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EXTREMELY RARE, NEAR NEW IN BOX, HECKLER & KOCH / HENSOLDT AIMING POINT PROJECTOR.

Lot #1063 (Sale Order 1 of 302)

These aiming point projectors were made as a result of a joint venture between Heckler & Koch and Hensoldt. They were essentially an early version of today's IR illuminators and flashlights, with the Hensoldt Aiming Point Projector throwing a a circular beam with a dark aiming point in the center for both identification and engagement. This is a second model ZPP, serial number 158360, with a German STANAG claw mount that mounts to HK MP5, HK53, HK 33, and HK G3 rifles. Second variation green painted box with correct cutouts for projector, manual, lens cloth, lens brush, bulb adjustment tool (frequently referred to as as an IR filter), 2 spare bulbs, 2 hex keys, and 5 modern C batteries (which function correctly), all included. Additionally, there is an HK Battery Holder, ID NO 975020, 2 NiCd batteries with HK markings, and an HK battery charger (still in what appears to be the original tape sealed plastic bag). CONDITION: Excellent plus overall, probably New Old Stock, showing only extremely minor marks from handling. Most noticeable marks on battery tube. Operates correctly with clear illumination and aiming point. Case is excellent with minor marks en suite. Less than 100 examples are believed to have been imported into the United States, and finding one in this condition and with accompanying accessories is incredible. EMW

AUSTRALIAN VICKERS PARTS KIT / DISPLAY MACHINE GUN.

Lot #1097 (Sale Order 2 of 302)

Very attractive Australian smooth jacket Vickers display gun made out of a World War II vintage parts set by carefully removing the right sideplate. Left sideplate is held in place by several contemporary bolts. Many parts marked “MA” including the brass feed block and lock. Backplate, recoil plates, crosshead, charging handle, fusee cover, fusee spring, armored booster assembly all are present and appear serviceable. Lock moves within the receiver box albeit with difficulty due to missing right sideplate, and one needs to move the extractor by hand in order to return it to the forward position. Top cover is fixed in the closed position and not forced open incidental to cataloging. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent original blue finish thinning to a grey patina at the high edges. Remnants of masking tale on water jacket. Wood handles are near excellent. Bore is near excellent, shiny, and bright. Bolt face extremely fine. This gun would make a fantastic display while at the same time being a great “donor” gun for Vickers parts should the need arise. THIS IS A NON-GUN AND WILL BE SHIPPED AS PARTS. JWK

VERY SOUGHT AFTER ORIGINAL DU-KOPP MANUFACTURED WWI GERMAN MAXIM MG-08 SLED MOUNT WITH ORIGINAL PADS

Lot #1101 (Sale Order 3 of 302)

It is extremely unusual to find a World War I Maxim MG-08 sled mount with the original pads intact. This sled mount was manufactured by Du-Kopp and retains the legible triangular manufacturer’s plate on the side of the sheet metal. Other key components present are the top strap and rear traverse lock. Oil caps are not present. CONDITION: Most of the original painted finish remains with scattered corrosion throughout. Hinged covers of the spare lock boxes are present and serviceable. The elevation mechanism moves smoothly when actuated as do the rotating legs. 3 of the 4 original canvas pads remain complete and intact. The fourth has a small dime-sized circular hole but remains completely serviceable. Nearly always, the ravages of use, mice, poor handling/storage, or time have taken their toll. In this case one has the rare opportunity to acquire a Du-Kopp manufactured World War I German Maxim MG-08 sled mount in “as found” condition. The discerning Maxim collector will appreciate this sled mount. JWK 2022-3-46

U.S.G.I. M31C PEDESTAL MOUNT WITH 1919/M2HB CRADLE.

Lot #1102 (Sale Order 4 of 302)

U.S.G.I. M31C pedestal mount and 1919/M2HB cradle designed to replace the M25 mount on the US military's MB "Willy's" Jeep. Pedestal mount and cradle are painted green, with the mount exhibiting a data plate stipulating its date of manufacture of 1945. Cradle allows for the use of both .30 caliber Browning 1919 machine guns, as well as the .50 caliber M2HB. CONDITION: Very good, with the pedestal and cradle retaining the majority of their green painted finish, exhibiting some flaking and minor losses overall, with exposed areas showing oxidation. Data plate shows some flaking but is otherwise fine. MLW

COLT MODEL 1928 COMMERCIAL MACHINE GUN TRIPOD.

Lot #1103 (Sale Order 5 of 302)

Colt Commercial machine gun tripod sold with the Colt Model 1928 Commercial water-cooled machine gun. Rear tripod leg is a homemade replacement. Data plate and leather straps are not present. CONDITION: Metal components show oxidation overall. Rear tripod leg shows several holes from oxidation, with the end being bent. Brass components exhibit a dark patina. MLW

(M) FANTASTIC FURR 1/2 SCALE MINIATURE COLT 1876 "CAMEL" GATLING BATTERY GUN.

Lot #1104 (Sale Order 6 of 302)

This extraordinarily attractive half-scale miniature serial number 10 was built by The Gatling Gun Co. and is engraved on the belly with their address. It expertly recreates the iconic 19th century Colt made Model 1876 Gatling Battery Gun, often referred to as a camel gun due to its shortened barrels which reduced weight. It features solid brass construction with 10 exposed 10-1/2" blued round to octagon barrels numbered at each breech "1" through "10" and chambered in .22 LR. Bolts can be removed through the rear as with a full-size Gatling gun. A miniature recreation of the Colt marker plate is attached to top of the body. Standard post front sight and V-notch rear sights are mounted on the right side of frame. Gun is currently mounted on a walnut and brass tripod with elevation adjustment. Complete with a matching Broadwell style drum magazine. CONDITION: Excellent. Brass exhibits a bright polish with light polishing marks and a few minor spots of patina. Barrels retain nearly all of their finish. Matching serial number "10" found on most components. Very fine bright mirror bores displaying strong rifling. Mechanically restored by Douglas Furr in 2017. BAS Accessories: Tripod and magazine Barrel Length: 10 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Furr Model: 1876 Paperwork: Restoration Letter, Instructions Serial Number: 10

COLT GATLING GUN DONUT DRUM MAGAZINE.

Lot #1105 (Sale Order 7 of 302)

Colt Model 1883 Accles feed drum magazine marked "PAT. DEC. 18. 1883.". The drum is made entirely of brass and was designed to hold 104 rounds of .45-70. These Accles feed magazines were effective when clean, however it was too fragile for the stress of field use. If dirt was introduced to the drum, it would obstruct the rotor from turning and something as minor as a small dent in the walls of the drum could disable it completely. These drums are quite scarce, as the US military retired them from use and converted their 1883 model guns back to using the Bruce feed system due to the inadequacy of the Accles system. This example features a side mounted carry handle. CONDITION: The exterior brass displays a nice dark gold patina with scattered scratches and blemishes while the interior rotor exhibits similar patina with scattered areas of rust and pitting. The mechanism rotates properly and the anti-rearward rotation catch also functions correctly. Overall very good. JLD

(M) FANTASTIC HIGHLY DESIRABLE WISE LITE ARMS ROMANIAN PKM SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH TRANSIT CHEST &

Lot #1106 (Sale Order 8 of 302)

Designed in the late 1950s by legendary firearms designer Mikail Kalashnikov, the PK series of general-purpose machine guns have remained a mainstay among frontline Russian armed forces as well as numerous other countries who have either imported or produced their own variants since Russia's initial adoption in the early 1960s. This example was imported by and produced by Wise Lite Arms with meticulously selected parts and components that matched MalColMar's standards of quality. The right side of the receiver is marked "WISE LITE ARMS/ BOYD, TEXAS/ 7.62x54R PKM/ SER # WLA28-GL401", with the left side being marked "ruz", "SAFE", and "FIRE" at the selector switch. Features include a black enamel finish, 24" barrel with integral bakelite carry handle, standard AK pattern front sight, PKM pattern rear sight with graduations from 100 - 1500 meters, bakelite pistol grip, as well as a laminated wood buttstock with a hinged buttplate. All visible numbers are matching. This example is accompanied by its reproduction transit chest containing 1 100-round ammo can, 2 200-round ammo cans, ammo can carrying straps, sling, tarpaulin canvas carrying case, cleaning rod, as well as some additional small parts and components. Also accompanying this example is the original MalColMar manuals, invoice, as well as a letter from MarColMar Firearms owner, Dave Bane, thanking Mr. Knight, Mr. Moody, and Col. Craig for their purchase of MalColMar's semi-automatic PKM. Finally is the cardboard shipping box from MarColMar to Topgun and Sporting Goods in Florida, with invoice identifying this gun by serial number. PROVENANCE: From the collection of esteemed NFA firearms enthusiast and collector J. R. Moody. CONDITION: Near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their black enamel finish, exhibiting a few minor superficial marks overall from handling and storage. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Laminated wood buttstock and bakelite pistol grip are excellent. Transit case is excellent. An extremely fine, near-new example of a highly desirable PKM semi-automatic rifle. MLW Accessories: Shipping Box, Transit chest, Accessories Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x54mmR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Wise Lite Arms Model: PKM Serial Number: WLA28-GL401

(M) EXCEPTIONAL AND SOUGHT AFTER CHINESE NORINCO NDM-86 (DRAGONOV) 7.62X54R SEMI-AUTOMATIC SNIPER RI

Lot #1107 (Sale Order 9 of 302)

NDM-86 semi-automatic rifle manufactured by Norinco in China for commercial sales. The left side of the receiver bears extremely faint stampings stipulating the importer (KFS), as well as the caliber and model designations, with the right side bearing a faint "NORINCO/ CHINA" stamp. Features include a blank enamel finish, milled lower receiver, 24" chrome-lined barrel, flash hider, AK pattern post front sight, AK pattern rear sight, Type-JJJ 4x24mm illuminated optic, laminated ventilated handguard, laminated buttstock, removable leather cheek rest, as well as a CAPCO rubber recoil pad. All numbers are matching, including the receiver, receiver cover, bolt carrier, bolt, selector lever, trigger assembly housing, barrel, handguards, barrel, as well as the gas piston. Rear sight is matching via an electro-penciled inscription on the bottom of the sight leaf. Type-JJJ optic appropriately matches the buttstock's number of "300057". This already scarce rifle is accompanied by a leatherette presentation case that features a velvet interior lining and contains 4 spare magazines, 2 rubber eyecups, sling, cleaning kit, cleaning rod, oiler, screw driver, front sight adjustment tool, as well as a brush. It is important to note that this rifle differs from the later imported examples, with the bottom of the receiver showing scrubbing marks beneath the finish, indicating that it was originally manufactured as a military rifle and had its Chinese military markings removed for commercial sales within the United States. Rifle does not fit in its case when fitted with its rubber recoil pad. PROVENANCE: From the collection of esteemed NFA firearms enthusiast and collector J. R. Moody. CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their black enamel finish, exhibiting some minor superficial handling marks and some light wear on the optic side rail from removal of the scope. Wood furniture is excellent overall. Type-JJJ optic is clear and exterior is excellent. Case is excellent, with some minor superficial exterior wear and the left lid buckle being slightly loose. An exceptional example of a sought after Chinese NDM-86, paired with an extremely scarce deluxe package kit. MLW Accessories: Case with Accessories Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62X54mmR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Norinco Model: NDM-86 Serial Number: 701583

(C) RARE AND DESIRABLE FN FAL G SERIES SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1108 (Sale Order 10 of 302)

This rifle is one of the FN FALs imported by the Browning Arms Company between 1959 and 1963 and is listed in the ATF serial number blocks as being exempt. Left side of the receiver with "V F.A.L. cal. 7,62" marking ('V' faint). Selector switch designed so that it cannot rotate to the automatic selector. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, bolt, bolt carrier, pistol grip. Right side of receiver marked "FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE_HERSTAL BELGIQUE". Adjustable protected post front sight, adjustable aperture rear sights. Walnut vented forearm. Ribbed plastic carrying handle. Long flash hider. Visible Belgian proofs throughout. Buttstock has "30" on underside, just behind lug. CONDITION: Fine overall, with some minor handling marks and scuffs, still retaining the vast majority of finish. Forearm has 2 small cracks on right side near screw hole, measuring approximately 3/4". Distinct silver line between selector positions, and a rub just starting to form at takedown lever. Buttstock is overall very good with some minor marks. Bore is excellent, bright, and shiny with well-defined rifling. Mechanically fine. G Series rifles are very desirable due to their rarity, and this one is no exception. EMW Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm NATO FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: FN Model: FAL Serial Number: G969

(C) SCARCE AND EARLY PRE-BAN HECKLER & KOCH / GOLDEN STATE ARMS SANTE FE DIVISION HK41 SEMI-AUTOMATI

Lot #1109 (Sale Order 11 of 302)

HK41 manufactured by Heckler & Koch and imported by Golden State Arms in Pasadena, California. These HK41 rifles were among some of the first examples imported into the United States in the mid-1960s and are incredibly scarce and sought after among the HK collecting community. The left side of the receiver is stamped "HK41 10B 914" above HK's date code "5/66". The left side of the trigger pack housing is marked "MADE IN GERMANY FOR" "SANTE / FE" (within a chevron) over "SANTE FE DIVISION / GOLDEN STATE ARMS CORPORATION / PASADENA-CALIFORNIA-U.S.A. / CAL. 7.62mm NATO". Safety selector switch is marked "S" and "F". Metal components exhibit a grey-green parkerized finish and are mounted with a black polymer forend, buttstock, and pistol grip. Features include a 17 - 1/2" barrel, birdcage flash hider, 4-position drum rear sight, as well as a hooded HK pattern post front sight. Matching numbers are present on the receiver, trigger pack housing, buttstock, bolt carrier, as well as on the bolt assembly. Top of bolt carrier is stamped "HK 4/66". Rifle is accompanied by a "G3 HK/ 5/62" marked 20-round magazine, a vinyl 2-cell magazine carrier, as well as a brown leather sling. CONDITION: Near new, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied phosphate finish, exhibiting only a few minor marks from handling and storage overall. Mint bore, exhibiting sharp and well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Black polymer furniture is excellent. An exceptionally attractive and high condition HK41 semi-automatic rifle for the discerning HK collector or enthusiast. MLW Accessories: Box, Accessories Barrel Length: 17 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm NATO FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch Model: 41 Serial Number: 10B914

(C) FANTASTIC LOWEST RECORDED SERIAL NUMBER FABRIQUE NATIONALE "G" SERIES FAL SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1110 (Sale Order 12 of 302)

One of only 1,863 FAL rifles manufactured by Fabrique Nationale and imported by Browning Arms Company between 1959 to 1963. This example being the lowest recorded serial number listed in the BATF's Curio & Relics Exemption List as exempted from the provisions of the National Firearms Act in accordance with ATF O 7540.1. This rifle WILL NOT fire full auto despite its "S", "A", and "R" marked selector switch. The left side of the receiver is stamped "F.A.L. cal. 7.62", with "FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'ARMES DE GUERRE_HERSTAL BELGIQUE" stamped on the right side. The serial number "G492" is stamped on the bottom of the receiver, just forward of the magazine well. Metal components exhibit a matte black finish and are mounted with a smooth wood buttstock, as well as a black polymer handguard and pistol grip. Features include a 21" barrel, standard FAL pattern flash hider, bipod, protected post front sight, as well as adjustable peep rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the receiver, bolt carrier, and bolt. Rifle is accompanied by 5 20-round magazines, 1 10-round magazine, 1 magazine loader, a brown leather sling, 2 takedown tools, as well as a taped box labeled "BIPOD". CONDITION: Superb, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory-applied finish, exhibiting some light wear in the magazine well from insertion and removal of the magazine as well as a small spot of wear just to the rear of the ejection port. Mirror bore, exhibiting some oxidation towards the muzzle, but otherwise retaining good rifling throughout. Buttstock shows some minor handling marks overall but is otherwise fine. Polymer furniture is excellent. A fine example of the lowest recorded serial number FN FAL G Series rifle in the BATF's Curio & Relics Exemption List. MLW Accessories: Box, Accessories Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm NATO FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale Model: FAL Serial Number: G492

(M) EXCELLENT PRE-BAN VALMET MODEL M62/S SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1111 (Sale Order 13 of 302)

Highly desirable Model M62/S manufactured by Valmet in Finland as a semi-automatic version of the Finnish military's RK 62 rifle. The left side of the receiver is stamped with the serial number as well as "VALMET / Made in Finland", with the right side bearing stampings stipulating the model and caliber designations above an Interarms import stamp. Metal components are finely milled and are fitted with a polymer "cheese grater" forend and checkered polymer pistol grip. Features include a phosphate finish, 16 - 1/4" barrel, 3-prong flash hider, RK 62 pattern front & rear sights, as well as a distinct fixed tubular buttstock. Magazine is not present. CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory-applied finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial handling marks overall from handling and storage as well as a dragline from operation of the safety selector lever. Mint bore, exhibiting sharp and well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Polymer furniture is excellent overall. A very attractive and high condition example of a sought after Valmet Model M62/S semi-automatic rifle. MLW Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 16 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x39mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Valmet Model: M62/S Serial Number: 147049

(C) RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M8C .50 SPOTTER RIFLE FOR M40 RECOILESS WITH BREN TRIPOD AND ACCESSORIES

Lot #1112 (Sale Order 14 of 302)

Designed specifically for use with the M40 recoilless rifles, the M8C would be mounted on top of the M40 recoilless rifle and would fire a .50 caliber cartridge (12.7x77mm) that featured a ballistic match to the M40's HEAT and HEP rounds. The cartridge featured a point-detonating incendiary filler, which when contacting with its target, created a "puff" of smoke, allowing for a quick follow-up round from the 106mm M40 recoilless rifle below. This example is stamped "RIFLE, SPOTTING, CAL. 50, M8C/ MFD. BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY U.S. PROPERTY" above the serial number "170305" on the top of the receiver, with a small Eagle within a square property stamp present just to the rear of the breech. Metal components exhibit a parkerized finish. This example is accompanied by a Bren tripod with a custom adapter, a spare bolt, 3 magazines, 2 extended magazines, ammo can of approximately 155 rounds of 12.7x77mm ammo, an original box Lake City Arsenal 10-round M48A1 Spotter Tracer ammunition, 2 bags of projectiles, ammo can of approximately 79 spent cartridge cases, as well as an original box of Lake City Arsenal .30 caliber M25 tracer ammunition. CONDITION: Metal components exhibit a mottled gray and brown patina overall, with some areas of original finish remaining in protected areas. Bore is dark within the grooves but otherwise retains well-defined rifling throughout. Tripod shows areas of oxidation overall but is otherwise serviceable. Magazines are all very good to excellent. A rare and very intriguing piece of US anti-tank weaponry, that paired with its fine assortment of accessories and ammunition, will enable one to continue firing at the range. MLW Accessories: Tripod, spare bolt, ammunition, cases, projectiles Barrel Length: 32" Caliber/Bore: 12.7x77mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Springfield Armory Model: M8C Serial Number: 170305

(C) FABRIQUE NATIONALE G SERIES TYPE II FAL SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1114 (Sale Order 15 of 302)

After the controversy regarding the original G series imports, Browning imported a second group of rifles that addressed the issues with the ATF, utilizing a receiver that is not sear cut. Browning imported them circa 1971 for Les Rogak, and are import marked for Browning. This example has the paratrooper wire folding stock, ear protected post front sight, aperture rear sight, with 2 apertures, one marked for 150 meters, second marked for 250 meters. Left side of receiver marked ".308 MATCH", right side with FN rollmark. Right side of magazine well marked with a Browning import mark "BROWNING ARMS CO. / MORGAN, UTAH". Vented composite green-brown forearm. Matching serial numbers observed on bolt, bolt carrier, and barrel. CONDITION: Overall excellent, showing only the most minor marks from handling and storage, with composite handguard and pistol grip with more marks than balance. Mechanically fine, bore is crisp with strong rifling. This is an outstanding condition example of a rare rifle. EMW Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .308 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: FN Model: FAL Serial Number: G13756

(M) GREEN PRE-BAN SIG 551-2 SP SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH FACTORY BOX.

Lot #1115 (Sale Order 16 of 302)

Pre-ban Sig 551-2 SP manufactured in Switzerland and imported by SigArms Incorporated out of Herndon, Virginia. 16" round barrel with integral flash hider chambered in 5.56x45mm. Adjustable gas block with flip-up tritium front sight and factory rotary diopter rear sight with sling. Molded plastic folding stock with ribbed slim handguard and ribbed pistol grip with storage compartment. Sought after factory green finish. Marked with Swiss cross in a shield on top of receiver. Matching serial numbers observed on lower receiver, upper receiver, and bolt. Complete with factory box serial numbered to the gun with factory cleaning kit. CONDITION: Excellent plus, and near mint, with virtually all of the original finishes remaining and evidence of factory grease throughout. Tritium front sight no longer glows. Action is tight and crisp. Bore appears to be unfired. TON Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 16" Caliber/Bore: 5.56x45mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: SIG Model: 551-2 SP Serial Number: 60254

(M) BARRETT M82 .50 BMG SEMI-AUTOMATIC SNIPER RIFLE WITH CASE.

Lot #1116 (Sale Order 17 of 302)

The Barrett M82 is perhaps to most iconic .50 BMG caliber weapon of all time, with its distinct features and the preponderance of use in media. Classic configuration with black finish, 4 port arrowhead muzzle brake, fluted barrel, protected front post flip-up sight, ventilated forearm, bipod, monolithic section of rail welded on top of receiver for mounting of scope, ladder rear sight graduated out to 1500 yards, pistol grip. Mounted with an scope that has a mil-dot reticle, and simply marked "16x42" and with an Asia Optical sticker; it is this cataloguer's suspicion that this is an early Tasco era Super Sniper. Left side of magazine well with manufacturer information. Housed in a Pelican style Starlight case with accessories comprising cleaning kit, manual for rifle, and a plastic sleeve that appears to have held that magazine. CONDITION: Very good overall, with some scattered handling marks from handling, storage, and assembly. Bore has sharp rifling and a few spots of minor abrasion, bolt face is excellent with some evidence of use. Mechanics are crisp. Glass is clear with some spotting that appears to be internal and may clean. A prime setup for a shooting enthusiast looking to reach out and touch something. EW Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 29" Caliber/Bore: .50 BMG FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Barrett Model: M82 Serial Number: 4751

(M) ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL SUPER MAGNUM .300 WIN MAG BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1117 (Sale Order 18 of 302)

Manufactured 1999 as per AI date coding. 26" heavy taper fluted barrel with clamp on 2 chamber compensator. Iconic fixed variation of the Accuracy International polymer thumbhole chassis. Left side of the receiver marked "ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL ENGLAND", right side with AI coding 99 SM 5592 for a Super Magnum manufactured 1999, serial number 5592, and British CP proof. Right side of barrel with "300 WIN" caliber designation. Single stack magazine. Parker-Hale logoed bipod on spigot mount. Bolt and bolt head correctly numbered to the receiver. Scope has a fixed power duplex reticle, but is mounted too low to observe maker marks; given that the bolts are loctited in place, we have elected to leave the scope mounted. Housed in a Starlight branded case with taped on Accuracy International logo, with foam French cut for rifle and 4 magazines, containing manual and small tool. CONDITION: Overall excellent, with some very minor marks from handling and storage, retaining the vast majority of the factory finishes. Bipod spigot has some handling marks, more so than rest of gun but is still excellent and operates properly. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright, with strong, crisp rifling, bolt face is very clean. Scope is clear, case is excellent with range marks. This is a wonderful example of one of the finest sniper rifles ever designed. EMW Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .300 Win Mag FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Accuracy International Model: Super Magnum Serial Number: 5592

IMPRESSIVE 28" BRONZE STRONG SIGNAL CANNON ON FIELD CARRIAGE.

Lot #1118 (Sale Order 19 of 302)

Manufactured by the Strong Fire Arms Co. of New Haven Connecticut, the premier maker of salute and signal cannons during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. It features a large 28" bronze barrel marked above breech "MANF'D/THE STRONG FIRE ARMS/CO/NEW HAVEN, CONN./U.S.A." with the correct Federal style eagle. Standard pivoting breech action with manual extractor chambered for 1 - 1/2" size blank shells. Cannon is mounted on a very unusual wooden field style carriage with brass mounts and 31" diameter spoked wheels with iron tires. CONDITION: Good. Bronze components exhibit a pleasing darkening patina with markings light and some pitting. Carriage has alligatoring and chipping as well, with both wheel hubs cracked but still serviceable. Dark bore. Mechanics function correctly. Trunnion covers are not present. This attractive and imposing signal cannon in uncommon field configuration presents well and would make an excellent addition to any collection! BAS

CORRECTION: The cannon is resting on a non-matching field style carriage with very unusual brass mounts and 31" diameter spoked wheels with iron tires.

AN ATTRACTIVE, ELABORATELY CAST, BRONZE CANNON ON CARRIAGE.

Lot #1119 (Sale Order 20 of 302)

Measures approximately 24 - 1/2" from cascabel to muzzle. Muzzle is slightly swamped, with a reinforcing ring just behind swamp with a decorative band of scroll behind the band, and playful floral geometrics in front. Well-detailed fishform lifting handles, with additional reinforcing rings in front of and behind the handles decorated en suite with ring at muzzle, just of slightly larger scale. Raised vacant shield over the breech, decorated in same elaborate floral style. Reinforcing rings at breech, with raised touchhole, decorated en suite with rest of cannon, while cascabel is knobbed. Mounted in a naval style carriage with scalloped edge decorations and 4 rings for securing the carriage; rear right ring with a short, approximately 12", piece of rope with a brass eyelet that appears to have been with the piece for some time. Wheels retained by lynch pins. Cannon held in place by brass trunnion brackets utilizing retaining pins. Underneath the main body of cannon is a pair of wedges with handles, one large and one small. CONDITION: Bronze has a deep uncleaned rich golden color, with some verdigris forming throughout, particularly in protected areas. Touchhole is currently filled with a deteriorating wooden plug of some kind, but air flows through to muzzle. Carriage is excellent, with attractive handling marks throughout, but solid and highly attractive. Bore has debris but appears serviceable. Rope segment is good with fraying on one end. Walnut tampion that fits correctly is of later manufacture. An attractive example. EMW

(A) A VERY INTERESTING AIR RIFLE, IN THE TRADITION OF KUNITOMO IKKANSAI AND RELATED GUNS.

Lot #1120 (Sale Order 21 of 302)

Prior to the opening of Japan between 1853 and 1867, trading was heavily regulated and primarily done with the Dutch through the port of Dejima. One of the more interesting items that was brought to Dejima was a damaged Scheiffel airgun, which was eventually in the possession of Kyogoku Takamasa, one of the feudal lords of the Tango province. The airgun was eventually shown to Ikkansai Kunitomo, a craftsman who belonged to a long line of gunsmiths and a well-respected inventor. Kunitomo was commissioned to repair the gun, which he did, returning it Kyogoku, but was unsatisfied with the performance and renovated it, having a finished product that he gave to Kyogoku in March of the following year. He also provided a demonstration of the rifle in May, with several leaders and feudal domains submitting orders for rifles; the demonstration is recorded in the Kihoushishyazu, which is particularly interesting as Tadayuki Sakai was very impressed, but Kunitomo was disappointed and indicates that the performance was a fluke. Kunitomo also produced a manual for the manufacturing of these guns in spring of 1819, which he says he wrote because "my gate is crowded every day by persons coming to answer questions about this air gun...I can only say that this (book) pictures an answer for collectors everywhere." Very few guns still exist, but a comparison was written in 1967 which compared a Scheiffel airgun (believed to be the one that Ikkansai duplicated), and 2 other guns attributed to Kunitomo, one called the Kunitomo gun and the other the McKay gun. Both examples are attributed to Kunitomo based on their characteristics, and this example is in the same vein and is very likely that this gun is of the same pedigree, with some distinct advances that Kunitomo or one of the other Japanese gunsmiths were experimenting with. The barrel is made of a brass tube and made without sights, and covered in a wooden sheath, with a brass muzzle device and an iron screw breech. A ramrod with a brass tip and an iron finial is likely the original based on having the appropriate length. The Scheiffel barrel is lined and wrapped in sheet iron with a visible seam, but the Kunitomo barrel is not. While the design of the barrel itself is different (a wood sheath instead of a leather wrap, no sights), the breech side is remarkably similar to Kunitomo and Scheiffel barrels, with a female thread that feeds onto a male thread on face of receiver, but closer to Kunitomo's simpler design instead of the fancier Scheiffel edging. The lock mainspring is in the Japanese style with a distinct downward slope instead of the more forward facing example seen on the Scheiffel lock. The hammer is hooked at the top in a more subdued style, with similar to the Scheiffel and McKay along with Kunitomo's drawing. The mainspring has a squared top that sits in a notch. The trigger spring is an inverted V, with a screw and a single positioning pin very similar to the McKay design. The striker has been upgraded in a rather clever way, shortened from the top and utilizing a lug on the right side that interfaces with a second lug on the inside of the hammer, streamlining the design. When the hammer drops, it forces a strike pin back which opens the valve and discharges the air. The screws also appear to be of a Japanese example, as the threads are only cut to where they need to be and no further. The reservoir is distinctly in Kunitomo's style as it utilizes a leather wrap with visible cord wrapping underneath the leather, brass buttplate, and a brass ring which threads on to action. The valve itself utilizes a square pin like the Scheiffel, but has stacked leather washer, single piece construction, and oval openings much closer to the Kunitomo valve. While none of the known examples have trigger guards, this example does, possibly part of the modernization that was done when the striker was refined. A notch rear sight is mounted to the receiver in its own way; while the Kunitomo and McKay guns use traditional block Japanese sights and the Scheiffel uses a horizontally dovetailed notch sight and no front sight on the barrel, this example has the rear sight dovetailed vertically into the receiver. Additionally, it appears that a front sight may have been on the front brass band at some point and removed, but that is not clear. It seems obvious that this gun utilized some advancements from both the Japanese airguns and the European guns; with Kunitomo publishing a how-to manual, it is also distinctly possible that this gun was made by another Japanese gunsmith and represents their particular designs. Click here to see the full description.

(A) ATTRACTIVE AND ORNATE BONE-INLAID GERMAN FLINTLOCK RIFLE.

Lot #1121 (Sale Order 22 of 302)

Probably Suhl, circa 1760-1780, shows French influence. The swamped, deeply rifled octagon barrel features an ornate notched rear sight with long molded finial. Behind the sight, there is a small floral engraving on the top flat. The early European lock is convex and features an unbridled pan. Rifle has double set triggers. Brass furniture includes a Jaeger trigger guard, 3 ramrod ferrules, and a sideplate similar to those found on Suhl-made military Jaegers. Brass buttplate tang features engraving of mining tools, masonic symbols, and axes. The walnut stock is profusely decorated with inlaid and engraved bone. There are relief panels carved around lock and sideplate, as well as designs around trigger guard, ramrod entry ferule, and barrel tang. There is a small relief-carved floral design in front of the large relief cheekpiece. Rifle is complete with its original sliding wooden patchbox lid inlaid with bone en suite. Horn-tipped wooden ramrod appears to be original. CONDITION: Barrel and lock are mostly cleaned bright in the European manner, showing some light freckling. Lock is in its original flintlock configuration, crisp and functioning well. Brass retains a mellow patina, trigger guard has a filled square where swivel stud once was. Stock very good showing scattered minor marks from use and bruising, a couple minor splinters replaced along barrel. Some inlays are repaired or replaced. A very attractive and well-decorated rifle with early form. DMG Barrel Length: 39 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .64 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: German Model: Flintlock Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) PETER WHITE FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1122 (Sale Order 23 of 302)

Bedford County flintlock Kentucky rifle made by Peter White who worked in Bedford County, Pennsylvania from 1803 to 1819 then from 1819 to 1834 in Uniontown, Fayette County, Pennsylvania. This rifle could have been made at one of the locations and is difficult to tell since White retained his Bedford County style even after his move to Uniontown. Gun has 44 -1/2" octagon .45 caliber barrel with rifle sights signed lightly "PETER WHITE" in script. Unmarked 2-bolt flintlock with single trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including 4-piece brass patchbox with White's daisy finial patchbox and his signature bow and arrow engraved on patchbox lid. Stock has incised line carving around cheek with coin silver floral engraved cheek plate and coin silver thumbpiece. Comes with hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Metal has brown pitted patina surface with lock being a reconversion. Wood has several repairs including a wrist repair and cracked forestock with some plastic wood around tailpipe with some slight burnout around lock from percussion days. Dark pitted bore with functioning mechanics. Rifle displays well and would be a good addition to any Bedford collection. DLM Barrel Length: 44 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Peter White Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED THOMAS ALLISON.

Lot #1123 (Sale Order 24 of 302)

A very fine example of one the best and most desirable Western Pennsylvania Kentucky rifles made by Thomas Allison of New Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania circa 1800. This new to the market rifle features a 44" octagon .32 caliber rifled barrel with rifle sights beautifully signed in script "T. ALLISON". Wallis & Co. marked flintlock with single trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including a 4-piece keyhole finial patchbox with fine engraving, 5 piercings, and a unique bone lid control button in toeplate. Stock has engraved brass saddle plate and brass quill hole plate on toe. Exquisitely engraved Federal Eagle with shield on an oval silver plate on cheekpiece along with 17 asterisks, which may symbolize the 17 states of the United States and would date this rifle to 1803. Stock also has typical Western Pennsylvania clipped wrist silver inlay with the initials "CK" in script. Stock is incised carved behind and around cheek with comet pattern and squiggle molding line along forestock with chip carving along toe. A very fine Western Pennsylvania rifle. CONDITION: Rifle is excellent condition and has some expertly done restoration around lock and on the forestock. Work is so good hard to discern from original. Dark bore with crisp mechanics. A superb never offered for sale Thomas Allison rifle of high quality and condition! DLM Barrel Length: 44" Caliber/Bore: .32 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Thomas Allison Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) HIGHLY INLAID BEDFORD COUNTY J. SNIDER PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE WITH ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1124 (Sale Order 25 of 302)

Extremely rare and highly inlaid Bedford County percussion Kentucky rifle made by Jacob Snider of Liberty Township, Bedford County, Pennsylvania circa 1844. Snider is famous for well-inlaid rifles and for being killed by an ex-James Gang member Jack Bishop while out West mining silver in Georgetown, Colorado. Rifle has 41 -1/2" octagon .38 caliber rifled barrel with silver blade front sight and brass rear notch sight. Barrel has silver inlaid plate marked "WARRANTED J. SNIDER" in script with crosshatch engraving around sight and plate. Hand-forged rat tail lock marked "J. SNIDER" in script with double set trigger control. Curly maple full stock with 50+ German and coin silver inlays with German silver Eagle engraved patchbox with 8 piercings, silver engraved toeplate, sideplate, saddleplate, nosepiece and ramrod ferrules. Brass trigger guard and buttplate with among the silver inlays is an oval silver shield engraved with a Federal Eagle. Comes with original flat-sided powder horn, brass capper, extra hickory rod with worm, bullet mold, and original ramrod with tooled end. A fine rifle of exceptional workmanship. CONDITION: Fine attic condition with no repairs or restoration. Some slight burnout around lock with shootable bore and good mechanics. Accessories are in fine condition. DLM Accessories: Rod, horn, mold and capper Barrel Length: 41 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Snider Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED JOHN FLEEGER.

Lot #1125 (Sale Order 26 of 302)

Western Pennsylvania percussion Kentucky rifle made by John Fleeger of Allegheny, Pennsylvania, who worked from 1831 to 1882. 41 -1/2" rifled octagon .32 caliber barrel signed in script "J. FLEEGER" with rifle sights. Percussion lock marked J.D. LOOMIS & Co. controlled by double set triggers. Curly maple fullstock with brass hardware including a nicely engraved 4-piece Western Pennsylvania keyhole finial patchbox with 5 piercings and Fleeger's fern pattern design on lid. Engraved brass sideplate and toeplate. Stock has channel carving along toe from butt to trigger guard along with typical Western Pennsylvania "S" stamping along forestock. Comes with original hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Overall good with metal having a silvery patina with some areas of surface corrosion. Brass has nice unpolished golden patina. Wood has traces of original finish with no visible restoration or repairs. Dark bore with heavy rifling and crisp mechanics. A very nice example of Fleeger's work. DLM Barrel Length: 41 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Fleeger Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) REMINGTON REVOLVING RIFLE IN .36 CALIBER.

Lot #1126 (Sale Order 27 of 302)

Remington revolving percussion rifle made by E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, New York between 1866 and 1879 with an estimated less than 1,000 made. Octagon blued 28" rifled .36 caliber barrel with serial number 535 in front of loading lever; otherwise unmarked. Serial number "535" is marked on barrel, loading lever, cylinder axle, cylinder, upper and lower frame, and stock. Case hardened frame with blued 6-shot 2 - 3/16" cylinder. Unusual German silver trigger bow and crescent buttplate (correct configuration but usually made of brass or iron). Buttplate has name in script "Mrs. W. H. Yates". Famous painter of the day named "W.H. Yates"; could it be his wife? Correct longer loading lever. Walnut plain stock with crescent German silver buttplate and toeplate. Hard to find rifle. CONDITION: Overall good with 70% fading barrel blue. Cylinder has 40% fading bright blue. 20% fading case colors with balance turning a plum color. Wood has 70% original varnish with light handling and usage marks. Good bore with visible rifling. Good crisp mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Revolving Rifle Serial Number: 535

(A) BEDFORD COUNTY PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE BY DEFIBAUGH.

Lot #1127 (Sale Order 28 of 302)

An extremely long and rare Bedford County Kentucky rifle made by William Defibaugh in Monroe Township, Bedford County, Pennsylvania in circa 1850. Buck-and-ball style half round-half octagon 60" barrel with rifle sights and straight cut rifling. Bedford County hand forged "rat tail" lock with atypical high spur hammer, signed in script "WD" with double set trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including typical Bedford County "Q" finial patchbox with floral engraved lid with hidden release. Stock is decorated with 4 coin silver inlays including an oval cheek inlay with scroll design. Comes with striped trumpet head hardwood ramrod with threaded tip. CONDITION: Overall good, original patina on metal; broken wrist with period repair. Wood retains untouched patina look with usage damage around pins and patchbox with some burnout around lock. Hammer does not hold cock. Pitted bore with visible rifling. A very unusual and rare rifle. DLM Barrel Length: 58 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .50 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Defibaugh Model: Kentucky Serial Number: NSN

(A) EXTRAORDINARY AND RARE CHILD'S KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED PETER W. DIESIN, PHILADEPLIA.

Lot #1128 (Sale Order 29 of 302)

True child's rifles are extremely rare. This circa 1850 example is nearly of identical dimensions to a child's rifle owned by General Tom Thumb. This diminutive rifle measures only 24 - 3/4" overall with a barrel of 13". The length of pull is only 9 - 1/2". The petite octagon barrel features a German silver front blade sight and fancy scalloped adjustable rear sight. Stamped "PETER W. DIESIN" with the "GER" being covered by the rear sight. Below that stamped "PHILADA. PA" The barrel features a hooked patent breech with engraved stars and borders, as well as 3 silver bands. The small back-action lock is brass and decorated with scrolls, lock measures 3". Hammer engraved en suite, as well as bolster face. The brass furniture is all engraved with scrolls and florals. 2-piece shaped patchbox with pineapple finial and lid engraved with a flower. Buttplate measures 3 - 1/4" tall and has an engraved tang. Shaped and engraved toeplate and forend wear plate. Scroll engraved target style trigger guard. Brass barrel key escutcheons are oval. On the left side of the buttstock, there is a German silver dog inlay and an engraved inlaid brass flower. Maple half-stock of classic Philadelphia form with a checkered wrist and ebonized finish. Complete with its original steel ramrod CONDITION: Showing little use, very crisp. Barrel retains its original polish with scattered frosting and oil stains. Breech and hammer retain their darkened case colors. Lock functions properly and is strong. Lockplate and all furniture retain a dark unpolished mustard patina. Stock is excellent, but the fragile finish flakes when touched and the rifle shows flakes missing throughout and some minor areas previously touched in. A very rare and important signed child's rifle. DMG Barrel Length: 12 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .25 smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Peter W. Diesin Model: Child's Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) FINELY DECORATED NORTH CAROLINA PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE MADE FOR AND INSCRIBED TO E.J. PARRISH

Lot #1129 (Sale Order 30 of 302)

Exquisitely silver-mounted half stock Kentucky rifle made for Edward James Parrish by an unknown gunsmith; Parrish was a wealthy tobacco broker in Durham, North Carolina. Rifle has architecture similar to rifles made in the Guilford County area of North Carolina circa the 1850s. 35" octagon .40 caliber rifled barrel with silver blade front sight and rear dovetail notch sight with barrel signed in script in front of sight "J.H. Hampton" whose only location listed as a gunsmith is in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, which does not make any sense for style reasons and geography. Percussion lock with double set trigger control with engraved coin silver backplate. Curly maple half stock with engraved German silver hardware and 13 coin silver inlays including a cheekpiece inlay engraved in script "MADE EXPRESSLY FOR E.J. PARRISH" and a saddle plate with Masonic Compass engraved on it. Comes with letter of history on E.J. Parrish and original ramrod. CONDITION: Overall good with 2 missing diamond silver inlays on forestock with sliver of wood on left side. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. A very decorative and historic rifle with owner provenance. DLM Barrel Length: 35" Caliber/Bore: .40 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Hamilton Model: Kentucky Paperwork: Background on Parrish Serial Number: NSN

(A) W. COOPER INCISED CARVED PERUCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1130 (Sale Order 31 of 302)

Western Pennsylvania incised carved percussion rifle signed "W. COOPER" in script. This rare rifle is about 1 of 5 known rifles made under this name for Cooper, or the tradename Cooper by another maker or makers circa 1850 in the Pittsburgh area. Gun has a 40" octagon .40 caliber barrel signed in script "W. COOPER" with rifle sights. "JOSH GOLCHER" marked percussion lock controlled by double triggers. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including a keyhole finial engraved 4-piece patchbox with 5 piercings. German silver wrist inlay. Stock has incised "COMET" pattern carving behind the cheek with incised squiggle pattern forestock carving and "S" stamping with toe to trigger guard chip carving. Comes with hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Metal has aged surface corrosion with some pitting. Brass has aged appearance with several replaced screws in the patchbox. Stock has old coat of reapplied finish with repaired wrist break. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. Another hard-to-find Western Pennsylvania gun. DLM Barrel Length: 40" Caliber/Bore: .40 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: W. Cooper Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) A. SHENNEFELT PERUCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1131 (Sale Order 32 of 302)

Rare and possibly the only gun known by Andrew Shennefelt, son of Nicholas Shennefelt, of McConnellstown, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, and later Clarion, Pennsylvania. Andrew left the gun business early on and attended Bucknell University and became a Baptist minister. His career as a gunmaker in Clarion lasted from 1850 to 1853 according to Russell Harriger's Book "LONGRIFLES OF PENNSYLVANIA VOLUME I JEFFERSON, CLARION, AND ELK COUNTIES". Gun has 36" octagon .40 caliber rifled barrel with rifle sights stamped "A. SHENNEFELT CLARION, PA". Percussion lock marked "WHITMORE & WOLFF PITTSBURGH" with double set trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including a 'Q' finial 4-piece engraved patchbox with leaf design on lid and 5 coin silver inlays (one possibly added later and is marked with strange patent date). Comes with hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Metal has aged oxidized finish with some surface pitting. Brass has surface corrosion with some discoloration. Stock has been cleaned with traces of black piano finish in protected areas with some cracking along forestock. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. A rare chance to complete a Huntingdon County rifle collection or a Clarion Collection. DLM Barrel Length: 36" Caliber/Bore: .40 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: A. Shennefelt Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) "THE LADY OF OHIO" INSCRIBED PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED T. ALLISON.

Lot #1132 (Sale Order 33 of 302)

Western Pennsylvania Kentucky percussion rifle made by Thomas Allision of New Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania circa 1830 and engraved on the patchbox "THE LADY OF OHIO". Rifle is assumed to have been made for a riverboat captain or pilot on a boat named for such or to be carried on the Ohio River which flows next to Allison's shop; the reason is lost to history! Rifle also comes with booklet of research on original family owners and some history of the rifle including apparent Civil War usage. Gun has 40 -1/2" octagon rifled .36 caliber barrel with rifle sights and barely readable "T. ALLISON" signature in script. Percussion unmarked lock with double set trigger control. Full curly maple stock with strange brass hardware not usually seen on most Allison rifles including small brass nosepiece and extra-wide trigger bow with pinched front pedestal. Reason for these are unknown. Gun has typical Allison 4-piece brass patchbox with Keyhole finial and 5 piercings with lid engraved "THE LADY OF OHIO" with coin silver floral engraved plate on cheek and coin silver thumbpiece with unreadable script initials engraved on it. Comes with hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: Overall in well-used condition with metal turning a brown pitted patina. Brass has several missing pieces in sideplates with cracked toeplate. Wood has wrist repair with stress cracks along forestock. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. A great rifle to further restore and research. DLM Barrel Length: 40 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: T. Allison Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: NSN

(A) GRIMM PROTOTYPE PERCUSSION REVOLVING RIFLE.

Lot #1133 (Sale Order 34 of 302)

Massive unusual percussion revolving rifle marked "GRIMM PROTO- 1854 44 CAL" on the side of the 26" smoothbore .44 caliber octagon barrel with gunsmith-made front sight and gunsmith-made rear flip sight. Spring attached hinged reloading rod with 5-shot cylinder and side hammer case hardened revolving single action similar in configuration to a Colt revolving rifle. Walnut plain stock with brass crescent buttplate and brass Hunter's Star stock inlay. Several gunsmiths with last name "GRIMM" turn up in Seller's with working dates around this time frame with no definite connection to this unusual firearm. CONDITION: Overall good with metal turning a silvery patina with light surface corrosion. Shootable bore with mechanism having to be manually rotated (designed that way). An interesting rifle. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion/Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Grimm Model: Revolving Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) REMINGTON REVOLVING RIFLE WITH FACTORY RIMFIRE CONVERSION.

Lot #1134 (Sale Order 35 of 302)

Remington revolving rifle factory converted to .38 Rimfire and made by E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, New York between 1866 and 1879. 24" octagon .38 caliber rifled barrel, dovetail blade front sight, and rear dovetail graduated combination peep hole and notch sight. Barrel is marked "PATENTED SEPT. 14, 1858 / E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, NEW YORK, U.S.A. / NEW MODEL". Blued single revolving action factory converted to .38 Rimfire with factory 2-piece cylinder and conversion plate with matching number "5" assembly numbers on each piece. Walnut plain buttstock with iron scroll type trigger guard with matching serial number and crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: Good overall with metal starting to turn a silvery patina with traces of blue on action and trigger guard. Wood has traces of original varnish with no visible repairs or restoration. Dark bore with visible deep rifling with crisp mechanics with cylinder having a slight indexing problem when held at different positions. A good solid example. DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .38 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Revolving Rifle Serial Number: 371

(A) SCARCE LEE FIRE ARMS CO SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1135 (Sale Order 36 of 302)

Manufactured by the Lee Fire Arms Co. of Milwaukee, Wisconsin from 1865 to 1866 in limited quantities. These rifles are built with a swing out breech design patented by James P. Lee, known for his later work with the Remington-Lee and Winchester-Lee rifle designs. 28" octagon barrel chambered for .38 rim fire with manual ejector, 2-line address, and open sporting sights. Barrel and receiver are in-the-white. Plain walnut stock with case hardened buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and receiver have been cleaned to a silvery patina with some polishing marks visible in addition to a few spots of cleaned pinprick oxidation. Markings remain crisp. Pivot and tang screws retain significant portions of their original fire blue. Buttplate likewise retains significant portions of its case colors fading to a grey patina. Stock is very good with some scattered impressions, fitting somewhat shy to the buttplate. Very fine bright bore displaying strong rifling. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .38 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Lee Fire Arms Co. Model: Single Shot Rifle Serial Number: 1345

(A) RARE AND FINE WESTLEY RICHARDS MONKEY TAIL CENTERFIRE SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1136 (Sale Order 37 of 302)

1868 dated Westley Richards Monkey Tail centerfire single shot rifle, serial number 337, with only approximately 600 ever produced. According to Westley Richards, there are only 12 known, making this the 13th. 24" round barrel in .45 Centerfire with blade front sight, barrel band placed about 4" from muzzle, "WHITWORTH PATENT" marking forward of rear sight, and graduated carbine ladder rear sight graduated to 800 yards. Plain 1-piece walnut stock with brass mountings, nosecap placed about 1" from muzzle, and period cavalry sling swivel. Crosspin placed about 3 - 1/4" from breech in stock. Stock is marked with "ROB HUGHE'S UNIVERSAL FIREARM WORKS BIRMm." in an oval cartouche on right side near butt. Matching serial numbers found on barrel, frame, tail, and bolt. Birmingham proof and view markings on barrel, frame, and bolt on left side. CONDITION: Very good, with iron assemblies turned a gunmetal grey patina with minor freckling throughout. Brass components are bright as lightly cleaned. Stock has been lightly cleaned with handling marks throughout, and no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .450 Center Fire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Monkey Tail Paperwork: Westley Richards Article Serial Number: 337

(A) RARE REMINGTON BALL AND CLAW PERCUSSION CANE GUN.

Lot #1137 (Sale Order 38 of 302)

Rare Remington rifle cane or cane gun with early 1858 patent marking of J.F. Thomas and E. Remington & Sons Ilion, New York markings on knurled screw-on tip of cane. .32 caliber percussion mechanism with knurled trigger button. Cane is covered in gutta percha with ball-and-claw-shaped handle. CONDITION: Overall very good with metal having an aged silvery patina. Gutta percha has a good aged look with small crack by the button. Dark bore with functioning mechanism. A nice example of a rare item. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .32 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Cane Gun Serial Number: 11

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(A) CASED GUSTAVE YOUNG FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1138 (Sale Order 39 of 302)

1853 vintage Colt 1849 Pocket percussion revolver, serial number 84301. 4" octagon barrel in .31 caliber rifled with cone front sight, desirable hand-engraved "SAML COLT" script barrel address, and hammer notch rear sight. 1-piece plain walnut grips. About 3/4 coverage factory hand engraved by Colt Master Engraver Gustave Young with his foliate arabesque scroll on a punchdot background accented by his famous depiction of a dog's head on the left side barrel flat near wedge screw, wrigglework on trigger guard, and wolf's head on either side of hammer. Cylinder is roll die engraved with standard stagecoach cylinder scene. Rear side of through screws are all engraved with small starbursts. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, and butt. Revolver is complete with a period oak partition case with red cloth interior, an Eley marked cap tin, bullet mold, and powder flask. CONDITION: Good, with virtually all of the original finishes turned a grey patina with scattered minor handling and storage marks throughout. Engraving is sharp and cylinder scene is faint but visible. Grips are slightly shy to frame at top near frame rear. Mechanically fine. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling and abrasion throughout from period use with corrosive black powder. An example of factory engraving by a true master. TON Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .31 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 pocket Serial Number: 84301

(A) HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT 3RD. MODEL COLT DRAGOON CARRIED BY LT. COL. W.W. BLACKFORD, AIDE-DE-CAMP

Lot #1139 (Sale Order 40 of 302)

William Willis Blackford was born on March 23, 1831. He was a Confederate Army officer, Civil Engineer, and a native of Fredericksburg, Virginia who studied engineering at the University of Virginia. He worked as acting chief engineer for the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad. Blackford was 1 of 5 sons of a Virginia editor and banker, all of whom served in the Armies of the Confederacy. At the start of the American Civil War, he was 30 years old. Blackford was married, had 4 children, and was opposed to secession, but nonetheless, in 1861 shortly after Virginia seceded, he enlisted in the 1st Regiment Virginia Cavalry and became aide-de-camp for its commander James Ewell Brown (J.E.B.) Stuart. He was appointed Adjutant of the 1st Virginia Calvary by Stuart on the battlefield of 1st Manassas on July 21, 1861, and a few months later was made Captain. Later on, he held the same rank in the Engineer Corps on Stuart's staff, became a Major of the 1st Regiment, Engineer Troops in 1863 and a Lieutenant Colonel 3 months later. He saw action at Mechanicsville, Cold Harbor, Malvern Hill, Antietam, the great Pennsylvania raid around McClellan's Army, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. Fought in many skirmishes during the siege of Petersburg, and was present at Lee's surrender at Appomattox. Blackford died in 1905. While the events of the Civil War were fresh in his mind, Colonel Blackford, urged by his mother, wrote down his wartime experiences and his relationship with J.E.B Stuart. The manuscript remained in the possession of his descendants until it was published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1945 in the book "War Years with Jeb Stuart". An original copy of the well-acclaimed book accompanies this lot. Colonel Blackford's documented Colt 3rd Model Dragoon revolver, serial number 15187 was manufactured in 1854 and is inscribed on the backstrap "Capt.W.W. Blackford Nov. 5th 1861" This inscription coincides with Blackfords enlistment with the 1st Regiment Virginia Cavalry and is believed to be the revolver he carried throughout the Civil War. Serial number 15187 is a "Civilian" 3rd Model Colt Dragoon with round trigger guard, and rectangular locking bolt slots found on the cylinder. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44 caliber percussion. 1-line block letter address found on top of barrel lug marked, "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-" German silver blade front sight. Blue with case hardened frame, hammer, and loading lever. 1-piece varnished walnut grips. Roll-die Texas Rangers and Indian fight scene on cylinder. Left side of frame marked 2-lines "COLTS / PATENT". Matching serial number 15187 is found on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, loading lever, bottom of cylinder arbor, and the barrel wedge. Brass, silver plated trigger guard, and backstrap. Complete with correct period military-style flap holster. CONDITION: Very fine, turning a pleasing overall gunmetal grey patina, clean overall. All original screws. Faint cylinder scene. Traces of original blue found on barrel lug. Grips show moderate to heavy wear, however, are sound with rounded corners. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is turning dark with strong rifling and scattered abrasions. Holster is fine overall with tight stitching and pliable leather. Overall an incredible Confederate used revolver with remarkable American Civil War history. Belonging to a staff officer of famous Confederate Cavalry General, J.E.B. Stuart. -MKS- Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Paperwork: Book, Binder Serial Number: 15187

(A) PAIR OF COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVERS BUILT FOR CLOSE FRIEND OF SAMUEL COLT, HUGH HARBISON WITH R.L.

Lot #1140 (Sale Order 41 of 302)

Hugh Harbison was born in Ireland on October 26th, 1833, and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1849. He began working for Colt in 1856, and in 1859, Harbison is listed in a Hartford city directory as a bookkeeper at Colt. Additionally, from 1859-1861, he is listed as Secretary and Treasurer of the Union Ferry Company (a firm in which Samuel Colt and E.K. Root were directors). Root is known as Samuel Colt's most valued associate and was Colt's successor as president of the Colt company from 1862-1865. The 1862-1889 Hartford city directories list Harbison as Treasurer of Colt and he continued as Secretary/Treasurer of the Union Ferry Company through 1878. From 1867-1891, Harbison was listed as Secretary of Colt. Harbison was not only all of these positions for the Colt company, as well as a key part of the company's success during the Civil War and Reconstruction Period, but was a close friend of Samuel Colt himself. After Samuel Colt's death, he was the manager of Mrs. Colt's real and personal estate but resigned that position when he retired from the Colt Company. Harbison died in 1903, and, during his time at Colt, he had 2 1851 Navy revolvers built for him, and they are offered for sale in this lot. According to the Wilson letter, these revolvers were originally made with a rare factory rosewood double case, which is no longer present. (A) 1856 vintage Colt 1851 Navy percussion revolver, serial number 50840. 7 - 1/2" octagonal barrel in .36 caliber with Colt New York barrel address, cone front sight, and hammer notch rear. Frame is marked "U.S." underneath Colt patent marking. Cylinder is roll die engraved with the typically seen cylinder scene with the May 1843 victory over the Mexican Navy by the Texas Navy. 1-piece walnut grips with "LCA" cartouche on left side and "RHKW" cartouche on right side. Nickel-plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. CONDITION: Excellent plus, with a generous amount of the original bluing remaining on barrel assembly with scattered minor age-related handling marks throughout and wear forming on high edges. Cylinder scene is crisp and easily legible. Frame, rammer, and hammer retain large amounts of original color throughout. Trigger guard and backstrap retain nearly all of their nickel-plated finish. Grips are excellent, retaining most of their reapplied varnish, and are strong with no major signs of distress. Action needs attention as cylinder will not advance when hammer is pulled rearward. Bore is bright with sharp rifling and modest abrasion near muzzle from use with corrosive black powder. (B) 1856 vintage Colt 1851 Navy percussion revolver, serial number 50836. 7 - 1/2" octagonal barrel in .36 caliber with Colt New York barrel address, cone front sight, and hammer notch rear. Frame is marked "U.S." underneath Colt patent marking. Cylinder is roll die engraved with the typically seen cylinder scene with the May 1843 victory over the Mexican Navy by the Texas Navy. 1-piece walnut grips with "LCA" cartouche on left side and "RHKW" cartouche on right side. Nickel-plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. CONDITION: Excellent plus, with a generous amount of the original bluing remaining with scattered light age-related handling marks throughout. Cylinder scene is crisp and easily legible. Frame, rammer, and hammer retain bright original case colors throughout. Backstrap and trigger guard retain nearly all of their nickel-plated finish. Grips are excellent and retain most of their reapplied varnish throughout with cartouches extremely faint and are strong with no signs of major distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Revolvers are accompanied with R. L. Wilson documentation confirming configuration as well as the personal history of Hugh Harbison, and copies of Colt company documents signed by him. Documentation comes with a blue book-like case titled "The Cased Colt Navy Revolver / Of / Hugh Harbison / Secretary / Colt's PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / Serial no. 50836 & 50840 / U.S. Marked". A high condition pair of Colt 1851 Navy revolvers made for an executive at Colt and friend to the founder himself with documentation by a known authority worthy of the finest Colt collection. TON Barrel Length: (BOTH) 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Colt Model: (BOTH) 1851 Navy Paperwork: (BOTH) RL Wilson Letter with Case Serial Number: (A) 50836 (B) 50840

(A) 2ND MODEL COLT 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH U.S. MARK.

Lot #1142 (Sale Order 42 of 302)

Early Colt 2nd Model 1851 Navy Revolver made by Colt Firearms in 1850. 7 - 1/2" octagon .36 caliber rifled barrel with early brass cone sight and early New York address "ADDRESS SAM-L COLT NEW YORK CITY". Serial number "609" marked on front frame, loading lever, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Correct unmarked wedge with 2nd Model style screw above wedge plate. Cylinder retains excellent Naval battle scene. Case hardened frame is marked with a "U.S." stamp on left side with no martial inspector's markings, and with this being a square-back trigger guard, it is thought that these were purchased for the U.S. Army Medical Corps as mentioned on page 80 of Nathan L. Swayze's book "51 NAVIES". Brass square-back trigger guard with nickel finish and walnut unmarked grips. CONDITION: 80% fading original barrel blue with wear on the corners. Loading lever and frame case colors worn to a silvery patina. Cylinder has very visible scene and markings and is worn to a silvery patina. Trigger guard is worn to brass with traces of original nickel finish. Good original grips with traces of original finish. Good bore with good crisp mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Serial Number: 609

(A) COLT 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1143 (Sale Order 43 of 302)

1863 vintage Colt 1860 Army percussion single action revolver, serial number 139201. 8" round barrel in .44 caliber rifled with German silver blade front sight, single line Colt New York barrel address, and hammer notch rear. Rebated cylinder with naval battle roll die engraved factory cylinder scene. 1-piece plain walnut grips. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, cylinder arbor, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, and butt. Wedge is numbered 7628. CONDITION: Excellent for its age, with an attractive amount of original bluing mixing with a grey-brown patina with scattered light freckling throughout. Rammer has traces of original case colors. Frame retains bright original case colors and has a small crack on left side near gas shield. Grips are very good, with minor finish loss on high edges and typically handled areas. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling and abrasion throughout from period use with corrosive black powder. TON Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Serial Number: 139201

(A) NEW HAVEN ARMS NO. 1 VOLCANIC POCKET PISTOL.

Lot #1144 (Sale Order 44 of 302)

Approximately 850 No. 1 Pocket Pistols were manufactured from 1857 to 1862 by the New Haven Arms Co. which took on production after the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. dissolved. Standard 3 - 1/2" octagon barrel chambered for the .31 rocket ball self-contained cartridge. Top flat stamped "NEW HAVEN CONN. / PATENT FEB. 14, 1854". Blade front sight and V-notch rear. Built on a plain brass No. 1 small frame, which is uncommon as most of these pistols were sold with engraved and plated frames. Grips are 2-piece smooth walnut. CONDITION: Very good. Steel components exhibit a silvery patina with the lever somewhat darker brown. Frame displays a pleasing mottled mustard patina. Grips are very good, retaining the vast majority of their original finish with handling marks throughout. Left grip is numbered several numbers off, but is likely a factory mix up, as they are fit well and show consistent condition. Good bore with strong rifling. Crisp mechanics. BAS Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: No. 1 Pocket Pistol Serial Number: 1625

(A) NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. VOLCANIC NO. 1 POCKET LEVER ACTION PISTOL.

Lot #1145 (Sale Order 45 of 302)

Only approximately 850 No. 1 Volcanic Pocket Pistols were produced from 1857-1862 by the New Haven Arms Company. 4" blued barrel chambered in .31 Rocketball with cone front sight, dovetailed rear, and barrel address reading: "NEW HAVEN CONN." / "PATENT FEB, 14. 1854". Brass frame. 2-piece plain varnished walnut grips. Serial number 1277 can be found on left side of frame underneath grips, and on each grip panel with grips removed. CONDITION: Very good, with barrel and integral magazine tube assembly turned a freckled grey patina with storage marks throughout and visible traces of original bluing in well-protected areas. Brass is an untouched mellow patina. Grips are excellent and well-fitting with no major signs of distress, light finish loss on edges near butt, and left grip darkening with age. Action needs attention as hammer follows firing pin when lever is cycled. Bore is frosted with minor abrasion throughout and well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: No. 1 Pocket Pistol Serial Number: 1277

(A) HIGH CONDITION ARTILLERY MODEL U.S. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1148 (Sale Order 46 of 302)

Colt U.S. Artillery Model Single Action Army revolver, with typically encountered mixed serial numbers. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. This particular example is one of the U.S Cavalry revolvers sent back to Colt for refurbishment that was fitted with a new 5 - 1/2" barrel rather than a cut-down 7 - 1/2" barrel and a new cylinder installed at the Colt Factory. Both cylinder and barrel are inspected by U.S. Ordnance Department sub-inspector Rinaldo A. Carr. Breech of barrel, under the ejector housing is marked "R.A.C" with proof mark "P". The rear face of the cylinder is marked "R.A.C.". The frame, serial number 96458, is inspected by David F. Clark with his inspection stamp "D.F.C." found above the serial number. The trigger guard serial number 6957 is inspected by Orville W. Ainsworth with his inspection stamp "A" under the serial number. Assembly number 2633 found on loading gate with assembly number 2581 found on inside bottom of frame. Frame has 3-line patent dates, with "U.S." stamped on left side. Colt inspector initial "H" found inside hammer slot. Backstrap is serial number 138270 with inspection stamp "K". 1-piece oil-finished walnut stocks with "RAC" cartouch and date 1903 stamped right side. Grip butt is stamped, both sides "R.A.C." Accompanying the revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated March 31, 2017 signed by Beverly Haynes, Historian. Letter documents configuration and original shipment of serial number 96458 being shipped to the United States Government on August 24, 1883 in a shipment of 150 guns of the same type. Letter further documents return to the Colt Factory for refurbishment and barrel change from 7 - 1/2" to 5 - 1/2" and shipment to the Commanding Officer, Springfield Armory, Springfield Massachusetts on July 1, 1903. CONDITION: Excellent with approximately 95% original bright blue on barrel and cylinder. 90+% refurbished blue on trigger guard and backstrap. 85+% bright case color remaining on frame and hammer. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Grips are excellent showing little wear. Overall an extremely nice Artillery. -MKS- Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 96458

(A) ENGRAVED COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1149 (Sale Order 47 of 302)

1893 vintage Colt Sheriff's Model single action revolver, serial number 149065. 4" round barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Centerfire with blade front sight, 2-line barrel address, and frame notch rear. Professionally period engraved in about 75% coverage with New York style scrolls on a punch dot background with accenting wriggle work, sunbursts on either side of gas shield and top of backstrap, stars on bottom of trigger guard and both sides of frame, with checkered panel on backstrap. Exact date of engraving and name of engraver are unknown. 2-piece plain Mother of Pearl grips. CONDITION: Good, with all metal assemblies worn to an even dove grey patina with scattered handling marks. Engraving is sharp. Grips are slightly shy at backstrap but are overall well-fitting with minor age-related cracking near intersection of grips and frame. Action is slightly out of time, but relationship between hammer and sear is crisp. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 149065

CORRECTION: This is a standard model Single Action Army with the ejector rod housing cut away from the frame, barrel has been shortened, and the barrel address is hand engraved.

(A) INCREDIBLE SET CONSISTING OF A WILL & FICK GAMBLING SET AND AN ENGRAVED HOPKINS & ALLEN NO. 4 RE

Lot #1150 (Sale Order 48 of 302)

Born Alice Ivers in England, the woman who came to be known as "Poker Alice" moved to the United States with her family in 1863, when her father, a schoolmaster, moved the family to Virginia. When silver was found in Colorado and people began to flock to the state, Alice was amongst their number. In Colorado, she met and married a mining engineer named Frank Duffield, and the couple moved to Lake City. During the day, while Frank was in the mines, Alice would amuse herself by playing solitaire and simulating card games that she had seen her husband play when the couple went out. With a little cajoling of her husband (and, by some accounts, a stubborn streak that has flared when Frank doubted her ability to play), Alice took a small amount of money to play faro and, after a series of wins that same night, was playing a $25 limit (approximately $500 today), and consistently winning. From then on, Alice gambled regularly and locals learned to respect her as a formidable opponent. Unfortunately, her husband was abruptly killed in a mining mishap, leaving Alice alone. To provide for herself, she continued to gamble but also began to deal, primarily a faro dealer. Around this time is when she acquired the moniker "Poker Alice" from those whose money she took. Perhaps her greatest moment and most noticeable success was in Silver City, New Mexico, when Alice was playing faro, again at a $25 limit, and winning so consistently that the dealer eventually relented, proclaiming that "the bank is closed". In response, Alice began to deal the table to other clientele, taking their money as well; purportedly, she ended that night with approximately $6,000 in cash, which she used to go on a spending spree in New York. She continued to appear around the frontier towns including Cherokee Strike, where she met Jim Masterson, Heck Thomas, and Bill Tilghman, before she ended up in Creede, Colorado, dealing faro at the infamous "Ford's Exchange". It was here that Bob Ford gave Alice a Hopkins & Allen No. 4 Spur Trigger revolver as a gift for her honesty and straight dealing. This revolver is the first item in this lot offered here; in standard configuration with a partly clipped front sight and simple floral engraving throughout. Critically, the grips are engraved "Alice Duffeild" [sic] on left scale, right marked "From Bob Ford". It is housed in a small period leather holster marked "102 / C /32 / 3" on belt strap and decorated around the perimeter with simple geometrics and florals. After Bob Ford was shot by Ed O. Kelley, Alice left for Bachelor City and then Deadwood. In Deadwood she adopted her trademark cigar (which she called "Jackass Ropes") and met W. George Tubbs, another dealer and local player. While Alice and Tubbs were often at odds, after a situation involving Alice saving Tubbs from an intemperate miner who was lunging for Tubbs with a knife by shooting his would-be assailant, the two courted and eventually married. It was during this time that Tubbs presented Alice with the second item in this lot, her own traveling gambling set. The set has a small plaque inset on the inside of the lid reading "Alice Tubbs" and is well equipped to allow Alice to take money in a variety of games. Contents consists of a small mirror with a woman's portrait on the rear (unlikely to be Alice as she reputedly had blond hair, and the portrait is of a woman with dark hair), leather dice cup, an autogiro, a set of dominos, numerous decks of cards, chips, a faro box, a celluloid game marker, a Brigaid cardholder, a scoring pad decorated with the Ponte alle Grazie, a small leather case filled with dice, an Elgin stopwatch, and various tops. In 1906, Alice and Tubbs bought property west of Sturgis, South Dakota until 1910, when a blizzard dealt Tubbs a hand of pneumonia, killing him in days. She pawned her wedding ring to pay for a proper burial in the freezing earth, before winning enough money to buy it back. Still needing to support herself, she opened her own saloon in 1912, where people could gamble and visit prostitutes upstairs. During this time she was married a third time, again ended by his death after just a few short months. The last famous incident Alice was involved in concerned a group of soldiers from Fort Meade who were attempting to solicit Alice's saloon on Sunday, a day that she refused to work (despite her offerings, Alice was resolute throughout her life that the Sabbath was sacrosanct). Click here to see the full description.

(C) PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN .41 COLT CALIBER.

Lot #1151 (Sale Order 49 of 302)

1900 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 202940. 4 - 3/4" barrel. Correct 2-line barrel address. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Chambered in .41 Colt caliber. 2-line patent dates with Rampant Colt motif with circle marked on left side of the frame. 2-piece Mother of Pearl grips. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated November 7, 1980 signed by M.S. Huber, Colt Historian. Letter documents .41/c caliber, 4 - 3/4" barrel, blue finish, grips not listed. Shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett Co. Chicago, Illinois on December 14, 1900 in a shipment of 9 guns of the same type. CONDITION: Excellent overall with approximately 90% original blue, beginning to thin on the cylinder with modest wear at the muzzle. 90% bright original case color, fading on the recoil shield and loading gate. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Grips are very well fitted with lovely color, in excellent condition showing little to no wear. Very nice unmolested screws. Colt introduced the .41 Colt cartridge in a SAA in 1885 making this a fairly early example. Overall a most attractive SAA revolver. -MKS- Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 202940

(A) RARE AND DESIRABLE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY IN .44 RIMFIRE.

Lot #1152 (Sale Order 50 of 302)

Colt Single Action Army manufactured circa 1881, serial number 1809. 7 - 1/2" round barrel with block style single line Hartford, Connecticut barrel address with V-notch frame rear sight and blade front. Chambered for the rare and desirable .44 Rimfire cartridge, with an estimated production of only 1,892 ever manufactured. These revolvers were made in their own separate serial number range and were made in both .44 and .22 Rimfire. Frame is inspector marked with an upside-down "C" underneath rectangular firing pin channel; according to "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore, several revolvers in their survey of this serial number range and configuration with this upside-down factory inspector mark are known. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. Barrel is marked "44" on bottom side near center pin. Trigger guard is marked on left side of front trigger bow "44 CAL". Early donut-style ejector rod head. Correct style hammer and firing pin slot. 1-piece plain ivory grips. Comes with a copy of page 191 of "COLT PISTOLS" by Wilson & Hable with the caption "Rimfire No. 1809 left the Colt plant on March 12, 1881, with one other identical pistol, and is recorded as .44 caliber, nickel finish, shipped to J. T. Moores Sons, New York City. Grips and barrel length were not listed. Finding a rimfire series Single Action in such an excellent state of preservation as No. 1809 is a matter of extreme difficulty." CONDITION: Excellent, as expertly restored with nearly all of the added nickel plating remaining. Nickel plating shows signs of age, with clouding and light handling marks throughout. As noted in "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver", the rimfire SAAs were usually heavily used and typically not cared for and that could explain refinishing during the period. Grips are shy at backstrap but are complete with minor age related cracking at butt. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with crisp rifling. A handsome, extremely collectible, and rare Single Action Army in .44 caliber rimfire. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Copy of pg. 191 of "Colt Pistols" by Wilson & Hable Serial Number: 1809

(A) ANTIQUE SINGLE ACTION ARMY ETCHED PANEL "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER".

Lot #1153 (Sale Order 51 of 302)

1884 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 106015. 7 - 1/2" barrel with much desirable etched panel on left side "COLT'S FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Chambered in .44-40 WCF cartridge. Blackpowder frame with 3-line patent dates. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 1-piece varnished walnut grips. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated December 3, 1996 and signed by Kathleen Hoyt, Colt Historian. Letter documents .44/40 caliber, blue finish, stocks not listed. Shipped to Colt's Patent Fire Arms Mfg. Co. London Agency, 14 Pall Mall, London England on February 25, 1884, in a shipment of 25 guns of the same type. CONDITION: Excellent overall with 85-90% original blue. Backstrap is mostly grey patina. Bright unmolested original screws. Appears someone lightly sanded over the iconic etch panel nonetheless the panel is easily legible. Beautiful walnut grips in excellent condition showing very little wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a very respectable and honest Colt Frontier Six Shooter with most desirable etched panel. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 106015

(C) 1931 COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN SCARCE .38 SPECIAL CARTRIDGE.

Lot #1154 (Sale Order 52 of 302)

1931 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 354338. 5 - 1/2" barrel marked on left side "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 SPECIAL" Only 1,365 pre-War Colt SAA were chambered in .38 Special after 1922. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Factory 2-piece ivory grips with silver medallions. Left side of frame marked with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif. Complete with original Colt maroon box with hinged lid. Box is numbered to the gun with proper end label that reads: "5 - 1/2 COLT'S ARMY S.A. REVOLVER .38 / IVORY BLUE". Accompanying the revolver is a Colt Archival letter dated March 8, 1993, signed by Kathleen Hoyt Colt Historian. Letter documents .38 Colt caliber, 5 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, ivory grips, shipped to Simmons Hardware Co. St. Louis, Missouri. for: Rocky River Hardware Co. on June 13, 1931 in a single gun shipment. CONDITION: Excellent overall with 97-98% original blue remaining. 95% "mottled" original case color. Grips are near mint showing little to no wear with a nice light honey color patina. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a benchmark quality, special ordered Colt Single Action Army revolver. MKS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 354338

(C) RARE, 1 OF 15 KNOWN, 1ST GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH SPECIAL ORDERED 6" BAR

Lot #1155 (Sale Order 53 of 302)

1934 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 355083. Rare 6" special ordered barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Left side of barrel marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Left side of frame marked with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif. 2-piece burl walnut grips with silver inlaid medallions. Collectors generally agree that approximately 15 Single Action Armys were produced with a 6" barrel, and only 6 of those produced have been found. Comes with an original maroon, hinged box with end label marked "6 COLT'S ARMY S.A. REVOLVER .45 / WOOD BLUE" Accompanying Colt archival letter dated November 15, 1972 signed by M.S. (Marty) Huber, Colt Historian. Letter documents .45 caliber, 6" barrel, blue, grips not listed, shipped to W.A. Shroyer Sons Dayton, Ohio on May 17, 1934 in a single gun shipment. Letter further remarks the 6" barrel was special ordered on Colt Factory Order number 13425. This very gun is pictured on page 176 of Graham, Kopec, and Moore's authoritative work "A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER" The authors make a definitive statement: "Though factory records show the stocks as "not listed" after critical examinations, the burl walnut grips, with inlaid silver medallions, have been accepted as original". CONDITION: Near mint overall with 97-98% bright original blue showing just slight edge wear and minimum thinning at the muzzle. Most all the bright original case color remain on the frame and hammer with light fading on the recoil shield and loading gate. Grips are excellent showing minimum wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a benchmark quality example of a very scarce variation of the Colt SAA, worthy of the most advanced collection. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 355083

(C) HIGH CONDITION, TEXAS SHIPPED, PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH SPECIAL ORDERED SLI

Lot #1156 (Sale Order 54 of 302)

1929 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 348661. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Scarce special ordered sling swivel mounted to the butt. Accompanying the revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated March 24, 1970, signed by R.H. Wagner, Spare Parts Supervisor. Letter documents .45 caliber, 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish. Shipped to Zork Hardware Co. El Paso, Texas on October 18, 1929 in a single gun shipment, Letter further notes: "Our records also indicate this arm was supplied with a swivel". CONDITION: Excellent plus overall with approximately 95+% original bright blue with light muzzle wear, and areas of blue loss on the ejector rod housing. The cylinder shows some thinning with light radial lines and moderate wear on the bevels. Approximately 85% original case color with some fading and wear to the recoil shield and loading gate. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Grips show little wear. Overall a high conditioned, special ordered SAA. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory letter Serial Number: 348661

(C) NEAR MINT CONDITION PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1157 (Sale Order 55 of 302)

1927 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 350035. 5 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Replaced 2-piece carved Steerhead ivory grips. Left side of frame marked with 2-line patent dates with Rampant Colt motif. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated April 8, 1993, signed by M.S. Huber, Colt Historian Emeritus. Letter documents .45/c caliber, 5 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips, shipped to Farwell, Ozmun, Kirk & Co. St. Paul, Minnesota on May 5, 1927 in a single gun shipment. CONDITION: Near mint overall with 97-98% bright original blue and brilliant original case color remaining. Replacement grips fit well, with slight gap at the frame. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Overall a benchmark condition pre-War Colt SAA that would be hard to improve on condition. -MKS- Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter, Auction Listing Serial Number: 350035

(C) HIGH CONDITION 1901 VINTAGE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN SCARCE .38 COLT CARTRI

Lot #1158 (Sale Order 56 of 302)

1st generation Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 200400 manufactured in 1901. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Fire blued screws. 7 - 1/2" barrel marked .38 Colt on left side. 1-piece varnished walnut grips. Colt only produced 1,011 SAA revolvers chambered in .38 Colt cartridge until the chambering was temporarily discontinued in 1914. Top of barrel has single line Hartford, Connecticut address. Left side of frame is marked with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif with circle. Revolver is accompanied by a Colt Archival Letter dated January 27, 2003 signed by Kathleen Hoyt, Colt Historian. Letter documents .38 Colt caliber, 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, and walnut grips. Shipped on July 8, 1901 to Gibson & Woodworth in a single gun shipment. CONDITION: Excellent overall with 90-95% bright original high polished blue remaining on the barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, and backstrap. 75-80% case color remaining on the frame and hammer. Beautiful 1-piece walnut grips with 95% original varnish with minimum wear and a couple minor dents. Excellent unmolested original screws showing vivid fire blue finish. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a very attractive investment-grade Colt Single Action Army revolver in a most desirable and scarce caliber. Would be difficult to improve upon. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 200400

(C) HIGH CONDITION PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX & FACTORY LETTER (1927).

Lot #1159 (Sale Order 57 of 302)

1927 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 351270. 4 - 3/4" barrel. Correct 2-line barrel address. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-line patent dates with Rampant Colt motif marked on left side of the frame. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Complete with original hinged, maroon color Colt box numbered to the revolver with correct label information. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival letter dated April 20, 1979, signed by M.S. Huber, Colt Historian. Letter documents .45 caliber, 4 - 3/4" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips, shipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Co. New Orleans, Louisiana on October 31, 1927 in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type. CONDITION: Near mint overall with 98% bright original blue and case color. Faint drag line on cylinder. Some light freckling found on the barrel muzzle. Grips show little to no wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 351270

(C) HIGH CONDITION PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN ORIGINAL BOX.

Lot #1160 (Sale Order 58 of 302)

1929 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 352825. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .32-20 WCF cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-line patent dates with Rampant Colt motif marked on left side of the frame. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Complete with original Colt hinged, maroon box numbered to the revolver with correct label information. Accompanying the revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated December 15, 1989 signed by M.S. Huber, Colt Historian. Letter documents .32-20 caliber, 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips. Shipped to Baker, Hamilton & Pacific Co. San Francisco, California, c/o Provost Bros. on June 18, 1929 in a single gun shipment. CONDITION: Excellent plus overall with 97-98% bright original blue with faint muzzle wear and light radial lines on cylinder. 97% bright original case color with light fading on top strap and recoil shield. Grips show little to no wear. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Excellent unmolested original screws. MKS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 352825

(C) HIGH CONDITION 1929 COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER WITH RARE FACTORY SHIPPED .44 S&W CONVERTIBLE CYLI

Lot #1161 (Sale Order 59 of 302)

1929 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 352795. 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .44-40 WCF cartridge. Left side of barrel roll die marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Complete with special ordered .44 S&W convertible cylinder. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Left side of frame marked with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated August 14, 1989, signed by Kathleen Hoyt, Colt Historian. Letter documents .44-40 caliber, 5 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips, shipped to Clinton W. Reyes on February 12, 1929 in a single gun shipment. Letter also remarks: "Records indicate extra .44 S&W cylinder also shipped." CONDITION: Excellent overall with 95+% original bright blue remaining. Most all the original case remains on the frame and hammer with light fading on the recoil shield and loading gate. Grips are excellent showing little wear. Bore is bright and clean. action is tight and crisp. Additional .44 S&W cylinder retains 95+% bright original blue. Overall a very desirable special ordered Colt Frontier Six Shooter. -MKS- Accessories: Cylinder Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF & .44 S&W FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 352795

(C) BENCHMARK CONDITION PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO EL PASO, TEXAS.

Lot #1162 (Sale Order 60 of 302)

1929 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 353647. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Frame marked left side with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated May 29, 1991, signed by Kathleen Hoyt, Colt Historian. Letter documents .45/c caliber, 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips. Shipped to Momsen-Dunnegan-Ryan Co. El Paso, Texas on December 17, 1929 in a single gun shipment. CONDITION: Near mint overall with 98% bright original blue and vivid case color. No evidence of a cylinder drag line. Unmolested screws. Grips show little to no wear. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Would be most difficult to improve on overall condition. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 353647

(A) ANTIQUE CIVILIAN MODEL COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH U.S. ORDNANCE INSPECTED RAC MARKED

Lot #1163 (Sale Order 61 of 302)

1897 Vintage Colt Single Action Army Revolver, serial number 169775. 7 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 LC caliber, marked ".45 Colt" on left side. This barrel was inspected by U.S. Ordnance Inspector Rinaldo A. Carr. Ordnance sub-inspection stamp RAC is found on the underside breech of the barrel. Mr. Carr was the Principal Sub-inspector for the entire final U.S. contract of 2,000 Colt Single Action Army Revolvers intended for the U.S. Calvary. These revolvers were inspected from November 12, 1889 through September 19, 1890, and were in the serial number range of 131,208 thru 140,361. This civilian revolver serial number 169775 was assembled in 1897 using a surplus military inspected barrel. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Matching serial numbers found on proper major components. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif with circle found on left side of frame. Fire blued screws. Early smokeless style frame with transverse cylinder pin release. This revolver is accompanied with a Colt Archival Letter dated July 13, 1992 signed by M.S. (Marty) Huber, Colt Historian Emeritus. The letter documents .45/c caliber, 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips and shipment to Colt's Patent Firearms Co. San Francisco Agency, San Francisco California in a shipment of 5 guns of the same type. CONDITION: Excellent overall with approximately 92% bright original blue. Most all original case color present on the frame and hammer with slight fading. Grips are excellent showing minimum wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a very interesting variation of the Colt Single Action Army revolver. MKS Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter, Auction Listing Serial Number: 169775

(A) DAVID F. CLARK INSPECTED U.S. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH "BRIDGEPORT" OUTFITTED GUNRI

Lot #1164 (Sale Order 62 of 302)

Included in this lot is an 1880 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 62821. Originally a 7 - 1/2" barrel that has been period cut down to 4 - 7/8" including a frontier gunsmith fashioned brass blade front sight. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 1-piece oil-finished walnut grips. 3-line patent dates and "U.S." stamped on left side of the frame. U.S. Ordnance Department sub-inspection stamp "D.F.C." (David F. Clark) found on the barrel, frame, and cylinder. Faint cartouches visible on grips. Revolver has also been outfitted with the "button" style hammer screw for use with a "Bridgeport" gun rig. Accompanying the revolver is a period-correct cartridge/money belt with the "Patented Pistol Carrier" better known as the 'Bridgeport Rig" installed with 4 copper rivets hammered in place. On January 17, 1882 a patent was granted to Captain Louis S. Flatau, Sheriff of Camp County, Texas for a pistol and carbine carrier which he claimed eliminated the use of a holster for the revolver. This patented carrier consisted of a 2-pronged spring plate which riveted onto a waist belt. The hammer screw of the revolver was substituted by a "button" head screw approximately 7/8" long which fit into the 2-pronged plate on the waist belt. One purpose of this invention was to provide a means of hip firing of the revolver rapidly without the customary draw from the holster. The merits of this invention were first presented to the Secretary of War, Robert Lincoln on March 16, 1882 by Captain Flatau the inventor saying: "I hope you will condescend to take notice of this humble notice to yourself of an invention that will prove of great good to the Army." Flatau also presented testimonials from various lawmen from the state of Texas testifying to the merits of the device. On July 31, 1882 the Government placed an order with Hartley & Graham for 500 of the patent "Pistol Carriers" for trial. By June 26, 1883 the 500 "Pistol Carriers" were delivered to the San Antonio Arsenal. They were issued to non-commissioned officers of the Infantry and the Cavalry for trial. The relative merits of the "Pistol Carrier" were to be ascertained by the commanders of the Infantry companies and Cavalry Troops. As might be expected, the deathblow for the "Patented Pistol Carrier" came from the troops, and is explained in detail in a letter written from Fort Davis, Texas on November 30, 1883 by Captain Robert G. Gunther, reading in part "I consider the carrier inferior to the holster now in use, and the holster issued for trial" Other points objecting to the carrier were: "The revolver was only supported by the hammer screw, which would not be sufficient during stress of duty. The revolver would be exposed to weather, resulting in rusting and washing away the protective oil. The revolver would require constant watching to prevent loss during a days ride. There was no security from accident, as the hammer is exposed and could get caught by any part of the equipment, and most importantly, no trooper who has regard for his horse would shoot from the hip, even if the necessity arose, which would be doubtful.". Thus the U.S Ordnance Department abandoned the idea. The "Pistol Carrier" later became commonly known as the "Bridgeport Rig" due to the device being stamped by the name of the manufacturer "BRIDGEPORT G.I. CO." The "Bridgeport Rig" saw some popularity in the southwestern states by various lawmen and gunmen of the day, however are considered scarce with few original specimens known today. The pistol and gun rig was formally in the collection of early antique firearm collector and author Herschel C. Logan. Mr. Logan authored many gun articles and the book "Underhammer Guns" published in 1960. CONDITION: The revolver is very good overall turning a grey-brown patina overall. Bore is turning dark. Action is tight and crisp. Grips are very fine, showing modest wear. Gun rig shows expected aging, with pliable leather. The pistol carrier, originally nickel plated, is beginning to flake, turning a pleasing brown patina. Overall a scarce and very colorful example of "Old West" gun history. -MKS- Accessories: Bridgeport Rig Barrel Length: 4 - 7/8" (cut down) Caliber/Bore: .45 Long Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter, Provenance Serial Number: 62821

(C) RARE, 1 OF 24, PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN .44 S&W CALIBER.

Lot #1165 (Sale Order 63 of 302)

1938 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 353306. 4 - 3/4" barrel with interesting dual caliber marking, .44 Russian and .44 S&W Special marked on left side of the barrel. Factory documentation lists the revolver as .44 S&W caliber. According to R.L. Wilson's book, "THE BOOK OF COLT FIREARMS" page 252 "TABLE OF PRODUCTION TOTALS BY CALIBER" only 24 pre-war Colt SAAs were chambered in .44 S&W, 154 were chambered in .44 Russian, and 506 chambered in .44 S&W Special. Author David M. Brown agrees with those same production quantities in his book "THE 36 CALIBERS OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY" however, Brown also discusses a .44 S&W Russian chambering with a total production of 12, all of which were London shipped. Subject revolver is blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Left side of frame marked with 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif. Revolver is accompanied with a Colt Archival Letter dated July 7, 1965 signed by R.H. Wagner, Spare Parts Supervisor. Letter documents .44 S&W caliber, 4 - 3/4" barrel, blue finish. Shipped to Hampton's Hardware Co., Port Arthur Texas on February 16, 1938 in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type. Letter further comments: "We are unable to verify the calibre marking (dual calibers) on the barrel of your revolver as records are no longer available giving this information. It is our understanding that some Single Action Army Revolvers were marked in this manner, but we do not know how many." This exact revolver, s/n 353306, is pictured on page 173 of the definitive book, "A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER, THIRTY YEAR ANNIVERSARY EDITION" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. CONDITION: Excellent+ with 95-97% bright original blue overall, a couple miniscule areas of light frosting found on breech/left side of the barrel and light thinning at the muzzle. Most all the original bright case color remains on the frame and hammer with light fading on the recoil shield. Unmolested screws with exception of 1 frame screw. Grips are excellent plus showing minimum wear. Bore is bright. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a near "benchmark" quality example in a rare and desirable variation. -MKS- Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 353306

(C) BENCHMARK CONDITION COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SHIPPED TO THE EAST PROVIDENCE RHODE ISLAND POLICE

Lot #1166 (Sale Order 64 of 302)

1933 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 355094. 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .44-40 WCF. Left side of barrel marked with roll die inscription "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif on left side of frame. 2-piece checkered rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated October 11, 1985 signed by M.S. (Marty) Huber, Colt Historian. Letter documents .44-40 caliber, 5 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, grips not listed (indicating standard rubber grips). Shipped to East Providence, Rhode Island Police Dept. / W.C. Sherman, East Providence Rhode Island on January 30, 1933, in a single gun shipment. (Most likely special ordered due to .44-40 WCF chambering, being unusual for a Police service revolver). CONDITION: Near mint overall. This incredibly high condition Colt shows little to no wear. Probably factory test fired only. Would be most difficult to improve upon. MKS Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 355094

(A) RARE, COLT MODEL 1872 "IMPROVED POCKET POLICE" REVOLVER, HIGHLY EMBELLISHED WITH TIFFANY STYLE S

Lot #1167 (Sale Order 65 of 302)

This rare, exhibition grade Colt is not an altered "conversion" gun, rather a factory-made centerfire Pocket Police revolver. Manufactured by Colt from 1873-1875 with a total production of approximately 6,500 revolvers. Made using leftover components from percussion era Model 1862 Pocket Police revolvers, however, these guns have special frames with later patent date stamps. This revolver, serial number 5772 is marked left side of the frame with 2-line patent dates: "PAT JULY. 25, 1871 / PAT. JULY 2, 1872" same as seen on Model 1871-1872 Colt Open Tops, and very early Colt Single Action Army revolvers. This example is fitted with "Tiffany Style" high relief American Eagle motif grips. Grips are cast in bronze and silver plated, made by Ames Sword Co. of Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. Presentation engraved in nearly full coverage featuring foliate scrollwork and punch dot backgrounds. Believed to be the work of 19th-century master engraver L.D. Nimschke. Engraving nearly identical to the same Model Colt revolver found on page 291, Volume II of R.L. Wilson's book "Magnificent Colts" featuring the collection of Robert M. Lee, which is also attributed to Nimschke. Serial number 5772 is finished in gold with silver-plated cylinder, hammer, and ejector housing, accented with fire blued screws. The special bored through .38 caliber rebated cylinder also features hand-engraved scrollwork. Colt inspector stamp "C" found inside hammer slot. Housed in a presentation-grade rosewood casing with ammunition block, Ivory handled screwdriver and compartment for a box of Colt .38 centerfire ammunition. French fitted to the revolver in burgundy color velvet interior. Lid has inlaid shield with inscription: "JOSEPH S. SPINNEY/TO/JOSEPH B. HILLO/DEC.25th. 1874." A quick research reveals a Joseph S. Spinney that was a prominent shipping merchant and commercial broker who dealt in railroad equipment. Mr. Spinney lived circa 1829-1893 in New York City. There was also a merchant sailing ship built in 1874 named the "Joseph S. Spinney" which sank on it's way from New York to San Francisco in 1892. No information on Joseph B. Hillo was found. Most likely this incredible presentation Colt revolver was embellished and cased by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham in New York, with whom L.D. Nimschke was long associated. CONDITION: Excellent plus with most all the original gold and silver finishes remaining. Most likely unfired as most of the silver is visible inside the cylinder chambers. Slight freckling present on the barrel, mainly from age, not use. This most rare revolver is perhaps one of the best known of its type and is worthy of the most advanced collection. History of this rare presentation Colt deserves further research . -MKS- Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Centerfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1872 Improved Pocket Police Serial Number: 5772

(A) RARE COLT MODEL 1872 OPEN TOP SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER OWNED BY EARLY TEXAS RANGER JOHN FRANK GREE

Lot #1168 (Sale Order 66 of 302)

Rare and desirable Colt Model 1872 "Open Top" revolver, serial number 1817. Sometimes referred to as the Model of 1871-1872 due to the July 25, 1871 and July 2, 1872 patent dates found on the left side of the frame. Actual production dates are believed to have been from February 1872 through June 1873, only a 17 month production period with a total quantity of approximately 7,000 Open Top revolvers produced. 7 - 1/2" barrel, chambered in .44 Rimfire. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 1-piece walnut (Army size) grips. Matching serial number 1817 found on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and cylinder. Roll-die Navy battle scene on cylinder. Much conjecture surrounds the Colt Open Top revolver, mainly due to it specifically being made to accept what was already considered an obsolete metallic cartridge, Winchester's .44 Henry Flat with Stetson swaged bullet. Considering the Open-Top was being manufactured during the same period as the Colt Richards-Mason Conversions of the Model 1860 Armies which were chambered in a cartridge considered superior, the .44 centerfire. One potential reason Colt elected to build these guns could have been to take advantage of the abundant availability of .44 rimfire ammunition, along with the many Winchester Model 1866 carbines and rifles in service. A good case in point is illustrated in the following scenario: John Frank Green along with 19 other men mustered into the newly formed Texas Rangers "Minute Men" Troop V in Boerne, Texas on September 1, 1872. Their pay was $20.00 per month with a few state-issued supplies including a Winchester carbine, cartridges, and a sling. They were to provide everything else they would need, including their own horse, a "six-shooter", food, water, and blankets. The Winchester carbine provided by the State of Texas in 1872 would have been Winchester's Model 1866, chambered in .44 rimfire. At the time, the logical choice for a companion sidearm would have been the newly introduced Colt Model 1872 Open-Top also chambered in .44 rimfire. German-born Johann Gruen who would become John Green, immigrated to Texas in 1846 at the age of six, settling in Fredericksburg. After the early death of both his parents, he worked on local ranches before moving to Bandera County where he raised stock on the Bladen Mitchell Ranch. During the Civil War, Green joined the Frontier Forces for the Confederacy, serving under Capt. Charles de Montel and Capt. Bladen Mitchell. During his years in Bandera and in the Frontier Forces, he became renowned for his Indian-fighting and tracking skills. After the war, Green married Augusta Specht and had three children, William, John, and Mary. They moved to Helotes settlement in Bexar County where he purchased a 100-acre ranch. In Helotes, Green continued his horse-raising business; however continuous Indian raids soon depleted his stock. He joined Texas Rangers Minute Men Troop, Company V of Medina County as a 1st Sergeant, second in command under Lieutenant George Haby, on September 1, 1872, after the State of Texas authorized its formation to protect settlers from Indian Raids. Considered an exemplary frontiersman, accounts of Green's Indian encounters were chronicled in A.J. Sowell's classic book "EARLY SETTLERS AND INDIAN FIGHTERS OF SOUTHWEST TEXAS". Unfortunately, Green was killed by a member of his troop, in what was later described as an accidental shooting. In 2014 a writer and native of San Antonio, Texas, Cynthia Leal Massey authored a well-acclaimed book titled: "DEATH OF A TEXAS RANGER / A TRUE STORY OF MURDER AND VENGEANCE ON THE TEXAS FRONTIER". The book is a fascinating account of John Green's life and his son, William's quest for justice and the truth known surrounding his father's death. A short piece in the July 12, 1873, San Antonio Daily Express noted: "Green was an experienced Indian Fighter and recovered more horses than any man in the section of the county where he lived, consequently, he was much-dreaded by them and all other horse thieves. His death is much regretted and he was otherwise a good man" On Sunday, January 24, 2010 Texas Ranger John F. Green was honored by other Texas Rangers in a grave-side ceremony where they placed the "TEXAS RANGER MEMORIAL CROSS" forever memorializing his grave. Click here to see the full description.

(A) HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT COLT U.S. ORDNANCE SAMPLE REVOLVER OF 1875.

Lot #1169 (Sale Order 67 of 302)

The following Colt revolver, known as the "Ordnance Sample Revolver of 1875" played a significant role in the development of the iconic Colt Single Action Army. On January 23, 1875 Lt. Colonel James G. Benton, Commanding Officer of the U.S Ordnance Department wrote a letter to Colt Manufacturing Company Vice President and General Agent, General W.B Franklin U.S.A. (Ret), notifying Colt of a problem, which Col. Benton referred to as "throwing-by". Benton reports in the event of rapidly cocking Colt's revolver the cylinder would rotate past its intended lock position. General Franklin replied saying "The reason the cylinder does not catch in the bolt slot when quickly revolved is, the bolt-spring is too limber. If therefore you will return at our expense those that are defective in this respect we will at once have the springs changed, and the pistols returned to you.". Colonel Benton replied saying "I have the honor this day to return to you forty-four (44) Colt's Army revolvers, for such alteration will prevent the 'throwing-by' of the cylinder when the pistol is brought to a full cock. I retain the spare parts furnished, which will answer for the new pistols you may send". What transpired next is unclear because no letter of reply from Gen. Franklin has been found, nor do we know the outcome of the 44 guns mentioned in Benton's letter. However we do know, shortly thereafter on January 27, 1875 the Ordnance Department placed an order with Colt for 200 new revolvers that would incorporate Colt's solution for the "throwing-by" problem. This order is documented in records as the "Seventh Contract Extension". General Franklin acknowledges the order with the following reply: "Your letter of 27 inst. ordering 200 Army Revolvers has been received. We are ready now for a sub-inspector. The fact is noted that 1 pistol of the 200 has already been delivered. If you could send an Officer here to confer with our experts on the 'throwing-by' questions perhaps good may result.". General Franklin had a sample revolver made up with a stronger bolt spring sending it ahead of the remaining 199 guns. This revolver, with its improved bolt spring partially alleviated the problem, it did not entirely solve it. Col. Benton responded to Gen. Franklin's request of sending an officer to confer with Colt's experts to resolve the "throwing-by" problem by ordering Captain J.P. Farley to the Colt factory in Hartford. The singular pistol mentioned in Gen. Franklin's reply is the "Ordnance Sample Revolver of 1875" being offered in this lot. Through a collaborated effort with Capt. Farley the "throwing-by" problem was solved. The last correspondence that mentions "throwing-by" is sent from Colt's General Franklin to Colonel Benton dated February 25, 1875 shedding light on a solution: "I send to you by mail today a cylinder with the channel for the bolt enlarged according to a suggestion made by Capt. Farley. The bolt in this case does not reach the cylinder until it gets within the bevel and attains the end that is desired. But with the last two hundred pistols I think the end of preventing throwing by was attained, (stronger bolt springs) and this bevel is so large that I think a little scaring of the cylinder would look better than this large cut (the stronger bolt spring caused radial scaring on the cylinder). A close examination shows where the bolt first touches bevel. But if you think it best to have the larger bevel, we can easily arrange it for any future orders." Hence the larger bolt stops and approaches we know today and can be found on every Colt Single Action Army revolver, both military and commercial manufactured since this significant event in 1875. This important Colt revolver, "The Ordnance Sample Revolver of 1875" is pictured on page 305 of Kopec, Graham, & Moores 30th Anniversary Edition of their definitive book "A Study of The Colt Single Action Army Revolver". The book provides additional and valuable information regarding this revolver and the events that solved the "throwing-by" problem. The subject revolver has all the characteristics of a standard U.S issued Calvary revolver of 1875. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. 1st Model ejector housing. Italic script barrel address with no die breaks. 2-line patent dates and "U.S." marked on left side of the frame. 1-piece walnut grips with Ordnance sub-inspector Samuel B. Lewis cartouche found on the left side. Balance of gun is fully Ordnance sub-inspected with the Lewis single "L" marks found in all appropriate places. Cylinder and barrel display "P" proof marks. Cylinder remains unimproved with small locking notches and without approaches however revolver is outfitted with a stronger locking bolt spring, providing General Franklin's recommended solution. Click here to see the full description.

(A) VERY RARE 1 OF 3 KNOWN PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY "SKELETONIZED" REVOLVERS.

Lot #1170 (Sale Order 68 of 302)

3 skeletonized or cut-away pre-War Colt Single Action Army revolvers produced by the Colt factory are known. 2 of these revolvers were presented to the U.S. Ordnance Department as gifts from Colt. The first of the 3 guns, serial number 15407 was martially marked and presented by General W.B. Franklin U.S.A (Ret.), Colt's Vice President & General Agent to Lt. Colonel James G. Benton Commanding Officer of the U.S. Ordnance Dept. on March 12, 1875, expressly as a gift for the National Armory Museum. The second was a later "civilian" model, serial number 330968, and is now part of the Colt collection of the Connecticut State Library. The third skeleton or cut-away revolver being offered in this lot is the only 1 of 3 to be in private hands and has been in respected Colt Collector Dick Burdick's collection for the past 38 years. This revolver was made up for the Ordnance Department, by Colt, using non-serial-numbered components, including the frame. It is believed to have been an add-on revolver to the 400 repaired SAAs which were shipped to the Ordnance Dept. on January 31, 1896. This revolver was shipped without charge and thus not counted. Mr. Kenneth Moore, well-known co-author of the definitive book "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver" in his analysis of this revolver, found the entry in Colt's ledgers showed there actually were 401 revolvers delivered on January 31, 1896, while the ledgers accounted for only 400 as being repaired on this date. The entry for the 401st revolver was accounted for by 6 dashes (------), being the typical way Colt entered "No Serial Number". Mr. Moore concluded that this special skeletonized revolver, without a serial number was this entry. Skeletonized revolver serial number 15407 was manufactured during the Indian War Cavalry revolver era and has a 7 - 1/2" barrel, while this unnumbered example was manufactured during the Artillery production, Spanish-American War era and has a 5 - 1/2" barrel. Other than barrel lengths the remaining features, most notably the patterns for the cut-outs showing internal mechanism and functions of the 2 revolvers are near identical. Our subject revolver is finished blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 5 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. 1-piece oil-finished walnut grips. Barrel features an 11/16" wide cut-out located approximately 1/2" from the muzzle, exposing the bore and rifling. Left side of frame has multiple cut-outs exposing the barrel threaded to the frame, cylinder pin locking screw, trigger sear, and all functions of cocking and locking the cylinder into fire position. 2 cut-outs on left side of grip exposes hammer roller against the mainspring and the mainspring mounting screw. Cut-outs in the trigger guard provide an additional view of the trigger sear. Colt inspector mark "O" found inside the hammer slot. No assembly number found on loading gate or inside bottom of frame. 2-line, 3-patent dates found on left side of frame. 6-point star found on right side of trigger bow, indicating return to factory for some type repair. Barrel has a 1-line block letter address with "Co." (including period) and R.A.C. ordnance sub-inspector stamp for Rinaldo A. Carr. As expected, no "P" proof is found on barrel or cylinder. The barrel address along with the R.A.C. sub-inspection mark dates the barrel from 1900-1902, or early 1903. Knowing the revolver was delivered in 1896, the subject of factory return/rework is reasonable to conclude included replacement of the barrel. This revolver was featured in the September 1991 issue of Rampant Colt Magazine with an article by Kenneth Moore. It is also pictured on page 155 of the book "Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, a Continuing Study" by John A. Kopec and H. Sterling Fenn. It is also pictured on color plate XXIX of the 30-year anniversary edition of "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver". This is a remarkable Colt revolver and piece of Colt history, however, what is equally as remarkable is the level of research conducted by Dick Burdick and Kenneth Moore which ultimately led to the conclusions stated in this description. Accompanying this rare Colt revolver is 48 pages of original letters and other documents mostly between Dick Burdick and other well-known Colt authorities/collectors spanning an 8-year period of research from 1984 to 1991. Click here to see the full description.

(A) RARE SOUGHT AFTER COLT "PINCH FRAME" SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER, SERIAL NUMBER 58.

Lot #1171 (Sale Order 69 of 302)

Coveted by Colt collectors and the centerpiece of the most advanced collections of Colt firearms is the "Pinch Frame" Single Action Army Revolver. Offered in this lot is serial number 58. Manufactured prior to July 1873 this rare revolver was 1 of 9 in the first commercial shipment of Colt Single Action Army revolvers from Colt to Schuyler Hartley & Graham on September 2, 1873. Included in this historic first shipment were serial numbers 31, 33, 41, 43, 50, 51, 58, 59, and 60, all believed to have been "Pinch Frame" guns. Originally intended for the U.S. Military, the "Pinched Frame" sighting feature was abandoned by the U.S. Ordnance Department, resulting from a July 22, 1873 letter written by Ordnance Inspector, Captain J.R. Edie. Captain Edie recommended that an open flute on the revolver top strap offered a superior sighting picture. The total number of "Pinch Frames" manufactured is unknown however is believed to be around 100 or less. These are the first Single Action Army revolvers manufactured by Colt and all were sold commercially. These first-run single action revolvers have unique features found only on their type. Serial number 58 exhibits all those features being 100% authentic and original in all respects. The first and most iconic feature being the pinched area located at the top strap flute forming a rear sight. Small square bolt locks without approaches on the cylinder. Serial number 58 found on the front face of the cylinder between 2 chambers. Serial number 58 is fully visible on barrel without removing the ejector housing. 1st style ejector housing with squared-off front, inside locating lug, and "bullseye" ejector rod. 2-line patent dates "SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 25, 1871" marked on left side of frame. 7 - 1/2" barrel with German silver front sight. Italic barrel address with no die breaks, fully visible "Co.". No "Bin" or "Assembly" numbers found on the loading gate or bottom of frame. Small size "mounting ears" on backstrap to frame. Long outlined knurl on hammer spur. Pronounced undercut at the recoil shield frame juncture. Larger exposed frame area, with serial number 58 forward of trigger guard. Colt inspector mark "C" found inside hammer slot. Colt inspector mark "C" found on barrel, under ejector housing at threaded mounting hole. No threaded boss for ejector housing mounting screw. Small index mark found on top of barrel. Finished blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 1-piece walnut stocks. Accompanying this historic revolver is a 4-page handwritten letter from well known Colt authority and co-author of the definitive book "A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER" Ron Graham dated November 1, 2007. In this letter Mr. Graham outlines the characteristics and authenticity of serial number 58. CONDITION: Fine overall. Fully functionable. Nice dark brown patina overall. Bright original blue found on barrel under the ejector housing. German Silver front sight has been re-soldered in place. Bore has strong rifling with areas of abrasion. Action remains crisp. Grips show moderate wear showing rounded corners with scattered dents and dings. Overall a respectable example of one of the most sought after and coveted Colt revolvers. Worthy of an advanced collection. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: 58

(C) SET OF 4 NEAR MINT COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY "FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" .44-40 WCF REVOLVERS ALL FROM

Lot #1172 (Sale Order 70 of 302)

There are many legendary stories within the gun collecting community, none more remarkable than the 4 Colts, and their story being offered in this lot. Known as "A FAMILY REUNION" among collectors of Colt's invincible Single Action Army. In the early 1970s well-known collector Mel Guy purchased 2 of these revolvers at the Sahara Antique Gun Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, knowing they were from the same shipment of 4. Later, he found a third gun in the exact same configuration and condition as the pair. At the time he did not know this gun was also from the same shipment. However, his "little voice" said it might very well be, so he purchased it. Mel later ordered a Colt Archival letter to learn the 3rd gun he had purchased was indeed from the same shipment of January 20, 1923. Having 3 guns from a shipment of 4 guns of the same type is a remarkable collecting feat. What came later is even more remarkable. The good fortune of finding the 3 guns launched a relentless search to find the 4th revolver. One evening, after searching for 3 - 1/2 years, Mel received a phone call from another well-known collector/dealer, saying he had found the missing gun. That last revolver is serial number 344413, and was complete with the original box numbered to the gun. In the July 1976 edition of "ARMS GAZETTE" magazine is an article co-authored by Ron Graham and Mel Guy, describing the guns and the story titled "A FAMILY REUNION". A copy of the magazine is included with this lot. Presented here are all 4 revolvers serial numbers, 344537, 344599, 344613, and 344413 including the original box. All 4 guns are configured identically and in surprisingly same condition. Featuring 7 - 1/2" barrels with left side roll die marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40". Finished blue with case hardened frames and hammers. Fitted with grips that are most collectors' favorite, stunning 2-piece checkered walnut with Fleur-de-Lis borders and silver, deep dished Colt medallions. All 4 revolvers have same Colt inspection stamp number "2" located inside the hammer slots. Accompanying the revolvers are 2 sets of Colt Archival Letters, for each serial number. All eight letters document same configurations, sold to F.P. Leffingwell, shipped to Von Lengerke & Antoine, Chicago, Illinois on January 20, 1923 in a shipment of 4 guns of the same type. CONDITION: All 4 revolvers are nearly mint overall, retaining approximately 97% original bright blue and case color. Grips and also near mint showing little to no wear. Actions are tight and crisp. Bores are bright and clean. Serial number 344413 shows blue wear on the barrel left side at the muzzle, possibly from being stored in its original box. These guns simply do not get much better and are worthy of the most advanced Colt collection. -MKS- Accessories: (A) Box Barrel Length: (ALL) 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (ALL) .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: (ALL) Colt Model: (ALL) Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: (ALL) Factory Letter, Arms Gazette Magazine Serial Number: (A) 344413 (B) 344537 (C) 344599 (D) 344613

(A) WONDERFUL COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FLAT TOP TARGET REVOLVER WITH PALL MALL ADDRESS & BISLEY WHITE

Lot #1173 (Sale Order 71 of 302)

First introduced into the Colt catalogues in 1890, the Flat Top Target Models saw unimpressive sales overall, with the majority of sales being sent to England in small shipments. Only approximately 925 Single Action Army Flattop Target Models were produced before the Bisley and Bisley Target Models were announced in 1894-1895, and the Flat Top Single Action Model was dropped from Colt catalogs. This example, manufactured in 1890, was manufactured the same year that Colt began advertising the Flat Top Single Action Army. The left side of the barrel is stamped "450 ELEY.", with the top bearing Colt's single line Pall Mall address. The left side of the frame bears Colt's 3-line patent stamp. Cylinder bears English proofs, with the bottom of the barrel bearing 2 English proofs over "45 M". Major metal components feature a deep and lustrous bluing, with the frame screws, grip screws, and trigger being nitre blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt hard rubber grips that are embossed with the Rampant Colt logo within an oval at the top and an eagle and chief motif at the bottom. The barrel measures 7 - 1/2" and features Metford rifling, as well as the "new shape" front sight, indicating that this is one of the only 12 Single Action Flat Top Target revolvers that were manufactured with this "new shape" front sight. Accompanying this revolver is a printed scan of the Colt records entry stating that 12 Single Action Army Target pistols were manufactured with the "new shape" front sight, as well a Whitehead Cup Challenge Army Bisley medal that is engraved "T.C. COPE." on the rear. Revolver is housed within a contemporary blue Colt factory plastic case. CONDITION: Excellent, as professionally period restored, exhibiting few overall spots of light wear, some spots of extremely light pitting around stampings, as well as some very light cleaned surface oxidation overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting strong rifling throughout. Grips show some light smoothing and a few minor marks from handling and storage but are otherwise fine. Medal shows areas of age-related discoloration but is otherwise very good. Of the 925 Single Action Flat Top Target Model revolvers produced, only 84 were chambered in the .450 Eley cartridge, and only 12 in total featuring the "new shape" front sight, making this an exceptional example of a scarce and highly desirable Colt Single Action Flat Top Target revolver. MLW Accessories: Bisley Medal, Colt hard case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .450 Eley FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Flattop Target Paperwork: Copy of Colt Records Serial Number: 133228

(A) HIGH CONDITION COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SHIPPED TO SAN FRANCISCO COLT AGENCY IN 1898.

Lot #1174 (Sale Order 72 of 302)

1898 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 176522. 7 - 1/2 inch barrel chambered in .44-40 WCF with roll die inscription "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on left side of barrel. Early smokeless style frame with transverse cylinder pin release. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Two-line patent dates and Rampant Colt motif with circle on left side of frame. Two-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Fire blued screws. Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated January 27, 2003 signed by Kathleen Hoyt Colt Historian. Letter documents .44-40 caliber, 7 - 1/2 inch barrel, blue finish, rubber grips and shipment to Colt's Patent Fire-Arms Mfg. Company, San Francisco Agency, San Francisco California on February 24, 1898 in a shipment of 25 guns of same type. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining 93-95% bright original blue. Grip forestrap mostly blue/grey patina. 80-85% original case colors on frame and hammer. Beautiful unmolested fire blue screws. Excellent grips showing minimum wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a very attractive, high condition "transition" Colt Frontier Six Shooter. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 176522

(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT BISLEY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO ABERCROMBIE & FITCH (1913).

Lot #1175 (Sale Order 73 of 302)

Bisley Model revolver manufactured by Colt in 1913. The top of the barrel bears Colt's single line address with "(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT" stamped on the left side. Left side of frame bears patent information followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame and hammer are case color hardened, with the barrel, grip straps, and trigger guard being blued. Frame screws, cylinder pin screw, and trigger are nitre blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece stag handle grips. Matching numbers are present on the frame and trigger guard, as well as on the butt. Matching assembly numbers are present on the rear of the frame and loading gate. Revolver is accompanied by a Colt factory letter, listing a 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, and "Not Listed" stocks. Factory letter indicates that this example was sent in a single shipment to Abercrombie & Fitch Company in New York, New York on April 23rd, 1913. CONDITION: Very good overall, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory applied finish, exhibiting some areas of light wear, some scattered marks from handling and storage overall, as well as some small scatter spots of very light inactive oxidation. Frame retains strong case coloring, with a small area of loss on the right side. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Stag handle grips are very good overall. An extremely attractive example of a Colt Bisley revolver that was shipped to Abercrombie & Fitch. MLW Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 326682

(C) CUSTOM ENGRAVED COLT BISLEY MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN FITTED CASE.

Lot #1176 (Sale Order 74 of 302)

1901 Vintage Colt Bisley Model Single Action revolver, serial number 215442. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .41 Colt cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Loading gate has a blue finish. 2-piece Mother of Pearl grips. Professionally and profusely hand engraved with foliate scrollwork featuring punch dot backgrounds. Engraver or time of the engraving is unknown. Colt shipping records do not exist for this serial number. Housed in a deluxe French-fitted case marked "COLT" on lid. CONDITION: Excellent overall with most of the reapplied finishes remaining. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. MKS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley SAA Paperwork: Paperwork Serial Number: 215442

(C) COLT BISLEY SHERIFF'S MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1177 (Sale Order 75 of 302)

The following information comes from the "Book of Colt Firearms" by R.L. Wilson, page 266 caption E, "Originally shipped as a .38-40 with 4 - 3/4" barrel. Returned to the factory in the mid-1920's and rebuilt by the Colt's Custom Gun Department. Converted to a Sheriff's Model frame with 3" barrel, .45 caliber. Made for early arms collector J.C. Harvey; and illustrated on Page 156 of the Pioneer Colt Book: A History of the Colt Revolver, by Haven and Belden (1940). Factory rework numbers J 787 B marked on the muzzle end of the cylinder, and 787 B marked on the back flat of the loading gate, and on the left side of the backstrap and trigger guard strap (under left grip). Although not present on No. 322123, a star or ampersand on the trigger guard is another indication of factory refinish (gun was refinished at time of conversion by factory). This custom revolver was the last Bisley Sheriff's Model manufactured, extremely rare. Serial No. 259336 and No. 322123 are the only authentic specimens known to the authors." This book was written in 1971. This gun is illustrated in color on page 238, illustration D, of the same book. There is no notation by R.L. Wilson in regards to the serial number stamping of this revolver as the number "1" is a larger font. We believe that this is the revolver shown in this book as the case coloring of the frame is a match. This revolver was found in Europe and imported back to America and has a "SIMPSON LTD" import stamp on bottom of frame. PROVENANCE: R.Q. Sutherland collection. CONDITION: Serial No. 2123 is scratched into right grip panel. Gun has matching numbers on frame, trigger guard and backstrap; 322 is illegible from the 1920's factory refinish. Barrel has 2-line address on top and "BISLEY MODEL 45 COLT" on left side. 2-line patent with pony in circle on left side of frame. The "VP" proof on left front trigger guard is weak. All other legends are sharp as new. CONDITION: The gutta percha Colt grips have softened to a dark chocolate brown and are near mint. All screw heads are near perfect with most of the original blue finish. Case colors on frame remain at 85% with some light toning on top strap, loss of color on left recoil shield but majority of case colors are brilliant. Barrel has a mere hint of muzzle wear. Trigger guard has a hint of high edge wear. All blued surfaces remain at a solid 99%. Hammer retains 95% brilliant case colors. Cylinder has a light drag line and a hint of high edge wear, still a solid 98% or better. Functions like new with near mint to mint bore. Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Serial Number: 322123

(C) COLT BISLEY SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1178 (Sale Order 76 of 302)

1907 vintage Colt Bisley single action revolver, serial number 297107. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .32 Winchester Centerfire with single line barrel address, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Left side of barrel is roll-die marked with "(BISLEY MODEL) 32 W.C.F.". 2-piece checkered hard rubber factory grips featuring a Rampant Colt in an oval on either side. CONDITION: Excellent to excellent plus, with nearly all of the original factory bluing remaining with light wear at muzzle, ejector rod housing, and cylinder. Cylinder has a dragline. Frame retains bright original case colors. Grips are excellent plus with no major signs of distress and sharp checkering. Action is smooth and locks up tightly. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. An attractive Bisley that has seen little use or handling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Serial Number: 297107

(A) COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1179 (Sale Order 77 of 302)

1883 vintage Colt Frontier Six Shooter single action revolver, serial number 96380. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44 Winchester Centerfire with single line block Hartford, Connecticut barrel address, V-notch frame rear sight, and blade front. Left of barrel is marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in an etched panel. Color case hardened frame and hammer. 1-piece plain walnut grips. CONDITION: Excellent, as professionally restored, with a large amount of the deep, high polish blue remaining with light handling marks throughout. Reapplied etched panel marking is easily legible. Grips are excellent and fit well with areas of wear near butt. No dragline present on cylinder. Bore is lightly frosted with sharp rifling. An attractive revolver. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 96380

(A) ENGRAVED COLT 1877DA THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1180 (Sale Order 78 of 302)

Manufactured in 1883. We tried to get a letter on this gun but no information was available. Very well done New York engraved in a floral pattern with punch dot background. The gun has 65% coverage. 2-line barrel address on top of the barrel with an etched panel on the left side. Patent dates on the left front of the frame. 2-piece Ivory grip panels. There is some pitting under the grips. 6-shot fluted cylinder. Half-moon front sight. Gun works in both single and double action. CONDITION: The screws show use. Dark bore with some slight pitting in the lands and grooves. Grip panels show age and the right grip has a repair at the toe. Gun retains approximately 30% of the nickel finish. REW Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Thunderer Serial Number: 42349

(A) COLT MODEL 1877DA RAINMAKER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1181 (Sale Order 79 of 302)

Manufactured in 1889 and shipped to Colt's San Francisco Agency on March 10, 1890, in a shipment of 3 guns. The 1877DA was made in 3 different calibers. These were all named by Ben Kittredge as a marketing ploy. The .32 Long Colt was called the Rainmaker. With Colt making less than 250 of the Rainmakers, it makes it one of the rarest Colts available. Hartford 2-line address on the top of the barrel. "COLT DA 32" roll die stamped on the left side of the barrel. "32M" on the underside of the barrel next to the action. 3-line patent dates on the left front of the frame. All matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 3 numbers of the serial number on the back of the cylinder. There is a "G" stamped on the left rear trigger guard webbing and a "C" on the rear of the frame just above the firing pin hole. 2-piece hard rubber grips with Colt logo at the top. CONDITION: Gun retains 60% of the original factory-applied nickel finish, with the majority of the loss being on the frame. Fire blue on the hammer, trigger, center pin, and screws have 50% remaining. Great bore with just a couple of small spots of frosting in the lands and grooves. The grip panels show normal wear from handling this gun. A rare and desirable gun that was shipped to the West. REW Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Paperwork: LOA Serial Number: 74359

(A) COLT 1877 "THUNDERER" DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH LEATHER CASE FROM OF THE DECATUR FAMILY.

Lot #1182 (Sale Order 80 of 302)

Manufactured in 1886. This was Colt's first double action revolver produced from 1877 - 1909. This is a factory nickel gun with fire blue screws and 2-piece hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt logo. Roll die caliber marking on left side of barrel. 2-line Hartford address on top of the barrel. Colt patent dated on the left side of the frame with the Colt logo. There is a star on the right rear of the trigger guard webbing, indicating that it has been back to Colt for repair. CONDITION: Gun retains 80% of the factory applied nickel finish. Bore shows some light pitting in the lands and grooves. The trigger rebound spring needs some work. Grips are aftermarket grips and do not fit the gun that well. Comes in a nice leather case correctly embossed "Steven Decatur" . Leather handle is in need of some repair. PROVENANCE: This gun was acquired from a direct descendant of the Decatur family and has a notarized letter confirming this information. While the Steven Decatur of Tripoli fame died too early to own the gun, this gun belonged to Stephen Decatur, great grandfather of the consignor and great great nephew of Stephen Decatur of Tripoli fame, who served in the U.S. Navy and was commissioned in the Spanish-American War as a Lieutenant, born 1855 and died 1934. REW Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4- 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Serial Number: 57304

(A) AMERICAN EXPRESS CO. MARKED COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ARTIFACTS.

Lot #1183 (Sale Order 81 of 302)

1895 Vintage Colt Model 1877 Lightning double action revolver, serial number 101315. 4 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .38 Colt. Blue with case hardened frame. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt motif. Backstrap inscribed "AM. EXP. CO. No. 170". Accompanying revolver is a Colt Archival Letter dated May 1, 1992 signed by M.S. Huber, Historian Emeritus. Letter documents .38/c caliber, 4 - 1/2 barrel, blue finish, Factory Rolled: "AM EXP CO 170" on backstrap, shipped to William Read & Son Boston, Massachusetts, For: American Express Co. C.E. Seaton, Agent, Chicago, Illinois Shipped on November 6, 1895 in a shipment of 192 guns of the same type. Also included is a letter from REA Express, dated June 16, 1961, signed by V.R. Morss, Superintendent Supplies. Letter documents that Colt Revolver serial number 101315, "Was in the service of AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY, AMERICAN RAILWAY EXPRESS CO., RAILWAY EXPRESS AGENCY INC., and REA EXPRESS." Included with collection is hat badge No. 379 marked: AMERICAN RAILWAY EXPRESS, hat badge No. 48344 marked: RAILWAY EXPRESS AGENCY, and a 6-point star badge marked "RY EXPRESS AGY./27/POLICE". 2 "RAILWAY EXPRESS" shipping tags, 1 AMERICAN RAILWAY EXPRESS CO. ticket, a booklet titled "THE ROMANCE OF RAILWAY EXPRESS", a brass with wood handle AMERICAN RAILWAY EXPRESS ticket stamp, ticket holder marked "RAILWAY EXPRESS AGENCY" and a burlap money bag marked "PROPERTY OF RY. EX. AGY. / 439808. CONDITION: All artifacts are in excellent condition. Revolver is fine having turned a pleasing dark brown patina overall with traces of original finishes. Grips are sound however worn smooth. Double action operates smoothly. Action is tight. Bore is excellent and bright. Most unusual to find a revolver with documented service to all 4 of these Railway Express Agencies. -MKS- Accessories: American Railway Express Memorabilia Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Lightning Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 101315

(A) RARE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN .44 RIMFIRE.

Lot #1184 (Sale Order 82 of 302)

Colt Single Action Army manufactured circa 1878, serial number 1093. 7 - 1/2" round barrel with script-style single line Hartford, Connecticut barrel address with serifs on either side, V-notch frame rear sight and blade front. Rifling is narrow-land, wide-groove style. Chambered for the rare and desirable .44 Rimfire cartridge, with an estimated production of only 1,892 ever manufactured. These revolvers were made in their own separate serial number range and were made in both .44 and .22 Rimfire. Frame is inspector marked with a "C" underneath rectangular firing pin channel. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. Barrel is marked "44" on bottom side near center pin. Trigger guard is marked on left side of rear trigger bow "44". Early donut-style ejector rod head. 1-piece plain ivory grips. Comes with a factory letter stating that this revolver was originally manufactured in .44 Rimfire and blue finish, with barrel length and type of stocks not listed. The letter further documents that this revolver was shipped to Wexell and DeGress in Mexico City, Mexico July 3, 1878 in a shipment of 30 guns. CONDITION: Good as partially restored, with barrel, trigger guard, and backstrap turned a dove grey patina. Frame has a protective layer of finish added, with some original colors visible underneath. Ejector rod has been re-shaped. Ejector spring is a replacement. Grips do not fit well and are shy to backstrap and trigger guard with several minor chips and cracks throughout on edges. Mechanically fine. Bore is lightly frosted with strong rifling. TON Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 1093

(A) SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH TEXAS RANGER PROVENANCE, BOOK, AND HOLSTER.

Lot #1185 (Sale Order 83 of 302)

1896 vintage Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian single action revolver, serial number 31070. 6 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44 Russian with pinned blade front sight and "T" shaped top latch with integral notched rear sight. 2-piece checkered hard rubber Smith and Wesson factory grips. Factory letter confirms configuration as well as shipment to Takata & Co., Yokohama, Japan on October 28, 1896 for the Japanese Government. This gun comes with a Texas/Mexican border style tooled leather holster with cartridge belt manufactured for what appears to be a 5 - 1/2" Colt SAA. Belt is marked "JEFF VAUGHAN" / "E" "X" "S" (between cartridge loops that were part of a repair, one can easily assume that the letters "T" and "A" were covered up by the repair) "STATE RANGER" in the middle of the belt. Included with this gun is provenance associating this gun to Texas Ranger Jeff Vaughan. There are 2 Texas Rangers that served during this period named Jeff Vaughan, which this revolver could have belonged to. Jeff Vaughan was born in Perry County, AR in 1882 and first enlisted with the Texas Rangers in Company A in Travis County on August 12, 1912. Jeff E. Vaughan was born in Kendalis, TX in 1885 and first enlisted with the Texas Rangers in Company A in Marfa, Texas under Captain Gray June 20, 1919. Included in this lot is a book titled "LUMBERING ALONG IN TEXAS" by Claude W. Bryant in which Jeff E. Vaughan is mentioned on pages 145 and 146. Vaughan was serving in Presidio when there was an incident in which a Texas Ranger was killed by 2 of Pancho Villas men along the U.S./Mexican border. Villa sent word to Vaughan's Ranger Captain that he wanted to bring the 2 men to justice if 2 Texas Rangers came over the border to help identify the killers. Vaughan was one of the 2 volunteers. The Rangers made it to Villa's headquarters where they identified the two killers and rode back to their company. While they were with Pancho Villa, one of Villa's staff was shot on the spot and his pistol was reportedly given to Jeff Vaughan. Also included is enlistment documents for both Jeff Vaughans into the Texas Ranger Force, a letter from Clint Peoples (Senior Ranger Captain, Texas Ranger Service) dated 1971 when the enlistment papers were originally ordered, as well as several documents from when this gun and belt were on loan at the Texas Ranger Museum in Waco, Texas from 1999-2006. CONDITION: Very good, with attractive amounts of original bluing remaining turning to a brown-gray patina with even, light freckling throughout. Grips have faded to a light brown from sun exposure but are complete with checkering worn flat. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling and a large bulge about halfway down the barrel. Holster is good, with heavy wear throughout and leather supple. A very interesting set with Texas Ranger provenance. TON Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W Russian FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 3 Paperwork: Texas Ranger provenance, book Serial Number: 31070

(A) ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 REVOLVER WITH CASE AND FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1186 (Sale Order 84 of 302)

Classic configuration with 6" barrel with top rib that reads "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS", German silver front sight, notch rear sight. 2 piece rosewood grips retained by single screw through German silver escutcheon. Engraved in approximately 75% coverage of Nimschke style scroll with iconic fouled anchor on left sideplate. Housed in a case with compartments for gun and box of .32 Short Rimfire by United States Cartridge Co.. Roy Jinks signed Smith & Wesson letter indicates shipment May 30th, 1865, to J.W. Storrs, New York City, New York, in a shipment of 75; mixes were finished, with 6" barrels and smooth rosewood grips. The gun was not engraved, and Jinks indicates that it was probably done by the distributor. CONDITION: Very good, and cleaned in the European fashion over some spotted oxidation. Engraving is crisp throughout. Hinge pin a replacement and wobbles a touch. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong visible rifling and some slight frosting. Face of cylinder with heavier oxidation than balance of gun. Case is good as associated with one set of compartment walls damaged and loose from box, cartridge box is full with age related distress including separation to corners and end flaps detached. EMW Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .32 Short FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: S&W Model: No. 2 Paperwork: Factory letter Serial Number: 39382

(A) EXTREMELY RARE AND EARLY B. KITTREDGE & CO. MARKED COLT SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1187 (Sale Order 85 of 302)

1875 vintage Colt Single Action Army, serial number 21313. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .45 Colt with early italicized single line barrel address with serifs on either end, correct profile front sight, and frame notch rear. Early style ejector rod housing featuring donut ejector rod head. Nickel-plated finish with nitre blued screws and attractive fire blue hammer. 1-piece plain walnut grips. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. Interestingly marked on right side of frame with scarcely encountered "B. KITTREDGE & CO." / "CIN.O." retailer marking. An example of this marking can also be found on page 24 of "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. This marking is commonly seen on other revolvers of the period such as Smith & Wesson's and Colt 1878's (Kittredge was one of the largest retailers of the period, with most guns being shipped to Kittredge for Western use) but only these 2 Colt Single Actions have been observed by the author. CONDITION: Very good, with most of an attractive period added nickel plating remaining with scattered storage marks throughout, especially on barrel and both sides of frame. Added fire bluing on hammer is bright with scattered light storage marks. Grips are strong with no major signs of distress and light finish loss on high edge near butt. Mechanically fine. Bore is overall bright with modest abrasion and well-defined rifling. An interesting early Civilian Colt Single Action Army with a unique marking. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 21313

(A) INTERESTING NICKEL PLATED NETTLETON INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1188 (Sale Order 86 of 302)

1879 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 49434. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .45 Colt with single line barrel address, correct profile blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Nickel-plated finish with color case hardened hammer. 2-line patent address on left side of frame with no "U.S." marking present. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinder. Nettleton inspector markings observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, bottom of grips, cylinder, and backstrap near hammer. 1-piece walnut grips bearing inspector cartouches on either side. This revolver is in 2 distinctive and interesting serial number ranges, first of which is the "Nickel-Plated Nettleton Revolvers" on page 53 of "Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers...A Continuing Study" by Kopec and Fenn. In this section of the book, they point out 24 examples that fit into the category of revolvers that there is strong evidence that Colt bought back surplus Cavalry revolvers and nickel-plated them for the purpose of selling them through the civilian market. The second serial number range that this particular revolver fits into is on page 55 of the same book as mentioned above. These are Nettleton inspected revolvers with the U.S. frame marking being omitted during final inspection by the ordnance inspector. CONDITION: Very good, with a majority of the applied nickel plating remaining with minor storage marks throughout. Grips are slightly shy to frame from a minor cleaning and have a repaired crack on left grip panel but are otherwise strong. Action is well worn, with only 2 hammer positions. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. A noteworthy Colt Cavalry Single Action revolver. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 49434

(A) COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1189 (Sale Order 87 of 302)

1887 vintage Colt Frontier Six Shooter single action revolver, serial number 123450. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Centerfire with blade front sight, single line barrel address, and frame notch rear. Left side of barrel is marked "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in desirable acid etched panel on left side. Low profile ejector rod head. 2 piece checkered early Colt gutta percha grips featuring a Rampant Colt and a US eagle on either side. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, and butt. CONDITION: Very good, turned mostly a gray patina with strong areas of bright high polish original bluing in protected areas. Grips are excellent, well fitting, and show no traces of major distress. Mechanically good, with cylinder slightly loose. Bore is lightly frosted with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 123450

(A) EARLY COLT CIVILIAN SINGLE ACTION ARMY MANUFACTURED IN 1876.

Lot #1190 (Sale Order 88 of 302)

1876 vintage Colt Single Action Revolver, serial number 26440. 7 - 1/2" round barrel in .45 Colt with single line barrel address, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Early "donut" ejector rod head. Nickel finish. 1-piece aftermarket plain ivory grips. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, and butt. CONDITION: Very good, with an attractive amount of the original nickel plating remaining and scattered areas of storage marks and flaking. Flaking and storage marks are mostly visible at muzzle, cylinder, and rear of frame near loading gate. Grips are very good with appropriate age-related yellowing and no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is frosted with minor pitting throughout and well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 26440

(A) COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1191 (Sale Order 89 of 302)

1882 vintage Colt Frontier Six Shooter single action revolver, serial number 77196. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44-40 WCF with blade front sight, single line barrel address, frame notch rear sight, and desirable acid etched panel on left side reading "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Low profile ejector rod head. 1-piece plain ivory grips. Nickel plated finish. CONDITION: Very good, with a slight majority of the original nickel plating remaining with areas of flaking and finish loss on typically seen areas that wear first such as barrel near chamber area, cylinder, and gas shield. Grips are very good with no major signs of distress, are slightly shy to frame, and have appropriately yellowed with age. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with consistent light abrasion throughout from use during the area with corrosive black powder and well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 77196

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1192 (Sale Order 90 of 302)

1883 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 86823. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .45 Colt with single line barrel address, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Blackpowder frame with low profile ejector rod head. 1-piece factory plain walnut grips. CONDITION: Very good, with a slight majority of the original nickel plated finish remaining with the balance worn to a dove grey patina with scattered storage marks throughout. Grips fit well and are strong with minor finish loss at high edges. Mechanically fine. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: 86823

(A) COLT CIVILIAN SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1193 (Sale Order 91 of 302)

1876 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 31401. 7 - 1/2" round barrel in .45 Colt with single line barrel address, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Donut ejector rod head on blackpowder frame. 1-piece plain walnut grips. CONDITION: Very good, with an attractive amount of original bluing remaining on barrel, ejector rod housing, and trigger guard with honest wear on left side of barrel, right side near muzzle, ejector rod housing, and handled areas of trigger guard/backstrap. Frame retains traces of brilliant case colors in well-protected areas. Grips are very good with no major signs of distress, handling marks throughout, and finish loss at high edges. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. A well-preserved and early Colt SAA. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 31401

(A) COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1194 (Sale Order 92 of 302)

1883 vintage Colt Frontier Six Shooter single action revolver, serial number 93306. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Centerfire with single line barrel address, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Low profile ejector rod head. Left of barrel is acid etched with desirable "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" in a panel on left side. 1-piece plain walnut factory grips. Matching serial numbers can be found on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. CONDITION: Very good, wearing to a gunmetal grey patina overall with scattered handling marks and strong remnants of original bluing, especially on right side of barrel. Etched panel is faint but easily legible and complete. Grips are excellent with no major signs of distress. Action is fine mechanically, but well worn, with hammer stops dulled over time. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 93306

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED NICKEL PLATED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY.

Lot #1195 (Sale Order 93 of 302)

1874 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 12417. 7 - 1/2" round barrel in .45 Colt with early single line script barrel address with serifs on either end, early small blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Donut ejector rod head. 1-piece plain ivory grips. Ainsworth inspection mark can be seen on barrel, trigger guard, backstrap near hammer, and on cylinder. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinder. No patent or "U.S." markings present on left side of frame. Ejector rod housing is a replacement. CONDITION: Very good, with a majority of the period applied nickel plating remaining with scattered flaking and storage marks throughout. Grips have appropriately yellowed with age and are strong with minor handling marks but no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 12417

(A) NICKEL-PLATED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY, MARKED "A. LIESCH".

Lot #1196 (Sale Order 94 of 302)

1883 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 90975. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .45 Colt with blade front sight, single line barrel address, and frame notch rear. Low profile ejector rod head. 1-piece plain walnut grips. Nickel finish. Marked on butt "A. Liesch". CONDITION: Excellent, with most of the original nickel plating remaining with flaking beginning to occur at muzzle, chamber, frame, and gas shield. Grips are very good as sanded and finish added with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 90975

(A) NICKEL PLATED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1197 (Sale Order 95 of 302)

1875 vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 19869. 7 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .45 Colt with desirable early script single line barrel address with serifs on either side, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. "Donut" ejector rod head. 1-piece plain ivory grips. CONDITION: Very good, with a slight majority of the old applied nickel plating remaining, with heavy areas of wear on high edges. Barrel has a ring around it near front sight. Grips are shy and have appropriately yellowed over time with no major signs of distress. Mechanically good, with cylinder slightly loose. Bore is dark with visible rifling. TON Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 19869

(A) 1875 VINTAGE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1198 (Sale Order 96 of 302)

Civilian Model Colt Single Action Army revolver made in 1875. Serial number 15426. 7 - 1/2" barrel, with italic barrel address marked "-COLTS PT. F.A. Co. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A.-". Showing partial die break with "o" in "Co.". Chambered in .45 LC caliber. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. 2-line patent dates on left side of frame marked: "PAT. SEPT.19.1871 / PAT. JULY.2.1872" Matching serial number 15426, found on barrel under ejector housing, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and cylinder. Assembly number 754 found on loading gate and inside bottom of frame. Colt inspector stamp "O" found inside hammer slot. First model ejector housing with locator dowel, and Donut ejector rod. 1-piece varnished walnut grips. Small bolt locking slots on cylinder, without "approaches". CONDITION: Fine with a pleasing brown/grey patina overall. Traces of original blue on trigger guard. Generous amount of original blue on barrel under the ejector housing. Grips are fine with most of the original varnish, showing modest wear on edge of butt. Bore is excellent. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a very clean and honest early model Colt Single Action Army revolver. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 15426

(A) DESIRABLE HENRY IRON FRAME LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1199 (Sale Order 97 of 302)

Early Henry iron frame lever action repeating rifle, serial number 159. 24" barrel chambered in .44 Henry Rimfire with correct, smaller barrel address marking. Early on in the production of the Henry Repeating Rifle, both brass and iron frames were manufactured during the first run of approximately 400 rifles, after which, the brass frame was chosen as the base frame material for the rest of production. In "The Henry Rifle" by Les Quick, on page 54, there is a graph of the first 400 surviving Henry Rifles (both iron and brass frames) where serial number 159 is documented as being an iron frame. Early half-moon contour German silver blade front sight integral to muzzle collar with early style dovetail slots in barrel and frame, with period replacement rear sight mounted in rear dovetail. Matching serial numbers observed on top flat of barrel, inner part of lower tang with stock removed, stock on top tang channel, all 3 stock attaching screws, buttplate, and both buttplate screws. Muzzle collar and loading gate were unable to be removed for inspection. Early style walnut stock with abrupt stock comb and iron buttplate with appropriate beveled edge of buttstock cleaning rod hole. CONDITION: Good, with iron assemblies turned an even brown patina overall with light handling marks throughout and scattered, faint traces of bright blue finish on barrel. Stock is very good, with no visible major cracks or repairs and scattered heavy handling marks throughout. Mechanically fine, with magazine spring not present. Bore is dark with visible rifling and areas of heavy corrosion from use with corrosive black powder during the period. An honest example of an extremely rare Henry Repeating Rifle. TON Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Model: Repeating Rifle Serial Number: 159

(A) FINE HENRY LEVER ACTION REPEATING RIFLE WITH DESIRABLE 4 PIECE CLEANING ROD.

Lot #1200 (Sale Order 98 of 302)

Early model Henry lever action repeating rifle, serial number 682. 24" barrel chambered in .44 Henry Rimfire with correct smaller barrel address marking, half-moon German silver blade front sight integral to muzzle collar, early style dovetail slots in both barrel and frame for rear sight, and 1st Model ladder rear sight graduated for 1000 yards. Brass frame with "H" factory inspection marking on rear of lower tang. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel near address, inside of lower receiver tang on left side, top tang channel of stock, buttplate screws, and inside of buttplate. Loading gate and barrel bear the assembly number 14. Appropriate stock with abrupt comb angle and perch belly contour. Complete with 4-piece full-length hickory cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent for its age, with brass assemblies turned a pleasing mellow patina. Barrel is an even brown patina with scattered light handling marks. Stock is excellent with scattered handling marks and a protective layer of varnish added after being lightly cleaned. Cleaning rod is excellent. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with modest abrasion toward muzzle and crisp 6 groove rifling. TON Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Model: Repeating Rifle Serial Number: 682

CORRECTION: Cleaning rod is aftermarket.

(A) HENRY MODEL 1860 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1201 (Sale Order 99 of 302)

Late Model Henry 1860 lever action rifle manufactured in 1864, serial number 6876. 24" barrel chambered in .44 Rimfire with integral magazine tube. Ladder rear sight graduated to 900 yards with German silver blade front sight. Plain straight grain walnut buttstock with rifle buttplate and sling swivel on left side as well as left side of barrel assembly. Assembly number "444" visible on round portion of barrel underneath loading gate and rear of loading gate. Matching serial number observed on top flat of barrel, top tang channel of stock, left side of lower tang, and inside of buttplate. Letter "H" is stamped on lower tang and "CH" stamped on lower tang channel of stock. CONDITION: Very good to excellent with iron assemblies turned a pleasing dove grey patina throughout. Frame is very good as cleaned at some point but is beginning to regain a mustard patina. Stock is excellent and strong with a layer of oil added. Front tang screw is a replacement as well as magazine spring. Action is crisp. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. An attractive American classic ready for display. TON Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Model: 1860 Serial Number: 6876

(A) HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT WINCHESTER 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1202 (Sale Order 100 of 302)

Historic Winchester 2nd Model 1866 lever action rifle belonging to G.R. Wood of Wisconsin and later San Francisco, California. Wood was a hardened and wounded Civil War veteran who served under Sherman and Grant in pursuit of the infamous Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forest and who later was living and working in San Francisco, California as a "collector" according to research. Rifle is serial numbered on inside of tang RV19823 making this gun built in 1869 by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Gun has 21 -5/8" octagon .44 caliber cut down rifled barrel with Henry address, full magazine tube, and extra dovetail with homespun rifle sights. Gunmetal action with G.R. Wood professionally engraved on left side of frame, possibly by Winchester. Oil stain walnut stock with brass trap buttplate and rifle sling plate. Oil stained matching walnut forearm with gunmetal nosepiece. Comes with research on Captain Wood and gun. CONDITION: Overall poor with repaired stock and added finish. Heavily worn saddle damaged forend with dings and marks from heavy use. Poor bore with functioning mechanics. This gun is no closet queen; it lived and breathed in the Old West. DLM Barrel Length: 21 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: Binder Provenance Serial Number: 18923

(A) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1203 (Sale Order 101 of 302)

Desirable excellent condition Winchester Model 1873 lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1891. 24" blued octagon .32 WCF caliber barrel with blade front sight and rear Buckhorn adjustable sight with Winchester address and King's Improvement patent. Blued 3rd Model frame with plain trigger, integral dust cover rail, blued full magazine tube, and case hardened lever and hammer. Walnut plain stock with case hardened crescent steel buttplate. Matching walnut plain forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% plus blue with corners and carry areas starting to turn a plum-brown with some light storage marks. 90% plus original varnish with some scratches and usage dings with a light coat of linseed oil applied. Case on lever and hammer has faded to a brown patina. Good bore and mechanics. A very nice '73. DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Serial Number: 401192B

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1204 (Sale Order 102 of 302)

Third model manufactured in 1894 by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Blued 24" octagon barrel chambered in .38-40 and marked on top flat with 2-line address. Sporting sights. Full length blued magazine tube and blued receiver. Standard plain walnut stocks with steel nose cap and crescent rifle buttplate with cleaning rod trap. CONDITION: Fine. Vast majority of the original blued finish is retained with some areas thinning to a pleasing brown patina. Some silvering at high edges and handling marks also present. Traces of case colors visible on hammer. Cartridge elevator exhibits an attractive mottled mustard patina. Stocks have been cleaned showing some light impressions and a few abrasions. Very fine bright bore displaying well-defined lands and grooves. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .38 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Serial Number: 478039B

(A) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1205 (Sale Order 103 of 302)

1894 vintage Winchester Model 1873 lever action 3rd Model rifle, serial number 474457B. 24" round barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Centerfire with rifle rear sight and German silver blade front. 2-piece plain walnut stock and forearm with blued rifle forearm cap, and rifle buttplate featuring storage compartment (compartment is empty). CONDITION: Excellent to excellent plus with nearly all of the original bluing remaining with scattered light areas of freckling from storage and barrel and magazine tube assembly turning a blue-brown patina. Stock and forearm are excellent as lightly cleaned with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. TON Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Serial Number: 474451B

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE IN .44-40 WCF.

Lot #1206 (Sale Order 104 of 302)

1891 vintage Winchester Model 1873 3rd model saddle ring carbine, serial number 374735B. 20" round barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Center Fire with adjustable carbine ladder rear sight, and blade front. 2-piece walnut stock and forearm with saddle ring and carbine buttplate with storage compartment (compartment has 2 sections of a standard 4 section cleaning rod inside). Right side of stock is aftermarket marked "A.L.". Comes with a copy of a Winchester factory letter confirming carbine configuration, caliber, as well as shipment from warehouse February 26, 1891 in order number 1173. CONDITION: Very good as cleaned, with a large amount of bluing remaining but turned a blue-grey patina with scattered handling marks throughout. Stock and forearm are very good as cleaned with repaired crack on left side of upper tang and crack at toe measuring approximately 3 - 1/2". Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and shiny with well-defined rifling and minor bulge near front sight. TON Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 374735

(A) EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 "CENTENNIAL RIFLE" WITH "OPEN TOP" FRAME SERIAL NUMBER 79.

Lot #1207 (Sale Order 105 of 302)

The Winchester Model 1876 lever action rifle is commonly referred to as the "Model 1876 Centennial Rifle" due to it being developed during America's 100 year celebration of independence. This new model Winchester made its introduction at America's first "Worlds Fair" held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania during May 10, 1876 through November 10, 1876 called, the "CENTENNIAL INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION". The Winchester Model 1876 rifle began production in April of 1876 with the first guns being finished during May 1876. First year production was less than 1,430 guns total. This example, serial number 79, was undoubtedly manufactured during the first year, however, Winchester museum records show it did not ship from the Winchester warehouse until August 01, 1877. Serial number 79 has all the features of the first guns made, including an open chamber with no provisions for a dust cover, commonly known as an "Open Top". The iconic high hump hammer, and a thick toe on the rifle-style buttplate. No caliber markings, as the first guns were all chambered in .45-75 WCF. Serial number 79 has a 28" full octagon barrel with a full-length magazine tube. Finished blue with a case hardened loading lever and hammer. Rocky Mountain style German silver blade front sight and a fold-down ladder rear sight graduated to 1,000 yards. Plain straight grain walnut stock and forearm. Rifle-style butt with steel crescent buttplate. Accompanying the rifle is a Winchester Museum Letter dated July 7, 2021, signed by Jessica Bennett, Records Specialist. Letter documents configuration. Received in the warehouse on July 17, 1877, and shipped from warehouse on August 1, 1877 on order number 9660. CONDITION: Very fine, with a clean grey-brown patina overall. Traces of original blue along bottom of the barrel and the magazine tube. Wood is fine overall showing modest wear, has been lightly sanded with a couple minor hairline stress cracks on front of forearm. Action is crisp. The bore is turning dark with strong rifling. The Model 1876 was the lowest production of all the early classic Winchester lever actions rifles with less than 64,000 total made. These early Open Top guns are very desirable and getting harder to find. -MKS- Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .45-75 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1876 Paperwork: Facotry Letter Serial Number: 79

(A) MARLIN MODEL 1881 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1208 (Sale Order 106 of 302)

1881-1883 vintage Marlin Model 1881 lever action rifle, serial number 2028. 28" octagon barrel chambered in .40-60 Marlin with German silver blade front sight and rifle rear sight. 2-piece checkered walnut stock and forearm with rifle forearm cap and rifle buttplate. This Marlin appears to be factory engraved featuring scroll on a punch dot background with a bear on right side, a buck on top, and a deer on left sides of receiver all in their own Ulrichesque vignettes. Factory records before serial number 4096 are extremely scarce and records for this serial number were unable to be found. CONDITION: Very good, with metal assemblies turned a pleasant brown-grey patina with scattered handling marks throughout. Stock and forearm are very good as lightly cleaned with light handling marks and small repair on left side of forearm near receiver. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with minor abrasion throughout from period use with corrosive black powder with visible rifling. TON Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .40-60 Marlin FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Marlin Model: 1881 Serial Number: 2028

(A) MARLIN MODEL 1881 SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH DOUBLE SET TRIGGERS.

Lot #1209 (Sale Order 107 of 302)

Manufactured in 1886. .40-65 caliber, 28" full octagon barrel, full magazine, deluxe checkered burl walnut stocks, double set triggers, shotgun butt with steel buttplate. The 1881 is known as one of the most highly finished of all early Marlin products. Receivers are finished in a very high polish with an inky blue finish. Deluxe variations are very uncommon as are special order features. CONDITION: Very good with over 90% bright blue finish remaining on barrel and magazine with spots of light corrosion and pitting existing on left side of barrel from poor storage. Receiver retains well over 95% bright inky blue finish with spots of finish loss and corrosion on left side from poor storage. Varnished wood stocks are also excellent with crisp checkering, a couple of minor handling marks, and small scratches, but generally excellent overall with at least 98% original varnish; hammer shows 75% case hardening that is toning slightly, loading lever shows 80%-90% case hardening, forend cap shows 90%+ bright original case hardened colors; breech shows the factory original .40 Cal. marking with a large "65" stamped behind the .40 Cal. which is probably of the period; markings are razor sharp, edges are like new, interior is excellent. An exceptionally fine Special Order Model 1881. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .40-65 Winchester FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Marlin Model: 1881 Serial Number: 13802

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1210 (Sale Order 108 of 302)

Winchester Model 1886 lightweight lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1902. 22" round nickel steel barrel in .45-70 caliber with integral Lyman bead front sight and notched adjustable rear sight. Blued solid frame with blued 2/3 magazine, plain trigger, and case hardened lever and hammer. Walnut plain shotgun butt with Winchester hard rubber buttplate with plain walnut forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% fading original blue with wear on carry areas and corners. 90% original varnish with coat of linseed oil with some light handling and usage marks. Excellent bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Serial Number: 126537

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE SPECIAL ORDER LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1211 (Sale Order 109 of 302)

Manufactured 1898. 26" special order Nickel Steel half-round half-octagon blued barrel with special order matted sight plane, special order Lyman hunting front, sporting flat top rear, 86 style Lyman long stem folding tang peep sight, and in .45-90 WCF caliber. Blued takedown receiver with blued 2/3rds magazine tube and plain special order checkered trigger. Special order figured checkered pistol grip walnut stock with matching assembly numbers. Matching checkered walnut figured forearm. Special order shotgun butt with Winchester hard rubber buttplate and grip cap. This rifle comes with Cody Research confirming all options. This rifle has 11 special order options, with some, like checkered trigger, very rarely seen. CONDITION: 90% fading blue with some operating and edge wear. Action worn to a silvery patina, especially in carry areas. Stock has 90% of a reapplied finish with some light handling marks and dings. Shootable bore and good mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .45-90 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Serial Number: 119165

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1212 (Sale Order 110 of 302)

1895 Vintage Winchester Model 1886 lever action rifle, serial number 102958. 26" full round barrel with full-length magazine tube. Fold-down ladder rear sight graduated to 1,000 yards. Standard blade front sight. Chambered in .45-70 WCF cartridge. Blue with case hardened receiver, lever, hammer, forearm cap, and buttplate. Plain straight grain walnut stock and forearm. Rifle-style crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent overall with 95+% original blue remaining on barrel and magazine tube. 90% original bright case colors with some oxidation on the left side and bottom of receiver. Wood is excellent plus showing very little wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. -MKS- Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 GOVT FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Serial Number: 102958

(A) 1ST YEAR PRODUCTION WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1213 (Sale Order 111 of 302)

High condition 1st year production Winchester Model 1892 full magazine lever action rifle made by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1892. 24" blued round .32 WCF caliber Winchester steel barrel with Winchester 2-line address, Lyman bead front sight, plugged rear dovetail, and interesting adjustable stationary tang peep sight. Blued solid frame receiver with plain trigger, blued full magazine, and case hardened lever and hammer. Walnut plain stock with case hardened crescent buttplate with matching plain walnut forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% original blue with magazine tube having some wear to a silvery patina. Action has edge and slight carry wear with barrel showing some spotted nicks and dings and blued wear. Lever and hammer have faded to a dull silvery patina with traces of case color. Wood has 90% original varnish with some nicks and dings with light coat of linseed oil applied at some time in its life. Good bore with light frosting and good mechanics. An early '92 in high condition! DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .32 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1892 Serial Number: 7492

(C) WINCHESTER TRAPPER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1214 (Sale Order 112 of 302)

Rare Winchester Model 1892 Trapper saddle ring carbine made by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1925. 16" round Winchester Proof Steel blued .44 WCF barrel with full blued magazine tube, pinned blade front sight, rear graduated ladder rear sight, and "MODEL 92- WINCHESTER - 44W.C.F." barrel marking. Blued proof marked action with plain trigger and saddle ring marked on tang "MODEL 92 / WINCHESTER/TRADEMARK REG US PAT OFF & FGN". Walnut plain carbine style stock with blued carbine buttplate. Short style walnut carbine forearm. CONDITION: 90% original blue with wear on carry areas and some spotting from poor storage. 90% original varnish with light handling marks. Excellent bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 16" Caliber/Bore: .44 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 92 Paperwork: Possible letter coming Serial Number: 945056

(A) HIGH CONDITION .38-55 CALIBER WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1215 (Sale Order 113 of 302)

Desirable Winchester Model 1894 lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1896. 26" full octagon blued Winchester Steel barrel in desirable .38-55 caliber with Winchester 2-line address, blade front sight, and Buckhorn adjustable rear sight. Blued solid frame action with plain trigger and case hardened lever and hammer. Walnut plain stock with case hardened crescent steel buttplate with matching walnut plain forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% original blue with some corner and handling wear. 90% original varnish with light coat of linseed oil and some light dings and marks. Case still visible with colors starting to fade to silver. Good bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .38-55 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 66969

(C) EARLY WINCHESTER DELUXE MODEL 1894 TAKE-DOWN RIFLE CHAMBERED IN .38-55.

Lot #1216 (Sale Order 114 of 302)

1899 vintage special ordered Winchester Model 1894 deluxe rifle serial number 153163. 26" full octagon barrel. 2/3 length magazine tube. Takedown frame. Chambered in .38-55 WCF cartridge. Blue with case hardened loading lever, hammer, and buttplate. Highly figured, deluxe checkered, oil-finished walnut stock and forearm. Assembly number 14697 observed on inside bottom tang along with "XX" indicating factory deluxe wood. Assembly number 12641 observed on buttstock under the buttplate. Rifle style crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent with approximately 95% original bright blue remaining. Frame and barrel have scattered light freckling. 90-95% bright original case color remaining on hammer, lever, and buttplate. Overall a desirable high condition Model 1894 deluxe in the most desirable caliber and early serial number. -MKS- Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .38-55 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 153163

(A) RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 DELUXE RIFLE WITH FACTORY CASE HARDENED FRAME.

Lot #1217 (Sale Order 115 of 302)

Approximately 150 Winchester Model 1894 rifles were manufactured with case hardened frames. This special ordered, 2nd year of production, Winchester Model 1894 rifle, serial number 10888 shipped from the factory on November 6, 1895. 26" octagon barrel with 2/3 length magazine tube. Chambered in .38-55 WCF cartridge. Plain trigger. Highly figured checkered, pistol grip stock and forearm, with special ordered oil finish. Shotgun-style butt with checkered hard rubber buttplate with Winchester logo. Case hardened frame, hammer, and lever. Assembly number 2427 found on the inside bottom tang and inside stock top tang slot. Letters "RB" for "Rubber Buttplate" also found on inside bottom tang. Standard rear barrel sight and Lyman No. 20 front sight. Excellent overall with 95-97% bright original blue on the barrel. Bright original case color on hammer. Frame and lever have fading case color with frame mostly turning a "nickel" patina. The wood is excellent showing extreme figure with light wear. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Overall a very beautiful and rare rifle with exhibition quality wood. -MKS- Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .38-55 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 10888

(C) BEST KNOWN BENCHMARK CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN .44-40.

Lot #1218 (Sale Order 116 of 302)

1902 Vintage Winchester Model 1892 Takedown rifle, serial number 203343. 24" full octagon barrel, with full-length take-down magazine tube. Chambered in .44-40 WCF cartridge. Factory-installed Lyman front and rear tang mounted sights. Rear barrel sight slot is filled with a factory-installed blank. Special ordered sights and factory blank confirmed with accompanying Cody research letter, dated November 23, 2021. Blue with case hardened frame, hammer, and rifle-style crescent buttplate. Plain straight grain walnut stock and forearm. CONDITION: This could quite possibly be the highest condition Winchester Model 1892 Takedown rifle extant. Certainly, the highest condition example I've ever had the privilege seeing. Virtually all the original bright original blue and bright vivid case colors remain throughout. Only the slightest hint of "toning" is visible on the bottom of the takedown lug. No evidence seen on the magazine tube of the gun ever being taken down. Very distinctive original factory polish marks seen through the bright, high polished blue on the receiver. Beautiful, bright "peacock" blue on the loading gate. The wood is near mint with very minor dents along the belly of the stock. The condition of this rare and desirable rifle will be most difficult to improve upon. -MKS- Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1892 Paperwork: Cody Letter Serial Number: 203343

(C) STELLAR CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE CHAMBERED IN DESIRABLE .44-40 WCF CA

Lot #1219 (Sale Order 117 of 302)

1901 Vintage Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine, serial number 160333. Standard 20" barrel and magazine tube. Chambered in sought after .44-40 WCF cartridge. Blue with case hardened lever, hammer, and buttplate. Nicely figured walnut stock and forearm with carbine style buttplate. Saddle ring and staple mounted to left side of frame. According to the accompanying Cody Firearms research letter dated November 16, 2021, this gun is noted "No Stock", which can mean, "Customer Furnished". CONDITION: Excellent plus overall with 95-97% bright original blue. 95-97% bright original case color remaining on the hammer and lever. 80-85% bright original case color remaining on the buttplate. Wood is excellent showing little wear. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. These carbines chambered in .44-40 WCF cartridge are becoming increasingly more difficult to find, rarely are they encountered in this fine of condition. Scarce opportunity to acquire one of the best. -MKS- Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1892 Paperwork: Factory Record Serial Number: 160333

1897 WINCHESTER DOUBLE "W" CARTRIDGE BOARD SN 635.

Lot #1220 (Sale Order 118 of 302)

1897 vintage Winchester "Double W" Cartridge Board, No. 635. Overall outside dimensions are 57 - 1/4" x 40". The lithograph image measures 32" x 49". Framed with quarter-sawn oak with 3" wide molding. Lined with an inner frame using 1 - 1/2" wide gold color molding. Lithograph board has 182 cartridges, shotshells, and bullets with 10 special primer and cap tins having glass lids for viewing inner contents. Center image is by famous artist A.B. Frost depicting 2 North Woods hunters and their dead bear with 1 hunter standing and the other sitting on a log with both their rifles leaning on the log. Left center of the board has the image of a flying Mallard Drake and right-center a Bull Moose head. On reverse side is a Winchester label asking owner to display it in a prominent spot. Paper backing is marked with serial number 635. CONDITION: Very good overall. Board is completely intact with all the original cartridges in place. All brass cartridge cases have turned a dark brown patina. Images are complete and clearly visible. Original oak outer frame has a coat of varnish added. Gold liner frame shows areas of touch-up and minor damage. Loose areas found on frames. The perimeter edges of the litograph have areas of lifting. The overall image has black soiling that needs cleaning. Image has scattered spots of color loss. Original paper backing is dark brown but completely intact as is the label. Overall a good presentable example that could be greatly improved upon with professional cleaning. -MKS-

LIMITED EDITION WINCHESTER BRONZE NUMBER 2 OF 260 BY PAUL W. MCCOBB.

Lot #1221 (Sale Order 119 of 302)

Signed and dated "P. W. MCCOBB '80" in the lower right corner, for artist Paul W. McCobb who was authorized by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. to produce 260 of these commemorative plaques before the company dissolved later that year. The artist estimates less than 100 were actually cast. This example is numbered "2". It boldly features a Winchester 1866 carbine in the center with the classic horse and rider logo in the upper left and "WINCHESTER" script logo below. Adding to the Western motifs, the background is sculpted to resemble rough barn wood. Raised elements are polished bright, with the background and gun stocks finished matte gray for contrast. Plaque is 33 - 3/4" x 14 - 1/2". Bronze is still mounted in its original shipping crate. CONDITION: Plaque is excellent with bright brass surfaces and nearly all of the background finish retained. A few minor spots of patina present along with a few marks in the rifle stock's finish. Shipping crate shows wear and chipping from storage and transit. BAS This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1222 (Sale Order 120 of 302)

High condition Winchester Model 1892 lever action rifle made by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1905. 24" full octagon Winchester Steel blued barrel in .25-20 WCF with Winchester 2-line address, German silver sheared blade front sight, and rear notch Buckhorn sight. Blued solid frame with blued full magazine, plain trigger, and case hardened lever and hammer. Walnut plain stock with case hardened crescent buttplate. Matching walnut plain forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% original blue with some edge wear with action blue fading to plum and silvery brownish blue. 90% original varnish with some linseed oil rub on with handling marks and dings. Good bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .25-20 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1892 Serial Number: 288358

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1223 (Sale Order 121 of 302)

Extremely high condition Winchester Model 1892 full magazine lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1899. 24" blued Winchester octagon steel barrel with Winchester 2-line address, German silver sheared front sight with rear Buckhorn notched sight. Blued solid frame action with blued full magazine, blued nosecap, plain trigger, and case hardened hammer and lever. Walnut plain stock with matching plain walnut forearm. CONDITION: 95% original blue with some light spotting on receiver and barrel. Vivid case colors remaining on lever and hammer. 90% original varnish with some light dings and handling marks and a light coat of linseed oil applied. Beautiful bore and great mechanics. A great '92! DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .38 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1892 Serial Number: 170510

(C) FINE PRE-WAR MARLIN MODEL 39 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1224 (Sale Order 122 of 302)

Manufactured circa 1925 to 1932 with "S" prefix serial number. Chambered for .22 rimfire ammunition, although high speed ammunition should not be used. Classic 24" blued octagon barrel marked with 2-line "The Marlin Firearms Corporation" address. Ivory bead partridge front sight and flip-up semi-buckhorn rear sight, with an additional tang mounted flip-up peep sight. Case hardened take-down frame with 6-pointed star inspector stamp on upper tang indicating "the gun was as near perfection as the finest materials, equipment and skills could make it". Fitted with plain walnut pistol grip stock with inset bullseye trademark and checkered "Marlin" composite buttplate. Matching plain walnut forend with blued steel nose cap. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube retain bountiful amounts of factory-applied blued finish with some light silvering at high edges and a few scratches. Nose cap has some toning. Receiver exhibits the majority of its strong case coloring, which has started fade. Stocks are very good with some scattered marks and an unfilled sling swivel hole near the butt. Very fine bright bore. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Marlin Model: 39 Serial Number: S12048

(C) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 65 LEVER ACTION RIFLE .32 WCF.

Lot #1225 (Sale Order 123 of 302)

High condition Winchester Model 65 lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1931. 22" round tapered blued Winchester Proof Steel Barrel, marked with Winchester 2-line address, "-MODEL 65- WINCHESTER- 32 W.C.F.-", hooded ramp front sight, and rear 22G adjustable sight. Blued solid frame action with plain trigger and button magazine. Walnut plain pistol grip stock with shotgun style blued checkered steel buttplate. Walnut plain semi-beavertail forearm with blued nosecap. CONDITION: 95% blue with light edge wear. 95% original varnish with light storage marks. Perfect bore with good mechanics. An excellent rifle. DLM Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .32 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 65 Serial Number: 1006865

(C) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 71 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1226 (Sale Order 124 of 302)

High condition Winchester Model 71 Deluxe lever action rifle made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1939. 24" blued round tapered Winchester Proof Steel barrel marked with Winchester 2-line address and "-MODEL 71- WINCHESTER- 348 W.C.F.-" with hooded ramp front sight, rear plugged sight, and bolt peep sight. Blued solid frame with plain trigger, 2/3 blued magazine, and blued lever and hammer. Walnut checkered pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate and Winchester Grip cap. Walnut matching semi-beavertail checkered forearm with blued nosecap. Comes with factory quick detachable sling swivels and reproduction leather sling. CONDITION: 95% plus condition, possibly unfired, with hardly any blue wear. Some small storage marks and dings with excellent bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .348 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 71 Serial Number: 15273

(A) SAN FRANSISCO POLICE COLT LIGHTNING MAGAZINE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1227 (Sale Order 125 of 302)

Manufactured in 1898 and sold to the San Francisco Police Department. There was a total of 401 guns in this shipment and they all have their own serial number range (S.F.P. 1 - 401). Full blue finish gun with plain walnut stocks and crescent buttplate. Full length tube magazine. Round barrel with a Rocky Mountain front sight and a sporting rear sight. The hammer is case colored. Colt 2-line address on top of the barrel and the Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the receiver. All stampings are crisp and bright. CONDITION: Gun retains 90% of the original factory applied blue finish with just a few slight dings and abrasions in the blue finish. Front and rear stocks show some slight handling and storage marks. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. REW Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .44 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Serial Number: S.F.P. 392

(C) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1228 (Sale Order 126 of 302)

1901 vintage Winchester Model 1894 lever action rifle, serial number 209846. 26" round barrel chambered in .30 Winchester Centerfire with Winchester express rifle rear sight, German silver blade front sight, and Lyman combination tang sight. 2-piece plain walnut stock and forearm with blued rifle forearm cap and color case hardened rifle buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent plus with virtually all of the original bluing remaining with scattered light handling marks throughout. Lever, hammer, and buttplate retain bright case colors with wear at high edges. Stock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. TON Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 209846

(C) COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH NEW MEXICO HISTORY.

Lot #1229 (Sale Order 127 of 302)

1907 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 298413. 4 - 3/4" barrel marked with roll-die inscription on left side "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40". Correct 2-line barrel address "COLTS PT. F.A.MFG. Co. / HARTFORD.CT. U.S.A.". Chambered in .44-40 WCF cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame and hammer. Left side of frame marked with 2-line, 3 patent dates, and Rampant Colt motif in circle. 2-piece Mother of Pearl grips. Shipped to S.E. Aldrich c/o McIntosh Hardware Co. Albuquerque, New Mexico on August 19, 1907 in a shipment of 3 guns of the same type. Stephen E. Aldrich was born on April 25, 1845 in Cranston Rhode Island. During the Civil War, he enlisted in Battery E, 1st Rhode Island Artillery on March 15, 1865, and served during the latter part of the war. In 1870 he enlisted in the 3rd United States Cavalry and was sent to Arizona. Later was assigned to Company D, Sixth U.S. Cavalry, where he served in most the Indian campaigns from 1870-1880. Leaving the military, he was in the cattle business in Arizona until 1882 when he moved to Manuelito, New Mexico, and was engaged in the mercantile business for the next 30 years. Mr. Aldrich was a staunch supporter of the Republican party and is noted for serving his party with honor and trust. In 1903 and 1904 he was county commissioner of McKinley County, New Mexico. In 1907 he was a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives. In 1909 and 1910 he was trustee of the town of Gallup, New Mexico, and from 1908-1911 was a member of the territorial republican central committee. In the November 5, 1892 edition of the Albuquerque New Mexico paper the "Evening Citizen" is an article reporting several thousand Navajo Indians in Manuelito were threatening an uprising and bodily harm to the local Indian Agent and anyone else tempting to get their children to attend the agency school or any other government school. This was a very tense event alerting the local militia. The article also reports S.E. Aldrich sent a telegram to merchant Mandell Bros. & Co. telling them to ship him on the next train a dozen Winchester Rifles and 4,000 rounds of ammunition, which was delivered to him the next day in Manuelito, speculative to arm the Militia. Interesting to note that a recent book was published in 2009 titled "High Desert Adventures of Stephen E. Aldrich" CONDITION: Excellent overall with 85-90% original blue remaining. Strong case color on frame and hammer beginning to fade. Nice unmolested original screws. Pearl grips fit very well showing little wear. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright. Overall a very interesting pre-war Colt SAA that deserved further research. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: 298413

(C) ENRAVED COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1230 (Sale Order 128 of 302)

2nd generation Colt Sheriff's Model single action revolver, serial number SA38933. 3" barrel chambered in .44-40 Winchester Centerfire with blade front sight, 2-line barrel address, "COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL" roll die engraved on left-hand side of barrel, and frame notch rear sight. 2-piece imitation pearl grips with a Rampant Colt in a gold medallion on either side. Full coverage period professionally engraved with scroll on a punch dot background with starbursts on either side of the gas shield/loading gate. Silver plated finish. Date of engraving and engraver are unknown. CONDITION: Excellent plus, with nearly all of the silver plating remaining with minor areas of wear throughout. Engraving is sharp. Cylinder appears to be unfired with no dragline present. Grips are strong with no major signs of distress. Bore is lightly frosted with sharp rifling. TON Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: SA38933

(C) SMITH & WESSON REGISTERED MAGNUM REVOLVER WITH LETTER.

Lot #1231 (Sale Order 129 of 302)

Manufactured 1936 as per accompanying Smith & Wesson letter, and was shipped to Shapleigh Hardware Co, St. Louis, Missouri with an 8 - 3/4" barrel, McGivern 1/8" gold bead sight, deep U-notch rear sight, blue finish, and checkered walnut grips with adapters attached. The handgun was sighted at 50 yards for a dead-center hold, and a 3# trigger pull. High polish blue finish. Partially lugged barrel with McGivern bead front sight, wide square notch rear sight, blued finish with normal legends, serrated case color hardened trigger. Case colored hammer with checkering across top. Top rib and top strap with anti-glare matting with short smooth strip along sighting plane, just in front of rear sight. Serial number visible on butt and inside crane recess. Registration number 773 on inside of frame. Magna grips with gilt medallions. Single action trigger breaks at a crisp 2 - 1/2#. CONDITION: Very good. Some silvering to muzzle, front of partial lug, and frame consistent with holster wear and range use. Trigger guard has some flasking of bluing on left side and light scratches. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is excellent with strong rifling. The Registered Magnum is legendary amongst revolver aficionados for their craftsmanship, which was so high that Smith & Wesson backed them with a lifetime warranty. Accompanied by a Smith & Wesson letter listing features and signed by Roy Jinks. Barrel Length: 8 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: S&W Model: Registered Magnum Paperwork: S&W Letter Serial Number: 47227

(C) FINELY ENGRAVED COLT OFFICERS MODEL 38 HEAVY BARREL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER (1938).

Lot #1232 (Sale Order 130 of 302)

Officers Model Heavy Barrel double action revolver manufactured by Colt in 1938, in line with the Official Police serial numbers. The left side of the barrel is stamped "+ OFFICERS MODEL 38 +/ +HEAVY BARREL+", with Colt's 2-line address across the top. Left side of frame bears the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Major metal components are blued, with the trigger and rear of the hammer being nitre blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion smooth ivory grips. Frame and barrel have been nicely custom engraved, with the frame featuring line bordered scrollwork on a stippled background and a line design on either side of the top strap. Barrel features en suite scroll engraving on a matching stippled background. Features include a 6" barrel, adjustable front and rear sights, as well as a special deep cut hammer. CONDITION: Metal components retain the majority of their blue finish, exhibiting some areas of wear and thinning showing through to grey patina, as well as a small area on the underside of the barrel that shows some light losses to the metal from the ejector rod head. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent. A very attractive example of a Colt Officers Model 38 revolver with a rare heavy barrel. MLW Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Officers Model Serial Number: 626094

(M) EXTRAORDINARY HOWARD DOVE MASTER ENGRAVED COLT COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION 1992 SINGLE ACTION ARMY FL

Lot #1233 (Sale Order 131 of 302)

A truly extraordinary piece, this Single Action Army was exquisitely embellished by Colt Master Engraver, Howard M. Dove. The top of the barrel bears Colt's single line address, with the left side of the barrel bearing "COLT .22" in gold lettering surrounded by a light gold border. Left side of frame exhibits a gold stylized "COLT" logo to the rear of the breech, with Colt's patent information followed by the encircled Rampant Colt logo present below the cylinder. Left side of ejector rod housing is engraved "HMD O.V.E./ COLT E.G.R.", partially obscured behind the cylinder pinhead. Frame and barrel are case color hardened, with remaining components retaining a lustrous deep blue finish. Frame is mounted with 1-piece checkered and scroll ivory grips. Barrel is mounted with a target front sight, with the flattop frame retaining a dovetailed square notch rear sight. Matching serial number "1992" is present on the frame, cylinder, as well as on the left side of the grip straps. Frame exhibits full coverage scroll engraving on a punch dot background, with said engraving being housed within partial gold borders that terminate in light floral motifs. Frame also exhibits a gold and silver inlaid Colt Onion Dome over the recoil shield, with the right side bearing a gold inlaid panel of a revolver with a partially flipped up bayonet over the loading gate, as well as a hammer and cylinder just to the rear of the breech. The barrel and ejector rod housing feature partial engraving that is en suite with the frame, terminating in a repeating "V" pattern border engraved between 2 gold bands at the breech, with the barrel exhibiting 2 additional gold bands around the muzzle. Cylinder also features full coverage engraving terminating at the rear with 2 gold bands. Hammer features a gold line border, housing matching engraving. Rear grip strap features checkering at the screw emplacements, with a gold border and light scrollwork surrounding a relief gold inlaid Rampant Colt logo above "CCA 1992/ HARTFORD, CONN." that is surrounded by a gold line border and scrollwork. Bottom of grip strap bears Samuel Colt's signature with scroll engraving inside a gold-lined border. Left side of rear grip strap is engraved "HMD" beneath the grip panel for Colt Master Engraver Howard Dove. Bottom of trigger guard features additional scroll engraving, with the forward trigger guard screw being surrounded by an engraved heart motif. This revolver is accompanied by a matching factory cardboard box containing its styrofoam insert. CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retain bountiful amounts of their original factory-applied blue and case colored finishes, exhibiting few signs of even extensive handling overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting sharp and well-defined rifling throughout. Grips are excellent, retaining sharp checkering overall. An exceptional example of the master quality engraving by Howard Dove, that would be suitable as a fine display piece in the advanced collection. MLW Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: CCA1992

(M) BARRY LEE HANDS FACTORY MASTER ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID SERIAL NUMBER "1 RAMPANT" THIRD GENERATION

Lot #1234 (Sale Order 132 of 302)

Third Generation Single Action Army revolver manufactured by Colt as part of a fundraising effort to bring the original bronze statue that sat atop the blue onion dome from 1865 into the late 1980s to the Museum of Connecticut History in the State Library. This revolver was engraved by master engraver Barry Lee Hands. Hands, having served as President of the Firearms Engravers Guild of America since 2012, has traveled the world perfecting his craft, and has worked with notable American firearms manufacturers such as Colt, Winchester, and Ithaca. This revolver features masterful scroll and punch dot engraving, with the frame being case color finished and the barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, and grip straps retaining a lustrous deep blue finish. Frame is mounted with a 1-piece checkered ivory grip. Frame features a gold relief inlaid Colt Onion Dome on the recoil shield as well as a gold relief inlaid Colt coat of arms on the loading gate. Non-fluted cylinder features relief engraved scroll borders, with wonderful double gold bands at the front and rear, and a relief gold inlaid Rampant Colt present on either side of the cylinder. Barrel exhibits gold bands en suite at the muzzle and breech. Rear grip strap exhibits Samuel Colt's signature between relief scroll engraving, with additional relief scrollwork present on the butt followed by Hand's signature "Barry Lee Hands". Revolver is accompanied by its matching factory box, with the end label indicating "TYPE "B" MASTER ENGRAVING W/RELIEF, IVORY STOCKS", as well as a glass top display case containing a plaque inscribed "COLT STATUE PRESERVATION / SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER/ 1 RAMPANT / DONATED BY COLT'S MANUFACTURING CO., INC. / OCTOBER 1, 1994". CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retaining virtually all of their original factory applied finish, save for a few small nicks and marks from handling and storage that are mostly concentrated on the right side of the barrel. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Grips show a few nicks to the checkering as well as some minor losses around the bottom edge but are otherwise fine. Matching factory box is excellent. Glass top display case is en suite. An extremely attractive Single Action Army revolver, masterfully engraved by Barry Lee Hands. MLW Accessories: Case and box Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 1Rampant

(C) FINELY RESTORED & HIGHLY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REV

Lot #1235 (Sale Order 133 of 302)

Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter manufactured by Colt in 1903, subsequently being custom engraved and restored. The top of the barrel bears Colt's 2-line address, with "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" on the left. Left side of frame bears patent information followed by the encircled Rampant Colt logo. Frame retains a case colored finish, with the barrel, grip straps, and trigger guard being blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece stag handle grips. Frame exhibits pleasingly executed scroll engraving on a punch dot background that is housed within a light line border on either side, with additional bordered scroll work present on the top strap. Barrel and ejector rod housing are partially engraved, featuring scroll engraving en suite with the frame. Cylinder shows a scroll and floral motifs between the flutes, with a band of scroll on a punch dot background at the rear. Rear grip strap features nearly symmetrical floral motifs, terminating at the center of the grip strap, with an additional floral motif on the butt. Bottom of trigger guard exhibits a motif reminiscent of the backstrap, with light scroll engraving around the front trigger guard screw. CONDITION: Metal components retain bountiful amounts of their reapplied finish overall, exhibiting few minute indications of wear or extensive handling overall. Frame retains vibrant case coloring overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting good rifling throughout. Grips are excellent, showing few minor marks from handling and storage overall. An extremely attractive example of an expertly restored and engraved Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter revolver. MLW Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Serial Number: 240829

(C) PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1236 (Sale Order 134 of 302)

1929 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 353602. 5 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame, and hammer. 2-piece ivory grips with Colt silver medallions. 2-line, 3 patent dates found on left side of frame with Rampant Colt motif. CONDITION: Excellent with 95-97% bright original blue and case colors. Unmolested screws. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Grips fit well, with a couple minor hairline age cracks. -MKS- Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 353602

(C) FINE 2ND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot #1237 (Sale Order 135 of 302)

2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army manufactured in 1969. Blued 5 - 1/2" barrel with 1-line address and "COLT SINGLE ACTION .45" stampings, blade front sight, and frame notch rear. 6-shot fluted cylinder and case hardened frame. Grips are 2-piece checkered composite with rampant Colt logos. Housed in a red and black picture display box with factory paperwork. CONDITION: Near excellent. Nearly all of the original finishes are retained with some minor marks and a spot of loss on the butt. Grips are excellent. Fine bright mirror bore. Appears unfired. Box is good with some light wear and one corner water damaged. Lid corners have been reinforced with clear tape. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 49130SA

(C) PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1238 (Sale Order 136 of 302)

1939 Vintage Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 356858. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Blue with case hardened frame. Polished sides on hammer. 2-piece ivory grips with Colt silver medallions. 2-line, 3 patent dates found on left side of frame with Rampant Colt motif. CONDITION: Excellent with 97-98% bright original blue and case colors. Unmolested screws. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Grips fit well, with a couple minor hairline age cracks. -MKS- Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 356858

(C) ENGRAVED COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1239 (Sale Order 137 of 302)

1968 Vintage Colt Python double action revolver, serial number 82123. 6" ventilated rib barrel. Chambered in .357 Magnum cartridge. 2-piece checkered walnut grips with Colt gold medallions. Custom hand engraved in approximately D-coverage. Well executed engraving features foliate scrollwork with stippled backgrounds. Gold line work around cylinder flutes. Gold inlay "PYTHON 357/ 357 MAGNUM CTG." on left side of barrel. Gold inlay "COLT'S PTFA MFG Co HARTFORD CT USA" on right side of barrel. High relief gold inlaid Rampant Colt motif on left side of frame. Date of engraving and name of engraver currently unknown. CONDITION: Excellent overall with virtually all the refinished blue remaining. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Grips show modest wear. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Mag FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Serial Number: 82123

(M) HOWARD DOVE MASTERPIECE, PANEL SCENE ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER

Lot #1240 (Sale Order 138 of 302)

Many collectors will agree, and history will show, Howard M. Dove as the eminent master engraver of the 20th century. The engraved Colt Single Action Army revolver, serial number 5547 AM, presented in this lot can only be described as a masterpiece. Reminiscent of the panel scene Colts engraved by 19th century master engravers. This revolver is at least, if not superior, in execution and quality of engraving to those 19th century masterpieces. Using a 125th Anniversary Colt Single Action Army Commemorative revolver made in 1961, Howard Dove masterfully hand-engraved to create this incredible work of art. 7 - 1/2" barrel. Chambered in .45 LC cartridge. Finished in bright nickel, accented with fire blued screws, and cylinder pin. Scrimshawed 2-piece Ivory grips with blind screw hole in left panel. The left grip panel is scrimshawed by Dove, with an image of the famous Lawman & Pony, Colt used as exclusive advertising commonly referred to as "Patches". This is an incredibly accurate and detailed scrimshawed rendition of Frank Schoonover's original art. Howard MacArthur Dove was born in Montgomery County Virginia on August 9, 1942 dying on November 1, 1994, at the early age of 52. Mr. Dove was an U.S. Army Veteran and served in Vietnam as a Special Forces, Green Beret. He was a world renowned Master Engraver having the distinction of working for both Colt and Winchester as a factory Master Engraver. However, many of his most masterful pieces, including s/n 5547 AM, were engraved in his personnel shop, "OLD DOMINION ENGRAVING CO." located in his hometown of Christiansburg, Virginia. Accompanying the revolver is a letter from Old Dominion Engraving Co. dated July 18, 1990, signed Howard M. Dove, Master Engraver for Colt and U.S. Repeating Arms Company. The letters outlines the features of serial number 5547 AM with the following description in Mr. Dove's words: "Cuno Helfricht style with D+ coverage and blue engraved screws. Left recoil shield has high relief scene of a Marshall drawing two Colt SA's. Left side plate has engraved scene from C.M. Russel's painting of "Smoke Of A .45". The right panel side plate has scene partially taken from Fredrick Remington's painting of cowboys chased by Indians ("Dash For The Timbers"). Loading gate has a Colt pistol and 5-point sheriff's badge with ball tips. The ejector rod housing hollow cut has "Wriggle" cut line full length. Rear of cylinder has double wedge cut border and running leaf border. Barrel has checkerboard panel on left and right side. Engraver's signature can be found in the base of the ejector rod housing and under the grips on left side of butt." CONDITION: Near Mint overall, showing little to no wear. Ivory grips have shrunk slightly, exposing edge of the backstrap. It is safe to say this revolver was factory test fired only, and remains in an unused condition. A masterful work of art. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 5547AM

(C) EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE ENGRAVED THIRD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH DISPLAY CAS

Lot #1241 (Sale Order 139 of 302)

Third Generation Single Action Army revolver manufactured by Colt in 1979. The top of the barrel bears Colt's single line address, with the left side of the frame bearing patent information followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Metal components exhibit a lustrous deep blue finish, with the frame being mounted with 1-piece smooth pearl grips. Frame is finely engraved, featuring fine scrollwork acanthus scroll engraving that exhibits light crosshatch engraving on a finely stippled background. The right side of the frame, rear grip strap, as well as the bottom of the trigger guard each bear a single engraved star in the Nimschke style. Rear grip strap, barrel, and cylinder exhibit scroll engraving en suite, with the barrel featuring gold bands at the breech, as well as gold bands at the muzzle that terminate in a pleasing line design on either side. Cylinder exhibits 5 gold bands at the rear with additional gold bordering present along the edges of the flutes. Cylinder pin head exhibits a single gold band, with the hammer featuring a gold line border on either side. Bottom of ejector rod housing is engraved "F". Cylinder is matching via the last 4 digits of the serial number. Revolver is accompanied by a wood display box with blue velvet interior lining. CONDITION: Extremely fine, with metal components retaining virtually all of their blue finish overall, save for a few small handling marks that are present on the ejector rod housing. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Pearl grip is excellent overall. Wood display case shows some very light external wear but is otherwise fine. An extremely attractive example of a finely engraved Third Generation Colt Single Action revolver. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: SA14812

(M) ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER NO. 3 SCHOFIELD REVOLVER.

Lot #1242 (Sale Order 140 of 302)

Modern manufactured version of the iconic Smith & Wesson No. 3 Schofield with case colored hinge, hammer, trigger guard, and trigger, with blued frame and barrel assembly. Engraved in approximate B class coverage with Young style scroll. 2-piece horn grips retained by single screw. Half-moon front sight marked "PERFORMANCE CENTER 2000" on left side. Schofield patent on right side of barrel lug, S&W patents on left. In a modern Performance Center box with French cut blue foam lining for pistol and a Model 3 Schofield medallion. Includes test fired cartridge, promotional material, registration card, and manual. CONDITION: Overall excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes with some minor marks from handling and storage, possibly new old stock. Engraving is crisp and sharp, case colors are good but fade, losing most of their vibrant color. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong rifling. Some dried, possibly factory, grease under the ejector star. Grips excellent. Case good with some marks from handling, mostly on right side, interior lid liner detached. S&W stopped offering these guns, making them very difficult to find. EMW Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .45 S&W FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 3 Schofield Paperwork: Manuals Serial Number: GWS0934

ENGLISH OAK COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CASE.

Lot #1243 (Sale Order 141 of 302)

English manufactured 7 - 1/2" barreled Colt Single Action Army oak partitioned case. Scarlet cloth lined with label in lid reading "Colt's Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Co." / "14 Pall Mall S.W." / "London". Top of lid is complete with brass medallion. Inside of case includes partition for 30 rounds of ammunition with .44-40 Winchester Center Fire cartridges currently present. Case comes with an English oiler, case key, and ebony wiping rod. Would make an excellent display piece for a 7 - 1/2" barreled Colt Single Action Army revolver. TON

(C) RARE SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 94 LEVER ACTION CARBINE WITH CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBER.

Lot #1244 (Sale Order 142 of 302)

Made 1963. According to WACA Research gun serial number 2600010 is listed in records as next to last Model 94 made in 1963. The gun is 1 of 2 ordered on January 7, 1963 by Noffsinger Manufacturing, Greeley, Colorado, and Blish, Mize & Silliman Hardware Company, Atchison, Kansas. According to box label and note from consignor these guns were ordered as Model 94 carbines with blued 20" barrels, chambered in .30-30 Winchester, consecutive serial numbers 2600010 and 2600011, and full fancy American walnut stocks. This gun conforms to this configuration and comes with documentation and matching numbered red-letter Winchester 2-piece box with correct yellow label and 94 booklet. PROVENANCE: Bill Bean Collection. CONDITION: 98% plus original condition with gun possibly test fired only. Gun does not appear to even have been cycled. Box is in fair condition with some tattered edges. Great find! DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 94 Paperwork: Research Survey Serial Number: 2600010

(C) THE LAST DOCUMENTED PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE MANUFACTURED.

Lot #1245 (Sale Order 143 of 302)

Manufactured 1963. According to WACA Research serial number 2600011 is listed in records as the last Model 94 made in 1963. The gun is 1 of 2 ordered on January 7, 1963 by Noffsinger Manufacturing, Greeley, Colorado and Blish, Mize & Silliman Hardware Company, Atchison, Kansas. According to box label and note from consignor, these guns were ordered as Model 94 carbines with blued 20" barrels, chambered in .30-30 Winchester, consecutive serial numbers 2600010 and 2600011, and full fancy American walnut stocks. This gun conforms to this configuration and comes with documentation and matching numbered red-letter Winchester 2-piece box with correct yellow label and 94 booklet. PROVENANCE: Bill Bean Collection. CONDITION: 98% plus original condition with gun possibly test fired only. Gun do not appear to even have been cycled. Box is in fair condition with some tattered edges. Great find! DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 94 Paperwork: Factory invoice, Research Survey Serial Number: 2600011

(M) CASED MARLIN 1889-1989 SHOW GUN CENTENNIAL MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1246 (Sale Order 144 of 302)

Marlin Model 1889 lever action rifle built by Marlin Firearms Company as an exhibition show gun in 1989 and was sold by Marlin in 1989 for nearly $40,000. This exquisite rifle has a 21" blued round barrel with brass bead blade front sight, floral engraving, 2 gold barrel bands, barrel marked in gold "THE MARLIN FIREARMS CO.", rear adjustable notch sight, floral engraved breech, and caliber "Cal 32-20" in gold. Blued floral engraved action engraved by Alvin White with tastefully done goldwork, including Marlin name, horse and rider, inventor L.L. Hepburn portrait in gold, and blued 1/2 magazine tube. American highly figured walnut shotgun checkered buttstock with blued checkered steel buttplate with matching checkered forearm with floral engraved nosecap. Comes in specially made walnut felt-lined case with dummy display ammo. A beautiful one of kind rifle. CONDITION: As new and unfired with box having some stage marks. DLM Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 Win FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Marlin Model: 1889 Serial Number: 1889-1989

(M) LOT OF 5: MAG-NA-PORT AFRICAN BIG GAME RUGER SUPER BLACKHAWK SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER COMPLETE SET

Lot #1247 (Sale Order 145 of 302)

Complete commemorative set of Ruger New Model Super Blackhawks with specific engraving of separate African Big 5 animals on each revolver. This is set number 001 released by Mag-Na-Port to commemorate the founder, Larry Kelly, and his accomplishment of successfully taking all of the African Big 5 using a handgun. The lot consists as follows: (A) Stainless Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk chambered in .44 Magnum with a 6" Mag-Na-Ported barrel. Features a ramped serrated front sight with a yellow insert, adjustable rear sight with ghost ring leaf, serrated and jeweled trigger, serrated and jeweled hammer, and smooth wooden stocks with "SUPER VEL .44 MAG" brass inserts. The ejector rod, cylinder pin, cylinder pin release, grip screw, trigger, and hammer are all gold washed. Engraving of a cape buffalo on the cylinder, "001" on frame before serial number, and Mag-Na-Port logo on top strap. Factory zip tie still attached. Includes wooden display case lined with blue fabric and Mag-Na-Port Patch. Top of lid has Mag-Na-Port logo. CONDITION: Excellent plus with seeming to be only factory fired. Extremely slight storage wear. Box is excellent. (B) Matte Stainless Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk chambered in .44 Magnum with a 6" Mag-Na-Ported barrel. Features a ramped serrated front sight with a red insert, adjustable rear sight with square notch leaf, serrated and jeweled trigger, serrated and jeweled hammer, and smooth wooden stocks with imitation ivory inserts featuring an elephant portrait. The cylinder, ejector rod, cylinder pin, cylinder pin release, frame screws, trigger, and hammer are all highly polished. Engraving of an elephant on the cylinder, "001" on frame before serial number, scroll on the muzzle, and Mag-Na-Port logo in gold lettering on top strap. Factory zip tie still attached. Includes wooden display case lined with blue fabric, Mag-Na-Port Patch, and imitation ivory featuring an elephant portrait. Top of lid has Mag-Na-Port logo. CONDITION: Excellent plus with seeming to be only factory fired. Extremely slight storage wear. Box is excellent. (C) High polish blued Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk chambered in .44 Magnum with a 5 - 1/2" Mag-Na-Ported barrel. Features a ramped serrated front sight with a white insert, adjustable rear sight with square notch leaf, serrated trigger and hammer with silver polish, and smooth wooden stocks with imitation ivory inserts featuring lion portrait. Engraving of a lion on the cylinder, "001" on frame before serial number, “SHUMBA” on the backstrap in silver lettering, and Mag-Na-Port logo also in silver lettering on top strap. Factory zip tie still attached. Includes wooden display case lined with red fabric and Mag-Na-Port Patch. Top of lid has Mag-Na-Port logo with a lion portrait. CONDITION: Excellent plus with seeming to be only factory fired. Box is excellent. (D) Matte Stainless Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk chambered in .44 Magnum with a 4 - 3/4" Mag-Na-Ported barrel. Features a ramped serrated front sight with a red insert, adjustable rear sight with square notch leaf, serrated and jeweled trigger, serrated and jeweled hammer, and smooth wooden stocks with gold background Ruger emblems. The ejector rod, cylinder pin, cylinder pin release, grip screw, trigger, and hammer are all gold washed. Engraving of a rhino on the cylinder and top strap, "001" on frame before serial number, and Mag-Na-Port logo on top strap and barrel. Factory zip tie still attached. Includes wooden display case lined with blue fabric and Mag-Na-Port Patch. Top of lid has Mag-Na-Port logo above a rhino portrait surrounded by a globe. CONDITION: Excellent plus with seeming to be only factory fired. Box is excellent. (E) Matte Stainless Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk chambered in .44 Magnum with a 10 - 1/2" Mag-Na-Ported barrel. Features a scallop bladed front sight, adjustable rear sight with square notch leaf, serrated and jeweled trigger, serrated and jeweled hammer, and smooth wooden stocks with black background Ruger emblems. Engraving of a snarling leopard on the cylinder, "001" on frame before serial number, scroll on the muzzle and frame, and Mag-Na-Port logo on top strap. Factory zip tie still attached. Includes wooden display case lined with brown Swade fabric. Top of lid has portrait of snarling leopard centered on imitation ivory in the shape of African continent. CONDITION: Excellent plus with seeming to be only factory fired. Box is excellent. GFP. Accessories: (ALL) Cases Barrel Length: Various Caliber/Bore: (ALL) .44 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: (ALL) Ruger Model: (ALL) Super Blackhawk Serial Number: (A) 83-13137 (B) 83-73311 (C) 84-29044 (D) 84-64461 (E) 84-97931

(M) RARE SET OF COLT PYTHON SNAKE EYES DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVERS WITH FACTORY DISPLAY CASE, LETTER AND

Lot #1248 (Sale Order 146 of 302)

Extremely rare set of Pythons, one of 500 made for 1989 only, with mirrored serial numbers (EYES195 and 195EYES in this example) and "SNAKE EYES" rolled on barrels. Shared features are 2 - 1/2" vent rib barrels, simulated ivory grips scrimshawed with a pair of snake eyes dice on one side and a diamond royal flush on the other. Pistols have nicely contrasting Royal Blue and Ultimate Stainless finishes as befitting their serial numbers. Correct lighted Snake Eyes case with dice, poker chips, Snake Eyes branded playing cards, and mounting rods. Factory boxes with correct serial numbers on end flap. Adding to the collectability of these revolvers is their use in an August 12th, 2021 video by Hickok45, shooting them on his range to promote them for the upcoming NRA Auction. As such, this lot is accompanied by the target shot by Hickok45 and a letter from him congratulating the new owner and offering some advice on sighting. CONDITION: Overall excellent, retaining virtually all of their finishes. Both guns have minor marks from storage and use, and the grips are free of chips or cracks. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent with crisp rifling and some minor residue in the rifling of the Ultimate Stainless gun. Boxes are very good with some age-related distress, including some spots of white from removal of adhesive, sleeve for the blued gun has a tear at the end flap measuring 2" deep with longest tear 3 - 1/2". Case is excellent with intact rods; most rods are broken as they were not strong enough to stand up to use. Card decks are excellent and are complete. Lighting does not work and needs attention. This set is one of the more difficult sets of Colt revolvers to find and these are in fantastic condition, and they are accentuated by their association with a well-respected member of the online gun community. This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. EMW Accessories: Display case and boxes Barrel Length: (Both) 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: (Both) Colt Model: (Both) Python Paperwork: Letter & target from Hickok45 Serial Number: (A) EYES195 (B0 195EYES

(A) W.R. PAPE 28 GAUGE HAMMERLESS SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH HARD AND SOFT CASES.

Lot #1249 (Sale Order 147 of 302)

Circa 1889. A sweet lightweight Damascus barreled 28 bore side lock, side by side game gun. Barrels are 28" in length with 2 - 1/2" chambers, extractors, matte filed, swamp game concaved rib. Rib reads "W.R. PAPE. NEW CASTLE-ON TYNE-INVENTOR-OF-CHOKE BOREING". Top rib also fit with doll's head extension and small steel round front bead site. Nitro barrels were reproofed in London in 1990 and have chokes measuring: left: Improved Modified and right: Modified. The coin-finished sidelock action is fit with cocking indicators, third fastener for doll's head and blued top lever. Action is engraved with scrolls and games scenes of pointing dog on farm stalking pheasants. Sidelocks also engraved "W.R. PAPE". Bottom action engraved with scrolls. Top lever engraved with scrolls and is checkered at thumb. Action is built with double triggers and is auto-safe. Safe slide is checkered. The straight-grained English walnut stock with slender Prince of Wales pistol grip is finely and fancy checkered with engraved horn grip cap, silver shield and black ebonite scored buttplate. The gun's double triggers are protected by an engraved trigger guard with 3/4 length bottom strap. Engraving is scroll with a pair of hunting dogs giving chase to a flying quail. Bottom tang with scrolls and guns serial number "6010". Matching splinter forend with horn tip, matched checkering, and Deeley styled latch release. Forend metal is scroll engraved. Faded case colored interior iron metal with guns serial number "6010". Gun comes with a vintage canvas case and a soft carry case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain mostly all of their Damascus with faded brown and some handling marks from use. Barrels are loose. Action is sound and is proud to wood at rear of right lockplate. Stock and forend with handling marks. Vintage case is good but locked. Soft carry case is good with handling and storage marks. This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. CP Accessories: Hard & Soft Cases Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .039 (R) .042 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .019 (R) .007 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 28 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .538 (R) .550 Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" Manufacturer: W.R. Pape Model: Hammerless Serial Number: 6010 Weight: 5 Lbs 6 Oz.

(C) MERKEL 303E OVER/UNDER 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH LOM CASE.

Lot #1250 (Sale Order 148 of 302)

Circa 1935. A vintage German over/under game gun with 29 - 1/2" blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with 2 - 3/4" chambers, ejectors, narrow matte ventilated rib with brass middle and front bead sight. Barrels near breech read "GEBRUDER MERKEL, SUHL", "SUHLERWAFFENWERK". Bottom with proofs, serial number (22351/1610), "BOHLER STAHL". Chokes are Full and Improved Modified. Upper part of 3-piece forend attached at mid-rib. Case colored floral scroll sidelock action with cocking indicators, inspection window, blacked single mechanical trigger, double cross bolt locking mechanism, checkered safety slide, blacked top lever with light scroll and checkered thumb safe. Case colored trigger guard with light floral scroll extends to the gun's long bottom strap which is also engraved with floral scroll, case colored and has the gun's serial "22351" number engraved. Bottom of action reads "SUHLER WAFFENWERK", "GEBRUDER MERKEL, SUHL". The darkish honey-brown stock with what appears to be small ebony diamond-shaped inserts has a finely checkered English straight grip, silver oval and is finished with a checkered butt. The matched checkered forend has an elongated decorative ebony tip and a case colored Deeley styled latch release. Iron metal is also case colored. Gun comes in a nice leather Leg O' Mutton case. CONDITION: Good. Barrels are good with some light fading to their black. Barrels also with some small indentations and markings. Action, ejectors and trigger are all sound. Stock with light handling marks. Bottom of forend splitting from iron metal running north to tail end of Deeley release. Leg O' Mutton is good with some handling and storage marks. This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. CP Accessories: Leather LOM Case Barrel Length: 29 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .032 (U) .025 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .042 (U) .028 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .730 (U) .730 Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 303E Serial Number: 22351 Weight: 7 Lbs. 10 oz.

(M) MERKEL 147SL 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1251 (Sale Order 149 of 302)

Circa 1978. A nicely balanced 147SL (sidelock) game gun with 28" blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers, matte concave tapered rib with third fastener extension and white round front bead sight. Barrels are also fit for side clips and with light scroll engraving near breech. Left barrel reads "GEBR MERKEL SUHL","MADE IN GDR". Right barrel reads "SPECIAL-GEWEHRLAUSF-STAHL"."CHROMIUM INSIDE" Chokes are Full and Light Full. Bottom rib fit with loop for sling. The brushed coin finished sidelock action with cocking indicators, double triggers, cross bolt, side clips, blacked top lever and serrated safe slide is handsomely engraved with scrolls and game scenes of flying/feeding ducks and grouse being flushed by a German Short Haired Pointer dog through wooded fields. Top lever is stippled, scroll engraved and thumb piece is checkered. Gun is auto safe. The blacked lightly scroll engraved trigger guard extends to half-length bottom strap. The gun's stock and forend are reddish-brown with smoky straight grain figuring and matched fine checkering. Buttstock is fit with a pistol grip, grip cap, cheekpiece, loop for sling and finished by a black checkered ebonite German buttplate. Forend with a lightly scroll engraved Deeley styled latch release. Gun is housed in a green and brown leather Merkel case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain most of their black. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is sound, ejectors are in time and triggers are crisp. Stock and forend are very good with minor handling marks. There is slight bit more indication of use at the left edge of the buttplate than on at the rest of the buttstock. Case is very good with light storage marks. Very nice gun! This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .035 (R) .031 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .042 (R) .035 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 5/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .724 (R) .725 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 147SL Serial Number: 761503 Weight: 7 Lbs 2 Oz

(M) MERKEL 147EL 20/28 GAUGE 2 BARREL SET WITH HARD CASE.

Lot #1252 (Sale Order 150 of 302)

Circa 2004. A very nice side by side German game gun with 2 sets of barrels. Barrels are both 28" in length with ejectors, third fastener extensions, side clips and matte tapered ribs with round brass front bead sights. The 20 bore's rib is slightly concave. Both sets of barrels are engraved near breech with scrolls. The (B) 28 bore's rib reads "147 EL 28 GA". Left barrel on both reads "GSI INC T'ville AL", "GEHR. MERKEL SUHL", "MADE IN GERMANY". Right barrel on (A) reads "Krupp Stahl". Right barrel on (B) reads "147 E 20 Ga". Chamber lengths are: (A) 2 - 3/4" and (B) 3". Chokes are (A) Improved Modified and Modified. (B) Full and Modified. Both sets of barrels have their own European walnut semi-beavertail forends. The coin finished, side clipped, scalloped boxlock action is engraved with lovely scrolls and game scenes of pheasants and quail flying through fields and wood by "GR" (Gunter Richter - Merkel Master Engraver) as signed. The action is built with disc strikers, cross bolt, blacked top lever with checkered thumb, serrated safe slide and blacked double triggers. Double triggers are protected by a blacked scroll engraved trigger guard with long bottom tang. The handsome brownish red European walnut stock with smoky grain is furnished with an English sharp checkered straight hand grip and finished with a brown "KICK-EEZ" pad. European walnut forends with matched checkering and Deeley-styled latch releases. Releases and exterior iron metal engraved with scrolls. Gun and barrels live in a Merkel green and brown leather case. Case with original Merkel buttplate and Merkel certificate. CONDITION: Very good. Both sets of barrels retain the majority of their black with some light spotting. Action is sound and ejectors are in time. Stock and forends with light handling marks. Case is also very good with some minor storage marks. Nice gun! This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. CP Accessories: Case, Buttplate, and Certificate Barrel Length: (BOTH) 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (A) (L) .035 (R) .033 (B) (BOTH) .029 Chamber: (A) 2 - 3/4" (B) 3" Choke: (A) (L) .017 (R) .011 (B) (L) .034 (R) .017 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Internal Bore Diameter: (A) (L) .551 (R) .553 (B) (L) .629 (R) .630 Length of Pull: 15 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 147EL Paperwork: Certificate Serial Number: 382888 Weight: (A) 6 Lbs. 3 oz. (B) 6 Lbs. 4 oz.

(M) MERKEL 147EL 20 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1253 (Sale Order 151 of 302)

Circa 2000. A nicely balanced game gun with 26 - 3/4" blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 3" chambers, matte concave tapered rib with third fastener extension and round front bead sight. Rib reads "147 EL 20 GA." near breech. Barrels are also fit for side clips and with light scroll engraving near breech. Left barrel reads "GSI Inc. T'ville AL", "GEBR MERKEL SUHL", "MADE IN GERMANY". Right barrel reads "KRUPP Stahl". Chokes are Modified and Improved Cylinder. The coin finished scalloped boxlock action with blacked double triggers, disc set strikers, cross bolt and side clips. Blacked top lever and serrated safe slide are handsomely engraved with scrolls, game scenes of flying pheasants and grouse through wooded pastures. Engraving by "BB" (Bernd Becher) as signed. Gun is auto-safe. The blacked lightly scroll engraved trigger guard extends to a full-length bottom strap. The gun's stock and forend are reddish-brown with smoky figuring and matched sharp checkering. Buttstock is fit with an English straight grip and finished by a black ebonite Merkel buttplate. Forend with a lightly scroll engraved Deeley styled latch release. Gun is housed in a green and brown leather Merkel case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their black. Action is sound, ejectors are in time and triggers are crisp. Stock and forend are very good with minor handling marks. Case is very good with light storage marks. Very nice gun! This lot was donated as part of the NRA Firearms for Freedom program, for more information, visit nrafff.com. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 3/4" Barrel Wall Thickness: (BOTH) .032 Chamber: 3" Choke: (L) .017 (R) .007 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .629 (R) .628 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 147EL Serial Number: 383290 Weight: 6 Lbs. 2 Oz.

(A) COLT 1883 SIDE BY SIDE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1254 (Sale Order 152 of 302)

Factory lettered Colt 1883. Made in 1896 featuring 32" Damascus barrels with concave rib, stamped Colt address, extractors, automatic safety, and double triggers. Gun has walnut checkered stock with pistol grip, Bakelite Colt logo buttplate, and checkered splinter forearm with latch release and ebony inlay. CONDITION: Barrels retain 90% Damascus pattern with shootable bores, having light pitting throughout. Action has 30% fading colors in protected areas, wearing to a silvery appearance. Forearm iron is worn silver and trigger guard has 40% original blue. Wood has nice hand-rubbed appearance that has been cleaned with finish added, with sharp checkering and minor handling marks. Nice example of a rare shotgun. JTH Barrel Length: 32" Barrel Wall Thickness: (Both) .033 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 3 - 3/8" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 12 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1883 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 7754 Weight: 8 Lbs 13 Oz.

(A) WESTLEY RICHARDS BOX LOCK EJECTOR SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1255 (Sale Order 153 of 302)

Circa 1889. A vintage 12 bore with lovely brown Damascus barrels. This British-made shotgun is built 30", 2 - 1/2" chambered barrels. Barrels with Birmingham nitro reproof. Barrels are fit with ejectors and a Damascus smooth concave rib with doll's head extension. Rib faintly reads with maker's name and address "Westley Richards 170 Bond Street London". Chokes are Modified and Improved Cylinder. The gun's silvery patina boxlock action is engraved with tight scrolls throughout. "WESTLEY RICHARDS" is engraved on both sides in a banner. Action bottom is blacked with matching fine scroll. The gun's fine double triggers are protected by a blacked engraved trigger guard which extends to an engraved 3/4 length bottom strap. Bottom strap also engraved with gun serial number "14384". The patent ejector blacked fine scroll engraved top lever sits ahead of the word "SAFE" (in gold). Safe slide is scroll engraved and serrated. Gun is auto-safe. The European brown smoky stock with drop points, double checkered panels is also built with English flat top checkering on its English straight hand grip. Stock is finished by a brown serrated hard rubber plate. The splinter forend matched checkering is complimented by the engraved Deeley latch release and horn tip. Exterior iron metal with scroll engraving matching the action. Gun comes in an oak and leather case with vintage paper trade label and factory letter(s). Letters indicate gun was originally built for "Mr. F.G. Armstrong Esq.". Case also comes with a nickel-plated pair of snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels remain with 95% re-brown Damascus. Barrels with slight handling marks. Action, ejectors, and triggers are sound. Stock is very good with light handling marks and evidence of a later restock. Forend is very good with light handling marks. Nice vintage side by side game gun! CP Accessories: Case & Paperwork Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .021 (R) .021 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .015 (R) .007 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .741 (R) .743 Length of Pull: 13 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: BLE Paperwork: Factory Records Serial Number: 14384 Weight: 6 Lbs. 3 oz.

(C) MIDAS GRADE BROWNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY LEROY WITH BOX.

Lot #1256 (Sale Order 154 of 302)

Circa 1968. A handsome 12 gauge black framed over-under game gun with 28" shiny blacked barrels. Barrels are built with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers, matte ventilated rib, white mid bead and white front bead. Barrel reads "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS Mo. & MONTREAL. P.Q.", "MADE IN BELGIUM" on left and "SPECIAL STEEL - 12GA. - SHELLS 2 3/4"." "PATENTS No 2203.378-2.233861". Barrels are choked: Full and Three Quarter as indicated near breech with "*" and "**". Barrels nicely engraved with scrolls near breech. The boxlock action is built with a non-auto safe and barrel selector which is integral to its checkered safety slide. The black framed receiver is is engraved with scrolls and with gold flying pheasants on left wall and gold flying ducks on right. Both sets are in a decorative gold bordered wood vignette. Bottom of receiver is engraved with a flying gold quail. Engraver is "LEROY" as signed on left wall. The single gold plated inertia-driven trigger is protected by a blacked scroll engraved trigger guard. Trigger guard with vacant space for initials or crest. Top lever with matching scroll and is checkered at thumbpiece. The high gloss deep honey-colored feather crotched walnut stock has been built with a beautiful Fleur-de-Lis styled fine checkered round knob pistol grip and is finished by a black ebonite "BROWNING" buttplate. The traditional game forend has been built with fine and tight checkering. Gun comes in its original black "BROWNING" box, with snap caps and manual. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their original blue. Action, ejectors, and trigger all operate well with snap caps. Stock and forend with light handling marks (most likely from storage). Box is in good condition. Accessories: Box, Manual and Snap Caps Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .031 (U) .033 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .042 (U) .023 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 GA Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .728 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Superposed Midas Paperwork: Manual Serial Number: 91186S8 Weight: 7 Lbs. 8 oz.

(C) BOROVNIK OVER/UNDER .410 BORE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1257 (Sale Order 155 of 302)

Circa 1967. A Ferlach Austrian made small bore game gun. The blued round 26" Bohler-blitz Steel barrels are fit with ejectors and a tapered machined ventilated top rib with a steel front sight. The bottom barrel has Austrian proof marks, serial number "40.2831" and "LB" inside an oval. The left side of the barrel near breach is engraved "Made in Austria". The coin finished scalloped frame is engraved with game scenes with grouse on the right side and pheasants on the left with supporting scroll. The blued trigger guard is engraved with the word "STAG'S" above a cottage. The double Kersten action is fit with disc set strikers, gold washed single mechanical trigger and non-automatic safety. The blued and engraved top lever thumbpiece is checkered on both sides and an engraved "S" ahead of the checkered and scored slide safe on the top tang. The honey-colored walnut buttstock with nice contrasting marbling is fit with a pistol grip with a horn grip cap, beaded cheekpiece to a plastic buttplate. The matching 3-piece forend has an engraved Deeley style lever release. CONDITION: Good. The barrels retain most of their original bluing. The rib is missing its middle bead with small hole remnant. The wood on the right side of the buttstock next to the tang is pulling away from the frame. Use/handling marks on buttstock and forend. CP Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .027 (U) .025 Chamber: 3" Choke: (O) .009 (U) .006 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .404 (U) .403 Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Borovnik Model: O/U Serial Number: 402831 Weight: 6 Lbs.

(M) CSMC MODEL 21 PIGEON GRADE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1258 (Sale Order 156 of 302)

A virtually new 20 gauge with monobloc 30" barrels. Barrels have been built with 3" chambers, ejectors and a narrow tapered machined matte ventilated rib. Rib is fit with a red front sight. Barrels are multi-choked. The blackish-grey boxlock receiver is adorned with tight scrolls and with pointing dogs on both walls. The bottom of the action is engraved with 2 pheasant walking off in opposite directions. The gold plated single inertia driven trigger is protected by a matching blackish-gray trigger guard that extends to the gun's long bottom strap. The trigger guard is engraved with floral scroll and and hunting dog bust on its bow. Bottom strap is engraved with tight scrolls. The glossy reddish-brown stock has 2-panel checkering at its head, fleur-de-lis style drop points and tight fancy checkering. The buttstock is finished by a "WINCHESTER" orange rubber pad. Forearm is slender with excellent checkering and built with an Anson styled push-button release. Exterior iron metal is engraved with tight scrolls. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain virtually all of their original color and condition. Action, ejector and trigger all operate well with snap caps. Stock and forend are clean. Nice gun! CP Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .032 (U) .034 Chamber: 3" Choke: Multi Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .612 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: CSMC Model: 21 Serial Number: W50393 Weight: 6 Lbs. 12 oz.

(M) MARIO BESCHI BOXLOCK OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN 2 BARREL SET, 20 AND 28 BORE.

Lot #1259 (Sale Order 157 of 302)

Circa 1986. An Italian over/under game gun with 2 sets of 28" monobloc barrels. (A) 20 bore and (B) 28 bore. The (A) is built with 3" chambers and (B) is built with 2 - 3/4" chambers. Both sets built with ejectors and machined, narrow, low-profiled ventilated ribs. Ribs with white round mid and front bead sights. Both sets of barrels are fit with Briley chokes and individual walnut game forends. Barrels both read "BESCHI MARIO GARDONE V.T. ITALY" on top left barrel. The coin-finished boxlock action is engraved with scrolls and games scenes. Game scenes are of grouse perched and flying through woods. Engraving signed by "MEMI". Action is fit with blacked engraved and checkered top lever, checkered and blacked safe slide, single mechanical gold washed trigger and gun is non-auto safe. Trigger is protected by a blacked engraved trigger guard that extends to a full-length engraved bottom strap with serial number "15158". The semi-glossed honey-colored European walnut stock is built with an English straight hand grip and finished with a Decelerator brownish-orange pad. Forends for both barrels match the stock and stock checkering well. Forends are built with blacked engraved Deeley styled latch releases. Exterior forend metals are scroll engraved. Gun and barrels live in a leather Beschi makers case with snap caps and spare chokes. CONDITION: Very good. Both sets of barrels retain mostly all of their original color and ejectors are in time. Action and trigger are sound. Trigger has lost lots of its gold coloring from use. Stock and forends are very good with only minor handling marks. Case is very good with some handling marks from storage and use. Good gun! CP Accessories: Case and extra barrels Barrel Length: (BOTH) 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (A) (BOTH) .036 (B) (O) .035 (U) .038 Chamber: (A) 3" (B) 2 - 3/4" Choke: (BOTH) Multi Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/16" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: (A) 20 bore (B) 28 bore Internal Bore Diameter: (A) (O) .631 (U) .630 (B) (O) .555 (U) .557 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Mario Beschi Model: O/U Serial Number: 15158 Weight: (A) 6 lbs . 2 oz. (B) 6 Lbs. 4 oz.

(M) LUCCHINI .410 SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH GAMBA SIGNED ENGRAVING.

Lot #1260 (Sale Order 158 of 302)

Circa 1996. A very nice Italian made light little boxlock game gun with 27 - 1/2" blacked chopper lump steel barrels and 3" chambers. Barrels are built with ejectors and a matte concave tapered rib. Rib with small round steel front bead sight. Barrels read "S. LUCCHINI ITALY", "410 GA - 3"-27 1/2".". Chokes are Full and Modified. The small coin-finished action is nicely adorned with fine scroll and gold accented pins on its side plates. The action bottom is engraved with a golden flying woodcock. Steel colored double triggers are protected by a right hand rolled edged trigger guard that is scroll engraved and with gold inlay of "RP" on bow. Gun engraving signed by "L. GAMBA" alongside the trigger guard. Trigger guard extends to a long bottom strap which is also engraved with floral scrolls. Action is non-auto safe with a checkered and engraved safe slide and top lever. The peanut butter brown stock with smoky contrasting grain is built with an English straight hand grip with fine and tight checkering. Buttstock is smooth. The beavertail forearm with matched fine cut checkering is fit with an engraved escutcheon and a serrated Anson-styled forend release. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mainly all of their original color and bores are bright. Action is sound. Triggers are crisp and ejectors are timed well. Stock is very good with some handling marks. Forend is very good. Nice little gun. CP Barrel Length: 27 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .041 (R) .040 Chamber: 3" Choke: (L) .019 (R) .011 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: .410 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 7/8" Manufacturer: Lucchini Model: Boxlock SxS Serial Number: 60885 Weight: 5 Lbs. 1 Oz.

(C) MERKEL MODEL 201E OVER/UNDER 28 BORE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1261 (Sale Order 159 of 302)

Circa 1967. A nice rounded frame boxlock (Blitz) Gebruder Merkel special order, with 28 - 3/8” demi-block barrels. Barrels are nicely fit with a 3-piece forend, top ventilated matte rib, single front bead with ejectors, standard markings and German proofs. Top barrel reads “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL” and is not German marked. Coin finished receiver with full coverage engraving of fine floral scroll surrounding dog and bird game scenes on the sides. Action is built with cocking indicators, non-auto safe, with a “Double Kersten” cross bolt locking mechanism and single mechanical trigger. European walnut pistol grip stock with sharp engraving, black grip cap, right-hand cheekpiece, black thin checkered buttplate and gold oval which is engraved “Donated by Nan & Frank Pachmayr To Ducks Unlimited”. Nan and Frank are best known as the owners of the Pachmayr gun works. Splinter forend with Deeley-styled latch release. NOTE: Accompanying the shotgun is a letter from Merkel, confirming that it shipped as a Merkel over-under 201E with MD-F choke, 720mm (28 - 3/8”) barrels, pistol grip stock with cheekpiece, game scene engraving, engraved muzzle fence, non-selective single trigger, and upgraded wood. The gun was delivered in August 1967 to Kruger. The note on the Merkel guncard indicates the gun was intended for Pachmayr. CONDITION: Very good. 98% blue on barrels. Good bores. Stock is good with a well-disguised small repair on top left horn along with some handling marks from use. Forend with evidence of some slight wear and handling marks. A nice and classic over/under game gun. CP Barrel Length: 28 - 3/8" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .031 (U) .027 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O).009 (Modified) (U).003 (Skeet) Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Internal Bore Diameter: O:553 U:553 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 201E Paperwork: Prov Serial Number: 66056 Weight: 6Lbs. 7 oz.

(C) BROWNING PIGEON GRADE OVER/UNDER 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN

Lot #1262 (Sale Order 160 of 302)

Circa 1966. A 12 gauge over-under game gun with 26 - 1/2" blacked steel barrels that feature ejectors and fixed chokes being Modified and Improved Cylinder. Barrels are nicely fit with a low profiled machined ventilated rib. Rib with steel round front bead sight. Left side of top barrel reads "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS Mo & MONTREAL PQ.", "MADE IN BELGIUM". Right side of barrel reads "SPECIAL STEEL - 12. GA -SHELLS 2 3/4". "PATENTS No 2.203.378-2.233.861". Silver-grey patina action body is engraved with scrolls and flying pigeons and with oak leaves on fences. The gold-washed single inertia trigger is protected by a silver-grey patina trigger guard also with scroll engraving and extends to a 3/4 length bottom strap. Safe slide built with integral barrel selector. The high gloss feather crotched stock is built with a 2-panel sharp checkered round knob pistol grip and finished with a black "BROWNING" recoil plate. The gun is fit with the traditional Browning styled game forend, release latch is engraved. Gun comes in a Browning luggage case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels are very good with the slightest of handling marks. Action is tight with light stains from dried oil. Ejectors are in time and trigger is crisp. Stock and forend are also very good with only very light handling marks. Case is very good also with light handling marks. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .033 (U) .031 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O .024 (U) .008 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .729 (U) .727 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Pigeon Grade Serial Number: 53066S6 Weight: 7 Lbs. 8 oz.

(C) MERKEL 203E OVER/UNDER 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1263 (Sale Order 161 of 302)

Circa 1975. A 20 gauge with 26" demi-block blacked steel barrels. Barrels with matte filed, solid rib. Barrels with 2 - 3/4" chambers and ejectors. Barrel reads "Made in East Germany" on right and "GEOR. MERKEL, SUHL", MADE IN GDR". Chokes are Improved Modified and Improved Cylinder. Case colored reinforced sidelock action with cocking indicators. Action and locks are nicely engraved with fine foliate scroll. Action is built with blacked double triggers, double Kersten bolts, lightly engraved blued top lever with checkered thumbpiece and serrated safe slide. Gun is non-auto safe. Serial number "151244" on barrels and on top of action walls. Dark walnut stock with strong checkered English straight grip and black checkered buttplate with man working "SUHL" logo. Double triggers protected by a blacked lightly scroll engraved trigger guard that extends to a full-length bottom strap. 3-piece matched checkered forend with dull case colored Deeley-styled latch release. Iron metal is also case colored and with light scroll. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels with approximately 80% original black remaining with indications of use and freckling. Action with approximately 75% original case colors remaining. Action, ejectors and triggers all are sound. Stock and forend are very good with usage marks. Nice gun! CP Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .028 (U) .030 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .023 (U) .008 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .632 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 203E Serial Number: 151244 Weight: 6 Lbs.

(C) BROWNING PIGEON GRADE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1264 (Sale Order 162 of 302)

Circa 1966, A nice 28 gauge with 26 - 1/2" shiny blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers and a machined ventilated raised rib. Rib is fit with a small white round mid bead and a larger white round front. Top barrel reads "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST. LOUIS Mo. & MONTREAL P.Q.","MADE IN BELGIUM". Top barrel on right reads "SPECIAL STEEL - 28 GAUGE-SHELLS 2 3/4".","PATENTS No2.203.378-2.233.861". Chokes are skeet and skeet. The gray silver patina boxlock action is finely engraved with scrolls, flying pigeons on both left and right exterior walls. Engraver is "BA" as signed on bottom exterior of both walls. Bottom action is also engraved with scrolls and rose bouquets. Top of action is engraved with leaves and scrolls. Top lever is engraved with fine scroll and thumb piece is checkered. Safe slide is engraved with fine scroll and a serrated pyramid-shaped thumbpiece. Slide safe with integral barrel selector. Gun is non-auto safe. The reddish-brown high gloss stock has been built with a fine checkered round knob pistol grip, oval with initials "WEF" and finished with a black "BROWNING" buttplate. Gold-washed single mechanical trigger is protected by a silver-grey patina trigger guard with fine scroll engraved. Trigger guard extends to a 3/4 length bottom strap. Traditional Browning forend is fit with a scroll engraved latch release. Fine little gun lives in its traditional brown "BROWNING" luggage case. Includes original cardboard box as well. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain approximately 90% original black with some spotting. Bores are bright. Action, ejectors and trigger are all sound. Trigger guard with some spotting. Stock very good with some handling marks. Forend is very good with few minor handling marks. Case also very good with some storage marks. Nice upland gun! CP Accessories: Case and box Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .034 (U) .039 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .003 (U) .006 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .547 (U) .550 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Pigeon Grade Serial Number: 1411F6 Weight: 6 Lbs. 11 oz.

(C) WESTLEY RICHARDS 12 GAUGE DROPLOCK SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN, CASED.

Lot #1265 (Sale Order 163 of 302)

Circa 1902. An English built side-by-side shotgun with 30" dovetail blacked steel barrels. The barrels are built with fixed chokes, ejectors, and tapered smooth concave game rib with type "C" doll's head rib extension and a brass front bead. Chokes measure .039" and .009" left and right respectively. The top of the rib is engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS 178 NEW BOND ST LONDON" and the number "1". Foliate scroll engraving on breech end of the rib and doll's head. Barrel flats show original Birmingham nitro proofs for 1-1/8 oz of shot and later Birmingham reproof from 1986. Bottoms of both barrels are stamped with the gun's serial number "8285", proof mark, and initials "FL" and initials "CC" on forend loop. The droplock action features double triggers protected by a blacked trigger guard and tang with serial number "8285" and 2 engraved screws and a non-automatic blacked scored safety slide. Water table is stamped with proofs and patent information. Case color hardened finish action is engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS" in gold inlay below the water table. Bottom of action is blacked. Top of the action body is engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS EJECTOR". The blacked top lever is engraved with the number "1". Honey color French walnut straight hand grip buttstock measures 14 - 1/2" over a rubber recoil pad and features border checkering and a stock oval on the toe line with "P.A" engraved. Matching splinter forend with horn tip insert and Deeley type release. The forend metal has case color finish matching the rest of the gun along with the number "1" engraved on underside. The guns serial number "8285" is stamped into the underside of the forend wood. Vintage oak and leather case with Westley Richards case trade label and 2 other labels from Westley Richards for using and cleaning the gun. Interior is lined in green cloth and has a 3-piece wood cleaning rod with phosphor bronze brush attached. CONDITION: Good. Barrels retain 90% black with usage and handling marks. Barrels are slightly off face. Action retains much of its recent case color finish. Wood benefited from a refresh, checkering has been recut. Handling and storage marks on buttstock and forend. Bores are excellent. Ejectors are well-timed. Triggers are crisp. Case is fair with wear with handling and storage marks on leather and one side of the handle detached from case. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .020 (R) .015 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: Full and Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .744 (R) .743 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Droplock Paperwork: Letter From Westley Richards Agency USA Serial Number: 8285 Weight: 6 Lbs. 11 oz.

(C) PARKER BROS. GRADE 5 BH SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1266 (Sale Order 164 of 302)

Circa 1922. A vintage and handsome 12 gauge game gun with 26" blued steel barrels. Barrels are fit with 2 - 1/2" chambers and ejectors, machine concave wide rib with extension and steel round front bead sight. Rib reads "PARKER BROS. MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A. ACME STEEL." Barrel flats read "J.G.(in oval)", "19","A", "HT 9 / A","3 / 3". Forward lump stamped "12", "1". Rear lump with "x". Chokes are Full and Full. The muted case color hardened boxlock action has been built with a third fastener, double triggers, engraved and checkered top lever, checkered slide safe and is non-auto safe. "SAFE" is engraved just ahead of the slide. Action is engraved with scrolls and game scenes of pointing dogs in fields on both left and right sides of action. Bottom action is also engraved with scrolls and a game scene of 2 ducks standing at the edge of a pond with mountains in background. Triggers are protected by a scroll engraved trigger guard that extends itself to the gun's bottom strap which is engraved with scrolls and the gun's serial number "197381". Left and right side of actions also engraved with "PARKER BROS." at rear of boxlock action. Water table reads "PARKER BROS. REG.U.S.PAT.OFF.PAT'D.JAN.18.AUG,16.1887PAT'D.OCT.25,1910.PAT'D.AUG.15.1905" and "BH",197381","5". The gun's stock is made from imported European walnut with nice straight grain, checkered panels, Fleur-de-Lis drop points, wrap-around point checkering with Fleur-de-Lis pattern border on pistol grip. Pistol grip with gold border engraved grip cap. Checkered butt of stock is nicely appointed with skeletonized border engraved steel plate with remnants of color. Splinter forend with matched checkering is built with Deeley styled release is engraved and interior iron metal is case colored and with serial number. Gun is cased in an older aftermarket hard case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain 85% blue with a bit of silvering at muzzles and some rub marks from forend. Action is mechanically sound, triggers and ejectors operate well. Action and other metal parts with loss of case coloring. Stock with handling marks from use and flacking on finish. Pistol grip and Forend with a small amount of bruising to checkering. Forend is good. Case is good. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .032 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .031 (R) .032 Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .733 (R) .735 Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Parker Bros Model: BH Grade 5 Serial Number: 197381 Weight: 6 Lbs. 7 oz.

(C) LC SMITH 410 FIELD SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1267 (Sale Order 165 of 302)

L.C. Smith Field grade .410 gauge side by side shotgun made by the Hunter Arms Company, Fulton, New York in 1927. 26" blued Armor Steel barrels with raised solid matted rib with bead front sight, extractors, 3" chambers, and fixed full and full chokes. 1 of 2509 Field Grade .410 gauge shotguns. Case colored featherweight sidelock action with double triggers and automatic safety. American walnut checkered pistol grip stock with black grip cap and hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: 90% original blue with case wear and some scratches along the bottom of the barrels. 70% vivid case colors remaining. 90% trigger guard blue. 90% varnish with sharp checkering and added coat of old finish. Small ding in receiver near opening lever. Excellent bore with good mechanics. A nice Smith .410. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 3" Choke: Full and Full FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Bore Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: LC Smith Model: SxS Serial Number: 100120

(C) PARKER BROS. BH GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1268 (Sale Order 166 of 302)

Parker BH Grade side by side shotgun made by Parker Gun Company in 1901. 28" blued Titanic Steel barrels with matted rib, twin bead sights with 2 - 3/4" chambers and fixed Improved Modified and Improved cylinder chokes and extractors. Case hardened No. 2 frame with typical BH Grade dog and bird with floral pattern full coverage engraving with double triggers and automatic safety. Walnut figured checkered pistol grip stock with carved fleur-de-lis pattern behind locks. Stock has Parker skeleton steel buttplate with gold plated grip cap with initials "AMC" in script. Matching checkered splinter forearm with latch release. Comes in modern leather-covered luggage-style trunk case. CONDITION: 95% remaining from old reblue on barrels with mirror bores. 40% fading original case colors with screws in time. 90% original wood finish with usage scratches and dings. Good looking gun with good mechanics. Gun shows as a DH grade in Parker serialization book, but gun is clearly marked as a "BH"; a possible mistake in the book. DLM Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Imp Mod and Imp Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 bore Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Parker Bros. Model: BH Grade Serial Number: 108091

(M) CASED MERKEL 60E SXS 20 BORE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1269 (Sale Order 167 of 302)

Circa 1999. A German-built 20 bore sidelock with 26 - 3/4" shoe lump blued Krupp 3-ring steel barrels with a rib extension third bite fastener, fit with ejectors and a tapered machined concave game rib with a brass bead front sight. The side of the right barrel reads "Krupp Stahl" with 3 interlocking rings. The side of the left barrel reads "GEBR MERKEL SUHL MADE IN GERMANY". Bottom of the left barrel with importers marking. Barrel flats with German proof marks and serial number "480550". The coin finish action body is adorned with scrolls and the blued top lever is checkered on the left side of thumbpiece. Sidelock action features disc set strikers, side clips, Greener cross bolt, cocking indicators, automatic safety with "S" engraved just forward of the checkered safety slide and a lightly engraved blued trigger guard extending to a long lightly engraved bottom strap protecting the double triggers. The classic English straight hand grip reddish-orange Turkish walnut stock with contrasting figure has 2-panel point pattern checkering and a black plastic buttplate marked "Gebr. Merkel Suhl". The splinter forend has a Deeley style lever release. Gun resides in a felt-covered trunk case by Unique Cases. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels have handling/use marks and retains 95% blue and bores are bright and shiny. Buttstock and forend have slight handling/storage marks. Triggers are crisp, barrels tight on face and ejectors timed well. Case in very good condition. Beautiful high-quality shotgun by one of the most famous firms in Germany. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 3/4" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .029 (R) .032 Chamber: 3" Choke: (L) .016 (Mod) (R) .009 (Imp. Cyl.) Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 5/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .629 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 60E Serial Number: 480550 Weight: 6 Lbs. 5 oz.

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(M) GRIFFIN & HOWE ARRIETA SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN 12 BORE.

Lot #1270 (Sale Order 168 of 302)

Circa 2001. This handsome Spanish-built custom-built 12 bore deluxe quality sidelock with 29" chopper lump blued steel barrels are fit with ejectors, tapered, cross file cut, flat top game rib and with a brass front bead sight. The top of the right barrel is engraved "GRIFFIN & HOWE - NEW YORK." Bottom of the barrels and barrel flats have Spanish proofmarks and serial number and bottom of the left barrel is marked "MADE IN SPAIN". The coin finished action body is adorned with game scene vignettes with supporting English scrolls and rose bouquet engraving. Top lever with scrolls is checkered on left side of thumbpiece. The right lock has 2 pheasants taking flight in woodland scene and the left lock has 2 woodcock in flight also in a similar woodland scene. Bottom of action body with English scroll and "GRIFFIN & HOWE NEW YORK" in gold. Round body sidelock action features, disc set strikers, gas vents, hand detachment lever for locks, cocking indicators, automatic safety with "SAFE" in gold just forward of the engraved and serrated safety slide and an engraved right edge rolled trigger guard extending to a long engraved bottom strap with serial number "276-01" protecting the double triggers with the front articulated. A reddish brown Turkish walnut stock with English straight hand grip with strong grain and smoky feathering contrast features 2-panel point pattern checkering, engraved "AC" golden stock oval and a checkered butt. Splinter forend with similar point pattern checkering and Anson-style push-button release. Gun resides in a Griffin & Howe dark brown leather case with brass corners, Griffin & Howe black leather case trade label, Griffin & Howe selvyt cloth, cleaning accessories and a square nickel finished oil bottle. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 98% black and bores are bright and shiny. The stock and forend have small handling and storage marks and small shake behind the safe. Triggers are crisp, barrels tight on face and ejectors are timed well. Case is also in very good condition with storage marks. Very nice game gun. CP Accessories: Leather Case and Cleaning Tools Barrel Length: 29" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .027 (R) .021 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .007 (Imp. Cyl.) (R) .004 (Skeet) Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .731 Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Arietta Model: Griffin & Howe Round Body Game Gun Serial Number: 276-01 Weight: 6 Lbs. 10 oz.

(C) AS NEW IN BOX WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN.

Lot #1271 (Sale Order 169 of 302)

Winchester Model 42 Field Grade slide action shotgun made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1957. 28" blued Winchester Proof Steel plain barrel with bead front sight and fixed Full choke with 3" chamber. Blued takedown frame with push-button safety. Walnut plain pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttplate and walnut flat bottom corrugated forearm. Comes in original corrugated red letter brown box with matching yellow label 2-piece cardboard box with paperwork. CONDITION: As new, in box, with original grease still on metal parts and wood possibly never put together or fired with box having tape and some edge wear. DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 3" Choke: Full FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 bore Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 42 Serial Number: 113146

(M) DICKINSON ARMS CUSTOM ESTATE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN .410 BORE.

Lot #1272 (Sale Order 170 of 302)

Circa 2011. A very fine custom Turkish-built .410 gauge sporting game gun with special order 30" dovetailed blued steel barrels, 3" chambers. Auto-ejectors, double triggers and non-automatic safety. Tapered file cut rib with a brass front bead. The left barrel is marked "DICKINSON ARMS" while the right barrel is marked ".410 - 3" Bottom of both barrels are marked with 3 stars while the jeweled barrel flats have the gun's serial number "TRM0611" and the bottom of the rear lump is marked "6 11". The case color hardened finished scalloped and rounded trigger plate boxlock action is engraved with English scrolls with approximately 25% coverage. The nicely figured reddish-brown oil-finished premier grade Turkish walnut stock is fit with a traditional English straight hand grip 2-panel checkering, and a rubber recoil pad. Splinter forend with Deeley style lever release. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. Choke: L - FULL, R - FULL. These guns were built before the current production guns on at Huglu's Custom Shop and sold for close to $4000. Gun resides in a Dickinson blue suede-like covered ABS case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 95-99% original blue. Buttstock and forend with minor handling/storage marks. Trigger guard, top lever and safety slide approximately 95-99% blue. Mechanics crisp. Bores bright and shiny. Accessories: case/box Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 3" Choke: Full and Full Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: .410 bore Internal Bore Diameter: L: .408 R: .406 Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Dickinson Arms Model: Estate Serial Number: TRM0611 Weight: 5 Lbs. 6 oz.

(C) SUPER RARE L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT 20 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1273 (Sale Order 171 of 302)

Extremely desirable L.C. Smith 20 gauge Crown Grade with Featherweight frame made by the Hunter Arms Company in Fulton, New York in 1925. Blued 32" Crown Steel Nitro Proofed fluid steel barrels with special order ventilated rib, twin bead sights, and ejectors. Barrels marked on left barrel "MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON, N.Y." and on the right " L.C. SMITH "CROWN" GRADE". Gun is also marked on water table that it has 3" chambers. This gun is one of 145 Crown Grades made in 20 gauge and 1 of 26 with 32" barrels. Case hardened sidelock Featherweight frame with vignette near full coverage engraving with pointing dogs in circle on right hand side and left hand side with gold crown on opening lever pin. Gun has Hunter One trigger single selective trigger and blued floral engraved trigger guard. Figured walnut English style flair checkered straight stock with Monte Carlo comb, leather-covered recoil pad, and checkered walnut Schnabel type beavertail forearm with roller latch. Comes with factory letter indicating shipment to "J.J. Stangel Hardware Company" and verifies all options except Monte Carlo stock, recoil pad, English grip, and 3" chambers. Stock is marked under trigger guard with "C 85309" which matches the gun serial number, so we believe this stock and chambers to be factory correct. CONDITION: 92% original blue with sharp barrel markings and engraving with some light case wear. Original engine turn visible at bores. 90% plus case colors with light carry wear on frame with screws having been turned. Trigger guard possibly refinished at one time. Wood shows traces of original finish with sharp checkering with recoil pad showing wear on the leather face. Excellent bores and mechanics. A rare gun with collector condition. DLM Barrel Length: 32" Barrel Wall Thickness: L: .025 R: .029 Chamber: 3" Choke: L: .026 Full R: .029 Full Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Internal Bore Diameter: L: .623 R: .622 Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Crown Grade Featherweight Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 85309 Weight: 7 Lbs 1.6 Oz

(C) EXTREMELY RARE L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT .410 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1274 (Sale Order 172 of 302)

Hard to find L.C. Smith Specialty Grade Featherweight .410 bore side by side hammerless shotgun made by Hunter Arms Company in Fulton, New York in 1940. This gun is one of 40 total Specialty Grades made in this gauge and 1 of 23 made with 28" barrels. Gun has 28" Nitro Proofed fluid steel barrels with raised matted rib, twin bead sight, and ejectors. Barrel reads "L.C. Smith SPECIALTY GRADE" on right barrel and "HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. M'F'R'S FULTON, NY U.S.A.". Case hardened Featherweight frame with typical Specialty Grade floral and bird pattern engraving. Blued English style trigger guard with possible original owner's name "K. DeLaittre" engraved on trigger bow. Gun has single selective Hunter One trigger and English style grip. Figured checkered walnut English grip stock with factory hard rubber buttplate. Walnut checkered splinter forearm with ebony diamond inlay and roller style latch release. Comes with factory letter confirming all options and shipment to Von Lengerke & Antoine in Chicago, Illinois in 1940. CONDITION: 95% original barrel blue with some light handling wear. Barrels still exhibit engine turn at bores. 90% fading case colors with handling wear. In time action screws with holes slightly looking like they have been removed professionally. 90% plus varnish with light handling marks with 2 small chips out of wood on rear and left top of forearm. Possibly lightly cleaned with an added coat of linseed oil. Excellent bores and mechanics. A great rare gun. DLM Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .032 Chamber: 3" Choke: Full and Mod / (L) .019 (R) .011 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4" Drop at Heel: 1 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .409 Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Specialty Grade Featherweight Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 190238 Weight: 6 lbs 3.2 oz

(C) INCREDIBLE, HISTORIC, PRESENTATION DRILLING GIVEN TO THEODORE ROOSEVELT BY THE UNITED SPANISH WA

Lot #1275 (Sale Order 173 of 302)

Very few presidents are as well regarded as Theodore Roosevelt, with historical Presidential rankings typically placing him around 4th, with praise for his foreign and domestic policy as well as his force of personality. He commanded the respect of many of his contemporaries, and innumerable papers have been written as to how Roosevelt shifted political power away from Congress and towards the Executive Office as a result of his charisma. In addition to his political acumen, Roosevelt was also a fervent conservationist, creating the United States Forest Service, establishing National Parks and Forests, and providing over 11,000 specimens to the Smithsonian Natural History Museum (now the National Museum of Natural History) during his legendary African expedition. This drilling, one of three presented to Roosevelt by fellow veterans of the Spanish American War, is a perfect example of how Roosevelt commanded respect from his contemporaries, and appeals to his conservationist nature by being one of Roosevelt's preferred styles of hunting arm. Roosevelt was presented this exceptional firearm by the United Spanish War Veterans of Pueblo, Colorado, Camp 3 (USVW), in 1913, decorated with an elaborate presentation plaque and carvings of Roosevelt's initials, further personalizing the piece. Another gun with a similarly styled case and elaborate presentation plaque is known, with another thank you letter from Roosevelt, saying "What can I say? For the third time, you have honored me with a beautiful gift of a drilling, knowing my fondness for this type of weapon, the three your Camp presented me are among my favorites", indicating that Camp 3 presented a total of 3 drillings to Roosevelt over a number of years. A USVW letter dated July 9th, 1913, discusses the proposed presentation of the second drilling to Roosevelt on July 4, 1913 but the delay caused by the work on the gun case still being completed by "the people at Frazier"; Frazier being a reference to the famous saddlemaker and leather worker. Another soldier simply referenced as "Bernard" had completed the carving of the Eagle on right side of the stock and the "TR" initials on the cheekpiece, and has shown it at the Camp function, to the satisfaction of other members. The letter notes that the presentation is now to be made in either August or September, but the last step that they had to take was each member was to drive in a pre-set tack into the stock, with contributors driving in pins. Of particular note is the hope in the letter that the presentation of the drilling will encourage Roosevelt to continue hunting in Colorado. This timeline appears to be accurate, as a letter signed by Roosevelt is dated September 7th, 1913, thanking "the fine men and officers of Camp 3 for the gift of a beautiful Stahl drilling...I am in deep appreciation for the many hours of work that must have been invested in the custom presentation case and the artistic carving of the eagle and my initials on the stock...Hopefully, I will return to your beautiful Colorado next fall and use this piece for hunting both beast and fowl." The drilling has 26 - 3/4" barrels marked "C. BARTELS & BUTTNER, HOFBUSCHENMACHER" on right, "WEISBADEN, FRANKFURT A/M & ZELLA ST. BL" on left. Zella St. Blassi is the companion town to Mehlis, the two villages which would merge to form Zella-Mehlis, a famed center for German gunmaking which produced accomplished manufacturers like Walther and Anschutz. Steel stamping for "IA. KRUPP'SCHER STAHL" on both barrels. Lower sides of barrels with "(Crown) / N" nitro proof, and "2,5 gr Sch. P. / 28,3 gr BI" indicating a proof load of 2.5 grams (38.5 grains) of smokeless powder with 1 oz. of shot. Crown S, U, and W proofs for smoothbore choked barrels. Rifle barrel with "(Crown) / G", "(Crown) / U", 2 eagles, "AM 525" and "118,35" 13,04", and "1061" rifled barrel proofs for a 9.3 cartridge (9.3x72 fits appropriately). Forearm lug with "36". Round bodied action with visible "626" on right side of interior, and "(Crown) / U" and eagle proof on left side of action flat. Features include a sling swivel screwed onto a sweated on base, bead front sight on a flat machine matted rib with a dovetailed pop-up rifle sight and a grooved scope mount. Doll's head rib extension. Checkered splinter forend with horn insert at tip, Deely release. Click here to see the full description.

(M) REMINGTON PARKER AAHE 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1276 (Sale Order 174 of 302)

A modern-era upland game gun with 28" blacked steel with 2 - 3/4" chambers and ejectors. Barrels are nicely fit with a matte wide concave game rib. Rib is fit with rib lock-up extension and round brass front sight. Barrels with floral scroll near breech. Chokes are both Improved Modified. Vibrant case colored boxlock action with scrolls and reads "PARKER" in gold on the receiver's bottom. Top lever is also case colored, finely engraved and thumb piece is checkered. Safety slide is checkered and "SAFE" is in gold. The single inertia steel trigger with barrel selector is protected by the gun blacked floral engraved trigger guard which extends to a full-length floral engraved bottom tang. The glossy dark brown smoky figured Turkish walnut stock is nicely configured with an English straight handgrip that has 2 side checkered paneling, Fleur-de-Lis drop points and shape bordering around the English straight grips fine checkering. Buttstock is finished with a checkered butt which is protected by a black engraved skeletonized buttplate. Splinter forend is finely checkered and with decorative borders. Forend's iron metal and Deeley styled latch release are floral scrolled and color case hardened. Gun lives in an oak and leather makers case with case label and cleaning accessories. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain all of their original color, bores are bright. Action, ejectors, and trigger function properly with snap caps. Stock and forend are also excellent with the slightest of handling marks. Case is very good with minor bruising from storage. Nice gun! CP Accessories: Oak & Leather Case w/Cleaning Accessories Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .034 (R) .035 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .016 (R) .016 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 28 Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .551 (R) .552 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Parker Bros. Model: AAHE Serial Number: P242526 Weight: 7 Lbs.

(C) RARE L.C. SMITH A1 16 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1277 (Sale Order 175 of 302)

Extremely hard to find L.C. Smith A1 Grade in rare 16 gauge made by Hunter Arms Company in Fulton, New York circa 1899. L.C. Smith Production Records Book lists this as 1 of 752 made A1 Grades, 1 of 10 in 16 gauge and 1 of 7 in 16 gauge with 28" barrels. Gun has 28" chain Damascus barrels with matted rib with gold divider at breech, auto ejectors and 2 - 3/4" chambers. Finely engraved casehardened sculpted sidelock action with vignette and animal scene full coverage engraving, 3-position safety, and double triggers. English highly figured walnut checkered dished pistol grip stock with period-looking Silvers style solid rubber recoil pad. Matching full coverage fine checkered splinter forearm with ebony inlay and push-button release. Comes with L.C. Smith Collector's Association Research Letter and a hard plastic case. A rare L.C. Smith! CONDITION: 80% fading chain Damascus finish with balance fading to a silvery patina. Action has traces of case with balance fading to a silvery patina. Wood has been cleaned with added coat of Linseed oil and some honest dings and marks. Forearm has some chips missing along barrel edge. Near perfect screws with bright bores and tight lockup and mechanics. DLM Accessories: Modern Plastic Case Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: L-.031 R- .032 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: L-.012 R- .004+ Drop at Comb: 1 - 9/16" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 16 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: L- .651 R- .653 Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: A1 Paperwork: L.C Smith Collector Serial Number: 4151

(M) W.C. SCOTT THE CHATSWORTH MODEL 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1278 (Sale Order 176 of 302)

Circa 1985 - Holland & Holland era. A nice little game gun with 25" blacked steel barrels. Birmingham nitro proof barrels with ejectors and a smooth, tapered concave game rib. Rib fit with a steel front bead sight. Barrels and rib adorned with floral scroll near breech. Barrels read: "W.&C. SCOTT GUNMAKERS.", "BIRMINGHAM ENGLAND". Chokes are Full and Modified. Case colored scalloped boxlock action engraved with scrolls and with "W.&C. SCOTT" in banner. Action with double triggers, blacked engraved and checkered top lever and checkered safe slide. Gun is auto-safe. Blacked engraved trigger guard with right hand-rolled edge extends to a long bottom strap that is floral scroll engraved and with serial number "146998". Base of action is blacked and engraved with matching scroll and reads "THE CHATSWORTH". Lovely dark reddish-brown stock with fine checkering on an English straight hand grip, teardrops, diamond grip, gold shield and finished by a checkered butt. Matched checkered splinter forend with scroll engraved hardware and an Anson-styled push-button release. Shotgun lives in a canvas-covered toe under leather case with a black and gold W.&C. SCOTT leather case label affixed to the interior lid. Case is fit with a 2-piece cleaning rod with accessories for rod inside a leather pouch, nickel-plated 28 bore snap caps and a W & C Scott nickel-plated square oil bottle. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their original color. Action is sound and retains most all of its original color. Triggers and ejectors operate well. Stock and forend with some handling/use indication. Great Upland side by side! CP Accessories: Canvas Covered Leather Case and Cleaning Equipment Barrel Length: 25" Barrel Wall Thickness: (BOTH) .032 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .023 (R) .010 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 28 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .550 (R) .551 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: W.C. Scott Model: Chatsworth Serial Number: 146998 Weight: 5 Lbs. 4 Oz.

(M) CSMC INVERNESS OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN 20 BORE.

Lot #1279 (Sale Order 177 of 302)

A virtually new over/under 20 gauge game gun with 28" monobloc barrels. Barrels are built with 3" chambers, ejectors and a narrow matte filed ventilated rib. Rib with brass front bead sight. Barrels are fit with Galazan interchangeable chokes. The brushed steel rounded frame boxlock action is built with a single inertia-driven blued trigger and is auto-safe. Action is built with serrated safe slide with integral barrel selector. The action is engraved with tight floral scrolls and game scene vignettes of a flying wood cock on right and a flying quail on left. Brush steel trigger guard with light floral scroll on bow and extends to a long bottom strap which is also engraved with scrolls. The reddish-brown English straight grip stock has 2-panel checkering and is finished by a brown leather covered pad. The slender game forend has matched checkering, Anson-style push-button release and floral scroll engraving on iron metal. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their original color and condition. Action is clean and functions well with snap caps. Ejectors are in time and trigger is crisp. Stock and forend with very minor handling marks from storage. Nice gun! CP Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .033 (U) .030 Chamber: 3" Choke: Multi Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .615 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: CSMC Model: Inverness Serial Number: I-00841 Weight: 5 Lbs. 14 oz.

(C) L.C. SMITH .410 FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1280 (Sale Order 178 of 302)

Desirable L.C. Smith Field Grade side by side shotgun made by Hunter Arms Company in 1931. 1 of 2,509 made and 1 of 1,429 with 26" barrel. 26" blued Armor Steel .410 caliber fluid steel barrels with high single sighting plane, matted rib, and bead front sight with extractors. Case hardened featherweight sidelock frame with automatic safety and double triggers. Walnut checkered pistol grip stock with hard rubber buttplate and grip cap. Matching checkered splinter forearm with friction latch. CONDITION: 80% plus barrel blue with some light surface corrosion. Barrels ping nicely. 70% colors with some surface browning. 80% reapplied varnish with checkering recut with some handling dings and marks. Good bores and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 3" Choke: Full and Full Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Bore Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Field Grade Serial Number: FW134562

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1281 (Sale Order 179 of 302)

High condition Winchester Model 21 Skeet Grade side by side shotgun made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company circa 1950s. 26" blued Winchester Proof Steel barrels with 2 -3/4" chambers, matted rib, ejectors, Lyman red bead front sight, mid brass bead sight and choked WS-1 and WS-2. Blued receiver with non-automatic safety, single selective trigger with frame marked "SKEET" in front of trigger guard. Walnut figured checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber grip cap and checkered wood butt. Matching kidney pattern checkered beavertail forearm with roller latch. CONDITION: 95% original blue with damage spots from poor storage and some cleaned surface rust areas. 95% original varnish with sharp checkering and some storage dings and marks. Excellent bores and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: WS-1 and WS-2 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 21 Serial Number: 21584

(C) L.C. SMITH EAGLE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1282 (Sale Order 180 of 302)

Circa 1925. A scarce 12 gauge game gun with 32" blacked "Nitro Steel" barrels. Shoe lump barrels are fit with 2 - 3/4" chambers, ejectors and a wide tapering machine flat top ventilated rib. Rib with third bite lock-up extension and round front brass bead. Barrel flat marked with serial number "RE91264". Bottom of barrels marked with nitro marking as well as registration/trademarks. Top of barrels read "L.C.SMITH EAGLE GRADE" on right and "HUNTER ARMS CO INC. MFRS. HULTON. N.Y. U.S.A". Barrels also with a bit of floral scroll engraving at breech. Choked Full and Full. Case colored sidelock action with single trigger, barrel selector, engraved top lever and checkered thumb safety. Right lock is engraved with soaring duck over stippled background with surrounding scroll and "L.C. SMITH" in an old English style at bar. Left lock is engraved with flying pheasant and also with stippled (frosted) background and supported by surrounding scroll and with "L.C. SMITH" in an old English style at bar. Remaining parts of action are stippled and engraved with scroll, fences are stippled. Top lever is case colored, stippled and engraved with a standing eagle at head. Thumbpiece is checkered. Water table with guns serial number "RE91264" with "E" beneath serial number. Single mechanical trigger is fire blued and protected by a fired blued scroll engraved trigger guard extending to a 3/4 quarter length scroll engraved bottom strap. Gun is non-auto safe. "HUNTER ONE TRIGGER" is engraved just ahead of trigger guard on action bottom. Reddish-brown feather crotched stock is built with semi-pistol grip that is fully sharp checkered over grip and with black hard rubber grip cap. Stock is finished by an orange recoil pad. Checkered walnut beavertail forend with black scroll engraved roller release. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain 80% original black with shiny bores with some interior spotting. Action with 70% original case colors and is sound. Ejectors are strong and trigger is crisp. Stock and forearm are both very good with minor handling marks. Nice vintage American game gun! CP Barrel Length: 32" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .028 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .037 (R) .035 Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .727 (R) .729 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Eagle Grade Serial Number: RE91264 Weight: 8 Lbs. 6 oz.

(C) L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1283 (Sale Order 181 of 302)

Circa 1928. A scarce and nice sidelock 12 gauge with 30" blacked "Nitro Steel" barrels. Barrels are built with 2 - 3/4" chambers, non-ejector, machined, concave and tapered rib. Rib with third fastener extension and front brass bead sight. The left barrel is marked on top "Hunter Arms Co. M'F'R'S Fulton NY USA." Right barrel marked on top "L.C. Smith Specialty Grade.". Barrel flat is stamped "NP", "RE12208" with "S" beneath it. Choked Full and Full. The color case hardened sidelock action features a cross bolt third fastener and Specialty Grade engraving of flowing scroll. Both lockplates read "L.C. SMITH" at bar. Bottom of action is engraved with light scroll. Top lever is case colored with light scroll engraving and thumb piece is checkered. Safe slide is scored. Gun is auto-safe. Double triggers are blued. Blued trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved on bow. Short bottom tang with serial number "12208". Water table stamped "R 122208" gun's serial number and with "S" beneath it. The reddish-brown American walnut stock is built with pinpoint checkering over wrist of pistol grip. Grip with black hard rubber grip cap. Buttstock finished with a serrated black buttplate. Checkered walnut splinter forend with dark ebony tip inlay and roller release. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain 80% original black with handling marks and shiny bores. Action with much of its case colors remaining. Action and trigger are sound. Stock and forend with some minor handling marks. Good gun! CP Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .036 (R) .034 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .038 (R) .039 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .727 (R) .728 Length of Pull: 13 - 7/8" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Specialty Grade Serial Number: 122208 Weight: 7 Lbs. 11 oz.

(C) L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1284 (Sale Order 182 of 302)

Circa 1927. A rare 12 gauge sidelock with 30" "Nitro Steeel" blacked barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers, machined, concave and tapered rib. Rib with third fastener extension, small mid white bead and larger front white bead sight. The left barrel is marked on top "Hunter Arms Co. M'F'R'S Fulton NY USA." Right barrel marked on top "L.C. Smith Specialty Grade." Barrel flat is stamped "RE93646" with "S" beneath it. Choked Full and Full. The color case hardened action features a cross bolt third fastener and D Specialty Grade engraving of flowing scroll and game scenes. A pair of quail in tall grass on the left lock plate and a flying mallard on the right lock plate. Both lock plates read "L.C. SMITH" at bar in a classic old English font. Bottom of action is engraved with light scroll and reads "HUNTER ONE TRIGGER" at base near trigger guard. Top lever is case colored with light scroll and engraving and thumb piece is checkered. Safe slide is scored. Gun is non-auto safe. Single mechanical trigger is blued and with barrel selector on side. Blued trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved. Short bottom tang with serial number "RE93646". The reddish-brown American walnut stock is built with pinpoint checkering over wrist of slender pistol grip. Grip with black hardened rubber grip cap. Stock also with Monte Carlo cheekpiece and finished with a scored black buttplate. Checkered walnut splinter forend with black ebony tip inlay and roller release. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain 80% original black with shiny bores. Action with much of its case colors remaining. Action, ejectors and trigger are sound stock and forend with some minor handling marks. Good gun! CP Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .027 (R) .026 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .041 (R) .042 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .730 (R) .729 Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Specialty Grade Serial Number: R93646 Weight: 7 Lbs. 10 oz.

(C) L.C. SMITH PIGEON GUN SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1285 (Sale Order 183 of 302)

1 of 1,350 L.C. Smith Pigeon Guns made by Hunter Arms Company from 1893 to 1913 with this one made in 1901. 1 of 1,193 12 gauge 30" blued Nitro Steel barrel guns with matted rib, twin bead sight, ejectors, Full and Mod Choke, and 2 - 3/4" chambers. Gun characterized by Pigeon on rib at breech and gold rib band. Case hardened regular frame sidelock action with double triggers, automatic 2-position safety, and fine vignette and pigeon full coverage engraving. Walnut fine checkered pistol grip stock with Monte Carlo comb and period hard rubber recoil pad. Matching full coverage fine checkered splinter forearm with ebony inlay and roller latch release. Blued trigger guard with initials "C.H.L." engraved on them. CONDITION: 90% original barrel blue with some poor storage blemishes. 90% vivid case colors with wear on carry areas. 90% original varnish with sharp checkering and some handling wear. Good bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Full and Mod Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 bore Length of Pull: 12 - 3/4" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Pigeon Grade Serial Number: 5002

(C) L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE .410 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1286 (Sale Order 184 of 302)

Desirable L.C. Smith Field Grade side by side shotgun made by Hunter Arms Company in 1928. 1 of 2,509 made and 1 of 521 with ejectors. 26" blued Armor Steel .410 gauge fluid steel barrels with high single sighting plain matted rib and bead front sight with ejectors. Case hardened featherweight sidelock frame with non-automatic safety and double triggers. Walnut checkered pistol grip stock with hard rubber buttplate and grip cap. Matching checkered splinter forearm with Banjo roller forearm latch. CONDITION: 90% plus barrel blue with some light solder residue along rib 6" from the muzzle (possible factory goof or remnants of repair). Barrels ping nicely. 90% vivid colors with a slight staining across left side. 90% varnish with some handling dings and marks with large ding on comb. Good bores and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 3" Choke: Full and Full Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Bore Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: L.C. Smith Model: Field Grade Serial Number: WE110239

(C) DARNE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN

Lot #1287 (Sale Order 185 of 302)

Circa 1930. A nicely made 20 bore side by side game shotgun with 26 - 3/4" blacked steel monobloc barrels. Barrels with extractors and a swamped machined concave game rib. Rib with a round front brass bead sight. Barrel with 2 floral scroll engraved panels at breech. The silver-grey patina pull/ slide action is handsomely engraved with scrolls and floral bouquets. Fences with chiseled oak leaf fences. Chokes are Full and Modified. Action with slide safe on left side of action. Action with fire blued doubled triggers. The European walnut stock is built with a strong checkered European style semi-pistol grip, steel cap/oval finished by a dark brown checkered (appears to be horn) buttplate. Splinter forend with checkering. Gun lives in a canvas hard case with white "DARNE" paper trade case label. CONDITION: Fair. Barrels retain mostly all of their black, but have some minor spotting and damage (dings) to a few areas. Action and triggers are sound. Stock and forend are both very good with various light handling marks. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 3/4" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .032 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .032 (R) .013 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .631 Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Darne Model: Side by Side Serial Number: BB498 Weight: 5 Lbs. 6 oz.

(M) CHARLES DALY DIAMOND REGENT SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1288 (Sale Order 186 of 302)

Circa 1910. A nicely refurbished 16 bore boxlock game gun with 25" nitro proof blacked steel barrels. Barrels with 2 - 3/4" chambers, ejectors and a machined, concave tapered rib. Rib with small white bead sight, larger front white bead sight and extension for lock up. Barrels are fit for side clips and with light scroll engraved side panels. Tops of barrels marked with stamp reading " EXCELSIOR STEEL", "WITTEN". Rib is engraved reading "CHARLES DALY DIAMOND REGENT". Barrel flats marked with proof markings and "1898", the gun's serial number. Chokes are Improved Cylinder and Improved Cylinder. Case colored boxlock action with gold cocking indicators, single mechanical trigger, cross bolt third fastener and side clips. Water table reads "PRUSSIA" and "1898" for serial number. Gun is non-auto. Action with vibrant case colors is engraved with scrolls, "CHARLES DALY" in circular banner and with gold inlay pheasants, woodcock and gold pointing dog on action bottom. Single trigger protected by a blacked scroll engraved trigger guard with a gold brace of sitting quail and 1 flying. Bottom tang is blacked with light scroll engraving and with serial number engraved "1898". Smoky reddish-brown European walnut stock with 2 checkered panels, sharp checkered round knob pistol grip and finished with a black decelerator rubber pad. Splinter forend with fine checkering, blacked, checkered and scroll engraved Deeley styled latch release. Forend also with an ebony forend tip. Exterior iron metal with scroll engraving. CONDITION: Excellent as redone. Barrels with 95% color. Areas with spotting or discoloration. Bores are good. Action is tight, ejectors are sound, and trigger is crisp. New case colors are strong. Stock is near new as restocked. Forend is good. Fun game gun. CP Barrel Length: 25" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .021 (R) .020 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .009 (R) .007 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 16 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .683 (R) .682 Length of Pull: 15" Manufacturer: Charles Daly Model: Diamond Regent Serial Number: 1898 Weight: 5 Lbs. 14 oz.

(M) PIOTTI PIUMA SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1289 (Sale Order 187 of 302)

Circa 1980. A nice 12 bore scalloped frame boxlock game gun with 27 - 1/2" chopper lump blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers and a machined cross filed tapered concave rib. Rib with small steel bead front sight. Top of the right barrel reads "ACCIAIO-SIAU-UM6" and the left barrel reads "FLLI-PIOTTI-ITALY". Barrel flats stamped with "7507" gun serial number and appropriate Italian proof. Chokes are Full and Modified. The coin finished action is nicely appointed with English style rose and scroll engraving by "GRANETTI" as signed by the right-hand side of the trigger guard. The double triggers, front-hinged are protected by a coin finished right hand rolled trigger guard which is also rose and scroll engraved and extends to a long bottom strap also engraved. Top lever with matched scroll engraving, coin finished and checkered thumb piece on the left. Safe slide is engraved and checkered and "SICURA" is engraved. The action is fit with gas escapes. Gun is non-auto safe. Bottom strap with gun's serial number "7507". Nicely figured European walnut stock with honey-golden color and fine point checkered English straight hand grip. Butt is finished with an Oxblood color leather-covered recoil pad. Splinter forend with matched checkering, engraved exterior iron metal, gold logo crest and checkered Anson-styled push-button release. Gun lives in a green canvas motor case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 98% of their original black. Bores are shiny. Action with good case coloring and functions well. Ejectors are in time and trigger is crisp. Stock and forend with minor handling marks. Case is also very good with some handling marks. Very nice gun! CP Barrel Length: 27 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .025 (R) .028 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .027 (R) .017 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 1 - 3/4" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .725 (R) .726 Length of Pull: 15" Manufacturer: Piotti Model: SxS Serial Number: 7507 Weight: 6 Lbs. 13 oz.

(M) STEVEN DODD HUGHES CUSTOM BERTUZZI SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1290 (Sale Order 188 of 302)

Circa 1999. A customized sidelock 20 bore game gun with 26 - 7/8" chopper lump "Bertuzzi" barrels as stamped on bottom of barrels. Blacked barrels are built with ejectors, 3" chambers and a raised machined tapered rib. Rib with round white front bead sight. Barrel flats stamped with Italian proofs and "5654" for gun's serial number. Chokes are Modified and Improved Cylinder. Case colored Sidelock action with cocking indicators, disc set strikers, fire blued single mechanical trigger. Fire blued top lever with fine checkering and with checkered thumb piece. Safe slide is also fire blued engraved and checkered. "SAFE" is in gold. Gun is non-auto safe. Beautiful English-styled rose and scroll engraving by master engraver "M. Dubber". Reddish-brown walnut stock with English straight grip, drop points and classic point checkering that wraps over wrist. The stock is finished by a black "Decelerator" rubber pad. The gun's single trigger is protected by a blacked right hand-rolled edge fine scroll engraved trigger guard that extends to a long bottom strap with scrolls around screws and serial number "5654" engraved. Fine splinter forend with matched checkering blacked engraved pin, engraved blacked oval escutcheon, interior steel with case color hardened finish and Anson-style release. Note "SDH" in gold beneath trigger guard. Gun lives in a Brady-style leather case with rod, snap caps, square oil bottle and accessories. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain most of their bluing and the bores are good. The stock and forend with minor handling marks. Action is tight, trigger is crisp and ejectors are strong. Nice gun. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 7/8" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .033 (R) .034 Chamber: 3" Choke: (L) .018 (R) .006 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .635 Length of Pull: 15" Manufacturer: Steven Dodd Hughes Model: SxS Serial Number: 5654 Weight: 6 Lbs. 10 oz.

(M) BERTUZZI VENERE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1291 (Sale Order 189 of 302)

Circa 1988. A very nice 20 bore sidelock game gun with 26" chopper lump blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers and a machined cross filed tapered flat rib. Rib with steel round front bead sight. Barrel flats stamped with "5871" gun's serial number and with appropriate Italian proofs. Chokes are Improved Modified and Improved Cylinder. The deep colored case hardened action is nicely appointed with English-style rose and scroll engraving by "INC. BERNADELLI" as signed on right-hand side of trigger guard. Bottom action is engraved with scrolls and with a brace of flying quail through field. The case colored single inertia trigger is protected by a case colored right hand rolled-edge trigger guard which is scroll engraved and extends to a long bottom strap also engraved. Top lever with matched engraving, case colored and with checkered thumb piece. Safe slide is checkered and "S" is engraved. Gun is non-auto safe. Bottom strap with gun's serial number "5871". The European walnut stock with smoky grain has been nicely adorned with drop points, fine point checkered English straight grip. Buttstock is checkered and nicely appointed with scroll engraved, color case hardened heel and toe plates. Splinter forend with matched checkering, engraved exterior iron metal, gold logo crest, case colored escutcheon and checkered Anson styled push-button release. Gun lives in a dark brown leather case with Bertuzzi black and silver leather case label, cleaning, and rod accessories. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 98% of their original black. Bores are shiny and ring like bells. Action with good case coloring and functions well. Ejectors are in time and trigger is crisp. Stock and forend with minor handling marks. Case is also very good with some handling marks. Very nice gun! CP Accessories: Case and Accessories Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .036 (R) .032 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .022 (R) .010 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/16" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .622 (R) .625 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Bertuzzi Model: SXS Serial Number: 5871 Weight: 5 Lbs. 14 oz.

(A) REMINGTON MODEL 1889 DRILLING GUN.

Lot #1292 (Sale Order 190 of 302)

Unique Remington Model 1889 style Drilling that, according to consignor, was 1 of 10 made by Remington as a trial in the American Drilling market of the late 1800s and early 1900s. Gun has 30" Decarbonized 12 gauge steel shotgun barrels as used on the Grade I 1889 shotgun with 30" round .38-40 caliber rifle barrel expertly mounted on top of shotgun barrels and fitted with rifle sights. Case hardened action marked Remington Arms Company with 1889 style hammers with double triggers and unique third trigger control of rifle. Walnut checkered round knob pistol grip stock with Remington hard rubber buttplate and matching checkered splinter forearm with latch release. Whether Remington made or gunsmith made, the gun is quite an interesting piece. CONDITION: 98% remaining of a total refurbishment with blue lightly fading and some storage nicks and dings. Good bores and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: 12 GA / .38-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: 1889 Drilling Serial Number: 12598

(M) AXTELL RIFLE CO. MODEL 1877 LONG RANGE CREEDMORE SHARPS RIFLE.

Lot #1293 (Sale Order 191 of 302)

High-quality American-made reproduction of the classic long-range Sharps falling block rifle. Heavy blued half octagon barrel chambered in .45-90 decorated at muzzle and marked on top flat "Axtell Rifle Co." and "Model 1877/Sheridan, Montana". Globe front sight with spirit level and tang mounted long-range rear sight. Receiver is case hardened with double set triggers. Fitted with a deluxe checkered figured walnut pistol grip stock and checkered steel buttplate, with matching Schnabel tip checkered walnut forend. Leather tang sight cover and cloth muzzle cover included. CONDITION: Near excellent. Nearly all of the factory-applied finishes are retained with some scattered handling marks and a couple minor spots of loss on the barrel. Stocks are fine showing only a few minor handling marks. Excellent bright bore displaying crisp rifling. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 34" Caliber/Bore: .45-90 FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Axtell Rifle Co. Model: Sharps Model 1877 Serial Number: 434

(A) STEVENS POPE MODEL 54-44 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1294 (Sale Order 192 of 302)

Desirable Stevens-Pope "Schuetzen Special" Model 54 rifle with the large frame 44 action made by J. Stevens Arms and Tool Company and barreled by master gunsmith Harry Melville Pope during his time at Stevens between 1901 to 1905. 34" blued half-round 8-groove left-handed rifled .32-40 rifled barrel with Stevens wind gauge front sight and Pope Micrometer tang peep sight. Barrel has Pope number of 600 with false muzzle also numbered 600. Barrel is marked on underside in front of forearm "32-40 by Lynden WA" which is the importer's mark when this gun was imported from Canada. Case hardened vignette full coverage engraved 44 action with Schuetzen double set triggers and walnut handled lever. Walnut deluxe checkered Schuetzen style stock with Schuetzen buttplate marked "627" matching serial number of gun with matching number 627 walnut full coverage checkered Schnabel forearm. Comes with Pope grease pump, Ideal capper, Pope single cavity bullet mold, brass bullet starter, Pope false muzzle, and fitted wooden case. CONDITION: Overall 90% plus with slight handling and usage marks with excellent rifling and mechanics. Small hole in stock behind tang. DLM Accessories: Case / accessories with magazine Barrel Length: 34" Caliber/Bore: .32-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Stevens Model: 54-44 Serial Number: 4627

(C) BROWNING MODEL 1885 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE SCHUETZEN.

Lot #1295 (Sale Order 193 of 302)

Original Browning Brothers pre-Winchester Model 1885 High Wall in Schuetzen configuration made by Browning Brothers between 1879 and 1884. 32" octagon unmarked barrel in .32-40 caliber with spirit level front sight, nicely plugged rear seat, and Winchester-style tang Vernier peep sight. Case hardened thickside action with plain trigger. Walnut checkered pistol grip Schuetzen style stock with nickel-plated Swiss buttplate and factory pieced wood. Matching checkered forearm with plugged area for palm rest. This rifle is very similar to one pictured in theWinchester Book. CONDITION: Barrel has faded to a silvery patina along with action. Wood has dings and marks consistent with age. Shootable bore with good mechanics. A hard rifle to find. DLM Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .32-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Browning Model: Single Shot Serial Number: NSN

(A) HARTFORD POPE RIFLED WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1296 (Sale Order 194 of 302)

Winchester Deluxe Model 1885 Highwall built by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1896. 30" Winchester No. 4 octagon barrel originally in .32-40, re-rifled by Harry M. Pope when he was at Hartford, Connecticut to .33-40 Pope with 8-groove left-handed rifling. Barrel is marked with Winchester 2-line address, Pope's marking "RIFLED BY H.M. POPE HARTFORD CONN.", Winchester caliber marking of .32-40, and No. 4 barrel stamping. Underside of barrel is stamped with Pope barrel number 251, which matches number on false muzzle. Barrel is fitted with Lyman Globe front sight, spirit level rear sight (glass broken), and Winchester tang Vernier sight. Case hardened flat spring double set trigger action with 3-prong lever. Deluxe checkered pistol grip stock with Special Schuetzen buttplate and rare special order cheekpiece on the right hand side. Matching deluxe checkered forearm with ebony inlay and palm rest. Comes with Pope Number 251 false muzzle and brass bullet starter. Cody Factory Research confirms all options but sights. CONDITION: 90% barrel blue fading to a plum patina with plugged rear sight dovetail on left flat. 90% fading action case colors. Wood has light coat of added Linseed oil with period repair at wrist. Shootable bore with good mechanics. DLM Accessories: Factory Research Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .33-40 Pope FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: High Wall Serial Number: 75876

(M) SAKO BOLT ACTION RIFLE .22 HORNET.

Lot #1297 (Sale Order 195 of 302)

A nice Mannlicher-Shoenauer styled bolt action magazine rifle built circa 2007 with an 18" blacked steel barrel. Barrel with ramped, checkered bladed front sight, barrel band and loop for sling. This SAKO - Model L46 bolt action magazine rifle is fit with a Tasco (Water Proof) 4x32 scope. Bolt handle and safe are both checkered. Blonde-colored walnut stock with cheekpiece, semi-smooth checkered pistol grip, black grip cap, loop for sling and is also fit with a black serrated plastic buttplate. Forend has matched checkering. Black single trigger is serrated. Magazine release is ahead of trigger and inside of trigger guard. Magazine bottom reads "HORNET". CONDITION: Good. Barrel retains mostly all of its shiny black color. Bottom tip at muzzle shows wear and is spotted. Loop for slings both with discoloration. Stock and forend with handling marks. Action and rifling are good. CP Barrel Length: 18" Caliber/Bore: .22 Hornet FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Sako Model: L46 Serial Number: 25451 Weight: 7 Lbs. 2 oz.

(M) PACHMAYR CUSTOM FN MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .308 NORMA MAGNUM.

Lot #1298 (Sale Order 196 of 302)

The 24" round barrel is chambered for the .308 Norma cartridge. The barrel is fit with a ramped blade front and 2-leaf (one standing, one folding) rear sights on an island base. Top of barrel marked "PACHMAYR LOS ANGELES" and the left side by receiver has standard Belgian proofs. The receiver of the FN Mauser action is fit with a Pachmayr Lo-Swing scope base and Leupold 2x7 Vari-X II scope. The bolt body and magazine followers are both jeweled. The receiver is decorated with gold wire inlays in geometric patterns and the top of barrel near receiver is decorated in similarly. The floorplate and trigger guard have gold wire inlays with game scene of a Bear engraved in gold on the floorplate with supporting engraved acanthus leaves. Acanthus leaf engraving is also found on the trigger guard. The 5-panel bolt handle knob has a rose engraved. Reddish-brown nicely figured stock features a Monte Carlo comb with cheekpiece, single recoil bolt, basket weave pattern checkering on both the pistol grip and forearm, ebony forend tip with white spacer and solid black rubber Pachmayr recoil pad. Ebony flared grip cap with white line has an inset white dot on bottom. Sling loops are in forend and on toe line. CONDITION: Very good, retaining essentially all its finishes on wood and metal. Handling marks on stock. Bore is excellent. Mechanically crisp. CP Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .308 Norma Magnum FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Pachmayr Model: Bolt action Serial Number: 5666 Weight: 8 Lbs. 10 oz. with scope

(M) SCARCE SAKO AII FORESTER VARMINT BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .220 SWIFT WITH BOX.

Lot #1299 (Sale Order 197 of 302)

Made in Finland by Sako and imported by Stoeger between 1978 and 1982. Full blued finish throughout. Heavy varmint profiled 23 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .220 Swift, a non-catalog caliber. No factory iron sight provisions. Fitted with an attractively figured fiddleback walnut stock with checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip, cheekpiece, and black polymer Sako buttplate. Housed in matching factory box with hang tag still attached and other factory paperwork present. CONDITION: Excellent. Virtually all of the original blued finish is retained. Stock is near excellent with some light handling marks. Excellent bore. Bolt face shows some crude machine marks but gun appears otherwise unfired since the factory. Matching partial serial number electro penciled onto bolt. Box is very good showing some light wear and discoloration from storage. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 23 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .220 Swift FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Sako Model: Forester Serial Number: 332794

(M) RARE SAKO AII FORESTER VARMINT BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .220 SWIFT WITH BOX.

Lot #1300 (Sale Order 198 of 302)

Made in Finland by Sako and imported by Stoeger between 1978 and 1982. Full blued finish throughout. Heavy varmint profiled 23 - 1/2" round barrel chambered in .220 Swift, a non-catalog caliber. No factory iron sight provisions. Fitted with a plain grin walnut stock with checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip, cheekpiece, and black polymer Sako buttplate. Housed in matching factory box with hang tag still attached and other factory paperwork present. CONDITION: Excellent. Virtually all of the factory blued finish is retained. Stock is excellent with a few very light handling marks. Excellent bore. Appears unfired since the factory. Matching partial serial number electro penciled onto bolt. Box is very good showing some light wear and discoloration from storage. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 23 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .220 Swift FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Sako Model: Forester Serial Number: 332688

(M) WEATHERBY MARK V BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH BOX.

Lot #1301 (Sale Order 199 of 302)

As new and unfired Weatherby Mark V bolt action rifle made in Japan for Weatherby circa 1970s. 24" blued tapered sightless barrel chambered in 300 Weatherby Magnum. Blued action and floorplate with side safety. California style walnut skip-line checkered pistol grip Monte Carlo-style stock with cheekpiece, Weatherby logo vented rubber recoil pad, and contrasting pistol grip and forearm cap. Comes in original factory Weatherby box. CONDITION: As new and unfired with traces of factory grease on barrel and action. Box is in excellent condition. DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .300 Weatherby Mag FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Weatherby Model: Mark V Serial Number: H176781

(C) GLASER HEEREN SYSTEM SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1302 (Sale Order 200 of 302)

Caliber 8x68. The crowned 26 - 1/2" octagon to round blued steel barrel that has a matted integral spearpoint quarter rib fit with single standing express rear sight, matted ramped silver-tipped blade front sight and a fire blued barrel band front sling swivel. Top of the barrel is marked "W. GLASER - Waffen - ZURICH". Quarter rib fit with claw mounts holding a Doctor Optic 2.5-10x48 M scope. Rifle is built on the unique Heeren falling block action which is operated by pivoting the trigger assembly rearward for loading and cocking. The case color hardened action is border engraved with "HEEREN SYSTEM W GLASER" marked on top. There is a fire blued safety on the right side of the action body with an engraved "S". The rifle is fit with nicely figured reddish-brown walnut horn tip forearm and buttstock both with 2-panel point pattern checkering. The pistol handgrip buttstock with beaded pancake cheekpiece has a case color finish steel grip cap, vacant stock oval, fire-blued sling swivel, well-matched 1/2" wood extension and a leather-covered recoil pad. CONDITION: Very good. Rifling very good. Stock and forearm with minor handling/use marks. CP Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 8x68 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: W Glaser Model: Heeren System Paperwork: Copy of Modern Guns Serial Number: 1189 Weight: 8 Lbs - 14 Oz w/scope

(C) GRIFFIN & HOWE BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .257 ROBERTS.

Lot #1303 (Sale Order 201 of 302)

Extremely fine custom Griffin & Howe bolt action rifle built on a German Gewehr 88 action by Griffin & Howe, New York, New York circa 1920. 27" round rifled barrel in .257 Roberts caliber with banded front ramp sight and rear Lyman peep mounted on the bolt. Barrel has been drilled with holes plugged for Lyman Target Spot or some other type of target scope of the day. Barrel is marked "No. 321 GRIFFIN & HOWE INC NEW YORK" on top of barrel in front action. Blued Commercial German Gewehr 88 bolt action with 3-position safety, checkered butter knife bolt handle, double set triggers, engraved receiver, and Griffin & Howe side mount with 4X Hensoldt Wetzlar scope with fence post reticle. Beautiful classic Griffin & Howe figured American walnut stock with pistol grip, checkering, cheekpiece, and Winchester style checkered steel buttplate with contrasting ebony forearm tip. Stock has quick detachable sling swivel bases and silver monogram shield and steel grip cap. CONDITION: 95% fading blue with some light handling wear. Stock has most of the original hand-rubbed finish remaining with some light usage dings and marks. Good bore, clear optics, and good mechanics. A usual but classic Griffin & Howe Sporter from the day. DLM Barrel Length: 27" Caliber/Bore: .257 Roberts FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Griffin & Howe Model: Bolt Action Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(C) AS NEW PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .264 WINCHESTER MAGNUM.

Lot #1304 (Sale Order 202 of 302)

Manufactured 1962. 22" blued round tapered Winchester Proof Steel barrel with Winchester 103 blade hooded ramp front sight and Lyman 16B rear flip sight. Gun is marked with Winchester address and "- MODEL 70 - FEATHERWEIGHT - 264 WIN MAGNUM". Matted action with hollow handled bolt with matching serial number electropenciled on bolt. Walnut machine-cut checkered pistol grip stock with factory Winchester ventilated recoil pad, blued sling swivel bows, and blued quick detachable floorplate. Comes in original 2-piece Winchester red letter box with matching yellow label and bolt tag and hanging tags. CONDITION: As new in box, with light handling and storage marks. Gun appears to have never been fired and possibly never assembled. Box is in good condition with some light wear on edges. DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .264 Winchester Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Featherweight Serial Number: 554241

(M) ENGRAVED AUSTRIAN BOLT ACTION SPORTING RIFLE IN .270 WINCHESTER, BUILT ON A MAUSER 98 ACTION.

Lot #1305 (Sale Order 203 of 302)

Built off a large ring Mauser style action with no visible maker markings (added scope blocks may be obscuring maker marks), visible Austrian proofs including "1528-52", eagle, and NPF proof. Barrel shank proofed with same 1528-52 mark, NPF proof and caliber designation of 270 and 6835. Action is engraved in an acorn and oak leaf band pattern, with butter knife bolt handle engraved to match. Barreled shank is lightly engraved with bands where it matches up with action. Underside of steel magazine engraved with oak leaves and a stag in a forest scene. Rifle built with flag safe and double set triggers. Trigger guard engraved with further oak leaves and a silhouette of a chamois. Top of barrel marked "MAHRHOLDT-PETERLONGO-INNSBRUCK-TYROL" for the Austrian maker. Plain rear sight on island screwed to barrel, with 2 leaf V-notch rear sight, one folding and one standing. The ramped brass front sight is on a barrel band with stippling. Left handed honey colored European walnut stock with Schnabel tipped forearm and checkered panels is with a black capped pistol grip. The buttstock Bavarian cheekpiece with carved scene of acorns and oak leaves is finished by a horn checkered butt plate. Toe line with silver oval inset plaque engraved with "ET". Sling studs on toe and sweated onto underside of barrel. Rifle fit with quick detachable swing mounts and mounted with a Weaver K4 60-B scope. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel has been reblued and retains virtually all of that rebluing with some extremely minor marks. Action and magazine plate in-the-white with a few spots of oil staining that do not detract. Trigger guard reblued, probably at the same tame the barrel was renewed. Stock is good with crisp carving and a few minor marks around plaque. Stock also with wood separation under bolt release. Horn buttplate with some slight damage (possibly from insects). Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with strong rifling. Inoperable checkered slide safe. CP Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .270 Winchester Drop at Comb: 1 - 7/8" Drop at Heel: 3" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Mahrholdt-Peterlongo Model: Custom Mauser Serial Number: 152852 Weight: 8 Lbs. (w/Scope) 7 Lbs. 2 oz. (w/o scope)

(M) BROWNING HIGH POWER OLYMPIAN GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1306 (Sale Order 204 of 302)

Circa 1962. The 24" round barrel is chambered for the .257 Roberts cartridge and is marked with "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY" on left and with caliber and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on right side. The serial number is located on bottom of the barrel. There are 2 triangles of scrolled acanthus engraving at sides of breech end. Coin satin finished Mauser action has gold-washed trigger. Action is engraved with well cut, shaded, acanthus scroll, as background to game scenes appropriate to caliber; an antelope is on left side of receiver ring and a deer is on right. Floorplate depicts a mountain lion on a limb of a tree and a portrait of a mountain goat is on trigger guard bow. The floorplate is signed “J Baerten” who undoubtedly engraved the remaining scenes which are unsigned. Nicely figured American walnut gloss finished rosewood capped pistol grip stock is fitted with Browning plastic buttplate. Both sides of the butt are figured with sunburst fans. Stock features Monte Carlo comb with swept cheekpiece, single recoil bolt and rosewood forend tip with white line spacer. Matching flared grip cap has inset gold diamond on bottom. Closely spaced checkering at grip and forend is flanked by relief carved scrolling acanthus with stipple shaded background. Sling studs are in forend and on toe line. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 13 - 3/4". CONDITION: Excellent, retaining essentially all its finishes on wood and metal, and only a few light handling marks. Bore is excellent. Mechanically crisp. CP Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .257 Roberts FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Browning Model: High Power Olympian Grade Serial Number: 878622 Weight: 7 Lbs. 4 oz.

(M) CASED VERNEY-CARRON AZUR SAFARI .500 NITRO EXPRESS SXS DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1307 (Sale Order 205 of 302)

A classic and honorable hunting rifle is designed by Paul Demas and built by the French master builder. This handsome coin-finished boxlock double rifle is built with 23 - 1/2" mono-bloc blued steel side by side barrels. The barrels are fit with ejectors, raised, lightly engraved spear point quarter rib with express rear sights, 1 standing and 2 folding, standing is gold lined and the folding are marked 50 and 100. Front sight is a raised island sight with a silver tipped spear point blade and a flip-over moon sight protector with white tip. Bottom rib with eye for sling. Rib is engraved "500 NE". Breech ends of barrels with light scroll. Bottom of right barrel reads "Imported by Verney-Carron USA, Inc. Clay Center, KS". Both barrels stamped "500 NE" and "AR" under crown near barrel flat. Barrel flat also stamped with "AR" under crown and "AA". The unique and strong Verney-Carron action with its triple hook and triple recoil face locking mechanism is engraved with the rifle's serial number "A1037" and stamped with "2" & "C". The coin-finished scalloped boxlock action is fit with reinforced bolsters, disk set strikers, gas escapes, rose bouquets, English scrolls, double triggers, engraved and checkered top lever and an engraved and checkered safety slide. Rifle is non-auto safe. The action bottom is engraved "Atelier-Verney-Carron AZUR SAFARI". Double triggers are protected by a lightly engraved trigger guard that extends to a long bottom strap that is also lightly scroll engraved. The reddish-brown well figured European walnut stock is fit with a medium-sized sharp checkered pistol grip with right-hand palm swell has a lightly engraved coin finished capbox, shadow line cheekpiece, stud for sling and a brown "Decelerator" rubber pad with black spacer. The beavertail forend has matched checkering with iron metal that is lightly engraved and built with a checkered Anson-styled push-button release. Inner forend iron is coin finished and jeweled with serial number "No A1037" engraved. Rifle travels in a black felt covered travel case by Unique Cases. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain mostly all of their original color and rifling is very good. Action is tight, ejectors are timed well and triggers are crisp. Stock and forend with light handling/storage marks. Case is also good. Nice, strong double rifle. CP Accessories: Travel Case Barrel Length: 23 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .500 Nitro Express Drop at Heel: 2 - 5/8" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Verney-Carron Model: Azur Safari Serial Number: A1037 Weight: 10 Lbs. 3 oz.

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(M) MARCEL THYS .22LR DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1309 (Sale Order 206 of 302)

Circa 1982. A beautiful little .22LR sporting double rifle with 24 - 1/4" blacked steel barrels. Chopper lump barrels are fit with ejectors, spearpoint quarter rib with standing leaf sight. Quarter rib is raised, crosshatch checkered and with floral engraved spearpoint, Rib is smooth and concave. Front spear point sight is raised, scroll engraved and with nitre blue blade. Quarter rib is fit with a low mounted Leupold M8-4X scope. Left barrel reads "M.THYS - LIEGE - BELGIUM". The silver-grey patina sidelock side by side is exquisitely engraved by "A. Lovenberg". Engraving on right lock is of scrolls with 2 hare in field and with 1 running hare in field near hinge pin. Left lockplate engraved with a squirrel on a branch, 1 squirrel jumping under the branch and with 1 Squirrel eating a nut. All with surrounding scroll. Fences are carved with Acanthus leaf. Top lever, bolt safe, slide safe, long top strap are all engraved with small scroll. Safe slide, bolted safe and top lever also have checkered thumb pieces. Bottom action is engraved with matching scrolls and coyote stalking quail in a vignette. Fire blued double triggers with front articulated are protected by a brushed coin finished trigger guard which is engraved with scroll and a standing otter on bow. Trigger guard extends to a long bottom strap which is engraved with scrolls and serial "No. 80" in ribbon. Sidelock action with disc set strikers and cocking indicators. Deluxe Turkish walnut with streaky straight grain is built with drop points, fine checkering on a slender pistol grip, engraved steel grip cap with trap door, shadow line cheekpiece and is finished by a checkered butt. Splinter forend with matched checkering and a matched scroll engraved latch release. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their black. Action, triggers, and ejectors are sound. Safes seem to be pinned. Stock and forend with the slightest of handling marks. Great and fun little rifle! CP Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 7/8" Manufacturer: Marcel Thys Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 080 Weight: 7 Lbs. 12 oz.

(M) KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC .470 NE DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1310 (Sale Order 207 of 302)

Circa 2002. A .470 Nitro Express big bore safari rifle with 23 - 1/2" blacked steel barrels. Barrels are fit with a smooth concave rib, machined quarter rib, extractor, 1 standing leaf sight with red line marker and 1 folding leaf. Quarter rib is tapped for scope. Front sight is ramped engraved and with a brass tipped blade sight. Barrels also engraved with scrolls and gold line engraved panels near breech. Left barrel with safety instructions and reads "KRIEGHOFF INT... OTISVILLE, PA". Bottom rib fit with eye for sling loop. The silver-grey patina side plated boxlock action is nicely adorned with tight fine scrolls, chiseled vines on walls and fences, gold-lined scroll surrounds lions in brush on left, leopard on top lever, cape buffalo in field on right, elephant in field at bottom. "KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC" in gold and in banner. Double triggers with front being hinged are protected by a scroll engraved trigger guard. Top lever is also engraved with scroll and is checkered. Safe slide is deeply stippled. Engraving by "A. Marbach" as signed beneath cape buffalo. Beautiful reddish-brown walnut stock with smoky marbling has been built with 2-panel checkered pistol grip, beaded cheekpiece, sling stud, and is finished by a brown rubber Decelerator pad. Beavertail Schnabel forend with matched checkering and tight floral engraved Deeley-styled latch release. Rifle lives in a Krieghoff/Americase. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain most of their most likely recolored black. Rifling is very good. Action is good and triggers are crisp. Stock with handling marks and forend is good also. Case is very good with only some light handling marks. CP Accessories: Krieghoff / Americase Case Barrel Length: 23 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .470 NE Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 7/8" Manufacturer: Krieghoff Model: Classic Serial Number: 010530 Weight: 11 Lbs. 6 Oz.

(C) MARTIN HAGN BOLT ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, PERSONALLY OWNED BY MARTIN HAGN.

Lot #1311 (Sale Order 208 of 302)

Circa 1962. A nice bolt action rifle built and used by a well-known Master gun/rifle maker. This rifle is built in the caliber 9.3x62mm and is built with a 25" blacked steel barrel. Barrel with raised spearpoint island sight that is stippled and filed. Island with 1 standing sight at 100 yards and 1 folding at 200 yards. Barrel also fit with a ramped, raised stippled blade front sight. Bladed front sight with a gold tip. Barrel with German proof and eye for sling loop, with top engraved "MARTIN HAGN ANCHORAGE ALASKA 1965" with "9.2 X 62" on barrel shank. Action is built on a Winchester Model 70 and with a serrated wing safety. Bolt handle is stippled and engraved. Rifle is fitted with claw mounts and a Carl Zeiss Diatal-D 6x42 black scope. The blacked single serrated trigger is protected by a blacked steel trigger guard and rifle has blacked steel magazine floor plate. Straight-grained dark honey-colored walnut stock with checkered pistol grip, shadow line cheekpiece, matched checkered forend, steel grip cap, silver oval, ebony tip and eye for sling loop is finished by a black leather-covered pad. In a letter signed by Martin Hagn, this rifle is identified by serial number as being owned by Martin Hagn personally, built when Hagn worked at Griffin & Howe and used to hunt in Alaska and across the world. CONDITION: Good. Barrel retains mostly all of its black. Rifling is very good. Action is smooth. Stock and forend are good with some handling marks and a few stains from cleaning oils. Stock with small crack at top left near bolt hand release and checkering. Older scope is good. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: 9.3X62mm Drop at Comb: 1 - 7/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 5/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Hagn Model: Bolt Action Rifle Paperwork: Letter from Martin Hagn Serial Number: 268521 Weight: 9 Lbs. 2 oz.(w/Scope) 8 Lbs. (w/out Scope)

(M) CASED MERKEL .416 RIGBY SIDE BY SIDE BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1312 (Sale Order 209 of 302)

Circa 1999. This coin-finished scalloped boxlock big game safari rifle is fit with 23 - 1/2" shiny blacked shoe lump barrels. Barrels are built with extractors, full-length machined wide rib with "Safari .416 Rigby No.23" and rib extension. Rib is fit with express rear sight with 1 standing leaf and 1 folding leaf and brass tipped front sight blade. Swivel loop for sling is attached to the bottom of the rib ahead of the forend. The right side of the barrel is roll stamped with 3 interlocking rings and "Krupp Stahl" while the left side is roll stamped "GSI Inc. Tville AL GEBR. MERKEL SUHL MADE IN GERMANY". Bottom of the right barrel marked "K5276" with German nitro proof marks. Barrel flats with serial number, caliber and nitro proof marks from the Suhl proof house. The coin finished body is nicely engraved with light coverage scrolls with the bottom also incorporating a man working at an anvil and top of the action is stippled. The boxlock action features a Greener cross bolt third fastener, side clips, disc set strikers, cocking indicator pins, a non-automatic safety with the letter "S" forward of serrated blued safety slide and blued double triggers protected by a lightly engraved blued trigger guard. The thumbpiece of the blued top lever is checkered on both sides. The reddish-brown European walnut stocked pistol hand grip with hard rubber grip cap, sharp 2-panel checkering, cheekpiece, swivel loop for sling and black rubber Decelerator recoil pad with spacer. Splinter forend with border engraved coin finished metal iron and Deeley style lever release. Interior of forend iron also coin finished with the number "16023". Rifle resides in a light brown leather trunk case with green interior and Merkel's brown leather trade label stitched to the interior of the case lid. A pair of nickel-plated .416 Rigby nickel-plated snap caps are stored inside the case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain most of their original blue with a few light handling marks and rifling is also very good. Stock and forend with light handling marks. Action is tight and triggers are crisp. Case is good with handling and storage marks. A fine double rifle chambered for one of the all time classic safari cartridges. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 23 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .416 Rigby Drop at Heel: 2 - 5/8" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 15 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: A416023 Weight: 11 Lbs. 7 oz.

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(C) HARTMANN & WEISS MAUSER 7X64 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1313 (Sale Order 210 of 302)

Circa 1966. An early Mauser bolt action magazine rifle by one of the most revered manufacturers in the world. This classic and beautiful rifle is built with a 23" barrel and is fit with an early Swarovski-Optik Tirol Habicht 6 scope which is mounted by a claw mount system. Action is a Mauser double square bridge and chambered for 7x64mm. Barrel is fit with a rear island sight with 1 standing leaf (leaf with platinum marker), ramped front blade sight and a sweated on loop for sling at bottom. Barrel reads "Hartmann & Weiss, Hamburg Kul 7x64", with German proof mark and rifle serial number "0011". Case colored action with thumb notch cut out, butter knife style handle, safe slide, and flag safe. Beautiful case colors and floral scroll are outlined with decorative gold wire. Floorplate and trigger guard are handsomely floral scroll engraved and also with gold line accents. Rifle is fit with double set triggers. The beautiful Turkish walnut stock is built with a Monte Carlo stock and cheekpiece, slender fine checkered pistol grip, grip with ebony cap, loop for sling and 1/2" leather recoil pad. Forend with matched checkering and ebony tip matching grip cap. Rifle lives in an oak and leather makers case with "Hartmann & Weiss" trade label, Damascus knife, golden plated cleaning accessories and leather sling. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel retains mostly all of its black with light markings from storage. Action and trigger(s) are smooth and crisp. Scope is clear. Stock is good with small indication of separation alongside top left near safe slide. Stock and forend with only slight marks from storage handling. Case good with storage marks. Nice rifle! CP Accessories: Oak & Leather Case Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: 7X64mm Brenneke Drop at Comb: 2" Drop at Heel: 3 - 1/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Hartmann & Weiss Model: Mauser Serial Number: 0011 Weight: 7 Lbs. (w/out Scope) 8 lbs. 2 oz. (w/Scope)

(M) JOHN BOLLIGER SIGNATURE SERIES .270 WINCHESTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1314 (Sale Order 211 of 302)

A custom G33-40 Mauser bolt action rifle in .270 Winchester. Rifle built with a 22 - 1/2" matte black round barrel. Barrel is fit with screw-on tip at muzzle. Action/receiver is fit with a Swarovski Z6i 1.7-10x42 scope. Action with a hinged straddle floor plate, trigger bow release and a blacked smooth single trigger. Action is also built with a 3-position wing safe. Action with jeweled slide and 3-panel checkered bolt handle. The handsome deluxe walnut stock with straight smoky lines is nicely feather crotched at butt along with a sharply checkered Fleur-de-Lis styled pistol grip with black steel grip cap, shadow line cheekpiece, stud for sling loop and finished by a blacked steel checkered buttplate. Slender pistol grip with right-hand palm swell. Forend with matching grain, checkering is also fit with a stud for sling loop and an ebony forend tip. Rifle comes with Swarovski elevation turret, muzzle brake and tool. Rifle lives in an aluminum travel case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrel retains mostly all of its color and rifling is sharp. Action is smooth and scope is excellent. Stock and forearm are both excellent with few minor handling marks. Case is good. Great rifle! CP Accessories: Extra Scope Turret, Muzzle Break and Tool Barrel Length: 22 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .270 Winchester FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: John Bolliger Model: Signature Series Serial Number: 508 Weight: 9 Lbs. (w/Scope)

(M) RIGBY .416 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1315 (Sale Order 212 of 302)

Circa 1997 as per London proof markings on right side of barrel near chamber. A truly classic caliber in big game rifles, this with a 24" blued steel stepped and tapered barrel. Barrel is fit with a serrated rear island sight with 1 standing leaf and 1 folding leaf sight, raised stippled front blade sight, loop for sling and muzzle is crowned. Barrel reads "J. Rigby & Co. London, England" in gold. Action reads "RIGBY'S SPECIAL 416 BORE FOR BIG GAME" and with serial number "6953" in gold with light floral scroll bordering on left. BRNO action with jeweled slide and extractor. Bolt hand with floral scroll engraving. Action also fit with single serrated trigger and 3-position wing safe. "S" in gold beneath wing safe. Side of action/receiver reads "J RIGBY & CO LONDON ENGLAND". Brushed steel floor plate engraved with scroll and with lion head in gold wire vignette. Engraver "B. Burgess" as signed on floor plate just ahead of blacked engraved trigger guard. Trigger guard engraved with floral scroll and "RFD 2" in gold. Deluxe walnut stock with straight and smoky marbling throughout. Rifle is fit with Holland & Holland styled quick detachable mounts and a Swarovski 1.25-4x24 Habicht scope. Stock with 2-panel sharp checkered pistol grip, shadow line cheekpiece, gold oval, sling loop and finished with a black rubber pad. Pistol grip with floral scroll engraved steel grip cap with trap door bearing the Rigby logo in gold with gold wire oval circling it. Forend with matched checkering and ebony forend tip. Rifle lives in an aluminum travel case. CONDITION: Excellent with superficial handling marks. Barrel retains 98 percent original blue. Rifling is strong. Action and trigger are smooth. Bolt handle shroud, sling loops and mounts with some discoloration. Stock and forend with minor handling marks. Case good with handling marks. Nice big bore rifle. CP. Accessories: Aluminum Travel Case & Swarovski Z6i Scope Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .416 Rigby Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Rigby Model: Bolt Action Serial Number: 6953 Weight: 12 Lbs. 6 oz. (w/Scope) 11 Lbs. 3 oz. (w/out Scope)

(C) MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER MODEL 1950 ENGRAVED BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1316 (Sale Order 213 of 302)

Circa 1951. This vintage rifle made in Austria is built as .270 with a 21" round barrel with blued finish. Barrel with 1 standing and 1 folding leaf sight and hooded ramped bladed front sight. Action is built with a butter knife handle (floral engraved with serrated bottom), double set steel triggers, wing safe and side safe. Action is fit with a Leupold rail scope mount system. Action (receiver) is engraved "STEYR-DAIMLER" and with some light floral scroll in the DELUXE factory pattern. Blacked floor plate is engraved "STOEGER ARMS CORPORATION NEW-YORK SOLE US AGENTS". The 1-piece walnut stock with dark blondish tone is fit with a checkered pistol grip and black grip cap, checkered forend, sling loops, beaded cheekpiece, hard rubber grip cap and black serrated plastic buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Rifle retains most of its original bluing. Minor handling marks on wood stock. CP Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .270 Win FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Mannlicher Schoenauer Model: 1950 Serial Number: 5209 Weight: 7 Lbs. 10 oz.

(M) CUSTOM MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .404 JEFFERY.

Lot #1317 (Sale Order 214 of 302)

A nicely configured and adorned Belgium manufactured sporting rifle built in the great .404 Jeffery cartridge. Rifle is built with a 24 - 1/2" shiny black barrel with spear point quarter rib. Quarter rib with express sights of 1 standing and 2 folding leaves. Folding leaves are regulated for 200 and 300 yards. Front sight is ramped serrated and with a brass bladed sight. Barrel also with sweated on eye for sling loop. Receiver with beautiful gold wire inlay with dragons as does floorplate, side mount and trigger guard. Bolt handle with checkered single panel. Bolt with jeweled extractor. Action with matching gold plated single trigger, reinforcing bolt and flag safe. Rifle is fit with a Griffin & Howe side mount and a Lyman Alaskan All-Weather 2 - 1/2 power scope. The honey-colored walnut stock with 2-panel sharp checkered pistol grip and black grip cap is also fit with a cheekpiece, eye for sling loop and brown rubber recoil pad. Forend with matched checkering. Rifle lives in a black plastic travel case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel with mostly all of its black. Rifling is sharp. Action is smooth. Stock and forend with only minor handling marks. Case is good. Very nice sporting rifle! CP Accessories: Black Plastic Travel Case Barrel Length: 24 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .404 Jeffery Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Mauser Model: Custom Bolt Action Serial Number: 208843 Weight: 10 Lbs. 3 oz.(w/scope) 9 Lbs. 4 oz. (w/out scope)

(C) WINCHESER MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE PRE-64 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1318 (Sale Order 215 of 302)

Circa 1956. A .458 Winchester Magnum Big Game Rifle with 25" blacked steel barrel. Barrel with rear island sight, sight with adjustable leaf. Front blade sight is ramped, serrated and with hood. Barrel reads "MADE IN USA", WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL", "WINCHESTER TRADE MARK", "MODEL -70-458 WIN. MAGNUM". Barrel with sweated on sling loop. Action with serial number "365667" on right. Action reads with logo "WINCHESTER" over "TRADE MARK" on left. Action is taped for scope mounts. Rifle is built with 3-position wings safe. Slide and extractor are jeweled. Black serrated trigger is protected by a black trigger guard. Floor plate reads "SUPER GRADE". Straight grain stock with fine checkered pistol grip, Monte Carlo combed cheekpiece, loop for sling and finished orange "WINCHESTER" recoil pad. Forend with matched checkering and ebony forend tip. Pistol grip with blacked steel grip cap. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel retains 90% of its original black. Action is smooth and sound. Stock and forend with light handling marks. Great early big bore rifle. CP Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .458 Winchester Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Super Grade Serial Number: 365667 Weight: 8 Lbs. 12 oz.

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN .410 BORE IN ORIGINAL FACTORY BOX.

Lot #1319 (Sale Order 216 of 302)

Winchester Model 42 Field Grade slide action shotgun made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1963. 26" blued Winchester Proof Steel plain barrel with bead front sight and fixed Modified choke with 3" chamber. Blued takedown frame with push button safety. Walnut plain pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttplate and walnut flat bottom corn cob forearm. Comes in original red letter with matching yellow label 2-piece cardboard box with paperwork. Possibly one of the last ones made. CONDITION: 95% original finish with some operating wear with box having tape and some edge wear. DLM Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 3" Choke: Modified FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Bore Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 42 Serial Number: 164166

(C) EXTREMELY RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER PRE-64 SUPERGRADE FEATHERWEIGHT WITH CONSECUTIVE SERIAL

Lot #1320 (Sale Order 217 of 302)

Desirable and seldom seen 1 of 2 consecutive serial number Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 Supergrade Featherweights made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1955, with this one being serial number 326824. Correct 22" blued Winchester Proof Steel tapered round barrel with correct factory hooded ramped Redfield No. 255 gold bead front sight, correct Lyman 16B rear folding sight, Winchester address, "MODEL - 70 - FEATHERWEIGHT -", and caliber "308 WIN" markings. 1 of 101 made in this caliber! Underside of barrel correctly marked "SUPER". Matted action with matching serial number jeweled bolt, jeweled follower, and correct hollow handle bolt knob. Correct blued detachable floorplate marked "SUPERGRADE". Highly figured American walnut wrap-around checkered 1-piece Monte Carlo stock with late style cheekpiece, black checkered aluminum buttplate, steel grip cap, molded forend tip, and inletted detachable sling swivel bases. Comes with correct style leather sling and original quick detachable sling swivels. PROVENANCE: Bill Bean Collection. CONDITION: 95% plus original blue and action finish with light handling marks. 95% plus original varnish with near perfect checkering with light storage marks. As new bore and mechanics. Possibly test fired only. DLM Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .308 Winchester FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 326824

(C) EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER PRE-64 SUPERGRADE FEATHERWEIGHT WITH CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBER MATE.

Lot #1321 (Sale Order 218 of 302)

Desirable and seldom seen 1 of 2 consecutive serial number Winchester Pre-64 Model 70 Supergrade Featherweights made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1955, with this one being serial number 326825. Correct 22" blued Winchester Proof Steel tapered round barrel with correct factory hooded ramped Redfield No. 255 gold bead front sight, correct Lyman 16B rear folding sight, Winchester address, "- MODEL - 70 - FEATHERWEIGHT -", and caliber "243 WIN" markings. 1 of 260 made in this caliber! Underside of barrel correctly marked "SUPER" and ".243". Matted action with matching serial number jeweled bolt and jeweled follower and hollow handle bolt knob. Correct blued detachable floorplate marked "SUPERGRADE". Highly figured American walnut wrap-around checkered 1-piece Monte Carlo stock with late style cheekpiece with black checkered aluminum buttplate, steel grip cap, molded forend tip, and inletted detachable sling swivel bases. Comes with correct style leather sling and original quick detachable sling swivels. PROVENANCE: Bill Bean Collection. CONDITION: 95% plus original blue and action finish with light operation and handling marks. 95% plus original varnish with near perfect checkering with light storage marks. As new bore and mechanics. Possibly test fired only. DLM Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .243 Winchester FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 326825

(C) BROWNING SA 22 GRADE IV SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE

Lot #1322 (Sale Order 219 of 302)

Circa 1963. A nice little Belgium made .22 LR with a 19" shiny black barrel. Barrel with folding elevation adjustable rear notch sight and bladed front sight with brass tip. Barrel reads "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS Mo & MONTREAL P.Q.", "MADE IN BELGIUM", 22 LONG RIFLE", "BROWNING PATENTS". Silvery-grey action with full coverage scrolls and game scenes. Game scenes are of hunting dog chasing flying pheasants through wood on left, hunting dog chasing flying mallards through wood on right, and with the hunting dog with a Mallard in its mouth on top. Engraver is "J. BAERTAN" as signed. Action built with a gold-colored single trigger, black checkered safe tab and bottom ejector. The honey-colored straight-grained checkered pistol-gripped European walnut stock is finished by a black steel scored buttplate. Stock with right side ammunition magazine port. Buttstock with magazine finger piece. Checkered forend with scored bottom lock/release lever. Rifle lives in Browning traditional case. Rifle weight: 4 Lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel with mostly all of its shiny black. Rifling is very good. Action is smooth. Engraving is very good. Stock with and forend with light handling marks. Nice little rifle. CP Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 19" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 3" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Browning Model: SA 22 Serial Number: 3T77822

CORRECTION: This is a Grade III, not a Grade IV.

(C) CARVED MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER MCA BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1323 (Sale Order 220 of 302)

Mannlicher Schoenauer Custom Model 1961 MCA carbine bolt action rifle made by Steyr from 1961 to 1971. 20" blued tapered barrel with ramp front sight, integral rear notch sight, and blued nosepiece. Blued action with polished butterknife bolt. Tang safety with rotary magazine with double set triggers fitted with Redfield bases and Redfield 4-12x power scope. Walnut full Mannlicher-style stock with checkered grip panels with oak leaf carving, Monte Carlo cheek, cheekpiece, and Steyr marked hard rubber buttplate and grip cap. A really nice rifle. CONDITION: 90% original blue and varnish with light handling marks. Scope is clear with good bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .270 Winchester FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mannlicher Shoenauer Model: MCA Serial Number: 58402

VERY SCARCE COMPLETE SET OF FOUR WILLIAM MARDEN'S 1857 AMERICAN FIELD SPORTS HAND COLORED LITHOGRAPH

Lot #1324 (Sale Order 221 of 302)

William Theodore Marsden was a 19th century American painter well known for his sporting and horse paintings, some of which were copied as lithographs. Offered in this lot is his complete set of four American Field Sports dated 1857. Printed and hand colored in Paris, France. In the book "America on Stone" by Harry T. Peters, a wealthy 19th century coal merchant and sportsman. Mr. Peters was an ardent collector and considered an authority of early lithograph prints. His book showcases 1,686 lithographs from his personal collection. Mr. Peters's books give high praise to Marsden featuring his work on page 272, plates 51 and 57. CONDITION: Excellent overall showing bold color with no defects, soiling, or staining. Professionally conservation mounted and framed in solid cherry wood frames using acid-free matting and backing. MKS

EYE CATCHING ZLATOUST MANUFACTURED POLAR BEAR KNIFE WITH ENAMEL PAINTINGS ON SHEATH.

Lot #1325 (Sale Order 222 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus straightback blade, decorated on right side with a roaring polar bear on a glacier and accented with floral scroll, while right side is more simply decorated with flowing florals. Sheath is decorated with a pair of enamel paintings, with left side depicting a polar bear in portraiture, while right side depicts a polar bear with a fresh sea lion kill. Both sides are further accented with florals and intricate knotwork on a mixed blackened and gilt ground. Pale wood (Karelian birch?) grip with single finger groove. Pommel is decorated with florals and mixed blackened and gilt ground en suite. Pommel with ball capstan. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork and a brief description of the knife in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Box and Case Blade Length: 6" Overall Length: 11 - 1/2" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GOLD INLAID ZLATOUST TIGER KNIFE WITH SHEATH AND CASE.

Lot #1326 (Sale Order 223 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus straightback blade, decorated on right side with a stalking tiger, surrounded by fine florals and light intricate knotwork, while right side is more simply decorated with flowing florals. Sheath and bolster are decorated en suite with more knotwork and florals and a blackened ground, with sheath depicting a roaring tiger in a frozen tundra. Burl walnut grip with finger grooves. Pommel depicts a snarling tiger with emerald eyes. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork and a brief description of the knife in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Case and Box Blade Length: 7 - 3/8" Overall Length: 12 - 3/8" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GOLD INLAID ZLATOUST GRIZZLY BEAR KNIFE WITH SHEATH AND CASE.

Lot #1327 (Sale Order 224 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus blade, with drop point blade, decorated on right side with a bear walking through trees, surrounded by fine florals and intricate knotwork, while right side is more simply decorated with knotwork. Sheath and bolster are decorated en suite with more knotwork and florals and a blackened ground, with sheath depicting a ferocious bear preparing to maul a fleeing boar. Burl walnut grip with finger grooves. Pommel depicts a bear, decorated with knotwork, emerald eyes, and a lanyard loop "mouth". CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Case and Box Blade Length: 7 - 1/4" Overall Length: 13" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GOLD INLAID ZLATOUST LEOPARD KNIFE WITH SHEATH AND CASE.

Lot #1328 (Sale Order 225 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus clip point blade, decorated on right side with a leopard mid-battle with a python, with clever use of blackening and white enamel to accentuate the leopard. Right side of blade with a short spray of florals on ricasso. Sheath, bolster, backstrap, and pommel with extensive floral decoration on a mixed silver and gilt ground, with left side depicting a leopard striking an antelope. Burl walnut grip with finger groove. Pommel with ball capstan. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork and a brief description of the knife in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Case and Box Blade Length: 7 - 1/4" Overall Length: 12 - 7/8" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GOLD AND STONE INLAID ZLATOUST HAWK KNIFE WITH SHEATH AND CASE.

Lot #1329 (Sale Order 226 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus recurve blade, decorated on right side with a hawk on a branch which transforms into intricate knotwork and florals. Right side of blade with a short spray of florals on ricasso. Sheath and bolster with extensive floral decoration on a mixed silver and gilt ground, with left side of sheath depicting a hawk pulling a trout out of the water, with silver and white enamel cleverly used to accent the hawk. Right side of sheath also has 15 inlaid gemstones, they appear to be indicolite. Right side of sheath with florals and a central hawk feather motif. Karelian birch grip with finger groove, dyed blue. Pommel in the form of a hawk head with 2 more indicolite gems for eyes. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Case and Box Blade Length: 7 - 1/8" Overall Length: 12 - 1/2" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GOLD INLAID ZLATOUST LEOPARD KNIFE WITH SHEATH AND CASE.

Lot #1330 (Sale Order 227 of 302)

Zlatoust is well known for being one of the foremost centers of Russian engraving and metalwork, with production as far back as 1815, when Zlatoust was manufacturing edged weapons, including decorated examples. This modern example is a hunting knife with a Damascus trailing point blade, decorated on right side with a leopard mid-leap, with clever use of blackening and white enamel to detail the leopard. Right side of blade with a short spray of florals on ricasso. Sheath, bolster, and pommel with extensive floral decoration on a mixed silver and gilt ground; left side of sheath depicting a leopardess and 2 of her cubs, midway through grooming. Sheath very cleverly makes use of blackening and white enamel to detail the leopards. Karelian birch grip with finger groove. Pommel with ball capstan. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some very minor marks from sheathing/resheathing. Housed in a wooden presentation case fitted to knife and paper slipcase. Accompanied by Russian Compliance paperwork and a description of the knife in Cyrillic. A lovely piece of Russian art. EMW. A portion of the proceeds for this lot will be donated to Samaritan’s Purse in support of Ukraine. Accessories: Case and Box Blade Length: 7 - 3/4" Overall Length: 13 - 1/4" Paperwork: Knife Information Serial Number: NSN

GEORGE HERRON CUSTOM KNIFE SCRIMSHAWED BY KEN HUNT.

Lot #1331 (Sale Order 228 of 302)

Excellent George Herron custom mammoth boot knife scrimshawed by Ken Hunt. The knife features a clip point blade with wonderfully etched foliate designs laid neatly atop of a frosted background on the cheek. The blade is marked "HERRON" on the ricasso. Wonderfully scrimshawed grips by Ken Hunt compliment the hilt. Each grip panel exhibits beautifully detailed floral motifs and are secured in place by 2 stainless pins. The left grip is signed "K.C. Hunt" at the top of the grip scale just under the guard. CONDITION: The blade remains bright and the floral etchings remain unmolested. The grip scales exhibit little to no wear with their colors remaining attractive and vibrant. This is a wonderful example of an ornate fixed blade knife that was crafted by a fine knife maker. Overall excellent. JLD Accessories: Soft knife case Blade Length: 4" Overall Length: 8 - 1/2"

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1332 (Sale Order 229 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 19 - 3/4", width: 7" to 3 - 3/4", thickness: 2 - 3/8". Weight: 5 lbs 11 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1333 (Sale Order 230 of 302)

Turkish Walnut Shotgun Stock Blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 22 - 7/8", width: 9 - 3/4" to 5 - 3/4", thickness: 2 - 1/2". Weight: 9 lbs 13.8 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK (1 OF 2 MATCHING).

Lot #1334 (Sale Order 231 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures length: 20 - 3/16", width: 7 - 5/16" to 4 - 1/2", thickness: 2 - 3/8". Weight: 6 lbs 7.4 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK (2 OF 2 MATCHING).

Lot #1335 (Sale Order 232 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 21", width: 6 - 13/16" to 4 - 7/16", thickness: 2 - 1/4". Weight: 6 lbs 7.6 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT RIFLE STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1336 (Sale Order 233 of 302)

Turkish Walnut rifle stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 40", width: 7 - 5/8" to 2 - 7/8", thickness: 2 - 5/8". Weight: over 11 lbs. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1337 (Sale Order 234 of 302)

Turkish Walnut Stock Blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures Length: 18 - 3/4", Width: 6 - 9/16" to 2 - 7/8", Thickness: 2 - 1/4". Weight: 5 lbs 4.0 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 EXHIBITION TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1338 (Sale Order 235 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of exhibition (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 19 - 3/8", width: 6 - 7/8" to 5 - 1/8", thickness: 2 - 1/4". Weight: 5 lbs 11 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1339 (Sale Order 236 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 18 - 1/4", width: 7 - 1/8" to 4", thickness: 2 - 1/16". Weight: 4 lbs 4.2 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 EXHIBITION WALNUT STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1340 (Sale Order 237 of 302)

Turkish Walnut Rifle Stock Blank. Fine piece of exhibition (labeled 5+) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 37", width: 8 - 3/4" to 2 - 7/8", thickness: 1 - 7/8". Weight: 9 lbs 3.6 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT RIFLE STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1341 (Sale Order 238 of 302)

Turkish Walnut Rifle Stock Blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 35 - 1/2", width: 7 - 1/4" to 2 - 7/8", thickness: 2 - 1/8". Weight: 8 lbs 13.0 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

GRADE 5 TURKISH WALNUT SHOTGUN STOCK BLANK.

Lot #1342 (Sale Order 239 of 302)

Turkish Walnut shotgun stock blank. Fine piece of standard (labeled 5) wood with fine figure and color. Aged over 30 years. CONDITION: Excellent as presented. Please refer to photos for detailed images. Measures: length: 19", width: 7 - 1/8" to 3 - 1/4", thickness: 2 - 5/16". Weight: 5 lbs 7.4 oz. DISCLAIMER: Wood blanks are sold with no written or expressed warranty or guarantee of defects, serviceability, or merchantability.

SET OF 16 BORE PURDEY BARRELS WITH NON-MATCHING FOREND.

Lot #1343 (Sale Order 240 of 302)

Built circa 1981. A pair of 16 bore side by side shotgun barrels and a Turkish walnut beavertail forend. 28" chopper lump steel barrels with ejectors, 2 - 1/2" chambers. Chokes are Full (.041) and Modified (.015). Barrels with London proof stamp from 1981. Weight 2 lbs. 8 oz. Beavertail forend with Anson push button release, fine point checkering and scroll engraved hardware. Rib reads "J. PURDEY & SONS, AUDLEY HOUSE SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON ENGLAND". CONDITION: Barrels retain mostly all of their color and chime well. Forend with some dings on left side near checkering and top wall towards breech. CP

SET OF 12 BORE PURDEY SIDE BY SIDE BARRELS.

Lot #1344 (Sale Order 241 of 302)

Circa 1895. A vintage pair of 30" chopper lump London Best side by side shotgun barrels which are fit for side clips. Wide matte concave tapered rib with small steel round front bead sight. Barrels read "J. PURDEY & SONS AUDLEY HOUSE, SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON", "MADE OF SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTHS FLUID PRESSED STEEL". No nitro proof indication. Chokes are Modified (.022) and Improved Cylinder (.001). CONDITION: Good. Lots of remaining color with some handling marks and barrels chime well. Ghosts in rib. CP

UMC CARTRIDGES BEAR ADVERTISEMENT FELT MAT.

Lot #1345 (Sale Order 242 of 302)

UMC Cartridges countertop felt mat advertisement. Black felt with center picture being a snarling bear leaning on a rock overtop a UMC .35 Remington cartridge with "FOR EVERY MAKE OF RIFLE" in red lettering. Aftermarket wooden frame with golden background and glass face. CONDITION: Very good overall condition with minor holes and tearing. Colors show light fading. GFP

REMINGTON UMC "END OF THE DAY" ADVERTISEMENT

Lot #1346 (Sale Order 243 of 302)

Story goes that former Remington Advertising Manager Dick Baldwin, retrieved the original painting "End of the Day" by John Eads Collins from the factory dumpster and used it for this 1910 Remington Advertisement. The image reappeared in 1976 on a Remington poster celebrating the nations bicentennial. The one offered in this lot is the 1910 poster. The colorful image features a tired and cold rabbit hunter with his dogs ending the day with a brace of rabbits. CONDITION: Fine overall showing bright colors with minimum wrinkles and light edge damage. Metal bands are present at top and bottom. MKS

HUNTER ARMS SHOOTING TROPHY 13" LENOX VASE.

Lot #1347 (Sale Order 244 of 302)

These shooting trophies were made for Hunter Arms / L.C. Smith during the 1920's by the Lenox China Company. They were made in different sizes and colors. These trophies were generally awarded by various shooting clubs to the shooter having the highest aggregate score for the year. The trophy in this lot stands 13" tall. Rosewood color with a hand-painted Spaniel dog under the glaze. Gothic style script in gold: "Hunter Arms Co./First Prize/Class 'A". CONDITION: Excellent overall. Glaze is lightly crazed. No chips noticed. Some lettering in the inscription is faded. MKS

HUNTER ARMS SHOOTING TROPHY 8 - 1/2" LENOX VASE.

Lot #1348 (Sale Order 245 of 302)

These shooting trophies were made for Hunter Arms / L.C. Smith during the 1920s by the Lenox China Company. They were made in different sizes and colors. These trophies were generally awarded by various shooting clubs to the shooter having the highest aggregate score for the year. The trophy in this lot stands 8 - 1/2" tall. Ivory color with a hand-painted Spaniel dog under the glaze. Gold leaf rim with Gothic style script in gold: "Hunter Arms Co./First Prize". CONDITION: Excellent overall with no damage and bright colors. MKS

TIM MCCOY WILD WEST POSTER

Lot #1349 (Sale Order 246 of 302)

The Tim McCoy Wild West Show operated during the 1920s. This colorful advertisement is promoting a show in Washington on May 2-4, year unknown. The image depicts a typical Oregon Trail wagon train under attack by Indians wearing colorful War Bonnets. Top advertises: "Col. Tim McCoy's Real Wild West Show and Rough Riders Of The World". CONDITION: Very good overall with some repairs. Multiple fold lines and moderate soiling. MKS

LOT OF 2: L.C. SMITH ADVERTISEMENTS.

Lot #1350 (Sale Order 247 of 302)

Lot consists of 2 professionally matted and framed Hunter Arms/L.C. Smith advertisements. (A) features an image of the Hunter Arms Factory, titled: "Works of The Hunter Arms Co. Fulton N.Y." along with an advertisement featuring the image of a shotgun and 6 vignette images of the Hunter Arms Company principals: Sam Hunter, Jim Hunter, Tom Hunter, Will Hunter, John Hunter, and Rob Hunter. Titled: "The Men Behind The Smith Gun". Lot (B) Includes a second "The Men Behind The Smith Gun" advertisement, along with 6 shotgun "hang-tags". CONDITION: Both items are excellent showing bright colors and no damage. -MKS-

(C) GERMAN MARTINI SYSTEM .22LR VENUS PISTOLE.

Lot #1351 (Sale Order 248 of 302)

German System Venus Martini style Scheibenpistole (target pistol) in .22 Long Rifle. The barrel is marked "Venus Pistole", "Cal. .22 Long Rifle", ".22 LR", "NOT ENGLISH MADE", with post-World War II British proofs, "BUG" proofs, "GERMANY", and faint markings of a company in Hamburg. Serial number is "56176", and there are no US import markings. Blued octagonal barrel with fixed target front sights. Rear target sight is mounted on the receiver, is adjustable for windage and elevation, and is marked "DRGM". Entire receiver is nicely engraved, and there is light engraving on the trigger guard and frame. Blued cocking lever is on the right side. Walnut forearm and grip panels are checkered. CONDITION: Overall excellent. Barrel retains 80-85% of its bluing, and there is little remaining of the case hardening. Wood has light wear and dings, with some damage to the right rear of the forearm. Bore is bright, cocking lever functions properly, and pistol is mechanically sound. WEZ Barrel Length: 13 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: German Model: Venus Pistole Serial Number: 56176

(C) LOEWE BORCHARDT C93 LOEWE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL PARTS KIT.

Lot #1352 (Sale Order 249 of 302)

Borchardt C93 parts kit, manufactured by Loewe in Berlin, Germany. The C93 was among the earliest successful semi-automatic pistol designs that would ultimately go on to influence the design of the iconic Luger. This example is stamped "WAFFENFABRIK/ LOEWE/ BERLIN." over the chamber, with "SYSTEM BORCHARDT. PATENT". Toggle is stamped "D.R.P./ No75282". This example is a unique minor variation, showing up only between serial numbers 230-300, and exhibits "(Crown) / BU" proofs on the right side of the receiver as compared to the left, with "(Crown) / BUG" proofs present on the bottom of the barrel. Matching serial number "292" is present on the frame, sideplate, trigger, spring box, receiver, breechblock, forward toggle link, interior of the grip panels, as well as the magazine. Barrel has been bored out to 9x19mm Parabellum and rear toggle link is not present. Anti-rebound arm and toggle pins are present. CONDITION: Metal components retain bountiful amounts of their blue finish, exhibiting some silvering overall from operation of the action and some spots of thinning showing through to a pleasant brown patina. Mirror bore, as bored out to 9x19mm Parabellum, exhibiting well-defined rifling throughout. Grips shows some minor light losses to the varnish from handling and a couple of minor handling marks, but are otherwise fine. MLW Accessories: Breechblock with toggle Barrel Length: 7 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Borchardt Model: C93 Loewe Serial Number: 75292

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ORIGINAL BORCHARDT C93 CASE WITH ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1353 (Sale Order 250 of 302)

Original leather case manufactured for commercial sales with the Borchardt C93 pistols. Case exhibits a leather-wrapped exterior, with German silver accoutrements and a green felt lining on the interior. Interior of lid bears a "W.S. WHISLER" sticker. Case contains its solid wood carbine stock, cheekpiece, barring block, cleaning rod, oil bottle capsule (containing a glass oil bottle with what appears to be period oil), oil dropper, as well as its leather sling. Oiler bottle is stamped "MADE IN USA" on the bottom. Oil bottle capsule's label bears a handwritten "3 in / Cole / gun oil / CalumetMich". Carbine stock and cheekpiece serial number is partially over stamped, appearing to originally have been "246" and having been overstamped to be "236". CONDITION: Case exhibits exterior wear and moderate crazing overall, with the leather wrap on one side of the handle having split. Interior of case is excellent. Holster exhibits age-related cracking and some spots of crazing overall, with the belt loop having been torn off at one time, but remaining present. Stock and cheekpiece exhibit some scattered handling marks and impressions but are otherwise very good. Wood barring block exhibits a loss towards the oiler but is otherwise very good. A nice original case, that will make for a nice addition to one's own Borchardt C93 pistol. MLW

(A) HIGHLY DESIRABLE CONE HAMMER MAUSER C96 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1354 (Sale Order 251 of 302)

Full or partial matching numbers observed on frame, hammer, sear arm, subframe (internally, just ahead of latch, instead of on rear), locking block lug, rear sight, firing pin assembly, firing pin locking block, locking lug, left side of follower, inside of floor plate, interior of trigger, and inside of grips. Notably, the firing pin and the firing pin retaining plate are the only mismatched pieces but they match each other at 13076. Blade front sight, 50-500 graduated V-notch rear sight (all numbers are horizontal) retained by pin. "WAFFENFABRIK / MAUSER / OBERNDORF A/N" over chamber, "(Crown) / (Crown) / U" proof on left offset flat, Oberndorf antler proof on right side of chamber. Subinspector proofs visible on flat underside of chamber, and several small gothic "M" proofs throughout, including internals. 23 groove walnut grips. Non-rotatable lanyard loop. Early push-down safety. No visible import mark. Rear strap cut for a stock lug, stock not present. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining the vast majority of the factory bluing, approximately 80-85%, with some silvering to high edges and flaking to brown visible in several areas, primarily to barrel, right side, and front side of magazine well. Some other associated handling marks, some of which have silvered, largest on left side of barrel. Small area of marks on left side of frame, just ahead of subframe lug, probably from improper attempts at disassembly. Stamps have nicely visible distension from application. Some spotting to parts that are in-the-white and/or polished. Trigger guard is polished with interior having flashes of straw visible. Grips are very good and appear to have had an extra layer of varnish applied. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some minor pitting in grooves. A nice example of an early gun. EMW Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7.63 Mauser FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Mauser Model: C96 Serial Number: 6320

(C) LARGE RING MAUSER C96 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1355 (Sale Order 252 of 302)

Observed full or partial serial numbers observed on bolt, underside of tangent rear sight, firing pin, locking block, rear of hammer, frame, subframe, sear arm, sear, follower, baseplate, and inside of grips. Appropriate "WAFFENFABRIK / MAUSER / OBERNDORF A/N" over chamber, "(Crown) / U" proof. Oberndorf proof on right side of chamber. Assorted small proofs on underside of the barrel and a small intertwined "M" on backstrap. CONDITION: Overall very good plus, retaining the vast majority of the factory bluing with some light marks from handling and use, most offensive on left side of barrel and near safety. Floorplate with more marks than balance of gun, common when it is inexpertly handled. Bolt stop replaced and in the white. Left side of tangent slider is essentially grey, while balance retains most of fire blue with some minor losses. Other fire blued parts very good with some minor losses. Grips are very good. Normal haloing from lanyard ring at butt, with ring and tip of stud essentially gunmetal grey. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with strong rifling. A good example. EMW Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7.63 Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: C96 Serial Number: 32218

(C) SCARCE DWM MODEL 1906 "(CROWN) / (ANCHOR)" PORTUGUESE NAVY CONTRACT LUGER WITH HOLSTER & MAGAZIN

Lot #1356 (Sale Order 253 of 302)

Model 1906 Luger manufactured by DWM under contract for the Portuguese Navy shortly before Portugal's monarchy was replaced with a Republic. The first 350 Model 1906 Luger produced and delivered by DWM bore a "(Crown) / (Anchor)" crest over the chamber area but were subsequently changed to "R.P. / (Anchor)" once the monarch of Portugal was disposed. This example bears the "(Crown) / (Anchor)" crest over the chamber area with a single Portuguese "MP" acceptance proof stamped on the left side of the receiver. Toggle bears the intertwined "DWM" monogram. Major metal components are rust blued, with some smaller components being strawed and nitre blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece checkered walnut grips. The full serial number "139" is present on the frame and barrel, with the locking bolt, trigger, sideplate, receiver, breechblock, and front & rear toggles matching via the last 2 digits. Grips and magazine do not match. Firing pin is unnumbered. Pistol is accompanied by a Portuguese Model 1908 Army pattern brown leather holster containing its cleaning rod/oiler and pin punch tool as well as a 2-cell magazine pouch. CONDITION: Metal components retain good amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting areas of wear, thinning, and oxidation overall, with the grip straps and safety exhibiting a dark grey patina. Strawed components have been reheated at one point in time, retaining the majority of their finish with the exception of the trigger, which retains a mostly dark grey patina. Barrel appears to be a later Portuguese replacement, exhibiting a bright bore with good rifling throughout. Grips show smoothing overall, with some scattered impressions and handling marks, but otherwise appear sturdy and serviceable. Holster is very good, showing moderate wear from use. Magazine pouch shows some age-related cracking and a few spots of crazing, with the rear showing some repaired stitching. A very nice example of a seldom encountered DWM Model 1906 Portuguese Navy contract Luger bearing the monarchy's crest. MLW Accessories: Holster, Magazine Pouch Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 Luger Serial Number: 139

(C) SCARCE DWM BULGARIAN CONTRACT M1911 LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1357 (Sale Order 254 of 302)

M1911 Luger manufactured by DWM under contract for Bulgaria. This variation was issued within the Bulgarian Army for all ranks requiring a pistol, not just officers or as private purchase weapons, as was done with the previous contracts. This example bears the intertwined "DWM" monogram over the chamber, with the Bulgarian rampant lion proof stamp on the right side of the receiver. Forward toggle link bears the Bulgarian lion within a shield crest, with the safety and extractor bearing proper Cyrillic markings. Major metal components are blued, with some smaller components being strawed and nitre blued. Frame is mounted with 2-piece checkered walnut grips and retains its original hinged lanyard loop on the rear grip strap. Matching numbers are present on the frame, locking bolt, sideplate, trigger, safety lever and bar, receiver, trigger bar, barrel, breechblock, and toggles. Grips are unnumbered. CONDITION: Metal components retain large amounts of their arsenal reapplied blue finish, exhibiting areas of thinning and wear overall showing through to a pleasant grey-brown patina, as well as some scattered areas of inactive oxidation. Strawed components are fine as reheated, exhibiting a few small spots of oxidation beneath the finish. Grips show some smoothing to the checkering and a few nicks to the diamonds but are otherwise fine. A fine example of a Bulgarian M1911 Luger produced under contract by DWM. MLW Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: M1911 Serial Number: 3807

(C) EXTREMELY SCARCE, POSSIBLY ONE OF A KIND, WALTHER MODEL MP CONCEALED HAMMER PROTOTYPE SEMI-AUTOM

Lot #1358 (Sale Order 255 of 302)

Beginning research and early development in 1932, Walther patented its early concealed hammerless Model MP and AP designs in 1936 in hopes of securing a new German military contract. These prototypes are exceptionally scarce, with this example not appearing in any reference book that this cataloger has reviewed. This example exhibits key design elements from several of Walther's former designs and shows several features that were subsequently reused and/or modified in some capacity for the AP, HP, and P.38 pistols. This specimen is stamped with the Walther banner logo followed by "Waffenfabrik Walther, Zella-Mehlis (Thur)/ Walther's Patent Cal 9m/m" followed by "Mod. M P" on the left side of the slide, with the only other stamping present being its serial number "105" on the right side of the frame. The serial number "105" indicates that this specific example was the fifth variation of this pattern, and due to its 3-digit length, was intended for internal use. The majority of metal components are in-the-white, with some smaller components such as the front and rear sights, as well as the heel magazine release being blued, likely indicating that these pieces were utilized from earlier produced pistols. Features include a frame-mounted integral barrel with lightening cuts (reminiscent of the later AP and P.38 barrels), dovetailed inverted-V front sight, U-notch rear sight, PP/PPK pattern trigger guard (that functions identically for disassembly of the pistol), slide serrations with left side mounted safety lever, checkered slide stop lever, as well as smooth 2-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: Metal components exhibit age-related discoloration overall, with some areas of surface oxidation present on the frame and slide. Frame and slide bear some dings, scratches, and handling marks overall, which is to be expected from an unhardened prototype of this kind. Mirror bore, exhibiting some areas of light inactive oxidation as well as well-defined rifling throughout. Grips show some scattered handling marks and dings but are otherwise fine. This is a seldom encountered opportunity for one to acquire a Walther Model MP prototype pistol that exhibits some of the key design elements that were subsequently implemented in the final iteration of the iconic P.38 pistol, and is befitting of the most advanced collection. MLW Accessories: Hard case Barrel Length: 4 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Walther Model: MP Serial Number: 105

(C) EXCEPTIONALLY SCARCE AND MATCHING J.P. SAUER & SOHN "S/147" CODE "K" DATE K98 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1359 (Sale Order 256 of 302)

This is an extremely scarce example of a pre-adoption K98 rifle manufactured by J.P. Sauer & Sohn in 1934. It is estimated that only 10,000 of this variation by Sauer were manufactured, with this example being the highest recorded serial number to date and being listed as the highest serial number observed in "Backbone of the Wehrmacht, The German K98k Rifle, 1934-1945" by Richard D. Law. This example's receiver is appropriately blank over the chamber and is stamped with an early Weimar pattern "(Eagle) / 116" waffenamt, followed by 2 "(Eagle) / 114" waffenamts, as well as "S/147/K" on the right side, with a Weimar firing proof present on the left. Left side of barrel bears an additional firing proof and "(Eagle) / 114" waffenamt, with the right side exhibiting a "K" over 3 "(Eagle) / 49" waffenamts below the wood line. Right side of buttstock bears an "(Eagle) / H" Heer stamp above 2 "(Eagle) / WaA114" waffenamts, with additional waffenamts present on the bottom of the wrist and buttstock. Stock retains its rear barrel band spring, which is unique to this variation. Buttplate is stamped "R.F.V./ 1780", indicating issue to the Reichs Finanz Verwaltung (Reich Financial Administration). Metal components retain a wonderful deep blue finish, with the trigger retaining some spots of its original strawed finish. Stock and handguard are comprised of solid walnut. All numbers are matching, including the bolt assembly, stock (on the bottom of the butt and in the interior in the barrel channel), as well as the upper handguard. This example is accompanied by a printed article "The Sauer K98k" by Bob Jensen. CONDITION: Very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory-applied blue finish, exhibiting some scattered areas of wear, as well as areas of light surface oxidation, with some small scattered spots of pitting overall. Buttplate and stock takedown disc exhibit brown oxidation overall. Bore exhibits dark oxidation within the grooves but otherwise retains well-defined rifling throughout. Stock shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, with a small loss on the right side (just forward of the bolt assembly), but otherwise is sturdy and serviceable. An exceptionally scarce, all matching example, of an extremely early K98 variation, suitable for the discerning collector. MLW Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: J.P. Sauer & Sohn Model: K98 Paperwork: Article Serial Number: 7656

(C) EXCEEDINGLY SCARCE & HIGH CONDITION GERMAN SCHLEGELMILCH M1896 EXPERIMENTAL BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1360 (Sale Order 257 of 302)

M1896 experimental rifle designed by the chief armorer at the Spandau Arsenal, Louis Schlegelmilch. A limited quantity of the Schlegelmilch Model 1896 rifles were produced for the Germany Army (GPK) Small Bore Trials of 1896-1898 in hopes of securing a contract to replace the antiquated Gewehr Model 1888. These rifles were chambered for an experimental 6x58mm high velocity cartridge (which went on to be commercialized as 6mm Forster) and featured a unique and very distinct shrouded bolt that utilized a twin frontal lug design. The barrels are not threaded onto the receiver as was done traditionally but are instead dovetailed and pinned through the bottom, with additional support found in a steel cradle that is fitted into the stock. These rifles also feature a unique stripping/takedown feature, allowing for the entire action and barrel to be quickly removed from the stock. Major metal components are rust blued, with the bayonet lug, rear sight assembly, bolt assembly, and buttplate being in-the-white. The buttplate and rear sling swivel exhibit Imperial German crown proofs, with the underside of the barrel bearing a single Imperial German eagle proof, just to the rear of the "rollercoaster" Lange Vizier rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the receiver, stripper clip bridge, trigger group assembly, barrel, trigger guard/magazine housing assembly, trigger guard/magazine housing assembly takedown lever, floorplate, bolt assembly, bolt shroud, barrel bands, stock, stock cradle, as well as the upper handguard. Rear sight has a minimum setting of 300 meters, as compared to the minimum 400 meters on a standard Gewehr 98 sight, and is numbered "25" on the underside. Stock has been cut just to the rear of the rear barrel band and appears to have been glued back together. Accompanying this rifle is a scan of some notes mentioning that a Mr. Gaiser and Feederle have gone by train with five new rifles to be tested against the Schlegmilch rifle, a scan of a handwritten document from Paul Mauser's main representative, Franz Maroctty, congratulating Paul Mauser for doing well in the tests against the Schlegelmilch rifle, as well as scans of a blueprint titled "LOUIS SCHLEGELMILCH IN SPANDAU" above "Rifle cylinder lock, in which the latter (with the removal of the rifle case) slides on a rail". CONDITION: Very good, with metal components retaining the majority of their arsenal blue finish that show a pleasant brown patina overall, with some scattered storage handling marks, some light wear, as well as some spots of light surface oxidation. In-the-white components are very good, with the bolt handle and buttplate showing age-related discoloration overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting well-defined lands and grooves throughout. Stock shows some scattered impressions and minor marks from handling and storage but is otherwise fine. A very scarce and uniquely designed German experimental rifle utilized in the 1896-1898 Small Bore Trials for the discerning collector. MLW Barrel Length: 31" Caliber/Bore: 6x58mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Schlegelmilch Model: 1896 Paperwork: Scanned Documents, Blueprints Serial Number: 16

(C) EXCEPTIONALLY SCARCE & SOUGHT AFTER CZECHOSLOVAKIAN MODEL ZH-29 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1361 (Sale Order 258 of 302)

One of the earliest Czech semi-automatic rifle designs, the ZH-29 was introduced in 1929 with hopes of securing foreign military contracts. Offered in a variety of calibers, many countries tested and/or fielded the ZH-29 in limited numbers, with the Chinese purchasing a combination of ZH-29 and ZH-32 rifles in very small numbers and with many examples being later captured by the occupying Japanese forces. The ZH-29 rifles are comprised of finely milled steel and exhibit a very distinct aluminum forend "block" with cooling fins as well as a unique offset bolt design that locks the bolt to the left side of the receiver, causing the breech and iron sights to be slightly offset to compensate. This example is stamped "CESKOSLOVENSKA ZBROJOVKA,/ AKCIOVA SPOLECNOST/ BRNO." on the left side of the receiver, with the serial number "10106" above "AUTOMATICKA PUSKA/ Z.H.2.9." and a small Czechoslovakian Eagle crest at the rear on the top of the receiver. Metal components are finely machined and exhibit a deep plum-toned finish overall. Wood furniture is comprised of a smooth pistol grip buttstock fitted with a stamped ribbed buttplate as well as a ventilated 2-piece forearm terminating in an aluminum handguard with cooling fins. Matching numbers are visible on the exterior of the upper receiver, interior of the lower receiver, bolt carrier, bolt, as well as on the bayonet lug. Accompanying this already extremely scarce and desirable rifle is a letter from the consignor stating that this rifle was given to them by their father-in-law Carlos Flores, who served as an anti-aircraft gunner on a Bofors 40mm anti-aircraft gun during World War II, and in the later part of the war served as an electrician with the U.S. Army. Carlos recalled that in 1945, he was part of the first wave of occupying troops in Japan. His unit was tasked with securing an arsenal in Tokyo, which he believed may have been the Kokura Arsenal. After entering the arsenal, Carlos and his unit found a "museum" that housed a large collection of various weapons and artifacts, of which many were of foreign manufacture. Carlos stated that the officers immediately began selecting items for their kitbags as "trophies", at which point Carlos grabbed this ZH-29 rifle, a Nambu pistol, a Type 38 Carbine, as well as a 14 bore "walking stick" shotgun. Concerned with the "legality" of securing these items, Carlos buried them in a canvas covering and later shipped them back to his home in Los Angeles, California. Included with this letter from the consignor is a photo of Carlos Flores with his "AA" patch clearly visible. CONDITION: Very good, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory plum-colored finish, exhibiting some areas of light edge wear overall that lightly shows through to grey patina. Bolt and other in-the-white components show appropriate amounts of age-related discoloration. Aluminum handguard shows some light discoloration and some minor superficial handling marks but is otherwise fine. Bore is very bright, exhibiting some light oxidation, but otherwise retaining well defined lands and grooves throughout. Wood furniture exhibits some scattered marks and impressions from storage and handling but otherwise is very good. Buttplate shows a couple spots of cleaned oxidation as well as age-related discoloration overall. An already fine example of an extremely scarce and desirable Czech rifle that, paired with its provenance, makes for a potentially unique example of a ZH-29 rifle. MLW Barrel Length: 21 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Zbrojovka Brno Model: ZH-29 Paperwork: Consignor Letter & G.I. Photo Serial Number: 10106

(M) HIGH CONDITION TNW MG-34 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH SCARCE & UNUSUAL REINFORCED STOCK.

Lot #1362 (Sale Order 259 of 302)

MG-34 semi-automatic rifle manufactured by TNW from surplus components on a new semi-automatic receiver. Right side of receiver bears an encircled "TNW" logo followed by stampings stipulating the model and manufacturer information. Barrel shroud is stamped "dot/ 1944", indicating manufacture by Waffenwerke Brunn. Receiver cover has been scrubbed and restamped with new waffenamts and a new serial number, with the barrel shroud's serial number having been scrubbed and restamped to match. Scarce variation bakelite buttstock exhibits steel-tipped reinforcements, with an unusual brass band present at the forward end. Shroud is mounted with a proper MG-34 pattern bipod. Metal components are blued, with the receiver being mounted with 2-piece serrated black plastic grips. Receiver cover latch is phosphate finished. CONDITION: Excellent, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their reapplied blue finish, exhibiting few minor superficial handling marks overall. Bore is bright, exhibiting dark oxidation within the grooves and exhibiting well-defined lands throughout. Reinforced bakelite stock shows some scattered marks from handling and storage, but is otherwise very good. Steel tipped reinforcements show some light surface oxidation and some age-related discoloration but are otherwise fine. A fine example of a TNW manufactured semi-automatic MG-34 rifle with a scarce and unusual reinforced buttstock. MLW Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: TNW Model: MG-34 Serial Number: 2954

(C) SCARCE & HIGHLY DESIRABLE POLISH PRE-OCCUPATION RADOM VIS-35 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1363 (Sale Order 260 of 302)

Beginning manufacture in 1935, the VIS-wz.35 pistols manufactured at FB Radom served as the standard sidearm of the Polish military until Poland's defeat and subsequent occupation by Germany in 1939. Of the 90,000 wz.35 pistols ordered by the Polish military, only 49,000 were delivered prior to German occupation. This example was manufactured in 1939, likely just shortly before occupation. The left side of the slide is stamped "F.B. RADOM/ 1939r" followed by the Polish Eagle coat of arms and "VIS-wz.35/ pat Nr 15567". A small Polish Eagle proof is visible just ahead of the hammer drop catch, with other small Polish proofs visible on the frame and barrel. Left grip panel is marked "FB", with the right marked "VIS". Bottom of magazine bears an "(Eagle) / 189" waffenamt. Features include a blue finish, 4 - 5/8" barrel, fixed sights, slotted frame, as well as 2-piece black checkered grips. Matching numbers are present on the frame, slide, and barrel. Pistol is accompanied by a reproduction leather holster. CONDITION: Very good, with metal components retaining the majority of their original Polish arsenal blue finish, exhibiting some high edge wear, moderate overall wear from use, as well as some light surface oxidation overall. Bore is bright, exhibiting some spots of oxidation and good rifling throughout. Grips show a few scattered handling marks overall but are otherwise fine. Holster is excellent. A very nice example of a highly desirable and seldom encountered Polish pre-War Vis-wz.35 semi-automatic pistol. MLW Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Radom Model: Vis-35 Serial Number: 35417

(C) MATCHING IMPERIAL JAPANESE KOISHIKAWA ARSENAL "BABY NAMBU" SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1364 (Sale Order 261 of 302)

Type B Baby Nambu manufactured at the Koishikawa arsenal in Tokyo between 1903-1929. The frame is stamped with the Koishikawa arsenal symbol over the chamber, with the right side bearing Kanji characters denoting the model designation above the serial number "5677". Matching numbers are present on the frame, trigger guard, magazine latch button, recoil spring guide rod, barrel extension, locking block, bolt, cocking knob, striker spring guide, 2-piece checkered wood grips, as well as on the magazine. Right grip screw is not present. Pistol is accompanied by a custom period-made holster. CONDITION: Metal components retain the majority of their original arsenal blue finish, exhibiting areas of oxidation on the frame, some surface oxidation on the grip straps, as well as a few minor handling marks overall. Strawed components show wear overall, with worn areas showing areas of age-related discoloration. Bore is bright, exhibiting some areas of oxidation, but otherwise retaining good rifling throughout. Grips show some smoothing and scattered handling marks overall, with the left grip panel bearing a small chip. Holster is good, showing some scattered handling marks from storage and use, but otherwise appears sturdy and serviceable. A nice, all-matching example of a Baby Nambu pistol that was a sought-after war trophy in the Pacific Theater during World War II. MLW Accessories: Leather holster Barrel Length: 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: 7x20mm Nambu FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Koishikawa Model: Baby Nambu Serial Number: 5677

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED SAVAGE MODEL 1907 SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUN, CASED, WITH PEARL GRIPS, EX-BROWER CO

Lot #1365 (Sale Order 262 of 302)

Manufactured circa 1914/1915 as per "Savage Pistols" by Brower. Standard configuration of blade front side, notch rear sight. Top of slide marked "MANUFACTURED BY SAVAGE ARMS CO. CAL. / UTICA. N.Y. US.A. PAT - NOV. 21. 1905. .380". Case colored hammer, trigger, and magazine release. Well engraved in A class coverage. Savage pearl grips with deeply inset Indian head Savage medallions retained by a single screw. Magazine marked "380CAL" on left side. In a period leatherette case with burgundy lining and French fit for the pistol, an 8 shot cartridge block, a box of 50 .380 Winchester ammunition, a cleaning rod, and slot for a spare magazine. Accompanied by a letter from Bailey Brower, Jr. (the author of "Savage Pistols"), attesting to the features and condition, indicating that it was liquidated from his personal collection in October 2021. Only noted difference is letter indicates that the case had a box of Savage branded .380 ACP cartridges, instead of Winchester. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the Savage factory bluing with only the lightest marks from handling and storage over a 100 plus year lifespan. Legends and engraving are crisp. Case colors are excellent and have a layer of lacquer applied over the top. There is a very small area of a few miniature pinpricks of oxidation on left side of slide. Mechanically excellent, bore is good with crisp rifling and some very light frosting. Case is excellent, tight, with some very minor age related distress. Improving on this example would be extremely difficult. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .380 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Savage Model: 1907 Paperwork: Brower letter Serial Number: 9031B

(C) US TEST TRIALS SAVAGE MODEL 1907 SEMI-AUTOMATIC .45 ACP PISTOL, WITH SAVAGE LETTER SIGNED BY JOH

Lot #1366 (Sale Order 263 of 302)

These rare pistols were the finalist competitor against Colt in the 1911 handgun trials that ultimately spawned the long-lived Colt 1911. After some initial hiccups and pruning of the field, Colt and the Savage went head to head with the Colt ultimately winning due to better accuracy, reliability, and lower recoil (incidentally, Savage's heavier recoil also led to several parts breakages and malfunctions). This example is one of the examples that is recorded as being issued to Troop I, 3rd Cavalry Regiment stationed at Fort Wingate, New Mexico during the trials. After the trials, Savage bought back the vast majority of the guns, reblued them, and offered them commercially. This example is one of the commercial offerings with only remaining legend on rib simply reading "CAL .45" and rolled "SAVAGE ARMS CORP, UTICA, N.Y. U.S.A." offset rib. Matching serial numbers observed in the track on inside of slide, underside of breechblock, underside of rear sight/ejector, bottom of barrel ramp, and inside front lip of frame. Grips are numbered "195" inside of right scale and "71" inside of left, magazine marked "189" on bottom of spine, slide release marked "158". Other features include pinned front sight, safety marked "SAFE" horizontally and "FIRE" vertically, grip safety, magazine release on front strap, case colored trigger, 2-piece checkered walnut grips, and foldable lanyard loop. Accompanied by a letter from Savage indicating shipment from Savage's Utica plant to E.K. Tryon on August 31st, 1922. CONDITION: Very good, with the dull Tryon finish turning an even mixture of gunmetal grey and chocolate brown throughout. Barrel has even spotting, while frame mostly has spotting around grips. Some minor marks from handling and storage, most offensive on left side of slide. Case colors on trigger good, with a few spots of vibrancy, magazine release with only flashes and one large (relatively) spot of patination. Left grip very good, solid, right grip has a hairline crack measuring approximately 1 - 7/8" from bottom and a much smaller 3/8" crack at top. Magazine is very good, polished, with some striations and handling marks from polishing and very light spotting on left side. Mechanics are very good, grip safety does not work as it should, bore has heavily softened rifling and minor oxidation throughout. A desirable example of a very rare military firearm. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Savage Model: 1907 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 32

(C) HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT COLT MODEL 1900 SIGHT SAFETY SENT TO ADMIRAL CHARLES O'NEAL FOR TESTING A

Lot #1367 (Sale Order 264 of 302)

This is a historically important Colt Model 1900 that Colt sent to Charles O'Neil on June 8th, 1900, for testing at the Naval Proving Grounds in Maryland. A Colt letter confirms shipment by serial number, and the pistol itself is discussed in depth on pgs. 37-38 of "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols, Volume 1" by Edward Scott Meadows. The gun was shipped to Admiral O'Neil on June 8th, and on June 20th the pistol was tested by Lieut. Joseph Strauss, whose report dated July 10th detailed the pistol and its operations including penetration tests at both 50 and 100 yards and accuracy tests. By July 24th, O'Neil was in communication with Colt regarding specifications of metal strength and spare parts diagrams to finalize the order. The order was eventually placed on September 5th, 1900 under Navy Requisition Order 28, for 250 pistols. Standard configuration with sight safety, half-moon front sight, right side of slide marked "AUTOMATIC COLT / CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS", left side with " "BROWNING'S PATENT" / PAT'D APRIL 20, 1897" and "COLT'S PATENT FIRE ARMS MFG. CO. / HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A." and encircled rampant Colt at rear. Early rear cocking serrations on slide. Left side of slide with serial number. 2-piece grip scales. Nickeled magazine, which appears to be the same or a similar magazine visible inserted into the gun on page 37 of Meadows. CONDITION: Very good, retaining approximately 80%+ of the factory Colt bluing, with some handling marks and visible scratches from handling and use, including the trials. Some silvering to high edges and muzzle, with some bluing flaking to brown toning on frame. Strong evidence of case colors visible on sight safety and hammer. Dust cover has a few dings on right side that do not detract. Grip straps are essentially patina with some toning and flashes of blue. Right grip scale has an expertly repaired crack, approximately 1" from top that runs through grip, horizontally. Magazine is very good with flaking of nickel and spots of oxidation, primarily to left side. Mechanically operable, bore is very good with strong rifling and some minor frosting in grooves. The opportunity to purchase a firearm that is directly verifiable as being instrumental in a military contract, let alone being the trial gun to kick off the testing, is rare and should not be passed lightly. EMW Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1900 Paperwork: Colt Letter Serial Number: 261

(C) COLT MODEL 1902 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1368 (Sale Order 265 of 302)

Manufactured 1917. Classic configuration of the 1902 Military model with tapered half-moon front sight, U-notch round top rear sight. Left side of slide with "PATENT / APR. 20. 1897 SEPT. 9. 1902" and "COLT'S PATENT FIRE ARMS MFG. CO. / HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A" with rampant pony at rear. Right side of side with "AUTOMATIC COLT / CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS". Left side of trigger guard with "VP" proof and "1". Triangular rear cocking serrations. Spur hammer, lanyard loop mounted on left side of frame. High polish blue finish with case colored hammer. Colt hard rubber grips with central rampant Colt in a circle and "COLT" in banner across top. Blued 8 round magazine with heel release. CONDITION: Very good, retaining the vast majority of the high polish finish with some scattered brown losses coming through, mostly visible on slide towards muzzle. Right side of slide has 5 spots of fine pitting, largest a nominal 3/8" x 1/8". Back strap largely gunmetal grey some traces of blue visible on lower left, front strap essentially gunmetal grey. Case colors on hammer are faded but visible with some high edge losses and silvering where hammer sits in slot. Some marks from handling and storage. Mechanically fine, bore has heavy frosting in the grooves with softened rifling. EMW Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Auto FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1902 Serial Number: 39390

(C) COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1369 (Sale Order 266 of 302)

Made by Colt Firearms in 1918. 6" barrel in .38 Rimless Smokeless with blued Colt marked slide with serrations at rear. Case hardened exposed hammer. Blued frame with Colt hard rubber black checkered grips and Military lanyard at lower left-hand frame. Comes with Colt .38 caliber marked magazine. CONDITION: 60% original blue with some light surface pitting and edge wear. Hammer worn silver. Good mechanics and bore with reblued correct magazine. DLM Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Rimless FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1902 Military Serial Number: 40129

(C) COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1370 (Sale Order 267 of 302)

Manufactured 1918. Half-moon front sight, round top U-notch rear sight. Left side of slide marked with 2-line 2-block patent and address information, with uncircled rampant Colt at rear. Right side of slide with "AUTOMATIC COLT / CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS". Left side of frame with serial number, trigger guard with VP proof and "1" subinspector proof. Colt grips with central rampant Colt in a circle, and "COLT" in banner across top. Last 3 digits "010" on inside of the slide. Spurred case colored hammer. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining the vast majority of the Colt factory bluing, with some marks from handling and use. Slide has some silvering to high edges, and some brown toning, primarily on right side near legends. Frame in commensurate condition of silvering to high edges, some pings around front link pin, possibly from incorrect disassembly procedure. Normal haloing around lanyard loop. Grips excellent. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some minor frosting in grooves. EMW Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1902 Serial Number: 40010

(C) COLT MODEL 1902 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1371 (Sale Order 268 of 302)

Manufactured 1903, second year of production. Rounded hammer, forward cocking area. Right side of slide marked "AUTOMATIC COLT / CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS" at rear, "MODEL 1902" just ahead of ejection port. Left side of slide with correct 3-line Browning patent and 2-line Colt patent information, rear of slide with encircled Pony. Correctly numbered with matching serial number on underside of slide. Left side of frame with serial number. Fire blued small parts. Colt hard rubber grips with cast pony and "COLT" in banner across top. Lanyard loop on rotatable stud. Full blue magazine marked "PAT'D SEPT 9 1884". CONDITION: Overall very good, with the vast majority of the Colt bluing still present. Some silvering to high edges and towards the muzzle, and spots of browning beginning to show through the bluing throughout. Front strap retains less blue than balance of gun, approximately 70%, while rear has even less, approximately 25-30%. Case colors on hammer are good, somewhat faded. Magazine has some spots of oxidation throughout. Mechanically fine, bore has visible rifling and oxidation throughout. EMW Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .380 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1902 Serial Number: 14003

(C) EARLY PRODUCTION COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1372 (Sale Order 269 of 302)

This very early serial number "130" Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless pistol was shipped July 20, 1903 during the first year of production to Simmons Hardware of St. Louis, Missouri. Factory high polish blue finish throughout with nitre blued small parts. Early production slide with non-angle cut serrations and "BROWNING'S PATENT/PAT'D APRIL 20, 1897" stamping on left side. Half-moon front sight, U-notch rear sight, 4" barrel chambered in .32 ACP, and first style bushing. Checkered composite grips with "COLT" in scalloped border and rampant Colt logo. Complete with a dual tone Colt magazine and a Colt archival letter. CONDITION: Very good. Vast majority of factory applied finishes are retained with some thinning and wear on slide and other components. A few spots of loss also present on slide. Grips are especially fine with very good definition. Frosted, worn bore. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1903 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 130

(C) COLT 1903 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL ATTRIBUTED TO CAPTAIN HISASHI OHARA WITH JAPANESE WOOD SURRENDER

Lot #1373 (Sale Order 270 of 302)

Model 1903 Hammerless semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Colt in 1908. The left side of the slide is stamped with Colt's patent and manufacturer information, with the encircled Rampant Colt logo present to the rear of the slide serrations. Right side of slide is stamped "AUTOMATIC COLT/ CALIBRE 32 RIMLESS SMOKELESS". Features include a blue finish, 3 - 3/4" barrel, barrel bushing, as well as 2-piece checkered hard rubber Colt grips. Attached to the frame is a wood Japanese surrender tag. Accompanying paperwork includes email correspondence indicating that the Japanese wood surrender tag may be that of Captain Hisashi Ohara, who was the Executive Officer on board the Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft carrier Soryu. Documentation from an interrogation of Ohara in October of 1945 indicates Ohara was wounded at the time the Soryu was sunk during the Battle of Midway. This example is accompanied by a private purchase Japanese leather holster, manufactured by an unknown subcontractor. The top flap is secured by a single downward strap, sewn in the pattern of a star, with the front of the holster body bearing 2 ink-stamped Kanji characters just below the spare magazine cell and two imprints on flap possibly being Chrysanthemums. Also accompanying this pistol is a Colt factory letter, indicating that this pistol was sent in a shipment of 10 to Von Lengerke and Antoine in Chicago, Illinois on September 5, 1905. CONDITION: Metal components retain large amounts of their original factory-applied blue finish, exhibiting wear overall that shows through to grey and brown patinas. Bore shows inactive oxidation and good rifling throughout. Grips show some smoothing to the checkering but are otherwise fine. Holster exhibits age related cracking and areas of crazing overall but otherwise retains tight stitching overall. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1903 Paperwork: Provenance, Factory Letter Serial Number: 76496

(C) COLT 1903 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX.

Lot #1374 (Sale Order 271 of 302)

Manufactured 1920. Standard blade-and-notch sights, rear sight is a round top U-notch sight. Left side of slide with "PATENTED / APR 20, 1897. DEC. 22, 1903" and "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." with an uncircled pony at rear. Right side of slide marked "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 32 RIMLESS SMOKELESS" under ejection port. Black composite grips with "COLT" in banner and a cast in pony. Heel magazine release with magazine marked "CAL 32 / COLT" on baseplate. Housed in a contemporary pasteboard box. CONDITION: Overall excellent, retaining the vast majority of the Colt blue finish, with some slight marks from handling and storage throughout. One concentrated area of oxidation just ahead of trigger guard, measuring 1/2" by 1/2" at the widest point. Other flecks of oxidation on chin of frame and right side of slide. Some silvering to high edges and reciprocating areas. Serial number is light, but based on color of bluing and distension of stamps, this cataloguer believes it to be a light roll rather than evidence of refinish. Mechanically fine, bore is good with strong rifling and even oxidation throughout. Box fine as associated. EMW Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1903 Serial Number: 337758

(C) ATTRACTIVE COLT 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS .380 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1928).

Lot #1375 (Sale Order 272 of 302)

Model 1908 semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Colt in 1928. The left side of the slide is stamped with Colt's manufacturer and patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo, with "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE .380 HAMMERLESS" on the right. Metal components are nickel plated, with the frame being mounted with 2-piece Colt medallion Mother of Pearl grips. Interior of each grip panel exhibits a slab of plastic that has been lightly drilled in, appearing to be for stabilizing the grip when removing the grip screw. Right grip panel's medallion is facing the wrong direction and is either gunsmith done or possibly a Colt mistake. Matching numbers are present on the frame, as well as on the interior of the slide. CONDITION: Metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory applied nickel finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial marks from handling and storage overall, as well as a few small spots of light oxidation on the right side of the frame and slide. Mirror bore, exhibiting well defined rifling throughout. Grips are very good overall, with the right grip panel exhibiting a crack at the left side of the medallion. Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .380 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1908 Serial Number: 92217

(C) COLT 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX.

Lot #1376 (Sale Order 273 of 302)

Shipped from the factory December 7, 1931 to Farwell, Ozman, Kirk & Company, St Paul, Minnesota. Full royal blue finished. Standard configuration with 3 - 3/4" barrel chambered in .380 Auto, half-moon front sight, and square notch rear sight. Grips are checkered walnut with rampant Colt medallions. Standard dual tone Colt magazine present. Housed in numbers matching purple box with instruction sheet and "Notes on the Cleaning of Firearms" pamphlet. A Colt archival letter is also included. CONDITION: Very good. Nearly all of the factory-applied blue is retained throughout with some surface scratching and a few freckles. Grips are excellent. Excellent bright bore and crisp mechanics. Box has some wear with split corners on lid and minor losses. Some mildew also present. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .380 Auto FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1908 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 112644

(C) PAIR OF COLT 1911 AND 1911A1 PISTOLS THAT BELONGED TO A FATHER-SON PAIR WHO BOTH ATTENDED WEST P

Lot #1377 (Sale Order 274 of 302)

This pair of 1911 and 1911A1 pistols belonged to Clifford Jones Sr. and his son, Clifford Jones Jr.. Clifford Sr. attended West Point in 1903 and graduated 27 of 93 before he was commissioned in the Artillery Corps, stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Fort Sill, and Vancouver Barracks before attending battery officers course, which he graduated from as a distinguished graduate. After graduating he served with 156th Coast Artillery Corps and the staff of the Commanding Officer, Artillery District of Portsmouth, before he returned to West Point in 1909 as an instructor. At West Point, Clifford taught in both the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Chemistry and Electricity, after which he commanded 75th Company Coast Artillery Corps, commissioned Battery Selfridge, and did several miscellaneous assignments up and down the West Coast. By 1917, he had been promoted to major and detailed to the General Staff Corps, and in February of 1918 reported for duty. He was appointed a colonel in September of that year, maintaining that position until he reverted to a Major in 1920. He received the Distinguished Service Medal for his time as part of the General Staff Corps, and was selected to attend the Army War College, from which he graduated in 1922. He continued to attend various schools and developed the Longitudinal Deviation Ruler, and married for a second time in 1929; his son from this marriage was Clifford Jr.. After his marriage, Clifford was sent to the Philippines as a G4 on the staff of the commander of the Philippine Department, where he also did inspection tours in China and Japan. In late 1932 he returned to the United States and stationed in Florida, where he was the Executive Officer and Commanding Officer of the Harbor Defenses of Pensacola at Fort Barrancas. He was promoted to Colonel in 1934 and became Officer In Charge and Chief of Staff of various installations before retiring January 31st, 1944. Clifford Sr's gun is a standard Colt 1911, and a Colt factory letter indicates that it was shipped to the Benicia Arsenal in Benicia, California, 1914, in a shipment of 800. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight, left side of slide with 2-line 2-block patent and address information with an uncircled rampant Colt at rear, right side with "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY"; serif font throughout. "H" stamped at top of firing pin retaining plate channel (non-serif). Barrel with "PH" marked to be read with muzzle horizontal. Top of frame with "H" stamped near disconnector hole, 12 o'clock, and "b" at 1 o'clock. Right side of frame with serial number, left side with "WGP" proof for Penfield. Left side of dust cover with "UNITED STATES PROPERTY". Small parts comprise spurred hammer, relief mill cut slide release, thick tab safety with milled undercut, short M1911 grip safety, flat smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop, long trigger. 2-tone magazine with lanyard loop. Truncated diamond walnut grips. Clifford Sr's gun is also accompanied by related accoutrements, including a pair of spurs and a belt rig with a double magazine pouched marked "G.M.C. / JEFF. 1921 / H.E.K." on rear, a holster marked "ROCK ISLAND / ARSENAL / 1914 / T.C.C.", and a Meyers sword hanger. Following in his father's footsteps, Clifford Jones Jr. also attended West Point, reporting in July of 1951 and graduating in 1955 as 214 of 470, commissioned in the artillery. At this time he was also presented with this 1911 by his father as the last son of the 1903 class (although Cliff notes that technically Douglas MacArthur's son was younger than him, Arthur chose a non-military career and did not attend West Point). Cliff attended Field Artillery Officer Basic at Fort Sill, before additionally attending Airborne, Ranger, and Jumpmaster schools. He was assigned to 663rd Field Artillery in Okinawa, before moving to Korea in February 1958. In 1970 he became aide-de-camp to Major General Verdi B. Barnes, and was promoted to Captain. He continued his studies, including a graduate study in guided missile engineering, and receiving an MS in Mechanical Engineering. He volunteered for assignment in Viet Nam, where he served in the artillery for the 4th Infantry Division in the Central Highlands just after Tet. When he returned in the US he continued serving with the artillery and continued with several posts, notably the Systems Coordinator for the development of the 155mm laser guided Cannon Launched Guided Projectile, Project Manager for Selected Ammunition, and Director of Armament Systems at the Arms Armament Research and Development command, before he retired in 1983. His gun, which he mentions several times by serial number, is a standard Government Model with appropriate rollmarks, and an added trigger shoe. Click here to see the full description.

(C) REMINGTON UMC 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1378 (Sale Order 275 of 302)

Manufactured 1919. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight. Left side of slide with appropriate 3-line 2-block patent and address information with an encircled "REMINGTON / UMC" intercepting. Right side with "MODEL OF 1911 / U.S. ARMY CALIBER .45". "E" proof at above firing pin retaining plate channel, but it was struck slightly askew and looks like an "F", lacking a bottom leg. Barrel with "P" on hood, oriented to be read with muzzle up. Left side of dust cover marked "UNITED STATES PROPERTY". "E.E.C. and "(Eagle Head) / E28" near magazine release, with E28 slightly double stamped over the 8. Left side of trigger guard with "E" proof, right side with "20" subinspector. Small parts comprise checkered spurred hammer, thick tab safety, relief cut slide release, magazine relase. Short 1911 grip safety, flat smooth mainspring housing. Mainspring housing does not have the appropriate "E" proof and is a replacement, unclear if field or later. 2-tone magazine with "B" on lip for Barnes production (poorly stamped, resembles an R). CONDITION: Overall good. Cold blue has been applied in several areas throughout the frame, primarily to straps and dust cover, but some of the distension is still visible around "E.E.C" proof where original finish was left untouched. Slide retains much, approximately 3/4" of bluing with most noticeable losses on right side of slide. Given wear patterns, slide release, safety, and grip safety are replacements, but period. Grips are modern reproductions. Mechanically fine, bore has frosting throughout. A good representative example. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Remington Model: 1911 Serial Number: 13794

(C) COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL, SHIPPED TO RUSSIA IN 1916.

Lot #1379 (Sale Order 276 of 302)

Shipped June 13th, 1916 as per factory letter from Colt. Russia funneled most of the purchases through Britain, which were marked in Cyrillic on the dust cover; this gun is not marked as such and the letter indicates shipment straight to Russia. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight. 2-line 2-block patent dates and Colt information on left side of slide, Rampant Colt at rear of slide. Right side with "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 45". Frame with "GOVERNMENT MODEL / C 42643". Left side of trigger guard with "b" subinspector proof and Colt's "VP" proof. Checkered spur hammer, left side only safety with thick tab, slide release with relief mill cut, and magazine release. Short 1911 grip safety, flat smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop. 2-piece truncated diamond walnut grips. 2-tone magazine with lanyard loop. These rare guns were shipped into Murmansk and Archangel before distribution to Russian forces, beyond that little of their history is known; however, there is one account that a 1911 was used to kill the Romanovs. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter listing this pistol by serial number as being shipped to Russia June 13th, 1916. Front grip strap has an adhesive paper label reading "6275", meaning unknown. CONDITION: Very good, particularly considering that most of these pistols are found in heavily used condition. Retains approximately 40% of the factory blue finish. Slide has extensive silvering to high edges, top, and barrel hood, with strong areas of blue still present, primarily on slides and around sights. Frame retains stronger areas of blue, primarily around dust cover and trigger guard areas, with straps being gunmetal grey. One set of fingerprints is visible on the rear strap. Somewhat heavier than normally seen marks from handling and operation throughout, including takedown mark. Magazine is very good. Grips are very good with no discernible cracks. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong rifling and frosting throughout. There is a small import mark on the magazine well indicating import by Simpson Ltd, Galesburg, IL. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Colt Letter Serial Number: C42643

(C) COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1917).

Lot #1380 (Sale Order 277 of 302)

Manufactured 1917. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight. Left side with 2-line 2-block patent and address information with serif font. Rear of slide with uncircled rampant Colt. Right side with "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 45". Barrel marked with a "P" in front of lug. Frame marked with "I" and "S" on top of bridle. Right side of frame with "GOVERNMENT MODEL / C87141", left side trigger guard with Colt VP proof and "I" subinspector proof. Small parts comprise of checkered spurred hammer, checkered slide release with relief mill cut, thick tab safety with relief mill cut, checkered magazine release, long smooth trigger, short 1911 grip safety, smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. 2-tone magazine with lanyard loop and pinned base. When this gun was previously sold at public auction, it was attributed to General James P. Parker, Adjutant General of Massachusetts. CONDITION: Overall very good plus retaining virtually all of the factory bluing with some scattered spots of spotting primarily to slide, heaviest around ejection port, with some patination visible in the cocking serrations. Frame excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory bluing with some dark spots on the dust cover and a few scattered spots of oxidation. Minor takedown mark. Straps are very good, front strap with minor scattered oxidation, mainspring housing approximately half-covered with chocolate oxidation. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong visible rifling and some scattered frosting towards edges of grooves. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Paperwork: Invoice Serial Number: C87141

(C) COLT 1911A1 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1381 (Sale Order 278 of 302)

Manufactured 1917. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight. Left side of slide with 2-line 2-block patent and address information with uncircled pony at rear. Right side with "MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY". "H" stamped at top of firing pin retaining plate channel. Barrel with "P / H" stamped, oriented to read barrel up, upside-down T on left lug. Top of frame with "H", "T", "G" around disconnector hole. Right side of frame with serial number, left side with "UNITED STATES PROPERTY"; serif font throughout. GHS proof for Stewart just above magazine release. Small parts comprise checkered spurred hammer, relief mill cut slide release, thumb safety with relief cut, long smooth trigger, short 1911 grip safety, smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Full blue magazine with "R" on lip for Risdon. CONDITION: Overall very good plus, with some minor marks from handling and usage throughout, such as minor silvering at reciprocating area. Slide is very good with crisp legends and brown spotting visible beginning to form. Frame is very good with some handling marks, some brown spotting at the right side of frame, just in front of grip safety. Straps are very good with some light spotting, mainspring housing with more than front strap. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with strong rifling and light frosting at edges of grooves. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911A1 Serial Number: 172948

(C) COLT 1911 FRAME MANUFACTURED IN 1915, SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SUSPENDED RANGE, WITH SAVAGE SLIDE.

Lot #1382 (Sale Order 279 of 302)

Frame manufactured 1915. Half-moon front sight, U-notch flat top rear sight. Right side of slide with "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY", left side of slide with 3-line 1-block patent information and "S" flaming bomb stamp that is generally accepted to be the mark of A.J. Savage Munitions Co.. Barrel hood is stamped with intertwined "HP" that share a leg. Frame stamped "H" at top of bridle near disconnector hole. Left side of dust cover marked 'UNITED STATES PROPERTY" in serif font, right side of frame with serial number. Interestingly, there are no inspection marks on this pistol aside from the "H" stamp; this is correct and Colt serial numbers 128617 - 129616 actually fall within the Springfield Armory assigned range but are listed in the Colt factory ledger. Speculation on the reasons for these pistols ranges from Colt manufacturing pistols intended as spares or building complete pistols from excess Springfield inventory after they terminated their contract. Small parts comprise checkered spurred hammer, thick tab safety with relief mill cut, checkered slide release with relief mill cut, short 1911 grip safety, long smooth trigger, checkered magazine release, flat smooth mainspring housing, truncated diamond walnut grips. 2-tone magazine with no lanyard loop stamped "A" on lip for American Pin Co. CONDITION: Overall very good, retaining the majority of the factory bluing with handling marks and evidence of use throughout. Slide has several areas of brown patina coming up through the blue, primarily towards muzzle and on chin of slide. Some silvering to high edges throughout. Frame is very good, better than slide, with spotted oxidation along dust cover. Front strap and mainspring housing are essentially patina with an even layer of oxidation, grip safety has spotted oxidation en suite with dust cover. Small parts en suite. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong visible rifling and even frosting throughout. A scarce gun in this serial number range. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: 129526

(C) COLT 1911 NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX

Lot #1383 (Sale Order 280 of 302)

Colt Model 1911 Gold Cup National Match semi-automatic pistol. 5" barrel with National Match bushing. Chambered in .45 ACP cartridge. Adjustable rear sight, thick blade front sight. Blue with matte finish on top of slide. Checkered walnut grips with Cold gold medallions. Complete with original box and paperwork. CONDITION: Near mint, with slight storage and handing marks. Left side of slide at the muzzle shows frosting from storage in box. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 NM Serial Number: 3031NM

(C) SMITH & WESSON .44 HAND EJECTOR 1ST MODEL TARGET TRIPLE LOCK REVOLVER.

Lot #1384 (Sale Order 281 of 302)

Smith & Wesson .44 Hand Ejector 1st Model Target chambered in .44 S&W Special. Commonly known as the Triple Lock due to the unique 3rd locking system at the yoke. Built on a blued 5-screw N frame with a pinned 6 - 1/2" barrel. This revolver features a pinned brass bead front target sight and an adjustable rear sight with U-shaped sight leaf. Left side of the barrel reads "44 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG" and the top of barrel has a 2-line manufacturer and patent date stamp. The hammer is casehardened with checkering and a flattened top with a width of .265". Back of the hammer reads "REG.U.S.PAT.OFF." The trigger is case hardened with serrations on the face and reads "REG.U.S.PAT.OFF." on the rear. Cylinder release and ejector rod tip are checkered. Smith & Wesson trademark stamped on the side plate. The serial number "14351" is followed by the 5-point factory rework star on the butt of the frame. On the left side of the grip frame is marked with a "B" inside of a diamond, an "H" by the grip support pin, and "13" towards the top. Smith & Wesson square butt diamond center checkered walnut stocks with steel trademark inserts. No serial number written on the inside of the stocks. Matching serials on butt, cylinder face, inside extractor shroud, yoke, and back of extractor star. Includes a 2-piece non-labeled maroon box. Model written in pencil on bottom of box. CONDITION: Excellent overall condition with almost all factory bluing remaining. Slight drag line on cylinder. Bright bore and crisp rifling. Good mechanics. Box shows moderate handling and peeling. GFP Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W SPL FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: Triple Lock Serial Number: 14351

(C) VERY FINE COLT CAMP PERRY MODEL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.

Lot #1385 (Sale Order 282 of 302)

Manufactured in 1934 as one of only 2,488 single shot target Camp Perry Models built by Colt on flat top target Officer's Model frames. Rare blued 8" tapered barrel chambered in .22 LR with target sights. Classic checkered walnut grips inset with rampant Colt medallions. Housed in a factory box with matching serial number penciled on bottom. CONDITION: Pistol is excellent retaining nearly all of its factory finishes. Grips are excellent with sharp checkering. Excellent mirror bore and fine mechanics. Box is serviceable with wear from storage. PROVENANCE: Ex. Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Camp Perry Serial Number: 2171

(C) COLT ACE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX (1937).

Lot #1386 (Sale Order 283 of 302)

Manufactured 1937. Tall smooth front sight, adjustable rear sight. Slide with appropriate 2-line 1-block patent and address information rollmark, rear with uncircled pony. Right side of slide with Ace rollmark. Recoil spring guide rod with 6 shock buffs for appropriate cycling. Top of frame stamped "69" and "R" near disconnector hole. Fully checkered walnut grips. Checkered spurred hammer, thick tab safety, slide release, magazine release, and short milled trigger. Long 1911A1 grip safety, arched knurled mainspring housing. Housed in appropriate maroon box with Ace end label and pencil written serial number on bottom. Box has Service Model Ace paperwork and shooting suggestions pamphlet. 2-tone magazine with loading assist that follows body of magazine. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the Colt factory blue with some minor marks from handling and storage. Some very minor silvering to muzzle and high edges, and at reciprocating areas. Screws have been molested, and grips are most likely replaced. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is excellent, bright, and shiny with strong rifling. Box is very good with minor age distress. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Ace Serial Number: 7965

(C) ANGELO BEE ENGRAVED COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1387 (Sale Order 284 of 302)

1st Model Colt Woodsman Match-Target semi-automatic pistol, made in 1939, serial number MT4869. Custom-made checkered English Walnut "Elephant Ear" wrap-around grips with Colt medallions. Custom hand engraved in approximately D coverage, featuring foliate scrollwork with punch dot backgrounds. Gold inlay linework surrounding the slide, barrel, and frame. Gold inlay "WOODSMAN" on left side of frame. Gold inlay "COLT / AUTOMATIC / CAL. 22 LONG RIFLE" with high relief gold Rampant Colt motif on left side of the slide. Gold inlay Horse head with flowing mane on left side of barrel lug, with Angelo Bee's signature bee visible in the grass underneath. Correct magazine marked: "COLT WOODSMAN / CAL. 22 L.R. / MATCH TARGET MOD." Adjustable rear sight and thick blade front sight. Housed in a hard fabric-covered case fitted to the pistol with dark red interior. Including brass oil bottle, screwdriver, and cleaning rod. Compartment with 2 boxes of vintage Western .22 Long Rifle cartridges. CONDITION: Excellent plus overall with 97-98% bright refinished blue. Grips are excellent showing little wear. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright and clean. Very attractive custom embellished early Woodsman Match Target. -MKS- Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Woodsman Serial Number: MT4869

(C) NRA MARKED ROCK ISLAND ARMORY MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1388 (Sale Order 285 of 302)

Rock Island Armory Model 1903 Springfield bolt action rifle. Made 1910 at the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois. The barrel is marked "RIA / (Flaming Bomb) / 8-10". Trigger guard is marked with a "(Flaming Bomb) / N.R.A.". This indicates the rifle was sold out of military service, on the civilian market to an NRA member. Crisp, boxed "C.N./1910" in script on the left side of the stock. Circled "P" on the bottom of the wrist. Replacement Lyman blade front sight with original rear ladder adjustable to 2,700 yards. Original military blued finish forming a nice even brown patina. Straight grip wood stock with finger grooves, having its original light oil finish. Checkered metal buttplate with trapdoor. CONDITION: Metal retains 60% of its original finish with most areas forming a brown patina. Wood has a few handling marks and scratches. Bore is clean overall, having some light frosting. Muzzle gauges at a "2". Mechanically fine. JWA Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 Springfield FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Rock Island Armory Model: 1903 Serial Number: 176195

(C) INLAND DIVISION M1A1 PARATROOPER CARBINE.

Lot #1389 (Sale Order 286 of 302)

M1A1 Paratrooper carbine semi-automatic rifle made between October 1942 and December 1943 by Inland Division of General Motors. 18" round parkerized finished barrel marked INLAND MFG DIV/GENERAL MOTORS dated 4-43 with Type I milled front sight and correct rear flip sight. Correct Inland marked trigger group with push-button safety, Type III magazine catch, slide, and blued Type II flat bolt. Walnut IO marked high wood stock with "FAT BOY" grip marked with "P", crossed cannons and "IO" with correct iron skeleton stock with leather cheekpiece with correct brass rivets and "B257614" marked cast steel buttplate. Correct walnut 2-rivet deep groove handguard marked "IO". Correct sling band with olive color woven sling. Comes with blued flat bottom World War II style 15-round magazine marked "KSG". CONDITION: 90% original military finish on metal with some light surface marks. Wood has traces of original finish with handling and storage wear. Excellent bore (ME: 1) and good crisp mechanics. A great example of an M1A1 Paratrooper carbine. DLM Barrel Length: 18" Caliber/Bore: .30 Carbine FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Inland Division Model: M1 Carbine Serial Number: 363419

(C) HIGH CONDITION U.S. MARKED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRENCH GUN SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN.

Lot #1390 (Sale Order 287 of 302)

Manufactured circa 1946. The Model 12 and Model 1897 Trench guns are some of the most iconic weapons of World War I and World War II, and saw service as late as Viet Nam. Classic 20" cylinder choke barrel with 4-row-19-hole heat shield and bayonet lug assembly for the Model 12, corrugated walnut slide action,. Winchester address and patent dates on barrel are partially obscured by heat shield, with "WINCHESTER / TRADE MARK // MODEL 12 - 12 GA. - 2 3/4 CHAM. / CYL" clearly visible. Top of barrel has Winchester proof and flaming bomb with excellent distension from application. Matching serial numbers on receiver and extension. Right side of receiver marked "U.S. (Flaming Bomb)" under ejection port. Small "M" proof behind trigger guard. Buttstock with a crisp "G.H.D." proof in lozenge with crossed cannon cartouche. Black hard rubber buttplate with central Winchester Repeating Arms logo. Sling swivels are on toe line and just above bayonet lug. CONDITION: Overall excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some minor marks from handling and storage. Some silvering to reciprocating areas from use. Minor handling marks from use, primarily visible on heat shield. Distinct areas of additional hardening visible on receiver, factory done for areas that were expected to see additional stress. Furniture is excellent, buttstock has more marks than handle, with a 5/8" strike on left side, just behind receiver. legends are crisp throughout, although Winchester trademark has some areas that are incomplete; based on the distension from application of other proofs and still-visible heat treating of receiver, this cataloguer is of the opinion that this is a factory error, possibly a damaged die. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright, and shiny. A great example of one of the iconic combat shotguns. EMW Barrel Length: 20" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Cylinder FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 12 Serial Number: 1018810

(C) WINCHESTER M1 GARAND SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1391 (Sale Order 288 of 302)

Winchester M1 Garand semi-automatic rifle. Made April of 1943. Barrel is Winchester proofed but is undated. Operating rod, trigger guard, trigger group, and bolt are all "WRA" marked. Boxed "WRA/GHD" cartouche on the left side of the stock. Crossed cannons arsenal cartouche present as well. Circled "P" firing proof on the wrist. Early style gas plug and "lock bar" rear sight. Original parkerized finish on the metal components. Wood has its original light oil finish. Checkered metal buttplate with trapdoor. CONDITION: Metal retains 60% of its original finish with general wear and patina. Wood has a few handling marks and scratches. Bore is clean near the chamber, with some light frosting near the muzzle. Strong rifling retained. Muzzle reads at a 4, chamber at a 3. Mechanically fine. Hard to find in original World War II condition! JWA Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 Springfield FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: M1 Garand Serial Number: 1318553

(M) DESIRABLE TNW M1919A4 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WTIH TRIPOD AND ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1392 (Sale Order 289 of 302)

This semi-automatic only example of the venerable belt-fed Browning M1919A4 was professionally remanufactured from an Israeli 7.62 NATO parts kit by TNW of Oregon. Reapplied phosphate finish throughout. 21" barrel with perforated shroud. Flip-up post front sight and adjustable flip-up rear sight. Israeli marked 7.62 sideplate, top cover, bolt, and fed components. Fitted with a standard checkered steel pistol grip and a composite carry handle. This example is accompanied by a 1994 dated US M122 tripod with elevator and mount, components to convert the rifle into A6 LMG configuration including stamped Israeli marked stock and bipod, a cloth belt, a box of disintegrating links, and a manual. CONDITION: Very good. Vast majority of the reapplied military finish is retained with scuffing and moderate wear present. Very fine bright bore with well-defined lands and grooves. Fine mechanics. Accessories very good. BAS Accessories: Tripod, bipod, stock, links, belt Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .308 Winchester FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: TNW Model: 1919A4 Paperwork: Manual Serial Number: 000909

(C) TWO DIGIT SERIAL NUMBER H&R REISING MODEL 60 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1393 (Sale Order 290 of 302)

One of only approximately 3250 Model 60 semi-automatic rifles manufactured by Harrington & Richardson between 1943 and 1949. This example exhibits an extremely low 2-digit serial number of 92, indicating its manufacture during the first year of production. The majority of these Model 60s were purchased by the DSC (Defense Supply Corp) and were subsequently issued to stateside railway guards, factory guards, and police units, among other government institutions and organizations. Company address and model markings on the top of the receiver. Round steel barrel with cooling fins the rear. The top of the barrel is stamped "PS" at the breech, indicative of government acceptance by the DSC. Blade front sight with sheet metal leaf rear. Metal components are factory blued, with the wood stock retaining its light oil finish. Factory sling studs and smooth steel buttplate. Includes 1 original 20 round blued steel magazine. Magazine is "M50" marked but they use the same magazines. CONDITION: Metal retains 90% of its original finish with light wear and handling marks. Wood is excellent. Bore is shiny with strong rifling. Mechanically fine. Magazine has a few scratches. Clean example of a low serial number rifle! JWA Barrel Length: 18 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: H&R Model: Reising Model 60 Serial Number: 92

(C) SCARCE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1940 MARK II SEMI-AUTOMATIC LIGHT RIFLE

Lot #1394 (Sale Order 291 of 302)

With war looming with Germany during the late 1930s, Britain needed a small arm for their infantrymen that would fill the gap between an SMLE Enfield rifle and the Bren light machine gun. With Britain's own industrial industry being pushed to its limit, Britain required a foreign firearms manufacturer to develop and produce this new rifle. Smith & Wesson accepted the contract and assigned their Chief Engineer Edward S. Pomeroy to fabricate the design, and in 1940 the first prototypes for Smith & Wesson's Model 1940 Light Rifle reached England for trials testing. The rifle was not well received, owing to its overall weight and its poor durability, with some examples developing stress cracks on their receivers after firing around 1,000 rounds. Smith & Wesson quickly remedied this by adding a sleeve that strengthened the receiver and shipping these new Mark II rifles for further testing, but the project was ultimately canceled. After the war, the British destroyed the Model 1940 Light rifles they had remaining in stock and threw them into the English Channel, largely facilitating the rifle's scarcity amongst collectors today. This example is stamped "SMITH & WESSON/ SPRINGFIELD, MASS.U.S.A." followed by the S&W logo on the left side of the receiver, with the right side bearing stampings stipulating the patent information. Bottom of receiver bears the serial number "1528" followed by MK2". The left side of the buttstock features a metal plate that reads "EXTREMELY / HAZARDOUS / DO NOT / LOAD OR FIRE". Features include a blued finish, fluted barrel, blade front sight, adjustable square notch rear sight, a distinct magazine well / ejection port, as well as a smooth tenite buttstock fitted with a serrated metal buttplate. Matching numbers are present on the lower receiver assembly, upper receiver assembly, as well as on the buttplate. Accompanying this example is a letter from Smith & Wesson stating that this is a collectors item and should not be loaded and fired, a copy of the BATF's Curio & Relics Exemption List listing the Model 40 Light Rifles as exempt, 2 spare springs, as well as a brown leather sling. CONDITION: Metal components retain the vast majority of their original factory-applied blue finish, exhibiting some areas of light wear from operation of the action, as well as some scattered superficial marks from handling and storage that show through to silvering. Very bright bore, exhibiting what appears to be some old firing residue in the lands and retaining well-defined rifling throughout. Tenite buttstock is very good, exhibiting some scattered minor handling marks, but is otherwise fine. A very nice and attractive example of a scarce Smith & Wesson Model 1940 Mark II Light Rifle. MLW Accessories: Sling, Spare springs (with paperwork) Barrel Length: 9 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: S&W Model: 40 Paperwork: Factory Warning Letter, BATF Curio & Relics Exemption Listing Serial Number: 1528

(C) COMMERCIAL COLT 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL ENGRAVED AND GOLD WIRE INLAID BY MASTER RICHARD ROY (

Lot #1395 (Sale Order 292 of 302)

This lovely 1911 was manufactured in 1913 by Colt and masterfully engraved by Richard Roy in 1982, as evidenced by the chin of slide engraved "ENGR. BY RICHARD ROY '82". Richard Roy is best known today for his work on the Standard Manufacturing guns, where he is in charge of engraving patterns and quality control. Roy's work can also be seen in the NRA Museum and the Frederick Remington Art Museum. This example has deeply cut floral scroll in near-complete coverage with legends replaced by gold wire inlay and a stippled ground, with a vignette of a rampant Colt just behind the front sight. Left side with 2-line 2-block patent and address information laid in gold wire, right side with "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 45". Right side of frame with serial number and "GOVERNMENT MODEL" laid in gold. Interior of slide numbered "C4476", barrel with "C" on left lug and "5" in front of lug. Fired blued small screws, mainspring housing pin, slide release, safety, and fire control pins, Grips look to be fossilized mammoth on a black backing. Full blue magazine with baseplate engraved en suite and "COLT / 45 AUTO" inlaid in gold wire. Small parts comprise a relief mill cut slide release, spurred checkered hammer, thick tab safety with mill cut, short 1911 grip safety, long smooth trigger, smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the reapplied blue finish with some extremely minor marks from handling and storage since embellishment. Engraving is well cut and sharp, grips are excellent with some grain separation common to this material. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong rifling and frosting in the grooves. This is a really lovely example of a master engraved 1911; work of this caliber and quantity is both expensive and requires a long wait. EMW Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: C4476

(C) COLT SUPER 38 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX

Lot #1396 (Sale Order 293 of 302)

Colt Model .38 Super semi-automatic pistol. 5" barrel. Chambered in .38 Super Auto cartridge. Blue with checkered, brown composite grips. Complete with original box, including paperwork, and extra magazine. CONDITION: Near mint with 97-98% original blue. Grips show little wear. Bore is bright. Action is tight and crisp. -MKS- Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .38 Super Auto FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Super 38 Serial Number: 162628

(C) DELAWARE STATE POLICE TARGET SET WITH 4 HANDGUNS AND BULLSEYE CASE BELONGING TO WILLIAM K. DUPON

Lot #1397 (Sale Order 294 of 302)

Lot consists of (A) Colt Python with 6" vent rib barrel, serrated ramp front sight, and adjustable square notch rear sight. Front sight with yellow paint and rear with red for a contrasting sight picture and likely done by Mr. du Pont himself. Checkered hammer and serrated face trigger. Grips are ergonomic with a thumbrest on left side and 2 finger grooves, covered with self-adhesive cloth tape, smoothened and softened by continuous use. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the Colt bluing with some marks from handling and use consistent with range use. Cylinder has a noticeable turn line, acquired through serious use. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. (B) Colt Government Model that has been extensively customized by John Giles. Sights replaced with a Giles rib, denoted by his particular method of affixation that used the front and rear sights as anchor points and utilizing a distinct adjustable rear sight and undercut front sight. Left side of slide with "GOVERNMENT / MODEL // COLT // AUTOMATIC / CALIBER .45 // (Rampant Colt)". Right side of slide with "COLT'S MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.". Straps are stippled in Giles' distinctly aggressive style. Small parts comprise narrow checkered hammer, left side only safety, serrated slide release, long milled trigger that was hand checkered later, probably by Giles, serrated magazine release. Anatomic grips have a thumb rest on left side, palm swell on right side, and upswept area at the bottom, resulting in a very comfortable grip. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining the vast majority of the blue factory finish with some minor silvering commensurate with range use. Giles' stippling has softened somewhat from hand rubbing. Rails have been polished and fit between slide and frame is excellent. Ejector is loose. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. (C) Colt .38 Super, also distinctly customized by Giles with undercut front sight and Giles' distinct adjustable rear sight. Small parts comprise a serrated slide release and safety, checkered hammer, long 1911A1 grip safety, arched serrated mainspring housing, serrated short trigger, and serrated magazine release. Correct Colt Super .38 Automatic legends. Front strap is checkered in Giles' distinct style, and grips are the same anatomically comfortable style as the .45 ACP. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining the vast majority of the Colt blue finish, with some minor marks from handling and range use. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. (D) Hi Standard Model S-101 Supermatic with smooth blade front sight on a serrated ramp, fully adjustable rear sight. Barrel with 2 large port compensator slots flanking front sight island, weight mounted under muzzle end of barrel. Marked with correct Hi-Standard legends. 2 piece grips with ergonomic thumb rest. CONDITION: Very good with some minor marks that are commensurate with consistent range use, still retaining virtually all of the factory blue. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. Compensator has some carbon build up from years of use. All 4 guns are housed in a bullseye shooter case with plaque on top reading "WILLIAM K. DU PONT / DELAWARE STATE POLICE / PISTOL CLUB". Hinged side cover with affixed Bausch and Lomb spotting scope for checking shots without leaving the line, and stapled pieces of stretchable cloth for holding magazines, along with instructions for adjusting his sights: "Colt .38 spl. clockwise - left & down / Hi Standard .22 clockwise - left & up / Giles guns marked". Removable top shelf has pistol rack for storing pistols, Mr. du Pont's shooting glasses, and a candle that would have been used to smoke the sights and increase the contrast between sights and target. Additionally, there are staples, whistle, cleaning pads, bracket, multitool, and additional magazines. Magazines are electropencilled with a number, a common practice across the shooting disciplines. Finally is a copy of the NRA Pistol Rules pamphlet marked "W.K. du Pont" on front and with a drawing on the rear of a sight picture; evidently, Mr. Du Pont favored a 6 o'clock hold. Click here to see the full description.

(M) EXCEPTIONALLY RARE PACHMAYR SIGNATURE SERIES COLT MK IV SERIES 70 .38 SUPER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTO

Lot #1398 (Sale Order 295 of 302)

Manufactured by Colt in 1972, with Pachmayr invoice dated 1975. The Signature Series was Pachmayr's move into the 1911 accurization community, providing top tier accurization without requiring the extensive services of a gunsmith and hours of fitting. Instead, a radial bushing, frame tightener, breech pin, Bo-Mar rear sight, and other internal improvements brought the level of fit required for extreme accuracy. Other features include standard rollmarks, added "Pachmayr Signature Model" on right side of slide, polished narrow spurred hammer, short serrated trigger, Pachmayr wraparound grips, Pachmayr rubber mainspring housing, left only grip safety. This specimen is particularly desirable because it is one of the extremely rare .38 Super Signatures, with less than 5 speculated to have been manufactured. Adding to this already very scarce gun is the accompanying paperwork indicating that the gun was purchased from J.D. Jones, the famed wildcatter who founded SKK Industries and had significant developmental interest in the Thompson Contender. Accompanying this very rare gun is both the Colt factory box and the Pachmayr invoice to J.D. Jones by serial number, photos of Jones shooting this gun off the hood of a car, and an article penned by J.D. Jones about this gun. The Colt box contains the original Colt .38 Super barrel, a patent drawing of the gun, test targets, and small tools. CONDITION: Very good, retaining nearly all of the Pachmayr bluing with strong legends and some minor marks from handling and use throughout. Some marks on high edges, most particularly noticeable on the frame accurizing bracket. Mechanically excellent, bore is excellent with strong rifling. Box is very good with some age-related distress and some lifting of the paper from where tape was removed long ago. A high condition and very rare handgun. EMW Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .38 Super FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Paperwork: Info Serial Number: 70S04557

(M) NICKEL FINISHED COLT MARK IV SERIES 70 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1399 (Sale Order 296 of 302)

1979 vintage Colt Government Model MKIV Series 70 semi-automatic pistol chambered in the classic .45 ACP cartridge. Faces of slide and frame are polished nickel with straps finished in satin nickel. Standard sights. Checkered walnut grip panels with inset gold rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: Very good. Light surface scratching and other marks present with vast majority of factory finishes retained. Checkering is sharp. Fine bright bore with crisp rifling. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Serial Number: 16918B70

(C) COLT NATIONAL MATCH MID RANGE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1400 (Sale Order 297 of 302)

Colt Mid Range Gold Cup National Match semi-automatic pistol manufactured in 1961. Blued sides of the slide and frame, with matte finished, serrated straps. 5" barrel chambered for .38 Special wadcutter ammunition stamped "COLT .38 SPEC. N.M./MK.III" over chamber. Square-back front sight and adjustable rear sight. Lightweight trigger. Grip panels are checkered walnut with inset gold Colt medallions. Housed in an unnumbered factory Gold Cup display box. CONDITION: Near excellent. Nearly all of the factory finished are retained with a few handling marks, silvering at high edges, and other light evidence of use. Fine bright bore displaying crisp rifling. Mechanically fine. Box is very good with some light staining and wear from storage. BAS Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .38 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: National Match Serial Number: 3033-MR

(C) FN HI POWER FROM THE SO-CALLED "OMANI CONTRACT" WITH SHOULDER STOCK, BOX, AND LETTER.

Lot #1401 (Sale Order 298 of 302)

According to Vanderlinden, belief is that these pistols were shown to an Omani delegation in a variety of finishes in features in order to secure a contract that never materialized. This example is slotted for a stock and has a 500 meter tangent sight, inverted-V front sight, external extractor, ring hammer, and black composite grips. The right side of the slide, just ahead of the ejection port, is roll marked with the seal of Oman; this example has the correct orientation of the scabbard pointing to the left, while others are known to have been rolled pointing right. Accompanying is a walnut Belgian military flatboard stock with attached holster, marked with a boxed "C" on the iron and a "(Crown) / GC" acceptance mark on the board. Blue cardboard box with embossed FN seal on lid, 3 extra magazines (2 extended), cleaning rod. Serial number is written on bottom of box. A letter with FN logo at top entitled "MUSCAT & OMAN" and recounts that Said Bin Taimur placed a very small, very precise order with FN, who did not want to deal with the specifics and quoted an absurd price which the Sultanate paid. However, when the pistols were delivered, Taimur was furious that part of his logo was omitted and tried to return the pistols, which F.N. refused. Under further threats to his life, Taimur negotiated for 27 guns (partial credit was applied from the first contract), with simpler specifications and corrected crests. Taimur was assassinated in July 1970, and his son ordered the pistols returned. The letter is not signed or addressed. CONDITION: Overall excellent, retaining virtually all of the deep blue, almost black, finish, with some extremely minor marks from handling and storage. Magazine release is stuck, preventing extraction of magazine and checking the disconnect, but is otherwise mechanically fine. Bore is excellent with strong rifling and some very light frosting in grooves. Board is excellent, possibly refreshed, with a faint double strike of the crown stamp visible under close inspection. Some verdigris on brass components that does not detract. Box is excellent with some age related distress and a tear on one apron. Some minor staining. A rare gun. EMW Accessories: Stock/Holster, Box with Accessories Barrel Length: 4 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: FN Model: Hi Power Paperwork: Info, manual Serial Number: T195567

(C) SILVER PLATED AND ENGRAVED WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1961).

Lot #1402 (Sale Order 299 of 302)

Manufactured 1961 per barrel date code and serial number. Fixed front sight and drift adjustable U-notch rear sight with wriggle matted rib. Left side of slide with "Carl Walter Waffenfabrik Ulm/Do." over "Modell PP Cal. 7,65mm" with an "(Eagle) / N" proof. Barrel marked with "(Eagle) / N", Ulm antler, and 61 proof date. Factory engraved in the oak and leaf pattern on a stippled ground, with crosshatch detailing on trigger guard and barrel hood. Frame marked on right side with serial number and "(Eagle) / N" proof. Ivory colored plastic grips. Flat bottom Walther magazine, with Walther banner on left side and "cal. 7,65mm". CONDITION: Very good, retaining virtually all of the silver plating with some very minor marks from handling and age. Silver is tarnishing throughout, easily cleaned by a new owner should they desire. Finish somewhat rougher in certain areas such as hammer area and underside of slide, which is normal. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong rifling. EMW Barrel Length: 3 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Walther Model: PP Serial Number: 311221

(M) SIG P210-5 TARGET SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1403 (Sale Order 300 of 302)

Target variation of one of the finest combat handguns ever designed. This example has a longer barrel that extends out the slide and has the front sight mounted directly to the barrel to increase the sight radius. Front sight is drift adjustable, and original dovetail on the slide has been filled by a cosmetic tail, adjustable rear sight. Later stepped and serrated slide release, black composite grips with cutout for lanyard loop. Heel magazine release. Slide marked on left side with serial number, SIG logo, and model designation, with cocking serrations at rear. Left side of frame rail marked with serial number, "Swiss Made", and proof. Barrel marked with SIG logo, caliber designation, and matching serial number. Accompanied by SIG blue box with front sight tool and magazine loader, housed in a cardboard slip. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, some very minor marks from handling and storage, and a silver line between the fire control markings. Front sight ring and frame are a slightly different color than balance of pistol, with slide a darker color. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright and shiny with crisp rifling. Box is good with some age related distress and peeling. Foam has crystallized and is extremely fragile. Small tools good. EMW Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: SIG Model: P210-5 Target Serial Number: P97487

(C) WELL ACCESSORIZED COMMERICAL SIG P210-1 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1404 (Sale Order 301 of 302)

Manufactured by SIG Neuhausen in the early 1950s for commercial sales with "P" prefix serial number. No import mark. Blued slide stamped with Swiss cross, blade front sight, and u-notch rear sight. Plum colored frame marked "SWISS MADE" with slide stop and trigger remaining in the white. Fitted with ribbed walnut 2-piece wrap-around grips. Pistol is housed in a later SIG black plastic hardcase with accessories including a set of checkered walnut wrap-around grips, tools, 2 total standard magazines, a barrel assembly chambered in .30 Luger, and a .22 LR conversion kit including magazine and box. CONDITION: Excellent. Nearly all of the factory applied blued finish is retained throughout with some light handing marks. Grips have some minor impressions. Very fine bright bore and crisp mechanics. Matching numbers observed in frame, slide, and barrel. Accessories very good to excellent. BAS Accessories: Case, accessories Barrel Length: 4 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: SIG Model: P210 Serial Number: P51591

(C) COLT AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL COMMEMORATIVE 3 REVOLVER SET IN DISPLAY CABINET.

Lot #1405 (Sale Order 302 of 302)

One of 1776 cased 3 gun sets manufactured for the American Bicentennial in 1976, containing 3 of Colt's finest revolvers through time: the Dragoon, Single Action Army, and Python, all with patriotic motifs including "1776 - U.S.A. BICENTENNIAL - 1976" barrel markings. Gun (A) is a 2nd Generation .44 caliber 3rd Model Dragoon percussion revolver with 7 - 1/2" blued barrel, 6-shot cylinder with standard Indian fight scene, case hardened frame, silver-plated grip straps, and 1-piece rosewood grips with silver-plated US seal. It is accompanied with a flask, cap tin, mold, and wrench. (B) is a 3rd Generation .45 Colt Single Action Army revolver with blued 7 - 1/2" barrel, non-fluted cylinder roll stamped with American flag and 13 colonies, case hardened frame, blued grip straps, and 1-piece smooth rosewood grips with silver-plate US Seal. (C) is a royal blue finished .357 Magnum Python double action revolver with 6" vent rib barrel, standard sights, non-fluted 6-shot cylinder roll marked with patriotic motifs, and 2-piece rosewood grips inset with silver-plated US seal. All 3 revolvers are housed in the appropriate and attractive walnut 3 drawer display cabinet fitted for the guns and accessories. An additional slot is filled with a leather-bound bicentennial edition of "Armsmear" with gilt details. CONDITION: Overall excellent. Virtually all of the factory finishes are retained with a few very minor handling marks. Python has a faint turn line. Case is very good with a chip present on the right foot. A great set! BAS Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (A&B) 7 - 1/2" (C) 6" Caliber/Bore: (A) .44 Percussion (B) .45 Colt (C) .357 Mag FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: (ALL) Colt Model: (A) Dragoon (B) SAA (C) Python Serial Number: (A) 0621DG (B) 0621PM (C) 0621PY


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