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Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action .45-90 WCF Rifle

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 688)

Exceptional Documented Antique, Highly Attractive Casehardened Frame Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle in .45-90 WCF with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the octagon barrel in .45-90 caliber and plain trigger. The rifle was received in the warehouse on October 5, 1894 and shipped nearly a year later on September 10, 1895 with nine other arms. The frame, hammer, lever, forend cap, and buttplate have the desirable casehardened finish. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight and is stamped with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "45-90 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "-MODEL 1886-". The lower tang is marked with the patent marking and the script serial number. The rifle has standard forearm and buttstock.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine. The barrel and magazine retain 90% plus original blue finish with the balance thinning to a brown. 90% original blue remains on the bolt. 80% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The frame, hammer, lever, and forend cap retain 85% vivid original case colors. Patterns of original case colors remain on the buttplate. The wood is very fine with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. A highly attractive Winchester Model 1886 .45-90 WCF rifle with desirable casehardened frame.

Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .22 Short

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 688)

Very Fine Desirable Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .22 Short Caliber

Manufactured in 1887 as a Third Model, the barrel has the two-line address/King's patent marking and caliber marking at the breech and on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. The upper tang is marked with the model designation and the serial number is on the lower tang. Fitted with German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. Winchester manufactured approximately 19,552 Model 1873s in .22 short or .22 long between 1884 and 1904.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retains 80% plus of the original blue finish and strong traces of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to mostly a plum-brown patina, primarily grey patina on the buttplate. The wood is fine with some scattered minor dings and a moderate scratch on the left of the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.

Two Cased Police Department Attributed Winchester Longarms

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 688)

Collector's Set of Two Law Enforcement Cased Police Department Attributed Winchester Longarms -A) Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Collector's Set of Two Law Enforcement Cased Police Department Attributed Winchester Longarms -A) Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun
Manufactured in 1914 in solid frame configuration with a single brass bead sight, choked cylinder and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. The left side of the barrel is marked with the two-line address and patent date information in front of "12 GA." and "CYL." Mounted on an 18 groove ribbed round forearm and pistol grip stock with a hard rubber buttplate. Includes a double gun case with purple velvet lining and 12 brass 12 gauge casings. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches. Cased with "B".

Manufacture: Winchester
Model: 1897
BBL: 20 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 12
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 614365
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Condition: Excellent, retaining 90% plus bright original high polish blue finish with a few small patches of light pitting and handling marks. The stock is very fine with a few minor dings and scratches, and a crack coming off the trigger guard. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with storage and handling marks and high edge wear on the lining.

B) Winchester Model 07 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Extra Extended Magazines
Manufactured in 1957. The left side of the barrel is marked with the two-line address/proof steel, trade mark, model and caliber marking, and the top of the barrel and receiver at the breech are marked with the Winchester oval proof. The matching serial number is marked on the lower left rear of the receiver and on the bottom next to the trigger guard bow. The bottom of the magazine is marked "-.351 CAL-". Blade front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and pistol grip stock with a checkered steel buttplate and sling swivels. Cased with "A". Includes two extra magazines. The consignor attributes this set to the Detroit Police Department No. 83. The Winchester Model 1897 riot shotgun and Model 07 rifle armed various police departments throughout the United States. In this lot, both shotgun and rifle are housed in the same case, which is similar in design to the famed Thompson submachine gun FBI model case, and like the Thompson FBI case, made for the perfect way to transport firepower when keeping up with the “Bonnies and Clydes” of the criminal underworld.

Manufacture: Winchester
Model: 1907
BBL: 20 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 351
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 55555
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Condition: Very fine, retaining 95% plus original blue finish with some minor handling marks. Stock is fine with a hairline crack visible on the left side of the grip, some handling marks, and dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Second Model Manville Gun 26.5mm Tear Gas Launcher

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 688)

Scarce Second Model Manville Gun 26.5mm Tear Gas Launcher

Introduced in 1935 by Charles J. Manville, the "Manville Gun" was designed to fire flare, smoke, and riot gas shells from its 12 round clockwork drum. It was designed at the outset for crowd control/anti-riot work. The device is broken down and loaded by disengaging a single lever at the rear of the frame, separating the clockwork and trigger assembly from the drum and barrel assembly. Once loaded and reassembled, rotating the drum counter-clockwise winds the internal drive spring, which powers the mechanism, each trigger pull causing the mechanism to jump forward to the next chamber in the sequence; this style of operation can also be seen in later drum-fed small arms like the Street Sweeper/Striker shotgun and the MGL 40mm grenade launcher. A pair of "M" marked grip panels are installed on the foregrip, with a smooth wood rear grip and the Manville patent markings on top of the trigger assembly.

Class: Other

Good, the blued components show a mixed brown patina overall with minor pitting. The chambers retain a strong nickel finish over the textured surface, with the fire control components showing flaking and wear. The aluminum components show an aged patina and mild handling marks overall. The clockwork housing has taken a hard hit on the left side, causing deformation and chipping. Mechanically needs adjustment.

New Haven Arms Company Volcanic No. 2 Navy Pistol

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 688)

Scarce New Haven Arms Company Volcanic No. 2 Navy Pistol with Inscribed Case

This New Haven Arms Company Volcanic No. 2 Navy Pistol with factory case is inscribed "J.A. Ramsey". The pistol has a distinctive octagon barrel with integral 10 shot magazine, clam-shell follower and brass cone front sight. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the New Haven Arms Company marking: "PATENT NEWHAVEN CONN FEB. 14 1854". The barrel markings have vary in depth, and the date is nearly illegible. The brass receiver is silver plated and fitted with a loading lever with finger loop, fixed rear sight and hammer with coarse knurling on the spur. There are semi-circular cut-outs at the front and rear of the ejection port. The rear sight and bolt are niter blue, and the hammer trigger and lever are color casehardened. The two piece varnished walnut grips have flared butts. The serial number is stamped: (1) on the right side of the loading lever, (2) right side of the receiver beneath the grip and (3) the inside of both grips. All of the visible serial numbers match. A small "L" inspection mark is stamped on the left side of the loading lever and on the right side of the butt beneath the grip. The mahogany, American style case has an oval brass inscription plate on the center of the lid with brass reinforcements on the corners and sides. "J.A. Ramsey" is inscribed in script letters on the oval plate. The case has four compartments and is lined with crimson felt. Cased Volcanic firearms are very scarce.

Class: Antique

Fine. The pistol is all original and retains 60% of the blue, silver-plated and casehardened finish. The barrel has 80% of the blue finish with scattered age spotting. There are small spots of shallow pitting on the upper left barrel flat. The barrel edges are sharp, and the markings are crisp. The receiver is fine overall and has 30% of the delicate silver plated finish. The balance of the brass receiver has an attractive patina with minimal handling wear and perfect side-plate joints. The hammer, lever and trigger have 60% of the muted case colors. Traces of the fire blue finish are present on protected areas of the rear sight. The grips are also in fine condition and retain 75% of the original piano finish with scattered minor handling wear. The case exterior is in good overall condition. The case lid shows moderate handling wear with hair-line cracks along the top edge and right side and a 1/2-inch chip on the right side near the lower reinforcement. The brass inscription plate and reinforcements on the lid and sides have a dark, untouched patina. The reinforcements on the back of the case body are loose. The case interior remains in very good condition. The felt lining is clean and un-faded. The only visible wear is faint compression marks from contact with the pistol. This is a good looking, original example of a scarce New Haven Arms Company Volcanic No. 2 Navy Pistol with inscribed factory case.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

New Haven Arms Co. Volcanic Lever Action No. 1 Pocket Pistol

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 688)

Desirable New Haven Arms Co. Volcanic Lever Action No. 1 Pocket Pistol

This is one of an estimated 850 No. 1 pocket pistols with a 3 1/2 inch barrel manufactured by the New Haven Arms Co., New Haven, Connecticut, in 1857/58. The pistol has the distinctive octagon barrel with integral six-shot magazine, round finger hole in the lever and flat bottom grips. The pistol is fitted with a pinched blade front sight on the barrel and a notch rear sight at the rear of the frame. The top barrel flat is marked "NEW HAVEN CONN. PATENT FEB. 14. 1854." The deletion of "VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS CO." from the barrel legend occurred after Oliver Winchester assumed control of the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. and re-organized it as the New Haven Arms Company on May 1, 1857. Both grip panels are numbered to the gun. Includes a modern French cut wooden display case. Volcanic firearms are historically significant and represent an important step in the development of American repeating firearms and self-contained cartridges. The lever action and integral spring-loaded magazine introduced with Volcanic pistols and carbines served as the basic design for the Henry rifle and the Winchester Model 1866, 1873 and 1876 rifles. Oliver Winchester's investment in the Volcanic Repeating Arms Company eventually led to the establishment of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Included with lot is a modern made custom wood presentation style case.

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrel and magazine tube retain 50% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The brass frame has a highly attractive mellow aged appearance and has tight fitting side plates. The grips are fine with high edge wear on both lower panels and some minor dings and scratches. The magazine spring is absent. Mechanically functions fine. A solid representative example of a Volcanic pistol for your Winchester or American antique firearms collection.

Volcanic Repeating Arms Company No. 2 Navy Pistol

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 688)

Very Fine Volcanic Repeating Arms Company No. 2 Navy Pistol

This No. 2 Navy Pistol was manufactured by the Volcanic Repeating Arms Company c. 1856. The pistol has the distinctive octagon barrel with integral 10-shot magazine, brass receiver and loading lever with finger hole. The Type I barrel has a brass half-moon front sight blade and brass, clam-shell magazine follower. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped: "THE VOLCANIC/REPEATING ARMS CO./PATENT NEWHAVEN CONN. FEB. 14. 1854" in three lines. The brass receiver has semi-circular cut-outs at the front and back of the ejection port, a dove-tail mounted rear sight and hammer with coarse-knurled spur. The pistol has two-piece walnut grips with flared butts. The serial number is stamped: (1) on the right side of the loading lever, (2) right side of the butt beneath the grips and (3) on the inside of both grips. All of the visible serial numbers match. An "X" inspection mark is stamped on the left side of the loading lever. The barrel has a high polish blue finish, the receiver is natural brass, the hammer and lever are color casehardened, and the rear sight, bolt, trigger and cartridge elevator are fire blue. The walnut grips have a varnished piano finish. The Volcanic Repeating Arms Company manufactured approximately 1500 No. 2 Navy Pistols with eight-inch barrels before the company was forced to declare bankruptcy and was reorganized by Oliver Winchester as the New Haven Arms Company in 1857.

Class: Antique

Very fine. This pistol retains 85% of the original blue finish on the barrel and integral magazine. Finish wear is limited to some scattered age spotting and thinning along the bottom of the magazine shroud. The edges of the barrel flats are sharp and the barrel legend is crisp and deep. The attractive aged brass receiver is also very fine with perfect side plate joints, minimal handling marks and a very attractive, un-touched patina. The bolt, cartridge elevator, trigger and rear sight retain significant amounts to fire blue finish in protected areas. The hammer and loading lever have 70% of the casehardened finish. The grips are fine and have most of the original piano finish with scattered handling marks. This is an exceptional example of a scarce and desirable Volcanic Repeating Arms Company No. 2 Navy Pistol.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

New Haven Arms Co./Volcanic Repeating Arms Advertising Poster

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 688)

New Haven Arms Co./Volcanic Repeating Arms Advertising Poster

The headline of the poster reads "VOLCANIC/REPEATING FIRE ARMS,/MANUFACTURED BY THE/NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY,/NEW HAVEN, CONN./(PATENTED, 1854.) The advertisement praises Volcanic pistols and rifles for their modernity and expresses their superiority over cap and ball revolvers. It also shows a price list for the different models as well as two testimonials of Volcanic Arms in sea service. It is dated "October, 1859". The poster measures 12x18 1/2 inches and is stored between two sheets of plexiglass.

Class: Other

Very fine. The poster shows very little wear and is completely legible. There are slight areas of discoloration in the top left corned and underneath the price list with one faint fold line in the center.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Volcanic Repeating Arms Advertising Poster

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 688)

Volcanic Repeating Arms Advertising Poster

The poster shows a patent drawing of a Volcanic Pistol along with the company name at the top of the page. The body of the text explains how to load, fire, clean, and maintain the Volcanic Pistol and explain the new type of ammunition. The other side is listing reasons one should be interested in the pistol and singing the praise of the new action over traditional percussion revolvers as well as an ammunition price list. The back is also marked for James Carlton, an agent for Volcanic in Baltimore, MD. The poster measures some 10x12 inches and is between plexiglass.

Class: Other

The upper and lower halves of the page have separated but nearly all of the text is still legible. There is some light staining. Overall in fine condition for a piece its age.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Winchester Single "W" Cartridge Display Board

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 688)

Very Fine Desirable Winchester Single "W" Cartridge Display Board

This Winchester Repeating Arms "W" cartridge board was manufactured around the 1890s and measures approximately 30 x 42 inches not counting the outer oak frame. The cartridges and components represented range from the tiny bb cap to the massive 4 gauge and total over 100 items not counting the individual caps. The most desirable cartridge on the board is the extremely rare 70-150 caliber that was intended for use in the Model 1887 shotgun, but never put into production. The main cartridge display forms a large "W" clearly signifying Winchester, and the background has attractive vignettes of a western hunter on the plains firing a Winchester while using his horse for cover and two hunters armed with Winchesters in a winter scene while the center has a brace of ducks suspended from the "H" trademark. The board has been installed in an outer non-factory replacement frame with an approximate total measurement: 40 x 53 1/4 inches.

Class: Other

Very good with a few scattered minor blemishes, some slight warping, and some scattered minor handling/storage marks on the frame. All the cartridges appear to be present.

Winchester Model 1873 .22 Short Rifle

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 688)

Exceptional Documented Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable .22 Short Caliber with Factory Letter

Per the included factory letter, the serial number for this rifle was applied on September 13, 1893 and the rifle was received in the warehouse on December 23, 1893 and shipped on January 30, 1894 with an octagon barrel in .22 Short and plain trigger. The barrel is fitted with a dovetailed blade front sight and an elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line address/patent dates legend ahead of the rear sight and "22 SHORT" at the breech. The "MODEL 1873" marked upper tang has a 62-B sight which was made for the Model 1873. The third model receiver has an integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrations at the rear. The cartridge elevator is marked "22 CAL./SHORT." The serial number is marked on the lower tang. The hammer, lever and buttplate are casehardened. The remaining surfaces are blued. The forearm and straight grip stock are nicely figured walnut. The buttstock is fitted with a solid crescent buttplate.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 90% strong original blue finish. 85% original case colors remain on the hammer and buttplate. The wood very fine with some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. A high condition Model 1873 in .22 Short that will be a welcome addition to your Winchester collection.

Special Order Half Nickel Winchester Deluxe Model 1890 Rifle

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 688)

Special Order Half Nickel Winchester Deluxe Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle in .22 Short with Rare Birds Eye Maple Checkered Pistol Grip Stock

Manufactured in 1919. Lyman combination front and Lyman No. 6 two leaf rear sights, sixth style barrel inscription, Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, blue barrel, magazine tube, and trigger, nickel plated receiver, trigger guard assembly, breech bolt, hammer, and buttplate, Third Model receiver with exposed locking lugs, standard markings on the upper tang, and matching numbers on the lower tang and receiver. Fancy figured special order birds eye maple, 12 groove slide handle and checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, and crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang, end of the buttstock, and inside of the buttplate are marked with matching assembly number "775".

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine. The barrel and magazine tube retain 85% original blue, mild edge wear, and scattered small dings. The receiver retains 85% original bright nickel finish with some areas of frosting, scattered dark spotting, and visible flaking on the breech bolt. The wood is very fine with attractive, tight birds eye pattern, well-defined checkering, some small dings, and 85% original nickel with the balance a dark brown patina on the heel of the buttplate. Mechanically fine.

Winchester Deluxe Model 1890 Rifle with Swiss Buttplate

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 688)

Documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle with Rare Swiss Buttplate

The included factory letter confirms the serial number, .22 WRF caliber, checkered pistol grip stock, special order sights, Swiss buttplate, and October 16, 1899 date of shipment. The letter further states the rifle was returned to the factory for unspecified repairs on November 4, 1899. Beach combination front and Lyman flip up rear peep sight on the upper tang, filler block in the rear sight dovetail, second style barrel inscription, "22 W.R.F." caliber marking on top flat at the breech, Winchester proofs correctly absent, and three-line maker, model, and patent marking on the upper tang. Fancy XXX figured walnut 12 groove slide handle and checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, and nickel plated Swiss buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is stamped "8076 XXX" with the matching assembly number "8076" on the end of the stock and inside of the buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 95% blue finish on the barrel, some light edge wear, and some small scratches and dings visible on the right side. The receiver has 90% vivid case colors, and some light silvering on the edges. The highly figured wood is also very fine with crisp checkering, small scattered dings and scratches, and some edge wear visible on the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle in .22 L.R. Shot

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 688)

Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle in Desirable .22 L.R. Shot Only with Very Scarce Non-Counterbored "Straight Through" Smoothbore Barrel

Manufactured in 1956. Single bead sight, standard barrel markings, Winchester WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, serrated trigger and hammer lock, groove top receiver for scope mounting, and matching numbers on the receiver and trigger guard assembly. A similar "straight through" smoothbore rifle is pictured on page 48 of "Winchester Slide Action Rifles: Volume II" by Ned Schwing and Schwing notes that they may be rarer than the scarce Routledge bored rifles! 17 groove slide handle and smooth pistol grip stock with checkered blue steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent with 97% plus bright original blue finish with mild retraction wear and some scattered light handling marks. The reoiled wood is very fine with a few very small scattered dings. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle in Desirable .22 WRF

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 688)

Winchester Model 1890 Slide Action Rifle in Desirable .22 WRF

Manufactured in 1910. Beaded blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights, fifth style barrel inscription, Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, 1911 patent magazine tube with reinforcing collar, Third Model receiver with exposed locking lugs, "W.R.F." marking on front of receiver, standard three-line marking on the upper tang, and matching numbers on the lower tang and receiver. 12 groove slide handle and plain straight grip stock with casehardened steel crescent buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent with 95% plus bright original blue finish remaining, some traces of brown patina on the trigger guard, small scratches, and mild handling marks. The wood is also excellent with some small dings and scratches, and vibrant restored case colors on the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 688)

Excellent Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1951. Has a nickel bead front sight, Williams dove tail filler, and an elevation adjustable tang mounted rear sight. The barrel has the three line legend, two line model/caliber marking and is stamped with the "W/P" in an oval proofmark at the breech end. This proofmark is repeated at the front of the top of the receiver. Mounted on a 17 groove flat bottom walnut forearm and smooth pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus bright original blue finish with a few minor handling marks. The stock is also excellent with a few minor dings at the heel. Mechanically excellent.

Nickel Plated Winchester Model 90 Slide Action Gallery Rifle

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 688)

Rare and Well-Documented Special Order Nickel Plated Winchester Model 90 Slide Action Gallery Rifle in .22 Short

Lyman beaded (bead absent) blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights, tenth style barrel inscription, Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, Third Model receiver with exposed locking lugs, full nickel plated finish (with the exception of the blued sights) including the hammer trigger, screws, and buttplate, standard markings on the upper tang, and matching numbers on the receiver and lower tang. The magazine has the correct triangular gallery loading port. 12 groove slide handle and plain walnut straight grip stock with crescent buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 80% of the bright original nickel remaining, areas of spotting and dark patina. The wood is very fine with some small scattered dings. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Takedown Rifle

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 688)

Spectacular Documented Factory Panel Scene Engraved Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle in "Winchester Engraving"

Manufactured in 1914. This Model 1894 is pictured and identified in R.L. Wilson's "Winchester Engraving" on page 270 as being factory engraved: "Serial range 705000 Takedown rifle was done in Style Number 9, the forend and pistol grip buttstock were made of select walnut and checkered in Style H. .30-30 caliber." The rifle is also pictured and identified in George Madis' "The Winchester Book" on page 413. Madis notes that the rifle is "an excellent example of style 9 engraving coverage" and stresses the well executed "shading of the game and scenes" and part octagon barrel with full magazine as "a combination that is highly prized by Winchester collectors since it is rarely found. The engraving on the receiver consists of floral scrollwork on punch dot background, zig-zag line and dot borders and a stag scene in a circular panel on each side. Additional flourishes of scrollwork appear on the barrel at the breech, top of the receiver, behind the hammer, forend cap, and buttplate tang. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail beaded blade front sight and elevation adjustable rear sight and is stamped with the two-line address/patent date marking, two-line nickel steel marking and ".30 W.C.F." on the upper left flat. The Winchester factory oval proofs are surrounded by scrollwork on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three-line model/trade mark information. The checkered forearm and pistol grip stock are "X" deluxe walnut. The buttstock is fitted with a hard rubber Winchester grip cap and a crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is marked "320 X." The assembly number "320" is repeated on the butt of the stock under the buttplate and back of the buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Mint. A condition classification we virtually never use. A 107 year old time capsule that would be impossible to improve upon. Carpe diem.

Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 .22 Short Rifle with Freund Sight

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 688)

Exceptional Documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in Highly Desirable .22 Short Caliber with Freund Sight and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the octagon barrel in .22 caliber, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stock and casehardened receiver. This outstanding condition rifle was received in the warehouse on August 7, 1886 and shipped the same day. The rifle is fitted with a gold combination Beach front sight, a highly desirable Freund elevation adjustable rear sight and Vernier tang sight graduated from 0 to 75 on the left side. Like many in the American firearms industry in the 18th and 19th centuries, the Freund brothers Frank W. and George were German immigrants. They had various temporary shop locations as they followed the Union Pacific westward and established more permanent shops in Denver, Colorado, and Cheyenne, Wyoming, where they regularly modified firearms, particularly Sharps rifles, to fit their customer's needs. They sold rifles to the likes of generals Philip Sheridan, George Cook, and Theodore Roosevelt. In addition to mechanical alterations and creating new configurations, the Freunds also designed new sights. The rear sight is marked "F.W. FREUND/PATENT." The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line Winchester legend ahead of the rear sight and "22 CAL" at the breech. The cartridge elevator is marked "22 CAL/SHORT." The serial number is marked on the lower tang. The third model receiver has an integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrations at the rear. The hammer, lever, receiver, forend cap and buttplate are casehardened. The remaining surfaces are blued. The forearm and pistol grip stock are nicely figured "XXX" deluxe walnut and are checkered. The buttstock has an ebony grip insert and a solid crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is marked "485 XXX 22." The assembly number "485" is repeated on the stock inlet and buttplate.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine. The barrel and magazine retain 85% original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance and some light pitting towards the muzzle. 85% original blue remains on the dust cover. 80% plus original case colors remain on the receiver. The remaining surfaces retain 80% original case colors with the most vivid colors on the lever. The wood is fine with minor dings and scratches, crisp checkering overall and most of the original varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent. An exceptional documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 .22 Short Lever Action Rifle with highly desirable upgraded F.W. Freund sight that is well deserving of the most advanced lever action collections.

Factory Engraved Winchester Deluxe Model 1903 Rifle

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 688)

Extremely Rare, Exceptional, Finest Known Special Order Documented Angelo Stokes Factory Panel Scene Engraved Winchester Deluxe Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Winchester Gun Museum Letter

This very interesting Winchester Model 1903 features a highly unusual, possibly one-of-a-kind documented embellishment by Winchester factory Master Engraver Angelo Stokes who was known for his meticulous, highly detailed work that is certainly showcased on this rifle. The accompanying Winchester Gun Museum letter dated May 15, 1967 and addressed to noted firearms dealer and expert Herb Glass, Sr. confirms the .22 Auto caliber, checkered fancy English walnut pistol grip stock, and factory engraved motifs including the royal flush of hearts, Nonanturn Clubhouse and scrollwork on the rear sight by Stokes. The rifle was shipped on December 23, 1903. Although an official production total for factory engraved Winchester 1903s is unknown, Winchester author and expert George Madis pointed out the difficulty of finding a factory engraved Model 1903, explaining, "The rare customer who wanted engraving was usually content to have Winchester engrave the standard scenes offered" ("The Winchester Book", page 552). For the Model 1903 these "standard scenes" were small game. Cottontails were especially popular. While the receiver to this Model 1903 is adorned with common factory floral scroll and border motifs, the scenes are anything but ordinary. As confirmed by the factory letter, the left side of the receiver features a royal flush of hearts in a circular panel and the right side of the receiver features the Nonanturn Clubhouse on the waterfront in a circular panel. Nonanturn is likely a misspelling of Nonantum Club, which was a fishing club organized out of New Haven, Connecticut, circa 1892. The club leased lands next to the lake village of La Bouchette in Quebec, Canada, a perfect setting for the lakefront cabin depicted in the engraving. Additional scrollwork decorates the forend cap, rear sight, trigger guard and buttplate. The checkered forearm and pistol grip stock are deluxe walnut. The stock is fitted with a hard rubber Winchester grip cap.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 97% plus bright original blue finish with high edge wear on top of rear frame. The engraving is crisp. The wood is also excellent with some minor dings and scratches and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. Factory engraved Model 1903s are missing from even the most advanced Winchester collections. This high condition deluxe Model 1903 with its special order, highly personalized embellishment is a true rarity in Winchester collecting.

Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring 44 WCF Carbine

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 688)

Outstanding Turn of the Century Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine in Highly Desirable .44 W.C.F. with Factory Letter

This exceptional Winchester Model 1892 carbine comes with the accompanying factory letter which states the serial number for this carbine was applied on March 7, 1900, confirms the .44 caliber and states the carbine was received in the warehouse on March 14, 1900 and shipped the next day. It has the two-line address and "44 W.C.F." marked on the barrel, three-line model/trademark/patent date marked on the upper tang, and serial number on the bottom of the receiver. Fitted with pinned blade front and folding ladder rear sights, and a saddle ring on the left of the receiver. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a carbine buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retains 95% plus bright original high polish blue finish and 90% vivid original case colors. 90% of the bright original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The wood is also excellent with a few minor storage dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. This is one of the finest Winchester Model 1892 Saddle ring carbines RIAC has ever had the pleasure of selling!

Winchester Model 1901 Lever Action Shotgun

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 688)

Exceptional Winchester Model 1901 Lever Action Shotgun

Manufactured in 1916. Single bead sight, choked full and 3 inch chamber. The left side of the barrel has the two-line address/patent dates followed by "MODEL 01. 10 GA". The left side of the frame has the ''WRA CO." logo and the upper tang is marked "REG.IN U.S. PAT. OFF/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK-". Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent with 98% plus of the bright original blue finish, scattered small dings, very clear markings and sharp edges. The wood is also excellent with some scattered small handling marks and a small gouge on the right slab near the forend tip. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle with Extra Long Barrel

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 688)

Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1883. The accompanying factory letter confirms the round barrel in .45-60 caliber but does not mention the extra length, and plain trigger. the rifle was received in the warehouse on August 25, 1885 and shipped on August 28. The rifle is chambered for the .45-60 W.C.F. cartridge and has a 28-inch round barrel. (No factory letter available to verify). The barrel has a special order front sight with set screw and nickel-silver blade. The original rear sight has been replaced with a Winchester adjustable folding leaf rear sight. The rifle has a blued barrel, magazine and receiver. The hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The walnut stock and forearm are oil-finished. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S--IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER. 16. 1860" ahead of the rear sight. The top of the barrel is stamped: "CAL. 45-60" between the rear sight and the receiver. The bottom of the cartridge elevator is marked with the caliber "45-60". The top of the receiver is roll-stamped: "{MODEL 1876}" with foliate decorations at either end of the marking. The serial number is located on the lower receiver tang behind the loading lever latch. The Third Model receiver has an integral dust cover rib and dust cover with serrated edges.

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrel retains 50% original blue and has some muzzle wear and dings along the left side at the end of the forearm area with some scattered finish loss on the top ahead of the rear sight. The magazine tube retains most of a professionally applied reblued finish. The receiver has 60% of the original blue finish with edge wear on the side plates and the contact areas of the upper and lower receiver. The hammer and sides of the loading lever have most of the original casehardened finish. The contact areas on the bottom and inside of the loading lever have faded to a silver-gray. The buttplate has a dark brown patina with patches of darker age discoloration. There is a hairline crack that runs the full length of the bottom of the forearm. The revarnished stock and forearm appear to have been sanded long ago and remain good overall. Mechanically excellent. This is a very good example of a Winchester Model 1876 Third Model Rifle with 28-inch round barrel.

One of One Hundred Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 688)

Incredibly Rare and Historically Significant Documented First Shipped and Silver Banded One of One Hundred Winchester Model 1876 "Centennial" Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

As Edmund E. Lewis wrote in "The Story of the Winchester 1 of 1000 and 1 of 100 Rifles," "Although far less famous than the 1 of 1000, the 1 of 100 is significantly more rare in either the Model 1873 or Model 1876." Lewis in his book identified eight 1 of 100 1876s manufactured, and R.L. Wilson in "The Winchester 1 of 1000" identified seven. Given this, they very rarely come available, making these 1 of 100 rifles incredibly difficult to find despite being a must have for any advanced collection of antique Winchester lever actions. On page 119 of the first book, this rifle is pictured and discussed. Lewis notes that five of the eight rifles are known, and illiterates four in his book, though one appears potentially spurious. Its also important to note that this rifle, 470, appears to be the only silver banded example of known 1876 1 of 100's. We could only find four examples published including the aforementioned unconfirmed example. It is the very first 1 of 100 Model 1876 shipped, and Lewis states that the factory ledgers list it with an octagon barrel, plain trigger, "BH & Oat" sights, and shipped on September 20, 1877, in order 9979. The same information is confirmed in the included factory letter which clarifies the "BH" is a buckhorn sight. Lewis indicates this rifle was reported during the "Winchester '73" motion picture search for Model 1873 1 of 1,000 rifles by T.H. Baker of Alma, Nebraska, and the rifle was originally owned by Robert Axtell Welts who was born on November 7, 1855, near Detroit, Michigan. He left home in 1876 after a family dispute over land and went to the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He later returned to Michigan and worked in logging and operated a sawmill. The rifle was kept by his daughter after his death in 1941 and it passed down to his grandson Lowell Hawkinson, and his great grandson Ronald Hawkinson in 1987. It was later in the Warren Anderson collection. The fact that Welts went to the Centennial Exposition as a young man is an important piece of information. Winchester debuted the famous Model 1876 at the World's Fair in Philadelphia as the "Centennial Rifle." It was the company's first large frame rifle but was relatively quickly made obsolete by the introduction of the stronger Model 1886 just a decade later and discontinued in 1898 at the end of a run of just 63,871 guns. Though limited in production, these rifles are known to have been used and well-loved by those who owned them. The barrel has the distinctive "One of One Hundred" inscription in script surrounded by factory scroll engraving on the breech section along with a silver band at the breech, a silver blade front sight with dovetailed base, the two-line "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866. October 16. 1860" marking, and a dovetailed U-notch rear sight. The rifle lacks caliber markings which is correct given the early Model 1876s were all in .45-75 W.C.F., and all of the 1 of 100 Model 1876s were in this caliber. It has the First Model open top frame with "Model. 1876." on the upper tang and script "470" on the lower tang. It has a plain trigger as noted in the ledger and a standard grade walnut straight grip stock and forearm with iron forend cap and buttplate with brass sliding compartment lid (compartment empty).

Class: Antique

Very good with traces of original blue finish in the protected areas such as the underside of the barrel where it is protected by the magazine tube and around the side plates, and otherwise gray and brown patina, some light pitting, and general mild overall wear. The wood is also very good and has moderate age and handling related wear, some small flakes at the edges, and moderate scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. This is a possibly once in a lifetime opportunity to own the very first One of One Hundred Winchester Model 1876 Rifle known.

Winchester Model 92 Lever Action Short Rifle

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 688)

Rare and Desirable Winchester Model 92 Lever Action Short Rifle with 20 Inch Barrel

Manufactured in 1927, this very unique late production Model 92 shows Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver. The upper left flat of the barrel has the standard model, trademark, and caliber marking, while the upper right flat has the two-line address. The upper tang is marked with the three-line Winchester trademark and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. Dovetailed blade front sight, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight (elevator absent), and a smooth straight grip stock with crescent buttplate. The forearm is of the correct 8 3/8 inch length as standard on short rifles with barrels of 18 to 22 inches. According to Madis in "The Winchester Book", only one of every 850 Model 1892's produced was in short rifle configuration. The only special order features listed by Madis that were more rare than a shorter than standard barrel are plated finishes, factory engraving/inscription, and longer than standard barrels.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine, retains 85% plus original blue finish overall with a light speckling of grey patina and light high edge wear visible on the receiver. The elevator for the rear sight is absent. The wood is also excellent with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. An exceptional Winchester Model 1892 in the rare short rifle configuration!

Winchester Model 94 Carbine with Stainless Steel Barrel

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 688)

Exceptional Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Extremely Rare Stainless Steel Barrel and Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1929, this carbine is fitted with a rare stainless steel barrel with Japanned black finish. These stainless steel barrels were very short lived and unpopular because the finish tended to wear off very easily. The left rear of the barrel is marked "-MODEL 94-WINCHESTER/-TRADEMARK-" and "-STAINLESS STEEL-" followed by "32 W.S.", the right rear is marked with the two-line address and the Winchester oval proof is marked on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang is marked "WINCHESTER/-TRADE MARK-/-MADE IN U.S.A.-" and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. Pinned blade front sight and folding ladder rear sight graduated to 200 yards. Full length magazine, saddle ring and stud on the left side of the receiver, blue remaining parts and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. The factory letter states the serial number was applied on July 23, 1930.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent. The barrel retain 95% original black Japanned finish with some muzzle wear and a few minor scratches. The remaining parts retain 90% plus original blue finish with some edge wear and a few light scratches. The high points of the barrel bands show normal wear and have a smooth brown and gray patina on the exposed areas. The wood is also excellent with a few overall scattered minor dings and handling marks. The buttplate has strong original blue finish remaining with a smooth mottled brown patina on the balance. The markings remain sharp. The action is excellent. both an exceptional and extremely rare stainless steel barreled Winchester Model 94 Saddle Ring Carbine.

Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 688)

Attractive Documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable .45-90 W.C.F. with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter for this deluxe Winchester Model 1886 rifle confirms the octagon barrel in .45-90 caliber, set trigger and checkered pistol grip stock. The rifle was received in the warehouse on December 28, 1889 and shipped six years later on December 28, 1895. Dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights on a barrel stamped with the two-line Winchester New Haven address ahead of the rear sight and "45-90 W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is stamped "-MODEL 1886-". The lower tang has the two-line patent dates marking and the serial number. The frame, hammer, lever, forend cap and buttplate have the desirable casehardened finish. The loading gate is niter blue. The barrel and full length magazine are blued. The forearm and pistol grip stock are highly figured deluxe "XXX" walnut and feature multi-point "H" style checkering. The pistol grip has an ebony insert, and the buttstock is fitted with a crescent buttplate. The left side of the lower tang is marked "252 XXX." The assembly number "252" is repeated on the stock inlet and buttplate.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 70% original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance and some patches of dark pitting in an area behind the front sight. The vast majority of the original blue finish remains on the bolt. 80% original niter blue remains on the loading gate. The frame retains 95% vivid original case colors. 90% original case colors remain on the forend cap, hammer, lever and buttplate. The wood is also very fine with a small, barely noticeable, chip at the lower tang, a slight stress line at the upper tang, slightly undersized forearm, minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. A highly attractive factory documented Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 rifle in desirable .45-90 WCF that will make a great addition to any lever action collection no matter how advanced.

Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Carbine

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 688)

Outstanding and Desirable Winchester Third Model 1873 Lever Action Carbine with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms this Model 1873 as a carbine in .44 caliber. The carbine was received in the warehouse on January 22, 1902 and shipped on May 29. This carbine has the Third Model receiver with integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated edges. The barrel has a block mounted front sight located behind the upper barrel band and folding, adjustable leaf rear sight. A staple mounted saddle ring is located on the left side of the receiver. The upper tang is factory drilled and tapped for a rear sight. The buttplate has a sliding brass trapdoor, and the butt trap contains a three-piece jointed steel cleaning rod. The barrel, magazine, barrel bands and receiver have a commercial blue finish. The hammer, lever and carbine style buttplate are color casehardened. The stock and forearm are oil-finished straight grain walnut. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860." The top of the barrel between the rear sight, and the receiver is stamped with the caliber designation: "44 W.C.F." "44 CAL" is stamped in script letter on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. The serial number "551052B" is stamped in script on the lower tang between the lever latch and the tang screw. The upper tang is roll-stamped: "-MODEL 1873-" in fancy letters with foliate devices at either end.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent. The carbine retains 90% thinning original blue finish and shows only very limited storage wear. The barrel, magazine tube and barrel bands retain 97% of the original blue finish. The blue finish on the receiver and upper tang has a few scattered and very minor storage marks. The blue finish on the top of the receiver on either side of the dust cover rail and the upper tang has thinned slightly. The left side of the receiver has the usual scuff marks from contact with the saddle ring. The case colors on the lever have a brown patina. The case colors on the buttplate and hammer are vivid. The stock is in excellent plus condition with very minor scratches and dents. The forearm has scratches and dents. This is an excellent example of an original Winchester Model 1873 carbine that shows only very minor storage wear. Model 1873 carbines with this amount of high condition are very scarce!

Special Order Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Rifle

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 688)

Special Order Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1905 with special order half octagon barrel marked with the standard two-line address/patent date, two-line nickel steel marking, and "32 W.S." at the breech. The barrel and receiver are also marked with factory oval proofs at the breech. The upper tang is marked with the three line model/trademark marking, and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. The left side of the lower tang is marked "1716 CF", while the toe of the buttplate and stock under the buttplate are marked "1617". Fitted with dovetailed combination front, elevation adjustable "SMOKELESS" marked notch rear, and tang mounted peep sights. Mounted with a straight grain, checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap and crescent buttplate. The included factory letter states the rifle was received in the warehouse on September 22, 1906 and shipped on September 24 with a half octagon barrel in .32 WS, plain trigger, plain, checkered pistol grip stock, half magazine and takedown configuration, and was returned to the factory for repair on August 30, 1911.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, retains 75% original blue finish, faint traces of original case color patterns, and 30% original nitre blue on the loading gate with the balance mostly a mottled dark grey-brown patina. The lightly reoiled wood is very good with a few scattered light dings and scratches, and a small repair in the bottom of the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .22 Long

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 688)

Desirable Antique Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle in .22 Long Caliber

Manufactured in 1896 as a Third Model, the barrel has the two-line address/King's patent marking and caliber marking at the breech and on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. The upper tang is marked with the model designation and the serial number is on the lower tang. Fitted with German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. Winchester manufactured approximately 19,552 Model 1873s in .22 short or .22 long between 1884 and 1904.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retains 75% of the original blue finish and strong traces of the original case colors on the hammer and lever with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina and some scattered minor dings. The wood is fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action NRA Musket

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 688)

Excellent Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action NRA Musket

Manufactured in 1912. These N.R.A. muskets were made to comply with the specifications of the National Rifle Association of America's "any military arm" matches with special 24 inch barrels, Krag style rear sights, and special flat buttplates. It has standard markings including a Winchester factory oval proof on the receiver ring above the "30/1903" caliber marking. "NRA" is stamped on the left side of the chamber. Fitted with a beaded blade W.F. Sheard front sight and a folding ladder rear sight graduated to 2,000 yards. Mounted with a finger grooved forearm and straight grip stock with the flat NRA style buttplate. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a leather sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original blue finish with smooth brown patina on the balance and a couple patches of pitting. The wood is very fine with a series of minor dings on the underside of the forearm, otherwise minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever Action Rifle

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 688)

Historic Engraved New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever Action Rifle Presentation Inscribed to Henry E. Darby with Documentation

This late production rifle was manufactured c. 1865 and is inscribed as being presented on May 6, 1867, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Henry E. Darby (1834-1890) from his friends. As outlined in detail in the included research binder, Henry E. Darby was a private in Company G of the 181st Regiment of Ohio Infantry. Included copies of some of Darby’s government records, including pension records, list him as a veteran of the 124th Indiana and 181st Ohio Infantry and indicate a first enlistment on May 9, 1864, in the former and as discharged from his first enlistment on September 2, 1864. He re-enlisted on September 23, 1864, in the 181st and served until final discharge in Columbus, Ohio, on June 16, 1865. The 181st Regiment of Ohio Volunteer Infantry was organized at Camp Dennison in Ohio in September-October of 1864 to serve for one year. They were ordered to Huntsville, Alabama, on the 24th of October and arrived on the 29th. They operated around Decatur, Alabama, in November and went by rail to Murfreesboro, Tennessee. In December, they participated in the defense of Murfreesboro against Confederate General Forest and also engaged with Confederate forces while foraging around Murfreesboro that month. They were assigned to the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Division, 23rd Army Corps on Christmas Eve and joined their command at Columbia, Tennessee, on December 29th. On January 2, 1865, they traveled to Goldsboro, North Carolina, where they joined up with Sherman’s forces. In April, they advanced on Raleigh, North Carolina, and they mustered out on July 14, 1865. Private Darby and his family appear to have returned to Indiana and then moved to Drakesburo, Kentucky. His daughters were born in Indiana in 1864 and 1866, and his son was born in in 1878, likely in Kentucky. There has been other conflicting information about Darby, but another included pension document from 1908 indicates Darby died on October 4, 1890, and was survived by his wife, Elizabeth Taylor, whom he married on December 16, 1859 in Dearborn County, Indiana. She followed him in death on July 12, 1920, and they are both buried in Hayden Cemetery in Drakesboro, Kentucky. The right side plate has "Henry E. Darby/From his Friends/Cincinnati Ohio, May 6, 1867," and the left side plate has a spread wing bald eagle and shield motif and banner inscribed "E PLURIBUS UNUM" based on the Great Seal of the United States. The sides of the frame are also engraved. The inscription and engraving are not factory and show signs of wear underneath suggesting they were added after the rifle had seen some use, but the quality is good. The barrel has a brass blade front sight, sling loop on the left, "HENRY'S PATENT OCT. 16. 1880/MANUFACTURED BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO. NEWHAVEN. CT." stamped on top ahead of the adjustable notch and ladder rear sight, and the serial number stamped on top at the breech. The left side of the buttstock has a sling swivel. A "W" is double stamped on the lower tang behind the lever thumb screw. The buttplate has a trapdoor compartment (empty).

Class: Antique

Very good with traces of original blue finish, mostly gray patina on the barrel, mild natural aged patina on the brass frame and buttplate, mix of dark brown and lighter gray patina on the lever, minor dings and scratches throughout, some patches of faint pitting on the barrel, light scratches from cleaning on the receiver, and general mild wear overall. The re-oiled stock is also fine and has some scrapes and faint hairline cracks in the wrist, small gap on the right side of the lower tang, and some dents and cracks at the toe. Mechanically fine. Overall a very attractive Civil War era Henry rifle inscribed for a Midwestern veteran of the war and dated to when the South was still occupied by U.S. troops.

Provenance: The Eisley Collection, Thurston Van Horn (twice), Ed Luke, Doug Jahnake, Rex Thrower and Property of a Gentleman

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 688)

Exceptionally Fine Antique Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the octagon barrel in .38 caliber, plain trigger and screw eyes. The rifle was received in the warehouse on April 24, 1896 and shipped on December 10, 1897. Combination Beach front sight, Marble filler block in the rear sight seat, and Marble tang sight. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two-line legend ahead of the rear sight and "38 WCF" at the breech. Sling eyelets are mounted on the underside of the forend cap and buttock. With a leather sling. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock. The buttstock is fitted with a crescent buttplate.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% plus original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. 70% original case colors remain on the hammer, lever and buttplate. 70% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The wood is fine with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. A desirable, high condition antique Winchester Model 1892 rifle.

Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle in .32-40 W.C.F.

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 688)

Excellent Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle in .32-40 W.C.F. with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1904 with standard markings. Fitted with dovetailed German silver blade front and elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. The included factory letter lists serial number application on 26 August 1904 and confirms the current configuration apart from the barrel which is listed as octagon, as well as receipt at the warehouse on 10 September 1904 and shipment on 6 October 1904 in order number 251547.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retains 95% plus blue finish, 80% of the original vivid case colors, and 70% original nitre blue on the loading gate with the balance a smooth grey patina. The wood is also very fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 688)

Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1901 with dovetailed German silver blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights. The top barrel flat is marked with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "25-20 W.C.F." at the breech. It has the three-line model/maker/patent marking on the upper tang, the serial number on the bottom of the receiver, full length magazine tube, blue finish with casehardened hammer and lever, and a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel crescent buttplate. The accompanying Cody Museum Records Office sheet verifies the rifle configuration, caliber, octagon barrel, plain trigger, serial number application date of March 27, 1901, and that it was shipped in order number 9562 on April 20, 1901.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine. The rifle retains 60% plus original blue finish showing some bright edge wear, some thinning to a gray and plum patina, and some minor scratches on the receiver. Most of the original vivid case colors remain on the hammer, and the lever is a mix of original case colors and a smooth gray patina. The refinished wood is very good with some scattered minor dents and scratches. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Rifle

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 688)

Documented Antique Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1897. The included factory letter lists the rifle in .30 caliber with a round barrel, plain trigger, oil finished checkered pistol grip stock, half (4 cartridge) magazine, and a rubber shotgun buttplate when received at the warehouse on 5 January 1898 and shipped the next day. The barrel has the two line address and caliber marking at the breech, model/trademark/patent dates on the upper tang, and serial number on the bottom of the receiver. The left of the lower tang is marked "5044 OFRB" and "5044" is faintly repeated in the stock inlet. It is fitted with a Lyman white beaded blade front sight, elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight, and a Marble tang mounted peep sight. Mounted with a finely figured "H" pattern checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with a hard rubber shotgun buttplate.

Class: Antique

Fine, retains 40% plus of the original blue finish, 30% of the original case colors, and 25% of the original nitre blue with the balance having thinned to a mostly smooth grey patina. The wood is very good with some scattered minor dings and scratches scattered throughout and mostly well-defined recut checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Inscribed Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1895 Rifle

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 688)

Special Order Winchester Deluxe Model 1895 Lever Action Short Rifle Inscribed to Competition Shooter Carrie F. Lamb with Factory Letter and Shooting Medals

Manufactured in 1900, with nickel steel barrel marking on the upper left and caliber marking at the breech. The left side of the receiver has the standard Winchester address and patent dates, partially obscured by the receiver mounted sight, and the right is engraved "C.F. Lamb./Cambridge, Mass." in script. The serial number is on the lower tang and there is a small crescent moon stamped in the upper interior surface of the lever. Fitted with a pinned beaded blade front sight (bead painted yellow), no provision for a rear sight on the barrel, and a Lyman peep sight mounted to the left of the receiver. Mounted with a finely figured "H" pattern checkered forearm with ebony insert in the Schnabel tip and a straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. Information provided by a previous consignor states that "C.F. Lamb" is Carrie F. Lamb, and an 1895 copy of the Cambridge Blue Book confirms a Carrie F. Lamb as a resident. Lamb died in 1954 and is remembered for "the somewhat unusual fact that she was very well known as a marksman and a hunter of caribou," as one friend remarked. She participated in hunting trips to Canada, was involved in various rifle and pistol organizations, had a collection of "first-class quality and workmanship" firearms such as this rifle and worked for the USO. Multiple issues of the Boston Globe from around the turn of the century list Lamb as competing and winning medals in various shooting competitions. The included factory letter lists the rifle in .30 caliber with a 22 inch barrel, fancy checkered stock, and Lyman front and receiver sights with no rear seat when received at the warehouse on 12 October 1900 and shipped the next day. Also included are a grouping of Boston area target shooting competition medals from around the turn of the century and some assorted boxes of .30-40 Krag ammunition.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, retains 50% plus of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina and a few scattered patches of extremely light surface pitting near the muzzle. The wood is also fine with some scattered slight flaking of the varnish and light dings, and mostly crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The medals are very good showing a generally attractive antique patina and some mild wear.

Winchester Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 688)

Exceptional and Highly Desirable Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the carbine configuration in .40-82 caliber and states the carbine was received in the warehouse on June 13, 1892 and shipped on November 28, 1892. According to research conducted by John T. Madl and presented in the summer 2018 issue of "The Winchester Collector", Winchester only manufactured 1,416 Model 1886 carbines chambered in .40-82 WCF caliber. The barrel is fitted with a pinned blade front sight and a folding ladder rear sight marked "1886" and graduated to 1,000 yards. The top of the barrel has the two-line address legend ahead of the rear sight and "40-82/W.C.F." at the breech. The upper tang is marked "-MODEL 1886-." The lower tang has the patent dates marking and the serial number. The receiver has the desirable casehardened finish. Mounted with a standard carbine forearm and buttstock with carbine buttplate.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine. The barrel, magazine and barrel bands retain 85% plus original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. The frame retains 75% plus original case colors. The bolt retains 90% original blue finish. The hammer, lever and buttplate retain 70% original case colors. 95% original blue remains on the loading gate. The wood is fine with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. An attractive and rare Model 1886 .40-82 WCF carbine missing from even the most advanced collections.

Engraved Hopkins & Allen XL No. 3 Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 688)

Factory Engraved Hopkins & Allen XL No. 3 Spur Trigger Revolver

Manufactured around the mid-1870s to 1880s. Near full coverage factory floral scroll engraving mixed with geometric patterns and subtle bestial designs.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 80% plus original nickel, scattered areas of oxidation, and some spots of flaking. The grips are also very fine with a few minor dings and scratches. Trigger does not always catch, otherwise mechanically functions fine.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Engraved Hood Firearms Centennial 1876 Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 688)

Exceptional Factory Engraved Hood Firearms Centennial 1876 Spur Trigger Revolver

Manufactured c. 1876. Near full coverage factory broad floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background with sunbursts ahead of the cylinder on the frame. Matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, butt, and grips.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 98% plus original nickel, scattered minor spotting, and minor handling evidence. The grips are very fine with some light age rings. Mechanically, the hammer retracts but does not rotate the cylinder.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Engraved Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 688)

Factory Engraved Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Spur Trigger Revolver

Manufactured around the 1870s-1890s. Near full coverage floral leaf engraving with accompanying punchdot scrolls. The leaves have been cut through the finish creating a nice contrast. Matching serial number marked on the bottom of the barrel, front of the cylinder, inside the right grip, and left side of the grip frame.

Class: Antique

Very fine overall, retaining 85% plus original nickel, some minor flaking in areas, heavy wear to the cylinder pin, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Hartley & Graham Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 688)

Documented Factory "Soft" Shipped Hartley & Graham Engraved Colt Black Powder Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a "soft finish," indicating this SAA left the factory in the white for engraving outside the factory, 4 3/4 inch barrel in .44-40 caliber and hard rubber stocks when shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York City on April 12, 1884 as part of a 20 unit delivery. The engraving consists of profuse bold scrollwork on a punch dot background. The top of the barrel has the two-line Hartford address, the left side of the frame has the three-line patent dates marking, and the left side of the trigger guard is marked "44 CF." The pearl grips feature a relief carved steer head on the right panel and were likely supplied by Hartley & Graham. The revolver has a gold over silver plated finish. Matching serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard and back strap.

Class: Antique

Fine as period New York retailer engraved and period replated. 40% of gold remains and 70% of the silver plating remains. The engraving is crisp. The grips are very good with a couple chips and crisp carving. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved Colt 1st Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 688)

Desirable, Texas Shipped Factory Engraved Colt First Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Relief Carved Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver the 5 ½ inch barrel in .45 caliber, silver finish (currently gold over silver plating), factory engraving and pearl grips with carved ox head motif (wide silver bands have been added to each panel towards the top). Colt historian and author R.L. Wilson noted, only "a few" SAAs had factory hand carved steer head motif grips. The relief carving is especially rare on pearl grips. The revolver was shipped to Cullum & Boren of Dallas, Texas, on June 17, 1912. The barrel has the one-line Hartford address on top and “45 COLT” inside a banner on the left side. The left side of the frame has the two-line patent dates marking inside a banner followed by a circled Rampant Colt. The right side of the trigger guard has a Colt factory rework star. Matching serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Estimates have placed only 2,500 1st Generation Colt SAAs of the 357,800 manufactured as factory engraved. Factory engraved Single Action revolvers are rare and highly desirable.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very good as period replated, retaining scattered traces of gold in the protected areas, heavier amounts of gold on the hammer and trigger and more than half of the silver with the balance a smooth gray patina. There is light pitting on the cylinder. The grips are very good with a chip near the bottom (right side) and crisp carving with added gold, metal, and jewel ornamentation. Mechanically fine.

Two L.A. Huffman Related Group Portrait Prints

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 688)

Two L.A. Huffman Related Group Portrait Prints

Both of these prints appear to have been done by famous Montana photographer L.A. Huffman. The larger of the two group portraits appears to include Huffman himself, as well as possibly other local notables. The back lists Huffman as one of the subjects as well as the names of the others (Huffman likely back row far left). The smaller photo is of Huffman's two young daughters, the front matting marked "HUFFMAN. MILES MONTANA." and back labelled "Bess Huffman/Ruth Huffman". The larger measures 10 x 12 inches including the matting, and the smaller is 6 1/2 x 5 1/2 including the matting.

Class: Other

The larger is fine with some mild wear, some minor discoloration/staining, and a few tears in the matting, and the smaller is very fine with minimal wear.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Four Documents Signed by or Related to L.A. Huffman

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 688)

Four Documents by or Related to L.A. Huffman

Included are four documents related to legendary Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931). 1) Not on Huffman letterhead describing the print "Sioux Chief Spotted Eagle's Village" and the situation in which the original photo was taken, possibly written by Huffman himself but unsigned. An example of this print is available in lot 3056. 2) Two-page letter on Huffman letterhead from L.A. Huffman to a Miss Snively regarding a decision she is making regarding a local school, dated 1900. 3) Note to Huffman from W.J. Johnston Jr. of the 10th Cavalry asking for a picture of him to be sent to a woman, dated 1894. 4) An example of Huffman postcard advertising a small image of his print "After the Buffalo Run, North Montana 1879".

Class: Other

All are fine or better with generally only light wear, a few stains, and clear text/imagery.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Large Grouping of Photographic Equipment Attributed to Huffman

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 688)

Historic Grouping of Mostly 19th Century Photographic Equipment and Personal Effects of L.A. Huffman: Photographer of the American West

This grouping of cameras and photographic equipment is attributed to the legendary Montana photographer, Laton Alton Huffman, with some of the pieces being marked as such. This equipment is very likely some of that used by Huffman to take many of his famous photographs documenting life in the American west. Included are two wooden camera frames that look very similar to those manufactured by Eastman, two desirable Prosch Triplex shutters, a Korona folding studio stand, a Huffman marked leather portfolio, a Huffman labelled tin containing numerous Huffman post cards and some period photographs, a tube containing two maps of oil fields, a briefcase with camera equipment, and various other camera components including film holders. The lot looks every bit the part of a late-19th or early-20th century photographers kit.

Class: Other

The equipment is good or better overall, showing generally mild wear and some mechanical parts needing adjustment. A very interesting grouping of early photographic history attributed to one of the most famous photographers of the American west!

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Self-Portrait Print by L.A. Huffman with Hat and Portfolio

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 688)

Framed Self-Portrait Print by L.A. Huffman with Hat and Huffman Marked Leather Portfolio

This grouping contains three very desirable pieces associated with the legendary Montana photographer, L.A. Huffman (1854-1931). Huffman is known for his photography portraying the changes in nature and lifestyle of the Montana frontier. The centerpiece of the lot is a self-portrait, almost certainly taken by Huffman himself, though no markings are visible. The portrait appears to have been taken later in his life, likely c. 1925-1931, and shows him wearing a pinstriped suit and a light colored wide brimmed hat. A very similar hat is included in the lot with John B. Stetson & Co. marked interior headband and a Jos. Sullivan Farm Implement and Heavy Hardware tag. Also included is a large leather photo portfolio marked "HUFFMAN PICTURES/MILES CITY 1878" and "THE INDIAN COWMAN/BUFFALO/SHEEPMAN PLOWMAN", a list of many of the subjects of his pictures.

Class: Other

The print is very fine with some scattered very light blemishes and some scattered light handling/storage marks on the frame. The hat is fair with extensive wear, crumpling, and a couple worn holes. The portfolio is very good with some mild wear.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Documented Pair of Nickel Plated Colt 1860 Army Revolvers

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 688)

Documented Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Shipped Pair of Nickel Plated Closely Serialized Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers with Slim Jim Holsters, Factory Letters, and Kopec Letters -A) Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver

Documented Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Shipped Pair of Nickel Plated Closely Serialized Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers with Slim Jim Holsters, Factory Letters, and Kopec Letters -A) Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver
These nickel plated Colt Model 1860 revolvers are only three serial numbers apart. The included factory letters include both of these revolvers as part of the same shipment of 50 on March 17, 1877 to Schuyler, Hartley and Graham of New York. The included John Kopec letter indicates that this revolver, serial number 176469, was purchased by Kopec on September 13, 1992, and the individual he purchased it from indicated that he acquired it from Sheriff Lloyd Low during the 1950s, who confiscated this revolver from an Indian on the Klamath Indian Reservation, near Chiliquin, Oregon during the late 1940s. A newspaper obituary for Lloyd Low, Sheriff of Klamath County, Oregon, is included that indicates he passed away at age 75 on October 9th, 1963 and states, "Lloyd Low first ran for sheriff in 1921 after an honorable discharge Oct. 27, 1919, from the Army. He served in World War I as a first sergeant overseas with the 302nd Division, Remount Squad Cavalry including the Army Occupation in Germany at the end of the war. He served in the sheriff's office for 24 years, earning statewide recognition for courage, undaunted approach to difficult duty and earnest devotion to his responsibilities. Mr. Low retired in 1948." Although both of the factory letters mention these revolvers as being shipped with blue finish, Kopec states this revolver and the other one in this lot are factory nickel. Kopec states, "The cylinder of this revolver is nickel plated and has a mismatched serial number '169'. It is believed that this revolver was shipped originally from the factory with this mismatched cylinder. The revolver appears to be totally correct except for the replaced barrel wedge and the brass tacks which had been added to both sides of the grips." The book "The Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver" by Charles Pate states on page 351, "Collector/author John Kopec has two nickel-plated NMA revolvers marked with the 'I.P.', and again, those pistols have matching wood stocks rather than ones made with ivory. The screws on these revolvers appear to have originally been blued. The author could not find inventory data on these two revolvers, SN 176469-I.P. and SN 176472-I.P., but both were in a shipment of 50 'Army P&B' (powder and ball) revolvers to Schuyler, Hartley & Graham on March 12, 1877. It is interesting to note that both the cylinders are mismatched... both match the pistols well in appearance." It has a German silver blade front sight and "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW YORK U.S. AMERICA.-" marked on top of the barrel. Matching numbers on the barrel, frame, and triggerguard. Properly hand-written matching number "6469" in black ink in the rear mortise of the grip. Includes leather slim jim holster.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
BBL: 8 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
Finish: nickel
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 176469
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine, retains 80% of the period Hartley & Graham retailer applied nickel plating with some areas of light flaking, and some dings on the barrel around the wedge. Crisp markings and cylinder scene. Grip is fair as tack decorated, with some tacks absent, finish wear, some hairline crack visible on the left, a repaired section on the bottom right front corner, some light scratches and minor chips. Mechanically fine. Included holster is very good with some mild age wear and cracking.

B) Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver
Reference A description. The included John Kopec letter indicates that this revolver, serial number 176472, was purchased by Kopec on July 7th, 1979, and the individual he purchased it from indicated it had been handed down from his great grandfather, Francis Howell of Springfield, Missouri. Kopec states "... the cylinder of this revolver #176472 is numbered '528'. It originated from another M1860 Army revolver #176528 that had been earlier shipped to J.P. Moores & Sons on March 12th 1877. There is no question that this revolver (and its mate) were both originally shipped with mismatching cylinders." German silver blade front sight and "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW YORK U.S. AMERICA.-" marked on top of the barrel. Matching numbers on the barrel, frame, and triggerguard. Properly hand-written matching number "6472" in black ink in the rear mortise of the grip. Includes leather slim jim holster.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: 1860 Army
BBL: 8 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
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James B. Hume 1864 Inscribed New Haven Arms Co. Henry Rifle

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 688)

Historic and Well-Documented Inscribed New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever Action Rifle Owned and Carried By One of the Old West’s Premier Lawmen, California Sheriff, Wells Fargo Detective, and Captor of Black Bart, James B. Hume, Formerly on Display at the Wells Fargo Museum for 33 years, Accompanied with Full Documentation

This Henry rifle is boldly inscribed with "James B. Hume" in script on the top of the action between the hammer and ejection port and "1864" on the top of the receiver at the breech. It also has a nickel-silver blade front sight, "HENRY'S PATENT OCT. 16 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO. NEWHAVEN. CT." marked on the barrel ahead of the notch and ladder rear sight, sling bar affixed by two screws on the left side of the barrel/magazine tub, corresponding sling swivel mounted on the left side of the buttstock, and matching serial numbers marked on the barrel on top at the breech, the left side of the lower tang, the upper stock mortise, both buttplate screws, and inside of the buttplate. An original four-piece cleaning rod is in the stock. This rifle is shown along with Humes magnificent gold and enamel badges from lot 50 on El Dorado County's website and also shown in the article "Black Bart: The Bloodless Bandit" by Lee Silva. In the article it is captioned as "One of Hume's favorite rifles was his .44 Henry. It is engraved on the top of the receiver 'James B. Hume 1864.' A copy of the article is included. Also included is an old typed document identifying the rifle as owned by Sheriff James B. Hume of El Dorado County. It indicates the rifle was sent by Hume to George Nail of the Somerset district because they did not have repeaters in the county at the time of the Bullion Bend robbery. Nail drowned in December 1884, and the document indicates the rifle was then owned by a man identified as McAfee. The writer indicates he got the gun from that man's son, Ernest McAfee. It is not signed. An included Geo. Rieber & Son Hardware receipt from January 19, 1921, notes $20 "Received of George Rieber on Acct of Gun. J.B Hume Gun. Ernest McAfee Send check to George Rollers. Very truly yours George Rieber. I am glad that I was able to get the gun for you." A December 14, 1950, dated letter from a Mrs. Sybil S. Jones to Wells Fargo Bank Historical Collection states that her uncle, H.P. Blanchard had loaned the rifle to the historical collection in 1943 and that her son Robert Blanchard Jones was authorized to claim and receive the rifle. A 1994 dated letter from Assistant Vice President Robert J. Chandler of Wells Fargo Bank states: "The History Department had on loan Jim Hume's Henry rifle, Serial #4905 from 1949 to 1982. In 1850, James Bunyon Hume (1827-1904) came to California with his brother John in search of gold. He started his career as a peace officer when he became a deputy tax collector in El Dorado County in 1860. In 1864, he was appointed the City Marshal of Placerville, California, and also hired as under sheriff of El Dorado County. He fought and killed members of the Confederate Bushwhackers known as the Ingram’s Rangers after they committed the Bullion Bend Robbery on June 30, 1864 and had also killed El Dorado County Deputy Sheriff Joseph Staples in a shootout at the Somerset House. In 1868, Hume was elected as El Dorado County sheriff. He was hired as a private detective by Wells, Fargo & Company in 1871, and worked for the company for the rest of his life with the exception of 11 months leave to serve as the deputy warden of the Nevada State Prison in Carson City after the warden was wounded when 29 inmates escaped. In 1873, Hume was promoted to Chief Special Officer and head detective of Wells, Fargo & Company and tasked with protecting their stages. Stage robberies were all too common despite the company's security measures. He employed state of the art techniques, including keeping an album of photos and detailed descriptions of robbers. The company offered $250 for the arrest and conviction of a robber in addition to 1/4 of the value of any valuables recovered. He became known as “the Sherlock Holmes of the Wild West” and continued to work for Wells Fargo until his death in 1904. By far Hume’s most famous case was his long pursuit of the famous stagecoach bandit Black Bart. During one of his robberies in 1880, Bart asked the stage driver to give James Hume his compliments. In 1882, he completed his 22nd holdup. During his 23rd, he was grazed by a shot fired by George Hackett, the man riding "shotgun." He kept on holding up stages nonetheless. On November 3, 1883 he held up the same stage, on the same route, at the same spot he had first robbed back in 1875. He watched Jimmy Rolleri exit the stage with a Henry rifle and then approached, demanded that stage driver Reason McConnell dismount and unhook the horses and take them over the hill. McConnell circled back and sho
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James B. Hume's El Dorado County Under Sheriff & Sheriff Badges

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 688)

Fabulous Pair of Historic and Beautifully Fashioned, Solid Gold and Enameled Sheriff and Under Sheriff Badges of James B. Hume, California Sheriff, Marshal and Head Detective of Wells Fargo and Company

These badges along with Hume's Henry rifle from the previous lot are shown on El Dorado County's website. In 1850, James Bunyon Hume (1827-1904) came to California with his brother John in search of gold. He started his career as a peace officer when he became a deputy tax collector in El Dorado County in 1860. In 1864, he was appointed the City Marshal of Placerville, California, and also hired as under sheriff of El Dorado County. He fought and killed members of the Confederate Bushwhackers known as the Ingram’s Rangers after they committed the Bullion Bend Robbery on June 30, 1864, and had also killed El Dorado County Deputy Sheriff Joseph Staples in a shootout at the Somerset House. In 1868, Hume was elected as El Dorado County sheriff. He was hired as a private detective by Wells, Fargo & Company in 1871, and worked for the company for the rest of his life with the exception of 11 months leave to serve as the deputy warden of the Nevada State Prison in Carson City after the warden was wounded when 29 inmates escaped. In 1873, Hume was promoted to Chief Special Officer and head detective of Wells, Fargo & Company and tasked with protecting their stages. Stage robberies were all too common despite the company's security measures. He employed state of the art techniques, including keeping an album of photos and detailed descriptions of robbers. The company offered $250 for the arrest and conviction of a robber in addition to 1/4 of the value of any valuables recovered. He became known as “the Sherlock Holmes of the Wild West” and continued to work for Wells Fargo until his death in 1904. By far Hume’s most famous case was his long pursuit of the famous stagecoach bandit Black Bart. During one of his robberies in 1880, Bart asked the stage driver to give James Hume his compliments. In 1882, he completed his 22nd holdup. During his 23rd, he was grazed by a shot fired by George Hackett, the man riding "shotgun." He kept on holding up stages nonetheless. On November 3, 1883, he held up the same stage, on the same route, at the same spot he had first robbed back in 1875. He watched Jimmy Rolleri exit the stage with a Henry rifle and then approached, demanded that stage driver Reason McConnell dismount and unhook the horses and take them over the hill. McConnell circled back and shot twice at Black Bart with Rolleri’s Henry, and Rolleri then took the rifle and hit Black Bart in the hand. Bart nonetheless escaped but left behind his derby hat, opera glasses, a belt, a razor, a bloodstained handkerchief filled with buckshot, three shirt cuffs, and two of the empty flour sacks he had been using to haul away the loot from his holdups. After a complete investigation, Hume noticed the handkerchief had a laundry mark. After over a week of visiting over 100 launderer’s in the area, the handkerchief led Hume and his special detective Harry Morse to Ferguson & Bigg's California Laundry. Launderer Thomas C. Ware identified the mark as for Charles E. Bolton. Ware took Detective Morse to meet Bolton who he had identified as a "semi-wealthy mining man." Ware was led to believe Morse was also a miner and wanted to talk business. Morse brought Bolton back to Hume's office at Wells Fargo for questioning. He had a tell-tale wounded hand but claimed he hurt it in an accident. Hume then brought Captain Appleton Stone of the San Francisco Police Department, and they searched Bolton's rooms. They found clothes that matched the robbery suspect, another handkerchief with the same laundry mark and scent, a letter in the same hand as Black Bart's taunting notes, and a Bible inscribed to Charles E. Boles. The recovered derby hat fit him perfectly. Bolton, now known to be Boles, jokingly offered to buy the hat. He later confessed to the earlier robberies but denied the more recent ones. He was sentenced to 6 years for his final robbery. He admitted to 29 robberies and being Black Bart once in prison at San Quentin. He had been wounded twice but had never fired a shot himself. He said he had never even loaded his shotgun because he didn't want to hurt anyone. He was released on January 21, 1888, and shortly thereafter, "Black Bart disappeared, but he remained a legend”; a Robin Hood of the West. The under sheriff badge is formed as an encircled star and is marked "JAMES B. HUME" at the top of the circle, "Under/Sheriff" on the star, and "El Dorado Co." on the bottom of the circle. It is border engraved and with light branch engraving at the star points. Has a large gold horizontal back-pin. The markings are highlighted by black enamel. The second or “sheriff badge” is of a convex shield shape and has "James B. Hume/SHERIFF/EL DORADO/COU
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W.F. Sheard Marked Winchester Model 1894 Carbine

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 688)

W.F. Sheard Retailer Marked Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine in Scarce .25-35 WCF

Manufactured in 1906. Pinned blade W.F. Sheard front sight, folding adjustable leaf Marbles rear sight, saddle ring and carbine stock. The left side of the receiver is stamped "FROM W.F. SHEARD/TACOMA, WASH." William F. Sheard (1861-1932) was a gunsmith and sight designer who lived in Montana c. 1884-1895 until he moved to Tacoma, Washington, where this carbine was retailed.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, retaining 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina and some pitting on the buttplate. 20% original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The refinished wood is very good with a couple of hairline cracks, a couple filled repairs and scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 688)

Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the octagon in .38 caliber and plain trigger, received in the warehouse on May 20, 1891 and shipped on September 8. Dovetail blade and elevation adjustable sights on a barrel stamped with the two-line address/patent dates marking and "38 WCF." The Third model receiver features an integral dust cover guide rail, dust cover with rear finger grip serrations, and "step" at the junction with the barrel as found on rifles chambered for .22, .32 and .38 caliber cartridges. "MODEL 1873" is marked on the upper tang. "38 CAL" is marked on the cartridge elevator. The straight grip stock is fitted with a trapdoor crescent buttplate (cleaning rod not included).

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrel and magazine retain 30% original blue finish and the receiver retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. 50% original case colors remain on the hammer. Slight traces of original nitre blue remains on the loading gate. The wood is very good with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

R. Liddle & Co. Half Stock Percussion Rifle with False Muzzle

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 688)

Very Fine R. Liddle & Co. San Francisco Marked Half Stock Percussion Rifle with False Muzzle

Robert Liddle and Charles van Buren Kaeding purchased the Bogart Brothers Sportsmen's Emporium in 1859. The firm was initially known as R. Liddle & Co., and this rifle was almost certainly manufactured before 1866 when Kaeding became an active partner and the name changed to Liddle & Kaeding. Robert Liddle was a Baltimore trained gunsmith who immigrated from England, and the firm did manufacture some of their own weapons and equipment and employed a number of gunsmiths. They are also known to have sold Henry rifles, Slotter & Co. copies of Henry Deringer's famous pistols, and other arms manufactured in the East and were the largest firearms dealers in the Bay Area in the 1870s. The name changed back to R. Liddle & Co. when Kaeding left the company in 1889 and eventually closed in 1898. The barrel is equipped with a false muzzle, German silver blade front sight, and a long U-notch sporting rear sight (elevator absent) and is marked "R. LIDDLE & Co. SAN-FRANCISCO. CAST STEEL" between the rear sight and breech. The other components have no visible markings and are casehardened. It is also equipped with double set triggers, a spurred trigger guard with scrolling grip extension, a crescent rifle buttplate, and a nicely figured half stock with pewter forend cap, checkered wrist, and no cheekpiece.

Class: Antique

Very fine overall with 80% the original blue finish remaining with the balance having faded to an even plum brown along the barrel, the 75% vivid original case colors, minor spotting, some discoloration on the trigger guard, cracks in rear sight base, crisp checkering on the wrist, distinct markings, attractive figure in the butt, and general mild scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine. Overall, this is a very attractive mid-19th century American sporting rifle sold by one of West's great arms dealers.

F. Smith Percussion Drilling

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 688)

Scarce American Percussion Drilling Marked F. Smith

In "American Gunsmiths" by Frank Sellers "SMITH, F.," maker of a 3 barrel percussion rifle, is listed as unlocated. He also lists a Frederick Smith of Sulphur Springs, Ohio, and one or two men of the same name active in Union Springs and Fleming, New York. The barrel rib is marked "F Smith" accented by a floral motif, and the locks are both signed "Smith." The upper smoothbore barrels are 16 gauge, and the lower rifled barrel is .36 caliber. The shotgun barrels use the conventional side locks, and the rifled barrel uses an underhammer powered by the trigger guard which acts as its mainspring and triggered by a lighter pull on the right trigger. Cocking both the right hammer and the underhammer and only pulling the trigger gently will only fire the rifled barrel. Thus all three hammers could be cocked at once and then fired in sequence. The rods are fitted to the sides of the rifled barrel, and the forend has a pewter cap and silver wedge plates. The other furniture is all iron. The stock has a checkered wrist and attractive figure in the butt.

Class: Antique

Very good plus with traces of original blue finish and case color patterns and otherwise mostly a smooth brown patina throughout, some minor oxidation and pitting, and general mild wear. The stock is fine and has some discoloration and minor cracks in the forend, partially smoothed but distinct checkering on the wrist, beautiful figure, and minor marks and scratches. Mechanically excellent. This is a very attractive and scarce American drilling.

Rain-In-The-Face Framed Colorized Portrait by L.A. Huffman

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 688)

Rain-In-The-Face Framed Colorized Portrait by L.A. Huffman

This 18 3/4 x 10 3/4 inch colorized print is marked "(Etomo-Gozua) Rain-in-the face, Hunkapapa Sioux Nov. 1879/In Spotted Eagles Hostile Village Tongue River Valley Montana Territory/©LA Huffman Post Photog'r Ft. Keogh." along the bottom in black ink. Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931) is a legendary photographer of the American west, known for capturing photographs of its people, wildlife, and landscape. The print features the Lakota war chief Rain-in-the-Face (c. 1835-1905) wearing traditional clothing, including an eagle feather war bonnet. Chief Rain-in-the-Face was one of many chiefs leading warriors at the Battle of Little Bighorn. Including the frame it measures approximately 27 1/2 x 18 1/2 inches.

Class: Other

Very good, there is a repaired blemish in the center on part of the headdress and otherwise minimal handling marks or wear. The frame shows some mild wear and minor marks.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Winchester Model 1876 .50 Express Rifle

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 688)

Very Desirable Winchester Model 1876 .50 Express Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the round barrel in "express" caliber, plain trigger and shotgun buttplate. The rifle was received in the warehouse on November 1, 1881 and shipped on December 5, 1881. The second model receiver has a dust cover guide rail attached with two screws. The dust cover is marked "WINCHESTER EXPRESS/.50 CAL 95 GRS." The cartridge elevator is marked "50-95." The top of the barrel is stamped with the two-line address/patent dates marking ahead of the rear sight and "50-CAL." at the breech. British proofs are stamped on the barrel and receiver at the breech. The rifle is fitted with a dovetail blade front sight and an elevation adjustable rear sight. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876." The lower tang has the serial number. The buttstock is fitted with a steel shotgun buttplate. The .50-95 Winchester Express was the largest caliber available for the Model 1876 and proved popular with big and dangerous game hunters. Many Model 1876 rifles chambered for this powerful cartridge were shipped to England and then found their way to Africa and India where they were often employed against big cats. This Model 1876 Eventually made it back to the United States, possibly through Canada, where it would have been used against North America big game like brown and black bear, moose and bison. Theodore Roosevelt loved his .45-75 '76, but he and other Americans scorned the .50 Express, and thus, the Model 1876 was only produced in limited numbers chambered for that cartridge compared to the smaller calibers.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina mixed with a couple patches of pitting. Traces of original nitre blue remain on the loading gate. 20% original case colors remain on the hammer and lever. The wood is also fine with a couple chips, short stress line at the buttplate tang and minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. An untouched, highly desirable Winchester Model 1876 .50 Express rifle from a bygone era of dangerous game hunting.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Four Native American Portrait Prints by L.A. Huffman

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 688)

Four Prints of Native American Portraits by L.A. Huffman

These prints of photographs are by legendary Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931), all are singular portraits of Native Americans. 1) Girl in traditional dress labelled "#7./Crow Girl/1901" and Huffman stamped on the back. 2) Man in traditional dress with Huffman copyright on the front and Huffman stamped on the back. 3) Girl in traditional dress with Huffman copyright on the front. 4) Man in traditional dress with war club, Huffman copyright on the front, and labelled "Whitehawk-Cheyenne Brave" on the back. They range in size from 5 1/2 x 3 7/8 to 7 3/4 x 5 1/2.

Class: Other

All are very fine or better with very minimal wear and distinct images.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Framed Colorized Print of "St. Mary's Lake" by L.A. Huffman

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 688)

Framed Colorized Print of "St. Mary's Lake" by L.A. Huffman

This print of a photograph by legendary Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931) has been colorized using watercolor tinting and is unmarked on the front. The back is hand marked "354 St Marys lake near St Ignatius mission Mont, an original photo-graph, done in water colors and copyrighted by LA Huffman Miles Mont". The handwriting appears similar to other examples we believe to have been penned by Huffman. Pictured is a beautiful mountain lake landscape with a man in a boat on the lake and a small camp to the left, all lightly tinted with water colors. The image is 3 3/4 x 11 1/2 inches with a thick off-white matting boarder in a 11 5/8 x 19 5/8 inch frame.

Class: Other

Very good as period colorized showing some scattered light staining and otherwise minimal wear. Frame and matting show minor wear.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 688)

Historic Documented Civil War W.A. Thornton/D.D. Tompkins Asst. Quartermaster General Shipped Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 7 1/2 inch barrel in .36 caliber, blue finish, "wood" stocks, and factory engraving when shipped to W.A. Thornton, U.S.A., c/o Col. D.D. Tompkins, Asst. Quartermaster General, New York, on April 26, 1861. This shipment was for 10 units. This revolver is engraved in the classic style often associated with Gustave Young, but he was in Germany at the time. Instead, this revolver was more than likely executed by Herman Bodenstein who served as Colt's main engraving contractor from Young's departure in 1858 until Bodenstein's death in August 1865. The factory engraving dot marking appears near the full serial numbers on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The hammer has five dots indicating around 50 hours were required for the engraving. The Germanic scroll engraving is inhabited by one of the distinctive animal head designs above the loading lever screw on the left and has the wolf head motif on the hammer. The barrel has a dovetailed blade front sight and "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" on top. "COLT'S/PATENT" is engraved on the left side of the frame. The cylinder has the naval battle scene. Matching partial or full serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, loading lever, wedge, and arbor pin. The grip features a relief carving of a cuirassier on the left side. Colonel Daniel D. Tompkins (1798-1863) entered West Point in 1814 at the age of 15 and graduated in 1820, was the nephew of Daniel D. Tompkins (Governor of New York and Vice President of the United States), was cited for "gallant and meritorious conduct" during the Second Seminole War, served in the Quartermaster’s Department during the Mexican War, and served as Colonel of the Quartermaster’s Department in New York from 1861 until his death in 1863. Colonel William A. Thornton (1803-1866) ranked 12th in his West Point class of 1825, served in the Blackhawk and Florida wars, commanded Watertown and the Ordnance Department at Fort Columbus, and during the Civil War commanded the Watervliet Arsenal, New York from May 15, 1861 to December 25, 1863. At the time Watervliet employed about 2,000 people and specialized in leather goods, shells, and gun and artillery carriages but by the late 1880s the arsenal transitioned into the Army’s premier large caliber cannon manufacturer. Production eventually included the 16 inch guns for the Army Coast Artillery Corps. The manufacturing of state of the art weaponry continues at the historic Building 110 known as “The Big Guns Shop”. In operation since the War of 1812, Watervliet Arsenal is the oldest, continuously active arsenal in the United States. Of note, there is another known cased set of Colt Model 1851 revolvers that were presented to William A. Thornton himself that had his name inscribed on both their back straps. Reportedly, 60 special revolvers, typically cased sets, were given by Samuel Colt to select military dignitaries as “Presents to Officers” in 1861, with this engraved example likely included as part of one of the said sets.

Class: Antique

Very good, having a mottled gray patina overall. The cylinder has some minor pitting and retains 50% of the naval scene. The grip straps retain 90% original silver plating. The factory engraving is clear. The grip is good with a stabilized crack (right side), some hairline age cracking on the bottom, and provisions for an overlay on the right side. Mechanically fine. A factory documented factory engraved Model 1851 shipped to any Civil War commander would be a grand statement to any Colt percussion or Civil War collection!

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Colorized Print of CK Rangers at Waterhole by L.A. Huffman

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 688)

Framed Colorized Print of "CK Rangers at Waterhole" by L.A. Huffman

This print of a photograph by legendary Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931) has been colorized using water color tinting and is marked "CK Rangers at Waterhole North Montana 1900 L.A. Huffman Miles City, Montana" in black ink across the bottom. Pictured is a herd of ranging cattle at a small creek or waterhole with mountains in the background. The image is 10 1/2 x 14 3/4 inches with a thick off white matting boarder in a 16 1/4 x 23 inch frame. The paper backing on the frame is marked "Robt. Conway Print/From Miles City Saddlery" and "1319B/Written on Back/of print".

Class: Other

Very fine with distinct imagery, some scattered small white blemishes, otherwise minimal wear or fading, and minimal wear to the frame or matting.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Colorized Print of a Landscape by L.A. Huffman

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 688)

Colorized Print of a Landscape by L.A. Huffman

This print of a landscape photograph by legendary Montana photographer Laton Alton Huffman (1854-1931) is marked "©La Huffman Feby 1921" in black in the bottom left corner. The print shows a rocky hill landscape, possibly in the Badlands, is lightly tinted with what appears to be water colors, and measures 8 x 13 1/2 inches, 13 1/2 x 19 3/4 inches including the matting.

Class: Other

Very good, showing a distinct image, a small blemish in the upper left, and otherwise minimal wear.

Provenance: The John Fox Collection

Providence Tool Co. Peabody-Martini What Cheer Mid-Range Rifle

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 688)

Exceptional Panel Scene Engraved Providence Tool Company Peabody-Martini What Cheer Mid-Range Single Shot Rifle

This beautiful rifle features highly detailed panel scene vignettes on the sides of the frame. The right side has a bison on the open plains and another fleeing in the background, and the left side has a stag pursued by a dog in a lightly wooded and hilly scene. The details of the scenes such as the shapes of the foliage are consistent with other high end Providence Tool Co. engraved rifles that have passed through Rock Island Auction, and it is likely that these rifles were all engraved by the Ulrichs given the consistency and how the scenes compare to Ulrich engraved Winchesters. A C.F. Ulrich signed Peabody-Martini was sold by RIAC in 2019 clearly demonstrating that he engraved for the firm. The scenes are surrounded by panels of exceptional scroll engraving, and each side has a simple lined border. "Mid Range" is engraved in Gothic style script on top at the breech, and "PEABODY & MARTINI/PATENTS" is inscribed on the rear of the frame ahead of the peep sight base. The rifle is equipped with a combination globe and blade front sight, notch and ladder rear sight with peep, and a matching numbered tang mounted peep sight. There is a screw in the comb where the top of the peep sight rests when folded down. The barrel is marked "MANUFACTURED BY THE PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. PROVIDENCE. R.I. U.S.A." The cocking indicator is inscribed "H.J. WOLCOTT." The serial number, "143," is marked on the bottom of the barrel at the breech, on the rear of the forearm, on the tang sight base, and on the underside of the action above the lever. "H" is marked on the front of the frame in the circular cutout for the forearm. The stock and forearm are checkered, and the "shotgun" buttplate is smooth steel.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine with crisp engraving, 60% plus original blue finish, 75% plus original case colors, smooth gray-brown patina on the balance, and minimal minor marks and scratches from handling and storage. Aside from a divot in the forearm, the wood is very fine and has crisp checkering, slight edge wear, and a few light scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. This is a beautiful, highly embellished American rifle from the heyday of target shooting with iron sights.

Engraved Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting Rifle

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 688)

Exceptional Exhibition Quality Engraved Early Production Remington Hepburn No. 3 Sporting Rifle, Serial Number 128

These rifles were manufactured from c. 1883 until 1907, but the low serial number and "E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION. N.Y." address on the barrel indicates this rifle was manufactured c. 1883-1888 before the company was reorganized as Remington Arms Co. It features master engraved English style tight scroll and border engraving on the flats of the octagonal section of the barrel, the frame, and the lever, and the trigger guard bow is engraved with a panel scene of a pair of deer. The barrel is equipped with a gilt Beach style combination front sight with globe and blade and a notch and peep rear sight and has the caliber designation on the bottom ahead of the forearm. The right side of the frame has the "HEPBURNS PAT./OCT 7TH 1879" marking, and the matching serial number is on the barrel, forearm, and lower tang. It is mounted with a checkered forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with a hard rubber forend cap, nicely figured buttstock, and checkered hard rubber "shotgun" buttplate.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine with 75% plus original blue finish on the barrel, some scratches and marks on the muzzle section, 70% plus muted original case colors, most of the bright original niter blue on the hammer and trigger, and generally light age and storage related wear. The wood is very fine and has beautiful figure, minor wear on the otherwise crisp checkering, and some light dings and scratches including a spot of wear on the forend cap. Mechanically excellent. This is an extraordinary Remington-Hepburn rifle!

Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Large Frame Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 688)

Merwin, Hulbert & Company Large Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Attractive Relief Carved Mexican Eagle Grip

Manufactured from 1876 to the 1880s these revolver were known as the "Army Revolver" and had a total production of several thousand. This is an early model with square butt, open top frame, scoop cylinder flutes and wedge in front of the cylinder pin housing below the barrel. The top of the barrel is marked with the one-line Merwin, Hulbert & Co. address followed by seven patent dates, and the left side is marked with the one-line Hopkins & Allen address. The left side of the frame is marked "CALIBRE/WINCHESTER 1873." The right grip panel features a relief carved Mexican eagle. The serial number is marked on the butt, and the matching assembly number "1041" is marked on the grip frame, rear cylinder face and barrel lug.

Class: Antique

Extremely fine, retaining 90% plus original nickel finish with scattered light flaking on the face of cylinder and edge wear and "WB" lightly hand marked on the right side of the frame. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The slightly shrunken grips are very fine with some minor handling marks and crisp carving. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Factory Engraved Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Medium Frame DA Revolver

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 688)

Fine Factory Panel Scene Engraved Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Medium Frame Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in the 1880s with total production estimated at a few thousand. Adding to the rarity of this revolver is the factory engraving which consists of scroll and floral patterns along with a woodland game scene on the side plate. The left side of the frame has the 44 WCF caliber marking: "CALIBRE/WINCHESTER" followed by "1873." The serial number is stamped on the butt. Matching assembly number "9576" is on the grip frame, rear cylinder face, loading gate and barrel.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% plus original nickel plating with the balance a smooth gray patina. The engraving is crisp. Slight patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The age shrunken grips are good with a vertical period filled repair visible on the lower rear right panel. Mechanically functions excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Large Frame Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 688)

Merwin, Hulbert & Company Large Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Extra Ribbed Barrel

Manufactured from 1876 to the 1880s these revolver were known as the "Army Revolver" and had a total production of several thousand. This is a later production model with top strap, bird's head butt and conventional fluted cylinder. The rib on the replacement renumbered to match barrel is marked with the one-line Merwin Hulbert address/patent dates, and the frame is marked "CALIBRE/WINCHESTER" followed by "1873" on the left side and the "MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. N.Y./POCKET ARMY" on the right side. The serial number is marked on the butt, and the matching assembly number "3505" is marked on the grip frame, rear cylinder face and barrel lug. The 3 1/4 inch barrel is marked with the two-line Hopkins & Allen address/patent dates legend and has matching assembly number "3505."

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 85% plus original nickel finish with minor flaking on the balance. 97% original case colors remain on the hammer, and 70% original case colors remain on the trigger guard. The grips are excellent showing some high edge wear and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The extra replacement barrel retains 95% original nickel finish.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 688)

Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver

Manufactured from 1875 to 1889. They are also known as the Improved Army or Frontier Army revolvers and were Remington's first main attempt to compete with Colt and Smith & Wesson in the large caliber single action centerfire revolver market. The top of the barrel has the one-line legend, and a lanyard ring is mounted on the butt. The grip frame is marked with a numeral "3" behind the lanyard ring. The loading gate is numbered to the gun.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 70% original nickel finish with smooth gray patina on the balance, some small patches of light pitting, and some red residue in areas. Grips are fine with patches of the original varnish remaining and scattered dings and numerous scratches. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Marshal Ramon House Personal Effects

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 688)

U.S. Marshal Ramon House Personal Effects Including an Inscribed Colt Third Model Derringer and Two Marshal Badges

Offered here is a grouping of personal effects owned by U.S. Marshal Ramon K. "Kenny" House (1915-1998), including a Colt Third Model Derringer that is inscribed to him. House began his law enforcement career with the Louisville Police Department in 1941 and, after serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, again from 1946 to 1956. From 1956 to 1971 he served as the Chief of Police for the Dodge City Police Department as well as City Marshal. House was among those who greeted Senator John F. Kennedy when he came to Dodge City while campaigning for U.S. President and offered the then presidential hopeful a cowboy hat on behalf of the city. In January 1961, House appeared on horseback in Kennedy’s inaugural parade. Ten years later House was appointed a deputy U.S. Marshal, and then in 1978 at age 62 was appointed the first U.S. Marshal from Dodge City. His office in Dodge City was a replica of Marshal Matt Dillon’s office with the added modern convenience of air conditioning and was meant to be “a tribute to the brave men, past and present, who serve as marshal.” Kenny House was enthralled by the American Old West and with his close friend and YO Ranch owner Charles Schreiner III participated in a longhorn cattle drive on the famed ranch each spring from 1966-1976 and later in 1980 and 1992. Photos of the two men on horseback during those cattle drives are featured in the book "Long Days and Short Nights, A Century of Texas Ranching on the YO 1880-1980" by Neal Barrett, Jr. His fascination in western history drew him to Dodge City and to law enforcement. In the words of a fellow U.S. Marshal, House was “a wild west character from the word go.” He was even featured in a television episode of "Gunsmoke." The Colt Third Model Derringer is inscribed “R.K. HOUSE/DODGE CITY” on the right side of the frame, otherwise the arm has the typical Colt barrel and frame caliber markings as well as both grip panels numbered to the gun (“77”) and British proofs on the barrel. This derringer was given to House by his very close friend YO Ranch owner and noted gun collector Charles Schreiner III. After House's death in 1998, the House family gave the derringer back to Schreiner. Other items in this lot belonging to House include his personalized U.S. Department of Justice Marshal’s Service ID, two Dodge City Marshal badges worn by him and DOJ patch. The Deputy Marshal badge features the number “24” on the front and is marked “W.S. DARLEY & CO./MELROSE PARK ILL.” on the back. The silver Marshal badge is inscribed “R.K. House” in script on the front and House’s Dodge City Marshal service dates “4-9-56/TO/3-1-71” on the back.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 99% of the non-factory replated nickel finish with minimal handling marks and some high edge wear on the refinished grips. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: Charles Schreiner III Collection, Robert B. "Bob" Berryman Estate Collection

L.D. Nimschke Engraved Cased U.S. Arms Co. No 32 Pocket Revolver

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 688)

Magnificent Exhibition Quality L.D. Nimschke Engraved Cased U.S. Arms Co. No. 32 Pocket Revolver with Pearl Grips

Rock Island Auction Company is proud to offer for sale this fantastic L.D. Nimschke engraved U.S. Arms Co. pocket revolver. This revolver was exhibited at the Exposition Universelle d'Paris, 1878. The revolver descended in the L.D. Nimschke family for nearly 130 years before it was first sold at auction in 2003. The pistol is featured on the cover of "Man at Arms" magazine, Vol. 25, No. 1, 2003 with two other hand guns that were once a part of the Nimschke family collection, and is pictured with the case and described on page 24 of the same publication. The pistol features a near full coverage of a beautiful and finely executed floral scroll motif with cut-out backgrounds. Floral work surrounds the "U.S. ARMS CO. NY" barrel marking on the top flat and "No 32" on the top strap. The left side plate features a spectacular chiseled portrait of the Goddess of Liberty. The left top of the frame has an engraved dog's head, while the reverse has an engraved griffin's head. Geometric zig-zag line motifs are engraved on the cylinder flutes and cartridge cut-out. The scrollwork extends to the sides of the hammer. The cylinder pin has engraved and checkered accents. Nickel finish with casehardened hammer and trigger and fitted with smooth pearl bird head grips. The pistol comes with a period velvet-lined case with holding block, key, and ramrod. As a master firearms engraver of the 19th century, Nimschke is said to have engraved over 5,000 firearms from 1850 to 1904. Today the work of this world renowned master engraver is on display at museums around the world, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Class: Antique

Excellent plus. The revolver retains 99% plus of the original nickel finish. The hammer retains vivid amounts of original case colors, otherwise aged to an attractive dull gray. The engraving is crisp. The grips are also excellent with a highly attractive appearance. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine with some minor handling/storage marks, and the lining shows wear. An extraordinary work of firearm art that showcases the best of Nimschke's scrollwork, rope, border and band motifs in a revolver that is in near mint condition with superb provenance directly linking it to the Nimschke family. Do not miss your chance to own one of the best surviving examples of Nimschke's work!

Engraved Sharps Model 1852 Slant Breech Sporting Rifle

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 688)

Very Scarce Factory "Extra Fine Engraved" Sharps Model 1852 Slant Breech Octagon Barrel Percussion Sporting Rifle

The Sharps Model 1852 Sporting Rifle is one on of the rarest Sharps variations with only 606 manufactured in June 1853 to July 1855. Only approximately nine 90 bores were engraved. Of those, only six are listed "extra engraved." The engraving on this rifle is an even higher grade than the "extra engraved" and is more in line with the "extra fine engraved" or even beyond. "Extra fine engraved" is not even noted for this model by Sellers in "Sharps Firearms or in "Sharps Firearms: The Percussion Era" by Marcott, Paxton, and Marron. The near full coverage engraving on the hammer is one of the easiest to spot differences, but also note the more extensive panels of scroll engraving on the barrel at the front sight on the upper three flats, on the top flat midway between the front sight and rear sight, in front of the rear sight, and on the upper three flats in the breech section; the essentially full-coverage engraving on the frame, lever, lock, and patch box; the inclusion of an urn full of fruit and flowers on the right side of the frame, the dog head on inhabiting the scroll engraving on the lock plate, sun burst pattern on the top of the frame at the breech, the interesting exclamation point type design on the left side of the frame, and the engraved oval silver plaque on the left side of the stock. The engraving also extends onto the heel tang of the buttplate. The engraving primarily consists of the German-American scroll engraving associated with Master Engraver Gustave Young who is known to have engraved many of the finest early Sharps rifles. The forend has a pewter forend cap and a small silver plate on the left around the spring pin. It also features a brass blade front sight with dovetailed base, "squirrel ear" rear sight, tang peep sight, adjustable double set triggers, "SHARP'S RIFLE/MANUFG CO/HARTFORD. CONN." on top of the barrel at the breech (early variation due to a die cutting error), "C. SHARPS/PATENT/1848" on the upper tang, "C. SHARPS/PATENT./1852" on the lock, and matching serial numbers found on the barrel, forend, breechblock, upper tang, and patch box.

Class: Antique

Very good with crisp engraving and markings, mostly a mix of faded original brown finish and mottle gray and brown patina on the barrel, traces of original case colors and otherwise silver-gray and darker gray patina on the frame and lock, aged patina on the brass patch box and buttplate, attractive aged patina on the re-pinned silver inlay which has some dents, and mild overall wear. The refinished wood is also very good and has mild scratches and dings and a slight flake above the tail of the lock. Mechanically excellent. This is a solid representative example of a factory engraved Sharps Model 1852 Slant Breech with considerably higher than standard grade engraving that will make a fine addition to any collection of Sharps or antique American firearms. It would definitely be difficult to find a more attractive Model 1852.

Documented Sharps Model 1874 No. 3 Long Range Single Shot Rifle

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 688)

Documented Sharps Model 1874 No. 3 Long Range Single Shot Rifle with Factory Letter

Sharps manufactured only 429 of these Model 1874 Long Range rifles from 1875 to 1879, and only 75 were No. 3 rifles. The letter lists this rifle as invoiced at the Bridgeport factory on June 23, 1876, to William Read & Sons of Boston, Massachusetts and also states, "This rifle was a single gun order from the Read firm, probably for a specific customer who was caught up in the long-range shooting craze that was at its height at this very time... .44 caliber, using the 95 grain 2 & 5/8 inch shell... ordered with a spirit level attached to the windage sight for which there was an extra $5 charge." It weighs just over 9 pounds. The barrel is fitted with a windage adjustable front globe sight (modern replacement), and the upper tang is equipped with a long range Vernier peep sight. Marked "SHARPS RIFLE CO. BRIDGEPORT, CONN." and "CALIBRE 44" on top of the barrel and "SHARPS RIFLE CO./PAT. APR 6 1869" on the left side of the receiver. The matching serial number "156288" is marked on the bottom of the barrel, upper tang (hidden under tang sight), and on the left side of the tang sight base. The partial matching serial number "6288" is marked in the forearm channel. Mounted with a multi-point checkered walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a checkered iron buttplate.

Class: Antique

Very good as mostly turned to a gray patina with traces of case coloring on the lock, some scattered light spotting and some small scattered patches of light pitting. Wood is fine with scattered dents and scratches, a small crack on the left front of the forearm, and light wear to the checkering with one dent below the wrist. Mechanically excellent.

Remington Walker-Hepburn Schuetzen Rifle with Scope

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 688)

Extremely Rare Serial Number 5 Remington Walker-Hepburn Schuetzen Rifle with Winchester B4 Scope and Palm Rest

The Remington-Hepburn was designed by Remington mechanical department superintendent and talented marksman Lewis L. Hepburn in 1879 and introduced in 1880. A couple decades later, Remington modified the rifle for Schuetzen rifle competition by fitting the ornate finger groove levers that operate the breechblock instead of the usual Hepburn side lever. These rifles are without a doubt the finest target rifles ever offered by Remington and were brought out to compete with the other high end match rifles of the early 20th century. They were originally known as the Remington Schuetzen Match Rifle - New Special Model. They were handmade at Remington's Custom Gun Shop under the direction of Louis N. Walker, hence the modern day collectors name of Remington Walker-Hepburn Schuetzen Rifle. These rifles were only illustrated in the Remington Arms Company catalog dated 1904-05 and in the 1904 M. Hartley & Co. Illustrated Catalog. Only 23 of these specially handmade rifles were ever sold: ten in 1904, one in 1906, eleven in 1907, and one in 1908, and they are extremely difficult to acquire. This rifle is made even rarer by having a turned down muzzle for use with a starter for loading the bullet from the muzzle. Only a small portion of the 23 Walker-Hepburn rifles were ordered this way. This rifle's barrel is marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION, N.Y. U.S.A." and is fitted with a globe front sight and scope mounting blocks for the Winchester B4 scope. The frame has "REMINGTON" in a downward arch over light scroll work over "Schuetzen" in Old English style lettering inscribed on the left side and is fitted with a short ranger Vernier peep sight. The lever is the distinctive Walker style with finger grooves and encloses a set of double set triggers. There is no serial number at the rear of the lower tang, but "5" is on the rear of the breechblock, a "0" is marked inside the forend, and a marking consisting of two overlapping "1"s is marked on the face of the frame to the right of the barrel, on the left side of the frame tangs, on the front of the wrist of the buttstock on each side, on inside the upper tang mortise of the buttstock, and inside of the buttplate twice. "WHD" for Remington master stock maker William H. Deyle is also marked in the upper tang mortise. The rifle is mounted with a checkered stock and forearm with contrasting inserts in the Schnabel forend tip and pistol grip, mounted knob shaped palm rest, a high sloped comb, cheek rest, and nickel plated Swiss buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 95% period factory quality refinished blue, casehardened, and nickel plated finish remaining and only minor age and storage related wear including some dings on the barrel and buttplate. The receiver markings are faint. The barrel markings are crisp. The wood is very fine and has crisp checkering, a few small dings, light scratches, minor edge wear, slight cracks at the knots on the left in the wrist and by the cheek rest, small flakes at the toe, and otherwise generally only light overall wear. The refinished scope is very good and has a few dings and slightly hazy optics. Mechanically excellent. This is an exceedingly rare opportunity to get your hands on a rare example of the ever desirable Remington Walker-Heburn Schuetzen Rifle.

Cased Presentation Remington Vest Pocket Pistol

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 688)

Extraordinarily Rare Cased Presentation Remington Vest Pocket Pistol

This exceptional Remington Vest Pocket Pistol (a.k.a. "Saw Handle Deringer") was manufactured c. 1874. The pistol has a mahogany presentation case with a circular plate in the lid inscribed "LONDON SCOTTISH GOLF CLUB/WON BY/1874/AUTUMN MEETING". The case is lined with red felt and has five compartments which contain: (1) brass cleaning rod, (2) screwdriver with ebony handle, (3) pewter oil bottle with a "C&J.W/HAWKSLEY" cartouche on the base and (4) wooden cartridge block that contains 12 .41 rimfire cartridges. A London Armory/James Kerr & Co. trade label is attached to the inside of the case lid. The pistol has a high polish blue finish on the barrel and receiver with fiery niter blue hammer, breechblock, trigger and screws. The pistol has "piano finished" highly figured two-piece rosewood grips. The part-round, part-octagon barrel has a brass pin front sight. The top flat is roll stamped "REMINGTON'S ILION.N.Y./PATd OCT. 1. 1861 NOV. 15. 1861." The serial number, "4673", is stamped on the underside of the barrel. The upper left barrel flat is engraved "JA s KERR & Co" in one line. The top right flat is engraved "54, KING WILLIAM St. E.C.". London "Crown/GP", and "Crown/V" inspection and proofmarks are stamped on the left barrel flat.

Class: Antique

Excellent. The pistol retains more than 95% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish. There are several very minor spots on the sides of the frame where the finish has flaked. The finish on the back strap and grip strap has thinned slightly. Nearly all of the niter blue finish is present on the hammer, breechblock, trigger and screws. The grips are perfect with all of the "piano" varnish intact. The Remington and Kerr markings are crisp. The case exterior is excellent with minimal wear. The felt lining is excellent and the Kerr trade label is bright with no edge wear. The cleaning rod, screw-driver and oil bottle are all excellent. The copper cartridges are patined and may be original to the casing. This is the most rare and unique cased presentation example of a Remington Vest Pocket Pistol that we have ever offered at auction!

Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver in .44-40 W.C.F.

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 688)

Very Fine Remington Model 1875 Single Action Revolver in Desirable .44-40 W.C.F.

While limited in production to only approximately 25,000 revolvers in 1875-1889, many of these "Improved Army" or "Frontier Army" revolvers saw hard use in the hands of Native Americans, settlers, and lawmen in the West making high condition examples like this one very scarce. The Model 1875 was Remington's answer to the Colt Single Action Army and is a solid firearm with fewer main components than Colt's revolver, but it simply suffered in the famous "Peacemaker's" shadow. The left grip is marked "44" near the butt, and "1312" is stamped and another non-matching number are written in pencil on the inside of each grip. The bottom of the grips have "4" (left) and "K" (right) hand cut at the heel. The left side of the grip frame is marked "14227" and "142." "142" is on the back of the cylinder, and "22" is visible on the loading gate arm. The barrel has the standard one-line address.

Class: Antique

Very fine with 85% plus original nickel plating, minor scratches and dings, mild wear at the muzzle and raised edges, and some flaking on the back strap. The grips are very good and have minor marks and scratches, a couple of small chips, and mild edge wear. The hammer will drop from the half-cock notch if the trigger is pulled stoutly, but it otherwise mechanically functions fine.

Engraved Remington "Improved" New Model Belt Cartridge Revolver

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 688)

Engraved Remington-Rider "Improved" New Model Belt Cartridge Double Action Revolver

This revolver was manufactured around the early 1870s. In that period Remington offered the various percussion models with cartridge cylinders, percussion cylinders, or both. This very fine New Model Belt revolver has factory engraving on the barrel, loading lever, cylinder, frame, and trigger guard and attractive antique ivory grips. The engraving patterns include a "Nimschke star" on top of the frame at the breech, bands at the muzzle, breech, and cylinder; stars along the edge of the loading lever arm, intertwining lines on the barrel as well as the back strap and trigger guard, floral patterns on the frame, scroll engraving mainly on the frame and cylinder but also on the lower section of the loading lever arm, checker board and dot patterns on the frame, and more. The barrel also has a rounded blade front sight and has the three-line patent and "NEW MODEL" marking. "53" is marked inside both grips and on the left side of the grip frame, trigger guard spur, and under the barrel, and the cylinder and breech plate are numbered "1435."

Class: Antique

Fine with crisp engraving, 90% period replaced nickel visible on the barrel, loading lever, frame, and trigger guard; 75% original nickel plating on the cylinder, traces of original niter blue visible on the trigger, niter blue on some of the other small components, light original case colors on the hammer, and minor overall wear. The undersized grips are also fine and have attractive natural tones and grain, slight age cracks, minor edge wear, and moderate shrinkage. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Sharps Patent Style Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 688)

Elaborate Exhibition Grade Gold Embellished and Relief Engraved Sharps Patent Style Pepperbox Pistol

This pistol is a Spanish copy of the popular four shot Sharps Model 2A and was produced circa 1860 -1873. The barrel has golden designs, "FA EUSCALUNDA" on the upper left, and "EN PLACENCIA" on the upper right. The frame has relief floral vine designs covering most of the metal surfaces aside from the bottom. The plate on the butt that holds the grips also has golden shell type designs. It has a small brass bead front sight that aligns with a groove in the standing breech. The barrel and grip frame are marked with the matching serial number.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The pistol retains 98% of the gold finish. The remaining surfaces on the barrel have a dark gray patina, and the frame remains mostly bright with a slightly aged appearance. The grips are very good with some slight cracking on the upper right and otherwise only light handling wear. The action remains excellent. The designs and markings are crisp throughout.

Cased, Engraved, Silver Plated Tipping & Lawden Model 2 Pistol

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 688)

Exceptional Cased, Engraved and Silver Plated Tipping & Lawden Model 2 Sharps Patent Four Barrel Pistol

This is an exceptional example of an engraved Sharps "pepperbox" pistol manufactured by English gunmakers Tipping & Lawden in the early 1860s or 1870s. Tipping & Lawden were one of only two authorized European firms licensed by Sharps to manufacture pistols based on his innovative design. They were part of the 20 member Birmingham Small Arms Trading Company and manufactured approximately 4,000 of the Model 2 in four different calibers. This example has a blue barrel, silver frame, and gutta percha grips with relief floral designs. The frame features almost complete coverage of floral scroll engraving while the barrels are smooth and unmarked aside from some small proofmarks. The left side of the frame is marked "TIPPING & LAWDEN/SHARPS PATENT" in a circle surrounding the hammer screw. The serial number is marked at the muzzle of the barrel group on the bottom and the assembly number "13" is marked on the barrel, frame groove, barrel catch, and hammer. It comes in a scarce hardwood presentation case with blue baize lined interior, a compartment with two cartridges, a key, and a casehardened bore rod.

Class: Antique

Excellent. 98% of the original bright blue finish and lightly aged silver plating remain. There is some slight fading at the muzzle and on the trigger, and the barrel catch has some slight spotting and fading. The grips are very good and have mild handling and storage marks and an aged tone. The action functions perfectly, and the markings and engraving patterns are crisp. The case is good and has mild storage wear, a crack across the lid, some slight tearing of the lining from the hammer rubbing, and some slight staining. The bore rod has vibrant case colors. This is among the finest Tipping & Lawden Sharps pistols extant and is complete with a scarce presentation case.

Extra Fine Engraved Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Rifle

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 688)

Incredibly Scarce and Exceptional Documented "Extra Fine" Engraved Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Octagon Barrel Percussion Sporting Rifle

The Sharps Model 1853 is one of the most iconic firearms of the often violent antebellum era and was famously used by John Brown and his abolitionist allies in Bleeding Kansas and his raid on Harpers Ferry. Early Sharps rifles like this factory "extra fine engraved" sporting rifle helped establish breech loading firearms in the U.S. and led to Sharps rifles and carbines being among the most significant firearms of the Civil War era and the settlement of the West after the war. The included copy of a factory letter from Dr. Richard J. Labowskie notes that this incredible rifle was invoiced at Sharps' Hartford factory on November 30, 1855, and described as a 90 bore Model 1853 Octagon Barrel Sporting Rifle that was "Extra Fine Engraved." On page 49 of "Sharps Firearms" by Frank Sellers, only 22 Extra Fine Engraved Model 1853 Sporting Rifles with 90 bore octagon barrels are noted compared to an estimated 603 rifles with 90 bore octagon barrels that were plain. The rifle has similarities with the famous Sharps Model 1855 displayed by Sharps at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1855 and shown on page 51 of Sellers' book and identified as engraved by Gustave Young. The engraving covers nearly all of the visible surfaces of the frame, lock plate, and patch box as well as most of the lever, trigger plate, and buttplate tang and around the lower buttplate screw, and the breech end of the upper barrel flats and borders at the muzzle and breech. The majority of the engraving consists of the classic Germanic scroll engraving style Young, Nimschke, and other master engravers trained in German popularized in the U.S. in the mid-19th century. The patterns include floral bloom accents, intertwining scrolls, small sections of crosshatch and dot patterns, and wavy line borders. The patch box features a round panel scene of a pronghorn with a finely detailed background, and the left side of the frame has another highly detailed scene of three rabbits in a pastoral scene. The rifle features a globe and post front sight, a notch and folding ladder rear sight, tang mounted peep sight, and adjustable double set triggers. The barrel has "SHARP'S RIFLE/MANUFG. CO./HARTFORD CONN." marked on top, the upper tang has "SHARPS/PATENT/1848" just ahead of the serial number, and the lock is marked "SHARP'S/PATENT/1853." The "SHARP'S" markings on the barrel and lock are noted variations seen on many of the Model 1853 rifles and was created by a mistake of the man who cut the stamps and was corrected later in the production of this model. The matching serial number is found on the back of the forearm, upper tang, and inside of the patch box. It may also be marked in concealed areas, but the rifle was not disassembled out of respect. The bottom of the barrel, lower left of the frame, front of the trigger plate, and the inside of the patch box also have "E," and the bottom right of the breechblock and the rounded top of the barrel ahead of the breechblock are both marked "F." The stock and forearm have the high polish varnish finish, a simple pewter forend cap, lightly curved buttplate, and classic Sharps patch box.

Class: Antique

Very fine. This rifle appears to have seen little use and has clearly been very well cared for over more than a century and half since it left the Sharps factory. The engraving and markings remain crisp and exhibit very minimal wear. The panel scene in particular show very fine details that appear essentially untouched. The barrel retains 70% plus original blue finish and has slight fading to smooth brown patina, slight edge wear, and lightly patinated muzzle. The case colors on the other components have mostly faded from age to a mix of gray and brown patina as well as some brighter silver-gray patina such as on the hammer, but there are flashes of bright original case colors in protected areas such as on the lock plate under the hammer. The breechblock cross pin appears to be a replacement. The wood is also very fine and retains most of the original high polish varnish. Wear is mainly limited to some slight flakes of the varnish, some small flakes at the edges of the mortises, and a few scattered scratches and dings. Mechanically excellent. This is a very attractive Sharps Model 1853 Sporting Rifle with the rare and desirable "Extra Fine" grade factory engraving and will make an excellent addition to any antique fine arms collection.

Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle in .22 LR

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 688)

Exceptional and Very Scarce Remington No. 7 Rolling Block Rifle in .22 LR

The Remington No. 7 was manufactured c. 1903-1906 and had a total production of only about 1,000. This model is quickly identified by its accentuated checkered pistol grip stock. This rifle features a part octagon barrel marked with the one-line Remington Arms Co. address on the top flat, a gilt Beach combination globe and blade front sight, "H" on the left at the breech, "22 L.R." on the bottom of the barrel ahead of the forearm as well as "304 22 LR G2." on the bottom under the forearm, "P S" along with the two-line patent marking on the left side of the frame, folding peep sight on the rear of the frame, checkered forearm with ebony forend insert and "304" on the rear, and pronounced pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap and checkered hard rubber buttplate with embossed Remington monogram.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent with 95% plus original blue finish, 85% plus original vibrant case colors, and minor age and storage related wear. The wood is also very fine and has crisp checkering, light scratches and dings, and some discoloration at the butt. Mechanically excellent. This is a very attractive example of one of the rarest and most distinctive Remington Rolling Blocks chambered for the ever popular .22 LR cartridge.

Sharps Model 1874 Sporting Rifle

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 688)

Scarce Sharps Model 1874 Sporting Rifle

197 Model 1874 Sporting Rifles were manufactured at Bridgeport with half octagon barrels. The barrel has a fixed globe front sight, lacks provision for a rear sight and has the "Old Reliable" marking followed by the Bridgeport address along with "CAL. 45" at the breech. The action is equipped with double set triggers, and there is a Vernier tang sight featuring a 4 5/8 inch long stem graduated from 0-6 on the left side. The barrel and forearm are numbered to the gun. The forearm and pistol grip stock are nicely figured walnut featuring multi-point checkering. The bottom of the grip has a blank silver oval inlay, and the buttstock is fitted with a checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate.

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrel retains 85% of the refinished blue with the balance thinning to a brown. The remaining surfaces retain 30% of the original case colors. The refinished wood is very good with minor-moderate dings and scratches, wear in the forearm checkering and re-cut pistol grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Single Shot Takedown Rifle

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 688)

Desirable Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Single Shot Takedown Rifle in .22 Long with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the no. 1 octagon barrel in .22 Long, plain trigger and takedown configuration. The rifle was received in the warehouse on October 13, 1917 and shipped on November 2, 1917. The No. 1 barrel is fitted with a blade front sight and an elevation adjustable buckhorn rear sight and is stamped with the two-line address ahead of the rear sight and "22 LONG" at the breech. The takedown feature on this rifle is seldom encountered and highly desirable. The lower tang has the serial number while the 1879 patent date and trademark are on the upper tang. It is mounted with a Schnabel tip forearm with ebony insert and a straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retains 85% plus of the bright original blue finish and 60% of the vibrant case colors with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina with some scattered light handling marks. The wood is also very fine with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Remington-Hepburn No. 3 Falling Block Sporting Rifle

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 688)

Fine Remington-Hepburn No. 3 Falling Block Sporting Rifle

Around 10,000 Hepburn rifles were manufactured by Remington c. 1883-1907. The barrel has both sight dovetails empty, "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION. N.Y." marked just ahead of the rear dovetail, "40.90S.ST" on the bottom of the barrel ahead of the Schnabel style forearm, the forearm could not be removed at the time of describing, "8684" on the lower tang, the two-line Hepburn patent marking on the left side of the frame, and a checkered round knob semi-pistol grip buttstock with a checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, retains 40% of the thinning original blue finish and 50% of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina. The wood is also very fine with a few scattered minor dings and a few scattered light blemishes in the otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Cased "Le Petit Protector" Ring Gun

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 688)

Cased "Le Petit Protector" Ring Gun

This is an example of a 19th century custom made French pinfire ring gun. These ring pistols are oddities and appeal to collectors purely as conversation pieces. The band of the ring has a light floral type engraving and is marked "LE PETIT PROTECTOR". This ring gun features a hand rotated 6-shot 3 mm pinfire cartridge cylinder that must be removed for loading/unloading. The pins of the cartridges are struck by the base of the hammer (any pinfire cartridge is obsolete). The included black leather case has a gold border on top of the lid and a small circular German silver plaque marked "LE PETIT/PROTECTOR". Blue silk lined on the underside of the lid and blue felt lined on the interior. Includes four pinfire cartridges and a screwdriver.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 95% original nitre blue finish with a light drag line on the cylinder and crisp engraving. Mechanically fine. Case is fine with some light edge wear and light handling marks.

Frankenau's Patent Concealed Pinfire "Purse" Revolver

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 688)

Rare Frankenau's Patent Concealed Double Action "Purse" Pinfire Revolver

These interesting self-defense handguns are discussed in "Firearms Curiosa" by Winant and pictured on page 159. The design for this unusual weapon was patented in the U.K. on September 5, 1877, and then the U.S. on November 6, 1877. This revolver appears to be a coin purse at first glance but contains a folding trigger pinfire revolver within with the serial number "602" on the recoil shield on the right, "2" on the back of the cylinder, "602" on the rear of the right blast shield, and a "crown/Z" proof on the left side of the frame at the rear. The trigger folds down and through the bottom of the purse so that the revolver can be fired without opening the purse itself. The top of the case has "FRANKENAU'S PATENT." There is also a small cover for the muzzle. It is also numbered "602" by hand inside the metal body of the purse. The revolver compartment also has an ejector rod and is perforated on the lid to aid in heat dissipation. The other compartment can hold money or other items.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The revolver itself retains 90% of its original nickel finish. The leather/fabric exterior is very good with light wear and aged patina, and the interior lining has some tears. Mechanically functions fine, cylinder will not always index properly. A rare and very interesting "covert" revolver and piece of "firearms curiosa."

Petit Crane Marked Three Shot Ring Pistol with Case

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 688)

Petit Crane Marked Three Shot Ring Style Pistol with Case

This is a unique example of a 20th century made French three shot 19th century style percussion ring gun. The band of the ring is marked "PETIT CRANE" flanked by a light floral engraving. German silver with the small parts blue finished iron. The muzzle is fashioned after a skull, with a Neal's marked retailer case and two tools. The case has a Petit Crane silver oval maker plate on top of the lid. The interior of the case is lined in green velvet and the inside of the lid is lined in silk.

Class: Antique

Very fine as custom made, retains 97% nitre blue finish with some very light wear on the hammer. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with some mild wear.

Silver Egg-Shaped Shell Housing a Concealed Percussion Pistol

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 688)

Unique Silver Egg-Shaped Repoussé Shell Housing a Concealed Percussion Pistol

An unmarked, concealed percussion pistol seated inside a repoussé two-piece silver egg-shaped shell with floral patterns on the outside. The pistol consists of a small barrel that loads from the top with a trigger mechanism below and a sideways spring loaded hammer that hits the base of the barrel where a percussion cap can be placed.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 75% plus nitre blue finish on the pistol mechanism with some light patches of surface pitting inside. Mechanically excellent.

Delvigne Percussion "Mouse & Dog Pistol"

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 688)

Scarce Delvigne Percussion "Mouse & Dog Pistol"

Manufactured by Delvigne of Paris in the mid-1830s, this percussion pistol is commonly referred to as a "mouse & dog pistol." The name comes from the fact that the hammer and frame are sculpted in the shape of a mouse (the hammer the head, the frame the body) with the trigger it's tail, and the gutta percha grip panels have a molded image of a dog. The pistol is cocked by pulling back on a spring loaded rod located under the barrel, and pulling back on the trigger releases the rod, allowing the hammer to strike the percussion nipple located at the rear of the breech. The barrel features engraved scrollwork on each flat at the muzzle and breech. The top flat is signed "Daon Delvigne", and the bottom flat has the serial number. The grips are marked on the left "SEULS DEPOSITAIRES" and on the right "LEPAGE Fres A PARIS". The molded grip panels feature a dog and floral motif. A steel ramrod is located in the butt of the pistol. The overall length is nearly 4 inches.

Class: Antique

Fine with smooth surfaces and some scattered small patches of very light pitting. Grips are also fine showing light wear and some scattered nicks. Mechanically excellent.

French "Le Merveilleux" Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 688)

Unique French "Le Merveilleux" Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol with Attractive Raised Carved Grips

Manufactured in the late 19th century. The barrel is attached to the trigger bar, and the weapon is fired by squeezing the bar, which pulls the barrel back, chambers a round, and then releases the firing pin, with the return extracting the cartridge. No maker's marks are present on the frame and barrel. Grips are beautiful raised carved antique ivory, with dotted background, raised floral and leaf designs, and a banner with "LE MERVEILLEUX" at the rear.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% plus original blue finish with the balance a mottled brown with mild pitting. 80% plus original nickel finish on the frame with some scattered patches of mild pitting. Grips are also fine with some light fading and some chips at the corners. Mechanically fine.

Le Petit Protector Style "La Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 688)

Le Petit Protector Style "La Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

This is an example of a unique 19th century style custom made French pinfire ring gun which was subsequently made by unknown parties in the 20th century. These ring pistols are oddities and appeal to collectors purely as conversation pieces. The band of the ring has a light floral type engraving and is marked "LA FEMME FATALE". This ring gun features a small hand rotated 6-shot pinfire cartridge cylinder that must be removed for loading/unloading. The pins of the cartridges are struck by the base of the hammer. (Any pinfire cartridge is obsolete.) The included jewelry style case is unmarked but fitted for the ring/gun.

Class: Antique

Very fine as custom made, retaining 98% of the blue finishes with some very light edge wear. Mechanically appears to function as it should. The case is fine with some minor handling/storage wear.

Lebeda Engineering LLC Percussion Ring Parlor and Saloon Pistol

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 688)

Cased Lebeda Engineering LLC Percussion Ring Parlor and Saloon Pistol

This interesting ring pistol was designed and manufactured by master gunsmith Francis C. Lebeda. It uses a percussion system and is convertible from an over/under style derringer to a five shot revolver. The over/under barrels are capable of firing a .240 caliber round ball using a number 209 primer. This ring pistol also features light engraving on the left side, bottom, and top. The included revolver cylinder uses .177 caliber balls. Included is a black fabric covered case. A plaque on the case has the family history of master gunsmith Francis C. Lebeda.

Class: Antique

Very fine as custom made, retaining 95% blue finish with crisp engraving on the brass ring. Mechanically excellent. Case is near mint with some minor edge wear on the lining.

Cased "Le Petit Protector" Percussion Ring Gun

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 688)

Cased "Le Petit Protector" Style Percussion Ring Gun

This is a unique example of a French single shot percussion ring gun. The band of the ring is marked "LE PETIT PROTECTOR" flanked by a light floral engraving. German silver with the small parts blue finished iron. Includes a brown leather case with a Le Protector Paris silver oval plate on top of the lid. The interior of the case is lined in blue velvet and the inside of the lid is lined in silk. Includes two tools, two paper containers, five rounds, and caps.

Class: Antique

Very good as custom made. The nitre blue surfaces have been artificially aged to a gray. Lightly polished engraving. Mechanically fine. Case is fine showing some light edge wear.

Lebeda Engineering LLC Ring Gun and Cane with Hand Grasp Case

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 688)

Lebeda Engineering LLC Ring Gun and Cane with Hand Grasp Case

Developed in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, by Lebeda Engineering LLC, a firm which has created props for multiple movies including the cyanide injecting silver dollars used in the movie "Bridge of Spies". The ring itself features a bright brass band with the remaining parts finished in nitre blue, including the five-shot, hand rotated cylinder. The revolver is chambered for a 4.5mm (.177) caliber brass pinfire cartridge. This unique/obsolete cartridge makes this neither a firearm, nor is it considered an "any other weapon". The cane has a large copper disk shaped hand grasp that is a fitted case for the ring gun, the hardwood shaft is finished in black enamel and mounted with a small copper plaque detailing the family history of Czech Lebeda gunsmiths, and it has a copper tip. Included in the case/hand grasp is a screwdriver, and five pinfire cartridges. Includes shipping tube.

Class: Antique

Very fine as custom made, retaining 97% plus blue finish with traces of a cylinder drag line, and some handling wear. Mechanically functions properly when hammer is pulled back just enough to set the trigger, about 3/8 inches or less. The cane is also very fine with all the black varnish remaining on the shaft and an attractive patina forming on the head, plaque, and tip.

Le Petit Protector Style "Le Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 688)

Le Petit Protector Style "Le Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

This is an example of a unique 19th century style custom made French pinfire ring gun which was subsequently made by unknown parties in the 20th century. These ring pistols are oddities and appeal to collectors purely as conversation pieces. The band of the ring has a light floral type engraving and is marked "LE FEMME FATALE". This ring gun features a small hand rotated 6-shot pinfire cartridge cylinder that must be removed for loading/unloading. The pins of the cartridges are struck by the base of the hammer (any pinfire cartridge is obsolete). The included red leather and green felt lined case has a small circular brass plaque on the lid marked "FEMME/FATALE". Includes three pinfire cartridges and a screwdriver.

Class: Antique

Fine as custom made, retains 70% nitre blue finish with some drag lines on the cylinder and thinning on the outer band. Mechanically fine. Case is fine with some light handling marks.

Le Petit Protector Style "Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

Lot #94 (Sale Order 94 of 688)

Le Petit Protector Style "Femme Fatale" Ring Gun with Case

This is an example of a unique 19th century style custom made French pinfire ring gun which was subsequently made by unknown parties in the 20th century. These ring pistols are oddities and appeal to collectors purely as conversation pieces. The band of the ring has a light floral type engraving and is marked "FEMME FATALE". This ring gun features a small hand rotated 7-shot pinfire cartridge cylinder that must be removed for loading/unloading. The pins of the cartridges are struck by the base of the hammer (any pinfire cartridge is obsolete). The included brown leather felt lined case has gold bordering on the lid and a small circular German silver plaque marked "FEMME/FATALE". The inside of the lid is lined in white silk and is R. M. Waylett marked. Includes six pinfire cartridges and a screwdriver.

Class: Antique

Very fine as custom made, retains 98% of the nitre blue finish with some very light edge wear. Mechanically fine. The case is fine with some minor handling/storage wear.

Early Production E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Cane Gun

Lot #95 (Sale Order 95 of 688)

Scarce Early Production E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Serial Number 5 Percussion Cane Gun

The Remington Cane Gun was designed by John F. Thomas, Remington's master mechanic. The percussion version is limited to the earliest of these arms around 1858-1866. Many of the estimated 500 percussion examples were also converted making original examples especially desirable. It has a period replacement handmade hardwood "L" shaped handle. The metal tip is marked "J.F. THOMAS/PATENT/FEB'Y 9 1858/REMINGTON & SON'S/ILION, N.Y." and "5" the opposite direction. Number "11" is stamped internally near the breech. There are no markings by the button trigger. The overall length is 32 5/8 inches.

Class: Antique

Very good, the shaft showing mostly an attractive antique brown, attractive antique patina on the brass and iron, and the period replacement handmade handle having some scattered minor dings and chips. Mechanically untested.

Early E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Percussion Cane Gun

Lot #96 (Sale Order 96 of 688)

Scarce Early Production E. Remington & Sons Thomas Patent Percussion Cane Gun

The Remington Cane Gun was designed by John F. Thomas, Remington's master mechanic. The percussion version is limited to the earliest of these arms around 1858-1866. Many of the estimated 500 percussion examples were also converted making original examples especially desirable. It has a period replacement handmade wood-like "L" shaped handle. The metal tip is marked "J.F. THOMAS/PATENT/FEB'Y 9 1858/REMINGTON & SON'S/ILION, N.Y./34". There are no markings by the button trigger. The overall length is 31 1/2 inches.

Class: Antique

Fair, showing mostly an attractive antique brown patina with a few minor cracks/chips near the top of the outer shaft and a stabilized crack in the neck of the non-factory period replacement handle. Mechanically untested as the handle portion could not be unscrewed.

Dolne Apache Pinfire Pocket Revolver with Knife

Lot #97 (Sale Order 97 of 688)

Very Scarce Dolne Apache Pinfire Pocket Revolver with Knife

The revolver combines a double action revolver with folding German silver knuckles and a 3 1/2 inch folding dagger. "L. DOLNE INVUR" is stamped under the serial number on the right front of the frame. The Apache revolver received its nickname from the Parisian street gangs of the late 19th century and early 20th century. These criminals were particularly fond of using hand to hand combat. The brass knuckles obviously fit this style well. The revolver and knife were also suitable for use in a multi-person attack that was commonly used: one member of the gang would disable the victim with a scarf or similar item while the other picked through their pockets for valuables. They could be used as a threat to ensure compliance.

Class: Antique

Very good with mottled brown/gray patina on the blued surfaces, and the frame has faint traces of German silver plating and otherwise an aged patina overall with minor marks. The action functions fine.

C.S. Shattuck Arms Co. Unique Four Shot Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol

Lot #98 (Sale Order 98 of 688)

C.S. Shattuck Arms Co. Unique Four Shot Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol

Unique four shot pistol manufactured on contract and sold by C.S. Shattuck Arms Co. (misspelled "SHATUCK" on the side of the gun by contractor) of Hatfield, Massachusetts. Follows inventor Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr.'s patent number 1,176,003 originally filed November 6th, 1915 and granted on March 21st, 1916. An example is photographed in Winant's book "Firearms Curiosa" and on pg. 82 it states, "There are four short barrels bored in a solid steel block which drops for loading when a vertical catch is released. The gun is gripped in the hand and fired by squeezing a sliding part which operates a rotating firing pin."

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 85% original nickel finish with some scattered light scratches and scattered patches of mild pitting. Mechanically excellent.

Hopkins & Allen Vest Pocket Derringer Pistol with Pearl Grips

Lot #99 (Sale Order 99 of 688)

Very Fine Hopkins & Allen Vest Pocket Derringer Pistol with Pearl Grips

One of less than 1,400 Vest Pocket Derringers manufactured from 1911-1915. The model was also known as the Parrot Beak. The derringer has standard two-line H&A barrel legend, scroll flourishes and zig zag line border engraving, and period replacement pearl grips. Double action only operation and serrated folding trigger.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 97% original nickel finish with limited handling marks, some frosting on the back strap, and crisp engraving. The non-factory replacement grips are fine. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved James Reid "My Friend" Knuckle Duster Revolver

Lot #100 (Sale Order 100 of 688)

Scarce Engraved James Reid .32 Caliber "My Friend" Knuckle Duster Revolver

Only an estimated 3,100 of these .32 caliber revolvers were manufactured between 1870 and 1882 compared to 10,690 in .22 caliber. The top strap has a groove for a sight and the left side marked "MY FRIEND PAT'D. DEC. 26, 1865". It has the sliding safety. The full serial number is on the bottom below the finger hole, and the matching last two digits are on the cylinder pin and rear of the cylinder.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 25% of the original nickel finish on the frame in protected areas, and 60% plus nickel finish on the cylinder mixed with scattered mild pitting. Visible engraving and markings. Mechanically fine.

Two B. Kittredge & Co Marked Remington Elliot 4 Shot Derringers

Lot #101 (Sale Order 101 of 688)

Collector's Lot of Two Scarce B. Kittredge & Co. Retailer Marked Remington-Elliot Four Shot Derringers -A) Remington-Elliot Four Shot Derringer

Collector's Lot of Two Scarce B. Kittredge & Co. Retailer Marked Remington-Elliot Four Shot Derringers -A) Remington-Elliot Four Shot Derringer
Approximately 25,000 .22 and .32 rimfire variants of these "New Repeating Pistols" were manufactured by Remington from 1863-1888. This example has blade and notch sights, "MANUFACTURED BY E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION. N.Y" on the left side of the barrel rib, "ELLIOTS' PATENTS. MAY 29. 1860-OCT. 1. 1861" on the opposite side, matching serial numbers on the barrel group and frame, a "*" on the bottom of the barrel near the breech, "B" on the left side of the frame above the grip, and "B. KITTREDGE & CO./CIN. O." on the left side over the frame behind the trigger "spur." Benjamin Kittredge & Co. were firearms retailers and agents in Cincinnati, Ohio, in the second half of the 19th century. Many guns that passed through their warehouse ended up further west, and Kittredge is credited with nicknaming several models such as the Colt "Peacemaker."

Manufacture: Remington Arms Inc
Model: Elliot
BBL: 3 3/8 inch cluster
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: blue
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 11864
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine, retaining 40% plus original blue finish mostly on the barrels with a brown patina on the balance. The grips are very good with some discoloration and chipping along the edges. Mechanically excellent.

B) Silver-Plated Remington-Elliot Four Shot Derringer
As "A" with silver-plated finish.

Manufacture: Remington Arms Inc
Model: Elliot
BBL: 3 3/8 inch cluster
Stock:
Gauge: 32 RF
Finish: silver
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 12198
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine, retaining 70% plus original silver plated finish, moderate flaking, and flat spots on the lower edge of each grip panel. Mechanically excellent.

U.S./San Francisco Smith & Wesson Schofield Revolver

Lot #102 (Sale Order 102 of 688)

San Francisco Police Marked U.S. Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Single Action Revolver with U.S. Holster and Factory Letter

Manufactured for the U.S. military and later issued to the San Francisco Police Department by Benicia Arsenal. Approximately 300 Schofield models were issued to the San Francisco Committee of Safety during the labor riots and civil unrest of 1877-78 caused by the great railroad strikes that sprung up in many large cities across the United States. Records do exist for these 300 revolvers being issued; however, no records exist of them being returned and it is popular belief that once the riots were put down all the revolvers were obtained by the California militia. This example is stamped with the rack number "279" behind the hammer. The butt is stamped "US," U.S. Ordnance sub-inspector stamps "E" and "P" are on the rear of the cylinder and underside of the barrel lug, and matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel and cylinder. Each grip panel has a script letter cartouche while the left panel is also dated "1876." The accompanying factory letter confirms the 7 inch barrel, blue finish and smooth walnut grips. The revolver was originally part of a shipment for 3,000 units that left the factory on October 12, 1876 and delivered to the National Armory, Springfield, MA. Includes a Lanz, Owen & Co. leather U.S. flap holster. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is addressed to him.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% original blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance. 40% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with minor dings and scratches and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. The holster is fine with minor flex wear and handling/storage marks and overall tight stitching. An attractive U.S./San Francisco Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Revolver.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Transitional Model Revolver

Lot #103 (Sale Order 103 of 688)

Rare Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Transitional Model Revolver

Transitional Model serial number ranges are from approximately 3,200-3,700 and 6,800-8,000 with this example falling in the latter. Transitional models are distinguished by a shorter 1.423-inch cylinder and a notch in the hammer for the interlocking barrel catch. The rib has the one-line address/patent dates marking, and there is star on the extractor housing. See Charles Pate's "Smith & Wesson American Model" for details on star stamped American Models. Matching serial numbers are found on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. Full serial numbered No. 3 First Model American transitionals are characteristic of the Russian contract revolvers. This star stamped example was a Russian contract reject and was finished and sold through Smith & Wesson's large New York distributor M.W. Robinson.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 80% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. Patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are fine with a small chip near the bottom, some high edge wear and minor handling marks. The cylinder does not lock, otherwise the action cycles properly.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Walter Winans' Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Lot #104 (Sale Order 104 of 688)

Famed Marksman and Olympian Walter Winans Shipped, Inscribed, Gold and Nickel Plated Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 .450 Eley Target Revolver with Rare Long Extractor and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 ½ inch barrel in .450 Eley caliber, rare special order long extractor housing, target sight and black hard rubber grips. Finish is not listed. This revolver was part of a shipment containing four units of this model that was shipped on January 5, 1893 and delivered to famed marksman and Olympian Walter Winans, London, England. The revolver in the next lot was also part of this January 5, 1893 shipment delivered to Winans. Known to us is a second January 5, 1893 dated shipment bound for England which contained 10 New Model No. 3 target revolvers invoiced to Birmingham retailer W.C. Scott & Sons. At least one of the 10 revolvers, no. 27906, ended up in the hands of Winans and is also in this auction. The Standard Catalog (page 103) confirms that Winans received 22 New Model No. 3 revolvers. This revolver has certainly been modified by Winans. The pinned blade front and “U” notch rear sights are period replacements and are the type of sights found on other New Model No. 3 target revolvers known to have been owned by Winans (see lots 106 and 1281 that are also in this auction). The frame and cylinder are plated in gold, and the barrel is plated in nickel. In “The Art of Revolver Shooting,” Walter Winans tells in his own words his reasoning for choosing flamboyant finishes: “I have my revolvers gold-, silver-, or copper-plated all over, not for show, but to prevent, if I leave my revolver inadvertently on the firing-ledge in a competition, a man using it, and saying: ‘So sorry; thought it was mine, don’t you know.’ By having the colour of the plating varied, you know at a glance if you have the right revolver for the particular work in hand: your ‘gold’ for twenty yards; ‘copper’ for rapid firing; ‘silver’ for fifty yards, etc.” (page 21). The revolver is fitted with a special order target hammer. British proofs appear on the barrel and each cylinder flute. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder and barrel. The barrel latch is numbered to a different gun (“27899”). The side plate is lightly marked, likely in Winans own hand, “45” for the caliber .450 Eley. The area behind the hammer is engraved “RAPID” in a slight upward arch. The area below the inscription is grounded. ”RAPID” likely references a rapid fire shooting match. In Winans own words, "I won all my rapid-firing revolver competitions using the single action and cocking with the thumb, as this rested my trigger finger." In 1893, Winans was the winner of the North London Revolver Championship with a score of 205 out of a possible 210. More impressively he took 13 first prizes at Bisley that year. He was one of the most famous and highly esteemed handgun shooters of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He participated in the 1908 and 1912 Summer Olympics and won a total of two Olympic shooting medals: a Gold in 1908 and a Silver in 1912. He authored ten books including "The Art of Revolver Shooting," "Practical Rifle Shooting" and "Automatic Pistol Shooting." Apart from his shooting successes, Winans was a noted horse breeder and sculptor who exhibited his art 14 times at the British Royal Academy and won an Olympic Gold Medal in the Arts Competition in 1912 for his statuette "An American Trotter." He is the only American to win medals in both art and sport at the Olympics. His Olympic career was not without controversy. At the 1908 Olympics, Winans' eligibility as an American competitor was questioned because he had never set foot in the United States. Winans was born to American parents in St. Petersburg, Russia where he lived for the first 18 years of his life. Before taking up residence in England, Winans took the oath of allegiance at the U.S. Embassy. He did not visit the U.S. until he was 58 years old. To compete at the Olympic Games, Winans was required to swear his allegiance to the U.S. Consul General.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The barrel retains 98% of the period applied nickel finish. The cylinder and frame retain 95% plus of the period applied gold plating. The grips are also very fine with minimal handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. A genuine Walter Winans’ owned New Model No. 3 target revolver that will be a welcomed addition to any S&W or target shooting collection.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Walter Winans' Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Lot #105 (Sale Order 105 of 688)

Famed Marksman and Olympian Walter Winans Shipped, Inscribed Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver with Rare Long Extractor and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 ½ inch barrel (caliber not listed), adjustable rear target sight, blue finish and black hard rubber grips. This revolver was part of a shipment containing four units of this model that was shipped on January 5, 1893 and delivered to famed marksman and Olympian Walter Winans, London, England. The revolver also features the rare special order long extractor housing. The revolver in the previous lot was also part of this January 5, 1893 shipment delivered to Winans and it too has the long extractor housing. Known to us is a second January 5, 1893 dated shipment bound for England which contained 10 New Model No. 3 target revolvers invoiced to Birmingham retailer W.C. Scott & Sons. At least one of the 10 revolvers, no. 27906, ended up in the hands of Winans and is also in this auction. The Standard Catalog (page 103) confirms that Winans received 22 New Model No. 3 revolvers. On this revolver British proofs appear on the barrel and each cylinder flute, and matching serial numbers are on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder and barrel. The side plate is lightly marked, likely in Winans' own hand, "44" for the caliber .44 S&W Russian. Winans’ engraved “WW” initials appear just behind the hammer, and the back strap is inscribed “SLIDING 1893.” The back strap inscription likely references a shooting match involving sliding targets that occurred in 1893. In “Automatic Pistol Shooting,” Winans recounted one such sliding target match: “I remember on one occasion I had five shots in one ragged hole at ‘V o’clock’ in the ‘bull’ on the sliding target; and for fear lest I should put my last shot through the same hole and have it counted as a miss, I tried to hit the ‘bull’ at ‘X o’clock’ clear of that hole, and got just out of the bull.” In 1893, Winans was the winner of the North London Revolver Championship with a score of 205 out of a possible 210. More impressively he took 13 first prizes at Bisley that year. He was one of the most famous and highly esteemed handgun shooters of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. “The Chicago Chronicle” put it best when it opined, “The finest revolver shot in the world, so far as gallery practice is concerned, is probably Walter Winans, whose records at the galleries in London in off-hand shooting with heavy caliber revolvers has never been authentically beaten” (21 June 1896). Winans went on to become a three time Olympic medalist winning the gold in running deer shooting in 1908 (double shot) and the silver in 1912 (team). He also won a gold medal in 1912 for his sculpture "An American Trotter". He is the only American to win a medals in shooting and art. His Olympic career was not without controversy. At the 1908 Olympics, Winans' eligibility as an American competitor was questioned because he had never set foot in the United States. Winans was born to American parents in St. Petersburg, Russia where he lived for the first 18 years of his life. Before taking up residence in England, Winans took the oath of allegiance at the U.S. Embassy. He did not visit the U.S. until he was 58 years old. To compete at the Olympic Games, Winans was required to swear his allegiance to the U.S. Consul General.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine, retaining 90% original bright blue finish with brown patina and high edge wear on the balance. Nearly 97% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also exceptionally fine with minimal minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. A prized Winans shipped and inscribed New Model No. 3 deserving of the most advanced S&W collections.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Walter Winans' Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Lot #106 (Sale Order 106 of 688)

Famed Marksman and Olympian Walter Winans Shipped, Inscribed Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Special Long Extractor .455 Eley Target Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 6 ½ inch barrel in .455 Eley, target sight, blue finish and black hard rubber grips when shipped on March 12, 1889 to famed marksman Walter Winans, London, England. This shipment was for two consecutively serialized units of this model in the same configuration. The second revolver was serial no. 25121. The Standard Catalog (page 103) confirms that Winans received 22 New Model No. 3 revolvers. For this revolver the sights and grips are period replacements, likely added by Winans and are the type of sights found on other New Model No. 3 target revolvers known to have been owned by Winans (see lots 104 and 1281 that are also in this auction). The revolver is fitted with a pinned blade front sight, special long extractor, heavy barrel, along with and “U” notch rear sight and gold S&W medallion pearl grips. Winans’ “WW” initials are inscribed above the caliber marking “455” behind the hammer. The front grip strap is inscribed with an unidentified Winans’ marking: “A 439.” British proofs appear on the left side of the barrel and on each cylinder flute. Matching serial numbers are found on the butt, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. The barrel rib has the two-line address/patent dates marking. In 1889, when this revolver was shipped, Winans won the South London Rifle Club’s Championship trophy for the third year. His score was 290 out of a possible 294. He was one of the most famous and highly esteemed handgun shooters of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. “The Chicago Chronicle” put it best when it opined, “The finest revolver shot in the world, so far as gallery practice is concerned, is probably Walter Winans, whose records at the galleries in London in off-hand shooting with heavy caliber revolvers has never been authentically beaten” (21 June 1896). Winans was a three time Olympic medalist winning the gold in running deer shooting in 1908 (double shot) and the silver in 1912 (team). He also won a gold medal in 1912 for his sculpture "An American Trotter". He is the only American to win a medals in shooting and art. His Olympic career was not without controversy. At the 1908 Olympics, Winans' eligibility as an American competitor was questioned because he had never set foot in the United States. Winans was born to American parents in St. Petersburg, Russia where he lived for the first 18 years of his life. Before taking up residence in England, Winans took the oath of allegiance at the U.S. Embassy. He did not visit the U.S. until he was 58 years old. To compete at the Olympic Games, Winans was required to swear his allegiance to the U.S. Consul General.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 85% original bright blue finish with thinning to brown and high edge wear on the balance. 97% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are excellent with very limited handling marks and highly attractive fiery colors. Mechanically excellent. A rare configuration high condition documented and inscribed New Model No. 3 owned by the legendary marksman Walter Winans is a must have for the serious S&W collector.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Smith & Wesson No. 2 Type I Lever Action Pistol

Lot #107 (Sale Order 107 of 688)

Fine Smith & Wesson No. 2 Type I Lever Action Pistol

This is an early production Smith & Wesson No. 2, "Volcanic" lever action pistol. The pistol has the early Type I features which include: (1) pronounced hump on the frame behind the trigger, (2) uncrowned muzzle that is flush with the magazine, (3) flat magazine lock spring, (4) single lever spring screw and (5) loading lever with spur. The pistol has an eight-inch, part-round, barrel with brass, pinch-back, front sight blade. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped: "SMITH & WESSON/NORWICH CT./CAST-STEEL" in three lines followed by "PATENT". The steel receiver has a screw-fastened, fixed, rear sight and hammer with fine-knurled spur. The receiver top, sides, sideplates and top of the hammer are decorated with the open scroll engraving that was standard on Smith & Wesson No. 2 pistols. The two-piece rosewood grips have flared butts. The serial number is stamped on the right side of the receiver butt beneath the grip and penciled on the inside of both grips. The barrel/magazine is browned, the receiver has a high polish blue finish, the hammer, trigger and lever are casehardened and the grips have a high polish piano finish. Smith & Wesson manufactured fewer than 500 large frame, No. 2, lever action pistols. The early production pistols with Type I features are quite rare and desirable. The steel frames on Smith & Wesson lever action pistols did not retain the blue well and pistols that show even traces of the original high polish blue finish are particularly desirable.

Class: Antique

Fine, with 40% of the original brown, blue and casehardened finish. The brown finish on the barrel/magazine has aged to a smooth plum patina and is about 60%. The edges are sharp and the Smith & Wesson legend on the top flat is crisp. The cartridge follower is missing. The receiver has a smooth, mottled brown, patina with significant amounts of the original high polish blue finish visible in protected areas. The simple but well executed scroll engraving is crisp. The case colors on the hammer, trigger and lever have faded to a mottled, gray-brown patina. The grips show some handling wear but remain in fine overall condition and retain 60% of the original piano finish. This is an outstanding example of a rare and desirable Smith & Wesson No. 2 Type I lever action pistol with rarely encountered blue finish.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Cased Set of Engraved Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolvers

Lot #108 (Sale Order 108 of 688)

Superb Cased Pair of Rare Consecutively Serialized Oscar Young Factory Exhibition Deluxe Engraved Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolvers with Pearl Grips, Extra Barrel and Factory Letters Presented to Two Identified New York Competition Target Shooters Including New York Police Officer William Petty -A) Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver

Superb Cased Pair of Rare Consecutively Serialized Oscar Young Factory Exhibition Deluxe Engraved Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolvers with Pearl Grips, Extra Barrel and Factory Letters Presented to Two Identified New York Competition Target Shooters Including New York Police Officer William Petty -A) Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver
This rare consecutively serialized matched presentation cased set of S&W New Model No. 3 Target Revolvers feature Oscar Young, factory deluxe, exhibition quality floral scroll engraving on a stippled background along with zig-zag line motifs, and were first presented to turn of the century competition target shooter and New York City police officer William E. Petty and then later presented by Petty to the president of the Rifle and Revolver Club of New York. Each revolver comes with a factory letter stating that this special order consecutively numbered pair was shipped on November 4, 1897 and delivered to M.W. Robinson Co. of New York City. At the time of shipment the revolvers had a 6 1/2 inch barrel, blue finish and checkered wood grips. The deeply chiseled scrollwork and motifs are the factory exhibition quality work of Master Engraver Oscar Young, and in the factory letters S&W historian Roy Jinks concludes that the, pearl grips and case were likely supplied by M.W. Robinson. The extra 8 inch barrel in .44 S&W Russian is engraved to match and is also numbered to "A". The revolvers have target sights, pearl grips, one-line barrel rib address marking, and respective matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, and barrel. The barrel latch on "A" is numbered to a different gun, and the barrel latch on "B" is not numbered. The accompanying letter written by noted S&W collector Dr. Gerald Klaz to S&W historian Roy Jinks states this set belonged to William E. Petty, which is confirmed by the presentation inscribed case. The leather bound case features two silver presentation inscribed plaques on the exterior of the lid. The first plaque reads, “Presented/TO/ACTING CAPTAIN/William E. Petty/BY THE MEMBERS OF THE FORCE/OF THE NINTH PRECINCT/N.Y. Sept. 20th 1897.” The "Report of the Police Department of the City of New York" for the year of 1904 lists 19th century champion shooter William E. Petty as serving with the New York City Police Department from May 5, 1884 until his retirement on May 25, 1904. Other period records show him as participating in shooting competitions as well as identified as "the instructor in revolver practice of the entire police force of New York City." Petty is quoted in Richard Zacks' "Island of Vice: Theodore Roosevelt's Quest to Clean Up Sin-Loving New York" (page 220-221) expressing his dismay over the lack of proper weapons training received by New York City police officers in the late 1880s. For Petty it was imperative that his students received only the best revolver training: "A trained marksman can disable a man where a bumbler might kill." The second presentation plaque on the exterior of the case reads, “Presented from Capt. Petty/and presented to its President and Benefactor/J.A.L. MOLLER/The Rifle and Revolver Club of New York/OCTOBER 1929.” “American Rifleman, Volume 62” lists J.A.L. Moller as a member of the Rifle and Revolver Club of New York as well as a competitor in match target shoots (pages 52 and 154). J.A.L. Moller’s identity is also confirmed in the December 12, 1932 edition of “The Herald Statesman,” a Yonkers, New York, newspaper. Again, Moller is listed as a champion of the Rifle and Revolver Club of New York shooting team. Both revolvers are held in the French fitted interior of the lid. The revolvers are secured in place with a hinged and clasped cover. The body of the case is fitted with a large wooden cartridge block with an empty cavity in the center.

Manufacture: Smith & Wesson
Model: New Model No 3
BBL: 6 1/2 inch solid rib
Stock:
Gauge: 44 S&W Russian
Finish: blue
Grips: pearl
Serial Number: 32239
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent as New York retailer engraved, retaining 97% of the blue finish with slight thinning on the grip straps and minimal light spotting. The engraving is crisp. Nearly all of the case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling marks and highly attractive fiery colors. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrel retains 97% plus of the blue finish. The case is very good with wear and handling/storage marks on the ex
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Military Presentation Smith & Wesson No. 3 American Revolver

Lot #109 (Sale Order 109 of 688)

Factory Engraved Presentation Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 1st Model Single Action Revolver Inscribed to Civil War Battle of Tebbs Bend Hero Union Colonel Orlando Moore

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with 8 inch barrel, nickel plating, factory engraving, and smooth walnut grips (currently carved pearl) when sold on March 4, 1871 and shipped to George W. Schofield, who acted as a S&W distributor for U.S. troops in the Western states and territories and served as a lieutenant colonel in the Union Army. Schofield, who was breveted a Union Army brigadier general in the Civil War, is best known for his contributions to the development of Smith & Wesson’s .45 caliber revolver that bears his name and was issued to the U.S. Army during the Indian Wars. The shipment including this revolver was for 10 units (8 blued and 2 plated in nickel), and it was the only revolver with engraving. Although the back strap inscription is not listed in the S&W records, it was certainly period applied. The engraving consists mostly of pattern floral scrollwork along with intertwining line, star and arrow motifs. The back strap is inscribed "Col. Orlando Moore U.S.A." The revolver wears pearl grips. The left panel features checkering and relief carved dragoon bust. The right panel features a carved floral pattern with a blossom in the center. The rib has the one-line address/patent dates marking. Matching assembly marks appear on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. Copies of Col. Moore's extensive military records provided by the National Archives to S&W historian Roy Jinks in 1993 are included. Col. Moore served from 1856 to 1865 and again from 1874 to 1884. Among the storied periods of his Army career, he helped to foil a conspiracy by Southern sympathizers in the Western states and territories to form a Pacific Republic in 1861 and spent most of the Civil War commanding the 25th Michigan Infantry which had been organized in Kalamazoo in the summer of 1862. One of the regiment's first major assignments was the occupation of Louisville, Kentucky. There men of the 25th Michigan defended roads and bridges from Confederate raiders. On July 4, 1863 Moore's outnumbered command of 260 relatively untested men repeatedly repealed assaults by 800 to 1,000 battle hardened Confederate dismounted cavalrymen under the command of Brigadier General John Morgan. Arriving at sunrise, Morgan's men made little progress against the Union defenses. Nevertheless, Morgan demanded surrender to which Moore replied, "Present my compliments to General Morgan, and say to him, that this being the 4th of July, I cannot entertain the proposition to surrender." The attacks were renewed. It was fierce and bloody, often reverting to hand-to-hand combat. Lasting under four hours, the Battle of Tebbs Bend, as it would be known, was a catastrophe for the Confederacy as the battle claimed the lives of 36 men including 22 officers, who were the primary targets of Moore's sharpshooters, 45 wounded, and 30 captured. Total Union losses stood at 6 dead and 24 wounded including the female soldier Lizzie Compton, who disguised herself as a man to enlist and fight in the Union Army at the age of 14 and saw extensive action while serving in a total of seven different regiments by the time the Civil War concluded. In the words of historian James Ramage, the battle was "one of the most outstanding small victories in the Civil War. It was unusual for a small Union force to resist Morgan, and to fight so fiercely and effectively." In his private journal, Morgan's chief of staff wrote of Moore, "The colonel is a gallant man and the entire arrangement of his defense entitles him to the highest credit for military skill. We would mark such a man in our army for promotion." Moore in fact received brevet promotion and recognition for his gallant and meritorious service in action at Tebbs Bend. Moore's triumph is largely overshadowed by the victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg. He later faced two court martials generally considered a result from his outspoken support for the rights of blacks, ending his chances of making general. During the latter part of his military career, he served in the West where this revolver was likely presented to him. He retired from the Army in 1884 and died on October 31, 1890 in Coldwater, Michigan. Includes three inches of original document copies from the National Archives containing Col. Moore's complete military service record of assignments, promotions and demotions, battles he participated in, awards and his court martial. Truly a trove of mid-late 19th century military history. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is ad
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Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver

Lot #110 (Sale Order 110 of 688)

Cased Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver with Relief Carved Spanish Coat of Arms and Factory Letter

Only 8,000 of these revolvers were manufactured in 1870-1872. The barrel rib has the one-line address/patent dates marking. The assembly number “600” is found on the cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. An assembly number is not present on the grip frame. Attaching hardware for an included after market folding skeleton stock is mounted just behind the hammer. In the accompanying August 1962 dated factory letter (copy) longtime S&W President C.R. Hellstrom concluded, “The gun is very definitely a presentation gun from one of the officers of our company since there is nothing in our archives indicating a sale or registration.” The revolver wears presentation type grips with each panel featuring a relief carving. A version of a lesser or abbreviated coat of arms of the Spanish monarch appears on the right panel, and the initials “JP” appear on the left panel. The coat of arms features the Kingdoms of Castile and Leon in the quarters while the ente en point is the Kingdom of Granada. The House of Bourbon escutcheon as used in coat of arms by the Spanish monarchy from 1700-1868 and again from 1875-1931 is absent. This revolver was manufactured during the brief and turbulent reign of Amadeo I. An Italian prince from the House of Savoy who was King of Spain from 1870 to 1873, Amedeo’s time on the throne coincides to when this revolver was manufactured and the absence of the House of Bourbon escutcheon from the grip arms carving is therefore not surprising. Amedeo was the only prince of the House of Savoy to sit on the Spanish throne and was made king following the ousting of Isabella II of the House of Bourbon. The “JP” initials likely belonged to a member of the ruling class under the reign of Amadeo I. Smith & Wesson entered into a contract to manufacture No. 3 Russians for Spain in the early 1870s. Perhaps S&W offered this revolver to a Spanish official as part of their negotiating efforts. By 1884 the contract was dissolved following Spain's decree to not provide copyright protection to products not patented in Spain. As a result, Spanish companies flooded the market with S&W knockoffs. Just after production of the First Model American ceased, the Spanish monarchy was abdicated from the throne and the First Spanish Republic was founded. The Republic was short lived as a coup d’état restored the monarchy under Alfonso XII in 1874, returning the House of Bourbon to the throne until political unrest once again ended the monarchy in 1931. The back of both grip panels are marked with the gun’s serial number “4337” in pen ink while “Smith &/Wesson” is marked in pencil on the left panel only. The partitioned case is lined in green velvet and contains three thread pieces to an incomplete cleaning rod and a box of U.S. Cartridges .44 S&W American Model cartridges.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 97% reapplied nickel finish with some flaking mostly on the barrel. The grips are excellent with typical age lines on the bottoms, few minor handling marks and crisp carving. Mechanically excellent. The relined case is very good with some missing veneer at the corners, some textured varnish, minor handling/storage marks and typical high spot wear on the lining. A very interesting No. 3 First Model American linked to Spain's monarchical past.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

U.S. Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Revolver

Lot #111 (Sale Order 111 of 688)

U.S. Smith & Wesson Second Model Schofield Single Action Revolver

Manufactured for the U.S. military circa 1876-77 with a total production approximately 5,934. The period shortened barrel has a blade front sight. "US" (faint) is marked on the butt, U.S. Ordnance sub-inspector stamps "W" and "P" are on the rear of the cylinder and underside of the barrel lug, and matching serial numbers are on butt, right grip panel, and cylinder. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% original blue finish with a smooth brown-gray patina on the balance. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Target Revolver

Lot #112 (Sale Order 112 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Target Revolver

Introduced in 1881. Standard markings and features including the correct length 1 7/16 inch cylinder and matching serial numbers on the barrel, barrel latch, cylinder, right grip panel, and butt. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 80% original blue finish, some areas of spotting mostly concentrated on the cylinder, and most of the finish wear on the grip straps. The grips are also very fine with light wear, brownish hue, and worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver with Box

Lot #113 (Sale Order 113 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver with Box

Introduced in 1886. Matching serial numbers on the barrel latch, barrel, cylinder, and right grip panel. Pinned round blade front sight with service rear sight and correct 1 7/16 inch cylinder. This revolver is from the collection of country music icon Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership. Also included is the correct model factory pasteboard box numbered "28745", which is just two digits off this revolver. Likely a mix-up that could have occurred at the point of original shipment or once in the initial distributor's inventory if both guns were present at the same time.

Class: Antique

Very fine overall, retaining 75% plus original blue finish, areas showing some brown patination, and much of the loss concentrated on the cylinder. The grips have taken on a brown hue, a few minor dings and scratches, and worn but well-defined checkering. The box is very fine with some mild wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 1st Model Revolver

Lot #114 (Sale Order 114 of 688)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 1st Model Single Action Revolver

Manufactured from 1871-1874. The barrel rib legend ends with "RUSSIAN MODEL." Matching assembly numbers on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 60% original nickel plating with a smooth dark patina on the balance. Slight traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are good with repairs. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 3rd Model Revolver

Lot #115 (Sale Order 115 of 688)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 3rd Model Revolver with Holster Rig

Manufactured from 1874 to 1878. Barrel rib legend ends with "RUSSIAN MODEL." Right grip panel numbered to the gun, and matching assembly numbers on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. The leather holster rig has a tooled cartridge belt. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 70% original nickel plating with a smooth dark gray patina on the balance mixed with some scattered minor pitting. Traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The holster rig is very good with minor handling/storage marks and flex wear.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver

Lot #116 (Sale Order 116 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .44 Double Action First Model Revolver

Introduced in 1881. Standard markings and features including the correct length 1 7/16 inch cylinder and matching serial numbers on the barrel, barrel latch, cylinder, and butt (grips irremovable). This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 90% original nickel finish, scattered areas of oxidation, and light scratches. The grips are very good with a brown hue, a crack at the left toe, and worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 1st Model Single Action Revolver

Lot #117 (Sale Order 117 of 688)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 American 1st Model Single Action Revolver

Manufactured from 1870 to 1872. The barrel rib has the one-line address/patent dates marking. The front sight has been trimmed down during the period of use. Matching assembly numbers are stamped on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 70% original nickel plating with a smooth gray patina and a some dings on the barrel. Patterns of original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are very fine with typical age lines on the bottom, some minor handling marks and attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action Baby Russian Revolver

Lot #118 (Sale Order 118 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action 1st Model Baby Russian Revolver with Relief Carved Mexican Eagle Grip

Manufactured in 1876/77. The right grip panel features a relief carved Mexican eagle. Matching serial numbers are on the butt, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 97% original nickel plating with limited flaking on the back strap and a ding on the front of the barrel rib. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks and attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent. A very attractive Baby Russian for your growing S&W collection.

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 2nd Model Revolver

Lot #119 (Sale Order 119 of 688)

Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian 2nd Model Single Action Revolver with Rare 6 Inch Barrel

Manufactured from 1873-78. The rare non-standard original 6 inch barrel has the one-line rib address/patent dates marking ending with "RUSSIAN MODEL" followed by "REISSUE/JULY 25, 1871." The Schuyler Hartley Graham distributor diamond "SH" marking is stamped on the butt. The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly numbers appear on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining nearly 50% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina and some very scattered light pitting. 65% vivid original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are also fine with some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson Model No. 3 Russian 1st Model Revolver

Lot #120 (Sale Order 120 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Model No. 3 Russian 1st Model Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the 8 inch barrel, blue finish and smooth walnut grips. The revolver was shipped on December 12, 1872 and delivered to M.W. Robinson Co., New York City. This shipment was for 60 Russian Models and 140 American Models. The barrel rib legend ends with "RUSSIAN MODEL." The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly marks are on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is addressed to him.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina with some mostly light pitting. 30% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are very good with minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle Stock

Lot #121 (Sale Order 121 of 688)

Desirable Smith & Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle Stock

Offered here is a S&W walnut stock extension designed for use with S&W Model 320 Revolving Rifle. It has blued attaching hardware and a checkered S&W hard rubber buttplate.

Class: Other

Very good. Strong traces of original blue finish remain on the attaching hardware, otherwise a smooth dark brown patina. The walnut shows minor ding and scratches. The checkering on the buttplate remains crisp overall. Don't miss your chance to acquire an often missing S&W accessory.

Smith & Wesson Model No. 3 Russian 1st Model Revolver

Lot #122 (Sale Order 122 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Model No. 3 Russian 1st Model Single Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the 8 inch barrel, blue finish and smooth walnut grips. The revolver was likely shipped on June 10, 1872 and delivered to M.W. Robinson Co., New York City. The barrel rib legend ends with "RUSSIAN MODEL." The right grip panel is numbered to the gun. Matching assembly numbers on the grip frame, cylinder, barrel and barrel latch. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is addressed to him.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 70% original blue finish with a smooth dark gray patina on the balance. Some original case colors remain on the hammer, and the trigger guard has faded to a silver gray. Lanyard swivel removed. The grips are very good with a couple tiny chips at the bottom, high edge wear and minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

Lot #123 (Sale Order 123 of 688)

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

The left side of the barrel has rarely encountered caliber marking "44 S&W CTG" and the top of the barrel rib has the one-line address marking. Pinned blade front sight and a notch rear sight on the catch. The matching serial number is stamped on the butt, rear cylinder face, barrel and catch. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger guard. Fitted with desirable checkered walnut grips.

Class: Antique

Fine. The revolver retains 70% original blue finish thinning to a mixed gray/brown patina at the muzzle, grip straps, frame and exposed edges. The trigger guard and hammer retain 97% vivid original case colors. The grips are excellent with some very scattered minor handling marks and overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Single Action Revolver

Lot #124 (Sale Order 124 of 688)

Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Single Action Revolver

The New Model No. 3 Target Model dominated target competitions in the late 1800s, and are found in the serial number range below 4,333. Of the 4,333 target variations manufactured, only 1,413 were chambered in .38-44 caliber. It has target sights, two-line barrel rib markings, and matching serial numbers on the butt, right grip panel, 1 7/16 inch cylinder, barrel and barrel latch.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 60% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. Slight traces of original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger guard. The grips are also fine with some minor handling marks and some wear along the top of the checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Flintlock American Long Rifle Attributed to John Bonewitz

Lot #125 (Sale Order 125 of 688)

Kentucky Rifle Association Best Relief Carved Rifle Award Winning Engraved Golden Age Flintlock American Long Rifle Attributed to John Bonewitz

This c. 1790-1800 rifle attributed to master gunmaker John (Johannes) Bonewitz (1758-1828) of Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, won the "Best Carved Rifle" award from the Kentucky Rifle Association in 1994 (silver award plaque included) and is certainly a very fine example of why his work is held in such high esteem by collectors of American Long Rifles from the Golden Age after the American Revolution. Bonewitz worked in Womelsdorf c. 1778-1809 and then moved to Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, where he remained active until his death in 1828. He is credited with training Leonard Reedy and Andrew Fitchorn Jr. The rifled barrel has traditional blade and notch sights and no visible markings, and the lock is also unmarked on the outside and only has a "DP" cartouche on the inside. However, the rifle closely matches the detailed carving, engraving, and furniture on other Bonewitz rifles shown in the KRA Bulletin, Volume 29, Number 2 for Winter 2002 in the article "John Bonewitz Master Gunsmith, Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania" and the 2012 article "Johannes Bonewitz- Master Gunsmith, Womelsdorf, PA" by Henry Bishop. In fact, the carving and other details on this rifle could be considered Bonewitz's "signatures." For example, the incised carved scroll pattern ahead of the patch box finial is consistently found on his work. The three-piece patch box itself is the same pattern as is found on many of his rifles, even the engraving is the same as some other examples, and the details of the other incised and raised relief scroll carving at the ramrod entry pipe, wrist, and sides of the butt are all highly consistent with his incredible work. The pattern found below the cheek rest is an uncommon design on American long rifles broadly, but it is found on Bonewitz rifles.

Class: Antique

Fine as reconverted to flintlock configuration with mottled brown patina on the barrel and lock, some erosion at the breech, attractive aged patina on the brass, crisp engraving, aged patina on the blank silver wrist escutcheon, and mild overall wear. The stock is very fine and has incredibly crisp and detailed carving, smooth oiled finish, mild wear around the lock, some minor thin cracks, slight chip and repair at the toe, and minor scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. This is a beautiful golden age American long rifle. Very few rifles come available with such crisp carving and engraving, let alone award winning rifles with as fine of carving as this.

George Eister Attributed Flintlock American Long Rifle

Lot #126 (Sale Order 126 of 688)

Scarce George Eister Attributed Engraved and Relief Carved Golden Age Flintlock Smoothbore American Long Rifle

Like a lot of George Eister's guns, this "smooth rifle" is not signed, but it is similar to others signed by or attributed to George Eister (1741-1810) of York County, Pennsylvania, including the examples pictured in "Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in Its Golden Age" by Kindig on pages 296-303. The unsigned "smooth rifle" on 303 is especially similar. For example, note the trigger. Among the characteristics consistent with his work is the large number of screws holding the patch box finial and side plates in place. The shape and design of these components is also consistent with his other work. Similarly, the engraved toe plate secured by six screws and holding the elongated patch box release is also consistent with his work. For a very similar toe plate on an Eister, see page 296 of Kindig's book. As is so often the case, it is not clear if this gun was built as a rifle and later rebored smooth or if it was always a "smooth rifle." Given their prevalence and the fact that many of these "smooth rifles' have single triggers while double set triggers are common on the true rifles, it seems likely that many were built as smoothbores. The barrel has rifle style blade and notch sights and has an accent line on the barrel ahead of and behind the rear sight. The lock has some light border designs. The furniture is all brass with the sole exception of the silver wrist escutcheon which is inscribed with what appears to be the initials "FS." The side plate, patch box, and toe plate all have primarily floral scroll engraving along with some crosshatch panels. The patch box has two piercings on the finial and each side plate. The full-length stock has molding along the forend and butt, nicely shaped rounded flats with tear drop tails, and elaborate floral scroll raised relief carved designs with crosshatched accents that coordinate very nicely with the engraving at the ramrod entry pipe, barrel tang, and the sides of the butt, especially the left side of the butt under and behind the cheek rest.

Class: Antique

Good as restored, including reconversion to flintlock configuration and slight shortening. The barrel has a textured dark brown patina on the barrel, smoother brown on the tang, filler blocks in the original barrel key dovetails, and mild erosion at the breech. The lock has a weak replacement mainspring but works and has brown patina and mild oxidation. The brass displays deep aged patina, mostly distinct engraving, and mild marks and scratches. The stock has nice flame figure, generally distinct carving, some repairs in the lock and breech section including bedding under the barrel, discreet filler in the original barrel key slots, some small chips at the edges, and general small scratches and dings. This is definitely a very attractive Golden Age "smooth rifle" with a lot of beautiful work.

18th Century American Flintlock Smooth-Rifle

Lot #127 (Sale Order 127 of 688)

Documented Carved 18th Century American Flintlock "Smooth-Rifle from Somewhere East of Reading, Pennsylvania"

This rifle is documented in "A Smooth - Rifle from somewhere East of Reading, Pennsylvania" by George Shumway in the "Longrifles of Note" section of "Muzzle Blasts" magazine from June of 1993 in which he notes the similarities between this rifle and rifle no. 11 in "Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in Its Golden Age" by Kindig. Both are smoothbore guns and are very similar, similar enough to clearly be by the same maker per Shumway. The rifle comes from the Lehigh Valley east of Reading, Pennsylvania, and is dated to the 1760s-1770s by Shumway. It has a tapered octagon barrel with smoothbore, traditional blade and notch rifle-style sights, and no signature. The lock is also unmarked and has a stepped tail and beveled edges. The furniture is all brass. It has a plain single trigger. The wooden patch box lid appears to be original and has some light incised carving and three small grasping slots. The lightly figures stock has nice molding along the ramrod channel, attractive carving at the ramrod entry pipe and upper tang, shaped tear drop flats, scroll carving at the front of the comb, a nice cheek rest, and attractive raised relief and incised carving on the left side of the butt.

Class: Antique

Very good as reconverted to flintlock configuration with dark brown patina, light oxidation, and some mild pitting on the barrel and lock along with some tool marks on the former; deep aged patina on the brass, pieces of the toe of the buttplate absent, and a mix of dark aged patina and lighter hand-worn areas on the stock which has some cracks and repairs mainly in the spliced forend, gaps around the lock, flash wear and loss at the breech, worn carving on the forend and wrist, and crisper carving on the butt. The lock is functional.

William III Period Flintlock Musket with Plug Bayonet

Lot #128 (Sale Order 128 of 688)

Incredibly Rare Documented William III Period Flintlock Musket with Plug Bayonet

English flintlock muskets from the reign of King William III (r. 1689-1702, also known was William of Orange) very rarely come for sale on either side of the "pond." This musket is even scarcer in that it is pictured and discussed on pages 52-53 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" by George D. Moller and has his discreet "GDM" collection marking by the toe. Moller lists it as manufactured in the 1690s. While most English muskets from William's reign still had back/dog catches, this musket is part of a group that did not. The lightly rounded lock plate has a fairly straight profile, terminates in a pointed teat, and is the distinctive WR cipher of William III. The lock is bridleless and is secured by three screws passing through the lock without the use of a side plate or washers. The barrel has a rounded blade front sight, simple incised band at the transition point, Ordnance markings at the breech, and a deeper "RC" mark on the upper right flat slightly ahead of the vent. The stock has simple sheet brass ramrod pips, no entry pipe, a simple iron trigger guard, and a brass buttplate on the rounded butt. A wooden ramrod and a plug bayonet with a 18 1/4 inch blade with 6 1/2 inch false edge and wood handle with a hanging staple are included.

Class: Antique

Good with a mottled mix of gray and brown patina, mild pitting, aged patina on the brass, partially squashed ramrod pips, and moderate overall wear. The refinished stock is also good and has general dings and scratches, mild edge wear, and some cracks in the forend. Mechanically fine. The bayonet has dark brown patina and light pitting on the metal, thin cracks in the wood, and relatively mild overall wear.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

British William III Period Matchlock Musket with Forked Rest

Lot #129 (Sale Order 129 of 688)

Rare Documented British William III Period Matchlock Musket with Forked Rest

This musket is pictured and discussed on pages 36-37 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" by George D. Moller. He list it as a "William III period (1688-1702) English matchlock musket. Its configuration is typical of British military muskets of the late 17th century. (Robert Nittolo Collection.)" Moller also states: "There is a round red wax seal under the forearm, forward of the trigger guard. This appears to be an Ordnance seal designating this musket as a pattern to be followed in the subsequent manufacture of muskets. The barrel is smoothbore, has no sights, and has a smooth transition from round to octagon. The top has an early Ordnance proof/view stamp. It has a serpentine side plate with three screws securing the convex lock which has a pointed teat at the tail, a fence, and a pan cover with a long arm. The furniture is iron and includes two sheet iron forend bands, a ramrod entry pipe, trigger guard with bulbous finial, blank oval wrist escutcheon secured by two screws, and an sheet buttplate. The stock has raised flats, a raised "bar" around the upper tang with a divided box stamp, and a rounded butt. Includes a forked musket rest.

Class: Antique

Very good with silver gray and light brown patina on the iron throughout, minor pitting, repaired forend band, separation at the breech/barrel tang, and general mild wear. The partially conserved stock has an older dark applied finish, some subtle repairs, moderate scrapes and dings throughout, some insect holes and lines, and a few chips and cracks. Mechanically excellent. The rest is very good with dark patina and moderate wear on the wood including stable cracking.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

H.E. Leman Flintlock Northwest Trade Gun

Lot #130 (Sale Order 130 of 688)

Rare and Desirable Documented Large Bore Henry E. Leman Flintlock Northwest Trade Gun

This exact trade gun is pictured on page 392 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II: From the 1790s to the End of the Flintlock Period" by George Moller. Most Northwest Guns are around 20 bore (.62), but this one is 16 bore (.69). Moller states, "The large-bored fusil described here is attributed to Leman's contract of April 1 or December 1, 1857. Leman attempted to inform the government that the Indians preferred smaller-bored arms, but the government insisted on this caliber. These large-bored fusils were unpopular with the Indians, and no additional large-bored arms of this type were ordered." Aside from the larger caliber, it is essentially a standard mid-19th century Northwest Trade Gun in form and has the over-sized trigger and iron trigger guard and classic serpentine side plate. The barrel has a small blade front sight, two banded transition points, the sitting fox over "PA" cartouche at the breech followed by "*H. E. LEMAN * LANCASTER PA," false English proofs on the upper left flat, and a "HEL" and "P" on the upper left at the breech. The lock has the sitting fox and "PA" cartouche over "H. E. LEMAN/LANCASTER PA" at the center, light scroll and border engraving, military style cock with reinforced neck, and corresponding robust frizzen. The forend band, two ramrod pipes, side plate, and buttplate are brass. The stock is rather plain aside from the well-shaped raised tear drop side flats and tang plateau. A circled animal design is on the left side of the buttstock. The ramrod has a shotgun style brass tip.

Class: Antique

Fine with much of the brown finish remaining on the barrel and trigger guard, gray and brown patina on the balance, some mild pitting mainly at the vent, aged patina on the brass furniture, and relatively minor overall wear, especially for an Indian trade gun. The stock is excellent and has some mild scratches and dings, some minor hairline cracks, and fairly light overall wear. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Hudson Valley Flintlock Fowling Piece

Lot #131 (Sale Order 131 of 688)

Revolutionary War Era Hudson Valley Flintlock Fowling Piece with Raised Relief Carved Stock

This fowling piece or fowler from c. 1760s-1770s has no visible maker's marks, but the interior of the scroll engraved English style lock is marked "B-HOMER." Benjamin Homer (1731-1776) and his son Benjamin Perrott Homer (born 1761) were merchants in Boston per Smith and Bitter in "Historic Pistols: The American Martial Flintlock, 1760-1845." They note: "A number of New England and upstate New York fowlers are known with B. Homer imported locks." The proofs on the barrel are somewhat unclear but appear to be the early Birmingham private proof and view marks. These long smoothbore hunting guns were popular in the northern colonies during the late colonial era and into the American Revolutionary War and doubled as service weapons for many militiamen. Some where shortened and modified to take bayonets. This gun has a low rounded brass blade front sight and a groove cut at the breech for a rear sight. The furniture is brass and has some nice early styling, including the trigger guard which has spear shaped finials and a rounded profile. The stock has very nice flame figure, particularly in the forend, and has a somewhat straighter and lighter profile than the earlier fowlers and fine molding that flows into the raised relief carved floral patterns at the ramrod entry point, barrel tang, and rear of the trigger guard as well as nicely shaped flats with rounded points. George Moller's small "GDM" collection mark is by the toe.

Class: Antique

Good as reconverted to flintlock configuration with dark brown patina and applied finish on the barrel, dark gray and brown patina on the lock, aged patina on the brass furniture, and mild overall wear. The stock is fine and has beautiful flame figure, 12 1/2 inch section spliced at the front of the forend, repaired crack in the butt, some other discreet repairs, minor chips and flakes around the lock mortise edges, and general mild dings and scratches. The carving and engraving remain mostly distinct aside from smoothing from handling on the forend. The lock will drop from half-cock but functions fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

C. Gumpf Signed Smoothbore Flintlock American Long Rifle

Lot #132 (Sale Order 132 of 688)

C. Gumpf Signed Engraved Smoothbore Flintlock American Long Rifle with Sweitzer Lock

George Moller noted this as a "trade rifle." His tiny "GDM" collection mark is ahead of toe plate. The gun is certainly more plainly built than others signed by Christopher Gumpf, a gunmaker in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, from 1791 to 1834. The barrel has a smoothbore and appears to have been shortened and bored out smooth in the period. It has low profile rifle style sights, decorative floral and wavy line engraving in the midsection, "C Gumpf" signed on top, a stamp on the upper left at the breech that appears to be "CH," and a decorative dot pattern at the breech. The flat lock is signed "SWEITZER" at center (Z horizontally inverted as seen on others) and has a lightly stepped tail with simple engraving. It is equipped with adjustable double set triggers and has brass furniture. The four-piece patchbox has piercings on the finial and side plates, light engraving, "2 W H" (2 probably a J) inscribed on the lid, and a release button on the heel of the buttplate. The toe plate is an interesting design with scalloped edge and three "key-hole" piercings. Silver oval inlays are pinned on the wrist and the shallow cheek rest, and there is a pinned brass plate with wavy line and dot patterns pinned on the left side of the butt.

Class: Antique

Good as reconverted to flintlock configuration and shortened/altered with dark brown patina and finish on the barrel, dark bluish tone on the lock, mild pitting mainly at the breech, aged patina on the brass and silver, distinct signatures, and generally crisp engraving. The stock is fine and has repairs in the forend including eye shaped spliced around the barrel wedges, some small chips and flakes at the edges and barrel tang, attractive flame figure, and mild scratches and dings. The lock and trigger setup requires the triggers to be set before cocking, and it will drop from half-cock when the trigger is pulled. Otherwise, it is mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

James II Era R. Brooke Flintlock Carbine with Plug Bayonet

Lot #133 (Sale Order 133 of 688)

Incredibly Rare James II Era 17th Century Robert Brooke English Flintlock Cavalry Carbine with Plug Bayonet

This carbine was manufactured during the short and tumultuous reign of James II of England (1685-1688) and has his "J2R" cipher at the center of the "banana" profile lock and "BROOKE" signed in a banner at the tail. The bridleless lock is secured by three screws and has ".T" on the inside. A few of these early flintlock carbines by Brooke are estimated as from c. 1685 in the Royal Armouries' collections, and another is shown in Figure 4 of "The British Royal Cypher-1660 to Present CRII-ERII" by Peter Stuyvesant Wainwright in the American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin from 1996. Robert Brooke was an Ordnance contractor in 1661-1689 and was a known manufacturer of these rare carbines. Martial carbines from the era in general were limited. Some of these carbines are believed to have been used in the North American colonies. It has a smoothbore, three-stage barrel with slight muzzle flare, rounded blade front sight, slight band at the first transition, a "crown/IR" stamp and "crown/flower" proof marks on the top flat at the breech, another proof on the tang, and Brooke's "coronet/RB" maker's mark on the upper left at the breech. It has nicely shaped brass ramrod thimbles, a sheet iron trigger guard, and simple sheet brass buttplate. The stock shows a bit of a transitional appearance between the rounded wheellock carbine style butts and the flatter later carbines and muskets and has a storekeeper mark on the right. The trigger is noticeably thicker than is usually scene on guns from the era, but this is consistent with other Brooke carbines. The small plug bayonet has an 11 inch trefoil blade and a black leather scabbard. James II (James VII in Scotland) was the last Catholic monarch of England, Scotland, and Ireland and was removed from power in the famous "Glorious Revolution of 1688" (or Bloodless Revolution). His efforts to rule as an absolute monarch in defiance of Parliament combined with his Catholicism and friendly relations with the "Sun King" Louis XIV of France, England's historic rival, certainly did not help matters, but the birth of his son, James Francis Edward Stuart, in 1688 really brought tensions to a head since it established a Catholic heir and thus a potential Catholic line to the throne into the future. Prince William of Orange, the husband of James II's protestant daughter Mary, was "invited" to invade and take the throne as William III. With his landing, James II's army largely deserted him, and he fled to France but did not abdicate the throne. Ruling together, William and Mary famously signed the English Bill of Rights in 1689 that guaranteed more freedom and power in Parliament, rules for the line of succession to guarantee Protestants remained on the throne, and individual liberties, such as the right to bear arms for self-defense (for Protestants) and freedom from cruel and unusual punishment. The trampling, or perceived trampling, of rights guaranteed in 1689 were in part the origins of the American Revolution, and the U.S. Bill of Rights has clear echoes of the English Bill of Rights, including the Second Amendment right to bear arms. James II attempted to recover the throne in 1689 and landed in Ireland with French support while the Jacobites in Scotland were in revolt on his behalf, but his forces were defeated at the Battle of the Boyne in northeastern Ireland, and he was forced again to return to France were he was under Louis XIV's protection until his death in 1701. The French king recognized his son as James III. However, Anne, James II's other Protestant daughter, became queen of Great Britain and Ireland in 1707 upon William III's death and reigned until her death in 1714 when George I of the House of Hanover became king marking the beginning of the Georgian era. Supporters of the would be James III (James VIII in Scotland) led another Jacobite uprising in Scotland in 1715, and his son, "Bonnie Prince Charlie," led a final rising in 1745 with French support that even invaded England before being crushed at the Battle of Culloden. With the Jacobite army defeated and George II secure on the throne, the era of the Stuart's was over.

Class: Antique

Very good with a silver-gray patina and patches of darker mild pitting on the lock and barrel, repaired jaw spur, varied aged patina on the brass (components of mixed ages) and gray-brown patina and mild pitting on the trigger guard. The stock is also fine and has a few cracks and repairs (including a crack in the breech section, moderate dings and scratches, and some small spots of loss. The bayonet is fine and has a coarse blade, hairline crack in the wood, and mild wear on the scabbard. Mechanically fine. This is an incredibly rare and early English flintlock carbine. Examples like this are incred
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Documented Late 17th Century British Flintlock Cavalry Carbine

Lot #134 (Sale Order 134 of 688)

Rare Documented Late 17th Century British Flintlock Cavalry Carbine

This early flintlock carbine is pictured and discussed on pages 94-95 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" by George Moller where he listed it as a "William III Period Horseman's Long Carbine" and indicated it was manufactured "during the closing years of the 17th century by Henry Crisp. It is presented as a an example of British military flintlock carbines of the late 17th century." It has Moller's small "GDM" collection marking by the toe. The attribution to Henry Crisp is based on the "HC" stamp on the barrel above the nose of the lock. The only other markings are the early "crown/P" and "crown/V" proof and view marks on the left at the breech. The smoothbore barrel has no sights. A saddle ring bar is fitted along the left side and secured at the rear lock screw and to the barrel band. The convex lock is bridle-less and has the classic early "banana" profile. The stock runs to the muzzle and has two brass ramrod ferrules (later replacements) and a somewhat crude iron trigger guard. The stock has a rounded butt similar to the earlier English wheellocks.

Class: Antique

Fine with mottled gray and brown patina, minor oxidation/pitting, and general mild wear. The stock is very good has some minor cracks, revarished repairs, and general scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented 17th Century British Doglock Musket

Lot #135 (Sale Order 135 of 688)

Documented Historic 17th Century Dunster Armoury British Doglock Musket

This musket is featured on pages 48 and 49 of George Moller's "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" and has his small "GDM" collection mark twice by the toe. He dated it to c. 1650-1670 and indicated the "FL" markings on the barrel and stock are for Colonel Francis Luttrell, the owner of Dunster Castle in Somerset. He notes that the initial may have been added sometime in the 1681-1689 period that Luttrell was colonel of the local militia regiment and then King James's forces at Exeter. The castle was owned by the Luttrell family dating back to 1376. In 1643, after the start of the English Civil War under the leadership of Thomas Luttrell, the castle was surrendered to overwhelming Royalist forces under the command of the Marquess of Hertford who established a garrison there. In 1645, Colonel Francis Wyndham surrendered the castle to the Roundhead Army. A Parliamentarian garrison remained there until 1651 when the castle was returned to the Luttrell family. In 1665, the Duke of Monmouth led a protestant revolt against James II, and Colonel Francis Luttrell formed a militia to repel the invasion; however, his men were untrained and lacking the will to fight threw down their weapons and fled. By 1688, his loyalty to the despotic King James declined, and he supported William of Orange. He raised the regiment that became known as The Green Howards'. It's believed that probably at this time muskets from the armory were branded with the initials FL (Francis Luttrell). It was a common practice of armories to confirm ownership and ensure their return. The armory was not large, and the number of muskets is estimated to have been only 30 to 60. Very few of them survive aside from a few that remained in the castle. The two-stage, smoothbore barrel has a post front sight, two girdles at the transition point, the "FL" marking and a "crown/G" on top at the breech, and a grooved rear sight. The lock has a removable pan and the distinctive catch of the doglocks. The frizzen and tail of the lock have sculpted accents. The furniture is simple and consists of a single sheet iron ramrod ferrule and trigger guard secured by a screw up to the barrel tang at the front and a nail at the rear. Both sides of the butt have the "FL" stamps.

Class: Antique

Good with dark brown patina on the barrel and furniture, dark gray patina on the lock, moderate pitting on the trigger guard, lighter pitting elsewhere, and general mild wear. The stock has a period repair in the butt, insect holes and chipping concentrated on the spliced, once split section, and general mild dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Engraved Late 17th Century H. Dunkley Flintlock Sporting Gun

Lot #136 (Sale Order 136 of 688)

Documented Engraved Late 17th Century H. Dunkley Flintlock Sporting Gun

This sporting gun is pictured and discussed on pages 24-25 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" by George D. Moller and has Moller's "GDM" collection mark discreetly stamped near the toe. He notes that Henry Dunkley is listed as active from the 1660s to 1680s which is confirmed in Blackmore's "Gunmakers of London, 1350-1850." The lock is signed "H DVNCKLEY" along the lower edge at the center and has excellent scroll engraving inhabited by an eagle mask on the plate and a hound on the cock. The cock has pierced elements providing reinforcement to the swan-neck style. The plate is flat with beveled edges on the forward section and steps down to a rounded tail with a floral design and pointed teat. The smoothbore barrel has a brass blade front sight set back from the muzzle and a rampant lion stamp on the breech. The ramrod pipes and buttplate are brass, and the trigger guard is iron with decorative finials. The stock has nicely shaped flats and a rather robust butt. A wooden ramrod is fitted below the barrel.

Class: Antique

Good with mottled gray and brown patina, distinct lock engraving, work at the vent, and aged patina on the brass. The stock is fair and has multiple cracks and repairs concentrated in the forend, mild scrapes and dings, and most of an older glossy finish. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Revolutionary War Era Pair of Silver Officer's Flintlock Pistols

Lot #137 (Sale Order 137 of 688)

Revolutionary War Era Pair of Silver Mounted and Plated S. Aislabie Officer's Flintlock Pistols with 1776 Hallmarks -A) Officer's Flintlock Pistol

Revolutionary War Era Pair of Silver Mounted and Plated S. Aislabie Officer's Flintlock Pistols with 1776 Hallmarks -A) Officer's Flintlock Pistol
Blackmore lists Samuel Aislabie as a merchant at 7 Green Lettice Lane, Cannon Street in 1767-1788 and as an associate of Matthew Boulton of Birmingham and as having interests in Lisbon, Portugal. He appears to have been born in 1727 and died in 1795, and was from Sheffield; which is notable given that city's prominent role in developing silver plating and other metallurgical advances. Other sources indicate his three children were all born in Lisbon where he was a merchant, and a man by that same name, possibly him, ran a coal mine at Ryton that employed early steam pumps. Blackmore concludes he is "Perhaps the dealer whose name appears on firearms of the period." This squares nicely with the fact that few firearms marked "S. Aislabie" are known, yet a surprising number feature silver plating and Birmingham hallmarked silver furniture from the mid 1770s. At least two other silver mounted and plated 1776 dated pairs from Aislabie are known. One pair is a near match to the current pair besides having been converted to percussion. However, flintlock pistols with silver plated barrels and locks are otherwise nearly unheard of. Dismounting the locks reveals that a fairly thick plate of silver was used. Inspection of the muzzles also show that the first approximately one inch of the bores is plated. The locks and barrels were probably plated using the close plate method by first tinning the parts and then fusing sheet silver on top. The barrels are marked "LONDON" on the sighting flats near the breech and have Ordnance private proofs. The advanced flintlocks have "S/AISLABIE" in panels at the centers, rainproof pans, frizzen rollers, sliding safeties behind the cocks, and stepped tails. The barrels, barrel tangs, locks, and sideplates have scroll engraving. Trackline borders are used throughout. The tail of the locks, trigger guard bows, and sides of the pommel caps have floral blooms. The trigger guard finials are cast with arms in the style often found on pistols believed to have been destined for the Ottoman market. The wrist escutcheons are engraved with a crest of a griffin's head and coronet (appears to be for a marquess) over the initials "CM." The full-length stocks have excellent raised relief shell carving around the barrel tangs.

Manufacture: British
Model: Flintlock Pistol
BBL: 9 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: silver
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine with natural aged patina on the silver throughout and moderate oxidation and pitting on the areas that were not plated, such as the frizzen and inside of the lock plate. The engraving and markings remain distinct. The refinished stock is also fine and has glossy finish, crisp carving, minor wear at the edges, and a repaired crack on the left flat. Mechanically fine.

B) Officer's Flintlock Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: British
Model: Flintlock Pistol
BBL: 9 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: silver
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine with aged patina on the silver throughout, crisp engraving, moderate oxidation and pitting on the non-plated metal, and general minor marks. The refinished stock is also fine and has crisp carving, smooth glossy finish, small filled spot on the left flat, and minor wear. Mechanically fine. This is a truly unique pair of pistols made for a nobleman who may have been an officer in the Royal Army or Navy.

Rev War 55th Regiment British Short Land 1777 Brown Bess Musket

Lot #138 (Sale Order 138 of 688)

Historic Revolutionary War Era 55th Regiment Marked British Short Land Pattern 1777 Brown Bess Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Pattern 1777 Short Land Brown Bess muskets were manufactured circa 1777-1782. One of the salient visual features of the Pattern 1777 lock is that it now has a shorter sear-spring when compared with the previous pattern Brown Bess lock and also has two screw-ends visible in the lock behind the hammer. "55 REGt" marked on top of the barrel and has government proofs at the breech. During the Revolutionary War, this musket falls in the right time frame to have possibly accompanied a soldier of the 55th Regiment of Foot through the Philadelphia campaign, in which they participated in the Battle of Brandywine in September 1777, Battle of Paoli later that same month, Battle of Germantown in October 1777, with the regiment transferred to the West Indies in November 1778 where they would see action at the naval Battle of St. Lucia in December 1778. Most of the 55th Regiment was captured at the siege of Brimstone Hill in February 1782 during the French invasion of Saint Kitts. Features a top mounted bayonet lug, crown over "GR" marked at the center of the lock, "TOWER" at the tail of the lock, and "A/48" unit markings on the wrist escutcheon. Monogram initials carved into the right of the buttstock in which an A has a top edge appearing to form a T, and the line through the middle of the A comes to a point to form an F. Front swing swivel absent. Includes socket bayonet marked "WHEELER" (faint).

Class: Antique

Very good, dark brown patina on the barrel and lock, moderate flash pitting, crisp markings on the lock and wrist escutcheon, and visible markings on the barrel. Pleasing golden aged patina on the brass fittings. Stock is also very good with scattered light scratches and dents, a repaired/reattached forend, cracks visible ahead of the lock and side plate, a 1 1/2 inch absent sliver on the left below the barrel, a crack visible between the ramrod finial and trigger guard finial, and a few chips behind the upper tang. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is good with gray patina under mild surface corrosion.

US Surcharged American "Charleville" Style Flintlock Musket

Lot #139 (Sale Order 139 of 688)

US Surcharged American Assembled "Charleville" Style Flintlock Musket

Continental assembled musket using a mixture of French parts with "US" surcharge marks on the right side of the butt, on the tail of the lock, and on top of the barrel at the breech (faint). Page 295 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume I" states, "... tens of thousands of French muskets were repaired and rebuilt in America during the [Revolutionary] war. Additional tens of thousands were fabricated from imported French metal components. Also, many more thousands would continue to be repaired and rebuilt at various U.S. repositories during the remainder of the 18th century." Similar examples are shown and described in the "American-Assembled Muskets" section of the aforementioned book. Features a top mounted bayonet lug towards the muzzle, a brass blade front sight mounted on the rear strap of the front barrel band, three iron barrel bands, and an early French lock with illegible maker mark. Initials "AW" carved into the left of the buttstock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with scattered light pitting on the barrel and fittings, and mild pitting at the breech, on the lock, and hammer. Stock is also good with a coat of protective varnish, with numerous scattered scratches, chips, cracks, and a small repair where a middle band spring used to be. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Revolutionary War Era French Charleville 1766 Flintlock Musket

Lot #140 (Sale Order 140 of 688)

Revolutionary War Era French Charleville Model 1766 Flintlock Musket

The French began delivering sizable caches of arms to the American rebels in 1777 and increased the supply further when they officially entered to conflict in 1778. These Model 1766 muskets are sometimes referred to as "light Model 1763s" in period sources because they were a revised version of the heavier 1763 pattern. Marquis de Lafayette is said to have personally delivered 25,000 Charleville muskets to General George Washington. The 1766 Charleville was so influential that the first several patterns of muskets produced by American armories after the war were basically copies of the French pattern. This example follows the 1766 pattern and has a bayonet lug, blade front sight on the rear of the front barrel band, iron flash pan, 6 1/4 inch long lock marked with a faint "star/D" behind the bolster and faint "Charleville" at center. Other features include long trigger guard tangs, smooth stock, and button headed iron ramrod. Inspector mark "IP" behind the lower tang. Initials "BW" are carved into the left side of the buttstock. The overall length is 59 inches. The front band spring is broken.

Class: Antique

Fair with light to mild pitting overall. The barrel has mottled brown patina. The stock is good as refinished with scattered dents, scratches, a small crack ahead of the rear lock screw, and a few chips. Mechanically excellent.

Documented Early British Contract Dutch Flintlock Musket

Lot #141 (Sale Order 141 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Early 18th Century British Contract Dutch Flintlock Musket

This rare musket is featured on p. 286-288 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms" by George D. Moller and has his "GDM" stamp discreetly marked near the toe. He lists it as probably of Dutch origin and as believed to have been purchased in the early 18th century by the British, possibly one of the 10,000 muskets procured in 1706. Many of the non-standard muskets were sent to the colonies, and similar muskets are known to have been used during the French & Indian War and American Revolution. The barrel has a prominent bayonet lug/front sight near the muzzle, banded transition points, two rampant lion markings, a crude "crown/V" marking, and another illegible marking. A storekeeper mark is on the right side of the butt, and the underside of the butt has a carved "FH" marking while the left side has a lightly carved "I0" marking. The lock is unmarked and has the classic "banana" profile. The furniture is all iron and includes a classic Dutch style sideplate, grooves in the trigger guard bow, and decorative finials on the buttplate and trigger guard. A black leather sling is fitted to the sling swivels, and a wooden ramrod is fitted beneath the barrel.

Class: Antique

Good with a mix of dark aged patina and an applied dark brown on the metal throughout, mild oxidation/pitting, refaced frizzen, absent jaw finial tip, replaced swivels, and loss of some of the ramrod pipe metal. The stock is also fine and has an attractive mix of dark finish and areas faded to rich brown and red tones, some insect damage, minor chips, and cracks concentrated in the forend. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

US Surcharged "Charleville" Pattern Flintlock Musket & Bayonet

Lot #142 (Sale Order 142 of 688)

US Surcharged American Assembled "Charleville" Pattern Flintlock Musket with Prussian Style Lock and Bayonet

George Moller noted this musket as an American-made musket with a Prussian lock, circa 1778-1783. Similar examples are shown in the "American-Assembled Muskets" section of his book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I: Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms." His "GDM" collection mark is discreetly stamped at the toe. This musket is an interesting mix of parts. The barrel and furniture are from a French musket, but the lock appears to be from a Prussian Model 1740 musket. These parts were assembled and stocked in the U.S. and likely used during the American Revolution. The lock has a "US" surcharge mark in the grooves at the tail, and the barrel has "US" on top, "65" on the upper left, and a light "63" marking on the upper tang (Mle 1763 or M1763). An unclear but fairly deep marking is situated above the vent and may be a condemnation mark. The barrel has a bayonet lug on top, and a rounded brass blade front sight is fitted on the rear of the upper barrel band. A modern brown leather sling is fitted to the sling swivels on the mid barrel band and front of the trigger guard, and an iron trumpet head ramrod is fitted under the barrel. The included socket bayonet is over-sized.

Class: Antique

Fair with mottled gray and dark brown patina, mild pitting at the breech, and general mild overall wear. The undersized refinished replacement stock is good with some scrapes and dings, minor cracks, and slivers absent. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Revolutionary War "Libertas" Flintlock Musket

Lot #143 (Sale Order 143 of 688)

Documented Revolutionary War Era "Libertas" New England Flintlock Musket

This "Libertas" New England/New Hampshire attributed musket is described and photographed on p. 167-168 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I." It states, "The only external marking on this musket is 'LIBERTAS' engraved into the lockplate in shaded, block letters. This latinization of the word 'liberty' was a popular theme during the American Revolution... Similar examples have reportedly been found in New England. Because the inside of the lockplate is stamped with a sunken rectangular cartouche containing a raised 'G.B,' it is possible that this component is of European manufacture." One of the captions states, "This British-style musket was assembled using American-made components and a lock that may have been imported from one of Europe's Low Countries, such as the Netherlands." A "GDM" collection mark is at the toe. Includes a leather sling.

Class: Antique

Very good, smooth light brown patina overall with some light flash pitting, and defined lock markings. Attractively aged patina on the brass fittings. Stock is good with scattered scratches and dings, minor and mild cracks, chips, and absent sections on both sides of the forestock. Mechanically fair, trigger works intermittently.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

US Marked Rev War French Charleville 1763/66 Flintlock Musket

Lot #144 (Sale Order 144 of 688)

US Surcharged Revolutionary War Era French Charleville Model 1763/66 Flintlock Musket

The Model 1763/66 muskets were among the most heavily used firearms by the American rebels to fight the British during the Revolutionary War. Model 1766 infantry muskets are described on p. 336-340 of George D. Moller's "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume I." This example features a bayonet lug on bottom towards the muzzle, a brass blade front sight mounted on the rear strap of the upper barrel band, a "US" surcharge marked on the tail of the lock, "Maubeuge/Manuf. Rle" at the center of the lock, a "crown/B" inspection mark just above, "crown/V" on the sideplate and buttplate tang, an illegible crown mark on the barrel at the breech, leather sling on sling swivels mounted to the middle band and trigger guard finial, and a "GDM" collection mark at the toe.

Class: Antique

Fair with bright polished metal, scattered moderate pitting and areas of dark patina. The lock has been repaired and has multiple small replacement parts. Stock is also fair as sanded and re-oiled with general overall wear, scattered chips, absent sections and chips along both sides of the barrel and ramrod channel with some repairs at the front end, repaired sections on both sides of the barrel tang, two pin-sized holes on the left rear of the buttstock above a glued crack, and slightly undersized at the buttstock. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

1806 Dated First Model Virginia Manufactory Flintlock Rifle

Lot #145 (Sale Order 145 of 688)

Very Rare Documented 1806 Dated First Model Virginia Manufactory Flintlock Rifle with Rattlesnake Patch Box

The First Model rifles (aka Type I rifles) were manufactured in Richmond, Virginia, and have been recorded with dates from about 1805 to 1808. Estimates range from 200 to 333 produced for the state militia. George Moller lists the latter figure in "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II: From the 1790s to the End of the Flintlock Period" and features this rifle as his example on page 318. His discreet "GDM" collection marking is near the toe. Considerably less than 333 of these rifles remain today. This example is dated "1806" at the rear of the lock plate below "RICHMOND". The lock plate is also marked "VIRGINIA/Manufactory" with the latter in script at the center. The barrel has dovetailed blade and notch sights and a partial regimental marking "15" on top at the breech. It has been bored out to .50 caliber and has faint rifling. The rifle also features the correct First Model rattlesnake shaped four-piece patch box inscribed "Don't tread" and "on me" on the side plates read looking down from above the comb. The patch box is opened via a button on the buttplate tang. The snake's tongue is lightly carved into the stock which runs all the way to the muzzle and has simple iron furniture, a "P" behind the trigger guard, a low comb, and a shallow cheek rest with light incised line at the edge.

Class: Antique

Good as reconverted to flintlock configuration with dark brown patina and applied finish on the barrel, moderate pitting concentrated at the breech, slight gap to the pan, dark blue-brown appearance on the lock along with mild pitting and faint central markings, blend of dark brown patina and applied finish on most of the furniture, lighter gray patina on the patch box, and some general mild pitting. The refinished/restored stock has cracks, chips, and slivers absent and mild overall wear. The lock does not hold half-cock but otherwise functions.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Pennsylvania Contract Henry Deringer Flintlock Rifle

Lot #146 (Sale Order 146 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Pennsylvania Contract Henry Deringer Flintlock Rifle

This rifle is pictured and discussed on pages 302-304 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II: From the 1790s to the End of the Flintlock Period" by George Moller and has his small "GDM" collection mark by the toe. He states it "was one of 100 procured by Pennsylvania as a result of a July 14, 1814, order of the governor. Its salient features include a one-third octagonal barrel and Deringer's stylized eagle's head patch box finial." It has a bayonet stud on the bottom near the muzzle for a socket bayonet, a round brass blade front sight, notch rear sight, "H. DERING/PHILA" on top of the barrel, "CP 4" and sunken "P" marks on the upper left at the breech, "DERINGER/PHILA" at the center of the lock, brass furniture, "V CP 4" on the left stock flat, "IP" behind the trigger guard tang, an iron ramrod marked "4", and worm and vent pick in the patch box.

Class: Antique

Very good with dark gray patina and mild pitting on the lock and barrel, enlarged vent, attractive aged patina on the brass, smooth re-oiled finish on the lightly sanded stock, general minor scratches and dings, a thin crack on the left stock flat, and attractive appearance overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield 1795 Type I Musket with Bayonet

Lot #147 (Sale Order 147 of 688)

Rare and Desirable Documented Maryland Marked U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Type I Flintlock Musket Dated 1800 with Bayonet

The Model 1795 is historically significant as the first official standardized U.S. martial arm and the first firearms manufactured at the U.S. armories. The Model 1795 was based on the French Model 1766 widely used during the Revolution, and was the main infantry arm of the War of 1812. Springfield Model 1795 Type I muskets are described on pages 35-42 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with the lock of this exact musket photographed on page 37. This musket has the correct Type I markings and features for the 1799-1802 period and is dated "1800" on the buttplate tang. It has the first style of lock marking with "SPRINGFIELD" in a vertical curve behind the hammer, and at the center of the lock is the shielded eagle looking to it's right above a script "US". Note the distinctive curls on the frizzen toe and top jaw guide used on the Type I muskets. "P/eagle/V" proofs marked on the left of the breech and a faint "US" marked on top. "MARYLAND" faintly marked on the underbelly of the stock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with bright polished surfaces, light to mild scattered pitting, and sharp lock markings. Stock is fair as refinished with various cracks, repaired sections, scratches, and general overall wear. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is fair with mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1812 Type II Flintlock Musket

Lot #148 (Sale Order 148 of 688)

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1812 Type II Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Approximately 5,000-10,000 of these Type IIs were manufactured c. 1815-1816. Model 1812 Type II muskets are described on pages 89-93 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with the lock of this exact musket photographed on page 91. The book states, "The salient visual features of this musket are the short stud-type barrel band retainers and the special upper barrel band used with these retainers." It has a bayonet stud on top near the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear of the upper barrel band, "1816" dated lock with "US/eagle and shield/SPRINGFIELD" marked at the center, "US" and "P/eagle head/V" stamps on the barrel at the breech, cheek cutout on the left side of the comb, and an "1816" dated buttplate tang. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked twice at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet and leather sling.

Class: Antique

Good with dark brown patina and mild oxidation overall, and distinct lock markings. Stock is good as modified with scattered hairline cracks, light scratches, handling marks, and an oval cutout on the left flat where a metal plate used to be. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very good with some mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1795 Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Lot #149 (Sale Order 149 of 688)

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1795 Flintlock Musket Dated 1808 with Bayonet

Approximately 2,595 of these muskets were manufactured by Harpers Ferry in the year 1808. The lockplate is marked "HARPERS/FERRY/1808" vertically at the rear, with the shield bearing "eagle/US" at the center. The serial number "4934" and two cartouches appear on the upper left quarter at the rear of the barrel. Bayonet lug below the barrel towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band. Sling swivels on the middle band and ahead of the trigger guard. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with smooth mottled brown patina surfaces overall, some light flash pitting, and mostly clear markings in the metal. Stock is also very good as lightly sanded and re-oiled with scattered scratches, cracks around the buttplate. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is also very good with scattered mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Whitney 1798 Type III U.S. Contract Flintlock Musket

Lot #150 (Sale Order 150 of 688)

Documented Whitney 1798 Type III U.S. Contract Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Around 10,000 of these were manufactured in three major variations for the U.S. government around 1801-1809. This is a Type III with rounded brass flash pan and evenly rounded rear point of the lock plate. Whitney Type III 1798 muskets are described on pages 160-163 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on pages 160 and 161. The lock is marked "U.STATES." in a vertical arch at the tail and "eagle/NEW HAVEN." at the center. "V" marked bayonet stud on top of the barrel, brass blade front sight is fitted to the rear of the upper barrel band, and a condemnation mark at the breech. Sling swivels are fitted to the middle band and a stud on the finial of the trigger guard. A faint large circled "US/ORR" (Robert Orr) inspection cartouche is marked on the left stock flat. Initials "J+T+R" carved on the left of the buttstock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet (will not properly mount), leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with areas of brown patina, file marks on tang, mild pitting, and sharp lock markings. Stock is also very good with scattered light dings and dents, an absent section of wood visible behind the flash pan, a minor scuff at the left tip of the comb, a hairline crack at the left of the buttplate, and a small chip at the toe. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is good with mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield 1812 Type II Flintlock Musket

Lot #151 (Sale Order 151 of 688)

Scarce Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1812 Type II Flintlock Musket with Altered Model 1795 Lock and Bayonet

Model 1812 muskets with altered Model 1795 locks are described on pages 94-95 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on both pages. The book states, "A very few Model 1812 (Type II) muskets were made in 1816 with altered Model 1795 (Type III) locks dated 1813. It is speculated that these muskets were assembled sometime in early 1816 to use up existing stores of Model 1795 locks. The rear profile of the lockplate was altered to conform to the Model 1812 configuration: its rear end is pointed instead of having a projecting point." It has a bayonet stud on top near the muzzle, blade front sight on the rear of the upper barrel band, distinctive Type II rectangular barrel band studs, "US/eagle and shield/SPRINGFIELD" at the center of the lock, "US" and "P/eagle head/V" stamps on the barrel at the breech, period modified cheek cutout on the left side of the comb, and a partial "18" marked on the buttplate tang (likely 1816, as noted by Moller on known examples). "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with mostly bright surfaces, scattered patches of dark colored light pitting, and sharp lock markings. Stock is very good as refinished with scattered scuffs and dents, chipped sections at the upper tang, light chipping at the rear of the lock, and a chip at the left of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is good with scattered mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Eli Whitney U.S. Contract 1812 Flintlock Musket

Lot #152 (Sale Order 152 of 688)

Very Fine Documented Eli Whitney New Haven U.S. Contract 1812 Type III Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Eli Whitney 1812 contract muskets are described on pages 187-189 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on pages 187 and 188. Features include a top mounted bayonet stud, brass blade front sight on the rear part of the front barrel band, "N. HAVEN." in a banner marked at the center of the lock, small mating marks on all internal and external parts of the lock as typical of late type III muskets, and "V/JN" marked on the rear of the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining most of the original bright surfaces with smooth brown patina on some of the components. Stock is also very fine with some light handling marks, scratches and chips around the band springs, a chip above the side plate, and some wear at the toe. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very good with brown patina.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Rufus Perkin Militia Flintlock Musket Dated 1812

Lot #153 (Sale Order 153 of 688)

Documented Rufus Perkin "Bridgewater" Militia Flintlock Musket Dated 1812

This musket is pictured and discussed on page 230 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II: From the 1790s to the End of the Flintlock Period" by George Moller as part of his discussion on the arms of Rufus Perkins of Bridgewater, Massachusetts, and has his discreet "GDM" collection mark at the toe. Perkins delivered only 200 muskets in 1809 and 1810 against a contract of 1808 for 2,500 muskets before being released from his obligations in 1813 and used his stock of components to produce arms believed to have been sold to individual militiamen or militia companies. Many were likely used during the War of 1812. This musket is similar to the Model 1808 contract muskets aside from the length. The shorter barrel may have been from using a barrel salvaged, perhaps after being damaged in proofing, or may have been something requested or marketed for use by the artillery or cavalry. It features a small bayonet stud on top near the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear of the upper band, later russet leather sling fitted to the swivels on the middle bad and front of the trigger guard, "P/V" stamped on the barrel at the breech, "BRIDGWATER/1812" on the tail of the lock (missing the first "E"), eagle and oval "US" marking at the center of the lock, and small double punch marks on the lock components that Moller notes were used by Perkins to ensure proper assembly.

Class: Antique

Very good with mostly silver-gray patina, minor pitting mainly at the vent, some areas of light brown patina, and general mild wear. The stock is also very good and has mild scratches and dings, a few slight flakes and minor hairline cracks, and smooth oiled finish.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Type II Flintlock Musket Dated 1806

Lot #154 (Sale Order 154 of 688)

Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Type II Flintlock Musket Dated 1806 with Bayonet

The Model 1795 is historically significant as the first official standardized U.S. martial arm and the first firearms manufactured at the U.S. armories. The Model 1795 was based on the French Model 1766 widely used during the Revolution, and was the main infantry arm of the War of 1812. This musket has the correct Type II markings and features with a round bottom flash pan and shorter front end on the trigger guard (c. 1806-1809). The lock is marked at the tail with a vertical "1806" behind "SPRINGFIELD" in an arc, and at the center of the lock is a script "US" above a shielded eagle looking to its right. The barrel has the standard "P/eagle/V" proofmarks at the left of the breech and a "US" mark on top. "1806" date marked on the buttplate tang. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with scattered mild oxidation and pitting, defined lock markings, and mostly legible barrel markings. Stock is very good with some scratches and scuffs, an absent section behind the lock, and a few hairline cracks. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is also good with brown patina and scattered mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Charleville Style Flintlock Pike-Musket with Extendable Spear

Lot #155 (Sale Order 155 of 688)

Early 19th Century Charleville Style Flintlock Pike-Musket with Extendable Spear and Folding Buttstock

Early 19th century Charleville style flintlock pike-musket with a 4 3/8 foot extendable spear underneath the barrel and a fold-out buttstock that locks to become a pointed end. The purpose for a contraption such as this is for a soldier to be able to plant the pointed butt in the dirt while holding at a forty-five degree angle with the spear extended to defend against charging cavalry; a common practice of the time with standard bayonets affixed on flintlock muskets. With the butt plate extended and locked in place, and the spear locked out at its furthest extension, the overall length is 9 1/2 feet! The side plate escutcheon is marked "IN". The band springs are located behind the iron barrel bands. A rectangular iron lug is located on top of the barrel. Includes a wooden spearhead sheath for the extendable spear. This pike-musket was intended as a way to create extra distance between the user and enemy in a time when combat was more commonly fought close quarters. One of the most interesting evolutionary long arms we have ever had the chance to offer at auction!

Class: Antique

Very good, with mostly bright polished surfaces, some scattered light pitting, and scattered mild pitting on the spear tip. Stock is good with cracks and absent sections in the spear channel. Mechanically fine. A rare one-a-kind item that would certainly make a fine addition to any advanced military small arms or early weapons collection!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented New Jersey Contract John Miles Flintlock Musket

Lot #156 (Sale Order 156 of 688)

Documented New Jersey Contract John Miles Flintlock Musket with Regimental Markings

Manufactured c. 1808-1809. John Miles New Jersey state contract muskets are described on pages 237-242 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with the lock of this exact musket photographed at the top of page 240 and the top of the barrel photographed on page 241. "67" over "BURLt C 3d REGt 2d B" marked on top of the barrel at the breech which identifies this musket as number 67 of the Second Battalion of the Third Regiment of the Burlington County Brigade. "MILES/PHILAD" marked at the tail of the lock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good, with dark brown patina on the barrel with scattered light to mild pitting, and the lock is bright as lightly cleaned with mostly clear markings and some scattered moderate pitting. Stock is very good with some light scratches, chips, and some small hairline cracks visible at the edges. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Eli Whitney Connecticut Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Lot #157 (Sale Order 157 of 688)

Scarce Documented Eli Whitney First Connecticut State Contract Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Eli Whitney first Connecticut contract muskets are described on pages 205-207 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on page 206. The book states, "Sometime prior to May 1804, Eli Whitney contracted with Captain Nathaniel Terry to furnish 112 muskets with bayonets at $15 each... The muskets were delivered over a six-year period ending in May 1810. Except for their markings, these muskets are generally similar to Whitney's 1798 (Type III) U.S. contract muskets..." Features include a bayonet stud on top, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band, "eagle/NEW HAVEN" marked at the center of the lock, "CONNECTICUT" marked on the side plate. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with dark brown patina overall and some light pitting. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches, handling marks, and a repaired crack underneath the belly. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is matching condition of the gun.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Ethan Stillman 1808 Connecticut Contract Musket

Lot #158 (Sale Order 158 of 688)

Documented Ethan Stillman 1808 Connecticut State Contract Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

This musket is one of around 1,885 believed delivered under a 3,500 gun contract with the state of Connecticut by Ethan Stillman of Burlington, Connecticut, based on the Springfield "Model 1795" Charleville pattern muskets. They are often referred to by collectors as Model 1808s. Ethan Stillman 1808 contract muskets are described on pages 204-205 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on page 205. The left of the barrel at the breech is marked with two oval proofs containing what is attributed as three clusters of grapes as in the Connecticut state seal. Marked "S.CT./E. STILLMAN" at the center of the lock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with mild flash pitting, a crack on the right of the bottom jaw, and scattered light surface oxidation and pitting. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches and dents and an absent sliver on the right of the barrel tang. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is in matching condition.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Eli Whitney Connecticut Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Lot #159 (Sale Order 159 of 688)

Documented Eli Whitney Second/Third Connecticut State Contract Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Eli Whitney second and third Connecticut contract muskets are described on pages 207-208 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on both pages. The book states, "In February 1810, Whitney contracted with Connecticut to furnish 700 muskets at $12.50 each. These muskets were delivered by May 11, 1811. In May 1811, Whitney again contracted to provide another 700 muskets. These muskets were delivered in 1812. Their configuration was the same as for the muskets delivered by Whitney under his New York state contract... The stock's left breech flat is stamped with the Connecticut state shield, which contains three clusters of grapes [faint on this example]." Features include a bayonet stud on top, brass blade front sight on the rear part of the front barrel band, and "eagle/NEW HAVEN" marked at the center of the lock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with dark brown patina overall, mild flash pitting at the breech, and scattered mild dings on the rear of the barrel. Stock is also very good with numerous scattered moderate pressure dents on left side of buttstock, scratches and chips. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Rufus Perkins New England Militia Flintlock Musket

Lot #160 (Sale Order 160 of 688)

Documented Rufus Perkins New England Militia Flintlock Musket

New England Militia flintlock musket assembled by Rufus Perkins of Bridgewater, Massachusetts, who was known to have a large stock of leftover musket parts and components from his previous 1808 U.S. contract. Rufus Perkins' flintlock muskets are described on pages 230-232 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on page 231. The book states, "It is speculated that Perkins used the locks, barrels and other component parts he had on hand to fabricate muskets that he sold privately to individual members of the militia or militia companies." These New England militia muskets feature pin-fastened barrels, mostly plain brass British style furniture with a slightly curved buttplate, and side screw escutcheons of classic New England configuration. The rear of the lock is marked "RP" and a vertical arched "BRIDGWATER" (misspelled), with an eagle at center above an oval "US". "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Very good with mottled brown patina overall with mild flash pitting. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches, cracks on either side of the forestock and ahead of the lock, a chip on the right below the barrel, and a crack running the left lower edge of the buttstock. Mechanically functions, but hammer spring is weak.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented 1797 Pennsylvania Contract Evans Flintlock Musket

Lot #161 (Sale Order 161 of 688)

Scarce Documented Regimental Marked 1797 State of Pennsylvania Contract Evans Flintlock Musket

Styled directly after the French Model 1763 Charleville pattern, this is one of 20,000 muskets made by approximately 18 makers for Pennsylvania state militia issue, authorized by the Legislative Act of 1797. This particular musket was manufactured under Edward, James, and Owen Evans 1801 contract with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This exact Pennsylvania contract Evans musket is photographed and described on page 253 and 254 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II". "EVANS/CP" marked at the rear of the lock, the "CP" denoting ownership by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. All fittings are iron including the ramrod which has a trumpet style head. Bayonet lug on top of the barrel towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band. Sling swivel beneath the middle barrel band and ahead of the trigger guard. "28th Regt" above what appears to be a double stamped "6" ahead of "No 23" marked in large letters in the left of the buttstock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes U.S. inspected leather sling.

Class: Antique

Good with dark brown patina overall with scattered light to mild pitting. Middle band retainer has a broken tip. Stock is also good with scattered light handling marks and dents cracks, two holes in the left flat, and a chip behind the barrel tang. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

New England Militia Style Flintlock Musketoon

Lot #162 (Sale Order 162 of 688)

Fine Documented New England Militia Style Flintlock Musketoon

This short flintlock long gun is pictured and discussed on page 329 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II: From the 1790s to the End of the Flintlock Period" by George Moller. In the book he lists it as a Type II Militia Musketoon, and his collection notes referred to it as a "New England Militia Horsemans Carbine circa 1830s." He notes that this "musketoon is attributed to private procurement for use by a member of an unknown state's militia cavalry" and is similar to others that he has placed in this category. It has brass furniture including two pinned barrel bands and a New England style lock screw plate, a brass trigger, an integral blade front sight on the front barrel band, an imported lock with scroll engraving and "WILKES" marking, a "P" on the left at the breech, and a simple sling ring on the bottom of the butt.

Class: Antique

Fine with attractively aged patina on the brass furniture, mostly gray patina on the barrel as well as patches of dark pitting, a reworked replacement lock with mostly silver-gray patina, and general mild wear. The stock is also fine and has some general scrapes and dings, minor flakes, and dark oiled finish. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented 1797 Pennsylvania Contract Miles Flintlock Musket

Lot #163 (Sale Order 163 of 688)

Scarce Documented 1797 State of Pennsylvania Contract John Miles Flintlock Musket

Styled directly after the French Model 1763 Charleville pattern, this is one of 20,000 muskets made by approximately 18 makers for Pennsylvania state militia issue, authorized by the Legislative Act of 1797. This particular musket is one of the 4,000 manufactured by John Miles of North Liberties, Philadelphia (two contracts of 2,000 each, 1798 and 1801). This exact John Miles, Sr. Pennsylvania contract musket is photographed and described on page 257 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II". "MILES/CP" marked at the rear of the lock, the "CP" denoting ownership by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. All fittings are iron including the ramrod which has a trumpet style head. Bayonet lug on top of the barrel towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band. Sling swivel beneath the middle barrel band and ahead of the trigger guard. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes reproduction leather sling and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with dark brown patina with scattered moderate pitting overall. Middle band retainer has a broken tip. Stock is also good with various hairline cracks, chips around the lock and behind the barrel tang, and some light scratches. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

CONGRESSIONAL PRESENTATION Hall 1819 Breech Loading Rifle

Lot #164 (Sale Order 164 of 688)

Incredibly Rare and Historic CONGRESSIONAL PRESENTATION Hall Model 1819 Breech Loading Flintlock Rifle with Bayonet, Presented to Ethan Everist for Gallantry as a Young Man During the Siege of Plattsburgh During the War of 1812, One of the Only Firearms Ever Presented by Congress for Gallantry

This incredibly historic rifle is one of just seventeen Model 1819 Hall rifles authorized to be presented by a resolution of the U.S. Congress to a group of men who, mostly as teenagers, fought along side other American forces under General Alexander Macomb during the siege of Plattsburgh in northeastern New York on September 11, 1814, during the War of 1812. These presentation rifles are the only firearms presented directly by Congress for gallantry/valor. Several of these important rifles are in museum collections, and approximately ten are reportedly known today. Captain Aiken's rifle is on display at the Kent-Delord House Museum in Plattsburgh, and Gustavous A. Bird's rifle is part of the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History (accession number 25598). The distinctive and original silver plaque on the right side of the butt reads "BY RESOLVE OF CONGRESS/Presented to/ETHAN EVERIST/For his GALLANTRY at the/SIEGE OF PLATTSBURGH" and is engraved with olive branches. The original shield silver wrist inlay is inscribed "E.E/SEP.11th/1814". Unlike the usual Model 1819 Hall rifles, the rifling on this rifle extends all of the way to the muzzle. It has the usual off-set blade and notch sights found on Hall rifles. The breech block is marked "J.H. HALL" and the stock has the inspector's mark "WB" on the bottom behind the trigger guard. Hall Model 1819 congressional presentation rifles are described on pages 466-467 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II", in which the book indicates that only eight of these historic rifles were known to survive at the time of the book's publication in 1993 but does not list this rifle or Smith Bateman's rifle sold by our auction company back in December of 2020, indicating at least ten are extant. Aiken's Volunteer Riflemen were a group of teenage boys from the Plattsburgh Academy that were too young to enlist but fought as volunteers with Martin James Aiken (1791-1828) as their captain and Azariah Flagg (1790-1873) as their lieutenant. They were among a smaller force of 1,500 regulars and around 2,500 militia under General Alexander Macomb that faced off against a British army of 14,000 soldiers under Sir George Prevost, the Governor in Chief of Canada. During the battle, the volunteers defended the Bridge Street Bridge, retreated across the bridge pulling up planks along the way to slow the British advance, and then fought from the far side of the Saranac River at the stone mill. The battle was decided by the American naval victory over the British fleet, which forced the enemy to abandon their attack on Plattsburgh. These volunteers were recognized by General Alexander Macomb for their orderly conduct in the face of British soldiers during the siege, while many grown men were routed easily or shirked their duty entirely throughout the war. They were reported to be excellent scouts and marksmen. They also lost a fourteen year-old boy during the fighting. Macomb tried to get the boys military issued rifles but was told he did not have the authority to do so, but also did not forget his promise. In 1822, newspapers reported on Macomb's effort to fulfill his promise and listed Ethan Everist and the other 16, and noted that Congressional authorization was required. The House of Representatives passed a resolution that year, but the procurement of the rifles was stalled in the Senate, ultimately gaining approval on May 20th, 1826. Congress authorized seventeen rifles: fifteen for the boys (grown men by this time), including Ethan Everist, and their two officers. The resolution appears in the records for the first session of the 19th Congress under the heading "Resolution authorizing the delivery of Rifles promised to Captain Aiken’s volunteers, at the siege of Plattsburgh" and directed President John Quincy Adams to present "one rifle, promised them by General Macomb, while commanding the Champlain Department, for their gallantry and patriotic services as a volunteer corps during the siege of Plattsburgh. On each of which said rifles there shall be a plate containing an appropriate inscription." Little has been discovered about Ethan Everist's life. General Macomb was promoted to commanding general of the U.S. Army in 1828. The Battle of Plattsburgh was an important victory for the United States in a war that was full of all too many embarrassing defeats including the burning of the nation's capital only a few weeks prior. The victory helped the position of the American peace negotiators and prevented the United States from losing
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Engraved Daniel Fish Percussion Half-Stock Rifle

Lot #165 (Sale Order 165 of 688)

Presentation Grade Engraved, Gold Banded, and German Silver Mounted Daniel Fish New York Percussion Half-Stock Rifle

The rifle is signed "D. Fish New York" in ornate script on the barrel and has a similar maker's mark on the lock. In "The Rebellion Record..." edited by Moore, Daniel Fish, a gunmaker in New York City, is identified as having been arrested for treason in late April 1861 for "having sent of large quantities of arms for the use of the Southern traitors. The correspondence and bills of lading found in his possession abundantly sustain the charge." Fish appears to have been active c. 1840-1870. He was listed at 68 West Broadway in 1842 and 374 Pearl Street in 1845. One of his trade labels listed him as a gun and rifle maker at 66 Fulton Street in New York, and he was still listed at that address as a gunsmith in 1865. He appears to have lived 1805-1873 based on a grave in Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn. The rifle has a brass blade front sight, adjustable notch rear sight, a peep sight with long tang that extends back over the wrist, an adjustable single trigger, the noted maker's marks, dual gold bands inlaid on the breech plug, and checkered half-stock with nice figure and sculpted cheekpiece. The rifle is decorated with scroll engraving on the upper barrel flats, lock, and German silver furniture. The highly ornate, panel scene engraved patch box has a leaping stag and foliage on the lid, a stag head finial, a dog at the rear, and ornate scroll patterns. The release button is on the top of the comb. The sides of the butt have engraved panels between the heel extension of the buttplate and the toeplate. The latter has four heart shaped piercings.

Class: Antique

Very good. The barrel has dark brown patina, light Damascus twist patterns, minor separation of the rib at the muzzle, and light oxidation. The lock has some light case colors in the protected area and otherwise brown patina and light oxidation. The German silver an attractive aged appearance and crisp engraving. The otherwise very good stock has a break in the wrist extending from the now absent rear lock screw, a couple of other faint cracks, a splice on the left side below the comb, attractive figure, minor scratches and dings, and most of the glossy finish. Mechanically fine. This is definitely a high great, highly embellished, American percussion target rifle that could receive some well deserved attention.

Mexican-American War Era Militia Officer's Sword

Lot #166 (Sale Order 166 of 688)

Outstanding Mexican-American War Era Militia Officer's Sword

Militia officer's light artillery or infantry officer's sword manufactured Joseph H. Lambert of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania c. 1840. The sword generally resembles the U.S. Model 1840 Light Artillery Saber with a lighter, shorter blade. The ricasso is inscribed "J.H. Lambert" on the obverse and "Philadelphia" on the reverse. "American Swords And Sword Makers" by Richard H. Bezdek lists J. (Joseph) H. Lambert as a Philadelphia sword maker from 1839. The sword has a 29-inch curved blade with a single stopped fuller and flat spine. Each side of the blade is decorated with three, simple, gold washed, dry needle etchings that feature a stand of arms, military trophies and a floral spray. The etchings are on a brilliant fire blue panel that extends from the ricasso to the mid-point of the blade. The obverse ricasso is stamped with an unidentified round mark that contains a squirrel (later associated with Eickhorn). The gold plated brass hilt has a Phrygian helmet style pommel cap, single branch knuckle bow and down-turned quillion with cast acanthus leaf decorations. The grip is leather covered and wrapped with a double strand of twisted brass wire. The scabbard has a black leather body with gold-plated brass throat, suspension band, drag and two suspension rings. Two sword belt hanger clips are attached to the suspension rings.

Class: Other

Fine. The blade is excellent and retains at least 95% of the original fire blue and gold wash finish. The bright portion of the blade is in the same outstanding condition and shows almost no handling wear. The hilt retains about 80% of the gold plated finish. The leather grip cover is complete but shows handling wear and the twisted brass wire wrap is broken. The scabbard is good. The leather body is solid with tight stitching, but the surface of the leather has flaked from age. The brass scabbard mounts are also fine and retain at least 80% of the gold-plated finish. This is a fine example of a U.S. militia officer's saber from the Mexican-American War period with an outstanding, fire-blue and gold wash blade.

Mounted Infantry Officer's Eagle Pommel Sword with Scabbard

Lot #167 (Sale Order 167 of 688)

Attractive Mounted Infantry Officer's Eagle Pommel Sword with Scabbard

Manufactured c. 1805-1810. This sword has an early, heavily curved, blade that measures around 27 inches and is decorated with nitre blue terminating in floral designs, with gilt accented etched floral and martial patterns. Eagle head pommel with a checkered bone grip. The brass scabbard is engraved with an eagle and floral borders. Hilt and scabbard both gilt finished.

Class: Other

Fine, retains half of the attractive original nitre blue and gilt finish on the blade with some light oxidation and some patches of dark pitting. The hilt retains 60% of its original gilt finish. The grip has light handling wear and professionally replaced sections visible at the bottom. The scabbard is very good with scattered dents, more visible at the bottom, and retains strong traces of its original gilt finish in protected areas.

Ames Militia Staff Sword with Eagle Crossguard and Scabbard

Lot #168 (Sale Order 168 of 688)

Fine Ames Militia Staff Sword with American Eagle Crossguard and Scabbard

High quality Ames Militia Staff Sword with knight's helm pommel and eagle and shield crossguard produced circa 1850. The 31 inch blade is decorated with etched patriotic designs and has a 12 inch fullered narrow groove. The gilt finished hilt has a knight's helm pommel, spread winged eagle over shield guard, a double chain knuckle guard, and vertically grooved bone handle. The gilded brass scabbard has cast floral designs, three suspension rings, and is marked "AMES MFG. CO/CHICOPEE/MASS".

Class: Other

Fine. The blade has a dulled finish and retains about 85% of the acid etched decorations and some slight spotting. The hilt components are slightly loose but retain nearly all of the gilt finish. The gold is bright with some minor loss and a few slight marks. The grip is very good with some dark grain and cream tones. The scabbard has some rub wear on one edge with an aged patina but otherwise retains most of the gilded finish with some light scratches and small dents. The blade is unsharpened. This is a fine example of a high quality pre-Civil War Ames Sword.

Pre-Civil War Militia Staff Officer's Sword with Scabbard

Lot #169 (Sale Order 169 of 688)

Pre-Civil War Militia Staff Officer's Eagle Pommel Sword with Scabbard

This militia staff officer's sword with eagle pommel and silver finished brass scabbard was manufactured circa1840. The sword has a straight 30 1/2 inch blade with central fuller. The blade is acid-etched and dry needle engraved with a Federal Eagle with "E. Pluribus/Unum" on a ribbon along with floral and martial designs. The silver-plated brass hilt has a cast eagle and shield pommel, a chain guard extending from the pommel to the guard finial and shell-shaped languets. The grip has simple carved designs. The scabbard has two suspension bands with rings and a frog stud and is engraved with a federal eagle and shield and floral designs. The blade has no visible maker's marks or proof marks.

Class: Other

Good. The blade has a mix of brighter and muted areas with clear etched designs. The hilt has moderate wear compared to the blade with an aged patina and about 30% of the silver plating. The grip is very good with a slight chip and light aging. The scabbard is very good with about 60% of the thinning plating, a couple minor dents, and an overall aged patina.

A. Harrington Flintlock Rifle Attributed to Andrew Jackson

Lot #170 (Sale Order 170 of 688)

Extraordinary Historic Panel Scene Patriotic Motif Engraved, German Silver Banded, and German Silver Mounted A. Harrington New York Flintlock Full-Stock Rifle Inscribed "Old Hickory" and Attributed as Owned by President Andrew Jackson

This incredible rifle, without any historical connection, would already be a magnificent example of American fine arms from the "Age of Jackson," but the "OLD HICKORY" inscription on the cheekpiece plate suggesting that this rifle was built for Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) certainly adds considerably to its mystique and historical interest. Jackson was frequently called Old Hickory throughout the period, but exactly when, why, by whom, and if this rifle was presented to Jackson is not known. This fine rifle would certainly have been as fitting as a gift for Old Hickory when he was president in 1829-1837. He rose to prominence as a military hero famous for leading American riflemen to victory in an age when smoothbore muskets remained the norm. He is known to have owned other fine arms. He earned his nickname due to his toughness while leading a small army in multiple victories in the American southeast during the War of 1812 and the contemporaneous Red Stick War. The most famous of these victories was his defeat of the British at the Battle of New Orleans on January 8, 1815, though they outnumbered his ragtag "army" by 2 to 1. The use of rifles by the Americans was given out-sized attention in the period, and the song "The Hunters of Kentucky" (also known as "The Battle of New Orleans") is credited with popularizing the name "Kentucky rifles" for the American long rifle with the lines: "But Jackson he was wide awake, And was not scar'd at trifles, For well he knew what aim we take, With our Kentucky rifles." Jackson was certainly a tough man and very familiar with firearms. In addition to his many years of military service dating back to his youth when he was a courier during the American Revolution, Jackson fought in several duels. Most famously, he carried a ball in his chest near his heart from the duel with his rival Charles Dickinson after willingly allowing Dickinson to shoot first and then carefully taking aim at Dickinson not once but twice after the lock malfunctioned and dropped to half-cock. Many saw his behavior in the duel as vicious and even murderous. Jackson was certainly politically and morally divisive figure within his own time and remains so today. Perhaps it is not surprisingly then that he was the first American president to deal with an assassination attempt. After both of the assailant's pistols misfired, Jackson beat him with his cane. Though divisive, Jackson was also very popular. He defeated John Quincy Adams by more than 10% in 1824, but lost the election when it was sent to the U.S. House of Representatives because no candidate had secured an electoral majority. He defeated Adams by just over 10% again in 1828 and won. In 1832, he beat Henry Clay by more than 16%. Regardless of his reputation, Jackson stands as one of the most influential presidents in American history. When he died in 1845, Old Hickory may have left the rifle to his adopted son Andrew Jackson Jr. (1808-1865). The Hermitage states that Andrew Jackson Jr. reportedly owned another of Jackson's ornate rifles. The rifle is signed "A. Harrington MAKER New York" on the barrel in ornate script with lightly engraved swirling accents and is believed to have come from the shop of A.A. Harrington of Poughkeepsie, New York. Relatively little is known about this maker and his firearms, but there are advertisements from 1830-1832 for his shop in various issues of the "Poughkeepsie Journal," first for the "Poughkeepsie Gun Factory" and later for "Harrington's Gun Manufactory." His June 2, 1830, dated advertisement indicated he had taken over the shop of P.P. Hayes and was manufacturing rifles, fowling pieces, and muskets and also converted flintlocks to percussion. His June 2, 1832, dated advertisement was published on the same page as the town's proclamation of support for Andrew Jackson in the election of 1832 and notes that A.A. Harrington of Poughkeepsie, under the sign of an eagle, offered double and single barrel guns for $4.25 to $75, fine rifles for $10 to $100, "smooth rifles" for $9, pistols, variety of muskets for $4 to $8, and an assortment of accoutrement. A $100 rifle would certainly have been a high end piece. The barrel was manufactured by Remington and has their curved maker's mark partially visible on the left flat at the breech and has three holes for a false muzzle (not included), a brass blade front sight, adjustable notch rear sight with decorative finial, the above noted maker's mark, a peep sight with a long extended tang and light engraving, five bands at the breech (two broad at the rear and three narrower at the front), and coned vent. Shorter barrels became more po
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Documented U.S. Harpers Ferry 1819 Hall Rifle Dated 1826

Lot #171 (Sale Order 171 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Second Contract U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1819 Hall Breech Loading Flintlock Rifle Dated 1826 with Bayonet

The Model 1819 Hall was the first U.S. military breech loading firearm issued in large numbers and also the first firearm manufactured with totally interchangeable parts. In 1819, John H. Hall would enter into a contract with the War Department for 1,000 of his breech loading rifles. Hall would occupy an old armory sawmill on the Shenandoah River next to the Harpers Ferry Armory, which would come to be known as Hall's Rifle Works. It took Hall some five years to get the proper tools and water powered machinery assembled to produce the rifles. This example, dated 1826, is included as part of his second completed contract of 1,000 rifles. To prove these rifles were truly parts interchangeable, in 1826, a government commission disassembled 100 Hall rifles, mixed up the parts, and re-assembled them on newly received stocks with no reported problems and thus confirmed Hall's success. Though they suffered from gas leak and other issues common to early breechloaders, the Hall rifles and carbines remained in use through the Civil War. Model 1819 Hall breech loading rifles are described on pages 465-473 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II", with this exact rifle photographed on page 465, and its breech block photographed on page 470, in which the caption states, "The lower rear portion of the breech block of rifles made from 1826 has been cut away, resulting in a concave lower profile. The shoulder in the front of the cock was eliminated." This rifle has the standard offset blade and notch sights, "J. H. HALL/H. FERRY/US/1826" marked breechblock, barrel band retaining springs, and a proper button head ramrod. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% original brown finish with a few patches of light pitting ahead of the breech block. Stock is very fine with attractive raised grain, defined edges, some occasional minor scratches and handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is fine, retaining 70% original brown finish with some light dings. A very fine example of a scarce second contract delivered Harpers Ferry Model 1819 Hall rifle!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

L. Pomeroy U.S. 1840 Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Lot #172 (Sale Order 172 of 688)

Scarce L. Pomeroy U.S. Model 1840 Flintlock Musket with Bayonet

Pomeroy manufactured around 7,000 of these muskets in 1840-1846. This example has standard markings and features with an "1844" dated barrel tang and lock. Like the Model 1842 muskets, almost all of these Model 1840s were converted to percussion and rifled, with this particular example still in it's original flintlock smoothbore configuration. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good, with scattered light to mild pitting on the mostly bright surfaces, and mostly sharp markings. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches, dents, and chips, and a hairline crack on either side ahead of the middle of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very fine with some patches of light pitting and sharp edges. A fine example of an otherwise scarce unaltered Model 1840 flintlock musket!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Type III Flintlock Musket

Lot #173 (Sale Order 173 of 688)

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Type III Flintlock Musket Dated 1839 with Bayonet

Springfield Type III Model 1816 muskets were manufactured between 1831-1844. The Model 1816 Musket was the primary infantry long arm during the Mexican-American War and many of these muskets were converted to percussion in the 1850s, with this example still in original flintlock configuration. They were extensively issued by both the Federal and Confederate armies during the first few years of the Civil War. Model 1816 Type III muskets are described on pages 424-426 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II" with this exact musket photographed at the top of page 424. "P/eagle head/V" proofs at the left of the breech, "W/O" and "5" at the top of the breech, scrubbed barrel tang. "SPRING/FIELD/1839" in three vertical lines marked at the tail of the lock and "eagle/U.S." at the center of the lock. Circled script "AH" (Asabel Hubbard) cartouche marked on the left stock flat, and circled script "J.A.J.B." (James Andrew Jackson Bradford) cartouche marked on top of the stock comb ahead of the buttplate tang indicating the stock is from a contractor assembled musket c. 1832-1835 along with "W" and "11" indicating conversion to percussion at the Watervliet Arsenal c. 1849-1851. . The buttplate tang is "US" marked (faint). "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine as assembled and reconverted to flintlock configuration (latter per Moller in Jonathan Peck's study of U.S. lock markings which included this lock) with some scattered light pitting and sharp markings in the metal. Stock is very fine with attractive original raised wood grain, defined edges, some light dents and scratches, a small crack below the lock, and crisp cartouches. The included bayonet is fine with some patches of light pitting and sharp edges. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Unaltered U.S. Harpers Ferry 1841 Percussion "Mississippi Rifle"

Lot #174 (Sale Order 174 of 688)

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Percussion "Mississippi Rifle"

The Model 1841 is the first official percussion rifle adopted by the U.S. Military. Harpers Ferry Armory manufactured 25,296 Model 1841 rifles between 1846 and 1855. With most of these rifles receiving various alterations, this example is of the original Harpers Ferry pattern with no alterations or provisions for a bayonet, and still retains its original .54 caliber rifling for use with patched round balls. Fitted with brass blade front and fixed notch rear sights. It has standard markings and features including a browned barrel, casehardened lock, brass fittings, blued screw heads, and blued band retainers. Lock plate and barrel both dated "1854". "JLR" (John L. Reseler) cartouche on the left flat of the stock. Includes a leather sling marked with a circled "G.T. WOODBURY/U.S./ORD. DEPT./SUB INSPECTOR", wood tampion, tools and an extra nipple in the patch box.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% refinished brown finish on the barrel mixed with brown patina, and bright brass fittings. The casehardened lock has turned to a smooth gray/brown patina with attractive blue case colors visible on the hammer. Wood is very good with scattered light scratches and dents. Mechanically excellent. A solid representative example of a Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1841 "Mississippi Rifle".

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

New Jersey U.S. Remington Maynard Conversion Rifle-Musket

Lot #175 (Sale Order 175 of 688)

Fine, Documented State of New Jersey Marked U.S. Frankford Arsenal/Remington Maynard Priming System Conversion Model 1816 Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Using Maynard primer locks and percussion bolsters supplied by Remington Arms Co., Frankford Arsenal converted Model 1816s flintlock muskets to percussion ignition as well as rifled the bores from 1856 to 1859. This example is dated "1858" on the lock tang and has the standard U.S./Remington markings on the lock. The buttplate tang is marked "US" and "10." The State of New Jersey "NJ" marking appears on the left side of the barrel at the breech. New Jersey received approximately 2,000 of these conversions. The letter "B" is stamped on top of the barrel at the breech. The rear sight has a folding leaf graduated from 600 to 800 yards on the left branch and a base graduated from 1 to 4 on the left side. The left stock flat is stamped with the letter "V" along with an oval inspection stamp. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet, iron ramrod with trumpet head and leather sling. This exact rifle-musket is pictured on pages 43 and 45 and the model is discussed on pages 42-52 in George D. Moller's "American Military Shoulder Arms, Vol. III."

Class: Antique

Fine, having a silver-gray appearance mixed with some areas light pitting. The wood is also fine with an absent chip along the ramrod channel and some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1851 Cadet Musket with Bayonet

Lot #176 (Sale Order 176 of 688)

Scarce Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1851 Cadet Musket with Bayonet

These Model 1851 Cadet muskets are described in depth on pages 243-247 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III", with this exact musket photographed on page 244 and 245. Springfield Armory manufactured a total of 4,000 cadet muskets c. 1852-1853 for use by various cadet schools around the country. They feature the same lock as the Model 1847 Musketoon. It has a small bayonet stud on the bottom of the barrel near the muzzle, a blade front sight on the front of the upper barrel band, "1852" dated lock and barrel tang with standard Springfield lock and barrel markings. a diamond shaped brass plaque marked "49" is affixed on top of the wrist. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a US socket bayonet, "OHIO" marked leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, bright surfaces with some light dings, very light flash pitting, and crisp markings. Stock is fine with scattered light dents and scratches and a chip ahead of the lock. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Whitney Type I Second Variation Militia Rifle

Lot #177 (Sale Order 177 of 688)

Documented Whitney Type I Second Variation Militia Percussion Rifle

Whitney Militia rifles are described in depth on pages 460-471 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III" in which it states, "It is believed these rifles were made by the Whitney Armory from the late 1840s until 1861. Known sales to states and militia units occurred between early 1860 and early 1862." This exact rifle is photographed on page 465 and 466 under the description for "Whitney (Type I) Militia Rifle, Second Variation" in which defining features are described, "1. There is no provision for implement compartment in the stock. 2. Most are equipped with saber bayonet studs with a 1" guide key, and the stud's foot... is usually stamped with a bayonet mating number, such as '48.' 3. Most have a standing leaf rear sight dovetailed to the barrel, but a few are equipped with the Sharps Model 1853 tangent leaf sight. 4. The barrel channel is not inlet, or is only partially inlet, for a ramrod friction retainer, and these rifles are not equipped with this spring. 5. ... No examples are known with butt plate tangs marked 'US.' 6. All known examples have .54 caliber bores rifled with seven grooves." This example has an 1850 dated lock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes leather sling and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with mostly bright surfaces, some scattered light to mild pitting, and clear markings. Stock is also very good as lightly sanded and re-oiled with some scattered dents, chips and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Navy Jenks-Merrill Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Lot #178 (Sale Order 178 of 688)

Very Scarce One of Only 300 U.S. Navy Jenks-Merrill Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Only an estimated 300 Jenks carbines were altered by James H. Merrill to the Merrill system for the U.S. Navy in the late 1850s to 1860 in order to test the practicality of the Merrill combustible paper cartridge as opposed to William Jenks' system, which required loading with loose powder and ball. It has a blade front sight on the upper barrel band, and combination folding leaf rear sight graduated up to 500 yards with its base acting as a catch for the front of the breech lever. The breech lever has the two-line marking "J.H. MERRILL BALTO/PAT. JULY, 1858.", the lock is marked (very faint) "N.P. AMES/SPRINGFIELD/MASS." behind the hammer, and the top of the barrel at the breech is marked (faint) "Wm JENKS/USN/RC/P/1846". "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 70% period refinished brown finish on the barrel with some light scratches. Case colored lock and breech lever showing patterns of muted case colors with some light surface pitting. Brass fittings polished bright. Stock is also fine as lightly sanded and re-oiled with a few light scratches and a few minor dents underneath the buttstock. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Navy Remington Jenks "Mule Ear" Maynard Tape Primer Carbine

Lot #179 (Sale Order 179 of 688)

Excellent U.S. Navy Remington Contract Jenks "Mule Ear" Breech Loading Percussion Carbine with Maynard Patent Tape Primer Device

E. Remington & Sons purchased machinery and a U.S. Navy contract for 1,000 Jenks carbines with Maynard tape primers from Ames Manufacturing Company and manufactured these carbines circa 1847-48. The distinguishing features of the Jenks-Remington include the Maynard tape primer and the "REMINGTON'S/HERKIMER/N.Y." marking on the lock plate. Marked "1/32" on the underside of the breech lever, "204" underneath the tape primer cover, "W JENKS" parallel to the bore on the barrel at the breech followed by "U.S.N./RP/P/1847/CAST-STEEL" perpendicular to the bore ahead of the oval loading port, and some small "P" marks on a few of the components. The oval loading opening found on many of these carbines was an alteration of the earlier round opening and was designed to facilitate the use of paper cartridge rather than loose balls and powder. The bore was also rifled at this time. Boxed script "RP" (Richard Paine) cartouche on the left of the stock opposite the lock. The Jenks is unique in that it is the only side hammer weapon officially used by the U.S. military. Other features include the integral blade front sight on the foremost of the two brass barrel bands, the integral notch sight on the top of the lever, brass trigger guard with saddle ring, and the brass buttplate. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retains 95% plus original brown finish with some light scratches. Retains 85% attractive original case colors. The brass retains an original bright patina. The stock is also excellent with attractive original raised wood grain, defined edges, some light scratches and dents, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. An excellent example of a scarce Remington Navy Jenks carbine that would make a fine addition to any U.S. Martial collection!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Percussion Carbine

Lot #180 (Sale Order 180 of 688)

U.S. Navy N.P. Ames-Wm. Jenks "Mule Ear" Breech Loading Percussion Carbine Dated 1846

Ames manufactured 4,250 of these distinctive "mule ear" carbines between 1843-1846. "Wm JENKS" and "USN/RC/P/1846" marked on the top of the barrel at the breech ahead of the oval loading aperture. Small inspection marks are on several components. The lock plate has the Ames three-line marking in the center and "Wm JENKS" towards the rear. A sling ring is mounted on the lower tang. Oval script "RC" (Rufus Chandler) cartouche and boxed script "JL" (Joseph Lanman) cartouche on the left of the stock opposite the lock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine, retains 95% plus original brown finish with some light nicks. Retains 80% attractive original case colors. The brass retains a bright patina. Stock is fine with a semi-circular crack visible on the left of the wrist, attractive original raised wood grain, defined edges, scattered scratches and dents, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Cased Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #181 (Sale Order 181 of 688)

Incredible Cased Early Production Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver from 1852

This exquisite early production Colt Model 1851 Navy was manufactured in late 1852 (20000 is listed as the first number used in 1853) and has the factory "dot" marking by the main serial numbers indicating it was specially selected for engraving. The engraving is in the classic German-American style popularized by several talented engravers who immigrated from Germany in the early 1850s after training under Ernst Moritz and Gustav Ernst in Zella, Thuringia. These engravers as a group (Gustave Young, L.D. Nimschke, Herman Bodenstein, Georg Sterzing, and John Marr among them) dominated American fine arms engraving and established traditions that continued into the 20th century and even today. The specific engraver of this very fine revolver is not known, but, regardless of the specific engraver, the work is phenomenal and an excellent example of both the general style popularized in the early 1850s and the variety of the German-American engravers' work when you examine the finer details.The engraving covers the rear third of the barrel, flat sides of the loading lever arm, essentially all of the visible surfaces of the frame and the hammer, and extends onto the bow and edges of the trigger guard and the top and bottom of the back strap. An empty panel is on the middle of the back strap where inscriptions were often placed. The engraving consists of a mix of scrolls terminating in tight curls and more leafy elements as well as some checkered "buds" at the terminus of some of the scrolls, some "C" scroll elements, punched backgrounds, floral accents, wavy line borders, rayed designs, small checkerboard and dot panels, a gadroon element along the edge of the recoil shield on the right and related design on the left side of the barrel lug at the bottom, sea monster style hammer motif, and "COLTS/PATENT" neatly hand inscribed on the left side of the frame in an open panel with a wavy line and dot lower border. The barrel has a brass cone front sight and the "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-" marking with engraved borders. The cylinder has the classic Naval Battle of Campeche roll-scene engraved by W.L. Ormsby. The trigger guard has a small "C" marking on the left side of the bow at the front and a "G" on the rear shoulder on the left. All of the visible serial numbers match. As we have no doubt the concealed numbers also match, the revolver has not been disassembled out of respect and caution. The grip has the high gloss "piano" varnish finish. The case has navy blue lining and contains a "COLT'S PISTOL CAPS" Eley Bros. cap tin, blued L-shaped combination screwdriver and wrench, an outstanding original navy pattern "COLTS/PATENT" powder flask with sloped spout, and dual cavity brass bullet mold with iron sprue cutter marked "COLTS/PATENT" in addition to the revolver itself.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine. The remarkable engraving, the roll-scene, and the markings remain as crisp as the day they were applied. The revolver shows only minimal wear overall associated with light handling and storage and has likely never been fired. 75% of the bright original high polish blue finish remains on the barrel and cylinder with some spots of flaking on the barrel and a larger section flaked on the cylinder and turned a smooth light brown patina. The cylinder has some light drag-lines and some flattened safety pins. 70% of the original case colors remain, and they are especially prominent on and around the recoil shield and hammer. The grip frame retains 98% plus of the original silver plating which has taken on a very attractive darkened aged patina on most of the surfaces as well as some brighter spots. The grip is excellent and retains nearly all of the glossy original varnish and has some small dings and scratches on the sides and slight lower edge wear. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine, and the accessories are all excellent and have minor storage wear. This is an incredibly fine and early Colt Model 1851 Navy with distinctive factory engraving from the transitional period from the early Hartford style to the iconic German-American style popularized by Gustave Young, Herman Bodenstein, L.D. Nimschke, and other immensely talented engravers. This revolver will add interest and value to any collection and is an especially fitting addition for collections of engraved Colts.

Provenance: The Mac McCroskie Collection

Cased Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #182 (Sale Order 182 of 688)

Desirable Civil War Era Cased Factory Engraved Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

The Colt Model 1849 Pocket was the most popular of all of Colt's percussion revolvers and was a common choice for a personal sidearm during the antebellum and Civil War eras. This revolver was manufactured in 1864 during the American Civil War, the same year as Colt's disastrous factory fire, and is engraved in the "late percussion vine scroll" style. "E" for "engraved" is marked by the lower serial numbers. The intaglio scroll engraving without backgrounds is likely the work of Georg H. Sterzing who engraved for Colt c. 1858-1871. The particular designs of the wolf head and scrolls on the hammer are close matches for multiple revolvers attributed to Sterzing in "Colt Factory Engravers of the Nineteenth Century" by Herbert Houze, and the eagle head design on the left side of the barrel is also very similar to examples attributed to him. The revolver has a nicely figured grip and the standard sights and markings, including all matching serial numbers. In addition to the revolver, the case contains a double sided eagle powder flask, blued "COLT'S/PATENT" marked double cavity bullet mold, and cap tin.

Class: Antique

Fine. The engraving remains crisp. There are patches of the original blue, silver, and casehardened finishes in the protected areas and otherwise a smooth gray-brown patina on the steel and aged patina on the brass. The grip is very fine and has nice figure, strong original finish, mild edge wear, and light scratches and marks. Mechanically fine. The case is very good with tattered, faded lining, some partition separation, and mild age and storage related wear. The flask is fine. The mold is good.

Colt Model 1861 Navy Richards-Mason Conversion Revolver

Lot #183 (Sale Order 183 of 688)

Attractive Colt Model 1861 Navy Richards-Mason Conversion Revolver

This attractive Colt conversion revolver was manufactured in the mid 1870s within the separate 100-3300 serial number range. These revolvers are very rare with an estimated total production of just 2,200. They are particularly difficult to acquire in high condition. The barrel has a nickel-silver blade front sight, and the top is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-." The left side of the frame is stamped with the "-PAT. JULY. 25. 1871-/-PAT. JULY. 2. 1872-" over the original percussion era "COLTS/PATENT" marking, and "36 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The cylinder has the classic Naval Battle of Campeche roll scene. Matching serial numbers are visible on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, and loading gate. The revolver has the Colt high polish commercial blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing and cylinder. The frame, conversion ring, hammer, and loading gate are color casehardened. The brass trigger guard and back strap are silver-plated, and the one-piece walnut grip has nice figure and a varnish finish.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The revolver retains 95% plus of the replated silver plating which has taken on an attractive appearance, 85% plus of the bright original blue finish, 80% of the vivid original case colors with thinning mainly on the recoil shield, and most of the original niter blue on the screws and trigger. There are some light scratches and marks throughout, but the overall wear is light and mostly associated with age and handling. The slightly undersized grip is very good and has mild scratches and dings, some nice figure, most of the varnish remaining, and minor edge wear. Mechanically excellent. This is an attractive Colt Model 1861 Navy Richard's-Mason Conversion Revolver that would be an exceptional addition to any antique arms collection.

Cased Colt Pocket Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #184 (Sale Order 184 of 688)

Exceptionally Fine and Desirable Cased Colt Pocket Navy Percussion Revolver

This model has been known to collectors by various names over the years. The details of the serial numbers and dates of manufacture also remain disputed. Colt currently lists this revolver as a "Pocket Pistol of Navy Caliber" manufactured in 1861 within the same range as Police revolvers. However, the Colt Collector's Association now lists this model as manufactured in 1865-1872 within a serial number range of 1-22000. These are fairly rare and definitely desirable Colts and are difficult to find in high condition. It has the classic Colt percussion revolver finish combination of rich blue finish on the barrel and cylinder, case colors on the frame as well as the loading lever and hammer, niter blue on the screws and trigger, silver-plated brass grip straps, and a high polish "piano" varnish finish on the one-piece walnut grip. The barrel has the one-line New York address, the frame has the "COLTS/PATENT" marking, the trigger guard is marked "36 CAL," and matching full or partial serial numbers are on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, wedge, and cylinder pin. The loading lever is not marked. The partitioned case comes with a correct blued "COLTS/PATENT" "36P" marked bullet mold, Eley Brothers cap tin, package of six seamless skin cartridges, bullets, balls and double sided eagle powder flask.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine. The barrel and cylinder retain 70% plus original blue finish with balance thinning to a brown. The cylinder scene is clear and crisp. 75% vivid original case colors remain on the loading lever, hammer and frame. 97% original silver plating remains on the trigger guard and back strap. The grip is very fine with some minor handling marks and retaining most of the original varnish. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with a barely noticeable hairline crack on the lid, minor handling/storage marks and faded lining with typical high spot wear. Powder flask retains most of the original lacquer finish with a shallow dent. 90% original blue finish remains on the excellent bullet mold.

Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #185 (Sale Order 185 of 688)

Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolver

This is a fine example of a Colt Model 1849 revolver that was manufactured in 1866. The barrel and cylinder have the Colt high polish commercial blue finish. The loading lever, hammer and frame are color casehardened, and the brass trigger guard and back strap are silver-plated. The walnut grip has a varnished piano finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA". The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLT'S PATENT" markings. "COLT'S/PATENT" is stamped on the left side of the frame. "31 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The full serial number, "289771," is stamped on the loading lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "9771". The revolver has a mahogany factory case with five compartments lined with maroon velvet. The case contains: aged reproduction pocket pistol flask with fixed charger, blued iron .31 caliber mold for conical bullets and round balls marked "COLT'S/PATENT" on the sprue cutter, E. Joyce cap tin with red paper label, key, and several .31 caliber lead balls.

Class: Antique

Fine. The revolver retains 60% plus original blue and color casehardened finish. Most of the Colt commercial blue finish is present on the barrel and cylinder with scattered handling marks and small spots of age discoloration. The cylinder retains 85% of the scene. Four of the five cylinder safety pins are complete, and the percussion nipples and rear face of the cylinder show moderate flash pitting. The loading lever, frame and hammer retain more than 85% of the case colors with some small spots of age discoloration on the sides of the loading lever and frame and some flash pitting on the sides and front of the hammer. Traces of the silver plated finish are present on protected areas of the trigger guard and back strap. The balance of the trigger guard and back strap has aged to a dark patina. The walnut grip is excellent and retains more than 90% of the high polish piano finish; wear is limited to a few minor handling marks. The action functions well. The barrel, frame and cylinder markings are crisp. The case exterior is very good with a few minor handling marks. The lining is fair with fading, oil stains and age discoloration. The accessories are very good. This is a fine example of an 1866 production Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver.

Cased Colt Belt Model Paterson No. 3 Percussion Revolver

Lot #186 (Sale Order 186 of 688)

Incredibly Rare and Desirable Factory Cased Colt Belt Model Paterson No. 3 Percussion Revolver with Flared Grip, Second Matching Cylinder, and Other Accessories

The Colt Belt Model Paterson Revolver No. 3 is one of the earliest and most desirable of Samuel Colt's revolvers. Though Colt's Paterson venture was ultimately a business failure, it was successful in establishing his name as a leading figure in revolving firearms and directly led to the establishment of the highly successful and historically significant Colt's Patent Manufacturing Company. This model was manufactured circa 1837 to 1840 in Paterson, New Jersey. Only an estimated 450 were produced within a shared 1-850 serial number range with the No. 2 Belt Model. This model was subdivided between the straight and flared grip versions. This is the latter variation. The barrel has eleven-groove rifling, a small nickel-silver blade front sight, and "-Patent Arms M'g Co Paterson, N-J Colt's Pt.-." As with other percussion Colts, the rear sight is a notch in the tip of the hammer. The cylinders have "COLT" in a double "C" emblem with horse head finials, centaur and horseman scenes with serrated backgrounds, bands at the fronts and mid-sections, round stops, and rounded rear faces. Matching serial numbers are on the wedge, barrel, cylinders, ratchet, hammer, and grip. The left side of the grip has the matching "91" visible. The grip has not been dismounted. It is finished in blue and case colors. The mahogany case has a faint name inscribed on the nickel-silver lid escutcheon that appears to read "McEvens." The case holds a matching numbered second cylinder fitted on a dowel, a bullet mold with three wooden handles, multi-tool with ball seater, cleaning rod, two-part combination ball and powder flask/charger inscribed "Patent Arms M'g Co. Paterson, N.J. - Colt's Pt.," capper with "COLTS PATENT/PATENT ARMS MANG Co PATERSON. N.J." marking and the Rampant Colt over crossed Paterson revolvers, and a key.

Class: Antique

Very fine with 75% plus original blue finish and case colors with some fading on the grip straps from handling, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, minor spotting, crisp cylinder scenes, and minor marks and scratches. The grip is also very fine and retains much of the original varnish, light dings and scratches, and minimal wear. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine and has a crack on the front left corner of the lid, absent keyhole escutcheon, and minor wear on the lining. The charge is very fine with most of the gild and the bullet mold is exceptionally fine with 85% original niter blue. The other accessories are all fine and have mild age and storage related wear. This model is absent from most Colt collections, and this high condition example would make an excellent addition to any collection.

Provenance: The Mac McCroskie Collection

Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army with Carved Grip

Lot #187 (Sale Order 187 of 688)

Exceptional Colt Richards Conversion Model 1860 Army Revolver with Magnificent Relief-Carved Snake/Eagle Checkered Grip

Manufactured between 1871 and 1875. The revolver has a nickel plated barrel, six-notch cylinder, frame and back strap, silver plated brass trigger guard and casehardened hammer. The grip features a relief carved Mexican eagle on the left side and deeply carved checkering on both sides of the grip. The revolver has a ball shaped ejector rod tip, cross-hatched ejector head, three-screw frame with no stock cuts, internal loading gate spring, conversion ring with fixed rear sight, centerfire firing pin, casehardened hammer with cross-hatched, bordered and underlined spur and small hammer screw. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line legend: "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped in two lines on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT NO." "44 CAL" is stamped on the left trigger guard shoulder. The full serial number "2844" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and on the side of the cylinder. The assembly number "1647" is stamped on the conversion ring and loading gate.

Class: Antique

Excellent. The revolver retains 90% plus of the original nickel plated finish. Wear is limited to some minor flaking on the lower portion of the barrel lug and on the inside of the ejector housing. The brass trigger guard has traces of the nickel plated finish in protected areas. The hammer has a mottled gray patina with traces of the original case colors. The serial numbers, barrel and frame markings are crisp. The cylinder retains nearly all of the roll-engraved naval scene. The grip is excellent with an attractive mellow age patina and minimal shrinkage. The relief carved Mexican eagle is crisp and shows minimal handling wear. The checkering is sharp. Mechanically excellent. This is an exceptional example of a First Model Richards Conversion with rare and desirable relief carved Mexican eagle grip.

Cased Engraved Early Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #188 (Sale Order 188 of 688)

Presentation Cased Factory Engraved Early Production Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Case Inscribed to Eusebio Squella

This early production cased set from 1852 is inscribed "Eusebio Squella" on the lid escutcheon. The back strap had the same name, but the inscription has been mostly removed. Though no documentation is included with the revolver, one individual by that name was Chilean politician Eusebio Squella Lopetegui (d. 1869) who came from a wealthy and connected family in northern Chile. In the 1840s and 1850s, he was active as a politician, including as interim governor of Copiapo in 1845 and alternate deputy for Copiapo in 1855 to 1858. He also worked in the regions prosperous silver mines. The revolver has the "dot" by the main serial numbers indicating the revolver was selected for factory engraving. All of the serial numbers match on the metal components, and the grip has "83" still legible in the rear mortise. It has very attractive early factory floral scroll engraving with textured backgrounds on the barrel, loading lever, frame, hammer, and grip straps. The hammer has a bestial face similar to the later wolf head motif popularized by Gustave Young who became Colt's primary engraving contractor in 1852. The "COLTS/PATENT" marking on the left side of the frame is in archs. The barrel has "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" and a brass cone front sight. The cylinder has the standard Naval Battle of Campeche roll-scene and a "4" below the serial number. The trigger guard has a "G" on the left shoulder. The case is closely fitted to the revolver and the following accessories: a second cylinder numbered "19457," a cleaning rod, starter, brass bullet/ball mold, pheasant and dog pattern brass powder flask, L-shaped combination tool, and two compartments (empty).

Class: Antique

Very good with 20% original blue on the barrel, silver-gray patina on the cylinder along with most of the cylinder scene, traces of original case colors, gray or brown patina on the balance of the steel, an oversized hammer screw, 60% plus original silver plating, loss primarily were the back strap inscription was purposely defaced, and mild overall wear including some mild pitting concentrated on the cylinder. The slightly undersized refinished grip is also very good with a dark coat of varnish, some light dings and scratches, and minor edge wear. Mechanically fine. The case is also very good and has mild age and storage related wear (including some cracks in the lid) and a distinct inscription. The flask spring is absent, but the accessories are otherwise fine with age and storage related wear. The second cylinder is similar to the rest of the revolver and displays gray and brown patina, light pitting, and a distinct roll-scene. Overall, a very attractive Colt Model 1851 Navy with highly desirable early style factory engraving.

Cased Colt Model 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Percussion Revolver

Lot #189 (Sale Order 189 of 688)

Fine Cased Colt Model 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Percussion Pocket Revolver

Manufactured in 1857 as a Model 2 with the Hartford barrel address with pointing hand motif and the "cabin and Indian" rollmark on the cylinder. One piece piano varnished walnut grip. Barrel and cylinder are numbered to the gun. Includes a hardwood case, Colt's Patent bullet mold, dual-sided eagle motif flask, cap tin, and .28 caliber balls and conical bullets.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 60% plus original bright blue finish with the balance between smooth gray and brown patina. 50% of original case colors on the hammer and loading lever. Most of the cylinder scene remains. The grip is also very fine with some minor handling marks and retaining nearly all original varnish. Mechanically fine. Case is very good with storage and handling marks and some high edge wear on the lining.

Engraved & Plated Colt 1851 Navy Revolver with Tiffany Grip

Lot #190 (Sale Order 190 of 688)

Factory Engraved, Gold and Silver Plated Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Rare Tiffany Grip Documented and Pictured in "The Book of Colt Engraving"

This Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver was manufactured in 1863 and is fitted with an original silver plated Tiffany grip. This revolver is illustrated and described on page 166 of "The Book of Colt Engraving" by R.L. Wilson. The revolver has the late Colt factory "Vine Style" scroll engraving on the frame and barrel with additional engraving by master engraver L.D. Nimschke. In the description of this revolver in "The Book of Colt Engraving" Wilson states: "The factory running vine scrolls on the revolver appear to be augmented by the Nimschke pattern scrollwork on the cylinder. The arrow and crossed bands motif (both sides of the barrel) and the twirl pattern lever design are other distinctive LDN motifs". A punch-dot, which indicates that the part was designated by Colt for engraving or special finish, is stamped next to the serial number on the barrel, frame and trigger guard. The revolver barrel, frame, hammer and trigger guard are gold plated, and the loading lever and cylinder are silver-plated. In addition to the Colt Hartford and Nimschke New York engraving, the revolver is fitted with rare and extremely desirable cast bronze silver-plated Tiffany grip. The grip features highly detailed Civil War battle scenes on both sides and an American eagle motif on the buttcap. The grip is identical to the detailed illustration on page 167 of "The Book of Colt Engraving". The top of the revolver is roll-stamped: "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" within an engraved panel. "COLTS/PATENT" is roll-stamped in an engraved ribbon on the left side of the frame. "36 CAL" is stamped on the left side of the rear trigger guard bow. The full serial number, "163826", is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame and trigger guard, and the partial serial number "3826" is stamped on the lever. All of the visible serial numbers match.

Class: Antique

Fine. The revolver is all original and retains nearly 30% of the gold and silver-plated finish. The exposed metal surface shows traces of age discoloration but is generally smooth with no pitting. There is some very light flash pitting on the percussion nipples. All of the cylinder safety pins are complete. The Colt and New York engraving is deep and sharp. The Tiffany grip is in fine condition and retains nearly 50% of the finish with moderate high point wear. The highly detailed battle scenes and eagle motif are crisp. The factory markings on the barrel, frame and trigger guard are sharp. The action is tight and functions well. This is a fine, documented example of a Colt factory engraved Model 1851 Navy revolver with additional engraving by L.D. Nimschke or his shop, gold and silver-plated finish, and rare and very desirable Tiffany grip.

Engraved Colt Hartford English Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Lot #191 (Sale Order 191 of 688)

Rare and Desirable Factory Engraved Colt Hartford English Dragoon Percussion Revolver

Manufactured in 1848. This revolver is an English Hartford Dragoon Revolver with the Third Model round back trigger guard. The revolver features floral scroll engraving on the barrel lug, barrel, loading lever, frame, hammer, trigger guard and back strap. "COLTS PATENT" is engraved in a banner on the left side of the frame. The top of the barrel lug is marked "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-" in a lined panel reading toward the breech. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Ranger and Indian scene, "MODEL U.S.M.R" and "COLT'S PATENT". London "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proofmarks are stamped between the nipple cut-out on the cylinder shoulders and on the left side of the barrel lug. The serial number, "2430", is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, wedge and cylinder pin. There is a dot below the serial number on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap that indicates the revolver was designated for factory engraving. The brass trigger guard and back strap are silver plated. The frame, hammer and loading lever are casehardened, and the remaining parts are blue. Fitted with a one piece highly figured walnut grip with a high polish finish. Colt manufactured approximately 700 Hartford English Dragoon revolvers between 1853 and 1857 and it is estimated that only 150 of these revolvers were engraved for Colt in London by English master engravers.

Class: Antique

Very fine as period English refurbished/refinished with 90% blue finish remaining showing a few small areas of oxidation and pitting under the finish on the barrel. The cylinder shows some signs of light cleaning and some mild oxidation. The cylinder scene is 95% plus visible. 85% of the silver plating remains on the trigger guard and back strap, with an aged patina on the exposed brass. Almost all of the bright case colors remain on the frame, hammer and loading lever. The grip is also very good with 99% varnish remaining, some lower edge wear and a few minor dings and handling marks. The engraving and markings are clear. The action is excellent.

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #192 (Sale Order 192 of 688)

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

This classic Colt Model 1851 Navy was manufactured in 1856 and engraved by Master Engraver Gustave Young. The engraving is very similar to other Colt revolvers engraved by Young and his shop when they were the primary engraving contractors for Colt in 1850s and 1860s. For example, see Colt Model 1849 Pocket number 180720 from 1860 on page 110 of "The Colt Engraving Book Volume 1" by R.L. Wilson. Young's classic German-American scroll engraving with beaded backgrounds is featured on the rear 3 1/4 inches of the barrel, the sides of the loading lever, all of the frame, the lower portion of the hammer, and on the grip frame. An eagle's head is featured among the scrolls on the left side of the barrel at the loading lever screws, and there are floral accents throughout as well as fan designs. The hammer has a version of the wolf head motif, bordered knurling, and five dots representing five days of engraving. The left side of the frame has the hand inscribed "COLTS/PATENT" marking in a panel among the scrolls that is typical of Young's work, and the crosshatch panels around the serial numbers on the barrel lug and frame are also consistent with his work. The barrel has a brass cone front sight, a small "5" on the left side of the lug, and the "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" address but with the a blank space rather than "I" in "CITY." The cylinder has the standard navy roll scene. Matching full or partial serial numbers are found on the loading lever, barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, wedge, arbor pin, and cylinder.

Class: Antique

Very good with 80% of the age darkened original silver plating remaining on the grip frame, natural aged patina on the visible brass, patches of the original vibrant case colors remaining in a few of the protected areas such as the capping cut out, mostly silver-gray patina on the frame as well as the cylinder and loading lever, a slightly darker gray-brown patina on the barrel, patches of light pitting, generally distinct engraving and markings, mostly complete safety pins, and mild overall wear. The grip is also fine and has attractive natural grain and coloration, a thin crack along the left side, and some age cracks in the butt. Mechanically fine. This attractive Colt Model 1851 Navy embellished by legendary Master Engraver Gustave Young will make a great addition to any collection of antique Colts.

Cased Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver

Lot #193 (Sale Order 193 of 688)

Cased Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver with Attractive Relief Carved Grip

The Model 1862 Police was one of the last percussion revolvers introduced by Colt, and was and remains very popular. It combines the portability of the incredibly popular Model 1849 Pocket with more stopping power. This revolver was manufactured in 1863 and has standard markings along with the matching full or partial serial number on the frame, barrel, trigger guard, back strap, wedge, and cylinder pin. The left side of the grip features a relief carved bust of Columbia. The partitioned case contains a single face eagle "COLTS/PATENT" marked powder flask, "COLTS/PATENT" double cavity brass bullet mold and sealed package of five combustible envelope cartridges. Includes a relined case and accessories

Class: Antique

Fine. 70% original high polished original blue finish remains on the barrel and cylinder with a smooth brown patina on the balance. 40% muted original case colors remain on the hammer, frame and loading lever. 95% plus aged darkened original silver plating remains on the trigger guard and back strap. The slightly loose grips are also fine with some minor handling marks and a crisp carving. Mechanically excellent. The relined case is fair with minor handling/storage marks, replacement partition wall and typical high spot wear on the lining. The accessories are fair.

Engraved "Tri-Color" Colt Pocket Navy Revolver with Carved Grip

Lot #194 (Sale Order 194 of 688)

Scarce Cased Gold and Silver Plated Factory Engraved "Tri-Color" Colt Pocket Model of Navy Caliber Percussion Revolver with Mexican Eagle Carved Grips

This revolver was manufactured circa 1866 and has beautiful factory floral scroll engraving patterns on the rear half of the barrel, loading lever hinge and all of the frame. The trigger guard and grip frame also have factory scrollwork along with geometric border designs, and the hammer has a dog head motif. The late vine style engraving may have been executed by Gustave Young and was at the very least inspired by his style. The "I.E." markings by the serial numbers on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap indicate the engraving and special grips originated from the factory. The grip is one piece rather than two separate pieces bonded to a spacer and has a Mexican eagle with a snake in its beak over cacti and a banner that reads "REPUBLICA MEXICANA". The back of the grip is numbered to match the revolver under the back strap, and a "5" is stamped on the left side of the front strap at the bottom. The design is based on the Coat of Arms of Mexico. The Model 1860 Army on page 147 of "The Book of Colt Engraving" by R. L. Wilson has near identical grip carving and similar barrel engraving. Note that the hammer design the "COLTS/PATENT" frame marking are also nearly identical to those on the Model 1851 Navy engraved by Young on page 69, and the hammer design on the Young engraved Model 1860 Army on page 82 that also has very similar frame engraving but a differing patent marking. The matching partial or full serial number is marked on the loading lever, barrel lug, wedge, arbor pin, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, and back strap. The wedge does not have a retaining spring, and its first number is double or re-stamped. The top of the barrel has the one-line "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S.AMERICA" address, and the left side of the trigger guard at the rear is marked "36 CAL". The cylinder has the stagecoach hold up scene. The barrel and grip frame are silver-plated, and the loading lever, cylinder, and hammer are gold plated. The frame is casehardened, and the trigger and screws are blue. It comes in a wooden case with fitted interior and compartments for the included Eley Bros. cap tin, package of six combustible cartridges from Colt's Cartridge Works, a small E. Pluribus Unum powder flask with plum blue finish, and a blued dual cavity bullet mold marked "COLT'S/PATENT" on the sprue cutter. Some estimates suggest only five Pocket Navies had this rare combination of finishes. The combination of engraving, finishes, and carved grip certainly make it unique!

Class: Antique

Very fine. The barrel retains 80% plus of the original silver-plating with some minor flaking and light pitting/oxidation. 75% plus of the original gold plating remain with numerous small pin pricks, small flakes, and patches of gray patina on light pitting primarily on the cylinder. The frame retains nearly all of the original case colors which remain very vibrant in the capping cutout and in the protected area below the cylinder. The grip frame and trigger guard retain 30% of the original silver plating primarily on the areas on and near the trigger guard bow. The exposed brass has a pleasant aged patina. The trigger and several of the small screws retain strong original niter blue finish. The engraving patterns and markings remain crisp. The grip is very fine with attractive cream, yellow, and light brown tones, crisp carving, some slight age cracks on the bottom, and minor handling marks. The action functions fine. The case exterior is very good with various minor marks and scrapes from storage and a few chips. The slightly sun faded original interior is fine. The lining has faded significantly and has some stains and pressure marks from the revolver. The tin and cartridge package are also fine. Both have been opened, but the cartridges remain. The flask and bullet mold are very fine and retain nearly all of their original finish with only minor wear. Overall, this is an outstanding set built around a beautifully factory engraved Colt Pocket Navy revolver with rare tri-color finish and carved one-piece grip.

Cased Pair of Engraved Colt Hartford English Dragoon Revolvers

Lot #195 (Sale Order 195 of 688)

Cased Pair of Scarce Factory Engraved Two Digit Serial Number Colt Hartford English Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolvers with Accessories -A) Engraved Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver

Cased Pair of Scarce Factory Engraved Two Digit Serial Number Colt Hartford English Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolvers with Accessories -A) Engraved Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
Both of these revolvers were assembled at Colt's London factory in 1853 from parts manufactured at the Hartford factory. Only 700 of these revolvers were manufactured. These two are just a few serial numbers apart (49 and 52), and each features related but different English engraving. Both revolvers feature "COLT'S PATENT" in banners on the sides of the frame and primarily traditional English scroll and floral engraving patterns. The first revolver's back strap has traces of an inscription executed with dots that began with "Lie" (lieutenant) and ended in "ves," and the frame and back strap are cut for a shoulder stock. Both revolvers have blade front sights, the "{ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY}" barrel address, London proof and view marks, the Ranger and Indian battle scene and "U.S.M.R." and "COLT'S PATENT" markings on the cylinders, and are all matching with the exception of the wedge of the second revolver (marked "179"). The second revolver has a six-pointed star on the right side of the trigger guard (used later by Colt on repaired arms) and a small diamond shaped marking on the left side at the front. The rare possibly unique period case is fitted to the revolvers and also has a loading and cleaning label inside the lid, a cleaning rod, a bore brush attachment (not compatible with the rod), two Eley Bros. cap tins, ornate key, extra mainspring, brass dual cavity bullet mold, two L-shaped combination tools, an oiler, and a James Dixon & Sons powder flask.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Dragoon
BBL: 7 1/2 inch part round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 49
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine with crisp engraving, 70% original silver plating on the grip frame with loss mainly on the back strap where the inscription was removed, 25% of the original blue finish remaining mainly concentrated on the left side of the barrel lug, traces of original case colors on the frame, 40% of the faded original case colors remaining on the hammer, mostly smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, mild pitting mainly on the barrel, flattened safety pins, distinct primary markings, some fading of the cylinder markings but mostly distinct scene, and general mild overall wear. The grip is also fine and retains the vast majority of the varnish and has some scrapes and dings, slight gaps between the left panel and butt, and minor edge wear. Mechanically fine. The relined case and accessories are generally very good, with the flask in excellent condition, and have minor storage related wear.

B) Engraved Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
As described in "A."

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Dragoon
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
Finish: blue/casehardened/silver
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 52
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine with crisp engraving, 80% original silver plating on the grip frame with some light loss at the edges and a light aged patina on the silver and exposed brass, 30% plus original blue finish remaining on the barrel concentrated along the bottom where it is protected by the loading lever and on the lug, silver-gray and light brown patina on the cylinder along with a very nice roll-scene with only light fading at the front, mostly solid safety pins, 30% original case colors remaining in some of the protected areas such as the top of the loading lever, lighter original case colors mixed with smooth gray and brown patina on the frame as well as the loading lever and hammer, and general minor overall wear. The grip is also fine and has most of the varnish remaining, small dings and scratches, and light edge wear. Mechanically fine.

Cased Engraved & Plated Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #196 (Sale Order 196 of 688)

Extraordinary Cased Factory Engraved and Gold and Silver Plated Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver with Checkered Grip and Silver Plated Accessories

This revolver was manufactured in 1859 and has the factory apostrophe marking by the lower serial numbers used to denote engraving and/or special finishing. It was likely engraved by Georg H. Sterzing. Comparison should be made with the example attributed to Sterzing on pages 92-93 of "Colt Factory Engravers of the Nineteenth Century" by Herbert Houze which has many similar features. The rear third of the barrel, the flat sides of the loading lever arm, all of the frame, the sides and top of the hammer, the trigger guard, and the top and bottom of the back strap are all engraved with classic Germanic style scrollwork with beaded/punch-dot backgrounds. There is a dog's head above the loading lever screw on the left side of the barrel, an intertwining line design ahead of the barrel address, and "COLTS/PATENT" inscribed on the left side of the frame. The barrel has a dovetailed blade front and the "-ADDRESS SAML COLT HARTFORD CT.-" barrel address sometimes associated with Colt's shipped to the South in the build up to the Civil War. The hammer has a wolf head motif and was finished in silver-gilt (gold plating over silver plating). The cylinder has the standard Naval Battle of Campeche roll-scene, and the back has an asterisks type marking by one of the safety pins and a "P" by another. It may have also been finished in silver-gilt. The grip is nicely checkered. All of the visible serial numbers match. The deluxe style case has brass bound corners and a blank inscription oval at the center of the lid and the interior has dark brown and hunter green lining and is closely fitted for the revolver and the following silver plated accessories: an unmarked powder flask with slanted spout and U.S. martial themed patterns, an iron double cavity bullet mold marked "36 B" on the side and "COLT'S/PATENT" on the sprue cutter, and an L-shaped combination tool.

Class: Antique

Fine. The engraving, markings, and most of the cylinder scene remain crisp. 60% of the original silver plating remains, and the hammer has traces of the original gilt finish. The cylinder is a smooth gray patina, and all of the safety pins remain solid. The grip is also fine and has crisp checkering with a few flaked diamonds, attractive aged tones, and age cracks in the butt. Mechanically excellent. The replated accessories are fine with dark aged patina and very minor storage wear. The case is fine and has mild exterior wear including some slight cracks and separation at the corners and very minimal interior wear. Overall, this is a very attractive factory engraved and rare engraved and plated Colt Model 1851 Navy.

Engraved Colt Pocket Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver

Lot #197 (Sale Order 197 of 688)

Documented Factory Engraved Colt Pocket Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver with Factory Letter

The revolver features a factory floral scroll engraving on the upper rear barrel flats, sides of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The sides of the hammer have the distinctive wolf's head as well as floral scroll engraving. The engraving is a late factory vine and scroll type that incorporates floral blossoms on the left side of the barrel lug, left recoil shield and right side of the frame. The top barrel flat is marked with the one-line New York U.S. America address in a scalloped border panel accented with scrollwork at the front, the left side of the frame is engraved "COLTS/PATENT," and the upper left side of the trigger guard bow is marked "36 CAL." The cylinder is roll engraved with the stagecoach hold-up scene and marked "COLTS PATENT/No 9960." It has a partially plugged lever cut out. The complete matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap with "IE" stamped above or below each number. The "I" designates factory ivory grips, and the "E" designates factory engraving. Note that the grip on the revolver is varnished walnut and the included factory letter documents the type of stocks as "not listed." The wedge and cylinder are stamped with the partial serial number "9960." The factory letter confirms the caliber, barrel length and factory engraving. When it was shipped to J.P. Moores Sons of New York City on 9 August 1875 as part of a 57 gun shipment it had a blue finish.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The revolver retains 95% of the period retailer nickel finish with most of the loss on the barrel. The grip is excellent showing a few minor handling marks and retaining most of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Model 1855 Revolving Military .64 Caliber Rifle

Lot #198 (Sale Order 198 of 688)

Exceptionally Fine, Incredibly Scarce .64 Caliber Colt Model 1855 Percussion Revolving Military Rifle with Bayonet

R.L. Wilson in "The Book of Colt Firearms" lists the total production of .64 caliber Colt Model 1855 revolving rifles at 25 or less, all of them military rifles, and also indicates that they were numbered within the same range as the .56 caliber rifles. They make up around 1/4 of a percent of the total production of the Model 1855 Military Rifles. The U.S. government purchased over 4,000 of Colt revolving rifles and carbines during the Civil War. Some were issued to the Berdan Sharpshooters. It is possible these large caliber revolving rifles were designed for the U.S. Navy given the Navy's use of other large caliber rifles like the Plymouth rifles during the era. This rifle has a block/blade front sight, notch and two-leaf rear sight graduated for 100, 300 and 500 yards, "COL. COLT HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." on the top strap, the 1857 patent marking on the left side of the frame, the 1850 patent date on a cylinder flute, "K" on the left side of the trigger guard, "74" on the bottom of the frame and trigger guard, long forend with brass cap and two barrel bands, 5-shot fluted cylinder, cleaning rod compartment in the stock (empty), and leather sling. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet with leather scabbard and hanger.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% original blue finish and a few very scattered small patches of light pitting on left and lower frame. 60% of original case colors remain on the hammer and loading lever. The wood is excellent showing some minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. As one of 25 or less, this incredibly scarce .64 caliber Colt Model 1855 Revolving Military Rifle will be hard to improve upon. An exceptionally fine example of an exceptionally rare antique Colt longarm.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Merrill Alteration Springfield 1847 Cavalry Musketoon

Lot #199 (Sale Order 199 of 688)

Incredibly Rare Documented Merrill Alteration Breech Loading Springfield Model 1847 Percussion Rifled Cavalry Musketoon

Reportedly, 100 each of the Model 1847 cavalry musketoons, Model 1842 muskets, and Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifles were converted using James H. Merrill's breech loading system c. 1861-1862, with the Model 1847 musketoons nearly non-existent on the collectors market today. These Merrill breech loading alterations of the Model 1847 cavalry musketoons are described on pages 232-233 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III", with this exact musketoon photographed on both pages. The alteration was performed by replacing the barrel tang with the Merrill breech system as well as adding the lever catch to the barrel, adding an additional screw in the lock plate for added strength, installing a clean out screw on the bolster. This rare Merrill alteration is not to be confused with the much more common Merrill manufactured carbines and rifles also used by the Union during the war effort. According to Moller's book, "The Ordnance Department accepted 98 Merrill-altered musketoons. The two remaining musketoons were condemned as being 'spoiled in alteration.'" The barrel appears to have been rifled prior to the Merrill alteration. Unlike the Model 1842 muskets which were widely rifled, only a small number of the musketoons were rifled and fitted with a 500 yard three-leaf rear sight (mounted backwards as noted in Moller's book). The front sight is an integral blade on the front barrel band. The barrel is marked with the "V/P/eagle head" proof on the left near the breech. The Springfield lock plate is dated 1851 and has the standard markings. The breech mechanism is marked with the Merrill address and patent information in three lines. Fitted with a smooth straight grip stock secured by three sets of barrel bands, sling swivels on the middle band and front of the trigger guard, and tulip head ramrod with the rare sleeved chain device for retention of the ramrod. Flayderman's Guide states, "Although these chain devices were supposed to replace the swivels, it has been the author's experience in seeing quite a few specimens over the years that almost no chain devices survived and hence are more rare intact than the swivels." Marked with a boxed script "JF" inspection cartouche on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very fine with crisp, bright surfaces overall with some patches of light pin prick pitting, and crisp markings. Brass fittings retain an attractive bright color. Stock is excellent with attractive original raised wood grain, defined edges, some light handling marks, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Merrill Alteration U.S. Harpers Ferry 1841 Rifle

Lot #200 (Sale Order 200 of 688)

Rare Documented Merrill Breech Loading Alteration of a U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Percussion "Mississippi" Rifle

Reportedly, 100 each of the Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifles, Model 1842 muskets, and Model 1847 cavalry musketoons were converted using James H. Merrill's breech loading system c. 1861-1862. Merrill breech loading alterations of the Model 1841 rifles are described on pages 172-175 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on page 173. The alteration of these Model 1841 rifles involved boring out the barrel and rifling it for use with .58 Minie balls, removing the original breech plug and installing the Merrill breech system as well as adding the lever catch to the barrel, adding a screw through the lock plate, and using a bolster with a cleanout screw. It has a brass blade front sight, three leaf rear sight, "V/P/eagle head" proofs on the left at the breech, the three-line Merrill marking on the lever, standard Harpers Ferry markings on the 1850 dated lock, "JLR" and "R" marked on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a period leather sling, brass tipped wood tampion, and tools in patch box.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 75% original brown finish on the barrel, strong traces of the original black oil-quenched casehardened finish on the breech lever, and the casehardened lock turned to a smooth gray patina. The brass fittings retain an attractive bright color. Stock is excellent with attractive original wood grain, some light handling marks and occasional dents, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Merrill Alteration Harpers Ferry 1842 Musket

Lot #201 (Sale Order 201 of 688)

Rare Documented Merrill Alteration Breech Loading Harpers Ferry Model 1842 Percussion Rifled Musket with Bayonet

Reportedly, 100 each of the Model 1842 muskets, Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifles, and Model 1847 cavalry musketoons were converted using James H. Merrill's breech loading system c. 1861-1862. These Merrill breech loading alterations of the Model 1842 muskets are described on pages 201-203 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on pages 201 and 203. The alteration was performed by replacing the barrel tang with the Merrill breech system as well as adding the lever catch to the barrel, adding an additional screw in the lock plate for added strength, installing a clean out screw on the bolster, and the barrel was also rifled and fitted with a long range rear sight as part of the conversion. This rare Merrill alteration is not to be confused with the much more common Merrill manufactured carbines and rifles also used by the Union during the war effort. The front sight is an integral blade on the front barrel band. A stud on the bottom at the muzzle is used for socket bayonet mounting. The barrel is marked with "PB/P" and "V/P/eagle head" on the left near the breech. The lock plate is dated 1853 and has the standard markings. The breech mechanism is marked with the Merrill address and patent information in three lines. Fitted with a smooth straight grip stock secured by three sets of barrel bands, sling swivels on the middle band and front of the trigger guard, and a trumpet head ramrod. Marked with a circled script "JAS" (John A. Schaeffer) inspection cartouche on the left stock flat. Includes a US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good, bright surfaces with scattered light pitting. Stock is fine with defined edges and scattered scratches and dents. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent. A rare example of a Merrill altered U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1842 rifled musket!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Harpers Ferry 1841 "Mississippi Rifle" with Long Range Sight

Lot #202 (Sale Order 202 of 688)

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Percussion "Mississippi Rifle" with Long Range Sight and Saber Bayonet Stud

Harpers Ferry Model 1841 rifle with arsenal alterations performed c. 1855 including a long range rear sight and bayonet lug. "Type IIB" alterations of Model 1841s are described on pages 145-146 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III". This variation is identified in having 100 yard steps on the side walls of the long range rear sight with graduations marked from "2" to "4" on the right, and a 1,000 yard flip-up ladder. Part of the alteration consisted of brazing a lug with guide key for a saber bayonet on the right side of the barrel, and installation of a new, shorter, forward barrel band after shortening the forend. The rear of the lock plate is marked: "HARPERS/FERRY/1851" vertically in three lines. "Eagle and shield/U.S." is stamped on the lock ahead of the hammer. The barrel tang is dated "1851". The left side of the barrel is stamped "WW/P" perpendicular to the bore followed by the usual arsenal "V/P/eaglehead" proof and inspection marks stamped parallel to the bore. The barrel and ramrod are bright, the hammer and lock casehardened, and the mountings are brass. Many of these rifles were rebored to .58 caliber, but this example is still in its original .54 caliber with a seven groove rifled barrel. These rifles saw extensive service during the first several years of the Civil War in both the Union and Confederate Armies. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes "OHIO" marked leather sling, wood tampion, extra nipple and tools in patch box.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining 30% arsenal refurbished brown finish on the barrel, strongest at the edges with the balance a smooth gray patina, and some scattered patches of mild pitting. Stock is also very good with some scattered light scratches and dents, a chip ahead of the lock, a filled in repair on the left ahead of the flat and on the left front of the comb. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield 1858 Cadet Percussion Rifle-Musket

Lot #203 (Sale Order 203 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1858 Type I Cadet Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Approximately 1,501 Type I Model 1858 Cadet rifle-muskets with the early long range rear sight were manufactured at Springfield Armory in 1858, and 1,000 of the Type II variation with the later flip-up rear sight were manufactured in 1860. The Model 1858 Cadet is nearly identical to the standard issue Model 1855 rifle-musket, and only differs in having a two inch shorter barrel with a slightly shortened stock, as requested for use by the West Point Military Academy. The Type I Model 1858 Cadet rifle-musket is described on pages 278-281 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on page 279. It has standard markings and early features including an 1858 dated lock and barrel, and early brass end cap. Left stock flat marked with circled script "JS" (John Symington) and "ESA" (Erskine S. Allin) cartouches. A small "X" is carved on the right rear of the stock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a US socket bayonet, leather sling, and brass tipped wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining mostly bright surfaces with some light pitting concentrated towards the muzzle end, a few patches of light pitting near the top of the rear band, markings on the barrel and lock are light but fully legible, and sharp markings on the lock. Stock is fine overall with defined edges, numerous handling and storage marks, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent. This is a fine example of a rarely encountered Model 1858 Cadet rifle-musket that would make a fine addition to any collection.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Massachusetts Drake Robbins & Lawrence 1841 "Mississippi" Rifle

Lot #204 (Sale Order 204 of 688)

Massachusetts Marked Drake Alteration Robbins & Lawrence Model 1841 "Mississippi" Percussion Rifle with Bayonet

Reportedly, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts contracted with A. J. Drake of Boston in 1862 to alter approximately 1,839 "Windsor rifles" (believed to have been Model 1841 rifles made by Robbins & Lawrence) they had on hand to accept a socket bayonet with a blade/stud front sight and three-leaf 500 yard Model 1858 rear sight. This Drake altered Model 1841 rifle is marked with "ROBBINS/&/LAWRENCE/U.S." on the lock plate ahead of the hammer, and "WINDSOR VT./1849" at the tail of the lock. The buttplate tang has a small "US" stamp along with "CO. E/MASS.46/3". The 46th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry/Militia Regiment was raised primarily in Hampden County, Massachusetts, in 1862. Most of its men volunteered to stay on and join the Army of the Potomac after their enlistments expired due to Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania in 1863. 100 of the men then reenlisted by joining the 2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery. During its enlistment, the 46th only lost one man in combat and another 35 by disease. Much of their service consisted of manning defensive positions at key positions in the North. "US/J.P.C./P" (James P. Chapman) marked on top of the barrel at the breech. Drake alteration number "456" marked on the back surface of the barrel at the breech and on the back surface of the barrel tang (both require disassembly to view). The straight wrist walnut stock has a brass patch box, and two inspection cartouches marked on the left flat including a faint boxed script "JPC" and a strong oval script "WAT" (William A. Thornton). Brass tipped trumpet head iron ramrod. Sling swivels mounted on the barrel band and front of the trigger guard. Faintly punch marked "WAR 1861-1865" on the left of the buttstock (filled in with wood filler). "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes Drake pattern socket bayonet, reproduction leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, 20% arsenal brown finish on the barrel with gray patina on the balance and numerous scattered patches of brown surface pitting. More than half of the arsenal refurbished dark blue casehardening visible on the lock with crisp markings. Brass retains an attractive original patina. Front sling ring is broken. Stock is fine as lightly sanded and re-oiled with some scratches and dents, and filled in markings on the left of the buttstock (referenced above). Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Colt Alteration Whitney 1841 "Mississippi Rifle" with Bayonet

Lot #205 (Sale Order 205 of 688)

Documented Colt Alteration Whitney Model 1841 Percussion "Mississippi Rifle" with Saber Bayonet

Colt alterations of "Mississippi Rifles" are described on p. 156-159 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III" by George Moller, and this rifle is featured on p. 157 and 158. It was converted to .58 caliber (seven-groove rifling) by Colt and features the Colt Model 1855 revolving rifle rear sight and ring mounted bayonet stud. These were fitted with saber bayonets originally numbered to the guns (this one not matching, most do not). In 1861, Colt purchased approximately 11,368 Model 1841 rifles from the Ordnance Department for $10.00 a piece which would have included pieces both from Harpers Ferry and government contractors. Colt then altered them for use with .58 caliber Minie balls and bayonets under an agreement to sell them all back once the alterations were performed. By June of 1862, Colt had sold 10,411 of the converted rifles back to the government for $18.50 a piece and made a quick and handsome profit, selling the rest to the state of Connecticut against his original agreement. Similar arms deals between the government and Colt earned both Samuel Colt and some top level officials a fair amount of ire. The barrel has a brass blade front sight, 500 yard Colt three-leaf rear sight, clamp-on band with bayonet stud marked "3739" as well as "3739" behind it on the barrel, "1 CC" and "B" on the left at the breech, and "1854" date on the tang. The lock is marked "E. WHITNEY/U.S." at the center and "N. HAVEN/1854" on the tail. The left stock flat has "JM" and "WAT" (William A. Thornton) cartouches. "US" is marked on the brass buttplate tang. "M" is marked on the side plate. A "GDM" collection mark is at the toe. Includes an 1861 dated saber bayonet marked with number "3021" on the flat of the hilt, leather sling, and a spare nipple and tool in the patch box.

Class: Antique

Very good with smooth mottled brown patina on the barrel and lock, bright brass fittings, and general mild wear. Stock is fine with attractive original raised wood grain, some light scratches and dings, a small crack ahead of the rear lock screw, and chips on the edges of the barrel and ramrod channel. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet is fine with some scattered light pitting on the blade.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Hall 1836 Percussion Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Lot #206 (Sale Order 206 of 688)

Scarce U.S. Hall Model 1836 Percussion Carbine with Ramrod Bayonet

Approximately 2,020 Hall Model 1836 carbines were manufactured circa 1837-40. Dated "1839" on the breechblock. Standard markings and features, including the ramrod type sliding bayonet. These carbines were issued to the 2nd U.S. Dragoons and used by them during the Second Seminole War in Florida.

Class: Antique

Very good, showing strong traces of original brown finish with the balance a mottled brown patina with some scattered areas of light pitting. The wood is also very good with numerous scattered minor dings, and chips on both the top rear edges of the flats. Mechanically excellent.

Documented Krider Percussion Short Rifle

Lot #207 (Sale Order 207 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Krider Percussion Short Rifle

John H. Krider, his rifles, and rifle-muskets are described on p. 386-395 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III" by George Moller. He states that Krider is believed to have sold weapons and accoutrements to Philadelphia area militias, including rifles in two different barrel lengths during the Civil War. The shorter rifles are noted with 33 inch barrels. This Krider short rifle is photographed on p. 391, and Moller wrote, "The narrow brass barrel bands used by Krider on these rifles are similar to those used on some of the military rifles made by Henry, suggesting these makers procured them from the same source. Also the brass implement compartment covers are similar to those used by another Philadelphia gun-maker, Christian Sharps, in his military arms. These brass implement compartment covers were also used as components of the 1861-1862-period military rifles made by J. Henry & Son and Phillip S. Justice." A "GDM" collection mark is at the toe. Includes a leather sling.

Class: Antique

Very good with mottled dark brown patina on the barrel and lock, bright brass bands and ramrod tip, and fine lightly aged patina on the brass trigger guard, patch box and buttplate. Stock is fine with some light scratches and dents, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Schroeder U.S. Contract Needle Fire Trials Carbine

Lot #208 (Sale Order 208 of 688)

Incredibly Rare and Historically Important Schroeder U.S. Contract Martially Inspected Needle Fire Trials Carbine

Designed by Hermann Schroeder, William Schmidt and Louis Salewski of Bloomington, Illinois, as evidenced by patent number 16,288 dated December 23rd, 1856. In the patent text it states, "The nature of our invention relates to that class of fire-arms termed 'breech-loading guns;' and it consists in so uniting the barrel with the cock or hammer as that the act of moving forward the barrel to open its breech shall cock the gun... The charge which we use is the loaded cartridge with the pellet or priming in front of instead of in the rear of the powder, and the ball may be conical or of any other well-known form or construction." Similar to the Prussian Dreyse needle guns of the same time period in use overseas. The Army Ordnance Board tested the Schroeder in July of 1856 and contracted for ten carbines in 1857. Further trials were performed with the ten contract carbines in March of 1860 by the Ordnance Board, but at that time the gun was deemed unfit for military service. Flayderman's Guide states, "This very rare and unusual arm has the distinction of being the only needle fire weapon purchased on contract by the U.S. Government. The order for ten is believed all that were purchased." Silver blade front and three-position flip-up rear sight. Brass disc depicting an "Eagle with shield/U.S." on the upper tang, and brass fittings. "GDM" (George D. Moller) small collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. The right side flat of the stock marked with an inverted "R.H.K.W." (Robert Henry Kirkwood Whiteley, Captain) boxed script inspection cartouche, indicating this example as one of the ten trials carbines. This is the first and only Schroeder needle fire carbine this writer has seen publicly offered for sale.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining a pleasing patina with some areas of light surface pitting, and attractive bright brass fittings. Wood is very good with some scattered handling marks and scratches, a repair underneath the forend, a repaired section on the right rear, reattached/resoldered forward trigger guard with visible interior peen marks, two small collection tag holes on the right rear, absent sling swivel below, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. This is a golden opportunity to acquire one of the rarest, most desirable U.S. Martial carbines extant!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Mont Storm Patent Breech Loading Percussion Rifle

Lot #209 (Sale Order 209 of 688)

Rare Mont Storm Patent Breech Loading Moore and Harris Marked Percussion Rifle

This is an extremely rare example of an early breech loading percussion rifle invented by William Mont Storm of New York. Reference U.S. Patent number 15,307 dated July 8th, 1856, and British Patent no. 2933 of 29 November, 1860. It uses a hinged trap door breech block system for loading with powder and ball, with a locking block actuated by the fall of the hammer. This design was used in British Army trials in the search for a system to convert leftover stocks of muzzle loading Enfield percussion rifles and carbines to breech loaders, of which Snider’s Patent was eventually chosen. Features a fixed blade front sight, 1,000 yard folding ladder rear sight, shallow five-groove rifling, filled in section where a bayonet lug used to be on the right side towards the muzzle, and two iron barrel bands. “Wm MONT STORM’S/PATENT” marked on top of the breech block. "MOORE & HARRIS/1863" marked on the lock. Serial number "241" is marked on the upper rear of the receiver, inside of the lock, rear of the lower tang, and on the underside of the breech block, barrel and receiver. Birmingham proof marks are on the underside of the barrel, receiver and breech block. Casehardened receiver, breech block and lock with a blued barrel (traces visible underneath). "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes leather sling and brass tipped wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine with slightly dull bright polished metal with some scattered light pitting, and clear markings. Stock is also fine with some light scratches and dents. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War 1841 Massachusetts Lindner Alteration Rifle

Lot #210 (Sale Order 210 of 688)

Rare Documented Civil War U.S. Model 1841 Massachusetts Lindner Breech Loading Alteration "Mississippi" Rifle with Bayonet

Massachusetts Lindner alteration rifles are described on pages 178-181 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on page 179. 4,000 muzzle loading Model 1841 "Mississippi" rifles manufactured by Robbins & Lawrence of Windsor, VT were originally issued to the State of Massachusetts. Of these, 103 examples had a section of barrel removed at the breech end and were altered to the Lindner breech loading system in late 1861; 100 of those altered by Allen & Morse of Boston, Massachusetts, and 3 altered by Amoskeag Manufacturing Company of Manchester, New Hampshire. This rifle was inspected and modified by Augustine J. Drake of Boston with a block front sight post for mounting a socket bayonet before subsequently being sent to receive its Lindner conversion. The locking "screw-sleeve" on this rifle is marked with serial number "19" on the underside and "PATENTED/MAR. 29, 1859" on top in reference to Edward Lindner's patent number 23,378. Lindner's breech loading system utilizes a locking "screw-sleeve" coupling that joins the breech end of the barrel to a tip-up threaded breech block with a chamfered face. To load, the knob on the screw-sleeve is rotated counter clockwise using the right hand, which allows the spring loaded breech block to tip upwards for loading with a combustible paper cartridge or loose powder and ball. Once loaded, the spring-loaded breech block is pushed down and held with the left thumb, and the screw-sleeve is rotated clockwise gripping the knob with the right hand; creating a tight gas seal. These Lindner conversion rifles have a distinctive reinforcing metal plate ahead of the trigger guard fixed with a wedged pin. The iron upper tang has a plugged hole where a peep sight would have been mounted at the time of it's Lindner alteration. The barrel has a .54 caliber seven groove bore. The breech block is marked "U.S./L.B.C./P". Left side stock flat marked with two faint boxed script cartouches. The Robbins & Lawrence lock is dated 1850. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes Drake pattern socket bayonet, leather sling, wood tampion, tools and extra nipple

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining 25% original brown finish on the barrel with wear and handling marks. The breech and upper tang are turned to a smooth gray patina with some light flash pitting. Casehardened lock and hammer turned to a gray. Brass fittings retain an attractive bright patina. Stock is also very good with original raised grains, scattered dings and scratches, and cracks on both sides of the breech area and ahead of the lock (common on these Lindner alterations). Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is fine. A rare opportunity to own one of the rarest breech loading rifles of the Civil War!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented U.S. Springfield 1863 Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Lot #211 (Sale Order 211 of 688)

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Reportedly 273,265 Springfield Model 1863 Type I rifle-muskets were manufactured c. 1863-1864 with the screw fastened barrel bands. Springfield Model 1863 rifle-muskets are described on pages 324-327 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on page 324. These rifles are significant in the history of U.S. martial arms, as they armed Union troops and saw widespread use in the latter years of the Civil War. Solid blade front and 500 yard two-leaf rear sight. Casehardened 1863 dated "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" marked lock. Armory bright 1863 dated barrel, ramrod, and "US" marked buttplate. Blued bands, rear sight, trigger, and trigger guard. The left stock flat is marked with two circled script cartouches including "ESA" (Erskine S. Allin). "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very fine, bright polish with some scattered light freckling and dulling, 85% bright original blue finish on barrel bands and trigger guard with some patches of light pitting, and 75% plus vivid original case colors on the lock. Stock is also excellent with defined edges, some light scratches and dents, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very fine with some scattered patches of light pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Whitney Marked U.S. Springfield 1863 Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Lot #212 (Sale Order 212 of 688)

Exceptional Whitney Arms Co. Marked Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Reportedly 273,265 Springfield Model 1863 Type I rifle-muskets were manufactured c. 1863-1864 with the screw fastened barrel bands. Springfield Model 1863 rifle-muskets are described on pages 324-327 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact rifle photographed on page 325. These rifles are significant in the history of U.S. martial arms, as they armed Union troops and saw widespread use in the latter years of the Civil War. Solid blade front and 500 yard two-leaf rear sight. Casehardened 1863 dated "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" marked lock. Armory bright 1863 dated barrel, ramrod, trigger, trigger guard, and "US" marked buttplate. Blued bands and rear sight. The left stock flat is marked with circled script cartouches "TBH" and "ESA" (Erskine S. Allin), and the right of the buttstock is marked with a large eagle and shield over "WHITNEY ARMS CO". Eli Whitney Jr. reorganized his family's business in 1863 as the Whitney Arms Co. and is known to have purchased condemned and leftover parts from the U.S. armories as well as other outside contractors primarily to sell to states and militia units, with some sources stating these Model 1863 rifle-muskets with the Whitney stamp were likely assembled post-Civil War. Regardless, this example is as it would have been from Springfield. Includes a US socket bayonet, reproduction leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining all of the original Armory Bright with some scattered light freckling, 90% plus bright original blue finish on the rear sight and bands, and 95% plus vivid original case colors on the lock with a small patch of pitting on the top edge of the hammer. Stock is very fine with defined edges, scattered light scratches and dents, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very fine with some scattered patches of light pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented New Jersey Trenton U.S. 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket

Lot #213 (Sale Order 213 of 688)

Fine Documented New Jersey Marked Civil War Trenton U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

This is one of approximately 5,300 rifle-muskets contracted with the state of New Jersey by J.T. Hodge and A. M. Burton circa 1863-1864, not included as part of the reported 11,495 "Trenton" marked rifle-muskets delivered under U.S. contract during the Civil War. These New Jersey Contract Model 1861 rifle-muskets are described on pages 307-309 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III" with this exact rifle photographed on page 308. The book states, "Burt & Hodge received at least four contracts from the State of New Jersey for rifle muskets. In 1863, they contracted with the state as Trenton Arms Company, and in 1864, they contracted as the New Jersey Arms & Ordnance Company... some of which specified that the locks be marked 'Trenton.'" Features a bayonet stud front sight and flip-up 500 yard rear sight. The left of the barrel at the breech is marked "N.J." and has standard "V/P/eagle head" proofs. The lock is marked "U.S./TRENTON" ahead of the eagle and shield. "1864" dated on the tail of the lock and top of the barrel at the breech. Oval script "NJ" (State of New Jersey) cartouche marked on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet, reproduction leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine with crisp edges on the metal and mostly bright surfaces, some scattered light brown surface freckling and handling marks. Stock is very fine with raised grain and rich dark oil finish, defined edges, some minor chips on the edges of the flats, some scratches, and a nice cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Colt Special Model 1861 Contract Percussion Rifle

Lot #214 (Sale Order 214 of 688)

U.S. Colt Special Model 1861 Contract Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Approximately 75,000 of these rifle-muskets were manufactured by Colt during the Civil War loosely based on the British Pattern 1853 "Enfield" rifle-muskets, and some of the design elements were later used on the Springfield Model 1863 rifles. This "1864" dated rifle-musket (both lock plate and barrel correspond) has the standard markings and features (no "STEEL" barrel marking) including "M.N.M" inspectors mark on the breech as well as "AWM" and "L.L" cartouches on the left stock flat. Includes a leather sling and "U.S." marked socket bayonet.

Class: Antique

Fine, with some patches of smooth brown patina forming and light spotting on the lock. The stock is very fine with a handling marks and dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Documented Merrill Latrobe & Thomas Samuel Remington Carbine

Lot #215 (Sale Order 215 of 688)

Incredibly Rare and Highly Desirable Documented Merrill, Latrobe & Thomas Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine Manufactured by Samuel Remington for U.S. Trials

On July 26, 1855, the Chief of Ordnance ordered 170 of these rare breech loading percussion saddle ring carbines from the firm of James Merrill, Ferdinand C. Latrobe and Philip E. Thomas of Baltimore, Maryland, who contracted with Samuel Remington to complete the manufacturing. These carbines were purchased by the U.S. Ordnance Department and issued for field trials to the 5th Squadron of the 1st Regiment of Cavalry. It features a faucet breech mechanism with a manual rammer used to force the cartridge forward into the breech, and there is a hole in the bottom of the receiver for the sheared off end of a paper cartridge to fall out upon closing the breech. A U.S. patent (number 14,077) was granted to James H. Merrill on January 4, 1856, although he would have submitted it earlier. Merrill also had an identical British patent (number 2329) dated October 18, 1855. Flayderman's Guide (9B-079) states, "The fact that Samuel Remington was the manufacturer adds to the collector importance of this extreme rarity. Among the important mechanical features of this model was the rammer mounted in the rear section of the breech (within the stock wrist) used to push the combustible cartridge into the barrel. Another distinct detail is in the use of a Maynard primer." This exact carbine is photographed in Arms Heritage magazine volume 2, issue 5 article "Merrill, Latrobe and Thomas Carbines" by Edward Hull and Frank Harrington in which the plate 5 photograph caption states, "The contract type carbine has a .54 caliber barrel 21-3/16 long (measured down the barrel to the face of the cylinder). A ramrod is suspended below the barrel. The back action lock includes a Maynard primer mechanism. This sample is representative of the type but has a block rear sight, which may represent Col. Craig’s desire for a 'compact sight.' (George Moller collection and photo)." The other limited known surviving examples have a Sharps ladder rear sight as Colonel Craig originally requested, but he changed his mind a month later. "S. REMINGTON/ILION, NY" marked on the lock plate, "MERRILL, LATROBE & THOMAS/BALTIMORE, MD./PATENT APPLIED FOR" marked on top of the breech. Small serial number "80" marked on various components. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining a smooth brown patina overall with some patches of light pitting on the barrel and patches of mild pitting at the breech. Brass mountings retain an attractive original golden patina. Stock is also very good with some scattered scratches and dents, a crack at the left and top of the comb with two small screw repairs. Mechanically excellent. Surviving examples of Merrill, Latrobe & Thomas carbines are extremely rare, and a key piece to any early U.S. martial or Remington collection!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War 1863 Dated Napoleon 12-Pounder Model 1857 Cannon

Lot #216 (Sale Order 216 of 688)

Incredible Civil War 1863 Dated Henry N. Hooper & Co. Napoleon 12-Pounder U.S. Model 1857 Light Field Gun with Field Carriage and Caisson

Though weighing over 1,200 pounds, the 12-pounder Napoleon field guns or "gun-howitzers" were considered light artillery and were the most widely used artillery pieces of the Civil War. Approximately 1,157 of these U.S. Model 1857s were manufactured in the North on Federal contract by six different makers during the war, and Henry N. Hooper & Co. manufactured 370 of them (see page 91 of "Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War" by Hazlett). 36% of the Union artillery pieces at Gettysburg were Napoleons, and 130 Napoleons were used by the Union forces at Antietam. The Napoleon 12-pounders could fire solid shot or explosive shells nearly a mile (max range of 1,600+ yards) as well as shot for closer range engagements. They are also historically significant as the last cast bronze cannons used by the U.S. military. Post front sight and holder for a floating ladder rear sight, which is absent. The muzzle is marked "No. 207 H.N.H. Co. 1233 lbs./T.J.R. 1863" indicating this is the 207th gun made by Henry N. Hooper on contract, it weighs 1233 lbs., inspection initials of Ordnance Officer Thomas Jefferson Rodman, and dated 1863. The tube has "U.S." in ornate letters on top in between the trunnions, and marked "227" at the top edge of the right trunnion. Two cannon balls are currently wedged in the breech end of the barrel. Includes a later extensively restored carriage with a circular brass makers plaque that reads "PHELPS PARKE & CO./PITTSBURGH PA." around the date "1863", accoutrements, and caisson with wood chest and an extended pole at the front of the caisson for attaching to livestock painted "F. BANNERMAN/NEW YORK" in stencil. The copper lid of the chest contains a period paper label on the underside titled "TABLE OF FIRE. LIGHT 12-POUNDER GUN. MODEL 1857." and illustrating the different capabilities of ranges in yards with shell or shot at specified elevations.

Class: Other

Fine with attractive aged golden patina on the brass, a repaired vent hole, sharp US marking, and mostly legible muzzle markings with some period muzzle wear. Two cannon balls are currently lodged inside the breech end as noted above. Carriage and caisson are both fine with light occasional paint chips, and attractive aged patina on the copper lid and chest with a nice paper label inside. A fantastic piece of artillery that would make an excellent addition to any U.S. Martial or Civil War collection!

Officer's Sword and Scabbard Inscribed for General W.H.F. Payne

Lot #217 (Sale Order 217 of 688)

Civil War W.H. Horstmann & Son's Officer's Sword and Scabbard Inscribed for Confederate Brigadier General William H.F. Payne

This is one of three swords inscribed for Confederate generals from Virginia in this sale from the same collection. Each of these swords includes a copy of the research paper "The Payne/Hunton Family Swords of Gen. William Henry Fitzhugh Payne, CSA & Gen. Eppa Hunton, CSA" by Nancy Dearing Rossbacher, the managing editor of "North South Trader's Civil War Magazine" and "The Civil War Collector's Price Guide." The paper covers all three swords and details how they are related. William Fitzhugh Payne (1830-1904) and Eppa Hunton (1822-1908) were related through the marriage of General Hunton's son Eppa Hunton Jr. (1855-1932) to first Minerva "Erva" Winston Payne (1861-1897) and later Virginia Semmes Payne (1867-1941), both daughters of General Payne. Rossbacher notes that the swords were passed down through the family. Both men were prominent Confederate generals from Virginia and saw action during the war, with Payne in particular being wounded and captured multiple times and then returning to the fight and never relenting in his dedication to the Confederate cause and his hatred of Yankees. The three would make an excellent display in a private or public Civil War collection. This sword appears to be the second sword mentioned by Confederate Brigadier General William H. F. Payne in "Payne's Letter of December 13, 1903 to the Alumni Association of Virginia Military Institute" reprinted in "I Am a Good Ol’ Rebel: A Biography and Civil War Account of Confederate Brigadier General William H. F. Payne" by Robert Houghtalen and in the included documentation. In the letter Payne wrote, "I have another sword of another Yankee officer captured by me at the First Battle of Manassas." Unfortunately he does not give as many details as he did for the other sword he captured. The sword has the post-war inscription: "Brig. Genl. W.H. Payne./Army of Northern Virginia/4th Va. Cavalry/CSA/1861-1864." The 31 1/2 inch lightly curved blade is decorated with etched floral, patriotic, and classical martial designs and has "W.H. Horstmann/& Sons/PHILADELPHIA" on the right. The gilt brass hilt has floral patterns and a wire wrapped shagreen grip. The leather scabbard has brass fittings, and the throat piece has "HORSTMANN/&/SONS/MAKERS/PHILADA" in raid letters on a scroll. Before the Civil War, William Payne studied at the University of Missouri, Virginia Military Institute, and the University of Virginia and practiced law in Virginia. Payne had originally enlisted as a private, served as a captain in the Black Horse Cavalry under J.E.B. Stuart. In command of the Black Horse, Payne and his men were part of Stuart's operations on July 15, 1861, that tricked Union General Robert Patterson into thinking a force as large as 35,000 opposed him rather than less than 10,000. From July 18-21, the Black Horse were assigned to act as scouts and videttes along Bull Run, and they engaged the retreating Union forces on the 21st and captured sixteen pieces of artillery, even after the bridge collapsed, and helped cement the historic Confederate victory at First Manassas by running down and chasing off the routed Union troops. Captain Payne was invited to breakfast with President Jefferson Davis in response to his success. They were also assigned to be the personal scouts and bodyguards of General Joseph E. Johnston. Payne was promoted to major in the 4th Virginia Cavalry. At the Battle of Williamsburg during the Peninsula Campaign, he was captured by the Union for the first time after being left for dead on the battlefield after being shot in the face. Payne wrote,"...I was wounded - indeed reported by Gen. Stuart as killed; and his report has never been altered...I was left between the lines, and was almost drowning in my own blood. One man remained with me- Dr. Pendleton, of Louisiana, who, when he saw me fall, immediately sprang from his horse, and, being a physician, thrust his fingers into my mouth and caught the arteries that had been broken by the ball which had torn out my right upper teeth, glancing along through my tongue and passing out over the jugular veins." Payne was paroled and allow to go home to recover. He wore a rubber mask that a Union surgeon had made him to hold his jaw together and could only consume liquids. Given the serious nature of his wounds, Union officers no doubt did not expect to see him on the battlefield again, but shortly after he was exchanged, he wrote that he and another Confederate captured two videttes using a knife and a hatchet. After the affair, he fainted and fell from his horse having overtaxed himself. He was in command at Lynchburg and then returned to the 4th Virginia Cavalry as their commander. He fought in hand-to-hand combat with a Union officer at the Battle of Kell
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Documented Palmetto Armory U.S. 1842 Percussion Rifled Musket

Lot #218 (Sale Order 218 of 688)

Very Scarce and Desirable Documented Civil War South Carolina Contract Palmetto Armory Model 1842 Percussion Rifled Musket with Bayonet

William Glaze and Thomas W. Radcliff's Palmetto Armory in Columbia, South Carolina, received a state contract for 6,000 Model 1842 muskets. These were delivered in 1852 and 1853. These state contract muskets would have been among the better arms in the southern arsenals at the outbreak of the Civil War and saw extensive use throughout the war in the hands of Confederate soldiers. This musket has desirable rifled bore with three groove shallow rifling, making it an even more desirable weapon for a southern soldier during the war given the lack of sufficient rifle-muskets. Reportedly it is one of approximately 3,700 rifled under a South Carolina contract that lasted from February through August 1861. Palmetto Armory Model 1842 muskets are described on pages 212-218 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume III", with this exact musket photographed on page 212. It has a bayonet stud on the bottom near the muzzle, blade front sight on the upper barrel band, a dovetailed notch open type fixed rear sight, "SC" marked on the barrel tang and buttplate tang, "V/P/tree" proofs marked on the left side of the barrel at the breech, "W.G&CO." on the left barrel flat, "PALMETTO ARMORY/S*C" in a circle around a palm tree marked at the center of the lock, "COLUMBIA/S C. 1852" marked on the tail of the lock, brass barrel bands, iron remaining furniture, sling swivels on the middle barrel band and front of the trigger guard, and a "trumpet" head ramrod. Initials "LER" carved in the left stock flat and on the right of the buttstock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with smooth dark brown patina overall, some scattered light pitting, and sharp markings. Lightly cleaned brass fittings retain an attractive bright color. Stock is also very good with scattered scratches, dents, chips, a small crack behind the lock, and a few hairline cracks on the left of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is good with scattered mild pitting.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Whitney Pattern 1853 Enfield Type Percussion Rifle-Musket

Lot #219 (Sale Order 219 of 688)

Documented Whitney Pattern 1853 Enfield Type Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Whitney manufactured around 3,500 of these rifle-muskets around 1859-1862. At least 2,000 were purchased by Maryland and primarily captured by Confederate sympathizers during the Baltimore riots, and Georgia received between 1,225-1,700 of them before the outbreak of the Civil War. It has a bayonet stud/blade front sight, Whitney's long-range rear sight, "E. WHITNEY" marked lock, brass trigger guard bow, iron trigger guard strap, and boxed "SR" over "15" stamped on the left stock flat. Includes a leather sling and socket bayonet. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. This exact rifle-musket is pictured on pages 473 and 474 and the model is discussed on pages 472-476 in George D. Moller's "American Military Shoulder Arms, Vol. III."

Class: Antique

Very good with a brown-gray patina, some scattered patches of minor pitting and a series of dings towards the muzzle. The wood is fine with a chip at the upper tang and minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Robert Mole Birmingham Production Confederate Sword

Lot #220 (Sale Order 220 of 688)

Civil War Robert Mole Birmingham Production Confederate Sword

Primarily imported by George Tennant of South Carolina, swords manufactured by Robert Mole of Birmingham were brought into the Confederate States for use by both the Army and Navy. The chief feature separating the Confederate arms from Mole's English Government contract blades the brass guard fitted on the Confederate model. Measuring 36 inches overall, with a gently curved 30 1/2 inch single fuller blade, stamped "MOLE" on the square-backed spine. The stamping is repeated on the single branch brass guard, with a rounded pommel and steel backed checkered leather grips.

Class: Other

Good, showing a mixed gray patina on the blade, along with a number of edge dings and some minor pitting. The guard shows signs of heavy use to match the blade dings, with dents, some upward bending of the cross guard, and a few minor cracks. The grip is fair with some wear and material loss. A scarce Confederate sword.

Engraved Gold Banded N. Whitmore Marked Percussion Rifle

Lot #221 (Sale Order 221 of 688)

Finely Engraved Gold Banded N. Whitmore Marked Heavy Barrel Back Action Percussion Rifle with Silver Inlaid Stock

Nathaniel and his son N.G. Whitmore were gunmakers in Mansfield, Massachusetts, (located between Boston and Providence, R.I.) and manufactured a rifle presented to President Grant from citizens of Providence (in Smithsonian Museum). The younger Whitmore later worked for Sharps and Remington. The barrel has dovetailed blade and notch sights, serrated rings at the muzzle and transition point, "N. WHITMORE CAST STEEL" on the upper right flat next to the rear sight, scroll engraving at the breech, and an engraved and gold banded breech plug. It is equipped with adjustable double set triggers. The upper tang, lock, and German silver furniture are also engraved. The right side of the smooth stock has a silver patriotic spread wing bald eagle with a banner in its beak, and the left side has a large hunter star and scrollwork inlay on the cheekpiece and a silver turkey.

Class: Antique

Very good plus with mostly gray patina on the iron, some light pitting and oxidation, aged patinas on the silver and German silver, generally crisp engraving and markings, and mild overall wear including some dings and scratches. The stock has a very discreet repair along the top edge of the forend on the right, some minor nicks and flakes at the edges, minor pressure marks and scratches, and some figure in the butt. Mechanically fine.

J. Wurfflein Full-Stock "Turner" Percussion Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #222 (Sale Order 222 of 688)

Highly Desirable Documented John Wurfflein Full-Stock "Turner" Percussion Rifle with Eagle Hilt Bayonet

This rifle is pictured and discussed on pages 448-449 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume III: Flintlock Alterations and Muzzleloading Percussion Shoulder Arms, 1840-1865" where it is listed as a ".42 caliber full stock Turner rifle made by John Wurfflein of Philadelphia..." Moller's "GDM" collection mark is by the toe plate. The Turner rifles are associated with the Turnverein aka Turner clubs created by German immigrants in the late 1840s and 1850s. Many of the German-Americans who formed and joined these clubs had participated in the failed 1848 revolutions in Europe which led to suppression of the movement within Germany, and, though they maintained strong ties to their German heritage, many Turners became fiercely patriotic Americans and fought for the Union during the Civil War. Gunmaker John Wurfflein himself was German immigrants who came over to the States in 1844 and was one of the founders of the Philadelphia Schuetzen club (Schuetzenverein). These shooting clubs were also key fixtures of German-American society. This rifle has sporting style blade and adjustable notch rear sights, a bayonet bar on the right side for the included saber bayonet which has a brass eagle hilt and a scabbard, "JOHN WURFFLEIN PHILADA" on top ahead of the breech, "J. WURFFLEIN PHILADA" on the lock, "26" on many of the components, adjustable double set triggers, German silver furniture, and a nearly full-length walnut stock with checkered wrist and shadowline cheekpiece. The brass ramrod has a threaded on brass ball tip, and a later leather sling is fitted on the sling swivels on the upper barrel band and front of the trigger guard bow.

Class: Antique

Very good with mottled gray and brown patina and mild pitting on the barrel, cracked upper tang, mild tool marks, cold blue on the hammer and breech plug, gray and brown patina on the lock, and light aged patina on the furniture. The re-oiled stock is fine and has worn checkering, some chips and slivers absent at the edges, a thin tension crack on the left flat, and mild marks and scratches. Mechanically fine. The bayonet is good and has aged patina on the hilt, gray patina and moderate pitting and edge wear on the blade, and heavy wear on the scabbard.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Phoenix 1855 Griffen 6-Pounder Cannon with Carriage

Lot #223 (Sale Order 223 of 688)

Rare Documented Civil War Era 1861 Dated Phoenix Iron Co. Model 1855 Griffen 6-Pounder Wrought-Iron Cannon with Carriage

This is a rare example of a Civil War era 1861 dated Phoenix Iron Co. wrought-iron 6-pounder field gun, and one of approximately 18 manufactured in total with 13 reported surviving examples. The trunnions are marked "PATENTED/DEC. 25, 1855" (right) and "PHOENIX/1861/1030 Lbs" (left). The patent date is in reference to "Improved Manufacture of Wrought-Iron Cannon" patent number 13,984 by inventor James Griffen of Safe Harbor, Pennsylvania. Griffen’s method of manufacture used wrought iron rods bundled and heat-welded together before drilling out the bore. Griffen guns are described on pages 46-47 of the book “Field Artillery Weapons of the Civil War” by James Hazlett, Edwin Olmstead, and M. Hume Parks, with this exact example photographed at the top of page 47. Pages 259-260 of the aforementioned book has a list of other observed surviving examples, with most residing within national historic sites/military parks. The consignor states this example is serial number 13. The serial number should be located on the base of the breech to the right of the knob, but is not currently visible underneath the thick layer of applied paint. Includes carriage.

Class: Other

Very good with layers of applied paint, areas of mild corrosion, numerous scattered paint chips, and a sturdy carriage.

U.S. Civil War Lindner's Patent Breech Loading Carbine

Lot #224 (Sale Order 224 of 688)

Rare and Exceptional U.S. Civil War Lindner's Patent Second Type Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Designed and made by Edward Lindner of Manchester, New Hampshire. Amoskeag received an order from the Ordnance Department for 6,000 Lindner carbines in April of 1863 and had them completed one year later, although delivery was refused which led to a lawsuit in which Amoskeag lost and the carbines are believed sold c. 1870 overseas during the Franco-Prussian War, with this example appearing to have escaped that fate. Fixed blade front sight and two-leaf folding rear sight mounted behind the breechblock, which is correctly marked on top "EDWARD LINDNER'S/PATENT/MARCH 29, 1859". The lock, trigger guard, buttplate, and the stock all resemble the patterns found on the Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket then in production by Amoskeag. The left side of the buttstock is stamped with "29" above a crossed out "30". "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining bright surfaces overall with sharp edges and sharp markings on the lock and breech. Stock is very fine with some light handling marks and dents. Mechanically excellent. This is an exceptional example of a hard to find Second Type Lindner Carbine that appears to have seen little if any use at all.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Carbine/Union Rifle

Lot #225 (Sale Order 225 of 688)

Very Fine Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Breech Loading Percussion Carbine/Union Rifle

Gwyn & Campbell manufactured around 8,200 of Type I and Type II carbines in 1863 and 1864 in the same factory where they had previously manufactured carbines under the Cosmopolitan Arms Co. name. They are essentially updated version of the Cosmopolitan carbines and were issued to a variety of Midwestern units during the Civil War. This one has the standard Type II markings and features. Matching serial numbers are visible on the bottom of the barrel, frame, and breechblock. Boxed script "WHR" cartouche on the left of the wrist, and small "WHR" inspector initials on the top rear of the stock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very fine overall with 85% original blue finish showing some light flaking primarily on top of the breech block, 80% plus of the lightly fading original case colors, and some light handling marks. Stock is very fine plus with a 5 inch scratch on the left side, attractive raised grain, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War U.S. Contract Gibbs Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Lot #226 (Sale Order 226 of 688)

Scarce and Exceptional Civil War U.S. Contract Gibbs Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

The Gibbs carbine is one of the scarcest and best designed carbines used by Union forces. Only 1,052 Gibbs carbines were manufactured by William F. Brooks of New York City at the Phoenix Armory and delivered to the U.S. government in 1863 due to the factory being burned down during the New York Draft Riots in that same year. Around 500 of these were issued to the 10th Missouri Cavalry and smaller quantities were issued to the 13th and 14th New York Cavalry. The left rear of the stock is marked with two boxed script inspector's cartouches. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 60% original blue finish on the barrel and mottled brown patina overall. Stock is very fine with defined edges, some light handling marks and dents, and nice cartouches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War James Warner Breech Loading Carbine

Lot #227 (Sale Order 227 of 688)

Scarce Civil War James Warner Breech Loading Carbine

This carbine is marked "JAMES WARNER, SPRINGFIELD, MASS./WARNER'S/PATENT" on the left side of the brass frame. Only 1,501 of these carbines are believed to have been manufactured by Warner in 1864. These initial carbines saw some use by Wisconsin units and others during the last part of the war. Another 2,500 were produced by Greene Rifle Works. After the Civil War, the Warner carbines were sold as surplus and then Schuyler, Hartley & Graham resold them to France in 1870. This carbine has a round blade front sight, folding leaf rear sight with "3", "5", and "8" markings on the leaf (300-800 yards), "C.S.L." (Charles S. Lowell) inspection mark on the left of the breech, a smooth walnut forearm, manual extractor, a straight wrist walnut buttstock, a saddle ring on the left side of the action, "L" on the bottom of the frame and buttplate tang, "1466" on the bottom of the barrel, front of the frame, and buttplate, and "7" assembly number on the frame and breechblock. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials on the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good with some patches of light pitting, scattered dents on left forward frame, attractive natural aged patina on the brass, and moderate overall wear. The wood is good, with a crack visible along the left side of the wrist, chips around the upper tang, a small crack behind the upper tang, and mild scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine, with an absent firing pin tip.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Dwight, Chapin & Company Ballards Patent Civil War Carbine

Lot #228 (Sale Order 228 of 688)

Dwight, Chapin & Company Ballards Patent Civil War Carbine

After Dwight, Chapin & Co. went into bankruptcy, the leftover parts and guns on hand were acquired by Merwin & Bray who sent them to Ball & Williams to complete; approximately 1,000 carbines were assembled and sold to the state of Kentucky in April of 1864. The right side has the standard Ballard patent marking, and the left has the Merwin & Bray marking. Features include a blade front sight, notch and folding leaf rear sight, and manual extractor. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion and a period leather sling.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining 20% original blue finish concentrated at the breech end of barrel and near the edges of the forend, with scattered mild spotting. Wood is good with some scattered dents, chips, and scratches, and a crack visible on the left at the wrist. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Merrill First Model Percussion Carbine

Lot #229 (Sale Order 229 of 688)

Civil War Merrill First Model Percussion Carbine

Total production of type I and II Merrill carbines by James H. Merrill of Baltimore, Maryland, was just under 14,500, and nearly all were issued to Union cavalry units including several from New York and Pennsylvania. Merrill was in Washington, D.C. in 1816 and initially worked with his brother William as a gunsmith in Baltimore in the 1840s. His first breech loading design was patented in 1856. Features include a brass patch box and furniture, blade front and notch rear sight with two folding leaves marked for 300 and 500 yards, a sling bar and ring attached to the brass side plate on the left stock flat, matching serial numbers on the tail of the lock and lever. Boxed script "GDS" (Grandville D. Shattuck) cartouche on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good, gray patina overall with some light pitting, and brass retains attractive bright surfaces. Wood is fine as re-oiled with a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Era Ball & Williams Ballard Carbine

Lot #230 (Sale Order 230 of 688)

Civil War Era Ball & Williams Ballard Carbine

Around 6,600 Ballard carbines were manufactured by Ball & Williams during the Civil War. All are believed to have been manufactured to fill contracts with various Union states, primarily Kentucky. They also received federal contracts later in the war. This example has a blade front sight, standard notch and folding leaf rear sight, Ball & Williams and Merwin & Bray markings on the barrel flats, and sling swivels on the barrel band and butt. Includes reproduction leather sling and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining a smooth brown patina overall with 30% of the original blue finish on the barrel and rear edges of the frame, and a few patches of very light pitting. Wood is fine with some light dents and scratches, and some chips on the right rear and at the top edges of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Spencer Model 1860 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #231 (Sale Order 231 of 688)

Civil War Spencer Model 1860 Saddle Ring Carbine

Manufactured from 1863-1865 with a total production of about 50,000, the Spencer was one of the most widely used and popular Civil War firearms. Fixed blade front sight and folding rear sight graduated to 800 yards. Combination trigger guard and lever operates the unique Spencer action, extracting the spent casing on the down stroke and chambering a fresh round from the tube magazine in the buttstock on the upstroke. The top of the receiver is marked "SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO. BOSTON, MASS./PAT'D MARCH 6, 1860". There is a small "S" on the left rear of the barrel, "R" on the left rear of the receiver and "M" on the lever and breechblock components. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a saddle ring and bar mounted on the left wrist, two boxed script cartouches, sling swivel and an iron buttplate. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining 20% thinning original blue finish on the barrel, and 30% original case colors on the frame and lever with scattered mild spotting. Wood is very fine with some light handling marks, and clear cartouches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War Phoenix Iron Company U.S. 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle

Lot #232 (Sale Order 232 of 688)

1862 Dated Civil War Phoenix Iron Company U.S. 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle with Carriage

This model, invented by John Griffen, was reported to be very accurate under a mile. Many of the roughly 350 3-Inch Ordnance Rifles extant lie within national historic sites/military parks. These were the second most common rifled field artillery pieces during the Civil War, and only one burst in action. This cannon was manufactured by the Phoenix Iron Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, just northwest of Philadelphia and inspected in 1861 by Union inspector Theodore Thaddeus Sobieski Laidley. The company produced most (around 1,000) of the 3-Inch Ordnance Rifles. These early rifles were made using John Griffen’s method which used wrought iron rods bundled and then heat-welded together before drilling out the bore. "T.T.S.L. No. 368 P.I. Co. 1862/816 lbs" marked on the muzzle, and "US" on top between the trunnions. Features seven-groove rifling and a pinched blade front sight. Includes a reproduction carriage by Historical Ordnance Works and accouterments.

Class: Other

Fine as professionally restored by Historical Ordnance Works with applied black paint, some light pitting overall, and crisp markings as well as showing signs of authentic period field use such as worn vent and good rifling. Carriage is very fine and sturdy overall.

Cased William Craig Pittsburgh Percussion Target Rifle & Scope

Lot #233 (Sale Order 233 of 688)

Historic Documented Civil War Union Sharpshooter's Cased William Craig, Pittsburgh Percussion Target Rifle with Morgan James Scope, False Muzzle, Accessories, Powder Horn and Diaries of R.J. May of Company D of the 2nd Bucktail Regiment and the Sharpshooter Battalion

Many mid-19th century percussion target rifles are often believed to have been used by sharpshooters during the American Civil War, but relatively few have been identified as actually purchased and used by a genuine member of a sharpshooter unit during the war. This rifle has just that, and it has far more than an attribution: the actual diaries of the sharpshooter that owned and used this rifle during the Civil War are included, and these diaries include direct references to the purchase and use of his "Telescope rifle." Both the original historic three volumes and the modern transcription "The Civil War Diaries of a Union Soldier: Private Robert John May, Pittsburgh, Pa." accompany this historic rifle. The transcription includes the likeness of the rifle and the powder horn on the main title page and on the title page for each diary volume. Also included is an envelope of letters from and to May during the war discussing events (mainly letters written by him to his brother), a handwritten roster for Company D, and express receipts. Writing on January 3, 1863, he notes he had given Lincoln's "paw a wag" while stationed in D.C. and felt sorry for the president. One of the letters from the end of the war discusses the rumor of Jefferson Davis wearing petticoats. The rifle's case is also marked "R.J. MAY." on the lid, and the powder horn is inscribed "R.J. May" on the base plug and is also discussed in the diaries. Together, this creates an incredible documented set that would be a historically significant addition to any institutional or private collection of Civil War arms. Union sharpshooter Private Robert John May (1830-1896) served in Company D of the famous 149th Pennsylvania, the 2nd Bucktail Regiment. The unit's service is covered in detail in "General History of Company D, 149th Pennsylvania Volunteers and Personal Sketches of the Members" compiled by John W. Nesbit (copy included) which includes an entry for May stating he "enlisted August 22nd, 1862, and served with the company until the Sharpshooter's Battalion was organized, when he was transferred to that service and served there until the close of the war. Private May was an excellent soldier, intelligent and conscientious. He served the entire term without wounds or sickness, taking part in every battle, skirmish or march in which the Regiment was engaged. He was born December 25th, 1830, in Allegheny City, Pa." It notes he worked in the foundry and machine business with his brother and moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where he worked as the superintendent of the Kingsland & Ferguson Foundry and Machine Co. and also worked at the government arsenal there until April of 1861 when he moved to Pittsburgh where he operated a foundry and machine business at Elizabeth and later Keesport. He remained in that line of business until his death on April 10, 1896. He mustered out at Elmira, New York, in June 1865 as discussed in one of the included letters. Page 49 of the book discussed May's move to the Corps Sharpshooter Battalion and states: "The sharpshooters were known throughout the Corps for their daring and effective work." The men of the Bucktails wore bucktails on their hats as symbols of their superior marksmanship and were talented skirmishers and sharpshooters. They fought in the 1st Army Corps in 1863 to spring of 1864 and then the 5th Army Corps until the end of the war and saw action Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, North Anna, Totopotomoy Creek, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, Globe Tavern, Hatcher's Run, and Five Forks. They lost 4 officers and 160 enlisted men killed and mortally wounded and an additional 172 enlisted men from disease. Three monuments to the 149th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment are on the hollowed grounds of the Gettysburg battlefield, including a monument to Company D southwest of Gettysburg at the north end of West Confederate Avenue at Middle Street that was erected in 1886. In the included diaries, May wrote about his experiences, including at Gettysburg. July 2, 1863: "It is likely the fight today will be a decisive one...there has been a terrific cannonading today...Our corps was held in reserve until near dark when the enemy became more furious in our front and on the left when we were thrown to the second line from the front. -We drove the Rebs beautifully - our Brigade were sent out (what was left of it) on Picket and remained - our Div. was cut to pieces yesterday - I might say the corps -Our Brigade wont' make a Reg't - our Reg't went in with about 400 & have a little over 100 - It is said today witness
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Schuyler, Hartley and Graham Presentation Sword

Lot #234 (Sale Order 234 of 688)

Spectacular Schuyler, Hartley and Graham Deluxe Presentation Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword with Silver Grip

Deluxe Civil War presentation Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword with W. Clauberg blade. The scabbard is inscribed "Presented to/CAPT./J. COSTINE/BY the/Wolf Tone/Guards". The sword has a regulation 31 1/2-inch nickel plated blade. The blade is decorated with an acid etched spread eagle clutching a ribbon inscribed "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and floral sprays on the obverse and "U.S." surrounded by floral sprays on the reverse. The back of the blade is etched "IRON PROOF". The reverse ricasso is stamped with the W. Clauberg trademark. The sword has no retailer's markings but is similar to mid-grade presentation swords sold by Schuyler, Hartley and Graham and assembled with Clauberg blades and components. The non-regulation hilt has a fancy gold-plated three-branch knuckle guard with "U.S." entwined with floral decorations, fancy gold-plated pommel and fluted silver grip with cast leaf decorations. The nickel-plated scabbard has pieced cast-brass gold-plated mountings. The upper carrying ring mount features a highly detailed relief-cast Roman soldier with oval gorgoneion shield. The lower carrying ring mount has a stand of military flags and trophies surrounded by pierced scrollwork. The pierced drag is engraved with floral designs. While multiple militia units were known as the Wolf (or Wolfe) Tone Guards, named for Irish rebel and politician Theobald Wolfe Tone, notes from a previous owner attribute this sword to Company G of the Nineth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, aka The Fighting Ninth. Staffed mainly with Irish-Americans, the Ninth was a components of V Corps, Army of the Potomac, suffered heavy casualties at the Battles of Gaines Mill and Malvern Hill, participated in the Battles of Frederickburg and Chancellorsville, held the Big Round Top at Gettysburg , and fought in the Battle of The Wilderness and around Cold Harbor before mustering out on 24 June 1864.

Class: Other

Very fine. The hilt and scabbard mountings retain approximately 80% of the original gold-plated finish. The blade has nearly 90% of the nickel-plated finish with traces of flaking between the hilt and the central etchings. The nickel-plating on the scabbard has tarnished and shows traces of flaking. The highly detailed pieced scabbard mountings are very good. The inscription on the scabbard is crisp. The drag is missing the retaining screw, and there is a shallow dent in the lower portion of the scabbard. This is a very good example of a deluxe mid-grade W. Clauberg Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword with presentation inscription.

Inscribed Cannon Cane Colonel James West Civil War Veteran

Lot #235 (Sale Order 235 of 688)

Inscribed Cane with Cast Brass Cannon Handle Attributed to Colonel James West, Philadelphia City Troop Civil War Veteran

Cane with a miniature brass cannon handle that measures 4 1/8 inches long from the muzzle to the end of the knob and has an open vent with small bore measuring at .20 inches. "Col. James. West." inscribed in script around the base of the cannon handle with roped borders. A June 26th, 1915 dated newspaper obituary lists a Civil War veteran Colonel James West of Philadelphia who passed away at age 76, which would put his birth date in the year 1839. He originally enlisted in the Philadelphia City Troop in 1861 and saw service throughout the entire war, including the Battle of Fort Pulaski and the Battle of Gettysburg. Shaft made of walnut. 1 3/8 inch German silver ferrule at the base. 34 3/4 inch total length.

Class: Other

Fine overall, attractive golden aged patina visible on the brass cannon handle, crisp inscription, and some light scratches and handling marks on the fine wood shaft.

Civil War Lee Fire Arms Co. Single Shot Carbine

Lot #236 (Sale Order 236 of 688)

Rare Civil War Lee Fire Arms Co. Single Shot Carbine

These carbines were designed by James Paris Lee and manufactured by the Lee Fire Arms Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Though Lee is most famous for his bolt action and magazine design, the first production arms manufactured based on Lee's designs were these single shot carbines. The barrels were subcontracted to Remington, but an error in communication and/or the U.S. Ordnance Department's desire to not pay for the arms after the conclusion of the war led to the government rejecting the whole batch of carbines due to the carbines being bored out to .42 caliber like the trials arms instead of the .44 caliber mentioned in communications from Chief of Ordnance Brigadier General A.B. Dyer. Only 255 carbines and an unknown number of sporting rifles were completed by November 1866, and 202 others were nearly complete. Other components were also outsourced, but they were assembled in Milwaukee. A very detailed history of these firearms is laid out in the article "James Lee, Wisconsin Arms Inventor, 1860-1874" by Herb Uphoff available through the American Society of Arms Collectors. It has a "pinched" blade front sight, two leaf 500 yard rear sight, "LEE'S FIRE ARMS CO. MILWAUKEE, WIS/PATD JULY 22D 1862." on the left side of the barrel, a saddle ring bar and ring on the left side of the action, matching serial numbers on the barrel and action, and smooth buttstock. With the hammer at half cock, the side swing barrel opens for loading from the right. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Good with smooth brown patina overall, scattered minor marks and scratches, and some faint pitting. Stock is lightly sanded and re-oiled with scattered light circular scratches, and a light chip at the toe. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Civil War U.S. Massachusetts Arms Co. Second Maynard Carbine

Lot #237 (Sale Order 237 of 688)

Exceptionally Fine Civil War Era U.S. Massachusetts Arms Co. Second Model Maynard Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

The two models of Maynard carbines were easily among the best firearms available during the Civil War and were used and well regarded by both sides. 20,202 Second Models were manufactured c. 1863-65, with this example dated 1865 on the lower tang. Some were delivered late in the war and were issued and used by the 6th, 9th, and 11th Indiana Cavalry and the 10th and 11th East Tennessee Union Cavalry. Standard markings and features with "SWP" and "JM" cartouches on the left side of the wrist.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 95% plus original blue finish with some light spotting on the hammer and buttplate, and 85% vivid original case colors on the frame. Stock is very fine as re-oiled with some areas of lighter finish, some light dents, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. An absolutely stunning Civil War Era Second Model Maynard carbine that appears to have seen little if any use at all!

Civil War U.S. Contract Gibbs Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

Lot #238 (Sale Order 238 of 688)

Scarce Civil War U.S. Contract Gibbs Breech Loading Percussion Carbine

The Gibbs carbine is one of the scarcest and best designed carbines used by Union forces. Only 1,052 Gibbs carbines were manufactured by William F. Brooks of New York City at the Phoenix Armory and delivered to the U.S. government in 1863 due to the factory being burned down during the New York Draft Riots in that same year. Around 500 of these were issued to the 10th Missouri Cavalry and smaller quantities were issued to the 13th and 14th New York Cavalry.

Class: Antique

Very good plus as turned to a mottled brown patina overall with some moderate flash pitting visible at the breech. Stock is fine with some light dents and scratches, some cracks around the upper tang, and a crack at the upper right of the buttplate. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Contract Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot #239 (Sale Order 239 of 688)

Fine U.S. Contract Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Saddle Ring Carbine

23,000 of these Model 1865 carbines are estimated to have been manufactured in 1865 and 1866. This carbine does not have a Stabler cut-off and has the other standard manufacturer markings and features, including two cartouches on the left side of the stock and an inspector's stamp ahead of the buttplate tang. Many of these late Spencer carbines were used into the late 19th century Indian Wars. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Fine, retains 70% original blue finish with some scattered mild spotting, and 60% plus original case colors with some very light pitting. The wood is very fine with some light dings and scratches, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Armory Krag-Jorgensen Model 1898 Rifle

Lot #240 (Sale Order 240 of 688)

Very Scarce U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1898 Krag-Jorgensen .22 Gallery Practice Bolt Action Rifle

This is an exceptional example of one of only 841 total Model 1898 Krag .22 caliber Gallery Practice rifles manufactured by Springfield Armory c. 1906-1907. The rifle has the distinctive altered receiver side, .22 caliber barrel, and chamber with an auxiliary extractor that is pulled out by the normal bolt extractor and snaps back when the bolt is fully opened. The receiver is marked with the standard "U.S./MODEL 1898. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY, 476971" and "CAL./.22" added at the rear, which was added only to these Gallery Practice rifles. The left side of the stock wrist is marked with a fancy boxed script cartouche without a date, which is only seen on these factory gallery practice rifles. Marked behind the lower tang with a small "21". The rifle is fitted with a blade front and 1901 tangent rear sight graduated to 2,000 yards and marked 1, 2, 3, B and 4 on the left side of the base. The rifle is mounted with a full one piece straight grip stock and handguard, with bayonet lug and stacking swivel on the front band, sling swivels, and a flat steel buttplate with compartment containing oiler. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a Rock Island Arsenal leather sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retains 70% plus of the original blue and oil-quenched casehardened finish with some light wear at the edges and a few patches of light spotting. The stock is also very fine with crisp grasping grooves, a crisp cartouche, some light handling marks, and scattered minor scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Spanish-American War Colt 1895 Gatling with Carriage and Caisson

Lot #241 (Sale Order 241 of 688)

Rare and Historic Spanish-American War Era Colt U.S. Model 1895 Gatling Gun with Iron Carriage and Caisson

This desirable Model 1895 Gatling Gun is mounted on an iron carriage, features a ten-barrel cluster, and is still chambered in it's original rimmed .30 Army (.30-40 Krag) caliber, with the majority of these rechambered for use with the later rimless .30-06. The top of the brass breech cover is hand engraved "GATLING GUN PATENTED/Manufactured by/Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co./HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A." and "No 1028/Cal. 30/T.C.D./D.M.T." A forerunner to the modern machine gun, the Gatling gun platform was first used in combat in the American Civil War, but would not be officially adopted by the U.S. Army until 1866. Four ten-barrel Colt Model 1895 Gatling guns like this example were issued under Lt. John H. Parker's Gatling Gun Detachment of the 5th Army Corps and saw extensive combat, playing a significant role in Cuba during the Battle of San Juan Hill (July 1, 1898) through the Siege of Santiago (July 3, 1898-July 17, 1898) during the Spanish-American War. In the included book, "The Gatlings at Santiago," John Parker himself states on pages 259-260, "I was placed in charge of four guns, model 1895, cal. 30, and at once began the instruction of the detachment… On June 6th, I took my men and guns aboard the transport Cherokee… On June 25th I received verbal instruction from Gen. Shafter to disembark at once [for Cuba], select the necessary number of mules (two per gun), and get to the front as soon as possible…" On page 269 Parker states, "The efficiency of the work of my guns was attested to me by numerous Spanish officers and prisoners. Their favorite expression was: 'It was terrible when your guns opened, always. They went b-r-r-r-r, like a lawn mower cutting the grass over our trenches. We could not stick a finger up when you fired without getting it cut off-so!'" Pages 6-7 quotes Theodore Roosevelt, "If a troop of my regiment was sent off to guard some road or some break in the lines, we were almost certain to get Parker to send a Gatling along, and, whether the change was made by day or by night, the Gatling went... certainly, if I were to command either a regiment or a brigade, whether of cavalry or infantry, I would try to get a Gatling battery-under a good man-with me. I feel sure that the greatest possible assistance would be rendered, under almost all circumstances, by such a Gatling battery, if well handled; for I believe that it could be pushed fairly to the front of the firing-line. At any rate, this is the way that Lieut. Parker used his battery when he went into action at San Juan, and when he kept it in the trenches beside the Rough Riders before Santiago." This Model 1895 example is a very worthy contender to have been one of the actual four in use by Parker's Gatling Gun Detachment, with no currently identified serial numbers of which ones participated. Features a notch front sight mounted on the right ahead of an adjustable V-notch rear sight. The right side of the cartridge hopper is engraved with an arrow pointing forward. This Model 1895 utilizes a Bruce feed system and comes with one magazine. It still retains some it's correct period olive drab green paint (an original feature of the Model 1895 Gatling!) underneath the breech casing and in protected areas underneath the cartridge hopper. Matching number "10" is marked on the front top flat of the frame, behind the front barrel retainer on top of all the barrels, front and rear barrel retainers, on the outside and inside of the cartridge hopper, ejector, top rear of all the bolts, underneath the breech casing, on the left rear surface of the breech cover, on the crank locking piece, and on the bolt plug. The black painted barrels are marked at the breech with numbers "1" through "10", "R.A.C." (Rinaldo A. Carr) inspection initials, and "V/P/eagle head" proofs. The bolts are also numbered "1" through "10" on the top front. Includes a separate caisson on Archibald wheels designed to carry extra ammunition. The caisson attaches to the yoke of the carriage by means of the towing hook. Also includes a resin portrait of Theodore Roosevelt titled "The Rough Rider" (14.5"x17.5"), empty shell casings, and reloading dies. The Gatling Gun revolutionized warfare, and with Gatling's engineering invention changed the way wars were fought forever; with the successful use of Model 1895s like this example solidifying the Gatling gun's legacy.

Class: Antique

Fine, attractive bright patina, areas of its olive drab green paint visible as noted above, scattered light to moderate pitting on the iron components, and crisp markings. Mechanically excellent. Carriage and caisson are both also fine with some light paint chips, and sturdy overall. This is a solid representative example of a Spanish-American War era Colt U.S. Model 1895 Gatling g
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U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

Lot #242 (Sale Order 242 of 688)

Desirable Spanish-American War Era U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

These carbines were used throughout the Spanish-American War and later in the Philippine Insurrection, most famously by future President Theodore Roosevelt's 1st Volunteer Cavalry "Rough Riders". Fixed blade front sight fitted with "C" marked detachable sight hood and 2,000 yard "C" marked ladder rear sight. The oil-quenched casehardened receiver is marked "1896.", "U.S./SPRINGFIELD ARMORY." and serial number "32981" on the left side. Correct high hump barrel band to protect the rear sight from bumping into the saddle boot, a short saddle ring on the left side followed by a partial boxed script "JSA/1896" cartouche with angled corners, a faint circled script "P" behind the trigger guard, and a flat buttplate with a trapdoor cleaning rod compartment containing a three-piece cleaning rod. "1ST U.S.V.C. SANTIAGO CUBA. 1898" stamped on the underbelly of the stock (there is currently no serial number hit to positively verify this carbine as having been issued to the 1st Volunteers), an "N" carved ahead of the trigger guard, "CAC" punch dotted into the left of the buttstock, a "C" carved in the right of the buttstock, and three tick marks carved in the top of the comb. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining 30% original blue finish on the barrel and band with some light wear, and the buttplate turned to a mottled gray/brown patina. 20% oil-quenched casehardened finish with some scattered light freckling and smooth gray patina on the balance. Stock is also very good with crisp grasping grooves, a crack at the rear of the handguard, scattered scratches, carvings, and light chips at the toe. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Rough Rider US Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #243 (Sale Order 243 of 688)

Historic Documented U.S. Colt Single Action Artillery Model Revolver Issued to Pvt. Horton A. Bennett of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, Theodore Roosevelt's Famous "The Rough Riders," with Factory and Kopec Letters and Case

The Rough Riders, officially the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, are the most famous of all U.S. units from the Spanish-American War and are particularly well-known for being led by future president Theodore Roosevelt during their charge up Kettle Hill during the Battle of San Juan Hill. The letter from John Kopec and included National Archives letter indicates this revolver is recorded as issued to the "1st U.S.V. Cavalry" on June 20, 1898 and then issued to Private Horton A. Bennett of Tularosa, New Mexico Territory. Bennett transferred from Troop H to Troop I of the Rough Riders on May 12, 1898. He was a 27 year old cowboy born in Jack County, Texas. He mustered out at Camp Wikoff on Long Island on July 31, 1898. Bennet was also issued a Krag carbine (sn 27044) that was later sold out of the Raritan Arsenal in 1922. Copies of his muster rolls are included. This revolver was originally manufactured in 1874 and is identified in the included factory letter using the frame serial number as one of 400 refurbished by Colt and delivered to the inspector at the factory on January 31, 1896. It was converted from a "Cavalry Model" to an "Artillery Model" at that time by fitting a 5 1/2 inch barrel in place of the original 7 1/2 inch barrel. While most of the revolvers refurbished by Colt retained matching serial numbers, like most of the converted revolvers, the serial numbers are mixed on this revolver. Kopec theorized the revolver may have been refurbished a second time following its use by the Rough Riders, possibly at the Manila Arsenal which would explain the mixed numbers and possibly the blued finish on the frame. He suspected the barrel was replaced again at a later date. It has a partial serial number starting with "1" and probably ending in "3" or "8." No address is visible on top, and a "P" is on the bottom. Kopec believes this barrel came of another 1896 Colt refurbished revolver. The frame is numbered "4238" and has the two-line patent marking and "U.S." on the left side. The trigger guard is also from an 1874 manufactured Cavalry Model and has "4041" and a small "A" sub-inspection mark from Ainsworth. Kopec indicates the nearest revolver in the National Archive records was issued to Company C of the 8th Cavalry. The cylinder appears to have the partial serial number "377" or "877" and a "P" proof. Kopec noted the small locking notches suggest it was probably off an 1873 or 1874 production Cavalry revolver. The back strap has no visible markings. The hammer is from c. 1906-1910. The grip has "1901" on the left and Rinaldo A. Carr and Odus C. Horney cartouches. The custom display case has a H.W. Sakschek collection seal and display label noting the use by Bennet inside the lid, a "U.S." marked compass, U.S. medal, key hanging from a chain on a Theodore Roosevelt medallion, cartridge block with six cartridges, and an L-shaped screwdriver.

Class: Antique

Good. The barrel has traces of nickel plating and blue finish. The frame retains 90% of the period refinished blue. 25% of the similar blue remains on the front strap around the trigger guard, and there are some traces in sheltered areas of the cylinder and back strap. The balance has mostly smooth gray and brown patina. There are some patches of minor pitting. The hammer and some of the bolt screw are later replacements. The undersized grip is also good and has moderate scrapes and dings, a faint but visible cartouche, some chips at the corners, and a dark oiled finish. Mechanically fine. This is great chance to get your hands on an identified Colt Single Action Army used by one of Roosevelt's Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War!

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

U.S. Model 1902 Krag Bolo Bayonet with Scabbard

Lot #244 (Sale Order 244 of 688)

Extremely Rare U.S. Model 1902 Krag Bolo Bayonet with Scabbard

Developed in the early 20th century, the 1902 Bolo Bayonet was one of the U.S. Army's attempts at a hybrid weapon that could reduce the loadout an individual soldier had to carry into the field. Intended for use in jungle environments, the bolo could serve as both a bayonet and a brush clearing tool, as well as being able to serve as an entrenching tool in a pinch. Noted as making the Krag front-heavy when mounted, the 1902 was generally found to be both a good brush knife and a functional bayonet. While generally more liked than prior hybrid weapons, development was halted with the introduction of the 1903 Springfield, with its ill-fated integral rod bayonet; while interest was expressed in keeping the 1902 Bolo as a dedicated brush knife, the Army opted to retire it in favor of then-issued standard machetes. 14 5/8 inches overall, with a 10 inch blade dated "1902" on the left ricasso and marked "US" on the right. Standard Krag style bayonet hilt, with bright hardware and smooth grip panels. With a blued steel sheath with a ball tip and 100 degree swiveling steel belt loop.

Class: Other

Fine overall. The blade has been lightly polished, with scattered shallow pitting concentrated on the left side of the blade, minor spotting, and some rounding of the tip. The hilt shows patches of brown patina and minor spotting, with some light dents and scuffs on the wood. The scabbard is also fine, with some patches of spotting and rust, about 60% of the blue finish, mild spotting and dings, and a streaked overcoating of protective varnish.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

US Colt Ordnance Office Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #245 (Sale Order 245 of 688)

Historically Significant, Well-Documented and Exceptionally Rare U.S. Colt “Ordnance Office” Cavalry Model Single Action Army Revolver, One of Three 1877 Ordnance Model Revolvers, with John Kopec Gold Seal Letter, Factory Letter, and Sealed Box of 1877 Dated Ammunition

Offered here is one of the rarest of the U.S. Cavalry Model revolvers to roll off the Colt assembly line. Known simply as the “Ordnance Office Model”, no. 33191 is one of only three Ordnance Model Revolvers specifically ordered by the U.S. Ordnance Department in 1877 to be manufactured to exact specifications of the gauges for use as “benchmark guns” for U.S. inspectors; and out of the three models, no. 33191 is the most complete. In 1877, Lieutenant David A. Lyle of the U.S. Ordnance Department ordered three specially built and distinctly marked Colt Cavalry Model Revolvers. These three revolvers were manufactured to exact specifications and were to serve as the production standard for all subsequently produced Cavalry Models. These revolvers were to be assembled to as near perfect gauge as humanly possible. At the time Lyle had become increasingly frustrated with inconsistencies in Colt factory quality, especially with the alignment of the barrels with the cylinder chambers. The most significant improvement found on the Ordnance Models was the ejector tube stud having been screwed into the barrel before brazing that made for a more secure fit, a technique that had already been incorporated to the civilian SAA production line early in the 18000 serial number range. Each of the three revolvers were given a distinctive name that corresponded to the revolver’s specific designated area of service. This revolver no. 33191 was named “The Ordnance Office Model.” No. 33220 was named “The Commanding Officer’s Model.” No. 33186 was named “The Inspector’s Model.” “The Commanding Officer’s Model” was formerly of the Robert Sutherland collection and is pictured on page 250 of R.L. Wilson’s “The Book of Colt Firearms.” Wilson referred to no. 33220 as an “extreme rarity of an original American casing of the Single Action Army. Used as a model or benchmark gun by government inspectors at the Springfield Armory.” The same can be said of this revolver, no. 33191. The three Ordnance Model revolvers are identified by serial number in the meticulous notes made by the Ordnance Department in 1877 that laid out the special characteristics of the revolvers. Included are excerpts from these original documents that now reside at the National Archives. The story behind the three revolvers is retold in the 2006 edition of “A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver" on pages 523-525 with this revolver pictured on page 524 and “Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers… a Continuing Study” on page 153. In both publications, all three revolvers are identified by serial number. This revolver no. 33191 was the subject to John Kopec’s “The ‘Ordnance Office Model' U.S. Cavalry Revolver” article (copy included) published in the spring 2015 issue of The Texas Gun Collector. The article presents several photographs of no. 33191, certifies the revolver as authentic in great detail while comparing it to the other two Ordnance Models, and comments that no. 33191 was “discovered” in time to be published in the 2006 printing of “A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver.” The accompanying 2018 dated Kopec gold seal letter for this revolver concludes without a doubt that this Ordnance Model is the only one of the three revolvers that retains all of its original components. Per Kopec, “These three model revolvers were; #33186 (Inspector’s Model), #33191 (Ordnance Office Model) and #33220 (Commanding Officer’s Model). We find today that only one of these model revolvers still exists in its basic Cavalry configuration, and that being our example #33191. The revolver #33186 was altered into the Artillery configuration and shipped to Manila during 1901. The third model #33220 is illustrated in the ‘The Book of Colt Firearms’ (Sutherland & Wilson), however this revolver appears to have had its barrel and cylinder replaced with modern components. Therefore our subject revolver #33191 remains the only example still fitted with all of its original manufactured components.” A second included Kopec letter dated from 2021 again certifies that this revolver no. 33191 “is the only one of these remaining model revolvers with all of its original components.” Both Kopec’s letters as well as his article featured in "The Texas Gun Collector" revised statements presented in “Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers… a Continuing Study” on page 153 related to the condition of the Commanding Officer’s Model revolver no. 33220, and at the time of publication in 1994, revolver no. 33191 was still unaccounted for. No. 33191 is the only Ordnance Model still retaining all its original components. In the gold seal lett
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U.S. Springfield .30 Caliber Experimental Trapdoor Trials Rifle

Lot #246 (Sale Order 246 of 688)

Extremely Rare U.S. Springfield .30 Caliber Experimental Trapdoor Rifle Letter "E"

This is one of only an estimated fifteen .30 caliber Trapdoor rifles manufactured by Springfield Armory between 1890-1892 for the purpose of experimenting with various smokeless powders, testing velocities, studying ballistics, and performing pressure tests in the development of a new .30 caliber (30 Army) smokeless powder cartridge. Additional barrels for these rifles were manufactured with varying designs and steels. These rifles are extensively written up on pages 199-212 of the book "The 45-70 Springfield" by Frasca & Hill. The Chief of U.S. Ordnance directed Frankford Arsenal and Springfield Armory to work together in the development of a new rifle using a new small caliber smokeless powder cartridge. The test rifle chosen was the standard U.S. Springfield Trapdoor rifle, however the standard issue Trapdoor receiver of the time was deemed too weak to handle the higher pressures generated by smokeless powders. Springfield embarked on a massive redesign of the receiver to accommodate this development work. Testing of the smokeless .30 caliber Trapdoors started in 1890, and various ammunition and ballistics tests with at least ten of these rifles continued as late as 1895. These rifles were all considered as experimental models and went through numerous design and engineering changes to be able to accommodate the new improved high velocity smokeless powder cartridges, with each individual rifle in some instances being somewhat different. Since they were all experimental, they were never serial numbered, but instead were tracked by a small capital letter stamped on top of the rear of the barrel. The letters ran from "A through T", as mentioned in the 1894 Report of the Chief of Ordnance. This rifle is letter "E". On pg. 292 of Frasca's "The 45-70 Springfield Book II" it states (this rifle's existence was not known by the author at the time of writing), "The fate of Rifle 'E' is described in the following memo from the master armorer to the commanding officer of the Armory. Possibly this arm and other arms with similar damage were disassembled and discarded since the damage was not repairable: Commanding Officer/Sir: I have the honor to report that I have carefully examined the .30 caliber Springfield rifle received from Frankford Arsenal the 17th inst. The chamber of the barrel is swelled or enlarged 9/1000 of an inch. The hole for tenon of barrel is swell or enlarged 5/1000 of an inch, above standard plug. The receiver is cracked over the recess for ejector spring and the spread across the outside of ears for joint is 6/1000 of an inch. The barrel was marked letter 'E' August 2nd, 1892 or at the time the new receiver was put on same. Samuel W. Porter, Master Armorer." The unmarked receiver currently affixed appears to be the "new receiver"; as it does not have the aforementioned crack. The top breech end of the barrel is marked "E" and appears to be the replacement mentioned by Samuel Porter; as it does not have the damages described in his initial inspection when he first received the rifle. Features include a reinforced no-arch breechblock with the positive cam/locking latch, small tip firing pin, marked "E" on the breechblock screws, redesigned extractor intended for the new rimmed cartridge, the correct, reinforced straight sided receiver that measures 1 1/8 inch across the width of the receiver, with side walls, that measures approximately 1/4 inch thick on each side, with the matching positive cam/locking latch cutout, completely redesigned one-piece trigger guard with the long swivel on the upper front edge of the trigger guard bow, and new redesigned stock intended for the smaller diameter barrel. The bottom front end of the barrel is absent of what appears to have been a rod bayonet device. Pinned blade front and Buffington rear sight graduated to 1,400 yards. According to Frasca's book at the time of writing (not including this rifle in his count),"Nine of the original fifteen rifles are known today, four in museums and five in private collections." "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a Rock Island Arsenal leather sling, and tool inside the butt compartment. These rare rifles played an important role in the evolutionary development of the .30 caliber smokeless powder cartridge in U.S. Military service.

Class: Antique

Fine, incomplete (see above), retaining 80% plus original blue finish with some patches of moderate to deep pitting concentrated towards the muzzle and on the barrel band. 60% plus original case colors in protected areas, with the top of the breechblock turned mostly to a smooth gray patina. Stock is very fine with some pressure dents and handling marks, a patch of dings around the left side of the handguard, and overall attractive
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Two Digit Solid Band U.S. Springfield 1892 Krag-Jorgensen Rifle

Lot #247 (Sale Order 247 of 688)

Rare Early Production First Type Two Digit Serial Number 92 U.S. Springfield Model 1892 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Rifle with Solid Band, Brass Tip Cleaning Rod and Bayonet

The Krag-Jorgensen bolt action was invented by Captain Ole Krag and Erik Jorgensen of Norway around 1886, and variations were adopted by Norway, the Danish, and of course the United States. Though named Model 1892 based on the year the design was officially adopted as the U.S. Army's primary issue rifle after extensive trials, the first Springfield Armory Krag-Jorgensen rifles were not manufactured until 1894 due to protests over the selection of a foreign design, and a second trial of smokeless powder magazine rifles of American design was held, none of which were considered superior to the Krag at the time. The Krag-Jorgensen became the first standard U.S. infantry arm chambered for a smokeless cartridge. American soldiers used the Krag-Jorgensen primarily in the Spanish-American War, the subsequent Filipino Insurrection, and some remained in use into World War I. As noted in "The Krag Rifle Story" by Mallory and Olson, several of the earliest rifles were given to the governors of each U.S. state and General Ordway in Washington, D.C., and others were sent to various arsenals and ammunition companies. Most of this occurred in April 1894. Other early rifles were also sent to each country of origin for the Krag-Jorgensen's competition in the trials. The vast majority of the Model 1892 First and Second Type rifles were later updated to the Model 1896 configuration, but this very early production example remains in its original configuration. The defining aspects of the approximate 1,500 original First Type Model 1892s include a solid front barrel band with integral bayonet stud and sling swivel, iron cleaning rod underneath the barrel, uncrowned muzzle, lack of hold-open pin and related provisions, solid buttplate and stock without compartment, straight toe, and handguard that does not extend over the receiver ring. This example retains all of these desirable features and even has the rare correct early brass tip on the cleaning rod, only found on the first 300 issued rifles. It has standard early Krag Model 1892 stepped ladder rear sight graduated to 1,900 yards on the ladder and not adjustable for windage, "1894." followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD ARMORY." and serial number "92" on the left side of the receiver, crisp "SWP/1894" inspector cartouche with angled corners on the left of the stock wrist and a "J" ahead of it, a faint circled "P" firing proof behind the trigger guard. Matching serial number "92" is marked inside of the loading gate, left front of the bolt sleeve, and bottom of the firing pin assembly. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a period leather sling, "1894" dated U.S. Model 1892 knife bayonet with wooden handle, and type III blued steel scabbard.

Class: Antique

Very good plus with 30% original blue finish mostly at the edges and protected areas with the barrel turned mostly to a brown patina. The oil-quenched casehardened receiver is turned to a gray patina with scattered mild freckling. Stock is fine with rich original dark oil finish, defined edges, scattered light dents and scratches, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet and scabbard are both very good with minor wear and some slight oxidation. This is a pleasing early example of the very first modern smokeless powder rifle issued to the U.S. military, and adding to it's rarity in being completely unaltered from it's original early configuration!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1892 Second Type Krag-Jorgensen Rifle

Lot #248 (Sale Order 248 of 688)

Very Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1892 Second Type Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Rifle with 1894 Dated Bayonet

The Krag-Jorgensen bolt action was invented by Captain Ole Krag and Erik Jorgensen of Norway around 1886, and variations were adopted by Norway, the Dutch, and of course the United States. Though named "Model 1892" based on the year the design was selected after trials, the First Type Springfield Krag-Jorgensen rifles were manufactured in 1894, and the Second Type rifles came out in late 1894 and 1895. The most readily identifiable difference in the Second Type rifles are the dual strap upper barrel bands. Other aspects were also strengthened or altered throughout production before production shifted to the Model 1896, which had a compartment in the buttstock and other differences. This relatively early Second Type rifle has the correct flat muzzle (not crowned), standard Model 1892 stepped rear sight graduated out to 1,900 yards and not adjustable for windage, "1894." followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD ARMORY" and "2989" marked on the left side of the receiver, matching serial number "2989" marked inside the loading gate, no hold open pin on the bolt, a "JSA/1894" cartouche with angled corners, correct dual strap front barrel band and one-piece slotted cleaning rod, circled script "P" behind the trigger guard, thin early style buttplate and butt without curved toe, and handguard that does not extend over the receiver ring. According to records quoted in "The Krag Rifle Story" by Mallory and Olson, only 6,000 of the Model 1892s were not converted to the Model 1896 pattern and "evidently many of these unconverted rifles were lost or destroyed in service or were scrapped, because unaltered Model 1892 rifles are extremely scarce." "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a correct knife bayonet dated "1894", type III metal scabbard, and period leather sling.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining strong traces of original blue finish concentrated on the rear sight, extractor, bolt sleeve, and protected areas with the balance a smooth mottled brown and gray patina, and sharp markings. The stock is also very good with defined grasping grooves, some light dings and dents, a chip at the toe, and a nice clear cartouche. Mechanically excellent. A solid example of a very scarce, original U.S. Springfield Krag Model 1892 Second Type rifle.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

Lot #249 (Sale Order 249 of 688)

Desirable Spanish-American War Era U.S. Springfield Model 1896 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

These carbines were used throughout the Spanish American War and late in the Philippine Insurrection, most famously by future President Theodore Roosevelt's 1st Volunteer Cavalry "Rough Riders". Fixed blade front sight fitted with "C" marked detachable sight hood and 2,000 yard "C" marked ladder rear sight. The oil-quenched casehardened receiver is marked "MODEL 1896.", "U.S./SPRINGFIELD ARMORY." and serial number "89719" (8 has a punch mark on it) on the left side. Correct high hump barrel band to protect the rear sight from bumping into the saddle boot, a short saddle ring on the left side followed by a boxed script "JSA/1897" cartouche with angled corners, a faint circled script "P" behind the trigger guard, and a flat buttplate with a trapdoor cleaning rod compartment containing a three-piece cleaning rod. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% original blue finish on the barrel and band with some light wear and the buttplate turned to a brown patina with scattered light pitting, and 30% oil-quenched casehardened finish on the receiver with some scattered light freckling and the flat of the side gate a smooth gray patina. Stock is also fine with crisp grasping grooves, some light scratches, and a few chips. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Armory 1899 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

Lot #250 (Sale Order 250 of 688)

Fine U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1899 Krag-Jorgensen Bolt Action Carbine

The serial number correctly falls into the carbine serial number range (222609-362256). It features a blade front sight in a raised mount, elevation and windage adjustable folding ladder rear sight graduated 1-6 on the "C" marked base and to 20 on the "C" marked ladder. Standard left side receiver markings, smooth straight wrist half stock marked with a boxed script "JSA/1901" cartouche, high hump handguard, single barrel band, and curved toe steel buttplate with a trapdoor compartment containing a cleaning rod and oiler. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, retaining 75% original blue finish on the barrel, band, trigger guard and buttplate. Retains 70% oil-quenched casehardened finish on the receiver and components with some light flaking on the bolt sleeve. Stock is very fine with crisp grasping grooves, some light scratches and dents, a few chips, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Model 1900 Krag Bowie Bayonet with Scabbard

Lot #251 (Sale Order 251 of 688)

Scarce and Desirable U.S. Model 1900 Krag Bowie Bayonet with Scabbard

Produced (and dated) for trial in 1900, as a replacement for the standard bayonet which could pull double duty as a brush knife. Measuring 13 1/2 inches overall, the 9 inch blade has a deep back clip and a 2 1/2 inch sharpened edge on the spine, with "US" on the right ricasso and "1900" on the left. All of the metal is bright, with a pair of smooth wood scales completing the grip. With a full metal sheath, which features the distinct ball tip and 100 degree belt swivel.

Class: Other

Fine overall. The very fine blade shows mild spotting, with a mixed brown and gray color on the hilt and light dings concentrated on the pommel. The grip panels show some minor dings, with a small chip absent from the bottom rear corner of the right panel. The sheath shows 70% of the original blue finish, with some patches of pitting that have been cleaned bright, minor spotting, and mixed gray/brown patina on the belt loop, and a streaking of old dried varnish.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #252 (Sale Order 252 of 688)

Outstanding U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet

Blade front and "R" marked Buffington rear sight, with "V/P/(eagle head)/P" and "A" stamps on the breech of the barrel, "SWP/1889" cartouche on the left of the wrist, and a "U.S./MODEL/1884" marked low arch breechblock. The blued lock is "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" marked, with a three-click tumbler. "US" marked steel buttplate. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet, scabbard, Watervliet Arsenal leather frog, brown leather sling, detachable front sight hood, and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 98% original blue finish, and 99% original case colors. Stock is also excellent with minimal handling evidence and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet and scabbard are very fine with some spots of very light pitting, and the frog is also very fine with light wear. A stunning 1884 Trapdoor that would be near impossible to improve upon!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #253 (Sale Order 253 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufactured c. 1874. Fixed blade front sight and stepped base 1,100 yard folding ladder rear sight mounted with slotless screws. The left rear of the barrel is correctly absent of any proof marks. (This practice started on the Model 1873 at approximately serial number 50,000). Early oil quenched casehardened high arch breechblock marked "MODEL/1873/eagle head/crossed arrows/US", lock marked with the eagle/shield motif followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD/1873" ahead of the hammer, fixed stacking hook on the front band (only one like it this writer has witnessed), two click tumbler and iron cleaning rod with a serrated slotted head and swollen shaft. Oval "ESA" (Erskine S. Allin) cartouche on the left wrist. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes "US" marked (faint) leather sling and wood tampion.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% original blue finish with some light muzzle wear, some patches of light spotting, and the front band turned mostly to a silver patina. Stock is very fine with some chipping visible in the ramrod channel and an exceptionally crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. An exceptional example of an early 1873 Trapdoor!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1884/90 Trapdoor Carbine

Lot #254 (Sale Order 254 of 688)

U.S. Springfield Model 1884/90 Trapdoor Carbine with Pistol Grip

These so called "Model 1890" carbines are Model 1873, 1877, and 1884 carbines that were altered by fitting a front sight protector and a special high hump barrel band that cradles the front of the rear sight ladder to protect it when slipping into a carbine boot. This example is a Model 1884 carbine with the 1890 sight alterations. Boxed script "SWP/1889" cartouche marked on the left of the wrist. "S.P.FC23" marked on the left rear of the butt stock. Period fitted with a checkered steel pistol grip. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a three-piece cleaning rod and tool inside the butt compartment.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 80% original blue finish with some light thinning and muzzle wear, and scattered mild oxidation on the barrel band and receiver. 85% muted original case colors remain on the breech block with some patches of light pitting. Stock is fine with original raised wood grain, scattered light scratches and pressure dents, specks of white paint, and a chip at the lower right corner of the cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #255 (Sale Order 255 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Pistol Grip

Blued barrel, receiver, hammer, trigger guard, buttplate and barrel band. Casehardened breechblock and receiver tang. Left side breech end of barrel marked with "V/P/eagle head" proofmarks. Low arch breechblock marked "US/MODEL/1873". The lock plate is marked with the American eagle next to "U. S./SPRINGFIELD". The heel of the buttplate is marked "US". The oil finished walnut stock is marked with the boxed "SWP/1883" final inspection cartouche on the left wrist. An "M" over a circled "P" is stamped in the grip area. The rifle has a hooded blade front and Buffington rear sight, two-piece trigger guard and trigger bar assembly, serrated trigger, iron cleaning rod and smooth buttplate with no trapdoor. Metal checkered pistol grip on the bottom of the wrist. Some of these grips are reported to have been a period add-on by military competition shooting teams for practice rifles.

Class: Antique

Excellent, retaining 97% original blue finish with some light handling marks and a patch of small chips in the middle of the barrel. 95% plus original vivid case colors with some light thinning concentrated towards the top of the breechblock. Stock is also excellent with sharp edges, some light dents and scratches, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

Springfield U.S. Army Model 1871 Rolling Block Rifle

Lot #256 (Sale Order 256 of 688)

Springfield U.S. Army Model 1871 Rolling Block Rifle

Approximately 10,000 U.S. Army Rolling Block rifles were manufactured c. 1871-1872 by Springfield Armory under a royalty agreement with E. Remington & Sons. "MODEL 1871" marked on the left side of the receiver and an eagle and shield over "U.S./SPRINGFIELD/1872" marked on the right side. The upper tang is marked with the two-line Remington patent date markings. Equipped with a blade/bayonet lug front sight and 1,000 yard folding ladder rear sight. Full length stock with two barrel bands and an end cap, a circled script "ESA" (Erskine S. Allin) cartouche marked on the left of the wrist, and "US" and "D14" marked on the buttplate tang.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining mostly bright surfaces on the barrel and bands with scattered light pitting, and 30% plus vivid original case colors on the frame strongest on the left with traces of case colors on the right and the balance turned to a gray patina. Wood is also fine with scattered scratches and dents, and a nice cartouche. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Ainsworth Inspected Colt Single Action Cavalry Revolver

Lot #257 (Sale Order 257 of 688)

Documented First Year Production Pre-Custer Battle Era U.S. Ainsworth Inspected Colt Single Action Cavalry Model Revolver with Kopec Authentication Letter and Model 1881 Cavalry Holster

This early U.S. Cavalry Colt Single Action Army was manufactured in 1873 under contract with the U.S. government. As outlined in the included letter from noted Colt Single Action Army authority John A. Kopec, this revolver escaped the Ordnance Department recall in 1893 and remains in original Cavalry configuration and has only minor alterations. The letter describes the features and condition of this revolver, and states, "... this revolver's serial number falls between #2918 (a Railway Mail Service Revolver) and #2976 (a revolver belonging to 'Troop D 2nd Cavalry' as of October 2nd, 1882." The letter mentions #2499 as being a recovered Custer battlefield revolver and continues on, "The revolvers #2902 and #2956 are Cavalry revolvers which are marked 'CO K 4' CAV' on their frames. The Fourth Cavalry was issued their initial allotments of these new 'Strap-Pistols' during the 2nd Quarter of 1874. 'Co. K' was however the only Fourth Cavalry unit to have stamped their revolvers with this unit identification, therefore there is a chance that the subject revolver had been originally issued to one of the other Fourth Cavalry companies that did not mark their revolvers." Because this revolver still remains in its original Cavalry configuration suggests that it had somehow avoided the Ordnance Department's recall of 1893. This could have occurred because of either being lost, stolen (deserter), or captured by the hostile Indians prior to this recall period. It remains somewhat doubtful that a revolver with this low serial number had been issued to a state militia, so our last guess would be that this revolver had been 'liberated' by a deserter from the U.S. Cavalry." Orville W. Ainsworth's "A" inspection stamp can be found below the serial number on the trigger guard, on the bottom of the barrel, on the cylinder, and top of the back strap. The cylinder and barrel also bear a "P" proof mark along with the aforementioned sub-inspection mark. The letter comments on the fact that the revolver's barrel address is still in near perfect condition. The letter also states the hammer may be a later replacement and that the revolver is fitted with an old-style mainspring, made without the hammer roller channel. The revolver features blade front and notch rear sights, bullseye ejector, and one piece walnut grip. All of the visible serial numbers match. The barrel is marked with "+COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.+" on top and matching numbered "2925" under the ejector housing. The frame of the revolver features the two line patent marking followed by "U.S." Includes correct US Model 1881 Cavalry holster.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, crisp attractive brown patina overall characteristic of period use, strong traces of original blue finish visible in the protected areas of the ejector rod, small traces of original blue finish in other protected areas, 80% blue finish on the replacement hammer, moderate pitting at the muzzle, light pitting on the cylinder, and some period dings on the butt characteristic of use for tack-driving. The markings remain distinct. The grip is fine with a nice cartouche, some light handling marks, and dings mostly concentrated on the left butt. Mechanically excellent. Included holster is good with mild age wear, extensive age related stress, and cracking overall. This early production U.S. Ainsworth inspected Cavalry Colt Single Action Army revolver certainly has some stories to tell, and would make a fine addition to any U.S. Military or Colt cavalry collection!

Muley Hassan Inscribed Colt Lightning Medium Frame Carbine

Lot #258 (Sale Order 258 of 688)

Colt Lightning Medium Frame Slide Action Carbine Inscribed to Sultan Muley Hassan of Morocco

Manufactured in 1885, the second year of production for these carbines. The carbine bears British proofmarks on the barrel and frame and features the 1883 patent dates, open top frame, and trigger guard bow slide release. The top of the barrel is non-factory marked "PRESENTED TO H.R.H. MULEY HASSAN BY THE COLT GUN CO. AMERICA". Muley Hassan was the Sultan of Morocco from 1873 until his death in 1895, and it is suspected that he was murdered, possibly by one of his own four sons. Hassan ruled Morocco and was revered as god-like by his subjects. Colt likely presented this rifle to him in an attempt to earn military contracts and or special orders with what, at the time, was their brand new rifle. Firearms companies like colt have a long history of using beautifully crafted presentation guns to curry favor with the right people, a tradition that continued on well into the 20th century and likely even today.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 85% period retailer applied nickel finish, some areas of wear and flaking, a few spots of light oxidation, and scattered scratches. The wood is fine with numerous dings and scratches, wear along the edges, and crisp checkering on the forend. Mechanically excellent.

First Year Colt Large Frame "Express Model" Lightning Rifle

Lot #259 (Sale Order 259 of 688)

Desirable Two Digit Serial Number "62" Colt Large Frame "Express Model" Lightning Slide Action Rifle with Factory Letter

The included factory letter confirms the current barrel length and configuration, caliber, blue finish, and stock material when it was shipped to B. Kittredge Arms Company of Cincinnati, OH, on June 1st during the first year of production (possibly even the first day) for these Large Frame Rifles, 1887. Only 1,000 rifles were manufactured in the first year of production. The rifle features a full length magazine, crescent buttplate, elevation adjustable sporting rear sight and blade front sight. The receiver has the Rampant Colt emblem on the left side. It is fitted with a smooth straight wrist stock and multi-point checkered forearm. The top of the barrel is marked with the two-line address and patent dates ahead of the rear sight and "40-60-260" below the rear sight on the left.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 50% original blue finish, some areas of pitting along the barrel and frame, and some scratching. The reoiled buttstock is very good with scattered light scratches, a crack at the left toe, and sharp checkering on the modified forend with two finger grooves added to the right side. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #260 (Sale Order 260 of 688)

Attractive Factory Engraved Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1885. Damascus steel barrels with single bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib, 2 3/4 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .025/.030 inches (improved modified/full). The casehardened factory panel scene action features a pair of game birds on the left lock, a setter on the hunt on the right, and a single solitary mallard in flight on the trigger guard, all surrounded by floral scrollwork along with hand engraved "COLT" on either side. Engraved rebounding hammers, checkered barrel latch release, and double triggers. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forearm with engraved fittings, ebony insert, and Deeley style release lever and a round knob pistol grip stock with non-factory installed blank inscription oval, inlaid silver medallion, and hard rubber Rampant Colt buttplate. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs 13 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine, showing 85% Damascus pattern with some areas of light cleaned oxidation, 50% original of case colors, and blue on the trigger guard with mild handling evidence. The wood is also very fine with scattered dings and scratches, chip at the toe, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Lightning Medium Frame Slide Action Rifle with Carved Stock

Lot #261 (Sale Order 261 of 688)

Unique Period Relief Carved Stock Colt Lightning Medium Frame Slide Action Rifle with Silver Monogram and Other Inlays

Manufactured in 1886. Features blade and adjustable sporting sights, the earlier address and patent marking (only 1883 dates), "32 CAL" at the breech, open top frame, Rampant Colt trademark on the left, leaf carving on the slide handle and pistol grip stock, a inlaid gold oval with an escutcheon at the center and border engraving fitted on the bottom of the grip, a gold cartridge head type inlay on the right side of the butt along with a silver plaque with an unknown monogram ("N" is the central letter), a silver plate at the upper tang, "LMW" inscribed on the initial oval on the bottom of the butt followed by a series of pressed-in golden and silver slivers and pins, and a nickel-plated buttplate.

Class: Antique

Fine with 50% original blue finish, patches of mild oxidation, brown patina on the faded areas, and general minor marks and scratches. Both sides of the frame have a non-factory added filler screw visible: above the loading gate on the right and one inch forward of the Rampant Colt on the left. The period custom personalized wood is fine and has crisp relief carving, minor chips at the upper corners of the wrist, and light scratches and marks. Mechanically excellent. Definitely a very interesting Colt Lightning.

Colt Medium Frame Lightning Slide Light Baby Carbine

Lot #262 (Sale Order 262 of 688)

Desirable and Very Fine Antique Colt Medium Frame Lightning Slide Action Light Baby Carbine

This "Baby Carbine" was manufactured in 1890 and slimmed down by Colt to weigh approximately 5 pounds 10 ounces rather than the 6 pounds 4 ounces of the standard carbines. These lighter carbines were manufactured in much more limited numbers than the standard rifles and carbines during the Medium Frame Lightning's 1884-1902 production run. They would make excellent guns for stalking through the woods or traveling on horseback. It has a small block front sight, the two-line address and patent marking on top of the tapered barrel ahead of the notch and folding ladder rear sight, "38 Cal." to the left at the breech, the standard Rampant Colt trademark on the left side of the frame along with a saddle ring, a checkered pump handle, smooth buttstock, and carbine buttplate.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 75% plus original blue with thinning to brown on the balance and high edge wear. The wood is also very fine with a small chip at the upper tang, some scattered minor handling marks and crisp forearm checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. This is a very fine example of a scarce and desirable Colt Lightning "Baby" carbine.

Colt Deluxe Medium Frame Slide Action Lightning Rifle

Lot #263 (Sale Order 263 of 688)

Special Order Colt Deluxe Medium Frame Slide Action Lightning Rifle

Manufactured in 1887. Combination Beach front sight and elevation adjustable rear sight on a barrel stamped with the two-line legend ahead of the rear sight and "38 Cal." at the breech. The left side of the receiver has the Rampant Colt trademark. Equipped with a special order set trigger. The nicely figured deluxe walnut forearm and pistol grip stock feature multi-point checkering. The buttstock has a blank initial oval and crescent buttplate.

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrel and magazine tube retain 60% faded original blue finish with brown patina on the balance. The casehardened receiver has mostly faded to a silver-gray. The buttplate has a smooth brown-gray patina. The wood is fine with a number of minor dings and scratches and some blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun with Factory Letter

Lot #264 (Sale Order 264 of 688)

Documented Factory Engraved Colt Model 1878 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun with Factory Letter

Damascus steel barrels with single bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib, 2 3/4 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .028/.009 inches. The casehardened sidelock action features light floral scroll engraving with line borders, "Colt's Pt. F.A. Mfg. Co." marking on either lock, nitre blue bolts on the locks and tang, checkered barrel release lever, double triggers, and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forearm with ebony tip insert and Deeley style release latch and a round knob pistol grip stock with a checkered hard rubber buttplate marked "The/[Rampant Colt]/CLUB GUN." The included factory letter confirms the current gauge, barrel length, blue finish, stock material, and engraving when it was shipped to H & D Folsom Arms Company of New York, NY on May 1, 1883. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 inch drop at heel; 14 1/8 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs 2 oz.

Class: Antique

Very good plus, retaining half of an attractive Damascus pattern on the brown barrels, 30% original case colors, a few dings along the barrels, and areas of light pitting mostly at the breech. The wood is also very good with numerous dings and scratches and worn but well defined checkering. Action slightly loose, otherwise mechanically fine.

Tillotson Sheffield Patriotic Gold Hunters Knife

Lot #265 (Sale Order 265 of 688)

Rare Documented Tillotson Sheffield Patriotic "Gold Hunters Knife" Etched Bowie Knife with Pearl Grips and Sheath

Manufactured by Tillotson of Sheffield, England c. 1850s. The overall length is 14 7/8 inches with a 10 7/8 inch clip point blade that is etched on the left with "Gold Hunters Knife/E.PLURIBUS UNUM/PALO ALTO" along with a patriotic eagle, stand of arms, and floral motifs. The knife is an obvious attempt by a Sheffield knife maker to dip into a larger portion of the American market, targeting both gold hunters and Mexican-American War veterans. The grip has pearl scales, recurved German silver guard, and the German silver hilt featuring a high relief reclining lion. Includes a lightly tooled leather sheath with German silver fittings. Similar knives are pictured on p. 233 of "The Antique Bowie Knife Book" by Adams, Voyles, and Moss and on p. 102 of "The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing an American Legend" by Flayderman.

Class: Other

Very fine, the exceptional original blade is mostly bright with some surface blemishes, and mostly well-defined etching. The grip is also very fine generally showing an attractive antiqued patina and some light handling marks on the grip scales. The sheath is fine with some moderate wear and period resoldered button.

George Beardshaw Bowie Knife with Leather Sheath

Lot #266 (Sale Order 266 of 688)

Attractive and Exceptional Civil War Era George Beardshaw Sheffield Bowie Knife with Unique Warrior Chasing Buffalo Etched Blade and Buffalo Horn Grip

Bowie knife manufactured circa 1850-1865 by George Beardshaw of Sheffield, England. Measures 15 inches overall (16 with sheath attached) with a 9 3/8 inch long blade. "V(crown)R/G. BEARDSHAW/CAST STEEL" marked on the left ricasso. The main blade bevel contains an attractive etched panel scene of a warrior carrying a lance on horseback chasing buffalo in a grass field. German silver hilt, buffalo horn grip, and German silver shell pommel. Sheffield-made knives were popular with the blade-hungry American market. Includes a red leather sheath with German silver ends (absent frog), and consignor research.

Class: Other

Fine, attractive bright original surfaces on the exceptionally fine blade with some scattered patches of dark pitting. Grip is very fine with some light scratches. German silver surfaces retain an attractive bright color with only light darkening in the grooves of the clamshell. leather sheath is fine with some light aging, and absent frog as noted above. This is an attractive Beardshaw Bowie knife that would make an fine addition to any early knife collection!

Cased Pair of Gustave Young Engraved Colt Single Action Army

Lot #267 (Sale Order 267 of 688)

Phenomenal and Iconic Well-Documented Cased Pair Gustave Young Factory "Panel Scene" Exhibition Engraved Antique Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Special Order Grips -A) Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

Phenomenal and Iconic Well-Documented Cased Pair Gustave Young Factory "Panel Scene" Exhibition Engraved Antique Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Special Order Grips -A) Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter
The Colt Single Action Army was one of the most popular handguns in late 19th century and is easily the most iconic and most thoroughly associated with the American West. Despite this popularity and the large number of Colts engraved during the preceding percussion era, reportedly only an estimated 1,000-1,500 Colt Single Action Army Revolvers were factory engraved of the 357,859 1st Generation Single Actions produced between 1873 and 1941. The first revolver, gun “A” (serial number 38673) in this set is documented in "The Official Record of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver: 1875-1895" by Don and Carol Wilkerson and Kathleen Hoyt on page 67 as the first engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver listed in the factory records. Both the book and the factory letter indicates it was shipped to famous Colt dealer Benjamin Kittredge & Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio, in .45 caliber with a nickel plated finish, factory engraving and ivory stock/grip on July 30, 1877. It was the sole gun of its type in the shipment. The book also notes that Kittredge ordered 160 of the 178 ivory stocked Single Actions manufactured that year. Perhaps even more interesting than gun "A" in this lot, "the first factory engraved Colt Single Action Army recorded by the factory," is its mate, gun “B” (serial number 32889). Gun “B” features an earlier serial number and earlier frame markings and is undoubtedly factory engraved, most likely by the most prolific 19th century engraver Gustave Young, for exhibition. It is imperative to note that Colt's records/serial numbers are not necessarily directly in sequence with production years as they are based on shipping records. So, while “A” is the first revolver in factory shipping records, there are revolvers like “B” that are earlier Single Actions that were factory engraved but either show up as “no record” guns or letter as shipped in the late 1870s or later. This is especially the case with Colt’s historically significant early factory engraved Single Actions from the 1870s that were factory exhibition pieces. For example, 32915 from our June 2020 auction letters as shipped on December 18, 1878, but it is an 1876 production revolver that was factory engraved. Like the “A” revolver, 32915 was part of a shipment of nickel engraved Colts shipped to B. Kittredge & Co. This shipment consisted of 20 guns. Single Action 32922 is also known to be a part of this December 18, 1878, shipment to B. Kittredge & Co. These revolvers fall late within the 1876 serial number range. It is possible those revolvers along with gun “B” were part of the famous “wheel” display at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia and Colt had set aside a block for engraved exhibition guns. If not part of the famous wheel display themselves, they were very likely ordered based on the display given Colt experts have indicated revolvers in this shipment to Kittredge closely matched those in the "wheel." Known examples from the wheel display were factory engraved, nickel plated, and fitted with ivory grips. Like “B,” other revolvers strongly believed to have been Colt exhibition pieces in the late 19th century also show up as “no record” guns (51067 from our December 2019 sale for example). If "B" and others like it did not leave the company's inventory through normal channels because they were presented or sold at the Centennial Exhibition or another historic exhibition such as in Paris at the Exposition Universelle in 1878 or one of the annual American Institute Fairs in New York, that would explain why they do not appear in the shipping records. Colt’s letter when they were finally sold/shipped unlike Winchester’s exhibition guns which often have logged dates for multiple shipping and receipt dates in relation to the exhibitions they were displayed at. We feel strongly that 32889 (gun “B”) was a factory exhibition piece, but regardless of the exact circumstances of its selection for factory engraving, it is certainly among the finest and most attractive early engraved Colt Single Action Army revolvers, is in the same configuration and style as known exhibition revolvers, and is an incredible Colt worthy of a prominent place in an advanced Colt collection alongside its mate, “the first factory engraved Colt Single Action Army recorded by the factory.”This incredible cased pair is featured on page 32 of the 1971 "Antiques Arms Annual", on t
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Colt Pre/Post-War Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #268 (Sale Order 268 of 688)

Excellent Documented Colt Pre-War/Post-War Single Action Army Revolver with Box and Factory Letter

Having its serial number applied in 1940, this is an excellent example of a scarce pre-World War II Colt Single Action Army revolver that was later assembled and finished after the war and kept at the factory until sold in 1972 as part of a dealer only auction put on by Colt. These pre-war/post-war revolvers have been thoroughly discussed in several of the Colt Single Action books. The most noteworthy are by John Kopec and the other by Don Wilkerson. This post-war revolver was numbered in the pre-war serial range, and many were used by Colt for advertising and public relations purposes. The accompanying factory letter confirms the 5 1/2 inch barrel in .38 Special, blue finish and its status as a pre-war/post-war SAA. As typical the type of stocks are not listed. The gun was part of an 18 unit shipment sent on October 3, 1972 to Cherry's Sporting Goods, Geneseo, Illinois. The letter goes on to state, "Subject revolver was part of the remaining inventory of 1st Generation Single Action Army revolvers which were auctioned to selected dealers on a sealed bid basis. Bob Cherry was successful in obtaining eighteen of these revolvers through this auction process." The barrel has the one-line Hartford address on top and "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 38 SPECIAL" on the left side. The left side of the frame has the two-line patent dates marking followed by a Rampant Colt, and the trigger guard has the Colt factory triangle proof and "F". Matching serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Includes the original Colt black box numbered to the gun, bore brush, and "Shooting Suggestions."

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue and vivid case colors with slight light spotting on the back strap, a few scratches and faint traces of a cylinder drag line. The grips are also excellent with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some fading and some scattered wear. An outstanding pre-war/post-war SAA with original black box!

Colt First Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #269 (Sale Order 269 of 688)

Colt First Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Pearl Grips and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver as having a 5 1/2 inch barrel in .45 Colt, blue finish, and stocks not listed when shipped to Shapleigh Hardware Co. St. Louis, Missouri on September 19, 1932. Fixed blade front and notch rear sights, barrel marked with the one line address on top and one-line model caliber marking on the left, three patent dates on the left of the frame, and period replacement pearl grips inscribed "H.D.J." Matching numbers visible under right grip on trigger guard and back strap. Last two digits, "70" on rear face of cylinder.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 90% original blue finish and 80% case colors with scattered handling marks, a cylinder drag line, and front face flash marks. The grips are good with a cracked and repaired section at the top of the right grip. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Gold U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Badge

Lot #270 (Sale Order 270 of 688)

Gold U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Badge

The front of the gold Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent badge has the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service seal when the agency was part of the U.S. Department of Justice from 1940 to 2003. Established in 1933, the INS was dissolved on March 1, 2003 as part of a major government reorganization effort following the 9/11 attacks in 2001. The INS functions were absorbed into three newly created entities under the newly created Department of Homeland Security. The Chief Patrol Agent was a sector commander who oversaw operations in one state or multiple states depending on the sector size and importance. The back of the badge is marked, “WB10020/THIS BADGE CONVEYS/NO AUTHORITY/UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY/PROPER CREDENTIALS.”

Class: Other

Exceptionally fine, retaining all of the enamel.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

Gold U.S. Border Patrol Inspector Badge

Lot #271 (Sale Order 271 of 688)

Gold U.S. Border Patrol Inspector Badge

The front of the gold Border Patrol Inspector badge has the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service seal when the agency was part of the U.S. Department of Justice from 1940 to 2003. Established in 1933, the INS was dissolved on March 1, 2003 as part of a major government reorganization effort following the 9/11 attacks in 2001. The INS functions were absorbed into three newly created entities under the newly created Department of Homeland Security. The back of the badge is marked, “THIS BADGE CONVEYS/NO AUTHORITY/UNLESS ACCOMPANIED/BY/PROPER CREDENTIALS/5781”. Has a vertical pin back.

Class: Other

Exceptionally fine, evenly worn with a chip in the blue enamel.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

Antique Kansas City Marshal Badge

Lot #272 (Sale Order 272 of 688)

Antique Kansas City Marshal Badge

The iconic five-pointed law enforcement star design is silver plated, was worn by the marshal of a city (Kansas City) rich in cowboy heritage, and is marked “PETTIBONE Co. CINN.” on the back. The Pettibone Co. dates back to the Civil War era as a manufacturer of Union hats, uniforms and buttons. Around the turn of the century the company was said to be “the large establishment in which all kinds of paraphernalia for lodges, societies, schools, etc. are manufactured, and in which four hundred and fifty people are constantly employed.”

Class: Other

Fine, evenly worn with an attractive, untouched aged silver appearance.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

Nimschke Engraved Colt Lightning Sheriffs Model 1877 Revolver

Lot #273 (Sale Order 273 of 688)

Rare Documented Colt Lightning Sheriffs Model 1877 Revolver with New York Engraving by L.D. Nimschke and Pearl Grips

Manufactured in 1878 with nickel-plated finish, pearl, bird's head grips, and New York engraving by Master Engraver Louis D. Nimschke. It is described and illustrated on pages 124 and 125 of "Fine Colts, The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection" by R.L. Wilson. The revolver features Nimschke's American style engraving with flowing foliate scrollwork on a punch-dot background, entwining lines and dots, star bursts, crossed ribbon bands, and wavy line borders. The revolver has an unusual dragon motif engraved on the right side of the frame and a Mexican Eagle and Serpent engraved on the recoil shield. The trigger, top of the hammer, cylinder pin, and screws have a fire blue finish. "COLT D.A. 38" is acid etched in a oblong panel on the left side of the barrel. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co./HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A." in two lines. The bottom of the barrel is stamped with the caliber designation "38" and "P" just ahead of the frame. The left side of the frame is stamped with Colt's three-date/three-line patent marking. "38 CAL" is stamped on the left rear trigger guard bow. The assembly number "992" is stamped on the inside of the loading gate. The serial number "7364" is stamped on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard, and back strap. All of the visible serial numbers match. In "The Book of Colt Firearms" author R.L. Wilson states that approximately 250 .38 caliber Model 1877 revolvers were factory engraved. L.D. Nimschke, New York engraved Model 1877 revolvers are even more rare. The distinctive engraving decorating the frame and recoil shield on this revolver certainly make it a one-of-a-kind piece as these motifs are more traditionally associated with Nimschke’s work on Winchester Model 1866 rifles. Similar motifs are well documented in the collection of Nimshke’s smoke pulls published in Wilson’s “L.D. Nimschke Firearms Engraver” on pages 54 and 55.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The revolver retains 85% plus of the original nickel-plated finish with small areas of flaking on the barrel frame, trigger guard, and cylinder. At least 80% of the fire blue finish remains on the trigger, cylinder pin, and hammer. Most of the fire blue finish is present on the screws. The engraving is deep and sharp. The grips are in very fine overall condition with traces of age discoloration, some shrinkage, and scattered chips along the edges. The action is tight, but the hammer will not hold at half-cock. This is a well-documented example of a Colt Model 1877 Lighting DA revolver with unique engraving by L.D. Nimschke that was formerly part of one of the finest modern collections of high grade Colt revolvers.

New Orleans Shipped Colt Bisley Frontier Six Shooter Revolver

Lot #274 (Sale Order 274 of 688)

Documented Identified New Orleans Shipped Colt Single Action Bisley Model Frontier Six Shooter Revolver with Scarce Box and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 7 1/2 inch barrel in desirable .44-40 caliber, blue finish and type of stocks not listed when shipped to Stauffer Eshleman & Co., New Orleans, Louisiana, for E.C. Glenn on June 5, 1906. Research provided by the consignor has identified E.C. Glenn as Edgar C. Glenn (1874-?), a prominent and progressive Hampton County, South Carolina businessman. He was the vice president and general manager of the Big Salkehatchie Cypress Company. His career in business began in the state where he was born, Louisiana, working on a sugar plantation and later in the lumber business. In 1914, he came to Varnville, South Carolina, and co-founded Big Salkehatchie Cypress Co. The barrel has the one-line Hartford address and "(BISLEY MODEL)/COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER." The left side of the frame has the two-line patent date marking followed by a circled Rampant Colt. Matching serial numbers are found on the frame, trigger guard, back strap and both grip panels. Comes with a rare period correct matching numbered Colt Bisley box. The end label correctly lists the barrel length and caliber. The interior of the lid has a Colt Hartford/London maker's label. The box contains a bore brush, "L" shaped screwdriver and "Special Notice."

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine. 70% plus original bright blue finish remains with the balance a smooth brown patina. The hammer and frame retain 50% original case colors. The grips are excellent showing minimal handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good with a couple repairs and minor wear. Much of the end labels remain.

Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #275 (Sale Order 275 of 688)

Attractive Nickel-Plated First Generation Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver

Manufactured in 1929, this is an attractive nickel-plated Colt Frontier Six Shooter SAA revolver. The barrel is marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40" on the left side and "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co/HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A." on top. The left side of the frame is stamped with the two-line, three patent dates markings followed by a Rampant Colt. The left side of the trigger guard has the number "3" and a Colt triangle VP proof. Matching numbers are found on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap. Each grip panel is numbered to the gun and has a silver Rampant Colt medallion.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine. The pistol retains 98% plus polished nickel finish showing a spot of wear on the loading gate and some scattered minor handling marks. Both the barrel and cylinder are replated. The replacement grips are also very fine with typical age cracking on the bottoms and some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Case Knife Display Case with Collection of Knives

Lot #276 (Sale Order 276 of 688)

Case Knife Display Case with Collection of Knives

This Case wooden knife display case measures 12x24x19 3/4 inches. The front of the case is glass and the case has a plastic insert to display a variety of knives. The back of the case has a hinged panel that locks (key is not included). Included with this case is a collection of pocket knives (28 Case knives) and a Case XX oilstone.

Class: Other

Very fine overall. The wood retains most of its original varnish with shallow crazing overall and a few minor storage and handling marks. The glass remains clear. The knives are all very fine with some storage marks from being in the case.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

Two Antique Glass Front Display Cases

Lot #277 (Sale Order 277 of 688)

Two Desirable Antique Glass Front Display Cases

1) R.J. Roberts Razor Cutlery case by Barley and Hoffman (Rochester, NY). Measures 16x24x10 1/2 inches. 2) Excelsior Show Case Works (Quincy, IL) case with key. Measures 20 1/2x21x11 inches.

Class: Other

Fine. Both cases show some storage and handling marks with an attractive patina on the metal surfaces. The wood portion of the R.J. Roberts case is revarnished. The glass panes are all clear and free of cracks with almost all of the lettering remaining on the razor case.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

National Cash Register Model 211 Attributed to the YO Ranch

Lot #278 (Sale Order 278 of 688)

Exceptional Small Brass National Cash Register Model 211

Model 211 "Candy Shop Model" manufactured circa 1908. The family of Bob Berryman attributes this cash register to the store owned by the famous YO Ranch in Mountain Home, Texas. The YO Ranch served as a de facto headquarters for the Texas Rangers, as the family that owns it has Texas Ranger history themselves. It is also the most well known Texas Longhorn cattle ranch in the world. Today the ranch serves as one of the many scenic hunting ranches allowing anybody to hunt exotic game species without the trip to Africa. Originally nickel plated, this register has taken on an attractive patina showing years of use. The register features a fleur-de-lis pattern on the front, back, and sides with a floral scroll design on top of the drawer. The face of the drawer features a stylized "National" with the pull handle being a raised portion of the "N". The drawer is comprised of one long compartment at the rear and four smaller compartments at the front. This model of register was built by National Cash Register Company as a more affordable version of their famous registers. It features a full brass construction with a hardwood base rather than the brass and marble configurations of other models. It was also made more affordable by not letting customers customize the register with the name of their business.

Class: Other

Fine, retaining traces of the original nickel plating in protected areas with an attractive aged patina covering the majority of the surfaces. The keys all show an aged coloration and have some flaking on the nickel plating. Mechanically this cash register is slightly stubborn like a Texas Longhorn, though it does function properly. This is truly an item from a different time that shows a hard working personality.

Provenance: Charles Schreiner III Collection, Robert B. "Bob" Berryman Estate Collection

Silver and Gold King Ranch Security Badge

Lot #279 (Sale Order 279 of 688)

Desirable Silver and Gold King Ranch Security Badge

This King Ranch security badge was made by cutting and polishing an 1893 Mexican silver coin. The back of the badge clearly retains the original coin markings. The front of the badge features a gold King Ranch “Running W” cattle brand overlay in the center of the five-pointed star and “KING RANCH SECURITY” filled in with black enamel. Known as “the birthplace of American ranching,” the King Ranch was established in 1853 when Captain Richard King purchased land in south Texas. The ranch led some of the first cattle drives in the country and went on to develop champion breeds of cattle and horses. There was a time when official King Ranch security personal were commissioned as Special Texas Rangers. Nearly 170 years later, America’s largest ranch covers 825,000 acres, which is larger than the state of Rhode Island, and maintains agricultural interests in cattle ranching and farming as well as recreational hunting.

Class: Other

Exceptionally fine, showing some minor handling marks and retaining nearly all of the black enamel.

Provenance: The Robert B. “Bob” Berryman Estate Collection

U.S. Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #280 (Sale Order 280 of 688)

Documented U.S. Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army Revolver with Holster, Factory Letter and Affidavit

Offered here is an attractive Colt Artillery Model SAA. These arms were brought back into service during the Spanish-American War, Filipino-American War, and Moro Rebellion. Though nicknamed "Artillery Models," they were actually issued to a variety of U.S. Army units and particularly known to have been favored for use against the Moro warriors who were known to continue fighting after being shot with the weaker .38 caliber Colt double action revolvers also in use. The revolver has mixed numbers and components typical of the Artillery variants. The trigger guard no. 7238 falls into a serial number range of host guns issued to the 3rd and 7th Cavalries in 1874. The frame dates to 1884, was inspected by David F. Clark, and has the three-line patent marking followed by "U.S." on the left side. Clark's inspector initials are also found on the cylinder and barrel. The grip has the refurbishment "1901" date on the left side. Both sides of the grip feature clear script letter cartouches. The bottom left side of the grip is stamped with Rinaldo A. Carr's inspector initials "RAC." Includes a Rock Island U.S. flap holster. The accompanying factory letter states the revolver was originally shipped on December 17, 1884 and delivered to the U.S. Army inspector at the Colt plant and returned to the factory on December 21, 1901 for refurbishment into an Artillery Model. Comes with paperwork related to when this revolver was sold to the consignor in 1972, including a letter of provenance stating that this Artillery Model was carried by a member of the U.S. Geological Survey working in Arkansas and in lower Florida in the early 20th century.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine as Colt factory refurbished. 85% plus of the bright high polish blue finish remains on the barrel, ejector rod housing, cylinder and both grip straps with high edge wear and thinning to brown and gray on the balance. 60% of the case colors remain on the hammer and frame. The grip is very fine with some minor handling marks and legible cartouches. Mechanically excellent. The holster is very good with age cracking and overall tight stitching. An attractive U.S. Colt Artillery Model Revolver.

Antique Etched Panel Colt Frontier Six Shooter SAA Revolver

Lot #281 (Sale Order 281 of 688)

Highly Desirable Black Powder Acid Etched Panel Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the .44-40 caliber chambering and blue finish and as typical with Colt records does not list the barrel length or type of stocks which usually indicated 7 1/2 inches and walnut respectively. The revolver was shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co. of Chicago, Illinois, on June 5, 1883. Colt records also contain another listing for this serial number for an SAA in .45 caliber shipped to Simmons Hardware Co. of St. Louis, Missouri, on October 30, 1883, a factory error as the first entry is clearly accurate! The left side of the barrel has the highly desirable "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in an acid etched panel. The top of the barrel is stamped with the one-line Hartford address, the underside of the barrel is stamped with a tiny "44" for the caliber, the left side of the frame is stamped with the three-line patent dates marking, and the left side of the trigger guard is stamped "44 CF." Matching full or partial serial numbers are on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder and barrel.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% plus bright original high polish blue finish in and around the protected areas and 40% vivid original case colors most prevalent on forward frame with a smooth brown patina on the balance and some very scattered light pitting. The heaviest amounts of blue remain on, around and under the ejector rod housing. The etched panel is light, although very clear. The grip is very fine with high edge wear, minor dings and scratches and most of the original varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent. If you want to own one truly exceptional original black powder Colt SAA .44-40 without breaking the bank, here it is!

Non-Numbered U.S. Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army

Lot #282 (Sale Order 282 of 688)

Very Scarce and Unique "Non-Numbered" Cleveland Inspected Frame U.S. Colt Artillery Model Single Action Army Revolver

This unique revolver is made up of one of the 171 non-numbered replacement frames purchased by the Ordnance Department from Colt between 1874 and 1891, with 12 of these being identified by Kopec and Fenn. Only two of the revolvers known to them were stamped with "U.S." property marks, see "Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers: A Continuing Study," p. 100, and the only other known "J.T.C." inspected, non-numbered example is discussed and pictured on p. 102-105. This is one of only 10 replacement frames believed to have been manufactured with the early two-line two-date patent marking on the left of the frame. The frame is also marked "U.S." on the left, and "J.T.C" on the bottom in place of the serial number, the initials of sub-inspector John T. Cleveland. The top of the barrel is marked with the one-line address. The trigger guard is numbered "988". The rear face of the cylinder and the bottom of the grip are marked "R.A.C.", the initials of the Ordnance Principal Sub-Inspector Rinaldo A. Carr. The bottom of the barrel is unnumbered and "R.A.C." inspected. It is fitted with the later oval type ejector rod head, standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, blue finish with casehardened frame and hammer, and a smooth one-piece walnut grip. Including the example known to Kopec and Fenn, this example may be one of only two known, non-numbered, Cleveland inspected, Colt Artillery Model revolvers in existence.

Class: Antique

Fine as assembled artillery configuration, retains 50% of the original blue finish on replacement parts, factory refinished trigger guard, and 40% case colors, primarily in sheltered areas, with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina. The undersize grip is good with minor dings scattered throughout and very light inspection marks. Mechanically functions but is missing the half cock hammer notch.

Colt Model 1878 Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Lot #283 (Sale Order 283 of 688)

Scarce Documented Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Storekeepers Model Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 4 inch barrel in .44 caliber with nickel finish and rubber stocks when shipped to Hartley and Graham in New York, New York on April 6, 1889. Blade front and frame notch rear sight, ejectorless four inch barrel marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on the left and "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co/HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A." on the top, and checkered hard rubber grips with rampant colt in oval motif.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining traces of nickel finish in protected areas with a smooth brown patina on the majority of surfaces as well as dings and scratches. Grips are also very good with slightly softened checkering and clear motif. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Etched Panel Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army

Lot #284 (Sale Order 284 of 688)

Documented Antique Acid Etched Panel Black Powder Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory letter lists this revolver with a 7 1/2 inch barrel chambered in 44/40 with blue finish and stocks not listed when shipped to Hall & Willis Hardware Company on April 3, 1886. This revolver also features an acid etched caliber marking on the left of the barrel, otherwise standard markings and features.

Class: Antique

Good, retaining strong traces of original blue finish and faint patterns of case colors visible in the protected areas with a mostly smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, scattered dings and scratches, and cylinder drag line. Grips are also good with a chip at the toe on the left, dings and scratches, and about half the varnish remaining. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Revolver

Lot #285 (Sale Order 285 of 688)

Desirable Antique Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter Double Action Revolver with F. Meanea Hallmarked Tooled Leather Holster and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the 5 1/2 inch barrel in .44 caliber and nickel plating. The revolver was shipped to Schoverling, Daly & Gales of New Year City on February 14, 1887. The later production factory replacement barrel is stamped with the one-line Hartford address on top, "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on the left side, and tiny "44" indicating the caliber on the underside just ahead of the cylinder pin. The left side of the trigger guard has the Colt factory rework marking ("&") and triangle verified proof. The cylinder is numbered to the gun ("44"). Matching factory rework assembly number "257" on grip frame, trigger guard and loading gate. Includes a F. Meanea of Cheyenne, Wyoming floral tooled leather holster.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 95% factory replated nickel finish with some flaking. The grips are fine with some minor handling marks and some wear to the checkering. Mechanically excellent. The holster is fine with some age cracking and handling marks and overall tight stitching.

Furr & Kuhni Miniature Copy of a Model 1883 Gatling Gun

Lot #286 (Sale Order 286 of 688)

Desirable Furr & Kuhni Miniature Copy of a Model 1883 Gatling Gun with Carriage and Drum Magazine

Manufactured in 1971, this is a 1/3 scale functional copy of the Colt/Gatling Model 1883. An evolution of Richard Gatling's original 1862 design, the 1883 Gatling integrates a full brass housing from the barrel group, which protects the mechanism from debris, sea spray, and other hazards, as well as the Accles pattern magazine, a donut-shaped drum with on-board drive rotor, which allows for higher and more consistent rates of fire than the gravity-fed magazines of earlier models. Overall measurements are 21 inches tall, 29 inches long and 23 inches across. The top of the body bears a reproduction of the original Colt/Gatling markings, with a set of elevation adjustable sights on either side, a set of cosmetic spirit levels, and Karl Furr and Paul Kuhni's markings are on the underside of the gear box. The gun is installed on a steel and brass carriage with traverse and elevation adjustment equipment, a pair of on-board magazine storage boxes, and dismountable wheels. Matching exterior numbers are present throughout.

Class: Modern Handgun

Very fine overall showing generally an attractive antique patina on the brass, some darker brown patina near the hook on the carriage, and clear markings. The wood has some scattered light handling marks and almost all of the varnish. Mechanically excellent.

W. Watson and Sons Pneumatic Air Gun Cane with Pump and Key

Lot #287 (Sale Order 287 of 688)

W. Watson and Sons Pneumatic Air Gun Cane with Pump and Key

W. Watson & Sons cane that doubles as a pneumatic air rifle. All metal construction painted to look like wood. Functions by unscrewing the lower barrel section from the top section and screwing the included air pump in its place to fill the tank in a similar fashion to using a modern day bicycle tire pump. Once filled, the lower barrel section can be screwed back together with the top section and loaded from the muzzle end with a ball and patch. To cock, the included square-tipped key is inserted into the hole two inches down from the joining section and turned. When the button, located 1 1/2 inches from the key hole, is pushed, the air from the tank inside the top section is released into the barrel, which pushes the ball out of the barrel at a high speed. The barrel has the ability to switch between calibers by utilizing a removable brass rifled .32 caliber screw-in sleeve, and has a brass smoothbore .43 caliber outer section. Screw-in brass tipped ferrule doubles as a wood ramming rod for loading.

Class: Antique

Fine overall with some light scattered chips on the exterior and handling marks. Did not attempt to fill with air, but appears to be mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Malacca Cane with Concealed Bayonet Percussion Pistol

Lot #288 (Sale Order 288 of 688)

Malacca Cane with Concealed Bayonet Percussion Pistol

British antique ivory handled cane with concealed percussion pistol. Handle features a floral engraved silver band (British proofed) marked "W.H. Mitchell" in a border. To remove the pistol, pull the handle away from the shaft. The pistol itself features a fixed bayonet underneath it's 3 1/4 inch barrel. The pistol loads from it's muzzle end with powder patch and ball. The barrel is able to be unscrewed from the rear section to reveal a nipple on its back side in which a percussion cap may be placed. To cock, pull the spring-loaded top section of the round metal cocking mechanism away from the handle. Fire by pressing down on the trigger.

Class: Antique

Very good with some scattered light scratches and cracks on the shaft, some patches of light scattered pitting visible on the pistol, and some cracks on the otherwise fine handle. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Victorian India Combination Cane Gun, Knife, and Bayonet

Lot #289 (Sale Order 289 of 688)

Attractive Victorian India Combination Cane Gun, Knife, and Bayonet

Victorian India combination cane containing a percussion pistol/long gun, bayonet, and knife. Decorative etched and floral gilt inlaid metal shaft. The handle doubles as a grip with a top mounted percussion hammer and folding trigger and can be utilized as a long gun with 24 7/8 inch barrel fixed or a pistol by unscrewing a section of the barrel to leave a 5 3/8 inch section affixed. The butt of the grip contains a door with a small storage compartment inside. The bottom end of the cane shaft also has a removable metal 2 inch four sided sharp point bayonet that could also function as a spear head. Contained inside of the barrel is a removable brass tipped wood ram rod that also contains it's own unscrewable knife with a 2 7/8 inch metal blade.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining most of the gilt inlays with the remainder a smooth gray and brown patina. The gun is not mechanically functional in it's current state, the hammer is stuck in place.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

V. Funk & Sohne Side by Side Percussion Combination Gun

Lot #290 (Sale Order 290 of 688)

Finely Engraved, Gold and Silver Inlaid, and Relief Carved V. Funk & Sohne Side by Side Percussion Combination Gun

This mid-19th century sporting gun from the well-respected Funk family in Suhl has an interesting configuration. The left barrel has straight rifling for use with ball or shot while the right barrel has traditional rifling for more accurate shots with ball. Both bores measure approximately .58 caliber across the lands. The left barrel is fired using a plain trigger, and the right barrel is fired using an adjustable single set trigger. The rib has a bead style blade front sight, a notch rear sight with a second folding leaf, and "V. FUNK & SOHNE IN SUHL" inlaid in gold with a silver inlaid oval border and silver scroll accents. The rib on the breech and standing breech has inlaid gold and silver scroll and radiating line designs respectively, and the breech also has dual gold bands. The locks have "V. FUNK &. SOHNE" (right) and "IN SUHL." (left) inlaid in gold, bestial hammers with gold eyes and silver teeth, scroll engraving, scenes with a gold stag on the right and gold dog seizing a rabbit on the left, and pivoting hammer stalls. The tangs have scroll engraving. The ramrod pipes, wedge plates, and buttplate are German silver, and the wrist escutcheon is silver. The trigger guard is sculpted horn with checkering on the bow a scroll and shell design on the tail, and a separate ornate floral finial. The stock has a carved dogs head forend tip with contrasting inlaid eyes, scroll carving bordering the checkering on the forend and wrist, a raised relief carved scene of a dog getting caught on a tree while pursuing a boar behind the sculpted cheek rest, and a wood patch box lid with raised scroll carving at the front.

Class: Antique

Fine with bright gold inlays, natural aged patina on the silver, light aged patina on the German silver, traces of original case colors on the locks, 70% plus of the period refinished brown remaining on the barrels, some light oxidation mainly on the upper tang, crisp engraving, and mild overall wear. The stock is fine and has general minor scratches and dings, mostly crisp checkering and carving, and minor loss at the breech. Mechanically fine.

Wheellock Sporting Rifle by the Master of the Animal-Head Scroll

Lot #291 (Sale Order 291 of 688)

Extraordinary Relief Carved and Chiseled 17th Century Austrian Wheellock Sporting Rifle by the Renowned "Master of the Animal-Head Scroll" with Spanner

This 17th century rifle is a true work of art from end to end and is an exceptional example of how ornate wheellock firearms can be thanks to their production mainly being limited to arms for the aristocracy. Their artistry has also made wheellocks staples of the arms collections of world renowned art museums, but while many wheellocks have highly ornate stocks, this rifle also has full coverage chiseled and silvered designs on the visible portions of the lock and barrel, a very uncommon feature that really sets it apart. The amount of time invested in this incredible sporting rifle must have been extraordinary. Its incredibly ornate, relief carved stock is consistent with the work of a master gunstocker active in the early to mid 17th century and that has been nicknamed the "Master of the Animal-Head Scroll" (Meister der Tierkopfranke). This unidentified artisan produced some of the most ornate and beautiful stocks of the 17th century. The high coverage, relief carved floral scroll patterns with animal heads and animal designs are considered his hallmark. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in their listing for similar sporting rifle (Accession Number: 2018.103) with stock attributed to the this stockmaker states: the stock was "produced by the anonymous gunstocker called the Master of the Animal-Head Scroll, after the eponymous design motif that appears throughout his work. Probably employed by the imperial court in Vienna, he was active between 1624 and 1659, the dates recorded on his earliest and latest-known firearms. Characteristic of this master's work is the carving of the stock, with leafy tendrils ending in animal or bird heads, and the recessed background, which is either stippled or matted for contrast and, often, engraved with foliage." That rifle is pictured on page 154 from the "Antique Arms Annual" from 1971 in an article about Joe Kindig Jr.'s collection. Included with the rifle is a copy of the relevant page from the rough draft of Tom Lewis' book which notes that "The mate to this rifle is pictured in" the article "The Master of the Animal-Head Scroll" by Hans Schedelmann in "Arms and Armor Annual Volume 1" and is "located in the museum in Torino, Italy." Other examples are noted from the Collection of the Princes of Liechtenstein, and the rifle in the Philadelphia Museum of Art was made for Ferdinand III of Austria, King of Hungary and Bohemia. The current rifle has panels of relief carved scrollwork along the sides of the forend that include eagle masks, floral blooms, and leafs. The forend also has brass furniture engraved with coordinating floral designs. The patch box contains an iron spanner, and the lid has two lions and a pierced escutcheon with bestial mask finials and a human mask. The left stock flat has additional animals, including two deer, and the lock screw washers are shaped as cornucopias and heralds, the rear holding a serpent. The left side of the butt includes buildings by the barrel tang, a reposed figure with a leashed dog, a falconer, hunter with horn and spear, eagle head, brass cheekpiece plate with pierced scroll design with mask elements that coordinate with the stock carving and a central mother of peal inlay, bestial accent on the cheek piece edge, and a male figure with fruit on the accent near the edge of the butt. The buttplate is smooth staghorn. The MET's rifle also features high relief, silver ornamented chiseled designs on the barrel and lock that are very similar to this rifle. Note especially the lock designs which are clearly based on the same pattern with only minor differences. The rifled octagon barrel has engraving around the bore on the muzzle face, a brass dovetailed blade front sight, a dovetailed two-leaf rear sight (one standing, one folding), a flat folding peep sight with three apertures on the tang, and full coverage chiseled engraving highlighted by silver with a border and scroll design that incorporates repeating mask elements and a figure under a crown in different poses, including holding a sword on the breech section. The lock has a coordinating design that has a figure with scrolls emanating from their arms at the center flanked by two figures with horns whose bodies also terminate with scrolls, and floral designs. The rifle has double set triggers, and the trigger guard has finger grooves.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine with aged patina on the silver and brass, dark brown in the backgrounds on the barrel and lock, traces of gilt finish on the dog, and mild overall wear. The stock is also very fine and has crisp carving, smooth finish, minor dings and scratches, slight slivers absent by the barrel tang, and a few insignificant hairline cracks. Mechanically unteste
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Pair of Durs Egg Flintlock Officer's Pistols

Lot #292 (Sale Order 292 of 688)

Pair of Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Silver Mounted Carbine Bore Flintlock Officer's Pistols by Durs Egg -A) D. Egg Officer's Pistol

Pair of Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Silver Mounted Carbine Bore Flintlock Officer's Pistols by Durs Egg -A) D. Egg Officer's Pistol
These pistols are of near identical form as the pair built for the future George IV (then the Prince of Wales) by Durs Egg (1748-1831) that are contained within the Metropolitan Museum of Art (accession number: 35.81.1.-.2) and recently on display as part of the MET's "The Art of London Firearms" exhibit. The current pair has silver hallmarks for 1792 indicating they may actually predate the completion date of the Prince of Wales pistols by one to two years (noted as hallmarked 1793 and 1794). A "MB" silversmith's mark for Michael Barnett is on the trigger guard tang of the first pistol of the current pair. The embellishment, robust stock, and .65 (carbine) caliber bores would have certainly been very fitting for an English officer serving during the French Revolutionary Wars such as the War of the First Coalition that Britain took part in starting that same year. Perhaps they were made for an officer of one of the Prince of Wales's regiments such as the 10th (Prince of Wales's Own) Regiment of (Light) Dragoons, 3rd (Prince of Wales's) Dragoon Guards, or 12th (Prince of Wales's) Regiment of (Light) Dragoons. The pistols are signed "D Egg" at the center of the locks and have sunken golden "D. EGG/LONDON" cartouches with St. Edward's crown on the barrels at the breech along with a sunken golden fluer-de-lis on the upper three barrel flats, one thin and one broad gold band at the breech ends, gold vent liners, and gold lined flash pans. They are equipped with adjustable single set triggers. The sights consist of fixed gold blade front sights and dovetailed notch rear sights at the breech fitted between the maker's cartouche and gold bands. The Damascus barrels are par round and part octagon and have sighting flats on top and underibs with single ramrod pipes and London proofs on the undersides. The ramrod with the first pistol has a worm on the end, and the other has a plain end. Both have dark horn tips. The locks have sliding safety catches, stepped tails, and border, floral, and martial engraving. The standing breeches have border, martial, and floral engraving. Blank gold oval escutcheons are on the wrists, and iron floral engraved lock screw washers are on the left flats. The other furniture is silver. The forend caps have burst pattern engraving. The wedge escutcheons are plain. The trigger guards have urns of flowers, a portrait of a shepherd on the finials, and a burst pattern roundel followed by a border and martial design is on the bows, and the pommel caps have additional border, martial, burst, and floral patterns. The stoutly built walnut half-stocks have broad diamond checkering on the wrists with "x" marks on each diamond and molded borders.

Manufacture: Egg
Model: flintlock
BBL: 10 3/8 inch flat top
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: brown/gold/casehardened/silver
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine with natural aged patina on the silver mounts, bright gold, half of the period refinished brown finish and distinct twist patterns visible on the barrel, traces of case colors but mostly dark aged patina on the lock, generally crisp engraving, minor spots of pitting, and mild overall wear. The refinished stock has some flakes at the edges and thin cracks, a spliced section visible on the left side of the forend, distinct checkering, and mild dings and scratches. Mechanically fine.

B) D. Egg Officer's Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: Egg
Model: flintlock
BBL: 10 3/8 inch flat top
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: brown/gold/casehardened/silver
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Very good with attractive natural aged patina displayed on the silver mounts, bright gold, dark aged patina on the lock, 60% period refinished brown finish and distinct twist patterns visible on the barrel, some minor oxidation, generally crisp engraving and markings, repaired trigger guard tang with "punched" markings, and generally mild wear. The refinished stock has distinct checkering patterns, minor nicks at the edges, and general minor dings and marks. Mechanically fine. This is a very attractive pair of pistols very similar to a pair owned by King George IV of the United Kingdom and show signs of being used during the French Revolutionary Wars in defense of the kingdom against their long time French rivals.

Cased Pair of H.W. Mortimer & Son Carbine Bore Flintlock Pistols

Lot #293 (Sale Order 293 of 688)

Very Fine Cased Pair of H.W. Mortimer & Son Carbine Bore Flintlock Pistols -A) H.W. Mortimer & Son Flintlock Pistol

Very Fine Cased Pair of H.W. Mortimer & Son Carbine Bore Flintlock Pistols -A) H.W. Mortimer & Son Flintlock Pistol
This style was widely used by H.W. Mortimer & Son in a variety of sizes from full-sized, large bore "man-stopping" pistols down to smaller bore coat pistols in the early 1800s. This pair from c. 1810 is .65 caliber (carbine bore) and would have been well-suited for use by an English officer. A very similar pair in large caliber with a similar case and accessories is shown on page 53 of "The Mortimer Gunmakers, 1753-1923" by H. Lee Munson. The browned Damascus barrels are smoothbore and have dovetailed brass blade front sights, "H.W. MORTIMER & SON. LONDON./GUN-MAKERS TO HIS MAJESTY." signed on top at the breech, border engraving at the breech, and London proofs and the "crown/HM" maker's mark on the bottom. The serial number is marked on the underside of the barrels and on the upper edge of the locks behind the fence. The standing breeches include integral rear sights and floral and border engraving. The locks are signed "-H.W-/-MORTIMER-/-& SON-" at center and have engraved borders, burst, and floral patterns. The trigger guards have a pineapple finial, "89/FLEET STT" and floral engraving on the bows, and long tangs. The full-length stocks have diamond and circle checkering on the wrists and radiating lines on the pommels. The ramrods have horn tips and one has a covered worm on the other end. The case has green lining, an H.W. Mortimer & Son trade label, two compartment with brass ring pulls, several lead balls, a loading and cleaning rod with a covered ball puller, oiler, brush, jag, spare frizzen spring with roller, extra flints, screwdriver, ball mold marked "WD" and "No 17," and key.

Manufacture: Mortimer & Son
Model: Flintlock
BBL: 10 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 1400
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine overall. The barrel retains 50% original brown finish, the lock has case colors in the protected areas of the exterior and a bright interior, the furniture retains 60% plus original blue finish and the engraving and markings remain distinct. The stock has crisp checkering, minor marks, a hairline tension crack on the left, tiny hairline cracks at the nose and tail of the lock, a couple dark spots by the toe, and minimal wear. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine and had moderate age and storage wear.

B) H.W. Mortimer & Son Flintlock Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: Mortimer & Son
Model: Flintlock
BBL: 10 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 65
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 1400
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine overall with 50% plus original brown finish, light original case colors on the lock exterior, bright lock interior, 60% plus original blue, distinct markings and engraving, and minor overall wear. The stock has crisp checkering, a small flake at the edge on the left side above the flat, and a few light handling and storage marks. Mechanically excellent.

Pair of H.W. Mortimer Flintlock Dueling Pistols

Lot #294 (Sale Order 294 of 688)

Engraved and Silver and Gold Accented Pair of H.W. Mortimer Flintlock Dueling Pistols -A) H.W. Mortimer Dueling Pistol

Engraved and Silver and Gold Accented Pair of H.W. Mortimer Flintlock Dueling Pistols -A) H.W. Mortimer Dueling Pistol
This late 18th century pair of dueling pistols from Harvey Walklate Mortimer (1753-1819) has smoothbore Damascus barrels with dovetailed blade front sights, gold bands and vent liners at the breeches along with "H.W./MORTIMER" sunken gold maker's marks on top, integral notch rear sights on the upper tangs along with floral and classical martial themed engraving, "H.W. Mortimer" signed lockplates, gold lined pans, rollers on the frizzens riding on small ramps on the frizzen springs, sliding safeties, burst pattern engraving on the stepped tails of the locks, spurred trigger guards with gilt oval crests consisting of a rampant collard dog over a crown on the bows along with pineapple and vase design trigger guard finials, adjustable single set triggers, silver forend caps and wedge escutcheons, checkered wrists with chevron molding, and a carved scroll and shell design on the pommels.

Manufacture: British
Model: Flintlock Pistol
BBL: 10 1/4 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: brown/gold/silver/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine out of the attic condition with mostly dark patina throughout including an attractive dark aged patina on the silver fittings. The barrel retains distinct Damascus patterns and has original brown finish blended with the patina. The right ear of the rear sight is chipped. The stock is also fine and has crisp checkering and carving and some scratches and dings. The safety is frozen, but the pistol is otherwise mechanically fine.

B) H.W. Mortimer Dueling Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: British
Model: Flintlock Pistol
BBL: 10 1/4 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: brown/gold/silver/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine out of the attic condition with dark patina throughout, including dark aged patina on the silver. The markings and engraving remain distinct, and Damascus patterns remain visible along the barrel along with significant original brown finish blended with the patina. The stock is also fine and has crisp carving and checkering, a small flake at the nose of the lock, and general small scratches and dings. Mechanically fine. This is a classic pair of British dueling pistols by a talented maker that have clearly been untouched for a significant period of time.

Double Barrel Shotgun Commemorating the July Revolution of 1830

Lot #295 (Sale Order 295 of 688)

Extraordinary and Immensely Historic Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Raised Relief Carved French Double Barrel Percussion Shotgun Presented to the Last French Monarch King Louis Philippe I Commemorating the July Revolution of 1830 in France

This fascinating shotgun was commissioned in St. Etienne for presentation to King Louis Philippe I , the last French King following the July Revolution in 1830. The relief cast silver lion figural hammers use the lion's mouths as the striking point and have "EXULTAVIT/UT GIGAS..." (short for Psalm 18: "He rejoices like a giant/strong man to run the way") on the left with the lion stepping on the body of the serpent that is coming up a log and "VICIT LEO/DE TRIBU JUDA..." (short for Revelation/Apocalypse 5:5: "Weep no more; behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah [aka Jesus Christ], the Root of David, has conquered, so that he can open the scroll and its seven seals.”) with the lion stepping on the head of the snake wrapped around a log. The wrist escutcheon has "DE CINERE VITA" (From ashes, life) and a phoenix emerging from a fire in gold inlay. The inside of the buttplate's door has "COURAGE!/PRINCE/QUE/NOUS AIMONS/1830" (Courage! Prince that we love. 1830), "LOUIS VINCET NOTAIRE" on the left edge and "VILLE-FRANCHE (RHONE)" on the right edge (probably an engraver from the Villefranche-sur-Saône commune in the Rhone department of France), and the compartment has a matching Damascus nipple wrench with container in the handle and another Damascus container with gold inlays on the lids. The edges of the lock and furniture have borders with floral blooms and alternating gold star and scroll designs. The fences on the bolsters and borders of the triggers are also gilt. The stock has a floral pattern "checkering" on the forend and elaborate raised relief carving of two entwined snakes facing a bird (likely a phoenix) perched on an oak branch and staring down upon the snakes, a bird's head design on the front of the comb, and a curved cheek rest terminating in a floral motif. The barrel rib has "Parallelisme Parfait" (Perfect parallelism), and the underside of the barrels have French proofs, "MERLEY/*DUON*" (Augustin Merley-Duon was one of the best known barrel makers in St. Etienne), and what appears to be "REPOS." The standing breech has "*ROUX*/OFFREY" (possibly gunmakers Claude Roux or Jean Claude Roux and M. Offrey of St. Etienne) on the face between the hook slots. Louis Philippe I of France (1773-1850, reigned 1830-1848) was "First Prince of the Blood" in the House of Orleans and came to power during the July Revolution in 1830 after the downfall of his cousin Charles X and reigned until he was overthrown in the February 1848 Revolution. King Louis Philippe I was the last King and penultimate monarch of France. Antoine-Louis Barye designed "Lion with a Snake" in 1832 as a tribute to Louis Philippe's victory and also in reference to the constellations Leo and Hydra that were visible during the revolution. The king received the first cast. A lion battling a snake is also a symbol of good triumphing over evil. The bronze was well-received by the new king, and Barye was made a knight of the Legion of Honor. The phoenix on the wrist escutcheon and presumably the stock carving thus also represents the new king rising to power, and the serpents represent his enemies. In Genesis, a phoenix is the only animal in the Garden of Eden that refuses to eat the forbidden fruit and is given eternal life. In addition to the rebirth of France in the revolution, Louis Philippe may have been represented as a phoenix for resisting the temptation to rule as an absolute monarch and instead signing the Charter of 1830 limiting his power as "King of the French" rather than claiming the throne through divine right as "King of France." The strong Christian tones throughout are also interesting given the Charter of 1830 also removed Catholicism as the state religion, but the king remained a Catholic.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine overall with essentially all of the gold remaining, smooth even gray on most of the Damascus steel throughout along with distinct twist patterns, some brown patina on the trigger guard and butt, aged patina on the silver hammers, crisp engraving and carving, some faint hairline cracks in the otherwise very fine buttstock, and minor marks and scratches on the metal and stock. This an extraordinary museum quality presentation French double barrel shotgun full of symbolism among both the exceptional metal work and the extremely high quality raised relief stock carving.

Early 19th Century Embellished French Flintlock Cane Rifle

Lot #296 (Sale Order 296 of 688)

Early 19th Century Relief Chiseled French Flintlock Cane Rifle

Beautiful silver mounted and embellished French flintlock cane rifle. Carved dog's head motif detachable cane handle relief carved buttstock, a traditional detachable buttstock, and ferrule with brass tip (cracked). Scenic deep relief chiseled breech, trigger guard, and detachable buttstocks. Gilt frizzen pan. Lock engraved "Chasteau a Paris". Fine groove rifling. Bordered checkering in the wood. Early 19th century French silver hallmarks on the buttplate. To load, first remove the ferrule by pulling it out. Then unscrew the barrel from the breech, which reveals a 3.25 inch barrel for packing in powder, patch and ball.

Class: Antique

Fine with some light scattered light pitting on the barrel and areas of the lock, and crisp relief carving. Wood is fine overall with some dents and scratches, a few very light cracks at the wrist of the standard buttstock, and a well-defined dog's head. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Flintlock Pistol and Sword Cane

Lot #297 (Sale Order 297 of 688)

Combination Flintlock Pistol and Sword Cane Marked Price, London

Wooden cane with a shaft that is carved with six segments that taper down in diameter disguising a concealed 21 1/4 inch sword and a fully functional flintlock smoothbore pistol that is removed by pushing a spring loaded button on the left. The pistol has a flip out trigger, marked "-PRICE-/INVENTOR" on the left, "227 STRAND/LONDON" on the right, and "657 on the wood handle. The sword is finished nitre blue on the bottom half of the blade with gilt floral inlays. The outside of the locking collar of the cane is engraved in script "Cooper".

Class: Antique

Very good with some light related scratches and age related cracks in the wood. Pistol is fine overall and has some smooth scattered brown patina. Mechanically excellent. Blade has been rewelded together near mid-section. Balance of blade retains much of the original nitre blue and gilt.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Engraved Rieger of Munich Double Barrel Percussion Shotgun

Lot #298 (Sale Order 298 of 688)

Engraved and Silver Accented Rieger of Munich Double Barrel Percussion Shotgun

Johan Rieger was an active gun maker in Munich from 1843 to 1855. We previously sold another very similar double barrel sporting gun by Rieger that was made for Ludwig II of Bavaria. The rib has "RIEGER IN MUNCHEN" inlaid in silver and surrounded by silver inlaid scrollwork. The breech also has silver bands/key patterns. The locks, breech ends of the barrels, and much of the furniture have engraved scrolls. The locks also have rotating hammer stalls/safeties. The stock has checkering with scallop pattern borders as well as foliage carved around the upper tang, a wooden trigger guard with scroll tail, relief scroll carving behind the prominent cheek rest, and a plain bare butt with only a heel plate which is marked "3025."

Class: Antique

Fine with light patina forming on the otherwise bright cleaned metal, attractive contrasting aged patina on the silver, and general minor wear. The stock is also fine and has distinct checkering, a few minor chips, and scattered scrapes and dings. Mechanically excellent.

G.M. Funck Percussion Side by Side Shotgun

Lot #299 (Sale Order 299 of 688)

Silver Inlaid, Engraved, and Carved G.M. Funck Percussion Side by Side Shotgun

"Fürst/Löwenstein/seinem/G. Truchsess" (Prince/Löwenstein/his/G. Steward) is marked on the German silver escutcheon on the top of the wrist. The prince would be either Prince Adolf or Prince Wilhelm of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Freudenberg. It has a bead front sight, silver banded breech, eagle or similar birds for hammers, "G.M. Funck" in silver inlay on the right lock, "in Suhl" in silver inlay on the left lock, scroll and border engraving, a dog and bird scene on the trigger guard bow, checkered forend and wrist, patch box, cheek rest, and raised relief carved fox and rabbit scene with detailed foliage and textured background on the left side of the butt.

Class: Antique

Fine with 30% period blue remaining on the trigger guard and buttplate heel, aged patina on the silver, a mix of light gray and brown patina throughout, some minor oxidation, what appears to be a piece of metal imbedded into the ramrod entry ferrule, a few scratches, and general mild wear. The wood is also fine and has mildly worn checkering, a screw stabilized crack below the right lock, and general minor scratches and pressure marks. Mechanically fine.

Pair of German Parlor Pistols by Adolph Frohn of Suhl

Lot #300 (Sale Order 300 of 688)

Magnificent Pair of Highly Embellished Exhibition Quality German Parlor Pistols by Adolph Frohn of Suhl -A) A. Frohn Parlor Pistol

Magnificent Pair of Highly Embellished Exhibition Quality German Parlor Pistols by Adolph Frohn of Suhl -A) A. Frohn Parlor Pistol
This is a truly extraordinary pair of cased, relief engraved, and gold inlaid target pistols made by Adolph Frohn. Frohn was the Honorable Schutzenmeister of the Prvilegierten Schutzengild in Suhl from 1873-1893. These exquisite and ornate museum quality pistols feature delicate gold and silver inlays on the barrels, frames, trigger guards, and back straps and intricate antique ivory inlays on the stocks and case. They have Flobert style rolling block actions with off-set hammers and breech levers that are recessed into the back straps, single set triggers, and are fitted with fluted barrels fitted with elevation adjustable rear sights and fixed front sights. The trigger guards have prominent finger spurs. The barrels have a highly polished blue finish decorated with delicate gold inlaid scrollwork and floral designs. The muzzle and breech are inlaid with two gold bands. The maker's name and address, "A. FROHN, SUHL, GERMANY," is inlaid in gold on the left side of each barrel. "Crown/B" and "crown/U" proofmarks are stamped on the right side of each breechblock. The top of the front sight dovetails and the top of the front sights have the same gold inlays as the barrels. The muzzles are engraved with floral designs on lined backgrounds. The frames, trigger guards, back straps, and breech levers are color casehardened. The sides of the receivers have gold inlaid classical figures surrounded by gold and silver inlaid and engraved foliate designs on lined backgrounds. The gold and silver inlays are also present on the trigger guards, back straps, and breech levers. The sides of the breechblocks are polished bright, and the rear faces of the breechblocks are color casehardened and decorated with floral engraving. The hammers are gold plated and have engraved backs. The two-piece, wedge fastened, walnut stocks are covered with intricate and detailed inlays of flowing foliate designs ending in fanciful creature heads. Frohn was the designer of a Martini type action and also very famous for the look of the pistol frames similar to the Martini rifle frames. His inlay designs copy one of the most revered wheelock decorators of the early 17th century in Germany. Frohn chose this style from "the master of the animal head tendrils" to show that he could inlay wood with the best of the golden age German wheelock decorators. All of the great gun makers of the time made one piece in their career (taking many years to complete) that was far and away the most beautiful piece that they had ever done to show how good they were. These pieces were rightly called "masterpieces," and these were Frohn's masterpieces. They were never meant to be used. Instead they were intended to be shown at exhibitions. The pistol case has contrasting walnut veneers with an inlaid centerpiece and inlaid ebony edges. The fitted case is lined with green velvet and has ten compartments, including three with brass lids in addition to the fitted spaces for the two pistols. The case contains the following nickel plated accessories: (1) a cleaning rod, (2) powder measure, (3) case resizer, (4) de-capping tool, (5) a single cavity bullet mold, and (6) a capping tool. Also included is a copy of the Winter 2004/2005 (Volume 7 Number 4) issue of Der Waffenschmied, the Journal of the German Gun Collectors Association, which includes an article on the pistols and a 2 page spread with color photography. These pistols are a magnificent example of the finest of all German gunmaker's art.

Manufacture: German
Model: Parlor Pistol
BBL: 11 1/2 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 8 mm
Finish: blue/gold
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent plus. The pistol retains 98% of the original high polish blue finish and delicate case colors with only very minor storage wear. The flawlessly executed engraving is deep and crisp. The gold and silver inlays remain in perfect condition. The stock and intricate inlays are excellent and exhibit only very minor handling and storage wear. The action functions excellently.

B) Adolph Frohn, Suhl Germany Pistol
As described in "A".

Manufacture: German
Model: Parlor Pistol
BBL: 11 1/2 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 8 mm
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent plus. Nearly 98% of the original high polish blue finish and delicate case colors remain and show only slight storage wear. The engraving and inlays are in excellent, near perfect condition. The stock and intricate inlays are also in excellent condition and display only very m
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Ornate Damascened Caucasian Miquelet Pistol

Lot #301 (Sale Order 301 of 688)

Ornate Damascened and Silver Banded Caucasian Miquelet Pistol

This pistol is in the classic style of the Caucasus region. The maker's mark on the barrel is the same shape as the pistol in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Accession Number: 36.25.2239) that is noted as likely from Tbilisi c. 1846-1847, but the mark on this pistol is not legible. By that time, much of the region was under the control of the Russian Empire. It had previously been part of the Persian Empire. The metal components have damascene patterns mainly consisting of floral motif. The Damascus barrel has a flared muzzle, and the barrel bands are silver. The ball shaped pommel is antique ivory and has a lanyard stud with niello decorated silver floral base, and has diamond shaped bone or antique ivory inlays under the screws.

Class: Antique

Fine with aged patina on the silver bands, over half of the original gold remaining, and dark brown patina on the balance. The stock is very good and has splices in the forend tip section, attractive flame figure, and aged patina and some age cracks on the pommel and inlays. Mechanically fine.

Ornate Silver Mounted Greek/Albanian Flintlock Pistol

Lot #302 (Sale Order 302 of 688)

Ornate Silver Mounted Greek/Albanian Flintlock Pistol

This likely early 19th century "rat tail" pistol is a very ornate and more refined example of the style popular in the Balkans in the late 18th century and early 19th century and commonly identified as originating in Albania and sometimes Greece. The silver stock has a variety of primarily floral patterns with some niello accents. The barrel has some floral patterns, brass inlays, and a series of brass inlaid maker's marks on the breech. It has a flintlock rather than the more commonly seen miquelet lock, and the lock has light engraving and heavier sculpting and a bridle on the pan the extends down over the frizzen spring.

Class: Antique

Very good with dark gray and brown patina and mild wear on the lock and barrel, light patina on the stock which has crisp designs and dark niello accents, and general mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.

Indian Katar Armor Piercing Dagger with Dual Percussion Pistols

Lot #303 (Sale Order 303 of 688)

Indian Katar Armor Piercing Dagger with Dual Mounted Percussion Pistols

Produced at an unknown date, this is a fine katar outfitted with a pair of box lock screw barrel percussion pistols, one on each support arm, oriented in line with the blade. The katar measures 18 1/4 inches overall, with a 10 1/2 inch double edged spear point blade, shaped with broad double fullers, a raised reinforcement spine, and a floral motif at the base. The arms are 8 5/8 inches long and 2 5/8 inches wide at the grip, a dual-bar arrangement with the space between the bars decorated with two sculpted scenes of large birds, possibly hamsa, fighting. The pistols are numbered "1" and "2" on both the barrel and frame, respectively, each featuring light border engraving on the sides, a fish head hammer, and an engraved floral pattern to match the design on the blade behind the hammer.

Class: Antique

Fine overall, with a mixed gray patina and scattered mild spotting. The blade shows some chips and nicks along the edge, and some mild pitting is present on the pistols. Pistol #1 has a battered nipple, but both appear to be in good mechanical order.

Caucasian Miquelet Pistol with Gold Barrel Accents

Lot #304 (Sale Order 304 of 688)

Caucasian Miquelet Pistol with Gold Barrel Accents

This pistol features gold designs and calligraphic markings on the barrel which has sculpted raised designs, a groove rear sight on the upper tang, an elongated "Z" pattern side plate with spire finials, a small knob trigger without a guard, a separate rounded knob pommel on the stock, and was made without provisions for a ramrod. It is similar to miquelet pistols used by Cossacks and others in the Caucasus in the 19th century. Parts of the region were claimed by the Persian, Ottoman, and Russian empires. George Moller's small collection mark is near the toe on the pommel.

Class: Antique

Very good. Much of the original gold remains, and the balance of the metal has dark brown patina. The stock is very good and has a attractive flame figure, a spliced and then later cracked forend with pieces from the edges absent, and a cracked pommel, apparently from period use as a bludgeon. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Dumonthier Style Center-Fire Cartridge Rifle Cane Gun

Lot #305 (Sale Order 305 of 688)

Dumonthier Style Center-Fire Cartridge Rifle Cane Gun with Stag Handle

Stag handled Dumonthier style center-fire cartridge cane gun. The Malacca cane shaft separates in half for loading by turning the handle 1/8th turn to the left and separating the top from the bottom section, exposing a chamber for loading a centerfire cartridge. Once reconnected back together and lightly tightened, the sections can be pulled to reveal a section containing the trigger, cocking mechanism, and a housing for the spring-loaded firing pin. The serial number "24" is marked on the parts surrounding the firing pin. The steel barrel is housed inside the lower part of the shaft and contains a removable brass ferrule at the muzzle end.

Class: Antique

Fine with some scattered light handling marks, and some cracks at the ends of the shaft and on the right side of the otherwise fine stag handle. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

French 17th Century Malacca Shaft Sword Cane

Lot #306 (Sale Order 306 of 688)

French 17th Century Malacca Shaft Sword Cane

French 17th century Malacca shaft sword cane with partially engraved 28 1/2 inch triangular blade. Gilded decorations on either end of the handle depicting Greek columns, branches, and flowers.

Class: Other

Good with some handling marks, scratches, cracks, and an attractive lightly polished blade. The metal tip is heavily used.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Disguised French Rimfire Cane Gun

Lot #307 (Sale Order 307 of 688)

Disguised French Rimfire Cane Gun

French rimfire single shot cane gun with stepped bamboo shaft housing a metal barrel. The side of the metal firing mechanism is marked "BREVETE S.G.D.G." which is an abbreviation for Sans garantie du Gouvernement, a disclaimer required by the government of France stating that it does not guarantee enforcement of the claimed patent. To operate, unscrew the wood handle a couple of turns to withdraw a pointed end that keeps the handle rigid when tightened, rotate the decorated metal collar to reveal the cocking mechanism, then pull the wood handle downwards, pull the end of the threaded cocking mechanism back and lock it to the rear by rotating the decorated metal collar to the left. Load a rimfire cartridge by unscrewing the barrel about three inches below the top end of the "bamboo" shaft. After screwing the section back in, it is ready for fire after removing the brass tipped wood ferrule from the muzzle end. To fire, rotate the decorated metal collar to the right to release the firing pin.

Class: Antique

Very good with some light handling marks, and some cracks in the refinished bamboo. The handle collar is loose. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Early 19th Century French "Demi Solde" Sword Cane

Lot #308 (Sale Order 308 of 688)

Early 19th Century French "Demi Solde" Sword Cane

After Napoleon lost the battle of Waterloo, the restored French king removed the officers who had rebelled against him in order to support Napoleon's return to power. They were retired from military service, disarmed, put on half-pay (Demi Solde) and their freedom of movement in the country was highly restricted. The sword in this cane is almost certainly the sword a French officer used in Napoleon's battles. Against the rules, the officer decided to keep his sword, with flax yarn woven around it and brass nails added to give a better grip... the former officer got away with his ruse and was able to parade his battle sword and Imperial Eagle around town right under the noses of authorities.

Class: Other

Very good overall with some light aging and wear on the lightly pitted blade.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Cased Colgan of Limerick Engraved Percussion Pepperbox

Lot #309 (Sale Order 309 of 688)

Cased Colgan of Limerick Engraved Percussion Pepperbox

This revolver came out of the shop of Colgan & Son or William Colgan in Limerick, Ireland, around the 1840s. It has "COLGAN, LIMERICK" inscribed on the left side of the frame, light London proof and view type markings in the flutes of the six-shot barrel group, scroll and floral engraving, a sliding safety, silver wrist escutcheon, checkered grip, border carving at the butt, and a small cap compartment inside the engraved cap. The red velvet lined mahogany case has a label with a coat of arms with three crescent moons with a band of three five pointed stars, a bird with a laurel branch over a torse crest above the escutcheon, a banner with the motto "BEATI PACIFICI." below (blessed are those who make peace), and "Henry Fitz Simons" on the bottom. The case also contains a powder flask, patch cutter, screwdriver, nipple wrench, oiler, rod, cap tin, and bullet mold. The identity of the owner is not clear given the many men by that name in the period. One candidate is Henry Fitzsimons (1824-1902) who immigrated to the U.S. from Ireland in the early 1850s and lived in Rock Island, Illinois, through at least the early 1860s and is buried in Poweshiek County, Iowa.

Class: Antique

Very good with strong patches of original niter blue on the top of the trigger, mottled gray patina on the balance of the metal, crisp engraving, distinct checkering with some mild wear, and some minor marks and scratches. The barrels do not consistently rotate when fired, but otherwise mechanically fine. The case and accessories are very good and have mild overall wear. This is a nice set. Firearms out of mid-19th century Ireland are rare and particularly interesting given Ireland's turbulent history in that period.

Engraved British German Silver Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #310 (Sale Order 310 of 688)

Engraved Young of Bury St. Edmunds German Silver Percussion Pepperbox Pistol

This six-shot pepperbox pistol is signed by William Young of Bury St. Edmunds (referred to simply as Bury), England. The floral scroll engraved German silver frame signed "YOUNG" on the right and "BURY" on the left. Additional engraved work decorates the bar hammer, trigger guard and grip cap. The action features a casehardened bar hammer and a sliding hammer safety. Alternating "crown/GP" and "V" proofs are stamped on each barrel cluster flute. An engraved floral band is featured on the barrel cluster at the muzzles. The one-piece grip features fine checkering, compartment butt cap and blank silver escutcheon.

Class: Antique

Very fine. The barrel cluster retains 85% bright original high polished blue finish with a few areas of smooth brown patina. 50% original blue remains on the trigger guard. The German silver is also very fine. The hammer retains 70% original case colors. The engraving is crisp. The grip is excellent with crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Game Scene Lefaucheux Pinfire Underlever Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #311 (Sale Order 311 of 688)

Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt's Incredible Documented, Relief Chiseled Game Panel Scene Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Exhibition Quality Lefaucheux Pinfire Underlever Double Barrel Shotgun with Tooled Leather Case and Documentation

This historic shotgun is pictured and discussed at the beginning of "Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist" by R.L. Wilson on pages 8 and 9 and listed as "custom made for Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt (1794-1871). . .The fact that C.V.S. owned this gun, and that TR's uncle Robert had highly recommended the type, would have impacted Roosevelt's father's choice of a gun for his precocious and outdoor-loving son." The included letters from the 1970s indicate the shotgun belonged to Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt Jr. (1827-1887), the future president's uncle. Most important is the December 21, 1976, letter from John Alsop (1915-2000), grandnephew of President Theodore Roosevelt and first cousin once removed of Eleanor Roosevelt, where he states that this beautiful shotgun from 1866 had originally belonged to his grandmother's uncle Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt who was also President Theodore Roosevelt's uncle. Alsop indicates he left the gun to Alsop's grandmother, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson (1861-1933), who in turn passed it down to his mother, Corinne Alsop Cole (1886-1971), and the gun resided in the attic of their home in Avon, Connecticut, for many years. It was sold in 1973 by Alsop and his siblings following their mother's death. Also included is a copy of "The Strenuous Life: The 'Oyster Bay' Roosevelts in Business and Finance" by William T. Cobb which provides biographical information on the family. Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt Sr., Theodore Roosevelt's grandfather, is the subject of the fourth chapter of that book "'C.V.S.' and the Roaring Forties" which describes his role in the family, including the building of their wealth and influence. He was the last member of the famous Roosevelt family to have full-Dutch ancestry and was one of the richest men in New York City and the country in the mid-19th century. He left considerable wealth to his family from their hardware and glass importing business, real estate holdings in New York, and his prominent position at the Chemical Bank of New York. As a young boy, Theodore Roosevelt watched Abraham Lincoln's funeral procession in New York from his grandfather's window. Among C.V.S. Roosevelt's children was Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt Jr. He was wealthy philanthropist and a known friend of the working man. At the time of his death, his estate was worth an estimated $1-2 million (around $28-56 million adjusted for inflation). Since he had no children of his own, he left much of his wealth to his several of his nieces and nephews. While the family indicated this beautiful shotgun ended up in the hands of the future president's sister, Theodore Roosevelt received an estimate $100,000-$150,000 ($2.8-4.2 million adjusted for inflation). This added to the wealth left behind by the death of young Roosevelt's father. The president's son Theodore Roosevelt III later named one of his son's Cornelius Van Schaak Roosevelt III honoring his great grandfather and great uncle. Though the future president did not receive this shotgun, it likely played an important role in his father's choice of his first gun as a youth as alluded to in Wilson's caption for this shotgun noted above as well as in his earlier book "Theodore Roosevelt Outdoorsman." Robert Barnhill Roosevelt (1829-1906), another of the Roosevelt's uncles, was a sportsman and wrote about the Lefaucheux shotguns with praise saying "The best and most generally adopted of the various kinds [of breechloaders] is the Lefaucheux…" in his book "Game Birds of the North" which was published in 1866, the same year this shotgun was made. Given this, Cornelius Sr. or Jr. may have ordered the gun based on Robert's suggestion or he may have even ordered it for them himself. Perhaps multiple of the Roosevelt men ordered shotguns from France at that time. Theodore Roosevelt Jr.'s own first gun was also a Lefaucheux 12 gauge pinfire double gun made in 1872 and purchased for him by his father. It is pictured on pages 18 and 19 of "Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist" and page 13 of "Theodore Roosevelt Outdoorsman" and is in the collection of the Sagamore Hill National Historic Site. It is also shown in period photographs in young Roosevelt's hands in the books. The exact details of the order for this incredible shotgun in 1866 have been lost to time, but regardless of whether President Theodore Roosevelt's grandfather or uncle originally owned the gun, it clearly came down directly through the Roosevelt family. Such a fine gun would have caught the young Roosevelt's eye given his well-known fondness for fine guns throughout his life, and this gun plus his uncle's preference for them l
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C. Guntermann Rotary Underlever Single Barrel Sporting Rifle

Lot #312 (Sale Order 312 of 688)

Elaborate Panel Scene Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Relief Carved C. Guntermann Rotary Underlever Single Barrel Pinfire Sporting Rifle

This rifle from Carl Guntermann's shop in Dusseldorf has a Damascus barrel with entwining gold lines in gold at the muzzle, transition point, and breech, a gold band at the breech, a flat rib with dovetailed blade and notch sights and "C. GUNTERMANN IN DUSSELDORF" signed in gold, raised ribs on the breech section, a Liege provisional proof on the lower left, and "13.0" on the lower right. The frame, back action lock, trigger guard, and buttplate are engraved with excellent German "black leaf" engraving patterns and floral accents along with gold inlaid border lines, a chamois head among the designs on the upper tang, and exceptional relief panel scenes of deer on the sides of the frame, lock, and trigger guard bow. The trigger guard is also finely sculpted and has a scroll design at the front and spur at the rear and is joined with an equally finely shaped horn grip extension with pierced scroll designs. The lever arm is also horn, and the forearm is neatly shaped and has relief scroll carving with a stippled background. The buttstock also has excellent relief carved leafy scroll patterns and stippled backgrounds on the wrist, attractive figure, and a shadow line cheek rest. Sling swivels are fitted to the bottom of the barrel and buttstock.

Class: Antique

Very fine with crisp engraving, 75% of the faded brown finish Damascus patterns on the barrel, bright gold inlays with minimal loss, an attractive gray patina on the foregrounds and darker backgrounds on most of the action and furniture, some stronger finish in the protected areas of the trigger guard and in patches on the buttplate, isolated minor oxidation, and generally minimal wear. The wood is also very fine and has exceptional crisp carving, light scratches and dings, some filled faults in the buttstock that are original, and some small chips on the corners of the forend. Mechanically excellent.

Janus Schindler Percussion Sporting Rifle

Lot #313 (Sale Order 313 of 688)

Elaborate Janus Schindler, Chiseled, and Relief Carved Percussion Sporting Rifle

Janus Schindler of Brun is listed in "Der Neue Stockel" by Heer as active around 1780. The barrel has eight-groove rifling, a blade front sight, notch rear sight with four folding leaves, "Janus Schindler in Brun" etched among scrolls on top in the breech section, and a floral engraved breech plug. The lock has elaborate Rococo scroll patterns as does the most of the furniture. The trigger guard bow has a group of classic arms and armor. The iron ramrod ferrules have an attractive twist design. The wrist has a slot for a peep sight and a silver escutcheon inscribed with script initials (the first appears to be "G", and the second is "S"). It is equipped with adjustable double set triggers. The stock has a horn forend cap, raised scroll and floral carving, checkering on the wrist, pierced iron scroll inlay on the cheek piece and toe, and a wooden patch box with coordinating fittings. "8" is marked in the patch box compartment in pencil.

Class: Antique

Very good with half of the refinished brown on the barrel, light gray patina on the remaining metal, some mild pitting, crisp engraving, and general mild wear. The stock is very good and has crisp checkering and carving, a small chip below the hammer, and general mild scrapes and dings. Mechanically fine.

Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Carved Goellner Percussion Shotgun

Lot #314 (Sale Order 314 of 688)

Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Carved Goellner Percussion Shotgun

Goellner was active around the 1820s-1840s. The barrel has a brass blade front sight and "GOELLNER A SUHL" surrounded by scrolls in gold inlay. It is dated 1827 on the underside of the barrel. The lock has "GOELLNER A SUHL." in gold inlay as well and border, scroll, and storm cloud engraving and a bestial hammer design. The trigger guard and trigger mechanism are interesting. Pulling the trigger without squeezing the tail of the trigger guard only allows the hammer to drop to half-cock; thus, the trigger guard effectively serves as an early grip safety. The brass furniture has some attractive floral engraving, and the stock has a contrasting horn cap, checkering on the grasping section and wrist, a cheek rest on the left, and attractive relief floral carving. "47" is marked on the forend near the tip.

Class: Antique

Very fine with 90% plus period brown and gold finish, area of cleaning and pitting along the left side of the barrel flat, light original case colors and gray patina on the lock, aged patina on the brass, and general minor wear. The stock is also very fine and has crisp checkering and carving, a few dings and scrapes, a small chip at the tail of the right flat, and a hairline crack along the right side of the comb. Mechanically fine. This is a very attractive and mechanically interesting German hunting gun.

Prince Ludwig Ferdinand of Bavaria Side by Side Shotgun

Lot #315 (Sale Order 315 of 688)

Incredible Historic Royal Presentation Grade Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and Raised Relief Carved 20 Gauge Side by Side Hammer Shotgun from L. Dieter of Munich Owned by Prince Ludwig Ferdinand of Bavaria

This incredible royal shotgun from circa the 1880s belonged to Prince Ludwig Ferdinand of Bavaria (1859-1949) and was previously exhibited at the Deutsches Jagdmuseum in Munich. In addition to his roles as General of Cavalry of the Bavarian army, Royal Colonel of the 18th Bavarian Infantry, and head of a dragoon regiment, he was a surgeon and gynecologist, which was highly unusual for a prince. During World War I, he was the head of surgery at the military hospital in Munich. He was the nephew of King Maximilian II of Bavaria, King Otto I of Greece, Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria, and King-Consort Francis of Spain. King Alfonso XII of Spain was his first cousin, and Ludwig Ferdinand became an Infante of Spain following his marriage to Alfonso's sister Maria de la Paz in 1883. The bottom of the frame has the prince's monogram in gold, and the engraving throughout consists of classic German "black leaf" engraving with gold inlaid borders along with putti, a dog, a rabbit, and a large mask of a bearded figure on the buttplate (likely representing a wild man, a popular motif in German engraving). The forend and stock have coordinating relief carved "black leaf" patterns with a harpy and bestial mask (likely a satyr) on the forend, winged figure on the right side of the stock and coordinating winged female figure carved on the horn grip extension (both may be sirens), and an exceptional raised relief panel on the left behind the cheek rest with the head of the stag from the tale of St. Hubert (the prince was a member of the Order of St. Hubert) over a coat of arms at the center with a winged helmet at the top and a bird on the escutcheon, masks on the sides of the "frame," two putto supporters, and a spread wing bird at the bottom. The Damascus barrels have a bead front sight, "L. Dieter Munchen" in gold inlay, and gold inlaid scrolls and putti at the breech end. The underside has "282" on the bottom of the left barrel and German eagle and "crown/R" (repair) and "crown/W" (choke) proofs and "20" both circled and uncircled. The watertable has "333" and eagle and "crown/R" proofs. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): chambers measured at 2 1/2 inches; bore diameter 9 inches from the breech .632/.628 inches; choke constriction .003/.022 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.029 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/4 inch drop at heel; 13 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 5 lbs 6 oz.

Class: Antique

Exceptionally fine with bright gold inlays, 60% of the brown finish and distinct Damascus patterns along the barrel along with patches of minor oxidation, mix of silver-gray on the foregrounds and mainly darker backgrounds on the remaining surfaces which have crisp engraving, and generally minor wear. The wood is also very fine and has exceptional raised relief carving, attractive figure, and light overall handling and storage related wear. Mechanically fine. This is a beautiful royal shotgun owned by Prince Ludwig Ferdinand of Bavaria.

Cased Pair of Engraved Westley Richards Percussion Belt Pistols

Lot #316 (Sale Order 316 of 688)

Cased Pair of Engraved Westley Richards Percussion Belt Pistols -A) Westley Richards Belt Pistol

Cased Pair of Engraved Westley Richards Percussion Belt Pistols -A) Westley Richards Belt Pistol
These c. 1840 pistols feature smoothbore barrels signed "WESTLEY RICHARDS, 170, NEW BOND ST., LONDON.", double platinum banded patent breeches with pierced platinum plugs, bead and notch sights, swivel mounted ramrods, belt hooks on the left sides, "WESTLEY RICHARDS" signed on the locks, sliding safeties, primarily scroll and floral engraving, silver wedge and wrist escutcheons, checkered wrists, and small compartments in the pommel caps. The case has a Westley Richards trade label inside the lid, 17 bore ball mold, small powder flask, balls, cap container, wrench, and a cleaning rod.

Manufacture: Westley Richards
Model: Percussionwr
BBL: 6 1/2 inch octagon
Stock: checkered walnut
Gauge: 68
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 748
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine with 85% plus brown, casehardened, and blue finish remaining; crisp markings and engraving, dark aged patina on the silver, and minimal overall wear. The stock is also very fine and has crisp checkering, some work by the belt hook base, and minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are fine and have some minor age and storage related wear.

B) Westley Richards Belt Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: Westley Richards
Model: Percussionwr
BBL: 6 1/2 inch octagon
Stock: checkered walnut
Gauge: 68
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 748
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine with 80% plus brown, casehardened, and blue finish; some rubbing on the lock, dark aged patina on the silver, repaired/replaced hammer, and minor marks and scratches. The stock is also very fine and has crisp checkering, light dings, and smooth finish. Mechanically excellent.

Early 19th Century Lambert's Patent Marked Percussion Cane Gun

Lot #317 (Sale Order 317 of 688)

Early 19th Century American Lambert's Patent Marked Percussion Cane Gun

Cane rifle with bamboo shaft and antique ivory handle. The gun, concealed inside the knob handle, is marked "LAMBERT'S/PATENT" on the side of the trigger mechanism and follows a February 27, 1832 dated patent attributed to Roger N. Lambert of Upton, Massachusetts. To operate, pull the handle a half inch back and unscrew it from the shaft/barrel, then load the end of the detached handle with powder, patch and ball and screw it back on to the end of the barrel. Next, pull the handle back to cock the mechanism, then push down on the handle so that it is at a 20 degree angle and hold it down, the hammer will rise and the trigger will automatically open. With the hammer in the up position a percussion cap can be placed and the trigger is able to be pulled for firing as long as the handle is held down at an angle. The brass ferrule at the muzzle flips open upon cocking. Metal rifled bore inside of the bamboo shaft.

Class: Antique

Very good with some cracks in the shaft and handle, and scattered light pitting and dark patina visible on the metal surfaces of the gun. Mechanically functions fine, although slightly loose mechanism.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Mid-19th Century Japanese Sword Bamboo Cane

Lot #318 (Sale Order 318 of 688)

Mid-19th Century Japanese Sword Bamboo Cane

Japanese sword with a 25 inch curved blade turned into a cane. Surrounded by carved wood to appear like bamboo with a metal ferrule on bottom and a pearl on top of the handle. The tang shows two mekugi-ana, one at the very end which was cut in half when the blade was shortened, 9 notches cut into the lower right side of the spine, and a 5-symbol signature on the left.

Class: Other

Very good with some light handling marks and a fine, sharp bright polish sword blade. The exterior has been repainted during period of usage.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Disguised Percussion Gun Cane

Lot #319 (Sale Order 319 of 688)

Unique Disguised "Bamboo" Percussion Gun Cane

Unmarked percussion cane gun featuring a painted metal shaft/barrel meant to resemble bamboo. The wood ferrule functions as a removable three piece wood ramrod and cleaning rod. Loading is done from the bottom of the cane/muzzle end with powder, patch and ball. To cock, the round knob on top is pulled upwards, functioning as a spring-loaded percussion hammer. The handle on the top end of the cane is utilized as a grip and the second round knob below functions as a trigger, able to be pulled back for firing.

Class: Antique

Fine overall with some light scattered chips on the shaft, period appropriate wear, and dark patina on the metal surfaces. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Underhammer Percussion Cane Gun

Lot #320 (Sale Order 320 of 688)

Underhammer Percussion Cane Gun

Undisguised percussion underhammer cane gun. Wood grip, bright frame, and steel smoothbore barrel painted black. Small Birmingham proofs marked on the left breech end of the barrel. Removable brass tipped wood ferrule.

Class: Antique

Good, retaining most of the period re-applied black paint over pitting on the barrel with some scattered light chips, and some scattered mild pitting on the frame. The refinished grip is very good with some light handling marks. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Larry Mattson Collection

Pirlot Brothers Licensed Adams Model 1851 Percussion Revolver

Lot #321 (Sale Order 321 of 688)

Magnificent Cased Exhibition Quality Engraved and Silver Plated Pirlot Brothers Licensed Adams Model 1851 Double Action Percussion Revolver with Accessories

This revolver is based on Robert Adams' August 22, 1851, patent. The Model 1851 was the first commercially successful double action revolver but lacked the ability to fire in single action. Like many Belgian firearms makers, the Pirllt Brothers of Liege were fond of using the designs of gunsmiths from other nations. However, unlike many Belgian copiers, the Pirolt Brother arms were known for high quality. They were active from the 1830s into the 1870s. Some of their arms were likely imported into the U.S. and used during the Civil War. This revolver was manufactured on license through Deane, Adams & Deane as confirmed by the "MANUFD BY PIRLOT BROTHERS LIEGE LICENSED BY DEANE ADAMS & DEANE LONDON" marking across the top strap and barrel. The firm also manufactured some licensed copies of Colt's revolvers which is interesting given that Adams and Colt were intense rivals in the European market. The success of Adams' designs ultimately forced Colt to close their London Armory just three years after it opened. The barrel marking indicates the revolver was manufactured between 1851 when the design was patented and 1856 when Adams left to start the London Armoury Company. The right side of the frame under the cylinder is marked "ADAMS S, PATENT No 9851." Both of these markings are hand engraved. The matching serial number is marked on the side of the cylinder. A "crown/U" proofmark is stamped on the barrel on the left at the breech, and additional proofmarks are on the rear face of the cylinder between the nipples. The left side of the frame has a "crown/PF" stamp and "ADAMS/1851/PATENT" marking. Nearly all of the metal surfaces are covered with detailed leafy scrollwork engraving and punch dot backgrounds. The grip has silver stud accents, demons, mythical beasts, and floral designs. Demonic figures and the occult were particularly popular themes in the Victorian Era. The revolver comes in a two level case. The upper section is a French fitted insert for the revolver, powder flask, bullet mold, oiler, wrench, screwdriver, jag, patch cutter, and bore rod and also has a compartment with a cap container and the key. The two lower compartments have wooden lids and contain a measurement chart for wire, rope, chain, and other items; a compass with the headings to various locations, a magnifying glass, folding ruler, two protractors, small ruler, and a set of draftin/cartography tools.

Class: Antique

Very fine. 98% plus of the period replaced silver remains. There is some very slight spotting, a few minor marks, and some dark residue/patina on the rear of the cylinder. The grip is also very fine and has distinct designs a very slight hairline crack on the upper right, and some slight handling marks. Minor pitting is visible under the plating. The action functions fine, and the markings and engraving patterns are crisp. The refinished case is very good and has only minor exterior wear from storage. The interior lining has faded and has some minor stains. There is some damage where the sights have dug into the case. The accessories range from fine to excellent. Most of the upper compartment tools are excellent and show little to any signs of use. This is an absolutely beautiful revolver with exhibition level engraving.

Pair of Johann Springer Percussion Target Pistols

Lot #322 (Sale Order 322 of 688)

Incredible Exhibition Quality Pair of Relief Chiseled, Gold Inlaid, and Relief Carved Percussion Target Pistols by Johann Springer of Vienna -A) J. Springer Target Pistol

Incredible Exhibition Quality Pair of Relief Chiseled, Gold Inlaid, and Relief Carved Percussion Target Pistols by Johann Springer of Vienna -A) J. Springer Target Pistol
This highly embellished pair of pistols marked for Johann Springer were likely manufactured shortly after he took over the shop of Mathias Nowotny in Vienna in 1857. Springer had worked for Nowotny for 15 years before the latter took his life, and he married Nowotny's sister in 1857. He went on to be a gunmaker for the court of Emperor Franz Josef. The shop continued on after his death in 1875 and remained renowned for their quality arms. The etched Damascus barrels are rifled and have dual gold bands at the muzzles, dovetailed blade front sights, "JOH: SPRINGER VORM: NOWOTNY IN WIEN" signed in gold on top, gold scroll patterns and bands at the breech ends, and "1" and "2" respectively on top at the breech and undersides. "1" and "2" are also in gold at the rear of the breech tangs. The patent breeches have platinum plugs Screw adjustable notch rear sights are fitted on the upper tangs. The locks are signed "WIEN" and "SPRINGER" respectively. Essentially full coverage engraving covers the outer metal surfaces with the exception of the Damascus barrels, wedge plates, and single set triggers. The designs include complex intertwining scrolls, masks, sphinxes, classical figures, and eagles. The figures vary slightly between the two pistols. For example, the sphinx on the first pistol is female, and the sphinx on the second pistol is male. The stocks have relief carved scrolls with foliate accents and ribbed wrists and are marked "VOLK" on the forends under the barrels. Blank silver escutcheons are inlaid at the top of the wrists.

Manufacture: European
Model: Percussion
BBL: 9 5/8 inch solid rib
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45
Finish: gold/brown/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine overall with bright gold inlay, mostly smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, crisp engraving and carving, dark aged patina on the silver, and minor age and storage related wear. The set trigger needs adjusted; otherwise mechanically fine.

B) J. Springer Target Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: European
Model: Percussion
BBL: 9 5/8 inch solid rib
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45
Finish: gold/brown/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine overall with bright gold inlay, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, crisp engraving and carving, attractive aged patina on the silver, and some minor age and storage related wear. Mechanically excellent.

Cased Trulock & Harriss 14 Bore Percussion Side by Side Shotgun

Lot #323 (Sale Order 323 of 688)

Cased Finely Engraved Trulock & Harriss 14 Bore Percussion Side by Side Shotgun Inscribed as Owned by the Prince Consort and Subsequently Presented by Queen Victoria to Henry Lawley with a Piece of Lace Identified as from the Trousers of the Prince Consort

The buttplate of this classic percussion double barrel shotgun is inscribed "THIS GUN BELONGED TO/his Royal Highness/the Prince Consort/AND WAS GIVEN TO/Henry Lawley/by Queen Victoria/12 JUNE 1862." Prince Albert (1819-1861) was the devoted and beloved husband of Queen Victoria. Though he officially held little power, he was very influential during his life largely due to his influence on the Queen. He was keenly interested in the sciences and inventions and was very involved in the first World's Fair, the famous The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations held in 1851 and better known as the Great Exhibition or Crystal Palace Exhibition. He was also an avid hunter. He died just under 6 months before this presentation on December 14, 1862, from complications of typhoid. Following his death, Queen Victoria wore black in mourning for the rest of her life. Henry Lawley is identified as one of Albert's physicians in an included description for the gun which also notes that Trulock & Harriss were exhibitors at the First World's Fair in London in 1851 and that this may have been a gift to the Prince Consort by Queen Victoria herself for his birthday in 1862 while they were in Dublin visiting Prince Albert Edward. Lawley's status as one of Albert's physicians could not be confirmed; however, the Royal Calendar for 1862 lists Henry Lawley as a "Page of the Presence./First Class," and earlier calendars from the 1850s confirm the same. In that position, he would have worked in the royal household attending to the guests of Queen Victoria and would have also been present when she held council. A piece of gold lace in an envelope noting it as from the Prince Consort's trousers is also included along with clippings from 1902 relating to the trees planted at the Flemish Farm in Windsor Great Park in memory of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria.The browned Damascus barrels are signed "TRULOCK & HARRISS, 9 DAWSON ST. DUBLIN" on the concave rib which also has a bead front sight and scroll engraving at the breech end. The serial number, "5881," is marked on the bottom of the barrels and breech plugs along with the lower tang. The breech plugs have floral engraved platinum plugs, dual platinum bands, and a grotesque mask on the rib. The locks are signed "TRULOCK/& HARRISS" and have birds and scroll engraving. A pointer scene is on the trigger guard bow, and the balance of the furniture is primarily scroll engraved. The long trigger plate tangs form a nearly seamless band from the ramrod entrypipe to the back of the wrist. The wedge and wrist escutcheons are silver. The nicely figured and varnished stock has checkering with molded borders on the forend and wrist and 14 5/8 inch length of pull. The case contains a silver caper engraved with Prince Albert's coat of arms and labeled as such, a brown leather sling, brown leather bound Sykes patent powder flask with tip-up measure, brown leather shot flask marked "BRAZIER" on the spout, oil bottle, charger, mainspring vice, modern pin punch, and cap tin.

Class: Antique

Fine with 85% of the period refinished brown and casehardened finish, natural aged patina on the silver, 85% of the blue finish on the buttplate, 25% of the original blue finish on the remaining furniture with areas faded to smooth brown patina, crisp engraving and markings, and minor age and handling related wear. The stock is very fine and has crisp checkering, some small dings and light scratches, and minor edge wear. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with cracks and chips in the lid, mild wear on the lining, and some loose dividers, and the accessories are very good. There is an attractive aged patina on the engraved silver capper. This is a classic Irish percussion double barrel shotgun inscribed as owned by the Prince Consort and subsequently presented by Queen Victoria just six months after his death.

Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Cased Pair of Engraved J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistols

Lot #324 (Sale Order 324 of 688)

Massive Cased Pair of Engraved J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistols -A) J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistol

Massive Cased Pair of Engraved J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistols -A) J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistol
James D. Dougall was established in Glasgow as fishing tackle maker and transitioned over to gunmaking and had a shop in London in 1863 after introducing his Lockfast action the year prior at the World's Fair in London. These large bore pistols featured especially fine and dense scroll engraving that even extends onto the breech end of the barrel. The smoothbore Damascus barrels have bead style front sights and are signed "J.D. DOUGALL. 59 ST. JAMES'S STREET LONDON" and marked with London proofs. There are no rear sights. The breech plugs have pierced platinum plugs. The locks are signed "J.D. DOUGALL." in banners. The half-length stocks have horn forend caps, blank gold wrist escutcheons, checkered wrists with attractive borders, and compartments in the pommels. The case has a J.D. Dougall trade label referencing the "Lockfast Breechloading Gun & Rifle" and also contains an assortment of loading and maintenance accoutrements, including rods, rod attachments, a patch cutter, screwdriver, nipple wrench, James Dixon & Sons flask, turned container with two spare nipples, an oiler, and cap tin.

Manufacture: J.D. Dougall
Model: Percussion
BBL: 11 3/8 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 68
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Exceptionally fine with 95% of the original brown and casehardened finish and 70% plus of the original blue finish on the trigger guard. The barrel has distinct Damascus patterns. The engraving and markings remain crisp throughout. The stock is also very fine and has crisp checkering and minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are very good with some minor age and storage wear including some staining and contact wear on the label and lining.

B) J.D. Dougall Percussion Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: J.D. Dougall
Model: Percussion
BBL: 11 3/8 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 68
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent with 90% plus of the brown finish, 95% casehardened finish, and 70% plus of the original blue finish on the trigger guard. The minor fading is mainly at the edges and lower tang. The barrel has distinct Damascus patterns. The engraving and markings remain crisp throughout. The stock is also excellent and has crisp checkering and a few very minor handling and storage marks. Mechanically functions fine but is missing the half-cock notch. This is definitely a very attractive cased pair of powerful percussion pistols that was well-suited for a well-to-do British gentleman, particularly a military officer.

Engraved John S. Roberts English Percussion Revolver

Lot #325 (Sale Order 325 of 688)

Exceptional Cased Exhibition Quality Relief Panel Scene Engraved John S. Roberts English Percussion Revolver

Offered here is a gas sealed single action, six shot revolver. The barrel is signed "JOHN S. ROBERTS" and features engraved scrollwork at the muzzle and on the sides of the lug. The frame, fluted cylinder and grip cap feature full coverage scroll engraving. The frame has an engraved oval panel tiger scene on the left side and a mythical winged creature amongst the scrollwork on the right side. The scrollwork extends to the dolphin hammer. Each cylinder chamber is numbered and has either a "crown/V" or "crown/GP" proof. These London proofs are repeated on the underside of the barrel. The barrel is equipped with fixed sights. The grip cap has a compartment. The barrel has a high polish blue finish, and the remaining surfaces are casehardened. The near full checkered grip features a carved shell pattern at the frame juncture and a blank silver oval thumb escutcheon. The brass mounted partitioned case is lined in navy blue baize and contains a James Dixon & Sons powder flask, combination tool, bone container, oiler, wooden percussion cap container with caps, bore rod and lead rounds. John S. Roberts was likely a retailer.

Class: Antique

Excellent. The barrel retains 97% bright original high polish blue finish with high edge wear on the balance. The remaining surfaces retain most of the bright original case colors, which are muted by the extensive excellent coverage of the embellishment. The grip is also excellent with most of the checkering remaining crisp. Mechanically fine. The case is fine showing minor handling/storage marks and a loose partitioned wall on the otherwise very fine original lining. The accessories are all excellent overall. An impressive work of exhibition quality engraving on a revolver that will be a welcome addition to even the most advanced antique arms collection.

Bryce, Edinburgh Rifled Saw Handle Percussion Dueling Pistols

Lot #326 (Sale Order 326 of 688)

Very Fine and Scarce Engraved Long Barreled Rifled Saw Handle Percussion Dueling Pistols Signed by Bryce of Edinburgh -A) Saw Handle Dueling Pistol

Very Fine and Scarce Engraved Long Barreled Rifled Saw Handle Percussion Dueling Pistols Signed by Bryce of Edinburgh -A) Saw Handle Dueling Pistol
These long barreled dueling pistols were retailed James Bryce of No. 4 West Register Street, Edinburgh, Scotland. The long Damascus barrels have rifled bores (fine rifling with small lands and wide, rounded grooves), low profile dovetailed blade and notch sights, signed "BRYCE EDINBURGH" on top, Birmingham proofed on the bottom, and fitted with platinum banded and plugged patent breeches with flourishes of shell and scroll engraving on top. The upper tangs also have scroll and floral engraving and are followed by small silver oval inlays that coordinate with the silver forend caps and wedge escutcheons. The flat locks are also signed "BRYCE" and have sliding safeties behind the hammers and fine scroll and border engraving. The furniture also has scroll and floral engraving, and the trigger guards are spurred. The distinctive and rare saw handle stocks have checkered wrists. The baleen ramrods have brass tips. A letter from Arnold M. Chernoff on March 19, 1966, is included noting that he had sold the pistols and discussing the fact that dueling pistols with barrels over ten inches long are rare, rifled dueling pistols are rare, and saw handle dueling pistols are about twenty times as rare as regular handled dueling pistols. Given that, this is an incredibly rare pair of pistols.

Manufacture: British
Model: Percussion
BBL: 11 3/8 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue/silver
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Fine. The barrel has 95% of the older period applied refurbished brown and displays beautiful twist patterns along its length. The silver components have dark aged patina. The lock and pommel cap retain 50% of the lightly faded original case colors. The hammer has a crack in the face. The trigger guard has patches of bright original high polish blue finish visible on the inside of the bow and gray and brown patina on the balance. The engraving and markings remain crisp. The stock is very fine and has some minor scrapes in the otherwise crisp checkering, smooth finish, and minor dings. Mechanically excellent.

B) Saw Handle Dueling Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: British
Model: Percussion
BBL: 11 3/8 inch octagon
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54
Finish: brown/casehardened/silver/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine with 60% of the faded original brown finish and distinct twist patterns visible along the barrel, 50% original case colors, dark aged patina on the silver, 50% original bright blue finish on the trigger guard, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, distinct engraving and markings, and minor overall wear. The stock is also very fine and has minor marks in the otherwise crisp checkering, light scratches and dings, strong original finish, and a small spot filled on the right side of the forend that appears to be original to the gun. Mechanically excellent. This is a very attractive, rare, and interesting set of Scottish retailer marked saw handle dueling pistols.
Provenance: Formerly of the Arnold M. Chernoff Collection

Engraved Pair of Hamburger & Co. Percussion Pistols

Lot #327 (Sale Order 327 of 688)

Engraved Pair of Hamburger & Co. Percussion Pistols -A) Hamburger & Co. Pistol

Engraved Pair of Hamburger & Co. Percussion Pistols -A) Hamburger & Co. Pistol
A very similar cased pair is in the National Trust Collections in the UK at Rufford Old Hall and listed as manufactured c. 1826 near the end of the firm of Hamburger & Co. (1812-1826) who are identified as “Sword Cutlers & Gunmakers, 30 King’s Street, Covent Garden, London.” The barrels have post front sights, “LONDON” signed on top, Birmingham proofs on the bottom, and swivel mounted ramrods. The breeches have platinum plugs, and fixed notch sights are on the standing breeches. The flat locks are signed “HAMBURGER & CO” and equipped with sliding safeties. The wedge and wrist escutcheons are silver, and the forend tips are horn. The rest of the furniture is blued steel. There is primarily scroll engraving throughout. The nearly full-length stocks have checkered wrists.

Manufacture: English
Model: Percussion
BBL: 7 1/2 inch flat top round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 67
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine with 85% plus original brown finish and distinct twist patterns along the barrel, 98% of the vibrant original case colors remaining on the breech plug and lock, aged patina on the silver, and 75% plus original blue finish on the remaining furniture. The stock is fine and has numerous mild scrapes and scattered dings, otherwise crisp checkering, and most of the original varnish. Mechanically excellent.

B) Hamburger & Co. Pistol
See "A."

Manufacture: English
Model: Percussion
BBL: 7 1/2 inch flat top round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 67
Finish: brown/casehardened/blue
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Class: Antique

Condition: Very fine with 90% of the original vibrant case colors remaining on the lock and breech, 80% plus original brown finish and distinct twist patterns along the barrel along with minor spotting, attractive aged patina on the silver escutcheons, and 80% plus original blue finish on the furniture. The stock is fine and has numerous mild scrapes and dings, crisp checkering, and most of the glossy finish. Mechanically excellent.

E. Pertuiset Paris Marked Double Action Top Break Revolver

Lot #328 (Sale Order 328 of 688)

Attractive Finely Engraved, Gold and Silver Inlaid, and French E. Pertuiset Paris Marked Double Action Top Break Revolver

Information on E. Pertuiset is difficult to find, but records indicate that he was a weapons inventor active in the immediate post-Civil War era and was most noted for creating explosive fillers for small arms projectiles; reportedly the Russian use of this invention led to the Saint Petersburg Declaration of 1868 banning exploding shells of less than 400 grams. Dovetailed blade front sight, with a light border engraving at the muzzle accented with alternating gold and silver inlaid beads, with fine floral scroll work on multiple components, "ACIER FONDU" (cast steel) on the left side of the barrel lug among floral scroll engraving, "E. PERTUISET a PARIS" on the right barrel flat, and silver wire inlay on the top strap. Further scroll engraving is present on the frame, with the cylinder decorated with a mix of engraving, gold and silver bead inlays and gold washed border lines. Fitted with a pair of smooth grips with engraved escutcheons and a lanyard swivel. Provenance: Gillespie collection.

Class: Antique

Very fine, with 70% of the bright original high polish blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, spotting, and mild handling marks. Some of the bead and wire gold inlays have been lost, and the gold inlay shows wear appropriate to age. The grips are also very fine, with a few light scuffs and an attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent.

Cased Devisme Centerfire Revolver

Lot #329 (Sale Order 329 of 688)

Cased Devisme Centerfire Revolver

Louis-François Devisme (active around 1833-1886) is well-known for creating a variety of innovative and often unusual firearms. His revolvers were among the earliest centerfire revolvers and are very robust. Known Devisme clientèle include high level Confederate generals and politicians like Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis, French Emperor Napoleon III, Queen Victoria, King Luis I of Portugal, and other European nobility, and high end Devisme arms are part of some of the finest private and public collections in the world including in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. These early cartridge revolvers were manufactured from the very end of the 1850s to the 1870s. This revolver has a dovetailed round blade front sight, "Devisme a Paris" in script on top of the barrel, a "crown/AF" indicating production by August Francotte on the right side of the frame lug, "97" and a circled "B" on the bottom of the frame, a full fluted cylinder with "3" on the rear face, a solid raised piece on the top of the breech face at the rear of the top strap (apparently missed being notched for a rear sight), "17621" marked on the breech face, "C" on the left side below the recoil shield, checkered ebony grips, and a lanyard ring on the butt. Includes a hardwood case fitted for the revolver with "AE" in Gothic script inscribed on the lid escutcheon, "DEVISME/A PARIS" in gold on the violet velvet lining, a cleaning rod, and a screwdriver.

Class: Antique

Fine with bright metal surfaces, minor spots of staining/light pitting, and general light wear overall. The grips are very fine and have crisp checkering and light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good and has light age and storage related wear.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Braendlin Vaughan & Co. Tranter Patent "Man-Stopper" Revolver

Lot #330 (Sale Order 330 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Braendlin Vaughan & Co. Retailed Tranter Patent "Man-Stopper" Double Action Revolver in .577 Boxer Pictured in "Tranter Cartridge Firearms"

Manufactured in the late 19th-century, these revolvers nicknamed "Man-Stoppers" were developed to do just that. Experiences of primarily British military officers and civilian personnel of the empire had shown that, when confronted with some of the native populations that were less than accepting of being colonized, many of the anemic smaller caliber revolver cartridges of the time just wouldn't cut it. These experiences of course also included all manner of local wildlife, which in many areas of the empire placed human beings very far from the top of the food chain. Their solution was a larger heavier bullet, leading to the development of the .577 Boxer cartridge, a shorter version of the .577 Snider and Martini-Henry cartridges popular in the military at the time which had proven their performance. The .577 Boxer packed a bullet weighing in at roughly twice that of the legendary .45 ACP and sent it down range at approximately only 100FPS slower. These revolvers were a direct result of needing a larger revolver capable of chambering the new .577 Boxer cartridge. This example was manufactured by Braendlin, who took up residence in Tranter's facilities and produced some of his designs, much like Tranter had done with Adam's patents previously. Braendlin's trademark crossed pennants over "B" is on the upper left of the frame which also has light border and flourishes of scroll engraving. The top of the frame is retailer marked "VAUGHAN & Co/39 STRAND LONDON" and there are standard British proofs throughout. The cylinder backplate is marked "TRANTER'S/PATENT" and "BRAENDLIN'S/IMPROVEMENT". The face of the cylinder, cylinder pin, front of the frame, and under the cylinder backplate are all numbered "4". It is fitted with brass bead and frame notch sights, a checkered grip, and a lanyard loop on the butt. This specific revolver is pictured and described on p. 242-243 of "Tranter Cartridge Firearms" by Black, Guerin, and Michaud.

Class: Antique

Fine, retains 50% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth brown-grey patina, and the markings and engraving crisp. The grip is very fine with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Kynoch Gun Factory Model 1868 Tranter Patent Revolver

Lot #331 (Sale Order 331 of 688)

Engraved Kynoch Gun Factory Model 1868 Tranter Patent Double Action Revolver with Scarce Late Production Fluted Cylinder in Highly Desirable .500 CF

Manufactured c. 1885-1889, in the short-lived Aston Kynoch factory, with desirable late production features. The most prominent and unusual of these features is the late style fluted five-shot cylinder, which is rarely seen on the Model 1868. Many of the guns made at this factory found their way to the Transvaal (modern South Africa) during the height of the British Empire. The top barrel flat is marked "KYNOCH GUN FACTORY ASTON" with "500" on the upper left and British proofs throughout. The frame shows light double line border engraving, floral designs around the side plate screw, and light engraving at the muzzle. It is with fitted blade and frame notch sights, the late style ejector rod with rocker bar cylinder pin retainer on the left side of the frame, a one piece checkered grip, and a lanyard ring on the butt.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retains 75% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish and 75% of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to a smooth mostly grey patina and some scattered minor handling marks. The grip is fine with some scattered light dings and scratches and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

H. Burgsmuller & Sohne System Burgsmuller Schuetzen Rifle

Lot #332 (Sale Order 332 of 688)

Exceptional Panel Scene Engraved and Relief Carved H. Burgsmuller & Sohne System Burgsmuller Schuetzen Rifle

This c. 1908 rifle dates to after Hermann Burgsmuller's son Karl became the manager of the company. The barrel has a radiating design engraved on the face of the muzzle, a post front sight on a ramped base with open top globe (wings), fluted fore section, stippled top flat, large adjustable notch rear sight, empty non-factory drilled taps for scope mounting, "H. BURGSMULLER & SOHNE" inlaid in silver on the upper right flat near the breech, "KREIENSEN-GERMANY" inlaid on the upper left flat at the breech, the matching serial number on the left flat, two silver bands at the breech, and German proofs and the "4.08" proof date on the underside. The frame has the serial number on the left, "SYST. BURGSMULLER/D.R.G.M." inscribed on top, classic German black-leaf engraving, a mask design between the breechblock and peep sight base, large diopter peep sight, mythical beast on the right side along with a scene of two men talking, another scene of two men on the left side with one seated and another shooting a rifle as well as a building in the background and detailed foliage, a rendition of Pheme/Fama (Fame) to the rear of the panel scene (winged figure blowing a horn), another mask design on the lever, and drop out double set triggers. The forend has a carved dog's head with glass eyes, floral carving on the rear flats, and a mounted palm rest. The Tyrolean buttstock has coordinating floral carving on the flats at the front of the wrist, scroll accents around the checkering, a large cheek rest followed by a highly detailed relief engraved scene of an excited marksman with his hat in one hand and a pipe in the other and a target in the background, a stippled thumbrest on the right, and a hooked buttplate. A modern plastic transport case with interior fitted to the rifle is included.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with exceptionally crisp engraving, dark patina on the silver, 85% original blue and 75% casehardened finish, smooth gray and brown patina on the balance, and generally only light wear. The barrel has some bright spots and light pitting visible ahead of the forearm on the left side. The wood is fine and has crisp carving and checkering, minor dings and scratches, and a repaired thumb rest. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Engraved Martini Action Schuetzen Rifle

Lot #333 (Sale Order 333 of 688)

Engraved Martini Action Schuetzen Rifle

The barrel has a post front sight with winged adjustable base, an adjustable notch rear sight fitted on the flared mounting section, German proofs and "7.14" proof date on the bottom, and the caliber designation ahead of the forearm. The frame has scroll and border engraving, German proofs, and a peep sight on an integral base with large disk. It is equipped with replacement double set triggers and mounted with a smooth Schnabel forearm and checkered stock with large rectangular cheek rest and hooked buttplate. An unrelated false muzzle, starter, and adjustment key are included.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine with 85% plus of the original blue and 40% casehardened finish, some light spotting, and general minor wear. The wood is fine and has some glued repairs and flakes in the edges of the wrist, light figure, mild scratches in the otherwise crisp checkering, and general minor wear. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Diedrich Niemeyer Gilt Presentation Sword with Scabbard

Lot #334 (Sale Order 334 of 688)

Exceptional Gilt Presentation Sword with Scabbard Inscribed to Captain Diedrich Niemeyer by the New York Schuetzen Corps in 1912

The 32 inch straight blade is decorated with gilded etching that includes a motif based on the Great Seal of the United States on one side, intertwined "US" on the other side, and "FRANCE" and an unclear maker's mark on one ricasso. The gilt brass hilt has eagle, lion, and floral motifs, pearl grip with gilt wire wrap, and gilt sword knot. The nickel scabbard has brass fittings. The folding languet is inscribed "PRESENTED TO/Capt Diedrich Niemeyer/New York City Schuetzen Corps/JANUARY 9TH 1912." An obituary in The Herald Statesman from 1963 indicates he was a German born restaurateur who ran Niemeyer's Restaurant on Central Park Avenue and a Mason. Before the U.S. became involved in World War I, Schuetzen clubs were major parts of German-American culture, and many still remain active today.

Class: Other

Exceptionally fine overall with mostly bright blade with minor oxidation in the background etching, minor dents on the scabbard, and minor age and handling related wear. Pearl grip is excellent.

Attractive A. Francotte "Krupp Revolver" .577 Caliber Revolver

Lot #335 (Sale Order 335 of 688)

Attractive Antique Engraved A. Francotte "Krupp Revolver" .577 Caliber Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in Belgium, this revolver is chambered for a massive .577 caliber cartridge. Handguns so chambered, sometimes called "stopping guns", were typically marketed as weapons of last resort for hunters in Africa and India, where a man might find themselves in a situation where nothing less than maximum handheld firepower will save their life. Such handguns are also known to have been privately purchased by officers looking for something more potent than the typical sidearm. Blade front and notch rear sights, with "KRUPP/REVOLVER" on the top strap, "577" on the left side of the barrel, "516" on the frame, and Belgian proofs on the barrel and cylinder. Overall design bears are resemblance to the Smith & Wesson #3 Russian, with a spring loaded retainer latch on the top strap, an auto-ejector mechanism, and a spur rest for the middle finger on the trigger guard. The rebounding hammer is fitted with a shallow hook that engages with the latch at the moment of discharge, acting as an automatic reinforcement for the closure mechanism. The barrel, top strap and frame are finely sculpted with leafy scrollwork, a lanyard ring is installed on the butt, and the grips are checkered.

Class: Antique

Very good. Traces of original nickel finish are present at the muzzle end of the barrel and in the rib flutes, on the frame beneath the cylinder, and other protected places, with most of the surface having turned a smooth gray patina with mild spotting, a few areas of shallow pitting and scattered handling marks; generally, a honest antique. The grips are good, with a small chip and a short crack in the right panel near the back strap heel, a thin crack on the left in the same region, light chipping around the butt, and mild wear and handling overall. Mechanically fine.

Provenance: The Clive Cussler Collection

Massive French 24-Shot Trap/Remote Fire Double Action Revolver

Lot #336 (Sale Order 336 of 688)

Massive French 24-Shot Trap/Remote Fire Double Action Revolver

This massive revolver is in a similar configuration to other revolvers that have previously been listed as trap guns, remote fire guns, or keel guns. It has a large 24-shot cylinder, ring trigger for attaching a line, and "grip" area that appears more functional as a mounting point. There are faint French proofs on the right of the barrel and lower left of the frame, and a larger "13" on the front of the frame.

Class: Antique

Good, showing mostly a smooth brown patina and black enamel on some of the smaller mounting hardware with some scattered light pitting and oxidation. The hammer functions, but does not rotate the cylinder. Quite a conversation piece!

Engraved John Adams Patent Model 1867 Double Action Revolver

Lot #337 (Sale Order 337 of 688)

Finely Engraved John Adams Patent Model 1867 Double Action Revolver

This early John Adams's patent revolver is the Model 1867A variant with the rotating switch that releases the ejector rod. The barrel has "ADAMS'S PATENT SMALL ARMS Co., 391, STRAND, LONDON." and a dovetailed blade front sight. London proofs are on the upper left flat and the cylinder. The frame has a fixed notch rear sight, "ADAMS'S PATENT, 1857." and the Adams's trademark on the right side, "No1857" on the cylinder, and "1857" in the hammer well. Flourishes of English style floral scroll engraving are visible throughout and it is fitted with a one-piece checkered grip.

Class: Antique

Fine, retains 70% of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth brown-grey patina, primarily on the grip straps and trigger guard. The grip is very fine with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically functions, although the cylinder does not lock up tight.

Holland & Holland .577 3 Inch Nitro Express Hammer Double Rifle

Lot #338 (Sale Order 338 of 688)

Very Fine & Rare Engraved Holland & Holland .577 (3 Inch Nitro Express) Double Barrel Rotary Underlever Big Game Hammer Rifle with Case

This fine double big game rifle was built at the turn of the 20th century and is highly unusual in being a hammer rifle made for use with nitro cartridges. The blued barrels are each engraved with double border lines at the breech end and respectively signed “HOLLAND & HOLLAND. 98. NEW BOND STREET. LONDON.” and “WINNERS OF ALL THE “FIELD” RIFLE TRIALS LONDON.” The flat partially matted rib has a ramped bead front sight with flip-up moon-sight and blued rear sight of one standing notch sight and two folding notch leaf sights each with platinum inlaid center line and graduated to 300 yards. The casehardened action has carved percussion fences and a long top strap extending to the comb. The left side of the action is engraved “CHARGE 89 GRAINS CORDITE/.577 CASE 3 INCHES”. The casehardened rebounding back action locks are each signed “HOLLAND & HOLLAND”. The Jones patent underlever, trigger plate, trigger guard and pistol grip cap with hinged trap cover are also casehardened. There is border and scroll engraving throughout. The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with London nitro (Cordite) proof marks, and an import mark is under the forearm. The figured walnut pistol grip stock has a 3/4 inch rubber recoil pad, raised cheekpiece, checkered grip and forearm, casehardened lever fastener on the forearm, and a blank silver oval initial escutcheon on the underside of the butt along with a sling mount, and the corresponding sling mount is fitted beneath the barrels. It comes in a leather and oak case with maker's trade label and red lining. 14 1/2 inch length of pull. Weight 12 lbs.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as professionally refinished and was probably in little used condition before it was refinished. The barrels, action, locks, and furniture retain nearly all of the reapplied finish throughout. The barrel signatures and the engraving have been very well refreshed. There is some minor storage surface corrosion marking to the left fence and the left hammer retaining screw and slight loss of finish to the left lock. The wood is very fine with scattered minor age related handling blemishes, well-defined checkering, and expertly replaced forearm. The restored case is fine with mild wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

George Gibbs 12 Bore Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #339 (Sale Order 339 of 688)

Fine & Very Rare Engraved George Gibbs 12 Bore Double Barrel Sidelever Hammer Ejector Shotgun

Manufactured in circa 1897, this very rare hammer ejector features blued barrels each engraved with a band of stylized foliage at the breech end and a flat rib signed “GEORGE GIBBS. 39 CORN STREET BRISTOL. BARRELS SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH’S FLUID PRESSED STEEL” with a bead front sight, bouquet and scrollwork engraving towards the breech, and “2” inlaid in gold. The casehardened action has carved percussion fences and is also numbered “2” in gold inlay. The casehardened sidelocks are signed “GEORGE GIBBS” with rebounding hammers. It has a casehardened trigger plate, blued sidelever, blued trigger guard, casehardened grip cap, and casehardened heel and toe plates. It is finely and profusely decorated with classic English bouquet and scroll engraving. The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with Birmingham nitro proof and nitro reproof marks. The well-figured walnut pistol grip stock has carved drop points and panels of multipoint checkering to the grip and forearm, and the latter has a blued Anson push button release. The underside of the butt has a blank gold oval initial escutcheon. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): chambers proved at 70 mm (2 3/4 inches); bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both reproved at 18.6 mm and measured .735/.734 inches; choke constriction .008/.012 inches; minimum wall thickness .025/.025 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 15 5/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 7 lbs 4 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine as expertly refinished. The barrels retain near 100% reblued finish with softened engraved decoration to the rib. The action, locks, and furniture retain nearly 100% of their renewed finishes, and the engraving is clear throughout. The left lock mainspring is a little weaker than the right lock mainspring; otherwise, it is mechanically excellent. It was expertly restocked and has sharp checkering, beautiful figure, and minimal light marks. Hammer ejector shotguns are highly sought-after, and this is certainly a very attractive example.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Engraved E. M. Reilly 39 Bore Back Action Hammer Double Rifle

Lot #340 (Sale Order 340 of 688)

Antique Engraved E. M. Reilly .500 Black Powder Express Back Action Hammer Double Rifle

Browned Damascus steel barrels with beaded blade front and two leaf (marked "100" and "200") rear sight on the matted, flat solid rib which is marked "E. M. REILLY & Co. NEW OXFORD STREET, LONDON & RUE SCRIBE, PARIS", "HENRY'S PATENT" marked on either barrel ahead of the flats, single extractor, and London black powder proofs. Both flats are proof marked "39" for 39 bore, while not marked this rifle is chambered in .500 black powder express. The casehardened, back action hammer locks and receiver display classic tight scroll engraving with E. M. REILLY & Co. LONDON" on either lock. The gun features double triggers, carved fences, rebounding hammers, and individual hammer lock safeties. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings including the wedge fastener and pistol grip stock with horn grip cap, cheekpiece, gold inscription oval marked with a stylized "B", and blued steel buttplate. Length of pull 14 7/16 inches. Weight 8 lbs 11 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 90% original brown finish with strong Damascus pattern on the barrels and some staining along the rib, 95% original case colors, and mild handling evidence. The trigger guard, tangs, and barrel release all retain the majority of their blue. The wood is also very fine with scattered dings and scratches, slightly oversized buttplate showing some blue loss, some light chipping around the edges, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Lang & Hussey .577 Double Barrel Hammer Rifle with Case

Lot #341 (Sale Order 341 of 688)

Fine Engraved Lang & Hussey .577 (Black Powder Express) Double Barrel Rotary Underlever Big Game Hammer Rifle with Case

This fine double big game rifle was built in circa 1897-1898 during the latter period of the partnership between James Lang, son of Joseph, and Henry Hussey who until 1894 had been an assistant manager at Holland & Holland. The blued barrels are respectively signed “LANG & HUSSEY LD.” and “102. NEW BOND STREET. LONDON,” and each breech end is engraved with a band of stylized foliage. The raised flat file cut matted rib has a bead front sight, blued rear sight of one standing notch sight and two folding notch leaf sights graduated to 300 yards each with platinum inlaid center line, and doll’s head extension. The casehardened action has carved percussion fences, Jones patent underlever, casehardened trigger plate, and casehardened trigger guard. The casehardened back action rebounding locks each have a blued safety catch in front of the hammer and is signed “LANG & HUSSEY LD.” There is border engraving with lines of running foliage and rosettes on and around the screwheads. The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with London black powder proof marks. The well-figured 14 inch walnut pistol grip stock has a slender rubber recoil pad, raised cheekpiece, and checkered grip and forearm, and the latter has a lever fastener. The underside of the butt has a blank silver oval initial escutcheon and sling eye, and a corresponding sling eye is fitted beneath the barrels. Weight 10 lbs. 5 oz. It comes in a brass cornered, leather fitted case lined in green baize with a black leather Joseph Lang & Son trade label with gilt lettering inside the lid and the exterior of the lid marked for “LT. COL. O.Y. HIBBERT./1st. R.W. KENT. RGT.” The bottom of the case has a "COX & KING'S/(AGENTS), LTD/BOMBAY" markings. The case markings indicate it was owned by English officer Oswald Yates Hibbert (1882-1966). He reached colonel in the Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment, was awarded the Distinguished Service Order during the first Mesopotamian compaign of World War I, was held as a prisoner along with 226 other men from his unit by the Ottomans after the Siege of Kut-al-Amara (only 6 survived the harsh conditions), remained in the Army in the interwar era in India and Ireland after recovering from the privations of captivity, retired, and returned to service during World War II as the commander in the North West region of Britain and ended his career at the rank of brigadier.

Class: Antique

Fine. The barrels retain 95% reblued finish with some scattered age related marks, handling blemishes, and softened signatures. The action and locks retain 50% original faded casehardened finish and crisp engraving. The stock has minor age related storage and handling marks and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent. The relined case has exterior age stains and marks, restored lid ends, and replacement straps.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Alexander Henry .450 Underlever Hammer Rifle

Lot #342 (Sale Order 342 of 688)

Engraved Alexander Henry .450 (Black Powder Express) Double Barrel Rotary Underlever Hammer Rifle

The maker’s records confirm that this second quality rifle was completed in 1891 for Manton & Co. It has browned Damascus barrels engraved with bands of stylized foliage at the breech end, a flat partially file cut matted rib signed “ALEXR. HENRY. EDINBURGH AND LONDON”, bead front sight, and rear sight of one standing notch sight and one folding notch leaf sight. The action has carved percussion fences, border and scroll engraving, and rebounding back action locks with safety catches and signed “ALEXR. HENRY.” The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with London black powder proof marks. The well-figured walnut pistol grip stock has a checkered grip and forearm, dark horn cap, lever forearm fastener, and a replacement rubber recoil pad. The underside of the butt fitted with a sling eye, and the corresponding sling eye is fitted beneath the barrels. 14 1/2 inch length of pull. Weight 8 lbs. 2 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine with 75% plus of the older rebrowned finish on the barrels remaining, some spots of discoloration, light traces of original case colors on the action and locks, mottled gray patina on the balance, distinct engraving and markings, and minor overall wear. The refinished wood has crisp checkering, attractive grain, and minor marks and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Joseph Jakob Double Barrel Boxlock Hammerless Rifle

Lot #343 (Sale Order 343 of 688)

Outstanding Joseph Jakob of Philadelphia "Purdey of America" Double Barrel Boxlock Hammerless Two Barrel Set Rifle in 45-70/40-65 with Case

This high quality Joseph Jakob double rifle comes with two solid rib barrels numbered to the gun, fitted with a fixed notched rear sight, low blade front sight with flip up moon, and extractor. The barrels have "S" marks indicting manufactured in Suhl, and are marked "JOSEPH JAKOB MAKER" and "No. 1156 PASSYUNK AVE. PHILADELPHIA" on top. The boxlock action features cocking indicators, attractive border and scroll engraving, and "JOSEPH JAKOB" on both sides. The scrollwork extends to the break lever, trigger guard, and forearm hardware. The action features double triggers and automatic tang safety. The nicely figured forearm and round knob pistol grip buttstock feature an elaborate monogram that appears to be "AFF" branded on the tear drop flats and checkered hard rubber buttplate. Weight: 9 lbs. 6 oz. Philadelphia gunmaker Joseph Jakob is believed to have been around for about a decade at his Passyunk Avenue shop, circa 1870 to 1880. His guns were of the highest quality and only a small number of his works are known to have survived. The quality of his guns has earned him the nickname "Purdey of America." The leather bound oak takedown case holds both barrels.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent. The receiver retains 98% of the vivid original case colors. The barrels retain 97% plus of the original brown finish. The excellent wood shows some scattered minor dings and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with some minor handling/storage marks.

John Rigby & Co. .470 (Nitro Express) Double Rifle

Lot #344 (Sale Order 344 of 688)

Very Fine & Rare Engraved John Rigby & Co. .470 (Nitro Express) Double Barrel Sidelock Ejector Big Game Rifle

This elegant British big game double rifle features blued chopperlump barrels with sunken concave rib with matted and file cut ramp mounted bead front sight and quarter rib with matted front ramp, dovetailed rear sight of one standing notch sight and two folding notch leaf sights each with gold inlaid center line and graduated to 300 yards, signed “J. RIGBY & CO. 43, SACKVILLE STREET, LONDON, W LATE ST. JAMES’ STREET.” partially in Gothic script, and extending to a scroll engraved rib extension. The barrels are respectively engraved “SPECIAL 470 BORE BIG GAME RIFLE” and “FOR SPECIAL CORDITE CARTRIDGE BULLET 500 GRAINS”. The casehardened treble grip action has removable firing pin bushings, a blued toplever engraved “PATENT” and a manual safety with gold inlaid “SAFE”. The dipped edge sidelocks are each signed “JOHN RIGBY & CO.” in Gothic script. The furniture comprises a casehardened trigger plate, trigger guard, and forearm iron with lever fastener. The whole is finely engraved with classic English scrollwork. The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with London nitro proof marks and Rigby trademarks, and it is import marked under the forearm. The well-figured walnut pistol grip stock has a dark horn pistol grip cap, a raised cheekpiece, a checkered grip and forearm, and a slender rubber butt pad. The underside of the butt has a blued sling eye, and a corresponding sling eye is fitted beneath the barrels. 15 inch length of pull. Weight 11 lbs. 1 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as expertly renovated. The deep blued finish to the barrels is nearly unblemished except for a visible light marks under the blue, as is the casehardened finish to the action, locks and furniture. The engraving is of very high quality and is crisp and sharp throughout. The replacement stock has a very appealing figure pattern with sharp checkering and drop points. Mechanically excellent. This rifle does not appear to have been fired since its professional refinishing and restocking.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Holland & Holland .303 Royal Double Rifle

Lot #345 (Sale Order 345 of 688)

Fine Engraved Holland & Holland .303 “Royal” Double Barrel Sidelock Rifle

This classic British double rifle features blued chopperlump barrels respectively signed “HOLLAND & HOLLAND” and “98, NEW BOND STREET, LONDON”, each breech end is engraved with a band of stylized running foliage, and they're equipped with a single extractor. The sunken concave rib has a matted ramp mounted bead front sight and file cut matted quarter rib with dovetailed rear sight of one standing notch sight and two folding notch leaf sights graduated to 300 yards and fitted with bases for a quick detachable telescopic scope mount. The action has blued removable firing pin bushings, "THE ROYAL/HAMMERLESS” engraved on the underside, a bolted automatic safety with gold inlaid “SAFE”, and a long upper strap fitted with what appears to be a flip-up sight. Sidelocks each with gold inlaid cocking indicator and signed “HOLLAND & HOLLAND” within a ribbon. Furniture comprises a trigger guard and pistol grip cap. The whole finely engraved with Holland & Holland scrollwork. The underside of the barrels and water table struck with London nitro proof marks. The figured walnut pistol grip stock has a raised cheekpiece and checkered butt, grip and forearm. The latter has an Anson push button release, and the underside of the butt has a blank gold oval initial escutcheon. 14 3/4 inch length of pull. Weight 8 lbs. 6 oz.

Class: Antique

Very good as professionally refinished. 98% of the deep blued finish remains on the barrels. The action and locks have a slightly dulled light grey finish and clear engraving. The upper strap of the action has been fitted post-manufacture with what appears to be some sort of flip-up aperture sight, unfortunately the release button is missing, and the unit is locked in the closed position. The upper strap and trigger guard tang have minor pitting. The replacement stock is very fine and has an appealing figure pattern, sharp checkering and drop points, and occasional scattered slight storage and handling blemishes. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

George Gibbs .461 Double Barrel Rifle with Case

Lot #346 (Sale Order 346 of 688)

Fine & Very Rare Engraved George Gibbs .461 (Gibbs No. 2 Black Powder Express) Double Barrel Sidelock Ejector Rifle with Case

Manufactured in circa 1890-1895, this best quality rifle incorporates John Deeley’s patent ejector system (No. 4289 of March 26, 1886, use number 6629) and Metford patent rifling. The blued chopperlump barrels are each engraved with a band of stylized foliage at the breech end and are respectively signed “METFORD 1820 GEORGE GIBBS 39, CORN STREET, BRISTOL.” and “BARRELS SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH’S FLUID PRESSED STEEL (CHAMBERED) FOR GIBBS No.2 CASE”. The sunken rib has a file cut matted quarter rib with scroll engraved extension, blued dovetailed rear sight of one standing notch sight and four folding notch leaves each with platinum inlaid center line and graduated to 500 yards, and ramp mounted bead front sight, and the ramps to the quarter rib and front sight are scroll engraved. The casehardened treble grip action has blued removable firing pin bushings, a blued toplever, and a blued automatic safety with gold inlaid “SAFE”. The casehardened backaction sidelocks are signed “GEORGE GIBBS”. The trigger plate is also casehardened, and the furniture comprises a blued trigger guard and a casehardened grip cap with hinged trap cover. The whole is finely and profusely decorated with classic English bouquet and scroll engraving. The underside of the barrels and water table are struck with Birmingham black powder proof marks. The well-figured walnut pistol grip stock has a rubber recoil pad, panels of multipoint checkering on the grip and forearm, blued Anson push button forearm release, and blank silver initial oval escutcheon on the underside of the butt, and the corresponding sling eye is fitted beneath the barrels. In brass cornered oak and leather fitted case with oak partitions and lined in red baize, with some accessories, including leather sling, large oiler, and chamber brush. 14 5/8 inch length of pull. Weight 9 lbs. 9 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine as expertly refinished and retaining nearly all of the blue finish and renewed case colors throughout and clear engraving and signatures. The wood is in very good condition, possibly an older restock, and has sharp checkering. The right hand ejector requires attention; otherwise mechanically excellent. The case and accessories are good with some exterior age staining and wear, straps replaced, and the interior expertly relined.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

William Cashmore Nitro Double Barrel Single Trigger Shotgun

Lot #347 (Sale Order 347 of 688)

Very Rare Engraved William Cashmore 12 Bore “Nitro” Double Barrel Single-Trigger Boxlock Ejector Trap Shotgun with Extra Barrels

The firm of William Cashmore was highly regarded as makers of excellent pigeon and clay pigeon shotguns and counted Annie Oakley amongst their advocates. This highly unusual improvement on the conventional boxlock design was patented by Cashmore on September 12, 1895, (British patent no. 17040, noting it being an improvement on the S. Mill’s patent no. 19300 of 1894) and utilized a multi-grip action to produce a shotgun capable of withstanding heavy loads. The design was marketed by Cashmore as the “Nitro”. The blued chopper lump barrels are respectively signed “WILLIAM CASHMORE. STEELHOUSE LANE. BIRMINGHAM. ENGLAND” and “SIR J. WHITWORTH’S FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL”, and each is engraved with a band of stylised foliage and a scroll engraved notched extension at the breech end. The raised ventilated file cut matted rib has front and intermediate bead sights. The extra barrel set is of similar form to the main barrels: chopperlump construction with narrower raised ventilated rib with checkered file cut matting and the barrels respectively signed “WILLIAM CASHMORE” and “25 WHITTALL STREET. BIRMINGHAM.” The bright scallop-back action is signed “WM. CASHMORE” on each side and has carved serpentine fences, removable firing pin bushings, a blued toplever and locking pawls to engage with the barrel extensions, a blued floorplate, and an automatic safety with gold inlaid “S”. The trigger plate has a trigger selector with gold inlaid “L” and “R”, and the trigger guard is blued. The action and furniture are engraved with classic English scrollwork. The barrel flats are struck with Birmingham nitro proof and reproof marks, and the underside of each barrel also struck with a Whitworth trademark. It is import marked under the forearm. The well-figured walnut semi-pistol grip stock has a leather wrapped recoil pad, carved drop points, multipoint checkered grip and beavertail forearm, and a blank gold shield-shaped initial escutcheon on the bottom of the butt. The leather case has "V.E. HERITAGE" on the lid, a William P. Jones trade label, cleaning rod and attachments, and tool. Barrel measurements for extra set (R/L): chambers reproved at 3 inches; bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both reproved at .736 inches and both measured at .735 inches; choke constrictions.006/.005 inches; minimum wall thickness .032/.031. Barrel and stock measurements for primary set (R/L): chambers reproved at 3 inches; bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both reproved at 12 (.729 inches) and measured at .733/.734; choke constriction .041/.040 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.028 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 8 lbs 4 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine as partially refinished. The barrels retain 95% reblued finish, clear engraving and matting to the rib, and light wear. The toplever, pawls, and floorplate retain nearly all of the reblued finish with light wear, and the trigger guard retains 85% reblued finish with some handling rubbing on the tang. The action has been cleaned bright. The engraving has some softening through handling on the trigger guard but is otherwise crisp throughout. The reoiled wood is very good and has some scattered handling and storage marks, well-defined checkering, and an old repair to the right side of forearm wood. The leather wrapped recoil pad is in excellent condition. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrels retain 96% reblued finish, are loose on action when assembled, and have worn signatures and breech end engraving. The case is very good and has mild wear, new straps, handle, and corner pieces; some loss of the label, and minor staining and contact marks on the lining.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Harrods, London .410 Double Barrel Boxlock Ejector Shotgun

Lot #348 (Sale Order 348 of 688)

Fine & Rare Harrods, London .410 Double Barrel Boxlock Ejector Shotgun with Case

Harrods used to retail shotguns, rifles and handguns from its world-famous Knightsbridge department store. The present gun bears a Birmingham proof date code for 1936. The blued steel barrels are each engraved with a band of stylized foliage at the breech end, and the concave rib is signed “HARRODS LTD. KNIGHTSBRIDGE. LONDON.” An import mark is under the forearm. The casehardened border engraved action has a blued toplever, an automatic safety with gold inlaid “SAFE”, a blued floor plate and a blued trigger guard. The figured straight hand stock has a checkered butt, grip and forearm; a dark horn tip and Deeley & Edge fastener on the forearm, and a blank silver oval initial escutcheon on the underside of the butt. The canvas case has "E.M.F." on the lid, an end label with a red "F," "G.A. Frost" signature, and W. Evans, Ltd. address; a Harrods metal label inside the lid, and a cleaning rod inside. Birmingham nitro proof marks. Barrel and stock measurements: chambers proved at 2 1/2 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 4 lbs 4 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine. The barrels retain nearly all of the reblued finish and have a clear rib signature. The action and forearm iron retain 95% original casehardened finish and crisp engraving. The toplever and floorplate retain nearly all of the finish. The finish on the trigger guard has flaked and worn off with handling, and it has gray patina and light oxidation. The stock is very good with only occasional minor storage and handling blemishes, well-defined checkering, and slightly loose forend. Mechanically excellent. The restored case is very good with mild age related wear and staining on the fabric and some new leather.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

William Evans 12 Bore Double Barrel Sidelock Ejector Shotgun

Lot #349 (Sale Order 349 of 688)

Engraved William Evans 12 Bore Double Barrel Sidelock Ejector Shotgun

Manufactured in circa 1905. The blued barrels are each engraved with a band of scrollwork at the breech end, and the concave rib has a bead front sight, is signed “WILLIAM EVANS FROM PURDEY’S. 63. PALL MALL, ST. JAMES’S. LONDON,” and is engraved with scrollwork at the rib extension. The casehardened treble grip action incorporates the Webley & Brain patent "Screw Grip" (British patent no. 3053) of 1882 and is marked “PATENT” around the blued toplever, and it has blued removable firing pin bushings and an automatic safety with gold inlaid “SAFE”. The casehardened back action sidelocks are each signed “WILLIAM EVANS” within a ribbon, and the trigger guard is blued. Fine bouquet and scroll engraving is throughout. The underside of the barrels and the water table have London nitro proof and reproof marks, and an import mark is under the forearm. The figured straight-hand stock has a 5/8 inch checkered wood extension, a checkered grip and forearm, a blued Anson push-button release on the forearm, and a gold oval initial escutcheon engraved with a Gothic "B" on the underside of the butt. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): chambered proved 70 mm (2 3/4 inches); bore diameter 9 inches from the breech reproved at 18.6/18.8 mm (.732/.740 inches) and measured at .733/.740 inches; choke constriction .012/.021 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.027 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 14 5/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs 7 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very good. The barrels retain 98% reblued finish and a clear rib signature. The action and locks each retain faded traces of original casehardened finish and have crisp engraving. The toplever retains 90% blued finish. The trigger guard retains 50% blued finish with loss of finish and softened engraving from handling. The stock is also very good and has an older refinish and occasional scattered age related minor storage and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Finely Engraved John Rigby Class C Under Lever Double Rifle

Lot #350 (Sale Order 350 of 688)

Exceptional, Finely Engraved John Rigby Class C Under Lever Double Rifle in .450 Caliber

Marked "Jn Rigby & Co" in gothic letters on both lock plates with the same and the addition of "72 ST JAMESS STREET LONDON & AT DUBLIN" on the barrel rib. The serial number matches on the frame, trigger guard, forearm, forearm bar, forearm latch and barrels. The frame, locks, trigger guard, operating lever, forearm bar and forearm latch are all engraved with light floral scroll. Also, it is engraved "RIGBY'S PATENT" in a circle around the pivot. It is marked "CLASS C" on the bar inside. The left barrel is marked "CASE 450 NO 1. POWDER 110 GRAINS NO 6.," and the right barrel marked "BULLET CANNALURED 350 GRAINS." The walnut stock has a checkered pistol grip with a black cap and a checkered steel shotgun buttplate. The forearm has matching checkering. There are numerous markings inside the gun. The water table has the Rigby "JR" trademark and "CROWN/V" proofmark on each side and the serial number across the center. The barrel has "CLASS C" on the forearm support bar and the number "2078" alongside on the right barrel. The bottom flat of the barrel has (from the muzzle): the Rigby trademark, "450 EX", "CROWN/CP", "CROWN/V" and Rigby proof on each side, and the serial number across the center. Another number, "15089," was on the bottom of the right barrel but this has been overstamped by the other markings. The stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 3/8 inches; toe slightly in; weight 9 Lbs. 1.2 Oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine. The barrels retain 85% of the original blue finish. The frame, lock, trigger guard and hammers retain 80% plus of the original bright vivid case colors, and the trigger guard tang is faded to a smooth gray. The break lever and forearm hardware have faded to a smooth gray, and strong traces of vivid case colors are on the break lever. The buttplate has a smooth mottled brown patina. The wood is fine with overall scattered, minor dents and handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

John Dickson & Son 4 Bore Shotgun of Charles Gordon

Lot #351 (Sale Order 351 of 688)

Finely Engraved and Unique Documented John Dickson & Son 4 Bore Double Barrel Rotary Underlever Hammer Duck Shotgun with Original Case and Accessories Made for the Famed Scottish Eccentric Charles Gordon

The maker's records confirm that this gun was ordered by Charles Gordon on December 25, 1888. See pages 48-49 "Charles Gordon: Magnificent Madness" by Donald Dallas where this gun is described and illustrated and page 54 for confirmation that of the three breech-loading 4 bore shotguns purchased from Dickson & Son by Gordon, this was the only double barrel. It has a bead front sight and "JOHN DICKSON & SON. 63 PRINCES STREET. EDINBURGH." on the flat rib on the blued barrels, casehardened rebounding back action locks signed "JOHN DICKSON & SON," classic English engraving throughout mainly consisting of scrolls, a finely figured pistol grip stock and forearm with checkering and comes in a hardwood takedown case with leather outer cover marked "CHARLES GORDON ESQR." The case has a Dickson trade label inside the lid and contains a matching suite of accessories. Weight: 22 lbs. 4.2 oz. Length of pull: 14 1/2 inches.

Class: Antique

Very good retaining 98% of the reblued finish with the rib signature softened, breech end engraving worn, small patch rubbed bright on the underside of the left barrel. The action and locks retain 20% original casehardened finish concentrated in the sheltered areas, and the balance has dark gray patina. The engraving is distinct. The stock is very fine and has well-defined checkering and numerous scattered handling marks. The forend has different checkering and is not numbered and has a scrape in the otherwise crisp checkering on the bottom and some loss at the edge. Mechanically excellent. The case is fine with mild age and storage related wear, and the accessories are generally very fine with minimal wear. This is an incredible larger bore double gun and the only 4 bore double gun ordered from Dickson & Son by Charles Gordon.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Holland & Holland 8 Bore Hammer Double Rifle with Case

Lot #352 (Sale Order 352 of 688)

Fine & Rare Holland & Holland 8 Bore Double Barrel Rotary Underlever Dangerous Game Hammer Rife with Case

The makers have kindly confirmed that this impressive large rifle was completed in 1881 for a Mr. Houghton. With browned Damascus barrels respectively signed “HOLLAND & HOLLAND” and “98. NEW BOND ST. LONDON.” and engraved with a band of stylised foliage at the breech end. Solid file cut matted rib with standing single leaf back sight, bead front sight and doll’s head extension. Casehardened action with carved percussion fences and engraved “CHARGE 8 TO 10 DRAMS LENGTH OF CASE 3 1/4 INCHES”. Backaction non-rebounding locks each with safety catch. The action, locks and furniture all border engraved throughout. Figured walnut pistol grip stock with checkered grip and forearm, raised cheekpiece and rubber recoil pad. The barrels and action struck with London black powder proof marks. Weight 15 lbs. 15 oz. In original makers brass cornered oak and leather fitted case lined in red baize, the lid with large printed Holland & Holland trade label. Provenance: Thomas R. Prudente Collection, Christie’s, London, December 17, 2015, lot 160; Anon. sale, Christie’s, London, November 13, 1985, lot 5.

Class: Antique

Barrels retaining nearly all of the rebrowned finish, crisp signature, file cut rib, occasional corrosion spots under finish to underside. Action retaining traces of original casehardened finish to water table, beyond that the action and locks have a dark discoloured patina. Engraving and lock signatures clear. Underlever and trigger guard with nearly all of the reblued finish. Good figure to the stock, some mostly minor handling marks, edges with some slight chipping around the locks, small insert repair to stock behind the tail of the right lock. Case with external discoloration, staining and handling wear, wooden edges to base damaged, label in lid incomplete.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

W.W. Greener 8 Bore Facile Princeps Double Barrel Duck Gun

Lot #353 (Sale Order 353 of 688)

Rare Game Scene Engraved W.W. Greener 8 Bore “Facile Princeps” Double Barrel “Grade ET30” Non-Ejector Duck Gun

Manufactured c. 1906. The concave matted rib has a bead front sight and a rib extension and is signed “W.W. GREENER. MAKER. 40. PALL MALL. LONDON. S.W." The casehardened treble grip bolstered action is signed “W.W. GREENER,” is engraved with a scene of two ducks taking off from water on each side, and has a blued action floor plate, Greener cross bolt, toplever, side mounted Greener patent safety catch with gold inlaid “SAFE,” and trigger guard engraved “GRADE ET30”. The underside of the barrels and the water table have Birmingham nitro proof marks and reproof marks and Greener “Elephant” trademarks, and the underside of the rib has an import mark under the forearm. The figured semi-pistol grip stock has a checkered grip, forearm, and dark horn buttplate. The forearm has a Deeley & Edge fastener and a dark horn tip. The underside of the butt has a blank silver oval initial escutcheon. Stock measurements: 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 3/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 11 lbs 4 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine. The barrels retain nearly all of their reblued finish, and the rib signature is softened. The action has crisp engraving and retains 97% of the original strong casehardened finish. The trigger guard, action floor plate and toplever with nearly all of their reblued finish. The re-oiled straight grain semi-pistol grip stock has well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

W.W. Greener 8 Bore Double Barrel Toplever Hammer Duck Gun

Lot #354 (Sale Order 354 of 688)

Fine Engraved W.W. Greener 8 Bore Double Barrel Toplever Hammer Duck Gun

Manufactured in circa 1883. The browned Damascus barrels are each engraved with a band of stylized foliage at the breech end. The concave rib has a large bead front sight, is signed “W.W. GREENER. 68 HAYMARKET LONDON,” and has a doll’s head extension engraved with a shell. The casehardened action has carved percussion fences, and a blued toplever. The water table is stamped with “PATENT No. 3090” (Greener, September 9, 1874) and the Greener “Elephant” trademark. The casehardened rebounding sidelocks have sculpted hammers and are signed “W.W. GREENER”. It has a blued trigger guard and border and scroll engraving throughout. The barrels are struck with Birmingham “Not For Ball” black powder proof marks, Greener “Elephant” trademarks and “WWG”. The figured pistol grip stock has a rubber recoil pad, checkered grip and forearm, a dark horn tip and Deeley & Edge fastener on the forearm, and a large blank silver oval initial escutcheon on the underside of the butt. Stock measurements; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 15 lbs 5 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine as partially refinished. The barrels display bold Damascus twist patterns, 80% plus of the rebrowned finish, a clear signature, and were perhaps slightly shortened during its working life. The action retaining traces of original casehardened finish, and the locks retain 60% slightly faded original casehardened finish. The toplever retains 30% original blued finish, and the trigger guard has traces of blued finish. The engraving is clear and crisp throughout. The replacement stock and forearm which appears original are also fine and has occasional light handling marks, light edge wear, tiny cracks at the tail of the forearm, and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Malcolm King Collection

Engraved William Evans 20 Gauge Best Sidelock Ejector Shotgun

Lot #355 (Sale Order 355 of 688)

Rare Factory Engraved William Evans 20 Gauge Best Sidelock Ejector Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufactured in 1925 per the chart on page 107 of Nigel Brown's "British Gunmakers: Volume One - London". Blued steel barrels with single brass bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib which is marked "WILLIAM EVANS. 63 PAUL MALL. St JAMES'S LONDON" and shows floral scroll engraving at the breech, single additional bands at either breech, period London nitro proofs, and chambers marked 2 1/2 inches with automatic ejectors. The casehardened sidelock action features exquisite near full coverage floral scroll engraving with "WILLIAM EVANS" banners on either side and high polish bright lock pins. The engraving extends to the barrel release, both tangs, and the trigger guard. Double triggers, bushed firing pins, and automatic tang mounted safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". Beautiful, highly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Anson button release and engraved fittings along with the straight grip stock with teardrop carved flats and a non-factory checkered extended walnut buttplate. Includes a Kevin's canvas and leather bound case with wine interior, Kevin's and William Evans trade labels (detached), and William Evans leather forend attachment. Stock and barrel measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both proved at "20" (.615 inches) and measured at .620/.621 inches; choke constriction .008/.013 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.029 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 11/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 5 lbs 9 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as professionally refurbished, retaining 99% blue and casehardened finishes with limited handling evidence. The wood is also very fine with a few minor scratches, the aforementioned non-factory buttplate, and sharp checkering. The case is excellent. Mechanically excellent.

Sempert & Krieghoff 16 Gauge Double Barrel Sidelock Shotgun

Lot #356 (Sale Order 356 of 688)

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Sempert & Krieghoff 16 Gauge Double Barrel Sidelock Shotgun

Originally manufactured as a drilling gun and subsequently converted to a double barrel shotgun configuration. Blued steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted solid rib marked "SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF SUHL" in gold and chambers measured at 2 5/8 inches with extractor. The barrels also display two gold bands around the breeches. The casehardened sidelock action shows beautifully engraved gold bordered game scenes of rabbits on the right and roe deer and a woodcock on the left all surrounded by light scroll engraving. The action features sideclips, cocking indicators, sculpted fences, double triggers, safety switch with gold "SICHER" (Safe) position, and cocking lever for the removed rifle barrel. The trigger guard bears a gold inlaid "OA" Gothic monogram, and the cartridge compartment in the butt shows an chamois in a gold bordered scene. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch and pistol grip stock with inscription oval marked "D.R.P. 123902/SCHAFTCOPIEREN/VER BOTEN/KRIEGHOFF/SUHL" and replacement White Line buttpad. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameters 9 inches from the breech .668/.668 inches; choke constriction .020/.030 inches; minimum wall thickness .032/.024 inches; 1 1/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 13/16 inch length of pull; cast-off: weight 7 lbs 13 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as professionally converted, retaining 95% plus reblued finish with some areas of light fading, 20% case colors, and overall light handling evidence. The wood is very good with a small chip from the left of the forend, scattered small dings, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved J. Purdey & Sons Self-Opening Sidelock Shotgun

Lot #357 (Sale Order 357 of 688)

Cased Antique Engraved J. Purdey & Sons Self-Opening Sidelock Double Barrel Shotgun with Manhattan Project Connection

Manufactured in 1895. Blued Whitworth Fluid Steel chopper lump barrels with single steel bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib marked "J. PURDEY & SONS, AUDLEY HOUSE, SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON. MADE OF SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH'S FLUID PRESSURE STEEL.", chambers measured at 2 1/2 inches with automatic ejectors, and standard London proofs of the era. The casehardened self-opening action and sidelocks display near full coverage classic English rose and scroll engraving which also extends to the trigger guard, upper and lower tangs, and release lever. The action features bushed firing pins, double triggers, and tang mounted automatic safety switch. The number "2" is marked on the release lever, at the breech end of the barrel rib, the underside of the forend, and the watertable, suggesting that this gun was built as part of a matched pair. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Anson button release as well as a straight grip stock with blank inscription oval and checkered bare butt. A consignor supplied letter states that this gun was originally owned by George Beach III who worked on the Manhattan Project as well proximity fuze development at John Hopkins University. Includes a canvas bound takedown case, turnscrews, wooden cleaning rod, snap caps, and detached carry handle. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameters 9 inches from the breech both proved at 12 (.729 inches) and measured .732 inches; choke constriction both measure .000 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.026 inches; 1 15/16 inch drop at comb; 2 11/16 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 7 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 99% reblacked finish on the barrels, 75% case colors, some areas of minor spotting, and overall light handling evidence. The wood is very good with a repaired chip below the left lock, a slight crack coming off the left lock, scattered dings and scratches, and worn but well-defined checkering. The case has a broken strap and detached handle (included), otherwise good. Safety ineffective; otherwise mechanically excellent.

Antique Stephen Grant Sidelock Sidelever Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #358 (Sale Order 358 of 688)

Antique Factory Engraved Stephen Grant Best Sidelock Sidelever Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufactured in 1891 per page 109 of Nigel Brown's "British Gunmakers: Volume One - London". Blued steel chopper lump barrels with single brass bead sight on smooth, concave solid rib which is marked "STEPHEN GRANT & SONS 6, LINCOLN'S INN FIELDS, LONDON" and with some floral scroll at the breech end, single bands at the breeches, 70 mm (2 3/4 inch) chambers with ejectors, and 1990 dated London nitro proofs on the flats. The bright sidelock, sidelever action displays nickel and nitre blue action pins, extensive tight scroll engraving covering nearly the entire surface, with "STEPHEN GRANT & SONS" marked on either lockplate. The gun features bushed firing pins, double triggers, beautifully carved fences, and tang mounted automatic safety switch with gold inlaid "SAFE". Beautifully figured, exhibition quality multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Anson button release and straight grip stock with teardrop carved flats, blank inscription oval, and checkered bare butt. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech both proved at 18.6 mm (.732 inches) and measured at .731/.731 inches; choke constriction .036/.038 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.032 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 inch drop at heel; 14 7/16 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs 13 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 99% blue finish on the barrels, attractive bright polished locks and action, nearly all of the nitre blue on the screws and pins, and 99% blue on the sidelever and lower tang. The replacement wood is excellent with a few tiny blemishes and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Cased Pair of Gold Inlaid Heym 125 Year Anniversary Long Guns

Lot #359 (Sale Order 359 of 688)

Cased Pair of Gold Inlaid Heym 125 Year Anniversary Long Guns -A) Heym Express Model Bolt Action Rifle with Swarovski Scope

Cased Pair of Gold Inlaid Heym 125 Year Anniversary Long Guns -A) Heym Express Model Bolt Action Rifle with Swarovski Scope
Manufactured and proved in 1989 for the upcoming 1990 125th Anniversary of Heym. These guns where built as part of a limited run of 125 Express models and 25 Model 37s. It is believed that neither entire run was completed due to the immense amount of work put into hand fitting every gun, making these already rare guns potentially much rarer yet. Even more so that these guns both appear to be the first in the production runs both numbered "001/..." Blued barrel with white blade front sight, three position rear sight marked "50", "100", and "200", standard German proofs, and "CAL. 416 Rigby" to the left of the rear sight. The barrel displays three gold bands (one at the muzzle and two toward the breech) with beautifully executed gold inlaid "125 JAHRE HEYM" flanked by scrolls and a pair of fluer-de-lis. There are another pair of gold bands at the muzzle end of the action and one more on the bolt which also shows an exquisite gold inlaid five pointed design on the knurled bolt handle. The floorplate had a gold inlaid Heym logo with line borders extending to the triggerguard. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered stock with contrasting forend, engraved recoil bolt, engraved and gold inlaid trapdoor gripcap containing an extra firing pin, cheekpiece, and red rubber recoil pad. Includes a mounted Swarovski Habicht 1.25-4x24mm scope and a leather bound commemorative case that houses the set. Length of pull 14 7/16 inches. Weight including scope 11 lbs 11 oz.

Manufacture: Heym F W
Model: Express-Rifle
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 416 Rigby
Finish: blue/gold
Grips:
Serial Number: R001/125
Class: Modern Long Gun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, slight plum coloration to the triggerguard, a few light marks in the wood, and sharp checkering on the stock. The case is very fine. The scope optics are excellent. Mechanically excellent.

B) Factory Engraved Heym Model 37 Drilling
Manufactured in 1990. Blued steel barrels with beaded blade front and automatic flip up rear sights on the matted solid rib which is marked in gold inlay "125 JAHRE HEYM" flanked by light gold scroll and "CAL. 7x57 - 12/70/FRIEDRICH WILH, HEYM", two gold bands at the breeches, 70 mm (2 3/4 inch) shotgun chambers with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .019/.041 inches. The coin finished pinless sidelock action displays beautiful Germanic scroll work and a single gold band around the fences with the embellishment extending to the triggerguard. The gun features double triggers, cocking indicators, safety at the rear of the action, and tang mounted manual cocking piece for the rifle barrel. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings, Deeley latch release, and gold inlaid Heym logo ahead of the triggerguard shoe. The pistol grip stock is of equal quality with a blued and gold inlaid grip cap, cheekpiece, and brown rubber recoil pad. Length of pull 14 7/16 inches. Weight 8 lbs 15 oz.

Manufacture: Heym F W
Model: 37-Rifle
BBL: 25 inch solid rib
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 12x12x 7x57mm Rimmed
Finish: blue/coin/gold
Grips:
Serial Number: D001/025
Class: Modern Long Gun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue, gold, and coin finishes, minor handling evidence, slight plum coloration to the triggerguard, some discoloration to the Heym logo in the forend, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved J. Rigby & Co. Sidelock Double Rifle in .577 N.E.

Lot #360 (Sale Order 360 of 688)

Outstanding, Master Ken Hunt Signed, Factory African Dangerous Game Scene Engraved, and Gold Inlaid J. Rigby & Co. Sidelock Double Rifle in the Massive .577 Nitro Express

This outstanding double rifle was manufactured starting in 1984. Blued steel, chopper lump barrels featuring a raised rear quarter rib mounted with three leaf express rear sights with gold inlaid center lines and a beaded blade front sight on a hooded, raised rib section as well as automatic ejectors. The rib is marked "CALIBRE .577 NITRO" ahead of the rear quarter rib, the barrels are gold inlaid with "J. Rigby & Co." and "London. England." in fancy script on the right and left respectively, and the breeches both have tasteful single band of engraving matching the doll's head rib extension. The massive, bolstered, casehardened sidelock action features beautifully executed sculpting on the fences and floral scroll engraving surrounding a multitude of gold inlaid features. The maker's mark "J. Rigby & Co./London" is found in fine gold inlay on either side of the action, the underside of the trigger guard is marked ".577/NITRO" in gold, and the serial number is in gold along the lower tang. There are three exquisite gold inlaid game scenes depicting African big game all rendered in high detail. The left shows a bull elephant standing on the savanna ready to defend against predators, the underside depicts a pair of giraffes amongst the miombo trees, and the right side features a pair of aggravated mating lions on the savanna. Both of the lockplates are signed by Master Engraver Ken Hunt with the left reading "K. C. Hunt '85" and the right simply "K. C. Hunt". The rifle is set up with double triggers, bushed firing pins, and a tang mounted safety switch with gold inlaid "SAFE" position. Nicely figured beavertail forend with bordered multi-point checkering, fittings engraved to match the action and an Anson button release mechanism. The stock is exhibition quality with the same bordered checkering, tear drop carved flats, horn grip cap, cheekpiece, gold inscription oval marked "W.J.F." and red rubber recoil pad. The rifle includes a leather bound Rigby takedown case with matching "W.J.F." initials on the lid, J . Rigby & Co. trade label, matching turnscrews and cleaning rod, gold oiler, cleaning tools, and a snapping block. Also included are four boxes of twenty .577 Nitro cartridges. Rigby is one of the oldest continuously operating gunmakers in the world and as they put it themselves "the oldest gunmaking firm in continuous existence in the English-speaking world." The name Rigby is synonymous with excellence, and the fine double rifle does not disappoint, from its engraving and gold inlays to its perfect fit and finish, this rifle truly is an outstanding example of the finest English gunmaker's craftsmanship. The length of pull of the rifle is 15 1/8 inches, and the rifle weighs in at an impressive 14 lbs 9 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue and 99% gold and casehardened finishes with only minor handling evidence and a few scratches on the underside of the right barrel ahead of the forend. The nitre blue front sight hood shows some wear on the top as if it were laid against a tree while on safari. A few scattered light scratches on the stock, light red mark on the left of the pistol grip at the grip cap, some minor wear to the recoil pad, and sharp checkering. The case and accessories are very fine-excellent with some age/storage wear. Mechanically excellent. This is your opportunity to own the pinnacle of British big bore double rifles.

Aaron Little .600 N.E. Converted Bernardelli Venus Royal Rifle

Lot #361 (Sale Order 361 of 688)

Massive Factory Engraved Bernardelli Venus Royal Shotgun Converted to .600 Nitro Express Double Rifle by Aaron Little with Case

This massive double rifle was originally manufactured in 1972 as a Bernardelli Venus Royal Magnum 10 gauge shotgun that was then converted by Aaron Little of A.M. Little Bespoke Gunmakers from Mineola, TX. Blued steel barrels with beaded blade front sight incorporating a flip over "moon bead" and two position rear express sight on the raised sections of smooth solid rib, automatic ejectors, and dual bands of engraving at either breech. The coin finished sidelock action features near full coverage floral engraving, bushed firing pins, double triggers, and tang mounted automatic safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings, an Anson style release, and a pistol grip stock with brown rubber recoil pad. Included with the gun are copies of a forum thread laying out the process of the build with photographs of the progression. Also included is a leather bound takedown case featuring Little's trade label as well as that of Bernardelli, containing two nickel snap caps. Length of pull 14 1/4 inches. Weight 14 lbs 7 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent as professionally converted by Aaron little, retaining 99% of the reapplied blue and original coin finishes with minor handling evidence. The wood is very fine with a few light dings and scratches, some slight chips in the finish and a repaired break at the rear of the forend, and crisp checkering. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 140-2 Safari Double Rifle

Lot #362 (Sale Order 362 of 688)

Excellent Cased Factory Engraved Gebruder Merkel Model 140-2 Safari Double Rifle in .470 Nitro Express

Blued steel barrels with red fiber optic front and two position rear sights on the raised sections of the matted solid rib, standard Merkel markings, and German proofs on the flats. The satin finished boxlock action features light scroll engraving, sideclips, bushed firing pins, and a tang mounted manual safety switch. Contrasting straight grain, multi-point checkered forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with blued grip cap, cheekpiece, and rubber recoil pad. Includes the original factory takedown case marked "MERKEL" in white paint at one end with internal tag listing this gun as manufactured in 2005. Length of pull 14 3/8 inches. Weight 10 lbs 10 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and satin finishes, limited handling evidence, and slight discoloration to areas of the action. There is a small crack at the heel of the recoil pad; otherwise, the wood is very fine with sharp checkering. The case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

W. Niemeier Engraved Krieghoff Model 32 Shotgun Four Barrel Set

Lot #363 (Sale Order 363 of 688)

Cased Factory Engraved, Gold Inlaid, and W. Niemeier Signed Krieghoff Model 32 Crown Grade Over/Under Shotgun Four Barrel Set

Manufactured in 1974. Blued Buhler-Lauftstahl steel barrels with dual bead sights on the matted vent rib, standard Krieghoff barrel markings and German proof marks, and chambers marked 70 mm (2 3/4 inches) with automatic ejectors. The muzzle and the breach section are both engraved with floral scroll at the muzzle and line work at the breech with gold inlaid designs. The blued action features fantastic full coverage relief chiseled engraving mixed with multi-colored gold inlays. The left side of the action displays three mallards in flight being preyed upon by a raptor and the right side shows a pointer flushing a pair of pheasants all of which is surrounded by a single gold inlaid line border. Both the underside and the release lever have gold inlaid coronets with the addition of gold inlaid model markings on the underside. The upper tang and trigger guard are both engraved in the same style along with a single mallard on the underside of the trigger guard. The work is signed "W. Niemeier" at the rear of the upper tang. Single selective trigger and tang mounted safety switch. Beautiful, fancy figured, fluer-de-lis checkered forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch style release lever. The pistol grip stock is of the same top-notch quality and has fancy checkered flats and wrist, contrasting ebony grip cap with diamond inlay, and Kick-Eez recoil pad. Included with this gun are three matching numbered extra barrel sets all with matching engraving and each measuring 28 inches with vent ribs and a takedown case that houses the whole set. Barrel measurements for the 20 gauge set (U/O): chambers marked 76 mm (3 inches); bore diameter 9 inches from the breech measured at .636/.636 inches; choke constriction .005/.003 inches; minimum wall thickness .036/.038 inches. Barrel measurements for the 28 gauge set (U/O): chambers marked 76 mm (3 inches); bore diameter 9 inches from the breech measured at .563/.562 inches; choke constriction .007/.007 inches; minimum wall thickness .042/.047 inches. Barrel measurements for the .410 bore set: chambers marked 76 mm (3 inches). Barrel and stock measurements for the 12 gauge set (U/O): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech measured at .733/.738 inches; choke constriction .006/.007 inches; minimum wall thickness .042/.041 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 14 7/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 8 lbs 5 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, and sharp checkering on the wood. The extra barrel sets are also all excellent and the case is very fine. Mechanically excellent.

Remington Model 40-X Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #364 (Sale Order 364 of 688)

Desirable and Scarce Remington Model 40X Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Manufactured between 1969 and 1980 with fewer than 700 estimated to have been produced. Manufactured with hooded beaded blade front and adjustable rear sights, standard barrel markings and Remington proofs, factory drilled and tapped receiver, five-round detachable box magazine, and wide serrated trigger. Multi-point, skip-line checkered pistol grip sporter stock with rosewood forend and grip caps, sling swivel studs, raised cheekpiece, and checkered plastic Remington buttplate.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Winchester Model 1907 S.L. Deluxe Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #365 (Sale Order 365 of 688)

Winchester Deluxe Model 1907 S.L. Semi-Automatic Rifle with Extremely Rare Stainless Steel Barrel

Manufactured in 1928. Dovetail beaded blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights, standard barrel markings, Winchester "WP" proofs on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech, and standard markings on the upper receiver tang. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered forend and pistol grip stock with hard rubber Winchester buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 97% plus bright original high polish blue finish on the receiver, 98% original Japanned black finish on the stainless barrel, minor spotting on the left of the receiver, and light handling evidence. The buttstock has a long hairline crack on the underside of the pistol grip, otherwise it is very fine with crisp checkering. The forend is excellent. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #366 (Sale Order 366 of 688)

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade Bolt Action Rifle in .375 H&H Magnum with Griffin & Howe Scope Mount

Manufactured in 1946 and subsequently mounted with a scope assembly by Griffin & Howe. Hooded ramp front and two leaf flip up rear notch sights, standard barrel markings with Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, factory drilled and tapped receiver with a Griffin & Howe side mounted scope mount with a Lyman Alaskan All-Weather scope, and "SUPER GRADE" marked floorplate. Checkered pistol grip stock with ebony forend cap, hard rubber grip cap, raised cheekpiece, front and rear sling swivels, and solid rubber Winchester buttpad.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 90% plus original blue on the barrel and receiver with some scattered light spotting and mild handling evidence. The wood is also very fine with some marks and scuffs and crisp checkering. The scope optics are clear with a slightly hazy ring around the edges and the tube shows some light oxidation. Mechanically excellent.

Springfield Model 1903 Target Rifle with Griffin & Howe Barrel

Lot #367 (Sale Order 367 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Griffin & Howe Custom Target Rifle with Bull Barrel Number 125

Manufactured in 1920 and subsequently upgraded to current configuration by Griffin & Howe in New York City. This rifle features a heavy barrel marked "No 125 Griffin & Howe, Inc. New York" on top and "30-06 Gov." on the chamber with a ramped beaded blade front sight. The front receiver ring has the standard Model 1903 marking and the rear ring is fitted with an adjustable peep sight. Mounted in a checkered walnut pistol grip stock with horn forend tip and grip cap, shadow line Swiss cheek piece, and checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as professionally custom upgraded by Griffin & Howe. Retaining 85% plus custom blue finish with some minor handling marks and thinning to brown on the bottom metal. Wood is very fine with scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. One will look a long time to find a finer Griffin & Howe 1903!

Winchester Model 1910 S.L. Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #368 (Sale Order 368 of 688)

Excellent First Year Production Winchester Model 1910 .401 S.L. Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in 1911, the first year of production. Dovetail blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights, standard barrel markings, Winchester "WP" proofs on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech, and standard markings on the upper receiver tang. Lightly figured smooth walnut forend and pistol grip stock with hard rubber Winchester buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% bright original high polish blue, minor handling evidence, and a few small scratches on the right of the receiver. The wood is also excellent with minor handling evidence. Mechanically excellent.

Angelo Bee Engraved/Inlaid Winchester Model 63 Rifle

Lot #369 (Sale Order 369 of 688)

Outstanding Angelo Bee Signed, Master Engraved, Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 63 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in 1956 and subsequently engraved and gold inlaid by Master Engraver Angelo Bee. Single gold inlaid bands are featured on the barrel at the muzzle and breech. The Winchester factory oval proofs are in gold on the barrel and receiver. The serial numbers are also in gold. The receiver and trigger guard are decorated with profuse floral scroll designs on a punch dot background. There is gold inlaid wire bordering on the receiver. Each side of the receiver has an oval gold inlaid bordered panel with gold inlays: a buffalo on the left and a bust of a Native American on the right. Gold inlaid eagle in a mountain scene appears on top of the receiver. The panel scene on the left side is signed "ABEE" along with Bee's famous bee. Standard barrel markings, blade front and adjustable rear sporting rear sights and highly figured and fluer-de-lis checkered forearm and straight grip stock.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine overall as elaborately embellished by renowned Master Engraver Angelo Bee with 99% plus of the blue finish remaining, very minimal minor handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall "Daisy" Rifle

Lot #370 (Sale Order 370 of 688)

Highly Attractive Australian Themed Deep Relief Custom Panel Scene Engraved Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall "The Daisy Rifle" with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this rifle with a 28 inch no. 1 octagon barrel in .32 WCF, plain trigger and special "The Daisy Rifle" barrel marking when received in the warehouse on July 14, 1898 and shipped on July 19 . As confirmed by the factory letter, the upper left barrel flat is factory marked "THE DAISY RIFLE." This marking is known to have been engraved on guns destined for Sydney, Australia through the dealer F. Lassetter & Co. Ltd. Most previously cataloged examples ordered by this dealer with this marking are Model 1873 rifles; however, at least four Model 1885 rifles are known to have been ordered with this engraving in the early 1890s. The receiver features a wonderful Australia wildlife themed relief engraving depicting kangaroos on the right side and brush-tail possum on the left side. The underside of the receiver is signed by the engraver: "RC." Flourishes of engraved scrollwork appear on the barrel at the muzzle and breech, rear sight base and buttplate. The top barrel flat has near full coverage engraved leaf pattern that does not obstruct the caliber marking at the breech and the two-line Winchester address ahead of the rear sight.

Class: Antique

Fine as elaborately custom embellished, retaining 99% plus of the reapplied blue finish, attractive appearance on the receiver and limited handling marks. The highly figured wood is very good showing some stress fractures along the grain with the most prominent crack at the upper tang. Mechanically excellent. A rare factory "Daisy" inscribed Model 1885 with fitting Australian themed relief engraving.

Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Model 21 Shotgun 2 Barrel Set

Lot #371 (Sale Order 371 of 688)

Cased, Factory Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Model 21 Custom Grand American Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Blued steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted flat vent rib, standard Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing barrel markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and interchangeable choke tube system (improved cylinder/light modified installed). The barrels also show beautiful 3 inch wedges of floral scroll work at either breech and have jewelled flats. The blued action displays fabulous 21-6 pattern engraving and additional gold inlays for a total of seven individual game scenes. The game scenes consist of a pointer and a grouse scene on the right, the underside has a second grouse and a setter, the left features another setter and a woodcock, and the trigger guard has a bust of what appears to be the same setter. The scenes are all surrounded by floral scrollwork, and the fences are deeply engraved with oak leaf patterns. Single selective trigger and tang mounted manual safety switch. Beautiful, highly figured, 21-b pattern fleur-de-lis checkered beavertail forend with ebony forend inlay, rotary latch release, gold inlaid "1', and engraved fittings. The pistol grip stock is of equal elegance and features an engraved blue grip cap, gold initial oval marked "BTC", and a leather wrapped recoil pad. Included with the gun is a leather bound takedown case, six extra choke tubes (two skeet, two light modified, one improved cylinder, and one modified), cleaning tools, and nickel snap caps and oiler. Also included is a second 30 inch vent rib barrel set with matching engraving, 3 inch chambers with ejectors, and its own beavertail forend with gold inlaid "2". Barrel measurements for set "2" (R/L): bore diameter measured 9 inches from the breech .731/.731 inches; modified/light modified chokes installed; minimum wall thickness .030/.029 inches. Barrel and stock measurements for barrel set "1" (R/L): bore diameter measured 9 inches from the breech .733/.732 inches; minimum wall thickness .030/.030 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 5/16 inch drop at heel; 14 5/8 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 7 lbs 13 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent retaining 99% original blue and gold finishes showing limited handling evidence. The wood is very fine with a few minor marks, some wear to the recoil pad, and sharp checkering/carving. The extra barrel set is excellent. The case and accessories are excellent. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Skeet Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #372 (Sale Order 372 of 688)

Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Skeet Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Blued, Winchester Proof Steel barrels featuring a matted solid rib with dual bead sights, 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, and chokes marked "WS-1"/WS-2". Blued receiver featuring a non-automatic tang safety and single selective trigger. The receiver is marked "SKEET" on the underside. Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrels and receiver. Nicely figured, fancy checkered walnut beavertail forend with rotary latch release and straight grip stock with checkered bare butt. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bores 9 inches from the breech measure .617/.614 inches; choke constriction .003(jug)/.011 inches; minimum wall thickness .027/.028 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; cast-off; weight 6 lbs 7 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 98% factory quality refurbished blue finish, light handling evidence, and a few minor scratches on the barrels. The forend has a few chips at the left rear, and some missing varnish, a slight crack coming off the lower tang, otherwise the wood is very fine with some dings and scratches concentrated at the toe. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 42 Skeet Grade Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #373 (Sale Order 373 of 688)

Winchester Model 42 Skeet Grade Slide Action Shotgun

Manufactured in 1948. Single steel bead sight on the factory solid rib barrel with standard markings, 2 1/2 inch chamber, Winchester "WP" proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, and "SKEET" marked choke. Fancy figured checkered extension slide handle and pistol grip stock with checkered plastic Winchester buttplate. Length of pull is 13 7/8 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 85% plus original blue finish, scattered edge and muzzle wear, some small scattered surface scratches, and slide retraction marks on the magazine tube, action bar, and barrel. The refinished wood is also very fine with attractive grain, numerous small dings and scratches throughout, and mostly crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Serial Number "2" Winchester Model 24 Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #374 (Sale Order 374 of 688)

Documented Pre-Production Serial Number "2" Winchester Model 24 Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufactured in 1938, the year before the Model 24 went into full production and two years before it was offered for retail sale. This Model 24 is identified by serial number in Ronald W. Stadt's "Winchester Shotguns and Shotshells" on page 127: "Serial number 2 was an experimental gun with single selective trigger and automatic ejectors." Blued steel barrels with single steel bead sight, no markings on the barrels beside the "MOD" and "FULL" markings on the undersides, and chambers measured 2 5/8 inches with ejectors. The blued hammerless action is unadorned aside from the serial number "2" on the underside and features a single selective trigger and automatic tang safety. Smooth walnut beavertail forend and pistol grip stock with solid red Winchester marked recoil pad. Stock measurements: 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 13 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 9 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 90% original blue finish, muted case colors on the trigger plate, scattered minor spotting, and some thinning blue in areas. There is a crack along the left side of the forend and at the back of the upper tang, otherwise the refinished wood is very good. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-World War II Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Lot #375 (Sale Order 375 of 688)

Pre-World War II Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1919 and subsequently factory refurbished. Single brass front sight bead. The action bar is roll-stamped "MODEL 1897/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S.PAT.OFF."" in three lines, and the barrel is marked "12 GA." and "CYL" along with the Winchester address and patent information. Oval Winchester "W/P" proofmarks are stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The serial number "E/711795" is roll-stamped across the bottom of the receiver. No U.S. Ordnance marks are present on the gun. Mounted with an 18-groove forend and later production replacement smooth pistol grip stock fitted with a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 97% plus bright high polish factory refinished blue finish, some slide retraction wear, light handling evidence, a few light marks in the wood, and well-defined forend groves. Mechanically excellent.

Cased Winchester Model 20 .410 Shotgun Junior Trap Outfit

Lot #376 (Sale Order 376 of 688)

Scarce and Desirable Cased Winchester Model 20 .410 Single Barrel Shotgun Junior Trap Outfit with Accessories

Manufactured 1919-1924. Designed by Winchester to utilize their expanded production facilities after World War I and marketed as a youth skeet gun. Features a single bead sight, 2 1/2 inch chamber, and full choke. The left rear of the barrel is marked with the two line address/patent applied for marking followed by "MOD.20-.410," and "FULL" is on the left side at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is marked on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech and the serial number is marked on the bottom of the receiver. Mounted on a smooth Schnabel tip forearm and pistol grip stock with a checkered Winchester hard rubber buttplate. The skeet set includes 16 clay pigeons, a box for one hundred Winchester "Midget Size Clay Pigeons", a wood handled Winchester "Midget Hand Trap", a can of Winchester gun oil, tube of Winchester gun grease with box, a tube of Winchester rust remover with box, one box of 3 inch Winchester Super Speed .410 shotgun shells, one box of 2 1/2 inch Winchester Super Speed shotgun shells, two piece wooden handled cleaning rod, "Metal Preparation" pamphlet, care instructions, photo copy of Junior Trap Outfit information, and a score sheet. The stock measurements are: drop at comb 1 1/2 inches; drop at heel 2 1/2 inches; length of pull 13 1/2 inches. The Model 20 is uncommon with only about 24,000 manufactured. A nearly complete Youth Skeet Outfit is certainly much more scarce.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 95% original blue finish with some jagged metal marks visible at the forearm/frame juncture. Wood is very fine with some dings and scratches. Case is fine with storage and handling marks, flaking on the handle, a missing strap for the barrel, and typical high edge wear in the lining. Four of the clays are broken, the clay pigeon box has a tear in the lid and one box of shells has torn corners, otherwise all accessories are very good to fine with some handling marks. This hard to find piece would make the perfect addition to any Winchester collection!

Pre-World War I Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Lot #377 (Sale Order 377 of 688)

Outstanding Pre-World War I Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1912 with the early solid frame. Single brass front sight bead. The action bar is roll-stamped "MODEL 1897/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S.PAT.OFF."" in three lines, and the barrel is marked "12 GA." and "CYL" along with the Winchester address and patent information. Oval Winchester "W/P" proofmarks are stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The serial number "E/555453" is roll-stamped across the bottom of the receiver. No U.S. ordnance marks are present on the gun. Mounted with an 18-groove forend and smooth pistol grip stock fitted with a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Includes a correct vintage Winchester stock advertisement behind the wrist. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent plus overall, retaining 99% bright original high polish blue finish, limited handling evidence, and well-defined grooves on the forend. The factory stock band is very fine with some slight age wear and discoloration. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotgun

Lot #378 (Sale Order 378 of 688)

Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotgun

Manufacture date of 1958, per the Winchester Arms Collectors Association. Standard markings including Winchester factory oval proofs on the barrel and receiver at the breech, single bead front sight, 3 inch chamber, and "FULL" marked choke. Mounted with a fourteen-groove slide handle and pistol grip stock with checkered buttplate and 13 7/8 inch length of pull.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 90% of the original blue finish remaining, visible plum coloration on the receiver, muzzle and edge wear, and slide retraction marks on the barrel and magazine. The refinished wood is fine with a visibly filled repair at the left side of the toe, and small scattered dings. Mechanically excellent.

Alvin A. White Engraved Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Shotgun

Lot #379 (Sale Order 379 of 688)

Attractive Alvin A. White Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Winchester 20 Gauge Model 21 Double Barrel Shotgun

Blued Winchester Proof Steel chopper lump barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted, concave solid rib, standard Winchester markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and chokes marked "IMP. CYL."/"MOD." ahead of the flats. The barrels display beautifully executed wedges of floral scroll engraving extending 4 1/8 inches from either breech towards the muzzle. The blued action features masterfully executed gold inlaid game scenes on both sides with a pair pheasants in tall grass on the left and a single pheasant in flight on the right. The underside is gold inlaid with an eagle and shield motif beneath seven gold stars, twelve gold stars on the triggerguard, and 23 stars across the fences and rear of the rib. All of this gold work is surrounded by beautiful floral scroll in the same style as that on the barrels covering nearly all of the action. Single selective trigger, gold inlaid lower tang serial number, and automatic tang mounted safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". The water table is inset with a small gold rectangle bearing "A A WHITE/ENG." for renowned Master Engraver Alvin A. White. Highly figured, fancy fluer-de-lis checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and a rotary latch release and a round knob pistol grip stock with gold inscription oval marked "LWF" ("W" is largest) and leather wrapped recoil pad. Includes two snap caps. Another Alvin White Winchester Model 21 with the same engraving theme is available in the next lot. Stock and barrel measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech .617/.618 inches; choke constriction .004/.004 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.021 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 13 3/4 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 6 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as masterfully upgraded to current configuration by Master Engraver Alvin A. White, retaining 85% blue and 99% gold finishes. The majority of the blue loss concentrated on the high edges. Sharp engraving. The wood is very fine with scattered small scratches and dings, some wear of the finish on the comb, some age to the recoil pad, minor oil discoloration, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Alvin A. White Engraved Winchester 16 Gauge Model 21 Shotgun

Lot #380 (Sale Order 380 of 688)

Attractive Alvin A. White Signed, Master Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Winchester 16 Gauge Model 21 Double Barrel Shotgun

Blued Winchester Proof Steel chopper lump barrels with steel mid and white front bead sights on the matted, concave solid rib, standard Winchester markings, 2 3/4 inch chambers with automatic ejectors, and chokes marked "IMP. CYL."/"MOD." ahead of the flats. The barrels display beautifully executed wedges of floral scroll engraving extending 4 1/8 inches from either breech towards the muzzle. The blued action features masterfully executed gold inlaid game scenes on both sides with a pair of ducks in flight over a marsh on the left and two ducks at the water's edge on the right. The underside is gold inlaid with an eagle and shield motif beneath seven gold stars, twelve gold stars on the triggerguard, and 25 stars across the fences and rear of the rib. All of this gold work is surrounded by beautiful floral scroll in the same style as that on the barrels covering nearly all of the action. Single selective trigger, gold inlaid lower tang serial number, and automatic tang mounted safety with gold inlaid "SAFE". The water table is inset with a small gold rectangle bearing "A A WHITE/ENG." for renowned Master Engraver Alvin A. White. Highly figured, fancy fluer-de-lis checkered walnut beavertail forend with engraved fittings and a rotary latch release and a round knob pistol grip stock with gold inscription oval marked "LWF" ("W" is largest) and leather wrapped recoil pad. Another Alvin White Winchester Model 21 with the same engraving theme is available in the previous lot. Stock and barrel measurements (R/L): bore diameter 9 inches from the breech ..672/.672 inches; choke constriction .004/.012 inches; minimum wall thickness .031/.029 inches; 1 3/8 inch drop at comb; 2 1/16 inch drop at heel; 13 11/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 12 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as masterfully upgraded to current configuration by Master Engraver Alvin A. White, retaining 97% blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, some slight fading of the factory markings, and crisp engraving. The wood is also excellent with minor handling evidence, some age to the recoil pad, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Richard P. Mellon Collection

Winchester 20 Gauge Experimental Model 50 Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Lot #381 (Sale Order 381 of 688)

Excellent, Documented Factory Engraved Winchester 20 Gauge Experimental Model 50 Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Winchester Model 50 shotguns were manufactured from 1954-1961 starting with serial number 1,000. This example is a pre-production prototype with the serial number "EXP33A". The shotgun is identified as an experimental Model 50 by serial number in Ronald Stadt's "Winchester Shotguns and Shotshells" on page 137. The gun has dual steel bead sights on the matted vent rib along with standard production markings, 2 3/4 inch chamber marking, and "WS-1" marked choke. The receiver is engraved with a dog and pheasant on the left and three mallards on the right. Lightly figured, checkered forend and pistol grip stock. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 9 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% original combination blue/anodized finish with minor handling evidence. The wood is also excellent with a few minor scratches and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Lot #382 (Sale Order 382 of 688)

Winchester Model 1897 Takedown Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1948. Single nickel silver front sight bead and blued front sling swivel. The left of the barrel is roll-stamped "MODEL 97-WINCHESTER- 12 GA./-TRADE MARK-" in two lines, followed by "2 3/4 CHAM./CYL." Oval Winchester "W/P" proofmarks are stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The serial number "E/930203" is roll-stamped across the bottom of the receiver and "930203" on the bottom of the takedown adapter. No U.S. ordnance marks are present on the gun. Mounted with an 18-groove forend and smooth pistol grip stock fitted with a blued sling swivel base (swivel absent but base attached) and checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent retaining 95% plus original blue finish with light slide retraction wear and thread mark notches under the barrel. The wood is very fine with a few dents and scratches at the toe and well-defined forend grooves. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester 20 Gauge Model 12 Slide Action Skeet Shotgun

Lot #383 (Sale Order 383 of 688)

Winchester 20 Gauge Model 12 Slide Action WS-1 Skeet Shotgun

Manufactured in 1951. Steel mid and red front bead sights on the matted solid rib, standard Winchester markings and proof, 2 3/4 inch chamber, and "WS-1" (skeet) choke. The blued receiver shows the "WP" proof on the top. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered forend and stock. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 13 15/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 12 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Extremely fine, retaining 85% plus original blue, cycling wear, light handling evidence, a few minor marks on the top of the receiver, and crisp checkering on the very fine wood.

Pre-World War II Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Lot #384 (Sale Order 384 of 688)

Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1919 and subsequently factory refurbished. Single brass front sight bead. The action bar is roll-stamped "MODEL 1897/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S.PAT.OFF." in three lines, and the barrel is marked "12 GA." and "CYL" along with the Winchester address and patent information. Oval Winchester "W/P" proofmarks are stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The serial number "E/705741" is roll-stamped across the bottom of the receiver. Mounted with an 18-groove forend and later production smooth pistol grip stock fitted with a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 97% plus bright high polish factory refinished blue finish, some light slide retraction wear, and well-defined grooves on the forend. Mechanically excellent.

3 Digit Serial Number Winchester Model 40 Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Lot #385 (Sale Order 385 of 688)

Early Production Three Digit Serial Number "322" Winchester Model 40 Semi-Automatic Shotgun

Manufactured from 1940 to 1941 with approximately 12,000 guns sold. The Winchester Model 40 was the company's second attempt to break into the auto loading shotgun market. Standard markings and features including the 2 3/4 inch chamber marking and the "MOD" choke marking. Smooth, non-checkered walnut pistol grip stock. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs 5 oz.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original blue, scattered light scratches, and light handling evidence. The wood is has a crack on either side of the wrist; otherwise, it is very fine with scattered scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #386 (Sale Order 386 of 688)

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1892. Damascus steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted, concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL", chambers measured 2 9/16 inches with single extractor, and choke constrictions measure .006/.028 inches. The casehardened top action displays standard Grade 2 engraving with "PARKER BROS." on either side and features double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with inscription shield at the wrist with what appears to be a Gothic "R". Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/8 inch drop at heel; 13 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 13 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine, retaining 70% original case colors and beautiful vivid Damascus patterning on the barrels with an attractive brown patina, a few areas of minor wear, and a pinned repair on the breech end of the top rib. The wood has been reoiled, otherwise it is very fine with a few light marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #387 (Sale Order 387 of 688)

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1896. Damascus steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted, concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL", chambers measured 2 9/16 inches with single extractor, and choke constrictions measure .040/.040 inches. The casehardened top action displays standard Grade 2 engraving and features double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with inscription shield reading "HCR". Stock measurements: 1 15/16 inch drop at comb; 3 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 3 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% case colors with the balance a silver patina and an attractive brown patina on the barrels with a few areas showing light oxidation and overall mild handling evidence. The reoiled wood is very good with numerous dings and scratches and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Remington Model 1889 10 Gauge Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #388 (Sale Order 388 of 688)

Remington 10 Gauge Model 1889 Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Blued steel barrels with single steel bead front sight on the matted solid rib which is marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION N.Y. U.S.A.", 2 7/8 inch chambers with single extractor, and chokes measured at full/full. The receiver, locks, and hammers are casehardened. The locks are both marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO." in block letters. Double triggers and rebounding hammers. Multi-point checkered, walnut forend with Deeley style latch and round knob pistol grip stock with hard rubber Remington buttplate. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; weight 9 lbs 11 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine as professionally refinished, retaining 98% blue finish and 90% plus casehardening with some light handling evidence, and a few subsurface blemishes on the barrels. The wood is very good with some scattered scratches, a few pressure marks, minor varnish flaking, a chip behind the right hammer, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Parker Brothers 10 Gauge Grade 0 Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #389 (Sale Order 389 of 688)

Documented Antique Parker Brothers 10 Gauge Grade 0 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1886. Twist steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. TWIST", 2 7/8 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constriction measured .036/.031 inches. The casehardened top action features "PARKER BROS." on either side as well as double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured splinter forend with Deeley latch and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield in the wrist. The above configuration is confirmed on page 199 of "Parker Gun Identification & Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 2 inch drop at comb; 3 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs 15 oz.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining 40% case colors and showing a mix of brown and grey patina on the barrels with some spots of cleaned oxidation. The revarnished wood is also very good with some dings and scratches and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 0 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #390 (Sale Order 390 of 688)

Documented Antique Parker Brothers Grade 0 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1890. Twist steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. TWIST", 2 9/16 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constriction measured .033/.034 inches. The casehardened top action features "PARKER BROS." on either side as well as double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured splinter forend with Deeley latch and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield in the wrist. The above configuration is confirmed on page 240 of "Parker Gun Identification & Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 3/4 inch drop at heel; 14 1/2 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 9 oz.

Class: Antique

Very good, retaining 50% case colors on the action, a mix of brown and grey patina on the barrels with some areas of spotting and light pitting, and overall mild handling evidence. The revarnished wood is also very good with a few dings and scratches, a small crack coming off of the bottom tang, and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Parker Brothers 10 Gauge CH Grade Top Action Hammer Shotgun

Lot #391 (Sale Order 391 of 688)

Antique Parker Brothers 10 Gauge CH Grade Top Action Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Action manufactured in 1883 and subsequently proofed then reproofed between 1954 and 1989 at Birmingham. Blued steel replacement barrels utilizing the original Parker breech and lugs with single steel bead on the smooth, concave solid rib, chambers proved at 2 7/8 inches with single extractor, and choke constriction measured at .042/.041 inches. The barrels bear standard Birmingham proofs and are marked "SLEEVED" next to a script "W.R." on the flats. The casehardened top action features standard C Grade engraving with dog scenes on the left, right, and underside along with sculpted fence, rebounding hammers, and double triggers. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Deeley release and engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield and skeleton buttplate. Stock measurements: 2 inch drop at comb; 3 inch drop at heel; 14 1/8 inch length of pull; weight 10 lbs 2 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine as professionally refinished, retaining 98% blue on the barrels, 30% case colors, blued hammers, and overall light handling evidence. The sanded stock is ill-fitting, otherwise very good with light marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Parker Brothers 10 Gauge "Dollar Grade" Double Barrel Shotgun

Lot #392 (Sale Order 392 of 688)

Early Documented Parker Brothers 10 Gauge "Dollar Grade" Underlifter Action Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1875 as what appears to be a "105 Dollar" grade gun from the 1874 Parker Catalog. According to page 242 of "The Parker Story" By Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote, only some 106 guns where built in this period with 32 inch Damascus barrels in 10 gauge across all grades. Single bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS MERIDEN CONN DAMASCUS STEEL", chambers measured at 2 5/8 inches with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .012/.026 inches. The casehardened underlifter action bears light scroll engraving and features rebounding hammers and double triggers. Nicely figured, multi-point walnut forend with wedge fastener and round knob pistol grip stock with added hard rubber buttplate. The barrel length, barrel steel, and gauge are confirmed on page 76 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 3 1/4 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 9 lbs 3 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% original case colors on the action and a mix of brown and grey patina on the barrels with a small spots of cleaned oxidation. The stock is cracked through at the butt and revarnished with some excess glue or varnish on the underside, the pistol grip has been added by inletting it into the stock, otherwise the stock is good with crisp recut checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Parker Brothers 10 Gauge Grade 3 Top Action Hammer Shotgun

Lot #393 (Sale Order 393 of 688)

Antique Documented Parker Brothers 10 Gauge Grade 3 Top Action Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1884 as one of only 385 guns built in this configuration according to page 290 of "The Parker Story" by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote. Damascus steel barrels with single bead sight on the smooth concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL.", 2 7/8 inch chambers with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .035/.033 inches. The casehardened sidelock action bears the standard Grade 3 engraving consisting of a dog flushing birds on either side of the receiver, a trio of partridge on the underside, and scrollwork surrounding the scenes. The action features sculpted fence, double triggers, and rebounding hammers. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield and skeleton buttplate over checkered bare butt. The above configuration is confirmed on page 174 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 7/8 inch drop at comb; 2 7/8 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; weight 9 lbs 1 oz.

Class: Antique

Very fine, showing Damascus pattern on the barrels with an attractive brown patina, 30% plus original case colors, some areas of cleaned oxidation, and mild overall handling evidence. The wood is very good with numerous dings and scratches and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Lot #394 (Sale Order 394 of 688)

Documented Antique Parker Brothers Grade 2 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufactured in 1886. Damascus steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the smooth, concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL", chambers measured 2 9/16 inches with single extractor, and choke constrictions measure .033/.033 inches. The casehardened top action displays standard Grade 2 engraving and features double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield. The above configuration is confirmed on page 201 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 13/16 inch drop at comb; 2 7/8 inch drop at heel; 14 3/8 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 3 oz.

Class: Antique

Fine, retaining 40% original case colors and a mix of brown and grey patina on the barrels with a few spots of minor oxidation and strong patterning. The reoiled wood is very good with some dings and scratches, small imperfections along the inlets, and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Colt First Series Woodsman Pistol with Half Moon Front Sight

Lot #395 (Sale Order 395 of 688)

Colt First Series Woodsman Semi-Automatic Pistol with Half Moon Front Sight

Manufactured in 1933 this Colt Woodsman features the rare half moon front sight that, according to renowned Colt Woodsman collector Major Robert J. Rayburn, was only made for a few months that same year with only two or three hundred total produced, and few are known to survive today. Windage adjustable rear sight with wide notch to accommodate the wider half moon front sight. The left side of the barrel is marked with the Colt address above the patent information. It has standard marking on the slide and frame. Nicely figured fully checkered walnut grip panels. There is a similar pistol pictured and described on page 23 of E. A. Brink's "Colt Rimfire Automatic Pistols: A Collectors Guide".

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% plus original blue finish, some areas of thinning, light handling evidence, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Colt First Series Woodsman Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #396 (Sale Order 396 of 688)

George Sherwood Signed Custom Engraved Colt First Series Woodsman Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Case

Manufactured in 1937 and subsequently custom embellished. This Colt Woodsman features standard marks and features as well as nearly 50% coverage floral scroll engraving executed by Master Engraver George Sherwood. Beneath the left grip is Sherwood's "SHERWOOD ENGRAVED" signature. Includes custom made case containing cleaning equipment and an empty box of Remington Hi-Speed Kleanbore .22 Long Rifle ammunition.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine overall as custom embellished. 99% plus professionally refinished blue finish remains with limited handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with limited storage and handling marks.

Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

Lot #397 (Sale Order 397 of 688)

Excellent Documented Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 7 1/2 inch barrel in 45 caliber, with a blue finish and stocks not listed when shipped to John Pritzlaff Hardware Company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on July 22, 1913. It features blade front and frame notch rear sights, flat cylinder release, checkered hard rubber grips with "COLT" at the top, and lanyard loop on the butt.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original bright high polish blue finish with scattered handling marks, light muzzle wear, a cylinder drag line, and some spotting on the cylinder. Grips are fine with a small chip visible in both lower panels and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

Colt Model 1903 New Army and New Navy Double Action Revolver

Lot #398 (Sale Order 398 of 688)

Exceptionally Fine Colt Model 1903 New Army and New Navy Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1906 with the standard two-line address and patent dates on top of the barrel, "COLT. D.A. 38" on the left of the barrel, circled Rampant Colt on the left rear of the frame, serial number on the butt, and matching assembly number "362" on the frame, crane, and cylinder latch. Fitted with blade and frame groove sights, nitre blue trigger, hammer, and screws, and diamond pattern checkered grips, each numbered "372" on the inside. Includes a generic leatherette soft case.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Exceptionally fine, retains 75% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish and 75% plus of the original nitre blue with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on the barrel and grip straps. The grips are very fine with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Woodsman First Series Match Target Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #399 (Sale Order 399 of 688)

Colt Woodsman First Series Match Target Semi-Automatic Pistol

This gun was manufactured in 1939, with only 16,000 manufactured from 1938-1944. Features a Patridge front and adjustable rear target sight. The top of the barrel is marked with standard two line address and patent date. The left side of the barrel is marked with a bulls eye image with the word "MATCH" above it and "TARGET" below it. "THE WOODSMAN" is marked on the left side of the frame. On the left side of the slide, it is marked with "COLT AUTOMATIC/CAL..22 LONG RIFLE" along with the Rampant Colt. Pivoting thumb safety and checkered one-piece walnut "Elephant Ear" grips with Colt medallions. Serrated target trigger. The two-tone magazine is marked with 2-line legend reading "COLT WOODSMAN / CAL 22 L.R."

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, 90% plus original finish remaining, thinning on the back strap, muzzle and some high edge wear with scattered light scuffs and scratches. The grips are very fine with high spot wear on top of both grip panels. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Prototype Woodsman Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #400 (Sale Order 400 of 688)

Colt Prototype Woodsman Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 17X

The pistol has standard markings and features except for the serial number on the right side of the frame. Adjustable front and rear sights. Serrated front and back straps. Fitted with checkered plastic grips with Rampant Colt on the right grip panel.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent. 97% plus of the original blue finish remains with scattered scratches and grip strap wear. The barrel has some minor wear at the muzzle. The grips are very fine with scattered scratches and dings. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Officer's Model Target Double Action Revolver with Stock

Lot #401 (Sale Order 401 of 688)

Exceptional Colt Officer's Model Target Double Action Revolver with Very Scarce Ideal Style Shoulder Stock

This is an exceptional Colt 2nd Issue Officer's Model Target D.A. revolver that was manufactured in 1912. The revolver is complete with an attachable shoulder stock/holster manufactured by either W.P Thompson or the Ideal Holster Company. A similar example of this stock/holster is illustrated on page 342 of "The Book Of Colt Firearms" by R.L. Wilson. The revolver has the Colt high polish blue finish with fire blue trigger and hammer. The sides of the hammer are polished bright. The revolver has two-piece walnut checkered grips inlaid with Rampant Colt medallions. The revolver has the distinctive Officer's Model flat top frame with dove-tail mounted rear sight and block mounted front sight with removable blade. The front sight is adjustable for elevation, and the rear sight is adjustable for windage. The trigger spur has borderless checkering. Both the back strap and the face of the trigger are checkered. The top of the standard weight barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line Hartford address and "1884", "1900", "01" and "05" patent dates. The model designation: "+ OFFICERS MODEL 38+" is roll-stamped along the left side of the barrel. The Rampant Colt trademark on a stylized "C" is roll-stamped on the left side of the frame behind the rounded, checkered cylinder latch. The Colt "triangle/P" proof mark is stamped on the left side of the frame above the front trigger guard bow and the assembler's number "3" is stamped above the left rear trigger guard bow. The serial number is stamped on the inside of the frame and crane and penciled on the inside of both grips. All of the visible serial numbers match. The attachable shoulder stock has blued tubular and sheet metal fittings and a black cowhide holster body. "PATENT'S/PENDING is stamped on both sides of the metal mount with no other visible manufacturers markings. The holster is complete with four metal stock attachment plates that fit beneath the revolver grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent. The revolver retains 95% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish and shows minimal wear. The limited finish wear is located on the edges of the frame and cylinder. The trigger and hammer retain most of the nitre blue finish. The frame and barrel markings are crisp. The grips are also excellent and have sharp checkering with all of the original finish. The action functions perfectly. The stock is very fine. The blue finish on the stock hardware is 80% complete. The black leather holster is fine, the leather is smooth with minimal cracks and flex marks, and the stitching on the seams are tight. This is a unique example of a Colt Officer's Model D.A. revolver with very scarce Ideal Holster Co. attachable shoulder stock/holster.

2 Inch Barrel Colt Marshal Model Double Action Revolver

Lot #402 (Sale Order 402 of 688)

Scarce 2 Inch Barrel Colt Marshal Model Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1954. Fewer than 2,500 Marshals were made. Blade front and frame notch rear sights, model and caliber marking on left side of barrel, two-line Hartford address on the right, matching numbers on frame and crane, and checkered walnut grips with silver Colt medallions.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 95% original finish with some light muzzle wear, some light handling marks, and light cylinder drag marks. Grips are very fine with a small chip and a scratch on the lower left side grip, otherwise some light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Texas Ranger Colt New Service Revolver with Badge

Lot #403 (Sale Order 403 of 688)

Historic Texas Ranger Captain John Wood's "Texas Public Safety Dept." Marked Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Texas Ranger Badge

This Colt New Service revolver was formerly of Charles Schreiner III’s famed Texas Rangers collection which was originally sold in April 2003 and then-identified by Texas Ranger Senior Captain Clint Peoples as being carried in the line of duty by Texas Ranger Captain John Wood (1913-2013). Capt. John Wood is recognized as a prominent Texas Ranger in “A Pictorial History of the Texas Rangers” on pages 154, 205, 209 and 215 (Schreiner & Berryman, 1969). At an early age Capt. Wood knew he wanted to be a Texas Ranger, and, standing well over 6 feet tall, certainly matched the image of the cowboy hat and boot wearing, gun toting lawman he first saw as a child. His career defining case was the nearly 11-year investigation into the Duval County political machine run by prominent and corrupt political boss, George Parr, the Duke of Duval (1901-1975), that resulted in several hundred cases against two dozen people, including Parr. Through bribery, fraud, and illegal donations Parr and his father before him controlled the powerful Democratic political machine of South Texas for decades. In the early 1970s the law finally caught up to Parr when he was convicted on income tax evasion and sentenced to ten years in prison, but before he was put behind bars, Parr was found dead of an apparent suicide. Unable to continue on without Parr, the political machine soon dissolved. Capt. Wood began his law-enforcement career as a city policeman and joined the Texas DPS as a Highway Patrolman in 1942. Promoted to Ranger on New Year's Day 1949 and later to Ranger Sergeant, he had almost 30 years of legendary service in the Texas Rangers when he retired in 1978 and, at his death aged 99 years in 2013, was the oldest living Texas Ranger. Manufactured in 1939, this revolver is stamped with standard Colt barrel markings, “TEXAS PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT.” on the back strap and “No. 68” on the butt. A tag attached to the trigger guard reads, “Sgt. John Wood/302.” Includes Capt. Wood’s gold Texas Ranger sergeant badge featuring inlaid gem stones (possibly sapphires) on each of the five-star points and marked “HALTOMS/FT WORTH” on the back.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 97% of the old reapplied chrome plating with scattered flaking and some scratches. The grips are good, well worn from being carried by a Texas Ranger for decades. The right panel has a stabilized crack toward the bottom. Mechanically excellent. The Texas Ranger sergeant badge is excellent. A Colt New Service known to have been carried in the line of duty by Texas Ranger Captain John Wood that will be a most welcomed addition to any law enforcement collection.

Provenance: Charles Schreiner III Collection, Robert B. "Bob" Berryman Estate Collection

1908 Olympics United States Cartridge Co. Presentation Revolvers

Lot #404 (Sale Order 404 of 688)

Historic Documented 1908 Olympic Games United States Cartridge Company Presentation Cased Set of Smith & Wesson/Colt Target Revolvers Presented to Major Charles B. Winder -A) Colt Officers Model Double Action Target Revolver with Monogram and Factory Letter

Historic Documented 1908 Olympic Games United States Cartridge Company Presentation Cased Set of Smith & Wesson/Colt Target Revolvers Presented to Major Charles B. Winder -A) Colt Officers Model Double Action Target Revolver with Monogram and Factory Letter
This set of Colt Officers Model and Smith & Wesson Triple Lock Target revolvers were presented to Colonel Charles B. Winder, a member of the gold medal winning 1908 Summer Olympic Games U.S. Rifle Team and the man whose name the Winchester Winder musket carries. The U.S. Cartridge Company presented the revolvers to Colonel Winder (at the time he held the rank of Major) for his accomplishments during the 1908 Olympic Games. Colonel Winder began his military career during the Spanish-American War when he enlisted in the 3rd Ohio Infantry in 1897. In 1904, Winder was commissioned a Captain and made Inspector of Small Arms Practice of the Ohio National Guard. He was asked to persuade Winchester to manufacture a .22 caliber single shot musket for the purpose of gallery practice. The result was the Winchester Model 1885 Winder Musket. The low cost and high accuracy of the musket did much to popularize small bore target shooting in the United States. While attached to Army Ordnance in World War I, the Colonel received a patent for a tube sight for the Springfield Model 1903 rifle. It was one of several patents on arms, sights, targets and ammunition the Colonel obtained throughout his military career. He was a prominent marksman and won the 1903 Leech Cup Match and gold medal in the 1905 National Trophy Individual Pistol Match and participated in the winning 1903 and 1907 U.S. Palma Trophy Teams. As a member of the 1908 Olympic Games U.S. Rifle Team, Winder won a gold medal in the team military rifle event and was 16th in the 1,000 yard free rifle event. The U.S. Cartridge Company was a sponsor of the team and presented these two target revolvers to Colonel Winder in 1910. One set went to each of the twelve members. The 1908 Games were held in London for a total of 187 days (6 months and 4 days), the longest in modern Olympic Games history. Research pertaining to Colonel Winder is included in the lot. The early Colt Officers Model Target revolver is a true mark of superior marksmanship. These revolvers were hand built to exacting accuracy requirements and were the best target handguns at this time. The revolvers had a flat top target type frame, adjustable front and rear sights, checkered trigger and back strap and a super smooth hand honed double and single action trigger pull. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address, 1884, 1900 and 1905 patent dates, and the left side is marked "OFFICERS MODEL .38." The left side plate has a Rampant Colt with a stylized "C" as well as a factory engraved "CBW" monogram. The revolver is fitted with two piece fleur-de-lis checkered walnut grips featuring a diamond pattern around the screw. The Colt factory letter confirms the caliber, barrel length, finish and factory engraved "CBW" on the side plate. All blue finish with niter blue trigger and hammer with polished sides. The revolver was shipped to the U.S. Cartridge Co. of Boston, Massachusetts, on February 12, 1910 as part of a 12 gun shipment. The case that holds the Colt Officer Model Target revolver and the Smith & Wesson Triple Lock Target Model revolver has a brass presentation plaque inscribed, "LEST WE FORGET/Presented to/MAJ. CHARLES B. WINDER/United States Rifle Team/OLYMPIC GAMES 1908/by the/United States Cartridge Co." The oak case is bound in leather with the French fitted interior lined in chamois. The case also contains a glass bottle of P.J. O'Hare sight black, a tin oiler and screwdriver.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Officers Model
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 38 special
Finish: blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 313186
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 90% bright original high polish blue finish with a smooth gray patina on the balance. Some mild pitting is present. 97% original niter blue remains on the hammer and trigger. The grips are very fine with some minor handling marks on the bottoms and a few blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine. The case is good showing moderate wear on the leather and high spot wear on the chamois.

B) Scarce Smith & Wesson First Model 44 Hand Ejector Triple Lock Double Action Target Revolver with Monogram
Manufactured from 1907 to 1915 within the serial number range 1 to 15,375. This revolver is the scarce target version of the .44 Hand
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Exempted Smoothbore Colt New Service Double Action Revolver

Lot #405 (Sale Order 405 of 688)

Extremely Rare Documented BATFE Exempted Smoothbore .44-40 Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 7 1/2 smoothbore barrel in .44-40 caliber, blue finish and hard rubber stocks when shipped to Keim Supply Co., Philadelphia, PA on April 26, 1926. This is one of five smoothbore .44-40 Colt New Service revolvers exempted and listed by serial number by the BATFE in the Curio or Relics List out of around 356,000 total New Service revolvers. Thus, they are true rarities and particularly desirable as examples of arms that would otherwise be restricted by the National Firearms Act. Aside from the special factory smoothbore barrel, it has the standard markings and features, including matching serial numbers on the frame, crane, and grips. Smoothbore revolvers and lever action rifles/carbines were often employed by trick shooters and Wild West shows. The latter had mostly ended by the 1920s, but exhibition shooters remained popular, including marksmen and sharpshooting ladies sponsored by firearms companies like Colt and Winchester.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine with 60% plus original blue finish, smooth gray and brown patina where the finish has faded, minimal light oxidation, and general mild wear. The grips are fine and have moderately worn checkering, mild handling wear, and aged tones. Mechanically excellent. Do not miss your chance to get your hands on this Colt rarity!

Cuba Shipped Colt New Service Double Action Revolver

Lot #406 (Sale Order 406 of 688)

Documented Cuban Army Colt New Service Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory lists this revolver as having a 5 1/2 inch barrel in 45 caliber with blue finish, wood stocks and "EJERCITO DE CUBA" marking on the barrel when shipped on June 24, 1920 to the Departmento Administracion Ejecrcito, care of United Fruit Company in Boston, Massachusetts. Fitted with fixed blade and notch sighs, with the two-line address and patent dates on top of the barrel, model and caliber markings on the left side, "EJERCITO DE CUBA" on the right side, and the "Rampant Colt" on the side plate. These revolvers were purchased by the Cuban government before and after World War I to arm members of their army and Guardia Rurales, the latter of which were merely armed with a Colt New Service and a machete. Some sources say these revolvers were only carried by non-commissioned officers in the Cuban army. These revolvers were likely purchased before 1920 when Cuba was considerably wealthy due to being one of the worlds leading sugar producers. Following World War I, the economy of Cuba collapsed and began a time known as "The Dance of the Millions" where foreign investors gained considerable power on the island.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, retaining 60% original blue finish with scattered handling marks, and cylinder drag line. Grips are good with dings and scratches throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Bankers Special .22 Caliber Double Action Revolver

Lot #407 (Sale Order 407 of 688)

Excellent Colt Bankers Special .22 Caliber Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1934. The left side of the barrel is marked "22 BANKERS/SPECIAL", and the right side has the two line Colt address/patent dates. Colt manufactured approximately 35,000 Banker Special revolvers between 1926 and 1943.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, light surface oxidation on rear grip strap, and crisp grip checkering on the excellent grips. Mechanically excellent.

Two Colt Double Action Revolvers with Black Boxes

Lot #408 (Sale Order 408 of 688)

Collector's Lot of Two Colt Double Action Revolvers with Black Boxes -A) Colt Army Special Revolver

Collector's Lot of Two Colt Double Action Revolvers with Black Boxes -A) Colt Army Special Revolver
Manufactured in 1927. Standard markings and features. Includes black box renumbered to the gun.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Army Special
BBL: 6 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 32-20 WCF
Finish: blue
Grips: hard rubber
Serial Number: 589776
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

B) Colt Police Positive Revolver
Manufactured in 1929. Standard markings and features. Includes original black box.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Police Positive
BBL: 4 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 32 Colt police
Finish: blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 318938
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a cylinder drag line, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine with storage and handling marks.

Engraved & Gold Inlaid U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Revolver

Lot #409 (Sale Order 409 of 688)

L. Nelly Signed, Elaborately Engraved, and Gold Inlaid U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Double Action Revolver with Relief Carved Pearl Grips from the Famed Dr. Joseph Murphy Collection

Originally a U.S. inspected martial revolver, this Model 1917 was subsequently elaborately custom embellished by L. Nelly whose signature is on the left side of the frame under the cylinder. A beautiful floral scroll engraving on a punch dot background nearly covers the frame and cylinder. The fine scrollwork extends to the rear section of the barrel. Gold inlaid bands are featured on the barrel at the muzzle and breech, and gold inlaid scrollwork is featured on the back strap, top strap, and around the S&W barrel legend. Additional gold inlaid entwining lines appear on the sides of the barrel towards the muzzle. The revolver retains the U.S. property markings. The pearl grips have high relief initials "PPP" on the right panel, the Latin motto "MEMENTO/ANDAR/SEMPER" (likely the misspelling for Memento audere semper, "Remember to always dare") on the left panel, and cowboy iconography throughout. The revolver has a late Dr. Joseph Murphy collection tag, number "105." Two photo negatives of the revolver are included.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as professionally embellished, retaining 99% of the blue/gold inlaid finish showing a small patch of gray on the right side of the frame. The elaborate undersized replacement grips have a missing chip on the bottom of the left panel, crisp carving and attractive color. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Gold Inlaid U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #410 (Sale Order 410 of 688)

Engraved Gold Inlaid U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Originally manufactured in 1917 for the U.S. military, this pistol was subsequently custom engraved with 50% coverage floral scroll engraving with gold wire border inlays. The engraving and gold work appears to be unsigned by the artist, though their skill is apparent. Apart from the attractively executed embellishment, the pistol bears the standard two-line, two-block patent and address markings on the left of the slide, caliber marking on the right, U.S. property marking on the left of the frame, serial number on the right, and a conjoined "HP" on the chamber of the barrel. The trigger, hammer, and grip safety are also gold washed and the pistol is fitted with a thick pair of the laminated grips with gold Colt Medallions. The furnished magazine is fully blued with matching engraving on the base.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as custom embellished, retains 90% plus of the blue finish with some light thinning on the mainspring housing and thumb safety and 80% plus of the gold with some scattered light thinning and some loss of the wire inlay on the thumb safety. The grips are fine with minimal light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Norwegian Navy Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #411 (Sale Order 411 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented Norwegian Navy Shipped Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

With factory letter. The accompanying factory letter lists this pistol as being chambered in .45 ACP with a 5 inch barrel, and blue finish when shipped to Royal Norwegian Naval Service in Halifax, Canada on May 7, 1942. This pistol is one of only 300 shipped to the Royal Norwegian Naval Service to arm whaling ships which would act as escort ships and minesweepers. This pistol falls into the first of the three shipments to make their way to Canada, and is one of the two hundred pistols shipped to the Royal Norwegian Navy from a shipment originally intended for French Shanghai. The "CONCESSION FRANCAISE CHANGHAI" marking on the right side of the frame has been over stamped with an upside down "S PAT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. USA" roll marking. The inventory number is also stamped on the right side of the frame across from the serial number. The slide features two-line Colt caliber marking on the right side and two-line patent stamping on the left. The right side of the frame features the two-line model over serial number stamping. The blued magazine is in a configuration requested by the Shanghai Police to prevent cartridges from being stolen and spent casings put in their place.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 90% plus arsenal refurbished blue finish with handling marks, a few dings, and a few spots of light pitting. Grips are very good with a few small spots of softened checkering, otherwise checkering is sharp. Mechanically excellent.

Serial Number C1589 Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #412 (Sale Order 412 of 688)

Early Production Serial Number C1589 Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1912, the first year of production of the commercial Government Model. This pistol represented the cutting edge of firearm technology and was highly sought after by military personnel and civilians alike. This particular example exhibits the early production lustrous high polish blue finish and nitre blue small parts, as well as the serial number on the left of the frame as seen on only the first 2,250 Government Models, and the "GOVERNMENT MODEL" marking on the front right of the frame which was only seen until approximately serial numbers C4500-C5000. The slide on this pistol bears the two-line, two-block address and patent markings on the left side with the circled Rampant Colt behind the serrations. The right of the slide has the caliber markings. "VP" and "K" are on the trigger guard. The early four-digit serial number is located on the left of the frame. The barrel is a later production replacement marked "COLT 45 AUTO" with military inspection "P" on the left of the lug and "G" on the bottom. Fitted with fixed blade and notch sights, a set of diamond pattern checkered grips, and an unmarked two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on the bottom.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, retains 60% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish and 70% of the original nitre blue with the balance mostly a smooth artificial brown touch up with some edge wear, spotting, and grip strap wear. The grips are very good with replacement screws, a few scattered minor dings, and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Early Production Colt Military Model 1902 Pistol

Lot #413 (Sale Order 413 of 688)

Very Fine Early Production Colt Military Model 1902 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in late-1905 or early-1906, this Military Model of 1902 pistol exhibits the early-production high polish blue finish and rounded hammer which was completely phased out around serial number 37000, when the numbers began ascending again from 30200 to 43266. This pistol was manufactured in the first serial number block descending from 15200 to 11000. The left side of the slide is marked with the two-line patent date and two-line address arranged in two blocks with the circled Rampant Colt at the rear. The right side of the slide has the two-line caliber marking, "AUTOMATIC COLT/CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS" behind the ejector port and "MODEL 1902" ahead of it. The left side of the frame has the serial number and "5" on the left of the trigger guard. It is fitted with blade and rounded top notch sights, early forward checkering on each side of the slide, a lanyard swivel on the lower left of the grip frame, checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colts and "COLT" banners, later production replacement barrel, and an unmarked later production replacement full blue magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 75% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish, 60% plus of the original nitre blue on the trigger, and traces of the original case colors on the hammer with the balance having thinned to a mostly grey-brown patina, primarily on the leading edges of the slide and the grip straps. The grips are also very fine with a few scattered light handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Royal Netherlands Indies Commission Colt Model 1903 Hammerless

Lot #414 (Sale Order 414 of 688)

Scarce Documented Royal Netherlands Indies Commission Shipped Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1940 with standard markings and features, this pistol was one of approximately 6,800 purchased by the Royal Dutch Netherlands for arming their forces in the Dutch East Indies (Indonesia). In 1942, Indonesia was invaded by the Japanese and Dutch residents were placed in internment camps. Some four million people were killed as a result of the Japanese invasion. After the war, Indonesians refused to allow the Dutch to recolonize the islands and eventually won their independence after several years of guerrilla warfare. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips and barrel length not listed) as well as shipment to Royal Dutch Indies Ordnance in New York on 29 October 1940 in a 200 gun shipment. Includes a collector's Kraft style box hand numbered to the gun.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% of the original blue finish with some scattered very light edge wear and handling marks. The grips are also excellent with some light wear on towards the bottom of the right panel and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with minimal wear.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Pre-World War II Colt Government Model National Match Pistol

Lot #415 (Sale Order 415 of 688)

Exceptional Texas Shipped Pre-World War II Colt Government Model National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1932. Round blade front and fixed square notch rear sights, two-line address and patent marking on the left side of the matching numbered slide, "NATIONAL MATCH" nomenclature and caliber marking on the right followed by the Rampant Colt logo, standard factory inspection marks on the frame, short, checkered milled trigger, checkered slide catch, magazine catch, thumb safety, wide spur hammer, and arched mainspring housing. The barrel has a polished chamber and circled "M.B." on the lug. Fitted with correct checkered grips and a two-tone blue magazine marked "COLT/45 AUTO" on the base. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed) as well as shipment to Wolf & Klar Wholesale Hardware in Fort Worth, Texas on 22 September 1932.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original blue finish with minor muzzle edge wear, some scattered light handling marks, and a very faint takedown mark. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered very light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Box

Lot #416 (Sale Order 416 of 688)

Outstanding Pre-World War II Colt Super .38 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Original Box

Manufactured in 1935 these Super .38 pistols were first shown to the public at the August 1928 Camp Perry National Matches, and were available for purchase by the start of 1929. The left side of the matching numbered slide is marked with the two-line address and patent dates while the right side bears the caliber marking along with the Rampant Colt. The serial number is on the right of the frame, the left of the trigger guard is marked "X" over "VP", and the right of the trigger guard is marked "60". The barrel is marked "COLT SUPER 38 AUTO" on the bottom left and has a polished chamber. Fitted with blade and notch rear sights, wide checkered hammer, long grip safety, arched checkered mainspring housing, checkered walnut grips, and a two-tone .38 Super Auto magazine. Includes the original Colt maroon box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original high polish blue finish with only the slightest edge wear, and a few light handling/takedown marks. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some mild wear and a couple tape repairs on the lid corners.

Pre-WWII Colt National Match Pistol Attributed to John Wayne

Lot #417 (Sale Order 417 of 688)

Pre-World War II Colt National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol Attributed to John Wayne

Manufactured in 1937, the pistol includes a document from Collector's Firearms of Houston, Texas attributing the pistol as having been part of the Michael Wayne collection sold in 2003, and as having been carried by his father, John Wayne, in war movies in which he played a role. The left of the matching number slide is marked with the standard two-line address and patent dates while the left has the standard National Match and caliber markings. The left of the trigger guard is marked "P/VP", the right "38", and the right of the frame has the Government Model marking over the serial number. Fitted with blade and notch sights, a pair of full checkered grips marked "DAMON" on the inside of each panel, and an unmarked two-tone magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 80% of the original blue finish with the balance a smooth grey patina, primarily in the form of some scattered light handling marks, some light edge wear, and light wear on the grip straps. The replacement grips are fine with minimal handling evidence and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Pre-World War II Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #418 (Sale Order 418 of 688)

Documented Very Fine Pre-World War II Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1921, this is an exceptional example of a pre-World War II commercial Colt Government Model pistol. The left side of the matching numbered slide has the two-line address/patent dates and the right side has the caliber marking followed by a Rampant Colt. The left of the trigger guard is marked "W/VP" and the right is marked "K/82". The right side of the frame has the Government Model marking over the serial number. It has the "old model" features including the long smooth trigger, short grip safety, wide checkered hammer, and flat smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop. The barrel has a polished chamber and a faint mark on the bottom in front of the lug. Fitted with diamond pattern checkered grips and an unmarked two-tone magazine. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed) as well as shipment to Supple-Biddle Hardware Company in Philadelphia on 13 January 1921.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 85% of the original high polish blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on leading edges and the grip straps. The grips are fine with wear on the bottom edges of both panels, a few scattered minor dings, and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Three Digit Serial Number C547 Colt Government Model Pistol

Lot #419 (Sale Order 419 of 688)

Early Three Digit Serial Number C547 Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1912, the first year of production for the commercial Government Model, this early, three-digit serial number pistol represented the cutting edge of firearm technology at the time. The slide bears the two-line, two-block address and patent markings on the left side of the slide with the circled Rampant Colt behind the serrations. The right of the slide has the caliber markings. "VP" and "K" are on the trigger guard, and "GOVERNMENT MODEL" is on the front right side of the frame. The early three-digit serial number is located on the left of the frame, which was only standard on the first 2,250 Government Models. The barrel is a replacement, marked "P" on the left of the lug and "S" on the right. A rich, fiery niter blue finish is present on the checkered wide hammer, checkered thumb safety and slide catch, the magazine catch, and the long smooth trigger. Fitted with a lanyard ring on the butt, a set of diamond pattern checkered grips, and an unmarked two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on the bottom.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, retains 50% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish and 60% of the original nitre blue with the balance mostly a smooth grey patina and some scattered patches of light pitting. The grips are fair with some scattered minor dings and scratches, some light wear, and well-defined checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Pre-World War II Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #420 (Sale Order 420 of 688)

Exceptional Pre-World War II Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1932, this is an exceptional example of a pre-World War II commercial production Colt Government Model pistol. The left side of the matching number slide has the two-line address/patent dates and the right side has the caliber marking followed by a Rampant Colt. The left of the trigger guard is marked "1/VP" and the right is marked "60". The right side of the frame has the Government Model marking over the serial number. It has the "improved model" features including the short checkered trigger, dished frame sides, and arched checkered mainspring housing with a lanyard loop. Fitted with full checkered grips and an unmarked two-tone magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% of the original blue finish with some very light edge wear, some light wear visible on the trigger, and some very light specks of surface oxidation on the front strap and grip safety. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling evidence and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-World War II Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #421 (Sale Order 421 of 688)

Excellent Pre-World War II Colt Ace Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1931. Blade front and adjustable notch rear sights, the two-line address and patent dates on the left side of the slide, the Rampant Colt ahead of the serrations, and the Colt Ace logo and caliber markings on the right. The frame is marked "20" on the right side of the trigger guard, "3/VP" on the left and fitted with a replacement long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer, checkered arched mainspring housing, a set of fully checkered grips, and a two-tone magazine with Colt Ace marked base.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 95% plus of the original high polish blue finish with some very light edge wear concentrated on the leading edges of the slide and some light wear/handling marks on the grip straps. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling evidence and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

U.S. Army First Contract Colt Model 1900 Pistol

Lot #422 (Sale Order 422 of 688)

Rare and Desirable U.S. Army First Contract Colt Model 1900 "Sight Safety" Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 94

Manufactured in 1900, this is a rare example of one of only 100 Colt Model 1900 pistols manufactured to fulfill the first contract for the U.S. army. These initial 100 pistols were ordered by the Ordnance Department to test the feasibility of an automatic pistol in the hands of army officers. Later, a further 200 Model 1900 pistols were ordered, at least partially due to the high demand by officers stationed in the Philippines for automatic pistols. These initial 100 pistols were serial numbered 11, 12, 59, 60, 87-132, 133-157, and 183-207. Pistols 87-132, including this example were shipped to Springfield Armory on 16 May 1900. These pistols were inspected by Captain John T. Thompson, whose cartouche can normally be found on the left grip with "1900" above it, as pictured on p. 25 of "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894-1920" by Meadows. Only the corner of the boxed cartouche remains on this example. Following their shipment to Springfield Armory, 50 of these pistols were sent to the Philippines, 25 to Cuba, and 25 to Puerto Rico, where they were issued to officers who were expected to test their merits and provide feedback. Overall, the reports were mixed, though there were several reoccurring negative comments, those being: two hands were required to fire the first shot, the pistols were muzzle heavy, and the officers felt that they were inherently more dangerous than revolvers. In May of 1909, 126 Model 1900 pistols (a mix of first and second contract) were turned in at Rock Island Arsenal for inspection. On 18 June 1909 the Commanding Officer of Rock Island Arsenal was approved to sell the pistols, with the price being set at $7.50 for a pistol, magazine, and holster. Of these 100 first contract pistols, only 30 known surviving examples, including this one, are listed on p. 28 of the previously mentioned reference, making this an exceptionally scarce U.S. military automatic. This example is marked with the correct two-line, two-block "Browning's patent" and Colt address followed by the circled Rampant Colt on the left of the slide, while the right has the standard two-line caliber marking. Both sides of the slide feature later style plunge mill serrations at the rear. The left side of the frame is marked with the serial number "94" and the trigger guard bow is marked "U.S." It is fitted with a blade front sight and a factory replaced round top notch rear sight in place of the original "sight safety", spur hammer with arched bottom checkering, a pair of smooth walnut grips with a very faint partial cartouche on the left, and it is furnished with a full nickel magazine with base marked "PAT'D SEPT.9.1884"

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as factory converted from sight safety configuration, retains 75% plus of the bright factory refinished high polish blue finish, 60% case colors on the hammer, and 70% of the nitre blue on the trigger and screw heads. The grips are fine with some moderate chipping and a full length crack on the right panel, and otherwise minor dings, scratches, and wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Serial Number 3 Colt Model 1910/1913 Prototype Trials Pistol

Lot #423 (Sale Order 423 of 688)

Extremely Rare Historic Colt Model 1910/1913 John Browning Prototype Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 3, Extensively Documented in Two Monumental Reference Books

Originally manufactured in 1910, this is an example of the extremely rare Colt Model 1910 prototype pistol, an extremely important evolutionary piece in the story of the adoption of the Model 1911 by the U.S. military. There were possibly as few as eight of these pistols ever made, possibly as many as 12, making them incredibly rare and often a missing piece in U.S. military automatic pistol collections. These pistols were initially manufactured to be an improvement upon the "straight-gripped" Model 1909. They were initially submitted for testing on 9 February 1910, when Captain Walter G. Penfield described the "improved model" as having the mainspring cap simpler, smaller, and attached to the spring, extractor inside the breech, ejector made square, angle of the grip changed, the sear, trigger, and grip safety springs made in one piece, butt of the grip sharply angled instead of rounded, barrel slightly lowered, and the ejection port slightly enlarged. Even with all of these "improvements", the pistol failed it's initial test fairly miserably, jamming seven times in the first 157 shots, and John Browning withdrawing it from the test to try to improve the design. The second test occurred five days later, with the pistol operating much better this time, only having one misfire in 1,000 shots. It still wasn't perfect however, as Browning had to straighten the recoil spring retaining piece multiple times, and it eventually broke completely. Browning believed this was due to the piece being made too thin and of inferior steel, an issue that could easily be remedied. In July of 1910, a special grip was requested by the ordnance department, the main feature of which being a smooth right panel which slightly swelled into the palm. The special grip was tested by the School of Musketry, who did not favor the "improved" grip over the original checkered grips. In August of 1910, two Model 1909 pistols were fitted with thumb safeties, which the Ordnance Department found favorable, especially for use with mounted troops. On 10 November 1910, the Ordnance Board met to pit the Model 1910 Colt and Savage pistols against each other for the second to last time, with the main feature of this trial being an endurance test, with 6,000 rounds fired through each. After this trial the Board's assessment was that "That neither automatic pistol in its present design is believed to be satisfactory for adoption in the service because of insufficient strength of parts... The Colt automatic pistol is believed to be much the more satisfactory of the two." One of the issues with the Colt pistol which was found during this specific trial, was that the grip screws continually worked themselves loose when subjected to sustained fire. It is quite possible that the knowledge of this, along with his continual work towards minimizing the number of parts and number of tools needed for assembly and disassembly, that prompted John Browning to modify the grips on this specific example, the patent for which is dated 19 August 1913. After the issues with both of these pistols in the final test of 1910, the Chief of Ordnance decreed that another series of tests would be held on 15 March 1911. To this test, Colt submitted the Model 1911 Special Army, a design which was approved for adoption by the U.S. military on 29 March 1911. This specific pistol is pictured and discussed on p. 116-117 of "The Government Models: The Development of the Colt Model of 1911" by Goddard and on p. 108 of "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894-1920" by Meadows/Ellis. The left side of the slide on this pistol is marked with the two-line two-block patent dates (ending with 1905) and Colt address while the right side has the two-line caliber marking. The left side of the frame has the single digit serial number "3" and there are no visible inspectors markings or proofs. It is fitted with blade and rounded top notch rear sights, a long smooth trigger, checkered slide stop, a short grip safety, and a straight smooth mainspring housing with the lanyard ring staple removed from the base. It was not fitted with the thumb safety that some of the other Model 1910 prototypes and later the Model 1911 received. It is also fitted with the unique grips which are retained by studs on the frame and slots in the grips rather than screws for ease of disassembly. Grips very similar to this were incorporated for a short time on prototypes of the Fabrique Nationale "Grand Browning", which was a scaled down version of Browning's design which was intended for submission for adoption by European militaries. The development of this pistol was disrupted by the outbreak of World War I however, and only a small number were ever manufact
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World War I U.S. Contract Remington-UMC Model 1911 Pistol

Lot #424 (Sale Order 424 of 688)

Outstanding Early Production World War I U.S. Contract Remington-UMC Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

In late 1917 or early 1918, Colt was ordered by the U.S. government to provide Remington-UMC with production drawings, sample pistols, and master gauges to produce the 150,000 Model 1911 pistols the government had ordered from them to support the war effort. In March of 1918 the initial order was increased to 500,000. The drawings that arrived late from Colt, and a lack of master gauges led to Remington producing their own drawings based on average measurements from five example pistols. From August 1918 to June of 1919, and the cancellation of the contract, Remington had produced 21,676 Model 1911 pistols that fall in the serial number range "NO1" - "NO21676". Because they had been made using a different set of technical drawings than Colt and Springfield, the Remington 1911 was purged from the inventory after the war to ensure parts compatibility, making these pistols very scarce. The slide is fitted with fixed sights, with the two-block, three-line patent and address markings around the "REMINGTON/UMC" logo on the left side, "MODEL OF 1911/U.S. ARMY CALIBER .45" on the right, and the "E.E.C." and "eagle head/E28" proofs on the left side of the fame. Fitted with an original "P" proofed full blue barrel, unmarked two-tone magazine with lanyard loop, and correct diamond pattern checkered grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original blue finish with a small patch of grey patina visible on the bottom of the dust cover and some scattered very slight edge wear. The grips are also excellent with minimal light handling marks and a minor chip in the upper diamond of the right panel. Mechanically excellent. An outstanding example of a highly desirable variation of an American icon!

U.S. World War II Stevens Model 520-30 Trench Shotgun

Lot #425 (Sale Order 425 of 688)

U.S. World War II Stevens Model 520-30 Slide Action Trench Shotgun with Bayonet

A martial variant of a John Browning designed sport gun, the 520 Trench Gun was originally developed in response to a World War I request for new fighting shotguns for the American Expeditionary Force. It made a strong impression on the evaluators but did not make it into the field before the armistice was signed. Seeing potential for the gun on the police market, Stevens kept production going until1932, and at the outbreak of World War II, the U.S. government bought every 520 that was still in the warehouse. Checked back into the arsenals at the end of the war, many were sent back into the field for the Korean War and Vietnam. A combination bayonet lug and 6-hole heat shield is mounted on this example. It has a two-line gauge marking on the left side of the barrel, the three-line address on the opposite, "P/(ordnance bomb)" proofs, cylinder choke and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. The frame is marked "P/(ordnance bomb)", "MOD. 520-30" and "U.S." and has the post-1920 upper tang safety switch and the locking block in the top of the frame. Smooth metal jacketed forearm and pistol grip stock with a brown leather sling, serrated plastic buttplate, and a 14 inch length of pull. Includes a Remington M1917 bayonet, scabbard, and canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as converted from riot gun configuration, retains 80% of the original blue finish with some scattered light edge and cycling wear, and some light spotting on the top and sides of the receiver. The plug where the original riot gun sight was removed is visible in front of the bayonet lug. The wood is fine with some scattered light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet and scabbard are fine showing some mild wear.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Springfield M1D Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope

Lot #426 (Sale Order 426 of 688)

U.S. Springfield M1D Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope

Manufactured post-WWII and fitted out as a M1D Sniper Rifle. Blade front and peep rear sights, with "DRC" windage and "WCE" elevation drums and a Springfield "S A 1 53" barrel with integral scope base. Internal components include a Springfield bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety and relief cut operating rod. The hardwood stock is arsenal stamped "RRA" on the right, "140" on the grip above a boxed "P" and Ordnance crossed cannons, a set of drilled and tapped holes on the belly, and a "MRT 1-52" cheekpiece (screws not installed or included). Included with the rifle is a Hart M2 flash hider, 1942-dated PAL bayonet with sheath, and an M84 scope numbered "5395" with sun shield and rubber eyepiece.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 95% of the arsenal parkerized finish, showing bright wear on the gas cylinder and light handling marks overall. The refinished stock is very good, with some dings and dents, and the cheekpiece shows some staining and verdigris buildup. The scope shows some light handling marks, with crisp optics. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 NRA Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #427 (Sale Order 427 of 688)

U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 NRA Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1930. The barrel is marked "SA/flaming bomb/9-30" and the receiver is marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903./1366510". Hooded blade front and peep rear sights, "N.S." and "7" marked polished bolt with matching number electropenciled on the body under extractor, star gauged barrel, and standard markings on the receiver ring. Smooth stock with two reinforcing bolts, circled script "P" on the underside of the wrist, "GDM" George D. Moller collection initials stamped near the toe, and a checkered buttplate. Includes a Boyt leather sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% plus original blue finish, minor handling evidence, and crisp markings. The stock is also excellent. The sling is very fine with minor wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #428 (Sale Order 428 of 688)

Excellent World War II U.S. Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Blade front sight marked "N" and "I.R.CO." marked adjustable peep rear sight, Inland Division barrel dated "12-44", "AI" marked Type III barrel band, round bolt, pushbutton safety, "UI" magazine and "H.I." marked magazine catch. Low wood stock with 4-rivet hand guard, smooth unmarked pistol grip, green canvas sling, "crossed cannons" on the right side and "10" inside the oval stock cutout. The carbine is attributed by the consignor as a family heirloom, brought home as-is by a WWII GI and kept in the family until this sale.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 97% plus original parkerized finish, showing minor wear and handling marks overall. The stock is also excellent, with mild scattered dings. Mechanically excellent.

Inscribed Marksmanship Trophy Remington-Rand Model 1911A1

Lot #429 (Sale Order 429 of 688)

Rare Documented U.S. Naval Academy Marksmanship Trophy U.S. Remington-Rand Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Certification of Award

Originally manufactured in 1945, this pistol was subsequently arsenal upgraded to its current configuration as a prize to be awarded for marksmanship proficiency from the U.S. Naval Training Center in San Diego, California. The pistol was won by Robert O. Hawkins Jr. who, at the time, would have been a midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy. Hawkins graduated from the academy in 1961 with a BS in engineering. An included scan of a Certificate of Title lists the pistol by serial number and that it was presented to Hawkins. The left of the slide has the standard Remington-Rand address while the right is inscribed "SECRETARY OF THE NAVY'S PISTOL TROPHY-1961/WON BY MIDSHIPMAN ROBERT O. HAWKINS, JR, U.S.N." The frame bears the standard markings including "FJA" inspection marking. It is fitted with tall blade and notch sights, jewelled barrel chamber and hammer sides, reinforced grips, and an unmarked full blue magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as arsenal upgraded for presentation, retains 98% plus of the high polish blue finish with some very light edge and cycling wear. The grips are excellent with a few scattered light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. World War II Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol

Lot #430 (Sale Order 430 of 688)

U.S. Property Marked World War II Production Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol Attributed to Brigadier General Alfred Maxwell with Box and Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1943 with "U.S. PROPERTY" mark on the right side of the frame. Matching number slide and frame. Introduced as a commercial pistol, the 1903 was adopted by the U.S. military after proving a commercial success and became the standard sidearm for General Officers during WWII and still issued into the 1970s. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed) as well as shipment to Springfield Armory on 30 January 1945. The consignor notes that this pistol was inherited from Olive Maxwell, widow of Brigadier General Alfred Maxwell, who was appointed director of operations of U.S. Strategic Air Forces in Europe in 1944. This pistols serial number falls in the middle of known General Officer pistols with 569718 and 569726 both identified. Includes a Kraft style box numbered to another pistol (569711), which is listed as issued to Brigadier General T.L. Hobin.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 99% plus of the arsenal refurbished parkerized finish with some scattered very light handling marks. The grips are also excellent with a few scattered light blemishes in the otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The replacement magazine is for a .380 Colt Auto. The box is very good with mild wear and a few tears.

U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Pistol Formerly of the Clawson Collection

Lot #431 (Sale Order 431 of 688)

Documented U.S. Navy Shipped Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol Formerly of the Charles W. Clawson Collection

Manufactured in 1942, this is one of 3,982 Colt Model 1911A1 pistols sold to the U.S. Navy that year, and was shipped to the commanding officer at the Naval Supply Depot, Sewalls Point, Virginia on 24 July 1942. The left side of the slide is marked with the two-line, two-block patent dates and address, bisected by the Rampant Colt. The right side of the frame has the U.S. property, model, and serial number, while the left has the "W.B." inspector's mark and "P" proof. The full blue barrel is marked "COLT 45 AUTO" and "G" on the underside. Fitted with blade and notch sights, reinforced checkered plastic grips, and a full blue magazine marked "COLT/45 AUTO." on the base. Includes a letter from/signed by Charles W. Clawson detailing the shipment information of this pistol, that the "S" marking on top of the receiver means it was originally intended for commercial sales before being moved to military production, and that it was formerly of his personal collection.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 80% plus of the original parkerized finish with the balance having thinned to a mostly smooth grey patina, primarily on edges and handling areas. The grips are very fine with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

U.S.M.C. Springfield M1C 1952/MC-1 Sniper Rifle

Lot #432 (Sale Order 432 of 688)

Outstanding Documented U.S. Springfield Armory M1C/1952 MC-1 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Desirable U.S.M.C. MC-1 Stith-Kollmorgen Sniper Scope, Formerly in the Collection of the U.S.M.C. Museum at Quantico

This is a desirable example of a WWII M1C Garand sniper rifle manufactured by Springfield Armory in June of 1945, subsequently reconfigured into a U.S.M.C. MC-1 type sniper rifle. During WWII (late 1944-mid 1945) approximately 4,000 M1C sniper rifles were manufactured by Springfield Armory, most were refurbished at the start of the Korean War. Hundreds were transferred to NATO allies in the 1960s and hundreds more destroyed in the 1980/90s. Following the Korean War, the Marine Corps adopted the new/improved Stith Kollmorgen MC-1 4X telescopic sight with the larger Griffin & Howe mount adapted for use on the M1C sniper rifle. The Marines designated these rifles as the "1952 Sniper Rifle" and issued them in limited numbers from 1954 through 1967. All of the verified USMC 1952 MC-1 Sniper Rifles are built using original Springfield Armory Korean War rebuilds such as this rifle. This rifle comes with two pieces of important documentation. The first is a letter from David McClain of M1C Verification Service, which identifies this rifle by serial number as an authentic WWII M1C receiver manufactured by Springfield and fitted out for a scope by Griffin & Howe, and further verifies it as formerly the property of the USMC Museum at Quantico, Virginia, released from inventory in 1970; quote McClain "[recipient name], this is a rare find today because very, very few legitimate MC 1952 rifles today have any history or provenance such as yours does from our U.S. Marine Corps". Also included is a copy of the Winter 2013 edition of the "GCA Journal", which includes an article on the U.S.M.C. snipers, and also calls this rifle out by number as a museum-held sniper. Per the narrative in the article, the U.S.M.C. Museum was on the hunt for genuine Imperial Japanese hardware to complete a World War II diorama, and cut a deal with an advanced collector who had the right stuff (including multiple machine guns) in exchange for a group of 1952s that were surplus in their inventory. While we have had a number of high condition 1952 U.S.M.C. pattern snipers, this is bar none the best documented one we have sold. Blade and peep sights, with "DRC" windage and "NI-C" elevation drums, "SA 5 53" barrel, and "SA" bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety and relief cut operating rod. The receiver has been drilled and tapped for the Griffin & Howe pattern post and screw arrangement, with the installed rail numbered to match the rifle. The ring base bears the Griffin & Howe address on top, "T4" is stamped on the back of each ring half, and the scope is marked "MC 719-P" on the tube and "4X DOUBLE STITH MOUNTS S.A.TEX./KOLLMORGEN OPTICAL CORP. BROOKLYN NY. PAT. PEND." on the objective. The scope is fitted with the improved, "audible click" windage and elevation knobs and the standard fine cross-hair reticle. The stock is stamped with a circled serifed "P" on the wrist and the open bottom style "S.A." cartouche on the left side, with a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine as issued, with 98% plus arsenal refurbished parkerized finish, showing some bright edge wear and handling marks overall. Mild scuffs and dings are present on the buttplate, and the stock is excellent with some mild dings and scuffs. The excellent scope shows a strong enamel finish with mild rubbing, and the optics are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent. If you want to own the best, here it is!

U.S. Johnson Model 1941 Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #433 (Sale Order 433 of 688)

U.S. Johnson Automatics Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Originally up for consideration by the Netherlands Purchasing Commission as a service weapon for colonial troops in the Dutch East Indies, a large order for the Johnson Rifle was placed in 1940, but the Japanese invasion of the East Indies prevented delivery. A number of these Dutch Johnsons were procured by the U.S. Marine Corps as a substitute for the M1 Garand and saw action in the Pacific. Blade front and adjustable 1,000 meter rear sights, the model and patent markings on top of the receiver, and a five-pointed star over "CRANSTON/ARMS/CO." in a triangle on the right side below the rear sight. The barrel is marked ".30-'06/41" on the flange and "J.A./30-'06" on the chamber. Fitted with a two-piece stock featuring a checkered steel buttplate. Included with the rifle is the distinctive Johnson bayonet, 11 3/4 inches overall with a 7 1/2 inch triangular blade.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 85% plus original parkerized finish, showing areas of brown spotting and mild handling marks. The stock is very good, with mild dings and dents. The bayonet shows mild wear. The hold open needs adjustment, otherwise mechanically fine.

North American Arms Co. Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #434 (Sale Order 434 of 688)

Rare North American Arms Co. Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 69

This is an example of the exceptionally rare and iconic North American Arms Co. Model 1911 pistol, that was produced in December of 1918 in Quebec, Canada. In early July 1918, the U.S. Government issued a contract for 500,000 Model 1911 pistols to the North American Arms Co., previously the Dominion (Ross) Rifle Plant. The company leased the plant for manufacturing and as part of the contract, the U.S. Government was to supply all of the raw materials necessary for production. However, due to material shortages during the war and the time it took the plant to get tooled up for production, the Government was only able to supply enough material to produce approximately "100 sets" of initial start-up or prototype parts. Due to the armistice of November 1918, the contract was canceled in December of 1918 with no examples of completed pistols ever being accepted by the U.S. Government. As part of the contract termination settlement, the U.S. Ordnance Board did eventually accept/reclaim a large portion of the manufactured and completed parts and assemblies, most of which were later disposed of. Some however, were later assembled into completed pistols. These 100 pistols were uniquely stamped with only a controlling serial number in two locations, the left lower area of the frame under the grip panel, and the left upper rear corner of the slide, with this exampled numbered "69". Bady theorizes that the unique placement of the serial numbers on the known "standard" examples of the North American Model 1911s suggests that none were ever submitted for government approval, which would indicate that the pistols were assembled after the suspension of the contract. Information on these "standard" examples from North American can be found on p. 219-221 of "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894-1920" by Meadows and on p. 201-204 of "Colt .45 Service Pistols: Models of 1911 and 1911A1" by Clawson. The left side of the slide is marked "MANUFACTURED BY/NORTH AMERICAN ARMS CO. LIMITED/QUEBEC, CANADA." and "69" behind the serrations, which is repeated under the left grip on the frame. A "6" is visible on the left of the trigger. It is fitted with a serrated slide stop, checkered thumb safety, checkered magazine catch, short grip safety, smooth hammer, a smooth straight mainspring housing, checkered diamond pattern grips, and an unmarked, two-tone, pinned based magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, retains 50% of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on the slide and grip areas. The grips are very good with some scattered light handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Do not miss this opportunity to add the rarest of Model 1911 variations to your collection!

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

U.S. Springfield 1903/1922 Heavy Barrel Target Rifle

Lot #435 (Sale Order 435 of 688)

Excellent State Rifle Team Marked U.S. Springfield Model 1903/1922 Heavy Barrel Target Rifle, Documented and Photographed in Brophy's "The Springfield 1903 Rifle"

Introduced in 1922, the 1922 Heavy Barrel Rifle was a continued evolution of the "free rifle" pattern target guns manufactured by Springfield for use in competitions that did not call for explicitly stock standard military rifles. Production of this variant is believed to be limited; a year after the initial announcement of the rifle by the Director of Civilian Marksmanship, it was announced that stocks of the rifle were exhausted, and while the announcement implied more barrels would be coming in, they do not appear to have materialized, and the next target variant (the 1924 International Match) used outsourced barrels from Winchester, Remington and Pope instead of in-house barrels. The model is discussed on pages 112-114 of William Brophy's reference "The Springfield 1903 Rifle", where he notes an estimated total production of 80 rifles. Further, this specific rifle is photographed and named by serial number on the same pages, being used as the exemplar of some of the 1922 Heavy Barrel's signature features, such as the elevated and integrally forged front sight base, the use of a modified Model 1917 barrel band, as well as the stock configuration. Fitted with a blade front sight in the aforementioned integral dovetail and a Lyman peep receiver sight with matching "N19" assembly numbers, with a pair of scope blocks on the unmarked heavy weight barrel. The receiver bears standard Model 1903 markings, and is properly free of drilling or tapping for a scope mount. The bolt is marked "W L/3" on top of the bright polished handle, with a truncated match-style cocking knob. The stock is similar in construction to the .22 caliber Model 1922, though with finger grooves and dual reinforcing bolts, and fitted with the aforementioned 1917-derived barrel band and a lightly curved checkered buttplate. A set of "D.A.L" and circled block "P" inspection marks are present on the left side and on the wrist, respectively, and the right side of the buttstock is stamped "MASS. RIFLE TEAM"; while not documented, this is likely a marking for the Massachusetts National Guard, whose rifle team took 3rd place in the first ever U.S. National Trophy Team Match at Sea Girt, New Jersey. At least one other 1922 Heavy Barrel rifle is known to be marked for "MASS. RIFLE", and they were likely ordered as a group from the DCM.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing mild wear and handling marks on the metal and wood overall. The scope blocks show some dents and polishing on the upper surfaces, and the front block has restaked screws. The stock is very fine and shows some scratches and dings, as well as crisp markings. Mechanically excellent.

Springfield Model 1903 Bolt Action Target Rifle

Lot #436 (Sale Order 436 of 688)

Scarce Springfield Model 1903 Heavy Barreled Bolt Action Target Rifle with Winchester A5 Scope

This is an example of a late production Springfield Model 1903 "T" style target rifle that is fitted with a Winchester A5 scope. It is fitted with an original style very heavy 30 inch target weight "T" style barrel correctly fitted with the modified BAR front sight topped with a Lyman 17 globe front sight. The receiver is fitted with a long range Lyman 48C micrometer target rear sight and the stock has been properly inletted to accommodate the sight. It is also fitted with two scope blocks, one mounted on top of the receiver and the other one on the barrel and it has a Winchester A5 commercial scope installed on the blocks. It has the standard two line Winchester commercial markings and it has been deeply marked with "F3172". The barrel is unmarked and unproofed and it is fitted with the standard milled components. The action is fitted with a NS marked bolt that is unnumbered and has been repolished, still in the white and it has fitted with a headless cocking piece. It has the correct style NRA style pistol grip stock without grasping grooves, two stock bolts, and a modified 1917 front barrel band designed to accommodate the heavy barrel. The lower lower sling swivel is mounted on the underside of the stock. The stock is fitted with the standard NRA style cupped steel buttplate. The rifle also has a leather sling. The receiver serial number of this rifle places it the range of rifles manufactured circa 1938, which is considered outside the normal range for the manufacture of the "T" rifle series. The "T" series of rifles were manufactured primarily in the 1924-1930 period.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine 95% original blue finish with minor edge and high spot wear. The floorplate is a parkerized replacement. The markings are clear and distinct. The stock is also in excellent condition with its nice original medium brown finish overall showing only minor handling marks. The Winchester scope retains 70% of its blued finish showing minor spotting and thinning mixed with extensive patches of dark corrosion. The markings are clear and distinct.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

US Winchester Model 12 Slide Action Trench Shotgun with Bayonet

Lot #437 (Sale Order 437 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Winchester Model 12 Slide Action Trench Shotgun with Bayonet

Manufactured in 1943. Single steel bead sight on the four-hole "W" marked heat shield/bayonet adaptor, 2 3/4 inch chamber, and a cylinder marked choke. The top of the barrel is marked with the "flaming bomb" proof followed by the Winchester oval "WP" proof at the breech. The right side of the receiver is marked with the "U.S. flaming bomb" roll mark. Full blue finish with the correct model marking on the barrel and matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel collar. Mounted with an 18-groove round slide handle and smooth pistol grip stock with a "G.H.D." cartouche over crossed cannons on the left side, and a hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Includes a correct Remington M1917 bayonet with scabbard and leather sling. Length of pull 14 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original blue finishes, light slide retraction evidence, and some areas of minor browning. The buttstock is excellent with scattered dings and scratches and crisp cartouches. The forend is very fine with scuffing and flaking. The leather sling and the bayonet are both fine with minor spotting. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Winchester M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #438 (Sale Order 438 of 688)

Excellent U.S. Winchester M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

This is an outstanding original example of a correct World War II production Winchester M1 carbine. Blade front and two-leaf peep rear sights, Winchester marked barrel, Type I barrel band, correct blued flat bolt, checkered button safety, "W" magazine catch and recoil plate, milled guard and high wood stock with 2-rivet handguard, Ordnance cartouche and "W.R.A./G.H.D." on the right buttstock, oval sling cutout and tan canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% of the original parkerized/blue finish, showing bright edge wear and mild handling marks. The stock is very fine, with scattered dings and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.

Russian Contract Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #439 (Sale Order 439 of 688)

Outstanding and Rare Russian Contract Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol

Originally ordered in 1916 and 1917, the Russian Contract Colt Government Model pistols were ordered by the Imperial Russian government from Colt. When placing the order, the government of Great Britain acted as an intermediary, using a line of credit established by the Russians and backed by hard gold reserves held in Britain to cover the bill. Britain's role as go-between is the source of the signature marking on the left side of the frame, "ANGL. ZAKAZIE"(transliterated) for "English Order". The Russian Contract pistols as-issued otherwise bore only standard Colt markings like this example. By 1916, the situation on the Eastern Front was already getting well out of hand for Russia, and in 1917 they went through the February and October Revolutions, which brought about both the fall of the Imperial government and the successor Provisional Government, which led to the rise of the Soviet Union. Additionally, some reports of the final assassination of Tsar Nicholas II and his family put a pair of Colt .45 ACP pistols among the weapons used by the Bolshevik party, in particular one used by Yakov Yurovsky, leader of the squad who is noted as having fired the opening shot directly into the Tsar's chest. Russian Contract Government Model Colts are very rare on the American market in any condition, as they saw hard use through multiple conflicts and virtually none were ever exported by the Soviet Union. The left side of the slide has the two-line, two-block address and patent dates with the Rampant Colt behind the serrations and the caliber marking on the right side. The left side of the frame is marked with the aforementioned contract marking and "VP" and "y" on the trigger guard, with the model marking and serial number on the right. It is fitted with the standard blade and notch sights, long smooth trigger, wide checkered hammer, long grip safety, smooth mainspring housing, diamond pattern checkered grips, lanyard loop, and an unmarked two-tone magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 95% plus of the high polish commercial blue finish with the balance a smooth grey patina, primarily in the form of some light holster and grip type wear. The otherwise excellent grips have a few scattered minor dings on the lower left panel and crisp checkering on the balance. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

WWII U.S. Stevens Model 620 Trench Shotgun

Lot #440 (Sale Order 440 of 688)

Excellent World War II U.S. Army Contract Stevens Model 620 Slide Action Trench Shotgun

Manufactured on contract, the Stevens 620 was a refinement of the Model 520. A solid frame hammerless shotgun, the 620 was capable of being taken down for transport as well as having slam fire capability, making it both easy to move about as well as a vicious source of firepower. Adopted for the Army and Marine Corps for World War II, the 620 remained in service for Korea and Vietnam. A single brass bead sight is installed on the bayonet lug, with a six-hole heat shield, cylinder choke, the three line Chicopee Falls address on the right side of the barrel ahead of the "P/flaming bomb" stamps and the gauge and 2 3/4 inch chamber markings on the left. A matching serial number is present on the left side of the mounting iron. The "P" and bomb are repeated on the left side of the receiver, with "MODEL 620" and "U.S" further to the back, and the serial number and "M/S" on the underside ahead of the trigger guard. Fitted with a smooth round forearm and pistol grip stock, serrated plastic buttplate. 13 7/8 inch length of pull.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 90% plus original blue finish, showing cycling wear on the magazine and action bar, bright edge wear, a correct plum tone to the bayonet lug, and mild handling marks. A dent is present in the underside of the stock just ahead of the sling swivel, otherwise the wood is excellent with mild dings and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1903A1 National Match Rifle

Lot #441 (Sale Order 441 of 688)

Excellent Documented U.S. Springfield Model 1903A1 National Match Bolt Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1930, two pieces of documentation are included with this rifle, a letter from Springfield Research Service and a sales voucher. Both of these documents identify this rifle by serial number as a U.S. Model 1903 A1 National Match Rifle sold via the Director of Civilian Marksmanship to a Harold Dickerson of West Roxbury, Mass., and shipped from Springfield Armory on December 14, 1933. Period records confirm a Harold Dickerson of the same listed address as a competitive shooter active in the 1930s, and a winner of at least one NRA rifle competition; Dickerson passed on in 1959. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights (sans volley notch), with a star gauged "SA/4-31" barrel and a matching electro-penciled serial number on the bolt, which has a "NS" marked handle. The barrel is marked "K/48" and "R17" beneath the forearm. The stock has a "D.A.L." inspector cartouche on the left side, a block "P" on the underside of the wrist and a matching serial number on the stock belly just ahead of the rear sling swivel, and a sharply checkered buttplate. Included with the rifle is an unmarked muzzle protector and a modern plastic case.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% plus original parkerized finish, showing some minor wear and handling marks overall. The bolt shows some minor spotting and bright original polishing. The stock is very fine as reoiled, with some light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Prototype Springfield 1924 Primer Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #442 (Sale Order 442 of 688)

Historic and Incredibly Rare Serial Number 2 Experimental U.S. Springfield Model 1924 Garand Primer-Actuated Prototype Semi-Automatic Rifle

This is an extremely rare example of an early experimental prototype Model 1924 primer-actuated Garand semi-automatic (or auto-loading) rifle, one of only 24 manufactured at Springfield Armory (serial numbered 1-24) in three different barrel lengths, and sent to U.S. infantry and cavalry units for field trials against the prototype Model 1923 Thompson auto-loading rifle. The face of the bolt has a centrally located concave dome with a fixed firing pin in the center intended for use with special .30-06 ammunition with a large convex primer pocket on the back. When the rifle is fired, the resulting internal pressure forces the primer of the cartridge rearward 2-3 thousandths (called primer set-back), which forces the domed firing pin rearward slightly (like a tappet) to assist/start to unlock the bolt, which extracts the spent case and continues to travel rearward, ejecting the case at the end of travel before grabbing the next live round on it's way back forward under spring pressure, ready to fire again at the pull of a trigger. Unlike John Garands earlier model 1919 and 1920 prototypes with turning bolt design, this Model 1924 uses a non-rotating tipping bolt design with a lug on the bottom rear of the bolt that locks up into the bottom of the receiver, which originated in his Model 1921 that came before this. In looking at this design, it seems rather complex in comparison to everything after, but when compared with other contenders of the time, it was known to work satisfactorily. The design proved to be completely successful, able to fire approximately 100 rounds in succession without any stoppages. However, as early as 1925 the Army decided to "improve" the current service cartridge and adopted the new .30 M1 Ball with quicker burning IMR powder and a 174 grain bullet as the standard rifle ammunition in lieu of the old .30 Model of 1906 with slower burning Pyro double graphited powder and a 150 grain bullet. The new standard ammunition switched to using IMR (Improved Military Rifle) powder with "progressive burning," now with a pressure curve completely different from the previous quick-burning Pyro double-graphited powder. In turn, the new .30 M1 ammunition did not work favorably with this primer-operated system which was calibrated for use specifically with the Pyro D.G. powder. Consequently, Garand completely abandoned further work on primer-actuated rifles and began work on what later became the final M1 Garand rifle design, with very few surviving examples of these Model 1924 rifles residing in government museums today. "GARAND/AUTO. LOADING/RIFLE" marked on top of the front receiver ring and "US/SPFLD. ARMORY/8-23. NO 2." on top of the back receiver ring. Blade front sight, Lyman rear sight, and an internal staggered magazine with leather inserts inside for lubrication of the rounds. Matching number "2" marked on the underside of the Lyman rear sight and on the inside track of its sight base. The barrel, front sight and barrel bands are all similar to the Model 1903 rifle as intended. Walnut stock with a full length forend, top handguard, and a separate pistol gripped buttstock. This is an incredibly rare and uniquely designed rifle, serving as an important piece in the direct lineage of what became the officially adopted and well-known M1 Garand rifle. Information on the Model 1924 primer Garand rifles can be found in Bruce Canfield’s “The M1 Garand Rifle” on pages 53-56, Billy Pyle’s “The Gas Trap Garand” on pages 37-39, and Major General Julian Hatcher’s “The Book of the Garand” on page 68 and 72-76. Includes a 1917 dated M1907 leather sling, and oiler/cleaning tool inside the butt compartment.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% plus attractive original blue finish with some light muzzle wear. The floorplate retains traces of faded original blue finish with smooth gray/brown patina on the balance, likely caused from period sling and palm wear during use. Stock is very fine as re-oiled with some light dents and handling marks, a small repaired section underneath the pistol grip, and a 4" x 2" spliced in section on the left of the buttstock. Mechanically excellent. With most of the original 24 examples likely destroyed after trials and the few surviving examples residing in government museums, this is an incredibly rare opportunity to acquire this historically significant rifle, a direct predecessor in the lineage of what became the final M1 Garand rifle!

Highly Desirable U.S. Navy Contract Colt Model 1911 Pistol

Lot #443 (Sale Order 443 of 688)

Highly Desirable Early Production, First Shipment, Three Digit Serial Number 606 U.S. Navy Contract Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

This is a fine example of the 106th U.S. Colt Model 1911 Navy semi-automatic pistol produced. A total of 15,037 of these pistols were manufactured by Colt with the desirable U.S. Navy slide marking, all of which were delivered prior to April of 1915. After that, all Model 1911 pistols delivered to the navy would bear the standard U.S. Army nomenclature, of which there were approximately 578,473 manufactured, making this variation comparatively very scarce. This is an example of an early 1912 production, U.S. Navy contract, Colt Model 1911 pistol that was shipped on 7 March 1912 to the Brooklyn Navy Yard, in the very first shipment of Navy pistols, which included serial numbers 501-1000 ("The Government Models: The Development of the Colt Model of 1911" by Goddard). It is finished in the early high polish blue finish which was replaced by a military brushed blue finish circa April of 1912 at serial number 2400. The left side of the slide is marked with the standard two-line, two-block Colt address and patent dates with the circled Rampant Colt behind the serrations, while the right bears the desirable "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. NAVY" marking. The unmarked early production style barrel is full blue. The left side of the frame has the U.S. property marking and the "WGP" circled monogram above the magazine release, while the serial number is on the right. The serial number is in the early location, farther forward on the frame, which was standard until serial number 7501. It is fitted with blade front and rounded top notch rear sights, replacement checkered slide catch, replacement thumb safety, later style replacement magazine catch, and replacement wide hammer, replacement long smooth trigger, smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop, a pair of diamond pattern checkered walnut grips, and an unmarked full blue later production replacement magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very good, retains 30% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish, primarily on the frame, with the balance mostly a touched up smooth grey patina, most prominent on the slide and grip straps. The grips are good with some light dings and scratches scattered throughout, slightly long replacement grip screws, a sliver absent from the bottom rear of the left panel, and otherwise crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #444 (Sale Order 444 of 688)

Exceptional Early Production U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol with 1914 Dated Holster

Manufactured 1914, in the first assigned serial number block listed for Springfield Armory, this is an excellent example of a U.S. Model 1911 semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Springfield Armory for the United States military and features the distinctive armory rust blue finish. The left side of the slide has the standard three-line Colt patent dates and two-line "SPRINGFIELD ARMORY/U.S.A." markings in two blocks, as well as an ordnance bomb behind the serrations. The right side of the slide is marked with the Department of Defense eagle and "MODEL OF 1911.U.S. ARMY." The left side of the frame has the U.S. property marking and an ordnance bomb near the trigger guard, and the serial number is marked on the right. The later production replacement Springfield Armory barrel is marked "SP" on the left of the lug and "AGI" above. Features blade and notch sights, checkered wide hammer, short grip safety, and a smooth straight mainspring housing with a lanyard ring. It is fitted with a pair of correct checkered, large diamond pattern, walnut grips and a correct two-tone magazine with a "wrap around" lanyard ring base. Includes a 1914 dated Rock Island Arsenal marked U.S. leather holster and an extra Colt M1911 magazine with lanyard ring base.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 90% plus of the original armory blue finish with the balance having mostly thinned to a smooth grey patina, primarily on edges, and some scattered light handling marks. The barrel bushing is slightly bent with some tool marks. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The holster is very good.

WWI USAS 139th Aero Squadron Mercury Aircraft Fabric Insignia

Lot #445 (Sale Order 445 of 688)

Stunning and Rare World War I U.S. Air Service “Flying Mercury” Insignia of the 139th Aero Squadron on Aircraft Fabric

Offered here is a stellar piece of rare World War I fuselage fabric insignia from a 139th Aero Squadron SPAD. Per the accompanying framed provenance citation, “This piece of fabric [was] taken from the SPAD of the Commanding Officer Major L.C. Angstrom by Master Signal Electrician Jack V. Jeffers shortly after the end of hostilities in December 1918.” The section of fabric is housed in a 39 ¼ x 29 ¼ inch frame for preservation and display and is painted with a large, undeniable 139th Aero Squadron “flying Mercury” insignia while also commemorating the squadron’s total number of aerial WWI victories (34 iron crosses) and losses (6 U.S. roundels), all on a camouflage background. The 139th was an American pursuit squadron that operated over the skies of the Western Front during World War I, saw intense aerial combat and had seven aces including Lieutenant David E. Putnam who is credited with 13 aerial victories but is believed to have downed more than 30 enemy aircraft throughout the war while serving with both the French Air Service and U.S. Air Service, scoring his last victories with the 139th before being killed in action by German ace Georg von Hantelmann. The squadron demoblized in June 1919 after returning to the United States. In “Wings of Honor: American Airmen in World War I,” author James Sloan identified Major Laurence C. Angstrom as an American citizen who joined the RFC in 1916 prior to America’s entry into World War I and in 1917 initially joined the USAS as an instructor for American cadets training in Canada before commanding the 139th. He obtained his pilot certificate on a Wright biplane at Stinson School in San Antonio, Texas. Comes with a photograph of a 139th Aero Squadron SPAD clearly featuring the "flying Mercury" on the fuselage, a photograph of an illustration of Mercury and a rare WWI 139th Aero Squadron, AEF patch.

Class: Other

Very fine as mounted in a frame, some wrinkling and retaining most of the paint to the visually striking insignia. Artistic expressions of wartime squadron insignia are rare, especially from a USAS squadron that saw intense aerial combat like the 139th. This is a historic, well preserved piece of WWI aviation memorabilia that is a must have for even the most advanced private or public collection.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

WWI USAS 49th Aero Squadron Snarling Wolf Aircraft Fabric

Lot #446 (Sale Order 446 of 688)

Historically Significant and Spectacular World War I U.S. Air Service “Snarling Wolf” Insignia of the 49th Aero Squadron on Aircraft Fabric Along with Squadron Pilot Lt. David Backus’ Beret

This fantastic piece of rare World War I aeronautical memorabilia is the fuselage fabric insignia from a 49th Aero Squadron SPAD. The circular section of fabric measures nearly 19 inches in diameter and is painted with the unmistakable menacing “snarling wolf” logo used by the 49th Aero Squadron. The 49th was an American pursuit squadron that operated over the skies of the Western Front during World War I and shot down a total of 24 enemy aircraft. One of the squadron’s most notable pilots was St. Paul, Minnesota, native Lieutenant David H. Backus who had a score of 4 aerial victories and was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster. The Distinguished Service Cross was awarded to him for being in “beyond danger” when he alone turned around to save a comrade being attacked by nine enemy planes and in the process destroyed one. The Oak Leaf Cluster was for his unshaken heroism in preventing an assault by “an enemy formation of superior number” and the engagement ended with him shooting downing three enemy aircraft. Includes a collection of fifteen 49th Aero Squadron photos (copies) with Backus in several of these images and Bakus' original beret. The beret is hand marked "CASSWALL ST/NAPA" and "David H. Bakus" on the leather band. Prior to receiving his wings, Backus was a Red Cross ambulance driver before the U.S. entered the war and for his service was awarded the Fourragere of the Medalle Militaire from the French government. He earned his flying rating in November 1917. During World War II he served as an intelligence officer for the USAAF. David Backus’ papers are housed at the Minnesota Historical Society with many of those papers available online. The lineage of the 49th Aero Squadron can be traced to the USAAF 49th Bombardment Squadron, which used a similar wolf’s head emblem in World War II, and today’s USAF 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.

Class: Other

Very fine showing some typical flaking at the edges and retaining most of the paint to the spectacular wolf’s head. WWI aircraft fabric rarely comes up for sale, and fabric with artistic expressions of wartime squadron insignia, especially one as famous as the 49th, are virtually impossible to find. This is certainly a must have for the serious WWI aviation collector.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

Vickers-Armstrong Pedersen Carbine Serial Number 1

Lot #447 (Sale Order 447 of 688)

Very Rare First Production Vickers-Armstrong Pedersen Carbine Serial Number 1

This is an exceptional example of a extremely rare John D. Pedersen designed, first production self-loading carbine as manufactured by Vickers-Armstrong Ltd. circa 1930. In 1923, the U.S. Ordnance Department had hired Pedersen to design a semi-automatic rifle as a replacement for the Model 1903 and Model 1917 rifles. His concept was that semi-automatic rifles and carbines should be lighter and easier to carry, shooting a cartridge with less recoil. He used this same theory in developing the original semi-automatic Pedersen device for the Model 1903 rifles towards the end of WWI. The first Pedersen self-loading rifles were chambered in the lighter .276 cartridge which was approved for testing in 1924. In 1927, Springfield Armory manufactured twenty Pedersen rifles for initial field testing, which was to run concurrently with the .276 caliber semi-automatic rifle developed by John C. Garand. The Pedersen rifle performed well in the initial service tests, and in 1929/30, Pedersen contracted with Vickers-Armstrong (of England) to manufacture approximately 200 of the Pedersen self-loading rifles and an estimated 50 carbines for use in the final U.S. tests, as well as being tested by the British military. Although both passed, in 1932, the army selected the Garand design in .30-06 for limited procurement, and shortly after ended all further development of the Pedersen rifle. After the army discontinued its pursuit of the Pedersen rifle, they were able to sell a limited number of rifles to China, Portugal, and Japan, who were also attempting to develop a self-loading rifle, possibly with his delayed-blow back toggle mechanism. These rifles and carbines all have several distinctive features such as a 10 round en-bloc clips, a fine adjustable 1/2 minute rear sight, barrel with spiral cooling fins, perforated metal hand guard, and sliding bar safety in the bolt. They were all chambered in the early rimless .276 bottleneck Pederson cartridge. The left side of the receiver is roll-stamped in two lines: "PEDERSEN AUTOLOADER P.B./VICKERS-ARMSTRONGS LTD." The right rear side of the receiver is stamped with only serial number "1". The top of the sliding bar safety is marked "REDY" on the left side and "SAFE" on the right side. There is a faint Birmingham nitro proofmark (used until 1925) stamped on the left rear edge of the receiver. Includes an original Pedersen en-bloc magazine containing 10 original cartridges, and one box (20 rds) of original Frankfort Arsenal manufactured .276 cartridges. Additionally this carbine comes with an original leather sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent with 90% plus of the original blue/black metal finish overall with minor edge and high spot wear mixed with some slight thinning on top of the action from cycling. The stock is in very fine condition with its original dark brown color overall mixed with numerous scattered minor handling marks on the sides. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

OSS Stiletto with "Spatula" Pattern Sheath

Lot #448 (Sale Order 448 of 688)

Outstanding OSS Stiletto with "Spatula" Pattern Sheath

One of the wartime alterations of the Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Knife, with the addition of a unique "spatula" or "pancake flipper" sheath that allowed for greater versatility in wear and concealment than a conventional leather hanger equipped sheath. One of the signature edged weapons of the Allied Powers, the F-S cast aside all notion of pulling double-duty as a utility knife, as it's fine, hollow ground edges and needle point were optimized to cut one thing and one thing only; the enemy. Measuring 11 1/2 inches overall, with a 6 3/4 inch double edged blade, finished in full blue and mounted with a full length tang with round pommel nut. The cross guard is also blue steel in a flat oval configuration, with a knurled and blackened brass grip in the traditional contoured profile. No proof marks or manufacturer's stamps are present, which is appropriate for this style. The sheath is the signature OSS "spatula" design with a stitched brown leather sheath riveted to a green steel frame, which fully supports the back, protects the tip and ends with a wide hanger with four mounting slots and a hooked segment for a rubber o-ring to retain the stiletto; the o-ring is damaged and partially absent.

Class: Other

Excellent plus, as issued, with 98% plus blue overall, light scattered handling marks overall. Some portions of the o-ring (which appears to have melted from exposure to sunlight, ambient heat or friction) are stuck to the hilt and blade, and a few spots of bright brass are present on the checkering. The sheath is also excellent, with some bright wear on the spatula from contact with the stiletto, strong enamel finish, and mild handling marks.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

Period Copy of the Collins #18 "Gung Ho" Marine Raider Knife

Lot #449 (Sale Order 449 of 688)

Very Scarce World War II Carlson Ordered Period Copy of the Collins Number 18 "Gung Ho" Marine Raider Knife with Sheath

This Camilus Number 18 knife comes with a photocopy of a page from an unidentified book which shows Colonel Evans C. Carlson, son of Brigadier General Evans F. Carlson of Carson's Raiders fame, holding an identical knife. Carlson, who was himself a platoon leader of 3 Company, 2nd Raiders, reportedly ordered 1000 of these knives from a maker in New Zealand for the 1st Battalion, 21st Marines, where they were fabricated from a combination of Australian carbon steel and die cast aluminum. The knife measures 14 inches overall, with a 9 inch long and quarter inch thick clip point blade and a one-piece cast aluminum hilt. The sheath is brown leather, with tooled decoration and Collins Legitimus markings.

Class: Other

Fine. The blade shows a mixed gray and brown patina with mild spotting and some shallow pitting. The blade is very good and has been sharpened, with some nicks visible at the tip and about an inch above the guard. The hilt is fine, and the holster shows some light scuffs.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

3rd Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Dagger with Sheath

Lot #450 (Sale Order 450 of 688)

Historic Third Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Dagger with Sheath, Identified to an American University Professor and Football Coach

According to an included note, this F-S knife, sheath and dog tag set were the property of Doctor Friedrich "Fritz" Febel, an Assistant Professor of health, physical education and recreation at the University of Buffalo as well as a football coach for the Buffalo Bulls (sic, not the Buffalo Bills, assistant 1936-1942, head 1952-1954). Measuring 11 1/2 inches overall with a 6 3/4 inch spear point blade with a diamond cross section and short triangular ricasso flats. The guard is blued steel in a flat oval pattern, with "(broad arrow) B2" stamped on the underside, and the hilt is darkened ribbed brass with "3" cast into the side. The brass-tipped leather sheath has had the belt hanger removed, with a dog tag wrapped around the center marked "FRIEDRICH FEBEL/36756192 T43 44 O"; this combination of markings would indicate an enlisted draftee from the Sixth Corps Area (Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, parts of Missouri). Included with the dagger are two German propaganda leaflets, one titled "Nettuno ...Bloody Shit" (addressed to British troopers at the Nettuno landing site during the Battle of Anzio, implying that their American allies had left them holding the bag; a hand-written note indicates the same note with the wording reversed was dropped on American units in Anzio) and another titled "Mail Call" (framed as a U.S. POW reporting that neither Churchill or Roosevelt cared about the Atlantic Charter, and all other agreements were potentially moot), both with a general theme of "surrender now, ride out the war in a POW camp, and (for "Bloody Shit") bring a blanket and some extra underwear". A third propaganda leaflet, untranslated, features a Tojo caricature with a bloody sword, women and children haunted by a specter of death and overrun with snakes and other vermin in his wake. A pair of pictures of a man, one in civilian garb and one in a Staff Sergeant's uniform, are included, one marked on back to identifying the man as Fritz Febel. Finally, an October 1943 award document for the German Cross in Silver to an Oberst (Colonel) Ulrich Dorn.

Class: Other

Fine overall. The blade shows some polishing marks (particularly around the tip), and retains over 75% of the bright, strong blue finish overall. The hilt shows well aged brass patina on most of he surface, with original blackened finish in the protected areas. The sheath and tag show areas of unidentified residue, but are in generally fine condition.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

U.S. Winchester M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle

Lot #451 (Sale Order 451 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Winchester M1D Garand Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Sealed M84 Scope, Matching Numbered Anniston Depot Shipping Box, and Other Accessories

Originally produced in March of 1943 and subsequently arsenal upgraded to the M1D Sniper configuration, a procedure more typically performed on Springfield-made M1 receivers. Rifles so converted were used as sniper weapons during Korea and the Vietnam War. Blade front and peep rear sights, "DRC" windage drum, "W.R.A." bolt, trigger guard, trigger housing, safety, hammer, and relief cut operating rod. The right receiver leg bears the "TE/1-69" electropencil rebuild mark. The stock is unmarked except for an uncircled "P" on the wrist. The shipping box has labels identifying the Anniston Depot as the point of origin and numbered to match the rifle, with a number of accessories still in their sealed packaging, including the M84 scope, cheekpiece, flash hider and cleaning tools.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine as arsenal upgraded to M1D, with 99% of the arsenal parkerized finish, showing mild edge wear and handling marks. The stock is fine as arsenal repaired, with some replaced wood around the magazine, cracking and chipping of the front handguard, and scattered dents and scratches. The accessories appear to be in fine order, but have not been unsealed for inspection. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Type 1 National Match Rifle

Lot #452 (Sale Order 452 of 688)

Excellent U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Type 1 National Match Semi-Automatic Rifle

This M1 rifle bears an "NM*" mark on the left side of a "2 56" dated Springfield barrel, with additional "inverted T", "P"., "M" and "DoD Eagle" stamps on the chamber area. Produced for use in competitive match shooting, the first round of National Match rifles (aka the Type 1) made by Springfield were deliberately kept as close as possible to USGI specs in order to abide by the rules surrounding high power service contests; stock components were hand-selected and modestly tuned by Springfield's armorers with none of the special components or procedures used on the later Type 2 Garand. Blade front and peep rear sights, with "WH/SA" windage and "B S" elevation knobs, and "SA" marked bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety, and relief cut operating rod. The stock has the "DoD Eagle" cartouche on the left side and a circled serifed "P" on the wrist, with a green canvas sling and a checkered buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 98% of the original parkerized finish, showing some bright wear on the high edges and the contact points of the receiver and bolt. A few light scratches are present on the gas cylinder. The stock is also excellent, with a few light scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

World War II Production Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #453 (Sale Order 453 of 688)

Excellent World War II Production Inland M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Manufactured in 1942. "N" marked front sight and "S" marked adjustable rear sight, Inland Division barrel dated "11-42", Type I barrel band, Type II "OI" marked bolt, Type II trigger housing, push button safety, "P" marked high wood stock with ordnance cartouche. Includes canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retains 90% plus of the original parkerized finish, the trigger housing showing a slight plum hue, with some scattered light edge wear. The correct bolt retains 95% original blue. The wood is also excellent with minimal scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent. A truly exceptional World War II Inland M1 carbine!

U.S. 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment Pennant

Lot #454 (Sale Order 454 of 688)

Historic U.S. 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment Pennant

This 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment pennant is made of silk with gold fringe on the edges and measures roughly 19 ¾ x 28 ¼ inches. The 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment has a long and proud history since becoming the first airborne unit designated in the U.S. military when it was activated in November 1942. Attached to the famous 101st Airborne Division, the 501st played a crucial role in the development and deployment of airborne units. In fact, the U.S. Army proclaims the 501st as “the prime ancestor of all American Parachute Units.” During World War II, the 501st was part of the famous night drop into Normandy and ran into fierce resistance battling their way behind enemy lines. The regiment lost 898 men killed, wounded, missing or captured before returning to their base in England in mid-July. Intensive training followed in preparation for the ill-fated airborne drop in the Netherlands codenamed Operation Market Garden. Then, came the Battle of the Bulge where once again the 501st suffered a high casualty rate. The 501st remains an active unit to this day, having gone on to see combat in the wars in Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq.

Class: Other

Very good, with a fold, some light soiling and most of the colors remaining. A great display piece associated with one of the Army's most revered airborne units.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

SSI Patch for the World War II Alamo Scouts

Lot #455 (Sale Order 455 of 688)

Very Rare Shoulder Sleeve Insignia for the Alamo Scouts of World War II, with Documentation to Decorated Scout William Blaise

Per an included photocopied notarized letter from Russ Blaise, son of William F. Blaise, this shoulder patch, one of approximately 440 made total, was the service-worn patch of Sergeant William Blaise. Organized by General Walter Krueger of the Sixth Army, the Alamo Scouts were an all-volunteer elite unit formed due to recurring issues with faulty intelligence reports, giving the 6th an organic reconnaissance and raiding element capable of going deep behind enemy lines. In addition to recon, the Scouts also provided a unique search and rescue function, being able to go ashore on unsecured islands for captured Allied troops; in New Guinea in particular they would be credited for liberating 197 prisoners, and would play a major role in the "Great Raid" on the Cabanatuan POW Camp. In some cases, the recon job took on a more aggressive tone, with Scout units receiving orders to hunt down and ID specific Japanese officers, and if possible capture or kill them. Blaise graduated from the 6th's Alamo Scout Training Center in 1944 and was attached to "Sumner Team", a small unit headed by Lieutenant Robert "Red" Sumner. While most Scout operations would consist of short 2-3 day patrols out past the lines to insure gathered intel remained timely and up to date, two missions documented in the supplied papers stand out. One was a raid on Pegun Island in August of 1944, in search of three enlisted men; these enlisted men, part of a PT boat crew (ironically) tasked for search and rescue, had gone ashore on the island while their boat proceeded to assist an Australian Beaufighter, but when they returned two men were missing and the third was gunned down while trying to wave off the boat from approaching any closer. Slipping onto the island pre-dawn, Sumner Team failed to locate any of the men, and ended up having to shoot their way out, exchanging fire with two Japanese units while advancing through the surf to meet their extraction boat, with no injuries. Later, it would be verified that both of the missing men had been summarily executed. The members of Sumner Team would receive the Bronze Star for their attempt. In April/May of 1945 Sumner Team would spend nearly a month sneaking about Mount Pinatubo in Zambales Province in Central Luzon hunting for a General Tsukda (commander of IJA forces in Zambales) and Vice Admiral Kondo (commander of Naval Air Station San Marcelino). During this patrol, they would come across numerous abandoned Japanese camps (often with men who died from fever or starvation left where they fell), engaged multiple Japanese patrols, and eventually determined that the area they were patrolling was no longer home to a Japanese command post. For a specific incident during the Mount Pinatubo patrol Blaise received a Silver Star (oak leaf cluster), getting into a shootout with 3 Japanese soldiers, killing 2 and capturing the third for interrogation. Blaise remained in service until 1947, and (as is often seen with prestigious/elite formations) continued to wear his Alamo Scouts patch for the duration. In 1988, the Scouts would be retroactively recognized as part of the traditions and heritage of U.S. Army Special Forces, with all members awarded the Special Forces Tab. The patch measures about 2 5/8 inches in diameter, with a red abd blue border surrounding "ALAMO SCOUTS/SIXTH ARMY" in green embroidery, with a Native American in profile backed by a wall of the Alamo in the center. Additional scanned and photocopied documents related to Blaise and the Scouts are included, as well as a photo of Sumner Team on New Year's Day, 1945.

Class: Other

Very good, with some light staining and wear.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

U.S. Inland M1A1 Paratrooper Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #456 (Sale Order 456 of 688)

World War II Production U.S. Inland M1A1 Paratrooper Semi-Automatic Carbine

This is a solid representative example of an Inland M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine as configured in World War II. "S" blade front and two-leaf peep rear sights, with a "7-43" dated Inland barrel and a Type I barrel band. Flat blued bolt, milled "INLAND" trigger housing, unmarked button safety, "PI" operating rod, "HI" magazine catch, "NI" hammer and a "R.I." sear. The main stock body is of the two-rivet, correct high wood configuration, with a circled "P" on the rear, "crossed cannons" on the grip, brass rivets on the leather cheekpiece, tan canvas sling and a swiveling spring-loaded buttplate with proper casting marks. "AI" marked magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 60% of the parkerized finish, showing a mixed gray patina on the barrel and mild handling marks overall. The bolt has 50% of the original blue. The stock is fine, with mild scuffs and dents on the wood, and some scratches and verdigris buildup on the leather. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield M1D Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope

Lot #457 (Sale Order 457 of 688)

U.S. Springfield M1D Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope

Manufactured post-WWII and fitted out as a M1D Sniper Rifle. Blade front and peep rear sights with windage and elevation drums, and a Springfield "S-A-1-52" barrel with integral scope base. Internal components include a Springfield bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety and relief cut operating rod. The hardwood stock is defense eagle stamped on the left, circled "P" on the grip, and Ordnance crossed cannons, and a "MRT 10-59" cheekpiece (screws not installed or included). Included with the rifle is a five-prong flash hider, an M84 scope numbered "16116" with sun shield and rubber eyepiece, and leather sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine as upgraded to M1D configuration, retains 98% plus of the arsenal parkerized finish with some very light edge wear and a few scattered light handling marks. The wood is very fine with some scattered light handling marks and a series of light chips near the heel of the butt. Mechanically excellent. The optics are clear.

Early U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #458 (Sale Order 458 of 688)

Early Production U.S. Springfield Armory M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle, Serial Number 17384

Manufactured in October of 1939, this is a very early production M1 Garand semi-automatic rifle. While no documentation is provided with the rifle, it started out in the early "Gas Trap" configuration, and like most was reconfigured to the more common gas port system, as well as receiving modifications to the receiver to resolve the "7th round stoppage" issue that emerged early in production. Most of these very early Garands were used virtually to the point of destruction during World War II and Korea, and are difficult to find in any condition. The barrel is marked "S-A 4-43", with "4" on the gas cylinder. The bolt is marked "D28287/D 1" and "R 30", with a WRA trigger guard, "D 28290" trigger housing, "W.R.A." trigger guard, and "SA" hammer, safety, and relief cut operating rod. The stock is unmarked except for a circled serifed "P" on the wrist, with a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as arsenal refurbished, with 97% of the parkerized finish, showing brown patina on the gas cylinder, barrel bands and buttplate, mild edge wear and scattered handling marks. The stock is very good, with some scratches and dings. Dried storage grease is present on and in the working parts, particularly the bolt, otherwise mechanically very good.

Harrington & Richardson Model 60 Reising Carbine

Lot #459 (Sale Order 459 of 688)

Harrington & Richardson Model 60 Reising Semi-Automatic Carbine

Produced in limited quantities (approximately 3248) between 1944 and 1946. Blade front and elevation adjustable peep rear sights, with the 3-line model and address markings atop the receiver, "HP" on the breech, and the "SAFE S.A." selector markings on the right side. Smooth pistol grip stock, with forearm grasping grooves, a tan canvas "Nobuckl" sling and a ribbed steel buttplate. One magazine, ribbed and with Model 50 markings, is included, along with an unidentified tool.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 97% plus of the original parkerized finish, showing some light edge wear and handling marks. The stock is very fine, with scratches, dings, and a few small chips along the edges. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield M1 Garand National Match Rifle

Lot #460 (Sale Order 460 of 688)

U.S. Springfield M1 Garand National Match Semi-Automatic Rifle

This M1 rifle bears an "NM" mark on the left side of a "1 55" dated Springfield barrel, with additional "S", "P", "M", "U", and "DoD Eagle" stamps on the chamber area. Produced for use in competitive match shooting, the first round of National Match rifles (aka the Type 1) made by Springfield were deliberately kept as close as possible to USGI specs in order to abide the rules surrounding high power service contests; stock components were hand-selected and modestly tuned by Springfield's armorers with none of the special components or procedures used on the later Type 2 National Match rifles. "NM/206" marked blade front and peep rear sights, with "NM/CCP" windage and "NE C" elevation knobs, "SA" marked bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety, and relief cut operating rod. The stock has the "DoD Eagle" cartouche on the left side and a circled serifed "P" on the wrist, and a checkered buttplate. Includes rubber sight covers.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as arsenal upgraded to National Match configuration, retains 90% plus of the parkerized finish with some light edge wear and scattered light handling marks. The lightly sanded and refinished stock is also very fine with a few scattered light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

WWI Era U.S. Winchester Model 1897 Trench Shotgun with Bayonet

Lot #461 (Sale Order 461 of 688)

Exceptional World War I U.S. Winchester Model 1897 Trench Shotgun with Bayonet

Manufactured in 1918, this World War I era Winchester Model 1897 trench shotgun that falls into the known serial number range of approximately 620000-730000. The Winchester 1897 was one of John Browning's many contributions to American sporting and combat arms, and in both the "trench" and "riot" configurations performed fine service for military and law enforcement users, seeing action as early as 1899 in the Philippines, and earning particular fame in World War I and World War II for it's potent close range firepower. Single bead sight on the bayonet lug, with a six-hole heat shield over the barrel, cylinder choke, and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. "U.S. (flaming bomb)" is stamped ahead of the chamber. Fitted with an 18-groove forearm and a smooth pistol grip stock with a checkered Winchester buttplate. Includes a period leather sling and Remington M1917 bayonet. Length of pull 13 1/2 inches.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 85% plus bright original blue finish, extensive scattered flecks of pitting visible on the receiver, and mild handling evidence. The stock has a chip at the heel, otherwise, the wood is very fine with minor scratches. The bayonet is very fine. Mechanically excellent. One would have to look a long time to find a World War I 1897 Trench Gun as fine as this example!

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

World War II U.S. Army Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #462 (Sale Order 462 of 688)

Outstanding World War II U.S. Army Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet and Scabbard

This is an outstanding example of scarce WWII Johnson M1914 rifle. These rifles were developed in the late 1930s to compete for U.S. Government contracts against the M1 Garand rifle. After losing out to the M1 Garand they were employed early on by the USMC Raider and Parachute Battalions during the early Makin Island, and Tulagi campaigns. These rifles employed a couple of unique features one of which was a sliding barrel that helped during the unlocking of the bolt, a rotary magazine which allowed additional rounds to be loaded at any time vs. the enbloc magazine used by the M1 Garand and a barrel takedown mechanism that was favored by paratroopers which allowed the barrel to be removed and stored in a jump bag until they landed. The top of the receiver is marked "CAL 30-06 SEMI-AUTO,/JOHNSON AUTOMATICS,/MODEL OF 1941, MADE IN PROVIDENCE RI. U.S.A.", over the serial number. Directly behind that are fov lines that contain patent information and dates. The rear of the receiver is correctly marked in an upside down triangle "Cranston Arms Co." The front of the barrel is correctly marked on the front bearing surface "30-06" and "41" for the year of manufacture. It has the perforated front portion of the receiver that acted as a heat shield, the fully adjustable rear peep sight calibrated from 100-1000 yards with a standing blade front with guards. The stock and forend are the correct walnut style and shape and it is complete with an original Johnson Bayonet, leather scabbard and a early WWII style green canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent plus overall with 99% or the original green parkerized finish with the correct blued rear sight. The wood is also excellent with just a couple of minor handling marks. The original bayonet is also excellent with 90% plus dark green/black style parkerized finish, the fine scabbard is dark but still pliable. Mechanically excellent. This is one of the finest conditioned Johnson Model 1941 we have ever sold!

U.S. Colt Transitional Model 1911/1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #463 (Sale Order 463 of 688)

Very Fine Scarce U.S. Colt Transitional Model 1911/1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Starting in September of 1920, the Ordnance Board began to make suggestions for modifications to the Model 1911 pistol based on experience from World War I, and by April of 1923 OCM Item 2890 was standardized and recommended by the department. A pilot series of 10,000 pistols was approved with some production issues arising throughout 1923, but by January 1924 the first "Improved Models" were being delivered and were also known as the Transitional Model 1911s. This example was shipped on 25 July 1924 to Springfield Armory. While they retained the nomenclature markings of the 1911, they were equipped with the signature features of the 1911A1 which included the dished frame sides, shortened trigger, elongated grip safety, and arched mainspring housing. Fitted with round blade front and flat top notch rear sights, with the two-line, two-block address and patent markings divided by the Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the replacement slide, "MODEL OF 1911.U.S.ARMY" on the right, and "H" above the firing pin stop plate. The frame bears the circular Walter Gordon "WTG" inspection stamp, with the short milled checkered trigger, wide checkered hammer, long grip safety, checkered mainspring housing with lanyard loop, full blue replacement barrel with "P" on the lug, a full blue "S" magazine, and fitted with a later replacement pair of reinforced grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 80% of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to a mostly smooth grey patina, primarily on edges and the grip straps, and a small patch of very light surface pitting on the left of the replacement slide. The custom recoil spring, plug, and guide are modern replacements, the latter with a full length guide rod. The replacement grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

World War I U.S. Contract Colt Model 1911 "Black Army" Pistol

Lot #464 (Sale Order 464 of 688)

Exceptional World War I U.S. Contract Colt Model 1911 "Black Army" Semi-Automatic Pistol

In July of 1918, in an effort to further speed up production, Colt changed the finishing process on the Model 1911 yet again. This involved the polishing process ending at the "rough" stage, with the blue finish being applied to this "rough" or brushed surface which led to a much darker, almost black, appearance. This example was manufactured circa August/September of 1918, and is an example of a "Black Army", as they came to be known. The left side of the slide has the standard two-line, two-block patent dates and address with the Rampant Colt between, and "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY" on the right. The frame is marked with the serial number on the right, with the U.S. property marking and eagle head inspection mark on the left. The full blue barrel is marked with "P/H" on the chamber and "5" on the bottom in front of the lug. Fitted with blade and notch sights, checkered slide stop, thumb safety, magazine release, and wide hammer, long smooth trigger, short grip safety, flat smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop, and an unmarked two-tone magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 95% plus of the original blue finish with a speckling of brown patina on the mainspring housing and front grip strap. The grips are excellent plus with crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

World War II U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #465 (Sale Order 465 of 688)

Outstanding World War II U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1943, during the height of World War II. The left side of the matching serialized slide is marked with the two-line/two-block address separated by the Rampant Colt, "G.H.D." inspected frame with "M/VP" proof, matching "P" proofs on the frame and slide, and standard U.S. property and army nomenclature on the right of the frame. Fitted with blade and notch sights, checkered slide catch, thumb safety, and wide hammer, long grip safety, and arched checkered mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Fitted with a full blue "L" marked magazine, full blue barrel with "P" on the lug, and reinforced checkered grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original parkerized finish with some very light edge wear and light takedown marks. The grips are excellent with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

General Officer Issue U.S. Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless

Lot #466 (Sale Order 466 of 688)

Recorded General Officer Issue U.S. Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1943, this pistol is recorded by serial number on p. 94 in Greeley's "U.S. General Officers' Pistol" as among the Model 1903 pistols issued for carry by a General Officer; the identification comes from arsenal records, with a noted issue date of 1967. This is also confirmed on p. 144 of "The Pocket Hammerless Automatic Pistols" by Brunner as well as listing issue to Brigadier General W.R. Allen. This could be Brigadier General Wayne R. Allen (1899-1975) who was a general purchasing agent on General Eisenhower's staff during World War II and in 1947 was made a permanent brigadier general of the line Officer's Reserve Corps. Fixed sights, with the two-line address and patent block on the left side of the slide ahead of the Rampant Colt, the caliber marking on the right, and "U.S. PROPERTY" on the frame. Parkerized finish, with Rampant Colt medallions on the checkered grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 98% plus of the arsenal refurbished parkerized finish with faint U.S. property marking, some very light edge wear and only the slightest handling marks. The grips are fine with a few scattered light blemishes in the overall moderately worn checkering. Mechanically excellent.

War Trophy/Uniform Item Lot for Pearl Harbor/WWII/Korea Veteran

Lot #467 (Sale Order 467 of 688)

Grouping of War Trophies and Issued Items from a Decorated World War II/Korean War Airborne Artillery Observer and Pearl Harbor Survivor

Per the consignor, the items in this lot were acquired from Major Lee R. Stickler, which includes a narrative from Stickler himself. Having been called up for active service following his graduation from Oregon State University in 1940, Stickler was originally posted to a field artillery outfit at Fort Ord for a one year stretch, but instead "got volunteered" to extend his service for a deployment to Hawaii; in doing so, he missed most of his unit being federalized and deployed to the Philippines, where many of them would meet their end in either the Japanese invasion or in the following Bataan Death March. While in Hawaii he dodged some bullets of a more literal variety, having been staying in the Schofield Barracks on December 7th, 1941, which came under fire due to its proximity to Wheeler Airfield. While not the best place to be, it certainly wasn't the worst; at 2:30 that morning he was dropping off some friends at their ships, and declined an offer to sleep on board instead of going all the way back to his barracks. Shortly after this, he would be tapped for flight training, which led him to the role of airborne observer/liaison that he would hold for the remainder of his military career. A very hazardous duty, typically involving being exposed to both ground fire and enemy aircraft while flying a small, unarmed, single engine aircraft at low altitudes on the wrong side of the line of battle, Stickler's luck held up. While serving in Europe he saw many sights, including spotting concentration/POW camps from the air, meeting a counterpart from the Nazi side who took his spotter plane all the way from the Eastern Front to American lines so he wouldn't end up in Soviet hands, watched a Russian officer summarily execute his driver for denting the fender on a lend-lease Jeep, and nearly got blown up when a minefield was explosively cleared while he was flying overhead; Stickler was fine, his plane needed a lot of work afterwards. Later, he would see further action in Korea, earning the Silver Star. Having survived many hazards in his career, he settled down to civilian life in 1963, passing on in 2012. The group includes many photocopied documents related to Stickler, some by his own hand, as well as a number of photographs. Three German dress daggers are included, one each for the Heer (WKC, with sliver portapee and green/silver hanger), Luftwaffe (Ernst Pack/Siegfried, with hanger), and SA (RZM M7/2, with hanger). A 5 1/2 inch wide patch for the 158th Liaison Squadron is also included, along with a booklet, "The 158th Liaison Squadron in the E.T.O.", a patch for the 7th Corps and one for an unidentified unit, two leather Captain rank tabs, three sets of Liaison pilot wings (one silver, one silver bullion, one white thread), two brass collar tabs for the 34th Artillery, a leather "L.R. STICKLER" name patch and a Bulova type A-11 wristwatch.

Class: Other

Very good overall. The daggers show some light wear and spotting overall, with the Luftwaffe dagger showing some tearing/fraying of the hanger. The uniform items show mild wear appropriate to age and use.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

USMC Four-Star General A.A. Vandegrift's Flag

Lot #468 (Sale Order 468 of 688)

Personal U.S. Marine Corps Four-Star General Flag of Famed World War II Hero and Medal of Honor Recipient General Alexander Archer Vandegrift

This USMC four-star general flag measures roughly 29 x 18 inches is the personal flag of World War II Medal of Honor recipient Alexander Archer Vandegrift (1903-1978). He was Commanding General of the First Marine Division, Reinforced, during assaults on Guadalcanal, Tulagi, and Gavutu in the Solomon Islands on August 7, 1942, which was the first large scale offensive undertaken by the U.S. against the Japanese and, for services taken during the subsequent occupation and defense from August 7 to December 9, 1942, he was awarded the Medal of Honor. Part of his citation read, “With the adverse factors of weather, terrain and disease making his task a difficult and hazardous undertaking, and with his command eventually including sea, land, and air forces of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps, Major General Vandegrift achieved marked success in commanding the initial landings of the Unites States Forces in the Solomon Islands and in their subsequent occupation…This dangerous but vital mission, accomplished at the constant risk of his life, resulted in securing a valuable base for further operations of our forces against the enemy.” From January 1, 1944 to June 30, 1946, General Vandegrift served as the Commandant of the Marine Corps and for his outstanding service was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. In April 1945 he became the first Marine officer on active duty to be appointed the rank of four-star general. Before leaving active service General Vandegrift addressed Congress with a stern warning against the Army’s post-war efforts to diminish the role of the Marines in his famous “Bended Knee Speech” delivered on May 6, 1946.

Class: Other

Very good with some scattered insect type damage and slight speckling of white paint, otherwise tight stitching overall.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

Document Grouping from the First Marine Raider Battalion

Lot #469 (Sale Order 469 of 688)

Document Grouping from the First Marine Raider Battalion including Medal of Honor Recipient Merritt Edson

The documents in this lot, both original and photocopies, are chiefly directed to a Lawrence H. Holdren. Having joined the U.S.M.C. in 1930, his pre-World War II service included posting to Nicarauga, Cuba and Shanghai, and during the course of World War II would advance to the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. Among other distinctions, he would be a member of the First Marine Raider Battalion under Merrit "Red Mike" Edson, and earned the Navy Cross for action on Guadalcanal. While fighting near Lunga Ridge in September of 1942 as part of the overall effort to protect Henderson Field from being retaken by Japanese forces, Holdren's unit found itself isolated and surrounded by the enemy when adjacent friendly units pulled back, experiencing 9 hours of attacks from multiple angles and at night. This was part of a greater overall action dubbed the Battle of Edson's Ridge, for which Edson himself would earn the Medal of Honor for his work up on the front. The documents include: A 14 April 1942 notice from then-LTC M.A. Edson (commander of the 1st Raiders) promoting Holdren to Corporal, a copy of a February 1942 notice promoting Holdren to PFC, a photo of then-BGEN Edson in July 1944 during the fighting on Tinian, copy of a 1944 letter from the Commandant of the USMC to then-Gunnery Sergeant Holdren congratulation him on his Navy Cross, a copy of Holdren's Navy Cross citation, two photos of Holdren in uniform (one leading a color guard formation, another casually smoking), and a copy of a newspaper article with picture of Holdren receiving his Navy Cross.

Class: Other

Good. The appointment to Corporal shows some staining, folds and edge wear, the photos remain crisp, and the photocopies are in good order.

Provenance: The Putnam Green/Sycamore Collection

Serial Number 1 U.S. Springfield Armory Pedersen T2-E1 Carbine

Lot #470 (Sale Order 470 of 688)

Extremely Rare U.S. Springfield Armory Pedersen T2-E1 Carbine Serial Number "1"

This is an extremely rare example of the original Pedersen "T" series toggle lock mechanism test carbines that was developed after the rifle version in the late 1920s. This model features a retarded blow-back, toggle-jointed mechanism as developed by the already famous John D. Pedersen, who was an innovator and firearms designer in his own right. After WWI he advocated that semi-automatic rifles should be easier and lighter, shooting a lighter weight cartridge that developed less heat and recoil. It was this same concept that led him to design the famous Pedersen device to convert Model 1903 bolt action rifles into Semi-Automatic rifles, a concept way ahead of its time. In this new design he developed the radical .276 Pedersen cartridge firing a much lighter bullet than the 30-06 which was eventually tested (and competed) along with his toggle-jointed mechanism against the M1 Garand rifle in the 1930s. He is also credited with developing the "en-bloc" cartridge clip design, with the only flaw being his clip was unidirectional (ie it had to be inserted in one directly only) while the John Garand designed clip was reversible allowed it to be inserted form either direction. His original rifle designs were designated the T1 series rifles and the then prototype M1 Garands were the T3 series rifles. This model as noted is the calvary carbine version of Pedersen original design designated the "T2-E1" series. It featured the same original toggle-jointed mechanism (like the German Luger) only in a carbine version. The left side of the receiver is marked "U.S. SEMI-AUTO RIFLE-T2-E1/CAL-.276-PEDERSEN PATENTS". followed by a British "NP" proof. The right side is stamped with only serial number "1". It is fitted with a 22 inch barrel with the shortened walnut half-stock but still retains the perforated sheet metal handguard and fixed extended box magazine chambered for the noted .276 Pedersen cartridge. It has the fully adjustable rear sight with the fixed high front sight. This is an unbelievably rare test model of the original Pedersen rifles and carbines. This super rare carbine is complete with a WWI era leather sling, one unidirectional en-block clip loaded with 10 rounds of original .276 ammunition and a full box (20rds) of the original .276 Pedersen cartridges.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine with 95% of the original blue/black metal finish overall. The stock is very good showing faint heavily sanded finger grooves on the sides with two minor stress cracks starting at the very rear of the trigger guard, emanating back through the grip area. A historic and extremely rare Springfield Armory Pedersen Test Carbine, serial number 1.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Inland M1A1 Paratrooper Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #471 (Sale Order 471 of 688)

U.S. Inland M1A1 Paratrooper Semi-Automatic Carbine

This is an exceptional example of a late World War II production U.S. Inland M1A1 paratrooper carbine. "N" blade front and "PI" adjustable rear sights, with a "1-45" dated Inland barrel and a "SI" Type III barrel band. Round "IO" bolt, milled "INLAND" trigger housing, unmarked button safety, "HI" magazine catch, "I-I" hammer and a reparkerized "PI" operating rod. sear. The main stock body is of the four-rivet, low wood configuration, with an "IO" handguard, "RIA/EB" cartouche on the left side, two uncircled "P" stamps on the front of the grip, "crossed cannons" on the right, "R.I./3" on the bottom, leather cheekpad with steel rivets, tan canvas sling, and swiveling spring-loaded buttplate with proper casting marks. Oiler absent.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 95% plus original parkerized finish (except for the replaced operating rod), showing some light wear and handling marks overall. The bolt retains 70% bright original blue. The stock is also very fine, with a small hairline crack in the rear of the handguard and scattered dents and scratches. The cheekpiece shows some tearing and scuffing. Mechanically excellent.

World War II U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #472 (Sale Order 472 of 688)

World War II U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle with Highly Desirable Serial Number 1000009

This M1 Garand rifle is very desirable as it is only nine digits away from the M1 Garand presented to John Garand, serial number 1000000, which we sold in a previous auction. Manufactured in November of 1942, this Garand originally made its way into U.S. inventories just as the country was beginning to throw its full weight into the global conflict. It served in that capacity and subsequently went into the arsenal for rebuild, after which it fell into the collectors market and was restored back to World War II specs. Blade front and peep rear sights, with a visible set screw on the former and a set of early pattern adjustment drums ("BATTLE RANGE" windage and "LEFT/LEFT" elevation with closed arrows and locking bar) on the latter. Fitted with an "SA 10-42" barrel, "SA" bolt, trigger guard, trigger housing, hammer, safety and uncut operating rod. The stock is marked "S.A./E.McF." and "crossed cannons" on the left, with a circled serifed "P" on the wrist, "170" on the bottom of the wrist and buttstock, and a checkered steel buttplate. Includes a canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retains 95% plus of the arsenal refurbished parkerized finish with some light edge wear and some scattered light handling marks. The wood is also very fine with some scattered minor dings and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #473 (Sale Order 473 of 688)

U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in late-1914 or early-1915, in the third assigned serial number block listed for Springfield Armory, this is a solid representative example of a U.S. Model 1911 semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Springfield Armory for the United States military and features the distinctive armory dull blue finish. The left side of the slide has the standard three-line Colt patent dates and two-line "SPRINGFIELD ARMORY/U.S.A." markings in two blocks, as well as an ordnance bomb behind the serrations. The right side of the slide is marked with the Department of Defense eagle and "MODEL OF 1911.U.S. ARMY." The left side of the frame has the U.S. property marking and an ordnance bomb near the trigger guard, and the serial number is marked on the right. The barrel is marked "SP" on the left of the lug and "S.A.811N" on the underside. Features blade and notch sights, checkered wide hammer, short grip safety, and a smooth straight mainspring housing with a lanyard ring. It is fitted with a pair of correct checkered, large diamond pattern, walnut grips and a correct two-tone magazine with correct "wrap around" lanyard ring base.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 70% plus of the original blue finish with the balance having mostly thinned to a smooth brown patina and some cold blue touch up visible on the slide. The grips are fine with rounded out screw holes, a few scattered light scratches and light blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

U.S. World War II Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Pistol

Lot #474 (Sale Order 474 of 688)

U.S. Property Marked World War II Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1942 with standard markings as well as the rare and desirable "U.S. PROPERTY" marking on the right side of the frame and an "M" in front of the serial number. It is fitted with blade front and flat top notch rear sights, and checkered grips with Colt medallions. This pistols serial number falls between two identified General Officer's pistols, serial numbers 135483 and 135487.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 85% plus of the original blue finish with a small area of touch-up on the left side of the slide, some scattered light spotting, and some light edge wear. The grips are also very fine with a few scattered minor blemishes in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

World War II U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #475 (Sale Order 475 of 688)

Exceptional World War II U.S. Colt Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1943, during the height of World War II. The left side of the slide is marked with the two-line/two-block address separated by the Rampant Colt, "G.H.D." inspected frame with "K/VP" proof, matching "P" proofs on the frame and slide, and standard U.S. property and army nomenclature on the right of the frame. Fitted with blade and notch sights, checkered slide catch, thumb safety, and narrow hammer, long grip safety, and arched serrated mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Fitted with a full blue "S" marked magazine, full blue barrel with "COLT 45 AUTO" and "G" on the bottom and "P" on the lug, and reinforced checkered grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent plus, as issued, retains 99% plus of the original parkerized finish with some scattered very light slide retraction/takedown marks. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. World War II Remington-Rand Model 1911A1 Pistol

Lot #476 (Sale Order 476 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. World War II Remington-Rand Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1944. The left of the slide has the two-line Remington-Rand address, "P" proof on top, and the frame is marked with the standard U.S. property and army nomenclature on the right with the serial number while the left has an "FJA" inspection mark and "P" proof. Fitted with blade and notch sights, checkered narrow hammer, long grip safety, arched serrated mainspring housing, full blue barrel with "P" and "HS" lug, reinforced grips, and parkerized "S" magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, as issued, retains 99% of the original parkerized finish with some very light edge slide retraction wear. The grips are also excellent with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. Colt First Series Woodsman Match Target Pistol

Lot #477 (Sale Order 477 of 688)

World War II U.S. Property Marked Colt First Series Woodsman Match Target Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1944, this is one of approximately only 4,000 Colt Woodsman Match Target pistols produced for the U.S. military during World War II. Blade front and fully adjustable notch rear sights, with the "MATCH/(bullseye)/TARGET" marking on the left rear of the barrel, the slide marked "COLT" next to the caliber markings and Rampant Colt, and "THE WOODSMAN/U.S. PROPERTY" on the left side of the frame. The trigger guard is marked "e/VP", the "MT" serial number down the front strap, extended, checkered plastic grips, and full blue magazine marked "COLT WOODSMAN/CAL. 22 L.R./MATCH TARGET MOD." on the base.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retains 90% plus of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on the grips straps and some edges, and some spotting on the top of the barrel and slide. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

U.S. World War II Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol

Lot #478 (Sale Order 478 of 688)

Exceptional U.S. Property Marked World War II Production Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in 1943 with "U.S. PROPERTY" mark on the right side of the frame. Matching number slide and frame. Introduced as a commercial pistol, the 1903 was adopted by the U.S. military after proving a commercial success and became the standard sidearm for General Officers during WWII and was issued into the 1970s. Although this pistol's serial number falls in the middle of known General Officer pistols, it is not identified as such (568564 and 568573 are identified).

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original parkerized finish with a few scattered light handling marks. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Remington Model 700/M24 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with Scope

Lot #479 (Sale Order 479 of 688)

Remington Model 700/M24 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with Scope

This is a commercial version of the US Army's M24 sniper rifle. It was manufactured by Remington Arms Company and is marked Model 700/M24; however, it is NOT "U.S." marked. The left side of the receiver is roll marked "REMINGTON/MODEL 700 M24", and it is fitted with a 24 inch stainless steel barrel that is roll marked on the left side "7.62 NATO", with the right side stamped with the standard Remington factory proof marks. The receiver is fitted with a single piece mount with an Ultra 10x-M3A scope. It has an adjustable HS precision composite stock with adjustable buttplate and detachable sling swivels. The scope comes with a set of Butler Creek lens covers. The buttstock has been over sprayed with a multi-tone "snakeskin" desert camouflage pattern paint. Includes a Harris bipod. The consignor states that this rifle was part of a limited series of commercial M24 rifles built up by Remington c.2012. Utiliizing a new- made barrel and receiver, the series also used a number of original M24 components returned as surplus by the U.S. Army, including spare and issued stocks with any customization applied by the issued sniper preserved.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very good, retaining 90% original black finish with some handling marks. Buttstock is very good as well with 85% of the desert camouflage with dings and scratches. Optics are sharp, reticle solid. Mechanically excellent.

Remington 700/M40 Style Sniper Rifle

Lot #480 (Sale Order 480 of 688)

Remington 700/M40 Style Sniper Rifle

This rifle is an assembled USMC M40 type sniper rifle that is complete with a current commercial recreation of the rare Green Redfield 3X9 sniper scope. The serial number range of this rifle falls within the mid to late 1960s production Remington rifles, and the complete barreled action, scope base, and rings have been properly assembled to include clip slotting the receiver and remarking the left side of the receiver ring with "U.S." The serial number is outside the known and documented original USMC M40 serial number range. It has been fitted with a heavy weight, target pattern type barrel that is only marked on the left side "7.62 NATO/Heart proof". The right side is stamped with the circled "REP" proof. The left side of the receiver is marked Remington Model 700, and it has been properly clip slotted and fitted with a new commercial manufacture (Redfield style) M40 type one-piece scope base and ring set. It is fitted with one of the current/new production Green Redfield 3X9 sniper scopes that perfectly duplicate the original M40 sniper scope. It is fitted with a correct pattern early walnut M40 stock as supplied by the Remington factory that is fitted with the aluminum Remington marked checkered buttplate and the correct wide military style sling swivels. The complete rifle (action and barrel) have a medium gray parkerized finish with an anodized trigger guard and floorplate with a blued scope base and parkerized scope rings. It is complete with a correct Vietnam era web sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine as custom made with 98% of the refinished parkerized finish overall. The walnut stock is also very fine showing only a couple minor handling marks. The scope is like new with clear sharp optics. A very nice recreation of a USMC M40 sniper rifle that will nicely fill a normally vacant slot in your collection.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Remington 720 Secretary of the Navy Trophy Rifle with Box

Lot #481 (Sale Order 481 of 688)

Exceptional Secretary of the Navy Trophy U.S. Remington Model 720 Bolt Action Rifle with Inscription and Matching Box

A descendant of the British Pattern '14 and the U.S. 1917 Enfield Rifle, the Model 720 had a short tenure as a commercial weapon, introduced in 1941 but rapidly sidelined to free resources for military contract 1903 and 1903A3 production. Of approximately 2,500 actually made, about 1,000 were procured by the Navy and kept in reserve. The circumstances of war and rising availability of the M1 Garand meant these were never tapped for field use, and they would sit at the USN's Crane Depot until 1963, when a USMC marksmanship officer proposed using them as competitive trophies in lieu of destroying them as surplus. Starting in 1964 they were assigned to the Navy and Marines to dispense as awards for performance at Camp Perry and other prestigious shooting events, traditionally bearing an inscription appropriate to the event on the floorplate. This one is inscribed "SECRETARY OF THE NAVY TROPHY/ALL-NAVY CLAY PIDGEON(sic)/CHAMPION 1971". Ramp blade front and semi-buckhorn rear sights, with the barrel dated "OL" (July 1942) and standard markings on the barrel and receiver. The top of the receiver bridge has a single untapped vent hole, with a pair of drilled and tapped peep sight holes on the right side. The underside of the bolt is numbered to match the receiver. The stock has a checkered forearm and pistol grip, with the "crossed cannon" and "FJA" acceptance stamps on the left side of the buttstock, sling swivels, and a checkered steel Remington buttplate. The original hand-numbered matching Remington box is included, which has the note "Calhoun/ASC/LANT FLT" on the lid; while not explicitly documented, this would identify a Chief Petty Officer (Aviation Support Equipment) Calhoun with the Atlantic Fleet of the United States Navy, though they have not been specifically identified, nor are they confirmed as the recipient of this rifle.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 98% plus original blue finish, showing some minor handling marks and high edge wear overall. The original markings are all clear, and the Navy Trophy inscription is clean and bright. The stock is also excellent, with some scuffing and dings; the wear is mainly of a cosmetic nature. The box is in very good condition for age and use, with evidence of retaping and mild wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The George Moller Collection

U.S. Colt Marine Corps M45A1 Close Quarters Battle Pistol

Lot #482 (Sale Order 482 of 688)

Documented U.S. Colt Marine Corps M45A1 Close Quarters Battle Semi-Automatic Pistol, "Genuine Operator Issue", with Box

According to the included factory letter (signed by the President and CEO of Colt Manufacturing) this pistol was one of the original run of Colt "Rail Gun" Government Model pistols produced to United States Marine Corps specifications as the M45A1 Close Quarters Battle Pistol. Intended as a replacement for the Corps' aging stock of 1911/1911A1 pistols, the M45A1 was destined expressly for units like Force Recon, Marine Special Operations Command (home of the Marine Raiders), and Special Operations Capable Marine Expeditionary Units. 1,000 of these pistols (470 used and 530 unissued) were traded by the Marine Corps under warranty back to Colt in exchange for newer Ionbond finished replacements, Colt in turn released these original Marine Corps pistols to the public with the caveat that the "USMC" marking be struck out. A set of 3-dot Trijicon night sights are installed on the "COLT***USMC" marked slide, with "VP" and "L" on the left side of the trigger guard and the U.S. nomenclature on the right, including the military-specific "M1070CQBP" model number. A 4-groove Picatinny rail is integrated into the dust cover, with a long solid trigger, skeleton hammer, beavertail safety with "speed bump", ambidextrous thumb safety, serrated flat mainspring housing, "desert camo" G10 composite grips, Wilson Combat magazine, and a Colt National Match barrel with a finely polished and beveled throat. Includes original military issued shipping box as well as a copy of the American Rifleman article "Last Of The Breed" about the pistol.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original FDE Cerakote finish with a few minor handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine with a few minor storage and handling marks as well as having the military serial number and RFID number blacked out. A scarce opportunity to own a genuine U.S. Marine Corps semi-automatic pistol, and what is almost certain to be the last Colt 1911 adopted by the United States Armed Forces.

U.S. Army Issued SIG Sauer M17 Pistol with Box

Lot #483 (Sale Order 483 of 688)

U.S. Army Issued SIG Sauer M17 Semi-Automatic Pistol with Box

Per the included certificate, this pistol was part of the initial deployment of the U.S. M17 MHS Pistol in American service; an attached, matching numbered "dog tag" identifies this specific pistol to the 4th Squadron, N Troop, 3rd Cavalry Regiment from about January of 2018 to June 2019. A variant of the SIG 320 modular pistol, the M17 integrates an ambidextrous thumb safety to the modular fire control unit, with illuminated night sights, optics mounting point on the slide, "+P" weight recoil spring, and coyote brown metal and polymer finish. The number "6" has been applied in marker to the underside, possibly an inventory mark applied by the 3rd Cavalry, and the grip unit is marked size "M". The shipping box is a numbered match to the pistol and identifies it as "UDM17-9-SURPLUS", and contains two extra magazines, a standard weight recoil spring, cable lock, U.S. flag patch with velcro backing and papers.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent, with 95% plus original coyote brown finish, showing light wear, slide cycling/retraction marks, and scuffing consistent with field use. Mechanically excellent.

F.B.I. Shipped Colt Lightweight Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #484 (Sale Order 484 of 688)

Exceptional Documented F.B.I. Shipped First Year Production Colt Lightweight Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 009 with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1949, the first year of production, this is one of only 65 Colt Commander pistols made that year. These first 65 pistols produced all had "00" serial numbers, 001-0065, before Colt decided to add an "LW" suffix to the serial numbers starting with "66" in 1950. The left side of the slide is marked "GOVERNMENT/MODEL", "COLT", and "AUTOMATIC CALIBER .45" followed by the Rampant Colt, while the right has the Colt address. The right side of the aluminum frame is marked with the exceptionally early first year serial number "009". The left side of the trigger guard is marked "5/VP". It is fitted with blade and notch sights, serrated trigger, arched serrated mainspring housing, and a ring hammer. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration (grips not listed), as well as shipment to Special Agent Joseph Varnek at the F.B.I. Laboratory in Washington, D.C. on 14 December 1949 as a lone gun shipment. It is not entirely clear how many of these first 65 Colt Commander pistols were shipped to the F.B.I., though other known examples exist. It appears likely that these guns were shipped to individual agents at the bureau for possible field testing, perhaps in an effort to further market the newly designed pistol.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original blue and black anodized finishes with some light holster type wear on the front right of the slide and a few small spots of finish loss on the front strap. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Early Production Colt Lightweight Commander Pistol in .38 Super

Lot #485 (Sale Order 485 of 688)

Documented Pacific Military Intelligence Chief Attributed Early Pre-Production Colt Lightweight Commander Semi-Automatic Pistol in .38 Super with Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1949, this is an exceptionally scarce example of one of the first 65 Colt Lightweight Commander pistols that was manufactured. These first 65 pistols were serial numbered 001-0065, not having the "LW" suffix or "CLW" prefix that are seen on later production examples. These early pistols appear to have mostly been sent out as samples by Colt to prominent figures in military intelligence and federal policing, investigation, and intelligence organizations, likely to gain feedback on the pistols and their desirability before ramping up full production. This pistol, like an example previously sold here at RIA (serial number 0023), was sent to a military intelligence figure. Initially this pistol was sold to J.M. Dinken Co. in New York (like the other example), before being shipped to Colonel H.E. Pulliam of Public Safety Division by way of the postmaster of APO 500 in San Francisco on 10 October 1949. This information is listed in the included factory letter which also confirms the current configuration (grips and finish not listed). A private firearm registration form from the Provost Marshal of the Metropolitan Tokyo Area dated 1951 shows the pistol wound up in the hands of a Major Ralph J. Rinalducci as a "gift from manufacturer". The form lists the pistol by serial number and states that Major Rinalducci's organization was G-2, GHQ, FEC, or Military Intelligence, General Headquarters, Far East Command. Another document gives further information on Rinalducci stating that prior to World War II he was an attorney and police academy instructor, as well as the author of various articles regarding criminal law, modern police methods, and intelligence operations. During the war he spent his entire career involved in military intelligence including a 20 year tour of duty in Japan as the Chief of Special Intelligence Activities, Military Intelligence Section, General Headquarters, Far East Command, serving under General Douglas MacArthur. During his career he was awarded numerous commendations and citations, including several Legions of Merit. The pistol itself is marked with "COLT", "SUPER .38/AUTOMATIC", and the Rampant Colt on the left of the slide, with the Colt address on the right. The right of the frame has the early production serial number "0054" and the trigger guard is marked "5/VP" and "7" on the left and right respectively. It is fitted with blade and notch sights, serrated ring hammer, serrated trigger, short grip safety, a pair of grips masterfully carved with Japanese dragons which were very likely acquired during his 20 years in Japan, and a Colt .38 Super marked full blue magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original blue and black anodized finishes with some scattered light handling marks. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling marks and crisp carving. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Heckler & Koch/TSC/Fleming HK51 Belt Fed Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #486 (Sale Order 486 of 688)

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Heckler & Koch HK53 Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #487 (Sale Order 487 of 688)

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U.S. Colt M16A2 Fully Transferable Machine Gun, with Box - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #488 (Sale Order 488 of 688)

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U.S. Auto-Ordnance Thompson Model 1928A1 Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #489 (Sale Order 489 of 688)

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Fabrique Nationale Belgian Army Type D Sales Sample Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #490 (Sale Order 490 of 688)

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MK Arms MK760 Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #491 (Sale Order 491 of 688)

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MK Arms MK760 Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #492 (Sale Order 492 of 688)

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British STEN Mark III Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #493 (Sale Order 493 of 688)

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Westinghouse Mark 2/4 20mm Oerlikon Cannon, Class III/NFA DEWAT - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #494 (Sale Order 494 of 688)

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Unknown M2 ".30 Cal" Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #495 (Sale Order 495 of 688)

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Auto-Ordnance "A" Range Model 1928 Thompson Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #496 (Sale Order 496 of 688)

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U.S. Saginaw 1919A4 Fully Transferable Machine Gun with Tripod - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #497 (Sale Order 497 of 688)

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TNW M2 Heavy Barrel Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle

Lot #498 (Sale Order 498 of 688)

TNW M2 Heavy Barrel Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle

Manufactured by TNW, this is a heavy barreled semi-automatic only version of the legendary Browning M2 .50 caliber machine gun. The right side of the receiver is stamped with the circular TNW logo, model, caliber, address, and serial number. Features an overall parkerized grey finish, hooded blade front and peep rear sights, ventilated barrel jacket, and spade type grip. Includes military manual, and headspacing gauge.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original parkerized finish with minimal handling marks and some light pitting/rough casting on the barrel jacket. The grips are also excellent with minimal handling evidence. Mechanically excellent.

Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1918A3 BAR Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #499 (Sale Order 499 of 688)

Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1918A3 BAR Semi-Automatic Rifle

Introduced in 1996, the Ohio Ordnance 1918A3 is a semi-automatic closed bolt copy of the signature Browning Automatic Rifle. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights, adjustable gas port, 2-position safety, and left-side charging handle. The top of the receiver bears the model and caliber markings, with the "CHARDON, OH" address over the patent and serial number. Smooth walnut forearm and buttstock with a smooth steel buttplate and flip up shoulder rest. Includes an extra magazine, bipod, carry handle, and sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retains 99% plus of the original parkerized finish with the only the slightest handling marks or wear. The wood is also excellent with a few scattered minor dings. Mechanically excellent.

Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1917A1 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #500 (Sale Order 500 of 688)

Ohio Ordnance Works Model 1917A1 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured by Ohio Ordnance to very closely replicate the Browning Model 1917 machine gun, this example is chambered in 7.62 NATO and operates in semi-automatic only. The right side plate is marked with the model, caliber, Ohio Ordnance address, and serial number. It is marked "7.62" inside on the feed tray. It is fitted with a shrouded blade front sight, folding ladder rear sight, a water jacket around the barrel, and plastic grips. Includes a water can and canvas cartridge belt.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retains 98% plus of the original parkerized finish with some scattered light handling marks. The cork plug for the water jacket drain is damaged. The grips are also excellent with only the slightest handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Historic Arms Bren Mark IISA Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #501 (Sale Order 501 of 688)

Historic Arms Bren Mark IISA Semi-Automatic Rifle with Tripod and Extra Barrel

Manufactured in the U.S.A. using a combination of new-made components and military-surplus hardware (in particular a 1943 dated deactivated Canadian proofed Inglis receiver), this is a semi-automatic closed-bolt reproduction of the Commonwealth-standard BREN light machine gun. Blade front and folding peep rear sight, a conical flash hider, British proofed barrel, and .303 caliber marking on the right of the receiver along with the Historic Arms and "INGLIS/1943" markings on the right side of the receiver. During the rebuild process the "A" selector position was physically blocked, with only the "S" and "R" positions useable. Fitted with a folding steel bipod, smooth pistol grip and buttstock, and a steel buttplate. Includes an extra barrel (incompatible) and a camouflage painted tripod.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent as assembled in semi-automatic configuration, retains 90% plus of the blue finish with the balance having thinned to a smooth grey patina, primarily on the bipod. The wood is fine with some scattered minor handling marks and a couple spliced cracks in the buttstock. Mechanically excellent. The tripod is very good retaining most of the paint finish and showing mild wear.

Smith Manufacturing Group DP28 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #502 (Sale Order 502 of 688)

Smith Manufacturing Group DP28 Semi-Automatic Rifle

A recreated, semi-automatic copy of the Soviet Degtyaryov Infantry Machine Gun produced with a combination of military surplus components and newly made parts and a redesigned semi-automatic only closed bolt receiver. Adjustable pin front and tangent rear sights, a Polish "11" proof mark and "1953" behind the rear sight, maker's markings on the right side of the receiver, the signature pan magazine with rotating top cover, a ventilated heat shield, a swiveling steel bipod, grip safety immediately behind the trigger guard, and a smooth semi-pistol grip stock with a sling swivel and integral grease container. Includes three extra magazines.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent as assembled in semi-automatic configuration, retains 95% plus of the blue finish with minimal wear or handling marks. The stock is very fine with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

GGI Browning Model 1919A7 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #503 (Sale Order 503 of 688)

GGI Browning Model 1919A7 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured from some military surplus and some newly made parts, this GGI Model 1919A7 very closely replicates the famous Browning Model 1919 machine gun, except chambered in 7.62mm NATO and operating in semi-automatic only. The right sideplate has the serial number, manufacturer, model, and caliber markings, as well as Saginaw Steering Division markings. There are Israeli markings on various parts including the cover and the left side plate which is also marked "7.62". Fitted with a folding blade front and folding ladder rear sights, as well as the typical barrel shroud/heat shield.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine as assembled in semi-automatic configuration, retains 97% plus of the parkerized finish with minimal handling marks/wear and some mild grease staining. Mechanically excellent.

RIA/Oefinger Model 1917A1 Transferable Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #504 (Sale Order 504 of 688)

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Buffalo Arms M2 ".30 Cal" Transferable Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #505 (Sale Order 505 of 688)

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German Schmeisser MP28.II Submachine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #506 (Sale Order 506 of 688)

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Mauser 1932 Schnellfeuer Sales Sample Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #507 (Sale Order 507 of 688)

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Mauser "byf" StG-44 DEWAT Machine Gun - Unavailable on Proxibid

Lot #508 (Sale Order 508 of 688)

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Engraved WWII Walther PP Pistol Captured at the Factory

Lot #509 (Sale Order 509 of 688)

Historic Presentation Engraved World War II Walther PP Semi-Automatic Pistol Documented as a GI Capture Straight from the Walther Factory in Zella-Mehlis, and Attributed as Being Made for General Gotthard Heinrici, Eastern Front Commander and One of the Final Defenders of Berlin

At the center of the history of this lot is a signed affidavit from John F. DeCaire, Senior of Grafton, Massachusetts, notarized in 2001 and bundled with two pictures of himself with this pistol and another mentioned in the affidavit. As a young man DeCaire was a member of the 181st Infantry Regiment of the Massachusetts Army National Guard, later moving to the HQ Company, 359th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division (aka the Tough 'Ombres) for action in Europe. He hit Utah Beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944, and fought with the Division across Europe. While he does not recount his exact activities, the 90th was highly active in France, helping close off the Falaise Pocket, fighting in the Ardennes Forest, piercing the Siegfried Line, crossing the Rhine, liberating the Flossenburg Concentration Camp, and punching their way clear through to Czechoslovakia. This campaign would include a short stint occupying Zella-Mehlis (spelled "Zeller-Mehlis" in DeCaire's narrative), where DeCaire was the First Sergeant of a security company tasked with securing Walther's main plant. Among other events he described, DeCaire's unit secured two full boxcars of "burp gun" SMGs, and performed security while the Army Corps of Engineers stripped the building of machinery before the area was handed over to the Red Army. Additionally, while most of the factory workers made themselves scarce when the place fell into American hands, DeCaire was able to find one of the factory engravers, who in turn led his unit to an office containing multiple high-end Walther pistols in for work. DeCaire claimed two as war trophies, with the pistol in this lot called out by both serial number and identifying features. After leaving Zella-Mehlis, DeCaire spent a few months on occupation duty in Czechoslovakia before returning home to civilian life. Also included with the affidavit is a set of research notes regarding the two most prominent decorations on the pistol; a rendering of the Knights Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords on the left side of the grip, and the initials "GH" on the right side. In the top three German decorations of World War II, it was granted for what can only be described as chronic and consistent valor in the face of the enemy; while American medals are individually awarded, the Iron Cross/Knight's Cross was treated as a sequence, and barring exceptional action would need to be earned in order from the Iron Cross Second Class on up. 160 men received this level of Knight's Cross, only one of which has the initials "GH" (a few "HG"s are on the list, but the arrangement of the initials in this case is reasonably clear). That individual is Gotthard Fedor August Heinrici, Generaloberst in the Heer. Born in 1886 and hailing from Prussian nobility, he joined the army as an Infantry Cadet in 1905. During World War One he saw action in the invasion of Belgium, 1st Masurian Lakes, Lodz, and Verdun, as well as serving on the General Staff. Staying in service through the Weimar Era and into Hitler's Third Reich, he would be among the participants in the breeching of the Maginot Line during the Invasion of France, and then spend most of the rest of the war on the Eastern Front, fighting at Bialystok-Minsk, Kiev, outside Moscow, and throughout the long, slow collapse of the situation on theat front. While he distinguished himself in the sort of ugly, inglorious war that typified the Eastern Front, he often found himself fighting his bosses as well as the enemy; while Heinrici fully understood the idea that holding land is not a virtue on it's own, Hitler and in turn his top guys were married to the idea of not giving the Soviets back a single inch of soil unless they paid for it in blood by the gallon. While decorated and lauded for his feats in fending off the Reds, he was also criticized for not treating every given trench like his last, losing a command in 1943 after not going full scorched earth on Smolensk and being put on temporary forced retirement in 1944 for arguing for a large scale pullback of Army Group Center. He earned the Swords to go with his Knight's Cross after this incident for his leadership in the Battle of Dukla Pass; originally planning to run through the Pass in 5 days and link up with the anti-German Slovak National Uprising, the Soviets were instead held up for an entire month, which in turn had dire consequences for the Uprising. His final command would be Army Group Vistula, charged with holding the Soviets at the final set of proper defenses between them and Berlin proper. While Heinrici distinguished himself again in t
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Mauser K98 High Turret Sniper Rifle with Scope and Pouch

Lot #510 (Sale Order 510 of 688)

Desirable World War II Mauser K98 Bolt Action High Turret Sniper Rifle with Scope and Ammo Pouch

In use from 1939 through 1945, the "high turret" sniper was one of the most effective sniper weapons in the German arsenal; ways were found to make less expensive snipers, but they never introduced a better model during the war. Blade front and tangent rear sights, with the scope mounts screwed and welded to the receiver. "Eagle/135" proofs are present on the barrel, receiver (double struck, factory error), and the rear scope block, with "Mod. 98" on the receiver wall and a matching number on the phosphate finish bolt handle. The cocking piece assembly is an unnumbered, field armorer replacement. The barrel bands (milled front and stamped rear) are unnumbered, and both the trigger guard and floorplate are stamped with "byf" markings. The smooth laminate pistol grip stock is fitted with a brown leather sling and a cupped steel buttplate proofed "WaA642" over "dwc". The front scope ring is numbered to match the rifle, with "50758" on the left side of the adjustment base, "AJACK 4x90" on the right, with sight-through bases and a three-post reticle. Also included is a brown pig skin ammo pouch with 6 clips (30 rounds) of ammunition.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of gray/brown patina, mild oxidization, and scattered handling marks. The stock is sanded and refinished, with some mild dings and dents. The sling is cracked and torn. The scope shows mild external wear, with the reticle solid and the optics clear. Mechanically excellent.

World War II Walther G43 "ac 44" Code Rifle with ZF4 Scope

Lot #511 (Sale Order 511 of 688)

World War II Walther G43 "ac 44" Code Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with ZF4 Scope

Hooded blade front and tangent rear sights, with a rough-cast receiver and bolt carrier, and matching numbers on the receiver, bolt carrier, and buttstock. Smooth pistol grip stock, with a laminate handguard, brown leather sling, and some small parts inside the trapdoor buttplate. Included with the rifle is a "dow" marked ZF4 scope with phosphate finished mount closely numbered 6538 (Rifle 6580) and leather lens caps.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 75% of the original blue finish, showing a plum patina on the barrel, areas of gray and brown, bright edge/cycling wear and light handling marks. The stock is very good with crisp markings, some light dings and scratches. The optics are a bit hazy, with mild external wear. Mechanically excellent.

DWM 1906 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol in 9 mm

Lot #512 (Sale Order 512 of 688)

Exceptional DWM 1906 Commercial Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol in Scarce 9 m/m Caliber

This is an exceptional, high condition, mid-production example of a early DWM model 1906 Commercial Luger. This series of Luger pistol was one of the very first commercial Luger manufactured by the DWM factory and is a primary piece in any early Luger collection. There were only approximately 4,000 ever manufactured for commercial sales with this one being chambered in the very rare and desirable "9mm Luger" caliber. This caliber was usually reserved only for military contracts. Since this is an early 1906 Commercial model it correctly has the unmarked/blank chamber area with the front toggle marked with the "DWM" logo. It is correctly numbered in the commercial manner with only the major serial number (64670) stamped on the front of the frame and underside of the barrel, with the last two digits of the serial number (70) stamped on the various other smaller parts. It has the standard Commercial "crown/N" proofmark on the left side of the barrel extension, the underside of the barrel above the serial number, the breechblock and front toggle. It has the standard first pattern safety with the lower area of the rear frame polished and unmarked with the extractor correctly marked "GELADEN". It is fitted with the correct, fully checkered walnut grips. These early commercial Lugers have all hand fitted parts with a beautiful rust blued finish overall with finely polished and straw colored small parts to include the trigger, take down lever, ejector and magazine release button. It is complete with one original early commercial magazine that has a tin plated magazine body with the walnut base. The base is correctly stamped in script markings: "Cal 9 m/m".

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent plus. The pistol retains 98% plus original, high quality blue finish with some minor muzzle and high edge wear. Nearly 97% of the original straw color remains on the small components. The grips are also excellent with a couple mild bruises in the otherwise sharp checkering. The markings are sharp. Mechanically excellent. One will have difficulty locating a better correct original example of this much sought after Luger variation! (Now is your opportunity!)

1902 Commercial DWM 'Fat Barrel' Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #513 (Sale Order 513 of 688)

Rare 1902 Commercial DWM "Fat Barrel" Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

This is a very fine example of a rare early commercial contract Model 1902 "Fat Barrel" Luger. This is a very scarce variation that was intermixed with the standard 1902 production Lugers, and it is estimated that only about 600 were produced in total. The 1902 Lugers were manufactured in specific serial number ranges, 22300 to 22400 and 22900 to 23500, and this pistol falls into the later production group, manufactured just prior to the 1902 Danzig test Lugers and the cartridge counter models. The Model 1902 was the first Luger chambered for the 9 mm cartridge with a 4 inch barrel and was generally intended for sales outside of Germany. The top of the chamber is blank, the toggle has the DWM logo, the right side of the barrel extension is unmarked and the left side has the early commercial "crown/B" and "crown/U" proofs. The bottom of the barrel has the Commercial "crown/B", "crown/U" and "crown/G" proofs along with the serial number, and the front of the frame is marked "GERMANY" under the serial number indicating sale outside of Germany. It has the early recessed breech bolt, unmarked extractor, both the grip and thumb safety and the early dished toggles. The thumb safety functions in the upward position, and the lower safety lever area is polished bright. The magazine is the correct early wooden base version. The matching partial serial number "88" is marked on the takedown lever, bottom of the side plate and rear toggle link. The small components are finished in straw, and the pistol is fitted with checkered walnut grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine. The pistol retains 75% original blue finish with some scattered minor thinning, muzzle and high edge wear, some minor pitting and spotting on the front left side of the barrel. 50% of the original straw colors remain on the small components. The grips are very good with some minor bruising and a few minor dings and handling marks. The barrel proofs are a bit weak, otherwise the markings are clear. The action is fine. A rare Commercial Model 1902 "Fat Barrel" Luger for the advanced Luger collector.

Cased Loewe 1893 Borchardt Pistol with Many Matching Accessories

Lot #514 (Sale Order 514 of 688)

Exceptional Cased Ludwig Loewe Model 1893 Borchardt Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Numbered Accessories

Developed by Hugo Borchardt and manufactured by Ludwig Loewe & Company, the 1893 Borchardt was among the first semi-automatic pistols to arrive on the market. Borchardt's design introduced many mechanical principles and design concepts that would be revisited and refined by Georg Luger to make the famous "Pistole Parabellum" Model 1900, essentially making the Borchardt the forefather of about half a century of European military and commercial handguns. The most critical feature taken up by Luger was the 1893's toggle-locked short-recoil action, which gives the pistol its distinctive profile. Blade front sight and "V" notch rear sight, with the address "WAFFENFABRIK/ LOEWE/BERLIN" on top of the chamber, "D.R.P./No75837." on the front toggle link, "SYSTEM BORCHARDT. PATENT." on the right side of the receiver, and a set of "crown/letter" proofs on the barrel, chamber and toggle assembly. Installed on the front link is an asymmetrical smooth cocking handle with a spring loaded safety latch; intended to reduce the risk of premature unlocking, Luger would integrate a similar lock into the Model 1900 but eliminate it as redundant in later models. Matching serial numbers are present on multiple parts, including the hardwood base of the nickel finished magazine and the interior of the smooth bordered grip panels. The pistol comes in a fine black leatherette case with a green felt inner lining, which contains the following included accessories: a matching numbered shoulder stock with black leather holster, a quick-mountable matching numbered cheekpiece for the stock, two extra matching numbered magazine, a hardwood dummy magazines that acts as a carrier for an oiler, patch holder and patch jag, a brass rod, and a screwdriver handle (sans blade).

Class: Antique

Very fine, with 80% plus original blue finish, showing some areas of gray and brown patina most noticeable on the rear mainspring housing and front sight, mild spotting and edge wear, and light handling marks. The grips are fine, with some mild scattered dings. The case is fine, with numerous scuffs on the fine, mostly intact exterior, typical of age, the handle detached but included. The very good holster shows wear and cracking appropriate to age, with mild wear on the other accessories. Mechanically excellent.

German Occupation Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #515 (Sale Order 515 of 688)

1945 Dated German Occupation Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol Rig with Holster and Accessories

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 features a slide dated "1945" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the later model 1914 caliber, model, and serial number marking with the Kongsberg Crest and "WaA84". Inspection mark behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, barrel, and slide release. Includes a brown leather holster, three magazine pouch, and three extra magazines.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 90% plus original phosphate finish with handling marks and some dings. Grips are good with some spots of softening in the checkering and traces of original black varnish. The magazine release needs some slight adjustment, but is otherwise mechanically excellent. The holster and magazine pouch are fine with some flex wear on the flaps and age cracks. All three magazines are very fine.

WWII German Army Range Astra Model 900 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #516 (Sale Order 516 of 688)

Rare World War II German Army Serial Range Astra Model 900 Semi-Automatic Broomhandle Pistol with Shoulder Stock

This is an outstanding example of a Spanish Astra 900 semi-automatic pistol manufactured in 1940. These pistols are a close copy to the 1896 Mauser semi-automatic pistol, however, these models have a removable side plate that exposes the internal mechanism. The left side of the receiver is marked with the three-line Astra address/patent date. The serial number is stamped on the lower left edge of the frame and left side of the front strap. The right side of the frame and forward section of the barrel extension/barrel have the Spanish proof and acceptance marks. It has a standard fixed, ten-round box magazine, with the rear grip strap machined for the attaching iron. Fitted with a tangent rear sight graduated from 50-1000 meters, fixed inverted "V" style front sight, twelve grasping groove grips, large ring hammer and lanyard loop stud on the bottom of the butt. The grips are correctly numbered to the pistol with partial serial number "807". Includes a correct unnumbered shoulder stock. The pistol falls into a rare serial number range (32788-33774) of Astra 900 pistols delivered to the German Army in France in 1943 (see Jan Still's "Axis Pistols" on page 120). This rare grouping of pistols do not bear any German Army acceptance marks. The Wehrmacht procurement of the Astra 900 is solely identified by serial number.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retains 95% plus original blue and nitre blue finishes with some patches of light high spot/edge wear and some light handling marks. The grips are very fine with some light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. The refinished stock is fine with numerous light dings and scratches throughout and the attaching iron retaining about half of the finish.

Mauser Model 1896 Broomhandle with WWII Capture Certificate

Lot #517 (Sale Order 517 of 688)

Mauser Model 1896 Broomhandle Semi-Automatic Pistol with World War II Capture Certificate, Stock, Harness and Accessories

Blade front and 1000-meter tangent rear sights, with the three-line Mauser address on top of the chamber, two-line address on the right side of the frame, and matching external numbers. The hammer is the small ring model with "new safety" safety lever, and the grips are 34-groove. The shoulder stock is renumbered "686" on the mounting iron to match the pistol, and the leather harness is marked "GERMANY" on the strap. Included with the lot is a cleaning rod, one clip, three boxes of American-made ammunition, and an October 1945 European Theater capture certificate identifying this Mauser (no mention of accessories) by serial number to a Private Wilber L. Wallace.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing minor scratching on the barrel, scattered spotting, mild edge wear and light handling marks. The grips are very good, with mild dings, and the refinished stock shows mild scratches and dents. The attaching iron has been renumbered to match the pistol. The otherwise very good harness shows some light cracking and verdigris, but generally looks and feels supple. Mechanically excellent.

Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol with Gold Inscription

Lot #518 (Sale Order 518 of 688)

Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol with Gold Inscription and Holster

Manufactured in the 1930s with the early 90 degree safety, "crown/N" proofs, and a matching hand-numbered slide. The standard markings and external serial number are gold filled, with the inscription "Walter Herrmann/Uelzen/Han." on the right side. Uelzen is a small town in Hanover, formerly part of the Hanseatic League. Herrmann has not been positively identified, though there was a Nazi nuclear scientist by that name. Seeking both nuclear power generation and nuclear weapons, the Nazi program was hamstrung on multiple levels. Even before it began, many of Germany's brightest minds had fled from a regime that was either hostile against them in a generic fashion (the party being generally anti-intellectual and belligerent) or in the case of the Jewish contingent of the universities directly wished them ill. Then, when the program was underway, efforts were divided, competing for attention and resources, in contrast to the unification of Britain's early "Tube Alloys" work with the centralized American "Manhattan Project". In the aftermath of WWII, much of Herrmann's work wound up captured by the Americans, while the man himself wound up in Soviet hands. Like several other German scientists, he found himself in the custody/employ of the Experimental Design Bureau, a set of secret R&D establishments maintained as part of the Soviet gulag prison system, working with a mix of "recruited" Nazis and Soviet intellectuals who found themselves on the party's bad side. Later released to East Germany, he spent time in academia while also actively working in the field of steam power. Two magazines are included, one flat base and one with an extension colored to match the grips. The included holster is unmarked and the closure strap and belt loop are made from leather, and the body and magazine pouch are constructed from an unidentified material, possibly plastic. These sort of "ersatz" (substitute) holsters became increasingly common as World War II made resources like leather scarce.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, with 60% of the blue finish, showing areas of brown touch-up, bright edge wear and scattered handling marks. The grips are very good, bending slightly at the top edges, with a few light scratches and dings. The holster is very good, with a tear in the edge of the flap and some mild scuffs and stains overall. The follower in the extension base magazine has been altered to not engage the hold-open; otherwise, the pistol is mechanically excellent.

Engraved and Gold Finished Pre-World War II Walther PPK Pistol

Lot #519 (Sale Order 519 of 688)

Engraved and Gold Finished Pre-World War II Walther PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol with Extra Magazine and Case

Manufactured in the 1930s, the frame and matching numbered slide of this PPK have been subsequently gold finished and custom engraved on most of the surface, featuring classic Germanic oak leaf motifs and some scroll and checkerboard accents. The standard markings are preserved, with "crown/N" proofs on the muzzle and chamber. Fitted with a wraparound grip and two magazines, one with matching colored extension base, the other flat. Also included is a blue leatherette case with a French-cut interior for the pistol and extra magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as custom embellished, with 85% of the fine gold finish, showing bright wear on the edges and some light handling marks. About 90% of the blue finish is present on the smaller parts. The grips are fine, slightly shrunken and bending, with a few light dings and scratches. The case is fine, though the interior cuts are a bit roomy in the grip extension regions. Mechanically excellent.

Mauser Banner Model 1906/34 Swiss Contract Luger

Lot #520 (Sale Order 520 of 688)

Rare Mauser Banner Model 1906/34 Swiss Contract Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Magazine

This is an excellent example of a 06/34 "Mauser Banner" Swiss contract Luger pistol. These were manufactured by Mauser as a commercial contract for Switzerland. This example has the short style barrel extension with the 1906 frame with coil spring and grip safety, fast taper barrel, first pattern polished lower safety area and no stock lug. It is estimated that 500 were manufactured in the 3500v-4000v serial number range for both the Swiss Government, as well as other foreign countries. They can be found with and without a crest over the chamber area; this example was manufactured without the Swiss crest. It has the standard "Mauser Banner" on the front toggle, with the early style "Crown/U" commercial proofmark. The full serial number (3637/v) is located on the front of the frame with serial number (3637) on the left side of the barrel extension and underside of the barrel, with the last two digits of the serial number (37) stamped on the various other parts. This scarce Swiss contract Luger is complete with one matching magazine that has the all blue magazine body with an aluminum base marked "3637/v". This Luger is complete with an original front sight/muzzle cover. The front of the cover is marked "H. LUTHY/ARMES/NEUCHATEL".

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent with 99% of the original blue finish overall with edge and high spot wear. The smaller parts retain 95% of their original straw colors. The grips are in excellent condition with nice checkering on both sides minor handling marks. An excellent example of a scarce Swiss 1906/34 Swiss Commercial Luger pistol.

Persian Contract 1936 Mauser Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #521 (Sale Order 521 of 688)

Very Scarce Persian Contract 1936 Mauser Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Holster

Manufactured circa 1935-1936 on contract for the government of Persia in both "P.08" and "Artillery" configurations, only a limited number of these Persian Lugers have been seen on the American market. Fixed sights, with the Persian Lion on the chamber, "crown/crown/U" and "crown" proofs, and straw finished small parts. The original Farsi serial number (transliterated: 1784) is present on the receiver, barrel and frame, with the matching final 2 digits on multiple parts, minus the grips (unnumbered) and replacement magazine (mixed). The takedown lever is marked "74," and the hold open is unnumbered. Fitted with a pair of checkered grips and a blue finished alloy base magazine. Includes a unique brown leather holster with an oval farsi/arabic marked brand on the flap.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, with 60% of the original blue finish and 40% original straw, showing areas of brown and gray patina, bright edge wear and scattered spotting and handling marks. The grips are very good, with a chip absent near the safety lever, dings, scuffs and dark spots. The holster is very good, with stitching loss, cracking, and some damage to the hardware. Mechanically excellent.

German Model 1942 Stahlhelm in "SS Single Decal" Configuration

Lot #522 (Sale Order 522 of 688)

German Model 1942 Stahlhelm in "SS Single Decal" Configuration with Rare Tricolor Camouflage Finish Pictured in "SS Steel" and "SS Helmets"

This helmet is pictured on page 128 of "SS Steel" by Hicksand also page 144 of "SS Helmets" by Beaver. The former describes it as follows: "This camouflaged M-42 helmet bears the maker stamp "ckl" in the rear skirt, signifying the helmet was made at the 'ET' factory after late 1943. The finish is in the standard 'ET' dark green rough texture paint, over-sprayed in a base coat of medium green, with dark tan splashes. This color scheme closely resembles the spring camouflage pattern of SS smocks and helmet covers... The decal is the standard 'ET' factory issue runic shield." It features the integral vent grommets and unrolled edge of the 1942 pattern stahlhelm. The SS black-on-silver "Sig Runes" shield decal, is fitted to the right side. The helmet skirt is stamped "ckl164/2768" in the rear, with brown leather webbing stamped "54" and an unmarked brown and black leather chinstrap.

Class: Other

Good, with over 70% of the camouflage finish, showing a number of scratches, edge wear, and areas of exposed base steel. The webbing and chinstrap remain good, with some stains and cracks.

Walther Party Leader PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #523 (Sale Order 523 of 688)

Excellent Walther Party Leader PPK Semi-Automatic Pistol

Known officially as the "Honor Weapon of the Political Leaders," PPK pistols with these special grips were presented to NSDAP officials for meritorious party service. Fixed sights, the Walther banner, two -line address and patents, and "Mod.PPK" on the left side of the slide, pre-1940s commercial "crown/N" proofs on the slide, chamber and muzzle, and matching numbers on the steel frame and inside the slide. The brown plastic, one piece, wrap around grips are checkered and have the NSDAP eagle holding a wreath encircled swastika insignia cast on the top of the both sides, and the magazine is fitted with a flat steel floorplate. With extra magazine and Robert Simpson authentication letter and period manual in German.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, with 97% plus of the original blue finish, showing light handling marks and minor edge wear on the top right forward slide. 90% plus bright original nitre blue remains on the safety lever. A few tiny nicks and a vertical hairline crack are both visible on the otherwise fine grip, which has fine detail in the eagles. Mechanically excellent.

Berlin-Lubecker "duv 43" Code G41 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #524 (Sale Order 524 of 688)

Excellent World War II German Berlin-Lubecker "duv 43" Code G41 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in 1943 before the introduction of the G43 rifle, the G41 was one of the only production model semi-automatic rifles to use the "gas trap" system as opposed to the gas port used on the G43 which has become the de-facto standard for gas-operated weaponry from World War II up through the modern day. The barrel has the standard blade front and tangent rear sights, the model and manufacturer markings on the left side of the finely machined receiver, machined metal dust cover, and a machined bolt carrier with a solid cocking knob, and a left side mounted bolt catch. Fitted with a smooth laminated pistol grip stock, with a double "eagle/Waffenamt" proof on the right side, resin handguard and a cupped stamped steel buttplate. Matching numbers present on the gas system, bolt carrier, dust cover, magazine, trigger guard and buttstock.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% plus of the original blue finish, showing some rough spots on the magazine and front barrel band, dings on the dust cover, a few areas of gray patina and mild handling marks. The stock is also excellent, with crisp original markings, some scattered dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. One will look a long time to find a finer example!

Steyr "bnz45" Kriegsmodell 98k Rifle with War Trophy Plaque

Lot #525 (Sale Order 525 of 688)

Historic World War II 11th Armored War Trophy Presentation Plaque, Steyr "bnz45" Code 98K Bolt Action Rifle, "Kriegsmodell" Configuration, with Historic 11th Armored War Trophy Presentation Plaque

Introduced late in WWII, the "Kriegsmodell" (War Model) 98k was designed for easier and faster production, increasing the number of stamped components while eliminating some features. This particular 98 was produced in the "t" suffix range, placing it very late in the war. Fitted with a hooded blade front and tangent rear sight, with "Mod.98/bnz45" on the receiver ring. Matching numbers are present on the bolt. Smooth pistol grip stock with a laminated hand guard and a cupped steel buttplate. The proof stamps on the right side of the stock are partially covered by a brass plaque, which is engraved "CAPTURED BY/11th ARMORED/AT/LINZ, AUSTRIA/1945/FROM JOHNNY TO AL". Having arrived at Normandy in December of 1944, the 11th Armored Division fought it's way through Belgium, through Germany, and into Austria, liberating the Mauthausen Concentration Camp 4 days prior to the formal end of the war in Europe. To get to Mauthausen, as well as connect with the Soviet Army, the 11th needed to fight their way past Linz; while not specifically noted, this rifle was likely taken as a trophy during the advance. Neither Johnny nor Al have been positively identified.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 90% plus original phosphate finish, showing some areas of brown or lighter gray patina, mild spotting and light handling marks. The blued bolt components retain 85% of the original finish, showing bright wear and mild handling marks. The stock is very fine, with some dents and scuffs. Mechanically excellent.

World War II Japanese Nagoya Type 2 Paratrooper Rifle

Lot #526 (Sale Order 526 of 688)

Outstanding World War II Japanese Nagoya Type 2 Paratrooper Bolt Action Rifle

A takedown variant of the Type 99 Arisaka, designed to be carried disassembled by paratroopers when jumping and then put together on the ground. Features blade front and folding rear sights with anti-aircraft wings, matching number dust cover, complete mum on the receiver, "501" assembly numbered stock irons, takedown wedge, and barrel, smooth pistol grip stock with cupped buttplate, and the matching partial serial number on the bayonet lug and bolt components. Includes a canvas sling with black finished hardware and reproduction plastic muzzle cover.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent plus, as issued, retains 98% plus of the original blue finish with some scattered light handling marks and light edge wear. The wood is also excellent with a few scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

World War II Japanese Toyo Kogyo Type 99 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #527 (Sale Order 527 of 688)

Exceptional World War II Japanese Toyo Kogyo Type 99 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufactured by Toyo Kogyo, the left side of the receiver is marked with the "Series 33" marking, serial number, and Toyo Kogyo markings. The top of the receiver has a complete chrysanthemum and the Type 99 markings. The partial serial number "964" is marked on the bolt handle. Fitted with blade and folding ladder sights (absent anti-aircraft wings) and a dust cover numbered "634" on the bolt. Mounted with a finger grooved and pistol grip stock with a smooth buttplate. Includes a canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent plus, as issued, retains 98% plus of the original blue finish with some very slight muzzle edge wear and a few scattered very light handling marks. The wood is also excellent with a few scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Japanese Koishikawa Type 35 1902/45 "Last Ditch" Rifle

Lot #528 (Sale Order 528 of 688)

Unique Japanese Koishikawa Type 35 1902/45 "Last Ditch" Bolt Action Rifle

An improvement on the Type 30 Arisaka, the Type 35 was developed for issue to the Special Naval Landing Forces of the Imperial Japanese Navy and was the first Arisaka variant to integrate a dust cover. First completed in 1902, the Type 35 started being phased out for the Type 38 sometime around 1905. Blade front and 1,700 yard folding ladder rear sights, with a solid chrysanthemum and Type nomenclature on the receiver ring, and the Koishikawa Arsenal stamp on the left rear. When these rifles were phased out, the rifles and incomplete parts were mostly placed in storage until the end of World War II, when the Japanese were desperately short of weapons and trying to arm anyone they could. During this period increasingly crude weapons of all types were assembled in preparation for the perceived threat of invasion of mainland Japan. Though the receiver and bolt are of the Type 35 pattern, there is no provision for the dust cover which was normally seen and it is not marked with a serial number, making it likely that this receiver had remained unfinished in navy storage until 1944-1945 when it assembled into a rifle in a last ditch effort to turn the tide of the war. The stock is smooth multi-piece construction with sling swivels and a flat buttplate. Includes a National Denki bayonet (does not lock in place), canvas sling, and muzzle cover.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, retains 80% plus of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth brown patina and some rough cast "pits" on the rear sight base. The wood is fine with a spliced/filled crack on the left of the butt and some light dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.

World War II Japanese Toyo Kogyo Type 99 Arisaka Long Rifle

Lot #529 (Sale Order 529 of 688)

Exceptional and Very Scarce World War II Japanese Toyo Kogyo Type 99 Arisaka Bolt Action Long Rifle

Manufactured in 1940-1941 by Toyo Kogyo, this is one of only approximately 30,000 Type 99 long rifles manufactured there. The left side of the receiver is marked with the "Series 35" marking, serial number, and Toyo Kogyo markings. The top of the receiver has a complete chrysanthemum and the Type 99 markings. The replacement bolt handle is numbered "692". Fitted with blade front and folding ladder rear sights with anti-aircraft wings, monopod, and a dust cover on the bolt. Mounted with a finger grooved and pistol grip stock with a smooth buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retains 97% plus of the original blue finish with some very light muzzle edge wear and a few scattered light handling marks. The wood is also excellent with a minor chip in the toe and some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Japanese Model 1902 'Grandpa' Nambu Pistol with Stock

Lot #530 (Sale Order 530 of 688)

Rare Documented Japanese Model 1902 'Grandpa' Nambu Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Combination Holster/Shoulder Stock

This is an exceptionally rare pre-war 1902 model Large Nambu pistol commonly called a 'Grandpa' Nambu. This specific pistol is listed by serial number in the book "The Hand Cannons Of Imperial Japan and has a large size combination wooden holster/shoulder stock that is also numbered (overstamped number) to the pistol. Writer believes this to be an arsenal alteration for the Thailand contract (see page 53 of "Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945" by Derby & Brown.) The lower front edge of the grip frame is also marked with a small Thai symbol which may account for why it still has the matching stock. This series of pistols were the first real Japanese production semi-automatic pistols that were refined overtime into the prolific Type 14 Nambu series. Approximately 2,350 total were produced before production changed to the later 'Papa' Nambu series. This pistol was produced at the Tokyo Arsenal and is so marked with the Kanji characters on the right side of the frame over the serial number and the four intertwined cannon balls on top of the chamber area. These pistols are equipped with adjustable tangent rear sight on top calibrated from 100-500 meters and a fixed inverted "v" front sight and the grip safety on the front of the grip strap. The grips are the original checkered hardwood versions, and it is complete with a correct (and matching) nickel plated Grandpa magazine that has the large wooden base with the checkered edges that is numbered "2108" on the back of the spine. The stock is the correct version that has the hollowed out section to house the pistol with the numbered telescoping front section.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 85% plus of the arsenal refinished blue finish, showing just some minor rub marks on the under side of the barrel, along the side of the recoil spring housing from going in and out of the stock, as well as the edges and high spots with some slight thinning on the front grip strap. The grips are fine, showing a nice matching dark brown color with minor handling marks and scratches on the sides from use. The stock shows much of the varnish on the wooden part with all the metal surfaces having been arsenal refurbished with the matching pistol serial number on the top edge. The stock itself shows several age cracks in some areas, a couple have been pinned to keep them from propagating, but none of them detract from the scarcity of this pistol. Mechanically fine. A very fine representative example of a pistol worthy of any World War II or Japanese Military collection.

Imperial Japanese "North China" Type 19 Pistol

Lot #531 (Sale Order 531 of 688)

Very Rare Imperial Japanese "North China" Type 19 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Produced in very limited quantities at the tail end of the war, the "North China Type 19" was an attempt to make a streamlined substitute for the Type 14 Nambu pistol for Japan's occupation forces in China. There were a number of factors underpinning this decision; the occupation was in constant need of fresh weapons to deal with the Nationalist and Communist Chinese forces, resources from the Home Islands were tight due to the pressure applied by the Allied "island hopping" campaign, and any shipment of supplies was in danger from air or submarine attack. Chinese industry was used to arm auxiliary units, and using it to arm main-line troops was a logical next step. Believed to have been made in or around either Beijing or Shanghai, the Type 19 closely follows the basic mechanism and general shape/ergonomics of the Type 14, though with a number of changes. The safety has been relocated and redesigned, being a simple thumb lever towards the rear; in addition to being easier to make, this safety is easier to operate with the shooting hand, a complaint expressed in some quarters against the Type 14. The trigger guard is a solid, integral frame component, and does not need to be manipulated to disassemble the pistol, with a spring-retained lever on the front right serving to secure the upper assembly to the frame. The barrel and bolt assembly are very close to the Type 14, as is the magazine, though there is no provision for a magazine well safety or a retention spring. Blade and notch sights, with the one-line Japanese nomenclature on the left side over a concentric circle stamp and the number "22", with a different number "21" appearing on multiple components, including the bolt, locking block, frame interior and magazine. The grips are ribbed hardwood. Quantities of this pistol on the American market are extremely limited; as they were made in China for use in China, few made it elsewhere in the Pacific Theater where a trophy-hunting GI would have the chance to claim one from a downed enemy or a cache of surrendered arms, versus the wave of Type 14s, 94s, 99s and swords that came home when demobilization began. Per Harry Derby in "The Hand Cannons of Imperial Japan" (page 202), "possibly 50" of these handguns were manufactured and this example is one of only 4 known (5 reported).

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, with 80% of the original blue finish, showing patches of rust on the rear of the frame and in scattered spots elsewhere, bright edge wear, and scattered handling marks. The otherwise fine grips show some light dents and scuffs, along with a few small chips in the edges and serrations. Mechanically fine.

Japanese Tokyo Arsenal Baby Nambu Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #532 (Sale Order 532 of 688)

Exceptional and Scarce Japanese Tokyo Arsenal Baby Nambu Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Magazine and Original Ammunition

This is an excellent example of an early pre-WWI Japanese Baby Nambu pistol. They were authorized for private purchase as a semi-official Japanese officer's pistol for both the Japanese Army and Naval forces. It has the intertwined cannon balls logo on top of the chamber area indicating manufacture at the Tokyo Arsenal with the right side of the upper slide area having 3 Japanese Kanji markings for the Nambu nomenclature under the Army contract. Below that is the serial number "845". It has the high polish blue metal finish and straw colored small parts. It has checkered mahogany grips and comes with one matching nickel-plated magazine numbered "845." on the spine and one spare non-matching magazine numbered "1633" on the spine. Also included are 34 rounds of original Japanese Baby Nambu 7 mm ammunition.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent with 98% plus of the original blue finish overall, only minor edge and high spot wear, and a very, very minor corrosion spot on the very front edge of the recoil spring housing. The small parts retain 50% plus of their straw colors overall. With most of the finish loss on the face of the trigger. The grip panels are in excellent condition with nice distinct sharp checking overall. It has all matching numbers except the firing pin which is unnumbered but correct. The spare magazine is also in excellent condition and so is the scarce ammunition.

Steyr Model 1893 Gas Trap Double Action Revolver

Lot #533 (Sale Order 533 of 688)

Rare and Outstanding Steyr Model 1893 Gas Trap Double Action Revolver Serial Number 116

Developed for possible sale to the Austrian Army, the 1893 Gas Trap Revolver never left the prototype stages, with less than 100 believed manufactured in total. A novel design, the 1893 uses a spring-loaded movable cylinder that is automatically pressed forward during the firing cycle to enclose and engage the breech of the barrel and seal the cylinder to the breech. The gas gap between the cylinder and barrel is an issue endemic to revolving weapons, and most designers were willing to treat it as a necessary evil; the most famous design to confront the problem head-on was the Russian/Soviet Nagant Model 1895, which used a mobile cylinder arrangement similar to this Steyr. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the serial number on the left side of the barrel and the frame, with "WAFFENFABRIK/STEYR" on the left side plate. The serial number is repeated in full on multiple components, including the backs of the grip panels. A fine golden straw finish is present on a number of components, including the hammer and cylinder assembly, with a niter blue lanyard ring on the butt and checkered hardwood grips. A pair of "eagle/N" German commercial proofs are present, one on the underside of the barrel and the other on the face of the cylinder; this would suggest that the revolver made it's way to Germany and was proof fired sometime c.1940-1945.

Class: Antique

Excellent, with 98% of the original blue finish, showing a few scratches on the sideplate, mild edge wear and light handling marks overall. The original straw colors are 95% intact, strong and bright throughout, with some turn marks on the cylinder. The grips are very good, with a few dark spots and dings. Mechanically excellent. An exceptionally rare European martial revolver in outstanding condition.

Webley-Fosbery Model 1901/3 Automatic Target Revolver with Case

Lot #534 (Sale Order 534 of 688)

Scarce Webley-Fosbery Model 1901/3 Automatic Target Revolver with Case

Manufactured in limited quantity (approximately 4,000 total, all variations), the Webley-Fosbery was meant as a counter-point to the early semi-automatic pistols then emerging on the market, providing the large-bore firepower and relative mechanical simplicity of a revolver with the smooth single-action operation of an automatic. While mechanically novel, the tide of history was on the side of the semi-autos, with Browning's designs in particular able to scratch the firepower itch. This particular Webley-Fosbery is a scarce target model, with a long 7 1/2 inch barrel, Patridge blade front sight and drift adjustable raised notch rear sight. Matching numbers on the barrel and frame, and "WEBLEY-FOSBERY" on the left side of the top strap. The left frame side plate bears the "flying bullet" trademark ahead of "455 CORDITE", with "SAFE" in raised letters on the left grip panel. Fitted with a lanyard ring. Included with the revolver is a blue felt lined hardwood case with a brass cleaning rod and a Webley-Fosbery label in the lid, as well as a set of documents including a 2009 dated import form.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as professionally restored, with 95% plus blue finish, showing mild handling marks and spotting. The revarnished grips are very good, with some flat spots on the checkering and minor dings. The case shows some scuffs, stains and dents. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Clive Cussler Collection

British Enfield No. 4 Mk I (T) Sniper Rifle with Scope and Case

Lot #535 (Sale Order 535 of 688)

Exceptional World War II British Enfield No. 4 Mk I (T) Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with No. 32 Mk III Scope, Transit Case and Accessories

Manufactured in 1944, the Number 4 Mark 1 (T) Sniper was the signature sniper weapon of Great Britain up to the 1960s, serving well in both World War II and Korea. Blade front and folding ladder rear sights, with the fixed "battle sight" properly removed from the latter to accommodate the scope. A set of British commercial "tonnage" proofs are present on the barrel, with the receiver ring marked "GP" and "ENGLAND", "No.4 Mk.I" on the left side, and "M47C/1944/G30561/TR" on the left side of the socket. The matching serial number is present on the bolt handle and the forearm, with the buttstock unnumbered on the wrist and marked "S.L", "broad arrow" and "S51" on the underside. A raised cheekpiece is properly screwed to the comb, with an alloy buttplate. The scope is installed in a ring set with "U36432" on the left, and "447" and "446" on the front and rear ring halves. The scope body bears the Number 32 Mk 3 nomenclature over "O.S. 2039 A. CTS No20113". Included with the rifle is a green painted hardwood transit case, white stenciled "No. 15 Mk I" (sans serial number), and a green finished steel scope case which has been renumbered to match the scope.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% of the original blue finish, showing mild edge wear and light handling marks. The stock is very fine, with streaks of thin varnish around the receiver on both the forearm and buttstock, along with scattered light dings and scratches. The transit case is fine, with mild scuffs and dings and absent straps, and the scope case is very good with mild wear. The scope body retains about 90% of the combination blue/black finish, showing areas of verdigris buildup, the reticle is solid and the optics are clear. Mechanically excellent.

Enfield Mark III* Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with Letter

Lot #536 (Sale Order 536 of 688)

Enfield Mark III* Bolt Action Sniper Rifle with Scope and Documentation

Included with this rifle is an inspection report from Ian Skennerton, noted author on Enfield rifles. In the report, he expresses the opinion that this is "a nice original example of a British service Great War sniper rifle". While dedicated marksmen had been employed in military roles prior, the trenches of the Western Front were in many ways the birthplace of the modern military sniper, with both sides experimenting with small teams, specialist equipment, and techniques for stealthy advance and positioning. British experiments would include the use of high powered double barrel dangerous game rifles to punch through armored cover, as well as converted service rifles like this one; the latter would become the de-facto standard, and by World War II both the Axis and Allies would field rifles in this same pattern. Blade front and windage adjustable tangent rear sights, with the 1915 date and Enfield markings on the socket. A scope base, numbered to match the receiver, is installed with 5 screws on the frame, with the matching number repeated twice on the ring set. The scope is marked "PERISCOPIC PRISM/COMPANY Ltd./LONDON"; Periscopic Prism Company (PPC) is deeply associated with this model, performing the scope installation for Britain much the same way that Griffin & Howe outfitted the M1C for Springfield Armory. Fitted with a smooth stock, with a leather sling and a brass buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very good as arsenal refurbished/repaired, with 50% of the blue finish, with areas of brown patina and mild handling marks. Some components, like the rear sight staff, have been renumbered to match the receiver. The stock is good, with a spliced-in repair on the left side along with a number of scuffs, dents and scratches. The scope shows mild wear and finish loss on the exterior, with the optics in good order and the reticle strong. Mechanically fine.

Fabrique Nationale Venezuelan Contract Model 1949 Rifle

Lot #537 (Sale Order 537 of 688)

Excellent Fabrique Nationale Venezuelan Contract Model 1949 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Blade front and tangent rear sights, with the Venezuelan coat of arms on the chamber and matching numbers on the receiver, dust cover, bolt carrier and bolt. Fitted with a smooth pistol grip stock and a brown leather sling. Also included with the lot is a knife bayonet, sheath and frog.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 97% plus original black finish, with mild wear concentrated on the muzzle device and bayonet lug, and some bright edge wear. The stock is very fine, with some dark spots around the buttplate, contrasting color on the upper handguard, and light scratches and dings overall. The bayonet is fine , with spotting and dings, and the frog shows wear and cracking. Mechanically excellent.

Early Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1912 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #538 (Sale Order 538 of 688)

Exceptionally Rare, Documented, Early Production, Single Digit Serial Number 3 Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1912 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1912 was a copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. This Model 1912 features a slide dated "1917" as well as "(1926)" on the right side. The included correspondence with author Karl Egil Hanevik explains this pistol was originally sent, in 1917, to Raufoss to be an ammunition test pistol. It was then sent back to Kongsberg for repairs. These repairs included replacement of nearly the entire slide assembly. The left side of the slide is marked with the caliber, model, and single digit serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg Crest. Inspection mark below the dates and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on slide, frame, trigger, hammer, safety, slide stop, mainspring housing, grip safety, ejector, magazine catch, firing pin stop, barrel, barrel bushing, and recoil spring guide. Includes a factory letter and plaque giving the gun's history, as well as the aforementioned correspondence. This pistol is photographed and documented on page 74 of "Kongsberg Colten by Karl Egil Hanevik.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine as arsenal rebuilt, retaining 95% plus phosphate finish with handling marks, some scattered light pitting on the slide, and. Grips are very good with some worn spots in the checkering.

Armorer School Marked Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #539 (Sale Order 539 of 688)

Rare Documented "SVA" Armory Technical School Marked Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian Army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 features a correct undated slide. The left side of the slide is marked with the later model 1914 caliber, model, and two digit serial number marking with "SVA" above. This pistol was manufactured by Skole Og Verkstedavdelingen Army Ordinance Technical School as a training exercise for their armorers in the 1950s using parts left over in the factory inventory from the 1940s. It is one of fifty produced by SVA. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, barrel, slide stop, mainspring housing, and grip safety. Includes informational plaque, photograph of the Kongsberg factory, and a letter from Kjell Jonassen about using the photo in books. This pistol is listed by serial number in "Kongsberg-Colten" by Karl Egil Hanevik on page 148.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with handling marks, and minor dings and scratches. Grips are very good with spots of softened checkering and reapplied black varnish. Mechanically excellent.

Pietro Beretta Yemeni Contract M1 Garand

Lot #540 (Sale Order 540 of 688)

Very Scarce Presentation Grade Pietro Beretta Yemeni Contract M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Originally equipped with large quantities of American-supplied M1 Garand Rifles, in the 1950s the Italian Government sought a local source for both new rifles and spare parts. Equipped with machinery left over from Winchester's U.S. contract run, Beretta took on this task with aplomb, with an output every bit as good as you'd expect from one of Europe's oldest arms makers. While mainly occupied with keeping Italy armed, and later shifting to the upgraded "BM-59" pattern battle rifle, Beretta is known to have filled a limited number of M1 Garand export contracts, including one for Yemen. Only a small quantity of these rifles made it to Yemen (then the Mutawakkilite Kingdom of Yemen, or North Yemen), estimated at less than 2000. Few have made their way to the States, with most examples believed to have been captured by Egyptian forces during the North Yemen Civil War and later released to American import firms. Blade and peep sights, with a "NI- C" marked elevation drum. The left side of the receiver has the serial number and "PIETRO BERETTA/MADE IN ITALY", and a pair of Yemeni crests are present on top of the receiver heel. Both the bolt and barrel are unmarked, with a bright high polish blue finish, with an "SA" trigger housing, hammer, and relief cut operating rod, and an "IHC" safety. Smooth fancy walnut pistol grip stock, with a green canvas sling and a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Exceptionally fine. The barrel and bolt show 95% plus bright high polish finish, with minor handling marks, and the parkerized components are in equally fine condition. The stock is very fine, with mild scratches and dents overall. Mechanically excellent.

Beretta/Golden State Arms M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #541 (Sale Order 541 of 688)

Unique Early Production Beretta/Golden State Arms M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

One of the first M1 Garand rifles to be made expressly for the commercial market, these rifles were manufactured by Beretta for the Santa Fe Division of Golden State Arms. While later Golden State would start making its own copies of the M1 and Beretta's BM-59 rifle, to mixed results, these first ones were made to the highest standards using original military contract tooling and materials; exactly what one would expect from one of Italy's oldest arms makers. Blade front and peep rear sights with "PB" windage and "NI- C" elevation drums, "S-A 1-52" barrel, "SA" bolt, trigger housing, hammer, safety, and relief cut operating rod. The stock is unmarked, with glass bedding at the receiver and trigger housing and a green canvas sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% plus original parkerized finish, showing bright wear on the high edges and bearing surfaces, along with some light handling marks. The stock is fine, with some light dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.

Danish Navy Contract Breda M1/1950 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #542 (Sale Order 542 of 688)

Exceptional Danish Navy Contract Breda M1/1950 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in Italy on contract for Denmark, with the "anchor/10450" engraving on the sight cover indicating Navy issue. Blade front and peep rear sights, with "BREDA/MECCANICA ROMANA/ITALIA" on the left side of the receiver and "crown/FKF" and the serial number on top of the heel. A Danish VAR-marked "6-61" barrel is installed, with a mix of Breda and Beretta components. The smooth stock is marked "2479" on the com, with a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, with 95% of the arsenal quality parkerized finish, showing some light edge wear and handling marks overall. The stock is very fine, with scattered light dings and compression dents overall. Mechanically excellent.

Danish Contract Beretta M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #543 (Sale Order 543 of 688)

Danish Contract Beretta M1 Garand Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in Italy for Denmark. Blade front and adjustable peep sights with "PB" windage drum, the receiver heel marked "crown/FKF" over the serial number. The barrel is "B.Sid" and "1954" marked, with a Breda bolt numbered "9688" and recoil spring guide, Beretta trigger housing, hammer, safety, and an unmarked relief cut operating rod. The stock is numbered to match on the left side, with a checkered steel buttplate.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine, with 85% of the original parkerized finish, showing bright wear on the high points and bearing surfaces, along with some scattered light handling marks. Some parts show a coating of storage grease. The stock is fine, with a number of scattered dents and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent.

Gold Damascene Embellished Toledo-Made Presentation Sword

Lot #544 (Sale Order 544 of 688)

Elaborate Gold Damascene Embellished Toledo-Made Presentation Sword, Inscribed to a Buenos Aires Police Chief, with Inscribed Presentation Case

Measuring 38 1/4 inches overall, this fine sword is fitted with a 33 inch single edged single fuller blade, decorated on each side of the ricasso and in a set of 16 1/4 inch panels with gold highlighted and niter blue filled etching, with scroll and floral designs. The right panel is marked "SEAN ETERNOS LOS LAURELES" (may the laurels be eternal, referencing a line from the Argentine National Anthem) and the left "POR MI PATRIA" (for my country), as well as "FABRICA/DE/TOLEDO" on the left ricasso and "DANIEL DOBAL/AL CORONEL/JUAN J. GRANEROS" on the right. The hilt is gilt finished, with busts of Liberty and Victory on the languets, raised oak leaves around Medusa's head on the stirrup guard, a sculpted and engraved Argentine Coat of Arms on the dove head pommel, and a ribbed one piece hard rubber grips. The scabbard is constructed from blued steel, with one suspension ring. Included with the sword is a brown leather case marked "CORONEL/JUAN J. GRANEROS/FEBRERO(February) 1929", with a white velvet lined French-cut interior with spaces for the scabbard and sword. Daniel Dobal has not been positively identified; records show a Daniel Dobal as receiving a patent for an automatic welding machine c.1930. Coronel (Colonel) Juan Graneros is recorded as a director of the Police of the Federal Capital in Buenos Aires circa 1928-1930. Graneros was part of a conspiracy within the cabinet of then-President Irigoyen, which considered the President mentally unfit for the job. This conspiracy, while not actively participating in the coup d'état of General Uriburu in 1930, played a critical role by downplaying and suppressing evidence of the impending rebellion, as well as obstructing attempts of loyal cabinet members to detain the members of Uriburu's conspiracy.

Class: Other

Exceptionally fine overall. The excellent blade is bright overall, with mild spotting, strong finish and detail in the etching, bright gold and strong fiery blue. The hilt shows some minor wear concentrated on the edges, with some dings on the grips. Minor spotting and dings are visible on the scabbard. The case is fine, with minor stains and scattered tears.

Gold Damascene Gabilondo y Urresti War Model Danton Pistol

Lot #545 (Sale Order 545 of 688)

Excellent Exhibition/Presentation Quality Gabilondo y Urresti War Model Danton Patent Semi-Automatic Pistol with Attractive Gold Damascene Decoration

Manufactured in Spain, the War Model Danton is an upscaled variant of the "Ruby" pistol of World War One fame. This particular example has been finely decorated with a damascene gold overlay, mainly in the form of broad dotted borders and multicolored floral designs. In a nod to practicality, the grip straps, controls, and sight channel are left in the original blue. Fixed sights, with "AUTOMATIC PISTOL WAR MODEL CAL 7.65 (.32)/DANTON" PATENT 70724 -TESTED-" on the left side of the slide and "MADE/IN/SPAIN" on the heel of the grip frame. The grip panels are marked "DANTON" in banners at the tops with an intertwined "CG" at the bottom. A magazine well safety device is installed.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, with 90% plus original blue and 98% gold damascene finish, showing some mild handling marks and a small amount of spotting on the grip straps. The overlay and decoration is very well executed. The grips are very fine, with some handling marks and a bit of bottom grip outward warpage. Mechanically excellent.

Spanish "Ruby" Marked 45 ACP Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #546 (Sale Order 546 of 688)

Very Scarce Spanish "Ruby" Marked 45 ACP Semi-Automatic Pistol

Developed by Gabilondo y Urresti (later known by the "Llama" brand name) in 1924, the "Ruby" was named after the Spanish-made French sidearm from World War I, but bears more resemblance to the Colt Government Model in size and function. The Ruby is not a straight copy, instead including features like a captive recoil spring and a linkage-free barrel lug assembly. Blade front and flat top notch rear sights, with "Patent "RUBY' CAL 45" on the left side of the slide, straw finished hammer and trigger, smooth grips and a bottom-mounted magazine catch. The frame is numbered "642", with "175" on the barrel and slide. The included magazine is full blued and unmarked, with a notch in the body for a 1911 pattern magazine catch.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, with 95% of the period refinished blue finish, showing a number of light dings and handling marks overall. The left grip panel is missing a screw, otherwise the non-factory replacement grips are very good with light handling marks. The hammer and trigger retain 80% of the bright straw colors, with mild wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Mauser 1896 Cone Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol with Stock

Lot #547 (Sale Order 547 of 688)

Fine Mauser 1896 Cone Hammer Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Numbered Stock

Manufactured in 1897, this is an excellent, early production, Mauser Model 1896 "cone hammer" pistol. This beautiful pistol has the early long extractor, milled panel frame with the raised rear panel on the left side, the dovetailed firing pin retainer, and early wide trigger. The right side of the barrel extension has the Mauser antler firing proof, and the left side has the "crown/crown/U" proof. The chamber is marked "WAFFENFABRIK/MAUSER/OBERNDORF A/N". It has the military style adjustable rear sight graduated from "1" to "10", with the fixed front sight. It has the standard 23-groove walnut grips, both correctly numbered on the back sides, and a lanyard ring and stud on the butt. The included hardwood shoulder stock is numbered to match the pistol on the hinge assembly.

Class: Antique

Fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina and mild edge wear and handling marks overall. Some light pitting is present around the grip frame, with pitting under the grips. The stock is also fine, with 60% original blue on the correct matching numbered hinge, mixed patina on the balance of components, and scattered mild dings on the wood. Mechanically excellent.

Mexican Fabrica Nacional De Armas Obregon Pistol

Lot #548 (Sale Order 548 of 688)

Very Scarce Mexican Fabrica Nacional De Armas Obregon Semi-Automatic Pistol

Manufactured in Mexico in the early 1930s, the Obregon Pistol was intended to be a home-grown alternative to the Colt Government Model for the Mexican Army. In use for a limited time before being sold as surplus, surviving examples are rare. Though similar in overall profile to the Government Model, the guts of the Obregon are a whole different beast, integrating a rotary barrel locking mechanism, combination safety switch/slide catch, and integrating a magazine well safety. Fixed sights, "Sistema OBREGON/Calibre 11,43" on the left side of the slide, knurled wide spur hammer, serrated trigger, arched serrated mainspring housing, unmarked full blue magazine and checkered grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very good, with 30% of the original blue finish, with a mixed brown and gray patina on the remainder, edge wear, and scattered mild pitting. The grips are fair, with a vertical split in the left panel, dents and scuffs. The magazine well safety has been removed, mechanically needs adjustment.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

Argentinian Hafdasa Ballester-Molina 22 Caliber Pistol

Lot #549 (Sale Order 549 of 688)

Scarce Argentinian Hafdasa Ballester-Molina 22 Caliber Semi-Automatic Pistol

Produced in Argentina, the Ballester-Molina was intended to be the home-grown successor to the Model 1927 a licensed copy of the Colt Government Model Pistol. This particular example was factory-made as a 22 caliber training pistol, taking many cues from Colt's Service Model Ace pistol, particularly the use of a weighted and tapered magazine along with a floating chamber to emulate the feel and handling of the full-sized model to the utmost. Blade and notch sights, with the three-line address, patent and caliber markings on the left side of the slide, matching numbers on the chamber and the left rear side of the frame, ribbed grips and a full blue magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, with 95% of the original blue finish, showing bright edge wear on the bottom forward slide, minor spotting, and a small amount of handling/takedown marks. A few dings are present on the right side of the slide, ahead of the ejector port. The grips are very good, with some bending of the screw slots, light dents and minor chips. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Gus Cargile Collection

WWII FN High Power Pistol Rig

Lot #550 (Sale Order 550 of 688)

German Occupation World War II Production Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Automatic Pistol Rig with Holster

Blade front and notch rear sights, with matching numbers on the barrel, slide, and frame, a set of "eagle/swastika" and "eagle/WaA140" Waffenamt proofs, a smooth back strap and a pair of checkered grips. The number "2734682" has been added to the underside of the frame ahead of the trigger guard; the purpose is unknown, but may be an inventory code or a personal identification number. Includes an extra magazine and a brown leather "grz/1941" marked holster. One of the included magazines is "WaA613" proofed.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing a dark brown patina on the grip straps, bright edge wear, and scattered spotting. Some takedown lines are present on the slide, as well as some contact between the serrations and safety. The grips are very good, with some chipping around the screws and minor dents. The holster is fair, with cracking and lost stitching. Mechanically excellent.

Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #551 (Sale Order 551 of 688)

Early Three Digit Serial Number "393" Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 is a pattern gun featuring a slide dated "1918" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the early model 1914 caliber, model, and serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg Crest. Inspection mark under the date. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, hammer, ejector, firing pin stop, magazine catch, barrel bushing, and slide release. Barrel linkage marked "SP" on the left and "J3S" on the right.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very good, retaining 40% partially refinished blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance. The replacement grips are very good with a few minor dings. Mechanically excellent.

1945 Dated Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #552 (Sale Order 552 of 688)

Documented World War II "1945" Dated German Occupation Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 features a slide dated "1945" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the later model 1914 caliber, model, and serial number marking with the Kongsberg Crest and no German occupation era markings. Inspection mark under the date and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, barrel, and slide release. This pistol is mentioned by serial number on page 131 of "Kongsberg-Colten" by Karl Egil Hanevik.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 90% original phosphate finish with handling marks and some dings throughout. The grips are fine with small spots of softened checkering and traces of original black varnish in protected areas. The slide lock/slide release needs adjustment as it does not engage with an empty magazine, otherwise mechanically excellent.

Pre-World War II Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #553 (Sale Order 553 of 688)

Pre-World War II Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. This Model 1914 features a slide dated "1929" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the caliber, model, and serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg Crest. Inspection mark below the date and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on slide, frame, trigger, hammer, safety, slide stop, mainspring housing, grip safety, ejector, and magazine catch. Barrel numbered ".758".

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 95% plus original phosphate finish with handling marks, a few dings, and high edge wear. The revarnished grips are very good with a few spots of softened checkering and a few dings. The slide lock/ does not reliably activate, otherwise mechanically excellent.

Pre-World War II Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #554 (Sale Order 554 of 688)

Pre-World War II Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

cons notes: British proof, Birmingham The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a slightly modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. This Model 1914 features a slide dated "1928" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the caliber, model, and serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg Crest. Inspection mark below the date and behind the rear sight. British Birmingham proofs on the barrel, slide, and frame. Matching serial numbers found on slide, frame, trigger, hammer, safety, slide stop, mainspring housing, grip safety, ejector, magazine catch, and barrel.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 85% original phosphate finish with handling marks and dings. Grips are very good with scattered dings and scratches, and softened checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

Lot #555 (Sale Order 555 of 688)

Pre-World War II Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 Semi-Automatic Pistol

The Norwegian Kongsberg Model 1914 was a modified copy of the U.S. Model 1911 pistol used by the Norwegian army. These pistols are nearly identical to the Colt Model 1911. This Model 1914 is a pattern gun featuring a slide dated "1927" on the right side. The left side of the slide is marked with the early model 1914 caliber, model, and serial number marking with the monogram of King Haakon and the Kongsberg Crest. Inspection mark under the date and behind the rear sight. Matching serial numbers found on frame, slide, trigger, safety, mainspring housing, grip safety, hammer, ejector, magazine catch, safety, recoil spring guide, recoil spring plug, barrel bushing, and slide release. Barrel is a replacement marked "Colt 45 Auto".

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 85% original phosphate finish with handling marks, and a patch of light pitting on the slide. The replacement grips are good with some softened spots in the checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #556 (Sale Order 556 of 688)

Factory Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Non-Fluted Cylinder and Case

The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 7 1/2 inch barrel chambered in .45 Long Colt with an unfluted cylinder, blue and color case hardened finish, type of stocks not listed, and class "D" engraving when shipped to John A. Biewer Co., Inc. in Marysville, Michigan on August 25, 1978. The letter also states that the records do not state who did the engraving or what kind of stocks were on the revolver when shipped. Currently, the revolver is fitted with an ox head carved one piece grip marked "Gunart/Lakewood, N.J." Includes a Colt Custom Shop case.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with minimal storage and handling marks and typical high spot wear on the lining.

John Adams Jr. Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army

Lot #557 (Sale Order 557 of 688)

John Adams Jr. Master Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Black Powder Frame Single Action Army Revolver with Box and Authentication Letter

Manufactured in 1996. The included Adams & Adams engravers letter lists this revolver as having a 4 3/4 inch barrel in .45 Long Colt with a black powder frame, blue finish and case colors done by Turnbull, "C" coverage American scroll engraving with a large and small 24 karat gold band at the rear of the cylinder, two small bands on the barrel, and Dan Chesiak grips. The letter is dated August 1998. Adams's signature can be found on the barrel under the cylinder pin. Includes original shipping box and Colt blue box.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall as embellished by Master Engraver John Adams Jr., retaining 99% Turnbull blue and case colors with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Blue box is excellent showing typical wear to insert.

Engraved and Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army

Lot #558 (Sale Order 558 of 688)

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1994. The box end label states this revolver left the factory in the white with black eagle grips. This revolver has since been given 75% floral scroll engraving with gold inlaid panel around the caliber marking as well as the caliber marking, barrel address, Rampant Colt on the frame, Rampant Colt on the recoil shield, Colt Armory on the loading gate, line perimeter on frame and top strap and "ONE OF 250" on the back strap. Includes original shipping box and Colt blue box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus blue finish with limited handling marks and bright gold inlays. The grips are very fine with a small chip out of the toe of each panel. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine with some storage and handling marks. Shipping box has storage and handling marks with detached, but present, matching end label flap.

Engraved & Gold Inlaid Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #559 (Sale Order 559 of 688)

Spectacular A.F. Herbert Master Exhibition Quality Engraved, Signed, and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

This truly outstanding exhibition quality revolver was manufactured in 1957 with standard Colt markings and features beautifully embellished by famed Master engraver Alvin F. Herbert in the following year. The revolver displays nearly full coverage elaborate floral scroll relief cut engraving and gold inlaid bands and borders. The grade of the engraving is undoubtedly exhibition quality and clearly showcases Herbert's skills as a master engraver. Herbert has signed and dated his masterpiece on the butt: "ENGRAVED BY A.F. HERBERT 1958." Herbert was a Colt factory engraver around 1954-1969 and decorated guns for President Dwight D. Eisenhower, General Charles De Gaulle, Sammy Davis, Jr. and many other high profile politicians and celebrities. He was a prolific engraver who spent roughly 15 years at Colt, "turning out more than most engravers could in a 25 year period," according to noted Colt historian R.L. Wilson. It is unknown whether he did this masterpiece for the factory or for himself. Either way, it is a highly desirable example of a noted Master engravers work! Includes a fitted custom hardwood display case.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall as master embellished and signed by noted Colt engraver A.F. Herbert with only the slightest scratches, minor handling and storage marks, and very slight tension cracks by the screw holes on the grips. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #560 (Sale Order 560 of 688)

Factory Engraved Third Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Pearl Bird's Head Grips and Box

Colt Factory "C" engraved, pearl bird's head grips. The serial number range of this revolver is considered "unique" as mentioned in a factory letter of another identical example (No. LH99046 shipped to Lew Horton Distr. Co.) witnessed with the "LH" prefix. The revolver shows standard markings. Includes factory blue Colt box and original Colt Custom Shop shipping sleeve with end label confirming the engraving/grips.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retains 99% plus original finishes, with crisp engraving and traces of a cylinder drag line. Mechanically excellent. Box is excellent with limited storage marks.

Pair of Consecutive Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolvers

Lot #561 (Sale Order 561 of 688)

Factory "Green" Finish Shipped, Consecutively Serialized Pair of Weldon E. Lister Signed, Engraved Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolvers with Case -A) Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Factory "Green" Finish Shipped, Consecutively Serialized Pair of Weldon E. Lister Signed, Engraved Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolvers with Case -A) Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver
Manufactured in 1970, this exceptional set is consecutively numbered, and beautifully embellished, showing 75% plus coverage American style floral scroll engraving and niter blue small parts/screws. According to "The Post-War Colt Single-Action Revolver 1955-1975" by Wilkerson, only 49 revolvers in .45 Long Colt with 7 1/2 inch barrels were shipped "in the white" or "green". The included factory letters confirm their configurations and that they were shipped with "green" finish indicating that the revolvers were shipped without final finishing for engraving outside the factory. The letter also indicates shipment to Wallace Beinfeld at D/B/A California Lawmen in Los Angeles, California on July 2 (61673SA) and April 26 (61674SA), 1972. Both revolvers are signed "WEL '18" for Master Engraver Weldon E. Lister on the front of the frames. Includes a glass top double gun display case with blue velvet lining and a copy of "The Rampant Colt" from Fall 2017 autographed on the cover by Lister. Per consignor, the case was built by Jim Hasson of Hasson Cases in Arizona and the grips were custom made by an artisan in El Paso, Texas, from English walnut believed to be over 100 years old.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: bright/niter blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 61673SA
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining a bright appearance and 99% plus niter blue with minimal handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Case is also excellent with minimal storage and handling marks.

B) Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver
See "A".

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
BBL: 7 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: bright/niter blue
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 61674SA
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining a bright appearance and 99% plus niter blue with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.

Two Consecutive Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolvers

Lot #562 (Sale Order 562 of 688)

Matched Pair of Documented Consecutively Serialized William H. Mains Signed Factory Engraved Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolvers with Boxes and Factory Letter -A) Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Matched Pair of Documented Consecutively Serialized William H. Mains Signed Factory Engraved Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolvers with Boxes and Factory Letter -A) Colt Single Action Army Revolver
The included factory letter lists these two revolvers as having 5 1/2 inch barrels chambered in .45 Long Colt with nickel finish and wood grips as well as Class "C" engraving and consecutive serial numbers when shipped to West Hills Sport Shop in Corapolis, Pennsylvania on July 10, 1968. The letter also remarks that there were a total of four consecutive revolvers in this shipment. William H. Mains' signature "Buffalo (grade)" stamp can be found on the front of the frame beneath the cylinder pin on both revolvers. On page 135 of The Post-War Colt Single Action Army: 1955-1975 Wilkerson points out that Mains only engraved one set of four consecutively serialized Single Action Army revolvers in his career at Colt, making this half of that set. Both revolvers include an unmarked Colt Stagecoach box.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
BBL: 5 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: nickel
Grips: smooth
Serial Number: 46829SA
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is good with storage and handling marks and some peeling.

B) Colt Single Action Army Revolver
See "A."

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Single Action Army
BBL: 5 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 45 LC
Finish: nickel
Grips: smooth
Serial Number: 46830SA
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is finewith storage and handling marks. An attractive consecutively serialized set of William Mains factory engraved Colt SAA's.

Cole Agee Master Engraved Smith & Wesson Triple Lock DA Revolver

Lot #563 (Sale Order 563 of 688)

Fabulous Cole Agee Master Engraved Smith & Wesson King Super Target Triple Lock .44 Hand Ejector First Model Double Action Revolver

The Triple Lock model was manufactured from 1907 to 1915 with this example featuring rare and desirable near full coverage engraving by Master Engraver Cole Agee (1901-1955) and fitted with a full vent rib King Super Target package. Agee's characteristic floral scrollwork on a stippled background is extensive, even covering the sides of the vent rib. The vent rib is marked "S&W-KING SUPER TARGET" on the left side. The left side of the barrel has the S&W caliber marking, and the right side of the frame has the S&W logo. It has the very desirable Triple Lock mechanism, red bead front sight on a mirror base, fully adjustable white outlined square notch rear sight, S&W grip adaptor and checkered Magna grips custom fit to the adaptor plates. Matching serial numbers are found on the butt, cylinder and ejector shroud. The engraving on this revolver matches the scrollwork patterns found on a documented Cole Agee engraved matching pair of Colt Official Police revolvers RIAC sold in 2017.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent as decorated and engraved by renowned Master Engraver Cole Agee, retaining 99% plus of the blue and casehardened finishes showing limited handling evidence. The grips are also excellent with minor handling marks on the bottoms and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. A outstanding example of Cole Agee's work, this Super King Triple Lock Revolver will be a fantastic addition to any S&W collection!

Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver

Lot #564 (Sale Order 564 of 688)

Exceptional Well-Documented Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver with Extremely Scarce Tall Sights, Factory Letter and Box

The first production firearms chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, the Registered Magnum set a new standard in firepower and accuracy. Each Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum was built to the specifications of the buyer, then registered by number to the owner by Douglas Wesson himself, the then Vice President of Smith & Wesson. This particular Registered Magnum, number 2041, features non-standard tall sights. These sights, which are documented in the included factory letter, are a Call gold bead 1/8 inches higher than standard and an adjustable square notch 1/8 inches higher than standard. To the best of our knowledge this is the only known example with this type of sight configuration. The factory letter also confirms the barrel length, registration number, and Magna stocks. The revolver was shipped to Kruse Hardware Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio, for Howland's Gun Store, Inc. on March 8, 1937. It has standard S&W markings with "REG. 2041" on the yoke, matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, ejector shroud and right grip panel. The assembly number "8103" is stamped on the yoke and crane. This is one of only 839 Registered Magnums manufactured with a 6 inch barrel. Other documents (photocopies) related to this revolver include the Howland's Gun Store, Inc. specification letter to S&W listing the special sights, the S&W order form listing the special sights, S&W order received notification letter to Kruse Hardware Co., S&W order received notification letter to Howland's Gun Store, Inc. and invoice listing the special sights. The Type II box carries the illustration of a Magnum fitted with Magna stocks. The box retains the small white label on the bottom that is numbered to a different gun (52872/R-2554").

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent plus. The revolver retains over 99% original blue finish showing a cylinder drag line. 99% plus original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are excellent with extremely limited minor handling marks and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The box is very good showing overall wear and much of the illustration remaining. An exceptional example of a .357 Registered Magnum revolver with well-documented special order extra tall sights for the most serious Smith & Wesson collector. A S&W Magnum collection cannot be considered complete without this one-of-a-kind revolver!

Provenance: Ray Cheely Collection, Chad Gripp Collection

Club Gun Smith & Wesson Straight Line Target Pistol

Lot #565 (Sale Order 565 of 688)

Desirable Zero Serial Number "Club Gun" Smith & Wesson Straight Line Target Single Shot Pistol with Factory Metal Case and Factory Letter

Manufactured from 1925 until 1936. This particular pistol bears a zero prefix serial number which is indicative of what is known in the S&W field as a "Club Gun". S&W assembled firearms specifically for prizes and gifts to notable shooters of their day. Many of these purpose built guns were sent to shooting clubs to be presented to the winners of matches, hence the name "Club Gun". It is speculated that across the whole of S&W production only some 750 guns were made for these purposes according to Nahas and Supica on page 336 of the "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson", of these 750, some 50 were made especially for the Wesson family. The zero prefix serial number matches on the frame and barrel as well as the visible internal components, the grips are numbered to another gun. Includes the original factory blued metal case, cleaning rod, and screwdriver. The included factory letter states records are unavailable for this pistol but consecutive serial number 0338 listed as a .22 Single Shot shipped on May 11, 1926.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% original blue finish. There are a few small spots of spotting with an area on the barrel showing some pitting. The wood is also excellent with a few minor scratches. The case exterior is excellent and the interior is very good with some staining. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Club Gun Smith & Wesson 1st Model Target Single Shot Pistol

Lot #566 (Sale Order 566 of 688)

Documented Individual Shipped Zero Prefix Serial Number 012 "Club Gun" Smith & Wesson First Model Target Single Shot Pistol with Factory Letter

This particular pistol bears a zero prefix serial number (012) which is indicative of what is known in the S&W field as a "Club Gun". S&W assembled firearms specifically for prizes and gifts to notable shooters of their day. Many of these purpose built guns were sent to shooting clubs to be presented to the winners of matches, hence the name "Club Gun". It is speculated that across the whole of S&W production only some 750 guns were made for these purposes according to Nahas and Supica on page 336 of the "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson", of these 750, some 50 were made especially for the Wesson family. The accompanying factory letter confirms the zero prefix serial, 10 inch barrel in .22 caliber, blue finish and black hard rubber target stocks. The pistol was shipped on June 12, 1899 and delivered to Walter Alvord of Springfield, MA. At this time no additional information related to Mr. Alvord has been discovered but he is likely a descendant of William E. Alvord who was a S&W superintendent.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Fine, retaining 50% plus original blue finish with a smooth gray patina on the balance, a number of handling marks and light grind marks ahead of the front sight. Patterns of original case colors remain on the trigger guard, and 90% original case colors remain on the hammer. The grips are very good with a chip at the top (left panel), minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically needs adjustment; the trigger spring is out of order and the hammer fails to hold at full cock. An example of a very scarce documented zero prefix serialized "club gun" missing from even the most advanced collections.

Smith & Wesson Third Model Single Shot Pistol with Roper Grips

Lot #567 (Sale Order 567 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Third Model Single Shot Pistol with Roper Grips

Manufactured from 1909 to 1923. Standard markings and features other than the Roper grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 98% plus original blue finish on the frame, minor handling evidence, and reblued unnumbered barrel with a plum coloration on the ejector. The grips are very fine with some high edge wear, a few dings, a chip in the front of the right panel, and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Club Gun Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Triple Lock Revolver

Lot #568 (Sale Order 568 of 688)

Rare Inscribed Zero Serial Number "Club Gun" Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector First Model Triple Lock Double Action Revolver

S&W Zero prefix serial numbered guns, such as this revolver, were referred to as "Club Guns" as many were shipped to clubs for shooting prizes and to notable shooters and S&W company personnel. The left side of the frame is inscribed "JOSEPH E. RHODES/JAN-12-1921." At the time of this writing, Joseph E. Rhodes remains unidentified. The inclusion of a date in the inscription suggests that this revolver was a shooting prize. Right grip panel numbered to a different gun. Matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder, and ejector shroud.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 85% original blue finish with thinning to brown on the balance along with muzzle and high edge wear. 95% original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are excellent with some scattered minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Lot #569 (Sale Order 569 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Manufactured between 1905 and 1909. Standard features. Matching serial number on the front strap, barrel, and barrel latch. Serial number is outside the known range for the model.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 90% plus original blue, mild handling evidence, and scattered areas of thinning and spotting. The grips are very good having faded to brown with well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection

Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Lot #570 (Sale Order 570 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Pistol

Manufactured between 1905 and 1909. Standard markings and features including matching serial numbers on the barrel latch, barrel, and front strap. Consignor states that this gun is from the collection of David Burghoff, a long noted S&W collector who passed away in 2019.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 95% plus original blue finish, minor handling evidence, and some light spotting on the front strap. The grips are very fine with a few minor marks, greenish hue, and worn but well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector 4th Model Pre-Model 24 Revolver

Lot #571 (Sale Order 571 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector Fourth Model Target Pre-Model 24 Double Action Revolver with Gold Box

Manufactured in 1954/55. Standard markings and features including matching serial numbers on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. Includes the original factory Gold Box correctly hand numbered on the underside and containing a "Helpful Hints" brochure.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue finish, limited handling evidence, and faint cylinder drag lines. The grips are very fine with a small chip at the base of the rear grip strap and sharp checkering. The box is fine with mild edge wear. Mechanically excellent.

Smith & Wesson K-38 Target Masterpiece Revolver

Lot #572 (Sale Order 572 of 688)

Rare Smith & Wesson K-38 Target Masterpiece Pre-Model 14 Double Action Revolver with 5 Inch Barrel and Gold Box

Manufactured in 1952 with the rare and desirable 5 inch barrel. Generally the K-38 Target Masterpiece was shipped with a 6 inch barrel with no shipments of 5 inch barrels listed in Supica and Nahas' "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson" other than the special order Illinois State Police revolvers. This revolver is not one of those as it is not in the documented serial number range and was manufactured five years prior to that shipment in 1957. Matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder and butt. The included factory gold box is correctly hand numbered on the underside and the barrel length has been remarked with a "5" in grease pencil.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original blue, light handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. The box is very fine with light wear. Mechanically excellent. Don't miss this opportunity to own this rare revolver!

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver with Box

Lot #573 (Sale Order 573 of 688)

Cased Factory "Class A" Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1980. Standard factory markings and features other than the factory "Class A" floral scroll engraving on a matted background covering nearly all of the gun. Includes the factory blue box with cleaning tools, correct factory hardwood case, and original shipping box containing both, hand marked "Engraved/A" and end label marked "Class A" under special features.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue, limited handling evidence, and a faint cylinder drag line. The blue box is excellent, the shipping box is very good with light storage wear, and the case exterior is excellent with deteriorated interior. Mechanically excellent but slightly tight.

Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum Pre-Model 27 Revolver with Gold Box

Lot #574 (Sale Order 574 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum Pre-Model 27 Double Action Revolver with Gold Box

Manufactured in 1954. Standard markings and features including adjustable rear sight and matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, butt, and right grip panel. Includes the original factory gold box correctly hand numbered to the gun on the underside.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue finish, limited handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. The box is very fine with light storage wear. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 63 Double Action Revolver with Box

Lot #575 (Sale Order 575 of 688)

Factory "Class A" Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 63 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1980. Standard factory markings and features other than the grips and the factory "Class A" floral scroll engraving covering over 80% of the gun. Includes the original factory box with cleaning tools and end label marked "Class A" under special features.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent, showing limited handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and slightly ill-fitting grips. The box is very good with light wear and staining on the end label. Mechanically excellent.

Smith & Wesson Model 53 Revolver with Box and Cylinder Inserts

Lot #576 (Sale Order 576 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Model 53 .22 Magnum Jet Double Action Revolver with Box and Cylinder Inserts

Manufactured in 1961. Standard markings and features including matching serial numbers on the butt and frame. Includes the original factory box and six cylinder inserts.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue finish with limited handling evidence and light cylinder drag line. The grips are very fine with some light edge wear and sharp checkering. The box is very good. Mechanically excellent.

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 60 Revolver with Box

Lot #577 (Sale Order 577 of 688)

Factory "Class B" Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 60 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1979. Standard markings and features other than the factory "Class B" floral scroll engraving covering 50% of the gun. The grips are hand numbered to one another. Includes original factory box with end label marked "Class B" under special features.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall showing only limited handling evidence and some residue on the grips. The box is very fine with some minor storage wear. Mechanically excellent.

Smith & Wesson Non-Registered .357 Magnum Revolver

Lot #578 (Sale Order 578 of 688)

Exceptional Smith & Wesson Non-Registered .357 Magnum Double Action Revolver

The non-registered .357 revolvers are much more rare than their Registered Magnum model counterparts with only about 1,400 manufactured compared to about 5,400 Registered Magnums. King mirror base front sight with red post insert, adjustable square notch rear sight, humpback hammer, right grip panel numbered to a different gun, and matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder and ejector shroud. Confirmed by the S&W Historian's Office as being originally shipped with a 6 inch barrel on July 29, 1940 to the W.H. Hoegee Co. in Los Angeles, CA. This ultra rare and desirable prewar S&W .357 Magnum is from the collection of famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 98% plus original blue finish with some scattered minor handling marks and a cylinder drag line. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are also excellent with very minimal handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Revolver

Lot #579 (Sale Order 579 of 688)

Excellent Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter confirms the 6 1/2 inch barrel, blue finish, Patridge front sight, and square notch rear sight. This early production Registered Magnum originally shipped on May 6, 1936, with a grip adaptor attached, to Lou J. Eppinger Inc., a large S&W distributor in Detroit, Michigan. Standard S&W markings with "REG. 1014" stamped on the inside of the frame. The right grip panel is numbered to a different gun ("62048"). Matching serial numbers appear on the butt, cylinder and ejector shroud. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is addressed to him.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 97% plus original blue finish with a cylinder drag line, tiny corrosion patch above the S&W barrel marking and touch up over a blemish on the back strap. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are fine with a couple tiny surface chips near the top and some wear along the top of the checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

.45 Colt Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target Pre-Model 26 Revolver

Lot #580 (Sale Order 580 of 688)

Exceptional Smith & Wesson Model of 1950 Target Pre-Model 26 Double Action Revolver in Rare .45 Colt

The included Smith & Wesson factory letter confirms the current 6 1/2 inch barrel length, blue finish, checkered walnut grips, and most importantly, the .45 Colt chambering, when it was delivered to Camfour Inc. of Springfield, MA, on June 17, 1954. As one of only 200 of this model produced in .45 Colt, the right side of the barrel is properly roll marked and the frame has the standard four-line trademark with the S&W logo on the sideplate. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter which is address to him.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue finish, limited handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson Non-Registered .357 Magnum Revolver

Lot #581 (Sale Order 581 of 688)

Outstanding Smith & Wesson Non-Registered .357 Magnum Double Action Revolver

The non-registered .357 magnum revolvers are much more rare than their Registered Magnum model counterparts with only about 1,400 manufactured compared about 5,400 Registered Magnums. This 6 1/2 inch barreled example features a Patridge blade front sight, adjustable square notch rear sight, magnum grips that are numbered to a different gun, and matching serial numbers on the butt, cylinder and ejector shroud. Confirmed by the S&W Historian's Office as being originally shipped with a 6 1/2 inch barrel to H&D Folsom Arms Co. in New York City on December 19, 1939. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 97% plus original blue finish showing mild muzzle wear, some minor handling marks, slight very light spotting and a cylinder drag line. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are fine with some minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Presentation Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Revolver

Lot #582 (Sale Order 582 of 688)

Well-Documented Douglas B. Wesson Factory Big Game Hunt Presentation Inscribed Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum Double Action Revolver with Extremely Scarce 7 Inch Barrel and Factory Letter

This very desirable Registered Magnum, number 4313, has an extremely scarce original 7 inch barrel. According to S&W historian Roy Jinks, only 72 Registered Magnums had 7 inch barrels. Included are two factory letters confirming the 7 inch barrel, McGivern gold bead front sight, deep "U" notch rear sight, blue finish, checkered select walnut Magna stocks and factory engraved inscription acknowledging presentation from Douglas Wesson to his guide on a bear hunt in Crazy Bear Canyon, British Columbia, on the side plate. The revolver was shipped to then S&W Vice President of Sales Douglas B. Wesson, Springfield, MA. In the factory letter S&W historian Roy Jinks speculated that the revolver was a Christmas present in 1938. Other documents (copies) include the S&W order form for the revolver filled out and signed by Douglas Wesson, the S&W invoice indicating the revolver was charged to Douglas Wesson, the S&W requisition for the engraving and a short period article from The Philadelphia Inquirer detailing Douglas Wesson's grizzly bear hunt in Crazy Bear Canyon, British Columbia, in October 1938 when he brought down a grizzly measuring 7 1/2 feet as well as a bull moose with a Registered Magnum. Douglas Wesson conducted extensive and highly publicized big game handgun hunts of moose, elk, grizzly and antelope in the 1930s as part of a grand marketing strategy that helped popularize big game handgun hunting and forged the legacy of the .357 Magnum cartridge. The initials "HB" in the presentation inscription are for Wesson's Danish guide Hulger Bidstrup. The inside of the frame is marked "REG. 4313." Matching serial numbers appear on the butt, right grip panel, cylinder and ejector shroud. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letters, which are addressed to him.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 97% original blue finish with some scattered high edge wear, a few patches of light spotting, minor handling marks and a cylinder drag line. Nearly all original case colors remain on the hammer and trigger. The grips are fine with a surface chip near the bottom (left panel), some minor handling marks and crisp checkering overall. Mechanically excellent. A documented Douglas Wesson factory big game hunt presentation inscribed .357 Registered Magnum that is a must have for the serious S&W collector.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 29-5 Revolver

Lot #583 (Sale Order 583 of 688)

Cased Hank Williams Jr. Inscribed Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 29-5 Double Action Revolver with Box and Roy Jinks Letter

Per the included December 21, 1990 letter from Smith & Wesson Factory Historian Roy Jinks, addressed to country music icon Hank William Jr., this revolver is the "finest Smith & Wesson could assemble and is first of its kind produced by the S&W Performance Center", using a then-current production frame and specially selected cylinder with an original 1958 production new-old stock barrel that was custom lead-lapped for this special project revolver. The letter also states that the action was tuned by John French, the engraving and case were done by Paul Piquette, and the grips were made by K. Dennis Holland. The sideplate is engraved "HANK" with masterfully applied floral scroll accents above and below. This revolver was ordered by Williams' wife Mary Jane for Christmas 1990 and bears the special serial number "RHW001" (birth name Randall Hank Williams). Along with the letter comes a certificate of authenticity confirming Williams' ownership, original factory box, and the aforementioned S&W hardwood display case.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original S&W special high bright blue finish, limited handling evidence, and faint cylinder drag lines. The case is very fine with some lid separation and minor storage marks. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Hank Williams Jr. Presentation Smith & Wesson Model 24 Revolver

Lot #584 (Sale Order 584 of 688)

Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 24-3 Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter Presented to Hank Williams Jr.

The included factory letter from S&W historian Roy Jinks confirms the Class A engraving, blue finish, barrel length, and Goncalo Alves target stocks when it was shipped from the factory on December 13, 1983 through the Smith & Wesson Marketing Department. Mr. Jinks also states that the gun was presented to the recipient of the letter, world famous country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr., for his special support of Smith & Wesson. Includes a certificate of authenticity confirming Williams' ownership, original box with birthday and Christmas wishes from S&W Historian Roy Jinks on the lid, and the aforementioned factory letter addressed to Williams.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue finish, faint cylinder drag lines, and limited handling evidence. The box is also excellent. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 681 Double Action Revolver

Lot #585 (Sale Order 585 of 688)

J.W. Thompson Signed Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 681 Double Action Revolver with Box

This revolver features blade front and top strap notch rear sights, a smooth trigger, checkered hammer, walnut S&W medallion grips, and nearly 80% coverage floral scroll engraving executed by J.W. Thompson. Thompson's signature can be found on the right of the grip frame under the grips. Due to a factory error, the frame of this revolver is stamped as a Model 68-1 with the box listing it as the proper Model 681. The barrel is correctly marked for .357 Magnum ammunition. Includes the original box.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall with limited handling marks, a light cylinder drag line, crisp engraving, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with some storage and handling marks.

Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target Pre-Model 24 Revolver with Box

Lot #586 (Sale Order 586 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target Pre-Model 24 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1954/55. Standard markings and features including matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership. Included as well is a 1985 dated letter to Hank Williams Jr. from a retired Springfield, Massachusetts police captain who was representing the widow of the original purchaser, a Springfield resident himself, offering a number of S&W revolvers that were still in new-old stock condition in their original boxes, originally purchased 30 years earlier in 1955 and had never left Springfield. With this letter is an inventory list with descriptions and serial numbers of the guns being offered. Offered in this sale is a second S&W Model of 1950 Target Revolver, no. S141858, that was also acquired by Hank Williams Jr. at the same time. All matching numbers and complete in the original gray box with full tool kit, including knurled screwdriver.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original bright blue finish, minor handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. The box is very good with minor wear and some fading. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson 22/32 Kit Gun Pre-Model 43 Double Action Revolver

Lot #587 (Sale Order 587 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .22/32 Kit Gun Pre-Model 43 Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter Once Belonging to a U.S. Marine Colonel

The included factory letter confirms the current configuration when it was shipped to Evaluators Ltd. of Triangle, VA on April 2, 1956. Matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. Includes original box with name tag (detached) reading "COL G M CLOUD". U.S. Marine Colonel Guy M. Cloud served as a combat pilot for 26 years and participated in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Also included is consignor provided copies of photographs and research.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 98% plus original blue finish with light handling evidence, cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. The box is very good with fading and edge wear. Mechanically excellent.

Smith & Wesson Model 1950 Target Pre-Model 24 Revolver with Box

Lot #588 (Sale Order 588 of 688)

Scarce Smith & Wesson Model of 1950 Target Pre-Model 24 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1955/56. Standard markings and features including matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, and butt. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership. Included as well is a 1985 dated letter to Hank Williams Jr. from a retired Springfield, Massachusetts police captain who was representing the widow of the original purchaser, a Springfield resident himself, offering a number of S&W revolvers that were still in new-old stock condition in their original boxes, originally purchased 30 years earlier in 1955 and had never left Springfield. With this letter is an inventory list with descriptions and serial numbers of the guns being offered. Offered in this sale is a second S&W Model of 1950 Target Revolver, no. S118232, that was also acquired by Hank Williams Jr. at the same time. All matching numbers and complete in the original gray box with full tool kit, including knurled screwdriver and warranty card.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original bright blue finish, limited handling evidence, light cylinder drag line, and sharp grip checkering. The box is very fine with some light wear and fading. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector 1st Model Triple Lock Revolver

Lot #589 (Sale Order 589 of 688)

Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector 1st Model Triple Lock Target Model Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured between 1907 and 1915. Standard markings with pinned front sight, adjustable rear sight, and smooth trigger and grip straps. Matching serial number on the barrel, cylinder, and butt with "13174" marked on the right grip, likely a factory error. Includes a non-matching factory box for a later model.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine, retaining 90% plus original blue finish with the lose concentrated on the grip straps and at the muzzle. Overall light handling evidence, cylinder drag line, a few dings in the grip, and crisp grip checkering. The mismatched box is very good. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved Cased Smith & Wesson Model 29-6 Revolver

Lot #590 (Sale Order 590 of 688)

Factory Engraved Cased Smith & Wesson Model 29-6 Double Action Revolver

This revolver shows factory Class C engraving consisting of floral scrollwork with areas of punch dot background. The included S&W work order requested by world famous country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr., requests this combination of Class C engraving with the blue finish. "D.A.M.-Engr." is signed on the crane. Custom Bear Hug grips made by Deacon Deason of Bear Hug and marked "HW" on the backside of each panel for Hank Williams Jr. Also included is a factory hardwood case with cleaning tools and a certificate of authenticity confirming Williams' ownership of the revolver.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% factory blue finish, minor handling evidence, and cylinder drag line. The grips are also excellent. The case is excellent. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Cased Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver

Lot #591 (Sale Order 591 of 688)

Cased Mike Woodside Signed Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolver with Relief Carved Grips and Factory Letter

This particular revolver features scroll engraving on nearly all metal surfaces including the back strap by Mike Woodside who has signed the right side of the grip frame. Red insert ramp front sight and white outlined adjustable rear sight. The six shot cylinder is counter bored and has scroll engraving covering all but the flutes. The grips are relief carved on both sides with the image of a posing woman surrounded by scrollwork and the backs are marked "SNO/AJE/INDIA." Includes a hardwood case with cleaning rod, two brushes, and screwdriver. The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver with a 4 inch barrel, blue finish and checkered goncalo alves target grips when shipped on January 16, 1968 and delivered to George Cake Co., Berkeley, CA.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Exceptionally fine overall as embellished by Mike Woodside, retaining 98% plus reapplied blue finish, slight handling marks and crisp grip carving. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine with limited handling/storage marks and some typical high spot wear on the lining.

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 17-4 Double Action Revolver

Lot #592 (Sale Order 592 of 688)

Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 17-4 Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1978/79. It features a factory scroll engraving on a punch dot background throughout and smooth target grips. Comes with an un-marked factory blue box, with instruction manual and warranty card.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall. The revolver retains 99% plus original blue finish and case colors showing a very light cylinder drag line and extremely limited mild handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine showing scattered wear and a tear on a long side.

Hank Williams Jr. Inscribed Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Revolver

Lot #593 (Sale Order 593 of 688)

Hank Williams Jr. Inscribed Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter

The included factory letter confirms the current configuration when the revolver was shipped on April 27, 1981 to GT Distributors, Rossville, GA, Hank Williams Jr.'s primary S&W distributor. The revolver has special ordered grips that Hank Jr. requested inlaid with hearts and music notes as well as the factory inscription "HANK" on the sideplate. This revolver is from the collection of world famous American country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the aforementioned factory letter, which is addressed to him.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue finish, minor handling evidence, and faint cylinder drag line. The grips are also excellent with a single tiny spot through the varnish at the left grip heel. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Factory Engraved and Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 49 Revolver

Lot #594 (Sale Order 594 of 688)

Rare Special Order Cased, Signed, Factory Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 49 Double Action Revolver with Case and Box Inscribed to Hank Williams Jr.

Manufactured in 1981 and fabulously deluxe custom engraved to the specifications of country music icon Hank Williams Jr. This rare special order 3 inch Model 49 features near full coverage floral scroll engraving with areas of matted background and what appears to be a satyr on the right of the frame and an eagle head on the left. Single gold bands at the muzzle and rear of the cylinder, gold inlaid "HANK WILLIAMS JR." down the back strap, a relief gold inlaid bust of Hank Williams Sr. in the most recognized image of his career; wearing a 1950s pinstripe suit while seated on stage playing guitar, and skeletonized trigger guard chiseled in the form of a guitar. The engraver's signature is below the relief inlay and reads "ENGR./BY/D. JOAQUIM". The grips are incised and the right panel bears a gold inlaid treble clef. Includes a leather-bound book display case, original box, 1981 dated shipping invoice, and certificate of authenticity confirming Williams' ownership.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, and slight aged hue to the cylinder. The grips have some minor discoloration, otherwise they are excellent. The case and box are both very fine with minor storage type wear. A wonderful opportunity to own a very attractive and rare special order "Family Tradition" Smith & Wesson made for and owned by Country Music Icon Hank Williams Jr.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Engraved and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 629-1 Revolver

Lot #595 (Sale Order 595 of 688)

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 629-1 Double Action Revolver with Box

This revolver's uniquely designed factory engraving was executed in 1985 by S&W master engraver Paul Piquette with beautiful scrollwork in wedges as well as accenting the design lines and factory markings. The S&W logo on the sideplate has been embellished in a solid gold inlay along with the caliber ".44" gold inlaid on the ejector shroud and gold single bands at the muzzle and rear of the cylinder. The cylinder release has been blued creating an attractive contrast against the stainless steel frame. The Goncalo Alves grip panels have solid gold S&W medallions as well as gold screw escutcheons to compliment the gold accents on the rest of the revolver. The top of the back strap is gold inlaid with a fine large "H" for "Hank," the world famous country singer and song writer Hank Williams Jr., who special ordered this incredible one-of-a-kind factory engraved 44 Magnum through G.T. Distributors of Rossville, GA. Hank Jr.'s own FFL records reflect he took delivery on August 28, 1985. Includes the original box with end label marked "CUST. ENG." This revolver is from the collection of Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original gold inlay, limited handling evidence, and a light cylinder drag line. The grips are also excellent with only the faintest edge wear along the bottom of the right panel. The box is very fine with minor wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Hank Williams Jr Presented Smith & Wesson Prototype 629 Revolver

Lot #596 (Sale Order 596 of 688)

Smith & Wesson Prototype Model 629 Double Action Revolver with Case and Roy Jinks Letter Presented to Hank Williams Jr.

This prototype stainless .44 Magnum revolver was one of the 139 produced in 1978 for testing the new Model 629. Per the included letter from Roy Jinks on S&W letterhead to country music icon Hank Williams Jr., this was done in response to Ruger, who was in development on their own stainless .44 Magnum revolver. The letter also states that this revolver sat in the company vault for over ten years until it was released for presentation on Williams' 40th birthday in May, 1989. The sideplate is engraved with "HANK" over his trademark rising phoenix with "40" in the center and "May 26, 1949" (Williams' birthday) underneath. In addition, the letter states that only 75 of these first 139 revolvers made it through testing, making this revolver even more rare. Included is a factory hardwood display case, unmarked factory box, and certificate of authenticity confirming Hank Williams Jr.'s ownership of this revolver.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent, showing only minor handling evidence and light cylinder drag line. The grips are very fine with some minor varnish loss along the bottom of the left panel. The case is very fine with light storage wear. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 Double Action Revolver

Lot #597 (Sale Order 597 of 688)

Cased, Factory Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 Double Action Revolver with Factory Letter and Hank Williams Jr. Inscription

Near full coverage Class A+ floral scroll engraving mixed with geometric patterns. The left side of the frame features a relief engraved, gold inlaid bear scene, the sideplate shows a gold mountain lion on a cliff side, and the back strap is inscribed "HANK" in fancy script and flanked by two gold five pointed stars. S&W Artisan Master Engraver, Domingos Joaquim, signed his work with his trademark eagle head on the underside of the ejector shroud. The included factory letter confirms the current configuration, including the special engraving and gold inlay, when it was shipped from the factory on December 19, 1979 to G.T. Distributors of Rossville, GA. This revolver was ordered through G.T. Distributors for country music legend Hank Williams Jr. and includes a certificate of authenticity confirming his ownership as well as the factory case and cleaning tools.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and gold finishes, limited handling evidence, and faint cylinder drag lines. The case is very good with light storage wear and a puncture in the lining. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Hank Williams Jr.'s Collection

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 740 FDL Rifle

Lot #598 (Sale Order 598 of 688)

Magnificent Robert P. Runge Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Premier "F" Grade Remington Model 740 FDL Semi-Automatic Rifle

A product of the Remington Custom Shop, the Premier Grade represented the top tier of Remington's factory offerings. Starting with a full top-to-bottom hand fitting of all components in the firearm, the Premier arm would also receive detailed engraving and top rate gold inlay, in addition to a very fancy walnut stock; the metal work alone could represent 80 man-hours of work. The receiver coverage is over 95% fine scroll and punch dots with hand-engraved model markings/serial number, and both sides showing three gold inlaid scene panels. The right side scenes warrant particular note; in defiance of the typical arrangement of three disconnected scenes, the right panels all share a single background. The left side bears the initials "RPR" (Robert P. Runge). Checkered, fancy, American walnut stock with hard rubber Remington grip cap, blank inscription panel and a serrated plastic buttplate. This phenomenal master engraved rifle is consecutively serial numbered to the following lot.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent with 97% plus original blue finish and a few minor handling marks overall. The engraving is all sharply executed including the fine detail in the background scenes and on the animals. The stock is also excellent with a few light dents, crisp checkering and fine grain. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 740 FDL Rifle

Lot #599 (Sale Order 599 of 688)

Documented, Magnificent, Robert P. Runge Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Premier "F" Grade Remington Model 740 FDL Semi-Automatic Rifle

A product of the Remington Custom Shop, the Premier Grade represented the top tier of Remington's factory offerings. Starting with a full top-to-bottom hand fitting of all components in the firearm, the Premier arm would also receive detailed engraving and top rate gold inlay in addition to a very fancy walnut stock; the metal work alone could represent 80 man-hours of work. The receiver coverage is over 95% fine scroll and punch dots, hand-engraved model markings/serial number, and both sides showing three gold inlaid scene panels. The left side of the receiver is signed by Master Engraver Robert P. Runge ("RPR"), and each side depicts a single unified scene. Checkered extra-fancy pistol grip stock with hard rubber Remington grip cap, blank initial shield and solid Pachmayr White Line recoil pad. With the rifle is Eugene Myszkowski's "Remington Autoloading and Pump-Action Rifles", which documents this rifle as being an F grade Model 740 rifle by Robert Runge (page 77). This stunning master engraved rifle is consecutively serial numbered to the previous lot.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent plus. The rifle retains 99% plus original blue finish showing the slightest handling marks. The wood is also excellent with a few minor pressure dents. The checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 760F Rifle

Lot #600 (Sale Order 600 of 688)

Superb Robert P. Runge Signed, Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 760F Premier Grade Slide Action Rifle

Produced in the Remington Custom Shop, a Premier Grade firearm starts with a full set of fresh components that are then hand-fitted and assembled by a master gunsmith, subjected to engraving and embellishment representing up to two weeks of a skilled engraver's labor, and finished off with a set of top quality hardwood furniture. Finely cut scroll engraving on the frame with the model markings hand-engraved and each side showing three animals in gold. The left side is signed "RPR 75" (Robert P. Runge, 1975). Extra-fancy checkered walnut pistol grip stock, hard rubber Remington grip cap, "J*H*S*" inscribed initial panel and plastic Remington buttplate.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent with 99% plus original blue finish and a few light handling marks overall. A small patch of copper color is present on the underbelly of the running deer. Otherwise, the inlays are all finely executed, and the engraving is sharp and detailed. The wood is also excellent with a few light handling marks, sharp checkering, and attractive color and grain. Mechanically excellent.

Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 760 FDL Rifle

Lot #601 (Sale Order 601 of 688)

Exceptional Master Factory Engraved and Gold Inlaid Remington Model 760 FDL Premier Grade Slide Action Rifle

Produced in the Remington Custom Shop, a Premier Grade firearm starts with a full set of fresh components that are then hand-fitted and assembled by a master gunsmith, subjected to engraving and embellishment representing up to two weeks of a skilled engraver's labor, and finished off with a set of top quality hardwood furniture. Finely cut scroll engraving on the frame with the model markings hand-engraved and each side showing three animals in gold. The left side has the single initial "R", possibly indicating Remington Master Engraver Robert Runge. Extra-fancy checkered walnut pistol grip stock, hard rubber Remington grip cap, an unmarked initial panel and plastic Remington buttplate.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent with 99% plus original blue finish showing a few light handling marks overall. The engraving is all sharply executed with a tiny amount of wear on the elk antlers and fine detail in the inlays overall. The stock is excellent with a few minor surface scuffs, sharp checkering and excellent grain. Mechanically excellent.

Perugini & Visini Gold Inlaid Single Shot Rifle

Lot #602 (Sale Order 602 of 688)

Perugini & Visini Gold Inlaid Hammerless Single Shot Rifle with Swarovski Scope and Case

This rifle features a ramped beaded blade front sight and notch rear sight, as well as being equipped with a Swarovski 3-12x56 scope on a quarter rib with claw mounts. The casehardened scalloped box lock action features gold wire inlay borders and accents with gold lettered "PERUGINI & VISINI/NUVOLERA-BS" on the underside. The forearm hardware, trigger guard, break lever, and tang safety are blue and also feature a gold wire inlaid border. The top of the barrel is stamped "PERUGINI & VISINI NUVOLERA BS". Double set triggers. Mounted with a very nicely figured triple-x-fancy English walnut checkered Schnabel forearm and pistol grip stock with cheekpiece, quick release sling swivels, and solid recoil pad. Comes with a canvas and leather trimmed takedown case with green felt lining with a leather Perugini & Visini label attached to the inside of the lid.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent. The barrel retains 99% of the blue finish with an area of pin point pitting near the muzzle and some minor wear near the breech from disassembling. The action retains 98% of the original bright case colors with some fading to gray and a small amount of the gold inlay is absent. The wood is also excellent with a few minor handling marks and overall sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The case is good with some heavy fraying on the lid.

Factory Engraved Sabatti Classic 92 Double Rifle with Case

Lot #603 (Sale Order 603 of 688)

Factory Engraved Sabatti Classic 92 Double Rifle with Case

Blued steel barrels with ramped red fiber optic front sight and green fiber optic rear sight along with drilled and tapped holes for scope mounting (one filler screw absent) on raised rear quarter rib section, standard markings, and single extractor. The casehardened boxlock action features standard engraving of a boar on the left and right and a bugling elk surrounded by "SABATTI/CLASSIC 92" on the underside. Double triggers and tang mounted manual safety. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered walnut Schnabel forend with Anson button release and pistol grip stock with cheekpiece and ventilated rubber recoil pad. Includes original green factory takedown case. Length of pull 15 5/16 inches. Weight 7 lbs 4 oz.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and casehardened finished, limited handling evidence, tiny spot of oxidation on the right barrel, and sharp checkering on the forend and stock. The case is very good. Mechanically excellent

Luxus Arms Model 11 Single Shot Rifle

Lot #604 (Sale Order 604 of 688)

Excellent Luxus Arms Model 11 Single Shot Rifle

Manufactured without sights, medium weight tapered barrel, factory installed quarter rib for scope mounting, vibrantly casehardened receiver, and serrated cocking lever. Finely checkered, attractively figured forearm and pistol grip stock with casehardened steel grip cap and solid Decelerator recoil pad. According to the consignor, Tally scope rings will fit the quarter rib.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, some minor rubbing on the barrel latch, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Darwin Hensley Mauser Big Game Rifle with Swarovski Scope

Lot #605 (Sale Order 605 of 688)

Darwin Hensley Custom Mauser Big Game Bolt Action Rifle with Swarovski Scope

Hooded, ramped, beaded blade front sight with three position express rear sight on the raised quarter rib. The barrel is marked "DARWIN HENSLEY GUNMAKER BRIGHTWOOD OREGON", .416 RIGBY, and the serial number is marked on the action. The rifle is mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 2.5-10x42mm scope with lens covers in an integral quick detachable scope mount. Beautifully figured, multi-point checkered walnut pistol grip stock with ebony forend tip, raised cheekpiece, and leather wrapped recoil pad. Darwin Hensley is widely regarded as one of the finest American custom gunmakers of his time.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue finish showing only minor handling evidence. The stock is very fine with a few minor marks, some wear to the recoil pad, and sharp checkering. The scope is missing one of the knob covers, and the remaining one has some slight damage. Optics are sharp. Mechanically excellent.

John Bolliger Signature Series Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Lot #606 (Sale Order 606 of 688)

John Bolliger Signature Series Bolt Action Rifle in .270 Winchester with Zeiss Scope

This is a masterful example of a John Bollinger signature series custom rifle from Mountain Riflery Inc. John Bollinger began creating custom rifles in 1966 and is now regarded among the top rifle makers in the world. Besides being one of the world's best custom riflemakers, he is also known as an avid outdoorsman and conservationist, having raised more money for conservation through his rifle projects than any riflemaker in history. This Bollinger rifle shows the standard minimal markings of the series and features barrel manufactured with an island front and quarter rib folding rear sight and a left handed Model 70 style action with jewelled and checkered bolt knob. It is mounted in a left handed fancy walnut pistol grip stock with heavily stylized fleur-de-lis outline checkering, rosewood forend tip, sling swivel studs, steel skeleton grip cap, a shadow line cheek piece, and a leather wrapped recoil pad. Includes a Zeiss Diavari Z 2.5-10x48 scope with integral quick detach steel rings.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock and bolt knob checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Daniel Cullity Engraved Swift River Gun Works Mauser Rifle

Lot #607 (Sale Order 607 of 688)

Daniel Cullity Engraved Swift River Gun Works Mauser Bolt Action Rifle

Built on a Mauser style action with hooded, beaded blade front sight with adjustable rear peep sight on the blued barrel marked only with the caliber ".35 WHELEN". The floorplate and bottom metal are engraved with floral scrollwork which is signed "D CULLITY 07" near the trigger guard for former master engraver with Colt and apprentice of Alvin A. White, Daniel Cullity. Beautifully figured, fluer-de-lis checkered pistol grip stock with contrasting forend tip, matching engraved grip cap, cheekpiece, and checkered steel buttplate. Includes a set of quick detachable scope rings.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue finish, limited handling evidence, and sharp stock checkering. The engraving by Master Engraver Daniel Cullity is sharp. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Sauer Grand African Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Lot #608 (Sale Order 608 of 688)

Colt Sauer Grand African Bolt Action Rifle with Box and Scope

Manufactured in West Germany in 1975. Standard markings and features. Includes leather sling, Bushnell Banner 3-9x scope, and correct model factory box.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 98% original finish, minor handling evidence, some spotting on the trigger guard, spot of oxidation ahead of the rear sight, and sharp stock checkering. The box is fair with heavy wear. Scope optics clear. Mechanically excellent.

L. Cortis Signed Engraved Belgian Browning .22 Auto Rifle

Lot #609 (Sale Order 609 of 688)

Factory L. Cortis Signed and Master Engraved Belgian Browning .22 Auto Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Manufactured in Belgium in 1968 with a beaded blade front and an adjustable folding leaf rear sight. Standard masterfully executed engraved game scenes on the coin grey receiver including a dog flushing pheasants on the left, dog flushing mallards on the right, and portrait of a dog with a rabbit in his mouth on the top. Signed "L.CORTIS" on both sides of the receiver below the scenes. Mounted in beautifully figured, fancy skip line checkered pistol grip stock and forearm. Includes original factory box.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original blue and coin finishes, limited handling evidence, crisp engraving, and sharp checkering on the wood. The box is very good with some edge/corner wear. Mechanically excellent.

Signed Engraved Browning Grade II .22 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #610 (Sale Order 610 of 688)

Angelo Bee Signed Factory Engraved Belgian Browning Grade II .22 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Case

Beaded blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights and standard barrel markings. Elaborately engraved receiver with detailed field scenes of squirrels on the right, duck on top, and prairie dogs on the left. Signed "ABE" on the left side of the receiver at the bottom. Fancy skip-line checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with a serrated blue steel buttplate. With Browning leatherette case.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and gray finishes with limited handling marks and crisp engraving and checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is also excellent with limited storage and handling marks.

Signed Engraved Browning Grade III .22 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #611 (Sale Order 611 of 688)

F. Marechal Signed Engraved Belgian Browning Grade III .22 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box and Case

Beaded blade front and elevation adjustable rear notch sights and standard barrel markings. Elaborately engraved receiver with detailed field scenes of a dog flushing ducks on the right, dog holding a duck on top, and a dog flushing pheasant on the left. Signed "F. Marechal" on both sides of the receiver at the bottom. Fancy skip-line checkered forearm and pistol grip stock with a serrated blue steel buttplate. With correct box, Browning leatherette case, and a copy of "A History Of The John M. Browning Semi-Automatic .22 Cal. Rifle" by Homer C. Tyler.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue and gray finishes with limited handling marks and crisp engraving. Wood is very fine with a slight chip in the forearm at the receiver and some scratches on the comb. Mechanically excellent. Box and case are both very fine with some storage and handling marks.

Browning Grade II Auto-22 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Lot #612 (Sale Order 612 of 688)

Factory Engraved Browning Grade II Auto-22 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Manufactured in 1980. Standard markings and features for a Grade II. With original box.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original French gray finish with limited handling marks, crisp engraving and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is good with storage and handling marks.

Browning Safari Grade High Power Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Lot #613 (Sale Order 613 of 688)

Belgian Browning Safari Grade High Power Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Manufactured in 1964. Standard markings and features. Includes a non-matching Browning T-Bolt .22 rifle box and Leupold 3-9x scope.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with a few minor handling marks. Stock is good with scattered dings and scratches, a repaired chip on the left of the forend, and crazing varnish throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Upgraded Engraved Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #614 (Sale Order 614 of 688)

T.L. Wallace Signed Engraved J.P Mazur and J.C. Tucker/Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in .375 H&H Magnum with Scope

Manufactured in 1949 and subsequently upgraded by J.P. Mazur and J.C. Tucker. The replacement barrel is marked "J.P. Mazur & J.C. Tucker" on top and "375HH" on the chamber and is fitted with a raised beaded blade front sight and express rear sight comprising of one standing leaf and three folding leaves with gold inlaid center lines graduated from 50 to 300 yards with a small flourish of floral scroll engraving behind the rear sight and a band of stylized foliage at the chamber. The receiver features border line engraving with floral sprays in the corners and standard Winchester trade mark. Floral engraving is also present on the scope mounts holding a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5x5 scope. The floorplate has been engraved with a cape buffalo scene as well as border engraving. The floorplate is signed "ENGR. T. L. Wallace". The barrel and receiver are blued with nitre blue on the rear sight, extractor, and safety. Mounted in a beautifully contrasted checkered walnut pistol grip stock with ebony forend cap, shadowline Swiss cheekpiece, engraved cross bolts, engraved steel grip cap, engraved initial oval, and leather wrapped recoil pad.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent as professionally upgraded and embellished. Retaining 99% plus refinished blue finish with limited minor handling marks and crisp engraving. Stock is very fine with some scattered minor dings and scratches and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Jim Coffin Mauser Bolt Action Sporting Rifle with Scope

Lot #615 (Sale Order 615 of 688)

Jim Coffin Mauser Bolt Action Sporting Rifle in .338 Winchester Magnum with Scope

Built on a Mauser long action by Jim Coffin, this rifle features a sightless barrel marked "JIM COFFIN-ALBANY, OREGON" and ".338 WIN. MAG." A Leupold Vari-X II 2x7 scope is mounted to the action. Mounted into a nicely contrasted checkered pistol grip walnut stock with ebony forend tip, shadow line Swiss cheekpiece, steel grip cap, and Pachmayr recoil pad. During his career, Coffin was a member of the American Custom Gunmakers Guild.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent. Optics are slightly hazy.

Belgian Mauser 98 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle with Zeiss Scope

Lot #616 (Sale Order 616 of 688)

Belgian Mauser 98 Bolt Action Sporting Rifle with Zeiss Scope

Built on a Model 98 style action, the only markings on this rifle are "300 Win Mag" in script letters on the top left flat of the barrel and the serial number on the left of the front receiver ring. The rifle features a mostly octagon barrel which transitions to round just before the chamber. The top flat features a raised gold bar blade front sight with a raised quarter rib holding a three leaf express rear sight (only the closest has a sight notch). The receiver and quarter rib are fitted with bases for a claw scope mount system allowing the included Zeiss Diatal-z 6x42 scope to mounted on the rifle. The action is mounted into a checkered straight grain walnut pistol grip stock with ebony forend tip, Swiss cheekpiece, blank initial oval, and Pachmayr recoil pad. The inside of the stock is marked "J.C./Tucker".

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 97% blue finish with handling some high edge wear on the barrel and some thinning on the bottom metal and bolt handle. The stock is also excellent with scattered dings and scratches, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Scope is very fine with clear optics.

Upgraded Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Lot #617 (Sale Order 617 of 688)

Jim Coffin Upgraded Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle with Swarovski Scope

Manufactured in 1952 and subsequently upgraded by Jim Coffin. The replacement barrel is marked "JIM COFFIN-ALBANY, OREGON" on top and " .270 WIN." on the chamber. Standard markings on the receiver which is mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 2.2-9x42 scope. Mounted in a high contrast, lightly figured, checkered pistol grip walnut stock with checkered Neider buttplate and steel pistol grip cap. During his career, Coffin was a member of the American Custom Gunmakers Guild.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall as upgraded by Jim Coffin, retaining 99% professionally refinished blue finish with limited handling marks, and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-64 Winchester/Duane Wiebe Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #618 (Sale Order 618 of 688)

Duane Wiebe Upgraded Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Manufactured in 1948 and subsequently upgraded by Duane Wiebe. Wiebe is a charter member of the American Custom Gunmakers Guild and has gained the honor of being one of the most respected custom rifle makers in the country. The barrel is marked "DUANE WIEBE NO 0803" on top and "7 MM REM MAG" on the chamber. The receiver features standard Winchester markings. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured walnut stock with leather wrapped recoil pad.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Very fine as upgraded by Duane Wiebe. Retaining 99% plus refinished blue finish with limited handling marks. The wood is also excellent with crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #619 (Sale Order 619 of 688)

Engraved Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle in Desirable .338 Winchester Magnum with Scope

Receiver manufactured in 1961. Fitted with a beaded blade ramp front and flip up rear sights, standard barrel and receiver markings including the Winchester "WP" proof on the receiver and barrel at the breech. The straight tang receiver is factory mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 2.5x8 scope. The bolt is numbered to the gun and has a late style safety. The floorplate and surrounding metal feature bear panel scene surrounded by floral scroll patterns. The pistol grip cap has been engraved to match with the initials "W/H/H" inscribed. Mounted on a checkered pistol grip Swiss cheekpiece style stock with solid decelerator recoil pad. Includes generic soft case.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent as engraved and upgraded. Retaining 99% plus professionally refinished blue finish with a few minor handling marks. The replacement stock is also excellent with limited handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle with

Lot #620 (Sale Order 620 of 688)

Engraved Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Receiver manufactured in 1957. The barrel is fitted with a ramped beaded blade front sight and a flip up adjustable notch rear sight. Standard markings with the bottom metal and floor plate engraved with an elk scene and floral scroll patterns. The pistol grip cap is also engraved to match and is inscribed with the initials "W.B.H." The top of the receiver is mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 2.5-8x scope. Numbers matching bolt with Type III safety. Mounted in a highly figured walnut stock with Swiss cheekpiece and solid Decelerator recoil pad. Includes Hunter soft case and nylon sling.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent as engraved and upgraded, retaining 99% plus professionally refinished blue finish with minimal handling marks. The replacement stock is excellent with crisp checkering and limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Bolt Action Rifle

Lot #621 (Sale Order 621 of 688)

Winchester "Big 5" Model 70 Safari Classic Bolt Action Rifle in 458 Win Magnum

Manufactured in 2004. Features floral scroll engraving on the floorplate, and trigger guard with a gold inlaid elephant on the floorplate, gold inlaid geometric border on the scene and bottom metal with "SAFARI/CLASSIC" in gold. The bottom of the floorplate features a gold inlaid African continent and "Big 5". The rifle also features a knurled bolt handle, engraved crossbolts, and jeweled bolt. Mounted in a checkered, nicely figured, pistol grip stock and black rubber recoil pad.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks and crisp stock checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Dakota Arms Model 76 Left Handed Bolt Action Rifle with Scope

Lot #622 (Sale Order 622 of 688)

Dakota Arms Model 76 Left Handed Bolt Action Rifle with Zeiss Scope

Manufactured without sights, the rifle is marked "30-06" on the chamber and "Dakota 76" on the left handed action and has been fitted with scope mounts. Mounted in a checkered pistol grip stock with rosewood forend and Pachmayr recoil pad. Includes Zeiss Diavari-ZA 1.5-6x42 scope and brown leather sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue finish with limited handling marks. Stock is very fine with scattered dings and scratches and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Dakota Arms Little Sharps Single Shot Rifle with Scope

Lot #623 (Sale Order 623 of 688)

Dakota Arms Little Sharps Single Shot Falling Block Rifle with Scope

These Dakota Arms Little Sharps rifles are 80% the size of an original Model 74. This example has a beaded blade front sight and tang mounted peep sight. Features a 26 inch crowned full octagon. The caliber is marked on the barrel, and the standard Dakota Arms markings are on the left side of the action. The barrel is drilled, tapped and mounted with blocks and scope mounts that are fully adjustable for windage and elevation and fitted with an MVA 6X scope. Mounted on a beautifully figured smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with smooth blue steel buttplate.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Scope optics clear.

Montana Rifle Co. Model 1999 Bolt Action American Standard Rifle

Lot #624 (Sale Order 624 of 688)

Montana Rifle Co. Model 1999 Bolt Action American Standard Rifle with Scope

Features a ramped gold bead blade front and single elevation adjustable standing notch rear express sight on the barrel marked "AVR" on the right of the chamber, and "416 Hoffman" on the left. The receiver features the standard markings and is mounted with a Leupold VX-6 1-6x24 scope on quick detach mounts. The action is fitted into a checkered pistol grip walnut stock with Swiss cheekpiece and Decelerator recoil pad.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% original blue finish with limited handling marks. The stock is fine with scattered dings and scratches, two stress cracks coming off the lower tang, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Scope optics are slightly hazy.

Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

French MAS St. Etienne "MAS 223" FAMAS Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #625 (Sale Order 625 of 688)

French MAS St. Etienne "MAS 223" FAMAS Semi-Automatic Rifle with Accessories

Manufactured in Saint Etienne for Century Arms of St. Albans, Vermont, this is a semi-automatic version of the standard French infantry rifle from 1978 to 2016. Built around 'bullpup' design principles and making active use of composites and alloys, the FAMAS (Fusil d'Assaut de la Manufacture d'Armes de Saint Etienne, Assault Rifle made by MAS) was one of the most distinctive rifles of the Cold War. A limited number were manufactured in semi-auto configuration for the American market in the 1980s, though with limited success. Adjustable blade front and peep rear sights with flip-up night sights, bird cage flash hider, integral carry handle and bipod legs, reversible cheek piece and a rubberized buttplate. Includes an extra magazine (note: the FAMAS uses a proprietary magazine, and is not STANAG compatible), along with a bayonet, cleaning kit, and sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original black finish with a few minor handling marks around the magazine well. Mechanically excellent.

Australian Production L1A1 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #626 (Sale Order 626 of 688)

Rare Australian Production L1A1 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Extremely rare commercial production Australian L1A1 semi-automatic rifle manufactured by the Lithgow Small Arms Factory for export to the United States. Only approximately 175-200 total were ever imported. The rifle is an inch-pattern L1A1, FN-FAL rifle with the distinctive Australian coach wood stock, pistol grip and forearm. The rifle has the Enfield style buttplate with trap, bolt with 'sand-cuts' and folding cocking handle which are unique to British and Australian L1A1 FN-FAL rifles. The barrel has the long flash hider with a lug for a knife bayonet. The rear sight has a folding aperture and is adjustable for elevation. The barrel, frame and receiver have a black phosphate finish. The right side of the frame is stamped: "S.A.F. 830113/AUSTRALIA". The right side of the receiver is marked: "S.A.F. 830113/AUSTRALIA" in two lines below the ejection port, as well as "JOE POYER'S/ANTIQUE FIREARMS/ ORANGE CA." near the frame. The opposite side of the receiver is stamped: "RIFLE, 7.62 mm, L1A1A. Includes letter from Joe Poyer stating the rifle was original sold on May 30th, 1989, bayonet, and sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original phosphate finish with minimal light handling marks. The hold open may need replacement, otherwise mechanically excellent.

Izhevsk Arsenal SVD Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Accessories

Lot #627 (Sale Order 627 of 688)

Very Scarce and Exceptional Izhevsk Arsenal Dragunov SVD Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Scope and Accessories

Introduced in 1964, the SVD was designed around the Soviet doctrine of the infantry sniper; as more and more infantrymen were equipped with submachine guns and assault rifles to meet the demands of close-quarters urban fighting, the loss in overall range was mitigated by issuing full-powered rifles to skilled marksmen permanently attached to infantry squads, who would engage threats outside the reach of the rest of the unit, in addition to thinning out targets of opportunity like officers, NCOs, radiomen, and the like. While NATO forces did not have a comparable unit through the Cold War, the Designated Marksman concept did come into its own during the War on Terror, with repurposed M14s, AR-10/AR-15 derivatives and similar rifles filling the niche. Hooded pin front and tangent rear sights, with the "arrow in triangle" arsenal mark over "1983" and the serial number on the underside of the receiver, with matching bolt carrier, bolt, hammer, safety lever, gas cylinder, receiver cover and trigger housing. Milled receiver, with integral scope rail on the left side. Smooth stock, with vented hand guard and a thumbhole buttstock with clamp-on cheekpiece and a cupped buttplate. Includes an accessories pouch containing 4 extra magazines, a canvas sling, and cleaning kit, as well as a matching number PSO style scope and, bayonet and scabbard.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original black finish with limited handling marks. Wood is also excellent with some dings and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent. Scope and accessories are also excellent with clear optics

SIG Sauer 550-2 SP Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #628 (Sale Order 628 of 688)

Desirable SIG Sauer 550-2 SP Semi-Automatic Rifle with Case and Accessories

This is the commercial version of the Swiss army rifle as imported for only a short time before the 1994 Assault Weapon Ban. Blade front and adjustable drum rear sights with tritium night inserts, a birdcage style flash hider, and forearm mounted folding bipod. The receiver has an ambidextrous safety, standard markings, and Swiss proofs. Ventilated synthetic forearm and pistol grip with a folding bipod and folding skeleton buttstock. Includes box, hard case, scope, bayonet, scabbard, sling, cleaning kit, 13 extra magazines, cartridge deflector, manual, pocket knife, and tool

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original gray finish with minimal handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with a few minor storage and handling marks. Scope optics clear.

Heckler & Koch/ Golden State Arms G3 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #629 (Sale Order 629 of 688)

Excellent Early Production Heckler & Koch/ Golden State Arms G3 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet and Accessories

Made in Germany for the Santa Fe Division of Golden State Arms, these early G3 rifles were only imported for one year as part of H&Ks initial push into the American market. Hooded post front sight, with a four-position drum rear sight. The left side of the magazine well bears the H&K model marking, serial number and "7/62" date, with the left side of the trigger group bearing Golden State's markings and "S/E" marked selector positions. Ribbed and ventilated forearm, with a smooth plastic pistol grip, and fixed buttstock. Includes metal handguard, telescoping stock, "ub" marked training bolt/carrier assembly (training ammo not included), and four extra sealed magazines.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original phosphate finish with cycling wear and limited minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

SIG AMT Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #630 (Sale Order 630 of 688)

Scarce Desirable SIG AMT Semi-Automatic Rifle

A semi-automatic commercial export model of the Swiss SG-510-4 battle rifle, the AMT (American Match Target) was imported by several firms, with this example imported by Benet Arms. In keeping with Swiss military tradition, the 510-4 was built for ranged precision while still being a rugged infantry rifle capable of handling the harsh conditions of alpine warfare and was sought out by nations such as Bolivia and Chile for issue as designated marksman weapons. Post front sight and 600-meter range adjustable peep rear sight, flash hider, swiveling bipod mounted at the front of the ventilated handguard, and a folding carry handle. The receiver is equipped with a "T" shaped cocking handle, "S/1" marked 3-position selector and "5932/SIG/Made/In/Switzerland" on top of the buttstock socket. Equipped with a ribbed plastic pistol grip, walnut forearm and buttstock, and a ribbed steel buttplate.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% original finish with limited handling marks and some spotting on the lower receiver and buttstock socket as well as a few minor dings in the wood. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK-93 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #631 (Sale Order 631 of 688)

Desirable Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK-93 Semi-Automatic Rifle in Factory Desert Camouflage

Manufactured in 1988. Standard markings and features as well as a factory desert camouflage pattern. Includes two extra magazines with standard black finish.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original desert camouflage finish with limited handling marks and a safety drag mark.

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK94 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #632 (Sale Order 632 of 688)

Desirable Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK94 Semi-Automatic Carbine

Manufactured in 1986. Hooded post front sight and rotating four-position drum rear sight, an "0/1" trigger group, textured forearm, ventilated barrel shroud with forward grip, finger groove pistol grip, and skeletonized adjustable stock. Includes an extra magazine.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Central Kentucky Arms AR10 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Lot #633 (Sale Order 633 of 688)

Central Kentucky Arms AR10 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Bayonet

Lower receiver manufactured by Central Kentucky Arms in Cynthiana, Kentucky and mated with a Birmingham proofed upper receiver. Lower receiver marked "7.62MM" near the bolt release as well as "AR10/006864/CENTRAL KY ARMS/CYNTHIANA, KY" on the magazine well. Fitted with bakelite half forearm and metal heat shield and early pattern charging handle. Includes a Artillerie Inrichtingen bayonet.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine overall, retaining 95% original black finish with a few minor handling marks. The furniture set is very good with handling marks and some dings overall. The recoil pad is scuffed, cracked, and worn. The bayonet has some edge nicks, but is otherwise good. Mechanically excellent.

Fabrique Nationale FNC Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #634 (Sale Order 634 of 688)

Scarce Fabrique Nationale FNC Semi-Automatic Rifle with Accessories

Introduced in 1979 with very few imported to the United States. Post front and two leaf peep rear sights with an integral rifle grenade launcher and flip-up grenade sight. Two part frame with the standard maker and import markings on the upper along with a spring loaded dust cover and the right handed "S/1" trigger group on the lower receiver. The upper receiver is fitted with a FN scope. Combination vented metal and ribbed plastic handguard, sling mounts, two position gas regulator, smooth plastic pistol grip, and folding tubular buttstock. With bayonet and scabbard, sling, two extra magazines and bipod.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original black finish with limited minor handling marks. Optics crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Lot #635 (Sale Order 635 of 688)

Desirable Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Manufactured in manufactured in 1979. Standard markings and features. Includes Hensold Wetzlar scope and correct claw mount, a rubberized pouch, leather sling, scope cover, and bayonet and scabbard.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Heckler & Koch PSG1 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Scope

Lot #636 (Sale Order 636 of 688)

Rare Heckler & Koch PSG1 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with Scope, Case, and Accessories

Said to have been developed at the request of West German police units following the Munich Massacre at the 1972 Summer Olympics, where police units lacked the precision shooting ability to effectively neutralize the terrorists to prevent the hostages from being killed. H&K was commissioned to create a high capacity, highly accurate, semi-automatic rifle for military and law enforcement use. Based on the H&K G3 series of rifles with a 26 inch, heavyweight, free floating, stainless steel barrel with polygonal rifling, no provisions for standard fixed sights, low noise bolt closing device (similar to the forward assist on the AR-15). The receiver has integral scope bases with Hensoldt PSG1 6x42 illuminated reticle scope, and adjustable trigger with adjustable shoe. The magazine well is correctly marked "PSG1 44-1171" and dated "IK" (1989), contoured grip with adjustable palm shelf, and fixed polymer buttstock with adjustable comb and length of pull. Includes nylon sling and a metal storage case with fitted interior, containing an HK Loga system tripod, sling, three extra magazines, cleaning tools, and small tools.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 99% original black finish with limited handling evidence. The case is very fine with light wear. The accessories are excellent. Scope optics sharp, with some wear and tear of the lens cup and eyepiece. Illuminator untested. Mechanically excellent.

SIG AMT Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Lot #637 (Sale Order 637 of 688)

Scarce Desirable SIG AMT Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box and Accessories

A semi-automatic commercial export model of the Swiss SG-510-4 battle rifle, the AMT (American Match Target) was imported by several firms, with this example imported by EJK Devco of Houston, Texas. In keeping with Swiss military tradition, the 510-4 was built for ranged precision while still being a rugged infantry rifle capable of handling the harsh conditions of alpine warfare and was sought out by nations such as Bolivia and Chile for issue as designated marksman weapons. Post front sight and 600-meter range adjustable peep rear sight, threaded muzzle, swiveling bipod mounted at the front of the ventilated handguard, and a folding carry handle. The receiver is equipped with a "T" shaped cocking handle, "S/1" marked 2-position selector and "0218/SIG/Made/In/Switzerland" on top of the buttstock socket. Equipped with a ribbed plastic pistol grip, walnut forearm and buttstock, and a ribbed steel buttplate. Includes shipping boxes, two extra magazines, a sling, and a bayonet for a PE-57.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with minimal handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Dr. Wolher Kassel Scope with Mount for SIG PE57

Lot #638 (Sale Order 638 of 688)

Scarce Dr. Wolher Kassel Scope with Mount for SIG AMT

Scope body and mount are parkerized with black on the lens pieces and windage and elevation turrets. The rear lens piece marked "Dr. Wohler/Kassel/4X7/1055." The scope is in a mount for use with the rare SIG AMT semi-automatic rifle. Includes lens cover, sun shades, and box with German shipping label.

Class: Other

Very fine, retaining 90% original parkerized finish and 95% original black finish with handling marks and drag line from locking lever. Scope optics are clear with a crisp reticle. This is the ultimate optic to top of any SIG AMT.

Fabrique Nationale CAL Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #639 (Sale Order 639 of 688)

Desirable Scarce Fabrique Nationale CAL Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured between 1966 and 1975, the CAL (Carabine Automatique Légère) was designed to be both more cost effective and simpler than the widely successful FAL rifle. To achieve this, FN moved away from precision machined components and used cast or stamped parts wherever possible. The action uses a rotating bolt system, unlike the tipping bolt of the FAL. While not commercially successful, its development did lead to the design of the FNC. Post front and two leaf windage adjustable rear peep sights, stamped lower receiver with two position (S/1) fire control group, standard markings on the upper receiver, ventilated, stamped sheet metal handguard, grooved forearm, smooth grip, and fixed buttstock with solid rubber recoil pad. Includes bayonet and an extra magazine.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with limited handling marks. Stock set shows some minor scuffing. Mechanically excellent.

Fabrique Nationale FNC Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Lot #640 (Sale Order 640 of 688)

Scarce Fabrique Nationale FNC Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Introduced in 1979 with very few imported to the United States. Post front and two leaf peep rear sights with an integral rifle grenade launcher and flip-up grenade sight. Two part frame with the standard maker and import markings on the upper along with a spring loaded dust cover and the right handed "S/1" trigger group on the lower receiver. Combination vented metal and ribbed plastic handguard, sling mounts, two position gas regulator, smooth plastic pistol grip, and fixed buttstock. Includes original box and canvas sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with limited handling marks and a few minor scuffs on the buttstock. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with storage and handling marks.

Heckler & Koch USC Semi-Automatic Carbine with Case

Lot #641 (Sale Order 641 of 688)

Desirable Heckler & Koch USC Semi-Automatic Carbine with Case

Manufactured in 2020. The H&K Universal Semi-Automatic Carbine (USC) is the commercial version of the H&K Universal Machine Pistol (UMP). Built on a polymer outer chassis with a steel bolt and barrel assembly, ghost ring blade front and 2-leaf adjustable rear sights, standard markings, and ambidextrous safety. Includes an HK soft case and an extra magazine. Consecutively serialized to the next lot.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Heckler & Koch USC Semi-Automatic Carbine

Lot #642 (Sale Order 642 of 688)

Desirable Heckler & Koch USC Semi-Automatic Carbine with Case

Manufactured in 2020. The H&K Universal Semi-Automatic Carbine (USC) is the commercial version of the H&K Universal Machine Pistol (UMP). Built on a polymer outer chassis with a steel bolt and barrel assembly, ghost ring blade front and 2-leaf adjustable rear sights, standard markings, and ambidextrous safety. Includes an HK soft case and an extra magazine. Consecutively serialized to the previous lot.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original black finish with minimal minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent

Fabrique Nationale FAL Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #643 (Sale Order 643 of 688)

Desirable Pre-Ban Fabrique Nationale FAL Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in Belgium after FN went through the "G Series" debacle with the ATF and made appropriate adjustments to the commercial FAL to pass federal muster. Post front and sliding peep rear sights, internally threaded flash hider that doubles as a mounting point for the attached bipod, hand-adjustable gas system, ribbed short hardwood handguard and smooth plastic pistol grip and buttstock. The receiver is marked: "308 MATCH" on the left and "FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL/MADE IN BELGIUM/GUN SOUTH INC. TRUSSVILLE AL" on the right. The trigger group is the proper 2-position "S/R" markings/configuration. Includes a bipod mounted to the muzzle device and nylon sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original black finish with some scuffs from contact with the bipod and limited minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK93 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #644 (Sale Order 644 of 688)

Desirable Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK93 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in 1982. Standard markings and features with "0/1" selector.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original black finish with limited handling marks, and a few minor scuffs on the furniture. Mechanically excellent.

FNH U.S.A. FN SCAR 17S Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Lot #645 (Sale Order 645 of 688)

FNH U.S.A. FN SCAR 17S Semi-Automatic Rifle with Box

Developed in 2004, the SCAR was selected as a competitor to replace the M16/M4 platform as well as the U.S. military's assorted 7.62mm battle/designated marksman rifles. Standard markings and features as well as a Surefire SOCOM 3 prong muzzle device which allows for use with SOCOM quick attach suppressors. Magpul selector lever. Includes original box.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% original black finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #646 (Sale Order 646 of 688)

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in 1978. Standard markings with a carry handle, casing deflector, and extended paddle style magazine catch. Includes one extra magazine and a green sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% original black finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Barrett M82A1 Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle with Scope and Case

Lot #647 (Sale Order 647 of 688)

Early Production Barrett M82A1 Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle with Scope and Case

Developed in the early 1980s, the M82 series of weapons has been adopted by a number of military forces, where its long range striking power makes it useful for disabling vehicles, detonating enemy ordnance, and sniping at ranges well beyond a conventional rifle. This impressive weapon has the standard Barrett Manufacturing Inc. markings on the left side of the magazine well. Fitted with a heavy fluted barrel with Barrett two chamber chevron muzzle brake, ventilated steel chassis, flip up blade front and rear peep sights, AR style fire controls and checkered grip, and solid rubber recoil pad. With hard case, backpack style soft case, one extra magazine, bipod, cleaning kit, and Swarovski 10x42 scope.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original gray finish with a few minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with a few minor storage and handling marks.

Pauza Specialties P-50 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Case

Lot #648 (Sale Order 648 of 688)

Rare Pauza Specialties P-50 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Case and Extra Magazine

Manufactured in the 1990s, the P-50 was designed by Robert Pauza in Baytown, Texas as an anti-material rifle to compete with the likes of Barret. The rifle was one of the originals to start the trend of "fifty cal fever" as some called it in the 90s. It features a takedown action, hand adjustable, three part gas piston system. This rifle features a rugged, one piece receiver with a carry handle and integrated picatiny rail section and laminate stock. Included is a steel carry case and an extra magazine. All of the metal surfaces on this massive rifle feature a teflon coating. Though the rifle's competitors took off, only thirty-six Pauza P-50 rifles were built before they were discontinued, making this one of the rarest fifty caliber rifles of the modern day.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original black teflon finish with limited handling marks. The stock is also excellent with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine with some storage and handling marks.

Fabrique Nationale "G Series" FAL Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #649 (Sale Order 649 of 688)

Very Scarce Documented ATF Curio And Relic Listed Fabrique Nationale "G Series" FAL Semi-Automatic Rifle with Hensoldt Scope, Bayonet and Accessories

Manufactured in Belgium and imported in the early 60s, the "G Series" FAL rifles had a complicated relationship with the BATFE. Originally cleared for import as semi-automatic rifles, further review of the design led the ATF to conclude that the item was too easy to convert to full-auto; the G-Series FALs were essentially the same firearm as FN's military contract battle rifles, with only some minor part swapping dividing the two. The rifles that had already cleared customs were given a pass, resulting in a limited number of "original" FN FALs available on the American market. This rifle's serial number falls within a range (G1800-G1979) noted as Curio & Relic by the ATF. Post front and adjustable peep rear sights, dust cover mounted Hensoldt ZF4x scope, long flash hider/bayonet lug, and an adjustable gas port with grenade setting. The upper receiver bears the one line Herstal address and "F.A.L. cal. .7.62". Matching serial numbers are present on the upper receiver, pistol grip (sans g prefix), bolt carrier and bolt. Original style "S/R/A" markings are present on the trigger group, with a proper two-position selector switch. The safety sear has been removed. Fitted with a ventilated triangular metal forearm with a bipod, plastic pistol grip, and a wood buttstock with steel buttplate. Includes wooden forend, black plastic forend, Erma .22 caliber conversion kit, grenade launcher, twelve magazines, knife bayonet, and various small parts.

Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus black finish overall with some scratches visible at the rear of the ejection port, a few minor handling marks and clear markings. Mechanically excellent. All accessories are fine to excellent.

SIG Model PE57 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Lot #650 (Sale Order 650 of 688)

Scarce and Desirable SIG Model PE57 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope and Bayonet

This is a very rare semi-automatic commercial model of the Swiss Sturmgewehr 57 that remained in use until approximately 1980. These were imported for only a very short time in the early 1980s. Adjustable blade front and peep rear sight, both folding, with the "Swiss cross in shield" marking on top of the receiver, carry handle, matching numbers on the barrel shroud, receiver and stock, and 2-position selector switch. Integral muzzle break and bayonet lug. Fitted with a winter style flip down extended trigger. Vented metal handguard with folding bipod and ribbed rubber grip section, serrated pistol grip, and straight rubberized buttstock. Includes Kern 4x scope, bayonet and scabbard, and a green canvas sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 97% original black finish with a few scattered handling marks. Mechanically excellent. All accessories are very good to very fine.

Steyr AUG/SA Semi-Automatic Bullpup Rifle with Scope

Lot #651 (Sale Order 651 of 688)

Steyr AUG/SA Semi-Automatic Bullpup Rifle with Scope

Standard markings and features with integral scope. Includes green nylon sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% original black finish with a few minor handling marks. Stock is very fine with some scuffs and wear on the buttpad. Optics clear. Mechanically excellent.

Maadi/Steyr ARM Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #652 (Sale Order 652 of 688)

Maadi/Steyr ARM Semi-Automatic Rifle

Manufactured in Egypt on equipment supplied by the Soviet government. Many claim these to be the closest copy of a Soviet AKM available on the market. Standard markings and features including Egyptian proofs and import mark. Includes green canvas sling.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% plus original black finish with a few minor handling marks. Wood is very fine with some minor dings and scratches scattered throughout. Mechanically excellent.

Pre-Ban Valmet M71S Semi-Automatic Rifle

Lot #653 (Sale Order 653 of 688)

Pre-Ban Valmet M71S Semi-Automatic Rifle

Features a three-prong "wire cutter" flash hider with bayonet lug, hooded post front sight with flip up night post, adjustable tangent rear sight, matching numbers on the left side of the receiver and rear sight base, Valmet maker's mark on left side of receiver, Interarms marking on the right, ventilated checkered polymer forend, checkered pistol grip, and fixed buttstock with serrated Valmet buttplate (buttplate included but broken and not affixed to gu). With a shipping box hand numbered to the gun.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 90% original phosphate finish with scattered handling marks. Stock is very good with scattered handling marks and the previously mentioned buttplate. Mechanically excellent.

Heckler & Koch Model SL8-1 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Lot #654 (Sale Order 654 of 688)

Heckler & Koch Model SL8-1 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Manufactured in 1999. Developed as a civilian, semi-automatic only version of the iconic H&K G36 assault rifle. Features a steel barrel and bolt carrier enclosed in a polymer chassis, Hensoldt G36 style dual optic, standard markings, ergonomic grip, ambidextrous charging handle and safety, adjustable cheek rest, and solid rubber recoil pad. Includes three extra magazines, cleaning kit, and attachable rail with iron sights.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 98% original black finish on the exposed parts. The stock is also excellent with limited handling marks. The red dot sight is in good order, and the magnifying optic shows some minor spotting but is otherwise good. Mechanically excellent.

Mexican Police Contract Prototype Colt Model LE6920 M4 Carbine

Lot #655 (Sale Order 655 of 688)

Mexican Police Contract Prototype Colt Model LE6920 M4 Semi-Automatic Carbine with Box

Manufactured for the Mexican Police Force with most of the examples either never being delivered or returned and subsequently sold commercially. Marked with the seal of Mexico over "S.D.N. MEXICO D.F." on the right of the magazine well, with standard Colt markings and "M4 CARBINE" nomenclature on the left. It shows standard features along with Magpul MOE pistol grip and adjustable stock, MBUS rear sight, and Knight's Armament handguard. Includes the original matching box, an extra Magpul magazine, nylon web sling, and cleaning tools.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retains 99% plus of the original black finish with some scattered light handling marks/scratches. Mechanically excellent. The box is fine with some wear and tear.

Barrett Firearms REC7 Semi-Automatic Carbine with Case

Lot #656 (Sale Order 656 of 688)

Barrett Firearms REC7 Semi-Automatic Carbine with Case

Manufactured without sights with a bird cage flash hider, 9 inch milled aluminum A.R.M.S. S.I.R. handguard with rail top and attaching points on the sides and bottom, flat top upper receiver with deflector and forward assist, and standard markings on the lower receiver. Textured Magpul grip and six position collapsible buttstock. With Barrett soft case and six extra magazines.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% original black finish with scattered minor handling marks. and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Ohio Ordnance Works Inc. M240-SLR Semi-Automatic Belt Fed Rifle

Lot #657 (Sale Order 657 of 688)

Ohio Ordnance Works Inc. M240-SLR Semi-Automatic Belt Fed Rifle with 6x ACOG Scope and Case

Designed as a semi-automatic version of the M240 general purpose machine gun, this rifle shares many of the features of the fully automatic variant. For this rifle however, the design has been modified to operate from a closed bolt. The right side of the receiver features the serial number as well as "M240-SLR CAL. 7.62x51/MANUFACTURED BY/OHIO ORDNANCE WORKS. INC/CHARDON. OHIO". It is fitted with two Picatinny rail sections on either side of the quick change barrel, a ventilated heatshield on top and fold out bipod on the bottom, blade front and folding ladder rear sights, Trijicon ACOG 6x48 optic mounted on top of the feed tray, checkered grips and solid synthetic buttstock. Includes an SKB hard case containing cleaning supplies.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent, retaining 95% original phosphate and 99% plus original Teflon finishes with scattered minor handling marks. The stock and grips are very fine with scattered scuffs and handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Barrett M82A1 Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle with Accessories

Lot #658 (Sale Order 658 of 688)

Barrett M82A1 Semi-Automatic .50 BMG Rifle with Scope and Case

Developed in the early 1980s, the M82 series of weapons has been adopted by a number of military forces, where its long range striking power makes it useful for disabling vehicles, detonating enemy ordnance, and sniping at ranges well beyond a conventional rifle. This impressive weapon has the standard Barrett Manufacturing Inc. markings on the left side of the magazine well. Fitted with a heavy fluted barrel with Barrett two chamber chevron muzzle brake, ventilated steel chassis, flip up blade front and rear peep sights, Simmons 6.5-20X scope, AR style fire controls and checkered grip, and solid rubber recoil pad. With Pelican hard case containing a cleaning kit and an extra magazine, 133 brass casings, 50 BMG Primers, one box of tracer bullets, reloading dies, one ammo can of Talon Manufacturing ball ammunition, one partial ammo can of silver tip ammunition, and two cartridge blocks of ball ammunition.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Very fine, retaining 98% plus original phosphate finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Scope optics are clear. Case is fine with storage and handling marks and an assortment of stickers affixed to the top.

Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Lot #659 (Sale Order 659 of 688)

Pre-Ban Heckler & Koch HK91 Semi-Automatic Rifle with Scope

Manufactured in 1977. Standard markings with a near full coverage dipped digital camouflage (includes optic). The rifle also features a Trijicon ACOG 6x48 optic. Includes four extra magazines which have been dipped to match the rifle and optic.

Class: Modern Long Gun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus dipped camouflage finish with a few minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Scope optics clear with functioning ambient light illumination.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Lot #660 (Sale Order 660 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1966. Standard markings and features. Includes Colt stagecoach box (for nickel SAA with 5 1/2 inch barrel in .44 special).

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% original blue finish and case colors with a few minor handling marks, slight thinning on grip straps a cylinder drag line, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with a split corner and storage and handling marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Lot #661 (Sale Order 661 of 688)

Nickel Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1963. Standard markings and features. Includes a correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with some scattered minor handling marks and faint cylinder drag line. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine with storage and handling marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Lot #662 (Sale Order 662 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured 1971. Standard markings and features. Custom grips marked "C W Groth/1973" on the interior. With correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish and case colors with minimal handling marks (mostly on grips), light cylinder drag lines, and some scattered high edge wear. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with a tape repaired lid corner and some storage and handling marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Lot #663 (Sale Order 663 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1963. Standard markings and features. Includes Colt correct stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with tape repaired lid corners as well as storage and handling marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #664 (Sale Order 664 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1971. Standard markings and features. Includes correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, some spotting on the hammer, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with some storage and handling marks and a repairable split lid corner.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #665 (Sale Order 665 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1973. Standard markings and features. Includes correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, spotting on the hammer, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is good with storage and handling marks, split lid corners and tape repairs.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Engraved and Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army

Lot #666 (Sale Order 666 of 688)

James B. Meek Signed, Engraved, and Gold Inlaid Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1975. Standard markings and features as well as 75% coverage floral scroll engraving and gold inlaid Rampant Colt on the left and small gold inlaid scroll on the right. The butt is signed "Engr. by/JAMES B. MEEK". Includes a renumbered Colt "woodgrain" box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall as embellished by James B. Meek. Retaining 99% plus professionally refinished blue finish with minimal handling marks and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with storage and handling marks and a tear on the top.

Colt Second Generation Buntline Special Revolver with Box

Lot #667 (Sale Order 667 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Buntline Special Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1967. Standard markings and features. One of only 4,060 Second Generation Buntline Specials manufactured from 1957-1976. Includes the original Colt "woodgrain" box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine with storage and handling marks.

Cased Colt Single Action Army Peacemaker Centennial Revolver

Lot #668 (Sale Order 668 of 688)

Cased Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Peacemaker Centennial Commemorative Revolver

Manufactured in 1973 with standard markings and features. Complete with a leatherette commemorative case.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks and a light cylinder drag line. Mechanically excellent. Case is also excellent with limited storage and handling marks.

Cased Engraved Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver

Lot #669 (Sale Order 669 of 688)

John Adams Jr. Signed Engraved Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver with Case

Standard markings with nearly 75% coverage floral scroll engraving with an anchor on either side of the barrel, a birds head intertwined with the engraving on either side of the frame, and a wolf's head hammer. John Adams Jr.'s signature "JA" is found mixed in with a flourish of floral engraving and bands at the muzzle. Fitted with grips by Dan Chesiak. Includes a Colt Blackpowder series box hand numbered to the revolver and a blue velvet lined Colt hardwood case containing a patriotic themed powder flask, Colt's patent bullet mould, combination tool, and cap tin.

Class: Antique

Excellent as embellished by John Adams, with limited handling marks and a tiny patch of oxidation at the base of the front sight. Grips are very fine with a hairline tension crack on the left side, and attractive coloration and grain. Mechanically excellent. The case and all accessories are very fine with limited storage and handling marks.

Two Cased Collector Serialized Colt Dragoon Revolvers

Lot #670 (Sale Order 670 of 688)

Cased Engraved and Gold Inlaid Pair of Consecutively Collector Serialized Colt Blackpowder Series Third Model Dragoon Revolvers with Accessories -A) Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver

Cased Engraved and Gold Inlaid Pair of Consecutively Collector Serialized Colt Blackpowder Series Third Model Dragoon Revolvers with Accessories -A) Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
Both revolvers feature near full coverage floral scroll and wavy line engraving on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap with a gold band at the muzzle and rear of the round portion of the barrel and a gold inlaid perimeter on the barrel flats and sides of the frame. The revolvers also feature consecutive collector serial numbers "DRAG001" and "DRAG002" respectively. Includes a green velvet lined "Colt" hardwood partition case with six compartments containing a cap tin, Colt Patent two cavity bullet and ball mould, "L" shaped combination tool, and Colt's Patent martial themed powder flask.

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Dragoon
BBL: 7 1/2 inch part round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips: smooth
Serial Number: DRAG001
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, an attractive patina on the back strap and trigger guard, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine with storage and handling marks, loose partitions, and high edge wear on the lining.

B) Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver
See "A".

Manufacture: Colt
Model: Dragoon
BBL: 7 1/2 inch part round
Stock:
Gauge: 44
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips: smooth
Serial Number: DRAG002
Class: Antique

Condition: Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, an attractive patina on the backstrap and triggerguard, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #671 (Sale Order 671 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box and Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1956. The included factory letter lists this revolver as having a 5 1/2 inch barrel chambered in .45 Colt, blue finish, and grips not listed when shipped to Glen Allen & Company in Tulsa, Oklahoma on July 24, 1956. Includes original Colt black box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 98% original blue finish with some mild handling marks, light cylinder drag lines, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with some storage and handling marks and a split lid corner.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #672 (Sale Order 672 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box

Manufactured in 1956. Standard markings and features with grips numbered to the gun. Includes Colt black box numbered to a different gun.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 95% plus original blue finish and 97% plus case colors with some minor handling marks light cylinder drag lines, some gray patina on thinned grip straps, and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is fair with storage and handling marks, a glue repair, and some peeling.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Lot #673 (Sale Order 673 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box

Manufactured in 1958. Standard markings and features. Includes original Colt black box and a pair of unnumbered hard rubber grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks and slight traces of a cylinder drag line. Mechanically excellent. Box is fine with some minor storage and handling marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #674 (Sale Order 674 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box

Manufactured in 1956. Standard markings and features with grips numbered to the gun. Includes Colt black box numbered to a different gun.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original blue finish and case colors with a few minor handling marks, some spotting on the hammer, and crisp grip checkering. Box is fair with storage and handling marks, a small portion absent from the front of the lid, and most of the end label remaining. Mechanically excellent.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #675 (Sale Order 675 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box

Manufactured in 1960. Standard markings and features with grips numbered to the gun. Includes original Colt black box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with a tape repair and storage, a couple split lid corners, and handling marks.

Colt 2nd Gen Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter

Lot #676 (Sale Order 676 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Black Box and Factory Letter

The accompanying factory letter lists this revolver as having a 5 1/2 inch barrel chambered in .45 Long Colt with a blue finish and grips not listed when shipped to The W.A. Holt Company Inc. in Houston, Texas on April 2, 1958. Includes original Colt black box and a pair of hard rubber grips.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Very fine overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with a tiny patch of pitting on the bottom of the back strap near the screw, light traces of cylinder drag lines and a couple tiny chips on the attractively aged grip. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with storage and handling marks and a split corner on the lid.

Turnbull/US Fire Arms Classic Cowboy Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #677 (Sale Order 677 of 688)

Doug Turnbull/US Fire Arms Classic Cowboy Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Custom tuned and authentically finished USFA 1873 style single action revolver. The barrel is marked "U.S.F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." on top, "44 W.C.F." on left side with three line, three patent dates on the left frame side. Blue finish with casehardened frame and hammer and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with "US" in an oval at the top. Includes box hand numbered to the gun.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue and casehardened finishes and sharp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is also excellent with limited storage and handling marks.

Engraved Colt 3rd Gen European Model Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #678 (Sale Order 678 of 688)

Factory Engraved Colt Custom Shop Third Generation European Model Single Action Army 9mm Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1991. Standard markings and features with class "A" Germanic scroll engraving. Includes original shipping sleeve and Colt blue box.

Class: Modern Handgun

Exceptionally fine overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish taking on a frost appearance with handling marks, faint cylinder drag line, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is excellent with limited storage and handling marks.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Engraved Colt U.S. Model Third Generation Single Action Army

Lot #679 (Sale Order 679 of 688)

Factory Engraved Colt Custom Shop U.S. Model Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1991. Standard markings and features including factory class "A" American scroll engraving. Includes original shipping sleeve hand marked "1 of 100" and Colt blue box.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, and some spotting on the hammer. Mechanically excellent. Box is very fine with limited handling and storage marks and a couple small cracks in the liner.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #680 (Sale Order 680 of 688)

Nickel Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1967. Standard markings and features. Includes correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 97% plus original nickel finish with some minor handling marks, a frosted appearance to the grip straps, and light cylinder drag line. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with a couple tape repairs and minor handling/storage marks.

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #681 (Sale Order 681 of 688)

Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Stagecoach Box

Manufactured in 1968. Standard markings and features with grips numbered to the gun. Includes correct Colt stagecoach box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish and case colors with limited handling marks, a light partial cylinder drag line, and some slight wear in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with tape repaired lid corners.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Engraved Colt U.S. Model 3rd Gen Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #682 (Sale Order 682 of 688)

Factory Engraved Colt Custom Shop U.S. Model Third Generation Single Action Army Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1991. Standard markings and features including factory class "A" American scroll engraving. Includes original shipping sleeve hand marked "1 of 50" and Colt blue box.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks, some spotting on the hammer, and crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good with large crack in the lining.

Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection

Two Digit Serial Number Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Lot #683 (Sale Order 683 of 688)

Excellent, Rare and Desirable First Year Production Two Digit Serial Number "36" Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Manufactured in 1955. This is one of the earliest production Colt Pythons we have ever offered. The revolver features the iconic six inch barrel with vent rib reading "PYTHON 357/*.357 Magnum CTG*" on the left and "COLT'S PT.F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." on the right, Rampant Colt on the side plate, serrated trigger, checkered hammer, and checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions. Originally designed to be a .38 special target revolver, the Python was introduced as the top of the line model in Colt's double action revolver line. It quickly gained favor with police departments and was found carried by uniformed and plainclothes officers alike, albeit with six inch and four inch barrels respectively. The main feature of production making the revolver stand out is that each part was hand fit, allowing for exceptional accuracy. Per the consignor this revolver has had less than one box of ammunition through it by the original owner.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent, retaining 98% original blue finish with very limited handling marks, mostly at the muzzle, and a very faint cylinder drag line. Grips are very fine with limited handling marks and crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. This is your chance to get a great early Python.

1958 Production Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Lot #684 (Sale Order 684 of 688)

Desirable and Excellent 1958 Production Colt Python Double Action Revolver with Box

Manufactured in 1958. This revolver features a serrated ramp front sight and a fully adjustable rear sight. Fitted with a set of first generation fully checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions. Includes box.

Class: Curio & Relic Handgun

Excellent with 98% of the original blue finish with slight handling marks, some minor wear at the muzzle, and a faint cylinder drag line. The grips are very fine with a few minor dents on the butt. The checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent. Box is very good.

Colt Factory Firearms Collection Python Double Action Revolver

Lot #685 (Sale Order 685 of 688)

Documented Colt Factory Firearms Collection Colt Python Double Action Sample Revolver with Case and Factory Letter

Manufactured in 1974. Features ramp front and adjustable rear blued sights on a vent rib barrel, checkered hammer spur, beveled cylinder front edge and serrated trigger and rear grip strap. Fitted with black checkered soft rubber wraparound grips with gold plated rampant Colt medallion inlays on each side. The right side of the barrel is marked with the standard one line Colt address, and the left side is marked, "PYTHON 357/* 357 MAGNUM CTG*", with the Rampant Colt on the left rear of the frame. The factory letter states that this revolver was housed at the Colt factory as a sample and display model. Complete with a Colt blue plastic case.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent, 99% original nickel plated finish. There is a cylinder drag line and a few overall light scratches and scuffs to the nickel finish with the model and caliber markings on the left side of the barrel having a weak marking, but still clearly visible. The grips are excellent. Mechanically excellent. The Colt blue factory case is also in excellent condition, but is lacking an end label.

Colt All American Model 2000 DA Pistol

Lot #686 (Sale Order 686 of 688)

Rare Factory Documented Prototype from the Colt Archives Collection Colt All American Model 2000 Double Action Semi-Automatic Pistol

Introduced in 1992. Fixed sights, with a loaded chamber indicator installed on the left side of the slide, standard markings and checkered medallion grips. With a Colt factory letter which confirms this pistol's status as an experimental prototype that was retained by the Colt archives.

Class: Modern Handgun

Near new, with some light handling marks overall. Mechanically excellent.

Inlaid and Engraved "Sidewinder" Knife Pistol by Bruce Bump

Lot #687 (Sale Order 687 of 688)

Exceptional, One-of-a-Kind, Master Crafted, Inlaid, and Engraved "Sidewinder" Percussion Knife Pistol by Bruce and Brian Bump with Certificate of Authenticity, Case, and Accessories

When thinking of masterfully crafted and engraved arms we often look to names of the past, such as Boutet, Nimschke, or Alvin White, as if it is an art lost to time. This knife pistol by the father and son duo of Bruce and Brian Bump however, is a prime example that crafting fine arms is not only an art that is alive and well, but thriving. This is a piece that is a true testament to the fact that there are master craftsman among us to this day, capable of producing fine arms that are every bit as functional and beautiful as those legendary makers of the past. This pistol and knife combination is an original design by Bruce Bump, who has been a Mastersmith in the American Bladesmith Society since 2003, and is well known for his stunning blade work, as well as other knife/gun combinations of his own design. This design specifically was awarded "Best Collaboration" at the 2021 International Custom Cutlery Exposition, and Bruce's work has been featured in "Greatest Living Knifemakers" by Shackleford and "Modern Custom Knives: The Great Collections" by Darom. Bruce's son Brian has been engraving professionally since 2014, combining his passions of studying native plants and wildlife with his industrial arts creativity, winning many awards and accolades as an active member of the Firearms Engraving Guild of America. The pistol and knife themselves are a beautifully matched pair, with the knife being holstered on the right side of the pistol and the grip of the knife forming the right grip of the pistol. The knife is held in place by a strong magnet and two guide studs, leaving it easy to be drawn or securely in place with the grip matching up perfectly with the pistol depending on the situation. The pistol is made of hot forged 416 stainless steel and features masterfully executed full coverage engraving by Brian Bump. The most prominent feature being a rattlesnake coiled around the entire pistol, its head and fangs revealed under the right grip when the knife is drawn. The rattlesnake has been beautifully inlaid with gold and rose gold, accenting the distinctive pattern of its scales, as it appears ready to strike at a whiptail lizard which is inlaid with green gold. The remaining space is filled with masterfully executed floral and scroll engraving with some of the plants on either side just above the grips also featuring multicolored gold inlays. The pistol is fitted with blade and notch sights and takes a .32 caliber ball and standard musket caps. The 5 inch blade on the folding bowie knife is of Bruce's own pattern welded Damascus steel and is marked "Bruce D. Bump/M.S." on the right ricasso with engraved fittings matching the pistol. The pistol and knife have matching sambar stag grips with matching engraved inserts, the knife having the right grip and the pistol the left. The set is complete with a handmade artfully distressed oak case with iron fittings, the lid lined in black silk, and the removable tray fitted and lined in claret baize with an engraved "SIDEWINDER" plaque. Included in the case is a double eagle powder flask, cleaning rod, wrench, balls, and rod tips. Also included is a certificate of authenticity from Bruce Bump explaining the details of the pistol and knife and signed by him.

Class: Antique

Excellent as masterfully crafted by artisans Bruce and Brian Bump, showing a bright stainless steel finish and gold inlays overall and crisp engraving. The grips are also excellent showing a very attractive artfully aged appearance. The case shows an attractive distressed look on the exterior with the interior and accessories showing only the slightest wear. A truly stunning work of art from two of the most talented craftsmen of our day!

Linebaugh Custom Sixguns Ruger Blackhawk Single Action Revolver

Lot #688 (Sale Order 688 of 688)

Linebaugh Custom Sixguns Ruger Blackhawk Bisley Single Action Revolver in .500 Linebaugh

The revolver features a heavy barrel and free wheel loading system (cylinder rotates in either direction). The solid walled cylinder is chambered in Linebaugh's own .500 Linebaugh cartridge, one of the most powerful handgun calibers. This big bore caliber is the preferred carry of the company's owner John Linebaugh. Linebaugh serial number "1094" on bottom of the barrel and the back of the cylinder. Includes a Ruger hard case (modifications made to the interior walls to fit the gun) numbered to a different gun.

Class: Modern Handgun

Excellent overall as professionally upgraded, retaining 98% plus blue finish with a few minor handling marks, a faint cylinder drag line, and cylinder front face flash marks. Mechanically excellent.


Premier Firearms Auction - Day 1
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Premier Firearms Auction - Day 1
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