original brown finish with the surfaces remaining smooth and with lots of Damascus pattern visible. The patent breech and tang show lots of faded original color case hardening and are beautifully engraved in relief scroll. The lock and hammer are a beautiful mix of mottled color case hardening and a smooth gray patina. The walnut stock has a typical Philadelphia form and rates excellent with crisp checkering on grip, nice clean edges and perhaps 90% original finish with just a few light handling marks from the years. The finger spur triggerguard houses a set trigger and terminates in a pineapple finial. The triggerguard is mostly a smooth brown patina with loss due to flaking and with some original blue visible in areas. The wedge escutcheons are of iron and show light border engraving. The pistol is sighted with a small iron blade front and v-notch rear which is neatly mounted within the tang. A finely made 19th century Philadelphia percussion pistol in a fine state of preservation. (1C9670-179) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection](2000/3000)

Fine British Flintlock Officer's Pistol by Richards

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 601)

.58 caliber, 9" part round part octagon pin fastened barrel with a near very good bore. This is a fine, high condition British pistol. The lock is engraved "Richards" ahead of cock with recessed rear section with pronounced teat. The lock features a gooseneck cock and a roller frizzen. The brass mounted stock shows a lightly engraved butt with long lobes, a large, lightly engraved flat sideplate and the triggerguard terminates in an acorn shaped finial at the front. Based upon the lock shape, roller frizzen and other architecture, we are dating this pistol to the first half of the 19th century. The barrel shows Birmingham proofs and has a stylish transition to round with chamfered edges of octagonal section to a wedding band and then to round. The condition is wonderful with the barrel retaining a pleasing mix of original brown finish and patina and remains quite smooth with little if any pitting present. The lock shows a light, even gray brown patina with crisp marking and again the metal remains smooth. The walnut stock rates excellent with 90% plus original finish, clean edges and just the normal light handling marks from the years. The brass furniture all shows a mellow undisturbed patina. The horn tipped ramrod appears to be of hickory and is at least period and could be original. This is a very fine British flintlock officer's pistol. (1B9833-58) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Fine Cased Colt Model 1855 Root Revolver

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 601)

serial #28274, .28 caliber, 3 1/2" octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This model 3 revolver shows the Hartford barrel addressed octagon barrel with full fluted cylinder; the Hartford address with crosses at either end of the marking. The revolver shows matching numbers on the frame, bottom of barrel and rear face of cylinder. The revolver remains in very fine condition retaining about 70% original blue finish overall with loss due only to flaking and confined mostly to the barrel. There is also some flaking on the backstrap but the areas where the blue remains show rich deep lovely original blue. The hammer shows vivid original color case hardened finish as does the loading lever. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with virtually all of its original finish and hardly a handling mark. The revolver comes in a rare right handed factory casing which remains in the same lovely condition as the revolver. The case is lined in green baize which remains rich in color but showing proper wear in the contact points. The case includes an eagle flask which retains over 90% original lacquer and a dual cavity Colt's Patent mould which shows 90% original blue. Also included is a cap tin and the case key. All partitions are intact and the exterior of the case shows lots of original finish with drying cracks in the lid which remain sound. The case has proper soft wood bottom and shows crisp scribe marks around the hinges and lock. A very handsome Root that shows very little use. (1B9670-492) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Very Crisp Colt Model 1860 Army Richards Conversion Revolver

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 601)

serial #4287, 44 CF, 8" barrel with a bright minty bore. This revolver shows matching numbers on the barrel, frame, cylinder, triggerguard and backstrap, the wedge is unnumbered. This is the transitional or "Second Model" revolver with two-line patent dates on left side of frame. The cylinder shows all of its wonderful naval engagement scene which remains crisp. The metal surfaces show about 95% original nickel plated finish with some flaking along the outside edge of the ejector rod housing with the balance of the loss being on the backstrap and the triggerguard. The exposed brass on the triggerguard bears a pleasing untouched patina. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with about 80% original finish remaining and with the loss being due to even thinning on the left side. The grips have just normal light handling marks and fit perfectly to the straps. This is a very fine, high condition example of the Richards Converted 1860 Army revolver. (1C9670-498) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Fabulous Deluxe Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by D.H. Hilliard of Cornish, New Hampshire

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 601)

.38 caliber, 29" octagon barrel turned at muzzle for starter and with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely Hilliard rifle, perhaps the finest we have ever offered. When one hears the name Hilliard, likely the image that comes to mind is of an underhammer rifle of which he made many. He also made traditional rifles with back action and front action locks. This example features a back action lock and is German silver mounted and engraved. The top left flat of the barrel is marked "D.H. HILLIARD / CORNISH, / N.H.", "CAST-STEEL" and is serial numbered "1609". The bottom flat under stock is marked "62 G.H. NUTT 2" and on left bottom flat just ahead of breech "ALLEN THURBER & CO / CAST-STEEL". The lock shows simple scroll with shaded background along with a simple an endearing border pattern. The top of the barrel shows light scroll ahead of rear barrel sight and the top surface of the long tang sight is engraved with large loose scroll which is reminiscent of the loose scroll engraving found on Dutton rifles which were made in Jaffrey, NH. The fancy round German silver patchbox is engraved as is the finger spur triggerguard, sideplate, buttplate, toeplate and wedge escutcheons. The forend tip is of pewter and it is also engraved. The barrel breech shows light engraving, as does the tang, and the outer surface of the bolster shows light scroll. All engraving is clean and somewhat folky and endearing and is what we would expect to see on a 19th century New Hampshire made gun. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers which function properly however the hammer does not quite hold on full cock. The condition of the rifle is excellent with the barrel retaining 75% evenly thinning original blue finish overall. The lock shows lots of original color case-hardened finish which has softened slightly but has a nice appearance. All iron surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. The stock is of very nicely figured American black walnut and features a lovely shadowline cheekpiece with plain oval German silver monogram plate at center. The stock rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks most prevalent on the left side. The rifle is sighted with a globe front, open sporting rear with elevator and a long cantilevered tang sight with sliding elevator which engages hand cut adjustment grooves filed across the tang. A simple hickory ramrod is present beneath barrel. All furniture fits beautifully, the cheekpiece inlay being the exception as it is lifting slightly. This rifle is illustrated in Ned Robert's famous work The Muzzle-Loading Cap Lock Rifle on page 152. This is an extremely fine Hilliard rifle, certainly among the finest remaining examples of his work. (1E9670-114) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3500/5500)

Lovely Diminutive New York Mule Ear Percussion Boys Rifle by Medbery

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 601)

32 cal., 22'' round barrel with Rigby flats and a bright excellent bore. This is an exceptionally lovely and very simple boys or ladies rifle and appears to have seen very little, very careful use over the years. The barrel retains perhaps 93% original browning, the loss is due to some even fading and light wear from the years. It shows a simple diminutive silver blade front sight with a shallow v-notch rear, showing strong trace pale fire blue, with ''J Medbery/Rochester'' on the top flat rib. The tang shows some excellent quality etched foliate ''engraving'' and is a dull pewter gray patina. Lockplate shows the very lightest engraving with a beveled edge showing a diminutive border, the ear of the hammer showing open wide scroll with some geometric decoration. The hammer shows some strong remnant fire blue with some colors on the lock, especially where the hammer covers that portion of the plate. There is a simple pewter nosecap and a very lightly engraved tailpipe with the wide bow triggerguard having a pineapple finial front extension, which is engraved with some wide open scroll on the bow of the guard and the rearward grip flourish. There is a thin diminutive steel buttplate with very light engraving on the tang, it gives a length of pull to the brass trigger of 13''. The American walnut buttstock rates excellent with much original varnish, crisp wraparound checkering patterns with mullered borders, showing only light handling marks or scratches from the years. There is a clipped-corner rectangular monogram plate atop the wrist which is un-engraved and a very nice little silver star-shaped inlay on the left side of stock where the cheek would sit. The arm seems to function well mechanically and the ramrod is a later antique replacement without ferrules. There is a tiny amount of pitting in the cap splash area around the nipple, but overall the rifle appears to have seen very little use and was very well cared-for. Joseph Medbery was granted a patent for a mule ear lock in 1826 and was active in Rochester circa 1826-1840, when he sold out to William Billinghurst circa 1841, his other business ventures taking precedence over his gun shop, he would become fairly wealthy and influential in the Rochester area. This very rifle is pictured on pages 1116-7 of The New York State Firearms Trade book series, volume 3 © Rowe. The overall length of this lovely little New York State rifle is 36 3/8'' tipping the scales at just a tad over 3 1/2 pounds. (39670-455) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Fine William Billinghurst Underhammer Percussion Buggy Rifle

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 601)

.31 cal., 14 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good bore. This is an endearing little rifle which is built as a diminutive version of Billinghurst's full-size underhammer takedown target rifles. The top of the barrel is marked "W. BILLINGHURST ROCHESTER, N.Y." and shows a single threaded vacant hole just ahead of the breech. The barrel is held to the action with a tapered steel pin passing laterally through the frame and barrel stud. The breech section of barrel is nicely engraved and the frame shows lovely engraved motif at breech along with border and screw engraving. The barrel is beautifully formed with chamfered forward edge of octagon leading to a wedding band and then to round. The ramrod tube is mounted to the bottom of the octagon section with large ribs on either side. The barrel shows about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish which is blending to brown and has a wonderful appearance. The frame and breech show faded original color case-hardened finish with some scattered light oxidation staining in some areas. The checkered pistolgrip stock shows lovely shell carving on base of pistolgrip and the checkering is typical Billinghurst style being checkered borderless to the triggerguard and barrel tang. The stock rates very good plus with most of its original finish and with a single filled hole in the toeline and the coarse checkering remains clean. The barrel and buttstock of the rifle, when taken down, are almost identical in length and the front of the scope mounts to the forward mount by a small slot cut into the bottom of the scope tube which slides over a corresponding stud. The rifle wears its original rifle style buttplate with nicely engraved top tang and a pleasing mix of faded color case hardening and a gray patina. The scope has a stepped tube and matches the barrel nicely in condition. This is an extremely rare and fine rifle made by one of New York's most renowned 19th century gunsmiths. (1C9670-448) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Deluxe Special Order Off-Hand Target Rifle

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 601)

serial #13602, 38-40 Remington CF., 28" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features many special-order options including a heavier than standard barrel which is the same size as the action at breech, fancy checkered stocks, Swiss buttplate and special sights. The top of the octagonal section of the barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address and the underside of the round section ahead of forend is marked simply "38". The frame shows the six-line patent marking on left side which remains crisp and the screw slots are quite clean. The gun shows all matching numbers on frame, barrel, end grain of forend and lower tang inlet of stock. The buttplate is unnumbered but fits perfectly and appears to have been in place since day one. The rifle remains in very nice condition with no added holes or other alterations of any kind. The barrel retains about 85% evenly thinning original blue finish overall blending with a smooth brown patina where thinning. The action shows about 85% original color case-hardened finish which is brighter on the left side and with a little more blending to brown on the right, but surfaces are smooth and free of any pitting. The hammer and breechblock retain about 90% original blue finish. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and horn tipped forend show very nice figure and rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining and perhaps a light coat of added oil. The Swiss buttplate is of brass and retains 95% original nickel plated finish. The checkering shows just very light wear and there are the normal light handling marks from the years. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, blank in rear seat and Remington short-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on page 263. Special order deluxe No. 2 Remington rifles are quite scarce and this is a very fine example for the Remington collector. (1D9670-132) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Fabulous Remington Rolling Block No. 1 Long Range Creedmoor Rifle

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 601)

serial #464 8, 44-77 Remington, 34" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in spectacular condition and features all matching numbers. The barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address and is caliber marked on bottom of round section ahead of forend "44S". The action shows proper six-line patent dates which are crisp with raised metal around each letter. The barrel retains about 95% original blue with a little light oxidation staining but with nice edges and a deep rich color. The action retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite vivid with a little very light scattered oxidation staining present. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate excellent plus with virtually all of their original finish, nice raised grain feel and crisp checkering. The pistolgrip is the curved style with ebony insert. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a long-range folding Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. This rifle shows very little use, everything fits perfectly, screwheads are clean with lots of blue. An extremely handsome, high condition and investment grade Remington Long Range Creedmoor Rifle. (1D9670-90) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Virtually As-New Remington Model No. 6 Falling Block Rifle in Original Box

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 601)

serial #457160, 32 RF, 20'' round barrel with a bright excellent, perhaps even unfired, bore. This lovely rifle comes in its original factory box, with end label which matches the configuration precisely. The barrel retains about 97-98% original blue, the loss due primarily to some even fading but with extremely light muzzle wear and bit of wear near the breech end. The frame retains 98-99% original vivid color case-hardening, as-does the pivoting breech block. The hammer shows darkening color case-hardening while the trigger shows all its original gray-blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and scant forend rate excellent plus with all of their original varnish, showing a handful of very tiny or minor handling marks here and there, the circled ''Remington UMC'' trademark buttplate with nearly all its original blue showing only light wear at the heel and toe. The red two piece boxed rates a very fine, the bottom showing a couple very likes scuffs to the paper covering, with a couple of wear marks and scuffs on the interior but remains very solid. The lid is similar showing perhaps a bit more scuffing and wear along the sharp edges, but with a lovely and label printed in black ink on buff colored paper, along with a bit of antique ink pen in-writing along its left edge. The interior has the factory ''Instructions for No. 6 Remington Rifle'' label on the interior of the lid, it is mostly present with an about 3'' piece missing from the lower left corner. The underside of the box shows a pencil marking which appears to be ''gap/3.25'', no doubt the price of the rifle at some point in its history. A beautiful investment-grade No. 6 falling block which appears to have seen very little or virtually no use since leaving Ilion. (3C9670-67) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

Remington Rolling Block No. 1 Sporting Rifle

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 601)

serial #5822, 40-70, 32" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a standard rifle with a 32" barrel, they were cataloged up to 34" but the shorter barrels made up the majority of the sporting rifle production. The top of the barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address and the bottom is marked "40 70" just ahead of forend. This is a medium weight barrel which is the same size as the octagonal action. The barrel retains 97% deep, rich original blue finish overall. The action shows 97% brilliant original color case-hardened finish with clean screw slots and very crisp patent markings. The breechblock and hammer retain 98% original blue while the buttplate and forend tip show strong original color case-hardening. The rifle has a standard single trigger and standard open sporting sights. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with over 90% original finish remaining, nice raised grain feel and very few handling marks. The right side of the butt shows some minor areas of discoloration near the buttplate. These are not obtrusive and not a detractor from the otherwise very minty nature of this rifle. A crisp No. 1 Sporting rifle that would be difficult to upgrade from. (1C9670-88) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Factory Engraved Remington Smoot Revolver with Two-Tone Finish

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 601)

serial #850, 30 RF Short, 2 13/16" octagon barrel with full rib and a lightly pitted bore. This is a very handsome revolver. The gun features light to moderate coverage relief punch dot shaded scroll engraving. The cylinder is engraved with the same lovely scroll between the flutes. The sides of the barrel show a nice wavy line and dot pattern with small sections of scroll at either end. The barrel address is bordered with scroll to the rear. The revolver is finished in nickel with a gold washed cylinder. The condition is wonderful with the revolver showing 97% original nickel plated finish. The cylinder retains 97% original gold wash and the hammer and trigger show strong original color case hardened finish. The two-piece checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent with strong checkering and a little light wear on the outer ridge. This is a very fine and handsome engraved Smoot with a nice combination of light embellishment and two-tone finish; it would look nice cased. (1B9857-27) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Fine Factory Engraved Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 601)

32 Extra Short RF, 3" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol features full coverage relief floral scroll engraving on the frame with handsome geometric and floral border work along the top three flats of the barrel. The pistol shows about 95% original nickel plated finish which remains quite bright and the engraving is crisp. The hammer shows a good deal of original blue with the breechblock showing color case hardening that has faded and is blending with a smooth gray patina. The rosewood grip panels rate excellent retaining nearly all of their original finish with just a few light handling marks in the surface. A crisp little engraved Rider magazine pistol. (1B9857-19) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Engraved and Cased Remington Double Deringer

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 601)

serial #54, 41 RF Short, 3" barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very attractive Type II deringer with barrel address reading "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION. NY." in italicized letters. The engraving is relief floral scroll with punchdot shading in near full coverage. The rib between the barrels shows a wavy zigzag border down its length, this same zigzag pattern is found around the hinge screw on each side as well. The backstrap shows scroll at top and bottom connected by border engraving, leaving an area for a presentation but it remains plain. The gun retains about 50% of its original nickel plated finish overall with areas of loss showing a lovely smooth gray patina. The mother-of-pearl grips are period and rate excellent with no chips and still showing nice iridescence. The gun comes in a nice leather covered French fitted case with red felt interior. The case houses the gun nicely with a shell block holding old 41 RF short cartridges. Included in the case is an old Little John's auction tag from May 23, 1991. The case rates very good with some wear to corners of leather. A very handsome period engraved Remington Double Deringer. (1B9857-45) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Extremely Fine Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Rifle in Rare 50 Express

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 601)

serial #76176, 50 EX, 30" round No. 3 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. In addition to being in a large, rare and desirable chambering, this rifle remains in lovely original condition. The barrel retains about 97% original blue finish overall with loss due to a little even thinning and there is one small area of loss where metal has turned to a smooth brown. The action retains 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish, as do breechblock, hammer and lever. The plain walnut buttstock and forend are excellent plus with 98% original finish and nice raised grain feel. The stocks fit perfectly and show just light normal handling marks from the years. The original crescent buttplate shows 95% original color case-hardened finish which is just slightly faded but all there. Perhaps it was the combination of this steel crescent buttplate and the large caliber that caused this rifle to see so little use. The rifle is sighted with an ivory bead sporting front, express rear and folding mid-range Vernier tang. The factory records indicate the rifle left the factory as a rifle, 50 Express, round No. 3 weight 30" barrel, plain trigger, mid-range and windgauge (now ivory bead sporting) front. The rifle was received in the warehouse on October 19, 1896 and shipped the following day. A crisp and rare High Wall to fill that hole in your Winchester collection. (1E9790-38) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (6000/8000)

Winchester Model 1885 Thick Side High Wall Special Single Shot Rifle

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Small thin crack left tip forend, a few more minor along buttstock

serial #68144, 32-40, 30" No. 5 weight part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The rifle shows assembly code on left side of tang "1593 XXX SBC", the top tang inlet of stock is stamped "1593" as is the inside toe of the original Swiss buttplate. The factory records indicate that this rifle left the factory with a 30" No. 3 weight barrel in 38-55. The balance of the entry is correct with a single set trigger, checkered stock with pistolgrip, windgauge (now globe) and mid-range sights with no rear seat and a Swiss cheekpiece. The rifle shipped on July 18th 1894 and was returned and repaired on March 8, 1902 on order #131960. The barrel shows no mail order proof and neither the barrel nor action show a Winchester proof which is exactly how this rifle would be if it was factory re-barreled in March of 1902. The condition of the barrel and forend match the balance of the rifle perfectly and we feel very confident the rifle has been in this configuration since 1902. The barrel retains about 85% original blue finish with loss due to thinning and with the high edges silvering. The thick side action shows 90% plus original color case-hardened finish which has faded but shows subtle colors overall. The original single set trigger functions properly. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of highly figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish showing strong checkering and scattered light handling marks. The buttstock has had weight added under the buttplate, no doubt by Winchester when they replaced the barrel and had to balance the rifle with this heavier barrel. The rifle features a globe target front, no rear seat and tang mounted Vernier peepsight. Special single shots are among the most handsome rifles produced by Winchester and this one is no exception. A beautiful heavy target High Wall rifle that should perform well at the range while maintaining its value as a collectible antique Winchester rifle. (1D9790-61) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)

Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Military Rifle

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 601)

serial #481, 45-70, 32" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle remains in a very nice state of preservation and is in standard configuration. The barrel retains about 97% original blue finish overall with the barrel markings remaining clear and legible. The action retains about 93 - 95% original blue overall showing some striations which are a smooth brown and with some high edge wear. The frame screws show differing degrees of slot wear/damage and several holes show light scarring around their periphery. The lever and breechblock show a good deal of original color case-hardened finish which has softened slightly. The walnut buttstock and full length forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with nice honest raised grain. While these military type Borchardt rifles were produced in the largest numbers, they were also shipped abroad, converted and otherwise used hard, making examples as nice as this, quite scarce. (1C9670-572) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)

Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 601)

serial #420858, 25-35 WCF, 20'' barrel with a near excellent bore showing very minor frosting, almost not worth a mention. The barrel and tube of this 1908-manufactured carbine retain perhaps 97-98% original blue with some faint thinning at the breech and some other tiny blemishes, the bands show the typical wear to dull silver from the years. The action retains near 95% original blue with thinning to gunmetal along the edges and high points with faint freckles, the blue remains very strong on the flats and along the top tang. There are the expected light blemishes and a tiny rub from the ring, and the lever and buttplate have toned to dull silver, but there are copious amounts of strong blue found throughout; we should all look this good at 112 years old. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend are very good as lightly-cleaned with the typical signs of handling, they are both structurally-sound with a nice tight fit, and wood still proud of the metal along the bottom tang and receiver. The carbine is equipped with a graduated ladder rear sight and a blade with bead front sight. A great old small bore Winchester with tons of original metal finish and a perfectly serviceable bore. (22C9721-5) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Winchester Model 1895 Special Order Short Rifle

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 601)

serial #26603, 30 U.S., 22" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features a special order shorter-than-standard barrel along with a smooth steel shotgun buttplate. This rifle is in very nice condition with the barrel retaining about 95% original blue finish with just a little light muzzle wear. The action retains about 97% original blue with just high edge wear and on the right side the top part of action shows some very light vertical marks in the finish. This may have been from oxidation forming in a case and leaving this pattern behind; this is not a major detraction from this lovely rifle. The box magazine retains about 95% original finish with loss due to friction from working the action. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent retaining about 95% original finish overall with a little dark staining along the steel buttplate. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows a mix of gray brown patina with some original blue visible. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman beaded blade front, blank in rear seat and a Lyman 21 receiver sight is present. Factory records confirm the configuration of the rifle showing it as: Rifle, 30 caliber, 22" barrel, Lyman front and flattop rear, shotgun butt, received in the warehouse on May 28, 1900, it was removed from the warehouse at some point as it lists "Back in warehouse June 26, 1900" and shipped that same day. A very fine special order 1895 rifle. (1C9808-20) {C&R} (2500/4500)

Stunning Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Rifle

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 601)

Description Update 11/19/2020: All assembly numbers are properly matching

serial #70501, 45-70, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and an excellent bore. This rifle features perhaps the most brilliant original color case-hardened action that we have ever sold. The rifle is marked with assembly code on side of tang "445 XX" with matching "405" in top tang inlet of stock and on inside toe of buttplate. The barrel and magazine show evidence of poor storage with some areas of old oxidation and some patches of pitting, mostly beyond the forend. The barrel retains about 95% original blue finish overall with some patches of old light oxidation staining and with a nickel size patch of moderate pitting near the magazine hanger with a couple other scattered patches as well. The magazine tube is a medium brown also showing patches of oxidation and pitting. The condition of the balance of the rifle is truly spectacular. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish with just a little fading on the belly, the sides are extremely rich. The bolt retains 95% original finish with one area of loss which also has a patch of light pitting, the loading gate retains 99% original blue. The hammer and lever show strong original color case-hardening. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend show beautiful figure and retain 95% original finish with sharp, clean checkering. The toeline of the stock is equipped with a factory sling base, oddly there is no corresponding forward stud or evidence where one ever was. The steel crescent buttplate shows nice faded color overall. The rifle is equipped with its original sporting sights. Factory records list the gun as a Rifle, 45/70, octagon, plain trigger, checkered stock, sling and swivels. The gun was received in the warehouse on October 21, 1892 and shipped the next day. This is an extremely handsome Winchester rifle with breathtaking case color. (1D9693-10) {ANTIQUE} (12,000/18,000)

U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol by Simeon North

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 601)

.54 caliber, 9 1/16" barrel with a very good bore. This pistol shows the early style lock markings with larger die stamps and the "CON" abbreviation for Connecticut. The lower left part of the lock marking is light but the balance of the markings including the eagle, are very nicely struck. The barrel shows proper "P / US" marking along with the inspector's initial "J" to the right of the tang near the pan. This is a high condition martial pistol. The barrel, backstrap, triggerguard, sideplate and barrel band all show 75% original brown finish which is thinning evenly and remains smooth and with just a lovely appearance. The lock is a rich deep brown patina and again is very smooth with nice markings and edges. The walnut stock remains in very nice condition with a good deal of original finish with perhaps some added light oil at some point. The edges remain well-defined and the stock flat shows "V" as well as an unbordered cartouche with the last initial being a large "N". The pistol is in original flint and shows just a little very light pitting at touchhole. A tapered plain hickory ramrod is present. This is an extremely fine example of these pistols which were produced between 1817 and 1820. A super 1816 pistol that has survived 200 years in this wonderful state of preservation. (1C9833-55) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

U.S. Model 1819 Flintlock Pistol by Simeon North

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 601)

.54 caliber, 10" round barrel with a very good lightly pitted smooth bore. This is a very nice example of these handsome pistols which hold the distinction of being the first U.S. Martial pistols to be equipped with a captive swivel rammer. The lock shows proper markings and is dated "1821" to rear of hammer beneath the sliding bolt safety. The barrel bears proper markings "P / U.S." beneath inspectors initials "JDJ". All markings in metal including the eagle on the lockplate remain clear and legible and metal is smooth and generally free of any pitting. The metal surfaces show a pleasing mellow gray patina overall. The walnut stock rates very good with well-defined edges and just the normal light handling marks one would expect to see on a 200 year old military pistol. There are no visible inspector's marks in the wood however the surface of the stock appears original. The gun remains in its unaltered flintlock form with all lock components being original and the touchhole undisturbed. A fine example of these handsome martial pistols made by the patriarch of U.S. pistol makers. (1B9833-56) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. Model 1819 Flintlock Pistol by Simeon North

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 601)

.54 caliber, 10" barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel is marked "D / P / US" at breech and shows a casting pit on the top of the barrel in the breech area. The lock is properly marked and dated 1822 to rear of cock. The lock markings remain very crisp while the barrel marks are slightly softened. All lock components are original, the touchhole and bore are undisturbed and this pistol is in its original flintlock configuration. The barrel shows a rich brown patina overall with a little scattered light salt & pepper pitting. The lock remains mostly smooth with light pitting on top surfaces in the area of the touchhole and shows a pleasing even brown patina overall. The walnut stock rates about very good with well-defined edges and strong outline of the original inspector's cartouche. There are some small grain cracks mostly in the typical places from the rear lock screw to breech, and a small one on the left side of the tang. These are sound, never repaired and very minor in nature. The stock was lightly refinished long ago and shows honest wear and light flash erosion to rear of pan. The iron furniture all shows a lovely even brown patina. The sliding bolt on rear of lock functions properly and the captive swivel ramrod is present. This is a very nice example of these handsome U.S. martial pistols made by this prolific maker who held government contracts for over 50 years and was the first contractor to produce pistols with entirely interchangeable parts. (1C9833-76) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. Model 1836 Percussion Pistol by Johnson

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 601)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely fine pistol. The lock shows proper markings and is dated 1842 while the barrel is properly inspected "U.S. / JH / P". The barrel and other brightly finished parts show lovely original polish and are a smooth silver-gray patina. The lock shows 95% muted original color case hardened finish, the brass pan shows a nice rich patina and the trigger and fizzen spring show 95% original blue. The one-piece walnut stock rates excellent plus with crisp cartouches and clean, well-defined edges. There is one small chip at the front of the lockplate and the stock shows nearly all of its original finish. A near mint example of the 1836 martial pistol, very likely unfired. (1C9670-177) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/4000)

Wonderful Silver and Gold Mounted New York Percussion Sporting Rifle by Medbery of Rochester

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 601)

38 caliber, 30" round barrel with graceful raised flats at breech and a bright excellent bore. This rifle is beautifully engraved on lock with scroll, sunbursts and nice border work. The barrel breech and tang show this same lovely engraving and the top flat section of the barrel is engraved in fancy script "J. Medbery Rochester". The three raised ribs on the barrel are on the top and sides, the top flat extends to the end of the forend and has fancy scroll engraving at the termination point, the side flat extends half this distance. The rifle has silver furniture which is all nicely engraved including the triggerguard, buttplate, toeplate, and even the sides of the forend cap are engraved with sunbursts. The triggerguard terminates in a fancy pineapple finial to the front, the toeplate with a very similar motif. In addition to the silver mounts, there are some gold accents as well. The stock flat opposite the lock shows a round gold inlay which is engraved with opposing interlocked triangles with a flower blossom at the center. The wedge escutcheons are also of gold as are a pair of six pointed stars which appear on the left and right cheek rests and a small wrist plate. The lock is affixed by a single screw through the lock and into the breech plug. The hammer is broken with the top half missing, this likely accounting for the superb condition of the rifle. The barrel retains about 90% original brown finish overall with subtle damascus pattern visible its entire length. There are a couple patches of light oxidation and pitting near the muzzle and a little scattered light oxidation staining. The lock, breech and tang show nearly all of their original color case-hardened finish which has mottled slightly over time but has a lovely appearance. The stock is of highly figured American black walnut and is made with both left and right handed cheekpieces each with the previously mentioned gold star inlay. The wrist is finely checkered and the toeline of stock is stamped "A.C. BURSIEL" neatly with a one-piece stamp. The condition of the stock is excellent with 97% original finish remaining and with sharp edges, crisp checkering and perfect fit. The rifle is sighted with a simple stud front, open rear and small folding tang mounted windage adjustable peepsight. The top ramrod thimble is missing however, the lower thimble is present, so a talented gunsmith could fashion an exact replacement quite easily. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 1115, the book states that Bursiel was an "old-time mayor of Rochester" although we have been unable to confirm that. The rifle is outstanding, clearly Medbery put a lot of effort and pride into building it. A top shelf New York made percussion rifle. (1G9670-28) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Superb Percussion Double Fowler by John Mullin of New York

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Small scuff on top left barrel near muzzle

12 bore, 29" barrels with bright excellent bores. This double is a standard grade, unembellished and remains in virtually brand-new condition. Each lockplate is engraved "JOHN MULLIN", the top rib of barrel is marked "JOHN MULLIN NEW YORK". The barrels show Birmingham proofs on their undersides and retain 97% original brown with vivid damascus pattern their entire length. The locks, barrel breeches and tang retain 95% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite vivid. The triggerguard and buttplate also show lots of original color case-hardened finish which is just fading slightly. The checkered straight grip walnut stock shows some figure and rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with very crisp checkering. There is one small chip in the edge of the forend on the left side and a ding in the right center of butt. The original rosewood ramrod is present beneath barrel and all screw heads are properly indexed and untouched. John Mullin is thought to have been the uncle of Patrick Mullin, another New York maker who made similar guns. He advertised that he built guns of equal quality as the imports, looking at this gun, he was speaking of British guns and this gun is a testament to that claim. Wood to metal fit is superb. A near mint, plain Jane 19th century New York double fowler. (1E9670-168) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Very Fine New York State Percussion Double Rifle by Smith

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 601)

.42 cal, 32'' round barrels showing bright near excellent bores which show only a few sparsely scattered spots of light oxidation or perhaps a spot or two of light pitting. The barrels remain wonderful retaining nearly all of their original plum brown finish showing only some light rub wear or handling marks from the years, with the oddly scattered spots of oxidation interspersed here or there. The original shallow dovetail front sight has been replaced with a simple brass blade, there is a silver inlaid gradient scale ahead of the dovetail, likely which once held a ''pointer front'' front sight, the rear is a semi-buckhorn with shallow v-notch and the rib is engraved in fancy script ''F Smith''. The fancy swirled bolsters show some remnants of case-hardening with a light spray of open foliate scroll on the rib, the long tang similarly embellished with a vacant hole for a no-longer-present tang sight. Both lockplates and hammers are a very pleasing smooth tarnished pewter patina and feature light filigree borderline engraving with very simple open scroll front and rear, game birds left and right and ''Smith'' engraved in fancy open script. The hammers show the lightest foliate engraving with dolphin's heads at their noses, the cap deflection skirts neatly relieved by the maker for their entire front half, the rear half acting as skirts deflecting the caps from the shooters eye. The tailpipe is lightly engraved German silver and the dovetail front extension and bow of the single spur guard show some very light scroll as well. This continues on the toeplate, the grip flourish and the tang of the crescent butt. The rifle is stocked in American black walnut, the stock rating excellent with much original varnish and only light handling marks and dings from field use. It features a nice pendulum-style right side patchbox with very light engraving and an eagle on the lid, the left side with an interesting German silver inlay of an eagle, and what is likely a lion, peeking out from behind the federal shield, this atop the square-bottom cheekpiece. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers which seem to function well, the locks are single-acting and will not cock if the trigger is not ''set''. If the trigger is set and both hammers are set to half cock, then set to full cock, when the trigger is tripped both will fire simultaneously. Other than these peculiarities, the locks seem to function well mechanically and what is likely a later replacement ramrod is included. Frederick Smith of Springport New York, in the area around Auburn, was active roughly 1852 perhaps around 1880. He was known as a very fine workman and this rifle is quality-made throughout and is constructed identically to other examples identified to, and known to be had have been made by him. A top-shelf New York State double rifle. (3B9670-83) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Stunning Exhibition Quality Early Remington Rolling Block No. 1 Sporting Rifle

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 601)

.43 Spanish, 30" part round part octagon barrel with a bright minty bore. This is a very interesting and extremely fine Remington Rolling Block rifle that appears to be unfired. The rifle has unique features including a steel cleaning rod mounted beneath barrel and an unusual frame with scallops to front and rear. The only markings on the rifle appear on the top tang "REMINGTON'S ILION, N.Y. U.S.A. / PAT. MAY 3d NOV 15th 1864 APRIL 17th 1868". The barrel shows London proofs and has a wonderful knurled ring at the transition from octagon to round. The elegantly shaped action is engraved in lovely relief intertwining scroll with beautifully executed and varying borders. The right side of the frame shows a coat of arms that is yet to be identified but depicts standing winged and hoofed animals at either side of a heraldic crest which shows tridents within the crest and crossed above the crest. The engraving is in full coverage including the breechblock, hammer, buttplate tang, forend tip and the barrel, both at breech section and at muzzle. The barrel engraving is on the octagon section and features borders with loose scroll which is tastefully executed. The cleaning rod fits snugly in a full-length channel neatly soldered to the bottom of the barrel with two thimbles holding the rod. The rod threads into a stud in the front of the action and features a slotted jag style tip. The condition of the rifle is superb with 99% original blue remaining on the barrel. The action retains 99% original color case-hardened finish with very crisp engraving. The face of the breechblock still shows vivid color with no evidence of firing a cartridge. The rifle is equipped with a factory adjustable single set trigger which is slightly gummy but seems to function properly. The walnut stock and forend are beautifully figured and retain 99% of their original finish overall. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman hunting front and Remington combination rear sight. This rifle is featured in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 120 & 121 where it is heavily illustrated and described. Marcot seems uncertain, as are we, as to whether this is rifle was finished here or in Europe. The rifle wears American black walnut stocks, factory sights and trigger, yet the barrel treatment at the transition is highly unusual for a Remington. There are no assembly numbers on any of the stocks or tangs, the barrel is completely unnumbered and unmarked. The question is, was this finished in this style by Remington or was it embellished and finished in Europe. The lack of assembly numbers indicates it is a special rifle that was being worked on individually. The frame is specially shaped and the stocks are American. Remington employed and contracted with some of the very finest engravers of the 19th century, many of whom were immigrants who mastered their craft in Europe. One thing is certain, this is an extremely fine, highly embellished Remington Rolling Block made for an important person or event. A stellar Remington Rolling Block rifle worthy of the finest Remington Collection. (1G9790-66) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (10,000/20,000)

Percussion Halfstock Sporting And Target Rifle Two Barrel Set by Nathaniel Whitmore

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 601)

.36 cal, 25 1/2'' part octagon part round barrel with a bright excellent bore, with original false muzzle and brass starter and .46 cal 23 1/2'' part octagon part round barrel with a bright excellent smooth bore. Really a very fine rifle, as we have come to expect from Whitmore. The longer target and sporting barrel retains a fading original plum and blue-brown for most of its length, the faded or flaked spots now a pewter gray beneath the finish, the case-hardened breech showing much original color and light engraving. Sighted with a globe front sight with diminutive lollipop insert, fire-blued flat-top u-notch sporting rear with step elevator and a lollipop-style fire blued tang sight, the left diagonal flat is marked ''N Whitmore/Cast Steel''. There is a nice turned medial at the point of transition with an additional smaller grooved band and the under rib shows some sparsely scattered light pitting which is unobtrusive. The second barrel shows 98% excellent quality restored plum brown with some light open loose engraving surrounding the simple bead style front sight with a bit more near the single engraved medial at the point of transition, and a bit more at the case-hardened engraved hooked breech. The top flat shows two extremely professionally-filled dovetails with two small filled holes near the breech, all four very neatly camouflaged, and is marked ''N Whitmore'' with a bit of light engraving on the nipple bolster. The back action lock and hammer retain some nice smoky color case-hardening with open flowing foliate scroll and vertical line background accented shading, the same treatment on the full-length long upper tang. The rifle features German silver hardware with a sparsely engraved nosecap, tailpipe, square-bottom single spur triggerguard with the same wide open scroll, repeated on the toeplate, and tang of the crescent buttplate. The triggerplate shows strong pale fire blue in the protected areas, flaked in the front extension ahead of the guard, with a bit of nice engraving there as well. The arm is stocked in American black walnut, the stock proper rating excellent with some nice crackling finish and only light handling marks from the years, with a small repaired crack at the left front of nosecap. It features a nice pendulum-shaped German silver patchbox with open loose scroll and similar engraving on the oval German silver inlay on the rounded left side cheekpiece. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the rifle has a single set trigger which operates properly (currently the spring is too weak to drop the hammer but the set feature works properly). The rifle comes cased in what is possibly its original walnut case with faded pinkish baize lining. On the interior is an appropriate brass single cavity bullet mould, a bullet swage, couple of small tools, a patch cutter and a nice nipple wrench that also has two turnscrew inserts which fit into the hollow handle (the lid of the handle is a later replacement as well). Also included are an assortment of cast projectiles, they are 36 caliber picket-style bullets which appear to have come from the included mould and are likely unswaged; two ramrods are included, one appears to be original, the other a later replacement. It is likely that the shorter smoothbore barrel was in the midst of restoration, no doubt the consignor was likely going to have that barrel relined to the same caliber as the longer target-length barrel, it likely having been the ''field'' barrel for this rifle back in the day. A very handsome Nathaniel Whitmore two-barrel rifle with some nice correct accessories. (3C9670-5) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Excellent U.S. Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol by Remington

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 601)

serial #4171, 50 CF, 8" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely pistol retains about 96% original blue showing some sparsely scattered light freckling, minor silvering at the muzzle and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 98% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing some scattered very fine mild freckling and perhaps some faint muting along the tangs. The hammer, breechblock and pin retainer remain bright showing just a hint of mild brown freckling along the top of the hammer and breechblock spur, while the small parts retain almost all of their brilliant fire blue and straw finishes. The Remington's Ilion address and patent dates along the left side frame remain crisp and clear, the left side also with proper "P" and "S" proof marks. The smooth walnut grip and forend remain in excellent condition retaining most of their arsenal oil finish and showing just a few tiny dings or light handling marks. The grip is stamp-numbered matching the frame and retains a wonderful crisp "CRS" inspector cartouche on the left side. The action may require a little attention as the breechblock does not quite retract all of the way, perhaps requiring a thorough cleaning, and the hammer otherwise functions crisply. This is a lovely Army pistol for the advanced Remington or U.S. martial collection. (13C9670-182) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Lovely Factory Engraved New York Contract Remington Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 601)

50-70, 36" round barrel with a very good bore that shows one area of pitting This rifle features beautiful full coverage relief floral scroll engraving on the action with intertwining scrolls, crosshatching and flower blossoms. There is a large sunburst on the ring of the action and sections of scroll on the top of the barrel at breech, rear sight, between top two bands, above top band and there is a sunburst around the front sight. The engraving also appears on the buttplate tang, hammer, breechblock and barrel bands. The rifle was finished in full nickel with about 15% original nickel on the barrel with the balance showing an even medium gray brown patina. The action shows perhaps 90% original nickel plated finish which has just dulled slightly and has a wonderful appearance. The buttplate is similar to the barrel in condition. The plain walnut stocks rate about very good with 75% original finish remaining and numerous handling marks, scratches and dings. This is a very handsome and rare factory engraved New York State Contract Rolling Block Rifle. (1F9670-350) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Very Fine & Scarce Remington Model 1891 Rolling Block Target Pistol with External Serial Number

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 601)

serial #11730, 22 RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few sparsely scattered tiny pinprick pits and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this pistol retains about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to a few scattered small areas of pinprick pitting and some light dings, more noticeable along the left side, along with some other more minor handling marks and faint toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The rear sight shows some light pinprick pitting and has toned to a dark blue-gray patina while the front sight base retains about 90% original bright fire blue. The action retains about 90% vibrant case-hardened colors muting to a pleasant silvery pewter patina along the tangs and high edges, along with some sparsely scattered areas of fine pinprick pits and mild brown freckling, mostly along the left side. The hammer and breechblock retain about 98% original bright blue showing a little mild edge and operational wear while the remaining small parts show strong fire blue and straw finishes with mild overall silvering. The forward frame screw head shows a little slot wear and has been very lightly dressed but this is unobtrusive. The E. Remington & Sons barrel address and seven patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear and the serial number is stamped externally on the lower tang. The smooth walnut grip and forend are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish having darkened from the years along with some mild edge wear and some scattered light handling marks. The barrel is matching the frame and the pistol is equipped with the proper German silver blade front sight and semi-buckhorn target rear. The half cock notch is worn but the action seems to function well mechanically at full cock. In Remington Rolling Block Pistols by Landskron, only three pistols were surveyed at the time of publishing with an external serial number (11724, 11725 and 11728). The author speculates that these examples were made prior to releasing the standard commercial model and thus represent prototypes of the 1891. An interesting variant for the astute Remington collector. (13C9670-466) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Factory Engraved Remington New Model Police Cartridge-Converted Revolver

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 601)

serial #6852, 22 RF, 3 1/2" octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This revolver has been very nicely converted to 22, the barrel and chambers having been very neatly sleeved, the hammer nose modified with an extended firing pin and a new front sight fitted. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel finish showing some overall light edge wear and mild flaking that is blending nicely with pewter gunmetal patina along with a few errant minor pinprick pits and some small dings along the sides of the barrel. The triggerguard retains about 50% silver finish flaking to a pleasant mild ocher patina and taking on a nice tarnish. The arm is factory embellished in nearly 90% coverage with very fine detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading along the sides and bow of the triggerguard, a large floral motif on the back side on either side of the hammer, five large starburst motifs along the cylinder and two smaller starbursts on front lower edge of the frame. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition showing generous flakes of original varnish, a few mild handling marks and the right panel with a very thin small repaired sliver at the heel. The grips are stamp-numbered matching the frame by assembly-number and also matching with pencil-numbered serial number. All other numbered parts are matching by either assembly or serial number. The action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A very handsome New Model Police with some wonderful factory engraving. (13C9857-23) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

British Silver Mounted Center Hammer Queen Anne Flintlock Pistol by Thomas Richards

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 601)

.60 cal, 4 1/2'' cannon-belled barrel with a bright very fine smooth bore which shows a couple scattered spots of very light oxidation or light pinprick pitting. The metal surfaces are an overall pleasing pewter-gunmetal gray patina with some spotty brown oxidation staining here and there and a number of small impact marks around the junction of the barrel and the frame. The right side of the frame shows light open flowing scroll of very good quality with ''T Richards'' in riband, the left side with a martial panoply neatly engraved. Underside of the frame shows British proofs with the makers touch mark ''TR'' and there is light engraving at the rear of the actions tang and a small sunburst on the bow of the triggerguard. The bag shaped English walnut grip rates very fine to excellent with a very nice silver grotesque mask butt. It is toning to a nice soft pewter patina with all of the edges and details still remaining sharp. The grip has nice silver wire inlay atop the wrist in open scroll and fleur-de-lis patterns with the side flats neatly outlined in the same silver wire. Likely once part of a pair, the underside of the barrel and frame are each numbered ''1'' and the action seems to function well mechanically with a robust hammer spring. Thomas Richards was active roughly 1747-1784 and made high-quality pistols under the Royal warrant. Interestingly a brace of pistols marked ''T Richards London'' were captured by Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga from Capt. Delaplace, commander of the fort. (3B9654-12) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Fine British Silver Mounted Flintlock Officer's Pistol by Griffin & Tow

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 601)

.60 caliber, 8" part round part octagon barrel with a very good, lightly pitted bore. This is a lovely pistol. The barrel features a subtle swamped muzzle, platinum lined touchhole, beautifully turned rings at transition to round and shows London proofs. The lockplate shows a very finely engraved border on the center portion and is marked "GRIFFIN / & TOW". The lock features a sliding safety, gooseneck cock and bridled frizzen. The silver mounts include a fancy pierced and relief engraved sideplate, butt cap with long delicate lobes which are engraved and finely tapered. The butt shows a great grotesque mask with relief shell motifs around its circumference. The triggerguard features a fancy pedestal-shaped finial and is hallmarked indicating London manufacture in 1772 with Lion Passant as well as fourth hallmark "H-I". Additional silver furniture includes a fancy relief engraved monogram plate on top of wrist along with tailpipe and single ramrod thimble. The condition is quite nice with the barrel retaining a pleasing gray brown patina overall with metal remaining smooth and with crisp clear proofmarks. The lock is similar in color and is also quite smooth with markings remaining clear and legible. The walnut stock shows lovely relief carving around the tang with shell motif along with raised tear drops behind lock and opposing stock flat. The stock shows repairs to slivers missing on either side of forend, these are old and could likely be made to look better if someone was bothered by them. The condition of the stock otherwise is excellent with lots of original finish remaining and with a nice honest surface. A bone tipped ramrod is present beneath barrel, it is likely an older replacement. A lovely 18th century silver mounted British officer's pistol. (1E9833-59) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

British Pattern 1756/81 Flintlock Land Service Pistol

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 601)

.57 caliber, 12" pin fastened barrel with a very good bore. This pistol is in very fine condition. The lock with rounded surface features a gooseneck cock with bridled frizzen and is marked with crown over "GR" ahead of cock and "TOWER" in vertical arch to rear of cock. The barrel shows two ordnance marks on top of barrel and another mark just above the frizzen screw. The stock shows early style furniture with large convex sideplate with tail to rear, large escutcheon plate on top of wrist, ridged buttcap with long lobes, triggerguard with hazelnut finial to front, single ramrod ferrule with large tailpipe. The iron surfaces are an even gray patina with scattered light pitting on lock and more scattered and a bit heavier on the barrel. The lock markings are light but mostly legible, the barrel proofs are well struck. The walnut stock rates very good with a nice surface that shows perhaps a little added light oil. Stock edges remain well defined, the rear of the left flat shows what appears to be initials "IK". The stock shows a sound crack on bottom at front of lock along with other handling dings and small chips and a couple other minor sound cracks along the forestock. There does not appear to be any replaced wood and the stock overall is very solid with a pleasing honest appearance. All brass shows a nice mellow patina and a brass tipped hickory ramrod is present. A very nice example of these large flintlock pistols which enjoyed a long and storied service period. (1C9833-61) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Fine Pair of British Pattern 1756/77 Flintlock Sea Service Pistols

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 601)

.57 caliber, 12" pin fastened barrels with very good bores. These pistols are in very fine condition. Both barrel show two deeply struck ordnance proofs and the locks are marked "TOWER" in vertical arch to rear of cocks and show the "(crown) / GR" ahead of cock. One lock shows a "(crown) / V" proof while the other shows a "(crown) / 2". The pistols are each equipped with their original steel belt hooks and the brass furniture includes flat sideplates with tails to the rear, brass butts with short lobes, triggerguards with stylized finials, single ramrod thimbles with no tailpipes. The iron surfaces show an even gray patina overall, likely lightly cleaned long ago but with very nice smooth surfaces. All markings in metal remain clear and fully legible. The locks feature reinforced cocks with bridled frizzens. The stocks show crown and broad arrow marks along with the initials "HJ" stamped into the rear stock flat on one of the pistols. The stocks show nice edges but also numerous light handling marks and the forestocks show areas where there is a pattern lightly impressed into the wood, similar to a vise mark but we aren't certain if that is what they are. The guns are in original flint and show very little use with very clean toucholes. Pistols match perfectly in condition and have clearly been together since the beginning. Both guns retain their original brass tipped wooden ramrods. A very fine unaltered pair of 18th Century British Sea Service pistols, far better than normally encountered. (1D9833-63) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

Ernie Lind's ''Worlds Most Highly Embellished Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum Hand Ejector Revolver''

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 601)

serial #S84079, .357 Magnum, 8 3/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an exceptionally embellished and exceedingly stunning revolver, with what is perhaps the nicest pair of Alvin White carved grips we have encountered. Miraculously this museum grade piece of art was actually used in exhibition shooting by the famed ''Shooting Linds'' Ernie and Dot Lind, trick and exhibition shooters for the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, Western Cartridge Company, MGM Motion Pictures and the United States Army to name a few. The revolver retains all of its post-engraving nickel finish and is treated with full coverage tight flowing scroll engraving with the finest vertical line background accenting, with exceptional quality game scene vignettes gracing the frame. The right side of the arm shows a pair of fighting bull elk, a buck whitetail deer and bighorn sheep, while the left shows a charging bear, a scowling bobcat and a pronghorn antelope with a large bull moose head on the face of the frame at the crane pivot. There is crosshatch and geometric engraving on the butt, underside of the ejector rod shroud and the sides of the factory checkered barrel rib, with open flowing scroll on the sight ramp. Both hammer and trigger retain virtually all of their original vibrant color case-hardening with just a bit of light, light wear. The revolver wears a pair of carved genuine ivory grips with a silver S&W medallions, unmistakably the work of Alvin White with his lower grip-filling forward flare, which fills the frame void directly to the rear of the triggerguard. The left side shows open flowing scroll with floral embellishment around the grip screw, the right side with a standing bull elk amidst a Rocky Mountain backdrop, each with nice brown-toned ink staining accenting the background; the work is unmistakably Alvin Whites and is identical to signed examples, even the grip screw is lightly engraved. The revolver is sighted with a white outline rear sight and Patridge style orange front blade, and is actually a twin to a pre-model 27 auctioned in 2012, also engraved by Boch, that example with simple carved walnut grips by White. Included with the arm is a copy of The Complete Book of Trick and Fancy Shooting © 1972 Ernie Lind, in-which is a picture of Dot Lind shooting the gun, upside down and backwards with the aid of a mirror. The actual original black and white glossy of that photo is included, under magnification one can see this is indeed the exact gun that Mrs. Lind is shooting in the picture. Also included is one of Ernie Lind's promotional pamphlets from ''Gunthunder Hill'' (their home in West Swanzey, New Hampshire) showing a picture of Lind himself on the cover along with additional images on the inside, including pictures of his ''bullet art'', with a promotional narrative on the rear. An additional photograph is included showing the gun among a number of other similarly engraved and embellished Lind firearms, many of which are included in the book, and there is a large 8x10 black and white of Mrs. Lind with the revolver also, dated March 1957. Interestingly the sister revolver sold in 2012 was described as ''One of the Most Highly Engraved Smith & Wessons in the World!'', this example certainly on par with, and in this writers opinion more embellished than, that example, even the ''panels'' beneath the grips showing scroll engraving which lacked on the previous example, thusly if one ever installed ''service style'' grips on this arm it would still be full coverage engraved. Factory records will confirm shipment in August 1951 to distributor Jurek Brothers of Greenfield Mass. for shooter Ernie Lind. Rarely does a revolver this exceptional come up for public auction, to have it be part of the former collection of these famous trick and exhibition shooters places the gun in another genre entirely, making it all the more desirable. Outwardly the arm appears as-new, as it came from Waffen Boch of Frankfurt Germany after this master-level full coverage engraving was completed, one would never guess that it was used by Dot and Ernie Lind in their many feats of exhibition and trick shooting. Exhibition grade, investment-grade, worthy of the finest collection of Smith & Wesson arms. (39777-1) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Civilian Revolver

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 601)

serial #7609, 45 S&W Schofield, 7" round barrel with a near excellent bright bore. Commercial Schofields are much scarcer than the U.S. purchased revolvers. This revolver was shipped in its current configuration from Smith & Wesson to M.W. Robinson in New York City on March 7, 1877. The revolver shows all proper markings and retains about 15% of its original blue finish mostly on the sides of the frame in the area of the recoil shield. The balance of the metal surfaces show an even gray brown patina with some very light abrasions on the right side of the frame from hand cleaning. The two-piece walnut grips rate very good with about half of their original finish and light handling marks. There are a couple very small chips from the outer periphery of the butt. The grips fit beautifully and this revolver has never been enhanced in any way. Screw heads remain clean and this is a very honest example of these scarce commercial revolvers of-which only 650 were sold. The accompanying 1998 dated factory letter is addressed to noted late Smith & Wesson Collector Gary Garbrecht, who owned some of the very finest Schofields in existence. A nice honest Schofield. (1B9898-49) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Single Action Army Civilian Model Revolver

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 601)

serial #24593, 45 LC, 7 1/2" round barrel with a very good bore. This is a very nice 1876 production civilian Single Action. The revolver shows all matching numbers on barrel, frame, cylinder, triggerguard and backstrap. The barrel shows the proper block letter address for this serial range and the frame shows the proper two-line patent date. The metal surfaces of revolver show a lovely rich, undisturbed brown patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. The revolver shows the correct doughnut shaped ejector rod head and the cylinder pin retaining screw shows considerable wear from the years. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good plus, very much commensurate with the balance of the revolver showing wear to lower edge with some small old worn over chips to toe and heel. The revolver cycles crisply and locks up tight. The gun comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing it as part of a 50 gun shipment to Schuyler, Hartley & Graham in New York on October 7, 1876. This revolver has lovely surfaces and is just a great example of an honestly used antique revolver in as-found condition. (1B9898-22) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Excellent Smith & Wesson 357 Magnum Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 601)

serial #S103494, 357 Magnum, 3 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This magnificent Pre-Model 27 five-screw revolver appears as-new-in-the-box and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue finish with a scant wear mark on the left side of frame and very tiny ding on the forward right side of the frame. The service trigger and hammer have beautiful case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent a few handling marks on the left panel. As you would expect on such a well-cared-for piece, all appropriate parts and the grips are correctly numbered to the gun and it appears unfired. The firing pin bushing, recoil shield and cylinder face show none of the tell-tale signs of use other than the factory test fire. This gun includes the original gold two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. The box features the instructions printed on the inside of the cover and serial number grease penciled on the bottom. The box rates excellent showing minor handling wear and few light creases on the sides. The interior of the box has a simple 1 1/16" thick wood spacer used as a filler in the box on shorter barreled guns. This is a great find for the collector. (8B9880-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Smith & Wesson K-22 Outdoorsman Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 601)

serial #634279, 22 LR, 6" barrel with an excellent bore. This is a lovely 1st Model that was produced very early in the series and remains in superb condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue finish, most of the loss due to sparse toning at the muzzle with a few interspersed handling marks and a very small scratch on the barrel. The service trigger and patent marked hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut grips are in wonderful condition and look as fresh as the day they left Springfield. They feature a silver S&W medallion and are numbered to the gun. The numbered parts on this fine gun are correct and it still times and locks up beautifully. This gun features a pre-micrometer adjustable rear sight and Call flat gold bead front sight. A handsome Outdoorsman in fine collectible condition. (8A9722-6) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Smith & Wesson K-22 Combat Masterpiece Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 601)

serial #K135536, 22 LR, 4" barrel with an excellent bore. A magnificent little Combat Masterpiece that appears to have seen little if any use in the last sixty-nine years. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue finish with just a hint of a turn ring starting to form. The service trigger and hammer retain excellent case-hardened colors showing a rich blend of blues, purples and straw. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips with silver S&W medallions look as new and are numbered to the gun. The gun features a Baughman ramp front sight and micro adjustable rear sight. The numbered parts are correct to the gun and as you would expect, it still times and locks up as good as the day it left the factory. This gun includes the original gold two-piece factory box that remains in excellent condition with a few storage marks. As was common, Smith & Wesson repurposed their K-22 Masterpiece box, one end has the original Masterpiece printed label but the other has the correct added printed label for the Combat Masterpiece with the grease penciled number on the bottom. Because the K-22 Combat Masterpiece were such handy guns, most were well-used and you seldom see them in such fine collectible condition. (8A9769-49) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Fine American Percussion Pistol by Rogers of Philadelphia

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 601)

.38 caliber, 10" octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This very nice pistol which remains in a superb state of preservation. The lock is "A.W. SPIES / WARRANTED" and shows endearing rudimentary scroll engraving. The top of the barrel is marked simply "ROGERS" with border engraving at breech and with nicely engraved tang. The fit of the barrel at the locking tang is recessed slightly on the top three flats with the sides being flush, this seems a bit unusual but considering the fit of the drum to the lock and of the barrel to the stock, there is no doubt the barrel is original to the pistol. As previously stated the gun has lots of condition, the barrel retains 95% original brown finish overall with strong and beautiful damascus pattern visible its entire length. The lock is an even gray patina remaining completely smooth and free of pitting with markings and engraving crisp. The lock is affixed by a screw through the lockplate and into the breech plug. The stock is of walnut with horn forend tip and checkered grip with rounded butt. The furniture is of German silver and includes an engraved triggerguard with stylized pineapple finial, rectangular wedge escutcheons with faceted corners, a rectangular monogram plate on top of wrist, a rectangular monogram plate with concave corners on stock flat and an engraved tailpipe. The stock remains in wonderful condition with sharp checkering and 95% original finish. A brass tipped ebony ramrod is mounted beneath barrel and remains in excellent condition and appears original in all respects. The pistol is sighted with a German silver blade front and open rear mounted in shallow dovetail in top flat of barrel. There were several Rogers working in America at the time, at least two or three of them were in Philadelphia and based on the style of this gun, we attribute it to one of them. This is a fine, all original 19th century American percussion pistol. (1C9670-501) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/2000)

Wonderful Deluxe American Flintlock Pistol by J.M. Caswell of Lansingburgh, New York

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 601)

.45 caliber, 8 3/4" gently tapered octagon barrel with a very good plus bore. This is a very fine quality pistol with many endearing features. The barrel is double gold banded at breech and is marked on top flat "J. M. CASWELL / LANSINGBURGH"; the last few letters of the latter trail off. The barrel tang has a simple rear sight at the junction with the barrel and is engraved in light relief scroll. The lock features a waterproof pan, gooseneck cock and roller frizzen with stepped portion to rear of cock and tasteful 19th century scroll. The stock is of finely figured burl walnut and features a sharply curved and short grip profile with thick, beautifully shaped stock flats. The stock adorned with silver inlays which include a lovely stylized American eagle in the rounded butt, a long rectangular monogram plate with concave corners on left stock flat, a smaller monogram plate on top of wrist and the silver wedge escutcheons are all the same rectangular shape. The iron triggerguard is engraved with a fancy wheat sheaf and pineapple finial with scroll and a panoply on the bow. The condition is nice with the barrel showing a gray brown mix of patina and finish with Damascus pattern subtly visible overall. The barrel surfaces show some impact marks along with some patches of light pitting and some light oxidation staining, none of this is overly obtrusive. The lock bears a pleasing even gray brown patina and is very smooth with just a little light oxidation to the front and rear of the pan. The stock shows stunning figure and has a wonderful surface showing lots of original finish, sharp edges with a minor chip from left side top just ahead of breech and another in the edge of the lock flat just above recess in tail of lock. The silver inlays all show a lovely even tarnish. A hickory ramrod with brass tip on one end and iron worm on the other looks original and fits beautifully. The single ramrod thimble is reaffixed and may be a nicely aged replacement as the ridges at the ends are more rudimentary than those on the tailpipe. The pistol features a German silver blade front and simple rear sights. This pistol is pictured on page 337 of The New York State Firearms Trade identified as a ''Gentlemen's Pistol'. American flintlock pistols of this quality and condition are not often encountered on the market. A wonderful American flintlock pistol which is a true piece of Americana. (1D9670-180) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Fine Percussion Converted Pistol by J. M. Caswell of Lansingburgh, NY

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 601)

.45 caliber, 8 3/4" octagon barrel with a very good deeply rifled bore. This is a wonderful example of these scarce New York made pistols. The imported lock is marked "R. ASHMORE / WARRANTED" ahead of hammer with loose folky scroll with a bird to the rear of the hammer. The top of the barrel is marked "J.M. CASWELL / & SON / LANSINGBURGH / 1830" with loose folky scroll and tasteful wheatsheaf border. Based on the shape of the lockplate this appears to have featured a waterproof pan and has been converted via drum and nipple. The conversion is very neatly done with a nicely formed hammer which has a pleasing appearance. The silver mounted walnut stock features a short grip with rounded butt. The condition of the gun is nice with the barrel retaining a pleasing smooth brown patina with some twist pattern visible within the patina. The lock is a rich brown patina with just the smallest amount of fine pitting and oxidation present. The lock and barrel markings all remain clear and legible The stock retains a good deal of original finish with well-defined edges and a horn forend tip. The stock features silver wedge escutcheons, a silver monogram plate (unengraved) on left flat along with silver monogram plate on top of wrist and an oval silver plate capping the butt. There are some nicely done old repairs on either side of forend at top edge. The triggerguard is engraved in loose floral scroll and has a pineapple finial. The triggerguard is mostly a smooth brown patina with some bright blue still visible on the bow. The gun comes with what appears to be its original brass tipped ramrod with jag and bullet puller along with an unusual stepped iron section in toward the center of the rod. The rod if of very nice quality and the bottom of the stock has four letters or characters carved between the tailpipe and triggerguard finial. This is an interesting, unusual and very nice quality American pistol. This pistol is pictured on page 341 of The New York State Firearms Trade as a ''Gentlemen's Percussion Pistol''. (1C9670-503) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (800/1200)

American Percussion Target Pistol by Morgan James of Utica, New York

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 601)

.45 caliber, 10" octagon barrel with a very good bore which shows strong rifling and a bit of light scattered pitting. The barrel is turned at the muzzle for a bullet starter and is marked on the top flat "M. JAMES / UTICA N.Y." This pistol is unembellished but finely crafted. The barrel is equipped with a patent breech with finely formed bolster. The barrel shows a good deal of original brown finish with the breech showing mottled original color case hardening. The lockplate is unmarked and retains a pleasing smooth pewter gray patina overall. The pistol features a set trigger which functions properly. The stock is of beautifully figured American black walnut with large checkered grip and a horn tip. The stock rates very good with normal handling marks from the years and with a good deal of original finish remaining. The finely cut checkering shows overall light wear, commensurate with the balance of the pistol. The gun is sighted with a globe front and tang mounted lollipop rear, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. Morgan James is very well-known for his superb quality percussion sporting and target rifles along with combination guns; his handguns are quite scarce. A pistol of very similar construction and identical stock configuration is pictured in The New York State Firearms Trade and noted as ''one of the great rarities from Morgan James''. (1B9670-499) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

Very Fine Marlin Model 1897 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 601)

serial #195146, 22 RF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very good plus bore showing a few sparsely scattered small areas of light pitting, some mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this rifle retain about 90% original blue with most of the loss due to some overall thinning to mild gray patina along the barrel, along with a few scattered pinprick pits and some minor handling marks. The action retains about 95% lovely original case-hardened colors showing a few sparsely scattered tiny pinprick pits and areas of mild muting to silvery case-hardened patina along the lever and tangs and the top of the action showing some scattered thin scratches. The colors remain particularly stunning along the left side and protected areas around the trigger. The rear sight, breechblock and other small parts retain about 90% original bright blue showing some mild flaking and thinning, the screw heads show good fire blue and all of the markings remain crisp and clear. The plain walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish that shows some very fine crazing along with a couple tiny dings and minor handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the stocks show some nice raised grain. The original black checkered hard rubber buttplate is intact and rates very fine showing a mild scuff at the heel. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, Marble's No. 2 white bead front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Marlin made around 1899. (13B9790-32) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (1000/1500)

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 601)

serial #336600B, 38 WCF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and a partially bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting, a bit more concentrated approaching the muzzle and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this attractive third model rifle retain perhaps 75% original blue that is toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina overall and showing some sparsely scattered small spots of old oxidation and a small area of lightly cleaned minor pitting on the left flat below the address. The action retains about 50% original bright blue with the balance toned to a nice plum-brown patina showing some scattered mild freckling, handling marks and a little bit of old pinprick pitting along the top of the action. The hammer retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the lever toning to gray-brown with some wisps of colors and silvery case-hardened patina and the buttplate likewise showing some generous flakes of silvery case-hardening. The rear sight, front sight base and nosecap retain generous bright blue and the loading gate shows a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The tang sight screws are slightly oversized and one is more modern and all markings remain intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition showing a light oil finish with nice raised grain along with a very tiny chip at the bottom left corner where the buttstock meets the frame and a few scattered mild dings. Wood-to-metal fit remains very nice and the butt trap houses five original iron cleaning rod segments, one with an eyelet and one with a brass jag. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine Winchester 1873 made in 1890 with some nice original condition. (13C9833-32) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Magnificent Winchester Model 1894 Factory No. 10 Engraved Deluxe Rifle

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 601)

serial #85393, 25-35 WCF, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a truly stunning rifle. The action of this rifle shows factory No. 10 style engraving consisting of relief scroll and border engraving. The left side of the action shows the same lovely scroll and border work with a round panel at the center showing a walking buck. There is light scroll on the bottom of the action near the serial number and more on the top ring of action and on top tang behind the hammer. The rifle features deluxe checkered walnut buttstock and forend with checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate and a hard rubber grip cap. The left side of the lower tang bears assembly code "9664 xxx s", the top tang inlet is marked in pencil "9664" and the end grain under the buttplate is stamped "9664". The condition of the rifle is remarkable with the barrel and magazine retaining 98% bright original blue. The action shows 98% bright original blue finish, the engraving is sharp and displays beautifully. The hammer and lever show strong original color case-hardened finish. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock is of beautifully figured American black walnut with lots of feather crotch on each side of the butt. The stocks rate excellent with 98% original finish remaining with just a few light handling marks. There is a small chip at the toe of the buttplate which was neatly repaired, and a corresponding repair to a tiny chip at the toe; it was so neatly done that it is nearly invisible. The checkering remains strong with perhaps a little light carry wear on the forend. The rifle is sighted with a king rotary triple bead front and buckhorn rear sights. The rifle is completely honest with no alterations of any kind. The included record sheet from Cody lists the gun as: rifle, 25-35. 1/2 octagon, plain trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, shotgun butt, rubber buttplate, engraved $2,00 style 10, light pull, received in the warehouse on November 15, 1904 and shipped on December 14th of the same year. This is a very high condition factory engraved 1894 rifle worthy of the finest Winchester Collection. Investment quality. (1E9899-26) {C&R} (15,000/25,000)

Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 601)

serial #24980, .50 cal, 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright near excellent bore showing a patch of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive carbine retains about 96% original blue showing a few specks of mild oxidation staining nearer the muzzle, some scattered light handling marks and some areas toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 90% color case-hardening that is muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina along the right side, also showing a few tiny spots of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the underside and left side showing wonderful vibrant colors still with remnants of protective lacquer. The sling bar and ring are a bright silvery patina, the buttplate shows some generous flakes of bright blue, toning to a nice plum-brown patina and the hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some mild flaking along the hammer. A number of the screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain crisp and clear with Maynard patent information on the left side frame, Mass. Arms Co. markings on the right and small sub-inspector stamps throughout. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing a few minor handling marks and some sparsely scattered light dings, a few a bit more noticeable along the left side. The wood shows lovely raised grain throughout, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and there are two crisp cartouches on the left wrist. The barrel locks up securely and the hammer functions crisply. A very handsome Maynard for the Civil War collector. (13B9833-37) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Fine Smith Civil War Commercial Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 601)

serial #11805, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this very fine carbine retains about 97% original blue showing some mild thinning at the muzzle, a small area of minor freckling along the left side and a few scattered handling marks. The action retains about 90% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few scattered specks of old oxidation staining, some light handling marks and the left side muting to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The barrel band and buttplate have mostly flaked to a deep plum-brown patina showing remnants of original bright blue, while the sling bar and ring are mostly gunmetal patina showing a little brown freckling. The triggerguard retains about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking along the bow and the action latch spring retains a healthy amount of fine pale fire blue, many of the screw heads also with nice pale fire blue. The Poultney & Trimble address and Mass. Arms Co. maker-markings on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition, the buttstock near excellent, showing a strong oil finish with some scattered light handling marks. The forend shows a shallow dent on the right side and a tiny repaired chip with a little bit of filler ahead of the screw escutcheon. The barrel is matching the frame and locks up well and the hammer functions crisply. Schuyler, Hartley & Graham were the most prominent commercial retailers of the Smith Carbine during the war although most were purchased by the Federal government. (13B9833-8) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Attractive Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 601)

serial #15489, .54 cal, 21" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 96% original blue showing some mild silvering at the muzzle, a few sparsely scattered specks of minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The barrel is toning slightly to an attractive deep plum under bright light, retains crisp markings and is matching the frame. The action retains perhaps 95% lovely case-hardened colors that remain quite vibrant overall showing a little brown freckling, mostly along the tangs and top corner of the left side, and areas muting to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina and smooth gray. The buttplate is mostly plum-brown showing some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and the barrel band retains most of its case-hardening toned to a smooth gray. The lever and internal protected areas of the breechblock retain about 92% lovely bright blue showing some light flaking to gray brown along the exterior areas and some scattered light dings. The screw heads show lovely bright fire blue and the chamber is pristine and shows no evidence of firing. The patent markings at the top of the action were lightly struck but remain legible, the Burnside Rifle Co. markings on the sideplate remain strong and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing a few tiny shallow chips or mild abrasions scattered along the butt, some other more mild handling marks and otherwise strong oil finish. There is a softened but legible "E.M.D." along the top of the comb and "H.D.H." along the bottom of the forend, there is no visible inspector's cartouche along the left side wrist. All original hardware is intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Burnside for the Civil War collector. (13C9833-2) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Very Fine Gwyn & Campbell Type II Civil War Carbine

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 601)

serial #2675, .52 cal, 20" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this carbine retains about 92% original blue showing some sparsely scattered spots of brown freckling, light handling marks and areas thinning and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely case-hardened colors showing some mild muting to silvery gray patina along the lockplate and lever, some sparsely scattered mild brown speckling and otherwise vibrant colors throughout with strong protective lacquer. The breechblock and upper tang retain about 80% brilliant fire blue thinning to mild gray-brown along the tang and showing some moderate flaking and a few scattered light dings along the breechblock. The breechblock pivot screw head shows nice straw color and the rear sight parts likewise retain nice fire blue. The markings remain mostly strong, one letter in the maker markings on the lockplate obscured by a small metal imperfection, the right side frame with "UNION RIFLE" and the major components with small sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition with strong arsenal oil finish showing some scattered light dings and mild handling marks. The stock retains excellent metal-to-wood fit and shows nice raised grain with a crisp inspector's cartouche on the left side and smaller initials at the heel. All original hardware remains intact, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome Gwyn & Campbell with fine original finish. (13C9833-3) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Extremely Rare Factory Engraved and Plated Deluxe Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 601)

serial #360262, 44 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a very good bright bore. Any special order feature on a Winchester 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine is rare, this carbine has many of them. The carbine features a fancy stock, $2.50 engraving, gold plated action and trim with the balance plated in nickel. The carbine is very honest in nature but shows years of use but no abuse, and it hasn't been enhanced by any 20th century gunsmith. The action shows scroll engraving in moderate coverage with a running deer in a round panel scene on the left sideplate. The dust cover, ring of action and front of top tang all shows light scroll engraving while the bottom of the follower and frame show small sections of scroll. The lower tang has had a riband engraved around the serial number and there is one small area of scroll on the buttplate tang, the bands are unembellished. The barrel retains about 65% original nickel plated finish with markings remaining clear and legible, the magazine is more brown and retains perhaps 15% original nickel plated finish in protected areas closest to the barrel. The lever and hammer show about 60% original nickel plated finish with areas of loss showing a deep brown patina. The action is an overall even gray-brown patina with surfaces remaining quite smooth and generally free of any pitting but showing a few scattered old light dings in the surface. The carbine stock and forend show exceptional figure and rate very good with perhaps 50% original finish and with numerous light handling marks. The gun is sighted with standard carbine sights and the top barrel band screw is broken off with tip in place and head missing. Carbines are known as working guns and apparently even when they are as embellished as this one is, they still go to work. Very special order, showing honest use and never having had any "help". This carbine is super rare and has lots of character. (1D9746-31) (6000/8000)

Winchester Model 1866 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: No butt trap door present

serial #77174, 44 CF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a fair bore with dark pitted grooves. The right side of the action is marked with three "0" adjacent to each other just ahead of the stock. The barrel and magazine retain a gray brown patina with perhaps some old added cold blue. There is some pitting on the barrel that is moderate to heavy and there are also some bruises in the surface. The action shows a pleasing mellow patina with numerous light handling marks from the years. The hammer and lever are a dark gray patina both showing some pitting. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good as refinished long ago. The original brass rifle style buttplate is numbered to the gun and shows a nice patina which matches the action quite well. The rifle is sighted with original barrel sights consisting of the front being integral with the top band and a two-leaf pivoting rear sight. A nice old '66 carbine which had a good honest service life. (1C9779-8) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Lovely Southern Agent Marked Philadelphia Percussion Deringer

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 601)

.49 caliber, 5" round barrel with flattened top and octagonal breech. This is a very nice large size deringer which bears "MAND FOR / W.H. CALHOUN / AGENT / NASHVILLE. TENN.". The lock is maker marked "DERINGER / PHILADA" as is the top of the barrel breech. All markings remain clear and fully legible, the barrel also having a "P" mark on top left flat of breech. The barrel shows an overall gray patina with some scattered light surface pitting along with some oxidation staining in some areas. The breech, tang and lock are a darker and more smooth patina with tasteful 19th century scroll engraving. The German silver mounted stock is of walnut and rates near excellent with about 70% original varnish, the checkering remains clean with just light wear. The German silver forend tip, wedge escutcheons, sideplate, triggerguard, bolster inlay and butt inlay all show a lovely even patina. The ramrod has a slotted iron jag on one and is brass bound on the other. This is a really nice, completely honest Calhoun agent marked deringer that has a lovely appearance the wood to metal fit is perfect, the stock edges are crisp. This pistol was sold at Julia's in October of 2010 when it was part of the David Crocker Estate Collection. A cool Nashville Tennessee retailed deringer. (1C9762-4) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

Rare San Francisco Agent Marked Henry Deringer Percussion Pistol

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 601)

.41 caliber, 3" barrel including breech with an oxidized bore that shows strong rifling. The top of the double German silver banded barrel is marked "W.C. ALLEN & CO. / SAN FRANCISCO" and the top of the breech is marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA". This pistol shows scroll engraving on the lockplate, hammer, tang and the German silver furniture. The lockplate is also marked "DERINGER / PHILADELA" and the pistol shows the latest style pineapple finial. The condition is nice with the barrel showing a pleasing smooth brown patina with all markings including the "P" proof on top left flat remain crisp and legible. The lock is similar in color and again very smooth, the metal surface in general are free of pitting even within the bolster immediately around the nipple. The one-piece walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and the checkering remains strong with a couple dings within. W.C. Allen was a watch, diamond and jewelry in San Francisco between 1853 and 1870. Their period advertisements also list "Derringer" pistols and a general assortment of fancy goods. This particular Deringer is illustrated in Eberharts The Deringer in America Volume II on page 218 when it was part of the John G. Hamilton collection. A very rare Deringer pistol sold in San Francisco during the waning days of the California Gold Rush. (1C9762-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Rare E. Schmidt & Co. Houston Texas Percussion Deringer

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 601)

.45 caliber, 2 1/2" barrel including breech and showing an oxidized bore. This deringer is marked on the top of the barrel "E. SCHMIDT & CO. HOUSTON." with the lock being plain and unmarked. This deringer feature gold band at muzzle and double gold bands at breech and is otherwise unembellished as all known examples of these pistols are. The iron surfaces are all a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with just a very small amount of fine pitting near bolster. The German silver furniture is all simple in form and all fits beautifully and has a pleasing patina. The checkered walnut stock rates very good with about 75% original finish remaining and with strong checkering which shows just light wear. The pistol shows a small German silver dovetail mounted blade front sight and simple rear mounted at the junction of the tang and breechplug. Comparing this pistol to the known examples in The Deringer in America, all furniture and markings are correct and the condition and wood to metal fit is better on this example than those shown in the book. E. Schmidt and Company was active in Houston during the 1860s and made deringer pistols along with percussion plains rifles. This is a very rare and desirable Texas made deringer. (1D9762-6) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Excellent Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 601)

serial #438836, 38 ACP, 4 1/2'' barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows only some very minor frosting within the grooves. This is a lovely auto pistol, retaining about 97-98% original blue, the loss being only some very light wear near the muzzle, a bit of sharp edge wear at the butt and a minor handling mark or two, the hammer screw showing some light circumferential scratches around it. There are a few very sparsely scattered very light freckles of surface oxidation here or there, but they are unobtrusive. The hammer retains virtually all of its original vibrant color case-hardening and the bright polished portions of the barrel remain brilliant at the muzzle and ejection port, with a few tiny spots of light oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent and one all blued magazine is included marked ''Cal. 38/Colt'' on its base. The rear sight shows a small ding on its right side, an issue that would not even be worthy of mention were it not for the fine condition of this pistol. The arm seems to function well mechanically and would be a welcome addition to any Colt auto pistol collection. (3B9908-21) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Fine German Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Kuchenreuter

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 601)

.54 cal, 27'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore which shows some minor oxidation or light frosting, primarily within the grooves. This is a fairly fancy and very well-made rifle from this famous maker. The barrel shows a deep relief wootz-damascus pattern its full-length which continues onto the under rib and the ramrod thimbles and is an overall pleasing pewter-gunmetal patina. The rifle is sighted with a simple bead front sight atop a plain sporting ramp with a very scant u-notch rear which is adjustable for elevation via a small spanner nut, with a neatly chiseled and engraved front extension. The left and right diagonal flats near the breech show open loose relief scroll inlaid in silver with a small geometric decoration by the sunken silver ''JAK'' touch mark, all of this surrounding ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'' inlaid in gold. The lock is stepped at its rear with a small floral decoration there and wide open flowing foliate scroll on the front portion and side of hammer, a recumbent stag in a forested scene to the rear of the hammer. The hammer nose is lightly engraved in a dragon-style motif and the bolster and breech show the same open wide quality scroll which continues onto the tang. The tang itself shows an unengraved silver monogram plate with light borderline engraving and an original fold-down aperture sight, adjustable for both windage and elevation with the screws affixed to the sight. The metal surfaces are all primarily a pleasing smooth pewter gunmetal patina, the tailpipe with a bit of engraving, the front extension, tang extension, scrolling sideplate and bow of the guard all engraved similarly, the bow with a small reclining stag and a nice finger spur on its rear edge. The European walnut stock rates very good with the expected overall dings and handling marks one finds on a hunted arm. It features a horn forend tip, carved grip flourish to the rear of the guard and a very generous flared left side shadowline cheekpiece. The grip shows coarse checkering which is somewhat worn and filled now from the years, with fleur-de-lis in-carving and scroll accents. There is a wooden sliding door patchbox with push-button release, there are a number of chips, flakes and dents surrounding from folks over the years who obviously had no clue it was a push-button release and attempted to pry it open. The lock is dual-acting with a pivoting safety rest and the gun is equipped with double set triggers; they are somewhat sluggish and no doubt need cleaning as they do not currently set, but the lock functions well mechanically, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. A very handsome rifle from this famous German maker that obviously was ordered by a man of means and used afield, but which was cared for. (3B9670-305) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Extremely Rare and Desirable 2-Digit U.S. Model 1911 Colt Pistol

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 601)

serial #38, 45 ACP, 5'' barrel showing a very fine bore with strong evident rifling with minor frosting scattered in the grooves, more prominent nearer the throat, the barrel marked only with small ''P'' firing proof and inspectors number ''5'' on the barrel radius ahead of the lugs. An impressive arm given its age and serial number, the pistol was clearly issued and used by someone during its life. The slide retains strong markings and perhaps 15% original blue, the balance toned to a deep gray-blue faded original blue, with toning to pewter and wear to a silvery gunmetal on the sharp edges and contact points. It has light scattered oxidation staining and scattered light pitting and retains its tapered thin blade front sight and rounded u-notch rear; the scant u-notch rear shows a tiny ding on the left edge of the aperture making it appear a bit wide. The extractor shows some remnants of pale fire blue on its exposed portion and the slide shows random dings or handling marks here and there. The frame retains perhaps 20% original fading blue with strong property marking, inspectors marking and serial number stampings. It has toned to a silvery and gray patina on the straps and on the sharp edges and contact points, with a bit of scattered oxidation staining here and there and some scattered light pinprick pitting. Both the first style hammer and trigger show strong original pale fire blue with operational wear, primarily on their right sides; the safety as well shows some strong trace blue at the root of the checkered thumbpiece. The grips rate good showing quite a bit of wear to the checkering along their lower sections, the left grip worn nearly smooth around the lower diamond, the right showing a bit of wear as well, but they are early style with the correct 15-row diamond count between the larger diamonds, the stock screws are the original thin head with shallow screwdriver cuts. The barrel bushing has the correct beveled edges and shows some nice pale fire blue while the recoil spring plug shows some nice blue around its periphery below the checkering, it is correct early style without punched recoil spring-captivating detent, the recoil spring guide as well is the early ''old style'' with squarish front edge and sharp corners at the legs which ride beneath the barrel itself. It appears as though the slide stop is likely a later replacement as the checkering is horizontal rather than ''diagonally diamond-shaped'' as we see on serial #39 (published in Clawson's book on the subject), the magazine release catch as well is slotted rather than the early concave dished style; Cylinder and Slide Inc. has early style magazine catch retainers available if one wished to replace the current one in the gun with a correct-style and have it properly fire blued (the magazine catch may be an older replacement as well as there are no vestiges of fire blue and the frame is a bit dinged up in the area surrounding it). Included is a two-tone lanyard-based magazine with a riveted base plate of the ''new type'' having the rivets nearly flush with the bottom edges of the magazine body. The magazine shows a two-tone pale gray upper section with fading blue and flaking brown on its lower portion with a couple small dings and some light pitting at upper left. Included with the gun is a copy of the Collectors Guide to Colt 45 Service Pistols © Clawson 1998. The small-sized 130 page ''enlarged and revised edition'' is in very good condition with some light staining and soiling to the covers, with this guns sister pistol, serial number 39, on the rear cover of the book. The first fifty of these iconic Colt pistols are extremely desirable arms and nearly never come up for public offer. This example is honest and clearly has not been messed with or adulterated over the years, having only a few normal replacement parts that one would expect from an issued arm. Serial numbers 1-44 were assembled at Colt December 28, 1911 and serial numbers 1-50 of these first-shipment 1911 pistols all went to the Commanding Officer, Springfield Armory on January 4, 1912. A very respectable example of these iconic 1911 pistols that was miraculously issued and clearly carried by some individual, most likely during both of our World Wars. (3H9826-1){C&R} (25,000/35,000)

Fine French Over Under Percussion Double Rifle by Caron of Paris

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 601)

.60 cal, 22 3/4'' octagon barrels with bright about excellent bores which show some minor scattered oxidation here and there. The barrels on this lovely rifle show a nice contrasting brown and pewter damascus pattern their full length, with a few spots of very light oxidation staining sparsely scattered here and there, which are mostly unobtrusive due to the wonderful color on the barrels. Top flat is engraved with the makers name ''Caron'' in an old English monogram style, and engraved in fancy script after is ''á Paris Arq. De S. M. l'Empereur''. The barrel frame and back action locks are a silvery pewter patina, likely finished bright when new, as no remnants of color case-hardening remain, they show a bit of light oxidation in the area below the nipples. They are over all engraved in excellent quality open flowing foliate scroll with the finest satin background stippling accenting the work. Each back action lockplate is marked in relief around the hammer ''Caron a Paris''. The very French, forward curving swirl triggerguard, and long tang show a freckling of soft brown patina, with the same nice quality foliate engraving seen on the lockplates, the bow of the guard with a coat of arms. The arms has a circular clan badge-style belt in-which is written ''SPERNO'', this circling a field of three knight helms, surmounted by a torse of color from-which emanates gauntleted hand holding a snake by the neck. The arm is stocked in a lovely grade French walnut showing some stunning grain figure, much original varnish and the expected light handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The wraparound checkering pattern is flawlessly executed and features mullered borders and there is a silver shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist which appears to be engraved ''TES''. The smooth iron buttplate shows the same excellent quality engraving along its tang, it gives a 14'' length of pull to the front trigger and the arm is fitted with sling swivels. There are some drying checks in the highly figured wood but they are unobtrusive and a silver oval monogram plate along the toeline is neatly engraved ''4''. The arm is sighted with a simple silver bead front sight and two leaf v-notch rear, one standing, one folding, and what is likely the original iron ramrod is captivated in the left side thimbles. The hammers are in time and locks function well mechanically and are covered by a very neat leather action cover, likely made for the arm as it fits precisely, marked ''Dubois a Paris''. Stockel lists E P Caron of Paris as the arquebusier to Emperor Napoleon III, in the period 1852-70. A very lovely, and no doubt still usable, over under double rifle of high quality make. (3C9670-46) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Exquisite German Percussion Double Fowler by Bössel

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 601)

About 12 ga., 32 1/2'' barrels with fine bores which show some sparsely scattered very light oxidation and perhaps some light pinprick pitting. Externally the barrels are very nice and show a very fine textured damascus pattern on both barrels and ribs, their full length, with a few very light handling marks near the muzzles. Sighted with a simple silver bead front sight, the rib is marked ''Lorenz Bössel in Suhl'' inlaid in gold, surrounded by silver inlay foliate scroll of excellent quality; there are dual inlaid silver bands at the breeches. The breeches themselves shows some strong remnants of color case-hardening with very light borderline engraving and small gold inlaid floral petals at the blowout plugs, with an auerhahn perched in a tree, inlaid in gold, on the rib extension between. The long tang as well is quite fancy with open rococo scroll engraving with a gold inlaid game dog, which seems to be bellowing at the aforementioned auerhahn above him, with many of the small scrolls or floral petals having small gold accents. The back action lockplates and hammers are a pleasing pewter gray patina and show the same open rococo and foliate scroll with game birds right and a fox with hare left. They show the same lovely little tiny gold inlaid accents, continuing onto the hammers which are dolphin nosed, each with gold eyes. The arm features German silver furniture with two plain German silver ramrod thimbles, a long rear tang tailpipe with finial extension and lovely engraving, a mirror image of this on the front extension of the triggerguard. The triggerguard itself shows small scrolled accents with a rear pistolgrip, the bow showing an engraved hunter taking aim at game, the long tang of the German silver buttplate embellished with lovely scroll. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish and the overall expected dings and handling marks that come from the hunted arm. It features a very generous flared left side cheekpiece with a concave overhang and tiny carved border on its edge, a portion of which has chipped away along its rear. There are checkered panels at the grip and forestock flanked with lovely open flowing carved scroll and floral accents of the finest quality. To the rear of the cheek rest we find a beautiful relief-carved game scene showing a dead fox hanging from a tree with hounds inspecting him, each having an inset silver collar, this all flanked by foliate and scroll relief carving. The locks are crisp and mechanically functional and are equipped with the automatic hammer stop rests which protrude from the lockplate when the hammers are withdrawn to the rest position, before the half-cock notch, with them drawing back to the interior of the lockplate when the hammers are brought to the full-cock position. The length of pull is 13 3/4'' and what is likely the original ramrod is present. An extremely lovely German double fowler that would be a welcomed addition to any collection of highly embellished German arms. (3D9670-311) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Wonderful Cased German Percussion Target Pistol by G. Wigand of Erfurt

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 601)

.39 caliber, 9" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol has lovely form and is beautifully embellished with engraving, gold and silver inlay and stock carving. The top of the barrel is engraved and inlaid in gold "G. WIGAND ERFURT" and shows silver inlaid bands and very fine geometric patterns at the muzzle and breech. The barrel breech and tang show relief floral scroll with gold inlaid coat of arms depicting an arm with sword at center and a trident at the top. There is also a shell type motif gold inlaid just ahead of the adjustable rear sight. The continental style humpback lock with recessed rear is engraved in lovely relief floral scroll with a recumbent lion inlaid in gold with a tropical background with palm trees. The hammer is engraved with a dragon-like creature engraved on the nose with gold inlaid eyes. The triggerguard has a finger spur and houses an adjustable set trigger, the outer bow of the triggerguard is engraved with a gold inlaid jaeger. The condition of the pistol is fabulous with the barrel retaining 95% bright original blue finish with just a few small scattered patches of light surface oxidation staining. The balance of the metal surfaces are finished in a French grey which remains excellent, smooth and even overall. The stock is of beautifully figured walnut which shows handsome darker striped grain. The grip features superbly executed relief floral scroll carving with a stylized animal face within each panel. The butt is carved in the same lovely fashion with a crosshatched geometric medallion at center. The tip of the forend shows more of this lovely treatment. The condition of the stock is excellent with 97% original finish remaining and with all carving sharp and finely detailed. The pistol comes in a period French fitted oak casing with a copper flask, powder measure, nipple wrench, sight key, ramrod, along with pewter oiler and brass cap tin; there are two other covered compartments. The case is lined in green felt and rates very good plus on the interior and about the same on the exterior with 95% original finish remaining and with a stable crack across the lid and two across the bottom. There is some ink writing on the lid which is difficult to decipher, our best guess is "Bahn / Breitling / Eppstr 18". A simply wonderful piece 19th century German artistry in arms. (1D9670-449) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4500)

Ornate Austrian Flintlock Fowler by Joseph Fruewurth

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 601)

About 28 bore, 37'' part octagon part round barrel with a very good bore which is mostly bright but shows a bit of light surface oxidation. Really an exquisite arm in its day, this single barrel fowler remains very attractive and ornate. The barrel is an overall tarnished pewter and deeper blue-gray patina. It has a simple silver blade front sight with four-legged silver inlay flanking, the barrel shows a nice dual medial ring with chiseled engraving at the point of transition and shows 11 impressed touch marks at the breech, nine are fleur-de-lis, two are makers marks. The lockplate features a nice beveled edge and small teat at its rear with a faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. It shows nice loose open flowing scroll and is maker marked ''Ios Fruewurth/in Weinn'' on the plate, the frizzen spring neatly chiseled with a flared tail. The graceful swan neck cock has some light engraving on its face and the frizzen appears to be resurfaced from the period of use. The half stock shows a nicely engraved brass nosecap, faceted thimble, engraved and chiseled tailpipe and a fancy engraved and chiseled front extension ahead of the triggerguard band, which supports the wooden guard itself, and bolsters it from damage. The forestock area shows a nice pierced and engraved capucine, with the rounded brass buttplate showing a rococo engraved tang. The monogram plate atop the wrist shows rococo scroll surmounted by a crown with the initials ''MA'' engraved within. The halfstock itself rates very fine with the expected dings and handling marks from the years, small cracks left and right at the tip where the sling swivel is located. There are nice ribs carved left and right of the ramrod channel, some open flowing scroll in the forestock and surrounding the front extension, with nice scroll left and right of the wrist and at the rear of the square-bottomed cheekpiece. The tang as well shows some open scroll and scallop carving and there is a sling stud along the toeline. The lock seems to function well mechanically and what is likely the original ramrod is present. A lovely and very ornate single barrel flinter, doubtless made for nobility by the wrist escutcheon, Fruewirth being a court rifle maker and rifle repairer in the 1750s. A bit of research may uncover the identity of ''MA''. (39670-309) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Fabulous Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 601)

serial #11243, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver remains in extremely fine original condition. The barrel bears the proper "E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, NY. U.S.A." and the revolver shows no other external markings. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish overall which remains quite bright. There are some very light normal abrasions in the finish and a couple scratches on the left side of frame emanating from one of the screws. The hammer shows perhaps 95% or its original color case-hardened finish which is just slightly toned and has a wonderful appearance. The two-piece walnut grips rate near excellent with a good deal of original finish remaining and with just very light handling marks. This is a very fine and completely honest 1875 revolver. (1B9362-19) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

Very Fine Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 601)

serial #1908, 44-40, 5 3/4" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 94-95% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some very fine flaking toning to a mild gray-brown patina along the ejector rod housing, sides of the frame and hammer, along with a few light dings on the frontstrap and some other scattered light handling marks. A few of the screw heads show some light slot wear, the grip screw retains some nice fire blue and the Remington Arms Co. address remains crisp and clear as does the "44.C.F.W" marking on the left side frame. The black checkered hard rubber grips with RAC monograms are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing some minor smoothing around the edges, a few light scratches and toning to pale brown patina. The bottom of the left panel is lightly scratched with the name "MAX" and with a small "A" below the monogram. The lanyard ring is intact, the triggerguard and loading gate are matching the frame, the remaining parts are un-numbered and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up showing a hint of play. A lovely example of these very desirable Remington revolvers. (13B9362-94) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)

Factory Engraved Remington Rolling Block "E" Grade Mid-Range Target Rifle

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 601)

serial #6893, 40-70, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle features matching numbers on the barrel, frame, and end-grains of both the buttstock and the forend as well as the inside surface of the buttplate. This rifle features wedges of beautifully executed scroll engraving on the action, triggerguard, barrel breech and forend tip. All screwheads and pins are engraved including the buttplate screws, the smooth steel shotgun buttplate is not engraved. The barrel shows the six-line patent dates on the top flat ahead of breech, presumably to give the engraver more of a blank canvas on the action. The barrel has been nicely reblued long ago with neatly filled holes, one through the patent dates and the other further forward on the octagonal section. There is also a dovetail cut through the barrel address after the "E" in the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address with the first few letters in "Remington" being no longer visible. The color and style of the finish is excellent, the finish is old and passes muster upon first glance. The bottom of the barrel beneath the forearm is marked "T P & B PG ENG". The barrel shows about 90% of this quality blue with areas of thinning and loss taking on a pleasing brown patina. The action shows perhaps 70% original color case-hardened finish which has faded to a pleasing smooth mottled pewter gray. The metal remains smooth and the engraving remains crisp. The rifle features its original factory single set trigger. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and smooth iron tipped forend rate very good appearing to have been very lightly refinished long ago, the surface and color are wonderful and there is an old repaired break through the wrist that is in the checkering, sound and well camouflaged. The fit remains excellent both at the action and at the buttplate and the lower stock screw is a replacement. The interior of the forend is written in large block pencil letters "J. APPEL" indicating that this rifle as once part of the famous Jack Appel Collection which was sold at auction in the 1980's. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight. This rifle is illustrated and described in Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on page 182. Engraved Rolling Blocks are very rare, the opportunity to acquire one is even more rare. A fine and handsome factory engraved Rolling Block rifle. (1D9670-162) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Superb Remington Hepburn No. 3 Match Grade "A" Rifle

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 601)

serial #8485, 38-40 B&M, 28" part round part octagon No. 3 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is in extremely fine condition. The barrel shows the "REMINGTON ARMS CO." address and retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with a bit of loss near the muzzle where there is a patch of very fine salt & pepper pitting. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardening with all screw slots remaining untouched. The hammer and breechblock show 98% rich original blue finish. The checkered rounded pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate excellent plus with 99% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering and edges. The rifle wears its original Swiss buttplate which is numbered to the gun and retains 99% original nickel finish. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and short range graduated tang mounted peepsight is present. This rifle is illustrated and described on pages 80 and 81 of Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn book. A very handsome Hepburn rifle with lots of condition. (1D9790-80) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)

Fine U.S. Special Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by Amoskeag Manufacturing Co.

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 601)

.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore for its age with some scattered areas of minor pitting in the rifling. The metal surfaces of this desirable rifle rate fine with a couple tiny vise ''bite'' marks on the left side of the breech, a few small areas of softened pinprick pitting around the area of percussion, and some faint and unobtrusive staining along the barrel and mountings which is really only noticeable under bright direct light. The lockplate is dated 1863 behind the hammer and marked ''U. (Federal Eagle) S. / AMOSKEAG MFG. CO. / MANCHESTER, N.H.'' with some cleaned faint pitting slightly obscuring the ''CHESTER'' of Manchester, while the small Federal Eagle on the bolster is clear. The buttplate tang is marked ''U (star) S / 7'' while the top of the breech is dated 1863 with the right flat showing ''A.M.C.'' and the left ''W'' along with a very crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof on the left quarter flat. The smooth American black walnut stock rates very good to perhaps very good plus as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago with a nicely-camouflaged small filled repair on the comb ahead of the buttplate tang, to the left of the upper tang, and forward of the lockplate along with a few scattered light handling marks. The left stock flat bears the remnants of an inspector's cartouche, the original sights, sling swivels and cupped tulip-head ramrod are intact, and the action remains robust. A very attractive example of the least common of the Special Model 1861 Contract rifle-muskets produced right here in Manchester. (23A9833-40) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

U.S. Model 1855 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket by Springfield Armory

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 601)

.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some very light pitting in the strong rifling. The ''National Armory bright'' metal surfaces rate about very good as lightly cleaned during the period of use with some light pitting on the lockplate and around the area of percussion, softened pinprick pitting on the triggerguard and in the crevices of the bands which also show some light old oxidation, and some scattered areas of faint staining noticeable under bright light. The rear tang of the triggerguard has a few unintelligible symbols scratched into it while the brass forend cap has aged to a mustard patina. The primer door is marked with a Federal Eagle while the lockplate is marked ''1857'' behind the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' ahead of the primer door. The top of the breech displays ''1864'' which is slightly obscured along the bottom from cleaning while the left flat of the barrel is marked ''A (star)'' and the left quarter flat bears a ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof mark. The smooth black walnut stock rates good to perhaps very good as lightly cleaned with a light coat of period added finish along with a 3/4'' chip behind the rear lockplate screw, a lengthy scratch on the right side of the buttstock and on the left stock flat, and the scattered minor handling marks to be expected of an issued Civil War arm. The left stock flat bears the remnants of a few cartouches, the original cupped tulip-head ramrod with swelled shank and the sling swivels are intact, the barrel is sighted with a blade front and Model 1861 rear and the Maynard Tape-Primer mechanism appears to function well mechanically. The action remains very strong and crisp on this very good Model 1855 rifle-musket which is historically significant for being the first U.S. service rifle to fire the Minié ball. (23A9833-47) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

Beautiful U.S. Model 1866 Second Model Allin Conversion Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 601)

50-70, 36 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard are finished ''National Armory bright'' and rate very fine with a few scattered tiny areas of pinprick pitting, a few narrow streaks of wear at the muzzle and faint oxidation freckling scattered throughout. The breechblock, hinge and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackening with a little light flaking, slight high edge wear and splashes of old dried preservative. The hammer and lockplate display good amounts of their original case-hardened colors again with spots of old dried preservative and the rear sight retains nearly all its original blue. The breechblock is properly marked ''1866 / (eagle head)'' while the lockplate is dated ''1864'' behind the hammer and is stamped with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The attractive smooth black walnut stock rates very fine with mostly crisp edges around the stock flats, some light handling marks on the left stock flat and a few scattered light dings from the years. The stock features crisp intertwined ''SWP'' and ''ESA'' inspector's cartouches on the left flat and a few inspection initials behind the triggerguard. The rifle includes a period replacement slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank, the original sights and swivels are intact and the action is robust and crisp. The Second Model Allin Conversion is the predecessor of the famous Trapdoor series and this example remains in wonderful condition. (23B9845-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Excellent U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 601)

serial #465828, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, bands and triggerguard retain about 97% original blue with minor silvering around the muzzle, a tiny spot of pinprick pitting behind the rear sight, a couple small abrasions behind the upper band, along with some scattered light handling marks and small spots of loss on the barrel bands toning to gunmetal gray. The buttplate has aged to a mottled gray-brown patina while the breech tang is gray and the 1884-dated breechblock retains 99% original case-hardened colors with a few tiny spots of pinprick pitting. The receiver, lockplate, hammer and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched smoky colors with a few tiny spots of flaking ahead of the hinge, the top of the hammer is thinning to gray and there are a few tiny impact marks on the thumbpiece. The breech of the barrel displays a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head) / P'' proof and the lockplate is properly marked with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece. The smooth black walnut stock rates very good plus to perhaps fine with a handful of light dings and handling marks, mostly on the left side, the worst of which is a small abrasion on the left side of the buttstock. The left stock flat features a strong ''SWP / 1889'' inspector's cartouche and the circled ''P'' firing proof behind the triggerguard is very crisp. The original sights including the R-marked Model 1884 Buffington rear are intact along with the stacking and sling swivels, a slotted button-head ramrod with swelled shank is included and the three-position lock and tumbler are very strong and crisp. This excellent condition Model 1884 Trapdoor rifle is sure to make a welcome addition to the advanced U.S. military arm collection. (23A9833-13) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Extremely Fine Kidder Cased Starr Model 1858 Double Action Percussion Revolver

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 601)

serial #8438, .44 caliber, 6" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a rare civilian model Starr bearing no government inspector's initials and shows matching numbers on frame, cylinder and barrel. The condition of the revolver is wonderful with the barrel and frame retaining 90% bright original blue finish overall with loss due only to flaking. The cylinder shows a little more flaking and retains about 60 - 70% original blue. All flaked areas show a lovely smooth brown patina and the face of the recoil shield and the rear face of the cylinder and nipples show lots of original finish and no pitting. If the revolver has been fired it was cleaned immediately after as there is no evidence of any powder corrosion. The hammer and lever show nearly all of their original color case hardened finish, screwheads show bright original blue with clean slots. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with lots of original oil finish remaining and with a one tiny ding or chip in the edge of the butt. The revolver comes in an original Kidder Patent case with brass bound corners and green and black patterned interior. The Kidder markings on the case between base hinges remaining clearly legible "MANUFACTURED / SOLELY BY W. KIDDER." and "PATENT APR. 1854". The condition of the case is very good with lining intact and with the exterior showing 95% original varnish. The case includes a neat bag shaped flask with hunter holding bugle in one hand and rifle in the other standing next to a dog, the original wood handled brass single cavity mould is present along with cap tin and "L" shaped combination tool. Cased civilian Starr revolvers are extremely rare and this is an exceptional example. (1B9857-49) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

Cased C.R. Alsop Percussion Navy Revolver

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 601)

serial #436, .36 caliber, 5 1/2" octagon barrel with a lightly pitted bore that shows strong rifling its entire length. This revolver is cased in a nice period mahogany case with soft wood base which remains in excellent condition. The barrel of the revolver shows a smoky gray brown patina with some scattered light pitting visible in areas. The barrel address is partially obscured by pitting with about 50% of it being legible. The fluted cylinder matches the barrel in condition with pitting confined mostly to one area spanning two flutes. The frame is a pleasing gray brown with good legible patent marks on left side and showing just some very light salt & pepper pitting. The two-piece walnut grips rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with crisp edges. The case is lined in green baize and rates excellent both inside and out with rich color on lining with proper wear marks from the gun resting in the case. The case includes a nice English falcon and hare flask, brass two-cavity mould which is marked "KMH / 4", a cap tin, key and a few cast projectiles. This is a nice Alsop in a wonderful casing, this would be stunning with a high condition Alsop. (1B9859-48) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Fine Cased Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Belt Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 601)

serial #159, .34 cal, 4" octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a small area of light oxidation about mid-length and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome revolver retains perhaps 50% original bright blue that is taking on an attractive pale fire blue-like tone with the balance flaked to a pleasant deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of old minor oxidation staining and one small area of minor pitting along the left edge. The frame retains perhaps 25% original bright blue, strongest in the protected areas, again with the balance toned to a nice deep plum-brown patina showing some mild freckling and a tiny area of faint scratches on the bottom left edge. The cylinder and loading lever / triggerguard retain about 90% plus wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few small areas along the cylinder and bow of guard to a pleasant mild gray patina, the cylinder also showing a number of small hammer impact marks along the back edge and some oxidation staining within the nipple wells. There are still some remnants of protective lacquer present, the hammer also shows some attractive case-hardened colors toning to a deep silvery gray patina and the lovely forest cylinder scene remains 100% intact and crisp. The base pin head shows a little minor slot wear, two nipples have broken out of, and been lost from, the cylinder and the left side barrel markings remain clear. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some mild edge wear and a few scattered light dings. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included original mahogany case rates very fine retaining 95% original finish showing a few small moderate dents along the edge, some scattered light handling marks and a moderate 4" drying crack along the bottom. The case features a nice contrasting rosewood lock escutcheon and there is no key present. The interior is lined with dark green baize showing a few mild scuffs and a small tear corresponding to the drying crack along the base and there is a small worn notch from the front sight. The case contains some nice period accessories including an unmarked powder flask, dual cavity bullet mould and tin of caps. The flask rates very fine having taken on a pleasant bronze tone retaining much original finish with some mild tarnishing and handling marks and the spring retaining 95% brilliant fire blue. The mould with one round ball and one conical cavity rates very good showing some scattered old oxidation staining and light dings and the cap tin remains almost entirely full with intact yellow Rd. Walkers label. A lovely cased example of these handsome and desirable revolvers. (13C9845-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Excellent Cased Allen's Patent Dragoon Size Pepperbox Retailed by J.G. Bolen of New York

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 601)

.36 caliber, 5 1/2" barrels with flat ribs and very good lightly oxidized bores. This bar hammer pepperbox features the dog leg grips with oval inlay and spurless triggerguard. The hammer is marked on right side "J.G. BOLEN N.Y." while the left side is marked "BOLEN 104 B'WAY N.Y. / ALLEN'S PATENT". Two barrel ribs are engraved with "J.G. BOLEN" and "BOLEN 104 B'WAY N.Y.", another is marked "PATENTED 1837 CAST-STEEL". The frame shows beautiful original scroll engraving with the nipple shields showing nice floral etch. The etching and engraving both remain very sharp and crisp. The barrel cluster shows about 60% original blue with some surface oxidation and oxidation staining present, a meticulous cleaning may enhance their already nice appearance. The frame and nipple shield retain perhaps 20% original blue with the balance flaked and the exposed surfaces bearing a pleasing smooth gray brown patina which remains smooth and free of pitting. The sole frame screw shows slight slot wear which could likely be easily dressed. All markings remain clear and legible except for those that were somewhat poorly struck, no markings are diminished by the condition of the gun. The walnut bag shaped grips rate about excellent with 90% original finish overall. The original mahogany case is very fine with red baize lining. The interior of the lid bears a beautiful blue Bolen retailer label "BOLEN'S / LIFE AND PROPERTY PRESERVERS / Important to Travellers and Housekeepers" There is a full description of how the gun functions and its capabilities beneath the title "The last and greatest Imporement in / Fire-Arms!". Also included in the case is a small advertising card for Bolen and a hand written piece of paper which reads in ink "Volver-Pills". The accessories include a nice brass powder flask with plunger top, a two-cavity conical and round bullet mould, brass ram and cleaning rods, a cap tin and cast projectiles. The interior of the case is very good with some wear to the lining and some partitions partially loose but the lining remains intact, the exterior is excellent. A very fine cased Bolen retailed Allen Pepperbox with period and very endearing advertising. (1B9670-427) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Very Fine Frederick Beesley Sidelock Double Ejectorgun of George Eastman founder of Eastman Kodak

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 601)

serial #1680, 16 ga., 27" barrels with bright excellent bores, nitro proofed for 1 oz loads and 2 1/2" chambers. The barrels are jug choked with the left opening from .675" to .690" then back to .675 and the right opening from .672 to .677" and then back to .674". London Gun Company who hold the original records, indicate this gun was built as a best quality 16 bore gun with 29" Whitworth steel barrels. The gun was sold to a G.W.A. Lloyd on December 4, 1899. In 1900 the gun was returned to Beesley by Mr. Eastman and the barrels were shortened to 27" at that time. The gun features full coverage rose and scroll engraving on the action and locks with each lock being engraved "BEESLEY LONDON / PATENT" in riband. The belly of the action is also engraved "BEESLEY / PATENT" and the top lever is again engraved "PATENT". The fences show deep relief stylized acanthus leaf engraving and the word "SAFE" inlaid in gold on tang. The barrels show wedges of fine scroll at breech with each barrel being engraved with the 2 St. James Street address. The condition of the gun is wonderful with the barrel retaining about 90% evenly thinning original blue beginning to blend with a pleasing smooth brown. There are a few sparse areas of some very light oxidation staining. The action and locks show over 95% bright original color case-hardened finish, all screw slots are clean and properly indexed; the guard retains 95% original blue with just the tiniest bit of thinning at tang. The highly figured English walnut stocks feature flat top checkering and remain in fabulous original condition with oval silver monogram plate on toeline engraved "GE". The stocks show nearly all of their original hand rubbed oil finish with absolutely perfect fit, extremely crisp edges and dropper points. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety, ejectors, straight grip stock with a 13 7/8" length of pull to the checkered butt and drops of 1 5/8" and 2 5/8". The gun weighs in at only 5 1/2 lbs. and shows minimum wall thicknesses of .025" right and there is one area in the left tube of .020" 17" from the breech. The gun remains tight, on-face and the ejectors are in time. The shotgun comes in its original oak and leather case with original Beesley label listing the serial number and load data on interior of lid, it also bears Eastman's signature in ink "Geo. Eastman / Rochester, NY" (his signature was distinctive and is no doubt written by his hand). The included accessories are a rosewood cleaning rod with implements, two horn handled Hawksley turnscrews, broken shell extractor, snap caps and nickel oiler. George Eastman was born in 1854 in Waterville, NY, George was educated in private schools and left school at fifteen after his father's death, to help support the family. In 1884 George Eastman patented the first camera film in roll form and developed the Kodak camera. In 1889 he first offered film stock for use in other cameras and by 1896 was the leading provider of film stock in the world. He was a tremendous philanthropist and proponent of education donating more than $100 million during his lifetime to various institutions and organizations. Eastman suffered from degenerative spinal disease and spent his last years in great pain. In March of 1932 at the age of 77, Eastman succumbed to the pain, shooting himself through the chest leaving a note behind which read "To my friends: my work is done. Why wait? G.E.". He had a storied and extremely successful career and upon his death his entire estate was bequeathed to the University of Rochester. Beesley was similarly prolific in his own field of work filing over 25 patents during his career and being dubbed the "Inventor to the London gun trade". His most famous patent is the assisted opening system that he sold to Purdey in 1880 for the sum of 35 pounds sterling; Purdey uses his patented system to this day in building their double guns. As a comparison, this shotgun sold 20 years after the sale of that patent for over 68 pounds Sterling, nearly double the price of his most valuable invention. This is a wonderful double gun built by one of England's most respected gun makers and designers and owned by one of America's most successful entrepreneurs and pioneer of modern photography. A truly investment grade, best quality London double. {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Engraved and Cased Remington Double Deringer

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 601)

serial #L92163, 41 RF Short, 3" barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very handsome Type III deringer with barrel address reading "REMINGTON ARMS--UMC. CO. ILION. NY.". The barrel and frame of this deringer show lovely relief floral scroll with punchdot shaded background. The work is very nicely done and is clearly period, possibly in New York. The backstrap has a large coarsely flattop checkered panel at the center with relief scroll at the butt. The deringer is in very nice condition retaining 98% silverplated finish overall. The surface has a lovely, warm lightly tarnished appearance. The deringer is equipped with a pair of mother-of-pearl grips which rate excellent showing slight dulling with age. The gun comes in Rosewood veneered case with compartment for deringer and a 10 cartridge shell block. The case is lined in green baize and has a unengraved monogram plate in center of lid. A very handsome Double Deringer. (1B9857-44) {C&R} (1500/2500)

Rare James Purdey Assisted Opening Sidelock Single Barrel Trap Gun

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 601)

serial #23634, 12 ga., 31" ventilated rib barrel with a bright excellent bore choked extra full (.046" constriction). The gun is nitro proofed for 1 1/4 oz. loads with 2 3/4" chambers; the bore diameter remains .729". This is a beautiful single barrel trap gun with left mounted sidelock and matching right mounted sideplate. The action and lock feature full coverage rose and scroll engraving with both lock and sideplate being engraved "J. PURDEY & SONS". The gun is equipped with a cocking indicator and there is no safety as is the norm on competition guns. The Sir Joseph Whitworth fluid pressed steel barrel is engraved with the Audley House address and features double locking underlugs along with a third fastener in the rib extension. The condition of the shotgun is very nice with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with beautifully stippled top surface of rib and with center and forward ivory bead sights. The action, lock and sideplate retain about 90 - 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened just slightly and having a pleasing rich appearance. The checkered straight grip buttstock and beavertail forend rate excellent with nice drop points and over 90% original finish remaining. The checkering remains sharp and the edges crisp. The gun has a 14 1/4" length of pull with drops of 1 1/2" and 2 3/8". Purdey began making Single Barrel Trap guns around 1920 when Trap shooting was popular in America. The gun functions properly with robust ejector. A total of 59 of these guns were made, making them one of the rarest Trap guns ever produced. Being best quality London guns, they are also among the highest quality trap guns ever produced. (1C9336-2) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Fine James Purdey Best Quality Sidelock Assisted Opening Double Ejectorgun

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 601)

serial #20038, 12 ga., 29 1/2" Sir Joseph Whitworth Compressed Steel barrels with bright excellent bores choked improved modified and full (.027" & .039" constrictions). The barrels are nitro proofed for 1 1/4 oz. loads and the chambers just a tad under 2 3/4". The action and locks feature full coverage rose and scroll engraving and are also engraved with a numeral "2" on the top lever, forend metal and top of rib. The gun features ejectors, cocking indicators and double triggers with articulated front. The top rib shows the South Audley Street address and each lock is engraved "J. PURDEY & SONS". The bore diameters are .736 in the right tube with a minimum wall thickness of .024", the left bore diameter is .732" and the minimum wall thickness is .030". The condition is very nice with the barrel retaining 95% of what appears to be its original black finish, all markings and proofs remain clear and legible and the finely engraved border at breech is very crisp. The action and locks show over 90% of their original color case-hardened finish which has faded over time but still shows subtle swirls of color throughout - the surfaces have a very pleasing and honest appearance. The checkered straight grip buttstock and splinter forend are of nicely figured English walnut and rate very good plus with lots of original finish and perhaps a little added light oil. The fine checkering remains strong and the gun wears a leather faced solid red rubber recoil pad. The ejectors are in time and function properly when opened normally. If the gun is opened very slowly the right ejector hangs up. The gun has a 14 1/4" length of pull with drops of 1 1/2" and 2 3/8". A fine 1911-production Purdey double gun which is tight and ready to go afield. (1F9336-1) {C&R} (8,000/12,000)

Browning Superposed Lightning Midas Grade Over Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 601)

serial #47729S5, 12 ga 26 1/2'' ventilated rib barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with excellent bores and 12 ga 28'' ventilated rib barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The 28'' barrels retain about 98% original blue with some slight marks from takedown and some light handling marks ahead of the forend, the 26 1/2'' barrels retain perhaps 98% original blue with some handling marks and slight thinning, these were clearly the workhorse of the duo. Each barrel is marked ''47729S5'' with ''P1'' and ''P2'' respectively. The frame, areas near the barrel breeches and forend metal have been intricately-engraved by Chief Engraver André Watrin whose signature is visible on the frame's left-side. The engraving consists of tight foliate scroll and punch-dot shading with cross-hatching in the area around the lever and detailed patterns along the forend metal as well as gold inlaid game scenes; a grouse in flight is seen on the belly, three ducks in flight on the right flat and three pheasant on the left. The frame shows slight hints of edge wear and still retains near 95% original blue with even fading elsewhere. The high-gloss round-knob pistolgrip checkered walnut buttstock is near excellent with some minor handling marks and a few tiny blemishes and the beginnings of some slight crazing on the flats near the frame, the oval initial plate in the toeline is engraved ''MAC''. Each set of barrels is equipped with a high-gloss checkered walnut forend, both are excellent with the 28'' barrel forend showing some very tiny chips around the forend metal. Each piece of wood shows fantastic shellflame and feathercrotch grain pattern. The gold single selective trigger shows some wear and the shotgun is equipped with a non-automatic safety, 2 3/4'' chambers and ejectors with each barrel set fitted with an ivory bead front sight, a slightly-tattered hang tag is still affixed to the triggerguard. Included is a fitted leatherette case with a slightly worn interior and moderate scratches on the lid. This 1965 Superposed Lightning is the perfect union of art and function, the engraving and gold inlay is spectacular and the two barrel configuration is perfect for knocking down a myriad of game birds. (22D9685-3) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Fabulous Merkel Model 201E Custom Engraved and Carved Shotgun

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 601)

serial #46030, 12ga., 28" barrels choked full & full with bright excellent bores. Barrels retain 99% plus lovely quality hot rust blue, the right side of the top tube showing some very very minor oxidation. The frame shows 99% vivid case colors. The workmanship on this shotgun is stunning. The gun features nine gold inlays along with some gold bordering. In addition to the factory engraving on the frame the gun has had further embellishment by the addition of three waterfowl inlays, a woodcock, a setter with pheasant in mouth and two grouse on the top lever. The top lever shows lovely gold line border engraving with stippling and two carved-in-relief grouse, the most stunning of these is flying within the pierced top lever thumb piece. The safety as well features an inlaid and carved gold border and the rear-most portion of the barrel rib has a gold inlaid fleur-di-lis; even the triggerguard has been wonderfully chiseled, sculpted and pierced and is engraved in nice quality flowing scroll. The checkered European walnut, capped pistolgrip stock and three-piece field style forend rate excellent showing a top-quality refinish. The left side of the butt shows a rounded cheekpiece, the right side has been masterfully carved with a game scene, the animals are carved ivory, showing a pointer and two pheasants. The pistolgrip cap as well is ivory with a steel inlay of the setter with pheasant, this encircled by a gold inlaid border and the toeline has a blued steel monogram plate with three gold inlaid chiseled monogrammed initials "SJK". The rib wears an ivory bead which is surrounded by a 10th gold inlay in a dual-fleur-di-lis pattern. The embellishments on this gun are lovely, the craftsman has plied his art carefully and the results are tastefully understated and not gaudy in any way. The gun of course features cocking indicators, ejectors, an articulated front trigger and non-automatic safety. Lock-up is with Greener crossbolt, the arm is tight on-face and seems to function well mechanically. Proofed in 1957. (3E9730-59) {C&R} [Frank Grzasko Collection] (4000/6000)

Parker VHE Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 601)

serial #227629, 20 ga. on a ''0'' (zero) frame, 28'' Vulcan steel barrels choked modified in both, with bright about excellent bores, the right tube showing a couple small dings which were neatly raised near the muzzles. The barrels retain about 90% original blue, the loss is due to even fading and toning to a pewter and deep gray patina, with a few flecks of light surface oxidation, the expected handful of small handling marks and scratches from field use. The frame remains quite nice retaining about 97% original color case-hardening which is muting on some of the high edges and contact points showing a couple flaked areas around the triggerguard and some very light surface oxidation on each of the flats. The checkered capped pistolgrip American walnut buttstock rates otherwise very fine with just a few handling marks and light wear, unfortunately the toe chipped at some point and was sanded-over, showing an about 1'' flattened section. The splinter forend rates very good with a few more handling marks. The length of pull from the single selective trigger to the Parker dogs head buttplate is 13 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/4''. The gun features automatic safety, ejectors, single selective trigger and locks up tight on-face with the top lever still right of center. The gun functions well mechanically with the exception of the left ejector which does not trip. Parker Gun Identification & Serialization lists the configuration of the arm as having ejectors but does not mention the single selective trigger, it is clearly a factory trigger as the frame is stamped with the appropriate ''L'' and ''R'' which would've had to have been done prior to the case-hardening process. It would seem a simple matter for a good wood man to repair and camouflage the toe, the wood there being very straight-grained. A handy and quick-pointing selective trigger smallbore double ejector Parker that will serve just as well afield as it will as an investment. (3C9741-2) {C&R} (2000/4000)

Parker VH Boxlock Double Shotgun

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 601)

serial #237408, 16 ga., 28'' vulcan steel barrels on a No. 1 frame choked improved modified and tight full with excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% original blue with some faint edge wear and a few handling marks and a couple tiny light scratches. The frame has darkened somewhat but retains 90% very nice remnants of case-hardened color the balance a mottled smoky gray-brown. There is crisp zig-zag-style border engraving and ''PARKER'' is marked on the belly. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock and splinter-style forend are excellent as having a light coat of added varnish with sharp checkering and fantastic contrasting feathercrotch figure in the butt. The buttstock is equipped with a checkered hard rubber Parker dog's head buttplate with a couple minor blemishes at the toe, the length-of-pull is 14'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 1/2''. The barrels are marked ''MERIDEN.CT.'', the frame's belly is marked ''PARKER'' and the ''BROS'' has been omitted from the buttplate, all evidence indicating that this gun was produced just after the Remington take-over of 1934 but before they moved to Ilion, NY. The barrels lock up tight and there are double triggers and an automatic safety. A very nice mid-30s Parker for the hunter and collector alike. (22B9808-23) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Parker VH Boxlock Double Shotgun

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 601)

serial #235109, 12 ga., 30'' vulcan steel barrels on a No. 1 1/2 frame choked modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% original blue with some faint silvering of the high edges, some very minor signs of handling and couple very tiny dings in the left tube that do not transfer to the bore. The frame retains perhaps 98% original vivid color case-hardening with the only notable loss being some slight edge wear, thinning along the operational points of the top tang and lever's tip. This frame is marked ''PARKER BROS'' on the frame flats and has nice crisp zig-zag border engraving. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and splinter-style forend are excellent as having a light coat of added varnish and a few very light handling marks and tiny blemishes, the checkering is sharp with subtle, but nice, figure. The checkered hard rubber dog's head buttplate is simply-marked ''PARKER'' and the length of pull is 14 1/4'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 3/4''. The gun features an automatic safety, double triggers and the barrels lock-up tight and on-face. Simply a nice early-30s Parker with tons of original metal finish. (22B9808-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Fabulous Abbiatico & Salvinelli Castore Sidelock Self-Cocking Double Hammergun

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 601)

serial #764, 20 ga. 2 3/4", 26" barrels with bright excellent bores choked about improved cylinder and modified (.010" and .014" constrictions). This is a lovely example of 20th century Italian artistry in arms. The action and locks are engraved in full coverage game scene engraving bordered with Baroque relief floral scroll. The top of the action is in full relief floral scroll as are the sides of the hammers. The right lockplate shows four flushing grouse in forest and pasture background. The belly of the action shows two woodcock taking flight out of the ground cover. The left lockplate shows flushing bobwhite in a lovely forest and pasture scene with a farmhouse in the background. The triggerplate is signed "S. Venzi & R. Sanzogini Inc." adjacent to front bow of the guard and the front trigger. This shotgun features ejectors, double triggers, self cocking hammers, articulated front trigger, rolled edge triggerguard and a non-automatic safety. The gun features beautifully figured Circassian walnut straight grip buttstock and splinter forend with checkered butt. The shotgun remains in excellent condition with the barrels showing 97% original blue finish overall. The maker name "ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI" is gold inlaid in small letters, the right leg of the "V" along with the following "I" are missing their gold - this should be an easy fix of one wished to correct it. The action shows an even, unblemished silver-gray overall with all engraving crisp. The stocks rate excellent with 98% original finish remaining and with very sharp checkering, crisp edges and dropper points. The gun handles beautifully weighing just a little over 5 1/2 lbs. with a 14 3/8" length of pull over the checkered butt and with drops of 1 1/2" and 2". The shotgun comes in its original Nizzoli made leather trunk style case with cleaning rod and implements. This shotgun shows very little use and is a lovely example of a modern hammergun with all the bells & whistles and extremely fine embellishments. A classy and classic shotgun for the sophisticated shotgun enthusiast. (1F9821-1) {MODERN} (12,000/18,000)

Extremely Rare Factory Game Scene Engraved Remington Hepburn No. 3 Match Grade "B" Rifle

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Old repaired 4" crack at left stock flat and checkering

serial #1242, 38-40 Remington, 27" part round part octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. Rifle features all matching numbers on frame, barrel, and grain of forend, end grain of buttstock and on inside of the Swiss buttplate. This rifle shows beautifully executed scroll engraving on the action with a wonderful feeding buck in the center of the left panel. The detail in the animal is excellent with its ribs visible through its fur. The patent markings on the left side of the frame are also hand engraved rather than being stamped as is typical. The octagonal section of the barrel is engraved with nice border work and fine scroll wedges at the transition to round. The muzzle shows tasteful border engraving with a matching fine scroll wedge ahead of the front sight. The forend tip as well as the Swiss buttplate are also engraved, as are all the screwheads except for the tang sight screws. The condition of the rifle is very nice with the barrel retaining 90% original blue finish overall with most loss being in one area on the right side of the round section where there is a cleaned area, where it is silver with some light pitting left behind. No attempt has been made to camouflage this area, a testament to the honest nature of this rifle. The action shows about 70% original color case hardened finish which is strongest on the right side where protected by the lever. The left side shows faded color and a darker smooth brown patina where finish is missing. The breechblock and hammer both show lots of bright original blue. The rifle is stocked in a lovely grade of English walnut and feature factory checkering on the pistolgrip and forend. The stocks both rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The nose of the comb has a tiny period brass tack with a 1/8" diameter head which the Vernier knob makes contact with protecting the stock from the typical repetitive dings from the sight leaf being folded. The rifle is sighted with what appears to be a European windgauge front sight with an open globe and a key necessary to adjust, rather than the knurled knob that we find on American sights. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight and the rifle features a short range Vernier tang peepsight. This rifle is features in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn where it is illustrated and described on pages 94 & 95. The closeup of the left side of the action is also featured on the end flap of the dust cover. In describing the rifle, Rowe states "Engraved Hepburns are incredibly rare with just a handful known. This rifle was at one time in the John Amber collection". A very rare, fine and investment quality Hepburn rifle suitable for the most advanced Remington collector. (1H9790-81) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Ithaca Grade 4E New Ithaca Double Ejectorgun

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 601)

serial #439499, 12 ga, 30'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels retain perhaps 98% original blue, there are a couple tiny bottom dings right and left and a few light handling marks with the detailed engraving around the breeches and extension remaining crisp. The Grade 4 engraved frame and triggerguard have toned to a pleasant gunmetal gray patina with some faint freckling and nice color remaining on the water table. The engraving is crisp with billowing scroll, a duck in flight left and a pheasant right. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock with red Ithaca pad and splinter-style forend with inlaid ebony tip are very good with the stock fit slightly off at the wrist-to-frame fit, likely an easy fix, and the checkering worn mostly flat-top. There is a small impact mark in the left cheek, small chips at the top tang and some other blemishes with very nice figure running down from the comb and attractive fleur-de-lis checkering patterns. The ejectors are very strong, barrels tight and on-face, there are pin-style cocking indicators on each side of the lever, double triggers and a 15'' length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2''. Included is a good condition leather leg-o-mutton case. An attractive NID well-equipped to knock them down in style. (22B9771-15) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Very Fine U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Martial Pistol by Robert Johnson

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 601)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows proper "U.S. / J.H. / P" inspectors initials and the lock is properly marked and dated "1844". The condition of the pistol is very nice with the barrel and other brightly finished metal surfaces remaining smooth and bearing a lovely even light gray patina. The lock shows a good deal of mottled original color case hardened finish with markings remaining crisp and fully legible. The walnut stock rates excellent with 95% original oil finish remaining, crisp edges and two excellent cartouches. To the rear of the cartouches on the stock flat there are a couple old, light scratches that wouldn't merit mention if the gun was not in such fine condition. A very fine example of the last U.S. flintlock martial pistol that many consider to be the finest ever made for both aesthetics and function. (1C9833-93) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Martial Pistol by Waters

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 601)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel shows proper "U.S. / J.H. / P" inspector's initials and the lock bears proper Waters address and is dated 1844. All markings in metal remain clear and legible with all metal surfaces remaining quite smooth and generally free of any pitting. The brightly finished metal surfaces show a pleasing mellow gray patina with some very minor scattered light oxidation staining present. The lock is a somewhat darker gray patina blended with some faded color case hardening. The walnut stock rates about excellent with a good deal of original finish and with two sharp cartouches on stock flat. The stock surfaces show some scattered light handling marks, the majority of which are on the left stock flat but the cartouches thankfully remain unaffected. The pistol remains in its original flintlock configuration with all lock components being original and with the touchhole undisturbed. A very nice Waters 1836 flintlock pistol. (1C9833-53) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Martial Pistol by Aston

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 601)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2" barrel with a very good bore. This pistol bears proper barrel markings "US / J.H. / P" and is dated "1847" on the tang. The lock shows proper markings and is also dated "1847" to rear of hammer. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and the metal is very smooth with just the smallest amount of light oxidation staining and no discernable pitting. The brass backstrap, butt, triggerguard, barrel band and sideplate all show a pleasing untouched patina. The walnut stock rates excellent with lots of original finish, well-defined edges and strong "WAT" cartouche on left flat. Ahead of the cartouche is a period stamped "32" which is a rack or inventory number of some type. A very fine example of these handsome percussion martial pistols. (1C9833-70) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Colt Pocket Model Of Navy Caliber Percussion Revolver

Lot #94 (Sale Order 94 of 601)

serial #15323, .36 caliber, 4 1/2" octagon barrel with a very good bore. This revolver is in very nice condition and shows all matching numbers on the barrel, frame, cylinder, barrel wedge, backstrap and triggerguard. The barrel shows proper New York address and retains about 70% original blue finish with silvering on high edges and other areas showing a brown patina. The cylinder shows 90% of its stagecoach holdup scene and is mostly a smooth brown patina with traces of original blue in protected areas. The frame shows about 40% original color case hardened finish which is darkening and has a pleasing appearance. The brass gripstraps show a mellow patina overall. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good with 70% original varnish remaining and with scattered light handling marks from the years. The hammer shows good original color, the loading lever is mostly a gray patina with some color mixed in. A nice Pocket Navy Colt. (1B9898-17) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Lovely Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum Revolver With Special Order Sights

Lot #95 (Sale Order 95 of 601)

serial #53601 (Reg. No. 2920), 6'' barrel with a bright excellent bore which actually appears unfired it is so brilliant. The metal surfaces retain 98 to 99% original blue, the only true loss being the beginning of a very light turn ring on the cylinder with perhaps a tiny bit of muzzle wear. The grooved hammer and trigger retain all their original color case-hardening, the right upper interior edge of the trigger showing only some very slight silvering. The checkered magna grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent to as-new and are stamp-numbered to the gun on the interior of the left panel. All of the numbers are matching and the arm is fitted with a King reflector front sight and a square notch rear. The face of the cylinder retains all its blue with a tiny bit of flash evidence, the breech face of the barrel is immaculate with a tiny line of loss on the inside strap just above the forcing cone, the recoil shield at rear of frame retains all its original blue with none of the telltale drag marks from being rotated with ammunition in it. The arm comes with its original box, the blue box with gold lettering rates about very good with scuffing along the sharp edges of the lid and a bit of darkening or soiling from the years, both end labels fully readable, the left showing a bit of water staining. The box initially appears unmarked but close inspection with a loupe shows remnants of what appear to be the top of the number five and a ''6'' at the center, highly likely the original box. Factory records indicate the revolver shipping with a king gold bead front sight, this has obviously been changed to a red bead. A beautiful registered magnum from which it would be difficult to upgrade. (39908-20) {C&R} (6000/8000)

Remington Turkish Contract Prototype Rolling Block Rifle Formerly of Remington Factory Collection

Lot #96 (Sale Order 96 of 601)

450 Turkish, 34" barrel with Henry patent rifling and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to some very fine mild oxidation staining and freckling scattered along its length along with a few minor handling marks. The action and barrel bands retain about 96-97% original bright blue with high edge wear and mild thinning along the bands and the action showing some sparsely scattered light freckling and remnants of a hardened protective grease. The upper tang shows strong E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates, the left side rear barrel band is stamped with a Turkish star and crescent over "H" and the front band with the same but over an "L". The smooth walnut stocks remain in about very fine condition retaining most of their original oil finish showing a thin 2 1/8" repaired sliver along the edge of the ramrod channel behind the front band, below this a very thin 3" missing sliver and otherwise just a few sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "174". There is no cleaning rod present and the rifle is equipped with sling swivels, right side saber bayonet lug to accept the Model 1874 Peabody saber bayonet, military sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. According to Mr. Squier's notes only three of these prototypes were produced. A very fine example that would make an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13C9670-358) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/4000)

Remington 1879 Argentine Artillery Rolling Block Carbine, Former Remington Factory Collection

Lot #97 (Sale Order 97 of 601)

43 Spanish, 23 1/2" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome little carbine retains about 80-85% original blue thinning and toning overall to a pleasant deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered very fine faint scratches and light freckling. The action, barrel band and buttplate retain about 97% vibrant case-hardened colors showing some very mild muting along the tangs and heel of the buttplate along with some very sparsely scattered mild freckles and remnants of protective lacquer in the protected areas. The hammer, breechblock and small action parts are partially bright showing some scattered gray freckling and the tang address and patent dates and Argentine model designation atop the breech remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining much of their original oil finish with a few scattered light dings and handling marks. The left side butt is stamped with a small "46" and it retains the original Remington factory collection brass tag numbered "33". The carbine is equipped sling swivels, military sights and long right side saber bayonet lug and the action seems to function well mechanically. Issued carbines generally saw very hard use and this remains a very fine example as-retained by Remington. (13C9670-193) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Extremely Rare & Important Confederate Artillery Drum Captured by 13th CT Vol. at Irish Bend

Lot #98 (Sale Order 98 of 601)

Recently deaccessioned from the collection of the New Britain Youth Museum of New Britain Connecticut, this bass-size drum has been in their possession since the mid-1950s. While the name of the benefactor has sadly been lost to the years, the drum has been in storage as it did not fit with the current mission of the museum and working and developmental capital was a priority over artifacts which would likely never see public exhibition. The drum is as honest as they come and shows a wonderful uncleaned oxidized patina from the years with ingrained dust in the protected areas from its long stint in the store room. Each of the hoops shows strong remnants of a red-burgundy milk paint, the top hoop with numerous chips and flakes along its edge, starting to warp slightly from the years. The shell may be ash or some sort of yellow southern pine and shows a very pleasing ochre tinge to what appears to have been white or buff-colored wash, the dark mahogany-toned wood beneath evident in the numerous small flaked areas. What appears to be antique replacement rope and four original tugs are present, drying and very brittle from the years showing remnants of a buff colored paint or die, the replacement tugs each also showing minor drying and flaking; there is a tiny strand of original rope present beneath the top hoop. On the body of the drum can be seen a hand-painted crossed panoply of two Confederate states ''First Flag'', stars and bars, with a count of 12 stars, the paint has faded a bit and flaked somewhat from the years, and the circle of stars can actually be counted on the right flag, one cannot get an accurate count of the original stars painted on the blue field of the left flag due to flaking and fading. The top and bottom heads are both a deep coffee-tobacco colored patina, the top head more of a buff color at the worn center section where stick impact would have been. Each of the heads has been very neatly painted with a commemoration of the date and place of capture, the bottom head the most illustrative ''Captured From The Enemy/At Irish Band LA/April 14, 1863'', this was the date that the 13th Connecticut Regiment, along with elements of 25th Connecticut and 159th New York, was engaged with the 1st Louisiana Field Battery, the ''St. Mary's Cannoneers''. The details of the battle are scrupulously written down in numerous reports on the subject and very nearly precisely match the paragraph on the bottom head of the drum ''Taken Together with a Gun and Caisson, Two Officers Horses, a Battery, Flag and a Young Brown Bear, Two Years Mascotte of the Regiment''. The volume History of the 13th Infantry Regiment of Connecticut Volunteers During the Great Rebellion details the very day in-which the 13th Connecticut engaged the Louisiana men, the 13th utilizing a firing and loading on-the-march technique (''this mode of firing--firing while advancing in line of battle--is not laid down in the tactics'' the narrative reads). The volume detailing reports from onlookers: ''When the 13th commenced firing it didn't sound like the other regiments, but there was a steady roll without any break in the sound for near ten minutes.... That rebel battery ceased firing mighty quick''. Lieut. Leonidas Hall of the 1st Louisiana quoted ''I never heard such firing.....It seemed like a never ending peal of rolling thunder, I knew something had to give way in front of the 13th, for no troops that ever breathed could stand such a fire as that''. The same narrative in that same volume details the retreat of the St. Mary's Cannoneers, and the capture of ''two caissons, one limber, four artillery horses, many swords, muskets, a great quantity of ammunition, 60 prisoners and a large and elegantly embroidered silk flag'', that flag of the St. Mary's Cannoneers was in the archives of the State of Connecticut for years, eventually being returned to Louisiana. The drum itself measures about 28 3/4'' in diameter and is 20'' tall, and has a braided carry rope, no doubt done at the time it was re-strung. While the 13th is not mentioned anywhere on the drum, there is absolutely no doubt they were the only Connecticut Regiment to capture the aforementioned gun, caisson, officers and horses as well as the flag at the Battle of Irish Bend, the drum being donated to a Connecticut Museum supports this inevitable conclusion. An absolutely wonderful Confederate drum, a museum grade American treasure from that great conflict. Note that the due to fragility and the size, extra shipping will apply on this item. (15,000/25,000)

Rare Remington Argentine Contract Prototype Rolling Block Rifle, Former Remington Factory Collection

Lot #99 (Sale Order 99 of 601)

50-70, 36" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 96-97% original blue showing some mild thinning to pewter patina around the muzzle, a few scattered tiny dings and errant freckles. The action, barrel bands and nosecap retain strong case-hardened colors throughout, perhaps 80%, particularly vibrant along the right side action and more protected areas with overall toning to a pleasant pale gray case-hardened patina with the bow of the guard and left edge of the action toning to a mild brown patina. The hammer, breechblock and action pins retain about 98% original blue showing some mild high edge wear, the buttplate retaining about 90% original blue with overall mild thinning and the pin retainer and rear sight spring retain much of their lovely fire blue. The Remington address and patent dates along the upper tang remain intact and crisp and the barrel bands are marked with the familiar "U" stamps. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining much of their original oil finish with the butt having darkened somewhat from the years and showing a very thin 1 1/2" sliver missing along the edge of the ramrod channel just behind the nosecap, a couple very thin drying cracks also behind the nosecap and otherwise just some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the buttstock retains its original Remington factory brass tag numbered "141". The rifle is equipped with sling swivels, military sights, blue-finished cleaning rod and right side saber bayonet mount and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example for the Remington collector. (13C9670-244) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Presented to George Dimick, 1st and 12th Vermont Infantry

Lot #100 (Sale Order 100 of 601)

serial #206625, .31 cal, 4'' octagon barrel with a very good bore which shows strong rifling and bright areas but with light oxidation and some scattered very light pitting. The barrel itself remains quite nice retaining perhaps 95% original blue, with wear to pewter on the sharp edges of the octagon and overall very light oxidation staining, the right side barrel lug showing numerous tiny impact marks in the area of the wedge. The loading lever retains some strong trace color case-hardening and the six shot cylinder has some trace original blue with a strong cylinder scene and four of the hammer rest pins remaining. The frame remains very pleasing with perhaps 80% original color case-hardening, primarily on the left frame flat, with a bit on the right as well, the hammer and trigger toned to a pewter patina. The triggerguard and backstrap remain very nice with perhaps 97% original silver plate, the backstrap with the period inscription ''G.E.Dimick/From/Co.E 9th Regt. Vt. Vols.'', clearly a gift to Capt. Dimick from admirers in the 9th Vermont infantry. The one piece walnut grip rates very fine with nearly all its original varnish and only light wear along the sharp edges and a few minor handling marks scattered about, it is numbered to the gun on the interior in antique ink pen. George Dimick did two tours, the first with the 1st Vermont Infantry, the second with the 12th. George Dimick of Woodstock Vermont enlisted in May 1861 and mustered into company B of the 1st Vermont Infantry, he was promoted to sergeant in June of that year. At the expiration of his three months, he waited nearly a year to re-enlist, this time as a Second Lieutenant into company B of the Vermont 12th Infantry. He was promoted to first Lieut in December of that year and Capt. in January 1863. It is interesting to note that the 9th Vermont mustered into service July 1862, and were later actually captured in September 1862 at Harpers Ferry. After being paroled they spent much of their time in Virginia and the war in the East, as did the 12th Vermont, it is highly likely that Mr. Dimick assisted or somehow met up with the 9th along the way. What he did to garner the admiration of Co. E and to earn such a nice gift is lost to history, but further research may be rewarding. All of the numbers on the arm are matching including the wedge and the gun functions very well mechanically. A modern image of Dimick is included with the arm in an antique tintype frame with pressed foliate scroll border in the back half of a book-type casing. The revolver itself remains in very nice condition overall and is a fine arm in its own right, the fact that it is identified to this interesting fellow from Woodstock Vermont who did his duty for his country twice makes it all-the-more desirable to the Colt or Civil War collector. (3C9827-2) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

Whitney-Remington Mexican Contract Rolling Block Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot #101 (Sale Order 101 of 601)

serial #52372, 43 Spanish, 35" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting, mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and action of this rifle retain about 90% factory restored rust blue showing some thinning and toning to mild gray-brown patina around the muzzle and high edges of the action, some scattered light dings and sparse remnants of smoothed-over light pitting along the action. The barrel bands have toned to a pewter-gray patina and the hammer, breechblock, action pins and split retainer plate remain bright. There is a small punch mark on the action pins, hammer and breechblock and the upper tang markings have been buffed out. The remaining markings are still quite strong and mostly intact with the top of the barrel shank stamped with a Mexican Phrygian cap emblem over "R.M.", the top of the action stamped with a large "8" and a slightly softened Phrygian cap over "R.M." on the right side action. The left edge of the action is also stamped with "11. 97.", perhaps an inventory date. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very good plus to about very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of oil finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttstock retains its original Remington factory brass tag numbered "828". The sling swivels, military sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting example of a seldom-seen Mexican contract arm evidently acquired by Remington. (13B9670-245) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/1500)

Fine Cased Pair of Inscribed Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolvers

Lot #102 (Sale Order 102 of 601)

serial #255057 & 256793, .31 cal, 6" octagon barrels with mostly bright very fine bores showing some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting, with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a handsome pair of 1864-made revolvers with lovely period inscription along both backstraps "Capt Jno. F. Rodgers, U.S.A." The barrel of No. 255057 retains about 70-75% original bright blue showing overall flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina, along with a few scattered light dings along the edges and right side around the wedge. The cylinder has mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina showing a few mild brown freckles and strong flakes of original bright blue scattered about, the safety pins remain mostly intact and the stagecoach cylinder scene is completely intact and quite crisp. The frame and hammer retain about 90% vibrant case-hardened colors showing overall mild muting, a few tiny dings along the edges and some sparsely scattered very light oxidation staining. The left barrel locator pin has broken off and the loading lever has mostly toned to pewter patina showing mild oxidation staining, the plunger with strong case-hardened colors. The triggerguard and backstrap retain about 40% silver finish mostly around the guard, taking on a lovely dark tarnish with the balance toned to a pleasant ocher patina and the inscription remaining completely intact and strong. Some of the screw heads show some light slot wear and otherwise retain strong bright fire blue, the trigger and wedge also with fine fire blue. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine to near excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing a tiny drying crack at the base of the right side and some scattered light dings. The arbor is un-numbered, the wedge is mismatched numbered "54948" and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The hand spring is either weak or broken but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically when held down with solid timing and lock-up. The barrel of No. 256793 retains about 92% original bright blue showing some mild high edge wear, some sparsely scattered specks of light oxidation staining and a number of small dings on the right side near the wedge. The five-shot cylinder retains perhaps 20% original bright blue with the balance flaked to pewter gunmetal patina, the safety pins are mostly intact and the stagecoach cylinder scene is completely intact and quite crisp. The frame, hammer and loading lever retain about 92% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing some toning to pewter along the loading lever, a few mild freckles and handling marks along the frame. The left barrel locator pin has broken off. The triggerguard and backstrap have mostly toned to a lovely dark ocher patina showing some mild tarnishing and remnants of dark silver finish around the triggerguard. The inscription remains completely intact and strong and the screw heads, trigger and wedge retain almost all of their brilliant fire blue. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in near excellent condition retaining about 98% period reapplied antique varnish showing an expertly repaired small chip at the right edge and some other minor handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The revolvers are housed in a lovely period French-fitted mahogany case that rates very fine retaining much of its exterior varnish showing some mild staining and fine grain cracks along the lid, the base with a few moderate drying cracks and showing remnants of original green paper covering. The interior is lined in a fine deep purple baize with dark green accenting, showing some light scuffs and a couple small detached areas. The case contains a number of fine original accessories including a partial japanned tin of Eley's caps with green label and Colt's callout, fire-blued nipple wrench that shows damage on one prong, dual cavity Colt's Patent bullet mould that retains about 90% original blue, showing some scattered moderate dings and crisp "31 PKT" stamp and patent markings and a fine Federal Eagle powder flask marked "COLTS PATENT" retaining strong original finish with some mild staining and tarnishing and the spring with strong fire blue. Research indicates these pistols were very likely presented to a Captain John Frederick Rodgers of Connecticut who was commissioned a Second Lieutenant into the U.S. Army Quartermaster's Department on July 21, 1862 and was promoted to Captain on July 28, 1866. He remained an army man for life, retiring January 13, 1894 and passing away on August 25, 1899. This is a very attractive pair of revolvers with a lovely period casing and inscription. {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Johann Jacob Kuchenreuter Flintlock Sporting Pistol

Lot #103 (Sale Order 103 of 601)

44 cal, 9 1/2'' tapered round barrel with side flats and integral top rib showing a mostly bright, very fine bore, with scant shallow rifling. This is a very lovely and very ornate gun, which typifies the exquisite work this family of gunmakers is known for. The barrel retains a lovely antique blue-gray, flaking to brown on the high and contact areas, with a simple silver blade style front sight with inlaid legs across the surface of the barrel, the rear sight is a dual square notch blade, one standing one folding, plated with gold, affixed to the tang. The makers name is in the aforementioned integral barrel rib and there is open flowing chiseled scroll to its rear with a small grotesque within, this ahead of the sunken impressed gold makers touch marks atop the barrel and the left and right diagonal flats. The early style lockplate has beveled edges with a light step at its rear and features a nice faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. The frizzen spring has lightly chiseled edges and tailpiece, the lockplate itself with game scene engraving and light flowing scroll on the swan neck cock. All of the brass furniture features a gold wash or plate, the ramrod thimbles faceted with engraved and chiseled tailpipe extension. The fancy triggerguard has an urn and foliate front extension with a small grotesque and intertwining rococo scroll on the bow, it is numbered ''No. 53'' on the triggerguard's tang. The dual lobed strapped buttcap as well shows game scenes left and right with the same open flowing chiseled rococo scroll which continues onto the cap of the butt, the fancy sideplate with a martial panoply and open rococo scroll as well. The stock appears to be French walnut and rates very fine with a bone forend tip showing a slight schnabel, with open flowing carved rococo scroll in the forestock area and surrounding the tang and rear of each lockplate. All of the edges remain crisp and the arm appears to be unmolested with original finish, a very small ''3'' on the right side of the grip between the butt strap and fleur-de-lis scroll, at the rear of the lockplate. There is a fancy gold monogram plate affixed atop the wrist, chiseled in relief with the bust of some nobleman adorning it. The arm features its original horn-tipped ramrod and is equipped with a single set trigger, currently the lock will hold on its safety notch only and not at full cock. The Kuchenreuters were Royal arms makers to the House of Thurn and Taxis, this arm of sufficient quality to certainly have been made for nobility of that royal household. A beautifully executed German flintlock from the early-mid-18th-century. (3G9670-425) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Fine Flintlock Sporting Carbine-Pistol by Kuchenreuter

Lot #104 (Sale Order 104 of 601)

.62 cal, 7 1/2'' round barrel with a bright about excellent deeply rifled bore. This is a very interesting pistol with a very interesting iron keyway inset by the maker into the wrist of the stock which would accept a detachable buttstock, although in this case it is lost to the years. The barrel is lightly swamped and has an integral rib its full-length and shows exceptional wide flowing wootz-style damascus pattern with a nice silver blade front sight with chisel front extension. ''Kuchenreuter'' is inlaid in silver atop the rib and there are scant left and right bolster flats, the right showing a platinum vent liner. The tang is unadorned but has a simple three leaf rear sight, one standing, two folding, all with shallow v-notches. The lockplate is lovely with beveled edges with a pronounced step at the rear and a small teat. It remains very bright with its mirror-polished finish brilliant, the swan neck cock with dual rococo style vertical bolsters front and rear, the waterproof pan culminating in a bridled frizzen with fancy curlicue chiseled tail, the roller style spring neatly chiseled with a small finial extension. The arm features silver mountings overall and was likely part of a sporting set. The ramrod thimble and tailpipe are lightly engraved while the front extension of the wide bow triggerguard shows light intertwining engraving and scant chiseled fleur-de-lis front. The wide flared silver butt cap has dual straps with light floral petal scalloping surrounding the cap proper, which has a capital script ''P'' engraved thereon. The semi-fancy silver sideplate mimics the chiseling and engraving at the triggerguard's front extension and is neatly engraved ''1''. The European walnut stock rates excellent with a nice horn forend tip, light island carving on each stock flat and around all of the furniture, the tailpipe with light flourishes of scroll, additional light scroll surrounding it, and nice open carved flowing scroll around the upper tang ahead of the buttstock socket. The arm retains all its original varnish and shows no restoration or sanding, with a few light handling marks here and there and an interesting carved letter ''M'' on the diagonal portion of the stock between the tang and the sideplate. The buttstock socket would've accepted a dual-winged key which quarter-turned into the piece to lock it, allowing one to use the long range sights on the arm if necessary, obviously using the close range sight when using the pistol as a side arm. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the arm is equipped with a single set trigger which functions well and the original horn-tipped ramrod is present. As expected, a beautiful Kuchenreuter pistol, it would be interesting to have a talented craftsman construct an appropriate buttstock. (3D9670-502) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Rare Early Cased Adams Patent 1851 Double Action Percussion Revolver by Tranter

Lot #105 (Sale Order 105 of 601)

serial #20254Y, .45 cal (50 bore), 6 5/8" octagon barrel with a good-very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. This is an early revolver made under license by William Tranter with the particularly rare feature of a counter-clockwise rotating cylinder. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mottled dark gray patina with some scattered remnants of light pitting, more moderate along the cylinder, and some lighter handling marks here and there. The metal surfaces are lightly embellished with a few foliate flourishes and all of the markings are still clear. The topstrap is marked only "LONDON", the right side frame with "ADAMS' PATENT" and the serial number, "ADAMS / 1851 / PATENT" on the left side frame and clear London proof marks. The checkered one-piece walnut grip is assembly-numbered to the frame and remains in very good plus condition showing some small areas of compressed points, handling marks and strong checkering overall. The revolver is equipped with a peg on the left side of the frame for Tranter's first model rammer and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lockup. The included mahogany case is quite nice showing some scattered light dings and a small chip to one bottom corner. It is lined with green baize and contains a number of attractive original accessories including: detachable Tranter-marked first model rammer, small James Dixon powder flask (its spring will require some mechanical attention), nipple wrench with screw-in pick, unmarked oil pot, a brass-tipped rosewood handle cleaning rod and perhaps rarest of all, a brass-handled dual cavity 50 boreconical bullet mould with Tranter patent stamp. There is also a spot in the case for holding paper cartridges. A fine example of a desirable Adams revolvers with a host of early features and accessories. (13B9686-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3500)

Fabulous Pair Of Silver Mounted Prussian Martial Holster Pistols by Johann Saps

Lot #106 (Sale Order 106 of 601)

About .60 cal., 12 1/4'' barrels showing very lightly oxidized bores. This is a lovely set of uncut, completely original long-length horseman's holster pistols. The barrels are a very pleasing smooth pewter gunmetal patina with German silver half-moon front sights, dual turned medials about halfway down their length and small turned medials at the junction from round to octagonal. Each has a dovetail tang and are maker marked lightly on the top flat ''Lazari Cominaz''. Each of the toucholes is lined in gold and the arms, while showing evidence of use, were extremely well-cared-for. The banana-shaped locks have beveled front edges, pronounced teat at the rear end, are convex, as-are the swan neck cocks. Each of the lockplates is marked along their lower beveled edge ''I.C. Saps'' with ''Berlin'' hiding atop the bevel behind the frizzen spring. The unbridled frizzens are lightly sculpted and the frizzen spring is chiseled with foliate tail. There is a nice medial ridge beneath the rounded pan and small chiseled ribs running around the circumference of the lockplates and hammers. There are lovely faceted flared German silver ramrod thimbles with the triggerguard front extension chiseled and engraved with an urn and foliate motif with a small grotesque at its base, the bow lightly engraved, the rear extension faceted. Each of the rear extensions is engraved in turn ''P/No./2''. The silver dual-strapped buttcaps show light borderline engraving with a loose open scroll drapery and fabulous grotesques at the butt proper. The arms are stocked in European walnut which shows some lovely grain figure here and there and rate very fine with sharp edges and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years. There is island carving around all of the furniture with some light excellent quality open flowing scroll at the rear of the dovetail tangs. Each of the stock flats has been branded with a capital letter ''K'' and feature a pierced open flowing rococo scroll sideplate with unengraved monogram field and a grotesque serpent at the front of each devouring the front lockplate screws. The locks are very crisp and mechanically functional and the original brass faced ramrods are included (one may be a later antique replacement but it is of the finest quality and mimics the other rod precisely); the top jaw and screw of one arm show evidence of having been lightly cleaned but appear to be original. Bresican gunsmith Lazarino Cominazzo was known for his very fine work, this house has sold arms in the past equipped only with his barrels, they being of excellent quality and harvested for use on later arms. Johann Christoph Saps (I.C. Saps / Berlin) according to Stockel was the regimental gunsmith from 1744-54 for the ''von Kalckreuth'' Infantry Regiment No. 4, of Jung-Larisch's 2nd Division, hence the large capital ''K'' branded into the left stock flat. A very lovely pair of large martial holster pistols, no doubt utilized by some officer of import and wealth as was common in that time period. (3F9670-432) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/7000)

Cased Tranter Model 1868 Double Action Revolver with Retailer Markings

Lot #107 (Sale Order 107 of 601)

serial #39274, 450 CF, 4 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel and ejector assembly of this second pattern revolver retain about 97% original bright blue showing some faint high edge wear and a few small spots flaking to gray-brown patina. The frame and triggerguard retain perhaps 40% original bright blue showing heavier flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina and a few spots of light pinprick pitting. The trigger and hammer are mostly bright showing some scattered gray freckling, a number of the small parts retain vibrant fire blue and the cylinder is a silvery-gray patina. The loading gate still shows good case-hardened colors while the buttcap retains some smoky remnants of colors. All of the markings are crisp and clear and the topstrap is retailer-marked ''FREDERIC T. BAKER / 88. FLEET STREET. LONDON.'' The one-piece checkered walnut grip remains in excellent condition showing a few tiny dings, crisp checkering and retains almost all of its original varnish. The cylinder and barrel are matching the frame by assembly number ''33'' and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lockup. The included oak case is lined with green baize and remains in very good plus to near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings, scratches and the lining shows some small tears and light staining. The brass lock escutcheon is missing but a key is provided and the lock is functional. The interior lid has a very nice Frederic T. Baker retailer label showing a few spots of light staining and the only accessories present are a brass cleaning rod with wire brush and a separate bronze brush attachment. A very attractive Tranter revolver with corresponding case. (13B9686-14) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Rare Cased Tranter Model 1879 Double Action Revolver with Calcutta Retailer Markings

Lot #108 (Sale Order 108 of 601)

serial #4915, 450 CF or 455, 6'' ribbed octagon barrel with a good to about very good bore showing some scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 70-75% original nickel finish with areas flaked along the muzzle, frontstrap and sides of the cylinder and some spots of light oxidation staining. There is a small patch of heavier cleaned pitting along one of the cylinder flats but the other areas are mostly a smooth gray and light brown patina blending rather nicely with the remaining nickel. Some of the small parts and screw heads retain faint remnants of nice fire blue and all of the markings are crisp and clear with ''W. TRANTER'S PATENT'' on the left side frame and retailer markings along the topstrap that reads ''R.B. RODDA & Co LONDON & 7 & 8 DALHOUSIE Sqe CALCUTTA.'' The checkered one-piece walnut grip remains in very good plus to near excellent condition showing some light handling marks, nice checkering and strong original finish. The lanyard ring is intact and the cylinder is matching the frame by assembly number ''702''. The revolver is equipped with an ''inspection catch'' that allows the revolver to be opened without engaging the extractor. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lockup. Nickel-plated revolvers were very popular for colonial service as the finish was more resistant to the harsh tropical climates. The included original oak case is properly retailer-marked with a nice R. B. Rodda & Co., Calcutta interior label that shows some areas separating and staining but is still clearly legible. The case is lined with green baize and remains in very good condition showing some light dings and chips around the edges, strong exterior finish and some small tears and light staining along the baize. The brass lock escutcheon is missing, there is no key present and an original cleaning rod with brass head is included. Only about 1000 of these revolvers were produced and this is a fine example with nice original casing and interesting shipping destination. (13B9686-13) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Exceptional Leonard Francolini-Engraved Colt Single Action Army Second-Generation Revolver

Lot #109 (Sale Order 109 of 601)

serial #S02836A, 44-40, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent, unfired bore. The metal surfaces on this stunning revolver retain 99% plus rich engraver-applied blue. This 1994-engraved revolver features stunning loose flowing foliate scroll with fine background punch-dot shading. This intertwining scroll is exceptionally beautiful and covers about 75% of the arm. There are lovely loose flowing 24-karat gold scroll foliate-ribbon inlays and extensive gold wire work accenting all parts of the arm, much in a lovely flowing scallop-like pattern. The hammer spur has been neatly, finely narrowed and gracefully contoured and nicely checkered and the frame screws have a stunning gold scroll inlays as well. The factory markings have been replaced with flush gold inlaid facsimiles and there is even a tiny gold Rampant Colt on the rear face of the loading gate. The front sight has been neatly pierced in a pattern which matches the scallop-like gold wire inlay and is neatly engraved as well. This exceptional revolver wears a one-piece ivory grip which is very finely checkered in a beautiful scallop pattern and rates excellent as-new. Mr. Francolini has signed and dated the front of the frame, his name in gold and the date inlaid in fine silver wire. As expected the arm is unturned, unfired since leaving Mr. Francolini's hands. The revolver rides in a lovely French-fitted Huey case with forest green interior and two lovely ebony-handled turn screws, each with a tiny Rampant Colt applied to the handle, the interior of the lid with a nice ''Colt/Firearms/The Arm of Law and Order'' leather label. A letter of authentication is provided, signed by Mr. Francolini and notarized, an original sales receipt is included as well. Truly an exquisite and one-of-a-kind arm for the advanced Colt or engraved arms collector. (3E9765-9) {MODERN} (15,000/25,000)

Rare Adams Model 1851 Double Action Percussion Revolver by Tranter

Lot #110 (Sale Order 110 of 601)

serial #8129R, .44 cal (54 bore), 4" octagon barrel, neatly shortened during the period of use, with an about very good bore showing scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain perhaps 70% original bright blue showing overall light flaking to mild gray-brown patina, scattered spots of old light pitting and handling marks. The cylinder has toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some faint traces of silvery case-hardened patina and some scattered light dings. The trigger shows strong fire blue while the intact spring-loaded hammer block safety retains some good remnants of fire blue. The arm is embellished with double line bordering and a few tasteful foliate scroll flourishes, the markings remain mostly crisp and clear and the topstrap is retailer-marked "DEANE ADAMS & DEANE. 30. KING WILLIAM ST'T LONDON BRIDGE." The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a couple very light dings, minor handling marks and nice checkering. The backstrap is equipped with hardware for mounting a detachable stock that very much appears to be maker-installed with engraved screw heads and light embellishment around the edges. This revolver features counter-clockwise cylinder rotation, unusual and seldom seen on British revolvers, no front sight is present and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A nice example of a rather rare Adams patent revolver with a number of interesting features. (13C9686-4) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Colt Factory C-Engraved Second-Generation Single Action Army Revolver by Bob Burt

Lot #111 (Sale Order 111 of 601)

serial #58141SA, 45 colt, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent unfired bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original factory nickel with no discernible wear. The arm features factory C-grade coverage engraving in Colts typical loose open flowing scroll with a lovely background punch-dot accenting, the work signed by Mr. Burt beneath the grip frame ''Colt Engr RB Burt'' in cursive script. The arm now wears a pair of later, good quality genuine stag grips, they fit quite well however they are quite proud along the butt; they doubtless could be easily fitted a bit better by a patient craftsman. As-mentioned the arm is un-turned, un-fired since leaving Colt, it comes in a blue custom shop box with outer shipping sleeve without end labels. Perfection in Colt factory engraver Bob Burt's art. (3D9746-3) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Stunning Colt Single Action Army Revolver by Master Engraver Wayne Deangelo

Lot #112 (Sale Order 112 of 601)

serial #S480998, 45 Colt, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright as-new bore. This is an absolutely stunning revolver, no detail was spared in its engraving, embellishment and finishing. The revolver retains 99% plus post-engraving bright nickel finish of the finest quality. The revolver has been engraved in near full coverage by Mr. DeAngelo, the only areas unengraved are the underside of the barrel where the ejector rod head would slide, the cylinder flutes, left and right of the triggerguard and the frontstrap. The balance features open flowing scroll, some tight scroll, nice checkerboard and geometric engraving and foliate patterns as well, all of this with lovely background punch-dot accenting. Mr. DeAngelo has his own take on the wolf's head hammer, often seen on percussion-era revolvers, this example very endearing and neatly executed. The revolver wears a one-piece carved-in-relief ivory grip with dual steer heads left and right, each with a ruby eye. It fits flawlessly and was executed by Mr. DeAngelo at the same time the arm was engraved. A former Chief Engraver for S&W and contract engraver for Colt, Wilson Combat, Nutmeg Sports and others, Mr. DeAngelo has engraved some of the most beautiful firearms in some of the finest collections that exist. This revolver is no exception and is flawlessly executed and wanting for nothing. Destined to be the centerpiece of any collection of fine Colt firearms or embellished guns, definitely investment-grade, a work of art in steel and ivory. (3E9740-38) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

Colt Factory B-Level Expert Engraved Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #113 (Sale Order 113 of 601)

serial #S14698A, 45 Colt, 3 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent, unfired bore. This is an exceptional revolver, B-grade engraved but in ''expert'' level, with delicate diminutive flowing intertwining scroll and very light background punch-dot shading, coverage appearing very much to be more C-level than is typical of B- level. The arm is absolutely as-new, un-fired and un-turned since leaving Colt and features a shopkeepers or ''sheriffs'' length barrel, but with an ejector rod housing. It comes with a pair of factory genuine smooth mother-of-pearl stocks which, while un-numbered, fit precisely as-expected. The grip frame is signed on the interior by Colt Master Engraver Jan Gwinnell ''Engr JLG'' in fancy script. The arm comes in its original blue Colt Custom Shop two piece box with papers and white outer sleeve with custom shop end label, serial numbered to the gun, confirming 3 1/2'' barrel, nickel, two-line barrel address, ''B'' expert engraving and pearl stocks. Of course all numbers are matching and the 3 1/2'' barrel with the ejector rod housing is an impressive little package and a very cool configuration. A sublime Colt destined for the collection of only the most discerning Colt collector. (3D9746-8) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

Scarce Factory Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #114 (Sale Order 114 of 601)

serial #SA06891, 45 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with an excellent unfired bore. This is a Model P1850 B, research indicates this is one of the scarcest variations of the factory engraved revolvers with a 5 1/2'' barrel and unfluted cylinder. The metal surfaces are Class B engraved with about 50% crisp coverage American scroll, the interior left-side grip frame is marked ''COLT ENG''. The barrel, grip straps and unfluted cylinder retain 99% original royal blue with a speck of oxidation at the tip of the front sight. The frame retains 99% vivid case-hardened color with two very minor and mostly-unobtrusive marks on the topstrap where the metal may have contacted some type of solvent. The smooth ivory grip panels are excellent plus and display wonderful mellow striations; this is a fine specimen that has likely been handled very little since it left Hartford in the late 70s. Included is an excellent condition fitted leatherette Custom Shop case and original shipping sleeve, the sleeve's end label indicates ''N.F cyl'' for the unfluted cylinder and shows Model P1850. (22C9746-2) {MODERN} (2500/3500)

Excellent Colt Model 1902 Commercial Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #115 (Sale Order 115 of 601)

serial #40668, 38 ACP, 6'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very lovely pistol in a very fine state of condition. The metal surfaces retain 98 to perhaps near 99% original blue, the only loss is due to very very tiny scratches scattered about the guns surface, primarily on the underside of the frame and a few on the slide, but they are tiny and missed at first glance. The hammer retains nearly all its original vibrant color case-hardening with only very light wear at its leading edge, which is completely hidden when the hammer is down, and the lanyard loop retains all of its original vibrant color case-hardening. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent to as-new and the grip screws exhibit brilliant blue. The muzzle remains bright as-does the portion of the barrel which is exposed through the ejection port. Included with the arm is a single fully blued magazine marked on its bottom ''Cal .38/Colt''. The included factory letter shows shipment in August 1920 to Luetkemeyer Co. of Cleveland, Ohio in a single gun shipment. So often we find these guns with beautiful external condition and then find that the bore rates only very good as it was shot once or twice with corrosive ammunition and not properly cleaned, this example is an exception to that rule as it is just as lovely inside as it is out. A beautiful Commercial Model 1902 pistol with excellent investment potential that would be a positive addition to any Colt or automatic pistol collection. (39908-22) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Excellent Colt Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #116 (Sale Order 116 of 601)

serial #C114879, 45 ACP, 5'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is very handsome pistol, the arm retains perhaps 98% original blue, the loss due to a tiny bit of sharp edge wear at the muzzle but primarily a few light scratches on the guns left side, a very small reassembly scratch on the frame and a few circumferential scratches up on the slide, were it not for these marks the gun would be a 98% to near 99% arm. The frontstrap does show a few minor handling marks here and there, but the flat mainspring housing retains nearly all its original blue with a few light handling marks. There are a few very tiny freckles of oxidation beneath the slide stop and a tiny pit or two on the right side near the ''Colt Automatic'' marking, these are all unobtrusive and missed at first glance. The double diamond checkered walnut grips rate excellent and the grip screws exhibit lovely bright original blue, the lower right with a tiny bit of slot damage. Included with the arm is a single two tone lanyard loop magazine which rates excellent, showing one small ding on its left side, it is pinned-base. The barrel is completely unmarked but for ''S16'' on the underside near the lug, perhaps indicating that it is a G.I. barrel, its throat is immaculate and the face of the breech shows nearly all its original blue with a tiny bit of wear. Really a very lovely 1911 Commercial Model pistol which appears to have seen very little, if any, use and no doubt spent most of its life in a drawer awaiting trouble. The handsome arm would be a very much at home in a purple box. (3B9908-23) {C&R} (3000/5000)

U.S. Colt Single Action Army Ainsworth Inspected Cavalry Model Revolver

Lot #117 (Sale Order 117 of 601)

serial #9921, 45 LC, 7 1/2" barrel with a very good bore. This is an all original revolver which shows matching numbers on the barrel, cylinder, frame, triggerguard and backstrap. The early slanted barrel address remains very clean as do the twp-line patent dates on the frame. The revolver comes with a Kopec letter of authentication dated March 9, 1998. Kopec points out the nice markings, that the gun has never been enhanced by any gunsmiths and that it was likely one of the revolvers issued to the 8th Cavalry based on known 8th Cavalry issued guns in this serial range. It shows all the correct early features including the markings, doughnut shaped ejector head, ejector rod housing with barrel boss, small cylinder bolt stops, etc. Kopec mentions the only part not original being the cylinder pin retaining screw, which still shows some blue and could be toned to match better. The gun shows matching "A" sub-inspectors initials on bottom of barrel, cylinder, triggerguard and top of backstrap. There are also initials "P" on bottom of barrel and on the cylinder. The metal surfaces of revolver show an even medium gray brown undisturbed patina with some scattered oxidation staining and light pitting near muzzle and on rear of barrel ahead of cylinder. There is also some very light pitting on the outer edges of the recoil shield but all of this is unobtrusive, the markings are nice and the surfaces show a lovely honest appearance. Screwheads remain quite clean and the one-piece walnut grip shows wear commensurate with the balance of revolver and shows no remaining insepctors marks. The grips show wear and some loss to left toe and right heel. This is a very honest example of an Ainsworth inspected, 1874 production Colt Cavalry Single Action with Kopec authentication letter. (1D9898-21) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

Very Fine U.S. Colt Single Action Army Artillery Model Revolver

Lot #118 (Sale Order 118 of 601)

serial #94854, 45 Colt, 5 1/2" barrel with a very good bore except for a small section of moderate oxidation near the front sight. This revolver features a David F. Clark inspected frame, "G" inspected triggerguard #71078, Ainsworth inspected barrel #3759 with correct early slant address, Ainsworth inspected cylinder with small bolt stops #0963 (extremely light), Ainsworth inspected backstrap #10104, early doughnut ejector head and early ejector rod housing with barrel boss. The condition of the revolver is excellent with the barrel and ejector rod housing retaining about 95% original blue finish with some scattered very light specks of surface oxidation staining and feathering still visible around front sight. The cylinder shows about 90 - 95% original finish with an identical surface as the barrel. The frame shows over 90% strong original color case hardened finish with scattered light specks of oxidation staining. All markings are clear and legible except the cylinder number which was previously mentioned. The backstrap shows about 40% original blue blending with a pleasing smooth brown patina. The triggerguard has nice striations down the front strap and shows about 65% original blue. The grips are completely unmarked, look very nice, are the proper style but the fit is slightly off and they may be from a different, commercial revolver. An extremely handsome, high condition Artillery Single Action Colt with a lot of early components. (1C9898-20) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

U.S. Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Model Revolver

Lot #119 (Sale Order 119 of 601)

serial #3716, 45 Colt, 7 1/2'' blackpowder barrel with an about very good bore which shows strong evident blackpowder rifling but with light pitting its full-length, a couple spots a bit more moderate. The barrel, cylinder and the triggerguard retain about 95% Colt factory blue, the arm obviously returned to the factory for service post-1902, with the cylinder, backstrap and frontstrap of triggerguard all bearing factory refurbish number ''685 B''. We date the refinish to post 1902 as the left leg of the triggerguard features the ''VP'' verified proof and the original Single Action Army barrel was roll marked with the later ''Colt Single Action Army 45'' marking on its left side at the time of the service, Colt obviously not letting a gun leave without a caliber marking at that time frame. The frame was not touched at the time and is a pleasing plum and pewter patina with scattered light and pinprick pitting, it and the loading gate are assembly numbered to one another and the ''U.S.'' marking on the left of the frame remains clear and legible. The hammer and trigger appear original and unmolested with the hammer spur showing the correct coarse checkering, the firing pin was replaced at some point, there being small peen marks around the rivet. The revolver features its original one piece walnut grip, antique ink pen numbered to the gun on the interior, rating very fine, perhaps showing a bit of a light cleaning as the edges are somewhat soft; there are no remnants of cartouches and their fit is excellent. The underside of the barrel is early style with the drilled recess for the ejector rod housing bolster just to the rear of the ejector rod housing screw hole, the remnants of a ''C'' inspectors mark can be seen as well as a capital letter ''G'', along with a number ''741''. The barrel is clearly first-generation and the early roll marking exhibits the correct broken characters within the die for a barrel this era; perhaps installed on the gun at the time of the refurbish, or just refinished then. Ejector rod is latter style with the kidney bean-shaped ejector rod head rather than the bull's-eye. There is a bit of surface oxidation scattered about the surfaces of the barrel and the grip straps have flaked and toned to a plum brown patina. The cylinder exhibits minor timing issues but is original to the gun, numbered identically to the frame, triggerguard and grip frame, all ''3716''. It shows a small ''A'' Ainsworth inspectors marking as does the triggerguard and top of the backstrap with tiny ''C'' in the hammer cut below the sight groove. A couple screw slots show some light damage but otherwise they are unmolested. While Springfield Research Service does not list any data on this serial number, gun number 3632, 84 numbers away from this, is listed as ''7th Cav. Recovered'' in December 1880 and number 3667, 49 numbers away from this, was issued to ''Co. D, 6th Cav.'', February 20 of 1876. A very respectable U.S.-accepted Single Action Army revolver that no doubt saw time on the Western plains in some troopers holster. (3D9670-485) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Scarce Portuguese Contract K98K Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot #120 (Sale Order 120 of 601)

serial #H5902, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1941-dated rifle retain about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered fine oxidation staining along the barrel, a few tiny spots of light pitting along the wood line, some thinning to gray-brown patina along the triggerguard and some small moderate scratches or light dings along the front sight base from hood removal. The barrel bands show moderate thinning and toning to a deep gray-brown patina and the receiver ring showing some mild discoloration or flaking of the finish. The brg-coded cupped buttplate is a dark gray patina showing some mild freckling. All markings remain strong with very nice Portuguese crest over "1941" on the receiver ring, Mauser commercial address on the left wall, eagle firing proofs and proper Mauser Waffenamts. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very good condition having been very lightly cleaned and are mostly devoid of finish showing a couple of very neatly repaired thin cracks; one above the recoil bolt on the right side, and one rather more moderate along the right side that extends for about 7" back from in between the bands, and loops around to about the middle of the handguard on the left side. The repairs are well executed and they go almost unnoticed at first glance. The stock otherwise shows just some scattered light dings and handling marks and the original markings remain visible with "(Eagle) / 135" on the right side butt and large Portuguese crest over "1941" on the left. The buttstock is matching the receiver along the toe line and the handguard is also matching internally. Strangely, the barrel band spring is mismatched numbered "3092" but the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included is the original matching bayonet with mismatched scabbard "H81". The bayonet rates very fine retaining about 90% original blue showing some overall mild thinning to gray-brown patina and a few light dings along the grip spine. The blade shows light scabbard wear and a somewhat rough sharpening of the edge while the scabbard retains about 80% original blue. The walnut grips show some light dings and the bayonet is stamped with "(Eagle) / WaA883" and "88" Waffenamts. A very nice example of these interesting contract Mausers. (13B9736-9) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Fine U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by James Mowry

Lot #121 (Sale Order 121 of 601)

.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces display a handsome muted silvery patina with some softened fine pitting on the bands and in a few scattered areas on the barrel along with some scattered small areas of light staining, a few tiny spots of old light oxidation on the triggerguard and a few tiny impact marks on the barrel behind the rear band. The lockplate and hammer display some attractive smoky case-hardened colors with the lockplate properly marked ''1864'' behind the hammer and with a Federal Eagle ahead while ''U.S. / JAs D. MOWRY. / NORWICH. CONN.'' is below the bolster. The breech of the barrel is also dated 1864 while the quarter flat bears a clear ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof and ''CBC'' inspection initials are on the left flat. The black walnut stock rates very fine with nice crisp edges around the stock flats with a very tiny chip ahead of the triggerguard and rear lockplate screw and some scattered light handling marks overall. The left flat features a boxed ''HS'' inspector's cartouche along with a smaller ''R'' and lined-out ''2'' inspection marks while a lightly softened ''S'' is behind the triggerguard. The original sights and sling swivels are intact, a correct cupped tulip-head ramrod with retaining swell and threaded end is included and the action remains very strong and crisp. Also included is a U.S.-marked Model 1855-70 bayonet in very good plus condition showing some scattered areas of fine pitting and light staining which fits on the barrel perfectly. James D. Mowry supported the Union war effort by delivering 22,000 Model 1861 rifle-muskets between 1863-1864 with this lovely example remaining in a very high state of condition. (23A9736-10) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Scarce German vz.24 Bolt Action Rifle Reworked Into K98K Configuration

Lot #122 (Sale Order 122 of 601)

serial #2318, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some light oxidation and fine pinprick pitting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this interesting rifle retain about 70-75% original blue, showing some overall thinning and toning to a mild gray-brown patina, along with a few areas of minor pinprick pitting along the extractor and trigger with some scattered areas of very light oxidation staining and mild freckling. All markings remain crisp and clear with the receiver ring showing the original "CESKOSLOVENSKA / ZBROJOVKA / =BRNO=" markings and Czech 1935 acceptance date on the left side. The German replacement barrel shows the appropriate eagle firing proof, the left side receiver ring also with eagle firing proof, German reapplied serial number and "XXI" Posen depot code. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing a few very thin mild lamination cracks along the butt, some scattered light dings and handling marks one would expect from military service. There is a very small dent at the toe of the buttplate but this is unobtrusive, the stock is appropriately stamp-numbered matching along the toe line also showing two faint Waffenamts, a "D" and a "P" and the handguard is matching as well. As would be expected from the depot rebuilt arm, the parts show a number of Waffenamts, the barrel bands and buttplate showing "(Eagle) / 1", bolt with "(Eagle) / 140", bolt sleeve "(Eagle) / 37", "(Eagle) / WaA519" on the rear sight base and "(Eagle) / WaA25" on the floorplate. The triggerguard is the original Czech-marked part. The barrel band spring is numbered "5992", the bayonet lug "98" and the front sight hood and cleaning rod are no longer present. The remaining serialized parts including the bolt parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive and desirable rifle that would make a very fine addition to any advanced German martial collection. (13B9880-1) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Very Fine Bergmann Model 1910 Semi-Auto Pistol by Pieper

Lot #123 (Sale Order 123 of 601)

serial #8736, 9mm Bergmann, 4" ribbed round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some fine oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to a small area toning to gray-brown patina showing some light oxidation at the heel, light freckling along the gripstraps, some very faint high edge wear and tiny handling marks. The small parts remain bright showing some very mild gray freckling here and there and the extractor retains most of its lovely brilliant fire blue showing a few spots of minor silvering. The serial number is somewhat light, the "8" having been double-struck and the other markings remain strong with nice Pieper maker markings on the left side. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish and showing just a couple very lightly chipped points, minor dings, and their fit to the frame remains excellent. Strangely the receiver, locking block, rear sight piece and bolt are numbered "3736" while the firing pin and its retainer are matching the frame "8736" in what appears to be an honest factory error. One original magazine retaining about 95% original blue showing some light freckling and thinning is included. The magazine is stamp-numbered matching the pistol and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive example of these interesting and desirable pistols. (13B9890-4) {C&R} (3000/4000)

Prototype Joseph Rider Patent Outside Hammer Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot #124 (Sale Order 124 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Neatly repaired chip at toe

38 RF, 24" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This very rare prototype Rolling Block rifle is beautifully engraved with game scenes on its frame. The top flat of the frame is marked "J. RIDER / PAT'D / JAN'Y 3, 1865" which is the only marking on the rifle. The frame shows fabulous large foliate punchdot shaded scrollwork with a running buck being taken down by a dog on the right side while the left shows a buck with head up high feeding on leaves on a tree branch. The hammer and triggerguard also show nicely executed tasteful scrollwork. The rifle is a takedown with laterally mounted tapered pin through the frame locking into the bottom of the barrel at breech, a system favored by many percussion era gunmakers. The condition of the rifle is superb with the barrel and frame retaining about 97% original blue with thin areas starting to show a pleasing smooth brown patina. All markings and engraving remain crisp and screwheads are clean. The rifle features checkered walnut stocks which show extremely fine figure on both sides of stock with straight grain through the wrist, a very fine and carefully selected piece of walnut. The forend is highly figured as well with horn tip and both show checkered panels with curved flowing borders. The fancy scroll triggerguard and buttplate are of nickel-plated brass with 95% nickel finish remaining overall. The buttplate has an hinged oval trapdoor which is steel and engraved in scroll. The rifle is sighted with a simple stud front mounted in dovetail and a flip up rear ladder sight mounted on the top of the barrel. Both sights are beautifully hand crafted as is the balance of the rifle. This rifle is featured in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 14 and 15 where it is illustrated and described. Marcot notes that this rifle is almost identical to another rifle made by Remington and submitted for Ordnance Trials in early 1865. The rifle comes with a second original 24'' octagon barrel in 32 RF and a period wooden takedown case. This is an interesting rifle which was a predecessor to the famed Remington Rolling Block. A fine opportunity for the Remington collector to acquire a rare and exceedingly handsome Rider patent rifle built by the inventor himself. (1E9670-122) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (8,000/12,000)

Austrian Contract C96 Semi-Auto Pistol by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot #125 (Sale Order 125 of 601)

serial #376136, 30 Mauser, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a little minor frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain perhaps 92% original blue with most of the wear due to some thinning from holster wear along the sides of the barrel, light high edge wear and a few scattered light dings. The bottom of the triggerguard and floorplate have been lightly dressed apparently in an effort to address a number of small dings now toning to a mix of pewter gunmetal and mottled gray patina with the floorplate showing a little added finish. The bolt and top surface of the rear sight remain bright and the fire control group is a smooth matte gray case-hardened tone. The small parts show lovely brilliant fire blue throughout with just a little minor silvering and handling marks and all markings remain crisp and clear with the right side receiver showing proper Imperial German military proof and the right chamber flat with Austrian "W-n (Eagle) 16" acceptance. The grooved walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish showing a small scratch near the base of the left panel and some light dings along the right. The floorplate is mismatched numbered "427" and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included is the original wooden holster / shoulder stock that is stamp-numbered matching "136" on the attachment hardware. The stock rates very good plus as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing a 2" thin crack through the lid button counterbore, some overall light dings and handling marks. The left side body shows a very faint Imperial German military proof below the hardware and the left side lid shows a faint Austrian acceptance stamp. All of the hardware retains a generous amount of original bright fire blue toning to a mild gray-brown patina and the stock locks up well on the pistol with a little side-to-side play. This is a very nice example of a scarce and desirable Austrian-contract broomhandle pistol with the added bonus of its original stock. (13C9888-4) {C&R} (2500/3500)

Interesting Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #126 (Sale Order 126 of 601)

serial #60 / 52, 45 CF, 31 5/8" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few small patches of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle remain mostly bright and in very fine condition showing some scattered remnants of light oxidation staining overall, some very minor mild brown and gray freckling and a very small ding on the triggerguard. The left side receiver and barrel show Birmingham provisional black powder proof marks and a small "60" on the barrel. The receiver ring also shows a faint Remington address and "PATENTED" that remains mostly legible and the rear right edge of the receiver and all of the bolt parts are numbered "52". The bolt head retains lovely case-hardened colors and the extractor shows brilliant fire blue. The bolt knob is finely knurled and the action features internal lockwork with exposed right-side hammer similar to the Ames Model 1842 Navy pistol. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a strong arsenal oil finish and some scattered light dings and dents, mostly along the comb line and right side. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, the original cleaning rod is present and there is no rear sight, the front being a simple blade. The chamber shows a heavy taper, perhaps for 577/450 or a similar cartridge. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer. A very fine rifle for the advanced martial collector, research indicates a Remington design was submitted to the British rifle trials opened on October 22, 1866 but a precise description of the arm remains elusive, whether it was an early Rolling Block design or this bolt action example remains to be discovered. Evidently the arm suffered from accuracy issues and exploded cartridges and appears to have been removed from consideration rather early, indeed all of the submitted arms suffered to some extent and it would not be until 1874 that the Martini-Henry entered service. (13C9857-1) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

Rare Geiger Patent Single Shot Sporting and Target Rifle

Lot #127 (Sale Order 127 of 601)

44 RF, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely rare and possibly unique rifle built on Leonard Geiger's patent #37,501 of January 27, 1863. The gun is completely unmarked except for a single "J" stamped into the inside of the forend along the barrel channel. The maker is not known; the quality and condition are superb. The rifle features a rolling breechblock and hammer with a large protruding striker on the hammer which fits into an opposing milled slot in the breechblock allowing the tip of the striker to contact the rim of the cartridge when fired. The breechblock locks as the hammer falls, the same as the production Remington Rolling Block rifles. While the striker is quite robust, it is likely the most problematic part of the design. The barrel retains 95% original brown finish overall which has a lovely appearance. The action features an octagon breech and shows 95% original high polish blue finish. The hammer and breechblock pins are mounted in the rounded frame and show concentric rings around each pin on both sides of action. The action retains 95% bright original high polish blue finish overall with just some very light old surface abrasions which do not detract. The fancy finger loop triggerguard houses a single trigger. All screws in the action are polished to follow the contour of the rounded action and their slots remain generally unmaligned. The rifle is fitted with checkered stocks which are of highly figured American black walnut. The toeline is flat which is often seen on percussion rifles, the buttplate is a steel rifle type and the buttstock is checkered to the action. The forend shows a small checkered panel around the retaining screw. Both stocks remain in excellent condition retaining 97% original finish with crisp checkering. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight and the adjustable tang mounted peepsight features turned base which the staff slides into with an adjustment knob ad the top of the turned base. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 12 and 13. It is described as "magnificent" in the description and Marcot estimates it was built in 1864 or 1865. A rare chance for the advanced Remington collector to acquire this important and very fine piece in the evolution of the Rolling Block. (1F9670-124) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5,000/10,000)

Remington Experimental Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot #128 (Sale Order 128 of 601)

45 CF, 31 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some faint frosting in the grooves with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle remain in-the-white having mostly toned to a pleasant pewter patina showing some sparsely scattered remnants of light oxidation staining and mild gray-brown freckling. The bolt body shows a strong fire blue finish with some remnants of black enamel and the arm appears to be unmarked. The bolt is rather Dreyse-like with a short throw and features an action cover plate, single large forward locking lug, finely knurled bolt knob, cock-on-close striker action and rear-mounted sliding safety. The smooth straight grip walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings, a couple shallow small flakes missing near the rear swivel hardware and some other minor handling marks. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "351". The rifle is equipped with U-marked barrel bands, sling swivels and a Trapdoor 1873-style rear sight and small blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting experimental rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9857-2) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

Excellent Remington Rolling Block 1879 Trials Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot #129 (Sale Order 129 of 601)

43 Spanish, 35" barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to some streaking toning to gray patina ahead of the three barrel bands likely due to removal, a few errant freckles and minor handling marks. The U-marked barrel bands retain a similar amount of original bright blue with some mild high edge wear and handling marks. The action retains about 98% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing a hint of faint thinning along the bow of the triggerguard and perhaps a couple errant mild freckles. The rear sling swivel hardware, nosecap also retain most of their lovely colors showing some wear at the heel of the buttplate. The rear sight slider spring, action pins and pin retainer plate retain 97% brilliant fire blue, the retainer plate is rather unusual being of straight design, split down the center and does not expose the left sides of the pins. The hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing some remnants of old oxidation staining and mild gray freckling while the E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates along the upper tang are mostly crisp having been poorly-struck by the factory. The smooth walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition retaining almost all of their arsenal oil finish and showing a few sparsely scattered light dings, handling marks and a small spot of finish loss along the toe line where it appears a sticker once was. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "61". The original cleaning rod, sights and sling swivels are intact, the barrel is equipped with the right-side saber bayonet lug and the action functions crisply. A beautiful Rolling Block rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13D9670-22) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/5000)

Exquisite Exhibition-Grade Pair of J Adam Kuchenreuter Percussion Pocket Pistols

Lot #130 (Sale Order 130 of 601)

.36 cal, 3'' octagon barrels showing very good bores. This astonishing set of pistols showcases the exceptionally exquisite work that Kuchenreuter was known for. Obviously made for some person of import, or more likely for an exhibition, the pistols are cased en suite in a French fitted burl faced presentation case with a complete complement of accessories and tools. The metal treatment on the arms is indeed artistry in metal. Nearly every iron and steel surface shows exquisite chiseled open flowing scroll inlays in silver and gold with the finest satin finish damascus pattern visible beneath on the barrels. The largest open flowing scroll inlays with scallop shell and floral motifs are of silver, with smaller inter-mingled gold inlays of simple scroll with scalloped floral and dot decorations. Each pistol is fitted with a diminutive simple blade front sight drift-adjustable in a tiny dovetail, with a tiny v-notch elevation-adjustable rear sight and each features the makers name inlaid in gold across the top flat ''J Adam Kuchenreuter in Regensburg'', each numbered in turn to the front of the sight blade ''1'' and ''2''. The balance of the iron surfaces are identical with the steel beneath a pewtery gunmetal finish, the hammers showing a tiny bit of light oxidation staining from the years. The lockplates are neatly rebated at their rear edges and each features a pivoting weighted hammer rest safety catch. The arms are stocked in a lovely grade of French walnut which is overall carved with flowing relief scroll with the finest background stippled shading. The grooved butts flare very slightly and are capped with lovely flat blued steel scalloped-edge plates with light gold and silver inlay, each with a very handsome chiseled silver relief cap of a male African lion, fine silver wire inlay gracing the front and rear of each grip with an unengraved squarish silver monogram plate atop each wrist. The stock flats of each pistol exhibit some light handling marks and flaking varnish but each rate very fine to excellent over all, with a tiny drying crack evident in the thin wood beneath the flared bolster area. Each pistol is equipped with a single set trigger and the locks function properly mechanically. Inside the case we find patch cutter, original bullet mould, nipple spanner, turnscrew, mainspring vise, a very neat key for adjusting the rear sight elevation, loading rod, nickel silver cleaning rod with a mallet-style head of horn, powder measure and a breech wrench, all our bright-polished, the turnscrew and nipple spanner with burl handles and nickel silver inlays. There are two nickel silver patch or cap containers and a lovely ribbed powder flask of bone with nickel silver top and bottom, its stopper has gone missing but would certainly be easy for a craftsman to fashion. The turn screws, mainspring vice and sight adjustment tool all feature the same geometric pierced cross-fleury / cross bottony quadrefoil decoration. The interior of the case is a deep forest green baize with burgundy outlining and features an impressed gold makers mark on the interior lid ''Johan Adam/Kuchenreuter/in/Regensburg''. The case proper is hardwood with an exterior walnut burl veneer applied with a small brass geometric inlay in the lid, it rates excellent, the lid slightly warped. It is clear that no expense nor effort of workmanship was spared in the construction of these arms and their accessories, it was doubtless a showpiece either in Kuchenreuter's shop proper or in some European exhibition. Kuchenreuter is known for constructing the highest-quality arms seen in the period, this pair is no exception and is worthy of the finest collection of ornate or high-quality European pistols. (3F9670-493) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (25,000/35,000)

Rare Edwin Wesson Two-Barrel Percussion Pocket Rifle

Lot #131 (Sale Order 131 of 601)

Description Update 11/09/2020: Wesson's ledgers show that this arm was shipped to John L. Brown of Boston, MA with a muzzle number of "129" and notated as a "C.S. Pistol" (cast steel). Made between March 13, 1843 and June 2, 1843

serial #175, .34 caliber, 12 3/4" barrel with an excellent bright bore. This is the earliest style of the Wesson pocket rifles which featured back action locks and bag shaped grip. The detachable shoulder stock has a patchbox and fits snugly through the gripframe. The top of the barrel is marked "E. WESSON. / NORTHBORO. / MASS" with eagle to left of the mark and "CAST-STEEL / 175" to the right of the mark. The lock shows typical mid 19th century American scroll as does the backstrap, barrel tang and breech. The triggerguard and bottom of the butt are also lightly engraved. The pistol is built on Wesson's typical takedown action with barrel affixed by a hooked lug into the tang and held in place by a single screw or bolt through the bottom of frame and into the barrel breech. Clark's patent false muzzles were used by Wesson, this one is no exception but the false muzzle is actually octagonal with just the last 3/16" turned round to facilitate the included brass starter. The false muzzle is Clark marked and is held in place by spring steel extensions which lock into corresponding notches in the sides of the barrel, the right side fastener is no longer present, the left is fully intact. The condition of the rifle is very nice with barrel retaining 75% original brown finish which is thinning evenly and surfaces remain smooth and completely free of pitting. The lock shows a perfectly smooth surface and shows a pleasing blend of faded color case-hardened finish and a gray patina. The grip frame is a mellow gray patina with traces of original finish in protected areas. The stock is German silver mounted with simply shaped patchbox with tasteful border engraving, it is held closed by a spring loaded clasp which locks into the rear of the lid. The buttplate is very typical Wesson being engraved on tang which is faceted with fancy wedding band where it meets the wood. The locking mechanism is well designed and robust with a 5/16" x 5/8" rectangular lug which fits into both iron gripstraps and locks with a spring-loaded tab which protrudes slightly from the forestrap. The condition of the stock is excellent with over 90% original finish remaining and with a very nice surface. The rifle is sighted with a fine stud front mounted in dovetail and a tang mounted lollipop rear. There is no provision for a rear barrel sight. The rifle comes with a second 31" octagon barrel in .41 caliber which is later but definitely period, mid 19th century, it is marked on its top flat simply "PHILADELPHIA". The quality of the barrel is excellent, it looks like something Krider could have made and perhaps he did. This barrel retains 98% original brown finish, the bolster is carefully shaped to match the original and the bore is excellent. The second barrel also has a false muzzle which is the normal round shape and a second starter comes with the barrel. This barrel is sighted with a rear mounted open barrel sight (missing elevator) and a fine blade front with neat removable hood. Edwin Wesson was the second of ten children born to Rufus Wesson and Betsey Baird. Rufus Wesson built agricultural plows and was never involved in the manufacture of firearms but three of his children went on to successful careers as gunmakers. Edwin was the oldest of the gunmaking Wessons followed by Daniel Baird of Smith & Wesson fame, and finally Frank Wesson who was a prolific maker of rifles, pistols and pocket rifles. Wesson pocket rifles are quite rare and this example is very fine and suitable for any collection of antique American arms. (1E9670-454) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Buggy Rifle

Lot #132 (Sale Order 132 of 601)

.36 caliber, 12" octagon barrel turned at muzzle for starter with a bright excellent bore. This little buggy rifle is completely unmarked but is unmistakably the work of William Billinghurst of Rochester, New York. The rifle is equipped with a full length target scope that is also the work of Billinghurst and it comes with its original skeleton wooden stock. This stock is not merely friction fit like many, there is a retaining screw which enters through the butt and is secured in a hollowed area on the tip of the stock. The gun was built without a triggerguard and the hammer engages directly with the trigger, externally. The condition of the rifle is nice with the barrel showing a lovely even gray brown overall with silvering on the high edges and no additional holes or other alterations of any kind. The scope is very similar in appearance to the barrel and shows slightly cloudy optics with intact reticle. The long extended barrel tang/frame shows a good deal of original color case hardened finish which has softened only slightly. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 95% plus original finish remaining and with normal light handling marks from the years. The skeleton stock is in much the same condition as the grip with wear only showing on the tapered insert. The stock socked is lined with its original nickel silver sleeve. The scope is mounted in mounts which fit within the front dovetail and adjustable mount at very rear of frame. The top of the barrel ahead of front dovetail shows adjustment marks for when a front sight is mounted in the dovetail. This particular Buggy Rifle is pictured in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 226. The gun is shown without a starter or ramrod, both are present now, the ramrod appearing to be a period Hickory ramrod shortened to fit to this gun, the starter appears to be original to the gun. Billinghurst buggy rifles are desirable, handsome, interesting and as American as apple pie. (1B9670-490) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

American Percussion Buggy Rifle Attributed to Hitchcock & Muzzy of Worcester

Lot #133 (Sale Order 133 of 601)

.32 caliber, 17" octagon barrel turned at muzzle for starter and showing a bright excellent bore. This rifle is completely unmarked but is attributed to Hitchcock and Muzzy by Mr. Squier citing a nearly identical gun which was sold at auction in 1990. The shape of frame and the grip panels is distinctive as are the turned rings at breech of frame where it meets the barrel. There is a clean out screw in the bolster which is removable with a wrench. The top of the frame is drilled for a lollipop style sight however it is not threaded and instead has a lateral threaded hole which would house the adjustment screw. The rifle is equipped with a globe front, no rear seat and the adjustable frame mounted peepsight is present, the retaining screw however is missing. A talented gunsmith could easily fashion a retaining screw using distinctive frame screws as a template. The hammer shows simple folky scroll with the balance of the gun unembellished. The condition is very fine with the barrel retaining lots of its original brown finish just silvering a little on the high edges. The brass frame is nickel plated and retains 97% of that finish with the only noticeable loss being in one small area directly adjacent to the nipple. The hammer is a pleasing mix of gray patina and faded color case-hardening. The burl walnut grips show lovely figure and are each stamped on the interior surface with die stamped letters "AJG". This same marking is also found in the end grain of buttstock beneath the buttplate. The grips rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining. The detachable stock is mounted similar to Wesson and Stevens stocks with a full dovetail mortised through the butt with corresponding lug or tenon on the stock which fits beautifully. The stock is very stable when mounted. The buttstock is of walnut and rates just a nicely as the balance of the gun with 95% original finish remaining. The buttplate appears to be silverplated and retains 99% of that finish. The rifle comes in a period mahogany case which is lined in green baize and rates about excellent with the monogram plate missing from outer lid. American percussion buggy or pocket rifles are quite rare and this is a lovely example showing excellent craftsmanship and condition. (1C9670-491) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Dainty William Billinghurst Percussion Underhammer Pill Lock Ladies Target Rifle

Lot #134 (Sale Order 134 of 601)

.25 caliber, 21" octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This little rifle follows the pattern of Billinghurst larger underhammer target rifles but is more diminutive and very slender through the wrist. The frame and barrel breech are engraved in tasteful scroll and the rifle is a takedown with tapered lateral pin passing though frame and breech extension. The barrel is an overall even rich brown patina and is marked on top flat "W. BILLINGHURST / ROCHESTER, N.Y.". There is a vacant rear sight dovetail on the barrel 7" from breech. The frame and barrel breech show a silver gray patina overall being quite smooth and with engraving remaining sharp. The hammer seems to over rotate when cocked and stays in the full rear position, this seemed like a malfunction at first but upon closer review, this was likely made this way to accommodate priming the gun with a pill. The action needs slight adjustment as when on full cock the hammer needs some encouragement to fall. The stock is of nicely figured American black walnut and rates excellent with lovely slender wrist and 95% nicely applied old restored finish. With the beauty of the slender wrist comes the risk of breakage and this little rifle shows a repaired break at the rear of the tangs. It is sound and well-repaired but still visible as a black line. The gun is equipped with a steel rifle buttplate which is engraved on the tang. The rifle is equipped with a full length telescopic sight that matches the barrel nicely in color and condition and is in all likelihood an original Billinghurst scope. The scope mounts in the front sight dovetail and the adjustable rear mount fits in the lollipop style tang hole. The optics are dark but a tapered post reticle is visible. This rifle is illustrated in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 234. A lovely little Billinghurst rifle. (1D9670-161) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)

Rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 Long Range Creedmoor "B" Grade Rifle

Lot #135 (Sale Order 135 of 601)

serial #2137, 44 2 4/10", 34" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine rifle which features all matching numbers on tang, barrel, end grain of forend and end grain of buttstock. The rifle features a checkered shotgun buttplate and a horn forend tip and conforms to Creedmoor rules with a single trigger and weighing in just under 10 lbs. with only one sight leaf mounted. The top of the barrel is marked with the "E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION, N.Y." address on the octagonal section and remains in excellent condition retaining 97% original blue finish overall. The action shows about 90 - 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened over time to a smooth pewter with color visible throughout. There is some scattered light oxidation staining in some areas which is minor and unobtrusive. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend are of English walnut and rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining and perhaps a light coat of added oil. There are the typical light handling marks as well as three round impressions, each 1/2" in diameter or less, all in a row on the left side of the butt. The hammer and breechblock show 90% plus original blue finish. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and there is a long range tang mounted peep as well as a long range heel mounted peep. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 176 & 177. Rowe discusses the chambering and that very few long range Hepburns are found marked "2 4/10" and that it is believed that this is the same as the Sharps 45 2 4/10 cartridge which is a 45-90. A 45-90 will chamber in this rifle that is factory marked "44 2 4/10" on the bottom of the barrel. Long Range Hepburn rifles are not often seen on the market, Rowe estimates that only 50 or 75 were likely ever built. A fine opportunity for the Remington Collector to acquire a very fine example of these rare rifles. (1E9670-19) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Large Bore Philadelphia Percussion Double Shotgun by Peterman

Lot #136 (Sale Order 136 of 601)

8 ga., 29 1/2'' barrels with lightly oxidized or pitted bores, a few spots which are a bit more moderate. The barrels are a silvery gunmetal patina showing some remnants of a nice chain damascus pattern in the un-faded areas, with some spots of light oxidation staining and a bit of pitting on the left tube about halfway down its length. The rib is marked ''Peterman Philada'' and there is a bit of open scroll on the rib extension between the breeches. The lockplates and the hammers are a silvery gunmetal patina with banknote filigree bordering the plates, and light sprays of open scroll, with a game dog left and right on each, and game birds at the rear of each. The hammers have nice quality tight scroll up their flats with a bit of geometric engraving on the beveled edge. The balance of the iron hardware is a pewter gray patina and shows somewhat muting, nice quality engraving with scroll and a geometric motifs, the front extension lightly chiseled. The American walnut stock rates about very good with some nice grain figure in the butt and coarse checkering at both wrist and forearm, worn primarily smooth from the years. There is a repaired crack through the wrist area that it seems tight and will not flex. There are a few minor chips or slivers missing along the edge of the forend and a small crack ahead of the right stock flat which is unobtrusive. The locks seem to function well mechanically, however the hammers are no longer in time, the right sitting a bit far forward. What is likely the original ramrod is included. Both Lewis and Abraham Peterman were active in Philadelphia around 1847, Abraham later active as Peterman & Son; the two could certainly be related. The arm exhibits quality construction and the underside of the barrels are Belgian proofed. Weighing in at 16 pounds, this Philadelphia fowler looks like it certainly spent some time on Delaware Bay. (3B9721-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Exceptional Philadelphia Large 8 Bore Percussion Double Fowler by Krider

Lot #137 (Sale Order 137 of 601)

8 ga., 40'' barrels showing only lightly oxidized bores. This is a really exceptional very large American fowler in an uncommonly wonderful state of condition. The barrels show virtually all of their lovely two tone brown damascus twist pattern their full lengths with a bit of oxidation and some very sparse, very light pitting left and right of muzzles, the balance very lovely and appearing very strong as the day they left Krider, with perhaps the sparsely scattered interspersed spot of light oxidation here or there. The breeches show some very nice smoky blue-gray color case-hardening with a small spray of open scroll on the rib extension between, the barrels exhibit British proofs on the underside as-was common on the American market in these days, Joseph Krider of Philadelphia and William Read in Boston both buying barrels in England. The lockplates and hammers show virtually all of their original vibrant color case-hardening, with very basic borderline filigree engraving, each lockplate maker marked ''Krider''. The long tang as well shows the same borderline engraving with a small swirl of scroll on the flat which matches the rib extension. The balance of the iron hardware is lovely as well with the lightly chiseled tailpipe a smooth pewter gray patina, the triggerguards front extension engraved and chiseled in a pineapple finial with a small floral decoration, showing case colors at its root with strong case colors on the bow of the triggerguard, muting somewhat on the long tang. The American walnut stock rates excellent with a few minor handling marks here or there but with extremely crisp edges and very nice checkering. There is a tiny chip and a very tiny sliver missing along the right edge of the forend and a very small crack to the rear of the tailpipe but all are unobtrusive and missed at first glance. The smooth steel buttplate shows some fading color case-hardening and is primarily a pleasing smooth pewter patina with a few spots of light oxidation here and there, it gives a 13 7/8'' length of pull to the front trigger. There is an oval monogram plate affixed atop the wrist which is un-engraved and the locks are in time and function well mechanically. The arms original ramrod is included with a flared brass end and opposite a screw-off cover with wad pull beneath. No doubt once destined for Delaware Bay, these big bore arms saw so much heavy use on water fowl they are very rarely encountered in such very fine states of condition, this is a wonderful big bore Philadelphia fowler with an overall length of 56 1/2'' and weighing in at just a smidge under 12 3/4 pounds. Really an absolutely fabulous big bore Philadelphia fowler, never seen in such a very wonderful state of condition, suitable for the finest collection of antique American arms. (3D9908-1) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

Monstrous Holland & Holland Climax Hammerless 4 Bore Under Lever Fowler

Lot #138 (Sale Order 138 of 601)

serial #6461, 4 ga., 42 1/4'' plain barrel with a very good to fine bore which is mostly bright and shows some sparsely scattered light oxidation and remnants of light pitting, one spot perhaps a bit more moderate, but the walls incredibly thick. The barrel shows a fading brown and gray damascus pattern for most of its length with a few areas lost to fading and a bit of plum brown patina, showing a few lightly scattered specks of oxidation sprinkled about the surface but with the Holland & Holland New Bond Street marking fully visible atop the barrel. The rear of the barrel shows a short raised Rigby-style rib but with a nice flip-up leaf sight installed, with heavy side bolsters and a bit of very light engraving at the breech proper. The sight flips up with a single platinum index and line and is marked ''100''. The heavy frame shows speckled silvery remnants of case-hardening intermingling with some pewter gray gunmetal, the left side flat actually showing some smoky color case-hardening. The frame and Jones under lever show very light borderline engraving with a bit of scroll on the knob of the lever itself, the left of the frame marked ''Climax Hammerless Patent''. The right side of lockplate shows the same simple engraving with ''Holland & Holland'' in riband, it is now a deep blue-gray patina. The checkered English walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates very good showing an overall refinish some years ago, reacquiring some light dings and handling marks. The checkering was neatly chased but the metal is proud over all, the lockplate quite a bit actually. There has been a 1'' ventilated recoil pad fitted for a 12 1/2'' length of pull, which would normally seem inordinately short but on an arm of this size it actually helps to balance the muzzle. The forend rates very good-fine, also as refinished, with neatly chased checkering, showing a few dings or dents within, with its schnabel-like horn forend tip re-attached, showing some remnants of a glue joint. Additionally two areas on the interior of the forend left and right have been very neatly relieved and filled with lead, hefting the buttstock it to clearly has lead within, likely beneath the recoil pad. The arm locks up tightly on-face and seems to function well mechanically and purportedly was designed for 4'' brass shells. Overall length is 58 1/4 inches weighing in at a mere 15 3/4 pounds. Included with the arm is one Gevelot Paris-marked 4 bore virgin paper hull. (3C9795-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Belgian Large Bore Under Lever Double Fowler by DuPont & Forir

Lot #139 (Sale Order 139 of 601)

serial #254, 8 ga., 30 3/4'' steel barrels with very good bores which are mostly bright but show some sparsely scattered light oxidation and some scattered pitting, with heavy thick tubes. The barrels are quite nice and retain perhaps 95-97% original blue, showing some light even fading, very sparsely scattered very light oxidation stains here and there and the expected handling marks that come from the years, primarily in the area above the lever and fore-frame (metal ''forearm"). The maker marking on rib is somewhat light but the arm appears to be in original blue with no signs of a prior rusting nor pitting beneath the finish, exhibiting only the slightly rough polishing and perhaps light tool marks that Belgian workhorse guns are known for. The rib reads ''DuPont & Forir a Liège'' and is sighted with a single bead front. The fore-frame, under lever, frame proper and the lockplates all exhibit vibrant color case-hardening, toning a bit on the underside of the lever, and at the rear of the left lockplate but about 95-97% remains. Each features the very lightest wavy borderline engraving, the fences lightly sculpted and flared. The fancy triggerguard shows the same light engraving and some strong case colors as well, with fading to a pewter at the grasping area of the wrist. The smooth buttplate retain strong colors as well, fading at the heel and toe and giving a length of pull of 13 3/4''. The locks are rebounding and the hammers in-time, and they seem to operate properly, they are a bit sluggish and no doubt could use a good cleaning. The straight grip stock appears to be Circassian walnut and rates very good to perhaps fine, showing a bit of added varnish here and there and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, the checkering still remaining crisp. The metal is a bit proud in a few areas but overall the fit is excellent and the arm locks up tightly on-face. A very handsome Belgian behemoth that appears to have seen very little and very careful use, with an overall length of 46 1/2 inches weighing in at just a bit over 13 1/4 pounds. (39795-8) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by J.P. Sauer & Sohn with Luftwaffe Marking

Lot #140 (Sale Order 140 of 601)

serial #8762n, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good bore with scattered frosting and some light pitting in the grooves, but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1939-dated ''147'' coded rifle retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, thinning on the receiver, scattered specks of light oxidation, with a concentration on the barrel around the front sight and muzzle, a light brown patina. The barrel bands and bayonet lug have been previously cleaned with the barrel bands having generous remains of blue finish, with light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation on the underside, and the bayonet lug cleaned to gunmetal gray with light oxidation staining, and some scattered light handling marks; the flat buttplate has been previously cleaned to gun metal and now shows light oxidation staining and spots of old oxidation. The laminated hardwood stock is in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a 2'' narrow and shallow sliver out of the comb, a few scattered light dings and scattered light handling marks. The stock is stamped with a soft ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark on the right side buttstock above what appears to be two softened ''WaA37'' waffenamts, two faded ''WaA37'' waffenamts on the toe line, two partially obscured ''WaA37'' and ''77'' waffenamts are marked on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock and handguard are serialized and matching to the rifle. The receiver markings remain largely crisp with some light softening of the date code and the ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts along the right side. The bolt, bolt release, triggerguard, magazine floorplate, follower, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, bayonet lug, and buttplate are serialized and matching to the rifle, and the marked parts appear to have the appropriate ''359'' and ''37'' waffenamts. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. No cleaning rod is present, but a leather sling in very good condition with a few spots of light wear is included. An attractive K98k from the beginning of the Second World War. (14A9736-26) {C&R} (1500/2000)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr

Lot #141 (Sale Order 141 of 601)

serial #2312m, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''660 / 1940'' coded rifle have a dull gray patina as previously lightly cleaned with overall traces of cleaned pinprick pitting, remnants of blue on the magazine floorplate, rear sight leaf, and stripper clip guide, bolt and some light oxidation staining on the upper barrel band; the cleaning rod and front sight hood remain blued. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with scattered light handling marks and dings and a few scattered remnants of a previous finish. The stock features a ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer mark above two waffenamts, all of which have faded, a flat buttplate that appears to be numbered to the rifle though some of the serial number is obscured, and the stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle with the stock serialization on the toe line largely faded. The receiver coding remains largely crisp with slight softening and all serialized parts are matching to the rifle and bear ''WaA623'' waffenamts, the exception is the rear sight assembly which while being serialized and matching to the rifle is marked with ''77'' waffenamts; serial numbers and waffenamts are largely clear with some softened marks. The letter ''M'' suffix on the serial number on the bolt handle is in block letters, rather than the lower-case cursive character found in the serial numbers of the receiver and barrel. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, two of the screws show light slot damage, and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is an unmarked cleaning rod and leather sling. An attractive 660-coded rifle that should still shoot well today. (14A9736-64) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German K98K High Turret Sniper Rifle by Mauser

Lot #142 (Sale Order 142 of 601)

serial #82255l, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and receiver of this late-war sniper rifle retain perhaps 85% original blue showing some overall thinning to gray patina, some sparsely scattered light freckles and handling marks. The triggerguard and floorplate have most toned to a mix of pewter and mild brown patina while the checkered buttplate is also pewter-gray. The bolt and bolt sleeve appear to be smooth gray Parkerized showing some overall thinning and operational wear while the extractor and correct milled safety retain about 95% original blue. The barrel bands are toning to plum-brown patina and the front band shows some overall light pitting and a strip of black enamel finish along its rear edge. The Ajack 4x90 scope and its mounts retain about 80% original blue showing scattered areas flaking and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina along with some sparsely scattered mild oxidation staining and a few light dings. The scope itself is numbered "51066" and features the typical German reticle with somewhat cloudy but usable optics also showing some mild occlusions around the periphery. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings, a few mild abrasions and handling marks. The initials "RC" are carved into the left side sling cutout and there is a duffel cut repaired with two dowels beneath the rear band. The stock shows a faded but visible "(Eagle) / WaA135" on the right side butt and a ghostly Waffenamt behind the triggerguard. The handguard is mismatched numbered "3759" and the stock is matching the receiver with the serial number stamped internally and a "pna" code and what appears to be a "45" date code beneath the buttplate. All markings remain intact and strong with firing proof, serial number and "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side receiver ring and as-is correct for an l-suffix gun the serial number is also hand-stamped along the left side barrel. The triggerguard and floorplate are both byf-coded with correct Waffenamts, the rear sight base and slider also with "(Eagle) / 135" Waffenamts and the barrel bands are unmarked. The firing pin, extractor and milled safety are un-numbered, the safety showing a Mauser "RW" factory stamp and the extractor and bayonet lug are stamped with a small "1" associated with Gustloff Werke. The remaining serialized bolt parts are matching the receiver. The rear scope base is stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side, the front surface of the front base is correctly stamped "U" corresponding with a "U" at the right rear edge of the tang and the front scope ring is matching the receiver. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are a reproduction rubber eyepiece and an original brown leather sling coded "dkk 44" in very fine condition showing some mild staining and handling marks. A very nice correct and mostly matching high turret Mauser. (13G9807-206) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (8,000/12,000)

Scarce Dual Coded German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Erma/Mauser Borsigwalde

Lot #143 (Sale Order 143 of 601)

serial #3922, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good bore with intermittent light oxidation but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''ax/ar / 41'' coded rifle have previously been lightly cleaned to a current mottled smoky gray patina with light wear on the high edges and contact points, generous remnants of original blue around the protected areas, a light brown patina on the rear sight base and upper barrel band, and scattered pinprick pitting and a few light handling marks; the triggerguard retains about 98% original blue finish with a light scuff mark on the outside. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as cleaned with an arsenal quality repair to the underside of the stock between the barrel bands, old smoothed chips around the recoil lug, two tight lamination cracks in the toe line, and scattered old light handling marks; the stock discs and buttplate have been cleaned to bright. The right side of the buttstock is marked with an easily legible ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer marking above two partially faded ''WaA26'' waffenamts, the stock numbered to the rifle on the toe line with the digits having faded, the handguard is crisply numbered to the rifle, and the flat buttplate is serialized and matching to the rifle with the correct ''26'' waffenamt. The receiver and barrel markings remain largely crisp with exception of the waffenamt on the right side of the receiver ring, and the barrel is maker marked ''40D0''. The bolt assembly, rear sight assembly, barrel bands, magazine floorplate, triggerguard, and bayonet lug are serialized and matching to the rifle with most marked parts having the correct ''26'' waffenamts and some having been likely lost to light cleaning. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight and appears to function well mechanically. A cleaning rod and front sight hood are included. An honest double-coded K98k that appears to be all matching. (14A9736-32) {C&R} (1200/1800)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Borsigwalde with Luftwaffe Markings

Lot #144 (Sale Order 144 of 601)

serial #6477c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore with perhaps a hint of light frosting. The metal surfaces of this ''ar / 41'' coded rifle retain about 95% original blue with light wear to the high edges and contact points, light wear around the muzzle, light abrasions and oxidation staining on the triggerguard and magazine floorplate. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with a few fingernail-sized or small filler repairs here and there with scattered light handling marks. The stock features an ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark above two ''WaA26'' waffenamts, all of which have faded but remain legible, a light ''P'' stamped behind the pistolgrip, a faint ''WaA26'' on the inside of the pistolgrip, and the stock is serialized and matching to the rifle; the flat steel buttplate has been cleaned to bright with scattered light dings from use, and is serialized and matching to the rifle and ''26'' waffenamt marked. The serialized parts, including the triggerguard screws, are numbered and matching to the rifle and appear to be stamped with appropriate ''26'' waffenamts, some of which have softened to be largely illegible. The rifle is sighted with the standard barley corn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod, front sight hood, and leather sling. A fine K98k that saw use with the German Luftwaffe. (14A9736-57) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Rare J.E. Evans Peanut Size Percussion Pocket Deringer

Lot #145 (Sale Order 145 of 601)

.41 cal, 1 1/2'' deeply straight-rifled seven-groove barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a very rare little Evans percussion pocket pistol. The lock is very characteristic of Evans examples as is the deeply re-curving under plate beneath the bolster, the barrel is primarily a plum and lightly pitted patina, only a capital letter ''A'' can be made out under high magnification, there appears to be an ''AD'' preceding it, the Evans marking normally ending in ''Philada'' (in fact the ''A'' which is discernible appears to be smaller than the other characters, which are only barely visible, the last letter ''A'' in the Evans marking was a smaller font than the previous letters in the marking). It features a scant barleycorn brass blade front sight with light engraving on the top flat and right side bolster, small u-notch rear at front of tang, with light engraving on the tang as well, which is a plum patina. The lock and hammer are now pewter and show open flowing scroll with simple scalloping or fish scale atop the hammer. The under plate is German silver as is the long extension of the triggerplate, through-which the barrel retaining screw passes from beneath. The bow of the guard shows the same open loose floral scroll engraving, also present on the German silver sideplate with only very light borderline engraving on the butts teardrop inlay. The American walnut stock rates very good, perhaps showing a very light cleaning with some added finish but the edges remain mostly crisp with good definition to the schnabel-like forend tip, the checkering slightly worn but all present. There is a shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist with only light borderline engraving and the arm seems to function well mechanically. J.E. Evans Philadelphia pistols are quite sought after, they were very well made just as Deringer's guns, but far-less encountered, this is a very respectable example. (3C9762-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Fantastic Cased Pair of Percussion Pistols by J. E. Evans of Philadelphia

Lot #146 (Sale Order 146 of 601)

.47 caliber, 10" octagon barrels with excellent, smooth bores. These pistols exhibit the typical very high quality that we associate with 19th Century Philadelphia made guns and they remain in stunning original condition. The pistols match in their excellent condition but the guns themselves show subtle differences which we will outline in detail. The tops of the barrels are marked "J.E. EVANS PHILADA" one barrel has this marking on a single line, while the other has the address on a second line. The lock of the pistol with the single line barrel marking also shows the same marking on the lock while the other pistol does not have a maker name on the lock. The lock engraving on the double maker marked gun shows lovely rope style border engraving with lovely 19th century scroll, one shows a flower blossom on the right side of the bolster. The tops of the patent breeches are both engraved in lovely scroll as are both barrel tangs. Both hammers are equipped with broken cap deflectors and both engraved with fish like motifs, one more detailed than the other. The triggerguards are both beautifully engraved and feature detailed pineapple finials. The checkered walnut stocks are checked in the same pattern with one pistol showing more coarse checkering than the other, both forends terminate in Schnabel tips, one somewhat more pronounced than the other. One pistol is slightly heavier than the other with the flat to flat measurement of the barrels being .870" and the other .950". Both pistols feature set triggers and the locks function crisply. The butts show matching silver oval escutcheons both of which remain plain. One pistol has a silver oval escutcheon on the top of the wrist while the other shows a walnut inlay which is perfectly fit. The condition of the guns is wonderful with the barrels retaining lots of original brown finish with one 1/4" round patch of pitting on the right side of the barrel just ahead of the forend. The locks patent breeches and tangs all show lots of original color case hardened finish with one rating at about 95% while the other is slightly more subdued and perhaps 80%. The triggerguards both show over 90% bright original blue finish while both stocks show 95% original oil finish. The guns are sighted with iron blade fronts and open notch rears. The guns come in their original mahogany case with burgundy baize lining. The interior of the case has two covered compartments along with what look to be hickory ramrod and cleaning rod. The case also includes a wooden mallet and a fine quality three compartment powder flask. The condition of the case is excellent both inside and out featuring a brass monogram plate on top of lid which is engraved with the initials "W.B.". This is a beautiful pair of American percussion pistols. (1E9670-424) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Extremely Rare American Percussion Deringer by F.W. Schumann of Memphis

Lot #147 (Sale Order 147 of 601)

.48 caliber, 2 3/4" octagon barrel with an oxidized bore that still shows some rifling. This is believed to be the only known example by this maker, the top of the barrel being engraved "F. Schuman Memphis Tenn". The lock is unmarked and unembellished except for the simplest border engraving on the lock and hammer. The stock features German silver furniture including fancy sideplate, shield shaped monogram plate on wrist, long tear shaped monogram plate on butt (both remain plain), triggerguard with trefoil finial to front and a barrel screw escutcheon just ahead of the triggerguard. The iron surfaces of the pistol bear a deep rich brown patina with some patches of scattered light pitting and a few dings in the edges. The pistol has a German silver blade dovetail mounted front sight and simple open rear at the junction of the barrel and tang. The walnut stock rates very good with a nice surface which shows nice checkering on the grip and some light added finish. The stock shows the typical handling marks and surface dings from the years. This pistol has a very pleasing and honest appearance. A rare opportunity for the Deringer collector to acquire this only known example of a Schumann, Tennessee made deringer. (1C9762-1) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Pair of British Flintlock Queen Anne Belt Pistols by Griffin

Lot #148 (Sale Order 148 of 601)

About .60 cal., 5 1/2'' round barrels with lightly oxidized bores. The barrels are a pleasing smooth pewter gray and flaked brown patina, pistol No. 1 shows some remnants of original blue at its breech end, both have cannon-belled muzzles and dual turned medials. The balance of the iron surfaces are a pleasing smooth gunmetal gray showing some scant remnants of silvery case-hardening, the right flats of each with open foliate engraving and makers name in riband ''Griffin London''. Each features British proofs on the bottom and both barrel and frame of each are numbered in turn ''1'' and ''2''. Gun 1 shows some light circumferential scratching and some tool marks to the medial and the tightening lug on the underside of the barrel, gun 2 remains clean and unblemished. The bow of each guard is a plum patina and shows light floral engraving, with simple sprays on the top tang of each, the left side flat of each frame with a nice period belt hook affixed. The English walnut grips both rate very fine to perhaps near excellent, showing the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, gun 2 a few more than gun 1, the latter with two unobtrusive drying cracks on its right side. There is a beautiful teardrop-shaped silver relief buttcap with an interesting martial panoply at the center showing a male lion surmounting a pyramid, cannon, shot and flag at the base, one cannon transfixed vertically with the Lions paw on its cascabel, this is all surrounded by open rococo foliate scroll; sadly the image on pistol No. 1 is somewhat obscured as there are a couple scrapes across the butt. Atop the wrist there is a silver rococo monogram plate surmounted by a gladiators helmet with flag and trumpet, the center of each monogram plate engraved with a heart-shaped emblem within. Both locks are crisp and mechanically functional, pistol 2 is missing its top jaw, and the screw is a modern replacement, but these detractors are small. The arms where obviously custom-ordered with the special buttcaps, perhaps by an officer who had served overseas. Really a very handsome pair of pistols, Joseph Griffin of London it would appear was active roughly 1750-1787. (3D9670-478) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Handsome Cased Pair of British Large Bore Boxlock Percussion Pistols by Field

Lot #149 (Sale Order 149 of 601)

17 bore (about .65 cal), 3 1/2" octagon barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very attractive pair of pistols, the metal surfaces of both arms completely case-hardened. The barrel of the first pistol shows somewhat muting strong case-hardened colors throughout along with a few scattered small areas toning to mild gray-brown patina and some scattered light dings. The frame retains perhaps 90% color case-hardening quite vibrant in most areas with muting along the tangs, handling marks and some light oxidation staining along some of the high edges. There are a few spots of small perhaps moderate oxidation staining along the hammer nose and bolster but this is unobtrusive. The hammer is embellished with a dolphin motif and the frame shows tasteful fine quality English scrollwork throughout. The trigger retains a few flakes of bright fire blue, the forward frame screw also showing nice straw color, the barrel flat is crisply marked "FIELD LONDON" and the arm bears Birmingham black powder proofs. The finely checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a little minor wear along the checkering, some scattered light handling marks and nicely mullered borders. There is a blank German silver monogram plate atop the wrist and the arm is fitted with front and rear sights. The lock functions crisply at both full and half cock. The second pistol retains a bit more vibrant case-hardened color, perhaps 90% overall and is quite lovely showing just a few small areas of mild gray-brown patina and some sparsely scattered small spots of minor oxidation staining. The trigger retains a healthy amount of bright fire blue, as-does the top action screw. The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few very lightly chipped points and minor handling marks and retaining almost all of its original varnish. The pistol is embellished identically as the first and the lock functions crisply. The pistols are housed in a very fine mahogany case that shows some light dings and fine scratches along its exterior with a reeded brass disc set into the lid and nice brass lock escutcheon, the lock maker-marked by J. Bramah of Piccadilly. The interior is lined with green baize that shows some areas of light staining and minor scuffs along with a few small repaired patches and small repairs to a few spacers. The case holds a number of fine original accessories including a James Dixon & Sons oil pot, partial japanned tin of Eley anti-corrosive percussion caps with nice orange label, small Hawksley powder flask that rates near excellent, a pair of spare nipples, 17 bore single cavity round ball bullet mould, a combination nipple wrench / barrel spanner tool and a selection of round balls. A lovely cased pair for the antique arms collector. (13C9833-73) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #150 (Sale Order 150 of 601)

serial #1337, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with a good bore that shows light scattered pitting but shows strong rifling its entire length. This revolver is finished in original nickel and remains in a very fine state of preservation. There were barely 2000 of these revolvers produced making them quite rare as compared to the 1875, of-which there were nearly 30,000 produced. The top of the barrel bears "REMINGTON ARMS CO., ILION, NY." address while the left side of the frame is marked "44 C.F.W.". The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 93% original nickel plated finish with most loss near the muzzle where there is some peeling finish, with the exposed metal being a smooth even gray patina that blends well with the nickel. The cylinder retains about 95% original nickel plated finish with most loss due to some peeling at the leading edge and with a little minor bubbling to the finish. The frame shows about 85% original nickel plate with most loss on the backstrap which is a brown patina, along with some loss on the rear right side of frame. There is a little light bubbling in the finish but overall the appearance is very nice. The two-piece hard rubber grips rate very good showing no chips or damage and just light wear to the checkering, commensurate with the balance of the wear on this revolver. A very fine example of these desirable and scarce Remington revolvers. (1B9362-87) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

Exquisite Pair of Francolini Factory Engraved and Consecutive Colt Single Action Army Revolvers

Lot #151 (Sale Order 151 of 601)

serial #SA04058 and SA04059, both 45 Colt, both with 7 1/2'' barrels with as-new, unfired bores. This exquisite pair of Colt revolvers was ordered from the Colt Custom Shop in 1979 by Dr. Daniel Monroe of New York and are incredibly engraved and embellished by Colt factory master engraver Leonard Francolini. Serial number 04058 is unfluted and retains all its rich original factory royal blue, with the mirror-polished sides of the hammer still brilliant. It features flowing scroll engraving in factory ''B'' coverage and has wonderful fine gold wire inlay at each end of the barrel, each end of the cylinder and accenting the borders of the frame and recoil shields. There is additional fine gold wire inlay atop the barrel behind the front sight as well which accents the factory scroll beautifully. The right side of the frame features a lovely gold inlaid chiseled-in-relief image of an American bison against a woodland backdrop while the left side of the frame shows a seated coyote howling at the full moon, slightly shrouded in clouds against a desert backdrop, both the coyote and moon also in gold. The two-piece factory ivory grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions are lovely and rate also as-new, showing the very beginnings of some drying checks as they naturally age. The gun is, as-expected, un-turned, un-fired since leaving Hartford in 1979. Gun number 04059 is also unfluted and retains all of its stunning factory royal blue; the mirror-polished sides of the hammer also brilliant. Mr. Francolini has inlaid the same flawless fine gold wire on the front and rear of barrel and front and rear of cylinder, with the cylinder featuring dual lines along its rear circumference. A matching flourish of gold wire inlay is to the rear of the front sight and matches precisely the inlay on the scroll engraved revolver. The right side of the frame shows a gold inlaid American bald eagle chiseled-in-relief, wings spread, talons bared, ferociously coming in for the kill amidst a backdrop of billowing clouds. The left side of the frame has a lovely gold inlaid, chiseled-in-relief image of the venerable Rampant Colt astride the globe, also accented by loose billows of clouds. The two-piece factory ivory grips with the gold Rampant Colt medallions are also as-new and are showing the beginnings of drying checks from their natural aging process. These marvelous works of art come in burnt umber-colored faux-leather covered Colt Custom Shop presentation cases with Samuel Colt's coat of arms emblazoned in gold on their lids. The interior is lined in a marmalade-colored baize which adds a beautiful contrasting accent to both the cream-colored ivory and the exquisite deep blue. The included factory letter lists the guns as a consecutive pair and verifies their configurations. Additionally it states that these guns are numbers 4 and 5 of the last 10 guns that Leonard Francolini engraved while employed by Colt. In addition to showing the arms serial numbers and the factory order number, the letter lists shipment to Sloan Sporting-Goods of Connecticut in September 1979. The work of Leonard Francolini is, like that of other Colt engravers, legendary. He has engraved guns for celebrities and heads of state and his works are treasured heirlooms to those who own them. These very guns are featured in a full-page image in RL Wilson's The Book of Colt Engraving on page 494 (second edition). Rarely are Francolini's works offered for public sale, these examples are a testament to his artistry and skill. This is a very rare opportunity for the advanced Colt collector, firearms investor or lover of embellished arms to own a consecutive pair of this master's art. Astonishing and investment-grade. (39765-7,8) {C&R} (15,000/25,000)

Scarce Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #152 (Sale Order 152 of 601)

serial #1642, 44-40, 5 3/4" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some sparsely scattered pinprick pits, a hint of minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain nearly 90% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some overall very fine flaking that is toning to an oxidized brown patina, a bit more moderate along some of the high edges along with a few small tool marks around the triggerguard screw hole and some other more mild handling marks. The chambers and recoil shield remain mostly clean showing minimal signs of firing and the Remington Arms Co. barrel address remains crisp and clear. The checkered black rubber grips with "RACo" monograms remain in very good plus condition showing some overall smoothing and toning to a deep brown patina, a very well-executed 3/4" repaired chip at the heel of the right panel that goes largely unnoticed and a few minor handling marks. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun, the loading gate and triggerguard are also matching the frame and the remaining parts are un-numbered. The lanyard ring and its stud may be older period replacements and the action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and excellent timing and lock-up. While it has suffered a bit from some storage issues this revolver remains a very nice handsome example of a desirable and low-production Remington cartridge arm. (13C9857-18) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

Very Fine Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver

Lot #153 (Sale Order 153 of 601)

serial #244, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with an about good bore showing scattered oxidation and rather strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this lovely revolver retain about 95% original nickel finish showing some light flaking at the muzzle, some fine flakes along the left side barrel and one flat of the cylinder. There are a few areas of fine pinprick pitting along some of the high edges and scattered light handling marks that are mostly unobtrusive. The base pin retains strong fire blue, the E. Remington & Sons barrel address is crisp and clear and the left side triggerguard is marked with "44" cartridge designation. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition retaining about 94% antique varnish with some light flaking along the edges, a very small drying crack at the base of the left panel and some scattered light dings; their pencil numbers are difficult to discern and they otherwise fit the frame very well. The loading gate and triggerguard are matching the frame and the remaining parts are characteristically un-numbered. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. An excellent example of these handsome Remington cartridge guns. (13B9362-18) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

Remington Model 1890 Single Action Revolver

Lot #154 (Sale Order 154 of 601)

serial #1112, 44-40, 5 3/4" barrel with a lightly oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver show remnants of on old reapplied finish toning to a mottled plum-brown patina overall with lightly cleaned old minor pitting scattered about, handling marks and blue present in some of the protected areas. The principal markings remain completely intact and actually quite nice with proper Remington Arms Co. address and "44.C.F.W" on the left side frame. The head of the ejector rod shows a small old brazed repair, the German silver blade front sight and lanyard ring are intact. The black checkered hard rubber grips with RA Co. monograms remain in about very good condition, the left panel showing a couple of old repaired cracks and light chips, some overall smoothing and light dings. The loading gate and triggerguard are matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A very good "example piece" of these desirable Remington revolvers. (13B9362-95) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

Excellent U.S. Model 1866 Second Model Allin Conversion Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #155 (Sale Order 155 of 601)

50-70, 36 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The ''National Armory bright'' barrel and mountings rate excellent with a few scattered small areas of the faintest pinprick pitting, a bit more noticeable on the heel of the buttplate, and a small area of very light and unobtrusive tool marks behind each of the lower two bands. The ''1866 / (eagle head)'' marked breechblock and thumbpiece retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackening with a few light handling marks and very light high edge wear. The lockplate, hinge and hammer display a smoky gray case-hardened patina with very light staining and remnants of original case-hardened colors between the hammer and the Federal Eagle marking. The left quarter flat of the breech displays the remnants of an eagle head proof mark from before the conversion while ''D'' is stamped below the left side of the hinge. The lockplate is dated 1863 behind the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' is below the thumbpiece. The smooth black walnut stock rates near excellent with sharp and crisp edges on both stock flats and a handful of scattered very light handling marks. This beautiful rifle was likely never issued as the stock is not-cartouched. The original sights remain intact, the rear sight retaining 99% plus original blue, a correct cupped and slotted-head ramrod with threaded end showing some speckles of light staining is included and the two-position lock and tumbler are very robust. A truly exceptional example of a Second Model Allin ''Trapdoor'' whose wonderful state of condition should please even the most discerning Springfield collector. (23B9833-27) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Excellent U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #156 (Sale Order 156 of 601)

serial #461713, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a small area of light pitting in the otherwise strong rifling near the muzzle. The barrel and mountings retain about 95% original blue with some light flaking on the triggerguard and bands, minor silvering around the muzzle, and some scattered light handling marks and a few scattered small areas of faint freckling toning to brown under direct light. The receiver, lockplate, thumbpiece and hammer retain nearly all their oil-quenched smoky colors while the breech tang and 1884-dated breechblock display strong original case-hardened colors with some scattered very faint freckling overall. The lockplate is properly stamped with a Federal Eagle ahead of the hammer and ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' below the thumbpiece while the breech is proof marked with a strong ''V / P / (eagle head) / P''. The attractive smooth black walnut stock rates fine with a few scattered tiny chips and some minor handling marks from military service. All markings are crisp including the ''SWP / 1887'' inspector's cartouche on the left stock flat and the ''S'' inspection mark and circled ''P'' firing proof behind the triggerguard. The stacking and sling swivels are intact along with the original sights including the R-marked Model 1884 Buffington rear and a correct slotted button-head ramrod is included. The three-position lock and tumbler on this excellent condition Model 1884 Trapdoor is strong and crisp. (23A9833-14) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Extremely Rare and Very Fine Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Officer's Rifle

Lot #157 (Sale Order 157 of 601)

serial #6610, 45-70, 32" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The Officer's Rifle is one of the rarest configurations of the Borchardt with only 48 examples ever produced. This particular rifle remains in fabulous original condition. The barrel retains 98% original blue overall with markings being crisp and legible. The walnut paneled action shows 95% original color case-hardened finish with just a little fading. Under light the colors show strong and the screwheads remain clean and seemingly unturned. The rifle features a straight grip buttstock and full length forend, both of walnut with some really super figure in the buttstock. The stocks remain in wonderful condition with 98% original finish remaining overall and just the normal light handling marks here and there. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels mounted in bottom front of action and in bottom of top band and comes with its original ramrod. The original military ladder rear and stud front sights are present. The accompanying factory letter confirms the configuration and shows the rifle invoiced on September 21, 1878 to R.B. Yates in Rochester, NY. Yates was the Secretary and Inspector of Rifle Practice for the 7th Division of the N.Y. National Guard. He requested the rifle be received no later than September 27th; it would be reasonable to assume this rifle was to be offered as a prize for a divisional shooting match. This rifle is completely honest and original without any alterations of any kind. A wonderful Borchardt Officer's Rifle worthy of the finest of antique American arms collections. (1E9790-42) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (8,000/12,000)

U.S. Model 1903A4 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Remington

Lot #158 (Sale Order 158 of 601)

serial #3421334, 30-06, 24" 8-43-dated two-groove Remington barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing the slightest hint of minor frosting in some areas with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 95-96% arsenal refurbished Parkerized finish showing some areas of minor thinning nearer the muzzle, mild thinning on the knob and some spots toning to brown along the triggerguard. All markings are intact and strong, being properly offset along the receiver ring to accommodate the Redfield mount. The scope itself retains about 92% original blue showing some spots of light oxidation staining scattered about and minor handling marks. The screw heads show light slot wear and all markings remain intact, the right side body below the adjustment plate is electro-penciled "TELESCOPE M73B1 / SERIAL NO. 9259" and there is an intact "Coated Optics" sticker affixed ahead of the rear ring that is starting to come up slightly along the edges. The scope features typical fine crosshair reticle and slightly discolored optics, also with some very faint occlusions, otherwise remaining completely serviceable. The smooth scant pistolgrip walnut stock with dual crossbolts and the handguard remain in very fine condition showing a tiny filler repair on the left side butt, a very small drying crack about 1" back from the tang (this is due to a small knot in the wood and is unobtrusive) and a few scattered minor dings. The stock shows crisp factory inspector stamps ahead of the magazine, a good circled "P" firing proof at the pistolgrip, "X" in the left-side cutout, somewhat softened "RA" and ordnance wheel on the left side, strong "FJA" and boxed "RIA / EB". An original green canvas sling, set of black plastic scope covers and cleaning kit are included, all marked parts appear to be of Remington manufacture and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine 1903A4 for the U.S. martial collector. (13C9807-72) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3000/4000)

U.S. Model 1903 Rifle by Springfield Armory with Warner & Swasey Telescopic Musket Sight

Lot #159 (Sale Order 159 of 601)

serial #667064, 30-06, 24" 6-17-dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle have mostly toned to a mix of dark gray and mild plum-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered minor oxidation staining and remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting. The receiver retains generous oil-quenched case-hardening that is toning overall to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina also showing some mild oxidation staining. All markings remain intact and quite crisp. The smooth straight grip walnut stock with dual crossbolts and high hump handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing perhaps an old cleaning very long ago with areas now darkened from the years, some scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a faint circled "P" firing proof behind the triggerguard, "253" stamped behind the upper tang, boxed "W.E.S." along the left side and an "X" and "B" inside the left-side cutout. An original scope base is affixed to the left side receiver wall, the screw heads are not quite flush on the outside but they do show stake marks on the internal raceway although strangely there are also two filled holes adjacent to the two rear screws. The included original Model of 1913 telescopic musket sight is serial number "6694" and retains about 90% original black enamel finish showing some overall flaking that is toning to pleasant ocher brass, some other minor handling marks and the screw heads showing light slot wear. The top cover plate is missing four of its screws and one has a broken head and the inside of the rail shows no stamped markings but is lightly scratched with the number "66811". Remarkably the rubber eyepiece is still almost entirely intact though it shows the expected hardening and the sides are rather pinched in, precluding full travel of the bolt when it is installed. The mount exhibits a little bit of minor play when fitted to the rifle. The adjustment knobs are functional and the optics are about poor-fair showing significant flaking in the field of view with mild discoloration, the reticle remains crisp and good detail can still be discerned when looking through it. The front band is marked with an "H", the front swivel shows a dark green enamel paint, the bolt parts are unmarked and the action seems to function well mechanically. It seems likely that this rifle was originally fitted with a sight base during the war, the holes then filled per 1920's arsenal directives and then later neatly restored to "sniper configuration". Included are an original leather sling and scope case. The sling is dated 1918 and rates about very good showing some overall mild staining, light crackling and verdigris along the hardware. The scope case shows strong markings with "F.S. / ROCK ISLAND / ARSENAL / 1918 / T.C.C." and rates very good plus to very fine showing some light staining, minor crackling along the strap, some mild scuffing an a 1 1/2" area of detached stitching along the top back edge on either side. A very attractive "example" piece for the martial collector. (13D9807-186) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3500)

Rare U.S. Model 1903 Mark I Bolt Action Rifle with Original Pedersen Device & Accessories

Lot #160 (Sale Order 160 of 601)

serial #1192902 (Device #28347), 30-06 / 30 Pedersen, 24" 4-20-dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing the faintest hint of minor frosting in some areas with crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of the rifle retain about 95% arsenal quality medium gray Parkerized finish showing some scattered areas of minor thinning, light handling marks and some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting mostly along the floorplate beneath the finish. There is a small dent along the right edge of the triggerguard and the screw heads show light slot wear. The receiver is a darker tone overall again showing a few sparsely scattered smoothed-over pinprick pits and otherwise crisp markings. The bolt with slightly swept back handle retains about 90% arsenal blue showing some silvering from operational wear, light handling marks and the bolt sleeve taking on a deep plum patina; the bolt body shows an "R" stamped on the front surface of the safety lug. The smooth straight grip walnut stock with dual crossbolts and handguard remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned showing a strong arsenal quality oil finish and some scattered light dings, handling marks and a small scuff on the right side ahead of the finger groove. The stock shows a faint outline of an inspector stamp on the left side and strong "36" over circled "P" firing proof behind the triggerguard. The rifle is equipped with a front sight hood, correct Pedersen-compatible trigger and sear assembly and the action seems to function well mechanically. The device retains about 92% original Parkerized finish showing silvering and thinning along the high edges, light operational wear mostly along the magazine well and a few tiny areas of light oxidation staining lurking about some of the recesses. The bolt body shows a little light pitting and freckling along its left side but this is relatively unobtrusive. The cocking piece shows crisp markings with "U.S.A. 1918-MARK I / 28347 / REMINGTON BRIDGEPORT / PEDERSEN'S PAT'S. PENDING". The device appears to function well mechanically when installed in the rifle. Also included are one original 40-round magazine with "SP" code retaining about 96-97% original Parkerized finish showing some small areas of mild discoloration and handling marks, two special disassembly spanners in near excellent condition, one RIA 1919 tan canvas bolt assembly pouch in very fine condition showing some mild staining and handling marks, one RIA 1-20-dated tan canvas magazine pouch in near excellent condition, one original 1917-dated leather sling in very good condition showing some light staining, mild crackling and verdigris along the hardware, one full 40-round box of original cartridges dated 1919, the box showing some light scuffs and mild discoloration and the cartridges very fine to near excellent with mild tarnishing, and finally a printed copy of the Ordnance Department notes and manual on the device. These iconic devices were intended to be America's secret weapon to break the stalemate of the Great War, but the war ended before they were needed and almost all of them were destroyed under military directives during the inter-war period. This is a very fine and desirable ensemble that would make an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13E9683-1) {C&R} (25,000/40,000)

Fine Remington Type I Split Breech Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #161 (Sale Order 161 of 601)

46 RF, 20" round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered small patches of minor oxidation mostly nearer the muzzle and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive carbine retains perhaps 50% original blue fading to a blue-gray patina overall showing some scattered patches of cleaned light pitting along either side, the barrel band also showing scattered light pitting with strong remnants of original blue and the rear sight retains 95% original blue. The action shows very attractive smoky case-hardened colors throughout, remaining quit vibrant along the right side again showing a few areas of old light pitting mostly along the right side and saddle ring hardware. The buttplate is similar with old pitting along its left edge but otherwise vibrant colors along the right. The hammer and breechblock are a dark gray patina and the main action screw heads show lovely rich straw color. The Remington's address and patent dates along the upper tang remain crisp and clear and the components show strong sub-inspector markings. The smooth walnut stocks remain in fine condition as lightly cleaned showing a period oil finish with areas darkened from the years and there is a small area of filler along the toe line along with some scattered light dings. The buttstock retains a very good "MM" inspector cartouche along its left side. The original sights and the saddle ring are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome example of these early Rolling Block actions seldom seen with any condition. Most of these Type I carbines were delivered quite late during the Civil War and many were repurchased by Remington post-war and sold to France. (13C9670-345) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Fine Remington Type II Split Breech Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #162 (Sale Order 162 of 601)

serial #14807, 50 RF, 20" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 85% original blue thinning and toning to a pleasant deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and scuffs, a few perhaps a bit more moderate, and some sparsely scattered remnants of old oxidation staining. The top of the front sight shows some light dings, the barrel band has mostly toned to a mottled pewter-gray patina and the rear sight retains about 95% original blue with some mild edge wear and its screw with strong straw color. The action likewise retains about 85% strong case-hardened colors remaining particularly vibrant along the right side and upper tang, muting slightly to a pleasant silvery gray patina along the bottom tang and left side along with some scattered mild freckling and a small area of old oxidation staining on the left side receiver ring. The hammer, breechblock and trigger retain about 90% dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening with some mild edge wear. The action screws and pins show some very mild slot wear and retain a healthy amount of nice fire blue while the saddle ring hardware and buttplate have mostly toned to a silvery pewter patina. The Remington's Ilion tang address and patent dates remain crisp and clear, the various parts show strong sub-inspector stamps, the heel of the buttplate shows "U*S" stamp and the underside of the barrel a large "2". The smooth walnut stocks remain in very good plus condition showing a little bit of older added varnish with a tiny thin flake forming at the upper tang, some old shallow abrasions along the butt near the buttplate on either side and some scattered light dings. There is a large "2" stamped on the underside forend and either side of the butt along with "1432" on the left side forend and heel of stock, all of these markings remaining very strong. The left side wrist also shows a "P" and two strong inspector cartouches that have softened very slightly. The sling swivels, saddle ring and original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The vast majority of these carbines were sold back to Remington by the U.S. government who later resold them to France making any examples with strong condition quite rare in this country. (13D9670-344) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/4000)

Remington New York State Prototype Rolling Block Rifle Formerly of the Remington Factory Collection

Lot #163 (Sale Order 163 of 601)

serial #3, 50-70, 36" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this interesting rifle are in-the-white and mostly bright showing a little bit of sparsely scattered pinprick pitting along the barrel and rear sight, some mild gray freckling here and there and some scattered light dings. The Remington address and patent dates along the upper tang remain partially crisp having been poorly struck at the factory, the rear sight springs show pale fire blue and the left barrel shank flat is stamped "3". The rear sight leaf and base both show three small punch marks and the buttplate appears to be erroneously numbered "22". The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining most of their oil finish showing a thin 2 3/4" sliver missing along the left edge ramrod channel behind the middle band, a small 7/8" area showing an old filler repair on the right side wrist and some scattered light dings. The stock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "74" and both the buttstock and forend are stamped with a small "3" on their left sides. The original patented sling swivels, cleaning rod and military sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The action incorporates the NYS contract mandated safe action, dropping the hammer to a half-cock position upon closing the breechblock although the mechanism is a bit more complicated than that seen on the final model. The high spur hammer is quite a bit thinner than those of the production model and is a separate component from the locking piece which has a channel in the center for the hammer to rest. Upon cocking, the breechblock will automatically open about three quarters of the way and upon pulling back will actuate the extractor. Closing the breechblock drops the hammer to the safety position necessitating manual cocking like the final production model, the breechblock cannot be opened when the hammer is in the safety position or at full cock. Apparently the only way to unload the arm when at full cock would be to carefully lower the hammer completely and then continue through cycling the action to get the cartridge out, this would be changed on the final production model which allows the breechblock to be opened manually when the hammer is at full cock. A very fine and interesting prototype for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9670-359) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Rare Whitney-Laidley Montreal Police Style I Rolling Block Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #164 (Sale Order 164 of 601)

serial #6913, 43 CF, 20 1/2" round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light scratches 3-4" back from the muzzle and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains about 80% original blue thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina and showing some scattered mild freckling and small dings. The rear sight shows flakes of original blue toning to a deep plum-brown patina and the barrel is crisply marked "MONTREAL POLICE" behind the barrel band. The action, barrel band and buttplate have mostly toned to a nice silvery pewter patina showing a little mild brown freckling, a small area of cleaned light pitting along the right side and some faint hints of smoky case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas. The breechblock and hammer show some brown freckling with a few tiny dings, the protected areas of the breechblock with strong case-hardened colors and the trigger retaining some nice brilliant fire blue along the sides. The Whitneyville Armory address and patent dates at the upper tang remain intact, the first line softening somewhat and the heel of the buttplate shows police inventory number "43". The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus condition having darkened slightly from the years and showing the scattered light dings and dents one would expect from police service with otherwise excellent metal-to-wood fit. The saddle ring and original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive example of these interesting Whitney carbines from a very small contract of only 60 arms. (13B9670-532) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

Extremely Rare and Possibly Unique Remington Hepburn No. 3 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #165 (Sale Order 165 of 601)

serial #95, 45-70, 27" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The Remington Hepburn enjoyed success as a sporting and target rifle and here is a piece that was built to solicit military sales. The action appears identical to the sporting versions however the lever is longer than normal, extending to the rear of the frame and it also has a larger thumbpiece; both improvements one would expect for a military version. The barrel shows the "E. Remington & Sons" address and is rather lightweight. The gun features smooth walnut stocks and military sights and has a sling ring and bar fitted on the left side of the frame. The condition of the gun is superb with the barrel retaining 98% strong original blue finish overall. The action retains 98% strong original color case-hardened finish overall. The walnut stocks rate excellent with virtually all of their original finish and just a couple light handling marks. The rear sight is military style however the factory holes are not spaced correctly so only the rear screw is in. This carbine is illustrated in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on page 205 where he describes it but apparently only from the photograph which was courtesy of Butterfield's Auction House. Rowe calls this "An experimental design and the only known one that was ever made". The gun is also illustrated in More Single Shot Rifles by Grant when it was part of the Jack Appel collection. The rarity and condition of this piece make it truly an investment quality Remington Hepburn carbine. (1D9790-65) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (8,000/12,000)

Early Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting and Target Rifle with U. S. Cartridge Co. Markings

Lot #166 (Sale Order 166 of 601)

serial #54, 40 1 7/8, 30 3/8" part octagon part round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered spots of light pitting and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains perhaps 70% original blue toning overall to a pleasant deep brown patina with areas of old minor oxidation staining scattered about, small sparsely scattered spots of light pitting with one more moderate area for about 3 1/2" along the left side flat near the breech. The E. Remington & Sons barrel address remains crisp, the underside is marked "40 1 7/8" and it is stamp numbered matching the receiver beneath the forend. The action is toning to a pleasant gray case-hardened patina with some mild brown freckling, a few pinprick pits and areas of generous smoky colors overall. The breechblock retains perhaps 70% original bright blue flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina while the hammer and trigger show a few errant flakes of brilliant fire blue. The Hepburn patent marking on the right side edge of the frame remains crisp and the top of the action is neatly stamped "U.S.C.Co." The action screws show unique punch marks on their heads and adjacent on the frame to insure their correct installation upon reassembly, very likely done by the cartridge company for convenience during their own testing. The smooth walnut forend with steel schnabel tip and checkered round knob pistolgrip buttstock remain in very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish, a neatly repaired small chip at the toe, scattered light dings and handling marks consistent with use. Both forend and buttstock are stamp-numbered internally matching the receiver and the forend also shows a small "143" stamped along the bottom. The tangs are assembly numbered on the left interior sides "41", the rifle is sighted with a flattop sporting rear sight and small German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very interesting rifle, extremely early and with period U. S. Cartridge Co. property markings to boot, it remains in very respectable handsome condition considering the extensive use cartridge test guns can be subjected to. This rifle would make an excellent addition to any advanced Remington collection. (13D9733-4) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Very Fine Remington Rolling Block Baby Carbine

Lot #167 (Sale Order 167 of 601)

serial #475, 44-40, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely lightweight carbine retain about 97% original nickel finish showing a few tiny scattered light flakes toning to dark gray-brown patina most noticeably along the high edges of the buttplate and some on the breechblock spur, a number of small dings scattered along the left side barrel that do not breach the finish and some overall minor handling marks. The screw heads show a little bit of light slot wear and the rear sight shows remnants of original blue along with two small dings along its right edge. The Remington Arms Co. address and patent dates along the upper tang remain crisp and clear and there is what appears to be a small "1H" stamped on the lower tang. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very good condition retaining a healthy amount of oil finish with a couple tiny flakes at the heel, small drying crack at the upper tang and some overall light dings and handling marks. There is a faint "H4" stamped behind the lower tang and a brass inventory tag ahead of the toe numbered "2493" that appears to be affixed over where a sling swivel hole may have been. The tag may be from the Remington Factory arms collection although its shape is slightly different and it is placed a bit lower than other examples. The original saddle ring and sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive example of these rare and desirable little carbines, most of which were furnished in Remington's full nickel finish. (13C9670-137) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Very Rare Whitney Martially-Marked Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #168 (Sale Order 168 of 601)

serial #56384, 45-70, 22" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive carbine retains perhaps 80% original blue showing overall thinning and toning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina with some areas of old oxidation staining and light pitting nearer the breech around the rear sight base and left side. The "U"-marked barrel band retains a similar amount of bright blue showing moderate edge wear toning to gray-brown patina and some scattered light dings. The action likewise retains about 80% original case-hardened colors that remain quite stunning along the upper half of the right side, receiver ring and throughout the left side still showing remnants of protective lacquer with overall toning to a pleasant silvery gray patina with some scattered light freckling and a small area of old light pitting on the left side. The hammer and breechblock remain partially bright showing some mild brown freckling throughout while the split retainer plate is toning to mild gray-brown. The retainer plate screw head shows very good fire blue, the sides of the trigger with pale fire blue and the buttplate retaining about 80% original blue thinning along the edges. The tang is unmarked and the breech end of the barrel is marked only "45". The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining much of their oil finish and showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, a bit more noticeable near the buttplate and along the forend. The buttstock shows some rather attractive straight grain figure throughout and is stamped on the left side wrist with a nice "ESA" inspector's cartouche and a smaller boxed cartouche behind the triggerguard that is no longer legible. The front sight is a replacement silver bead commercial sight, the original military rear sight and saddle ring are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The history of these Whitney carbines remains elusive but it is known that Whitney submitted some of their rolling block designs to New York State and other federal trials. While conforming to the simplified Whitney Type II action style this gun must be from quite a bit earlier than Flayderman's production range of 1881-1888 as Erskine Allin retired as Springfield Armory Master Armorer in 1878. This is a very handsome carbine that would make an excellent addition to any advanced U.S. martial collection and represents likely only one of a handful made for U.S. military testing. (13E9670-531) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Remington Egyptian Contract Rolling Block Rifle Captured From Tel El Kebir with Presentation

Lot #169 (Sale Order 169 of 601)

43 Egyptian, 35" barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting and frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle have mostly toned to pleasant medium plum-brown patina showing some scattered fine pinprick pitting, a bit more moderate along the rear sight, barrel bands and rear sling swivel but otherwise remaining mostly smooth. The markings remain intact and strong with legible "REMINGTONS ILION" address and patent dates at the upper tang and "U"-marked barrel bands. The left side of the barrel near the breech also shows a more modern Birmingham proof, likely applied when the arm was released from some sort of stores, and the top of the barrel with "HH3". The smooth walnut stocks remain in good condition having darkened from the years and showing the expected overall moderate dings and abrasions from military service along with a thin 1 3/4" chip along the right edge of the forend. The rear sight is missing its slider, the sling swivels and cleaning rod are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The left side butt shows a lovely inlaid silver plate that has taken on a mild tarnish and shows a few scattered light dents. It is neatly engraved "TROPHY FROM TEL-EL-KEBIR / Sept. 13th 1882 / Presented by / QTR MASTER SERGT GLYNN 2nd BATTN GRENADIER GUARDS / TO THE / Sergeants Mess / NORTH MIDDLESEX RIFLES". The Battle of Tel El Kebir was a major engagement of the short-lived Anglo-Egyptian War of 1882 in which the British Empire suppressed a nationalist uprising in Egypt resulting in British domination over the country and continued control of the Suez Canal. Research confirms the 2nd Battalion Grenadier Guards indeed took part in the battle and a picture of the good sergeant and his comrades was also located, a copy of which will be included. The original photo is held by the Royal Collection Trust, noting it was acquired from Queen Victoria's collection and describes it as "four soldiers from the Grenadier Guards who served in the Anglo-Egyptian War, from left to right are Quartermaster Sergeant Glynn, Private Wynne, Sergeant Major Thomas and Sergeant Grisdale". This wonderful rifle would make an excellent addition to any advanced British martial collection. (13C9670-277) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2500)

Handsome Henry Repeating Rifle by New Haven Arms Identified to Sheriff Oliver C. Hansbrough

Lot #170 (Sale Order 170 of 601)

serial #10397, 44 Henry RF, 24" octagon barrel with a good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this standard production rifle has mostly toned to a pleas ant deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered shallow old dings along the edges and some very sparsely scattered remnants of old oxidation staining, the surfaces remaining mostly smooth. The lever and hammer are similar, the sides of the hammer more of a pewter gunmetal tone. The barrel address and serial number remain completely intact and very strong, the serial number actually quite crisp. The action and buttplate have toned to a wonderful rich ocher patina, the action showing some scattered old dings and light tool marks that have mostly smoothed-over from the years and are mostly unobtrusive, a few perhaps a bit more moderate along the top with the edges remaining quite strong and well-defined. The lower tang retains a very strong italicized "W" factory inspection stamp of Oliver Winchester. The screw heads show some light slot wear from the years and the lever shows a little bit of lateral play. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very good plus condition showing a worn oil finish with some scattered areas darkened from the years, a small old abrasion at the point of comb and scattered light dings. The toe of the buttplate is a little proud of the wood and it appears the stock was dented in at the toe long ago now showing two small repaired cracks. The left side of the stock is affixed with a nice German silver disc featuring an eagle and riband relief that shows mild edge wear and is neatly stamped "OLIVE R C. HAN SBROUGH / DE NVE R, / COL." The stock is equipped with left side sling swivel and the barrel with corresponding swivel. The stock is stamp-numbered "6875" and the inside of the buttplate also showing "6875". It has no doubt been with this rifle since the period of use, matching in patina and wear, its fit to the frame is actually very nice, thin slivers of the tangs being ever so slightly proud. The lower tang is appropriately stamped "10397" matching the barrel, and the barrel and barrel sleeve show matching assembly number "3383". The original sights are intact (the rear sight sans slider retention screw) and the action seems to function well mechanically. Oliver "O.C." Hansbrough is recorded as a claimant in a list of patented mines from a survey of 1881 with a survey name of "Seven Up" and it appears a number of his relatives were occupied in the mining business over a period of time. Hansbrough later served as sheriff of Boulder County from 1887-1889 as well as superintendent of District 1 of the Sheriff's Association of Colorado. Hansbrough passed away in 19 05 and is buried alongside his wife in Boulder's Columbia Cemetery. This is an attractive Henry rifle that has seen some use and remains a nice honest example. (13G9670-403) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (15,000/25,000)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Third Model Russian Commercial Revolver

Lot #171 (Sale Order 171 of 601)

serial #1077, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a fair-good bore showing some moderate oxidation and light pitting throughout with otherwise good rifling. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 80% original nickel finish with most of the flaking along the left side and gripstraps toning to a mottled gray patina with some smoothed-over light pitting, some scattered fine scratches and handling marks. The screw holes show some light circumferential wear and the heads have light slot wear but this is relatively minor. The triggerguard has mostly toned to a mild plum-brown patina showing a few flakes of silvery case-hardened patina while the hammer shows good smoky colors with a few vibrant wisps. The Smith & Wesson barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp and clear and the butt is stamped with a small "P" and boxed "1874". The smooth antique ivory grips remain in very fine condition taking on a mellow patina and showing some very slight shrinkage and crackling along the base of the left panel. The right panel is numbered "10972" in antique ink. The topstrap cylinder retainer plate is missing and the serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of minor play, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A solid third model commercial Russian for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B9815-4) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Third Model Russian Revolver with British Retailer Markings & 5 1/2" Barrel

Lot #172 (Sale Order 172 of 601)

serial #50211, 44 S&W Russian, 5 1/2" ribbed round barrel with pinned front sight and a bright near excellent bore showing just a few tiny pinprick pits scattered about and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain perhaps 45-50% original bright blue quite strong along the left side barrel with the balance toning to a deep plum-brown patina showing some old light pitting and spots of old oxidation staining. The triggerguard and hammer have mostly toned to a silvery case-hardened patina, the triggerguard showing a little cleaned pinprick pitting along the bow and the hammer with some good smoky colors along its back. The screw heads show a little minor slot wear and all markings remain intact and strong, the major components stamped with small British black powder proofs and the base with a small "P" and boxed "1874". The single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and clear with final date of August 24, 1869. The address starts with the familiar small Maltese cross but interestingly, due to the short barrel length the markings end abruptly with "RUSSIAN", sans "MODEL" or Maltese cross. The left side of the barrel is also neatly British retailer-marked "WILLIAMS & POWELL, LIVERPOOL.", the marking obscured very slightly by some fine pinprick pitting but otherwise completely intact and legible. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, mild handling marks and their fit to the frame is excellent. The right panel is appropriately stamp-numbered to the gun by serial number and the remaining parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. Williams & Powell were prolific gunmakers and retailers in Liverpool from 1833-1905 when they were acquired by Westley Richards. A solid example of a very rare short barrel variation with the added bonus of British retailer markings. (13D9815-5) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Revolver with Japanese Navy Markings

Lot #173 (Sale Order 173 of 601)

serial #2443, 44 S&W Russian, 7" ribbed round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of light pitting or oxidation nearer the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 20% original bright blue, mostly present along the frame, with the barrel, cylinder and balance of the frame toned to a pleasant deep plum brown patina showing some scattered light dings or minor tool marks mostly along the frame. Some of the screw holes show circumferential wear, the screw heads show light slot wear and a few are period replacements and the hinge pin is an effective period replacement with slotted head. The triggerguard and hammer show remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and all of the markings remain intact and strong, the barrel address with reissue patent date is quite crisp and the bottom of the frame is stamped with the appropriate Japanese anchor. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition having darkened somewhat from the years showing some scattered light dings and the right panel shows a moderate internal crack and is warping slightly. The right panel is stamp-numbered "2457" and the barrel, latch and cylinder are mismatched from the frame but still no doubt from a Japanese revolver as they are numbered quite close "2545". Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of play, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very good example of these desirable Japanese contract Smith revolvers. (13C9815-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Revolver with Japanese Military Markings

Lot #174 (Sale Order 174 of 601)

serial #7217, 44 S&W Russian, 7" ribbed round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few sparsely scattered areas of light pitting with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 85-90% arsenal quality refurbished rust blue showing high edge and holster wear, gripstraps thinning to gray patina, some overall light to perhaps moderate dings and a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits. The screw holes show moderate circumferential wear and the screw heads show light slot wear. The triggerguard and hammer are toning to a silvery case-hardened patina, the hammer with generous vibrant colors throughout. The barrel address with reissue date remains completely intact and strong and the rear barrel rib is stamped with a Japanese military proof. The smooth walnut grips remain in about very good plus condition having darkened from the years with a couple light dings and mild handling marks. The right panel is stamp-numbered "5087", the barrel is numbered "6794", cylinder "2958" and the latch is matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a hint of very minor play, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A solid Japanese contract No. 3 revolver. (13C9815-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Lovely Engraved Peabody Martini Long Range Creedmoor Target Rifle

Lot #175 (Sale Order 175 of 601)

serial #226, 44-100, 32" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features Zettler rifling which has a narrow groove cut down the center of each land. The top of the barrel bears proper "MANUFACTURED BY THE PROVIDENCE TOOL COMPANY PROVIDENCE, RI U.S.A." address which remains crisp. The rifle is in the traditional Creedmoor configuration and has special animal scene engraving on each side of the action. The action shows finely punchdot shaded relief floral scroll with shell motifs and large open panels at the center. The right panel shows three bison, one large in the foreground walking and two in the background running. The left side shows a large portrait of a bison head at center. The engraving is very detailed with small whiskers visible and you can count the teeth in his mouth. The barrel is engraved with scroll at the breech along with "44 CAL. / 100 GRS." and the top ring of action is engraved in gothic letters "Creedmoor". The condition of the rifle is lovely with the barrel retaining 95% original blue overall with some light silvering on the high edges. The action shows perhaps 80% original color case-hardened finish which has faded to a mottled smooth pewter with subtle colors visible throughout. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and the engraving remains crisp. The outside bow of the triggerguard is engraved "PEABODY & MARTINI PATENTS". The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with lots of original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The checkering is in the fancy pattern with finer cut checkered panels within the checkering on the forend. The forend tip is of iron and shows some faded old color case-hardening. The rifle is sighted with its original windgauge front with spirit level which is marked on front "PROVIDENCE TOOL CO.", there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and the original long range folding tang mounted peepsight is present, a second base is mounted on the top of the comb just ahead of buttplate, both bases are original and numbered to the gun. A beautiful example of these unusual and scarce American target rifles. (1E9670-18) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (8000/12,000)

Ornate German Percussion Jaeger Rifle by Morgenroth

Lot #176 (Sale Order 176 of 601)

29'' ribbed and rounded octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting and very finely-made Jaeger rifle. The barrel was octagonal its full-length, but each flat has been reduced and a radius incorporated its full-length, leaving the sharp edges of what were once the octagonal flats as raised ribs, again running the full-length of the barrel. The treatment is very pleasing it would've taken an incredibly long time to do in the pre-industrial age-era. The barrel itself is a pewter gray patina showing damascus twist pattern its full-length with interspersed sprinklings of light oxidation staining here and there. There are gold inlaid bands at the muzzle, a simple German silver front sight in dovetail, nice adjustable u-notch rear sight and gold wire scroll inlay, with a thicker gold band at the junction of the breech plug. "Morgenroth in Gernrode" is inlaid in gold atop the rear barrel flat, the only portion of the barrel which was not rounded, and the breech plug and long tang show exquisite quality open foliate scroll with a chamois in a mountain scene on the tang proper. The nipple bolster is graceful with a dual recurving flared while the lockplate shows the same exquisite flowing scroll with a recumbent rhebok in a mountainous scene, scroll and filigree gracing the hammer, which shows a gold eye on its right side, in a somewhat dolphin-like motif. The lockplate is dual-acting and features a pivoting hammer rest in addition to the normal half-cock stop present within the lock. There are two simple iron ramrod thimbles and a nicely engraved tailpipe and the smooth steel buttplate shows quality engraving along its tang. The triggerguard and its front extension are ornately carved horn showing a pineapple and scroll finial with a checkered bow and smooth forward-curving grip spur, showing some age cracking from drying here and there, which remains tight and will not flex, and certainly was not damaged from use but merely drying from the years. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of what is likely French walnut, the stock rating very fine with much original varnish, the expected light handling marks, a small bite mark from a vise on the right side mid-stock and a duffel cut 7'' from the horn forend tip. Interestingly the arm was constructed with both left and right side cheekpieces and the beautifully checkered wrist is accented by open flowing carved scroll which continues at the rear of each flared shadowline cheekpiece. The nicest amenity on the rifle is its slightly pendulum-shaped patchbox which shows excellent quality open foliate scroll with rococo bordering and a game scene vignette at its center showing a large Eagle preying on a rhebok, amidst a mountainous backdrop. The interior of the compartment is lined in green felt and the underside of the lid is polished to a true mirror finish. The lock functions properly and the arm is equipped with double set triggers, there is a base atop the tang for a diopter sight which is sadly no longer present. The duffel cut could be made to go away by a wood man who knew his business or with the addition of a horn insert which would act as an accenting stripe and be rather pleasing, matching the horn tip. Morgenroths were a gunmaking family in Gernrode as early as 1690, this rifle being percussion would likely be the third of the Gernrode Morgenroth's active sometime into the 1850s according to Stockel. This is a very handsome and very ornate rifle, clearly made for the hunting lodge of some nobleman or merchant of means, the dual cheekpieces meaning either left or right handed shooters could ''borrow'' and use the rifle afield. (3D9670-47) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Attractive Belgian Jaeger Style Schuetzen Target Rifle by Lardinois

Lot #177 (Sale Order 177 of 601)

.44 cal, 25'' round barrel with full-length integral rib and recessed muzzle for starter, showing a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows strong remnants of a lovely bright blue finish, most prominent in the protected area at the muzzle, the balance a very pleasing bright and gray-blue patina, showing a sparsely scattered light oxidation stain here or there, but remaining smooth and brilliant overall. There is a simple bead-style dovetailed front sight beneath the generous front sight hood, the rear sight is an elevation adjustable v-notch with flip-up aperture leaf and the graduations to 500 meters, and there is a diopter style aperture sight in place on the tang with a very generous screw-off aperture. The top flat features a prominent gold inlay of the Liège Perron with ''L'' and ''G'' flanking, with the makers name beneath ''NC/Lardinois/1852''. The long tang shows the very lightest foliate and floral engraving and is a smoky gray case-hardened patina as-is the stepped lockplate which shows the same very light, simplistic open foliate and rococo scroll which continues onto the hammer. The ramrod thimbles are simple bulbous affairs with dual medials, and the bottom metal is a full-length rib which runs from the tailpipe to the toe of the smooth steel buttplate, showing some light engraving and remnants of a bright fire blue, with light pitting nearer the toe. The ornate Schuetzen style triggerguard shows light engraving on the bow and has three finger grooves with a rearward grip swirl. It is actually hinged, with a threaded catch at its rear, this allows access to the adjustable double set target trigger beneath. The full-length Jaeger-style stock rates near very fine with much original varnish and overall very light dings and handling marks. It shows some coarse checkering in the area of the wrist and has a nice flared left side shadowline cheekpiece and horn forend tip. The lock is actually hand-detachable, the wing-shaped and lightly engraved sideplate has a somewhat bulbous trefoil at its center, which actually hinges-up and is the head of the lockplate screw, the plate hand-detaching to the right. What is likely the original ramrod is present as-is a loading rod with brass tip, collar and knob which fits the counter bore at the muzzle precisely. Nicholas C Lardinois was active in Liège roughly 1850-1865. This is a very finely-made target rifle that no doubt would perform extremely well off the bench with its lovely bore. (3C9670-101) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Ornate Austrian Reverse Action Percussion Schuetzen Rifle by Bartusch

Lot #178 (Sale Order 178 of 601)

About .48 cal., 33'' barrel with a very fine bore which shows sharp rifling but with minor oxidation, primarily within the grooves. The barrel is a pewter and plum brown patina showing evidence of a one-time pale blue finish, with some spots of light oxidation staining here and there and a few minor handling or tool marks. The top flat was neatly matted its full-length and the muzzle is very slightly swamped, the makers name is inlaid in gold near the breech ''F. Bartusch in Wien'' with deep etching on the left and right diagonal flats ''Aus Eisenwaffa Gebohrter Lauf'' (loosely iron barrel/drilled bore) with some light geometric gold line engraving at the junction with the engraved hooked breech plug. The front sight once had a scant iron bead which now has gone missing, the rear sight with a very shallow v-notch flat-top, adjustable for windage, with an iron slip-over sunshield. The hooked breech shows open flowing scroll and a Roman gladiator with the tang showing full scroll coverage with an effigy of the green man and with a windage and elevation adjustable aperture sight. The rearward-acting lock has open flowing scroll with filigree bordering and the makers name in riband, the front showing the left-side view of a reclining fellow sans his clothing, a lion's head near his feet, he seems to have some manner of fowl by the neck. The hammer shows light engraving and the generous percussion cap deflector shows the same quality open flowing scroll. The arm features very heavy furniture with a cast-in-relief front extension with an urn and floral motif, a bit of light engraving on the rear of the triggerplate, and a heavy cast-in relief toeplate showing the huntress Diana with her hound and bow. The Schuetzen-style iron fingergrooved guard features a single rearward-curving flourish, and there is a very heavy cast-in-relief buttplate with oakleaf and acorn motifs, boar's head right with the deer head left and a small owl on the recurving toe; all the hardware is a tarnished pewter patina. The French walnut stock rates fine with the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years and shows some exquisite relief scroll to the right rear of the comb and there is a carved dragon thumb rest to the rear of the lockplate. The left side features a very generous scooped shadowline cheekpiece beneath-which is more open flowing carved-in-relief scroll with background stippling, the rear seat of the triggerguard as well with bold flowing open scroll. There is a diminutive iron cap box along the toeline, neatly engraved with gold inlaid letter ''S'', this same initial is on the removable rear sight sunshade, in addition to an engraved depiction of Mr. Sun himself. The barrel is keyed with a single wedge and there is a somewhat scalloped tip of the forend, it would appear as though there was perhaps thought of including a ramrod in the nose of the stock, as it shows a very well-done plug there, no doubt by the maker, and the left stock flat shows a 5'' crack which does not flex. The arm is equipped with a rear set trigger and a very fine hair front and seems to function properly mechanically. (3D9670-307) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

New York Patent Breech-Loading Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Reynolds

Lot #179 (Sale Order 179 of 601)

.40 caliber, 32" octagon barrel with patent Reynolds chamber and a bright very fine bore which shows strong rifling and just a bit of a very sparsely scattered very light oxidation. This is a very interesting rifle from the era of breech-loading experimentation, and uses a separate patented ''chamber'' or ''cartridge'', very similar to a Maynard cartridge, made of steel with a vent hole in the center of its base. An innovative design, it would've allowed the sportsman to carry a number of loaded charges afield, ready for a moments reloading should it be necessary. Rifle is sighted with a simple diminutive blade front sight and a three leaf rear, one standing, two folding, with shallow u-notches. It is maker marked on its top flat ''F Reynolds New York patent'', the barrel a dull pewter gray with minor oxidation staining here and there and with light engraving on the breech frame, breech block and long tang, the frame with inlaid bands of silver front and rear. The back action lock and hammer show some light engraving, with open scroll on the plate, maker marked at its rear and showing some nice silvery case-hardening. There is a pewter or German silver forend tip, German silver tailpipe with light engraving, German silver flat-bottom triggerguard, showing the remnants of an old spring riveted to its base (the purpose of-which is unknown). There is a nice engraved pendulum style patchbox which was once flip-up, showing an old repair and conversion to length-wise flip-open (rear-to-front opening rather than vertically) with a running hare on the face. There is light engraving on the tang of the steel crescent buttplate and there are German silver inlays on the left of a recumbent deer, spread-winged eagle and light scroll side plate, none of these however are engraved. The American black walnut stocks rate very good with much original varnish, a nice left-side cheekpiece, mullered border checkering pattern and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a hunted arm. The mechanism and lock function as-designed, the arm is maker-equipped with sling eyelets and the original ramrod is included. Francis Reynolds was active in New York City until the mid to perhaps late 1860s, this very gun is pictured on pages 416-7 of The New York State Firearms Trade © Rowe. A very well-made gun with an ingenious auxiliary chamber which would have allowed for quick reloading. (3C9670-26) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Rare Factory Engraved Sharps 1853 Sporting Rifle with Congressman James M. Marvin Presentation

Lot #180 (Sale Order 180 of 601)

serial #9404, 60 bore (.44 caliber), 25" barrel with a deeply rifled bore that shows pitting. This rifle is listed in factory records as "Fine Engraved" which is the second highest of the four levels of engraving offered. The frame and hammer show full coverage punch dot shaded scroll engraving. Also showing heavy engraving are the triggerguard, patchbox, buttplate tang, barrel breech and there is an engraved border at the muzzle as well. The left side of the stock shows a shield shaped silver presentation plate which is engraved "Presented to / James M. Marvin / by / M.D.B. / New Years / 1855". The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers which seem to set and trip properly however the hammer does not hold on cock or half cock. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel showing an even gray brown patina with the high edges showing more gray and with some scattered light pitting. The barrel address remains clear and fully legible. The action is a pleasing brown patina overall with some fine pitting which is confined mostly to the top surfaces of the action to the front and rear of the breechblock. The engraving is in very full coverage leaving little room around the factory markings which all remain clear and fully legible. The walnut stocks rate very good plus with a lot of original finish remaining and with normal light handling marks. There is some light chipping just ahead of the action on the bottom of the forend, the pewter forend tip is in place and shows a lovely patina. The patchbox and other furniture show a pleasing even brown patina with some scattered light oxidation staining but they remain quite smooth. The presentation plaque shows a wonderful undisturbed rich tarnished patina overall and it fits very nicely. The rifle is sighted with its original folding rear barrel sight and a modern globe front. James M. Marvin was born in Ballston New York in 1809 and moved to Saratoga Springs in 1828 where he engaged in the hotel business. By 1839 he was a proprietor in the grand United States Hotel in Saratoga Springs. He was a member of the Whig party and was a representative in the New York Assembly in 1846. He went on to be a three term Republican Congressman serving during the end of the Civil War from 1863 to 1869. He later founded and served as president of the First National Bank of Saratoga Springs, he also served as a director of the Schenectady and Saratoga Railroad as well as the New York Central Railroad. The identity of the presenter "M.D.B." is unknown. More diligent research could uncover the identity of the individual, clearly they were a person of means at the time it was presented. In addition to confirming the engraving on this rifle, the factory records show the rifle shipped on December 12, 1854 just 20 days prior to the presentation. There were only 53 of these 60 bore engraved 1853 sporting rifles ever made. A rare, fine and desirable factory engraved presentation Sharps sporting rifle worthy of the finest collection of Sharps arms. (1F9670-230) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Fabulous Sharps Second Model Pistol Rifle

Lot #181 (Sale Order 181 of 601)

serial #394, .38 caliber, 28" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol rifle is completely original and remains in extremely fine condition. The left side of the frame is marked "C. SHARPS & CO. PHILADA PA" and the rifle has all-matching numbers on frame, breechblock, opening lever, barrel, rear sight and on the inside toe of buttplate. The barrel retains 95% lovely even original brown finish. The frame retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which has softened but remains visible overall. Some protected areas show brighter color but the overall surface and appearance of the frame is wonderful. All metal surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. All markings in metal remain clear and legible and all screwheads remain clean and undamaged. The walnut buttstock and forend are equally as nice as the metal with 95% original finish remaining, nice raised grain and just the few normal light handling marks from the years. The steel buttplate shows lots of color case-hardening as does the steel grip cap. The rifle is sighted with its original sights which are a standard German silver blade front and hinged adjustable rear. This is a stellar example of these interesting Sharps rifles, worthy of the finest collection of antique American arms. (1E9670-39) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/8000)

Extremely Fine Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #182 (Sale Order 182 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: A small spot of light oxidation with perhaps faint pinprick pitting right diagonal barrel flat

serial #300129, 25-210 Stevens RF, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. These rifles were made from left over 1871 Army Rolling Block pistol frames and with a total production of about 350 rifles, they rank among the rarest of the Rolling Blocks. This example remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish overall with markings remaining crisp. The frame shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish with markings remaining visible but a little light in areas, the original "P" and "S" marks are faint but there. The hammer and breechblock show 97% original blue and all screw slots remain clean. The rifle is equipped with English walnut checkered pistolgrip buttstock and schnabel tipped forend with ebony insert. The stocks show nice figure and are as crisp as the balance of the gun with 97% original finish remaining and with crisp checkering and just a few light normal handling marks. The original checkered hard rubber buttplate and scalloped grip cap are both in place and rate excellent with no chips. The rifle is sighted with a lovely gold washed Beach combination front and a Lyman folding peepsight mounted on rear of frame. An extremely fine No. 7 rifle for the Remington Collector. (1C9670-128) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)

Rare and Fine Percussion Buggy Rifle by Morgan James of Utica, New York

Lot #183 (Sale Order 183 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Thin sliver missing right of upper tang

.28 caliber, 14 3/4" part round part octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This is likely an extremely early Morgan James rifle built shortly after he returned to Utica and setup shop around 1841. The gun features an external lock made by Wyllys Avery in Salisbury Center, NY approximately 25 miles from Utica. The rifle also is built with a Remington barrel which is marked on the bottom flat "REMINGTON"; Ilion is about 11 miles from Utica. The lockplate is marked "AVERY" beneath the top leg of the mainspring, Avery was active between 1820 and 1850. The top of the barrel is marked "M. JAMES / UTICA NY.". The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining about 95% original browning with most loss in breech area where there is also some oxidation staining and some salt & pepper pitting. The lock shows muted color case hardening overall showing darkening mottled color. The walnut stock is very finely made with a pewter forend tip, brass buttplate and finger spur triggerguard and a silver inlaid running dog on the left side center of butt. The sideplate is silver with stylized wings and the elongated octagonal wedge escutcheons are also of silver. The wedge passes through a dovetail cut in the bottom of the barrel rather than an underlug. The stock rates excellent plus with tons of original finish, beautiful crisp edges and the furniture all fits perfectly. The rifle is sighted with a simple dovetail mounted blade front and a lollipop tang mounted peepsight; there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. Morgan James was one of the most accomplished 19 century New York makers, this is a fine, early and very unusual example. The rifle is illustrated in Swinney & Rowe's The New York State Firearms Trade book, they call it an Avery style lock, they were on the right track but apparently didn't see the AVERY marking which is obscured partially by the mainspring. A lovely little rifle for the antique American arms collector. (1D9670-109) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Rare L.L. Hepburn Four Barrel Swivel Breech Percussion Rifle

Lot #184 (Sale Order 184 of 601)

.32 cal, 22'' four barrel cluster showing bright about excellent bores which may have a bit of light oxidation here and there. This is an absolutely wonderful swivel breech ''double rifle'' with two barrels top and two barrels bottom, made by famous gunsmith Lewis L. Hepburn, among other things, mechanical department superintendent at Remington Arms Co. and Hepburn action fame, and very much mirrors examples known by M. J. Whitmore of Potsdam, New York, with-whom Hepburn worked early in his career. The barrels retain perhaps 95% of a very pleasing plum brown, which is likely original to the arm, showing minor fading along the high edges and at muzzles, along with some very minor oxidation staining here and there that come from the years and a field-used arm. Both sets of barrels have a silver blade front sight and a scant v-notch rear, the ''top'' set marked ''LL Hepburn/Colton NY''. There is a slightly sculpted barrel catch on the underside of the barrel frame which contacts a simple square notch cut into the barrel assembly, allowing it to pivot for firing of the lower set of barrels. The barrel frame and back action locks are a mix of fading plum brown and pewter gray patina and show only the slightest wavy-edge borderline engraving. The arm is nicely appointed with German silver furniture having a flat-bottomed single spur triggerguard with a simple rearward grip flourish, the bottom of-which is neatly metal checkered. The crescent butt and toeplates show very light wavy borderline engraving as does the pendulum-shaped patchbox on right of butt, the lid with a loose fleur-de-lis-style. The left side of the butt shows a stylized German silver inlay of intertwining open flowing scroll of very simple character but extremely well done. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the rifle is the trapdoor muzzle which stores the arm's ramrod at the center between the four barrels. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with some very nice grain figure in the area of the butt. The stock retains nearly all of its original varnish, along with minor dings and handling marks here and there, a couple of areas have been affected by some manner of solvent over the years which has darkened the finish, it still remains in very fine condition. The hammers are in-time and the locks function well mechanically, each of the hammers has the edge of its double skirt chipped out, doubtless from someone attempting to turn the barrels with the hammers in the down position. LL Hepburn was mechanically very gifted and a holder of many patents and did work for both Remington and Marlin in his day. Having a rifle constructed by him is a wonderful piece of firearms history, not to mention the quality of the arm itself. (3C9670-61) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Fabulous Percussion Three Barrel Combination Gun by George H. Ferriss of Utica, New York

Lot #185 (Sale Order 185 of 601)

40 caliber rifled barrels over .78" smooth bore, 30" barrels all with bright excellent bores. This is a very finely crafted combination gun made by this well-regarded central New York maker who was partners with Morgan James for a number of years during the early to mid 1850's. This gun is built on a design that is generally credited to James with lobes on either side reaching back into the stock and with a lateral tapered takedown pin present. The double rifle barrels are service by traditional double triggers with the rear trigger (left barrel) being a set trigger and with the smoothbore trigger being a simple underhammer type which sets directly on a notch on the hammer itself. The top of the barrel breech between the hammers is marked "G.H. FERRISS / UTICA / N.Y.", this appears to be the only marking on the gun. Each side of the barrels have a 9" ramrod housing with two thimbles ahead of each. The condition of the gun is wonderful with the rifle barrels retaining 90% original brown finish overall blending with a smooth brown patina. The shotgun barrel retains a similar amount of finish with damascus pattern visible along most of its length. The frame and barrel breeches retain 95% original color case-hardened finish which is quite vivid in areas and has a lovely appearance. The checkered walnut stock is of a nicely figured piece of American black walnut and shows crisp checkering on the wrist. The right side of the butt shows a round iron patchbox which retains vivid original color case-hardening, the iron buttplate is finished in the same manner with colors slightly more muted. The iron toeplate has a slightly convex shape at its front, very typical of Morgan James and George Ferriss arms. The flat toeline of the stock shows a 2 1/2" long oval monogram plate which remains unengraved. The condition of the stock is excellent except for some finish peeling on the right side where there is also some crazing. The gun is sighted with a globe front and elevator rear barrel sight, both of which are original. The gun has two ramrods, a hickory rod mounted on the left for the rifle barrels and rosewood on the right to service the smoothbore barrel. This gun is illustrated and discussed in Swinney's The New York State Firearms Trade on page 619. The author's comments are as follows: "Three barrel combination gun with two rifle barrels over one smoothbore. The rifle is in nearly new condition.". A wonderful gun for anyone who appreciates American percussion sporting arms. (1F9670-75) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Rare and Unusual Three Barrel Percussion Sporting Rifle by HV Perry

Lot #186 (Sale Order 186 of 601)

.36 cal, 28'' three barrel cluster with bright excellent bores, perhaps showing a few spots of light oxidation here and there. The barrels remain quite nice showing much original browning, with some light flaking and toning to a pewter patina beneath, showing a bit of muzzle and high edge wear. Each of the barrels is maker marked ''HV Perry/Jamestown/NY'', each of the ribs in between stamped ''Cast Steel''. Additionally each of the barrels is neatly numbered at its breech 1-3 and each barrel has a small simple blade front sight adjustable for windage. The barrel frame, long tang and both side and lock plates are a pleasing mottled pewter case-hardened patina with very light open simple foliate engraving, which continues onto the hammer. The tang has been maker drilled and tapped for a heart-shaped aperture sight which can also act as an open sight utilizing the v in its top surface. The barrel catch is a very nice spring-loaded button with stippled face, mounted at the rear of the tang, when pressed to the rear the barrels can be rotated until they lock in place. The arm features German silver hardware with a nice single spur triggerguard with a rearward grip flourish, crescent style buttplate with a steel insert at the heel and a simple toeplate. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with much original varnish and rating very fine to perhaps excellent, with a couple darkened spots left and right, perhaps from some solvent. The patchbox is a nice pendulum shape and is unadorned. Perhaps the most endearing feature of the arm is the center-mounted ramrod which rides at the center of the three barrels in a hollow tube of its own. Included with the arm is an antique hand-made softwood carry case, stained and varnished a dark walnut on its exterior, with simple leather strap carry handles and keyed lock (key included). The case rates good to perhaps near very good with the expected overall light dings, scratches and handling marks from the years. It shows small dividers on the interior which would house the rifle, perhaps cleaning implements and any of the loading apparatus you may need; its fit is decent for a country-made case. This very arm is pictured in the monumental set The New York State Firearms Trade © 2003 Rowe, on page 1271 of Volume 3 and nicely photographed. Perry lived in Danville, Freedonia and finally Jamestown New York, where he eventually passed away in 1897. The arm seems to function well and remains in very fine condition and was clearly quality-made throughout. (3D9670-62) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Scottish Percussion Halfstock Sporting and Target Rifle by Forrest & Sons

Lot #187 (Sale Order 187 of 601)

serial #856, .48 cal, 29 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows perhaps some sparsely scattered very light frosting, primarily within the grooves. The barrel shows a very nice contrasting darker gray-brown, light gray swirled damascus pattern its full-length, fading to pewter at the muzzle and on the sharp edges and contact points, the rear showing a few spots of sparsely scattered oxidation staining. The rifle was sighted with a simple bead front sight, there is currently only the base of that sight left, it would appear as though the top ''bead'' portion snapped off many years ago, now only an inverted ''V'' remains, there is a u-notch rear with platinum index line, the base graduated to 400 yards and flip-up adjustable ladder sight graduated to 4800 yards. The top flat is maker marked ''Geo Forrest & Sons Jedburg'' and the rebated breech shows some smoky color case-hardening with excellent quality tight flowing scroll atop, a platinum blowout plug at the breech with a flared right side bolster. The lock and tang are a pewter gray patina and show the same exceptional quality tight flowing English scroll, the lock with light borderline engraving and makers mark in riband ''Geo Forrest & Sons''. The hammer shows an engraved dolphin nose and actually shows an old repair to the spur which is so well done it is missed at first glance, the lock is fitted with a sliding safety. There is a simple tailpipe and the triggerguard and its front extension show the same near full coverage excellent quality scroll, this continuing on to the domed steel pistolgrip cap and tang of the smooth butt. English walnut stock rates fine with sharp edges good flat-top checkering with mullered borders and the expected overall light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The lock functions well mechanically and what is likely an original bone-tipped ramrod is present. There are some minor peen marks on the right diagonal flat near the makers marking, a top-notch metalworker who knew his business could doubtless peen them back down and make them far less noticeable, they are not that obtrusive to begin with. George Forrest was evidently active in Jedburgh from around 1825 to perhaps 1885. This is a handsome, Scottish-made rifle and with its nice bore would likely perform amiably with the proper loads worked up. (3C9670-34) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Handsome British Single Shot Percussion Sporting Rifle by John Blissett

Lot #188 (Sale Order 188 of 601)

serial #2480, .38 cal, 28 1/2'' octagon barrel with an about very good bore which shows light pitting its full-length. This is a very handsome and clearly well-made diminutive sporting rifle of small bore. The barrel retains excellent original damascus twist pattern in contrasting browns and pewter its full-length. There is a very scant bead dovetailed front sight and three-leaf square notch rear, one standing, two folding, showing remnants of fire blue. It is maker marked on the top flat ''John Blissett 321 High Holborn London'' and has a lovely rebated color case-hardened hooked breech with dual inlaid gold bands and platinum blowout plug showing a very small buck's head atop the flat. The tang shows lovely tight scroll engraving, small sprays of which are on the lockplate and flat of the hammer. They are each a dull pewter gray patina, the plate maker marked ''J Blissett'' with a recumbent buck just ahead of the hammer. The ramrod thimble has a very lightly engraved tailpipe and there is a neat pineapple finial front extension, neatly engraved with strong bright original blue on the bow of the guard, which is also engraved with tight foliate scroll. There is a checkered flared grip extension to the rear of the bow and the tang extension is serial numbered. The English walnut buttstock rates very fine with lovely grain figure and much original varnish showing the expected light dings and handling marks from the years. It has a horn forend tip, coarse checkering in a flawless wraparound pattern, un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline and a 14'' length of pull to the smooth steel buttplate, with a nicely engraved tang, which shows some strong original blue. The lock features a robust hammer spring and will hold on its half-cock notch, not at full, and what is likely the original ramrod is included. The barrel, breech plug and triggerguard tang are all numbered alike. An absolutely beautiful little smallbore British stalking rifle that sadly has a slightly neglected bore, but likely will still spin a patched ball well. (3C9670-98) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Beautiful British Percussion Single Barrel Fowler by Edge

Lot #189 (Sale Order 189 of 601)

serial #1340, 16 bore, 29 1/2'' barrel with Rigby flats at its rear and a bright fine bore which shows some scattered light oxidation or perhaps the widely scattered sparse light pit here and there. The barrel is lovely showing a three tone brown and pewter damascus twist pattern its full-length and features a simple brass bead front sight. As-mentioned there are Rigby flats at the rear and a rebated hooked tang breech with gold tone blowout plug and simple engraved gamebird. ''John William Edge'' is engraved on the top flat and there is a single gold inlaid band at the rear, the tang showing lovely quality tight flowing English scroll. The lockplate shows some strong remnants of original color case-hardening with nice banknote filigree bordering and excellent quality flowing scroll front and rear with gamebirds at its center along with the makers name; the nice filigree and engraving continues on the hammer, the nose engraved in a dolphin-head. The balance of the iron surfaces show remnants of bright blue or are smooth brown and pewter patina. The tailpipe shows light scroll engraving, the front extension lightly chiseled with exquisite engraving, which continues onto the bow of the guard and long tang of the butt. The English walnut stock rates very fine to near excellent, with light handling marks and much original varnish. It features a horn forend tip with coarse checkering at the grip and forend with nice mullered borders, there is an oval silver monogram plate atop the wrist engraved ''FWW''. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the length of pull to the smooth steel butt is 14''. What is likely the original ramrod is present and there are very light bite marks from a vise at left and rear flat of breech plug but they are missed at first glance. A very beautiful single barrel British fowler in a very fine state of condition from this respected maker. (3B9670-97) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1200/1800)

Extremely Rare Freund Alteration of a Sharps Model 1877 Rifle

Lot #190 (Sale Order 190 of 601)

40-90, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a near excellent bright bore. This is an extremely handsome rifle that has a very storied history. There are only 8 known Freund conversions using this model Sharps, which is perhaps the most handsome model of the Sharps line. This rifle features Freund's cam action breechblock, double extractor, hammer and sights. The lockplate is engraved with scroll and at center "FREUND'S PT. / WYOMING ARMORY / CHEYENNE WYO. T. U.S.A.". The frame is also engraved in lovely scroll with the right side of the frame engraved "R. Ashworth" and the left "Freund's / American / Frontier". This rifle was once part of John Amber's collection and images of the rifle appear in an early edition of Cartridges of the World as well as in the 1958 edition of Gun Digest. The rifle was in Amber's shop when it burned, reports are that his wife who suffered from mental illness set the fire. The rifle was recovered after the fire and all metal parts were placed in kerosene to stop the effects of the fire. The stocks were burned away and the sideplate and buttplate were missing. This is all documented in Pablo Ballentine's Freund & Bro. Pioneer Gunmakers to the West where the rifle is also illustrated in both color and black and white and discussed in detail including background information on R. Ashworth. When Amber received the rifle the name "R. Ashworth" had been defaced presumably by a period owner. After the rifle was acquired by Ballentine, in its post-fire condition, he sent it to Ed Webber of Big Timber Montana who is a well-respected gunsmith who actually built 1877 Sharps rifles. Mr. Webber was able to plane away tiny layers of the defaced metal and taking smoke tracings at regular intervals. Eventually he was able to decipher the letters so that this could be restored. The engraving on the rifle was executed and/or refreshed by none other than Lynton McKenzie. Webber also restocked the rifle which are the stocks that are seen in Ballentine's book which were more blonde in color. The current owner took the rifle to renowned gunsmith Warren Sellke in Colorado and had what he felt were a more appropriate set of stocks made for the rifle. They are of beautifully figured American Black walnut with rounded pistolgrip, horn schnabel tip and a beautifully made checkered steel buttplate with sliding trapdoor compartment. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining 98% lovely rust blue finish with "FINE CAST STEEL" being boldly engraved on the top breech section. The frame and lock show 95% wonderful color case-hardened finish which has been expertly softened to show proper age, really a wonderful color case-hardening job. The lock shows slightly more softening in area where the shooter's hand would make contact. The breechblock pin shows light engraving with nicely sculpted tip. The rifle is equipped with adjustable double set triggers and original Freund sights. The front sight is engraved "F.W. FREUND'S PATENT", the rear barrel sight is engraved "Freund's Pat 1880". The stocks are expertly made and show crisp checkering and 98% hand rubbed oil finish. Richard Ashworth immigrated from England to Powder River, Wyoming in 1881 seeking his fortune as a cattle rancher. Ashworth purchased herds of cattle from Oregon and Nevada and later took on a British partner named Johnson. The two would become prosperous cattlemen and would return to England in the early 1890's. Ashworth would apparently return to the U.S. but we assume this rifle was sold or given away when he left in the 1890s. Freund altered rifles are very rare, highly sought after and are prized by those collectors fortunate enough to own them. They are the epitome of the Western Frontier rifle and today conjure up images of days past when well-to-do gentlemen would hunt buffalo on the plains. While these rifles do not trade often when they do, they are regularly trading in the six figures, even the more common 1874 Freund Converted rifles, of which there are far more known than these ultra-rare 1877 rifles. Many of these rifles are traded among private collectors who covet them and long for an opportunity to one day become their caretaker. This opportunity to purchase one at public auction is rare and should not be overlooked as your next chance at one could be 20, 30, 40 or more years down the road. A truly fabulous American rifle, once part of the celebrated John Amber collection and painstakingly restored to its current glory by true scholars of the subject and world class artisans. (1F9790-67) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (25,000/50,000)

Fine U.S. Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol by Remington

Lot #191 (Sale Order 191 of 601)

serial #2162, 50 CF, 8" round barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered small areas of mild pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this pistol retains about 90-92% original blue showing a few small areas of old oxidation staining and some mild thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The action retains about 90% vibrant case-hardened colors muting slightly along the left side and tangs also with some sparsely scattered mild freckling and remnants of protective lacquer. The frame screw heads show a little mild slot wear but otherwise retain strong fire blue, the trigger also with nice brilliant fire blue and action pins with fine straw color. The retainer plate, hammer and breechblock remain mostly bright showing a little gray-brown freckling. The Remington's Ilion frame markings and patent dates remain crisp and clear along with the appropriate "P" and "S" proof marks. The smooth walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish with some sparsely scattered tiny dings and a crisp "CRS" inspector's cartouche on the left side. The forend rates very good plus showing a repaired thin crack along its length on the underside starting to flex very slightly at the tip and some other scattered light dings. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these short-lived army pistols that would make a fine addition to any U.S. martial or antique arms collection. (13B9857-14) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Rare & Very Fine Remington Model 1887 Navy Frame Rolling Block Target Pistol

Lot #192 (Sale Order 192 of 601)

serial #3346, 22 RF, 8" round barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple mild freckles and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this lovely "plinker" model retain about 94-95% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some light flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina along the sides of the frame and bow of the triggerguard, some mild edge wear and faint thinning along the barrel, the barrel also showing two very small spots of old minor oxidation. The frame screw heads show a hint of mild slot wear and some faint straw color while the hammer retains almost all of its lovely rich straw color with some mild freckling. The trigger shows nice pale fire blue along the sides and the rear sight and front sight base show brilliant bright fire blue. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address and Remingtons Ilion address and patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear and the arm retains its naval proof marks "P / F.C.W." along the right frame edge. The smooth walnut grip and forend remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered tiny dings and mild handling marks with strong original finish. The grip is stamp-numbered matching the frame and the forend is pencil-numbered matching. The pistol is equipped with the correct No. 4 rifle rear sight and German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful investment-grade Remington pistol, one of only about 100 produced. (13D9857-17) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

Fine Remington Model 1891 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Lot #193 (Sale Order 193 of 601)

serial #1437, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely pistol retains about 92% original blue with most of the loss due to silvering at the high edges and sides, some very fine pinprick pitting also noted along the sides and scattered light handling marks. The action retains about 90% strong case-hardened colors muting slightly to a mild gray patina and the gripstraps toning to silvery case-hardened patina. There are still a few flakes of original protective lacquer scattered about, the breechblock, hammer and trigger retain 95% original bright blue showing some light high edge wear and the remaining small parts show very nice fire blue and straw finishes. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address, "25" caliber designation and seven patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition showing some areas darkened from the years, three small notches on the bottom left edge and a few light dings. The internal number on the grip is difficult to discern and the barrel is matching the frame. The rear sight has been replaced with a later sporting sight similar to the Remington offering and the front sight is a very tall replacement fine bead. The half cock notch is worn but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these desirable Remington target pistols. [Former Fritz Baehr Collection] (13B9362-54) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

Rare Freund Brothers Modified Remington Rolling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot #194 (Sale Order 194 of 601)

serial #D586, 40-70, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is engraved on the top flat of barrel in fancy script "Freund & Bro Denver Colorado U.S.A." with "E. REMINGTON & SONS" marking being closer to breech and partially beneath the rear sight. The belly of the action is engraved just ahead of the Freund triggers "Pat July 28th 1874 / No. 153432". The left side of the action shows proper patent dates and the rifle shows matching serial numbers on the bottom of the barrel, end grain of the forend, lower exterior tang of action (just ahead of rear screw hole), top tang inlet of stock, inside of buttplate and on the underside of the Freund made triggerguard. This rifle appears to have arrived at Freund's as a standard No. 1 sporting rifle. The Freund alterations include shell carving at the cheeks of the stock and tip of the forend, both appear to be original Remington stocks which were checkered and carved by Freund. The rifle is equipped with Freund's adjustable double set triggers and nickel plated steel finger spur triggerguard with finely checkered "pistol grip". Additionally the rifle features a large Freund breechblock spur which is affixed to the face of the breechblock by three screws. The rifle is equipped with a German Silver blade Rocky Mountain front and standard Remington rear barrel sight with sliding elevator. This dovetail is just about 4" from the frame and the sight covers part of the barrel address, there is an addition narrow (.280") dovetail and a single hole drilled and tapped just to the rear of the narrow dovetail. Additionally, there is a long range unmarked Winchester folding tang mounted peepsight. The condition of the rifle is quite nice considering these frontier arms typically saw hard use. The barrel retains about 75% evenly thinning original blue finish which is blending with a smooth gray brown patina and generally free of any pitting with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action retains about 80% original color case-hardened finish which has faded over time but is pleasing in appearance and remains smooth with all markings being clear and legible. The adjustable double set triggers function properly. The stocks show Freund's checkering and shell carving and retain perhaps 50% finish which appears to be the Freund applied finish. The checkering remains quite strong and carving is crisp. The original Remington sporting buttplate is present and looks to have been nickel plated at time of alteration. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Roy Marcot's Remington Rolling Block Sporting and Target Rifles on pages 216 & 217 when it was part of the David Carter collection. Frontier altered or improved rifles by makers such as Freund and Gove are very much sought after today. A very fine Freund altered Rolling Block rifle that exudes the romance of the Western Frontier. (1F9790-83) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (15,000/25,000)

Very Fine Remington Model 1901 Target Rolling Block Pistol

Lot #195 (Sale Order 195 of 601)

serial #1892, 25 Stevens RF, 10" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive pistol retains about 96% original blue showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and minor edge wear. The frame retains about 95% original vibrant case-hardened colors with some small areas toning to a mild gray patina on the right side, some silvering along the high edges and some remnants of original protective lacquer along the left side. The breechblock and trigger retain about 90% original blue with some light operational wear, the hammer is mostly bright showing a few light freckles and the action pins retain all of their lovely straw color. The barrel markings remain crisp with Remington Arms Co. address and large "25-10 RF" designation on the underside. The checkered walnut grip and forend remain in very fine condition retaining most of their antique varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. This is a rather peculiar example as the frame does not bear any of the usual markings and it is sighted with an 1891-style sporting rear sight (elevation slider is a replacement) and silver bead front sight. A wonderful Rolling Block target pistol for the Remington collector only a handful of which were made in 25 Stevens. (13B9362-49) {C&R} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

British Brass Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss by Bennett

Lot #196 (Sale Order 196 of 601)

About .60 cal, flaring to 1 1/8'' at the muzzle with 13 1/2'' part octagon, part round brass barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a very pleasing goldenrod patina and features a flared cannon-belled muzzle with large medial and another turned medial at the point of transition. It is marked ''Royal-Exchange-London'' on its top flat with British proofs and makers touchmark ''IB'' on its left diagonal flat, the iron tang showing some very light engraving. The lock has a nice beveled edge with a step at the rear and a small teat which shows a tiny bit of engraving, it is marked ''Bennett'' at its center beneath the pan. The swan neck cock shows a bit of light engraving as well and the arm features a bridled frizzen and a lightly chiseled tail on the frizzen spring. The balance of the hardware is brass with simple ramrod thimble, lightly engraved tailpipe extension and an acorn finial on the triggerguard front extension, the wide bow with very light floral engraving. The smooth brass buttplate shows a lightly engraved tang with an image of a bow and arrow with quiver and there is a simple oval brass monogram plate atop the wrist which is un-engraved. The English walnut stock rates very fine with sharp edges and much original varnish, showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, what is likely the original horn-tipped ramrod is present. The lock is crisp and functions well mechanically. John Bennett was active at Royal Exchange London from about 1781 to around 1802, after-which he moved to adjacent Threadneedle Street and incorporated his wife Elizabeth in the trade. A very handsome British brass-barreled blunderbuss in a fine state of condition. (3B9849-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

British Brass Barrel Blunderbuss with Top Snap Bayonet

Lot #197 (Sale Order 197 of 601)

About .80 cal, flaring to 1 1/4'' at the muzzle. 15 1/2'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel is an ochre and goldenrod patina and features a widely flared cannon-belled muzzle with an astragal and fillet roughly 2'' to the rear of the face, showing two turned medials halfway down its length, with British proofs on the left radius and a makers touchmark ''TH'' beneath a lion. There is a 14 1/2'' top-snap bayonet with 13'' triangular blade with face and back flutes, the blade showing light and moderate pitting its full-length. The iron tang is a dull oxidized brown patina and the sliding bayonet catch is somewhat loose but does catch the tip, if only just. The unmarked lock plate, hammer and all the attendant parts show some light and moderate pitting and are a dull brown patina, showing only remnants of what was likely a makers mark at its center. It features a simple unbridled frizzen and appears to be original to the gun although the wood has shrunk somewhat from the years along the bottom edge, with a chip missing at the top edge behind the cock. There is a simple sheet brass ramrod thimble which shows some dings and a rather heavy unadorned brass triggerguard which is very sea-service-like. The unadorned heavy sheet brass buttplate is affixed with a single screw at the top tang and a number of iron brads around the periphery at the butt and the brass sideplate is very second model Brown Bess-like, being flat, serpentine, with rear teat. The English walnut stock rates very good showing an old cleaning many years ago with deep comb flutes and a round cross-section at the wrist showing the overall light dings and handling marks that come from the years, a deeply branded ''2'' on the right side of the butt, with some older drying cracks adjacent. The barrel is retained by two pins, the pin holes show a more recent repair with the addition of some synthetic filler, no doubt to tighten up a loose barrel, it rides snugly in the stock currently. There is a 3'' chip missing at the right front of the stock at its nosecap and the toe of the buttplate hangs quite a bit proud, the triggerguard as well being somewhat loose in fit. The lock does function mechanically however the hammer spring seems quite light and the lock screws are obvious replacements, their heads being quite small, a replacement ramrod is also present. Currently the bayonet catch at the muzzle is a bit loose and the bayonet will not lock into place, likely a good thing as the release spring button is missing, but these would be an easy repair. Still a rather respectable example of an early British blunderbuss with top-snap bayonet, that could be spruced up a bit by a competent antique man. (3B9869-3) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Fine Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #198 (Sale Order 198 of 601)

serial #67745, 38-56 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore showing a couple tiny scattered pinprick pits and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this handsome rifle retain about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered specks of lightly cleaned old oxidation staining, some small light pits mostly along the high edges of the left side and a few more minor handling marks. The action retains about 85% fine case-hardened colors toning to a silvery pewter patina with some areas of light pitting along the edges and some fine scratches along the right side. The colors are particularly vibrant along the left side, lower tang and inside of the lever still retaining remnants of protected lacquer. The buttplate is a mottled gray showing some old oxidation staining and the nosecap shows a healthy amount of vibrant colors. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue showing a couple tiny pinprick pits, the loading gate retains a similar amount of lovely pale fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus to perhaps very fine condition retaining about 90% original finish thinning along the forend and showing a 7/8" rectangular chip at the left side heel, some scattered light dings and handling marks with otherwise nice raised grain. The rear sight dovetail has been blanked and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman No. 52 tang sight and a Beach combination front sight, the globe dented in very slightly. This is a very attractive rifle made in 1892 with some wonderful original condition. (13D9746-38) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #199 (Sale Order 199 of 601)

serial #114138, 50 Express, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout still quite strong for a few inches ahead of the chamber. The barrel and magazine of this 1897-made rifle retain perhaps 70-75% original blue thinning and toning to plum-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining, some light dings and minor pitting. The barrel address remains completely intact and strong and the caliber designation is slightly obscured by some old pitting but legible. The action is toning to a mix of mottled gray-brown and silvery case-hardened patina showing some overall light pitting, old oxidation staining and small dings with some more moderate tool marks along the back edge of the loading gate assembly. Remarkably there are still some vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the protected edges, particularly the rear corner right side frame. The bolt has mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing some light pitting while the nosecap and buttplate are a milder gray. Some of the screw heads show light slot wear with some circumferential wear evident along the nosecap screws and the frame markings remain intact. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered mild abrasions, light dings and small scratches with an area a little shy of the upper tang. The rifle is sighted with a later 1927 patent sporting rear sight, silver bead front sight and the action is a little bit sluggish but otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable example of a desirable 50 Express rifle that has seen honest use. (13B9746-51) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

German MG 34 Light Machine Gun by Brno with Lafette Tripod & Accessories

Lot #200 (Sale Order 200 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Saddle drum magazine model is MG15

Description Update 11/09/2020: Saddle drum magazine model is MG15

serial #842a, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a very good plus bore. This dot-coded 42-dated gun has matching numbers on the receiver, barrel shroud and buttstock, with remaining parts a mix of numbers, codes and Waffenamts. The metal retains about 90% arsenal refurbished blue with loss due to rear of receiver, straps and triggerguard, a mild gray patina, high edge wear and scattered blued-over light pitting. The dot code/1942 date on barrel shroud is faint while other markings are strong. The grooved grips rate very good plus with some scattered handling marks and a few chips here and there. The dark brown buttstock is similar showing light handling marks and strong serial number. The fire control group has been pinned to full auto only and a trigger group in original configuration is included; missing left grip panel, two lower rivets on right panel missing, showing scattered light staining. The action functions mechanically. Accompanying this arm is a host of accessories: Lafette tripod, four ammo cans with ten belts each, two starter tabs, one "E" can with spares, one "P" can with lubricant, one fortress ammo box, one cart ammo can, one saddle drum with repro top cover, two assault drums w/carrier, ranging tool, barrel mitt, sling, brass catcher, blank barrel, two spare barrels with carry case, AA mount, carry handle, winter trigger, optical sight with case, light, battery case, periscope and rheostat, and complete gunner's case. The tripod is serial number "747a", dated 1943, matching "747" on traverse arch, search-fire mechanism coded "bkh" w/42 date and serial number "4266a". The metal retains 80% flaking arsenal dark green paint. The green anodized aluminum sight mount is unmarked and more modern; pads are refurbished and dvr 42-coded leather straps included; the adjustment hardware functions. The spare parts "E" can contains a pair of tinted eye covers, three rubber caps, three belt starter tabs, two wrenches, brush, asbestos mitt, spare bolt carrier, complete spare bolt numbered "4668III", spare feed tray and feed block, three-compartment tin with assorted spares, flash hider with case and spare recoil spring with case. The "P" can has two green oil cans in very fine condition. The 250-round "fortress" ammo can is coded "kr43" with faint Waffenamt showing a few scattered light dings; the cart-mounted can is similar showing some light pitting and 41 date and Waffenamt. The saddle drum is coded "wa42" and retains 80% original enamel flaking to gunmetal; the reproduction top cover and leather case rate near excellent. The two assault drums with carrier retain 90% flaking paint, showing minor dings and handling marks. The aluminum range tool shows crisp Waffenamt and rates near excellent. The mitt and brass catcher rate about very good. The blank firing barrel is coded "ixm", the rear insert "cnz" and "hth" and rates very fine retaining about 90% original blue with a fine bore. One spare barrel rates near excellent with a bright excellent bore, the other rates very fine with a very good bore with frosting in the grooves. The metal barrel case shows a faint maker code and overall light dings. The anti-aircraft mounting arm rates very fine, the nuts are replacements. The original MG Z sight retains crisp markings with "K.F." and "cme" code. The body retains about 92% dark green paint with thinning and mild high edge wear, the exposed hardware toning to gunmetal gray. All knobs and adjustments operate smoothly, optics a little bit discolored but serviceable. The green metal case rates very fine showing light flaking and handling marks, the interior maker-stamped, numbered "2017". The case contains two original filters, eyepiece, cleaning brush and cloth. Also includes gray-painted battery box, Busch sight illuminator with intact plug, rheostat and green-painted periscope all in near excellent condition. Last is a leather gunner's case rating very good showing missing rivets, lost strap, minor crackling but strong markings. Case contains complete spare bolt with light oxidation staining, belt tab, AA sight, oil can, shell extractor, chamber cleaning rod, wrench and combination screwdriver / shell extractor; the contents rating very good plus. This is a really wonderful ensemble. {C&R} [Fully Transferable on ATF Form 3 or 4] {CLASS III} (30,000/40,000)

Excellent German MP40 Submachine Gun by Steyr

Lot #201 (Sale Order 201 of 601)

serial #3136h, 9mm, 10" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this bnz.41-coded submachine gun retain about 96-97% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered very fine oxidation that has been lightly cleaned and is toning slightly to mild gray patina along with some scattered minor high edge wear and light handling marks. Some of the pins show some light dings or tool marks and there is a small scuff mark on the magazine release but this is very unobtrusive. Some of the oxidation left a few tiny pinprick pits. The black Bakelite barrel rest and dark brown grooved Bakelite forend and grip panels remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered light scuffs or handling marks, the forend and grip panels showing some subtle mottled patterns. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "(Eagle) / 623" Waffenamts throughout, the eagle firing proof on the barrel somewhat off-struck and the left side front of receiver and the left rear above the stock button stamped "bnz". The magazine housing is of the ribbed variety and appears to be un-numbered showing a very faint Waffenamt on the front edge, "3" on the inside front surface and "5" on the right side magazine catch. The left side of the front sight is numbered "811", the bolt is the early hooked variety, all remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included with this lovely MP40 are four original 32-round magazines, an original brown leather sling in about good condition showing some mild crackling, a reproduction magazine pouch in near excellent condition and a reproduction magazine loader in excellent condition. The magazines are coded as follows: ayf 43, kur 43, bte 42 and fxo 41 and remain in very good to very good plus condition, some showing some light oxidation staining and light pitting with otherwise strong original blue and serviceable springs; also please see the extra original magazines available in the online auction. This is a wonderful example of these iconic German submachine guns; if you are looking for an MP40 it would be difficult to improve upon this one. (13G9912-1) {C&R} [Fully Transferable on ATF Form 3 or 4] {CLASS III} (20,000/30,000)

Very Fine German MG 08/15 Light Machine Gun by Spandau

Lot #202 (Sale Order 202 of 601)

serial #345 8d, 8mm Mauser, 28 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing some small areas of faint frosting in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a very attractive 1918-dated machine gun with all matching parts including the lock components. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original blue with most of the loss due to the edges of the fusee spring housing on the left side toning to plum-brown patina and showing some scattered light oxidation staining and a few minor dents along with some overall mild high edge wear, a little minor freckling and handling marks. The barrel jacket shows one very shallow minor dent along the bottom and retains strong remnants of flaking original dark green paint throughout, the small locking screw for the large screw at the back of the jacket is missing but this is relatively minor. The rear sight slider and some of the other small parts all retain good bright fire blue and straw color. The original bipod retains much of its original dark green paint flaking and toning to a dark plum-brown patina showing a few light dings, mild handling marks and a crisp imperial acceptance stamp. The walnut buttstock and checkered pistolgrip are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very good plus condition, the buttstock showing a thin 3" drying crack along either side that continue along the coarsely checkered butt, and the overall expected mild abrasions and light dings with otherwise strong imperial proofs. All markings remain completely intact and crisp and the action seems to function well mechanically. Accompanying this gun is a number of original and reproduction accessories including: original blank firing booster assembly, vent tube, one reproduction leather sling, two reproduction drums in near excellent condition (the drum bracket is not present), an original wooden drum case and wooden ammo case that rates good showing some light chipping, moderate dings and oxidation along the hardware, the ammo case painted white, an original water can painted gray that rates very good plus showing some light flaking, dings and handling marks, two reproduction combination tools and water hose connector, a spare feed block spring, an original set of cartridge case tongs that show moderate overall wear, a spare complete lock numbered "2932d" some of the smaller parts of which are mismatched and seven cloth belts of various sizes and manufacturers, a couple are full 25 0-round belts, one shows a Russian maker stamp and a couple are British. This is a wonderful ensemble for the advanced World War One collection, seldom-seen all-matching and the gun itself actually appearing to have seen very little use. (13G9912-2) {C&R} [Fully Transferable on ATF Form 3 or 4] {CLASS II I} (12,000/18,000)

German M1918 T-Gewehr Anti-Tank Rifle by Mauser, The Earliest Known Post-Kurz Example

Lot #203 (Sale Order 203 of 601)

serial #281, 50 BMG / 13x92mm, 39" custom 50 BMG barrel currently installed on the rifle with a bright excellent bore and the original 39" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The custom barrel of this 1918-dated rifle retains about 95% original blue showing some mild thinning to gray patina along the top of the breech, a few scattered light handling marks and minor freckles. The original barrel has mostly toned to a mottled deep gray and gunmetal patina showing a few sparsely scattered small areas of minor oxidation staining, some light pitting and scattered light handling marks with good remnants of original blue here and there. The barrel retains crisp inspector stamps and shows all matching numbers to the receiver. The receiver and bolt remain mostly bright showing some remnants of cleaned light pitting scattered along the top that is mostly smoothed-over. The large Mauser banner on the receiver ring and 1918 date remain crisp and clear as do the Imperial inspection stamps. The barrel band and triggerguard retain much of a nice quality restored blue thinning to pewter along the top of the barrel band and showing some smoothed over light pitting and strong markings. The hardwood stock and pistolgrip remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing a thin 2" drying crack and some smaller thin cracks along the butt, a few scattered shallow chips along the bottom and behind the upper tang and otherwise just some scattered light dings and handling marks one would expect. The stock retains strong markings throughout and is clearly stamp-numbered matching the receiver along the toe line also showing good inspector stamps along the right side. All of the serialized parts are matching, the action seems to function well mechanically and the custom barrel is sighted with military-style sights. The included bipod retains about 95% arsenal green paint showing some scattered tiny flakes, handling marks and the underside of the crosspiece stamped with a "(Crown) / SA". This is the earliest known T-Gewehr with the new standard longer 39" barrel. A copy of the book Das Tankgewehr Mauser M 1918 by Wolfgang Kern is included and in the author's serial number survey he notes serial #277 as a kurz model and 302 as a normal model, thus this rifle is only 3 numbers away from the latest kurz model surveyed! Another interesting note is that serial #277 is also held in the USA, converted to 50 BMG and owned by the body armor company Second Chance. Also included is a spare reproduction extractor, a reproduction ammo pouch in excellent condition and we have a few original rounds of German ammunition available in the Online Auction. A very fine example of these desirable early anti-tank rifles that can be enjoyed as-is or easily converted back into its original configuration by any competent gunsmith. (13E9736-85) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

Very Rare German M16 Glasvisier Bifocal Scope with Case & Accessories by Zeiss

Lot #204 (Sale Order 204 of 601)

serial #6106. This is a wonderful example of these interesting and desirable scopes designed to be mounted over the existing sights of a Gewehr 98 to provide a fast usable sight picture in low light conditions and other special scenarios. The scope retains about 97-98% original black enamel finish showing a few scattered small flakes and minor crazing while the spring clip retains about 95% original blue showing some scattered minor oxidation staining. The front sight with ivory triangle insert similarly retains about 98% original black enamel showing a few tiny flakes and handling marks. The sunshade is matching the body and both of these components, along with the front sight, are stamped with the Carl Zeiss Jena logo. The body is marked "2,5x" and there is a neatly etched "K" below the serial number on the sunshade. The optics are somewhat cloudy but serviceable and the flexible eyepiece has broken off, only the leather rim is included, detached. The original black leather case rates very fine showing some scattered light flaking and edge wear, minor crackling and some wear along the closure strap. All stitching and hardware remain intact, even the original chamois cloth tethered to its stud inside the lid is present showing some light fraying along the edges and overall mild staining. Finally included is the original tiny foldout instruction manual, the folds have torn and it does not appear to be complete, three separated pages are present. These interesting advanced scopes are rare enough to find with just the hardware, let alone with the original accessories. This ensemble would make an excellent addition to any advanced German martial collection. (13B7884-14BA) [Craig Brown Collection] (3000/4000)

Very Fine German K98K High Turret Sniper Rifle by Mauser

Lot #205 (Sale Order 205 of 601)

Description Update 11/18/2020: Internal stock number is in a smaller font than handguard number, possibly armorer stock

serial #13455f, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing two very small areas of moderate oxidation about 3" back from the muzzle with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive rifle retain about 96% original blue showing some mild toning to gray-brown patina along the floorplate, a few light dings along the front band and a few errant mild brown freckles scattered about. The extractor has taken on the familiar deep plum tone and the smooth cupped buttplate is a silvery pewter patina showing some remnants of old oxidation staining scattered about. The bek-coded 4X Dialytan scope and its rings retain about 95% original blue showing some toning to gray-brown patina along the ocular bell, a few specks of light oxidation staining and minor handling marks. The scope itself is numbered "76846" and features the typical German reticle with very good plus slightly discolored optics. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing a very thin 2" scratch along the right side wrist, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock retains a strong "(Eagle) / WaA135" on the right side butt, a more faded Waffenamt along the toe line and what appears to be a name written in ink inside the right sling cutout, unfortunately no longer legible. The stock and handguard are both numbered internally matching the receiver. All markings remain intact and strong with the left side receiver ring stamped with firing proof, serial number and "(Eagle) / 135", the left side barrel shank is stamped only with a firing proof and the right side rear sight base with "(Eagle) / 135". The floorplate and barrel bands are stamped with matching serial number, the stamped triggerguard with byf code and proper Waffenamts and the buttplate with bpr code and "(Eagle) / WaA497". The firing pin appears to be un-numbered and the remaining bolt parts including the correct milled safety are matching the receiver. The front surface of the front scope base is marked with a Mauser "RW" factory stamp, the rear base with proper "(Eagle) / 135" on the left side, the right rear edge of the tang stamped with a "U" and the front scope ring is matching the receiver. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely correct and matching high turret sniper for the advanced sniper or martial collection. (13G9807-205) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Scarce German Volkssturm VK98-VG5 Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr

Lot #206 (Sale Order 206 of 601)

serial #4896, 8mm Mauser, 21" bnz-coded barrel with counter-bored muzzle and a partially bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this bnz 45-coded rifle show light to perhaps moderate scattered buff marks along the receiver ring and length of the barrel showing remnants of Parkerized finish toning to a pale gray patina overall along with some areas of silvering and light handling marks. The rear receiver bridge retains much of its original Parkerized finish showing the familiar late-war rough machining marks and the rudimentary triggerguard is a silvery pewter patina. The receiver ring is stamped with the appropriate "bnz 45" behind the fixed rear sight, the marking somewhat off-center, and there is no visible "MOD.98" in front of the rear sight. The left side barrel shank shows an eagle firing proof, serial number and Steyr factory stamp with bnz in a shield. The bolt retains about 90% late-war dull blue showing silvering along the extractor, light operational wear, an area of silvering due to some light grinding marks ahead of the bolt handle and areas taking on a deep plum patina. The bolt handle root shows matching serial number, a firing proof on the back surface of the root and "V" on the underside and the magazine follower is coded "lxr". The remaining bolt parts are un-numbered, the body is properly lacking the guide rail and the bolt sleeve locking plunger and spring are missing or perhaps were never installed. The rudimentary smooth pistolgrip hardwood half stock remains in very good plus condition showing a couple of thin drying cracks at the toe of the butt and tip, some scattered light dings and mild abrasions. The twisted wire front sling swivel is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A solid example of these interesting and desirable arms that keenly demonstrate the desperate measures of late-war Germany. (13C9736-24) {C&R} (4000/6000)

British No. 4 MKI (T) Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by BSA with Original Case

Lot #207 (Sale Order 207 of 601)

serial #T34871, 303 British, 25 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1945-dated rifle retain about 95% arsenal refurbished black enamel finish showing some scattered light high edge wear, minor handling marks and small areas flaking to the underlying dark gray Parkerized finish. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side socket with BSA maker code, date, serial number and proper "TR" stamp, the left side of the receiver also showing the appropriate "T" stamp. The arm shows a small "ENGLAND" import mark along the right side receiver ring and British export proofs at the muzzle. The No. 32 MKIII telescopic sight and its mount retain about 94% arsenal black enamel finish, the mount having mostly flaked to the underlying dark gray Parkerized finish and the scope showing some mild high edge wear and handling marks. All markings remain intact with strong manufacturer markings, "1946" date, blue-painted "B" and red "W". The scope mount has been arsenal-renumbered to match the rifle, the scope itself is serial numbered "28567" and the rings are matching the base by numbers "523" and "524". The scope features typical single post with crosshair reticle and very good optics, there is an area of crazing or crackling in the center of the field of view along one of the internal lenses, it is not particularly noticeable when focused on the reticle and the optics are slightly discolored but still quite serviceable overall. The hardwood stocks remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and handing marks with otherwise strong arsenal oil finish and the cheek rest showing a darker stained finish. The stocks retain crisp inspector stamps, the toe line is properly marked "S 51", the fore-stock is stamp-numbered matching the receiver and the wrist is stamped matching the scope number "28567". The bolt is matching the receiver, one un-numbered magazine in near excellent condition is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included wooden case rates very good showing some light chips and dings along the edges and overall light scuffs and the leather straps show a few minor tears and overall crackling. The internal label is mostly intact and a canvas-covered 1946-dated scope case is included along with a very fine set of original leather scope covers. The case shows strong stenciled markings and is numbered matching the scope along with some mild staining and scuffs. The orange label shows a number of moderate flakes but is mostly intact. A very fine cased British sniper rifle for the martial collector. (13C9793-7) {C&R} (3500/5000)

British L42A1 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with Original Case

Lot #208 (Sale Order 208 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Tiny Gemco import mark underside barrel

serial #AT3187, 7.62 NATO, 27 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 95% heavy arsenal-reapplied black enamel finish showing some light high edge wear, scattered small flakes and crazing along the barrel. The screw heads show the typical light slot wear seen on British arms and all markings remain intact and strong. The arm was arsenal converted from a BSA No. 4 MKI(T) sniper rifle and shows original markings, 1943 date and "TR" on the left socket. The left side of the receiver is properly marked "L42A1" along with Enfield arsenal stamp, "71" date and "T". The smooth hardwood stocks remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing a few small arsenal repairs, a very thin hairline crack at the bottom left edge of the fore-stock ahead of the socket, some scattered light dings and minor handling marks. There is a painted white "1" on the left side butt, the fore-stock is faintly numbered matching to the receiver while the wrist is properly stamped with the scope number "19313", the numbers rather soft. The original arsenal-converted L1A1 scope and mount retain about 95% heavy arsenal-reapplied black enamel finish showing some high edge wear, scattered light flaking and handling marks with otherwise strong markings. All markings remain strong and the scope mount is stamped matching the rifle along with a painted "1" and a Canadian broad arrow stamp with "57". The scope features single post with crosshair reticle and very good optics that are slightly discolored but completely serviceable. The bolt and magazine are also matching the receiver and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included wooden case rates very fine retaining much of its olive drab patina showing some light flaking and exterior scuffs. The interior labels are intact and show matching numbers to the rifle and scope and the included metal scope cover is also stencil-numbered to the scope and rates near excellent retaining much of its original paint showing some minor scuffs; a pair of leather scope covers are also present and rate very good showing light staining. A very fine example of these desirable post-war British sniper rifles. (13C9807-240) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (4000/6000)

Very Fine Canadian No. 4 MKI* (T) Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Long Branch

Lot #209 (Sale Order 209 of 601)

serial #90L8046, 303 British, 25 1/4" five-groove barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive 1945-dated rifle retain about 97-98% original blue showing some light high edge wear, minor operational wear along the bolt and the front scope base showing some areas toning to plum-brown patina. All markings remain intact and crisp, the left side receiver with proper model designation and maker information and the major components stamped with Canadian inspector marks. The rifle shows a small "ENGLAND" import mark along the right side receiver ring and British export proofs at the muzzle. The rear sight assembly is of Savage manufacture and correctly stamped with Canadian "Maltese Cross" inspector mark and is properly lacking the fixed battle sight. The No. 32 MK.3 telescopic sight and its mount likewise retain about 97-98% original blue and black enamel finishes showing some very mild high edge wear and minor handling marks. All markings remain crisp and clear with nice manufacturer markings, "1945" date, blue-painted "CB" and red "W". The scope itself is serial-numbered "11-C" and the mount is matching the rifle. The scope features typical single post with crosshair reticle and very fine optics. The walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition showing a couple sparsely scattered light dings along the toe line, one on the right side ahead of the socket and left side handguard otherwise with just a few more minor handling marks and strong arsenal oil finish. The stocks show crisp Canadian inspector stamps and the wrist is stamped with the scope serial number "11C". One un-numbered magazine retaining 95% black enamel finish is included, the bolt is matching the receiver and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful example of these desirable Canadian sniper rifles for the advanced martial collection. (13C9807-189) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (4000/6000)

German K98K Claw Mount Sniper Rifle by Steyr

Lot #210 (Sale Order 210 of 601)

serial #1175d, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some sparsely scattered specks of mild oxidation staining, mild thinning along the bottom metal and scattered light handling marks. The extractor has taken on the familiar dark plum patina showing some areas of old oxidation staining and the checkered buttplate is a silvery pewter patina. The bmj-coded 4X Dialytan scope and its rings retain perhaps 60% original blue toning overall to a mild plum-brown patina and showing scattered areas of light oxidation staining and fine pinprick pitting. The alloy adjustment hardware retains 90% black enamel finish and the markings remain strong. The scope itself is numbered "75612" and features the typical German reticle and very fine optics that show the slightest hint of discoloration and a few tiny occlusions. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing a thin sliver missing at the toe along with a thin drying crack and 2 1/2" crack with sliver forming also around the toe. The stock otherwise shows just some scattered light dings and handling marks and retains a strong "(Eagle) / H" stamp along the right butt and no visible Waffenamts. The stock and handguard are both numbered internally matching the barrel. All other markings remain intact and strong, many of the smaller parts bearing "(Eagle) / 77" Waffenamts, the barrel with "(Eagle) / WaA140" and the floorplate and triggerguard with "(Eagle) / 135". The floorplate, barrel bands, rear sight parts and bolt parts are all matching the barrel. The scope bases are also matching although the rings are mismatched but numbered rather close "d / 2818" and the scope locks in securely. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are present and the action seems to function well mechanically. While the scope is mismatched this is still a very attractive and desirable example of these distinctive Steyr-made sniper rifles. (13G9807-96) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (7000/9000)

Very Fine British P.14 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Winchester

Lot #211 (Sale Order 211 of 601)

serial #W216097, 303 British, 26" '17-dated barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome rifle retain about 95-96% original blue showing some mild high edge wear, thinning along the bolt knob and some scattered light handling marks. The bolt body remains mostly bright showing some mild gray freckling and all markings remain intact and strong with the serial number properly stamped along the right side rear receiver (sans the "W" prefix). The scope is a correct 1918 model by Periscopic Prism Co. Ltd. and is matching the rifle. The scope body and objective bell appear to have been arsenal-refinished, retaining about 95% rust blue showing some scattered brown freckling, and some light pitting throughout the objective bell that is blued-over. A small broad arrow has been engraved atop the objective bell post-finishing and the brass fittings retain about 95% black enamel finish showing overall light flakes toning to ocher brass. The smooth walnut stock and handguards remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and a small 3/4" repaired chip at the toe that shows some cracks reforming. They retain much of their arsenal oil finish, the stock is stamp-numbered to the rifle on the bottom ahead of the forward action screw and shows strong inspector marks and crisp "(Broad Arrow) (Star) / (IW) / PATT.14" on the right side butt. The stock disc is unmarked and the front volley sight hardware is still intact. All visibly marked parts appear to be of correct Winchester manufacture, strangely the correct fine-adjustment rear sight is numbered "45475", the number having been crossed-out, and the bolt is matching the receiver. The scope features a large single post with fine crosshair and the optics remain very good and serviceable showing some scattered light flakes and very mild discoloration. There are no visible import marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is an original black leather sling and leather-trimmed canvas scope case. The sling is by Sheldon & Sons Ltd. dated 1914 and rates very good plus showing some mild crackling and staining. The canvas-covered scope case with leather fittings does not appear to be maker-marked but is stencil-numbered to the gun and remains in very good condition showing some overall mild staining, some scuffs and minor crackling along the leather straps and moderate verdigris along the studs. A lovely First World War sniper for the advanced martial collection, only Winchester was contracted to produce P.14 snipers for the British military. (13D9807-41) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (5000/7000)

Swiss ZFK 31/43 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Waffenfabrik Bern

Lot #212 (Sale Order 212 of 601)

serial #451969, 7.5 Swiss, 25 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this scarce rifle retain about 90% original blue with most of the loss due to overall high edge wear particularly along the scope body, a few scattered light dings and a few minor freckles here and there. The bolt remains bright showing some light handling marks along the handle, all markings remain intact and crisp and the arm does not appear to be import-marked. The 2.8 power Kern scope with folding objective and distinctive Swiss reticle shows somewhat discolored optics with a number of moderate occlusions but is certainly still serviceable. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good condition showing the usual overall light dings and mild abrasions seen on Swiss rifles with generous original finish and a strong cartouche on the right butt. The serialized parts are matching, the action seems to function well mechanically and an original muzzle cover and quick detach sling swivel are included. A fine example of these interesting Swiss sniper rifles, only a couple thousand of which were manufactured. These wartime models were essentially test guns with the Swiss military settling on the heavily-modified ZF 55 for standard use post-war. (13B9807-74) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (4000/5000)

Australian No. 1 MKIII SMLE Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Lithgow

Lot #213 (Sale Order 213 of 601)

serial #49321, 303 British, 25 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nice arsenal-refurbished sniper rifle built on a 1916-dated Lithgow. The metal surfaces of this low-mount rifle retain about 97% arsenal Parkerized finish showing some mild high edge wear, a couple tiny spots of pinprick pitting on the receiver and light handling marks. The Lithgow markings on the socket remain quite crisp and the top barrel flat is properly stamped "H". The Pattern 1918 (AUST.)/I scope retains about 96% arsenal quality blue and black enamel finishes showing some light high edge wear and some scattered very fine pinprick pitting along the scope body beneath the finish. All scope markings remain intact with Australian property markings and 1945 date, "B.A.A. 3650 G.A." and "A.O.C. / V." The scope features a large single post with fine crosshair and very fine optics. The '43-dated Slazenger Coachwood stocks remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing overall fine arsenal sanding marks, a small crack at the back edge of the rear handguard, a few scattered light dings and minor handling marks. The forend is stamp-numbered to the gun and the stocks show strong Australian inspector stamps, "H" atop the wrist, "B" on the forend and proper wooden plug in the screw hole behind the middle band. The scope bases are matching each other numbered "1642" and the remaining serialized parts are matching. There do not appear to be any import marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included is a 1945-dated canvas sling in very good plus condition and canvas-covered scope case that shows a faint illegible number and remains in very good condition showing some scattered light staining and mild scuffs. This is a very fine and scarce Australian sniper rifle that would make an excellent addition to any martial collection. (13C9807-54) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (5000/7000)

Swiss ZFK 55 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Waffenfabrik Bern

Lot #214 (Sale Order 214 of 601)

serial #1442, 7.5 Swiss, 25 3/4" barrel (29" overall including compensator) with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of faint frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain perhaps 85% original blue showing moderate silvering along the compensator and the barrel thinning to a mild gray patina while the receiver and barrel band show some fine scratches and scattered light dings. The bolt handle shows some handling marks, the bolt remains bright and all markings remain crisp, there do not appear to be any import-markings. The scope retains about 95% plus original blue and the folding bipod retains a healthy amount of original black enamel finish flaking to pewter gunmetal overall. The checkered pistolgrip hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good condition showing a tiny chip behind one of the sling bar screws, somewhat worn finish and the overall light dings and mild abrasions typically seen on Swiss service arms. The Kern 3.5 power scope shows moderate yellowing of the optics but they are certainly still serviceable and the adjustment knobs remain functional. All of the serialized parts are matching including the scope and magazine and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are a rather worn fair-condition correct leather sling, quick detach swivel and gray metal scope case that is stamp-numbered to the gun and remains in very good plus condition showing some light flaking and mild scuffs. A solid example of these exquisitely-manufactured sniper rifles that appears to have seen some honest use. About 4,150 of these rifles were manufactured in the late 1950's for the Swiss military. (13B9807-38) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (4000/5000)

Excellent Fabrique Nationale Model FNC Paratrooper Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #215 (Sale Order 215 of 601)

serial #S011982, 5.56 NATO, 16'' chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. Imported by Howco of Laurel MD, the metal surfaces of this rare and desirable carbine retain 99% original black enamel and anodized finishes with some light wear behind the short flash hider, slight high edge wear and a couple light handling marks. The black synthetic handguard and pistolgrip rate excellent as does the folding tubular metal buttstock. The rotating front sling swivel and original military sights including the folding dual leaf aperture rear sight and folding grenade launcher sight are intact. The buttstock locks up tightly in both positions, one C-Products aluminum 30-round magazine and a black nylon sling are included and the action of this excellent condition Paratrooper appears to function well mechanically. This unusual variant of the FN FNC will make a fantastic addition to any high-end modern military firearms collection. (23B9807-31) {MODERN} (2500/3500)

Rare and Desirable Egyptian Maadi ARM Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #216 (Sale Order 216 of 601)

serial #S001358, 7.62x39mm, 16'' chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this AKM-clone imported by Steyr retain 99% original gloss black enamel over Parkerized finish with minor high edge and bearing surface wear and a few scattered light handling marks. The checkered brown polymer pistolgrip and laminated hardwood buttstock rate excellent while the laminated hardwood handguards remain in very good condition with a narrow 1'' laminate separation in the lower left edge of the upper handguard and some light flaking of the shellac finish. The right side of the receiver is stamped ''STEYR, SECAUCUS, N.J.'' behind the handguard, the left side displays ''ARM SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE / caliber 7.62 X 39 / MAADI COMPANY / MADE IN EGYPT'' above the pistolgrip. The right side of the rear sight block is properly marked with the Egyptian ''Pharaoh's Crown'', the left side displays the Maadi logo and the bolt, carrier and dustcover are serialized to the receiver. The original military sights, cleaning rod and ''slant'' muzzle device remain intact and one original ''MADE IN EGYPT'' marked 30-round steel magazine in included. Also included is what appears to be the original unmarked Egyptian AKM Type 2 bayonet and scabbard in very good condition along with a green cotton canvas AK/Rasheed sling also in very good condition. Considered to be the closest copy of a Soviet AKM available in the United States, it is estimated that only a couple thousand of these carbines were ever imported. (23B9807-78) {MODERN} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

Colt Pre-Ban SP1 AR-15 Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #217 (Sale Order 217 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Small crack underside forend

serial #SP35120, 223 Rem, 20'' 1:12'' twist pencil barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original gray Parkerized finish with a tiny ding on the rear of the A1 carry handle, some very faint light oxidation on the C-marked front sight tower and some slight high edge and operational silvering. The checkered polymer A1 pistolgrip, A1 buttstock and triangular handguards with head shields rate very good plus to near excellent with a few light handling marks and there are a few tiny dings in the rubber coating of the front sling swivel. This desirable early Colt AR-15 is equipped with an A1 flash hider, bayonet lug, and mil-spec charging handle and correctly lacks a forward assist, brass deflector and fencing around the magazine release. One C-Products aluminum 30-round magazine is included and the action of this excellent condition SP1 appears to function well mechanically. (23A9787-17) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

Daewoo K1A1 Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #218 (Sale Order 218 of 601)

serial #031664, 5.56 NATO, 17'' chrome-lined barrel including flash hider with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% original gray Parkerized finish with some scattered light handling marks and very light silvering on the high edges and bearing surfaces. The black polymer checkered pistolgrip and ribbed handguards rate excellent with the handguards appearing an attractive mottled dark green color under direct bright light. The right side of the magazine well is import-marked by I.A. Co. while the left side displays ''MADE IN KOREA / 5.56MM K1A1'' and the left side of the upper receiver is marked ''DAEWOO PRECISION INDUSTRIES LTD.'' This desirable carbine is equipped with a three-position extendable metal buttstock, a right side reciprocating charging handle and a left side bolt release, the original sling swivels and military-style sights are intact including the M16 A1-style dual aperture rear, and it accepts standard NATO-style magazines with one Orlite Engineering polymer 30-round magazine included. Also included is an aftermarket aluminum drop-in quad rail in excellent condition complete with M1913-rail covers, Larue handstop and mounting hardware. An excellent condition, seldom seen Daewoo K1A1. (23A9787-13) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

FN SCAR 17S Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #219 (Sale Order 219 of 601)

serial #HC31068, 7.62 NATO, 18 3/4'' chrome-lined barrel including muzzle brake with a 1:12'' twist and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and lower M1913 rail of this Belgian-produced rifle retain about 92% original Parkerized finish with the loss primarily on the rail which shows silvering and high edge wear along with a handful of small moderate scratches. The monolithic aluminum upper receiver retains about 98% matte black hard-anodized finish with minor silvering of the high edges and wear points and a few scattered tiny handling marks. The black polymer lower receiver, textured A2 pistolgrip and buttstock rate excellent with a few faint signs of use. This desirable arm is the civilian version of U.S. Special Operations Command's latest service rifle, the SCAR-H/MK17, and is packed with modern features including: ambidextrous safety levers, magazine releases, and sling points, left or right side charging handle, two-position short stroke gas system, M1913 rails at the 12, 3, 6, 9 o'clock positions, right side folding and telescoping buttstock with adjustable comb height, and the rifle is equipped with the original factory folding sights and FN-logoed PWS muzzle brake. Also included is one factory 20-round blue steel magazine with polymer bumper remaining in excellent condition showing some tiny spots of wear from use. This lightweight and powerful rifle is in overall excellent condition and is sure to be a highlight of any modern military firearms collection. (23B9797-12) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Merwin Hulbert & Company Large Frame Open Top Revolver

Lot #220 (Sale Order 220 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Caliber 44 M&H

serial #1580, 44 M&H, 7" round barrel with a very good bore. This is the open top, square butt, scooped flute version of these fine Hopkins and Allen made revolvers. The revolver is not caliber marked and shows proper Merwin, Hulbert New York barrel address with Hopkins & Allen address on left side of barrel. The revolver shows matching assembly number "841" on the barrel, cylinder, arbor, frame and in pencil on the inside of one grip panel. The condition of the revolver is quite nice with the barrel assembly retaining about 50% original nickel plated finish with the areas of loss showing a pleasing even gray patina with a few patches of light oxidation staining. The cylinder retains about 95% original nickel plated finish with most loss on leading edge where the exposed metal has turned to a rich brown patina. The frame shows 98% original nickel plated finish. All the remaining nickel has dulled slightly and has a wonderful clean antique appearance. The revolver cycles and functions crisply and the hammer shows nice original color case hardening. The mottled brown hard rubber grips rate excellent with just very light even wear and no chips or damage. Screwheads remain clean and the butt mounted lanyard loop is in place. A very fine and completely honest Merwin Hulbert & Co. large frame revolver that shows honest use. (1B9898-25) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Wonderful Cased Scottish Percussion Sporting Rifle by Ancell and Salmond of Perth

Lot #221 (Sale Order 221 of 601)

serial #1615, .68 caliber, 30" Brunswick rifled octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore and very graceful swamped muzzle. This rifle is of extremely high quality, remains in wonderful condition and comes cased with a full complement of original accessories. The top of the barrel is engraved "Ancell & Salmond George St. Perth Makers to HRH Prince Albert" with flowing border scroll surrounding the marking. The lock has a sliding bolt to rear of hammer and shows lovely scroll engraving with tasteful border work and "Ancell & Salmond / Perth" ahead of hammer. The barrel shows a platinum band at the breech along with more lovely scroll which also extends onto the barrel tang in full coverage. The bolster is engraved with scroll and shows a platinum blow out plug. The triggerguard shows a folky game scene of two stag in a forest scene on the bow and with a lovely fancy finial to the front and full length tang which terminates at the beautifully engraved steel grip cap. The patch box has a very folky and endearing image of a walking stag engraved along with scroll and a lovely rope patterned border. The buttplate shows detailed border engraving around the engraved screwheads and the long tang is fully engraved. The condition of the rifle is just as fine as the craftsmanship. The barrel retains 95% original brown finish with beautiful contrasting damascus patten visible its entire length. The lock, tang and rebated breech show virtually all of their original color case-hardened finish which is just slightly darkened and under light shows vivid. The flat top checkered pistolgrip stock with horn forend tip is of nicely figured English walnut and rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining and showing crisp edges. There may have been a light coat of oil added at some point but the surface and appearance is superb, there are a few small and minor marks in the forend checkering. The patchbox retains a pleasing mix of faded color case-hardening and gray patina, it is completely smooth and free of any oxidation or pitting. The buttplate perhaps tells the condition story the best with over 90% bright original blue remaining overall and with areas of loss showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The rifle is sighted with low profile blade front mounted in dovetail and a three leaf express rear, also dovetail fitted and interesting in form being completely flush with the barrel when leaves are down. The express sight is regulated for 100, 150 and 200 yards. The rifle is equipped with its original brass-tipped rosewood ramrod and sling studs. The rifle comes in its original oak casing with deluxe leather lined interior. The case houses the following accessories: rosewood cleaning rod with implements, turnscrews, nipple wrench, powder dipper, Sykes bag shaped flask, two turned rosewood cannisters, patch cutter, glass and pewter oilers, a turned bone cap cannister, original mould for belted Brunswick ball, and a number of cast projectiles. The interior of the lid retains its Ancell and Salmond makers label along with a round white Council Medal for the Great Exhibition of 1851. Ancell and Salmond were perhaps at the peak of their success around this time being granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment from Prince Albert as "Gunmaker to His Majesty" in 1847 and by 1851 when this exhibition took place his shop employed nine men. It is interesting to note that the firm built a double rifle for Prince Albert which was also Brunswick rifled, its serial number is 2039. Records for Ancell and Salmond are lost to time, this rifle likely would have had an interesting entry. A superb 19th century Scottish sporting rifle worthy of the finest antique arms collection. (1H9670-605) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

Fine & Scarce Bacon Navy Model Swing-Out Cylinder Revolver Formerly of the William Locke Collection

Lot #222 (Sale Order 222 of 601)

serial #41, 38 RF, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered spots of light pitting, minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome revolver retains about 85% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some overall light flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina along with some scattered mild freckling and a very small but moderate notch cut into the top edge at the muzzle that does not impede into the bore. The cylinder and frame show some generous scattered flakes of bright blue having mostly toned to a mottled gray-brown patina with some areas of the frame more of a silvery pewter tone along with some old freckling here and there. The cylinder crane and latch retain about 95% original bright blue, the hammer shows strong vibrant case-hardened colors along the sides and the original removable ejector rod has toned to a silvery case-hardened patina. The Bacon Mfg. Co. Norwich barrel address was rather poorly struck but remains legible along with the G. W. Hopkins patent mark on the left flat and the cylinder shows a crisp Rollin White patent date. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing a few small flakes, a number of small moderate dings along the base of the right panel and a few other light handling marks. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is a very attractive example of these interesting and desirable revolvers, important for their innovative swing-out cylinder design. This example is pictured on page 375 of the William Locke Collection book published by Antique Armory Inc. (13B9857-8) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Scarce Bacon Navy Model Single Action Revolver

Lot #223 (Sale Order 223 of 601)

serial #59, 38 RF, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with an about good bore showing some moderate scattered pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver have mostly toned to a pleasant mix of pewter-gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina showing some remnants of light pitting around the breech and front of cylinder, a few light dings along the base pin and some scattered thin streaks of original bright blue along the barrel, quite strong around the front sight. The sides of the frame are factory embellished with some tasteful light foliate scrollwork and the sides of the hammer show faint smoky remnants of color case-hardening. The top barrel flat shows a strong small font Bacon Mfg. Co. address and the cylinder is not marked with the Rollin White patent date. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing a few scattered light dings more noticeable nearer the base of the right panel, somewhat worn finish and a small "H" on the base of each panel. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and the remaining serialized parts are matching. This is the first type variation with hinged lever base pin assembly and cylinder that needs to be removed for loading and unloading. The action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A fine example of these interesting low-production revolvers, one of the many designs felled by Smith & Wesson's Rollin White patent. (13B9857-9) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Rare Remington Zig-Zag Deringer

Lot #224 (Sale Order 224 of 601)

serial #732, 22 RF, 3 3/16" barrel cluster with good bores showing scattered old pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a silvery pewter patina showing some areas of pale brown undertones, a few areas of mostly smoothed-over old pitting along the barrels and some finer scattered unobtrusive pinprick pits. The frame shows a few flakes of tarnished silver plating lurking about the very protected areas and beneath the grip panels. The left arch of the rear sight at the top back of the frame has broken off, it is a very thin portion about 3/16" in length. The right side of the frame retains a completely intact and strong Remingtons Ilion address and the left side shows nice Elliot patent dates. The smooth black gutta-percha grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few tiny dings around the edges and some mild handling marks. All six of the small German silver post front sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a fine example of these peculiar and desirable Remington pistols, less than 1000 of which were made from about 1861-1862. (13B9857-29) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

U.S. Colt First Model Dragoon Revolver

Lot #225 (Sale Order 225 of 601)

serial #6826, 44 cal., 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver shows matching numbers on the barrel, loading lever, frame, cylinder, arbor, triggerguard and backstrap. The wedge appears to be a Colt wedge but it is unnumbered and the backstrap channel of grip has faint pencil writing which is not decipherable. The barrel bears the proper New York address and the cylinder shows the desirable "U.S. DRAGOONS" marking and the scene is about 90% visible. The left side of the frame is marked "COLT'S / PATENT / U.S." and the revolver shows sub-inspector initials "N" on loading lever, "A" and "K" on triggerguard, "K" on cylinder and "B" on top of backstrap. This revolver shows no finish but is very crisp with all markings being clear and legible and with metal surfaces remaining quite smooth with just a couple patches of light pitting on one area of the cylinder. The metal surfaces bear a pleasing light to medium gray patina overall with all edges sharp. The gripstraps bear a pleasing rich patina and the one-piece walnut grip rates very good with good visible cartouches on each side along with sub-inspectors initial "B" in butt. The grips fit nicely and show some thin original finish and smooth surfaces. This is a very crisp First Model Dragoon, far better than average and remains a wonderful reference piece with clean markings and edges. (1D9670-443) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Excellent Remington-Elliot Ring Trigger Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #226 (Sale Order 226 of 601)

serial #11990, 32 RF, 3 3/8" four-barrel cluster with mostly bright very good bores showing a few small areas of light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrels of this lovely pistol retain about 80% original bright blue with the undersides having mostly toned to a pleasant mild gray patina and showing some overall light flaking to smooth gray-brown mostly noticeable under bright light. The E. Remington & Sons address on the left rib and Elliot patent information on the right remain crisp and clear. The frame retains about 98% original silver finish showing a few scattered light handling marks and is taking on an attractive mild tarnish overall. The ring trigger has mostly toned to a silvery case-hardened patina showing some smoky colors in the protected areas and the screw heads and small internal parts retain almost all of their lovely brilliant fire blue. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish with just a hint of mild edge wear and a few tiny handling marks. The action seems to function well mechanically and the barrel cluster locks up securely. A wonderful example of these popular pepperbox pistols that were generally well-carried and rarely retain any condition. (13B9857-34) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

Superb Remington Model 95 Double Deringer with Original Box

Lot #227 (Sale Order 227 of 601)

serial #407, 41 RF, 3" barrels with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this lovely Type II pistol retain nearly 99% original nickel finish showing just a couple small flakes and one tiny spot toning to brown along the muzzle flats and perhaps a few other minor handling marks here and there. The hammer and trigger retain 99% original blue while the small parts likewise retain about 99% bright fire blue. The Remington Arms Co. address remains crisp and clear. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition with perfect fit to the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit and the hinge remain solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The maroon box is rather tender overall and rates about fair-good, one side of the lid is missing and shows a piece of tape along its length, the other side and ends of the lid show glue repairs with a portion of one end missing. There is moderate flaking overall but most of the maroon paper covering is intact and the end label and print on the interior of the lid are almost entirely intact and legible. There is what appears to be faint remnants of a pencil number along the bottom but it is illegible. This fine pistol would make an excellent addition to any Remington collection. (13B9857-30) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Rare Remington-Beals First Model Pocket Percussion Revolver with Box & Accessories

Lot #228 (Sale Order 228 of 601)

serial #75, .31 cal, 3" octagon barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this fourth issue revolver retains perhaps 15-20% original bright blue with the balance flaked to a mix of pewter gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina also showing some scattered light scuff marks and a few small dings. The cylinder and frame have mostly toned to pewter-gunmetal patina showing a few light dings, some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting and the cylinder retaining some generous flakes of original bright blue. The hammer shows remnants of silvery case-hardened patina while the trigger and hand retain a healthy amount of bright fire blue. The left-side frame-mounted spring appears to be an older replacement or was repaired long ago and the triggerguard retains about 85% original silver finish taking on a lovely dark tarnish with some thinning to German silver along the bow. The Beals patent information along the barrel remains mostly strong and the Remington topstrap markings remain crisp. The smooth black gutta-percha grip remains in excellent condition showing just a couple tiny dings or mild handling marks. It is clearly stamp-numbered matching on the base and its fit to the frame remains excellent. The triggerguard is also matching, the silver cone front sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. The revolver includes a scarce original black paper-covered box, small powder flask and dual cavity bullet mould. The box rates about very good-fine showing light flaking of the textured black exterior that still remains mostly intact. The corners of the lid are separated and there are a few small tears, but the flaps remain intact, the base shows detached corners on one side flap, a few small tears and overall mild staining with the model name lightly written in pencil along the interior. The internal partitions are intact and the blue paper base is mostly intact and shows number "1612" in red grease pencil. The small brass Federal Eagle powder flask with crossed pistols motif rates very good plus showing a couple small shallow dents, some mild tarnishing and the spring with a tiny crack. The spring shows some remnants of bright fire blue and the flask has toned to a pleasant ocher patina overall. The unmarked dual round ball mould remains partially bright showing some mild old oxidation staining and light dings. A seldom-seen ensemble that would make a fine addition to any advanced Remington collection. (13C9857-38) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

Excellent Remington Model 95 Double Deringer

Lot #229 (Sale Order 229 of 601)

serial #832, 41 RF, 3" barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a wonderful Type II deringer retaining 99% plus original nickel finish showing just a few tiny scattered handling marks. The trigger and hammer retain 98% original blue showing some faint silvering while the extractor and latch similarly retain 98% attractive pale fire blue. The Remington Arms Co. address remains clear. The pistol wears a set of un-numbered smooth mother-of-pearl grips that remain in very fine condition showing just a couple of very tiny slivers missing along the edges. The action seems to function well mechanically, the hinge is intact and barrel lock-up is solid. A wonderful double deringer that would make an excellent addition to any Remington collection. (13B9362-63) {C&R} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

Winchester Model 1892 Trapper Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #230 (Sale Order 230 of 601)

serial #786820, 32 WCF, 14'' barrel with a very good plus bore which shows strong rifling but with some scattered light pitting, more prominent near the breech. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% later lightly buffed blue, with the magazine tube, hanger and band being a dull pewter gray patina, as-is the left frame flat. The gumwood buttstock and forend rate very good plus as sanded and refinished, the metal now proud over all, with remnants of light handling marks beneath the finish. The left side saddle ring staple has been removed, there are two fillers screws in its place. The front sight blade is a later replacement but the correct original ladder-style rear is present. The arm seems to function well mechanically and likely would still spin a bullet very well. Included with the arm is a BATF letter which removes it by serial number from the provisions of the NFA as a C&R. An attractive and handy little smallbore trapper. (39854-3) {C&R} (3000/5000)

Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #231 (Sale Order 231 of 601)

serial #236093, 44-40 WCF, 20'' barrel with an about good bore which shows evident rifling but with light pitting its full-length. This is a very honest Third Model Saddle Ring carbine with a very ''been there-done that'' look. All the metal surfaces are a pleasing, mostly smooth, plum brown and pewter patina with scattered sparse oxidation here and there, the barrel showing some light pitting on the left side, the magazine tube on both sides, between the front band and forend. The receiver and plates show a bit as well and there is some silvery case-hardening on the hammer, the cartridge lifter an ochre patina with the caliber marking a bit light. The walnut buttstock and forend rate very good with the expected overall light dings and handling marks, the butt with some old added varnish, it is however un-sanded and the wood is proud of the metal overall. The forend shows more wear, as-is common, from the years of carry. There is a light scar along the left side front from band removal and installation and a couple more light scuffs, there is a small divot at the toe and a 3'' crack at the right side of the comb but it is tight and will not flex. What is likely the original silver blade front sight is in place as-is the ladder style carbine rear and the saddle ring is appropriately in its left side stud. The gun seems to function well mechanically and is an overall very good example, made in 1887, that looks like it spent its share of time in a saddle scabbard. (3B9746-24) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

Magnificent Engraved and Cased British Percussion Prize Rifle by Joseph Lang

Lot #232 (Sale Order 232 of 601)

.451 caliber, 33" part round part octagon barrel with flattened top sighting plane and a bright excellent bore. The top of the barrel is marked "J. LANG 22 COCKSPUR ST. LONDON" as well as HENRY'S PATENT / NO. 6 P / EDINBURGH". The lock, barrel breech and tang show wonderful relief floral scroll with lovely border work and lockplate is engraved just above front mounted sliding bolt "J. LANG". The round patchbox, buttplate tang and triggerguard show more of this lovely scroll engraving. The left side of the butt shows a large engraved oval silver plaque which is engraved "Presented / By / T. Sutton Western Esqre M.P. / to the / 23rd Maldon Essex Rifle Volunteers / and won by / Private George Low / August 7th 1862." A period account of this presentation is found in the September 6, 1862 edition of the The Illustrated London News on page 271 where the entry reads "A rifle given by Mr. T.S. Western M.P. and won by Private Low". The rifle is setup in long range military service rifle configuration with military barrel sights only and configured much like a pattern 1853 rifle with a checkered pistol grip stock. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel showing 95% of its original brown finish with vivid damascus pattern visible its entire length with just a little very light and scattered specks of oxidation staining. The lock, breech and tang show 90% original color case-hardened finish which is darkening slightly but still shows nice contrast. The patchbox shows 95% original color case hardened finish which is fading slightly but is all there, the buttplate is a mix of gray patina and faded color. The checkered English walnut stock rates excellent with nearly all of its original finish and with extremely sharp checkering. The edges are sharp and the dropper points are as crisp as can be. The rifle is sighted with a globe style front mounted close to muzzle along with a graduated adjustable rear ladder sight. The rifle comes in its original oak case with green baize lining and original Lang lid label. The case includes a bush pattern copper powder flask, two brass bullet moulds for casting different weight projectiles, two tins of percussion caps, two rosewood turned cannisters, one with patches, a bone cannister with a spare nipple along with a leather sling. The case is in about excellent condition overall with normal wear and marks on exterior, clean interior and it is sound. This is a stunning prize rifle exhibiting the finest 19th century British quality and remaining in superb condition. The period newspaper account of the presentation is a nice little extra. An investment quality British percussion prize rifle. (1G9670-600) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Winchester Model 1876 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #233 (Sale Order 233 of 601)

serial #52969, 40-60 WCF, 22'' round barrel with a good plus bore which shows rifling its full-length and scattered light pitting. The metal surfaces of this Third Model are an overall dull pewter gray and gunmetal patina with scattered light brown oxidation freckling and some light pitting, also with the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used gun that no doubt spent some time in a saddle scabbard. There are some light vise bite marks at the muzzle and on the nosecap. The hammer and lever show some remnants of silvery case-hardening and the caliber marking is legible on the cartridge lifter. The carbine style buttstock rates about good showing an old sanding which has left the metal somewhat proud and numerous moderate gouges or dings which were sanded-through to soften them; there are 2'' cracks left and right of the comb which will not flex. The full-length forend is similar showing a 3'' sliver missing at the left side nose and the same sanded-through divots here and there. The original silver blade front sight has worn down somewhat and the appropriate ladder-style carbine rear is present, as-is the saddle ring. The arm functions mechanically although it is a tad bit stiff, but to the gun remains a good example piece for the Winchester collector without one of these large frame, full-bore rifles (or in this case carbines), manufactured 1884. (3A9746-47) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #234 (Sale Order 234 of 601)

serial #857156, 32-20 Win, 24'' octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube retaining about 97% original blue, the loss due primarily to even fading on the barrel, the blue on the tube stronger, the barrel with wear to pewter on the sharp edges and at the muzzle, also showing its share of tiny scratches or light handling marks from the years. The nosecap has flaked primarily to brown as has the receiver, which shows strong trace original blue, but is primarily a flaked plum and pewter patina, each flat showing some light pitting, a bit more prominent on the left, along with some light handling marks. The lever and hammer are primarily a dark gray-blue, faded original blue, with flaking to plum, the loading gate with some strong fire blue. The American walnut stock rates very fine with much original varnish and only light handling marks from the years, the left side of butt showing a number of more moderate dings but they are unobtrusive. The buttplate shows some strong original blue, perhaps 95% remaining, with wear at the heel and toe. The forend shows a bit more wear as-is normal, with some more dings and handling marks, but good original varnish. What is likely the original patent date front sight is intact as is the flattop v-notch sporting rear. The gun functions well mechanically and with its lovely bore would likely spin a bullet very well, while still maintaining monetary value as the years pass. (39746-48) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 1797 Contract Flintlock Musket

Lot #235 (Sale Order 235 of 601)

.70 cal, 44'' barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a very fine untouched example of a Melchior Baker Commonwealth of Pennsylvania musket in as-found condition. All of the metal surfaces are very pleasing soft plum brown patina with minor scattered oxidation and pitting in the appropriate flash areas around the touchole, pan and lock. The front sight/bayonet lug remains in place with a good firing proof near the breech and legible ''CP'' Commonwealth of Pennsylvania marking; there are also some minor tool marks on the left side of the barrel. The lock fits the stock precisely and is ''M Baker'' marked at its rear along with ''CP'' near the teat. The arm remains in original flint in every respect. The American black walnut stock rates fine as un-touched, with sharp edges, light handling marks, original varnish and a 4'' drying crack on left side of butt. The lock will not hold at full cock but does on half cock and the original ramrod is present. This is a nice untouched as-found Commonwealth of Pennsylvania musket as authorized by the Pennsylvania State Legislature in 1797, this made by Melchior Baker, the initial contract for 2000 muskets. (39845-4) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

Wonderful Maynard Model 1882 Deluxe Rifle Two Barrel Set Cased Sporting Outfit

Lot #236 (Sale Order 236 of 601)

38-55 WCF, 28'' part octagon, part round barrel with a bright excellent bore and 40-60 Maynard, 28'' part octagon, part round barrel, also with an excellent bore. The smaller bore barrel shows perhaps a bit more wear retaining about 9 0-92% original blue, the 40 caliber closer to 95 to perhaps 97%, the loss on each due to fading, light high edge wear, and with some sparse very minor oxidation here and there and perhaps a few handling marks. The frame is quite nice with about 97% original color case-hardening, quite vivid in most areas, toning somewhat at the very front of the frame flats, with slight bit of oxidation staining on the belly, but still showing colors in that area. The screws still show good blue and the hammer some smoky color case-hardening, each lever now toned to a silvery and pewter case-hardened patina. The deluxe American black walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates very fine with the expected light handling marks and scratches that come from the years, it exhibits beautiful crotch figured grain on left of butt with nice figure on the right. The checkered forearms match perfectly, the larger bore forearm showing a bit more wear and some darkening from handling. Checkering on all remains sharp, the buttstock with thin mullered front borders, the large bore checkering showing a bit more wear. The butt is fitted with what appears in every respect to be its original Swiss style nickel plated buttplate which rates about excellent showing only some light wear to the brass beneath on each of the knobs. The smaller bore barrel is sighted with a windage adjustable globe front sight with spirit level and simple v-notch sporting rear, with a larger target sight dovetail cut 1'' ahead of the breech; it is currently blank. The larger bore barrel features simple sporting sights with a blade front and v-notch rear. The tang is equipped with a very nice Maynard medium-range tang sight with supporting pedestal at the rear most portion of the tang. It rates very fine with some pale fire blue still present on the aperture. A lovely sporting and target rifle in its own right, it comes in a nice quality layman-made oak and walnut veneer carry case with accessories and a later green baize lining. Accessories include a nickel plated steel loading pedestal die and ram for the 38-55 caliber; a turned steel swedge die for the 40-60 caliber, no ram is present for that die; a nickel plated capper with a butt-mounted decapping pin; a 40-6 0 breech seater; two boxes of 3 8 caliber cast projectiles in old U MC two piece boxes (the projectiles are not original to the boxes); an old wooden base sliding sleeve of Winchester primers; some 38 caliber paper wads and a small assortment of paper-patched 3 8 caliber projectiles. Inside the lid of the case are 74 vintage 38-55 shell casings and two 40-60 Maynard casings. The carry case itself is heavy and well-made for a layman's job, it has two very simple leather carry handles affixed which are later to the case. Both sets of barrels mount up solidly and the arms seems to function well mechanically. The barrels are numbered differently from one another, there are no numbers at all on the frame, this set has clearly been together since new and was doubtless ordered this way by a previous owner, the fit, finish and wood treatments matching precisely. An exceptionally nice little deluxe two-barrel set Maynard rifle, clearly one barrel used for sporting purposes, the other for target. (3D9827-6) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Rifle by Simeon North

Lot #237 (Sale Order 237 of 601)

1829-dated, .54 cal, 36'' barrel with an oxidized bore which shows pitting its full-length. An honest 1817 rifle, the barrel is a silvery gunmetal gray patina with overall remnants of light oxidation staining scattered about the surface with some scattered light pinprick pitting. The original front and rear sights are intact and the U.S. markings are present on the left radius of the barrel, the tang dated 1829. There are some minor dings and handling marks, primarily around the bands but the arm is in original flint in every respect. The lockplate is properly marked and 1829 dated at its rear, the pan an ochre-green patina. The balance of the metal surfaces are all a pewter gray with light brown oxidation staining. The walnut stock rates very good to fine with an older very light cleaning, minor dings and handling marks and a slightly light left side cartouche; there is a small crack from the breech to the upper sideplate screw. The lock functions sporadically mechanically and can be made to fall from full cock, sometimes catching on half cock on the way down; the original brass-tip ramrod is present. An honest very good example overall of these quality-made flintlock rifles. (39845-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #238 (Sale Order 238 of 601)

serial #7268, .36 cal, 7 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright otherwise excellent bore were it not for a couple sparse spots of light pitting near the muzzle, one area a bit more moderate about mid-length and areas of light pitting near the breech, otherwise a very stellar bore over all, perhaps now rating fine. The barrel itself shows perhaps 75-80% original blue, the balance flaked to a brown patina with the expected light dings and handling marks, conical brass front sight and New York address. The cylinder is a pewter gunmetal gray with sparse remnants of oxidation staining and two small spots of pitting, the naval engagement scene remains vivid and the hammer rest pins are mostly intact, a couple just partially. The loading lever and frame are a pleasing mottled pewter, gray and silvery case-hardened patina, the frame showing remnants of oxidation staining and a few scattered light pinprick pits, the hammer being similar with pits in the protected area beneath the frame. The triggerguard retains perhaps 85-90% original silver plate, toning to ochre in the grasping area of the frontstrap, the backstrap retaining perhaps 92% strong original silver plate, toning along the sharp edges. The smooth walnut one piece grip rates very fine as lightly cleaned with a bit of added finish many years ago, but retaining light dings and handling marks beneath the finish, it fitting extremely well; it is ink pen numbered to the gun on its interior. All of the numbers are matching including the wedge and the gun times perfectly and seems to lock up well. A very respectable early 1851 Navy revolver that remains in very fine condition, appearing to have seen very little use and was well cared for with a much nicer than normally-encountered bore. (3C9670-183) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #239 (Sale Order 239 of 601)

serial #9155, .36 cal, 7 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright very fine to about excellent bore which shows strong rifling and some scattered very light pitting. The barrel is a pewter and dark blue-gray faded original blue, retaining some strong trace blue, perhaps 15%, with a few spots of light oxidation or perhaps a few very light pinprick pits, primarily along the right side of the barrel. Barrel features the conical brass front sight with the New York address. The cylinder is a gunmetal gray with a strong cylinder scene showing some sparsely scattered areas of light pitting, primarily along the leading edge of the cylinder, a couple dings or handling marks there as well; the hammer rest pins are all present. The loading lever is a pewter gray case-hardened patina with some speckles of oxidation and light pitting along its right side, the frame showing some smoky mottled case-hardening with some very light pitting on the left side recoil shield. The triggerguard and backstrap retain about 90-92% original silver plate with wear on the sharp edges and contact points and some minor dings or handling marks here and there. The one piece walnut grip rates very fine, perhaps showing an old light cleaning many years ago with a bit of added finish, showing dings and handling marks beneath and reacquiring a few new ones, a tiny chip missing from the leading edge of the right grip, its fit remains excellent however and it appears to be numbered to the gun in ink pen on its interior, ''91_5'' is legible, one character is not. A number of the screw heads show some wear or light damage, however all of the numbers are matching including the wedge and the gun seems to function well mechanically. Overall a very respectable early pre-war 1851 Navy with a rather nice bore. (3B9670-49) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Cased Pair of Colt 1851 Navy Second Model Squareback Navy Pistols

Lot #240 (Sale Order 240 of 601)

serial #1752 and 2759, .36 caliber, 7 1/2" octagon barrels. This is a very handsome and honest set of factory cased early and desirable Colt 1851 Navy revolvers. Revolver No. 1752 is all matching except for wedge which is numbered "947" and its bore is near excellent with just a few specks of light surface oxidation. The barrel retains 75% original blue with loss due to light overall flaking and with those areas bearing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The cylinder shows 95% vivid naval engagement scene and retains about 70% original blue with loss due to flaking and with those areas showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The frame shows perhaps 40% original color case-hardened finish which is turning dark and blending with a medium gray brown patina. The hammer and loading lever show some faded color and are mostly a smooth brown patina. The gripstraps retain 97% original silverplated finish with nice tarnish in front of trigger. The one-piece walnut grips rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining. Revolver No. 2759 is all matching including the wedge and the bore is about good with bright lands and pitting in the grooves. The barrel retains 75% bright original blue finish with silvering on the high edges and some light impact marks on right side of barrel lug in area of the wedge. The cylinder shows about 80% of its naval engagement scene and is an overall medium gray brown patina with a section of pitting along one chamber partially obscuring the "COLT'S PATENT" marking but with the serial number remaining fully legible. The frame retains a mix of dull original color case hardened finish and a smooth gray patina. The hammer and lever show a good deal of faded original color case-hardened finish. The gripstraps show about 97% original silverplated finish and the one-piece walnut grip rates very good with 85% original finish remaining with loss due to peeling. The revolvers come in a factory mahogany double casing which rates excellent with 90% original finish remaining on the exterior, the burgundy baize lining is just slightly faded and fully intact and all partitions remain firmly in place. The included accessories are a Navy flask with stand of arms, crossed flags and artillery piece in foreground all beneath crossed pistols and Paterson rifles. The flask rates excellent with 70% original lacquer remaining. A brass two-cavity mould is present along with a tin of caps, the original case key and some cast projectiles. Cased pairs of percussion Colt revolvers are quite scarce. These being squarebacks makes them that much more desirable and rare. A lovely cased pair of Navies. (1D9670-189) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (15,000/25,000)

Sharps New Model 1863 Percussion Carbine

Lot #241 (Sale Order 241 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Pellet primer parts missing

serial #54339, .54 cal, 22'' barrel with an about very good bore which shows strong evident rifling but with pitting its full-length. The barrel is a pewter gunmetal gray with soft brown oxidation spotting and some scattered light pinprick pitting, the New Model 1863 marking slightly soft. The frame and lockplate are a silvery and pewter case-hardened patina showing scattered oxidation staining and some light pitting. The hammer is more of a gray-plum case-hardened patina and shows some minor impact marks on its right side. The walnut buttstock and forend rate very good as refinished a number of years ago, retaining some original minor dings and handling marks from the years, the metal now proud overall. There are cracks on the right side of the butt to the rear of the lockplate but they seem stable. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the barrel is numbered to the frame. The original front sight is intact, the rear sight has had the long ladder staff removed, it is now merely two pivoting v-notch apertures. Still a very respectable example of an honest New Model 1863 carbine for the fledgling Civil War collector. (3A9896-163) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Sharps New Model 1863 Percussion Carbine

Lot #242 (Sale Order 242 of 601)

serial #C,20375, .54 cal, 22'' barrel with a very good bore which shows strong rifling and some scattered light oxidation and light pitting. The barrel is a dull gunmetal gray patina and shows sparsely scattered light oxidation, a few light pits and some minor handling marks; the markings are soft. The frame and lockplate are similar showing remnants of some silvery case-hardening and some sparsely scattered very light pinprick pits. The buttstock and forend rate very good as lightly cleaned years ago, the forend retaining some minor dings and handling marks beneath, the buttstock a post-war replacement with center cartouche at left side of butt. There are a few cracks at the rear of the lockplate and the metal is slightly proud overall, the buttplate is from a patchbox example. The sights are intact as-is the saddle ring and the lock functions well mechanically; the barrel is numbered C,19776. A good late example for the Civil War collector or perhaps even reenactor. (3A9896-117) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Palmer Bolt Action Civil War Carbine by E. G. Lamson & Co.

Lot #243 (Sale Order 243 of 601)

50 RF, 20" barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some overall light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains a healthy amount of fading original blue toning overall to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina under bright light and showing a few scattered small areas of pinprick pitting and old oxidation staining. The barrel band, lockplate and triggerguard are toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina showing some mild brown speckling and strong smoky colors lurking about the protected areas. The buttplate shows some moderate scuffs along the edges and the bolt has mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some mild pinprick pitting. All markings remain intact and strong with Palmer patent information at the rear receiver, 1865 date and E. G. Lamson & Co. Vermont address on the lockplate and sub-inspector stamps on the various components. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing mostly worn oil finish, some scattered light dings and a strong "MM" inspector's cartouche on the left flat. The original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these scarce and desirable late-war carbines representing the earliest U.S. adoption of a bolt action metallic cartridge arm. (13B9819-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

British Albini-Braendlin Single Shot Breechloading Trials Rifle by Braendlin Sommerville & Co.

Lot #244 (Sale Order 244 of 601)

serial #15835, 577/450, 31 1/4" barrel with Henry patent rifling and a bright near excellent bore perhaps showing a hint of minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and bands of this rifle have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some fine overall pinprick pitting, a few patches a bit more moderate behind the front band and on the bands themselves with good original blue lurking about the protected areas along the wood line. The triggerguard and buttplate are similar while the action is toning to a mottled gray-brown patina showing some old pinprick pitting and a generous amount of vibrant case-hardened colors, the lockplate and hammer also with some nice colors lurking about. The rear sight spring is missing its screw and shows good fire blue and the breech shows British black powder proofs and "HENRY'S PATENT RIFLING" partially obscured by the rear sight base. The screw heads show some light slot wear and all remaining markings remain intact and strong, the lockplate neatly engraved "BRAENDLIN SOMMERVILLE & Co / BIRMINGHAM" and the pivoting breechblock with "ALBINI-BRAENDLIN / PATENT". The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a strong arsenal oil finish and with just some scattered light dings, handling marks and a few mild abrasions. There is a very thin 3" drying crack along the left stock flat but this is very unobtrusive and the butt shows some subtle attractive grain figure, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and the stock flats show crisp edges. The arm is equipped with a ramrod, right-side bayonet lug, sling swivels and military style sights. What appears to be the original sling in about good condition is also included and the action functions crisply, it is of the typical Albini-Braendlin pattern seen on the Belgian contract arms with linear hammer extension linked to the traditional hammer that strikes the firing pin in the breechblock. Research confirms that the Albini-Braendlin design was submitted to the British rifle trials opened on October 22, 1866, although the exact nature of the design submitted remains elusive. None of the rifles in this trial faired particularly well and it was not until 1874 that the Martini-Henry entered service. This fine rifle would make for an excellent addition to any advanced British martial arms collection. (13D9670-593) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Very Fine British Experimental "Henry Patent" Single Shot Bolt Action Military Rifle

Lot #245 (Sale Order 245 of 601)

serial #7P, 577/450, 35" barrel with Henry patent rifling and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and receiver of this interesting rifle retain about 95-96% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered light handling marks, specks of fine old oxidation staining with one small area of a bit more moderate old oxidation on the left side below the front sight. The barrel bands retain about 85-90% original bright blue showing some flaking along the front band to deep plum-brown patina along with a few light dings. The bolt housing or action cover retains about 60% original bright blue showing flaking to an attractive gray-brown patina while the checkered rear bolt piece shows attractive smoky case-hardening. The buttplate and triggerguard have mostly flaked to a deep plum-brown tone showing some scattered freckling and the triggerguard with generous flakes of bright blue. The nosecap and the large spur cocking lever on the left side retain most of their lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the bolt stop screw and trigger show nice straw color and the rear sight spring shows brilliant fire blue. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining much of its original oil finish and showing some scattered light dings and mild scuffs overall. The rifle is stamped with London black powder proofs along with "HENRY'S PATENT" and a caduceus on the left side of the barrel and the front barrel band has two very small stamped letters, perhaps "RD" or "BD". Further disassembly reveals only the serial number "7P" on the underside of the receiver and barrel and most of the major components are also stamped with a matching "7". These appear to be the only markings and it seems most likely that the Henry patent marking on the barrel pertains only to the rifling. A brass-tipped ramrod is present along with a small brass hang tag stamped with the number "336". Quality of construction is superb throughout and the action design is well-thought-out, shows a high degree of development and seems to function well mechanically. The action is hammer-fired featuring a shrouded internal hammer just above the trigger with a large external left-side cocking lever. Opening the bolt will bring the hammer to half-cock before being brought to full-cock manually. The bolt itself features a large rounded housing or shroud which forms the breech face at the front and secures around the bold body at the rear via a collar. The bolt locks with a single large lug that locks into a cutout along the right side receiver wall. A small ejector is also provided along the bottom of the raceway and the bolt is removed by loosening a large captive screw ahead of the triggerguard. It seems very likely that this arm was designed for military trials although whether or not this was for the 1866 trials remains to be discovered, a distinct "Henry" rifle is listed in the arms tested but this was of falling block design. This is a very attractive and interesting British long arm suitable for any advanced martial collection. (13E9670-413) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Rare Remington Cook Patent Bolt Action Navy Trials Rifle, Former Remington Factory Collection

Lot #246 (Sale Order 246 of 601)

6mm CF, 30" barrel with a bright near excellent Metford-rifled bore showing perhaps a little minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. This is an interesting rifle, referred to previously as an R. C. Fay patent Model 95 Special Navy rifle utilizing a patent from October 8, 1895. Further research reveals however that the arm follows the patent drawings of a Roswell F. Cook taken out on May 14, 1895 (number 539037) and the book The Remington-Lee Rifle by Myszkowski also cites Cook as the designer. Research does confirm Remington employee Rimmon C. Fay indeed took out two patents on October 8, 1895 (numbers 547602 and 547603) relating to a "Magazine-Firearm" and "Cartridge-lifter for magazine-guns", perhaps these were a later improvement of the arm but the patent drawings for these designs cannot be located. Remington submitted five rifles on March 15, 1894 for naval trials and this appears to be one of those arms. The descriptions of the arms' exact features in the naval report is rather vague and it can be surmised that this rifle is either Remington's No. 1, 2 or 5 as these all had right-side-mounted magazines. The report noted that the Remington bolt was of excellent design but that the magazine had significant issues and it seems that all of the models were ultimately doomed as a result of this. One further Remington rifle was tested in the later May 15, 1895 test, this one being fitted with a Russell-Livermore magazine designed by Major W. R. Livermore of the U.S. Army. Ultimately the trials came down to the Luger turn-bolt rifle and the Lee straight-pull rifle, with the Lee winning final selection. The rifle itself remains in very fine condition showing honest use consistent with trials testing. The barrel retains about 95% original blue showing some scattered light freckling and mild fading with an area of cleaned light pitting along the right side muzzle and front sight. The barrel is marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION.N.Y." beneath the handguard and the left side of the rear sight shows "300" and "400" range markings, these appear to be the only external markings. The action retains perhaps 85% original bright blue showing overall flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina, some scattered light specks of minor oxidation staining and a few light dings. There are two small holes at the bottom left edge of the action possibly related to magazine disassembly or for drainage. The magazine is of a hopper-style design similar to that of a Krag, the cover situated at the top of the action rather than the side. The bolt body is partially bright showing some mild gray patina and remnants of pinprick pitting. Bolt design is similar to that of the Remington-Lee Model 1885 utilizing a cock-on-close action and featuring a rear bolt-stop lug also acting as an auxiliary safety lug and six interrupted thread forward locking lugs; one can appreciate the trials committee's praise of the bolt design. Interestingly the patent drawings show more traditional dual locking lugs; perhaps the interrupted thread design was an improvement by the aforementioned Mr. Fay. The rifle also features a left-side magazine cutoff and right-side spring-loaded button to remove the bolt. The smooth straight grip walnut stocks and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing a strong arsenal oil finish with a number of moderate shallow chips at the toe, a period repair to a full-length crack through the handguard that is starting to flex once more, a few smaller drying cracks scattered about and light dings. The buttplate has toned to a gray-brown patina showing some scattered light pitting. The buttstock retains its Remington factory collection brass inventory tag along the toe line numbered "213". The rifle is equipped with military style sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very interesting Remington trials arm that would make for a wonderful addition to any advanced Remington or martial arms collection. (13F9857-3) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

British Experimental Wilson Patent Single Shot Bolt Action Military Rifle

Lot #247 (Sale Order 247 of 601)

serial #A414, 50 CF, 32" barrel with Metford rifling and a bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered areas of pinprick pitting, mild frosting and good rifling throughout. The barrel and receiver of this interesting British rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some scattered mild freckling, a few small dings or scuffs at the back right edge of the receiver and some areas taking on a pleasant plum-brown patina. The barrel bands have mostly toned to gray-brown patina showing some remnants of black enamel and the rear sight parts show good straw and fire blue finishes. The bolt body remains mostly bright, the rear bolt lock shows nice straw color and bolt end piece has toned to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina. The brass triggerguard, buttplate and nosecap have taken on a nice mild ocher patina showing a few minor dings. The rear sling swivel screw head is broken, the arm is stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs and the top barrel shank with "T. WILSON & Cos PATENT". The smooth walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing a rather worn oil finish, a small u-shaped hairline crack at the left edge near the rear of the bolt, a tiny hole in the left side butt and some overall light to perhaps moderate dings. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, cleaning rod, military style sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. The Wilson rifle was submitted to the British rifle trials conducted in 1867 and placed in the second tier list of arms, these were generally arms of more complicated design or ones that did not necessarily meet all of the initial requirements. It appears it actually ended up being a finalist and was tested again in the second round of 1869 but was felled by a breech failure. Despite this, it is impossible to overlook the interesting and rather advanced features of the design. The bolt is a straight-pull striker-fired design locked with dual rear locking lugs and cycled via rotating knurled collar at the rear and pushed home with the with the checkered end piece. There is a large flange at the rear of the action beneath the bolt that acts as a trigger block while the bolt is out-of-battery and the arm is equipped with a very modern flip safety within the triggerguard. A fascinating and very rare British experimental rifle. (13D9670-414) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

British Experimental Mayall Patent Single Shot Bolt Action Military Rifle

Lot #248 (Sale Order 248 of 601)

serial #502 (bolt), 577 CF, 39" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 96% original plum-brown finish showing some mild silvering at the muzzle, some scattered light handling marks and faint thinning along its length. The barrel bands retain about 95% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina and their screw heads show some minor slot wear. The lockplate, hammer and bolt heads likewise retain about 95% vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few small areas of mild oxidation staining and remnants of protective lacquer. The bolt body itself is partially bright showing brown freckling along the turned-down handle and is crisply-marked in small lettering "T. J. MAYALL'S PATENT". There is a small ding at the right edge of the receiver from the hammer being let down when the bolt is retracted but this is unobtrusive. The bolt head screw and rear sight parts retain most of their lovely brilliant fire blue. The breech is stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs and the brass triggerguard, buttplate and nosecap have toned to a mild ocher patina. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing a little period added finish, a few areas of old light scratches scattered along its length, light dents and a tiny flake and drying crack behind the receiver. There is a single small hole on the left side butt that does not appear to be from insect damage, instead perhaps where a small inventory disc was once affixed. The rifle is equipped with military-style sights, sling swivels, P1853-style ramrod and the action seems to function well mechanically. The action utilizes a conventional lockplate and hammer paired with a rather short low-profile bolt. The separate bolt head contains the firing pin and is linked to an extractor along the bottom of the raceway and the bolt body locks into the receiver via large forward locking lug and by the bolt handle root at the rear; the bolt can only be opened with the hammer at half-cock. Thomas Jefferson Mayall was a rather prolific inventor during the mid 1800's patenting numerous mechanical devices including this system and a number of early breechloading and automatic cannon designs. While this arm seems to be of the correct timeframe and construction for British trials, records indicate it was not part of the testing that would eventually adopt the Snider. This is a very fine example that would make an excellent addition to any advanced antique martial arms collection. (13D9670-412) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Wonderful Sharps Model 1874 Special Order Sporting Rifle

Lot #249 (Sale Order 249 of 601)

serial #159542, 45 2 7/8", 30" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features adjustable double set triggers, checkered pistolgrip stocks and a checkered steel shotgun buttplate. The top of the barrel shows proper Bridgeport address and "Old Reliable" moniker. The top of barrel just ahead of action is marked "CAL. 45" and the right flat is marked "110" which represents the powder charge and is unusual as they typically just marked the case length. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel retaining 95% original blue overall with a little light silvering along the high edges. The action and lock shows 90% plus original color case-hardened finish which has softened in contact areas and is vivid in other areas. The loading channel shows a little scattered light oxidation staining but the rifle is free of any pitting. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of walnut and rate excellent with 97% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The bottom of the pistolgrip features a round checkered panel and the tip of the forend at schnabel shows a heart shaped checkered panel. The rifle is sighted with a globe front, Lawrence rear and Vernier tang mounted peepsight. The included factory letter states the gun was ordered by D.W. Longfellow of Fort Bethold, North Dakota in December of 1876, six months after the Battle of Little Big Horn. Daniel Webster Longfellow was a post trader at Fort Berthold during the 1870's and 80's. In Labowskie's letter he states that three identical rifles were ordered at the time and that "It is easy to imagine that these rifles were ordered by three Army Officers who wished to own a kind of Sharps version of the Officer's Model of the trapdoor Springfield.". The rifle was formerly part of the Stagecoach Museum and is illustrated and described in the Stagecoach Museum Gun Collection book. In the book they also credit the gun to Longfellow who they state was from Minneapolis and that they purchased it directly from the original owner and he stated that he took it on a Buffalo Hunt on the Union Pacific Railroad where he shot buffalo from the windows of the train cars. While the details are conflicting the person is the same and the gun was shipped to Fort Berthold, not Minneapolis. This is a high condition, specially ordered Sharps rifle shipped to North Dakota during the height of the Buffalo trade. (1F9790-22) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (15,000/25,000)

Very Fine British Experimental Soper Patent Single Shot Military Rifle

Lot #250 (Sale Order 250 of 601)

serial #24, 450 CF (Straight Wall Case), 34 3/4" barrel with Henry patent rifling and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this rifle retains about 90% original plum-brown finish showing overall thinning and toning to mild gray patina and some areas of mild brown freckling. The action and triggerguard retain perhaps 85% attractive smoky case-hardened colors remaining quite vibrant in the more protected areas also showing some light handling marks and toning to silvery pewter patina. The action is embellished with some tasteful light English scrollwork, the left side is neatly engraved "INVENTOR & PATENTEE / W. SOPER / READING" and the front tang of the triggerguard with "No. 24". The sideplates and breechblock release adjacent to the trigger retain very good fire blue and the trigger itself shows nice straw color along the sides. The rear barrel band and buttplate have toned to gray-brown patina while the front band with right-side bayonet lug retains about 90% original bright blue showing some light flaking. The rear sling swivel and its screw appear to be older replacements and the front swivel is very slightly bent but this is unobtrusive and the arm is stamped with London black powder proofs. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its original oil finish and showing a very tiny drying crack at the heel, three tiny holes along the right side butt and some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock shows some subtle straight grain figure and metal-to-wood fit is excellent with nice edges. An original sling and brass-tipped cleaning rod are present, the rifle is equipped with military style sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. The Soper is of excellent design featuring a sidelever that actuates essentially the whole mechanism, lifting the breechblock, cocking the hammer and ejecting the spent case while pushing the lever back up closes and locks the action and a breechblock release is provided adjacent to the trigger. The Soper was tested in the British military trials of 1866-67 and placed into the second tier of arms, these mostly being designs the committee considered overly complicated but still worthy of study. The testing committee was able to achieve firing 60 rounds in a minute with the Soper rifle and the arm did see some moderate commercial success as a high-end sporting rifle. This is a really lovely example of a very interesting and desirable British rifle made in a military configuration. (13F9670-416) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Remington No. 2 Deluxe Rolling Block "Schuetzen" Rifle

Lot #251 (Sale Order 251 of 601)

serial #H40443, 25-20 Single Shot, 28 1/4" octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some very fine oxidation and mild frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this interesting rifle retains about 80% of a fine quality period restored plum-brown finish showing some overall mild thinning under bright light, a few light dings and scuffs along the edges and some remnants of fine pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The Remington Arms Co. address and caliber designation remain intact and quite crisp. The action retains perhaps 70% original vibrant case-hardened colors that remain particularly vivid along the left side, triggerguard and either side of the hammer with most of the loss due to some cleaned light pitting along the right side, top of breech and lower tang that are toning to a silvery pewter patina. The hammer and breechblock retain about 90% original blue with loss due to some old oxidation and light pitting along the spurs. The checkered pistolgrip walnut Schuetzen-style buttstock and forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition as very lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The forend is stamp-numbered matching the action and the diamond point checkering shows light overall wear but remains intact. The checkering along the pistolgrip is of a slightly different style with finer points and the buttstock is un-numbered and likely a replacement from the period of use. It has certainly been with the arm for a very long time and was expertly crafted and fitted. The buttstock features a generous left-side cheekpiece and heavy nickel-plated brass buttplate retaining about 98% finish and showing some scattered light dings. The name "C. H. BARNES" is stamped in small block letters on the inside of the buttplate. The barrel is matching the frame, the rear sight dovetail has been blanked and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman target globe front sight and tang sight with wide aperture disc. The action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive and interesting No. 2 that can do doubt still be enjoyed at the range. (13C9670-130) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/1500)

Scarce & Very Fine Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #252 (Sale Order 252 of 601)

serial #3177, 22 LR, 28" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this fine No. 7 retains about 98% original blue that is taking on a pleasant deep plum-brown patina under bright light along with some very faint thinning at the muzzle, a couple sparsely scattered tiny dings and one or two errant freckles. The action retains about 96-97% original vibrant case-hardened colors that show some very mild muting and silvering along the lower tang and triggerguard along with a few faint freckles. The hammer remains mostly bright showing some mild gray freckling and the breechblock retains about 98% original blue showing some high edge wear. The action pins retain almost all of their nice straw color while the trigger, retainer plate and screws also retain much of their brilliant fire blue showing some mild silvering. The Remington Arms Co. barrel address and cartridge designation remain strong and quite crisp while the original 1871 pistol frame markings on the left side have softened somewhat but remain legible. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend with slight schnabel remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original varnish showing some sparsely scattered light dings, a few tiny areas of discoloration and a couple tiny thin drying cracks along the butt. The diamond point checkering along the pistolgrip remains crisp showing just a couple lightly chipped points and the forend shows some nice straight grain figure while the buttstock is a bit plainer with subtle figure. The scalloped hard rubber pistolgrip cap and Remington monogram buttplate are very nice with just some toning to mild brown patina. There is a small silver monogram plate affixed to the rear bottom of the forend that is engraved "D.V.ELY." Delevan Vaughn Ely was secretary of the Utica Daily Press newspaper. The tangs are stamp-numbered "3177" internally and the barrel and forend have a matching assembly number "292". The flat profile along the sides of the forend is rather different than that seen on other examples, the pistolgrip checkering is also a different style than other examples and there is no Remington-reapplied new serial number along the lower tang suggesting this may be some sort of factory test or prototype arm for the new No. 7 configuration. The rifle is sighted with the appropriate Lyman tang sight with large aperture disc and Beach-style combination front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent example of these handsome and desirable late-production Remington sporting rifles that saw very limited sales in the early 1900's. (13D9670-126) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Winchester Model 52 Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #253 (Sale Order 253 of 601)

Pre '68, 22 LR, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain near 99% original blue with a tiny area of concentrated freckles on the underside of the barrel near the muzzle and some small blemishes on the ''SPORTING''-marked bottom metal. The bolt body and the subsequent area on the receiver have been finely engine-turned and a tight band of checkering has been added to the knob. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock with left-side cheekpiece and black tip is near very good with some slight edge wear on the checkered steel buttplate, scattered handling marks and blemishes, the gun was obviously used for its intended purpose but was well-cared-for. The rifle is sighted with a hooded bead front, a Lyman aperture is mounted to the receiver and a Griffin & Howe see-through mount with a Lyman All-American 4X scope with crosshair reticle and clear optics has been permanently-affixed to the receiver. This mount partially-obscures the serial number, only revealing the first two numbers, ''33''. This leaves the viewer to only speculate on the rest of the numbers but being in the 33,000 serial range makes this a very early Model 52 Sporter. A single Winchester-marked magazine is included. A very fine early Sporter with tons of original metal finish for the serious collector or shooter alike. (22B9789-41) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Winchester Model 75 Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #254 (Sale Order 254 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Triggerguard shows excellent restored blue

serial #40039, 22 LR, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original blue with crisp ''SPORTING'' marked on the bottom metal and the bolt with matching ''40039'' on the underside remains bright and unblemished. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock with serrated metal buttplate is excellent with a very light and expertly-applied touch of varnish. The rear dovetail is filled with a blank, the front sight is a beaded blade with hood and a Lyman 57ES is mounted to the receiver. A single excellent condition Winchester-marked magazine is included. A fantastic 1942-manufactured sporting rifle. (22B9789-39) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Short Range Rifle

Lot #255 (Sale Order 255 of 601)

serial #17346, 40 1 7/8", 26" tapered round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle features an unpaneled action along with checkered walnut stocks with an uncapped curled pistolgrip and a checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate. The condition of the rifle is very fine and it is all original. The barrel shows proper Bridgeport address along with the "Old Reliable" moniker and is caliber marked on left side just ahead of breech "40 1 7/8". The barrel retains 98% rich original blue finish overall with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action retains about 95% original color case-hardened finish which has faded somewhat but remains visible on all surfaces. The right side of the action is slightly more faded than the left side, all markings are clear and legible, most screw slots are clean with a couple showing very slight wear. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. There is one minor crack in the left side of the stock at the action running with the grain and ending where the checkering begins. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front, Lawrence sporting rear and a Sharps short range peepsight mounted in integral base. There are quite a few variations within the short range rifle including those with uncheckered capped pistolgrip stocks and those built with paneled actions. With a total of only 150 of these rifles produced, it is fair to say that it would be very difficult to upgrade from this rifle. A wonderful, investment quality Sharps Borchardt rifle. (1E9790-88) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (7000/9000)

Handsome Custom Springfield 1903 Sporting Rifle by Bob Owen

Lot #256 (Sale Order 256 of 601)

serial #785 (maker numbered), 30-06, 24'' barrel with a bright about excellent bore. This classic sporting rifle is the work of Bob Owen of Saquoit New York and is actually pictured in Custom Gunmakers of the 20th Century (Volume 1 © 2005 Precision Shooting), in the introductory chapter. The barreled action retains perhaps 90% original fading deep gray-blue maker rust blue, the loss due to even fading, some wear to pewter and flaking to brown around the front sight ramp. The bottom metal was neatly modified by Owen into a hinged-style floorplate, the bow of the guard lightly sculpted, it is now a deep blue-gray with a bit of very sparse light surface oxidation. The arm is stocked classic style with Bob Owen's signature rounded left side shadowline cheekpiece with a rather flat-bottom, this example with dual shadowlines. His signature arrowhead is at the rear of mid-stock, ahead of the grip's checkered panels. The forend shows a wrap-around diamond ''ribbon''-pattern, all of the checkering borderless, the stock satin-finished and rating fine with the expected light handling marks that come from a field-used arm, a small 1'' crack behind the top tang and with a bit of oil soaking in this area. The arm features a nice blued steel trapdoor pistolgrip cap, bone forend tip and lightly engraved checkered trapdoor steel buttplate giving a 13 3/8'' length of pull. The rifle is sighted with a very nice banded sporting ramp front with a brass bead sight having a flip-up lowlight white bead concealed within the ramp and push-button release for a hood (the hood is not present); a second such sight is present within the trapdoor gripcap. There is a Lyman 48 sight fitted on the receiver and the left side of the action has a nice Griffin & Howe single lever quick detachable base and ring set installed. Bob Owen's name is neatly engraved atop the barrel ''RG Owen-Saquoit New York No. 785'' and the top of the receiver ring is neatly hand matted with the bolt handle showing excellent quality tight flowing scroll with five round checkered panels on the knob; the safety as well has been very neatly, very finely metal checkered. The rings support a Carl Zeiss Zielklein telescopic sight with crosshair reticle and bright excellent optics. The scope rates very good with light wear to both the tube and the ocular lens tube showing a few scratches from a previous mounting. The rifle features quick detachable super grade-style sling swivels and there is a gold shield-shaped monogram plate along the toeline which remains un-engraved. Bob Owen made some of the nicest rifles of the classic American sporting rifle-era, this example is no exception and shows just enough wear one could still take it afield while letting it appreciate in value as the years pass. (39721-2) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Fine Griffin & Howe Winchester Model 70 Sporting Rifle

Lot #257 (Sale Order 257 of 601)

serial #445485; G&H No. 2410, 243 Win, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this top-notch sporting rifle retain about 99% top-quality maker blue, the underside of the barrel showing a couple freckles of very light oxidation ahead of the forend tip. The receiver ways remain bright with nice engine turning on the follower and the right race, the bolt body, extractor and guide lug as well with all of their lovely G&H engine turning. The barrel is neatly engraved with the G&H address and number, with a nice wedge of quality scroll engraving at the breech end above the chamber. The bolt knob has been very neatly metal checkered around its circumference and the trigger very neatly, very finely checkered as well. The hinged floorplate one-piece bottom metal shows exquisite, near full coverage, quality tight scroll and borderline filigree engraving with a circular monogram at the center of the floorplate inlaid in gold in Art Deco-style monogrammed initials ''JBS''. The rifle is stocked classic style in a very lovely grade of what is likely Circassian walnut, showing the classic G&H flared shadowline cheekpiece. The stock itself rates excellent showing only very minor, light handling marks here and there from careful use afield. It features the signature ebony forend tip, blued steel pistolgrip cap and checkered Niedner-style buttplate giving a 13 1/2'' length of pull. The wraparound checkering patterns front and rear are flawlessly executed and the rifle is fitted with G&H style detachable swivel studs. There is a Williams ramp front sight soldered to the barrel with a simple brass bead and hood, vintage Leopold ''detacho'' bases and rings, the rear base with the ''emergency'' peep aperture for use when the scope is removed. The rings mount a Pecar variable 3-7x telescopic sight with crosshair reticle and excellent optics, the scope itself rating excellent. As we have come to expect from G&H, this is a top-of-the-line sporting rifle, beautifully embellished and flawlessly executed in a fabulous light-recoiling caliber. (3C9840-1) {C&R} (4000/6000)

Custom James Howe-Style Springfield Sporting Rifle in .400 Whelen

Lot #258 (Sale Order 258 of 601)

serial #4092122, 400 Whelen, 22'' James Howe barrel, with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting and quality-made rifle and one of the ''original four'' 400 Whelen barrels made by James Howe while in Philadelphia. While mated to a later action, the barrel retains about 95% of what appears to be original rust blue and is neatly engraved in the appropriate area ''No. 10 Jas. V. Howe Phila PA''. Mike Petrov mentions in his second volume of Custom Gunmakers of the 20th Century that he is aware of an identically marked rifle which was ''No. 11'', which he surmised was one of the four original 400 Whelen rifles. The barrel was very neatly mated to a Model 03-A3 action which shows remnants of a fading grayish blue buffed finish, the bottom metal is nice quality milled 1903 style and retains perhaps 97% good-quality blue showing a bit of wear. The floorplate is in-the-white and shows later engraving with open flowing scroll front and rear surrounding a depiction of a snarling grizzly bear, face-on, mouth open and teeth bared; it is signed only ''JA'' at its rear. The bolt body remains bright with a neatly added bolt handle with a rather pear-shaped knob with light engraving on the handle and open scroll on the knob proper. The arm is very precisely stocked, very James Howe or Griffin & Howe-style in a nice grade of American black walnut with a classic comb, rounded left side shadowline cheekpiece and a nice rosewood forend tip. The stock rates excellent and shows some nice shimmering figure and has a subtle satin finish with perhaps a very minor handling mark here or there. The grip and forend feature flawlessly executed wrap-around checkering patterns and there is an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toeline. The stock has a nice Fisher style steel gripcap and there is a lightly engraved grooved steel trapdoor buttplate in place giving a 13 3/4'' length of pull; the area beneath the trapdoor has not yet been inletted for cartridges or compartment, awaiting only your whim. The rifle features its original banded sporting ramp front sight with a custom bead style insert and hand-made hand-matted quarter rib at the rear, with two folding leaf express sight blades regulated for 100 and 200 yards. There is light engraving of excellent quality around the ramp, on the sling swivel band, with light quality scroll and geometric engraving the flanking the hand-matting above the chamber with ''400 Whelen'' very neatly hand engraved; the barrel is numbered 183770 on its underside. The receiver has been drilled and tapped for a Lyman aperture sight designed for a 1903 Springfield, it has been appropriately fitted and modified to work with this action, and there is a rather high Griffin & Howe style quick-detach ring and base set added at the left side of the receiver. The Carl Zeiss Zielklein scope itself is 7/8'' diameter and features a nice Germanic three post reticle with clear optics, the scope rating very good showing only light wear. This is a very nicely-executed 1903 sporting rifle very much in the James Howe or G&H tradition, mimicking that work very nearly precisely, with what is clearly an original Howe barrel from the classic American sporting rifle-era. An investment grade-rifle that one needn't be afraid to take a afield. (39721-3) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

Very Early Winchester Pre-War Model 70 Purportedly Belonging to Robert F. Kennedy

Lot #259 (Sale Order 259 of 601)

serial #559, 220 Swift, 26'' barrel with an excellent bore. A notarized letter from well-known New York collector and dealer Maurice Mudge accompanies this rifle and indicates that he purchased this rifle from Robert F. Kennedy's brother-in-law in 1964. Interestingly there are two guns listed on the letter, the other rifle was a Stevens 416 and was sold to well-known collector and dealer Ron Peterson, who subsequently donated the arm to the NRA Museum. The barreled action retains perhaps 98% original blue with a couple tiny rub marks on the barrel, the bolt body has darkened somewhat and is marked with matching serial number. The triggerguard is mostly brown with some flakes of original blue, the floorplate fares better retaining 85% original blue with loss due to scratches and handling marks. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock with checkered steel buttplate is very good, there are a couple light scuffs and thinned finish near the toe and some scattered signs of handling. An adjustable Lyman No. 48 peep sight is attached to the receiver, the rear barrel dovetail is filled with a blank and there is a hooded bead front sight. A very early first-year production rifle with some interesting historical ties. (22B9721-1) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Early Henry Repeating Rifle by New Haven Arms Co. Pictured in the Winchester Book

Lot #260 (Sale Order 260 of 601)

serial #2260, 44 Henry RF, 24" octagon barrel with a good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with some bright areas and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle has mostly toned to a mix of pleasant deep gray and plum-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of old minor oxidation staining, some old dings near the front sight and along the barrel sleeve and a 1" area of moderate old scratches or scuff marks on the left side barrel sleeve. The lever and hammer are a mild gray patina, the lever showing some scattered areas of darker plum-brown and the hammer with some smoky colors present along the protected front face. The follower stop screw on the left side of the barrel is a replacement, a number of the screw heads show light slot wear and the trigger spring still retains a few flakes of bright fire blue. The barrel address is the correct smaller style and remains remarkably crisp and clear, the serial number as well albeit the "0" has been poorly struck by the factory. The action and rounded buttplate have toned to a very nice rich ocher patina showing some scattered light dings and mild handling marks, the dings a bit more noticeable along the bottom of the cartridge lifter and top right edge. The sideplates show very slight gaps and are a tad proud at their forward top corners, the edges of the frame otherwise quite nice and well-defined. The left side of the frame shows a lightly scratched name that appears to be "G Gundlach" and the inside of the right sideplate is also scratched "A E WG / 1887". The smooth walnut "perch belly" stock remains in very good condition showing remnants of original finish with some scattered old abrasions along the left side, a couple smoothed-over shallow old chips and a couple of small very thin cracks where the stock meets the frame and at the upper tang, these being very unobtrusive. The stock fit at the forward corners of the upper tang shows some very thin gaps while the fit at the buttplate and lower tang is excellent and the "Henry bump" on the left side below the sling swivel is still perceptible. The stock is correctly stamp-numbered matching the rifle along the upper tang inlet and the buttplate is matching stamped on the inside toe. As-is correct for an earlier rifle, all of the stock and buttplate screws are matching and the heads appropriately machined to fit the contours of the arm. The inside lower tang is matching and also stamped with an "N" and "C", no external inspector stamp or punch mark is visible. The barrel and barrel sleeve are matching each other by assembly number "890". The original sights and sling swivels are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured in The Winchester Book by Madis on page 32 and is noted as then being part of the Fred Miles collection, also at that time the rear sight was located in the receiver dovetail. Also included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the particulars of the rifle and a hand-written letter by Winchester collector Norman A. Vegely in which he describes the general features of the rifle, noting it is somewhat unusual for an early rifle to be equipped with sling swivels and that is was also once part of the Alvin Roberts collection. A fine Henry rifle with early features. (13F9739-1) {ANTIQUE} (15,000/25,000)

Winchester Model 1866 Fourth Model Lever Action Rifle

Lot #261 (Sale Order 261 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Period repair at upper tang screw hole and a small thin crack left front forend

serial #150385, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with a very good bore showing strong clean rifling with one area of light pitting. This is a nice clean rifle. The barrel and magazine retain a pleasing and even smooth brown patina overall with traces of original blue in protected areas and with crisp clear markings. The rifle was built on a carbine action showing factory filled staple holes. The action bears a wonderful undisturbed patina with sideplates being very tight. The hammer and lever show an even gray patina with mottled color case-hardening still visible on the hammer. The plain walnut stock and forend are iron mounted and rate excellent with a good deal of original finish and perhaps a little added light oil. The rifle is sighted with standard sights. The screwheads remain quite clean with some showing only the slightest evidence of being turned. This is a very fine example of the late model 1866 rifle. (1D9779-7) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

Extremely Handsome Factory ''D'' Engraved Colt New Frontier New Model Single Action Revolver

Lot #262 (Sale Order 262 of 601)

serial #03706NF, 45 Colt, 7 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent, unfired bore. This is a lovely new model New Frontier single action revolver engraved in Colts factory D-level engraving in 1978. The arm is as-expected as-new, unfired, unturned since leaving the blue dome. All of the original blue and color case-hardened finishes are present with the bright-polished sides of the hammer remaining brilliant. Coverage is near full, with open flowing scroll engraving with only the frontstrap and very edges of the triggerguard un-engraved. The smooth walnut grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions are excellent to as-new showing a tiny ding in each, they are pencil-numbered to the gun on their interior. The arm comes in a Colt walnut presentation case with key and the orange hangtag is included; the case itself rates about excellent with light dings, scratches or handling marks about its exterior surface. The interior of the frame is indeed stamped ''Colt Eng'' and is otherwise unsigned, quite possibly the work of Len Francolini or Bob Burt who were both factory engravers in 1978. The only detractor on the gun is a very tiny section of loss to the color case-hardening at the left front leading edge of the frame at the junction of the barrel where what appears to be a miniscule amount of surface oxidation was removed. It is unobtrusive, missed at first glance and does not detract the tiniest bit from the wonderful work executed on this revolver. All of the numbers are of-course matching. New Fr000ontiers are far-less encountered factory engraved than their common Single Action Army counterparts, this example is suitable for the best of Colt collections. (39740-17) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

Handsome Burgess Gun Company B-Grade Slide Action Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Lot #263 (Sale Order 263 of 601)

serial #1251, 12 ga., 26'' solid rib barrel, un-choked, and 30'' solid rib barrel, choked a tight modified, with bright excellent and very fine bores respectively, the longer barrel showing some very light remnants of oxidation staining or perhaps very light pinprick pitting scattered about half of its length. The shorter barrel shows nice star pattern gray and brown damascus its full-length with interspersed very light oxidation staining here and there, with strong blue remaining on the nosecap, the magazine tube fading to a plum and pewter patina with strong blue on the magazine cap. The longer barrel shows a fading damascus pattern its full-length, showing a bit more scattered oxidation staining and spots of very light pinprick pits on the underside ahead of the magazine tube. The attendant metal has mostly faded to a pewter gunmetal patina and there is a small impact mark at the right rear of rib. The nosecaps, magazine tubes and the tube cap of the shorter barrel show light, good quality scroll engraving and both are numbered in matching fonts at their breech ends ''1251''. The receiver remains quite nice with perhaps 80% original blue, with fading to pewter on the carry point at the belly and rounded sections of the frame, the frame flats retaining their bright original polish with somewhat fading bright blue. The left flat shows a woodcock game scene, the right with a bobwhite quail, with good quality scroll front and rear and geometric engraving on the belly and bow of the triggerguard. The English walnut buttstock and both checkered forends rate very good with much original varnish and overall light dings and handling marks, both forends showing a bit more wear, the longer set with a couple of minor cracks and the checkering showing more wear. The pistolgrip is more coarsely checkered and remains very good with small crack as well. A couple of the screw heads show some slot damage but they are certainly not beyond saving and certainly could be dressed, the toe of the buttplate has chipped off but again a talented 'smith could effect a repair with epoxy. The gun seems to function well mechanically and both barrels mount solidly, the face of the receiver stamped with the gun serial number and a capital letter ''B''. This is a very attractive graded Burgess shotgun two-barrel set showing some nice quality engraving. (3C9670-11) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Early Burgess Gun Company Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #264 (Sale Order 264 of 601)

serial #14, 12 ga., 28'' barrel, un-choked, with a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows a nice two tone brown and gray damascus star pattern its full-length and features a simple raised front pedestal with matted surface on-which the brass bead is set and there is a light geometric engraving around the barrel's patent dates. The magazine tube shows some fading gray blue with remnants of a bright blue on the forend nosecap, each showing light engraving. The frame is a pleasing dull pewter case-hardened patina with some silvery remnants of case-hardening. It shows nice quality flowing scroll at front and rear of the flats ahead of and behind, with banknote filigree bordering the Burgess name and address atop the sliding bolt cover. The right flat shows a game scene with woodcock, the left frame flat with quail, each in their natural habitat; the bow of the guard as well shows some light scroll engraving. The English walnut buttstock and finely checkered forend both rate about very good with overall dings, dents and handling marks from the years. The walnut pistolgrip is somewhat coarsely checkered and shows a bit more wear, with a few chips and a small repaired crack, the Burgess Gun Company dogs head buttplate remains intact and shows just light wear. The arm is serial numbered ''14'' on the face of the frame and the breech end of the barrel just below the chamber and seems to function properly mechanically. Overall a very nice graded example in fine condition with some very nice quality engraving. (39670-12) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Very Rare & Fine Winchester Model 1895 Deluxe Lever Action Short Rifle

Lot #265 (Sale Order 265 of 601)

serial #33421, 30-40 Krag, 22" round barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and light oxidation in the grooves, a bit more noticeable approaching the muzzle, with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 90-92% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered very light pitting along its length that is toning to a mild brown patina, likely due to some poor storage in the past, a few smaller areas of mild thinning and light handling marks. The action retains about 80-85% original bright blue with flaking mostly along the high edges toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina, a few tiny dings, specks of brown and mild striations along the sides. The bolt retains about 97% lovely bright blue showing some mild edge wear and the extractor, magazine follower and lever catch retain most of their brilliant fire blue, the trigger being a pale fire blue and straw tone. The hammer and lever link retain about 95% vibrant case-hardened colors with some mild muting along the hammer. A couple of screw heads show some light slot wear, all markings remain crisp and clear and the arm is properly not stamped with Winchester's "WP" proof. The checkered straight grip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition showing generous amounts of original oil finish that is thinning along the sides of the butt along with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a very thin 1 1/2" crack at the bottom right edge where the stock meets the frame that flexes very slightly along with a number of thin cracks that extend into the interior inletting that are unobtrusive from the outside and can no doubt be addressed by a good wood man. The diamond point checkering with neatly mullered borders remains completely intact showing only very light wear and the buttstock shows wonderful feathercrotch grain figure throughout, the forend with some slightly subtler but very handsome fiddleback grain. The original black checkered hard rubber buttplate is intact and rates near excellent showing a few small handling marks. The forend and tangs are unmarked and the buttstock shows a penciled number "11199" along the upper inlet and is also stamped "95 / 11199" beneath the buttplate, their fit to the frame being excellent. The rifle is sighted with flattop sporting rear sight, Lyman white bead front and the action seems to function well mechanically. Cody records indicate this rifle shipped as-described with 22" barrel, fancy checkered and oil-finished stocks, shotgun butt with rubber plate and the aforementioned sights on November 25, 1901 as order number 122467. The records also indicate the arm was returned to the factory for repair on February 10, 1903, order number 177626. A very fine deluxe short rifle for the advanced Winchester collector in a wonderful and seldom seen configuration. (13E9710-75) {C&R} (6000/8000)

Interesting German Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle by Danzig with Dual Claw Mounts & Oigee Scope

Lot #266 (Sale Order 266 of 601)

serial #7993c, 8mm Mauser, 29" barrel with an about very good bore showing darkness and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1906-dated rifle has toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered old oxidation staining and strong remnants of original blue along the wood line. The receiver remains in-the-white and shows some scattered brown freckling and smoothed-over light pitting, as-does the bolt while the triggerguard and floorplate are a dark brown patina showing old oxidation. All markings remain intact and strong. The Oigee Luxor 3X scope has mostly toned to a mottled gray patina showing some scattered areas of smoothed-over light pitting and old oxidation, the brass hardware showing strong black enamel finish and all markings remain strong. The scope is numbered "100433" and features duplex-type reticle with somewhat yellowed but serviceable optics, the crosshairs with some mild "fraying" and some mild occlusions along the periphery. The rear base screws are not quite indexed properly, the bolt handle is turned down a bit sharper than it ought to be and there is no cutout in the stock for the handle, but the hardware appears to be quite old with a similar patina as the rifle. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good condition showing areas darkened from the years, a few scattered shallow old chips, some mild abrasions behind the upper tang, light drying cracks along the butt and overall dings. There are faint inspector stamps along the right side butt, no visible number along the toe line and the disc is unit-marked "R.22.1.63." The rear sight parts are numbered "29" and the remaining serialized parts are matching, the tip of the firing pin broken off and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. An interesting Gew.98 sniper rifle, likely assembled post-war but one that certainly looks the part. (13B9736-48) {C&R} (1800/2200)

German K98K Long Side Rail Sniper Rifle by Gustloff Werke

Lot #267 (Sale Order 267 of 601)

serial #55519, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this very fine bcd 4-coded rifle retain about 95% original smooth gray Parkerized finish showing a few scattered areas of freckling and mild brown patina mostly along the barrel nearer the muzzle and front band along with some minor handling marks. The stamped qnw-coded triggerguard and the front sight hood retain a similar amount of original blue showing some minor high edge wear while the extractor has taken on a slightly case-hardened tone. The rifle is equipped with the proper checkered buttplate that has toned to a silvery pewter patina and the scope base and mount retain about 98% original blue showing some mild high edge wear. The Kahles H/4x60 scope with sunshade retains about 95% original blue showing some scattered areas of light flaking and mild oxidation staining and the alloy fittings retain a similar amount of black enamel finish. The scope itself is numbered "43551" and features the typical German reticle with slightly yellowed optics showing some minor occlusions around the periphery but otherwise remaining completely serviceable. The smooth laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition, the stock showing a couple of scattered thin cracks with a 1 1/4" crack behind the triggerguard, 2" ahead of the scope base and a very small one ahead of the triggerguard. The stock is otherwise quite nice showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks with a strong "(Eagle) / H" on the right side butt and "c" along the toe line. The stock and handguard are un-numbered inside and out and the stock does show a strong Waffenamt on the interior and "Br" beneath the buttplate. All markings remain strong and intact, the receiver ring with proper "(Eagle) / 749", the right edge of the rear sight base shows a small "a" and "(Eagle) / 18", the right side receiver ring, follower and floorplate are stamped with a proper small "1" and the barrel bands are unmarked. The scope base and mount are stamped with the correct "(Eagle) / 359", the bolt is equipped with the proper scope clearance safety, all of the numbered bolt parts are matching and the scope mount is also matching the receiver. Included are a set of black leather scope covers and a brown leather sling. The covers rate very good plus showing some scuffs, crackling and a "(Eagle) / WaA414" on one cover while the sling rates very fine showing some mild staining and minor flaking along with a pencil-written name on the inside that is very difficult to discern. This is a very lovely correct late-war sniper that would make an excellent addition to any advanced sniper or martial collection. (13G9807-204) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (10,000/15,000)

SS Marked and Reworked Gew 98 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #268 (Sale Order 268 of 601)

serial #8666c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with an oxidized bore with light rifling. The arsenal blue finish has toned to brown patina on the receiver, barrel bands, and bottom metal with light wear on the contact points and high edges, a few scattered spots of light oxidation and remnants of light pitting, the barrel and rear sight base have a mottled gray patina with spots of light oxidation staining, and scattered light handling marks; the bolt body and safety have toned to brown with thinning, light operational wear, and scattered light pitting. The laminated hardwood stock has been converted to K98k specifications and is in about very good condition as lightly cleaned with a tight about 1/4'' crack behind the triggerguard, a few tiny chips, an about 2'' x 1'' arsenal repair behind the triggerguard where the original sling swivel was removed, scattered light handling marks, and the flat steel buttplate is proud at the toe and edges of the heel; the buttplate has been cleaned to bright with scattered fine oxidation. The buttstock is marked with a few Imperial proofs , a soft Death's Head behind the triggerguard, and the stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle; the buttplate is crisply numbered to the rifle, as well. The maker mark has been removed from the receiver ring, the ring is marked with a clear Imperial Eagle firing proof and serial number, as well as the faint remains of commercial proofs, three Imperial proofs. The barrel is marked with a ''SS / (Death's Head)'' and ''SS2 / (Death's Head)'' on the left side, the markings relatively clear with a little softening, and two five-points stars are marked just ahead of the receiver ring. The barrel, bolt, rear sight, barrel bands, follower, floorplate and triggerguard are all serialized and matching to the rifle; the bolt stop is numbered to a different rifle. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a detachable muzzle cover, 10'' cleaning rod, and leather sling. A very good early SS rifle. (14C9736-4) {C&R} (2000/4000)

SSZZA4 Marked K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr

Lot #269 (Sale Order 269 of 601)

serial #6997, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good bore with intermittent light pitting and oxidation, but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''bnz / 42'' coded rifle have a mottled brown patina with remnants of original blue, light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few scattered traces of previous light oxidation and scattered light handling marks. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition with normal field wear, and a few scattered light handling marks now devoid of finish. The cupped steel buttplate is a dull gunmetal gray with scattered light oxidation staining and light pitting. The stock is marked with a crisp Death's Head behind the triggerguard, and is lightly serialized and matching on the toe line; the upper barrel band resists removal, so the numbering of the handguard cannot be verified. The coding on the receiver ring remains clearly marked, the barrel is marked with the serial number and three correct crisp ''WaA623'' waffenamt on the left and a crisp ''(Eagle) / SSZZA4'' marking on the right side, just above the wood. The rear sight, bolt handle, and triggerguard are serialized and matching to the rifle and the remaining parts are unmarked; a crisp ''77'' waffenamt stamped on the extractor is the sole other waffenamt marked on the rifle. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, the front sight hood is intact, the follower has been lightly modified to remove the bolt hold-open feature, and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a 12 1/2'' cleaning rod, a ''SS (Death's Head) 1'' marked leather sling in very good condition with a few light drying cracks and spots of light wear, and finally a hand-written note from Bob Jensen dated June 18, 2001 detailing the collection of nineteen serial numbers of ''SSZZA4'' rifles he had recorded in thirty years, including the serial number of this very rifle; Mr. Jensen's final remark to the previous owner being that he had ''…a rare item indeed.'' (14C9736-58) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Outstanding FN FAL G-Series Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #270 (Sale Order 270 of 601)

serial #G1574, 7.62 NATO, 24'' barrel including flash hider with a bright excellent bore. This gorgeous G series FAL is one of only 1,836 rifles imported from Belgium by the Browning Arms Co. between September 5, 1959 and January 10, 1963 on which day the ATF classified them as machine guns due to their ability to accept select fire components. Subsequently these rifles were exempted from the NFA by serial number with this specific rifle falling within the stated G1570-G1784 range. The metal surfaces retain 99% original Parkerized and black enamel finishes with slight silvering on the high edges of the magazine well and front of the flash hider and a few very light handling marks. The beautiful smooth European walnut buttstock and handguards rate excellent plus with perhaps a faint handling mark or two, the black polymer carry handle has a tiny and unobtrusive impact mark and the pistolgrip appears as-new. The receiver is correctly marked with ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE_HERSTAL BELGIQUE'' on the right side and ''F.A.L. cal. 7,62'' on the right and there are crisp Belgian proofs on the bolt, carrier and between the charging handle and carry handle cut. The left side of the lower trigger housing features ''S R A'' select fire markings and the selector is factory blocked from rotating to the automatic position. The serial number with ''G'' prefix is correctly located just ahead of the magazine well while the bolt, carrier and pistolgrip are numbered to the gun. There is moderate slot damage to the screwhead of the factory flash hider with bayonet lug and the rifle is equipped with the original carry handle, rotating sling swivels, and military sights. One factory 20-round magazine is included and the adjustable gas system and action appear to function well mechanically. This is a wonderful opportunity to own the crème de la crème of FALs rifles as it is as close to the original FN design as one can own without a Federal tax stamp. (23C9790-25) {C&R} (8,000/10,000)

Excellent Fabrique Nationale LAR 308 Match Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #271 (Sale Order 271 of 601)

serial #14777, 308 Win, 24'' barrel including flash hider with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome rifle retain about 99% original black enamel and Parkerized finishes with the expected small area of light wear behind the ejection port, a few spots of faint high edge wear and a few tiny light handling marks overall. The smooth black polymer pistolgrip rates near excellent with a few light handling marks and the smooth European walnut buttstock and handguards rate excellent also with a few scattered and unobtrusive light handling marks. The right side of the Type 2 receiver is properly marked ''FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL BELGIQUE'' with ''STEYR SECAUCUS N.J.'' below the ejection port and ''BROWNING ARMS COMPANY / ARNOLD, MISSOURI AND MONTREAL P.Q.'' on the magazine well. The left side of the receiver displays ''.308 MATCH'' along with the serial number which is also on the bolt and bolt carrier. The rifle is equipped with the following original factory features: long flash hider with bayonet lug, rotating sling swivels, trap buttplate, folding carry handle and adjustable military sights. This desirable and high quality Light Automatic Rifle a.k.a. FAL comes with an unmarked black anodized aluminum 10-round magazine and the action appears to function well mechanically. As the most prevalent 7.62 NATO military rifle in the world, this beautiful example is a must have for any modern martial arms collection. (23B9807-77) {MODERN} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3500)

Scarce and Excellent Heckler & Koch 91 Factory Camouflaged Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #272 (Sale Order 272 of 601)

serial #41-059984, 7.62 NATO, 18'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. Only a few hundred factory woodland camouflaged HK 91 rifles were ever imported into the U.S. and this desirable pre-ban IH-date coded (1987) example retains about 98% original woodland camouflage pattern with the majority of the loss around the buttplate along with a very tiny scratch on the right side of the receiver and couple scattered tiny chips exposing the black finish beneath. The receiver displays some small and unobtrusive areas of water speckling around the action from when the factory finish was applied which, if anything, enhances the pattern. The barrel retains 99% original black enamel while the bolt head and locking piece remain bright and display what appears to be the original factory preservative. The wide forend, pistolgrip with thumb rest and A2 buttstock rate excellent with a perhaps a light handling mark or two. The barrel is marked ''IH5J'' beneath the wide forend, the left side of the magazine well displays ''HK 91'' along with the serial number over ''Cal.7.62x51'' and the right side ''Made in W-Germany / HK Chantilly Va.''. The rifle is equipped with the original diopter sights and sling points, an excellent condition HK folding bipod is attached to the forend and two excellent condition factory 20-round gray Parkerized steel magazines are included with one date-coded ''Ie'' and the other ''IH''. Also included is an excellent condition HK brown leather sling, a red spiral-bound HK 93 operator's manual, and a non-factory cardboard box. This rifle appears to have seen little if any use and with its rare factory finish should make for an excellent investment. (23B9787-10) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Excellent and Rare Heckler & Koch 93 Factory Camouflaged Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #273 (Sale Order 273 of 601)

serial #42-137140, 5.56 NATO, 16 1/2'' 1:7'' twist barrel with a bright excellent bore. This extremely desirable IH-dated coded (1987) pre-ban HK 93 is one of only 300 factory woodland camouflaged rifles ever imported into the United States. The barrel retains 99% original black enamel finish with a few light handling marks. The remaining metal surfaces and synthetic pistolgrip with thumb rest, A2 fixed stock and wide forend retain about 97% factory woodland camouflage pattern with majority of the loss on the buttplate with some light high edge and bearing surface wear and a few scattered light handling marks overall. The barrel is correctly-marked ''IH5W'' along with ''178'' beneath the handguard while the right side of the magazine well displays ''Made in W-Germany / HK Chantilly Va.'' One original ''IE'' marked 25-round steel magazine is included which retains 99% original factory woodland camouflage finish as well. The rifle is equipped with the original flash hider and diopter sights, the three sling points are intact, and the rifle includes the original folding bipod retaining about 98% original Parkerized finish with slight high edge silvering and a few tiny specks of freckling. Also included is the original olive drab cotton canvas three-point sling, red factory manual showing some light corner wear and minor soiling and an ancillary HK USA instruction manual. Please see the online auction for three additional HK factory woodland camouflage 25-round steel magazines still in their original brown paper wrapping. This rare and excellent HK 93 is sure to please even the most discerning Heckler and Koch collector. (23B9787-11) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

Heckler & Koch 94 Pre-Ban Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #274 (Sale Order 274 of 601)

serial #10695, 9mm, 16 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1986 date-coded West German-manufactured carbine retain about 98% original black enamel finish with very light muzzle wear, minor bearing surface wear on the A3 F retractable stock, a few light handling marks and a couple small scattered spots toning to gunmetal gray. The black polymer wide forend and pistolgrip with thumb rest rate very good plus to near excellent with a few light handling marks while the buttplate rates excellent. The left side of the magazine well is stamped ''Kal. 9mm x 19'' and the right ''Made in W-Germany / HK Chantilly Va.''. The original diopter sights and sling attachment points are intact, the stock locks open very solidly and the action appears to function well mechanically. The carbine includes four excellent condition HK factory 30-round curved magazines with two date-coded ''IG'' and two date-coded ''IR'', as well as an unmarked black polymer A2-style fixed stock in very good plus condition showing some light handling marks. This excellent condition and very desirable HK 94 will make a fine addition to your advanced modern firearms collection. (23B9787-12) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

Rare Heckler & Koch 41 Semi Auto Rifle

Lot #275 (Sale Order 275 of 601)

serial #10B874, 7.62 NATO, 18'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. It is estimated that roughly 400 HK 41 rifles were ever produced with this particular 1966-dated example being in the most desirable configuration with a push pin receiver and paddle magazine release. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original gray Parkerized finish with a few light handling marks and slight high edge wear. The backplate retains 99% original black enamel finish and the black synthetic slimline handguard, pistolgrip with thumb rest and A2 fixed buttstock rate about excellent with a few light handling marks overall. The left side of the magazine well is marked ''HK 41 10B 874 / 5/66'' while the left side of the ''SF'' marked steel trigger housing displays ''MADE IN GERMANY FOR / SANTE FE DIVISION / GOLDEN STATE ARMS CORPORATION / PASADENA-CALIFORNIA-U.S.A. / CAL. 7,62 mm NATO''. The left side of both the trigger housing and backplate are properly stamped ''874'' as are the bolt, bolt head and locking piece. The top of the bolt is also marked ''HK 5/66'' while the bolt head shows ''HK 3/66''. As mentioned above, this example is one of the early-imported rifles featuring the push pin receiver and paddle magazine release which would be removed from future importations. The rifle is further equipped with a carry handle, removable flash suppressor, intact diopter sights and two factory 20-round aluminum magazines with one marked ''G3 P / 9/63'' and the other ''G3 / 12/64''. Also included is the original green-colored factory manual labeled ''Self-Loading Rifle HK 41'', an excellent condition unmarked bipod with extendable legs which clamps around the grenade launcher ring on the barrel complete with olive drab canvas carrying pouch, magazine stripper clip guide, muzzle cover, excellent condition factory brown leather sling and later-issued factory olive drab cotton three-point sling. Finally, there are some assorted spare parts including a bayonet adapter, firing pin with spring, charging handle, two buttstock push pins and one handguard push pin, extractor, pair of unmarked rollers, roller retainer plate, extractor spring and an article entitled The HK41 Precursor to the HK91 Cal. 7.62mm x 51-An HKPRO Exclusive Special In-Depth Feature by Daniel J. Svihra. This rare and early HK 41 will make an excellent addition to the advanced Heckler & Koch collection. (23B9787-9) {C&R} (6000/8000)

Fantastic SIGARMS SG 550-2 SP Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #276 (Sale Order 276 of 601)

serial #10281, 223 Rem, 20 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This extremely desirable rifle is referred to by collectors as a ''transitional'' model as the upper receiver has the current 1:7'' twist barrel while the original 550-1 lower receiver has the earlier small magazine well. The barrel retains about 99% original blue while the upper receiver retains 99% original SIG gray finish with a tiny area of wear behind the ejection port and the lower receiver retains 99% plus original Sig green finish with a few light handling marks overall. The slight variation in finish color between the two receivers is another characteristic of these rare ''transitional'' rifles. The green synthetic pistolgrip with internal storage compartment, handguards and folding buttstock rate excellent plus with perhaps a faint handling mark or two. The lower receiver, bolt and carrier are properly serialized to the upper receiver which is marked on the left ''SIGARMS INC. Herndon VA Made in Switzerland'' and the integral scope base on the top of the receiver displays the Swiss cross. The rifle is fully-equipped with an excellent condition folding bipod, diopter sights with a flip up tritium night sight front post and two-dot tritium rear which no longer glow due to age, a two-position gas system, a winter triggerguard that folds to the left or right, an ambidextrous safety lever and magazine release paddle, three sling attachment points and the aforementioned right side folding buttstock. The threaded muzzle is equipped with a later added A1-style flash hider and mounted to the integral scope bases is an M1913 optics rail. Included with the rifle is the original SIG-embossed gray-green hardcase in excellent condition with a few light exterior scuffs containing the following factory-new accessories: four original 20-round translucent smoke polymer magazines, gray-green cotton sling, complete cleaning kit, magazine loading tool, two optics mounts with one a Weaver-style rail with a pair of 1'' see-through rings and the other a pair of taller see-through mounts. Finally, there is an extra charging handle missing the rubberized coating at the end leaving the interior metal tip exposed and the original factory manual. While this rifle does not have a bayonet lug, the correct Swiss Model 1990 bayonet, scabbard and frog for the SIG 550 series is available in the online auction. This excellent condition SG 550-2 SP is sure to be the prized centerpiece of any modern marital arms collection as its quality is truly second to none. (23B9787-15) {MODERN} (8,000/12,000)

Handsome Colt Model 1878 Double Action Revolver

Lot #277 (Sale Order 277 of 601)

serial #31022, 45 Colt, 7 1/2'' barrel with an a bright very fine bore which shows sharp rifling and is mostly bright but with some scattered light oxidation staining or perhaps light pitting. A very handsome revolver in a lovely state of condition, the metal surfaces retain about 97% original nickel, the loss being a bit of light holster rub atop the topstrap and a bit of light flaking on the ejector rod housing outer edge. There are the expected very sparsely scattered, very light handling marks or light scratches here and there with a couple rub marks on the right of the frame which do not breech the nickel. The trigger retains some very lovely strong fire blue, as-does the spine of the hammer, its bright polished sides showing some light toning and speckling on the right but the left remaining mostly brilliant; many of the screws exhibit some strong trace fire blue, others are vibrant. The lanyard loop is intact and is a gray case-hardened patina and the checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate fine with good checkering, nice Rampant Colts in the panels and perhaps a minor scratch or handling mark here and there; they are pencil-numbered ''22'' on their interior. Both the frame and loading gate are matching in assembly number and the gun has minor timing issues, occasionally working properly, occasionally failing to index. Really a very handsome-looking 1892-manufactured 1878 double action very seldom encountered in such a very fine to excellent state of condition. (39752-1) {ANTIQUE} [Mike DeSantis Collection] (4000/6000)

Schoonover Colt Firearms Co Advertising Print ''Tex and Patches''

Lot #278 (Sale Order 278 of 601)

This is an original, very nice, large-size Chromolithograph print of the famous 1925 painting by Artist Frank Schoonover. Colt Patent Firearms Manufacturing used Frank Schoonover’s depiction of a Western marshal extensively in advertising of all kinds for years, the depiction today very iconic of the time when the West was wild, and of the men who tamed it. Purportedly “Tex Randerson” was the model for our marshal, seen silhouetted against the great Western sky, turned slightly rearward to the right, surveying the vista around him, right foot out of the stirrup to better gain his visage. His silver star pokes out from beneath his blue bandana on the left breast of his vest, his Colt Single Action Army with carved steerhead mother-of-pearls rides snugly in its Mexican jockstrap holster. The depiction remains very vivid and the original May 11, 1926-dated promotional letter on Artist Frank Schoonover letterhead addressed to the Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Mfg. Co. is included, detailing his inspiration for the painting and describing the man and the mount. Drawing from his experiences in Colorado and Montana, Schoonover said of his subjects: “Tex was a foreman and was one of the greatest long-distance riders of his time..... When Tex had an especially hard section to ride, he always picked out “Patches”, a rawboned surefooted cayuse. .....he was ewe-necked and raw-boned but almost human when it was necessary to find a trail or get to camp on a black night.”. The print proper measures 19 5/8” wide and was trimmed slightly along its bottom, now measuring 32” at one edge and 32 1/8” at the other, leaving only the vestiges of the top portion of Schoonover’s signature, this example without the Colt’s Patent markings, but again, with the “Colt letter” included on the rear of the framing; the print is properly textured lightly over its face. Interestingly, the rear of the print shows the ghost of an antique framing, the backpiece showing an acid transfer image from when it was originally mounted years ago with a packing crate backing from “The Shredded Wheat Company” of Niagara Falls NY, that firm being active from 1904 to December of 1928 when it was purchased by the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), who then changed the name. The included Colt – Schoonover letter is glued to an antique piece of fibre board as well with 1920s-era patent dates imprinted. The frame itself is handsome with black lacquer edging and crackled faux walnut façade with a small gold-toned edge bead, measuring 32 3/16” wide by 43 3/8” tall and is very attractively double matted with burgundy and textured eggshell mats. Schoonover had said of Randerson in the promotional letter to Colt: “Tex and Patches just naturally made pictures when they were together and it was always pretty fine to see them up on some little butte, horse and rider outlined against the sky"; that is clearly the pastoral image seen here, that would become the very face of the Colt Patent Firearms Company for years in both English and Spanish languages. Clearly “THE” Colt print to be had by the serious Western or Colt collector, indispensable in any gun room, den or collection of such arms, no such collection being complete without one. [Due to size and glass, extra shipping will apply] (3D9689-1) (1800/2200)

Colt U.S. Model 1873 Single Action Army Artillery Model Revolver

Lot #279 (Sale Order 279 of 601)

serial #5841, 45 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright very good bore which shows strong rifling with scattered oxidation and scattered light pitting, a few spots near the breech may be a bit more moderate. The barrel and ejector rod housing show about 98% later, excellent quality blue with some very light muzzle wear, a few very light handling marks and the barrel address remaining fully readable. The cylinder retains perhaps 85-90% later quality blue, with wear to pewter in spots, some scattered light oxidation and a few spots of light pinprick pitting. The triggerguard, frontstrap and backstrap all show the same excellent quality restored blue, efforts have been made on the triggerguard to match the factory polish patterns, the backstrap shows some wear at the butt and atop the knuckle. The frame retains about 97% later good quality color case-hardening, likely cyanide and not bone and charcoal however, as the colors are not quite correct. They are brilliant nonetheless and all of the screws are replacements or have been neatly dressed and have bright blue. The left side ''U.S.'' marking remains strong with Ainsworth ''A'' on the underside of the barrel and one on the cylinder which is rather deeply struck and may be a later addition, the cylinder is clearly numbered to the gun properly in the appropriate font which matches the characters on the arm perfectly. The triggerguard stamping shows some characters that do not match fonts precisely, the numeral 5 and 4 are slightly different, the balance of the figures match however, and inspection with a loupe reveals that the numeral 8 is over stamped an identical number ''8'' beneath, it may be that this number was merely re-stamped over the old number that was obliterated during the refinish. The smooth one piece walnut grip rates very good as refinished many years ago, there is no discernible number within the backstrap inletting and no remnants of cartouche due to the refinish and sanding. As-mentioned numbers are matching on barrel, frame, cylinder, backstrap and now, triggerguard, which appears to have been original anyway. A quick check of Springfield Research Service shows no hits around this arm's serial number, but interestingly 5740 was issued to Troop I, 7th Cavalry in 1888, 5743 was issued to Co. H, 7th Cavalry, and is listed as ''damaged'' June 25, 1876 (the day of the battle) and number 5946, 105 numbers away, was ''turned in'' by Sioux Whirling White Head in September 1876. The left side of the triggerguard is slightly proud of the frame, and slightly proud at its fit with the butt, the arm does function properly mechanically albeit lockup is a bit loose. An early arm, manufactured in 1874, this remains a very attractive example post-refinish and undoubtedly a veteran of the Indian Wars. (3C9670-507) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Rare Remington Hepburn No. 3 Special Order Heavy Target Rifle

Lot #280 (Sale Order 280 of 601)

serial #9267, 40-70 Sharps Straight, 33" very heavy octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel is marked on the top flat with the "REMINGTON ARMS CO., ILION N.Y." address and is very heavy measuring 1.490" across the flats giving the rifle an overall weight of 19 1/2 pounds. The barrel is much larger than the frame and is nicely chamfered at the breech to meet the action. The rifle has matching serial numbers on the tang, barrel, end grain of forend, end grain of buttstock and inside buttplate. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with just light thinning and silvering on the edges. The action retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite vivid with just a couple very fine and light abrasions on the left side of action. The rifle is equipped with factory adjustable double set triggers and is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rea barrel sight and a long staff graduated tang mounted peepsight is in place. The checkered rounded pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate excellent with nice figure in the butt and with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. This rifle has a beautiful mix of extreme rarity and very high condition, always a desirable combination for the collector. The rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 232 and 233. This is a superb Hepburn rifle suitable for the advanced Remington or American single shot rifle collector. (1D9790-78) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (7000/9000)

Wonderful Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting and Target Rifle with Freund Patent Sights

Lot #281 (Sale Order 281 of 601)

serial #1193, 45-70, 26" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely Hepburn retains about 95-96% original blue with most of the loss due to overall scattered light freckling, some tiny specks of minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The E. Remington & Sons address remains crisp and clear and the underside of the barrel is stamped with caliber designation "45.70". The action retains about 96% stunning vibrant case-hardened colors muting slightly along the tangs and bow of the triggerguard along with some scattered mild brown speckling and generous amounts of protective lacquer. The lever, buttplate and steel schnabel forend tip also retain a generous amount of case-hardened colors, still quite vibrant with some toning to pleasant smoky gray. The breechblock retains about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking to gray-brown while the hammer, trigger and screw heads retain most of their lovely brilliant fire blue. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing some areas darkening slightly from the years, the left side butt showing a small curved dent and three small 3/4" abrasions near the buttplate that are mostly unobtrusive, along with some other light handling marks. The checkering remains crisp and the stocks and buttplate are matching the rifle. The rifle is sighted with a wonderful "More Light"-style semi-buckhorn leaf sight with diamond aperture neatly hand-engraved along the spring "Freunds / PAT / 1880", the sight retains most of its brilliant fire blue and the range settings are rather wide, the left side of the ladder engraved with a large "2", "5" and "1000" at the top. The front sight is a modified German silver blade and is unmarked but identical to other known Freund models. The barrel is matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is listed in the rifle survey by serial number in Remington's No. 3 Hepburn by Rowe though the sights are not mentioned. An excellent No. 3 rifle with a fine and desirable set of Freund sights. (13D9790-62) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (4000/6000)

Very Fine Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting and Target Rifle

Lot #282 (Sale Order 282 of 601)

serial #6290, 40 2 1/2, 28" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 96-97% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered light freckling, a few light dings along the edges and some faint toning to plum-brown under bright light. The action retains about 97% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing some areas of very faint muting mostly along the lower tang and a little bit of mild gray-brown speckling. The buttplate retains about 90% vibrant colors toning to silvery gray around the edges while the lever is a smoky gray case-hardened patina and the nosecap is an attractive silvery case-hardened patina. The breechblock retains about 98% original bright blue and the remaining small parts retain strong fire blue, the finish on the rear sight particularly brilliant. The E. Remington & Sons barrel address remains crisp and clear and the barrel is matching the frame. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of original oil finish showing some lightly chipped points, a very tiny drying crack forming at the upper tang and some scattered light dings. Interestingly it appears the gun was struck with some birdshot as there are about eight small dents on the left side butt and bottom of the pistolgrip and one on the comb line that still has a piece of lead shot embedded in it! The stocks and buttplate are matching the frame and the fit remains excellent. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight, small German silver blade front and an unmarked period tang sight with wide aperture disc and no range markings. The action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured on pages 48 and 49 in Remington's No. 3 Hepburn by Rowe, there is a typographical error as the serial number is listed as "6390" but it is undoubtedly this rifle and admittedly the "2" on the tang could be misconstrued as a "3". The author notes the unusual tang sight and speculates that it is not a Remington factory offering. A wonderful example of these fine Remington sporting rifles. (13C9790-79) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (3500/5000)

Rare Samuel Adams Patent Combination Break-Open Sporting Percussion Rifle-Shotgun

Lot #283 (Sale Order 283 of 601)

serial #17, .42 cal./16 ga., 30 1/2'' rifle barrel insert and 30'' shotgun barrel, with a bright very fine to excellent rifle bore which shows some very sparsely scattered very light oxidation staining or perhaps a sparse pit here or there. The shotgun barrel rates very good with scattered light pitting, its chamber insert is not present. These very well-made guns were the brainchild of Samuel Adams, gunsmith of Troy, New York, previously Springfield Mass., likely later Battle Creek Michigan, located in Troy 1839-40, the patent for this very interesting and well-thought-out combination gun having been issued in 1838. The part octagon part round barrel shows what is likely original plum brown, its full-length, with toning to pewter on the sharp edges, and the scattered light dings or handling marks here and there. The barrel is fitted with a simple post-style silver blade front sight and a sheet of German silver riveted to the rear sight dovetail base, which is likely a later repair. It features nice turned medial at the point of transition and is marked ''Samuel Adams Patent'' near the breech to the rear of the sight. The frame is rather interesting and incorporates two 5'' arms left and right upon-which the barrel pivots for breechloading of the auxiliary chambers which hold the powder charge for both rifled and smoothbore barrels. There is a back-action lock and the base frame for the entire assembly has a spring-loaded thumb catch which engages a hooked protrusion at the breech of the barrel, locking the barrel-to-frame securely. There is the very lightest, loosest open foliate engraving with very rudimentary gamebirds and a semi-fancy scroll-like sideplate, with ''Troy NY'' on the right pivot arm. The bow of the iron triggerguard shows a running hare and the tang of the smooth buttplate shows a running sporting dog. The American walnut buttstock rates very good to fine with some added varnish and the expected dings and handling marks from the years, showing some very lovely grain figure. The forend shows more wear and rates very good with the same added finish, with a German silver forend tip and lightly engraved German silver band at its rear. The chamber insert for the rifle barrel only is present, it, the barrel retention nut and the removable insert are numbered ''17'', as-is the side of the barrel itself, there is no discernible number on the frame but it doubtless is present were the arm to be disassembled. Barrel lockup is tight and the mechanism seems to function as-designed and what is likely an antique replacement ramrod is present. The printed text of the original patent is included. This arm is pictured on pages 58-59 of The New York State Firearms Trade, volume 1 © 2003 Rowe. An ingenious and well-made Troy New York gun from this competent maker. (3C9670-167) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2500)

Rare Samuel Adams Patent Combination Break-Open Sporting Percussion Rifle-Shotgun

Lot #284 (Sale Order 284 of 601)

serial #14, .48 cal,/12 ga., 29 1/2'' rifle barrel insert and 28 5/8'' shotgun barrel, with a bright very fine rifled barrel showing sharp rifling and with scattered light frosting and some very light pitting in the grooves. The shotgun barrel rates about very good showing perhaps a bit more light oxidation and light pitting. There is no chamber insert present for either shotgun or rifle barrel (replacements would be extremely simple to make for any modern gunsmith with machinery). The barrel shows remnants of a damascus twist pattern its full-length, now primarily a pewter gray patina, with scattered light oxidation staining and some light pitting. It features a simple bead style front sight and a scant v-notch rear and is neatly marked ''Samuel Adams Patent'' to the rear of the sight. The balance of the metal surfaces are similar with light oxidation staining and overall very simplistic foliate engraving, the back action lockplate maker marked with ''Troy NY'' on the right barrel pivot arm. There is light foliate engraving on the long buttplate tang with gamebirds at the very heel and a bit of engraving on the bow of the triggerguard. The American black walnut stock rates very good with much original varnish and the expected light dings and handling marks from a field-used arm, a small divot at the point of comb. The forend is similar showing a bit more wear with a small chip forming at its rear, which may have been re-applied. There is a lightly engraved German silver nosecap and a lightly engraved German silver ferrule encircling the rear of the forearm. The lock functions well mechanically, the gun locks up tightly and a brass-tipped steel ramrod is included, which may be original equipment although it fits the thimbles sloppily. The barrel insert and barrel proper are both numbered alike. Samuel Adams started off in Springfield Massachusetts, later moving to Troy New York, there is speculation as to whether he is the ''Samuel Adams'' that later lived in Battle Creek Michigan but it is surmised they are one and the same. A very attractive example of these innovative percussion arms. (39670-164) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2500)

Remington Hepburn No. 3 Short Range Creedmoor "C" Grade Rifle

Lot #285 (Sale Order 285 of 601)

serial #221, .38-45 Rem. Special, 28" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely handsome rifle which is equipped with a period full-length Malcolm telescopic sight in original adjustable mounts. This is an early rifle which bears the "E. REMINGTON & SONS" address on top flat of barrel. The rifle has matching numbers on the tang, barrel and end grain of buttstock, the forend is numbered "883". Both stocks are of English walnut and they match in color, grain and condition and both fit perfectly. The rifle is configured with a checkered horn shotgun buttplate and matching horn forend tip. The condition of the rifle is very fine with the barrel retaining 97% original blue overall with one area of light oxidation staining on the left side of the barrel at muzzle. The frame retains 95% original color case-hardened finish which has just ever so slightly toned and remains quite vivid. There are a couple dings in the top edge of the action to left of breechblock. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The scope is mounted with a windage adjustable front mount in the front sight dovetail and an elevation adjustable rear mount in an added dovetail just ahead of the frame; the rear sight dovetail is presently vacant. The condition of the scope is excellent with 95% original brown finish with Malcolm's maker mark on top of scope at rear mount. The optics are a little dirty but the crosshairs are fully intact. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 124 & 125. This is a very handsome scoped Hepburn rifle. (1D9670-13) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)

Rare Special Order Winchester Model 1885 Semi-Deluxe High Wall Rifle

Lot #286 (Sale Order 286 of 601)

serial #83650, 38-55, 30'' half octagon half round barrel with an excellent bore. This is a rare factory double set trigger rifle manufactured in 1899, it is all-parts-matching with ''768 XX'' on the interior of the lower tang and ''768'' marked on the interior of the buttstock and buttplate. The no. 3 weight barrel retains perhaps 98% plus original blue with some slight thinning and edge wear along the octagon portion and at the muzzle, the two-line address and caliber marking remain crisp. The lever has toned to gunmetal gray with nice remnants of case-hardened color, the frame retains near 99% original blue with some small blemishes and the beginnings of some edge wear and thinning along the tang, there are very light scratches that do not penetrate the surface with all factory markings remaining strong. The smooth finely-figured XX Grade walnut stock and forend with ebony inlay are very good as having some added varnish, two small repairs both sides of the wrist at the frame, a non-flexing superficial crack near the tip of the top tang and another around the toe. There are the expected tiny chips and handling marks from the years with awesome feathercrotch figure throughout, all the aforementioned blemishes do very little to detract from the beauty of the wood and are for the most part unobtrusive and hard-to-spot. The rifle is equipped with special order Lyman No. 47 Windgauge adjustable aperture sight mounted on the tang and a rear sporting sight and a Lyman globe front sight. (22C9719-1) {C&R} (3000/5000)

Very Fine Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Off-Hand Target Rifle

Lot #287 (Sale Order 287 of 601)

serial #18689, 25-20 Single Shot, 25 3/4" part round part octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of light pitting and oxidation ahead of the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 98% excellent quality period rust blue showing just a hint of mild fading to gray patina under bright light and a couple of small dings along the left side. There are four expertly filled holes, two ahead of the breech and two about 8" back from the muzzle, no doubt originally intended for mounting a long telescopic sight. The Remington Arms Co. address remains crisp and clear and the underside is marked with the cartridge designation. The frame, schnabel forend tip and Schuetzen buttplate retain about 94% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to an area of flaking toning to mild gray-brown patina along the right edge of the frame also showing some scattered light handling marks and mild overall clouding. The small parts retain about 98% original bright blue showing some very fine flaking, the action pins show strong straw color and the five patent dates on the left side frame remain crisp and clear. The sights retain about 90% original bright blue showing some mild flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend remain in very fine condition showing a light period-added varnish that is crazing slightly along with some scattered light dings and handling marks and they retain excellent fit to the frame. There is a 1" piece of walnut neatly inletted behind the lower tang, the checkering remains intact and strong and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap is taking on a mild brown tone. The buttstock and buttplate are un-numbered, the tangs are assembly-numbered "1221", the barrel and forend are "18689" and the front sight is also numbered "623". The action seems to function well mechanically and the rifle is sighted with a spirit level globe front sight with fine post insert and a short range Vernier tang sight; there is one more extra hole beneath the tang sight. This rifle is featured in Marcot's Remington Rolling Block book on page 269. A very attractive and interesting example for the advanced Remington collector. (13C9670-131) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting and Target Rifle

Lot #288 (Sale Order 288 of 601)

serial #8890, 38-40 Remington-Hepburn, 28" octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered very light pitting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 70-75% fading original blue with areas toning to mild gray patina and showing some sparsely scattered light dings and areas of cleaned minor oxidation staining. The action retains about 85-90% case-hardened colors quite vibrant along the sides and protected areas around the triggerguard that still show some protective lacquer, with areas muting to gray and showing some mild freckling. The hammer and breechblock retain about 95% original bright blue showing some mild thinning and the sides of the trigger and many of the screw heads show nice fire blue. The front surface of the trigger has been thinned out slightly and the frame shows a 1" welded repair running from the top edge to the uppermost screw. The barrel shows crisp Remington Arms Co. address and is marked "38 40" ahead of the forend tip. The rifle is fitted with a brass Swiss buttplate that has toned to a nice ocher patina and has the correct shape and style but the profile as it meets the stock is slightly different. The buttplate is un-numbered but appears to be factory. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and smooth schnabel forend with ebony tip insert are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original finish that is thinning somewhat along the forend, there is a small ding and scuff along the toe line and some other minor handling marks. The stocks show nice raised grain and the checkering remains crisp. There is a brass-filled hole in the bottom of the forend just ahead of the action, probably where some type of palm rest was once affixed. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight, German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive late-style Hepburn with some strong condition. (13B9721-9) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Interesting Engraved Remington No. 4 Rolling Block Rifle with Heavy Silver-Plated Brass Forend

Lot #289 (Sale Order 289 of 601)

serial #J216672, 22 RF, 22 1/2" octagon barrel with a good bore showing light pitting and oxidation in the grooves with good rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 95-96% original blue showing some mild high edge wear, light handling marks and a small area of old oxidation staining with a couple tiny pinprick pits along the right side. The frame and forend retain about 98% fine period silver finish showing some very mild thinning along the high edges of the frame, some thinning along the forend to mellow brass and the silver has taken on a very attractive tarnish overall. The action is embellished with very fine quality engraving in near full coverage that appears to be factory quality in every respect showing finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with punch-dot shading. There are patches of fine punch-dots along the bottom of the action and sides of the triggerguard along with a fancy "L" in a shield behind the hammer and the bow of the triggerguard is neatly engraved in script "S. R. Large / 1916". The forend is similarly embellished with panels of attractive foliate scrollwork along either side, fine stippling along the bottom and tip, flower petals around the screw hole and the remaining surfaces with an interesting wavy fine line pattern. The forend appears to be unmarked both externally and internally. The hammer and breechblock retain about 90% original blue showing light high edge and operational wear and the takedown lever has been replaced with a floral-engraved screw. The walnut buttstock is a more modern nicely-fitted replacement with a small checkered panel on either side of the wrist and remains in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks. The grooved steel buttplate shows a full blued finish and is secured by two Phillips head screws and the replacement buttstock screw is actually beneath the tang sight which is now secured only by the single forward screw. The front sight is a Lyman target globe retaining about 90% original bright blue with some scattered oxidation staining, the rear is a Lyman peep in similar condition with wide aperture insert and the rear sight dovetail on the barrel remains vacant. The action seems to function well mechanically. Cursory research does not reveal any "S. R. Large" of note but further study may prove interesting. A very fine and ornate little No. 4 for the advanced Remington collector. (13E9670-537) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3500/5000)

Scarce U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver

Lot #290 (Sale Order 290 of 601)

serial #1738, 44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a partially bright fair-good bore showing scattered light pitting and some moderate oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered small areas of old oxidation staining, some light pitting along the right side barrel and a few old dings along the cylinder edges. There are some areas of good original bright blue adjacent to the hammer and behind the recoil shield. Some of the screw heads show light to perhaps moderate slot wear and the hammer and latch show strong silvery case-hardened patina. The barrel address and patent dates remain completely intact and strong along with the proper "U.S." stamp on the rear rib, small "A" on the cylinder flute, left side topstrap and frame and small "P" on the right side bottom edge of barrel and behind the right side recoil shield. The smooth walnut grips remain in good condition, the right panel showing some neatly repaired small chips and thin crack near the base along with some scattered light dings and edge wear. The grip fit to the frame remains quite nice overall, the right panel is appropriately stamp-numbered to the gun and the left shows the faintest ghostly outline of the boxed cartouche. Barrel-to-frame fit shows some moderate play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up a little loose. This revolver is listed by serial number in the survey of known government-purchased No. 3 revolvers and remains a good example of a rare and desirable arm for the advanced U.S. martial or Smith & Wesson collector. (13C9474-72) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (2500/4000)

Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Mid-Range Rifle

Lot #291 (Sale Order 291 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Spot of light pitting left barrel

serial #17144, 40 2 1/2", 30" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice honest rifle that remains in a very nice state of preservation. The caliber marking was originally "CAL 40 1 7/8" but has had "2 1/2" added directly adjacent to the original length marking. This looks to us to be a factory change. The rifle shows matching serial numbers on the barrel, frame, end-grain of forend and buttstock. The barrel shows the proper Bridgeport address, bears the "Old Reliable" moniker and retains 98% original blue finish overall. The frame retains its original hard rubber panels and shows over 90% original color case hardened finish which has softened but remains visible overall and shows some scattered specks of light oxidation staining. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and schnabel tipped forend are of highly figured walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and perhaps a little added light oil. The checkering remains sharp and the original hard rubber grip cap is excellent with no chips. The checkered shotgun style buttplate appears to be of horn and shows the Sharps Rifle Company initials in center panel. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, R.S. Lawrence sporting rear and a mid-range Vernier peepsight mounted in integral tang. A fine and very honest Mid-Range Borchardt rifle. (1D9670-21) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/7000)

Early Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Vent Hole Revolver

Lot #292 (Sale Order 292 of 601)

serial #161, 44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a fair bore showing moderate oxidation and pitting throughout with somewhat worn but good rifling. The metal surfaces of this revolver have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of old oxidation staining, minor light pitting and a few small dings mostly along the edges of the cylinder. There are some old light scratches along the cylinder and screw holes, the screw heads showing light slot wear. The hammer shows some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and the barrel address and patent dates remain completely intact and quite strong. The revolver wears an attractive set of smooth antique ivory grips that rate very good showing moderate age crackling and toning to a rich patina with some mild shrinkage and the right panel showing a repaired chip at the toe and small chip on the base. The grips are un-numbered and the other parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit shows light play and the action seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lock-up a little loose. A good example of an early desirable Smith with a lot of character. (13C9474-67) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (2500/3500)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model American Revolver

Lot #293 (Sale Order 293 of 601)

serial #7646, 44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this early second model have mostly toned to a medium gray and mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered smoothed-over light pitting and small dings. The screw heads show light slot wear and there are generous amounts of original bright blue along the barrel rib and sides of the hinge. The hammer and latch retain a little bit of silvery case-hardened patina and the barrel address and patent dates remain completely intact and quite crisp. The smooth walnut grips remain in good condition showing a small notch on the left panel, some light dents on the edge of the right panel, overall handling marks and the left panel thinned out slightly along the front edge. The right panel is appropriately stamp-numbered to the gun and the remaining parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little minor play, the half cock notch is worn and the action otherwise remains functional with generally good lock-up and timing a little off when cocked slowly. (13B9474-83) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver

Lot #294 (Sale Order 294 of 601)

serial #3671, 44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a bright very good plus to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of faint oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this transitional-style revolver retains perhaps 20% original bright blue strongest along the right side with the balance flaked to a mottled gray-brown patina showing some overall light pitting and small dings. The 1.423" long cylinder is mostly gray-brown showing a few moderate small dings and some light pitting. The frame retains about 70% original bright blue with the balance toned similar to the other parts again with some areas of light pitting and scattered moderate dings along the edges. The screw heads and holes show moderate wear overall and the single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and legible. The hammer retains a generous amount of vibrant case-hardened colors, the triggerguard toning to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The revolver is fitted with a handsome pair of smooth antique ivory grips that rate very fine showing some lovely age crackling throughout and toning to a rich patina, the right panel shows shallow chips along the bottom edge and base that are unobtrusive. The grips are un-numbered and fit the frame very well and the barrel, cylinder and latch are matching the frame by serial number. The lanyard hole shows a large factory filler screw and barrel-to-frame fit shows moderate play. This example is equipped with the notched hammer and the action remains functional with solid timing and lock-up, the extractor system will require a little mechanical attention as the barrel gets stuck forward on the ejector lever when opened to its full extent, the lever must be manually pushed back to free the barrel for closing. A very good First Model American for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B9474-79) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1200/1800)

Savage Model 1899-B Lever Action Rifle

Lot #295 (Sale Order 295 of 601)

serial #73.280, 303 Savage, 26" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this 1907- manufactured rifle retains about 98% beautiful original even high polish bright blue with a few small spots of oxidation staining and a small 1 inch skip line scratch on the right side barrel flat near the muzzle. The receiver retains about 95% original blue with some oxidation streaking visible under bright light, mostly located on the underside carry point of the receiver and scattered tiny scratches throughout. The lever displays some nice case-hardening on the sides with the bottom having toned to a pleasing smooth gray patina with vibrant colors in the protected areas. The action is very smooth and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. The stock and forearm rate near excellent and retain the original finish with the expected scattered light scratches and minor handling marks. The buttstock has a small chip at the toe and there is a 3/4" tight non flexing crack on the left side of the fore end tip. The rifle is sighted with the optional and desirable Model 21B fully adjustable rear sight and the Sheards patent No.9B copper bead front sight. A wonderful early 99-B that has been well cared for these past 100 plus years. (25A9908-11) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Exceptionally Nice Winchester Model 1866 Rifle

Lot #296 (Sale Order 296 of 601)

serial #170096, 44 RF, 24'' round barrel with an unusually nice, bright about excellent bore, which shows a few very sparsely scattered very light spots of oxidation or the very sparse, very light pinprick pit here or there, but which was clearly very well-cared-for. The barrel and magazine tube of this excellent Fourth Model rifle retain perhaps 95-97% original blue, showing some even toning and light wear on the sharp edges at the muzzle and magazine tube hanger, the nosecap still showing some very nice blue, wearing to pewter on its left side. The frame shows nice sharp edges and an ochre patina with what appears to be extremely light striations from a steel-wool buffing years ago, no doubt by some well-meaning individual trying to ''brighten up'' grandpas '66 rifle. As-mention however all of the edges are crisp, the caliber marking on carrier remains crisp and the gun is starting to reacquire a nice patina, retaining the few extremely light handling marks that verify the arm was not actually ''cleaned'', the areas around the root of the lever and the radii of the flats showing an original dark deep ochre patina where the brass was not touched. The hammer and lever are a nice smooth plum patina, with the lever showing some trace colors on the left flat and at its root, with a bit of colors along the spine of the hammer and left side at the frame, the loading gate with some trace fire blue. The walnut buttstock rates very fine with much original varnish, light dings and handling marks from the years, and excellent edges proud of the metal. The buttplate shows some smoky remnants of case-hardening and some light oxidation staining. The forend rates fine showing perhaps a bit more wear and a bit of light play as it has shrunken slightly from the years, it actually exhibits some nice grain and the wood remains proud of the metal as well. The original silver blade front sight is intact as is the Rocky Mountain rear which shows some very nice original blue. The gun functions well mechanically and is a really wonderful example of the Fourth Model Yellowboy Winchester '66. (3F9908-18) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)

Excellent Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Musket

Lot #297 (Sale Order 297 of 601)

serial #570864B, 44 WCF, 30" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this wonderful 1903-made musket retain about 97-98% original blue showing a few scattered very light dings along its length and left side near the muzzle, one tiny spot of minor pinprick pitting on the right side below the front sight and a little mild freckling. The action retains a similar amount of lovely original bright blue with most of the loss due to a few small areas of very light pinprick pitting along some of the high edges and dust cover, a little flaking to gray-brown patina along the top and some mild handling marks. The barrel bands and rear sling swivel retain about 95% original blue showing some light flaking to gray-brown patina and some light scuffs along the rear band. The lever, hammer, buttplate and lever lock retain about 97% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors showing some very light oxidation staining and muting to mild gray along the buttplate along with a small unobtrusive ding at the right edge of the lever with otherwise strong protective lacquer. The loading gate and rear sight spring retain all of their brilliant fire blue and the screw heads remain very clean, many of them also showing fine fire blue. The cartridge lifter has toned to a nice ocher patina and retains crisp caliber markings, all other markings likewise remaining intact and crisp. The plain walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining much of their original oil finish, there is a small, perhaps moderate, dent on the right side forend 3" back from the rear band and there are some smaller dings along the edges and some mild striations along the right side forend all of these being very unobtrusive, the buttstock also with some minor handling marks. Stock fit remains excellent and the butt contains five original cleaning rod segments. The original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A top-shelf 1873 musket that would make an excellent addition to any advanced Winchester collection. (13C9899-25) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #298 (Sale Order 298 of 601)

serial #152146, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and an about good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with good rifling throughout and a bit more moderate pitting at the muzzle. The barrel and magazine of this 1879-made fourth model rifle have mostly toned to a mix of pewter gunmetal and mild brown patina showing some sparsely scattered remnants of fine pitting, mostly smoothed-over from the years, and a few scattered light dings, a couple perhaps a bit more moderate at the tip of the magazine. The barrel address and patent dates remain completely intact and strong, the address itself actually quite crisp. The lever and hammer have mostly toned to a medium gray patina, the lever with a few spots of old minor pitting and showing some nice silvery case-hardened patina in the protected areas, and the hammer with some good vibrant colors along the protected face. Some of the screw heads show some light slot wear and the trigger spring still retains a generous amount of fire blue. The brass frame has taken on a lovely rich ocher patina showing some scattered old mild scratches, specks of discoloration and some minor verdigris staining along the edges where it meets the stock. The edges remain strong and well-defined and the sideplate fit is excellent. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing a thin 1 1/8" crack at the upper tang and scattered smoothed-over darkened abrasions from the years. There is what appears to be a series of ghostly letters scratched along the left side forend but they are illegible and the metal-to-wood fit remains very good. The serial number on the lower tang remains strong and the interior lower tang shows a series of stamped assembly numbers "65 68 1292" and the stock and buttplate are stamped matching with the "68" assembly number. The rifle is equipped with steel buttplate, two factory tang sight holes and the left side receiver shows factory-filled saddle ring holes. The rifle is sighted with semi-buckhorn rear sporting sight and German silver blade front that has been slightly regulated during the period of use. The lever rests snugly against the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the particulars of the rifle and a hand-written letter by Winchester collector Norman A. Vegely in which he describes the general features of the rifle. A solid honest 1866 rifle with some respectable character. (13C9739-2) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

Fine and Rare British Percussion Match Rifle by John Rigby

Lot #299 (Sale Order 299 of 601)

serial #14166, .451 caliber, 34" round barrel with Rigby flats and a bright excellent bore. This is a fabulous rifle and is the type used by the Irish during the long-range matches against the Americans at Creedmoor and Dollymount in 1874 and 1875. This rifle dates to 1873 or 1874 and may well have been used in these matches. It conforms to Creedmoor rules with a single standard trigger and the rifle weighs exactly 10 pounds with the long-range sight installed. It is interesting that the Irish team who shot Rigby percussion rifles were competing against Americans who were almost exclusively shooting Remington and Sharps breechloaders. The top of the barrel is engraved "John Rigby & Co. Dublin & London" and the lock is engraved "Jno Rigby & Co.". There is no engraving or embellishments on the rifle, it was built with one purpose, to perform at the target. The quality is exactly as we would expect from this world class gunmaker and the condition is fabulous. The barrel retains 90 - 95% original blue overall with the only loss due to light even thinning. The lock, barrel breech and tang show about 95% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite colorful. The bolster has handsome curved flash shield and has its original clean out screw in place. The checkered English walnut stock shows nice figure and rates excellent with horn gripcap, forend tip and a coarsely checkered steel shotgun buttplate. The stock retains 95% original finish and shows just normal light handling marks, sharp checkering with just a couple of light dings in the forend checkering flattening several points. Stock edges are crisp and the dropper points are very well defined. The triggerguard retains about 40% bright original blue and the case color on the triggerplate is bright. The stock has a heel position base which is precisely inlet on three screw base that follows the contour of the comb. This fabulous rifle shows no alterations of any kind and comes with its original and very rare cased set of long-range sights. The long-range staff is numbered to the rifle, the front windgauge with spirit level appears original in all respects and extra front sight inserts are included along with tiny adjustment turnscrew and wrench. The case is correct and original and rates very good plus to excellent. Also included is the original false muzzle which is numbered to the gun and is secured by a small stud on barrel similarly to a socket bayonet. A superb example of these extremely high quality Irish percussion target rifles from the Golden Age of long range competitive shooting. Investment quality and worthy of the finest collection of single shot or target rifles. (1F9670-50) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)

Scarce Colt Model 1855 Half Stock Sporting Rifle

Lot #300 (Sale Order 300 of 601)

serial #1322, .36 cal, 31 1/4" round barrel with a good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle show evidence of an old cleaning, having now mostly toned to a silvery pewter patina showing somewhat softened edges, scattered remnants of smoothed-over light pitting, some scattered light dings and an area of brown freckling along the left side barrel. The hammer shows what appears to be an older reapplied plum-brown finish over smoky case-hardened colors. The topstrap address has softened somewhat but remains legible and the patent mark in the cylinder flute is partially intact. The checkered deluxe walnut buttstock and forend with German silver tip and wedge escutcheons remain in about good condition, the buttstock having broken through the wrist at some point and showing a number of extensive repairs with camouflaged areas of filler around the tangs, where the stock meets the frame and along the wrist. The repair job was competently executed though there are cracks starting to form once again and a good wood man could perhaps do some more work to neaten it up. The forend is mostly devoid of finish and shows a repaired thin crack along its left side and some scattered old dings. Most of the checkering along the wrist actually remains intact and the buttock shows some very attractive grain figure along the toe line. There is a plain brass pendulum-style patchbox that has toned to a deep ocher patina along the right side butt, it is somewhat rudimentary and was no doubt added long ago. This example is equipped with the hinged sporting rear sight and German silver blade front, fancy triggerguard and buttplate with removable screw cover to house a cleaning rod extension. An antique replacement hickory ramrod with brass tip is included, it is rather bent as there is a repaired crack near the tip. Matching serial numbers are found on the lower tang, barrel, triggerguard, cylinder and buttplate and the action remains functional with generally good timing and lock-up quite loose. Included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the particulars of the rifle. This is a good example of a scarce and desirable sporting rifle for the Colt collector. (13C9739-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #301 (Sale Order 301 of 601)

serial #318432, 375 H&H Magnum, 25'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain near 99% original blue with some handling marks mostly found near the muzzle. The bolt body is bright with a matching serial number DC-penciled on the underside with the knob showing the faintest hints of dark pewter. The checkered walnut pistolgrip low comb stock is excellent with the factory Winchester red pad slightly-darkened from the years but remaining pliable. This 1954 rifle is sighted with a Winchester 70B rollover rear sight and a hooded brass bead front. A solid and honest ''Pre-Alaskan'' for the discerning collector or serious big game hunter. (22B9789-54) {C&R} (3500/5000)

Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #302 (Sale Order 302 of 601)

serial #181389, 22 Hornet, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original blue, there is some light wear on and around the muzzle area and a few minor handling marks and some faint edge wear here-or-there. The interior of the floorplate is properly marked with an ''H'', the bolt knob is toning to dull silver and the underside of the bolt body is correctly-numbered to the gun. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo-style stock is near excellent with some varnish added some time ago and scattered very light handling marks. The rear barrel slot is filled with a blank, the front hood has been removed to accommodate a Marbles 50W-style serrated blade with brass bead and a Lyman 48WJS aperture sight is mounted to the receiver. A great Pre '64 varmint rifle manufactured in 1951. (22B9789-68) {C&R} (2500/3500)

Winchester Pre-War Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #303 (Sale Order 303 of 601)

serial #26826, 300 H&H Magnum, 26'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 98% original blue with some slight wear at the muzzle and just a few scattered light handling marks. The Super Grade on the floorplate and all other factory markings remain crisp, the bolt body with matching serial number on the underside is bright and the knob shows the faintest hint of dark pewter. The wraparound checkered walnut pistolgrip stock with left-side cheekpiece and ebony tip is very good plus with just a touch of varnish some time ago, there are some scattered light blemishes and handling marks with still-sharp checkering and an excellent condition hard rubber grip cap. There is an extra drilled and tapped hole in the rear bridge to accommodate scope base with factory open sights present, the front sight is a brass bead with hood and the rear barrel sight is a semi-buckhorn sporting with elevator. A great 1938 Super Grade in a fantastic state of preservation. (22B9789-64) {C&R} (3000/5000)

Winchester Pre '64 Transitional Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #304 (Sale Order 304 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Left side barrel thinning, closer to 95%

serial #51673, 270 WCF, 24'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and Type I action with Pre-War safety retains 98% original blue with some wear at the muzzle and some tiny blemishes, the bolt body has dulled somewhat and is numbered to the gun with the knob toned to pewter and a couple light freckles on the extractor. The bottom metal retains perhaps 90% original blue with wear along the typical carry points and the triggerguard has toned to gunmetal. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock with red Winchester pad is near excellent with just a couple handling marks. Two factory holes are found on the front bridge and one later-added hole in the rear bridge, the rear barrel sight is a factory semi-buckhorn sporting and the front is a hooded bead. This is a great mid-40s Model 70 with desirable Pre-War features. (22A9868-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Desirable & Rare Berdan Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Rifle

Lot #305 (Sale Order 305 of 601)

serial #56364, .52 cal, 30" barrel with a very good bore showing strong rifling with sparsely scattered light pitting its full-length, a bit more prominent near the breech. This is a solid honest rifle with all of the correct features including double set triggers, no lever locking catch and falls squarely within the proper serial number range of those rifles issued to Col. Hiram Berdan's First and Second Sharpshooter Regiments (54,374 to 57,567). The barrel is an overall plum brown patina with pewter gunmetal gray beneath, showing some scattered oxidation staining and perhaps a few pinprick pits, most prominently near the muzzle and around the front sight. There are a few minor dings in the areas of the bands, from being disassembled and reassembled over the years, but they are honest and unobtrusive and the barrel markings remain intact. The frame is a pewter gunmetal gray patina with some silvery case-hardening speckled about, more prominent on the lockplate, with a few spots of light pitting as-is to be expected from an issued arm, with all of the principal markings strong and remnants of color beneath the hammer, the pellet priming mechanism intact. The smooth walnut stocks rate fine showing an old light cleaning with the expected light dings and handling marks throughout, the wood remaining mostly proud of the metal however and with a nice patina. There are a couple of repaired divots or chips that can be seen along the forend beneath the finish, and the buttstock has a small 1'' crack to the left of the comb but it is unobtrusive; the band retaining springs actually showing some nice original blue. There are only ghostly remnants of the cartouche barely visible at left of wrist and the inside of the patch box door shows the proper ordnance punch-dot. All original hardware is present, a couple of the screws may be later replacements as they exhibit some brilliant fire blue and the barrel is properly numbered to the frame. The lock and set triggers both function well mechanically. A very attractive Berdan Sharps that would make an excellent addition to any U.S. martial collection. (3B9845-2) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Carbine

Lot #306 (Sale Order 306 of 601)

serial #13705, .52 cal, 21 1/2" barrel with a very fine bore showing a small area of light to perhaps moderate pitting nearer the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this nice carbine have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered remnants of light oxidation toning to brown, the barrel toning a bit more darker brown as you approach the muzzle, also showing a few patches of light pitting and perhaps more moderate old oxidation at the muzzle. The brass barrel band, patchbox and buttplate have taken on a mild goldenrod patina as perhaps very lightly cleaned long ago showing a few spots of mild tarnish and some dings along the buttplate. The rear sight still retains a generous amount of bright fire blue and all of the markings remain quite crisp and clear with nice Sharp's Rifle Manufg. Co. (with apostrophe) barrel address and Sharps patent dates on the lockplate and upper tang. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine condition having darkened slightly from the years and showing good oil finish with some scattered light dings, a couple thin cracks and small chip forming at the toe and some nice raised grain throughout. The left side of the stock near where it meets the frame shows a crisp small "JPC" martial-style inspector stamp. The barrel is matching the frame, the pellet priming mechanism parts are intact and appear to be functional and the hammer functions crisply. The patchbox contains a spare nipple, spare pellet mechanism spring and an original copper pellet tube that shows moderate wear. A small number of 1853 carbines with this "JPC" stamp are known but their exact history still seems to be a mystery and a precise military connection remains elusive. One example (serial #17861) bears both "JPC" and "RHKW" stamps and was believed to be one of the 250 or so martial test guns issued to the First Regiment of Dragoons. Whatever their history, this is a very respectable example of a desirable early Sharps carbine. (13C9833-4) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Sharps Model 1853 Percussion Sporting Rifle

Lot #307 (Sale Order 307 of 601)

serial #18189, .48 cal, 25 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright otherwise excellent bore were it not for a couple spots of light pitting about 1/3 the way down its length. The barrel is a mix of dull pewter gray and plum patina, showing some sparsely scattered spots of oxidation staining and scattered light pitting, but it is unobtrusive. The frame and lockplate are a pewter gray case-hardened patina with some speckles of oxidation staining here and there and some scattered light pitting. The arm features a pewter nosecap and brass buttplate and patchbox and the smooth walnut buttstock rates very good to fine with much original varnish and the expected light dings and handling marks from the years. The forend rates very good showing a bit more wear, with the associated light dings and handling marks. The original front sight is intact while the rear has been replaced with a correct blued reproduction sight. The arm is equipped with double set triggers and functions well mechanically. There is a single factory drilled and tapped hole atop the tang for mounting of a peepsight and the barrel and frame are numbered alike. A fine example over all with an uncommonly nice bore (3A9721-7) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

Joslyn Model 1864 Breechloading Carbine

Lot #308 (Sale Order 308 of 601)

serial #15076, 52 RF, 22" barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little light pitting at the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains perhaps 75% original blue taking on a deep gray tone, some scattered light dings and areas of deep plum-brown patina with no visible markings. The remaining metal surfaces have toned to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered light oxidation staining and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina lurking about the protected areas of the lockplate, hammer and breechblock. The patent markings on the back surface of the breechblock and Joslyn address with 1864 date on the lockplate remain mostly crisp and clear and the buttplate tang is stamped with "US". The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus condition showing somewhat worn finish, a thin 1 1/4" crack at the upper tang, tiny crack at the heel and some scattered light dings. There are no visible cartouches and the stock otherwise retains very nice metal-to-wood fit. The saddle bar and ring are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A solid example of these popular Civil War carbines, this one a commercial variant. (13A9833-18) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine by Burnside Rifle Co.

Lot #309 (Sale Order 309 of 601)

serial #12923, 56-50 Spencer, 20" three-groove barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered areas of light pitting, some moderate oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine has toned to a dark gunmetal patina showing some areas of mild brown and some scattered remnants of old pitting. The action and lockplate retain about 50% of an arsenal quality dull blue with the balance toned to dark gray patina with scattered old pitting that is mostly smoothed-over. The patent and maker markings atop the action show a few small areas of mild softening and otherwise remain mostly intact and strong and the major components show visible sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing a number of thin lengthy drying cracks along the butt, scattered light dings and areas darkened from the years. The barrel is matching the frame and the Stabler cutoff switch is intact. There is no rear sight spring and the rear sight pin is broken, the sight itself is included along with a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the history and particulars of this carbine model. The saddle ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A good example of these iconic post-Civil War carbines with plenty of character. (13B9739-6) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Winchester Model 1885 Deluxe Special Single Shot Rifle

Lot #310 (Sale Order 310 of 601)

serial #74337, 38-55, 30" part round part octagon No. 3 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a high condition and extremely handsome rifle however the assembly numbers do not match. The rifle shows assembly codes "2607 XXXSBC" on the left side of the lower tang, the top tang inlet of buttstock shows assembly number "394" and the forend channel has the full serial number stamped in a small later looking fonts. When the stock is removed from the rifle the lower tang is a tad loose which leads us to believe that the stocks are correct and the trigger and lower tang has been replaced. When mounted, the stock is a little loose on the top but it is our belief that this is a result of the tang not being the original that was fitted to the gun, as the stock will fit nicely when not screwed to the lower tang. The rifle appears to be originally scoped with this Malcolm full-length scope from the factory as there are no other dovetails and the tang does not show any evidence of having a tang sight installed. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel retaining about 95% evenly thinning original blue finish overall just beginning to blend with a smooth brown patina where thinning. The scope retains 95% lovely original brown finish with maker marking remaining crisp at rear mount. The action retains 97% brilliant original color case-hardened finish with some tiny scattered specks of light oxidation staining on the left side. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured American black walnut and feature a cheekpiece on left side of stock, a rounded pistolgrip with ebony insert and schnabel tipped forend, also with an ebony insert. The stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish overall. There are just the normal light handling marks and one round impression on the left cheek. The Swiss buttplate is aluminum and fits very well with some scattered casting pits visible on its exterior. This is an extremely attractive High Wall which remains in a very fine state of preservation. (1E9670-15) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (6000/8000)

Early Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver

Lot #311 (Sale Order 311 of 601)

serial #1415, .36 cal, 5 1/2" round barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some overall light oxidation and mild pitting with strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this attractive first year-production revolver retain about 40% plus original bright blue strongest in the cylinder flutes and underside of the barrel with the balance having flaked to a nice gray-brown patina showing a few small spots of old oxidation staining along the cylinder and some scattered very light dings mostly around the wedge. Three of the cylinder safety pins remain almost entirely intact. The frame, hammer and loading lever retain a few wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas with overall toning to a silvery case-hardened patina along with some areas of mild brown freckling and perhaps some sparsely scattered fine pinprick pits here and there. The backstrap and triggerguard retain about 95% original silver finish having taken on a wonderful dark tarnish with overall mild thinning to ocher brass along the high edges. The barrel shows proper Hartford address and remains strong, the "COLTS PATENT" on the frame having softened very slightly and the patent date in the cylinder flute remains crisp. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some light wear along the edges and some scattered light dings. The cylinder is un-numbered, all of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very handsome early example for the Colt collector. (13C9833-67) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt First Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot #312 (Sale Order 312 of 601)

serial #5292, .44 cal, 7 1/2" barrel with a fair-good bore showing overall light pitting and oxidation with good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1849-made revolver have mostly toned to a mix of deep plum-brown and dark gray patina showing some scattered remnants of mild old pitting, some areas of-which appear to have been finished over very long ago that are toning to a deep gray, along with some light dings and handling marks. The screw heads show light slot wear and the wedge retainer screw appears to be an old replacement. The New York barrel address remains completely intact and strong as does the "COLT'S PATENT" on the frame and the cylinder retains a few ghostly shadows of the original scene, the ranger on horseback in the foreground being the most visible. The cylinder has been re-numbered to match the frame and shows a very shallow grind mark where the serial number was reapplied but it otherwise is a correct first model cylinder. There is a visible "G" stamped on the left side of the hammer, and the backstrap and triggerguard have mostly toned to a pale ocher patina showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the area just ahead of the triggerguard also showing some imperfections in the casting, but the serial number otherwise strong and correct. The smooth walnut grip remains in very good condition showing some small smoothed-over old chips at the toes, mild edge wear and a few light dings. The grip has been re-numbered to match along the backstrap inlet in heavy black ink and there are also illegible remnants of a pencil number along the base inlet. The loading lever is un-numbered but is a correct first model lever, the arbor is also un-numbered and the backstrap, triggerguard, barrel and wedge are matching the frame. The original German silver blade front sight is intact having been worn down slightly from the years and the action seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lock-up. Despite a few apologies this revolver remains a good "example" piece of a desirable first model dragoon. (13E9779-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #313 (Sale Order 313 of 601)

serial #206399, .36 cal, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1868-made revolver retains about 80% plus original bright blue flaking to a smooth gray-brown patina along the sides and showing a few pinprick pits and some light dings around the wedge. The cylinder has mostly flaked to a mild gray patina showing some cleaned light pitting along the face, specks of old oxidation staining and generous flakes of original bright blue at the rear. The naval engagement cylinder scene remains almost entirely intact and quite crisp overall and two of the safety pins are also intact. The frame, hammer and loading lever retain a healthy amount of vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the lever toning to a smooth silvery patina and some areas along the frame and hammer toning to a deep gray with a couple light handling marks. The screw heads show some light slot wear and there is a small scuff mark on the bottom of the frame obscuring the serial number very slightly but this is unobtrusive. The single line New York address remains crisp and clear as do the "COLTS PATENT" on the cylinder and frame, date along the edge of the cylinder and caliber designation on the left side rear triggerguard. The backstrap and triggerguard have toned to a mix of goldenrod and mild ocher patina showing some scattered light handling marks and remnants of dark tarnished silver plate lurking about the protected edges. The revolver is fitted with a lovely smooth antique ivory grip with ivory internal spacer that remains in very fine condition showing attractive age striations and a fine rich patina throughout, there is a thin age crack along the back of the right side and some nice crackling along the bases. The backstrap inlet shows a very faint antique ink number that appears to be matching the gun and the fit to the grip frame remains very fine overall. The loading lever is un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are matching including the wedge. The front sight is a period replacement blade neatly dovetailed into place and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is a very handsome 1851 Navy with a wonderful set of grips for the antique Colt collector. (13B9833-90) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #314 (Sale Order 314 of 601)

serial #14691, .36 cal, 7 1/2" round barrel with a good bore showing some areas of light pitting, moderate oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a very handsome all-matching down to the wedge Colt Navy made in 1863. The barrel has mostly flaked to a pleasant smooth gray-brown patina showing a few small spots of old minor oxidation staining, some very light dings near the wedge and flakes of original bright blue on the sides nearer the breech. The protected underside of the barrel also retains a healthy amount of strong bright blue along its length and the New York address remains crisp. The cylinder has mostly toned to a mild gray patina showing some remnants of very light pitting along the face and nipple recesses along with some scattered flakes of bright blue. The naval engagement scene remains almost entirely intact and quite crisp and the safety pins are also largely intact. The "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and cylinder and caliber designation on the rear left side triggerguard also remain crisp. The frame retains perhaps 90% vibrant case-hardened colors showing some sparsely scattered light oxidation staining and some areas muting to a smooth silvery gray patina. The loading lever likewise shows wonderful vibrant colors at the hinge point, the arm itself toning to a smoky case-hardened patina while the hammer shows good colors with some light pitting along the sides. A number of the screw heads and the sides of the trigger retain nice pale fire blue and the finish on the sides of the wedge remains brilliant. The triggerguard and backstrap are toning to an attractive mild ocher patina, showing some scattered light handling marks, and retain a generous amount of silver finish taking on a nice dark tarnish. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish showing some light dings and a few minor scuffs scattered about and the fit to the grip frame remains excellent. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A fine example of the handsome and desirable Model 1861 Navy. (13B9833-91) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)

Stunning & Very Rare Remington-Keene Navy Pattern Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #315 (Sale Order 315 of 601)

45-70, 29 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few tiny freckles scattered about and otherwise crisp rifling. This is an absolutely wonderful rifle made in the rare Navy Pattern, although lacking a Remington collection tag it is very likely a pre-production example retained by the factory as it does not bear any U.S. naval markings or visible serial number on the bolt. The barrel, receiver and triggerguard retain nearly 99% original blue perhaps showing a couple tiny handling marks and a small rub mark on the left side from operation of the magazine cutoff switch. The nosecap retains about 98% original bright blue showing a couple tiny flakes and the rear sight small parts and screw heads show wonderful brilliant fire blue. The barrel bands, sling swivels and buttplate likewise retain almost all of their stunning vibrant case-hardened colors with some small areas showing some very mild edge wear and faint muting. The bolt, loading gate, trigger and left-side-mounted cleaning rod remain mostly bright showing just a hint of very mild gray freckling. The top of the bolt shows the familiar E. Remington & Sons address and patent dates, the left side rear of the action is stamped "45 / 70", the barrel bands with small U's and the sling swivels with patent dates. The smooth walnut stock remains in excellent condition retaining nearly all of its original oil finish showing a very minor small 1/4" crack at the left edge of heel, a few shallow dings along the left side wrist and a few smaller dings along the butt; all of this is unobtrusive and would hardly warrant mention were it not for the otherwise excellent condition of the arm. All original hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The U.S. Navy tested about 250 Remington-Keene rifles in this configuration in 1880. This beautiful rifle would be right at home in the finest collection of Remington or U.S. martial arms. (13E9670-23) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (5000/7000)

U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #316 (Sale Order 316 of 601)

serial #99611, .44 cal, 8" round barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this 1863-made revolver have mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered mild pinprick pitting, some scattered light dings and old tool marks. The frame, steel backstrap, loading lever and hammer are similar showing some faint remnants of silvery case-hardened patina lurking about. The triggerguard is a pale goldenrod patina showing some light handling marks and a small ding at the left edge. The New York barrel address and "COLTS PATENT" on the cylinder and frame remain completely intact and strong and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The naval engagement scene remains almost completely intact showing a few small areas obscured but otherwise remaining very strong and the safety pins are largely intact. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very good condition showing three notches carved on either side, some dings along the bases and scattered light handling marks. Both sides of the grip show ghostly inspector cartouches and the fit to the frame is very nice. The wedge and arbor are un-numbered, the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A nice martial 1860 for the Colt collector. (13B9833-87) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #317 (Sale Order 317 of 601)

serial #90217, .44 cal, 8" round barrel with a bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this 1863-made revolver have mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing some scattered light dings along the edges and near the wedge, some remnants of mild pinprick pitting and the rear of the cylinder showing some remnants of original blue. The muzzle shows some honest holster wear along its right edge. The frame, steel backstrap, loading lever and hammer are similar, the frame a deep plum-brown while the hammer and loading lever retain some smoky hints of case-hardened colors. The triggerguard is partially bright showing evidence of an old cleaning with some fine striations visible. The New York barrel address and "COLTS PATENT" on the cylinder and frame remain completely intact and strong and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The naval engagement scene shows small areas obscured overall with the vast majority remaining strong. The smooth walnut grip remains in about very good plus condition showing a small chip at the toe on either side and some scattered light handling marks with otherwise fine fit to the frame. There is a visible inspector's cartouche on the left side and a previous owner has stamped "IAN" in small block letters on the right side and along the base of the gripstrap. The ink number is rather difficult to make out but appears to be matching and the remaining serialized parts are matching including the wedge. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very respectable martial Colt for the antique arms collector. (13B9833-77) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #318 (Sale Order 318 of 601)

serial #131724, .44 cal, 8" round barrel with a very good bore that is mostly dark with some fine overall oxidation but otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel, cylinder and steel backstrap of this 1863-made revolver have mostly toned to mild gray patina showing some overall remnants of very fine mostly smoothed-over pinprick pitting, the cylinder showing some scattered light dings and a patch of good original bright blue along the bottom right edge of the barrel. The frame, loading lever and hammer are similar to the barrel and the triggerguard has toned to mild goldenrod patina showing a few light dings along the frontstrap. The New York barrel address remains strong, the "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and cylinder show some softened edges but remain legible. The naval engagement scene is mostly faded and the major components show strong sub-inspector stamps. The smooth walnut grip remains in good condition as lightly cleaned, the corners a little shy of the frame and showing some scattered light dings. There is no visible ink number or cartouches on the grip. The wedge is un-numbered and missing its spring and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The loading lever shows side-to-side play and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A very good Colt made during the height of the Civil War. (13B9833-88) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #319 (Sale Order 319 of 601)

serial #4766, .36 cal, 7 1/2" round barrel with an about good bore showing overall pitting and oxidation with some small bright areas and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this 1862-made revolver have mostly toned to a mottled gray patina, the barrel showing some strong older reapplied blue toning to a deep blue-gray patina along the underside and sides at the rear with some scattered remnants of smoothed-over light pitting and mild brown speckling. The frame, loading lever and hammer are a slightly lighter gray with some areas of mild brown. The New York barrel address shows a few slightly softened edges but remains intact and legible, the "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and cylinder are strong as is the caliber designation on the left side rear triggerguard. The naval engagement cylinder scene is rather faded with perhaps 60% of the scene visible. A number of the screw heads and the wedge still retain good fire blue. The triggerguard and backstrap retain perhaps 60% thinning silver plate mixing with mild goldenrod patina and showing some scattered light dings. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in about very good plus condition showing a little older added finish, a tiny spot of filler at the right edge and some scattered light dings with the fit to the frame remaining quite nice. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A solid Colt 1861 Navy revolver with some nice character. (13B9833-84) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Superb British Long Sporting and Target Rifle by J.W. Edge

Lot #320 (Sale Order 320 of 601)

serial #1676, .451 caliber, 30" round barrel with Rigby flats and a bright excellent bore. The quality and condition of this rifle are superb. The top Rigby flat is engraved "J.W. EDGE'S PATENT No 78". The barrel breech and tang show wonderful relief scroll with extremely fine border work to front and rear of the breech. The lock shows the same scroll and is marker marled "J.W. EDGE" above the forward mounted sliding bolt. Within the scroll on the hammer is the depiction of a raptor and snake with locked eyes. The right side of the stock shows a typical round patchbox which is engraved with a running stag being chased by two dogs with rope style border and full coverage scroll on hinge piece. The buttplate tang shows nice scroll as does the triggerguard which also shows a fancy trefoil finial to the front. The condition of the gun is wonderful with the barrel retaining 98% original brown with vivid damascus pattern visible its entire length. The bolster and tang show nearly all of their original color case-hardened finish with platinum blow out plug in side of bolster. The lock shows 90% original color case hardened finish which is darkening slightly and has a lovely antique appearance. All metal surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. The triggerguard and buttplate are mostly a smooth gray with some original finish visible. The checkered pistolgrip stock features a horn tip and smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The triggerguard forms a pistolgrip and a standard trigger is in place. The rifle is sighted with a simple globe front and military style ladder rear barrel sight. There is no provision for a tang sight. Rifles of this style, quality and condition are quite rare and the opportunity to acquire them is more rare. An investment quality absolutely top-shelf British percussion sporting and target rifle. (1F9670-51) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (8,000/12,000)

Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine Part of a Consecutively Numbered Pair

Lot #321 (Sale Order 321 of 601)

serial #18723, .54 cal, 21" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some light pitting and moderate oxidation nearer the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains perhaps 90% evenly thinning original blue toning slightly to a mild gray patina along with some scattered mild freckles and a few light dings, one at the top edge near the muzzle that is unobtrusive. The frame, lockplate and breechblock release lever show strong vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, perhaps 80-85%, muting slightly to a deep gray patina with some mild brown freckling. The breechblock parts retain about 90% original bright blue showing some mild overall flaking, some specks of old oxidation staining and a few light dings. The buttplate and barrel band are toning to a silvery case-hardened patina and the upper tang retains generous brilliant fire blue flaking to gray-brown. A couple of screw heads show light slot wear and some of the markings are somewhat lightly struck but are otherwise intact and legible. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago, the forend showing a repaired 1 1/2" sliver at the top left edge, some scattered light dings, handling marks and the finish somewhat unevenly applied along the butt. The buttstock retains two visible cartouches along the left side wrist and all original hardware is intact. All of the serialized parts are matching, the barrel having been re-struck in the same font no doubt due to an honest factory error and the action seems to function well mechanically. This carbine is listed in Springfield Research by serial number as being issued to Company C, 12th NY Volunteer Cavalry on September 15, 1863. The regiment served in the Department of North Carolina and undertook extensive patrols and maneuvers throughout the state from 1863-1865 and took part in the Battle of Wyse Fork. During its two years of service, the unit suffered 209 causalities to battle and disease. An attractive example with some strong original condition, this carbine is consecutively numbered with the next lot. (13C9833-51) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine Part of a Consecutively Numbered Pair

Lot #322 (Sale Order 322 of 601)

serial #18724, .54 cal, 21" barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation throughout with otherwise strong rifling. The barrel of this carbine retains about 70% thinning original blue that is toning to a deep plum-brown patina approaching the muzzle also showing a few sparsely scattered spots of old minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The frame, lockplate and breechblock release lever are toning to a mottled gray patina showing scattered deep brown speckling, flakes of silvery case-hardened patina and generous smoky colors with some vibrant areas along the left side. The breechblock parts retain about 40% original bright blue mostly along the bottom with the balance flaked to gray-brown patina showing a number of old light dings along the bottom of the lever and top of breechblock. The buttplate and barrel band are taking on a silvery case-hardened patina, a couple of screw heads show light slot wear and a number of them retain strong original blue. The markings have softened somewhat from the years but remain completely legible. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition having darkened somewhat from the years and showing a strong oil finish with scattered light dings, a couple small abrasions and a few repaired thin drying cracks along the butt. The buttstock retains two good cartouches on the left side wrist and all original hardware remains intact. All of the serialized parts are matching, the barrel having been re-struck in the same font no doubt due to an honest factory error (similar to the previous carbine) and the action seems to function well mechanically. Unlike its compatriot this example is not listed in Springfield Research though it of course possible it was issued to the same unit. A nice Burnside carbine and an interesting opportunity for the collector to acquire a pair of arms rarely seen consecutively numbered. (13C9833-52) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot #323 (Sale Order 323 of 601)

serial #24389, .50 cal, 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains nearly 90% original blue with the underside approaching the muzzle toning to plum-brown patina and showing some scattered light pinprick pitting and some areas of old minor oxidation staining. The action retains a similar amount of vibrant case-hardened colors with an area muting to a pleasant mild gray patina along the right side and showing some old oxidation staining along the lower tang, lever and some of the high edges. The buttplate has mostly toned to a dark plum-brown patina showing some scattered flakes of bright blue and the small action parts retain strong original bright blue with some scattered light oxidation staining. The frame markings remain intact and strong and the various major components are stamped with small sub-inspector marks. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in about very fine condition retaining most of its arsenal oil finish and showing some scattered light dings and minor scuffs, more noticeable along the left side which also retains two crisp inspector cartouches. The original sights and saddle ring are intact, the barrel locks up well and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive Second Model Maynard. (13C9833-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Smith Civil War Percussion Carbine by American Machine Works

Lot #324 (Sale Order 324 of 601)

serial #6675, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this carbine retains about 95% original blue showing some very mild toning to gray-brown, a few sparsely scattered specks of old oxidation staining and some light handling marks. The barrel shows remnants of some hardened preservative that would probably clean up if one wished. The action shows the same old preservative throughout and retains perhaps 92% original vibrant case-hardened colors with areas muting to smooth silvery gray patina. The triggerguard and buttstock collar retain a similar amount of bright blue showing a little brown freckling and some handling marks along the bow of the guard while the top latch retains about 94% brilliant bright blue showing some scattered light oxidation staining. The left barrel flat shows a strong sub-inspector stamp and the markings on the left side of the action remain completely intact and strong, the maker markings below the sling bar obscured somewhat by preservative. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition as very lightly cleaned long ago now having darkened from the years with some scattered light dings and handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains very nice and the left side wrist shows a softened inspector cartouche. All original hardware is intact, the barrel locks up tightly and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome American Machine Works Smith carbine. (13B9833-7) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Fine Whitworth Rifle Company Percussion Target Prize Rifle

Lot #325 (Sale Order 325 of 601)

serial #B319, .50 cal, 32'' round barrel with a bright excellent Whitworth-rifled bore. A very interesting and obviously quality-made rifle, it retains some lovely case colors and overall condition and has a circular silver presentation plate inletted into the left side of the butt. The barrel itself is an overall soft plum brown patina, showing some remnants of original browning in the protected areas, the barrel now with remnants of light pinprick pitting about its surface. The bands have primarily flaked to a smooth brown with some generous trace bright original blue toward their rears. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge adjustable Goodwin patent flat-top platinum index line front sight and Whitworth service style target rear, also with platinum index lines. The left side of barrel features appropriate British proofs and the serial number with ''Whitworth Patent'' atop to the rear of the sight. The breech shows very light borderline engraving and lovely brilliant original color case-hardening, as does the lockplate. The lockplate shows Whitworth's Crown over W at rear with ''Whitworth Rifle Co. Manchester'' along its bottom edge with light borderline engraving. In addition to the nice case colors the sliding safety still exhibits some pale purplish temper blue. The bottom metal has toned to a plum with some trace case colors on the bow but the patchbox still shows a very nice color case-hardening along with a bit of toning and sparse oxidation staining. The stock rates excellent with crisp checkering at the wrist, forestock and the thumb rest area to the rear of the hammer. There is some nice fiddleback grain in the area of the butt and as-mentioned there is a silver presentation plate which reads: ''National Rifle Association/1863'' ''Queens First Thirty'', sadly due to someone's overzealous polishing over the years the gentleman's name cannot be made out, but the capital letter ''C'' and the capital letter ''B'' can be made out. Some diligent research from a good friend ''across the pond'' turns up the likely recipient as a ''Captain Benning'' of the 2nd Bedfordshire Rifle Volunteers. The actual ''Queen's Prize'' that year was won by a Sgt Roberts; the reference source of this information the Volunteer Gazette of July 18th, 1863. The plate shows some dings and dents from the years and there is a small dent in the wood at its bottom edge where it appears as though someone contemplated prying the plate off, thankfully unsuccessfully. What appears to be the original Whitworth ramrod with hexagonal rotating head is present and the lock is crisp and functions very well mechanically. The buttplate is a bit proud at the heel and toe but this is likely due only to shrinkage as the wood appears completely unmolested. Interestingly an old paper tag within the patchbox reads ''No 319/800 yards 2° (minute marking is faded and lost to the years)/900 yards 2° 35' /1000 yards 2° 56' '' and there is a small plastic container which holds a tiny barleycorn style dovetail front sight which would fit into the raised base at the muzzle were the current front sight removed. Really a very lovely, very handsome Whitworth rifle in a fine state of condition. (3D9670-53) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (7000/9000)

Interesting Remington No. 1 1/2 Rolling Block Cadet Rifle

Lot #326 (Sale Order 326 of 601)

45-70, 28" barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a small but moderate ding or tool mark about 2" back from the muzzle at around 12 o'clock with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This is an unusual rifle built on the smaller No. 1 1/2 frame but with a large caliber 45-70 barrel and military-style furniture installed. The work is undoubtedly original from the factory and the consignor's notes speculate it was likely done for a special military academy contract or something similar and that the arm was purchased from the collection of Jay Lewis, technical advisor to Marcot's Remington Rolling Block book. The barrel retains perhaps 70% original blue that is toning to a deep plum-brown patina under bright light and showing some sparsely scattered light oxidation staining and a number of small to perhaps moderate dings along its length. The action is toning to a deep gray patina showing some mild brown speckling and generous smoky colors throughout with some of the more protected areas remaining quite vibrant. The hammer and breechblock retain about 95% original bright blue showing some mild flaking and light handling marks, the rear barrel band is toning to plum-brown patina and the front band and rear sight assembly retain generous original blue. The left side of the action is stamped with Remington's five patent dates, the right side with some sort of inventory marking "HOP / 909", the tangs with assembly number "1335", the rear band is U-marked and the front band with a crown. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing strong remnants of oil finish, a thin 1 3/4" crack at the upper tang, some overall mild abrasions and light dings with otherwise excellent metal-to-wood fit. The rifle is equipped with military-style sights and sling swivels, the front sight having been slightly modified during the period and with a notch cut in its center and the action seems to function well mechanically. This interesting and rare variation would make an excellent addition to any advanced Remington collection. (13B9857-6) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Experimental U.S. Navy Model 1870 Rolling Block Musketoon by Springfield Armory

Lot #327 (Sale Order 327 of 601)

serial #10, 50-70, 24 3/4" barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this interesting rifle have mostly toned to a mix of gunmetal gray and pale brown patina showing some overall light to perhaps moderate old pitting that has mostly smoothed-over from the years, a bit heavier along the rear band, along with some scattered old dings along the action. The markings on the right side action remain crisp and clear, the Remington patent information on the upper tang are likewise very strong and there is a small anchor atop the breech. The rear sight assembly shows strong remnants of original blue, the barrel bands show "U" stamps, the buttplate tang "US" and the left side breech with "P / H.B.R" proof. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few thin drying cracks and mild oxidation leaching along the butt, small crack at the left edge wrist, scattered light dings and areas a little shy at the wrist. There is a faint inspector's cartouche on the left side wrist and the inside stock inlet is stamped "10 FWS". The tangs and a number of the major components are also stamped with a small "10", the rifle is equipped with military-style sights and sling swivels and the action seems to function well mechanically. The consignor's notes indicate he purchased this rifle from the collection of Jay Lewis, technical advisor to Marcot's Remington Rolling Block book. An interesting rolling block rifle for the advanced Remington collector. (13B9857-5) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Rare Early U.S. Navy Model 1870 Rolling Block Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #328 (Sale Order 328 of 601)

50-70, 32 5/8" barrel with a fair bore showing a ring of heavy oxidation about 7" back from the muzzle, a ring of moderate oxidation ahead of the breech, scattered light pitting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle is a mostly bright silvery pewter tone showing some sparsely scattered remnants of cleaned light pitting, some mild brown freckling and a few light dings. The rear sight is of the early first contract batch being set just ahead of the action, all of the early guns were initially rejected due to this and the later sights were moved forward about 3". The rear sight leaf is bent up slightly but this is unobtrusive. The action has mostly toned to a mottled silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered fine pinprick pitting and a few light dings with generous vibrant colors along the left side and protected areas around the triggerguard. The naval markings on the right side frame remain crisp and clear, the Remington patent information along the upper tang likewise very strong and the barrel is unmarked. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago, the buttstock showing a number of lengthy thin drying cracks along the sides (the most noticeable about 8 1/2" and 7 1/2" long on either side) along with some scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a faint inspector's cartouche visible on the left side wrist. The original sights, sling swivels, cleaning rod and under-slung bayonet lug remain intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The consignor's notes indicate he purchased this rifle from the collection of Jay Lewis, technical advisor to Marcot's Remington Rolling Block book. A solid example of a seldom seen early navy contract rolling block rifle. (13B9857-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Excellent Remington New York State Style Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #329 (Sale Order 329 of 601)

50-70, 35" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely rifle built to New York State specifications that, although lacking a Remington factory collection tag, was very likely retained by the factory. The barrel retains about 98% original blue with most of the loss due to some mild silvering around the muzzle from bayonet attachment. The action and rear sling swivel retain 99% stunning vibrant case-hardened colors retaining much of their original protective lacquer. The action small parts, barrel bands and buttplate retain about 97-98% original blue showing some very mild silvering along the high edges and the E. Remington & Sons tang address and patent dates are somewhat poorly struck as is typical, otherwise mostly legible. The right side of the rear sight ramp is bent in very slightly and the rear sight screw shows some light slot wear but this is relatively minor and unobtrusive. The barrel bands are U-marked and the arm does not bear any martial markings. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in excellent condition having darkened from the years and showing just a few tiny dings with otherwise fine raised grain and excellent fit. The action seems to function well mechanically and the rifle includes a correct socket bayonet in similarly excellent condition. Really a beautiful rolling block rifle for the Remington collector. (13C9670-24) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Very Fine Cased New England Two Barrel Set Underhammer Percussion Rifle by Nicanor Kendall

Lot #330 (Sale Order 330 of 601)

serial #851, .41 caliber rifled barrel and .50 cal smoothbore barrel, both about 30 1/4'', the rifle barrel octagonal, the smoothbore barrel part octagon, part hexadecagonal. The rifle barrel rates very fine with mostly bright sharp rifling and some very sparsely scattered light frosting within the grooves. The smoothbore barrel rates very good with remnants of scattered light pitting. Both barrels have light open engraving at the front near the sights, again at the breech and surrounding the makers name, a bit ahead of the rear sight and again at the point of transition on the other barrel. The rifle is sighted with a scant silver blade front and flat-top v-notch rear, step adjustable for elevation, with a simple half-moon silver blade front sight and buckhorn rear on the smoothbore barrel. The barrels retain generous original plum brown, flaking to a near even mix of the pewter gunmetal beneath, with scattered light oxidation, near overall, but it is light in character and unobtrusive. Each barrel is maker marked on the top flat ''N Kendall/Windsor VT'' and each is properly serial numbered to the frame on its underside, the smoothbore being a Remington ''twisted'' steel barrel, showing only remnants of the damascus pattern. The barrel frame shows light open engraving on the octagonal sections with dual turned medials and shows Win. Smith's ''Smith's Improved Patent Stud Lock'' patent marking on the long upper tang, also with light open engraving front and rear. The arm has lovely German silver furniture with a dual spur triggerguard, toeplate, crescent buttplate and nice patchbox, all with lightly chiseled extensions and with light open flowing rudimentary engraving typical of Kendall's arms. The tang of the buttplate is numbered to the gun, there is a lozenge-shaped German silver inlay on the cheekpiece and two open swirls inlaid left and right for the lock mechanism screws. The very close-grain stock appears very much to be of cherry, but possibly butternut, it has been stained a red-russet with a bit of darkening beneath the finish. The left side flared cheekpiece has a dual ribbed edge and the varnish is wonderful showing tiny antique age crackling throughout. Kendall, later of '' Robbins, Kendall & Lawrence'' fame, had his arms made in the Vermont State Prison, each of the makers paid 32 cents per day, interestingly if one of Kendall's rifles was returned by a purchaser, the craftsman who built the rifle was charged back for it until such time as the arm was made right. This example comes nicely cased in a walnut carry case with brass corners and handle in the lid with a wad punch, ebony handled turn screw, Bush pattern common top flask and a three cavity iron bullet mould casting two smaller projectiles and one of the larger. The sprue cutter is stamped ''84'', as-is the face of the rifled barrel. The interior shows a fading burgundy baize interior, neatly fitted to each of the arms components, externally the case rating very good with the expected minor dings and handling marks that come from the years. A single ramrod is included that neatly fits both sets of barrels, each of the barrels mounts solidly but turns just a whisker past top dead center. A very handsome two-barrel set, doubtless made for a customer of means, as most of Kendall's arms are very Spartan and very ''Yankee'', this example nicely embellished and is a two-barrel set to boot. (3C9905-1) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

Connecticut Percussion Offhand Target Rifle Personal Gun Of Gunsmith Walter Dennis

Lot #331 (Sale Order 331 of 601)

.38 cal, 30'' octagon barrel drilled for false muzzle which is turned for starter, showing a bright excellent bore; both the false muzzle and starter are included. The barrel shows strong original plum brown with some smatterings of light oxidation and areas of pitting nearer the muzzle, becoming more moderate on the left and right flats, the false muzzle polished bright and showing only some very light oxidation externally. The rifle is sighted with a globe front sight with simple diminutive lollipop insert and shows some very light engraving near the breech and is maker marked on the left diagonal flat ''WL Dennis Maker Bridgeport CT''. The breech shows some smoky gray blue case-hardening with light open scroll and is maker marked on the left ''WL Dennis/Bridgeport CT''. The barrel frame shows some strong original blue along its top surface, left edge and the long tang, flaking on the bottom area where one would normally carry the rifle, showing only light borderline engraving. The tang shows the same open scroll at front and rear and there is a lollipop style sight fitted midway down its length. The lockplate is maker marked and shows a bit of open scroll and is now a duller gray case-hardened patina, sadly showing some light pitting; the hammer shows a nice dragon head at its front with a nice cap deflector swirl and a bit of scroll on its side. The German silver furniture is bright and quite fancy, the single forward spur guard showing nice quality open flowing scroll, with another bit of scroll on the rearward grip flourish and its rear extension. The tang of the crescent buttplate and the toeplate show the same sparse nice quality scroll with the front extension in a nice pineapple finial motif. The rifle is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut showing lovely burl and crotch figure with a flared left-side cheekpiece. It rates about excellent, the finish flaking a bit along the toeline and with a nice engraved German silver patchbox on the right of the butt. The arm is equipped with double set triggers and a single-acting lock and what is likely a later ramrod is included. Included with the arm is a homemade carry case, with a floral fabric interior, and a placard on the lid with WL Dennis' trade stamp. On the interior is an antique powder tin, a small japanned tin of percussion caps, two conical bullet molds, two swages, a selection of cast projectiles, an old range rod, a few patches, and telescopic sight mounts which fit in the front dovetail and the tapped hole on the tang of the arm; sadly there is no telescopic sight present. Included within is Mr. Dennis' original business card listing ''all kinds of repairing done with dispatch'' showing a 97 Water St., Bridgeport, CT address. Penciled on the back is written ''died in 1878'' a short narrative about the business closing, and how the rifle was made by Dennis and kept by his wife and was bought from his son George Dennis who was 86 years old at the time, on June 6, 1957. Also included is an October 17, 1957 dated target from the PAL range in Strafford Connecticut shot by R.C. Hitchcock of Fairfield Connecticut. There are three targets shot with the rifle showing very nice groups. Walter L Dennis was located in Bridgeport Connecticut from roughly 1865 to 1877, his rifles are quality-made and rival any of those made by the New York makers, this gun is no exception. (3C9670-59) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Large Bore South African Percussion Stopping Rifle by J.S.F. Botha

Lot #332 (Sale Order 332 of 601)

Description Update 11/11/2020: 8.28 lbs

About .86 cal, 27 1/2'' octagon barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows perhaps a few spots of very light oxidation here or there. This is a fabulous big-bore stopping rifle from the percussion era, marked by this famous South African gunmaker and retailer. The barrel is a plum brown damascus showing fading pattern beneath, with overall scattered very light oxidation and some spots of light pitting, also showing a few light handling marks and a couple of tool marks nearer the breech. It is sighted with a simple German silver blade front sight and four leaf rear, one standing, three folding, the three folding leaves not yet regulated, showing remnants of a pale fire blue. The barrel is marked on its top flat ''JSF Botha Cape Town''. The breech plug shows remnants of color case-hardening, primarily a pewter case-hardened patina. The lockplate is rather spartan and shows borderline engraving with two small sprays of open flowing scroll and maker marked identical to the barrel sans the address. The long tang, lockplate and hammer show some very nice fading color case-hardening, the balance a lovely tarnished case-hardened patina. The stock features a German silver nosecap, simple iron tailpipe and long tang iron triggerguard which shows light oxidation and some handling marks, the smooth buttplate is similar giving a 14 1/2'' length of pull. The English walnut buttstock rates very good for a gun of this age and where it would've been used, showing the expected light dings and handling marks that come from use afield, but with the checkering remaining crisp. The arm is maker-fitted with sling swivels, there is a circular silver monogram plate along the toeline which is un-engraved, the barrel is captivated with a single wedge. Its underside of course exhibits British proofs and ''SH'' which was likely the barrel maker or perhaps even the gunmaker, although greener was known to have made many of Botha's arms. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the original ramrod with brass tips is included. Also included with the arm is a single cavity round ball mould of appropriate caliber which is lightly oxidized on its exterior, the interior mostly clean showing just a bit of light surface oxidation. A very handsome large bore African stopping rifle, with a bore nice enough that it no doubt could still be used by some hearty soul were they to work up appropriate loading data. (3C9827-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

Auguste Francotte Model 14E Boxlock Double Ejectorgun Consecutively Numbered

Lot #333 (Sale Order 333 of 601)

serial #72981, 20 ga. (2 3/4''), 26'' Siemens Martin steel barrels choked about cylinder and modified, with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 97% original plum brown with some light handling marks along the sides of each tube for most of their lengths, consistent with a field-used arm. The concave rib is neatly matted its full-length and there is tight scroll engraving at the rear of the rib, the barrels V.L. & D. marked and show small bands of engraving at the breech. The frame retains perhaps 97% original color case-hardening which is quite vivid, toning to pewter on the sharp edges. It shows near overall tight flowing scroll with floral patterns on the screw heads and a light foliate engraving on the fences, each flat maker marked. There is excellent original blue on the top lever and safety and the bow of the guard, the long tang fading to plum in the grasping area. The checkered European walnut scant pistolgrip buttstock rates very fine to excellent showing only a few very light handling marks about the surface, the splinter forend is similar, its iron and nosecap showing some fading case colors. The checkering has mullered borders and the stock features the Auguste Francotte marking just behind the pistolgrip. The length of pull to the grooved horn buttplate is 14 1/8'' with drops of 1 3/8'' and 2 1/2''. The gun locks up tightly on face with dual under bites and Greener crossbolt, with the top lever still slightly right of center and seems to function well mechanically. Interestingly, the chamber length was measured using an appropriate plug gauge, the underside of the barrels are stamped 2 1/2'', yet under very close scrutiny the chambers do not appear altered. Features double triggers, ejectors and automatic safety with ''S'' inlaid in gold. A handy little 20 bore double ejectorgun that points well and weighs in at just over 5 1/2 pounds; the following lot is consecutively numbered to this shotgun. (3B9670-458) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Auguste Francotte Model 14E Boxlock Double Ejectorgun Consecutively Numbered

Lot #334 (Sale Order 334 of 601)

serial #72982, 20 ga. (2 3/4''), 26'' Siemens Martin steel barrels choked about cylinder and improved cylinder, with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98% original plum brown with some sparsely scattered very light handling marks here and there. The concave rib is neatly matted its full-length and there is tight scroll engraving at the rear of the rib, the barrels V.L. & D. marked with small bands of engraving at the breech. The frame retains perhaps 97% original color case-hardening which is quite vivid, toning to pewter on the sharp edges and at rear of frame. It shows near overall tight flowing scroll with floral patterns on the screw heads and a light foliate engraving on the fences, each flat maker marked. The top lever and safety show strong original blue while the bow of the guard is flaking somewhat, the long tang fading to plum in the grasping area. The checkered European walnut scant pistolgrip buttstock rates excellent , much of the finish worn from the butt area, which appears now a bit lighter than the head of the stock, showing only a few light dings and handling marks here and there. The splinter forend rates excellent with its iron and nosecap showing some fading case colors. The checkering remains nice with the cheeks left and right neatly checkered as well with a carved wavy border and the stock features the Auguste Francotte marking just behind the pistolgrip. The length of pull to the grooved horn buttplate is 14 1/8'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 3/4''. The gun locks up tightly on face with dual under bites and Greener crossbolt, with the top lever drifting ever so slightly left of center and seems to function well mechanically. The top lever screw slot shows a tiny bit of damage but it is unobtrusive. Like its predecessor, the chamber length was measured using an appropriate plug gauge, the underside of the barrels are stamped 2 1/2'', yet under very close scrutiny the chambers on this example also do not appear to have been altered. Features double triggers, ejectors and automatic safety with ''S'' inlaid in gold and the gun weighs in at just a tad over 5 1/2 pounds. A super 20 bore double ejectorgun from this quality maker, that really should stay together with its sister in the previous lot, this arm consecutively numbered to it. (39670-459) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

Fine John Dickson & Son Round Body Assisted Opening Double Ejectorgun

Lot #335 (Sale Order 335 of 601)

serial #7182, 12 ga. (2 1/2''), 27'' barrels choked about improved cylinder and a tight modified, with bright about excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98% plus excellent quality re-blacking, the concave slightly sunken rib with the Hanover St., Edinburgh address. There are small engraved bands at the breeches with nice engraving on the rib and rib extension with a gold inlaid numeral ''1''. The round bodied triggerplate frame is a very pleasing smooth smoky pewter case-hardened color with near overall excellent quality tight English scroll and floral bouquets, showing some stronger trace case colors beneath the fences and their nicely chiseled bolsters, the belly gold inlaid ''Dickson's Patent''. The long tang triggerguard, safety and top lever show excellent quality blue, ''safe'' inlaid in gold, the top lever with the numeral ''1'' inset as well; the gold inlaid ''1'' is repeated at the Anson forend tip. The straight grip English walnut buttstock and splinter style forend both rate about excellent as very lightly refinished some years ago, metal-to-wood fit still excellent and the checkering is crisp as recut, somewhat coarsely-so, with a few light handling marks in the finish and a diminutive wrist. The length of pull to the checkered butt is 14 3/4'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 1/2'' and 3/8'' cast off. The right barrel shows no wall thickness below .025'', most well over that, the left tube shows one spot that is .022'', most well over .025'' and the arm is a Nitro proofed for 1 1/8 ounce 2 1/2'' shells, the water table showing the patent use number 1684. The arm locks up tight on-face and functions well mechanically. There is an oval gold monogram plate along the toeline which has been engraved with the initials ''JCC''. The copy of the factory ledger shows on August the 8th, 1929, guns 7182 & 7183 being made for William Watson, giving the dimensions of each. A very lovely and quick-handling best quality double that really needs to be back afield for fall birds. (3D9720-1) {C&R} (7000/9000)

Winchester Model 21 Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #336 (Sale Order 336 of 601)

serial #20371, 12 ga., 28'' ventilated rib barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels retain perhaps 97-98% original blue with some even fading to dark plum toward the breeches and some light edge wear. The boxlock frame fares about the same and retains 97% strong original blue with some faint wear to gunmetal on the belly's carry points and the lower tang and some freckling on the left fence. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock with Noshoc pad and beavertail forend are very good plus with scattered light handling marks and two cracks, one hairline and one more prominent, running from the frame to the rear of the forend metal and some added varnish some time ago, the evidence being a couple thicker finish areas on the forend and an errant small run coming down from the comb. The finish does nothing to detract from the fantastic grain figure in each piece, particularly the dark feathercrotch pattern going diagonally across the left-side butt, a professional wood man could easily tone down the finish on each if one wished. The length-of-pull to the single selective trigger is 13 3/4'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 1/2'', the safety is non-automatic and the ejectors are strong. A solid collector's piece that could benefit greatly from a little TLC. (22B9789-17) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Wonderful Charles Daly Diamond Quality Double Ejectorgun

Lot #337 (Sale Order 337 of 601)

serial #1514, 12 ga. (2 1/2''), 28'' Excelsior Witten steel barrels choked improved cylinder and a light full or tight modified, showing bright very fine to excellent bores, each with a few very sparsely scattered very light remnants of oxidation or light pinprick pitting. This is a very attractive Lindner made Daly shotgun with some absolutely wonderful engraving. The barrels retain about 98% plus exceptional quality restored rust blue with the makers name engraved on the lovely concave rib; there are light engraved bands on the breeches and on the rib extension. The scalloped boxlock sideclipped frame is lovely and retains perhaps 80% original color case-hardening, quite vivid in spots and muting in others with toning to silver on the sharp edges of the sideclips and front belly of frame. It features overall excellent quality tight scroll with some banknote filigree and bordering and the makers name in riband left and right. The underside of the frame shows a sporting dog and pheasant scene of the finest quality, with flying waterfowl on the bow of the guard, it too with overall lovely tight scroll. The checkered round knob pistolgrip European walnut buttstock rates excellent with all its original varnish showing only light dings or handling marks very sparsely scattered about its surface. It features checkered cheeks with dropper points and the checkered panels are flawlessly executed, with the typical oval ebony inlay on the bottom of the pistolgrip proper. The butt features a nice pinched comb, unengraved silver monogram plate along the toeline and a solid 1'' pad giving a 14 1/4 length of pull to the front of the two neatly checkered triggers, showing drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/8''. The lovely engraving continues onto the iron and the forend rates very fine as well with its horn tip intact and the very beginning of the tiniest crack at the rear near the iron. The gun locks up tightly on face with the top lever still right of center and features double triggers, ejectors, pin-style cocking indicators and automatic safety with ''safe'' inlaid in gold. The gun seems to function well mechanically for the most part, if the left trigger barrel is fired first ejectors work properly, if the right tube is fired first both trip simultaneously, timing is no doubt an easy issue any 'smith of any talent. A very handsome Diamond Quality Lindner Daly with top-notch engraving and nice dimensions. (3D9720-2) {C&R} (3000/5000)

Exceptional Winchester Model 21 Smallbore Skeet Ejectorgun

Lot #338 (Sale Order 338 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Excellent factory grade restored finish

Description Update 11/02/2020: Shotgun has received a factory-grade restoration.

serial #18048, 20 ga., 26'' barrels choked WS-1 and WS-2 with excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original blue, with ''SKEET'' marking just in front of the triggerguard. The gold single selective trigger retains all its original finish. The finely-figured checkered American black walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and beavertail forend with standard diamond checkering pattern are excellent as expertly and lightly-cleaned leaving a wonderful satin finish and having fantastic feathercrotch figure radiating down from the comb and flowing nicely along the forend. The length-of-pull to the checkered butt is 14'' with drops of 1 9/16'' and 2 1/2'', the safety is automatic, the ejectors very strong and the barrels lock-up tight and are on-face. The Model 21 is known as both a solid and reliable field gun as well as a sought-after collectible, this is a fantastic-looking smallbore sure to check both of these boxes. (22D9789-16) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Prussian Jaeger Style Flintlock Rifle With Wootz Steel Barrel

Lot #339 (Sale Order 339 of 601)

.72 cal., 34 1/2 part round barrel with a straight-rifled bore which shows light oxidation its full-length. This is a very well-made rifle that seems to have had an interesting life. It clearly started off as a Prussian Jaeger rifle, no doubt stocked to the muzzle, and at some point in its history has had a nice quality Mediterranean-Turkish style damascus steel barrel fitted by a gunsmith of some talent. The barrel is a dark brown and light pewter with a wootz damascus pattern its full-length and with heavy silver and gold-toned chiseled damascening near the muzzle, flanking the half moon silver blade front sight, with a number of medials. Halfway down its length the barrel transitions from round to dodecagonal with Middle Eastern style geometric silver and gold-toned chiseled inlays, this continuing at the breech end of the barrel for about 7 1/2'', with the same silver and gold-toned overlays and damascening, with four silver stars, two of which have orange coral inlaid within. The European lockplate shows beveled edges and has relief chiseled game scene engraving with scroll on the swan neck cock, faceted pan and unbridled frizzen, the frizzen spring lightly chiseled with a foliate tail. The arm retains its heavy chiseled-in-relief Germanic hardware with chiseled rococo tailpipe, triggerguard front extension, with similar sideplate and buttplate tang. The bow of the guard, sideplate and heel of buttplate all showing deep chiseled game scenes with stags and hounds. The European walnut stock rates very good with some nice open foliate carving in the area of the forestock, to the right of the comb and to front and rear of the square bottom Jaeger style cheekpiece. The arm was likely shortened when the later barrel was fitted and the stock nose narrowed and the horn forend tip re-fitted. The stock rates very good showing older repairs to a number of cracks along the forend and barrel channel, a sliver or chip missing along the left of barrel channel and an older spliced repair to a moderate chip along the edge of the cheekpiece, with some filed-in splices in the highly figured wood of the butt, perhaps done when the arm was constructed. The lock functions well mechanically and the arm is equipped with a single trigger and there is an antique bone-tipped ramrod included, retained by simple thimbles soldered to the underside of the barrel. Really a very interesting amalgam of these two gun cultures, the original craftsman who built the Jaeger arm was gifted, the fellow who made and fitted the barrel a master of his trade as well. (3F9670-310) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Ornate German Percussion Double Shotgun by Klett

Lot #340 (Sale Order 340 of 601)

About 16 bore, 31'' octagon barrels with about very good straight-rifled bores, thought at the time to improve shot patterns, but which also improved performance when shooting a single patched projectile. The barrels show a fading two tone swirled damascus pattern their full length, with interspersed light spots of oxidation staining and perhaps the odd light pinprick pit here or there. They are sighted with a simple German silver blade front sight and the makers name is inlaid in gold at the rear of the rib ''Veit Klett in Suhl'', surrounded by fine silver and gold wire inlays. There is a small foliate spray and five silver and gold inlaid lines at the junction of the casehardened breeches, with a small two-tone silver and gold cornucopia inlay. The long tang has nice open flowing scroll of excellent quality with a circular monogram plate at its center marked ''Leonardy''. The lockplates show open loose flowing scroll of excellent quality, each with a small gold inlay amidst a forest scene at its rear, a sporting dog right and fox left. ''Veit Klett'' and ''in Suhl'' are inlaid in gold left and right and the hammers are decorated, chiseled and pierced with dragon's head noses, each with gold inlaid eyes;. The locks feature a safety rest which keeps the hammer off the face of the nipple, square protrusions extend from the left and right lockplate and engage a flat resting spot on the lower portion of the hammer, when the hammer is brought to the half-cock position these safety rests disengage and retract back into the lockplate, allowing the hammer full travel from full cock to ignition. The arm features ornate German silver hardware with a chiseled and engraved tailpipe showing a nesting bird, a foliate and scroll front extension with a bird of prey perched, with stag and doe in a woodland seen on the bow of the guard, flanked by open scroll. The German silver buttplate shows some light engraving with flowing scroll and a fox game scene on the upper tang, the quality of the work excellent. The gun is stocked in what is likely French walnut showing some very nice grain figure in the butt and the expected light dings and handling marks here and there, with a small sliver missing ahead of the right lock. The wrist is finely checkered, this accented with open carved flowing scroll and floral motifs, the right pattern with an image of the green man at its rear. There is a simple fleur-de-lis scroll and checkering at the forestock and some ornate carving to the rear of the flared cheekpiece, with a recumbent sporting dog against a woodland backdrop, mister fox is suspended from the branch of a nearby tree. The hammers are in time and the locks seem to function well mechanically, the right hammer showing an old brazed repair to its spur, but it was well done and is unobtrusive. What is likely the original bone-tipped ramrod is present. While Veit Klett does not make himself easily found, he is likely a descendent of Johan Christian Klett, Veit was a family name on his wife's side, the Klett family extremely prolific gunmakers in the city of Suhl. A lovely and quality-made percussion double. (3F9670-306) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Winchester Model 21 Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #341 (Sale Order 341 of 601)

serial #22857, 12 ga., 30'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original blue with a small cluster of miniscule marks on the belly near the forend metal and very faint silvering at the muzzles, there is a professionally raised dent about 8'' back from the muzzle on the right tube, it is well-done and unobtrusive. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock with red Winchester pad and beavertail forend are near excellent as having a very light coat of varnish some time ago and a tiny 1/4'' drying crack on the right-side butt, there are just a few light handling marks and the figure is nice with particularly attractive feathercrotch along the forend. The length-of-pull is 14 3/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2''. The frame, interior forend metal and barrels are all stamped with matching ''22857'', the safety is automatic, the single trigger is selective and the barrels lock-up tight and on-face. The Model 21 is a timeless and popular double among collectors of fine firearms, this example was likely manufactured in the Late-40s and remains in overall near excellent condition. (22C9908-17) {C&R} (4000/6000)

Fine U.S. Navy Winchester-Lee Model 1895 Bolt Action Rifle-Musket with Fort Mifflin Tag

Lot #342 (Sale Order 342 of 601)

serial #19222, 6mm Lee Navy, 28" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 85% original blue with most of the loss due to the exposed areas of the barrel toning to a deep brown patina and showing a few scattered patches of old light pitting along with an area of light oxidation staining along the receiver ring, light freckling and handling marks. The barrel bands and buttplate have mostly flaked to gray-brown patina while the front sight hood retains generous amounts of original bright blue and the small parts of the action likewise retain most of their bright blue. All markings remain crisp and clear, the receiver ring with proper U.S.N. marking, naval anchor, serial number and "J.N.J." inspector. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition retaining most of their arsenal oil finish showing some scattered light dings, a few shallow tiny chips along some edges and mild handling marks, a bit more noticeable along the toe line. The stock shows a small star inspector stamp at the heel and the rear sling swivel is somewhat loose in its mount. The action seems to function well mechanically and the rifle includes an interesting brass naval inventory disc that is stamped on the front "U. S. N. / (Anchor) / FORT MIFFLIN" with inventory number "111" on the back. Fort Mifflin was commissioned on the banks of the Delaware River outside of Philadelphia in 1771 and was decommissioned in 1954 and continues to serve as a museum and the only intact fort complex in Philadelphia. A very attractive Lee Navy not often seen in such nice condition. (13B9807-56) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

British Home Guard Ross M-10 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #343 (Sale Order 343 of 601)

serial #12593, 303 British, 30 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple tiny freckles nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain perhaps 60% plus arsenal refurbished blue showing areas of moderate silvering along the high edges, the barrel showing some very fine scattered pinprick pitting and is mostly toning to a pleasant deep gray patina along with some areas of light oxidation staining here and there. There is a small shallow dent on the right side of the magazine and the name "Simpson" and a few tiny indecipherable letters scratched at the edge of the triggerguard adjacent to the magazine. The left edge of the receiver and bolt stop show fading original case-hardened colors while the bolt body itself retains much of its lovely vibrant colors. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "HG" stamped in the left barrel shank along with the added Home Guard serial number. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and nicely refinished showing a small moderate dent on the left side forearm, a 1 1/4" hairline crack behind the right receiver rail, a neatly repaired u-shaped crack below the right side rear sight bridge and a few other more minor handling marks. The stock still retains some good markings with visible "B. OF M. / H G" stamp on the right side butt and some inspector markings at the edges on either side of the barrel shank. The original sights and sling swivels are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example that saw auxiliary service in the Second World War. (13A9807-222) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1000/1500)

Fine & Scarce Canadian Ross MK II** Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #344 (Sale Order 344 of 601)

303 British, 30 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome rifle are a relatively even mix of pleasant dark pewter patina and fading blue-gray original finish showing silvering along the high edges, a few scattered light dings and a small spot of light oxidation staining on the barrel. There are a few tiny dings atop the rear sight base and the screw heads of the distinctive arsenal-fitted MK II** rear charger bridge show slot wear but this is unobtrusive and all markings remain intact and strong. The bolt body retains 90% plus original vibrant case-hardened colors showing some silvering along the knob and strong protective lacquer and the extractor shows 95% brilliant original fire blue. The smooth walnut stock and handguards remain in very fine condition retaining most of their arsenal oil finish showing some scattered light dings and the expected overall minor handling marks. The stock markings have softened very slightly and are otherwise intact and legible showing "380" on the pistolgrip and the right side butt with Quebec cartouche, mark designation and "645 / 1911 CH" denoting year of production and the original assigned serial number. There are four lines of crossed-out markings above the serial number that appear to be unit markings and they are rather difficult to decipher. There is also a metal disc pinned into the toe line stamped with a large "11". All of the sling swivels and the front sight hood are intact, the rear aperture sight fitted to the charger bridge has been removed but the correct Sutherland rear sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. It is estimated that only about 13,700 long-barreled MK II Ross rifles were produced; this example remains in fine condition and would make an excellent addition to any martial collection. (13C9807-237) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

Rare U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver

Lot #345 (Sale Order 345 of 601)

serial #2007, 44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a good bore showing scattered areas of light pitting, minor frosting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This revolver is listed in the survey of U.S. purchased nickel-plated first model revolvers. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original nickel finish, the loss due to overall flaking to dark gray patina also showing some scattered minor pinprick pitting, bubbling and light dings. Some of the screw heads show moderate slot wear, the barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and clear as does the proper "US" at the rear of the rib and there is a small "A" inspector stamp on the left side of the topstrap and frame. The trigger and latch have mostly toned to a deep gray patina while the hammer is a more mild gray showing some hints of smoky case-hardened colors in the protected areas. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition as lightly cleaned showing a couple minor dings and light handling marks. The right panel is numbered "27400" and the left is un-numbered and shows no visible cartouche though their fit to the frame is otherwise very good. The remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of lateral play and the action generally seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up a little loose. The cylinder bolt is somewhat worn and with the hammer down the cylinder will counter-rotate. A fine example of the rarer nickel-plated U.S. contract revolver, only about 200 of which were supplied, which would make an excellent addition to any advanced U.S. military or Smith & Wesson collection. (13D9474-73) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (7000/9000)

Cased Tranter Third Model Two-Trigger Percussion Revolver

Lot #346 (Sale Order 346 of 601)

serial #14763.T, 54 bore (.44 cal), 6" octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing light pitting throughout and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 80% original bright blue with scattered areas flaking to gray-brown patina, a few small areas of light oxidation staining and scattered handling marks. There are some moderate dings along the bottom right edge of the frame and underside of the barrel, mostly around the base pin from improper removal attempts and the base pin itself is a nice quality period replacement. The cylinder with reeded edge has toned to a pleasant deep gray patina showing some scattered flakes of silvery case-hardened patina while the nipples are clean and show a pale straw finish. The double trigger, Tranter patent loading lever and hammer are mostly bright showing some scattered mild gray freckling. There is a thin stress crack forming at the back neck of the hammer but this is relatively unobtrusive and the screw heads show light slot wear. A number of screw heads retain generous bright fire blue, the front sight also with a few flakes of bright blue and the frame is tastefully embellished with nice quality English scrollwork, the cylinder shows Birmingham black powder proofs and the frame shows a small "F.O." stamped on the left side. The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition having darkened somewhat from the years and showing a few light handling marks and crisp diamond point checkering. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The original mahogany case rates very fine showing some scattered light dings, fine scratches and minor scuffs along the exterior, otherwise retaining much of its original varnish. The interior is lined in green baize which shows some areas of minor staining and light scuffs; there are a few small loose spacers and the edge of one compartment is loose. The case holds an assortment of period accessories including a number of cast lead bullets, key for the functioning lock, a small empty wooden container that shows a number of extensive glue repairs, nearly full japanned tin of Eley percussion caps with label partially intact, a nice ebony cleaning rod with brass jag tip and a very fine James Dixon & Sons powder flask that retains about 70% silver finish thinning to ocher brass and showing a small moderate dent at one edge and the spring with nice fire blue. A very nice cased example of these mechanically interesting and rather advanced percussion revolvers. (13B9833-74) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Excellent British Webley MK V Double Action Revolver

Lot #347 (Sale Order 347 of 601)

serial #142892, 455 Webley, 4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely 1915-dated revolver retain about 97% original blue showing some faint edge wear, very mild thinning along the gripstraps and triggerguard, a few minor handling marks and one or two tiny freckles. The small parts retain a similar amount of their original black enamel finish showing a little thinning along the hammer spur and a few tiny flakes. All markings remain crisp and clear and there are opposing broad arrow out-of-service stamps on both the left side frame and barrel but no other import marks or export proofs. Interestingly, the barrel shows a 1914 proof date but the frame is dated 1915, very likely the revolver was made around the year change. The original black checkered horn grips remain in very fine condition showing one tiny insect bite along the edge of the left panel and some crackling and thin drying cracks along the bases of either panel, more noticeable along the left. This is very unobtrusive and almost unavoidable given the nature of the material and the grips are otherwise very nice still even retaining their broad arrow proofs near the bases. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action also seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. Military Webley revolvers in such nice original condition are almost unheard of and this example would make a wonderful addition to any British martial collection. (13B9882-12) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Antique Burl Walnut Cylinder Top Desk The Personal Property of William B. Ruger Sr.

Lot #348 (Sale Order 348 of 601)

This is a lovely Eastlake-style cylinder top kneehole desk that was owned and used for years by William Batterman Ruger Sr. who needs no introduction here. The desk is constructed of oak with a lovely walnut burl veneer, the hidden interior bones constructed of pine. Dating to the 19th Century and once owned by Attorney and U.S. Senator Chancey Mitchell Depew, this is really a fantastic example of the cylinder design exhibiting high craftsmanship and attention to detail. The top cylinder and work surface of the desk is set on two pedestals of four drawers each, the right bank modified during the period of use into a single top drawer with simple four position vertical file beneath, suitable for ledger books or similar types of files, hidden beneath pivoting door which mimics the façade of the other drawers on the piece. The center cabinet section behind the kneehole has double doors, the left features a hidden fastener which, when the door is unlocked serves to free it for opening (currently does not function). The edge of the pedestals flanking the drawers show small incise-carved pillars accenting the raised burl veneer panels and the drawer pulls are cupped under-cut nickel silver-colored art deco-era replacements, each with a small geometric motif cast-in. The upper cylinder frame and work surface area of the desk features four oak cubbies, each to left and right, with lightly carved façade accents, these mounted above the four functional drawers with button accented pulls and a larger open center cubby. There is a pull-out working surface with five dummy-front drawers at its rear, which match identically the functional drawers above them. These are concealed when the writing surface is slid back into the desk for locking of the complete unit, and are exposed giving the appearance of eight drawers when the work surface is deployed. There is a leather writing surface set in the center of the pullout work surface, with embossed inner edge, the outer edge embossed with gold imprinted open foliate and floral decoration, the surface proper measuring 44'' by 17 1/4'' in depth, the surface showing a couple minor scuffs but remaining in excellent condition overall. There is a keyed lock atop the façade which actuated an automatic locking system that locks the pivoting top of the desk and left bank of drawers shut; the interior locking bar was removed years ago and it is currently not functional but could likely be restored if one wished. There is a short 5'' façade atop the top-most flat surface of the desk, also showing two very nice raised burl panels with a circular carved oak ''bull's-eye'' between the two, a stepped oak grooved pillar above this. The overall condition is about excellent showing much original varnish with some light wear here and there, perhaps the very sparsely scattered very light drying crack, but drawers, pivoting top, work surface and all doors are fully functional. The outside dimensions of the desk are 60'' wide by 50'' to the top shelf, 55 3/8'' to the top of the rear accenting façade. The desk is 31 1/2'' deep when the writing surface is stowed, with work surface extended it is roughly 43'' deep. British architect and furniture designer Charles Eastlake was responsible for ''The Eastlake Movement'' generally considered part of the late Victorian period. Eastlake felt that the furniture in people's homes should be as good looking as it was functional and should be made by craftsmen who enjoyed their work. Included with the desk is a copy of Ruger & His Guns in-which the desk is pictured; a copy of After the Hunt, The Art Collection of William B Ruger, a black and white glossy photo of Bill Ruger holding a Ruger Blackhawk, the desk pictured over his left shoulder; a color photo of the desk in Ruger's office in Connecticut (the identical image used in the book); and a glossy color photo of Ruger and his son Tom in front of the desk. Also included is a May 12, 2020 dated hand-written statement in blue ball point pen from Caroline Ruger Vogel, Bill's daughter, authenticating the desk and a very nicely made custom-engraved plaque mentioning that the desk belonged to Ruger and that it was used by him at the Southport office from 1959 until his retirement in 2000; it is unfastened and unmounted but includes brass screws should you wish to mount the plaque somewhere on the desk. This desk is well-documented, published and has unquestionable provenance. This would be the ultimate centerpiece for the advanced Ruger collector. (39798-1) (4000/6000)

Scarce Belgian Model 1877 Gendarmerie Double Barrel Rolling Block Pistol by Nagant

Lot #349 (Sale Order 349 of 601)

serial #1692, 9.4mm Nagant, 5 1/2" barrels with bright near excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this interesting pistol retain about 90% original blue showing some moderate high edge and holster wear, an area of mild dings on the left side frame, and some smaller dings and handling marks scattered about. The hammer, breechblock and trigger retain generous amounts of bright fire blue, remaining particularly brilliant along the sides showing some moderate overall silvering, light freckling and a tiny spot of pinprick pitting on the right side breechblock. The action pin retainer plate is toning to a pale straw tone and a number of the screw heads also retain remnants of fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong with "EM & L NAGANT / LIEGE" and "BREVET / NAGANT" on the right side frame, "W / 1692" on the butt and small Belgian inspector stamps throughout. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in about very good plus condition having darkened somewhat from the years and showing a few scattered lightly chipped points and some overall light dings. All of the serialized parts are matching, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. Nagant's improvements of the rolling block action include rebounding hammers and a unique single mechanical trigger. A very fine example of these desirable Belgian police pistols, about 2000 of which were produced. (13B9670-487) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Belgian Model 1877 Gendarmerie Double Barrel Rolling Block Pistol by Nagant

Lot #350 (Sale Order 350 of 601)

serial #4480, 9.4mm Nagant, 5 1/2" barrels with mostly bright very good bores showing some scattered areas of light pitting and mild oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this pistol have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered light dings and areas of old minor pitting. The hammers and breechblock retain hints of bright fire blue in the protected areas, the screw heads show some light slot wear and all markings otherwise remain intact and strong with "EM & L NAGANT / LIEGE" and "BREVET / NAGANT" on the right side frame, "W / 1692" on the butt, Remington patent on the left side frame and small Belgian inspector stamps throughout. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very good condition showing overall darkening from the years, some scattered lightly chipped points and minor dings. This example appears to have been arsenal reworked at some point as the external numbers on the hammers and breechblock have been scrubbed and most of the other numbered parts appear to be re-struck. The lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. Nagant's improvements of the rolling block action include rebounding hammers and a unique single mechanical trigger. A good example of these interesting Belgian police pistols, about 2000 of which were produced. (13B9857-16) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Civil War Carbine

Lot #351 (Sale Order 351 of 601)

serial #50008, .52 cal, 22" six-groove barrel with a partially bright good bore showing a few scattered rings of moderate oxidation and pitting with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this carbine have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with areas along the barrel taking on more of a brown patina also showing some scattered light dings, small tool marks and areas of cleaned old pitting. All of the markings remain completely intact and actually quite crisp and the inside surfaces of the patchbox cover show remnants of color case-hardening, crisp sub-inspector stamp and arsenal punch-mark. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in about very good condition showing some scattered dings and mild abrasions, one area a bit more moderate along the left side butt, a couple repaired thin cracks at the toe and a repaired small chip at the top corner of the stock above the lockplate. Stock fit remains very good overall and there is a faint ghostly remnant of a cartouche on the left side wrist. The barrel is matching the frame, the saddle ring is missing from the bar but all other hardware is intact including the pellet priming mechanism and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the history and particulars of this carbine model. A solid honest Sharps carbine with a lot of character. (13A9739-5) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Sharps New Model 1863 Percussion Civil War Carbine

Lot #352 (Sale Order 352 of 601)

serial #75722, .52 cal, 22" six-groove barrel with a fair bore showing moderate oxidation and pitting throughout the grooves, a bit heavier nearer the breech and good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this carbine have mostly toned to a mix of deep pewter and dark gray patina showing some scattered remnants of light pitting that have mostly smoothed-over from the years and some minor handling marks. The barrel maker markings and patent date on the left side action have softened somewhat but remain mostly intact and the other markings are strong and legible. The inside surfaces of the patchbox cover show good case-hardened colors, crisp sub-inspector stamp and arsenal punch-mark. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in about good condition having darkened from the years, the forend showing a few small moderate abrasions and the buttstock a little shy of the metal overall with scattered light dings and a small hole atop of the comb and on the left side. The barrel is matching the frame and all hardware is intact including the pellet priming mechanism and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of these iconic Civil War carbines. (13A9833-36) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Sharps New Model 1859 Cartridge-Converted Carbine

Lot #353 (Sale Order 353 of 601)

serial #44728, 50-70, 22" three-groove barrel with a mostly bright good bore showing some overall light pitting and frosting with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered spots of old minor oxidation staining and streaks of arsenal blue finish here and there. The remaining surfaces have toned to gray-brown patina and are otherwise similar to the barrel showing a small raised area of metal at the bottom right edge where the breechblock pin locks into place. The screw heads show some light slot wear and the barrel markings are no longer visible but the rear sight patent markings are strong and the frame markings also remain mostly legible. The inside surfaces of the patchbox cover show smoky case-hardened colors, crisp sub-inspector stamp and arsenal punch-mark. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in about good condition having darkened from the years and the buttstock showing a thin 5" crack on either side along with a couple smaller more minor drying cracks, scattered light dings and some spots a little shy of the metal; there are faint remnants of a cartouche along the left side butt. The barrel is matching the frame and also stamped with matching extractor assembly number, the firing pin is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13A9833-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot #354 (Sale Order 354 of 601)

serial #16824, .50 cal, 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this fine carbine retains about 97% original blue with most of the loss due to a number of thin minor scratches on the right side ahead of the octagonal portion and a few scattered small specks of old oxidation. The action is muting to a nice smooth silvery gray case-hardened patina showing a little minor speckling and some light stains with generous smoky colors throughout remaining quite vibrant along the left side and protected areas. The buttplate retains generous flaking bright blue and the action small parts retain about 98% original blue, some of the screw heads thinning to gray and showing some very mild slot wear. All markings remain completely intact and crisp; interestingly the left side frame was originally stamped with the maker markings, the Maynard patent information subsequently stamped over them. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its original oil finish and showing some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock fit is excellent and the left side wrist shows two crisp inspector cartouches. The original sights and saddle ring are intact, the barrel locks up well and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Maynard for the antique arms collector. (13C9833-9) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Very Fine Johnson Automatics Model 1941 Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #355 (Sale Order 355 of 601)

serial #A7387, 30-06, 22" 41-dated barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 97-98% original Parkerized finish showing some mild high edge wear, a few tiny spots of minor oxidation staining along the bottom of the magazine and some areas of mild discoloration along the barrel shroud. The meter rear sight retains most of its black enamel finish showing a few minor flakes and all markings are crisp and clear with the right side rear of the receiver stamped with Cranston Arms Co. logo and small Dutch acceptance star. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining strong arsenal oil finish and showing some scattered light dings, a few mild abrasions and a shallow old chip at the right edge behind the stripper clip guide. As-is typical, the barrel and bolt are numbered differently and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely example of these interesting and desirable American rifles. (13B9807-184) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3500/5000)

Rare Model 1941 Johnson Rifle Bayonet

Lot #355A (Sale Order 356 of 601)

Pairs with the Model 1941 Johnson Semi-Automatic rifle. 12'' overall length, 8'' beak-tipped triangular blade with hollow-ground flutes extending into a short shank with a muzzle ring at the base. The ''grip'' consists of a layered spring steel catch and a flat plate milled with notches and cutouts to accept the muzzle of the rifle, fastened together by large rivet on the underside. The muzzle ring is numbered “3694”. The bayonet is in excellent condition, retaining about 98% original parkerized finish with the barest hints of silvering at the edges and no discernible handling marks or blemishes. The included correct leather sheath is also in attractive condition, rating near excellent with only surface-level scuffs and a bit of wrinkling on the belt hanger; the leather remains supple with no loss or separation and the stitching is tight and complete. A splendid example to complete one’s Johnson Rifle ensemble. (129807-185A) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (300/500)

U.S. M1D Garand Sniper Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #356 (Sale Order 357 of 601)

serial #674968, 24" 7-51-dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this DCM rifle retain about 98% arsenal refurbished gray Parkerized finish showing a few scattered specks of minor discoloration and some minor handling marks. The original markings remain unmolested and quite crisp overall. The included M84 scope is serial numbered "36105" and retains about 96% original blue showing a few scattered tiny specks of mild oxidation staining and one small area of loss from oxidation staining along the sunshade; the mount retains about 98% Parkerized finish. The scope features fine single post and crosshair reticle with very nice optics that are just a touch discolored. The smooth walnut stock and handguards remain in very fine condition as-arsenal-refurbished showing a few scattered light dings and mild dents, a tiny shallow chip at the toe and some other light handling marks. There is a crisp non-serif "P" firing proof on the pistolgrip and nice DoD cartouche on the left side. The leather cheekpiece is marked "MRT / 10 52" and rates very fine to near excellent showing some light handling marks. The trigger housing is a Winchester part but most of the other major components appear to be of Springfield Armory manufacture and the action seems to function well mechanically. The rifle includes its original shipping box, accessories, paperwork and extra sling; the box rating good showing some light staining and moderate scuffs around the ends. The oil brush, sling, cleaning implements, lubricant and carrying case all remain sealed in their arsenal packaging and the opened scope packaging is numbered in pen matching the scope. Also included is a Basic Issue Items List addressed to Tooele Army Depot from USAWECOM in Rock Island and a DD Form 1348-1A dated 1995 showing shipment from the Defense Distribution Depot in Anniston listing the arm by serial number and as an M1D, Condition A, Service Grade. A very fine example for the U.S. martial collector. (13B9807-286) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3000/5000)

U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by International Harvester

Lot #357 (Sale Order 358 of 601)

serial #4448248, 30-06, 24'' 1-53 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original parkerized finish with overall thinning, light wear on the high edges and contact points, oxidation staining on the stamped triggerguard, and a few light handling marks. The walnut stock is in about very good to very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with an excellent arsenal quality repair to the buttstock at the buttplate, a small chip at the heel, and a few scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock is marked with a softened DoD acceptance stamp on the left side, and a softened circled ''P'' proof on the inside of the pistolgrip; the barrel channel is boldly stamped ''OR 1792''. The receiver and barrel markings, as well as the drawing numbers, remain crisp, and all marked parts are of ''IHC'' manufacture; the exception to this being the barrel, as International Harvester subcontracted barrel manufacture to LMR, and the barrel is correctly marked so. An aperture insert has been neatly placed in the rear sight, reducing the size of the aperture. The rifle correctly features a 2-slot gas plug, marked ''IHC'', a stamped triggerguard, and T105 rear sight drums. An attractive all-matching International Harvester M1 Garand. (14A9807-284) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. M1 Garand ''Type 1'' National Match Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #358 (Sale Order 359 of 601)

serial #6099494, 30-06, 24'' 7-56 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore with a few specks of oxidation near the muzzle. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original dark gray-green parkerized finish with very light operational wear on the bolt and receiver, and a few very light handling marks. The walnut stock is in excellent condition with a few light handling marks, and the stock is marked with a crisp DoD acceptance stamp on the left side and a crisp circled ''P'' proof on the inside of the pistolgrip; the last four digits of the serial number are penciled inside the barrel channel. The receiver markings remain crisply struck, all parts appear to be post-WWII Springfield Armory manufacture, the barrel is marked ''T'' for targeted and bears the correct drawing number, and is marked ''NM (star)'' on the left side between the gas cylinder rings. While there is no corroborating paperwork included, the serial number of the rifle is within the correct N.M. range. An altogether excellent example of the early National Match M1s, from before the rules were relaxed to allow greater modification. (14B9807-276) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

Interesting U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by Springfield Armory with Offset Markings

Lot #359 (Sale Order 360 of 601)

serial #3794521, 30-06, 24'' 5-45 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original dark parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, light thinning with light oxidation staining on the stock ferrule and handguard metal, and scattered light handling marks. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a few scattered light impact and handling marks, primarily around the pistolgrip and triggerguard on the right side. The stock is marked a largely crisp boxed ''S.A. / N.F.R.'' and Ordnance Wheel that show light fading near the top of the marks, a partial circled ''P'' proof is stamped behind the triggerguard, and a small but clear Ordnance Wheel is stamped on the underside of the pistolgrip; the stock markings are correct for the serial number of the rifle. The receiver markings are crisp but are curiously struck off-center toward the right edge, causing it to read ''U.S. RIFL / CAL. 30 (partial M) / SPRINGFIE / ARMOR''. All marked parts are of Springfield Armory manufacture and are dated to approximately 1945, and the operating rod has not been relief cut. The rifle features a stamped triggerguard, 2-slot gas plug, and the Type 2 ''lock-bar'' rear sight drums. A fine example of a late WWII produced rifle that appears to have avoided arsenal rework. (14B9807-280) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

Excellent Polish Eagle VIS-35 Semi-Auto Pistol by Radom

Lot #360 (Sale Order 361 of 601)

serial #32930, 9mm, 4 5/8" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a stunning 1939-dated pistol retaining about 99% original blue showing some very faint silvering along some high edges of the slide and grip safety, a hint of silvering from decocker use and a few scattered very light handling marks. The barrel remains bright, the grip screws are immaculate and, along with the extractor and other small internal parts, retain almost all of their brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and crisp, the left side slide showing the iconic Polish Eagle. The original checkered black Bakelite grips with "VIS" on the right and "FB" on the left remain in excellent condition showing just a couple sparsely scattered tiny handling marks. The serialized parts are matching, one correct magazine with Polish inspector stamps is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a truly wonderful pistol that would be nearly impossible to improve upon and would make an excellent addition to any fine military arms collection. (13C9837-5) {C&R} (4000/6000)

Early & Desirable Polish Eagle VIS-35 Semi-Auto Pistol by Radom

Lot #361 (Sale Order 362 of 601)

serial #1336, 9mm, 4 5/8" barrel with a bright very good plus to near excellent bore showing a hint of faint frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive 1936-dated pistol retain about 90% original blue showing thinning to pewter-gray patina along the high edges, frontstrap and triggerguard, a small area worn to pewter along the right side slide and the slide showing a number of scattered light dings and handling marks that are mostly unobtrusive, one small one a bit more moderate at the front lower edge. The barrel remains bright showing a couple mild gray freckles and the grip screws, extractor and other small internal parts retain much of their lovely fire blue. All markings remain intact and crisp, the left side slide with the iconic Polish Eagle and the frame with "9L" on the left side and "S" on the right, perhaps unit markings of some kind. The original checkered black Bakelite grips with "VIS" on the right and "FB" on the left remain in very fine condition, the left panel showing a tiny chip at the bottom edge, the right with a hairline crack near the top screw along with some overall light handling marks. Strangely, the slide and its attendant parts are mismatched from the frame but still quite close, numbered "1441"; its fit to the frame is excellent and it has certainly been with this pistol for quite some time. The mainspring housing, grip safety and hammer are all matching the frame. One correct magazine with Polish inspection stamps is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive and early example of these superb military pistols. (13C9837-2) {C&R} (3500/5000)

Polish Eagle VIS-35 Semi-Auto Pistol by Radom

Lot #362 (Sale Order 363 of 601)

serial #7532, 9mm, 4 5/8" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a couple errant freckles in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this fine 1937-dated pistol retain about 92% original blue showing some silvering due to light high edge and holster wear overall, thinning along the slide stop and grip safety and the slide showing a couple small thin scratches and specks of light oxidation staining along the high edges that are mostly unobtrusive. The barrel remains mostly bright showing a couple of mild brown freckles, the grips screws show a hint of minor slot wear but otherwise retain most of their brilliant fire blue, the smaller internal parts also showing nice fire blue. All markings remain intact and crisp, the left side slide showing the iconic Polish Eagle. The original checkered Bakelite grips with "VIS" on the right and "FB" are actually more of a deep brown tone under bright light, though not the paler color of the later occupation pistols, and remain in near excellent condition showing a few scattered light handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching, one correct magazine with Polish inspector stamps is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very nice and still quite early example of these desirable Polish arms. (13C9837-10) {C&R} (3500/5000)

German P.35 (p) Semi-Auto Pistol By Radom

Lot #363 (Sale Order 364 of 601)

serial #R8154, 9 mm, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright about excellent bore showing strong evident rifling with some very fine frosting and a few specks of fine oxidation. The metal surfaces on this type II three lever, non-slotted pistol retain about 85% evenly thinning original blue toning to brown with some sparse fine oxidation, light edge and operational wear at the decocking lever and grip safety. The original black checkered plastic grips remain very good plus showing minimal wear. All serialized parts are matching and the left side of the slide and frame have appropriate E/77 and "(eagle) / 623" waffenamt markings, the mainspring is un-numbered. Included is a single magazine with (K) marked on the heel of the spine. A nice, honest type II Nazi-occupied pistol, (5A9804-20) {C&R] (1200/1800)

Scarce Steyr-Assembled German P.35(p) Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #364 (Sale Order 365 of 601)

serial #K9028, 9mm, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this desirable late-war pistol retain perhaps 90% original gray-green phosphate finish with most of the loss due to some scattered areas of light to perhaps moderate oxidation staining more prominent along the left side slide, some high edge wear and handling marks. The hammer, grip screws and rear sight show a dark dull blue finish and the Radom-proofed slide stop shows a tempered fire blue finish. The left side of the slide is marked with the F. B. Radom information which is somewhat soft but completely legible and the arm does not appear to bear any Waffenamts or firing proofs beyond a single Steyr "(Eagle) / 623" on the barrel lug. The grooved hardwood grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition, the right panel showing a few small dings and the grip screws with light slot wear. All of the serialized parts are matching, the action seems to function well mechanically and the pistol includes one correct late-style magazine with "(Eagle) / 623" Waffenamt along the right edge. According to serial numbers listed in Jan C. Still's book, this is very likely one of the last pistols assembled, the last number listed being "K9150". A very attractive example that would make an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13B9807-348) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3000/4000)

Fine Pair of French Model An XIII Flintlock Cavalry Pistols Captured in the Battle of Albuera

Lot #365 (Sale Order 366 of 601)

.70 cal, 8" round barrels with lightly oxidized bores. The metal surfaces of both pistols have mostly toned to a pleasant pewter gunmetal patina mixing with areas of darker gray smoothed-over light pitting and some other minor handling marks. The brass hardware has toned to a nice untouched ocher patina showing some mild tarnishing and some light dings mostly along the butts. The lockplates of both pistols show manufacture by Charleville, the markings being quite soft overall but still mostly legible, the tang model markings are no longer present and there are ghostly remnants of proofs at the breeches. The brass parts however retain strong markings with nice French inspector stamps throughout and the butts with a large "JW" or "IW" engraved in script. The front bands also show a wonderful matching inscription "Taken from a Polish Lancer / in the Battle of Albuera / Spain, May 16, 1811", clearly done by the same hand and completely consistent with the period. The walnut stocks remain in about very fine condition showing the overall light dings and handling marks one would expect. One pistol shows a tiny hole on the left side below the flat and the other pistol shows a few small drying cracks at the rear lock screw and either end of the lockplate with a small period repair to a 1" crack behind the lockplate. Both stocks retain otherwise excellent metal-to-wood fit with good edges and both show a large carved starburst ahead of the triggerguard and a notch behind the lockplate that were certainly done during the period of use. The ramrod on one pistol appears to be a more modern quality replacement while the other is original, and both locks seem to function well mechanically. The Battle of Albuera was an engagement during the Peninsular War (1807-1814) which saw Spain, Portugal and Great Britain pitted against the French Empire and its allies for control of the Iberian Peninsula; the end result a long and hard-won victory by the coalition. The Battle of Albuera itself apparently had little effect on the overall outcome of the war but research confirms that the Polish Uhlan unit the 1st Vistulan Lancers did play a major role in the battle and were arguably one of the finest cavalry units in Napoleon's army. The lancers single-handedly destroyed three British foot regiments and captured numerous colors. Evidently the British did make off with at least one pair of lancer's pistols. A very fine and honest pair of French pistols with wonderful inscriptions and history that would make a spectacular addition to any antique martial arms collection. (13D9849-3,4) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

Very Scarce Prussian Model 1742 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol From Potsdam

Lot #366 (Sale Order 367 of 601)

.69 cal, 14 1/2'' barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a fine uncut example of these long Prussian cavalry pistols. The barrel is an overall soft brown patina showing some spots of scattered pitting, its brass blade front sight remains intact. The stepped lockplate with pronounced teat at rear is a similar soft brown patina and features a faceted pan with unbridled frizzen and is marked ''Potzdammagaz'', only a portion of which is still visible. The brass stock band, tailpipes, faceted triggerguard, side plate and a dual-lobed buttcap are all a very pleasing deep ochre patina with the expected minor handling marks here and there from the years, the lanyard loop on the buttcap is missing leaving only a vacant hole. The walnut stock rates very fine for its age with crisp edges on the island carving surrounding the ramrod rib, the stock flats and dovetail tang. There is a small chip along the barrel line ahead of the lock plate and a couple very minor cracks but they are unobtrusive. It exhibits the overall expected dings and handling marks that come from an issued arm but no evidence of cleaning. The oval monogram plate atop the wrist has been cleaned with no remnants of the original marking remaining. There is a later replacement ramrod included and the arm will hold on half-cock but not at full cock. A fine and very seldom-encountered long-length Prussian cavalry pistol, possibly used on these shores by the Hessians during the War for American Independence. (39670-445) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

British Pattern 1759 Light Dragoon Flintlock Pistol with J. & W. Richards Lock

Lot #367 (Sale Order 368 of 601)

.69 cal, 9" barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This pistol has been re-converted to flint utilizing a correct style antique lock and parts, the breech showing a noticeable halo around the enlarged flash hole. The metal surfaces of this pistol show evidence of an old cleaning, the barrel a silvery pewter patina showing some sparsely scattered cleaned light pitting, a bit more moderate nearer the breech. The lockplate is similar with the pitting a bit heavier overall and partially smoothed-over showing some fracturing of the frizzen spring. The lockplate is banana-shaped with pronounced teat at the rear, bridled frizzen and simple line bordering. There is no visible date at the rear but "J & W RICHARDS" remains legible along with a good "(Crown) / GR" Royal Cypher in the center and any proof marks along the breech are no longer visible. The brass hardware has toned to a pleasant ocher patina showing a few mild handling marks and the ramrod thimble is somewhat loose. The smooth walnut stock remains in about good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing a number of small cracks near the lock and sideplate, a number of shallow smoothed-over chips more noticeable at the upper tang, a small hole along the right side above the rear barrel pin and some other handling marks. A simple antique hickory ramrod is included and the lock remains functional. A good "example" piece of these desirable British martial pistols. (13B9833-57) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Scottish All-Metal Flintlock Martial Pistol by John Waters

Lot #368 (Sale Order 369 of 601)

.58 cal, 7" round barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The iron surfaces of this attractive pistol have mostly toned to a mild gunmetal patina showing some sparsely scattered small areas toning to brown and some minor smoothed-over light pitting. The breech shows proper period British proof marks that remain intact and strong with "(Crown) / P", "(Crown) / IW" maker stamp and "(Crown) / V". The lock is of typical simple construction with swan neck cock, unbridled frizzen and lightly chiseled frizzen spring and distinctive external half cock notch. There are some light tool marks along the jaw screw and the cock spur shows an old repair that is unobtrusive. The forward top edge of the lockplate shows assembly hash marks "IIVXX", the internal parts of the lock also showing visible assembly marks. The 6 1/8" iron belt hook remains intact mounted on the left side of the frame. The brass frame has toned to a wonderful rich ocher patina and remains in very fine condition showing a thin 1" Y-shaped crack forming at the left edge where the forend steps down along with some scattered light dings most noticeable along the base of the grip and some other minor handling marks. The stock is equipped with a thin tubular tailpipe that holds what appears to be a proper original ramrod. The half cock notch is somewhat worn but will hold if gently manipulated and the lock otherwise seems to function well at full cock. This is a very respectable example of these desirable Scottish pistols as-used by the Highland Regiments. (13B9906-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol by Robert Johnson

Lot #369 (Sale Order 370 of 601)

.54 caliber, 8 1/2" barrel with a lightly oxidized smooth bore. The lock bears standard markings and is dated 1837 and the barrel is marked "U.S. / N.W.P. / P". This is an early 1837 dated pistol which shows honest service. The lockplate is a medium to dark brown patina with some patchy pitting which obscures parts of the marking but it can be made out and the date is clearly visible. The brass pan shows a very rich patina while the barrel, triggerguard and other brightly finished parts show a predominately smooth silvery surface with some scattered very light pitting here and there. All barrel markings remain clear and legible. The walnut stock shows use and some old added light oil finish but retains good edges and shows a very faint outline of the original cartouche on the left stock flat. There are some dings in the stock around the trigger pin on the left stock flat. These attractive pistols saw use in both the Mexican and Seminole wars. A nice example of an early dated Johnson pistol. (1B9833-54) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

Winchester Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #370 (Sale Order 371 of 601)

serial #51853, 40-65, 22'' barrel with a frosted lightly-pitted bore. The barrel and tube are a dusky gray patina with scattered darker blemishes, the barrel address and caliber marking remain crisp and perfectly-legible. The receiver and smooth buttplate are a mixture of silver and gunmetal gray with some minor slot damage on a couple screw heads and the typical scattered blemishes and small rub mark from the ring. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend are excellent and are later-added replacements that fit quite well. Carbine is sighted with a blade front sight missing its bead and a Lyman No. 6 folding leaf sight sits in the rear dovetail. (22B9779-6) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

Custom Winchester Model 1886 Takedown Lever Action Rifle

Lot #371 (Sale Order 372 of 601)

serial #159564A, 33 WCF, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% deep maker blue and have been near fully-engraved with well-done flowing swirls of scroll with stipple-shading and three game scenes: two doe and a buck on the run right, a large grizzly face-to-face with a hunting dog left and a lone doe on the belly. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock and metal-capped forend are excellent with stunning flowing feathercrotch figure throughout becoming iridescent and appearing to change in direct light. The checkering is sharp with a minor handling mark here-or-there and the checkered hard rubber WRA-marked buttplate is excellent. The rifle is factory-sighted with a bead front sight sans bead, semi-buckhorn rear and the takedown feature is smooth. An attractive and unique Winchester rifle for the discerning collector. (22C9779-5) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

Very Fine Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #372 (Sale Order 373 of 601)

serial #43812, 40-82 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore showing some scattered small spots of pinprick pitting and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this lovely 1890-made rifle retains about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to mild high edge wear, a few errant freckles and light handling marks. There are areas thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and a very small moderate ding along the left sharp edge just behind the nosecap that is unobtrusive. The magazine retains about 85% original blue toning overall to a nice smooth gray-brown patina and showing a few small freckles, and some tiny scuff marks at the rear. The action retains about 92% wonderful original case-hardened colors showing some scattered old mild brown freckling from oxidation, and a couple tiny pinprick pits mostly along the high edges, some areas muting along the exterior of the lever and the bottom of the frame mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The colors otherwise remain strong and vibrant with some particularly stunning areas in the protected areas along the lower tang and inside of the lever. The nosecap likewise retains generous vibrant colors throughout showing a little minor brown freckling and the bolt retains about 98% strong original bright blue. The loading gate and trigger show strong original blue, the rear sight, front sight base and magazine hanger also with nice bright blue. All markings remain crisp and clear. The plain walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining about 94% original varnish showing some mild flaking along the forend, a little darkening and some thin streaks from oxidation leaching near the buttplate, along the toe and comb lines and a few small mild abrasions around the upper tang. The initials "BHD" are very lightly scratched behind the lower tang, the crescent steel buttplate is toning to a mix of silvery case-hardened patina and mild brown and the stocks retain excellent metal-to-wood fit. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, small German silver blade and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a wonderful and desirable antique 1886 in seldom-seen condition that would make a superb addition to any advanced Winchester collection. (13E9746-40) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #373 (Sale Order 374 of 601)

serial #322633B, 38 WCF, 20'' barrel with a frosted bore showing strong rifling. The metal surfaces are a mostly dark brown and gunmetal gray with some silvering of the high edges, expected scattered blemishes and crisp factory markings. The elevator is a dull ochre patina with a small convex mark and the caliber mostly-legible. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend are perhaps very good considering their age, there are the expected handling marks throughout and evidence of some cleaning and added finish although the wood is still mostly-proud around the smooth buttplate and the wood is structurally-sound. This 1889-manufactured Third Model Carbine is missing its ring and is equipped with a graduated ladder rear sight and a small blade front. The action remains strong and appears to work as it should. (22B9779-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

Scarce U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #374 (Sale Order 375 of 601)

serial #131062, 45 ACP, 5" Colt barrel with an excellent bore showing very slight streaks of frosting at the breech end. This pistol falls into a range of serial numbers that are somewhat of mystery as they do not appear in Colt legers, shipping records or Government procurement records but they obviously received them as they do appear in the Springfield Armory Research Service material (sadly this gun was not in there). The metal surfaces of this interesting gun retain about 95% original "Army Black" finish, the grip safety and flat mainspring housing are toning to gray with streaks of strong blue remaining, light scattered feathering on the slide and high edge wear. There are a few light assembly and handling marks but the gun remains in excellent condition. All parts appear correct for the period but the magazine catch appears to be a replacement. The grips are factory double diamond checkered walnut in wonderful condition, the left panel is Springfield manufactured and the right Colt. The serial number range of this pistol was originally assigned to Springfield Armory but was reassigned to Colt when Springfield ceased pistol production to concentrate on rifles. Serial numbers between 128,617 and 129,616 are Springfield numbers and are found in Colt's legers but from there to serial no. 133,186 they are not in the factory nor the Government records. The pistols in this serial number range usually have no assembler numbers and lack final acceptance marking on the frame. It is theorized Colt used left over Government frames to assemble them and no final acceptance mark was required as they were already Government property. This gun follows those observations. Frank Hosmer's "H" correctly appears on the top of the barrel, rear of the slide and on the frame above the disconnector hole at the 12 o'clock position. A second "H" with serifs is present on the lower right of the frame at the 5 o'clock position from the disconnector hole and is believed to be a Colt in-house inspection mark. All of the provisional inspection marks by Hosmer are without serifs and as was occasionally observed on guns in this range a "G" for Government contract was applied by Colt is located at the 6 o'clock position. To muddy the waters even further Charles Clawson in Colt .45 Service Pistols indicates Springfield armory reported they assembled close to 1,000 pistols in 1921 and some of the frames may have been in the 127,978 – 133,186 serial number range but kept no records. One thing that is not a mystery is this pistol's fine condition. It includes a two-tone Colt magazine with lanyard loop on the welded baseplate. There were not many guns assembled in this "mystery" range and finding one in as good a condition as this one will be difficult. A great collecting opportunity. (8B9807-273) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3000)

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Ithaca Gun Company

Lot #375 (Sale Order 376 of 601)

serial #1451219, 45 ACP, 5" Flannery barrel with a very lightly frosted bore. Overall, this mid-war produced gun remains in wonderful condition with about 98-99% original Parkerized finish showing scattered light high edge wear, slight thinning on the grip safety and the occasional handling mark. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips features reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and rate excellent. All the parts on the gun are correct for the period of manufacture and it appears to function mechanically. Colonel Frank J. Atwood's acceptance mark is crisp as are the other factory and ordnance markings. The pistol includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company magazine with welded base. This gun has seen very little use in the last seventy-six years and would be a great addition to a WWII martial collection. (8B9807-270) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand

Lot #376 (Sale Order 377 of 601)

serial #1451219, 45 ACP, 5" Flannery barrel with a very lightly frosted bore. This mid-war gun remains in great condition with about 99% original Parkerized finish showing a few insignificant handling marks, assembly mark and one stray oxidation blemish on the triggerguard. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and rate excellent. All the parts on the gun are correct for the period of manufacture and it appears to function mechanically. Colonel Frank J. Atwood's acceptance mark is crisp as are the other factory and ordnance markings. The pistol includes a single General Shaver Division magazine with welded base and unique welded seam running the length of the back of the magazine body. This gun remains in excellent condition and must have spent most of its product life in an armory. (8B9807-272) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/2500)

U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #377 (Sale Order 378 of 601)

serial #591476, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with a very lightly frosted bore. This pistol has been completely refurnished by Augusta Arsenal and has seen light use since then. The metal surfaces retain about 98% reapplied arsenal Parkerized finish showing light high edge wear, a few areas of very light staining from oxidation on the right side of the slide and frame and handling marks. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and rate about good to very good with light to moderate handling marks. Most of the parts on the gun are correct for the period of manufacture, the mainspring housing was changed to the coarse checkered arched variety with a lanyard loop and it appears to function mechanically. The acceptance stamp is very soft but appears to be an "[eagle] / S20", the other factory markings remain strong and there is a crisp "AA" stamped on the left side of the frame forward of the slide stop hole. The pistol includes a single unmarked magazine with welded base. This gun remains in excellent condition and is another variation for the complete martial collector. (8B9807-274) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #378 (Sale Order 379 of 601)

serial #837466, 45 ACP, 5" Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This early war Colt (1942) remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal grade reapplied Parkerized finish, the checkered arched mainspring housing is starting to tone to brown in addition to a few handling marks. The Coltwood synthetic checkered grips feature internal ribs with large reinforcing rings around the screw holes and rate excellent. This gun does not have the ordnance escutcheon but Colonel Waldemar S. Broberg's inspection stamp is present as are the proof marks. The slide is correctly numbered to the gun under the firing pin stop and all parts appear correct for the period of manufacture. The pistol includes a Risdon Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded base and a contemporary Colt commercial magazine. An excellent example of an early war Colt. (8A9830-59) {C&R} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt with Augusta Arsenal Rework Marks

Lot #379 (Sale Order 380 of 601)

serial #516006, 45 ACP, 5" replacement barrel with an excellent bore. As was typical with arsenal rebuilds, several parts on this gun have been replaced when it was refinished. The metal surfaces retain about 99% reapplied arsenal Parkerized finish showing light high edge wear plus a few handling and assembly marks. The grips are later replacement Keyes Fibre checkered synthetic panels with reinforcing ribs on the back and large reinforcing rings around the grip screw holes. The slide is an Ithaca Gun Company replacement with replacement hammer, mainspring housing and slide stop. The "[eagle] / S17" acceptance mark was struck off center but remains visible with strong factory markings and crisp "AA" Augusta Arsenal mark on the left side of the frame. The pistol includes a single post-war military replacement magazine with assembly and manufacturer numbers on the base. This gun did not see much use after it left Augusta and remains in excellent condition as refurbished. (8A9838-1) {C&R} [Bruce Shroyer Collection] (1000/1500)

Interesting British Experimental Single Shot Lever Action Military Rifle

Lot #380 (Sale Order 381 of 601)

577 CF, 34 7/8" barrel with standard Enfield-style rifling and a mostly bright very good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation in the grooves with strong rifling throughout. This rifle appears to be completely unmarked and un-proofed, and its construction suggests it is likely a proof-of-concept arm perhaps assembled by its original inventor. The metal surfaces retain about 95% period reapplied plum-brown finish showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and some sparse remnants of light pitting beneath the finish in some areas. Some of the screw heads show some light slot wear and a number of them retain nice straw color, the rear sight parts also showing some nice fire blue and straw color. The brass buttplate, lower tang, forward lever housing and nosecap have toned to a pleasant deep ocher patina. The smooth walnut stock remains very good plus showing four areas of light scratches or mild abrasions along its length, one small sliver missing along the ramrod channel, scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock was reworked from a percussion arm, the inletting for the lockplate and lock screws having been neatly plugged with walnut and lightly finished-over. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, military-style sights, cleaning rod (modified from a ramrod) and a small brass inventory disc numbered "335". The action seems to function as-intended and is of rather interesting design, the lever system is somewhat reminiscent of the Farquharson although a bit more rudimentary, and connected to the bolt via a small linkage. The bolt is extremely similar to the Thomas Wilson patent rifle that was submitted to the 1866-67 trials, the similarity leads this writer to believe the rifle is mostly likely an early attempt by Wilson. The later system completely dispensed with a lever instead utilizing rotating rear locking lugs, operating in an early straight-pull manner. This rifle locks with a vertical rising locking block connected to the lever locking into about the mid-point of the bolt. The bolt is fitted with an action cover and the claw extractor, rear bolt piece and striker system again are all very similar to the Wilson patent. This fascinating experimental arm would make for an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13C9670-417) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

British Experimental Carle Patent Single Shot Breechloading Needle Rifle

Lot #381 (Sale Order 382 of 601)

.48 cal, 35" barrel with Henry patent rifling and a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation nearer the breech and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some overall light pitting that has mostly smoothed-over and some mild freckling. The action and triggerguard have mostly toned to a pleasant pewter-gray patina showing some remnants of old minor oxidation staining and attractive silvery case-hardened patina. The protected internal surfaces of the action and needle housing retain much of their brilliant fire blue. The rifle is stamped with London black powder proof marks and the top of the action neatly engraved "J. F. C. CARLE. / PATENTEE." The military style smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining strong oil finish and showing a few scattered areas of light scratches, one small hole along the left side butt, scattered light dings and handling marks. There are a few small areas darkened from the years and the stock retains excellent metal-to-wood fit, nice edges, and is equipped with heel and toe plates and a nice horn nosecap. The action is of break-open type similar to the U.S. Gallager carbine utilizing an underlever, there is a leather obturator at the breech and the action is automatically cocked upon opening the lever. The action seems to function well mechanically, there is no cleaning rod present and the arm is equipped with sling swivels and military-style sights. Johannes Friedrich Christian Carl (or sometimes "Carle") was a German arms designer who patented an improvement of the Dreyse system, his design was adopted by the Russian Empire for a short time before the adoption of the Berdan. This rifle was evidently intended for British military testing and remains a very fine example. (13C9670-415) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

British Benson-Poppenburg Patent Single Shot Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #382 (Sale Order 383 of 601)

serial #211, 577 CF, 32 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and receiver retain about 85% original plum-brown finish with most of the loss due to some fine scratches and overall silvering for about 5" around the muzzle, some scattered more minor edge wear and handling marks. The breechblock retains perhaps 50% of a period bright blue finish showing overall thinning and toning to silvery pewter patina along with a few errant freckles and minor handling marks. The barrel bands show evidence of a light cleaning and are now a bright pewter patina with remnants of pinprick pitting and the triggerguard shows strong smoky case-hardened colors throughout. The arm is stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs, the breechblock with "BENSON / & POPPENBURG'S / PATENT" and all visibly numbered parts of the breech mechanism are matching "211". The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish showing a small drying crack due to the grain along the left side butt, some scattered light dings and handling marks. There are ghostly remnants of some small numbers, perhaps once painted, on the right side butt along with a crisp "J. BENSON & CO. / BIRMINGHAM" roundel and three crowns stamped behind the triggerguard. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent with nice stock flat edges. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, right-side bayonet lug, cleaning rod and military style sights. The action features a tilt-up breechblock, operated manually via left side checkered release button. Upon closing the action the striker assembly must be pushed forward and locked into place, thus making the arm ready to fire. The action can be de-cocked by again pressing the button on the breechblock. A very attractive example of these interesting arms, one of the many systems tested by the British military. (13D9670-410) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

Very Fine British Experimental Breechloading Percussion Military Rifle

Lot #383 (Sale Order 384 of 601)

.577 cal, 39" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this interesting rifle retains about 96% original blue showing a few scattered light dings, mild handling marks and some toning to deep plum-brown patina. The breechblock, hammer and upper tang retain about 92% attractive smoky case-hardening remaining quite vibrant in the more protected areas along with a few small areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina. The barrel bands are mostly flaking to a gray-pewter patina showing generous bright blue in the protected areas while the brass buttplate, triggerguard and nosecap have toned to an attractive deep ocher patina. The left side of the breech shows British military proof marks and the upper tang is marked with large painted numbers "10 / 29" in antique white paint that shows a few areas flaking along the "1" and "0". The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining strong arsenal oil finish with some overall light dings and handling marks. There are two tiny holes behind the upper tang, perhaps where a brass inventory tag once was and the butt shows some rather nice subtle grain figure along either side. The right side butt shows a crisp "MA / 1479" and the left "8747 / 14". The rifle is fitted only with a single sling swivel on the front band, military sights and a cleaning rod. The action seems to function well mechanically and the arm appears to have seen very little actual use. The action is rather interesting and reminiscent of an enlarged Flobert-style system with a rolling breechblock and large hammer assembly that comes down to both strike the cap and lock against the breechblock. The arm is chambered for a special rimmed cartridge with separate ignition by percussion cap similar to the American Maynard system, although the flash hole in the case would have to be quite a bit up from the base and to the side and there is only about 5/8" of "chamber" from the breech to the start of rifling. A very peculiar rifle no doubt from the early days of British breechloading experimentation. (13D9670-418) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (4000/6000)

British T. Mabbutt Mathews Patent Conversion Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #384 (Sale Order 385 of 601)

577 CF, 36 1/4" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some spots of light pitting and minor oxidation nearer the muzzle and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this converted P.1853 rifle retains about 90% period reapplied plum-brown finish showing some scattered areas of thinning and light pitting along its length. The barrel bands, breechblock and lockplate are a deep gray patina showing evidence of an old light cleaning along with some scattered light dings and mild brown freckling. The hammer has been cleaned bright showing some remnants of mild erosion and pitting while the brass triggerguard, nosecap and buttplate are a mild ocher patina. The rear sight parts show good fire blue and straw finishes, the original Tower markings and Royal Cypher on the lockplate have mostly worn away and the breechblock is clearly marked "T. MABBUTT / MATHEWS / PATENT No. 10", strangely other examples and period advertising spell the name "Matthews". The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. There are two strong inspector stamps behind the triggerguard and the rifle is equipped with sling swivels, military sights and original cleaning rod. The action seems to function well mechanically and the design is comparable to its competitors featuring an upwards hinged breechblock similar to the Albini-Braendlin, extractor system similar to the Snider and a rear locking piece. A very good example of a seldom-seen British conversion with an early patent use number. (13C9670-411) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

Providence Tool Co. Peabody Patent Conversion Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #385 (Sale Order 386 of 601)

577 CF, 30" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting and frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this converted P.1853 rifle retains about 95% arsenal-refurbished blue showing some mild thinning and light dings nearer the muzzle and a few other scattered light handling marks. The action is taking on a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina showing some generous colors along the protected edges, particularly vibrant along the left side, also showing some remnants of a protective lacquer. The lockplate is similar, toning to smoky gray and retaining strong original markings with "1863 / TOWER" in the center and a large crown at the rear. The left side action markings also remain intact and strong showing Peabody patent information and Providence Tool Co. Rhode Island address. The barrel bands show remnants of a flaking black enamel finish and what appear to be assembly numbers "S51" on the rear band and "KA70" on the front. The brass triggerguard, nosecap and buttplate have toned to a deep ocher patina showing a few light dings, the triggerguard also numbered "S51" and the buttplate "3 / 951". The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a somewhat worn oil finish with a thin u-shaped crack behind the lockplate, small hairline crack at the rear lock screw, scattered light dings and mild abrasions. There are two small holes on the left side butt where a brass tag may have been affixed and the stock shows a small star stamp behind the triggerguard and the number "1675" along the left edge behind the nosecap. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, military sights and ramrod and the action seems to function well mechanically. Peabody's simple tilting block conversion saw moderate success although like all conversion systems were short-lived, about 60,000 rifles were produced in various contracts to Serbia and France. (13C9670-406) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

British Cornish Patent Conversion Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #386 (Sale Order 387 of 601)

577 CF, 32 1/4" barrel with a bright very good plus to perhaps near excellent bore showing a few scattered light pits and minor frosting with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 80% original plum-brown finish with overall thinning and streaking toning to silvery gray patina along with a few scattered light dings and freckles. The action is toning to a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina showing generous vibrant colors lurking about the protected areas along with remnants of a protective lacquer. The lockplate is crisply marked "TOWER / 1867" in the center and with a large crown at the rear, the arm is stamped with Birmingham black powder proof marks and "CORNISH'S PATENT" atop the breech. The rear sight parts show hints of fire blue while the barrel bands have toned to silvery pewter patina and the triggerguard, buttplate and nosecap are a pale ocher tone, a small screw is missing ahead of the triggerguard. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition as lightly cleaned and refinished during the period of use showing a small repaired drying crack along the right side butt and rear lock screw, an area of light scratches on the left side behind the front band, some scattered light dings and handling marks. There is no ramrod present and the arm is equipped with sling swivels, military sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. The system is respectable in its simplicity, featuring a hinged door-type breechblock housing the firing pin and actuating a spring-loaded extractor with a deep rear trough for loading and unloading. This system was obviously intended for British trials, though the patent name does not appear on the list of those arms tested. A very nice example utilizing a simple and effective system. (13C9670-592) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Interesting British Trapdoor Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #387 (Sale Order 388 of 601)

577 CF, 35 3/4" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation, some areas of light pitting nearer the muzzle and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this converted P.1853 is toning to a deep plum-brown patina showing generous amounts of original brown finish nearer the muzzle with overall patches of old oxidation and some smoothed-over old pitting; the barrel bands are similar. The lockplate and trapdoor show scattered patches of old oxidation toning to deep brown with overall toning to a nice silvery case-hardened patina and the lockplate shows strong markings with "1863/ TOWER" in the center and a large crown at the rear. The breechblock is marked on its interior with a conversion number "295", its interior surfaces also showing vibrant case-hardened colors. The edge of the breech is also stamped "250 / 295". The brass triggerguard, nosecap and buttplate have toned to a pale ocher patina showing some scattered light dings. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very good condition showing evidence of a period refinish with some overall moderate dings and handling marks and the buttplate a little bit proud. The stock retains some good markings showing inspector stamps behind the triggerguard, "W.S." on the left flat and "PATENTED / FEB.27.1866" also on the left flat. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels, military sights and ramrod and the action seems to function well mechanically, the breechblock showing a little vertical play. The action is extremely similar to the ubiquitous American trapdoor system first designed by Erskine Allin and is equipped with an automatic ejector. There is no spring-loaded lever on the rear right side like that on the American system, instead there is just a simple fixed knob at the rear. There does appear to be some spring tension applied to the assembly forward of the hinge which is also allowed to slide forward and backwards very slightly, the system otherwise appears to be locked via the geometry of its parts. An interesting breechloading rifle suitable for the advanced American or British martial collection. (13D9670-408) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/3500)

British Experimental Rotating Breech Percussion Rifle-Musket

Lot #388 (Sale Order 389 of 601)

.577 cal, 35 1/2" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this converted P.1853 rifle have mostly toned to a mottled gray patina showing some scattered patches toning to mild brown patina and remnants of smoothed-over old pitting. The breech handle, hammer, rear sight and barrel bands are a dark blue-gray tone, the bands and rear sight showing moderate old pitting. The lockplate and rotating breech show some good remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and the lockplate retains crisp markings with "1860 / L.A. Co." in the center and "(Crown) / V.R" at the rear. The brass triggerguard, buttplate and nosecap have toned to a mild ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings. The hammer and lock screws are slightly undersized older replacements and one side of the breech handle root has detached from the breech proper but is still retained by the handle pin. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a repaired 4" crack ahead of the lockplate, a somewhat hastily repaired 5 1/2" crack on the left flat through the forward lock screw, some scattered light dings and handling marks. Only one sling swivel is present and the rifle is equipped with military sights and a somewhat misshapen cleaning rod. The breechloading conversion is quite simple with an about 2" cutout performed at the breech and a rotating sleeve with hinged handle installed. It is perhaps almost too simple, the handle flops around a bit and one wonders how effective the overall sealing of the breech would be. Obviously this is a very early conversion attempt. A very interesting rifle that would make a fine addition to any antique arms collection. (13C9670-409) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

British Pattern 1796 Heavy Dragoon Flintlock Carbine with 2nd Dragoon Guards Markings

Lot #389 (Sale Order 390 of 601)

.78 cal, 25 3/4" barrel with a partially bright bore showing some light oxidation and scattered old pitting. The metal surfaces of this scarce carbine have mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina as lightly cleaned long ago showing some areas with mild brown undertones, and the barrel with mostly smoothed-over old pitting overall, and the lockplate with remnants of more mild pinprick pitting. The brass hardware has mostly toned to goldenrod patina as lightly cleaned long ago showing a few mild dings and handling marks. The breech shows two strong British martial proofs and the lockplate retains very strong markings with wonderful "(Crown) / GR" Royal Cypher, martial proof and "TOWER" at the rear. The lockplate is of the distinctive Nock's patent "screwless" design with internally mounted cock and frizzen; this example is not equipped with the large pan shield and there is an old shallow chip along the base of the frizzen that is unobtrusive. The correct ramrod shows a visible "E / 48" stamp near the tip and the buttplate is regimentally marked with a clear "D / 53" at the heel and the tang with slightly softened "2D D GDS" indicating the 2nd Dragoon Guards (who went by the moniker "The Queen's Bays). The walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a bit of added varnish over the expected dings and handling marks from long military service. There is a thin 2 1/2" drying crack along the left side butt, a few smaller scattered light cracks, some tiny antique repairs and a large "B / 2" stamped behind the sling bar on the left flat. The lock seems to function well mechanically. The 2nd Dragoon Guards were active from 1685-1959 and about the time of this model's use, units of the regiment took part in the disastrous Walcheren Campaign of 1809 in the Netherlands during which the British forces were ravaged by illness. The Guards were stationed in Scotland at the time of the Battle of Waterloo but were sent over to Paris during the occupation of the coalition forces post-war, eventually returning to Britain in 1818. This is a very respectable example of an interesting British martial carbine seldom seen in this country. (13D9833-49) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

U.S. Model 1896 Krag Carbine Issued to the 1st U.S.V. Cavalry ''Rough Riders''

Lot #390 (Sale Order 391 of 601)

serial #68119, 30-40 Krag, 22'' barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting throughout and worn rifling toward the muzzle. This historically significant arm was, according to Springfield Research Service, issued to the fabled ''Rough Riders''; 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, during the Spanish American War. Mallory and Olson, authors of The Krag Rifle Story, specify on page 253 that it was issued to Private Richard Richards, of Troop G which was recruited in New Mexico and was comprised largely of cowboys. The metal surfaces of the carbine have aged to a blend of dark gray and plum patinas with light high edge wear along with a few scattered small areas of light pitting and light freckling. The bolt displays a light gray patina and the extractor retains remnants of its original fire blue. The Model 1896 smooth black walnut stock and handguard rate very good-very good plus for their age with a light coat of period-added finish, a few hairline cracks around the intact sling bar with ring and the rear of the action, and some expected light handling marks from military service. The left side of the wrist displays the remnants of two boxed ''JSA'' inspector's cartouches with one appearing to be dated ''1897'' and the other ''1898'', a faint circled ''P'' firing proof is behind the triggerguard and ''A.G.'' is neatly carved into the right side of the buttstock forward of the trap buttplate. The sights remain intact including the ''C'' marked Model 1896 rear sight, a Model 1901 front sight protector is included and the action of this important piece of U.S. military history appears to function well mechanically. Private Richards of Albuquerque enlisted into Troop G of the ''Rough Riders'' in Santa Fe and while it is unclear if Richards was in Cuba on the fateful day of July 1, 1898, his unit, Troop G, was amongst the first to reach the top of Kettle Hill during the Battle of San Juan Hill. Richards' service records show that he was, along with the rest of the 1st U.S.V. Cavalry, quarantined after the war at Camp Wikoff, N.Y. where they were mustered out of service on September 15, 1898. (23B9807-67) {ANTIQUE} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. Model 1896 Krag Carbine Issued to Troop M U.S. 6th Cavalry

Lot #391 (Sale Order 392 of 601)

serial #71368, 30-40 Krag, 22'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. Springfield Research Service verifies that this historic carbine was issued to Troop M of the ''Fighting Sixth'' Cavalry for use during the Spanish-American War. The 6th Cavalry arrived in Cuba on June 24, 1898 and despite being pinned down by heavy fire, the troopers managed to take the heights of San Juan Hill on the first day of July which they held until the fourth day of that month. After the end of hostilities, the troopers embarked for quarantine at Camp Wikoff, Montauk Point NY at which point the troops were stationed to various western frontier posts; Troop M was assigned to Jefferson Barracks, MI. This carbine served with Troop M until April of 1900 when it was turned into the depot for arsenal renovation. The barreled action retains about 90% arsenal blue which is evenly thinning along the barrel revealing some faint streaks toning to gray under direct light along with some softened faint pitting around the breech toning to brown, light silvering on the muzzle and a couple scattered tiny spots of loss and light handling marks toning to gunmetal gray. The band and triggerguard retain much of their original blue displaying light handling marks and flaking toning to gray. The loading gate and sideplate retain strong smoky oil-quenched case-hardening with light high edge wear and a few tiny spots of staining and pinprick pitting. The bolt is mostly bright with the handle toning to dark gray while the extractor shows nice amounts of original fire blue which is particularly brilliant on the claw. The handguard is missing and the smooth walnut stock rates fine with a beautiful arsenal finish, a very small and unobtrusive wood-filled arsenal repair with a tiny chip which is behind the intact sling bar and ring along and a few scattered very light handling marks. The stock features the faint remnants of a boxed inspector's cartouche behind the sling bar along with a crisp circled ''P'' firing proof and ''8'' inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The barrel is sighted with a blade front and a Model 1896 rifle rear sight, the buttplate features a trap door and the action is characteristically smooth and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the original Springfield Research Service letter signed by Chief Researcher Franklin B. Mallory and photocopies of the Jefferson Barracks depot inventory and inspection report on file with the National Archives. This Model 1896 carbine remains in a fine state of condition and served with the brave men of the ''Fighting Sixth'' during the campaign to capture Santiago. (23B9908-24) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #392 (Sale Order 393 of 601)

serial #112668, 30-40 Krag, 30'' barrel with a very good plus bore with light frosting in the otherwise strong rifling. The loading gate and sideplate retain nearly all their original smoky oil-quenched case-hardening with some light fading on the high edges and a tiny impact mark on the gate below the thumbpiece. The remaining metal surfaces retain about 90-95% original blue which is lightly thinning along the barrel showing a few scattered small spots of loss toning to gunmetal gray with a little light oxidation around the muzzle. There is some light flaking and a few small areas of light oxidation on the bow of the triggerguard, a few tiny handling marks on the bands, and minor wear on the toe and heel of the buttplate. The bolt is mostly bright with the handle toning to a lightly-freckled gray patina while the extractor shows much of its original fire blue which is quite brilliant on the claw. The smooth American black walnut straight grip stock and handguard rate very good plus with a nicely-done filled repair in the left wood line of the forend and some scattered light handing marks from the years. The stock is likely a field replacement as there is no cartouche and there is a crisp circled ''P'' firing proof and ''45'' inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The rifle is sighted with the original blade front and a Model 1901 Buffington rear, the sling swivels are intact, stored within the trap buttplate is a three piece cleaning rod and oiler and the smooth action appears to function well mechanically. A very fine example of the Model 1898 Krag service rifle that is sure to be a welcome addition to your U.S martial arms collection. (23A9908-3) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Ornate Dutch Flintlock Officers Fusil by Brandt

Lot #393 (Sale Order 394 of 601)

.69 cal., 39" barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a lightly cleaned bright silvery gunmetal patina with remnants of light oxidation staining scattered about its surface. The convex lockplate is maker marked ''H. Brandt/Amsterdam'' and shows light martial engraving at the rear. The swan neck cock is unengraved and it features a bridled frizzen. The brass hardware is starting to reacquire a copper-toned patina, showing remnants of an old polish many years ago. The triggerguard features a Bess-like front teat which is lightly engraved, with the same martial panoply seen on the lock, on the bow of the guard. The First Model Bess-style serpentine sideplate with pronounced teat at rear shows some light engraving while the tang of the flat buttplate shows the same martial themed panoplies front and rear, the butt of the plate proper with punch-dot stamped initials ''RNH'' (GNH is also stamped beneath this, at a much later date with modern steel stamps). Quite a fancy musket, in addition to the engraving there are numerous silver wire inlays scattered about, found to the rear of the rear band, surrounding the entire bottom metal and the periphery of the buttplate, extending fully across the point of comb. The left stock flat shows extensive silver wire inlay around the sideplate and flowing scroll silver wire inlay around the oval monogram plate atop the wrist, a silver crown surmounting the monogram plate, which is otherwise un-engraved showing, only foliate borderline engraving. The stock itself rates very good showing an old light cleaning but it was indeed light and has left the overall light dings and handling marks one would expect from a field-used arm. The lock will hold on half cock but not on full-cock and what is likely the original trumpet-shaped ramrod is included. A very handsome officers fusil or private purchase musket. (3C9670-2) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2500/4000)

British Single Barrel Flintlock Fowler by Hawkes

Lot #394 (Sale Order 395 of 601)

About 14 ga., 31 1/4'' part octagon part round barrel transitioning to decagonal at the end of the octagonal section, with a small turned medial at the point of transition to round showing a very good to fine bore which is mostly bright with sparsely scattered oxidation. The barrel is overall plum-brown patina showing scant damascus pattern with simple bead front sight and inlaid platinum bands and single gold band at breech, maker marked in sunken gold panel "LONDON". The stepped lockplate and its attendant parts are a soft brown and a dull pewter gray patina, the plate with the beveled edge and light engraving, marked "S. HAWKES" in gold sunken panel. Features, swan neck cock, water proof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The balance of the iron surfaces are soft plum brown, the bow of the guard with light floral engraving, the front extension in a pineapple finial with a small starburst on the rear grip swirl; the tang of the buttplate shows light engraving. The English walnut buttstock rates about very good with coarse checkered wrist, flared shadowline cheekpiece, much original varnish and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years; the head has broken off of the single wedge, it remains functional however and retains the barrel solidly. The arm functions well mechanically and what is likely the original ramrod is included. The shotgun comes cased in a walnut presentation case with Edward London maker label, with accessories including a shot flask, leather-covered nickel top powder flask with fixed charger, cleaning rod, powder and shot dipper an assortment of wads and some cleaning accessories. The case rates fair-good, the lid's handle engraved "CG Thornton". An attractive late single barrel flintlock fowler. (39670-447) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

Very Fine Westley Richards Percussion Double Shotgun

Lot #395 (Sale Order 396 of 601)

serial #7604, 14 ga., 29 1/2'' barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very handsome British double percussion gun once owned by Philadelphia attorney Jonathan Dickinson Sergeant, the Sergeant family were Philadelphia ''blue-bloods'' going back to colonial days. The barrels retain a lovely gray and brown twist damascus pattern their full length, as strong on the barrels as it is on the rib, showing the tiniest bit of fading at the muzzles with silvery breeches showing a single inlaid platinum band, light open scroll and platinum blowout plugs. The rib is marked ''Westley Richards 170 New Bond St., London'' and is sighted with a simple bead front and the barrels are British proofed and serial numbered matching on their underside. The tang shows the same nice quality scroll and is a pewter patina with a bit of light brown speckling. The lockplates are very nice showing perhaps 50-60% color case-hardening, muting a bit more on the right plate, each maker marked and with light sprays of excellent quality tight scroll which continue onto the flats of the beveled edge hammers; each hammer nose neatly engraved in a gryphon-like face. There are dual ramrod thimbles showing damascus pattern and an engraved tailpipe with a lightly chiseled extension. The long straight tang triggerguard shows strong remnants of original blue on the bow, with excellent quality tight scroll; the front of the triggerplate chiseled and engraved in a pineapple finial extension. The smooth steel buttplate provides a 14 1/2'' length of pull with nice scroll atop its tang. The English walnut stock rates very fine with some nice grain figure, coarse checkering and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm. The barrel is retained by a single wedge through German silver escutcheons and the silver oval monogram plate along the toeline is neatly engraved ''J.D. Sergeant/Philada''. The locks are crisp, in time, and mechanically functional and the original ramrod with screw-off wad pull end is included. The arm comes cased in its original walnut makers cased with accessories and makers label on the interior of the lid, ink pen serial numbered to the gun. The interior green baize lining appears to be original in every respect and included therein is a leather shot pouch, leather covered Hawksley powder flask with fireproof screw-off top and four position charger, nipple wrench, leather pouch with spare nipples, a number of cleaning implements, two small japanned tins, one with percussion caps, the other with tallow and a small button hook. What are likely original bore mops are included as well. The flask shows a bit of separation of the seam stitching along its bottom edge, and a bit of a verdigris at the top collar. The case itself rates very good with brass bands affixed to the lid in an effort to stymie age cracking from drying. It features heavy brass corners and Mr. Sergeant's name is engraved in a plaque on the lid; the key is included. Mr. Sergeant was an attorney in Philadelphia, graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 1842 and being admitted to the bar in 1845. His grandfather by the same name was a member of the Continental Congress, member of the New Jersey Provincial Congress and one of the framers of New Jersey's constitution, eventually becoming the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's first Attorney General. A very lovely, and doubtless very usable shotgun from this quality British maker that was clearly very well-cared-for by this Philadelphia gentleman. (3C9894-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Winchester Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #396 (Sale Order 397 of 601)

serial #463537B, 44 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a fair bore showing moderate pitting and oxidation throughout along with some bright areas and good rifling. The metal surfaces of this carbine show evidence of an old moderate cleaning and retain about 70% of an older reapplied dull blue thinning and toning to plum-brown patina along with scattered freckling and sparse remnants of light pitting. The muzzle shows moderate saddle scabbard wear and the magazine, lever and hammer are more of a gunmetal gray patina showing some areas of mottled brown patina. The barrel address and caliber designation on the cartridge lifter are no longer present, the model marking on the tang and caliber on the barrel are rather soft, but mostly legible and the serial number is also difficult to discern but appears to be the number listed above. The plain walnut stocks remain in fair condition as cleaned and refinished showing a number of lengthy thin repaired cracks at the tip of the forend, tangs and wrist, one running almost the full-length back from the lower tang to the buttplate but they are mostly camouflaged and missed at first glance. There is a small filled plug on the right side butt and some other scattered light dings as well. The lever lock is somewhat loose and a few screws appear to be old replacements. The dust cover, saddle ring and proper carbine sights remain intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A salty but desirable old saddle ring carbine made in 1893. (13B9746-46) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Fine Colt Model 1878 Double Hammergun

Lot #397 (Sale Order 398 of 601)

serial #13404, 12 ga (2 3/4"), 32" damascus barrels choked about improved modified with partially bright good bores showing patches of old light pitting nearer the breeches, the right barrel with a few more moderate areas along its length and the left with a very shallow ding at its top edge of muzzle. The barrels of this handsome 1882-made shotgun retain about 90% original contrasting blue and plum-brown damascus patterns with most of the loss due to some scattered areas of cleaned light pitting, a bit more noticeable along the left side barrel and likely due to poor storage, a few areas of old oxidation staining and light handling marks. The barrel rib is unmarked. The frame proper is toning to a mix of gunmetal gray and plum-brown patina showing some scattered spots of old oxidation staining and generous vibrant colors in the protected areas. The lockplates retain about 94% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors with loss due to some mild oxidation staining, a spot on the left lockplate having been lightly cleaned and both retain crisp Colt markings. The top lever, triggerguard and trigger plate retain about 95% original bright blue showing some mild flaking to gray-brown and a few specks of old oxidation staining mostly along the triggerguard, a tiny ding on the top lever and some other mild handling marks. The screw heads retain much of their lovely brilliant fire blue, the top lever screw head taking on a fine straw tone. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition showing strong original oil finish, a very tiny drying crack on the right side butt and some scattered light dings. The diamond point checkering with neatly mullered borders remains in excellent condition along the grip, the forend showing a bit more wear with some scattered mild abrasions. Length-of-pull to the smooth steel buttplate is 14 1/8" with drops of 2" and 3 1/4", the arm is sighted with a single large brass bead and the barrels and forend are matching the frame. Lock-up is solid on-face with the top lever resting about dead center and the rebounding hammers are in-time and function crisply. A very attractive example of these desirable Colt shotguns that generally saw hard use. (13C9746-29) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Very Rare Marlin Model 94 Trapper Carbine with Chilean Police Markings

Lot #398 (Sale Order 399 of 601)

serial #421506, 44-40, 15" round barrel with full magazine and a bright very good plus to perhaps near excellent bore showing some scattered very fine pitting with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This carbine has been removed by serial number from the provisions of the NFA and comes with the BATFE letter stating such. The barrel and magazine retain about 60% thinning original blue toning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina and showing some overall freckling and a few tiny dings. The action retains about 25-30% original bright blue flaking to mild gray-brown similar to the barrel and showing a few scattered very fine scratches. The lever has mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing some wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas along the sides. The screw heads show some light slot wear, the saddle ring hardware has been removed long ago and filler screws installed and the pin end of the rear band screw has broken off causing the band to be a little loose but this screw should prove to be an easy replacement. All markings remain intact and crisp, the top of the action factory-stamped with Chilean police markings "POLICIAS FISCALES CHILE". The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish and the expected light dings and handling marks from service. The original carbine sights and buttplate are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The Policias Fiscales was formed in the late 1800s to serve Chile's municipal areas until 1927 when all police agencies were merged to form the national Carabineros de Chile. This is a very respectable example of a rare and desirable Marlin carbine, only 935 were made with 15" barrels and fewer still for Chile. (13C9670-529) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Custom Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #399 (Sale Order 400 of 601)

serial #49809, 44-40, 20" neatly shortened and crowned octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very good plus bore showing a couple tiny pits and some mild frosting with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1880-made second model "short rifle" has mostly toned to a mild gray patina showing a few light dings and some patches of light pitting along the left side. The magazine tube retains about 97% excellent quality restored blue showing some mild edge wear and some pinprick pits beneath the finish. The action retains about 40-45% original bright blue quite strong in the protected areas with the balance toned to a nice mix of gunmetal gray and mild gray-brown patina showing a few light dings along the edges, some smoothed-over pinprick pitting and mild striations along the sides. The lever has toned to a mottled gray patina showing some silvery case-hardened patina, the hammer retains some good colors along the sides and the loading gate retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The bottom of the cartridge lifter has been cleaned bright and shows no markings, the barrel is also devoid of caliber markings but the address and patent dates remain strong and completely intact as do the serial number and model markings on the tangs. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very good condition as cleaned and refinished showing a couple repaired thin drying cracks along the butt, a few light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with flattop sporting rear sight, Marble's No. 3 white bead front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A solid custom rifle, nicely executed and in a desirable chambering that may make for a fine shooter with its nice bore. (13B9897-86) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Special Order Semi-Deluxe Single Shot Rifle

Lot #400 (Sale Order 401 of 601)

serial #96422, 38 WCF, 32" No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some areas of light pitting ahead of the chamber, a few smaller pinprick pits scattered about and otherwise strong rifling. This 1903-made rifle is equipped with factory helm buttplate, checkered pistolgrip stock and close-coupled set triggers. The barrel retains about 80-85% original blue with loss due to mild overall toning to plum-brown patina, scattered freckling and a few light dings along the edges behind the front sight. The action has mostly flaked to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing some scattered specks of old mild oxidation staining and a few light dings with remnants of original bright blue here and there. The hammer, breechblock and lever are toning to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina, the lever retaining a generous amount of smoky colors along the sides. The buttplate has mostly toned to smooth deep plum-brown patina and all markings remain intact and legible. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with hard rubber tip insert remain in very good plus condition retaining about 85% original varnish, thinning along the forend, along with some overall light dings, mild abrasions and a small chip at the toe of the pistolgrip. The checkering shows moderate wear, the black hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact showing a few tiny chips along the edges and the stock fit remains excellent. The bottom buttstock screw is a replacement and the buttstock and buttplate are matching the frame by assembly number. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight, German silver blade front, that appears to have been slightly modified during the period of use as it is rather short, and a rare Lyman 103 tang sight stamped "WM" on its underside. The action seems to function well mechanically and the rifle includes a Cody factory letter confirming the described features (aside from the sights which are not listed) and showing shipment on October 22, 1903 as order number 197052. A very attractive special order 1885 with some nice desirable features. (13B9721-8) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver Custom-Engraved for Colt Historian Kathy Hoyt

Lot #401 (Sale Order 402 of 601)

serial #2341, 44 cal, 7 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent, unfired bore. This is an interesting and very beautiful revolver, once the property of two rather important folk, one being Colt Historian Kathy Hoyt, the other being celebrity Hank Williams Jr. The second-generation revolver is beautifully embellished with open flowing scroll of the finest quality with very fine background punch-dot shading and dual inlaid gold bands at both ends of the round portion of the barrel. In fact the included factory letter, addressed to Mr. Williams, mentions that the arm was shipped in 1977 to the ''Employee Sale Department'' to the attention of George Dean, for Colt employee Kathy Guinan, later our familiar friend Kathy Hoyt (after she married). The revolver retains all of its original brilliant deep blue and color case-hardened finishes, the triggerguard and backstrap a pleasing goldenrod patina. The one-piece ivory grip of course rates as-new and shows lovely grain and mellowing with age. The revolver is of course absolutely unturned, unfired since leaving the floor at Hartford. Coverage appears to be what one would consider factory B or perhaps C level, the quality is exceptional, the bottom of the butt ahead of the screw hole is neatly engraved ''WKH'' in tiny letters. While the factory letter does not mention engraving, the arm is clearly factory embellished and was presented to this wonderful lady of importance who would later become our beloved ''Kathy'', the first woman to hold the title of Colt Historian, working for that venerable firm for 44 years, 21 of those as their historian. As-mentioned the revolver comes with a factory letter dated 2015 and addressed to Mr. Hank Williams Jr., also included is a piece of Mr. Williams' stationary on which he discusses the fact that the arm is no doubt factory engraved, although the factory letter mentions nothing about engraving or ivory grips, he surmises because it was an interior ''employee sale''. It's not often that one can acquire a lovely factory engraved second-generation Colt Third Model Dragoon, to have one connected to these two important individuals makes it all-the-more desirable. (3C9674-1) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Hank Williams Jr. Letter

Lot #402 (Sale Order 403 of 601)

serial #347728, 38-40 WCF, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains perhaps 97% original blue, showing only some very light wear on the left side at the muzzle, the ejector rod housing showing more wear, toned primarily to a pewter along its outer edge, retaining perhaps 90% original blue with one very small spot of light oxidation or extremely light pitting. The barrel itself does show the ''Colt Single Action Army 38-40'' marking, likely a transitional install, as this is serial number is right on the cusp of the old-style barrel marking (which merely had the caliber stamped) this marking purportedly in full use by 1929. The cylinder retains perhaps 90% original blue with numerous light rotational marks but strong blue within the flutes and one small area with very light pinprick pitting, likely where the gun lay on its side over the years. The frame retains perhaps 95% smoky color case-hardening, more brilliant in the protected areas and along the flats, drifting to a smoky case-hardened blue and gray on the outer edges of the recoil shield and loading gate, the hammer with very good color case-hardening as well. The triggerguard and backstrap retain perhaps 92% original blue, showing light wear and handling marks from the years. A few of the screw slots show some light damage but the principal ones show very good original blue. There is a very neat period addition in the form of a tiny layer of brass, brazed to the top of the front sight blade, providing a very nice ''gold bead'' sight picture, the blade showing a couple very light tool marks from being dressed post-application. The arm wears a nice pair of checkered walnut grips with recessed silver Rampant Colt medallions, they are un-numbered on their interior but their fit is perfect and they are doubtless original to the gun. The reverse impression of the serial number stamped on the straps can be seen imprinted into the right grip, they appear to have shrunk a tiny bit as the rear corner of the butt is very slightly proud. The arm functions well mechanically and all the numbers are matching including the cylinder, the right side root of the triggerguard stamp with Colts ''&'' indicating factory service of some kind. Included with the gun is a factory letter addressed to Mr. Hank Williams Jr., showing shipment in March 1924 to the TB Davis Arms Company, firearms distributors in Portland Maine, for the ''JF Hill Company'', a printing and lithograph firm out of Augusta. The checkered walnut stocks and the balance of the configuration of the arm are confirmed in the letter (save for the sights). There is a hangtag on the gun which reads ''Hank Williams Jr.'' listing the make, model, serial number and the fact that the arm has a factory letter; there is a tiny photocopy of the factory letter affixed to the back of the tag. A very nice, and no doubt very usable, Single Action Army that will continue to appreciate in value, clearly once owned by this talented gentleman who has given us all so much over the years. (3B9696-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Hank Williams Jr. Letter

Lot #403 (Sale Order 404 of 601)

serial #335549, 38-40 WCF, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 95% original blue, the loss due to some light outer edge and muzzle wear with perhaps a minor handling mark here or there, the left side with the caliber marking only. The cylinder shows perhaps 90% original blue, with a number of circumferential rotational marks, and three gray stripes of wear which lineup with the flutes, exactly where the arm would lay were it laid down on its side. The frame is quite nice retaining about 98% original color case-hardening, very vivid in spots and toning slightly on the loading gate and outer edge of the recoil shield, and a bit at the front top; the hammer still retains excellent color case-hardening. The backstrap retains perhaps 95% original blue, the triggerguard 97%, each with light wear on the sharp edges and a few very light handling marks. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate very fine, the right grip showing a bit of light wear, they are scratch-numbered to the gun. All of the numbers are matching including the cylinder and the arm seems to function well and lockup properly. The screw heads remain unmolested for the most part, a couple showing a tiny bit of wear, and there are a couple light freckles on the right side of the frame showing old oxidation staining, a couple more along right side of topstrap, which have tiny tiny pinprick pits, but they are unobtrusive. The included factory letter addressed to Mr. Hank Williams Jr. shows shipment in March 1917 to the Wyeth Hardware & Manufacturing Co. of St. Joseph Missouri in a two gun shipment, verifying the configuration of the arm as well. Included with the gun is a small Hank Williams Jr. hangtag listing the make, model, configuration, serial number and the fact that the arm features a factory letter, a small photocopy of that pertinent data on the back of the tag. A very nice pre-First World War shipped 38-40 with some lovely color, still that will continue to appreciate monetarily, but which could still take the occasional trip to the range. (3B9696-2) {C&R} (2500/3500)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Hank Williams Jr. Letter

Lot #404 (Sale Order 405 of 601)

serial #354074, 45 Colt, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 95-97% original blue, the only loss being some light left side wear, primarily at the muzzle, with some freckles of light oxidation which have resulted in very light pinprick pitting, but they are small. The ejector rod housing shows wear to pewter along its outer edge, the balance good original blue. The cylinder retains perhaps 95% original blue, showing a light rotational mark, wear at the leading edge of the cylinder consistent with holster carry and one small area of light pitting between two of the flutes. The frame is quite honest with perhaps 90% original color case-hardening, muting in spots to a silvery-gray with strong colors at the front of the frame and across the topstrap and flanking the hammer, the recoil shield and loading gate faded to silver with some oxidation staining on the right side of the frame. The hammer shows some very good color case-hardening on left, toning and muting somewhat on the right, with very good pale fire temper blue on the trigger. The straps and bow have faded primarily to a pewter patina with strong original blue around the bow of the guard. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate very fine to near excellent, the right grip with some slight chipping at the border ahead of the Rampant Colt, each with some very minor handling marks at the butt, they are scratch-numbered to the gun. All of the numbers are matching including the cylinder and the arm features the ''Colt Single Action Army'' roll marking the left side of the barrel, as was proper at this time period. The arm times well and locks up properly and the screw heads are unmaligned. Included is a Colt factory letter from 1990 addressed to Mr. Hank Williams Jr., showing shipment in May 1930 to Hibbard Spencer Bartlett & Company in Chicago with two guns, and verifying the configuration of the revolver; also included is a small Hank Williams Jr. hangtag with make, model, details, serial number and ''factory letter'' on its face, a very small facsimile of the factory letters details is affixed to the rear of the tag. The quintessential Single Action Army in the big 45 Colt and 4 3/4'' ''gunfighter length'' barrel, this remains a very attractive and honest Single Action Army revolver. (3B9696-3) {C&R} (2500/3500)

Special Order Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #405 (Sale Order 406 of 601)

serial #48830, 32-20 Win, 24'' octagon barrel with a bright about excellent bore which shows a couple spots of very sparsely scattered very light frosting. This is a very handsome antique 1892 with a special order button magazine. The barrel retains about 90% original blue, the loss is due to even fading or toning to plum with wear to pewter on the high edges and a bit of oxidation staining at the muzzle, which has left a few light pinprick pits. The nosecap retains very good original blue and there is some lovely strong pale fire temper blue on the loading gate. The receiver shows excellent bright original blue on the flats with the belly flaking and toning a bit to plum at the natural carry point near the serial number. The top of the receiver retains about 92% original blue with strong fire blue on the extractor. Both the lever and hammer retain strong color case hardening which has darkened a bit from the years, the face of the lever a silvery gray case-hardened patina. The straight grip walnut buttstock and forend rate very good to fine with much original varnish and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from the years, the buttplate a smoky silvery and plum patina. The original silver blade front sight is intact as is the Rocky Mountain rear and the gun seems to function very well mechanically. Overall a very handsome antique Model 1892, all the better with its special order magazine tube, and antique to boot! (3B9746-25) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

Winchester Model 1873 Special Order Lever Action Rifle

Lot #406 (Sale Order 407 of 601)

serial #239885B, 38 WCF, 30" octagon barrel with full magazine and a partially bright very good bore showing some overall light pitting, frosting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This rifle features an unusual special order extra length barrel and factory set trigger. The barrel and magazine retain perhaps 25% original blue lurking about the protected areas with the balance toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered old brown speckling, an area of old light pitting along the right side barrel nearer the muzzle and a few sparsely scattered small moderate dings. The action retains perhaps 50% original bright blue, quite strong in the more protected areas along the sides and lower tang with the balance flaked to a pleasant plum-brown patina showing some light dings along the edges and dust cover, some remnants of old oxidation staining and the screw holes with some circumferential wear. The lever is mostly toning to a mild gray-brown patina showing a few wisps of color in the protected edges, the hammer has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina with bold colors along the face and the loading gate retains a healthy amount of bright fire blue along its edges. A small bit of material has been added to the back of the bolt likely to aid in reliable cocking of the hammer and all markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago showing a couple tiny repaired cracks along the edges, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stocks otherwise still retain a nice fit overall and the butt holds four original iron cleaning rod segments mostly toned to an oxidized brown patina. The set screw is missing and the tail of the trigger has broken where the threads are so the set function is no longer working but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and thin platinum line insert blade front sight. A very respectable example of an interesting special order Winchester made around 1888. (13B9746-32) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Winchester Model 1873 Rimfire Lever Action Rifle

Lot #407 (Sale Order 408 of 601)

serial #243864B, 22 LR, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and an expertly relined bore that will accept 22 LR and remains bright and excellent. The barrel and magazine of this 1888-made rifle retain perhaps 20-25% original blue quite strong along the lower flats and protected areas with the balance toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and freckling. The action retains about 45-50% original bright blue flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and mild freckling, the sideplate screw hole showing circumferential wear. The hammer retains hints of smoky colors while the lever has toned to gray-brown showing some silvery case-hardened patina. The markings have softened a little from the years but otherwise remain completely legible and the cartridge lifter has toned to a nice ocher patina and retains strong markings. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good condition having darkened from the years showing worn finish, a few tiny thin drying cracks around the upper tang and where the stock meets the frame and some other scattered light handling marks. The stocks otherwise maintain a nice honest appearance with fine metal-to-wood fit. The rifle is sighted with a slightly later vintage Lyman tang sight, standard sporting rear sight and a plain blade front sight that has been modified slightly during the period of use. The lever hangs down a bit but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable rimfire 1873 that can still be enjoyed at the range. (13B9810-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #408 (Sale Order 409 of 601)

serial #101921, 40-70 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1895-made rifle retain perhaps 40% original blue strongest along the magazine and protected bottom flats of the barrel with the balance toning to a mild plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings mostly near the rear sight dovetail and some specks of old oxidation staining. The action, nosecap and buttplate have taken on an attractive silvery case-hardened patina overall showing some remnants of old oxidation staining and lightly cleaned pinprick pitting scattered about. The right side of the action and protected areas of the lever retain hints of smoky case-hardening and the loading gate shows some faint fire blue. The bolt retains about 80% original bright blue showing mild flaking and toning to gray and the extractor shows some faint hints of fire blue. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good plus condition with the sides of the butt retaining a healthy amount of original finish, the wrist area and forend darkened from the years along with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock fit remains excellent. The rear sight dovetail has been blanked, there is a Marble's peep sight at the tang, the front sight is a Lyman No. 4 ivory bead and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable antique 1886 for the Winchester collector. (13B9746-22) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #409 (Sale Order 410 of 601)

serial #93986, 38-70 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1894-made rifle show evidence of an old light cleaning having mostly toned to a dark gray patina showing some scattered remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting and some light dings and tool marks near the front sight and tip of the magazine. The action has mostly toned to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina with smaller areas toning to dark gray and showing some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting. The nosecap, buttplate and loading gate are a dark gray patina and the bolt shows strong remnants of original blue throughout, the top surfaces of the locking lugs showing some light dings. All markings remain intact and legible, the barrel markings softened very slightly. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a tiny hairline crack at the upper tang and the right side butt, some scattered mild abrasions and the expected light dings. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight with replacement elevation slider, small German silver front worn to brass and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B9746-35) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #410 (Sale Order 411 of 601)

serial #6978, 40-82 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation, a bit more noticeable nearer the muzzle, with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1887-made rifle retain about 25% plus original blue scattered about the protected areas and fading to a mottled gray and gunmetal patina showing some scattered light dings along the edges, a few small areas of pinprick pitting and mild brown speckling. The action and nosecap have mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered old oxidation staining, a few pinprick pits and small dings mostly along the edges and the left side of the action showing a number of scattered fine scratches. The right side back edge of the action shows an area of strong vibrant colors, the lower tang also retaining much of its wonderful colors and the left side of the action with some generous smoky remnants. The bolt retains about 95% original bright blue showing some hardened old preservative and the buttplate is a dark gray patina showing evidence of an old cleaning. All markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish, a few scattered mild abrasions and light dings otherwise retaining excellent fit overall. The rifle is sighted with an unmarked standard sporting rear sight, small German silver blade front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome and early Winchester Model 1886. (13C9746-33) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #411 (Sale Order 412 of 601)

serial #816141, 44 WCF, 20" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this handsome 1917-made carbine retain about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to some mild thinning and toning to gray-brown patina along the magazine, one small spot of light pitting on the right side barrel behind the rear sight and some scattered fine scratches. The action retains about 60% original bright blue toning to a mild gray-brown patina along the bottom and left side and showing some lighter flaking along the right with some scattered light dings along the high edges and minor handling marks. The rear barrel band retains about 95% original blue, the lever with strong original blue flaking lightly throughout and the hammer with light operational wear. All markings remain intact and crisp with two-line address and patent dates along the left side barrel, cartridge designation at the breech and the tang with full "MODEL 1892" markings. The plain walnut stocks show a little period added finish but no evidence of cleaning still with some nice raised grain and remain in otherwise very fine condition showing a few scattered small dents along the comb line and mild handling marks. The arm is equipped with correct carbine sights, the saddle ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine saddle ring carbine in a desirable chambering and with a wonderful bore. (13C9854-1) {C&R} (3000/4000)

Scarce Ithaca Flues Grade 5E Single Barrel Trap Shotgun

Lot #412 (Sale Order 413 of 601)

serial #306803T, 12 ga., 32'' ventilated rib barrel choked full with an excellent bore. The barrel retains perhaps 98% strong original blue with faint thinning at the muzzle and at the breech with crisp loose scroll engraving on the bolster flats. The special order Grade 5 fully-engraved frame is stunning with flowing scroll and highly-detailed game scenes left and right and a Federal Eagle and more scroll with a nice cross-hatch pattern on the belly. The work is unsigned but was no-doubt done by Master Ithaca Engraver Bill McGraw in 1920, comparisons to other known McGraw guns and knowledge from reliable sources indicate he was the only person in the shop at that time that could execute this type of work on special-order shotguns. The metal is mostly dark pewter with some small blemishes but retains nice remnants of case-hardened color under the lever and on the water table with hints of faint color scattered about, the pheasant and partridge found on the flats have fantastic blue undertones and all engraving remains crisp. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock with what looks to be a London Guns red recoil pad has a very attractive fleur-de-lis checkering pattern and is very good plus, there is a small drying crack that follows the grain near the right-side toe and some light-to-moderate signs of handling with the feathercrotch figure being quite nice and near all its original finish left. The semi-beavertail forend with ebony inlay at the tip is very good, there are two hairline cracks on the left rear with more attractive grain figure and fleur-de-lis checkering. The length-of-pull is just shy of 14'' with drops of 1 3/8'' and 1 3/4''. All serialized parts are matching, the ejector is quite strong and the barrel locks up tight and on-face. With only around 40 of these shotguns produced in 1920 this is a scarce and very desirable piece of Ithaca history. (22D9768-24) {C&R} (4000/6000)

AYA No. 2 Sidelock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #413 (Sale Order 414 of 601)

serial #283-99, 20 ga., 27'' Briley screw-choke barrels with excellent bores. The barrels and lever retain 99% original blue with faint silvering at the muzzles and at the tip of the lever and a nice bit of tight scroll engraving on the rib. The triggerguard with right-side rolled edge has a slight bit of wear to silver along the tang where a right-hand shooter's palm would rest. The locks and frame have been full-engraved with tight flowing foliate scroll and geometric patterns, they retain 99% plus original deep case-hardened color with nicely-contrasting dark blues and hints of straw. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock with Old English Pachmayr pad and splinter-style forend are very good with handling marks and blemishes that could easily be associated with a working smallbore shotgun, the dropper points are nicely-defined and the wraparound checkering is tight. The shotgun is equipped with gold line dial-style cocking indicators, ejectors and double triggers, included are two Briley tubes, modified and improved cylinder. The length-of-pull is 14 1/4'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2'' with the butt being slightly cast-off. A solid smallbore Aguirre & Aranzabal shotgun ready for the field. (22B9864-16) {MODERN} (2500/3500)

L.C. Smith Crown Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #414 (Sale Order 415 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: A number of well-executed camouflaged synthetic repairs right edge forend

serial #RE117565, 12 ga., 32'' ventilated rib barrels choked full and modified with excellent bores. The barrels retain 99% plus museum-quality rust blue with still-crisp border engraving at the breeches and muzzles. The left barrel is inscribed ''MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER AMRS CO. INC. FULTON.N.Y.'', the right is simply marked ''L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE'' and there is no measured wall thickness less than .032''. The locks and frame have been intricately-engraved with flowing scroll and geometric patterns as well as a pair of hunting dogs right-and-left and a gold crown inlay on the lever. The surfaces retain perhaps 40-50% original case color, strongest around the fences and portions of the belly, the balance a warm pewter gray with hints of faint blue color scattered about. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock with white line Pachmayr pad and beavertail-style forend with schnabel-style tip are excellent as expertly and lightly refinished, likely when the barrels were restored. The checkering is still quite crisp and the figure is superb with a 13 3/4'' length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2'' and 1 3/4''. The chambers are 2 3/4'', there is a ''Hunter One Trigger'', the safety is non-automatic, the ejectors are strong and lock-up is tight with just the faintest wisp of light visible between the barrels and fence. Included is a very good plus condition fitted red interior luggage style case with L.C Smith/Hunter Arms interior label and ''C.R.C.'' on the lid. Only 842 Crown Grade guns were produced between 1913-1945, serial number records are sketchy-at-best but this shotgun appears to have been manufactured around 1930. An outstanding American-made and aesthetically-pleasing Crown Grade double touted as ''NO BETTER GUN for all-around use'' by the early L.C. Smith catalogs. (22D9746-62) {C&R} (4000/6000)

Scarce Westley Richards Left Hand Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #415 (Sale Order 416 of 601)

serial #7497, 12, ga., 30'' nitro-proofed damascus barrels choked cylinder and improved modified with excellent bores. The barrels are a dark brown patina with some nice laminate pattern remaining and a crisp ''WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO. LONDON.'' Rib address. The triggerguard and bottom metal retain 99% later-added blue and the frame is a silver patina, the surfaces have been engraved with areas of tight flowing scroll with the work remaining crisp and the left-swinging lever's screw head and the tang safety show nice fire blue. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock and forend with inlaid horn tip are near excellent with a 3/4'' hairline crack at the right rear of the forend, some light fabric impressions from storage and some small blemishes. The length-of-pull is 14 1/2'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 1 7/8'' and the butt is cast-on for a left-hand shooter. The ejectors are strong, there are double triggers that are swept to the left and the safety is automatic. Included is a leather luggage-style case with fitted red baize interior. The outside of the case has a weathered look with bumps and bruises throughout, the interior has been re-lined and is excellent with a pristine Westley Richards label affixed to the lid. A really nice turn-of-the-century Westley Richards made for a lefty but perfectly-suitable from both sides. (22B9741-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Ornate Engraved Remington 11-48 Shotgun by Kurt Jaeger

Lot #416 (Sale Order 417 of 601)

serial #5837602, 20 ga., 28'' ventilated rib barrel choked improved cylinder with a bright excellent bore. This is a stunningly embellished shotgun by this well-known German master, no doubt done when he was at the Ramstein Rod & Gun Club post-war. The metal surfaces retain about 98% plus excellent quality post-engraving blue. The rib has been expertly fitted with a nice aluminum ventilated rib by Polychoke with dual beads, and features nice sprays of open foliate scroll engraving to the left and right of the rib. The receiver features extensive full coverage engraving with exceptional quality open flowing Germanic foliate scroll with the very finest background stippling accenting the engraving wonderfully. The scroll coverage is near full but for game scenes on left and right flats. The left shows two ringneck pheasants, a hen taking flight and a cock on the run, showing a setter at the rear of the scene on point, the animals beautifully inlaid and engraved in silver. The right side game scene is of waterfowl amidst a marsh scene, the birds also inlaid in silver, a mallard at the rear of the scene, the two waterfowl at the front of the scene are missing a small portion of their inlays, the head of the center one is gone and the body of the forward duck missing; perhaps something that a professional engraver may be able to rectify. The left side of the receiver is very neatly signed by the engraver below the Remington model designation ''Kurt Jaeger Mainz'', the serial number as well neatly hand-engraved and moved to the bottom forward of the receiver. The aluminum triggerguard as well shows the same lovely foliate engraving on its surfaces with the bright aluminum beneath providing a lovely stunning contrast. The bolt and carrier have been neatly engine-turned and show very little wear, the center of the carrier with a tiny bit of oxidation staining. The stocks appear to be English walnut and are exquisitely embellished as well, showing beautiful marbled grain figure throughout and the left side with a nice rounded cheekpiece. The stocks themselves rate about excellent showing crackling varnish finish rather than any mentionable handling marks, a few showing atop the comb. The forend is overall relief-carved in a wide oakleaf pattern, again with extremely fine background stippling. The buttstock shows the same excellent quality relief scroll at the grip with a very nice pheasant game scene on the right side of the butt in a somewhat rococo border. The scalloped ebony-colored hard rubber gripcap features faux ivory inlays emanating from the center button and the arm has been fitted with a 1'' ventilated recoil pad with the Ramstein Rod and Gun club name on its rear; the arm features a 13/2'' length of pull. Kurt Jaeger's work is very sought-after these days and is becoming more difficult to find, this is a stunning example of that gifted gunsmiths work. It was no doubt made for some Major or Colonel stationed at the base, who appears to have used it very little post-embellishment. A wonderful example of the makers art in steel and walnut. (3B9884-1) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Ithaca Minier Model Grade 4E Double Ejectorgun

Lot #417 (Sale Order 418 of 601)

serial #143852, 12 ga., 28'' barrels choked improved cylinder in both with bright about excellent bores which show some sparsely scattered very light remnants of light oxidation or perhaps light pitting, the right tube shows a couple old raised dents which were well done. The Minier model is seldom-encountered, even more-so in a graded gun. The barrels retain about 98-99% excellent quality restored rust blue, the rib with dual beads. The Grade 4 engraved frame and the attendant metal parts have been lightly, carefully cleaned and are a silvery gunmetal patina showing the nice early excellent quality scroll and gun dog vignettes left and right these grade fours were known for. The motif continues onto the belly with a flying drake mallard duck and a woodcock on the bow of the guard. There are a few light remnants of some very light pitting, they are sparse and unobtrusive. The straight grip American walnut stock rates excellent as carefully refinished many years ago, the checkering pattern neatly chased . It shows the beginning of a 1'' crack at the right cheek and a repaired chip at the left edge of the lower cheekpiece. The length of pull to the solid red recoil pad is 13 7/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 3/8''. The beavertail forend rates excellent as well, its checkering pattern nicely chased and the ebony forend tip intact. The gun locks up tightly with the top lever still right of center and features automatic safety, double triggers and ejectors. Currently the right ejector does not trip, the left works as-designed and the top lever-bolt catch spring is a modern slightly modified replacement, yet works perfectly. A solid and rare Minier-model grade 4E that likely will perform well afield after a bit of attention to the right ejector. (3B9771-6) {C&R} (2000/2500)

Custom Rizzini Aurum Teutonic Over Under Ejectorgun

Lot #418 (Sale Order 419 of 601)

serial #46102, 12 ga., 28'' screw-choke ventilated rib barrels with excellent bores. The barrels, lever and triggerguard retain 99% original blue with border engraving around the breech and splashes of scroll on the lever and triggerguard. The coin-finishes frame is excellent and has been extensively-engraved by the Bottega C. Giovanelli Firm, signature is next to the triggerguard. The engraving features wonderful relief game scenes right and left with crisp interlocking floral patterns found throughout. The finely-figured checkered walnut forend with Schnabel tip and customized buttstock with round knob pistolgrip are excellent, there are some very minor signs of handling and the grain patterns are fantastic with subtle fiddleback figure left and subtle crotch figure right. The stock has been expertly lengthened by the folks at New England Custom Gun, they used a beautiful 1 9/16'' piece of walnut to extend the length-of-pull to 15 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2''. The safety is non-automatic, the chambers are 3'', the trigger is single selective and the ejectors are strong. Included is the original hard case with the original Rizzini wooden buttplate and a set of five choke tubes: extra full, full, improved modified, modified and improved cylinder. A very attractive custom shotgun perfectly-suited for a slightly taller-than-average individual. (22C9830-13) {MODERN} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (2000/2500)

Beretta S-3 EL Over Under Sidelock Ejectorgun

Lot #419 (Sale Order 420 of 601)

serial #17825, 12 ga., 26 1/2'' solid rib barrels choked improved modified and full with excellent bores. The barrels and lever retain 99% original blue with very faint wear at the muzzle and at the lever's tip with the maker's mark on the left bolster. The excellent-condition sidelock action, forend metal, triggerguard and lever have been extensively and intricately-engraved with loose floral scroll, more detailed floral motifs around the fences and fine-line shading, the signature ''U.G.'' is found to the right of the triggerguard. The checkered straight-grip Turkish walnut buttstock and shallow finger-groove forend are very fine to excellent with a very light coat of added varnish and scattered light blemishes, the wood figure is fantastic with attractive coffee and caramel-colored swirling grain patterns. The toe is slightly cast-off with a 14 5/8'' length of pull with drops of 1 3/8'' and 2 3/8''. The gun features dial-style cocking indicators, 2 3/4'' chambers, double triggers, Greener-style crossbolt closure and a non-automatic safety. Just an awesome example of Italian skill and craftsmanship combining to create a fully-functional work of art. (22C9818-2) {C&R} (5000/7000)

Merkel 200E Over Under Ejectorgun

Lot #420 (Sale Order 421 of 601)

serial #47784, 20 ga., 28'' solid rib Bohler Stahl barrels choked tight cylinder in both with excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain near 99% original blue with some very faint wear at the muzzle and a crisp maker's mark on the left diagonal bolster. The barrels, forend metal and frame all show matching ''47784'' serial number. The scalloped boxlock frame retains perhaps 70-75% original beautifully-contrasting case-hardened color with wear to a pleasing gunmetal patina along the belly and top tang and the tip of the blued lever toning to silver. The frame also displays crisp scroll and borderline engraving with geometric patterns on the hinge pin and gold pin-style cocking indicators. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock and three-piece forend are near excellent as slightly-modified, there are scattered small blemishes and a 1 1/2'' piece has been expertly fitted at the butt, the length-of-pull remains a very manageable 14 1/2'' with drops of 1 5/8'' and 2 3/4'', the toe is ever-so-slightly cast-off. The gun features ejectors, double triggers and a non-automatic safety with dual under bites and Kersten crossbolts keeping the lock-up tight and barrels on-face. A solid Merkel for the hunter who enjoys the best in fine German firearm engineering. (22B9818-1) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Weatherby Athena Grade IV Field Master Sideplate Boxlock Ejectorgun Skeet Set

Lot #421 (Sale Order 422 of 601)

serial #D005970, 12 ga., 28'' ventilated rib barrels choked skeet in both with excellent bores. This is a skeet gun set complete with six as-new aluminum Briley inserts with each top and bottom being scratch-marked ''970''. The inserts are .410 Bore, 28 ga. and 20 ga, each with a nicely engine-turned breech and extractor and each choked skeet. The barrels retain 99% original blue with a deep plum undertone, there is an engraved border around the breech with a small silver mid-rib bead and a large white front. The coin-finished sideplates and frame are excellent with tasteful splashes and wedges of loose scroll engraving and a gold crown on the lever. The high-gloss checkered claro walnut buttstock with rosewood-capped pistolgrip and finger-groove forend are excellent with fantastic figure, there are nice tight burls in the forend with bold fiddleback figure in the butt. The safety is non-automatic, the ejectors are strong, the single selective gold trigger shows some wear to silver on the right-side, the chambers are 2 3/4'' with a 14'' length-of-pull with drops of 1 3/8'' and 2 1/2''. Included is a Zero Corporation Weatherby-marked fitted aluminum hard case with Briley instruction sheet. The perfect all-around set for the avid skeet-shooter in a compact easily-transported package. (22B9838-4) {MODERN} [Bruce Shroyer Collection] (2000/3000)

Lefever E Grade Sidelock Double Shotgun by Turnbull

Lot #422 (Sale Order 423 of 601)

serial #49006, 12 ga., 30'' Krupp Flussstahl barrels choked cylinder and full with excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% high-quality restored blue with the breech border engraving and other markings remaining crisp. The sideplates, frame and forend metal have been expertly-rejuvenated as only Turnbull can with deep contrasting colors found throughout. The metal surfaces also show crisp, detailed E Grade engraving with hunting dogs right-and-left, a duck on the triggerguard, wedges of scroll and nice pattern borders. The checkered select walnut buttstock with checkered hard rubber ''LAC'' buttplate and splinter-style forend are very good plus with two roughly 1/2'' filled areas on the left side and some handling marks along the toeline with absolutely fantastic burl grain figure. There is a bit of lateral play in the barrels, they are slightly off-face and are warped slightly to the right. The shotgun is equipped with silver pin-style cocking indicators on each side, double triggers, an automatic safety and the ejectors have been disabled. A very attractive restoration from the folks in Bloomfield, NY. (22B9806-1) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Browning Superposed Pigeon Grade Skeet Over Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Lot #423 (Sale Order 424 of 601)

serial #51988 S6, 12 ga., 28'' ventilated rib barrels choked skeet in both with excellent bores and 20 ga.,, 28'' ventilated rib barrels choked skeet in both with excellent bores. Both sets of barrels retain 99% original blue with some very minor edge wear and the typical rub mark from forend/barrel removal, each set are marked with matching ''5198 S6''. The engraved silver gray frame is excellent with two pigeons surrounded by scroll right and left, oak leaf motif around the fence and bolsters and tight floral scroll on the belly and triggerguard. Each barrel set is equipped with its own forend, the 12 ga. forend is near excellent with a small hairline crack forming on the left-side at the bolster and light handling marks, the 20 ga. forend is excellent with less evidence of handling. The high-gloss checkered walnut round-knob pistolgrip buttstock with double white line pad is very good plus to near excellent with the typical crackling and a bit of flaking around the bottom tang and forend metal. There is a small filled area on the left butt obviously factory-done and the figure is outstanding with very prominent slightly-iridescent fiddleback pattern. The single selective trigger has worn to silver toward the middle and right-hand side, the safety is non-automatic, both sets are sighted with a small mid bead and an orange fiber optic-style front and the ejectors are strong. Included is an excellent-condition factory fitted luggage-style case. A well-cared-for 1967 Pigeon set sure to be a versatile companion on the skeet field. (22C9789-2) {C&R} (3500/5000)

Harrison & Hussey Smallbore Scalloped Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #424 (Sale Order 425 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Small impact marks around triggerplate screw

serial #8206, 20 ga., 27 1/2'' barrels choked modified and tight full with excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain near 99% original blue with some small factory blemishes on the frame and minor slot damage to a few screw heads, ''HARRISON & HUSSEY LONDON'' is marked on the rib. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock with checkered butt and beavertail-style forend are very good plus with some signs of handling and shallow impact marks around the butt, the figure is subtle but nice with well-defined dropper points and sharp checkering. There is a single trigger and the length-of-pull is 14 1/2'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/8''. At just over 6.25 lbs. this is an agile and desirable hard-to-find British smallbore double. (229824-1) {C&R} (2000/4000)

Perugini & Visini Maestro Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #425 (Sale Order 426 of 601)

serial #2710, 12 ga., 29 1/2'' solid rib monobloc barrels choked modified and improved modified with excellent bores. The barrels, lever and guard retain 98-99% original blue with some very slight thinning, faint edge wear and the maker mark in gold on the left-side bolster. The engraved frame is coin-finished and remains excellent, the metal surfaces have been expertly-engraved with both loose and tight scroll with roses and incredibly-detailed floral bouquets, the signature of P&V Master Engraver ''RGreco'' is found next to the triggerguard. The checkered French walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and forend are near excellent with a couple small blemishes, the fiddleback figure is very attractive and the checkering sharp. These shotguns are provided with two trigger groups, currently the single trigger is installed and a double trigger unit is included, swapping triggers is accomplished by simply pulling back on the tang safety. The length-of-pull is 14 3/8'' with drops of 1 3/8 and 2'', the non-automatic safety is marked ''SICURA'' and ''BLOCCATO'' and the shotgun is sighted with two silver beads. Included is a Maestro-marked hard case. A correspondence with Perugini & Visini indicates that this Maestro was manufactured and exported from Italy in December of 2001. (22D9839-1) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

Fantastic Ithaca Flues Model Grade 3 Boxlock Double Ejectorgun

Lot #426 (Sale Order 427 of 601)

serial #209500, 10 ga, 32'' barrels with excellent bores. The ''KRUPP FLUID STEEL'' marked matted rib barrels retain about 99% strong museum-quality restored rust blue with a geometric border engraved at the breech, detailed jeweling on the breech face and some wear at the muzzle. The No. 3 engraved frame displays stunning case-hardened color with wedges of tight scroll, geometric borders and patterns and game scenes, the right-side shows a hunting dog testing the wind, the left-side another hunting dog and the belly shows a goose in the midst of a water take-off. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock with ebony cap and splinter-style forend with ebony inlaid tip are excellent with superb feathercrotch grain pattern appearing to emanate from the tip of the comb, they retain nearly all their original finish with some scattered blemishes and a couple compressed points. All parts show matching ''209500'' serial number, the chambers are 2 7/8'', lock up is tight and the shotgun weighs in at 11 1/2 lbs., it is housed in a dark brown leg-o-mutton case in about very good condition. An absolutely superb, investment quality big bore Ithaca Grade 3 Flues shotgun. (22C9700-2) {C&R} (2000/3000)

L.C. Smith Field Grade Featherweight Sidelock Double Shotgun

Lot #427 (Sale Order 428 of 601)

serial #FW72788, 16 ga. (2 9/16"), 26 1/2'' barrels choked modified and full with excellent bores. This shotgun has seen a museum-quality restoration and, although the gun is not signed, looks like the high-quality work typically-seen coming from Turnbull Restorations. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% deep blue with both barrel addresses crisp and legible. The sideplates and frame retain 99% vivid color case-hardening with very attractive swirls of blue, straw and brown and crisp ''L.C. SMITH'' on both sides. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock with Hawkins pad and splinter-style forend are near excellent condition, likely replacements, with two shallow drag marks on the left-side butt being the only notable blemishes. The length-of-pull is 13 5/8'' with drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 5/8'' and the barrels are on-face and tight. Shotgun is equipped with double triggers, an automatic safety and extractors. A very attractive restoration for one of these popular Featherweight Smiths. (22B9789-20) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Custom Mannlicher Schoenauer Model 1910 Takedown Bolt Action Rifle with Kenyan Retailer Marking

Lot #428 (Sale Order 429 of 601)

serial #8374, 9.5x57 (375 RNE), 28'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% maker blue with some small blemishes and a few faint freckles scattered about, the barrel is marked ''SPECIALLY MADE FOR CHAS. A. HEYER & CO''. All original factory markings are crisp, interestingly the barrel and receiver are marked ''8374'' and the underside of the butter knife bolt handle is marked ''8375'' no doubt a mere factory error. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip takedown stock is very good plus as lightly-refinished with some scattered light handling marks and the checkering worn mostly flat-top. The serrated horn buttplate is intact although it has begun to develop age cracks, the grip cap has a neat quick-release feature that reveals a tiny compartment underneath and the rifle is equipped with a single trigger. The takedown feature works as it should by pulling the front stock pin, removing the magazine and manipulating a small lever to the front of the triggerguard. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and four-leaf rear barrel sight with a fixed 100 meter shallow V-notch and the flip-up leaves graduating to 500 meters. A solid Mannlicher big bore made for the Chas A. Heyer Company of Nairobi, Kenya. (22B9721-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Winchester Pre-War Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #429 (Sale Order 430 of 601)

serial #19698, 220 Swift, 26'' barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel and receiver retain perhaps 98% original blue, there is some faint wear at the muzzle and some very light freckling toward the breech end of the barrel. The triggerguard, checkered buttplate and floorplate have toned to mostly silver with some original blue visible on the flats, the bolt body is mostly bright with matching serial number and the knob shows faint pewter undertones. All factory markings remain crisp. The wraparound checkered walnut stock with capped pistolgrip, left-side cheekpiece, ebony tip and Super Grade swivels is perhaps very good with a lightly-added finish many years ago, some flaking and scattered light handling marks. The stock shows some hints of nice fiddleback figure particularly toward the butt and the hard rubber grip cap remains excellent. This rifle was manufactured in 1938 and is in overall very fine condition. The rear barrel dovetail is filled with a blank, the front sight is a hooded brass bead, there are two later-added drilled and tapped holes in the rear bridge and a Lyman 48WJS aperture sight is mounted to the receiver. A great Pre-War varmint rifle known for its reliability and durability. (22B9789-63) {C&R} (2500/4000)

Custom Engraved Ruger No. 1-H Tropical Falling Block Rifle

Lot #430 (Sale Order 431 of 601)

serial #134-20214, 450/400 Nitro Express 3'', 24'' heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel and lever retain 99% original blue while the frame retains 99% maker blue with nicely-engraved silver game scenes and tight detailed floral scroll with black ink background motif on each flat, a cape buffalo right and a lion left. The checkered walnut Alexander Henry forend is very good with some light impact marks on the right-side, the checkered walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock with black rubber pad is excellent. There is an adjustable flip-up white diamond rear sight affixed to the quarter rib and there is a brass bead front sight. The giant 450/400 N.E. cartridge and the tasteful engraving make this an excellent rifle for the hunter looking to add a little something extra to their next dangerous big game hunt. (22C9740-11) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #431 (Sale Order 432 of 601)

serial #93383, 44 cal., 8" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The revolver is in standard configuration except there is no serial number on the bottom of the barrel and no evidence of one ever being present. The serial number listed was taken from the left side of the gripframe at the butt. The condition of the revolver is very fine. The barrel address is fully legible as are numerous sub-inspector's initials which appear on various parts of the revolver. The metal surfaces of the revolver retain about 65% bright original blue finish. The loss is due primarily to flaking which is most prevalent on the right side of barrel and rammer as well as the cylinder. There is one notable ding on the left side of the frame between the screws and a couple more minor dings along the frame edge beneath the cylinder. The hammer shows nice faded original color case hardened finish and the brass triggerguard shows a lovely patina. The two-piece walnut grips rate excellent with virtually all of their original finish remaining, having nice raised grain feel and a perfect cartouche on left grip. This is a very nice New Model Army with odd unnumbered barrel that appears original in all respects. (1B9833-92) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Lot #432 (Sale Order 433 of 601)

serial #27125, 38 Colt, 3 1/2" round barrel with an about very good bore with a small area of light oxidation. This revolver is in nickel plated finish and shows a fully visible etched panel on left side of barrel. The metal surfaces of the revolver retain 98% bright original nickel plated finish with just the finest flaking starting on left side of frame. All markings in metal remain crisp and clear. The mother-of-pearl grips are clearly period, fit beautifully and are very likely original. The hammer shows a medium gray brown patina and remains smooth with some light oxidation staining. A very crisp Lightning. (1B9898-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #433 (Sale Order 434 of 601)

serial #171813, 45 Colt, 7 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very handsome Colt Single Action that was redone at some point by the factory. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 98 to near 99% original blue, the only true loss being some very light left side muzzle wear, also showing a widely scattered sparse spot of surface oxidation here or there, the barrel likely a more-modern replacement from the time of the factory refinish. The triggerguard, grip frame and cylinder retain a similar amount of blue, again with perhaps the sparsely scattered surface oxidation spot here or there, but they are unobtrusive, the triggerguard showing a minor scratch. The frame remains lovely with 99% factory color case-hardening, again with a few speckles of light surface oxidation here or there. The bright-polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant and the gun seems to function flawlessly mechanically. The interior of the triggerguard, grip frame and face of cylinder are all stamped ''211'', being a Colt assembly code for internal use when an arm is disassembled and refinished. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate very fine showing only light wear, they fit perfectly and are un-numbered. A beautiful antique Colt revolver made in 1897 that appears very nearly as-new following its factory refinish. (3B9827-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #434 (Sale Order 435 of 601)

serial #273739, 38 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and ejector housing retain perhaps 90-92% original blue showing muzzle wear and wear on the outer edge of the housing, with some very miniscule scratches or handling marks. The cylinder retains perhaps 85-90% blue, showing numerous light rotational marks or scratches. The grip frame and triggerguard retain about 98% original blue showing light sharp edge wear and some very miniscule handling marks. The frame and hammer are quite nice retaining perhaps 98% original color case-hardening, fading somewhat on the left outer edge which shows one small silvery spot with some extremely light pinprick pitting. The screws all show nice fire blue, silvering somewhat on the higher protruding areas, and there are a couple freckles of very light surface oxidation on the right of frame. The arm wears a pair of period stag grips which show nice yellowing with age and while un-numbered fit extremely well, the frontstrap being just slightly proud. Interestingly the rear face of the cylinder is numbered ''353'' but the arm times and locks up well and functions properly mechanically. Really a very attractive smaller bore Single Action Army manufactured in 1906. (3B9908-25) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Very Rare Pre-Production Savage No. 4 MKI Enfield Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #435 (Sale Order 436 of 601)

303 British, 25" six-groove barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle that, according to the consignor, came out of Springfield Armory. Given the characteristics of the arm it is no doubt a pre-production example likely retained as a sample piece. Production of the No. 4 rifle by Savage began at the end of 1941, this example is dated 1941 and remains un-serialized and is not marked "U.S. PROPERTY". The metal surfaces retain about 96% original dark gray Parkerized finish showing some silvering near the muzzle, some scattered light handling marks and a few small areas toning to a deep gray-brown patina. The smooth walnut stocks with grooved handguard remain in very fine condition showing a strong armory oil finish with some scattered light dings, handling marks and a small scuff on the underside of the forend near the tip. All components appear to be properly "S" Savage-marked and there is a lightly-struck "P" at the back of the bolt handle, small flaming bomb on the bolt head, and a small flaming bomb and circled "1" at the top right edge of the socket and on the chamber beneath the handguard. The rifle is equipped with early-style parts one would expect including button head cocking piece (again Savage-marked) and Mark I rear and front sights. One un-numbered S-marked magazine and an unmarked original canvas sling are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. This important rifle would make for an excellent addition to any American or British martial arms collection. (13B9735-13) {C&R} (3000/5000)

Very Rare Soviet 1936 Experimental Mosin Nagant Bolt Action Rifle by Tula

Lot #436 (Sale Order 437 of 601)

serial #02259, 7.62x54mmR, 29" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few scattered light pits and strong rifling throughout. This is a very nice example of what is sometimes referred to as the "Simonov" trials rifle or "stable rifle", made in small numbers in 1936 and featuring experimental pillar bedding, single piece barrel bands and rather Mauser-like nosecap with bayonet lug to accept a blade-style bayonet. They also featured a unique front sight, though it has been lost on this example and replaced with a standard 91/30 front sight. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original blue showing overall thinning and toning to deep gray-brown patina along with some sparsely scattered light oxidation staining and minor handling marks. The bolt remains partially bright showing some overall gray freckling and minor pinprick pitting. The barrel shank markings remain crisp and clear showing strong inspector stamps, Tula arsenal star, 1936 date and serial number. The smooth hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition retaining about 94% of their distinctive deep reddish-brown, almost black, original varnish showing a thin 2 1/2" crack on the left side ahead of the sling escutcheon, overall light dings, mild abrasions and other minor handling marks. The stock retains strong small inspector marks scattered about, a very nice Tula star with 1936 cartouche on the right butt and "??-??-3?" experimental designator on the left side. The rifle is fitted with simple sling swivel bars, all of the serialized parts are matching and appear to be of Tula production, there are no added import marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine example of an extremely desirable experimental Mosin that would make an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13C9807-102) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3500/5000)

Commercial British Long Lee MKI* Bolt Action Rifle by LSA Co. Regulated by G. Fulton

Lot #437 (Sale Order 438 of 601)

serial #632O / 491O, 303 British, 30 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very handsome rifle retaining about 80% original blue with most of the loss due to some overall light oxidation staining and mild freckling, some light pitting along the bottom of the magazine and triggerguard and small areas toning to a deep gray-brown patina. All markings remain crisp and the arm is stamped with commercial proof marks, "G. FULTON" atop the barrel shank, "632O" serial number on the receiver ring and another number "491O" on the top right edge of the socket. The barrel is numbered "X128" beneath the handguard, stamped "NITRO PROOVED" along with commercial proofs, circled "E" and circled "V". The smooth walnut stocks remain in very good plus condition showing overall light dings and dents from moderate use with otherwise generous amounts of fine period varnish and lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout. There is a vacant hole and 2" neatly filled inlet ahead of the brass buttplate upper tang, perhaps originally intended for some sort of heel-mounted rear sight, along with three small nail holes and faint outline of a shield shape on the right side butt, no doubt where some manner of monogram plate or prize presentation once was. The bolt is matching by number "491O", the magazine remains chained to the triggerguard and the magazine cutoff, volley sights and dust cover are intact. The action seems to function well mechanically and features a very nice single-stage trigger pull. Also included is an original canvas sling with leather attachment tabs marked "BISLEY WORKS / AGA" on the leather that rates very good, the leather with some mild to perhaps moderate crackling and the canvas with mild staining. A very fine rifle worked on by this renowned Bisley gunsmith. (13B9807-187) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

Scarce Japanese Type 99 Arisaka Pressure Test Rifle by Kokura

Lot #438 (Sale Order 439 of 601)

serial #50, 7.7 Arisaka, 26 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original blue with most of the loss due to overall mild oxidation staining and areas toning to a deep gray-brown patina. All markings remain intact with the left side receiver stamped only with the Kokura arsenal mark and small "50" on the receiver ring. The Asian hardwood stock remains in about good condition showing a slightly flexing 2 1/2" crack on the right side behind the chamber, a number of moderate dents and dings scattered throughout with remnants of original finish and chatter marks along the wrist. The barrel and chamber are matching the receiver, the chamber nut is numbered "10" and the bolt is un-numbered. A nice example of these interesting pressure test guns for the Japanese arms collector. (13A9807-117) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

Japanese Type 2 Paratrooper Arisaka Bolt Action Rifle by Nagoya

Lot #439 (Sale Order 440 of 601)

serial #1277, 7.7 Arisaka, 26" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some thinning along the front band, muzzle and bottom metal, a few small areas of minor oxidation staining and other handling marks. The rear barrel band and buttplate have mostly toned to dark gray patina and the receiver ring shows a partially bright grind mark from where the chrysanthemum was removed, also removing part of the model designation. The smooth Asian hardwood stocks remain in very good plus to perhaps very fine condition showing remnants of original finish with the usual scattered light dings and mild abrasions overall. A few of the screws remain staked, the wedge is numbered "1" though its screw head is matching the remaining assembly-numbered parts with "32". The bolt parts and front band are matching the receiver by serial number and the dust cover is a mismatched "623". An original long cleaning rod is present, the action seems to function well mechanically and the two halves lock together securely. A fine example of these desirable Japanese paratrooper rifles. (13B9793-18) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Early Soviet SVT-40 Semi-Auto Rifle by Podolsk

Lot #440 (Sale Order 441 of 601)

serial #OP2669, 7.62x54mmR, 24 1/2" barrel with a fair bore showing darkness and moderate oxidation in the grooves with some good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1940-dated rifle retain about 85-90% original blue with loss due to thinning to pewter along the action cover and overall mild high edge wear, some scattered tiny spots of minor oxidation staining and light handling marks. The bolt and carrier remain in-the-white toning to a pewter gunmetal patina with some areas of mild gray-brown freckling. All markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good condition retaining a healthy amount of original shellac with the stock showing a lengthy 17" thin crack along the right side running back from the band, this shows an old period repair with a number of pins inserted through the top edge, visible when the handguard is removed. Beyond this the stock shows the usual expected overall light to perhaps moderate dings and mild abrasions and is clearly stamp-numbered matching on the left side butt also showing a nice Podolsk cartouche and the "1940" date obscured somewhat by a moderate dent. An original cleaning rod is present along with the earlier 8-hole piston cover. All of the serialized parts are matching aside from the magazine, the arm bears no Finnish, import or refurbishment markings and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included magazine is numbered "AK736.2", shows two Finnish property stamps on the floorplate and retains most of its arsenal blue with some light pitting beneath the finish. An attractive and desirable Podolsk for the martial arms collector. (13B9807-100) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

Scarce Czechoslovakian vz.54 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle

Lot #441 (Sale Order 442 of 601)

serial #E4733, 7.62x54mmR, 27 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 98% Czech arsenal blue and black enamel finishes showing some light flaking along the barrel band and a few scattered mild freckles along the barrel. All markings remain crisp and clear with arsenal "she" code and "57" date along with military proof marks. The arm also shows more modern 1992 Czech commercial proofs on the receiver and barrel and does not appear to be import-marked. The smooth pistolgrip hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining most of their light arsenal varnish with some scattered light dings and a couple tiny scratches below the scope mount. The mount is numbered "Z1005" and the original 2.5 power scope is yal-coded serial number "F4809" with German-style reticle and moderately yellowed but serviceable optics. All of the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine example of these interesting and desirable sniper rifles, only made for three years. (13B9807-106) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (4000/5000)

Egyptian FN-49 Late Pattern Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle by Fabrique Nationale

Lot #442 (Sale Order 443 of 601)

serial #34098, 8mm Mauser, 23" barrel (24 1/2" overall including compensator) with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain about 97-98% original black enamel finish showing a few scattered light flakes along the high edges and bottom of the magazine, some areas of minor bubbling of the finish along the scope body and some other scattered light handling marks. All markings remain intact and crisp and there do not appear to be any import marks. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered small but perhaps moderate dings here and there, a few mild abrasions and strong arsenal oil finish. The stock markings remain strong and the brass stock disc shows stamped Arabic writing. The stock and 2.5 power Meopta scope are matching the receiver, the action cover is numbered "34505" and the scope mount "822". The scope features a German-style reticle and slightly yellowed but serviceable optics, a cleaning kit is housed in the butt and the action seems to function well mechanically. The late pattern snipers are equipped with FN factory-offered Echo mounts on-which the Egyptians then fitted their earlier pattern Meopta scopes. A very fine example of these excellent quality military rifles in proper sniper configuration, generally considered the last battle rifle of "old world quality". (13B9807-76) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3000/5000)

Swedish M41 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Carl Gustafs

Lot #443 (Sale Order 444 of 601)

serial #349278, 6.5x55mm Swedish, 29" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered tiny pinprick pits and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1915-dated rifle retain about 95% arsenal refurbished blue showing some light high edge wear, a few errant freckles and minor handling marks. The bolt remains mostly bright showing some mild gray freckling and the small parts retain strong fire blue. All markings are intact and strong and the rifle does not appear to be import-marked. The area behind the trigger has been relieved slightly and the trigger itself has been "straightened" somewhat as it is not as curved as a factory example, these discrepancies however are rather unobtrusive. The 3-power AGA M/42 scope is numbered "974" and retains about 96% original blue and black enamel finishes showing some high edge wear and minor handling marks. The scope features a German-style reticle and very slightly cloudy but serviceable optics. The smooth hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered fine scratches and mild staining, minor dings and the expected overall light handling marks. The stock shows crisp crown inspector stamps behind the triggerguard and the stock disc is stamped "KIK / i16 / No 1311". The safety is numbered "209", the rear sight parts are "558", the scope base is "1311" while the mount and rings are "1313". The remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. An original front sight hood is present and a set of leather scope covers, leather sling and quick detach swivel showing moderate wear are included. A very good example of these fine Swedish sniper rifles. (13B9807-58) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

Japanese Type 97 Arisaka Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Nagoya

Lot #444 (Sale Order 445 of 601)

serial #2667, 6.5 Arisaka, 31" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this first series rifle retain about 95% original blue showing some high edge wear, some areas of mild thinning and scattered small spots of minor oxidation staining. The dust cover shows some more moderate old oxidation staining overall toning to a mix of blue and deep plum-brown patina. All markings remain intact and crisp and the chrysanthemum is completely intact and unmolested. The 2.5 power scope retains about 96% original black enamel finish showing some minor flaking and handling marks. As-is typical the scope is mismatched with the mount marked with a first series kanji and number "13182", the scope body is numbered "14363" and the rubber eyepiece has mostly been lost showing some hardened remnants. The optics with correct Japanese reticle are very good showing some scattered fine black flakes in the field of view, otherwise remaining serviceable. The Asian hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original finish and showing a few darkened areas along the comb, handguard and edges, a mild abrasion along the bottom right edge, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock retains crisp kanji stamps behind the pistolgrip and along the toe line. The rifle is equipped with a monopod-style barrel band (sans monopod hardware) and an original cleaning rod is present. The dust cover is numbered "836", the remaining bolt parts and front band are matching the receiver and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Type 97 for the Japanese martial collector. (13B9807-112) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3000/4000)

Indian No. 4 Mk1/2 (T) Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Ishapore

Lot #445 (Sale Order 446 of 601)

serial #A0054T, 303 British, 25 1/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore perhaps showing a few areas of faint frosting in the grooves with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this FR 1962-dated rifle retain perhaps 60% arsenal black enamel finish showing overall flaking to mottled gray patina, some scattered light dings and handling marks. All markings remain intact and strong with maker-markings on the right side socket, mark designation on the left side receiver wall along with "T" and a discreet SPR import mark at the rear right side of receiver. There are matching serial numbers on the right side receiver ring, right side socket, bolt handle and barrel shank beneath the handguard and a number of the smaller parts show various manufacturer markings. The rifle is equipped with a No. 32 Mk.3 telescopic sight and mount that retain about 95% black enamel and dark gray Parkerized finishes showing some light high edge wear and the scope with some flaking along the objective. All markings remain intact and crisp with strong manufacturer markings, red-painted "W", blue "B" and the scope is numbered "24671". The scope rings are matching the mount by numbers "746" and 747" and the mount is mismatching the rifle, numbered "N36850". The scope features typical single post with crosshair reticle and very good optics that are slightly yellowed but completely serviceable. The smooth hardwood stocks remain in about very good condition showing some scattered shallow light chips, mild abrasions and dings. There are remnants of a painted green "1" on the right side butt along with a softened cartouche, the fore-stock appears to be faintly numbered "20935" and the original scope number on the wrist is also quite faint but appears to have been either "6771" or "6772". The included magazine has been arsenal-renumbered to match the rifle and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are a 1941-dated canvas action cover that shows some moderate foxing, pair of leather scope covers with Broad Arrow stamp that rate very good and an original olive drab metal scope case that rates very fine showing some light scuffs along the exterior. The interior label indicates it was originally for rifle "A4441" and scope "28173". A very interesting sniper variation that likely saw service during one of the many Indo-Pakistani conflicts of the mid-60's early 70's. (13B9807-257) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

Scarce Norinco NDM-86 Dragunov Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle

Lot #446 (Sale Order 447 of 601)

serial #20019, 7.62x54mmR, 24 1/2" barrel (27 1/2" overall including compensator) with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1980's imported commercial rifle retain about 96% original black enamel finish showing some scattered tiny flakes, light handling marks, some light wear along the scope mount rail and an area of small marks behind the ejection port. The bolt and carrier are a pleasant mild gray tone and all markings remain intact and strong with "NORINCO / CHINA" etched on the right side receiver and the left side showing a small "CSI ONT CA" import mark. The laminated hardwood pistolgrip buttstock with Bakelite pistolgrip cap and two-piece forend remain in near excellent condition retaining most of their arsenal-quality varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttstock is numbered "300638" and is equipped with a removable cheek rest that is numbered matching the rifle. All remaining serialized parts appear to be matching, one original unmarked magazine in near excellent condition is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A tan Russian-made sling in very fine condition and an unmarked correct style commercial scope with mount are also included that rate near excellent showing some scattered light handling marks along the exterior. The scope features illuminated reticle function (no batteries present), range-finding reticle and the optics show moderate yellowing but remain very serviceable. A very fine example of these increasingly desirable and excellent quality Dragunov clones. (13B9807-182) {MODERN} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (5000/7000)

Custom Armscorp M14 Semi-Auto "Sniper" Rifle with ART II Scope

Lot #447 (Sale Order 448 of 601)

serial #A003162, 7.62 NATO, 22" 6-62-dated H&R barrel (25" overall including compensator) with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nicely constructed rifle retaining about 98% original and arsenal quality Parkerized finishes showing some light high edge and operational wear along with a few minor handling marks along the barrel. The scope and its mount retain about 97% Parkerized finish showing some light handling marks and edge wear. The mount is properly marked "LEATHERWOOD ADJUSTABLE RANGING TELESCOPE / MILITARY ARMAMENT CORPORATION U.S.A." and the ART II sticker is intact and serial-numbered "6300". The scope features the correct ART II reticle with very good plus optics, they are very slightly yellowed with some scattered tiny flakes in the field of view but otherwise completely serviceable. The checkered pistolgrip brown synthetic stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered mild scratches and handling marks overall. The rifle is composed of various USGI parts, a set of commercial scope covers and green nylon sling are included and the action seems to function well mechanically. No magazine is present but these are plentiful on the secondary market. Also included is an original green synthetic case for the ART scope that rates very fine showing some overall scuffs along the edges, handling marks and some spots of minor discoloration. The strap and catches are intact. A very fine rig that certainly looks the part and will probably make for a fine shooter. (13B9807-63) {MODERN} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3500)

Danish Model 1910/21 Bergmann Semi-Auto Pistol by Haerens Tojhus

Lot #448 (Sale Order 449 of 601)

serial #658, 9mm Bergmann, 4" ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 90-92% original blue showing some light high edge wear and thinning to pewter along the sides of the barrel and gripstraps, some scattered light freckling and minor handling marks. The small parts remain mostly bright showing some scattered mild gray-brown freckling and the extractor retains almost all of its brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and crisp with arsenal markings on the left side receiver, inverted "(Crown) / 24" acceptance date on the right side receiver and barrel, "RKV" stamp on the bottom of the frame and "5500" Danish inventory number on the right side. The walnut grips with checkered circular motifs are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very good condition showing some overall light dings, handling marks and the left panel with a small chip at its top rear point. One original magazine numbered "8647" is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example of these interesting and desirable pistols that served the Danish military for quite some time. (13B9848-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Scarce German C96 Six-Shot Large Ring Semi-Auto Pistol by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot #449 (Sale Order 450 of 601)

serial #29568, 30 Mauser, 4" barrel with an about very good bore showing scattered light oxidation and a few fine pinprick pits with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 98% museum-grade restored rust blue showing some very mild toning to plum-brown patina around the muzzle, a few light handling marks and a couple scattered tiny pinprick pits beneath the finish. There is a small ding at the heel of the grip frame but this is very unobtrusive and the markings are unmolested and remain completely intact and strong. The bolt shows some moderate discoloration from some sort of contaminant and is taking on a pale brown tone while the interior areas of the bolt remain bright and the fire control group is a mild gray. The trigger retains 98% restored bold straw color and the balance of the small parts similarly retain about 98% wonderfully restored brilliant fire blue. The grooved walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition as nicely refinished showing a few slightly darkened areas, a small perhaps moderate ding at the base of the left panel and a few more minor handling marks. A segment of the lanyard ring has broken off but it otherwise remains retained, all of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very finely restored example of a scarce and seldom-seen early C96 variation. (13B9790-18) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (2000/3000)

Very Rare Chinese Military Type 59 Makarov Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #450 (Sale Order 451 of 601)

serial #4062183, 9mm Makarov, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful example of a rare and desirable Chinese Makarov pistol. The metal surfaces of this "59SHI"-marked pistol retain about 98-99% original blue showing a few small handling marks scattered about and a small minor mark from safety lever operation. The hammer and safety lever are a lovely deep plum tone and all markings remain crisp and clear with the appropriate "Triangle 66" factory stamp and "59SHI" on the left side frame. The checkered reddish brown synthetic grip with Chinese shield and five star emblems remains in excellent condition. The slide, safety and triggerguard are stamp-numbered matching the frame while the trigger and smaller internal components are electro-penciled matching. The action seems to function well mechanically, there are no added importer markings and the pistol includes two magazines, one is the correct original magazine stamp-numbered to the gun and the other is likely a Bulgarian magazine numbered "356-2". Also included is a blued cleaning rod and a correct original Chinese leather flap holster with blue corduroy lining that rates very good showing some scuffing along the lining, some edge wear and small darkened areas from staining along the exterior with otherwise tight stitching. True Chinese military Type 59 pistols are some of the rarest and most desirable Makarov variants as they were only made for a couple of years and are seldom encountered in this country. A superb example for the advanced military collection. (13B9807-308) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3500)

German LP.08 Artillery Luger Pistol by Erfurt with Unit Marking

Lot #451 (Sale Order 452 of 601)

serial #5010A, 9mm, 8" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting in the grooves with crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1914-dated pistol retain about 90% plus original blue with most of the loss due to some overall specks of light oxidation staining, a bit more moderate along the gripstraps, a few small patches of light pitting at the right side muzzle, left side barrel and sideplate. The small parts retain much of their rich straw color showing some scattered mild freckling while the sear spring, rear sight blade and slider retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and crisp and the backstrap is stamped with artillery unit marking "A.R.95.4.12.", the "4" having been struck over a "3". The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition showing a few lightly chipped points, some minor handling marks and the left panel showing some mild play. All of the serialized parts are matching including the un-grooved firing pin and fine tune-adjustable sights. Included is an excellent bright-bodied wood base magazine numbered "6324c" and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive early Erfurt artillery Luger that would make a fine addition to any martial collection. (13C9807-314) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

German P.08 Luger Pistol by DWM

Lot #452 (Sale Order 453 of 601)

serial #1071g, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered very fine oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1915-dated pistol retain about 96% original blue showing some light high edge wear and mild thinning along the gripstraps and there are a few light dings along the bow of the triggerguard and top rear edge of the frame but these are very unobtrusive. Curiously, the sideplate shows a reapplied arsenal quality rust blue with some fine pinprick pitting beneath the finish but the balance of the pistol is unmistakably original. The small parts retain strong rich straw color with some mild silvering along the trigger and safety while the sear spring, toggle pins and front sight show lovely pale fire blue. The grip screws show some light slot wear and still retain a few flakes of fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing just a couple lightly chipped points and a few minor handling marks and both remain tightly fitted to the frame. All of the serialized parts are matching including the un-grooved firing pin and the pistol retains its correct long sear. One excellent bright-bodied wood base magazine numbered "634a" is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Imperial German Luger for the First World War collector. (13B9807-344) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

Rare German Kriegsmarine P.08 Luger S/42 Pistol by Mauser

Lot #453 (Sale Order 454 of 601)

serial #3087i, 9mm, 4" barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing light oxidation throughout and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1938-dated pistol retain about 95% original blue with loss due to mild thinning to gray patina along the gripstraps, light high edge wear, some scattered handling marks and a few small areas taking on a deep plum tone under bright light. All markings remain crisp and clear with proper droop wing eagle firing proofs and "(Eagle) / 63" Waffenamts. The backstrap shows a crisp engraved naval ''Nordsee'' property number "N / 2468". The checkered walnut grips are un-numbered and remain in very fine condition showing some scattered lightly chipped points, minor dings and remain tightly-fitted. All of the serialized parts are matching including the grooved firing pin and the action seems to function well mechanically. One blue-boded aluminum base naval magazine is included, it retains perhaps 80% thinning blue along the body and the base shows some scattered light dings. The magazine is numbered "2679i" along with a "+", "(Eagle) / 63" and "N2436X" property number. A very attractive and desirable Kriegsmarine Luger, one of about 2400 units procured in 1938, most naval pistols did not survive the war. (13C9837-11) {C&R} (3000/5000)

German P.08 Luger S/42 Pistol by Mauser

Lot #454 (Sale Order 455 of 601)

serial #4868d, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some very light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1938-dated pistol retain about 96% original blue showing some thinning to mild gray along the gripstraps, some light high edge wear mostly along the sideplate and handling marks. There is a small ding at the top left edge at the rear of the frame but this is unobtrusive. The extractor has taken on a deep plum tone and all markings remain intact and strong with proper droop wing eagle firing proofs and "(Eagle) / 63" Waffenamts. The checkered walnut grips are un-numbered and remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition showing a few lightly chipped points along the left panel and some other mild handling marks, both grips are tightly fitted to the frame. All of the serialized parts are matching including the grooved firing pin and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a blue-bodied aluminum base magazine that is matching the pistol. A very attractive S/42 with the added bonus of a matching magazine. (13B9807-340) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

Early German G.43 Semi-Auto Rifle by Berlin Lubecker

Lot #455 (Sale Order 456 of 601)

serial #176, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with threaded muzzle and a bright very good plus to near excellent bore showing some light frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this duv 44-coded rifle retain perhaps 90% original blue showing some thinning and light oxidation staining along the barrel, triggerguard toning to mild gray-brown patina and moderate silvering along the housing. All markings remain intact and quite crisp, there is a very faintly scratched social security number below the rear sight on the right side, it is really very light and unobtrusive. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood buttstock is stamp-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine condition showing a few scattered light dings, handling marks and a small spot of old varnish on the right side butt. There are some very fine lamination cracks along the butt that are unobtrusive and the buttplate shows some scattered light pitting and old oxidation staining having toned mostly to a silvery pewter patina. The stock retains very good markings with strong "(Eagle) / 214" Waffenamts that have softened somewhat but remain quite nice. The smooth reddish-brown Durofol handguard rates near excellent showing just a few light handling marks. This very fine rifle is all-matching and stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 214" Waffenamts and retains its correct early features including serial number stamped atop the bolt carrier. One original aye-coded G43 magazine retaining about 90% black enamel finish is included along with an original sling in very good condition and cleaning rod. This example would make for an excellent addition to any martial collection. (13C9807-174) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (3500/5000)

Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #456 (Sale Order 457 of 601)

serial #423295, 220 Swift, 26'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain near 99% original blue with a slight hint of silver at the muzzle with some scattered tiny blemishes and edge wear. The bolt body is bright and is correctly matching, the bolt knob is toning to gunmetal and there is a bit of operational wear on the extractor. The checkered walnut pistolgrip Monte Carlo-style stock with white line Pachmayr pad is very good with just a hint of added varnish some time ago and a 13 1/2'' length of pull, there are scattered signs of handling, some flaking and some small rub marks around the front swivel. The rear barrel dovetail is filled with a blank and the front sight is a brass bead missing its hood. A solid 1957 varmint rifle. (22B9789-67) {C&R) (1500/2000)

Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #457 (Sale Order 458 of 601)

serial #159485, 410 Bore, 26'' plain barrel choked (and marked) full with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98 to near 99% strong original blue, there are a few concentrated freckles and tiny pinprick pits along the top of the receiver, these blemishes are mostly unobtrusive and do very little to detract from the overall quality of the arm. There are a couple other tiny blemishes and a couple faint scratches with the Winchester proof marks and all other markings remaining crisp and the bolt body bright. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate and grooved forend are excellent with just a couple barely-noticeable signs of handling. An overall excellent 1961-manufactured 3'' chamber Standard Model 42 that will make a solid investment or better-than-average small game gun. (22B9789-26) {C&R} (1800/2400)

Winchester Model 54 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #458 (Sale Order 459 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Cheekpiece expertly added

serial #41922A, 22 Hornet, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain near 98% original blue with some small areas toning to plum, small blemishes and some wear to silver at the muzzle. The floorplate is unmarked, the bolt handle retains all its original blue and the bolt body is bright. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock with left-side shadowline cheekpiece and ebony tip is very good plus to near excellent with typically-found light handling marks and the checkered buttplate worn to silver on the edges and at the heel and toe. The front sight is a hooded brass bead, there is a target block just in front of the filled rear barrel dovetail and there is a Griffin & Howe scope mount and a Lyman 48W attached to the receiver. An all-around excellent mid-30s Model 54 with a variety of sight options. (22A9864-7) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Colt Medium Frame Semi-Deluxe Lightning Slide Action Rifle

Lot #459 (Sale Order 460 of 601)

serial #12773, 38-40 cal, 26'' barrel with a near very good bore, there are scattered light pits but the metal is shiny with strong rifling. This 1886 rifle was beautifully and expertly-restored some time ago, the high edges are sharp and the barrel markings are crisp and perfectly legible, great care was taken to preserve the often-missing Rampant Colt on the receiver's left-side. The metal surfaces retain near 99% museum-quality re-applied blue, there are small blemishes and handling marks here-and-there but the overall quality of the work supersedes any of these minor imperfections. The checkered walnut straight-grip buttstock with crescent buttplate and two-piece forend are perhaps very good as lightly cleaned and nicely-refinished, there are two non-flexing unobtrusive cracks where the right wrist meets the receiver and scattered light handling and impact marks. Rifle is sighted with a semi-buckhorn rear and a small bead front. The action appears to function as it should and the triggerguard mounted sliding release is not present. A wonderfully-done restoration for this Antique Colt. (22C9896-158) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt New Service Target Model Revolver

Lot #460 (Sale Order 461 of 601)

serial #325982, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This 1926-manufactured revolver remains in very good plus condition with striking later added ivory grips. The metal surfaces retain about 92-94% original blue, the checkered grip frame starting to thin to brown, scattered freckling, high edge wear plus oxidation blemishes and pitting, some lightly cleaned, on the cylinder and right side of the frame. The checkered trigger has rich full blue finish as does the hammer with bright sides and light operational wear. The grips are beautiful smooth fossilized Alaskan Walrus ivory with silver Rampant Colt medallions skillfully crafted by an unknown artisan. The gun features an elevation adjustable Patridge front sight, windage adjustable black blade rear sight with windage witness marks and it times and locks up correctly. This gun has seen light but honest use over the years and remains a solid investment. (8A9794-25) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand

Lot #461 (Sale Order 462 of 601)

serial #1509484, 45 ACP, 5" High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This attractive pistol has seen very little use since Remington produced it in 1943. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original Du-Lite bluing over sandblasted finish with minor high edge wear, slight thinning on the grip safety and a few handling marks. The grips are synthetic factory Keyes Fibre with reinforcing ribs and rings around the screw holes, both panels rate excellent. The parts are correct for the time of manufacture plus Colonel Frank J. Atwood's inspection stamp is crisp as are the Ordnance wheel, proof marks and serial number. It includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded base and very light wear to the blue finish. Springfield Armory Research Service could provide no clue to the guns past but it appears it spent most of its life sitting in an armory rather than in the field. A wonderful gun for the martial collector. (8A9854-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Smith & Wesson Fourth Model target 44 Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot #462 (Sale Order 463 of 601)

serial #S141091, 44 Special, 6 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver remains in incredible condition and retains about 99% original blue with sparse toning at the muzzle and a few stray handling marks. The gun features a .500" target trigger and .500" target hammer showing vibrant case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The grips are very desirable diamond checkered walnut "coke bottle" factory stocks with silver S&W medallions. They rate about very good to excellent with light operational marks on the ejector cutout, a tiny surface chip at the bottom of the backstrap cutout on the right panel and second one forming on the left panel. The numbered parts are correct to the gun and it times and locks up as good as when it left Springfield in the mid-1950's. The gun has been fitted with Patridge front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. An outstanding Model of 1950 for the collector with fantastic condition. (8A9790-8) {C&R} (2000/2500)

Scarce "Fat Barrel" Colt Super 38 Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #463 (Sale Order 464 of 601)

serial #108259, 38 Super Auto, 5" Colt "fat barrel" with an excellent bore. Post war 38 Super Auto barrels were manufactured from 45 Auto barrel blanks resulting in a larger diameter barrel nicknamed "fat barrels". They were used from 1947 when 38 Super Auto production resumed until about mid-1954. This 1953-manufactured pistol features one of those scarce barrels and remains in wonderful condition with 98-99% original blue showing mostly sparse handling and assembly marks with a pair of small surface scratches on the left side of the slide. The grips are checkered post war synthetic "Coltwood" stocks with molded-in "Rampant Colt" on each panel and rate excellent. All the small parts are correct for the period of manufacture and the slide is marked "COLT'S MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.", used during the same short period of manufacture. It includes the original hinged brown box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and a single factory marked magazine. The grease pencil numbers on the bottom of the box are faded but still legible. The box rates about very good showing scattered surface scuffing and one corner on the cover is torn. Also included is the original instruction manual that rates very good to excellent with minor tears in the ends of the folds, slight soiling and yellowing. An excellent example of a scarce post-war 38 Super Auto with box and fine investment for the collector. (8A9779-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Izhmach Tiger Dragunov Rifle By Izhevsk

Lot #464 (Sale Order 465 of 601)

serial #33773, 7.62x54R, 21'' barrel with flash hider and a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original black enamel and anodized type finish that have a few light handling marks and some light wear along the bearing and working surfaces. This is the commercial version of the famous Russian SVD ''Dragunov'' sniper rifle. This example was made in 1993 {marked along the right side of the receiver) and imported just prior to the infamous Clinton assault weapons ban. With its importation limited only a few examples made it to the U.S. and demand for these quality arms has been high ever since. This rifle features a set of black polymer stocks including a forearm with handrail and a SVD thumbhole buttstock with cheekrest pad. The original sights remain intact and a correct left side mount for optics that is marked ''Made In Belarus'' is included. Mounted to the underside of the receiver is a factory folding bipod, a small unmarked laser sight with Mantarail wire guard cover is mounted to the forearm rail. A single detachable magazine and a correct canvas sling are included. A superb example of these desirable quality tactical arms. (4B9796-16) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

U.S. M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine By Inland Division

Lot #465 (Sale Order 466 of 601)

serial #550574, 30 Carbine, 18'' Inland/General Motors marked barrel that is dated ''7-43'' and has an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% arsenal applied parkerized finish that has some light edge and bearing surface wear and areas of brown patina scattered throughout. The markings on this 3rd variation example remain crisp. The wood portions of the low-wood collapsible stock rate near excellent as arsenal refinished. The narrow, two-rivet handguard is marked ''OI'' on the underside. There are a few small dings and chips throughout along with a couple of minor impressions that are consistent with the positioning of the metal folding buttplate. The ''AAR'' Augusta Arsenal rework mark is still visible on the left side above the Overton pistolgrip which is ''P'' stamped, the ''R'' is a bit faint on its upper edges. The sand cast buttplate bears the correct ''B257614'' cast numbering and is marked ''(wheel) 6'' afterward. The leather pad has some light handling marks, the brass rivets have an ochre patina and are stamped ''7/4''. Carbine is equipped with the Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, has the adjustable rear sight and later trigger group, all of the parts appear to be of Inland and correct contractor issue. A single ''IA'' marked 15 round magazine, oiler and green canvas GI sling are included. The serial number indicates that this carbine was built in July of 1943 and falls within the range of the first round of M1A1 Paratrooper builds. This example likely later arsenal reconditioned at Augusta where is received its later style parts. Overall an excellent example of these desirable and collectible U.S. Military carbines. (4B9830-31) {C&R} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (2000/3000)

Colt Pre-Ban SP1 AR-15 Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #466 (Sale Order 467 of 601)

serial #SP66080, 223 Rem, 20'' pencil barrel marked ''C'' & ''MP'' and has a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this 1976 vintage rifle retain about 98-99% original phosphate finish that has some light handling marks and some light high edge wear. Rifle is equipped with the correct Zytel triangular handguard that has some light handling marks and a slight chip along one of the fins on the underside, the standard pistolgrip and the fixed A1 buttstock rate excellent. There is a factory cleaning kit in the butt trap, the hard rubber buttplate has a few tiny cracks around its heel. This desirable early rifle features a flash hider, A1 sights and a bayonet lug, there is no brass deflector or forward assist. The bolt has a chromed firing pin is ''MP'' & ''C'' stamped, the carrier is ''C'' stamped. The upper receiver does not bear any identifying marks, cast or otherwise. There is no magazine present, but a fading green nylon sling is included. An overall excellent condition earlier production AR-15 SP1 rifle, these early guns now quite collectible and becoming harder to find. (4A9908-16) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

Colt SP1 AR-15 Pre-Ban Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #467 (Sale Order 468 of 601)

serial #SP186218, 223 Rem, 16'' ''C'' & ''MP'' marked pencil barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original parkerized finish that has some light handling marks and some very light edge wear. Carbine is equipped with the correct ribbed carbine handguard, a standard pistolgrip and has the factory two-position collapsible buttstock. The stock retains all of its gloss enamel finish and it and the remaining furniture rate excellent. This early carbine features a set of A1 sights, flash hider and has a bayonet lug, there is no brass deflector or forward assist. The upper receiver is marked ''C'' & ''H'' which is cast into the carry handle channel. The firing pin in chromed, the bolt and carrier are ''C'' marked and the bolt is additionally stamped ''MP''. A single 20 round Colt factory magazine and the black nylon sling are included. Made in the early 1980's this collectible carbine is in excellent overall condition and has seen very little use. (4A9908-14) {MODERN} (2000/2500)

Colt SP1 AR-15 Pre-Ban Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #468 (Sale Order 469 of 601)

serial #SP175153, 223 Rem, 16'' pencil barrel that is ''C'' & ''MP'' marked and has a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original parkerized finish that has some light handling marks and areas of light edge and bearing surface wear throughout. The carbine is equipped with a round carbine ribbed handguard, the standard pistolgrip and has a factory two-position collapsible buttstock. The furniture all rates excellent, the buttstock has all of its original glossy enamel finish. Carbine features the early A1 sights, a flash hider and a bayonet lug, there is no brass deflector or forward assist. The upper receiver is cast marked ''C'' & ''M'' in the carry handle channel, the bolt is ''MP'' & ''C'' marked, the carrier is stamped with a ''C'' and the firing pin in chromed. A single 20 round factory magazine that has a typical amount of wear is included. An overall excellent example of these desirable and collectible AR-15 carbines. (4A9908-13) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

Colt Pre-Ban AR-15 A2 HBAR Sporter Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #469 (Sale Order 470 of 601)

serial #SP232153, .223 / 5.56mm, 20'' HBAR barrel with a 1:7'' rate of twist and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original parkerized finish that has a few very light handling marks. The black Zytel round handguard, standard pistolgrip and the A2 fixed buttstock all rate excellent. Rifle features include A2 sights, a flash hider, bayonet lug, brass deflector and forward assist. The upper receiver is ''C/M'' cast marked on the right side just ahead of the rear sight, the firing pin is chromed and the bolt is marked ''MP'' & ''C'' and the carrier is ''C'' stamped. The original green label box is included and contains the manual, a black nylon sling, one 30 round magazine marked ''NHMGT S/42'', the muzzle cover and cardboard bore protector. The box is in fair to good condition, the ends have been ripped and taped, the end label was renumbered to match the rifle. This is a near-pristine example of these early HBAR Sporter rifles that would make a fine addition as either a potential collectible or super target rifle at the range. (4A9908-15) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

Custom Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 Alaskan Bolt Action Rifle By Pachmayr

Lot #470 (Sale Order 471 of 601)

serial #537643, 338 Win Magnum, 25'' factory barrel with an excellent bore. Originally built in 1961, the metal surfaces retain about 97-98% of a professionally applied polished blue finish that has some light handling wear, small tool marks and few areas of fine surface oxidation. The barrel has been stamped ''CUSTOM MADE BY PACHMAYR L.A. CALIF. U.S.A.'' above the factory Winchester address. The follower and bolt body are machine polished, the underside of the bolt is electric pencil etched serial numbered to the receiver and is still mostly visible, the bolt knob is finely checkered in a custom teardrop pattern. The rifles is stocked in a lovely piece of highly figured checkered walnut that rates near excellent and has some small dings and other light handling marks throughout. The wide beavertail forend stock features an ebony forend tip that has a small crack on its upper left corner, a black gripcap with a blank brass oval monogram plate, a left side cheekrest, a solid red rubber Old English rifle pad and has a 13 3/8'' length of pull. The original sights remain intact, minus the front sight hood, the front sight blade has been replaced with a sourdough sight. A one-piece Redfield scope base has been mounted to the receiver and includes a set of 1'' rings, the base screws have some minor slot damage. Other features include a custom bolt release, Pachmayr triggerguard and bottom metal, and a set of Pachmayr flush mount quick-detach swivel bases which do not sit quite flush and were likely added well after the rifle left the Pachmayr shop. Also included is a Butler Creek padded nylon sling. America's Master Gunsmith, Frank Pachmayr, provided many highly valued custom rifles over the 50 plus years he was in business. Frank came from a gunsmithing family learning his trade from his father Gus, a German immigrant and old-world smith. He began turning barrels at a young age and has since produced many high-end sporting arms that are highly sought after today. A true blending of American and European styles are seen in many of his works, this example is certainly no exception. A very collectible Winchester in its own right that is only improved by the reputation of the gunsmith who performed the work. This is a highly desirable sporting rifle that has seen some honest use and would be a fine addition to any custom rifle collection. (4C9808-17) {MODERN} (2000/4000)

Scarce Winchester Pre-64 Model 88 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #471 (Sale Order 472 of 601)

serial #113941, 358 Win, 22'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue that has some light handling marks and a few specks of very light surface oxidation mingling throughout. The barrel is lightly toning to brown while the lever shows more of a rich plum hue when held under a light. The Winchester proofs on the left side of the barrel and receiver are lightly stamped on one of each of their edges, the remaining factory markings remain crisp. The diamond checkered walnut stock rates near excellent and has some light dings and other light handling marks and some very light chipping around the edges and perhaps some added lacquer finish throughout. The wood has some nice grain and the sling swivels, steel gripcap and checkered hard rubber buttplate all remain intact. The original sights, including the front sight hood, remain intact and the receiver is factory tapped for mounts. The action appears to function correctly and included is a single concave arrow based magazine. Made in 1961, toward the end of this models production, this is a terrific example of these desirable lever action sporting rifles that is in the most collectible chambering. (4B9806-2) {C&R} (2500/3500)

Winchester Pre-64 Model 64 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle

Lot #472 (Sale Order 473 of 601)

serial #1411316, 32 W.S., 24'' barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this WWII production rifle retain about 90% original blue that is lightly toning to brown and has some light handling and tool marks throughout and some moderate edge and bearing surface wear that is most visible around the receiver and edges of the buttplate. There are a few very light specks of fine surface oxidation scattered throughout as well. The factory markings remain crisp including the Winchester factory proofs located at the top of the barrel and receiver. The deluxe grade checkered walnut stocks rate near excellent and have some lovely rich figure to both the forearm and the pistolgrip buttstock. The wood has some light dings and other handling marks associated with period use, the buttstock is fitted with a factory gripcap, factory inset deluxe sling swivel base and checkered steel buttplate and has some light chipping at its toe. The original hooded front sight remains intact, the rear sight has been removed and its dovetail is filled with a grayed-edge slot blank. A Redfield adjustable rear sight with aperture has been installed at the rear of the receiver. Overall this is a very fine mid-1940's production Deluxe Grade Winchester lever action that has seen some use but was apparently valued and appreciated by its former bearer. (4B9864-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver

Lot #473 (Sale Order 474 of 601)

serial #36793, .44 cal., 8" octagon barrel with a bright minty bore. This revolver retains lots of bright original blue. The barrel and loading lever retain about 85% original blue with most loss due to just some light flaking. The cylinder retains about 75% bright original blue with loss due to flaking. The frame shows about 60% original blue with flaking. All areas of flaking on the revolver show a pleasing smooth brown patina. The hammer shows a good deal of strong original color case hardened finish. The triggerguard shows a wonderful mellow patina but doesn't fit quite as nicely as perhaps it should but it is not really noticeable unless you run your finger along the front and rear edges. The two-piece walnut grips rate excellent retaining nearly all of their original oil finish and nice raised grain coming through. There is no cartouche but the bottom of each grip shows inspector's initials "M" and "A". The left grip panel is undersized along the front and rear gripstraps. Various metal surfaces show sub-inspectors initials "A", "C" and "U". This is a very fine revolver with lots of condition which was likely a state purchased piece. (1C9362-31) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

Cased Pair of British Percussion Pocket Pistols by William Ellis

Lot #474 (Sale Order 475 of 601)

.45 cal., 1 3/4'' barrels with near excellent bores. This is a lovely little pair of pistols. The round-body action and barrels each retain about 95-97% original color case-hardening, muting somewhat in spots with some minor handling marks or dings from the years. There is a tasteful ring of engraving at the muzzle with light scroll on the left and right of each action, the left with a square bordered panel with ''William Ellis'' at its center. The hammers are neatly engraved as well and retain nearly all of their original color case-hardening; there are rear-sliding safeties which currently seem frozen in place. The bag shaped English walnut grips rate excellent with much original varnish and some minor dings and handling marks from the years. They feature un-engraved silver diamond-shaped monogram plates atop the wrist. The guns function well mechanically. The pistols are cased in a nice walnut presentation case with brass reinforced corners. Inside is what is likely the original combination nipple and barrel wrench, it is nicely color case-hardened, an iron bullet mould, a brass-bodied fixed common top flask which rates very good and percussion caps included. A very pretty set of pistols overall in a rather nice period casing, remaining in very fine condition. (3C9654-3) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Wonderful Engraved Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Pistol by Leo Ferguson

Lot #475 (Sale Order 476 of 601)

serial #116799, 380 ACP, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. This 1935-made pistol has been beautifully embellished in near full coverage by master Texan engraver Leo Ferguson. The arm features lovely flowing foliate scrollwork with stippled background shading and the scroll with fine line detailing. There is some additional light borderline embellishment, a nice repeating foliate motif along the edges of the frame around the grip panels and bow of the triggerguard. The model and caliber designation on the right side slide are tastefully bordered with gold inlay and the engraver's monogram is found beneath the right grip panel. The metal surfaces retain 99% fine-quality post-engraving blue showing perhaps a few light handling marks and all original markings remain completely unmolested and visible including the Rampant Colt. The custom smooth antique ivory grips by Dennis Holland remain in excellent condition showing a nice mellow patina and are fitted with silver Colt medallions. One original two-tone magazine in near excellent condition is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. This superb pistol is one of a trio of arms so-embellished and there is also a handsome case available in the online auction. If the same bidder is awarded all three of these lots, the case will be included. (13D9526-1A) {MODERN} (2500/3500)

Wonderful Engraved Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol by Leo Ferguson

Lot #476 (Sale Order 477 of 601)

serial #499759, 32 ACP, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting and strong rifling throughout. This 1930-made pistol has been beautifully embellished in near full coverage by master Texan engraver Leo Ferguson. The arm features lovely flowing foliate scrollwork with stippled background shading and the scroll with fine line detailing. There is some additional light borderline embellishment, a nice repeating foliate motif along the edges of the frame around the grip panels and bow of the triggerguard. The model and caliber designation on the right side slide are tastefully bordered with gold inlay and the engraver's monogram is found beneath the right grip panel. The metal surfaces retain 99% fine-quality post-engraving blue showing perhaps a few light handling marks and all original markings remain completely unmolested and visible including the Rampant Colt. The custom smooth antique ivory grips by Dennis Holland remain in excellent condition showing a nice mellow patina and are fitted with silver Colt medallions. One original two-tone magazine in near excellent condition is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. This superb pistol is one of a trio of arms so-embellished and there is also a handsome case available in the online auction. If the same bidder is awarded all three of these lots, the case will be included. (13D9526-1B) {MODERN] (2500/3500)

Wonderful Engraved Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Hammerless Pistol by Leo Ferguson

Lot #477 (Sale Order 478 of 601)

serial #225390, 25 ACP, 2 1/8" barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. This 1919-made pistol has been beautifully embellished in near full coverage by master Texan engraver Leo Ferguson. The arm features lovely flowing foliate scrollwork with stippled background shading and the scrolls with fine line detailing. There is some additional light borderline embellishment, a nice repeating foliate motif along the edges of the frame around the grip panels and bow of the triggerguard. The model and caliber designation on the right side slide are tastefully bordered with gold inlay and the engraver's monogram is found beneath the right grip panel. The metal surfaces retain 99% fine-quality post-engraving blue showing perhaps a few light handling marks, the Rampant Colt on the slide is no longer present having been replaced by foliate flourish and all remaining original markings are otherwise intact and clear. The custom smooth antique ivory grips by Dennis Holland remain in excellent condition showing a nice mellow patina and are fitted with silver Colt medallions. One original magazine in near excellent condition is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. This lovely little pistol is one of a trio of arms so-embellished and there is also a handsome case available in the online auction. If the same bidder is awarded all three of these lots, the case will be included. (13C9526-1C) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Colt Government Model Pre-War Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #478 (Sale Order 479 of 601)

serial #C94149, 45 ACP, 5'' barrel with a lightly frosted bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% original blue with some thinning, an assembly mark and light-to-moderate blemishes scattered throughout. All Roman-style markings are crisp with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations on the left-side of the slide and ''COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 45'' to the front of the ejection port on the right. The checkered walnut double diamond grips are near excellent with some very light signs of handling. The pistol is equipped with the correct flat-top rear and tapered oval front sight. Included is a single two-tone unmarked magazine. This is a nice and honest early Commercial, the included factory letter shows this gun to be part of a 75-pistol shipment to H&D Folsom Arms Co. in April 1917. (22B9650-13) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Lovely Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver by Tom Hicks

Lot #479 (Sale Order 480 of 601)

serial #SA06605, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 98-99% engraver-applied nickel and gold finishes showing just a couple errant small flakes and a few scattered light handling marks; the screws, trigger and base pin are blued. The revolver is embellished in about 90% coverage with wonderful foliate scrollwork with fine line detailing and punch-dot shading. There is a lovely continuous foliate motif running the circumference of the cylinder at its rear and wedges of nice cross-hatching at the sides of the breech, front sight and behind the hammer. The original markings are completely intact and clear, the Rampant Colt and patent dates on the left side frame now in riband. The revolver wears a lovely set of custom checkered ivory grips by Dennis Holland that rate excellent showing a few small spots of discoloration on the right side that are largely unobtrusive. The arm appears to be unsigned although the consignor indicates to us this work was commissioned from Texas engraver Tom Hicks and the quality certainly speaks for itself. All of the serialized parts are matching and the gun appears unturned since finished. Included is a very nice fitted Colt Custom Shop presentation case with maroon lining showing just a few light scuffs and handling marks on the exterior. The case also holds a complement of handsome accessories including large gold-plated oiler, ivory handle brush, turn screw and cleaning rod. A wonderfully presented revolver embellished by a true master of his craft. (13C9526-4) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

Very Fine Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #480 (Sale Order 481 of 601)

serial #28667, .36 cal, 7 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely 1866-made revolver retains about 75% original bright blue, the loss due to scattered fine flaking, toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina, along with some light handling marks and a few spots of minor pinprick pitting. The cylinder has toned to a deep blue-gray patina retaining a wonderful cylinder scene, clean chambers, nipples and intact safety pins. The frame, loading lever and hammer are toning to a mild silvery gray patina with a few spots of tiny pinprick pitting, some minor dings along the loading lever and wisps of bold colors lurking about some of the protected areas. The backstrap and triggerguard are toning to a pleasant mild goldenrod patina showing a few light dings along the base and good silver finish in the protected areas of the triggerguard. The New York barrel address, "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and cylinder and the caliber designation on the triggerguard all remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in near excellent condition retaining 95% antique varnish with some light flaking, scattered minor dings and a small repair at the top left corner. The wedge is numbered "97417", the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very lovely example, these 1861 Navy revolvers are rarely seen with any condition. (13B9606-59) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Rare Early James Warner Belt Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #481 (Sale Order 482 of 601)

serial #1c, about .34 cal, 5" round barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation mostly nearer the muzzle with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this interesting revolver have been lightly cleaned to a silvery pewter patina showing some scattered smoothed-over light pitting, a bit more moderate in some areas along the cylinder. The etched cylinder scene is partially intact, perhaps 50% remaining strong and the triggerguard has toned to a mild ocher patina. As on other known examples there are no markings beyond the serial number "1" and its letter code "c", the relation of this letter to the serial numbering is somewhat mysterious given the low number of examples encountered but this very well may be the first belt model produced. The cylinder is of the scarce five-shot variety. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very good condition showing some light wear around the escutcheons, a strong older added antique varnish and some scattered minor dings. All of the visibly numbered parts are matching and the revolver is sighted only with a small German silver cone. The action is equipped with an unusual finger-actuated cylinder stop and the cylinder is rotated by the trigger. The action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer does not drop and cylinder rotation is quite stiff but functional. A very good example of an interesting and low-production revolver for the advanced antique arms collector. (13B9770-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Revolver

Lot #482 (Sale Order 483 of 601)

serial #63649, 41 Colt, 3 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1888 production revolver shows proper two-line address and is marked on left side "COLT. D.A. 41". The frame shows proper three-line patent dates which are poorly struck with the upper right section missing, the Rampant Colt in circle is strong. The barrel and cylinder show 90 - 95% strong original blue with most loss at muzzle and leading edge of cylinder. The frame shows about 50% original color case hardened finish with areas of loss showing a pleasing brown patina with a little light oxidation staining. The gripstraps retain 60% bright original blue with majority of loss on the straps. The two-piece hard rubber grips rate near very good with considerable wear on the left panel and less on the right. This is a very fine example of these early Colt double action revolvers. (1B9898-23) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Lot #483 (Sale Order 484 of 601)

serial #200386, .31 caliber, 5" octagon barrel with a very good bore. This revolver shows all matching numbers except for the unnumbered wedge. The barrel shows the two-line Hartford address and retains an even brown patina overall with some patches of light pitting present in a couple areas. The cylinder shows 95% of its deeply rolled stagecoach holdup scene with perhaps 65% bright original blue remaining but with some scattered pitting which is confined primarily to one chamber. The frame shows a mix of fading original color case hardening and gray patina with a few patches of pitting present. All markings remain clear and legible on the revolver. The loading lever shows strong original color case hardened finish. The brass gripstraps retain about 40% original silverplated finish with loss coming on the front and rear strap where the brass has taken on a pleasing mellow patina. The one-piece walnut grip rates about excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with light handling marks. The revolver comes in a custom case handmade in the same style as the originals with softwood base and mahogany sides and top. The case has been refinished and is lined in burgundy baize and includes an eagle flask, two cavity mould, an Eley cap tin and some cast projectiles. This set has a nice appearance. (1B9898-4) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

Scarce Pre-War Winchester Model 61 Smoothbore Slide Action Rifle

Lot #484 (Sale Order 485 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Tiny repaired crack upper tang

serial #51725, 22 Shot, 24'' Winchester counter-bored barrel with an excellent bore. The barrel retains 98-99% original blue with the only notable blemishes being rub marks from operation of the forend. The receiver retains perhaps 93-95% original blue, there is edge wear and some light scratches with a matted top and a ''W'' stamped in front of the triggerguard. The smooth walnut buttstock and 17-groove flat-bottom forend are very good plus with scattered handling marks, the checkered steel buttplate retains near all its original blue and the rifle is sighted with a small silver front bead. Interestingly, serial #51726, one number after this gun, is pictured and described in Ned Schwing's Winchester Slide-Action Rifles Volume II, that rifle is also configured with a matted receiver and a Winchester counter-bore barrel. A very collectible version of the well-known Model 61 rifle. (22D9899-52) {C&R} (3000/4000)

Winchester Model 12 Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #485 (Sale Order 486 of 601)

serial #1297941, 16 ga., 28'' plain barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% strong original blue with some tiny scattered blemishes and a faint 2'' line on the left receiver flat that does not penetrate the finish. The smooth walnut buttstock and grooved flat bottom forend are excellent with a couple very minor and hard-to-find handling marks and an excellent-condition checkered hard rubber factory buttplate. This 1950-manufactured shotgun comes with the original Kraft-style box with matching end label in about good plus condition and the original Model 12 pamphlet in excellent condition. A virtually as-new Model 12 complete with box and manual. (22B9789-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Pre-War Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #486 (Sale Order 487 of 601)

serial #29215, 410 Bore, 28'' plain barrel choked full with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 95-96% original blue with scattered freckles and tiny blemishes throughout and some faint thinning around the breech, the bolt body is mostly bright with some tarnished areas and all markings are crisp and legible. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate is very good with light handling marks from the years, the grooved forend is near excellent. A nice 1937 Winchester .410 for the discerning quail hunter or smallbore aficionado. (22A9790-54) {C&R} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (1200/1800)

Marlin Model 1888 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #487 (Sale Order 488 of 601)

serial #23668, 38-40, 24'' octagon barrel with a near excellent bright bore with just a handful of very tiny pits near the muzzle and strong rifling. The receiver, barrel and tube retain 99% plus museum-quality restored blue with some minor handling marks and old blemishes under the fantastic new finish, these marks are really only visible under very close scrutiny. The metal work must have been painstakingly-done, all edges and factory markings are sharp and crisp. The lever, buttplate and hammer show strong original case-hardened color remaining, particularly around the pivot pin and hammer. The smooth walnut straight-grip buttstock and metal-capped forend are structurally excellent with light handling marks, the later-added lacquer finish has nicely crackled throughout giving the wood a nice ''antique'' look; the metal proud in spots, the wood in others. . The front sight is a Rocky Mountain blade and the rear sight is a semi-buckhorn sporting sight with elevator. Only 4,800 of these rifles were made between 1888-89, a very high-condition restoration for this relatively-scarce Antique Marlin with an uncharacteristically nice bore. (22C9899-27) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #488 (Sale Order 489 of 601)

serial #134762, 38 Special, 5 1/2" replacement factory barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1890-manufactured revolver was factory refurbished and remains in very good condition with about 60-70% original and reapplied blue finishes. The replacement barrel and cylinder have original blue, the grip frame assembly later applied dull blue, all showing high edge wear and handling marks. The black powder frame has toned to mostly gray but there are a few vestiges of original case-hardened colors in the sight groove and protected areas of the right side of the frame around the ejector rod swell. The hammer is toning to gray but has strong swirls of case-hardened colors on the sides. The grips are checkered hard rubber replacements numbered to another gun, featuring a Rampant Colt in an oval at the top showing light wear overall with slightly soft "ponies" but rate very good to excellent. An interesting observation is the left front triggerguard bow has a Colt verified proof with a small assembler's letter "G" above it. It can be surmised that Colt re-barreled and added the new cylinder in 38 Special and then proofed the gun post-1908, marking the bow with the verified proof. The straps are correctly numbered to the gun using the same style font and the barrel has correct address and caliber markings for a pre-war barrel. The gun still times and locks up correctly, the front sight was "regulated" by one of the owners and the safety notch will need attention. This is a fine old Colt that shows honest use but continues to retain collector value.. (8A9848-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

British Lend-Lease U.S. Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #489 (Sale Order 490 of 601)

serial #564970, 32 ACP, 3 3/4" barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely little Model M remains in excellent condition with about 99% original Parko-Lubrite finish showing minor edge wear. The fully checkered walnut factory grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions rate excellent. The pistol is marked "U.S. PROPERTY" on the right frame and has an ordnance wheel on the left rear that was struck off center. The slide, chamber and frame have various British proof and view marks that remain crisp. This pistol features the post October, 1944, serrated ramp front sight, square notch rear sight and slide with nineteen serrations. The pistol includes a Colt marked blue finished magazine showing lightly cleaned pitting on the back of the body. Also included is an original kraft box that shows light soiling, moderate oil soaking but all the corners are intact. Two corners on the cover and corresponding base show light crushing but remain intact. The bottom of the box has roughly 3/4" high grease penciled serial number that matches the gun. One end of the cover has a grease pencil number and later added pencil number on the top. Inside the box is a commercial "(M-1662) AL 9-44" marked manual that shows heavy oil soaking and a small 1 3/4" tear on the front page. A very nice example of a Lend-Lease Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless shipped to England December 4, 1944 in a 2000 gun shipment. (8A9899-69) {C&R} (2000/2500)

Scarce Ithaca Model 37 Deerslayer (D.S.) Police Special Trench Shotgun

Lot #490 (Sale Order 491 of 601)

serial #987019, 12 ga., 20'' rifle sight barrel that is choked modified with an as-new, seemingly unfired bore. This 1960's vintage law enforcement shotgun is in as-new-box condition with only a small amount of wear to the gray parkerized finish located on a few of the moving parts. The shotgun is fitted with the Armed Services tung oil finished walnut stocks which are equipped with detachable sling swivels and a hard rubber buttplate. This shotgun is equipped with the military trench heat shield and bayonet lug which will accept the U.S. 1917 style bayonets. The original Ithaca hang tag is still attached to the triggerguard and included is the original two-piece cardboard box with end label that is serial numbered to this shotgun. Included in the box is a July 10, 1967 dated Ithaca Gunogram which lists special information and Law Enforcement pricing options for the Model 37 Military & Police shotguns. The shipping label on the box indicates shipment from Ithaca to a Gene's Trading Post in San Bernardino, California with an order date of July 27, 1967. You will not find a nicer example of these Vietnam War era special purchase shotguns. (4A9899-54) {C&R} (2000/3000)

Smith Civil War Carbine by American Machine Works

Lot #491 (Sale Order 492 of 601)

serial #4857, 50 cal., 21 5/8" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some light pitting at the breech and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine has mostly toned to an even brown patina with generous traces of original blue (appearing much stronger under ambient light) with some sparse impact marks. The barrel catch retains an even balance of original bright blue and brown patina. The action retain about 97% strong vibrant color case-hardened finish muting to a bright silver-gray patina at high edges, a couple of the screw heads show only slight slot wear. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain near excellent with a handful of light dents and handling marks and two highly visible cartouches. The barrel frame and frame are numbered alike, the barrel is numbered to a different arm. The barrel locks up solid and the hammer functions crisply. (5C9896-116) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

U.S. M1D Garand Sniper Rifle By Springfield Armory

Lot #492 (Sale Order 493 of 601)

serial #1044769, 30-06, 24'' 3-52 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright very good plus bore with scattered pinprick pits but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1942-dated rifle retain about 98% arsenal gray parkerized finish with light wear marks on the bolt, light handling marks on the gas cylinder, spots of light oxidation within the tines of the T37 flash suppressor, and traces of oxidation staining on the floorplate and buttplate; the ''NM'' marked operating rod has a darker gray parkerized finish compared to the rest of the rifle. The walnut stock is in excellent condition as cleaned with a few light handling marks. The stock is marked with a still crisp ''P'' proof on the inside of the pistolgrip, just above a near invisible circled ''P'' proof, and no arsenal markings are visible; an ''MRT / 11-62'' marked leather cheekpiece is tightly bound to the buttstock and in very good plus condition with light verdigris around the eyelets, the leather ties of which appear to be new additions. The receiver markings are slightly soft but still easily legible, and one leg of the receiver is hand marked ''T E / 4-69'', denoting conversion to M1D configuration at the Tooele Depot, as described in Complete Guide to the M1 GARAND and the M1 CARBINE © Canfield. All parts appear to be of Springfield Armory manufacture, with exception of the Remington-made operating rod, with drawing numbers dating them between 1942 through 1945; such a production range is common with M1D rifles, as they were assembled using the available effective parts. The rifle has an original M1D barrel, with the correct ''D7812555'' drawing number along the top of the barrel beneath the handguard, and is marked ''T'' for targeted. The rifle is sighted with an M84 telescopic sight, serialized ''3530'', in very good condition with light oxidation staining, very light pitting, and a few light handling marks. The scope is equipped with a sunshade and rubber eyepiece, and has mostly clear glass with a post and crosshair reticle. The scope is mounted in an excellent quality reproduction mount, the only flaw that the angular line up stud has been removed, resulting in a few millimeters of vertical movement. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod and oiler. An attractive M1D sniper rifle that appears to have been configured by Tooele Depot in Utah. (14B9745-5) {C&R} (2000/4000)

U.S.M.C. 8X Unertl Sniper Scope with Micarta Carry Case

Lot #493 (Sale Order 494 of 601)

serial #2339. This scope is marked "J.UNERTL / USMC-SNIPER" above serial number with tube retaining about 95% evenly thinning original blue toning to brown with scattered fine oxidation and minor ring wear. The scope mounts are an overall amber hue and the lens caps are toning to brown and gray with good traces of original blue present. The optics remain overall clear, the center crosshair is broken and in need of replacing; repair services are listed on CMP forums. As common on issued-scopes the return spring has been removed (concerned with dirt and debris collecting in the spring, the Marines generally removed them from field-used scopes). The scope is housed in an original O.D. green Micarta carrying case which remains very good plus to about excellent with light handling marks from the years and a thin stress crack in the cap at one of the pin slots, the O.D. green web lid and suspension billet remain un-frayed. Overall a nice Unertl 8x U.S.M.C. telescope package needing only reticle replacement to complement any U.S. Marine Corps sniper rifle or martial collection. (5B9807-386) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2500/3500)

Sharps Civil War Cartridge-Converted 1863 Carbine

Lot #494 (Sale Order 495 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Thin crack either side at toe

serial #66374, 50-70 Govt., 22'' barrel with a bright excellent three groove bore. This is quite a handsome little carbine. The barrel retains about 97-98% arsenal blue, done at the time of the conversion, showing some light flaking to plum, the barrel band with very good smoky silvery case-hardening. The frame and breech block retaining perhaps 92-95% original color case-hardening, toning mostly on the front edge of the left frame flat, the right stronger, the left flat quite strong, with the tang toned to pewter. The lockplate as well shows some strong color case-hardening with smoky case colors on the hammer. The straight grip walnut buttstock rates very fine with much original varnish and a strong left-side cartouche at the center of the butt. The forend is similar with sharp edges and only minor dings and handling marks, one small divot to the rear of the band. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and the left-side saddle ring is intact on the sling bar, the buttplate showing some smoky gray case hardening, originally from a patchboxed arm. The barrel is serial numbered to the frame along with a number ''45'' stamped adjacent to it. A very pleasing example of the cartridge converted Sharps Carbine still retaining some rather nice color case-hardening. (39779-3) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

Very Early Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Vent Hole Revolver Serial Number Six

Lot #495 (Sale Order 496 of 601)

44 S&W American, 8" ribbed round barrel with a fair-good bore showing overall light pitting and oxidation with good rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain perhaps 70% original nickel finish with scattered areas flaking to gray patina along with some mostly smoothed-over light pitting and fine scratches from cleaning along either side of the frame. The screw heads show light to perhaps moderate slot wear along with some evident damage around some of the screw holes. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain quite crisp and clear. The lanyard ring has been removed from the butt, the spacing around the serial number indicates that there were indeed never any other numbers beyond the "6". The revolver is fitted with a fine set of smooth antique ivory grips that show wonderful extensive age crackling and toning to a nice rich patina with slight shrinkage overall and the left panel showing a small chip at the base. The right panel shows a faint old penciled "6" on the interior and the barrel and cylinder are matching each other by assembly number "E1". There is no number on the latch and the assembly number on the frame is no longer visible due to pitting. The revolver is appropriately not equipped with the notched hammer and the cylinder measures 1.45". Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A solid example of an extremely early and desirable revolver for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (13C9474-66) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (3000/5000)

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #496 (Sale Order 497 of 601)

serial #92060, .36 cal, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with an about good bore showing some scattered light pitting and perhaps moderate oxidation with some bright areas and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a handsome 1859-made revolver all-matching down to the wedge. The barrel is flaking and toning to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered small perhaps moderate dings or tool marks along some of the high edges, a little light pitting along the muzzle and breech and generous streaks of original bright blue scattered throughout. The cylinder is a dark gray patina showing some scattered light dings and old light pitting along the edges. The frame, loading lever and hammer are mostly a pleasant smooth gray patina showing some faint smoky colors lurking about. The triggerguard and backstrap retain perhaps 50% original silver finish strongest in the protected areas that is taking on a lovely dark tarnish and the balance toned to a mild goldenrod. The Hartford barrel address remains completely intact and strong as does the "COLTS PATENT" on the frame. The cylinder markings have softened somewhat from the years with much of the naval engagement scene still visible. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some mild edge wear, a few scattered light dings and the initials "AB" very lightly scratched on the right side edge and base. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A nice honest 1851 Navy for the Colt collector. (13B9833-86) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #497 (Sale Order 498 of 601)

serial #74883, .36 cal, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a fair-good bore showing overall pitting and oxidation still with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1857-made revolver have mostly toned to a mild gray and gray-brown patina showing some scattered remnants of minor pinprick pitting and a few light dings here and there. The loading lever retains a hint of case-hardened colors in the protected corners, the frame with some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and a small patch of vibrant colors below the serial number. The triggerguard and backstrap show thinning silver finish throughout mixing with pale goldenrod patina and showing some scattered fine scratches and a few minor dings. A number of the screw heads still retain some faint fire blue along their edges. The Hartford barrel address remains completely intact and strong as does the "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and small internal factory inspector stamps. The cylinder markings are somewhat soft and the naval engagement scene remains partially visible overall. The smooth walnut grip remains in good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few small filler repairs and scattered light dings. The internal ink number is faded and difficult to discern and the remaining serialized parts are matching including the wedge. The revolver is sighted with a period dovetailed silver blade and the hammer nose has been modified during the period of use to provide a wider sight picture. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A solid 1851 Navy for the Colt collector. (13B9833-89) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Very Fine Colt Second Model Deringer Pistol

Lot #498 (Sale Order 499 of 601)

serial #5708, 41 RF, 2 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful second model deringer with handsome nickel-plated barrel and silver-plated iron frame. The barrel retains about 96-97% original nickel finish showing some mild thinning to smooth gray patina along the edges of the muzzle and left top edge, a few scattered tiny flakes and minor freckles. The Hartford barrel address remains crisp and clear. The frame retains nearly 90% original silver finish that is flaking along the sides and blending in nicely with mild gray-brown iron and showing a few tiny spots of old oxidation staining. The silver has taken on a lovely dark tarnish overall and the frame is embellished with tasteful finely-detailed foliate flourishes that remain crisp. There is a small scuff mark at the back edge of the checkered barrel catch and the screw heads show some very light slot wear but this is unobtrusive. The small parts retain 95% brilliant fire blue and the hammer retains a similar amount of vibrant case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut grips are ink-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish showing just a few scattered light handling marks. The barrel is matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent example for the advanced Colt collector, these pistols generally saw extensive time in the pocket and are very rarely seen with any finish at all. (13B9762-14) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine

Lot #499 (Sale Order 500 of 601)

serial #2350, 50 cal. 20" round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel on this lovely carbine retains 95-97% evenly thinning original blue with light silvering along the muzzle and high edges and a few tiny nicks and scratches from the years with a longer 2 1/4'' thin scratch in the left side at the muzzle. The frame retains bold brilliant case-hardened colors scattered throughout and particularly brilliant on the bottom and lower right side, with a speck or two of fine oxidation and light muting on the left side of frame. The Maynard patent markings on the left side and Massachusetts Arms. Co. maker markings on the right side are very clear, there is a crisp "1865" stamp on the lower tang along with serial number. The trigger and hammer show strong bright original blue in the more protected areas with a few specks of fine oxidation, a number of the screw heads retain strong original blue as well. The straight grip walnut buttstock remains very good plus to about near excellent with a handful of shallow dents and handling marks and a 1 3/4" thin dent in the left side at the buttplate. The dual "JM" cartouches on the left side remain crisp and clear. The saddle ring and original sights are intact, barrel lockup remains tight and the action functions nicely. A very attractive Maynard carbine with lovely case-hardened colors. (5C9896-118) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2400)

Exquisite WWII Japanese Gendaito by Yasukuni Shrine Sword Smith Yasuhiro/Kunimori

Lot #500 (Sale Order 501 of 601)

This beautiful traditionally-made officer's sword with measures 36 3/4'' overall and bears a 27'' shinogi-zukuri blade showing a striking mirror polish, crisp straight hamon line and tight wood-grain hada just visible under close inspection. The tang is signed ''Toto Ju Nin / Ikkansai Kunimori Kin Saku'' (Yasuhiro's later signature) on the reverse face. Except for a tiny speck of gray patina at the tip, the blade is wholly unblemished, razor sharp and near mint. The officer's mounts are of exceptional quality and condition, comprising a silver-plated habaki and gilt brass tsuba, fuchi, menuki and kabuto-gane with ocher-brown matte finish on the fuchi and kabuto-gane. The wood grip is bound in traditional white shagreen and brown cloth tape and a red/brown field grade officer's sword knot hangs from the brown-finished brass sarute. The sword knot is lightly frayed at the edges and the cloth tape shows expected handling stains at the edges, otherwise the hilt is excellent. The scabbard is likewise quite minty, featuring a dark brown-painted steel body and ocher-brown-painted gilt brass mounts matching the hilt and showing only the barest light finish wear at the exposed edges of the mounts. Miyaguchi Yasuhiro (real name Miyaguchi Shigeru, b. 1897) is noted for his work as a 'smith at the esteemed Yasukuni Shrine; swords bearing his later ''Kunimori'' signature were made post-1936 at Okura forge, after his time at Yasukuni. A truly splendid Japanese sword from a renowned craftsman. (129807-14) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (5000/7000)

Japanese Naval Pattern 1937 Kai-Gunto

Lot #501 (Sale Order 502 of 601)

This WWII-era Naval Officer's sword measures 35 1/2'' overall and bears a 25'' single-edged traditional shinogi-zukuri blade with an irregular billowing hamon line and a plain brass habaki. The plain tsuba is black-finished copper set between blackened copper dai-seppa decorated by sun rays in alternating plain and stippled finish. The wooden handle is bound in black shagreen and traditional brown cloth tape wrap; the fuchi, menuki and kabuto-gane are gilt brass. The tang is signed on the reverse face; information from the consignor translates the signature as ''Zagiyama Tadamasa''; no military proofs are visible on the sword or scabbard, suggesting an officer's private purchase. Polishing marks can be seen along the length of the blade concentrated at the tip, otherwise the steel is mirror-bright and in fine condition with few blemishes. The hilt shows some instances of copper-toned finish wear on the edges of the tsuba and strong amounts of gilt finish remain on the fittings with slivers of dark patina at the high edges. The shagreen and grip wrap are unblemished and overall the hilt is in excellent condition. The scabbard is wood bound in polished black shagreen with gilt brass mounts. Drying of the shagreen has split the binding along the seam and areas of finish flaking can be seen here and there on the surface but the material shows no more than superficial loss. The shagreen remains largely well-fitted to the wood and is secured by a (perhaps redundant) strip of cellophane tape beneath the throat. The brass retains strong original gilt with some occasional instances of exposed patinated brass at the exposed edges; all fittings remain tightly fitted save the throat, which has come loose. A fine example of these Japanese naval blades. (12B9807-7) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1000/1500)

WWII Japanese Gendaito by Akiyoshi

Lot #502 (Sale Order 503 of 601)

This traditionally-made WWII-era Army Officer's sword measures 28'' overall and bears a 27 1/2'' shinogi-zukuri blade with a straight grain hada lightly stippled with activities and a soft yet distinct subtly undulating hamon line. The tang is signed on either face; information from the consigner confirms the signature to read ''Made by Fujita Akiyoshi'' and ''Resident of Ushu, Yamagata [province]'' on the reverse and ''Made on a Lucky Day in August 1944'' on the reverse. The blade is bright and excellent with a near-perfect razor edge, only the slightest polishing marks here or there visible under light and no blemishes of note besides occasional tiny forging imperfections. The hilt features standard officer's mounts, comprising a wood grip bound in white shagreen and brown cloth tape and brass tsuba, fuchi, pair of menuki and kabuto-gane all cast-in-relief with sakura blossom designs. A blue/brown company-grade officer's sword knot hangs from the silver-washed copper sarute. Handling stains and light instances of thread wear are visible on both the knot and cloth tape; both similarly worn, suggesting the knot is indeed original to the sword. The metal surfaces are worn pale at the corners and edges, otherwise the hilt shows no serious wear and rates near excellent. The included scabbard is brown-painted steel with brown-painted brass mounts including a single suspension ring. Aside from expected paint wear at the edges with exposed steel darkened to smooth brown, the scabbard shows few if any handling marks or blemishes and rates very fine. A beautiful traditional Japanese sword from the late-war period. Research indicates Fujita Akiyoshi (b. June 26, 1904, real name Fujita Tokusaburo) was an Army Commission swordsmith listed as active throughout the Showa period (1926-1989). (12C9807-6) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

WWII Japanese Gendaito by 23rd Generation Swordsmith Fujiwara Kanefusa

Lot #503 (Sale Order 504 of 601)

This fine officer's sword measures 36 3/4'' overall and bears a 26 1/4'' shinogi-zukuri blade with single unstopped fullers, a tight just-visible wood-grain hada and a bright undulating irregular hamon line. The tang is signed ''Noshu Seki Ju Ni Ju San Dai Fujiwara Kanefusa Saku Kore'', a signature of the 23rd Generation Fujiwara Kanefusa. A Minatogawa kiku-sui crest is engraved on the reverse face of the blade above the habaki; swords with this blade stamp are not made at Minatogawa Shrine (which stamps this symbol on the tang) and have no known connection to it. Some researchers believe the blades may be a special order by a group of naval officers associated with the Minatogawa battleship. The blade is in excellent condition with a bright mirror polish showing sparsely scattered instances of speckled gray patina, very light handling marks and minute polishing marks. The edge is razor sharp, nearly unblemished with the barest instances of roughness visible under light. The hilt is of typical officer's configuration with brass tsuba, menuki, fuchi and kabuto-gane; the fuchi and kabuto-gane retain generous original ocher-brown paint wearing to exposed brass at the edges. The white shagreen and brown cloth tape binding are excellent with few if any blemishes and the hilt rates very fine to excellent overall. The included scabbard is wood in a fine textured brown lacquer shell, in near-mint condition with only the barest wear of the mounts. A silvered brass belt hanger is included which retains strong original finish with some very light finish wear at the edges. The Kanefusa lineage dates back to the 1400s and continues today with the 25th Generation. The 23rd Generation Kanefusa, born 1900 (real name Kato Koichi), was an award-winning 'smith active during the Second World War-era. He was ranked 1st Seat (National Swordsmith) in the 6th Exhibition of Swords held in 1941 and made many blades for military use and for civil officials over the war years. Really a quite marvelous officer's blade from this renowned 'smith. (12C9807-8) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

Superb Signed WWII Japanese Officer's Sword

Lot #504 (Sale Order 505 of 601)

This beautiful minty officer's weapon measures 37'' overall and bears a 27 1/2'' shinogi-zukuri blade with a bright white hamon line and a beautiful tight wood-grain hada. The tang is signed on either face. The blade is near mint, showing a bright mirror finish with only a couple minute handling marks barely worth mention. The hilt features splendid officer's mounts, including a lacquered brass tsuba, painted brass fuchi and kabuto-gane, gilt brass menuki and excellent yellow-tasseled red/brown General Officer's knot hanging from a cloth cord sarute. Also includes a silvered brass belt hanger with light finish wear at the edges and a darkened patina on the exposed brass. The olive green painted steel scabbard is also nearly unblemished save the slightest finish wear on the mounts. Overall an exquisite near-mint officer's sword. (12C9807-25) [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

Magnificent Ivory-Mounted Wakizashi

Lot #505 (Sale Order 506 of 601)

This beautifully mounted shortsword measures 26'' long and bears a steeply curved 18'' single-edged blade with single unstopped fullers and an undulating acid-etched temper line. Bright and near excellent, the blade shows areas of roughness along the edge and some fine sharpening marks visible at the tip. Hints of smoky patina or light oxidation remnants can also be seen here or there but otherwise the blade shows few blemishes. The true highlights of this piece are the carved ivory mounts: the hilt and scabbard feature a beautiful carved relief in four panels (one on the hilt, three on the scabbard) bordered by clouds, waves and foliate scroll. The panels depict expertly detailed scenes of Japanese lords and their attendants practicing Takagari, the Japanese tradition of falconry, in pastoral Japanese landscapes. The hilt depicts a band of hunters in hot pursuit of their falcon as it pins a struggling crane in the water. The scabbard shows the falconers erecting portable perch stands, caring for the birds, and preparing hunted game including the aforementioned crane carried on a pole between two men. The lowermost panel shows a samurai in formal dress attire, complete with a Daisho sword pair tucked into his sash, with his falcon perched upon his left glove. The tip depicts a winged gargoyle-like creature surrounded by rolling clouds. The relief is exquisitely rendered in the finest detail, from the bark of the trees to the shading on the individual feathers of the birds, varied in depth throughout to show volume and dimensionality from any angle. Transporting the viewer to the beautiful countryside of feudal Japan, these mounts could only be the work of a master craftsman. The ivory is toned to a pleasing yellow-tinged cream color. Several very thin cracks, including some following the lines of the carving, can be seen sparsely scattered here and there on the body. The tip segment has been reattached by a careful adhesive repair, traces of which are visible only under close inspection of the seam. These blemishes are largely negligible and do little to nothing to detract from the beauty of this marvelous carving. Truly an imitable piece of Japanese artwork and a splendid prize for any collector. (129718-14) [Deaccessioned New Britain Youth Museum] (2000/3000)

U.S. General Officer's Sword & Two-Scabbard Set Belonging to Edward J. Forster

Lot #506 (Sale Order 507 of 601)

36 1/2'' overall, 30'' double-edged diamond-shaped blade marked ''G.M. Simmons & Co. / Boston Mass.'' on the reverse face of the ricasso. The bright excellent blade is beautifully frost-etched on either face with crisp panels depicting foliate scroll and panoplies of arms, centered by a Federal Eagle on the obverse and U.S. lettering on the reverse. Some barely visible scabbard marks can be seen on the faces of the foible and specks of gray patina are present near the tip and over the maker's mark, otherwise the blade shows few blemishes. The hilt is cast brass in gilt relief with a folding reverse counterguard showing U.S. Shield & panoply of arms in an oak & laurel wreath and a silvered grip inlaid with a gilt spiral band. Aside from a fleck or two of verdigris, the hilt shows no blemishes of note and rates excellent with generous gilt in the relief. A correct regulation two-scabbard set is included, the first nickel-plated with a single Brigadier General's silvered brass star for dress wear and the second service-browned for field use, both mounted in gilt brass. Some handling marks are visible under light and instances of verdigris can be seen on the drag of the nickel scabbard but otherwise both are in excellent condition. Also included is one buff kidskin cover marked ''Brig. General / Lieut. Colonel (struck through) / E.J. Forster. / Surgeon General / Mass'' on the front face. The cover is in good condition overall: the last few inches of the tip have been lost and the surface shows light age yellowing, a few small perforations and occasional stains. The lettering is a bit faded but remains legible. Contact wear at the side is perfectly consistent with this sword, leaving little doubt that this is the correct sleeve for that arm. According to information from the Massachusetts National Guard Museum & Archives, Edward Jacob Forster ''enlisted in the 26th Unattached Infantry Company, Mass. Volunteer Militia in Sep 1864; discharged in Oct 1866. He did not serve on active duty during the Civil War. He received his MD from Harvard in 1868 and was commissioned as surgeon with the rank of major, 5th Infantry in 1871. Discharged in 1892. Commissioned as lieutenant colonel in 1894 and assigned as medical director, 1st Brigade, appointed Surgeon General with rank of brigadier general by Gov. Frederic T. Greenhalge on 23 Apr 1895. Died in office 15 May 1896.'' Presented with this lot is a dossier of research pertaining to the General including the above statement, excerpts from period publications such as Adjutant General's annual reports and obituaries for Dr. Forster, an excerpt from A History of the Massachusetts Medical Society 1781-1922 by Walter L. Burrage, A.M., M.D. and a 25-page printout of The Pedigree and Descendants of Jacob Forster, Sen. of Charlestown, Mass. by none other than Dr. Edward J. Forster himself. This excellent attributed Massachusetts General's sword presents a rare and enticing opportunity for the collector. (12A9838-6) [Bruce Shroyer Collection] (1200/1800)

Beautiful U.S. Model 1860 Officer's Cavalry Saber Retailed by Tiffany & Co.

Lot #507 (Sale Order 508 of 601)

This high-end officer's weapon measures 41'' overall and bears a 35'' single-edged trailing point blade with wide stopped and narrow unstopped fullers. Either face of the blade is etched with intricate frosted panels depicting assorted complex floral and foliate sprays, panoplies of arms, the Federal Eagle, a uniformed Union soldier, U.S. lettering and the Tiffany & Co. logo. The ricasso is stamped ''Collins & Co. / Hartford / Conn'' on the reverse face and dated ''1861'' on the obverse. The etching is in marvelous condition, only showing the barest flecks of smoky patina under light. Similarly tiny flecks and minute handling marks can be seen on the bright foible. The few blemishes are negligible and overall the blade is excellent. The hilt is gilt brass crisply engraved with foliate designs and a U.S. shield on the back of the pommel; a Federal Eagle is embossed on the underside of the rear quillon. The grip is black shagreen wound by twisted brass wire. A few instances of finish wear expose bright brass, otherwise the guard retains strong original brass; the grip is unblemished and the hilt rates excellent as a whole. The scabbard is steel with gilt brass mounts, finely decorated with foliate engraving, a pierced foliate relief at the throat and a gilt brass escutcheon of Federal Eagle on U.S. Shield affixed to the drag. The steel has been strongly polished, showing remnants areas of cleaned pinprick pitting and cloudy spots of light burnished pewter patina; the body has been restored to very fine bright condition, the blemishes negligible until viewed closely. The mounts are excellent with slight wear to bright brass at the edges, retaining strong beautiful gilt finish particularly in the intricate detailing. The reverse face of the upper collar is inscribed to ''Capt. John W. Haaren''. The 1872 Annual Report of the Adjutant General of the State of New York lists a Capt. John W. Haaren of the 3rd Cavalry Regiment of the New York National Guard; Capt. Haaren's resignation from the service was accepted September 30th of that year. A wonderful Civil War-era sword exemplifying Tiffany & Co.'s high standards of excellence. (12C9838-15) [Bruce Shroyer Collection] (1200/1800)

Historic Heirloom Marine Corps Mameluke Sword inscribed to Fred D. Kilgore

Lot #508 (Sale Order 509 of 601)

37'' overall, 31 1/2'' single-edged slightly curved spear point blade with wide single fullers turning to double narrow fullers at the foible. Either face of the blade is etched with 18'' frosted panels depicting foliate sprays, panoplies of arms, ''United States Marines'' riband on either face and the name ''Fred D. Kilgore'' on the reverse face. The blade is bright and excellent, showing few blemishes except traces of unobtrusive patina near the guard and some very fine-grained bubbling on the obverse face which does little to detract from the clarity and beauty of the etching. The brass surfaces of the grip are lightly mottled with cleaned tarnish and tones of verdigris staining. The ivory grips each show several non-flexing cracks, one of which has been expertly filler-repaired. A leather sword knot hangs from the pommel and shows a bit of light wear. The scabbard is nickeled steel in brass mounts, rating near excellent with a bit of cloudiness in the finish and few handling marks or blemishes of note. The ensemble comes in a soft leather carrying case in excellent condition with only a few handling scuffs from the years. According to the included research dossier compiled by a previous owner, this sword belonged consecutively to no fewer than three distinguished United States Marines The sword was made for the inscribed Fred D. Kilgore, commissioned 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps on Oct. 23, 1903. Kilgore served in France during World War I, then as Aide to then-Secretary of the Navy Franklin Delano Roosevelt himself. Kilgore was appointed Commanding Officer of the 4th Marine Regiment in Shanghai, where he died of illness on May 15th, 1933, having achieved the rank of Colonel. Kilgore's widow gifted the sword to Lt. Col. Emile P. Moses, then serving as Executive Officer of that regiment. Moses was eventually promoted to Brigadier General on Feb. 1, 1939 and acted as President of the Marine Corps Equipment Board from May 1939-Sep 1941, during which time he oversaw such projects as the Amtrak and Higgins boat; Moses retired as a Major General on May 1, 1944. Emile P. Moses Jr. was given the sword by his father upon his commission as 2nd Lt. in the U.S.M.C. on Sep. 5, 1941. Moses Jr. participated in the Marshalls and Okinawa campaigns during WWII, later made the landing at Inchon during the Korean War and stayed in Korea until August 1951. He assumed command of the Pioneer Bn. in Okinawa on Aug. 1st, 1958 until his retirement as Lt. Col. on Jul. 1, 1962. Lt. Col. Moses Jr. took the sword with him for this command, evidenced by the aircraft cabin tag still affixed to the leather case. Colonel Kilgore's sword was given to a (here unnamed) friend of Lt. Col. Moses, Jr. upon his death in 1988. Having accompanied three remarkable Marines over 59 years of service and two World Wars, this marvelous storied sword is an exquisite artifact of Marine Corps history, not to be ignored. (12B9838-30). [Bruce Shroyer Collection] (1500/2500)

Unmarked Confederate Artillery Short Sword

Lot #509 (Sale Order 510 of 601)

This artillery footman's arm measures 23 1 /2'' overall and features a 17 3/4'' double-edged spear point blade with an oval cross-section. The hilt is cast brass with a 8 pattern grip and block letters ''C'' and ''S'' on the side faces of the quillons. While the specific maker of this unmarked sword remains unknown, the materials and features all appear correct and authentic to Confederate production. The years have toned the blade to an overall black mottled with dark ocher-brown patina throughout. Previous light cleanings have smoothed the surface so that only occasional remnants of oxidation texture remain visible under light. A few subtle polishing and maintenance marks can be seen beneath the age patina from a long-previous sharpening, as can several shallow impact nicks in the otherwise fine sharp appleseed edges. The crossguard shows a tobacco patina on the faces with areas of coppery ocher at the quillons and hints of green verdigris in the lettering. The grip is worn bright from handling and the scales have somewhat softened but still show the characteristic imperfections of the sand-casting process common to Confederate arsenals. Numerous tiny handling marks can be seen across the pommel, otherwise the hilt shows no major blemishes. A well-kept Southern-made weapon in quite fine honest condition. (12B9718-8). [Deaccessioned New Britain Youth Museum] (2000/3000)

Lovely Cased Pair of Swiss Percussion Target Pistols by A Vannod & Rochat

Lot #510 (Sale Order 511 of 601)

.50 cal., 9 1/4'' octagon barrels with fine 16-groove rifling and bright very fine to near excellent bores which show just a bit of very light oxidation in the grooves. The barrels are lovely showing exceptional two tone pewter gray and gray-blue damascus pattern their full lengths with a few scattered areas of extremely light oxidation present which does not detract from the lovely pattern. The breeches and tangs show some nice smoky blue-gray color case-hardening, toning on the rear of each tang. There are lovely fire blued fine bead front sights with fire blued u-notch rears mounted atop each tang. The top flat is maker marked ''Vannod & Rochat a Lausanne'' surrounded by light borderline engraving. There is some excellent quality scroll on each tang and ''1'' and ''2'' are inlaid in gold on each tang and breech. The back action locks and hammers are a smoky case-hardened patina, the tops of each hammer with some smoky blue-gray colors evident. Both show excellent quality open flowing scroll, the skirt of the hammer on gun No. 1 is chipped out. The triggerplate's front extensions show excellent quality open flowing scroll, as do the single spur triggerguards. The arms are stocked in a lovely grade of French walnut showing exquisite grain figure throughout with fabulous wraparound checkering patterns at the grip with tiny mullered borders. Barrels are keyed through German silver escutcheons to the rear of the neat little schnabel tips and there are nice scalloped rosewood gripcaps with silver inserts at their centers. Each arm is equipped with a single set trigger and the guns seem to function well mechanically. These come cased in a European walnut case with French fitted green baize lining rating very fine overall. On the interior is a very nice single cavity bullet mould, patch cutter with nice sunken ''VR'' touchmark, a horn handled turn screw, loading rods, rod ends, horn ''spares'' bottles (one with patches, the other nipples), small powder flask, loading/disassembly mallet, a selection of cast projectiles and the key to the case. Vannod & Rochat were partners in Lausanne Switzerland from roughly 1839-1850 and were purveyors of very fine quality arms. This pair of pistols is certainly no exception and exhibit quality of craftsmanship throughout. (3D9654-13) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

German Model 640(b) High Power Semi-Auto Pistol by Fabrique Nationale

Lot #511 (Sale Order 512 of 601)

serial #92094a, 9mm, 4 11/16" WWII replacement barrel with a lightly frosted bore. This barrel is serial numbered 59230 with "[Eagle] / WaA613" Waffenamt marks. The pistol displays the typical wartime coarse finish with about 92% original blue remaining on the metal surfaces showing light handling marks. The pistol also shows high edge wear, thinning finish on the grip frame and scattered light pitting with a few oxidation blemishes. The checkered walnut factory grips rate very good with light handling marks and slight darkening from oil soaking. The pistol features an internal extractor, ring hammer, round blade front sight, drift adjustable standard rear sight and thumb print. It includes a single factory magazine. The pistol's frame, slide and magazine are marked with "[Eagle] / WaA140" Waffenamt marks. The markings remain crisp and the gun appears to function mechanically. The pistol includes a brown calf skin Browning High Power break away soft shell flap holster with "jkh / 43" stamped on the back (Carl Busse, Frabrik fuer Ausruestungen aus Stoff u. Leder Manz, Kurfuerstenstr, 11). The holster rates about fair with moderate wear on the high edges, limited crazing, several small holes and the stitching is generally strong with the bottom of the breakaway flap starting to fail and the belt loop completely separated from the holster on the bottom rows of stitching. This gun has seen some use over the years but remains in very good condition and a fine wartime collectible. (8A9855-2) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Rare Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver with 4" Barrel

Lot #512 (Sale Order 513 of 601)

serial #37064, 32 RF, 4" ribbed octagon barrel with an about good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain perhaps 40% original bright blue scattered about having mostly flaked to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing sparsely scattered specks of old oxidation staining and a few minor dings. The ejector spud has mostly toned to a smoky case-hardened patina and the hammer is toning to a silvery patina with some generous vibrant colors in the protected areas. The screw heads show some light slot wear and the holes also show some minor tool marks but this is unobtrusive. The barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain completely intact and strong. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very good plus condition retaining about 75% original varnish with most of the loss along the left panel, a small ding also on the left panel and thin tight drying crack on the right. The right panel is appropriately stamp-numbered to the gun and the remaining parts are matching by assembly code. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of minor play and the action will require mechanical attention as the hammer does not hold. Included is a Smith & Wesson factory letter explaining how the records on these arms are very vague and that they believe all the 4" barrel guns were made on special order with only 21 guns specifically listed, although Mr. Roy Jinks mentions that they cannot be sure this was the total number produced. Thirteen were with ivory grips sold to J. W. Storres and the remaining eight were likely with standard rosewood grips, sold on December 22, 1864 to H. Foot & Co. This example therefore falls within the serial number range and features of the eight sold to H. Foot & Co. A very rare variation for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (13B9474-45) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (2000/3000)

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Army Revolver with B. Kittredge & Co. Markings

Lot #513 (Sale Order 514 of 601)

serial #35001, 32 RF, 6" ribbed octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain perhaps 25% original bright blue strongest along the barrel flutes and sides of the frame with the balance toned gunmetal gray showing some scattered light pitting, light handling marks and some dings near the hinge. The hinge screw shows moderate slot wear and may be an older replacement and the hammer retains a healthy amount of smoky case-hardened colors. The barrel address remains intact and legible and the left side of the barrel is stamped with semi-circular "B. KITTREDGE & CO. / CIN.O." markings, the stamping rather poorly applied and double struck actually appearing to read "KTREDGE". The revolver wears a set of period smooth mother-of-pearl grips that remain in very fine condition showing a couple insignificant thin cracks, a thin flake along the back edge of the left panel and a few other mild handling marks. The grips are un-numbered and their fit to the frame is very nice. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly code, barrel-to-frame fit shows just a little bit of play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up a little loose. A very good example with desirable retailer markings and a nice set of grips. (13B9474-44) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. John W. Hall Collection] (1000/1500)

Rare U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bowie Bayonet

Lot #514 (Sale Order 515 of 601)

This experimental Krag rifle bayonet measures 13 3/4'' overall and features a 9 1/4'' broad single-edged blade with a concave clipped point and a 2 1/2'' V-ground cutting surface on the reverse edge starting 5 1/2'' from the point. The ricasso is marked ''US'' on the obverse and ''1900'' on the reverse; both markings remain crisp. The bright polished blade shows pinprick remnants of cleaned pitting and light flecks of gray patina scattered sparsely throughout. A few scabbard marks can be seen on the faces, otherwise the blade rates quite fine as cleaned. The metal surfaces of the hilt are similarly polished to near mirror bright with remnant black flecks of texturing and the contoured walnut grips are about excellent, nearly unblemished save for the tiniest handling marks and two barely visible pinholes in the obverse grip. The blued steel scabbard retains about 80% original blue, the exposed steel toned to a brown-tinted pewter and flecked by tiny instances of dark brown patina in scattered areas throughout. No dings, indentations, or any more than very light handling marks are present and the scabbard rates very good plus to excellent. A very good example of these distinctive and short-lived jungle utility bayonets. (129833-99B) (1500/2000)

German Pattern 1933 SS Dagger by Carl Eickhorn

Lot #515 (Sale Order 516 of 601)

This Third Reich Schutzstaffel dagger measures 13 1/2'', including the tang nut, and features an 8 3/4'' double-edged spear point blade with a diamond cross-section. The obverse face of the blade is crisply etched with a nicely centered ''Meine Ehre Hei?t Treue'' motto and the reverse is marked with RZM logo and code ''941/40 SS''. Bright and excellent, the blade is near-mint except for the barest of scabbard marks. The solid German silver guard and pommel show a few instances of gray patina here or there and a few light handling marks under light. The correct Parteiadler and SS runes are nicely centered and excellent, the contoured ebony grips near excellent with no discernible handling marks and a very slight fading of the black from light handling over the years. The scabbard is black japanned steel with silvered brass mounts; the finish of the steel is near pristine with the barest handling marks visible under light and the mounts show a few hints of wear but overall rate near excellent. An altogether very fine example of these desirable SS daggers for the collector of German militaria. (129833-99A) (1800/2200)

German Standard Modell Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf with Deutsche Reichspost Marking

Lot #516 (Sale Order 517 of 601)

serial #61883, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good plus bore with scattered spots of light oxidation but strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original blue with thinning of the finish on the receiver and breech, light wear and oxidation staining on the barrel bands, magazine floorplate, and triggerguard, a series of tiny dings on the lower barrel band, light muzzle wear, and scattered light handling marks on the barrel; the bolt shows light operational wear, and some light oxidation staining. The European hardwood stock is in near excellent as perhaps very lightly cleaned with a light abrasion on the toe line, a very small flaking chip just ahead of the forward triggerguard screw, a small ding on the underside of the forend about 1'' from the lower band, and a few light handling marks; the flat steel buttplate has been cleaned to bright with fine surface oxidation. The buttstock is marked with a crisp ''D.R.P. / 601883'' Reichspost cartouche on the left, and both handguard and stock are internally serialized and matching to the rifle. The top of the forward receiver ring is marked with a Mauser banner and is 1933-dated, the left side of the receiver is marked with ''(Crown) / BUGN'' proofs, serial number, and the Mauser address; all markings remain mostly crisp with a few factory imperfections due to a flawed die. The bolt is marked with two ''(Crown) / BU'' proofs, and has been renumbered to match the rifle; the triggerguard and magazine floorplate are numbered to the rifle. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. A fine example of these early Third Reich rifles. (14B9878-1) {C&R} (1800/2200)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr with V7 Stamp

Lot #517 (Sale Order 518 of 601)

serial #9776, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good plus bore with scattered pinprick pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''bnz / 44'' rifle retain about 90% original blue finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a droplet pattern of spots of lost finish on the barrel. A few spots show a light cleaning and there is some very light scattered pitting and scattered light handling marks; the bolt shows light operational wear and the extractor has toned to plum. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an about 1 1/2'' lamination crack behind the receiver with a touch of synthetic filler at both ends of the crack, a few small dings on the pistolgrip and toe line, an old abrasion on the right side below the receiver, the cupped steel buttplate has been light cleaned with spots of light oxidation and is proud at the heel, and scattered light handling marks; the upper barrel band resists removal and internal numbering could not be verified. The large font coding remains crisp, the firing proof on the barrel is soft, a near illegible waffenamt is marked on the right side of the receiver ring, the rear sight assembly is numbered to the rifle and marked with two crisp ''WaA623'' waffenamts, the bolt body and safety are numbered to the rifle with the shroud and cocking piece unnumbered, the stamped barrel bands are numbered to the rifle, the triggerguard and floorplate are ''135'' waffenamt marked and the floorplate is numbered to a different rifle, and the front sight is marked with a ''77'' waffenamt; interestingly, the right side of the receiver ring is marked with a small circled ''V / 7'' proof, which denotes manufacture at the Gusen concentration camp. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod and leather sling. An honest Steyr rifle with possible dark origins. (14A9896-99) {C&R} (2000/4000)

Scarce French K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser

Lot #518 (Sale Order 519 of 601)

serial #15655c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good plus bore with scattered pinprick pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this svwMB-coded French occupation rifle retain about 90% blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points. Some surfaces are a gun metal gray with light oxidation staining throughout and generous remnants of original blue in the protected areas. The bolt shows moderate operational wear, light cleaning on the bolt body and extractor, pinprick pitting, and generally toning to a pewter patina. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition with remnants of old light abrasions on both sides below the receiver, a spot of synthetic filler on the right side above the trigger, the remnants of a few light dings and some scattered light handling marks; the cupped steel buttplate has been cleaned to bright with light surface oxidation overall. The stock appears unnumbered and unmarked and the handguard is numbered to the rifle on the underside. The rifle bears all of the peculiarities associated with French production including the left-side sling swivel hardware, hexagonal stacking rod assembly and large star stamp on the left side receiver. The rear sight assembly is unnumbered but marked with the appropriate ''135'' and ''18'' waffenamts, the triggerguard and floorplate are numbered to the rifle with the triggerguard marked with appropriate ''svw'' stamp and ''135'' waffenamts and the floorplate is ''byf'' marked, the bolt body, shroud, and safety are numbered to the rifle, the extractor is numbered ''56'', the cocking piece is numbered ''8620'', and the extractor collar is crisply marked with a ''655'' waffenamt. The rifle appears to function well mechanically. An attractive example of these interesting Mauser rifles that would fit will in a martial collection. (14A9878-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Colt Single Action Army Early Second-Generation Revolver

Lot #519 (Sale Order 520 of 601)

serial #13197SA, 38 special, 7 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and ejector rod housing on this early 1957 production second-generation SAA retain about 95% original blue, the loss due to light wear on the right side of barrel and housing about 2'' from the frame, with light muzzle wear. The cylinder is similar with perhaps a bit more wear, showing numerous rotational marks and light scratches about its surface. The grip straps have toned to a pewter patina with strong blue atop the knuckle, at butt, in front of the guard, the butt with a small ding here and there. The frame and loading gate retain about 98% original color case-hardening which is very vivid in spots and starting to mute slightly in others, but with all the wonderful hues still fully visible, the left side of frame showing very light remnants of some light oxidation staining around the trigger screw. The bright-polished sides of the hammer showing a couple very light freckles but they are miniscule, the trigger toning to silver. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent, they feature Federal Eagles at their bottom and are slightly under at the straps and are scratch-numbered to a different revolver on their interior; they retain excellent definition with crisp points however. All of the numbers are matching and the revolver times and locks up as well as the day at left Hartford in 1957. An attractive early ''Second Genny'' gun of that could still be enjoyed at the range while enjoying solid investment potential. (39740-45) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Colt Single Action Army Bisley Model Revolver

Lot #520 (Sale Order 521 of 601)

serial #282575, 41 Colt, 5 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 85% original fading blue with even toning to a pewter patina, the ejector rod housing toned primarily to pewter along its outer edge with strong blue in the flutes. The cylinder is an even mix of fading original blue and a gun metal gray patina with a few light operational turn rings, the primary ring a bit more moderate. The frame retains about 95% original color case-hardening which is silvery in spots with some strong colors in others, with a bit of light freckling on the loading gate; a bit on the right rear flat as well. The grip frame is an even mix of pewter and fading gray-blue. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate very fine with good points and crisp images, the right grip with a prominent flake from its lower rear edge; they are stamp-numbered to the gun. The arm still times well and locks up properly, the front sight has been neatly removed and a dovetail professionally cut, many years ago, now holding a bead-style front sight which gives a nice sight picture. The included factory letter shows shipment in September of 1906 to the George Tritch Hardware Co in Denver along with 5 other guns, and verifies the configuration (except for the special front sight). A very respectable 41 Colt that would be great at the range, while appreciating monetarily as the years pass. (3B9606-66){C&R} (1800/2200)

Quality Contemporary Flintlock Long Rifle by Joseph Scorsone

Lot #521 (Sale Order 522 of 601)

.32 cal., 38'' lightly swamped octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains all of its maker-applied plum brown and is sighted with a nice German silver front sight in a brass base, the edges lightly chiseled, and a flat-top square notch rear, with the maker name ''Joseph Scorsone'' engraved to its rear. The lockplate is similar with a stepped rear showing a bridled frizzen, faceted pan and gooseneck cock. The arm has faceted thimbles and the simple tailpipe with dual dovetailed triggerguard which sports a wide bow and single rearward spur. There is some very light pitting on the bow of the guard but it is unobtrusive. There is a wide iron buttplate with faceted tang simple iron patchbox with top release with a lightly engraved and pierced head and no side plates, the toeplate shows a nice fleur-de-lis at its head. The arm is stocked in a very nice grade of curly maple showing fiddleback figure nearly its full-length and rating excellent with all of its original varnish and no appreciable dings or handling marks. It shows light island carving around each stock flat, around the dovetailed tang, flanking the point of the faceted comb, with a flourish to the rear of the fluted square-bottom cheekpiece. There is light silver wire inlay in open scroll flanking the patchbox, each side of the forestock and left of butt and the barrel retaining pin escutcheons are silver and scallop-engraved, those along the ramrod channel with a brass strips along their bottom edges. There is a neat brass and silver acorn inlay on the cheekpiece, an iron vent pick inlay beneath the cheek rest, slightly fancy sideplate and ''EMG'' inlaid in silver wire, lightly bordered atop the wrist. Single trigger-equipped, the lock does not always hold on cock, with a bit of manipulation of the trigger it will indeed, so an easy fix for any mechanic who knows his business. Mr. Squires notes state ''Made for Madison Grant'', whether this is Author Madison Grant who has written books on powderhorns, hunting pouches and antique hunting knives is unknown but would seem likely, further research may prove or disprove the supposition. Joe Scorsone of Asheville North Carolina is one of the most talented builders of these rifles, this example is exceptionally made and flawlessly executed. (3C9670-434) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1800/2200)

Lovely Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Lot #522 (Sale Order 523 of 601)

serial #138716, 38 Colt, 4 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. This stunning gun actually appears unfired, suffering only from a bit of flaking, with the interior of the chambers all immaculate and showing all their original blue, with no evidence of flash on the cylinder's face nor on the breech of the barrel and forcing cone area. The barrel retains about the 98-99% original blue, the only loss being couple very tiny freckles of surface oxidation, the ejector housing shows one small flaked area on its outer edge about halfway down. The cylinder retains 99% original blue as well, also with one or two light freckles of surface oxidation or perhaps a very light handling mark. The triggerguard and backstrap have a similar amount of original blue, perhaps 98%, with a tiny bit of flaking on the bow of the guard and the sparsely scattered minor brown flake here or there on the balance. The frame retains vibrant color case-hardening in the areas which did not flake, retaining perhaps 50% stunning case colors, the balance showing a flaked plum brown, all of the screws retain their brilliant fire temper blue. The bright-polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant with strong fire blue on its spine, the trigger showing only a light drifting as well. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate excellent and are pencil-numbered to the gun on their interior. The gun locks up well and functions as it should mechanically. Really a beautiful 1902-manufactured 1877 Lightning that appears to have seen no use since leaving the blue dome, only a victim of light flaking, primarily on its frame. (39908-26) {C&R} (1500/2500)

Fine Remington Whitmore Model 1876 Grade 3 Double Hammergun

Lot #523 (Sale Order 524 of 601)

serial #615, 10 ga, 32" damascus barrels with bright near excellent bores. This shotgun has been very professionally restored, the barrels showing wonderful swirling damascus patterns throughout with just some minor thinning along the sides and some sparsely scattered pinprick pits. The frame and remaining small parts retain about 97% restored vibrant case-hardened colors, the lever toning slightly to a pleasant mild gray patina. The factory embellishments remain completely intact with nice foliate scrollwork and geometric border motifs, the E. Remington & Sons barrel address also remains intact and legible. The checkered round knob pistolgrip buttstock and forend with black hard rubber tip insert remain in near excellent condition as nicely refinished showing a tiny hairline crack at the upper tang and some scattered light handling marks. The checkering remains intact and the stock displays some rather nice grain figure throughout. All visibly numbered parts are matching, barrel lock-up is solid on-face and the locks seem to function well mechanically. A very handsomely restored Remington Whitmore for the antique arms collector. (13C9362-99) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

Excellent German Kar.88 Bolt Action Carbine by Erfurt

Lot #524 (Sale Order 525 of 601)

serial #7909f, 8mm Mauser, 17 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The blued surfaces of this wonderful 1893-dated carbine retain about 97-98% original blue showing some mild high edge wear along the triggerguard, a few errant light freckles and minor handling marks. The magazine cover plate shows some light oxidation staining and, along with the barrel band, has mostly toned to deep gray patina while the nosecap retains about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking and a little minor circumferential wear around the screw head. The receiver, bolt and buttplate remain in-the-white showing some very mild gray-brown freckling scattered about, a couple very tiny pinprick pits and a few minor dings along the upper tang. The bolt release and a number of screw heads show nice thinning fire blue and all markings remain crisp and clear with the left side receiver wall stamped with "n.m." designation, "S" chamber and "7,93" bore measurement on the left rear sight base. The walnut stock remains in near excellent condition retaining most of its arsenal oil finish and showing some scattered very light dings and handling marks, concentrated a little more along the forend but very unobtrusive overall. The stock is un-numbered and shows wonderful crisp cartouches along the toe line and right side. The bolt head is numbered "10" and the barrel band "69" but all other numbered parts are matching. This example is equipped with the spring-loaded clip ejector and the action seems to function well mechanically. Really an extremely fine Kar.88, very rarely seen with such strong condition, it would make an excellent addition to any advanced martial collection. (13C9807-179) {ANTIQUE} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

Romanian SSG-97 Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle

Lot #525 (Sale Order 526 of 601)

serial #F-0572, 7.62x54mmR, 24 1/2" barrel (26 1/2" overall including compensator) with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this PSL-style rifle retain about 97% original Parkerized finish showing a little minor operational wear, light handling marks and a few sparsely scattered specks of minor oxidation staining here and there. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side rear sight base showing Inter-Ordnance import markings. The laminated hardwood pistolgrip buttstock with Bakelite pistolgrip cap and the solid hardwood forend and handguard remain in very good plus to very fine condition, the buttstock showing moderate overall crazing and light flaking of the factory varnish along with a few light dings and handling marks. The magazine is scratch-numbered to the gun and the action seems to function well mechanically. An original factory scope with stamp-numbered matching mount is included along with a rubber eyepiece and cover. The screw heads on the mount show some light slot wear and there is a small plate affixed to the rear arm marked "81100 / 00363 / 91-610". The scope rates very fine showing some light handling marks and features range-finding reticle and the optics with moderate yellowing that otherwise remain completely serviceable. A solid example for the modern martial arms enthusiast. (13B9807-57) {MODERN} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

German Gewehr 98 Bolt Action Rifle with Trench Cover by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot #526 (Sale Order 527 of 601)

serial #3075c, 8mm Mauser, 29" barrel with a partially bright good bore showing a scattered light pitting, a few small areas a bit more moderate and otherwise strong rifling. This is a solid and honest all-matching 1917-dated Gew.98. The barrel has mostly toned to a deep brown patina showing some overall light oxidation staining and some scattered fine pinprick pitting. The action and bottom metal are similar showing bright areas mixed with brown freckling, light oxidation staining and some overall minor pinprick pitting. There is a moderate scuff along the right edge of the triggerguard and the screw heads show some slot wear but this is very unobtrusive. All markings remain intact and quite crisp. The trench cover has mostly toned to a dark gray patina showing areas of light oxidation staining and strong remnants of black enamel finish. The locking tab is bent slightly upwards and does not snap completely closed but this is to be expected. Both the cover and its base are maker-marked "W / CO / DRP" and both bear clear imperial inspector stamps. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good condition showing a very thin 2" hairline crack at the upper tang, overall scattered light to perhaps moderate dings and abrasions. The stock actually shows some subtle and rather attractive tiger stripe grain figure through the butt, the buttstock is stamp-numbered matching and also retains very good imperial inspector stamps. An original cleaning rod is present and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included is an original rather tired brown leather sling with quick detach swivel and a very good W. Kober & Co. Suhl muzzle cover. A solid Gew.98 with a scarce original trench cover that would make a fine addition to any martial collection. (13B9807-155) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

Hungarian 52M Mosin Nagant Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by FEG

Lot #527 (Sale Order 528 of 601)

serial #BC4580, 7.62x54mmR, 29" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some light oxidation and frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1953-dated rifle retain about 97-98% original blue showing some small areas of light oxidation staining along the recesses of the scope mount, the mount and some smaller areas taking on a deep plum-brown tone under bright light and some other minor handling marks. The bolt remains bright showing a few mild gray freckles. The scope is Hungarian-made of the Soviet PU style and retains about 95% original black enamel finish showing a few tiny flakes and handling marks. The scope body is marked "41 / 1953 / 525811" with "4578" adjacent and "419760" on the bottom. The scope features a German style reticle and somewhat cloudy but quite serviceable optics showing a few mild occlusions. All other markings remain intact and crisp, the barrel shank stamped with "02" factory code, date, serial number and Rakosi-era acceptance stamp. The hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing a small 1" area of moderate scratches behind the right side wrist, an area of light abrasions on either side of the wrist and otherwise just some scattered lighter dings and handling marks. The left side of the butt shows a series of what appear to be some sort of Middle Eastern numerals lightly scratched in and the right side butt shows a crisp arsenal circled "B" and "02" stamp. All of the serialized parts are matching and all components are stamped with the appropriate "02" factory code including the mount. There do not appear to be any import marks, the action seems to function well mechanically and a set of leather scope covers and canvas sling with leather collars are included. A very fine example of these nicely-made Hungarian sniper rifles not often seen in this country. (13B9807-98) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1800/2200)

Scarce Remington Model 1867 Navy Cadet Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #528 (Sale Order 529 of 601)

50-45, 32 1/2" barrel with a mostly bright very good bore plus showing some light pitting and frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 95% of an arsenal quality reapplied dull blue-gray finish showing thinning to the underlying deep plum-brown, a few scattered light dings and handling marks. The hammer, breechblock, action pins and nosecap are similar while the barrel bands and buttplate show flaking bright blue and the action pin retainer plate retains much of its brilliant fire blue. The action retains about 90-92% lovely dark case-hardened colors mostly composed of attractive deep purples and blues showing some scattered light handling marks, a little mild gray freckling and some muting along the tangs and right side. The receiver shows a crisp small anchor on the right edge, "P / F.C.W." on the left and strong Remington's Ilion tang address, strangely these frame markings are on reversed sides compared to other examples. The buttplate tang shows strong "US" along with a large crisp "H / 168". The smooth walnut buttstock remains in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned long ago showing worn finish overall, some scattered light dings and mild wear at the toe. The forend is similar showing some light dings along the bottom and a tiny shallow chip along the left edge between the bands. An original cleaning rod that shows an arsenal-reapplied blue finish is included, the original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive example of these desirable cadet rifles, only 498 of which were produced. (13C9670-439) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

Excellent & Interesting U.S. Model 1870 Navy Rolling Block Training Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #529 (Sale Order 530 of 601)

50-70, 32 5/8" barrel with a mostly bright bore showing some light oxidation and strong rifling throughout along with a number of slight bulges about 5" back from the muzzle. This is a very unusual example as it appears to be one of the first 10,000 rifles produced that were rejected by the Navy due to the rear sight being too far back on the barrel and is therefore appropriately devoid of inspector stamps. But, the left side barrel does show markings consistent with military acceptance of a 22 RF training rifle albeit the 22 RF liner is not present, a standard 50-70 extractor is fitted and the breechblock and firing pin are still for the rimfire cartridge! So, the exact history of this rifle can only be speculated but it still remains a very attractive and peculiar example. The barrel retains about 95% original blue that is thinning very slightly and toning to a deep plum-brown patina under bright light along with a few sparsely scattered light dings and mild silvering at the muzzle. The action retains about 97% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing some faint silvering along the high edges and a little mild muting and brown freckling along the triggerguard and lower tang. The barrel bands and buttplate retain about 95% original blue showing some silvering at the heel while the action small parts remain mostly bright, the hammer and breechblock showing a little mild oxidation staining. The two bottom action screw heads show some light slot wear and all markings remain intact and strong with "US" on the buttplate tang, wonderful crisp eagle and USN markings on the right side frame and Remington patent information along the upper tang. The left edge of the barrel shows markings consistent with 22 RF conversions done by Winchester with "No 14 W.W.K. 1889." The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition showing a strong oil finish having darkened from the years along with two thin 1" drying cracks at the lower tang, what appears to be a tiny 1/2" square of old filler on the right side wrist and some scattered light dings. The original sling swivels, sights and cleaning rod are intact along with the correct bayonet lug and the action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle would make for a very interesting addition to any advanced U.S. martial or Remington collection. (13D9670-438) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

Remington Cadet-Style Rolling Block Rifle Formerly of the Remington Arms Co. Factory Collection

Lot #530 (Sale Order 531 of 601)

serial #89343, 50-70, 32 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle in cadet configuration but is equipped with a longer rifle-style rear sight and will accept 50-70; very likely this was some kind of prototype or test gun. The barrel retains about 90% original blue that shows mild overall thinning with areas at the muzzle toning to gray-brown patina along with some scattered light handling marks. The action retains a similar amount of case-hardened colors that are muting to a pleasant deep gray still remaining quite vibrant overall showing some light handling marks and the lower tang and bottom metal showing some mild brown freckling. The bands, buttplate and nosecap are also case-hardened retaining generous amounts of attractive colors, the band springs show pale fire blue and the rear sight assembly retains about 92% original bright and fire blue finishes showing some light flaking and edge wear. The hammer, breechblock and action pins remain mostly bright showing some mild freckling. The "REMINGTONS ILION" address and patent dates on the upper tang remain crisp, the rear band is stamped with the familiar "U" and the front shows a crown on the right side. The smooth walnut stocks remain in about very good condition showing a 6" thin scratch along the right side ahead of the rear band, a few moderate dings and dents along the toe line and right side wrist, a few thin slivers missing along the ramrod channel and some smaller overall handling marks. The stocks retain excellent metal-to-wood fit and show remnants of arsenal oil finish having darkened from the years and the original Remington factory brass tag is intact numbered "175". A slightly long replacement cleaning rod is present, the sling swivels and original sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting example retained by the factory. (13C9670-352) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

Marble's Model 1921 Game Getter Pistol

Lot #531 (Sale Order 532 of 601)

serial #13403, 22 LR over 44 GG & 410 bore (2"), 18" barrels with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this 1923-made Game Getter Gun retain about 90-92% original matte blue with most of the loss due to some sparsely scattered small areas of light oxidation staining, some flaking along the backstrap and triggerguard and a few areas of old light pitting along the extractor and left side high edges of the frame and barrel; it is quite mild overall and rather unobtrusive. The rear sight aperture setting and front sight assembly retain remnants of a black enamel finish, the front sight appears to have been regulated slightly during the period of use and the extractor shows flaking bright blue. The hammer, trigger and stock latch retain strong case-hardened colors throughout with mild toning to a silvery gray patina while the folding stock retains about 80% original nickel finish showing some moderate overall flaking to gray-brown patina and some areas of pinprick pitting. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition retaining much of their original oil finish and showing just a couple minor handling marks. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent, the stock locks securely and the action seems to function well mechanically. The original three-position combination rear sight is intact. A copy of the original factory information card is included indicating the arm was finished on December 7, 1923 and shipped on July 31, 1924 to NYC distributor H. D Folsom and eventually purchased by a T. T. Eckert, Jr. of Pittsfield Massachusetts from the Peirson Hardware Company. A very attractive example of these interesting and desirable combination guns. (13B9671-14) {C&R} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

German P.08 Luger Code 42 Pistol by Mauser

Lot #532 (Sale Order 533 of 601)

serial #1252r, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a little oxidation in the grooves mostly nearer the breech and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1939-dated pistol retain about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to light high edge and operational wear, a couple tiny specks of light oxidation staining and some mild thinning along the gripstraps. The name "ZHUNGA" is lightly scratched along the frontstrap and the extractor and ejector are taking on the familiar dark plum tone. All markings remain intact and strong with proper eagle firing proofs and "(Eagle) / 63" Waffenamts. The checkered walnut grips are un-numbered and remain in very fine condition showing a few lightly chipped points, minor handling marks and their fit to the frame is excellent. All of the serialized parts are matching including the grooved firing pin and the action seems to function well mechanically. One blue-bodied aluminum base magazine numbered "6698v" with a "+" and "(Eagle) / 63" and a byf 41-coded Luger tool with large stamped "3" showing moderate operational wear are included. Also included is an original brown leather holster that rates very good showing some overall scuffing, mild discoloration and crackling with an illegible maker stamp on the interior lid. There are two small holes at either corner of the lid, a "3" lightly scratched into the back and all stitching remains intact and strong. A very nice early war Luger rig for the martial collector. (13B9880-5) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Excellent U.S. Model 1863 Zouave Percussion Rifle by Remington

Lot #533 (Sale Order 534 of 601)

.58 cal, 33" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 97-98% original blue showing some very mild thinning to smooth gray-brown patina at the muzzle, one small spot of oxidation between the two bands and a couple scattered light dings. The lockplate and hammer retain a similar amount of fine case-hardened colors muting slightly overall to a nice smooth gray patina with vibrant colors throughout and crisp markings with 1863 date. The brass hardware has mostly toned to an attractive goldenrod patina showing some mild tarnishing, a couple tiny dings on the rear band and strong sub-inspector stamps. The upper breech tang is a dark gray patina showing a little pinprick pitting. The trigger retains almost all of its brilliant fire blue and the screw heads and band springs likewise retain a healthy amount of fire blue. The breech shows crisp 1863 date, firing proofs and the left flat with "STEEL H.S.L." The smooth walnut stock remains in near excellent condition retaining about 98% original oil finish showing a few scattered light dings from band removal, a small mild abrasion along the right edge between the bands and some other light handling marks. The stock shows lovely raised grain throughout, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and there are two crisp cartouches on the left flat. The spare nipple is still present in the patchbox, all original hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent example of these handsome contract arms for the U.S. martial or Remington collector. (13C9833-38) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #534 (Sale Order 535 of 601)

serial #302806, 38 WCF, 5 1/2" barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this 1907-made revolver retain perhaps 30-35% original bright blue remaining quite strong in the protected areas around the ejector rod housing and in the cylinder flutes with the balance toning to a mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered areas of smoothed-over light pitting, a few light dings and handling marks. The backstrap has mostly toned to a mild gray patina and the triggerguard shows generous bright blue in the protected areas with the balance flaked to a deep plum-brown patina. The frame has mostly toned to a silvery gray patina showing some scattered smoothed-over pinprick pitting and the loading gate shows strong silvery case-hardened patina with a patch of vibrant colors in the protected internal areas. The hammer retains a healthy amount of vibrant colors along the sides and internal face and the trigger and a number of screw heads show strong flakes of brilliant bright blue. All markings remain intact and actually quite crisp including the circled Rampant Colt on the left side frame. The black checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval are scratch-numbered to the gun and remain in about very good plus condition showing some mild overall smoothing and toning to a deep brown patina along with a few light handling marks, faint "EW" scratched at the base of the left panel and their fit to the frame remains very nice. The serialized parts are matching, the hammer functions crisply and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up a little bit loose. A solid old Single Action Army with a lot of character that may make for a good shooter. (13B9739-14) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver

Lot #535 (Sale Order 536 of 601)

serial #12718, .36 cal, 6 1/2" round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few patches of light pitting and oxidation mostly nearer the breech and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this revolver retains about 60% original bright blue with overall flaking to gray-brown patina, scattered patches of old oxidation staining and a number of small moderate dings along the top and rear bottom edges. The cylinder has mostly toned to gray-brown patina showing some minor freckling, a few small dings and flakes of original bright blue scattered about. Most of the cylinder safety pins remain intact. The frame, loading lever and hammer are toning to a silvery gray patina showing some scattered specks of old oxidation staining and minor handling marks. The back sides of the loading lever and rear surface of the hammer retain lovely vibrant colors and the left side of the frame likewise retains very fine colors throughout. Some of the screw heads show mild slot wear and a number of them, along with the trigger, retain a healthy amount of bright fire blue. The backstrap and triggerguard retain about 94% silver finish showing some mild flaking along the backstrap and bow of the guard along with a few mild handling marks. The silver remains mostly bright showing some areas of attractive dark tarnish along the edges. The barrel shows Colt's New York address and all markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish showing some very mild edge wear and a few scattered minor dings. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very attractive 1862 Police with some fine condition from the Civil War years. (13B9833-82) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #536 (Sale Order 537 of 601)

serial #221319, .31 cal, 5" octagon barrel with a fair moderately oxidized bore showing good rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1862-made revolver retains about 40-45% original bright blue flaking to gray-brown patina and showing a few tiny pinprick pits and some overall old dings, a few a bit more moderate along the right side. The six-shot cylinder has mostly toned to pleasant plum-brown patina showing a few scattered light dings and generous flakes of bright blue. The nipples are more modern replacements and the stagecoach cylinder scene remains almost entirely intact and very strong. The loading lever has mostly toned to a mild gray-brown showing some vibrant colors in the protected interior areas while the frame and hammer show some scattered fine pinprick pitting, toning to mild gray-brown and generous vibrant colors overall, quite strong along the right side. A number of the screw heads, the trigger and bottom surface of the wedge show good fire blue and the New York barrel address and other markings remain crisp and clear. The backstrap and triggerguard retain about 30% silver finish mostly present in the protected areas around the triggerguard that is taking on a lovely dark tarnish, the remaining surfaces are a mild goldenrod patina showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some scattered light flaking, some light dings and minor handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very handsome 1849 Pocket revolver for the Colt collector. (13B9833-65) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Scarce U.S. Model 1847 Artillery Percussion Musketoon

Lot #537 (Sale Order 538 of 601)

.69 cal, 26" barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered areas of old pitting and oxidation. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a deep gunmetal patina showing some scattered areas of mild brown undertones and some mostly smoothed-over old pitting here and there. The breech shows a softened "V / P" proof and the lockplate retains strong markings with "(Federal Eagle) / US" in the center and "SPRING / FIELD / 1854" at the rear. The buttplate tang also shows proper "US" marking. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a little bit of older added finish along with a few shallow chips and thin crack near the rear lock screw, a few missing slivers along the ramrod channel, overall light dings from the years and otherwise very good metal-to-wood fit. There is a faint sub-inspector stamp visible behind the triggerguard tang and the right side butt has the words "EVER / MINE / DEAR" and "DONNAS" very lightly scratched. This example is not equipped with a bayonet stud, the proper trumpet-shaped ramrod and sling swivels are intact and the lock functions crisply. A solid example of these low-production U.S. musketoons. (13B9833-45) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

Smith Civil War Percussion Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot #538 (Sale Order 539 of 601)

serial #21730, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright bore showing a couple tiny pits nearer the muzzle and otherwise excellent with crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this carbine retains about 85-90% original thinning blue toning to a mild gray-brown patina showing a few areas of light pitting nearer the muzzle along with some scattered light handling marks. The action retains generous smoky case-hardened colors throughout toning to a mild gray patina with some vibrant wisps here and there. The triggerguard, buttstock collar and latch retain about 95% older reapplied blue showing some mild thinning and faint remnants of pinprick pitting and the saddle ring and its bar are older replacements. The barrel band has toned to a silvery case-hardened patina and the rear sight parts show good bright blue. The left barrel flat shows a crisp sub-inspector stamp and the markings along the left side action remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very fine condition showing a strong oil finish with some scattered light dings, mild scuffs and a small abrasion on the left side butt. The left side wrist retains a crisp inspector cartouche and the serialized parts are matching. Barrel lock-up shows a little bit of side-to-side play and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. (13B9833-6) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Fine Providence Tool Co. Peabody Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #539 (Sale Order 540 of 601)

50 RF, 20" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 96-97% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and a few tiny dings. The action, lockplate and buttplate retain a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing some very mild muting to pewter along the lockplate and lever along with a few small factory imperfections in the metal. The barrel band is a silvery pewter patina, most of the screw heads and the rear sight assembly retain fine brilliant fire blue and the left side action shows strong maker-markings. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original oil finish showing a few mild abrasions near the buttplate, a few light dings and minor handling marks. Metal-to-wood fit remains excellent and the stock shows a crisp "WC" factory inspector cartouche on the left side wrist and a likely later-applied "U.S." on the left side near the heel. All original hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine Peabody carbine that appears to have seen very little to no use. (13C9896-157) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Excellent Heckler & Koch SL8-1 Semi-Auto Rifle

Lot #540 (Sale Order 541 of 601)

serial #48-004612, 223 Rem, 20'' chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. This very desirable rifle was manufactured in 1999 and the free-floating bull barrel retains 99% original gray Parkerized finish while the modular smooth gray polymer thumbhole stock and forend rate excellent with a few scattered light handling marks the most noticeable of which is a 1 1/4'' fine scratch on the right side of the forend by the barrel. Based upon the G36, the standard issue rifle of the German Bundeswehr, the HK SL8-1 is known for its excellent accuracy and is equipped with an ambidextrous charging handle that doubles as a forward assist, paddle magazine release, an adjustable cheekpiece and buttstock with adjustable length of pull, and a full-length polymer optics rail topped by the original factory sights. Three factory translucent smoke-colored 10-round magazines are included with two still in their original packaging along with a photocopy of the original manual and the action appears to function well mechanically. An uncommon and excellent quality futuristic-looking rifle in its own right, this HK SL8-1 also makes a wonderful starting point for a custom G36 build. (23B9787-8) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

Heckler & Koch Pre-Ban 94-A3 Semi-Auto Carbine

Lot #541 (Sale Order 542 of 601)

serial #43-13940, 9mm, 16 1/2'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1987 date-coded West German-manufactured carbine retain about 97% original black enamel finish with minor silvering beneath the claw mount and on the front and rear sling attachment points, some very light muzzle, high edge, and bearing surface wear and a few scattered light handling marks overall. The textured black polymer buttplate on the A3 retractable stock rates excellent while the pistolgrip with thumb rest rates very good with some light impact marks around the bottom edge. The right side of the magazine well is stamped ''Made in W-Germany / HK Chantilly Va.'' while the left side shows ''Cal. 9mm x 19''. This excellent condition carbine is equipped with an un-marked aluminum quad rail forend and MFI-brand claw mount, the original diopter sights and sling attachment points are intact, the stock locks open very solidly and the action appears to function well mechanically. While no magazine is included, they remain readily available as the HK 94 is the semi-automatic carbine-version of the ubiquitous HK MP5. (23B9796-6) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

Excellent Russian Saiga SGL 31 Semi-Auto Rifle by Izhevsk

Lot #542 (Sale Order 543 of 601)

serial #L09892613, 5.45x39mm, 16 1/4'' chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. Banned since 2014, Russian SGL 31 rifles as formerly imported by Arsenal of Las Vegas, NV are widely considered the highest quality AK-74 style rifles available in the U.S. This fine example retains 99% original paint over Parkerized finish with some very light handling marks around the magazine well and some scattered light silvering on the high edges and wear points. The checkered black polymer pistolgrip, handguards and desirable AK 100-series left side folding buttstock rate excellent plus. The bolt and bolt carrier are numbered to the gun, the barrel trunnion is properly marked with the Izhevsk arsenal symbol and the left side of the receiver displays ''SAIGA / 5,45x39'' and ''LEGION IZHEVSK RUSSIA ARSENAL LAS VEGAS NV USA''. The buttstock displays rock-solid lock up in both the open and closed positions and the rifle is equipped with the original Arsenal US-marked AK-74 type muzzle brake, correct 1000 meter rear sight, perfectly-centered protected front sight post, left side optics mount, cleaning rod, and bayonet and accessory lugs. Also included is the original Izhevsk-marked black polymer 10-round magazine along with a Russian olive drab cotton canvas sling in excellent condition, the original factory box, manual with Russian acceptance certificate, factory test target showing three shots in one ragged hole in the dead center of the target, and paperwork. SGL-31 rifles are sadly never coming back making this excellent example highly collectable beyond being really fun to shoot. (23A9830-3) {MODERN} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (2000/3000)

U.S. Model 1866 Second Model Allin Conversion Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot #543 (Sale Order 544 of 601)

50-70, 36 5/8'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a small area of light oxidation near the muzzle. The ''National Armory bright'' barrel and mountings rate excellent as lightly cleaned with some softened pinprick pitting around the chamber and on the triggerguard, some scattered very light handling marks and a few small areas of faint freckling discernable under bright light. The low-arch breech block hinge and thumbpiece retain about 98% original oil-quenched blackening with slight high edge wear and a couple tiny spots of staining, while the hammer and lockplate are a mottled gray case-hardened patina with some minor staining. The breech of the barrel displays the remnants of the original date with a clear ''65'' on the top and eagle head proof on the left quarter flat and the breechblock is marked ''1865 / (eagle head)''. The lockplate is stamped with a Federal Eagle along with ''U.S. / SPRINGFIELD'' ahead of the hammer and dated ''1865'' to the rear. The smooth American black walnut straight grip stock rates very good plus to near fine as lightly cleaned long ago showing only slightly softened edges around the stock flats, a small chip in the left edge of the cleaning rod channel and just a few scattered light handling marks from the years while the left stock flat retains the remnants of a couple inspection cartouches. The sling swivels and original sights are intact with the rear sight displaying modest amounts of original blue, a correct cupped and slotted-head cleaning rod with threaded end is stowed beneath the barrel and the lock remains crisp and strong. A very nice example of these important arms. (23A9833-11) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by James Mulholland

Lot #544 (Sale Order 545 of 601)

.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. According to Reilly's United States Military Small Arms 1816-1865 page 80, Mulholland contract Model 1861 rifle-muskets are unique for being the only ones ''whose specific name and place of manufacture do not appear on the lockplates.'' Mulholland of Reading, PA subcontracted with Parker, Snow, Brooks & Company to produce the rifle-muskets for his contract of which only 5,502 stands of arms were ultimately delivered to the Federal government. The metal surfaces have mellowed to bright silver as lightly cleaned long ago with some softened fine pitting around the area of percussion and a few small areas of softened pinprick pitting along the barrel, there are some spots of light oxidation on the US-marked buttplate and speckles of the same scattered overall. The top of the breech is dated ''1863'' while the left quarter flat display a crisp ''V / P / (eagle head)'' proof mark and the left flat a ''P''. The lockplate is also dated ''1863'' which denotes this rifle is part of the Mulholland contract and is further marked with a ''(Federal Eagle) / U.S.'' ahead of the hammer and ''PARKERS' SNOW & CO. / MERIDEN, CONN.'' below the bolster. The smooth walnut straight grip stock rates perhaps good as lightly cleaned with a later added finish, a number of extensive well-repaired cracks around the lockplate and left stock flat and the scattered minor dings and handling marks typical of an issued Civil War arm. The stock features two slightly softened boxed inspector's cartouches on the left flat. The rifle-musket is equipped with the original sling swivels and sights including the Model 1861 rear sight, a correct cupped tulip-head ramrod with threaded end is included and the action remains strong. An uncommon variant of the Model 1861 sure to excite the Civil War martial arms enthusiast. (23A9882-3) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1841 Percussion Contract Rifle by Robbins & Lawrence

Lot #545 (Sale Order 546 of 601)

.54 cal. worn to .58 cal., 33'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel of this ''Mississippi'' rifle is a mottled dull gray-brown patina as cleaned with an area of moderate pitting between and just forward of the double bands along with scattered spots of lighter pitting and old light oxidation staining overall. The case-hardened lockplate and hammer display a brown patina with some faint pitting on the hammer while the brass mounting for which this rifle is famous have aged to a lightly tarnished mustard hue. The lockplate is properly marked ''ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / U.S.'' ahead of the hammer and ''WINDSOR VT. / 1849'' to the rear. The breech of the barrel is stamped ''US'' along with the inspector's initials ''JAG'' and ''P'' proof. The smooth American black walnut straight grip stock rates good with a 3/4'' spot of wood erosion behind the flash shield, a narrow filled repair around the rear of the lockplate, a short hairline crack behind the upper tang, and some scattered minor dings and handling marks, the more noticeable of which are two 2'' parallel scratches on the left side of the comb. The stock features the remnants of two inspector's cartouches on the left flat. The rifle is equipped with a functioning patch box, intact sling swivels, brass-tipped cupped trumpet-head ramrod, brass front sight blade, fixed ''V'' notch rear sight, and while strong and crisp, the half-cock notch is worn. Included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the history and particulars of this model of rifle. Historically significant as the first regulation percussion rifle issued to the U.S. military, this particular example has clearly seen its share of action. (23A9739-8) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Lot #546 (Sale Order 547 of 601)

.79 cal., 39'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel and lock of this original flint musket have aged to a mostly brown and dark gray patina with softened pitting around the breech and muzzle from a previous cleaning, along with a few light handling marks along the barrel. The brass mountings display a dark ochre patina with some areas of minor tarnishing and a few minor handling marks from the years. The lockplate is marked ''TOWER'' behind the cock and displays a clear ''(crown) / GR'' Royal Cypher ahead and a ''(crown) / (broad arrow)'' beneath the pan. The breech and tang of the barrel display slightly softened British martial proofs and view marks. The smooth walnut straight grip stock rates about very good with a light coat of later added finish, a small repaired chip beneath the sideplate, a small chip ahead of the lockplate, a short crack behind the lockplate and ahead of the rear lockplate screw, and the minor small dings and handling marks to be expected of a musket that may have served under Wellington. ''RMP'' is carved into the left side of the buttstock and what appears to be an upside-down ''JMP'' on the right side. The stock features a strong ''(broad arrow) / BO'' Board of Ordnance mark on the left side of the buttstock, two inspectors' marks are behind the triggerguard and one is in the ramrod channel. The sling swivels are intact, the bottom of the ramrod has been sharpened into a point, the action is strong and crisp and included is a nicely made wooden plaque with brass plate engraved with the history and particulars of the Brown Bess. A very nice India Pattern musket which may have served in any number of exotic locations around the world. (23A9739-7) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket with 7th Regiment of Foot Markings

Lot #547 (Sale Order 548 of 601)

.79 cal., 39'' barrel with a mostly bright fine bore showing a couple small areas of light pitting and light oxidation. The barrel has aged to a gunmetal gray patina as lightly cleaned with scattered areas of softened light pitting and faint oxidation freckling overall along with a few minor handling marks towards the muzzle. There is a small vise ''bite'' mark on the top and each side of the breech, the mark on the right hidden by the lockplate. The touchhole has been very nicely welded, redrilled and polished smooth, yet fits perfectly, the back of the lockplate displaying a crisp ''(crown) / 26'' Ordnance inspector's mark along with ''TB & Co.'' marker's mark. The lock is mostly bright as lightly cleaned with scattered areas of softened light pitting and some small areas of light oxidation staining. The ''WE'' of the lockplate's ''TOWER'' marking has been partially obscured by the cleaning, as is the bottom portion of the crown of the ''(crown) / GR'' Royal Cypher ahead of the cock, while the ''(crown) / (broad arrow)'' beneath the pan is crisp. The British martial proofs and view marks on the breech of the barrel are clear. The brass mountings are a mellow ochre patina with a few light handling marks from military service with the tang of the buttplate marked ''499 / RF / L'' to denote Company L of the Royal Fusiliers. The smooth walnut straight grip stock rates very good plus to perhaps fine for its age with much of its old oil finish and crisp comb flutes and edges around the upper tang. There is a 1'' minor dent in the left side of the buttstock, the buttplate is a little proud at the toe and there are the typical scattered light handling marks. There are no cartouches on the stock while the iron ramrod with threaded end is stamped ''62'' and ''450 L'' behind the head. The sling swivels are intact and the action is very robust and crisp. A very fine India Pattern Brown Bess that served with the famous Royal Fusiliers. The Royal Fusiliers were created in 1685 and equipped with state-of-the-art flintlocks rather than the typical matchlocks of the day as their job was to guard the Royal Train of Ordnance along with its kegs of gunpowder. The Royal Fusiliers served during the War of the Spanish Succession, were numbered the 7th Regiment of Foot in 1751, and were present at many of the most famous battles of the American Revolutionary War. This particular musket is the correct model to have seen action under the Duke of Wellington in Portugal and Spain during the Napoleonic Wars as the Royal Fusiliers were present for many of his most famous victories. They also fought at the Battle of New Orleans at the end of the War of 1812. (23B9833-50) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by James Mulholland

Lot #548 (Sale Order 549 of 601)

.58 cal., 40'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. James Mulholland of Reading, PA subcontracted with Parker, Snow, Brooks & Company to manufacture rifle-muskets for his contract with the Federal government. Mulholland's Model 1861s are, according to author Robert. M. Reilly, unique for being the only ones ''whose specific name and place of manufacture do not appear on the lockplates.'' The metal surfaces display an even gray patina as cleaned with some scattered areas of softened light pitting, particularly around the breech, a few light handling marks along the barrel and some very faint oxidation freckling scattered throughout. The left quarter flat of the breech is proof marked with a ''V / P / (eagle head)'' and the top of the breech is dated 1863. The lockplate is stamped with a slightly softened ''(Federal Eagle) / U.S.'' ahead of the hammer, ''PARKERS' SNOW & CO. / MERIDEN, CONN.'' below the bolster, and most importantly, dated ''1863'' behind the hammer indicating that this is one of Mulholland's contact rifle-muskets. The smooth American black walnut straight grip stock rates very good as lightly cleaned with perhaps a touch of later added finish, a 1 1/4'' repaired crack in the left side of the ramrod channel behind the forend cap and the typical scattered light dings and handling marks to be expected of a Civil War shoulder arm. The faint remnants of an inspector's cartouche can be seen on the left stock flat. The sling swivels and original Model 1861 rear sight are intact, a short blade has been added to the original front sight bade/bayonet lug and a correct cupped tulip-head ramrod with retaining swell and threaded end is included. Only about 5,500 of the 25,000 contracted rifle-muskets were ultimately delivered by Mulholland and the action of this very good example remains crisp and strong. (23A9882-6) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1795 Flintlock Musket by Springfield Armory

Lot #549 (Sale Order 550 of 601)

.69 cal., 44 5/8'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this Type III original flint musket manufactured in 1812 are toning to a brown patina with light pitting on the lock and around the breech, and pinprick pitting and old light oxidation overall. The brass front sight blade has aged to a tarnished brown mustard patina. The buttplate tang and rear of the lockplate are dated ''1812'' while the lockplate is properly marked with ''US / (spread eagle) / SPRINGFIELD'' ahead of the cock and the breech of the barrel shows a softened ''US'' on the top and a strong ''P / (eagle head) / V'' proof mark. The smooth black walnut stock rates perhaps good for a 208 year old musket that likely saw action in the War of 1812 with moderate scorching behind the pan, a few scattered cracks around the action with one rather lengthy one behind the lockplate, a lengthy drying crack in the right side of the buttstock, and various other signs of military service. A softened ''US'' final acceptance stamp is discernable on the left stock flat while ''SJ'' inspection initials are visible behind the triggerguard. The top jaw screw is an old replacement and the forward lock screw is rather long, the sling swivels and bayonet lug are intact, a correct button-head ramrod with threaded end is included and the lock is crisp and robust. The Model 1795 musket is of great historical importance as the first regulation arm produced at a national armory. (23A9909-3) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #550 (Sale Order 551 of 601)

serial #UBV8670, 22 LR, 5 1/2" heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This gun shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue finish with a few minor handling marks. The checkered laminated walnut factory grips feature ambidextrous finger rest and rate excellent with minor handling wear. The pistol features the original factory Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight and has a Weaver style base mounted on the barrel ready for an optic of your choice. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, (4) factory magazines, Kleen-Bore cleaning rod, fired case, screwdriver, cable lock and manual. A great package ready for the Bullseye range. (8A9830-69) {MODERN} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand

Lot #551 (Sale Order 552 of 601)

serial #1509889, 45 ACP, 5" correct Colt barrel with a lightly frosted and pitted bore. This 1943-manufactured pistol retains about 95% arsenal quality reapplied Parkerized finish showing light to moderate high edge wear, slight thinning on the grip frame plus assembly and handling marks. The controls and hammer have dull-blue finish. The diamond checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips have the correct reinforcing ribs, reinforced screw holes and rate excellent showing a few handling marks. All parts appear correct for period of manufacture, Colonel Frank J. Atwood's inspection mark is crisp, the ordnance wheel is visible but thin and gun appears to function mechanically. The pistol includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded base. A nice example of a Remington made Model 1911A1. (8A9834-8) {C&R} (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #552 (Sale Order 553 of 601)

serial #159452, 45 ACP, 5" Colt barrel with light frosting and pinprick pitting in the grooves of the bore. This old war horse retains about 60-65% original "Army Black" finish, the frontstrap toned to gray, the other surfaces a mix of brown, fading blue and gray showing handling marks and light oxidation. The double diamond walnut factory grips rate about good to very good with light to moderate diamond point wear and handling marks. The parts on the gun are correct for the period of manufacture and Major Gilbert H. Stewart's inspection stamp remains crisp as are the factory markings. The pistol includes a single two-tone Colt magazine with pinned flat floorplate showing scattered handling marks, oxidation stains and a small dent on the left side. A nice honest example of a Model 1911. (8A9830-60) {C&R} [Dr. William C. Nugent Collection] (1500/2000)

Smith & Wesson 38/44 Heavy Duty Hand Ejector Revolver

Lot #553 (Sale Order 554 of 601)

serial #60706, 38 Special, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. This excellent pre-war 38/44 revolver retains about 95-96% original blue, the grip frame is toning to brown in addition to high edge wear, slight thinning on the topstrap, limited freckling and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The un-numbered replacement diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent. All appropriate parts on the revolver are correctly numbered to the gun and timing and lock up remain excellent. The gun has seen some honest use but remains in excellent condition overall. (8A9794-24) {C&R} (1000/1500)

U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt

Lot #554 (Sale Order 555 of 601)

serial #178652, 45 ACP, 5" WWII Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This 1917-manufactured pistol has been professionally refurbished and retains about 99% nicely reapplied blue showing scant toning on the edges of the muzzle and the occasional minor handling marks. The grips are somewhat rudimentary ad-hoc smooth walnut replacements that rate about very good showing light handling marks. The pistol has the correct parts, except the aforementioned barrel, for the period of production with most markings still strong to sometimes crisp including Major Gilbert S. Stewart's final acceptance mark. It includes a WWII era Risdon Manufacturing Company marked magazine with welded baseplate. This should make a nice addition for the budding collector. (8A9791-2) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #555 (Sale Order 556 of 601)

serial #42138, 9mm, 4 3/4" barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol that features fixed sights and no shoulder stock slot. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original blue finish with most of the loss to toning on the top of the slide, edge wear and sporadic handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent with minor handling wear. This pistol also features the thumb print, ring hammer, internal extractor, magazine safety and Belgian proofs. The pistol includes a West German Police flap holster by Geco that is numbered to the gun. The leading edge of the holster has a magazine pouch sewn-in and a "lifting" strap threaded through the inside of the holster. The holster rates excellent with strong seams and light handling wear. It also includes a pair of unmarked blue finished magazines with solid push button floorplates, one has blue finish the other floorplate is black enamel. A very fine example of these iconic pistols. (8A9790-19) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German Army-Marked Walther PP Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot #556 (Sale Order 557 of 601)

serial #359115p, 32 ACP, 3 7/8" barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely milled finish Model PP remains in great condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original wartime blue on a milled or rough surface with light edge wear, mostly at the muzzle. The checkered synthetic factory grips with Walther banner rate excellent. This pistol has Nazi "[eagle]/N" proof marks on the slide and two places on the barrel and "[eagle] / WaA359" Waffenamt marks on the frame and slide that remain crisp. Other features include a 60-degree slide mounted safety/decocker, frame mounted magazine release and the slide is correctly numbered to the frame. It includes a single Walther marked magazine with finger extension floorplate. A fine example a wartime Model PP showing minimal wear or use. (8A9896-4) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Custom German P.35 (p) Radom Semi-Auto Pistol by Steyr

Lot #557 (Sale Order 558 of 601)

serial #E8661, 9mm, 4 3/4" barrel with an about very good bore showing evident rifling with scattered spots of light pitting. The metal surfaces on this Type II three lever non-slotted pistol show full coverage custom scroll and punch-dot engraving retaining 95% added blue finish applied at the time of engraving, loss due to scattered flaking to gray primarily along the top and bottom of slide and on the gripstraps. There is light operational wear on the sides of the grip safety and remnants of cleaned pitting on either side of the rib more so toward the muzzle. The barrel, hammer and trigger have a jeweled finish over remnants of light freckling and oxidation. The black checkered "FB / VIS" grips appear original and remain very good plus showing light wear. The slide, frame, barrel and mainspring housing are numbered alike and the barrel lug is "E/623" marked, the remaining serialized and Waffenamt marks lost to polishing. Included is a lightly faded phosphate magazine with what appears to be an inverted "F" at the base of the spine. An interesting variant for the collector of WWII pistols completing his battery of occupied Axis firearms. (5C9837-6) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

Mauser Model 66S Safari Big Game Rifle Two Barrel Set

Lot #558 (Sale Order 559 of 601)

serial #G34830/SG46481, 458 Win Mag & 7mm Rem Mag, 26 1/2" barrels both with excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue with areas toning to a rich plum and others flaking to brown and mixing with areas of speckled light surface oxidation and fine pitting. The bolt is electric pencil marked to the 458 Win Mag barrel (barrel numbered G34830) and has a small amount of flaking and loss on the bolt handle knob. Additionally there are a few light handling and tool marks scattered about. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock rates excellent and has a few small dings and other light handling marks. The stock features a rosewood forend tip and gripcap and has a White Line ventilated recoil pad. The gripcap has a tarnished silver oval monogram plate in center with the initials ''CMJ''. The second barrel is numbered ''SG46481'' and includes a B.Nickel 1.5-6X42 riflescope. The scope features a 4 Plex reticle with excellent optics and is mounted via a set of claw mounts, which are found on both sets of barrels. Both barrels are equipped with a set of factory sights, the 458 Win Mag barrel has a front sight hood. A set of sling swivels are also included. The barrels are easily interchangeable by removing only two mounting screws. This is a near excellent example of these classic Mauser sporting rifles that were developed in the mid 1960's and is chambered with two popular calibers that are capable of harvesting most any large game animal in the world. (4A9722-4) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by Harrington & Richardson

Lot #559 (Sale Order 560 of 601)

serial #5506303, 30-06, 24'' 7-54 dated HRA barrel with a bright near excellent bore with traces of light frosting. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original green parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a light wear mark on the barrel just ahead of the rear gas ring, and some scattered light oxidation staining; the steel buttplate is partially bright and has scattered specks of oxidation staining. The walnut stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an about 4'' crack in the rear handguard at the top, and scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock is marked with a faded but still legible DoD acceptance stamp on the left side below the rear of the receiver, and a partially faded circled ''P'' proof inside the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisply stamped, and all marked parts are of Harrington & Richardson manufacture, with exception of the hammer which is ''-5 SA''; this is correct for the rifle as early HRA rifles sometimes had a few Springfield Armory parts, such as hammers. The rifle features a stamped triggerguard, 2-slot gas plug, and T105 rear sight drums. Included with the rifle is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity that is serialized and matching to the rifle, dated May 13, 1999. (14A9807-283) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. M1 Carbine by Winchester

Lot #560 (Sale Order 561 of 601)

serial #1062067, 30 Carbine, 18'' Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original parkerized finish which is toned to a light gray with some light wear on the high edges and contact points, scattered light oxidation and oxidation staining, and a few light handling marks; the flat-type bolt retains about 95% original blue with light operational wear. The high-wood walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in near excellent condition with a few scattered light handling marks and features an ''I'' sling cut. The stock is stamped with a crisp circled ''P'' proof on the underside of the pistolgrip, and the right side of the buttstock is marked with a partially faded boxed ''WRA / GHD'' inspector's cartouche next to a mostly crisp Ordnance Wheel. The receiver markings remain crisply stamped, the ''W'' and Winchester proof on the barrel are crisp, and all marked parts appear to be Winchester manufactured. The carbine is sighted with the winged blade front sight and early flip-up ''L'' rear aperture sight, and features a push button safety and Type 1 barrel band. Included with the carbine is a single ''UW'' marked 15-round magazine in excellent condition, as well as a green canvas sling and oiler. A fine example of an all parts matching Winchester M1 carbine. (14A9807-295) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

U.S. M1 Carbine by National Postal Meter

Lot #561 (Sale Order 562 of 601)

serial #4262930, 30 Carbine, 18'' Marlin barrel with a bright near excellent bore with scattered pinprick pits. The metal surfaces retain about 90% thinning original parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few scattered specks of oxidation, and a few light handling marks. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in near excellent condition as lightly cleaned with scattered old light handling marks, a few light scuffs on the left side of the handguard and forend from the sling, and a strong arsenal oil finish. The right side of the buttstock shows a crisp boxed ''NPM / FJA'' inspector's cartouche next to a crisp Ordnance Wheel, the sling cut in the stock is crisply marked ''TRIMBLE / TN'', and the underside of the 2-rivet handguard is marked ''TN''. The receiver ring markings remain crisp, as does the serial number, and the ''NATIONAL POSTAL METER'' marking has softened lightly. The ''MARLIN'' marking on the barrel is light and partially faded, and the majority of the marked parts are National Postal Meter manufactured. The Type III hammer is marked ''HI''; having some mixed parts is correct for these carbines, as National Postal Meter only consistently manufactured the bolt, slide, receiver, and trigger housing. The carbine features the early flip-up ''L'' rear aperture sight, Type I barrel band, and a push button safety. Included with the carbine is a ''UN'' marked 15-round magazine, canvas sling, and oiler. An attractive National Postal Meter carbine that appears to be all correct. (14B9807-291) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1200/1800)

U.S. M1 Carbine by Quality Hardware

Lot #562 (Sale Order 563 of 601)

serial #1928013, 30 Carbine, 18'' Rock-Ola barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original gray-green parkerized finish with very light wear on the high edges and contact points, scattered specks of light oxidation and light oxidation staining, and a few light handling marks; the flat bolt retains about 95% blue finish with light operational wear. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an old abrasion on the pistolgrip, old light abrasions at the stock tip, a small chip at the rear corner of the receiver, a light scuff mark behind the barrel band from the sling, and a few light handling marks. The buttstock is stamped with a crisp Ordnance Wheel on the right, and the sling cut is crisply stamped ''Q-RMC''; the underside of the 2-rivet handguard is also marked ''Q-RMC''. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisply stamped, and all marked parts are of Quality Hardware manufacture. The carbine features a push button safety, Type I barrel band, milled Type I front sight, and the early flip up ''L'' aperture rear sight. Included with the carbine is a ''U'' marked 15-round magazine, canvas sling, and oiler. A fine example of an all matching Quality Hardware M1 Carbine. (14A9087-296) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1000/1500)

U.S. M1 Carbine by Saginaw

Lot #563 (Sale Order 564 of 601)

serial #1836894, 30 Carbine, 18'' 8-43 dated Buffalo Arms barrel with a bright near excellent bore with scattered hints of light frosting. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original parkerized finish with light wear on the contact points and high edges, scattered specks of light oxidation, and a few light handling marks; the bolt retains about 95% original blue finish. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in very good condition with light wear at the toe, a light ding on the comb, light wear near the forend tip from the sling, and scattered light handling marks consistent with use. The stock is marked with a crisp boxed ''S'G''' below a crisp Ordnance Wheel, and the sling cut of the stock is marked ''RSG''; the underside of the 2-rivet handguard is marked ''RSG''. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisply stamped and the majority of marked parts are of Saginaw manufacture, with the mark on the right side of the rear sight base illegible due to some light dings (and the ''L'' shaped aperture is properly Saginaw manufactured), the magazine catch is ''IP-W'' marked but correct for Saginaw, and the operating slide is ''IP'' marked. The carbine features a flat bolt, push button safety, Type I barrel band, milled Type I front sight, and the ''L'' flip-up aperture sight. Included with the carbine is a ''KSG'' marked 15-round magazine, canvas sling in very good condition with some light fraying, and an oiler. A largely correct example of the M1 Carbine manufactured by Saginaw at its Grand Rapids location. (14A9807-288) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1000/1500)

U.S. M1 Carbine by Winchester

Lot #564 (Sale Order 565 of 601)

serial #7236648, 30 Carbine, 18'' Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original fading parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, thinning along the barrel, and a few light handling marks; the round bolt retains about 90% original blue with light operational wear. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with a small filler repair at the edge of the pistolgrip, some light chipping at the ends of the oval sling cut, and scattered light handling marks. The stock is marked with a partially faded Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the buttstock, ''W'' in the sling cut on the left side, and the 4-rivet handguard is stamped ''W'' on the underside. The receiver markings remain crisp, the barrel lacks the ''W'' mark but a light Winchester proof mark is visible, and the remaining marked parts are of Winchester manufacture with exception of the rotary safety, which is ''J.A.O.'' marked. Included with the carbine is a ''SW'' marked 15-round magazine, green canvas sling, and oiler. An attractive almost all matching late WWII Winchester M1 carbine. (14A9807-292) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

German G33/40 Bolt Action Carbine by Waffenwerke Brunn

Lot #565 (Sale Order 566 of 601)

Description Update 11/17/2020: Bolt numbered "7164b", correct bolt otherwise

serial #4347d, 8mm Mauser, 19 1/4'' barrel with a very good bore with light oxidation and pitting throughout but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of the dot-coded 1942-dated carbine have a gunmetal gray patina with evidence of light oxidation staining, generous remnants of original blue in the protected areas with concentrations on the rear receiver bridge, a few spots of light pinprick pitting, and light wear on the high edges and contact points; the cupped steel buttplate retains strong blue along the right outer edge fading into dark remnants as it loops up to the left with the remaining surface cleaned to bright with oxidation staining, and the sheet steel protecting plate shows light oxidation staining. The laminated stock is in very good condition with light dings and handling marks consistent with use throughout, the concentration of which are between the toe and pistolgrip. The receiver code and date remain crisply stamped, as do the firing proof and serial number on the right side of the receiver ring, a small ''(eagle) / 63'' proof is marked above the dot-code, and the left side of the receiver is crisply ''G.33/40'' marked. The bolt handle is marked with a soft Eagle proof on top and ''6 N'' on the underside, and does not appear serialized. The rear sight is graduated from 100 to 1000 yards and the increments remain clearly marked, and the metal front sight hood remains intact. Included with the carbine is a black leather sling and cleaning rod. The carbine appears to function well mechanically. A solid example of these desirable carbines. (14A9834-14) {C&R} (1000/1500)

U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by International Harvester

Lot #566 (Sale Order 567 of 601)

serial #4562489, 30-06, 24'' 5-53 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% arsenal reapplied green-gray parkerized finish with a few specks of light oxidation, such as on the charging handle, and a few touches of light operational wear on the bolt and contact points. The walnut stock is in excellent condition as lightly cleaned with a shallow old 3/4'' chip on the right side of the forend by the stock ferrule, and a few old light impact and handling marks. The stock is marked with a mostly crisp DoD acceptance stamp on the left side of the stock below the receiver, and a crisp circled ''P'' proof on the inside of the pistolgrip; the interior barrel channel is crisply stamped ''1454''. The ''postage stamp'' style receiver markings are slightly softened but still easily legible, the barrel markings remain crisp, and all marked parts are ''IHC'' marked for International Harvester manufacture, with exception of the barrel which is correctly manufactured by Line Material Corp who was subcontracted to produce barrels for the International Harvester rifles. The rifle features T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas plug. Included with the rifle is a military-style leather sling in very good condition, and an M10 combination tool and cleaning kit stored in the trapdoor in the butt. A fine example of an International Harvester M1 Garand that appears to be all matching. (14A9840-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Mauser Standard Modell Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #567 (Sale Order 568 of 601)

serial #B40934, 8mm Mauser, 23 1/2'' barrel with a very good bore with very light frosting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue finish with some light wear on the high edges and contact points, light speckled oxidation on the barrel and rear sight, light oxidation staining on the barrel bands and front sight, a few light handling marks, and a small spot of thinning on the barrel and a hint of toning to plum on the receiver ring; the forward barrel band and bayonet lug appear to have been reblued. The bolt has been cleaned to bright. The European hardwood stock is in excellent condition with a few scattered old handling marks; the stock appears to be unmarked. The top of the receiver is marked with a crisp Mauser banner and is undated, the left side bearing four clear ''(Crown) / BUGN'' proofs and ''STANDARD-MODELL'', and the barrel, bolt, triggerguard, floorplate, and rear sight leaf are numbered to the rifle; the majority of these markings are highlighted in white paint. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight graduated from 100 to 2000 meters, the elevation adjustment for which functions smoothly, the follower does not have the bolt hold-open feature found on the K98k, and the rifle features slings swivels on the bottom of the lower barrel band and behind the pistolgrip. Included with the rifle is a detachable muzzle cover, numbered to a different rifle, and a cleaning rod which has been previously lightly cleaned. A fine example of these rifles which were produced for both service and commercial sale. (14A9834-10) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Scarce Dual Coded German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Gustloff Werke/Mauser Borsigwalde

Lot #568 (Sale Order 569 of 601)

serial #5175c, 8mm, 24'' barrel with an about very good frosted bore with evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''bcd/ar'' coded and 1942-dated rifle retain about 98% arsenal reapplied blue finish with fine surface oxidation on the last 5 1/2'' of barrel at the muzzle, light freckling on the receiver ring, some pinprick to light pitting beneath the finish on the bolt handle. The laminated hardwood stock is in near excellent condition as cleaned with an arsenal quality repair about 1'' above the toe, a small lamination crack at the toe and at the front of the magazine floorplate, and an old light handling mark or two. The stock is largely unmarked with only a soft ''W'' marked behind the triggerguard, a ''0'' stamped at the bottom of the pistolgrip, and the underside of the handguard renumbered to match the rifle; the flat buttplate has been cleaned to bright and is unmarked. The receiver marking remain crisp with only the ''26'' waffenamt on top of the receiver ring being partially obscured, and the barrel is manufacture coded ''ar / -4-'' and ''41cyw'' with a crisp ''26'' waffenamt. The bolt assembly, rear sight assembly, triggerguard, magazine floorplate, and upper barrel band are serialized and matching to the rifle, and the lower barrel band is numbered to a different rifle and marked with a ''655'' waffenamt. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. A solid reworked example of these uncommon double coded rifles. (14A9736-61) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Gustloff Werke

Lot #569 (Sale Order 570 of 601)

serial #1765t, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a few scattered pinprick pits. The metal surfaces of this ''bcd / 43'' coded rifle retain about 50% original blue with the barrel, rear sight base, and receiver ring a gray patina with hints of original blue on the receiver and remnants of blue in the protected areas and light overall oxidation staining. The cupped buttplate has a smoky gray patina with scattered light pitting, and the lower barrel band is reblued with scattered pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a duffle cut beneath the lower handguard and scattered remnants of light handling marks. The stock and handguard are unmarked. The receiver markings remain largely crisp and the barrel is marked with a lightly softened Eagle firing proof and an ''avk'' subcontractor mark. The bolt assembly, rear sight, upper barrel band, triggerguard, and magazine floorplate are serialized and matching to the rifle, the rear sight base is marked with a ''18'' waffenamt, and the remain parts appear to largely have the proper ''d'', ''e'', and ''1'' markings; the follower is unmarked, and the bolt shroud is ''ghn'' subcontractor marked. The lower barrel band is a stamped replacement, and is unmarked. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a front sight hood and cleaning rod. A nice piece of WWII history that would fit well in a collection. (14A9736-23) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf

Lot #570 (Sale Order 571 of 601)

serial #2984h, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good plus bore with light frosting throughout but clear rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1935-dated rifle retain about 75% arsenal blue finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points and scattered mottled thinning of the finish, with a bit of pinprick pitting on the receiver, and scattered light handling marks. The walnut stock is in about very good condition with a 3'' long repair at the toe the width of the stock, a lightly repaired duffel-cut beneath the lower barrel band, a small chip on the pistolgrip and a second on the underside of the forend, and scattered light dings and handling marks; the steel flat buttplate is proud at the toe, has been cleaned to bright, and shows numerous light dings consistent with use. The stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle, the toe line is stamped with a droop wing ''(Eagle) / WaA211'' waffenamt below the serial number, both of which have faded and are hard to discern, the right side of the stock is stamped with a small droop wing Eagle over two larger ''WaA211'' waffenamts, all of which have softened, and the buttplate is serialized and matching to the rifle. With exception of the safety, which is numbered to a different gun, all serialized parts are matching to the rifle and appears appropriately marked with ''K167'', ''S92'', and droop wing ''(Eagle) / WaA211'' waffenamts; the majority of the markings remain crisply stamped with only a few light or partially obscured proof marks. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. No cleaning rod is present, but included is a leather sling in good condition with light wear and a small tear, and an unmarked muzzle cover. An honest K98k from the year the Wehrmacht adopted them as their primary arm. (14A9736-56) {C&R} (1200/1800)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Borsigwalde with Luftwaffe Markings

Lot #571 (Sale Order 572 of 601)

serial #9753w, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''243 / 1939'' coded rifle are a gunmetal gray patina with generous remnants of blue on the barrel bands, rear sight base, and barrel by the bayonet mount, intermittent light oxidation staining, and scattered light handling marks; the receiver ring is gunmetal gray but the rest of the receiver retains about 75% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, scattered spots of light oxidation, and a spot perhaps lightly cleaned. The bolt shows moderate operational wear, light wear on the high edges, and the bolt handle and safety and are a gunmetal gray patina. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good plus condition with a few light dings, two small 1/2'' to 3/4'' cracks in the nose of the handguard, old remnants of an abrasion on the underside of the forend, and a few light impact marks. The stock is marked with a faint ''(Eagle) / L'' Luftwaffe mark on the right side, the ''L'' of which appears deeper struck, above faint ''WaA26'' and ''26'' waffenamts, the inside of the pistolgrip is marked with faint ''WaA26'' and ''26'' waffenamts, a ''P'' is stamped behind the pistolgrip, and both stock and handguard are serialized and matching to the rifle; the buttplate is marked with a small ''26'' waffenamt and is serialized to the rifle, but the digits on the toe are mostly obscured. All parts are correct serialized and marked with ''WaA26'' and ''26'' waffenamts, the majority remaining clear with some of the smaller waffenamts having softened. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a correct cleaning rod. An all-matching K98k marked for service with the German Luftwaffe. (14A9736-28) {C&R} (1200/1800)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Steyr with Capture Papers

Lot #572 (Sale Order 573 of 601)

serial #6299k, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a very good plus bore with a few spots of light oxidation and light pitting at the muzzle. The metal surfaces of this ''bnz / 44'' coded rifle retain about 75-80% original blue finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, the barrel and rear sight base are a gunmetal gray, and light oxidation staining and specks of oxidation are scattered about the surfaces. The laminated hardwood stock is in very good condition with a small crack behind the bolt stop, a 3/4'' crack in the nose of the handguard, an about 1'' drying crack at the edge of recoil lug on the left side, and scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttstock is marked with a light ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer mark on the right, and the stock and handguard are internally numbered to the rifle. The receiver is marked with a near illegible ''623'' waffenamt on the right side instead of the ''77'' waffenamt, the ''Mod. 98'' marked on the left side of the receiver is partially obscured, and the coding remains crisply stamped, the barrel is correctly marked and is crisply stamped ''bnz / 1'' within a shield, the rear sight is numbered to the rifle but marked ''WaA77'' on the base instead of ''WaA623'', the follower is ''lxr'' marked, both barrel bands are numbered to the rifle, the triggerguard is correctly marked ''byf'' and with a ''135'' waffenamt but the floorplate is only numbered to the rifle; the bolt assembly is correctly marked with a few lightly struck or softened digits. The rifle retains the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle are original capture papers from Pfc. Raymond Peurifoy dated ''16 March 45'', a photocopy of Pfc. Peurifoy's Honorable Discharge papers dated 16 January 1946 listing his service with the 359th Infantry and presence at Normandy, Northern France, the Ardennes, the Rhineland, and Central Europe, photocopies of additional capture papers for assorted war materials, and a photograph of piled German rifles from which Pfc. Peurifoy retrieved this rifle. An honest late war Steyr rifle captured by an American soldier. (14B9736-7) {C&R} (1500/2000)

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Berlin Lubecker

Lot #573 (Sale Order 574 of 601)

serial #5065g, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized bore with evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this ''237 / 1940'' coded rifle have largely toned to a dark gray patina with light wear on the edges of the triggerguard, the forward half of the floorplate and bottom metal toned to bright, with scattered oxidation staining with generous remnants of blue in the protected areas and light handling marks. The laminated hardwood stock has an old repaired duffel cut beneath the lower barrel band, but is in otherwise very good plus condition with a few scattered light handling marks and the flat steel buttplate proud at the toe; the buttplate had been previously cleaned to gunmetal and now shows light oxidation staining, scattered old oxidation, and numerous light dings consistent with field use. The buttstock is marked with a faint ''(Eagle) / H'' Heer mark on the right and is internally numbered to the rifle; the handguard is numbered to a different rifle. The serialized parts are matching to the rifle and marked with the appropriate ''214'' waffenamts, with some markings having softened with time; the receiver code remains crisply stamped. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically; no cleaning rod is present. A solid early WWII rifle likely shipped home by a GI. (14A9736-21) {C&R} (1000/1500)

German K98k Bolt Action Kriegsmodell Rifle by Steyr

Lot #574 (Sale Order 575 of 601)

serial #5273T, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright very good plus bore with fine pinprick pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this bnz45 coded rifle retain about 85-90% gray phosphate finish with light oxidation staining on the triggerguard and floorplate, light wear on the high edges and contact points, The barrel breech showing evidence of old oxidation; the bolt shows light operational wear and the expected roughly finished surfaces beneath the finish. The cocking piece, rear sight slide, stock nosecap, and part of the bolt stop retain about 90% original blue finish with light wear, scattered light oxidation, and a few light handling marks. The European hardwood stock is in very good plus condition with a series of old light dings on the underside of the forend, the cupped steel buttplate is slightly proud at the toe, scattered light handling marks, and an added finish; the buttplate was previously cleaned to gun metal and now shows light oxidation staining with scattered spots of old oxidation. The stock and handguard are unmarked and not serialized. The rifle appears correctly marked with correct ''623'' waffenamts and the serialized parts matching the rifle; the numbers on the bolt shroud and the waffenamt on the right side of the receiver ring are softened and hard to read. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, the front sight hood for which is present, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a leather sling in very good condition showing light wear. A solid Kreigsmodell for the military collector. (14A9736-27) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Scarce Dual Code German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Gustloff Werke/Steyr

Lot #575 (Sale Order 576 of 601)

serial #7654c, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with an about very good bore with light pitting throughout. The metal surfaces of this ''bcd / bnz / 4'' double coded rifle have a mottled gray patina with remnants of blue on the floorplate, receiver, rear sight base, and barrel forward of the upper barrel band, with scattered light pitting; the barrel between the barrel bands is a gray-blue patina. The barrel bands are gunmetal gray with generous remnants of blue in the protected areas of the lower band and scattered light pitting, and the bolt has a gray patina with light pitting and some light oxidation staining. The laminated hardwood stock is in about good condition with a lightly repaired crack through the wrist beginning above the trigger on one side and looping around to the opposite side, a moderate abrasion just above the triggerguard on the left side, a few drying cracks on both left and right sides of the buttstock, a tight about 2 1/2'' lamination crack in the toe line, a moderate divot behind the lower barrel band on the right side, and scattered light dings and handling marks consistent with military service; the cupped steel buttplate lightly proud at the toe and has been cleaned to bright with scattered specks of oxidation staining and remnants of light pitting. The stock is unmarked externally, but the stock and handguard are internally serialized and matching to the rifle. The receiver and barrel are correctly and crisply marked, the follower is marked with a faint but correct ''135'' waffenamt, the bolt is numbered to the rifle, marked with ''77'' waffenamts on the underside of the bolt handle, ''221'' waffenamts and ''e'' on the bolt shroud and cocking piece, and the firing proof is faint, the rear sight base is marked with a ''WaA77'' and the leaf a ''77'' waffenamt, and the triggerguard is correctly ''135'' waffenamt marked but no ''byf'' mark is present; the remaining parts are unmarked. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear, the front sight for which is present, and the rifle appears to function well mechanically. A salty double-coded rifle from late in WWII. (14A9736-43) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Scarce German Standard Modell Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf with Deutsche Reichspost Marking

Lot #576 (Sale Order 577 of 601)

serial #68714, 8mm Mauser, 24'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore with scattered pinprick pitting. The metal surfaces of this 1934-dated rifle retain about 96% excellent arsenal quality rust blue with a few scattered pinprick pits beneath the finish, some light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few light pits and specks of oxidation on the rear of the receiver, thinning of the blue on the barrel forward of the upper barrel band with light muzzle wear, scattered light oxidation on the triggerguard and floorplate, and scattered light handling marks on the barrel bands. The European hardwood stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a 1/2'' narrow impact mark on the left side of the wrist, an old light abrasion on the inside of the pistolgrip, scattered light handling marks and dings, and the flat steel buttplate is lightly proud at the toe; the buttplate has been cleaned to bright with scattered light pitting, handling marks, and some light oxidation staining at the heel. The stock is marked with a crisp ''D.R.P. / 68714'' cartouche, and the buttplate is serialized and matching to the rifle. The top of the receiver ring is marked with a crisp Mauser banner above the ''1934'' date, the left side is marked with lightly softened ''(Crown) / BUGN'', and the left side rail is marked with the full Mauser company name. All serialized parts are matching to the rifle. The rifle is sighted with the standard barleycorn front sight and leaf rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included with the rifle is a cleaning rod and leather sling in very good condition with some light wear. A desirable collectible that should shoot straight, as well. (14B9736-5) {C&R} (1500/2000)

Remington Model 1867 Transitional Type Navy Rolling Block Pistol

Lot #577 (Sale Order 578 of 601)

serial #217, 50 CF, 8 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this pistol retains about 90% original blue showing some minor overall thinning to a mild gray-brown patina, a few tiny dings and handling marks. The frame shows generous amounts of lovely case-hardened colors throughout, quite bold in the protected areas toning to a silvery case-hardened patina and showing a few small spots of old oxidation staining along some of the high edges on the right side. The breechblock is toning to a nice deep blue-gray patina and the remaining small parts show lovely fire blue and straw finishes with just some very light silvering and freckling. As-is correct for this variation there are no martial proofs although the anchor stamp is still present on the barrel, the arm has period British proof marks and the Remington markings on the left side frame are somewhat poorly struck but mostly legible. The smooth walnut grip and forend remain in very fine condition showing scattered light dings, handling marks and strong remnants of original oil finish. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome example of these rather obscure "transitional" models most of which were evidently retailed in England. [Former Fritz Baehr Collection] (13B9362-52) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

Remington-Beals Third Model Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #578 (Sale Order 579 of 601)

serial #549, .31 cal, 4" octagon barrel with a fair bore showing scattered oxidation and good rifling throughout. The barrel of this revolver retains about 70% original bright blue showing overall flaking to gray-brown patina, a couple tiny pinprick pits and handling marks. The cylinder has toned to a pleasant plum-brown patina showing a couple light dings and some faint streaks of original blue. The frame has toned to a pewter-gunmetal patina showing a small void at the left edge of the frame, some scattered fine pinprick pitting and generous original bright blue, perhaps 10-15% remaining mostly along the left side. The hammer shows bold case-hardened colors particularly along the right side with the balance toning to a silvery case-hardened patina. The barrel address and patent markings remain crisp and clear. The black checkered hard rubber grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition showing a few light dings around the edges and light handling marks. The action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A very nice example of these interesting pocket revolvers. [Former Fritz Baehr Collection] (13B9362-61) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

Remington-Beals First Model Pocket Revolver

Lot #579 (Sale Order 580 of 601)

serial #267, .31 cal, 3" octagon barrel with a very good bore showing some spots of light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this fourth issue revolver retain perhaps 10-15% original blue present as scattered bright flakes throughout, with the balance toned to a pleasant gray-brown patina and the nipples remain quite clean overall. The frame has mostly toned to a medium pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered fine pinprick pitting. The German silver triggerguard is intact showing some light dings around the edges and the hand retains strong flakes of bright fire blue. The Beals patent information on the barrel and Remington's address on the top strap remain quite crisp and clear. The grip screw shows lovely fire blue and the hammer shows hints of smoky case-hardened colors. The smooth gutta-percha grip is still clearly stamp-numbered to the gun and remains in near excellent condition showing one small ding on the left side and perhaps a few minor handling marks. The triggerguard and barrel are matching the frame, the silver cone front sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing. These important little guns were Remington's first production revolver and have usually seen hard use; this example is really very nice and would make a fine addition to any collection of American arms. (13B9362-58) {ANTIQUE} [Edward W. Marron, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

Cased British Transitional Percussion Revolver by John Wiggan

Lot #580 (Sale Order 581 of 601)

.42 cal, 4 1/2" octagon barrel with a good lightly oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver have mostly toned to plum-brown patina showing some scattered small spots of old light pitting, a few minor dings and strong remnants of silvery case-hardened patina along the protected areas of the frame. The arm features some nice tasteful foliate scrollwork along the frame and light borderline embellishments. The "JOHN WIGGAN BIRMINGHAM" maker markings along the barrel remain crisp. The finely checkered walnut grips remain in very good plus condition having darkened from the years and show some scattered light dings and handling marks, the checkering mostly intact. The action is functional with good timing and lock-up a little loose. The arm includes its original case that rates very fine showing worn finish and some scattered light dings along the exterior and a brass monogram plate with reeded edge atop the lid. The interior is lined in green baize that shows some light staining and minor scuffs and retains a wonderful intact maker's label. The case holds a full complement of accessories including: single cavity round ball bullet mould with ramrod handle marked "48" toning to a dark gray patina, walnut handle turn screws (one flat head the other dual prong), a partial tin of Eley percussion caps with mostly intact label, a small unmarked powder flask that shows moderate use and light oxidation, oiler and an assortment of round balls. John Wiggan was active in Birmingham from 1828-1862, these transitional model arms were popular for a time in the 1850s and were an evolution from the traditional British pepperbox pistol. This example has seen some honest use and is otherwise quite nice with its fine complete case. (13B9654-1) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

British Flintlock Dueling Pistol by Weston

Lot #581 (Sale Order 582 of 601)

.68 cal, 8 1/2'' octagon barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized smooth bore which shows a few areas of light pinprick pitting. The barrel is a pleasing pewter-gunmetal gray patina showing remnants of a damascus pattern also with some scattered light brown oxidation staining here and there. There is a simple scant bead front sight and v-notch rear atop the lightly engraved tang. There is a simple inlaid gold band at the breech with light wavy line decoration and a gold sunken touchmark atop the barrel flat which reads ''Weston/Lewes'' showing a tiny flake from its left edge, the touchole gold lined as well. The lockplate has a rebated edge and stepped rear with pronounced teat showing borderline engraving with a small sunburst at rear. It features a rear-sliding safety and the lovely Swan neck cock shows very light floral engraving. The waterproof pan features a curlicue-tailed bridled roller frizzen which is very graceful. The triggerguard has an engraved pineapple front extension with light floral engraving on the bow. The stock has a nice silver nosecap and silver escutcheons left and right for the wedge, and additional un-engraved oval silver monogram plate sits atop the wrist. The English walnut stock rates fine with much original varnish and overall light dings and handling marks from the years. It features a checkered grasping area covering the full wrist with the endearing little star-shaped stamps accenting the checkering borders. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional as-is the rear sliding safety and very nice single set trigger. What is no doubt the original ivory-tipped ramrod with wad pull-end is present. Doubtless part of a set, this quality dueller was very attractive and nicely made in its day, it remains so still. Abraham Weston, Lewes, Sussex was active 1783-1826. (3B9654-26) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver

Lot #582 (Sale Order 583 of 601)

serial #16808, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore. This revolver shows a long career of honest use but remains in fine condition. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% original blue, the loss light flaking toning to brown, high edge wear and a couple light pits on right rear of barrel. The blue on the hammer spur and trigger face is drifting to plum. The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature "COLT" in an oval, are scratch numbered to the gun and rate excellent. All markings remain crisp. This big gun still times and locks up as good as the day it left Colt in 1907. A nice early New Service for the upstart collector. (8A9650-9) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Attractive British Flintlock Dueling Pistol by Twigg

Lot #583 (Sale Order 584 of 601)

.64 cal, 9 1/2'' octagon barrel with very good, lightly oxidized smooth bore which shows a few spots of light oxidation or very light pinprick pitting. The barrel is primarily a smooth pewter patina with some scattered spots of darker brown oxidation staining but they are light and unobtrusive. There is a simple silver bladed front sight fitted in a dovetail and a tombstone rear atop the tang. The top flat is marked ''London'' with British proofs on the left diagonal flat and small bands of engraving at the breech, the tang lightly engraved as well. The rebated lockplate with rear teat shows only borderline engraving and is marked ''Twigg'' and features a bridled roller frizzen and rear-sliding safety, the hammer is a later replacement and not cut for the safety. Ramrod pipes are simple iron and the triggerplate shows a very nice urn finial engraved front extension. The bow of the guard as well is faceted and shows light engraving as does the sideplate. The English walnut stock rates very good-fine showing an old cleaning many years ago with a repair to a crack through left and right stock flats which is well done, tight and unobtrusive. There are neat little pinched thumbprints at the rear of each stock flat and the butt is overall checkered, down along the wrist and then with a dividing line at the ''cap'', showing only a couple light dings or flaked spots and is very attractive. What is likely the original horn ramrod with ivory tip and patch pull end is present. John Twigg was a gunmaker apprenticed to Henry Nock about 1786. His father was a prolific a gunmaker and entered into partnership with John Bass, operating as Twigg & Bass from 1788 until 1790 when John the elder died, after this John the younger continued use of the ''Twigg'' name, this gun with its late roller frizzen no doubt being his work. The gun appears to be quality-made in every respect and certainly could have been a single coat pistol for a gentleman, but was more likely a pair, having a ''dueller'' smooth bore. (3B9654-25) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Very Rare Burgess Slide Action Shotgun Factory Cutaway Demonstrator

Lot #584 (Sale Order 585 of 601)

serial #1355, 12 ga, 28" plain Damascus barrel choked improved modified with a fair bore showing scattered bright areas and moderate pitting. The barrel shows faint hints of swirling Damascus patterns having toned overall to a deep plum-brown patina with spots of oxidation staining and light handling marks. The barrel markings have softened but remain mostly legible. The action and slide show remnants of factory nickel finish, perhaps 35% with the balance flaked to a dark plum-brown patina showing old oxidation staining and spots of minor pitting. The Burgess Gun Co. address on the dust cover remains intact and the shotgun includes what appears to be its original right side cover plate for the action, similarly nickel-plated and secured by five screws and is stamped on the inside surface with the name "HARRY BRINTON". The receiver and slide feature nice factory milling exposing the internal working components of the action along with two cuts along the right side of the forend exposing the magazine tube, one of which has been plugged. The smooth walnut buttstock and checkered forend remain in about very good condition showing a small chip at the toe, a thin hairline crack along the left side forend, scattered light dings and minor discoloration with the forend checkering mostly intact. The original buttplate is present showing a 2" chip at the toe and the black checkered hard rubber grip show a number of small chips at its leading edge and overall smoothing. There is no front sight present and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of a rare cutaway for the collector or student of these interesting Burgess arms. (13B9438-329) {C&R} (1800/2200)

Colt Officers Model Target Revolver

Lot #585 (Sale Order 586 of 601)

serial #606753, 38 Special, 6" heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1937-manufactured revolver is the later third issue, correctly marked, "Heavy Barrel" variation. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing faint high edge wear, light handling marks and tiny impact marks on the sideplate just behind the sideplate screw. The checkered trigger retains most of the blue with light edge wear from use and the hammer rates excellent with very light staining from oxidation on the bright sides. The grips are a beautiful set of Roper's featuring diamond checkering, Roper finger ribbons on each panel, checkered thumb rest showing light handling marks. The grips feature the "Gagne's" jig holes and both panels have the number "575" scribed on the backs. The gun features a factory elevation adjustable Patridge front sight, windage adjustable rear sight and mechanical function is excellent. An excellent example of an Officers Model from the golden age of revolver target shooting. (8A9468-41) {C&R} [Tom Bubolz Collection] (1000/1500)

W & C Scott & Sons Monte Carlo B Sidelock Double Gun

Lot #586 (Sale Order 587 of 601)

serial #49763, 12 ga. (2 1/2''), 30'' barrels choked a tight modified or light full in each, with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain a lovely smooth brown Damascus pattern their full length, likely restruck many years ago, the star pattern beneath very nice and showing one very small spot of light to moderate pitting about halfway down its length, on its underside ahead of the forend. The right tube features the Shaftesbury Avenue address and there are light bands of engraving at the breeches and on the rib with ''Scott's Improved Bolt''. The frame and the lockplates are a mottled smoky gray and blue case-hardened patina with the typical tight flowing English scroll with flying pigeons left and right, coverage is about 95-97%. Both the fences show some light pitting but it is unobtrusive, the triggerguard showing restored blue. The checkered scant round knob pistolgrip buttstock rates very good with nice grain figure evident, flat-topped checkering and dropper points at the rear of the stock flats. The length of pull to the grooved horn buttplate is 13 1/8'' with drops of 1 7/8'' and 2 7/8''. The barrels are Nitro proofed for ''shot only'' with a 1 1/4 ounce maximum load, and lockup is tight on-face with dual under bites and Scott's ''Improved Bolting'' crossbolt; no wall thicknesses noted below .025'', with most around .030''. Equipped with double triggers, automatic safety and extractors, the gun seems to function well mechanically. A very fine British double with some typically lovely engraving and very nice barrels. (3C9738-64) {ANTIQUE} [Kris Congdon Collection] (1200/1800)

Remington Model 1816 Commemorative Flintlock Rifle

Lot #587 (Sale Order 588 of 601)

serial #ER1816-0595, .50 Cal, 39" octagon barrel with a like-new, unfired bore. Both the barrel and lock retain about 99% factory plum brown finish, there are a few very light handling marks but no signs of actual use. The full length extra fancy, curly maple stock rates like new and features polished brass furniture that remains bright with a few small spots of light oxidation and tarnish due to storage. The patchbox has some light factory scroll engraving. The barrel is equipped with a silver blade front sight and has a buckhorn rear. The lock is unmarked and appears to function correctly. The original brass tipped wood ramrod, the box, Eliphalet Remington II history and application for certificate of authenticity, instruction sheets and owner's manual are included. Each of these custom built rifles was hand fitted and assembled by a custom gunsmith using "old style" techniques like hand cut rifling, and slow rust browning - ''the way Eliphalet would have wanted it''. Few were made during the short 1995 production span. A great looking modern flintlock that would catch the eye of every passerby that was built to commemorate the building of Eliphalet Remington's first rifle in 1816. (4B9100-924) {ANTIQUE} [Richard ''Stretch'' Kennedy Collection] (1200/1800)

Sharps Cartridge Converted Civil War Carbine Converted to Forager

Lot #588 (Sale Order 589 of 601)

serial #34123, 20 ga., 22'' smooth bore barrel with an about very good bore showing a number of the circumferential tool marks near the breech and a few near the muzzle. All of the metal surfaces are a dull gunmetal gray and plum patina interspersed with some light oxidation staining here and there and some spots of scattered light pitting, the frame actually showing some trace later blue, but with no evident markings but for the lockplate. The forend rates very good showing the overall expected minor dings and handling marks from the years. The buttstock is a later softwood replacement which was fairly well done for a novice, but shows a number of areas of synthetic wood filling gaps, it rates roughly good overall with a dark walnut-tone varnish and raised grain. A smaller saddle ring has been affixed to the left side bar and the action seems to work properly. Original sights are intact and of the barrel is numbered to the frame, however in a slightly different font than we see on the tang. Interestingly serial #34125 was issued to Co. I, 1st Maryland cavalry. As with any arm of ''custom'' chambering a competent gunsmith should inspect the work before any thought is given to firing the arm, moreover this interesting conversion should be considered a collectors variant only and not for actual use. (3A9840-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

British Pattern 1856 Short Rifle with Identification

Lot #589 (Sale Order 590 of 601)

.577 cal. (worn to nearly .62 at muzzle), 33'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This is an interesting commercial model brass-mounted 1856 Pattern Short Rifle with an incise-carved name on the left side of the butt. The barrel is primarily a plum brown patina with simple front sight, 1100 yard graduated rear sight and right side bayonet lug numbered ''012''. This barrel is actually five-groove, rather than three-groove, and features Henry Clive's barrel makers mark on the underside (''Henry Cl'' is all that is visible). There are a number of viewers marks as well and assemblers hashmarks, all of the markings on the top of the barrel at rear where the proofs and caliber normally are have been purposefully cleaned during the period of use, this area showing tool marks. The underside of the barrel shows two distinct sets of assembly hashmarks; clearly the barrel being harvested from another rifle at some point, the marks which are matching on this arm are on the underside of the barrel, edge of the lockplate and in the ramrod channel ''III '' . The lockplate is Tower stamped and dated at a canted angle ''1856'', however the last digit is obscured due to pitting, with stamped crown at rear above ''VR''. The interior of the lock is stamped with contractor or assemblers or viewers markings ''DB'' ''JH'' and ''LJ''. The arm features brass hardware throughout and its sling swivel is installed directly into the wood on the toeline, to the rear of the triggerguard as-is common to commercial examples. The wood itself appears to be beech and was cleaned lightly long ago leaving the edges somewhat soft, markings light, but with a name clearly incise carved on left of butt ''RJ Jenkins'', there is some indecipherable writing beneath it, sadly lost to the years and the light sanding. ''JW'' is on the left stock flat at its rear and there are ''(crown)/A'' stampings to the rear of the triggerguard, they are light. The lock seems to function mechanically however the hammer is light because the mainspring is cracked, the rust between the two pieces indicating it has been so for quite some time (upon disassembly the mainspring stayed within the lock inletting and showed evidence of having been disassembled and reassembled previously), a blacksmith-made replacement ramrod is included and a number of the screw heads show some slot damage. Six RJ Jenkins' can be located in the American Civil War Research Database, both Confederate and Union, a detailed study of the units and whether they were equipped with Enfield Short Rifles or not should prove or disprove a Union or Confederate Association. An interesting commercially-made 1856 Pattern Short Rifle, obviously assembled or reassembled more than once by armorers who utilized the hashmark system. (39371-5) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Smith Civil War Percussion Carbine by American Machine Works

Lot #590 (Sale Order 591 of 601)

serial #3788, .50 cal, 21 1/2'' part octagon, part round barrel with a bright excellent bore showing some light oxidation near the breech. The barrel retains about 97% original blue, toning and fading evenly, with some scattered light oxidation, the left and lower side of the barrel showing some splotchy brown loss about 2'' ahead of the forend, the rear left with ''LFR'' inspectors stamp. The frame and the barrel frame are a mottled smoky gray-blue original case-hardening mixing with some light oxidation staining and perhaps a couple very minor pinprick pits. The buttstock frame shows some excellent original pale fire temper blue, as does the triggerguard and the top spring, the top spring with a bit of light surface oxidation. The American walnut buttstock and forend both rate about excellent showing perhaps a few minor dings at the front edge of the forend and some scattered handling marks on the buttstock with a very good left side cartouche. Many of the screws show some good pale fire temper blue, the saddle ring is present and all of the numbers are matching on frame, barrel frame and the barrel. Barrel-to-frame lockup is tight and the lock functions very well mechanically. Springfield Research Service records show issue in 1863 to Co.H, 2nd West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry, during the period that this carbine would have been in use they were very active in West Virginia and later Virginia itself and are important in Sheridan's Shenandoah Campaign. The original open sights are intact and this remains a very fine example of a Smith Civil War carbine, with what could actually be considered a shootable bore! (3B9746-23) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Unmarked Flintlock Halfstock Sporting Rifle With Spies Lock

Lot #591 (Sale Order 592 of 601)

.54 cal, 36'' heavy octagon barrel with an oxidized bore which shows some scattered light pitting and evident rifling. This is a rather heavy, late flintlock rifle, likely one that would've been destined for the Western plains during the time period. The barrel is primarily a warm plum tone with scattered light oxidation and the expected light dings and handling marks that come from a heavy duty field-used gun. It is sighted with a simple brass blade front sight and flattop v-notch rear, showing a bit of geometric border embellishment. There are light open sprays of engraving at the breech with a small band of geometric engraving and the tang shows simple relief open foliate engraving, its tang screw with a floral petal motif. The Spies lock shows some strong remnants of original bright blue and is stepped at its rear with the same open flowing foliate engraving, it is maker marked, features a waterproof pan and a bridled roller frizzen. Thimbles and tailpipes are simple, triggerguard has an engraved pineapple front extension and the square back bow shows very light engraving. The smooth iron buttstock shows a bit of floral and geometric engraving on its long upper tang. The gun is stocked in a very nice grade of American walnut showing some crotch figure in the butt, the expected overall light dings and handling marks and a number of drying cracks scattered about the surface through the highly figured wood. It has a nice horn forend tip and sprinkles of inlaid silver wire foliate decoration with the initials ''TP'' or perhaps ''JP'' inlaid on the right side rear of butt. The left stock flat shows three German silver inlays, one shield-shaped, one ''food chopper'' style and one circular, with another shield-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist, all are un-engraved. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional and there is an antique bone tipped ramrod included; there is no wedge present, the barrel retained only by a piece of flat steel. A quality-made, very heavy-duty rifle, strangely unsigned, that no doubt was destined for the Western frontier given its caliber. (3C9670-33) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

Starr Civil War Percussion Carbine

Lot #592 (Sale Order 593 of 601)

serial #2593, .56 cal, 21'' barrel with a very good bore which shows sharp rifling but with some sparsely scattered oxidation and light pitting, a few spots a bit more moderate. The metal surfaces are primarily a soft brown and plum patina, the barrel with scattered light pitting and some light handling marks. The hammer and lockplate are more of a gray-blue case-hardened patina showing a couple silvery flakes, the left side of the frame also with light pitting. The buttstock rates very good perhaps showing an old cleaning years ago, with a crack at the point of comb and repair to a crack and chip at the right leg of the stock between the tang and the lockplate. The stock fits rather loosely at its junction of the upper tang and sling swivel mount holes have been plugged to the rear of the lower tang. The forend rates about very good as refinished and is a replacement from a non—Starr carbine, the brass band seems to fit it well however. The original rear sight is intact, as-is the saddle ring, the front sight shows a taller replacement blade. The lock is crisp and mechanically functional. A very good ''example'' piece for the Civil War collector. (3A9840-8) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Marlin Special Order Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle

Lot #593 (Sale Order 594 of 601)

serial #185116, 25-20, 26" octagon barrel with half magazine and a fair bore showing moderate oxidation and pitting throughout still with good rifling. The barrel and magazine of this rifle has mostly toned to a dark plum-brown patina showing a few areas of old light pitting and some scattered minor dings, a few more noticeable at the muzzle edges. The action is similar showing some generous silvery case-hardened patina throughout and wisps of vibrant colors in the protected areas. The bolt retains about 75% original bright blue flaking to dark brown and the loading gate retains strong fire blue around the edges. The screw heads show light slot wear and some of the markings have softened very slightly but otherwise remain completely intact and legible. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition retaining about 80-85% original varnish showing moderate flaking along the forend, a small hairline crack at the upper tang, scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering shows moderate wear overall, there is a small crack along the tang inletting and the right side stock tab on the interior has broken off but remains retained when installed. Strangely, the buttplate has been replaced with a grooved steel Savage Model 1899 plate that actually fits very well and the buttstock is stamp-numbered matching the receiver. The rifle is sighted with a Marble's Sheard brass bead front that has been modified during the period of use and thinned out along the sides and a flattop sporting rear with replacement elevation slider. The trigger is a little stiff and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. An interesting special order rifle made around 1899. (13B9746-37) {C&R} (1000/1500)

Interesting Cased Pair of Belgian Double Action Percussion Target Pistols by J. J. Herman

Lot #594 (Sale Order 595 of 601)

serial #19 & 22, .32 cal, 7 1/4" swamped octagon smoothbore barrels with oxidized bores. The barrel and cylinder of revolver No. 19 retain about 95% wonderful period restored brilliant bright blue with most of the loss due to some small flaked areas along the left side toning to mild brown patina, light handling marks and a little old oxidation staining along the rear of the cylinder. The frame and barrel catch have mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of cleaned light pitting along the edges near the cylinder and the inside of the triggerguard with faint smoky case-hardened colors. The frame is embellished in near full coverage with fine quality foliate scrollwork, a lovely sunburst motif at the top forward edge and is marked in a small oval "J. J. HERMAN / BREVETE". Some of the screw heads show light slot wear and the trigger retains a healthy amount of fire blue. The mounting point for the barrel catch is an older nice quality replacement. The smooth rosewood grip remains in very fine condition as nicely refinished long ago showing a few small gaps where is meets the metal, some light handling marks and a 2" ovoid area on the left side that has been expertly repaired and patched with a separate piece of rosewood. The large lever on the underside has a small locator peg which secures the barrel to the frame, depressing it allows the barrel to rotate up for removal of the six-shot cylinder, the double action only mechanism utilizes an internal hammer and the cylinder revolves along a rotating arbor. The action is a little bit stiff but otherwise seems to function well mechanically and the pistol is sighted with a small blade front sight and shallow u-notch rear. The barrel and cylinder of revolver No. 22 retain about 92% brilliant bright blue with light flaking to gray-brown patina along the top and muzzle of the barrel and the cylinder showing some light scratches and a few small areas of moderate oxidation staining along the back edge. The frame is similar to the first pistol showing a little scattered pinprick pitting and some smoky case-hardening and silvery patina in the protected areas. There is a small chip at the forward right corner and another small u-shaped chip atop the frame where the rear sight has broken away. The frame embellishments are a little bit different, composed entirely of lovely foliate scrollwork and lacking the sunburst motif. The top of the frame is identically marked and the trigger retains strong fire blue. The mounting point for the barrel catch is also of a different design and no doubt the original equipment, the lever locks into the frame with a square peg rather than round like the first pistol, the front sight design is slightly different as well and the cylinders are different lengths (1 7/16" on No. 19 and 1 5/8" on No. 22). The smooth rosewood grip is similar to the first pistol showing a couple thin repaired drying cracks and a small patch on the left side near the base. The action seems to function well mechanically. Each revolver includes a spare numbered cylinder retaining about 95% bright blue showing some light operational wear and sparsely scattered pinprick pits. Also included are two steel cylindrical tools measuring 4 1/4" and numbered "03" whose purpose is unknown and a more modern-made custom mahogany case that rates very fine showing some light dings along the exterior and the interior green baize with some light wear. The bottom of the case is fitted with three brass lion paw stands, one having been lost. A very handsome and interesting pair of Belgian percussion pistols. (13C9899-28) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #595 (Sale Order 596 of 601)

serial #130194, .31 cal, 4" octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1857-made revolver retains about 85% original bright blue flaking to a mild gray-brown patina showing a little minor pinprick pitting along the edges and scattered light dings. The two-line New York barrel address remains crisp and clear. The five-shot cylinder has mostly flaked to a mild gray patina showing some scattered pinprick pits, some light dings and remnants of original bright blue, the cylinder scene is very nice remaining almost entirely intact and quite crisp. The frame and loading lever are toning to a pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina showing some mild gray-brown speckling and a few patches of vibrant colors in the protected areas. Some of the screw heads show light slot wear and a number of them retain good fire blue along their edges, the wedge and trigger also with some good remnants of fire blue. The triggerguard and backstrap show evidence of an old light cleaning and retain about 90% of a period reapplied silver finish that remains mostly bright showing some thinning to mild ocher brass. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in very good plus condition as lightly refinished long ago showing two small filled notches at the edge of the right side, some scattered light dings and mild edge wear. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A very respectable 1849 Pocket. (13B9833-79) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

Colt Pocket Model of Navy Caliber Percussion Revolver

Lot #596 (Sale Order 597 of 601)

serial #10114, .36 cal, 4 1/2" octagon barrel with a bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel, cylinder and loading lever of this 1862-made revolver are toning to a mottled gray-brown patina showing evidence of an old light cleaning with some remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting, a few light dings and handling marks. The frame is a similar dark gray tone showing some scattered old pitting and some faint case-hardened colors along the right side. The triggerguard and backstrap have toned to a nice ocher patina showing some scattered light handling marks and some remnants of tarnished silver finish around the triggerguard. The New York barrel address and "COLTS PATENT" on the frame and cylinder are soft but mostly legible, the cylinder scene is still quite nice and the triggerguard shows strong caliber designation. The smooth walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in about very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some mild flaking, edge wear and light handling marks with excellent fit to the frame. The loading lever is un-numbered and all of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge. The action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lock-up. A solid example of these interesting and somewhat obscure Colt revolvers. (13B9833-85) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Attractive Pair of Belgian Percussion Muff Pistols by Francotte with Original Case

Lot #597 (Sale Order 598 of 601)

.47 cal, 2 1/4" damascus octagon barrels with near excellent bores showing fine straight rifling. The barrels of these little pistols retain strong remnants of swirling blue-gray damascus patterns toning overall to a mild gray gunmetal patina along with some mild brown speckling and light handling marks. The hammers and frames retain a healthy amount of vibrant case-hardened colors toning to a pleasant gray case-hardened patina. The frame screw heads show light slot wear and the side of one hammer shows a small buff mark but this is unobtrusive. The nipple bolsters are nicely sculpted and the arms feature lovely finely detailed foliate scrollwork in near full coverage along the frames, the buttcaps also with a nice foliate motif. The breeches show a crisp antique Belgian proof mark, matching assembly number "4" on the bottom along with "(Crown) / AF" Auguste Francotte maker mark. The pistols are fitted with a set of handsome smooth antique ivory grips that rate about good showing moderate cracks along the sides, some light chips where they meet the frames and other more minor handling marks. They otherwise show attractive age striations and a nice mellow patina. The pistols are housed in their scarce original fitted case that shows a lovely textured red Moroccan kidskin outer covering that remains mostly intact showing some edge wear, light flaking and a few small areas of staining. The lid has detached from the base, now held on by a maroon piece of tape, and the catches are missing. The base retains almost all of its dark green paper covering and the lid shows some very fine gold filigree along the edge. The interior base is lined in a nice blue velvet while the lid is lined in fine silk showing some mild fraying and minor staining, the periphery also with a nice blue and white textured paper border. Also included is a wonderful original multi-tool matching the guns by assembly number "4" and retaining about 90% attractive case-hardened colors showing some very light oxidation staining. It is equipped with a single cavity round ball mould, nipple wrench at the end of one arm and barrel wrench on the other. This is a very handsome ensemble with some rarely seen original accessories. (13B9770-1) {ANTIQUE} (1400/1800)

Cased Blunt & Syms Underhammer Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #598 (Sale Order 599 of 601)

serial #32, .31 cal, 4 1/2" ribbed six-barrel cluster with lightly oxidized smoothbores. The barrel cluster of this pistol has mostly toned to a mottled deep gray and gray-brown patina showing a few light handling marks and some very minor pinprick pitting. The muzzle of the cluster is stamped "R-C" along with matching serial number. The frame has toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of smoothed-over old pitting and the factory foliate scrollwork embellishments remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing on older added varnish and some scattered light dings, otherwise retaining excellent fit to the frame. The included period mahogany case rates about very good plus retaining strong antique varnish and showing some scattered light dings and a few moderate full-length splits across the lid. The interior is lined with maroon baize that has faded to a pale brown tone showing some light staining and scuffs. The case holds a key, single cavity round ball mould with integral cleaning jag, a simple brass flask, attractive ebony handle nipple wrench with screw-in nipple pick and a partial japanned tin of Eley caps, the accessories all rating very good plus to very fine. A very attractive ensemble for the antique arms collector. (13A9833-71) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

Rare Savage Model 1899-A Lever Action Rifle with Utica Bureau of Police Markings

Lot #599 (Sale Order 600 of 601)

serial #18.350, 30-30, 26" round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of mild frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains perhaps 60-65% original blue thinning and toning to a mild gray patina overall showing some scattered light handling marks, mild freckling and some light pitting along the sides nearer the muzzle. The action has mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered fine scratches and evidence of an old light cleaning with remnants of pinprick pitting here and there. The rear protected edges of the frame show good original bright blue with the lower tang also retaining almost all of its original bright blue. The bolt, exterior of the lever and buttplate are similar to the frame, the left side and protected areas of the lever retaining a healthy amount of vibrant case-hardened colors. All marking remain intact and strong with the barrel showing proper address and patent dates with "CAL. 30" and "SAV 30" near the breech. The left side of the action shows a wonderful and quite elaborate police marking "DEP'T - PUBLIC - SAFETY / BUREAU / OF POLICE / UTICA, N.Y." along with small rack number "50". The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in about good-very good condition showing a little bit of older added varnish and the buttstock showing a number of lengthy thin repaired cracks along either flat and at the upper tang, thin u-shaped crack along the toe line, a thin sliver missing along the right edge of the forend and some overall light dings. The buttplate, buttstock and forend are all stamp-numbered matching the frame and both sides of the butt are also police-marked with large "DPS / UTICA, N. Y." on the right side and a monogram of "DPS / BOP" on the left. The rifle is sighted with a flattop sporting rear sight, large German silver blade and the action seems to function well mechanically. A solid rifle with extremely rare police markings, like many police guns it certainly has a lot of character but appears to have been fired very little. Included is a photocopy of a Savage factory letter confirming the configuration and showing shipment in 1900 to Clark Horrocks & Co. of Utica, New York; it was later returned to the factory in December of 1921 by A.W. Pickard for unknown work, work order number 7190. "Captain" Arthur Picard was elected sheriff in 1919 and served in both 1920 and 1921 as the sheriff of Utica, New York and presided over the Oneida County Jail, Utica being the county seat. One might imagine there was a bit of hometown pride to equip the local police with the new and improved Model 1899 rifle made in their very own city. This rifle would make an excellent addition to any advanced Savage or police arms collection. (13C9808-18) {C&R} (1200/1800)

Winchester Model 1873 Special Order Lever Action Rifle

Lot #600 (Sale Order 601 of 601)

serial #218475B, 44 WCF, 24" round barrel with button magazine and a bright very good plus bore showing a little minor frosting and a few scattered pinprick pits with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1886-made rifle has mostly toned a mild gunmetal patina showing some scattered smaller areas of plum-brown, some light dings around the front sight dovetail, specks of old oxidation staining and some original blue around the rear sight. There is a small but moderate ding along the bottom outside edge near the muzzle that does not impinge on the bore. The action retains a generous amount of attractive silvery case-hardened patina throughout flaking to gunmetal gray and showing a few scattered small dings, some fine scratches and other handling marks. There are some hints of smoky colors lurking about the protected edges around the sideplates, the hammer also retaining some faint colors. A couple of screw heads show some very light slot wear and the loading gate retains a healthy amount of bright fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong, the cartridge lifter toning to a pale ocher patina and retaining a clear caliber marking. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a very tiny drying crack on the right side where the buttstock meets the frame, some scattered light dings and mild handling marks. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, a more modern replacement German silver blade and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good 1873 with a nice bore. (13B9746-53) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)


Auction No. 128 - Session 1
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Auction No. 128 - Session 1
by Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. Sat, Nov 21, 2020 9:00 AM Eastern This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1300 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.